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Clan Hierarchy
Zongzu (宗族) — Clan
The largest organizational unit, encompassing all descendants of a common ancestor.
Zhipu (支谱) — Branch
A branch of the main clan, usually descended from a notable ancestor.
Jiazu (家族) — Family
The immediate family unit.
Leadership Structure
Zongzhang (宗长) — Clan Elder
Senior member who leads the entire clan.
Luzhang (族长) — Branch Head
Leader of a specific branch.
Jiazhang (家长) — Family Head
Head of an individual household.
Clan Institutions
Citang (祠堂) — Ancestral Hall
Central building for clan activities and ancestor worship.
Jishan (祭山) — Clan Mountain
Collective burial ground for clan members.
Jitian (祭田) — Clan Land
Land owned collectively by the clan. |
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