Chinese people have a long-standing tradition of honoring their ancestors on Qingming Festival, which falls on April 4 or 5 every year. There are many legends surrounding this holiday, each adding depth to its cultural significance.

One popular story is about the immortal, Jie Zitui, who is credited with saving his kingdom from a disaster by hiding in a mountain cave. The king, grateful for Jie's bravery, wanted to honor him. However, he could not find Jie in the mountain, so he ordered that a temple be built to remember him. People would gather on the fourth day of the third lunar month, which is today's Qingming Festival, to pay homage to Jie Zitui.
Another legend involves a benevolent king named Qin Shihuang. According to this tale, he wanted to make a connection with his ancestors and improve their lives in the afterlife. Therefore, he decreed that every family should visit their ancestral graves and clean them on the Qingming Festival.
There's also a story about the god of death, Yu Di. The myth goes that during the Qingming Festival, Yu Di visits his family's ancestral home. It is said that people should pay respects to their ancestors, as this is a time when they return to their former homes.
These legends highlight the importance of filial piety and the bond between the living and the dead. They reinforce the idea that honoring our ancestors is not just a cultural practice but also a moral and spiritual obligation. The Qingming Festival is thus a time for families to come together, pay homage to their ancestors, and cherish the traditions that have been passed down through generations.
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