Chinese fortune poems, one page each
The 60 Jiazi Fortune Poems
Jiazi Fortune Poem No. 13: The Last Battles of General Li Guang and His Son
Jiazi Fortune Poem No. 13 is the Bingzi poem of the 60-year cycle, and its story is “The Last Battles of General Li Guang and His Son”. In plain words: When you're stuck, pull back and wait for the tide to lift the boat. Falling just short doesn't mean you're not good enough.
Original Chinese
What it says about…
- Overall luck
- You're passing through a hard gate. Don't force big moves. Some say it loosens after the sixth lunar month.
- Love
- Like rowing upstream, it takes two. If only one is rowing, stop and talk.
- Business
- Short-term deals work. Sell what you have, and hold off on big long-term bets.
- Work
- You may be put somewhere you don't like. It's okay to talk it out with someone you trust.
- Buying a home
- Set this one aside. If you love it, look again with family and a professional.
- Health
- Stop pushing through. Rest when you're tired, and see a doctor if you feel unwell.
- Exams
- You may pass, but the school or result may not be what you expected.
- Legal disputes
- Better not to push it, as it only gets harder. Talk first and keep your evidence.
- Family
- Things improve after midyear. If someone at home feels wronged, help them cool down first.
The story behind it
The Last Battles of General Li Guang and His Son
Video
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Questions people ask
Is Jiazi Fortune Poem No. 13 a good fortune?
This set is not ranked from good to bad here. What matters is the reminder: When you're stuck, pull back and wait for the tide to lift the boat. Falling just short doesn't mean you're not good enough. The choice is yours.
What does Jiazi Fortune Poem No. 13 say about love?
Like rowing upstream, it takes two. If only one is rowing, stop and talk.
What does Jiazi Fortune Poem No. 13 say in English?
Your fate has reached the gate of the Luo and Bei stars. / You try every way, and still find no rest. / Even prayers and good deeds can't carry you through. / Like a boat pushed upstream onto the high shoals.