Hoa Thanh: The Cao Dai Tay Ninh Church (Caodaism) held a grand ritual dedicated to its Duc Chi Ton (Supreme Being or Great Father) in Hoa Thanh district of the southern province of Tay Ninh on February 5. The ritual, held annually on the eighth day of the first lunar month, is one of the two biggest religious services of the year for followers of the Cao Dai Church.
According to Vietnam News Agency, founded in 1926 in Tay Ninh province, Cao Dai is one of the major religions in Vietnam. The religion currently has over 2.5 million followers, 10,000 dignitaries, and 1,000 places of worship. The annual ritual is a significant event for the community and reflects the core beliefs and practices of the Cao Dai faith.