Superstitions and Taboos

Hi Master Cecil Lee, May I know if it's good or bad for 2 brothers to get married in the same year or the same lunar year? Thanks!

Many thanks for your fast reply. Pat

Question: Hi master lee, one quick question if we start the renovation now and it will stretch into 7th month, is ok right? Reply: "The idea of not starting in the 7th month is just in case one of them stays in a vacant home. And if one starts reno during 7th month... they may get angry." "But they are also like human beings. If you start renovations now and continue during 7th month... "they" would rather visit (if any) other homes that are less noisy."

Dear Lori, In the Chinese zodiac sign; rooster is the 10th animal in it. The significance is that it is highly regarded. Symbollically, a rooster (with red mane) coming into a home signifies that it is a `protector' of "fire". Warmest Regards, Cecil

Actually, there are three dragon horses in this home. The first dragon horse starts off at the corner of the home ... then it flys “into” the home and then towards the roof terrace. Finally, it flys off! Up up and away!

Dear Jessica, 1. It is challenging to provide a comprehensive comment on apartments, as each one is unique. 2. Based on my experience with Feng Shui, I have observed that the layout of an apartment can impact the dynamics of a marriage. 3. Flying Star Feng Shui can be used to identify and address potential issues that may lead to divorce. 4. Certain factors, such as the placement of the main entrance door and the presence of star #3, can contribute to marital problems. 5. Star #3, known as the "quarrels and scandal" star, should be addressed by avoiding water features and using specific colors in certain areas of the apartment. 6. Misplacemen…

This is not exactly old mother remedies... but some Chinese health stores claim:- Almond Figs Tea - Anti-cough - relieves cough, phlegm - strengthen function of respiratory system Shiu Hu Herbal Tea (Dendrobium) - Reduces body heat, relieve uneasiness and tiredness

Dear Rachel, Rachel Low wrote: Can i know how to calculate lunar age correctly? Example: My birthday is on 28th April 1985. Is my lunar age 22 now? Or it is after my birthday then i can be considered 22? The accurate way is to to take count the passing of each birthday. We calculate the birth date from the date of birth to your next birthdate. Just similiar to how you calculate your western birth date. If based on that you are considered to be age 20 until you pass your birthday. If you count based on your lunar birthday, you will be 21 on 6 Apr 2006. Whereas, you will be 21 on 28 Apr 1985 if you take the western calendar. So since this based o…

Do you need an auspicious date for key collection to new home?

Dear Anon, Anonymous wrote: I have sold my house and need to move out on the settlement day on 30 Sept. I have found a rental house to move in. I want to know when is the auspicous day for me to move in between now to 30 Sept. I checked on the Auspicious Days and found the ones for me is on 26 & 27 Setp. But if I am not ready to move in these two days, the next few days are average and mix blessing days. Does it matter if I move on those average and mix blessing days? Apologise, have been so busy after I got back from overseas, that I managed to clear most of my cases today for me toattend to the forum post. I mean of course, it would be ideal if you can choose th…

1. Given the limited space in your dorm, it is still acceptable. 2. If u feel uncomfortable, try to close the bathroom door when not in use. 3. The major concern is to avoid legs facing the bedroom door.

Under symbolism in Feng Shui, if possible try to avoid a bed-head feature wall that seems to "split" the bed in the middle. In the photos, for example, one can see the dark brown feature wall with a VERTICAL line that looks like that cuts directly into the "centre" of the bed....

Hi Sifu, I wonder if a bee insect landed on Altar incense holder is auspicious ? This is Chinese 7th month. Thank you. Best regards Kelvin Lee

Dear Anon, Please make use of this tool to assist you. It allows you check upto 30 days from today's date. If you need anything beyond that period, you will need to obtain a paid service as it that is no longer a free service. So just wait until closer to the date and you should able to check dates in November. URL: http://www.geomancy.net/reports/free-report/freerpt-dateboth.htm Hope that helps. Warmest Regards Robert Lee GEOMANCY.NET - Center for Applied Feng Shui Research.

Further to what I had mentioned:- 1. The Chinese culture of considering e.g. red as an auspicious colour; white usually associated with death... Has nothing to do with say in the name of "Feng Shui". 2. In addition, all the information provided under this link:- http://www.geomancy.net/info/ For example, all the procedures listed below has to do with Chinese culture and believes by various dialect groups: Cantonese, Hokkiens, Teochews etc.. House Related [ PDF ] - Getting Keys for the First Time / Initial Opening Door Rituals [ PDF ] - Move-In Rituals Wedding Related [ PDF ] - Modern & Traditional Wedding Procedure In my opinion, therefore, the thing especi…

Some Chinese feel that it is cruel to cage-up birds. Thus, any designs incorporating a bird-cage is a no no to these group of persons.