A Study Of The Song Dynasty City-God Faith In Fujian

Originating from the Shuiyong-God,the City-God was the Chinese native city protection god.The City-God to protect the public safety of life and property and other functions,has become one of the important folk gods of Fujian and even the whole country.In Song Dynasty the City-God faith in Fujian showed some new characteristics.First,with its status rising,worship was incorporated into the national system;Second.the trend of personifying the City-God was further developed.Third,The origin of the City-God and the origin of the city had closely relationship in Song Dynasty.In Fujian,the City Temple spread over prefectures and counties,faith population covered officials,scholars,and even ordinary people.The City-God,as a protector of the city,met the political need that the local officials maintained local stability,civilized the public,and adapted to public entertainment.