Can you use the stove before moving into a new house?

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　In China, everything is done with certain considerations and rules. For example, when it comes to moving houses, many people believe in feng shui; they first consult a feng shui expert to get advice before moving. So, can one start using the stove in a new house before moving in? Do you know the answer? Let the editor from the moving company explain it to you. Can you use the stove before moving into a new house? 　　Can the stove be used before moving into a new house? There are currently two opinions on this matter. One is that it’s okay to use the stove; on the day of moving in, it’s customary to place items such as apples and wooden planks in the house as a way to ensure safety and smoothness. Another approach is to have an elderly person live in the house for a few days before moving in, a practice known as \"warming up\" the house. On the day of moving in, all items should be brought in at once – it’s considered inauspicious to move in only partially. Another thing is that ancestors are worshipped on this day. Since on this day relatives and friends usually come to one’s home for celebrations, it’s fine to light a fire; everyone gets together to have some fun, and the heat from the fire also symbolizes a prosperous life in such a home. 　　Another view is that it is not advisable to light a fire, as fire and water are considered inauspicious elements; disasters such as fires and floods are extremely terrifying. Therefore, few people light a fire before moving in, usually waiting until they have settled in to do so, as a sign of the official beginning of their new life. Fire is a symbol of vitality; before moving in, do not casually disrupt the vibrant energy within the home. So it’s best not to fire, to avoid ruining good luck. 　　Actually, there are many different opinions regarding whether to use a stove at home, and the conclusions drawn can vary greatly. However, with the continuous advancement of technology and changes in people’s ways of thinking, few people still hold superstitious views. As a result, when it comes to moving house or doing other things, people don’t pay too much attention to such matters or worry too much about them. 　　In fact, in my opinion, it’s okay to light a fire before moving into a new house, as it symbolizes prosperity and success; therefore, lighting a fire also brings good luck. Sometimes, we can’t decide whether to cook or not; after all, on the day of moving, it’s necessary to eat, and situations like those faced by moving companies in Shenzhen force us to cook. In such cases, we don’t bother to be too picky. 　　Can we use the stove before moving into a new house? Generally, it’s okay to do so. When moving, we inevitably need to ask many people to help with the move, and since they’re helping us, we have to treat them to a meal; therefore, there’s no need to be too particular at that time. Fire represents vitality as well as a fulfilling life, so there’s no need to worry about whether to use fire or not; follow what your heart tells you. Don’t let such superstitious beliefs interfere with your normal daily routines. Moving from one place to another has no impact on the use of fire.