Winter Solstice | A Legacy Passed Down from 18 Years Ago

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2024-12-21 17:03

The Winter Solstice is the day with the shortest daylight and the longest night of the year, and as one of China’s traditional Twenty-Four Solar Terms, It marks the beginning of the coldest period of the year and also the starting point for the resurgence of yang energy. The ancients had “The Yang Returns at the Winter Solstice” According to this view, this day is considered the pivotal moment of yin-yang transformation and is therefore regarded as A Most Auspicious Day 。

At the same time, it also serves as a highly symbolic juncture in traditional Chinese culture, long renowned for “The Winter Solstice is as significant as the New Year.” the claim.

On this day, it is customary in northern China to eat dumplings, which are shaped like ingots and symbolize “warding off the cold,” as well as Transition from old to new, abundant wealth ; In the south, people eat more tangyuan, which symbolize family reunion and happiness. Gathering around the table to enjoy tangyuan together conveys the meaning of Harmonious family, happy reunion 。

Today, the company It is also celebrated with the traditional and heartwarming customs of eating dumplings and tangyuan, marking the arrival of the Winter Solstice. It both dispels the chill of winter and embodies the warmth of reunion.

We savor the dumplings we made with our own hands, feeling the warmth and sweetness of home.

Of course, it’s much more than just eating dumplings!

There’s a little surprise inside the dumplings too! (If you bite into a coin, you’ll get a small gift; if you hit the mustard, you’ll have to take a little playful penalty!)

There’s another special aspect to our Winter Solstice, and that is Distribute a 66-yuan lucky red envelope!

This tradition dates back to the winter solstice 18 years ago.

At the time, the company’s founder, Mr. Zheng Jingwen of Rongyu Intelligence, had just started his career. On the Winter Solstice, as he was leaving work, the boss’s wife suddenly slipped a red envelope into his hand and said: “Today is the Winter Solstice—don’t forget to add more dishes to your meal.”

Though simple, this gesture was imbued with profound care and encouragement for those who strive and persevere far from home. This heartfelt thought deeply moved the boss, who from that moment on resolved to carry forward this spirit.

Since the company was founded, every year on the Winter Solstice, the CEO has personally presented each team member with a 66-yuan red envelope, as a gesture of care and encouragement, reminding everyone to take good care of themselves when they’re out and about. At the same time, the gift is meant to symbolize that in the new year, everyone will enjoy smooth sailing and safety in all things.

Meanwhile, our friends in Kyrgyzstan also sent their Winter Solstice greetings. China’s traditional festival culture is going global!

Upholding China’s traditional culture is a duty we at Rongyu willingly embrace!

"On the Winter Solstice, yang energy returns, and spring is once again on the horizon—yet another year slips by in the blink of an eye. Let us embrace this warmth and hope as we look forward to an even brighter tomorrow!"