Interpretation of the Connotation of "Wu(巫)" in Archaeology of the Three Gorges
The original meaning of Chinese word "Wu(巫)" refers to a person in ancient times who engaged in prayer,divination,astrology,and also used medicine or something to seek blessings,prevent disasters,and treat illnesses. It also frequently appeared in pre Qin literature. Archaeological evidence from the Three Gorges region shows that from prehistoric times to the three dynasties of Xia,Shang and Zhou,there were numerous settlements and primitive witchcraft developed. The relics and artifacts that reflect the authority and image of wizards are fully reflected in public ceremonies,sacrificial ash pits,foundation laying ceremonies,sacrificial buildings,high-end official resi-dences,public works,human sacrifice ceremonies,humanoid sculptures,and oracle bone divination. The histori-cal and cultural development of the Three Gorges region and its civilization process indicate that this is an important area for exploring the origin and development of ancient Chinese humans,and "Wuxian(巫咸)" and "Wudie(巫臷)" do not rule out the possibility that they were early states established by Wu people. The dual evidence of literature and archaeology will further give new meaning to the term "group Wu people" in the Shan Hai Jing.
Wu culturearchaeology of the Three Gorgesduring the pre Qin periodcivilization processdouble evidence method
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