春分
Chūnfēn · Spring Equinox · Mar 20-22

Spring Equinox (春分)

Solar Terms Chinese Calendar TCM
Summary

春分 (Chūnfēn), the Spring Equinox solar term, falls around Mar 20-22. Day and night equal. The midpoint of spring. Balance is the theme — harmonizing yin and yang within the body. Egg-standing contests and spring outings are traditional. A solar term deeply connected to

Key Takeaways
  • 春分 is the 4th of 24 solar terms
  • Day and night equal. The midpoint of spring. Balance is the theme — harmonizing yin and yang within
  • Traditional diets and TCM practices adapt to this seasonal shift
  • The solar term system connects natural cycles with human wellbeing

Meaning and Significance

Day and night equal. The midpoint of spring. Balance is the theme — harmonizing yin and yang within the body. Egg-standing contests and spring outings are traditional. A solar term deeply connected to agricultural timing.

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