29th Jan 2006

Ways to Kick Off the Year of the Dog

It’s Chinese New Year Today!

Chinese New Year starts on the new moon of the new year and lasts for 15 days. Here are some highlights:

First Day: Abstain from meat to assure a long and prosperous life.
Second Day: Treat your dog especially well as it is the birthday of all dogs.
Fifth Day: Stay home to welcome the God of Wealth.
Sixth Day: Begin visits to friends and family.
Ninth Day: Make offerings to the Jade Emperor.
Fifteenth Day: Lantern Festival

More about Chinese New Year

All Buddhist Holidays

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