In traditional Chinese culture, the 14th day of the first lunar month is a special day. On this day, there is a traditional custom of "Keeper of Wealth", which is said to bring good fortune and good luck. And this custom, which is closely related to "one keep, one try, one birthday", contains rich cultural connotations and wisdom of life. This article will delve into the old tradition of **, hoping to make readers understand and get rich early.
1. The God of Wealth
Keeping the God of Wealth is an important event on the 14th day of the first lunar month, and people worship the God of Wealth on this day in order to have good fortune in the new year. In traditional Chinese culture, the God of Wealth is divided into civil and military, the God of Literature and Wealth includes Bigan, Fan Li, etc., and the God of Wealth is represented by Zhao Gongming and Guan Gong. Different gods of wealth have different symbolic meanings and different ways of worship.
In addition to worshipping the God of Wealth, people will also place some auspicious items in their homes, such as kumquats and fortune trees, to pray for good fortune. In addition, some places will also hang red cloth or red paper at the door, with auspicious words such as "Fortune and Treasure" and "Day into Gold", which means that the new year is rich and prosperous.
Second, give it a try
On the fourteenth day of the first lunar month, in addition to worshipping the God of Wealth, there is also an important custom called "One Try". The so-called "try" is to try on new clothes and shoes, which means that the new year is a good omen. In traditional Chinese culture, new clothes and shoes are symbols of good luck, and wearing them can bring good luck and good mood.
In addition, "trying" has another meaning, that is, trying new opportunities and challenges. In the new year, people can take this opportunity to reflect on the past, plan for the future, and actively look for new opportunities and breakthroughs. Only in this way can we be invincible in the fierce competition.
3. Birthday
On the fourteenth day of the first lunar month, there is another important day, that is, the "first birthday". The so-called "first birthday" refers to the birthdays of some important historical figures. In traditional Chinese culture, these historical figures are regarded as heroes or saints, and their birthdays are regarded as important anniversaries.
One of the most important birthdays was Guan Gong's birthday. Guan Gong is one of the gods of martial arts and wealth in traditional Chinese culture, and his image of loyalty and courage is deeply admired by people. On Guan Gong's birthday, people hold grand commemorative activities, including sacrifices, performances, dragon dances, etc. These activities are not only to respect and commemorate Guan Gong, but also to inherit and promote traditional Chinese culture.
Fourth, understand early and get rich early
After learning about the old tradition of "one keep, one try, one birthday", we can't help but ask: how to integrate these traditions into modern life, and get rich early?
First of all, the tradition of "God of Wealth" tells us to cherish our wealth and resources. In modern society, financial management has become an essential skill. Only by mastering financial knowledge can you better plan your financial situation and avoid unnecessary waste and losses. At the same time, we must also learn to invest and start a business to increase our wealth in a reasonable way.
Second, the tradition of "give it a try" reminds us to be brave enough to try new things and opportunities. In today's fast-paced world, innovation and experimentation are the keys to success. Only by constantly expanding their horizons and abilities can they keep up with the pace of the times and seize more opportunities and development space. At the same time, we must also maintain a humble attitude and continue to learn and improve.
Finally, the tradition of "one birthday" tells us that history and culture should be respected and passed on. In today's society, with the progress of science and technology and the integration of culture, some traditional cultures are gradually forgotten and ignored. Therefore, we should strengthen our understanding and learning of traditional culture, and respect history and cultural inheritance. Only in this way can we better promote Chinese culture and enhance national pride and cohesion.
To sum up, the old tradition of "one keep, one try, one birthday" contains rich cultural connotations and life wisdom. By understanding and practicing this tradition, we will not only be able to better inherit Chinese culture, but also better plan our wealth and life. Therefore, let's understand early and get rich together!