In traditional Chinese culture, every day is given a special meaning and expectation. On the twenty-sixth day of the first lunar month, this day is regarded as a special day by many believers - the day when Guanyin Bodhisattva opens the library. On this day, people flock to the temple to pray for peace, auspiciousness, and prosperity in the coming year with a pious heart.
Guanyin Bodhisattva, as the embodiment of compassion in Buddhism, has always been deeply respected and loved by people. With her infinite compassion and wisdom, she helps sentient beings to free themselves from suffering and gain inner peace and tranquility. And the twenty-sixth day of the first lunar month is given a special meaning. Legend has it that on this day, Guanyin would open her treasury for people to borrow for wealth. This is a kind of faith, but also a kind of yearning and pursuit of a better life.
On this day, people flock to the temple to worship with offerings, flowers, and fruits. In this way, they hope to receive the blessings and gifts of Guanyin Bodhisattva and make their lives better. And Guanyin Bodhisattva will also use her compassion and wisdom to fulfill people's wishes, giving them hope and strength.
In Guangdong, there is also a special custom on the 26th day of the first lunar month - lettuce meeting. On this day, people go to the temple to pray for lettuce, red eggs, fruits, and rice to go home. These objects symbolize good fortune, good luck, and peace. In this way, people hope to bring the compassion and blessings of Guanyin Bodhisattva home, so that their families can live a long and safe life.
Lettuce is not just a simple custom, it is very rich. On this day, people will gather together to perform big operas, sing eight sounds, lion dances, perform martial arts, wander gods, grab fireworks and so on. These activities not only enrich people's lives, but also inherit the long history and culture of the Chinese nation.
However, behind these customs and beliefs, we should also see the wisdom and philosophy contained in them. Respect for nature, cherish life, and pursue a better life ......These are all values that have always been emphasized in the traditional culture of the Chinese nation. And these customs and beliefs are the embodiment of these values in life.
Of course, in modern society, we may not be able to fully understand and accept these ancient legends and beliefs. However, this does not prevent us from drawing wisdom and strength from them, so that they can become the driving force and support for our pursuit of a better life.
Finally, I would like to say that no matter when and where we are, we should maintain a heart of awe, respect nature, cherish life, and pursue beauty. At the same time, we should also inherit and carry forward the long history and culture of the Chinese nation, so that they can shine brightly in our lives.
May our life become better and better, and may our motherland's great rivers and mountains become more and more beautiful.