Ancestral Remembrance Service Protocol

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ends, then turn to face the memorial tablets. If there are too many people, they may be arranged into two rows. (8) The Principal takes his position The Master of Ceremony calls “zhǔ jì guān jiù wèi” (“May the Principal take his position”), and the Lead and Second Ceremonial Attendants then call “qǐng zhǔ jì guān yì guàn xǐ suǒ” (“May the Principal go to the wash area”) while guiding the Principal to the front of the wash area. The Lead and Second Ceremonial Attendants then call “guàn xǐ” (“Wash up”). After the washing, the Lead and Second Ceremonial Attendants call “jìn jīn” (“Present the towel”). After the Principal has wiped his hands, the Lead and Second Ceremonial Attendants lead the Principal to turnaround and calls “qǐng zhǔ jì guān jiù wèi” (“May the Principal take his position”), while leading him to his position. 30
(9) Opening the entrance The Master of Ceremony calls “qǐ fēi” (“Open the entrance”). The Left and Right Ceremonial Attendants walk together towards the centre. As they approach the door knocker, they turn to face the entrance and open it by holding the knocker with both hands and pulling the panels backwards. They then stand on either side of the entrance. (10)Lighting the firecrackers The Master of Ceremony calls “míng pào” (“Light the firecrackers”). The staff either ignite the firecrackers or ask the audio controller to play the sound of firecrackers. (11)Reception for the ancestral spirits After three beats of the drum, the Master of Ceremony calls “yíng shén” (“Welcome the spirits”), the Lead Musician then calls “yuè zòu xián hé zhī qǔ” (“Play a harmonious tune”). After 31
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Removal of the food offerings Sendo
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