Birth, old age, sickness and death are human nature, which is also the law of nature, and no one can escape it. When a loved one passes away, the first thing to do is to handle the funeral.And when the funeral is over, the relics of the deceased will be sorted out, among which in the traditional culture of our country, when a person dies, his relics are usually burned. It is estimated that many people have seen this situation.
However, not all clothing has to be burned, and some relics not only cannot be burned, but must be left for future generations. In the folk, there is a saying that "relics are not burned, leaving rich descendants", which means that some relics are left for future generations, or a kind of wealth, which is beneficial to them. So, which relics can't be burned? Let's talk about this together.
In fact, this is also a traditional practice in our country, which has been done since ancient times. When a loved one dies, they try to burn their clothes.
And this is not entirely superstitious, but has a certain scientific basis. On the one hand, this is to prevent people from seeing things and thinking about others, so that family members and relatives and friends can hardly extricate themselves from grief. If you keep the relics and see them from time to time, you will think of your deceased relatives, so it is not good for them to come out of their grief. And after burning, it means that the deceased has left, and the living should live well.
On the other hand, bacteria and viruses may be present in the clothing worn or used by the deceased, and burning them can prevent the spread of diseases. Especially in ancient times, there were many plagues and infectious diseases, and the clothes they wore may have viruses and bacteria on them, and burning these used clothes is also for the health of their families and loved ones.
Literally, it means that there are four relics, and as many as possible are burned, because leaving them to future generations is also a treasure. And here are some of the relics that can't be burned:
1) **In ancient times, there may not have been**, but there were also portraits.
Whether it is a portrait or **, these are precious items that record the appearance of the deceased and his life. For family and friends, it is the best way to remember the deceased. Leaving ** can allow future generations to understand the family history and the life deeds of the deceased, and inherit the family culture.
And in my country's traditional culture, burning ** is also a taboo. Even if you pass away, you should keep it.
2) Notes, bills and some important documents.
Don't underestimate these things, many similar items are important documents such as property certificates, wills, contracts and so on. Staying can allow future generations to understand the family property, inheritance rights and other issues, and can also effectively avoid disputes between family members later.
3) Books and calligraphy and paintings.
Generally, books, calligraphy and paintings, etc., are the cultural wealth of the deceased during their lifetime, and they are also their spiritual sustenance. Staying behind allows future generations to learn knowledge and art, and pass on Chinese culture. At the same time, these items also have high collection value and commemorative significance. Especially for some celebrities, their paintings, calligraphy, books and other works also have a profound impact on the future.
4) Valuables used during your lifetime.
For example, valuables such as beds, furniture, jewelry, etc., which are the property and status symbols of the deceased. Leaving it to future generations is not only a memorial, but also a memorial.
In addition to the relics listed above, there are some other items that cannot be burned. For example, personal belongings such as letters and diaries of the deceased. In addition, some items with special significance, such as trophies, certificates, etc., also need to be left as a souvenir.
In short, for the relics that cannot be burned, we should take good care of them and pass them on. These items are not only a way to commemorate the deceased, but also an important vehicle for the transmission of family culture and history.
When dealing with the belongings of the deceased, we should respect the wishes and dignity of the deceased, while also taking into account the emotions and needs of the family. While preserving relics, we should also pay attention to hygiene and safety to prevent the spread of bacteria and viruses.
However, no matter how the relics are handled, we need to keep in mind the respect for the deceased and the inheritance of the family culture. Relics are not only a material wealth, but also a spiritual wealth and cultural heritage. By properly disposing of relics, we can allow the deceased to rest in another world, while also allowing the family culture and history to continue.