THE INFLUENCE OF HOUSEHOLD DEITY BELIEFS ON THE SPIRITUAL LIFE OF THE CHINESE COMMUNITY IN BINH DUONG

This article not only systemizes the common household deity beliefs and forms of worship but also analyzes the role of these beliefs in the spiritual life of the Chinese community in Binh Duong. Based on ethnographic data and fieldwork conducted in Thu Dau Mot City, Thuan An City, and Dau Tieng District, the article reveals that the household deity system of the Chinese community in Binh Duong combines traditional Chinese religious elements with adaptations to the local context. The deities commonly worshipped in families include Kuan Yin, Kuan Ti, Tsai Shen (God of Wealth), and Earth God... Furthermore, influenced by urbanization, modern life, and changes in the perceptions of younger generations, the form and role of these beliefs are undergoing significant transformations in the way worship is practiced, reflecting the adaptation of the Chinese community to modern society.<p> </p><p><strong> Article visualizations:</strong></p><p><img src="/-counters-/soc/0423/a.php" alt="Hit counter" /></p>