Research On The Relationship Between JiaosiFengshan Rituals And The Power Of Emperors In Qin And Han Dynasties

Sacred activities took a very important part in the world of ancient people. At political field, JiaosiFengshan, the highest standard sacred ceremony which monopolized by emperor, had significant meaning and notable effect in construct the validty and sanctity of the state, so it had have attracted much attentions of emperors.The organization of society and the form of power had changed completely in Qin and Hang Dynasties, this paper discuss about the JiaosiFengshan activities of Qinshihuang,Hanwendi,Hanwudi and Hanchengdi, who took use of JiaosiFengshan rituals to assure legality of government, or to expand,enhance or show their power, but they encounted differert outcomes in face of the sophisiticated situation of the history and age. As a important facet of political culture, JiaosiFengshan rituals played an critical part in the politics.