Is March 23rd Mazu's birthday?

March 23rd of the lunar calendar is Mazu's birthday.

Mazu is a belief in the sea god centered on the southeast coast of China, also known as Tian Fei, Tianhou, Tiannv and Tianmu. , is the common belief of boatmen, sailors, travelers, businessmen and fishermen in past dynasties.

Mazu, formerly known as Molin, was born in Meizhou Island, Putian on March 23rd, Song and Yuan Dynasties (960) and died on September 9th, 987, the 4th year of Yongxi.

In 1980s, relevant UN agencies awarded Mazu the title of "Goddess of Peace". On September 30th, 2009, Mazu's belief in folk customs was officially listed in the list of intangible cultural heritage of mankind by UNESCO, becoming the first world heritage of belief in folk customs in China.

Mazu is a folk belief circulating in the coastal areas of China. Mazu culture originated in Song Dynasty, became in Yuan Dynasty, flourished in Ming Dynasty, flourished in Qing Dynasty and flourished in modern times. Before going out to sea, people should first offer sacrifices to Mazu, pray for the blessing of a safe and pleasant journey, and set up Mazu statue shrine on board. Mazu is a spiritual symbol and female representative who combines traditional virtues such as selflessness, kindness, kindness and courage.