On the first day of June, the sun is like fire, and the heat wave rolls on every land. Lao Huang of the village passed away on this day, and his figure gradually faded away with the summer wind. However, his death did not go as obscurity as he did during his lifetime, but provoked discussion among the villagers. People whispered to each other, as if Lao Huang's death had touched some unspeakable taboo.
In the Chinese countryside, life and death are always given too many meanings. It is believed that the time of a person's birth and death is closely related to his blessed breath. Lao Huang's death coincided with June, which seemed to the villagers to indicate some kind of bad luck.
There are many folk sayings about life and death, which are often closely related to natural phenomena and seasonal changes. In these traditional notions, birth and death are not only the beginning and end of life, but also the embodiment of a mystical force in harmony with the nature of the universe.
This saying is widely circulated in the village: "The blessed are born in June, and the unblessed die in June". This quote succinctly sums up people's mixed feelings about the special month of June. Why, then, is June considered a blessed birth month and at the same time an unblessed death month? Let's find out.
Let's take a look at "Blessed People Born in June", the sixth month of the lunar calendar is in the middle of summer, and everything grows and is full of vitality. This month is one of nature's most generous seasons, with plenty of sunshine, plenty of rain and fast crop growth. Therefore, June is considered a blessed birth month for the following reasons:
In the height of summer, nature shelters newborns with its most vigorous vitality. During this season, the sun shines warmly and generously on the earth like a loving mother, providing ample light and warmth for the newborn life. Plants are at their most luxuriant during this season, with leafy leaves and fragrant flowers and fruits, providing a vibrant and vibrant environment for newborns. Such a natural environment not only stimulates the baby's sensory development, but also helps them to establish a connection with nature and develop a reverence and love for life.
Abundant sunshine and suitable climatic conditions provide a good environment for the healthy growth of babies. The ultraviolet rays in sunlight help the body synthesize vitamin D, which is essential for the healthy development of a baby's bones. At the same time, the right temperature can ensure that the baby grows up in a comfortable environment and avoid health problems caused by too cold or too hot.
Extremely hot weather can help reduce the occurrence of certain diseases, especially those that tend to grow in cold or wet environments. For example, colds and flu, which are common in winter, are significantly less common in the hot summer months. In addition, the high temperatures of summer are able to inhibit the reproduction of some bacteria and viruses, thereby reducing the risk of newborn infections. In ancient times, when medical resources were scarce, the survival rate of newborn babies was very low, and those born in June could get more resources, so the mortality rate would drop a lot.
June is the harvest season, and the family economy is relatively stable and the material is relatively abundant. During this season, crops are ripe and fruits and vegetables are abundant and varied, providing families with an abundant source of food. Families can enjoy fresh produce, which is very beneficial for the nutritional intake of newborns. In addition, a good harvest also means that the family economy is stable, and parents can have more resources to devote to the child's upbringing and education, providing better living conditions and educational opportunities for their children. This is how blessed are those born in June.
Let's talk about "the unblessed person dies in June", for the deceased, the sixth month of the lunar calendar is considered an unlucky month. The reasons for this are also related to seasonal characteristics and folk beliefs:
The sixth month of the lunar calendar is the peak season of farming, the golden wheat waves in the fields are rolling, the rice is fragrant, and every household is immersed in the joy of harvest and the busyness of sowing. However, at this time of celebration and hope, if a member of the family dies, it is undoubtedly a huge blow to the family. During the busy farming season, the death of a family member not only brings emotional pain to the family, but also makes it extremely difficult to handle the funeral due to the lack of manpower.
At this time, most of the labor in the family is invested in the fields, and the preparation and handling of the funeral requires a lot of time and energy. The family members have to be in grief and distracted to deal with the aftermath, which is undoubtedly a double torture for both body and mind. At the same time, due to the busy farming season, relatives and friends are also busy with their own farm work, and it is difficult to find time to help, which makes the handling of funerals more isolated.
It is a deep regret for those who have worked hard all their lives not to enjoy the fruits of their labor in the last moments of their lives. They have been with the land all their lives, racing against the seasons, watering every piece of land with their own sweat, looking forward to the harvest season.
When life comes to an abrupt end, they can't see the fruits of their labor with their own eyes, and they can't enjoy the joy of the harvest created by their own hands. This regret is not only for the individual, but also for the whole family, because they have gone through those hard years together.
The high temperature of summer is a great challenge for the preservation and disposal of corpses. In the absence of modern refrigeration equipment, corpses can easily decompose in a short period of time, emitting an unpleasant odor. This not only brings additional pressure to the family, and the aftermath needs to be dealt with as soon as possible, so as to avoid the decomposition of the body affecting the living environment of the family and the neighborhood, but may also cause inconvenience to the surrounding neighbors. The smell is especially noticeable on hot summer days and may cause discomfort to those around you and even affect their daily lives.
With the development of the times, people's concepts are constantly updated. The modern view is that whenever a person is born or dies, it is a blessing to the family. The value of life should not be bound by superstition, but should be respected and cherished. The statement of the older generation is naturally reasonable, but at the moment we should understand it in combination with the current situation and environment, the times are changing, the environment is changing, and the applicability of many sayings will also change.
Although the death of the sixth month of the lunar calendar is considered unlucky in the traditional concept, with the development of the times, people's concepts are constantly updated. We should pay more attention to the value and dignity of life, rather than the shackles of superstition. Through the scientific method and humane treatment, we can better face life and death and respect every life, regardless of the time of birth or death.
Not only can we ease the burden on families and communities, but we can also bring the lives of those who have passed away to a happy end. What do you think about this? Do you think it makes sense?
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