What to avoid in the 12th lunar month?

Taboos in the 12th lunar month, although somewhat superstitious, also show expectations and prayers for blessings in the new year as well as respect and inheritance of traditional culture of the people.

In traditional culture, the 12th lunar month is the last month of the lunar year, which has the important meaning of saying goodbye to the old and welcoming the new. During this month, every household immerses themselves in the joy of preparing for Tet, while also following many traditional taboos and customs.

Do not ask to borrow money in the 12th lunar month

Borrowing money or getting into debt during the 12th lunar month is considered unlucky. The end of the year is an important time for shopping for Tet and preparing for the new year. Everyone needs money at this time.

Furthermore, in culture, money symbolizes wealth and fortune. Borrowing money at the end of the year means that wealth flows out, which can affect your fortune and luck in the new year.

So, at the end of the year, pay off all debts, never borrow money that you shouldn't borrow.

During the days of reunion and celebration, no one owes anyone anything, only by being clear with each other can we live a good year.

Lunar December no arguments

The 12th lunar month is the month of worship and praying for blessings, the 1st of the 12th lunar month is the beginning of the year-end worship ceremonies.

The ancients believed that this month was the day the gods descended to earth, the gods were always present, and were the objects of worship for everyone.

For this reason, sacrifices and prayers are needed. A quarrel will upset the gods and cause one's luck to disappear for a year.

Furthermore, there is a folk saying that “quarrel brings bad luck” on the first day of the twelfth lunar month, meaning that if a couple quarrels on the first day of the twelfth lunar month, it is likely to lead to quarrels throughout the year. For this reason, people will avoid quarreling on this day.

When facing any dispute, blame less, be more tolerant and generous everywhere. When facing difficulties, complain less, care more and always be calm.

Do not move in the 12th lunar month

It is believed that moving house during this month can cause the spirits to get lost and return to the old house, affecting luck for the year.

Traditionally, many people believe that moving house in the 12th lunar month will lead to an unlucky year, so many people will avoid major activities such as house moving and groundbreaking during this month.

Do not build a house on the 12th lunar month

Since ancient times, building and repairing a house has been a major event in one's life, so special care must be taken.

Big projects like laying the foundation for a house or large construction projects are rarely done in December because this is the time when people rush to clean up to welcome the new year. If construction starts at this time, then at the beginning of the new year, there will be no proper place to live and the project will not be completed.

Do not use foul language in the 12th lunar month.

During the month of worship, all the gods are present at home, the most taboo thing is to say unlucky words.

If you say something unlucky, it will not only affect the Tet atmosphere but also make the new year not as expected. It may become a prophecy and even affect your destiny in the next few years.

T. Linh (According to Aboluowang)

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