Quanzhou Kaiyuan Temple · 26th Day of the Lunar Month

Today is a super special day! Quanzhou Kaiyuan Temple welcomes the last 26th day of the lunar month of the year 🎉 🎇【Significance of the 26th Day of the Lunar Month】 In Quanzhou, the 26th day of the lunar month at Kaiyuan Temple is a traditional event that is deeply rooted in people's hearts. It is held on the 26th day of each lunar month, and the last one in the twelfth lunar month is called "Weijing," which carries people's reflections and gratitude for the year, as well as their prayers and expectations for the coming year. The wishes made on the first day of the first lunar month are fulfilled today, full of devotion. 🕍【The Grand Scene】 On the 25th, Kaiyuan Temple is already brightly lit and crowded with people. People bring offerings and flowers to "burn the first incense." Whether they are old or young, they are all full of devotion. Today, the temple is even more lively, with worshippers lining up in an orderly manner to offer incense and worship Buddha. In the main hall, the blue lights and Buddha shadows, the believers with their hands clasped together, devoutly circling around the Buddha statue. The rising incense smoke seems to tell people's longing for a better life. 🙏【Unique Ceremony】 In the morning, at an auspicious time, the monks lead the believers in chanting scriptures, then divide into two groups to circle the temple, starting from the main hall, circling around the east and west towers, and returning to the front of the main hall. The whole process is solemn and dignified. After the ceremony, you can go to the East Tower Square to receive peace noodles and bring peace and blessings home. 🌆【Surrounding Atmosphere】 Kaiyuan Temple is located on the bustling West Street, which is also particularly different today. In addition to the usual snacks, there are many small shops selling intangible cultural heritage incense and old items, which are super interesting to visit, full of the atmosphere of the world. 💕 I really recommend everyone to experience the atmosphere of the 26th day of the lunar month at Kaiyuan Temple. The devotion and beauty will purify your soul. I also hope that everyone will be safe and smooth in the new year, and all their wishes will come true!