Why can’t Pixiu be touched by people? Revealing the taboos and meanings in traditional culture
As a auspicious beast in traditional Chinese culture, Pixiu has been highly sought after in recent years in the fields of collection, feng shui and other fields. However, the saying that Pixiu "can't be touched by people" has also been widely circulated. This article combines popular topics and traditional cultural knowledge across the entire network for the past 10 days to analyze the reasons behind this taboo.
1. Statistics of recent hot Pixiu related topics
| Topic keywords | Discussion Hot Index | Main Platforms | Core dispute points |
|---|---|---|---|
| Taboos for consecrating Pixiu | 85,000 | TikTok/Xiaohongshu | Does touching others affect spiritual power? |
| How to wear Pixiu | 62,000 | Weibo/B site | Conflicts with outsiders in close-fitting wear |
| Pixiu material selection | 47,000 | Zhihu/Taobao | Jade vs metal taboo difference |
2. Three major reasons for taboos in traditional culture
1.The theory of spiritual power loss: Ancient books record that Pixiu needs to "recognize its master", and touching it will cause the wealth it absorbs will leak out. The "Ruiying Tu" of the Ming Dynasty clearly mentioned that "Pi Xiu will disperse its power when it touches popularity."
2.Energy pollution theory: Feng Shui believes that the magnetic field of different people will interfere with the pure energy of Pixiu. Especially when touched by women during menstruation and those with weak and sickness, it may bring negative information.
3.Religious ritual restrictions: In the Buddhist consecration ceremony, Pixiu needs to be blessed by a monk chanting mantras. Secular people see it as disrespectful to Dharma objects. This has been emphasized in recent popular science videos of monks in Mount Wutai.
3. Adaptive adjustment in modern society
| Scene | Traditional taboos | Modern workarounds |
|---|---|---|
| Try it in jewelry store | It is strictly forbidden to touch the Pixiu without purchasing it | Isolation with a try-on tray |
| Home placement | A dedicated platform is required | Glass display cabinet protection |
| Gift gift | Must undergo a purification ceremony | Paired with salt washing instructions card |
4. Interpretation from a scientific perspective
Psychological research has found thatPsychological suggestive effectPlay an important role in the taboos of Pixiu. When the wearer believes that the Pixiu has exclusive energy, touching others will indeed lead to a subjective sense of security. An experiment from Peking University in 2023 showed that the wearer of Pixiu who was told to be "touched" increased by 23% in subsequent financial decisions.
V. Practical Suggestions
1. If it is accidentally touched, it can be usedRunning water flushing method: Place the Pi Xiu under running water and rinse for 1 minute, while silently reciting the prayers.
2. SelectSealed wear: Such as inlaid inside a pendant and blocking it with clothes, etc., which not only meets traditional requirements but also meets social needs.
3. RegularEnergy purification: The first day of the lunar calendar every month is placed under the moonlight. This is the recommended method for the popular topic on Douyin recently #Ancient Methods for Cleaning Pixiu.
Conclusion: The essence of Pixiu’s touch taboo is the concrete expression of “exclusive rights” by traditional culture. While respecting traditions, there is no need to be overly anxious. The key is to obtain positive psychological hints through these rituals. As the latest episode of the National Treasure program emphasizes: "The core of cultural relics revitalization is to understand its spiritual core rather than mechanical observance."
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