1. Why should the animal decoration be oriented with the lion's head outward and the tiger going up the mountain?
In traditional Chinese culture, both lions and tigers are animals with strong symbolic meanings. The image of a lion is often seen as a symbol of good luck, especially in home decoration, where the lion is believed to ward off evil spirits and bring good luck. With the lion's head facing outward, it is said to protect the family from external adverse factors and maintain peace and harmony in the family. At the same time, it is also said that the lion's head facing outward can welcome more auspicious aura.
The tiger is a symbol of strength and courage in traditional Chinese culture, but it also has a ferocious side. Tiger Ascending the Mountain is often understood as a symbol of positivity, representing the spirit of overcoming difficulties and forging ahead. The tiger descending from the mountain is considered aggressive and threatening, creating an atmosphere of disharmony in the family and sparking conflict.
2. Why masks or toothless toys should not be used in the house
The feng shui theory of masks or tooth-baring toys placed in the home is mainly derived from the interpretation of the symbolism of these objects. Masks and tooth-baring expressions can have a variety of symbolic meanings in different cultures and contexts, and in Feng Shui, these objects are believed to adversely affect family atmospheres and relationships.
The mask is often seen as a symbol of hiding its true face, so in Feng Shui, the presence of the mask is interpreted as an unreal or hidden conflict in the family, leading to trust issues between people, which in turn increases the sex of quarrels. Toothy toys, especially those with exaggerated smiles or facial expressions, can be perceived as unstable or overly intense emotional expressions, which are also seen as harbingers of family disharmony.
It is important to note that these statements are derived from people's personal interpretations and cultural backgrounds of the symbolic meaning of objects.
3. Why should there be no rice cooker and microwave oven in the bedroom?
The saying that there should not be electrical equipment such as rice cookers and microwave ovens in the bedroom is mainly due to the consideration of the balance of the five elements in Feng Shui. In Feng Shui, the five elements refer to metal, wood, water, fire, and earth, which are interrelated and affect one's fortune and health. Electrical equipment generates heat during operation and is seen as a symbol of "fire". Bedrooms are places to rest and sleep, and a peaceful, comfortable atmosphere needs to be maintained. If heating devices such as rice cookers and microwave ovens are placed in the bedroom, they will continue to dissipate heat when not in use, causing the bedroom temperature to rise and the atmosphere to become lively and irritable.
From a Feng Shui perspective, excessive fire can affect a person's mood and sleep quality, which can adversely affect the relationship between husband and wife. Excessive anger can lead to impulsiveness and quarrels in the personality, which in turn can affect the harmony between husband and wife. Therefore, Feng Shui recommends avoiding such heat-generating electrical devices in the bedroom to maintain the balance of the five elements and create an environment conducive to rest and emotional communication.
However, there is no scientific basis for these claims, and the amount of heat generated by electrical devices is usually small and does not have a significant impact on the environment in the bedroom. In modern life, electrical equipment has become an indispensable part of daily life, and most people will not deliberately remove the rice cooker, microwave oven and other equipment in the bedroom because of feng shui reasons. It is important to ensure the proper use and safety of the equipment, as well as to keep the bedroom tidy and comfortable.
Fourth, why the center of the house should not fall outside the house
In Feng Shui, the layout and design of a house is considered to be one of the important factors that affect the fortune and harmony of the occupants. Feng Shui believes that the central point of the house is the "heart" of the home, symbolizing the cohesion of family members and the central activities of the family. If the central point of the house is located outside the house, it is interpreted as a lack of cohesion in the family, or a sense of alienation between family members.
In the case of an L-shaped house, it is considered unlucky if its central point is located on the outside of the house. Feng Shui believes that such a layout leads to discord between family members and is prone to unexpected disasters. This view stems from the fact that the central point is outside the house, which can make family members feel that there is no common core space, and there is a lack of sense of togetherness, which can affect the harmony of family relationships.
In the modern living environment, designers will plan the layout of the house according to the actual needs and functions to ensure the comfort and practicality of the residence. If the center point is located outside the house, it can be compensated for by interior decoration and layout, such as creating a central space or focal area to enhance the cohesion of the family and the comfort of living.
5. Why the stairs should not be in the middle of the house
In Feng Shui, the location of stairs is considered to be one of the important factors affecting the feng shui of a home. Conventional Feng Shui holds that the staircase in the center of the dwelling can have a detrimental effect for the following reasons:
1. Road rushing: The staircase is located in the center of the house, which will form the so-called "road rush", that is, the dynamic staircase conflicts with the static living space, which is believed to bring uneasiness and turmoil, affecting the harmony of the family and the mental health of members.
2. Disperse energy: The central point of the house is often considered to be a place where positive energy is gathered, and if stairs are placed, these energies will be dispersed, resulting in a lack of cohesion and stable aura in the home.
3. Affect family relationships: In the traditional concept of Feng Shui, the staircase in the center will affect the relationship between family members, especially the harmony between siblings, and even cause one of the family members to encounter an unexpected disaster.
4. Safety issues: The staircase in the center will obstruct the escape path in case of emergency, increasing the safety hazard.
In modern society, house design is more about practicality and functionality. The location of the staircase usually depends on the overall layout and design of the house, as well as the maximization of space utilization. If the staircase is located in the middle of the house, feng shui problems can be alleviated through interior design, such as softening the dynamics of the staircase with plants, screens, or other decorative elements to create a more harmonious space.
6. Why should there be no stairs in front of the ancestral tablet?
In Feng Shui, the front of the ancestral tablet or shrine is considered an important space that needs to be respected and stable. Traditional Feng Shui believes that the reasons why there should not be a staircase in front of the ancestral tablet mainly include the following points:
1. Respect for ancestors: Ancestral tablets represent the inheritance of the family and the spirit of the ancestors, and should be fully respected. In Feng Shui, the staircase is considered a dynamic element, and its movement up and down the stairs can be seen as disrespectful to the ancestors, affecting the fortunes of family members.
2. Stabilize the aura: A stable and quiet aura is needed in front of the ancestral tablet, so that the spirit of the ancestor can peacefully protect the family members. If there is a staircase in front of you, it will cause interference and instability in the aura, affecting the spirituality of the ancestral tablet.
3. Safety issues: The staircase in front of the shrine will cause safety hazards, especially when someone goes up and down the stairs, which is prone to falls or other accidents.
4. Symbolism: In Feng Shui, the position and direction of the staircase are endowed with various symbolic meanings. If the staircase is facing the god, it is considered to be a kind of rush, which will bring bad luck, such as accidents, business failures, etc.
In modern society, people design their home spaces more based on practicality and functionality. If there is a staircase in front of the shrine in your home, the feng shui problem can be alleviated by some decorative or layout adjustments, such as using screens, plants, or other decorative elements to block the view of the staircase and create a more quiet and respectful space.
It is important that regardless of the location of the staircase, the respect and worship of ancestors should be sincere and dignified. Harmony, mutual support and respect among family members, as well as a positive attitude towards life, are the key factors that really affect the fortune.