Editorial policy, sources, and corrections

Structured guides start with named public sources, then organize the material around direct answers, preparation steps, etiquette, regional differences, and clear limits. Dates and route datasets are validated during the build, and content records carry review dates where the source format supports them.

We prefer primary institutions, public cultural bodies, official calendars, temple or association material, and attributable datasets. Secondary references may be used for context, but should not replace a more direct source when one is available.

Chinese religious and family practice varies by region, dialect group, lineage, temple, and household. Bai Bai describes common patterns and points readers back to local temple instructions and family custom for the final decision.

Auspicious-date material is cultural planning information, not a guarantee. Health, legal, financial, safety, immigration, construction, and event decisions still require the relevant qualified professional and local authority.

Worship-place records preserve source and licensing links. Sparse records may remain available for navigation while being excluded from search indexing until they contain enough visitor-useful detail. Official websites, opening hours, phone numbers, accessibility notes, and local notices should be checked before travel.

When information conflicts, the most direct and current attributable source takes priority. Corrections should identify the affected page, the disputed field, and a public source that supports the change.