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In ancient China, fish were almost always included as one of the items in the betrothal gifts given to the parents of the bride. A pair of fish was symbolic of the joys of union, particularly of a sexual nature and the fish emblem was also believed to be a charm against bad luck since it is included among the auspicious signs on the footprints of the Buddha.

The double fish symbol is regarded as one of the eight treasures and is usually embroidered on to door curtains and pillowcases for good luck. The double fish symbol is both a protective amulet and an enhancer of good chi, Sheng Chi, worn to attract good luck. In Thailand, children are often given the double fish symbol to wear around their necks. These are usually made of gold, and sometimes set with precious stones like rubies, sapphires, and emeralds.

I have discovered that if the double fish symbol is present when the family is together, it ensures that the family stays together harmoniously. The phrase “staying together” has many implications — it means that no harm will come to any member of the family, no outsider will entice a member of the family away, there are good relations between the generations and between siblings and, most important of all, the husband and wife will not do anything to jeopardize the unity of the family. Divorces and separations will thus be reduced.

The best way to introduce this is in the dining area where the family sits down together for a meal. In the past, double fish symbols were carved onto dining tables. In my own home I have designed a glass-topped turntable very similar to the “lazy susan” used in many Chinese restaurants. I have the double fish symbol etched onto the glass top and it has served my family and me very well.