What do lanterns and Kongming lanterns mean? What do lanterns and Kongming lanterns mean?

1, the implication of hanging lanterns in Mid-Autumn Festival: Inheriting the traditional culture of China and creating a strong festive atmosphere; Symbolizing happy reunion, lanterns were used for lighting in ancient times, and hanging lanterns in the streets of Mid-Autumn Festival represents a way to light up reunion. It means to make women more talented.

2. Putting lanterns on Mid-Autumn Festival mainly means blessing. In ancient times, the meaning of Kongming Lantern was not only entertainment and blessing, but also very realistic military use. In many times of crisis in ancient times, Kongming lanterns played the role of conveying news and informing people. With the development of modern science and technology, the military function of Kongming Lantern is becoming less and less obvious. Nowadays, many places have the custom and habit of flying Kongming lanterns. Most of these customs and habits come from the extension of the military use of ancient Kongming lanterns, which have been completely transformed into the function of praying for blessings and wishes in modern times.