Thus, the tradition of eating Laba porridge was based in religion, though with the passing of time the food itself became a popular winter dish especially in cold northern China.

因此，尽管随着时间的推移，腊八粥成了流行的冬季食物，尤其是在中国寒冷的北方，但这个传统却是来自佛教。

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At that time people would starve if food was difficult to find, especially during the cold winter months.

在那个时代，如果食物难以找到，特别是在寒冷的冬月，人们就会挨饿。

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At that time people would starve if food was difficult to find, especially during the cold winter months.

那个时候如果食物难找人会饿死的，尤其是寒冷的冬天。

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