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Folk belief

Quan Cong Temples: A Religious Imprint of the Chinese Community in Vietnam

Explore the worship of Quan Cong among the Chinese community in Vietnam through temples, rituals, and enduring cultural values in Chau Doc, Ca Mau, and many other localities.

Physiognomy

The Mouth (Xuat Nap Quan) in the Five Senses: Gateway of Fortune and Speech

Explore mouth reading in Eastern physiognomy: the Xuat Nap Quan position, good and bad mouth shapes, lip features, mouth corners, and fortune interpretation through this gateway.

Festival customs

Ông Công Ông Táo: The Kitchen Gods' Journey to Heaven on the 23rd of the 12th Lunar Month

Learn about the legend of the Kitchen Gods, the meaning of the ông Công ông Táo ceremony on the 23rd of the 12th lunar month, the carp-releasing custom, and how to prepare the offering.

Glossary

What is Ngũ Quan?

Ngu Quan (五官) refers to the five facial features, namely the eyes, nose, mouth, ears, and eyebrows, used in Eastern physiognomy to observe and infer a person's character and destiny.

Physiognomy

Ears (Thai Duong Quan) in the Five Senses: Eastern Physiognomy

Explore the meaning of ear physiognomy in Eastern face reading: shape, position, color, and features that reflect fortune, wisdom, and longevity.

Physiognomy

The Eyes (Giam Sat Quan) in the Five Senses: Eastern Physiognomy

Explore the role of the eyes as the Giam Sat Quan in Eastern physiognomy: shape, spirit, color, and their meaning in interpreting personality, intelligence, and destiny.

Glossary

What is Ông Công Ông Táo?

Ong Cong Ong Tao is the folk term for the three Kitchen Gods (Tao Quan, Than Bep) who watch over household affairs and are sent to heaven on the 23rd day of the twelfth lunar month to report to the Jade Emperor.

Life-cycle rites

Traditional Tay Wedding and the Unique Quan Lang Singing Ritual

Explore the Quan Lang singing ritual in Tay weddings: its origins, three main stages, the role of the Pu Quan Lang, and its cultural value recognized as a national heritage.

Traditional festivals

Hoi Lim: The Largest Quan Ho Festival in the Kinh Bac Region

Hoi Lim is the largest traditional festival of Bac Ninh Quan Ho folk singing, held on the 13th day of the first lunar month annually at Lim Hill, Tien Du, Bac Ninh. In 2025, Hoi Lim was included in the National Intangible Cultural Heritage List.

Folk belief

Household Worship of Táo Quân: The Kitchen God's Everyday Role

Beyond the 23rd-of-Chạp send-off, Táo Quân watches over the hearth and household year-round. Explore the Kitchen God's everyday role and altar practice.

Tet and seasonal rites

Traditional Tet customs of the Dao Quan Chet people in Phu Tho

Discover the unique traditional Tet customs of the Dao Quan Chet people in Phu Tho: from making cakes, ancestor worship, to rituals warding off evil spirits and distinctive community culture.

Zi Wei Dou Shu

Phá Quân (Army Breaker Star) in Purple Star Astrology: Meaning and Interpretation

Decode Phá Quân in Purple Star Astrology: its break-and-rebuild origin, bold reformist nature, dignity meanings, and readings for the Life and Marriage palaces.

Folk belief

Quan The Am Festival at Ngu Hanh Son - Da Nang's largest Buddhist festival

Discover the Quan The Am Festival at Ngu Hanh Son: its origin from a natural stalactite statue, distinctive rituals, and value as national intangible cultural heritage.

Vietnamese astrology

Lam Quan Star in the Longevity Cycle: Meaning of Each Stage in the Birth Chart

Explore the Lam Quan star in the Longevity Cycle: its origins, mechanisms, and detailed meanings across the Zi Wei Dou Shu chart. This article offers an in-depth analysis of leadership qualities, fortune, and remedies.

Vietnamese astrology

Quan Dai Star in the Trường Sinh Cycle: Meaning at Each Stage of the Destiny Chart

Explore the Quan Dai star in the Trường Sinh cycle: a symbol of maturity, fame, and authority. This article analyzes its detailed meaning when positioned in different palaces of a Tử Vi chart.

Zodiac animals

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

Discover the detailed personality of Tiger people: brave, competitive, impulsive, yet also generous and straightforward. This article provides an in-depth analysis based on folk beliefs and Eastern culture.

Tet and seasonal rites

Detailed guide on how to arrange the offering tray for Ong Cong Ong Tao on the 23rd of the 12th lunar month

A practical guide on preparing offerings and arranging the tray for Ong Cong Ong Tao on the 23rd of the 12th lunar month, with important notes on timing, customs, and safety.

Zodiac animals

The Meaning of the Six Harmony (Luc Hop) of Snake and Monkey in Eastern Folk Belief

Explore the deep meaning of the Snake-Monkey Six Harmony pair in Eastern culture, from the perspective of Five Elements and Yin-Yang to applications in life, love, and career.

Zodiac animals

The Meaning of the Rat-Ox Six Harmony (Luc Hop) in Eastern Folk Belief

Explore the profound meaning of the Rat-Ox Six Harmony (Luc Hop) pair in Eastern culture: the union of wisdom and endurance, complementary yin-yang dynamics, and its applications in daily life, astrology, and feng shui.

BaZi

Hurting Officer in BaZi Ten Gods - Meaning and Application in Destiny Analysis

Explore the profound meaning of Hurting Officer - one of the most important Ten Gods in BaZi. This article analyzes in detail its characteristics, mechanisms, and applications in destiny analysis.

Astrology

Libra and Venus: The Ruling Planetary Connection in Astrology

Explore the deep connection between Libra and its ruling planet Venus in astrology, from mythological origins to its influence on the personality, love, and relationships of those born under this zodiac sign.

I Ching

Applying the I Ching in Your Career: A Compass for the Modern Gentleman

Discover how to apply the wisdom of the I Ching to your career: from understanding the 64 hexagrams as 64 archetypal situations to cultivating the qualities of a noble person and the 'spirit of the well' for sustainable growth.

Tet and seasonal rites

How to Prepare and Perform the Kitchen Gods' Offering on the 23rd of the Twelfth Lunar Month According to Customs of Three Regions

A detailed guide on preparing the offering tray, the ritual sequence, and the ceremonies for the Kitchen Gods on the 23rd of the twelfth lunar month, following common customs in Northern, Central, and Southern Vietnam.

Physiognomy

The Nose (Shen Bian Guan) in the Five Senses - Eastern Physiognomy

Explore the meaning of the nose in the Five Senses: shape, color, position, and influence on wealth and career according to Eastern physiognomy.

Physiognomy

Eyebrows (Bao Shou Guan) in the Five Officials: Eastern Physiognomy

Explore the physiognomic significance of eyebrows, one of the Five Officials, in Eastern face reading. Learn about good and bad eyebrow shapes, positions, colors, and their influence on destiny and personality.

Traditional crafts

What Traditional Crafts Does Vietnam Have?

An overview of Vietnam's traditional crafts: bronze casting, silk weaving, conical hats, incense making, drum making, pottery, folk paintings and craft village heritage.

Vietnamese commemorative days

Founding of the Vietnam People's Army, December 22

Learn about the history of December 22, 1944, the founding of the Vietnam Propaganda Liberation Army, predecessor of the Vietnam People's Army.

Folk taboos

Folk Beliefs About Taboos When a Household Has a Funeral

Explore folk beliefs about taboos during a household funeral, from avoiding cold air and the sick not attending funerals to traditional etiquette, with scientific and Eastern medicine perspectives for balanced understanding.

Feng shui

Five Elements Application: The Five Elements in Marital Relationships

Discover how to apply the Five Elements theory to marital relationships, from determining destiny and choosing bedroom colors to resolving conflicts, fostering harmony and sustainability in marriage.

I Ching

The Useful Spirit in Liu Yao: Which Line to Read for Which Question, and Why Some Matters Should Not Be Cast

The Useful Spirit in Liu Yao is the line representing the subject asked about. This article explains how to choose it for each type of question and why some questions should not be cast.

Numerology

Sun Star (Thai Duong) in the Nine Luminaries: Folk Belief Significance

Explore the Sun Star (Thai Duong) in the Nine Luminaries: why it is considered auspicious, its impact on career and wealth, and the proper ritual to honor it.

Zodiac animals

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

Discover the detailed personality of Ox people: their steadfastness, practicality, diligence, and the hidden corners of their souls according to Eastern folk beliefs.

Zodiac animals

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

Explore the detailed personality of Dog people: loyal, straightforward, justice-seeking, but also stubborn and quick-tempered. This article analyzes their traits in work, love, and life.

Vietnamese commemorative days

Reunification Day April 30: Historical Significance

On April 30, 1975, the Ho Chi Minh Campaign achieved total victory, liberating the South and reunifying Vietnam. This article analyzes the historical significance and factors behind the 1975 Spring Victory.

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.

Zodiac animals

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

Discover the detailed personality of people born in the Year of the Rat: intelligent, agile, and skillful in communication, yet also cunning and cautious. This article provides an in-depth analysis of all aspects of life for the first zodiac sign in the Chinese zodiac.

Zodiac animals

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

Explore the detailed personality of Rooster people (the Chicken sign) through the lens of folk culture: loyalty, organization, pride, frankness, and their influences on work and love.