Guanyin Oracle Lot 42: Mulian rescues his mother
The Verse
May the blessings you bestow flow without bound; may prayers for protection show no partiality.
May all living beings share in their benefit, and all enjoy peace and prosperity.
Translation by MyFate.AI. The Chinese original is the authoritative text.
AI readingKindness freely given brings blessings that reach back to you. Pray with sincerity and without bias, and all people and affairs may benefit and find a fortunate, harmonious outcome.
The Story Behind the Lot
Mulian rescues his mother
Mulian (Maudgalyayana) was the Buddha’s foremost disciple in supernatural powers. According to legend, his mother had been miserly and had committed wrongful acts in life. After death, she fell into the realm of hungry ghosts, tormented by hunger and burning thirst. Food turned to charcoal as soon as it entered her mouth, and her suffering was unbearable. Though Mulian possessed supernatural powers, the rice he carried to her in his alms bowl also turned to burning coals and could not relieve her pain. Grief-stricken, he sought the Buddha’s counsel. The Buddha instructed him to make a grand Ullambana offering on the fifteenth day of the seventh lunar month, the day when the monastic community concluded its retreat: he was to offer a great variety of food to the monastics of the ten directions. Through the merit of their practice, his mother could be delivered from the evil realm. Mulian followed the teaching. His sincere filial devotion moved heaven and earth, and his mother was finally freed from the suffering of the hungry ghosts and reborn in a better realm. This is the origin of the later Ullambana Festival. As a lot, this story says that filial devotion can move the divine and overcome hardship. With sincerity and good intentions, even amid suffering one may receive the Buddha’s grace and turn misfortune into good fortune. This is an exceedingly auspicious omen.
The Story Behind the Lot (alternate version)Another traditional version, for reference
Sima Guang’s Reforms
Sima Guang was a noted Northern Song statesman and historian who compiled the Comprehensive Mirror for Aid in Government. He was upright and trustworthy, and was known for favoring steady governance and preserving what worked. Throughout his life he upheld benevolent government and care for the people, opposing radical measures that pursued quick results at the people’s expense and undermined the foundations of society. He held that policy should put people’s peace and well-being first. While in government, he sought to rule generously and benefit the people, keeping policies moderate so that all could prosper, and earned their deep support. Here Sima Guang’s benevolent rule and broad benefit to the people stand for kindness, moderation, and generosity toward all. It symbolizes the principle that one should act with virtue: those who show kindness to many will win their support, and everyone can share in the resulting blessings. As a lot, this story says that those who practice benevolence, build up good deeds, and extend kindness widely will enjoy harmony above and below and success in their affairs. It echoes Mulian’s filial devotion: both stories teach that sincere good intentions invite auspicious blessings, and together they make this a most auspicious lot.
Readings by Topic
- Career
- Treat others generously and build good relationships; benefactors will help your career flourish.
- Wealth
- As good connections spread, so do opportunities for wealth. It may not come as a windfall, but will flow steadily.
- Relationships
- Keep good intentions and form wholesome connections; a well-matched, happy union is within reach.
- Home and Family
- Blessings will reach the whole family. Sincere prayers bring a thriving and peaceful household.
- Personal Outlook
- Blessings abound, bringing peace of body and mind. Fortune is especially favorable in winter.
- Health
- Good support may help turn things around. Seek professional medical care promptly; even a long-standing illness may improve.
- Travel
- Travel will be safe and smooth, with no obstacles and benefits in every direction.
- Finding Someone
- With sincere effort, the missing person may soon be found.
- Business
- A fair deal benefits everyone; the transaction should go smoothly and leave all parties pleased.
- Pregnancy
- Blessings reach both mother and child. A safe, uncomplicated birth is expected.
- Legal Matters
- You have a strong case and may receive help from a benefactor; the outcome looks favorable.
- Lost Property
- The item is nowhere to be seen for now, but a fortunate turn may come. Keep searching patiently.
- Relocation
- Your current home is already blessed; staying put will bring greater stability.
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