《扶天廣聖如意靈籤》

First Omen (Supremely Auspicious):

This divination speaks of aligning with the Heavenly Dao (Tian Dao) and establishing virtuous conduct, much like the "Qian Hexagram" in the Book of Changes (Yijing) describes the four virtues of "yuan heng li zhen" (origination, prosperity, harmony, and perseverance). The noble person should emulate this spirit to establish proper norms.

Specific predictions: Clear weather brings bountiful harvests, burial sites enjoy excellent fengshui, livestock thrives, travelers return promptly, all plans proceed smoothly, financial pursuits yield great profit, marriages prove harmonious, legal matters resolve favorably, audiences with dignitaries succeed, journeys proceed without hindrance, construction projects meet with good fortune, illnesses recover swiftly, lost objects are recovered, expectant mothers deliver safely, thieves are apprehended, ritual offerings receive divine blessings, strange phenomena portend no harm, relocations prove auspicious, households enjoy peace, and official documents are processed successfully.

These auspicious signs manifest during days numbered 1, 5, or 7 (such as the 1st or 5th day of the lunar month), or during years of the Hai, Mao, or Wei zodiac signs (corresponding to the last, fourth, and eighth Earthly Branches), including their associated months, days, and hours. The favorable direction lies due east.

Second Omen (Moderately Balanced):

Using the natural phenomena of winter's frost yielding to spring's thaw as metaphor, this omen illustrates how adversity ultimately passes. Just as treading on frost heralds coming ice, so does extreme cold eventually yield to spring's warmth when vegetation sprouts anew.

Specific predictions: Rainy weather brings average harvests, burial sites show mixed fengshui blessings, livestock fortunes remain ordinary, travelers remain en route, plans achieve partial success, financial gains prove moderate, marriages require patience, legal disputes begin poorly but improve, audiences with dignitaries meet slight obstacles, journeys proceed adequately though haste proves unwise, construction projects require postponement, illnesses worsen initially but later improve, lost objects require time to recover, expectant mothers face initial dangers before safe delivery, apprehending thieves demands patience, ritual offerings meet with minor success, strange phenomena gradually dissipate, relocations should proceed gradually, households stabilize slowly, and official documents progress at measured pace.

These conditions manifest during days numbered 2, 4, or 8, or during years of the Yin, Wu, or Xu zodiac signs (third, seventh, and eleventh Earthly Branches). The favorable direction lies southwest.

Third Omen (Moderately Balanced):

This omen teaches that fortune and misfortune follow cosmic principles - by steadfastly upholding the righteous path, divine protection naturally follows. Blessings never descend without cause, nor do calamities strike without reason; ordinary adherence to the Dao (Way) secures the Shen's (spirit) guardianship.

Specific predictions: Partly cloudy skies bring stable harvests, burial sites maintain steady fengshui, travelers return belatedly, livestock fortunes remain average, plans reach fruition, financial pursuits show profit, marriages succeed though not exceptionally, legal disputes find compromise, audiences with dignitaries proceed unobstructed, journeys favor deliberation over haste, construction follows conventional timing, illnesses prove curable, lost objects are recovered, expectant mothers deliver safely, thieves are captured, ritual offerings show no special signs, strange phenomena warrant no concern, relocations favor maintaining current arrangements over major changes, households remain peaceful, and official documents continue progressing.

These conditions manifest during days numbered 3, 6, or 9, or during years of the Si, You, or Chou zodiac signs (sixth, tenth, and second Earthly Branches). The favorable direction lies due west.

Fourth Omen (Moderately Balanced):

Using the metaphor of hunting, this omen describes taking fine bows to the eastern mountains where one encounters a roaring black bear - only by striking its neck can it be subdued. This implies the importance of targeting crucial points in any endeavor.

(Note: The fourth omen's content remains incomplete, with only this metaphorical portion preserved. A complete version would presumably continue with specific predictions about various matters' auspicious or inauspicious outcomes.)

The Fu Tian Guang Sheng Ruyi Lingqian is a set of Daoist divination slips used for predicting fortune and misfortune. Here is an interpretation of slips five through seven:

The fifth slip is an inauspicious one (下下签), depicting the peach and plum blossoms in the eastern garden—once vibrant in red and white—now withered and trampled into mud by wind and rain. The divination results indicate:

• The weather will clear, but crops will fail.
• Burying ancestors will bring subsequent disasters.
• Livestock will suffer losses.
• Travelers will face obstacles; plans will be difficult to realize.
• Seeking wealth will be unfavorable; marriages will not succeed.
• Legal disputes will remain unresolved; visiting others will prove futile.
• Journeys will be hindered; building houses is inauspicious.
• Illnesses will be hard to cure; lost items will not be recovered.
• Pregnant women will face difficult labor; thieves will evade capture.
• Ritual offerings (Zhaijiao) will be ineffective.
• Strange phenomena and misfortunes will arise in the household.
• Moving residences will bring danger; the home will be unsettled.
• Documents and contracts will be hard to obtain.

These misfortunes will manifest on days related to the numbers 1, 5, or 7, or during the months, days, or hours of the Hai (Pig), Mao (Rabbit), or Wei (Goat) years. The inauspicious direction is northeast.

The sixth slip is also inauspicious (下下签), describing a treacherous morning journey through the Taihang Mountains, where steep slopes give way to thorny thickets. The divination reveals:

• Weather will be half-cloudy, half-clear; crops will yield poorly.
• Burial rites are ill-fated; livestock will suffer losses.
• Travelers will be obstructed; plans will fail.
• Wealth-seeking will bring no profit; marriages may break apart.
• Legal disputes will drag on indefinitely; visits will be thwarted.
• Travel will be unfavorable; house construction is inauspicious.
• Illnesses will linger; lost items will not be found.
• Pregnant women will face peril; thieves will escape.
• Ritual prayers will be ineffective.
• Strange occurrences will trigger household disasters.
• Moving residences invites danger; the home is unsettled.
• Documents will be difficult to secure.

These events will occur on days tied to the numbers 3, 6, or 9, or during the months, days, or hours of the Shen (Monkey), Zi (Rat), or Chen (Dragon) years. The inauspicious direction is northwest.

The seventh slip is equally inauspicious (下下签), portraying a wanderer in a distant land, consumed by homesickness and pacing anxiously in solitude. The divination shows:

• Clear skies, yet crops will fail.
• Burying ancestors will lead to family decline.
• Livestock will suffer calamities.
• Travelers will not return; plans will utterly collapse.
• Wealth-seeking will be extremely unfavorable.

The Futian Guangsheng Ruyi Lingqian (Broad Sage of Supporting Heaven's Divine Oracle Sticks) describes the auspicious or inauspicious omens corresponding to different divination lots.

Lot 8 (Supremely Auspicious) states:

Drawing this lot signifies smooth progress in all endeavors. Fields will yield abundant harvests, livestock will thrive, and one may leave doors unlocked without fear of theft. Weather divination predicts clear skies, agricultural affairs will flourish, burials will be favorable, domestic animals will prosper, travelers will return swiftly, plans will succeed, wealth will be easily obtained, marriages will be harmonious, legal disputes will be won, noble patrons will appear, journeys will proceed unimpeded, construction will be fortuitous, illnesses will quickly heal, lost items will be recovered, childbirth will bring joy, thieves will be easily captured, sacrificial offerings will bring blessings, strange occurrences will not bring misfortune, relocations will be favorable, households will remain peaceful, and official documents will be successfully processed.

This lot corresponds to the numbers 2, 4, and 8, or to the years, months, days, or hours of the Tiger (Yin), Horse (Wu), and Dog (Xu). The auspicious direction is southwest.

Lot 9 (Moderately Balanced) states:

This lot foretells initial hardship followed by eventual fortune. Weather will be partly cloudy and partly clear, agricultural yields will be average, burials will be half-auspicious and half-inauspicious, livestock will be ordinary, travelers will remain delayed, plans will partially succeed, wealth will be gained but modestly, marriages will occur but be delayed, legal disputes will begin poorly but end well, meetings will face minor obstacles, journeys will proceed but with difficulty, construction should be postponed, illnesses will first worsen then improve, lost items will be recovered slowly, childbirth will have initial complications but end well, thieves will be caught but not swiftly, sacrifices will bring minor benefits, strange phenomena will gradually dissipate, relocations will proceed slowly, households will stabilize over time, and official documents will be processed with delays.

This lot corresponds to the numbers 3, 6, and 9, or to the years, months, days, or hours of the Snake (Si), Rooster (You), and Ox (Chou). The direction is due north.

Lot 10 (Moderately Balanced) states:

This lot signifies stability but mediocrity in life. Weather will be clear, agricultural affairs will be steady, burials will be uneventful, livestock will be ordinary, travelers will return late, plans will succeed, wealth will be obtained, marriages will proceed, legal disputes will be resolved peacefully, meetings will face no hindrances, journeys should be taken leisurely, construction should follow routine, illnesses will be treatable, lost items will be found, childbirth will be safe, and thieves will be captured.

This lot suggests that though life may lack wealth or distinction, contentment with one's circumstances ensures peaceful and secure days.

The vernacular interpretation of the Fu Tian Guang Sheng Ruyi Ling Qian (Heaven-Supporting, Sage-Broadening, Wish-Fulfilling Divine Lots), Lots 11 to 13:

Lot 11 (Moderate Fortune) speaks of encountering drought calamities (where "旱魃" refers to the drought deity), yet timely rain will eventually arrive. The divination indicates clear weather ahead, promising agricultural harvests and auspicious burial site selection. Livestock remain safe, and distant travelers will soon return. Though plans may face delays, they will ultimately succeed. Financial gains require patience, marriages are favorable, and legal disputes pose no threat. It is suitable for travel and construction, illnesses are minor, and lost items can be recovered. Pregnant women should take precautions but face no serious danger, while pursuing thieves may require traveling farther. Ritual offerings yield average results, household disturbances have minimal impact, and relocating brings slight benefits. Official documents or news may arrive late. These omens are most pronounced during periods or directions associated with the numbers 1, 5, 7, or the years/months/days/hours of Hai, Mao, Wei, particularly in the northeast direction.

Lot 12 (Great Misfortune) depicts lush trees ("苍苍云木") with secretly damaged trunks—using them as pillars invites disaster. The divination warns of excessive rain ruining crops and ancestral gravesites bringing future calamities. Livestock will stray, travelers face obstructions, and all endeavors meet frustration. Marriages falter, legal entanglements persist, and audiences with nobility prove difficult. Avoid travel or construction, as illnesses resist cure and lost items remain unfound. Pregnancies are perilous, thieves evade capture, rituals prove ineffective, and household disturbances multiply. Relocation brings severe misfortune, homes lack peace, and official documents are unobtainable. These dire signs manifest most strongly during periods or directions tied to the numbers 2, 4, 8, or the years/months/days/hours of Yin, Wu, Xu, especially due south.

Lot 13 (Great Misfortune) describes abandoning farming ("投耒") during famine to seek office, only to be dismissed for negligence. The divination shows erratic weather, hopeless agriculture, and inauspicious gravesites. Livestock suffer, travelers become stranded. All pursuits fail, marriages collapse, and lawsuits drag on. Meetings with superiors are blocked, journeys turn hazardous, and construction brings misfortune. Serious illnesses persist, lost items vanish, childbirth endangers mothers, and thieves escape capture. Rituals are futile, strange events invite disaster, relocation reveals misfortune, households churn with unrest, and official documents are inaccessible. Initial auspices later reverse into calamity, particularly during periods or directions linked to the numbers 3, 6, 9, or the years/months/days/hours of Shen, Zi, Chen.

The Fu Tian Guang Sheng Ruyi Lingqian (Heaven-Supporting, Sage-Expanding, Wish-Fulfilling Spiritual Lots) describes the auspicious and inauspicious omens of different divination lots.

First, the 14th lot is extremely inauspicious (Xiaxia), indicating misfortune in all aspects. Luck is at its lowest, bringing deep anxiety. Those staying at home feel unfulfilled, while travelers cannot return. Unpredictable weather disrupts farming, silkworm harvests are poor, ancestral graves bring unfavorable feng shui, and livestock suffer disasters. Travelers remain stranded, plans fail, and financial pursuits lead to losses. Marriage prospects are bleak, legal disputes are lost, meetings with noble figures are impossible, and journeys are ill-advised. Construction is inauspicious, illnesses turn severe, lost items remain unrecovered, and childbirth carries danger. Pursuing thieves is futile, sacrificial rites invite misfortune, strange disturbances plague the household, legal troubles persist, relocations go awry, the home lacks peace, and official documents cannot be processed. These misfortunes manifest on days corresponding to the numbers 2, 4, or 8, or are particularly pronounced in the southeast during the years of the Tiger, Horse, or Dog (Yin, Wu, Xu).

The 15th lot is highly auspicious (Shangshang), blessed by fortunate stars. Like the sun and moon overlapping or mountains and rivers standing eternal, it symbolizes imperial favor—golden decrees and jade tokens passing blessings to descendants. The weather is clear, farming and silkworm harvests flourish, ancestral graves bring prosperous feng shui, and livestock thrive. Travelers return swiftly, endeavors succeed, wealth flows smoothly, and marriages are harmonious. Legal disputes are won, noble figures are met, journeys go smoothly, and construction is favorable. Illnesses heal quickly, lost items are recovered, childbirth is joyous, thieves are easily caught, sacrifices bring blessings, and disturbances vanish. Relocations are highly auspicious, the home enjoys peace, and official documents proceed smoothly. These blessings manifest on days corresponding to the numbers 1, 5, or 7, or are especially potent in the northeast during the years of the Pig, Rabbit, or Sheep (Hai, Mao, Wei).

The 16th lot is moderately neutral (Zhongping), resembling three towering peaks amid turbulent waves—only when the "Wind-Fire Wheel" (Biaolun) appears can one meet immortals, signifying impending change. The weather is partly cloudy, farming yields are average, ancestral graves have neutral feng shui, and livestock fare moderately. Travelers are still on the road, endeavors are half-fulfilled, and finances are middling. Marriages are delayed, legal disputes start badly but end well, meetings with noble figures face minor obstacles, and journeys are half-successful. Construction should be postponed, illnesses begin severely but improve, lost items are slowly recovered, childbirth starts dangerous but ends well, and thieves are caught—though slowly. Sacrifices bring minor benefits, disturbances fade gradually, relocations should proceed cautiously, the home gradually stabilizes, and official documents process slowly. These mixed omens manifest on days corresponding to the numbers 3, 6, or 9, or are most evident in the due west during the years of the Snake, Rooster, or Ox (Si, You, Chou).

The 17th lot is also moderately neutral (Zhongping), indicating overall stable fortune.

Divination Slip #18 (Moderately Auspicious):

This omen depicts a vibrant scene: a square pond shimmering with ripples, where bream and silver carp swim gracefully; precious stones glimmer while sweet rain falls abundantly. The signs indicate:

In weather patterns, rain will come. Agricultural and sericultural endeavors will yield good harvests. Burial arrangements will be mildly favorable, and livestock will remain unharmed. Travelers will return soon, though planned affairs may see delayed success. Financial gains will come slowly, yet marriages can be successfully arranged. Legal matters won't bring trouble, audiences will be granted, and journeys are advisable. Construction projects should commence, illnesses won't be serious, and lost items should be sought. However, childbirth may involve fright. Thieves may be caught at a distance, sacrificial prayers bring half-blessings, and strange phenomena foretell minor misfortunes. Moving residences brings small benefits, households will ultimately find harmony, though documents and news may arrive late.

This omen resonates with the numbers 2, 4, and 8, manifesting during Tiger, Horse, or Dog years (Yin-Wu-Xu), their corresponding months, days, and hours, with favorable orientation toward due south.

Divination Slip #19 (Highly Inauspicious):

This slip recounts the story of Feng Fu (an ancient tiger-hunting heroine): rolling up her sleeves to descend her chariot with bold determination, only to trip over a rotten stump. The signs indicate:

Weather will alternate between cloudy and clear. Farming and sericulture will fail. Burial arrangements will bring subsequent misfortune, and livestock will suffer losses. Travelers will encounter obstacles, plans won't materialize, financial pursuits prove unfavorable, and marriages won't be concluded. Legal disputes will resist resolution, audiences will be missed, journeys hindered, and construction projects turn unlucky. Illnesses will prove difficult to cure, lost objects hard to recover, childbirth dangerous, and thieves impossible to catch. Sacrificial prayers are inadvisable, strange phenomena portend disasters, moving residences brings peril, households remain unsettled, and documents unobtainable.

This omen appears initially favorable but ultimately disastrous, resonating with the numbers 3, 6, and 9, manifesting during Monkey, Rat, or Dragon years (Shen-Zi-Chen), their corresponding months, days, and hours, with unfavorable orientation toward the northwest.

Divination Slip #20 (Highly Inauspicious):

This slip describes fish fleeing otters, dragging their tails along riverbanks only to be caught by fishermen, ultimately doomed to the cooking pot. The signs indicate:

Weather will bring rain. Agricultural and sericultural efforts will disappoint. Burial arrangements prove inauspicious, and livestock will suffer...

The Fu Tian Guang Sheng Ruyi Lingqian (Divine Lots for Supporting Heaven and Expanding Sagely Power) describes the auspicious or inauspicious omens corresponding to different lots. The twenty-first "Extremely Inauspicious" lot indicates grave misfortune: deities are scrutinizing one's transgressions, malevolent spirits lurk in shadows, the situation is as precarious as treading on thin ice, and calamity results from accumulated misdeeds. Specific manifestations include crop failures despite clear weather, livestock disasters, travelers failing to return, thwarted financial or career pursuits, doomed marriage prospects, disastrous legal outcomes, unfavorable travel conditions, critical illnesses, irretrievable lost items, ominous childbirth signs, futile attempts to capture thieves, rituals backfiring, and household unrest. These misfortunes often manifest during years/months/days associated with the numbers 1, 5, 7 or the Hai-Mao-Wei (亥卯未) zodiac combinations, with the northeast方位 being most unfavorable.

The twenty-second "Supremely Auspicious" lot signifies great fortune: gazing toward the heavens, one rides the momentum of wind and clouds in carefree joy, attaining audience with celestial deities. Specific blessings include timely rain clearing to sunshine, abundant harvests and thriving livestock, propitious burial sites, swift returns of travelers, fulfilled aspirations, prosperous finances, harmonious marriages, legal victories, encounters with noble patrons, smooth journeys, rapid recoveries from illness, recovered lost items, auspicious childbirths, successful capture of thieves, ritual efficacy, and domestic peace. These blessings often materialize during years/months/days associated with the numbers 2, 4, 8 or the Yin-Wu-Xu (寅午戌) zodiac combinations, with due south being the most favorable方位.

The twenty-third "Moderately Balanced" lot addresses situations requiring divine adjudication of major doubts—if misfortunes can be transformed into blessings, the entire household will rejoice. Manifestations include partly cloudy weather, moderate agricultural yields, semi-auspicious burial conditions, mixed livestock fortunes, travelers en route, partially fulfilled requests, moderate financial gains, delayed but eventual marital unions, and legal cases turning from inauspicious beginnings to favorable resolutions.

The Fu Tian Guang Sheng Ruyi Lingqian (Divine Oracle of Heaven-Supporting Vast Sagacity) presents these passages describing the auspicious or ominous portents corresponding to different divination lots and their recommended responses.

The 24th lot is of moderate fortune, indicating that excessive rigidity invites calamity while excessive weakness invites disgrace. The key lies in maintaining the Middle Way (中庸之道), where cautious action yields favorable outcomes. Specifically: Changeable weather patterns, stable agricultural conditions, smooth funeral arrangements, and healthy livestock; travelers returning late but plans ultimately succeeding, profitable financial pursuits, successful marriage prospects; legal disputes resolvable through mediation, unhindered social visits, journeys favoring deliberation over haste; treatable illnesses, recoverable lost items, safe childbirth, successful capture of thieves; average efficacy in rituals, absence of supernatural occurrences, advisable stability in relocation, household peace, and proactive efforts required for official documents. These omens manifest during years, months, days or hours associated with the numbers 2/4/8 or the Tiger/Horse/Dog zodiac signs, with the southwest being the favorable direction.

The 25th lot, also of moderate fortune, warns that extreme joy may precede sorrow, yet perpetual grief is unnecessary—tears often turn to laughter when fortune shifts. Specifically: Clear skies, promising farming conditions, minor funeral auspiciousness, no livestock losses; imminent return of travelers, delayed but eventual plan fulfillment, slow yet profitable finances, viable marriage; litigation without distress, successful audiences when visiting, favorable travel conditions, permissible construction; manageable illnesses, recoverable lost items, startling but safe childbirth; thieves having fled far, semi-auspicious sacrifices, minor disasters foretold by strange phenomena, slightly beneficial relocation, eventual household peace, and delayed document reception. These signs correspond to the numbers 1/5/7 or Pig/Rabbit/Goat years with their associated temporal units, with due east being the favorable orientation.

The 26th lot—an inauspicious grade—employs avian symbolism to illustrate ill-timed action: The oriole meant to sing from high branches, if leaving its nest prematurely, retreats to shadowed valleys. Specifically: Partly cloudy skies, failed harvests, post-funeral misfortunes, livestock losses; obstructed travelers, unrealized plans, unfavorable finances, failed marriages; irresolvable lawsuits, missed visits, unfavorable journeys, inauspicious construction; untreatable illnesses, irrecoverable losses, perilous yet ultimately safe childbirth; thieves already distant, semi-auspicious sacrifices, minor disasters foretold by omens, slightly beneficial relocation, eventual household peace, and delayed documents. These portents align with 1/5/7 numerology or Pig/Rabbit/Goat temporal cycles, with due east remaining the favorable direction.

This set of spiritual lots contains four divination texts, each corresponding to different levels of fortune and predictive matters.

The 27th Lot (Extremely Inauspicious) describes a tree stump on Mount Niu—though made of precious wood, its location near the city outskirts makes it vulnerable to being felled. It foretells predominantly unfavorable outcomes: clear weather but poor harvests, inauspicious funerals, livestock losses, obstructed journeys and affairs, financial and marital difficulties, legal entanglements, lingering illnesses, and household disturbances. These ominous signs will manifest on days corresponding to the numbers 3, 6, or 9, or during Shen, Zi, or Chen years (Earthly Branch years) in the southeast direction.

The 28th Lot (Extremely Inauspicious) warns that secret misdeeds will eventually be exposed, as divine beings observe all and retribution is certain. It predicts graver misfortunes: rain ruining crops completely, funeral expenses bringing financial loss, livestock disasters, insurmountable obstacles in travel and affairs, utterly hopeless financial and marital prospects, dire legal outcomes, severe incurable illnesses, and extreme household unrest. These calamities will occur on days marked by the numbers 2, 4, or 8, or during Yin, Wu, or Xu years (Earthly Branch years) in the due south direction.

The 29th Lot (Extremely Auspicious) signifies great fortune: those who accumulate virtue through good deeds will receive heavenly blessings of prosperity and familial flourishing. It promises universal success: half-cloudy weather yielding abundant harvests, auspicious funerals, thriving livestock, helpful encounters during journeys, financial gains, harmonious marriages, legal victories, recovered health, and domestic peace. These blessings will emerge on days numbered 1, 5, or 7, or during Hai, Mao, or Wei years (Earthly Branch years) in the northeast direction.

Each lot meticulously details divination categories (e.g., weather, agriculture, travel) with their corresponding omens, specifying temporal patterns (particular numbered days or Earthly Branch years) and directional guidance. Inauspicious lots predominantly warn of disasters and obstacles, while auspicious ones promise good fortune, embodying core Daoist principles of "cosmic resonance" (Tianren Ganying) and "moral retribution" (Shan E You Bao).

This spiritual lot concerns the results of divination through lot drawing, containing three distinct sets of oracle texts, each corresponding to specific numbers, directions, and time periods. Let me explain them one by one:

The first set (30th lot) indicates a currently mediocre situation (neutral fortune), but predicts initial hardship followed by good luck. Like building a stone bridge yet failing to catch fish, one unexpectedly obtains pearls from a giant clam. Specific predictions: weather partly cloudy, average harvest, semi-auspicious burial arrangements, livestock safe, traveling relatives still on their journey, financial gains only half-successful, delayed marriage prospects, legal disputes difficult at first but improving later. Regarding illness, lost items, or childbirth—all begin inauspiciously but turn favorable. This lot corresponds to numbers 3, 6, 9 or the northwest direction during Monkey, Rat, or Dragon years (Shen-Zi-Chen).

The second set (31st lot) represents stable neutral fortune, emphasizing natural flow. Like the bright moon temporarily eclipsed by the toad (symbolizing lunar eclipse), it will eventually regain fullness. Specific predictions: clear weather, stable crops, peaceful burial matters, normal livestock conditions, slow but certain financial gains, delayed but achievable marriage, amicable legal settlements, curable illnesses, recoverable lost items. This lot corresponds to numbers 1, 5, 7 or the due east direction during Pig, Rabbit, or Goat years (Hai-Mao-Wei).

The third set (32nd lot) also shows neutral fortune, describing processes with twists but favorable outcomes. Specific predictions: rainy weather beneficial for farming, slightly auspicious burials, no livestock losses, slow but profitable finances, successful marriage, favorable travel conditions, minor illnesses, childbirth with temporary frights but no real danger. This lot corresponds to numbers 2, 4, 8 or the southwest direction during Tiger, Horse, or Dog years (Yin-Wu-Xu).

All these oracles follow the Daoist principle of "reversal at the extreme" (物极必反), reminding people that crises contain opportunities while prosperity requires caution. Each set includes precise time and directional correspondences, reflecting Daoist cosmology in divination practice.

Lot 33 (Lower-Lower Omen)

Seeking personal gain through dishonest means may bring temporary satisfaction, but like leaving valuables unattended invites thieves, it ultimately leads to destitution. This omen signifies: weather alternating between cloudy and clear, failed harvests of crops and silkworms, misfortune following burials, livestock losses, travelers encountering obstacles, plans failing to materialize, unfavorable financial prospects, unsuccessful marriages, irresolvable lawsuits, missed opportunities with benefactors, impeded journeys, inauspicious construction, lingering illnesses, unrecovered lost items, difficult childbirths, unsuccessful capture of thieves, ineffective prayers, ominous supernatural signs, perilous relocations, household disturbances, and unattainable legal documents. Initial appearances of good fortune ultimately reveal misfortune, with critical timing during days/months/years associated with the numbers 3, 6, 9 or the earthly branches Si (snake), You (rooster), Chou (ox), particularly in the due north direction.

Lot 34 (Lower-Lower Omen)

Attempting to cross a river without a boat, heading east but finding level ground (symbolizing contrary outcomes), walking in tattered shoes that injure the feet, facing a long journey as night falls. This omen indicates: rainy weather, disappointing harvests, inauspicious burials, livestock losses, obstructed travelers, failed endeavors, profitless ventures, marital discord, protracted lawsuits, blocked access to benefactors, unfavorable journeys, ill-advised construction, persistent illnesses, unrecovered possessions, perilous pregnancies, unsuccessful thief apprehension, futile prayers, disaster-bringing supernatural phenomena, ominous relocations, household misfortunes, and unattainable contracts. Seemingly moderate beginnings culminate in misfortune, with critical timing during days/months/years associated with numbers 2, 4, 8 or the earthly branches Yin (tiger), Wu (horse), Xu (dog), particularly in the due south direction.

Lot 35 (Lower-Lower Omen)

Calamity springs from desire, disaster stems from negligence—such misfortunes arise from violating Heaven and Earth's encompassing principles. This omen foretells: clear weather yet crop failures, burials bringing family decline, livestock plagues, travelers not returning, severely thwarted plans, extremely unfavorable finances, nearly impossible marriages, dangerously contentious lawsuits, inaccessible benefactors, inadvisable journeys, ill-fated construction, critical illnesses, permanently lost items, ominous childbirth signs, pointless thief pursuits, prayer-induced misfortunes, supernatural phenomena causing legal troubles, relocation-related lawsuits, extreme household unrest, and unfulfilled contracts. These completely inauspicious signs manifest most strongly during days/months/years associated with numbers 1, 5, 7 or the earthly branches Hai (pig), Mao (rabbit), Wei (goat), particularly in the northeast direction.

Lot 36 (Upper-Upper Omen)

(Note: The original text did not provide specific content for Lot 36. Upper-Upper omens typically indicate supreme auspiciousness and smooth progress in all endeavors.)

The Futian Guangsheng Ruyi Lingqian is a Daoist divination text used for drawing lots to predict fortune and misfortune. Here we examine the neutral-luck (zhongping) interpretations for lots 37 through 39, each corresponding to different life circumstances and divinatory outcomes.

The thirty-seventh lot depicts someone experiencing hardship—lacking clothing and sustenance—but foretells improvement with spring's arrival. Divination results indicate: clear weather, average crop yields, mixed fortunes for funerals, mediocre livestock conditions, traveling family members en route, half-success in ventures, moderate wealth prospects, delayed but eventual marriage, legal disputes turning favorable after initial difficulties, minor obstacles when seeking audience with superiors, partially smooth journeys, postponed house construction, illnesses progressing from critical to stable, eventually recovered lost items (though delayed), difficult-then-smooth childbirth, successful but time-consuming theft investigations, minor ritual efficacy, dissipation of strange phenomena, advisable postponement of relocation, gradual household stabilization, and slow progress in documentation matters. These predictions manifest during months or years associated with numbers 1, 5, 7 and the earthly branches Hai, Mao, Wei (corresponding to Pig, Rabbit, Goat years), with auspicious directions due east.

The thirty-eighth lot advises against insatiable greed during prosperity and unnecessary despair in poverty, urging relinquishment of improper desires while maintaining impartiality. Divination shows: rainy weather, stable harvests, uneventful funerals, ordinary livestock conditions, delayed return of travelers, achievable endeavors, favorable finances, viable marriage prospects, legal reconciliations, unobstructed meetings with superiors, advisable leisurely travel, standard house-building procedures, treatable illnesses, recoverable lost items, smooth childbirth, apprehendable thieves, neutral ritual outcomes, insignificant strange occurrences, maintenance of current residence during relocation, household peace, and proactive handling of documents. These manifest during months or years tied to numbers 2, 4, 8 and the branches Yin, Wu, Xu (Tiger, Horse, Dog years), with southwest as the auspicious direction.

The thirty-ninth lot describes achieving scholarly honors and high official rank through diligent study ("yellow scrolls" denoting classical texts), ultimately excelling in imperial examinations. Though classified as neutral-luck without detailed divinatory annotations, this lot universally signifies attainable success through personal cultivation.

This divination text describes four different fortune-telling outcomes, each corresponding to distinct omens.

The first is a moderately inauspicious yet ultimately favorable reading. The weather will be partly cloudy and partly clear, with good harvests for farming and sericulture. Burial arrangements bring minor blessings. Livestock will remain unharmed, travelers will soon return, though planned endeavors may take longer to succeed and wealth will arrive slowly. Marriage prospects are favorable, legal disputes will resolve peacefully, visits will be welcomed, and it's auspicious for travel or construction. Illness poses no serious threat, lost items can be recovered, though childbirth may involve fright. Thieves will be pursued far away, sacrifices bring partial blessings, with some minor calamities. Relocation brings small benefits, the household will ultimately prosper, though documents may arrive late. These signs manifest during days related to the numbers 3, 6, or 9, or during years/months/days/hours of the Shen (Monkey), Zi (Rat), or Chen (Dragon) cycles, when facing due west.

Following are three severely inauspicious readings:

The 40th sign depicts riding a pinewood boat through raging currents, rising and sinking unpredictably. It foretells erratic weather, failed crops, burial bringing misfortune, and livestock losses. Travelers face obstacles, plans fail, wealth proves elusive, marriages collapse, legal disputes persist, visits go unanswered, journeys bring misfortune, construction proves unlucky, illnesses linger, lost items stay missing, childbirth is difficult, thieves escape capture, sacrifices bring no benefit, and calamities arise. Relocation invites disaster, households remain unsettled, and documents never arrive. These omens begin auspiciously but turn dire during days related to 2, 4, or 8, or during years/months/days/hours of the Yin (Tiger), Wu (Horse), or Xu (Dog) cycles, when facing due south.

The 41st sign describes braving stormy seas to find pearls, only to be wounded by water creatures despite securing treasure. It predicts clear weather but disappointing harvests, inauspicious burials, livestock losses, blocked travelers, failed plans, profitless ventures, broken marriages, entangled lawsuits, thwarted visits, ill-fated journeys, unlucky construction, lingering illness, unrecovered losses, dangerous childbirth, escaped thieves, futile sacrifices, emerging disasters, ominous relocation, troubled households, and missing documents. These moderately hopeful signs ultimately turn disastrous during days related to 1, 5, or 7, or during years/months/days/hours of the Hai (Pig), Mao (Rabbit), or Wei (Goat) cycles, when facing northeast.

The 42nd sign portrays lush vegetation withered by frost—only pines and osmanthus survive the blight. It foretells rainy weather with crop failures, burials that ruin families, and livestock disasters.

The Fu Tian Guang Sheng Ruyi Lingqian (Divine Lots for Supporting Heaven and Expanding Sageliness) - Lot 43 (Supremely Auspicious) states:

Just as winter gives way to summer, and rainy days alternate with clear skies, the four seasons revolve naturally, allowing crops to flourish. This lot foretells: the weather will be partly cloudy and partly sunny; fields and silkworm harvests will be bountiful; ancestral graves will be auspiciously placed; livestock will thrive; and travelers will return soon. All plans will succeed, wealth-seeking will be especially smooth, marriages will be harmonious, legal matters will turn out favorably, audiences with noble figures will be granted, and journeys will proceed without hindrance. House construction will go smoothly, illnesses will quickly recover, lost items will be found, childbirth will be safe, thieves will be captured, sacrifices will bring blessings, and strange occurrences will bring no misfortune. Moving homes will be auspicious, households will be peaceful, and official documents will be processed successfully. These great auspicious signs will manifest on days containing the numbers 3, 6, or 9, or in the years of the Snake (巳), Rooster (酉), or Ox (丑), as well as in the northwest direction.

Lot 44 (Moderately Balanced) describes:

Deep in the mountains, the trees are dark, and monkeys cry mournfully; the moon rises in the east as the traveler returns home. This lot foretells: the weather will be rainy; fields and silkworm harvests will be average; ancestral graves will be half-auspicious; and livestock will be mediocre. Travelers remain on the road, plans will be half-fulfilled, wealth-seeking will yield moderate gains, and marriages will be delayed. Legal matters will start unfavorably but end well, audiences with noble figures will face slight obstacles, and journeys will be moderately smooth. House construction should be postponed, illnesses will first appear severe but later improve, and lost items will be recovered slowly. Childbirth will begin with difficulty but end safely, thieves will be captured late, sacrifices will bring minor blessings, and strange occurrences will dissipate. Moving homes will be slow, households will gradually stabilize, and official documents will be processed with delays. These mixed fortunes—initially unfavorable but later improving—will manifest on days containing the numbers 2, 4, or 8, or in the years of the Tiger (寅), Horse (午), or Dog (戌), as well as in the due south direction.

Lot 45 (Moderately Balanced) advises:

Do not let your feet wander recklessly, nor your mind stray into idle thoughts. Persist in doing good deeds and remain diligent every day. This lot foretells: the weather will be clear; fields and silkworm harvests will be stable; ancestral graves will be neutrally placed; and livestock will be ordinary. Travelers will return late, plans will be fulfilled as wished, wealth-seeking will be profitable, and marriages will succeed.

Forty-Sixth Divination (Moderately Auspicious) of the Fu Tian Guang Sheng Ruyi Lingqian

This divination speaks of military campaigns—beating war drums and brandishing bronze zheng (ancient musical instruments that doubled as weapons) to subdue rebellious foes. Along the way, you may encounter enemies lying in ambush beneath withered trees, but reinforcements will soon arrive to aid you. The sign indicates that though there may be setbacks, assistance will ultimately come.

Specific Divinations:

• Weather: Partly cloudy and partly clear.
• Agriculture: Promising.
• Burial: Slightly auspicious.
• Livestock: No losses.
• Travelers: Returning soon.
• Plans: Success will come later.
• Wealth: Profits delayed.
• Marriage: Favorable.
• Legal disputes: Can be resolved.
• Meeting nobles: Permission granted.
• Travel: Suitable.
• Construction: Good to begin.
• Illness: No serious danger.
• Lost items: Can be recovered.
• Childbirth: Mother may be frightened but unharmed.
• Pursuing thieves: Will chase far.
• Sacrifices: Moderate effect.
• Strange occurrences: Minor misfortunes.
• Moving: Small benefits.
• Household: Ultimately peaceful.
• Documents: Delayed receipt.

This divination applies to the numbers 1, 5, 7, or years/months/days/hours corresponding to the earthly branches Hai, Mao, and Wei. The auspicious direction is due east.

Forty-Seventh Divination (Very Inauspicious) Interpretation:

This sign uses the imagery of an eagle hunting—though the timing seems right for action ("eagle soaring" refers to the bird taking flight), it warns of an ambush at Maling Pass (a famous historical battlefield where a deadly trap was sprung), where ten thousand arrows rain down. It foretells apparent success concealing hidden danger.

Specific Divinations:

• Weather: Clear.
• Agriculture: No harvest.
• Burial: Will invite misfortune.
• Livestock: Losses.
• Travel: Hindered.
• Plans: Will not succeed.
• Wealth: Unfavorable.
• Marriage: Difficult.
• Legal disputes: Hard to resolve.
• Meeting nobles: Unlikely.
• Travel: Unfavorable.
• Construction: Inauspicious.
• Illness: Hard to recover.
• Lost items: Difficult to find.
• Childbirth: Complications.
• Catching thieves: Unsuccessful.
• Sacrifices: Not advisable.
• Strange occurrences: Disastrous.
• Moving: Inauspicious.
• Household: Unsettled.
• Documents: Hard to obtain.

This divination appears auspicious at first but ultimately brings misfortune. It applies to the numbers 1, 5, 7, or years/months corresponding to Hai, Mao, and Wei. The direction is northeast.

Forty-Eighth Divination (Very Inauspicious) Interpretation:

Using the metaphor of sunrise—just as the sun rises in the east, dark clouds obscure it, and only at dusk (when the sun sets over the mulberry and elm trees) does it briefly clear. Joy is fleeting. This suggests initial success followed by obstruction.

Specific Divinations:

• Weather: Rain coming.
• Agriculture: Disappointing.
• Burial: Inauspicious.
• Livestock: Losses.
• Travel: Hindered.
• Plans: Will not succeed.
• Wealth: No profit.
• Marriage: Risk of breakdown.
• Legal disputes: Drawn out.
• Meeting nobles: Obstacles.
• Travel: Unfavorable.
• Construction: Unlucky.
• Illness: Hard to recover.
• Lost items: Difficult to find.
• Childbirth: Mother in danger.

This divination shows initial promise turning to misfortune. It applies to the numbers 1, 5, 7, or years/months corresponding to Hai, Mao, and Wei. The direction is northeast.

The Fu Tian Guang Sheng Ruyi Lingqian (Broad Sage Support of Heaven Wish-Fulfilling Divine Lots) presents these divination results, which can be interpreted in modern terms as follows:

Lot 49 (Lower-Lower Sign) warns that stubbornly clinging to the status quo invites disaster, like calamity falling from the heavens. Travelers may benefit, but those staying put will suffer misfortune. Specific manifestations include: unsettled weather alternating between cloudy and clear, poor harvests, ancestral graves with inauspicious feng shui affecting family fortunes, livestock falling ill, travelers failing to return, plans thwarted, financial endeavors unfruitful, marriages unconsummated, legal disputes turning dangerous, failed visits, inadvisable journeys, unfavorable house construction, severe illnesses lingering, lost objects irretrievable, difficult childbirths, futile attempts to catch thieves, rituals backfiring, strange occurrences triggering lawsuits, relocation inviting trouble, household unrest, and official documents unresolved. These ominous signs manifest on dates containing the numbers 3, 6, or 9, or during Snake, Rooster, or Ox years (Si-You-Chou years) in the southeast direction.

Lot 50 (Upper-Upper Sign) depicts springlike auspiciousness: nascent Yang energy filling heaven and earth with vitality, all things harmonious as benevolent virtue pervades. Specific blessings include: clear skies, bountiful harvests, propitious ancestral graves, thriving livestock, travelers returning promptly, plans unfolding smoothly, financial windfalls, blissful marriages, legal victories, encounters with noble persons, unimpeded journeys, successful construction, swift recoveries from illness, recovered lost items, joyous childbirths, thieves easily apprehended, rituals bringing blessings, strange phenomena proving harmless, favorable relocations, domestic peace, and official documents approved. These favorable signs emerge on dates containing 1, 5, or 7, or during Pig, Rabbit, or Goat years (Hai-Mao-Wei years) in the true east direction.

Lot 51 (Middle-Neutral Sign) employs the metaphor of fish leaping at the Dragon Gate to signify impending transformation: red-tailed fish and leeches massing in peach-blossom warmed waves will eventually vault the gateway. Manifestations include: fair weather, moderate harvests, ancestrally neutral graves, livestock generally healthy, travelers en route, half-realized plans, middling finances, delayed marriages, lawsuits resolving after initial difficulty, slightly hindered visits, partially smooth journeys, postponed construction advisable, illnesses alleviating after severity, slowly recovered losses, childbirths easing after difficulty, delayed thief captures, minor ritual benefits, strange phenomena subsiding, sluggish relocations, gradually stabilizing households, and tardily processed documents.

The modern interpretations of these three divination slips from the Futian Guang Sheng Ruyi Lingqian are as follows:

Slip 52 (Mid-Level Fortune) emphasizes the importance of timing. It advises halting when appropriate and acting when the moment is right—a principle that ensures lasting prosperity for the noble-minded. Specific predictions include: changeable weather, stable agricultural outcomes, and average livestock conditions. Travelers may return late, but endeavors will succeed, wealth can be gained, and marriages will proceed favorably. Legal disputes can be settled amicably, visits will be well-received, though travel should be cautious, and construction should follow standard practices. Illnesses will heal, lost items can be recovered, pregnancies will be safe, and thieves can be apprehended. Ritual prayers yield no extraordinary signs, strange phenomena need not cause alarm, staying put is better than relocating, households will remain peaceful, and official documents will be approved. These predictions are most relevant during years of the Tiger, Horse, or Dog (Yin, Wu, or Xu years), in numbers associated with 2, 4, or 8, and in the due south direction.

Slip 53 (Mid-Level Fortune) employs the metaphor of a luminous lingzhi mushroom surrounded by thorns—caution is needed to harvest it and ascend to grandeur. Forecasts indicate partly cloudy weather, hopeful agricultural prospects, mildly auspicious burials, and no livestock losses. Travelers will return soon; endeavors will succeed after delays, wealth will come slowly, but marriages will proceed. Legal disputes pose no threat, visits will be welcomed, travel is favorable, and construction may proceed. Illnesses are minor, lost items should be sought, pregnancies require care but are safe, and thieves have fled far. Rituals yield partial blessings, minor oddities occur without disaster, relocating offers slight benefits, households stabilize eventually, and documents arrive late. These outcomes align with numbers tied to 3, 6, or 9, and the due west direction during Monkey, Rat, or Dragon years (Shen, Zi, or Chen years).

Slip 54 (Lower Fortune) likens fate to the legendary sword Ganjiang—gleaming with gold yet drowned by ocean waves. Dire predictions follow: excessive rain, poor crop yields, post-burial misfortunes, and lost livestock. Travel is hindered, endeavors fail, wealth is elusive, and marriages falter. Legal disputes are unresolvable, visits go unanswered, journeys are troubled, and construction is inauspicious. Illnesses resist treatment, lost items remain unfound, childbirth is difficult, and thieves evade capture. Rituals are ill-advised, strange disasters loom, relocating or breaking ground invites peril, households are unsettled, and documents face rejection. These omens intensify in the southwest direction during Tiger, Horse, or Dog years (Yin, Wu, or Xu years), with numbers linked to 2, 4, or 8.

Lot 55 - Lower Lower Omen

This divination foretells unfavorable developments. It resembles embarking on a long journey only to return home disappointed, or like innocent fish in a moat suffering when the city gates catch fire (symbolizing undeserved misfortune).

Specific predictions: The weather will clear, but crops will fail; burial sites are inauspicious, and livestock may suffer harm. Travelers will face obstacles, plans will stall, financial pursuits yield no profit, and marriages may fracture. Legal disputes will drag on, visits to others prove futile, and journeys face setbacks. Construction brings misfortune, illnesses linger, and lost items won't be recovered. Pregnancies carry risks, catching thieves is unlikely, and rituals for blessings prove ineffective. Strange occurrences at home may herald disaster, relocation invites ominous signs, the household remains unsettled, and documents face delays.

These misfortunes primarily manifest on days containing the numbers 1, 5, or 7; during the Hai, Mao, or Wei zodiac years (or their corresponding months, dates, or hours). The unfavorable direction is due east.

Lot 56 - Lower Lower Omen

This sign reveals a body like a puppet force-fed—its sickness rooted deep within. Don’t mistake temporary calm for safety; calamity approaches swiftly.

Specific predictions: Weather wavers between sun and clouds, crops fail utterly, burials ruin family fortunes, and livestock perish. Travelers cannot return, all plans collapse, financial pursuits are doomed, and marriages are hopeless. Legal battles turn perilous, visits find no one home, and travel is ill-advised. Construction invites disaster, illnesses turn critical, and lost items vanish forever. Pregnancies are hazardous, chasing thieves is pointless, and rituals backfire. Strange phenomena foretell lawsuits, relocation invites legal trouble, the household is in chaos, and documents come to nothing.

These dire omens manifest on days with 3, 6, or 9; during the Si, You, or Chou zodiac years (or their corresponding times). The unlucky direction is northwest.

Lot 57 - Upper Upper Omen

This auspicious sign features qilin and phoenix (divine beasts), the Jingxing (auspicious star), and Qingyun (propitious clouds)—all heralding radiant virtue and extraordinary fortune.

Specific predictions: Clear skies bring bumper harvests, burials are favorable, and livestock thrive. Travelers return promptly, all plans succeed, wealth flows abundantly, and marriages flourish. Legal matters resolve favorably, noble encounters await, and journeys proceed smoothly. Construction proceeds without hindrance, illnesses heal swiftly, and lost items reappear. Childbirth is safe, thieves are easily caught, and rituals bring blessings. Strange occurrences are harmless, relocation brings luck, the household enjoys peace, and documents conclude perfectly.

These blessings manifest on days with 1, 5, or 7; during the Hai, Mao, or Wei zodiac years (or their corresponding times). The lucky direction is northeast.

Lot 58 - Middle Neutral Omen

(Note: Original text omitted details for Lot 58. By convention, this signifies moderate fortune—neither exceptionally good nor bad, with balanced outcomes in all matters.)

This spiritual divination text describes three different outcomes of fortune-telling, each detailing omens for various aspects of daily life. Let me explain them one by one:

The 59th lot, categorized as "Moderately Balanced," depicts a situation where just as all things wither under scorching drought, a timely rain can revive the vegetation. This sign indicates initial difficulties that will eventually improve. Specific manifestations include: weather alternating between cloudy and clear, average crop yields, modest income from sericulture, uneventful burial arrangements, ordinary livestock conditions. Travelers will return late, plans will only half-succeed, financial gains will be moderate, and marriages will be delayed. Legal disputes begin ominously but end favorably, meetings with others face minor obstacles, and journeys achieve only partial completion. Construction projects should be postponed, illnesses start severely but improve, lost items are recovered slowly. Childbirth begins dangerously but ends safely, thieves are eventually caught though it takes time, sacrifices bring minor benefits, strange phenomena will dissipate, and moving residences should be done cautiously. The household will gradually stabilize, and document processing will be delayed. These outcomes correspond to the numbers 2, 4, 8, or to the months, days, or hours of the Tiger, Horse, or Dog years (Yin, Wu, Xu years), with auspicious directions pointing due South.

The 60th lot, also "Moderately Balanced," uses a musical metaphor: when playing the qin and se zithers, even if strings break and are restrung, the sound becomes clearer. This signifies general stability: weather fluctuates between cloudy and clear, crops and sericulture yield steady returns, burial arrangements proceed peacefully, livestock remain ordinary. Travelers return late, plans come to fruition, financial pursuits prove profitable, and marriages succeed. Legal disputes reach amicable settlements, meetings proceed without hindrance, journeys are best taken leisurely. Construction follows routine, illnesses are treatable, lost items can be found, childbirth is safe. Thieves are apprehended, sacrifices receive no special response, no strange phenomena occur, and maintaining the status quo is advisable. The household remains peaceful, and document applications are favored. These correspond to the numbers 3, 6, 9, or to the months, days, or hours of the Monkey, Rat, or Dragon years (Shen, Zi, Chen years), with auspicious directions pointing due North.

The 61st lot, categorized as "Lower Lower," employs the metaphor of a fish in distress: a sturgeon floundering in shallow water, its gills exposed as it swims, greedily chasing bait until reduced to surviving in dried-up ruts. This foretells an ominous beginning with eventual marginal improvement: weather alternates between cloudy and clear, crops and sericulture show slight promise, burials bring minor blessings. Livestock suffer no losses, travelers return soon, plans succeed after delays, financial gains come late, yet marriages still occur. Legal issues resolve harmlessly, meetings gain approval, and travel is favorable. Construction projects can proceed, illnesses pose no serious threat, and lost items should be sought. Childbirth may involve fright, thieves have already fled, sacrifices bring half-blessings, with minor ominous signs present. Moving residences offers small benefits, the household eventually finds fortune, though document approvals are delayed. These correspond to the numbers 3, 6, 9, or to the months, days, or hours of the Snake, Rooster, or Ox years (Si, You, Chou years), with auspicious directions pointing southeast.

This set of spiritual lots contains four different divination predictions with varying fortunes. Let me explain them one by one:

The 62nd Lot (Extremely Inauspicious) warns: Acting without caution is like overworking servants—even walking on level ground may lead to falling into a ravine. This sign indicates misfortune in all aspects: erratic weather patterns, poor harvests, inauspicious burials, livestock losses, obstructed travels, unprofitable ventures, broken marriages, legal entanglements, lingering illnesses, and household disturbances. These omens will manifest during days related to the numbers 1, 5, and 7, or during the months/days/hours of the Hai-Mao-Wei years (according to the Earthly Branch calendar), with particular caution needed for the due east direction.

The 63rd Lot (Extremely Inauspicious) depicts dire portents: Like an ominous roc perched on the roof corner, it foretells approaching calamity that brings despair amidst poverty. This sign shows graver dangers—half-cloudy weather, complete crop failures, burials leading to family decline, livestock disasters, major obstacles in endeavors, utterly failed marriages, severe legal troubles, critical illnesses, and extreme household unrest. These misfortunes will occur during periods related to the numbers 3, 6, and 9, or during Si-You-Chou years, requiring special vigilance toward the due west direction.

The 64th Lot (Supremely Auspicious) reveals great blessings: Divine favor descends as joyous events arrive at your doorstep, bringing not only immediate good fortune but also lasting prosperity for descendants. This sign promises—timely rains, bountiful harvests, auspicious burials, thriving livestock, smooth official documents, and other blessings. Though the corresponding numbers and directions are missing from the original text, the indications are clearly highly favorable.

Each lot meticulously details predictions concerning weather, agriculture, family fortunes, health, and other life aspects, specifying the timing and directional patterns of their manifestation. These concrete life indicators reflect the practical Daoist tradition of using divination texts to guide worldly affairs, demonstrating how ancient practitioners interpreted cosmic patterns through everyday concerns.

The 65th Divination Slip (Moderately Auspicious) of The Universal Sage's Wish-Fulfilling Spiritual Oracle states:

On life’s journey, one may encounter winding paths as treacherous as goat trails or face dangers akin to a capsized boat in the Wu Gorge. It cautions you to approach every climb and peril with prudence, for only then can you walk safely on level ground.

Specific omens indicate: clear weather but only half the expected harvest, moderately favorable burial rites, and average fortune in livestock rearing. Travelers remain on the road, planned tasks will be half-completed, finances are middling, and marriage will come late. Legal disputes begin ominously but end well, meetings with influential figures face minor obstacles, and journeys achieve only partial goals. House construction should be delayed, illness starts severe but turns favorable, and lost items will be found later. Childbirth begins with difficulty but ends well, thieves will be caught after delays, sacrifices yield minor blessings, and strange phenomena will dissipate. Moving residences should be postponed, the household gradually stabilizes, and document processing will be delayed. These events correspond to the numbers one, five, and seven, or the years, months, days, and hours of Hai, Mao, and Wei, with the northeast direction being favorable.

The 66th Divination Slip (Moderately Auspicious) uses the metaphor of tempering a blade:

Just as a sword must be repeatedly forged and quenched to become sharp, a person must maintain constant vigilance in conduct, never allowing the slightest laxity. The weather is partly cloudy and partly clear, farming is stable, burial rites are neutral, and livestock are ordinary. Travelers return late, but plans will succeed; finances are favorable, and marriage is attainable. Legal disputes can be settled, meetings face no hindrance, and journeys should proceed slowly. Construction follows routine, illness is treatable, lost items can be recovered, and childbirth is safe. Thieves will be captured, sacrifices receive no special response, strange phenomena are harmless, and it is best to remain settled rather than move. The household is peaceful, and documents should be pursued actively. These events correspond to the numbers three, six, and nine, or the years, months, days, and hours of Shen, Zi, and Chen, with the northwest direction being favorable.

The 67th Divination Slip (Moderately Auspicious) employs the analogy of a parrot:

Like a brightly feathered parrot cherished by its master for its eloquence, even if one eye is covered, its worth remains. The weather is clear, farming holds promise, burial rites are slightly auspicious, and livestock suffer no loss. Travelers will return soon, plans though delayed will succeed, finances arrive late but are favorable, and marriage is attainable. Legal disputes pose no worry, meetings gain approval, and journeys are suitable. Construction may begin, illness will heal, lost items will be found, and childbirth proceeds smoothly. Thieves will be caught, sacrifices receive responses, strange phenomena are harmless, and moving residences is permissible. The household is peaceful, and documents should be pursued proactively. These events correspond to the numbers two, four, and eight, or the years, months, days, and hours of Yin, Wu, and Xu, with the due south direction being favorable.

68th Lot (Lower Lower)

New wine flows freely in endless cups, songs of joy just begun—yet after mirth comes sorrow, tears staining one's robes.

Fortune Analysis:

• Weather: Unpredictable shifts
• Farming: Poor harvest, silkworms yield nothing
• Funerals: Misfortune may follow burial
• Livestock: Losses likely
• Travel: Obstacles on the journey
• Endeavors: Plans thwarted; financial luck poor; marriage inauspicious
• Litigation: Unresolvable
• Visits: No favorable encounters
• Construction: Ill-omened
• Health: Illness lingers
• Missing Persons/Objects: Unlikely recovery
• Childbirth: Difficult delivery
• Thief Capture: Fleeting success
• Rituals: Inauspicious timing
• Ominous Signs: May trigger calamity
• Relocation: Hazardous
• Household: Turmoil
• Documents: Delayed acquisition

Manifestation Period: Days linked to numbers 2, 4, 8; or during Tiger (Yin), Horse (Wu), Dog (Xu) years/months/days/hours. Southwest direction.

69th Lot (Lower Lower)

Fresh convalescence merits fine fish and turtle—yet offending the Kitchen God extinguishes the hearth's flame.

Fortune Analysis:

• Weather: Intermittent clouds
• Farming: Disappointing yield
• Funerals: Inauspicious
• Livestock: Vulnerable to harm
• Travel: Hindered progress
• Endeavors: Futile efforts; financial stagnation
• Marriage: Potential rupture
• Litigation: Protracted strife
• Visits: Meddling interference
• Construction: Adverse outcomes
• Health: Chronic ailment
• Missing Persons/Objects: Vanished without trace
• Childbirth: Maternal and fetal risk
• Thief Capture: Elusive pursuit
• Rituals: No benefit
• Ominous Signs: Disaster-prompting
• Relocation: Perilous move
• Household: Misfortune looms
• Documents: Unattainable

Manifestation Period: Days linked to numbers 2, 6, 9; or during Snake (Si), Rooster (You), Ox (Chou) years/months/days/hours. Due north direction.

70th Lot (Lower Lower)

A heart steeped in malice, schemes coiled like serpents—though briefly deceiving the Ghostly Registers, Heaven's vast net permits no escape.

Fortune Analysis:

• Weather: Clear skies
• Farming: Barren fields
• Funerals: Family decline follows
• Livestock: Plague-stricken
• Travel: Distant wanderers fail to return
• Endeavors: Utter collapse; financial ruin
• Marriage: Hopeless prospect
• Litigation: Catastrophic outcome
• Visits: Fate denies meeting
• Construction: Ill-fated
• Health: Critical condition
• Missing Persons/Objects: Vanish utterly
• Childbirth: Perilous delivery
• Thief Capture: Impossible apprehension
• Rituals: No efficacy
• Ominous Signs: Calamity-bringing
• Relocation: Dire consequences
• Household: Unrest prevails
• Documents: Forever beyond reach

Manifestation Period: Days linked to numbers 1, 5, 7; or during Pig (Hai), Rabbit (Mao), Goat (Wei) years/months/days/hours. Due east direction.

(Note: "Ghostly Registers" refers to underworld ledgers documenting mortal deeds; "Heaven's net" symbolizes cosmic justice—spacious yet unerring.)

The Fu Tian Guang Sheng Ruyi Lingqian (Broad Sage Supporting Heaven's Divine Oracle) describes the auspicious or inauspicious omens corresponding to different divination lots. The seventy-first lot is supremely auspicious, indicating favorable conditions in all aspects: clear weather, abundant harvests, household peace, financial gains, marital harmony, recovery from illness, and so forth. It suggests taking action in the due east direction, with fulfillment likely occurring on days or during years/months associated with the numbers one, five, seven, or the cyclical branches hai, mao, and wei.

The seventy-second lot is moderately neutral, depicting dangers akin to encountering a flood dragon in water or tigers and wolves on land. However, if one finds shelter, they may secure safety in a "stone chamber with orchid halls" (symbolizing a secure dwelling). All matters follow a pattern of initial adversity followed by eventual fortune: average agricultural yields, delayed financial or marital success, illnesses that first worsen before improving, etc. The recommended direction is due south, with fulfillment periods often tied to the numbers two, four, eight, or the cyclical branches yin, wu, and xu.

The seventy-third lot is also moderately neutral, emphasizing the importance of understanding everyday principles and exercising caution to avert misfortune. All matters remain stable: weather that is partly cloudy and partly clear, steady agricultural conditions, household tranquility, and financial opportunities—though haste should be avoided. This lot advises adhering to one’s proper role and following conventional wisdom, ensuring that illnesses can be treated, lost items recovered, and childbirth safely accomplished.

This spiritual divination text contains three lots, each corresponding to different fortunes and divination outcomes.

The first is a middling lot (No. 74), which states that while a precious mirror can reflect beauty and ugliness, its radiance is obscured by dust and requires polishing to shine brightly again. This foretells obstacles in affairs that can be overcome through effort. Specific divination results indicate: unsettled weather alternating between cloudy and clear, promising agricultural harvests, minor auspiciousness for burials, no livestock losses, travelers returning soon, successful plans though wealth comes slowly, favorable marriage prospects, no legal troubles, smooth meetings with guests, suitable conditions for travel and construction, minor illnesses without serious consequences, recovery of lost items, childbirth with some fright but no real danger, thieves escaping far away, moderately auspicious sacrifices, strange phenomena bringing minor misfortunes, small benefits from moving residences, eventual household prosperity, and delayed official documents. This lot's influence manifests during periods related to the numbers 3, 6, 9, or during Monkey, Rat, and Dragon years and their corresponding months/days, with favorable energy from the southeast direction.

The second is an inauspicious lot (No. 75), depicting a predawn search for lingzhi mushrooms in deep mountains where one becomes lost in misty clouds. This signifies insurmountable difficulties and dangers. Divination results show: clear weather but failed crops, post-burial misfortunes, livestock losses, obstructed travelers, failed plans, unfavorable wealth prospects, unsuccessful marriages, irresolvable legal disputes, difficult meetings, impeded journeys, inauspicious construction, lingering illnesses, unrecoverable lost items, difficult childbirths, escaped thieves, unsuitable sacrifices, ominous phenomena bringing disasters, ill-fated relocations, household unrest, and unavailable documents. Initially slightly auspicious but ultimately ominous, this lot's influence manifests during periods related to 2, 4, 8, or during Tiger, Horse, and Dog years and their corresponding months/days, with unfavorable energy from the southwest.

The third is another inauspicious lot (No. 76), describing an ascent up perilous peaks as challenging as climbing to heaven—while the upward journey brings exhilaration, the descent confronts bitter frost. This indicates initial smooth progress followed by severe hardships. Divination results reveal: partially cloudy weather, disappointing harvests, inauspicious burials, livestock damages, obstructed travelers, failed plans, unprofitable wealth pursuits, potentially broken marriages, protracted lawsuits, hindered meetings, unfavorable journeys, ill-advised construction, persistent illnesses, irrecoverable losses, risky childbirths, escaped thieves, ineffective sacrifices, ominous phenomena bringing disasters, relocation encountering misfortune, household disharmony, and unobtainable documents. Beginning with moderate fortune but ending in misfortune, this lot's influence manifests during periods related to 3, 6, 9, or during Snake, Rooster, and Ox years and their corresponding months/days, with unfavorable energy from the due west direction.

Lot 77 (Lower Lower Sign):

Just as the full moon begins to wane and the midday sun must decline, this reminds us to remain as cautious and diligent as we were at the beginning to avoid calamity.

This sign foretells great misfortune: unpredictable weather, failed harvests in fields and silkworm farms, ancestral graves affecting family fortune, livestock suffering disasters. Travelers will struggle to return, plans will falter, and financial pursuits will bring heavy losses. Marriage prospects are bleak, legal disputes will go poorly, visits to influential figures will prove futile, and long journeys are ill-advised. Construction projects will face setbacks, illnesses will worsen, and lost items will not be recovered. Pregnant women face danger, chasing thieves will be in vain, sacrifices may invite misfortune, strange phenomena will appear at home, and legal entanglements will persist. Moving house will bring no peace, the household will remain unsettled, and official documents or contracts will fail.

These ominous signs will manifest during periods related to the numbers one, five, or seven, or in the years of the Pig (Hai), Rabbit (Mao), or Goat (Wei). Special caution is needed in the due east direction.

Lot 78 (Upper Upper Sign):

The noble person of virtue is as gentle and refined as fine jade. Heaven will protect them, bestowing enduring blessings.

This sign heralds great fortune: weather will be timely and favorable, fields and silkworm farms will flourish, ancestral graves will bring auspicious energy, and livestock will thrive. Travelers will return soon, plans will succeed, and wealth-seeking will yield abundant profit. Marriage will be harmonious, legal disputes will be won, influential figures will be met, and journeys will proceed smoothly. Construction projects will advance without hindrance, illnesses will swiftly heal, and lost items will be quickly recovered. Pregnant women will deliver safely, thieves will be captured, sacrifices will bring blessings, and strange phenomena will vanish. Moving house will be auspicious, the household will find peace, and official documents or contracts will be secured.

These fortunate signs will manifest during periods related to the numbers two, four, or eight, or in the years of the Tiger (Yin), Horse (Wu), or Dog (Xu). The due south direction is especially favorable.

Lot 79 (Middle Balanced Sign):

When misfortune reaches its limit, fortune arises; as Yin recedes, Yang grows. The Dao (Way) moves in cycles—nothing departs without return.

This sign foretells a mix of good and ill: weather will alternate between sun and rain, harvests will be moderate, ancestral graves will have neutral influence, and livestock will remain unharmed. Travelers are still on their way, plans will half-succeed, and wealth-seeking will bring modest gains. Marriage will be delayed, legal disputes will begin perilously but end well, and visits to influential figures will meet minor obstacles. Journeys will proceed adequately, construction projects will face delays, and illnesses will worsen before improving. Lost items will be found late, pregnant women will face initial danger but deliver safely, and thieves will be caught after some time. Sacrifices will bring minor benefits, strange phenomena will fade, moving house should be done gradually, the household will slowly settle, and official documents or contracts will be delayed.

These signs will shift from inauspicious to fortunate, manifesting during periods related to the numbers three, six, or nine, or in the years of the Monkey (Shen), Rat (Zi), or Dragon (Chen). The northwest direction is particularly significant.

The Broad Sage's Divine Oracle for Assisting Heaven (扶天廣聖如意靈籤), Sign 81 (Moderately Balanced), states: Those with true great wisdom may appear dull, while the genuinely skillful seem clumsy. Only those who persistently cultivate daily virtue (De) are truly wise. This oracle predicts clear weather, successful farming and sericulture, minor auspiciousness for burials, and no loss of livestock. Travelers will soon return; planned matters, though delayed, will succeed. Wealth sought will come late but profitably, and marriages will be favorable. Legal disputes pose no threat, visits will proceed smoothly, and journeys should be taken slowly. Construction should maintain its usual pace, illnesses will heal, lost items will be recovered, childbirth will go smoothly, and thieves will be caught. However, sacrificial prayers will show little effect, strange phenomena are harmless, moving residences should follow tradition, the household will remain peaceful, and official documents can be pursued. This sign corresponds to the numbers 2, 4, and 8, as well as the years, months, days, and hours of the Tiger (Yin), Horse (Wu), and Dog (Xu), with its auspicious direction being Southwest.

Sign 82 (Lower-Lower) warns: Like exotic flowers in a garden—radiant as jade yet hollow—they eventually scatter with the wind. This oracle foretells rain, failed crops and silkworm rearing, post-burial misfortunes, and livestock losses. Travelers will face obstacles, plans will fail, wealth pursuits will be unprofitable, and marriages will prove difficult. Legal disputes will be hard to resolve, visits will be ill-timed, journeys will be hindered, construction will be inauspicious, illnesses will linger, lost items will remain missing, childbirth will be perilous, thieves will evade capture, sacrifices are inadvisable, strange phenomena portend disaster, moving residences brings danger, the household will be unsettled, and official documents will be hard to obtain. Though initially seeming fortunate, this sign ultimately brings misfortune. It corresponds to the numbers 2, 4, and 8, as well as the years, months, days, and hours of the Tiger (Yin), Horse (Wu), and Dog (Xu), with its direction due South.

Sign 83 (Lower-Lower) depicts: A wounded bird, though soaring high above the clouds and foraging on the plains, will soon be ensnared once more. This oracle predicts half-clouded, half-clear skies, disappointing harvests and sericulture, and inauspicious burials. Overall fortune is poor, with all endeavors facing setbacks.

Fu Tian Guang Sheng Ruyi Lingqian (Divine Lots for Supporting Heaven and Expanding Sageliness) Interpretation:

Lot 84 (Lower-Lower):

This reading indicates pervasive misfortune. Livestock will suffer losses, travelers will encounter obstacles, plans will prove difficult to realize, and financial pursuits will yield no profit. Marital bonds may rupture, legal disputes will drag on indefinitely, and social visits will meet with hindrances. Journeys will be fraught with difficulty, construction projects will prove inauspicious, illnesses will resist cure, and lost items will remain unrecovered. Pregnant women face delivery risks, capturing thieves will prove futile, and ritual prayers will lack efficacy. Ominous phenomena in the household will trigger disasters, relocation will bring calamity, domestic harmony will shatter, and contractual agreements will collapse.

These portents manifest during periods associated with the numbers 3, 6, or 9, or during Snake, Rooster, or Ox years/months/days/hours (巳/Sì, 酉/Yǒu, 丑/Chǒu). The inauspicious direction lies due north.

Lot 85 (Upper-Upper):

This supremely auspicious reading resembles stretching one’s hand to touch the Northern Dipper, tilting one’s head to drink celestial nectar, or treading constellations to roam the heavens. It heralds fair weather, bountiful harvests, and excellent grave-site geomancy (Feng Shui). Livestock will thrive, travelers return promptly, plans unfold smoothly, and wealth flows abundantly. Marital bliss awaits, lawsuits resolve favorably, and visits encounter noble patrons. Journeys proceed unimpeded, construction brings peace, illnesses vanish swiftly, and lost objects reappear instantly. Childbirth proceeds safely, thieves are captured easily, rituals attract blessings, and strange phenomena portend no harm. Relocation brings good fortune, households enjoy tranquility, and contracts reach fulfillment.

These blessings emerge during periods linked to the numbers 1, 5, or 7, or during Pig, Rabbit, or Goat years/months/days/hours (亥/Hài, 卯/Mǎo, 未/Wèi). The auspicious direction lies due east.

Lot 86 (Middle-Neutral):

This reading depicts perilous uncertainty—like standing at a chasm’s edge—yet divine protection ultimately ensures safety. Weather fluctuates between cloudy and clear, harvests prove mediocre, and grave-site geomancy shows mixed fortune. Livestock fortunes remain average, travelers linger en route, and plans achieve partial success. Financial gains are modest, marriages delay fulfillment, legal cases begin ominously but conclude favorably, and social visits meet minor obstructions.

(Note: The original text cuts off mid-sentence here. The complete translation would continue with the remaining omens and timing details if provided.)

The Fu Tian Guang Sheng Ruyi Lingqian (Divine Sticks of Heaven-Supporting and Sage-Expanding Wishes) explains the auspicious and inauspicious omens corresponding to different divination sticks. Here’s a plain interpretation of these passages:

Stick 87 (Neutral Fortune) suggests: Even under an ordinary household’s eaves, one can live in peace. Though not destined for great wealth, it ensures personal contentment. This stick foretells clear weather, stable farming conditions, and healthy livestock. Specifically: travelers will return late but achieve their goals; financial gains are favorable; marriage prospects are good; legal disputes will settle amicably; and meeting influential figures will go smoothly. However, caution is advised: travel slowly, follow conventional methods when building, illnesses will heal, lost items can be recovered, childbirth will be safe, and thieves can be caught. Yet, rituals yield little effect, no strange occurrences will happen, and moving residences should maintain the status quo. This stick’s influence is strongest in years of the Pig, Rabbit, or Sheep, or with the numbers 1, 5, or 7, and is most potent in the northeast direction.

Stick 88 (Neutral Fortune) uses the metaphor of a hibernating dragon: A divine dragon coils in winter’s chill but will soar through clouds when spring thunder rolls. This stick predicts rain, good harvests, minor blessings in grave geomancy, and no livestock losses. Specifically: travelers will return soon; delayed plans will eventually succeed; wealth comes slowly but surely; marriage is favorable; legal troubles will pass; and influential figures will accept you. It’s suitable for travel, construction, or building—illnesses are minor, lost items should be sought, childbirth may involve fright but no harm, and thieves have fled far. Rituals bring half-blessings, strange events are minor misfortunes, and moving brings slight benefits. This stick corresponds to the numbers 2, 4, or 8, years of the Tiger, Horse, or Dog, and is most potent in the due south direction.

Stick 89 (Great Misfortune) depicts a lively banquet: noble guests fill the hall with music and celebration, but joy turns to sorrow as tears soak robes. This stick foretells mixed weather, failed crops, post-burial misfortunes, and livestock losses. Specifically: travelers face obstacles; plans fail; wealth is unfavorable; marriage prospects are poor; legal disputes are hard to resolve; meeting influential figures is unlikely; travel is hindered; construction is inauspicious; illnesses are hard to cure; lost items won’t be found; childbirth is risky; thieves evade capture; rituals are ineffective; strange events are dire omens; and moving is ill-advised. This stick corresponds to the numbers 3, 6, or 9, years of the Monkey, Rat, or Dragon, and is most potent in the southeast direction.

This spiritual divination text presents four distinct fortune-telling outcomes, each illustrated with specific examples of auspicious or inauspicious signs.

The first is the lowest grade (Ninetieth Lot), beginning with a merchant's failed venture and a farmer unable to harvest due to unending rains. Under such fortune, nearly all endeavors meet misfortune: the weather remains unsettled, crops fail, funerals bring ill omen, livestock perish, travels face obstacles, plans collapse, wealth eludes, marriages break, lawsuits entangle, visits prove futile, journeys turn hazardous, home repairs misfire, illnesses linger, lost items stay missing, childbirth risks danger, thieves escape capture, rituals prove ineffective, strange occurrences invite calamity, relocations bring misfortune, households know no peace, and documents stall. These ominous signs manifest strongly during years of the Snake, Rooster, and Ox (巳酉丑 years), with the western direction being particularly inauspicious.

The second, equally inauspicious lot (Ninety-first) speaks of relentless misfortune where every action courts disaster, exhausting effort only to end in destitution. Specific manifestations include: sunny weather yet complete crop failure, burials that ruin families, livestock epidemics, travelers never returning, plans utterly failing, financial losses, marriages dissolving, disastrous lawsuits, fruitless visits, inadvisable journeys, ill-timed constructions, critical illnesses, permanent losses, perilous childbirths, futile thief pursuits, rituals that backfire, supernatural events triggering lawsuits, relocations inviting legal trouble, extreme domestic unrest, and unconcluded paperwork. This comprehensive misfortune peaks during years of the Boar, Rabbit, and Goat (亥卯未 years), with the eastern direction being most ominous.

The third represents supreme fortune (Ninety-second Lot), depicted through spring thunder awakening hibernating creatures and nature's revival. Specific blessings include: rainy weather ensuring bumper harvests, auspicious funerals, thriving livestock, travelers' prompt returns, spectacularly successful plans, windfall profits, blissful marriages, legal victories, encounters with benefactors, smooth journeys, flawless constructions, instant recoveries, immediate recovery of lost items, joyous childbirths, instant thief captures, rituals that bring blessings, harmless supernatural events, fortunate relocations, perfect domestic harmony, and seamless document processing. These auspicious signs peak during years of the Tiger, Horse, and Dog (寅午戌 years), with the southeast direction being most favorable.

The 93rd Lot (Moderately Favorable) describes flowers in full bloom in the forest, dazzling in their brilliance, yet by dusk they wither and fall, their beauty faded. Though they appear capable of bearing fine fruit, only half will come to fruition.

This divination suggests mixed outcomes in all matters: weather alternating between cloudy and clear, average harvests for crops and silkworms, burial arrangements that are half auspicious and half inauspicious. Livestock rearing proceeds smoothly, while travelers are still on their journey. Planned endeavors will achieve partial success, and financial gains will be halved. Marriages will be delayed; legal disputes begin perilously but later turn favorable. Meetings with others may encounter minor obstacles. Journeys will be half accomplished; construction should be postponed. Illnesses start severely but improve; lost items will be recovered though delayed. Childbirth begins difficult but ends safely; thieves will be apprehended after delays. Ritual offerings bring minor benefits; strange phenomena will dissipate. Moving house proceeds slowly; the household gradually stabilizes; correspondence experiences delays.

This lot corresponds to the numbers 3, 6, 9; to months and days of the Snake, Rooster, and Ox years (巳酉丑); and to the due north direction.

The 94th Lot (Moderately Favorable) states: The most divine are the spirits, the most noble are humans. The key to mutual trust between humans and deities lies in self-cultivation.

This divination indicates: rainy weather, stable agricultural yields, and uneventful burial arrangements. Livestock rearing is ordinary; returning travelers will be delayed. Plans will materialize; financial pursuits prove profitable; marriages succeed. Legal disputes reach reconciliation; meetings face no obstacles; travel should be unhurried. Construction follows standard procedures; illnesses are treatable. Missing persons or objects will be recovered; childbirth proceeds safely; thieves are catchable. Ritual prayers show no special efficacy; strange phenomena pose no threat; moving house maintains the status quo. The household remains peaceful; proactive effort benefits written correspondence.

This lot corresponds to the numbers 2, 4, 8; to months and days of the Tiger, Horse, and Dog years (寅午戌); and to the due south direction.

The 95th Lot (Moderately Favorable) depicts: Galloping divine steeds along a broad highway—though they may stumble midway, they swiftly regain their footing and soar anew.

This divination foretells: clear weather, promising agricultural prospects, and slightly auspicious burial arrangements. Livestock suffer no losses; travelers will soon return. Planned matters succeed after delays; financial gains arrive late but prove beneficial; marriages are attainable. Legal cases hold no worries; meetings gain approval; journeys are favorable; construction should commence. Illnesses pose no serious threat; missing persons or objects should be sought. Childbirth involves minor frights; thieves have fled far. Rituals bring half-blessings; strange phenomena cause minor misfortunes. Moving house yields slight advantages; the household ultimately finds harmony; documents arrive belatedly.

This lot begins ominously but turns favorable, corresponding to the numbers 1, 5, 7; to months and days of the Pig, Rabbit, and Goat years (亥卯未); and to the northeast direction.

The Fu Tian Guang Sheng Ruyi Lingqian (Broad Sage's Heaven-Supporting Divination Sticks) describes various ominous signs when drawing the worst lots. The 96th lot compares one's situation to reed flowers swaying in spring sunlight—though they appear vibrant at first, they wither and scatter when the autumn dew descends, foretelling a seemingly promising start that ends in ruin.

Specific predictions include: weather alternating between cloudy and clear, failed crops, calamities following burials, lost livestock, travelers facing obstacles, plans thwarted, financial gains blocked, marriages failing, legal disputes unresolved, visits proving futile, journeys hindered, construction inauspicious, illnesses lingering, lost items unrecovered, childbirth endangered, thieves escaping capture, rituals proving ineffective, and strange occurrences haunting the household. Moving objects invites misfortune, the home remains unsettled, and official documents meet delays. These misfortunes manifest on days linked to the numbers 3, 6, or 9, or during the Shen, Zi, or Chen years (Years of the Monkey, Rat, or Dragon), with heightened caution toward the southeast.

The 97th lot warns that without prior planning, even a nobleman's aid arrives too late when disaster strikes—one can only sigh over illness. Predictions: clear skies but agricultural disappointment, inauspicious burials, livestock losses. Travelers are obstructed, plans collapse, wealth remains elusive, marriages dissolve, lawsuits entangle, visits are rebuffed, journeys turn unfavorable. Construction brings harm, illnesses persist, lost items vanish, childbirth is perilous, thieves evade capture, rituals prove futile, strange events invite calamity, relocations trigger misfortune, the household stays turbulent, and documents stall. These omens emerge on days tied to 1, 5, or 7, or during the Hai, Mao, or Wei years (Years of the Pig, Rabbit, or Goat), with vigilance toward the east.

The 98th lot speaks of relentless supernatural disturbances, household depletion, and unending disasters—urgent rituals are needed to dispel misfortune. Predictions: excessive rain ruins crops, burials bankrupt families, livestock perish. Travelers fail to return, plans utterly collapse, wealth is severely lost. Marriage prospects vanish, lawsuits turn dire, visits find no hosts, travel is ill-advised. Construction is harmful, illnesses become critical, lost items stay gone, childbirth invites doom, chasing thieves is futile, rituals backfire, strange events spark lawsuits, relocations bring legal strife, the home descends into chaos, and documents are void. These misfortunes arise on days linked to 2, 4, or 8, or during the Yin, Wu, or Xu years (Years of the Tiger, Horse, or Dog), with the southwest being most ominous.

The 99th lot is the most auspicious (Shang Shang Qian), though the original text lacks details—presumably, it heralds exceptionally favorable omens.

Divination Slip 101 (Great Auspice):

The celestial signs are expansive, with the two energies of Yin and Yang (referring to the fundamental forces of heaven and earth) harmoniously blending. All beings, whether animals or plants, find their rightful place. This omen foretells: weather half-cloudy and half-clear, abundant harvests in farming and sericulture, favorable burials, thriving livestock, travelers returning soon, successful plans, prosperous wealth, harmonious marriages, smooth legal disputes, encounters with noble patrons, unobstructed journeys, safe construction of homes, swift recovery from illness, recovery of lost items, smooth childbirth, easy capture of thieves, blessings from rituals, harmless strange phenomena, auspicious relocations, peaceful households, and smooth handling of documents. These auspicious signs will manifest on days related to the numbers three, six, or nine, or during the years and months of the Snake, Rooster, or Ox (巳年, 酉年, 丑年) and their corresponding hours. The favorable direction is due west.

Divination Slip 100 (Moderate Fortune):

Desires remain unpurified, and the body is exhausted by toil. Only through diligent cultivation of the profound Dao (the Way) can one attain longevity. This omen indicates: clear weather but average harvests, semi-favorable burials, mediocre livestock, travelers still on the road, half-successful plans, moderate wealth, delayed marriages, legal disputes turning from ominous to auspicious, slight obstacles in meeting noble patrons, partially smooth journeys, postponed construction, illness shifting from severe to mild, slow recovery of lost items, childbirth difficult at first but easier later, delayed capture of thieves, minor blessings from rituals, strange phenomena dissipating, cautious relocation, gradual household stability, and slow progress in documents. These signs shift from ominous to auspicious, manifesting on days related to the numbers one, five, or seven, or during the years of the Pig, Rabbit, or Goat (亥年, 卯年, 未年). The favorable direction is northeast.

Divination Slip 101 (Moderate Fortune):

Do not indulge in empty talk, lest you deceive both yourself and heaven. The divine sees all, leaving no room for error. This omen indicates: clear weather, stable farming, unobstructed burials, average livestock, delayed return of travelers, achievable plans, decent wealth, eventual marriages, peaceful legal disputes, unhindered meetings with noble patrons, cautious journeys, normal construction, treatable illness, recoverable lost items, safe childbirth, capturable thieves, neutral ritual outcomes, harmless strange phenomena, advisable retention of current residence, household peace, and proactive handling of documents. These moderate signs will manifest on days related to the numbers one, five, or seven, or during the years of the Pig, Rabbit, or Goat. The favorable direction is due east.

Divination Slip 102 (Moderate Fortune):

The phoenix (a divine bird) sings in seclusion, while ducks feed together. Suddenly riding the celestial wind, it soars freely to the highest heavens. This omen metaphorically suggests: within an ordinary situation lies extraordinary opportunity. When the moment arrives (celestial wind), one may transcend limitations and reach sublime heights. Though the current circumstances seem mundane, they conceal the potential for transformation and ascension.

The interpretations of these three inauspicious divination slips from Fu Tian Guang Sheng Ruyi Lingqian are as follows:

The 103rd slip mentions that the wood of the wutong tree, which could have been crafted into fine qin and se (ancient musical instruments), is instead burned as firewood, its ashes scattering in the wind—a lamentable waste. This foretells a sky half-clouded and half-clear, failed harvests, misfortune following burials, and losses among livestock. Though a distant traveler may return, financial pursuits and plans will be delayed. While marriage may succeed, other endeavors face obstacles. Official documents and correspondence will move sluggishly. It is advisable to pray toward the south. The inauspicious signs will manifest in the numbers two, four, and eight, or during the years of the Tiger, Horse, and Dog (Yin, Wu, Xu).

The 104th slip uses the metaphor of a carp leaping from a tiny pond (蹄涔躍鯉), only to be caught in the net of the fisherman Yu Ju as soon as it reaches the great river. This predicts rainy weather unfavorable for farming, ill omens for burials, and harm to livestock. All endeavors will meet hindrances: no profit in seeking wealth, broken marriages, legal entanglements, unfavorable travel conditions, and difficult recoveries from illness. Praying toward the northwest is recommended. The inauspicious signs will appear in the numbers three, six, and nine, or during the years of the Monkey, Rat, and Dragon (Shen, Zi, Chen).

The 105th slip warns of the peril of sleeping atop a pile of firewood (厝火積薪), where disaster has already taken root—so severe that even divine aid may be futile. Clear skies paradoxically become an ill omen, crops will fail utterly, burials will ruin families, and livestock will suffer calamities. Every inquiry yields ominous results, including household unrest and undelivered documents. The inauspicious signs will emerge in the numbers two, four, and eight, or during the years of the Tiger, Horse, and Dog (Yin, Wu, Xu), with the southwest direction being especially unfavorable.

The common thread in these three slips is the hidden danger beneath seemingly ordinary circumstances, cautioning the diviner against reckless action in all matters. The directions, numbers, and zodiac years mentioned correspond to Daoist conceptions of temporal and spatial nodes where inauspicious energies are most likely to erupt.

The 106th Divination (Moderately Auspicious) indicates a current fortune that is below average. Like climbing a mountain without a carriage or crossing a river without a bridge, one faces numerous difficulties. Yet suddenly, as if stepping onto azure clouds, fortune will turn, allowing one to eventually soar with wings unfurled. In detail: the weather is partly cloudy, crop yields are average, and burial arrangements proceed smoothly. Livestock breeding is mediocre, and those traveling afar are on their way home. Plans will be half-realized, and financial luck is middling. Marriage will come later, and legal disputes, though initially perilous, will improve. Visiting others may encounter minor obstacles, but travel is favorable. Construction or renovations should be postponed, and illnesses, though severe at first, will recover. Lost items will be found slowly, and childbirth, though risky initially, will end safely. Catching thieves will take time, and prayers or offerings yield modest results. Strange occurrences will gradually fade, moving should be delayed, the household will stabilize over time, and document processing will be sluggish. These correspond to the numbers 3, 6, and 9; the years of the Snake, Rooster, and Ox and their associated months; and the due north direction.

The 107th Divination (Moderately Auspicious) describes a stable and peaceful state. Neither honor nor disgrace can sway you, and worldly chaos does not concern you—simply abide in the right path and keep virtuous company. In detail: the weather is clear, crop yields are steady, and burial arrangements proceed smoothly. Livestock breeding is normal, and travelers will return late. Plans will come to fruition, finances are favorable, and marriage is attainable. Legal disputes will be resolved amicably, visits to others face no hindrance, and travel is best taken slowly. Construction should follow routine, illnesses will be cured, lost items will be found, and childbirth will go smoothly. Thieves will be caught, prayers or offerings yield little effect, and no strange occurrences arise. Moving should maintain the status quo, the household is peaceful, and submitting documents is favorable. These correspond to the numbers 1, 5, and 7; the years of the Pig, Rabbit, and Sheep and their associated months; and the due east direction.

The 108th Divination (Moderately Auspicious) uses uncarved jade as a metaphor for human potential. Like a precious stone hidden among gravel, though initially unremarkable, it will eventually reveal its worth, just as the He Shi Jade was discovered by Bian He. In detail: there will be rain, crops show promise of a good harvest, and burials are slightly auspicious. Livestock suffer no losses, and travelers will return soon. Plans will come to fruition later, financial gains will be slow, and marriage....

The interpretations of these inauspicious lots from the "Fu Tian Guang Sheng Ruyi Lingqian" are as follows:

The 109th lot depicts a magnificent steed (a prized qianli horse) that should gallop a thousand miles daily, yet is forced to share its manger with broken-down nags, ultimately perishing in its stable. This foretells fortune turning from auspicious to ominous: weather alternating between cloudy and clear, failed harvests, calamities following burials, livestock losses, travelers hindered, and all endeavors meeting obstacles—financial pursuits unfruitful, marriages unconsummated, lawsuits unresolved, and audiences with dignitaries denied. Illnesses prove intractable, lost objects unrecoverable, childbirth perilous, and sacrificial rites inauspicious. These ominous signs manifest during Shen, Zi, or Chen zodiac years (Years of the Monkey, Rat, or Dragon) or in the southeast direction.

The 110th lot employs the metaphor of "the front cart overturned, yet the rear cart follows the same tracks to disaster," warning of repeated misfortunes. Though skies appear clear, agriculture disappoints, burials bode ill, and livestock suffer. All affairs encounter blockages: travelers detained, plans foiled, wealth squandered, marriages broken, and legal entanglements prolonged. Sickness lingers, relocation invites misfortune, and households know no peace. These portents emerge during Hai, Mao, or Wei zodiac years (Years of the Pig, Rabbit, or Goat) or in the northeast direction.

The 111st lot presents the dire image of "swallows returning with food to find their nest ablaze, left homeless with ceaseless cries," heralding extreme misfortune. Despite fair weather, crops fail utterly, burials presage family ruin, livestock perish, and distant travelers cannot return. All significant undertakings meet catastrophic failure—enterprises collapse completely, finances hemorrhage disastrously, marriage prospects vanish entirely, and grave legal battles ensue. Illnesses become chronic, relocation guarantees peril, and households descend into utter turmoil. These exceptionally potent omens demand utmost vigilance.

The Fu Tian Guang Sheng Ruyi Lingqian (Heaven-Supporting, Sage-Expanding, Wish-Fulfilling Divine Lots) presents three medium-fortune divination slips indicating fluctuating developments with ultimately acceptable outcomes. Here's the detailed interpretation:

Lot 112 reveals that accumulated transgressions will precipitate swift calamity. Sincere repentance (kowtowing in self-chastisement) can avert complete failure. Specific prognostications: weather will be partly cloudy, harvests mediocre, funeral arrangements moderately smooth, and livestock conditions average. Travelers remain en route, plans will half-succeed, and finances prove middling. Marriage will be delayed, legal disputes turn from peril to resolution, while visits encounter minor obstacles. Construction should be postponed; illnesses begin severely but improve; lost items will be recovered belatedly. Childbirth starts dangerously but ends safely; thieves are caught though slowly; rituals yield moderate efficacy. Supernatural phenomena will dissipate; relocation should wait; households gradually stabilize; documents face delays. These correspond to the numbers 2, 4, 8, manifesting most prominently during Tiger/Horse/Dog years (Yin/Wu/Xu) in their respective months/days/hours, with southwest as the auspicious direction.

Lot 113 emphasizes that "speech invites misfortune, while action cultivates De (Virtue)"—prudent conduct ensures peaceful longevity. Prognostications: intermittent clouds, stable farming conditions, ordinary funerals, and normal livestock health. Travelers return late; plans materialize; finances improve; marriages proceed. Legal disputes reconcile; visits face no hindrance; journeys require gradual progress. Standard construction suffices; illnesses heal; lost objects are retrievable; childbirth proceeds smoothly. Thieves are apprehended; rituals prove ineffective; no supernatural occurrences; relocation unnecessary. Households remain tranquil; document applications favorable. These align with numbers 3, 6, 9, activated during Snake/Rooster/Ox years (Si/You/Chou) in their cyclical periods, with due west as the key orientation.

Lot 114 employs the metaphor of fragrant orchids (delicate sweet herbs) obscured by weeds, symbolizing unrecognized talent that ultimately gains appreciation ("the noble one esteems me"). Forecasts: clear skies, promising harvests, minor funeral auspiciousness, and livestock unharmed. Travelers return soon; plans succeed after waiting; delayed but good finances; marriage achievable. No litigation; visits permitted; travel advisable. Construction favorable; illnesses non-threatening; lost items warrant searching; childbirth involves momentary fright without harm.

These three spiritual lots are all ominous signs, foretelling unfavorable circumstances.

The 115th lot speaks of understanding the principle of knowing when to stop. He who knows contentment avoids disgrace; he who knows when to halt avoids danger. Disregarding this advice will lead to misfortune. Specific predictions: though the weather will clear, crops will fail, livestock will suffer losses, travelers will encounter obstacles, neither wealth nor official positions can be obtained, marriage prospects are poor, legal disputes remain unresolved, illnesses prove difficult to cure, moving residences brings bad luck, domestic unrest persists, and correspondence faces delays. These situations are most likely to occur during the first, fifth, or seventh lunar months, or during years of the Hai, Mao, or Wei zodiac signs, with particularly inauspicious influences from the northeast direction.

The 116th lot depicts a man gathering herbs in the mountains who encounters an immortal attendant (in Daoism, these are celestial guides for spiritual cultivation), but lacking sufficient cultivation, he cannot follow. Predictions: weather alternates between cloudy and clear, agricultural yields are poor, livestock suffers losses, travelers face hindrances, neither wealth nor official positions can be secured, marital problems may arise, legal cases drag on, illnesses resist treatment, moving residences is ill-advised, domestic turmoil continues, and correspondence encounters difficulties. These situations most frequently occur during the third, sixth, or ninth lunar months, or during years of the Shen, Zi, or Chen zodiac signs, with particularly unfavorable influences from the northwest direction.

The 117th lot employs the parable of "bending the chimney and removing firewood" (meaning to prevent disaster by taking precautions beforehand) to illustrate the consequences of ignoring warnings. Predictions: though the weather is clear, crops fail severely, livestock meets with disaster, travelers may not return, both wealth and official positions prove exceptionally difficult to obtain, marriage prospects are bleak, legal disputes carry extreme danger, illnesses become life-threatening, moving residences may lead to lawsuits, households experience exceptional unrest, and correspondence cannot be completed. These circumstances are particularly severe, requiring extra caution.

This spiritual divination text explains three ominous "lower lower" lots, each corresponding to different inauspicious signs and their manifestation periods. I'll explain them one by one:

The first lot (No. 118) uses the metaphor of "a cicada drinking dew on a tall poplar while a mantis secretly watches, only to suddenly meet disaster," foretelling misfortune in all aspects. Specifically: unpredictable weather leads to poor harvests, ancestral burials bring subsequent calamities, livestock will perish, travelers encounter obstacles, neither wealth nor endeavors will succeed, marriages face discord, legal disputes remain unresolved, meetings with influential figures prove fruitless, journeys are hindered, house construction brings bad luck, illnesses resist cure, lost items remain unfound, childbirth proves difficult, thieves evade capture, and rituals prove ineffective. Strange phenomena in the household will cause misfortune, moving residences invites danger, domestic peace is disturbed, and legal documents remain unsigned. These omens most likely manifest on days related to the numbers 1, 5, or 7, or during the years/months/days of Hai (亥), Mao (卯), or Wei (未), with the inauspicious direction being due east.

The second lot (No. 119) symbolizes "a dim moon just beginning to wax only to be obscured by clouds," indicating initial promise ultimately yielding emptiness. Specific signs include: partly cloudy weather, disappointing harvests, inauspicious burials, livestock losses, travel obstructions, failed plans, financial disappointment, marital breakdowns, entangled lawsuits, blocked access to patrons, ill-fated journeys, unlucky construction, lingering illnesses, unrecoverable losses, endangered pregnancies, futile thief pursuits, ineffective rituals, supernatural phenomena causing disasters, perilous relocations, household unrest, and unconcluded paperwork. These signs initially appear moderately favorable but ultimately turn ominous, particularly manifesting on days related to 3, 6, or 9, or during the years/months/days of Si (巳), You (酉), or Chou (丑), with the dangerous direction being due north.

The third lot (No. 120) employs the metaphor of "a beast falling into a trap, a bird caught in a snare" to depict sudden catastrophe. The signs are more severe: despite fair weather, crops fail completely; burials cause family decline; livestock perish; travelers don't return; all endeavors face extreme misfortune; financial pursuits bring great loss; marriage prospects vanish; lawsuits prove disastrous; influential meetings are hopeless; journeys are strictly forbidden; construction is ill-advised; illnesses become critical; lost items disappear entirely; childbirth shows ominous signs; thief chases prove futile; rituals backfire; supernatural phenomena trigger lawsuits; relocations invite legal trouble; households experience extreme unrest; and legal contracts become completely unattainable. These are all dire omens, especially likely to manifest on days related to 2, 4, or 8, or during the years/months/days of Yin (寅), Wu (午), or Xu (戌), with the perilous direction being due south.

(Note: "坟葬" refers to ancestral burial matters; "谒见" means audiences with important figures; "恠异" (variant of "怪异") indicates supernatural phenomena; "移徙" means relocation; "文书" refers to legal contracts and official documents)

The Fu Tian Guang Sheng Ruyi Lingqian (Broad Sage of Heaven's Support Divination Sticks) is a Daoist scripture used for divination and guidance. "Fu Tian" (Supporting Heaven) signifies assisting the celestial order, "Guang Sheng" (Broad Sage) denotes spreading the teachings of sages widely, while "Ruyi" (As One Wishes) indicates the fulfillment of heartfelt desires. These spiritual lots provide divine guidance to devotees through a drawing ritual, helping to resolve doubts and foretell fortunes.

Each lot typically contains poetic prophecies that require interpretation based on the seeker's specific question and personal circumstances. Those seeking divination must approach with sincere intent, following standardized liturgical procedures (Keyi) at Daoist temples. The obtained verses often convey wisdom about cultivating virtue (De), refining one's conduct, and navigating auspicious or inauspicious circumstances. Every lot corresponds to particular fortune readings, potentially revealing changes regarding career, health, marriage, or other life aspects—marked by varying degrees of blessing or caution.

The text embodies the Daoist integration of cosmic principles (Yin-Yang, Five Phases) with practical life guidance, where deciphering the "hidden celestial mechanism" (tianji) within the verses becomes an exercise in aligning human affairs with the Dao (the Way).