Chinese believe …….. What about you? Read the story, and answer the questions By Ms. Yen

Feng Shui : Symbols of Good Fortune Symbolism is a very important and integral part of Chinese Culture and feng shui practice. Symbols of good fortune are incorporated into many decorative objects we display in homes and offices and knowing their meanings adds depth and substance to the practice. Learn what brings prosperity luck, what causes improved health, what can help attract love and romance and what brings continuous success. The Money Toad or Fortune Frog Good fortune and prosperity 1. Frogs or toads are said to bring fortune and luck. In many Asian cultures, the frog or toad represents the yin side of nature, it symbolizes the moon and can bring healing and prosperity. The money toad or fortune frog, called "Can Chu" in Chinese, is a particularly powerful channel for the transference of good fortune and prosperity.fortune and lucksymbolizes the moon

The money frog (actually a three-legged toad), often holds a coin in its mouth and has a string of coins around his feet. He is thought to be the Chinese God of Wealth's personal pet. The frog representing the flow of wealth, money and luck. He should be placed either facing the main entrance, in the northern (career) area or in the southeastern (wealth) area to activate the flow of prosperity in your life. In a store, it should be placed prominently near the cash register, facing the entrance A family of frogs living in your garden are thought to bring good luck to your home and family.main entrancegarden

THE Chinese OX Success, abundance and accumulation of wealth 2. The Chinese Ox symbolizes success, abundance and the accumulation of wealth. Oxen are steady, honest, gentle and reliable creatures. Patience and hard work bring success to the Ox. The Ox brings good luck in investments, business, the stock market, your career, or in any financial situation. The Ox is considered a sacred animal in many parts of Asia; and has been known to occasionally grant wishes. As an emblem of spring, the Ox represents bountiful harvests, happiness, joyful news and signs of a good year ahead. Display the strong Ox in the southeast corner of your house to activate wealth and generate prosperity for the whole family. The Ox makes a perfect gift for newlyweds, new graduates, co- workers and business owners.grant wishes.springnewlyweds

The Koi Fish (Goldfish or Carp) Wealth, strength and prosperity Floating Vivid 3.The Koi or Carp Fish represents wealth and prosperity, as the actual word in Chinese for fish translates into "abundance". The Chinese Koi fish is a symbol of strength and bravery; as it is said to live for over 100 years and in the wild will continuously swim upstream, against adversity, throughout it's long life. In feng shui, Koi are related to goldfish or carp, thus placing three goldfish in a bowl brings about strength and prosperity during difficult times. It is also believed that statues or pictures of Koi or Carp will bring good fortune to your home or business.feng shui

The Chinese Horse Success, endurance, bravery and speed 4. The Chinese horse symbolizes success, loyalty, courage, forward momentum and endurance. It is also said the horse can bring about cures for your business and foster a good reputation. In Feng Shui, the horse, walking or running, re-focus' one's energy onto the path of success or fame. However, it can also bring excessive yang energy, due to it's association with the element of fire, so be sure to balance it with a yin energy symbol. Place two horses together to create a strong partnership in business or marriage. Horses should face the door or window. A horse placed in the southwest corner of any room will energize luck in social situations and in the northwest corner it will assist with on-going trials or tribulations.horse element of firemarriage

The Lucky Money Cat or Prosperity Cat Money, luck, prosperity and opportunities 5.The Money Cat's beckoning paw signifies wealth arriving. She attracts money, luck, prosperity and new opportunities. Cats are also able to see in the dark and will frighten away any evil spirits that have bad intentions toward your success. At work, the money cat is best-placed on your office desk, or next to a cash register. In your home, you should display the symbol of the beckoning cat in the southeastern (wealth) area, or in the northeastern (inner knowledge) area.evil spiritsdesk

Questions 1.What does Frog or Toad mean in Chinese Culture?“ 2.What about The Koi Fish symbolic for? 3. What do Chinese believe by placing three goldfish in a bowl? 4.Where should the money cat is best-placed? 5.What does t he Chinese horse mean?horse 6. What does t he Chinese Ox mean? 7. How should a Chinese place the horse statues? 8. What is the lucky color for the Career / School? 9. Where is the fortune corner in your house? 10. What elements represent the family?