What's the use of sprinkling salt at the door?

Sprinkling salt at the door is a traditional folk way to ward off evil spirits, and its functions mainly include the following aspects: ward off evil spirits, eliminate disasters, keep home safe and improve geomantic omen.

1, exorcism: Sprinkling salt is considered to have the effect of exorcism, which can dispel the bad energy in the room, exorcise evil spirits and keep the space clean. Especially for long-term vacant houses, people will adopt this way to purify the environment and prevent the accumulation of evil spirits.

2. Disaster elimination: According to folklore, salt has the functions of exorcising evil spirits, eliminating disasters and avoiding disasters. Sprinkling salt can be regarded as a ritual to dispel negative energy, which helps to resolve bad luck and bring auspicious atmosphere to new houses or vacant houses.

3. Keep the family safe: Salt is regarded as an amulet in traditional culture and is considered to have the power to ward off evil spirits. Therefore, sprinkling salt at the door is considered as a way to protect homes, hospitals and families and prevent disasters and accidents.

4. Improve Feng Shui: According to the folk concept of Feng Shui, the environment and gas field around the house have a certain influence on the fortune of the residents. By sprinkling salt at the door, people hope to improve the feng shui of the living environment and bring better fortune and well-being to their families.

Folk traditional ways of avoiding evil spirits

1. Hanging a mirror: In ancient times, mirrors were considered to have the function of exorcism, which could reflect evil forces. Therefore, hanging mirrors near doors and windows is considered to prevent the invasion of evil spirits.

2, hanging spells: commonly used folk spells, amulets, pendants and other evil spirits. These spells usually include characters and patterns, and are considered to have magical effects of exorcism. People hang them at the door and beside the bed.

3. Burning incense to drive away evil: People believe that some specific scents can drive away evil and refresh their minds. Therefore, burning incense at home, especially some fragrant spices, is considered to ward off evil spirits and purify the air.

4. Wear amulets: amulets are generally made of wood, jade, metal and other materials, with words or patterns engraved with blessings. People wear amulets to ward off evil spirits and protect themselves.

Tip: The above contents have no scientific basis for the time being and are for reference only.