The 24 Solar Terms are an important part of the long and profound Chinese culture. During the Qingming period, what offerings do people in Chaoshan bring to tomb-sweeping? Come to Lihua Yi Network to learn more about the content of the 24 Solar Terms.

Offerings for Qingming Festival tomb-sweeping in Chaoshan should include fruits, three meats, rice cakes, pastries, and must include cooked clams. After eating the clams, the shells are used to press the paper money, symbolizing that they are left for ancestors as money. Fruits can be seasonal ones such as apples, bananas, oranges, tangerines, and cherry tomatoes. The rice cake is called "Puzi Cake." The "three meats" are divided into "big three meats" and "small three meats." "Big three meats" refer to pig, cow, and sheep, while "small three meats" are chicken, goose, and fish. If you choose fish as an offering, make sure it is not cut up or missing parts, such as without scales, skin, head, or tail. Otherwise, ancestors may criticize the person who is making the offering for not being sincere.

1、The mountains and rivers remain safe, but you can no longer see them. May you be well.
2、Wind, please help us glorify Your glory; the departed, may you go well!
3、On the path to the netherworld, ungrateful children light candles to accompany you; on a foreign hillside, kind villagers will build a new grave.
4、Qingming has arrived, and sorrow fills the heart. Wind stirs the grass, rain mists the air. Plant pines beside the southern mountain, burn paper and incense, and grieve deeply. Tears fall like raindrops, and countless feelings cannot be fully expressed. I hope you enjoy happiness in the heavenly world, and my descendants will always remember your filial piety.
5、The tradition of tomb-sweeping on Qingming has lasted a long time, offering condolences to relatives and friends. Presenting flowers expresses your heartfelt wishes, and affection never ends. The paper money turns into black butterflies flying, sending countless riches to the heavens. A cup of wine conveys your sincere prayers, hoping to protect the health and safety of your loved ones.
6、When Qingming comes, the rain falls continuously, and we mourn with tears. A cup of wine carries our heartfelt wishes, hoping that the deceased can find peace in the afterlife. Paper money dances in the air, hoping that the ancestors can enjoy wealth and prosperity. Burn incense and pray, and wish your loved ones good health and happiness.
7、When Qingming arrives, the rain drizzles, and grief flows. We burn paper money at the ancestors' graves, and the separation between the living and the dead brings deep sorrow. A cup of clear wine is offered to the ancestors, and yellow flowers represent greetings. May the heavens bring them peace and happiness, and may my family and friends always be safe! May everyone have a smooth Qingming.
8、When Qingming comes, the rain is continuous, and emotions are endless. Expressing sorrow by burning paper money, pouring wine silently with tears. Ancestors’ kindness is etched in our hearts, and the distance between the living and the dead cannot break it. Looking up at the sky, the heavenly world is far away, but our sincere feelings will never change. May the deceased rest peacefully and happily, and may the living enjoy endless joy.
9、Spring breeze gently blows, willows sprout, and flowers bloom with a shy smile. Another Qingming has come, and crowds gather for tomb-sweeping. The mountains are clear, the water is clean, and the scenery is beautiful, but things have changed and people cry. Paper money flies like butterflies, a cup of wine conveys our feelings. I hope the heavenly world is peaceful, and may my family and friends live happy and joyful lives!