As we all know, the Lunar New Year is one of the most valued festivals. Although the Spring Festival holiday has passed, according to custom, it is not over until after the fifteenth day of the first lunar month. Tomorrow is the 11th day of the first lunar month, and although it seems to be an ordinary day, it is rich in customs and activities. Let's learn about these traditions and customs, respect and pass them on.
1. Invite a son-in-law
To speak of this custom of feasting sons-in-law. In the past, it was often said that daughters would not return home after marriage so that they could only be with their families during the Spring Festival, and on the second day of the New Year, sons-in-law would usually visit their father-in-law's house. On the eleventh day of the first lunar month, the father-in-law's family will invite the son-in-law to the door as a return gift with a banquet, which we call "inviting the son-in-law", aiming to bring relatives and friends together, so as to increase family affection and relieve the daughter's homesickness. In addition, the leftovers eaten on the ninth day of the first day of the first month, in addition to the whole family sharing on the tenth day of the first month, there is still a surplus, so the eleventh day of the first month is used to entertain the son-in-law and daughter. This method is called "eleven sons-in-law", which embodies the fine quality of our Chinese nation's diligence and thrift.
Second, He Zigu
Let's talk about the cultural events that celebrate Zigu. Zigu is the goddess of the toilet in traditional Chinese mythology, which is derived from the names of Zigu, Toilet Girl, Mao Gu, Pit Gu, and Pit Three Girls. It is rumored that she was originally someone else's concubine, but was killed by the jealousy of his wife, and later God took pity on her and named her "toilet god".
3. Xingcai Bridge
Introduce the customs of Xingcai Bridge. This traditional and fun event is popular in Guangdong Province and has a long history of more than 800 years, making it a cultural event with a unique local character. In 2006, it was included in the valuable list of Guangdong's intangible cultural heritage. When night comes, the street lights and thousands of lights are lit up, and people will go to Caiqiao one after another. This not only expresses the good wishes of local residents to welcome the New Year and pray for happiness in the future, but also a folk art activity with the participation of the whole people, reflecting the wisdom and creativity of the people.
Fourth, eat brand zygotes
Let's talk about the custom of eating zygotes. On the 11th day of the first lunar month, Beijing citizens have the habit of eating brand zygotes, believing that "ten" symbolizes completeness and perfection, and adding "one" to "ten" is a new beginning. Since the pronunciation of "he" and "he" is similar, choosing this day to eat zygote means that the new year is harmonious and happy.
5. Cannon Dragon Festival
Introducing the spectacular Cannon Dragon Festival. China is known as the descendant of the dragon, and in many traditional festivals, people's deep reverence for the dragon is demonstrated. For example, in Binyang, Guangxi, the Cannon Dragon Festival on the 11th day of the first lunar month every year is not only lively but also the most solemn event in the tradition, which is even more lively than the Spring Festival. On the day of the gongs and drums noisy, the sound of firecrackers is deafening, the procession sings and dances, **melodious, countless cannon dragons leap like dragons in the city, people use firecrackers to blow up the dragon head to pray for good luck.
Sixth, pay tribute to old age
Finally, let's talk about "greeting old age". Usually the period from the first day to the fifth day of the new year is the time to "worship the early years", and after the fifth day of the new year is the beginning of the "old years", so that everyone can receive our hearts. Due to the busy schedule during the New Year, many relatives and friends were unable to pay New Year's greetings in time, so on the 11th day of the first lunar month, friends who had not paid New Year's greetings prepared a gift to offer a New Year's greeting. As the proverb says, "If you have the heart to greet the New Year, ten ** nights".
February** Dynamic Incentive Program All in all, the Spring Festival is the most important traditional festival in our country, from Chinese New Year's Eve to the Lantern Festival, there are 15 days, each day has a variety of customs, showing the Chinese's love for life and yearning for a better future.