Group 1 - The Xiaoman solar term marks the beginning of summer and is the eighth solar term in the 24 solar terms, indicating the arrival of heat [1] - During Xiaoman, winter wheat and other summer crops enter the grain filling stage, becoming increasingly plump but not yet mature, as reflected in the saying "Xiaoman Xiaoman, wheat grains gradually full" [1] - The term "Maiqiu" (wheat autumn) signifies the period when wheat begins to mature, leading to the harvest season, which is poetically referenced in various literary works [1][3] Group 2 - Xiaoman is not only a solar term but also embodies wisdom, as it suggests that after Xiaoman, there is no "Daman" (great fullness), contrasting with other paired solar terms [6] - The phrase "fullness invites loss, humility benefits" reflects the philosophical understanding associated with the Xiaoman period, emphasizing moderation and balance [6]
节令之美｜小得盈满：21日2时55分，小满！
Xin Hua Wang·2025-05-19 08:07