What were Chinese fireworks used for?

Answer 1

In the beginning, fireworks were used just for fun, but they also became known for the loud cracking sound that warded off evil spirits and kept people safe. Therefore, they came into use for events such as weddings, religious ceremonies, and victory celebrations.

Answer 2

The Chinese thought that the loud noise from the fireworks would scare off evil spirits. They also used fireworks to celebrate weddings, battle victories, religious ceremonies, and later adapted them for military use during the Middle Ages.

Answer 3

They were used in religious celebrations because they thought the loud bangs scared off evil spirits, they were also used in regular celebrations.