Growth Mechanism of Hakka Folk Legends in Context of Village Belief——Based on Field Investigation of"Legend of Shuifu Temple"in Hanxin Village
"The Legend of Shuifu Temple"is rooted in and has a counter effect on the village beliefs of Hanxin Village,coexisting with the village beliefs and ultimately becoming a stable village tradition.In this process,a unique mechanism for the development of folk legends has been formed."The Legend of Shuifu Temple"takes village temples,villages,and memories as its main growth space,with the dual narrative of ancestors and gods as its main characteristics,reflecting the relationship of"coexistence and prosperity".Through the shaping of personality and divine character,it brings people closer while maintaining the sacred authority of gods.Legend and faith expand together under the interaction,and the anecdotes of spiritual legends continue to undergo modern changes,reshaping the atmosphere of faith through legends.
Hakka folk legendvillage beliefShuifu Temple in Hanxin"Legend of Shuifu Temple"