Chinese GoldFish: Animal means abundance of gold, making the Goldfish a popular symbol in the Chinese culture.
One of the most popular New Year's images is a child holding a large goldfish and a lotus flower which brings both wealth and harmony. A Goldfish embroidered on a bag or shirt is a sure-fire way to bring the energy of abundance into your life.
The Chinese words for goldfish are identical with the two words meaning "Gold and Abundance" therefore many Chinese keep goldfish at there homes or in ponds in temple gardens.
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Eileen very nice post. Unfortunately not too many agents bother to learn about customs or taste of other cultures. I have spent alot of time doing business in the Far East sectors. I just do not understand how anyone could hope to do business and not know what their clients want.
Eileen, I did not realize what gold fish meant to the Chinese. Different customs are very interesting.
Eileen - I am amazed at what I have been able to learn about Asian cultures and symbols from reading your posts.
Eileen, I need to rush out and buy some goldfish after this post : )
Eileen- That is why in Hawaii there are so many Koi ponds:) Auspicious little golden fellows:)
Hi Eileen, Nice post. Thanks for sharing.
Best - Sash
Eileen- I really like Chinese Gold fish and there are some huge ones at The Flamingo here in Las Vegas!
Vegas Bob
Eileen, How true! I love them myself :) I used to have a koi pond in my backyard and always miss it.
Hi Eileen, I use some feng shui in my home. I live on a cul de sac and we put a small gold fish pond by the front steps. I think learning about other customs is always interesting.