Spring Festival is one of the most important traditional festivals in China and one of the most beloved festivals of the Chinese people. On this special occasion, people participate in a variety of customs and activities to attract fortune and pray for good luck. Below, I will introduce you to some of the common prosperous customs during the Spring Festival.
1.Sweeping the house: A few days before the Chinese New Year, people will thoroughly clean and clean their homes to clean the old year to welcome the arrival of the new year. Such a custom represents good luck in removing bad luck and welcoming the new year.
2.Paste Spring Festival couplets: During the Spring Festival, every household will paste Spring Festival couplets, especially on both sides of the gate. Spring Festival couplets are written with couplets that imply auspiciousness and happiness, and it is believed that this will bring good luck and auspiciousness.
3.Planting flowers: During the Spring Festival, many people will place a variety of flowers in their homes or yards, such as peach blossoms, plum blossoms, orchids, etc. These flowers symbolize auspiciousness, goodness, and reunion, while also helping to increase people's vitality and mood.
4.Firecrackers: Firecrackers are one of the most lively celebrations during the Chinese New Year. It is believed that the sound of firecrackers can drive away evil spirits, dispel mildew, and bring good luck and good luck. In addition, the sound of firecrackers can also welcome the arrival of the new year and symbolize the farewell to the old and the welcome to the new.
5.Have a reunion dinner: During the Spring Festival, families will gather together for a sumptuous reunion dinner. The meal symbolizes reunion and happiness, and it is believed that the whole family coming together will bring good luck and a good year.
6.Worship the gods and ancestors: During the Spring Festival, people will burn incense to worship the gods and pray for the blessings of the gods. At the same time, they will also worship their ancestors and express their reverence and gratitude to their ancestors. It is believed that the blessings of the gods and the blessings of the ancestors will bring them good luck and peace.
7.Red envelopes to visit relatives and friends: During the Chinese New Year, older members will give out red envelopes to underage children. The red envelope contains a certain amount of money, symbolizing the good luck and blessings brought by the big red envelope. At the same time, people also visit each other's family and friends to wish each other a happy New Year, good health, and happiness and well-being.
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