On the sixteenth day of the first month, the Spring Festival has not yet settled, and we are still intoxicated with a strong New Year's atmosphere, but at the same time, the new year has quietly kicked off. On this day, we ushered in many traditional customs and activities, the most important of which is "do three things on the sixteenth day of the first lunar month, and bring good luck to the year". Behind this ancient tradition is a rich cultural connotation and folk feelings. Let's explore these ancient and meaningful customs!
First of all, the first thing on the sixteenth day of the first lunar month is to "walk through all kinds of diseases". This custom originated from the ancient people's value for health and life. On this day, we step out of our homes and on the road outdoors, visiting every corner of the city. This is not only a physical exercise, but also a kind of spiritual purification and yearning for a better life in the new year. When we take firm steps to drive away the sickness and bad luck in our bodies and welcome a healthy and happy future, our mood becomes extraordinarily bright and comfortable.
Walking through all kinds of diseases contains the care of health and the yearning for a better life. On this special day, let us put down our busy work, go out of the house, blend with nature, and feel the vitality and beauty of life.
Then, the second event on the 16th day of the first lunar month is the "lantern viewing". On this day, both the city and the countryside are enveloped in a sea of lanterns. Whether it is colorful lanterns or gorgeous and dazzling lanterns, they are all flashing with festive light. People go out to enjoy the various lanterns and pray for a good harvest and happiness in the coming year.
Viewing lanterns is not only a beautiful enjoyment, but also a inheritance of traditional culture and a beautiful expectation for the future. On this day, let us immerse ourselves in the sea of lanterns, feel the blend of tradition and modernity, and appreciate the charm and emotional sustenance of ancient culture.
Finally, the third thing on the sixteenth day of the first lunar month is to "bask in bad luck". On this day, if the weather is fine, every household will take out the bedding, clothes, curtains, etc. at home to dry. This is the so-called custom of the ancients to "sweep away the obscure sun", which is intended to expose all the unlucky old qi to welcome the good luck and auspiciousness of the new year.
Basking in bad luck is not only the cleanliness and hygiene of the family, but also the beautiful expectation for the future and the yearning for auspiciousness. On this day with strong folk customs, let us work together to send away all the old and bad luck at home, and prepare a fresh and clean home for the arrival of the New Year.
Why did our ancestors emphasize these three things on the 16th day of the first lunar month? First of all, this day is the first full moon day of the new year and the beginning of the lunar year, and it contains great symbolic meaning. Through these meaningful customs and activities, we can bring good luck and blessings to the new year.
Secondly, these traditional customs and old traditions are the cultural treasures of the Chinese nation, and inheriting and carrying forward these traditional cultures can enhance our cultural self-confidence and national pride.
Finally, these traditional practices also contribute to community cohesion and social cohesion, as well as to the physical and mental health of the family. Through these traditional activities, we can not only promote communication and interaction between family members, but also enhance the emotions and friendship between neighbors, and jointly create a warm and harmonious community environment.
All in all, the old saying "do three things on the sixteenth day of the first lunar month, and bring good luck to a year" contains rich cultural connotations and life wisdom. As we begin the new year, let's pass on and carry forward these traditions and practices together to bring good luck and happiness to ourselves and our families. Let's cherish this time with family and friends and spend a holiday full of warmth and good memories together.
On the sixteenth day of the first lunar month, walking on the road of the intersection of tradition and modernity, you can feel the charm and emotional baptism of ancient culture. On this special day, let's welcome the arrival of the new year with gratitude and hope!