Tag: incense

Incense, like the wind, carries our prayers to the divine. When paying respects to the Kitchen Gods during the Táo Quân festival, one must be mindful of the odd-number rule when lighting incense, lest we offend these deities with an uneven number of sticks.

Many Vietnamese families uphold the tradition of paying homage to the God of Wealth, in the hope of inviting good fortune, prosperity, and abundance into their homes. However, it is important to be aware of certain taboos and rituals surrounding this practice, as outlined in this article, to ensure that your offerings do not inadvertently lead to financial losses.

Cemetery visits and grave tending are age-old traditions that honor the deceased. The act of tending to one's ancestors' graves is a heartfelt way to express gratitude and remember their legacy. The seventh lunar month, often known as the Ghost Festival, presents an opportune time to pay respects by visiting and offering incense at the graves of departed loved ones.

Setting up a Buddhist altar in your home is an important and intricate affair. There are several considerations to keep in mind to ensure a respectful and auspicious arrangement. These guidelines will help homeowners create a sacred and harmonious space for their Buddhist altar.

These home fragrances are the feng shui of your home, bringing wealth and fortune.

Grave visiting is a traditional activity of Vietnamese people to honor their ancestors during the festival of Tomb Sweeping Day. However, there are certain things that you should be aware of in order to avoid bad luck.

In ancient times, it was believed that borrowing these three things had a negative impact on the wealth and peace of a family. What are those things?

Many people purchase the Buddha's Hand fruit to use it for burning incense, but once the fruit is dried up, they discard it without realizing its various culinary uses and health benefits.

Recently, there has been a widely circulated video on social media with the content "Absolutely no New Year's Eve ceremonies in 2024". Let's delve deeper into this.

The altar is considered the most sacred spot in the house, especially during the Lunar New Year when the altar shows this sign, the family will be blessed with prosperity.