This paper covers the process of the formation of Jongjung(the families of the same clan) by examining the ways of the ancestral rites being changed in the late Joseon dynasty. It intends to identify the characteristics of arranging the ritual food as...
This paper covers the process of the formation of Jongjung(the families of the same clan) by examining the ways of the ancestral rites being changed in the late Joseon dynasty. It intends to identify the characteristics of arranging the ritual food as well, comparing the manners in some cases.
In the late 18th century, the concept of Munjung, the general term for a group of families who worship the same ancestors, became common. While it was possible for them to bond together by holding memorial services for the same ancestors, however, since it was likely to cause many relevant problems, rules were established via the consent of the members of Munjung so as to eliminate the possibility of troubles.
A typical example of these records is 『Jangjeolgongmyosojeongsikjeolmokseo』(壯節公墓所定式節目序). Jangjeolgong (壯節公) is Shin Sung-gyeom (申崇謙)’s posthumous name. The clan of Pyeongsan-Shin family, who holds Shin Sung-gyeom in veneration, one of the national contributors of Goryeo Dynasty, set the rules in 1803 for managing tombs and performing ceremonies through this document.
『Suhojeolmok』 typically shows the form of a ritual ceremony for the progenitors of a family in the late Joseon Dynasty, and through this document, we can clearly confirm the rites as a way of strengthening the families’ unity.