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Chinese Coming-of-Age Ceremony== Headline text ==

1.Introbuction

Rituals paly an indispensable role in human social interaction, embodying shared norms and customs. Life-cycle rituals——encompassing birth, coming-of-age, marriage, and funeeral ceremonies——carry profound cultural significance. As one such ritual, the coming-of-age ceremony marks the transition from childhood to adulthood. This article explores traditional and modern Chinese coming-of-age ceremonies and their contemporary relevance.

2.Traditional Coming-of-Age Ceremonies: Capping Ceremony(Guanli) and Hair-Pinning Ceremony(Jili)

Traditional coming-of-age ceremony was a rite performed when youths reached adulthood, serving as a cornerstone of ancient adult education.Through this ceremony, society educated and admonished young people, signifying their departure from parental protection and their new responsibilities. In China, the primary ceremonies were the Capping Ceremony(Guanli) for males and the Hair-Pinning Ceremony(Jili) for females. Though distinct, both shared similar rituals and procedures.