Grounds of the Dragon Tortoise NV Seed garden

NV SEED · Dragon Tortoise

Seek blessings for yourself,
and a good omen for your life

Dragon Tortoise NV Seed is a feng shui plan made for the living. Drawing on the mountains, rivers and lie of the land, the spiritual energy of heaven and earth and the essence of the sun and moon, it seeks to shelter from the wind and gather qi, using the earth's qi to strengthen the person. Its core aims: more blessings, a longer life and better fortune.

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Planned forThe living

Core ideaDraw earth qi · Gather vital qi

Main aimsBlessings · Longevity · Fortune

Understanding sheng ji

What is sheng ji (生基)?

Sheng ji is not a grave, nor an arrangement for after death. It is a feng shui arrangement made for people who are still living.

Put simply, personal details and personal items that represent you are placed at a carefully chosen site. It draws on the earth qi of the hills and water and the qi of the 'dragon lair' to shelter from the wind and gather qi, letting the spiritual energy of heaven and earth strengthen the person.

The simplest way to see itMade for the living, drawing on earth qi to strengthen oneself

The five treasures that represent you are placed at a suitable site, so that the sheng ji stays linked to you over the long term, symbolising more blessings, a longer life and support for your fortune.

Dragon tortoise figure with a dragon's head and a tortoise's body

Dragon tortoiseA dragon's head on a tortoise's body, symbolising strength and longevity

Dragon tortoise symbolism

Why the dragon tortoise?

The dragon tortoise is known for its dragon's head and tortoise's body. The dragon stands for dragon qi, strength, career and prestige; the tortoise stands for stability, foundations, health and longevity.

DragonDragon qi · Career · Prestige

TortoiseRetaining qi · Stability · Longevity

Dragon tortoiseDrawing in qi · Retaining qi · More blessings

The dragon's head stands for 'drawing in dragon qi', and the tortoise's body for 'retaining qi, longevity and steadiness'. Together, the idea is both to draw qi in and to keep it there, making the foundation steadier.

Setting and layout

Draw on the qi of heaven and earth to lift your own fortune.

In traditional feng shui, sheng ji is all about 'earth qi'. The site must shelter from the wind and gather qi, and the surrounding hills and water must be in harmony. The spiritual energy of heaven and earth and the essence of the sun and moon are gathered at one stable spot, and the earth qi then strengthens the person.

Backed by hills

Traditionally symbolises a stable foundation and something to rely on.

Open surroundings

An open space in front (the 'bright hall') is meant to let qi flow in smoothly and vital qi spread out.

Embraced by hills and water

Hills and water wrap around the site, which is held to gather and retain qi so that it does not disperse.

Plenty of sunlight

Symbolises abundant yang energy, thriving vital qi and a bright overall setting.

Common wishes

Why do some people choose sheng ji?

Below are the most common purposes and principles of sheng ji in traditional feng shui. Each person's situation and results will differ, and none of this should be taken as a guarantee.

寿

Health and longevity

Focuses on adding years and nurturing health, symbolising a sound body, good spirits and a long life.

业

A smoother career

Draws on dragon qi to lift your career, symbolising smoother progress, more opportunities and more support in what you do.

贵

Help from benefactors

Focuses on drawing benefactors and good connections, in the hope of finding helpful people more easily in life and at work.

财

Steady wealth luck

Focuses on gathering and keeping wealth, symbolising steady wealth qi and a firmer footing in life.

家

Family blessings

Focuses on family harmony and lasting blessings, for steadier family relationships and family fortune overall.

缘

Goodwill and good connections

Focuses on building good connections and goodwill, so that relationships with others go more smoothly.

福

Adding and storing up blessings

Focuses on storing up and adding blessings, carrying good influences forward to you and your family.

The five treasures

What are the 'five treasures'?

Traditionally, when a sheng ji is planted, personal details and personal items that represent the person are prepared, linking the sheng ji to them. Preparation varies slightly between rituals; the 'five treasures' commonly include:

01 Hair02 Blood03 Nails04 Clothing worn next to the skin05 Date and time of birth (bazi)

In traditional practice, these details and items represent the person and link the sheng ji to them. What you actually need to prepare, and how, will be explained by a specialist according to each arrangement.

The process

Roughly how does it work?

Assess the siteLook at the hills and water, the terrain, the surroundings and the overall layout.
Prepare personal details and the five treasuresPrepare the details and personal items that represent you.
Date selection and placementA suitable date is arranged for the formal placement and related rituals.
Sheng ji set in placeIn traditional feng shui belief, it draws on earth qi and gathers vital qi, taking in qi to support your fortune over the long term.

Who it's for

Who might want to learn about sheng ji?

Sheng ji isn't only for older people. Many first look into it as their career grows, at a turning point in life, or when they hope to strengthen their overall fortune. Anyone who wants to plan ahead for themselves can start by learning about it.

Career growthHealth and longevityWealth and relationshipsFamily blessingsA change of fortune

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Dragon Tortoise NV Seed garden and dragon tortoise figure

Frequently asked questions

Is sheng ji a grave?

No. Sheng ji is a feng shui arrangement made for the living, not a burial arrangement for after death.

Is sheng ji only for older people?

No. Sheng ji is not limited to older people; anyone thinking about their career, a turning point in life, or planning ahead for themselves can find out more.

What do I need to prepare for sheng ji?

Usually your basic personal details and your date and time of birth (八字), plus the five treasures such as hair, blood, nail clippings and clothing worn close to the body. What exactly to prepare is explained when the formal arrangement is made.

Do I have to be there in person?

It depends on the arrangement; some steps need your own participation. The actual process follows the arrangement made at the time and what the officiant explains.

Will sheng ji definitely change my luck?

Sheng ji belongs to traditional feng shui culture, which holds that drawing on the earth's energy and gathering vital energy supports a person's overall fortune. But everyone's situation is different, and it should not be taken to mean that doing it will bring everyone the same result.