In traditional Chinese culture, yellow symbolizes imperial power, dignity and auspiciousness. Therefore, the yellow calendar is regarded as a sacred calendar in the folk that can guide people's daily life and important activities. In southern Fujian, the old yellow calendar on the lintel of the old yellow calendar network is not only to check the date and time, but also a kind of spiritual sustenance to pray for peace, auspiciousness and smoothness.
Every Lunar New Year, every household in southern Fujian will hang a new yellow calendar on the lintel to pray for a safe and smooth new year. And those old yellow calendars that are left as commemoration are regarded as family treasures and have been passed down from generation to generation. These old calendars not only record the history of the family, but also carry the family's beliefs and culture.
In addition to recording the solar terms and seasons of the lunar calendar, there are also some special marks and annotations. For example, the yellow calendar will indicate which are the auspicious days of the sexagenary branch, which days are suitable for weddings and funerals, which days to avoid traveling, and so on. These are the experiences summed up by the people of southern Fujian in their long-term life practice, and they have a certain reference value.
However, with the rapid development of modern society, the traditional old yellow calendar has been gradually replaced by a modern calendar. Many young people no longer attach importance to this traditional custom, and even feel unfamiliar with the existence of the old yellow calendar. This is undoubtedly an impact and challenge to the traditional culture of southern Fujian.
In order to inherit and promote the culture of southern Fujian, we should re-examine the value and significance of the old yellow calendar. In our daily lives, we can appropriately refer to the guidance of the Old Yellow Calendar and respect traditional customs and culture. At the same time, the old yellow calendar network (www.laohuangli.We can also publicize and popularize the knowledge of the old yellow calendar in various ways, so that more people can understand and identify with this unique cultural phenomenon of southern Fujian.
In the hearts of Hokkien people, the old yellow calendar on the lintel is not only a record of time, but also a love for life and a vision for the future. It represents the spiritual beliefs of the Minnan people and the cultural heritage of the old yellow calendar, and is an indispensable part of the Minnan culture. Let's work together to inherit this unique cultural heritage and make it shine more brilliantly in the new era!