欲待身安動泰時
Desiring a time of physical peace and smooth action
風中燈燭不相宜
Like a candle in the wind, it is highly unsuitable
不如收拾深堂坐
It is better to pack up and sit deep within the hall
庶免光輝陣陣飛
To avoid the light flickering and flying away
此卦風中燈燭之象。凡事守舊則吉也。
This lot symbolizes a candle in the wind. It indicates a fragile situation that is easily extinguished by outside forces; it is best to retreat and stay protected indoors.
風中燈燭，搖搖欲墜。退守深堂，方保無虞。
The environment is unstable and risky. Do not expose yourself to the elements. Retreat, conserve your energy, and wait for a calmer time to shine.
The four-line poem (籤詩) is the heart of Lot 37. Each line carries symbolic meaning — read slowly and let the imagery speak to your specific question.
This lot is rated 中籤 (Neutral). This indicates mixed conditions — some areas are favorable while others require caution and patience.
Check the Life Guidance section below for the specific category you asked about (marriage, wealth, health, etc.). The same lot speaks differently depending on your question.
春秋時管仲初逢大難，處境如風中殘燭，後得鮑叔牙力薦，終成齊國宰相的故事。
Guan Zhong initially supported a rival prince and nearly died when that prince lost. He was in a highly precarious 'candle in the wind' situation. However, he survived by keeping a low profile and was eventually recognized for his genius and made Prime Minister by Duke Huan of Qi.
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