Chinese fortune poems, one page each
Guanyin, the Goddess of Mercy
Guanyin Fortune Poem No. 19: Guo Ziyi Is Made a Prince; Yang Xiong Serves Wang Mang's New Dynasty
Guanyin Fortune Poem No. 19 is rated Fair Fortune, and its story is “Guo Ziyi Is Made a Prince; Yang Xiong Serves Wang Mang's New Dynasty”. In plain words: The waves are high right now, so don't rush to set out. Wait for the wind and water to calm down, and you'll reach the shore safely.
Original Chinese
The story behind it
Guo Ziyi Is Made a Prince; Yang Xiong Serves Wang Mang's New Dynasty
Video
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Questions people ask
Is Guanyin Fortune Poem No. 19 a good fortune?
It is rated Fair Fortune. The waves are high right now, so don't rush to set out. Wait for the wind and water to calm down, and you'll reach the shore safely. A fortune poem is a reminder, not an order. The choice is yours.
What does Guanyin Fortune Poem No. 19 say in English?
You push your boat out where the rapids run fast, / but the wild wind whips the waves. What now? / Wait until the waves are calm and the wind is still, / then sail home steady, with your cargo safe.