The modern interpretation of "冲喜" (冲喜)

Congxi in modern interpretation means to send congratulatory gifts to the newlyweds, details are as follows:

I. The origin of Chongxi:

In ancient China, Chongxi was a kind of wedding ceremony used to pray for the newlyweds to have a happy and fulfilling married life. The term "Chongxi" originated from the Tang Dynasty literati Liu Yuxi's "Flowers on the Stranger", which originally meant that the groom escorted the bride home and presented the dowry to the bride's family, signifying the reunion of husband and wife as well as a joyful event. It later evolved into the custom of friends and relatives giving congratulatory gifts to the newlyweds at the wedding, or what is known in modern times as the rushing of joy.

Second, the meaning and role of the wedding:

The wedding is a way to express blessings, through the gift of blessings and sweets, to the newlyweds to express good wishes, hoping that their marriage is happy and successful.

The wedding ceremony is traditionally held at the wedding site, where the arrival of friends and relatives and their blessings create a festive atmosphere, making the whole wedding more lively and cozy. It is a social event in which family and friends can deepen their relationship with each other by participating in the wedding ceremony.

Third, the content of the gift of the wedding:

Joy candy is an essential part of the gift of the wedding to represent sweetness and good fortune. Traditionally, red or gold candies are packed in red boxes to signify "sweet life" and "sweetness".

Red envelopes are a common form of wedding gift, usually containing a certain amount of cash, representing the couple's blessings and goodwill. Practical gifts such as household items, kitchen appliances, furniture, etc. Giving practical gifts can make the couple's life after marriage smoother and more comfortable.

Four, the common form of rushing:

In the wedding site, friends and relatives will give congratulatory gifts to the new couple, while expressing blessings and joy. As some guests cannot attend the wedding in person, they can choose to send congratulatory gifts to the new couple by express delivery or mail to express their blessings.

Fourth, the timing and manner of rushing:

Traditionally rushing is carried out on the day of the wedding, usually before the host announces that the newlyweds have entered the cave. Family and friends at the wedding reception may choose to perform the rushing ceremony in a festive atmosphere, while also sharing the joy of the newlyweds with the entire audience. Some of the family and friends may not be able to attend the wedding in person, so they can bring their congratulatory gifts to the wedding when they visit.