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Briefly discuss the characteristic of the Chinese civilization with reference to religion
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Solution
The Chinese worshiped the forces of nature. A widely prevalent practice was ancestor worship. Astrologers and oracles were greatly respected. The oracles or holy priests were supposed to be in touch with the gods.
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