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1. What is the tradition of starting the year with penmanship?
Starting the year with penmanship is a time-honored tradition during every Tet holiday, welcoming spring in the Vietnamese culture. The penmanship ritual marks the beginning of a new year with peace and prosperity, emphasizing the importance of education in Vietnamese society.
According to ancient beliefs, the auspicious time for penmanship is usually from the end of New Year's Eve until the 5th day of Tet. For students, the ideal time for penmanship falls between the 1st day of Tet and the resumption of school or work.
So, what are the propitious days and hours for commencing the penmanship for the beginning of 2023?
2. Auspicious Days and Hours for Penmanship at the Start of 2023
Here are the auspicious days and hours for penmanship at the beginning of the Year of the Cat 2023, according to experts:
- On the 1st day of the Lunar New Year (January 22, 2023 Gregorian), on Sunday, Canh Thin day, it is the Metal Rooster - Hoang Dao day, Dai Han season, Truc Binh (favorable for everything). The propitious time for penmanship is from 4 AM to the main hour of Dan (7-9 AM).
- On the 4th day of the Lunar New Year (January 25, 2023 Gregorian), on Wednesday, Quy Mui day, it is the Jade Path Hoang Dao day. The recommended hours for penmanship are 3-5 AM (Giap Dan), 5-7 AM (At Mao), 9-11 AM (Dinh Ti), 3-5 PM (Canh Than), 7-9 PM (Nham Tuat), 9-11 PM (Quy Hoi).
- On the 5th day of the Lunar New Year (January 26, 2023 Gregorian), on Thursday, Giap Than day, it is the Jade Path Hoang Dao day. The favorable time frames for penmanship include 11 PM - 1 AM (Giap Ty), 1-3 AM (At Suu), 7-9 AM (Mau Thin), 9-11 AM (Ky Ty), 1-3 PM (Tan Mui), 7-9 PM (Giap Tuat).
- On the 8th day of the Lunar New Year (January 29, 2023 Gregorian), on Sunday, Giap Than day, it is the Jade Path Hoang Dao day. The favorable time frames for penmanship include 11 PM - 1 AM (Giap Ty), 1-3 AM (At Suu), 7-9 AM (Mau Thin), 9-11 AM (Ky Ty), 1-3 PM (Tan Mui), 7-9 PM (Giap Tuat).
- On the 9th day of the Lunar New Year (January 30, 2023 Gregorian), on Monday, Giap Than day, it is the Jade Path Hoang Dao day. The propitious time frames for penmanship include 11 PM - 1 AM (Giap Ty), 1-3 AM (At Suu), 7-9 AM (Mau Thin), 9-11 AM (Ky Ty), 1-3 PM (Tan Mui), 7-9 PM (Giap Tuat).
3. What to write in the penmanship for a smooth and favorable year?
Ancient beliefs emphasize that the lines written at the beginning of the new year should not be copied but rather originated from one's own thoughts. You can jot down your plans for the new year to gain motivation to turn dreams into reality, such as achieving high accomplishments, scoring well in the IELTS exam, getting into your favorite university, learning to play a musical instrument, picking up a new language, and more.
Additionally, you can write good New Year wishes for yourself or your loved ones and friends.
4. Some considerations for penmanship at the start of 2023
- When performing the penmanship ritual, ensure neat and clean attire, sit upright at the study/work table, maintain a serious posture, and focus to show respect for the penmanship tradition.
- The penmanship space should have ample light and a quiet environment.
- Prepare your pen and paper meticulously before initiating the penmanship. Use clean and beautiful writing paper, avoid ink clogs, and ensure there's enough ink.
- Ponder carefully before writing to avoid making mistakes.
- Do not leave unfinished sentences.
- Write thoughts that originate from your own mind, limit copying from others.
Above are the details about the auspicious days and hours for penmanship at the beginning of 2023 to bring luck, favorability, prosperity, and fulfillment of wishes throughout the year. If you find this information interesting and helpful, don't forget to share it with those around you.
