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In accordance with tradition, the gold transformation ceremony is conducted at the conclusion of Tet. Refer to these 3 gold transformation rituals below for a precise and authentic ceremonial experience.
1. Items to Prepare for the Gold Transformation Ceremony
Gold transformation offering tray
- Gold coins representing the last 3 days of Tet
- Incense, flowers, water, and fruits (five fruits).
- Betel leaves and areca nuts;
- Wine;
- Lanterns, candles;
- Sweet treats, candies;
- Savory feast: sticky rice, chicken, square sticky rice cakes, a variety of Tet dishes, pure and essential.
2. Gold Transformation Ritual 1
Celebrating the transformation of gold typically occurs from the 3rd day of Tet until the 10th day of the first lunar month.
Homage to Amitabha Buddha (3 times).
I respectfully bow to the nine celestial directions, ten directional Buddhas, and the Buddha assembly of ten directions.
I respectfully bow to the Heavenly Emperor, Earth Deity, Dragon Veins, Kitchen God, and the honored deities.
I respectfully bow to the current celestial administrators, the Guardian of the Mainland Thanh Hoang, the Earth deities, Kitchen God, and Dragon Veins honored deities.
I respectfully bow to the ancestors, elder siblings, and ancestral spirits from both paternal and maternal lineages.
Today is the day of the …, in the first month, the year of the Metal Tiger.
We are: …, aged: …
Currently residing at: …
With a sincere heart, we arrange flowers and offerings, perform rituals and ceremonies, presenting them before the altar. Humbly submit: The Lunar New Year festivities have concluded, Tet has passed, now we request to burn the gold and silver, paying homage to the deities, escorting the spirits back to the netherworld.
We beseech for blessings, grace, and protection, maintaining the balance of yang and yin, in all favorable places, may descendants achieve myriad desires, all matters be peaceful, wealth and prosperity abound in the family.
With utmost respect and reverence, we offer silver and advance, examining the quantity and thoroughly inspecting, bowing in request for confirmation.
Homage to Amitabha Buddha (recited 3 times)
3. Ritual for transforming gold 2
The homeowner should dress solemnly while performing the ritual ceremony.
Homage to Amitabha Buddha!
Homage to Amitabha Buddha!
Homage to Amitabha Buddha!
- I respectfully bow to the nine celestial directions, ten directional Buddhas, and the Buddha assembly of ten directions.
- I humbly pay homage to the Heavenly Emperor, Earth Deity, and all honored deities.
- I respectfully bow to the current celestial administrators, the Guardian of the Mainland Thanh Hoang, Earth deities, Kitchen God, Dragon Veins, and honored deities.
- I respectfully bow to the ancestors, elder siblings, and ancestral spirits from both paternal and maternal lineages.
Believers (we) are: ...................................................
Residing at: .........................................................
Today is the day of the …, in the first month, the year of the Metal Tiger.
With sincere heart, the believer prepares offerings of golden and silver flowers, precious objects, and tea for presentation, humbly submitting:
The Lunar New Year festivities have concluded, Tet has passed, now we request to burn the gold and silver, paying homage to the deities, escorting the spirits back to the netherworld.
We beseech for blessings, grace, and protection, ensuring descendants enjoy peace, and the family prospers.
We ceremoniously present our sincere hearts, wholeheartedly paying homage, bowing in request for blessings and protection.
Homage to Amitabha Buddha!
Homage to Amitabha Buddha!
Homage to Amitabha Buddha!
4. Ritual for transforming gold 3
Today is the day: …
At: Village: ..., Ward/District: ..., District/Municipality: ..., Province/City: …
The believer is: ... along with the whole family paying respects.
Today, in celebration.
Respectfully acquire a ritual set consisting of..., known as the ceremony of sincere dedication, offering to: Eastern Palace Four Heavenly Kings, Kitchen God deity, ancestral master of the family, local earth deity, and other honored deities.
In front of the spiritual presence of:
Present:
Present:
Present:
And the ancestral uncles, aunts, and other spirit entities revered by the ancestral lineage.
Humbly submit that:
The Lunar New Year festivities have concluded
Offering of gratitude and presentation
Escort of ancestral spirits
Returning to the netherworld
The first day of the new year
The entire family eagerly awaits
May blessings and grace endure
Respectfully acknowledge and honor the deities
Guard and protect with divine assistance
Harmony of yang energy and yin essence
Favorable conditions everywhere
Descendants in security
Operate smoothly and prosperously
Attention!
Above is the ritual for transforming gold, the gold transformation prayer for the year of the Metal Tiger 2024. We hope this article will assist you in conducting the ceremony correctly and precisely.
