Day 20 of 31 Days of Prayer for Viet Nam Idols and altars abound throughout the country of Vietnam. Small bowls filled with food and burning incense sit outside the entrance to most restaurants. Larger shrines with photos of deceased ancestors … [Read more...]
The Muong People
Day 19 of 31 Days of Prayer for Viet Nam The Muong are animistic, worshipping numerous spirits, including the spirits of their ancestors, local heroes, the village, and the land. Out of more than 1.6 million Muong people, only a small number are … [Read more...]
Suicide in the Countryside
Day 18 of 31 Days of Prayer for Viet Nam Lien* quietly rolls up the mat she slept on and steps over her husband and children who are still sleeping. It’s 4:30 am, and like every day, Lien must prepare a meal before she goes to the fields for work … [Read more...]
Spirits All Around
Day 17 of 31 Days of Prayer for Viet Nam Throughout Vietnam, the fear and worship of spirits grips the hearts of many. Mirrors or strips of cloth above doorways ward off evil spirits. Sacrifices and rituals invite the spirits of trees, houses, … [Read more...]
The Factory Worker
Day 16 of 31 Days of Prayer for Viet Nam For many people, living in large cities is a necessary inconvenience. Factory workers often live and work in large cities in Vietnam without their families, who stay behind in their villages. Workers … [Read more...]
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