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1. Worship Song 1 according to the Traditional Vietnamese Rituals - Published by the Culture and Information Publishing House
Namo Amitabha Buddha!
Namo Amitabha Buddha!
Namo Amitabha Buddha!
I bow to the nine heavens, ten directions of Buddhas, Buddhas in all ten directions.
I respectfully bow to the Eastern Palace's Fate God, Kitchen God.
Our devoted believer is: ……………
Resides at:…………
Today, on the 23rd day of the twelfth lunar month, our devoted believer sincerely prepares offerings, dons ceremonial attire, and respectfully presents them to the deities. Lighting the incense, our devoted believer bows earnestly.
We respectfully invite the Eastern Palace's Fate God and Kitchen God to manifest and partake in the offerings.
We humbly ask the Deities for forgiveness for any transgressions made by our household in the past year.
May the Deities bestow blessings and prosperity upon our entire household, young and old, ensuring good health, peace, and prosperity.
We express our sincerity and seek the Deities' favor, praying for their continued protection.
Namo Amitabha Buddha!
Namo Amitabha Buddha!
Namo Amitabha Buddha!
(According to the Traditional Vietnamese Rituals – Published by the Culture and Information Publishing House)
2. Ritual Number 3
Today is the day… month… year.
My name is…, and our entire family resides in...
We respectfully invoke the 'Eastern Palace's Fate God, Kitchen God:
(Additional invocation: Earth Deity Long Mach Honorific Spirit, Five directions, five earth Prosperity and Virtue Deity)
Every year, as the end of the lunar year approaches, the family diligently prepares offerings. Grateful for abundant blessings from the Deities, we sincerely ask for divine assistance in:
The kitchen's harmony, both inside and out, radiating beauty. Humbly seeking assistance for a sincere and prosperous life. Praying for success in all endeavors, with the house filled with auspicious vibes. May everyone be warm, and the family resonates with good fortune. May all endeavors be fruitful, and the household exudes a sense of prosperity. We look forward to immeasurable blessings and virtues.
Offering a symbolic gesture of respect (bowing four times)
(According to Nguyen Thi Nhi – Vietnam Women's Museum)
3. Ritual Number 2 - Passed Down in Folk Tradition
Respect to the Supreme Deity.
Respect to the Five Deities, Eastern Azure Deity, Southern Crimson Deity, Western White Deity, Northern Black Deity, Central Yellow Deity.
Respect to the heavenly generals and marshals.
Respect to the celestial generals and celestial troops
Respect to the mountain deity, dragon deity, earth deity, kitchen deity, and the earth's witness deity
Today is the 23rd day of the 12th month, the year… Binh Than. The day when the Kitchen God ascends to report.
I, the disciple, named… born on… at…
With a sincere heart, I present these offerings, incense, and prayers to invite the Supreme Deity, Five Deities, heavenly generals, celestial troops, celestial generals, celestial troops, and all celestial beings to witness and permit me to bid farewell to the Earth God Kitchen Deity.
Respect to the Earth Deity, Earth Witness Deity, Kitchen God, Earth's Witness Deity. In the past year, thanks to your blessings, we have been healthy and happy, experiencing good fortune. Today, with deep reverence, I bid farewell to you and ask the Supreme Deity, Five Deities, and all celestial beings to bless and protect my homeland, family, and ancestors, granting them health, happiness, and prosperity.
I beseech the Supreme Deity, Five Deities, and celestial beings to witness my sincere heart.
Wishing the Supreme Deity, Five Deities, celestial beings, and all heavenly generals a prosperous New Year!
I am sincerely thankful,
I am sincerely thankful,
I am sincerely thankful.
After the ritual, bow nine times
* After bowing, take three steps backward before turning away
* Wait for the incense to burn one-third, then you can take the gold and horses to transform for the deities. After the transformation, wrap the ashes in a clean red paper and release them into a flowing river, stream, or clean lake, avoiding stagnant water bodies.
4. Ritual Number 6
Namo Amitabha Buddha
Namo Amitabha Buddha
Namo Amitabha Buddha
Respect to the honorable Eastern Master of Fate, Kitchen Deity.
Our devoted disciple is: ...............................
Residing at: ............................................
On the 23rd day of the 12th month, our devoted disciple wholeheartedly prepares floral offerings, dresses in ceremonial attire, and conducts a ritual presentation. Before the altar, we offer reverence to the deities, light the ceremonial incense, and earnestly bow in worship.
We respectfully invite:
The Eastern Master of Fate, Kitchen Deity, to manifest before the altar and partake in the ritual offerings.
Following the ancient traditions, you, the revered deity, the household deities, scrutinize the affairs of the mortal world. Kitchen Deity, bear witness to our sincerity.
In the past year, acknowledging our faults and misdeeds, we humbly seek the forgiveness and grace of the deities. May blessings and prosperity be bestowed upon our entire family—young and old, ensuring peace and security.
We sincerely bow, seeking your divine testimony.
Take heed.
5. Ritual Number 4
Namo Amitabha Buddha
Namo Amitabha Buddha
Namo Amitabha Buddha
We respectfully invite the noble fathers, Ngọc Hoàng Thượng Đế, Bát Hải Thượng Đế, Thủy Tề Thượng Đế, the Council of Royal Fathers, Heavenly Generals of the North Star, and the Four Heavenly Kings, Heavenly Dragons of Dharma.
We respectfully invite the Five Princes and the Five Fairy Lords.
We respectfully invite the Mother of the Celestial Realm, the Wooden Palace Heavenly Mother, Bát Hải Mother, Thủy Tề Mother, and the Holy Mother of the Nine Heavens.
We respectfully invite the Buddha Amitabha, the Medicine Master with radiant light, and the Buddha Sakyamuni - the guide to the blissful realm. We also invite the Buddha Mother Guanyin, the compassionate goddess, and the Buddha King Tran Nhan Tong, along with numerous Buddhas, Bodhisattvas, Arhats, and Dharma Protectors.
We respectfully invite the Kings, the Mothers, the officials, the First Mother, the Second Mother, the Third Mother, and the three councils of the Holy Mothers.
We respectfully invite the Four Palaces, the hosts of spirits, the dragons of heaven, and the divine forces in the earthly realm. We invite the native deities, the Earthly Mother, the Earthly Officials, the Wealth Deity, the Military Deity, and the Kitchen Deity, along with all benevolent spirits overseeing our residence at …(Your address).
We respectfully invite the ancestral deities of the paternal and maternal lineages, the ancestral council, grandparents, and the spirits of the family line, including uncles, aunts, and spirit companions.
On this day, as we welcome Lord Công and Lord Táo back to the heavens, we, the family, include the names of the husband, wife, and children: ….
With incense, fragrant flowers, sweet fruits, cakes, candies, betel leaves, and rice, we solemnly offer to the Heavens, Buddhas, and the sacred realms for Lord Công and Lord Táo. May the celestial beings and deities bless our ancestral spirits and family members, allowing them to join in the sacred and intimate gathering.
We appeal to you, celestial beings and sacred realms. Throughout the past year, Lord Công and Lord Táo have wholeheartedly cared for our well-being, providing health, sustenance, and prosperity to our family. We express our gratitude for your generous and attentive care.
As mortals, we still harbor imperfections and shortcomings. We are tirelessly working to eliminate vices and cultivate virtues. We beseech you, celestial beings, to implore to the Jade Emperor on our behalf. Though our virtues may not yet be fully developed, we are striving day and night to improve ourselves. We seek your divine support, both seen and unseen, seeking help from friends, relatives, and divine intervention to make our endeavors smooth and prosperous. May our home be peaceful and secure, our marriage blissful, our children healthy, and our life abundant with fortune and means for doing good deeds. These conditions will enable us to progress faster and better on our spiritual path. We hope for your joyful and auspicious journey, and we eagerly anticipate your return to our family.
We make this offering with wholehearted sincerity, and we seek your approval and blessings. Namo Amitabha Buddha
Namo Amitabha Buddha
Namo Amitabha Buddha
(According to the teachings of Dr. Nguyen Trong Hung)
6. Ritual Number 7
Nam Quốc..... ……………………………………….
*Province..... …………………………………………….
*City..... ………………………………………..
*Location: Ward, Commune, Hamlet ………………………..
*Disciple……………..Name…………………
Today is the …...At ……...
We invoke the Earth God, the Kitchen God, and all the divine beings in heaven, earth, and the supernatural realms.
Heavenly court, earthly court, water court. Musical court with myriad divine laws and insights. We request the presence of the miraculous Earth God and the commanding City Protector. This is a solemn ceremony exclusively for the Earth God and the Kitchen God.
Respected Dong Tru Tu Mệnh, Kitchen God and Supreme Commander of the Celestial Forces. Earthly Home, Earthly Cave, Fourth Directional Stabilizer. We seek the presence of Gate God, God of Blessings. Requesting the Silent God of Clear Water and the God of Fire in the Upper Heavens.
Invocation to the Kitchen God's Spirit of Fire. Requesting the Triple Wealth Kitchen King. Invoking the Guardian of the Hearth. Seeking the Protection God, overseeing home and family. Invoking the Five Directions and the Five Deities.
Transforming metal and wood into the body of the Kitchen King. Proclaiming good deeds to the Heavenly Emperor. Following the teachings of the Jade Emperor
Performing a peaceful ceremony, disciple...... Wholly understanding the great teachings...province...city. Holding the golden needle firmly. Offering wishes for peace and clarity.
Nine heavens court, honoring the divine beings in the front:
Divine spirits connecting to the heavenly court. Trạch phái nhân hoàn. Reverence to the divine ruler. Virtue nurtures all living beings.
Disciples, every four seasons, venerating the deities. Looking up to divine beings, protecting and possessing. Solar eclipse on the third day. Entirely sensing the great virtue of the Jade Emperor.
Honoring the divine saint. Fearing the consequences of negligence. Weekly periods of time. No speaking or performing ceremonies. Acting without contemplation or meditation. Rituals without purpose or essence. Repetition without introspection.
Prohibition of ignorance. Desecrating the great king Kitchen God. Catastrophes to ears and minds. Trí gia trạch bất an.
Engaging in business without success. Personal determination without prosperity. Livelihood without advantage. Frequently encountering illnesses and troubles.
Disciples unite in prayer. Gold needles piercing spiritual realms.
Offering prayers to the Kitchen God's court according to the highest scripture.
Enriching spiritual literature in the most profound way.
Solemnly completing the ceremony.
Supreme devotion.
Nine heavens music to the Kitchen God
Auspicious from the first year. Goodness in heaven is highly revered. Bowing to the Great Deity in lasting gratitude.
Eternal increase of blessings and prosperity. Combining calamity with transformation. Fulfilling the vow of peace and security. Eternal vitality, the cycle of restoration. Implementing the way of literature
Heavenly fate...year….month….day
Many families not only offer worship to Lord Kitchen on the 23rd of the twelfth month but also conduct Kitchen God worship every day or on the full moon day each month.
