Lot 1 of 100
Heaven and earth were opened, and a good bond was formed
The poem
天開地闢結良緣日吉時良萬事全若得此籤非小可人行中正帝王宣
In English
Heaven and earth were opened, and a good bond was formed.The day is fair, the hour is right, and everything is in place.To draw this lot is no small matter.Walk the upright path, and the summons from the throne will come.
What it says
The poem opens with the first dawn of heaven and earth and a perfectly timed day, picturing a moment when conditions line up well. It adds that this is a notable lot, and that a person who acts with integrity may in time be noticed and called to something meaningful. The imperial summons is old imagery for being recognized and entrusted with responsibility.
A thought to take with you
When the timing looks kind, hold on to your integrity so you are ready to be noticed.