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The 100 Guanyin lots

Lot 27 of 100

Each plan, each use, each scheme of yours

The poem

一謀一用一番機慮後疑前不敢為時至自然逢貴助銀牆鐵壁好安居

In English

Each plan, each use, each scheme of yours,you worry about what follows and doubt what came before, and dare not act.When the time comes, helpers appear naturally,and silver walls and iron ramparts make a safe place to live.

What it says

The poem describes someone who overthinks, doubting both what came before and what lies ahead. It adds that when the time comes, helpers appear on their own and life settles securely. It cautions against both over-hesitation and forcing things.

A thought to take with you

Worry a little less, prepare quietly, and act when the moment arrives.

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