The thousands of years of Chinese culture have slowly produced many customs and taboos. In addition, it varies according to the differences of different eras, backgrounds, and regions. The so-called: "Ten miles of different winds, a hundred miles of different customs", but there is a particular one, and many places are the same.
For example:"There are no portraits of ancestors in the hall, and maces are not planted in the courtyard".。It's easy to understand that it's best not to have images of your deceased ancestors on the wall of your living room. And in the yard, it is better not to plant "maces". The portrait of the ancestors is easy to understand, so what does "mace" mean?
In ancient times, basically every household would have a hall, which is equivalent to the current living room, and the reception of guests is usually carried out in the hall. At the same time, it is also an important place for family members to gather and communicate. It can be said that the hall is the center of the family and an area open to the outside world. The layout and decoration can reflect the living habits and aesthetic taste of the owner of the house.
In ancient times, families with okay conditions generally existedTwo halls。One is dedicated to the worship of ancestors, and the other is dedicated to receiving guests. However, the house now basically has only one living room.
The portrait of the ancestors refers to the portrait of the ancestor or **, which can be used as the inheritance memory of the family. If you hang the portrait of the ancestors in the living room, it will give people a kind ofHeavy, oppressive atmosphere。It affects the communication and hospitality between family members, and makes people feel very uncomfortable.
And, in order to show respect for the ancestors, it is necessary to put the portraits of the ancestorsQuiet and peacefulenvironment. The living room is a public area, where people often come and go, and the atmosphere is very noisy. Therefore, it is best to hang the portrait in a quiet room where no one cleans it to show respect for the ancestors.
For many large families, there are ancestral halls dedicated to their ancestors. Put the tablet of the ancestors, ** are placed in it, so that the living and the deceased can be distinguished, the environment is quieter, and the atmosphere is more solemn.
The mace here does not refer to weapons, but to thoseFlowers and plants with spikesFor example:Cactus, rose, tiger prickly plumWait a minute.
This kind of flower and plant, because of its unique shape and defensive nature, will give people a kind of itMajestic, coldfeelings. And, if you are not careful, you may be stabbed, which brings to peoplePotential hazards
Especially in families with children, children are more naughty and like to run around, laugh and play. If there are thorny plants in the garden, you can get hurt if you accidentally touch them. For the safety of your family, it is best not to plant thorny flowers and trees.
From the perspective of Feng Shui, a thorny plant is like a swordWith a sinister aura。If it is planted in the courtyard in front of the door, it will destroy the feng shui fortune of the home. It is easy to lead to family disharmony and quarrels with others.
The above is what I shared with you today, "The hall does not hang the portraits of the ancestors, and the courtyard does not plant maces". This proverb is a kind of admonition from the ancestors to future generations, reflecting people's attention to family layout and environmental safety.
Whether it is in the courtyard or at home, planting flowers and grass is not only for the sake of beauty, but also for safety. Thorny, poisonous flowers and plants should never be planted, no matter how beautiful they are.