Today is the second day of the second lunar month, and it is also the traditional Chinese festival "Dragon Raising Head". This day marks the arrival of spring, the revival of all things, and the celebration of this wonderful day in various ways. In addition to haircuts, there are many other fun activities that we can do. In this article, we will explore together the customs and ways in which February 2 is celebrated in addition to a haircut.
February 2 is known as "Chinese Traditional Haircut Day", and there is a folk proverb that "February 2 shaves the dragon's head, and there is a spiritual head for the year". Therefore, on this day, every barber shop is full of people. The children shaved their heads and prayedHealthGrow and make great progress; And the adults shave the dragon head, symbolizing the farewell to the old and welcoming the new, and welcoming good luck.
Although haircuts are one of the important activities in February 2, we can also change themHairstylesto show off your spiritual head. Come to the barbershop and be bold and try something differentHairstyles, get rid of the ordinary and rejuvenate with new vitality. Whether it's cutting oneFashionableCoolHairstylesOr try a dazzling hair coloring experience, we can all change itHairstylesto show your personality and mental state.
The second day of February is between the rain, the sting and the spring equinox, which is the beginning of spring ploughing. On this day, the earth rejuvenates and everything recovers. FarmersIt is at this time that we begin to start our cultivation in preparation for the upcoming harvest season.
This festival is known as the "Spring Ploughing Festival" or "Farming Festival" precisely because it marks the beginning of spring ploughing. According to folklore, "on the second day of February, the dragon raises its head, and the crops are in the garden, looking forward to a good harvest". This proverb describes it vividlyFarmersWe love the spirit of farming and the expectation of a good harvest. During the Spring Ploughing Festival,FarmersThey will be busy cultivating the land to provide sufficient nutrients for the next year's crops. They would use the ploughing oxen as assistants, plough the fields, blend inNatureThe groove.
This festival also reminds us that the arrival of spring is not onlyNatureThe recovery and prosperity of people is also an opportunity for people to work hard. In this spring ploughing season, we can participate in various farming activities and experience the hard work and joy of farming. For example, we can participate in farm picking activities and experience fresh pickingVegetablesof joy; Or rent farmland for planting and plant a lush patch with your own handsPastoral
On the second day of February, folk food is associated with "dragon", which means auspicious. Various with the theme of "dragon".GastronomyVery popular on this day. Eating dumplings is called "eating dragon ears", and eating rice is called "eating dragon seeds", eatingRavioliIt is called "eating longan", and eating noodles is called "fulongsu". In addition, there is also "eating gentian" which means eatingDeep-fried cake, and "gnawing keel" means to eatTwist。Even the sweets are made in the shape of dragon scales, which are called "dragon scale cakes".
In addition to the above-mentioned various names in the name of "dragon".GastronomyThere is also a well-known custom of eating beanie. On the second day of February, there is a custom of stir-frying beans and eating beans in many places, which means that people pray for the dragon and hope that the wind and rain will be smooth and the grain will be abundant. Eating pacmen is not only symbolic, but also a common foodCultureExperiences that people can share together in a joyful atmosphereGastronomy
At the beginning of February, 200 insects recovered, attracting dragons to repel ants and ants. In the Ming Dynasty, people would use millet noodlesJujube cakeDeep-fried, or made into pancakes with dough and thinning, these foods are used to "lure the dragon and the worm out". In addition, people will also place fragrance and fragrance in the corners of their homesWormwoodto repel snakes, insects and musty smells.
This custom is based on people's observation and imagination of the revival of insects, so they hope to dispel the troubles of snakes and insects throughout the year through the ritual of leading the dragon. This traditional custom not only has the meaning of praying for blessings and warding off evil spirits, but also attaches importance to the hygiene of the home environment. On the second day of February, we can also learn from this custom to clean the home to remove snakes, insects and musty smells, so that the whole family environment is fresher and more pleasant.
In some parts of the north, there is also a unique custom of taking married daughters back to their parents' homes. It is believed that doing so will bring good luck and good fortune. On this day, the daughters return to their parents' homes to reunite with their families and enjoy a warm time.
This custom reflects the parents' desire and longing for their daughters to return to the family. By picking up their daughter back to her parents' home, family members are able to spend a happy time together and celebrate this special holiday together. It is also a continuation of traditional concepts, expressing the unity of the family and the importance of affection.
The second day of February is known as the Trekking Festival. According to legend, since the beginning of the Tang Dynasty,Chang'anOn this day, the people will go to the countryside and countryside together. People can bring baskets and hoes and go picking fresh wild vegetables. Spring isNatureIn the season of recovery, go to the suburbs and feel itNatureis a pleasant activity.
Walking is a kind of withNatureThe way to get close is to relax and enjoy the fresh air and beautiful scenery that spring brings. People can laugh and chase on the grass, or bask in the breeze and feel the healing and power of nature. Walking can also exercise the body, enhance the physique, and make us more energetic to welcome the new year.
The second of February is a holiday full of celebration and fun. In addition to haircuts, we can also celebrate by eating dragon food, participating in spring ploughing activities, returning to our parents' homes, and going out. These customs and activities show people's love for spring and their hopes for the future. Whether it is shaving our head or going green, it is an expression of our hope and spirit for the new year. Let's celebrate with our family and friends on the second day of February and share the joy and beauty of spring.