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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.

 
Bamboo 9

Northern Course

 
Bamboo 6

Western Course

Plum Blossom

Your Current State

Spring

Eastern Course

 
Bamboo 3

Southern Course

 
 

Your Current State

Plum Blossom

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

Bamboo 9

Bamboo 9
Willow Tree

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.

Eastern Course

Spring

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.

Southern Course

Bamboo 3

Bamboo 3
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.

Western Course

Bamboo 6

Bamboo 6
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.