In traditional Chinese culture, respect for the elderly is a traditional virtue passed down from generation to generation. And doing longevity is already the most common thing.
Generally, as long as the parents reach a certain age, on the special day of the elderly's birthday, people are willing to celebrate in various ways, and many children will also make birthday wine for their parents, which is lively and festive, and at the same time expresses filial piety, congratulates the elderly on their health and longevity.
However, there is an ancient adage that says, "There are three longevitys, and future generations are blessed." This sentence points out that birthdays at certain ages, especially birthdays, should be treated with caution.
Less than 60 should not live a long life: be humble and obey the destiny of heaven
In traditional Chinese culture, the age of 60 is regarded as an important age node, and people often say that "30 is standing, 40 is not confused, 50 knows the destiny of heaven, and 60 ears are obedient".
Before the age of 60, people are often in the stage of career development and family responsibility, and life at this time is more about fighting for themselves and paying for the family.
Therefore, when a person is not yet 60 years old, even though he is over half a hundred years old, he should still be humble and obey the destiny of heaven, and it is not appropriate to live a long life.
Living a long life means looking forward to one's own lifespan, but at this age, one should be humble and cautious.
In addition, traditional Chinese culture believes that a person's life is early and late, and longevity should not be celebrated too early for the sake of enjoyment. Therefore, it is advisable to respect the mandate of heaven, be humble and proud, and not live a long life.
More than 90 years old should not live a long life: the pursuit of plain longevity
Ninety years old is an advanced age that a person can live to, and birthdays over 90 years old are rare and precious.
However, as the old adage goes, it is not advisable to live longer than 90 years old. This ancient precept contains another understanding of the longevity of life, that is, the pursuit of ordinary longevity.
In traditional Chinese culture, people pursue plain and long life, and pay attention to health and safety. And the longevity often brings a variety of celebrations, which may bring discomfort to the elderly, and even increase fatigue and physical burden.
Therefore, for the elderly who are already 90 years old, it is not a suitable choice to live a long life. It should be accompanied by family members and spend this special day warmly and peacefully.
Seventy-three and eighty-four years old should not live a long life: respect the way of age
The age of seventy-three and eighty-four has a special meaning in traditional Chinese culture. Seventy-three years old is called "Gu Xi", while eighty-four years old is called "Ear Shun". Both of these ages represent different stages and realms of life, and they also imply respect for age.
Celebrating a big birthday is often accompanied by excitement and celebration, but at these two ages, the physical condition and inner wishes of the elderly should be respected.
The age of 73 and 84 is already an achievement in life, and it should be treated with a peaceful mind, and it is not advisable to live a long life, so as not to bring unnecessary distress and pressure to the elderly.
In addition, there is also a saying that seven.
Ten. 3. Eighty-four is the age of the death of the ancient sages Mencius and Confucius, in order to express respect for these two great powers, it is generally not recommended that everyone spend their birthdays at this age.
However, the customs vary from place to place, and some places also promote them.
Seven. Ten. 3. Eighty-four birthdays, mainly because there is a popular saying, "Seven."
Ten. 3. Eighty-four, Hades has called you to consult."
So, seven. Ten.
3. Eighty-four is considered to be the two age hurdles of the elderly, and giving the elderly longevity wine can help the elderly successfully cross this dangerous period and achieve the goal of health and longevity.
Conclusion
There are three longevity but there are many blessings for future generations", this ancient precept contains a special view of the birthday of the elderly in traditional Chinese culture.
When celebrating the birthday of the elderly, especially at certain age nodes, people should be cautious, respect the age, conform to the destiny of heaven, and pursue a long and ordinary life.
However, after all, the above are some folk sayings, and everyone should look at them rationally, and they should not be absolutely followed.