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Chapter 5 of 10
大六壬心境
This volume is divided into two major modules: the Gate of Misfortune and the Gate of Fortune, with class combinations, positions of spirits and generals, and the Five Elements' phases of prosperity, prominence, decline, and imprisonment as the core judgment criteria. Below is a detailed vernacular translation and study interpretation item by item.
Vernacular Direct Explanation
The Nine Ugliness hexagram pairs the five Heavenly Stems Yi, Wu, Ji, Xin, and Ren as day stems with the four Branch midpoints Zi, Wu, Mao, You, forming the following ten days:
| Day Stem | Four Midpoints | Nine Ugliness Days |
|---|---|---|
| Yi | Mao, You | Yi-Mao, Yi-You |
| Wu | Zi, Wu | Wu-Zi, Wu-Wu |
| Ji | Mao, You | Ji-Mao, Ji-You |
| Xin | Mao, You | Xin-Mao, Xin-You |
| Ren | Zi, Wu | Ren-Zi, Ren-Wu |
If on these ten days one encounters Da Ji (Chou) added to the Earthly Branch position, it forms the Nine Ugliness hexagram.
When Da Ji dominates the Branch position, it indicates disaster approaching the person. At this time, one must also check whether Da Shi and Xiao Shi reinforce each other:
For Yang days, misfortune predominantly affects men; for Yin days, women encounter difficulties.
It is further divided into Double Yang and Double Yin:
Specific causes are determined by the Heavenly Officials and Spirits:
| Spirit/General | Primary Matter |
|---|---|
| Da Ji meeting Zhu Que | Litigation, disputes |
| Xuan Wu | Loss of property, seduction |
| Gou Chen | Fighting, lawsuits |
| Bai Hu | Illness, death |
The Nine Ugliness hexagram is not only unfavorable for marriage and taking a wife, but most taboo for travel and dispatching troops.
Study Note
The Nine Ugliness class is a typical "multi-condition ominous pattern." Its underlying logic is: specific day stems paired with the four midpoints, then encountering Chou Earth added upon, creating disharmony among the midpoints, Chou Earth, and the day stem's relationship. In modern application, the Nine Ugliness can be viewed as a red warning for high-risk travel, negotiations, contracts, and marriage. If one encounters this structure during decision-making, focus on verifying the backgrounds of relevant parties, especially guarding against disputes, loss of wealth, conflicts, and health issues.
Vernacular Direct Explanation
The Two Afflictions hexagram is divided into Heavenly Affliction and Earthly Affliction.
The lunar lodge is calculated by the sequence of the Twenty-Eight Mansions, with each month commencing from a specific mansion:
| Month | 1st | 2nd | 3rd | 4th | 5th | 6th | 7th | 8th | 9th | 10th | 11th | 12th |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Starting Mansion | Shi | Kui | Wei | Bi | Shen | Gui | Zhang | Jiao | Di | Xin | Dou | Xu |
Calculation commences from the first day of each month, and whenever encountering mansions such as Kui, Jing, Zhang, Yi, Di, one day is retained. When the count is exhausted, the location of the lunar lodge is known.
For example: On the fifteenth day of the first month, counting from the Shi mansion, the lunar lodge is determined to be the Xing mansion. The Xing mansion is in the Wu palace; if Wu is added to a midpoint as the initial transmission, this forms the Earthly Affliction hexagram.
In the lunar lodge mnemonic, the lunar lodge proceeds cyclically according to the order of the Twenty-Eight Mansions. This hexagram is named Heaven-Earth Affliction. If the Big Dipper handle is also added to Chou or Wei, it is called "Du Chuan."
Gender and subject correspondence:
The first, fifteenth, and last days of the lunar month are the four cardinal days. When a man's annual location reaches the day lodge, he may be detained by officials. On the Zi, Wu, Mao, You four midpoint days, when a woman's annual location reaches the lunar lodge, she may suffer blood-related calamities.
The Two Afflictions hexagram indicates thieves and is unfavorable for travel.
Study Note
The Two Afflictions class emphasizes the "chaos of Yin and Yang" caused by the day and lunar lodges added to the four midpoints. The day lodge and lunar lodge respectively represent Yang and Yin, day and night, movement and stillness. In modern terms, this can be interpreted as internal and external information being out of sync, with institutions and implementation interfering with each other. When a decision-making scenario presents a pattern of "disturbance from above and below, inconsistency from left and right," one should avoid long-distance travel, expansion, or handling complex property affairs.
Vernacular Direct Explanation
The four Establishing days: Beginning of Spring, Beginning of Summer, Beginning of Autumn, Beginning of Winter. The day preceding each Establishing day is the Four Severance Spirits.
Whenever a divination is cast on an Establishing day and the current day's stem and branch dominate the previous day's stem and branch, this forms the Heavenly Calamity hexagram.
For example: Today is the Beginning of Spring, being a Yi-You day; last evening's end of winter was a Jia-Shen day. If on the Yi-You day at the Xu hour one casts a divination with the Yi stem dominating Jia, this indicates harm to others.
The Heavenly Calamity hexagram indicates calamity sent from Heaven, with misfortune occurring within one season, approximately within 145 days.
The cause is determined by the Heavenly Generals:
| Spirit/General | Primary Matter |
|---|---|
| Bai Hu | Death |
| Xuan Wu | Theft |
| Zhu Que | Official disputes |
| Gou Chen | Fighting, litigation |
| Tian Kong | Deception |
The source of misfortune is judged according to each Heavenly General.
Study Note
The core of the Heavenly Calamity class is "the day stem dominating the Severance Spirit during the transition between old and new." The four Establishing days are seasonal turning points, with the preceding day being the Severance Spirit, symbolizing old energy exhausted and new energy not yet stable. In modern management, this corresponds to vulnerable periods of institutional transitions, contract renewals, and personnel changes. If serious irregularities, oppression, or deceptive signals appear at such critical junctures, extra caution is required.
Vernacular Direct Explanation
The generation and killing of Yin and Yang are discussed at the Equinox and Solstice days: Spring Equinox, Autumn Equinox, Summer Solstice, Winter Solstice. The day preceding the Equinox/Solstice is the "Departure Spirit."
These four are named "morning energy," which cannot endure long.
For example: At the Spring Equinox, today is Mao, the Departure Spirit of yesterday returns to Yin. If at divination the lunar lodge resides on Yin, this forms the Heavenly Bandit hexagram.
The lunar lodge calculation is the same as in the Two Afflictions hexagram. The moon is accumulated Yin and governs killing energy. When the Departure Spirit encounters the lunar lodge, it becomes the Heavenly Bandit.
The Heavenly Bandit hexagram not only brings robbery to travelers; all undertakings cause bodily harm. The true lunar lodges correspond to:
| Star Mansion | Palace Position |
|---|---|
| Xin Yue Hu (Heart Moon Fox) | Mao |
| Wei Yue Yan (Roof Moon Swallow) | Zi |
| Zhang Yue Lu (Net Moon Deer) | Wu |
| Bi Yue Wu (Net Moon Crow) | You |
Study Note
The "bandit" in the Heavenly Bandit class comes from seasonal transitions, where Yin killing energy rides the lunar lodge in aggression. In modern terms, this can be understood as risk silently accumulating before policy or market inflection points. When business decisions encounter such timing, one must guard against external invasion, competitive interception, information leakage, and similar threats.
Vernacular Direct Explanation
When the initial transmission and the divination hour jointly overcome the day stem, this forms the Heavenly Net hexagram. The classic states: "The Heavenly Net is spread in four directions, and all things are injured."
For example:
To ask what worry matters may arise, judge by the Heavenly Officials' indications.
Study Note
The "net" of the Heavenly Net hexagram is the combined restraint of the day stem by time and initial transmission concurrently. It indicates that the subject is constrained, with difficulty advancing or retreating. In modern terms, this can be viewed as a person under multiple layers of oppression from superiors, rules, and opponents. At such times, forced breakthrough is inadvisable; instead, seek third-party mediation or wait for circumstances to shift.
Vernacular Direct Explanation
The Heavenly Prison hexagram requires four misfortunes to be simultaneously satisfied:
Example: In the first month, on a Yi-You day at the Wu hour, since Xiao Ji (Wei) dominates Yin, it is called the mound. In spring, Earth is dead; Wei is Yi Wood's tomb, hence it is the mound. Wei Earth is overcome by Yin Wood, hence it is the enemy. Yi Wood's growth is at Hai, and Hai is Yi Wood's mother; if the Dipper handle points to Hai, it chiefly indicates worry for one's parents.
Correspondence of the Dipper handle:
| Dipper Handle Points To | Primary Worry |
|---|---|
| Midpoints (Zi Wu Mao You) | Self, brothers |
| Seasons' ends (Chen Wei Xu Chou) | Children, concubines |
| Day stem's growth position (e.g., Hai) | Parents |
For example, Hai-Mao-Wei are the positions of Wood.
Deng Ming (Hai) and Xiao Ji (Wei) follow this analogy. The Five Elements' phases of prosperity, prominence, decline, death, and imprisonment:
| Season | State |
|---|---|
| Autumn | Wood dead, Fire imprisoned |
| Summer | Metal dead, Water imprisoned |
| Winter | Fire dead, Earth imprisoned |
Travelers should not go out at such times. With knowledge of all matters, one can avoid worry.
Study Note
When the four misfortunes of the Heavenly Prison class converge, it is like a person trapped in jail with no way out. The "tomb" represents sealed resources, the "enemy" represents hostile forces, "death/imprisonment" represents exhausted vitality, and "Dipper handle on the day stem's growth position" represents compromised foundations. In modern scenarios, such as corporate cash flow disruption, licenses being withheld, or core teams being trapped, this class can serve as an analogy. At such times, one should cut losses, defend, and refrain from expansion.
Vernacular Direct Explanation
Heaven has three wonders: Sun, Moon, and Stars.
If the lunar lodge is initiated in the Tian Gang palace, this forms the Death Wonder hexagram.
Correspondence of added positions of the three wonders:
| Added Position | Primary Worry |
|---|---|
| First of the four (Yin Shen Si Hai) | Parents |
| Midpoints (Zi Wu Mao You) | Self and brothers |
| Last of the four (Chen Wei Xu Chou) | Children, concubines, servants |
Example: On a Bing-Ding Fire day, if the Dipper is added to Yin, one worries from morning to night for parents; Yin is where Fire is born. Added to Wu, one worries about brothers; Wu is where Fire prospers. Added to Xu, one worries about wife and servants; Xu is Fire's tomb. All others follow this analogy.
Response timing:
| Added Position | Timing of Fortune/Misfortune |
|---|---|
| Day stem | Within the ten-day cycle |
| Day branch | Within the month |
| Tai Sui | Within one year |
When the Star Wonder dominates, death is indicated; when the Moon Wonder dominates, affliction is indicated. If the day stem, day branch, or Tai Sui has the Sun Wonder, then Star and Moon cannot cause harm, for when the sun rises, stars and moon vanish. The Sun Wonder is the day lodge; the Moon Wonder is the lunar lodge, calculated as in the Two Afflictions hexagram.
Study Note
The Death Wonder hexagram uses the three lights — sun, moon, and stars — as an analogy for layers of fortune and misfortune. The Sun Wonder is the most powerful and can dissolve the misfortunes of stars and moon. Modern interpretation: amidst a chaotic environment, the most clear and consensual "core rules" are like the sun, able to dispel shadowy maneuvering. One must identify the "sun wonder" in decisions — such as explicit legal provisions, clear instructions from superiors, or core data — to suppress rumors and hidden threats.
Vernacular Direct Explanation
Bai Hu (White Tiger) belongs to Western Metal, is fierce and mighty, governs punishment and killing, and is taboed from being added upon. If Bai Hu meets the Death Spirit, and calamity manifests on the day stem, day branch, or annual location, this is Soul Dissolution. Even without illness, one's spirit becomes clouded and lethargic.
Example one: In the second month, at the Yin hour on a Jia-Xu day, Sheng Guang (Wu) serves as the Tiger, being the Yin spirit above Jia. The Death Spirit commences from Si in the first month and is at Wu in the second month. Bai Hu and the Death Spirit press upon each other, causing deep harm.
Example two: In the sixth month, at the Wei hour on a Ren-Xu day, Tian Kui (Xu) serves as the Tiger and is also added to Ren. In the sixth month the Death Spirit is at Xu, pressing down upon the annual location.
Rules of inner and outer, Yin and Yang:
Study Note
The Soul Dissolution class is a "Bai Hu + Death Spirit" combination, chiefly indicating mental dispersion, fear, sudden severe illness. In modern terms, this corresponds to extreme anxiety, debilitation, PTSD, or loss of judgment under sudden crisis. At such times, prioritize safety and health issues, and refrain from participating in high-risk decisions.
Vernacular Direct Explanation
There are two versions of the Three Yin hexagram.
Version One:
Version Two:
No matter how one plans under the Three Yin hexagram, the spirit has already entered the tomb. All affairs go poorly, family property disperses, and even passing the imperial examination, official rank does not advance.
Study Note
The core of the Three Yin class is "layers of Yin energy stacking," symbolizing the comprehensive failure of support systems. In modern terms, this is a person simultaneously lacking high-level support (Tian Yi reversing), lacking resource vitality (death/imprisonment), and being suppressed by timing and environment (the hour overcoming the annual). The optimal strategy at such times is not to push for promotion or expansion, but to cultivate oneself, learn, and maintain a low profile during transition.
Vernacular Direct Explanation
When the Wandering Soul Killer is added to the annual location, day stem, and day branch, and the initial transmission rides a malevolent spirit or general, this forms the Flying Soul hexagram. It indicates that one's soul and spirit are unsteady, encountering ghosts on the road, and easy to startle.
Position of the Flying Soul Killer: Proceeding through the twelve branches, commencing from Deng Ming (Hai) in the first month.
Study Note
The Flying Soul class represents mental instability, scattered attention, excessive dreaming, being easily startled, and poor sense of direction. In modern terms, this corresponds to nervous exhaustion from overwork, information overload, or frequent travel. At such times, reduce multi-tasking, and avoid late-night driving or signing complex agreements.
Vernacular Direct Explanation
Positions of the Mourning Gate Killer:
| Month | Mourning Gate Position |
|---|---|
| 1st month | Wei |
| 2nd month | Chen |
| 3rd month | Chou |
| 4th month | Xu |
| 5th month | Wei |
| 6th month | Chen |
| 7th month | Chou |
| 8th month | Xu |
| 9th month | Wei |
| 10th month | Chen |
| 11th month | Chou |
| 12th month | Xu |
The four seasons flow circularly, counted in reverse. If the Mourning Gate is used on the annual location, stem, branch, the sick may face death, and even healthy people bear declining energy. If Bai Hu further dominates, the misfortune intensifies; judgment should be comprehensive according to the Heavenly Generals.
Study Note
The Mourning Gate does not necessarily mean death, but rather indicates "mourning energy" shrouding a person, with vitality diminished. In modern interpretation, it can be viewed as a person or organization entering a low-energy period: prolonged illness, stagnant projects, personnel attrition. Special attention must be paid to health management and the morale of core personnel.
Vernacular Direct Explanation
Tian Kui constantly follows the four midpoints; in the first month over You, counting in reverse.
The Heavenly Ghost, also called Hidden Calamity, occupies the following positions:
| Month | Hidden Calamity Position |
|---|---|
| 1st month | You |
| 2nd month | Wu |
Moving in reverse through the four midpoints. Whenever the annual location or day stem encounters this killer, it indicates hidden soldiers causing harm/death by violence, or the entire family falling ill. Prayer and purification rituals are advised to remove it.
Study Note
Hidden Calamity is an "ambush of hidden disaster" that is not easily detected. In modern terms, this corresponds to risks hidden within systems: latent corruption, safety hazards, hereditary diseases, etc. Regular inspections, medical checkups, and safety audits are advisable; one should not be lulled by surface calmness.
Vernacular Direct Explanation
One branch before the day stem is the Heavenly Net Killer; its opposing position is the Earthly Net.
For example: On Geng days cast in Geng lessons in Shen, You is the Heavenly Net and Mao is the Earthly Net.
If the Heavenly Net and Earthly Net manifest in the initial transmission, annual location, stem, or branch, it indicates official disasters and illness.
Corresponding spirits and generals:
| Spirit/General | Primary Matter |
|---|---|
| Zhu Que | Fire disaster |
| Bai Hu | Illness |
| Teng She | Anxiety, dreams, strange occurrences |
Study Note
The Heavenly Net and Earthly Net hexagram resembles falling into a chain of difficulties, restricted from all directions. In modern terms, this can be viewed as multi-dimensional entrapment in litigation, compliance review, or public opinion crises. At such times, first assess the worst-case outcome, avoid further provoking all parties, and prevent official disputes and illness from spreading.
Vernacular Direct Explanation
Three Radiances conditions:
When all three stand together without mutual overcoming, this forms the Three Radiances hexagram. Affairs bring joy, and the sick recover. Even encountering inauspicious generals brings no worry. Legal detention does not last long, but ultimately there is release.
Example: In the sixth month, on a Wu-Yin day at the Yin hour, all three transmissions are in prosperity, mainly indicating the noble person's honor and eminence.
Study Note
The Three Radiances is an image of Yang harmony, representing Heavenly timing, earthly advantage, and human unity all being present simultaneously. In modern terms, this is the alignment of policy support, one's own capability, and team morale. It is suitable for advancing major projects, signing contracts, and making public appearances.
Vernacular Direct Explanation
Three Yang conditions:
With upper and lower mutually generating, spirits and generals auspicious, travel is favorable, rank advances, illness resolves, litigation clears, and all matters are auspicious. Even encountering inauspicious generals brings no major transgression. Guo's different text states: "Even encountering punishment with high office and generous salary, there is no fault."
Study Note
The Three Yang hexagram is the coordination of three places of Yang energy, symbolizing transparent situations, clear rules, and forceful action. It is suitable for job seeking, promotion, litigation settlement, and open negotiations. The key is to seize the stability of the high-level order represented by "Tian Yi moving forward."
Vernacular Direct Explanation
The Three Wonders are divided into two types: the Ten-Day Wonders and the Stem Wonders.
Ten-Day Wonders:
| Ten-Day Cycle | Wonder |
|---|---|
| Jia-Wu, Jia-Shen cycles | Shen Hou (Zi) |
| Jia-Yin, Jia-Chen cycles | Deng Ming (Hai) |
| Jia-Zi, Jia-Xu cycles | Da Ji (Chou) |
The Ten-Day Wonders do not avoid punishment or killing.
Stem Wonders:
| Day Stem | Stem Wonder |
|---|---|
| Jia | Wu |
| Yi | Si |
| Bing | Chen |
| Ding | Mao |
| Wu | Yin |
| Ji | Chou |
| Geng | Wei |
| Xin | Shen |
| Ren | You |
| Gui | Xu |
Stem Wonder arrangement: On Jia days it is at Wu, on Yi days at Si, moving backward from Wu to Chou, then turning back toward Wei where Geng commences as the wonder. Geng is at Wei, proceeding forward to Gui at Xu.
When a divination encompasses both Wonders, it brings delight; obtaining either one alone is auspicious. Matters are then judged in conjunction with the Heavenly Officials.
Study Note
A wonder represents rare opportunities and unexpected assistance. When the Ten-Day Wonder and Stem Wonder appear simultaneously, it is like "both heavenly timing and personal ability boast rare highlights." In modern terms, this can be understood as serendipitous opportunities, such as encountering key contacts or obtaining exclusive resources. At such times, one should quickly identify and capitalize on them.
Vernacular Direct Explanation
The Six Ceremonies are divided into the Cycle Ceremony and the Branch Ceremony.
Cycle Ceremony: This is the head of the ten-day cycle. For example, in the Jia-Zi cycle, Shen Hou (Zi) is the ceremony.
Branch Ceremony positions:
| Branch | Branch Ceremony |
|---|---|
| Zi | Wu |
| Chou | Si |
| Yin | Chen |
| Mao | Mao |
| Chen | Yin |
| Si | Chou |
| Wu | Wei |
| Wei | Shen |
| Shen | You |
| You | Xu |
| Xu | Hai |
| Hai | Zi |
When the Yong Spirit obtains the Six Ceremonies, and the final transmission's spirit and general are greatly auspicious, there is celebration from beginning to end.
Study Note
The Six Ceremonies represent the imagery of "honor guard and institutional order." The Cycle Ceremony represents institutional frameworks, while the Branch Ceremony represents phase-specific coordination. Combining both can be understood as: a project having both a compliant framework and phased implementation plans. It is suitable for establishing institutions, forming teams, and advancing long-term planning.
Vernacular Direct Explanation
When the Tian Yi Nobleman is added upon, also riding the energy of prosperity/prominence, and manifests on the annual location, day stem, and day branch; and the initial transmission with auspicious spirits in the chain have energy, this forms the Wealth and Honor hexagram. It chiefly indicates a person of former wealth and high standing.
If the middle transmission encounters an inauspicious spirit, it merely causes temporary hindrance to immediate honor. Look to the final transmission for Qing Long, indicating precious treasures, wealth, and emoluments.
Study Note
The Wealth and Honor class emphasizes the alignment between the power and resources represented by "Tian Yi" and one's personal annual location and day branch. In modern terms, this can be understood as receiving authoritative endorsement, policy dividends, or favor from major clients. At such times, leverage momentum for development, but when the middle transmission shows obstruction, patient cultivation is required.
Vernacular Direct Explanation
There are two kinds of seals and ribbons:
If the initial transmission sees either one, it is auspicious; the appearance of both together is especially fine.
The Four Post Horses are: Tai Sui, monthly construction, day stem/branch, and annual location. For example, in the second month the construction is Mao, and the Post Horse is at Si; if the annual location stands at Zi, the Post Horse is at Yin.
Obtaining this conjunction forms the Official Rank hexagram. If the final transmission obtains auspicious spirits and generals, seeking office, entering selection, or transfer and promotion all succeed.
Study Note
The core symbols of the Official Rank class are the Seal and Ribbon, and the Post Horse. The seal and ribbon represent documents, official seals, and appointments; the Post Horse represents transfer, travel, and opportunity. In modern terms, this corresponds to position promotions, qualification approvals, and cross-department transfers. When seal and horse appear together, it often means that "personnel documents and position mobility" arrive simultaneously.
Vernacular Direct Explanation
The Zi Wei Floral Canopy resides at Shen Hou (Zi), the Heavenly Team Horse (Fang constellation) is at Tai Chong (Mao), and the horse is Sheng Guang (Wu).
The Heavenly Horse commences from Wu in the first month, moving forward through the six Yang positions. With the three transmissions of Wu, Mao, Zi, plus obtaining the Heavenly Horse, this forms the High Canopy and Chariot Ride hexagram.
Riding in the high canopy and chariot while mounted on a horse, with the further acquisition of Qing Long and Tai Chang, indicates abundant rank and emolument, exalted office, and generous salary.
Study Note
The High Canopy and Chariot Ride is an image of "full ceremonial array and prominent traveling." In modern terms, this translates to attending important conferences, delivering key speeches, or receiving public honors. It is suitable for brand launches, candidacy for positions, and high-profile social engagements.
Vernacular Direct Explanation
Geng and Xin together form the axe (Metal), and Mao Wood forms the carriage. Tai Chong (Mao) added upon Shen Metal as the initial transmission is named "Carving the Wheel," carrying the imagery of cutting, carving, and repairing the wheel.
If Tai Chang and the seal appear together in the transmissions, with Liu He and Qing Long, fortune and blessing are abundant. It is favorable for matters of merit and fame; only avoid Kong Wang (Void).
Study Note
Wheel Carving is a symbol of technical and qualification upgrade. Mao Wood is the wheel, Shen Metal is the chisel, representing polishing, training, certification, and skill enhancement. In modern terms, it is suitable for taking professional examinations, technical breakthroughs, and equipment renovations.
Vernacular Direct Explanation
Tian Kui (Xu) is the Seal, added to Si (Bing) — this is called "smelting," for Si is the furnace and Xu is the seal. Within it, Tai Chong (Mao) serves as the mold. The three transmissions Si, Xu, Mao form "Casting the Seal." When casting the seal and riding the chariot, official rank can be achieved.
If Tai Yin and Liu He in the transmissions are prosperous/prominent and mutually generating, it is most favorable for seeking office; only avoid Kong Wang (Void).
Study Note
The Seal-Casting class directly corresponds to "seals, licenses, brands, and certification." Si Fire smelts Xu Earth into a seal, with Mao Wood as the mold, representing building qualifications from nothing. In modern terms, it is suitable for applying for patents, trademark registration, company formation, and qualification approvals.
Vernacular Direct Explanation
The Tai Sui today serves as the Nobleman; the initiation must also employ the monthly general spirit. The Dragon Virtue hexagram is favorable for seeking emoluments and performing meritorious service; receive the true official-ship and congratulate the sagely sovereign.
When Tai Sui serves as the Nobleman, the monthly general initiates, and the final transmission further obtains auspicious generals and good spirits, this indicates official appointment emanating from imperial decree — a true official position. Great fortune.
Study Note
In the Dragon Virtue class, Tai Sui symbolizes the supreme authority and the source of policy. The monthly general initiating indicates that action is properly timed. With an auspicious final transmission, it is like receiving direct elevation from superiors and explicit policy support. In modern terms, this is suitable for seeking government support, applying for official projects, or earning senior-level recognition.
Vernacular Direct Explanation
The first, middle, and last of the four groups pass down together; the positions of noble and base remain balanced. Or, when the year, month, or day arise, consecutive connections link together.
Three transmissions occupying the same position benefit accomplishments and successful endeavors. When inauspicious, calamity knows no end; when auspicious, celebration continues unbroken.
Year, month, day, hour construction — whether following or reversing — brings delay.
Study Note
The String of Pearls class has three transmissions or time elements arranged continuously, indicating continuity in affairs. When auspicious and continuous, it suits long-term planning; when inauspicious and continuous, troubles are ceaseless. In modern project management, the String of Pearls can be understood as whether "phases are continuous and controllable." If continuous resistance appears, interrupt the rhythm and build buffers.
Da Liu Ren class patterns are not judgments based on single spirits and killers, but rather conditional combination systems. The Gate of Misfortune emphasizes multiple "death/imprisonment, tomb/enemy, punishment/killing, four midpoints, and the stacking of Yin energy," while the Gate of Fortune emphasizes multiple "prosperity/prominence, forward movement, noblemen, seals and ribbons, post horses, and interconnected transmissions." The spirits and generals have clear division of labor:
| Spirit/General | Basic Symbolism |
|---|---|
| Qing Long | Wealth, prominence |
| Tai Chang | Seals, documents |
| Zhu Que | Disputes, documents, fire |
| Xuan Wu | Theft, secrecy |
| Gou Chen | Fighting, entanglement |
| Bai Hu | Illness, death, punishment, injury |
| Teng She | Anxiety, dreams, strange occurrences |
| Tian Kong | Deception, emptiness |
The Gate of Misfortune translates into risk checklists: for travel, contracts, litigation, and personnel changes, check whether class patterns such as "Heavenly Net," "Heavenly Prison," "Death Wonder," or "Soul Dissolution" appear. The common thread of these classes is that "internal and external energy fails to circulate, support is lacking, and timing is unfavorable."
The Gate of Fortune translates into opportunity identification: when symbols such as noblemen, seals and ribbons, post horses, and Qing Long concentrate, this often corresponds to reality's superior support, qualifications materializing, position mobility, and wealth growth.
Use the "Hypothesis-Action-Review" method:
The Gate of Misfortune appears superficially as "ominous classes," but they are actually ancient observation models for external constraints and one's own energy deficiencies; the Gate of Fortune is the expression of "timing, identity, and resource coordination." This resonates with the Book of Changes concept aligned with the cycles and timing: it is not that auspicious classes make people succeed, but that when conditions mature, matters naturally succeed; it is not that inauspicious classes cause failure, but that forced, reckless action leads into dilemma.