Prayer for the 1st day of the 6th 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 prayer recited on the first day of each lunar month is not only a sacred act of prayer, but also a way to connect with the culture and traditions of the Vietnamese people. At the same time, it is an opportunity for each person to express gratitude and respect for their ancestors and deities, thereby fostering a greater sense of responsibility towards themselves, their families, and society, and wishing for a peaceful and happy life.
When reciting the prayer, maintain a solemn and sincere demeanor to show filial piety and gratitude towards your ancestors. After finishing the prayer, sit quietly for a while to calm your mind and reflect on the meaning of the ritual.
Here are some auspicious times to light incense on the 1st of June to bring good fortune and prosperity:
+ Rabbit (5:00-6:59) on June 25th (Gregorian calendar)
+ Snake (9:00-10:59) on June 25th (Gregorian calendar)
+ Body (15:00-16:59) on June 25th
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 ancestors on the 1st of June
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 day of the 6th month (Year of the Goat) in the year of the Snake.
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 June.
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 June (the month of Quy Mui) 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 6th lunar month an auspicious day for praying for wealth and success in exams?
Conclusion: June 25, 2025, corresponding to the day of Ất Sửu, month of Quý Mùi, year of Ất Ty (June 1, 2025 in the lunar calendar), is an ordinary day, and everything will be relatively auspicious.
Important matters such as burial, tomb repair, and tomb relocation can be carried out if it is not possible to wait for a more auspicious day.
Things to avoid: traveling, moving house, starting school, starting a new job.
| Auspicious Hour | Tiger (03:00-04:59); Rabbit (05:00-06:59); Snake (09:00-10:59); Monkey (15:00-16:59); Dog (19:00-20:59); Pig (21:00-22:59) |
| Dark Hour | Rat (23:00-00:59); Ox (01:00-02:59); Dragon (07:00-08:59); Horse (11:00-12:59); Goat (13:00-14:59); 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:Ất Sửu- meaning the Heavenly Stem clashes with the Earthly Branch (Wood clashes with Earth), this day is considered an average auspicious day (neutral day). - Elemental influence: The day is associated with the element of Metal in the Sea, unfavorable for those born in the years of Kỷ Mùi and Quý Mùi. - This day belongs to the Metal element, which clashes with the Wood element, except for those born in the year of the Pig (Kỷ Hợi), as the clash of Metal and Wood is beneficial for them. - The Ox day is in harmonious combination with the Rat, and in triple harmony with the Snake and Rooster, forming a Metal element. It clashes with the Goat, forms a harmful combination with the Dog, damages the Horse, destroys the Dragon, and completely negates the Goat. - The Three Killings (Tam Sát) are unfavorable for those born in the years of the Tiger, Horse, and Dog. |
| Peng Zu's Hundred Cavalry Day | ButB"It is not advisable to sow seeds and plant trees because the trees will not grow well." ButOx"One should not accept an official position; the master will never return home." |
| Khong Minh Luc Dieu | Day:Dai An- That is, an auspicious day. It's an auspicious day; everything will go smoothly, and all endeavors will be successful. "Dai An met a benefactor." There was food, wine, and money for the farewell. Even if it's not the right time, it's still auspicious. "May you be safe and sound, and enjoy peace of mind." |
| Twenty-Eight Constellations | Star name: Bich Date Name: Bich Thuy Du - Tang Cung: Good (Auspicious Star) Ruling animal: Otter, governs Wednesday. Things to do: Starting any undertaking is auspicious. It is especially good for opening businesses, traveling, burials, house construction, opening doors, erecting gates, weddings, irrigation projects, draining water, clearing land, cutting and embroidering clothes, and performing many good deeds, as good results will come more quickly. Restrictions: Since the Bích star is entirely auspicious, there are no restrictions whatsoever. Exception: - The Bích Thủy Du star in Mùi, Hợi, and Mão is inauspicious for all matters, especially in winter. The day of Hợi is considered auspicious for the Bích Đăng Viên star, but it is still inauspicious.Resurrection and Annihilation(The above dietary restrictions should be followed). - Bich Thuy Du (Otter): Water element, auspicious star. Very good for things like construction, burial, and marriage. Particularly favorable for business. "The jade star creates evil and advances to the fields." The heart is greatly matured, bringing blessings to the heavens. Slaves came on their own, the population increased. Open the gate, release the water, and a virtuous hero will emerge. Funerals that bring good fortune and promotion in official positions. The head of the household was carefree and joyful. An auspicious marriage will produce a precious son. "To establish a good reputation, look to your ancestors." |
| 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. |
| Ngoc Hap Thong Thu | Good star: Bad star: - Little Red Star: Bad for everything - The Six-Star Unfavorable Constellation: Bad for construction. - Black Tortoise Star (Chu Que) inauspicious day: Avoid moving into a new house or opening a business. - Moon Shape Star: Bad for all matters - Moon Star Break: Unfavorable for building houses - The Crying Ghost Star: Unfavorable for rituals and funerals. |
| Auspicious departure dates according to Khổng Minh | DayVermilion Bird:Traveling and seeking wealth are both unfavorable. There is a high risk of losing possessions, and lawsuits may be lost due to weak arguments. |
| Direction of travel | Departing in the Northwest direction to welcome the 'God of Joy'. Departing in the Southeast 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)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 13:00-15:00 (Goat) and from 01:00-03:00 (Ox)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 3 PM to 5 PM (Monkey) and from 3 AM to 5 AM (Tiger)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 5 PM to 7 PM (Rooster) and from 5 AM to 7 AM (Rabbit)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. From 7 PM to 9 PM (Tuất) and from 7 AM to 9 AM (Thìn)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 9 PM to 11 PM (Pig) and from 9 AM to 11 AM (Snake)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. |
