Singapore Geomancy - Fengshui

- Feng Shui Fish

In feng shui study, water controls our wealth. Chinese believe that having an aquarium with 8 or 9 feng shui fishes in the house will bring good fortunes and wealth. In Cantonese, the number 8 have the same pronunciation as prosperity and the number 9 have the same pronunciation as long lasting. Both numbers are deemed to have an auspicious symbolism.

Based on He Tu and Lou Shu numerology, it would be auspicious to keep 1,4,6 or 9 fishes. In He Tu numerology, number 1 and 6 represent water while number 4 and 9 represent metal. By using numbers with a water or metal element, it will increase the effectiveness of the water feature in enhancing one's personal luck.

Alternately, one may also rear a combination of 1 black, 6 white and 8 yellow fishes to create a productive cycle of the 5 elements to symbolize inexhaustible wealth. In Lou Shu numerology, 1 represent water, 6 represent metal and 8 represent earth. The element earth produces metal and metal will in turn produces water. In Chinese, numbers 1,6 and 8 together is pronounced as Yi Lu Fa meaning continuous prosperity.

He Tu Numbers Elements	Colour of fishes Elements
1,6 Water 2,7 Fire 3,8 Wood 4,9 Metal 5,10 Earth	Black, Blue, Grey Water Red, Orange, Purple Fire Green Wood White, Gold, Silver Metal Yellow, Brown Earth

For feng shui purposes, black fish is used to neutralize sha qi while white and gold fishes are more effective in the enhancement of wealth. According to the Chinese custom, red colour is widely used in special occasions (like wedding and birthday celebrations) to harness auspicious yang qi. Thus, one may also rear red fishes to enhance job status and authority.

In commercial feng shui, one may choose the colour of fishes that suits the element of their industry. To quote an example, financial institutions, brokerage firms and car sale industry may keep gold or yellow fishes to increase sales volume and business flows.

Currently, feng shui fishes such as Arowana, Japanese Koi, Cichlid and Goldfish are the favourites among businessmen. Arowana is popularly known to the Chinese as the Golden Dragon as its body is covered with large golden scales that glitter in the water. Cichlid, which is also known as Luo Han, too has a very auspicious name. On the head of the Cichlid is a hump, which is said to symbolize longevity. Due to the territorial nature of the Arowana and Cichlid, these fishes are generally more suitable for those in the sales or broking industry.

As a general rule for placement of an aquarium one should consider:
1. The shapes of the aquarium
2. The height and dimensions of the aquarium
3. Types, numbers and colour of the fishes

Feng Shui Fish - Dos

Analyze the 4 pillars to determine the strengths and weaknesses of the 5 elements. If a person has excessive water in his 4 pillars, placement of the aquarium may not be beneficial and might even bring forth a series of misfortunes such as sickness and financial loss.
To create a harmonious living environment, the size of the aquarium must not be too big. It should also fall within the auspicious measurement (red markings) of the feng shui ruler. For the enhancement of personal luck, one may use the Cai (luck) dimension on the feng shui ruler.
Many believe that fishes die because they have absorbed something bad for the family. There is no cause for alarm when fishes die. Simply remove the dead fish and replenish the aquarium with new one. Water in the aquarium should be changed regularly to upkeep its cleanliness. Foul smelling water will affect the luck and health of the occupants.
It is essential to place the aquarium in the wealth sector or a bright corner of the house. By ensuring that the aquarium is brightly lit and decorating it with an array of aquatic plants, the aquarium is able to generate life energy.

Feng Shui Fish - Don'ts

Avoid placing the aquarium (element of water) underneath or above the praying altar (element of fire) which will cause an excessive movement of qi.
Never place an aquarium in the bedroom no matter how much you love your aquarium. Similarly, one should avoid hanging the painting of waterfall above the headboard of the bed as it will affect one's health.
Avoid placing weird looking rocks (especially those in the form of fierce looking animals) in the aquarium as it may create destructive energy.
Avoid using water mechanism that produce the sound of rushing water in the aquarium as it resembles somebody's wailing which is very inauspicious. The destructive energy produced by the rushing sound of water will bring misfortunes and unhappiness. In addition, one should ensure that the water from the pump is flowing inwards towards the house. Water that is flowing outside the house is inauspicious as it symbolizes outgoing wealth.
Avoid setting the aquarium on flying stars 5 yellow and 2 black. The movement of the water on these stars will activate its destructive energies, thereby, causing health problems, sickness and financial loss.

The application of water features as a means of wealth enhancement can act like a double-edged sword. If the water placement method is applied correctly, it will improve one’s financial health but will also backlash if not applied accurately

To benefit from a feng shui placement, one must feel good about the placement and new qi. If the placement of the water feature can elevate one’s spirit and mood, it will naturally improve one’s health and wealth. This in turn will increase one’s chances of success and opportunities in their undertakings and business ventures.

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