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Guanyin, the Goddess of Mercy

Guanyin Fortune Poem No. 33: Cheng Yaojin Recruits Xue Rengui; Bao Shuya Recommends Guan Zhong

Guanyin Fortune Poem No. 33 is rated Fair Fortune, and its story is “Cheng Yaojin Recruits Xue Rengui; Bao Shuya Recommends Guan Zhong”. In plain words: What you're looking for may already be in your hands, so don't search outside. When someone who gets you offers a pointer, your heart will clear.

Fair Fortune
Fine jade lies hidden in the heart of the stone.Once it's pointed out, why search anywhere else?Wait for a wise one to open it up,like a blessed rain that washes worry from your heart.

Original Chinese

石藏美玉在中心得指何須向外尋直待高人來剖析恰如靈雨滌煩襟

What it says about…

Love
The old notes say it comes together. Today, tell your partner one thing you like about them.
Career
Nothing's moving right now, but what you have is still with you. Nothing's lost.
Money
Hold on and wait. Deals will be slow.
Health
The old notes say you'll find a good doctor. If one can't find the cause, ask another.
Family
A good time to pray for your family's peace and safety.

The story behind it

Cheng Yaojin Recruits Xue Rengui; Bao Shuya Recommends Guan Zhong

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Questions people ask

Is Guanyin Fortune Poem No. 33 a good fortune?

It is rated Fair Fortune. What you're looking for may already be in your hands, so don't search outside. When someone who gets you offers a pointer, your heart will clear. A fortune poem is a reminder, not an order. The choice is yours.

What does Guanyin Fortune Poem No. 33 say about love?

The old notes say it comes together. Today, tell your partner one thing you like about them.

What does Guanyin Fortune Poem No. 33 say in English?

Fine jade lies hidden in the heart of the stone. / Once it's pointed out, why search anywhere else? / Wait for a wise one to open it up, / like a blessed rain that washes worry from your heart.

Different temples may use slightly different versions.

A fortune poem is a reminder, not an order. The choice is yours.

Chinese poem font: Wang Han-zong Li Shu (GPL v2), with a few added glyphs