Best Days for Altar Cleansing (Beyond Full Moon) + Sacred Incense Guide

A guide to selecting auspicious dates for altar cleansing (bao sái) beyond the Full Moon and New Moon: How to utilize Dai An, Toc Hy, and Tru Tru days to invite prosperity and harmony into your home.

1. Flexibility in Ritual Cleansing: Beyond the Full Moon

Many families feel bound to cleanse their altars only on the 14th or 30th of the lunar month. However, if life’s demands or travel prevent this, is it permissible to choose another day? Traditional Feng Shui confirms that a dusty altar should be cleaned immediately; true sanctity is never restricted by rigid scheduling. Furthermore, every month contains specific auspicious days that carry energy capable of dispelling stagnant qi, which homeowners can proactively select.

2. Three Criteria for Selecting Auspicious Cleansing Days

Choose Days of ‘Tru Tru’ (Removal) or ‘Tru Dinh’ (Stability): In the twelve-day cycle, ‘Tru Tru’ signifies the sweeping away of impurities, while ‘Tru Dinh’ represents the preservation of peace—both are highly favorable for altar maintenance.
Select Auspicious Hours (Dai An or Toc Hy): Ideally performed in the morning between 7:00 AM and 11:00 AM when the energy is bright and warm; avoid cleansing during the dim hours of late afternoon or evening.
Avoid Inauspicious Days: Strictly avoid Tam Nuong days (3rd, 7th, 13th, 18th, 22nd, 27th) and Nguyet Ky days (5th, 14th, 23rd) to ensure a smooth and harmonious ritual.

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