An Analysis of the Missionary Work of "Cults" in the Ming and Qing Dynasties

"Cults" here is a concept that is contrary to "orthodoxy". One of the important characteristics of"Cults"is familyclan missionary work during the Ming and Qing Dynasties.For the economic interests,the heads of"Cults" try all means to create personality cults.In addition,they must use other means,for example the practice of austerities of the religion,to a chieve that purpose.That is one side of religious beliefs.On the other hand,the most important thing is that they must have the drives of common customs interests.They offer believers mutual aid in the cults,high posts,land and money in the future.Besides,they impart Qigong and practice medicine.They also use heretical sects,such as magic and prophecy.