I ain’t gatekeeping, let us welcome the God of Wealth this 2025 year of the wood Snake, so all of us will be abundantly happy. Honestly, you can or can not do this either way, I am sharing the traditional and the digital/ gen Z way of doing this. I am very happy with my life right now and everything that I have manifested has come to life and more to come! I want everyone to experience the same happiness I am feeling right now, I believe the happier people are the world will be a better place to live .
So here we go !
Oh, IMPORTANT REMINDER: If you are a DRAGON or DOG please do not do this ritual !
What's Inside
Traditional Reception of the God of Wealth
First off, let’s talk about the OG way to welcome the God of Wealth into your home—in true traditional style. Ready to channel some prosperity vibes? Here’s your guide:
Setting the Stage
- Grab your supplies: The God of Wealth incense papers and his portrait are must-haves. Pick them up at any incense shop.
- Portrait placement: Find the perfect spot for the portrait—just not the bathroom door, near trash bins, or around female clothing. Instead, think main door, balcony, or inside the house (but stash the laundry away first!).
- Joss sticks FTW: Long joss sticks are your go-to. After prayers, pop them into the incense urn at home. No urn? Let them burn in the living room.
Prepping Yourself & the Space
- Clean vibes only: Take a bath beforehand to show your sincerity. Also, scrub the altar table with water and dry it. Placement matters: keep it 1, 2, 3, 8, or 9 feet from the main door. Balconies or HDB corridors work too (windows open, please!).
- Make it personal: Write your details—name, age, address, and wish—on a “God of Wealth Wish Card.” Include this phrase on the card: “乙巳年值年财神恩赐.” Add “治子” (for men) or “信女” (for women) with your name at the bottom left corner. Burn this card with the incense papers outside your house.
Ceremony Rituals
- Walk the talk: After reception, walk backward into the house. When hanging the portrait, take 3, 8, 13, 23, or 33 steps (no overthinking required!).
- Out with the old: Burn last year’s God of Wealth portrait with incense papers before you welcome the new one.
Step-by-Step Timeline
- 11:00 PM: Take a cleansing bath.
- 11:15 PM: Pay respects to your household deities and the God of Heaven (天公).
- 11:30 PM: Get your worship items ready.
- 11:40 PM: Light the joss sticks, make your wish, and seek blessings (skip this if your zodiac sign is in conflict this year!).
- 12:15 AM: Place the God of Wealth portrait and joss sticks.
- 12:40 AM: Burn the incense papers in front of the main entrance.
Offerings Checklist
Prepare these goodies to impress the God of Wealth:
- Sweet treats: Nian Gao (年糕), Jin He (进合), and Fa Gao (发糕).
- Fruits: Bananas, oranges, pears, snow pears, salak, and pineapples.
- Veggie dishes: Pick your faves (six types).
- Drinks: Five cups of Chinese tea and one large steamed bun (大包).
- Wine: Five cups of white rice wine.
- Extras: The God of Wealth incense papers and portrait.
A Modern Take on Tradition
Who says you can’t keep it contemporary? Here’s how to welcome the God of Wealth—21st-century style:
Same Offerings, Less Fuss
- Use the same offerings as the traditional method.
- Clean the altar table and take a pre-ceremony bath—respect never goes out of style!
- Conduct the reception outside the main entrance or at the balcony.
Go Digital
Feeling tech-savvy? Download a God of Wealth image and make it your phone’s wallpaper. Here’s the play-by-play:
- Set the wallpaper on 28 January 2025 at 11:40 PM.
- Position your phone facing North (0°) in your living room.
- Offer your respects.
- If North is blocked, head downstairs to complete the ritual.
And there you have it—your ultimate guide to welcoming the God of Wealth, whether you’re all about tradition or embracing modern vibes. Prosperity, here we come!
Up next, what to eat on the CNY2025…
