Definition
祭器 refers to the vessels, utensils, and implements used in traditional Chinese sacrificial ceremonies, such as those for ancestors or deities. These objects (often bronze, jade, or ceramic) carry heavy ritual and cultural significance — they are not just 'containers' but symbols of reverence and continuity with the past. The term appears frequently in archaeology, classical texts, and cultural heritage discussions.
n.
sacrificial vessel or utensil (used in ancestral or religious ceremonies)
Examples
- 祭器。Kǎogǔxuéjiā zài gǔmù zhōng fāxiàn le hěnduō qīngtóng jì qì.Archaeologists found many bronze sacrificial vessels in the ancient tomb.
- 祭器。Zhè tào jì qì shì Shāng dài yíliú xiàlái de zhēnguì wénwù.This set of sacrificial utensils is a precious relic left from the Shang dynasty.
- 祭器。Bówùguǎn zhuānmén kāishè le zhǎnchū gǔdài jì qì de zhǎntīng.The museum has a dedicated exhibition hall showcasing ancient sacrificial vessels.
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