Mazu Kau Chim
Mazu Kau Chim Sign 3
Sign 3 of 100
The verse
前生結下好姻緣今日相逢赤線牽多福多男並多壽一門嘉慶此為先
In English
A good affinity was formed in a former life.Today you meet, drawn together by the red thread.Many blessings, many sons, and long life arrive together.This is the beginning of celebration for the whole household.
Textual notes
赤 is also written as 亦.
The twelve aspects
A temple slip does not give one answer. The same four lines are read differently depending on what you came to ask about, and these are the twelve readings traditionally set down for this sign.
- Career and Recognition
- Wealth and rank arrive by themselves, honoring ancestors and family.
- Business
- Trade flourishes; management has the right method.
- Pregnancy and Children
- Twin noble children; blessing and longevity are complete.
- Health
- Outer harmful influences are cleared; recovery can come at once.
- Marriage
- A good match is heaven-sent, like fish finding water.
- Travel
- All directions are favorable, and a great benefactor is met.
- Household
- The whole family is healthy and peaceful; joy fills the gate.
- Wealth
- Sources of wealth come to the door; great success is gained.
- Current Fortune
- The family enterprise can be completed; the road of profit is smooth.
- Lost Item
- With careful effort, it will finally be obtained.
- Farming
- Granaries are full; dogs and pigs are abundant.
- Legal Matters
- A benefactor will surely be met, and matters can follow your wish.