What Happens if You Don't Eat Noodles on the 7th Day of the First Lunar Month
It is a traditional custom to eat noodles on the 7th day of the first lunar month, and during the Spring Festival, noodles are rarely eaten before this day.The 7th day of the first lunar month is the traditional festival called "Renshi" (Human Day). According to many local folk customs, people eat noodles on this day. Eating noodles on the 7th day symbolizes longevity and a long life, and it also represents wrapping the legs of time with fresh noodles, which signifies a long life.
The 7th day of the first lunar month, also known as the "Renshi" day, is considered the "Human Day" for children in some places. On this day, every household eats noodles, which is called "tying up the little people." Eating noodles for children on the 7th day symbolizes a long and healthy life, expressing the deep blessings from parents and elders.
In addition, the 17th and 27th days of the first lunar month are also considered "Renshi" days, but the 17th is for adults, and the 27th is for the elderly. Therefore, on the 17th day of the first lunar month, adults in the family should eat noodles, while on the 27th day, the elderly should eat noodles. The meaning is the same as on the 7th day, all aiming to wish the whole family good health, longevity, and smooth fortune.
Traditions and Taboos of the 7th Day of the First Lunar Month
【Traditions of the 7th Day of the First Lunar Month】1. Giving Flower Amulets
On the 7th day of Renshi, people make various flower amulets (similar to human amulets, shaped like flowers) and give them to each other.
2. Wearing Human Amulets
During the Renshi festival, Chinese women make small human-shaped amulets using materials such as colored paper, silk, and soft gold or silver, and wear them on their heads. They can also be pasted on screens and other surfaces.
3. Fishing for Fish Salad
In some southern regions, there is a tradition of "fishing for fish salad" on the Renshi festival. When fishing for fish salad, many people gather around a large table, placing fish meat, ingredients, and sauce in a big dish. Everyone stands up, waves their chopsticks, and stirs the fish ingredients, shouting at the same time: "Fishing! Fishing! Prosperity! Prosperity!" and the higher they stir, the better, symbolizing rising success.
【Taboos of the 7th Day of the First Lunar Month】
1. Avoid Traveling Far
The 7th day of the first lunar month is called "Renshi" and also "Seven Sorrow Days," when all kinds of activities are not advisable, especially avoiding traveling far, as it may bring bad luck or unpleasant events.
2. Avoid Washing Clothes and Bedding
In the past, people believed that on the 7th day of the first lunar month, it was not advisable to change or wash clothes and bedding, as it was considered unlucky and could wash away good fortune.
