Calendar

Author: Ning Yi
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Publish Date: 2005-01-01
Features: The "Wannianli" (Millennium Calendar) was a popular almanac in the folk culture of the Qing Dynasty. It was officially designated as the "Imperially Decreed Wannianli" by the Qing Emperor, with "wannian" (ten thousand years) symbolizing the eternal rule of the empire. Today, it has become a commonly used reference book for the general populace. With the changing times, the "Wannianli" has continuously been updated, becoming more scientific, practical, and engaging. Meanwhile, traditional festivals, folk beliefs, marriage and funeral customs, zodiac life, folk taboos, and time-honored classical sayings have been preserved. These elements have permeated all aspects of life and social culture in China, demonstrating their strong and enduring vitality. This book offers up-to-date and comprehensive content, covering the Heavenly Stems and Earthly Branches, Yin and Yang Five Elements, auspicious dates, birth charts, annual forecasts, mate selection, the 24 Solar Terms, folk beliefs, life events (weddings and funerals), zodiac life, folk taboos, and time-honored classical sayings. It is closely tied to the lives of readers, making it an indispensable practical life guide. May it bring you happiness, peace, and good fortune to your life.