The second day of the second lunar month is called "the dragon raises its head", and it is also the ** Dragon Festival and the Spring Ploughing Festival.
Folk legend "On the second day of February, the dragon raises its head; The big warehouse is full, and the small warehouse flows", in some places in the yard with stove ash sprinkled into a large circle, the five grains are placed in the middle, implying that the five grains are abundant, and the warehouse is full.
Since ancient times, people have revered the dragon as a symbol of good luck.
On the second day of the second lunar month, different folk activities will be held all over the country to welcome this festival full of hope and vitality.
In this festival, people not only express their admiration and prayer for the dragon, but also convey their yearning and pursuit of a better life.
Therefore, all the customs on this day are related to the dragon, and they are all carried out around the "dragon", such as eating dragon food, racing dragon boats, dancing dragon boats, dipping dragon energy, touching luck, and praying for good luck in the new year!
There is a saying among the people: "In February, the second dragon raises its head, does 1 thing, eats 3 things, and the people are prosperous."”。Don't lose the old tradition, what is this to do 1 thing and eat 3 things? Let's take a look!
February 2, shave the dragon's head", folk traditional customs, the day the dragon raises its head is a good day for "haircut", people believe that this day the dragon will wake up from hibernation, raise its head**, bring good luck and auspiciousness for the year. Therefore, many people will choose to get a haircut on this dayBoys, in particular, are meant to be able to welcome a new beginning and be lucky.
The dragon raises its head, spring returns to the earth, and everything recovers. This day is not only an auspicious day for haircuts in traditional folk customs, but also a symbol of people's expectations and hopes for a new life.
The barbershop is bustling inside and outside, with constant laughterEveryone has chosen to get a haircut on this day, which means cutting off old troubles and welcoming good luck and auspiciousness.
There are also some people who choose to get their own haircut at home on this day. While getting a haircut, I silently recited auspicious words, hoping that this year would bring more good luck and happiness.
In addition, people will also place some auspicious items in their homes, such as dragon-shaped ornaments and flowers, to pray for family safety and career success.
In terms of eating, February 2 has a lot of special foods. For example, people will eat pancakes, which is called "eating dragon scales"; Eating rice is called "eating longan"; Eating noodles is called "eating dragon whiskers"; And eating dumplings is called "eating dragon ears". Of course, there is also the saying that "the dragon raises its head and eats the pig's head", so the pig's head meat is also a must-eat delicacy on the second day of February.
It is common to eat these 3 things:
1.Pancakes
The folk have the custom of eating pancakes on the second day of February, and the pancakes are also called "dragon scale cakes", which entrusts people's wishes for the blessing of the dragon, the wind and rain, and the abundant harvest of grains.
In the early morning of February 2, the smell of pancakes wafts from the kitchens of every house. Although the preparation of pancakes may seem simple, it contains a rich cultural connotation.
Flour, water, eggs, and leeks are stirred into a batter, then fried on a pan until golden brown on both sides, and a thin pancake is ready. And on this pancake, people can use endless creativity to roll up a variety of dishes they like to eat.
Such as tender green lettuce, fiery red peppers, golden corn kernels; There are also a variety of delicious meats, such as tender chicken, mellow beef, and delicious seafood. Each ingredient has been carefully selected and cooked to ensure that the pancakes are nutritious and delicious.
2.Noodles
On this day, there is a custom of eating noodles in many places. Eating noodles on the second day of the second month of February is called "eating dragon whiskers", which means smooth and smooth. It represents people's wishes for good weather and abundant crops in the new year.
The custom of "eating dragon whiskers" not only satisfies people's taste buds, but also makes people feel the profound cultural connotation and national emotions in it. It is not only a kind of food, but also a kind of spiritual sustenance, a kind of yearning and pursuit of a better life.
3.Dumplings
In many parts of the North,On the second day of February, dumplings should be eaten, commonly known as "eating dragon ears". Dumplings are one of the traditional Chinese delicacies, and in the north, dumplings are indispensable on the table during every major traditional festival.
On the second day of February, when the dragon raises its head, no matter whether the family is rich or poor, people will put a plate of steaming dumplings on the dining table, which means family reunion and happy life.
Dumplings with thin skin and filling,The shape is like an ingot, which means that the wealth is extensive. The shape of the dumplings resembles an ear, so it is also called "dragon ear", which means that eating the dragon ear can bring good luck and good luck.
In addition, February 2 also has some particularities and taboos. For example, women are not allowed to do needlework on this day for fear of stabbing the dragon's eyes. Nowadays clothes are bought, and there is almost no needlework left.
In conclusion, on the second day of February, a traditional festival, people pray for good luck and a good harvest in the coming year in various ways.
Finally, on this special day, I would like to send my most sincere wishesFebruary two dragon raised its head, may you have a successful career, step by step; Live a happy life, happiness and health!
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