Chinese fortune poems, one page each
The 60 Jiazi Fortune Poems
Jiazi Fortune Poem No. 29: Confucius Slips Through Song and Chen
Jiazi Fortune Poem No. 29 is the Wushen poem of the 60-year cycle, and its story is “Confucius Slips Through Song and Chen”. In plain words: When luck is stuck, keep a low profile, ease your heart, and stand firm. Spring is still on its way; it's just waiting its turn.
Original Chinese
What it says about…
- Overall luck
- Not smooth, with some trouble, but nothing frightening. Hang in there for the first half of the year; the second half is easier.
- Love
- If it's new, take time to watch. If it's long-term and bumpy, being a mess together still counts as company.
- Business
- Hold steady and delay new investments. If you just opened, give it a year or so.
- Work
- The key word is 'as before.' Stay where you are; the old job is steadier.
- Buying a home
- Not recommended. Set it aside, or go again with family if you can't let go.
- Health
- Body and mood are tied together. Ease your mind and your body follows. See a doctor if you're unwell.
- Exams
- A tough one. Your time to shine hasn't come yet. Keep studying the way you have been.
- Legal disputes
- There's some trouble. If you're misunderstood, organize your evidence and your side of the story. Settle if you can.
- Family
- Hold steady and the frost will pass. When things come up at home, everyone step back and talk.
The story behind it
Confucius Slips Through Song and Chen
Video
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Questions people ask
Is Jiazi Fortune Poem No. 29 a good fortune?
This set is not ranked from good to bad here. What matters is the reminder: When luck is stuck, keep a low profile, ease your heart, and stand firm. Spring is still on its way; it's just waiting its turn. The choice is yours.
What does Jiazi Fortune Poem No. 29 say about love?
If it's new, take time to watch. If it's long-term and bumpy, being a mess together still counts as company.
What does Jiazi Fortune Poem No. 29 say in English?
A pity, the bare tree has not yet met its spring. / For now, it rests and hides in the shade. / Keep calm, hold steady, and the frost will pass. / Then go on shaping your world as before.