The Lantern Festival, a festival full of strong folk customs, has bloomed its unique brilliance on the land of China since ancient times. On this day, every household is immersed in the atmosphere of celebration, all kinds of folk activities emerge in endlessly, and among them, the saying "Lantern Festival is empty, wealth is not empty" is deeply rooted in the hearts of the people. So, what exactly does this "emptiness" refer to? Why do they occupy such an important position in the celebration of the Lantern Festival?
First of all, let's understand the background of the "Lantern Festival** empty". This tradition stems from ancient Chinese beliefs and customs, which believe that following certain customs on specific festivals will bring good luck and wealth to the family. As a traditional festive festival, the Lantern Festival has naturally become a moment for people to place their good wishes. And "emptiness" is the essence of these customs, which have been passed down from generation to generation.
So, what exactly are the five types of non-emptiness that "*emptiness" refers to? They are:
1.*Meals are not empty**: On the day of the Lantern Festival, families gather together to share a hearty dinner. This is not only to satisfy the appetite, but more importantly, it means family reunion and abundant food and clothing. In traditional Chinese beliefs, family reunion and prosperity are the cornerstones of a happy life, so the idea of not having an empty meal has become an important part of the Lantern Festival celebrations.
2.*Lights are not empty**: The Lantern Festival is also known as the "Festival of Lights" because on this day, people hang all kinds of lanterns to light up the night sky. The lantern is not only a decoration, but also carries a symbolic meaning to drive away the darkness and bring light. At the same time, lanterns are also seen as a symbol of good luck, and hanging lanterns can bring good luck and prosperity to the family.
3.*Oil is not empty**: The oil referred to here actually refers to fuels, such as kerosene, diesel, etc. In ancient times, fuel was an indispensable material in family life, and on the day of the Lantern Festival, people would light candles at home, symbolizing a prosperous life and a prosperous career. In modern society, although the types of fuel are more diverse, the tradition of oil is still alive and has become a way for people to express their good wishes.
4.*Fruit is not empty**: On the day of the Lantern Festival, a variety of fruits will be placed in the home, implying the peace of the four seasons and the abundance of grains. Fruits are not only delicious but also nutritious, symbolizing the richness of life. At the same time, different fruits also represent different auspicious meanings, such as apples for peace and oranges for auspiciousness.
5.*The warehouse is not empty**: The warehouse is not empty, which means that the granary cannot be empty. In traditional Chinese agrarian society, grain is a symbol of family wealth, and a full warehouse of grain means abundance and tranquility in life. In the celebration of the Lantern Festival, people pray for a good harvest and abundance in the coming year in various ways.
Through the above detailed explanation of "Lantern Festival", we can see the profound cultural connotation of this traditional custom and people's pursuit of a better life. In traditional Chinese culture, the Lantern Festival is not only a festival, but also a carrier that carries people's emotions, beliefs and hopes.
With the changes of the times and the development of society, the traditional customs of "Lantern Festival" are constantly evolving and innovating. However, its core meaning and spiritual connotation have always been the same, that is, to express people's yearning for family reunion, life prosperity and a better future. In this festival full of joy and peace, let us inherit and carry forward this beautiful traditional custom together, and add more color and meaning to our lives.
In addition to the traditional custom of "Lantern Festival** empty", there are many other celebrations and customs of the Lantern Festival. For example, riddle guessing is a classic activity of the Lantern Festival, where people use riddles to enlighten wisdom and increase the festive atmosphere. The dragon and lion dances are to drive away ** and pray for peace and auspiciousness; There are also places where a variety of events are held, such as fireworks displays and lantern exhibitions. These activities not only make people feel a strong festival atmosphere, but also inherit the excellent traditional culture of the Chinese nation.
In addition, the Lantern Festival is also a time to express emotions and convey love. On this day, people give gifts to their loved ones to express their love and blessings. Therefore, the Lantern Festival is also a romantic and warm festival, allowing people to feel the beauty and power of love.
To sum up, as one of the important traditional customs of the Lantern Festival, "Lantern Festival" carries people's beautiful yearning for family reunion and rich life. By following this traditional custom, we can not only feel the breadth and profundity of Chinese culture, but also add more auspiciousness and happiness to our lives. In this festival full of joy and peace, let us inherit this beautiful traditional custom together, so that happiness and auspiciousness will always be with us.
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