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The second dragon raising its head in February is a very unique and important one of the traditional Chinese festivals. In ancient astronomy, it was observed that the Oriental Celestial Constellation, that is, the dragon-shaped constellation rises from the eastern horizon in the spring, which is called "dragon raising its head". The presence of this astrological sign corresponds to rainfall, so the ancients believed that dragons were in charge of rainfall, which in turn determined the harvest of agriculture and thus affected people's living standards. As a result, the dragon became the most important "totem" in agrarian societies, and people were full of awe and worship for the dragon.
Regarding the birth of the "February Two Dragons Raising Their Heads" festival, although this festival has a long historical origin, it really became a national festival and appeared in the literature after the Yuan Dynasty. In the farming culture, the "dragon raising its head" indicates that yang energy is generated, rain increases, and everything is full of life. Therefore, people choose this day to carry out various celebrations, praying for good weather and good weather, driving away evil spirits and disasters, and receiving auspicious transport. In the folk, on the day when the second dragon raises its head in February, there are three major customs: shaving the head, avoiding taboos, and eating, which means that it is a good omen to lift up for a year.
Shave the faucet. The shaving of the head is given a special meaning on the second day of February, and the children's haircut is called "shaving the happy head", which means to bless the healthy growth of the child and get ahead when he grows up; Adult haircuts are meant to say goodbye to the old and welcome the new, hoping to bring good signs and good luck. Therefore, shaving your head on this day is not only to maintain personal hygiene and image, but also to pray for good luck, happiness and well-being.
The taboo of the dragon head festival.
Do not move the needle and thread. On the second day of February, it is believed that moving needles and threads will harm the dragon's eyes, so it is necessary to avoid sewing, embroidery, and other tasks that require the use of needles and threads. This taboo reflects reverence for the dragon god, who is regarded as the deity in charge of rainfall, which is essential to agrarian societies.
Avoid carrying water. On the second day of February, it was taboo to carry water, believing that the dragon would come out for activities that night, and it was forbidden to carry water by the river or well, so as not to disturb the dragon's movements. This reflects the respect and reverence that the dragon's actions bring good luck and a good harvest.
Do not grind the surface. Stone grinding is used when grinding noodles, and the sound of the stone grinding will disturb the dragon god, so it is taboo to grind noodles on this day. This taboo is also based on respect for the dragon god, hoping to avoid interfering with the dragon god's activities.
Do not break the ground. On the second day of February, it is believed that the groundbreaker will offend the dragon god and affect the fortune and harvest of the coming year. As a result, works such as groundbreaking are usually avoided on this day.
Do not say unlucky things. On the second day of February, it is believed that speaking unlucky words will bring bad luck and misfortune. Therefore, on this day, pay special attention to your words and avoid saying unlucky things.
Let's talk about food and drink. The food customs on this day of the dragon's head are very rich, and many foods are associated with the "dragon", which means good luck, good luck and good harvest.
Eat spring cakes. Spring cakes are figuratively called "eating dragon scales" on this day because the shape of spring cakes resembles dragon scales. Spring cakes are simple to make, and can be wrapped and eaten with a variety of dishes, such as meat such as sauced pork, elbow, smoked chicken, and duck in sauce, as well as vegetables such as stir-fried leek sprouts with shredded pork, stir-fried spinach with shredded pork, and mung bean sprouts cooked in vinegar. Eating spring cakes means biting off the dragon scales and praying for a smooth and good year in the new year.
Eat pork head. On the second day of February, there is a custom of eating pig's head, nibbling pig's trotters and biting pig's ears, which are regarded as symbols of good luck and abundance. People are buying pork head meat in the hope of a good omen for the New Year. In ancient times, the pig's head was also an offering to the ancestors and to the heavens. Eating pig's head meat means raising the head of the dragon, hoping to achieve success in the new year and rise step by step.
Eat dumplings. Dumplings are figuratively called "eating dragon ears" on this day. Some of the shape of dumplings resemble ingots, and some resemble ears, implying that wealth is rolling and good luck is coming. In addition, people will also wrap various auspicious fillings in dumplings, such as meat and vegetable filling, which means wealth and hope that the new year will be prosperous.
Eat fried oil cakes. Fried oil cake is called "gentian eating" on this day. The fried oil cake is golden in color, and the taste is delicate and fragrant, sweet and delicious. Eating fried oil cake means eating gentian, hoping to be healthy and safe in the new year.
Eat dragon beard noodles. On this day, the dragon's beard noodles are called "dragon's beard". It is believed that eating dragon beard noodles can be smooth and smooth. The dragon's beard noodles are thin and long, resembling a dragon's beard, implying longevity and health.
In addition, there are some places that will have their own unique food customs. For example, eating wontons is called "eating longan" because the shape of wontons resembles longan; Eating rice is called "eating dragons", which means that the family is full of children and grandchildren and the family is prosperous. The food customs on this day of the dragon's head are very rich and diverse, and they are all related to the "dragon", which means auspiciousness, good luck and good harvest.
Okay, that's it for today, I'm Fengyan Shilu. In a complex and ever-changing world, we must stick to our beliefs and dreams, move forward bravely, not afraid of difficulties and setbacks, strive to pursue ideals and goals, and write wonderful life stories for ourselves. After the baptism of wind and rain, you can enjoy the beauty of the rainbow. Stranger, come on!