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Why is there a saying “Rice in an earthen jar is wealthy for 3 generations, rice in a plastic jar is difficult for 3 lifetimes”?

In feng shui, the placement of rice is highly significant as it represents an important staple in every household.

18 March, 2024

In feng shui perspective, the kitchen represents the wealth of the homeowner, it is the rice warehouse. And in the kitchen, rice is the most common and typical ingredient. The rice container represents wealth and is the treasure trove of the family.

In the ancient life of East Asian residents, rice was the most important food. Nowadays, rice is still an important staple food, even affecting national security.

Therefore, rice in feng shui is considered very important in Vietnamese kitchens.

“Rice in a ceramic jar brings wealth to three generations, rice in a plastic jar makes it difficult for three generations” What does it mean?

In ancient times, when industry was not yet developed, people often stored rice in pottery or wooden jars. The rice container in each family according to feng shui belongs to the Earth element. Therefore, storing rice in ceramic or pottery jars is in line with feng shui, which means earth.

Rice stored in a ceramic jar helps preserve rice better and is suitable for feng shui five elements

According to feng shui, a rice jar made of porcelain is considered to bring prosperity, indicating a prosperous and good life without conflicts. Both rice and porcelain are earth elements that enhance good earth energy, so the kitchen will be more stable in the long run, and the wealth will be firm and enduring. Therefore, the more you eat, the more you make. Our ancestors did not store rice in wooden jars because wood belongs to wood and wood carves earth. Moreover, wooden jars are susceptible to dampness, making rice more moist and moldy, and wooden jars are susceptible to termite attacks.

Nowadays, people have made many convenient plastic objects because they are light, durable, and do not break like porcelain. However, if rice is stored in plastic jars, it is not suitable for feng shui. Moreover, plastic can generate plastic particles that are not good for users. Plastic jars are also more likely to cause rice to become moldy than ceramic jars.

Therefore, considering all aspects, rice containers should be stored in ceramic, pottery, or porcelain jars which are the best, ensuring feng shui and safety for health and food preservation.

The saying “Bringing wealth to three generations and making it difficult for three generations” is an exaggerated way of emphasizing what should and should not be done.

In addition, to ensure feng shui, rice containers in the family kitchen need to pay attention to:

The rice container should be placed close to the ground, avoid placing it high

Firstly, the rice container is usually heavy, so it is inconvenient to store it high. Moreover, placing a heavy rice container high up carries the risk of breaking and causing accidents.

According to feng shui, the rice container belongs to the earth element, so it is best to be close to the ground. Moreover, placing the rice container close to the ground creates solidity, showing stability for homeowners, ensuring long-lasting wealth and prosperity.

The position of the rice container brings wealth

In feng shui, the Southwest, Northeast directions are the direction of the Earth element. Therefore, the ideal position for placing the rice container is not in the East and Southeast directions but in the Southwest or Northeast of the kitchen. Absolutely avoid the East and Southeast directions because they are the direction of Wood and Wood carves Earth.

Rice should not be placed near the passage as it is not good for feng shui. The rice container should be placed in a discreet place but not hidden and difficult to access. Moreover, the position to store rice must be dry, clean, avoiding flies, mice, and ants. By doing so, money will accumulate, and the family will be prosperous. It also ensures the health of the homeowners because if the rice is moldy, it will produce toxins, and if mice and ants disturb it, it can cause diseases.

The color of the rice container should not be flashy

The rice container should choose brown, yellow porcelain colors representing Earth, and avoid choosing red, green…

The rice container should not be empty

In feng shui, an empty warehouse indicates poverty of the homeowner. Therefore, even if you cook less, you should regularly check the rice container to ensure that the container is never empty. An empty rice container shows decline, bad luck, and does not attract wealth to the family. So you need to absolutely avoid this situation. The rice container is the warehouse, the treasure trove, so if it is empty, it means poverty and stagnation.

Always keep the area around the rice container clean and avoid getting dirty

In feng shui, it is not advisable to keep assets in cluttered places because it will waste money. Therefore, you need to pay attention to keeping the kitchen clean.

Nowadays, life has changed a lot, so the perception of the rice container as a treasury is no longer common. The folk saying above has a more symbolic meaning, so you don’t need to worry too much about storing rice in plastic containers. But no matter what, you still need to pay attention when using plastic items, avoid using recycled plastic containers such as paint containers to store rice, and avoid low-quality plastic items because they can harm health.

(*) The above information is for reference and experience only!

Frequently asked questions

Rice has been the most important staple food in East Asian cultures for centuries, and it continues to be a significant food source even in modern times, influencing national security and the economy.

This saying emphasizes the importance of storing rice in ceramic or porcelain jars, which are in harmony with the Earth element in feng shui. Ceramic jars help preserve rice better and bring prosperity, while plastic jars are not considered suitable as they can affect the quality of rice and are believed to bring difficulties.

In feng shui, the rice container is associated with the Earth element. Ceramic and porcelain, being earth elements themselves, enhance positive energy and bring stability and longevity to wealth. Additionally, ceramic jars help keep rice fresh and free from mold.

Wooden jars are not ideal for rice storage as wood belongs to the Wood element, which conflicts with the Earth element of the rice container. Moreover, wooden jars are susceptible to dampness, making the rice more prone to moisture and mold, and they are also vulnerable to termite infestations.

Yes, the ideal directions for placing the rice container are Southwest or Northeast, which are associated with the Earth element. It is best to avoid placing the rice container in the East or Southeast directions, as these are the directions of the Wood element, which conflicts with Earth.

Keep the rice container close to the ground, avoid placing it high up. Ensure it is never empty, and choose brown or yellow porcelain colors representing Earth. Keep the area around the rice container clean and tidy, and avoid flashy colors for the container.