Science in Folklore

Author: Cheng Geling
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Publish Date: 2006-01-01
Features: Folk customs refer to the customs of the people, which are a cultural phenomenon created and passed down by the general populace. In this vast world, there is nothing unusual. With 6 billion people globally and over 2,000 ethnic groups, each has its own way of life. The colorful folk customs culture form a fascinating beauty of life. Countless unique customs defy imagination, leaving people amazed and yearning. The formation of folk customs in a nation stems from various factors—economic, political, religious, and geographical. It is precisely because of this that folk customs possess an extremely rich content. Some folk customs carry scientific significance, while others are steeped in superstition. Some are merely habits passed down through generations, and others are still evolving. As time progresses, the survival or demise of various folk customs will ultimately be determined by scientific reasoning. However, as a culture, folk customs have and continue to play a significant social role in the historical development of human society, and this will remain true in the future. Eating dumplings and pasting door gods during the Spring Festival. Enjoying tangyuan and lanterns during the Lantern Festival. Admiring the moon and savoring mooncakes during the Mid-Autumn Festival. These traditional folk customs have accompanied generations upon generations of children as they grew up. Let us follow the ever-present presence of science and savor the joy brought by folk culture!