Fire jumping ritual - Mysterious dance of Pa Then ethnic minority

  • Dancers jump over the burning coals with their bare feet without getting burned. VNA Photo: Quý Trung
    Dancers jump over the burning coals with their bare feet without getting burned. VNA Photo: Quý Trung
  • A dancer's hands and feet after jumping over the burning coals without any burn marks. VNA Photo: Quý Trung
    A dancer's hands and feet after jumping over the burning coals without any burn marks. VNA Photo: Quý Trung
  • Dancers jump over the burning coals with their bare feet without getting burned. VNA Photo: Quý Trung
    Dancers jump over the burning coals with their bare feet without getting burned. VNA Photo: Quý Trung
  • Dancers jump over the burning coals with their bare feet without getting burned. VNA Photo: Quý Trung
    Dancers jump over the burning coals with their bare feet without getting burned. VNA Photo: Quý Trung
  • The dancers after joining the rituals performed by shaman, will use their bare hands to put out burning coals without flinching. VNA Photo: Quý Trung
    The dancers after joining the rituals performed by shaman, will use their bare hands to put out burning coals without flinching. VNA Photo: Quý Trung
The Pa Then ethnic group is an indigenous ethnic group in Vietnam. They have a rich cultural heritage that includes various rituals and ceremonies, one of which is the fire jumping ritual. The fire jumping ritual of the Pa Then people is a significant event that holds both religious and cultural importance. It is usually performed during important occasions such as festivals, weddings, or funerals. The ritual is believed to bring good luck, ward off evil spirits, and cleanse the body and soul. During the fire jumping ritual, a large bonfire is prepared in an open space. The fire is built using wood and other combustible materials. The participants, often young men, gather around the fire wearing traditional attire which may include colourful costumes, headdresses, and accessories. VNA Photo: Quý Trung

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