In agricultural society, the end of the year is often the harvest season of crops, and people will distribute part of the harvest as a reward. This can be rice, wheat, corn and other grains, as well as other agricultural products and materials. In ancient times, silk was regarded as a noble gift, and some officials or wealthy families would give it to employees or domestic servants as a year-end bonus. In addition, some rulers will reward officials and troops with silk.
For some senior officials or important people, the year-end bonus may be distributed in the form of gold and silver treasures, such as gold and silver utensils and jewelry. These treasures are not only recognition of the contribution of officials, but also an encouragement and spur.
Common festivals in ancient times:
1, Spring Festival: The Spring Festival is a traditional Chinese New Year in China and one of the most important festivals in ancient times. People will hold various celebrations on the first day of the first lunar month, including lion dancing, setting off firecrackers, ancestor worship, family reunion and visiting relatives and friends.
2. Mid-Autumn Festival: The Mid-Autumn Festival, also known as the Lunar New Year or the Reunion Festival, is a festival on August 15th of the China lunar calendar. People will get together to enjoy the moon, eat moon cakes, Yue Bai and enjoy the reunion.
3. Dragon Boat Festival: Dragon Boat Festival, also known as Dragon Boat Festival or Noon Festival, is a festival on the fifth day of the fifth lunar month in China. People will hold dragon boat races, eat zongzi and hang wormwood to commemorate the ancient poet Qu Yuan.
Tomb-Sweeping Day: Tomb-Sweeping Day is a traditional festival in China, which falls on the fourth or fifth day of the fourth lunar month. People will worship their ancestors, sweep graves, clean up weeds around graves, and hold sacrifices and commemorative activities.