The fourth day of the Lunar New Year is an auspicious day, and we must remember to welcome 1, throw 2, eat 3, and pick 4
The fourth day of the new year is an auspicious day, auspicious and auspicious, and the lucky star is the head. All over China, every family is filled with a festive atmosphere, and every family is making various arrangements for the new year and preparing for the coming year. From the dawn of the morning to the arrival of night, every moment is filled with a strong New Year's atmosphere and strong wishes.
First, welcome the god of the stove.
The fourth day is the day of the return of the god of the hearth. In the profound folk culture, the god of the stove is the protector of the fire and food in the family, and its appearance is not only closely related to the daily life of the people, but also a profound symbol of family harmony and prosperity. Therefore, every household has reverence and expectation for the god of the stove, and carefully prepares for the return of the god of the stove.
Before welcoming the arrival of the Stove God, the whole kitchen must be cleaned up and made clean and clean. In addition to expressing deep respect and gratitude to the god of the stove, such careful cleaning is also to let the god of the stove see the hard work of his family members in a clean environment and give them more blessings.
When the sky was getting dark, the kitchens of each house had already placed all kinds of tributes. Chicken, lamb, pork, all kinds of fresh fruits, all kinds of delicacies, are all placed on delicate tableware, and the fragrance is overflowing. All the offerings are carefully selected by each family in order to achieve a good harvest and a good harvest in the coming year. When worshipping, according to the etiquette of the ancients, every action is full of respect for the god of the stove.
During the ceremony to welcome the god of the stove, people burn incense and worship him, wishing him continued to bless the health of the whole family and a happier and happier family in the coming year. This seemingly simple ritual actually contains the desire of human beings for a better life, as well as endless reverence for the gods.
When you are in the smoke, you will feel that you are in the arms of the god of the hearth, the solemnity and holiness that make people's souls be washed and sublimated.
2. Abandon the old and cloth the new.
The fourth day is a traditional festival for the Chinese, and it also has a special meaning, that is, the day of losing poverty. It is a bid farewell to poverty and misery and the arrival of a new year. On this day, every household has to carry out a general cleaning, throwing out all the old things, old things, and sundries in the house one by one, which means to sweep out all the bad luck and unhappiness.
This time the cleaning was not just about throwing items aside. This is more like a kind of spiritual baptism, which can allow people to vent all the negative emotions and psychological burdens accumulated for a long time. When people tidy up, choose and discard, they not only tidy up their lives, but also unconsciously sort out their mess, leaving a broad spiritual space for the new year.
During this period, we often think deeply about the experience of the past year, summarize the experience, learn from the experience, and find motivation from it. In this way, we can have a clearer vision, more confidence, and more confidence to meet the various challenges and opportunities in the new year. Therefore, the "Poverty Abandonment Festival" is not just a physical clean-up, but a kind of spiritual rebirth and sublimation.
This day is not only a purification of the body and spirit, but also a new attitude and attitude towards every moment of life to come. We will no longer stick to the old ideas and attachments, but embrace all the possibilities and variables in life with a more open and optimistic attitude. Such a change not only makes everyone full of confidence and vitality in the New Year, but also full of infinite possibilities and expectations for the future life.
3. Enjoy the deliciousness.
The food feast on the fourth day of the new year adds a touch of color to this festive holiday. On this day, leftovers from the 30th to the 30th to the 30th year of the Chinese New Year's Eve were reprocessed and turned into a hodgepodge that filled the kitchens of each family. This cooking method not only shows the fine character of the Chinese people who are industrious and thrifty, but also makes people deeply appreciate the warmth and beauty of life while tasting the deliciousness.
When eating a hodgepodge, in addition to the pleasure of taste, it is more important to pay attention to the balance and nutrition of the food. They will choose foods rich in protein, vitamins and minerals, and combine them with the main foods to ensure that the body absorbs various nutrients. Such subtle dietary care not only shows modern people's yearning for health, but also shows that modern people value and improve the quality of life.
On the fourth day of the new year, in addition to the smorgasbord with unique flavors, there are many other mouth-watering traditional snacks. Dumplings, rice cakes, rice balls, these things that symbolize family reunion, happiness, and beauty will appear on every family's dinner table on this day. Not only is it delicious and nutritious, but it also carries the warm wishes of the family to live a better life. The family sat around a table, eating delicious food and enjoying the joy of the fourth day of the new year.
Fourth, welcome the God of Wealth.
On the fourth day, it was time to welcome the God of Wealth. In folklore, the God of Wealth represents wealth and auspiciousness, which can bring great wealth to people and make life happier. Therefore, after 9 o'clock on Chinese New Year's Eve (usually 12 o'clock at midnight), everyone sets up incense tables and offerings (such as three animals, fruits and vegetables, etc.) at home, and burns incense to welcome the God of Wealth.
When welcoming the God of Wealth, pray with a pious heart and make some wishes. Pray to the God of Wealth to bless yourself and your family with good luck, wealth and good fortune throughout the year to make life happier. At the same time, we should also pay attention to our own behavior and habits, adjust our psychological state, and use a positive attitude to meet the challenges and opportunities of life. Such a desire and pursuit of a better life not only stimulates our fighting spirit, but also brings us new vitality and expectations.
The custom of "welcoming wealth", except for individual, private, private, commercial, and commercial, is carried out on this day. They would set up an incense table in front of the shop or company and light incense to welcome the incoming wealth. This is done to pray for prosperous business, abundant wealth, and good luck in the coming year. The pursuit and thirst of businessmen for commodities is not only a reflection of the public's economy and market awareness, but also a powerful impetus to the entire social and economic development.
In conclusion, the fourth day is a joyful and peaceful festival. On this day, the people welcome the god of the stove, abandon the old things, enjoy delicious food, welcome the god of wealth, and place their expectations for the new year and the yearning for life. It not only enriches the material life of the people, but also conveys the people's desire for a better life and their belief and expectation for tomorrow. They give us more awareness of the joy and beauty of the moment, and at the same time bring more life and hope for the new year.
There are many other ways to celebrate. Some traditional customs such as sticking Spring Festival couplets, hanging lanterns, and setting off firecrackers make the atmosphere of this festival more intense. Through various forms of performances, it not only increases the atmosphere of the festival, but also makes the people appreciate the charm and power of national traditions. In this way, we can deepen our understanding and affection for our nation, so that our national culture can be inherited and developed.
The customs and etiquette on the fourth day of the new year not only have their profound cultural heritage, but also their long historical heritage, and also contain the people's desire for a better life, faith and expectation for the future. They make people feel the beauty and joy of life, and arouse the yearning and pursuit of the future. On the occasion of the New Year, let us continue the good customs and etiquette to make life more colorful. In this process, we should enjoy the time we spend with our families and enjoy the fun of life with them. Let us not forget the original goal in our busy life, have a passion for life, have a belief and expectation for the future, and create a better tomorrow together!