Tea Gift Tradition Around The World - An Ancient History

Tea is an ancient beverage that has been consumed for centuries around the world

. In many cultures, it is a tradition to give a tea gift to make a special occasion, including the popular tradition of giving tea to newly engaged couples.

Tea has a long and rich history that spans the globe. It was first discovered in China many centuries ago around the time of 2,737 BC. During this time, tea was drunk as a medicinal cure for many common health ailments. Later, during the era of the Western Zhou Dynasty, it was incorporated into religious ceremonies. By 202 BC, it was limited to the royalty and upper class. However, as more tea leaves were discovered during the Tang Dynasty, this beverage became common among all classes and social statuses. It was during this time that tea spread to Japan through priests that were studying in China. This is why it is associated with Zen Buddhism in Japan.

The Japanese tea ceremony was developed by the Buddhists as a way to enjoy the beverage in a sacred and spiritual ceremony. During the 17th century, tea arrived in England and it was originally considered a drink of the royalty. It became a popular import to Britain, but taxes were very high and many smugglers would sell it illegally. Tea was also imported to America, but taxes were also very high and this factor played a large role in the historical event of the Boston Tea Party. Today, tea is common throughout the world and many give a traditional tea gift for special occasions.

One of the first tea gifts may have occurred in Japan in 730 AD when Emperor Shomu presented each monk that visited his palace with a gift of tea. The monks were pleased with the taste and qualities of the tea and began growing plants in their temples. This is when tea started to become popular in Japan. Another tea gift tradition is to give tea cups as an engagement present. Legend states that a sailor gave a china tea cup to his bride before leaving to serve in the military. He said to her, "if I'm unfaithful, the cup will fill to over brimming. Then, the tea pouring over the sides will crack the china." The gift of china tea cups to newly engaged couples has since become a tradition in many cultures.

Today, tea gifts are common in many countries around the world. There are a large variety of companies that sell these items, and many are available for online purchase.

by: Tad Kumagai

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