Housewarming ceremony to pay attention to the order of entry?

The housewarming ceremony is an important ceremony in traditional Chinese culture, and the order of the entrance ceremony is very delicate. According to traditional customs, the order of the entrance ceremony usually follows the following steps:

1. Preparation of gifts: Before entering the house, family members and friends usually prepare some gifts for the new residence, such as fruits, flowers, candies and so on. These gifts are intended to bless the owner of the new residence to live a happy and smooth life.

2. Sounding the gong to open the door: Before entering the door, a family member or friend will usually sound the gong to open the door, symbolizing that the new residence welcomes the arrival of good luck.

3. Worshipping the gods: After entering the house, the gods of the family will be worshipped first. This is to pray for the gods to bless the family of the owner of the new home with peace and health.

4. Kowtowing ceremony: The owner of the new house will lead his family and friends to perform the kowtowing ceremony. The kowtow ceremony is a way of honoring and blessing in traditional Chinese culture, expressing respect and blessing to elders, relatives and friends by kowtowing.

5. Entering the Auspicious Time: After the kowtow ceremony, the owner of the new house will take his seat at the auspicious time. The auspicious time is determined according to the lunar calendar and traditional methods such as the Eight Characteristics, which represent good luck and good fortune.

6. Sharing Wine Banquet: After the entrance ceremony, a wine banquet will be held to share the joy and blessings with friends and relatives.

The above is the general order of the housewarming entry ceremony, of course, in the specific implementation may vary depending on the region and customs.