Chinese fortune poems, one page each
Mazu's Fortune Poems
Mazu Fortune Poem No. 72: Poverty and illness weigh twice as heavy on you.
Mazu Fortune Poem No. 72 is paired with the Gou · Coming to Meet hexagram. In plain words: When things are really hard, stop for a while and close the door. Take care of yourself, and quietly let the season pass.
Original Chinese
What it says about…
- Love
- If you're talking about marriage, set it aside for now. Stop a hard talk halfway, and pick it up again once you've both had some sleep.
- Career
- This time, take a step back and rest your body and mind.
- Money
- Money is hard to come by right now. Hold on to what you have.
- Health
- Your body needs real care. Work closely with your doctor, and let your family stay close.
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Questions people ask
Is Mazu Fortune Poem No. 72 a good fortune?
This set is not ranked from good to bad here. What matters is the reminder: When things are really hard, stop for a while and close the door. Take care of yourself, and quietly let the season pass. The choice is yours.
What does Mazu Fortune Poem No. 72 say about love?
If you're talking about marriage, set it aside for now. Stop a hard talk halfway, and pick it up again once you've both had some sleep.
What does Mazu Fortune Poem No. 72 say in English?
Poverty and illness weigh twice as heavy on you. / Losses and legal trouble all land on you at once. / Draw this stick, and now is not the time for anything. / Close the gate, sit quietly, and greet the seasons as they pass.