The correct way to kowtow with incense.

The correct way to kowtow is to kowtow three times.

Pay attention to dress and manners when entering the temple. Wear simple and dignified clothes, don't wear fancy clothes, and don't expose too much skin. At the same time, we should pay attention to keep a quiet and modest mind, don't talk loudly and don't interfere with other believers. Prepare sacrifices, usually incense, flowers, fruits, etc. When you order incense, you should put it on, and gently worship Buddha or gods to show your respect. At the same time, be careful not to order too much incense. Too much smoke will affect other people and the environment of the temple.

When kowtowing, you should follow the fixed steps. Put your hands together and make a deep bow to the Buddha statue or this deity to show your sincere respect. Step forward with your right foot and hold a sacrifice in your right hand and make a deep bow to the Buddha statue or this deity. After the worship, you can kowtow, usually three times, to show your respect and prayer for the gods. In the whole process, keep a clean and cautious attitude, and don't have disrespectful or frivolous thoughts.

Precautions for kowtowing

Burn incense moderately, and don't waste incense sticks and other valuables. Before offering a table, you should slowly light incense sticks and pray to the gods. Don't pursue strong fragrance, don't order too much fragrance, don't burn incense rashly, and don't touch items such as sesame oil on your clothes.

When lighting incense in a temple, you must pay attention to the fire source, and don't let the flame burn to the ground outside the incense table or to nearby items. At the same time, turn the incense burner clockwise for three times to let the cigarettes spread naturally, and do not cut off the incense burner at will.