The Adaptive Ritual: When Change Honors the Original Intent

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Confucius said: The ritual prescribes a linen cap, but now a silk one is used. As it is more economical, I follow the common practice.

The linen cap is that prescribed by the rules of ceremony, but now a silk one is worn. It is economical, and I follow the common practice.

麻冕，礼也；今也纯，俭。吾从众。

Source: The Analects, Zi Han IX, Chapter 3

Author: Confucius

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