In traditional Chinese culture, the thirteenth day of the first lunar month is regarded as a special day, and there are many customs and taboos on this day. Most of these customs and taboos are meant to pray for a safe and prosperous new year and family harmony. Let's take a closer look at the "2 eats and 3 taboos" on the thirteenth day of the first lunar month, so that you can understand the significance of this ancient tradition.
One, 2 eat
1.Eat glutinous rice balls.
On the thirteenth day of the first lunar month, many places have the custom of eating rice balls. Tangyuan is a traditional Chinese dim sum with a rounded shape, symbolizing reunion and happiness. Eating glutinous rice balls on this day means family harmony and a happy life. There are many flavors of glutinous rice balls, the common ones are black sesame filling, red bean filling, peanut filling, etc. On the thirteenth day of the first lunar month, many families will prepare the rice balls in advance, and wait until the evening when the family gets together to chat and communicate while tasting the delicious rice balls.
2.Eat pancakes.
In addition to eating rice balls, there is also the custom of eating pancakes in some places. Pancake is a crispy, simple pasta dish that is usually made with flour, water, and oil. On the thirteenth day of the first lunar month, some families choose pancakes as their staple food, believing that this will bring good luck and good omens. There are also a variety of flavors of pancakes, and various fillings such as vegetables and meat can be added according to personal preference. While tasting pancakes, you can also enjoy the warmth and harmony of the family.
2. 3 taboos
1.Don't go out and travel.
On the thirteenth day of the first lunar month, many people have the custom of resting at home, especially the elderly and children. This is because it is believed that going out on the 13th day of the first lunar month will bring bad luck and may even lead to accidents. As a result, many families choose to stay at home on this day and avoid traveling. If you do need to go out, try to choose a place close to home and take safety precautions before traveling.
2.Do not quarrel and fight.
On the thirteenth day of the first lunar month, family members should avoid quarrels and brawls and maintain a harmonious atmosphere. This is because it is believed that quarrels on the thirteenth day of the first lunar month will bring bad luck and affect the fortune of the family. If there is a conflict or disagreement between family members, it should be resolved through communication and negotiation to avoid emotional agitation or conflict. At the same time, when getting along with others outside, try to avoid quarrels or brawls and maintain good interpersonal relationships.
3.Don't break things.
On the thirteenth day of the first lunar month, one should be especially careful not to break things. If you accidentally break something, it will be considered a bad omen. Therefore, on this day, pay special attention to your behavior and avoid breaking things due to negligence. If something does break, don't worry too much, there are ways to defuse bad omen, such as wrapping it in red paper and throwing it away, or performing some blessing rituals.
In addition to these customs and taboos, there are also places where there are other special customs on the thirteenth day of the first lunar month. For example, in Jiangsu, people will eat noodles on this day, which means that the new year will be smooth and long-lasting; In Guangdong, there is a custom of eating lettuce, which means that the new year can be full of vitality and prosperity. Although these customs are different, they are all born out of people to pray for a safe and prosperous new year and family harmony.
In short, as a special day in traditional Chinese culture, the thirteenth day of the first lunar month has many customs and taboos that we need to understand and abide by. By understanding the meaning and origin of these customs and taboos, we can better inherit and carry forward the excellent traditional Chinese culture. At the same time, we should also pay attention to the importance of family harmony and interpersonal relationships, maintain a good attitude and behavioral habits, and bring good luck and happiness to ourselves and our families.