Calabash

A Feng Shui calabash (also known as a Wu Lou or gourd) is a traditional symbol in Chinese culture, often used in Feng Shui to attract positive energy and provide protection. It is derived from the natural shape of the bottle gourd, which has been used historically to store food, water, or medicine, symbolizing health, longevity, and abundance.

Symbolism of the Feng Shui Calabash

1. Health and Longevity: The calabash is associated with good health and a long life. Its name in Chinese, "Wu Lou," is phonetically similar to "fulu," meaning "happiness and prosperity."
2. Protection: It is believed to absorb negative energies and protect against harm or illness.
3. Wealth and Abundance: As a vessel that traditionally stores food and drink, it represents prosperity and abundance.

Uses in Feng Shui

1. Health Remedies:

   • Place it near the bed of someone who is ill to promote recovery and protect their health.
   • Use it in areas of your home associated with the Flying Stars Feng Shui system to counteract the negative energy of "Illness Star #2."

2. Relationship Harmony:

   • Hang or display a calabash in the bedroom to foster harmonious relationships between partners.

3. Wealth and Prosperity:

   • It can be used to attract wealth by placing it in specific areas linked to prosperity (e.g., the southeast corner, associated with wealth in the Bagua map).

4. Negative Energy Neutralizer:

   • Hang it near doors or windows to ward off negative energy and protect the home or workplace from harm.

5. Decorative Symbol:

   • Often carved from brass, wood, or jade, calabashes are decorated and displayed for their aesthetic and symbolic value.