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Cao Dai sect celebrates 100th founding anniversary

Over the years, Cao Dai followers and dignitaries at the Nam Thanh oratory have carried out religious practices in line with the Constitution and laws, while preserving the fine cultural traditions of this indigenous Vietnamese faith.

Nguyen Huu Nhon, head of the Management Board of the Nam Thanh oratory performs the incense offering ritual. (Photo: VNA)
Nguyen Huu Nhon, head of the Management Board of the Nam Thanh oratory performs the incense offering ritual. (Photo: VNA)

HCM City, (VNA) – The 100th founding anniversary of the Cao Dai religion was marked in Ho Chi Minh City on October 14.

Nguyen Huu Nhon, head of the Management Board of the Nam Thanh oratory, reviewed the development and contributions of Cao Dai, noting that the Nam Thanh oratory, formerly known as the Cau Kho oratory, is recognised as the birthplace of the religion.

Over the years, Cao Dai followers and dignitaries at the Nam Thanh oratory have carried out religious practices in line with the Constitution and laws, while preserving the fine cultural traditions of this indigenous Vietnamese faith.

Over the past five decades, the Management Board of the Nam Thanh oratory has guided and encouraged followers to promote unity, mutual support, and active engagement in patriotic movements, contributing to strengthening national solidarity and the development of the city.

Cao Dai followers have also been actively involved in social welfare and charitable work, providing free medical check-ups and treatment for persons with disabilities and the elderly, donating essential goods to disadvantaged people, and offering gifts and scholarships to underprivileged students./.

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