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Cross Cultural Psychology Cantonese Culture Group Members JJ SonIka Jonathan SumItra Leashena NaIr Contents 01) Visit to the cultural building 02) Arts and monuments 03) Food of Cantonese culture...

Cross Cultural Psychology Cantonese Culture Group Members JJ SonIka Jonathan SumItra Leashena NaIr Contents 01) Visit to the cultural building 02) Arts and monuments 03) Food of Cantonese culture 04) History, beliefs, and traditions 05) The traditional costumes 06) Language VISIT TO THE CULTURAL BUILDING ARTS & MONUMENTS... CHAN SHE SHU YUEN TEMPLE, KUALA LUMPUR HISTORY: (BACKGROUND) The Chan She Shu Yuen Ancestral Hall (CSSY) is a clan association building that also serves as a family temple. The current building, constructed in the Chinese Baroque style, began in the late 1890s and was completed in 1906. Opens daily from 8 am to 5 and has no admission fees and it is located at Petaling Street in Chinatown. ARCHITECTURE: The Ling Nan architectural design of the temple closely models the Chan Clan Ancestral Hall The building was declared a protected heritage site of national importance by the Malaysian Government in 2006. 1) MaIn Entrance: Large wooden doors and it is decorated with engravings or artwork made of gold plating. Above the entrance, there are elaborate sculptures made of stone or wood that show phoenixes, dragons, and other lucky symbols.  2) MaIn Hall (Central Hall): a) Altar with Ancestral Tablets: It has memorial headstones positioned above it. The focal point of worship activities are these stone carvings, which stand in for the souls of the ancestral members who passed away. Cantonese culture is based on the practice of ancestor worship, which has its roots in the parental devotion of China. b) Incense Burners: Burning incense is a common practice to honor the ancestors and communicate with their spirits. c) Large Wood Carvings: The walls and pillars have been carved with complex wood carvings that portray historical events. 3) DecoratIve CarvIngs: The carvings are typically made from wood and stone, showcasing exceptional craftsmanship. In Cantonese culture, each carving has a deep symbolic significance. The carvings serve as a visual representation of the clan's history and cultural identity. ROLE OF CSSY TODAY The association continues to honour the great-grand ancestors of the Chen family and encourages their children and grandchildren to uphold the moral principles, family values, loyalty, honesty, trustworthiness, wisdom, and hard work of their ancestors. FOOD....  Roasted chIcken, duck & pork Two types of pork - Char siu and roasted pork Char siu - BBQ pork prepared in the Cantonese way Long strips of seasoned boneless pork Eaten with rice Portuguese tart Also called as Pastel de Nata Originated in Macau, which is near the region of Hong Kong Creamy filling and flaky crust bIskut telInga Ear-shaped, crumbly texture. black sesame roll Refridgerated dim sum dessert found in Hong Kong. Sweet, smooth and soft. CHICKEN BISCUIT known as Kai Chai Paeng. Thin and crispy. DIM SUM A large range of small Chinese dishes that are traditionally enjoyed in restaurants for brunch Known as xiao long bao Juicy deliciousness of a regular dumpling Skin is extremely easy to puncture HISTORY, BELIEFS & TRADITIONS....  BelIefs Ancestor WorshIp: Paying respects to ancestors is important, involving rituals, offerings, and maintaining ancestral tombs ConfucIan Values: Emphasis on filial piety (respect for parents and elders), family harmony, and social harmony Feng ShuI: The traditional Chinese art that determines the placement of objects to enhance the natural yin/yang balance  BelIefs SuperstItIons Belief certain practices, colours and even numbers can result in good or bad luck For example: “death” has the same sound as the number 4 (Sei), so its considered unlucky Similarly “wealth” or “prosperity” sounds a lot like the number 8 (Baat), therefore its seen as a lucky number  tradItIons Cantonese opera A traditional art form that combines music, singing, acting, and martial arts. It is a key cultural expression and performed during festivals and special events LIon Dance Performed during major celebrations to bring good luck and chase away evil spirits DRAGON BOAT FESTIVAL Teams of paddlers, often dressed in vibrant uniforms, row in decorated dragon- shaped boats in synchronised rhythms Zongzi, pyramid-shaped glutinous rice dumplings wrapped in bamboo leaves HISTORY LUNAR NEW YEAR The most important festival, marked by family reunions, feasts, red envelopes (lai see), and lion dances Homes are decorated with red lanterns for good luck LEGEND OF NIAN  DON’TS DURING NEW YEAR Cut haIr Wear black/whIte The word ‘hair’ sounds similar to clothIng ‘fortune’ in Cantonese, so cutting They are associated with grief and hair would be like cutting their mourning wealth short for the new year Buy new books or shoes Wash haIr and clothes or In Cantonese, the word 'book' sweep the floor sounds similar to 'lose' or 'defeat,' Thought to not do these things on while 'shoe' sounds like sighing, both the 1st day of new year as good of which are associated with bad fortune will be washed or swept luck away TRADITIONAL COSTUMES....  CHANGSHAN Traditional Chinese garment for men Key features of the Changshan: Frog Closures: The gown typically fastens with frog closures, a type of buttoning system Slits: Usually has slits on both sides, making it comfortable for movement Embroidery and Patterns: Chinese characters symbolising prosperity, happiness, or cultural motifs  QIPAO Traditional Chinese garment for women An elegant traditional Chinese dress with a form-fitting silhouette Key features of the Qipao: Slit: Similarly the Qipao has a side slit, allowing for ease of movement and showcasing the wearer’s legs Fabric and Patterns: Qipaos are made from various fabrics, including silk and satin, and are often adorned with beautiful patterns, such as floral designs or intricate motifs CANTONESE LANGUAGE....  hello Cantonese: 你好 Pronunciation: néih hóu Example: When you meet someone, you can greet them by saying, "你 好" (néih hóu).  Thank you Cantonese: 多謝 Pronunciation: dòjeh Usage: Used to express gratitude or thankfulness.  DelIcIous Cantonese: 好味 Pronunciation: hóu mei Usage: Used to describe food that tastes good. You can use this when talking about your experience tasting Cantonese food.  beautIful Cantonese: 靚 Pronunciation: leng Usage: Used to compliment someone or something that looks beautiful. You can use this when discussing Cantonese art or monuments. I love you Cantonese: 我愛你 Pronunciation: ngóh oi néih Usage: Used to express love and affection. This can be a fun and engaging way to discuss personal expressions in Cantonese.  MCq QuestIons Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit, sed do eiusmod tempor incididunt ut labore et dolore magna aliqua. Ut enim ad minim veniam, quis nostrud exercitation ullamco laboris nisi ut aliquip ex ea commodo consequat. Duis aute irure dolor in reprehenderit in voluptate velit esse cillum dolore eu fugiat nulla pariatur.