What dreams are truly auspicious? Those of bears, both great and small. In ancient times, bears were seen as…
What dreams are truly auspicious? Those of bears, both great and small.
In ancient times, bears were seen as symbols of good fortune, representing hopes for a large and prosperous family. During the Song Dynasty, there was a wedding custom known as "scattering bridal coins." After the couple completed their ceremonial bows and sat on the edge of the bed, the bride would toss bronze coins as a gesture of blessing. These coins were often engraved with phrases like "bears and grizzlies," or "many sons and grandsons," a traditional wish for fortune and fertility.