Chinese fortune poems, one page each
Guanyin, the Goddess of Mercy
Guanyin Fortune Poem No. 70: Li Mi Rebels Against the Tang; Zhuge Jin Proposes a Marriage to Guan Yu
Guanyin Fortune Poem No. 70 is rated Bad Fortune, and its story is “Li Mi Rebels Against the Tang; Zhuge Jin Proposes a Marriage to Guan Yu”. In plain words: Like a bee flying back and forth all day, you're worn out. Stop and be still for a while. You'll get more from that than from rushing around.
Original Chinese
What it says about…
- Love
- When you're both busy, hearts drift easily. Make time each day to sit down to a real meal together.
- Career
- You put in a lot, and less comes back, like rain that won't stop. Find somewhere dry and wait it out.
- Money
- Money slips away easily. Get every contract in writing, and take your time signing.
- Health
- Your body is telling you it's too tired. See a doctor if you feel unwell, and get more sleep.
- Family
- Arguments flare up easily at home. When voices rise, pause for a moment.
The story behind it
Li Mi Rebels Against the Tang; Zhuge Jin Proposes a Marriage to Guan Yu
Video
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Questions people ask
Is Guanyin Fortune Poem No. 70 a good fortune?
It is rated Bad Fortune. Like a bee flying back and forth all day, you're worn out. Stop and be still for a while. You'll get more from that than from rushing around. A fortune poem is a reminder, not an order. The choice is yours.
What does Guanyin Fortune Poem No. 70 say about love?
When you're both busy, hearts drift easily. Make time each day to sit down to a real meal together.
What does Guanyin Fortune Poem No. 70 say in English?
Day after day you toil, just like a bee, / flying west, then east, then west again. / Spring grows late, the flowers fade, and nothing sweet is left to find, / yet still you will not turn back to your old hive.