2024 is the Year of the Dragon. The lunar calendar 2024 is more special, because the beginning of spring is in 2023, resulting in the absence of the beginning of spring in 2024. There are different folk sayings about the absence of the beginning of spring in the Year of the Dragon. According to one theory, the Year of the Dragon, which does not have the beginning of spring, is called the "Year of the Widow", and it is believed that marrying in this year is unlucky and can easily cause discord or divorce between husband and wife. Another theory is that the Year of the Dragon, which does not have the beginning of spring, is a "year without spring", and it is considered unlucky to get married in this year, but there are also some regions that believe that marriage in this year can lead to growing old together.
I think there is no scientific basis for these statements, and whether to choose to marry in the "widow's year" or "no spring year" should consider the actual situation and emotional basis of both parties, and should not blindly listen to some statements that have no scientific basis.
Take you to the story of "The Year of the Widow":
In ancient times, there was a young woman whose husband died in the spring. The woman was very sad and washed her face with tears all day long. Her mother-in-law was also very uncomfortable when she saw her like this. So, her mother-in-law advised her: "Spring is the season for all things to grow, and it is also a good time to get married." You might as well find another good man to marry this spring, so that it will be a matter of my old woman's heart. The woman listened to her mother-in-law and decided to remarry.
However, when she remarried, she found that her second husband had died suddenly before the beginning of spring that year. The woman was very sad and washed her face with tears all day long. Her mother-in-law was also very uncomfortable when she saw her like this. So, the new mother-in-law persuaded her: "This spring is not the beginning of spring, it is a 'widow's year', and it is not suitable for marriage." You might as well wait for the next spring season before marrying. The woman listened to her mother-in-law and decided to wait for the next spring season to remarry.
Since then, the "Year of the Widow" has been said to be an unlucky year, and it is believed that marriage in this year can easily cause discord or divorce between husband and wife.
Let's learn about the other taboos in the Year of the Dragon: (If you believe it, you don't believe it, you don't have it, and you can look at it scientifically and rationally).
Marriage or betrothed: In the Year of the Dragon, it is believed that marrying or betrothed can bring about a relationship breakdown, disaster, or pain, so these activities should be avoided.
High-risk investments: The Year of the Dragon is also considered to be a year that is not conducive to making high-risk investments, so blind investments or expanding the scale of investments should be avoided.
Attend a funeral: Since the Year of the Dragon is considered an unlucky year, attending a funeral may increase the risk of being invaded by evil spirits and should be avoided as much as possible.
Avoid blind comparisons and over-consumption: In the Year of the Dragon, people should avoid blind comparisons and over-consumption, which could lead to an economic crisis.
Avoid quitting your job or starting a business in the Year of the Dragon: In the Year of the Dragon, people believe that career luck is bad and therefore one should avoid quitting a job or starting a business.
Avoid arguing with your boss or colleagues: In the Year of the Dragon, it is believed that arguing with your boss or co-workers should be avoided as it may affect your work and life.
Avoid being overly dependent on others: In the Year of the Dragon, people should avoid being overly dependent on others, or risk suffering losses or losing their own economic base.
Avoid excessive pursuit of material comforts: In the Year of the Dragon, one should avoid excessive pursuit of material comforts, which may lead to spiritual emptiness and psychological problems.
Don't buy red underwear**: Red underwear** represents good luck and warding off evil spirits in some traditional cultures, but in the Year of the Dragon, buying these may be seen as a symbol of bad luck.
Don't tie a red belt: A red belt is seen in some places as a symbol of good luck and wealth, but in the Year of the Dragon, it may be considered an unlucky practice.
In the Year of the Dragon, some auspicious animals to look out for include:
Monkey: The monkey represents wit, flexibility, and wit and can bring good luck and wisdom.
Dragon: The dragon is a mascot in traditional Chinese culture, representing strength and independence. Caibai jewelry celebrates the Year of the Dragon
Snake: The snake represents wisdom and thinking and can bring good luck and wisdom.
Horse: The horse represents courage and strength and can bring good luck and success.
Sheep: Sheep represent gentleness and kindness and can bring good luck and happiness.
It is important to note that there is no scientific basis for these auspicious animals, and whether or not to believe in these claims depends mainly on the individual's beliefs and cultural background.