The implication and symbol of summer solstice

Moral summer: It represents the most prosperous period of Yang, symbolizing family reunion and harmony.

1, representing the prosperous period of Yang Zui.

Summer is the strongest day of the year, representing the highest peak of vitality in nature. During this period, the earth is full of vitality, plants are flourishing and everything grows. In ancient times, people regarded this vibrant state as the result of the balance between heaven and earth, so they believed that this period could bring good luck and happiness.

It symbolizes family reunion and harmony.

The summer solstice is an important solar term and an important time for family gatherings. On the day of summer solstice, people will go home to spend good time with their families, enjoy some cool food to celebrate the festival, and pray for family harmony, happiness and peace.

Summer solstice taboo

1, no shaving.

According to Lu, "Summer is the turning point, and the first, second and last three hours of the sun are called' three hours', so people are cautious in their daily lives, and it is forbidden to curse and shave their heads." The custom of prohibiting shaving from the solstice originated from the Qing Dynasty. It is said that people's wealth will be affected not only by living on time, but also by having their hair cut on this day.

2. Avoid sitting on the threshold.

In Jiangsu, Zhejiang and other places, people think that sitting on the threshold will cause a fever in summer, and the temperature in summer is relatively high, so it is best to sit in a cool place.

Step 3 avoid thunderstorms

An agricultural proverb says, "It thunders from summer to the sun and droughts in June; The solstice in summer is rainy and hot. " For farmers, the thunderstorm weather from summer to the sun is the most feared, because whether it is drought or hot weather, it will affect the harvest of crops. Therefore, in ancient times, people were afraid of thunder and rain from summer to day.

The above contents should be combined with the actual situation for reference only.