In the past, there were many feng shui rumors about building houses circulated among the people, which talked about some taboos, and people also followed these taboos more. Although it is still superstitious to say now, if you think about it carefully, there are still some truths hidden deep in it.
Today Lao Li will talk to you about this common saying about the folk house building "The door is high and the family is ruined, and the people are injured." What is going on?
First of all, this "gate is high and over the hall" refers to the common gate-style gate in rural areas. This kind of gate is also called a wall-style gate, which means that there will be a top at the top of the gate to cover the gate. The top of the gatehouse is higher than the ceiling height of the main hall (main house). "The family is defeated and the people are injured" refers to the ancients who believed that if the gatehouse is higher than the main house, it would be unlucky for the main house. How could this be said?
In fact, the construction height of the gate in the past was very particular, and even the imperial court at that time had strict regulations. The first thing to do is to look at the door if the house is grand or not, so the doors of ordinary people can only be simple and practical, and cannot be built tall and elegantly, otherwise they will be guilty of "great rebellion". For example, the Grand View Garden in Dream of Red Mansions is extremely luxurious, which leaves hidden dangers for the future search of the house. Therefore, in order to live and work in peace, people come up with this common saying to limit their luxury. Some people also believe that this main house is the house for the elders, and the gate represents the descendants. If the descendants are superior to the elders, it is disrespect for the elders.
Of course, the statement that "the family is defeated and the people are injured" is indeed exaggerated and superstitious. The height of a door will not cause such serious consequences. However, Lao Li felt that if the door was too high, or even higher than the main house, it would not only block the lighting in the house, but also be detrimental to the circulation of air in the yard. A house that has no light for a long time has a very heavy humidity, and you will get sick after living there for a long time. If it is an elderly person, it is more likely to cause some diseases. This is a common saying that makes sense.
Finally, Lao Li wanted to say that seemingly superstitious sayings always hide some truths and the wisdom of the ancients. If we can tear off the superstitious cloak outside and learn more profound principles inside, will we live a happier life? If you agree with Lao Li’s point of view, let’s discuss it with Lao Li!
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