Commentary by Hank F. Miller Jr.
Among the traditional preparations for the ancestors\’ return are the cleaning of their tombstones and pathways from their graves to their homes,and the setting up of bom altars to welcome and entertain their ancestors spirits who are believed to have returned home.various offerings of vegetables, fruit,rice as well as Japanese sake and other drinks are offered.On the 13th, welcoming fires or candles are lit in front of houses to guide the souls home,Buddhist priests are usually always called to recite sutras.
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