There are no three people in the grave, and the children and grandchildren will be rich from generation to generation. This ancient precept is familiar and is part of the traditional culture of the Chinese nation. It tells us not to forget to invite the three elders of the family to visit the grave so that we can pray for the prosperity and prosperity of our descendants.
Going to the grave is an important ritual in China's folk culture, which reflects the respect and commemoration of ancestors. Every year during the Qingming Festival, every family will go to worship their ancestors, and the time of worship is usually in the morning, and people will worship neatly, burn incense and candles, and offer flowers and food. It is an expression of family cohesion and a kind of inheritance of gratitude to the ancestors. So why do you have to go to the grave with three people?Its significance is mainly twofold. The appearance of the trio represents three generations of family members. In traditional Chinese concepts, "three" is an important number. In ancient times, it was believed that the continuous continuation of life was inseparable from the blessings of the predecessors, so it was the common wish of every Chinese family to be rich and prosperous for generations. At the same time, the presence of the three can better unite the strength of the family and make the whole family more united.
Going to the grave without three people is also a kind of respect for the ancestors. In ancient times, it was believed that the presence of the soul could sense people's departure or arrival. The sage once said: "Death and life have life, and wealth is in the sky." "The spirits of our ancestors appear at the grave, and they bless and bestow happiness and blessings on future generations. Therefore, inviting three people to go to the grave means not only letting the ancestors know the filial piety and gratitude of their descendants, but also expressing the expectation of the ancestors' blessings, hoping that they will always watch the prosperity of the family. In modern society, with the development of urbanization and the times, people's understanding and way of going to the grave have also changed. Some people may not be able to attend the festival in person due to their busy schedules or the distance, but they still entrust relatives, friends, or professional worshippers to worship on their behalf. Although the form has changed slightly, the respect and gratitude for the ancestors are eternal.
With the changing times, today's young people are busy working in the city, and it is difficult for many people to have the opportunity to return to their hometowns to participate in the festival. However, no matter in the work or life, we should not forget the family tradition and the importance of the family. A filial piety and a gratitude, whether through practical actions or spiritual blessings, are the best feedback to our ancestors. Respecting ancestors is one of the important ways to inherit the excellent traditional culture of the Chinese nation. No matter what era we live in, we must remember the profound meaning of the ancient adage that we do not bring three people to the grave, and our children and grandchildren will be rich from generation to generation, so that our children and grandchildren can grow up happily and prosperously in the blessing of the family. Whether it is through getting rich in business, studying aspiringly, or persisting in learning and working independently, we should inherit the fine traditions of our families and bravely face the challenges and opportunities in life.
Every year during the Qingming Festival, we return to our hometown to remember our ancestors and at the same time think about the profound meaning conveyed by this ancient precept. We should always remember our ancestors, be grateful for everything they gave us, and make our family better through our own efforts. No matter where we are in life, we should adhere to good morals and inherit the good qualities of the family, so that future generations can be rich and prosperous and continue to carry forward the glory of the family. Let us not forget our original intention and bless our family to continue to prosper.