Eastern Dream Interpretation Theory (13): Roads, bridges, and marketplaces

Eastern Theory

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Original

见四通路名利遂 道中得财主通达 道泥荆棘事大成 大道崩馅主失财
修桥梁者万事和 见流桥主有官事 桥上坐立禄位至 见桥坏主有官事
携手上桥妻有孕 桥上呼唤讼得理 新造桥者大和合 桥断者主有口舌
桥柱折者子孙凶 桥路上住车皆凶 夫妇入市主置产 见市中无人主凶

Interpretation

Translation:

Encountering four diverging paths foretells the achievement of fame and success. Finding wealth on the road signifies smooth progress. Encountering a muddy and thorny path foretells great accomplishment. A collapsing main road foretells financial loss.
Building bridges foretells harmony in all matters. Seeing a bridge in disrepair foretells official affairs. Sitting or standing on a bridge foretells the attainment of a position. A broken bridge foretells official disputes.
Holding hands and crossing a bridge foretells a pregnant wife. Calling on a bridge foretells winning a lawsuit. A newly built bridge foretells great harmony. A bridge collapsing foretells disputes.
A broken bridge pillar foretells misfortune for descendants. Stopping on a bridge foretells misfortune. A couple entering the market foretells acquiring property. An empty market foretells misfortune.

Cultural Explanation:

In ancient Chinese culture, paths, roads, and bridges were not just means of transportation but also symbolic of life’s journey and the fortunes that one might encounter:

  1. Four Diverging Paths: Encountering a crossroad with four paths was seen as a sign of opportunity and success, suggesting that one’s endeavors in multiple directions would be fruitful.
  2. Wealth on the Road: Finding wealth on a path symbolized smooth progress and the attainment of wealth through one’s endeavors, reflecting the belief that prosperity could be found along life’s journey.
  3. Muddy and Thorny Path: A path filled with mud and thorns was a symbol of challenges and obstacles, but encountering such a path was also seen as a sign of great accomplishment, indicating that overcoming difficulties would lead to success.
  4. Collapsing Road: A main road collapsing was a negative omen, foretelling financial loss or the loss of a significant opportunity, reflecting the belief that the state of one’s path could reflect the state of one’s fortunes.
  5. Building Bridges: Constructing bridges was associated with harmony and the resolution of disputes, as bridges were seen as connectors that facilitated movement and communication.
  6. Bridges in Disrepair: A bridge in disrepair was a sign of impending official affairs or disputes, suggesting that one might face challenges in their official or public life.
  7. Crossing a Bridge: Holding hands and crossing a bridge was seen as a sign of domestic harmony and the prospect of new life, symbolizing the unity and support within a relationship.
  8. Empty Market: An empty market was an ominous sign, indicating potential misfortune or a lack of opportunities, reflecting the belief that the vitality and activity of public spaces could reflect one’s personal fortunes.

Refs:

Uncovering the Mystery of Dreams: Eastern Theory

Uncovering the Mystery of Dreams: A Modern Interpretation of Ancient Oriental Art