Chinese fortune poems, one page each
Guanyin, the Goddess of Mercy
Guanyin Fortune Poem No. 87: Cheng Yaojin Explores the Underground Cave; Cao Cao Loses His Way on the Winding Trail
Guanyin Fortune Poem No. 87 is rated Fair Fortune, and its story is “Cheng Yaojin Explores the Underground Cave; Cao Cao Loses His Way on the Winding Trail”. In plain words: When you're stuck halfway, you don't have to go up or down. You can stop and wait. Look up, and someone will come to help.
Original Chinese
What it says about…
- Love
- When you're both tired, each of you take a breath first. No need to talk about big things after dark.
- Career
- It's normal if this feels harder for you than for others. Stopping when you're stuck is a way of moving too.
- Money
- You can earn the money, but it takes a lot out of you, like panning for gold. Rest when you're tired.
- Health
- See a doctor sooner rather than later. If you have doubts, get a second opinion.
- Family
- Pray for your family. The people who gather wood with you and share their porridge are your helpers.
The story behind it
Cheng Yaojin Explores the Underground Cave; Cao Cao Loses His Way on the Winding Trail
Video
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Questions people ask
Is Guanyin Fortune Poem No. 87 a good fortune?
It is rated Fair Fortune. When you're stuck halfway, you don't have to go up or down. You can stop and wait. Look up, and someone will come to help. A fortune poem is a reminder, not an order. The choice is yours.
What does Guanyin Fortune Poem No. 87 say about love?
When you're both tired, each of you take a breath first. No need to talk about big things after dark.
What does Guanyin Fortune Poem No. 87 say in English?
Halfway up the ridge, the sun sinks behind the hills. / The rocks are sharp and steep, too hard to climb. / Look up, and ask heaven to watch over you; / you're still out here, between earth and sky.