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The 100 Guanyin lots

Lot 30 of 100

I advise you not to seek anything from them

The poem

勸君切莫向他求似鶴飛來暗箭投若去採薪蛇伏草恐遭毒手也堪憂

In English

I advise you not to seek anything from them,like a crane flying in while an arrow is shot from hiding.If you go to gather firewood, a snake lies hidden in the grass.I fear you will meet a poisonous hand, and that is worrying.

What it says

The poem advises against seeking something from a certain source, as there may be hidden risk, like an arrow shot at a descending crane or a snake in the grass while gathering firewood. It is a cautionary lot, reminding you to be careful in unfamiliar situations.

A thought to take with you

If an offer or request feels unclear, look closer and ask more questions before agreeing.

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