The 7th lunar month is called the "month of the soul". According to popular beliefs, at this time, Diem Vuong will open the abyss so that the departed soul can return to the consciousness, the demons will be active. Therefore, Vietnamese people set against all things to avoid bad luck and bad luck.
According to SCMP, in Asia, each country has different views, methods and rituals. However, in Vietnam, China, Thailand, Singapore... there are still some similarities when mentioning December 7: menstrual foods.
During the soul month, people will not call each other's names, not respond to other people's calls at night, avoid deserted places, limit going out at night, reduce the frequency of organizing noisy entertainment activities to avoid attracting the soul of the dead.
For Vietnamese people, the concept has been passed down from ancient times to avoid getting married, holding a ceremony, opening a ceremony, and shopping for expensive vehicles and items. Not only that, many people also limit night hair washing, drying outdoor clothes...
According to popular beliefs, the things to avoid in the 7th lunar month include:
Avoid going out at noon: According to the belief, the day of the week is often a period of wandering, so going out at noon is not good, especially at 12 noon. If possible, you should go close to the road instead of going in the middle of the road.
When offering the soul, you need to prepare sticky rice, congee, burn: When the homeowner worships these things, the ghost passes through the door of the house and has food, it will not harass the family.
Avoid trading during the soul month, if you do it in that month, you will not be successful. Don't get married, don't build a new house... if you don't rush.
Currently, there is no scientific basis for themonth of the soul Ms. Zinc abstinence depends on each person's own concepts and beliefs.
However, the concept of the soul month and cultural and spiritual activities in the 7th lunar month is still a part of the spiritual culture of many Asian countries.
