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Meanings of Each Fruit in the Five-Fruit Tray for Tet

Explore the symbolic meanings of each fruit in the Tet five-fruit tray, from bananas, pomelos, papayas to mangoes, coconuts, and the regional differences between North and South Vietnam.

Tet and seasonal rites

Detailed guide on arranging the five-fruit tray for Tet in three regions

A practical guide on selecting and arranging the five-fruit tray for Tet according to the customs of three regions: North, Central, and South Vietnam, including meanings and step-by-step instructions.

Folk taboos

Why Southerners Avoid Bananas on Tet: The Mekong Delta's Five-Fruit Tray

Discover why people in the Mekong Delta avoid bananas during Tet, along with the meaning of the 'Cau Vua Du Xai' motto and the 'du' fruit in the Southern five-fruit tray.

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.

Glossary

What is Ngũ Hành?

The Five Elements is a system of five categories, Metal, Wood, Water, Fire, and Earth, in Eastern philosophy, used to explain the relationships and transformations of phenomena through the cycles of generation and overcoming.

Life-cycle rites

The "ngu mai" (communal sleeping) custom in courtship and marriage of the Tho people in Nghe An

Explore "ngu mai" (communal sleeping), a unique marriage custom of the Tho people in Nghe An, where young men and women freely converse during festivals under the strict watch of customary law.

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.

Ancestor worship

How to Arrange the Family Altar According to Feng Shui and Customs

A detailed guide on arranging the family altar correctly according to feng shui and customs: placement, arrangement of offerings, and step-by-step instructions for Tet holiday and regular days.

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.

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.

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 crafts

The Quintessence of Ngũ Xã Bronze Casting Village in the Heart of Hanoi

Discover the quintessence of Ngũ Xã bronze casting village, Hanoi, with over 400 years of history: its formation, technical secrets behind exquisite bronze artworks, and the younger generation's efforts to preserve the craft today.

Feng shui

Long and Long Mach in Ngũ Quyết Phong Thủy Loan Đầu: From Legend to Geographic Principle

Explore the concept of Long and Long Mach in Loan Dau Feng Shui and Ngũ Quyết: origins, classifications, identification, and practical applications.

Feng shui

House Direction and Orientation in Ngũ Quyết Loan Đầu Feng Shui: Principles, Classification, and Practical Applications

Explore the role of house direction in Ngũ Quyết Loan Đầu Feng Shui: definitions, principles of Dragon Vein, Sand, Water, Direction, and real-world applications.

Feng shui

Acupoints and Point Selection in Ngũ Quyết Loan Đầu Feng Shui: Principles, Methods, and Key Point Types

An in-depth look at the concept of acupoints and the art of point selection in Ngũ Quyết Loan Đầu feng shui: operating principles, important point configurations, and scientific identification methods.

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.

I Ching

Heavenly Stem Gui: Yin-Yang and Five Elements Characteristics in the I Ching

Explore the Heavenly Stem Gui (癸) through the lens of the I Ching: its Yin-Water attribute, North direction, interactions with the Five Elements, and significance in divination and astrology.

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.

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.

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.

Physiognomy

Reading the Five Features Together: Why Traditional Physiognomy Does Not Judge a Single Feature in Isolation

A practical guide to reading the Five Features in Eastern physiognomy: how to observe each feature, pair them in correlation, and avoid one-sided conclusions.

Traditional food

Five-Colored Sticky Rice and the Yin-Yang Five Elements Philosophy in Tay Culture

Explore the philosophical meaning of Yin-Yang and Five Elements hidden in each color of five-colored sticky rice, a unique culinary heritage of the Tay people in the northern mountains of Vietnam.

Astrology

Pisces and Neptune: The Ruling Planet Connection in Astrology

Explore the profound connection between Pisces and Neptune in astrology: its origins, mechanisms of influence, personality manifestations, and the role of this modern ruling planet.

Regional comparison

Comparing Tet Feast Trays Across Northern, Central, and Southern Vietnam

Discover the differences in traditional Tet feast trays across Northern, Central, and Southern Vietnam – from ingredients and arrangement to the unique cultural meanings of each region.

Feng shui

Sha - Surrounding Land Forms in the Five Decisions of Landform Feng Shui: An In-depth Analysis

A comprehensive exploration of 'Sha' (surrounding land forms) in Landform Feng Shui: definition, classification, principles of influence, and application in evaluating dragon veins.

Feng shui

Five Elements Application: Choosing a Car That Matches Your Destiny

Guide to choosing car color and direction based on the Five Elements and your destiny, using the principles of mutual generation and control to balance energy and enhance luck while driving.

Feng shui

Applying Five Elements: Choosing the Right House Direction for Your Destiny

Discover how to apply the Five Elements to choose the right house direction, paint colors, and interior layout for harmony and balanced energy in your living space.

Feng shui

Five Elements Application: Choosing an Auspicious House Number

Discover how to apply the Five Elements theory (Metal, Wood, Water, Fire, Earth) to choose an auspicious house number, bringing harmony and positive energy to your living space.

Feng shui

Five Elements Application: Choosing a Wedding Date Compatible with Your Destiny

Discover how to apply the Five Elements to choose an auspicious wedding date, balancing Metal – Wood – Water – Fire – Earth energy for a harmonious marital start.

Feng shui

Five Elements Application: Choosing a Career That Matches Your Destiny

Discover how to apply the Five Elements theory (Metal, Wood, Water, Fire, Earth) to choose a career that aligns with your destiny. The article analyzes the laws of mutual generation and overcoming, offering career suggestions for each element.

Feng shui

Five Elements in Practice: Choosing Lucky Colors for Your Destiny

Discover how to apply the Five Elements theory to choose interior colors and clothing that match your destiny, balancing energy and supporting life. Detailed guide on generating and overcoming cycles.

Western astrology

Pisces: Personality, Love and Career

Explore Pisces (Feb 19 - Mar 20): ruled by Neptune (and Jupiter), a Water sign known for empathy and imagination. Discover its love life, career fit, and most/least compatible zodiac signs.

The twelve zodiac animals

Year of the Goat (Mùi): Personality, Five Elements and Destiny

Discover the meaning of the Goat (Mùi) in the Vietnamese zodiac: personality traits, Earth element, the Hợi-Mão-Mùi harmony trio, the Thìn-Tuất-Sửu-Mùi clash group, and notable Goat birth years.

The twelve zodiac animals

Year of the Pig (Hợi): Personality, Five Elements and Destiny

Discover the meaning of the Pig (Hợi) in the Vietnamese zodiac: personality traits, Water element, the Hợi-Mão-Mùi harmony trio, the Dần-Thân-Tỵ-Hợi clash group, and notable Pig birth years.

The twelve zodiac animals

Year of the Dog (Tuất): Personality, Five Elements and Destiny

Discover the meaning of the Dog (Tuất) in the Vietnamese zodiac: personality traits, Earth element, the Dần-Ngọ-Tuất harmony trio, the Thìn-Tuất-Sửu-Mùi clash group, and notable Dog birth years.

The twelve zodiac animals

Year of the Horse (Ngọ): Personality, Five Elements and Destiny

Explore the meaning of the Horse (Ngọ) in Vietnamese zodiac: personality traits, Fire element, the Dần-Ngọ-Tuất harmony trio, the Tý-Ngọ-Mão-Dậu clash group, and Horse birth years.

The twelve zodiac animals

Year of the Rooster (Dậu): Personality, Five Elements and Destiny

Explore the meaning of the Rooster (Dậu) in the Vietnamese zodiac: personality traits, Metal element, the Tỵ-Dậu-Sửu harmony trio, the Tý-Ngọ-Mão-Dậu clash group, and notable Rooster birth years.