Thien Mon Dao - Preserving the Vietnamese martial arts spirit through the traditional Ancestor Commemoration Festival 2025

In a solemn atmosphere filled with martial arts spirit, the traditional Thien Mon Dao Ancestor Commemoration Festival 2025 organized by the Thien Mon Dao Martial Arts Association of Hanoi city took place solemnly on April 18 and 19, at Thien Mon Dao Martial Arts Hall, Du Xa village, Thai Hoa commune (Ung Hoa district, Hanoi city).

Panoramic view of the opening ceremony of the Thien Mon Dao Ancestor Commemoration Festival 2025 with a large number of participants, including martial artists, guests, and the lion-dragon team. Red banners and flags of the Thien Mon Dao Martial Arts Association. The festive atmosphere is bustling and solemn. - Photo by Thuy An

The festival attracted the participation of many martial arts students, coaches, people, as well as delegates from agencies and organizations.

Thien Mon Dao sect was formed closely associated with the history of Du Xa Thuong land since the 10th century. Du Xa Thuong is known by many people as a famous land of martial arts, with Thien Mon Dao martial arts sect. Thien Mon Dao is the quintessence of Vietnamese martial arts, the quintessence of traditional national culture. Thien Mon Dao's secrets have existed since the time of Dinh Bo Linh , passed down among the people, through the ups and downs of the country's development history, fighting against foreign invaders and has been preserved by the Nguyen Khac family in Du Xa Thuong, Hoa Nam commune, Ung Hoa district, Hanoi city until today.

With a tradition of martial arts culture spanning many centuries, Thien Mon Dao has introduced a diverse and rich training and cultivation program, suitable for all ages of students, in all areas of social life...

The young martial arts students in blue Thien Mon Dao costumes clasped their hands together in prayer, showing solemnity and respect in the incense offering ceremony to commemorate the Founder. Their focused eyes and serious demeanor showed their pride and the continuation of the martial arts spirit. - Photo by Thuy An

Thien Mon Dao martial arts guide students to the good qualities of human beings, helping to awaken and exploit the hidden inner strength in the body, so that people are always physically and mentally healthy, live more usefully, have a better quality of life and more meaning.

Thien Mon Dao disciples are always exemplary citizens at all times and in all places. The spirit of solidarity and love for each other is respected and well maintained through generations of disciples. 100% of Thien Mon Dao disciples do not get involved in social evils, always unite in worship and fulfill the wish "Drink water - Remember the source".

Thien Mon Dao is not only a martial art, but also a way of life, a way to train people in morality, courage, perseverance and discipline. Through the Hung Kings Commemoration Festival, these values ​​are continued, spread and inspired to the younger generation, so that the spirit of Vietnamese martial arts not only lives forever in the hearts of the nation but also reaches far in the international arena.

Some images of the traditional Thien Mon Dao Ancestor Commemoration Festival in 2025:

Thien Mon Dao martial arts students sit cross-legged in orderly rows, listening or preparing to perform. Their clothes are neat, with a “Thien Mon Dao” banner tied to their heads. The photo shows the spirit of discipline, solidarity and determination of the young generation who are training in the path of orthodox martial arts. - Photo by Thuy An

A female martial artist is performing a set of martial arts with a weapon (staff) with a determined demeanor and decisive movements. Behind her are her fellow students cheering, showing solidarity. The image of women in martial arts represents equality, bravery and diverse development of the school. - Photo by Thuy An

A male martial artist is performing a saber technique - one of the typical techniques in traditional martial arts. The strong, decisive movements, with flexible coordination between hands - feet - eyes, demonstrate a high level of training. - Photo by Thuy An

A male martial artist performs a double stick fight with a firm stance, strong posture, and a look full of energy. The photo shows concentration and fighting spirit in every movement. - Photo by Thuy An

The photo captures one of the particularly impressive internal energy performances of Thien Mon Dao martial artists. A metal bar (often called a nail or long iron) is being prepared to be hammered into the flesh of the martial artist's shoulder area. The martial artist is in a state of meditation, concentrating highly to control the body's energy, helping the body withstand strong external forces without being injured. This is an advanced internal energy technique in traditional martial arts, requiring practitioners to have a long-term practice process, regulate blood circulation, and control breathing and mind. This performance not only creates a strong visual impression, but also conveys a profound message about the perseverance, courage and inner strength of martial artists. - Photo by Thuy An

The audience, including all ages, from adults to children, were attentively using their phones to record videos and take photos of the performances. The images showed the wide appeal of the event, and also reflected the spread of martial arts into the cultural life of the community. - Photo by Thuy An

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