Car Blessing Ceremony for a Safe New Year

“Respect traditions, avoid misfortunes” – as the old saying goes. The New Year car blessing ceremony is a beautiful spiritual and cultural tradition that has existed for a long time. So, what is the true meaning of this practice? What is the proper way to perform the ceremony and what offerings are required? Let’s explore this with xetaihanoi.edu.vn in the article below!

The Significance of the New Year Car Blessing Ceremony

Spirituality & Feng Shui

According to folk beliefs, the New Year car blessing ceremony is an occasion for the owner to express their respect to the deities, praying for a safe and prosperous new year on all roads. Besides, this practice also carries the meaning of warding off evil spirits and bad luck that may occur in the new year.

A Scientific Perspective

From a scientific perspective, the New Year car blessing ceremony is an opportunity for everyone to check and maintain their vehicles before embarking on new journeys.

The Standard New Year Car Blessing Ceremony Procedure

Below is the commonly used New Year car blessing ceremony procedure:

Nam mô a di đà Phật! (3 times)

I bow to the Nine Heavens, the Ten Directions Buddhas, the Buddhas of the Ten Directions.

I respectfully bow to the Emperor of Heaven and the Earth Goddess, and all the deities.

I respectfully bow to the Golden Year Ruler, the Great Deity of Virtue.

I respectfully bow to the local tutelary deities and the Great Kings.

I respectfully bow to the Five Directions, the Five Earths, the Dragon Gods, the Front Gods, and the Rear Gods.

I respectfully bow to all the gods and spirits governing this land.

Today is the … day of … month, … year…

My name is: …

Residing at: …

With a sincere heart, I have prepared incense, flowers, offerings, and tea to offer before the altar.

Respectfully, I say:

My family owns a … car, brand … , license plate number ….

At the beginning of the new year, my family and I prepare offerings and burn incense before you.

We pray for our car to operate smoothly, avoiding all accidents and incidents. We pray for our family’s safe travels, wherever we go.

Our offerings are small, but our hearts are sincere. We respectfully offer them and ask for your blessings and protection.

Nam mô a di đà Phật! (3 times)

Note:

• The prayer can be modified to suit each region and family’s circumstances.
• After reciting the prayer, the homeowner should bow and burn votive paper.

A table with offerings for a car blessing ceremony, including incense, fruit, and flowers.