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Vũ Trọng Phụng

Writer and journalist known as the 'King of investigative reportage in Tonkin', author of Số đỏ and Giông tố

Knowledge articles (39)

Giong Festival (Hanoi) , UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage

Discover Giong Festival at Soc Temple and Phu Dong Temple, Hanoi: its origins, unique rituals, historical values, and the journey to become UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity.

Historical figures

Saint Giong - Phu Dong Thien Vuong: From the Legend of Defeating the An Invaders to an Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity

Explore the detailed story of Saint Giong, from the myth of defeating the An invaders and his cultural symbolism among the Four Immortals to the value of the Giong Festival, honored by UNESCO.

Feng shui

Hợi Mountain Direction in Feng Shui's 24 Mountains: Meaning and In-Depth Interpretation

Discover the Hợi mountain in the 24 mountain directions system: its geographical position, five elements, energy, good and bad configurations, and practical applications in feng shui.

Life-cycle rites

Matrilineal Marriage Customs of the Ê Đê: When the Woman Proposes

Discover the unique husband-proposing rituals of the Ê Đê people in the Central Highlands, where women take the lead in marriage. This article analyzes four key ceremonies and the cultural significance of the matrilineal system.

Ethnic minority customs

Wedding Customs of the Thai People (Son La)

Explore the unique wedding customs of the Black Thai in Son La: from the groom's trial stay, the Tằng cẩu hair-bunning ceremony to traditional offerings and their modern evolution.

Ethnic minority belief

Beliefs and Festivals of the Cham People

The Cham community comprises three distinct religious streams: Cham Bàlamôn, Cham Bàni and Cham Islam, each with its own festivals and practices, from Katê to Ramưwan.

Traditional festivals

What Types of Traditional Festivals Are There in Vietnam?

An overview of traditional Vietnamese festivals: agricultural, religious, commemorative, and ethnic festivals. Classification, meaning, and cultural value.

Vietnamese astrology

Is Astrology Science or Superstition: The Wrong Question, and the Question Worth Asking Instead

Is astrology science or superstition? This analysis covers its origins, chart mechanics, limits, and how to use it sensibly without letting it drive major life decisions.

Traditional festivals

Tria Lua (Seed Planting) Festival Worshipping the Rice God of the Bru-Van Kieu People

Discover the Tria Lua (seed planting) festival of the Bru-Van Kieu people in Quang Binh, an agricultural ritual worshipping the rice god and praying for a bountiful harvest with unique ceremonies.

Traditional festivals

New Rice Festival and Buffalo Sacrifice Ritual of the M'Nong People

Discover the New Rice Festival and buffalo sacrifice custom of the M'Nong people in the Central Highlands, a ritual to thank deities and pray for a bountiful harvest.

Traditional festivals

Roóng Poọc Festival: The Spring Plowing Ritual of the Giáy People in Sa Pa

Explore the Roóng Poọc Festival (going to the field) of the Giáy people in Sa Pa, Lao Cai: its origins, the rituals of erecting the Neu tree, nem con, tug of war, and the meaning of fertility beliefs for a good harvest.

Traditional festivals

Gau Tao Festival: The Hmong's Thanksgiving Ritual for Blessings of Children

Discover the Gau Tao Festival of the Hmong people in Lao Cai: its origins, significance in seeking children, the ritual of erecting the Neu pole, community activities, and cultural heritage value.

Historical figures

Huyen Tran Princess Temple Festival - The Pioneer of the Southern Expansion

Discover the Huyen Tran Princess Temple Festival: a historical figure who expanded the southern frontier, its cultural significance, traditional rituals, and spiritual values at a national historical site.

Traditional festivals

Katê Festival and the Indispensable Role of the Raglai People

Explore the Katê Festival of the Chăm people in Ninh Thuận, from the ceremony of receiving the attire of Goddess Pô Nưgar to the crucial role of the Raglai community in preserving this unique cultural heritage.

Traditional festivals

New Rice Festival - The Biggest Annual Celebration of the Xo Dang People

Discover the New Rice Festival of the Xo Dang people in the Central Highlands: rituals, offerings, spiritual significance, and its role in community bonding among swidden farmers.

Zodiac animals

Harmony Triangle of Pig - Rabbit - Goat (Wood Element): Exploring the Zodiac Compatibility Group

An in-depth article about the Harmony Triangle of Pig, Rabbit, and Goat (Wood Element) in the Chinese zodiac: its origins, formation principles, personality traits, and the mutual support among these three signs.

Zodiac animals

Personality Traits of People Born in the Year of the Pig According to Folk Beliefs

Explore the detailed personality of Pig zodiac individuals through the lens of folk culture: from honesty and generosity to hidden inner corners and relationships with other zodiac signs.

Folk belief

Traditional Rain Praying Festival of Northern Delta Residents in Hung Yen

Explore the Rain Praying Festival (Tu Phap) in Hung Yen: its origins linked to the worship of the Four Goddesses, the unique palanquin procession rituals, and the cultural significance for wet-rice farmers in the Northern Delta.

Traditional festivals

Yen Tu Festival (Quang Ninh): A Journey to the Buddha's Land and the Meaning of Truc Lam Buddhism

Explore the Yen Tu Spring Festival, the heart of Truc Lam Buddhism founded by Emperor-Buddha Tran Nhan Tong, along with its unique rituals and profound spiritual-cultural values.

Traditional food

Five-Color Sticky Rice of the Tay People: Natural Colors in the Long Tong Festival

Explore the Tay people's five-color sticky rice in the Long Tong festival: natural color ingredients, five-element symbolism, and distinctive steaming techniques.

Ethnic minority belief

Tày Beliefs and Festivals: Then Singing, the Tính Lute, and the Lồng Tồng Festival

Explore the sacred Then belief system, the Tính lute, and the Lồng Tồng down-to-the-fields festival of the Tày, Vietnam's largest ethnic minority group in the Northeast.

Zodiac animals

The Meaning of the Four Clashing Signs: Tiger - Monkey - Snake - Pig in Eastern Folk Belief

Explore the deep meaning of the Four Clashing Signs (Tiger, Monkey, Snake, Pig) in Eastern culture: principles of conflict, karmic perspectives, and practical harmonization.

Traditional crafts

The thousand-year-old Đọi Tam drum village: Buffalo skin, jackfruit wood, and the sound of festival drums

Discover the secrets behind the resonant sound of Đọi Tam drums, from selecting buffalo skin and jackfruit wood to the art of drum skin stretching by Hà Nam artisans.

Tet and seasonal rites

Tet Doi: The Festival of Inviting the Rice Goddesses Back to the Village of the Muong People in Phu Tho

Tet Doi is a festival of the Muong people in Thu Cuc commune, Phu Tho, to invite the 'rice maidens' back to the village. The rice procession ritual and distinctive cultural activities have been recognized as a National Intangible Cultural Heritage.

Ethnic minority customs

Cham Wedding Customs in Southern Vietnam: Rituals, Meanings, and Transformations

Explore the unique wedding customs of the Cham people in Southern Vietnam following Islam: from proposal, engagement to main ceremonies, along with transformations in modern life.

Traditional festivals

Bay Nui Buffalo Racing Festival: A Unique Agricultural Culture of the Khmer People in An Giang

Explore the Bay Nui Buffalo Racing Festival, a national intangible cultural heritage of the Khmer people in An Giang, with its rules, buffalo care techniques, and profound humanistic values.

Traditional festivals

Traditional Boat Racing Festivals in Vietnam: The Spirit of Rivers and Communal Strength

Explore the cultural significance, rituals, and uniqueness of traditional boat racing festivals across Vietnam, from Kien Giang river to other regions.

Philosophy of science

Critical Thinking Before a Claim: Five Questions to Ask and the Most Common Logical Fallacies

Critical thinking before a claim rests on five core questions about statements, reasons, evidence, and common fallacies such as sunk cost and confirmation bias.

Physiognomy

The Shang (Metal) Voice in Chinese Physiognomy - What Your Voice Reveals

Explore the characteristics, personality, and destiny of those with the Shang (Metal) voice in the Five Tones of Chinese physiognomy, plus how to identify and apply this knowledge.

Physiognomy

Earth Tone Voice in Chinese Face Reading - What Your Voice Reveals

Explore the characteristics of Earth tone voice in Chinese physiognomy: timbre, personality, destiny, and how to identify it. An in-depth, objective article.

Physiognomy

Vu (Water) Voice in Chinese Face Reading - What Your Voice Reveals

Explore the Vu (Water) voice in Chinese physiognomy: deep, fluid tone that reveals personality, wisdom, and destiny.

Physiognomy

The Chui (Fire) Voice in Chinese Face Reading - What Your Voice Reveals

Explore the characteristics, destiny and personality traits of those with the Chui (Fire) voice in Chinese face reading, plus how to overcome its weaknesses.

Physiognomy

Jue (Wood) Voice in Chinese Physiognomy - What Your Voice Reveals

Explore the Jue (Wood) voice in Chinese physiognomy: identifying traits, physiognomic meanings, personality insights, and tips to harness Wood energy through your voice.

Glossary

What is Tứ Bất Tử?

Tu Bat Tu is the collective name for four immortal saints in Vietnamese folk belief: Tan Vien Son Thanh, Saint Giong, Chu Dong Tu, and Holy Mother Lieu Hanh.

Physiognomy

What Is Face Reading? Main Features in Physiognomy

What is face reading and the main features in physiognomy such as the Five Officials, Five Peaks, Six Palaces, three zones, five elements, palmistry and moles. An overview.

I Ching

Applying the I Ching in Family Life

Explore how to apply the I Ching to family life: understanding relationships, conduct, preserving traditions, and building sustainable happiness. An objective, non-superstitious perspective.

I Ching

Hexagram 24 (Earth over Thunder - Fu/Return) - Meaning and Application in the I Ching

Explore Hexagram 24 (Fu/Return) in the I Ching: a symbol of recovery and new beginnings after difficulty. Understand its philosophical meaning, the classic text, and its practical applications in modern life.

Physiognomy

Where Does Physiognomy Come From: The History of Eastern Face Reading and Its Place in Vietnamese Culture

Explore the origins of Eastern physiognomy, its facial and palm feature systems, and the place of face reading in Vietnamese culture through The Tale of Kieu.

Glossary

What is Tam Tai?

Tam Tai is a three-year cycle in Vietnamese folk belief, determined by the trine of your birth-year animal, recurring once every twelve years.