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  • ATMs are mushrooming in East New Britains cities. In PNG the cargo cult is noticeably melting into the 21st century. In place of Western cargo which was simply glorified as divine gifts, folks are now amazed over paper money that rushes out of robotish talking metal boxes. According to an employee of ANZ, about 7,5 million Melanesians out of the entire 8,25 million people population do not have a bank account yet. <br />
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Tabu remains the essence of the Tolai's domestic relations and can't be replaced with any paper. Decades after the introduction of PNG's new cash system, as well as ATMs and loan firms, the Tolai are still genuinely affiliated with their shells whilst they're moving slowly from a self-sufficient lifestyle into the money-driven economy. Hence, they must learn about entrepreneurship and how to juggle the Kina notes & Toea coins with their official complementary currency – Tabu.
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  • A man uses his ATM card at Ben's Tabu exchange hub in Kokopo to buy bits and pieces. Will the cash economy overthrone the shell money at one point? <br />
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In PNG the cargo cult is noticeably melting into the 21st century. In place of Western cargo which was simply glorified as divine gifts, folks are now amazed over paper money that rushes out of robotish talking metal boxes. According to an employee of ANZ, about 7,5 million Melanesians out of the entire 8,25 million people population do not have a bank account yet. <br />
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Tabu is the essence of the Tolai's domestic relations and can't be replaced with any paper. Decades after the introduction of PNG's new cash system, as well as ATMs and loan firms, the Tolai are still genuinely affiliated with their shells whilst they're moving slowly from a self-sufficient lifestyle into the money-driven economy. Hence, they must learn about entrepreneurship and how to juggle the Kina notes & Toea coins with their official complementary currency – Tabu.
    PNG-East_New_Britain-Tabu-Shell_Mone...jpg
  • Balle’ graveyard (Panggala, Rindigallo). The family is taking care of their deceased relatives during the ritual of Ma'Nene. The Church puts a lot of effort into driving out the extraordinary spiritual belief, yet without any visible success. However, the ancestral cult is deeply anchored in the culture of the Torajans. These days the dead will be taken out from their coffins to get a new fancy outfit and a decent bone polish. Ma’Nene – care of the ancestors – is probably one of the most bizarre rituals that endure modern times. But the truth is, that for the families behind the disturbing images, Ma’Nene is a simply a sign of love.
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  • Rambu Solo Funeral in Lo'Ko Uru, to honor Philippus Possali and Albertina Allo, the elderly couple who died only three months apart from each other. Their families did not wait for long to schedule a date for the funeral. That’s quite rare, others preserve the Toma Kula’ – the sick- up to several years if not decades until they can agree on a funeral date, but also to save up enough for the precious event. <br />
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Provisionally, an arena made of bamboo has been set up during the previous months, to accommodate the extended family, as well as other guests. Roughly 800 guests will be attending the five-day event. <br />
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With buffalo blood on the highway of souls. The last breath of one of the presented water buffalos marks the official death of a "sick person" during the event of a Rambu Solo' funeral. The soul of the deceased will finally raise to Puya - Heaven. The more buffalos to be sacrificed, the wealthier the family and the faster a soul will find its way to Puya. The first buffalo will be sacrificed right after 12 o’clock when the sun starts setting again – Rambu means smoke, Solo means down. The buffalo’s death will mark the departure of a soul on its way to Puya – Heaven. There, it will be with God and live a fulfilling afterlife. Without the buffalo, the soul won’t find its way. Hence, the more buffalos sacrificed, the faster the souls will find their way to Puya. Regarding Aluk To Dolo – the ancestral belief of the Torajans, 24 is the suggested number of sacrificial buffalos – for most castes. But some guests will bring additional buffalos as a gift. In this case, it’s an unwritten law for the family to pay back a buffalo in the same price range at the next funeral.
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  • Todeng died in 2009. He has been burried with his purse and favorite glasses<br />
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The Ma'Nene Ritual is about to start. The coffins have been dragged out of the family's mausoleum. After cleaning the dead body, clothes will be changed before having a sunbath. Rising to Puya (Heaven) also means to enter the afterlife. And, to continue with the living standards one is used to when being on earth. That’s why it is customary for the Torajans to put a gift in the coffin of their ancestors before locking it into a family mausoleum or the traditional stone grave. For some, a bracelet or a watch would do, while the highest cast might even bury a diamond with their loved ones. Nowadays, many are afraid their gifts get stolen. Local police authorities are even investigating cases of stolen mummies. The rumor spread that there’s a high demand from foreign antique-collectors based in Bali. Supposedly, they’re hiring thieves from the area to steel bodies for their private exhibitions. Not to forget about the missing baby mummies who apparently are used for occult medicine.
    Indonesia-Toraja-Panggala_Manene-Ne_...jpg
  • The Ma'Nene Ritual is about to start. The coffins have been dragged out of the family's mausoleum. After cleaning the dead body, clothes will be changed before having a sunbath. Rising to Puya (Heaven) also means to enter the afterlife. And, to continue with the living standards one is used to when being on earth. That’s why it is customary for the Torajans to put a gift in the coffin of their ancestors before locking it into a family mausoleum or the traditional stone grave. For some, a bracelet or a watch would do, while the highest cast might even bury a diamond with their loved ones. Nowadays, many are afraid their gifts get stolen. Local police authorities are even investigating cases of stolen mummies. The rumor spread that there’s a high demand from foreign antique-collectors based in Bali. Supposedly, they’re hiring thieves from the area to steel bodies for their private exhibitions. Not to forget about the missing baby mummies who apparently are used for occult medicine.
    Indonesia-Toraja-Panggala-Balle_Mane...jpg
  • Balle’ graveyard (Panggala, Rindigallo). Two weeks ago, the local shaman had been on duty at the graveyard of Balle’. Holding the Massabu ritual he worshipped the spirits and asked for permission to open the old tomb. A chicken, A pig, and a dog have been executed in front of its gate. Apparently, the spirits agreed. Today is the chosen day to move roughly 50 coffins over to a new mausoleum, since everyone is already here, this day also provides a good opportunity for most families to take care of their ancestors. The coffins have been opened, and the routine takes off almost simultaneously, checking old gifts, cutting away sticky clothes, make the body stand to dry, dressing them up, and of course taking some selfies.
    Indonesia-Toraja-Panggala-Balle_Mane...jpg
  • Indonesia - Sulawesi - Tana Toraja Indonesia - Tana Toraja
    Indonesia-Toraja-Panggala-Balle_Mane...jpg
  • Indonesia - Sulawesi - Tana Toraja Indonesia - Tana Toraja
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  • Indonesia - Sulawesi - Tana Toraja Indonesia - Tana Toraja
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  • Indonesia - Sulawesi - Tana Toraja. Graveyard in Panggala, Rindigallo.<br />
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A relative of Nene Datu who passed away in 1982 snaps a selfie of Nene Datu, Yuanita (right) and Jambang (left). Nene Datu will be burried later on together with her dauthter Polina (died 2nd), and Dani (died 3rd) all together in the same coffin. Ma'Nene is always a good occasion for younger relatives to meet their ancestors for the first time - and of course, to take some selfies with them. While post mortem photography is a disappearing culture (or already lost culture) within most developed countries, in certain parts of Toraja this tradition has been be preserved well over the years.
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  • A relative of Nene Datu who passed away in 1982 snaps a selfie of Nene Datu, Yuanita (right) and Jambang (left). Nene Datu will be burried later on together with her dauthter Polina (died 2nd), and Dani (died 3rd) all together in the same coffin. Ma'Nene is always a good occasion for younger relatives to meet their ancestors for the first time - and of course, to take some selfies with them. While post mortem photography is a disappearing culture (or already lost culture) within most developed countries, in certain parts of Toraja this tradition has been be preserved well over the years.
    Indonesia-Toraja-Panggala_Manene-Nen...jpg
  • Ne Lamba died 2007, 60-70 years old nobody knows, since back in the days there was no birth certificate. Ne Kalo is proudly presenting his mummiefied brother as it is customary for the Torajans. Luckily the weather is quite okay, otherwise the family would have to wait until next year to take care of their ancestors. It's the last day of August, and after this day, believing in the prinicpals of Aluk To Dolo, the families are not allowed anymore to open the graves.
    Indonesia-Toraja-Panggala_Manene-Ne_...jpg
  • In one of Taipei's funeral parlors. The last day of 7 days of funeral rites, when the gifts are burned accompanied by the blessings of a monk.<br />
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"We believe that we’ll move on to another place after we die, but according to our faith we can’t take any possessions along" explains Neo, who is attending his uncle's funeral in Taipei City. A few moments later, he & his clan pay their last tribute to the deceased, whilst a detailed replica of a two-storey mansion complete with paper maids, a lounger and the latest version of a petite Lonely Planet’s guide to ’Germany’, plus an extravagant car, go up in flames. Besides, towers of joss paper follow the villa into the fire, ensuring the spirit will enjoy a kickstart into a lavish afterlife.
    Taiwan-Taipei-Funeral_Service_Death_...jpg
  • In one of Taipei's funeral parlors. The last day of 7 days of funeral rites, when the gifts are burned accompanied by the blessings of a monk.<br />
<br />
"We believe that we’ll move on to another place after we die, but according to our faith we can’t take any possessions along" explains Neo, who is attending his uncle's funeral in Taipei City. A few moments later, he & his clan pay their last tribute to the deceased, whilst a detailed replica of a two-storey mansion complete with paper maids, a lounger and the latest version of a petite Lonely Planet’s guide to ’Germany’, plus an extravagant car, go up in flames. Besides, towers of joss paper follow the villa into the fire, ensuring the spirit will enjoy a kickstart into a lavish afterlife.
    Taiwan-Taipei-Funeral_Service_Death_...jpg
  • In one of Taipei's funeral parlors. The last day of 7 days of funeral rites, when the gifts are burned accompanied by the blessings of a monk.<br />
<br />
"We believe that we’ll move on to another place after we die, but according to our faith we can’t take any possessions along" explains Neo, who is attending his uncle's funeral in Taipei City. A few moments later, he & his clan pay their last tribute to the deceased, whilst a detailed replica of a two-storey mansion complete with paper maids, a lounger and the latest version of a petite Lonely Planet’s guide to ’Germany’, plus an extravagant car, go up in flames. Besides, towers of joss paper follow the villa into the fire, ensuring the spirit will enjoy a kickstart into a lavish afterlife.
    Taiwan-Taipei-Funeral_Service_Death_...jpg
  • In one of Taipei's funeral parlors. The last day of 7 days of funeral rites, when the gifts are burned accompanied by the blessings of a monk.<br />
<br />
"We believe that we’ll move on to another place after we die, but according to our faith we can’t take any possessions along" explains Neo, who is attending his uncle's funeral in Taipei City. A few moments later, he & his clan pay their last tribute to the deceased, whilst a detailed replica of a two-storey mansion complete with paper maids, a lounger and the latest version of a petite Lonely Planet’s guide to ’Germany’, plus an extravagant car, go up in flames. Besides, towers of joss paper follow the villa into the fire, ensuring the spirit will enjoy a kickstart into a lavish afterlife.
    Taiwan-Taipei-Funeral_Service_Death_...jpg
  • Taipei's funeral parlor. Offerings for the recently deceased are displayed. The mourners offer fruits, food, beer or other beverage, snacks, a washbin and hell money (joss paper) for their deceased loved ones. As the people believe in afterlife and reincarnations, they trust that the souls of the departed still need to be taken care of. A traditional funeral lasts 7 days. <br />
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After the funeral rites, the mourners will hold a bimonthly Baibai at home to pay tribute to the deceased, where they will offer food and joss paper to the spirits.
    Taiwan-Taipei-Funeral_Service_Death_...jpg
  • In one of Taipei's funeral parlors. The last day of 7 days of funeral rites, when the gifts are burned accompanied by the blessings of a monk.<br />
<br />
"We believe that we’ll move on to another place after we die, but according to our faith we can’t take any possessions along" explains Neo, who is attending his uncle's funeral in Taipei City. A few moments later, he & his clan pay their last tribute to the deceased, whilst a detailed replica of a two-storey mansion complete with paper maids, a lounger and the latest version of a petite Lonely Planet’s guide to ’Germany’, plus an extravagant car, go up in flames. Besides, towers of joss paper follow the villa into the fire, ensuring the spirit will enjoy a kickstart into a lavish afterlife.
    Taiwan-Taipei-Funeral_Service_Death_...jpg
  • Cherry, Yean’s sister (the founder of Skea which specializes in custom made paper gifts for the spirits) - in her workshop near Taipei. She’s working on furniture.<br />
<br />
Buddhists believe in the neverending cycle of life, death, and reincarnation. With consumerism taking its toll on our society, interdimensional love has also been redefined. Back in the days, it sufficed to send the deceased loved ones a stack of hell money or perhaps a slip of paper with imprinted clothing (including a scissors icon in case the size doesn’t fit). But nowadays it seems incredibly important to upgrade to fancier donations for the ancestral spirits, and furthermore to ensure they can keep up with technological trends in their afterlife. Thus, people buy all sorts of lavish gifts made of paper mâché to honor the dead, not necessarily for the wandering spirits, as those are already appeased with the Pudu rites hold for them during Ghost Month. Besides the funerals, biweekly Bai-Bai tributes, and individual death anniversaries, the peak season for producers to sell their 3D paper imitations is the annual Tomb Sweeping Day Qingming. <br />
<br />
Skea is distributing meaningful and eco-friendly paper products via webshop all over Asia. The product range includes luxurious mansions with swimming pools, entertainment stuff such as entire discos, ice cream parlors, sports gear, plus every means of transport imaginable – sports cars, jets, bicycles, motorbikes. Skea also offers imitated electronic gadgets such as cameras, or phones and tablets where even the apps are designed by Skea. There’s watches, jewelry, razors, perfumes, sunglasses, hats, the latest fashion (formal, traditional and casual dresses) – basically everything needed to dress swag and live comfy in the afterlife.<br />
<br />
Smaller presents like the latest sPhone 8plus (with 80 GB spiritual memory) is available for about USD 100, whereas an entire villa with all the trimmings goes for about USD 4.500
    Skea_Studio_Cherry_at_work9.jpg
  • Cherry, Yean’s sister (the founder of Skea which specializes in custom made paper gifts for the spirits) - in her workshop near Taipei. She’s working on furniture.<br />
<br />
Buddhists believe in the neverending cycle of life, death, and reincarnation. With consumerism taking its toll on our society, interdimensional love has also been redefined. Back in the days, it sufficed to send the deceased loved ones a stack of hell money or perhaps a slip of paper with imprinted clothing (including a scissors icon in case the size doesn’t fit). But nowadays it seems incredibly important to upgrade to fancier donations for the ancestral spirits, and furthermore to ensure they can keep up with technological trends in their afterlife. Thus, people buy all sorts of lavish gifts made of paper mâché to honor the dead, not necessarily for the wandering spirits, as those are already appeased with the Pudu rites hold for them during Ghost Month. Besides the funerals, biweekly Bai-Bai tributes, and individual death anniversaries, the peak season for producers to sell their 3D paper imitations is the annual Tomb Sweeping Day Qingming. <br />
<br />
Skea is distributing meaningful and eco-friendly paper products via webshop all over Asia. The product range includes luxurious mansions with swimming pools, entertainment stuff such as entire discos, ice cream parlors, sports gear, plus every means of transport imaginable – sports cars, jets, bicycles, motorbikes. Skea also offers imitated electronic gadgets such as cameras, or phones and tablets where even the apps are designed by Skea. There’s watches, jewelry, razors, perfumes, sunglasses, hats, the latest fashion (formal, traditional and casual dresses) – basically everything needed to dress swag and live comfy in the afterlife.<br />
<br />
Smaller presents like the latest sPhone 8plus (with 80 GB spiritual memory) is available for about USD 100, whereas an entire villa with all the trimmings goes for about USD 4.500
    Skea_Studio_Cherry_at_work8.jpg
  • Cherry, Yean’s sister (the founder of Skea which specializes in custom made paper gifts for the spirits) - in her workshop near Taipei. She’s working on furniture.<br />
<br />
Buddhists believe in the neverending cycle of life, death, and reincarnation. With consumerism taking its toll on our society, interdimensional love has also been redefined. Back in the days, it sufficed to send the deceased loved ones a stack of hell money or perhaps a slip of paper with imprinted clothing (including a scissors icon in case the size doesn’t fit). But nowadays it seems incredibly important to upgrade to fancier donations for the ancestral spirits, and furthermore to ensure they can keep up with technological trends in their afterlife. Thus, people buy all sorts of lavish gifts made of paper mâché to honor the dead, not necessarily for the wandering spirits, as those are already appeased with the Pudu rites hold for them during Ghost Month. Besides the funerals, biweekly Bai-Bai tributes, and individual death anniversaries, the peak season for producers to sell their 3D paper imitations is the annual Tomb Sweeping Day Qingming. <br />
<br />
Skea is distributing meaningful and eco-friendly paper products via webshop all over Asia. The product range includes luxurious mansions with swimming pools, entertainment stuff such as entire discos, ice cream parlors, sports gear, plus every means of transport imaginable – sports cars, jets, bicycles, motorbikes. Skea also offers imitated electronic gadgets such as cameras, or phones and tablets where even the apps are designed by Skea. There’s watches, jewelry, razors, perfumes, sunglasses, hats, the latest fashion (formal, traditional and casual dresses) – basically everything needed to dress swag and live comfy in the afterlife.<br />
<br />
Smaller presents like the latest sPhone 8plus (with 80 GB spiritual memory) is available for about USD 100, whereas an entire villa with all the trimmings goes for about USD 4.500
    Skea_Studio_Cherry_at_work6.jpg
  • Cherry, Yean’s sister (the founder of Skea which specializes in custom made paper gifts for the spirits) - in her workshop near Taipei. She’s working on furniture.<br />
<br />
Buddhists believe in the neverending cycle of life, death, and reincarnation. With consumerism taking its toll on our society, interdimensional love has also been redefined. Back in the days, it sufficed to send the deceased loved ones a stack of hell money or perhaps a slip of paper with imprinted clothing (including a scissors icon in case the size doesn’t fit). But nowadays it seems incredibly important to upgrade to fancier donations for the ancestral spirits, and furthermore to ensure they can keep up with technological trends in their afterlife. Thus, people buy all sorts of lavish gifts made of paper mâché to honor the dead, not necessarily for the wandering spirits, as those are already appeased with the Pudu rites hold for them during Ghost Month. Besides the funerals, biweekly Bai-Bai tributes, and individual death anniversaries, the peak season for producers to sell their 3D paper imitations is the annual Tomb Sweeping Day Qingming. <br />
<br />
Skea is distributing meaningful and eco-friendly paper products via webshop all over Asia. The product range includes luxurious mansions with swimming pools, entertainment stuff such as entire discos, ice cream parlors, sports gear, plus every means of transport imaginable – sports cars, jets, bicycles, motorbikes. Skea also offers imitated electronic gadgets such as cameras, or phones and tablets where even the apps are designed by Skea. There’s watches, jewelry, razors, perfumes, sunglasses, hats, the latest fashion (formal, traditional and casual dresses) – basically everything needed to dress swag and live comfy in the afterlife.<br />
<br />
Smaller presents like the latest sPhone 8plus (with 80 GB spiritual memory) is available for about USD 100, whereas an entire villa with all the trimmings goes for about USD 4.500
    Skea_Studio_Cherry_at_work4.jpg
  • Cherry, Yean’s sister (the founder of Skea which specializes in custom made paper gifts for the spirits) - in her workshop near Taipei. She’s working on furniture.<br />
<br />
Buddhists believe in the neverending cycle of life, death, and reincarnation. With consumerism taking its toll on our society, interdimensional love has also been redefined. Back in the days, it sufficed to send the deceased loved ones a stack of hell money or perhaps a slip of paper with imprinted clothing (including a scissors icon in case the size doesn’t fit). But nowadays it seems incredibly important to upgrade to fancier donations for the ancestral spirits, and furthermore to ensure they can keep up with technological trends in their afterlife. Thus, people buy all sorts of lavish gifts made of paper mâché to honor the dead, not necessarily for the wandering spirits, as those are already appeased with the Pudu rites hold for them during Ghost Month. Besides the funerals, biweekly Bai-Bai tributes, and individual death anniversaries, the peak season for producers to sell their 3D paper imitations is the annual Tomb Sweeping Day Qingming. <br />
<br />
Skea is distributing meaningful and eco-friendly paper products via webshop all over Asia. The product range includes luxurious mansions with swimming pools, entertainment stuff such as entire discos, ice cream parlors, sports gear, plus every means of transport imaginable – sports cars, jets, bicycles, motorbikes. Skea also offers imitated electronic gadgets such as cameras, or phones and tablets where even the apps are designed by Skea. There’s watches, jewelry, razors, perfumes, sunglasses, hats, the latest fashion (formal, traditional and casual dresses) – basically everything needed to dress swag and live comfy in the afterlife.<br />
<br />
Smaller presents like the latest sPhone 8plus (with 80 GB spiritual memory) is available for about USD 100, whereas an entire villa with all the trimmings goes for about USD 4.500
    Skea_Studio_Cherry_at_work1.jpg
  • Cherry, Yean’s sister (the founder of Skea which specializes in custom made paper gifts for the spirits) - in her workshop near Taipei. She’s working on furniture.<br />
<br />
Buddhists believe in the neverending cycle of life, death, and reincarnation. With consumerism taking its toll on our society, interdimensional love has also been redefined. Back in the days, it sufficed to send the deceased loved ones a stack of hell money or perhaps a slip of paper with imprinted clothing (including a scissors icon in case the size doesn’t fit). But nowadays it seems incredibly important to upgrade to fancier donations for the ancestral spirits, and furthermore to ensure they can keep up with technological trends in their afterlife. Thus, people buy all sorts of lavish gifts made of paper mâché to honor the dead, not necessarily for the wandering spirits, as those are already appeased with the Pudu rites hold for them during Ghost Month. Besides the funerals, biweekly Bai-Bai tributes, and individual death anniversaries, the peak season for producers to sell their 3D paper imitations is the annual Tomb Sweeping Day Qingming. <br />
<br />
Skea is distributing meaningful and eco-friendly paper products via webshop all over Asia. The product range includes luxurious mansions with swimming pools, entertainment stuff such as entire discos, ice cream parlors, sports gear, plus every means of transport imaginable – sports cars, jets, bicycles, motorbikes. Skea also offers imitated electronic gadgets such as cameras, or phones and tablets where even the apps are designed by Skea. There’s watches, jewelry, razors, perfumes, sunglasses, hats, the latest fashion (formal, traditional and casual dresses) – basically everything needed to dress swag and live comfy in the afterlife.<br />
<br />
Smaller presents like the latest sPhone 8plus (with 80 GB spiritual memory) is available for about USD 100, whereas an entire villa with all the trimmings goes for about USD 4.500
    Skea_Studio_Cherry_at_work12.jpg
  • The modern version of Jingyi features more sophisticated clothing, all what’s needed to dress swag in the afterlife. Classic slips of paper Jingyi with imprinted clothing, which will after burning pop up in the parallel world as real pants, shirts and shoes (yes, the imprinted scissors icon is meant for remeasuring). <br />
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Across the global Chinese diaspora, burning paper offerings (joss paper) is meant to send ancestors, ghosts or gods gifts that they can use in the afterlife (elysium). Recently, traditional paper replicas of currencies, crafted bamboo paper with gold or silver layers have given way to modern items like paper electronic devices (phones/ tablets/ computers) washing machines, cars, tvs et cetera. There’s also passports with destination to ’heaven’, imitations of credit cards or membership cards for ’Star Cups’. In designated shops, devotees may even purchase fake McDonald’s products (well, even the whole McDonald’s outlet), cardboard snacks, papery cigarettes (the brand grandpa liked most), or spirits like Rémy Matrin or Hsnenesy Cognac. Modern Paper slip (spiritual money) for ghosts or ancestors - meant for clothing in the afterlife. Whilst the beige paper slip is for average dress, the one with gold background is rather for a new and fancy look. - Aside from Tomb Sweeping Day (Qingming) and the bimonthly Bai Bai remembrance prayers, some joss paper will find its way into the coffin of a deceased person too, or it will be cremated together with the remains.
    Taiwan-Spiritual_Currency_ancestors_...jpg
  • Overview of traditional spiritual money for ancestors or ghost worship. Taiwanese prefer 'eco-friendly' bamboo paper with gold or silver layers. <br />
<br />
Across the global Chinese diaspora, burning paper offerings (joss paper) is meant to send ancestors, ghosts or gods gifts that they can use in the afterlife (elysium). Recently, traditional paper replicas of currencies, crafted bamboo paper with gold or silver layers have given way to modern items like paper electronic devices (phones/ tablets/ computers) washing machines, cars, tvs et cetera. There’s also passports with destination to ’heaven’, imitations of credit cards or membership cards for ’Star Cups’. In designated shops, devotees may even purchase fake McDonald’s products (well, even the whole McDonald’s outlet), cardboard snacks, papery cigarettes (the brand grandpa liked most), or spirits like Rémy Matrin or Hsnenesy Cognac. - Aside from Tomb Sweeping Day (Qingming) and the bimonthly Bai Bai remembrance prayers, some joss paper will find its way into the coffin of a deceased person too, or it will be cremated together with the remains.
    Taiwan-Spiritual_Currency_ancestors_...jpg
  • Overview of traditional spiritual money for ancestors or ghost worship. Taiwanese prefer 'eco-friendly' bamboo paper with gold or silver layers. <br />
<br />
Across the global Chinese diaspora, burning paper offerings (joss paper) is meant to send ancestors, ghosts or gods gifts that they can use in the afterlife (elysium). Recently, traditional paper replicas of currencies, crafted bamboo paper with gold or silver layers have given way to modern items like paper electronic devices (phones/ tablets/ computers) washing machines, cars, tvs et cetera. There’s also passports with destination to ’heaven’, imitations of credit cards or membership cards for ’Star Cups’. In designated shops, devotees may even purchase fake McDonald’s products (well, even the whole McDonald’s outlet), cardboard snacks, papery cigarettes (the brand grandpa liked most), or spirits like Rémy Matrin or Hsnenesy Cognac. - Aside from Tomb Sweeping Day (Qingming) and the bimonthly Bai Bai remembrance prayers, some joss paper will find its way into the coffin of a deceased person too, or it will be cremated together with the remains.
    Taiwan-Spiritual_Currency_ancestors_...jpg
  • Fake foreign currencies (spiritual money). These are more in use by Chinese people, Taiwanese prefer 'eco-friendly' bamboo paper with gold or silver layers. These will be burned for ancestors or sometimes ghosts (not for gods)<br />
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Across the global Chinese diaspora, burning paper offerings (joss paper) is meant to send ancestors, ghosts or gods gifts that they can use in the afterlife (elysium). Recently, traditional paper replicas of currencies, crafted bamboo paper with gold or silver layers have given way to modern items like paper electronic devices (phones/ tablets/ computers) washing machines, cars, tvs et cetera. There’s also passports with destination to ’heaven’, imitations of credit cards or membership cards for ’Star Cups’. In designated shops, devotees may even purchase fake McDonald’s products (well, even the whole McDonald’s outlet), cardboard snacks, papery cigarettes (the brand grandpa liked most), or spirits like Rémy Matrin or Hsnenesy Cognac. - Aside from Tomb Sweeping Day (Qingming) and the bimonthly Bai Bai remembrance prayers, some joss paper will find its way into the coffin of a deceased person too, or it will be cremated together with the remains.
    Taiwan-Spiritual_Currency_ancestors_...jpg
  • Fake foreign currencies (spiritual money). These are more in use by Chinese people, Taiwanese prefer 'eco-friendly' bamboo paper with gold or silver layers. These will be burned for ancestors or sometimes ghosts (not for gods)<br />
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Across the global Chinese diaspora, burning paper offerings (joss paper) is meant to send ancestors, ghosts or gods gifts that they can use in the afterlife (elysium). Recently, traditional paper replicas of currencies, crafted bamboo paper with gold or silver layers have given way to modern items like paper electronic devices (phones/ tablets/ computers) washing machines, cars, tvs et cetera. There’s also passports with destination to ’heaven’, imitations of credit cards or membership cards for ’Star Cups’. In designated shops, devotees may even purchase fake McDonald’s products (well, even the whole McDonald’s outlet), cardboard snacks, papery cigarettes (the brand grandpa liked most), or spirits like Rémy Matrin or Hsnenesy Cognac. - Aside from Tomb Sweeping Day (Qingming) and the bimonthly Bai Bai remembrance prayers, some joss paper will find its way into the coffin of a deceased person too, or it will be cremated together with the remains.
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  • Fake foreign currencies (spiritual money). These are more in use by Chinese people, Taiwanese prefer 'eco-friendly' bamboo paper with gold or silver layers. These will be burned for ancestors or sometimes ghosts (not for gods)<br />
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Across the global Chinese diaspora, burning paper offerings (joss paper) is meant to send ancestors, ghosts or gods gifts that they can use in the afterlife (elysium). Recently, traditional paper replicas of currencies, crafted bamboo paper with gold or silver layers have given way to modern items like paper electronic devices (phones/ tablets/ computers) washing machines, cars, tvs et cetera. There’s also passports with destination to ’heaven’, imitations of credit cards or membership cards for ’Star Cups’. In designated shops, devotees may even purchase fake McDonald’s products (well, even the whole McDonald’s outlet), cardboard snacks, papery cigarettes (the brand grandpa liked most), or spirits like Rémy Matrin or Hsnenesy Cognac. - Aside from Tomb Sweeping Day (Qingming) and the bimonthly Bai Bai remembrance prayers, some joss paper will find its way into the coffin of a deceased person too, or it will be cremated together with the remains.
    Taiwan-Spiritual_Currency_ancestors_...jpg
  • Fake foreign currencies (spiritual money). These are more in use by Chinese people, Taiwanese prefer 'eco-friendly' bamboo paper with gold or silver layers. These will be burned for gods (mostly the 'gods of wealth')<br />
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Across the global Chinese diaspora, burning paper offerings (joss paper) is meant to send ancestors, ghosts or gods gifts that they can use in the afterlife (elysium). Recently, traditional paper replicas of currencies, crafted bamboo paper with gold or silver layers have given way to modern items like paper electronic devices (phones/ tablets/ computers) washing machines, cars, tvs et cetera. There’s also passports with destination to ’heaven’, imitations of credit cards or membership cards for ’Star Cups’. In designated shops, devotees may even purchase fake McDonald’s products (well, even the whole McDonald’s outlet), cardboard snacks, papery cigarettes (the brand grandpa liked most), or spirits like Rémy Matrin or Hsnenesy Cognac.
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  • Fake foreign currencies (spiritual money). These are more in use by Chinese people, Taiwanese prefer 'eco-friendly' bamboo paper with gold or silver layers. These will be burned for gods (mostly the 'gods of wealth')<br />
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Across the global Chinese diaspora, burning paper offerings (joss paper) is meant to send ancestors, ghosts or gods gifts that they can use in the afterlife (elysium). Recently, traditional paper replicas of currencies, crafted bamboo paper with gold or silver layers have given way to modern items like paper electronic devices (phones/ tablets/ computers) washing machines, cars, tvs et cetera. There’s also passports with destination to ’heaven’, imitations of credit cards or membership cards for ’Star Cups’. In designated shops, devotees may even purchase fake McDonald’s products (well, even the whole McDonald’s outlet), cardboard snacks, papery cigarettes (the brand grandpa liked most), or spirits like Rémy Matrin or Hsnenesy Cognac.
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  • Spiritual Currency, used for gods worship. This type of joss paper even comes with an official cash-back guarantee (plus customer service number) in case it proves not being 99% gold as stated on the leaflet. All handcrafted papers have a nice touch and feel, bearing many variances and imperfections.<br />
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Across the global Chinese diaspora, burning paper offerings (joss paper) is meant to send ancestors, ghosts or gods gifts that they can use in the afterlife (elysium). Recently, traditional paper replicas of currencies, crafted bamboo paper with gold or silver layers have given way to modern items like paper electronic devices (phones/ tablets/ computers) washing machines, cars, tvs et cetera. There’s also passports with destination to ’heaven’, imitations of credit cards or membership cards for ’Star Cups’. In designated shops, devotees may even purchase fake McDonald’s products (well, even the whole McDonald’s outlet), cardboard snacks, papery cigarettes (the brand grandpa liked most), or spirits like Rémy Matrin or Hsnenesy Cognac.
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  • Overview of spiritual currency for worshipping gods, ancestors and ghosts.<br />
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Across the global Chinese diaspora, burning paper offerings (joss paper) is meant to send ancestors, ghosts or gods gifts that they can use in the afterlife (elysium). Recently, traditional paper replicas of currencies, crafted bamboo paper with gold or silver layers have given way to modern items like paper electronic devices (phones/ tablets/ computers) washing machines, cars, tvs et cetera. There’s also passports with destination to ’heaven’, imitations of credit cards or membership cards for ’Star Cups’. In designated shops, devotees may even purchase fake McDonald’s products (well, even the whole McDonald’s outlet), cardboard snacks, papery cigarettes (the brand grandpa liked most), or spirits like Rémy Matrin or Hsnenesy Cognac.
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  • Across the global Chinese diaspora, burning paper offerings (joss paper) is meant to send ancestors, ghosts or gods gifts that they can use in the afterlife (elysium). Recently, traditional paper replicas of currencies, crafted bamboo paper with gold or silver layers have given way to modern items like paper electronic devices (phones/ tablets/ computers) washing machines, cars, tvs et cetera. There’s also passports with destination to ’heaven’, imitations of credit cards or membership cards for ’Star Cups’. In designated shops, devotees may even purchase fake McDonald’s products (well, even the whole McDonald’s outlet), cardboard snacks, papery cigarettes (the brand grandpa liked most), or spirits like Rémy Matrin or Hsnenesy Cognac.
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  • Taipei's funeral parlor. Offerings for the recently deceased are displayed. The mourners offer fruits, food, beer or other beverage, snacks, a washbin and hell money (joss paper) for their deceased loved ones. As the people believe in afterlife and reincarnations, they trust that the souls of the departed still need to be taken care of. A traditional funeral lasts 7 days. <br />
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After the funeral rites, the mourners will hold a bimonthly Baibai at home to pay tribute to the deceased, where they will offer food and joss paper to the spirits.
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  • Taipei's funeral parlor. Offerings for the recently deceased are displayed. The mourners offer fruits, food, beer or other beverage, snacks, a washbin and hell money (joss paper) for their deceased loved ones. As the people believe in afterlife and reincarnations, they trust that the souls of the departed still need to be taken care of. A traditional funeral lasts 7 days. <br />
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After the funeral rites, the mourners will hold a bimonthly Baibai at home to pay tribute to the deceased, where they will offer food and joss paper to the spirits.
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  • Spiritual currency gift - paper watch in imitation of real brand.<br />
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Across the global Chinese diaspora, burning paper offerings (joss paper) is meant to send ancestors, ghosts or gods gifts that they can use in the afterlife (elysium). Recently, traditional paper replicas of currencies, crafted bamboo paper with gold or silver layers have given way to modern items like paper electronic devices (phones/ tablets/ computers) washing machines, cars, tvs et cetera. There’s also passports with destination to ’heaven’, imitations of credit cards or membership cards for ’Star Cups’. In designated shops, devotees may even purchase fake McDonald’s products (well, even the whole McDonald’s outlet), cardboard snacks, papery cigarettes (the brand grandpa liked most), or spirits like Rémy Matrin or Hsnenesy Cognac Usually these paper gifts will be burned as a blessing for the deceased loved one before the body is buried (or cremated). But also during the annual Qingming (Tomb Sweeping Day) for remembrance. Through the act of burning, these gifts will be received in the parallel world.
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  • Spiritual currency gift - paper beer in imitation of real brands like Guinesso and Buduaisar.<br />
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Across the global Chinese diaspora, burning paper offerings (joss paper) is meant to send ancestors, ghosts or gods gifts that they can use in the afterlife (elysium). Recently, traditional paper replicas of currencies, crafted bamboo paper with gold or silver layers have given way to modern items like paper electronic devices (phones/ tablets/ computers) washing machines, cars, tvs et cetera. There’s also passports with destination to ’heaven’, imitations of credit cards or membership cards for ’Star Cups’. In designated shops, devotees may even purchase fake McDonald’s products (well, even the whole McDonald’s outlet), cardboard snacks, papery cigarettes (the brand grandpa liked most), or spirits like Rémy Matrin or Hsnenesy Cognac Usually these paper gifts will be burned as a blessing for the deceased loved one before the body is buried (or cremated). But also during the annual Qingming (Tomb Sweeping Day) for remembrance. Through the act of burning, these gifts will be received in the parallel world.
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  • Spiritual currency gift - paper playstation<br />
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Across the global Chinese diaspora, burning paper offerings (joss paper) is meant to send ancestors, ghosts or gods gifts that they can use in the afterlife (elysium). Recently, traditional paper replicas of currencies, crafted bamboo paper with gold or silver layers have given way to modern items like paper electronic devices (phones/ tablets/ computers) washing machines, cars, tvs et cetera. There’s also passports with destination to ’heaven’, imitations of credit cards or membership cards for ’Star Cups’. In designated shops, devotees may even purchase fake McDonald’s products (well, even the whole McDonald’s outlet), cardboard snacks, papery cigarettes (the brand grandpa liked most), or spirits like Rémy Matrin or Hsnenesy Cognac Usually these paper gifts will be burned as a blessing for the deceased loved one before the body is buried (or cremated). But also during the annual Qingming (Tomb Sweeping Day) for remembrance. Through the act of burning, these gifts will be received in the parallel world.
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  • Spiritual currency gift - paper beer in imitation of real brands like Caeberrg and Sem Migel.<br />
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Across the global Chinese diaspora, burning paper offerings (joss paper) is meant to send ancestors, ghosts or gods gifts that they can use in the afterlife (elysium). Recently, traditional paper replicas of currencies, crafted bamboo paper with gold or silver layers have given way to modern items like paper electronic devices (phones/ tablets/ computers) washing machines, cars, tvs et cetera. There’s also passports with destination to ’heaven’, imitations of credit cards or membership cards for ’Star Cups’. In designated shops, devotees may even purchase fake McDonald’s products (well, even the whole McDonald’s outlet), cardboard snacks, papery cigarettes (the brand grandpa liked most), or spirits like Rémy Matrin or Hsnenesy Cognac Usually these paper gifts will be burned as a blessing for the deceased loved one before the body is buried (or cremated). But also during the annual Qingming (Tomb Sweeping Day) for remembrance. Through the act of burning, these gifts will be received in the parallel world.
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  • Spiritual currency gift - paper truck with gold bars<br />
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Shop of Liao Yi Chen and her daughter Liao Yi Lan, near Taipei funeral service2.<br />
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Across the global Chinese diaspora, burning paper offerings (joss paper) is meant to send ancestors, ghosts or gods gifts that they can use in the afterlife (elysium). Recently, traditional paper replicas of currencies, crafted bamboo paper with gold or silver layers have given way to modern items like paper electronic devices (phones/ tablets/ computers) washing machines, cars, tvs et cetera. There’s also passports with destination to ’heaven’, imitations of credit cards or membership cards for ’Star Cups’. In designated shops, devotees may even purchase fake McDonald’s products (well, even the whole McDonald’s outlet), cardboard snacks, papery cigarettes (the brand grandpa liked most), or spirits like Rémy Matrin or Hsnenesy Cognac Usually these paper gifts will be burned as a blessing for the deceased loved one before the body is buried (or cremated). But also during the annual Qingming (Tomb Sweeping Day) for remembrance. Through the act of burning, these gifts will be received in the parallel world.
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  • Spiritual currency gift - villa including pool, garage and maids.<br />
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Shop of Liao Yi Chen and her daughter Liao Yi Lan, near Taipei funeral service2.<br />
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Across the global Chinese diaspora, burning paper offerings (joss paper) is meant to send ancestors, ghosts or gods gifts that they can use in the afterlife (elysium). Recently, traditional paper replicas of currencies, crafted bamboo paper with gold or silver layers have given way to modern items like paper electronic devices (phones/ tablets/ computers) washing machines, cars, tvs et cetera. There’s also passports with destination to ’heaven’, imitations of credit cards or membership cards for ’Star Cups’. In designated shops, devotees may even purchase fake McDonald’s products (well, even the whole McDonald’s outlet), cardboard snacks, papery cigarettes (the brand grandpa liked most), or spirits like Rémy Matrin or Hsnenesy Cognac Usually these paper gifts will be burned as a blessing for the deceased loved one before the body is buried (or cremated). But also during the annual Qingming (Tomb Sweeping Day) for remembrance. Through the act of burning, these gifts will be received in the parallel world.
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  • Spiritual currency gift - villa including pool, garage and maids.<br />
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Shop of Liao Yi Chen and her daughter Liao Yi Lan, near Taipei funeral service2.<br />
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Across the global Chinese diaspora, burning paper offerings (joss paper) is meant to send ancestors, ghosts or gods gifts that they can use in the afterlife (elysium). Recently, traditional paper replicas of currencies, crafted bamboo paper with gold or silver layers have given way to modern items like paper electronic devices (phones/ tablets/ computers) washing machines, cars, tvs et cetera. There’s also passports with destination to ’heaven’, imitations of credit cards or membership cards for ’Star Cups’. In designated shops, devotees may even purchase fake McDonald’s products (well, even the whole McDonald’s outlet), cardboard snacks, papery cigarettes (the brand grandpa liked most), or spirits like Rémy Matrin or Hsnenesy Cognac Usually these paper gifts will be burned as a blessing for the deceased loved one before the body is buried (or cremated). But also during the annual Qingming (Tomb Sweeping Day) for remembrance. Through the act of burning, these gifts will be received in the parallel world.
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  • Spiritual paper gift, mens fashion to dress swag in the afterlife.<br />
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Across the global Chinese diaspora, burning paper offerings (joss paper) is meant to send ancestors, ghosts or gods gifts that they can use in the afterlife (elysium). Recently, traditional paper replicas of currencies, crafted bamboo paper with gold or silver layers have given way to modern items like paper electronic devices (phones/ tablets/ computers) washing machines, cars, tvs et cetera. There’s also passports with destination to ’heaven’, imitations of credit cards or membership cards for ’Star Cups’. In designated shops, devotees may even purchase fake McDonald’s products (well, even the whole McDonald’s outlet), cardboard snacks, papery cigarettes (the brand grandpa liked most), or spirits like Rémy Matrin or Hsnenesy Cognac. Usually these paper gifts will be burned as a blessing for the deceased loved one before the body is buried (or cremated). But also during the annual Qingming (Tomb Sweeping Day) for remembrance. Through the act of burning, these gifts will be received in the parallel world.
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  • Spiritual currency gift woman fashion<br />
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Shop of Liao Yi Chen and her daughter Liao Yi Lan, near Taipei funeral service2.<br />
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Across the global Chinese diaspora, burning paper offerings (joss paper) is meant to send ancestors, ghosts or gods gifts that they can use in the afterlife (elysium). Recently, traditional paper replicas of currencies, crafted bamboo paper with gold or silver layers have given way to modern items like paper electronic devices (phones/ tablets/ computers) washing machines, cars, tvs et cetera. There’s also passports with destination to ’heaven’, imitations of credit cards or membership cards for ’Star Cups’. In designated shops, devotees may even purchase fake McDonald’s products (well, even the whole McDonald’s outlet), cardboard snacks, papery cigarettes (the brand grandpa liked most), or spirits like Rémy Matrin or Hsnenesy Cognac. Usually these paper gifts will be burned as a blessing for the deceased loved one before the body is buried (or cremated). But also during the annual Qingming (Tomb Sweeping Day) for remembrance. Through the act of burning, these gifts will be received in the parallel world.
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  • Spiritual currency gift woman fashion<br />
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Shop of Liao Yi Chen and her daughter Liao Yi Lan, near Taipei funeral service2.<br />
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Across the global Chinese diaspora, burning paper offerings (joss paper) is meant to send ancestors, ghosts or gods gifts that they can use in the afterlife (elysium). Recently, traditional paper replicas of currencies, crafted bamboo paper with gold or silver layers have given way to modern items like paper electronic devices (phones/ tablets/ computers) washing machines, cars, tvs et cetera. There’s also passports with destination to ’heaven’, imitations of credit cards or membership cards for ’Star Cups’. In designated shops, devotees may even purchase fake McDonald’s products (well, even the whole McDonald’s outlet), cardboard snacks, papery cigarettes (the brand grandpa liked most), or spirits like Rémy Matrin or Hsnenesy Cognac. Usually these paper gifts will be burned as a blessing for the deceased loved one before the body is buried (or cremated). But also during the annual Qingming (Tomb Sweeping Day) for remembrance. Through the act of burning, these gifts will be received in the parallel world.
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  • Spiritual paper gift, Sanyo Phone including charger. <br />
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Across the global Chinese diaspora, burning paper offerings (joss paper) is meant to send ancestors, ghosts or gods gifts that they can use in the afterlife (elysium). Recently, traditional paper replicas of currencies, crafted bamboo paper with gold or silver layers have given way to modern items like paper electronic devices (phones/ tablets/ computers) washing machines, cars, tvs et cetera. There’s also passports with destination to ’heaven’, imitations of credit cards or membership cards for ’Star Cups’. In designated shops, devotees may even purchase fake McDonald’s products (well, even the whole McDonald’s outlet), cardboard snacks, papery cigarettes (the brand grandpa liked most), or spirits like Rémy Matrin or Hsnenesy Cognac. Usually these paper gifts will be burned as a blessing for the deceased loved one before the body is buried (or cremated). But also during the annual Qingming (Tomb Sweeping Day) for remembrance. Through the act of burning, these gifts will be received in the parallel world.
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  • Spiritual currency "gifts".<br />
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Shop of Liao Yi Chen and her daughter Liao Yi Lan, near Taipei funeral service2.<br />
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Across the global Chinese diaspora, burning paper offerings (joss paper) is meant to send ancestors, ghosts or gods gifts that they can use in the afterlife (elysium). Recently, traditional paper replicas of currencies, crafted bamboo paper with gold or silver layers have given way to modern items like paper electronic devices (phones/ tablets/ computers) washing machines, cars, tvs et cetera. There’s also passports with destination to ’heaven’, imitations of credit cards or membership cards for ’Star Cups’. In designated shops, devotees may even purchase fake McDonald’s products (well, even the whole McDonald’s outlet), cardboard snacks, papery cigarettes (the brand grandpa liked most), or spirits like Rémy Matrin or Hsnenesy Cognac. Usually these paper gifts will be burned as a blessing for the deceased loved one before the body is buried (or cremated). But also during the annual Qingming (Tomb Sweeping Day) for remembrance. Through the act of burning, these gifts will be received in the parallel world.
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  • Spiritual currency gift camera replica.<br />
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Shop of Liao Yi Chen and her daughter Liao Yi Lan, near Taipei funeral service2.<br />
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Across the global Chinese diaspora, burning paper offerings (joss paper) is meant to send ancestors, ghosts or gods gifts that they can use in the afterlife (elysium). Recently, traditional paper replicas of currencies, crafted bamboo paper with gold or silver layers have given way to modern items like paper electronic devices (phones/ tablets/ computers) washing machines, cars, tvs et cetera. There’s also passports with destination to ’heaven’, imitations of credit cards or membership cards for ’Star Cups’. In designated shops, devotees may even purchase fake McDonald’s products (well, even the whole McDonald’s outlet), cardboard snacks, papery cigarettes (the brand grandpa liked most), or spirits like Rémy Matrin or Hsnenesy Cognac. Usually these paper gifts will be burned as a blessing for the deceased loved one before the body is buried (or cremated). But also during the annual Qingming (Tomb Sweeping Day) for remembrance. Through the act of burning, these gifts will be received in the parallel world.
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  • Spiritual paper gift, electronic gadget kit in imitation of real brand.<br />
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Across the global Chinese diaspora, burning paper offerings (joss paper) is meant to send ancestors, ghosts or gods gifts that they can use in the afterlife (elysium). Recently, traditional paper replicas of currencies, crafted bamboo paper with gold or silver layers have given way to modern items like paper electronic devices (phones/ tablets/ computers) washing machines, cars, tvs et cetera. There’s also passports with destination to ’heaven’, imitations of credit cards or membership cards for ’Star Cups’. In designated shops, devotees may even purchase fake McDonald’s products (well, even the whole McDonald’s outlet), cardboard snacks, papery cigarettes (the brand grandpa liked most), or spirits like Rémy Matrin or Hsnenesy Cognac. Usually these paper gifts will be burned as a blessing for the deceased loved one before the body is buried (or cremated). But also during the annual Qingming (Tomb Sweeping Day) for remembrance. Through the act of burning, these gifts will be received in the parallel world.
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  • Spiritual paper gift, lipstick and makeup.<br />
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Across the global Chinese diaspora, burning paper offerings (joss paper) is meant to send ancestors, ghosts or gods gifts that they can use in the afterlife (elysium). Recently, traditional paper replicas of currencies, crafted bamboo paper with gold or silver layers have given way to modern items like paper electronic devices (phones/ tablets/ computers) washing machines, cars, tvs et cetera. There’s also passports with destination to ’heaven’, imitations of credit cards or membership cards for ’Star Cups’. In designated shops, devotees may even purchase fake McDonald’s products (well, even the whole McDonald’s outlet), cardboard snacks, papery cigarettes (the brand grandpa liked most), or spirits like Rémy Matrin or Hsnenesy Cognac. Usually these paper gifts will be burned as a blessing for the deceased loved one before the body is buried (or cremated). But also during the annual Qingming (Tomb Sweeping Day) for remembrance. Through the act of burning, these gifts will be received in the parallel world.
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  • Spiritual paper gift, hygiene products<br />
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Across the global Chinese diaspora, burning paper offerings (joss paper) is meant to send ancestors, ghosts or gods gifts that they can use in the afterlife (elysium). Recently, traditional paper replicas of currencies, crafted bamboo paper with gold or silver layers have given way to modern items like paper electronic devices (phones/ tablets/ computers) washing machines, cars, tvs et cetera. There’s also passports with destination to ’heaven’, imitations of credit cards or membership cards for ’Star Cups’. In designated shops, devotees may even purchase fake McDonald’s products (well, even the whole McDonald’s outlet), cardboard snacks, papery cigarettes (the brand grandpa liked most), or spirits like Rémy Matrin or Hsnenesy Cognac. Usually these paper gifts will be burned as a blessing for the deceased loved one before the body is buried (or cremated). But also during the annual Qingming (Tomb Sweeping Day) for remembrance. Through the act of burning, these gifts will be received in the parallel world.
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  • Nana Cheng, the upbeat Taipei girl and ex makeup-artist. Her followers describe her as a gift from the gods - she is the Chosen One. Although there are thousands of oracles in Taiwan, working as taxi drivers, junk dealer, or bubble tea makers, Nana Cheng may be the only clear-minded young lady embodying a rude Chinese folk hero. <br />
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Everyone attending Ji-Gong's event has an issue, and it goes beyond the understanding of modern medicine. Nana can’t assist them by herself; only once she has transformed into her master, she is enlightened enough to see the invisible. Nana acts as the negotiator, solving earthly issues with godly advice, and her followers trust that an occult hint every now and then, can’t hurt. Only a few Buddhist or Taoist temples don’t offer such a service, so they feel privileged to have a master like Ji Gong Shi-Fu right in their neighborhood. For many, it’s a lifelong task to find the right spiritual leader, as there’s a rich variety to choose from. Amongst the attendees are all sort of ordinary people, from elderly to youngsters, male and female alike, a worried mother brought her child which apparently can see the former house owner (who passed away long time ago). Others reach out to Ji Gong to bemoan their neck pain, believing in the common Oriental myth for carrying an unwanted spirit on your shoulders. Some have a stomach ache or feel unease with all matters. Ji Gong Shi-Fu’s treatment varies accordingly but often includes fumigation with incense smoke and wise words coming from the beyond. At times, barging into the patient seems to help, too. In front of the shrine, an incineration oven is busy eating up joss paper, meant to compensate for the spiritual healing, thus to pay tribute to the gods. With the healing session coming to a closure, everyone aims to get their car blessed from Ji Gong, so to prevent accidents in the future.
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  • Nana Chen, the upbeat Taipei girl and ex makeup-artist. Her followers describe her as a gift from the gods - she is the Chosen One. Although there are thousands of oracles in Taiwan, working as taxi drivers, junk dealer, or bubble tea makers, Nana Cheng may be the only clear-minded young lady embodying a rude Chinese folk hero. <br />
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Everyone attending Ji-Gong's event has an issue, and it goes beyond the understanding of modern medicine. Nana can’t assist them by herself; only once she has transformed into her master, she is enlightened enough to see the invisible. Nana acts as the negotiator, solving earthly issues with godly advice, and her followers trust that an occult hint every now and then, can’t hurt. Only a few Buddhist or Taoist temples don’t offer such a service, so they feel privileged to have a master like Ji Gong Shi-Fu right in their neighborhood. For many, it’s a lifelong task to find the right spiritual leader, as there’s a rich variety to choose from. Amongst the attendees are all sort of ordinary people, from elderly to youngsters, male and female alike, a worried mother brought her child which apparently can see the former house owner (who passed away long time ago). Others reach out to Ji Gong to bemoan their neck pain, believing in the common Oriental myth for carrying an unwanted spirit on your shoulders. Some have a stomach ache or feel unease with all matters. Ji Gong Shi-Fu’s treatment varies accordingly but often includes fumigation with incense smoke and wise words coming from the beyond. At times, barging into the patient seems to help, too. In front of the shrine, an incineration oven is busy eating up joss paper, meant to compensate for the spiritual healing, thus to pay tribute to the gods. With the healing session coming to a closure, everyone aims to get their car blessed from Ji Gong, so to prevent accidents in the future.
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  • Nana Cheng, the upbeat Taipei girl and ex makeup-artist. Her followers describe her as a gift from the gods - she is the Chosen One. Although there are thousands of oracles in Taiwan, working as taxi drivers, junk dealer, or bubble tea makers, Nana Cheng may be the only clear-minded young lady embodying a rude Chinese folk hero. <br />
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Everyone attending Ji-Gong's event has an issue, and it goes beyond the understanding of modern medicine. Nana can’t assist them by herself; only once she has transformed into her master, she is enlightened enough to see the invisible. Nana acts as the negotiator, solving earthly issues with godly advice, and her followers trust that an occult hint every now and then, can’t hurt. Only a few Buddhist or Taoist temples don’t offer such a service, so they feel privileged to have a master like Ji Gong Shi-Fu right in their neighborhood. For many, it’s a lifelong task to find the right spiritual leader, as there’s a rich variety to choose from. Amongst the attendees are all sort of ordinary people, from elderly to youngsters, male and female alike, a worried mother brought her child which apparently can see the former house owner (who passed away long time ago). Others reach out to Ji Gong to bemoan their neck pain, believing in the common Oriental myth for carrying an unwanted spirit on your shoulders. Some have a stomach ache or feel unease with all matters. Ji Gong Shi-Fu’s treatment varies accordingly but often includes fumigation with incense smoke and wise words coming from the beyond. At times, barging into the patient seems to help, too. In front of the shrine, an incineration oven is busy eating up joss paper, meant to compensate for the spiritual healing, thus to pay tribute to the gods. With the healing session coming to a closure, everyone aims to get their car blessed from Ji Gong, so to prevent accidents in the future.
    Taiwan-Nana_Cheng_alias_Ji_Gong-Heal...jpg
  • Nana Chen, the upbeat Taipei girl and ex makeup-artist. Her followers describe her as a gift from the gods - she is the Chosen One. Although there are thousands of oracles in Taiwan, working as taxi drivers, junk dealer, or bubble tea makers, Nana Cheng may be the only clear-minded young lady embodying a rude Chinese folk hero. <br />
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Everyone attending Ji-Gong's event has an issue, and it goes beyond the understanding of modern medicine. Nana can’t assist them by herself; only once she has transformed into her master, she is enlightened enough to see the invisible. Nana acts as the negotiator, solving earthly issues with godly advice, and her followers trust that an occult hint every now and then, can’t hurt. Only a few Buddhist or Taoist temples don’t offer such a service, so they feel privileged to have a master like Ji Gong Shi-Fu right in their neighborhood. For many, it’s a lifelong task to find the right spiritual leader, as there’s a rich variety to choose from. Amongst the attendees are all sort of ordinary people, from elderly to youngsters, male and female alike, a worried mother brought her child which apparently can see the former house owner (who passed away long time ago). Others reach out to Ji Gong to bemoan their neck pain, believing in the common Oriental myth for carrying an unwanted spirit on your shoulders. Some have a stomach ache or feel unease with all matters. Ji Gong Shi-Fu’s treatment varies accordingly but often includes fumigation with incense smoke and wise words coming from the beyond. At times, barging into the patient seems to help, too. In front of the shrine, an incineration oven is busy eating up joss paper, meant to compensate for the spiritual healing, thus to pay tribute to the gods. With the healing session coming to a closure, everyone aims to get their car blessed from Ji Gong, so to prevent accidents in the future.
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  • Nana Chen, the upbeat Taipei girl and ex makeup-artist. Her followers describe her as a gift from the gods - she is the Chosen One. Although there are thousands of oracles in Taiwan, working as taxi drivers, junk dealer, or bubble tea makers, Nana Cheng may be the only clear-minded young lady embodying a rude Chinese folk hero. <br />
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Everyone attending Ji-Gong's event has an issue, and it goes beyond the understanding of modern medicine. Nana can’t assist them by herself; only once she has transformed into her master, she is enlightened enough to see the invisible. Nana acts as the negotiator, solving earthly issues with godly advice, and her followers trust that an occult hint every now and then, can’t hurt. Only a few Buddhist or Taoist temples don’t offer such a service, so they feel privileged to have a master like Ji Gong Shi-Fu right in their neighborhood. For many, it’s a lifelong task to find the right spiritual leader, as there’s a rich variety to choose from. Amongst the attendees are all sort of ordinary people, from elderly to youngsters, male and female alike, a worried mother brought her child which apparently can see the former house owner (who passed away long time ago). Others reach out to Ji Gong to bemoan their neck pain, believing in the common Oriental myth for carrying an unwanted spirit on your shoulders. Some have a stomach ache or feel unease with all matters. Ji Gong Shi-Fu’s treatment varies accordingly but often includes fumigation with incense smoke and wise words coming from the beyond. At times, barging into the patient seems to help, too. In front of the shrine, an incineration oven is busy eating up joss paper, meant to compensate for the spiritual healing, thus to pay tribute to the gods. With the healing session coming to a closure, everyone aims to get their car blessed from Ji Gong, so to prevent accidents in the future.
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  • In front of the shrine, an incineration oven is busy eating up joss paper, meant to compensate for the spiritual healing, thus to pay tribute to the gods.
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  • In front of the shrine, an incineration oven is busy eating up joss paper, meant to compensate for the spiritual healing, thus to pay tribute to the gods.
    Taiwan-Nana_Cheng_alias_Ji_Gong-Heal...jpg
  • In front of the shrine, an incineration oven is busy eating up joss paper, meant to compensate for the spiritual healing, thus to pay tribute to the gods.
    Taiwan-Nana_Cheng_alias_Ji_Gong-Heal...jpg
  • In front of the shrine, an incineration oven is busy eating up joss paper, meant to compensate for the spiritual healing, thus to pay tribute to the gods.
    Taiwan-Nana_Cheng_alias_Ji_Gong-Heal...jpg
  • In front of the shrine, an incineration oven is busy eating up joss paper, meant to compensate for the spiritual healing, thus to pay tribute to the gods.
    Taiwan-Nana_Cheng_alias_Ji_Gong-Heal...jpg
  • In front of the shrine, an incineration oven is busy eating up joss paper, meant to compensate for the spiritual healing, thus to pay tribute to the gods.
    Taiwan-Nana_Cheng_alias_Ji_Gong-Heal...jpg
  • In front of the shrine, an incineration oven is busy eating up joss paper, meant to compensate for the spiritual healing, thus to pay tribute to the gods.
    Taiwan-Nana_Cheng_alias_Ji_Gong-Heal...jpg
  • In front of the shrine, an incineration oven is busy eating up joss paper, meant to compensate for the spiritual healing, thus to pay tribute to the gods.
    Taiwan-Nana_Cheng_alias_Ji_Gong-Heal...jpg
  • In front of the shrine, an incineration oven is busy eating up joss paper, meant to compensate for the spiritual healing, thus to pay tribute to the gods.
    Taiwan-Nana_Cheng_alias_Ji_Gong-Heal...jpg
  • Nana Cheng, the upbeat Taipei girl and ex makeup-artist. Her followers describe her as a gift from the gods - she is the Chosen One. Although there are thousands of oracles in Taiwan, working as taxi drivers, junk dealer, or bubble tea makers, Nana Cheng may be the only clear-minded young lady embodying a rude Chinese folk hero. <br />
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Everyone attending Ji-Gong's event has an issue, and it goes beyond the understanding of modern medicine. Nana can’t assist them by herself; only once she has transformed into her master, she is enlightened enough to see the invisible. Nana acts as the negotiator, solving earthly issues with godly advice, and her followers trust that an occult hint every now and then, can’t hurt. Only a few Buddhist or Taoist temples don’t offer such a service, so they feel privileged to have a master like Ji Gong Shi-Fu right in their neighborhood. For many, it’s a lifelong task to find the right spiritual leader, as there’s a rich variety to choose from. Amongst the attendees are all sort of ordinary people, from elderly to youngsters, male and female alike, a worried mother brought her child which apparently can see the former house owner (who passed away long time ago). Others reach out to Ji Gong to bemoan their neck pain, believing in the common Oriental myth for carrying an unwanted spirit on your shoulders. Some have a stomach ache or feel unease with all matters. Ji Gong Shi-Fu’s treatment varies accordingly but often includes fumigation with incense smoke and wise words coming from the beyond. At times, barging into the patient seems to help, too. In front of the shrine, an incineration oven is busy eating up joss paper, meant to compensate for the spiritual healing, thus to pay tribute to the gods. With the healing session coming to a closure, everyone aims to get their car blessed from Ji Gong, so to prevent accidents in the future.
    Taiwan-Nana_Cheng_alias_Ji_Gong-Heal...jpg
  • Nana Cheng, the upbeat Taipei girl and ex makeup-artist. Her followers describe her as a gift from the gods - she is the Chosen One. Although there are thousands of oracles in Taiwan, working as taxi drivers, junk dealer, or bubble tea makers, Nana Cheng may be the only clear-minded young lady embodying a rude Chinese folk hero. <br />
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Everyone attending Ji-Gong's event has an issue, and it goes beyond the understanding of modern medicine. Nana can’t assist them by herself; only once she has transformed into her master, she is enlightened enough to see the invisible. Nana acts as the negotiator, solving earthly issues with godly advice, and her followers trust that an occult hint every now and then, can’t hurt. Only a few Buddhist or Taoist temples don’t offer such a service, so they feel privileged to have a master like Ji Gong Shi-Fu right in their neighborhood. For many, it’s a lifelong task to find the right spiritual leader, as there’s a rich variety to choose from. Amongst the attendees are all sort of ordinary people, from elderly to youngsters, male and female alike, a worried mother brought her child which apparently can see the former house owner (who passed away long time ago). Others reach out to Ji Gong to bemoan their neck pain, believing in the common Oriental myth for carrying an unwanted spirit on your shoulders. Some have a stomach ache or feel unease with all matters. Ji Gong Shi-Fu’s treatment varies accordingly but often includes fumigation with incense smoke and wise words coming from the beyond. At times, barging into the patient seems to help, too. In front of the shrine, an incineration oven is busy eating up joss paper, meant to compensate for the spiritual healing, thus to pay tribute to the gods. With the healing session coming to a closure, everyone aims to get their car blessed from Ji Gong, so to prevent accidents in the future.
    Taiwan-Nana_Cheng_alias_Ji_Gong-Heal...jpg
  • Nana Cheng, the upbeat Taipei girl and ex makeup-artist. Her followers describe her as a gift from the gods - she is the Chosen One. Although there are thousands of oracles in Taiwan, working as taxi drivers, junk dealer, or bubble tea makers, Nana Cheng may be the only clear-minded young lady embodying a rude Chinese folk hero. <br />
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Everyone attending Ji-Gong's event has an issue, and it goes beyond the understanding of modern medicine. Nana can’t assist them by herself; only once she has transformed into her master, she is enlightened enough to see the invisible. Nana acts as the negotiator, solving earthly issues with godly advice, and her followers trust that an occult hint every now and then, can’t hurt. Only a few Buddhist or Taoist temples don’t offer such a service, so they feel privileged to have a master like Ji Gong Shi-Fu right in their neighborhood. For many, it’s a lifelong task to find the right spiritual leader, as there’s a rich variety to choose from. Amongst the attendees are all sort of ordinary people, from elderly to youngsters, male and female alike, a worried mother brought her child which apparently can see the former house owner (who passed away long time ago). Others reach out to Ji Gong to bemoan their neck pain, believing in the common Oriental myth for carrying an unwanted spirit on your shoulders. Some have a stomach ache or feel unease with all matters. Ji Gong Shi-Fu’s treatment varies accordingly but often includes fumigation with incense smoke and wise words coming from the beyond. At times, barging into the patient seems to help, too. In front of the shrine, an incineration oven is busy eating up joss paper, meant to compensate for the spiritual healing, thus to pay tribute to the gods. With the healing session coming to a closure, everyone aims to get their car blessed from Ji Gong, so to prevent accidents in the future.
    Taiwan-Nana_Cheng_alias_Ji_Gong-Heal...jpg
  • Nana Cheng, the upbeat Taipei girl and ex makeup-artist. Her followers describe her as a gift from the gods - she is the Chosen One. Although there are thousands of oracles in Taiwan, working as taxi drivers, junk dealer, or bubble tea makers, Nana Cheng may be the only clear-minded young lady embodying a rude Chinese folk hero. <br />
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Everyone attending Ji-Gong's event has an issue, and it goes beyond the understanding of modern medicine. Nana can’t assist them by herself; only once she has transformed into her master, she is enlightened enough to see the invisible. Nana acts as the negotiator, solving earthly issues with godly advice, and her followers trust that an occult hint every now and then, can’t hurt. Only a few Buddhist or Taoist temples don’t offer such a service, so they feel privileged to have a master like Ji Gong Shi-Fu right in their neighborhood. For many, it’s a lifelong task to find the right spiritual leader, as there’s a rich variety to choose from. Amongst the attendees are all sort of ordinary people, from elderly to youngsters, male and female alike, a worried mother brought her child which apparently can see the former house owner (who passed away long time ago). Others reach out to Ji Gong to bemoan their neck pain, believing in the common Oriental myth for carrying an unwanted spirit on your shoulders. Some have a stomach ache or feel unease with all matters. Ji Gong Shi-Fu’s treatment varies accordingly but often includes fumigation with incense smoke and wise words coming from the beyond. At times, barging into the patient seems to help, too. In front of the shrine, an incineration oven is busy eating up joss paper, meant to compensate for the spiritual healing, thus to pay tribute to the gods. With the healing session coming to a closure, everyone aims to get their car blessed from Ji Gong, so to prevent accidents in the future.
    Taiwan-Nana_Cheng_alias_Ji_Gong-Heal...jpg
  • Nana Cheng, the upbeat Taipei girl and ex makeup-artist. Her followers describe her as a gift from the gods - she is the Chosen One. Although there are thousands of oracles in Taiwan, working as taxi drivers, junk dealer, or bubble tea makers, Nana Cheng may be the only clear-minded young lady embodying a rude Chinese folk hero. <br />
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Everyone attending Ji-Gong's event has an issue, and it goes beyond the understanding of modern medicine. Nana can’t assist them by herself; only once she has transformed into her master, she is enlightened enough to see the invisible. Nana acts as the negotiator, solving earthly issues with godly advice, and her followers trust that an occult hint every now and then, can’t hurt. Only a few Buddhist or Taoist temples don’t offer such a service, so they feel privileged to have a master like Ji Gong Shi-Fu right in their neighborhood. For many, it’s a lifelong task to find the right spiritual leader, as there’s a rich variety to choose from. Amongst the attendees are all sort of ordinary people, from elderly to youngsters, male and female alike, a worried mother brought her child which apparently can see the former house owner (who passed away long time ago). Others reach out to Ji Gong to bemoan their neck pain, believing in the common Oriental myth for carrying an unwanted spirit on your shoulders. Some have a stomach ache or feel unease with all matters. Ji Gong Shi-Fu’s treatment varies accordingly but often includes fumigation with incense smoke and wise words coming from the beyond. At times, barging into the patient seems to help, too. In front of the shrine, an incineration oven is busy eating up joss paper, meant to compensate for the spiritual healing, thus to pay tribute to the gods. With the healing session coming to a closure, everyone aims to get their car blessed from Ji Gong, so to prevent accidents in the future.
    Taiwan-Nana_Cheng_alias_Ji_Gong-Heal...jpg
  • Across the global Chinese diaspora, burning paper offerings (joss paper) is meant to send ancestors, ghosts or gods gifts that they can use in the afterlife (elysium). Recently, traditional paper replicas of currencies, crafted bamboo paper with gold or silver layers have given way to modern items like paper electronic devices (phones/ tablets/ computers) washing machines, cars, tvs et cetera. There’s also passports with destination to ’heaven’, imitations of credit cards or membership cards for ’Star Cups’. In designated shops, devotees may even purchase fake McDonald’s products (well, even the whole McDonald’s outlet), cardboard snacks, papery cigarettes (the brand grandpa liked most), or spirits like Rémy Matrin or Hsnenesy Cognac. Usually these paper gifts will be burned as a blessing for the deceased loved one before the body is buried (or cremated). But also during the annual Qingming (Tomb Sweeping Day) for remembrance. Through the act of burning, these gifts will be received in the parallel world.
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  • Across the global Chinese diaspora, burning paper offerings (joss paper) is meant to send ancestors, ghosts or gods gifts that they can use in the afterlife (elysium). Recently, traditional paper replicas of currencies, crafted bamboo paper with gold or silver layers have given way to modern items like paper electronic devices (phones/ tablets/ computers) washing machines, cars, tvs et cetera. There’s also passports with destination to ’heaven’, imitations of credit cards or membership cards for ’Star Cups’. In designated shops, devotees may even purchase fake McDonald’s products (well, even the whole McDonald’s outlet), cardboard snacks, papery cigarettes (the brand grandpa liked most), or spirits like Rémy Matrin or Hsnenesy Cognac. Usually these paper gifts will be burned as a blessing for the deceased loved one before the body is buried (or cremated). But also during the annual Qingming (Tomb Sweeping Day) for remembrance. Through the act of burning, these gifts will be received in the parallel world.
    Taiwan-Taipei-Paper_Gifts-8.jpg
  • Across the global Chinese diaspora, burning paper offerings (joss paper) is meant to send ancestors, ghosts or gods gifts that they can use in the afterlife (elysium). Recently, traditional paper replicas of currencies, crafted bamboo paper with gold or silver layers have given way to modern items like paper electronic devices (phones/ tablets/ computers) washing machines, cars, tvs et cetera. There’s also passports with destination to ’heaven’, imitations of credit cards or membership cards for ’Star Cups’. In designated shops, devotees may even purchase fake McDonald’s products (well, even the whole McDonald’s outlet), cardboard snacks, papery cigarettes (the brand grandpa liked most), or spirits like Rémy Matrin or Hsnenesy Cognac. Usually these paper gifts will be burned as a blessing for the deceased loved one before the body is buried (or cremated). But also during the annual Qingming (Tomb Sweeping Day) for remembrance. Through the act of burning, these gifts will be received in the parallel world.
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  • In one of Taipei's funeral parlors, offerings for the recently deceased are displayed. The mourners offer fruits, food, beer or other beverage, snacks and hell money (joss paper) for their deceased loved ones. As the people believe in afterlife and reincarnations, they trust that the souls of the departed still need to be taken care of. From the day of death onwards, the mourners will hold a bimonthly Baibai at home to pay tribute to the deceased, where they will offer food and joss paper to the spirits.<br />
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The deceased receive blessing in form of something they've loved most.
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  • In one of Taipei's funeral parlors, offerings for the recently deceased are displayed. The mourners offer fruits, food, beer or other beverage, snacks and hell money (joss paper) for their deceased loved ones. As the people believe in afterlife and reincarnations, they trust that the souls of the departed still need to be taken care of. From the day of death onwards, the mourners will hold a bimonthly Baibai at home to pay tribute to the deceased, where they will offer food and joss paper to the spirits.<br />
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The deceased receive blessing in form of something they've loved most.
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  • Pudu (Universal Salvation), Sanxia - near Taipei<br />
> Temple Pudu, hosted by Nana Chen alias Ji Gong Shi-Fu (the buddhist folk hero) who now possess her body to engage in worldly affairs. <br />
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Let’s assume ghosts do exist, they must all have gathered here in Sanxia today, as Nana’s team has just outclassed the services of a major charity catering. To be frank, this feast could cater easily for a whole army of hungry spirits, including all their ghostly pets. There's even a feeding section for animal spirits with some miniature paper spa imitations for not yet reincarnated dog and cat spirits. Toddler spirits can enjoy themselves too, asides from a wide array of sweets, porridge, juice, and cereals, they'll receive all sorts of fun stuff like a ukulele and a passenger jet crafted with paper mâché. This year they also crafted two huge ships, too. These, together with the piles of hell money for the adult spirits, will be cremated later on. Unlike the smaller ’messages’, such major burns have been relocated to proper incinerators. Ghost Month was recently nicknamed National Pollution Month, because of the amount of ash generated by people burning gifts to send to the dead. Especially the urban territories of the island are now enforcing new laws to meet all criteria of 'eco-friendly ghost worshiping'. Commonly, all the food will be going either to the participants and the local orphanage, just after the ghosts have taken their share.
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  • Pudu (Universal Salvation), Sanxia - near Taipei<br />
> Temple Pudu, hosted by Nana Chen alias Ji Gong Shi-Fu (the buddhist folk hero) who now possess her body to engage in worldly affairs. <br />
<br />
Let’s assume ghosts do exist, they must all have gathered here in Sanxia today, as Nana’s team has just outclassed the services of a major charity catering. To be frank, this feast could cater easily for a whole army of hungry spirits, including all their ghostly pets. There's even a feeding section for animal spirits with some miniature paper spa imitations for not yet reincarnated dog and cat spirits. Toddler spirits can enjoy themselves too, asides from a wide array of sweets, porridge, juice, and cereals, they'll receive all sorts of fun stuff like a ukulele and a passenger jet crafted with paper mâché. This year they also crafted two huge ships, too. These, together with the piles of hell money for the adult spirits, will be cremated later on. Unlike the smaller ’messages’, such major burns have been relocated to proper incinerators. Ghost Month was recently nicknamed National Pollution Month, because of the amount of ash generated by people burning gifts to send to the dead. Especially the urban territories of the island are now enforcing new laws to meet all criteria of 'eco-friendly ghost worshiping'. Commonly, all the food will be going either to the participants and the local orphanage, just after the ghosts have taken their share.
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  • Pudu (Universal Salvation), Sanxia - near Taipei<br />
> Temple Pudu, hosted by Nana Chen alias Ji Gong Shi-Fu (the buddhist folk hero) who now possess her body to engage in worldly affairs. <br />
<br />
Let’s assume ghosts do exist, they must all have gathered here in Sanxia today, as Nana’s team has just outclassed the services of a major charity catering. To be frank, this feast could cater easily for a whole army of hungry spirits, including all their ghostly pets. There's even a feeding section for animal spirits with some miniature paper spa imitations for not yet reincarnated dog and cat spirits. Toddler spirits can enjoy themselves too, asides from a wide array of sweets, porridge, juice, and cereals, they'll receive all sorts of fun stuff like a ukulele and a passenger jet crafted with paper mâché. This year they also crafted two huge ships, too. These, together with the piles of hell money for the adult spirits, will be cremated later on. Unlike the smaller ’messages’, such major burns have been relocated to proper incinerators. Ghost Month was recently nicknamed National Pollution Month, because of the amount of ash generated by people burning gifts to send to the dead. Especially the urban territories of the island are now enforcing new laws to meet all criteria of 'eco-friendly ghost worshiping'. Commonly, all the food will be going either to the participants and the local orphanage, just after the ghosts have taken their share.
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  • Master Du Zhen Hao. Hairdresser and self-taught artist who preserves the local folk art of Keelung's floating lanters. During Ghost Month, his, and other artwork will be set on fire at Keelung bay and released to the sea to worship the ancestors who lost their lifes offshore. <br />
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Taiwan's youngest artist to craft such lanterns shoulders great responsibility. Not only has he committed himself to preserve Keelung's folk art of 'floating lanterns', but he also needs to ensure, that his clan, the spectators, and the eventually the ghosts are pleased.
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  • Pudu (Universal Salvation), Sanxia - near Taipei<br />
> Temple Pudu, hosted by Nana Chen alias Ji Gong Shi-Fu (the buddhist folk hero) who will possess her body later on to engage in worldly affairs. <br />
<br />
Let’s assume ghosts do exist, they must all have gathered here in Sanxia today, as Nana’s team has just outclassed the services of a major charity catering. To be frank, this feast could cater easily for a whole army of hungry spirits, including all their ghostly pets. There's even a feeding section for animal spirits with some miniature paper spa imitations for not yet reincarnated dog and cat spirits. Toddler spirits can enjoy themselves too, asides from a wide array of sweets, porridge, juice, and cereals, they'll receive all sorts of fun stuff like a ukulele and a passenger jet crafted with paper mâché. These, together with the piles of hell money for the adult spirits, will be cremated later on. Unlike the smaller ’messages’, such major burns have been relocated to proper incinerators. Ghost Month was recently nicknamed National Pollution Month, because of the amount of ash generated by people burning gifts to send to the dead. Especially the urban territories of the island are now enforcing new laws to meet all criteria of 'eco-friendly ghost worshiping'. Commonly, all the food will be going either to the participants and the local orphanage, just after the ghosts have taken their share.
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  • Pudu (Universal Salvation), Sanxia - near Taipei<br />
> Temple Pudu, hosted by Nana Chen alias Ji Gong Shi-Fu (the buddhist folk hero) who will possess her body later on to engage in worldly affairs. <br />
<br />
Let’s assume ghosts do exist, they must all have gathered here in Sanxia today, as Nana’s team has just outclassed the services of a major charity catering. To be frank, this feast could cater easily for a whole army of hungry spirits, including all their ghostly pets. There's even a feeding section for animal spirits with some miniature paper spa imitations for not yet reincarnated dog and cat spirits. Toddler spirits can enjoy themselves too, asides from a wide array of sweets, porridge, juice, and cereals, they'll receive all sorts of fun stuff like a ukulele and a passenger jet crafted with paper mâché. These, together with the piles of hell money for the adult spirits, will be cremated later on. Unlike the smaller ’messages’, such major burns have been relocated to proper incinerators. Ghost Month was recently nicknamed National Pollution Month, because of the amount of ash generated by people burning gifts to send to the dead. Especially the urban territories of the island are now enforcing new laws to meet all criteria of 'eco-friendly ghost worshiping'. Commonly, all the food will be going either to the participants and the local orphanage, just after the ghosts have taken their share.
    Taiwan-Sanxia_PUDU_with_Jigong-4.jpg
  • Pudu (Universal Salvation), Sanxia - near Taipei<br />
> Temple Pudu, hosted by Nana Chen alias Ji Gong Shi-Fu (the buddhist folk hero) who will possess her body later on to engage in worldly affairs. <br />
<br />
Let’s assume ghosts do exist, they must all have gathered here in Sanxia today, as Nana’s team has just outclassed the services of a major charity catering. To be frank, this feast could cater easily for a whole army of hungry spirits, including all their ghostly pets. There's even a feeding section for animal spirits with some miniature paper spa imitations for not yet reincarnated dog and cat spirits. Toddler spirits can enjoy themselves too, asides from a wide array of sweets, porridge, juice, and cereals, they'll receive all sorts of fun stuff like a ukulele and a passenger jet crafted with paper mâché. These, together with the piles of hell money for the adult spirits, will be cremated later on. Unlike the smaller ’messages’, such major burns have been relocated to proper incinerators. Ghost Month was recently nicknamed National Pollution Month, because of the amount of ash generated by people burning gifts to send to the dead. Especially the urban territories of the island are now enforcing new laws to meet all criteria of 'eco-friendly ghost worshiping'. Commonly, all the food will be going either to the participants and the local orphanage, just after the ghosts have taken their share.
    Taiwan-Sanxia_PUDU_with_Jigong-8.jpg
  • Pudu (Universal Salvation), Sanxia - near Taipei<br />
> Temple Pudu, hosted by Nana Chen alias Ji Gong Shi-Fu (the buddhist folk hero) who will possess her body later on to engage in worldly affairs. <br />
<br />
Let’s assume ghosts do exist, they must all have gathered here in Sanxia today, as Nana’s team has just outclassed the services of a major charity catering. To be frank, this feast could cater easily for a whole army of hungry spirits, including all their ghostly pets. There's even a feeding section for animal spirits with some miniature paper spa imitations for not yet reincarnated dog and cat spirits. Toddler spirits can enjoy themselves too, asides from a wide array of sweets, porridge, juice, and cereals, they'll receive all sorts of fun stuff like a ukulele and a passenger jet crafted with paper mâché. These, together with the piles of hell money for the adult spirits, will be cremated later on. Unlike the smaller ’messages’, such major burns have been relocated to proper incinerators. Ghost Month was recently nicknamed National Pollution Month, because of the amount of ash generated by people burning gifts to send to the dead. Especially the urban territories of the island are now enforcing new laws to meet all criteria of 'eco-friendly ghost worshiping'. Commonly, all the food will be going either to the participants and the local orphanage, just after the ghosts have taken their share.
    Taiwan-Sanxia_PUDU_with_Jigong-10.jpg
  • Pudu (Universal Salvation), Sanxia - near Taipei<br />
> Temple Pudu, hosted by Nana Chen alias Ji Gong Shi-Fu (the buddhist folk hero) who will possess her body later on to engage in worldly affairs. <br />
<br />
Let’s assume ghosts do exist, they must all have gathered here in Sanxia today, as Nana’s team has just outclassed the services of a major charity catering. To be frank, this feast could cater easily for a whole army of hungry spirits, including all their ghostly pets. There's even a feeding section for animal spirits with some miniature paper spa imitations for not yet reincarnated dog and cat spirits. Toddler spirits can enjoy themselves too, asides from a wide array of sweets, porridge, juice, and cereals, they'll receive all sorts of fun stuff like a ukulele and a passenger jet crafted with paper mâché. These, together with the piles of hell money for the adult spirits, will be cremated later on. Unlike the smaller ’messages’, such major burns have been relocated to proper incinerators. Ghost Month was recently nicknamed National Pollution Month, because of the amount of ash generated by people burning gifts to send to the dead. Especially the urban territories of the island are now enforcing new laws to meet all criteria of 'eco-friendly ghost worshiping'. Commonly, all the food will be going either to the participants and the local orphanage, just after the ghosts have taken their share.
    Taiwan-Sanxia_PUDU_with_Jigong-11.jpg
  • Pudu (Universal Salvation), Sanxia - near Taipei<br />
> Temple Pudu, hosted by Nana Chen alias Ji Gong Shi-Fu (the buddhist folk hero) who will possess her body later on to engage in worldly affairs. <br />
<br />
Let’s assume ghosts do exist, they must all have gathered here in Sanxia today, as Nana’s team has just outclassed the services of a major charity catering. To be frank, this feast could cater easily for a whole army of hungry spirits, including all their ghostly pets. There's even a feeding section for animal spirits with some miniature paper spa imitations for not yet reincarnated dog and cat spirits. Toddler spirits can enjoy themselves too, asides from a wide array of sweets, porridge, juice, and cereals, they'll receive all sorts of fun stuff like a ukulele and a passenger jet crafted with paper mâché. These, together with the piles of hell money for the adult spirits, will be cremated later on. Unlike the smaller ’messages’, such major burns have been relocated to proper incinerators. Ghost Month was recently nicknamed National Pollution Month, because of the amount of ash generated by people burning gifts to send to the dead. Especially the urban territories of the island are now enforcing new laws to meet all criteria of 'eco-friendly ghost worshiping'. Commonly, all the food will be going either to the participants and the local orphanage, just after the ghosts have taken their share.
    Taiwan-Sanxia_PUDU_with_Jigong-13.jpg
  • Pudu (Universal Salvation), Sanxia - near Taipei<br />
> Temple Pudu, hosted by Nana Chen alias Ji Gong Shi-Fu (the buddhist folk hero) who will possess her body later on to engage in worldly affairs. <br />
<br />
Let’s assume ghosts do exist, they must all have gathered here in Sanxia today, as Nana’s team has just outclassed the services of a major charity catering. To be frank, this feast could cater easily for a whole army of hungry spirits, including all their ghostly pets. There's even a feeding section for animal spirits with some miniature paper spa imitations for not yet reincarnated dog and cat spirits. Toddler spirits can enjoy themselves too, asides from a wide array of sweets, porridge, juice, and cereals, they'll receive all sorts of fun stuff like a ukulele and a passenger jet crafted with paper mâché. These, together with the piles of hell money for the adult spirits, will be cremated later on. Unlike the smaller ’messages’, such major burns have been relocated to proper incinerators. Ghost Month was recently nicknamed National Pollution Month, because of the amount of ash generated by people burning gifts to send to the dead. Especially the urban territories of the island are now enforcing new laws to meet all criteria of 'eco-friendly ghost worshiping'. Commonly, all the food will be going either to the participants and the local orphanage, just after the ghosts have taken their share.
    Taiwan-Sanxia_PUDU_with_Jigong-17.jpg
  • Pudu (Universal Salvation), Sanxia - near Taipei<br />
> Temple Pudu, hosted by Nana Chen alias Ji Gong Shi-Fu (the buddhist folk hero) who will possess her body later on to engage in worldly affairs. <br />
<br />
Let’s assume ghosts do exist, they must all have gathered here in Sanxia today, as Nana’s team has just outclassed the services of a major charity catering. To be frank, this feast could cater easily for a whole army of hungry spirits, including all their ghostly pets. There's even a feeding section for animal spirits with some miniature paper spa imitations for not yet reincarnated dog and cat spirits. Toddler spirits can enjoy themselves too, asides from a wide array of sweets, porridge, juice, and cereals, they'll receive all sorts of fun stuff like a ukulele and a passenger jet crafted with paper mâché. These, together with the piles of hell money for the adult spirits, will be cremated later on. Unlike the smaller ’messages’, such major burns have been relocated to proper incinerators. Ghost Month was recently nicknamed National Pollution Month, because of the amount of ash generated by people burning gifts to send to the dead. Especially the urban territories of the island are now enforcing new laws to meet all criteria of 'eco-friendly ghost worshiping'. Commonly, all the food will be going either to the participants and the local orphanage, just after the ghosts have taken their share.
    Taiwan-Sanxia_PUDU_with_Jigong-16.jpg
  • Pudu (Universal Salvation), Sanxia - near Taipei<br />
> Temple Pudu, hosted by Nana Chen alias Ji Gong Shi-Fu (the buddhist folk hero) who will possess her body later on to engage in worldly affairs. <br />
<br />
Let’s assume ghosts do exist, they must all have gathered here in Sanxia today, as Nana’s team has just outclassed the services of a major charity catering. To be frank, this feast could cater easily for a whole army of hungry spirits, including all their ghostly pets. There's even a feeding section for animal spirits with some miniature paper spa imitations for not yet reincarnated dog and cat spirits. Toddler spirits can enjoy themselves too, asides from a wide array of sweets, porridge, juice, and cereals, they'll receive all sorts of fun stuff like a ukulele and a passenger jet crafted with paper mâché. These, together with the piles of hell money for the adult spirits, will be cremated later on. Unlike the smaller ’messages’, such major burns have been relocated to proper incinerators. Ghost Month was recently nicknamed National Pollution Month, because of the amount of ash generated by people burning gifts to send to the dead. Especially the urban territories of the island are now enforcing new laws to meet all criteria of 'eco-friendly ghost worshiping'. Commonly, all the food will be going either to the participants and the local orphanage, just after the ghosts have taken their share.
    Taiwan-Sanxia_PUDU_with_Jigong-18.jpg
  • Chiayi, one day after Ghost Month, ghost dancers and protectors are ready to take the roaming ghosts in who dared to stick around after the 'gates of hell' have been closed. As the dancers, troups and 'ghostbusters' roam the city, many use the occassion to lay out their offerings and pray (mostly for protection and good fortune)<br />
<br />
This event is about the Shi Jia Jiang (patroling figures). Every July in the lunar calendar, the ceremonies hold to honor Cheng Huang God in Chiayi are amongst the most characteristic religious rituals in Taiwan. Assuming that, after all, there are still some 'brothers and sister' on the loose, the city of Chiayi on Taiwans western shorelines is well prepared to finally banish those ghostly rebels from the realm of the living. On the first day following ghost month, they release the Ba Jia Jiang (the incarnations of the 'Eight Infernal Generals') who succesfully performed exorcism of evil spirits for the emperors back in the days. Today they're revered as the gods of the underworld, representing the bodyguards for Cheng Huang (City Gods) temples.
    Taiwan-Chiayi_Cheng_Huang_God_Patrol...jpg
  • Chiayi, one day after Ghost Month, ghost dancers and protectors are ready to take the roaming ghosts in who dared to stick around after the 'gates of hell' have been closed. As the dancers, troups and 'ghostbusters' roam the city, many use the occassion to lay out their offerings and pray (mostly for protection and good fortune)<br />
<br />
This event is about the Shi Jia Jiang (patroling figures). Every July in the lunar calendar, the ceremonies hold to honor Cheng Huang God in Chiayi are amongst the most characteristic religious rituals in Taiwan. Assuming that, after all, there are still some 'brothers and sister' on the loose, the city of Chiayi on Taiwans western shorelines is well prepared to finally banish those ghostly rebels from the realm of the living. On the first day following ghost month, they release the Ba Jia Jiang (the incarnations of the 'Eight Infernal Generals') who succesfully performed exorcism of evil spirits for the emperors back in the days. Today they're revered as the gods of the underworld, representing the bodyguards for Cheng Huang (City Gods) temples.
    Taiwan-Chiayi_Cheng_Huang_God_Patrol...jpg
  • Pudu (Universal Salvation), Sanxia - near Taipei<br />
> Temple Pudu, hosted by Nana Chen alias Ji Gong Shi-Fu (the buddhist folk hero) who will possess her body later on to engage in worldly affairs. <br />
<br />
Let’s assume ghosts do exist, they must all have gathered here in Sanxia today, as Nana’s team has just outclassed the services of a major charity catering. To be frank, this feast could cater easily for a whole army of hungry spirits, including all their ghostly pets. There's even a feeding section for animal spirits with some miniature paper spa imitations for not yet reincarnated dog and cat spirits. Toddler spirits can enjoy themselves too, asides from a wide array of sweets, porridge, juice, and cereals, they'll receive all sorts of fun stuff like a ukulele and a passenger jet crafted with paper mâché. These, together with the piles of hell money for the adult spirits, will be cremated later on. Unlike the smaller ’messages’, such major burns have been relocated to proper incinerators. Ghost Month was recently nicknamed National Pollution Month, because of the amount of ash generated by people burning gifts to send to the dead. Especially the urban territories of the island are now enforcing new laws to meet all criteria of 'eco-friendly ghost worshiping'. Commonly, all the food will be going either to the participants and the local orphanage, just after the ghosts have taken their share.
    Taiwan-Sanxia_PUDU_with_Jigong-37.jpg
  • Chiayi, one day after Ghost Month, ghost dancers and protectors are ready to take the roaming ghosts in who dared to stick around after the 'gates of hell' have been closed. As the dancers, troups and 'ghostbusters' roam the city, many use the occassion to lay out their offerings and pray (mostly for protection and good fortune)<br />
<br />
This event is about the Shi Jia Jiang (patroling figures). Every July in the lunar calendar, the ceremonies hold to honor Cheng Huang God in Chiayi are amongst the most characteristic religious rituals in Taiwan. Assuming that, after all, there are still some 'brothers and sister' on the loose, the city of Chiayi on Taiwans western shorelines is well prepared to finally banish those ghostly rebels from the realm of the living. On the first day following ghost month, they release the Ba Jia Jiang (the incarnations of the 'Eight Infernal Generals') who succesfully performed exorcism of evil spirits for the emperors back in the days. Today they're revered as the gods of the underworld, representing the bodyguards for Cheng Huang (City Gods) temples.
    Taiwan-Chiayi_Cheng_Huang_God_Patrol...jpg
  • Pudu (Universal Salvation), Sanxia - near Taipei<br />
> Temple Pudu, hosted by Nana Chen alias Ji Gong Shi-Fu (the buddhist folk hero) who will possess her body later on to engage in worldly affairs. <br />
<br />
Let’s assume ghosts do exist, they must all have gathered here in Sanxia today, as Nana’s team has just outclassed the services of a major charity catering. To be frank, this feast could cater easily for a whole army of hungry spirits, including all their ghostly pets. There's even a feeding section for animal spirits with some miniature paper spa imitations for not yet reincarnated dog and cat spirits. Toddler spirits can enjoy themselves too, asides from a wide array of sweets, porridge, juice, and cereals, they'll receive all sorts of fun stuff like a ukulele and a passenger jet crafted with paper mâché. These, together with the piles of hell money for the adult spirits, will be cremated later on. Unlike the smaller ’messages’, such major burns have been relocated to proper incinerators. Ghost Month was recently nicknamed National Pollution Month, because of the amount of ash generated by people burning gifts to send to the dead. Especially the urban territories of the island are now enforcing new laws to meet all criteria of 'eco-friendly ghost worshiping'. Commonly, all the food will be going either to the participants and the local orphanage, just after the ghosts have taken their share.
    Taiwan-Sanxia_PUDU_with_Jigong-42.jpg
  • Pudu (Universal Salvation), Sanxia - near Taipei<br />
> Temple Pudu, hosted by Nana Chen alias Ji Gong Shi-Fu (the buddhist folk hero) who will possess her body later on to engage in worldly affairs. <br />
<br />
Let’s assume ghosts do exist, they must all have gathered here in Sanxia today, as Nana’s team has just outclassed the services of a major charity catering. To be frank, this feast could cater easily for a whole army of hungry spirits, including all their ghostly pets. There's even a feeding section for animal spirits with some miniature paper spa imitations for not yet reincarnated dog and cat spirits. Toddler spirits can enjoy themselves too, asides from a wide array of sweets, porridge, juice, and cereals, they'll receive all sorts of fun stuff like a ukulele and a passenger jet crafted with paper mâché. These, together with the piles of hell money for the adult spirits, will be cremated later on. Unlike the smaller ’messages’, such major burns have been relocated to proper incinerators. Ghost Month was recently nicknamed National Pollution Month, because of the amount of ash generated by people burning gifts to send to the dead. Especially the urban territories of the island are now enforcing new laws to meet all criteria of 'eco-friendly ghost worshiping'. Commonly, all the food will be going either to the participants and the local orphanage, just after the ghosts have taken their share.
    Taiwan-Sanxia_PUDU_with_Jigong-51.jpg
  • Pudu (Universal Salvation), Sanxia - near Taipei<br />
> Temple Pudu, hosted by Nana Chen alias Ji Gong Shi-Fu (the buddhist folk hero) who will possess her body later on to engage in worldly affairs. <br />
<br />
Let’s assume ghosts do exist, they must all have gathered here in Sanxia today, as Nana’s team has just outclassed the services of a major charity catering. To be frank, this feast could cater easily for a whole army of hungry spirits, including all their ghostly pets. There's even a feeding section for animal spirits with some miniature paper spa imitations for not yet reincarnated dog and cat spirits. Toddler spirits can enjoy themselves too, asides from a wide array of sweets, porridge, juice, and cereals, they'll receive all sorts of fun stuff like a ukulele and a passenger jet crafted with paper mâché. These, together with the piles of hell money for the adult spirits, will be cremated later on. Unlike the smaller ’messages’, such major burns have been relocated to proper incinerators. Ghost Month was recently nicknamed National Pollution Month, because of the amount of ash generated by people burning gifts to send to the dead. Especially the urban territories of the island are now enforcing new laws to meet all criteria of 'eco-friendly ghost worshiping'. Commonly, all the food will be going either to the participants and the local orphanage, just after the ghosts have taken their share.
    Taiwan-Sanxia_PUDU_with_Jigong-52.jpg
  • Pudu (Universal Salvation), Sanxia - near Taipei<br />
> Temple Pudu, hosted by Nana Chen alias Ji Gong Shi-Fu (the buddhist folk hero) who will possess her body later on to engage in worldly affairs. <br />
<br />
Let’s assume ghosts do exist, they must all have gathered here in Sanxia today, as Nana’s team has just outclassed the services of a major charity catering. To be frank, this feast could cater easily for a whole army of hungry spirits, including all their ghostly pets. There's even a feeding section for animal spirits with some miniature paper spa imitations for not yet reincarnated dog and cat spirits. Toddler spirits can enjoy themselves too, asides from a wide array of sweets, porridge, juice, and cereals, they'll receive all sorts of fun stuff like a ukulele and a passenger jet crafted with paper mâché. These, together with the piles of hell money for the adult spirits, will be cremated later on. Unlike the smaller ’messages’, such major burns have been relocated to proper incinerators. Ghost Month was recently nicknamed National Pollution Month, because of the amount of ash generated by people burning gifts to send to the dead. Especially the urban territories of the island are now enforcing new laws to meet all criteria of 'eco-friendly ghost worshiping'. Commonly, all the food will be going either to the participants and the local orphanage, just after the ghosts have taken their share.
    Taiwan-Sanxia_PUDU_with_Jigong-53.jpg
  • Pudu (Universal Salvation), Sanxia - near Taipei<br />
> Temple Pudu, hosted by Nana Chen alias Ji Gong Shi-Fu (the buddhist folk hero) who will possess her body later on to engage in worldly affairs. <br />
<br />
Let’s assume ghosts do exist, they must all have gathered here in Sanxia today, as Nana’s team has just outclassed the services of a major charity catering. To be frank, this feast could cater easily for a whole army of hungry spirits, including all their ghostly pets. There's even a feeding section for animal spirits with some miniature paper spa imitations for not yet reincarnated dog and cat spirits. Toddler spirits can enjoy themselves too, asides from a wide array of sweets, porridge, juice, and cereals, they'll receive all sorts of fun stuff like a ukulele and a passenger jet crafted with paper mâché. These, together with the piles of hell money for the adult spirits, will be cremated later on. Unlike the smaller ’messages’, such major burns have been relocated to proper incinerators. Ghost Month was recently nicknamed National Pollution Month, because of the amount of ash generated by people burning gifts to send to the dead. Especially the urban territories of the island are now enforcing new laws to meet all criteria of 'eco-friendly ghost worshiping'. Commonly, all the food will be going either to the participants and the local orphanage, just after the ghosts have taken their share.
    Taiwan-Sanxia_PUDU_with_Jigong-54.jpg
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