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The 60 Jiazi Fortune Poems

Jiazi Fortune Poem No. 59: Guan Zhong Meets His Friend Bao Shuya

Jiazi Fortune Poem No. 59 is the Guiyou poem of the 60-year cycle, and its story is “Guan Zhong Meets His Friend Bao Shuya”. In plain words: You can start the good thing you want to do now. Look around; a helper may already be by your side, and what's meant to come will come.

Guiyou
If you mean to do good, don't hesitate.Seek your name now; the time is clear and right.This matter will surely come together.Wealth will follow you gladly, all on its own.

Original Chinese

有心作福莫遲疑求名清吉正當時此事必能成會合財寶自然喜相隨

What it says about…

Overall luck
Pretty good, with a clear mind. Do the good you've been planning now.
Love
You have help nearby, but say your feelings yourself. Let it unfold naturally.
Business
Find a helper. Going somewhere new? Find a guide first.
Work
No need to leave. Someone there believes in you.
Buying a home
You can buy; all four lines are kind. Bring a friend who knows the market.
Health
Your best helper is your doctor. See one when unwell, and keep up checkups.
Exams
Very good; now is the time. Rest when you're tired.
Legal disputes
With a good lawyer who cares, you can win. Help is on your side.
Family
Very good, and money is fine. If budgeting isn't your thing, ask someone good with numbers.

The story behind it

Guan Zhong Meets His Friend Bao Shuya

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Questions people ask

Is Jiazi Fortune Poem No. 59 a good fortune?

This set is not ranked from good to bad here. What matters is the reminder: You can start the good thing you want to do now. Look around; a helper may already be by your side, and what's meant to come will come. The choice is yours.

What does Jiazi Fortune Poem No. 59 say about love?

You have help nearby, but say your feelings yourself. Let it unfold naturally.

What does Jiazi Fortune Poem No. 59 say in English?

If you mean to do good, don't hesitate. / Seek your name now; the time is clear and right. / This matter will surely come together. / Wealth will follow you gladly, all on its own.

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