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Traditional dress

Khan Dong and Ao The: Traditional Vietnamese Men's Attire

Explore the details of Khan Dong and Ao The, traditional Vietnamese men's attire, from historical origins, materials, and how to wear them to cultural significance and revival in modern life.

Folk belief

The Origins of the Worship of Thần Tài - Ông Địa in Vietnamese Culture

Discover the origins, meanings, and transformations of the worship of Thần Tài (God of Wealth) and Ông Địa (Earth God) in Vietnamese culture, from agricultural beliefs to the market economy.

Folk belief

Worshipping the God of Wealth on the 10th Day of the First Lunar Month: Origins and How to Prepare the Offering Tray

A detailed guide to worshipping the God of Wealth on the 10th day of the first lunar month: origins, meaning, a checklist of offerings, step-by-step instructions, and a reference prayer.

Folk belief

Ông Địa and Thần Tài: The Earth God and God of Wealth in Household Worship

Ông Địa (Earth God) and Thần Tài (God of Wealth) are the most commonly co-worshipped household deities in Vietnam. Learn their origins, meaning, altar arrangement, and why shopkeepers revere them.

The twelve zodiac animals

Year of the Monkey (Thân): Personality, Five Elements and Destiny

Discover the meaning of the Monkey (Thân) in the Vietnamese zodiac: personality traits, Metal element, the Thân-Tý-Thìn harmony trio, the Dần-Thân-Tỵ-Hợi clash group, and notable Monkey birth years.

BaZi

Rob Wealth (Jie Cai) in the Ten Gods of BaZi - Meaning and Application in Fortune Telling

An in-depth look at Rob Wealth (Jie Cai) in BaZi's Ten Gods: its nature, mechanism, and significance in analyzing personality, wealth, and social relationships.

Glossary

What is Thập Thần?

The Ten Gods are ten relationships of generation and control between the Day Master (the heavenly stem of the birth day) and the other stems and branches in a Four Pillars chart, used to interpret personality, career, wealth, and relationships.

Glossary

What is Cung Thân?

Cung Thân (Body Palace) is a special palace in Vietnamese Tử Vi astrology, not fixed but placed according to birth month and hour, reflecting inner tendencies, later life, and the practical 'body' aspect of the native.

Glossary

What is Dụng Thần?

Yong Shen (Useful God) is the most necessary element among the Five Elements to balance and remedy the Four Pillars chart, helping the destiny structure achieve harmony according to BaZi theory.

Vietnamese astrology

What is Strong Self (Thân Vượng) and Weak Self (Thân Nhược) in BaZi (Four Pillars)

Understand the concepts of Strong Self (Thân Vượng) and Weak Self (Thân Nhược) in BaZi: how to determine them based on the relationship between the Day Master and other elements in the Four Pillars, and their significance in destiny analysis.

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.

Folk belief

The Animistic Spiritual Life of the Bru-Van Kieu People

Explore the distinctive animistic spiritual life of the Bru-Van Kieu people through the research of Hungarian ethnologist Vargyas Gábor, from the role of shamans to reburial and spirit worship rituals.

Traditional crafts

Van Thang Agarwood Carving Village in Khanh Hoa

Discover Van Thang agarwood carving village (Van Ninh, Khanh Hoa): over 100 years old, home to master artisans crafting ornamental agarwood, bracelets, incense, and essential oil, now emerging as a unique community tourism destination.

Tet and seasonal rites

The "An Than" Ritual: Year-End Thanksgiving to Spirits of the Gie Trieng People

Explore the Cha Chaih (An Than) ritual of the Gie Trieng people: the journey of 7 young men into the forest to get charcoal, vows to spirits, and the farming tool forging ceremony.

Traditional crafts

Van Trai Thuong Traditional Incense Village - Fragrance from Herbs

Discover Van Trai Thuong incense village (Hung Yen) with the secret of making incense from natural herbs, meticulous craftsmanship, and the cultural-spiritual value of this traditional craft.

BaZi

Eating God in the Ten Gods of BaZi: Meaning and Application in Destiny Analysis

A comprehensive exploration of the Eating God in the Ten Gods of BaZi: definition, characteristics, positive and negative meanings, and how to apply it in assessing talent, career, and fortune.

Numerology

Van Hon Star in the Nine Luminaries: Meaning and Remedies in Folk Belief

Explore the Van Hon (Van Han) star in the Nine Luminaries: characteristics, auspicious and inauspicious meanings, impacts on men and women, and proper rituals for mitigation.

Vietnamese astrology

Van Khuc Star: One of the Six Auspicious Stars in Zi Wei Dou Shu

Discover the Van Khuc star in Zi Wei Dou Shu: its meaning, characteristics, position in palaces, and influence on wisdom, education, and literary talent.

Traditional dress

Ao Tu Than (Four-Panel Dress): Origins and Features of Northern Vietnamese Traditional Costume

Explore the origins, four-panel construction, variations, and cultural significance of Ao Tu Than, the iconic traditional dress of Northern Vietnamese women.

Vietnamese astrology

Co Than - Qua Tu Stars in Zi Wei Dou Shu: Origins and Meanings

Explore the origins, characteristics, and impacts of Co Than and Qua Tu stars in Zi Wei Dou Shu. In-depth analysis of loneliness meanings, interpretation, and remedies.

Vietnamese astrology

Van Xuong Star in Zi Wei Dou Shu: Meaning, Position and Influence on Wisdom and Academic Success

Discover the Van Xuong star in Zi Wei Dou Shu: origin, nature, favorable and unfavorable positions, and its significance for intelligence, examinations, and career. An in-depth, objective analysis to help you understand one of the most important Six Auspicious Stars.

Historical figures

Chu Van An (born 1292): The Teacher of All Generations and the Temple on Phoenix Mountain

Explore the life, career and character of Chu Van An, the greatest teacher in Vietnamese educational history, along with the architecture and spiritual value of his temple on Phoenix Mountain, Hai Duong.

Historical figures

Le Chan Female General Traditional Festival in Hai Phong: From An Bien Village to the Guardian Deity of the Port City

Explore the Le Chan Female General Festival in Hai Phong, a national intangible cultural heritage. Learn about her life, career, and the festival's distinctive rituals and activities.

Folk belief

No Scientific Basis Does Not Mean Worthless: Reading Folk Belief as Cultural Heritage Rather Than as a Truth Claim

Folk belief is not science, but that does not make it worthless. The right way to read it is as cultural heritage, a symbolic language of community.

BaZi

Heavenly Talent (Thien Tai) in BaZi Ten Gods: Meaning and Application in Destiny Analysis

A comprehensive exploration of Heavenly Talent in BaZi Ten Gods: definition, traits, significance in destiny analysis, interactions with other gods, and practical application in chart reading.

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.

Folk belief

Fortune tellers on social media: signs that someone is selling fear rather than sharing knowledge

Fortune telling on social media is booming and causing negative impacts. This article analyzes common psychological techniques to identify those selling fear rather than sharing knowledge.

Folk belief

The Mountain and Forest Spirit Worship of the Ruc People (Chut Ethnic Group)

Explore the distinct spiritual beliefs of the Ruc, a Chut subgroup once living in isolation in the Truong Son mountains, including their worship of mountain and forest deities and their unique view of death as a return to the sacred forest.

Traditional crafts

Dong Ho Folk Paintings: From Woodcut Blocks to an Intangible Cultural Heritage of Tet

Discover the craft of Dong Ho painting, from woodblock printing and natural color-making to its UNESCO recognition as an Intangible Cultural Heritage in Need of Urgent Safeguarding.

BaZi

Heavenly Seal (Indirect Resource) in the Ten Gods of BaZi - Meaning and Application in Destiny Analysis

Explore the Heavenly Seal (Indirect Resource) in BaZi: definition, characteristics, positive and negative meanings, interactions with other Ten Gods, and its application in destiny analysis.

Tet and seasonal rites

Calligraphy for the New Year at the Temple of Literature: the beautiful cultural tradition of the calligrapher during Tet

Discover the meaning, history, and experience of asking for calligraphy at the Temple of Literature, a beautiful cultural tradition honoring knowledge during the Vietnamese New Year.

Philosophy of science

What is pseudoscience, and why is drawing the line between science and pseudoscience far harder than it looks

What is pseudoscience? A look at the definition, Popper's demarcation criterion, critiques from Duhem, Quine and Kuhn, and the practical stakes involved.

BaZi

Direct Wealth in BaZi Ten Gods: Meaning and Application in Destiny Analysis

Discover the meaning of Direct Wealth in BaZi Ten Gods: a symbol of legitimate assets, diligence, responsibility, and spousal relationships. This article analyzes how to apply Direct Wealth in destiny analysis.

Folk belief

Fertility Worship in Traditional Vietnamese Culture

Fertility worship reflects ancient Vietnamese agricultural culture's hope for abundance and continuity, expressed through Linga–Yoni symbols, the Trò Trám festival, and Central Highlands grave-house carvings.

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.

Ethnic minority customs

The Custom of Black Teeth Staining and Unique Cultural Traits of the Lu People

Explore the custom of black teeth staining, once a beauty standard of the Lu people in Lai Chau, along with other unique cultural values being preserved.

Feng shui

Four Green Star (Tứ Lục / Văn Xương) in Xuan Kong Flying Stars: Auspicious and Inauspicious Meanings and Detailed Applications

An in-depth look at the Four Green Star (Wen Chang) in Xuan Kong Flying Stars: its origins, mechanisms, auspicious and inauspicious meanings, influence by palace, remedies, and practical feng shui applications.