25Jun13 - Pixiu

The Pixiu (or PiYao) is a Chinese mythical hybrid creature considered to be an auspicious creature that possessed mystical powers capable of drawing wealth luck from all directions. He is believed to be the ninth offspring of the Celestial Dragon King and has a big appetite for gold and silver which he brings to his master. He is perceived to be a strong and fierce creature who protects his master from any bad luck or illnesses.

   A pair of colorful liuli glass pixiu 

They are best shown sitting on chinese coins to signify your fortune being protected, thus making it a wealth enhancer as well. Many people prefer using the Pi Yao over Chi Lin because the Pi Yao does not have an anus and only eats but does not dispose. It has a big and infinite appetite. For the naturally greedy businessmen and merchants or housewives out there, if you intend to only have lots of money luck coming in and ensure the money never be spent, the Pi Yao is what you are looking for. The Pi Yao is also known to be very obedient to their owners as they are loyal in nature. 

    Brass and metal pixiu is quite common too, for safeguard of the house

Pixiu should be placed lower than the eye level of the tallest family member as it is not considered as a deity. You can placed it facing the front door or windows for good health and wealth. To use it as a feng shui cure, have it directly facing the ailment.

They are not suitable to be placed in bedrooms, kitchen and toilet. 

JJ