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TL;DR: The Sun Star is one of the three auspicious stars in the Nine Luminaries, governing bright career prospects, wealth, and smooth sailing. In folk belief, being under this star is considered a good omen, especially favorable in the 6th and 10th lunar months.
What is the Sun Star (Thái Dương) in the Nine Luminaries?
In the Nine Luminaries system, each person is believed to be under the influence of one star annually, rotating on a 9-year cycle. The Sun Star, along with the Moon Star (Thái Âm) and Jupiter Star (Mộc Đức), belongs to the group of three auspicious stars.
What are the auspicious meanings of the Sun Star?
The Sun Star is associated with brightness, positive energy, and prosperity. Folk beliefs attribute several positive effects to this star:
Career Advancement
Those under the Sun Star are believed to experience career growth and recognition from superiors. The sun's energy symbolizes new beginnings and smooth progress in professional endeavors.
Wealth and Prosperity
This star is said to bring financial success, particularly favorable for business activities. The 6th and 10th lunar months are considered the most auspicious periods.
Health and Vitality
Unlike malefic stars, the Sun Star is thought to promote physical well-being and mental clarity, fostering optimism and motivation.
What should you note even with a good star?
Even with an auspicious star, traditional wisdom advises humility, caution in social relations, and maintaining a diligent work ethic to fully benefit from good fortune.
How do you conduct the Sun Star ritual?
Many people still perform rituals to express reverence and seek blessings:
When is the right time to worship the Sun Star?
The best time is between 11:00 AM and 1:00 PM on the 27th day of each lunar month.
Direction and Altar
Worshipers should face the East direction. The tablet inscription is written in red ink on yellow paper, bearing the star's full name: "Đức Nhật Cung Thái Dương Thiên Tử Tinh Quân".
Offerings
Thirteen oil lamps or candles are lit. Offerings include incense, flowers, tea, fruits, betel nuts, gold paper, salt, rice, and a yellow hat symbolizing the sun.
Prayer
The ritual prayer honors Buddhas and celestial deities, states the worshiper's full name and birth date, and expresses sincere wishes for protection and blessings. After the ceremony, votive papers are burned to complete the ritual.
Quick-Reference Table: star Thái Dương
| Aspect | Content |
|---|---|
| Folk classification | auspicious |
| Reading | Thái Dương is an auspicious star, associated with reputation, career success, and helpful benefactors - folk tradition sees it as especially favorable for men. A Thái Dương year tends to favor career advancement. |
| Lunar ages affected (men) | 5, 14, 23, 32, 41, 50, 59, 68, 77, 86, 95 |
| Lunar ages affected (women) | 7, 16, 25, 34, 43, 52, 61, 70, 79, 88, 97 |
Figures in this table match the results of the lookup tools on Nhật Nguyệt.
