Customs of the Tenth Day of the Lunar New Year

About "The Tenth Day of the Lunar New Year"

The tenth day of the Lunar New Year is the tenth day after the Lunar New Year, and the day before the first solar term of the year, the Lunar New Year. The tenth day of the Lunar New Year has an important significance in Chinese traditional customs, and people will start a variety of celebrations and traditional customs according to different regions and cultural backgrounds. Below I will introduce you to some of the customs related to the tenth day of the Lunar New Year.

1. Putting up the god of door: The tenth day of the Lunar New Year is the last day of the Lunar New Year, and people will put up the god of door on this day to pray for peace and good fortune. A door god is usually a symmetrical paper portrait on the left and right, representing the protection and guardianship of a deity. This custom dates back to ancient times and has become a custom today.

2. Worshiping the God of Wealth: The tenth day of the month is also a day to worship the God of Wealth. The God of Wealth is one of the deities in Chinese culture and is believed to be able to bring wealth and good luck to people. On the tenth day of the first lunar month, people will prepare joss sticks and incense and go to temples or the God of Wealth at home to pray to the God of Wealth, hoping to bring wealth in the new year.

3. Cleaning: The tenth day of the Lunar New Year is also a good time for cleaning. People will thoroughly clean the dust and debris in their homes to dispel the bad luck of the old year and prepare for the new year. Cleaning also symbolizes new beginnings and hope, refreshing the home and preparing it for the new year.

4. Hide-and-seek: The tenth day of the Lunar New Year is also a good time for hide-and-seek. People will invite friends and family to join in this game to bond through hiding and searching. This custom dates back to ancient times and has now become one of the common activities for family gatherings during the Spring Festival.

5. Lantern Appreciation: On the night of the 10th day of the Lunar New Year, people celebrate the arrival of the New Year by appreciating lanterns. Lanterns are specially made artistic lamps, usually made of paper, with various patterns painted on them, such as flowers, animals and so on. Appreciating lanterns is a traditional entertainment activity, which also brings joy and good memories to people.

Customs of the tenth day of the Lunar New Year are a colorful part of Chinese culture, and they have been passed down for thousands of years of history and culture. These customs not only reflect people's expectations and blessings for the New Year, but also represent the wishes for reunion, happiness and prosperity. Let's together on the tenth day of the first ten, immersed in a strong festive atmosphere, enjoy this unique traditional festival!