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Festival customs

Rằm Tháng Giêng (Tết Nguyên Tiêu): The First Full Moon and Temple-Going Traditions

Discover the meaning of Rằm Tháng Giêng, the year's first full moon, the saying "a year of offerings can't match this one," and temple-visiting and star-releasing traditions.

Traditional festivals

Cau Ngu Festival at Cua Dai honoring the Nam Hai Whale God

Explore the Cau Ngu festival at Cua Dai, Hoi An Dong ward: the sacred Nghinh Than procession, solemn main ceremony, and vibrant festivities including tuong singing, ba trao performance, and traditional boat racing.

Traditional festivals

Tran Temple Seal Opening Ceremony - a spring ritual praying for peace

Discover the meaning, rituals, and sacred moments of the Seal Opening Ceremony at Tran Temple in Nam Dinh, a beautiful cultural tradition of early spring.

Astrology

The Moon in Astrology , Meaning and Influence on the Birth Chart

Explore the role of the Moon in astrology: representing emotions, subconscious, and instincts. Learn how the Moon's position influences your birth chart and personality.

Life-cycle rites

The Betel and Areca Nut Custom - An Indispensable Offering in Vietnamese Weddings

Explore the cultural significance and role of betel and areca nut in Vietnamese wedding ceremonies, from legends to modern customs.

Astrology

Cancer and the Moon: The Ruling Planet Connection in Astrology

Explore the deep connection between Cancer and its ruling planet, the Moon. This article analyzes the Moon's influence on Cancerian personality, emotions, and behavior.

Traditional festivals

Cau Ngu Festival: The Whale Worship Belief of Central Vietnam Fishermen

Explore the Cau Ngu festival, a beautiful belief in worshipping the Whale God among central Vietnamese fishermen, covering its origins, rituals, and cultural significance.

Folk belief

Cau Mua Ceremony - Agricultural Ritual of the San Chay People in Ba Che

Explore the Cau Mua ceremony of the San Chay people in Ba Che, Quang Ninh: origins, spiritual significance, ritual process, and its role in community agricultural life.

Traditional festivals

Gau Tao Festival: Spring Festival of Praying for Children and Blessings of the Hmong People

Explore the meaning, the Neu tree erection ritual, the distinctive festive activities, and the heritage value of the Gau Tao Festival, a unique spring cultural feature of the Hmong people in the Northwest region.

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.

Vietnamese astrology

Good fortune in Vietnamese astrology: Why complacency in a favorable year is dangerous

A psychological and Buddhist perspective on complacency when astrology predicts a good year. Understanding it correctly to avoid relying solely on luck and neglecting personal effort.

I Ching

The 64 Hexagrams of the I Ching , Structure and Basic Interpretation

Explore the structure of the 64 hexagrams of the I Ching: from trigrams, lines, judgments to basic interpretation methods. The article analyzes the philosophy of change, synchronicity, and practical applications.

Traditional festivals

Long Tong Festival: The Field-Going Festival for Bountiful Harvests of the Tay and Nung People

Explore the Long Tong Festival (Going to the Fields Festival) of the Tay and Nung people: origins, first-plough rituals, folk games, and the fertility beliefs in community life.

I Ching

Decoding the Qian Hexagram in the I Ching: Structure and Lessons

Explore the Qian hexagram, one of the best hexagrams in the I Ching, through analysis of its structure, meaning of the lines, and practical lessons on humility.

I Ching

Decoding Hexagram Shan Feng Gu (Mountain over Wind) in the I Ching - Structure and Lessons

Explore the structure, meaning, and lessons of hexagram Shan Feng Gu (18) in the I Ching - the hexagram of correction and renewal after decay, with applications for modern life.

I Ching

Decoding the Hexagram Ze Lei Sui (Following) in the I Ching: Structure and Lessons

Explore the structure of the hexagram Ze Lei Sui (Following, #17) in the I Ching, along with profound lessons on following, leadership, and adaptation.

I Ching

Decoding Hexagram 16 Yu (Thunder over Earth) in the I Ching: Structure and Lessons

Explore Hexagram 16 Yu (Thunder over Earth) in the I Ching: its structure, the meaning of each line, and profound lessons on preparation, humility, and leadership.

I Ching

Decoding Hexagram Wind over Earth (Guan) in the I Ching: Structure and Lessons

Explore the structure, line meanings, and practical lessons of Hexagram Guan (Wind over Earth / Contemplation) in the I Ching, from an Eastern philosophical perspective on observation and self-reflection.

I Ching

Decoding Hexagram 19 (Lin) in the I Ching - Structure and Lessons

Explore the structure of Hexagram 19 (Lin) in the I Ching: the meaning of its lines, the interaction between Earth and Lake, and practical lessons on leadership, nurturing, and sustainable growth.

Folk belief

Rain Prayer Ceremony and Village Cleansing Ritual in the Lo Lo Cultural Festival

Explore the meaning and reenactment of the Rain Prayer and Village Cleansing rituals of the Lo Lo people in Meo Vac, Ha Giang at the 2024 Lo Lo Cultural Festival.

I Ching

Decoding the Hexagram Heaven and Fire, Tong Ren (Union of Men) in the I Ching: Structure and Lessons

Explore the structure of the hexagram Heaven and Fire, Tong Ren (Union of Men) (Hexagram 13) in the I Ching, the meaning of harmony and cooperation, and practical lessons when applying this hexagram in life and work.

Tet and seasonal rites

Choosing Auspicious Times and Directions for the First Outing of the Year: The Lucky Customs of Tet's First Day

Discover the meaning, methods of choosing auspicious times and directions for the first outing and calligraphy of the new year in Vietnamese customs, along with taboos to note on Tet's first day.

Traditional festivals

The Whale Worship Belief and Nghinh Ong Festival of Coastal Fishermen

Explore the whale worship belief of Vietnamese fishermen, from its origins, burial rituals, taboos to the typical Nghinh Ong festivals in Nghe An, Can Tho and other coastal regions.

I Ching

The Hexagram Water and Heaven Tension (Conflict) in the 64 Hexagrams of the I Ching: Origins, Structure, and Meaning

Explore hexagram 6, Water and Heaven Tension (Conflict), in the I Ching: its origins, structure, the meaning of each line, behavioral advice, and modern psychological perspectives on conflict and litigation.

Life-cycle rites

Traditional Southern Khmer Weddings: The Betel Palm Flower Cutting Ceremony and the Hand-Tying Ritual

Explore the traditional Southern Khmer wedding, focusing on the betel palm flower cutting ceremony and hand-tying ritual, along with their spiritual meanings and sacred numbers.

Folk belief

Rain Praying Festival of the Thai Ethnic People: Agricultural Beliefs and Cultural Identity

Explore the rain praying festival of the Thai people in Northwest Vietnam: origins, rituals, spiritual meanings, and its role in agricultural community life.

Human Design

What Is Human Design: Its 1987 Origin, Bodygraph Structure, and What the System Cannot Prove

Human Design is a self-knowledge system from 1987 combining astrology, the I Ching, Kabbalah and chakras. This analysis covers its origin, bodygraph structure and limits.

Feng shui

Staircase Feng Shui , Principles for Auspicious Arrangement

Explore feng shui principles for staircase placement in homes: position, direction, step count, materials, and remedies to attract positive chi and prosperity.

Folk belief

Unique Rain-Praying Ceremony (Tra Hat) of the Khmer Mu People

Explore the Tra Hat rain-praying festival of the Khmer Mu people in Dien Bien: origins, rituals, offerings, and profound agricultural cultural significance.

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.

Folk belief

The Rain-Praying Ceremony of the E De People in Buon Ma Thuot

Explore the rain-praying ritual of the E De people in Buon Ma Thuot: its origins, procedures, the role of village elders, and its profound cultural and spiritual significance.

Tet and seasonal rites

Xip Xi Festival - the Children's Tet of the White Thai People

Discover the Xip Xi Tet of the White Thai people in the Northwest of Vietnam, a traditional festival for children with rituals to worship spirits, ward off diseases, and distinctive dishes.

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.

Traditional festivals

Tac Xinh Dance: The San Chay People's Ritual for Bountiful Harvests

Explore Tac Xinh, the soul of the San Chay (Cao Lan) people's Harvest Prayer Festival, where agricultural beliefs, folk dance artistry, and aspirations for a bountiful season converge.

Traditional crafts

Centennial Incense Villages: Keeping the Spiritual Bridge of Vietnamese People Alive

Discover Vietnam's century-old incense villages, where the spiritual culture is preserved through each handmade stick, from Quang Phu Cau to Thuy Xuan.

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.

Folk belief

Fire Jumping Ritual of the Red Dao People in Yen Bai

Explore the fire jumping ritual of the Red Dao people in Yen Bai: origins, ceremony, spiritual meaning, and cultural value of one of the most unique rituals in the Northwest region.

Life-cycle rites

Traditional Vietnamese Wedding Rites: Dạm Ngõ, Ăn Hỏi, and Rước Dâu

An overview of the three core steps of a traditional Vietnamese wedding, dạm ngõ, ăn hỏi, and rước dâu, and the cultural meaning behind each ritual.

Historical figures

Ky Yen Festival at Thoai Ngoc Hau Communal House in An Giang: A Cultural Beauty Commemorating the Pioneer

Explore the Ky Yen festival at Thoai Ngoc Hau communal house in An Giang: traditional rituals, historical values, and cultural significance in commemorating the merits of a Nguyen dynasty mandarin who pioneered the southern region.

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.