Rabbits represent longevity and immortality and are closely associated with August moon traditions. According to Taoist legend, the rabbit who lives on the moon is a companion to the Moon goddess Chang’e. Called the “jade rabbit” or “moon rabbit,” he is entrusted with pounding herbs as an elixir for the goddess and the immortals to assure their longevity. In ancient China the moon was represented as a rabbit inside a white disk. The jade rabbit eats the distinctive leaves of the osmanthus tree which bears small fragrant flowers in the 8th month of the year during the Autumn Moon and both the rabbit and leaves are portrayed in round mooncakes. During the Autumn Moon Festival Chinese women often wear jade rabbits as a wish for longevity.
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The Mid Autumn Moon Festival, also called the Mooncake Festival, is the 2nd most important holiday after the Chinese New Year, celebrated when the full moon is at its brightest point on the 15th day of the 8th month of the lunar calendar. It is a time for multi-generational gatherings when families dine together in harmony,…
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