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\nAccording to the book Rites of Zhou, which was written around the 2nd century BC, there are nine major types of kowtow and three major types of bowing.This video will show you the basics of Chinese greetings, such as how to kowtow, how...\nAccording to the book Rites of Zhou, which was written around the 2nd century BC, there are nine major types of kowtow and three major types of bowing.

This video will show you the basics of Chinese greetings, such as how to kowtow, how to bow, when to use them, and how to do them properly.

The tradition of kowtowing and bowing is based on the core of Chinese people's conduct and thinking - 禮 (Lǐ). It has multiple definitions: propriety, rites, Chinese ritual, Chinese custom, Chinese etiquette, Chinese manner, Chinese courtesy, etc.\n
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5:59
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9th - 12th
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2021
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