During Singapore’s Hungry Ghost Festival, a month-long event in the Chinese 7th month, traditional taboos are strictly observed. The festival is marked by the belief that spirits roam freely after the gates of hell open. Residents leave food offerings and burn “hell money” to appease these wandering ghosts.
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It’s considered taboo to step on any of these offerings or ashes, with superstitions suggesting it could lead to illness or possession. To avoid disrespect, many people carefully navigate around these offerings. The festival’s practices, including joss stick fumes and hell-money burning, create a distinct, if sometimes challenging, atmosphere throughout the month.
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