Jade has been considered auspicious since ancient times, and it is said to ward off evil and misfortune. Jade is precious and deeply loved by Asians. People wear jade to protect themselves from suffering, to avoid disaster, to turn misfortune into good fortune, to cure disease and to prolong life. Jade stone has spirituality. There is a saying that goes, Jade must be crafted, the craftsmanship must have meaning, and the meaning must be auspicious. "Thousands of years of cultural accumulation and selection have made jade the spiritual totem of the Chinese nation. Each type of jade carving ornament has a special meaning and auspicious meaning, expressing everyone's yearning for a better life and the essence of jade culture. Wearing appropriate jade is not only a symbol of identity and status, but also a spiritual blessing! Each pattern has different meanings and implications, and is suitable for different people to wear. Next, I will share with you some jade carving themes and their representative meanings. Ruyi: Wishes its owner that everything will go smoothly and be lucky. It is the pillar of people's trust, and the design of jade is simple but rich in thought. Whether you wear it or give it as a gift, the Jade Ruyi is worth buying. This design concept that combines classic and fashion makes the jade Ruyi a good amulet. Gourd: Gourd is one of the oldest mascots in China and is very popular among people. Many sculptors like to carve jade gourds because the gourd is round and full, with two balls connected, a big belly and a small mouth, which symbolizes auspiciousness and perfection, love between husband and wife, and the ability to ward off evil spirits, avoid disasters and bring in a lot of wealth. At the same time, the homonym of gourd is “Fu Lu”, which means both blessing and fortune. Leaves: represent the vitality of life. In other words, the tree of life is evergreen and young people can survive for a long time. The meaning of wearing it by women is "golden branches and jade leaves", and the meaning of wearing it by the elderly is longevity. Dragon: The dragon is a symbol of power. Wearing a dragon means enjoying the fame and status of a dragon, possessing the best wisdom and power, and having a bright future. "Dragon" is homophonic with "Long", so when merchants wear it, it symbolizes booming business, thriving career, and a glorious journey. Beans: Jade beans are called "blessing beans" in Eastern culture, and their homophony is "radiating longevity", which means happiness and well-being. Longevity is the hope and prayer of the younger generation for the older generation. "Dou" is also integrated with "doukou nian nian", which means being in the prime of life and full of vigor and vitality. It is the society's hope for young people and also the expectation of parents for their children. Lion: Lion and “matter” are homophones, meaning everything will go well and it can ward off evil and bring good luck, which indicates the authority and dignity of the owner. Monkey: The monkey is an agile, intelligent and auspicious animal, combining wisdom and courage. It symbolizes success in officialdom, rapid advancement in career, high scores in exams and the best grades. The homonym of “Monkey” is “Hou”, which means valuing talent etc. Lotus Leaf: The jade lotus leaf is an allegorical decoration, which is jade carved in the form of a lotus leaf. The lotus leaf (also known as the lotus leaf) is one of millions of leaves. The overall shape of each lotus leaf looks like a circle, sometimes swaying in the wind and sometimes standing still, giving people infinite life and vitality. It seems very ordinary but it gives people a unique feeling. Crab: The Jade Crab is presented in the shape of a crab. The crab's body is usually oval with eight legs, which means getting rich; the two claws can firmly grasp the wealth, and the overall shape gives people a feeling of wealth in the world. Fu Melon: The emerald green Fu Melon is a jade shape that is favored by many people. Simple and elegant. There aren't a lot of carvings or complicated colors. Plain and simple, but very beautiful. Just like a pure and honest child, it gives people the feeling of a lotus emerging from clear water, a natural sculpture. Although the jadeite fortune melon has a simple shape, its meaning is very rich and beautiful. Horse: The transparent, crystal and flexible emerald horse often gives people a feeling of health and success. Since ancient times, horses have been regarded by us as something that can make our careers and professions smoother. That’s why there is an idiom called “success at the first attempt”. The jade horse symbolizes the success of our career and the meaning of prosperity. Fish: Fish gives people vitality and spirit. In ancient Chinese mythology, there is an inspiring story such as "Carp Leaping Over the Dragon Gate". Therefore, the Emerald Fish means that poor students can achieve great success through their own continuous efforts. "鱼" and "余" have the same pronunciation. People hope to live a prosperous life, have abundant wealth and have surplus every year. Dragon turtle: Dragon turtle is a lucky creature and one of the treasures of China. It is one of the dragon, phoenix, turtle and unicorn. It can protect people from disasters and reduce harm. It is also a symbol of auspiciousness, evil spirits and blessings, and longevity. Many people place dragon turtles to ward off evil spirits. Dragon turtles have the meaning of auspicious throne. Chili: Emerald Chili interprets people’s yearning and desire for a better life based on traditional Chinese culture. The pepper is usually conical or elongated, spoon-shaped, with a slightly raised tail, and turns red when ripe. Red peppers symbolize the redness of life and a prosperous life, and encourage people to appreciate life and be positive. Snail: Snails often play negative roles in fairy tales, but in fact, snails are small animals full of positive energy and optimism. Although they don't have a strong figure, many people still admire them for their continuous efforts and spirit of crawling. Although jade snails are rare, they are popular because of their auspicious symbolism and long life. fcgc66 fcpf18 |
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