"Put three things under the pillow, attract wealth and blessings. This is not just a simple saying, but also a philosophy of life and wisdom passed down from generation to generation by our ancestors.
It is not only the ancestors' yearning and pursuit of a better life, but also their health and wealth secrets passed down from generation to generation, conveying a positive attitude towards life to us.
In this fast-paced, high-pressure modern society, we may have become accustomed to the pursuit of material satisfaction, but we often neglect the pursuit of inner abundance and spiritual pursuit.
And this ancient precept left by our ancestors reminds us to find balance in our busy lives, and pay attention to inner cultivation and spiritual satisfaction.
So, what are these three objects endowed with such magical powers, and can they really bring us wealth and happiness, as the legend says?
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In ancient China, copper coins were the main currency in circulation, and they themselves represented wealth and transactions. Therefore, placing the copper coin under the pillow not only means that the wealth is rolling, but also entrusts people's infinite longing for a better life.
In the dead of night, the copper coins under the pillow seem to bring a kind of psychological comfort, making people feel the surge of wealth in their sleep.
With the passage of time, although the copper coin has withdrawn from the stage of history, the coin, as a continuation of its modern form, still carries a similar cultural meaning.
In modern society, many people still maintain this tradition, placing coins under their pillows in the hope of associating themselves with wealth in their sleep. This practice may be more of a psychological suggestion, reminding us to always be sensitive and pursue wealth.
It is worth mentioning that when the ancients placed copper coins, they would deliberately choose auspicious numbers, such as 6 and 8, which are homophonic with "shun" and "fa" in Chinese, meaning that everything is smooth and wealth is widespread.
Avoiding the use of numbers such as 4 with unlucky meanings also reflects the superstition of the ancients about numbers and the pursuit of auspiciousness.
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Books play a pivotal role in the development of human civilization. It is not only the carrier of knowledge, but also the crystallization of wisdom.
In ancient times, scholars often placed books next to their pillows so that they could read and study at any time. This practice not only helps to accumulate knowledge, but also stimulates people's desire to explore the unknown world.
For children, books are a window to the world and a key to enlightenment. Flipping through a few pages of a book before bed not only builds reading habits, but also allows children to meet the characters in the book in their sleep, stimulating their imagination and creativity.
For adults, books are food for the soul. In our busy lives, taking time out to read a book can not only relax our minds and minds, but also allow us to draw wisdom from the book and improve our self-cultivation.
Therefore, putting books under the pillow is not only a respect for knowledge, but also a pursuit of wisdom.
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In traditional Chinese culture, gourds are loved for their unique shape and meaning. Its shape is similar to the character "Fu", so it is regarded as a symbol of good luck. Placing the gourd under the pillow signifies the arrival of good luck and good fortune.
In addition, the gourd also symbolizes the prosperity of children and grandchildren and the prosperity of the family. In folklore, gourds are often associated with mysterious figures such as gods and Taoist priests, so they are also believed to have the effect of warding off evil spirits and keeping peace.
Placing the gourd under the pillow before going to bed seems to bring us a mystical power that protects us from evil spirits.
At the same time, the gourd also has the meaning of dispelling dampness and healing. In ancient medicine, gourds were often used as medicinal herbs or containers to store medicines. Therefore, placing the gourd under the pillow also entrusts people's wishes for good health.
"Put three things under the pillow, attract wealth and blessings. This ancient precept not only represents the wisdom of the ancient people, but also reflects their yearning and pursuit of a better life. It is not difficult for us to find that they are not only material symbols, but also spiritual sustenance.
They remind us not to neglect the accumulation of spiritual wealth while pursuing material wealth, and to pay attention to self-improvement and family harmony in our busy lives. Let's learn from this traditional wisdom to add a sense of tranquility and abundance to modern life and move towards a better future together.