The

xiangxian

(wise or virtuous local people) worship culture in Shandong was an important part of the Qilu culture.

Xiangxian

as a social group played an important role in linking the country

society and scholars in the Ming and Qing Dynasties

which effectively facilitated the development of local politics

economy and culture in Shandong during this period. In the Ming and Qing Dynasties

with active promotion by the central and local governments

xiangxian

worship was gradually spread and institutionalized in various areas

making it a local culture. The form of

xiangxian

worship in Shandong had undergone a number of changes

which developed strict selection methods and criteria. Because of its special political and social indoctrination functions that "highlight loyalty

cultivate virtue and maintain customs"

xiangxian

worship in Shandong had special social significance in the Ming and Qing Dynasties.