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【玳瑚師父客人見證】《差一點的車禍》
THE CAR ACCIDENT THAT ALMOST HAPPENED
文 / 蔡永文 先生 Written by Mr Justin Chua

我很幸運，也很榮幸，在2017年9月29日請到玳瑚師父爲我批八字。

在此，也想感謝季謙引領我聯繫玳瑚師父。這次的諮詢打開了我的思想，180度地改變了我的生活和價值觀。

這是我第一份的見證，因爲這只不過是發生在這六個月內的一部份好事。我相信在未來的時間里，將會有第二份和第三份，因為我需要時間去執行玳瑚師父的建議和提示。

先讓我說說這五件事：

1.「隱形的第三者」：

我的書房裡有一位看不見的第三者。雖然「他」沒有惡意，但我覺得他在情緒方面影響了我的家人。玳瑚師父很準確地分析，並解釋了這情況的來龍去脈及「他」的由來。

雖然「他」還在那裡，但我現在內心安寧。因爲我已經應用了玳瑚師父的兩個建議。我現在正在籌備執行玳瑚師父其他的建議，實行後就會寫第二份的見證。

2. 貴人：

批八字令我印象深刻的其中一項，就是認貴人。

自從我小時候起，我就知道我沒有一帆風順的生活，因此，我一直提醒自己努力工作，為我所做的一切付出更多的心血和心思。

玳瑚師父向我解釋如何確認我的貴人。諮詢結束後，我仔細去思考那些在我生活中幫助過我，指導過我的人，那些在我需要支持的時候給予力量，關懷和安慰的人。果真，他們就是師父爲我歸類的貴人！玳瑚師父的準確度200％！這是現代科學無法解釋的。

要引貴人出現，我必須累積更多的功德，這也是我自2017年9月底以來一直在做的事。關於功德，我將在以下再詳細說明。

3. 休息環境或住宅：

玳瑚師父建議，如果我的家人去度假，韓國將是最理想的地方。 （當然，歐洲也可以，但是需要多一點金錢）。他提到，去寒冷的國家旅行對我們會有好處。

我還記得他提到，對於我的八字，最好能住在水體或綠地/山脈附近。我們全家在一個滑雪的旅館住宿三晚，我終於明白玳瑚師父的建議。我們的房間位於山前，算是山腳。

以往我和家人一起度假的時候，我通常是最後一個在早上醒的，总想睡得更多，哈哈！但是在這三個的早晨裡，我是第一個醒來，最奇的是，我就如充了電似的，充滿活力，就像自然醒。

我的家人感到驚訝，因為我是最後一個睡覺的。（只有一間廁所，我會確定所有的家人使用完後，我才去使用，而且我還必須洗奶瓶，並準備第二天的一切）。突然之間，我體驗到玳瑚師父的建議是如此又一次的準確，及其寓意。

4. 車禍：

玳瑚師父曾預測2018年將是我可能發生嚴重車禍的一年。我很擔心。事實上，在諮詢之後，我每天都會檢查我的汽車輪胎，然後才開車。但是，有一天，我沒有檢查。如果我回想起來，那是因為我忙辦年貨的事宜（那時是立春之後），而我正趕時間。

同時，我車的空調吹出熱的空氣，壞了。我在網上搜索，找到一些可靠的維修空調公司，並與其中一些人進行了交談。我終於決定找靠近我家的維修公司，也因爲在通話的時候，老闆聽起來對我很老實、坦誠和真誠。到達他的店面後，他的一名員工爲我的空調進行了診斷測試，並建議我更換新的一套。同時，他剛好在我的一個輪胎上發現了嚴重的缺陷。

輪胎的鋼絲已經露出了！這顯示輪胎胎紋已經嚴重磨損。我非常困惑，因為一兩天前，我很肯定不是這個狀況的。我心裡在想，這公司真的拯救了我的命啊！

想想如果在高速公路行駛，輪胎可能爆裂，車禍肯定是致命的。萬一我的車撞到另一輛車，其他乘客或車輛受到影響，該怎麼辦？我感到震驚，也幸運。我和老闆聊了聊，並感謝他，然後......我想到玳瑚師父的指導，才發現這老闆就是我的貴人

這是否意味著我已度過了這個難關？我不確定，但我有一種感覺，在我的生活中修功德和累積功德，是讓這事化險為夷的關鍵。

5. 功德：

玳瑚師在臉書上的文章提到了修功德。自從我遇到他以來，我提醒自己時時刻刻要做善事。

一些簡單的例子：捐贈給窮人和貧困者，向那些需要幫助的人伸出援助之手。

例如：我每周會去廟訪，一位行走困難的奶奶要求我給她買一杯茶，雖然我不久前從樓梯上跌了下來，剛出醫院，我還是馬上買一杯給她。

另一件事：一個媽媽抱著嬰孩在細雨中等待一輛Uber，我把我的雨傘借給她們，也陪她們等。

一個簡單的善念，也能大有幫助。

我也常唸「住生短咒」。我發現在2018裡，貴人較頻密地在我的生命中出現。

玳瑚師父是一個嚴肅的人，但他對每個人都很關心。我記得當他給我提出一些建議時，我和他分享了我在執行這些建議時遇到的一些挑戰，他的表情是真的很關心，並提出了其他可行的方法。

如果有人想改善自己的生活，不要期待聽甜言蜜語或處處都稱心如意。最重要的是，採取正確的行動並時時用心努力。

謝謝玳瑚師父！ 🙏🙏🙏
祝福您身體健康、年年有餘、一年比一年好！🙏🙏🙏

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*Testimonial Part 1 from Justin Chua*

I have the good fortune and privilege to have my Bazi read by Master Dai Hu around End September 2017. I want to thank Ji Qian for linking me up with Master Dai Hu as this session opened up my mind and changed my life.

This is Part 1 of my testimonial because after a span of six months, these are just some of the positive things that have happened. I am certain that in time to come, there will be Part 2 and Part 3 because I will need time to work on Master Dai Hu's suggestions, advice and tips.

Meanwhile, let me illustrate on five key specific areas:

1. "Invisible third party":

There was an invisible third party in my study room. While "he" wasn't malicious, I felt "he" did affect my family in terms of moods and emotions. Master Dai Hu was spot on in his analysis and explain the fundamentals behind this situation and "him".

While "he" is still there, I am at peace and things have become better because I have applied two pieces of advice which Master Dai Hu had suggested. I am now working on the next course of recommendations and I will update this testimonial when it materializes.

2. Benefactors:

One of the memorable aspects of our session was the identification of Benefactors.

Ever since I was young, I know that I do not have a smooth sailing life and hence, I have always reminded myself to be hardworking and put in extra effort in everything I do. Master Dai Hu explained to me on how to identify my benefactors.

After the session, I went back to reflect on the important people who have assisted me, mentored me and gave me strength when I am in need over the years.. and guess what, they fall into these categories of benefactors.

The accuracy is 200%, and this is something that modern science will not be able to explain. For benefactors to appear, I must accumulate more merits, and this is what I also have been doing since end September 2017.

More to be elaborated below.

3. Resting Environment or Residence -

Master Dai Hu suggested that if my family were to go for vacation, Korea will be the most ideal place. (Of course, Europe as well, but subject to our budget). He mentioned that a trip to cold countries will do us good. I also recalled he mentioned that for my Bazi, it is best to find a residence near a water body, or greenery/mountains.

I had a sneak preview of this and during one of our stays in a ski resort, I finally understood why. Our room was located right in front of a mountain. In all the vacations I went with my family, I was usually the last to wake up in the morning and always wanted to sleep more.

But for these three particular mornings, I was the first to wake up, and when I do so, I feel very recharged and energized, like I woke up naturally.

My family was even surprised because I was the last to sleep (there was only one toilet and I made sure all my family members use it first before it was my turn, and also I had to wash milk bottles, and prepare for the next day). And suddenly, Master Dai Hu's recommendations were spot on once again after I realized the significance.

4. Car accident:

Master Dai Hu predicted that 2018 would be a year where I would likely have a serious car accident. I was very worried. In fact, after my session with him, I checked my car tires every day before I move off.

However, for one day, I did not check. If I recalled, it was because I was busy with CNY stuff (it was just after 立春), and I was in a rush. Concurrently, my air con failed on me, blowing hot air. I googled, found some contacts for a reliable air con workshop, and spoke to a few of them.

I finally settled on one which was near my house, but also, the boss seemed to be really honest, upfront and genuine to me during the phone call. Upon reaching the workshop, one of his worker ran a diagnostic test for my air con and suggested that I change a new set. At the same time, he happen to spot a serious flaw in one of my tires. The steel threading have already appeared which means the tire is already bare and worn out.

I was pretty puzzled because I was sure it wasn't like that just one or two days before. I then realized that this workshop could have save my life.. imagine driving along the expressway, the tire could burst and a car crash is certainly deadly.

What if my car hit another car and other passengers or vehicles are affected? I was shocked and counted my blessings.

I had a chat with the boss and thanked him, and then.. I realized he was my benefactor based on Master Dai Hu's guidance. Does it mean that I have made it past this critical stage? I am not sure, but I have a feeling cultivating merits could be important in this incident.

5. Merits -

Master Dai Hu and his articles on Facebook mentioned about cultivating merits. Ever since I met him, I have made it a point to accumulate merits.

Some simple examples: donation to the poor and needy, lending a helping hand to people who requires it at that point of time

Some examples: While at my weekly temple visit, a grandma who has difficulties walking asked me to buy her a cup of Teh O, I did so right away even though I had fell off the stairs and out of hospital not long ago.

Another one: I offered my umbrella to a mother and her toddler while she was waiting in the drizzle for Uber.. simple thoughts to help others, goes a long way.

I also often recite the Rebirth to Pure Land Short Mantra. I find that benefactors appear in my life more often in 2018.

Master Dai Hu is a strict person but he means well to every individual. I remember when he gave me some recommendations, and I share with him some of my challenges in executing it, he looked genuinely concerned and suggested feasible alternatives. If anyone wants to change their lives and make it better, do not expect sweet words and a bed of roses. Most importantly, take the correct action and make a conscious effort.

Thank you Master Dai Hu! 🙏🙏🙏
Wishing you best of health, wealth and all the good things in life! 🙏🙏🙏

年菜大集合！
每道菜都有自己的含義！

【雞】
台語中『雞』與『家』同音，所以會說『呷雞起家』望新的一年也有好的運勢。

【餃子】
把水餃包成元寶的樣子，象徵招財進寶。

【包仔粿】
若是包鹹的就是『包金』，包甜的則是『包銀』。

【火鍋】
吃火鍋時圍成圈大家一起吃，象徵著團圓。

【長年菜】
一般為芥菜，而且要一整根完整吃下肚，不可以咬斷，象徵長長久久、長命百歲。

【鳳梨】
台語中『鳳梨』與『旺來』發音相似，因此過年送鳳梨象徵好運、富貴旺旺來。

【年糕】
除了常聽到的『步步高升』之外，據傳從周代開始，由於禾穀成熟一次稱為一年，所以後世過年吃年糕，就含有祝賀五穀豐登的意思了；吃年糕還有『年高』長壽的意思。

【丸子】
台語中『元』的發音為『丸』，吃三種不同的丸子就有『三元及第』的意思；而三元為：解元、會元、狀元，分別為科舉制度中鄉試、會試、殿試的第一名。

【蘋果】
取『蘋』的諧音，象徵平平安安。

【柿子】
取『柿』的諧音，象徵事事順利。

【魚】
也就是年年有『餘』，過年時每道菜都吃完，唯獨魚得剩下來，這樣新的一年才會『有餘』。

【蘿蔔】
台語發音為『蔡桃』可以寫作『菜頭』，因此取其諧音好『彩頭』也就是好兆頭。

【竹笙】
長相特別的菇類，象徵『竹報平安、生生不息』，常見於各項湯品中，最常見的有竹笙雞湯、佛跳牆等。

【發糕】
象徵『發財、高升』；另外，如果過年期間供著上的年糕、發糕發霉的話是好兆頭，象徵新的一年財源會向黴菌一樣生生不息的長出來。

【橘子】
取其諧音，象徵『大吉大利』。

【髮菜】
取諧音，象徵『發財』，常見的做法是髮菜湯。

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本集資料參考：

1.媽媽、阿嬤與長輩們的一手口頭資料

2.維基百科−年糕的由來：https://goo.gl/GR7jnB

3.羅瑞娜的瑞典主婦手札−年夜飯一定要吃的吉祥開運菜：https://goo.gl/6fWz2k

4.蔡承甫−過年風俗知多少：https://goo.gl/kUqGKg

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