What are the rules for burning the head after the death of an old man?

In southern China, especially in Guangdong, Fujian and Taiwan, there is a custom called "burning the first seven days", also known as "seven mourning". It is a ritual to honor and memorialize a deceased loved one with the following instructions:

1. Seven Days of Worship

"Burning the Head Seven Days" usually refers to the seven consecutive days of worship after the death of a deceased person. Each day, food, paper money and other offerings are prepared and placed at the altar or in front of the deceased's shrine, and then the paper money is lit as a sign of respect and remembrance for the deceased.

2. No Banquets at Home

During the period of "Burning of the Head", there are usually no banquets at home in order to avoid a festive atmosphere. In general, the family will not hold weddings, festive banquets and other activities to show respect for the deceased and mourning.

3. Taboos and rules

During the period of "burning the first seven days of the head", the family usually observes a number of taboos and rules, such as not to cut nails, not to dismantle and repair the house, not to clean the dust, etc. The purpose of these taboos is to avoid the death of the deceased. The purpose of these taboos is to avoid bringing bad luck and to respect the soul of the deceased.

4. Gathering of Family Members

During the "Burning of the Head" period, family members usually gather together to **** together to worship and memorialize their deceased loved ones. It is a time for families to reunite and comfort each other, as well as to say goodbye and honor the deceased.

In northern China, especially in the rural areas and townships of some regions, there is a similar funeral custom of "burning the first seven days of one's life". Although the details may vary from region to region, they generally include the following:

1 Seven Days of Sacrifice

Sacrifices are performed for seven consecutive days after the death of an elderly person, and family members will arrange worship supplies and offerings, such as meals, fruits, cigarettes and alcohol, paper money, etc. Each day, paper money will be lit. Every day, paper money is lit and offered to the deceased to show their respect and remembrance.

2. Taboos and Rules

During the period of burning the first seven days of the head, the home usually observes some taboos and rules, such as not clipping nails, not repairing the furniture, and not cleaning the dust. The purpose of these taboos is to avoid bringing bad luck as well as to honor the soul of the deceased.

3. Family Gathering

During the 7th day of the burning of the first head, family members usually gather together to **** together to worship and memorialize their departed loved ones. It is a time for families to reunite and comfort each other, as well as to say goodbye and honor the deceased.

4. Commemorative Activities

Besides the rituals, the family may also perform some other commemorative activities, such as chanting, reciting, and singing elegiac songs, to express their thoughts and condolences for the deceased.

It is important to note that specific customs and precepts may vary according to region, family and personal beliefs. In addition, in modern society, due to changes in lifestyles and attitudes, such traditional funeral customs may have been gradually reduced or changed in some places.