立春
Start of Spring (立春)
Solar Terms
Chinese Calendar
TCM
Summary
立春 (Lìchūn), the Start of Spring solar term, falls around Feb 3-5. Spring begins. Yang energy rises. A time of new beginnings, planting intentions, and awakening from winter's stillness. Customs include eating spring pancakes (春饼) and welcoming the new season.
Key Takeaways- 立春 is the 1th of 24 solar terms
- Spring begins. Yang energy rises. A time of new beginnings, planting intentions, and awakening from
- Traditional diets and TCM practices adapt to this seasonal shift
- The solar term system connects natural cycles with human wellbeing
Meaning and Significance
Spring begins. Yang energy rises. A time of new beginnings, planting intentions, and awakening from winter's stillness. Customs include eating spring pancakes (春饼) and welcoming the new season.
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