Every year, the 10th day of the lunar calendar is known as the Day of the God of Wealth. It is believed that performing a ritual to worship the God of Wealth on this day will bring luck and prosperity to the household. In the year 2024, the Day of the God of Wealth falls on Monday, February 19th. Families can prepare an altar and perform the worship ceremony on this day.
Altar for the Day of the God of Wealth on the 10th day of the lunar calendar
The altar for the Day of the God of Wealth on the 10th day of the lunar calendar is usually prepared according to the family’s conditions and regional beliefs.
Typically, the altar includes candles, incense, water, wine, sticky rice, salt, gold imitation money, fresh flowers, betel leaves and areca nuts, fresh fruits, a set of three roasted or boiled meats (including fat, lean meat, and skin; a balut egg; a shrimp or crab), and savory dishes (depending on the family).
In addition, in the southern region, people often offer grilled snakehead fish or roasted pig with bánh hỏi for the God of Wealth.
On the Day of the God of Wealth, many people will buy gold for good luck and place it on the altar to pray for a year of abundance.
Prayer for the Day of the God of Wealth
Homeowners can refer to one of the three prayers for the God of Wealth below to recite during the worship ceremony.
Prayer for the God of Wealth #1
Respect to the Earth Spirit, the Virtuous God, and the God of Wealth (if performing the ritual in a business place or outside), the ancestors……, the male and female deities, the spirits (if performing the ritual indoors or at the ancestral altar, add this part).
Today is the 10th day of the lunar month, Giáp Thìn, in the year 2024.
We are…
Residing at…
We sincerely prepare offerings of incense, worship the deities, burn incense, and pray deeply.
We humbly ask for protection and blessings for our offspring, peace and prosperity for our family, and wealth and fortune in all our endeavors.
Prayer for the God of Wealth #2
I bow to the nine regions of Heaven and the ten directions of Earth.
I respectfully bow to the ruling gods, the generals of Tề Vương, and the deities of the Five Temples.
I respectfully bow to the heavenly gods and grand kings.
I humbly bow to the Earth God – the God of Wealth, the owner and mistress of the land, the spirits of the place, the former owners and subsequent owners.
My name is…
My birthdate is…
My shop is located at…
Today is the 10th day of the lunar month, Giáp Thìn.
I, the believer, sincerely prepare offerings of flowers, fruits, gold and silver, tea and betel leaves, and present them in front of the altar. Before the deities, the believer clasps their hands in reverence.
I beseech the heavenly gods, the Earth God, the God of Wealth, to witness this sincere prayer, accept the offerings, and bless the believer and their family with safety, prosperity, and abundant fortune throughout the year, fulfilling all wishes.
May the believer find success and fame in their business, becoming known far and wide, with unlimited prosperity and minimal obstacles.
I do not dare to dream of lofty ambitions. I only hope for the results of my efforts, achieving success through diligence, and some good luck to bring unexpected fortune.
We, as human beings, cannot foresee the future. If there are mistakes or missteps, I ask the gods to forgive us.
I respectfully beseech the Earth God, the God of Wealth, the owner and mistress of the land, the spirits and the former and subsequent owners to witness this sincere prayer. I bow in reverence.
Nam mô A Di Đà Phật! (recite 3 times and bow 3 times)
Prayer for the God of Wealth #3
Nam mô A Di Đà Phật! (recite 3 times and bow 3 times)
I bow to the nine regions of Heaven, the ten directions of the Buddhas, and the Buddhas of the ten directions. I respectfully bow to the heavenly king, the earthly king, and the deities. I respectfully bow to the Eastern Palace residence – the God of Wealth. I respectfully bow to the spirits governing the land in this region.
I, the believer…
Residing at…
Today is the 10th day of the lunar month, Giáp Thìn.
I, the believer, sincerely prepare offerings, such as flowers, sacrificial items, gold and silver, tea and fruits, and present them before the altar to invite the God of Wealth. I humbly request the God of Wealth to have compassion for the believer, manifest in front of the altar, witness the sincere heart, accept the offerings, protect and support the believer and their family, granting security, good fortune, prosperity, and an open mind, fulfilling all desires.
I, the believer, respectfully bow before the altar to express gratitude and seek support and blessings.
Nam mô A Di Đà Phật! (recite 3 times and bow 3 times)
This information is for reference and contemplation purposes.
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