2017
Merged Energies in an Evening of Expectation
The eve of the Nine Emperor Gods Festival in Ampang is always one of great expectations. Before the sun sets, the dragons and lions dance before the altar in a frenzied performance of respect. In that ritual, the sacred space…
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Being Reminded in the Beginning
There is an interesting energy on the eve of the Nine Emperor Gods Festival. For me it is a day of looking back and of looking forward, of seeking to remember what lies ahead. It always feels a little empty…
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Sacred Space and Energy on Hong Kong St
Hong Kong St Tow Bow Keong is a gathering place. It is the heart of the Nine Emperor Gods Festival in Penang, respected, honest, dedicated. Here I see a convergence of energies, criss-crossing lines, colours merging. During the rituals, the…
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The Huki and The One
In Georgetown, the other evening, I witnessed a ritual at Tiong Sim Thnuah on Hong Kong Street. They worship the nine emperors as ONE, and present a beautiful, intricately-carved statue of that deity that they refer to as “a kind…
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2017 Dates for Festival
The Nine Emperor Gods Festival is always held during the first nine days of the Ninth Chinese Lunar Month. In 2017, that’s October 20th to 28th. The schedule of events varies for each of the temples so if you are…
Read MoreLet’s Get Started by Looking Back
We are only 10 days away from the start of another amazing festival. A quick review of last year’s photos gets me beyond psyched up for what lies ahead! So here are 9 to bring us closer to the Ninth…
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