In folk religion in particular, specific representations are preferred for their persuasive effect. Taitien Temple in Matou presents heaven and hell in concrete images for all to see--clearly in the hope of persuading people righteousness.
特別民間信仰喜歡藉具體的事物發揮教化功能，台灣南部麻豆代天府將天堂、地獄具象化、供人參觀，不正是希望發揮勸善規過的功能？