Hello,
I have a question, I have been interested in Chinese astrology for some time and have had several readings done by a professional geomancer. Lately, I've been very worried particularly about myself or a loved one being involved in an accident. However, the geomancer said that it was OK for me and my love ones to travel after consulting some books and charts. How accurately can chinese astrology predict the future especially when it comes to averting accidents or disasters?
Thanks in advance for any advice.
jR

Dear JR,
Thanks for sharing with us your personal experience.
Usually, predictions under Chinese system can be based on:-
1. the I-Ching or Oracle
2. Using the Five Elements concept and using tools like using a Luo Pan and checking one's good direction of travel.
3. Weigh of bones and other methods under this. This is where, in the past, Chinese Monks, Priests try to `earn' some `keep' for themselves and their temples by offering predictions.
This is the `fore-runner' of many fortune tellers along road sides conveniently located
outside temple areas. Some use sticks, some use birds to pick out cards etc...
4. It also depends on the calibre of the Geomancer and his `predicition'.
5. So, far the most `accurate' predictions can be done using the Oracle by yourself:-
A sample method can be found here:
http://my.geomancy.net/fs/iching.htm
Under this method, one has to concentrate and ask question in a proper way:
Instead of asking a question like:
"Can I travel west?" Try to be more specific in your question.
I believe there are many books out there, where you can read up on this.
The I-Ching is also used by some broking companys as models for Stocks and Shares evaluation.
Thus, overall, the `predictions' can be based on many factors and some even out of our control.
Warmest Regards,
Cecil

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On 7/26/00 12:44:00 PM, Anonymous wrote:
Hello,
I have a question, I have been
interested in Chinese
astrology for some time and
have had several readings done
by a professional geomancer.
Lately, I've been very worried
particularly about myself or a
loved one being involved in an
accident. However, the
geomancer said that it was OK
for me and my love ones to
travel after consulting some
books and charts. How
accurately can chinese
astrology predict the future
especially when it comes to
averting accidents or
disasters?
Thanks in advance for any
advice.
jR