Ancestor Worship Collection

Sunrise with a Buddha Statue with the Hand Position of Dharmachakra Mudra in Borobudur, Magelang, Central Java
Borobudur, or Barabudur, is a 9th-century Mahayana Buddhist Temple in Magelang, Central Java, Indonesia. This temple is the worlds largest Buddhist temple

Ancestor tablet, Western Zhou dynasty, ca. 1050-ca. 950 BCE. Creator: Unknown
Ancestor tablet, Western Zhou dynasty, ca. 1050-ca. 950 BCE

Ancestor tablet, Late Shang dynasty, ca. 1300-ca. 1050 BCE. Creator: Unknown
Ancestor tablet, Late Shang dynasty, ca. 1300-ca. 1050 BCE

Adoration scene at the ancestral altar (w / c on paper)
CHT169680 Adoration scene at the ancestral altar (w/c on paper) by Chinese School (19th century); Bibliotheque des Arts Decoratifs, Paris

Le Premier Jour De L An En Indo-Chine (engraving)
2788960 Le Premier Jour De L An En Indo-Chine (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Le Premier Jour De L An En Indo-Chine)

Propitiatory Offerings for Departed Relatives, China, c1840. Artist: E Challis
Propitiatory Offerings for Departed Relatives, China, c1840

Wooden Ancestor Figure from Easter Island, Polynesia, c19th century. Known as an emaciated man - worn with others hanging from the waist in dances at feasts

Skull from Jericho, modelled with plaster and shells. It was probably kept in the home, and used for ancestor-worship. From the British Museums collection

Buddha Statue at Vihara Budhi Bhakti (Tua Pek Kong) Temple, Batam, Indonesia
Inaugurated in September 1986, the Tua Pek Kong Temple located in Nagoya is the oldest Taoist temple in Batam. Also known as the Vihara Budhi Bhakti Temple

Stupas at Borobudur, Magelang, Central Java, Indonesia
Borobudur, or Barabudur, is a 9th-century Mahayana Buddhist Temple in Magelang, Central Java, Indonesia. This temple is the worlds largest Buddhist temple

Sunset at Borobudur (Barabudur), Magelang, Central Java, Indonesia
Borobudur (Barabudur), is a 9th-century Mahayana Buddhist Temple in Magelang, Central Java, Indonesia. This temple is the worlds largest Buddhist temple

Sunrise with a Buddha Statue with the Hand Position of Dharmachakra Mudra in Borobudur, Magelang, Central Java
Borobudur, or Barabudur, is a 9th-century Mahayana Buddhist Temple in Magelang, Central Java, Indonesia. This temple is the worlds largest Buddhist temple

Sunrise at Borobudur, Magelang, Central Java, Indonesia
Borobudur, or Barabudur, is a 9th-century Mahayana Buddhist Temple in Magelang, Central Java, Indonesia. This temple is the worlds largest Buddhist temple

Easter Island moai and Milky Way C020 / 0727
Easter Island moai and Milky Way. Panoramic view of the arch of the Milky Way in the night sky over silhouetted moai statues on Easter Island (Rapa Nui) in the South Pacific

Stupas at Borobudur, Magelang, Central Java, Indonesia
Borobudur, or Barabudur, is a 9th-century Mahayana Buddhist Temple in Magelang, Central Java, Indonesia. This temple is the worlds largest Buddhist temple

Sunset at Borobudur (Barabudur), Magelang, Central Java, Indonesia
Borobudur (Barabudur), is a 9th-century Mahayana Buddhist Temple in Magelang, Central Java, Indonesia. This temple is the worlds largest Buddhist temple

Sunrise at Borobudur, Magelang, Central Java, Indonesia
Borobudur, or Barabudur, is a 9th-century Mahayana Buddhist Temple in Magelang, Central Java, Indonesia. This temple is the worlds largest Buddhist temple

Rock tombs and gallery of ancestors of the Toraja in Lemo, near Rantepao, Sulawesi, Indonesia, Southeast Asia

Roman temple, artwork C017 / 7194
Roman temple. Cutaway artwork showing the typical form of a Roman temple. Guards are shown at the steps leading up to the columns at the entrance portico

Ancestor worship in a Hanoi home, Hanoi, Vietnam, Indochina, Southeast Asia, Asia

Ancestor worship in a Hanoi home, Vietnam, Indochina, Southeast Asia, Asia

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Ancestor worship, a timeless tradition that transcends borders and cultures, is deeply rooted in the hearts of many. As the sun rises over Borobudur, Magelang, Central Java, Indonesia, it illuminates a Buddha statue with the hand position of Dharmachakra Mudra. This serene scene serves as a reminder of the reverence paid to ancestors. Intricate ancestor tablets from ancient dynasties like Western Zhou and Late Shang are testament to the long-standing practice of honoring one's forefathers. These beautifully crafted artifacts offer glimpses into past civilizations' beliefs and customs surrounding ancestral veneration. An adoration scene at an ancestral altar captures the devotion and respect shown by descendants towards their predecessors. The delicate strokes on paper depict heartfelt gestures symbolizing gratitude for guidance received from those who came before. Le Premier Jour De L An En Indo-Chine engraving showcases how ancestor worship is interwoven with cultural celebrations. It highlights how paying respects to ancestors forms an integral part of ushering in a new year in Indo-China. Propitiatory offerings for departed relatives depicted in E Challis' artwork provide insight into Chinese traditions surrounding ancestor worship during the 19th century. These rituals demonstrate a deep connection between generations and serve as acts of remembrance and honor. A wooden ancestor figure hailing from Easter Island stands tall as a representation of Polynesian heritage. Carved with meticulous detail, this figure embodies both spiritual significance and familial ties cherished by its people. The skull from Jericho modeled with plaster and shells reminds us that even ancient civilizations recognized the importance of preserving memories through physical remnants. Such relics signify not only reverence but also an enduring bond between past generations and present ones. At Vihara Budhi Bhakti (Tua Pek Kong) Temple in Batam, Indonesia, another Buddha statue stands tall amidst peaceful surroundings—a constant reminder that ancestors continue to guide their descendants.