God
of Wealth and Gold Ingot
Chinese New Year or Lunar New Year is the most significant
festival for Chinese around the world. It marks the beginning
of spring, hence it is also known as the Spring Festival.
During this festive period, New Year Cake (Nian Gao) is in
the home of every Chinese. The main ingredients is glutinous
rice flour and it symbolizes cohesiveness. The rising effect
of the cake during baking symbolizes advancement thus Chinese
will desire to eat New Year Cake. Nian Gao in Chinese also
means improving year by year.
God of Wealth (Cai Sheng Ye) is very popular as he symbolizes
Fortune and Prosperity. Dressed in Dragon Robe, he is often
carrying Gold Ingot (wealth). Placing Status of the God of
Wealth facing the main door at home or behind where you sit
in the office will bring you both wealth and protection. |