The first day of the lunar month: the prophet of the weather.
The wax moon of the lunar calendar, the month of waiting quietly at the end of the year, seems to be the prelude of nature for the new year. And on the first day of the lunar month, which occupies a place in the wax moon, it is endowed with all kinds of magical colors by people. On this day, wind, rain and snow seem to be endowed with special meanings, becoming the key to the climate and agricultural harvest in the new year.
In this ancient land of China, there are many agricultural proverbs about the first day of the lunar month. These proverbs, concise and philosophical, tell the subtle relationship between the first day of the lunar month and the future weather in the most direct way.
The wind blew on the first day of the lunar month, and there was no water until Qingming. This sentence, as if it is a deep sigh, foreshadows the drought and lack of water in the coming year. At this moment, the wheat in the field is being jointed and booted, and sufficient water is needed at each stage of growth. And once there is a shortage of water, the reduction of production becomes inevitable. This concern has made people pay more attention to the style of the first day of the lunar month.
However, contrary to this agricultural proverb, "It rains on the first day of the lunar month, and the drought ends in May of the following year." But it gives a glimmer of hope. If it rains on the first day of the lunar month, the threat of drought may be delayed. The moisture of rain keeps the soil moist and provides favorable conditions for the growth of crops. This kind of weather is like nature's good wishes for the new year.
And "when it snows at the beginning of the lunar month, the cattle will not stop ploughing in the coming year." It brings a sense of serene beauty. Snowflakes fall in a flutter and cover the whole world, making everything quiet and peaceful. On such days, ploughing cattle are busy working in the fields, heralding a good harvest for the coming year. The joy of this harvest seems to have come in advance.
However, the development of modern society and climate change have made these traditional agricultural proverbs seem to have lost their original effectiveness. However, what we cannot deny is the wisdom and experience behind these proverbs. They are not only a tool for the weather, but also an expression of people's awe and gratitude for nature.
Nowadays, although we have more accurate weather forecasts, those agricultural proverbs that have been passed down for thousands of years still have their unique charm. They make us pay more attention to the environment around us and cherish the gifts of nature more.
Finally, let's review the topic of this article: the first day of the lunar month is closely related to the weather and annual scenery in the future. Although modern technology has provided us with more means, these traditional agricultural proverbs are still worthy of our respect and inheritance. Because they are not only a kind of **, but also a kind of awe of nature and love of life.