On the second day of the Lunar New Year, the God of Wealth was welcomed, and the old man advised him to avoid 3 things at the door and interpret the deep meaning
In traditional Chinese folklore, the second day of the Lunar New Year is an important day, and people have the custom of welcoming the God of Wealth. The God of Wealth is also called"Pick up the God of Wealth"It is an activity that the people believe in praying for good luck and prosperity. In the process of welcoming the God of Wealth, the old man will often mention a proverb:"Avoid three things in front of the door, and the God of Wealth is not in the way"。The meaning of this proverb is that in the process of welcoming the God of Wealth, three things should be avoided at the door, so as not to block the arrival of the God of Wealth.
So, what exactly are these three things? Why are they thought to stand in the way of the God of Wealth? Let's go one by one.
i.Litter. Garbage is an unavoidable waste in people's daily life, but on the second day of the Lunar New Year, many places have the custom of cleaning up garbage. This is because it is believed that garbage brings filth and is disrespectful to the God of Wealth if not cleaned up in time. Therefore, on the eve of welcoming the God of Wealth, every household has to carry out a big cleaning, take out the garbage, and keep the home clean and fresh. The purpose of this is also to provide a clean and comfortable environment for the God of Wealth to show respect and piety.
2. Old Terms.
Used items refer to items that are worn, useless, or no longer in use. On the second day of the Lunar New Year, many people choose to throw away or sell their old things at home as a sign of farewell and welcome the new. This is because old things are believed to represent the bad luck and misfortune of the past, and if not thrown away in time, they can become an obstacle to the God of Wealth. At the same time, old things will also affect the cleanliness and beauty of the house, leaving a bad impression on the God of Wealth. Therefore, on the second day of the Lunar New Year, many families will"Remove the old and welcome the new"Throw away or sell old things to welcome the new year and new fortune.
iii - Broken shoes.
Broken shoes are shoes that are in tatters. In traditional Chinese culture,"Shoes"with"with"Homophony, representing harmony, harmony, and cooperation. Broken shoes, on the other hand, represent cracking, failure, and bad luck. Therefore, on the day of welcoming the God of Wealth, it is believed that broken shoes will bring bad luck and misfortune, blocking the God of Wealth. At the same time, broken shoes will also affect the cleanliness and beauty of the house, giving people a sense of dilapidation. Therefore, on the second day of the Lunar New Year, many families will throw away or keep broken shoes so as not to affect family and financial luck.
In short,"Avoid three things in front of the door, and don't block the road of the God of Wealth"It is people's wish and pursuit of a better life. It admonishes people to keep their homes tidy, fresh and beautiful, and to avoid placing or causing unlucky, unauspicious and unclean items. Only in this way will we be able to welcome the new year, new good fortune and fulfill the wishes of our families and individuals.
Of course, with the progress and development of society,"Welcome to the God of Wealth"This traditional folklore is also constantly evolving and innovating. Nowadays, people pay attention to science and rationality everywhere in their lives. They no longer blindly believe in superstition and mystical powers, but pay more attention to their own efforts and struggles. However,"Three avoidances in front of the door, don't block the God of Wealth Road"The idea is still ingrained in the minds of many people. They believe that keeping the room clean, fresh and beautiful is a positive attitude towards life, as well as the pursuit and yearning for a better life.
In the process of welcoming the God of Wealth, in addition to avoiding placing or displaying these three items at the door, there are other particularities and customs. For example, some places will set off firecrackers and incense candles to welcome the God of Wealth; Some places will prepare some offerings or red envelopes to express respect and gratitude to the God of Wealth; There are also places where special ceremonies or events are held to pray for good luck and career success. Although these customs are not the same, they all express people's yearning and pursuit of a better life.
In general,"The door avoids three things, and does not hinder the God of Wealth"It is an important part of traditional Chinese culture. It not only represents people's yearning and pursuit of a better life, but also reflects the care and love for family and individuals. In modern society, although we no longer believe in the power of superstition, we can still welcome the new year and new opportunities by keeping our homes tidy, fresh, and beautiful.
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