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The eight lots of the Mazu Hall
The Mazu Hall is where people ask about safety. Think of the person travelling, and the road they are on. There are eight lots in the tube — Excellent, Good, Fair and Poor all appear.
- Lot 1Excellent海上明灯照夜航Good to travel. You will arrive and return.
- Lot 2Good慈云一朵覆行舟Some chop, but respect keeps you safe.
- Lot 3Good湄洲香火万家传The long trip goes well. You come back smiling.
- Lot 4Fair风浪未平且泊船Wait a few days. It is safer and no slower.
- Lot 5Fair出门在外记添衣Mind the details. Send word home.
- Lot 6Fair舟行半渡莫心慌A bumpy middle. Hold on and it passes.
- Lot 7Poor黑云压浪莫开船Not a good time for a long trip or water. Postpone it.
- Lot 8Good殿前明灯点一盏The household is safe. What worried you eases.