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1. Connaissez-vous bien la fête du Têt vietnamien 2023?

Le Têt Nguyen Dan, ou Tet en abrégé, est la plus grande fête des Vietnamiens et est aussi l’occasion d'accueillir la nouvelle année et de célébrer le passage d’une saison à une autre par le biais de rituels et de festivités.

Le Têt se déroule chaque année en fonction du calendrier lunaire, entre le premier et le septième jour de l’année lunaire, soit toujours entre la dernière semaine de janvier et la troisième de février. La célébration de la fête du Têt est donc la plus longue des vacances qui peut durer jusqu’à sept à neuf jours. Cette année 2023, elle a lieu le dimanche 22 janvier 2023.

Au Vietnam, chaque nouvel an lunaire est placé sous un signe astrologique auquel est rattaché un animal symbolique. Et 2023 pour les Vietnamiens, c’est l'année du Chat, commençant le 22 janvier 2023 et se terminant le 9 février 2024. Selon 12 signes vietnamiens des animaux, le Chat est un symbole de longévité, de paix et de prospérité dans la culture vietnamienne. Ainsi, 2023 s’annonce comme une année d'espoir et de belles opportunités.

2. Activités dans la phase préparatoire avant le Têt

La phase préparatoire du Têt s’avère la meilleure période pour l’immersion culturelle. Les commerces tournent en plein régime pour répondre aux demandes des foyers qui souhaitent bien préparer le Têt afin d’accueillir une meilleure année à venir.

2.1 Culte du Génie du Foyer des Vietnamiens

Le travail de préparation pour la fête du Têt vietnamienne commence généralement à partir du 23 Décembre lunaire, à savoir une semaine avant le Têt, où on célèbre la Fête des Génies du Foyer. Ces génies (Dieu de la cuisine, Dieu de la terre, Déesse des emplettes) quittent le foyer où ils sont hébergés pour s'envoler vers le ciel et faire un rapport de la vie de ce foyer pendant l’année écoulée à l'Empereur de Jade. Les génies lui demandent aussi la chance, la santé, la prospérité ainsi que le bonheur pour les membres de la famille. Ils reviendront dans les foyers la nuit du passage à la nouvelle année.

En réalité, les Vietnamiens préparent les offrandes traditionnelles et en particulier trois carpes en papier ou vivantes qui servent de “moyen de transport” pour que les Génies du Foyer voyagent vers le Ciel. De plus, les gens préparent trois vêtements en papier dont trois chapeaux emboîtés et trois paires de bottes ainsi que les objets votifs en forme d'argent pour ces Génies.

Les plats traditionnels sont déposés sur l’autel pour célébrer les divinités, les ancêtres et prier pour que la nouvelle année apporte une bonne santé et de la prospérité. Après la cérémonie tenue généralement avant midi, les vêtements et les papiers votifs sont brûlés et les carpes sont relâchées dans un étang ou une rivière.

2.2 Nettoyage et décoration de la maison

Une semaine avant le Têt, nettoyer la maison est une tradition du Têt à se débarrasser de l'ancien pour faire de la place au nouveau. Cela porte en effet le message de réorganiser le "désordre" de la vieille année pour en accueillir une nouvelle "pacifique et prospère" avec le Nouvel An plein de chance et de fortune.

Tous les membres de la famille font le ménage à fond dans leur maison et particulièrement les décorent ensemble avec des fleurs pour donner un coup de fraîcheur pour la fête. Les fleurs de pêchers et les fleurs d'abricotier sont des symboles qui apparaissent exclusivement pendant les vacances du Têt. La couleur rouge pâle de la fleur de pêcher apportera de la chance, tandis que le jaune d'abricotier exprime la fortune aux propriétaires.

2.3 Préparation de Banh Chung – gâteau de riz symbolique du Têt

Célébrer le Têt vietnamien signifie aussi “manger tết”, ce qui confirme le rôle important de la cuisine dans le nouvel an lunaire vietnamien. Les Vietnamiens sont tous occupés pour acheter les ingrédients nécessaires afin de préparer les plats traditionnels, surtout le Banh Chung.

Confectionner le Banh Chưng est une activité exprimant le plus précisément l’ambiance du Têt. Même si cette tradition se perd progressivement dans les grandes villes, cette activité traditionnelle reste en vigueur à la campagne.

2.4 Culte des ancêtres

Avant le Têt, les descendants se rassemblent en grand nombre pour rendre visite et nettoyer les tombes de leurs ancêtres. En allumant des tiges d’encens à l’autel, les vietnamiens invitent dévotement leurs ancêtres à rentrer au foyer pour passer quelques moments en famille. La fumée qui s' échappe sert de lien entre le monde sur Terre et l’au-delà.

Pendant toute la fête, le plateau du foyer est toujours rempli de bons plats symbolisant l’espoir d’une nouvelle année prospère pour toute la famille. Il est certain d’avoir un plateau de cinq fruits différents, tels que des bananes, des pamplemousses, des oranges et d'autres fruits tropicaux pour exprimer les souhaits de la famille. Par exemple : un régime de bananes (unité), le kaki ou piment rouge (chance), le papaye, la pastèque (suffisance), la grenade (beaucoup d’enfants), etc…

Après avoir fait des offrandes aux ancêtres, toute la famille se réunit pour déguster un repas de Têt.

2.5 Réveillon du Nouvel An

Le dernier jour de l'année, tous les membres de différentes générations se rassemblent pour profiter du dernier repas en parlant de ce qui s’est déjà passé dans l'année pour marquer la clôture d’une année. L'atmosphère de la réunion est toujours la plus merveilleuse et la plus heureuse de toute l'année.

À la veille du Nouvel An, les jeunes vont regarder le feu d’artifice, tandis que les personnes âgées et les adultes restent à la maison et font des offrandes pour les ancêtres.

3. Moeurs pendant la fête du Têt

3.1 Prière à la veille

Une fois que les feux d’artifice sont terminés, les gens se ruent vers les pagodes bouddhistes et temples pour solliciter la chance parfois en achetant quelques objets spécifiques tels que des cannes à sucre et du sel. D’une part, les cannes à sucre représentent la retrouvaille familiale, entre les vivants et leurs ancêtres défunts.

D’autre part, le sel, signifiant la mer selon la croyance, est synonyme d’une richesse sans limite. En achetant du sel et des cannes à sucre à la maison, les Vietnamiens espèrent d’avoir une bonne année avec beaucoup de joie et de fortune.

3.2 Coutume “le premier invité qui compte”

Le 1er jour de la nouvelle année, qui est d’une importance cruciale, influence le reste de l’année pour les Vietnamiens. Pour cette raison, la première personne qui franchit le seuil de la maison doit être souvent choisie à l’avance parmi les membres de la famille en observant les signes du zodiaque qui sont porteurs de chance pour ce nouvel an. Cette personne adaptée, douce, joviale et honnête arrive souvent juste après minuit avec de petits cadeaux pour son hôte.

3.3 Rendre visite à la famille et aux amis

“Le premier jour du Têt est pour le père, le deuxième pour la mère, le troisième pour les enseignants”. Ce dicton vietnamien révèle bien le mode de vie pendant le Têt, préservé de génération en génération. Les premiers jours du Nouvel An sont considérés comme les plus importants de la fête du Têt vietnamienne. On rend également visite aux proches paternels et maternels. Les grands offrent aux enfants des étrennes pour leur souhaiter la sagesse et de bons résultats dans leurs études, alors que les petits souhaitent à leurs aînés une bonne santé.

En outre, la rencontre des voisins et des familles vivant autour sert à leur souhaiter de bonnes choses pour la nouvelle année. Cette rencontre aide les gens à se lier ensemble, à supprimer toutes les mauvaises choses de l'année précédente pour accueillir avec joie la nouvelle année. Lors de la fête du Têt vietnamienne, les élèves viennent rendre visite aux enseignants afin de leur transmettre les meilleurs vœux.

3.4 Offrir de l'argent porte-bonheur “Lì Xì”

Les enveloppes rouges “Lì Xì” deviennent une mascotte de la fête du Têt depuis longtemps. Ils sont données aux plus jeunes et aux membres de la famille proche le premier jour de la nouvelle année lunaire. Ces pochettes sont remplies d'argent et porte chance à la personne à qui on la donne et qui nous souhaite la bonne année à cette occasion.

3.5 Demande une calligraphie

En parlant d’art, les Vietnamiens ont pour habitude de se rendre chez un maître calligraphe à cette période de l’année afin de retranscrire leurs souhaits en idéogrammes. On retrouve souvent la paix, le bonheur, la santé, la fortune ou encore la longévité. Cette tradition reflète le grand respect des Vietnamiens pour le savoir et l’enseignement. S’offrir des calligraphies qui dégagent le plus grand espoir pour un nouvel an devient une activité culturelle depuis longtemps.

3.6 Festivals après les vacances du Têt

Le Têt se termine lorsque les papiers votifs sont brûlés et que les offrandes sont retirées des autels pour être partagées à tous les membres de la famille. Il est temps que les gens se joignent à des festivals dans tout le pays, comme le festival des pagodes, les courses de bateaux, ….. Les festivals seront organisés pendant un mois après la fête du Têt.

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eafolktraditions · 2 years

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Perfume Pagoda Festival

by Christian Tanks

A Vietnam Festival

The Perfume Pagoda Festival is the longest lasting festival in vietnam. It starts soon as the Tet Festival is over. Also known as the Chua Huong, it is one of the most significant pilgrimage festivals in Vietnam. Every year thousands of people make the pilgrimage to the country's well known buddhist sites. Unlike the many other festivals in Vietnam, the Huong Pagoda Festival in Hanoi does not revolve around traditional games, but rather on the spiritual trips to the caves, pagodas and temples. The participation in the ceremonies are soon to be more favorable towards Buddha.

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The main temple in the mountains is known as the Perfume Pagoda. It is also called Chua Trong which means Inner Temple, it lives inside the Huong Tich Cave One of the most important activities in this festival is to pray in the Huong Tich Cave. According to the legend, a pilgrimage to Huong Pagoda in the spring will bring good health, prosperity, and happiness . The many Visitors attending Huong pagoda festival tend to make wishes and when they are worshiping Buddha in the pagoda, they pray for their wishes to come true. They also bring offerings with them from home, including boiled chicken, boiled pigs’ heads and steamed sticky rice. After they finish their prayers, each visitor will take a small portion of the offering (called loc) which is then carried home for their family. Loc is a sacred and precious thing as it is believed to bring good luck to those who eat it.

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Many people make this pilgrimage for different reason, not all make the trip for religious reasons. Other often take the trip because the time of the festival is when nature looks the best, Th trees have bloomed during this time, so many visitors take the journey strongly off their love for nature. By the end, most visitors are looking to be blessed by Buddha. Being blessed by Buddha means to be prosperous, healthy and good fortune.

Resources

https://sacredsites.com/asia/vietnam/perfume_pagoda_chua_huong.html

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quynhon · 1 year

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brookston · 3 months

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Holidays 2.10

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All the News That's Fit To Print Day

Anniversary of Oruro

Arabian Leopard Day (Saudi Arabia)

Ausonia Asteroid Day

Children’s Hospice Day (Germany)

Cliff Burton Day (Alameda County, California)

Deep Blue Day

Fenkil Day (Eritrea)

Gold Record Day

Half-Baked Day (Halfway to 4/20)

International Cribbage Day

International Day of the Arabian Leopard

International Drive Your Triumph Day

International Ski Patrol Day

International Weather Festival

Kurdish Authors Union Day (Iraqi Kurdistan)

Lt. Col. Vindman Day

Military Industrial Complex Day

National Deworming Day (India)

National Flannel Day

National Home Warranty Day

National Julio Day

National Louis Day

National Memorial Day of the Exiles and Foibe (Italy)

National TV Safety Day

NEET Day (Japan)

Plimsoll Day

Rose Daphne Day (French Republic)

Royal Hobart Regatta Day (Tasmania)

Singing Telegram Day (New York Postal Telegraph Co.)

TBL1XR1 Related Disorder Day

Teddy Day

Tom and Jerry Day

Umbrella Day

Valentismas

Voltammentry Day

Volunteer Defense Day (Thailand)

Welsh Language Music Day (UK)

World Pulses Day

YMCA Day

Ziggy Stardust Day

Food & Drink Celebrations

National Cream Cheese Brownie Day

National “Have a Brownie” Day

Try to Invent a New Jell-O Flavor Day

2nd Saturday in February

Global Movie Day [2nd Saturday]

International Purple Hijab Day [2nd Saturday]

International Snowmobile Ride Day [2nd Saturday]

Independence & Related Days

Anniversary of Oruro (Bolivia)

Empire of North Africa (Declared; 2006) [unrecognized]

New Jersey Concessions & Agreements Day (New Jersey) [1st U.S. state constitution; 1665)

Phokland (Declared; 2007) [unrecognized]

Rosston (Declared; 2007) [unrecognized]

Unification of Upper and Lower Canada (1841)

New Year’s Days

Kebbawa New Year & Beginning of Fishing Season (Kebbawa People of Nigeria)

New Year's Day [Lunar Calendar] (a.k.a. …

Bituun (Mongolia)

Chinese New Year [2024: Year of the Dragon]

Chinese Zodiac: Year of the Yin Black Water Rabbit

Fete du Printemps (Mauritius)

Losar/Loshar (India, Nepal)

Lunar New Year’s Day (Hong Kong)

Novo Ano Lunar (Macau)

Seol-Nal (South Korea)

Sonam Lhosar (Tamang New Year)

Sonam Lochhar (Sikkam, India)

Spring Festival (China)

Tahun Baru Imlek (Indonesia)

Tamang New Year (Nepal)

Tet Nguyen Dan (Vietnam)

Tsagaan Sar (Mongolia) [2023: Year of the Rabbit]

Tet Holiday begins (Vietnam) [thru 26th]

Festivals Beginning February 10, 2024

Carnaval de Barranquilla (Barranquilla, Colombia) [4 Days before Ash Wednesday; thru 2.13]

Carnival of Aalst (Aalst, Belgium) [thru 2.13]

Carnival of Binche (Binche, Belgium) [thru 2.13]

Carnival of Maastricht (Maastricht, Netherlands) [thru 2.13]

Death by Chocolate (Appleton, Wisconsin)

Fastelavn (Copenhagen, Denmark)

Mumbo Jumbo Gumbo Cook-Off (Manitou Springs, Colorado)

Palm Beach Marine Flea Market & Seafood Festival (West Palm Beach, Florida) [thru 2.11]

Paris Carnival (Paris, France)

Sábado de Carnaval (Argentina; Brazil) [thru 2.13]

Wine Love Trail (Sonoma County, California)

Feast Days

Anabita’s Day (Pagan)

Apelles (Positivist; Saint)

Apple Wish Spell Day (Starza Pagan Book of Days)

Ary Scheffer (Artology)

Austrebertha (Christian; Saint)

Bertolt Brecht (Writerism)

Bisexual Anxiety Day (Church of the SubGenius)

Boris Pasternak (Writerism)

Charalambos (Christian; Saint)

Day of Anaitis (Persian Goddess of the Moon and the Seas)

E.L. Konigsburg (Writerism)

Erlulph of Scotland (Christian; Saint)

Faeries Creation Day (Celtic Book of Days)

Feast of St. Paul's Shipwreck (Malta)

Fyodor Petrovich Tolstoy (Artology)

José Sánchez del Río (Christian; Saint)

Marilyn Monroe Day (Church of the SubGenius; Saint)

Mr. Holiday (Muppetism)

Nicolas Taunay (Artology)

Paradoxically Non-Paradoxical Day (a.k.a. Paradox Day; Pastafarian)

Scholastica (Christian; Saint)

Soteris (Christian; Martyr)

Tales of Kelp-Koli (Shamanism)

Trumwin (Christian; Saint)

William of Maleval (Christian; Saint)

Lucky & Unlucky Days

Prime Number Day: 41 [13 of 72]

Sensho (先勝 Japan) [Good luck in the morning, bad luck in the afternoon.]

Tycho Brahe Lucky Day (Scandinavia) [3 of 4]

Very Unlucky Day (Grafton’s Manual of 1565) [10 of 60]

Premieres

Alice at the Carnival (Disney Cartoon; 1927)

Bad Day at Cat Rock (Tom & Jerry Cartoon; 1965)

Belle de Jour, by Joseph Kessel (Novel; 1928)

The Best of Everything, by Rona Jaffe (Novel; 1958)

Big Game Haunt (WB MM Cartoon; 1968))

Billy Madison (Film; 1995)

Butch (MGM Cartoon; 1951)

Chico & Rita (Animated Film; 2012)

The College Dropout, by Kanye West (Album; 2004)

Daffy’s Rhapsody (WB LT Cartoon; 2012)

Das Boot (Film; 1982)

Death of a Salesman, by Arthur Miller (Play; 1949)

The Four-Legged Zoo [#4] (Multiplication Rock Cartoon; Schoolhouse Rock; 1973)

The Glenn Miller Story (Film; 1954)

The Grasshopper and the Ants (Disney Silly Symphony Cartoon; 1934)

Icebound, by Owen Davis (Play; 1923)

The Illustrated Man, by Ray Bradbury (Novel; 1951)

I Never Loved A Man (The Way I Love You), by Aretha Franklin (Song; 1967)

Inside Outer Space (Disney Animated TV Special; 1963)

John Wick: Chapter 2 (Film; 2017)

Kimi (Film; 2022)

The Lego Batman Movie (Animated Film; 2013)

Lego DC Comics Super Heroes: Justice League vs. Bizarro League (WB Animated Film; 2015)

The Littles, by John Lawrence Peterson (Novel; 1967)

Long Tall Sally, recorded by Little Richard (Song; 1956)

The Loved One, by Evelyn Waugh (Novel; 1948)

Moon Girl and Devil Dinosaur (Animated TV Series; 2023)

The Pink Panther (Film; 2006)

Pluto and the Gopher (Disney Cartoon; 1950)

Puss Gets the Boot (Tom & Jerry Cartoon; 1940) [#1]

Rabbit Every Monday (WB LT Cartoon; 1951)

Rio Rita, by Red Fin Rito and His Orchestra (Song; 1942)

Safe house (Film; 2012)

Shallow Grave (Film; 1995)

A Sheep in the Deep (WB MM Cartoon; 1962)

Star Wars: Episode I — The Phantom Menace (Film; 2012)

Sultans of Swing, by Dire Straits (Song; 1979)

Tales of Hoffmann, by Jacques Offenbach (Opera; 1881)

Tapestry, by Carole King (Album; 1971)

The Three Bears (Terrytoons Cartoon; 1939)

Tom & Jerry (MGM Cartoon; 1940)

Van Halen, by Van Halen (Album; 1978)

Today’s Name Days

Scholastika, Siegmar (Austria)

Haralampi, Valentin, Valentina (Bulgaria)

Alojzije, Vilim, Vjekoslav (Croatia)

Mojmír (Czech Republic)

Scholastica (Denmark)

Ella, Elle, Ellen, Elli, Ellu (Estonia)

Elina, Ella, Elle, Ellen, Elna (Finland)

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Elvira (Hungary)

Arnaldo, Guglielmo, Scolastica, Wilma (Italy)

Paula, Paulīna, Paulīne (Latvia)

Ada, Elvyra, Gabrielius, Girvydas, Vydgailė (Lithuania)

Ingfrid, Ingrid (Norway)

Elwira, Gabriel, Jacek, Jacenty, Scholastyka, Tomisława (Poland)

Haralambie (Romania)

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Austria, Amber, Amelinda, Colt, Colten, Colton, Duran, Durand, Durante, Kolton, Meredith (USA)

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J Cal: 11 Grey; Foursday [11 of 30]

Julian: 28 January 2024

Moon: 2%: Waxing Crescent

Positivist: 13 Homer (2nd Month) [Apelles)

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Season: Winter (Day 52 of 89)

Zodiac: Capricorn (Day 20 of 28)

Calendar Changes

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brookstonalmanac · 3 months

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Holidays 2.10

Holidays

All the News That's Fit To Print Day

Anniversary of Oruro

Arabian Leopard Day (Saudi Arabia)

Ausonia Asteroid Day

Children’s Hospice Day (Germany)

Cliff Burton Day (Alameda County, California)

Deep Blue Day

Fenkil Day (Eritrea)

Gold Record Day

Half-Baked Day (Halfway to 4/20)

International Cribbage Day

International Day of the Arabian Leopard

International Drive Your Triumph Day

International Ski Patrol Day

International Weather Festival

Kurdish Authors Union Day (Iraqi Kurdistan)

Lt. Col. Vindman Day

Military Industrial Complex Day

National Deworming Day (India)

National Flannel Day

National Home Warranty Day

National Julio Day

National Louis Day

National Memorial Day of the Exiles and Foibe (Italy)

National TV Safety Day

NEET Day (Japan)

Plimsoll Day

Rose Daphne Day (French Republic)

Royal Hobart Regatta Day (Tasmania)

Singing Telegram Day (New York Postal Telegraph Co.)

TBL1XR1 Related Disorder Day

Teddy Day

Tom and Jerry Day

Umbrella Day

Valentismas

Voltammentry Day

Volunteer Defense Day (Thailand)

Welsh Language Music Day (UK)

World Pulses Day

YMCA Day

Ziggy Stardust Day

Food & Drink Celebrations

National Cream Cheese Brownie Day

National “Have a Brownie” Day

Try to Invent a New Jell-O Flavor Day

2nd Saturday in February

Global Movie Day [2nd Saturday]

International Purple Hijab Day [2nd Saturday]

International Snowmobile Ride Day [2nd Saturday]

Independence & Related Days

Anniversary of Oruro (Bolivia)

Empire of North Africa (Declared; 2006) [unrecognized]

New Jersey Concessions & Agreements Day (New Jersey) [1st U.S. state constitution; 1665)

Phokland (Declared; 2007) [unrecognized]

Rosston (Declared; 2007) [unrecognized]

Unification of Upper and Lower Canada (1841)

New Year’s Days

Kebbawa New Year & Beginning of Fishing Season (Kebbawa People of Nigeria)

New Year's Day [Lunar Calendar] (a.k.a. …

Bituun (Mongolia)

Chinese New Year [2024: Year of the Dragon]

Chinese Zodiac: Year of the Yin Black Water Rabbit

Fete du Printemps (Mauritius)

Losar/Loshar (India, Nepal)

Lunar New Year’s Day (Hong Kong)

Novo Ano Lunar (Macau)

Seol-Nal (South Korea)

Sonam Lhosar (Tamang New Year)

Sonam Lochhar (Sikkam, India)

Spring Festival (China)

Tahun Baru Imlek (Indonesia)

Tamang New Year (Nepal)

Tet Nguyen Dan (Vietnam)

Tsagaan Sar (Mongolia) [2023: Year of the Rabbit]

Tet Holiday begins (Vietnam) [thru 26th]

Festivals Beginning February 10, 2024

Carnaval de Barranquilla (Barranquilla, Colombia) [4 Days before Ash Wednesday; thru 2.13]

Carnival of Aalst (Aalst, Belgium) [thru 2.13]

Carnival of Binche (Binche, Belgium) [thru 2.13]

Carnival of Maastricht (Maastricht, Netherlands) [thru 2.13]

Death by Chocolate (Appleton, Wisconsin)

Fastelavn (Copenhagen, Denmark)

Mumbo Jumbo Gumbo Cook-Off (Manitou Springs, Colorado)

Palm Beach Marine Flea Market & Seafood Festival (West Palm Beach, Florida) [thru 2.11]

Paris Carnival (Paris, France)

Sábado de Carnaval (Argentina; Brazil) [thru 2.13]

Wine Love Trail (Sonoma County, California)

Feast Days

Anabita’s Day (Pagan)

Apelles (Positivist; Saint)

Apple Wish Spell Day (Starza Pagan Book of Days)

Ary Scheffer (Artology)

Austrebertha (Christian; Saint)

Bertolt Brecht (Writerism)

Bisexual Anxiety Day (Church of the SubGenius)

Boris Pasternak (Writerism)

Charalambos (Christian; Saint)

Day of Anaitis (Persian Goddess of the Moon and the Seas)

E.L. Konigsburg (Writerism)

Erlulph of Scotland (Christian; Saint)

Faeries Creation Day (Celtic Book of Days)

Feast of St. Paul's Shipwreck (Malta)

Fyodor Petrovich Tolstoy (Artology)

José Sánchez del Río (Christian; Saint)

Marilyn Monroe Day (Church of the SubGenius; Saint)

Mr. Holiday (Muppetism)

Nicolas Taunay (Artology)

Paradoxically Non-Paradoxical Day (a.k.a. Paradox Day; Pastafarian)

Scholastica (Christian; Saint)

Soteris (Christian; Martyr)

Tales of Kelp-Koli (Shamanism)

Trumwin (Christian; Saint)

William of Maleval (Christian; Saint)

Lucky & Unlucky Days

Prime Number Day: 41 [13 of 72]

Sensho (先勝 Japan) [Good luck in the morning, bad luck in the afternoon.]

Tycho Brahe Lucky Day (Scandinavia) [3 of 4]

Very Unlucky Day (Grafton’s Manual of 1565) [10 of 60]

Premieres

Alice at the Carnival (Disney Cartoon; 1927)

Bad Day at Cat Rock (Tom & Jerry Cartoon; 1965)

Belle de Jour, by Joseph Kessel (Novel; 1928)

The Best of Everything, by Rona Jaffe (Novel; 1958)

Big Game Haunt (WB MM Cartoon; 1968))

Billy Madison (Film; 1995)

Butch (MGM Cartoon; 1951)

Chico & Rita (Animated Film; 2012)

The College Dropout, by Kanye West (Album; 2004)

Daffy’s Rhapsody (WB LT Cartoon; 2012)

Das Boot (Film; 1982)

Death of a Salesman, by Arthur Miller (Play; 1949)

The Four-Legged Zoo [#4] (Multiplication Rock Cartoon; Schoolhouse Rock; 1973)

The Glenn Miller Story (Film; 1954)

The Grasshopper and the Ants (Disney Silly Symphony Cartoon; 1934)

Icebound, by Owen Davis (Play; 1923)

The Illustrated Man, by Ray Bradbury (Novel; 1951)

I Never Loved A Man (The Way I Love You), by Aretha Franklin (Song; 1967)

Inside Outer Space (Disney Animated TV Special; 1963)

John Wick: Chapter 2 (Film; 2017)

Kimi (Film; 2022)

The Lego Batman Movie (Animated Film; 2013)

Lego DC Comics Super Heroes: Justice League vs. Bizarro League (WB Animated Film; 2015)

The Littles, by John Lawrence Peterson (Novel; 1967)

Long Tall Sally, recorded by Little Richard (Song; 1956)

The Loved One, by Evelyn Waugh (Novel; 1948)

Moon Girl and Devil Dinosaur (Animated TV Series; 2023)

The Pink Panther (Film; 2006)

Pluto and the Gopher (Disney Cartoon; 1950)

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Rabbit Every Monday (WB LT Cartoon; 1951)

Rio Rita, by Red Fin Rito and His Orchestra (Song; 1942)

Safe house (Film; 2012)

Shallow Grave (Film; 1995)

A Sheep in the Deep (WB MM Cartoon; 1962)

Star Wars: Episode I — The Phantom Menace (Film; 2012)

Sultans of Swing, by Dire Straits (Song; 1979)

Tales of Hoffmann, by Jacques Offenbach (Opera; 1881)

Tapestry, by Carole King (Album; 1971)

The Three Bears (Terrytoons Cartoon; 1939)

Tom & Jerry (MGM Cartoon; 1940)

Van Halen, by Van Halen (Album; 1978)

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ISO: Day 6 of week 6 of 2024

Celtic Tree Calendar: Luis (Rowan) [Day 21 of 28]

Chinese: Month 1 (Bing-Yin), Day 1 (Jia-Chen)

Chinese Year of the: Dragon 4722 (until January 29, 2025)

Hebrew: 1 Adair I 5784

Islamic: 30 Rajab 1445

J Cal: 11 Grey; Foursday [11 of 30]

Julian: 28 January 2024

Moon: 2%: Waxing Crescent

Positivist: 13 Homer (2nd Month) [Apelles)

Runic Half Month: Sigel (Sun) [Day 2 of 15]

Season: Winter (Day 52 of 89)

Zodiac: Capricorn (Day 20 of 28)

Calendar Changes

Adar I (only in leap years) [אֲדָר א׳] (Hebrew Calendar) [Month 12 of 12]

陬月 [Zōuyuè] (Chinese Lunisolar Calendar) [Month 1 of 12] (Square of Pegasus Month; Corner Month) [Earthly Branch: Tiger Month] (First Month)

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Vietnamese Tet Holiday: A Celebration of Togetherness

Vietnamese Tet Celebration Vietnamese Tet Holiday, also known as Vietnamese New Year, is the most important and widely celebrated holiday in Viet Nam. It marks the beginning of the lunar calendar and is a time for families to come together, honor their ancestors, and welcome the new year with hope and joy. The word "Tet" itself means "feast" or "festival", and it truly lives up to its name with its vibrant festivities, traditional delicacies, and rich cultural traditions. In this article, we will take a journey into the history of Tet, explore its various customs and rituals, and discover the true spirit of togetherness that makes this holiday so special.

Journey Into Vietnamese History: The Origins of Tet

Vietnamese Tet Holiday's History and Origin The origins of Vietnamese Tet can be traced back to the early days of Vietnamese civilization, where agriculture played a vital role in the lives of the people. The lunar calendar was used to determine the best time for planting and harvesting crops, and thus the new year was seen as a time of renewal and rebirth. The celebration of Tet was also influenced by Chinese culture, as Vietnam was under Chinese rule for over a thousand years. One of the earliest records of Tet celebrations can be found in the book "Dai Viet Su Ky Toan Thu" (Complete Annals of Dai Viet), written in the 15th century. It describes how people would clean their houses, decorate them with flowers and plants, and prepare offerings for their ancestors. This tradition is still practiced today, showing the deep-rooted connection between Tet and honoring one's ancestors. Lunar Calendar and Tet Dates Unlike the Western Gregorian calendar, which follows a set date for New Year's Day, Tet follows the lunar calendar, which is based on the cycles of the moon. This means that the dates for Tet vary each year, usually falling between late January to mid-February. The lunar calendar is also used to determine the zodiac animal for each year, with 12 animals representing a 12-year cycle. This adds an element of excitement and anticipation to Tet celebrations, as people eagerly await their zodiac animal's turn.

Bustling Streets and Markets: Tet's Vibrant Festivities

Streets Come Alive with Vibrant Decorations and Bustling Activities As Tet approaches, the streets of Vietnam come alive with vibrant decorations, bustling markets, and cheerful festivities. People rush to buy new clothes, clean their homes, and stock up on traditional foods and gifts. One of the most iconic sights during Tet is the peach blossom trees in the north and apricot blossom trees in the south, which symbolize good luck and prosperity. These trees can be seen adorning homes, shops, and public spaces, adding a touch of beauty to the already bustling streets. Preparing for Tet: Shopping and Cleaning In the weeks leading up to Tet, Vietnamese families are busy preparing for the holiday. They visit local markets and shops to buy new clothes, decorations, and food items. It is believed that wearing new clothes during Tet will bring good luck and prosperity in the new year. Homes are also thoroughly cleaned and decorated with flowers, fruits, and traditional items such as red banners with lucky phrases written on them. Tet Markets: A Feast for the Senses Tet markets are a feast for the senses, with colorful displays of fruits, flowers, and traditional delicacies. These markets are a hub of activity, with vendors shouting out their prices, bargaining with customers, and showcasing their wares. Some of the must-try foods at Tet markets include banh chung (sticky rice cake), mut (candied fruits), gio cha (steamed pork sausage) and xoi gac (red sticky rice). These foods hold special significance during Tet and are often given as gifts to friends and family. Traditional Delicacies: Indulging in Tet's Culinary Joys Vietnamese Tet Holiday is a time for indulgence, and the traditional delicacies served during this holiday are a testament to that. Each region in Vietnam has its own unique dishes and customs for Tet, but some of the most popular ones include banh chung, mut, and xoi gac, gio cha as mentioned earlier. Banh Chung (in the north) is a square-shaped sticky rice cake and Banh Tet (in the South) is a cylindrical-shaped sticky rice cake filled with mung beans and pork, wrapped in banana leaves or dong leaves (phrynium leaves) and boiled for several hours. It is believed that the square shape represents the earth, while the green color of the banana leaves symbolizes spring and new beginnings. Mut is a variety of candied fruits, often made from coconut, ginger, lotus seeds, and kumquat. These sweet treats are usually served in small bowls or plates and are meant to be shared among family and friends. Xoi gac, also known as red sticky rice, is a popular dish in Northern Vietnam. It gets its vibrant red color from the gac fruit and is often served with savory dishes such as grilled pork or chicken. Regional Variations: Tet's Culinary Diversity As mentioned earlier, each region in Vietnam has its own unique dishes and customs for Tet. In Southern Vietnam, banh tet (cylindrical sticky rice cake) is more popular than banh chung, and it is often filled with a variety of ingredients such as pork, shrimp, and mung beans. In Central Vietnam, banh tet is also popular, but it is made with different fillings, such as shredded pork and dried shrimp. In addition to these regional variations, there are also vegetarian options available for those who do not consume meat.

Family Traditions: Honoring Ancestry During Tet

Honoring Ancestry During Tet Vietnamese Tet Holiday is a time for every families to come together and honor their ancestors. This tradition is deeply ingrained in Vietnamese culture and is seen as a way to show respect and gratitude towards one's roots. The first day of Vietnamese Tet Holiday is reserved for honoring ancestors, and families often visit their ancestral altars to offer incense, fruits, and other offerings. This is followed by a family reunion dinner, where multiple generations gather to enjoy a feast and catch up with each other. Preparing Ancestral Altars Ancestral altars are an important part of Vietnamese homes, especially during Tet. These altars are dedicated to the ancestors of the family and are believed to bring good luck and blessings to the household. They are usually adorned with fruits, flowers, and incense, and are kept clean and well-maintained throughout the year. During Vietnamese Tet Holiday, these altars are given special attention, with families adding extra decorations and offerings to honor their ancestors. Family Reunion Dinner: A Feast of Love and Togetherness The family reunion dinner during Vietnamese Tet Holiday "Tet Nguyen Dan", is one of the most important traditions of Tet. It is a time for families to come together, share a meal, and catch up on each other's lives. The dinner usually consists of traditional dishes such as banh chung, gio cha (steamed pork sausage), nem ran (fried spring rolls, xoi gac, canh mang (bamboo shoot soup) and various other savory dishes. It is a feast of love and togetherness, with multiple generations sitting around the table, sharing stories, and making memories. The Gift of Red Envelopes: A Symbol of Best Wishes One of the most cherished traditions of Tet is the giving of red envelopes, also known as "li xi" or "tien mung tuoi". These red envelopes are filled with money and given to children and unmarried adults as a symbol of good luck and best wishes for the new year. The amount of money inside the envelope varies depending on the relationship between the giver and the recipient, but it is always given with a warm heart and a smile. Fireworks and Entertainments: Bringing Joy to Tet Celebrations Vietnamese Tet Holiday is a time for joy and celebration, and one of the ways people express this is through fireworks and entertainments. In the past, fireworks were only allowed to be set off by the government, but in recent years, private individuals and organizations have also been given permission to hold firework displays. These displays light up the sky with colorful bursts and are a sight to behold. Traditional Games and Activities Aside from fireworks, there are also various traditional games and activities that are enjoyed during Vietnamese Tet Holiday. One of the most popular games is "bau cua ca cop", a dice game where players bet on which animal will appear on the dice. Another favorite is "o an quan", a board game similar to mancala, where players try to capture their opponent's pieces. Children also enjoy playing with traditional toys such as spinning tops, shuttlecocks, and kites. Music and Performances Music and performances are also an important part of Tet celebrations. Traditional music, such as "hat xam" (blind busker songs) and "ca tru" (ceremonial singing), can be heard in many places during Vietnamese Tet Holiday. There are also modern performances, such as concerts and variety shows, that showcase Vietnamese culture and entertain audiences of all ages.

The Spirit of Giving: Sharing at Tet

The Spirit of Giving During Tet Tet is not just about receiving red envelopes and gifts; it is also a time for giving and sharing with those less fortunate. Many charitable organizations and individuals take this opportunity to give back to their communities by organizing events and donating to those in need. This spirit of giving is deeply ingrained in Vietnamese culture and is seen as a way to spread joy and blessings to others. Charitable Events and Donations During Vietnamese Tet Holiday, many charitable events and donations take place across Vietnam. These include food drives, blood donation campaigns, and visits to orphanages and nursing homes. Many companies and organizations also take part in these activities, encouraging their employees to give back to the community. This not only helps those in need but also brings a sense of fulfillment and happiness to those who participate. Giving Back to Ancestors In addition to giving to those in need, many families also make offerings to their ancestors during Vietnamese Tet Holiday as a way to show gratitude for their blessings. These offerings can include food, incense, and other items that hold special significance to the family. It is believed that by giving back to their ancestors, families will receive blessings and protection in the new year.

The Colourful Arts and Crafts of Tet: Painting, Lanterns, and More

The Colourful Arts and Crafts of Tet Tet is not just about food and festivities; it is also a time to appreciate the arts and crafts that are an integral part of Vietnamese culture. From traditional paintings to colorful lanterns, there are various forms of art that add to the beauty and vibrancy of Tet celebrations. Traditional Paintings: A Reflection of Culture and Beliefs One of the most iconic forms of art associated with Tet is "dong ho" paintings. These are woodblock prints that depict scenes from daily life, folk tales, and historical events. They are often hung on the walls during Tet as a way to bring good luck and prosperity to the household. Another popular form of art is "tranh thieu nhi", which are colorful paintings made by children and often feature images of zodiac animals or Tet festivities. Lanterns: A Symbol of Hope and Good Luck Lanterns are another important element of Tet decorations, with their bright colors and intricate designs adding to the festive atmosphere. In the past, lanterns were used to light up the streets and homes during Vietnamese Tet Holiday, but now they are mainly used for decorative purposes. They are often shaped like animals, flowers, or fruits, and are believed to bring hope and good luck to the household. Handicrafts and Traditional Items Aside from paintings and lanterns, there are also various handicrafts and traditional items that are associated with Vietnamese Tet Holiday. These include "hoa mai" (yellow apricot flowers), which symbolize wealth and prosperity, and "hoa dao" (peach blossom flowers), which represent good luck and happiness. Other popular items include red banners with lucky phrases written on them, calligraphy scrolls, and traditional toys such as spinning tops and shuttlecocks.

Beyond Family Reunions: Tet's Societal Significance

Vietnamese Tet Holiday is a Time for Family Reunions Vietnamese Tet Holiday is not just a time for family reunions; Tet also holds great societal significance in Vietnam. It is a time for people to reflect on the past year, set goals for the new year, and strengthen their relationships with others. It is also a time to honor the sacrifices and contributions of those who came before us and to look towards a brighter future. Reflection and Goal Setting As the new year approaches, many Vietnamese people take this time to reflect on the past year and set goals for the new one. This can include personal goals, such as improving oneself or achieving career aspirations, as well as societal goals, such as contributing to the community and making positive changes in society. This practice of self-reflection and goal setting is seen as a way to improve oneself and contribute to the betterment of society. Honoring Ancestors and Veterans Vietnamese Tet Festival is also a time to honor the sacrifices and contributions of those who came before us. In addition to honoring ancestors, there are also ceremonies and events held to pay tribute to veterans and fallen soldiers. This is a way to show gratitude and respect for those who have fought for the country's independence and freedom. Looking Towards the Future Vietnamese Tet Holiday is a time of hope and optimism, with people looking towards the future with positivity and determination. Tet is also a time to leave behind the past and welcome new beginnings. This is reflected in the various customs and traditions associated with Tet, such as cleaning the house and getting rid of old items, making offerings to ancestors, and setting goals for the new year.

Conclusion

The Most Significant Traditional Festival in Vietnam In conclusion, Vietnamese Tet Holiday is more than just a holiday; it is a celebration of togetherness, culture, and hope. It is a time for families to come together, honor their ancestors, and welcome the new year with joy and optimism. The vibrant festivities, traditional delicacies, and rich cultural traditions make Tet a truly unique and special holiday. As we bid farewell to the old year and welcome the new one, let us remember the true spirit of Tet Holiday – togetherness, gratitude, and hope for a brighter future. Embrace the spirit of Vietnamese Tet Holiday, the Vietnamese Lunar New Year, and join us in celebrating the richness of tradition and the promise of a new beginning. Let's come together to share joy, create lasting memories, and partake in the cultural tapestry that makes Tet truly special. Whether you're reuniting with family, savoring traditional dishes, or participating in festive activities, let this Vietnamese Tet be a moment to connect, appreciate, and usher in the new year with positivity. Embrace the vibrancy of Tet – let's make this celebration unforgettable! Read the full article

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