Chinese fortune poems, one page each
Guanyin, the Goddess of Mercy
Guanyin Fortune Poem No. 10: Pang Juan Studies the Battle Formation
Guanyin Fortune Poem No. 10 is rated Fair Fortune, and its story is “Pang Juan Studies the Battle Formation”. In plain words: The treasure is right beside you, so there's no need to keep searching. Instead of carrying a lamp to look for fire, sit still and look at what's in your hands.
Original Chinese
The story behind it
Pang Juan Studies the Battle Formation
Video
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Questions people ask
Is Guanyin Fortune Poem No. 10 a good fortune?
It is rated Fair Fortune. The treasure is right beside you, so there's no need to keep searching. Instead of carrying a lamp to look for fire, sit still and look at what's in your hands. A fortune poem is a reminder, not an order. The choice is yours.
What does Guanyin Fortune Poem No. 10 say in English?
A priceless treasure lies inside your own box, / yet you keep searching in faraway places. / It's like carrying a lamp to look for fire. / Better to be still and spare your heart the trouble.