Until I get a definite answer I call it the Chinese Dragon Serpent Festival
The ritual is in the belief that it will insure a good year ahead.
The beating of the sticks is to scare away cobras.
I can attest to that this ancient ritual is still effective today:
If you make plenty of noise, snakes tend to avoid confrontation.
Mostly kids, and plenty of adults gather at the temple nightly.
These ceremonies take a bit of practice and safety lessons.
It can really hurt if you don’t pay attention.
The nighty practice sessions are rewarded with a meal donated by temple parishioners.
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