Detailed explanation of the traditional custom of welcoming the Great Virtue Lord on the 22nd day of the first lunar month
Introduction: Do you know what day the 22nd day of the first lunar month is? Have you heard of Master Dade? In some areas of the folk, the 22nd day of the first lunar month is the day to welcome the Great Lord. Why is it this day? Next, I will introduce to you the specific content of the custom of welcoming Lord Dade on the 22nd day of the first lunar month. Come and learn about it! In addition to the grand and festive celebrations of the Spring Festival, we also need to pay attention to some taboos regarding the Spring Festival. Next, let’s take a closer look at the Spring Festival special topic compiled by Mr. Shui Mo!Puning Longtou: Welcome the Great LordLongtou Township, Puning City, Guangdong Province, was built in the early late Ming Dynasty and has a history of more than 600 years. It has a beautiful environment and outstanding people. The villagers have worked hard and made progress from generation to generation to build their hometown, inheriting the past and opening up the future. There is an event in the village history that has been passed down by the villagers. This event has become the source of the traditional festival of the hometown. It is the 22nd day of the first lunar month in Longtou.The Origin of Welcoming the Great Lord on the 22nd Day of the First Lunar MonthHow did the tradition of welcoming Master Dade on the 22nd day of the first lunar month in Longtou, Puning come about? This starts with the “great virtue” showing the Holy Spirit and driving away the enemy troops. The villagers have a story that more than 300 years ago, when Zheng Guosheng (called Guosheng the thief by the villagers) led his troops to attack Longtou Village, the great master of Nanmen, whom the villagers worshipped, showed his divine power and turned the village into a mountain, and the sky was filled with thick fog. Zheng Guosheng's troops were confused and unable to advance. Guosheng didn't believe it and said that Longtou Village was clearly in front of them, so how could it become like this? He came again another day, but the same phenomenon occurred. After several times, Guosheng had to surrender and threatened to ask Master Dade to appear and restore the village to him, and he would never harm the village and the people again. Then, Master Dade showed his power and in an instant, the smoke and fog dissipated, the mountains disappeared, and the Longtou village appeared before their eyes. Upon seeing this, Guosheng was filled with admiration and specially inscribed a plaque with the words "Yangyang Ruzai" as a tribute to Master Dade. From then on, Lord Dade was revered even more, and all prayers were answered. His grace was so great that he protected the villagers and the people in the surrounding areas. It is said that the great virtue appeared and drove away the bandits on the 22nd day of the first lunar month, and the villagers expressed their gratitude to the god and reported his merits and honored his virtue. That night, people sang and danced, prepared sacrifices and worshipped the great master. The whole village was brightly lit with incense and was very lively. Historically, it was called "the 22nd night of the first lunar month in Longtou." Every year on this day, the villagers would worship the great virtue devoutly to thank God for his grace, and this custom has continued. "Longtou is hot on the 22nd" became a catchphrase for people from near and far. Later, villagers designated the 22nd day of the first lunar month every year as the "Longtou Traditional Festival" to honor and remember the great master. In modern times, the commemoration of "traditional festivals" has become more grand, and villages have organized entertainment teams, including Yingge, gongs and drums, and various other entertainment festivals. On that day, there are parades and performances throughout the township. Folks from home and abroad, as well as married daughters, all return home to reunite, commemorate the traditional festival, and worship the great god. Neighboring villagers also come to watch the fun. It's a celebration for everyone. From then on, the great virtue and grace of God became known to everyone. The grace of Dade is deeply rooted in the hearts of the people, and Master Dade has become the spiritual pillar of the villagers in Longtou. The spirit of Dade has always been cohesive and united the villagers of Longtou, and has always inspired the villagers to forge ahead!Summary: The above article is the analysis and origin of the customs of the 22nd day of the first lunar month that I want to tell you. You can refer to it. What are the customs in your place? After reading this article, there are more exciting content in the Spring Festival special topic, let’s take a look! |
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