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According to the beliefs of the East, on the Full Moon day of the first lunar month, one should avoid the following taboos to prevent encountering misfortune.
Origin of the Full Moon day of the first lunar month
The Full Moon day of the first lunar month, also known as Lunar New Year, has its origins in China, imported into Vietnam, and adapted according to Buddhism. Legend has it that in ancient times, a swan from the heavenly palace flew down to the mortal world and was shot dead by a hunter. Upon hearing the news, the Jade Emperor was extremely angry and ordered an army to launch fireworks to burn the human world on the Full Moon day of the first lunar month.
Full Moon day
Among the celestial officials, there was a god who disagreed with the Jade Emperor and tried to descend to the mortal world to help people escape calamities. According to the god, on the Full Moon day of the first lunar month, every household should hang red lanterns in front of their doors so that the Jade Emperor thinks the order to launch fireworks has been executed.
Following the god's advice, the people in the mortal world luckily escaped calamities. Since then, on this day, people hang lanterns in front of their homes as a way of thanking the benevolent deity on the heavenly palace.
Avoidances on the Full Moon day of the first lunar month
Every year on the Full Moon day of the first lunar month, people should avoid some things to have a lucky and prosperous year.
1. On this day, families should avoid conflicts and discord. Parents should not let children cry because the sound of a child crying does not bring good luck.
2. Avoid breaking or damaging household items as it is also a sign of collapse.
3. Do not go to places with heavy negative energy such as graveyards, desolate areas...
4. Be cautious in storing belongings and assets. Losing possessions on this day may hinder your career development throughout the year.
5. Avoid lending money to others on this day, as it signifies giving away your own fortune.
6. Do not leave the rice bin empty in the house, or the entire year may face scarcity and famine.
7. Refrain from wearing torn clothes, as per ancient beliefs, wearing torn clothes attracts lingering misfortune.
8. On the Full Moon day of the first lunar month, avoid killing animals, or else destiny may decline, health may weaken, and accidents or illnesses may occur.
9. Avoid wearing black and white clothes as they symbolize those who have passed away. Wearing these colors may lead to unfavorable outcomes in your endeavors.
10. Be cautious in words, avoid speaking ill, or you may face misfortune throughout the year.
11. Refrain from intimate matters between men and women, spouses, as ancient beliefs suggest that relationships on these days may lead to severe misfortune, even disasters.
12. On the Full Moon day, Vietnamese people often refrain from fishing as this action may bring about unfortunate events.
13. The Full Moon day of the first lunar month is also the day with the strongest negative energy. Therefore, after 10 p.m., it is advisable not to go outside or wander at night to avoid potential dangers for oneself.
14. Avoid consuming foods such as dog meat, cat meat, duck meat, etc.
