He gave his parents a pair of auspicious jade pendants.
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history
First attested in the Yuan drama 《赚蒯通》 by an anonymous playwright: '再休想吉祥如意,多管是你恶限临逼' ('don't hope any more for good fortune and your wishes') — used negatively, but the four characters soon became a standalone blessing.
culture
A ubiquitous Lunar New Year phrase, on red banners, lucky packets, and cards. Commonly paired: 吉祥如意,万事如意, 阖家幸福.
