That is why Chinese New Year starts with the first new moon of the year, which usually occurs between January 21 and February 21. This concept, under the rule of Han Dynasty - the second imperial dynasty of China - is still continued to determine the date till this day. Lunar phases and solar solstices would determine when it the new year would ring. But why is this holiday also named the Lunar New Year? The rise and fall of emperors would follow what is still known today as the Chinese or Lunar calendar. This tradition occurred at the beginning or end of each year, where it followed the shifts of new dynasties. Its origin is described when people held ceremonies to honor their ancestors and the gods that they worshipped.
The holiday dates back from as early as 1046 B.C, during the Shang Dynasty - the earliest ruling dynasty of China to be established in recorded history. It is especially known for the display of numerous lanterns that hover all around the celebrated cities/town.
The Spring Festival refers to 16 days of celebration and festivals that occur leading up to the Lantern Festival. The majority of common festivities occur, such as the display of fireworks, exchanging red envelops, and ancestry memorials. The day is also referenced as the “Lunar New Year” and/or “Spring Festival”. The most important and well-known day of the holiday is Chinese New Year, which is February 12th. Earlier traditions included prayer to the “Kitchen/Stove God”, who is supposed to watch over members of the household. Other activities will include prayer ceremonies, which will vary depending to an individual’s religion. This will include traditions such as cleaning the hose to “sweep out” the bad luck of the past year. This where all preparations begin for the New Year and last until New Year’s Eve. The holiday begins with Little Year, which lands on February 4th. The celebration of Chinese New Year is actually divided into three significant days Little Year, Chinese New Year (a.k.a the Spring Festival), and the Lantern Festival. However, there is a whole timeline of history and traditions that most of us are not even aware about. The numbers are even closely compared to those who celebrate Christmas globally (also 2 billion!) So, what is it exactly that makes this holiday so special? On the surface it seems that this day is mostly about Chinese culture and festivities. million Chinese Americans who celebrate in the United States alone. About 2 billion worldwide, one fourth of the total global population, celebrates Chinese New Year. Xīn Nián Kuài Lè! Happy New Year! It’s once again that special time of year for the Asian community.
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