Tag: worship
The Ancestor’s Request: “Place Bananas on the Altar, but Never Take Them to Worship...
Banana is a fruit of significant importance in worship, but it is considered highly inauspicious to bring to grave-sweeping ceremonies. But why is that?
Why Do Most Wealthy Families Place a Vase of Flowers on the Left Side...
Wealthy families often place a vase of flowers on the left side of their ancestral altar, and there's a meaningful reason behind this tradition.
Why Do the Vietnamese Burn Incense in Odd Numbers? Is It Okay to Burn...
Why do we have this custom? Does lighting an even number of incense sticks hold any significance?
Should You Present a Whole Chicken or Cut-up Pieces at Ancestral Altars?
When it comes to making offerings during worship, a common dilemma arises: whether to offer the sacrifice whole or in pieces.
“The Superstition of Salt and Rice: Offend the Gods and Lose Your Fortune”
According to Feng Shui principles, it is considered inauspicious to sprinkle or scatter rice and salt indiscriminately after offering rituals. Failing to dispose of these offerings properly, including throwing them onto the street, is believed to bring bad luck and deplete the homeowner's fortune.
Why Do People Prefer to Buy Odd-Numbered Hands of Worship Bananas Despite the High...
As the Lunar New Year approaches, the demand for bananas surges, with customers actively seeking out odd-numbered bunches, regardless of the premium price.
The Intriguing Reason Behind Placing a Vase on the Left Side of an Ancestral...
The vase is an essential item on the altar. Little did you know, the affluent often place a vase on the left side of the altar.
The Perfect Fruit for Offering: Are You Making This Common Mistake and Offending the...
For those who are unaware, the image of a banana bunch is a common sight on Vietnamese spiritual altars. This fruit holds a deeper significance than one might initially assume. When choosing bananas as an offering, there's more to consider than just their symbolic value.
The Power of Garlic: Unlocking Prosperity During the Hungry Ghost Festival
Do you know why garlic should be placed on the altar of the God of Wealth?
“Attract Wealth and Prosperity: Auspicious Dates to Invite the Earth God of Wealth in...
Inviting prosperity and good fortune, the revered deities Ông Địa and Thần Tài occupy a special place in the spiritual lives of Vietnamese families. Mark your calendars and take note of the auspicious days in 2022 to welcome these benevolent gods into your homes and embrace their blessings.