Every year on the 15th day of the eighth lunar month, it is the traditional Mid-Autumn Festival of the Chinese nation. The festival originated from the worship of the moon in ancient farming societies, and gradually evolved into a symbol of reunion and blessing. On this day, people observe the moon, eat mooncakes, carry lanterns, and a series of customs and taboos. Among them, "August 153 do not do" is a widely spread folk custom, meaning that August 15 can not do three things. This article will explore what these three things are, why they can't be done, and the cultural connotations behind this custom.
1. What is not done on August 153?
"August 153 not to do" refers to the fact that on the 15th day of the eighth lunar month, there are three things that cannot be done. According to folklore and traditional customs, these three things are: dumping sewage, littering and killing.
Second, why can't it be done?
1. Pour sewage: In ancient times, the moon was believed to be divine and able to illuminate all the dirt and dirt of the world. On August 15, acts such as dumping sewage and littering will be regarded as disrespectful by the moon god, which will lead to disaster.
2. Littering: Similarly, August 15 is Reunion Day and the day of the Moon Festival. On such a sacred occasion, littering will not only affect the festive atmosphere, but will also be seen as disrespectful to the moon god, which can lead to misfortune.
3. Killing: August 15 is the day of reunion, and killing brings blood and ominousness, which is incompatible with the festive atmosphere of the festival. In addition, killing may also offend the Moon God and bring bad luck.
3. Specific examples and reasons
1. Pour sewage
* Example: Li, a villager who dumped a basin of sewage for washing clothes in his yard on the night of August 15, ended up in a series of unfortunate incidents at home the next day, first a chicken nest fire, then a pig sickness, and then a crop failure.
* Reason: In the traditional view, the moon is divine, able to illuminate all the dirt and dirt of the world. Dumping sewage on August 15 is thought to have polluted the eyes of the gods, causing a series of disasters.
2. Littering
* Example: A citizen Wang was fined by the traffic police the next day after attending a gathering of relatives and friends on the evening of the Mid-Autumn Festival.
* Reason: August 15 is the traditional reunion festival and the day of the moon festival. On such a sacred occasion, littering not only spoils the festive atmosphere, but is also seen as disrespectful to the moon god and can cause misfortune.
3. Killing
* Example: A pet dog barks in heat on the night of the Mid-Autumn Festival, and the owner can't bear to kill it. Shortly afterwards, the owner suffered an accident.
* Reason: August 15 is a day of reunion, and killing brings blood and ominousness, which is incompatible with the festive atmosphere of the festival. In addition, killing may also offend the moon god, thus causing misfortune.
Fourth, the meaning and impact of not doing
The custom of "August 153 do not do" reflects the worship and awe of the moon of the ancients, and also conveys people's pursuit of reunion, harmony and environmental protection. If these taboos are violated on this day of the Mid-Autumn Festival, it may cause unease in faith and psychological stress, and may also have a negative impact on fortune and health in daily life.
In addition, the custom of "not doing it on August 153" also has a certain educational significance. It reminds people to celebrate the festive season while also paying attention to environmental awareness and civilized habits, as well as respecting nature and traditions. This custom can be used as a moral norm to guide people to be positive and pursue a better life.
Fifth, how to avoid it
In order to avoid unnecessary trouble and impact caused by violating the custom of "August 153 do not do" during the Mid-Autumn Festival, you can pay attention to the following points:
1. Pay attention to environmental protection: during the festival, try to avoid excessive garbage and sewage, and minimize the use of disposable plastic products and other items that are difficult to degrade.
2. Respect for traditions: Understand and respect traditional culture and customs, and abide by local traditions and taboos.