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The 100 Guanyin lots

Lot 29 of 100

When the precious sword's light leaves its sheath

The poem

寶劍光芒出匣時匣中應不被塵欺貴人親手提攜起儘可防身更勿疑

In English

When the precious sword's light leaves its sheath,dust will not have dimmed it inside.With a noble person lifting it up by hand,it can guard you well, so do not doubt.

What it says

A fine sword kept in its sheath is not dulled by dust, much like real ability that stays intact when set aside for a while. The poem says that when a respected person lifts it up, it becomes useful and protective. Trust your own ability, and be willing to accept help.

A thought to take with you

Trust your abilities, and accept help from those who are willing to lift you up.

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