Prayer for the 1st day of the 11th 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.November 1stYou can choose the following auspicious time slots to pray for good fortune:
Rooster (17:00-18:59)December 19th
+ Pig (21:00-22:59)December 19th
+ Dragon (07:00-08:59)December 20th
+ Noon (11:00-12:59)November 20th
+ Scent (13:00-14:59)November 20th
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 November
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 November (the month of Mậu Tý) in the year of Ất Tỵ.
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 local spirits on the 1st of November.
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 November (the month of Mậu Tý) in the year of Ất Tỵ.
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 11th lunar month an auspicious day for praying for wealth and success in exams?
Conclusion: December 20, 2025 corresponds to the day of Quy Hoi, month of Mau Ty, year of At Ty. (November 1, 2025 in the lunar calendar)Unlucky day. Only do minor tasks; important matters should be postponed to another 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 (23:00-0:59); 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 Pig- meaning the Heavenly Stem and Earthly Branch are the same (Water element), this day is an auspicious day. - Lunar energy: Day of Great Ocean Water, unfavorable for those born in the years of Ding Tỵ and Ất Tỵ. - 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 day of Tuất (Dog) is in harmonious combination with Mão (Cat), and in triple harmony with Dần (Tiger) and Ngọ (Horse), forming a Fire element. It clashes with Thìn (Dragon), forms a harmful combination with Mùi (Goat), damages Dậu (Rooster), destroys Mùi (Goat), and completely negates Thìn (Dragon). - The day of the Pig is in harmonious combination with the Tiger, and in triple harmony with the Rabbit and Goat, forming a Wood element combination. It clashes with the Snake, forms a harmful combination with the Pig, damages the Monkey, destroys the Tiger, and completely negates the Horse. |
| Peng Zu's Hundred Cavalry Day | ButDear"Do not sue if your case is weak and the opponent is strong." ButPig"No marriage ceremony because the couple will eventually separate." |
| 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: De Date name: De Tho Lac - Gia Phuc: Bad (Hung Tu) Ruling animal: Camel, governs Saturday. Things to do: The Star of the Great Inauspiciousness is unfavorable for undertaking any important tasks. Things to avoid: It is inadvisable to start construction, bury the dead, get married, or travel on this day. Travel by water is especially ill-advised. Giving birth on this day is not auspicious; therefore, perform acts of merit for the child. This is just a list of major taboos; other activities should also be avoided. Therefore, if you have plans for construction, burial, marriage, or travel, you should choose another auspicious day. Giving birth on this day will likely result in a child that is difficult to raise. Therefore, naming the child after a star will bring peace and safety. Exception: - The Earthly Branches of the Earthly Branches are located in the signs of Monkey, Rat, and Dragon, indicating that all endeavors will be auspicious. Among these, Dragon is the most favorable because the Earthly Branch is in its auspicious position. - Thổ Lạc (hedgehog): Earth element, inauspicious star. Avoid activities such as: opening businesses, groundbreaking ceremonies, burials, and travel. "The creation of the dike brings misfortune and disaster." The fields and gardens are empty, the warehouses are empty. Burial is not permitted on this day. Mysterious path, dangerous situation, countless misfortunes. A weak eye can lead to marriage, separation, and divorce. The wandering vagabond entered the room at night. The boat's course is fixed in one direction. "Life is full of burdens, descendants will suffer the same fate." |
| Twelve Heavenly Stems | Direct Closure What should be doneBuild walls, bury the dead, install doors, erect scaffolding, build bridges. Start work on dyeing and pottery kilns, take medicine, treat illnesses (but do not treat eye diseases), and prune trees. Do not:Taking up an official position, inheriting a title or career, enrolling in school, or receiving treatment for eye diseases. |
| Ngoc Hap Thong Thu | Good star: - Auspicious Star: Good for seeking wealth and prosperity, and for opening businesses. Bad star: - Black Tortoise Star (Chu Que) inauspicious day: Avoid moving into a new house or opening a business. - The Star of Sin indicates: Bad for rituals and lawsuits. - The Crying Ghost Star: Unfavorable for rituals and funerals. |
| Auspicious departure dates according to Khổng Minh | DayHeavenly Way:Traveling abroad in search of wealth should be avoided; even if successful, it will be very costly, illogical, and lead to loss. |
| 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'. Avoid traveling in the Southeast direction as you may encounter the Crane God (bad omen). |
| 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 to 15:00 (Goat) and from 01:00 to 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. |
