Chinese fortune poems, one page each
Mazu's Fortune Poems
Mazu Fortune Poem No. 33: Sweet words and clever talk seem so warm.
Mazu Fortune Poem No. 33 is paired with the Ming Yi · Darkening of the Light hexagram. In plain words: If something seems too sweet, wait before you take a bite. Keep sweet talk, drinking, lust, and easy money at arm's length.
Original Chinese
What it says about…
- Love
- Talk things through slowly, and don't rush big decisions. If someone quickly suggests investing together, take a few more looks first.
- Career
- No need to push hard right now. Build a solid base first.
- Money
- Money goes out easily and is hard to get back. If someone offers you quick money, ask a few more questions first.
- Health
- Take extra care of your body right now. Drink less, sleep more, and see a doctor when you need to.
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Questions people ask
Is Mazu Fortune Poem No. 33 a good fortune?
This set is not ranked from good to bad here. What matters is the reminder: If something seems too sweet, wait before you take a bite. Keep sweet talk, drinking, lust, and easy money at arm's length. The choice is yours.
What does Mazu Fortune Poem No. 33 say about love?
Talk things through slowly, and don't rush big decisions. If someone quickly suggests investing together, take a few more looks first.
What does Mazu Fortune Poem No. 33 say in English?
Sweet words and clever talk seem so warm. / Step into that cage, and you can't get out. / Keep wine, lust, and money at a distance early. / Grasping always brings trouble you never asked for.