This book offers a detailed analysis of the religious and cultural context of China, focusing on the evolution of its religious systems from ancient times to the present day. The author, Jan Jakob Maria Groot, provides a comprehensive overview of the various religious beliefs and practices that have shaped Chinese society, as well as their impact on social and political institutions. With its detailed scholarship and clear writing, this volume is an essential read for anyone interested in the history and culture of China. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.