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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

 
West Wind

Western Course

Bamboo 1

Your Current State

Wan 1

Eastern Course

 
Green Dragon

Southern Course

 
 

Your Current State

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.

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

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.

Southern 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.

Western Course

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.