Guanyin Oracle Lot 45: Emperor Renzong acknowledges his mother
The Verse
Gentleness can overcome the mightiest force; good deeds bring a household great fortune.
Whoever draws this lot will find, like the thirsty meeting sweet spring water, relief and renewal.
Translation by MyFate.AI. The Chinese original is the authoritative text.
AI readingGentleness and tolerance are stronger than force and conflict. Good deeds bring flourishing fortune to the household. Even in hardship, a welcome turn will come like sweet rain, and all will go well.
The Story Behind the Lot
Emperor Renzong acknowledges his mother
Zhao Zhen, Emperor Renzong of the Northern Song, was its longest-reigning emperor and was renowned for his benevolence. According to legend, he was born to Consort Li but raised from infancy by Empress Liu, whom he believed to be his birth mother. He did not know his true mother was someone else. This is the tale dramatized in the folk opera “The Civet Cat Replaces the Crown Prince.” Only after Empress Liu’s death did Renzong learn the truth of his birth. Grieving deeply for his mother, Li, he honored her posthumously with lavish rites and arranged a dignified reburial, fulfilling his duty as a son and bringing peace to her spirit. Throughout his life, Renzong was kind, filial, and considerate toward his officials and people. His reign was marked by good governance and peaceful, prosperous lives for the people. This story speaks of kindness, filial devotion, and the abundant blessings that come to a family that does good. Even if one faces a troubled birth or hardship, the truth will eventually come to light, suffering will give way to relief, and calamity will be resolved like drought ended by sweet rain. This lot signifies flourishing fortune and deliverance from hardship for those who are filial and do good. Together with Zhang Liang receiving the book, it is a sign of the highest good.
The Story Behind the Lot (alternate version)Another traditional version, for reference
Zhang Liang Receives a Book at the Yi Bridge
Zhang Liang was one of the Three Heroes of the early Han dynasty and a brilliant strategist who helped Liu Bang establish the empire. In his youth, while traveling near Xiapi, he met a white-haired old man on the Yi Bridge, a wooden bridge. The old man deliberately dropped a shoe beneath the bridge and ordered Zhang Liang to retrieve it and put it on him. Though surprised, Zhang Liang remained patient and respectful: he fetched the shoe and knelt to put it on the old man. Seeing that Zhang Liang was humble, courteous, and able to endure hardship, the old man arranged several meetings at dawn to test his sincerity. Zhang Liang arrived early each time and never complained. Delighted, the old man gave him a copy of The Art of War by Taigong and foretold that he would one day become a teacher to emperors. The old man was Huang Shigong of legend. Zhang Liang studied the book deeply and became a master strategist. This story means that those who treat others with humility and patience, and who can endure and show respect, will surely receive a benefactor’s help and encounter good opportunities. This lot advises humility, courtesy, patience, and composure in dealing with others. In this way, a worthy mentor and good fortune will come in time. It is an auspicious sign of the highest rank.
Readings by Topic
- Career
- Meet others with warmth and overcome force with gentleness; benefactors will support you and your career will flourish
- Wealth
- Good deeds bring a household prosperity; your wishes will be fulfilled
- Relationships
- Treat each other tenderly and your feelings will be mutual; a well-matched couple will find lasting happiness
- Home and Family
- A household built on good deeds enjoys flourishing fortune; the whole family will be blessed and safe
- Personal Outlook
- Mind and body are at ease; a sweet-rain-like turn will resolve difficulties and bring things into order
- Health
- Sincere good deeds may bring peace of mind. For serious or persistent illness, seek professional medical care promptly; improvement is possible
- Travel
- There may be a minor delay, but taking a gentle approach will bring a smooth outcome
- Finding Someone
- With sincere and kind intentions, the missing person will soon be found
- Business
- Harmony brings prosperity; transactions will go smoothly and prove profitable
- Pregnancy
- A safe delivery of a boy; mother and child will be well
- Legal Matters
- Gentleness can soften conflict; doing good will bring support, and the case may proceed favorably
- Lost Property
- Look to the east; the lost item may be found and recovered
- Relocation
- Moving east or west is auspicious; fortune will flourish in the new home
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