Confucius Temple Introduction
The Confucius Temple, a symbol of ancient Chinese Confucian culture, was built in every central and county city to represent Chinese culture. There is a plaque reading "Da Cheng Hall" in front of the temple, which enshrines the spirit of Confucius, the Most Sage Teacher, along with the spirits of Yan Hui, Zisi, Zilu, and seventy-two other disciples. The temple is simply and elegantly decorated, showcasing the solemn and dignified beauty of Confucianism. During sacrificial ceremonies, bells and drums resonate, with performances of music and dance, fully demonstrating the excellent heritage of Chinese culture. However, due to damage during the Japanese colonial period, few ancient artifacts remain; the only remnant is the "Reconstruction of the Confucian Temple Stele" on the left side of the Da Cheng Hall, dating back to the 20th year of the Jiaqing era, with legible inscriptions, though the stele is covered in moss due to its age. Historical Encyclopedia: - The Confucius Temple in Chiayi (Wen Temple) was first built in the 45th year of the Kangxi era (1706). - The "Reconstruction of the Confucian Temple Stele" in front of the temple on the left was engraved in the 20th year of the Jiaqing era (1815). - In the 32nd year of the Guangxu era (1907), after the Chiayi earthquake, the spirit of Confucius was moved to the Wenchang Pavilion, then later to the Nanmen Sacred Temple. - In the 50th year of the Republic of China, the Confucius Temple was rebuilt in Chiayi Park, with the stele placed next to the new temple. - In the 53rd year of the Republic of China, the Confucius Temple was constructed at the current site in the park, with the spirit tablet of Confucius enshrined in the Da Cheng Hall. Construction Timeline: - Established: 45th year of Kangxi (1706) - Current construction: Groundbreaking in the 51st year of the Republic of China, completion in the 51st year of the Republic of China.
