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The implication of flower viewing lamp

In ancient times, in order to dispel the fear of darkness, lanterns were derived with the meaning of exorcising evil spirits and praying for light. There are also farmers who hang a lamp on a long bamboo pole in the field and observe the color of the fire to predict the drought and flood in a year in order to have a bumper year. There is a kind of lamp. At the end of the year and the beginning of the year, lanterns will be placed in temples to make the year safe and smooth by the magic of Buddha.

1. In ancient times, in order to dispel the fear of darkness, lanterns were derived with the meaning of exorcising evil spirits and praying for light.

2. In Minnan, the pronunciation of "Deng" is similar to that of "Ding", so lanterns are also used to beg children to add Ding, seek fame and fortune, and avoid evil spirits.

3. There is a kind of "lamp". At the end of the year and the beginning of the year, lanterns will be placed in temples to make the year safe and smooth by the magic of Buddha.

4. Some farmers hang a lamp on a long bamboo pole in the field and observe the fire color to predict the drought and flood in a year in order to have a good year.