Confucius Temple Introduction
The Confucius Temple, a symbol of ancient Chinese Confucian culture, is built in every city and county to represent Chinese culture. In front of the temple is the plaque of the "Hall of Great Accomplishment," and inside the temple, the main deity is the spirit of Confucius, accompanied by the spirits of his seventy-two disciples, including Yan Hui, Zisi, and Zi Lu. The temple is decorated in a simple yet elegant style, demonstrating a solemn and dignified beauty. During sacrificial ceremonies, bells and drums resonate, accompanied by music and dance, fully showcasing the excellent legacy of Chinese culture. However, during the Japanese colonial period, it suffered damage, and few ancient relics remain. Only the "Inscription of the Renovated Confucius Temple" on the left side of the Hall of Great Accomplishment, dating back to the 20th year of the Jiaqing era, remains as the most ancient relic, with traces of the inscriptions still fairly clear, although the stele is covered in moss due to its age. History Fact: - The Confucius Temple in Chiayi was first established in the 45th year of Kangxi (1706). - The "Inscription of the Renovated Confucius Temple" in front of the left side of the Confucius Temple was inscribed in the 20th year of Jiaqing (1815). - After the Chiayi Earthquake in the 32nd year of Guangxu (1907), the spirit of Confucius was moved to the Wenchang Pavilion and later to the Nanguan Shengshing Temple. - In the 50th year of the Republic, the Confucius Temple was rebuilt in Chiayi Park, and the stele was placed next to the new temple. - In the 53rd year of the Republic, the Confucius Temple was constructed at the current site in the park, with the sacred tablet of Confucius enshrined in the Hall of Great Accomplishment. Spot Construction: Established: 45th year of Kangxi (1706) Current construction: Groundbreaking in the 51st year of the Republic, completed in the 51st year of the Republic.
