The number of "Nine" is a positive number in the Book of Changes, and the two positive numbers of "Nine Nine" are heavy, so it is called "Chongyang"; It is also called "Double Ninth Festival", because both the date and the month conform to nine. Returning to the truth of 1999, the ancients thought that 1999 Chongyang was an auspicious day. In ancient times, there were customs such as climbing high and praying for blessings on the Double Ninth Festival, and holding a banquet to pray for ancestors. Inherited to this day, it has increased the connotation of respecting the elderly.
The Double Ninth Festival was formed as early as the Warring States Period. In the Tang Dynasty, the Double Ninth Festival was officially designated as a folk festival, which has been inherited ever since. Chongyang and the "spring outing" on March 3 are all family members. On Double Ninth Festival, all relatives should climb the mountain together to "avoid disaster".
In the historical development and evolution, the Double Ninth Festival is a mixture of various folk customs, bearing rich cultural connotations. In the folk concept, "nine" is the largest number, which means longevity, and it places people's wishes for the health and longevity of the elderly.
The custom of Double Ninth Festival
1. Climbing high and looking far: During the Double Ninth Festival, people like to climb mountains and climb high and look far, symbolizing crisp autumn air and good luck. Mountain climbing also means praying for health and longevity and eliminating disasters.
2. Chrysanthemum appreciation: Because the Double Ninth Festival is in autumn and chrysanthemums are in full bloom, people will go to gardens or parks to enjoy chrysanthemums. Chrysanthemum is considered as a symbol of the special day of Double Ninth Festival.
3, drink chrysanthemum wine: People often drink chrysanthemum wine on the Double Ninth Festival, which has the effect of exorcism and disinfection, and also celebrates the festival.
4. Wear chrysanthemums: During the Double Ninth Festival, people will wear chrysanthemums, whether as decorations or as a symbol of good luck.
5. Eat Double Ninth Cake: On Double Ninth Festival, people will also taste Double Ninth Cake. Double Ninth Festival cake is a traditional holiday food. It is shaped like a step, symbolizing that everything goes smoothly step by step.
Reference to the above content: Baidu Encyclopedia-Chongyang