In traditional Chinese culture, there is a saying that every 12 years there will be a special year called"Year of the Widow"。So, why is 2024 called the Year of the Widow?The answer to this question is actually related to the leap month of the lunar calendar.
First, we need to understand what a leap month is. In the lunar calendar, in order to compensate for the error caused by the unsynchronized movement of the sun and the moon, we adopted the method of intercalation. That is, every 19 years there will be 7 leap years, and each leap year will have an extra month. This additional month is a leap month.
Then, let's take a look at the lunar calendar in 2024. According to the China Astronomical Observatory**, 2024 will be a leap year in the lunar calendar, which means that there will be a leap month in the lunar calendar. In traditional Chinese culture, there is a special custom that newlyweds are not allowed to hold weddings during leap years, because people think that leap months are unlucky.
The origins of this custom can be traced back to ancient times. In ancient times, it was considered unlucky to have a leap month because it broke the law of 12 months in the year. Moreover, in ancient agricultural societies, the growth cycle of crops came according to the month of the lunar calendar, and if the occurrence of a leap month disrupted this growth cycle, then it would affect the growth of crops. Therefore, people avoid weddings during leap years to avoid bad luck.
That's why 2024 is known as the Year of the Widow. Although our lives are no longer completely dependent on agricultural production as in ancient times, this traditional custom is still observed by many people. So, if you're planning to get married in 2024, then you might want to consider this factor.
The year 2024 is known as the Year of the Widow, mainly because it is a leap year in the lunar calendar, and in traditional Chinese customs, leap years are considered unlucky. While this custom is no longer as important in modern society, those who respect tradition may choose to steer clear of weddings held during this year.
However, we should also be aware that this custom is only a part of traditional culture, and it does not determine our future. Whether it is a leap year or not, as long as we love and respect each other, our marriage will be happy. So, if you truly love your significant other, then don't give up on your wedding because of this custom. Remember, true happiness does not lie in the auspiciousness of the vintage, but in the love you have for each other.
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