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TraditionsEditor's Pick
Chinese New Year Fish: Symbolism, Sacred Rules, and Secrets
by Emma Luby Emma LuPicture a family gathered around a round table on New Year’s Eve. Steam rises from a whole fish …
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The Chinese Red Envelope Tradition: Meaning, History, and Proper Etiquette
by Hermann Rohrby Hermann RohrPicture this: It is Chinese New Year’s Eve, and a grandmother sits at a wooden table, carefully tucking …
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TraditionsEditor's Pick
Traditional Chinese Festivals: Cultural Significance and Modern Celebrations
by Hermann Rohrby Hermann RohrTraditional Chinese festivals serve as cultural cornerstones that bridge the past and present, preserving history while adapting to …
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TraditionsEditor's Pick
The Lantern Festival: Embracing Traditions and Avoiding Taboos
by Billy Shyuby Billy ShyuThe Lantern Festival, celebrated on February 12th this year, is a vibrant day filled with rich traditions and …
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Among traditional Chinese festivals, the most lively and significant is “Chinese New Year,” celebrated on the first day …
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Lessons in Kindness and Perspective Through the Eyes of 2 Young Girls
by Mikel Davisby Mikel DavisAs the fast-approaching Chinese New Year brings anticipation of family reunions, relaxation, and celebration, it also offers a …
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With the theme “Glorious Tainan (龍耀台南),” the 2024 Taiwan Lantern Festival is a vibrant and culturally significant event …
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Year of the Wood Dragon: Traditions and Preparations During Chinese New Year in 2024
The Chinese New Year will fall on February 10, 2024. It’s a time for family, festivities, removing the …
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The Art of Giving Red Envelopes: 10 Essential Tips for the Lunar New Year
by Max Luby Max LuAs the Lunar New Year approaches, the tradition of giving red envelopes, known as “hongbao,” takes center stage …