
However, as generations passed down, there is no longer a difference of sex instead, it was placed as a single Feng Shui display item. When you go to China, it is commonly known as a Pi Xiu (貔貅), the Male is known as Pi (貔) while the Female is known as Xiu (貅). Tian Lu (天禄) aka Pi Xiu (貔貅) has different names depending on where it is being sighted and the country of origin. Let’s go through this section in greater detail so that we can clear the doubts. There has been quite a lot of confusion in the actual name of this mystical creature and whether to select One Piece or One Pair of Tian Lu (天禄) to be placed at home or the office. It is also known to be the same celestial being which is ridden by the Buddha of Hades (地藏王菩萨).

Thus its stomach has become a fortune store and nothing will seep out without an anus. In the olden days, Pi Xiu (貔貅) was devoted as guardian of the fortune and placed in palaces (镇中土) and homes of high officials because of its ability to drive away evil and bring good luck.Īnother myth was that the Tian Lu (天禄) has violated the Heavenly Rules and the Jade Emperor punished it by only allowing it to eat the valuables from all directions and never pass it out. Tian Lu (天禄) aka Pi Xiu (貔貅) is also known as the Emperor’s Treasure (帝宝) because it was used for guarding the fortunes of the emperors in the past. It is also said to have the power to assist anyone suffering from bad Feng Shui due to having offended the Grand Duke Jupiter/Tai Sui (太岁). It has the main characteristics of a Lion and Dog, thus it has the Bravery of a Lion as well as the Loyalty of a Dog. It is very loyal and obedient in nature that is known to protect its master with their lives. It can ward off evil, enhance wealth and protect properties.ĭuring the Warring States (三国演义), it was also used as a symbol to boost the loyalty, morale and fighting spirits of the soldiers. This celestial being is a very fierce and powerful creature known to travel through the Heaven and Earth.
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It looks more or less like a Qilin (麒麟) but it is much stronger, stout, has a single long and thick horn, a lion dog like face, hoofs of a horse and wings on both sides of its body plus a big strong tail. Many countries such as China, Thailand, Tibet, Cambodia and India etc are using this number for its power. The number “9” is the greatest number in Numerology and also the most powerful. According to ancient history, Tian Lu (天禄) aka Pi Xiu (貔貅) is the Ninth Son of the Dragon and it is an auspicious and powerful celestial creature that brings good fortune. Tian Lu (天禄) aka Pi Xiu (貔貅) is one of the celestial beings besides the Dragon (龙), Phoenix (凤), Tortoise (龟) and Qilin (麒麟). History of a Tian Lu (天禄) aka Pi Xiu (貔貅) Please take some time to read on in order to understand this powerful and mystical celestial being. In the olden days, there are a lot of versions and stories about Pi Xiu (貔貅), which is also known as Tian Lu (天禄) or Bi Xie (辟邪). There is always a concern of placing a pair of Tian Lu (天禄) or just a single piece. You can also approach certain knowledgeable Feng Shui Masters to do the “activation” (开光) too.Īn important point to note is that if you think that it will protect you or bring you good luck when you are doing things that can harm others, then you will be very much disappointed. In the ancient days, it has to be brought to the temple and done by a high priest. Many experienced Feng Shui masters know the effectiveness of the Tian Lu (天禄) aka Pi Xiu (貔貅) and will highly recommend it to their clients.īeing a celestial being, the Tian Lu (天禄) aka Pi Xiu (貔貅) has to be “activated” (开光) in order for it to be effective. It is also being carried on the body for personal protection and luck enhancement.

Tian Lu (天禄) is one of the best Feng Shui items to be placed at home or office to enhance fortune, ward off evil, prevent catastrophes and guard the premises. If you do not know which is clashing with the other, it will cause unwanted problems rather than do us good. Some Feng Shui items tend to clash with one another. My recommendation would be to place a Tian Lu (天禄) aka Pi Xiu (貔貅) in the Wealth Position within the living room of our house or office instead of using too many other items. We have many different kinds of Feng Shui items in the market however, after getting too many of such items to be placed in our house, it would surely look like a mini temple. Throughout my years of practicing Feng Shui and traveling around China, Hong Kong and Taiwan, I realized that Tian Lu (天禄) aka Pi Xiu (貔貅) is the most ideal auspicious celestial creature to be used to enhance our home and business because it has many functions that suit all our needs.
