In ancient China, there was a special system of time measurement, called the Sexagenary Chronology. This system is mainly composed of two elements: the heavenly stem and the earthly branch.
The ten heavenly stems are A, B, C, D, E, H, G, XIN, NON, and DEC;The twelve earthly branches are Zi, Chou, Yin, Mao, Chen, Si, Wu, Wei, Shen, You, Xu, and Hai. The combination of the two cycles into sixty jiazi, a widely adopted time measurement system.
The sexagenary chronology has its origins in the ancient fortune-telling tradition, and its origins can be traced back to the ancient divination culture. This chronology presents a unique and ancient way of recording the changes of history through the combination of the heavenly stem and the earthly branch.
By observing astronomical phenomena and the laws of nature, we divide time into different branches, which we then use to mark the year, month, and day.
This dating method was used during the Western Zhou Dynasty, and later gradually evolved into a unique Chinese method of measuring time.
The year 2024 is the year of the Jiachen Dragon, according to the chronology of the sexagenary branches. In this system,"a"It is the heavenly stem which is in the first place"Chen"It is the fifth representative of the earthly branch.
In addition, each earthly branch is linked to the 12 zodiac signs, that is, the zodiac corresponding to "Chen" is the "dragon".
The naming of the Year of the Dragon reflects the cycle of the sexagenary branch and the cycle of the zodiac, which runs every 60 years. In this special year, Ka represents a new beginning, vitality and vitality, while Tatsu is closely associated with the mystery, strength and majesty of the dragon. This unique combination seems to reveal a new chapter, bringing new hopes and challenges.
In Chinese culture, the dragon is seen as a symbol of good fortune, authority, and mystery, symbolizing good luck. This auspicious creature has always carried a special meaning, giving people a magical and solemn feeling.
The arrival of the Year of the Dragon is like the beginning of a new stage, full of positive energy and the possibility of various changes.
During the year, people often participate in auspicious events, such as worshipping the gods or holding celebrations, in the hope of bringing peace and good luck.
The sexagenary chronology is not only used in traditional Chinese culture, but also has many other applications.
For example, the month, the day, the time, etc., can be represented by the combination of the sexagenary branches, thus forming a complete time frame.
This time system has been widely used in ancient calendars, divination, and literature, and has become an indispensable part of traditional Chinese culture.
February 4, 2024 ushered in the beginning of spring, but according to our Chinese lunar calendar, it is already the twenty-fifth day of the lunar month. This situation is commonly known as the "no spring year".
In the traditional Chinese lunar calendar, the beginning of spring generally represents the beginning of a new year, that is, the prologue of the lunar year has begun, and this moment usually marks the arrival of spring.
However, because the lunar calendar is not the same as the Gregorian calendar, sometimes you will find that the Gregorian calendar has entered the new year, but the lunar calendar has not yet reached the beginning of spring.
When this happens after the first day of the first lunar month, it is called the "Year of No Spring". This means that the whole new year has not started well, which can be described as a bit unlucky.
In the traditional Chinese lunar culture, people generally feel that the "no spring year" is not auspicious. This statement implies that there is no spring in the year, giving a sense of lack of vitality and vitality.
As the saying goes: "In the year of Jiachen, spring seemed to be hidden, and the dog days were also clear." This proverb carries the ancient lunar culture, and has a unique view of the Jiachen year.
The year of Jiachen is considered to be a year of "no spring", which seems to have something to do with the dog days of summer, indicating that the hot weather will last longer.
The phrase "no spring" is actually an expression of the feeling of not having the breath of spring, which is the first of the four seasons and symbolizes new life and hope.
However, when the lunar spring seems to be "gone", everyone seems to be looking forward to the vigorous growth of nature.
Dog days in summer are like the proverb, "dog days don't see the sky", which means that the heat is hard to get rid of, lasts for a long time, and makes people feel as if they will never see a clear sky.
This ancient saying not only shows the unique feelings of ancient people in the year of Jiachen, but also shows their keen observation and deep understanding of natural phenomena.
This proverb seems to give us a sense of how the ancients thought about the passage of time, and how they revered and revered the laws of nature.
The word "no spring year" means that there is a little less taste of spring throughout the year, which makes people not feel that kind of warmth and vitality. Some people say that this is not the right time to do prosperous things. You know, spring is a lively time for getting married and moving, but the "no spring year" seems to lack so much excitement and joy.
Steeped in traditional beliefs, some people may be wary of hosting important celebrations during the year. Because it lacks the peaceful atmosphere that is unique to spring, it may be considered unlucky. However, we can also find new perspectives of optimism in these extraordinary moments and create our own atmosphere of happiness.
Some people say that if Yang Qi is insufficient, the weather may be unusually cold, wet and cold, which may have an impact on everyone's physical health.
Lack of yang energy can make people feel unenergetic and depressed, which has a certain impact on the vitality and stability of society, and can be said to be a potential threat.
So, the "Lichun" thing is gone, what does it have to do with dog days?
There is a very important time point in the traditional Chinese solar term called "dog days". It is divided into primary, middle, and terminal phases, and generally appears in the summer when it is extremely hot.
When the three volcanic days appear, it represents the extremely hot period of summer, which is also a weather phenomenon in Chinese tradition.
The first days generally begin in mid-June of the summer calendar, the middle months are in mid-July, and the last days end in mid-August. This is the result of my rewriting for you.
The hottest part of summer is the whole"Dog days"The time period is also considered to be the hottest and most heat-prone day of the year.
There is a theory in traditional Chinese medicine called "summer solstice dog days", which is related to what we usually call "dog days". This theory is that the weather will become particularly hot for a period of time after the summer solstice, and the human body is susceptible to the invasion of heat evil, which can easily lead to some health problems.
On the first Gengchen day after the summer solstice, the weather gradually warmed up and entered the first seasonIn another ten days, it will usher in the middle of the ambush;In ten days, it will be the end of the season.
During this time, the weather gets hotter, the sun is strong during the day, and the cool breeze at night gradually weakens. The body is susceptible to the hot climate, so you need to pay special attention to prevent heat stroke and cool down.
Dog days"People generally take some measures to prevent heatstroke, such as avoiding outdoor activities during hot hours, keeping the room ventilated, eating light food, and drinking plenty of water to cool down.
Some places still retain some traditional Xi about "three volt days", such as enjoying cool food and holding activities to pray for blessings and disasters.
In the ancient lunar culture, there is a saying: "Spring seems to have never arrived in the year of Jiachen, and it seems that it is difficult to see a cloud in the sky during the dog season." This statement contains a wealth of ideas, involving many aspects such as time, weather, and the five elements.
The term "Jiachen no spring year" refers to the fact that during the Gregorian New Year, the lunar calendar does not usher in the beginning of spring. This draws special attention to the vintage as a whole, and to the "dog days" of summer in particular. This situation has sparked a lot of discussion among the public, and everyone has developed a unique vision for the whole year, especially about the "dog days" of the summer heat, which has triggered many unique imaginations.
First glance at the connection between the five elements and the heavenly and terrestrial branches.
There is a very important concept in ancient Chinese philosophy, that is, the relationship between the heavenly and terrestrial branches and the five elements. This concept mainly reflects an understanding of the natural world and the universe.
This system was gradually formed on the basis of observing natural phenomena such as astronomy, geography, and meteorology. In the process, people have accumulated a wealth of experience and knowledge, and gradually built up this system.
The ancient Chinese system of time measurement was the heavenly stems and earthly branches, with a total of ten heavenly stems and twelve earthly branches. This system is used to represent time and year. You can understand that the heavenly stem is one cycle, and the earthly branch is another cycle, and the combination of the two forms a complete time cycle. This concept was important and far-reaching in both ancient culture and calendars.
The sexagenary branch is closely related to the Five Elements Doctrine and plays a key role in ancient Chinese philosophy. This doctrine of the five elements can be said to be the crystallization of ancient wisdom, which penetrates deeply behind the heavenly stems and earthly branches.
Wood, fire, earth, metal, and water, these five elements represent the five basic substances and forces in nature. The core concept of the Five Elements Doctrine is that they influence each other, and there is both mutual help and mutual restraint.
The relationship between the sexagenary and the earthly branches can be summarized in the following five sentences:
1.The sexagenary branches alternate with each other, showing a cyclical pattern.
2.The heavenly stems include A, B, C, D, etc., and the earthly branches include Zi, Chou, Yin, Mao, etc., and they are combined in pairs to form 60 Jiazi.
3.The sexagenary branch is widely used in the lunar calendar and the stem branch calendar to represent the year and month, constituting the time system of the lunar calendar.
4.Each combination of the sexagenary branches has a unique symbolic meaning and is closely related to cultural traditions such as divination and numerology.
5.By studying the relationship between the sexagenary and the earthly branches, we can gain a deeper understanding of the traditional concepts of time and fortune in Chinese culture.
Wood (A, B) represents the vitality and growth of life, just like wood is ignited by fire, showing the vitality of life and development.
Fire is the fire and the fire. Just as fire makes the soil super fertile, it symbolizes enthusiasm, vitality and energy.
The nature of the earth is that it is the one that can give birth to gold, just as it has the ability to hide gold mines. Soil represents stability, solidity, and abundant harvest.
Heptixin Gold Element: Gold produces water, just as it has the ability to store water, symbolizing sharpness, clarity, and insight.
Water (non, decay): Water promotes the growth of wood, as if it is a flexible and fresh "bath" for plants, so that they can thrive.
This combination of the five elements and the sexagenary branches is not only used in the lunar calendar and divination, but also plays a key role in traditional Chinese medicine, feng shui, cultural traditions, etc.
The Five Elements Theory is deeply rooted in ancient agriculture, medicine, architecture and other fields, and is regarded as an important magic weapon to promote the harmonious coexistence of nature and humans.
Let's study this statement and use the theory of the five elements to take a look.
According to the Five Elements Doctrine, wood belongs to spring and fire belongs to summer. The phrase "Jiachen has no spring year" conveys the meaning that the energy of wood is insufficient, that is, the effect of fire is restricted to a certain extent.
In the symbiosis of the five elements, wood makes fire, but at this time of the "Year of No Spring", this kind of life seems to be extracted, and the vitality of fire seems to be suppressed.
What this means is that the summer will get less hot, as if the fire can't burn, especially during dog days.
The change of this wood fire really stirred up people's expectations for summer. I heard that "dog days are not visible", which means that this year's dog days have to meet a long rainy day.
Deficiencies can overshadow the entire growing season, and frequent rains may allow people to experience the cold and wet weather instead of the heat of summer.
Farming, outdoor activities and daily life are all troublesome as a result.
Although there is an old saying such as "there is no spring in Jiachen, and there is no sky in the dogs", although it contains profound cultural connotations, in the perspective of today's science, we have been able to make more accurate ** and explain weather and meteorological changes. Modern technology has given us a clearer picture of climate change that goes far beyond ancient beliefs.
Ancient Chinese wisdom was based on long-term observation and experience, and now with the help of modern scientific means, we can understand and explain this phenomenon more accurately.
We need to learn from the wisdom of the ancients, and we must also combine it with modern science in order to have a more comprehensive and accurate understanding of the changes in nature. In this way, we can better adapt to and improve our production and life.
Although these ancient sayings reflect the laws of meteorology and agriculture to a certain extent, they are somewhat inadequate compared with modern science due to the limitations of observation methods.
The continuous advancement of modern technology has made it possible for us to understand and explain natural phenomena more accurately, especially in terms of weather**, and the science is more reliable.