Is it necessary to have a goldfish when worshiping the Kitchen Gods?

Linh Chi - Việt Anh |

Many people believe that a goldfish must be included in the offering tray to the Kitchen Gods. Here is a cultural expert's perspective on this custom.

Linh Chi - Việt Anh
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Note on preparing the offering tray for the Kitchen Gods to receive good fortune all year round

Linh Chi - Việt Anh |

According to folk belief, on the 23rd of December every year, each family will prepare a tray of offerings to worship the Kitchen Gods.

Is it necessary to worship Ong Cong Ong Tao on the 23rd of December?

Linh Chi - Việt Anh |

According to folk beliefs, worshiping the Kitchen Gods is a long-standing cultural feature of the Vietnamese people.

Near the Kitchen Gods' Day, the price of goldfish increases, while wholesale and retail prices decrease

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