First, put the river lights. In recent years, our country has strongly advocated civilized sacrifice, and it is not allowed to burn paper money, which is not only clean and hygienic, but also protects the environment. Therefore, more and more people choose other ways to mourn, and the river lantern is one of the very good choices. There are many kinds of river lanterns with exquisite styles, and you can also write down good wishes or words you want to say to your loved ones in the river lantern. The floating river lantern carries such a good wish.
Second, sacrifice to ancestors. The 15th of July is a big day for offering sacrifices. Besides setting off river lanterns, a grand ceremony will be held. The ancestors' ranking will be solemnly taken out and put on the table. After that, rich sacrifices, such as pigs, cows and sheep, will be prepared. At this time, the whole family should participate in it. When paying homage to their ancestors, we should silently examine what we have done in the past year and whether there is any insecurity, and then pray for their ancestors to bless their families.
Third, pray for a bumper harvest. Every year on this day, besides offering sacrifices, other activities will be held, such as holding dragon and lion dances and praying for good weather next year. In the evening, every household will plant fragrant branches at home to represent next year's sowing. The more fragrant branches planted, the more smooth the sowing next year, and the bumper harvest will be achieved. In addition, in some special areas, there is a custom that my uncle sends sheep to my nephew on this day. This is derived from the story of Erlang God and Aquilaria sinensis. After Aquilaria sinensis saved her mother, it was reconciled with Erlang God. After that, sending sheep meant that the two families were forever married.