In our rural areas in southwest Lu, the New Year hangsGenealogyIt is an important custom. GenealogyIt is important to record the names of the deceased ancestors in a large familyCultural relics, representing the blood and inheritance of the family. It is considered a family symbol and carries people's admiration and nostalgia for their ancestors. According to tradition,GenealogySucceeded by the eldest son of the family, he is invited to the chief position in the living room of the family every year on the thirtieth day of the Chinese New Year's Eve and hangs it on the wall to show the respect and worship of the family. Our house has always been hung at my mother-in-law's house, and she is responsible for keeping itGenealogy。But as time passed, the mother-in-law grew older and no longer had the strength to take care of this important responsibility. Eventually, our family decided to do soGenealogyWelcome back to my home and take on the responsibility of carrying on the tradition.
Expanding: hangingGenealogyThe process contains a strong family feeling. The Chinese New Year's Eve is allFamily membersOn the morning of the reunion, the family got up early to prepare everything for this important ceremony. The mother-in-law and her husband invited in turnGenealogyon the ancestors, expressing respect and longing for them. It was as if they were talking to the elderly, inviting the grandmother and the grandfatherGo home for the New Year, let them find a seat and sit down, and enjoy the feast of reunion together. The mother-in-law said that she would lead the whole family to kowtow to the grandmother to pay New Year's greetings, which symbolizes the close connection and blood inheritance between the family and the ancestors. InChinese New Year's Eve dinnerBefore, a solemn and solemn ceremony was held, and the adults of the family were present togetherGenealogyKowtow before and formally invite grandmothers and grandfathers to guard the peace and happiness of the family. The scene of offering in front of the temple is a concrete manifestation of traditional beliefs and family cohesion. The rigor and solemnity of burning incense, burning candles, and kowtowing reflect the admiration and remembrance of ancestors. At this moment, the atmosphere of the family is solemn and warm, and memories and expectations are intertwined, as if they have traveled through time and space, connecting the past and the future.
At my house, invitedGenealogyThe question of ownership has led to a small battle for power and responsibility. Since the traditional New Year's greeting custom is made by the familyThe younger generationIt is my family to be responsible for kowtowing to the deceased elders and paying New Year's greetings to the surviving elders, according to traditional customsGenealogyThe owner is responsible. However, since our family is the youngest in the family, and my mother-in-law is still alive, it has not been implementedGenealogyCommitment plan. However, as my mother-in-law got older, we began to think about how to properly carry on the inheritanceGenealogyproblems.
Expanding: Behind the struggle for power and responsibility is the collision between family tradition and reality. Family rules are often strict and structured, but over time, a new generation of young people has gradually changed their understanding and attitude towards tradition. HangGenealogyThe problem has become a symbol of the inheritance of tradition and a subtle node in the relationship within the family. Our family has always been worried that no matter what, my mother-in-law will always be there, so there has been no substantive action on this issue. However, as time went on, we began to realize,GenealogyThe inheritance should not only look at whether there are elderly people alive, but also see the interests and development of the whole family. So, the mother-in-law said that she no longer had the strength to take care of itGenealogyIt was time for us to finally decide to take on this responsibility.
After some deliberation, we decided to addGenealogyPlease come to my house. As the eldest son in the family, according to family tradition, it is my responsibility to take overGenealogyof the work. But because my family is the youngest in the family, and my mother-in-law is still alive, letGenealogyReturning to my home is not an easy task. However, my mother-in-law is over 70 years old, and everyone doesn't want her to go to the old yard alone, so we decided to come to my house for one night on the day of the Chinese New Year's EveGenealogyNaturally to our home.
Expand: The memories of the family will live on in a new destination. WhenGenealogyWhen it was handed over from my mother-in-law's hands, a heavy responsibility and trust also came. I understand that this is not just an honor, but also a respect and inheritance for the family. My family has put together a living room for displayGenealogyand holding family gatherings. Every year on the thirtieth day of the Chinese New Year's EveGenealogyIt will be solemnly hung on the wall, becoming a witness and spiritual support for family reunion. This decision was supported and approved by the family, and everyone hoped for itGenealogyTo be able to truly return to our home and let the memories of the family continue to live on in a new home.
InGenealogyAfter returning to my home, we had a wonderful moment of family reunion. On the afternoon of the thirtieth day of the Chinese New Year's Eve, the husband and the little uncle respectfully willGenealogyPlease come to my house and get ready for this special day. InGenealogyAround four o'clock in the afternoon after arriving, I still haven't eatenChinese New Year's Eve dinnerBefore, we went to the old grave to specially invite the grandmother and grandfather of the family to express our respect and longing for our ancestors. When I got home, my husband respectfully invited my grandmother and grandfather to their seats, as if talking to the elderly, inviting them to celebrate the New Year with us and let them enjoy the reunion to the fullest. The mother-in-law also said that she would take the whole family to kowtow to the grandmother to show her reverence for the ancestors.
Expanding: The warmth and joy of family reunion fills our home. Chinese New Year's Eve dinnerPreviously, members of our family participated in the New Year's greeting ceremony togetherGenealogyKowtow to express respect and blessings to your ancestors. There were 10 of us in our group, and our mother-in-law led us to kowtow together, which was a solemn and cohesive ceremony. After kowtowing, we enjoyed it togetherChinese New Year's Eve dinner。My mother-in-law's presence allows me not to worry about the New Year's greetings in the hospital, she will take care of the arrangements, and we only need to follow her instructions. InNew Year's DayWe go together to meet family and friends to welcome the new year and enjoy the moment of family reunion.
This year, the atmosphere of our family reunion is even stronger. New Year's DayAt noon, we got together for a reunion dinner at my house. My husband specially prepared a sumptuous table of dishes, including his specialty pot of stewed chicken and steamed tempeh in a large pot. Everyone ate happily and contentedly, and laughter and blessings filled the room. In the evening, according to tradition, the adult males of our large family would gather together to drink and eat and spend a rare moment together. This year, it is my family's turn to be the host, and the whole family is invited to my house for dinner. The adult males of the family are all here, and we are hereGenealogyIn front of them, they got together, chatted about their feelings for a year, and asked each other about their recent situation. The party lasted until late, and although I had to clean up late, I felt extremely happy and satisfied.
This year's big party has also become meGenealogyThe testimony of formal belonging, the inheritance of the family is reflected at this moment. MeGenealogyIt was inlaid on the wall of my living room and became a symbol of the family. This is not only the glory of our family, but also our respect and commitment to family traditions. GenealogyThis is just the beginning, and we will continue to uphold this responsibility and protect itGenealogy, inherit the blood and memory of the family.
HangGenealogyIt is an important traditional practice that represents the continuation of the family and the inheritance of traditions. In this era of globalization, we are increasingly exposed to people everywhereCultureand customs, but family traditions and memories are something we must cherish and pass on. Each family has its own traditions and customs, and we should keep these traditions while adapting to the changes of the times and integrating them with modern life.
GenealogyIt is the foundation of a family, recording the history of the family andBlood relationship。It represents the continuity and longevity of the family. The inheritance and inheritance of family tree is an important responsibility and obligation, which requires the joint efforts of everyone in the family. We should be respectfulGenealogy, study the family history, understand the roots and origins of the family, so as to better inherit and develop the familyCultureand wisdom.
At the same time, we should also adapt to the changes of the times and integrate traditional customs with modern life. In hangingGenealogyIn the process, we can add some modern elements to make the family tradition more innovative. For example, you can use it inGenealogyThe ** and personal information of family members are recorded through scientific and technological meansGenealogyDigital, so that family members can consult and update at any time. You can also hold some family activities to bring family members closer together and inherit and develop the family togetherCulture
Thinking and perpetuating family traditions is eachFamily membersresponsibilities and obligations. We should cherish itGenealogyThis is preciousCultural relicsProtect it with care and pass on the family's traditions and memories to the next generation. Only in this way can our family continue to develop and grow, and it is not only the bloodline that will be passed on, but also the spirit and wisdom of the family.