Chinese fortune poems, one page each
The 60 Jiazi Fortune Poems
Jiazi Fortune Poem No. 21: Guanyin Tames the Great Roc
Jiazi Fortune Poem No. 21 is the Dingsi poem of the 60-year cycle, and its story is “Guanyin Tames the Great Roc”. In plain words: Steady your heart, and if it's too heavy for one, share the load. Listen to people who drop you a word of advice; help is coming to your door.
Original Chinese
What it says about…
- Overall luck
- You're watched over. When you feel anxious, a quiet temple visit can help. Settle your mind and things fall into place.
- Love
- Help comes to your home. Singles, let friends introduce you. Couples who fight a lot can ask a trusted elder to help.
- Business
- Daytime business does better. If you work at night, keep the lights bright. Thank anyone who sends customers your way.
- Work
- Good. Someone will give you a hand. If you're truly tired, take a day off.
- Buying a home
- Worth considering. Have a professional check the papers and the condition.
- Health
- Get some sun and take walks. If surgery is planned, talk it through with your doctor.
- Exams
- Good chances. A temple visit can calm you, but you still have to study.
- Legal disputes
- Good odds with the right help. Choose a real professional over a smooth talker.
- Family
- Tempers run high at home. Everyone step back, make some tea, and talk slowly.
The story behind it
Guanyin Tames the Great Roc
Video
A video for this poem is on the way. Meanwhile, visit The Sleepy Immortal on YouTube.
Questions people ask
Is Jiazi Fortune Poem No. 21 a good fortune?
This set is not ranked from good to bad here. What matters is the reminder: Steady your heart, and if it's too heavy for one, share the load. Listen to people who drop you a word of advice; help is coming to your door. The choice is yours.
What does Jiazi Fortune Poem No. 21 say about love?
Help comes to your home. Singles, let friends introduce you. Couples who fight a lot can ask a trusted elder to help.
What does Jiazi Fortune Poem No. 21 say in English?
In all ten directions, the Buddha's teaching answers true. / Great hardship and trouble will pass you by. / The red sun stands high and shines on and on. / And a kind helper will come into your home.