Wangchuan Ceremony in Xiamen, China: Folklore Aesthetics and Ritual Space in New Era Marine Culture Construction Context

Abstract

The development of maritime culture in the new era is inextricably linked to the historical underpinnings of traditional maritime culture. Marine folk customs, such as the Wangchuan Ceremony are a crucial component of traditional Chinese marine culture and hold a significant position within the marine cultural system. This article utilises a questionnaire survey and data analysis employing SPSS software to ascertain that the aesthetic elements of the Wangchuan Ceremony have the capacity to enhance public understanding of the relevant marine culture. Specifically, the richer the folk aesthetics presented in the Wangchuan Ceremony, the deeper the understanding of the marine culture it embodies. Furthermore, the adaptability and innovative nature of the ritual space for the Wangchuan Ceremony facilitates participants' perception and experience of marine culture. This demonstrates the necessity of developing marine culture based on folk aesthetics and ritual spaces. By considering these two dimensions, to research into Xiamen's Wangchuan Ceremony has unearthed its rich marine cultural heritage, pioneering spirit, philosophy of harmony, and innovative modes of expression. These elements contribute significantly to the advancement of the principles of harmony and community building within contemporary marine cultural development, while also facilitating the broader dissemination of marine culture.