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The Four Courses MahJong Reading

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.

Scroll down to learn the influence of each Mahjong Tile.

 
Green Dragon

Northern Course

 
Wan 4

Western Course

West Wind

Your Current State

Bamboo 1

Eastern Course

 
Wan 7

Southern Course

 
 

Your Current State

West Wind

West Wind
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.

Northern Course

Green Dragon

Green Dragon
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.

Eastern Course

Bamboo 1

Bamboo 1
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.

Southern Course

Wan 7

Wan 7
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.

Western Course

Wan 4

Wan 4
Lute

The Lute tile indicates a need for relaxation—a break from the stress of your everyday life. For people nearing the end of their career it may suggest that the time for them to retire has come.