A Study on the Social Interaction Mechanisms Between the Nuo Temple and Traditional Villages in Pingxiang, Jiangxi from a Cultural Space Perspective

Abstract

This study employs spatial production theory, using extant representative Nuo temples as case studies. Through GIS spatial analysis and in-depth interviews, it investigates the social interaction mechanisms between Nuo temples and traditional villages in Pingxiang, Jiangxi. Findings reveal that Pingxiang's Nuo temples transform ritual knowledge into cultural capital through the overlay of sacred-secular spaces and clan rotation systems. while their social functions have weakened during modernization, their cultural resilience has strengthened. This research offers theoretical insights for preserving and revitalizing cultural spaces in traditional villages, providing practical case studies for enhancing the adaptability of traditional culture in modern society.