Tag: Ancestral worship
Ancestral Advice: Place bananas on the ancestral altar, but do not take them to...
Banana is an essential fruit in the Lunar New Year fruit tray in Northern Vietnam. However, it is also considered a taboo fruit to bring to tomb sweeping ceremonies at the end of the year. Why?
Lunar New Year’s Second Day Prayer: Concise and Complete
On the second day of Tet, families usually prepare an offering table for Buddha and ancestors to pray for a peaceful new year.
Ancestors’ advice: If your family lacks these 3 words at the beginning of the...
Based on ancient wisdom, these three sounds are believed to bring wealth and prosperity to the homeowners.
The Power of Names: Unveiling the Mystery Behind Ancestral Silence
The younger generation often avoids mentioning the names of their ancestors. They believe that mentioning the names of those who came before them is disrespectful and offensive to their ancestors.
Blessings Await: Three Graves Visited, Ancestral Spirits Satisfied
The end of the year is the time when everyone needs to visit the gravesite, tidy up the ancestors' tombs, and invite deceased relatives back home for the Lunar New Year. So, who is the most suitable to perform these rituals?
Important Notes to Remember When Presenting a Fruit Platter
"Read on with BACH HOA XANH to explore the essential tips you need to remember when arranging a tray of five fruits for praying, to avoid losing fortune and prosperity or attracting undesired incidents."
Avoid These 4 Taboos When Visiting Ancestral Graves to Prevent Punishment and Bad Luck
Algae burial is a beautiful tradition of the Vietnamese people, but it is important to remember the following guidelines in order to avoid disrespectful behavior and bad luck.
6 activities to do in the last month of the Lunar year for good...
The end of the year is the perfect time to do these things to "get rid of bad luck and welcome good luck," and prepare to welcome the new year with lots of luck and opportunities.
Why do many families avoid burning banana incense? Understanding the correct way to worship...
In Vietnamese culture, bananas are a common fruit used for worship, but many families consider it to be unlucky.
Mother-in-law rejects beautiful bananas bought by daughter-in-law. Why?
In the ancient Vietnamese spiritual rituals, bananas are considered a highly significant offering, but there are some hidden aspects of the banana that many people are unaware of.