Solar Term Series: Chǔshǔ Letterpress Mini Stamp

"Spring plowing, summer tending, autumn harvest, winter storage." The cycle of the seasons, each with its own beauty and sentiment. The ancients further divided the four seasons into "24 Solar Terms" to mark the changing seasons and to remind us to gratefully receive the gifts nature bestows, honoring the earth that nourishes all life. We've captured this sentiment in these seasonal mini stamps, hoping to resonate with your appreciation for the beauty of the seasons and to express gratitude for the life-giving nourishment we receive. 〇〇〇〇〇〇〇〇〇〇〇〇〇〇〇 In ancient times, "Chǔ" (處) meant "to stop or retreat," so "Chǔshǔ" (處暑) signifies the time when the summer heat stops and begins to gradually recede. Even after Chǔshǔ, the summer heat may linger for a few more days before the "autumn tiger" truly departs. A common saying goes, "Chǔshǔ eighteen basins," implying that after Chǔshǔ, one still needs to go through eighteen days of sweating before the temperatures begin to drop. In ancient times, Chǔshǔ was a festival for ancestral worship and welcoming autumn. The practice of "harvesting crops and offering sacrifices to ancestors" evolved over time, leading to the folk customs of celebrating the Ghost Festival, commonly known as "Zuo Qiyuelian" or the "Ghost Festival." Chǔshǔ marks the transition from hot to cool weather. During this transitional period, the temperature difference between morning and evening is significant, making one susceptible to colds. Therefore, it's important to avoid staying up late and ensure sufficient sleep, as we begin to prepare our bodies for the cooler climate ahead. 〇〇〇〇〇〇〇〇〇〇〇〇〇〇〇 Includes: Velvet drawstring pouch x1, oil-based mini ink pad x1, letterpress mini stamp x1 **Approximately 1.48cm square when stamped**