In traditional Chinese culture, the first month is a month full of festivity and peace, the old people often say: "the first month is not the end of the year", which not only means that the new year still maintains the festive atmosphere during the first month, but also expresses people's good expectations and blessings for the new year, today is the eleventh day of the first month, according to the traditional customs, people need to "do 2 things, eat 4 things", which means that in the new year, the wealth is abundant, auspicious, prosperous.
Edit1. Invite a son-in-law
In the bustling New Year, there is a very important thing, that is, to invite the son-in-law, according to the traditional custom, on the eleventh day of the first month, the daughter and son-in-law must return to their parents' homes to greet their parents and elders. This custom is not only a courtesy, but also an expression of emotion and a manifestation of filial piety.
The daughter and son-in-law walked into the door of their parents' house hand in hand, with happy smiles on their faces. They bowed to the elders sitting in the hall and wished them good health and good luck. The elders responded with smiles on their faces, telling them to live a good life and grow old together.
On this important day, family affection and love are intertwined, forming a warm and touching picture. The daughter and son-in-law took the opportunity to express their gratitude to their parents for their nurturing grace. At the same time, it is also a good opportunity to strengthen communication and exchange between family members.
In the process of greeting the New Year, everyone sat together, sharing the bits and pieces of the past year, and talking about future plans and expectations. In this warm atmosphere, each other's hearts have been communicated and understood more deeply.
The custom of inviting a son-in-law on the eleventh day of the first lunar month is not only a continuation of tradition, but also a transmission and cohesion of emotions. It brings family members closer together and deepens the bond of affection. Through this custom, we can not only feel the breadth and profundity of Chinese culture, but also appreciate the importance of family and the preciousness of family affection.
Edit2. Send lanterns
Flower lanterns are traditional Chinese handicrafts and an important part of traditional Chinese culture. On the 11th day of the first lunar month, people send lanterns they make or buy to temples or ancestral halls to pray for the blessings of the gods and the peace of their families. Sending lanterns is not only a way to express respect and prayers, but also a way to inherit and promote traditional culture.
Flower lanterns, a traditional handicraft with a strong cultural heritage, occupy a pivotal position in Chinese culture. It is not only an ornament, but also a spiritual sustenance and cultural inheritance. Under the reflection of the lights, people can see their own shadows, which makes the lanterns a symbol of hope. On the special day of the 11th day of the first lunar month, people send their elaborate or purchased lanterns to temples or ancestral halls to express their respect and prayers to the gods.
There are many types of lanterns, with different shapes, from exquisite palace lanterns to simple folk lanterns, each of which has its own unique charm and meaning. These lanterns are made with people's wisdom and painstaking efforts, conveying people's yearning for a better life and prayers for family safety. When these lanterns are lit in the temple or ancestral hall, the whole space is filled with peace and tranquility.
Sending lanterns is not only a traditional custom, but also a cultural inheritance. In today's society, although the process of modernization is accelerating, people's respect for and inheritance of traditional culture has never weakened. On this day, young and old, they will participate in this activity, make or buy a lantern by hand, and place their wishes. And this wish is not only for himself, but also for the prosperity of his family and country.
As an important part of traditional Chinese culture, lanterns have transcended the material level and become a kind of spiritual sustenance and cultural inheritance. The custom of sending lanterns has allowed people to find a carrier to express their respect and prayers in their busy lives, and also allowed traditional culture to continue and carry forward.
Edit1. Eat chicken
In traditional Chinese culture, the chicken represents the spirit of courage and perseverance. Eating chicken on the 11th day of the first lunar month means moving forward bravely and pursuing excellence in the new year.
2. Eat fish
In traditional Chinese culture, fish represents surplus and wealth every year. Eating fish on the 11th day of the first lunar month means that you will have good fortune and a smooth career in the new year. The third is dumplings. Dumplings are one of the traditional Chinese foods and represent reunion and harmony.
3. Eat dumplings
Eating dumplings on the 11th day of the first lunar month means family harmony, happiness and health in the new year. The fourth is the box, which is a traditional Chinese pastry and a food that represents reunion and harmony. Eating the box on the 11th day of the first lunar month means that the family will be reunited and live in harmony in the new year.
4. Eat the branded box
It is an ordinary day, but it has become very meaningful because of a special custom. On this day, people leave their busy work schedules and return home to enjoy the time spent with their families. And in this warm moment, a delicacy becomes an indispensable embellishment, and that is the baked box.
Branded box, a traditional delicacy rich in regional characteristics, its production process is not complicated, but it requires exquisite skills. First of all, choose the best flour, add the right amount of water, and knead repeatedly until the dough becomes smooth and delicate. Next, the dough is rolled out into thin slices, coated with a special filling, and wrapped to form a perfect semicircle. Finally, place the pan and slowly bake over low heat until the surface is golden brown and crispy.
And the filling of this dish is also very particular. Fresh vegetables, such as leeks and eggs, are usually used and served with an appropriate amount of minced meat to create a rich taste. At the same time, some seasonings, such as salt, soy sauce, etc., are added to make the filling more delicious. When the box is out of the pan, the aroma is full of mouthwater.
On the day of the 11th day of the Lunar New Year, families sit together, taste delicious baked boxes, and share each other's stories and laughter. This dish is not only a taste enjoyment, but also an emotional sustenance. It represents the warmth of home and the bond of family affection, so that people can feel endless warmth and happiness in their busy lives.
According to the old man, the fifteenth day of the first lunar month is the new year, so on the eleventh day of the first lunar month, in addition to the things to do and the food to eat, it is also necessary to maintain some customs and habits for the New Year. For example, keep your home clean and hygienic, and don't litter and debris; Keep the tradition of New Year's greetings alive and send blessings to elders and friends; Keep the tradition of reunion alive and try to go home and eat with your family.
Editor's son-in-law refers to the daughter's husband, which is a term between the daughter and the son-in-law. Returning to her parents' home refers to a married woman returning to her parents' house after marriage, usually refers to an act of returning home to visit relatives after being separated from her husband for a period of time, and the relationship between a son-in-law and her daughter is established through marriage and is a legal kinship. Returning to her parents' home is a traditional custom, which is the embodiment of the affectionate relationship between a daughter and her parents.
The son-in-law's status in the parents-in-law's family is relatively independent, and he needs to respect and abide by the rules and habits of the parents-in-law's family. The daughter is the master when she returns to her parents' house, and she can freely enjoy the care and love of her parents, while the son-in-law's responsibilities and obligations at the parents-in-law's house are also relatively limited, mainly to respect and care for the daughter. When a daughter returns to her parents' home, she needs to take on more responsibilities and obligations, such as taking care of her elderly parents and handling family affairs.
The relationship between the son-in-law and the daughter is established through marriage, and once the marriage relationship is dissolved, the relationship between the son-in-law and the daughter will be dissolved accordingly. The traditional custom of returning to her parents' home will not disappear when the marriage relationship is dissolved, and married women can still return to their parents' home to visit relatives after divorce.
The terms son-in-law and return to the mother's house occupy an important place in the family relationship of married women, but the meanings and contexts they represent are significantly different. Son-in-law, the title behind it is an intimate relationship based on marriage, which represents a social contract and family responsibilities. Returning to her parents' home is more of a traditional custom, a way for married women to express their attachment and respect for their parents.
When dealing with the relationship between a son-in-law and a daughter, we should be fully aware of the social nature and legal constraints of the marriage relationship. This means that as a son-in-law, you will not only have to care for and take care of your wife's emotional needs, but also take on responsibilities as a family member, including providing for the family, educating the children, etc. At the same time, as the parents of the daughter, we should also respect and understand the daughter's choice, give the son-in-law enough trust and support, and jointly create a harmonious and happy family environment.
The maintenance of the traditional custom of returning to one's parents' home also requires our attention. For many married women, returning to their parents' home is a form of spiritual sustenance and emotional comfort. In this process, the mother's family should be warmly hospitable, caring and considerate, so that the married daughter can feel the warmth of home and the power of family affection. At the same time, married women should also cherish the time they spend with their parents, and take the initiative to care for and take care of their parents' physical health and emotional needs.
Although both sons-in-law and returning to their parents' homes are important parts of a married woman's family relationship, they involve different rights and feelings. In dealing with these two relationships, we should pay attention to the balance and harmony between them in order to achieve harmony and stability in the family. Only in this way can we truly understand and respect the status and value of women in the family, and work together to create a loving and caring family environment.
EditOverall, the 11th day of the first lunar month is a day of auspiciousness, prayers, and blessings. By doing "do 2 things and eat 4 things", we can not only help us inherit and carry forward traditional culture, but also make us auspicious, prosperous, happy and healthy in the new year. At the same time, it is also necessary to maintain some New Year's customs and habits to show respect and inheritance of traditional culture.