A detailed introduction to the origin and customs of the Lantern Festival
The Lantern Festival is also known as the small first month.It is a national festival established by the "Battle of Pinglu".However, with the passage of time, this festival has gradually incorporated some Buddhist elements, so it was also called the Shangyuan Festival in the Tang Dynasty.Officials and common people generally "lit lanterns for Buddha" on the fifteenth day of the first lunar month, and Buddhist lights spread throughout the people.
As the ancient poem says:"With lights without the moon, it is not entertaining, and with the moon without lights is not spring." Only when the Lantern Festival comes on the fifteenth day of the first month It officially heralds the arrival of spring in the new year, so whenever this day comes, folks will carry out activities such as eating yuanxiao, guessing lantern riddles and walking hundreds of steps to add to the festive atmosphere of the festival.
A brief introduction to the origin of the Lantern Festival
It is said that Empress Lv was domineering and arrogant during the reign of Emperor Wen of the Han Dynasty, so Emperor Wen launched the "Battle of Ping Lu", which finally took place on the first lunar month of the lunar calendar.On the fifteenth day, he achieved victory and regained the rule of the dynasty belonging to the Liu family.Therefore, in order to commemorate this day, he gave amnesty to the world, which means to have fun with the people and celebrate the whole country.Even the low-status women in ancient times can go out to visit temple fairs and enjoy lanterns.".
Detailed introduction to the customs and habits of the Lantern Festival
Each traditional festival has its corresponding customs, and the Lantern Festival is no exception.The most important thing is to eat the Lantern Festival.Because this means that the family will be full, healthy and happy in the coming year.Secondly, people will also perform lantern riddle guessing activities, which are not only very intellectual and healthy, but also add a joyful and peaceful atmosphere to this festival.Finally, people will take a hundred steps after dinner, just as the saying goes:"walking a hundred steps after a meal, you can live ninety-nine", thus adding a good sign to people"s health.
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