Introduction to the origin of winter solstice

Introduction to the origin of the winter solstice: The winter solstice originated from the ancient farming society in China, and was originally a farming solar term.

In ancient times, it was observed that the winter solstice was the southernmost point of direct sunlight in the northern hemisphere, and it was also the time with the shortest day and the longest night. This observation attracted people's attention, and they began to hold a celebration ceremony on the day of winter solstice as an important date commemoration. The earliest record of winter solstice in the history of China can be traced back to Zhou Li, which stipulates that winter solstice is one of the important solar terms in a year.

Sacrifice to the sun in winter: In ancient times, people held a grand sacrifice ceremony from the winter to the sun, with high pay. They believe that worship can pray for harvest and peace.

Visiting relatives and friends: The solstice in winter is also an important day for relatives and friends to get together. People will take advantage of the winter solstice to visit relatives and friends and spend the cold winter together.

Watch the sunrise: the sunrise from winter solstice is the latest in a year, and many people will get up early to watch this magnificent scene to show their awe of everything in the world.

Cultural value of winter solstice

1, Reunion Missing: The solstice in winter is an important day for family and friends to reunite, which reflects the values that China people attach importance to family reunion. No matter where you are, people will think of their distant relatives and express their thoughts and blessings.

2. ignite hope: the solstice of winter marks the beginning of winter, which symbolizes darkness and cold. People hold celebrations to light the light of hope, which indicates that warm and bright spring is coming.

3. Inheritance of traditional culture: As a traditional festival in China, winter solstice bears rich cultural connotations. Understanding and celebrating the winter solstice can promote the inheritance and development of traditional culture in China.