Kunpeng Project
On the thirteenth day of the first month, the custom of "Yang Gongji" explores the mystery of its Chinese
The thirteenth day of the third month of the lunar calendar, also known as "Yang Gongji", is one of the most important traditional festivals in China. Although the Spring Festival is not as famous as other festivals in people's lives today, as an ancient nation in China, its history is very long and rich. So, what is "Yang Gongji" and what are its customs?
First of all, there is a preliminary understanding of the origin of the term "Yang Gongji". According to legend, this festival originated from a general named Yang Su during the Southern Song Dynasty. Yang Su was called "Yang Gong" because of his outstanding exploits in the war, and his death was on January 13. In the folk, "Yang Gongji" is regarded as an ominous day, so it is called "sheep sacrifice".
In this case, what is the "Yang Gongji" festival all about? First of all, in order to avoid misfortune, on this day, everyone will try to avoid going out. This is especially important for fishermen who fish at sea. They believed that "Yang Gongji" would encounter a storm or a shipwreck when he went to sea on this day, causing disaster to himself.
In addition, some special customs are also held at home. For example, on the night of the 13th day of the lunar calendar, some areas will light lanterns and hang them in front of their homes or on the side of the road to ward off evil spirits and protect peace. In some areas, Lantern Festival and zongzi are eaten, which is a festival that symbolizes family reunion and harmony.
In addition to the above-mentioned folk customs and rituals, Yang Gongji also contains special cultural implications. "Yang Gongji" is a festival related to gods in folklore. People in some regions pray to gods such as Lao Jun and the Jade Emperor on this day, hoping that they will be blessed and that their families will be safe. In some areas, divination, divination, and other methods are also used to calculate their fate.
Overall, although "Yang Gongji" is not as famous as other festivals, the cultural heritage and folk concepts contained in it are very profound. The understanding and inheritance of this kind of folk activities and the cultural connotations contained in them can not only deepen the understanding of the traditional culture and history of the Chinese nation, but also inherit and carry forward the precious national culture of our country.
In addition, there are also many health customs in "Yang Gongji". For example, people in some areas feel that "Yang Gongji" should not eat tofu, green onions and other things on this day, these things are easy to produce "qi" and are harmful to the human body. Instead, we should eat more glutinous rice, rice cakes and other foods, which means sticking to health and longevity. In addition, people will also make red bean rice on this day to ward off evil spirits.
In addition to the above-mentioned customs and habits, Yang Gongji also has certain ethical implications. In China, the "Celestial Master's Day" and "Guandi's Birthday" are generally regarded as the third day of the third lunar month. In traditional Chinese culture, Guan Gong is considered a symbol of loyalty and bravery, so the festival is also used to promote the idea of "loyalty and righteousness". In some areas, people will worship Guan Gong on this day, hoping to be protected by loyal spirits. "Yang Gongji" is also seen as a warning to people to always be cautious and not to show their faces on this day, otherwise it will invite disaster.
In modern times, people have forgotten the ancient festival of "Yang Gongji". However, "Dream of the Red Chamber" is an integral part of traditional Chinese culture, and the ideas and ideas contained in it still play an irreplaceable role today. Inheriting and carrying forward the fine traditions of the Chinese nation will not only enable us to understand the breadth and profundity of the Chinese nation, but also enable us to better inherit and develop it.
In order to make people have more awareness and attention to the traditional festival of "Yang Gongji", some areas have carried out corresponding folk activities. For example, in some areas of Zhejiang Province, a cultural festival is held every year on the day of "Yang Gongji", and the cultural connotation and values of the Dragon Boat Festival are displayed through folk performances, cultural exhibitions and other ways. In addition, some social groups or institutions will also hold relevant celebrations and folk activities during the Dragon Boat Festival, so that people can better integrate into the atmosphere of the Dragon Boat Festival.
Generally speaking, "Yang Gongji" is a major aspect of traditional Chinese culture, and the ideas and ideas it contains still play an irreplaceable role today. Understanding and inheriting the fine traditions of the Chinese nation and deepening our understanding and respect for all ethnic groups is the inheritance and development of national culture and customs. In today's globalized context, pluralistic civilizations and mutual respect have become particularly important, and the "Yang Gongji" festival reflects China's national spirit and values.