Chinese fortune poems, one page each
The 100 Thunder-and-Rain Fortune Poems
Thunder-and-Rain Fortune Poem No. 56: The Scheming Minister Wang; Zhang Gang Buries His Carriage Wheels
Thunder-and-Rain Fortune Poem No. 56 is rated Great Misfortune, and its story is “The Scheming Minister Wang; Zhang Gang Buries His Carriage Wheels”. In plain words: If you're in the wrong, don't double down, and keep away from people who twist the truth. The mirror will show things clearly in time, so save your energy for the people who care about you.
Original Chinese
What it says about…
- Love
- Take time to really get to know each other. If something's wrong, talk it out. Small secrets kept too long turn into big ones.
- Career
- Keep an ear out for office whispers, and keep a record of your work. Time will speak for you.
- Money
- Stay away from money that comes from somewhere unclear, or that asks you to help cover something up.
- Health
- When your heart is carrying something heavy, your body gets tired too. If you feel unwell, see a doctor.
- Family
- Say what you mean. Less guessing means less fighting.
The story behind it
The Scheming Minister Wang; Zhang Gang Buries His Carriage Wheels
Video
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Questions people ask
Is Thunder-and-Rain Fortune Poem No. 56 a good fortune?
It is rated Great Misfortune. If you're in the wrong, don't double down, and keep away from people who twist the truth. The mirror will show things clearly in time, so save your energy for the people who care about you. A fortune poem is a reminder, not an order. The choice is yours.
What does Thunder-and-Rain Fortune Poem No. 56 say about love?
Take time to really get to know each other. If something's wrong, talk it out. Small secrets kept too long turn into big ones.
What does Thunder-and-Rain Fortune Poem No. 56 say in English?
Wrong at heart, you cover it with bold and stubborn words; / you set out to fool the court, and walk a crooked road. / One day your true face meets the mirror of the moon; / caught in the net of the law, it is too late to sigh.