On the twenty-fourth day of the first month, the custom of "welcoming the fairy mother", * the identity of the "magic fairy mother".
Every festival in China contains a strong folk customs, and the 24th day of the lunar month is one of the most distinctive days. On this day, there is also a special custom among the people, which is to let the "Fa Miao Fairy Mother" bless and bless. So, who is this "Fa Miao Immortal Mother" who is sacred? Why is she trusted and worshiped by so many people?
1. The mythological origin and mythological origin of Fa Miao Xiangu.
Fa Miao Fairy, also known as Miao Fa Niangniang, Fa Miao Niangniang, etc., is a very influential Niangniang in Chinese national culture. Although the stories that have been circulated vary from place to place, they generally revolve around her kindness and wisdom. Fa Miao Immortal Mother, rumored to be the kindest and most beautiful goddess in the world, is not only born extremely well, but her magical powers are also endless. She is full of compassion and compassion, and is widely admired and loved by the world.
The religious activities of Fa Miao Fairy are closely related to the local ecological environment, history, and humanity in many areas. For example, some mountain dwellers believe that Nuwa is the "daughter of the mountain god" and has the ability to protect the forest and the earth. At the seaside, it is rumored that she is the wife of the goddess of the sea, who can protect the fishermen from going to sea safely and harvesting abundantly. This not only makes the image of the Buddha Miao real person fuller, but also more deeply rooted in the hearts of the people.
2. Midwifery on the twenty-fourth day of the first lunar month.
The twenty-fourth day of the lunar month is a major event to welcome the fairy mother. On this day, believers across the country have to carry out solemn sacrifices to protect the Fahua Fairy Mother. This etiquette generally consists of the following steps:
1.Building an altar: In the temple or in their own yard, the believers set up an altar, and the altar has various offerings such as flowers, fruits, cakes, etc., as well as special incense, candles, and coins. All the offerings are respectful and grateful to the Fa Miao Immortal Mother.
2.Chanting Buddha Prayers: Before the ceremony, a monk or Taoist person takes the lead in chanting a prayer for peace. They chanted the Buddha's voice aloud and prayed that her mother would come down to earth and bring blessings to the world. The sound of Sanskrit chanting echoed in the air, with a bit of solemnity and mystery.
3.Dragon Lantern Lion: Local devotees also hold dragon lanterns, lions and other activities to welcome the arrival of the "Fa Miao Fairy". In Chinese folklore, dragons and phoenixes are auspicious things, and jumping dragon lanterns can not only create a festive atmosphere, but also have the effect of driving away evil spirits.
4.Parade of Receiving Gods: At the climax of the celebration, the worshippers carry the Lotus Immortal Mother Elephant around the field. The statues are carved from fine wood or jadeite, and are decorated with different jewellery and ornaments. The devotees gathered around this Bodhisattva, stepping on the sound of gongs, drums, and firecrackers, and slowly walked forward, praying to the Bodhisattva, hoping that she would come into the world and bless them.
3. The role of Fa Miao Xian Gu in contemporary society.
Although with the progress of the times, the religious thought of human beings has also shown a trend of diversification, but the Fa Miao Immortal Mother is still a major folk belief deity in many places in China. Not only do they have to greet the Queen Mother with great grandeur on the twenty-fourth day of the first lunar month, but they also pray to her on weekdays for her blessing.
In addition, driven by the tourism boom, the "welcoming the gods" activities in some places have gradually formed a unique cultural landscape, and many tourists come here. It not only enriches people's spiritual life, but also creates new opportunities for local economic development.
Fourth, the cultural connotation of the mother of the honey.
Fa Miao Xianmu is an important religion of the Chinese nation, with a long history and cultural origins. This is not only the understanding and understanding of nature and society by the ancients, but also the desire and pursuit of a better life. Fa Miao Immortal Mother is a special religion, which contains profound folk knowledge, profound humanistic heritage and profound humanistic heritage.
In contemporary times, although the belief in Fa Miao Fairy has suffered a certain impact and impact, its impact cannot be ignored. This is not only a basic content of believers, but also a valuable asset for the development of local culture and tourism. Therefore, we should pay full attention to and safeguard this traditional religious culture so that it can better play its due function in contemporary life.
5. Concluding remarks.
In traditional Chinese culture, the midwifery on the 24th day of the second lunar month is not only an expression of religious belief, but also a cultural heritage. In this way, we can establish a deep and subtle relationship with the Fa Miao Fairy and feel her infinite compassion. It is both an integral part of the local culture and a major component of the local tourism industry, which brings a new life and charm to the city. In the course of future development, we must inherit and carry forward this traditional custom and make it shine more brilliantly in the new period.