In China's long history, there are many profound folk traditions and funeral customs. Among them, "burying three trillions, descendants of nobles" is a topic full of mystery and far-reaching implications. The ancient belief is that the occurrence of three specific auspicious signs during the burial process is a sign that the family will prosper and that the descendants will become noble. What are the three trillion?
First, let's take a look at "Beasts from the Graves". In the worldview of the ancients, certain animals such as snakes and turtles were regarded as rui beasts because of their longevity, stability or spirituality. If you encounter these beasts when digging the tomb, it will be regarded as auspicious from the sky, which means that the soul of the deceased has been blessed by the gods, and the descendants will also be helped by nobles, and the fortune of the family will rise step by step.
Secondly, there is the phenomenon of "growing grass next to the grave". When precious and auspicious plants such as reishi, orchids, and ginseng grow naturally around the cemetery, people will interpret them as nature's praise and blessings for the deceased. This vibrant scene is a sign that the family will live like Seocho and that future generations will enjoy endless happiness and glory.
In addition, "the coffin has a strange sound" is also one of the important auspicious signs in the eyes of the ancients. At the time of burial, if there is an unexpected sound similar to the ringing of a bell or bell in or around the coffin, it is regarded as a symbol of the rest of the soul of the deceased and the guidance of the gods. Such a voice not only comforts the grief of the living relatives, but also allegorizes the possibility of prominent figures in the family in the future, leading the family to greater glory.
In fact, we all know that these funeral customs and mysterious sayings that have been passed down in ancient times have to a large extent conveyed the good wishes of the ancients for a happy life and a prosperous family, as well as the deep wishes for the peace of the soul of the deceased. Although modern scientific concepts cannot empirically verify the "mysterious power" of these phenomena, their role in the psychological level cannot be ignored.
Positive psychological cues can often stimulate people's positive attitude, giving them the courage and motivation to face life's challenges. For those who still follow the traditional funeral customs, encountering the so-called "three trillions" during the burial is not only a respect and remembrance of the ancestors, but also a maintenance of the family's sense of honor and belonging.
Through such rituals, it not only strengthens the bond and emotional bond between family members, but also continues the cultural bloodline of the Chinese nation, so that future generations can remember the dedication and teachings of their ancestors, so as to cherish the present more and strive to create the future.
Although many traditional funeral customs have been simplified or presented in new forms in modern society, the core of them - reverence for life, love for family and inheritance of history and culture, has always been an important cornerstone for maintaining social harmony and promoting good family customs. Therefore, even in today's rapid technological development, understanding and respecting the deep meaning behind these traditional customs is of great significance for us to build a harmonious society and inherit the national spirit.