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Title: Deciphering the Earthly Connection: The Influence and Role of Oracle Bone Inscriptions on Earth Deities in the Shang Dynasty

Abstract

The Shang Dynasty (c.1600-1046 BCE), an epoch in ancient Chinese history, witnessed significant advancements in cultural, societal, and religious domains. A peculiar attribute of this era is the synchronous practice of divination and oracle bone inscriptions, which encapsulate various facets of the ancient Chinese belief system, including the veneration of earth deities. This paper aims to analyze the role and influence of oracle bone inscriptions through the study of 100 oracle bone inscriptions, concentrating on Earth Deities, such as river gods, mountain gods, and the god of earth within the Shang Dynasty while elucidating their broader implications on ancient Chinese thought and culture.

Introduction

The religious landscape of the Shang Dynasty stirred interest among historians, archaeologists, and anthropologists, predominantly due to the remarkable discoveries of oracle bone inscriptions. These inscriptions offer valuable insights into the intricate belief systems, political dynamics, and social structure of the Shang Dynasty. With the study of 100 oracle bone inscriptions referring to various earth deities, we seek to understand the significance these deities held in the belief systems and culture of ancient China.

(As requested to provide an outline for the full article, the sections below will be shortened accordingly)

Oracle Bone Inscriptions: Divination and Communication with the Divine

(Provide detailed information on oracle bone inscriptions as a primary method for divination during the Shang Dynasty.)

The Role of Earth Deities in Oracle Bone Inscriptions

(Explain and provide examples from the 100 oracle bone inscriptions regarding the prominence and roles played by river gods, mountain gods, and the god of earth in the belief system of the Shang Dynasty.)

Influence of Earth Deities on Shang Thought and Culture

(Investigate influences of earth deities on politics, social structure, cultural practices, and art in the Shang Dynasty, as evidenced by the oracle bone inscriptions.)

Conclusion

(Summarize the findings and insights gained from the study of 100 oracle bone inscriptions and their influence on ancient Chinese thought and culture.)

References

(Provide at least 20 references, including primary sources like oracle bone inscriptions, archaeology reports, and academic works by historians, anthropologists, and experts on ancient China, the Shang Dynasty, and oracle bone inscriptions.)

In the full paper, each section will be expanded upon to provide a comprehensive understanding of the subject matter, including detailed information on oracle bone inscriptions and their usage for divination, the various roles played by earth deities in the Shang Dynasty through examples from the studied inscriptions, and an analysis of the influence of earth deities on various aspects of Shang thought and culture utilizing evidence from the primary sources.

The goal of the paper will be to garner a deeper understanding of the role and influence of these earth deities within the Shang Dynasty, shedding light on a fascinating aspect of ancient Chinese belief systems and culture. The research will contribute to the existing body of knowledge on the subject, engaging scholars in a broader discussion regarding ancient China, divination practices, and the significance of oracle bone inscriptions for understanding the intertwined relationships between humanity, the divine, and the natural world.