What does the fixed date on the ecliptic mean?

The ecliptic is a traditional festival in China, and it is also an important festival in the twenty-four solar terms of the lunar calendar. It marks the official start of spring and indicates the work and harvest of farmers in the next year. It is said that the origin of the ecliptic date can be traced back to ancient astronomy. Refers to the time when the sun passes through vernal equinox on the ecliptic, which is equally divided between day and night.

The fixed date on the ecliptic is considered as the first day of the lunar calendar in China. People usually worship their ancestors on this day, celebrate the New Year and eat some special foods, such as glutinous rice balls. On this day, every household will post a door god to bless the family's safety and health. In addition, there are some traditional activities in many places, such as walking on stilts and dragon dancing, which usually last until the Lantern Festival on the fifteenth day of the first month.

Due to the arrival of spring, the arrival of the ecliptic will mark the awakening of all things and the arrival of vibrant spring. It is not only a traditional festival, but also an important symbol of China traditional culture. With the passage of time, many changes have taken place in China's society and culture, but as an important part of China's traditional culture, the ecliptic has always been cherished by people.