Do ancient Chinese people really have to get married?

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True

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If a man is 30, a woman is 20 and unmarried,

The authorities will call him to "adjust attitude."

And families are charged a "singles tax."

When a man goes to the civil service exam, he will be deducted from the "ungrateful" base score.

Female, the authorities will provide a partner.

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The marriage of Chinese men and women in ancient times required "three books and six ceremonies" to be considered exhaustive.

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1. Three books (severely) are 3 archives that provide evidence of the relationship of the two families:

• Engagement book

• Dowry list book

• Bridal acceptance book

2. Six ceremonies

1. Request

2. Requesting a date of birth

3. Horoscope risk

4. Dowry delivery

5. Requesting a guard

6. Bridal reception

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The dowry of engagement is indispensable.

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In the Zhou Dynasty era (circa 1046-256 BC), the dowry of engagement that required a ceremony was "goose."

Which in Chinese medicine is considered excellent food.

The goose is a fierce and agile animal. The groom must catch a live goose by himself to prove to the bride that he is physically strong enough to take care of the family.

In addition, the goose is an important symbol of "loyalty," as the goose is an animal that will always migrate seasonally straight and has a single partner for life, conveying honesty and a lasting marriage.

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Han Dynasty (period 202 BC-AD 9 and AD 25-210)

A man must have his own house (the whole Sattong Dock should be enough)

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Song Dynasty (c.960-1279)

Men must have knowledge, education, the better their rank.

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Ming Dynasty (c.1368-1644)

Mens must have property, money and store business.

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