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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.

 
Circles 7

Northern Course

 
Chrysanthemum

Western Course

Wan 1

Your Current State

Bamboo 1

Eastern Course

 
Wan 2

Southern Course

 
 

Your Current State

Wan 1

Wan 1
Entering

The Entering tile indicates that barriers you now face will soon be lifted. Opportunity and success are ahead, but you must have the courage and energy to take advantage of them.

Northern Course

Circles 7

Circles 7
Insect

The Insect tile indicates short-term gain through a short flurry of hectic work. It is important to realize that the gains the Insect tile offers are not lasting, or of long-term importance. At best they are a stopgap until more substantial goals come along.

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 2

Wan 2
Sword

The Sword tile indicates a decision must be made before attainment of your goals can be reached.

Western Course

Chrysanthemum

Chrysanthemum
Pleasure

The Chrysanthemum tile indicates you will enjoy a happy time filled with social activities and leisurely moments untainted by the demands of everyday life.