The 30th traditional customs of the Chinese New Year's Eve are fully analyzed, and the old and the new welcome welcome the happy new year
Chinese New Year's Eve, the name is full of strong traditional Chinese colors, representing the eve of the Lunar New Year and one of the most important days in the hearts of Chinese people - Chinese New Year's Eve. On this day, people will hold a series of celebrations, not only to welcome the arrival of the new year, but also to inherit and promote the traditional culture of the Chinese nation. Next, let's learn about the traditional customs of the first day of the Lunar New Year from morning to night.
i.Morning: Paste Spring Festival couplets and New Year paintings.
On the morning of Chinese New Year's Eve, the first thing people do is to paste Spring Festival couplets and New Year paintings. Spring couplets, also known as door couplets, are a traditional literary form used to decorate door frames and express blessings and auspicious wishes. New Year's paintings are used to set off the festive atmosphere, usually including Fu Lu Shou Samsung, door gods, etc. The appearance of these two paintings not only beautifies the home environment, but also implies people's yearning for a better life.
ii.Morning: Ancestor worship and New Year's ceremony.
Ancestor worship is one of the important customs on Chinese New Year's Eve. On this day, family members return to their ancestral homes to offer incense and toast to their ancestors to express their respect and remembrance for their ancestors. This ritual is both a remembrance of ancestors and a continuation of family traditions. After that, people carry out New Year's greetings to wish each other and convey the joy and hope of the new year.
iii.Noon: Reunion dinner.
The reunion dinner is the highlight of Chinese New Year's Eve. In Chinese tradition, the reunion dinner symbolizes family reunion and harmony. Reunion dinners are usually prepared sumptuously, with fish, meat, and vegetables. Among them,"Fish"This dish cannot be eaten in its entirety, because:"Fish"with"Every year"of"remaining"Unison. Fish"This dish cannot be eaten in its entirety. During the reunion dinner, the whole family sits together, talks and laughs, and shares the joy of family.
iv.Afternoon: Chinese New Year's Eve celebration and Spring Festival Gala.
The Chinese New Year's Eve vigil is an important event on Chinese New Year's Eve. On this night, people do not sleep, but keep vigil until the arrival of the new year, which means saying goodbye to the old and welcoming the new. During this period, every family will watch the Spring Festival Gala together, a TV program that integrates entertainment, culture and art, and has become a must-see program for Chinese to welcome the New Year. At the same time, at the same time as the Spring Festival Gala, people will also play traditional games such as playing mahjong, playing cards, and watching fireworks to add a festive atmosphere to the festival.
v.Midnight: fireworks and firecrackers.
At midnight, when the New Year's bell is about to ring, people celebrate with fireworks and firecrackers. The sound and light of fireworks symbolize the exorcism of bad luck and the arrival of good luck. At this time of year, the skies of cities and villages are lit up with colorful fireworks and firecrackers, bringing an auspicious and festive atmosphere to the New Year.
6. The first day of the Lunar New Year: visit relatives and friends.
On the first day of the Lunar New Year, people greet each other and visit relatives and friends. This is an important time to express blessings and improve relationships. Children also receive red envelopes, which is a traditional custom where elders show their love and blessings to children by giving them red envelopes. In addition, people also participate in dragon dances, lion dances, drumming, singing, and other celebrations to celebrate the arrival of the New Year and showcase the rich and colorful Chinese culture.
In short, the custom of Chinese New Year's Eve from morning to night shows the breadth and depth of Chinese culture. These traditional customs are not only to welcome the arrival of the New Year, but also to convey the excellent culture of the Chinese nation. By participating in these activities, people can feel the strong flavor and family affection of the New Year, and can also have a deeper understanding of the breadth and profundity of Chinese culture. On the occasion of bidding farewell to the old and welcoming the new, let us celebrate the arrival of the new year together, inherit and carry forward the traditional culture of the Chinese nation.