For generations, our ancestors have considered building a house as a significant life event, alongside buying a buffalo and getting married. Aside from materials, labor, and orientation, choosing the right month to start construction is of utmost importance.
Let’s explore together whether it is auspicious to commence construction in the first lunar month, often known as January.
1 Is it auspicious to start construction in January? Are there any potential harms?
Is it advisable to start construction in January? Are there any potential drawbacks?
Many individuals believe that initiating construction at the beginning of the year (January) would violate certain superstitions. It is thought that breaking ground, demolishing, and constructing at the start of the year may bring bad luck and disrupt the peace of the new year.
January’s weather patterns can also hinder smooth construction. Being the month of the Spring Equinox, it tends to be damp with drizzles in the northern and central regions.
Additionally, January is considered a month of leisure, which may constrain the resources available for construction.
Is it advisable to start construction in January? Are there any potential harms?
In accordance with the spiritual beliefs of Vietnamese people, “what is worshipped brings blessings, and what is avoided brings peace.” Therefore, demolition and destruction are considered inauspicious during January and may bring misfortune throughout the year.
The taboo against constructing or renovating a house in January may have stemmed from the fact that traditionally, no one undertook such activities during this month. Over time, this practice has become a widely observed superstition for the first month of the new year.
However, there are exceptions to this belief, such as when the homeowner’s age is incompatible with the construction month or when the chosen start date is unfavorable…
2 Important considerations when determining the propitious age for building a house
Important notes when considering the propitious age for building a house
According to folk beliefs, when building a house, one should consider the age of the male head of the household to determine if the chosen month and year hold any potential misfortunes. If there is no male head of the household, the age of the eldest son or a female head of the household can be considered.
However, if there is no suitable age within the family, it is possible to borrow the age of another person, preferably an older male. Aside from age, one should also consider the borrowed person’s personality and whether they lead a prosperous life. This is believed to bring good fortune to the new home.
Aside from construction, there are other superstitions to be aware of during January. Pay attention to these taboos to avoid any mishaps at the start of the new year!
Tips to Increase Your Chances of Success on an Exam
Have you ever wondered what you should and shouldn’t do while taking a test? Popular opinion suggests certain guidelines to ensure a successful and efficient examination. Let’s take a look at them.
2023 Seventh Month Kitchen God Offering: Full Details Revealed
2023 marks an important spiritual milestone for many families as the seventh lunar month’s full moon day brings with it the customary worship of the Kitchen God. Find out the specific and intricate steps involved with the traditional Kitchen God worship ritual on the 23rd day of the twelfth lunar month.
Ancestral teachings warn against three actions: never bring darkness into your home, always be cautious, and ensure the safety of future generations.
In ancient times, it was believed that when the sky turned dark and “black and white” merged together, it was also the time for families to gather and there were certain things that absolutely should not be done.
Characteristics of Babies Born in the Spring of 2024: What Parents Should Know to Ensure a Bright Future for Their Child
According to the belief in feng shui, the season, month, and hour of birth are related to a person’s destiny. Babies born in the spring season of the Year of the Rat (Giap Thin) have the following characteristics.
