Burning paper money at festivals for ancestors is a part of traditional Chinese culture and is done to show respect and provide for the deceased in the afterlife. The practice is based on the belief that material possessions and money can still be enjoyed by ancestors in the spiritual realm. By burning paper money, it is believed that the spirits will receive the monetary value in the afterlife. Additionally, it is also seen as a way to honor and express gratitude towards ancestors for their blessings and guidance. The act of burning the money is symbolic of offering and sending wealth to the deceased relatives or ancestors in the spirit world. This ritual is commonly practiced during festivals such as Qingming Festival (Tomb-Sweeping Day), Hungry Ghost Festival, and the Lunar New Year.
