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Guanyin, the Goddess of Mercy

Guanyin Fortune Poem No. 44: Jiang Wei and Deng Ai Match Battle Formations; Zhou Yu Defeats Cao Cao at Red Cliffs

Guanyin Fortune Poem No. 44 is rated Fair Fortune, and its story is “Jiang Wei and Deng Ai Match Battle Formations; Zhou Yu Defeats Cao Cao at Red Cliffs”. In plain words: When you meet a strong rival, don't panic, and don't rush either. Read the board clearly first, then make your first move.

Fair Fortune
Meeting your match at the board, keep your plans hidden.Black and white still stand, and nothing is decided.If you want to know who wins in the end,make your first move when the moment is right.

Original Chinese

棋逢對手要藏機黑白盤中未決時到底欲知誰勝負須教先著相機宜

What it says about…

Love
Love isn't a battle. If you two are in a tug-of-war, there's no need to pick a winner yet.
Career
Things are steady. When you meet a strong rival, look carefully before you move.
Money
Money matters go smoothly. In deals, read the other side's terms first, and keep your bottom line to yourself.
Health
Get the checkups you need. Your doctor is your best strategist.
Family
The old notes say it's very favorable. Things at home go well.

The story behind it

Jiang Wei and Deng Ai Match Battle Formations; Zhou Yu Defeats Cao Cao at Red Cliffs

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Questions people ask

Is Guanyin Fortune Poem No. 44 a good fortune?

It is rated Fair Fortune. When you meet a strong rival, don't panic, and don't rush either. Read the board clearly first, then make your first move. A fortune poem is a reminder, not an order. The choice is yours.

What does Guanyin Fortune Poem No. 44 say about love?

Love isn't a battle. If you two are in a tug-of-war, there's no need to pick a winner yet.

What does Guanyin Fortune Poem No. 44 say in English?

Meeting your match at the board, keep your plans hidden. / Black and white still stand, and nothing is decided. / If you want to know who wins in the end, / make your first move when the moment is right.

Different temples may use slightly different versions.

A fortune poem is a reminder, not an order. The choice is yours.

Chinese poem font: Wang Han-zong Li Shu (GPL v2), with a few added glyphs