The difference between Oracle Bone Inscriptions and obituary

The difference between them lies in the concept source and traditional meaning, content and use, publishing method and audience.

1. Origin and traditional significance of the concept: Oracle Bone Inscriptions divination originated from the ancient divination custom in China, and was mainly used to report important events, such as the death of family members, to the gods or ancestors through divination. Obituary, which originated from the "obituary" in ancient Chinese, is a formal notification document, which is specially used to inform relatives and friends and the public about someone's death, life introduction and funeral arrangements.

2. Content and use: In ancient times, Oracle Bone Inscriptions divination included praying, praying and asking God to accept the dead. Its main function is a part of religious ceremonies and a way for people to communicate with supernatural forces. Obituary is a modern obituary, which usually includes the name and date of birth of the deceased. Its purpose is to convey funeral news in time and invite relatives and friends to participate in mourning activities.

3. Distribution channels and audiences: Oracle Bone Inscriptions is an ancient Oracle Bone Inscriptions, which may be carried out through sacrificial ceremonies, oral communication or engraving on specific articles, and the audience is mainly limited to family members and belief groups. As a modern obituary, it is published through various modern media means, such as newspapers, internet, social media, short messages, telephone notifications and so on. , has a wide audience.