When to Receive The God of Wealth in 2027 (接财神)

Published: 6 Oct 2026

The God of Wealth is one of the deities commonly worshipped by the Chinese. People believe that the God of Wealth shall bestow great fortune on those who worship sincerely.

 

Activate the God of Wealth!

 

The God of Wealth will arrive on the 1st day of the 1st Lunar Month (6th Feb 2027) from the West (270°). The best time for reception is at 2340 hrs on 5th Feb 2027. 

You may receive the God of Wealth using your mobile phone and the God of Wealth (Gold Foil) Phone Sticker this year!

Prepare the God of Wealth (Gold Foil) Phone Sticker and have it ready in hand. Download the God of Wealth image here and set it as your phone wallpaper.

On 5 February 2027 at 2340 hrs, position your mobile phone and the sticker facing West (270°) in your living room, and offer your respects to the God of Wealth, then stick the sticker onto your phone.

However, if the West position is blocked by a wall, you will have to head downstairs to receive the God of Wealth.

People born under the Dragon or Dog zodiac signs conflict with the day of the God of Wealth’s arrival and are therefore not recommended to participate in the ceremony. But don’t worry! Whether you’re a Dragon, a Dog or simply missed the date on 5th Feb, you can still activate the God of Wealth on another auspicious day. Just click on your zodiac sign below and check your auspicious dates and times.

Other auspicious dates to activate the God of Wealth:

Rat / Ox / Tiger / Rabbit / Dragon / Snake / Horse / Goat / Monkey / Rooster / Dog / Pig

The offerings are the same as the traditional method, so read on for the full list. Before the ceremony, take a bath and wipe the altar table clean with water to show your respect and sincerity.

 

Offerings for The Reception of the God of Wealth

 

Prepare the offerings for the reception of the God of Wealth. These include: 3 types of sweet cakes (Nian Gao [年糕], Jin He [进合] and Fa Gao [发糕]), 6 types of fruits (bananas, oranges, pears, grapes, pineapple and peach), 6 vegetarian dishes (based on personal preference), 5 cups of Chinese tea and 5 cups of white rice wine.

You should also get ready 1 set of God of Wealth incense papers and his portrait. These are generally available at the incense shops.

 

 

What You Need to Know about The Reception of The God of Wealth in A Traditional Way

 

  • The God of Wealth incense papers are available at all incense shops. The portrait of the God of Wealth should be pasted at an appropriate position and not on the bathroom door, near garbage bins or on female apparel. 
  • Ideal areas for reception are outside the main door or at the balcony. It can also be done in the house, but all clothing must be kept beforehand.
  • Long joss sticks are preferred. After prayers, joss sticks must be placed within the incense urn in the house. If there is none, they should be left to burn in the living room.
  • Worshippers must take a bath beforehand to show sincerity. The altar table should be cleaned with water and wiped dry. The table should be situated 1, 2, 3, 8 or 9 feet away from the main door, but there is no restriction if the ritual is performed at the balcony (windows must be opened) or in the HDB corridor. It should preferably face an open space.
  • It is best to present the “God of Wealth Wish Card” with your name, age, address and wish written on it when you offer your respects to the God of Wealth. Write “丁未年值年财神恩赐” on the top right-hand corner of the card and “治子” or “信女” followed by your name on the bottom left-hand corner. This card should be burnt together with incense papers, which is best done outside your house.
  • After reception, you must walk backwards upon entering the house. While you proceed to paste the portrait of the God of Wealth, it is best to take 3 or 8 steps. Other options include 13, 23, 33 or 18, 28 or 38 steps.
  • Regardless of whether there are other deities in the residence, last year’s God of Wealth portrait should be burnt together with some incense papers before the reception.

 

Time and Ceremony for The Reception of The God of Wealth in A Traditional Way

 

  • 2300 hrs: Have a bath to cleanse yourself.
  • 2315 hrs: Pay respects to the deities that you worship in the house and the God of Heaven [天公] (if applicable).
  • 2330 hrs: Arrange the items needed for worshipping.
  • 2340 hrs: Make a wish and seek blessings with joss sticks. All family members may do so except those whose zodiac signs are in conflict.
  • 0015 hrs: Display the portrait of the God of Wealth at the instructed position. Place the joss sticks in the incense urn at home. If there are none, leave them to burn in the living room.
  • 0040 hrs: Burn the incense papers in a container in front of the main entrance.

 

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