Chinese fortune poems, one page each
The 60 Jiazi Fortune Poems
Jiazi Fortune Poem No. 16: Pan An Tops the Imperial Exam
Jiazi Fortune Poem No. 16 is the Bingwu poem of the 60-year cycle, and its story is “Pan An Tops the Imperial Exam”. In plain words: Hit the brakes when things are going your way, and save some strength for yourself. Watch what people do more than what they say.
Original Chinese
What it says about…
- Overall luck
- The better things go, the slower you should drive. Speak with care, and think twice before guaranteeing a loan.
- Love
- Keep your eyes open and watch actions, not words. Couples, make time to share what's on your mind.
- Business
- Hold off on investing and signing. Read every line and check every number.
- Work
- A new job may start well and get harder. Ask around before you switch.
- Buying a home
- Not this one. Be careful with ownership papers, and walk away if they aren't clear.
- Health
- Mind your stomach and gut. And talk to someone about worries you've kept inside.
- Exams
- You can pass. Afterward, stay humble and kind.
- Legal disputes
- Not favorable. Keep your evidence and talk first if you can.
- Family
- Everyone keeps things inside. Over a meal, take turns sharing what's bothering you.
The story behind it
Pan An Tops the Imperial Exam
Video
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Questions people ask
Is Jiazi Fortune Poem No. 16 a good fortune?
This set is not ranked from good to bad here. What matters is the reminder: Hit the brakes when things are going your way, and save some strength for yourself. Watch what people do more than what they say. The choice is yours.
What does Jiazi Fortune Poem No. 16 say about love?
Keep your eyes open and watch actions, not words. Couples, make time to share what's on your mind.
What does Jiazi Fortune Poem No. 16 say in English?
No need for offerings, no need for prayers. / You use up every scheme, and still it never ends. / This world cannot see what moves in the unseen one. / The law burns like a furnace, and none walk free.