11 Taboos on the God of Wealth Day for Good Luck

On the God of Wealth Day (the 10th day of the first lunar month), the most important taboo is to preserve prosperous energy by absolutely not lending or borrowing money, and avoiding vulgar language or arguments that could disrupt financial luck. At the same time, the homeowner must maintain absolute reverence for the God of Wealth altar by cleaning it thoroughly, preparing fresh offerings, and not using fake items, in order to pray for a new year of prosperity, abundance, and smooth success in all things.

Do not lend or borrow money or repay debts

Letting money leave your pocket on this day is considered an act of "offering" your fortune to others.

According to feng shui beliefs, the 10th day is the day of "opening the treasury of wealth," so if you lend money or repay debts, it can interrupt your good luck, causing money to be easily lost throughout the year, and although you work hard, you may not be able to keep much of it. Postpone these financial transactions to another day to ensure your finances remain stable.

Do not buy gold hastily and without careful consideration

Buying gold on the God of Wealth Day is a common custom meant to "keep" wealth and luck in the new year. However, buying gold hastily and without careful calculation can lead to unnecessary financial risks, especially if gold prices drop immediately after the holiday. You should buy gold for symbolic purposes, representing prosperity, rather than investing in large quantities without thorough research. Buying gold should be carefully considered to avoid wastefulness.

Do not buy gold hastily and without careful consideration

Do not let the God of Wealth altar become dusty or leave it uncleaned before the holiday

The God of Wealth altar is considered a sacred place, one that attracts wealth and positive energy. Therefore, before the God of Wealth Day, you need to clean and decorate the altar carefully. Use five-spice incense water or ginger wine water to clean the statues of the God of Wealth, the Earth God, as well as worship items. This not only makes the worship space more solemn and sacred but also helps purify the atmosphere and attract wealth to the family.

Do not place the altar in the wrong feng shui position

The placement of the God of Wealth altar is very important, directly affecting the attraction of wealth and luck. You should place the altar in clean, airy locations, near the main door or where there is natural light. Avoid placing the altar in gloomy places, near the bathroom or kitchen, because these positions are believed to have negative energy, which can reduce positive energy and the family's good fortune.

Do not use flashing lights or electric bulbs instead of oil lamps or candles

According to feng shui, the light from oil lamps and candles not only creates a warm, sacred atmosphere but also helps enhance positive energy. Therefore, when lighting the God of Wealth altar, you should use oil lamps or candles instead of flashing lights or modern electric bulbs. Flashing lights or ordinary electric lights do not create the sacredness and warmth necessary for the ceremony.

Do not use flashing lights or electric bulbs instead of oil lamps or candles

Do not perform the ritual of inviting the God of Wealth statue on the feast day

Inviting the God of Wealth statue or changing the incense bowl should be done before the God of Wealth Day. On this day, the worship ritual must be carried out respectfully and without interrupting the ceremony. If you want to change the statue or incense bowl, prepare early to ensure everything goes smoothly and does not diminish the solemnity and sacredness of the ritual.

Do not dress sloppily or untidily when performing the worship ritual

The God of Wealth Day is a solemn occasion, so dressing neatly and politely is absolutely necessary. Messy, unserious clothing can diminish the solemn atmosphere of the ceremony. You should choose clean, neat, and polite clothes to show respect to the God of Wealth and the worship rituals.

Do not use vulgar language, quarrel, or argue on the God of Wealth Day

On the God of Wealth Day, maintaining a gentle, cheerful attitude and avoiding negative words is very important. Folk beliefs hold that words and actions on this day can affect your wealth and luck throughout the year. Therefore, be mindful of your speech and avoid unnecessary arguments or conflicts.

Do not share blessed offerings with people outside the family

After performing the God of Wealth worship ritual, you should not share the blessed offerings with people outside the family, because according to folk beliefs, this can cause the family's wealth to be dispersed, affecting luck and prosperity in the new year. Offerings such as fruit, candy, or small change should be kept within the family to ensure good fortune is not lost.

Do not share blessed offerings with people outside the family

Do not prepare incomplete offerings or offerings lacking proper meaning

Offerings for the God of Wealth must be complete and suitable to the meaning of the holiday. Items such as fresh flowers, fruit, votive paper, wine, and water need to be prepared carefully. Flowers must be fresh, and fruit should be chosen fresh and undamaged. If you omit offerings or use unsuitable items, the ritual may not be complete and could affect the effectiveness of the ceremony.

Do not perform the ceremony carelessly or without sincerity

The most important thing when worshipping the God of Wealth is sincerity. No matter how simple the offerings you prepare may be, the ritual must be carried out seriously, not carelessly. You should take time to pray, express your wishes, and thank the God of Wealth for what has been achieved in the past year, while also praying for good things in the new year.

Things to do on the God of Wealth Day to enhance wealth

In addition to avoiding taboos, carrying out the positive actions below will help the homeowner "activate" good luck more strongly.

• Buy gold for good luck: This is the most important ritual. You do not need to buy too much, just a small amount (a plain round ring or a gold bar) to receive lucky blessings, helping you start the new year with a mindset of abundance and wealth.
• Begin writing or open for business: If you are in business, choose an auspicious hour on the 10th day to open your shop, sign contracts, or begin the first writing of spring. This action symbolizes a favorable beginning, with everything going smoothly from start to finish.
• Do good deeds and accumulate virtue: Use a small portion of your money for charity or to help those in need. Sowing seeds of kindness on the God of Wealth Day helps increase blessings, making wealth come to you in a more sustainable way.
• Buy feng shui items: In addition to gold, you can also buy items such as a pixiu, a three-legged toad, or feng shui stones to place on your desk in order to attract more prosperous energy.
• Bathe cleanly and keep an optimistic mindset: The homeowner themselves is a "magnet" that attracts wealth. Bathe with fragrant water, wear new clothes, and always smile to welcome the best opportunities into your home.

Conclusion

The God of Wealth Day is not only an occasion to pray for wealth and good luck but also an opportunity for you to perform rituals with sincerity, respect, and propriety. Avoiding the taboos on the God of Wealth Day above will help make the ritual more complete and effective, while also attracting wealth and good fortune for both the family and work. Perform the worship rituals sincerely and prepare all offerings fully so that the new year truly becomes a favorable beginning for prosperity and success.