2023. 12.8 What is the lunar calendar?

65438+February 8, 2023, October 26 of the lunar calendar.

65438+February 8, 2023 corresponds to the lunar calendar of1October 26. This date may not be special to many people, but it has profound cultural connotation in the lunar calendar. October of the lunar calendar is a cold season, and it is the time for everything to collect and prepare for hibernation. The 26th happens to be the day when the moon phase is "the last quarter of the moon".

The first quarter moon is the beautiful gesture of the moon from the new moon to the full moon. In the eyes of the ancients, the last quarter moon symbolizes the gradual recovery of the moon and indicates the arrival of spring. Therefore, the 26th October of the lunar calendar is endowed with the meaning of hope and expectation. People pray for peace, health and happiness on this day, and look forward to a smooth and beautiful New Year.

The origin of the lunar calendar

The origin of the lunar calendar can be traced back to ancient China. In order to meet the needs of agricultural production, the ancients created twenty-four solar terms to guide agricultural production according to the changes of astronomical phenomena and animal habits. With the passage of time, people began to combine solar terms with agricultural activities, and gradually formed the basic framework of the lunar calendar.

In the lunar calendar, the division of months is related to the change of the moon. The ancients divided a year into twelve months by observing the periodic changes of the moon, and each month had a specific name and meaning. At the same time, the lunar calendar also takes into account the leap month in order to keep pace with the revolutionary period.

Besides agricultural activities and astronomical observation, the lunar calendar is also closely related to ancient astronomical calendars, philosophical thoughts and cultural traditions. For example, the 24 solar terms of the lunar calendar are not only related to agricultural production, but also reflect the ancient people's understanding and awe of nature.