It is the Chinese for whom prosperity symbols
carry the most weight and it's their conviction in them that has made the world
sit up and take notice, even converting skeptics to their way of thought.
The Chinese have countless symbols with various meanings and it is impossible to
list all. Here we mention a few which are undisputed in their prosperity and
luck drawing abilities.
* Dragons : Few symbols surpass the dragon in feng
shui. The dragon is
said to create cosmic qi which brings good fortune into our homes and
workplaces. Displaying the dragon with moving water is said to be even more
potent. Display such a water feature in the North for limitless success in your
career, or in the Southeast for plenty of wealth luck.
* Tortoise : A symbol of longevity, support, wealth and prosperity. All
the secrets of heaven and earth are said to be concealed within its body and the
design motifs on its shell. The tortoise is best placed in the North sector of
the house for good life and good fortune.
* Crane : This bird is also known as the bird of
immortality and it's
supposed to bring long life, happiness and smoothness in one's life. If the
crane is standing on a tortoise, it will mean that you will have good
supporters, protection from your adversaries and a life of riches.
* Three-legged toad : Plenty of wealth can be attracted into the home
with the three-legged
toad with a coin in its mouth. You may keep more than one
toad but never more than nine. Keep them below the table or other discreet
places. Never keep them in the bedroom.
* Fish : Carps are known for their legendary valour in swimming against
the current and make
a good marital fortune symbol.
In the old days, they were always included in betrothal gifts. Place a pair of
carps anywhere in your home for an abundance of good fortune.
On your office desk, it will help you attain success. Students could put this on
their study desk to attract academic success.
The Arowana is another lucky fish to have in your surroundings. Some famous Hong
Kong businessmen swear that their good fortune is due to keeping live Arowanas
in their offices.
If live ones are too much work, get a gold one swimming on a seabed of coins to
put in your home or office.
The latest fortune fish symbol is the flower horn fish which has eclipsed the
carp and arowana, for now. These fish purportedly have lucky numbers or Chinese
characters imprinted on the sides of their bodies.
* Qi lins : This dragon horse is also known as the Chinese unicorn. A
great omen for prosperity
, success, longevity, illustrious offspring and
enhancement, the qi lin should always be displayed as a pair. Other animals
which can bring luck and fortune for the Chinese include the deer, horses, pigs,
wish-fulfilling cows and elephants. Besides animals, there are other auspicious
symbols too.
* Double happiness : A typical wedding present, it is a common symbol in
the form of an ideogram that's supposed to bring a double dose of happiness to
everyone around it.
* Fu symbol : Fu means good fortune. The word
"fu" is also a homophone
for the word bat, which accordingly makes the bat also a representation of luck.
Depending on your preference, you could choose the ideogram for "fu" meaning
good fortune or the representation of the Fu Bat.
* Wealth Ship : A great way to enhance prosperity luck is with a golden wealth
ship "sailing" into your home or office. You should have this ship laden with
gold and valuables as these trophies symbolise its many victories.
* Coins and gold ingots : Depending on what you
need, choose the type (there are
quite a few) of coin you want. The Luk Ma coin for example, attracts prosperity
luck as well as mentor luck from the heavens.
Placed under your pillow, it gives you more confidence, power and authority. For
continued wealth for nine generations, choose the symbol made of Nine Gold
Coins, tied Lotus Style with gold thread.
Gold (it doesn't have to be the real thing) ingots are extremely auspicious.
They signify wealth and material assets. Place as many as you wish on their own
or inside wealth ships, etc.
* Bells and bowls : Bells are also auspicious and
you find them in many forms.
The Dragon Pagoda Bell, for example, helps you have innate control over worldly
situations and brings prosperity and abundance.
* Singing bowls : Made from seven different
metals, the bowls come with a wooden
striker and they are used to clear negativity from rooms. Strike them and the
pure sound will do the work.