In the vast rural areas of China, there is a long-standing saying: "The house does not plant the wood of the five shades". What are the five kinds of trees mentioned in this proverb?Why do people avoid planting these trees in their homes?This article will ** this question and analyze the meaning behind this rural proverb in depth.
1. The types of wood of the five yin
What are the five types of trees referred to by the "Wood of the Five Yins"?According to some local Xi and sayings, these five types of trees are: poplar, willow, elm, locust and mulberry. These trees are considered by the locals to be shade trees.
2. The symbolic meaning of the wood of the five yin
Why are these five types of trees considered to be the "five shade trees"?This has to do with their growth characteristics and cultural symbolism. In traditional Chinese culture, the "yin" in the five elements represents the attributes of negativity, coldness, and humidity. These five species of trees tend to exhibit these characteristics as they grow.
1.Poplar: The poplar tree grows quickly, but its leaves are large and thin, and they tend to sway in the wind, giving the impression of being wobbly and unable to take root. In traditional culture, poplars are seen as a symbol of instability, which is not conducive to the stability and security of the house.
2.Willow tree: The branches of the willow tree are slender and soft, often showing a slanted state. In the wind, the branches of the willow tree will keep swaying, as if "nodding their heads", giving people a sense of humility and negativity. In Feng Shui, willow trees are believed to attract yin energy and bad magnetic fields, which is not conducive to the prosperity of the home.
3.Elm: The leaves of the elm tree have a special shape and show a state of convergence. This shape is believed to be able to gather yin energy and bad energy, which is not conducive to the harmony and stability of the house.
4.Locust Tree: The locust tree grows slowly, and its branches are curved and its leaves are small, giving it a feeling that it is difficult to stretch. In traditional culture, the locust tree is seen as a symbol of bad luck and brings gloom and bad luck.
5.Mulberry tree: The mulberry character of the mulberry tree is homophonic to the word "mourning", and in Chinese culture, mourning is associated with death and is an extremely unlucky symbol. As a result, mulberry trees are also believed to bring gloom and foreboding to homes.
3. Feng Shui and the Wood of the Five Yins
Feng Shui is an important part of traditional Chinese culture, and the saying "the house does not plant the wood of the five shades" is also closely related to Feng Shui. In Feng Shui, the layout and environment of a home have an important impact on people's fate and health. Therefore, what kind of plants to plant also needs to be carefully considered.
According to Feng Shui, plants can absorb and release energy, which affects the surrounding magnetic and aura fields. Due to its growth characteristics and cultural symbolism, the "Five Yin Trees" are believed to gather yin energy and bad energy, which is not conducive to the prosperity and stability of the house. Therefore, in Feng Shui, avoiding planting these five types of trees is an important measure to benefit the feng shui of the home.
Fourth, the modern view and the wood of the five yin
Although the saying "don't plant the wood of the five yin" has a certain status and influence in traditional culture and feng shui, in modern society, this concept has gradually faded. Modern people pay more attention to the practical value and aesthetic value of plants.
In fact, all five species of trees have their own unique ecological and aesthetic values in nature. For example, poplars grow fast and provide shade to the environment;The leaves of willow and elm trees can be used as fodder;The wood of the locust tree is hard and durable, and can be used in construction and furniture;The mulberry leaves of the mulberry tree can be used to raise silkworms, etc.
In addition, from a scientific point of view, plants do not have such a thing as yin and yang attributes. The growth and change of plants are mainly affected by natural conditions such as sunlight, water, soil, etc., and are not directly related to the so-called Feng Shui doctrine. Therefore, the saying "don't plant the wood of the five shades" is more of a cultural phenomenon and traditional belief than a scientific fact.
V. Conclusions
The rural proverb "Don't plant the wood of the five shades" is an important part of traditional culture and feng shui. It expresses people's quest for stability and prosperity in their homes, as well as their reverence for nature and the environment. However, in modern society, we need to look at this traditional cultural phenomenon more rationally, not only to respect and inherit excellent cultural traditions, but also to recognize and understand nature and the environment with a scientific attitude.