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- During the New Year, the Chinese observe closely certain strong taboos and beliefs, some of which are spiritual in nature.
- For example, a break is observed on the third day of the fifteen-day long celebration of the New Year. Businesses remain closed, and visiting is discouraged on that day, for it is believed that misfortune may befall the family otherwise.
- Also, no one is allowed to sweep the floor on the first day of the New Year as it is would sweep away all of one's good luck and fortune! Anyone caught sweeping during this auspicious period will be given a severe tongue lashing.
- The rice urn should be cleaned out and fresh new rice put in and filled to the brim. Alternatively, a packet of uncooked rice sporting a red paper cutting can be displayed. A fresh new ang pow containing money must also be placed underneath the rice.
- One is also obliged to have a minimum of two or more helpings of food at every meal over the 15 days as it symbolises an abundance of food.
- Saying nice things to other people first thing in the morning effectively brings goodwill from everyone you meet. Wear new clothes on the 1st day of Chinese New Year brings goodness into your life. Wearing an article of clothing that is red is considered most auspicious. Single people often wear red undergarments.
- As a taboo, all vulgarity and harsh words are prohibited, so as to avoid scandals over the course of the year. Losing one's temper is also a no-no, as it indicates a year full of conflict and bad temper.
- Remember all of these by heart, and enjoy a year of abundance, wealth and prosperity.
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