| About Laba Festival (Congee Festival) |
| Laba festival is observed on 8th day of 12th lunar month. It is also known as Congee festival. “La" is the name given to the 12th month and 8 is pronounced as "ba," which translated is "Laba.". Laba has become a day of recognition when Sakyamuni became a Buddha. He is the founder of Buddhism religion. Traditionally it is a day for celebrating harvest so people eat Laba congee made of mixed grains, beans, meat and fruits. The two most important traditions associated with Laba Festival are eating Laba porridge, and praying for peace and good health in the coming year. The custom of eating Laba porridge is not only an expression of respect for Buddha and the ancestral spirits. This festival is recorded that Laba Festival is originated from the ancient Chinese la ceremony. They would usually hold a grand ceremony to celebrate the harvest which was called a "la Ceremony." On this day people eat Laba porridge and enjoy the food with their family members and shared their food with other families to show their good whished. |
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