Tag: Vietnamese culture

Introducing the Art of Vietnamese Ancestral Worship: A Guide to Offering Incense and Prayers to the Land God and Ancestors The practice of offering incense and prayers to the Land God and ancestors is a beautiful tradition in Vietnamese culture. This guide aims to provide a comprehensive and detailed overview of the rituals involved in ancestral worship, offering guidance on the proper way to pay respect to one's family lineage and the gods.

The traditional ceremony of housewarming and groundbreaking calls for a special offering - a tray of five types of fruits, carefully selected to represent the five elements of nature. This symbolic gesture is believed to bring good fortune and blessings from the Earth deity, ensuring a smooth construction process and future prosperity for the new home. Today, we delve into the art of crafting this auspicious fruit tray, offering a comprehensive guide to help you create a truly meaningful and complete offering.

The worship of the God of Wealth is becoming increasingly popular, but many people are still unfamiliar with the specific rituals involved.

Many people wonder if planting banana trees in front of the house can attract wealth and bring prosperity to the family. So what is the correct answer to this question?

When it comes to choosing flowers for the altar, it is believed that certain numbers bring good luck to the homeowners. Let's delve into the significance of each number and its potential to bestow blessings upon the household.

When is Tet Thanh Minh in 2024? It is one of the traditional festivals of the Vietnamese people.

Red envelope, also known as lucky money, is a traditional custom during the Lunar New Year in Asian countries.

In ancient times, there was a saying "prevention is better than cure". To ensure a prosperous and fortunate new year, you can consider some taboos on the 2nd day of the Lunar New Year.

Leaf bathing is a popular ritual among the Vietnamese people on the last day of the year.

In the past, people used to enjoy choosing coconuts to light incense during Tet holiday. They had their own reasons.