Tag: worship

Pomelo is an essential fruit in the fruit tray during the ancestral worship, especially during the Vietnamese Lunar New Year. However, it is important to choose the right shape of pomelo.

One common dilemma is whether to continue using the items left behind by the previous owner or not, which items can be repurposed, and which ones should be completely replaced.

Incense burning and offerings of salt, fruit, and golden pastries are essential in spiritual rituals. However, when it comes to the God of Wealth, there is a unique ceremonial item that many people are not aware of.

At the end of the year, people in the Northern region of Vietnam celebrate by offering bananas and pomelos as offerings, while the Southern region seems indifferent. So, how exactly do they conduct spiritual worship?

Throughout generations, the Vietnamese people have been passing down the tradition of offering gifts to ancestral spirits. In this ritual, offerings commonly include chickens and pigs. However, it is interesting to note that ducks, geese, ducks, buffaloes, and dogs are never used in this practice.

Lilies are a popular and prestigious flower, but they are only offered for worship in certain places and many people are still unaware of this.

Offered to the gods of wealth at the time of Canh Ba, these ritual items are believed to bring prosperity and attract good fortune.

In conclusion, the ritual of lighting incense with roosters and hens in Vietnamese culture holds immense symbolic significance. It is a way of communicating with the spiritual realm, seeking blessings, and honoring ancestors. This captivating tradition adds depth and charm to Vietnam's rich cultural heritage.