When is the Dragon Raising its Head in February 2017? Are there any taboos?
Introduction: "Dragon Raising its Head" is the name given to the second day of the second lunar month by the common people. The second day of the second lunar month, when the dragon raises its head, symbolizes the return of spring to the earth and the celebration of a good harvest, so this day is a very important and lively day among the common people. So, when is the second day of February in 2017? What are the taboos and precautions? Let’s find out together! The first month of the lunar calendar is the beginning of spring, and there are beautiful festivals everywhere in this month. Mr. Shui Mo lists these traditional Chinese festivals and customs for you one by one.When is the second day of February in 2017?February 27, 2017 (Monday, the second day of the second lunar month)What is the Dragon Raising its Head on February 2?The Dragon Raising its Head (February 2) is also known as the "Spring Ploughing Festival", "Agricultural Festival" and "Spring Dragon Festival". It is a traditional Chinese folk festival. The Dragon Raising its Head festival is held on the second day of the second month of the lunar calendar every year. Legend has it that this is the day when the dragon raises its head. It is a traditional festival in both urban and rural China. The "Dragon Head Festival" is celebrated to show respect to the dragon and pray for rain, asking God to bless a good harvest. February 2 is said to be the birthday of King Yao. Some people also say that it is the birthday of the God of Land, called "Land Birthday". In order to "warm up" the God of Land, some places have the custom of holding "Land Meetings": every family collects money to celebrate the birthday of the God of Land, goes to the Land Temple to burn incense and offer sacrifices, beats gongs and drums, and sets off firecrackers. In the Zhuang areas in the central and northern parts of Guangxi, there is also a saying that "the dragon raises its head on the second day of the second month, and the dragon tails off on the second day of the eighth month." At the same time, people in the northern region also have the custom of eating pig heads and getting a haircut (cutting the "dragon head") during the festival.What are the do's and don'ts of Dragon Raising its Head on February 2?Gregorian calendar: Monday, February 27, 2017, Pisces. Lunar calendar: The second day of February (big month), 2017, the sign of the Rooster. Conflict: Rabbit (Jimao), evil spirit in the east. Suitable days for today: breaking ground, drilling, grave repair, burial, offering sacrifices, praying, getting engaged, taking up a post, getting married, seeking offspring, breaking ground, moving, receiving money, receiving livestock, catching fish, signing a contract, getting married, receiving betrothal gifts, migrating. Taboos for today: planting, putting up beams and columns, installing doors, building a house, making a stove, starting work, moving into the house, decorating, setting up beds, making beds, opening warehouses, buying properties, taking boats, felling trees, repairing, opening businesses, opening markets. Summary: After reading the introduction in the above article, we know what day the second day of February in 2017 is, and also know the do’s and don’ts of the second day of February, the day of the Dragon Raising its Head. You can refer to it and hope it can help you!After reading this article, there are more exciting contents in the special topic of the first month of the lunar calendar. Let’s take a look! |
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