Chinese fortune poems, one page each
The 100 Thunder-and-Rain Fortune Poems
Thunder-and-Rain Fortune Poem No. 53: Liu Bei Marries Sun Quan's Sister
Thunder-and-Rain Fortune Poem No. 53 is rated Great Misfortune, and its story is “Liu Bei Marries Sun Quan's Sister”. In plain words: While you're living under someone else's roof, take good care of yourself. You've already met the person who'll help you, and they'll show up as summer turns to autumn.
Original Chinese
What it says about…
- Love
- It can work, but you're both strong-willed. Agree on each other's boundaries first.
- Career
- A new place will be harder at first. Learn the rules, and don't rush to prove yourself.
- Money
- Money will be held up for a while. It'll come, just slowly.
- Health
- See a doctor early if you feel unwell. A little prevention goes a long way.
The story behind it
Liu Bei Marries Sun Quan's Sister
Video
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Questions people ask
Is Thunder-and-Rain Fortune Poem No. 53 a good fortune?
It is rated Great Misfortune. While you're living under someone else's roof, take good care of yourself. You've already met the person who'll help you, and they'll show up as summer turns to autumn. A fortune poem is a reminder, not an order. The choice is yours.
What does Thunder-and-Rain Fortune Poem No. 53 say about love?
It can work, but you're both strong-willed. Agree on each other's boundaries first.
What does Thunder-and-Rain Fortune Poem No. 53 say in English?
The road is hard and steep, and full of strange turns; / a lone southern bird flies to a northern nest. / The helper you need, you have already met; / you'll meet again where summer turns to autumn.