Lunar New Month Taboos | China Feng Shui

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On the first day of the lunar new year, ancestor worship, prayer, and opening the door with firecrackers are prohibited. It is forbidden to spend money
On the first day of the Chinese New Year, people honor their ancestors by offering sacrifices and prayers. Firecrackers are lit to symbolize welcoming good fortune and driving away evil spirits.

Grade 2: Sacrificing to the God of Wealth, Breaking Taboos
On the second day, people pay homage to the Wealth God (Caishen) to ensure financial prosperity throughout the year。 Breaking objects is considered bad luck。

Grade 3: Red Dog Day, taboo to go out and speak up
The third day is known as “Red Dog Day,” associated with the God of Blame。 It’s considered unlucky to go out or speak harshly on this day。

Grade 4: Worship to the Kitchen God, Forbidden to Eat Without Temperance
On the fourth day, people pay respects to Zao Wang, the Kitchen God。 Overindulgence in food is discouraged。

Fifth grade: Breaking through the fifth grade, taboo gift giving
The fifth day is known as “Break the Taboos” day。 It’s custom to eat five food items, but gift giving is not recommended.

On the sixth day of the lunar new year, auspicious stars shine brightly and groundbreaking is forbidden
On the sixth day, it’s considered an auspicious time for activities like business openings。 Avoid any ground-breaking construction。

On the seventh day of the lunar new year, it is forbidden to kill on human days
The seventh day is known as “Human Day,” dedicating to the seven stars of the human constellation。 Slaughter of animals is prohibited。

On the eighth day of the lunar new year, offering sacrifices to the Buddha is taboo and disrespectful
On the eighth day, people pay respects to Buddha and avoid any disrespectful behavior。

On the ninth day of the lunar new year, it is forbidden to disrespect the heavens
The ninth day is dedicated to Tian Gong, the Heavenly Emperor。 It’s important to show reverence towards the sky。