As the bell of the New Year gradually fades away, the sixth day of the Lunar New Year quietly arrives, with a hint of unusual atmosphere. On this day, there are many interesting and unique customs among the people, which not only enrich our festival life, but also imply the beauty and hope of the new year.
Legend has it that the sixth day of the Lunar New Year is the day of the horse, which symbolizes the success of the horse and the success of the career. It is believed that doing some specific activities on this auspicious day will bring additional good luck and blessings.
The first to bear the brunt is to "send poor ghosts". On this day, every household is cleaned to clear away the bad luck accumulated over the years and welcome the fresh breath of the new year. The broom has become a magical magic weapon, waving it not only dusty, but also sweeping away poverty and misfortune. Children will also take part in the process, holding small figures cut out of multicolored paper in their hands, running out of the door happily, shouting "send the poor ghost" while burning the paper figures, symbolizing the removal of all unlucky things.
Next, there is the custom of horses. In rural areas, people celebrate by washing their horses and even decorating them with red cloth. In the city, although it is difficult to see real horses, people will buy accessories or toys with horse motifs, and they will have the good hope of "getting rich immediately" and "rising high immediately".
In addition, the sixth day of the Lunar New Year also has the tradition of "opening the door to the door". Merchants choose to open the market on this day, setting off firecrackers, hanging lanterns, and placing mascots, hoping to attract customers and have a good fortune. Customers are also happy to go out shopping at this time, as it is believed that shopping on the sixth day of the Lunar New Year will bring good luck, especially when buying goods in the shape of horses.
In terms of diet, I am also particular. Some regions in the north will make dishes such as "purslane", which is a homonym for "money immediately", and eat it as if the new year's wealth is rolling in. In the south, there is a habit of eating "six six great shun" cakes, sweet pastries not only taste wonderful, but also represent six things a year smoothly, all the best.
The sixth day of the Lunar New Year is a day of fun and anticipation. On this day, whether it is the traditional sending off of poor ghosts, or the special care of horses, or the lively scene of opening the door, people feel a strong festival atmosphere and infinite hope for the future. Let's make success together on the sixth day of the Lunar New Year in this happy and peaceful new year and welcome a more exciting new year!
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