What does it mean to cut leeks? The origin and cultural significance of the legend of cutting leek

Cutting leeks is a traditional cultural custom in China. It means that during the Spring Festival, families get together to cut leeks and express their wishes for the New Year. The origin and cultural significance of the legend of cutting leek is said to be because there was a man named "Chiffon Gong" in ancient times. He gave his leek to the poor to help them tide over the difficulties, so it was deeply loved by people and has been passed down to this day. Therefore, cutting leeks is also considered as a blessing, expressing the blessing for the new year and hoping for family reunion, happiness and prosperity. In addition, cutting leeks has a profound cultural meaning, that is, "cutting grass without leaving roots", which means abandoning all bad things, welcoming the new year, starting over and making your life better.