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Symbolic Definitions and Uses

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Sacred Gourd	The Sacred Gourd has been known as a symbol of longevity. It is also used to symbolise dissipation or to ward off evil influences. Your sacred gourd may be located in the health area or anywhere in your home or office. Click here for Gourds.
Sailing Ships	A sailing ship is said to symbolize prosperity and was initiated in the old trading days in Asia. The ship was said to represent the arrival of good fortune as on board there was always gold and money. Most businesses used this symbol as a logo to bring their trade money luck and to state that their 'luck had finally arrived'. The sailing ship embodies wood, water and wind elements which when combined it is said to be most auspicious as they represent health and prosperity. Place a model or a picture of a sailing ship in the foyer of the home or workplace, facing inwardly, with a few small pieces of gold on the deck to strengthen this great symbol of good fortune.
Seasons	Each has its corresponding element. Autumn is metal, Winter is water, Spring is wood and Summer is fire. The fifth element Earth is for the period between seasons.
Sculptures	According to some schools of feng shui sculptures made of stone; marble, granite or ceramics should be placed in the Earth sector of the garden (northeast and southwest). Sculptures made of metal are best placed in the west or northwest. Sharp angles and points form poison arrows so be careful what you choose to bring into your garden. Sculptures in certain shapes and colours can also benefit you such as placing a:1-Round or ball shaped, white, gold or silver in the Northwest or West sector(to energize metal),2-Square or block shaped, brown or yellow in the Southwest or Northeast (to energize earth), 3-Pyramid or triangular shaped, red orange, pink or purple in the South,(to energize fire),4-Rod or beam like shaped, green or brown in the Southeast and East(to energize wood),5-Wavy shaped, blue or black in the North(and to energize water).
Sha	In feng shui Sha Chi, also spelt Shar Chi is the Killing Breath or negative energy. This disruptive Chi said by some schools of feng shui to be caused by sharp angles and hostile structures. You can learn how to identify it and guard against it. Deflect it with mirrors, crystals, and by placing large plants or trees in its path to slow down or absorb the sha chi directed at you and your home or workplace.
Shade	Levels of light should be treated with their correlation to Yin and Yang energy. A balance is required with both. Too much shade in the garden will provide excessive Yin energy. As in the home excessive light can create too much Yang energy. Creating a balanced yin and yang dynamics will benefit the growth of the occupants, which may affect in particularly, their health. For example if a bedroom allows too much natural sun light to enter at the crack of dawn the occupants may suffer from restless sleep during the vital sleep hours of the morning which in turn may cause stress, anxiety and lethargy. Not enough light in the lounge area or a wealth area of the premises may affect the careers of the occupants as this thrives on movement, light and yang energy. In turn this may cause money loss or decline in the business aspect of the occupants.
Six Emperor Brass Coin Ruler	Prosperity and Good Fortune. The 6 Emperor Coin Ruler is used in Flying Stars Feng Shui as protection and to encourage heaven luck and prosperity. It represents the Big Metal.For heaven luck it may be placed in the Northwest of a room. The Ruler may be placed above the front door, to represent success in one's business or home.
South	The home of the Phoenix. Houses situated with southerly aspects are said to purvey good Feng Shui. Placing something red in this sector of the home symbolises attracting excellent Chi to the fame and popularity of the occupants.
Southeast	The wealth sector. Energise this area with plants and water to attract good fortune and increase income. You may also use a rectangular like sculpture in green and brown.
Southwest	The romance sector. It is believed that the southwest is the powerful Yin sector, which benefits the family matriarch. According to some schools of feng shui try to avoid building a kitchen or a toilet in this location as it symbolises romance or love aspect of the occupants will literally be 'flushed down the tube' or 'go up in flames'. In this sector of the premises use the colour red, along with the colours pink, purple or orange, anything shaped in a pyramid or triangle as well as candles and Rose Quartz crystals.
Spring	The major growth period for the year, therefore symbolic of the Wood element. In business it becomes the perfect time to start a new project, launch a new product or restructure.
Staircase	According to some schools of feng shui, staircases are like bridges between each level in helping the lower level chi interact with the upper level chi. However if a staircase faces the front or entrance door this may be considered less than ideal. Some schools of feng shui believe that this causes confusion between the chi entering the front door and the chi from the upper level that is draining out, they believe that by not being able to keep the vital positive Chi in your home or workplace can be disastrous and staircases opposite the front door do not help. However to remedy this problem place a large object such as a large pot plant in front or to one side of the staircase to make a filter type remedy for the Chi entering and exiting. You can use other large objects such as sculptures, tall aquariums, etc. They consider that by distracting the Chi it will lessen the effect of this problem and thus create a positive effect.
Sun	Perfect Yang energy. Windows allowing plenty of natural sunlight into the home are essential, but it may be necessary to filter that light in the summer to avoid excessive Yang energy disrupting the balance.
Swimming Pool	According to some schools of feng shui, water attracts wealth chi to premises, and large bodies of water are even more auspicious. Make sure that the swimming pool water is kept clean from anything that causes the water to become polluted and foul-smelling. If left to pollute water is an element that can attract sha chi (negative energy) at an increasing fast pace, so be alert. Gentle sounds of water can be beneficial to the family's wealth status, and people or even children swimming in water can symbolise increasing your luck by bringing a positive affect to the family's health.
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Tai Chi	A form of exercise of slow and precise movements designed to energize the flow of Chi through the body. Originating in China and spreading worldwide.
Tassels	A wonderful addition to flutes to boost the effectiveness of their cures. Red tassels represent protection, strengthening and activation of the flutes' chi' power. Tassels can also be placed to tie back curtains such as:Red, orange, pink or purple in the South,Yellow or brown in the Southwest and Northeast,Green and brown in the Southeast and East, Blue and black in the North, and white, gold or silver in the West and Northwest. Click here for Tassels.
Temple Lions	Temple Lions statues appeared in China with the coming of Buddhism.They symbolise defence and protection and are often seen guarding entrances and gateways to buildings.The Lion is the symbol of majestic strength, great courage and strength of character. When a Temple Lion is seen playing with a ball it is to signify the moon pearl which symbolises blessings and protection against evil, and the ball also represents the sun,which is Yang. The mother Lion plays with a tiny cub, representing maternal love and protection.
Thorns	Some schools of feng shui consider plants carrying thorns such as the rose and cactus should not live indoors due the 'poison arrows' they direct at you. The cut flower of the rose is desirable if the thorns are removed. These schools of feng shui also recommend that in the garden, thorny plants should not be abundant and one is advised to keep them back from the house and away from entrances.
Tiger	Judgment, Skill and Protector of Souls. Tigers are solitary creatures, living alone until it is time to breed. In ancient times the Tiger obtained the imagery of a supernatural power and also as the mount for Durga, the “Inaccessible One” who rode the Tiger into battle. Stone Tigers are often used seen protecting graves and doorways. In Japan, the Tiger was said to live a thousand years and was adopted as an emblem of the warrior class. Tigers are often identified with masterful spirits of Shamanism. Traces of this culture still exist to this day.
Tortoise	(See Turtle)
Traffic	Important to consider around the home or business as its movement is likened to that of a river (See 'rivers' for placement) Traffic rushing past is like a raging river with producing Sha Chi. Traffic jams however are like stagnant water also producing Sha chi. A slow steady flow of traffic is similar to the slow steady stream. Traffic lights, roundabout's, and road humps act to slow the flow while not impeding the moving vehicles. Noise pollution caused by a lot of traffic can also produce bad energy that may affect the occupants sleep or relaxation time by affecting their health. If the noise is too great place heavy drapes on the windows or roller shutters outside the windows to absorb most of this hazardous effect.
Triangle	The shape of the fire element. Some schools of feng shui consider the points of a triangle to act as poison arrows and care should be taken to ensure they are not directed at doorways. However a triangle is also a symbol of protection and can be placed in the south in the colour red, orange, pink or purple.
Trigrams	The Trigrams were formed by the combination of Yin (a broken line), and Yang (an unbroken line) to create a type of formula or guide that determines that type of energies, good or bad, which helps us better understand them. Click here for a diagram.
Turtles	The turtle is considered most auspicious and the purveyors of good fortune and wealth. Good wherever you want to create prosperity. Alternatively place a black tortoise in the careers sector, North, of the premises to activate or bring luck to this aspect of your life. Click here for the Turtle.
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Unicorn	See 'Chinese Unicorn'
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Vase	Some schools of feng shui consider vases, urns and other pottery/clay pots to be fantastic earth cures that symbolise enhancing your romance in the Southwest and your knowledge or study luck in the Northeast. They are great for enclosing and defusing bad or stagnant energy as the chi enters it get is immediately trapped at the bottom of the pot making the chi less harmful. If you want to place some flowers in a clear glass vase as an earth cure, remember they are lesser earth than solid ones so they cancel themselves out as an earth cure.
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Water	Obviously associated with the water element and symbolic of wealth and prosperity. Water features placed in the north of your home and garden are the most auspicious, with the southeast and southwest being secondary locations. Water should be treated with respect, as excessive or poorly placed water can prove harmful. Stagnant or polluted water should also be avoided as it will, obviously, produce stagnant and polluted chi. Some schools of feng shui consider a water fountain is an excellent wealth cure. The circulating movement of the water keeps it from getting dirty too quickly and the sounds of moving water symbolises attracting prosperity luck into the building and keeping it there.
Water Dragon	An aspect of the Feng Shui Compass School formula dealing with the correct flow and direction of water, finding the appropriate cures and keeping the chi there 'happy'.
Water Lilies	Considered most auspicious in Feng Shui and an excellent substitute for the Lotus as it symbolizes purity. Keep them in your Northerly sector of the garden.
Waterfalls	A waterfall in the north sector of your property is considered to bring good luck and fortune. It should be kept in proportion to the home and the flow should not be excessive. Producing a soft rhythmic sound from a steady flow is preferred to a fast gushing din.
Wavy lines	Wherever present they are symbolic of the water element and should be placed in the North sector of the home or workplace. These can be applied to sculptures or paintings.
West	Represented by the metal element. When this sector is energized it will bring good fortune to your children. Placing bells, metal ornaments or white objects (Consider painting these walls white) are effective ways of achieving this goal.
Western Sunlight	Sunlight from the west has intense Yang energy and should be softened or broken up with the use of crystals. This will create rainbows of light and reestablish the balance.
White	A shade that is easy to remember as it's symbol transcends many cultures and religions. It is the symbol for Purity. As white being the colour of metal, use it in the West, to enhance your children's luck, and in the Northwest , to enhance good influences from mentors.
White Tiger	One of the Celestial Animals of the west that compliments the Green Dragon. The Tiger is a symbol of protection and due to its ferocity, should be kept outside the home. Pictures of Tigers should be placed carefully, consult a qualified Feng Shui consultant for more information. The Tiger should be kept under control and not allowed to dominate the Green Dragon. Click here for the Tiger.
Windchimes	According to some schools of feng shui the soft tinkling sound of windchimes is said to attract Sheng Chi (positive energy) and dispel Sha Chi (negative energy). Depending on the material of what the chime is made out of, will determine where the windchime may be positioned. Metal chimes can be placed in the west and southwest (Metal element). Bamboo or other wooden chimes can be placed in the east or southeast. Ceramic chimes can be hung in the southwest or northeast. Glass chimes can be placed at the front entrance and center of the home, and near windows. Chimes that are used to enhance a certain area should use the following number of rods:2 in the Southwest, 3 in the East, 4 in the Southeast, 6 in the Northwest, 7 in the West, 8 in the Northeast and 9 in the South. For use outside of feng shui, use windchimes as a thing of visual and audio beauty. Click here for Windchimes.
Wind	A strong element said to have helped carve the landscape. Protect your home against excessive wind or killing breath. Planting large trees to block excessive wind will help to calm the Sha Chi. Beach front and hilltop properties are at the mercy of the element, so take great care in designing or positioning your home in these area¹s.
Windows	According to some schools of feng shui, the number of windows in the home should be proportional to the number of doors by a factor of 3:1. A window directly opposite an entrance door is said to represent Chi flying out of the house again without reaping its benefits. This is said to make it difficult to save money also.
Wood	One of the five elements represented by the east and southeast. It symbolizes growth and is of colour green and brown, as well as being rectangular in shape.
Wu Lu / Gourd	The Wu Lu or Precious Gourd, holds much symbolism within China. One story is of young women going to pick melons in autumn in the belief this will bless their marriage with healthy offspring. Thus it is linked with Longevity. It is the symbol of mystery and magic. The Wu Lu was often used to hold magic potions. It is often used as a talisman to ward off evil. They are believed to symbolize Protection, Success , Fertility and Longevity.
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Yang	Yang energy is the life-half of the Yin-Yang concept. It is represented by bright or lightness, activity or movement, it is something strong and rigid and also represented by daytime. Yang is also of Male energy and it is a vital ingredient in producing good Feng Shui. It should always be balanced with similarly opposite levels of Yin energy.
Yellow	The colour yellow symbolizes purity. In feng shui, yellow is one of the colours of the Earth element, place yellow in the following sectors of the home or workplace. Southwest, to symbolise healthy romance and relationships, and Northeast, for knowledge and study. Yellow is said to stimulate intellect so you may wear yellow on situations where great knowledge may be required of you, such as when studying for exams, business meetings, etc.
Yin	Yin energy is the passive-half of the Yin-Yang concept. Symbolized by darkness, is flexible, weak and stationery energy, is silent and is of Female qualities. And it is a vital ingredient in producing good Feng Shui. Similar levels of Yang energy should be oppositely present in the home as one compliment the other and thus a creation for a complete harmonious cycle in our premises or in our lives.
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Zen Garden	Zen monasteries in Japan have beautiful gardens which were initially created for contemplation and inspiration that assisted the monk's path to spiritual insight. It was not used for meditation though as the garden was too bright and distracting. Meditation was done indoors in a semi-dark meditation hall, or Zendo, preferably sitting on the floor and facing a wall away from any sensory interruptions. The monks did not keep the gardens just for the 'art of gardening' but to keep in close contact with the earth by turning the soil to cleanse it and nourish it by watering it daily. A Zen garden includes white raked sand areas, large islands of upright stones, plants and shrubs. Keeping a Zen garden requires a lot of dedication in maintaining it and by doing so this type of garden will benefit you both physically and spiritually.

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