One of the twenty-four solar terms in China - the Spring Equinox
20 / 3 / 2024
The Spring Equinox is the midpoint of the ninety days of spring and one of the twenty-four solar terms of the lunar calendar. On this day, the sun shines almost directly at the Earth's equator, and day and night are almost equal in length all over the world. The arrival of the Spring Equinox symbolizes the beginning of recovery of all things and the earth is full of vitality.
In this season, flowers are blooming, willow branches are green, and everything is gradually awakening under the bath of spring light. Peach blossoms are as smiling as flowers, and cherry blossoms are like clouds and clouds, dotting the spring picture. In the fields, the wheat seedlings are green and the rapeseed flowers are yellow, a scene full of vitality.
In addition to changes in natural scenery, the vernal equinox also carries rich cultural connotations. Among the people, the Spring Equinox is a day to worship the Sun God. Through a series of rituals, people pray for good weather and good harvests in the new year. At the same time, the Spring Equinox is also a good time for outings and outings. People go out of their homes one after another to enjoy the wonderful time of spring.
The Spring Equinox is not only a solar term, but also a season full of vitality and hope. It tells us that spring has arrived and everything is recovering. We should also be full of vitality and hope to meet new challenges and opportunities like spring.
