Hai Duong people go to pagodas and release animals on the full moon day of the first lunar month

On the occasion of the full moon of January this year, many people in Hai Duong went to pagodas to burn incense and pray for peace for their families and loved ones. Some people also released many small animals such as snails, fish, birds, loaches...

According to some pagodas, the number of people performing the ceremony and releasing animals is higher than in previous years. Many families also let their children participate in the releasing activities so that they can understand more about the full moon day of the first lunar month and guide them towards good deeds. Pagodas guide people to choose suitable animals to release, not choosing exotic species such as red-eared sliders, crayfish... which are harmful to the environment.

Releasing animals is done by people in ponds, lakes and rivers with good natural conditions to ensure that the released animals can live well. Releasing animals shows the humanity and good living of Vietnamese people.

The full moon of January, also known as Tet Nguyen Tieu, is one of the most important holidays of the year for Vietnamese people. According to folk belief, "worshiping Buddha all year round is not as good as the full moon of January", because this is not only an occasion to mark the first full moon night of the lunar new year but also a sacred moment for people to turn to their roots and seek peace and luck for the whole year.

On the occasion of the full moon of the first lunar month, in addition to worshiping at home, people also go to pagodas and temples, make offerings, release animals, and do many good deeds. Many pagodas and places of worship also hold peace-praying ceremonies on this day.