In rural areas, pig slaughter is not done casually, but has a traditional set of rules that are strictly followed by butchers to ensure that they do not bring unnecessary disasters to future generations.
First of all, the choice of time is crucial. According to tradition, the lunar calendar.
Fourth, sixth, and eighth days are taboo days and are not suitable for slaughtering pigs. On the contrary, the seventh day of the lunar calendar is considered the most suitable day for this activity, as it is said that the yang energy on this day is the most vigorous, helping to dispel bad luck.
In addition to the time being particular, there are certain pigs that will not be slaughtered. For example, pigs with five claws are not popular in the market due to their deformity, so they are also considered unlucky and not suitable for slaughter. Similarly, pregnant sows and lactating sows are not slaughtered, which reflects the respect for life and the importance of the reproductive process.
There is also an interesting rule, which is not to kill pigs on the day. This is because the day represents the pig in the zodiac, so it is considered bad luck to slaughter the pig on this day.
While these rules may seem a bit outdated in modern society, they actually reflect people's awe of the unknown and respect for life. These traditional rules are not only superstitions, but also the inheritance of culture and values.