Spring Festival folk customs on the thirteenth birthday of the first month, the god of the stove lights the stove lamp, and the folk taboo is interpreted
On January 13 of the lunar calendar, people call it "Dengtou's birthday". On this day, every family has to hold a special folk ceremony, and lighting the stove and welcoming the stove god is the most typical one. It is not only the expectation of the Chinese people for a happy life, but also the reverence for the gods in heaven, on earth and underground. This paper discusses this issue in detail, and analyzes its cultural significance and folk taboos.
1. The origin and meaning of "lamphead".
It is believed that those born on January 13 will be given special luck. Chinese believe that the lantern is a good day, a good day, and a day of prayer. On this day, the people hold a lantern lighting ceremony to show hope for life and drive away darkness and evil.
Second, the custom of lighting a fire.
On January 13 of the lunar calendar, many families will light a stove in their kitchen. The stove lamp is generally made of red paper or red candles, and is placed on the stove or in front of the stove god. Lighting the stove means wishing the whole family safety and abundant harvest. When lighting the stove lamp, you should also say some greetings, such as: Stove Lord, family members pray for peace and a good harvest and no misfortune. 」
In addition to lighting stove lanterns, there are also local ceremonies called "lantern races". The villagers used different materials to make lanterns of different shapes and styles, and went to the village and the street to perform and compete. It is not only the creativity and skill of the people, but also the people's desire and expectation for a better life.
3. Folk activities of Yingzao.
Every year on January 13, many families still have to go to pick up the stove god. The god of the stove is a major belief of the Chinese nation, and it has the role of protecting the safety of the family and the success of the career. When greeting the god of the hearth, sweets and snacks are placed on the stove, and then incense and candles are burned and prayers are prayed to the god of the hearth.
When greeting the Lord of the Stove, there are also many special customs. For example, sprinkling salt in the kitchen can ward off evil spirits and bad luck; Hang a red cloth in front of the door, or post a red pair to welcome your luck. These customs and habits reflect the people's desire and expectation for a better life.
Fourth, the folk taboo on the thirteenth day of the first lunar month.
On this day, in addition to the above-mentioned customs, there are many folk customs that should be paid special attention to. For example, ......
1.Don't use knives and scissors: On this day, in order to prevent loss of money or trouble, everyone tries not to use sharp objects such as knives and scissors.
2.Don't quarrel and quarrel: On the day of welcoming the Lord of the Stove, try not to quarrel and quarrel, because this is done to prevent offending the gods and inviting disaster for the family.
3.Don't say something unlucky: On this day, people should be extra careful when they speak, don't talk nonsense, and don't say something that is not auspicious or respectful to the gods, otherwise it will cause bad consequences.
4.Don't take a bath: Some regional customs believe that the thirteenth day of the first lunar month is the birthday of the god of water, so try not to bathe or touch the water, because this will offend the gods.
5.Don't go out on an empty belly: On January 13, in order to prevent going out on an empty stomach to avoid bad luck, on the 13th, everyone should not go out on an empty stomach, but add more food before going out to increase appetite.
5. Concluding remarks.
The thirteenth day of the third lunar month, known as the "birthday of the lamphead", has strong folk customs and cultural implications. Folk activities such as "lighting the stove", "connecting the stove" and "worshipping the stove" not only convey new hopes and expectations, but also reverence for heaven, earth and gods. At the same time, it also reminds us to pay attention to family harmony, respect the gods, and maintain a positive attitude.
While inheriting this custom, it is also necessary to follow some folk taboos, so that a family and everyone can have a peaceful and peaceful life.
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