With the sound of the first spring thunder, the prelude to the sting was opened. The spring thunder shook the earth, awakened the hibernating creatures, and brought about the rhythm of life. In the midst of this thunderous rumble, everything seems to hear the call of spring and begins to stretch out and welcome new life.
The 24 solar terms after the beginning of spring contain a strong traditional culture. Let's take a look at the traditions of this season and uncover the mysteries!
Snake Dance Prayer: In the sting season, there is a tradition of snake dance among the people. This is not a simple performance, but a blessing for the new year. Legend has it that the snake is a thing of yin and virtue, and through the snake dance, people expect to be blessed by the gods, drive away evil spirits, and welcome a prosperous and healthy New Year. The ancients believed that snakes belonged to yin virtue and could drive away evil spirits and avoid evil. The origin of the snake dance is related to the ancient farming culture, which means the expectation of a good agricultural harvest, and it is also an act of warding off evil spirits and praying for good fortune against epidemics.
Wake up the bear in spring: In some places, there will be an activity to wake up the bear in the spring on the day of the sting. This event symbolizes the awakening of hibernating animals and heralds the rejuvenation of the earth. People welcome the vibrant season by simulating percussion or dancing, symbolizing the new year. This activity has its origins in the ancient hunting culture, where people imitate the movements of bears to welcome the arrival of spring, hoping for good weather and a good harvest of prey in the coming year.
Basking in spring quilts: When it is stinging, people in some places will deliberately bask in spring quilts, which is to dispel the dampness and cold and welcome the warm spring. At the same time, there is also a tradition that basking in the spring quilt can cure illness and bring good luck to the whole family. The tradition of basking in spring quilts can be traced back to ancient times, when it was believed that spring quilts could absorb the warmth of the sun, and that dried spring quilts were more beneficial for health and thus became an important ritual.
Let us carry forward these beautiful traditions and inherit the essence of Chinese culture. What do you know about the custom of stinging? Come and share your story! @动态.
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