The concept of the Kim Lau age, or Kim Lau year, holds a significant place in Vietnamese culture and traditions. While the term “Kim Lau” literally translates to “golden tower” or “golden house,” symbolizing prosperity and wealth, it has come to be associated with bad luck and misfortune among the common people.
According to folk beliefs, the Kim Lau age brings ill fate, especially for major life events such as weddings and building a new house. Superstitions hold that a bride or groom in their Kim Lau age will bring bad luck, with the belief being more prevalent when it comes to the bride. Additionally, it is considered extremely inauspicious for a man in his Kim Lau age to build a new house, as it is thought to bring hardship and adversity.
Unraveling the Mystery of Kim Lau:
The fear and avoidance associated with the Kim Lau age stem from a fascinating historical narrative. It is believed that during feudal times, royalty and wealthy aristocrats chose the Kim Lau year for their children’s weddings, hoping to bestow upon them good fortune and prosperity. However, to prevent commoners from doing the same and potentially encroaching on their privilege, the ruling class forbade them from holding weddings during this auspicious year.
In essence, the Kim Lau age was reserved for the elite, and any commoner who dared to wed or build a house during this time would incur the wrath of the ruling class. Over time, this belief became deeply ingrained in Vietnamese culture, and the Kim Lau age continues to be considered inauspicious, even in modern times.
Kim Lau: A Traditional Wedding Taboo
Calculating the Kim Lau Age:
The Kim Lau age is categorized into four types, each representing a different aspect of life and potential challenges.
Kim Lau Than (Self): This type of Kim Lau directly affects the individual. If a person gets married or builds a house during their Kim Lau Than age, they are believed to encounter obstacles and hardships.
Kim Lau The (Spouse): The ill fate of Kim Lau The indirectly influences the wife or husband of the person in their Kim Lau age.
Kim Lau Tu (Offspring): Kim Lau Tu casts an indirect influence on the children of the person in their Kim Lau age. For example, if a parent or both parents are in their Kim Lau age when making significant decisions, it is thought to bring difficulties for their children.
Kim Lau Suc (Livestock): This type of Kim Lau affects the well-being of domestic animals and crops within the family of the person in their Kim Lau age. It is believed that undertaking significant endeavors during this time can impact the family’s economic situation, particularly in terms of livestock and agriculture.
There are three methods to calculate the Kim Lau age for both men and women:
For Women: The Kim Lau age for women is determined by the unit digit of their age. Ages with unit digits of 1, 3, 6, and 8 are considered Kim Lau ages, including the “mụ” age, which is a significant milestone in a woman’s life.
For Men: The calculation for men involves dividing their age (including the “mụ” age) by 9. If the result is a number divisible by 9 or leaves a remainder of 1, 3, 6, or 8, then the man is considered to be in his Kim Lau age.
Additionally, the remainder from the division can indicate the specific type of Kim Lau age: 1 represents Kim Lau Than, 3 represents Kim Lau The, 6 represents Kim Lau Tu, and 8 represents Kim Lau Suc.
Another method, known as the Hoang Oc calculation, involves summing up all the digits of a person’s age (including the “mụ” age) until a single-digit number is obtained. If this final digit is 1, 3, 6, or 8, then the person is believed to be in their Kim Lau age.
Disclaimer: This information is based on traditional beliefs and practices and may not be scientifically validated.
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