The custom of the season of fear

Solar term is one of the traditional 24 solar terms in China, which usually occurs on March 5th or 6th every year. According to folklore, the weather gets warmer in the sting season, the spring thunder begins to shake, and the insects dormant in the soil also begin to wake up, so it is called "Jing" sting.

Here are some customs of the fear season:

Drink realgar wine: Some places will drink realgar wine on the day of panic, thinking that it can dispel diseases and exorcise evil spirits and keep peace.

According to the proverb, some people will cut their hair and shave on this day to show their neatness.

Flower viewing: It is the season when peach blossoms are in full bloom, and some areas in the south have the custom of enjoying flowers.

Eat Spring Cakes: Some places eat Spring Cakes in the shape of moon cakes on scary days. Stuffing includes minced meat, vegetables and other ingredients, symbolizing the beginning of spring and new vitality.

Sacrifice with flowers: In some places, flowers will be placed in front of ancestors' graves or family shrines to show respect and worship for ancestors or family gods.

In short, the season of fright is a season full of vitality and hope, and people celebrate and commemorate this important solar term in various ways.