The Spring Festival is about to usher in, sweeping away the dust and welcoming the spring has become an important custom in traditional Chinese culture. In the previous cleaning, people followed some rules, and one of the important principles was:"Three should be thrown, and four should not be moved"。This principle means that no old objects, garbage and dead spaces are left behind during the cleaning process, and no doors, shrines, valuables and fragile items are touched. Let's take a look at what these principles mean and what they mean.
The first principle of the cleaning years ago was"Three to throw", that is, no old things, garbage and dead corners are left. Why throw away old things? Old things represent the unhappiness and troubles of the past year, and if you keep the old things, these negative energies will continue to exist and affect the fortune of the new year. In the cleaning, we can clean up some relics of the past, so that we can say goodbye to the past and start a new journey. In addition, we also need to clean up the garbage, because garbage not only affects health, spreads diseases, but is also a symbol of bad luck. If it is not cleaned up in time, it will affect the hygiene and aura of the family. In addition to throwing away old items and cleaning up garbage, you should also be careful not to leave any dead spots when cleaning, including areas that are usually difficult to clean. Because if it is not cleaned thoroughly, it will leave hidden dangers and affect the living environment in the future.
In the previous cleaning, except"Three to throw"principles, and a few other considerations. First of all, pay attention to safety during the cleaning process and avoid using cleaning tools that are too sharp or dangerous to avoid accidental injury. Secondly, be careful not to damage items such as furniture and appliances, and keep the room clean and beautiful. Finally, after cleaning, put the items back in place to keep the home in good order.
Another year ago, the principle of cleaning was:"Four do not move", i.e. do not touch gates, shrines, valuables and fragile objects. These items all have special meaning and value and require special protection.
First of all, the gate is the entrance and exit of the family and the symbol of the family, so it cannot be easily shaken. There's an old saying"The poor do not change the door, and the rich do not change the grave", meaning that changing the gate will affect the fortune of the family. Therefore, we only need to clean and keep the door tidy when it comes to cleaning.
Secondly, a shrine is a place dedicated to the gods and has a special sacredness. If the shrine is moved at will, it may anger the gods and bring bad luck. Therefore, be careful to protect the shrine when cleaning it so that it remains as it is.
In addition, valuables such as gold, silver, and jewellery should not be moved to avoid loss or damage. These items represent not only the wealth of the family, but also the inheritance of the family. When cleaning, we need to take care to protect these valuables and ensure their safety.
Finally, fragile items and large items such as furniture and appliances need to be handled with special care. These items are prone to breakage or injury, and if not handled carefully, they can lead to unnecessary losses or accidents. Therefore, when cleaning, we should be cautious to avoid damage to items or injury to ourselves.
By complying"Four do not move"We are able to protect the basic constitution and property of the family, and we are able to respect the values of traditional culture.
The cleaning is not only an important custom in traditional Chinese culture, but also a kind of spiritual cleansing and purification. Follow"Three should be thrown, and four should not be moved"We are able to clear away the unhappiness and bad luck of the past year and bring good luck and happiness for the new year. At the same time, in the process of cleaning and organizing, we can also enhance the overall aura of the family and improve the living environment. Therefore, at this special moment, we must take the cleaning of the year before the year seriously and welcome the arrival of the new year with a new look. Let's interpret our wishes and expectations for the New Year with actions, create a clean and comfortable home environment for ourselves and our families, and prepare for the arrival of the New Year.