We will be celebrating the New Year in just a few hours. Are you ready for the new hope that is coming? Christmas and New Year are the two most commonly celebrated holidays in the Philippines. Filipinos have a long Christmas preparation, which begins with the beginning of the "ber" months. The "ber" months, as they are called by Filipinos, begin in September. When September starts, next to streets and shops with Christmas carols playing on radios and TV advertisements, one can begin to see Christmas lanterns on sale. A tradition that has been part of the Filipino people since ancient times has been the New Year. We Filipinos believe that it will bring good luck to prepare a table of 12 round fruits per New Year. Is it true? It is said that, for 12 months of the year, this is what we hope will bring good luck.
During the Christmas gift-hunting season, shops and malls get wild. The focus turns towards the coming New Year as soon as Christmas is over, and the crowds move from the malls to the grocery shops. This is because individuals are preparing for the custom of serving 12 round fruits for the New Year.
There are 12 lucky fruits for the New Year, according to some Feng shui scholars, which will bring wealth and good fortune. Since it is already a tradition, we are one of the founders of it. The coin is symbolized by circular forms, while the number of the 12 fruits is alleged to symbolize the months of the year.
Here are 12 lucky fruits for a prosperous New Year
Apple - in Chinese, the word apple is "ping" which means reconciliation.
Avocado - the green of the fruits and purple symbolizes prosperity.
Banana - This fruit symbolizes unity and its yellow color represents happiness.
Grapes - this, in turn, symbolizes wealth because it is said to be often eaten by royal blood.
Lemon - It is understood that its scent and taste repel negative vibes.
Lychees - the red color symbolizes good fortune and happiness.
Mango - this fruit's sweetness reflects a close bond between the family.
Orange - its color symbolizes gold in Chinese and its circular shape is money.
Papaya - much like orange, it's gold as well.
Pineapple - on-lai, as it is called, means prosperity in Chinese.
Pomelo - a pink sign of good health.
Watermelon - prosperity is symbolized by its fruit and seeds.
Do you believe in these traditions as well? I just don't believe it, but we still do it every year. The fruit, however, contributes greatly to our well-being, whether this is true or not. It will help to improve our immune system if we eat fruit every day.
In connection with the COVID-19 outbreak, we must follow the protocols implemented by the President. Remember, the virus hasn't end to do mass gatherings and other activities that involved crowds. Round fruits are said to symbolize New Year's Eve money, with many nations, including the Philippines, placing 12 lucky fruits (sometimes 13) in the home to bring New Year's luck and prosperity. Other cultures believe that in 2021, every month, you should put these fruits in your home to bring about fitness, happiness, and prosperity. We know some of you don't like going out for the New Year to purchase any of these fruits. But pandemic makes us fear going out, we should go buy online to make things easier for us. I
If we want to celebrate the New Year peacefully, stay at home with your family. The year 2020 is a year of crisis and tragedy, but for us, it is just a test of God. So let's go through it. Our Lord restores Mother Earth slowly.
Let us not be complacent because there is still danger waiting for us outside. We still use facemask and face shield. Let us wait for hope for the year 2021. Let us no longer use fireworks and drink alcohol with other people as reported on television. Our safety is even more important.
Have a Prosperous New Year to all of you!
