Folk prayer selects auspicious calendar

Author: Xu Bangxue
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Publish Date: 2006-02-01
Features: China is a vast country with a long-standing and profound civilization spanning five thousand years. Folk auspicious culture is but a drop in the ocean of Chinese culture. Although it is often mentioned and various auspicious culture festivals and artistic activities are held in recent years, people know very little about its profound connotations, truly like being in "fortune" but unaware of "fortune." The term "auspicious culture" refers to people making wishes to deities, especially when encountering misfortunes or undesirable events, hoping for divine protection to increase blessings, turn dangers into safety, and navigate through hardships. The objects of people's prayers vary depending on their personal beliefs, such as some believing in Guanyin Bodhisattva, others in the Buddha, and some in the Jade Emperor or the Queen Mother of the West, among others. This book primarily introduces Chinese folk culture that reflects the national psychology of aspiring for good fortune, avoiding misfortune, and driving away disasters, with a focus on the rich and diverse folk auspicious traditions across different regions. It also includes related legends, stories, and other interesting anecdotes.