From Rodika Tchi,
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Definition: The feng shui compass, also called Lo-Pan, is used to access the following:

• deeper information about a site or a building, such as the favorable and unfavorable parts
• specific areas of the site connected to specific areas of people's lives
• the main element out of the five feng shui elements
• and more...

The compass consists of bands of concentric rings arranged around the magnetic needle, and it can have over forty rings of information. "Lo" means "Everything" and "Pan" means "Bowl", which can be interpreted as a container of the mysteries of the universe.

The square base of the compass is traditionally red, which symbolizes auspiciousness in Chinese culture. Red is also a strong protective color that helps keep the energy clear around the compass. In ancient times, the compass was made from tiger bones and was hand painted.

Also Known As: Luo-Pan, Lo-Pan

Examples: According to the compass reading, we need to limit the element of Metal at the entrance to your home, because it weakens the energy of your Health & Family life.