Prayer for the 1st day of the 10th lunar month
The prayer recited on the first day of the lunar month is a traditional ritual not only to pray for oneself and one's family, but also to wish for peace and prosperity in life.
The ritual of offering prayers on the first day of each lunar month is a beautiful cultural tradition of the Vietnamese people. It is not only an occasion to pray for health and peace for the family, but also a way to preserve profound spiritual values. Through this ritual, we express gratitude to our ancestors and deities, and enhance our sense of responsibility towards ourselves, our families, and our communities.
When performing the ritual, the most important thing is to maintain a solemn attitude and a sincere heart. The recitation of the prayers should be done with concentration and reverence. After the prayers are finished, one should spend a few minutes in quiet contemplation, reflecting on the profound meaning of the ceremony.
Regarding the time of day for burning incense.October 1stYou can choose the following auspicious time slots to pray for good fortune:
+ Monkey (3 PM - 5 PM) on November 19th (Gregorian calendar)
Rooster (5 PM - 7 PM) on November 19th (Gregorian calendar)
+ Pig (9 PM - 11 PM) on November 19th (Gregorian calendar)
+ Dragon (7am-9am) on November 20th (Gregorian calendar)
+ Noon (11:00 AM - 1:00 PM) on November 20th (Gregorian calendar)
Below is a sample prayer for the first day of the lunar month, offered at the ancestral altar and to the deities and the earth god, for your reference.
Prayer to the ancestors on the 1st of October
Namo Amitabha Buddha!
Namo Amitabha Buddha!
Namo Amitabha Buddha!
I bow to the nine directions of heaven, the ten directions of all Buddhas, and all the Buddhas of the ten directions. I respectfully bow to the Heavenly Emperor, the Earth Goddess, and all the Venerable Deities.
I respectfully bow before the local tutelary deity, the local earth deity, the household kitchen god, and all other revered deities.
I respectfully bow before my ancestors, my deceased father and mother, and all departed spirits (if my parents are still alive, replace them with my paternal and maternal ancestors).
We, your humble devotees, are….......... residing at…..............
Today is the 1st of October (the month of Dinh Hoi) in the year of At Ty.
With the grace of Heaven and Earth, the revered deities, and the ancestors, I, your humble devotee, sincerely prepare offerings of incense, flowers, tea, and fruit, and light a stick of incense before the altar.
We respectfully invite: the local tutelary deity, the great kings, the local earth god, the household kitchen god, the Five Directions deities, the dragon vein deity, and the god of wealth.
We humbly beseech you to descend before the altar, witness our sincerity, and accept our offerings. We respectfully invite our ancestors, both paternal and maternal, to have mercy on their descendants, to manifest themselves, witness our devotion, and accept our offerings.
We, your humble devotees, respectfully invite the former and current owners of this house to come before the altar, partake in the offerings, and bless our family with good health, peace, prosperity, success in business, and family harmony.
With humble hearts and sincere devotion, we respectfully bow before the altar and humbly ask for your protection and blessings.
Namo Amitabha Buddha!
Namo Amitabha Buddha!
Namo Amitabha Buddha!
Prayer to the deities and the local guardian spirit on the 1st of October.
Namo Amitabha Buddha!
Namo Amitabha Buddha!
Namo Amitabha Buddha!
I respectfully bow to the nine directions of heaven, the ten directions of all Buddhas, and all the Buddhas of the ten directions. I respectfully bow to the celestial and earthly deities, and all revered gods. I respectfully bow to the Eastern God. I respectfully bow to the local earth deity and dragon vein. I respectfully bow to the Five Earth Deities, the Five Directions, and the God of Fortune and Virtue. I respectfully bow to the ancestors, landlords, and wealth gods. I respectfully bow to all the revered deities who govern this area.
We, your humble devotees, are….......... residing at…..............
Today is the 1st of October (the month of Dinh Hoi) in the year of At Ty.
We, the homeowners, sincerely prepare incense, flowers, gold and silver, tea, and fruit, and light fragrant incense sticks to offer before the altar. We respectfully invite the Venerable Deities of the current year's Tai Sui, the Great Kings of the local City God, the Household Earth God, the Dragon Vein Deity, the Five Earth Deities, the Five Directions Deities, the Kitchen God, the God of Fortune, and all other Venerable Deities governing this area.
We humbly beseech you, O deities, to hear our plea for mercy and compassion, to descend before this altar, to witness our sincerity, to accept our offerings, and to protect and bless our entire family with peace, success in all endeavors, safety for everyone, increased wealth, fulfillment of all our wishes, and enlightenment.
With sincere hearts and humble offerings, we present this before the altar, bowing down and praying for your blessings and protection.
Namo Amitabha Buddha!
Namo Amitabha Buddha!
Namo Amitabha Buddha!
Is the 1st day of the 10th lunar month an auspicious day for praying for wealth and success in exams?
Conclusion: November 20, 2025 corresponds to the day of Quy Ty, month of Dinh Hoi, year of At Ty. (October 1, 2025 in the lunar calendar)Very Bad DayOnly perform daily tasks. Absolutely do not do anything else on this day.
| Auspicious Hour | Ox (01:00-02:59); Dragon (07:00-08:59); Horse (11:00-12:59); Goat (13:00-14:59); Dog (19:00-20:59); Pig (21:00-22:59) |
| Dark Hour | Rat (23:00-00:59); Tiger (03:00-04:59); Rabbit (05:00-06:59); Snake (09:00-10:59); Monkey (15:00-16:59); Rooster (17:00-18:59) |
| Days of Oblivion | Avoid any days considered inauspicious according to the lunar calendar, such as days of lunar eclipse, days of the Three Nymphs, and days of Yang Gong's prohibitions. |
| Five Elements | Day:Year of the Snake- meaning the Heavenly Stem clashes with the Earthly Branch (Water clashes with Fire), this day is considered an average auspicious day (neutral day). - Lunar energy: Day of Long Flowing Water, unfavorable for those born in the years of Ding Hai and Yi Hai. - This day belongs to the Water element, which clashes with the Fire element, except for the following birth years: Kỷ Sửu, Đinh Dậu, and Kỷ Mùi, which belong to the Fire element and are not affected by Water. - The Snake day is in harmonious combination with the Monkey, and in triple harmony with the Ox and Rooster, forming a Metal element. It clashes with the Pig, forms a harmful combination with the Monkey, damages the Tiger, destroys the Monkey, and completely negates the Rat. |
| Peng Zu's Hundred Cavalry Day | ButDear"Do not sue if your case is weak and the opponent is strong." ButSnake"Do not travel far, your possessions will be lost" - It is not advisable to travel by vehicle because money is easily lost. |
| Khong Minh Luc Dieu | Day:Little Cat- That is, an auspicious day. In this period, everything will go well for Xiao Ji, with few obstacles. Major undertakings will be successful and smooth, aided by divine blessings and protection, and supported by influential people. "Little Cat meets the dragon fruit association" This divination is for seeking wealth and good fortune. Wishing you good fortune and happiness. "May you meet your teacher and acquaintances safely and without incident." |
| Twenty-Eight Constellations | Star name: Giác Date name: Giác Mộc Giao - Đặng Vũ: Good (Bình Tú) Ruling star: Giao Long (Dragon), presiding over Thursday. Things to do: All endeavors will bring honor and prosperity. Marriage or childbirth will result in a precious son. Career advancement and academic success will be excellent. Taboos: Burials during times of misfortune must be observed for three years. Whether building or repairing a tomb, someone will inevitably die. Therefore, to avoid bad omens, you should choose another auspicious day for the burial. Children born on a day when the Star of the Horn (Sao Giác) shines will be difficult to raise. It is best to name the child after the star for safety. If not using the star's name, the name of the star of the month or year can be used, which carries a similar meaning. Exception: - The constellation Horn falls on the day of the Horse.Resurrection and AnnihilationIt is considered very inauspicious for burials, inheritance, dividing family assets, traveling, and even starting a dyeing or pottery kiln. However, the Horn constellation on this day is auspicious for activities such as filling holes, building walls, weaning children, constructing toilets, and ending harmful things. - The crocodile (Giác Mộc Giao): represents the Wood element, a benevolent star. It signifies academic success and a successful marriage. However, it is inauspicious for reburial and burial. - When the Horn Constellation falls on the first day of the lunar month, it signifies a Day of Destruction: one should avoid making wine, conducting administrative work, establishing pottery or dyeing kilns, and even inheritance. It is especially inauspicious to travel by boat. - When the Horn Star falls on the Day of the Tiger, it signifies achieving a high position or that everything will go well. "The auspicious star brings prosperity and honor to the ruler." Foreigners bring wealth and beautiful women. Marriage and childbirth resulted in a son. Scholars who have passed the imperial examinations are granted an audience with the King. Only burial is unusable. Three years later, the main disease was smallpox. |
| Twelve Heavenly Stems | Direct Break What should be doneIt is a day when the Sun and Moon are in conflict. The day is associated with the "Breaking" (Phá) star, making all undertakings unfavorable; only demolition of houses is advisable. |
| Jade Box Almanac | Good star: - Mirror Heart Star: Auspicious for funerals - Traveling Star: Auspicious for all matters, especially travel. Bad star: - Little Red Star: Bad for everything - Moon Star Break: Unfavorable for building houses - The Crying Ghost Star: Unfavorable for rituals and funerals. |
| Auspicious departure dates according to Khổng Minh | DayDuong Phong:Excellent! The journey will be smooth, your financial wishes will come true, and you will receive help from benefactors. |
| Direction of travel | Departing in the Southeast direction to welcome the 'God of Joy'. Departing in the Northwest direction to welcome the 'God of Wealth'. |
| Departure time according to Ly Thuan Phong | From 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM (Noon) and from 11:00 PM to 1:00 AM (Midnight)Good news is coming soon. If you are seeking fortune and wealth, head south. Business trips and meetings will bring good luck. Those who travel will receive news. Livestock farming will be prosperous. From 13:00-15:00 (Goat) and from 01:00-03:00 (Ox)Arguments, quarrels, and disputes should be avoided; caution is advised. It is best to postpone departures. Guard against curses and avoid contracting illnesses. In general, activities such as meetings, debates, and official business should be avoided during this time. If it is absolutely necessary to engage in such activities during this time, it is advisable to keep quiet to minimize the risk of fights or arguments. From 3 PM to 5 PM (Monkey) and from 3 AM to 5 AM (Tiger)This is a very auspicious time; traveling often brings good fortune. Business and trade will be profitable. Travelers will soon return home. Women will receive good news. Everything in the household will be harmonious. If there is illness, prayers will bring recovery, and the whole family will be healthy. From 5 PM to 7 PM (Rooster) and from 5 AM to 7 AM (Rabbit)Seeking wealth is not beneficial, or often leads to disappointment. Leaving home may result in loss or misfortune; important matters may be thwarted; encountering evil spirits requires offerings and rituals for peace. From 7 PM to 9 PM (Tuất) and from 7 AM to 9 AM (Thìn)Everything will go well; it's best to seek wealth in the southwest direction – your home will be peaceful. Those who travel will be safe. From 9 PM to 11 PM (Pig) and from 9 AM to 11 AM (Snake)Plans are difficult to succeed; seeking fortune and wealth is uncertain. Lawsuits should best be postponed. No news yet from those who have traveled far. Lost money or belongings, if found in the South, can be recovered quickly. Beware of arguments, conflicts, or petty gossip. Work will be slow and protracted, but it's best to be thorough in everything you do. |
