The history of the Chinese knot can be traced back to the ancient Neolithic period. At that time, before writing, humans invented the method of knotting ropes to remember things, using knots of different sizes and shapes to distinguish different things. Over time, people began to weave rope into various shapes and patterns, resulting in the formation of early Chinese knots.
In the long history of evolution, Chinese knots have been widely used in all aspects of life. It can be hung on the wall, on the door, or worn as an ornament. Chinese knots are also often used in religious ceremonies and folk customs. These knots not only have a beautiful appearance, but also carry the rich emotional sustenance of the ancients, with far-reaching meanings.
Most of the Chinese knots are round or nearly round in shape, symbolizing family harmony and happiness. At the same time, the color of the Chinese knot is mainly red, which symbolizes auspiciousness, happiness, and good luck. In some places, the elderly wear a special Chinese knot, which symbolizes longevity and health, symbolizing the continuity and completeness of life.
In ancient China, men and women often gave each other Chinese knots to express their love and lovesickness. When getting married, the bride and groom will also give each other Chinese knots, implying a happy marriage and a hundred years of good togetherness. "The dragon and the phoenix are knotted with silk, and the clouds are woven with color. One inch of concentric strands, a thousand-year-old flower", depicts a moving scene of a newlywed couple using a strand of long hair to make a concentric knot.
In addition, the decorations and patterns on Chinese knots often carry auspicious meanings, such as bats for "blessing" and fish for "more than every year". There is also a type of Chinese knot that is believed to have the magic power of the gods, which can ward off evil spirits and avoid disasters, and suppress evil spirits. As a talisman that condenses the concept of mystical religion, this kind of knot is also widely used among the people.
Nowadays, Chinese knots are one of the favorite jewelry items of modern people. It should be noted that there is a certain amount of attention to hanging Chinese knots. For example, relatively cloudy places such as kitchens, basements, and bathrooms are not suitable for hanging Chinese knots. Chinese pay great attention to aura, and should fully understand its meaning and taboos before hanging.