Traditionally, this ceremony usually takes place from the 16th day of the 10th lunar month every year, lasting until the 16th day of the 1st lunar month of the following year, to thank heaven, earth and the gods for giving the villagers a prosperous and happy life. This is also an occasion to pray for favorable weather, bountiful crops and to ward off bad luck in life.
A fire is lit on a large plot of land to prepare for the fire dance ritual. According to the Pa Then people, fire has a special significance in daily life, culture and spirituality. Fire is considered a god that helps ward off evil spirits and diseases, bringing warmth and a prosperous life.
The ritual has a strong and profound impact on spiritual life, on shaping the soul and character of the Pa Then people, demonstrating the extraordinary strength of people who dare to face difficulties and challenges, and drive away bad luck.
The fire dancing ritual is not only a traditional custom but also a cultural heritage representing the Pa Then ethnic group, attracting tourists to visit and experience. Up to now, this ritual is still preserved intact, aiming to connect the community, preserve and promote the unique cultural values imbued with the national cultural identity of the people here.
Below are pictures of this unique ritual of the Pa Then people:
The shaman performs the consecration ceremony; reads the prayer to invite the gods to witness and protect, bless the young men to have the strength to perform the fire jumping ritual.
The shaman performs the consecration ceremony; reads the prayer to invite the gods to witness and protect, bless the young men to have the strength to perform the fire jumping ritual.
The boys began to enter the ceremony.
They danced with their bare feet on the fire.
They danced with their bare feet on the fire.
Mr. Lan Van Don, Thuong Minh village, Hong Quang commune has participated in 10 fire dancing festivals.
Hands and feet of Pa Then boy after fire dance
At the end of the festival, people and tourists were amazed by the mysterious beliefs of the Pa Then people.
Source: https://thanhnien.vn/nguoi-pa-then-nhay-lua-ta-on-troi-dat-185250216200917808.htm
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