Chinese fortune poems, one page each
The 60 Jiazi Fortune Poems
Jiazi Fortune Poem No. 47: Song Wenju Tops the Exam, and Yuzhen Sets Out
Jiazi Fortune Poem No. 47 is the Xinyou poem of the 60-year cycle, and its story is “Song Wenju Tops the Exam, and Yuzhen Sets Out”. In plain words: When trouble comes, look at what you have; what you need is often already with you. Most of it comes from people, and it will pass.
Original Chinese
What it says about…
- Overall luck
- You may hit some trouble, mostly from people. If someone stirs things up on both sides, just let it pass.
- Love
- Outside voices may get between you. Set rumors aside and ask each other directly.
- Business
- If you're just starting, someone may cause trouble around midyear. Keep contracts and books in order; it can be sorted out.
- Work
- Watch out for troublemakers. If someone hands you a role that doesn't fit, it's okay to say no.
- Buying a home
- Watch for unclear ownership or difficult neighbors. Check first, and move on if it isn't clear.
- Health
- There may be small issues, but there's a way through. Take it step by step with regular checkups.
- Exams
- Good chances. Double-check your application and exam ticket.
- Legal disputes
- There may be trouble. Try to settle, and ask yourself what you really want.
- Family
- Trouble at home is mostly about people. You don't have to settle who's right at once. Eat together and talk slowly.
The story behind it
Song Wenju Tops the Exam, and Yuzhen Sets Out
Video
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Questions people ask
Is Jiazi Fortune Poem No. 47 a good fortune?
This set is not ranked from good to bad here. What matters is the reminder: When trouble comes, look at what you have; what you need is often already with you. Most of it comes from people, and it will pass. The choice is yours.
What does Jiazi Fortune Poem No. 47 say about love?
Outside voices may get between you. Set rumors aside and ask each other directly.
What does Jiazi Fortune Poem No. 47 say in English?
Why go searching for signs from the gods? / What helps you is already within you. / For now, wait for the middle of the month, / and trouble will slip away into calm.