We stopped back by "Holland V" as its called locally to get some groceries and other odds and ends. Walking around we came upon this event in preparation -- this is a tent if you can believe it. On the table in front see preparations for the "Hungry Ghost." August is Hungry Ghost month. Deceased relatives that are not given the proper send-off into the next life (and I think this necessarily involves the firstborn son) wander the earth creating difficulties for those of us that remain. To appease them, fruits are offered in August to the "Hungry Ghosts." -- you can see them on the table in front. Apparently, the ghosts consume the spirit essence because the fruits can be eaten following the ceremonies.
Saturday, August 16, 2008
August Festivities in Holland Village
We stopped back by "Holland V" as its called locally to get some groceries and other odds and ends. Walking around we came upon this event in preparation -- this is a tent if you can believe it. On the table in front see preparations for the "Hungry Ghost." August is Hungry Ghost month. Deceased relatives that are not given the proper send-off into the next life (and I think this necessarily involves the firstborn son) wander the earth creating difficulties for those of us that remain. To appease them, fruits are offered in August to the "Hungry Ghosts." -- you can see them on the table in front. Apparently, the ghosts consume the spirit essence because the fruits can be eaten following the ceremonies.
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