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Mazu was born. Mazu was born on March 23rd, the first year of Stegosaurus in Song Taizu (AD 960), and ascended to heaven on September 9th, the fourth year of Yongxi in Song Taizong (AD 987). At present, March 23rd of the lunar calendar is regarded as Mazu's birthday, and September 9th is regarded as Mazu's ascension day for sacrifice.
Mazu's birthday is regarded as a "holy day" by the people. People offer sacrifices, perform programs and wander around, praying for good weather and prosperity. Every household should prepare offerings. Believers dressed up early in the morning, holding flower baskets arm in arm, bringing incense sticks, sweets and fruits into the palace.
What does Mazu mean?
Mazu is a belief in the sea god centered on the southeast coast of China, also known as Tian Fei, Tianhou, Tianmu and Tianmu. , is the common belief of shipbuilders, sailors, tourists, businessmen and fishermen. Mazu, formerly known as Molin, was born in Meizhou Island, Putian on March 23, 1960, and died on September 9, 1987, the fourth year of Yongxi.
At present, there are tens of thousands of Mazu Tempel believers in 45 countries and regions, and more than 300 million people believe in Mazu.
In 1980s, relevant UN agencies awarded Mazu the title of "Goddess of Peace". On September 30th, 2009, Mazu's belief in folk customs was officially listed as the intangible cultural heritage of mankind by UNESCO, becoming the first world heritage in China.