Focus Taiwan
Date: 2017/10/15
By: C.W. Huang and Joseph Yeh

Taipei, Oct. 15 (CNA) People from all walks of life turned out in their numbers Sunday in Taipei to take part in a foot-washing ceremony, a ritual that symbolizes filial piety in traditional Chinese culture.

The annual ceremony, held at the plaza in front of the Presidential Office, was aimed at raising awareness among youth of the importance of filial devotion and inspiring people to be good to their parents, said Chang Chao-kuo (張朝國), president of the Republic of China Sports Federation (ROCSF) that organized the event.

“People who show filial piety tend to have a stronger sense of morality and are more grateful in life,” Chang said, adding that such people are also more likely to be successful.    [FULL  STORY]