Jingzhe丨A spring thunderclap, peach blossoms bloom

When the weather warms up,

Spring thunder suddenly rumbles,

Insects that have been dormant for a winter are beginning to wake up.

Since then

The trees begin to turn green, the flowers begin to bloom,

The grass is growing and the birds are flying, spring is coming.

The world began to become lively.

At 22:44 on March 5, Beijing time, we ushered in the "Qingzhe" solar term. At this time, the "Nine Nines" have ended, the earth has returned to spring, everything is renewed, the weather is fine, and the grass and trees are beginning to sprout. "Spring thunder sounds, all things grow", and the hibernating insects that have been sleeping for a winter are beginning to wake up.

Jingzhe, also known as "Qi Zhe" in ancient times, is the third of the 24 solar terms, marking the beginning of mid-spring. Before that, animals hibernate in the ground in winter, not eating or drinking, which is called "zhe"; when the Jingzhe Festival comes, the spring thunder in the sky awakens the hibernating animals, which is called "jing". Jingzhe means that the spring thunder awakens the hibernating animals.

The ancient book "Collected Explanations of the 72 Seasonal Changes" said: "In the second month, all things come out of Zhen, and Zhen means thunder, so it is called 'Qingzhe', because the hibernating insects are startled and run away." But in fact, it is not the rumbling thunder that wakes up the hibernating animals, but the return of spring is the real reason why they "run away in shock".

"When spring thunder sounds, everything grows." During the Jingzhe season, it is the "Nine Nine Days" of sunny days. The air temperature and ground temperature gradually rise, the soil begins to thaw, the spring thunder calls for spring rain, the flowers are red and the willows are green, and all the beauties compete for spring. It is a good time for "the rain of apricot blossoms wets your clothes, and the wind of willows blows on your face without making you feel cold." As the weather warms up and spring thunder gradually appears, most parts of China enter the spring ploughing season.

Waking of Insects: Three Signs

In ancient times, people divided Jingzhe into three stages.

The first sign is that peach trees begin to bloom: "The peach trees are young and sturdy, and their flowers are bright and beautiful." The peach blossoms in the garden are in full bloom, and each one is gorgeous.

The second phase is the singing of orioles: Spring is here, and the orioles have already sensed the breath of spring and started singing.

The third sign is that the eagle transforms into a dove.

At this time of year, the temperature in southern my country is relatively high, and the deep red or light red peach blossoms are in full bloom. Yuan Zhen, a poet from the Tang Dynasty, wrote in a poem: "The Yang Qi begins to awaken the insects, and the earth is full of youth. Peach blossoms bloom, and eagles grow old and become spring doves. Time is rushing, and buds are growing in order. People are busy with their daily lives, and they are planting fields." In the warm spring light year after year, the flowers are blooming, the vitality is full, and the good year full of hope is just around the corner.

Jingzhe·Customs

Eat pears during the Waking of Insects

There is a folk custom of "eating pears during the Waking of Insects". In northern Jiangsu and Shanxi, there is a proverb that says "eating pears during the Waking of Insects will keep you energetic for the whole year". Some people also say that "pear" is pronounced the same as "li" in Chinese, which means parting with pests.

Eat pancakes and fried beans

In Shandong area, farmers have the custom of making pancakes on a stove in the courtyard on the Waking of Insects Day, meaning that the smoke and fire will burn the pests to death.

In some areas of Shaanxi, people eat fried beans during the Waking of Insects Festival. The crackling sound of fried soybeans symbolizes the tormenting sound of insects jumping in the pot.

Jingzhe·Health Preservation

Clothing

The weather turns warmer during the Jingzhe season, but the temperature difference between day and night is large during the Jingzhe season. In addition, there are many "late spring cold" phenomena before and after the Jingzhe season. Especially on rainy days, the exposed limbs are prone to local numbness, soreness, etc., which can cause arthritis over time. Therefore, you must pay attention to keeping warm and keep warm, mainly by "covering".

Food

Jingzhe is the only solar term that emphasizes prevention rather than "replenishment". Around the Jingzhe season, the weather gradually warms up. In terms of diet, light and mild food should be the main focus, and it should follow the nature of the liver, help the spleen, and make the five internal organs peaceful. On the day of Jingzhe, people pay attention to eating pears, which can help the spleen and strengthen the body to resist the invasion of germs. In terms of daily diet and health care, it is recommended to eat more light foods that are high in plant protein and vitamins. For example: spring bamboo shoots, spinach, bitter melon, yam, lotus seeds, white fungus, etc.

Life

"Spring thunder roars, everything grows", everything comes back to life in spring, people often feel tired, drowsy and sleepy after the Waking of Insects, and wake up late in the morning, which is what people often call "spring sleepiness". However, we should follow the natural law of the spring sun, make ourselves happy, strengthen our physical fitness, go to bed early and get up early.

In terms of daily life, we should follow the ancient saying, "Sleep late, walk early, and walk in the yard", that is, go out for a walk more often, breathe fresh air, refresh your spirit, and keep your body and mind healthy. Arranging a certain amount of nap every day is also very beneficial to the human body.

Comprehensive sources: Science Popularization China, Xinhuanet, China Xinhua News Television Network, etc.