Mahjong Readings: 144 Tiles Symbolism

The 144 Mahjong Tiles Symbolism

Mahjong Oracle Fortune Telling





Mahjong Chinese Symbolism of the 144 Tiles 

36 Bamboos, 36 Circles, 36 Caracters
16 Simple Honors, 12 Superior Honors,
8 Supreme Honors
Circles 4 Jade

Circles 4

Symbol: Jade

The Jade tile indicates hard work resulting in spectacular results. Jade is thought to be an "immortal stone" to many. Therefore is also denotes longevity of relationships, life and principled values.


Chinese Symbol and Pinyin Pronunciation 



Click on a tile to see its symbolism. 

The 36 Bambos represent Axis of the Earth
4 suites of 9 bamboos. 

                     


36 Points or Circles represent the Wheel of Heaven
4 suites of 9 points. 

               


The 36 Characters represent the changes of the life of Man
4 suites of 9 caracters.

                      


16 Simple Honors,
4 times 4 Directions or Winds. 

     


12 Superior Honors,
4 times 3 Dragons. 

     


8 Supreme Honors,
4 Flowers, 

     


4 Seasons.