Is it necessary to have a goldfish when worshiping the Kitchen Gods?
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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.
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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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As the Kitchen Gods' Festival approaches, Yen So fish market is bustling with the appearance of goldfish. However, this year fish prices have increased sharply, and wholesale and retail prices have decreased significantly.
