Singles’ Day is observed yearly on November 11 and was originally started in China. Slowly, the day spread around the world and people started to observe the day on November 11. Read on to know the interesting history behind the day and also the importance of 11:11.
Singles’ Day began in a university in China in 1993 (Photo credit: Freepik)
New Delhi: Are you single and feeling left out that there are singles to celebrate their Day? Well, November 11 (11/11) is the day you celebrate being Single! Originally, the Day was started in China, and slowly, it has started to gain popularity worldwide. The date 11/11 represents four 1 or four singles standing together. The Day is also known as Double 11, which falls on the 11th Day of the 11th month. Another name given to this month is the Single Sticks Holiday.
In this article, let us look at the history of the day and why it is celebrated.
What is the history of Singles’ Day?
Singles’ Day, originally called Bachelor’s Day, started as an anti-Valentine’s Day celebration among male students at a Chinese university. It began around 1993 at Nanjing University, where four single male students living in the Mingcaowuzhu dorm came up with the idea. They wanted to break the boredom of being single, so they decided to celebrate on November 11. Their events quickly spread to other universities and began to attract both men and women, leading to the name change to Singles’ Day.
Many single people treat themselves to gifts on Singles’ Day instead of buying for others. This Day is also a chance for singles to meet at parties and social events. It is a popular date for weddings. Each year, Chinese media talk about love and relationship topics on this Day.
Singles’ Day has become popular in other countries as well. People celebrate it across Southeast Asia and in some European countries like Germany and Belgium. Other related days include Singles Awareness Day on February 15 and National Singles Day on March 11. While it’s uncommon in North America, some people know Singles’ Day and its meaning.
Why is Singles’ Day observed on November 11?
The following meanings are connected to the date 11.11:
1: The number 1 represents a single person or individual.
11: This number shows two people who have come together on 11.11.
2 x (11): This symbolises a celebration of couples, where each couple consists of two individuals finding each other on 11.11.
A shopping event
Although it is not a recognised public holiday in China, it has become the biggest online and offline shopping day worldwide. As more people join the celebration, many companies try reaching younger consumers.
What is the importance of 11:11?
The 11/11 portal is an important event that happened on November 11. This date is known as 11/11 and has a special meaning in numerology. It is a spiritual gateway for those who connect with its energy. November is significant because it is linked to the number 11, a master number associated with spiritual awakening and enlightenment.
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