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Engage in the traditional Tet custom of honoring Ong Cong Ong Tao, expressing gratitude for the past year and seeking blessings for a prosperous and joyful new year. Discover the auspicious dates and hours for Ong Cong Ong Tao worship in 2024 by reading on!
1. Which day is ideal for Ong Cong Ong Tao worship in 2024?
This is the moment when celestial beings ride carp to the heavens to report to the Jade Emperor about human deeds throughout the year. The divine court assesses these actions, delivering justice and rewards.
Here are the favorable days for Ong Cong Ong Tao worship in 2024:
- January 27, 2024 (Lunar Calendar 17th of Chạp): Saturday, Canh Dần day, categorized as the Golden Tiger Zodiac day.
- January 28, 2024 (Lunar Calendar 18th of Chạp): Sunday, Tân Mão day, belonging to the Golden Path zodiac.
- January 30, 2024 (Lunar Calendar 20th of Chạp): Tuesday, Quý Tỵ day, classified under the Jade Path zodiac.
- February 2, 2024 (Lunar Calendar 23rd of Chạp): Friday, Ất Sửu day, part of the Golden Path zodiac.
2. Auspicious Hours for Ong Cong Ong Tao Worship in 2024
On January 27, 2024 (Lunar Calendar), Canh Dần day, belonging to the Golden Tiger Zodiac, ideal worship hours include Rat (11 PM - 1 AM), Ox (1 AM - 3 AM), Tiger (7 AM - 9 AM), Snake (9 AM - 11 AM), Goat (1 PM - 3 PM), Dog (7 PM - 9 PM).
On January 28, 2024 (Lunar Calendar), Tân Mão day, part of the Golden Path zodiac, favorable worship hours include Rat (11 PM - 1 AM), Tiger (3 AM - 5 AM), Cat (5 AM - 7 AM), Snake (11 AM - 1 PM), Goat (1 PM - 3 PM), Rooster (5 PM - 7 PM).
On January 30, 2024 (Lunar Calendar 20th of Chạp): Tuesday, Quý Tỵ day, classified under the Jade Path zodiac. Favorable worship hours include Ox (1 AM - 3 AM), Tiger (7 AM - 9 AM), Snake (11 AM - 1 PM), Goat (1 PM - 3 PM), Dog (7 PM - 9 PM), Pig (9 PM - 11 PM).
On February 2, 2024 (Lunar Calendar 23rd of Chạp): Friday, Ất Sửu day, belonging to the Golden Path zodiac. Optimal worship hours include Tiger (3 AM - 5 AM), Cat (5 AM - 7 AM), Snake (9 AM - 11 AM), Monkey (3 PM - 5 PM), Dog (7 PM - 9 PM), Pig (9 PM - 11 PM).
Avoid performing the ritual after noon on January 23rd as, according to belief, the hour of Ngọ is when Ong Cong Ong Tao returns to the heavens. Absolutely refrain from worshiping beyond the 23rd.
3. Traditional Ong Cong Ong Tao Altar Setup
According to tradition, the Tao Quan ritual requires the following essential items:
- Sweet cakes, betel leaves, and wine
- Fragrant aroma, fresh flowers, and a medley of five fruits
- Three sets of hats and robes, comically resembling the Táo quân, along with compressed golden oranges
- Three live carp swimming, symbolizing Táo quân's journey to the heavens
Besides, depending on each family's circumstances, they may choose to offer a vegetarian or non-vegetarian feast.
The savory feast dedicated to Ong Cong and Ong Tao typically includes:
- Chung cake
- Sticky rice
- Fried spring rolls
- Boiled chicken
- Soup
- Stir-fried vegetables
- Fried fish
Vegetarian spread offered to Ong Cong and Ong Tao:
- Vegetarian stir-fried or fried chicken
- Assorted vegetarian soup
- Stir-fried winter melon with vegetarian vermicelli
- Vegetarian sausage
- Fried vegetarian spring rolls
- Vegetarian sweet soup
