Chinese fortune poems, one page each
The 60 Jiazi Fortune Poems
Jiazi Fortune Poem No. 22: Han Xin Is Named Commander
Jiazi Fortune Poem No. 22 is the Dingwei poem of the 60-year cycle, and its story is “Han Xin Is Named Commander”. In plain words: Luck comes late, but it comes. Look after what you have and keep your heart at peace, and stay humble when it arrives.
Original Chinese
What it says about…
- Overall luck
- A slow-and-steady sign. Before Mid-Autumn, look after what you have; after that, luck starts to shine.
- Love
- Good, but take it slow. If you're swept off your feet, keep your friends and a little common sense close.
- Business
- Things will slowly improve. When they do, stay humble and thank the people around you.
- Work
- No rush to switch. Do your job well and wait for the moon to rise.
- Buying a home
- Good. Things will go smoothly once you move in. Look twice before you decide.
- Health
- Nothing worrying here. Follow your doctor's advice and keep up checkups.
- Exams
- You'll get there, just slowly. If this round doesn't work, prepare a bit longer.
- Legal disputes
- Not favorable, and the process will be draining. Talk first and keep your evidence.
- Family
- Smooth and steady. A home doesn't need to be big, just peaceful. If you argue, cool off first.
The story behind it
Han Xin Is Named Commander
Video
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Questions people ask
Is Jiazi Fortune Poem No. 22 a good fortune?
This set is not ranked from good to bad here. What matters is the reminder: Luck comes late, but it comes. Look after what you have and keep your heart at peace, and stay humble when it arrives. The choice is yours.
What does Jiazi Fortune Poem No. 22 say about love?
Good, but take it slow. If you're swept off your feet, keep your friends and a little common sense close.
What does Jiazi Fortune Poem No. 22 say in English?
Jiang Taigong built his fortune only at eighty. / The moon rises, and its light fills the four seas. / Great luck will find you in its own time. / Even in a thatched hut, all things go well.