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The 36 Bambos represent Axis of of the Earth

4 suites of 9 bamboos.
The 36 Points or Circles represent the Wheel of Heaven

4 suites of 9 points.
The 36 Characters represent the changes of the life of Man

4 suites of 9 caracters.
16 Simple Honors, 4 times 4 Directions or Winds.
12 Superior Honors, 4 times 3 Dragons.
8 Supreme Honors
4 Flowers
4 Seasons
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Mahjong Chinese Symbolism of the 144 Tiles

The Meaning of each Tile
The 36 Bambos represent Axis of of the Earth

4 suites of 9 bamboos.
Bamboo 1
Symbol: Peacock
This is the first tile of the first suit in a Mahjong set. Overall, it
represents success. However, it also warns that success sometimes
turns to arrogance, which can lead to loss of everything that has
been gained. The Peacock tile also suggests a change in your life
path is forthcoming.
Chinese Symbol and Pinyin Pronunciation
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Bamboo 2
Symbol: Duck
The Duck tile symbolizes a long lasting relationship with the strength to
overcome all obstacles. It suggests fidelity and trustworthiness as well.
Regardless of the type of partnership in question, the 2 Bamboo tile
indicates a strong, healthy relationship.
Bamboo 3
Symbol: Toad
The Toad tile indicates some troubling moments along your life's path, but
these aches will heal. It also suggests your ambition may be greater than
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your reach.
Bamboo 4
Symbol: Carp
The Carp tile indicates the attainment of inner-peace, tranquility, and
freedom from the pressures of everyday life. Contentment will be realized.
The Carp's vibrant colors suggest a rich life. This may mean the coming of
material and/or spiritual wealth.
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Bamboo 5
Symbol: Lotus Flower
The Lotus Flower tile represents birth or rebirth. On a spiritual level it may
indicate you are about to reach new heights in your understanding of your
place in the cosmos. Physically it may suggest a child is coming, or a new
project is about to emerge. The Lotus Flower tile also speaks of
regeneration, and may indicate a time of recovery from hardship
Bamboo 6
Symbol: Water
The Water tile denotes a need for communication. A trip may be necessary
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to communicate properly. You may be called upon to present proof of

ownership or that an event actually took place.
Bamboo 7
Symbol: Tortoise
The Tortoise tile suggests impatience with the time certain aspects are
taking to play themselves out. It is likely any open issues you may have will
need extra attention and patience to resolve properly. The Tortoise also
symbolizes long life.
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Bamboo 8
Symbol: Mushroom
The Mushroom tile represents eternal life and oddity. It gets these
attributes from the fact that mushrooms in nature always seem to
regenerate and often popup where they are unexpected. The notion of
oddity is derived from the mushroom seemingly having the nature of a
plant, but lacking leaves. The Mushroom tile foretells the coming of
unexpected events that will have a lasting impact on you.
Bamboo 9
Symbol: Willow Tree
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The Willow Tree tile represents adaptability and survival in the face of
harsh conditions. The Willow bends before the bitter winter winds, but does
not break. The Willow tile suggests compromise. You must be willing to
give some to get some.
The 36 Points or Circles represent the Wheel of Heaven

4 suites of 9 points.
Circles 1
Symbol: Pearl
The Pearl tile denotes the attainment of wealth and a life of luxury. The task
will be to balance your spiritual self with your physical self.
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Circles 2
Symbol: Pine Tree
The Pine Tree tile represents strength and resolve. It often refers to a
powerful, determined man. While powerful, this person is not violent, but
very skilled in attaining his goals through diplomacy.
Circles 3
Symbol: Phoenix
The Phoenix tile indicates great happiness and joy. The Phoenix is said to
be reborn out its ashes. Accordingly the Phoenix tile also denotes sure
recovery from any setbacks encountered.
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Circles 4
Symbol: Jade
The Jade tile indicates hard work resulting in spectacular results. Jade is
thought to be an "immortal stone" to many. Therefore is also denotes
longevity of relationships, life and principled values.
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Circles 5
Symbol: Dragon
The Dragon tile indicates good luck and large fortunes. Effort is not a
prerequisite for the gain suggested by the Dragon tile. You cannot work
towards acquiring the Dragon's gifts. They will come when they come, and
will most likely be a surprise.
Circles 6
Symbol: Peach
The Peach tile represents the female spirit in its purest form. Where the
Peach tile appears it is likely a woman or possibly a young girl will play an
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important role in outcome of your reading.
Circles 7
Symbol: Insect
The Insect tile indicates short-term gain through a short flurry of hectic
work. It is important to realize that the gains the Insect tile offers are not
lasting, or of long-term importance. At best they are a stopgap until more
substantial goals come along.
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Circles 8
Symbol: White Tiger
The White Tiger tile is epitomizes masculinity in its purest form. The male
represented by the White Tiger is brave and assertive. He will fight to
protect what he feels is right.
Circles 9
Symbol: Unicorn
The Unicorn tile indicates a clear vision of the future and the ability to see
people for who the really are. In rare cases the Unicorn tile may suggest a
person with psychic powers.
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The 36 Characters represent the changes of the life of Man

4 suites of 9 caracters.
Wan 1
Symbol: Entering
The Entering tile indicates that barriers you now face will soon be lifted.
Opportunity and success are ahead, but you must have the courage and
energy to take advantage of them.
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Wan 2
Symbol: Sword
The Sword tile indicates a decision must be made before attainment of your
goals can be reached.
Wan 3
Symbol: Land
The Land tile suggests either a stable setting in which you are already
thriving, or one that will exist in the near future. With stability your success
and vision will grow.
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Wan 4
Symbol: Lute
The Lute tile indicates a need for relaxation
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Wan 5
Symbol: House
The House tile represents a building in which you spend much time. If your
reading is positive it may well be that this building has the important
function providing you with a stable environment in which you are
comfortable. If the reading is negative it may represent a structure in which
you are stressed and uncomfortable.
Wan 6
Symbol: Fire
The Fire tile is a strong warning that something is wrong or out of balance.
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The Fire tile is a warning. Your resources are in jeopardy. These

endangered resources may be financial or spiritual or physical. In fact,
resources of all types may be in danger.
Wan 7
Symbol: Seven Stars
The Seven Stars tile signifies creative growth and power. Creativity should
be applied to the area this tile appears. This is a place to let your
imagination run free. The Seven Stars tile also indicates hope for the future.
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Wan 8
Symbol: Knot
The Knot tile represents both bonding and severing. If the Sword tile (2
Wan) is in your reading then the time to sever ties with someone or
something is at hand. Conversely if the Duck tile (2 Bamboo) is in your
reading then there is bond that will strengthen. If both or neither appear in
your reading, then you have a relationship of some kind that is of
undecided value.
Wan 9
Symbol: Heaven
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The Heaven tile suggests completion. This tile denotes a time for you to
consider moving on to your next goal.
16 Simple Honors, 4 times 4 Directions or Winds.
East Wind
Symbol: Wood
Generally the East Wind tile represents the querent. The tiles nearest the
East tile in a reading have added importance.
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South Wind
Symbol: Fire
The South Wind tile is considered to be a very good sign in a reading. It
almost ensures a satisfactory end to any problem.
West Wind
Symbol: Metal
The West Wind tile represents an obstacle that must be faced before you
can make progress towards your goals. This obstacle may be anything
from a person to needing to find work.
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North Wind
Symbol: Water
The North Wind tile indicates there will be difficult moments ahead. These
can be canceled out if the South Wind Tile is in your reading as well.
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Red Dragon
Symbol: Center
The Red Dragon tile is indicative of success and the fulfillment of your
goals.
Green Dragon
Symbol: Commence
The Green Dragon tile suggests the time has come for you to begin a new
project, or take your life in a new direction.
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White Dragon
Symbol: The Unknown
The White Dragon tile denotes unknown factors in your reading. Exactly
what these factors are is beyond our vision, but they will have an impact on
your life.
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4 Flowers
Plum Blossom
Symbol: Innocence
The Plum tile reflects renewal and viewing your world with fresh
viewpoints. It is an inherently
Orchid
Symbol: Refinement
The Orchid tile suggests there may be rare and refined experiences
coming into your life. Enjoy them!
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Chrysanthemum
Symbol: Pleasure
The Chrysanthemum tile indicates you will enjoy a happy time filled
with social activities and leisurely moments untainted by the
demands of everyday life.
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Bamboo
Symbol: Scholarship
The Bamboo tile indicates an adaptable, useful spirit. The Bamboo
tile is also associated with scholarly pursuits.
4 Seasons
Spring
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Symbol: The Fisherman

The tile of The Fisherman suggests success can be attained through
the application of common sense and careful management of your
time and relationships. The Fisherman is thorough and patient. He
knows that while his efforts will be rewarded as long as he does not
give up.
Summer
Symbol: The Woodcutter
The Woodcutter employs three of the 5 elements central to Chinese
philosophy: Fire, Wood and Metal. He is ambitious and full of drive
and energy. He represents gain and success through dedicated
work.
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Fall
Symbol: The Farmer
The Farmer represents rewards gained through hard work and faith
in oneself. He harvests riches from the planting and nurturing of his
crops.
Winter
Symbol: The Scholar
The Scholar represents gain through intellectual pursuits. The
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Scholar's mind is sharp and find solutions to the most difficult

problems.
Mahjong Symbols 01
( Majiang, Mjing, Mah Jong, Mah Jongg, Mahjongg, Majong )
The knowledge of the symbolism of Mahjong is not essential with

the player. It does nothing but add to the pleasure of the play itself
by locating it in its philosophical and cosmological context1. This
page illustrates the principal symbols by accompanying them by
the Chinese characters adapted according to the people who are
interested in the language and the Chinese culture.
The initiators and first

players of Mahjong were
well-read men.
Consequently they knew
very well Yi Jing (I
Ching) the Book of
Changes.
The square formed by

the 144 tiles posed in
front of the players
represents the Universe
in which the trinity which
form the Sky, the Earth
and the Man interact.
The Four Seasons
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represent the Sky.
Spring, Summer,
Autumn, Winter.4 tiles for
each of the 3 dragons
The Four Directions

represent the Earth.
North, South, East,

West.
4 tiles for each of the 4
winds
The Four Flowers are

the symbol of the
movement of the life.
They represent the Man.
Plum, Orchids,
Chrysanthemum,
Bamboo.
The three dragons
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The knowledge of the symbolism of Mahjong is not essential with

the player. It does nothing but add to the pleasure of the play itself
by locating it in its philosophical and cosmological context1. This
page illustrates the principal symbols by accompanying them by
the Chinese characters adapted according to the people who are
interested in the language and the Chinese culture.
Each of the Three Dragons
represent the Universe
extreme forces: the White
Dragon for Heaven; the green
Dragon for Earth and the Red
Dragon for Man.
The three dragon (Cardinal)
tiles coincide with the three
Cardinal virtues taught by
Confucius. These are: Zhong,
Fa, Bai
In a tiles set there are four
white dragons; four green
dragons and four red dragons.
4 tiles for each of the 3
dragons (12)
The White Dragon

(bai2pi2) symbolize
Heaven. It is a blank or
white tile with a blue
contour. In some western
versions there is a B for
bai2 in Mandarin or P for
pa in Cantonese which
means white in both case.
The white symbolize the
superior order, the spiritual
order.
The Green Dragon (qing

fa) with the symbol fa1, first
character of fa1cai2
meaning prosperity, good
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fortune and symbolize the

Earth.
In some western versions
there is a F for fa1 in
Mandarin
ou
The Green Dragon

symbolize the inferior
order, the plants one, the
natural cycle.
The Red Dragon tile on

which is written the symbol
zhong1 "middle" symbolize
the Man in the middle of
the heaven and the earth.
ou
In some western versions

there is a C for chong in
Cantonese, the equivalent
of zhong1 in Mandarin.
Here we see the traditional
form of the character long2
for dragon on the tile at left.
The middle order is the
animal order, including
man.
The three suits

The knowledge of the symbolism of Mahjong is not essential with the player.
It does nothing but add to the pleasure of the play itself by locating it in its
philosophical and cosmological context. This page illustrates the principal
symbols by accompanying them by the Chinese characters adapted
according to the people who are interested in the language and the Chinese
culture.
three categories
The three suits represent

movements of the three
extremes
The Dots or Circles represent the
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tube, tubular object
bamboo
in scripted characters
Wheel of Heaven
4 sets of 9 tiles
numbered 1 to 9
The Bamboos represent the Axis

of of the Earth
4 sets of 9 tiles
numbered 1 to 9
The Characters represent the

changes of the life of Man
4 sets of 9 tiles
numbered 1 to 9
A modern Oracle from an ancient game beautiful Mahjong divination tiles

(Mahjong, Majiang, Majong, Majhong Mahjongg, Mah-jong)
)
Daily Mahjong Tile
Use this reading to see what
influences will dominate your day
Past, Present, Future

This reading explores factors that
have influenced your past, present
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and plan your time accordingly.
and future
The Coming Year Reading

This Reading is used to reveal key
influences that will effect your life
from month to month over the next
year. In this reading dominoes
may repeat themselves. Indeed,
you may find that the same
Mahjong tile reflects the primary
influences many months in your
coming year will be under.
Relationship Reading
This reading concentrates on the
dynamics of your relationship with
another person. The other person
may be a mate, or business
partner, or even an enemy. This
reading can be used to explore
your relationship with a group as
well..
The Reversed Compass Reading

This reading sets the tiles in the
celestial form instead of the
terrestrial format that is used in
navigational compasses. This is
done to follow the traditions
inherent in Chinese Philosophy.
This complex reading is very
flexible in that you may focus on a
specific or general question, or no
question at all when using it.
The Three Dragons Reading

In Chinese Culture the Dragon is
generally considered a sign of
great luck and power. However the
Red, Green and White Dragons in
Mahjong represent three distinct
influences that can affect your life.
The Dragon Reading creates a
relationship between sets of tiles
to each Dragon to explore how the
Three Dragons will influence you
now and in the near future.
The Four Courses

The Four Courses reading
presents possible paths for the
querent to take to reach a more
complete state of being. While all
paths may offer a degree of
fulfillment, usually one will be more
fruitful than the others. The trick of
course, is to pick the one that will
bring most beneficial results.
Attainment Reading
Use this reading to assist in
reaching, or possibly even defining
your goals for the future. This
reading explores both your
weaknesses and strengths, and
suggest areas in which you will
have to make some effort to
ensure you reach your goals.
Samples of readings
Your Daily Tile
April 18, 2015
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Wan 4
Symbol: Lute
Your Past, Present, Future Reading

The three Mahjong tiles in this reading represent your past, present
and future situations.
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That Which is Behind You Your Current Place That Which is before You
That Which is Behind You

South Wind
Symbol: Fire
The South Wind tile is considered to be a very good
sign in a reading. It almost ensures a satisfactory end
to any problem.
Your Current Place

Bamboo 6
Symbol: Water
The Water tile denotes a need for communication. A
trip may be necessary to communicate properly. You
may be called upon to present proof of ownership or
that an event actually took place.
That Which is before You

Bamboo
Symbol: Scholarship
The Bamboo tile indicates an adaptable, useful spirit.
The Bamboo tile is also associated with scholarly
pursuits.
Your Year Ahead Reading

This Reading is used to reveal key influences that will effect your life
from month to month over the next year. In this reading Mahjong tiles
may repeat themselves. Indeed, you may find that the same Mahjong tile
reflects the primary influences of many months in your coming year will
be under. Scroll down to see the influences each Mahjong tile predicts.
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May
June
July
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August
September
October
November
December
January
February
March
April
May
Wan 7
Symbol: Seven Stars
The Seven Stars tile signifies
creative growth and power.
Creativity should be applied to the
area this tile appears. This is a
place to let your imagination run
free. The Seven Stars tile also
indicates hope for the future.
June
Bamboo 1
Symbol: Peacock
This is the first tile of the first suit in
a Mahjong set. Overall, it
represents success. However it
also warns that success sometimes
turns to arrogance, which can lead
to loss of everything that has been
gained. The Peacock tile also
suggests a change in your life path
is forthcoming.
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July
Wan 5
Symbol: House
The House tile represents a
building in which you spend much
time. If your reading is positive it
may well be that this building has
the important function providing you
with a stable environment in which
you are comfortable. If the reading
is negative it may represent a
structure in which you are stressed
and uncomfortable.
August
Wan 6
Symbol: Fire
The Fire tile is a strong warning
that something is wrong or out of
balance. The Fire tile is a warning.
Your resources are in jeopardy.
These endangered resources may
be financial or spiritual or physical.
In fact, resources of all types may
be in danger.
September
Bamboo 3
Symbol: Toad
The Toad tile indicates some
troubling moments along your life's
path, but these aches will heal. It
also suggests your ambition may
be greater than your reach.
October
Bamboo 5
Symbol: Lotus Flower
The Lotus Flower tile represents
birth or rebirth. On a spiritual level it
may indicate you are about to
reach new heights in your
understanding of your place in the
cosmos. Physically it may suggest
a child is coming, or a new project
is about to emerge. The Lotus
Flower tile also speaks of
regeneration, and may indicate a
time of recovery from hardship
November
Wan 5
Symbol: House
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and uncomfortable.
December
Wan 9
Symbol: Heaven
The Heaven tile suggests
completion. This tile denotes a time
for you to consider moving on to
your next goal.
January
Wan 5
Symbol: House
and uncomfortable.
February
Bamboo 3
Symbol: Toad
March
West Wind
Symbol: Metal
The West Wind tile represents an
obstacle that must be faced before
you can make progress towards
your goals. This obstacle may be
anything from a person to needing
to find work.
April
Bamboo 3
Symbol: Toad
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Your Relationship Reading

This reading concentrates on the dynamics of your relationship with
another person. The other person may be a mate, business partner, or
even an enemy.
Your Shared
Path
Your Path's Goal
Their Path's Goal
That Which Will

Influence You
That Which Will Influence

Them
That Which Influences

You
That Which Influences

Them
Your Past Influence
Their Past Influence
Your Shared Path
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Circles 4
Symbol: Jade
The Jade tile indicates hard work resulting in spectacular
results. Jade is thought to be an "immortal stone" to many.
Therefore is also denotes longevity of relationships, life and
principled values.
Your Path's Goal

Wan 3
Symbol: Land
The Land tile suggests either a stable setting in which you are
already thriving, or one that will exist in the near future. With
stability your success and vision will grow.
Their Path's Goal

Bamboo 6
Symbol: Water
The Water tile denotes a need for communication. A trip may
be necessary to communicate properly. You may be called
upon to present proof of ownership or that an event actually
took place.
That Which Will Influence You

Circles 9
Symbol: Unicorn
The Unicorn tile indicates a clear vision of the future and the
ability to see people for who the really are. In rare cases the
Unicorn tile may suggest a person with psychic powers.
That Which Will Influence Them

Summer
The Woodcutter employs three of the 5 elements central to
Chinese philosophy: Fire, Wood and Metal. He is ambitious
and full of drive and energy. He represents gain and success
through dedicated work.
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That Which Influences You

Wan 6
Symbol: Fire
The Fire tile is a strong warning that something is wrong or out
of balance. The Fire tile is a warning. Your resources are in
jeopardy. These endangered resources may be financial or
spiritual or physical. In fact, resources of all types may be in
danger.
That Which Influences Them

Circles 7
Symbol: Insect
The Insect tile indicates short-term gain through a short flurry
of hectic work. It is important to realize that the gains the Insect
tile offers are not lasting, or of long-term importance. At best
they are a stopgap until more substantial goals come along.
Your Past Influence

Bamboo 4
Symbol: Carp
The Carp tile indicates the attainment of inner-peace,
tranquility, and freedom from the pressures of everyday life.
Contentment will be realized. The Carp's vibrant colors
suggest a rich life. This may mean the coming of material
and/or spiritual wealth.
Their Past Influence

Bamboo 2
Symbol: Duck
The Duck tile symbolizes a long lasting relationship with the
strength to overcome all obstacles. It suggests fidelity and
trustworthiness as well. Regardless of the type of partnership
in question, the 2 Bamboo tile indicates a strong, healthy
relationship.
Your Reversed Compass Reading

Each of the sets of tiles below have an influence on the issue represented by The
Nucleus. To interpret this reading properly you must relate all the tile sets to The
Nucleus.
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The Western Tiles
The Northern Tiles
The Southern Tiles

The Nucleus
The Eastern Tiles
The Nucleus represents the central issue the reading concerns. When
interpreting your reading remember that the four sets of tiles surrounding
The Nucleus relate to this issue in some way.
Wan 5
Symbol: House
The House tile represents a building in which you
spend much time. If your reading is positive it may well
be that this building has the important function
providing you with a stable environment in which you
are comfortable. If the reading is negative it may
represent a structure in which you are stressed and
uncomfortable.
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The Western Tiles explore obstacles and solutions to strife caused by

The Nucleus.
Summer
The Woodcutter employs three of the 5 elements
central to Chinese philosophy: Fire, Wood and Metal.
He is ambitious and full of drive and energy. He
represents gain and success through dedicated work.
Circles 4
Symbol: Jade
The Jade tile indicates hard work resulting in
spectacular results. Jade is thought to be an "immortal
stone" to many. Therefore is also denotes longevity of
relationships, life and principled values.
Wan 9
Symbol: Heaven
The Heaven tile suggests completion. This tile
denotes a time for you to consider moving on to your
next goal.
The Southern Tiles represent current and near-future influences that

are affecting The Nucleus.
Wan 3
Symbol: Land
The Land tile suggests either a stable setting in which
you are already thriving, or one that will exist in the
near future. With stability your success and vision will
grow.
Circles 1
Symbol: Pearl
The Pearl tile denotes the attainment of wealth and a
life of luxury. The task will be to balance your spiritual
self with your physical self.
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Winter
Symbol: The Scholar
The Scholar represents gain through intellectual
pursuits. The Scholar's mind is sharp and find
solutions to the most difficult problems.
The Eastern Tiles are a composite of the factors in your personality that
are influencing The Nucleus.
Spring
The tile of The Fisherman suggests success can be
attained through the application of common sense and
careful management of your time and relationships.
The Fisherman is thorough and patient. He knows that
while his efforts will be rewarded as long as he does
not give up.
Bamboo 4
Symbol: Carp
tranquility, and freedom from the pressures of
everyday life. Contentment will be realized. The Carp's
vibrant colors suggest a rich life. This may mean the
coming of material and/or spiritual wealth.
Bamboo 3
Symbol: Toad
The Toad tile indicates some troubling moments along
your life's path, but these aches will heal. It also
suggests your ambition may be greater than your
reach.
The Northern Tiles indicate the outcome of the issue The Nucleus
represents.
Bamboo 2
Symbol: Duck
The Duck tile symbolizes a long lasting relationship
with the strength to overcome all obstacles. It
suggests fidelity and trustworthiness as well.
Regardless of the type of partnership in question, the
2 Bamboo tile indicates a strong, healthy relationship.
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East Wind
Symbol: Wood
Generally the East Wind tile represents the querent.
The tiles nearest the East tile in a reading have added
importance.
South Wind
Symbol: Fire
sign in a reading. It almost ensures a satisfactory end
to any problem.
Your Three Dragons Reading
The Red Dragon
The Green Dragon
The White Dragon
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The Red Dragon represents success, achievement

and fulfillment. The three tiles under the Red Dragon
tile will influence the power your Red Dragon currently
has in your life.
Wan 4
Symbol: Lute
Wan 5
Symbol: House
The House tile represents a building in which you
spend much time. If your reading is positive it may well
be that this building has the important function
providing you with a stable environment in which you
are comfortable. If the reading is negative it may
represent a structure in which you are stressed and
uncomfortable.
Circles 5
Symbol: Dragon
The Dragon tile indicates good luck and large
fortunes. Effort is not a prerequisite for the gain
suggested by the Dragon tile. You cannot work
towards acquiring the Dragon's gifts. They will come
when they come, and will most likely be a surprise.
The Green Dragon indicates beginnings. The Green

Dragon's tile set will suggest places where you should
consider putting your energy.
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Bamboo 4
Symbol: Carp
tranquility, and freedom from the pressures of
everyday life. Contentment will be realized. The Carp's
vibrant colors suggest a rich life. This may mean the
coming of material and/or spiritual wealth.
Wan 9
Symbol: Heaven
The Heaven tile suggests completion. This tile
denotes a time for you to consider moving on to your
next goal.
Circles 7
Symbol: Insect
The Insect tile indicates short-term gain through a
short flurry of hectic work. It is important to realize that
the gains the Insect tile offers are not lasting, or of
long-term importance. At best they are a stopgap until
more substantial goals come along.
The White Dragon is indeed a wily fellow. His domain

is the great unknown, and the tile set under him
suggests an area or areas that could affect your life in
unexpected ways.
Bamboo 8
Symbol: Mushroom
The Mushroom tile represents eternal life and oddity. It
gets these attributes from the fact that mushrooms in
nature always seem to regenerate and often popup
where they are unexpected. The notion of oddity is
derived from the mushroom seemingly having the
nature of a plant, but lacking leaves. The Mushroom
tile foretells the coming of unexpected events that will
have a lasting impact on you.
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Circles 2
Symbol: Pine Tree
The Pine Tree tile represents strength and resolve. It
often refers to a powerful, determined man. While
powerful, this person is not violent, but very skilled in
attaining his goals through diplomacy.
Circles 8
Symbol: White Tiger
The White Tiger tile is epitomizes masculinity in its
purest form. The male represented by the White Tiger
is brave and assertive. He will fight to protect what he
feels is right.
The Four Courses

The Four Courses reading presents possible paths for the querent to
take to reach a more complete state of being. While all paths may offer a
degree of fulfillment, usually one will be more fruitful than the others. The
trick of course, is to pick the one that will bring most beneficial results.
Northern Course
Western Course
Your Current State
Southern Course
Your Current State
Eastern Course
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North Wind
Symbol: Water
The North Wind tile indicates there will be difficult
moments ahead. These can be canceled out if the
South Wind Tile is in your reading as well.
Northern Course
Summer
The Woodcutter employs three of the 5 elements central
to Chinese philosophy: Fire, Wood and Metal. He is
ambitious and full of drive and energy. He represents
gain and success through dedicated work.
Eastern Course
Wan 9
Symbol: Heaven
The Heaven tile suggests completion. This tile denotes
a time for you to consider moving on to your next goal.
Southern Course
White Dragon
Symbol: The Unknown
The White Dragon tile denotes unknown factors in your
reading. Exactly what these factors are is beyond our
vision, but they will have an impact on your life.
Western Course
South Wind
Symbol: Fire
sign in a reading. It almost ensures a satisfactory end to
any problem.
Attaining Your Goals Reading

Use this reading to assist in reaching, or possibly even defining your goals
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for the future.
Outcome
Issues to Address
Issues to Address
Goal
Primary Strength
Primary Weakness
Outcome
Orchid
Symbol: Refinement
The Orchid tile suggests there may be rare and refined
experiences coming into your life. Enjoy them!
Issues to Address
North Wind
Symbol: Water
The North Wind tile indicates there will be difficult moments
ahead. These can be canceled out if the South Wind Tile is
in your reading as well.
Goal
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Wan 5
Symbol: House
The House tile represents a building in which you spend
much time. If your reading is positive it may well be that this
building has the important function providing you with a
stable environment in which you are comfortable. If the
reading is negative it may represent a structure in which
you are stressed and uncomfortable.
Issues to Address
Spring
The tile of The Fisherman suggests success can be
attained through the application of common sense and
careful management of your time and relationships. The
Fisherman is thorough and patient. He knows that while his
efforts will be rewarded as long as he does not give up.
Primary Strength
Bamboo 3
Symbol: Toad
The Toad tile indicates some troubling moments along your
life's path, but these aches will heal. It also suggests your
ambition may be greater than your reach.
Primary Weakness
East Wind
Symbol: Wood
Generally the East Wind tile represents the querent. The
tiles nearest the East tile in a reading have added
importance.
The Origins of the Oracle

Free Mahjong Readings
The Fortune Teller's Majhong
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In China, the professional soothsayer is held in great reverence. The calling is a

dignified one, and does not attract the sort of suspicion that it does in the
western world, where 'fortune-tellers' are regarded at best with amusement, at
worst hostility, and generally, with tolerant scepticism.
Throughout the Far East, many of the major temples have their own diviners
attached, and the most celebrated of them support a considerable staff of
soothsayers to minister to the faithful each day of the week. For millions of
people divination is actually an integral part of their worship.
Within the temples themselves, the oracles used are elementary enough. The
most basic is the Kao Pui: the enquirer takes two curved blocks, which are
thrown on the ground three times to elicit a straightforward 'yes' or 'no'. (These
are likely to be similar, if not identical, to the 'urim and thummim' mentioned in
the Bible.) The other well-known temple oracle uses bamboo sticks, each
bearing a number, which is then interpreted by one of the resident priests or
diviners in attendance.
But beyond the temple precincts, however, there are vast numbers of ways by
which the uncertain future may be revealed. Sometimes recourse is made to a
professional astrologer, but as this usually involves an exorbitant fee it is a
considerable asset if one of the eiders of the family is adept at the Ya Pai Shen
Po literally, 'divination by ivory blocks' - by which the Chinese understand
dominoes, cards, or Mah Jongg tiles.
The modern game of Mah Jongg is actually a direct descendant of an ancient
oracle that was consulted by Chinese soothsayers thousands of years ago. When
Chinese astronomers first began to record the progress of the Sun, Moon and
planets they used a simple device a divining board to calculate the
expected positions of the heavenly bodies. Their progress through the skies was
recorded by moving counters round the divisions of the board. In the course of
time this primitive planisphere was adapted into a board game which would be
readily recognizable today as ludo; later, the dice used in the game evolved into
dominoes, and then, when the Chinese invented printing, the domino patterns
were transferred to cards. So it was that an ancient oracle came to be the
ancestor of virtually all our present indoor games from poker to Monopoly.
In the west the mystical origins of cards, dominoes and dice have been ail but
forgotten, except by the Mah Jongg player who is constantly reminded of the
game's dignified ancestry in the ritual preparation for play, the affectionate
names for some of the pieces, and the technical terms used for strategies and
tactics of the game.
Source: Walters, Derek, The Fortune Teller's Mah Jongg, Eddison Sadd
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