Clove&Clive HongBao

Culturally, red packets, or hongbao (angpow) as it is commonly known in Chinese, have been a necessity during the Lunar New Year. When I was young, I used to ponder upon the significance of the red packet and have many a time downplayed the act of giving red packets as unnecessary and ingenuine, when in fact this thinking was just a reflection of my own ignorance and arrogance. It was only years later that I realised the act of giving red packets is auspicious, that is, having the purpose of starting the new year with goodness and what better way to start it than with generosity, sharing our wealth! As in any cultural event, the genuine purpose of this ancient tradition got lost along the way and the hongbao became perceived as a burden to many.

The act of giving is key to our spiritual journey as it is in generosity that many noble actions unfold themselves – surrender, letting go, trust, willingness, allowing, accepting and many other more associated qualities like patience, endurance, determination etc.

Clove&Clive, in the spirit of making generosity a genuine and joyful act, redefines the hongbao by bestowing auspicious characters to the receiver, an act that allows the receiver to ponder upon the meanings of the word as a start for the New Year or in any auspicious events where the hongbao is used.

There is no better way to acquire these auspicious characters than the ageless wisdom of the I-Ching. Of the total 64 hexagrams in the I-Ching, 10 were chosen to represent auspiciousness in our newly-created hongbao. Each set of 10 hongbao (see below for design) are wrapped beautifully in a gold-stamped packaging and comes in two variations – red and gold. It makes a suitable token or gift for friends and associates.

With love,
TuckLoon



Clove&Clive Hongbao

Specifications:
Size: 8 x 16 cm (fits a one hundred ringgit bill unfolded)
Front: Gold stamping design
Self-sealing gold-stamped envelope
No of hongbao in each set: 10 pieces
Available in: Red  or Gold packets

Pricing
RM5.00 per set
RM10.00 for set of 3

To order, please download the order form here.

* Packaging and delivery cost are charged separately.

Qián: Creative Force The Movement of the Nature Is Full of Power. Thus the superior man makes Himself strong and untiring.   Persevere. and use creative effort within the Laws of Nature in order to succeed. Good timing is essential. Be positive and determined. Blessings will naturally come your way.	Kūn: Receptive The earth's condition is receptive devotion. Thus the superior man who has breath of character, Carries the outer world.   Have an open mind and be prepared to learn and listen. Discuss with those who can carry out your decision. Great success is indicated when you do so.
Tài: Pervading Heaven and Earth unite; The image of Pervading. Upon completing the course of heaven and earth; He furthers and regulates the gifts of heaven and earth to aid the people. It is a time for peace, harmony and prosperity. Use present result to develop new beginning. Lay new foundations for future successes. Take full advantage of every opportunity which beckons.	Qiān: Modesty Within the earth, a Mountain; The image of modesty. Thus the superior man reduces that which is too much, and augments that which is too little. He weighs things and makes them equal. Be natural and unpretentious. Be aware of your strength and weaknesses. Flaunt not your achievements or undervalue yourself. If you have a light, then let it shine. But do not set yourself up to outshine others.
Guān: Contemplation The Wind blows over the Earth: The image of Contemplation. Thus the kings of old visited the regions of the world, Contemplated the people, And gave them instruction. Take a complete fresh look at every situation. Taking an overview will help you to acquire a deeper understanding of what is already in the now. Act with integrity and use your knowledge to benefit others.	Fēng: Abundance Both Thunder and Lightning come: The image of Abundance. The superior man gives without reservation and thus Receives without limitation. Life will continue to give to you in the measure which you give to others. Only if you hold back, will the flow of abundance begin to deplete. Give for the sake of giving and not in order to get something back. A truly warm and generous heart will bring its own rewards.
Yì: Increase Wind and Thunder: The image of Increase. Thus the superior man: If he sees good, he imitates it; If he has faults, he rids himself of them. Increase implies reaching out and being of benefits to others. Think in terms of what you can contribute to the situation rather than what you can get out of it. As you give freely you will receive in many ways	Jìn: Prosperity The Sun rised over the Earth: The image of Prosperity. Thus the superior man himself Brightens his bright virtue. Your own prosperity depends on using the gifts already in your hand generously. The more you assist others to flourish the more, in return, you will receive ongoing support from the people you cherish
Shēng: Ascending Within the Earth, Wood grows: The image of Ascending. Thus the superior man of devoted character Heaps up little by little to culminate in high and great. Nothing can stop you when the foundations of your success are already firmly in place. Your efforts will gain recognition and you can be confident of getting the support you need. Step into the spotlight.	Héng: Perserverance Thunder and Winds: The image of Perseverance. Thus the superior man stands firm And does not change his direction. See things through to the end. Practise patience and persistence so as to continue going when things get tough. See them as a challenge to your determination. Be true to yourself.