Chinese fortune poems, one page each
The 60 Jiazi Fortune Poems
Jiazi Fortune Poem No. 4: Li Bai Becomes an Immortal
Jiazi Fortune Poem No. 4 is the Jiawu poem of the 60-year cycle, and its story is “Li Bai Becomes an Immortal”. In plain words: Calm water and easy days, and autumn is your best season. Relax, and blessings and a steady income will come home.
Original Chinese
What it says about…
- Overall luck
- A peaceful sign, best in autumn. Near water, wear a life jacket and follow the signs.
- Love
- Honesty matters most. Spring and summer may bring friction, but you'll find your rhythm.
- Business
- Timing matters. If drawn in summer, wait until autumn for big investments.
- Work
- Steady, with no big waves. A place where you feel at ease beats a high seat.
- Buying a home
- Autumn or winter, go and look. Spring or summer, wait a season and compare.
- Health
- Worry less and your body relaxes too. Drink in moderation, and see a doctor if you feel unwell.
- Exams
- Autumn exams look good. In other seasons, study a little each day.
- Legal disputes
- Make peace if you can. Letting go frees you too.
- Family
- Is it a new problem or an old one? Put old grudges away and share a good meal.
The story behind it
Li Bai Becomes an Immortal
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. 4 a good fortune?
This set is not ranked from good to bad here. What matters is the reminder: Calm water and easy days, and autumn is your best season. Relax, and blessings and a steady income will come home. The choice is yours.
What does Jiazi Fortune Poem No. 4 say about love?
Honesty matters most. Spring and summer may bring friction, but you'll find your rhythm.
What does Jiazi Fortune Poem No. 4 say in English?
The wind is soft, the waves are still; the boat can sail. / And there above, the full moon of mid-autumn. / In all things, there is no need to worry. / Blessings and good fortune will come to your door.