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.
Northern Course
Western Course
Your Current State
Eastern Course
Southern Course
Your Current State
Plum Blossom
Innocence
The Plum tile reflects renewal and viewing your world with fresh viewpoints. It is an inherently "happy" tile. The Plum tile also suggests inexperience - a trait you must not allow to make you an easy target.
Northern Course
Spring
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.
Eastern Course
Circles 2
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.
Southern Course
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.
Western Course
Summer
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.