When is the Kitchen God Festival in 2024?
In the lunar calendar year 2024, the Kitchen God Festival will fall on Friday, February 2, 2024, which is the 23rd day of the twelfth month of the year of the Quy Mao. This day is called Binh Than, a day of auspiciousness.
What is the auspicious day to worship the Kitchen God in 2024?
Traditionally, families perform the ritual to worship the Kitchen God on the 23rd day of the twelfth month every year. This ritual is to bid farewell to the gods who take care of the kitchen in the house and report to the Jade Emperor about the situation of each family in the mortal world during the past year. However, the traditional ritual has been modified to be more suitable for modern family life, emphasizing sincere devotion and spiritual connection, rather than simply preparing a table full of offerings.
Therefore, families should arrange the worship ceremony at a convenient time. If it is not feasible to perform the ritual on the exact date of the 23rd day of the twelfth month, it can be performed one or two days earlier, as long as it is not too late. According to the Vạn Niên Calendar, the twelfth month of the year of the Quy Mao has 3 auspicious days, known as “cat khanh”, which bring luck and blessings when worshipping the Kitchen God.
Specifically, the auspicious dates and times for worshipping the Kitchen God in 2024 are as follows:
The 20th day of the twelfth month (January 30, 2024 in the Gregorian calendar)
On this day, it is Tuesday, the Quy Ti day, which belongs to the Great Peace Zodiac Sign.
Meaning: This day is considered very auspicious for spiritual rituals, especially worshipping the Kitchen God in 2024. It promises peace, stability, prosperity, lasting success, and enduring luck. Whether praying for a successful career or seeking wealth, everything will be in harmony. Lost items can be easily found. Relatives, whether near or far, will be healthy and happy. The health of the head of the household will be stronger, reducing illness and pain.
The 21st day of the twelfth month (January 31, 2024 in the Gregorian calendar)
On this day, it is Wednesday, the Giap Ngo day, which belongs to the Perennial Zodiac Sign.
Meaning: In terms of astrology, the Perennial day will cause some delays in time and actions. However, even though things may progress a bit slowly, they can still yield the desired results if done wholeheartedly and sincerely. Performing the ritual to worship the Kitchen God on this day is also suitable and can bring peace of mind.
The 23rd day of the twelfth month (February 2, 2024 in the Gregorian calendar)
On this day, it is Friday, the Binh Than day, which belongs to the Crossroad Zodiac Sign.
Meaning: Usually, conflicts and troubles may occur on this day, so it is advisable to avoid important events such as weddings or groundbreaking ceremonies. However, when it comes to spiritual matters, there are no restrictions. Once a sincere repentance is made and a heartfelt devotion is expressed, not only will the Kitchen God bestow blessings, but also the spiritual well-being of the household will be uplifted and at peace.
What are the auspicious hours to worship the Kitchen God in 2024?
Corresponding to the above-mentioned auspicious dates for worshipping the Kitchen God in 2024 are the auspicious hours based on the Zodiac Signs, which homeowners can choose for convenience. Specifically, they are as follows: The auspicious hours for worshipping the Kitchen God on the 20th day of the twelfth month are:
Time of Thìn (7 AM – 9 AM): Tu Menh – This is a favorable time for business development. It brings success despite difficulties. Material wealth will fill your pockets. Life will be prosperous, peaceful, and completely happy.
Time of Ngọ (11 AM – 1 PM): Thanh Long – Everything will go smoothly, relationships will be harmonious, and joy will prevail.
Time of Mùi (1 PM – 3 PM): Minh Duong – Everything will be even smoother, and assistance from respected individuals will make everything happen as desired.
Note: If you wish to perform other rituals, such as burning incense or trimming candle wicks, it is recommended to do so after the time of Mùi or within the time of Mùi. However, it is necessary to ensure that the worship of the Kitchen God is completed before that.
The auspicious hours for worshipping the Kitchen God on the 21st day of the twelfth month:
Time of Mão (5 AM – 7 AM): Ngoc Duong – Everything you do will receive support and assistance from respected individuals, leading to unexpected success. This time is best for starting new endeavors.
Time of Ngọ (11 AM – 1 PM): Tu Menh – This is a favorable time for business development. It brings success despite difficulties. Material wealth will fill your pockets. Life will be prosperous, peaceful, and completely happy.
Time of Thân (3 PM – 5 PM): Thanh Long – Everything will go smoothly, relationships will be harmonious, and joy will prevail.
Time of Dậu (5 PM – 7 PM): Minh Duong – Everything will be even smoother, and assistance from respected individuals will make everything happen as desired.
Note: If you wish to perform other rituals, such as burning incense or trimming candle wicks, it is recommended to do so during or after the time of Thân. However, it is necessary to ensure that the worship of the Kitchen God is completed before that.
The auspicious hours for worshipping the Kitchen God on the 23rd day of the twelfth month:
Time of Thìn (7 AM – 9 AM): Kim Quy – Everything will go smoothly, especially for those who wish to have children.
Time of Tị (9 AM – 11 AM): Bao Quang – Good for opening businesses, achieving financial success, and maximizing profits.
Regarding the Time of Ngọ (11 AM – 1 PM): According to traditional beliefs, this is the time when the Kitchen God gathers to ascend to heaven. It is considered to be the most spiritually significant time, especially for bidding farewell to the Kitchen God (preferably before noon). However, on the 23rd day of the twelfth month in the year of the Quy Mao, the Time of Ngọ is considered an inauspicious time. Therefore, each family can choose a suitable and convenient time based on their own beliefs. It is not necessary to perform the ritual at exactly noon (Ngọ), but it can be done during the aforementioned auspicious hours (such as the Time of Thìn or Tị) on this day.
Note: For those who wish to burn incense or trim candle wicks on this day, it is recommended to do so after the Time of Tị, ensuring that the worship of the Kitchen God is completed beforehand.
Kitchen God offering table
Before preparing the Kitchen God offering table, families should gather the necessary items:
– 3 Kitchen God hats: 2 hats for the Kitchen God and 1 hat for the Kitchen God’s wife. The hats for the Kitchen Gods usually have two wings, while the hat for the Kitchen God’s wife does not have wings.
In many places, people only symbolically worship one hat representing the Kitchen God with wings, accompanied by an outfit and a pair of paper shoes.
– A carp: Symbolizing the means for the Kitchen Gods to return to heaven.
In the northern region, families often worship live carp placed in a water basin, and then release the carp into ponds or lakes as a symbolic act. In the central region, people worship a paper horse with a saddle and reins. In the southern region, families only worship paper hats, outfits, and shoes.
The Kitchen God offering table does not need to be extravagant or filled with expensive golden items. The most important thing is to have sincere devotion and reverence during the ceremony.
Depending on the circumstances of each family and the local culture, families can choose to prepare a salty offering table or a vegetarian offering table (with betel leaves, flowers, fruits, and gold and silver paper) to bid farewell to the Kitchen Gods.
A traditional Kitchen God offering table usually includes the following basic items:
1 plate of rice
1 plate of salt
5 ounces of boiled pork shoulder (or chicken)
1 bowl of soup
1 plate of stir-fried dish
1 plate of sausage
1 fried carp (or live carp)
1 plate of red sticky rice
1 plate of fruits
1 teapot of lotus tea
3 cups of alcohol
Betel leaves, areca nuts
1 vase of flowers
1 stack of paper money and gold
Currently, many families have proactively adjusted the offerings to suit the weather or their own preparation capabilities. For example, replacing boiled pork with boiled chicken, or changing the soup dishes, etc.
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