"The tree is a thousand feet high, and the fallen leaves return to the roots. "The ancients often said that when a person dies, he should return to his roots and be buried in his homeland. The erection of monuments is an important way for people to express their grief and remembrance of their ancestors.
So, what's the point of erecting a monument?
To erect a monument, you must first choose a suitable location. Generally speaking, the cemetery should be located in a place with plenty of sunlight and fresh air at the backdrop. The location of the cemetery should also avoid unclean places such as roads, rivers, toilets, etc.
Secondly, it is necessary to choose the right stele material. Stone is generally used for steles, and the common ones are granite, marble, etc. The color of the stele can be chosen according to personal preference, but it is generally dominated by black.
The shape of the stele can be chosen according to personal preference, and the common ones are rectangle, square, round, etc. The size of the stele is generally about 1 meter.
The content of the inscription should include the following items:
Basic information such as the deceased's name, date of birth and death, and place of origin;
Life deeds or evaluations of the deceased;
Words of condolence from the children or relatives of the deceased.
The font of the inscription is generally in regular script or official script, and the font size should be clear and legible. The content of the inscription should be concise and clear, expressing the sorrow and remembrance of the deceased.
When erecting the monument, it is necessary to choose an auspicious day and auspicious time. When the monument is erected, a simple ceremony is held to express sorrow and remembrance for the deceased.
Erecting a monument is an important way for people to express their sorrow and remembrance of their ancestors. When erecting the monument, it is necessary to pay attention to choosing the appropriate location, monument material, monument shape, inscription, and choose an auspicious day and auspicious time. By erecting a monument, the deceased can be laid to rest in peace, and future generations can remember their ancestors.
Regarding the location of the cemetery, the ancients had a saying that "the green dragon on the left, the white tiger on the right, the vermilion bird in the front, and the Xuanwu in the back", that is, the cemetery should be backed by the green dragon and facing the white tiger, with the red bird on the left and the Xuanwu on the right.
Regarding the stele material, granite is hard and corrosion-resistant, and marble is delicate and smooth, both of which have their own advantages and disadvantages.
Regarding the inscription, the content of the inscription should be truthful and objective, expressing the true feelings for the deceased.
The ceremony of erecting the monument can be carried out according to local customs.