The god of wealth is the most widely worshipped god in China, and according to folk legend, the fifth day of the first lunar month is the god's birthday. Therefore, after the setting off of firecrackers and fireworks on New Year's Day (the first day of the first lunar month), the next important activity is to worship the god of wealth on the eve of his birthday when feasts are laid out in every household to celebrate his birthday.

There are gods of wealth with different names, such as "the orthodox god of wealth," "the five heterodox gods of wealth," "the civil god of wealth" and "the military god of wealth."

The civil god of wealth, with a white face and long hair, holds a treasure pot in his hand, which led to the saying of "bringing in treasure and money". During the Spring Festival, his portrait can be found hanging in the main hall of nearly every Chinese household, symbolizing people's wish for fortune and blessing.

The military god of wealth refers to a historical figure-Guan Yu, a man of honor and personal loyalty who was mostly worshipped by businesspeople.

Author: Jessie