The custom of the tenth day

October is the 10th day after the Lunar New Year and the day before beginning of spring, the first solar term in a year. In the traditional customs of China, the 10th day of the 10th lunar month is of great significance. People will carry out various celebrations and traditional customs according to different geographical and cultural backgrounds. Below I will introduce some customs related to the tenth day of junior high school to you.

1. Door-keeper: The tenth day is the last day of the Spring Festival, and people will stick a door-keeper on this day to pray for peace and happiness. Door gods generally refer to symmetrical paper portraits, which represent the protection and protection of gods. This custom can be traced back to ancient times and has now become a habit.

2. Worship the God of Wealth: The tenth day is also the day to worship the God of Wealth. The God of Wealth is one of the gods in China culture, which is considered to bring people wealth and good luck. On the tenth day of the first lunar month, people will prepare incense sticks and incense, go to temples or at home to pray for the God of Wealth, hoping to make money in the new year.

3. Cleaning: The tenth day is also a good time for cleaning. People will thoroughly clean up the dust and sundries in their homes to dispel the bad luck of the old year and prepare for the new year. Cleaning also symbolizes a new beginning and hope, making the home look brand-new and preparing for the new year.

4. Hide and seek: The tenth day is also a good time to hide and seek. People will invite relatives and friends to participate in this game, and enhance their feelings by hiding and searching. This custom can be traced back to ancient times and has now become one of the common activities of family gatherings during the Spring Festival.

5. Lantern: On the tenth night, people will enjoy lanterns to celebrate the arrival of the New Year. Lantern is a specially made artistic lamp, usually made of paper, with various patterns painted on it, such as flowers and animals. Lantern viewing is a traditional entertainment activity, which also brings joy and good memories to people.

The custom of October in the lunar calendar is a colorful part of China culture, which has inherited thousands of years of history and culture. These customs not only reflect people's expectations and blessings for the new year, but also represent their desire for reunion, happiness and prosperity. Let's immerse ourselves in the festive atmosphere and enjoy this unique traditional festival on the tenth day of the first month!