Life Begins At 60

 

When Koreans turn 61 years old, they have a big celebration.

All family members prepare their parents' 61th birthday.

It is called "Hwan-gap" in Korean.

All the sons' and daughters' friends, relatives and neighbors are invited to the party.

It is the biggest event in a Korean's life.

According to Oriental philosophy, 60 years means one has completed a full zodiac cycle.

So Koreans believe they start their lives again at the age of 60.

One zodiac circle takes 12 years, and a cycle is completed after 5 circles.

At the time of completion, you are reborn.

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