What does bathing mean in fortune telling?

Bathing is a ritual to purify the body and wash the mind. In fortune telling, bathing means letting go of past misfortunes and filth and thoroughly washing away troubles and sins. It is said that after taking a bath, you can get the blessing of the gods, and it is easier for everything to go smoothly and feel comfortable. Therefore, in fortune telling, bathing is regarded as an important ceremony to ward off evil spirits and attract wealth.

Bathing also represents rebirth and a new beginning. In sacrifice and fortune telling, bathing can create a "new self" for people. It can eliminate old substances and bad energy in the human body, purify the body and soul, and create a fresh and positive environment for the beginning of a new stage. Therefore, bathing is a baptism ceremony, which can sublimate the soul and make people face challenges again.

Besides playing a role in fortune telling and sacrifice, bathing in traditional culture and daily life also has different meanings. For example, in the traditional culture of China, on the New Year's Eve of the twelfth lunar month, people will hold a "year-end bathing" ceremony to get a new start and the blessing of Antai; In modern life, bathing is regarded as a healthy living habit and a method of beauty care. Generally speaking, in different occasions and cultures, the significance and role represented by bathing is very important and far-reaching.