Liu Ren Zhi Zhi Yu Ding (六壬直指御定)

課體：伏吟，元胎。課義：兩貴差跌，六虎陳列，病訟皆畏，仕宦怡悅。

This lesson's "Lesson Pattern" belongs to "Hidden Chant" combined with "Original Embryo." "Hidden Chant" occurs when the Month General is directly placed at the time of the divination, causing the Heaven Plate and Earth Plate to coincide, with the twelve heavenly spirits each remaining in their original positions, and matters being concealed without manifestation. "Original Embryo" refers to the three transmissions originating from the four Meng months (寅, 申, 巳, 亥), like the initial formation of fetal energy. The four lines of "Lesson Meaning" serve as the overall summary: "Day Noble" and "Night Noble" are misplaced relative to each other, leading to confusion and both parties failing to achieve their goals; the presence of White Tiger in six places of the transmissions indicates bloodshed and injuries, making it dangerous for matters related to illness or litigation; however, White Tiger is also a messenger for official promotion, so officials actually welcome it.

解曰：晝貴臨於夜地，夜貴臨於晝地，謂之貴人差跌。干貴者，事多參差，不能歸一。干支拱定晝貴，止求一處貴人方為有益。四課上兩寅屬虎，二子乘虎，初傳寅虎，末傳申虎，所謂六虎陳列也。二虎臨宅，申虎又屬官鬼，常人占病、占訟，豈不可畏？德祿驛馬臨日發用，末傳官鬼乘虎為催官使者，故仕宦占之則怡悅也。甲上加寅或卯，名懶求財格，心多退悔。

The nobleman in the daytime falls on the earthly branch where the nobleman in the night resides, and the nobleman in the night falls on the earthly branch where the nobleman in the daytime resides. This is called "nobleman difference." Whenever someone seeks help from the nobleman, the matter will be complicated and scattered, unable to be consolidated. The day stem and day branch both enclose the nobleman of the daytime, so only one nobleman should be chosen to seek help, and focusing on one will be beneficial. Two yin appear in the upper layer of the four lessons; yin in the twelve earthly branches is the tiger. Two zi also have the white tiger; the first transmission of the three transmissions is yin, which is the tiger, and the final transmission is shen, which is also the tiger. In total, there are six instances of the tiger, which is called "six tigers arranged." Two white tigers are pressing on the domestic爻, and the final transmission shen metal is the official ghost of the jia wood day stem. For ordinary people divining about illness or legal matters, how could this not be frightening? However, yin is both the virtue and salary of the jia day stem, and also the post-horse, directly facing the day stem and initiating the transmission. The official ghost in the final transmission, riding the white tiger, is actually a messenger urging promotion in official career, so officials who divinate this situation will be happy. Whenever the jia day stem is added with yin or mao, there is another name called "lazy fortune seeking pattern." Those who divinate about seeking wealth will feel reluctant and regretful, unwilling to make efforts to compete.

斷曰：此自任之卦，又曰元胎，利靜不利動，利上不利下，利君子不利小人。刑中有害，破中有合，吉凶禍福，相為倚伏。

This lesson belongs to the hexagram "Self-Responsibility," also called "Original Embryo": in all matters, one can only rely on oneself to take responsibility; it is suitable to remain quiet and maintain stability, not to act recklessly; it is suitable to strive upward, not to seek favor by clinging downward; it benefits the upright gentleman and is unfavorable to those who act for private gain. Within the hexagram, there is a combination of punishment and harm, and within the breaking, there is hidden harmony. Good fortune and misfortune, calamity and blessing, depend on each other and transform into one another; one should not judge solely from one aspect.

天時：水火伏匿，龍神入廟，無雨有風。謀望：先難後易。家宅：恐有動遷，夜占防孝服。婚姻：不利，晝占女子美好；夜占女子丑惡。疾病：主失音，肝家受病，腎水枯竭，宜清金滋水。胎孕：聾啞。求財：不甚得意，防人暗害。捕獲：女人在西北，男人在正南，俱不出境。遺失：在家中。行人：遠者回轉，近者將至。出行：宜從旱路。征伐：玉帳經云，青龍發用，得寶貨與圖書，防有伏兵，亦防吉中有凶。

Divination for weather conditions shows that the water deity and fire deity are hidden and not visible, and the Azure Dragon returns to its native palace, indicating no rain but wind. Divination for affairs shows initial difficulty followed by ease. Divination for the household suggests possible relocation, and if divined at night, there should be vigilance against death within the family. Divination for marriage is unfavorable; if divined during the day, the bride is beautiful, but if at night, she appears unattractive. Divination for illness indicates loss of voice and inability to speak, with the root of the illness in the liver, and also kidney water depletion. Treatment should focus on clearing the lung metal to nourish the kidney water. Divination for pregnancy suggests the child may suffer from deafness or muteness. Divination for seeking wealth shows little success and also warns of hidden harm from others. Divination for capturing criminals indicates female offenders are in the northwest, and male offenders are in due south, neither having fled abroad. Divination for lost items shows they remain within the household. Divination for travelers indicates that those traveling far are already on their way back, while those nearby are about to arrive. Divination for travel suggests traveling by land is advisable. Divination for military campaigns, according to the "Yuyang Jing," indicates the Azure Dragon initiates transmission, leading to acquisition of wealth and documents, but one must beware of hidden enemy troops and also of good fortune turning to misfortune.

畢法云：虎臨干鬼凶速速，日乘旺祿休狂妄，虎乘遁鬼殃非淺，賓主不投刑在上。吳越春秋，三月酉時范蠡占吳王病，三傳寅巳申，德祿在寅，病在巳，絕在申，春木旺金囚，無傷也。己巳有瘳，壬申全愈。

The "Bifa Fu" has four lines applicable to this situation. "White Tiger on the Day Stem's Official Ghost brings sudden misfortune" means that the White Tiger is riding on the Day Stem's official ghost, pressing down on the stem, causing disaster to come quickly. "The Day Stem rides on its flourishing and禄 (favorable) position, seeming to be in a good position, one must not therefore act recklessly." "White Tiger riding on the hidden ghost brings serious calamity" means that the White Tiger's riding god has hidden out of the ten-day cycle's heavenly stem and become a ghost, that is, the "hidden ghost," resulting in serious troubles. "The guest and host do not match, with punishment above" means that the upper gods of the Day Stem and Day Branch mutually punish and harm each other, indicating that the host and guest cannot agree. The ancient example cited comes from the "Wuyue Chunqiu": In the third month at the酉 (Metal) hour, Fan Li divined the illness of the King of Wu. The three transmissions were寅 (Wood),巳 (Fire), and申 (Metal). The virtue and禄 (favorable) god was in寅 (Wood), the disease was in巳 (Fire), and the绝 (end) was in申 (Metal). In spring, the wood energy was flourishing while the metal energy was weak and dying, so the申 (Metal) could not harm the寅 (Wood), thus the diagnosis was that there would be no harm. On the Jisi day, the illness eased, and on the Renshen day, it was cured.

課體：比用，連茹。課義：見生不生，互換無形，占父母病，不得安寧。

This lesson's "Lesson Pattern" is "Comparison and Use" combined with "Connected Roots." "Comparison and Use" refers to the situation where the four lessons have multiple instances of mutual restriction, and the lesson that matches the day stem in yin and yang is selected as the initiating transmission. "Connected Roots" refers to the three transmissions' earthly branches being connected in sequence like pulling up roots of a plant. The "Lesson Meaning" states: water although benefiting the day stem does not actually produce results, which is "seeing a benefactor but not actually benefiting"; the interaction between heavenly stems and earthly branches is mutual but the combined heavenly stem falls into an empty position, which is "mutual exchange without form"; the parents'爻 is empty, and if this is used to predict illness for a superior, it indicates instability.

解曰：三傳雖水生干，而戌亥旬空，子亦貪合，皆不能為生，故曰見生不生。子丑寅亥雖交車相合，然空而無形，何益之有。父母爻空，若為尊長占病則凶。後武相乘是暗期，從來明裡不曾知；忽因天鬼來沖破，卻覷旁人眼共眉。

In the three transmissions, although there is water that should nourish the day stem Jia Wood, the positions of Xu and Hai fall into the "ten-day void," and the Zi water is preoccupied with combining with Chou Earth and cannot nourish the wood. Therefore, the life qi is not effectively generated, hence the saying "seeing the nourishing element but not actually nourishing." Although Zi and Chou, as well as Yin and Hai, form a "crossing carriage combination" between the day stem and day branch, the combining spirits fall into the void, making it a hollow form without real substance, so what benefit is there? If the parents' element falls into the void, and one divines for a family elder's illness, it is a bad omen. As for the Heavenly Empress and the Black Tortoise combining, this represents a secret meeting between men and women, something known only to them; once it is broken by the Heaven Plate's ghostly spirits, the secret is exposed, and one can only live by others' expressions and gazes.

斷曰：此比用之課，知一而不知二。舍遠就近，舍疏就親；恩中主害，事起同類；孟行不行，孟止不止；節外生枝，先進後退。初傳有陰助之意，惜乎入於無用之鄉。謀官謁貴，有合而未合之象。惟利解散憂疑，易所謂履虎尾而不咥人也。

This is a "Bi Yong" (Comparison) divination. It only knows one aspect but not the other. In all matters, it abandons the distant for the near, and the distant for the close; intending to show kindness, kindness turns into harm. Troubles often arise from peers and similar people. Wanting to move but unable to, wanting to stop but unable to; complications arise beyond the main issue, first advancing then retreating. The first transmission originally meant secret assistance, but unfortunately falls into the Kongwang (void) where it is useless. Seeking official positions and visiting noblemen indicates a situation that is about to come together but has not yet. This situation is only favorable for resolving worries and doubts, just as the "Lǚ" (Cautious Steps) hexagram in the Zhou Changes says, stepping on a tiger's tail but the tiger does not bite.

天時：主晴，久雨亦晴。家宅：經云，空神抵宅，門戶虛墮，占者慮有失脫虛耗事。婚姻：雖成無益，得而復失；夜占繫貴家之女，美好而能飲。胎產：臨產則易生，是女胎或雙生。疾病：頭目有病，火氣甚衰，新病漸安，久病及占父母皆凶。失物：難尋。捕獲：不能得。行人：即歸。出行：當從水路，恐有阻隔。征伐：彼此無接，無吉無凶，當整飭軍容，以防萬一，敵人雖有陰謀，不足畏也。

Divination for weather indicates clear skies, even if there has been prolonged rain, it will eventually clear. Divination for the household indicates that the spirit of Kongwang is pressing upon the domestic爻, the entrance and exit are empty and not solid, so the diviner should be cautious of losing things, theft, and unnecessary expenses. Divination for marriage indicates that although the marriage may succeed, it brings no benefit, for once obtained, it may be lost again; if divined at night, the woman comes from a wealthy family, is beautiful, and can drink alcohol. Divination for pregnancy indicates an easy delivery, it is a female child or twins. Divination for illness indicates the illness is in the head and eyes, with a very weak heart fire, new illness will gradually become safe, but long-term illness and divination on behalf of parents are ominous. Divination for lost items indicates difficulty in finding them. Divination for hunting or trapping indicates failure to catch anyone. Divination for a traveler indicates he will return soon. Divination for travel indicates that one should take water routes, but be cautious of obstacles along the way. Divination for military campaigns indicates that the two armies will not engage in battle, there is neither good fortune nor misfortune, only the need to maintain strict military discipline as a precaution; although the enemy may have plots, there is no need to fear them.

畢法云：交車相合交關利，閉口凡占莫測機，不行傳者考初時。課經：夜占亥加子，太常乘日之長生臨支，交車相合，主宅中有婚姻之事，或開彩帛鋪，或開酒食店。三傳皆在四課為盤珠格。若太歲日月臨傳，主事遠大，謀為得遂。

The "Bifa Fu" has three sentences that are applicable. "When the day stem and day branch intersect and combine, it is favorable for business dealings and intermediary activities." "When the result is 'closed mouth,' all divinations are difficult to discern the underlying mechanism." "When the three transmissions cannot be proceeded with, focus solely on the first transmission and the time of the divination." The "Ke Jing" says: if a divination is done at night and the亥 is placed on the子, with Tai Chang riding on the day stem's growth god and being present on the day branch, and also intersecting and combining, it indicates there will be marriage or wedding affairs in the family, or opening a shop selling silk and cloth, or a restaurant. If all the characters of the three transmissions come from within the four lessons, it is called "Pan Zhu Ge." If the sovereign, day branch, and month builder all appear in the three transmissions, it indicates that the matter being handled is of long-term and grand scale, and the planning can be realized as intended.

課體：比用，悖戾，斬關，勵德。課義：不待啟齒，慨然而惠，晝卜如言，夜占仔細。

This lesson pattern combines "Lesson Pattern," "Comparison and Use," "Contradiction and Discord," "Breaking Through the Pass," and "Upholding Virtue." "Contradiction and Discord" refers to conflicting elements above and below, leading to contradictions in matters and reasoning; "Breaking Through the Pass" indicates that the three transmissions include the spirits associated with the gates of Chen and Xu, suggesting a tendency to break through barriers, escape, or flee; "Upholding Virtue" means that the virtuous spirit should be used, advising one to cultivate and uphold moral conduct. The "Lesson Meaning" states: before I even speak, the other party generously offers something; if this is divined during the day, it will be as predicted, but if divined at night, one must be cautious and vigilant.

解曰：支來生干，是慨然上門而惠我也，何待啟齒。晝占則上乘天后，又益其生，所以如言。夜則乘虎，反主驚疑，所以更宜仔細。若貪初傳之財，引入鬼鄉與脫氣之地，申坐戌空，三傳繫三旬空亡，占事到底無成，不可以先空後實許之。末傳雖助初，則反克干上之神。若有妄動，後必有禍。況戌財既繫旬空，兩元相夾，得不償費，又三傳間退，所謂倒拔蛇者是也。日財坐空，乘元臨支，防有失脫。

The water of the day branch comes to nourish the day stem of jia wood, which is like the other party being generous and offering benefits without being asked. There is no need for the person to make a request. If the divination is done in the daytime, the water of zi is in a superior position with the heavenly empress, which enhances its effectiveness, so the outcome will be as expected. However, if the divination is done at night, the water is accompanied by the white tiger, which instead indicates fear and suspicion, so one should be more cautious. If one is greedy for the first transmission of xu earth as a source of wealth, it will lead to the official ghost territory and a place where the day stem's energy is drained. The metal of shen sits on the empty xu, and the three transmissions span across three different empty periods, so the matter will not succeed in the end. It is not appropriate to use the idea of "first empty then real." Although the final transmission can support the first transmission, it actually harms the spirit on the day stem. Once there is any reckless action, misfortune will surely follow. Moreover, the earth of xu as a source of wealth is already in an empty period, and is surrounded by two layers of the black tortoise, so the gain does not outweigh the cost. The three transmissions are also in a reversed position, which is exactly the so-called "reversed snake" image. The wealth of the day stem is sitting in an empty period, accompanied by the black tortoise and resting on the day branch, so one should also be careful of losing it or having it disappear.

斷曰：此課所占，多是外事。占憂疑自散，災害不成，禍亂不作。

This lesson mainly concerns matters outside the family. When divining about worries and doubts, they naturally dissipate; when divining about disasters, they do not become significant; when divining about chaos and turmoil, they will not actually occur.

天時：當日有微雨或雪。家宅：防有虛耗，門戶未寧。婚姻：難成，成亦必至暌離；占女黑而越禮，女就男家。產孕：得男喜，申日可生。功名：總是虛華，徒勞心力。求財：惟利白手空拳，反有所獲。逃失：難捕，雖聞其聲，不見其人。出行：馬帶青龍，一路安逸，天氣晴明，但恐關津阻礙。行人：初傳空亡，行人當未歸，應在半途。遺失：有家奴盜去，亦未入手。出兵：多見阻滯，勞而無功，敵使所言，情事不實。委託：惟當守正，不可託人。

Divination for weather indicates light rain or light snow on that day. Divination for the household warns of unnecessary expenses and instability at the door. Divination for marriage suggests difficulty in forming a union, and even if it does occur, it will eventually end in separation. The woman in question has dark skin and behaves improperly, indicating she is the one who initiates the relationship with the man. Divination for childbirth predicts the birth of a boy, and delivery can occur on the day of Shen. Divination for official rank suggests it will be hollow and a waste of effort. Divination for seeking wealth indicates that success comes only from starting from scratch and working hard. Divination for escape or loss suggests the person is difficult to catch, heard but not seen. Divination for travel indicates the post-horse accompanied by the Azure Dragon, a smooth journey with clear weather, but beware of obstacles at passes and ferry crossings. Divination for a traveler indicates the first transmission falls under Kongwang, meaning the person has not yet left and is still on the way. Divination for lost items suggests they were stolen by a servant but have not yet been taken. Divination for military action indicates many obstacles, hard work with no results, and the words of the enemy's envoys are not true. Divination for entrusting matters suggests one should remain on the right path and not entrust others.

畢法云：避難逃生須棄舊(初傳旬空，中傳日鬼，末傳脫氣，皆無益，止宜就干上子水受之)，踏腳空亡進用宜，虎臨干鬼凶速速(申加戌，晝將乘虎可畏，而申坐戌空，虎陰上乘午火，亦能制虎)。古鑑：此課脾病，脈短病重，發用戌土乘武，四課不足，幸末傳龍能克虎制鬼，久而自安。

The "Bifa Fu" has three sentences that can be applied. "Avoiding danger and escaping requires abandoning the old" refers to a situation where the first transmission is empty, the middle transmission is the day's ghost, and the final transmission is losing the energy of the day stem. None of these three positions are beneficial, so one should abandon the old and take the water of the day stem to receive the business. "Advancing on an empty void is suitable" means that when the ground plate falls into an empty void, it is appropriate to advance and use it. "The tiger accompanying the day's ghost is ominous and swift" refers to the case where the monkey is placed on the dog, and the heavenly general of the day is accompanied by the white tiger, which is most terrifying. Fortunately, the monkey is placed on the empty void dog, and the white tiger's hidden spirit is accompanied by the fire of the horse, which can overcome metal and thus control the white tiger. The "Gujian" records an example of this lesson: the case is about a disease of the spleen, with a short and rapid pulse, indicating a serious condition. The initiating transmission is the earth of the dog, accompanied by the black tortoise, and the four lessons lack strength. Fortunately, the final transmission is the azure dragon, which belongs to fire, can overcome the white tiger and control the official ghost, and with time, it will be safe.

課體：元首，三交，三奇，高蓋，天煩。課義：生空鬼存，破敗家門，臨難閉口，貴不施恩。

This divination case has a "Lesson Pattern" of "Original Head," combined with "Three Intersections," "Three Marvels," "High Huagai," and "Heavenly Distress." "Original Head" means that among the four lessons, there is only one instance of a single element overcoming another, which is taken as the initiating transmission, indicating that the superior controls the inferior and affairs proceed smoothly. "Three Marvels" means that the three transmissions contain the extraordinary deities of the ten-day cycle, capable of transforming misfortune into good fortune. "High Huagai" signifies that Huagai is prominently positioned, symbolizing riding in a carriage and attaining high status. The "Lesson Meaning" states: the element that nourishes me has fallen into emptiness, while the official ghost that overcomes me is real, hence the family's decline; facing a closed mouth can avoid calamity; two noble elements are imprisoned, making the self unstable and unable to extend kindness.

解曰：干上亥乃空生，支上酉乃實鬼也。酉為旬尾，居於宅上，閉口可以免難。酉破子水，子又敗於酉，故主門戶破敗。兩貴入獄，自己尚不能安，何有恩惠之施於任璀。

The water of亥 on the day stem was originally beneficial to me, but since it falls in the empty period, it is a false benefit. The metal of酉 on the day branch, however, is a real official ghost.酉 is precisely the last position of this ten-day cycle, lying over the house爻. If the person consulted the divination remains silent, disaster can be avoided. The metal of酉 clashes with the water of子, and the water of子, being in the position of Bathing and dying, indicates the destruction of the household. Both the day and night noblemen have fallen into prison positions; if even the self is not secure, how can one offer benefits to others?

斷曰：元首之卦，以尊制卑，以貴制賤，占事多順。起於男子，為臣忠，為子孝。訟利先舉，為客者勝。

The hexagram of "Original Head" signifies a situation where the superior controls the inferior, and the noble controls the humble. Matters under this hexagram tend to proceed smoothly. The matter originates from a man, and the son shows filial piety, the subject shows loyalty. In litigation, it is advantageous to take the initiative first. The plaintiff or the party in the position of the guest is likely to prevail.

天時：大晴。家宅：多有生意，門戶若有酒館食店或孟會之類，必能發福。婚姻：可成，女子美好。謀望：勤苦方成。遺失：在道路中獲。出行：必見阻隔。產孕：恐是女胎，產時驚恐。行人：馬臨病氣，當為病阻。疾病：主喘咳勞傷，發於肺，及於脾，雖重無害。出兵：發用青龍有大勝之兆，冬春吉，夏秋忌。

Divination for weather indicates clear skies. Divination for the household suggests many business opportunities. If the door is open for a wine shop, restaurant, or gathering and entertaining, there will be prosperity. Divination for marriage indicates a successful union, with the woman being beautiful. Divination for endeavors suggests that diligence and hard work are necessary to achieve success. Divination for lost items indicates that they can be found on the road. Divination for travel indicates encountering obstacles. Divination for childbirth suggests a female child, with fear during labor. Divination for a traveler indicates that the post-horse is afflicted by illness, meaning the person will be delayed by sickness. Divination for illness indicates coughing and exhaustion, with the disease originating in the lungs and affecting the spleen. Although the condition is severe, it will not be fatal. Divination for military campaigns indicates that the initiating transmission is the Azure Dragon, suggesting a great victory. It is favorable in winter and spring, but unfavorable in summer and autumn.

畢法云：六月占亥加甲，亥為木之長生，父母爻空，又是死氣，主父母有災。又子將加卯，青龍發用主文職。卯木官星乘雀，主文字發科，元首主首擢。午為天馬，卯為天車，子為華蓋，為高蓋乘軒。火為威儀，主禮部，數二，主品極尚書。末傳為歸結，子與天后相乘，主壽八十一。支上見酉主招女，乘太常，主聰俊配武弁。指南：卯年十一月寅將加巳，龍神發用無氣，又上克下，當暫歸林下。明春祿馬生起龍神，又當應召出山，位列公卿。德蛇相加，有邪正同處之象。

The "Bi Fa Fu" says: When the hexagram is cast in June, and the亥 (Water Pig) is placed on the甲 (Wood Ox), although亥 is the place of growth for Wood, the parents' hexagram is empty, and June is the time of death for Wood, indicating that the parents will suffer misfortune. Then looking at the子 (Water Rat) hexagram placed on卯 (Wood Rabbit), with the Azure Dragon initiating the transmission, this indicates matters related to the civil service; the卯 Wood is the official star for the甲 day and is accompanied by the Vermilion Bird, indicating success through literary examination and rising to prominence at the top. The午 (Fire Horse) represents the Heavenly Horse, the卯 (Wood Rabbit) represents the Heavenly Cart, and the子 (Water Rat) represents the Huagai, forming the auspicious image of "High Cover and Gilded Carriage." Fire represents authority and ceremony, corresponding to the Ministry of Rites; the number two indicates an official rank as high as the Minister of State. The final transmission is the conclusion of the entire chart, with the子 Water hexagram accompanied by the Heavenly Empress, indicating a lifespan of eighty-one years. The day branch shows酉 (Metal Rooster), indicating the marriage of a woman; the酉 is accompanied by the Tai Chang, indicating that this woman is intelligent and handsome, and is suitable for a military official. The "Liu Yin Zhuan Nan" records an example: in the卯 year, in the eleventh lunar month, with the寅 (Wood Tiger) hexagram placed on the巳 (Fire Snake), the Azure Dragon initiates the transmission but lacks strength, and it is an upper hexagram overcoming the lower one, indicating that the person should temporarily resign from office and retreat to the mountains; in the next spring, when the禄神 (Lucky God) and the Post-horse are born to support the Azure Dragon, the person should be summoned back to the court and hold a high position among the ministers. The De God and the Teng Snake are combined, indicating an image of evil and righteousness coexisting in the same room.

課體：重審，斬關，炎上，狡童，泆女。課義：支干互克，各被相觸，晝畏中傳，亡財失僕。

This divination case has a "Lesson Pattern" of "Re-examination," combined with "Cutting the Gate," "Inflaming Upward," "Cunning Boy," and "Excessive Woman." "Re-examination" means taking the previous lesson's lower stem and using it as the initiating transmission, with a lower element attacking a higher one, indicating that all matters require careful reconsideration. "Inflaming Upward" means the three transmissions form a fire pattern. "Cunning Boy" and "Excessive Woman" are terms referring to improper relationships between men and women. The "Lesson Meaning" states that the heavenly stem and earthly branch mutually attack each other, causing harm to both sides; during the day, it is especially concerning that the middle transmission's午 fire is accompanied by the tiger, leading to the escape of servants and loss of wealth.

解曰：干上戌克子，支上申克甲，是各被相觸也。中傳午遁旬庚，上乘白虎，至凶至惡，縱空亡不能為解。畢法云：虎乘遁鬼殃非淺，占病甚危。初戌財僕既為旬空，又遭夾克，則僕亡財失，所不免也。

The earth dog on the day stem overpowers the water in the day branch, and the metal in the day branch overpowers the wood of the day stem. These two forces clash with each other, which is called "each being struck by the other." The middle transmission's fire is hidden in the Jiazi cycle as the heavenly stem Geng metal, which is the official ghost of the Jia wood. It is also occupied by the white tiger, reaching an extremely凶恶 situation. Even if it falls into the empty position, it cannot be resolved. The "White Tiger multiplies the hidden ghost, the calamity is not shallow" mentioned in the "Bifa Fu" refers to this kind of "hidden ghost." This is extremely dangerous for illness. The戌 earth in the first transmission is both the wealth yao of the day stem and represents servants. Now it is in the empty position and is attacked by both sides, so the loss of servants and wealth is inevitable.

斷曰：重審之卦，傳見炎上，主多虛少實之象。以墓臨生，明事反暗，求謀失意，事有難成，不可託人，亦不可投謁。解散憂疑則吉，守舊則亨。九流僧道，白手求財，無心謀干者，可望成就。蓋重審以下克上，以卑犯尊，以賤役貴。事多不順，起於女人，多是內事。陰小在下，不可遂意而行。課體雖曰蕪淫，亦不止夫婦陰私闇昧也。

This is the "Re-examination" hexagram, and the three transcriptions form a fire pattern of ascending flames, indicating a situation where there is more emptiness than substance. The storage god is placed above the growth, causing visible matters to become obscure. Efforts to achieve goals will not meet expectations, and affairs will be difficult to accomplish. It is not advisable to entrust matters to others or to visit someone directly. If this hexagram is used to resolve worries and doubts, it is favorable; if one remains content with the status quo, things will proceed smoothly. However, for those engaged in various trades, monks and Taoists, or those seeking wealth with empty hands, or those who originally had no intention of pursuing business, there may be success. Because "Re-examination" represents a situation where the lower overcomes the upper, the humble challenges the superior, and the lowly controls the noble, so affairs are mostly not smooth, and the cause lies with women, often concerning family matters. The weak and lowly party is in a lower position, and one should not act according to one's own will directly. Although this hexagram is named "Wuyin" (which implies licentiousness), it does not only pertain to private affairs between husband and wife.

天時：晴不雨。家宅：破耗致窮，常人有官事。婚姻：暗而不明；后克龍，辰剋日，主女妨夫。產孕：男胎不實，防有傷損。疾病：屬肺與大腸，久病則凶。出行：不利。行人：未至。遺失：為家人隱匿難尋。捕獲：賊在東南，音信不實，捕之無蹤。出兵：辰上剋日，夜占元武克勾，大宜謹慎。

Divination for weather shows clear skies with no rain. For the household, there will be loss of wealth leading to poverty, and common people may also get involved in legal troubles. For marriage, the relationship is ambiguous and not bright; the Heavenly Empress overcomes the Azure Dragon, and the heavenly spirit on the day branch also overcomes the day stem, indicating that the wife may harm her husband. For pregnancy, it is said to be a male fetus but not certain, and there is also a risk of injury to the fetus. For illness, the disease affects the lungs and large intestine, and prolonged illness is dangerous. Travel is unfavorable. The traveler has not arrived yet. For lost items, they are hidden by family members and difficult to find. For capturing a criminal, the thief is in the southeast direction, the information obtained is not reliable, and the pursuit will not find any trace. For military operations, the heavenly spirit on the day branch overcomes the day stem, and if divined at night, the Black Tortoise overcomes Gou Chen, which indicates extreme caution is needed.

畢法云：初遭夾克不由己，夫婦蕪淫各有私；六陽數足須公用，后合占婚豈用媒。心鏡云：干將就子憂甲克，子近甲兮魁必侵；妻懷內喜私情有，甲子相生水合金。

The "Bifa Fu" has four lines that apply to this situation. "The first transmission is caught between two forces and cannot be controlled by oneself" means that the first transmission is attacked from both sides and is being overcome, so the matter is not under one's own control. "The husband and wife are both indulging in private desires" means that both husband and wife have their own private feelings. "When six yang numbers are sufficient, it must be a public matter" means that the four lessons and three transmissions are all yang spirits, and the yang numbers are complete, so the matter should be something of the public. "When the Heavenly Empress combines with Liu He, marriage does not need a matchmaker" means that when the Heavenly Empress and Liu He meet, marriage does not require a matchmaker, and the man and woman can naturally come together. The "Liu Ren Xin Jing" says: The spirit of the day stem is close to the son, and the fear is that the wood of Jia comes to overcome it; since the son is close to the wood of Jia, the魁罡 spirit must come to invade; the wife is harboring a happy matter, which indicates there is private affection; Jia and the son are originally mutually generating, and water combines with metal, which is a sign of secret communication.

課體：知一，長幼度厄。課義：彼己遭孽，無德可說，惟忌交關，家道歇滅。

This lesson's "Lesson Pattern" is "Zhi Yi," also known as "Chang Yao Du E." "Zhi Yi" is another name for "Bi Yong," meaning that when there are many instances of贼克 (oppression and restriction), only the one that shares the same type as the Day Stem is used as the initiating transmission, hence knowing only one aspect. "Du E" means both the elder and the younger must face difficulties and pass through them. The "Lesson Meaning" states that both parties suffer harm, the Day's Virtue is attacked and restrained, and there is no good outcome; it is most unfavorable for matters involving trade or intermediation, as involvement leads to the family's decline.

解曰：酉克干，未克支。寅乃日德，既已被克，則無可說矣。若論交關，則未墓干而酉敗支，不惟家道消歇，人亦昏晦。財生干上之鬼，不利干謁，求財須防禍發。朱雀作日鬼加於干上，在朝官員宜防彈劾。若上書獻策，反受責斥。

The metal of the You branch overcomes the day stem Jia wood, and the Wei earth overcomes the day branch Zi water. The Yin branch is originally the beneficial force for Jia wood, but now it is harmed and thus there is little to say. If we consider trade and exchanges, the Wei earth is the storage place for Jia wood and lies over the day stem, while the You metal causes the day branch to be in a state of bathing and decline. This results in the family's fortune declining and the person being confused and unable to understand matters clearly. The wealth element instead goes to nourish the official ghost on top of the day stem, which is unfavorable for visiting someone or seeking wealth, and one should also be cautious of misfortunes. The Vermilion Bird, which usually governs documents and disputes, here acts as the official ghost over the day stem and rests on top of it. Officials in office should be cautious of being impeached; if they submit strategies at this time, they may instead face criticism.

斷曰：知一之課，一曰比用，主轉手託人之象。初傳見祿馬，君子占之可望動遷，但發用坐於墓上，凡事自招闇昧。且比用為同類，或有朋友讒妒之者。事主外來，利主不利客。又為閉口，凡事多不肯言，恩中生害，事有含冤。

The divination for "Zhi Yi" is also called "Bi Yong," indicating that matters require a change of hands or delegation to someone else. The first transmission meets the禄神 (Lushen, a god of official rank) and The Post-horse (Yimǎ, the post-horse), suggesting that a noble person may expect promotion or transfer. However, the initiating transmission is seated upon Storage (Mukù, storage), implying that all affairs are shrouded in darkness and confusion. Moreover, "Bi Yong" selects a deity of the same type as the day stem, possibly indicating that a friend may spread rumors or harbor jealousy. The matter originates from outside, benefiting the host rather than the guest. This divination also forms "Bikou" (closed mouth), meaning that matters are often not spoken of openly. Originally good relations may lead to misfortune, and the affairs involve injustice.

天時：夜占虎乘寅臨未，有大風，巳日可以望雨。家宅：常人有官訟是非，受貴人愚弄誑詐。疾病：傷於飲食，翻胃吐逆，或至不語，或至絕粒，尚可醫。婚姻：難以成就，亦主克害。出行：防有是非，孟動身而有阻。行人：即可到家，路上防小人偷竊。產孕：胎神臨於德祿，生女必有厚福。遺失：為粗眉大目人盜去，反要生事相害。捕盜：人在東南，難獲。出兵：主有恩命，未獲全功。

Divination for weather indicates a strong wind, and rain can be expected by the time of the Snake (巳) day. Divination for the household suggests that common people may get involved in legal disputes and be deceived by those of higher status. Divination for illness indicates injury from food, with symptoms such as vomiting, inability to speak, or loss of appetite, but it can still be treated. Divination for marriage suggests difficulties in achieving a union, and if it does happen, there will be harm or conflict. Divination for travel warns of getting involved in disputes and obstacles preventing movement. Divination for a traveler indicates that they will arrive soon, but there is a risk of theft along the way. Divination for childbirth shows that the fetal deity is in a favorable position, and if a daughter is born, she will have great fortune. Divination for lost items suggests that they were taken by someone with thick eyebrows and a large face, and questioning further may lead to trouble. Divination for capturing thieves indicates that the person is in the southeast direction and is difficult to catch. Divination for military action suggests that there will be an order of reward from above, but no complete success will be achieved.

畢法云：干支全傷防兩損，害貴訟直遭屈斷。古鑑：九月卯將加申占病，此人因往妻家有染，遂得陰症成癆。蓋今日之干加未，未為妻家，天后在上，乃妻家之婦人。酉為色，勾陳為思慮，又酉為閉口，是思慮不敢言而成病也。

The "Bifa Fu" has two lines that apply to this situation. "The day stem and day branch are both injured, leading to damage on both sides" means that both the day stem and the day branch are attacked and injured, resulting in harm to both the person and the house. "The nobleman is harmed by the six harms, and even if the case is just, it will be ruled against" means that the nobleman is injured by the six harms, and even if the case is reasonable, it will still be decided against the person. The "Gu Jian" records a case: in September, with the卯 general added to 申, the case was about illness. The person had an affair while visiting his wife's family, leading to a condition of sexual exhaustion. Originally, the day stem was placed on 未, which represents the wife's family. 未 also had the Heavenly Empress, which is the woman of the wife's family. You represents female desire, Gou Chen represents worry and entanglement, and You is also the "closed mouth" spirit, indicating that the person was mentally preoccupied but dared not speak out, leading to a buildup of illness.

課體：反吟，元胎，涉害。課義：祿絕德廢，以貴干貴，君子宜占，常人深畏。

This lesson's "Lesson Pattern" is "Reverse Chant," combined with "Original Fetus" and "Involved Harm." "Reverse Chant" occurs when the Month General and the time of divination are in conflict, and the Heaven Plate and Earth Plate are in opposition at each position, leading to many reversals in events. "Involved Harm" refers to multiple instances of being harmed, and the most severely affected lesson is used as the initiating transmission. The "Lesson Meaning" states: the luck falls in the absolute decline, the virtue god is discarded, and the two noble spirits of day and night are both present, thus indicating the noble dry branch. This pattern is suitable for gentlemen to divinate, but for common people, it is deeply alarming.

解曰：寅乃日之德祿，臨申被克，居於敗絕之地，故云祿絕德廢也。丑未晝夜貴人，彼此相加，往來反覆，有以貴干貴之象。中傳青龍官動，利於君子，在常人則不免官事纏擾，非吉占也。大概反吟諸課，事多反覆，謀望難成。

Yin is both the virtue god and the official god of Jia day, but now it is located on Shen and is overcome by metal. It is in the place where wood is in decline and destruction, so it is said 'the official is destroyed and the virtue is wasted'. Chou and Wei are respectively the daytime nobleman's residence and the nighttime nobleman's residence. Both sides are added upon each other, coming and going in reverse, which is exactly like using the nobleman to seek the nobleman. The middle transmission azure dragon moves the official star, which is beneficial to those who hold official positions; but for ordinary people, they will inevitably be troubled by legal matters, which is not a good omen. Generally speaking, any divination of 'reverse chant' indicates that things are often repeated and reversed, and matters sought after are difficult to accomplish.

斷曰：天地反吟，十二神各易其位，全無和氣，來而復往，去而復來，凡事疑滯，遠近關心。蓋德祿既廢，則動而無依，靜而無倚。禍生干外，將及其身，所宜修德以召和也。

The Heaven Plate and Earth Plate mutually clash and illuminate each other, with the twelve spirits each moving to the opposite positions. There is entirely no harmonious energy. Things come and go, returning again and again, causing all affairs to be hesitant and obstructed. Neither near nor far can be trusted. The spirits of virtue and fortune have already been discarded, so when moving there is no support, and when still there is no reliance. Misfortune arises outside, and it seems about to involve oneself. At this time, one should most urgently cultivate virtue to attract harmonious energy and resolve it.

天時：夜占有雨。家宅：子孫耗費，兼有刑剋，憂中有喜，喜中有憂。婚姻：交車合，媒人得力，或僕隸，或有印人；晝占女子甚凶躁，夜占則美。疾病：病屬火症，或心血不足，防翻覆，秋占不吉。出行：半途而返。行人：即至。官訟：有刑責。胎產：應生長男，臨期易生。出兵：防有奔敗，眾人亦恐離散。

Divination for weather indicates rain at night. Divination for the household suggests that descendants will spend money, and there will be injuries and conflicts. There will be worries mixed with joy and joy mixed with worries. Divination for marriage shows that the day stem and day branch cross and combine, the matchmaker will make efforts, and the person involved may be a servant or someone who handles documents and seals. Divination during the day indicates that the woman's temper is very fierce, but divination at night suggests that her appearance is beautiful. Divination for illness indicates a fire condition, possibly due to insufficient heart blood, and there is a risk of the illness recurring. Divination for autumn is unfavorable. Divination for travel indicates that the journey will be interrupted halfway and then return. Divination for a traveler indicates that he will arrive soon. Divination for legal disputes indicates that there will be criminal responsibility. Divination for childbirth indicates that a son will be born, and delivery will be easy. Divination for military campaigns indicates the risk of defeat and retreat, and the troops may also be likely to scatter.

畢法云：虎乘遁鬼殃非淺，干支值絕凡謀決。指南：亥將加巳。現任得夜貴，德喪祿絕，必將去位。朱雀月將加巳生日，四月有溫旨相留，二馬逢沖，秋必馳驛而去。古鑑：申年二月，亥將加巳。行年見子，子水生干申，申加於天后，初末皆見天后為雨露。申為尊長，寅為卑下，官星見兩重雨露，當父子及第。甲以午為子，宅上子水克之，午為離、為目，子當病目。

The "Bi Fa Fu" contains two lines that apply to this situation: "White Tiger rides the hidden ghost, calamity is not shallow," meaning the White Tiger, which is riding on the god, is also hidden by the heavenly stem of the ten-day cycle and is able to overcome the day stem, thus the disaster is serious; "The stem and branch are in the state of absolute decline, all plans should be decisively concluded," meaning both the day stem and day branch are in the state of absolute decline, so any planning should be decisively ended. The "Liu Ren Zhuan Nan" states: When the month general is亥 and it is added to巳, the current official should use the night noble, the virtue god is lost and the禄 god is cut off, he will certainly be dismissed from his post. However, the Vermilion Bird, which is riding on the month general, is added to巳 and is born to the day stem, in the fourth month there will be a gentle imperial decree to retain him; two post-horse are also in conflict, eventually he will leave his post by riding the post-horse in autumn. The "Gu Jian" states: In the year of Shen, in the second month, the month general is亥 added to巳, the person being divined has a row of子, the long life of子 water is in申, and申 is added on the Heavenly Empress. Both the first and last transmissions show the Heavenly Empress, who is the god of rain and dew. Shen represents the superior, and寅 represents the inferior, both the official star and the subordinate star are nourished by the rain and dew, indicating that the father and son will both pass the examination. The甲 wood takes午 fire as its offspring, the子 water on the house爻 overcomes the午 fire, and午 belongs to the trigram of Li and to the eyes in the human body, so the son will suffer from eye disease.

課體：知一，鑄印，乘軒，度厄。課義：夜貴初害，事小凶大，行人未歸，彼此駔儈。

This lesson's "Lesson Pattern" is "Zhi Yi," combined with "Zhu Yin," "Cheng Xuan," and "Du E." "Zhu Yin" refers to the image of melting metal to cast seals, indicating the attainment of official seals; "Cheng Xuan" refers to the image of riding in a carriage to gain honor. The "Lesson Meaning" states: the first transmission harms the heavenly stem, with the night noble in the upper position, indicating that although the matter is small, the misfortune is great; if divining about a traveler, he has not yet returned; the two sides are like market brokers, each with their own intentions, deceiving each other.

解曰：初傳子害干上貴人，訟雖直而遭屈，事雖小而得凶。墓神覆日，占身則昏滯，占病則沉困，占行人則未歸。干孟脫支，反被支上巳火脫去，是彼此欺誑。若市井牙儈之相與，全無實心也。

The first transmission is the water of the child, which forms the sixth harm with the day stem's earth of the hexagram. This harm affects the nobleman, so although the case has reason, there will be injustice, and although the matter is small, it will bring bad results. The storage god is covering the day stem, so when divining about oneself, there is confusion and blockage; when divining about illness, there is heavy and difficult condition; when divining about a traveler, he has not yet started returning. The day stem originally wanted to release the day branch, but instead the fire of the day branch released its own energy, which is mutual deception between both sides; it is like the brokers in the marketplace who deal with each other, with no sincerity at all.

斷曰：此見機之卦，孟用不用，孟言不言，事非一端，從中取用，進退不定，凡事有遲疑之象。發用又見六害，雖見生我助我，亦為無益。蓋陰陽猶未通，血脈猶未和也。

This is a hexagram indicating acting according to circumstances. One wants to use something but cannot, wants to speak but cannot express, and matters are not straightforward, with only one thing to be chosen from many. There is indecision in both advancing and retreating, and everything shows hesitation. The initiating transmission is accompanied by six harmful influences. Even if there is a deity coming to support and assist, it is in vain. In the end, it is due to the yin and yang energies not yet connecting, and the vital energies not yet harmonized.

天時：夜占龍神發用，至未日有雨。婚姻：夫婦受制，未必成就。疾病：齒痛嘔血或驚悸之症，治之易痊。家宅：墓神加干，主人昏暗，只能利益於人，防小口病。求財：闇昧不明之財可得。謀望：先難後易。遺失：是文書、食物之類，宅裡尋。捕獲：在南方馬市，卻難尋獲。出兵：恐有改圖。

Divining the weather, if the Azure Dragon is the initiating transmission at night, there will be rain on the day of Wei. Divining marriage, both partners are controlled by others, and the marriage may not succeed. Divining illness, it is likely toothache, coughing up blood, or palpitations, which are easy to treat and will recover quickly. Divining the household, the spirit of the tomb is added to the day stem, indicating the master is confused and unclear, benefiting others instead, and one should also beware of children falling ill. Divining wealth, one can obtain wealth from ambiguous sources. Divining endeavors, it will be difficult at first but easy later. Divining lost items, the lost things are documents or food, and they should be searched within the house. Divining capture, the person is at a southern horse market, but it is difficult to find. Divining military action, there is a fear of changing the original plan.

畢法云：害貴訟直遭屈斷，彼此猜忌害相隨。古鑑：申年二月亥將加午。未墓加甲，謂之日入墓。墓上得子，六害相穿。未為眷屬，上見天空而害於子水，父母螣蛇繞之，傳歸宅上，必因家眷人宅起訟。巳為破碎，為廚灶，乘太常是有服人分爭。巳火為子，末傳刑起未中丁火，應添小口。行年即寅，故當年興訟。日上是未，故訟起六月。

The "Bifa Fu" has two lines that apply to this situation: "Harm the nobleman, the lawsuit is straight but still ruled as wrong," meaning that the six harms injure the nobleman, and even if the case is straightforward, it is still decided in favor of the wrong party; "Both sides suspect each other, the harm follows closely," meaning that both sides are suspicious of each other, and the harmful influence continues throughout. The "Gujian" records a case: in the year of Shen, second month, with You as the general and Wu as the target. Wei is the tomb of Jia wood, and it is placed on Jia, called "the sun entering the tomb"; on top of the tomb, there is Zi water, forming the six harms. Wei represents family members, and with Tian Kong on Wei, it harms Zi water. The parents' hexagram is entangled by Teng Snake. The three transmissions finally reach the residence hexagram, indicating that the lawsuit must be about family members and the residence. Si is the broken god and also represents the kitchen and stove. Si is occupied by Tai Chang, meaning that there is a relative in mourning who disputes the property. Si fire is the son of Jia wood. The final transmission injures the hidden Ding fire in Wei, indicating that a new son will be born. The querent's age is in Yin, so litigation arises that year. The day stem is Wei, which belongs to June, so the lawsuit arises in June.

課體：元首，潤下，斬關，閉口，勵德。課義：晝虎遁鬼，傳將俱水，既歷災危，然後美己。

This divination lesson has the "Lesson Pattern" of "Original Sovereign," combined with "Moistening Down," "Cutting the Gate," "Closed Mouth," and "Encouraging Virtue." "Moistening Down" indicates that the three transmissions form a water pattern; "Closed Mouth" means the White Tiger's governing deity is placed over the initial day, causing the matter to be silent and difficult to speak of. The "Lesson Meaning" states: In daytime divination, the White Tiger's governing deity is the午 fire, which hides and becomes the day stem's official ghost. Fortunately, all the deities in the three transmissions are water, which can control the ghost and generate benefit for the self. Therefore, it first experiences disaster and danger, then eventually gains good fortune.

解曰：午虎遁庚而為干鬼，其禍甚速。幸三傳皆水，可以制鬼而生干。未免先歷災危，後臻美利也。支乘墳財，干並午虎，占病者庚午日凶。元武乘神臨於旬首，即為閉口課，不必旬尾加旬首也。更兼壬癸水將，多因私事，假借成公。

The fire of Wu is riding on the White Tiger, and also appears in the Jiazi decade where the heavenly stem Geng metal emerges, becoming the official ghost of Jia wood. Misfortune comes very quickly. Fortunately, all three transmissions belong to water, which can control the ghostly Geng metal and also nourish the day stem Jia wood. Therefore, one must first experience some disaster and danger, and then eventually reach a state of smoothness and ease. The day branch is riding on the storage god and also functions as the wealth hexagram. The day stem is also accompanied by the fire of Wu riding on the Tiger, so for someone who is ill, the day of Gengwu is dangerous. Whenever the god ridden by Yuanwu appears on the first day of the decade, it is considered a "closed mouth" divination, not necessarily requiring the addition of the first and last days of the decade. Moreover, the heavenly stems that emerge in the three transmissions are壬 and癸 water, indicating that the matter is mostly private but carried out under the name of the public authority.

斷曰：元首之課，以尊制卑，以貴役賤，事多順緒，起於男子。事非一人，或關鄉鄰，或牽親友，克應之期，未即歸結。

The divination concerns the "original leader." It represents a situation where the superior controls the inferior, and the noble subjugates the humble. The matter generally follows a clear course, with the origin lying in the man. It involves more than one person, possibly relating to neighbors or relatives and friends. As for the time when the outcome will manifest, it cannot yet be determined.

天時：連綿有雨。家宅：防有動搖，家長有力，但財不能足用。考試：不利。求財：難得，恐為小人所奪。婚姻：大不吉。疾病：虛怯之症，醫治可愈。胎產：胎不安，產不育。出行：旱路平安，水路有失。捕獲：閉口課，大宜捕盜。商賈：必然折本，在路羈程。出兵：主勝，但恐將不得力。

Divination on weather indicates continuous rain. Divination on the household suggests caution against instability and unrest; the head of the family may be capable but lacks sufficient funds for expenses. Divination on exams indicates misfortune. Divination on seeking wealth suggests difficulty in obtaining it, and there is a fear of losing it to small-minded people. Divination on marriage indicates great misfortune. Divination on illness suggests a condition of weakness and coldness, which can be cured with treatment. Divination on pregnancy indicates an unstable fetal condition, and the child may be difficult to raise. Divination on travel suggests safety on land but danger on water. Divination on capturing criminals indicates this divination is of the 'closed mouth' type, most suitable for apprehending thieves. Divination on business indicates certain loss, and also delays in travel. Divination on military campaigns suggests victory, but there is a fear that the commander may not exert enough effort.

畢法云：三傳遞生人薦舉，支墳財並旅程稽，夫婦蕪淫各有私，虎乘遁鬼殃非淺，合中犯煞蜜中砒。課經云：甲克支上辰土，支克干上午火。若男年命在支上，女年命在干上，謂之真解離卦。又斗罡繫日辰陰陽發用，為死奇。天罡、辰也，災劫惡煞，相併克賊，乘白虎更臨歲月之上，為三死課。天罡臨日，則旬內憂；臨辰上，則月內憂；臨歲，則歲內憂。

The "Bifa Fu" contains five sentences for reference. "Three transmissions mutually generate, someone recommends and promotes," meaning the three transmissions are interrelated in a cycle of generation, indicating that someone will recommend and promote. "Branches with grave and wealth together, journey is delayed," meaning the day branch's grave god and wealth divination are in the same position, and travelers or merchants will be delayed. "Spouses have private affairs," meaning the couple each has private feelings. "White tiger rides the hidden ghost, calamity is severe," meaning the white tiger is combined with the hidden ghost of the heavenly stem, causing serious misfortune. "Harmony but commits evil, like honey mixed with arsenic," meaning it seems harmonious but actually involves danger, like honey mixed with arsenic. The "Ke Jing" says: Jia wood overcomes the day branch's Chen earth, and the day branch overcomes the day stem's Wu fire. If the man's year of birth falls on the day branch and the woman's year of birth falls on the day stem, it is called "true separation hexagram," indicating the couple will be separated. Also, the Tiangang (Chen) is the hidden spirit of the day branch, and it initiates the transmission, which is called "dead odd." Tiangang is Chen, which is a disaster, evil spirit, and malevolent deity. If it is combined with other evil spirits and overcomes the day stem, it becomes "three death lessons." If Tiangang is on the day stem, there will be worries within a ten-day period; if on the day branch, within a month; if on the year stem, within a year.

課體：重審，元胎，苛察。課義：止宜散慮，兩貴皆怒，支干俱刑，家庭難住。

This lesson pattern is "Chong Shen" (Re-examination), combined with "Yuan Tai" (Original Fetus) and "Ke Cha" (Overly Scrutinizing). "Ke Cha" refers to examining matters with excessive detail and severity, which may lead to resentment and misfortune. The lesson meaning states: this pattern is only suitable for dispersing worries, and other matters will not succeed; both day and night dignitaries are trapped in prison, showing a state of anger and unwillingness to assist; the heavenly stem and earthly branch each harm one another, the household is unstable, and it is difficult to stay at home.

解曰：干支俱被上神脫去，止宜散憂釋慮而已，占事則無氣也。兩貴入獄，干謁非其所喜。干支各自相刑，子卯屬於門戶，門戶不利，所以難住。中末長生，德祿既空，獨存申金，乃日之鬼，所謂不行傳者考初時也。

The day stem and day branch have both been completely drained of their energy by their respective superior deities, so they are only suitable for resolving worries and doubts. They lack the vitality needed for predicting other matters. The two noblemen of day and night have both fallen into the prison position, and when they go to seek them out, they happen to meet them in a bad mood. The day stem and day branch also form mutual punishments. The relationship between zi and mao in human affairs relates to the family, and since the family is not favorable, the household naturally becomes unstable. Although the middle and final transmissions are in the position of growth, the virtue deity and the fortune deity are both empty, leaving only shen metal, which is exactly the official ghost of jia wood day stem. This is what the "Bi Fa Fu" says: "When the three transmissions cannot proceed, look back at the first transmission and the time of the divination."

斷曰：初傳剋制末爻，德祿又臨於空地，一切謀為有始無終，不能如意。中末皆空，但以初爻斷其事類。

The first transmission counteracts the final transmission, and the virtue god and the fortune god also fall into the kongwang position, so all plans have a beginning but no end, and cannot be fulfilled as desired. Since both the middle and final transmissions are empty, only the first transmission is used to determine the category of the matter being divined.

天時：晝占雨，夜占晴。家宅：干支俱脫，恐遭盜賊，人宅俱不平安。功名：雖有虛名，不能長久，或有官無祿。求財：無望。官訟：自相矛盾，官不肯休。胎產：女胎，順利。行人：馬空未至。出行：當從水路，陸行防病。婚姻：可成，夜占女子能飲。疾病：祿神空，恐不能食，春夏占醫人得力。出兵：雖有勝兆，必見耗財失眾。

Divination for weather: During the day, it indicates rain; at night, it suggests clear skies. Divination for the household: Both the day stem and day branch lose their strength, indicating a fear of theft and insecurity for both people and the house. Divination for official rank: Although one may gain a hollow title, it will not last long, or one may hold an official position without salary. Divination for seeking wealth: There is no hope of success. Divination for legal matters: The testimony is contradictory, and the authorities will not resolve the case. Divination for pregnancy: It is a female child, and the birth will be smooth. Divination for a traveler: The post-horse is absent, and the person has not yet arrived. Divination for travel: It is advisable to take a water route; taking a land route may lead to illness. Divination for marriage: The marriage is likely to succeed. If divined at night, the bride can drink alcohol. Divination for illness: The ruler of fortune is absent, and one may have difficulty eating; if divined in spring or summer, the doctor can provide effective treatment. Divination for military campaigns: Although there is a sign of victory, there will certainly be loss of money and casualties.

畢法云：人宅受脫俱遭盜，脫上逢脫防虛詐，不行傳者考初時。課經云：吉神受制，喜必虛聲。指南：丑年五月申將加巳。月將龍官內戰，必因執政敗事。干乘飛符，支見游魂，目今人宅必有災非。又丁動刃逢，貴履地網，必見公訟拘繫。幸勾陰生日，事可辨雪。德神祿馬，會人天門，定然位居顯要，但值旬空，難以久遠。

The "Bifa Fu" has three lines that apply to this situation: "The person and the dwelling both suffer from loss," meaning the energy of both the person and the dwelling is drained, and both ends are subject to theft; "Loss on top of loss warns of deceit," meaning loss energy is repeated, so one must beware of false words and deception; "If the three transmissions cannot proceed, refer to the first transmission and the time of divination for judgment." The "Ke Jing" says that if auspicious spirits are restrained, their joy is only a hollow sound. The "Liu Ren Zhi Nan" records a case: in the year of the Ox, fifth lunar month, with the Month General of the Monkey added to the Snake, the Month General, Azure Dragon, and official star are in conflict within, indicating that this person will certainly cause trouble due to the influence of those in power; the Day Stem is riding an Inauspicious Spirit (malevolent spirit) and the Day Branch shows a wandering soul, meaning both the person and the dwelling will face disasters and disputes at present. It also meets the movement of the Ding spirit and the meeting of Yangren, with the Nobleman standing on the earth net, inevitably leading to legal troubles and arrest; fortunately, Gou Chen and Tai Yin support the Day Stem, allowing the matter to be cleared. The virtue spirit and the禄马 (favorable horse) gather at the亥 position, the heavenly gate, which originally indicates a prominent position, but unfortunately it is in the旬空 (decade void), making it difficult to last long.

課體：重審，不備，斬關，登三天，狡童。課義：初財夾克，中午脫氣，末乃虎鬼，驚危至矣。

This divination has a "Lesson Pattern" of "Re-examination," combined with "Incompleteness," "Cutting the Gate," "Ascending to the Third Heaven," and "Cunning Boy." "Incompleteness" means that among the four lessons only three are present, indicating a lack of completeness in the qi and numbers; "Ascending to the Third Heaven" refers to the movement from Chen, Wu, and Shen, ascending step by step but failing to reach a high position. The "Lesson Meaning" states: the first transmission is Chen, representing wealth, which is surrounded and restrained by both before and after, thus being overcome; the middle transmission is Wu fire, which escapes the dryness of the heavenly stem; the final transmission is Shen metal, riding on the tiger and becoming a ghost, leading to a series of dangers as the process unfolds.

解曰：初傳辰為日財，即被甲克，又被六合卯克，即畢法所謂初遭夾克不由己也。中傳午為子孫，而申加於午，是子孫與鬼為朋，不可恃以為救。惟幸甲干投干支上之子而就生，亦可以避難逃生耳。辰乃日財，即支之墓，所課支墳財並旅程稽。行商者占此，必致折本，阻於道。

The first transmission is the earth of Chen, which is the wealth爻 for the Jia wood day stem. It is simultaneously being overcome by the Jia wood itself and by the卯 wood, which is the Liu He, coming to overcome it. This is exactly what the "Bi Fa Fu" says: "The first transmission is attacked from both sides, and one cannot act freely." The middle transmission is the fire of Wu, which is the son of the Jia wood. It is capable of controlling the official ghost, but the metal of Shen is pressing upon the fire of Wu, making the son and the official ghost join forces, so it cannot be relied upon for help. Fortunately, the Jia wood day stem can turn to the Zi water in the day branch for support and thus survive. Since Chen is both the wealth爻 of the Jia wood day stem and the Storage of the Zi water in the day branch, the "Bi Fa Fu" says, "The branch's grave and wealth are both involved in the journey." A business person who divines this situation will certainly suffer losses and be blocked halfway.

斷曰：此卦求官，愈尊愈吉，利於干謁天庭之事。小人得此，反為不利。蓋知一之課，必知其一而後可用也。

This hexagram is used for seeking official positions; the more prestigious the position sought, the more auspicious it is, especially for matters concerning advancement to higher levels of the court. However, if a petty person obtains this hexagram, it may be inauspicious. This is because the "Zhi Yi" divination requires first determining the main focus, and then using it accordingly.

天時：雲濃有雨。家宅：家中動作皆宜，宅母主事，有贅婿在家。仕宦：有不次之擢。求財：可望。婚姻：急宜成就，後有好子。疾病：怒氣傷肝，醫人有力，在東南方住。出行：陸行有阻，水路大吉。行人：失利未歸。出兵：得全勝，且獲金寶玉帛。胎產：定是男喜，母子俱安，產期甚速。

Divination on weather indicates thick clouds and rain. Divination on the household suggests that breaking ground and starting construction are all appropriate. The female head of the household is in charge, and there is a son-in-law who has married into the family. Divination on career prospects indicates promotion beyond normal ranks and standards. Divination on seeking wealth shows hope. Divination on marriage suggests that it should be settled as soon as possible, as it will lead to a good son in the future. Divination on illness indicates that anger has harmed the liver, and the doctor can help. The patient should live in the southeast direction. Divination on travel suggests that traveling by land will have obstacles, but traveling by water is very auspicious. Divination on a missing person indicates that they have lost money and have not returned yet. Divination on military action suggests a complete victory and the capture of gold, silver, jewels, silk, and brocade. Divination on pregnancy indicates a boy's birth, with both mother and child safe, and the delivery is imminent.

畢法云：權攝不正祿臨支，虎臨干鬼凶速速；初遭夾克不由己，后合占婚豈用媒；避難逃生須棄舊，罡塞鬼戶任謀為。中黃經云：辰午申為課，三天不可登；病死遭刑殛，訟須省部陳。括囊賦：日臨辰位，招兩姓以同居。

The "Bifa Fu" has six lines that apply to this situation: "The authority is not properly held, the official's fortune is on the day branch." The official's fortune is on the day branch rather than the day stem, indicating a temporary and provisional position, with an improper status. "The white tiger with the official ghost is a swift calamity." The white tiger accompanies the official ghost and presses upon the day stem, leading to a rapid misfortune. "The first transmission is surrounded and restrained, and one cannot act freely." The first transmission is attacked from both sides and restrained, so one cannot take the initiative. "When the heavenly empress and the six harmonies meet, marriage does not require a matchmaker." When the heavenly empress and the six harmonies are united, marriage does not need a matchmaker. "To escape danger and flee, one must abandon the old path." To escape from danger, one must abandon the old path. "The tiangang blocks the ghost gate, allowing for bold planning." The tiangang (Chen) blocks the ghost gate, allowing for bold planning. The "Zhonghuang Jing" says: when the characters for Chen, Wu, and Shen form the lesson, this is like a three-level ladder that cannot be climbed. When predicting illness, it indicates death; when predicting legal matters, it indicates being punished. Legal cases must be taken all the way to the provincial and ministerial level to get a resolution. The "Kuanang Fu" says: when the day stem is on the position of Chen, it indicates that two families will live together in one house.

課體：重審，進茹。課義：解釋憂疑，值此偏宜，求謀進取，寸步難移。

This lesson pattern is "Chong Shen" combined with "Jin Ru." "Jin Ru" refers to the three transmissions whose earthly branches progress sequentially forward, like pulling up grass by the roots. The four lines of "Ke Yi" state: Only resolving worries and doubts is most suitable for this pattern; if one seeks advancement, they cannot even take a single step forward.

解曰：初傳乃夾克之財，臨於六害，中末傳皆脫干氣。占者值此，止宜解釋憂疑而已。干支皆乘旺氣，一動即變為羅網，必觸禍機，所以寸步難行也。日陽克辰之陽，辰陰剋日之陰，名雜亂課。在內在外，皆有不足之心。末助初傳，先難後易。卯乘朱雀臨寅，主有口舌、文書之事，進凶退吉。卯乃丁神，十一月占，寅為天馬，丁臨天馬，主有非常之動。若丑為本命，名日本命戀宅，乃無動意，此法極驗。蓋丑加於子，為戀宅也。

The first transmission is a wealth hexagram that is sandwiched between two others and is being overcome, and it is also located on the sixth harmful position. The middle and final transmissions are both draining the vital energy of the day stem. When a diviner encounters such a situation, it is only suitable for resolving doubts and anxieties. Although the day stem and day branch are both riding on the current strong energy, they appear strong but once they move, they become a trap, inevitably triggering misfortune, so the situation is difficult to move forward. The yang spirit of the day stem overcomes the yang spirit of the day branch, while the yin spirit of the day branch overcomes the yin spirit of the day stem, which is called "chaolan class." Regardless of internal or external matters, there is a sense of dissatisfaction in the mind. The final transmission supports the first transmission, indicating initial difficulty followed by ease. The卯 wood hexagram is riding on the Vermilion Bird and is located on the寅, indicating disputes and official documents. Advancing leads to misfortune, retreating leads to good fortune. The卯 is hidden as丁 in the Jiazi cycle, which is the "Ding spirit." If the divination is made in the eleventh month, the寅 is the Heavenly Horse, and the Ding spirit is located on the Heavenly Horse, indicating unusual changes. If the diviner's birth hexagram is in the丑, it is called "the birth hexagram loving the dwelling," which indicates a lack of movement, and this method is extremely accurate; because the丑 is placed on the子, it represents the act of staying and guarding the dwelling.

斷曰：連茹而進，洩氣太甚。若春夏晝占，亦有子孫發貴之象。占此者，不有文書臨門，必有口舌生事，亦當謹慎火燭。

The Three Transmissions are like a cluster of reeds growing continuously forward, with the Day Stem's vital energy being excessively drained. If this divination is done in spring or summer during the day, there may be an appearance of descendants achieving prominence. However, those who receive this reading should be cautious of official documents arriving or disputes arising from words, and they should also be careful of fire and candles.

天時：久晴無雨。家宅：宅有貴氣，或貴官長者舊房，或有子在朋友上用情，以致耗費。功名：剝官煞旺，不利仕途。求財：三傳皆子孫，不求財而財自至。疾病：不思飲食，醫有速效。胎產：女孕，平安。行人：必因天時所阻，或阻於交易和合之事。出行：防有口舌牽連。婚姻：繫貴家女，媒妁亦得力，他日必能持家生好子。官訟：得脫囚繫。捕獲：盜在正西方，繫奴僕軍役。出兵：防劫營。

Divination about the weather shows prolonged clear skies without rain. Divination about the family residence indicates that the house carries noble energy, or that it was previously inhabited by a former official or elder; it also suggests that a son has overly invested in a friend, leading to financial loss. Divination about official rank shows an Inauspicious Sha (malevolent star) that is strong and stripping away the official star, which is unfavorable for pursuing official positions. Divination about seeking wealth shows that all three transmissions are related to the grandson's爻 (line), with the grandson generating wealth; thus, one does not need to actively seek wealth, as it will come naturally. Divination about illness shows that the person cannot eat, but medication will quickly take effect. Divination about pregnancy shows that the child is a girl and the pregnancy is safe. Divination about a traveler shows that the person is blocked by weather conditions or by matters related to business negotiations. Divination about travel warns of troubles involving verbal disputes. Divination about marriage shows that the woman comes from a wealthy family, and the matchmaker is willing to exert effort; in the future, the couple will be able to manage the household and have a good son. Divination about legal disputes shows that the person will be able to avoid imprisonment. Divination about capturing thieves shows that the thieves are located in the direction of due west, and they are servants or soldiers. Divination about military campaigns warns of the risk of enemy raiding the camp.

畢法云：所謀多拙遭羅網，初遭夾克不由己。課經云：陰陽拱夾，奇偶有主；凶則重重，吉當累累；時旱多晴，天陰久雨。

The "Bifa Fu" has two lines that apply to this situation: "What is planned is mostly clumsy and falls into a trap," meaning that one's plans are mostly awkward and fall into difficulties; "At the beginning, it is squeezed and restrained, and one cannot act freely," meaning that the first transmission is constrained by both before and after, and one cannot take control. The "Ke Jing" says: when the yin and yang spirits are in front and behind and support each other, single and even numbers each have their own master; when it is凶, it is one layer after another; when it is吉, it is one layer upon another; when it is dry, there is more clear weather; when it is rainy, there is prolonged rain—both good and bad fortune are intensified according to the original trend.

課體：伏吟，稼穡，斬關。課義：木克九土，生陰生虎，傷食病胃，貪財禍阻。

This lesson's "Lesson Pattern" is "Hidden Chant," combined with "Jia Se" and "Zhan Guan." "Jia Se" refers to the four lessons and three transmissions being entirely composed of the earth elements Chen, Xu, Chou, and Wei. The "Lesson Meaning" states that the single Yi wood dry branch needs to overcome nine layers of earth, but excessive wealth can actually oppress the person. The earth also generates Tai Yin and White Tiger metal, which turns around to overcome me. Therefore, this indicates harm to the digestive system and spleen and stomach, and pursuing wealth brings misfortune and obstacles.

解曰：日干一木而課傳九土，身極弱而財極重，貪財有禍，此之謂矣。貪多則傷，且生太陰白虎之金，轉而克我，病訟之禍，豈能免乎。伏吟諸神各歸本家，天地如一，伏而未發之象，稼穡有艱難之意。占得此者，名為鯨鯢歸澗，凡事逼迫不由己出。若遇雷神，方能變化。斬關之課，不能安居。惟利隱身避難，暗中不順，多見更改，或有中止。

The day stem is only Yi Wood, but the course and transmission show nine layers of earth. The self is extremely weak while wealth is extremely strong. Greed for wealth will surely bring misfortune. This is exactly such a situation. Greed leads to harm, and since these earths generate Tai Yin and White Tiger, which rule metal, the metal comes back to harm Yi Wood. How can misfortune such as illness and lawsuits be avoided? "Fuyin" refers to the twelve spirits returning to their original places, with the Heaven Plate and Earth Plate merging into one, hiding potential that is not yet expressed. "Jiase" means farming and harvesting, which inherently contains hardship. When this situation is divined, it is like a big fish trapped in a mountain stream, with everything being forced and unable to take control. Change can only occur when the Thunder God, representing movement, appears. "Zhanguan" lessons do not allow for stability, only favoring concealment and avoiding danger. Matters in secret are not smooth, often requiring changes, even leading to halting midway.

斷曰：此卦財多身弱，力不堪財，亦恐因財起禍。若得本命行年有生助之神，或冬春木旺，乃可無虞。諸事皆急於前而緩於後，勞而無功，成而不久。惟憂疑患難，卻能解散也。

This hexagram indicates that there is an excess of wealth but the self is weak, unable to bear such wealth, and there is a risk of trouble caused by wealth. If there are beneficial or supportive heavenly stems in the native's chart or in the current year, or if it is during the spring or early summer when wood energy is strong, then there will be no worries. All matters are urgent at the beginning but slow in the end, leading to hard work with little result. Even if something is accomplished, it will not last long. Only matters involving worry, doubt, or hardship can be resolved.

天時：亢旱無雨。家宅：有強梁之妻，把持門戶，招事生非。求財：財多反財虧。婚姻：不吉，女亦凶惡。疾病：胃滿腹脹，身體黃腫，醫藥不效。胎產：女胎難養。出行：不能安居，卻有阻滯。行人：羊刃臨身，恐有刑傷，且恐勾留。出兵：晝將吉，夜將不利。墳墓：防有破壞。

Divination on weather indicates a severe drought with no rain. Divination on the household shows that there is a domineering wife in the family who controls the household and causes disputes. Divination on seeking wealth indicates that there are too many wealth signs, leading to loss. Divination on marriage is unfavorable, as the woman's character is also fierce and harsh. Divination on illness shows fullness in the stomach and abdomen, swelling of the body, and yellowing and swelling of the skin, with no improvement from medication. Divination on pregnancy indicates a female fetus that is difficult to raise. Divination on travel shows that although one cannot rest at home, there are obstacles when moving. Divination on a missing person shows that the person is afflicted by Yangren, fearing injury and being detained by others. Divination on military action indicates that using a daytime general is favorable, while using a nighttime general is unfavorable. Divination on a grave warns of possible damage.

畢法云：首尾相見始終宜，全財病體難擔荷，用破身心無所歸。課經云：乙日用起見天罡，地上辰昏同此方，像裡爭端須預備，或於失脫見乖張。

The Three Verses from the "Bi Fa Fu" apply to this situation: "The beginning and end meet, which is favorable throughout." Both the start and the end of the ten-day cycle appear in the transmission of the lesson, indicating that matters have a clear beginning and end. "Full wealth and a weak body cannot bear the burden," meaning that although there is an abundance of wealth, the day stem is weak and unable to shoulder the responsibility. "The initiating transmission breaks the body and mind, leaving nowhere to return," meaning that the initiating god clashes with the position of the day stem, causing the body and mind to have no place to rest. The "Ke Jing" states: On a Yi day, if the initiating transmission meets the Tiangang (Chen) earth, the position where Chen is located on the earth plate is the same. In such a lesson pattern, there must be disputes, and one should be prepared in advance, or there may be embarrassment in matters of loss or disappearance.

課體：重審，退茹，龍德，勵德。課義：彼此無禮，丁祿難倚，凡占凶甚，婚姻為美。

This lesson's "Lesson Pattern" is "Re-examination," combined with "Retreating Vegetables," "Dragon Virtue," and "Encouraging Virtue." "Retreating Vegetables" refers to the three transmissions' branches retreating step by step. The "Lesson Meaning" states that the rat and the rabbit are in mutual punishment, which is the "Punishment of Impropriety," indicating both sides lose propriety. The ethereal yang (Yi) has its fortune in the rabbit, but it is hidden by the ethereal yin (Ding), which is then punished by the rat, making it unreliable. Therefore, all divinations are ominous, except for marriage, which is favorable due to the compatibility between the rat and the ox.

解曰：子卯相刑，謂之無禮。今卯祿乘丁，而被刑于子，烏足恃也。中末空亡，惟解憂釋患則可，豈有利於常占乎。子乘太常而合於丑，謂之牛女相會，故占婚姻則吉也。夜占則簾幕臨干支上，凡占簾幕官者，不喜空，不喜墓，不喜克，而空亡尤甚，使試官略不視其文卷。又朱雀所乘之神若克簾幕，其文必不能貼合主司之意。干上卯辰相害，支上子丑相合，有自己煎熬，他人逸樂之象。

The trigram Zi (rat) and Mao (rabbit) mutually harm each other, an ancient term for "Punishment of Impropriety." Now, Mao is the禄神 (favorable deity) for the day stem Yi and has also hidden the heavenly stem Ding, yet it is harmed by the water of Zi. How can it be reliable? Both the Middle Transmission and Final Transmission fall into Kongwang, which can only be used to relieve worries and difficulties. For ordinary divination, how can it be beneficial? The water of Zi, riding on Tai Chang, combines with the earth of Chou, an ancient method called "Cow and Vega Meet," so divination for marriage is favorable. Divining at night, the curtain official nobleman is present over the day stem and day branch. For divination regarding examinations, the curtain official is most disliked when it falls into Kongwang, enters the tomb, or is harmed. Among these, falling into Kongwang is the worst, meaning the chief examiner does not even look at the candidate's paper. Moreover, if the Vermilion Bird's riding deity harms the curtain official nobleman, the composition will not meet the chief examiner's expectations. The卯 (rabbit) harms the day stem and the子 (rat) combines with the day branch, indicating the person is suffering while others enjoy ease.

斷曰：此卦旺祿臨身，止宜守舊。自有財祿，妄動則變為羅網，禍且不測。當靜以鎮之，正以持之，不出戶庭，乃為良善。

The fortunate god of the hexagram is present at the self, so it is only suitable to maintain the existing situation. Originally, there is already a share of wealth and fortune, but once it is recklessly stirred up, it will turn into a snare, leading to unpredictable misfortunes. One should use calmness to subdue it and integrity to guard it, remaining within one's own home, which is the best course of action.

天時：有雨不大。家宅：防盜賊，屋少人多，奴僕不得力。胎產：女胎，見紅不妨。疾病：手足拘攣，久病有礙。遺失：在宅內北方可獲。出行：旱路平安，水路恐防有盜。行人：思歸未至。求財：止得本分之財，求之宜早。功名：未遇。見貴：在家可謁。出兵：彼此相持，彼兵自亂，但恐有劫營暗通者，謹防之。

Divination on weather indicates rain but not heavy. Divination on the household suggests caution against thieves, as there are few houses but many people, and servants are not reliable. Divination on pregnancy shows a female fetus, and spotting is not a problem. Divination on illness indicates cramping and stiffness in hands and feet, and a long illness will cause trouble. Divination on lost items suggests they can be found in the northern part of the house. Divination on travel indicates safety on land but caution against thieves on water. Divination on a traveler shows that they intend to return but have not yet started. Divination on seeking wealth indicates only receiving what is due, and it should be pursued early. Divination on official rank shows that the right time has not yet arrived. Divination on meeting a nobleman suggests that one can meet them at home. Divination on military action indicates that both armies are facing each other, and the enemy soldiers will become disordered, but there is fear of someone raiding the camp or someone secretly communicating with the enemy, so caution is needed.

畢法云：旺祿臨身徒妄作。指南：戌將加亥，占鴉鳴。游都賊符臨干支，右見驛馬、元武，左見劫煞賊符。主有賊八九人，自東北來劫鄰人衣物，渡河而去。子發用，故來自東北。子加丑，為八九之數，勾陳遙克元武，五日後必獲。

The "Bifa Fu" says, "When the禄神 is strong but falls on the person, it is in vain." Even though the禄神 is strong, reckless action is just a waste of effort. The "Liu Ren Zhi Nan" records a case where the general was set with the戌 general added to the亥. The lesson was started because of the sound of crows. The two thieves' spirits, You Du and Ze Fu, were on the day stem and day branch. On the right side, the post-horse and the Black Tortoise were present, while on the left side, the Jiesha and Ze Fu were seen. It was predicted that there would be eight or nine thieves coming from the northeast to rob the neighbor's clothes and then cross the river to escape. Because the子 water was the initiating transmission, the子 is in the north and close to the northeast, so the source was from the northeast. The子 was placed on the丑, and the丑 and子 together formed the number eight and nine, so it was concluded that there were eight or nine people. The Gou Chen was opposite and remotely attacked the Black Tortoise, so the thieves would definitely be captured in five days.

課體：重審，間傳，時遁。課義：虎墓辛隨，行人病歸，名還魂格，迤邐生之。

This divination lesson has a "Lesson Pattern" of "Re-examination," combined with "Intermediary Transmission" and "Hourly Concealment." "Intermediary Transmission" refers to the three transmissions proceeding by skipping one position. The four lines of "Lesson Meaning" explain that the final transmission's buried god is riding on the White Tiger, and it has concealed the metal of Xin, becoming a ghost, so a person returning from outside comes back with illness. The three transmissions proceed from the final to the middle to the initial, successively generating each other, with the energy flowing back layer by layer to the self, hence called the "Return of the Soul Pattern."

解曰：凡三傳入墓，行人必至。今墓上乘虎，所以病歸也。亥乃空亡作用，得末傳未土生酉，中傳酉金生亥，迤邐相生，故曰還魂。然亥屬空亡，終究無力，雖生猶不生也。末傳財爻，遁為辛鬼，而乘白虎，求財者豈能免於禍乎，謀事有始無終，見美不美。夜占有失脫。末傳未加酉上乘虎，占物主茶葉。此課乃三旬空亡。

Whenever the three transmissions fall into the storage, those who go out will surely return. Now the spirit of the tomb is occupied by the White Tiger, so they return in a sickly condition. The initiating transmission's亥 water falls into the void, relying on the final transmission's未 earth to generate酉 metal, and the middle transmission's酉 metal to generate亥 water, with each generation supporting the next, hence called 'returning soul'. However, since亥 has fallen into the void, it lacks strength, even though there is a generation, it is as if there is none. The final transmission is the wealth hexagram, but it hides out as辛 metal and becomes the official ghost, again occupied by the White Tiger, how can those seeking wealth avoid misfortune? When planning matters, there is a beginning but no end, looking like a good thing but not becoming one. When divining at night, there is also the possibility of loss or escape. The final transmission's未 is placed on酉 and occupied by the White Tiger, indicating the lost item is tea. This divination spans three weeks of the void.

斷曰：此卦五行潛於湮沒之地，四時入於衰敗之鄉，閉塞不通，闇昧不明。占者身見孤獨，別離鄉井，虛耗財物，有自立門戶之象。惟僧道相宜，餘人則否。

The hexagram indicates that the Five Phases are all hidden in obscure places, and the energies of the four seasons have fallen into declining areas. Everywhere is blocked and obstructed, and everywhere is dark and unclear. The person divining is lonely and without support, will leave his homeland, and will waste resources without benefit. There is an appearance of establishing a new household. This situation is suitable only for monks and Taoist priests, and unsuitable for others.

天時：密雲不雨，陰晴未判。家宅：人旺宅衰，尊長有礙。疾病：腎家虛損，新病解禳，久病則危。考試：文字蒙晦。求財：急於取利，須防禍患。仕宦：馬空祿絕，不利差遣。胎產：懷妊有病，婢妾之孕。出行：旱路平安，水路防盜。行人：驛馬空，行人未至。出兵：宜止而不行，勿為所詐。

Divination on weather: clouds are thick but no rain falls, and whether it will be cloudy or clear is still uncertain. Divination on the household: the population is flourishing but the household's energy is declining, and the elders in the family may face obstacles. Divination on illness: it is a deficiency of kidney energy, new illness can be resolved by rituals and remedies, but chronic illness is dangerous. Divination on exams: the writings are unclear and confused. Divination on seeking wealth: rushing to gain profit may lead to misfortune. Divination on official career: the post-horse is absent and the official's fortune is in a dead end, which is unfavorable for being sent on an official mission. Divination on pregnancy: there is illness during pregnancy, and it is a servant woman who is pregnant. Divination on travel: traveling by land is safe, but traveling by water requires caution against theft. Divination on a traveler: the post-horse is absent, and the person has not yet arrived. Divination on military action: it is advisable to stay still and not move, to avoid falling into the enemy's deception.

畢法云：三傳遞生人薦舉，有始無終生值墓；干乘墓虎有伏尸，貴人坐獄難干貴。時遁詩云：時不利兮遁悶之，亥酉未兮報君知；君子待時方可吉，小人病患且防危。

The Four Sentences from the "Bi Fa Fu" apply to this situation: "Three Transmissions Successively Generate, Someone Recommends and Supports," meaning the three transmissions are interrelated in a cycle of mutual generation, indicating that someone will recommend and support; "There is a Beginning but No End, the Life Qi Falls on the Storage," meaning the life qi is located on the storage position, suggesting that the matter has a beginning but no conclusion; "The Day Stem Occupies the Storage and the White Tiger, There is a Hidden Corpse," meaning the day stem is connected to the storage and the white tiger, indicating that there is an unburied corpse in the house; "The Nobleman Sits in Prison, It is Difficult to Achieve Status," meaning the nobleman is in a prison-like position, suggesting that seeking help from the nobleman will not be successful. The attached "Shi Dun Shi" says: the time is unfavorable, one can only endure and suppress; the three transmissions are亥, 酉, 未, especially informing you; the gentleman waits for the right opportunity to achieve good fortune, while the petty person should beware of illness and danger.

課體：稼穡，贅婿，勵德，遊子，三丘，五墓。課義：循環周布，晝夜辛墓，處此危疑，自來相顧。

This lesson's "Lesson Pattern" is "Jia Se" (Harvesting and Cultivation), combined with "Zhu Xi" (Attached Son-in-law), "Li De" (Cultivating Virtue), "You Zi" (Wandering Child), "San Qiu" (Three Hills), and "Wu Mu" (Five Tombs); "San Qiu" and "Wu Mu" both indicate the spirits of graves gathering within the lesson. The "Lesson Meaning" states: the three transmissions do not go beyond the four lessons, and they cycle repeatedly; the final transmission has the spirit of the grave hiding day and night, with辛 (Xin) acting as a ghost, creating a situation of danger and uncertainty; fortunately, the day stem is directly above the grave, indicating mutual concern, and thus can still protect itself.

解曰：三傳不出四課，為循環格。凡事縈紆，不能直遂。課傳純財，嫌財太盛。畢法所云：傳財太旺反財虧也。末傳墓神乘虎，又遁辛鬼，可課危疑至矣。未為日干之墓，而日干自去臨於未，受未之墓，日干又能克未，所謂自來相顧也。支為干之財，上門而利於干，故占者最宜坐守此利。若貪而多取，必有禍矣。所當安於義命，乃為元吉。

The three transmissions do not exceed the four lessons, which is called "circular pattern." This indicates that matters are entangled and complicated, and cannot be resolved smoothly. The lessons and transmissions are purely about wealth lines, and the excessive strength of wealth is unfavorable, which is exactly what the "Bi Fa Fu" says: when the transmission of wealth is too strong, it leads to loss of wealth. The final transmission's buried god is乘 by the White Tiger, and it also reveals the metal Yin as a ghost, reaching the extreme of uncertainty and danger. The earthy branch "Wei" is the burial place of the wood Yin, but the day stem goes willingly to the position of "Wei," willingly being buried. Fortunately, the wood Yin can overcome the earth "Wei," which is called self-protection. The day branch is the wealth of the day stem, actively approaching and benefiting the day stem, so the person asking the question should be most suitable to remain calm and enjoy the existing benefits. If greedy and take more, it will certainly bring disaster; one should be content with one's own position and destiny, which is the great good fortune.

斷曰：鬼墓加干。墓者，五行潛伏湮沒之地，四時虛絕衰敗之鄉，閉塞不通，闇昧不明。凡占者若有鬼墓加臨，必有潛謀暗算，背地侵擾之者。占在病訟，尤為大忌。必三傳年命，幸遇沖散，方可免難。

In this case, the official ghost and the storage are both pressing upon the day stem. The term "mù" refers to the place where the five phases are hidden and buried, a location of decline and weakness in the four seasons, blocked and dark. Whenever a diviner encounters the ghost and the storage together, it indicates that someone is secretly plotting and disturbing behind the scenes. If the divination concerns illness or legal matters, it is especially dangerous. It is necessary for the three transmissions or the person's own year to have a conflicting god that can dispel this, in order to avoid disaster.

天時：久晴難雨。家宅：雖有田園，反為所累，尊長有悔。功名：財旺生官，恐有丁艱。疾病：大約脾腎之病，惟宜減食節孟，靜以養之。胎產：是男喜，防有病。求財：虛而不實。出行：鬼墓臨身，出門不吉。遺失：當在土中。捕獲：夜占賊在西北方姑賢家。出兵：暗中有損，諜報軍情，不可輕信。

Divination on weather indicates prolonged clear skies and difficulty in getting rain. Divination on the household suggests that although there are fields and gardens, they may bring trouble instead, and the family elders may have regrets. Divination on official rank shows that wealth can generate official stars, which is a good thing, but there is a fear of encountering the death of parents and thus having to resign from office due to mourning. Divination on illness suggests problems with the spleen and kidney, and it is best to reduce food intake, control desires, and rest quietly. Divination on childbirth indicates the birth of a son, but there is a need to be cautious of illness. Divination on seeking wealth shows something empty and not substantial. Divination on travel indicates that ghosts and graves are near, making going out unpropitious. Divination on losing something suggests that the lost item is in the earth. Divination on capturing a thief indicates that the thief is hiding in the northwest house of Gu Xian at night. Divination on military action suggests suffering losses secretly, and the intelligence gathered should not be trusted lightly.

畢法云：人宅坐墓甘招晦，全財病體難擔荷，賓主不投刑在上。照膽秘訣云：辰陰刑辰罡處孟，定招卑幼驚惶橫。夜占戌作朱雀加支，宅中斗斛最多。

The Three Laws of the Book of Final Judgment apply here: "The person and the dwelling are both in the墓 position, thus inviting darkness and obscurity," meaning both the person and the dwelling are in a weak position, leading to a gloomy situation; "Full wealth but a weak body cannot bear the burden," indicating that although there is much wealth, the day stem is weak and cannot support it; "The host and guest do not harmonize, and there is conflict above," meaning there is conflict between the day stem and day branch, making it difficult for the host and guest to get along. The Secret Manual of Illumination says that the hidden god of the day branch is in conflict with the day branch, and since the Tiangang is in the beginning position, it will certainly bring sudden calamities from younger family members. In a night divination, the earth dog (戌) is occupied by the Vermilion Bird and placed on the day branch, indicating that there are many measuring vessels for rice in the household.

課體：從革，乙奇。課義：外勾裡連，雖被熬煎，眾金生水，晝貴同全。

This divination lesson has a "Lesson Pattern" of "From Reform" combined with "Yi Qi"; "From Reform" indicates that the three transmissions form a metal pattern, symbolizing the removal of the old and the introduction of the new. The "Lesson Meaning" states that the metal pattern harms the day stem, like a family member colluding with an outsider, leading to internal betrayal and disaster. The day stem suffers greatly. Fortunately, the collective metals transform to generate water, and for a daytime divination, there is a nobleman and the three transmissions' heavenly generals coming together to support the body, ultimately ensuring preservation.

解曰：丑往加於巳，遂成金局傷干，是家中之人外勾裡連以釀禍也。幸全金生起子水，而晝貴三傳天將，俱來育身，是始雖煎熬，尚賴晝貴人之力，竊其金氣，用以解禍。三傳遞生，以生干上之神而生干。則子之一字，乃全體化煞生身之神，所謂引鬼為生者也。乙干克丑支為財，而支上乘鬼，求財者不免自驚危中取之。干上子，支上酉，謂之首尾相見。

The earthy branch Chou (丑) is placed upon Si (巳), and Si-You-Chou forms a metal triad, which then harms the day stem Yi (乙) wood. This is like family members colluding with outsiders, working together from within and without to bring about misfortune. Fortunately, this entire metal force is transformed to generate Zi (子) water. If the divination is done in the daytime, the nobleman and the three transmissions' heavenly generals all come to nourish the day stem. Thus, although the day stem initially suffers, it ultimately relies on the nobleman's strength to secretly divert the metal energy, thereby resolving the disaster. The three transmissions generate one after another, eventually reaching the heavenly god that nourishes the day stem. Therefore, the character Zi (子) is the key that transforms all the harmful forces into nourishing energy, which is called "leading a ghost to bring life." The wood Yi (乙) overcoming Chou (丑) earth represents wealth, and the day branch is occupied by the official ghost, so those seeking wealth must obtain it through perilous means. The day stem is Zi (子), and the day branch is You (酉), one being the beginning of a ten-day cycle and the other the end, which is called "beginning and end meeting."

斷曰：課名從革，先天後革。凡事多有阻滯，有氣則革而增進，無氣則革而退失。四課發傳，又名驀越，有意外之憂喜。

This lesson is called "From Reform." First, there must be submission, then reform can take place. Matters often encounter obstacles; if the day stem is strong, reform brings progress; if the day stem is weak, reform leads to loss. All three transmissions come from the four lessons, and this is also called "sudden leap," indicating unexpected sorrow or joy.

天時：有雨恐連綿。家宅：宅主健旺，宅母有病；四月占，尤有刑剋。功名：官文兩旺，前程萬里。求謀：革故從新，漸人佳境。婚姻：女貪男家，能主家政。胎產：胎安難產。疾病：咳嗽勞傷之症，十月占之大凶。官訟：始怨終德，終成和好。遺失：是婢女竊去。捕獲：賊黨甚多，急難捕捉。出兵：大獲全勝，彼必自來投誠。

Divination for weather indicates rain, and it is feared that it will be continuous. Divination for the household shows that the male head is strong and vigorous, while the female head is ill. Divination for the month of April indicates that there will be especially severe conflicts and punishments. Divination for official rank shows that the official star and the documents are both strong, indicating a promising future. Divination for planning affairs shows that removing old evils and adopting new methods will gradually lead to improvement. Divination for marriage shows that the female side has chosen the male family, and after the bride moves in, she will be able to manage household affairs. Divination for pregnancy shows that the fetal condition is stable but there will be difficulty in giving birth. Divination for illness shows that it is cough and weakness caused by damage, and if divined in the tenth month, it is very dangerous. Divination for lawsuits shows that there will be initial grievances, later kindness, and eventually reconciliation. Divination for lost items shows that a servant girl has taken them. Divination for capturing thieves shows that there are many thieves in the gang, and it is difficult to capture them at once. Divination for military campaigns shows a great victory, and the enemy will certainly come forward to surrender.

畢法云：眾鬼雖彰全不畏，貴雖在獄宜臨干，一旬周遍始終宜，簾幕貴人高甲第，合中犯煞蜜中砒。指南：二月亥將加卯占會試，傳將遞生，格合周遍，且干支交車生合，主文思滔滔。又朱雀遁丙乘旺，主文詞華麗，高中無疑。

The "Bifa Fu" has five lines that apply to this situation: "Although many ghosts are evident, they are not feared," meaning although official ghosts are numerous, if they are controlled or transformed, there is no need to fear; "Although the nobleman is in prison, it is favorable if it is near the day stem," meaning although the nobleman is in a prison position, if it is near the day stem, it is still useful; "Throughout the ten days, the beginning and end are suitable," meaning both the beginning and the end of the ten-day cycle are complete, with the beginning and end supporting each other; "The nobleman behind the curtain has a high rank," meaning the nobleman behind the curtain is effective, leading to success in exams; "A harmonious combination with a harmful star is like sweet poison," meaning within a harmonious combination, a harmful star is present, like sweet poison. The "Lunin Zhinan" states: in the second month, with the亥 general added to卯, the three transmissions and the heavenly general are in successive generation, forming a proper pattern with the beginning and end fully covered. Combined with the day stem and day branch crossing to generate and harmonize with each other, it indicates abundant literary thoughts. The Vermilion Bird is hidden with the丙 fire and is in a strong position, indicating elegant literary style and certain success.

課體：知一，斫輪，四絕，察微。課義：生虛鬼實，仕宦占吉，夜因神願，祿動危失。

This lesson pattern is "Zhi Yi," combined with "Zhuo Lun," "Si Jue," and "Cha Wei." "Zhuo Lun" refers to the meaning of a carpenter shaping wood into an object, indicating success through skill and authority. The "Ke Yi" explains: the亥 water, which nourishes me, is empty and thus ineffective, while the申 gold, which controls me, is real and represents an official ghost; this ghost is actually beneficial for those in official positions. In a night divination concerning illness, it is necessary to fulfill the spirit's wishes. When the禄 god moves, it indicates danger and loss.

解曰：亥水空而申官實，是隆虛名，受實害也。卦得斫輪，仕宦最宜，武職占之，尤有威權也。夜貴乘鬼，臨干支上，病者宜祈禱神祇，了還香願，方得痊吉。卯為日之祿神，既被申克，晝占乘元，則為閉口；夜占乘虎，又逢丁神，其動如此，病者豈不危乎。晝占簾幕臨干支上，占考試者，當有同里之人，或繫祖輩尊行，暗中摸索，有水乳之投。

The water in the亥 branch is empty, but the metal in the申 branch, representing the official ghost, is real. Therefore, there is only an empty reputation, but real harm is suffered. The divination shows the "Chop Wheel" pattern, which is most suitable for officials. When it is used for military positions, it especially shows authority. The night nobleman is riding on the official ghost, which is located above the day stem and day branch. The patient should pray to the gods and fulfill any vows made in the past to recover. The卯 branch is the禄 of the乙 day, but it has been overcome by the metal in the申 branch. If it is divined during the day with the Black Tortoise, it forms the "Closed Mouth" pattern. If it is divined at night with the White Tiger, it coincides with the丁 spirit being active—this brings the禄 to such a state of instability that the patient cannot avoid danger. If divined during the day, the curtain nobleman is located above the day stem and day branch. For someone taking an exam, they will meet someone from the same hometown or a relative of the same generation, who will secretly help them, and the two will be in harmony like water and milk.

斷曰：生我不生，祿我不祿。求官見貴，雖有喜悅之象，不過深情厚貌而已，難用其力也。密雲不雨，凡百占者，皆宜知機而退，守正待時，自有不期然而然之妙。

The person who should have been born before me is unable to be born, and the one who should have given me a good fortune is unable to do so. Although seeking official positions and relying on the powerful may show signs of happiness, it is only superficial kindness on their part. When trying to rely on their strength, it is not possible. The whole situation is like thick clouds without rain. For all matters, one should know when to retreat, stay on the right path, and wait for the right opportunity. Naturally, wonderful things will come unexpectedly.

天時：有風，微雨。家宅：尊長有災，防損小口，宅母當權，土木興工。仕宦：任所不遠，恐不能久任。功名：晝占可望中式，但恐未必正榜。求財：只宜得本分之財，不能大旺。婚姻：夜占主貴介之女，人亦端好，但不能助夫益子。疾病：胃口不開，肺家亦有病，急還家堂舊願，醫人不得力，秋防加病。胎產：雖是男胎，恐是虛喜。出行：宜於水路，利見貴人。行人：馬空未至。行師：不宜躁動，為主者勝。遺失：在門內尋。捕獲：四月占之，即見擒獲。

Divination on weather shows wind mixed with light rain. Divination on the household indicates that the elder has misfortune, and one should be careful to prevent harm to the children. The female head of the household is in charge, and there will be construction work in the house. Divination on official career shows that the post is not far from home, but one should fear not being able to hold the position for long. Divination on fame shows that one may expect to pass the examination in the daytime, but it is uncertain whether one will be on the official list. Divination on seeking wealth shows that one should only take one's due share, and it is unlikely to get great wealth. Divination on marriage shows that if divined at night, the woman comes from a noble family, and her character is upright, but she cannot help her husband or benefit her children. Divination on illness shows that the appetite is poor, and there is also illness in the lungs. One should quickly settle old family vows; the doctor will not be effective, and in autumn one should beware of worsening illness. Divination on pregnancy shows that although it is a male fetus, it may be just empty joy. Divination on travel shows that it is suitable to travel by water, and it is favorable to meet a nobleman. Divination on a missing person shows that the person is still inside the door. Divination on capturing a fugitive shows that if divined in April, the person can be captured immediately. Divination on military operations shows that one should not be hasty or reckless, and by holding one's position one will win. Divination on losing something shows that one should look for it inside the door. Divination on capturing a fugitive shows that if divined in April, the person can be captured immediately.

畢法云：避難逃生須棄舊，閉口凡占莫測機，鬼乘天乙乃神祇。玉成歌云：日鬼加臨辰兩課，必然官吏到門庭。

The Three Verses from the "Bi Fa Fu" apply to this situation: "To escape danger and save oneself, one must abandon the old path," meaning to get out of trouble one must give up the old way and find a new one; "When the mouth is closed, all divinations cannot reveal the hidden mechanism," meaning when the reading is of a closed mouth, no one can uncover the hidden meaning; "If the ghost is riding the Heavenly Ethical Person, it is a divine being," meaning if the official ghost is accompanied by a nobleman, it is not human trouble but supernatural interference, requiring prayers and offerings. The "Yu Cheng Ge" states that when the day stem's official ghost is placed on the two lessons of the day branch, officials and enforcers will certainly come to the door.

課體：反吟，稼穡，斬關，關格。課義：日墓臨支，宅有伏尸，三傳俱陷，妻喪財遺。

This lesson's "Lesson Pattern" is "Reverse Chant," combined with "Jia Se," "Zhan Guan," and "Guan Ge." "Guan Ge" refers to the guardian deity blocking the entrance, causing difficulty in both advancing and retreating. The four lines of "Lesson Meaning" state that the tomb of the ethereal wood is pressing on the day branch's dwelling爻, indicating a corpse lying in the house awaiting burial. Additionally, all the three transmissions fall into "Kongwang" and are all related to wife's wealth, so the conclusion is loss of wife and wealth.

解曰：支乘墓虎，則有伏尸。今未為乙之墓，雖臨干支，而晝夜貴神，並未乘虎。然亦以伏尸同論者，虎異而墓同也。三傳往來俱陷於空，而皆屬於妻財，則占妻者必有鼓盆之患，占財者必有致寇之凶，謂之妻喪財遺，不亦宜乎。朱雀主文章，陷空無氣，必然抄襲舊文，不明題旨。春秋占諸事獲吉。丑加未，夜將乘青龍，主有雨。

The day branch is occupied by the Tomb Spirit and also by the White Tiger, indicating that there is a hidden corpse in the house. Now, the earth element of the earth branch is the Storage of the ethereal wood, although it is present on the day stem and day branch, the noble spirits of day and night do not have the White Tiger. Therefore, it is still judged according to the hidden corpse, because the White Tiger is different while the Storage is the same. The three transmissions are all trapped in the empty position and all belong to the wife's wealth, so predicting about the wife indicates the loss of the wife, predicting about wealth indicates the danger of theft, called "wife lost and wealth lost." This is exactly in line with the situation. The Vermilion Bird governs literature, now it is trapped in the empty position and lacks vitality, which definitely indicates copying old texts and not understanding the meaning. In spring and autumn, predictions about various matters can be favorable. The earth branch of Chou is placed on the earth branch of Wei, and the night general is accompanied by the Azure Dragon, indicating rain.

斷曰：反吟之卦，孤神無依，事多反覆，百凡疑滯。三傳皆財神往來，必有因財而起爭端者。斬關發用，有逃亡避難之象。傳見孤辰，有別離鄉井之象。

The "Reverse Chant" hexagram indicates a situation where the divine spirit is isolated and lacks support, leading to many reversals and hesitations in affairs, with everything obstructed. All three transmissions involve the Wealth God coming and going, indicating that someone is likely to cause disputes over money. The "Cutting the Gate" spirit initiates the transmission, suggesting a tendency to flee or seek refuge. The three transmissions also encounter Guchen, indicating a situation of leaving home and traveling away.

天時：乍晴乍雨。家宅：人口不安，宅東有女入墓作祟。婚姻：晝占女子甚秀美，即恐有破敗之者。胎產：應得女胎，生亦易育。考試：文字空虛，不貼書意。求財：主有爭鬥。疾病：口舌起病，不思飲食，即好亦防翻覆。出行：水路可行，恐中道而返。行人：近者即至。遺失：在舊地尋覓。捕獲：逃去已遠。出兵：須別尋良策，庶可建功。

Divination about the weather shows that it will be clear then rainy. Divination about the family home indicates that the household is not peaceful, and that a deceased woman is causing trouble in the east part of the house. Divination about marriage, when done in the daytime, shows that the woman is very beautiful, but there is fear that someone will interfere. Divination about pregnancy indicates that a female child is expected, and that the child will be easy to raise. Divination about an examination shows that the writing is empty and does not match the meaning of the classics. Divination about seeking wealth indicates that there will be disputes. Divination about illness shows that the illness arises from verbal disputes, and that the person will lose appetite; even if it improves, there is a risk of relapse. Divination about travel shows that water routes are possible, but there is fear of returning halfway. Divination about a traveler shows that someone nearby will arrive soon. Divination about lost items shows that one should search at the original place. Divination about capturing a person shows that the person has already fled far away. Divination about going to war shows that another plan must be considered in order to achieve success.

畢法云：全財病體難擔荷，來去俱空豈動移。玉成歌云：反吟占事休言定，往復雙雙兩事因，常占須主身搖動，不動人情有怨心。

The "Bifa Fu" has two lines that apply to this situation: "Full wealth and a weak day stem cannot bear the burden," meaning that although there is much wealth, the day stem is weak and unable to carry the load; "Coming and going all fall into empty positions, how can there be movement?" indicating that all the words related to movement fall into empty positions, so there can be no actual movement. The "Yucheng Ge" says that in reverse chant divination, one should not make definite predictions, as coming and going are bound to involve two matters. Normally, this suggests that the person's body will move, but if there is no movement, resentment may accumulate in social relationships.

課體：重審，勵德，天獄。課義：凶裡藏利，迤邐而至，晝傳夾克，寅全死氣。

This divination lesson's "Lesson Pattern" is "Re-examination," combined with "Encouragement of Virtue" and "Heavenly Prison." "Heavenly Prison" indicates the Nobleman is in the position of imprisonment. The four lines of "Lesson Meaning" explain that the metal of酉 is strong and overcomes the wood of乙, which is originally凶 (adverse), but within this adversity there is hidden benefit, which progresses through each transmission until the final one, turning into wealth. However, since this divination was cast in the daytime, the three transmissions are all subject to being夹克 (constricted by mutual conflict), and thus this wealth is entirely extinguished, unattainable.

解曰：酉來克乙，可謂凶矣。得支上午火克之，遂迤邐至末，皆為財也。但三傳晝占皆係夾克，則財已無氣，而費用百出，爭競多端，豈能安享而無事乎。干上克初，初克中，中克末，為求財大獲。酉為日鬼，午火剋制酉金，所謂制鬼之位乃良醫也。占病當有本家親人醫治，占災亦有人解救，占訟亦有人辨雪。酉為明鬼，午遁庚為暗鬼。干酉支午，又為四勝煞。凡占皆有自逞其能，邀功見美之意。

The metal of You is able to overcome the wood of Yi, which is considered ominous. Fortunately, the fire of Wu in the day branch overcomes the metal of You, and this effect continues through the final transmission, transforming everything into wealth. However, since this is a daytime divination, the three transmissions are all being attacked from both sides, leading to the exhaustion of wealth and constant expenses and disputes, making it impossible to enjoy peace. The heavenly stem of the day overcomes the first transmission, which in turn overcomes the middle transmission, and the middle transmission overcomes the final transmission, with each level attacking the next. When seeking wealth, there is great potential for gain. You is the official ghost for Yi day, and the fire of Wu can overcome the metal of You, which is exactly what the "Bi Fa Fu" says, "Controlling the ghost's position is like a good doctor." When divining illness, there is a family relative who will take charge of the treatment; when divining disaster, someone will come to rescue; when divining legal matters, someone will defend the person. You is an open ghost, while the hidden ghost is the hidden metal of Geng, which is concealed. The presence of You on the day stem and Wu on the day branch forms the "Si Sheng Sha," meaning that all divinations carry the implication of showing off one's abilities and striving for recognition.

斷曰：此課三傳全受夾克，凡事不能由己，忍耐為佳。

In this lesson, all three transmissions are completely restricted and attacked by the preceding and succeeding elements, so in all matters one cannot take the initiative; it is best to endure patiently.

天時：水升火降，當有雨。家宅：主有火燭血光之災，陰私口舌之事。求財：必主大獲，耗費亦重。婚姻：干支俱乘桃花咸池，不成為妙。胎產：是雙生，一男一女。出行：正九月不利遠行。行人：傳墓為來，行人遠至。捕亡：易獲。遺失：在木櫃上尋。出兵：多在中途止息，大宜防夜。

Divination for weather conditions: if water vapour rises and fire energy descends, rain is expected. Divination for the household: there will be disasters involving fire and candles, as well as hidden private affairs and disputes over words. Divination for seeking wealth: there will certainly be great gains, but heavy expenses will also occur. Divination for marriage: the day stem and day branch both have taohua and xianchi, so it is better not to marry. Divination for pregnancy: it will be twins, one male and one female. Divination for travel: it is not suitable to travel far in the first and ninth months. Divination for a missing person: the three transmissions return to the tomb, meaning the person will return, and those who have traveled far can also return home. Divination for capturing a fugitive: it is easy to catch them. Divination for lost items: look for them in a wooden cabinet. Divination for military campaigns: the army will mostly stop halfway, especially beware of night attacks.

畢法云：賓主不投刑在上，制鬼之位乃良醫。古鑑：八月卯將加戌占脫保正。此名官鬼纏身，初傳功曹，身已入官，焉能得脫。乙見酉官，螣蛇纏繞，必被勒認。初傳天空，不認即當入獄。中傳天后，認即無事。末傳勾陳，子未相穿，斷然難脫，脫亦復作。支上午作太陰，與我關說，卻為他人作內鬼也。

The "Bi Fa Fu" has two lines that apply to this situation: "The guest and host do not match, the crime is on top," meaning the day stem and day branch are in a conflicting relationship, indicating that the host and guest are not in harmony; "The position that controls the official ghost is a good doctor," meaning the one that controls the official ghost is the one who can help. The "Gu Jian" records a case: in the eighth month with the卯 (Mao) general added to 戌 (Xu), the question was whether one could get rid of the position of the local official. This divination is called "Official Ghosts Surrounding," with the first transmission being Gongcao (Yin) on 寅 (Yin), indicating that the body has already fallen into the official's hands, how can one escape? The 乙 wood is seen by 酉 (You) metal official ghost, and is also entangled by Teng Snake, it is certain that one will be forced to accept the position. The first transmission is riding Tian Kong, if one refuses to accept, one will be imprisoned; the middle transmission is riding Heavenly Empress, if one accepts, there will be no problem; the final transmission is riding Gou Chen, with 子 (Zi) and 未 (Wei) conflicting, it is certain that one cannot escape, even if one temporarily escapes, one will have to face it again. The day branch's 午 (Wu) fire is riding Tai Yin, seemingly helping me, but in reality, it is acting as an inside informant for others.

課體：重審，狡童，從革。課義：俗庶難任，病訟俱興，守官宜卜，俸倍職升。

This divination case has a "Lesson Pattern" of "Re-examination," combined with "Cunning Youth" and "Metallurgical Change." The four lines of "Lesson Meaning" explain that the three transmissions form a metal pattern, which specifically overcomes the wood of Yi. Ordinary people cannot bear such an official ghost, so illness and lawsuits come together. However, if an official is consulting, the repeated appearance of the official star is actually a good omen, indicating doubled salary and promotion in position.

解曰：純金克身，末傳乘虎，庶民遇之，豈能免於病訟。若夜占乃貴德臨身，能除一切凶咎。官爻重疊，而催官又臨宅上，仕宦得此，知必能升俸增秩矣。金局並來傷干，晝占凶不可遏。若用夜貴，則初傳酉金上被蛇克，下被巳傷，又被中傳丑土來墓，末傳巳火來克，則酉金全然無力。酉加巳為胎坐長生，大宜占孕，不利占產。又丑加酉為腹胎格，來人值此，必占妻孕。緣丑為腹，酉胎在腹內也。

The entire chart consists of pure metal elements which overcome and injure the day stem. The final transmission is also occupied by the White Tiger. Ordinary people encountering this situation are likely to suffer from illness and legal troubles. However, if the divination is done at night and the Nobleman and virtue deity are present on the self, all misfortunes can be dispelled. If there are many official elements and the deity of promotion is present on the house element, officials who divinate this chart will certainly receive a promotion and an increase in salary. The metal elements combine to injure the day stem. If divined during the day, the凶 is overwhelming. But if night nobleman is used instead, the initial transmission's酉 metal is overcome by the Teng Snake, injured by巳 fire, and then stored away by the middle transmission's丑 earth. The final transmission's巳 fire again injures it, so the酉 metal is completely ineffective. When酉 is placed on巳, it is in the long life position, which is most suitable for divination about pregnancy but not for childbirth. Moreover, when丑 is placed on酉, it forms the 'Abdominal Pregnancy' pattern. Those who encounter this pattern are asking about their wife's pregnancy, because丑 represents the abdomen and酉 represents the fetus, which is in the womb.

斷曰：從革之課，革故鼎新，事主冗雜不一，動搖不定。凡占諸事，皆遲疑不進之象。

The "From Reform" divination indicates the removal of the old and the establishment of the new, with matters being varied and unstable. Whatever affairs are divined, they show hesitation and indecision, with no progress.

天時：風雨兼至。家宅：有陰私闇昧之事，當以禮自防為吉。婚姻：女益男家，然合中有刑，不免妨害。胎產：男喜，難產。官訟：牽連眾人，秋占可慮。疾病：患不一症，肝經受傷，難治。出行：不宜遠行，陸路遇貴。行人：得利即至。捕亡：可獲。遺失：家中二女竊去。出兵：大宜斟酌。

Divination on weather indicates that rain and wind will come together. Divination on the family home suggests there are hidden affairs, and one should maintain propriety and be cautious for good fortune. Divination on marriage indicates that the woman can bring benefit to the man's family, but there is a hidden conflict, leading to some obstacles. Divination on pregnancy indicates the birth of a son, but there is difficulty in childbirth. Divination on legal disputes suggests many people will be involved, and more caution is needed if divined in autumn. Divination on illness indicates multiple ailments, with damage to the liver meridian, making it difficult to treat. Divination on travel suggests that long journeys are not advisable, but traveling by land may meet a nobleman. Divination on a traveler indicates that he will return after gaining profit. Divination on capturing a fugitive indicates that he can be caught. Divination on lost items indicates that two women in the family have taken them. Divination on military action suggests that great care and deliberation are needed.

畢法云：貴雖坐獄宜臨干，鬼乘天乙乃神祇，后合占婚豈用媒，眾鬼雖彰全不畏，制鬼之位乃良醫，傳墓入墓分憎愛。中黃經云：日辰衰木見真金，三傳無火卻成迍。

The "Bifa Fu" has six lines that apply to this situation: "Although the Nobleman is in the prison position, it is still suitable if it is adjacent to the day stem." Even though the Nobleman is in the prison position, if it is adjacent to the day stem, it can still be used. "If the official ghost is riding on the Heavenly Ethereal, it is a divine spirit." If the official ghost is riding on the Nobleman, it indicates divine interference rather than human misfortune. "When the Heavenly Empress and the Six Harmonies meet, there is no need for a matchmaker in marriage divination." When the Heavenly Empress and the Six Harmonies are in conjunction, marriage does not require a matchmaker. "Although many official ghosts are evident, they are not feared if there is a controlling deity." Even though there are many official ghosts, they are not feared if there is a deity that can control them. "The position that controls the official ghost is the good physician." The position that controls the official ghost is like a good physician. "When the three transmissions enter the墓 position, it depends on whether the墓 is for a favorable or unfavorable deity to determine if it is good or bad." When the three transmissions enter the墓 position, it depends on whether the墓 is for a favorable or unfavorable deity to determine if it is good or bad. The "Zhonghuang Jing" says: If the weak wood on the day branch meets true metal, and there is no fire in the three transmissions to overcome the metal, the matter will become difficult and troubled.

課體：重審，斬關，富貴，丘墓，陰不備。課義：支干乘墓，如處雲霧，磨羅而歸，妻財共聚。

This lesson's "Lesson Pattern" is "Re-examination," combined with "Cutting the Gate," "Prosperity and Wealth," "Mound," and "Incomplete Yin." "Incomplete Yin" refers to the absence of one Yin spirit among the four lessons. The "Lesson Meaning" consists of four lines, which state: the Day Stem and Day Branch are both covered by the Mound Spirit, so people and their homes are like being in a fog, unable to see clearly; matters will need to be delayed and entangled before they can be resolved; ultimately, wife and wealth will come together.

解曰：墓覆干支，人宅昏滯，夜占未蛇更凶。乙畏未墓，歸干支上，辰遁為戊，而丑中有癸，戊與癸合，則妻財聚矣。干上雖作日財，卻遁旬中干鬼。謂之財遁鬼格，必因財致禍，因食喪身，因妻致訟。春丑、夏辰、秋未、冬戌為關神。秋占此課，乃干墓作關神發用，人口有災。晝貴地盤旬首，上神乘武，亦為閉口卦。

The Tomb Spirit is covering over the day stem and day branch, causing people and homes to be dull and blocked. If this is divined at night and the Teng Snake is not on top of it, it becomes even more dangerous. The wood of 乙 is most afraid of the Storage 未, and it happens to be located on the day stem and day branch. The辰 is hidden with the earth of 戊 in the ten-day cycle, and the丑 contains the water of 癸. Since 戊 and 癸 are in harmony, wife and wealth are gathered together. Although the god on the day stem is considered the wealth of the day stem, it is hidden by the heavenly stem that controls the day stem in the ten-day cycle, which is called the "wealth hidden by the ghost pattern." This will certainly bring misfortune due to wealth, death from food, or legal trouble from the wife. In spring, the key god is 丑; in summer, it is 辰; in autumn, it is 未; and in winter, it is 戌. When divining in autumn, the key god is the Storage of the day stem, which is used as the initiating transmission, indicating that there will be disaster among the family members. When divining in the daytime, the nobleman's footstep is on the beginning of the ten-day cycle, and the upper god is riding on the Black Tortoise, which is also called the "closed mouth" hexagram.

斷曰：三傳俱財，財多反不如意。中間見阻，卻喜相沖，沖散凶事，大宜解釋憂疑。然中末傳空，百事逢之，到底歸於散漫。

The Three Transmissions are all wealth hexagrams, and having too many wealth hexagrams actually prevents success. There is an obstacle in the middle, but fortunately there is a conflicting deity that disperses the misfortune, so this situation is most suitable for relieving worries and doubts. However, both the Middle Transmission and the Final Transmission fall into emptiness, and whenever things meet them, they ultimately result in scattered efforts and no achievement.

天時：晝占雨，夜占晴。家宅：人宅不能光明，卻藏秀氣；妻妾歡寧，兒孫詩禮。仕宦：晝占可望升遷，夜占遲滯。求財：須要循分守義。婚姻：可以出贅。疾病：主吐逆驚傷，或氣沖而食不化，醫在西南方，延之可治。出行：必有阻滯。行人：立至。胎產：男胎，立產。出兵：始雖相持，終歸和好。

Divination for weather: During the day, it indicates rain; at night, it indicates clear skies. Divination for the household: Both people and the house are not bright, but there is a hidden elegance within; the wife and concubines are harmonious and peaceful, and the sons and daughters are knowledgeable and respectful. Divination for official career: During the day, it indicates the possibility of promotion; at night, it indicates delay. Divination for seeking wealth: One must be upright and abide by righteousness. Divination for marriage: It is suitable to marry into a woman's family. Divination for illness: It indicates vomiting and regurgitation, being startled and suffering internal injuries, or qi rising upward causing food to be undigested; if a doctor is from the southwest, he can cure the illness. Divination for travel: There will be obstacles. Divination for a traveler: He will arrive soon. Divination for childbirth: It is a male fetus, and delivery will occur immediately. Divination for military action: Although there is initial stalemate, in the end, peace will be achieved.

畢法云：干支乘墓各昏迷，全財病體難擔荷，干墓並關人宅廢；賓主不投刑在上。指南：二月亥將加申，占起復進京。曰：干支乘墓，時未亨通。干神歸支，利靜不利動。中末空亡，半途而返。青龍居干發用，今年卻當起官。年上酉為印信，陰神見貴生日，必補尚寶(按：官名)之職。

The Four Verses from the "Bi Fa Fu" apply to this situation: "The Heavenly Stem and Earthly Branch are both in their墓 position, causing confusion," meaning both the person and the dwelling are in a state of confusion; "Full wealth but weak body cannot bear the burden," indicating that although there is an abundance of wealth, the day stem is weak and cannot support it; "The day stem and its墓 position are both involved in the 关, leading to the decline of both the person and the dwelling," meaning the day stem's墓 position also serves as the 关, resulting in the downfall of both the person and the dwelling; "The guest and host do not match, and there is mutual punishment among the upper gods," indicating that the upper gods are in conflict, and the host and guest are not in harmony. The "Liu Ren Zhuan Nan" records a case: in the second lunar month with the亥 general added to 申, predicting the end of mourning and resuming official duties to go to the capital. The interpretation states: the day stem and day branch are both in their墓 position, indicating that the time is not yet favorable; the god of the day stem is located in the day branch, which is favorable for stillness rather than movement; the middle and final transmissions are empty, meaning the journey will be interrupted halfway. However, the Azure Dragon is in the day stem and initiates the transmission, indicating that the person will eventually be restored to official status this year; the year's branch is酉, which is the seal, and the hidden god sees a nobleman benefiting the day stem, indicating that the person will certainly be appointed to a position such as the Superintendent of the Imperial Seal.

課體：重審，間傳，龍德，涉三淵。課義：脫空晝迎，祿作元丁，干官貴怒，凶吉無成。

This lesson's "Lesson Pattern" is "Re-examination," combined with "Intermediate Transmission," "Dragon Virtue," and "Passing Three Deep Waters." "Passing Three Deep Waters" refers to the three transmissions passing through three deep waters successively, with each step being difficult. The "Lesson Meaning" states: the god in the Heaven position has both escaped its energy and fallen into emptiness; the卯禄 (Mao禄) is riding the Black Tortoise and hides the Ding while acting recklessly; seeking official positions and visiting the nobleman meets the nobleman who is angry; both the middle and the end are empty, so both good and bad outcomes fail to materialize.

解曰：午乘天空，脫干之氣，而能制初傳之申鬼，亦一救神也。卯祿乘丁，晝占作武，恐因祿動而耗費也。夜貴坐克，日貴入獄，干貴者不逢其喜而逢其怒也。中末皆空，則吉凶兩不成矣。祿臨支上，謂之權攝不正。凡占不自尊貴，受屈於人，或遙授職祿，或受宅上之祿，或將本身之祿，替於兒孫，六乙日皆同。未加巳為兩蛇夾墓，占病必有積塊，占訟必被囚禁，占事必見凶禍。干上脫氣乘空，名脫空格。凡占無中生有，全無實際，所謂脫上逢脫防虛詐也。

The fire of the hour Wu is riding on Tian Kong, taking away the energy of the day stem. However, it can also control the first transmission's metal official ghost of Shen, so it is considered a rescuing deity. The卯 is the禄神 of the day stem Yi, and it is hidden by Ding. During the day, if it rides on Yuan Wu, there is a fear of the禄神 being shaken and causing loss. The night nobleman is sitting in a position that is being attacked, while the day nobleman falls into prison. Seeking the nobleman for help, one might not meet him in a favorable mood, but instead meet him when he is angry. Both the middle and final transmissions fall into Kongwang, so neither good nor bad outcomes can be achieved. The禄神 is on the day branch, called 'authority not properly held': in all divinations, one should not take a position of honor, but rather suffer委屈, or take a position remotely, or receive the salary of the household head, or give one's own salary to one's children. This applies to all six days of Yi. The巳 is added to the 未, forming 'two snakes surrounding the tomb', which indicates for illness there will be痞块 accumulation, for lawsuits imprisonment, and for matters, a certain misfortune. The day stem has lost its energy and is riding on Kongwang, called 'loss and emptiness', all divinations are without real substance, entirely empty, which is exactly what the "Bi Fa Fu" says: 'loss meets loss, beware of false claims'.

斷曰：此卦事多隔手，有不能退，不能遂之象。

This hexagram indicates that the matter at hand will require going through a third party, leading to difficulties in both directions: one cannot retreat and also cannot fulfill the wish.

天時：主晴。家宅：夜占得賢妻，生好子，晝占多虛耗，防失脫。婚姻：女貪男家，亦可入贅，夜占女美。疾病：醫人得力，雖危無害。胎產：男喜，八月占即生。行人：寅午日來。仕宦：可作佐貳。出行：宜從水路。遺失：財神空，恐難尋。捕亡：晝占往北方，夜占往南方。出兵：勞而無功。

Divination about the weather indicates clear skies. Divination about the family home, if done at night, suggests the possibility of marrying a virtuous wife and having a good son; if done during the day, it indicates possible losses and the need to guard against theft or loss. Divination about marriage shows that the woman values the man's family, and it may be acceptable for the man to join the woman's family. If done at night, the woman is likely to be beautiful. Divination about illness indicates that the doctor is capable, and although the illness is dangerous, it will not result in death. Divination about pregnancy indicates the birth of a son, and if divined in the eighth month, delivery will occur immediately. Divination about a traveler indicates that he will return on a day of the tiger or the horse. Divination about official career suggests the possibility of holding a deputy position. Divination about travel indicates that it is favorable to travel by water. Divination about losing something indicates that the god of wealth is absent, and the item is likely to be difficult to find. Divination about capturing a fugitive indicates that if done during the day, one should search to the north; if done at night, one should search to the south. Divination about military action indicates labor without success.

畢法云：權攝不正祿臨支，兩貴受克難干貴；鬼乘天乙乃神祇，人宅皆死各衰羸。涉三淵詩云：孟動不動涉三淵，申戌子兮在日前；進退艱難還萬狀，雖然對面隔層天。

The "Bifa Fu" has four lines that apply to this situation: "The authority is not properly held, the official's fortune is in the day branch," meaning the official's fortune is located in the day branch, and the position is not legitimate; "Two noblemen are overcome, it is difficult to gain favor," meaning both the day and night noblemen are overcome, and seeking help from the nobleman is not possible; "The ghost rides the nobleman, it is a divine spirit," meaning the official ghost rides the nobleman, indicating a divine disturbance; "Both person and dwelling are in death qi, each is weak and declining," meaning both the person and the dwelling are in death qi, and each is in a state of decline. The attached "She San Yuan Shi" says: wanting to move but unable to move, just like crossing three deep abysses; the three transmissions are Shen, Xu, and Zi, all placed before the day stem; advancing and retreating are both extremely difficult, even if standing face to face, it feels as if there is a heaven between them.

課體：元首，進茹，羅網，夾定格。課義：支干拱傳，惟喜春占，疑凶凶有，向後災潛。

This lesson's "Lesson Pattern" is "Yuan Shou," combined with "Jin Ru," "Luo Wang," and "Jia Ding Ge." "Luo Wang" means being easily constrained, while "Jia Ding Ge" refers to the heavenly stems and earthly branches enclosing the middle position. The "Lesson Meaning" states that the heavenly stems and earthly branches enclose the three transmissions; in spring divination, this is considered favorable. People may suspect it as ominous, and indeed there is an element of danger, but it is currently hidden and will manifest later.

解曰：干乙支丑，夾拱寅卯辰在內，會而為木，克身克宅，凶誠不免也。春則貪其生旺，不為害矣。若一休囚，便出而為災，故疑其凶，凶未始不有也，但潛伏而向後乃發耳。所謂“旺相相生災未發，死囚刑剋便災臨”者是也。冬春占又為三陽課，天乙左行，陽氣順也，一、日辰在天乙前，陽氣伸也，二、用神旺相，陽氣進也，三、占此者凡事吉慶。

The day stem is Yi and the day branch is Chou, with Yin, Mao, and Chen sandwiched in between. The three characters form a continuous wood element, which both overcomes the self and the dwelling爻, leading to inevitable misfortune. If this occurs in spring, when the wood is vigorous and flourishing, it does not become harmful. However, once it enters a period of decline and weakness, it will emerge to cause disaster. Therefore, people may suspect it as harmful, but the harm is not absent; it is merely temporarily hidden and will manifest later. This is what the old saying means: when the element is prosperous and mutually generating, disaster does not occur; but once it reaches decline and suffers from overcoming, disaster will strike. When this situation occurs in winter or spring, it is called the "Three Yang Lesson." The nobleman moves smoothly to the left, indicating smooth yang energy, which is the first point; the day branch comes before the nobleman, indicating the expansion of yang energy, which is the second point; the useful god is in a prosperous state, indicating the advancement of yang energy, which is the third point. Those who receive the Three Yang Lesson will have all things favorable and auspicious.

斷曰：聯茹而進，順時而動，吉無不利矣。春占正當交泰之時，依門傍戶，可顯功名，亦防有兄弟牽連之禍。

The Three Transmissions proceed like a cluster of reeds with continuous growth, advancing step by step in accordance with the seasons, auspicious and suitable for all matters. In spring, when heaven and earth are in harmonious union, they are close to households and can bring fame and achievement; however, one should also beware of misfortunes arising from connections with siblings.

天時：先雨後晴。家宅：主不聚財，且防孝服。胎產：女胎易產，頗亦伶俐。婚姻：女家多有口舌欺誑。疾病：棺槨煞見，占病大凶。干謁：且宜止息，不利正五九月。求財：劫財重重，不能生聚。捕獲：恐被傷。遺失：恐夾帶在人身上。出兵：申嚴號令，須防間諜。

Divination about the weather shows that rain comes first and then clears up. Divination about the household indicates that wealth will not stay, and there should be caution about funerals in the house. Divination about pregnancy shows a female fetus, which is easy to give birth to, and the child is quite intelligent. Divination about marriage indicates that there will be disputes and deceit in the woman's family. Divination about illness shows the appearance of a coffin and凶煞, indicating a serious illness. Divination about someone visiting suggests it is better to temporarily put it off, especially in the first, fifth, and ninth months. Divination about seeking wealth shows that the gods taking away wealth are numerous, and wealth cannot be accumulated. Divination about capturing a criminal suggests the possibility of being injured by the thief. Divination about losing something suggests the item may be carried on someone's person. Divination about military action suggests strict orders should be given and caution should be taken against enemy spies.

畢法云：所謀多拙遭羅網，彼此猜忌害相隨。通神集云：起日離辰，不出家庭(謂四課三傳，皆寅卯辰巳午也)。玉成歌云：三傳帶合須干謁，類就其干眾所占(如甲乙日見寅卯入傳也)。括囊賦云：內出外而己求，陽人陰而被索。

The "Bifa Fu" has two lines that apply to this situation: "All plans are clumsy and fall into a trap," meaning the plans are awkward and lead into a trap; "Mutual suspicion brings harm," meaning both sides are suspicious of each other, and harm follows closely. The "Tongshen Ji" says: beginning from the day stem and separating from the day branch, the matter will not go beyond the family door—meaning all four lessons and three transmissions revolve within the years of寅, 卯, 辰, 巳, and 午. The "Yucheng Ge" says: if the three transmissions include the Liu He, it is most appropriate to go and make a request; when similar spirits gather around the day stem, it means many people are seeking the matter I am divining—such as when on a Jia or Yi day, the寅 and 卯 appear in the transmission. The "Kuanang Fu" says: moving from inside to outside means the person themselves is seeking someone else; when a yang spirit enters a yin spirit, it means someone else is coming to claim something.

課體：伏吟，元胎，自任，臨官，勵德。課義：干傳入支，行人遠歸，祿財生聚，所卜皆宜。

This lesson's "Lesson Pattern" is "Hidden Chant," combined with "Original Fetus," "Self-Appointment," "Officialdom," and "Cultivating Virtue." "Officialdom" indicates that the Day Stem is seated directly on its own禄 position. The "Lesson Meaning" states: the three transmissions start from the Day Stem and return to the Branch, indicating entrusting someone to handle affairs. The Branch's horse is in申 and the transmissions return to the Branch, so those traveling far will certainly return. The禄, wealth, and growth are all gathered in the three transmissions, so this is favorable for any divination.

解曰：初從干上，末歸支上，乃我託人幹事也。支馬在申，傳歸支上，行人雖遠，必至。祿馬長生，與財相聚於三傳，所求無不遂意。但課體刑沖，善始保終為吉。

The first transmission originates from the day stem, and the final transmission returns to the day branch, indicating that someone else is acting on my behalf. The Post-horse (post-horse) of the day branch寅 is in申, and the three transmissions also return to the day branch. Therefore, even if someone travels far, they will certainly return. The禄神 (favorable official),The Post-horse (post-horse),Growth (growth), and财爻 (wealth hexagram) all gather within the three transmissions, ensuring that whatever is sought will be fulfilled. However, this lesson pattern itself contains a crime and a conflict, so it is only auspicious if there is a good beginning and a favorable conclusion.

斷曰：此自任之卦，又名元胎勵德。占事靜則宜，動則滯。事主藏匿，屈而不伸，君子守正修德則亨。求官見貴，喜逢祿馬，但不脫刑沖，美中未美也。凡占遇勵德之課，當思致君澤民之意，自然有泰無否。春夏吉，秋平，冬忌。年命在戌亥者，不利。

This is the "Self-Responsibility" hexagram, also known as "Original Embryo" and "Cultivating Virtue." When divining matters, stillness is favorable, but any movement leads to obstruction. The matter is characterized by concealment and difficulty in unfolding. A gentleman should merely uphold righteousness and cultivate virtue to achieve success. Seeking official positions or visiting important persons brings good fortune due to encountering the禄神 (Lùshén, the God of Favor) and The Post-horse (Yìmǎ, the Post-horse), but the presence ofpunishment and clash (Xíngchōng, punishment and clash) prevents completeness, resulting in a somewhat incomplete outcome. Whenever this "Cultivating Virtue" hexagram appears, one should hold the mindset of assisting the sovereign and benefiting the people, naturally leading to smoothness and no blockages. It is favorable in spring and summer, ordinary in autumn, and inauspicious in winter. Those whose destiny or current year is in戌 (Xū) or亥 (Hài) should avoid this hexagram.

天時：主先晴後雨，見虹電，颳風。家宅：人財興旺，不利六畜。婚姻：難成；晝占子多，夜占女性悍。胎產：易產，胎防犯聾啞。疾病：主脈緊滴，寒熱，不進飲食，然末傳生干，易愈。求財：未稱意。失物：不出其家。捕獲：不出邑里，動中得獲。出行：不果，在路安。行人：遠行回輪，近行將至，應在亥戌日。爭訟：和息則吉，不然招刑險。征伐：防詐，又不動之象。

Divination for weather shows that it will first be clear then rain, with the appearance of a rainbow and lightning, and also wind. Divination for the household indicates that people and wealth will flourish, but it is not favorable for livestock. Divination for marriage suggests difficulty in success. If divined during the day, there will be many children in the future; if divined at night, the woman will be fierce and stubborn. Divination for childbirth indicates an easy delivery, but there is a risk of the child being deaf or mute. Divination for illness shows a tight and rapid pulse, alternating cold and heat, and loss of appetite; however, since the final transmission coincides with the day stem, recovery is likely. Divination for seeking wealth shows it will not be satisfactory. Divination for lost items indicates the item is still at home. Divination for capturing a person shows the person has not left their hometown or county and will be captured while moving around. Divination for travel shows the journey will not happen, but safety is ensured on the way. Divination for a traveler indicates that those traveling far are returning, and those nearby will arrive soon, expected on the day of亥 or戌. Divination for lawsuits shows that if resolved amicably it is auspicious, otherwise there will be danger of punishment. Divination for military campaigns warns of deception and indicates a situation of holding back.

畢法云：我求彼事干傳支(有禮下求人之意，旺相吉；凡伏吟，惟六丙日吉，緣初傳為德祿，中傳為財，末傳為長生也，各忌空亡)。風后元經：丙辛日，寅為游都敵主帥，沖為魯都敵偏帥。若臨於日辰之上，敵帥當日即至。玉成歌云：伏吟舉動心無遂，剛主行人到戶庭。

The "Bifa Fu" says, "I seek the matter of the other party through the transmissions and branches": the three transmissions run from the day stem to the day branch, indicating that I am seeking the other party, which implies humbling myself and politely requesting. If the transmissions are prosperous and strong, it is auspicious. For all cases of hidden chant (fu yin), only six days with the stem Bing are considered auspicious, because the first transmission is virtue and rank, the middle transmission is wealth, and the final transmission is growth, but these three positions are all feared to fall into kongwang. The "Fenghou Yuanjing" says: on days with the stem Bing or Xin, the寅 (Yin) represents the enemy commander, and the申 (Shen), which is opposite to寅, represents the enemy deputy commander; if it appears on the day stem or day branch, the enemy commander will arrive that day. The "Yucheng Ge" says: in cases of hidden chant, every action fails to meet expectations, and instead indicates that someone who has left home is about to return to the doorstep.

課體：知一，斬關，退茹，天網。課義：畏空官鬼，病防再至，子丑夜常，牛女合位。

This lesson pattern is "Zhi Yi," combined with "Zhan Guan," "Tui Ru," and "Tian Wang." "Tian Wang" signifies a net covering the head, and movement leads to being restricted. The lesson meaning states that the official ghost falls into an empty position, which is actually more frightening; emptiness means it will not act immediately, but it will return later, so when predicting illness, one must beware of a recurrence. The hour of Zi and Chou are combined, and since it is night with Zi as the upper term, it is the position of Ox and Female Ox combining, which is favorable for marriage predictions.

解曰：亥為丙之官，子為丙之鬼。亥既旬空而臨地盤子位，又日貴夜貴皆落空處，占病官鬼為主，故畏其落空，防其再發也。凡已了之事占此，俱恐復生事端，舉病占以例其餘耳。子與丑合，而夜占乘太常，是為牛女合位，占婚宜之。拔茅連茹，事多驀地，三傳退神，先難後易。

The water of the亥 branch is the proper official of the fire of丙, and the water of the子 branch is the seven killing ghost of丙. Since亥 is in the empty旬, and also occupies the position of子 on the earth plate, plus both day and night dignitaries are in empty positions. In divination about illness, the official ghost is the main concern. Now the official ghost is in empty positions, so the illness does not appear immediately, hence it is more dangerous, and one must be cautious of its possible recurrence. Any matter that has already been resolved and is divined with this pattern is feared to have new complications. Here, the example is given for divination about illness, but similar reasoning can be applied to other matters. The子 and丑 branches are in a harmonious relationship. When the子 branch is occupied at night and also has the Tai Chang, it is the position of the meeting of the Cowherd and the Weaver Girl, making it most suitable for divination about marriage. The three transmissions are like pulling up weeds by the roots, indicating that events often come suddenly. Moreover, all are retreating gods, suggesting that difficulties will come first, followed by ease.

斷曰：此卦官貴財元皆空，求官見貴，皆枉勞心力。喜干奇支儀臨口，旬奇臨辰，旬儀發用，能逢凶化吉。陽日比陽，主事起同類，或自外來，大約宜改圖去就。

In this hexagram, the official star, nobleman, wealth hexagram, and origin god all fall into vacancy, indicating that seeking official positions or noble connections will be in vain. Fortunately, the day stem carries the旬奇 (decade oddity) and the day branch carries the旬仪 (decade ritual), both appearing on the day. The旬奇 is on the day branch, and the旬仪 initiates the transmission, thus transforming misfortune into good fortune. On a yang day, taking the yang spirit as a companion suggests that the matter originates from peers or similar individuals, or from outside. Generally, it is advisable to change plans and decide on staying or leaving anew.

天時：晝占孟雨還晴，夜占密雲不雨。家宅：空闊難居，多口舌，防火災。婚姻：晝占不成，夜占易合，不煩媒妁。胎產：是男，難產，產或不育。疾病：暴病醮神即愈，久病醫藥無功。求財：微未艱難。出行：宜遲，宜從陸。行人：近出即到，遠者亥日到。盜賊：脫逃拒捕，出旬必獲。

Divination for weather: During the day, it indicates rain that turns clear, while at night it suggests thick clouds without rain. Divination for the household: The house is empty and not suitable for living, there will be many disputes, and there is a risk of fire. Divination for marriage: During the day, the marriage will not succeed, but at night it is easy to get along, and even a matchmaker is not needed. Divination for childbirth: It is a boy, difficult labor, and the child may not survive. Divination for illness: A sudden illness can be cured by a ritual prayer to the gods, but a long-term illness will not be helped by medicine. Divination for seeking wealth: There will be only a little money, and it will be difficult to obtain. Divination for travel: It is advisable to delay the journey and to travel by land. Divination for a traveler: Those who leave nearby will arrive immediately, while those who travel far will arrive on the day of亥. Divination for thieves: They will escape and resist capture, but they will be caught within this ten-day period.

畢法云：屋宅寬廣致人衰(支陰發用，為家鬼生支克干，惟宜兌賣宅舍，以錢預備災患之費)。二貴皆空虛喜期(旦暮貴人皆值空亡，如干謁貴人，已蒙許允，後被他人攙越，或有人報喜，且勿信，或同姓名人，終非我喜，誠為虛喜而已，反有所費也)。

The "Bifa Fu" says, "A spacious house leads to the decline of its inhabitants": When the hidden spirit of the day branch is activated, it is the household ghost that is born from the day branch and then attacks the day stem. The wider the house, the more the inhabitants decline. At this time, it is most suitable to sell the house and convert it into money to prepare for expenses related to calamities. It also says, "Two noblemen are both empty and the joy is false": The two noblemen of the morning and evening both fall into kongwang. For example, when seeking help from a nobleman, he has already promised to help, but later someone else takes the lead; or someone comes to report good news, but one should not believe it. It is mostly the case that someone with the same name and surname benefits, and it is not one's own good fortune. In the end, it is just an empty joy, and one ends up spending money in vain.

課體：重審，間傳，龍戰，隔角。課義：雖生難恃，子卯無禮，反為敗神，切休戀貴。

This lesson's "Lesson Pattern" is "Re-examination," combined with "Intermediate Transmission," "Dragon Struggle," and "Opposite Angles." "Dragon Struggle" refers to the meaning of the line "The dragon struggles in the wild" from the "Zhou Changes" (I Ching) Kun hexagram, indicating a conflict between two strong forces. "Opposite Angles" means mutual separation and lack of communication between the parties. The "Lesson Meaning" states: Although卯 (Mao) nourishes fire, the丙 fire (Bing) is in the Bathing (Bathing) stage in卯, which is a declining position, so what should nourish me actually leads to my decline; the conflict between子 and卯 is considered an insult; and both noblemen are empty, so one should not cling to the nobleman anymore.

解曰：木雖生火，而丙火敗於卯，何足恃也。卯來刑子，子息不律，無尊卑之禮也。兩貴皆空，不宜求貴。干支皆敗，不宜訟爭。極陰之課，課體冥濛，合中有破，百事逢之不利。

The wood of卯 is able to generate the fire of丙, but the fire of丙 is in its bathing and declining place when it is on卯, so this matter is not reliable.卯 also harms子, indicating that the descendants are disorderly and there is no propriety between superiors and inferiors. The two noblemen of day and night both fall into the empty and lost place, so it is not advisable to seek help from noblemen. Both the day stem and day branch are in declining places, so it is not advisable to engage in lawsuits or disputes. This lesson has reached the extreme of yin energy, with a dark and confused lesson pattern. Among the harmonious aspects, there is also a breaking element, making it unfavorable for all kinds of matters.

斷曰：此重審之卦，又名龍戰。主身心迷惑，進少退多，必當詳審而折衷於理，庶免咎悔。四時占之，皆有始無終。晝占多詐，夜占貴人登於天門，卻無阻滯。若占人年命在子，兩貴拱之，必有貴人虛聲相助。

This is the "Chong Shen" hexagram, also known as "Long Zhan," indicating confusion in mind and body, with little gain and much loss. One must repeatedly examine and consider matters carefully, seeking a balanced and reasonable resolution, in order to avoid calamity, regret, and misfortune. When this hexagram appears in any of the four seasons, it signifies an incomplete outcome. If it appears during the day, there is likely deceit; if at night, the nobleman is positioned at the亥 position, the heavenly gate, and there will be no obstruction. If the person being divined has their birth year and age corresponding to the子 position, the nobleman will be flanked by two noblemen in the day and night, and there will certainly be a nobleman offering false support.

天時：久陰，多雨有風。家宅：損人口；晝占有火燭驚怪，夜占有喜事。婚姻：不成，成亦有刑剋。胎產：生女，難產有驚。疾病：病淹纏，醫不效，晝占尤為危急。求財：費力難得，得之亦不利己。失盜：為內賊，匿不出，又為捕人縱盜。出行：宜緩，速動防水火災。行人：遲歸，先得信。爭訟：此不勝，彼破財。兵戰：防虛詐設伏，宜堅壁清野待之。

Divination on weather indicates prolonged darkness with no clear skies, frequent rain and strong winds. Divination on the household suggests loss of people. During the day, there will be disturbances caused by fire or strange occurrences, but at night there may be good news. Divination on marriage indicates failure, and even if it succeeds, there will be conflicts. Divination on childbirth suggests the birth of a girl, which will be difficult and accompanied by unexpected troubles. Divination on illness indicates a prolonged and incurable condition, especially dangerous during the day. Divination on seeking wealth suggests great effort with little success, and even if obtained, it will bring no benefit. Divination on theft indicates that the thief is someone within the family, hiding and not revealing themselves, and there may be officials deliberately letting the thief go. Divination on travel suggests proceeding slowly; rushing may lead to fire or water disasters. Divination on a traveler's return indicates a late arrival, with news received first. Divination on legal disputes indicates that our side will not win, and the opposing side will also suffer financial loss. Divination on military matters suggests caution against the enemy's false displays and hidden ambushes, and advises fortifying positions and clearing the countryside to wait for them.

畢法云：干支皆敗勢傾頹(干支上皆逢敗氣，占身氣血衰敗，占宅屋舍傾頹，尤不可告訴陰私，必至牽連己過，同時敗露)。賓主不投刑在上(干上卯，支上子，干支上神各為無禮之刑；主交涉，各有異心，訟必兩敗)。風后元經：支上神生日上神，又兩神相刑，探報半虛半實。晝占虛詐不實，歸於兩軍和解。指掌賦云：大吉小吉作勾陳，鬥爭田地。

The "Bi Fa Fu" says, "Both the day stem and day branch are in a state of decline and disorder": when both the day stem and day branch are in the position of bathing and decline, it indicates a weakening of vitality and energy for the self, and for a residence, it suggests the collapse of buildings. At such a time, one must especially avoid exposing others' private matters, for doing so will inevitably lead to the exposure of one's own faults, with both sides being revealed at the same time. It also says, "The host and guest are not in harmony, and punishment is upon the superior": when the day stem is in the position of卯 and the day branch is in the position of子, the two superior spirits form the punishment of impropriety; during negotiations, both parties have conflicting intentions, and litigation will result in mutual defeat. The "Feng Hou Yuan Jing" states: when the superior spirit on the day branch is the birth of the superior spirit on the day stem, and the two spirits also mutually punish each other, the information obtained is half true and half false; during the day, the situation is deceptive and unreliable, and eventually both armies reach an agreement. The "Zhi Zhang Fu" says: when the superior spirit on the large吉 (Chou) and the small吉 (Wei) is Gou Chen, it indicates disputes over land.

課體：蒿矢，元胎，龍德，不備。課義：執弓忘矢，事聲迤邐，舍此危疑，彼來生己。

This lesson's "Lesson Pattern" is "Hao Shi," combined with "Yuan Tai," "Long De," and "Bu Bei." "Hao Shi" means that among the four lessons there are no direct attacks or conflicts, only remote and indirect influences, like using straw arrows that cannot harm anyone. The "Lesson Meaning" says: Just as holding a bow without an arrow, the matter is merely a gradual development; by ignoring this false sense of danger and doubt, there will be a divine spirit above to support me.

解曰：神遙剋日，發用旬空，是猶執弓而亡矢也。末傳迤邐沖起空亥克干，乃聲勢危疑而已，不足畏也。中傳之財，切不可取。喜支來生干，靜守為吉。

The heavenly god is only indirectly and remotely attacking the day stem, and the initiating transmission god has fallen into the empty period. This is like holding a bow but losing the arrow. The final transmission, through a series of movements, impulsively affects the empty亥 water to attack the day stem, but this is merely a false display and a doubtful scare, not worth fearing. The wealth in the middle transmission is certainly not to be taken. Fortunately, the day branch god comes to support the day stem, and if it remains quiet and stays, it is auspicious.

斷曰：此蒿矢之卦，一名元胎，以四孟發傳也。而用神空亡，事主動搖，人情倒置。干謁占之，主客雖和，陰有侵損。人自外至，不可容納。須防口舌官事，西南而至。老人小兒占之，反為人吉之兆。亥年月時，占事有成。

This is the "Hao Shi" hexagram, also called "Yuan Tai," because the three transmissions originate from the four young lands of寅, 申, 巳, and 亥. However, the useful god falls into kongwang, indicating instability in matters and confusion in human relations. When divining about someone coming to the door with a request, the host and guest may appear harmonious on the surface, but there is secretly some loss or damage. Someone coming from outside should not be received. One should also beware of disputes and legal troubles coming from the southwest direction. Elderly people and children receiving this hexagram are considered a good omen. If the matter is divined during the year, month, or hour of亥, the matter will succeed.

天時：久雨必晴，久晴雖有雨，不大。家宅：利老幼口，陰人不和。婚姻：夜占吉，可用，猶宜遲歸。胎產：防小產，產母安。疾病：病雖小而難痊，婦人啾唧，老人小兒即愈。求財：無利，遇利且勿取。失盜：賊在西南，贓不獲。出行：東方吉。行人：在路上，有虛驚。爭訟：紛擾憂疑，終歸解散，不能為害。征伐：開地千里，戰勝之兆；然用神落空，宜持重觀變，方不失眾；正五九月尤不可輕動，當行反間，亦可得敵臣之功。

Divination for weather: prolonged rain will eventually clear, while prolonged dry weather may bring rain, but it will not be heavy. Divination for the household: it is favorable for the elderly and children, but the female members of the family are not harmonious. Divination for marriage: it is auspicious if divined at night, and the matter can be settled, but the bride should enter the family later. Divination for pregnancy: be careful of miscarriage, but the mother will be safe. Divination for illness: the illness is not serious but difficult to recover from completely; women may suffer prolonged suffering and moaning, while the elderly and children will recover quickly. Divination for seeking wealth: there is no benefit, even if there is an opportunity, it is better not to take it. Divination for theft: the thief is in the southwest, and the stolen goods cannot be recovered. Divination for travel: going east is favorable. Divination for a traveler: the person is on the way, and there will be a false alarm. Divination for lawsuits: there will be confusion, worry, and doubt, but eventually it will be resolved and not cause harm. Divination for warfare: there are signs of expanding territory and defeating the enemy; however, the useful god is in an empty position, so it is advisable to be cautious and observe changes to avoid losing the people's support; especially in the first, fifth, and ninth months, one should not act rashly, and using reverse tactics can also lead to the defection of enemy officials.

畢法云：彼求我事支傳干，互生俱生凡事益；鬼乘天乙乃神祇，龍加生氣吉遲遲。課經云，此俱生格，乃干上神生干，支上神生支。又皆值長生，彼此和順，宜合本營生。又支加干上而生干，名自在格。

The "Bifa Fu" has four lines that apply to this situation: "The other party seeks my affairs, with the branch transmitting to the stem." The three transmissions go from the day branch to the day stem, indicating that the other party is seeking me. "Mutual generation brings benefit to all matters," meaning both sides mutually generate each other, so all affairs are beneficial. "The ghost rides the nobleman, indicating divine interference," meaning the official ghost is riding the nobleman, suggesting supernatural interference. "The azure dragon joins the life qi, bringing good fortune slowly," meaning the azure dragon is placed on top of the life qi, indicating that good fortune will come, but slowly. The "Ke Jing" says this is called the "Jusheng Ge," meaning that the heavenly stem on the day stem generates the day stem, and the heavenly stem on the day branch generates the day branch; both are at the stage of growth, indicating harmony between both sides, which is favorable for partnership in one's own business. Furthermore, when the day branch is transmitted to the day stem and generates the day stem, it is also called the "Zizai Ge."

課體：重審，炎上，斬關，狡童。課義：自墓傳生，先迷後醒，全無和氣，上刑下刑。

The lesson pattern of this divination is "Chong Shen" (Re-examination), combined with "Yan Shang" (Inflammation Ascending), "Zhan Guan" (Cutting the Gate), and "Jiao Tong" (Cunning Boy). The four lines of the lesson meaning explain that the first transmission is戌, which is the storage of fire, while the final transmission is寅, which is the growth of fire. The transmission moves from storage to growth, just like a person who first becomes confused and then regains clarity. However, the day stem and the day branch each exert mutual punishments, resulting in the complete absence of harmony.

解曰：初傳戌為火墓，末傳寅為長生，此先迷而後醒也。事防再舉，病防再發。寅刑丙上課巳，而丑刑支上神戌，日辰上下相刑，何和氣之有哉。丑為甲子旬奇，今臨課首，占官當居一品之尊。貴人廊廟常人得此，猶可散凶。

The first transmission is戌, which is the storage for丙 fire. The final transmission is寅, which is the growth for丙 fire. Moving from storage to growth indicates a transition from confusion to clarity. The matter should be guarded against a renewed occurrence, and illness should be watched for a possible recurrence.寅 harms the巳 on the day stem, and丑 harms the戌 on the day branch. The day and the辰 are in mutual conflict, leaving no room for harmony.丑 is the odd number of the Jiazi cycle, now appearing at the beginning of the four lessons. In a divination about official rank, this suggests a position of the first rank, indicating a nobleman standing in court. For ordinary people, it can also help to dispel bad influences.

斷曰：此卦象火旺太過，有燎原之勢。明事反成暗事，圖謀枉勞不遂。卯生人占之，遇貴登天門，權要無比。猶嫌性太剛躁，須容忍乃無傷也。餘占多虛少實。

This hexagram indicates excessive fire energy, with a tendency towards wild and uncontrollable flames, like a fire spreading out of control. Surface matters may turn into hidden affairs, leading to efforts that are wasted and wishes that are unfulfilled. Those born in the Year of the Rabbit (Mao) will encounter a nobleman ascending to a high position, gaining great authority. However, they should be cautious of their impulsive and overly strong nature, and must learn to be tolerant to avoid harm. For other types of divination, the outcome is mostly empty rather than substantial.

天時：早熱，時有霧及閃電，有雨亦微。田禾：乾旱，低處有收。家宅：防火燭；晝占有奴婢欺主作奸。功名：可得顯名，虛而不實。求財：未遂。婚姻：自相得，不用媒；又云，起天后，終六合，名為泆女格，最忌。胎產：防不育；如係狎邪私孕，反可育。疾病：為熱，為閉結，新病作福，保之可愈廣久病危，即愈亦防再發。遺失：奴婢所偷竊。出行：宜東方，宜從陸，下人投勢利北。行人：干墓臨支發用，若係奴僕幼輩，出旬即到。爭訟：宜得有力調解。征伐：將尊功高，然須慎重，勿食餌兵，方解憂釋難。

Divination for weather: it is already hot in the morning, with mist and lightning, even if it rains, the rain is light. Divination for crops: drought is present, but there is still some harvest in low-lying areas. Divination for the household: beware of fire and candles; if divined during the day, there is a possibility of servants deceiving the master and acting secretly. Divination for official rank: one may gain a prominent reputation, but it is empty and not substantial. Divination for seeking wealth: it will not be fulfilled. Divination for marriage: the man and woman have chosen each other on their own, without the need for a matchmaker; there is another interpretation, which starts with the Heavenly Empress and ends with Liu He, called 'Excessive Woman Pattern,' which is most ominous. Divination for pregnancy: beware of not being able to raise the child; if the pregnancy is from an affair, the child is more likely to survive. Divination for illness: it is a heat condition with constipation, new illnesses can be treated with rituals and prayers, and can be cured, but chronic illnesses are dangerous, even if recovered, there is a risk of recurrence. Divination for lost items: it is stolen by a servant. Divination for travel: it is favorable to go east and by land, and if a servant seeks to join a powerful family, it is favorable to go north. Divination for a traveler: if the day stem's storage is adjacent to the day branch and initiates the transmission, if the traveler is a servant or a younger relative, he will arrive within this ten-day period. Divination for lawsuits: one should seek the help of a powerful person to mediate. Divination for warfare: the general is of high rank and great merit, but still needs to be cautious, not to fall for the enemy's bait, in order to resolve the worries.

畢法云：尊崇傳內遇三奇，先難後易墓先施；干墓並關人宅廢，合中犯煞蜜中砒。袖中金：魁臨支，中傳白虎，為斬關得斷，利於逃亡。觀月經：甲子於甲戌，大吉兩旬奇；萬事皆和合，千災速解離。

The "Bifa Fu" has four lines that apply to this situation: "Respect and honor appear in the three transmissions when encountering the three marvels," meaning that if the three transmissions contain the upper marvel, it indicates a high status; "Difficulties first, then ease, as the tomb god comes out first and the life god follows later," meaning that the tomb god appears first and the life god later, thus difficulties come first and ease follows; "The day stem and tomb are combined with the gate god, causing people and houses to decline," meaning that the day stem's tomb and the gate god are combined, leading to the decline of people and houses; "Harmony contains evil, like砒霜 in honey," meaning that harmony contains evil, like砒霜 in honey. The "Xiu Zhong Jin" says: When Hekui (Xu) is on the day branch and the middle transmission is occupied by the white tiger, this is called "cutting the gate," which allows for decisive action and is favorable for fleeing. The "Guan Jing Xiang" says: In the Jiazi and Jiaxu decades, the great good (Chou) is considered the extraordinary marvel of the decade; obtaining it brings harmony in all matters and quickly resolves all kinds of disasters.

課體：知一，四絕，度厄。課義：彼己災殄，三傳外戰，干支坐墓，事終難辨。

This lesson's "Lesson Pattern" is "Zhi Yi", combined with "Si Jue" and "Du E"; "Si Jue" means all four lessons are in the position of absolute decline. The "Lesson Meaning" consists of four lines, which state that both the other party and oneself are suffering misfortunes; the three transmissions are all heavenly stems being overcome by earthly branches, called "external conflict," indicating discord within and outside; the day stem and day branch are each sitting on a storage position, leading to confusion and obscurity, making it impossible to clearly distinguish right from wrong.

解曰：干遭水克，支受金傷，己與彼俱災也。三傳皆地盤受克，為外戰不和之象，且遞克至於干神，須防人來凌己。巳坐戌上，寅坐未上，則為自臨墓庫，甘於昏晦，是非何辨。干上旬首，支上旬尾，初傳生末傳以生干，而支神生干神以發用，是謂引鬼為生，順正無咎，妄求有悔。

The day stem is being overcome by water, and the day branch is harmed by metal, so both the self and the other party suffer misfortune. All three transmissions are instances where the heavenly plate spirits are overcome by the earthly plate, indicating an ill omen of external conflict; furthermore, the transmissions successively overcome the spirit on top of the day stem, so one should beware of being bullied by others. The snake (si) is sitting on the dog (xu), and the tiger (yin) is sitting on the sheep (wei), which means the self is entering a storage place, willingly remaining in darkness, where right and wrong cannot be distinguished. The day stem is at the beginning of the ten-day cycle, and the day branch is at the end. The first transmission generates the final transmission, which in turn generates the day stem, and the spirit of the day branch generates the spirit of the day stem, from which the transmission originates. This is called "inviting a ghost to be a benefactor": following the proper path has no fault, but if one is greedy and acts improperly, regret will follow.

斷曰：知一之卦，求官見貴吉，但驚疑不定，人情失和。所喜辰為干奇支儀，臨干支陰。子為旬儀，臨於干上，能轉禍為福，化難成恩也。

The hexagram "Zhi Yi" indicates that seeking official positions and consulting important people is favorable. However, there is inner anxiety and uncertainty, and there is disharmony among people. Fortunately, the term "Chen" serves both as the day stem's ten-day cycle odd number and the day branch's ten-day cycle ritual, and it is precisely located on the hidden spirit of the day stem and day branch. The term "Zi" is the ten-day cycle ritual and is located above the day stem. These factors can transform misfortune into good fortune and turn difficulties into blessings.

天時：多雨少晴。家宅：人宅俱坐墓，必近有墳堂廟宇；酉加寅，主尊長有災。科名：可獲高第。婚姻：夫婦和合，恐家中尊卑不喜。求財：大有得，恐因財生惱。疾病：幼者不吉，祟驚宜禳，老年人雖病易痊。投謁：主賓集會猝然，有闇昧之驚。失脫：或是金物，或墜水中，宜尋。出行：宜緩。行人：遲至。爭訟：事起同類，宜和。兵戰：主將坐謀，當以奇兵遠出取勝。仕宦：防被臺省參劾。

Divination on weather indicates frequent rain and little sunshine. Divination on the household suggests that both people and the house are in the墓 position, with nearby graves or temples. The酉 is on the寅, indicating that the family's elders may suffer misfortune. Divination on exams suggests success in high rankings. Divination on marriage indicates harmony between husband and wife, but beware that both elders and younger generations may be unhappy. Divination on seeking wealth suggests great gains, but beware of disputes arising from wealth. Divination on illness indicates that children are not auspicious, likely due to supernatural disturbances or fright, which should be appeased. Elderly people, although sick, will recover easily. Divination on visiting suggests that host and guest will suddenly meet, leading to an unexpected fright. Divination on losing things suggests that the lost item may be metal or dropped into water, worth searching for. Divination on travel suggests slow movement is advisable. Divination on a traveler's arrival suggests a late arrival. Divination on legal disputes suggests the matter arises from peers or similar people, and reconciliation is advisable. Divination on military matters suggests the general is in command and planning, and should send a surprise force to win. Divination on career prospects suggests caution against being impeached by the censors or examination departments.

畢法云：一旬周遍始終宜，人宅坐墓甘招晦，支干全傷防兩損。觀月經：三上來臨下，小者必低蕤(鬼發初傳，而中子孫，末父母，小口不利)。袖中金：六甲旬首見於初傳，是為儀神發用。末傳得吉將，始終喜慶之卦也。

The Three Laws of the "Bi Fa Fu" apply to this situation: "Within a ten-day cycle, the beginning and end are both present," meaning both the start and the end of the cycle are included in the divination; "Both person and dwelling sit on a墓 (mound), which invites darkness and obscurity," indicating that both the person and their dwelling are in a state of decline, leading to a gloomy situation; "Both the day stem and day branch are harmed, causing damage at both ends," meaning both the day stem and day branch are injured, resulting in losses on both sides. The "Guan Jing Xing" states: the upper three elements press down upon the lower ones, and the smaller end will inevitably be oppressed and unable to rise—officials and ghosts appear in the first transmission, the second is descendants, and the third is parents, which is unfavorable for children. The "Xiu Zhong Jin" says: when the beginning of the six-jia cycle appears in the first transmission, this is called "Yi Shen Fa Yong"; if the final transmission is also accompanied by a favorable general, then the entire divination is auspicious from beginning to end.

課體：無依，元胎，比用，察微。課義：交互雖密，合之卻益，德祿鬼財，並無實跡。

This lesson's "Lesson Pattern" is "No Dependence," combined with "Original Fetus," "Comparison and Use," and "Observation of Subtleties." "No Dependence" is another name for "Reverse Chant," where the heavenly and earthly deities exchange positions, leaving nothing to rely on. The four lines of "Lesson Meaning" explain that the four lessons interact in pairs, and the six harmonies intersect, appearing closely entangled. However, truly harmonious results may still be beneficial. Yet, the moral deity, official deity, official ghost, and wealth lines come and go without settling down.

解曰：四課兩互，六合相交，有德應之，成事卻有益也。德祿鬼財，往來不定，吉凶皆不足言也。鬼陷空亡，不能為害，惟鬼加日辰三傳，而年命無制伏者凶。

The four lessons interact in pairs, and the Liu He also connect in the middle. Then the virtue god comes to respond, so if things are really accomplished, there may be some benefit. However, the virtue god, the禄 god, the official ghost, and the wealth爻 move around unpredictably; whether good or bad, it's hard to judge. If the official ghost is in the empty亡, it can't harm people. Only when the official ghost is combined with the day branch or the three transmissions, and the original birth year lacks a god to restrain it, does it become harmful.

斷曰：此無依之課，十二神各易本位，無所憑藉。來者思去，去者復來。況干上陽神陰神俱值空亡，凡動無益。但當鎮之以靜，行之以禮。三四九十月，得此稍吉，吉中終藏凶象。

This is a "no support" divination, where the twelve spirits have each moved to the opposite positions, leaving nothing to rely on. Those who wish to leave are unable to, while those who return find themselves unable to stay. Moreover, both the yang and yin spirits of the day stem have fallen into kongwang, meaning any action taken will bring no benefit. At this time, one should only remain calm to stabilize the situation and handle affairs with propriety. Those who divinate in the third, fourth, ninth, and tenth months may find this slightly better, but good fortune still hides a dangerous omen.

天時：晴雨不常。仕宦：防遭彈劾，若上書獻策，或受斥責。家宅：主移徙改造，又居左右近通衢。婚姻：兩家有是非，媒妁奔走。胎產：防墮。求財：得而復失，亦多爭端。疾病：寒熱往來，鬼空可即愈，亦防復發。失盜：賊難獲。出行：近行即反，遠行正五九月不利。行人：於路不安，或有阻隔。爭訟：變詐百出，多費解釋則易。兵戰：宜休甲息馬。

Divination about the weather shows that whether it is sunny or rainy has no constant pattern. Divination about official career suggests caution against being impeached; if one submits strategies, it may even lead to being reprimanded. Divination about the family home mainly indicates moving or renovating, with the residence near a major road. Divination about marriage shows disputes between the two families, with the matchmaker running back and forth. Divination about pregnancy warns against miscarriage. Divination about seeking wealth indicates gaining and then losing, along with disputes. Divination about illness shows alternating cold and heat; if the official ghost falls empty, recovery can be quick, but one should still beware of recurrence. Divination about loss or theft suggests the thief is hard to catch. Divination about travel indicates going somewhere nearby but returning, while long-distance travel is unfavorable in the first, fifth, and ninth months. Divination about a traveler shows instability on the way or encountering obstacles. Divination about legal disputes suggests the other party is cunning and changeable; if one spends more effort in explanation and communication, the matter can be resolved easily. Divination about military matters suggests it is favorable to put down weapons, rest, and remain inactive.

畢法云：支干值絕凡謀決，鬼乘天乙乃神祇，支干全傷防兩損，彼此猜忌害相隨。心鏡云：無依是反吟，逃者遠追尋；合者應分散，安巢別改林；守官須易位，結友也分襟。袖中金云：刑沖破害，事帶兩端。指要云：天地乖隔，南北相違之象。動則宜，靜則擾，主兩事，用神旺相始宜。又云：反覆不定，病主兩症。一名結絕格，若占得晝貴，尤宜告諸貴人結絕凶事。

The Four Books say: "When the branches and stems are at their extremes, all plans should be decisively concluded." Both the heavenly stems and earthly branches are at their extremes, so any plan should be decisively ended. "When the official ghost is riding the nobleman, it is a divine disturbance." The official ghost is riding the nobleman, indicating supernatural interference. "When both the branches and stems are completely injured, beware of mutual loss." Both the person and the dwelling are harmed. "When there is mutual suspicion, harm follows." There is mutual suspicion between the two parties. The Six Yin Mirror says: "Without support is reverse chant; the person who has fled should be pursued far away." When the positions are in perfect harmony, they should be separated; even a peaceful nest should be moved to another forest. Officials should be transferred, and friends should part ways. The Golden Treasure in the Sleeve says: "When punishment, clash, destruction, and harm are all present, matters always involve two sides." The Essentials say: "This is an image of heaven and earth being separated and blocked, with north and south opposing each other. When action is taken, it is suitable; when still, it is disturbed. This indicates two matters, which require the useful god to be prosperous and strong." It also says: "Uncertainty and instability, when predicting illness, indicates two concurrent diseases." This lesson is also called the "Conclusion at Extremes Pattern." If the day's nobleman is present, it is most suitable to report the bad matter to the nobleman for resolution.

課體：比用，乘軒，鑄印，察微。課義：兩蛇夾墓，家遭咒詛，熟視三傳，略無好處。

This lesson's "Lesson Pattern" is "Comparison and Use," combined with "Multiplying the Chariot," "Casting the Seal," and "Observing the Subtle." The four sentences of "Lesson Meaning" state that the spirit of the tomb is squeezed between two Teng Snakes, called "Two Snakes Surrounding the Tomb"; there is someone in the family who is cursed and slandered; when examining the three transmissions carefully, there is not a single good point to be found.

解曰：墓來覆於而兩蛇夾之，晦而且凶也。天空加巳，主奴婢於灶卜咒詛家長，或灶有損破。三傳課燈空脫，何好處之有。天空乘巳被克，方可言灶破，遇戌墓方可言奴婢咒詛。

The Tomb Spirit is covering the day stem, and in front and behind it is enclosed by two Teng Snakes, which makes the situation both obscure and dangerous. The Tian Kong is on巳, indicating that servants are cursing the head of the household at the stove, or the stove itself is broken. The three transmissions and four lessons are either empty or disconnected, so there is no benefit at all. Note that the stove being broken can only be determined if Tian Kong is on巳 and is being overcome. The servants' curses can only be determined if the Wu (戌)Tomb Spirit is encountered.

斷曰：此卦宅暗人昏，善惡混處，詐變不一。幸傳入空亡，不過虛驚而已。求官見貴，搖搖不定。須寧心忍耐，見怪不怪。廣積陰德，暗中自得神明之佑，久而凶消吉至。

This hexagram indicates a dark dwelling and confused people, with good and bad mixed together, and constant deceit and disturbances. Fortunately, the three transmissions fall into kongwang, which is just a false alarm. Seeking official positions or visiting important people is uncertain. At this time, one should calm down and be patient, and when encountering strange events, treat them as if they were not strange. Accumulate some yin virtue, and secretly receive the protection of the divine. Over time, the凶 will dissipate and good will come.

天時：陰晦霾霧，久得清明。家宅：奴婢咒詛，灶自破壞；又主宅近廟墓，窗戶幽暗。婚姻：夫婦和合，家道有成。胎產：是女，恐臨盆不育。功名：蹭蹬未遂。求財：得而復失。交易：和合而未成。投謁：虛費跋涉。疾病：主上逆嘔吐，宜服丸方。逃亡：自歸。捕捉：難獲。出行：不得抽身。行人：即至。爭訟：多詐。墳葬：兆吉，宜子孫，可發貴。

Divination on weather: the sky is gloomy and dark, with haze everywhere, and it will take a long time before it clears up. Divination on the household: the servants are secretly cursing, the stove is broken without reason; also indicating that the house is near a temple or graveyard, and the windows are dim. Divination on marriage: husband and wife are harmonious, and the family business will be successful. Divination on pregnancy: it is a girl, but there is fear that she may not survive at birth. Divination on official rank: the path is difficult and not smooth, and the wish will not be fulfilled. Divination on seeking wealth: you gain it but then lose it. Divination on trade: you can agree but cannot complete the deal. Divination on visiting officials: you go in vain. Divination on illness: there is upward qi reversal and vomiting; take pills. Divination on escape: the person will return by themselves. Divination on hunting: it is difficult to catch. Divination on travel: you cannot leave. Divination on a traveler: he will arrive soon. Divination on lawsuits: the other party uses many tricks. Divination on burial: the omen is favorable, beneficial to descendants, and can bring wealth.

畢法云：兩蛇夾墓凶難免，支干乘墓自昏迷。課經云：墓覆日辰，人宅昏沉，如在雲霧中行，凡占皆不亨快。古鑑：戊申六月丙寅，未加寅占身位。支干帶墓鬼發傳，傳歸日上。六月死神在戌，兩蛇夾之，帶迷惑煞，主伏尸為殃。鬼入宅陰，歸於日上，漸次侵人。中傳雖有生氣，受死氣之克化鬼，戌年戌月未時死矣，後皆應。先因造宅築基，掘去古墳十餘也。

The "Bifa Fu" has two lines that apply to this situation: "Two Teng Snakes enclosing the tomb are unavoidable for misfortune," meaning that the tomb spirit is caught between two Teng Snakes, and misfortune cannot be avoided; "The heavenly stem and earthly branch both ride the tomb, causing confusion and daze," meaning that both the day stem and day branch are associated with the tomb, leading to confusion and dullness in both the person and the dwelling. The "Ke Jing" says that when the tomb spirit covers the day branch, both the person and the dwelling become dull and confused, like walking through fog, and all divinations are unsatisfactory. The "Gu Jian" records a case: on the day of Bingyin in the sixth month of the year Wushen, the earth branch was placed on the寅, and the divination was about the person's fate. Both the day stem and day branch carried the tomb ghost and transmitted the three transmissions, which eventually returned to the day stem. The dead spirit of the sixth month was in the戌, and it was enclosed by two Teng Snakes in front and behind, accompanied by a confusing evil spirit. It was concluded that there was a corpse causing trouble. The official ghost entered the yao of the dwelling's hidden spirit and returned to the day stem, gradually invading the person's body. Although the middle transmission had life energy, it was overcome by death energy and transformed into a ghost, so it was predicted that the person would die at the hour of Wei in the year and month of Xu. Later, the prediction was fully verified. Upon investigation, it was found that when the house was built and the foundation was dug, more than ten ancient tombs were dug up.

課體：重審，從革，地網，龍德。課義：守死賠錢，夜將助焉，所得一貫，家費萬千。

"Lesson Pattern" refers to the type of structure to which the current divination belongs. This lesson belongs to "Chong Shen" (Rechecking) - a pattern where the lower god in the four lessons is defeated by the upper god, and on a yang day, the yang god defeats the initiating transmission. It is also combined with "Cong Ge" (Metal Transformation), as the three transmissions form a metal pattern, taking the meaning from the "Book of Documents · Hong Fan" that "Metal is called Cong Ge." It is also combined with "Di Wang" (Earth Net), as the gods on the earth plate are like a net covering the body, restricting movement everywhere. It is also combined with "Long De" (Azure Dragon Virtue), as the Azure Dragon and the virtue god are both present. "Lesson Meaning" is a four-character rhyming phrase summarizing the fortune and misfortune of the lesson. Here it states: sticking to one's position without moving will only lead to loss, and the heavenly general used in the night lesson comes to assist and consume, resulting in income of only one coin, while household expenses amount to thousands.

解曰：酉雖為丙之財，而丙火死於酉，況夜將皆土，脫干之氣，為耗無窮。三傳雖會成財局，難供宅上午火之費，是所人者一貫，而所出者萬千也。

"The explanation says" refers to a sentence-by-sentence interpretation of the divination meaning. The metal of the酉 is overcome by the fire of 丙, which is originally the wealth trigram for a day stem of 丙. However, the fire of 丙 is in the twelve stages of growth and dies in the酉, so the wealth is obtained but the self is first cut off from life qi. Moreover, the heavenly generals used in the divination during the night all belong to earth, which is nourished by fire, and thus consumes the original qi of the day stem, leading to an endless depletion. Although the three transmissions may form a metal trinity and fill the entire chart with wealth, they cannot cover the expenditure represented by the day branch's 午 fire, which symbolizes the expenses of the residence. Therefore, what comes in is only one coin, but what goes out is countless. The original text's "所人者" has the character "人" which is a mistake for "入" in the printed edition; here, we retain the original version.

斷曰：此卦合中有破，笑中有刃，先天後革，變金成鐵。事防再舉，病防再發。大忌命上乘水，乃為自招其殃。求官見貴，多不喜悅。凡百謀為，成而有變。惟文明之象，足以應之。可得去舊生新，以合從革之義。

"The 'Cutting Judgment' refers to an overall assessment of the entire chart. This divination seems to show triple harmony with affection, but secretly it hides signs of damage; on the surface, it appears friendly and welcoming, but behind the scenes, there is already a hidden blade. According to the earlier heaven's image, it was originally metal, but later encountered fire and underwent change, causing the metal to be melted into iron, turning good material into inferior goods. Therefore, one should be cautious of things happening again, and also be careful of diseases recurring. Most to be avoided is when the personal destiny is riding upon the water deity, which is equivalent to inviting misfortune oneself. When seeking official positions or meeting noblemen, one is likely to receive little favor. All plans may be successfully carried out, but after they are completed, changes are certain to occur. Only the path of scholarship and literary talent, where one excels in literary ability, corresponds with this divination; it can achieve renewal and transformation, which perfectly aligns with the original meaning of 'from metal.'"

天時：多晴少雨。家宅：人口不寧，兄弟不和。婚姻：合中有破。胎產：午加寅，主正妻有孕。科名：文字改變從新，可得高捷。求財：得少去多，且有口舌。

Divination by categories of events: Weather: There will be many clear days and few rainy days. Residence: The household population is not peaceful, and brothers are not harmonious. Marriage: It seems compatible, but there is a breaking element within the compatibility, and eventually something will go wrong. Pregnancy: The fire of午 is placed on the wood of寅, wood and fire mutually generate, indicating the wife in the main household is already pregnant. Examinations: The article must be completely rewritten and completely changed, and after the revision, there is hope of success. Seeking wealth: What comes in is little and what goes out is much, and there will be disputes over money.

疾病：隔塞中風，或禁口痢，或傷筋骨，皆有凶象。失脫：有見賊人，卻不肯說。出行：不利西南，防破財。行人：書信浮沉，盤費不繼。爭訟：不得伸理，須防人暗害。兵戰：宜偃旗息鼓，屯積糧草。

Disease: The illness is mostly characterized by chest obstruction, stroke, or dysentery with inability to eat, inability to eat, or injury to the sinews and bones, all showing ominous signs. Lost items: Someone has seen the thief but does not want to speak out. Travel: Going to the southwest is unfavorable, beware of financial loss. Waiting for a traveler: Messages come and go irregularly, news is uncertain, and even the expenses for travel are not supported. Litigation: Appeals will not be heard, and one must also be cautious of the other party's secret harm. Military: It is advisable to lower the banners, stop the drums, and hold back the troops, first storing sufficient provisions before making any plans.

畢法云：兩貴受克難干貴，傳財太旺反財虧；賓主不投刑在上，合中犯煞蜜中砒。袖中金云：旬尾加旬首為閉口，凡占多主秘密，不能測其機關，告貴不允，枉獄不伸。觀月經云：一下賊其上，順行憂淺，逆行憂深。入墓有害，傳生可避。

The "Bi Fa Fu" says: If both the "Zhou Gui" (the heavenly stem for the nobleman used in daytime divination) and the "Ye Gui" (the heavenly stem for the nobleman used in nighttime divination) are afflicted, it is difficult to rely on the nobleman to accomplish matters. If the wealth hexagram is extremely strong in the three transmissions, it will result in loss in wealth. When the guest and host do not get along, it is because the punishment falls on the upper god. If an Inauspicious Sha (evil spirit) is present in the triple harmony, it is like adding arsenic to honey. The "Xiu Zhong Jin" says: When the god at the end of a ten-day period is added to the god at the beginning of the same ten-day period, it is called "Bi Kou" (closed mouth). In such cases, when divining, the matter is usually secret and hard to understand, and when reporting to the nobleman, it is unlikely to be approved, and wrongful cases are difficult to clear. The "Guan Jing Xue" says: When there is only one lower god that is afflicted by the upper god, if the nobleman moves in the correct direction, the worries are shallow, but if the nobleman moves in the opposite direction, the worries are deep. If the useful god is buried, there will be obstacles, but if the three transmissions mutually generate, they can avoid difficulties.

課體：重審，進退，不備。課義：遞相薦引，夜無憑準，屈尊就卑，所謀和允。

This lesson's "Lesson Pattern" is "Re-examination," combined with "Advance and Retreat" — the three transmissions advance and retreat without a fixed direction; it is also combined with "Incompleteness" — the "Four Lessons" (formed by the day stem, day branch, and their upper deities) lack yin and yang completeness, missing one element. The "Lesson Meaning" states in four characters: the three transmissions turn and generate each other, indicating a mutual recommendation and introduction; however, since the heavenly general for night divination is uncertain, the desired outcome is difficult to achieve; as long as one is willing to humble oneself and approach with respect, the matter will proceed smoothly and be approved.

解曰：三傳遞生，必有薦引之喜。但中末空陷，未免徒有其名。夜將凶多，尤虞阻滯，其無憑準宜矣。干就支生，占者凡事心存謙抑，則所謀可成，所求可允。

The Three Transmissions (San Chuan), consisting of the initial, middle, and final spirits selected from the Four Lessons (Si Ke), form the main framework for divination. One generates the next, in a continuous cycle of mutual generation, indicating favorable events involving recommendations and support. Unfortunately, both the Middle Transmission and the Final Transmission fall into "Kongwang" (empty void), meaning they are in the empty place not covered in the current ten-day cycle. Thus, there is only a name without real benefit. The Inauspicious Spirit (malevolent spirits) dwelling in the Heavenly Generals (Tian Jiang) during the night are numerous, leading to concerns about obstacles along the way. Therefore, it is natural to say it lacks certainty. The Day Stem (Ri Gan) then seeks support from the Day Branch (Ri Zhi) for survival. The diviner should approach all matters with a modest and retiring attitude, and whatever plans are made will succeed, and whatever requests are made will be granted.

斷曰：此卦重審元胎，干乘支馬，支乘干祿，富貴兆也。申為財，加巳為用。中傳官鬼，三傳遞生日干。晝占六合為用，貴人登天門，主謀為利祿，人財納官，或得上人薦舉，終履高位。夜占財被蛇傷，況遁出壬癸，中末空亡，恐因貪召禍。

This lesson is "Re-examination" with "Original Womb" — all three transmissions are the four young gods of寅, 申, 巳, and 亥, resembling the image of a fetus beginning to form. The day stem is riding the post-horse of the day branch, and the day branch is riding the禄神 of the day stem, indicating a sign of wealth and honor. The metal of 申 is the wealth for the day of 丙, placed on 巳 to form the first transmission; the middle transmission is the official ghost that controls the body; the third transmission turns to generate back to the day stem. In daytime divination, the "Liu He" (mainly for marriage, trade, and harmony) is the useful god. The nobleman also ascends to the亥 position, the heavenly gate, indicating the pursuit of fame, profit, and salary. One may be able to purchase an official position with money or receive recommendation from a superior, eventually attaining a high position. In nighttime divination, the wealth爻 is harmed by the "Teng Snake" (mainly for fear and strange omens), and the hidden stem escapes to the water of 壬 and 癸 to attack the fire of 丙. The middle and final transmissions are both empty, likely causing trouble due to greed.

天時：多小雨，有電。家宅：多隙地，有藩籬，人口安吉。婚姻：先刑後合，媒妁玉成。胎產：是男，易產，天后落空，恐或不育。功名：晝占得京職，須有囑託；夜占有悔。求財：有關節貨賂。

Weather: There will be frequent light rain accompanied by lightning. Residence: There is a lot of open space around the house, and it is surrounded by a fence; the family is safe and prosperous. Marriage: At first there may be conflicts, but eventually they will reconcile, thanks to the mediation of a matchmaker. Pregnancy and childbirth: The child is a boy, and the delivery will be smooth; however, the 'Heavenly Empress' (which governs women, childbirth, and private matters) falls into Kongwang, which may indicate difficulty in raising the child. Career: A daytime divination suggests the possibility of obtaining a position in the capital, but it requires someone to mediate; a nighttime divination suggests regret after the fact. Wealth: Wealth comes through connections and bribery.

疾病：從色孟得之，支生干，可愈。失脫：晝占不尋自來，夜占不可獲。出行：從西繞北，至東大吉，夜占路中防失財物。行人：若係幼輩即到。爭訟：須用財賄關節，夜占不勝。兵戰：宜設備，利為主。

Disease: Disease comes from sexual activities and desires (the character "孟" in the original text "色孟" is a mistake for "欲" in the printed version, and this character appears frequently in this book); if the day branch generates the day stem, the illness can be cured. Lost items: If the divination is cast in the daytime, there is no need to search for the lost item, as it will return on its own; if the divination is cast at night, the item cannot be found. Travel: First go west, then turn north, and finally turn east for great fortune; if the divination is cast at night, be cautious of losing belongings on the way. Waiting for a traveler: If it is a younger person, they will arrive immediately. Litigation: It is necessary to spend money on bribes and to smooth things over; if the divination is cast at night, the case cannot be won. Military action: One should first make proper preparations, and it is favorable for the commanding side.

畢法云：權攝不正祿臨支，三傳遞生人薦舉，日辰祿馬財官動，富貴干支逢祿馬，用破身心無所歸。袖中金云：申加巳，名生胎，為憂課，主事生新，心憂身喜。課經云：三傳遞生，日辰生旺，主人亨利，時運開通，故名亨通。若值空亡破刑，凡事亦難就矣。

The *Bifa Fu* says: When the day stem's禄神 is located in the day branch, it indicates a situation where someone is acting on behalf of another, and the status is not properly established; when the three transmissions generate each other in sequence, it suggests that someone will recommend another; when the禄神,驿马,财爻, and官爻 all become active on the day stem and day branch, this is considered a prosperous and wealthy course, as the heavenly stem and earthly branch meet the禄 and驿马. However, if the useful god is broken, the mind and body will have nowhere to rest. The *Xiu Zhong Jin* says: When申 is placed on巳, it is called "birth and nurturing," which is a worrying course, indicating that things must start from the beginning, and a new beginning is needed, with worry in the heart but joy in the body. The *Ke Jing* says: When the three transmissions generate each other in sequence, and the day stem and day branch are in a place of growth and strength, it means that affairs will be smooth and beneficial, and the time is favorable, so it is called "smooth and prosperous." However, if it encounters Kongwang,破, or刑, then nothing can be accomplished.

課體：重審，間傳，斬關，勵德。課義：壬申乘馬，見財難舍，得來何用，添修屋瓦。

This divination lesson has the "Lesson Pattern" of "Re-examination," combined with "Intermittent Transmission" — the three transmissions alternate by skipping one position, such as proceeding from Chen to Wu to Shen; and "Cutting the Gate" — like breaking through a barrier, indicating a forceful overcoming of obstacles; and "Encouraging Virtue" — a sign of self-discipline and moral cultivation. The "Lesson Meaning" is expressed in four-character phrases: The hidden heavenly stem壬 (Ren) is associated with the metal of Shen, arriving with the Post-horse, indicating that there is wealth in sight that is hard to part with; however, obtaining it is of no real use, as it is merely spent on repairing the roof and tiles.

解曰：申財遁為壬鬼剋日，如此得財，可謂從危險中出矣。既在眼前，誰能舍之。然丙得申財，旋為支上辰土脫去，支為宅舍，非添修屋瓦而何。

Shen metal is originally the wealth for Bing fire, but its 'hidden ghost'—the heavenly stem revealed in the sixty-jiazi cycle that becomes a ghost that harms the self—is Ren water, which directly overcomes Bing fire. This kind of wealth is obtained from danger. If the wealth is already before one's eyes, who would be willing to let it go? However, when Bing fire obtains the wealth of Shen metal, it is quickly drained away by the Chen earth in the day branch; the day branch represents the house, so the wealth being consumed by the house is nothing but the cost of repairing the roof and tiles.

斷曰：此卦辰午申三傳，名為登三天。惟利君子，不利小人。貴者將遷，下吏罷退，庶人居宅不安。又主進中有退，凡事必費力而成。人有私謀暗禱，喜逢此占。

This lesson's Three Transmissions are Chen, Wu, and Shen, ascending in order with each one separated by a position. This is called "ascending to the Three Heavens." It benefits the virtuous but not the petty. The powerful will be promoted, while low-ranking officials will be dismissed, and common people will find their homes unsettled. It also indicates progress accompanied by retreat, and all affairs will require great effort to accomplish. If there are hidden plans not easily expressed or secret prayers made, this lesson is most favorable.

天時：雨遲不大，旋霽有晚霞。家宅：費修理，宜開西方門。婚姻：不宜。胎產：應得女，易產，有虛驚。功名：正途得超擢，異路防蹉跌。求財：費力，得不償失。

Weather: The rain came late and did not fall heavily, then cleared up quickly, with evening clouds and sunset colors. Residence: There will be expenses for repairs, and it is suitable to open the door to the west. Marriage: Not suitable. Childbirth: A girl is expected, the delivery will be easy, but there will be a moment of worry in the middle. Official rank: Those who gained their positions through the imperial examination system will be promoted beyond normal expectations, while those who entered through other means such as donations or recommendations should beware of setbacks. Seeking wealth: It will be very laborious, and the gains will not be worth the effort.

疾病：見凶，宅神為祟。捕捉：賊匿私門難緝，或遠去不可追蹤。出行：利速行，宜西方。行人：將到，於關津處為軒蓋所阻。爭訟：須越訴省部得伸，又兩造勢卑者遭譴。兵戰：宜暗設伏兵，晝占不利，夜占大勝。

Disease: There is ainauspicious sign, indicating that the spirit of the house is causing trouble. Search for a fugitive: The thief has hidden in a private house and is difficult to capture, or has already fled far away and cannot be traced. Travel: It is suitable to move quickly, and the direction should be taken as west. Waiting for a traveler: The person is about to arrive, but is blocked by the official's carriage at a checkpoint and ferry. Litigation: It is necessary to appeal directly to the provincial or ministerial level to seek justice; and among the plaintiff and defendant, the weaker party will be punished. Military action: It is suitable to secretly deploy troops, and it is not favorable to start a military operation during the day, but victory is great at night.

畢法云：晝夜貴加求兩貴，罡塞鬼戶任謀為；龍加生氣吉遲遲，鬼乘天乙乃神祇。袖中金云：天罡臨支發用，傳有白虎，為斬關得斷，更帶血支羊刃，必傷人而走。指南載：戊寅三月丙寅日，戌加申占請告。決其不允，更主升遷。蓋因官登三天，傳將進引，又龍神乘相氣，太歲加行年，而生青龍日干也。後果屢疏不允，旋歷顯任。

The "Bifa Fu" says: When both the daytime nobleman and the nighttime nobleman are added upon the same position, seeking help from others requires contacting two places at the same time; when the Tiangang (Chen) and the earth of the hour (Chen) block the ghost gate, evil spirits cannot enter, and one can proceed freely; when the Azure Dragon is placed on the life qi of the month, it is auspicious but comes slowly; when the ghost hexagram is riding on the heavenly general and nobleman, it is a supernatural occurrence rather than a human disaster. The "Xiu Zhong Jin" says: When the Tiangang (Chen) and the earth of the hour (Chen) are on the day branch and initiate the first transmission, and there is also the White Tiger in the three transmissions, this is an image of "cutting the gate" and being decisive; if it is further accompanied by the blood branch and the Yangren (sheep's blade), two Inauspicious Sha, it is certain that someone will be injured and then escape. The "Liu Ren Zhi Nan" records: On a Bingyin day in the third month of the Wuyin year, when Wu is placed on Shen, someone consulted about whether he could be granted leave to return home, and the divination concluded that it would not be approved, but rather indicated promotion. The reason was that the official hexagram was on the "three days" position, the three transmissions had the heavenly general advancing step by step, the Azure Dragon was riding on the current phase qi, and the sovereign year was placed on the personal year, and then returned to the day stem's Azure Dragon. Later, he indeed submitted petitions repeatedly but was not approved, and then successively held important positions.

課體：重審，進茹，六化，齟齬。課義：第四課用，末與日共，格號朝元，百發百中。

This divination case has a "Lesson Pattern" of "Chong Shen" (Re-examination), combined with "Jin Ru" (Progressive Growth) — the three transmissions follow a progressive sequence, like pulling up a bundle of reeds in sections; it also includes "Liu Hua" (Six Transformations) — the Liu He (Six Harmonies) transform into qi; and "Ju Wu" (Dissonance) — the upper and lower parts are uneven and cannot align. The "Lesson Meaning" is expressed in four-character phrases: take the deity of the fourth lesson as the initiating transmission, and the final transmission returns to the day stem, forming a pattern called "Chao Yuan" (Returning to the Origin). This configuration ensures accurate predictions with certainty.

解曰：支陰發用，末傳又歸干上，乃朝元格也。事有終始，發無不中。干支皆乘旺神，事可坐謀而得。又第四課發用，課名驀越，事出驀越而成，又為過去之事。課用年命空亡，或為人代占。

The Yin spirit of the day branch initiates the first transmission, and the final transmission returns to the day stem. This is called the "returning to the origin" pattern — things have a beginning and an end, and the divination will certainly come true. Both the day stem and day branch are occupied by the flourishing spirit of the current season, meaning that the matter can be successfully handled with ease without much effort. Additionally, taking the initiating transmission from the fourth lesson, which is called "sudden crossing," indicates that the matter is accomplished suddenly, or that the divination relates to an old matter that has already occurred. If the heavenly stem of the year, the year of birth, or the person's own birth stem falls into Kongwang, it is likely that the divination is for someone else.

斷曰：此卦乃朝日格。晝占青龍在末傳，夜占青龍在初傳。事主成合，不求自至，無心中得。但傳進貴逆，事雖順速，境有遲阻。遇空亡，反可消災避禍也。

This lesson is of the "Morning Sun" pattern. When casting the divination during the day, the Azure Dragon falls in the final transmission; when casting at night, it falls in the first transmission. The main indication is that matters will be accomplished smoothly and harmoniously, without needing to seek actively, as they often come about unintentionally. However, the three transmissions proceed in order while the Nobleman moves in reverse, creating a contradiction. Although the matter proceeds smoothly and quickly, there may still be delays and obstacles along the way. If the Kongwang is encountered, it can instead be used to mitigate disasters and avoid misfortune.

天時：時旱多晴，時澇多雨。家宅：宅旺人強，不宜興作改造。婚姻：另議。胎產：是女，若已四胎後，當連得男矣。科名：得熟題佳作，可望連飛，但喜中逢破，須防貼出磨勘之類。求財：或自至，有心求之不得。

Weather: In dry seasons there is more clear weather, and in wet seasons there is more rain, following the seasonal changes. Residence: The residence has strong vitality and strong family members, but it is not suitable for large-scale construction or renovation. Marriage: This matter should be discussed separately. Pregnancy: The fetus is a girl; if four children have already been born, the following children will be boys. Examinations: One may encounter familiar questions and write good essays, thus expecting to pass the exams successfully; however, there is a mix of joy and disruption, so one should be cautious of setbacks such as being excluded from the list or facing re-examination and scrutiny. Seeking wealth: Wealth may come to one's door on its own, but if one actively seeks it, it may not be obtained.

疾病：淹纏不傷身，忌輕換醫藥。逃亡：雖遠，不緝自歸。出行：宜多約伴，主速歸。行人：占日已啟行。爭訟：牽連未結。兵戰：晝占防有敵急攻急圍，夜占必勝，終歸降順。

Disease: The illness is prolonged and persistent but does not endanger life; one must avoid changing doctors or prescriptions carelessly. Flight: Although the person may have fled far away, there is no need to pursue him, for he will return by himself. Travel: One should invite several companions, as the main person will go and return soon. Waiting for a traveler: The person has already set out on this day. Lawsuit: Many people are involved, and the case cannot be resolved quickly. Military action: If the divination is cast during the day, one should be cautious of sudden enemy attacks and encirclements; if cast at night, victory is certain, and the enemy will eventually surrender.

畢法云：所謀多拙遭羅網，互旺皆旺坐謀宜。課經云：丑加子為腹胎格，蓋子為日胎，丑為腹也，值此來意必占妻孕。又云：主客、父子、夫婦皆極興旺，不利謀動，惟宜坐待；或已遭喪失，孟復舊業，得此極佳。倘外求遠動，則變為羅網，纏繞身宅，反為災禍。訂訛云：連珠課，主吉凶重疊不已，進連珠事順。

The "Bifa Fu" says: The matters one is planning are mostly clumsy and fail, instead leading oneself into a trap; when both the heavenly stems and earthly branches are in their strong positions, it is most suitable to plan while sitting still. The "Ke Jing" says: When the earthly branch "Chou" is placed on top of "Zi," it is called the "Futai" pattern, because "Zi" is the nurturing position of the day stem, and "Chou" represents the abdomen. When this pattern occurs, the person's intention is certainly to inquire about whether his wife is pregnant. It also says: When the ruler and guest, father and son, husband and wife are all extremely strong, it is unfavorable to plan actions, and one should only sit still and wait. If one has already suffered loss and wishes to restore his former business (the original text "Meng fu jiuye" has "Meng" as a mistake for "yu"), receiving this lesson is very good. However, if one seeks outside, travels far, or acts recklessly, the strong position will turn into a trap, entangling oneself and the home, leading to misfortune. The "Ke Jing Ding'uo" says: A connected pattern indicates repeated good and bad fortune. If the connected pattern proceeds in the correct direction, the matter will be smooth.

課體：伏吟，三交，龍戰，奇化。課義：三重卯丁，子水居中，動用非細，鬼賊須逢。

This lesson's "Lesson Pattern" is "Hidden Chant" — the Heaven Plate and Earth Plate are completely overlapping, with all deities hidden and motionless; it also includes "Three Intersections," where three places mutually clash and conflict; it also includes "Dragon Struggle," taking the meaning from "The Zhou Changes (I Ching), the Sixth Line of the Kun Hexagram" which says "the dragon struggles in the wild," indicating two strong forces facing each other, unable to decide on advance or retreat; it also includes "Marvel Transformation," where the concealed heavenly stem transforms into the Three Marvels. The "Lesson Meaning" in four-character phrases says: the卯 position and the丁 deity appear three times overlapped, with the子 water in the middle transmission; once it is activated, it will not be a minor matter, and certainly one will meet ghosts or thieves on the way.

解曰：丁乃變動之神。此課三丁疊見而三傳刑沖，所動必驚人之事也。但鬼賊在中，為害亦小。蓋子卯相刑，而午被子克。三傳凶神相為制伏，所聞憂患，皆屬虛聲，若晝占末傳乘虎祿，亦驚憂難守也。此卦不可便言伏匿不動，支神傳首，皆旬內丁神，必靜中求動，不可不知。

The deity Ding is specifically associated with movement. In this divination, three Ding deities appear overlapped, and the three transmissions also mutually punish and clash with each other. Once activated, this will certainly be a major event that shocks many people. However, the deity of ghosts and thieves is located in the middle transmission, so the harm is relatively minor. The relationship between Zi and Mao involves punishment, and the fire of Wu is subdued by the water of Zi. The Inauspicious Spirit (evil deities) in the three transmissions restrain and subdue each other, so the worries heard are mostly exaggerated. If the divination is cast during the day and the final transmission is occupied by the White Tiger and sits on the禄神 (favorable deity), it will also be a time of anxiety and instability, with things not being held onto. This lesson should not be interpreted as a hidden chant simply because of the presence of Hidden Chant (hidden chant). The deities on the day branch and the first transmission of the three are all Ding deities within the same ten-day cycle. It is definitely necessary to seek movement within stillness; this point should not be overlooked.

斷曰：此卦亦名三交，有進退不能之象。又名龍戰，主身心疑惑，進少退多。占事靜宜動滯，凡百謀為，皆不能遠，兩頭幹事難成。春吉冬平，夏秋忌。

This lesson is also called "San Jiao," indicating a situation where one cannot advance or retreat; it is also called "Long Zhan," suggesting confusion and uncertainty in mind and body, with little gain and much loss. For matters of divination, it is advisable to remain calm and still, as any movement will encounter obstacles. Any plans or actions will not go far, and matters requiring efforts in two directions will be difficult to accomplish. If divined in spring, it is favorable; if in winter, it is average; but if in summer or autumn, it should be avoided.

天時：久晴夜占有微雨。家宅：不寧，小口有凶災。婚姻：兩無益，不成。胎產：防胎傷腹中，久不出。功名：宜安卑處賤，躁進則凶。求財：無益。投謁：雖不藏匿，必在他處方見。

Weather: After a long period of clear skies with no rain, if a divination is cast at night, there will be a slight drizzle. Residence: The home is not peaceful, and there is a danger of misfortune for young children. Marriage: It is not beneficial for either party, and the marriage will not succeed. Pregnancy: There is a risk of injury to the fetus in the womb, and the birth will be delayed. Official rank: It is advisable to be content with a low position and to be willing to remain in a humble status; rushing to advance will bring misfortune. Seeking wealth: There is no benefit. Sending letters or visiting someone: The person is not avoiding you, but they will definitely be seen only after going to another place.

疾病：胎孕聾啞，或不語呻吟，淹滯日久。失脫：不遠，可獲。出行：屢改日期，終不成行，行必有驚恐。行人：速至。爭訟：主為田宅，防有刑責。兵戰：不利，宜固守。

Disease: A condition present from birth, causing deafness and muteness, or the person can only moan, and the illness persists for a long time. Lost items: The lost item hasn't gone far, and it can be recovered. Travel: The date keeps changing, and in the end, the journey does not happen. If one insists on going, there will be fear and alarm. Waiting for a traveler: The traveler will arrive soon. Lawsuits: The cause is mostly related to land, property, or houses, and one should beware of being sentenced to punishment. Military action: It is unfavorable, and one should hold firm and not engage.

畢法云：信任丁馬須言動。觀月經云：忽然值惡將，破散別離情；剛日刑中正，柔日宅內驚。袖中金云：用支無德，刑中有害；破中有合，凶中有吉；禍福倚伏，不可執一。

The "Bifa Fu" says: Since one believes in the dynamic signs of Ding God and the Post-horse, it should be interpreted as relating to speech and action. The "Guan Jing Xiang" says: If a sudden encounter with a fierce Heavenly General occurs, it indicates disruption and separation in feelings; on a yang day, it should be in the state of punishment and clash while the mind remains upright, whereas on a yin day, there will be alarm within the home. The "Xiu Zhong Jin" says: The day branch does not have a virtuous god, punishment includes harm; within destruction there is also union, and among misfortune there is also good fortune; calamity and blessing are interdependent, and one should not rigidly adhere to a single interpretation.

課體：重審，退茹，夜衰，三奇。課義：祿在虎旁，勿戀寅鄉，食一粒粟，失半年糧。

This lesson's "Lesson Pattern" is "Re-examination," combined with "Retreating Vegetables" — the three transmissions are in reverse order, like pulling up vegetables in reverse; combined with "Night Decline" — the night is weak and powerless; combined with "Three Marvels" — having obtained the three marvels, which are yi, bing, and ding. The "Lesson Meaning" says in four-character phrases: The禄神 is closely adjacent to the White Tiger, do not desire the寅 wood side again; for eating a single grain of millet, one loses half a year's grain supply.

解曰：午祿乘虎不可守也。若戀寅木之生己，則引入初傳脫鄉，賊必相機而起矣，其耗費豈小哉。所謂貪一粒之粟，而反失半年之糧也。

The fire of the hour Wu is the禄神 of the day丁. Now it is riding on the White Tiger, and cannot be held onto. If one is tempted by the wood of寅 which can nourish me, it will be led into the area of泄 and 脱 in the first transmission, and thieves will surely take advantage of this opportunity, causing significant loss. This is exactly what is meant by greedily eating a single grain of millet and losing a whole year's food supply.

斷曰：此重審退茹之卦，凡百謀為，多有阻滯，守舊則吉。占主下不順上，事從內起，或緣女人，兵訟後者勝。貴順吉，貴逆凶。墓絕傳生旺吉，生旺傳墓絕凶。初克末吉，末克初凶。全要末傳得吉將，天月德等，可化凶為吉也。

This is a "Chong Shen" (Re-examination) divination with a "Tui Ru" (Retreating and Eating) aspect. Whenever there is an undertaking or plan, it is likely to encounter obstacles and difficulties. Maintaining the existing situation is favorable. When predicting events, it indicates that subordinates may not obey superiors, conflicts arise from within, or it may be related to women. In military conflicts or lawsuits, the party that acts later tends to win. If the Nobleman moves in the correct direction, it is favorable; if the Nobleman moves in the wrong direction, it is unfavorable. If the transmission moves from a墓绝 (grave and decline) place to a生旺 (growth and prosperity) place, it is favorable; if it moves from a生旺 place to a墓绝 place, it is unfavorable. If the first transmission overcomes the final transmission, it is favorable; if the final transmission overcomes the first transmission, it is unfavorable. In summary, the key is whether the final transmission can receive a favorable general. If it receives Heavenly Virtue or Monthly Virtue, it can transform misfortune into good fortune.

天時：有雨，晝占雨難得。家宅：宅近墳廟河池，常有孤寡老陰人是非。婚姻：不成。胎產：宅神沖動胎神，防不實。科名：有奇遇，而幙貴空，防錯誤貼出。求財：財不順理，得亦即耗。投謁：兩貴皆空，所至不利，或有意外遭逢。

Weather: There will be rain, but if the divination is cast in the daytime, the rain will not come down easily. Residence: The house is near a graveyard, temple or pond, and often causes disputes due to people like lonely and destitute old women. Marriage: It will not succeed. Pregnancy: The household deity has disturbed the fetal deity, so be careful of an unstable fetal condition. Examinations: There will be unusual opportunities, but the nobleman in the background will fail, so be cautious of being exposed due to mistakes. Seeking wealth: The path to wealth is not proper, even if you gain it, it will be immediately spent. Submitting documents or visiting: Both the daytime nobleman and the nighttime nobleman will fall into kongwang, so wherever you go, things will not go smoothly, or there may be unexpected encounters.

疾病：遲愈，晝占見寒熱凶。失脫：難尋。出行：不宜。行人：留滯旅舍，或有恙。爭訟：彼此不利，宜和息。兵戰：宜集眾籌畫，亥年月小利。

Disease: It will take a long time to recover. If during daytime divination one sees symptoms of alternating cold and heat, it is ominous. Lost items: Difficult to recover. Travel: Not advisable. Waiting for a traveler: The person is staying in a lodging house or is ill. Lawsuits: Unfavorable for both parties; it is better to settle matters through reconciliation. Military action: It is advisable to gather many people for careful planning. It is slightly favorable in the year of亥 and month of亥.

畢法云：日乘旺祿休狂妄，鬼乘天乙乃神祇，二貴皆空虛喜期。袖中金云：退茹三奇丑子亥，為入墓卦，有收藏之象，仕進無心。課經訂訛云：甲子旬用丑為三奇，蓋丑為玉堂，雞鳴於丑而日精備。占主凡事逢凶化吉，不忌刑殺；士有奇遇，官有超擢，兵以奇勝，若奇精有損，福亦減半。

The "Bifa Fu" says: When the day stem is riding on its flourishing禄神, one should not become arrogant; when the ghost爻is riding on the heavenly yi nobleman, it is the deities that are causing trouble; if the day and night noblemen both fall into kongwang, then good news is just empty joy. The "Xiu Zhong Jin" says: If the three transmissions are丑, 子, and 亥, retreating and hiding to obtain the three marvels, it is a卦where the three marvels are buried, showing a situation of concealment and concealment, indicating no intention to strive for official positions. The "Ke Jing Ding E" says: In the first ten days of jiazi, taking丑as the three marvels, because丑is the jade hall, and the rooster crows at丑, the essence of the day is complete at this time. When this is the case, all matters will turn danger into safety, without fear of punishments; scholars may have extraordinary encounters, officials may be promoted beyond normal ranks, and in military affairs, they may achieve unexpected victories; if the essence of the three marvels is damaged, then the fortune will be reduced by half.

課體：涉害，間傳，察微，極陰。課義：傳課俱陰，事轉沉淪，遞相脫賺，勿依貴人。

This lesson's "Lesson Pattern" is "Involving Harm." Among the four lessons, there are two instances where the lower elements harm the upper ones. We compare the depth of harm each deity incurs on its way back to its original position, and the one with the deeper harm is used as the initiating transmission. It also involves "Intermediate Transmission," where the three transmissions are passed on in alternating positions. Additionally, it involves "Observing Subtleties," requiring careful examination of subtle details. It also involves "Extreme Yin," where all three transmissions are composed of yin elements such as Chou, Hai, and You. The "Lesson Meaning" states in four characters: all three transmissions and four lessons are entirely yin and obscure, the matter becomes increasingly sinking, with mutual leakage, deception, and evasion; do not expect help from the Nobleman.

解曰：極陰之課，昏迷太甚，事轉沉淪之謂也。巳火脫卯，而丑土脫丁，干支神互相脫賺，得於此而失於彼也。又晝貴受克，而夜貴受脫，貴人方自不安，焉能復為我幹事乎。且二貴皆空，虛喜而已。經曰：極陰之卦丑亥酉，百事逢之悉皆丑，信哉。

The divination shows extreme darkness and confusion, so things become worse and worse. The fire in the fourth position drains the wood in the second, and the earth in the second position drains the fire in the fourth. The heavenly stem and earthly branch of the day are mutually draining and deceiving each other, gaining a little here and losing a little there. Moreover, the nobleman of the day is attacked, and the nobleman of the night is drained. The nobleman himself is not secure, how can he help me? Furthermore, both the day and night noblemen fall into kongwang, which is just empty joy. The classic says: the extreme yin hexagram is associated with the three spirits of the second, second, and sixth positions, and anything encountering them will be bad. This is indeed true.

斷曰：此卦為俱比於陰，而用涉害，事有兩而取一。歷諸艱阻而後已，乃苦盡甜來之兆。宜晦跡韜光，不宜僥倖求益。目前未遂，終須勤而有得。

In this lesson, there are two instances where the lower and upper elements are both of the yin nature and share the same day stem, so they cannot be compared in terms of superiority. Therefore, the "involved harm" method is used instead. This indicates that there are two possible paths, but only one can be chosen. The matter will involve various difficulties and obstacles before it can be resolved, which is a sign of hardship followed by eventual benefit. It is advisable to remain low-key and conceal one's actions, and not to rely onby chance to seek extra advantages. Although immediate wishes may not be fulfilled, through persistent effort, some gains will eventually be achieved.

天時：密雲不雨，有風。家宅：主向北房不聚財，難發貴。婚姻：有阻。胎產：遲滯而安。功名：先費機關，後得稱意。求財：急取則得，緩即消散。投謁：相見和悅，而少實際。

Weather: Cloudy with no rain, and wind is rising. House: A house facing north cannot retain wealth and also fails to attract a nobleman. Marriage: There are obstacles in the middle. Pregnancy and childbirth: It comes late, but mother and child are safe. Achieving fame and status: One must first put in some effort and planning, and later things will go as desired. Seeking wealth: It is better to go and get it quickly, or it will disappear if delayed. Submitting letters or visiting someone: Although the meeting is friendly, there is not much real benefit.

疾病：主久病，虛脫。失脫：失物可尋，逃人難獲。出行：路有險阻。行人：跋涉不還。爭訟：彼此脫賺，憂疑百端，控省部，方得伸理。兵戰：渡水穿林，士馬勞倦。墳葬：墓神剋日干納音，不可用。

Disease: Indicates a long-term illness that does not heal, with deficiency of qi and blood. Lost items: Lost things can be found again, but people who have run away cannot be caught. Travel: There are dangers on the way. Waiting for a traveler: The person is still on the way and will not return. Litigation: Both parties deceive each other, there is much doubt and suspicion, and it will take reporting to the provincial or ministerial level to get justice. Military action: Involves crossing water and entering forests, with soldiers and horses exhausted and weary. Burial: The spirit above the tombrestrain the day stem's nayin sound element, this land is not suitable for burial.

畢法云：二貴皆空虛喜期，鬼乘天乙乃神祇。課經云：正月丁卯日，亥將丑時，二下賊上。若先取涉害，不取仲神，則丑加卯前行，只歷辰中乙木一重，歸本家丑位。亥加子前行，歷辰戊未己戌土五重，歸本家亥位。亥涉害深，當取亥加丑為用，三傳亥酉未。

The "Bifa Fu" says: When both the nobleman of day and night fall into kongwang, joy is just empty expectation; the ghost爻 rides upon the heavenly yi nobleman, and the mischief comes from the gods. The "Ke Jing" says: On the Dingmao day of the first lunar month, using the亥 general added to the丑 hour to cast the lesson, among the four lessons there are two instances where the lower divine spirits are defeated by the upper divine spirits. If one follows the "she hai" method to determine the initiating transmission without first taking the four central divine spirits: the丑 is placed upon the卯, and moving forward only passes through the chen palace with one layer of control by the wood yi; it returns to the original home of the丑. The亥 is placed upon the子, and moving forward it passes through five layers of earth control: chen, wu, wei, ji, xu, before returning to the original home of the亥. The harm involved in the亥 is deeper, so it should take the亥 added to the丑 as the initiating transmission, and the three transmissions are亥, you, wei.

課體：遙克，二煩，天網，三交。課義：祿乘元虎，重遭鬼苦，中間閉口，尚憂門戶。

This lesson's "Lesson Pattern" is "Remote Control" — among the four lessons, neither the upper nor the lower sections are mutually controlling, so we have to take the distant controlling god for the initiating transmission; it is also combined with "Double Disturbance," indicating two layers of disturbance; and "Sky Net," as if a sky net is overhead covering everything; and "Triple Interaction," meaning mutual punishment and harm occurring in three places. The "Lesson Meaning" states in four characters: the禄神 is riding on the White Tiger and Black Tortoise, two Inauspicious General, repeatedly suffering from the hardships of the ghost爻; the middle transmission is again the god of closed mouth, and it also worries about matters concerning the household.

解曰：初鬼螣纏，中財閉口，末祿虎元，皆無足取。幸雖遭初傳子鬼相剋，賴繫蒿矢之微，干上辰土又能制之。所憂者，子卯相刑，門戶之間，有不利耳。

The first transmission is a ghost hexagram, which is further entangled by the Teng Snake; the middle transmission is a wealth hexagram, but it has become a sealed spirit; the final transmission is a禄神, yet it is riding on the White Tiger and the Black Tortoise, which are associated with thieves, darkness, and deception. None of the three transmissions are favorable. Fortunately, although the first transmission's water hexagram is mutually controlling the day stem, it is a remote mutual control like a bow and arrow, which is weak, and the earth hexagram on the day stem can reverse control the water. What is truly worrying is the mutual punishment between the water and the卯, which may bring some unfavorable events in the household.

斷曰：此卦占者，多因內事，或來外侮。如有凶勢，不久自休，憂喜皆未實也。事遠難就，後動方宜。喜旬儀發用，二貴順行，縱有惡煞，不能為害。久之漸生吉慶，和氣盈門，刑傷解散矣。

The person who drew this reading is mostly concerned with family matters or someone from outside causing trouble. Although the current situation seems threatening, it will soon calm down, and neither worry nor joy will be realized. The matter is distant and cannot be achieved at the moment; it is better to take action later. Fortunately, the divine power of the ten-day period is initiating the transmission, and the day and night noble forces are moving in the right direction. Even if there are evil spirits, they will not harm anyone. Over time, good fortune will gradually emerge, the family will be harmonious and peaceful, and the harmful influences will naturally disappear.

天時：陰噎變幻，有雨不沾。家宅：主尊卑大小不睦，宜小心門戶。婚姻：不宜，合則有損。胎產：有虛驚。功名：有進步，祿未厚。求財：艱難得之，亦或貴人默助。

Weather: The sky is overcast with changing clouds, and rain falls but does not reach the ground. Residence: There is disharmony among family members of different generations and ranks; be cautious about the safety of the household. Marriage: Not suitable; forcing a union may cause harm. Pregnancy: There will be a false alarm. Career: Some progress is made, but the salary is still not generous. Seeking wealth: It is difficult to obtain, or there may be help from a nobleman secretly.

疾病：主臟腑有災，虛勞驚恐，遇良醫速愈。失脫：可尋。出行：不利遠行，兼忌正二月。行人：即回，路有驚恐。爭訟：宜解，防遭責罰。兵戰：冬占利出兵。

Disease: Indicates illness in the internal organs, belonging to the category of deficiency, fatigue, fear and shock. With a good doctor, it can be cured quickly. Lost items: Can be found again. Travel: Not favorable for long journeys, also avoid traveling in the first and second months. Waiting for a traveler: The person will return soon, but there will be a frightening experience on the way. Lawsuits: It is advisable to settle matters amicably, otherwise there is a risk of being punished. Military action: It is favorable to launch an attack in winter.

畢法云：彼此猜忌害相隨。袖中金云：蒿矢第三課為用，乃辰之陽神自戰。兩陽相剋，重而有力，不可先動。指竅云：三交家隱奸私客，不是逃亡即避迍。曾門云：三交德氣在內，刑氣在外，利於居家，不宜遠行。凡百舉事，喜者反怒，解者復結。課經訂訛云：第三四課發用為遠射，凶勢漸小矣。

The "Bifa Fu" says: mutual suspicion arises because the six harms follow closely. The "Xiu Zhong Jin" states: "Hao Shi" (Arrow of Grass) remotely affects the third lesson's initiating transmission, which indicates the yang spirit of the day branch fighting against itself; two yang spirits mutually attacking each other have greater strength and force, so one should not act first. The "Zhi Qiao" says: "Sanjiao" (Three Intersections) lessons indicate there are outsiders secretly involved in private affairs at home, either fleeing or avoiding calamity. According to Zeng's view, in "Sanjiao" lessons, the virtue is within and the punishment is outside, thus it is favorable to stay at home and not suitable for traveling far; any action that was originally joyful may turn into anger, and reconciliation may lead to renewed enmity. The "Ke Jing Ding'uo" says: taking the initiating transmission of the third and fourth lessons is called "Yuanshe" (Long-range Shooting), and the凶 (evil) trend gradually weakens.

課體：元首，曲直，四墓，復生，不備。課義：傳課循環，事在關欄，木局休恃，晝將宜看。

This lesson's "Lesson Pattern" is "Original Head" — a pattern where the upper deity overcomes the lower deity and initiates the transmission, indicating a proper hierarchy; it also includes "Curved and Straight," as the three transmissions form the wood triad of Hai-Mao-Wei, reflecting the meaning of "Wood is curved and straight" from the "Hongfan" (Classic of Documents); it also includes "Four Tombs" and "Rebirth," with continuous generation; and it includes "Incompleteness," as the four lessons are not fully present. The "Lesson Meaning" is expressed in four characters: the three transmissions and four lessons cycle back and forth, with the matter blocked by obstacles; although the wood triad is favorable, it cannot be relied upon, and one must also consider how the heavenly general of the day influences the situation.

解曰：四課三傳，不離亥卯未三字，是循環不已也。主事即多端，不出關欄也。木局生干，似乎可恃。而晝將純上，又來脫干，是得失相半，不能全美也。卯雖生干而亦敗其干，亥雖生支而奈坐旬空，利宅不利人，利彼不利己。

The four lessons and three transmissions keep coming back to the three characters: Hai, Mao, and Wei, indicating an unending cycle. Although the matter seems complicated, it remains within a confined circle. The wood of Mao is able to nourish the day stem, appearing to be a reliable support; however, the heavenly general on the day is entirely of earth (the original text says 'pure shang,' which is likely a mistake for 'earth'), and earth is generated by fire, which in turn drains the day stem. Thus, gains and losses are equally divided, and perfection is not achieved. Although Mao wood can nourish Ding fire, it is also the place where Ding fire is weakened. Although Hai water can nourish the day branch Mao wood, it is itself sitting on an empty period. Overall, this is favorable for the house but not for people, favorable for the other party but not for oneself.

斷曰：此卦一上克下，三傳木局，名曰曲直。今卯加未為先直後曲。譬如美材逢春暢茂，惜漸有朽蠹之憂。惟德足以合之，斯成喬蔭，不致始菀終枯。丁日枝枯者，火脫木也，此就局言。若以日干言，則局於干又為父母矣。大凡君子吉，小人凶。

This lesson has only one instance where the upper god overcomes the lower god. The three transmissions will form a wooden structure, called "curved and straight." Now the卯 is placed on the未, which is first straight then curved. It is like a good piece of timber meeting spring, with branches and leaves flourishing, but gradually there is a hidden danger of rot and insect damage. Only by cultivating virtue can it grow into a towering shade, avoiding the problem of starting strong and ending in withering. The phrase "丁日枝枯" refers to fire draining the energy of wood, which is speaking about the wooden structure itself; but from the perspective of the day stem, the wooden structure nourishes fire, which becomes the parent爻 for the day stem of丁. In general, a gentleman who draws this divination will have good fortune, while a petty person will have bad fortune.

天時：多風少雨。家宅：宜增造。婚姻：彼此華貴，本屬舊戚，秋冬及夜占不利。胎產：生男，夜占不寧。功名：貴顯，外任宜東方。科第，春試利。求財：易得，晝占脫氣不利。

Weather: There is much wind and little rain. Residence: It is suitable to add or build more structures. Marriage: Both families of the man and woman are wealthy and well-mannered, and they are already old relatives; however, it is not favorable to cast the divination in autumn, winter, or at night. Pregnancy and childbirth: A boy is born, and if the divination is cast at night, mother and child will be uneasy. Official rank: One can achieve prominence, and being posted outside the capital is favorable if heading east; for academic examinations, those in spring are advantageous. Seeking wealth: It is easy to obtain, but if the divination is cast during the day, it is unfavorable due to the Heavenly General losing its strength.

疾病：主風症、肝氣，乍病易愈，久病難愈。失脫：在西南方，茂林木器中。出行：往東方得利。行人：即回，傳信不實。爭訟：宜得貴人調解，禍患不成。兵戰：利主，先者勝，又見罷兵之象。

Disease: This indicates wind illness and symptoms related to the liver qi. If the illness is recent, it is easy to cure, but if it has lasted a long time, it becomes difficult to treat. Lost items: They are in the southwest direction, hidden in dense woods or among wooden objects. Travel: Going east is favorable. Waiting for a traveler: The person will return immediately, but the message he brings is not reliable. Litigation: It is advisable to have the nobleman mediate, thus preventing disaster. Military action: It is favorable for the leading side to take the initiative, and the first to act will win; at the same time, there is an indication of ceasing hostilities.

畢法云：互生俱生凡事益，鬼乘天乙乃神祇。觀月經云：利用為船車，修造覓材植，百事悉亨通，春占必好極。指掌賦云：三傳純父母，不求安而身自安。又云：見生不生，不如無生。

The "Bi Fa Fu" says: When the heavenly stems and earthly branches mutually generate, and the three transmissions also mutually generate, everything is beneficial; if the ghost爻 is riding on the heavenly yi nobleman, the mischief comes from the gods. The "Guan Jing Xiang" says: This divination is suitable for building boats and carts, starting construction projects, and searching for timber, all things go smoothly, and it is especially good in spring. The "Zhi Zhang Fu" says: If the three transmissions are all parents爻, there is no need to seek security, and security comes naturally. It also says: Even if one clearly sees a god that generates me but cannot actually generate me, it is better not to have that generation at all.

課體：重審，地網，天獄，傳墓。課義：干上長生，守則無窮，動逢鬼墓，命忌巳宮。

This lesson's "Lesson Pattern" is "Re-examination," combined with "Earth Net," "Heavenly Prison," and "Transmission Grave." It is as if one is trapped in Heavenly Prison, with difficulty entering or exiting; also combined with "Transmission Grave," meaning the three transmissions fall into the grave. The "Lesson Meaning" states in four-character phrases: The Day Stem is riding on the God of Growth, and if one holds onto it, benefits will be endless; but once it moves, it meets the Ghost Trigram and the Grave God; those whose destiny is in the Si hexagram should especially be cautious.

解曰：寅乃丁火長生，能守則終身用之不盡。棄而不守，動逢鬼墓矣。若其人本命在巳，巳中有丁，則既被戌墓，又逢子克，難保其延長也。畢法云：龍加生氣吉遲遲。謂青龍乘生干之神，又作月內之生氣，雖目下未見崢嶸，卻能徐徐發福。若三月夜將，占得此課便是。

Yin wood is the place of growth for Ding fire, and if it can be held firmly, it will bring continuous benefits throughout one's life; but if it is abandoned and not held, a single movement will meet the ghost爻 and the tomb deity. Suppose a person's birth chart falls in the Si palace, which contains hidden Bing and Ding fire (the original text suggests both characters should be read as 'Bing'), it is both captured by the Xu earth tomb and attacked by Zi water, making longevity difficult to maintain. The "Bi Fa Fu" says, "The dragon added to the life qi brings good fortune gradually," meaning the Azure Dragon rides upon the heavenly stem of the day, and this heavenly stem is exactly the life qi of the month. Although there is no visible sign of success at present, it can gradually lead to prosperity. If this lesson is obtained by casting a night lesson in the third month, it refers to this situation.

斷曰：此卦若爐冶既成，謀孟鑄印，卯不入傳，則為模損，勿用。占者當思改革，或安心守舊，自有生意。若更妄動，雖費盡工夫，不免化金成鐵。

This lesson is like a furnace where the charcoal is all ready and they are about to cast a seal (the original text "谋孟" has "孟" as a misprint for "欲"), but the卯wood used as the seal mold is not included in the three transmissions, so the mold is broken and the seal cannot be cast, so it has to be put aside. The diviner should consider changing his approach or settle down to maintain his old business, and there will still be some chance. If he acts rashly again, even though he spends a lot of effort, he will inevitably melt the gold into waste iron.

天時：晝占有雨，即晴；夜占久晴後雨，有閃電。家宅：主隳廢或借與人作踐。婚姻：主和合，又主私合，不煩媒妁。胎產：胎氣不寧，夜占難產。功名：貴順可得，亦未通達。求財：得之甚難，耗於婦人。

Weather: When casting a divination during the day, there will be rain at first, then it clears up; when casting during the night, there will be rain after a long period of clear weather, accompanied by lightning. House: Indicates that the house is in disrepair or has been rented out and suffered damage. Marriage: Indicates harmony in marriage, as well as secret unions between men and women without the need for a matchmaker. Pregnancy: Indicates unstable fetal condition; when casting during the night, it suggests difficulty in childbirth. Official Rank: When the Nobleman moves in a favorable direction, one may obtain official rank, but it does not indicate great success or prominence. Seeking Wealth: Wealth is extremely difficult to obtain, and much money is likely spent on women.

疾病：主顛狂，新病即愈，久病見危，宜用符藥厭禱。失脫：繫奴婢所竊，未離家。出行：近行，宜屢遷其地，遠行宜止。行人：干墓臨支，立至。爭訟：主息而復起。兵戰：主失眾不利。

Disease: Indicates a condition of madness. A newly acquired illness can be cured quickly, but a long-standing illness is dangerous. It is advisable to use符水 (symbolic water) and medicine, as well as to perform rituals and prayers for relief. Lost items: The lost item was stolen by a servant, and the item has not yet left the house. Travel: One should only move nearby and keep changing locations; long-distance travel should be avoided. Waiting for a traveler: The day stem's Tomb Spirit (burial deity) is present in the day branch, so the person will arrive soon. Litigation: The matter has already been resolved, but it will resurface again. Military action: Indicates the loss of troops and is unfavorable.

畢法云：后合占婚豈用媒，干墓並關人宅廢，將逢內戰所謀危。課經云：春丑、夏辰、秋未、冬戌為關神。如日干之墓作關神發用臨干，則應宅廢人衰。如丁卯日冬占，戌加卯發用是也。

The *Bi Fa Fu* says: When the Heavenly Empress and Liu He both come to indicate marriage, there is no need for a matchmaker; if the Day Stem's墓神 also serves as the 关神, it indicates a decaying house and declining people. When the Heavenly General and the god it is over contend with each other, the matter in question will be dangerous. The *Ke Jing* says: In spring, the 关神 is Chou; in summer, Chen; in autumn, Wei; and in winter, Xu. If the Day Stem's Tomb Spirit coincides with the 关神 and is also Initiating Transmission over the Day Stem, it indicates a ruined house and a declining population. For example, if the day is Dingmao and the lesson is cast in winter, with Xu over Mao and Initiating Transmission, this is exactly such a situation.

課體：反吟，三交，二煩，斫輪。課義：滿地皆丁，豈容少停，夏晝火厄，貴財夜迎。

This lesson pattern is called "Reverse Chant" — the Heaven Plate and Earth Plate combine to form six clashes, causing disturbances and unrest among the deities; it also includes "Three Intersections" and "Two Troubles," as well as "Chopping the Wheel," which is like cutting wood to make a wheel, requiring repeated consideration and refinement. The four-character "Lesson Meaning" states: all are active Ding deities, never stopping for a moment; if the lesson is cast during the day in summer, there is a risk of fire, but if cast at night, one will meet a nobleman who brings wealth.

解曰：課傳四卯皆丁，其動非細。況兼反吟沖動，豈容少停也。夏火旺之時，晝占酉為火鬼，乘朱雀以克宅，主有火災。夜占則酉為天乙，定得貴人之財也。又支干上神，互克干支，亦名蕪淫。今干克支上神，為真解離卦，或夫婦行年，又值此者尤的。支上癸酉，為財遁鬼格，又為財作閉口格。

In the four lessons and three transmissions, all four instances of the卯 position carry the Ding spirit; once activated, it is not a minor matter. Moreover, with the occurrence of 'reverse chant', the spirits clash with each other, leaving no room for rest. In summer, the fire energy is at its peak. When casting a divination during the day, the酉 metal is the dominant fire ghost, riding on the Vermilion Bird (which governs documents, speech, and fire), to attack the day branch's dwelling, indicating a fire disaster. If casting at night, the酉 position is occupied by the heavenly virtue nobleman, which means one can certainly gain wealth from the nobleman. Furthermore, the spirit on the day branch and the spirit on the day stem mutually attack the day stem and day branch, which is called 'wuyin'. Now, the day stem is attacking the spirit on the day branch, which is a true separation hexagram. If both spouses' birth years also encounter this hexagram, the prediction will be particularly accurate. The day branch is Guiyou, which belongs to the 'wealth hiding ghost' pattern—where the heavenly stem that hides the wealth becomes a ghost that attacks the body; at the same time, it is also the 'closed mouth' pattern of the wealth爻.

斷曰：此無依之卦，亦曰斫輪。傳見卯酉，和而未和，反覆蹉跎，君子貞吉。若勉強而成，畢竟損多益少。故合者則為任重致遠，有遷除之喜，否則雖動無益，有疑莫決矣。惟利反覆舊事，或改換門戶，以應其兆。

This is a lesson without support, also called "Zhuan Lun." In the Three Transmissions, the branches of Mao and You are in conflict, appearing as harmony but actually not harmonious, leading to repeated back-and-forth and wasting time. A gentleman who maintains righteousness will have good fortune. If one forces the matter to completion, the loss will be greater than the gain. Therefore, when things are in harmony, it is like a wheel that has already been cut, capable of bearing heavy loads and traveling far, indicating good news of promotion or transfer. When things are not in harmony, even if there is movement, there is no benefit, only confusion and indecision. This lesson is only favorable for revisiting old matters or changing one's circumstances, thus fulfilling its omen.

天時：忽陰忽晴，多早。家宅：主門戶破壞，夏占防火災，又主夫妻反目，陰人不寧。婚姻：有刑剋，不宜。胎產：防墮或病，瘖啞。功名：大利，晝占主考試之官，夜占奉朝命召對，宜遲發。求財：財出貴人，難於啟齒。

Weather: Sudden changes between cloudy and sunny, mostly indicating drought. House: Indicates damage to the entrance, beware of fire in summer, also indicates arguments between husband and wife and discomfort among female family members. Marriage: There is conflict, not suitable. Pregnancy: Be careful of miscarriage, or the fetus may be ill, or the child may be born mute. Career: Very beneficial, if the lesson is cast in the daytime, it indicates being appointed as an examiner; if cast at night, it indicates being summoned by the court. However, it is better to delay than to act early. Seeking wealth: Wealth comes from the Nobleman, but it is difficult to ask for it directly.

疾病：反覆未寧，或患口痢，或咽喉腫塞，或痰厥，不納飲食。失脫：遠去，難尋。出行：宜從陸，利西方。行人：在路，復展轉他處。爭訟：閉門結訟，各投勢要。兵戰：互有傷損，堅守為宜。

Disease: Suffering from recurring illness, unable to rest in peace, or possibly having a condition like dysentery with closed mouth, or throat swelling and blockage, or phlegm causing confusion and fainting, with loss of appetite. Lost items: Already far away, difficult to find. Travel: Favorable to travel by land, beneficial to go west. Waiting for a traveler: The person is still on the way, but has changed direction to another place. Lawsuits: Fighting within closed doors, each side seeking support from powerful individuals. Military conflict: Both sides suffer casualties, it is best to adopt a defensive strategy.

畢法云：夫婦蕪淫各有私。課經云：火鬼乘蛇雀克宅，主家中火災。火鬼者，春午、夏酉、秋子、冬卯是也。如夏占此課，酉加卯晝將，乘雀克宅，須以井底泥塗灶禳之。

The "Bifa Fu" says: Between husband and wife, there is disorder and licentiousness, each having their own private affairs. The "Ke Jing" says: The fire ghost rides on the Teng Snake and Vermilion Bird to attack the day branch's house, indicating a fire accident in the family. The so-called fire ghost refers to the Wu of spring, the You of summer, the Zi of autumn, and the Mao of winter. For example, if this lesson is taken in summer, the You is placed on the Mao with a daytime general, riding the Vermilion Bird to attack the house, then one should take mud from the bottom of a well and apply it to the stove to appease the situation.

課體：重審，鑄印，乘軒。課義：彼己皆凶，空墓居中；末丁初馬，事無定蹤。

This lesson's "Lesson Pattern" is "Re-examination," combined with "Casting the Seal" —巳 represents the furnace, 戌 represents the seal, and 卯 represents the seal mold, forming an image of casting a seal into a finished object; it is also combined with "Taking the Carriage" — an image of taking a carriage and receiving a title. The "Lesson Meaning" in four-character phrases says: both the other party and oneself face misfortune; the empty void and the tomb god both fall into the middle transmission; the final transmission is the active Ding god, and the first transmission is the post-horse, indicating that the matter is uncertain and fluctuating.

解曰：干被子克，支被申克，彼此皆凶也。戌為空墓，而居中傳，主事體中間蒙蔽不明。傳墓非吉象，逢干墓，事即當止。而初末馬丁動搖，馳驅殆無寧刻。若仕途得此，必得榮差也。

The day stem is overcome by the water of the branch, and the day branch is overcome by the metal of the hour, indicating that both the self and the other party are not auspicious. The earth dog (戌) is both empty and a tomb deity, and it falls in the middle transmission, indicating that the matter will be obstructed halfway, with unclear truths. Three transmissions entering a tomb is not a good omen, and when it meets the tomb of the day stem, the matter should be stopped. However, the initial transmission's post-horse and the final transmission's ding deity are both unstable, leading to constant toil and restlessness with no moment of peace. If a person in official position draws this divination, he will certainly receive a respectable post.

斷曰：此重審之卦，亦名鑄印。巳為爐，戌為印，卯為印模。戌卯空亡，則為破印損模，或難遷擢。人宅俱被剋制，子加未，舉事無終始。申加卯，為競強爭進，主有侵損，喜得鑄印乘軒之格，可以遠患就福也。

This is a "Chongshen" divination, also called "Zhu Yin": the fire of Si is the furnace, the earth of Xu is the seal, and the wood of Mao is the seal mold. If Xu and Mao fall into Kongwang, it becomes broken seal and ruined mold, making it difficult to advance in official rank. Both people and dwellings are restrained; the child (zi) placed on Wei indicates incomplete affairs. The monkey (shen) placed on Mao signifies competition and striving for advancement, mainly suffering from encroachment and damage. Fortunately, this case falls into the pattern "Zhu Yin Cheng Xuan," which allows one to avoid calamity and approach good fortune.

天時：或有雷，或有虹霓，雨少。家宅：人口小損，屋破壞，主遠出。婚姻：就婚貴家吉，娶即非正。胎產：末傳刑胎神，防墮。功名：掇巍科，應顯闢，尤利署印，獨不利家。求財：宜遠投人，重求輕得。

Heavenly weather: Either thunder or a rainbow may appear, but there will be little rain. Residence: There will be minor losses in the household, the house may be in disrepair, and the master will have to travel far. Marriage: It is auspicious to marry into a prominent family through adoption or alliance, but if one marries a wife oneself, she will not be the main wife. Pregnancy: The final transmission harms the fetal deity, so one should beware of miscarriage. Official rank: One may pass the imperial examinations and be summoned by a high official, especially benefiting from acting as a temporary official. However, it is unfavorable for the family. Seeking wealth: It is advisable to seek support from someone far away; the effort required is great, but the reward is easy to obtain.

疾病：有祟，晝占甚危。失脫：自還。出行：仕宦最吉，餘主避災。行人：必歸，不能如期。爭訟：患難憂疑之事，和好而止。兵戰：罷兵息甲，信使往來，講和之象。

Disease: There are ghosts causing trouble, and the condition is very dangerous during the day. Lost items: The things will return on their own. Travel: It is most auspicious for officials to travel, while others going out are to avoid calamity. Waiting for a traveler: The person will certainly return, but not on time. Litigation: This belongs to matters of hardship, doubt and worry, and it will end with reconciliation. Military action: Cease fighting, put down weapons, envoys come and go, indicating a peaceful resolution.

畢法云：支干全傷防兩損，后合占婚豈用媒。課經云：丁卯日，申加卯，晝將上乘六合，為六片板格。緣六合乘申臨卯，為尸入棺。申者，身也。卯者，棺也。占病不宜，又當察其類神而言之。占妻病必死，蓋妻財入棺故也。

The *Bifa Fu* says: If both the day stem and day branch are harmed, one should beware of damage to both the person and their home; if the Heavenly Empress and Liu He are present to indicate marriage, there is no need for a matchmaker. The *Ke Jing* says: On a Dingmao day, the hour stem Shen is placed on the Mao position, with the Heavenly General riding on the Liu He in the daytime, which is called the "Six Pieces of Board" pattern. Because the Liu He is riding on Shen, which is placed on the Mao, it symbolizes a corpse placed in a coffin: Shen represents the body, and Mao represents the coffin. When divining about illness, this is an unfavorable omen, and further judgment must be made based on the specific class god related to the matter. If it is about the illness of the wife, death is certain, because the wife's wealth has entered the coffin.

課體：重審，曲直，不備，迴環。課義：晝將脫丁，傳卻生身，好惡中半，遁循貴嗔。

This lesson's "Lesson Pattern" is "Re-examination," combined with "Curved and Straight" (three transmissions form the Wood triad of Hai-Mao-Wei), "Incompleteness," and "Reciprocal Circulation" — the four lessons and three transmissions cycle back and forth. The "Lesson Meaning" is expressed in four-character phrases: the heavenly general riding during the day disperses and drains the fire energy of Ding, but the three transmissions then turn back to nourish me; both good and bad aspects are equally present; following the hidden stem sequence further, it will provoke the nobleman's anger.

解曰：晝將皆土，脫干之氣。三傳皆木，又生丁火。一生一脫，可謂好惡各半矣。課傳不離亥卯未三者，是循環無端也。晝夜兩貴，皆受下賊，見必嗔矣。以迴環格言之，此係重審，非涉害也。占凶凶成，占吉吉就，又名盤珠。

The heavenly generals used during the day are all of earth type, which drains the energy of the fire element (ding). The three transmissions are all of wood type, which nourishes the fire element. On one hand, they nourish me, on the other hand, they drain me, so the outcome is balanced between good and bad. The four lessons and three transmissions do not go beyond the characters Hai, Mao, and Wei, indicating a repetitive and confused situation. Both day and night dignitaries are attacked by the lower spirits, so going to see them will certainly provoke anger. According to the 'circle' pattern, this divination belongs to 're-examination' rather than 'involvement of harm'. If it is about an evil matter, the evil will come true; if it is about a good matter, the good will be achieved, so it is also called 'pearl beads'.

斷曰：此卦宅暗生空，大體有冥濛錮蔽之象，凡事主勾留不遂。中傳亥值旬空，是為棟樑之材。其中朽腐，不堪任重，良工袖手。若舍而他求，可獲順利。春占、夜占吉。若占病，亥雖日鬼，空不足畏。未受支克，亦不能救。主醫雖識症，實無成功。

This lesson shows the dwelling place as dark and obscure, with the generated spirit falling into vacancy. Overall, it indicates a state of confusion and blockage, with affairs hindered and not proceeding smoothly. The middle transmission,亥 water, is exactly vacant for the current ten-day period. 亥 is originally a strong and capable material, but inside it has already rotted, unable to bear heavy responsibilities. Even a good craftsman can only remain idle and unused. If one is willing to abandon this aspect and seek another path, success may be achieved. It is auspicious to cast the lesson in spring or at night. If this is a divination about illness: although亥 water is the ghost of the day stem丁, because it is vacant, it is not to be feared. The final transmission,未 earth, is capable of restraining the亥 ghost, but it is itself restrained by the day branch卯 wood, so it cannot save the person. This indicates that although the doctor understands the illness, he is actually unable to cure it.

天時：有風，出旬乃雨。家宅：宅近廟墓，多樹木，主貧窘。婚姻：不成。胎產：主生女，難產。功名：目下難成。求財：外求無得，作家有益。干謁：不遇，遇必遭主人之怒。

Weather: Wind is rising, and rain will come only after the current ten-day period. Residence: The house is near a temple and graveyard, with many trees around, indicating the family will be poor and in hardship. Marriage: It will not succeed. Pregnancy: It indicates a girl will be born, and there will be difficulty in childbirth. Achieving fame: It is difficult to achieve at present. Seeking wealth: Looking outside for wealth will bring no results; instead, managing the household carefully at home will be beneficial. Seeking to meet a nobleman: One will not meet him; even if met, it will certainly anger the master.

疾病：為虛脫或目疾，求得良醫，醫自有恙不至。失脫：難獲，在林內或人入箱櫃。出行：未能離家。行人：占久出者即至，占方出者仍回。爭訟：晝占為田土，夜占為口舌，防有枷扭之災。兵占：利為主，宜後動。

Disease: It is either a condition of deficient qi and blood or an eye ailment; although a good doctor has been called, the doctor himself is ill and cannot come. Lost property: Difficult to recover, the item is left in the woods or has been put into a chest. Travel: Cannot go, cannot leave home. Waiting for a traveler: If the person has been away for a long time, they will arrive soon; if the person has just left, they will return. Lawsuit: If the divination is cast in the daytime, it concerns land or property; if cast at night, it concerns verbal disputes, and there is a danger of being put in chains or subjected to physical punishment. Occupation by soldiers: Favorable for the party in the initiative, suitable to wait and strike after the other party has acted.

畢法云：兩貴受克難干貴，制鬼之位乃良醫，鬼乘天乙乃神祇。袖中金云：木以水為根，丁日枝枯。課經訂訛云：自上傳下則曲，亥加未是也。卯加亥，先曲後直，始難終易，風傳事多不實。

The "Bifa Fu" says: If both the day and night noblemen are overcome, it is difficult to rely on a nobleman; the position that can control the ghost爻 is where the good doctor is located; if the ghost爻 is riding on the heavenly virtue nobleman, then the trouble comes from a deity. The "Xiu Zhong Jin" says: Trees rely on water as their root, and on a day of Ding (which represents fire), the fire is strong and drains the wood, so the branches become withered. The "Ke Jing Ding'E" says: Going from top to bottom is called "qu" (bend), and if亥 is placed on 未, it is "qu"; if卯 is placed on 亥, then it first bends and then straightens, meaning it is difficult at first but easy later, and news spread by word of mouth is often not reliable.

課體：重審，三交，六儀，地煩。課義：交車眷戀，遞相推薦，自己昏迷，權攝可羨。

This lesson's "Lesson Pattern" is "Re-examination," combined with "Three Mutuals," "Six Instruments" (the hidden god attains the Six Instruments), and "Earthly Disturbance." The four-character "Lesson Meaning" states: the heavenly stem and earthly branch above and below meet and combine, mutually attached, one after another recommending each other; yet the mind remains confused and unclear; being able to obtain a position to act on one's behalf is indeed enviable.

解曰：午未卯戌，交相眷戀，自初傳遞生，直至於干，為有人薦舉之象。戌墓覆日，自己昏迷也。旺祿臨支，權攝可羨也。正月初五六七，二月初三四五，三月初一二三，四月初一，遇此日皆為地煩卦。

The combination of Wu and Wei, and of Mao and Xu, are mutual pairings, showing mutual affection. Starting from the first transmission, they generate one after another, continuing until they reach the day stem. This indicates a sign of someone recommending and supporting the person. Xu earth is the墓 of the day stem, which is now covering over the day stem, causing the person to be confused and unclear. The strong禄神 is present on the day branch, indicating the possibility of obtaining a position as a temporary official, which is quite desirable. On the fifth, sixth, and seventh days of the first lunar month, the third, fourth, and fifth days of the second lunar month, the first, second, and third days of the third lunar month, and the first day of the fourth lunar month, if these days are encountered, they are considered as the 'earthly disturbance' hexagram.

斷曰：此卦三傳遞生，主人亨利，時運開通。惜日遭墓覆，主昏晦而未明。人宅受脫，亦虛耗而不實。又三交事體勾連，二煩觸處荊棘，俱宜慎之為吉。中末臨旬儀支儀，主漸獲後福。

This lesson involves the three transmissions interacting through mutual generation, indicating smoothness in affairs and favorable opportunities. Unfortunately, the day stem is covered by the tomb god, leading to confusion and lack of clarity; both people and the dwelling are drained, resulting in emptiness and lack of tangible results. Moreover, the "three intersections" suggest entanglement in matters, while the "two troubles" indicate encountering obstacles everywhere, so caution is needed for good fortune. Fortunately, the middle and final transmissions are positioned over the term and branch indicators, suggesting that gradually, good fortune will be obtained in the future.

天時：久陰，亦時有雨，得雷而晴。家宅：家有陰私不明之事，兼防盜竊財物，女口有災。婚姻：易合而不宜。胎產：易產，防產後血脫。功名：被薦，而自失機會，署印襲職則吉。求財：得即耗散，大約耗於築墳造屋之類。

Weather: There has been a long period of cloudy weather, with occasional rain, and it only cleared up after thunder. Residence: There are hidden private matters at home, and there is also a need to guard against theft of money. Women in the household may suffer misfortune. Marriage: It is easy to form a relationship, but it is not suitable. Pregnancy: Childbirth is easy, but there is a need to guard against postpartum hemorrhage and weakness. Official rank: Although someone recommends you, you yourself miss the opportunity; if you take on a position as an agent or inherit a post, it will be auspicious. Seeking wealth: The wealth obtained is immediately spent, mostly on things like repairing tombs and building houses.

疾病：或血症，或產症，皆係虛脫，宜補。失脫：不宜根尋，尋之反損。出行：利投親赴薦，防遺忘物件。行人：丑寅日到。爭訟：得吉者有人暗助，凶者防徒流之罪。兵戰：有來使，多虛少實，始終不一。

Disease: It may be a blood condition or a postpartum illness, both belonging to the category of deficiency and exhaustion, and treatment should focus on tonification. Lost items: Do not search thoroughly, as the more you search, the greater the loss. Travel: It is favorable to visit relatives or attend a recommendation appointment, but be cautious of forgetting personal belongings. Waiting for a traveler: The person will arrive on the day of Chou or Yin. Lawsuits: Those with a favorable divination will have someone secretly helping them, while those with an unfavorable divination should beware of being sentenced to imprisonment or exile. Military affairs: There will be envoys coming, mostly with more words than substance, and inconsistent statements from before and after.

畢法云：權攝不正祿臨支，三傳遞生人舉薦，人宅受脫俱招盜。課經云：午加酉為死交，酉加午為破交，反吟為反目交，皆不能成合之象。課無陰合，則名三交不交，或年月日時皆仲，則名三交不解，二者禍甚於交也。若氣旺將吉，又名乘軒，占官大貴。

The *Bi Fa Fu* says: When the official of fortune is located on the day branch, it indicates acting as a deputy, with unclear status; if the three transmissions generate each other in sequence, it suggests someone will recommend a person; if both the person and the dwelling are weakened and drained, both ends will suffer from theft. The *Ke Jing* says: When the hour of Wu is placed on the hour of You, it is called "dead meeting"; when the hour of You is placed on the hour of Wu, it is called "broken meeting"; when reverse chanting and opposition occur, it is called "turning back meeting," all of which indicate a situation that cannot be reconciled. If there are no yin combinations among the four lessons, it is called "three meetings not meeting"; if the sovereign year, month builder, day branch, and hour are all the four central hours of Zi, Wu, Mao, and You, it is called "three meetings not resolving"; these two situations are more harmful than ordinary three meetings. Conversely, if the energy is strong and the heavenly general is favorable, it is called "riding in a carriage," which indicates a high official position and great fortune.

課體：重審，間傳，勵德，龍戰。課義：晝夜貴聚，事無憑據，本身力弱，占病深慮。

This lesson's "Lesson Pattern" is "Re-examination," combined with "Intermittent Transmission," "Encouraging Virtue," and "Dragon Struggle." The four-character "Lesson Meaning" states: both daytime and nighttime dignitaries gather in the chart, yet this makes the matter uncertain; the Day Stem itself is weak, and if it relates to illness, there is deep concern.

解曰：夜貴被克，晝貴空亡，雖入用傳，不得其力。況貴多則事不歸一，貴人不救病。丁火死於酉，本身力弱，所以深可慮也。末助初財，遍地貴人，反無依據。酉財晝雀夾克，中末空亡，用破傳空，身心不利。如用夜貴，名咄目煞，乃貴人咄目專視，反坐罪也。

At night, the nobleman is overcome, and during the day, the nobleman falls into kongwang. Although the two noblemen have entered the first transmission, they cannot provide support. Moreover, when there are many noblemen, the authority of the matter is not unified; and noblemen are not responsible for curing illness. The fire of ding is in you, which is in a state of death and extinction, and the day stem itself is weak, so the illness is deeply concerning. The final transmission brings a wealth hexagram that supports the first transmission, but the whole chart is full of noblemen, and there is no place to rely on. The wealth of you metal is attacked by the vermilion bird of the day from both sides, and the middle and final transmissions are all in kongwang. The useful god is broken, and the three transmissions fall into kongwang, which is disadvantageous to both body and mind. If we take the night nobleman as the useful god, it is called "duo mu sha" — the nobleman stares at you with eyes wide open, and instead, you will be punished.

斷曰：此極陰之卦，事見冥濛。酉為閉口，又遭夾克，心跡難明，告貴不允。又卦名龍戰，事主進退逡巡，疑惑不定。若積德之家，自致安寧。倘生妄求，必成災悔。

This is the hexagram of "Extreme Yin," indicating that matters are in a state of confusion and obscurity. The metal of You is the god who closes his mouth, and it is further constrained by pressure from both front and back. One's thoughts cannot be clearly expressed, and one's actions cannot be clearly explained. Even when appealing to the nobleman, one will not be granted an audience. This hexagram is also known as "Dragon Strife," indicating that matters are hesitant and indecisive, with back and forth hesitation and uncertainty. If it is a family that has accumulated virtue and goodness, it will naturally return to peace and tranquility. But if there is an improper and excessive desire, it will certainly bring about calamity and regret.

天時：久陰。家宅：虛耗，主出孤寡善人，或欺誑不實之人。婚姻：不宜。胎產：胎動不安，生女，防瘖啞。功名：已仕轉動，未仕蹭蹬。求財：不由自己，任人予奪。投謁：先天後違，主客異志。

Weather: prolonged overcast skies. Residence: the household suffers from loss, indicating the emergence of someone who is solitary and kind-hearted, or someone who is deceitful and dishonest. Marriage: not suitable. Pregnancy: restlessness in the womb, giving birth to a girl, beware of her being mute at birth. Official position: those already in office may receive a transfer, while those not yet in office will experience delays and stagnation. Seeking wealth: money is not under one's control, it depends on others to give or not. Sending letters or visiting: initially smooth, but later conflicting, with the host and guest having differing intentions.

疾病：主氣病，或嘔吐咽塞，或在心肺，乍病癒，久病危。失脫：逃人自歸，失物賊繫婦人，見者不肯言。出行：遇貴無益。行人：春秋占必來，冬夏占不至。爭訟：利後動，終解釋。兵戰：晝占虛詐，夜占有功，虎頭蛇尾。

Disease: This indicates illness in the qi aspect, or symptoms such as vomiting and obstruction in the throat, or illness in the heart and lungs. A recent illness can recover, but a long-term illness is dangerous. Lost items: The person who ran away will return by themselves; the lost item was stolen by a woman, and the person who saw it will not speak about it. Travel: Meeting a nobleman on the way brings no benefit. Waiting for a traveler: If the divination is cast in spring or autumn, the person will surely come; if cast in winter or summer, the person will not come. Litigation: It is advantageous to act after the other party, and eventually one will be released from the case. Military action: If the divination is cast in the daytime, there will be much bluffing and deceit; if cast at night, one can achieve success, but the success will be incomplete and lacking in perseverance.

畢法云：課傳俱貴反無依，晝夜貴加求兩貴，鬼乘天乙乃神祇，用破身心無所歸。訂訛云：六陰朦昧，似涉重淵，公凶私利，病患纏延。課經云：酉臨於為亞魁星。又云：酉加丁干，謂之財作閉口。

The *Bifa Fu* says: When the four lessons and three transmissions are full of noblemen, one actually has no support; when both day and night noblemen are added together, one seeks help from two noblemen at the same time; when ghostly signs are riding on the heavenly master nobleman, the trouble comes from divine beings; when the useful god is broken, one's body and mind have nowhere to rest. The *Ke Jing Ding E* says: Six yin spirits are dim and unclear, like entering a deep abyss, public affairs are ominous while private matters are beneficial, and illness is prolonged and lingering. The *Ke Jing* says: When酉 is on 丁, it is called "Ya Kui Xing" (the original text reads "You Lin Yu," with "Yu" being a mistake for "Ding"). It also says: When酉 is placed on the 丁 stem, it is called the wealth sign being closed.

課體：見機，順茹，斬關，龍戰。課義：夜占財退，必因同類，病者腰疼，晝貴勿恃。

This divination lesson has the "Lesson Pattern" of "Seeing Opportunity" — one must act according to the opportunity; it also includes "Smooth Progress" with the three transmissions proceeding smoothly like connected reeds; and it also includes "Cutting the Gate" and "Dragon Strife." The four-character "Lesson Meaning" states: starting a lesson at night indicates the loss of wealth, and the cause is certainly among brothers of the same type; the sick person will suffer from lower back pain; and the nobleman in the daytime is unreliable.

解曰：日財申也，夜占乘蛇，且三傳與日同類，有兄弟分爭之象，財之所以退也。辰為腰，臨卯被克，而乘白虎，虎專主筋骨，故腰痛為害也。此夾定三傳格，謂日課未在午前，日支卯在辰後，夾定三傳，凡事進退，皆不由人。

On a day with the Day Stem Jia, the wealth hexagram is the Metal of Shen. When casting the lesson at night, Shen is occupied by Teng Snake. Moreover, the three transmissions share the same fire element as the Day Stem, indicating a case of similar wealth hexagrams, suggesting a conflict among siblings, which causes the wealth to scatter. The hour Chen is associated with the waist in human terms. Now it is located on Mao and is being overcome by wood, while also being occupied by White Tiger, which governs bones and sinews. Therefore, this indicates a problem of lower back pain. This lesson belongs to the pattern of "Three Transmissions Enclosed": the Day Stem's Wei is before Wu, and the Day Branch's Mao is after Chen, enclosing the three transmissions in front and behind. Thus, all matters are constrained, and one has no freedom in advancing or retreating.

斷曰：此龍戰斬關之卦，前程有阻，心多疑貳，孟進不能，孟退不得。君子占之，獲福重疊，順茹之象不虛也。寅午之歲，及酉月酉時占俱不利。又干支皆乘前一辰，網羅身宅，豈能亨快。止利守己，則為干支乘旺。倘若妄動，變為網羅，又作羊刃。

This is a lesson of "Dragon Struggle" accompanied by "Cutting the Gate": there are obstacles ahead, confusion in the mind, unable to advance when wanting to, and unable to retreat when wanting to. (The original text has two instances of the character "Meng," which are errors for "Yu.") If a gentleman divines this, he will have abundant blessings, and the image of gradual progress through "Shun Ru" is not empty talk. However, it is unfavorable in the years of Yin and Wu, and in the months and hours of You. Moreover, both the day stem and day branch are occupied by the earthly branch of the previous one, like a net surrounding oneself and one's home, where can there be smooth success? It is only favorable to be content with one's position—then it becomes a旺 (prosperous) situation for the heavenly stem and earthly branch. But if one acts recklessly, the prosperity will turn into a net, and further transform into Yang Ren (a harmful influence) that harms people.

天時：夜占有雨，晝占雷電無雨，後久晴。家宅：室窄人多，主有伏尸。婚姻：吉，但宜遲合。胎產：未實，又主連胎。功名：先難後易。求財：有得，見妻成災。

Weather: If the divination is cast at night, there will be rain; if cast during the day, there will be thunder and lightning but no rain, and then there will be prolonged clear weather. House: The house is narrow and the population is large, indicating that there are buried unclaimed corpses underground. Marriage: It is auspicious, but it is better to marry later. Pregnancy: The fetal energy is not yet settled, and it indicates that one pregnancy will follow another. Achieving fame: It will be difficult at first but easy later. Seeking wealth: One can obtain wealth, but it will cause misfortune due to the wife.

疾病：主腰痛，先重後輕，書符合藥，厭禱最宜。失脫：在家左右前後，不漏。捕捉：晝占賊遠去，不可獲；若及之，必傷人而走。出行：正宜更新，外出主投人得所。行人：未還。爭訟：宜和。兵戰：主敵人求和之象。

Disease: Indicates lower back pain, which is heavy at first and then lightens. Drawing talismans and taking medicine, as well as performing rituals and prayers for appeasement, are most suitable. Lost items: The lost item is within the front, back, left, or right of the residence and cannot escape. Pursuit of a fugitive: If the lesson is cast in the daytime, the thief has already fled far away and cannot be caught; if by chance he is caught, he will certainly injure someone before fleeing. Travel: It is most suitable to change to a new situation, and going out to seek help from others will result in a good arrangement. Waiting for a traveler: The traveler has not yet returned. Litigation: It is suitable to reach a reconciliation. Military action: Indicates that the enemy has a desire for peace.

畢法云：所謀多拙遭羅網。照膽訣云：除定開危卯未方，龍陰后合可迍藏。課經云：丑加子為腹胎格，蓋丑為腹也。

The Bi Fa Fu says: Matters under consideration are mostly clumsy, leading one to fall into a trap. The Zhao Dan Jue says: On the days of Chú, Dìng, Kāi, and Wēi in the twelve values of Jian Chu, if paired with the directions Mǎo and Wèi, and if the auspicious generals Qing Long, Tai Yin, Tian Hou, and Liu He are present, one can avoid difficulties and hide from misfortune. The Ke Jing says: When Chǒu is placed on Zi, it is called the "Fu Tai" pattern, because Chǒu is associated with the abdomen in the human body.

課體：伏吟，天羅，斬關，泆女，元胎。課義：晝虎乘生，夜龍鬼並，機關在末，能敗能成。

This divination lesson has a "Lesson Pattern" of "Hidden Chant," combined with "Heavenly Net," indicating being trapped like a net overhead; also combined with "Cutting the Gate," and "Fleeing Woman," suggesting an image of a woman running away and losing her chastity; also combined with "Original Fetus," meaning all three transmissions are in the first quarters. The "Lesson Meaning" states in four-character phrases: During the day, the White Tiger is on the Growth position, and at night, the Azure Dragon is with the ghost爻 (ghost sign) together; the key to success or failure lies entirely in the final transmission, which can either ruin or accomplish things.

解曰：白虎凶將，而晝臨長生，不幸中之幸也。青龍吉將，而夜乘日鬼，幸中之不幸也。寅若生巳，則巳亦生干。申若克寅，則寅亦克干，成敗所由分也，機關不亦危乎。巳克申金，申克寅木，寅克戊土，是為三傳遞克。後寅生巳火，巳生戊土，是為末助初生，故有苦盡甘來之喻。

The White Tiger is inherently a malevolent general, but when it appears in the position of Growth, it is a fortunate turn of events amidst misfortune; the Azure Dragon is naturally a benevolent general, yet when it rides upon the ghostly trigram that controls the self, it becomes a misfortune within a fortunate situation. If the Wood of寅 generates the Fire of巳, the Fire of巳 then generates the Earth of戊 day stem; if the Metal of申 controls the Wood of寅, the Wood of寅 then controls the Earth of戊 day stem—success or failure is determined here, and this situation is indeed perilous. The Fire of巳 controls the Metal of申, the Metal of申 controls the Wood of寅, and the Wood of寅 controls the Earth of戊, forming a sequence of mutual control among the three transmissions; conversely, the Wood of寅 generates the Fire of巳, and the Fire of巳 generates the Earth of戊, which is the final transmission supporting the initial one to benefit the day stem. This is likened to hardship giving way to eventual ease.

斷曰：此卦遞刑遞克，自任無恩，先必有人克害於我，遂至眾口一詞，沸然騰謗。或常人素行兇橫，遂被雷攻。朝官遇此，亟宜提防檢束，反有升遷之美。

This lesson involves continuous mutual control and punishment, with everything only leading to one's own labor without receiving any favor. At first, there will certainly be someone who harms me, leading to widespread slander and heated criticism. If a common person has always acted violently, they will face a thunderous attack from the crowd. For those in official positions, encountering this lesson means they should be cautious, restrain themselves, and examine their own conduct, which may instead bring good fortune and promotion.

天時：密雲不雨，見風反為晴。家宅：平安，宅神脫日，不富。婚姻：女求男，成就遲。胎產：生女，胎安易產，七月占，防不育。功名：應舉得魁，仕得捧印。求財：晝占得田土，夜占費口舌。投謁：在家，賓主合。

Heavenly weather: dark clouds are thick but no rain falls; once the wind blows, the sky clears. Residential situation: the family is safe and sound, but the household spirit is draining the energy of the day stem, so the family is not wealthy. Marriage: the woman initiates the proposal, and the relationship develops slowly. Pregnancy and childbirth: a girl is expected, with stable fetal energy and an easy delivery; if the lesson is cast in July, there is a risk of the child not surviving. Achieving fame and status: one should pass the examination as the top candidate and attain a position of authority in government. Seeking wealth: if the lesson is cast in the daytime, one can acquire land and property; if cast at night, one needs to spend time persuading others. Sending messages or visiting: the host is at home, and the host and guest are in harmony.

疾病：胎氣吉，餘病危，尊長尤不利。失脫：離本家，即不可獲。出行：遲遲後出。行人：立至，值家中有喜事。爭訟：勝負不定。兵戰：兵刃相接，慎者無敗。

Disease: If the illness is due to fetal qi, it is auspicious; otherwise, it is dangerous, particularly harmful to the family's elders. Lost items: Once they leave the family door, they cannot be recovered. Travel: One must delay departure. Waiting for a traveler: The person will arrive immediately, coinciding with a family celebration. Lawsuits: The outcome is not yet decided. Military conflict: Both sides engage in combat; the cautious side will not suffer defeat.

畢法云：三傳互克眾人欺，賓主不投刑在上；信任丁馬須言動，變克翻為兩面非。課經云：伏吟卦，惟六戊日凶。蓋三傳遞剋日干，全無和氣，切不可作甲戊庚三奇言之。

The "Bifa Fu" says: When the three transmitters mutually control each other, the subject will be oppressed by many people; if the host and guest do not share the same sentiment, it is because the punishment falls on the upper deity; once the day stem and the post-horse are confirmed, the interpretation should focus on speech and action; if originally mutual control suddenly turns into mutual generation, it will lead to being disliked by both sides. The "Ke Jing" says: In a Hidden Chant hexagram, only the six戊 days are dangerous, because the three transmitters successively control the day stem, with no sign of harmony; it is absolutely wrong to explain it using the theory of the three marvels of甲, 戊, and 庚.

課體：比用，退茹，不備，天罡。課義：鬼臨干墓，宜求門戶，冬晝火災，病訟如縷。

This lesson's "Lesson Pattern" is "Comparison and Use" — among the four lessons, there are two instances of mutual control, and the one that matches the day stem in yin and yang is chosen for initiating transmission; it also includes "Retreating and Consuming" and "Incompleteness"; it also includes "Tiangang," with the hour of Chen being Tiangang. The "Lesson Meaning" in four-character phrases says: the ghost爻 is located on the day stem's tomb, so one should seek prevention at the entrance and gate; starting a lesson during winter daylight brings fire; illness and legal disputes are connected continuously like threads.

解曰：辰為戊土之墓，卯以干鬼臨支，是為墓中之鬼，占病見凶宜矣。卯辰相害，事多虛聲。且卯為門戶，故宜謹之。又晝乘朱雀克宅，在冬占為火鬼，主有火災也。墓神覆日，非憂即病。鬼臨三四，官訟難免。

Chen is the storage place for Wu earth, and Mao wood, as the ghost of the day stem, is present on the day branch, which is called a ghost hidden in the storage. When predicting illness, it is natural to see misfortune. Mao and Chen mutually harm each other, and matters are often exaggerated. Moreover, Mao represents the gate in symbolic terms, so one should be cautious and vigilant about the gate. Furthermore, during the day, the Mao position is occupied by the Vermilion Bird, which attacks the house. In winter, when setting the course, Mao is the fire ghost, indicating a fire disaster. The storage god covers the day stem, meaning either worry or illness; if the ghost爻 is present on the third and fourth lessons, legal disputes are inevitable.

斷曰：此卦連茹逆傳，陽課不備，事主牽連疑貳，謀望難成。又墓臨干，鬼臨支，人既昏昧，宅亦未寧。若能檢點身心，勿妄動作，自然災消福至。己丑歲，三七十一月，占病遇之，多見哭泣。卯加辰，乘朱雀，大概有口舌文書之事。

This divination shows that the three transmissions are connected and moving in reverse, indicating a broken and incomplete yang lesson. This suggests that matters will be entangled and complicated, with indecision and difficulty in achieving goals. Additionally, the Tomb Spirit (mound spirit) is present on the day stem, and the ghost爻 (ghost trigram) is on the day branch, indicating that the person is confused and the household is unsettled. If one can be cautious and restrain actions, then misfortune will dissipate and good fortune will arrive. In the year of Jichou, during the third, seventh, and eleventh months, if this lesson is used for divination regarding illness, it is likely that there will be incidents involving crying. The卯 (rabbit) is placed on the辰 (dragon) and is accompanied by the Vermilion Bird, suggesting that there will be disputes and matters related to documents and words.

天時：晝占無雨，夜占可得。家宅：謹守門戶，防有火災。婚姻：不成。胎產：防有枝指、缺唇之病。功名：求官見貴，破中有成。求財：反覆不得。

Weather: If the lesson is cast in the daytime, there will be no rain; if cast at night, rain may be obtained. Residence: Be careful to guard the doors and watch out for fire. Marriage: It will not succeed. Childbirth: Be careful that the child may be born with defects such as six fingers or a cleft lip. Official position: Seeking an official post and meeting the nobleman, although in a state of damage, there will still be success. Seeking wealth: There will be much toiling without success.

疾病：淹纏或主疫氣，或頭疼發熱。失脫：財物難獲，逃亡急尋。出行：不能動，動亦阻隔不利。行人：未至，占寅卯生人即至。爭訟：利為客者，又主牢禁病纏。兵戰：將軍辰卯年命者最忌，敵兵必至，戰不成。

Disease: prolonged illness, or epidemic disease, or headache and fever. Lost property: lost belongings are difficult to recover, and those who have run away should be pursued immediately. Travel: unable to move, even if one tries to go, there will be many obstacles and everything will be unfavorable. Waiting for a traveler: the person has not arrived yet; if the person was born in the year of寅 or卯, they will arrive immediately. Lawsuits: favorable for the party that comes later; it also indicates imprisonment and prolonged illness. Military affairs: the general's birth year in辰 or卯 is most to be avoided; the enemy will certainly arrive, but the battle cannot be fought.

畢法云：尊崇傳內遇三奇，彼此猜忌害相隨，鬼臨三四訟災隨。金口三才賦：木入土鄉，瘡災牢獄。朱雀文書口舌，六合喜慶婚姻。

The *Bifa Fu* says: One can attain honor and success because the three transmissions include the three marvels; mutual suspicion arises when the six harms are present; if the ghost爻 is on the third or fourth lesson, litigation and calamity will follow. The *Jinkou Sanchai Fu* says: When wood enters the realm of earth, it indicates illness and imprisonment; the Vermilion Bird governs documents and disputes, while Liu He governs joy and marriage.

課體：重審，間傳，極陰，龍德。課義：彼己受克，丁馬身宅，夜傳皆陷，靜躁無益。

This lesson's "Lesson Pattern" is "Re-examination," combined with "Intermediate Transmission," "Extreme Yin," and "Dragon Virtue." The four-character "Lesson Meaning" states: both the other party and oneself are being restrained; the Ding spirit and the Post-horse are respectively located on oneself and the residence; when the lesson was cast at night, all three transmissions fall into empty and hidden positions; whether calm or restless, there is no benefit.

解曰：卯丁克日，寅馬克宅，是為彼己俱傷。雖曰丁馬宜動，如此動之，何益也。用神乘天空，中傳旬空，末傳坐空，三傳俱陷，躁固有失，靜亦無得。然靜守雖無所益，不愈於妄動生災乎。

The wood of Mao is bringing the Ding god to attack the day stem, while the wood of Yin brings the post-horse to attack the day branch's dwelling. This results in both sides being harmed. Although the Ding god and the post-horse are active, what benefit is there in such movement? The first transmission's useful god is riding the sky void (indicating deception and falsehood), the middle transmission falls into the ten-thousand emptiness, and the final transmission also sits in emptiness. All three transmissions are in a fallen position: although restlessness leads to loss, stillness brings nothing. However, although stillness brings no benefit, it is better than reckless action that invites misfortune.

斷曰：此重審之卦，又名間傳，動多阻滯。所喜初傳乘空，譬若陰暗瀰漫，忽得好風吹至，撥雲霧而睹青天也。

This is a "Chong Shen" divination, also known as "Jian Chuan," which signifies that once something starts, there will be many obstructions. Fortunately, the first transmission is riding on Tian Kong, like a sudden gust of good wind breaking through heavy clouds, clearing the mist and revealing the blue sky.

天時：重陰，得風而解。家宅：門戶阻塞，丁多而貧。婚姻：女長於男，晝占吉。胎產：生女不實。功名：未遂。求財：虛。疾病：傷脾胃之症，無妨，久病危。交易：須見參差，宜忍。出行：東方吉。行人：還家。爭訟：田土口舌，文書惑亂。兵戰：晝占吉，夜占凶。墳墓：局合三奇，發丁發貴，宜多種松楸。

Weather: Overcast with layered clouds, the clouds will disperse only after the wind rises. House: The entrance is blocked, although there are many people, they are poor. Marriage: The woman is older than the man, and it is auspicious to cast the divination during the day. Pregnancy: A girl is expected, but the fetal energy is not strong. Achieving fame and status: Not as desired. Seeking wealth: A futile effort. Illness: A disorder of the spleen and stomach, not serious, but dangerous if the illness persists. Trade and commerce: There will be discrepancies and mismatches, requiring patience and waiting. Travel: Going east is auspicious. Waiting for a traveler: The person has returned home. Litigation: Disputes over land and property, with confusion in the documents. Military affairs: Casting the divination during the day is auspicious, but at night it is inauspicious. Burial: The entire chart forms the Three Marvels, indicating a thriving population and the emergence of noble people; it is suitable to plant many pine and Chinese catalpa trees.

畢法云：支干全傷防兩損，用破身心無所歸，夫婦蕪淫各有私。課經訂訛云：鬼臨墓為得地，引類呼朋，故名鬼呼。古鑑：戊申六月未將酉時，占家宅曰：戊辰干支，丑又為土，加於卯門，主有土塞東邊門。干上得卯，支上得寅，寅卯六月入墓，為死木，主壁外有兩棺。末傳酉加亥為敗地，乘太陰為老婦，主以酒病死。丑亥酉名為極陰，惟傳空可解。然亦主家道消索，俱驗。

The "Bifa Fu" says: When both the day stem and day branch are harmed, one should beware of damage to both people and the home; the useful god is broken, and the mind and body have nowhere to rest; the husband and wife each harbor private feelings, leading to confusion and disorder. The "Ke Jing Ding E" says: When the ghost hexagram is on top of the tomb, it is considered to have the advantage of geographical location, and it will attract similar beings and gather companions, so it is called "ghost calling." The "Gu Jian" records a case: In the year of Wushen, sixth lunar month, using the method of adding the hour of You, a divination was made about the family dwelling. The interpretation said: The dry branch Wuchen, with Chou (the earthy branch) also belonging to earth, is placed on the position of Mao (the portal), indicating a pile of earth blocking the eastern gate; the day stem receives Mao, and the day branch receives Yin, with Yin and Mao being two wooden branches that are buried in the sixth lunar month, indicating two coffins buried outside the wall; the final transmission, You, is placed on Hai, which is a place of failure, and it is accompanied by Tai Yin (indicating private matters, darkness, and an old woman's condition), indicating that there is an old woman in the family who died from illness caused by drinking. Chou, Hai, and You together are called extreme Yin, and only when the three transmissions fall into an empty position can the situation be resolved; even if resolved, it still indicates the family's fortune gradually declining. Later events proved this to be accurate.

課體：元首，奇化，元胎，地結。課義：守之見傷，動入空鄉，晝虎祛禍，夜龍輔戕。

This lesson's "Lesson Pattern" is "Yuan Shou", combined with "Qi Hua" and "Yuan Tai"; also combined with "Di Jie" — the Earth Plate is entangled and difficult to resolve. The "Lesson Meaning" in four-character phrases says: staying still leads to harm, but once moving, one steps into the land of Kongwang; during the day, the White Tiger can help remove misfortune, but at night, the Azure Dragon helps others to harm me.

解曰：寅木克干，不可守也。棄之而入中傳，亥乃動入空鄉，亦不居也。晝虎乘申克寅鬼而空亡祛禍，夜龍助寅伐干而脫干財。吉凶禍福，互相倚伏，豈可執而論哉。

The wood of寅 is able to overcome the earth of戊 on the day stem, but it cannot be held; it is abandoned and enters the middle transmission, with the water of亥 falling into the kongwang place, and thus cannot be retained. During the day, the white tiger rides on the metal of申 to overcome the ghost of寅 wood, though it falls into kongwang, it is actually beneficial in removing misfortune; at night, the azure dragon supports the wood of寅 to attack the day stem, and also drains the wealth of the day stem. It is evident that good and bad, misfortune and fortune, are interdependent, and one cannot rigidly judge based on a single aspect.

斷曰：此卦抑塞未通，圖謀未遂，內生災惱，外見侵凌，幸元首元胎，又傳中有解，主先憂後喜，難中有易。春季夜占，為陽開泰運之象，申亥年月不利。

This lesson indicates blocked and suppressed energy, preventing smooth flow, and things planned cannot be realized. There is trouble at home and being harassed from outside. Fortunately, there is both "original leader" and "original embryo," with a resolving deity among the three transmissions, indicating initial worry followed by joy, and difficulty mixed with ease. A lesson cast in spring night suggests the rising of yang energy and a turning of favorable fortune; however, it is unfavorable in the year and month of Shen and in the year and month of Hai.

天時：晝占先晴後雨，夜占雨多。家宅：主兄弟眾，宅兩旁主有小巷，東者宜閉。婚姻：諧合，得妻財。胎產：晝占即產，夜占生女不育。功名：加官進祿，試者登科。求財：夜占大有利。

Weather: When casting a divination during the day, the sky will first be clear then rain; when casting at night, there will be much rain and wind. Residence: The owner has many brothers, and the house has two small alleys on either side, with the one on the east being suitable to be closed. Marriage: A harmonious relationship will lead to a successful marriage, and there is also a chance to gain property through the wife. Pregnancy and childbirth: If casting during the day, the child will be born immediately; if casting at night, a girl will be born but she may not live long. Official rank: There will be promotion and increased salary, and those taking exams will pass successfully. Seeking wealth: Casting at night is highly advantageous.

疾病：晝占似凶而後愈，夜占似愈而反甚。失脫：繫奴婢所竊，遞入勢家。出行：上官赴任吉，餘無利。行人：有戀不肯行。爭訟：先者勝。兵占：夜占吉，得寶貨圖書。墳墓：主低窪，或被賊挖。

Disease: A divination cast in the daytime appears ominous at first but eventually leads to recovery; one cast in the night seems favorable but results in worsening condition. Lost items: They were stolen by a servant and passed on to a powerful household. Travel: It is auspicious for someone taking up an official post, but for others, going out is not beneficial. Waiting for a traveler: He has other attachments and is unwilling to leave. Lawsuits: The party that acts first will win. Military operations: A night divination is favorable, indicating the capture of treasures, goods, and documents. Burial: The site is low-lying and may be dug up by tomb robbers.

畢法云：干支全傷防兩損，三傳遞生人薦舉；喜懼空亡乃妙機，龍加生氣吉遲遲(三月占)。心鏡云：三傳俱孟是元胎，五行生處主嬰孩；所占百事皆新意，或卜懷胎結偶來，括囊賦云：元首尊神，所作仰為領袖。又云：元胎孟卜干嬰孩。又云：寅加巳兮灶更。

The "Bifa Fu" says: If both the day stem and day branch are injured, one should beware of losses on both ends; if the three transmissions are interrelated in a cycle of mutual generation, it indicates that someone will recommend the person; if there is one joy and one fear, one should look at where the empty void falls, for there is a wonderful mechanism here; if the Azure Dragon is placed on the life qi, it is auspicious but the good fortune comes slowly—this passage originally refers to a class of divination started in the third lunar month. The "Xin Jing" says: if all three transmissions are in the four initial months (寅, 申, 巳, 亥), it is called "Yuan Tai," and if the five elements are in the place of growth, it indicates matters concerning infants; whatever is divined will have a new aspect, or the person consulting the divination is seeking to know about pregnancy or marriage. The "Kuan Nang Fu" says: "Yuan Shou" is the god of the superior, and one can rely on it as a leader in its actions; it also says that "Yuan Tai" mostly concerns matters about infants (the original text's "Meng Bu" has "Meng" as a mistaken character for "Yu"); it also says that if寅 is placed on巳, it indicates a change of stove.

課體：重審，潤下，旬化。課義：上和下睦，傳財盛極，春夏可取，秋冬難得。

This lesson's "Lesson Pattern" is "Chong Shen" (Re-examination), combined with "Run Xia" (Moistening Down). The three transmits form the water triad of Shen-Zi-Chen, taking the meaning from the "Hong Fan" that "water is called Run Xia." It is also combined with "Xun Hua" (Decade Transformation), referring to the transformation of the ten heavenly stems. The "Lesson Meaning" is expressed in four-character phrases: the upper and lower parts are harmonious and friendly, with the wealth transmitted by the three transmits reaching its peak. Seeking during spring and summer can still be successful, but in autumn and winter it becomes difficult to achieve.

解曰：巳酉丑，申子辰，干支上下三合。申子辰作傳，而干上乘丑，又作六合，可謂上下和睦矣。春夏水當休囚，若於此時求之，反可有得。若秋冬水旺及時，傳財太旺，反使財虧也。戊日辰乘元武，為收魂神，十一月尤忌，辰為死氣故也。大吉真貴臨日，主有神聖降佑。

The combination of Si, You, and Chou forms a metal triad, and the combination of Shen, Zi, and Chen forms a water triad. The day stem and day branch are perfectly aligned to form a triple harmony. The three transmissions are water triad (Shen, Zi, Chen), and the day stem is also joined by Chou earth to form a Liu He. This indicates harmony between the upper and lower parts. In spring and summer, water is weak and confined, so seeking wealth at this time can actually be beneficial. However, if it is in autumn or winter when water is strong and flourishing, the excessive wealth in the three transmissions may lead to financial loss. On Wu day, the Chen branch is occupied by the Black Tortoise, which is a spirit of summoning souls. This is especially to be avoided in the eleventh month, as Chen is in a state of death qi during that time. The Chou earth is a great blessing and is the true nobleman for Wu day, indicating divine blessings and protection.

斷曰：此潤下之卦，觸處皆財，又得青龍入傳，可云稱心遂意。傳課中三合六合，經云：三合相呼見喜忻，縱然帶惡不成嗔。何況三傳皆作日之財，全無障礙。干上六合，主有人在內相助而成，惟占病及解釋憂疑事不宜，秋冬亦不利。

This is a "Run Xia" lesson, with wealth appearing everywhere, and the Azure Dragon entering the three transmissions, indicating things will go smoothly according to one's wishes. Among the four lessons and three transmissions, there are both Triple Harmony and Liu He. The classic says: Triple Harmony mutually support each other, bringing joy; even if an evil spirit is present, anger cannot be aroused. Moreover, all three transmissions are wealth hexagrams of the day stem, with no obstacles. The day stem is accompanied by Liu He, indicating someone within will help to facilitate matters. However, this lesson is not suitable for divination regarding illness or resolving doubts, and it is also unfavorable in autumn and winter.

天時：大雨沾足，久陰不晴。家宅：平安，宜疏通溝瀆。婚姻：和合，女性過柔。胎產：生女，產遲。功名：仕宦順利，惟不利文書。求財：春夏大利，秋冬不利。

Weather: Heavy rain falls thoroughly, and the sky remains cloudy without clearing for a long time. Residence: Safe and peaceful, it is advisable to clear the drainage channels and waterways. Marriage: Harmony can lead to success, but the bride's nature is too gentle. Pregnancy and childbirth: A girl is expected, and the childbirth will be delayed. Official career: Smooth in official matters, but not favorable for matters related to documents. Seeking wealth: Very favorable in spring and summer, but unfavorable in autumn and winter.

疾病：不利尊長，餘火病及上部病速愈，腎家病淹滯難愈。失脫：在西方，賊有窩藏者。出行：利舟楫，不宜從陸。行人：即歸家。爭訟：宜和，賤者牽連不已。兵戰：晝憂夜吉。

Disease: It is unfavorable to the family's elders; however, diseases with a fiery nature and those affecting the upper body will recover quickly, while kidney-related illnesses will be slow to heal. Lost items: They are lost in the west, and there are others who are hiding the stolen goods. Travel: It is favorable to travel by boat on water routes, but not by land. Waiting for a traveler: The person will return immediately. Litigation: It is favorable to reach a reconciliation; the party of lower status will be involved continuously. Military operations: There is worry if the divination is cast during the day, but it is favorable if cast at night.

畢法云：萬事喜忻三六合，六爻現卦防其克。心印賦云：三合相加日上臨，干支上下一同尋；或占喜事兼姻事，最好相宜望信音。

The Bi Fa Fu says: All worldly affairs bring joy, and this depends on Triple Harmony and Liu He; however, when six lines appear in the hexagram, one should still be cautious about the possible injuries among them. The Xin Yin Fu says: When the Triple Harmony deity is placed upon the Day Stem, one should also examine the deities above and below the Day Stem; if the divination is about joyful matters or marriage, this lesson is most suitable, and one can look forward to good news.

課體：綴瑕，四絕，度厄。課義：夜貴日蹬，虎鬼驂乘，正月妻胎，七月損孕。

This lesson's "Lesson Pattern" is "Zhuixia" — like patching up flaws, forcing a fit; combined with "Sijue" and "Du'e" — overcoming difficulties. The "Lesson Meaning" is expressed in four-character phrases: the night noble (night ruler) is the earth dog (earthly branch for soil) sitting on top of the day stem; the White Tiger and the ghost爻 come together; starting the lesson in the first month indicates the wife is pregnant, while starting in the seventh month suggests the pregnancy is harmed.

解曰：未乃夜貴臨子，而子登於日，既入傳亦為害貴，訟必遭枉斷。末傳馬載虎鬼，病訟甚速。子乃戊土胎才，在正月為生氣，故妻懷胎。在七月為死氣，故損孕。此涉害卦，子午俱下克上，俱與日比，各到本家地盤位上，各涉四害。子加巳，午加亥，又皆孟也。比同，涉害同，加孟又同，故剛日用干上之子發用。訣所謂復等柔辰剛日差者是也。

The earthy branch of Wei (土) is the nobleman in the night, located on Zi (子), and Zi is also placed on the day stem. Since Zi has entered the three transmissions, it is also the spirit that harms the nobleman, so litigation will certainly result in an unjust verdict. The final transmission carries the post-horse along with the white tiger and ghost爻, and both illness and litigation come quickly. Zi water is the fetal wealth of Wu earth (戊土), and in the first month it belongs to life qi, so it indicates the wife is pregnant; in the seventh month it belongs to death qi, so it indicates the pregnancy is harmed. This is a "involved harm" lesson: Zi and Wu are both lower spirits that overcome upper spirits, and both have the same yin and yang as the day stem. When each returns to its own earthly branch position, they each involve four layers of harm. Zi is placed on Si, and Wu is placed on Hai, and both are four young (四孟). Since they are similar in comparison, similar in the depth of harm, and both are placed on four young, the initiating transmission is taken from Zi on the day stem for a yang day (刚日). The mnemonic says, "When they are equal, on a flexible day take from the day branch, and on a strong day take from the day stem, and there is a difference," which refers exactly to this situation.

斷曰：此卦名綴瑕，亦名復等。事主吉凶憂喜，皆屬虛聲。但宜結絕舊事，不可圖新。養拙持謙，災消福至。以干用子，遁出甲鬼，必有病訟臨身。初傳被下賊，歸地盤又被上克，所謂前後逼迫難進退也。

This lesson is called "Zhuixia" or "Fudeng." The main outcomes of good fortune, misfortune, joy, and sorrow are all mere pretense and not to be taken seriously. It is only suitable to conclude old matters, not to start new ones. One should remain simple and humble, and calamities will naturally disappear while good fortune will naturally come. The day stem takes the Zi branch as the initiating transmission, and the hidden stem that emerges is Jia Wood. Jia Wood overcomes Wu Earth to form a ghost, indicating certainly some illness or legal trouble. The first transmission is stolen by the lower god, and when it returns to its original position on the earth plate, it is overcome by the upper god. This is called being pressed from both front and back, and being trapped between advancing and retreating.

天時：晝占風，夜占雨。家宅：虛耗，主有神廟作災，宅中觔斗堆垛。婚姻：不足。胎產：防損。功名：欠利，用財捐者可得。求財：得利。疾病：得於飲食，像凶。捕捉：不宜遲。出行：夜占吉。行人：亥子生人即至。爭訟：甚急速，必得罪於遠方。兵戰：多歷難辛。

Weather: When casting a divination during the day, there is wind; when casting at night, there is rain. Residence: There is a loss of wealth at home, indicating that nearby temples are causing trouble and disaster. There are also piles of miscellaneous items stored inside the house. Marriage: The conditions are insufficient, and the match is not suitable. Pregnancy and childbirth: There is a need to be cautious of injury. Official rank: It is not very smooth, but those who are willing to spend money for official positions can still obtain them. Seeking wealth: Profit can be obtained. Disease: The illness comes from diet, and the symptoms are dangerous. Capturing fugitives: It should not be delayed. Travel: It is auspicious when casting at night. Waiting for a traveler: Those born in the years of亥 or子 will arrive soon. Lawsuits: They come very urgently, and in the end, one will certainly be punished and exiled to a distant place. Military affairs: There will be many hardships and difficulties.

畢法云：夫婦蕪淫各有私。心印賦云：子來加巳為極陽，戊癸為合吉則昌，若逢蛇虎無福祥。觀月經云：忽然涉害起，先舉莫相爭；卦人誰家體，相隨災福生。

The *Bifa Fu* says: Spouses each have their own private feelings, leading to confusion and disorder. The *Xinyin Fu* says: If the water of the son (子水) is placed on top of the snake (巳), it is called "extreme yang." If the combination of Wu and Gui is favorable with good generals, it will be prosperous; but if it meets the two evil generals, White Tiger and Teng Snake, there will be no fortune. The *Guan Jingxue* says: If a sudden harmful course arises, the one who acts first should not quarrel with others; one should examine which school of divination this course belongs to, for disaster and fortune will arise together with it.

課體：反吟，元胎，見機，斬關。課義：課傳俱空，行住無蹤，我去彼絕，久病須凶。

This divination has a "Lesson Pattern" of "Reverse Chant," combined with "Original Fetus," "Perception of Opportunity," and "Cutting the Gate." The four-character "Lesson Meaning" states: all four lessons and the three transmissions are empty, whether to leave or stay there is no place to rely; if I leave, the other side will also be cut off; if it is about a long illness, it will certainly be dangerous.

解曰：戌亥旬空，巳又坐空，辰亦落空，是四課三傳無一不空也。反吟空作往來，是行住無蹤也。巳亥俱臨絕地，以占久病極凶，未丑月占長上病尤不吉。

The戌 and亥 are exactly in the empty position of this ten-day cycle, and the巳 is also sitting on an empty position, while the辰 is also falling into emptiness. Thus, all four lessons and three transmissions are empty. Reverse Chant usually indicates movement and toil, but now the movement is empty, so there is no trace of going or staying. Both the巳 and亥 are located on the position of decline, which is extremely dangerous for a long illness. If this is calculated in the month of未 or丑, it is even more inauspicious for the illness of a superior elder.

斷曰：此無依之卦，又兼傳課俱空，所謂孤辰寡宿，乃十干不到之地，五行脫空之鄉。吉固消亡，凶亦解散。占主事帶兩途，遠近繫心，往返無常，有疑莫決。惟宜復理舊事，兼利避禍潛逃。反吟統震之體，孤寡統革之體，君子總以恐懼修省，改舊圖新為要。

This is a hexagram without support, and it coincides with four lessons and three transmissions all being empty, which is called "Guchen Guasu"—places where the ten heavenly stems cannot reach and where the five phases have fallen into emptiness. Good fortune is eliminated, and misfortune also dissipates. The matter under consideration has two possible paths, with both near and far matters being deeply concerned. Coming and going are uncertain, and there is lingering doubt without clear decision. It is most suitable to re-examine old matters and also favorable for avoiding calamity and fleeing secretly. Reverse Chant belongs to the Zhen hexagram of The Zhou Changes, representing movement and agitation, while Guchen and Guasu belong to the Gé hexagram of transformation, representing change. The virtuous should always emphasize caution, self-cultivation, reforming old practices, and seeking new developments.

天時：占處忽陰忽晴，有雨多在遠處。家宅：不利家長。婚姻：不成，若係下人，一鰥一寡則合。胎產：防搖動墮落，若產後占病反宜。功名：反覆求謀，恐歸無益。求財：近財有，遠財無。投謁：頻往不遇。

Weather: The weather in this place is changeable, with rain mostly coming from afar. Residence: It is not favorable for the head of the household. Marriage: It will not succeed; however, if it is a servant or lower class person, a widower marrying a widow might be suitable. Pregnancy: Be careful of miscarriage due to unstable fetal energy; if this divination is done after childbirth for illness, it is actually suitable. Official rank: One will repeatedly seek opportunities but may end up with no benefit. Seeking wealth: There is wealth nearby but not far away. Sending messages or visiting: Repeated visits will not meet anyone.

疾病：怔仲虛脫暴病，醮祭吉，久病及尊長病凶。失脫：無蹤，防再失。出行：有離鄉漂泊之象。行人：不得歸。爭訟：屢訟不成。兵戰：得敵空營，軍實空乏，宜罷兵息眾為吉。

Disease: This refers to urgent conditions such as palpitations and collapse due to deficiency of qi and blood. If a ritual offering is performed, it will be auspicious; however, for long-term illness or illness of a superior, it will be inauspicious. Lost items: There is no trace at all, and one should also beware of losing them again. Travel: There is an omen of leaving one's homeland and wandering about. Waiting for a traveler: The traveler will not return. Lawsuits: Filing lawsuits repeatedly will not succeed. Military action: The divination indicates an enemy's empty camp, while one's own supplies are insufficient. It is auspicious to cease military operations and disband the troops.

畢法云：來去俱空豈動移。袖中金云：元胎事主四人共謀，終見災異。反吟四孟為絕元胎也。指南：甲戌年二月戌將辰時占科名，德入天門，兩貴加魁罡，沖剋生空，必中高魁。發榜果驗。

The "Bifa Fu" says: Whether coming or going, everything ends in emptiness, so where can one move to? The "Xiu Zhong Jin" states: A lesson with a primordial seed indicates that matters are planned by four people, eventually leading to calamity; if there is reverse chant and all three transmissions are in the first quarters, it is called "ju yuan tai." The "Liu Ren Zhinan" records: In the year of Jiaxu, during the second lunar month, using the戌 general and the辰 hour to divinate about academic success, the virtue spirit entered the heavenly gate, and the day and night dignitaries were placed above Tian Gui and Tian Gang. The four elements of conflict, overcoming, generation, and emptiness were all present, and it was predicted that high fame would be achieved. After the list was published, the prediction proved accurate.

課體：重審，斬關，天羅，飛魂。課義：鬼雖潛伏，唯嫌夜卜，三傳窩犯，利害相逐。

This divination lesson has a "Lesson Pattern" of "Re-examination," combined with "Cutting the Gate," "Heavenly Net," and "Flying Soul." The "Flying Soul" indicates a state of restless and unsettled spirit. The four-character "Lesson Meaning" states: although the ghostly trigram remains hidden and still, it is feared to cast the lesson at night; the three transmissions conceal an intent of infringement, with benefit and harm chasing each other.

解曰：寅乃日鬼，雖乘虎發用，然俯則與酉為仇，仰則與未為難，潛伏不能為禍。惟仕宦夜占，貴臨寅地，致官星不顯，是所嫌也。三傳雖遞克之財，但俱下賊，事多窩犯，利害相逐，禍福倚伏也。寅遞克為財，克干為鬼，所謂兩面刀者是也。

The wood of寅 is the ghost爻 of the day stem戊. Although it is riding on the White Tiger and initiating the transmission, it forms enmity with the metal of酉 below (as酉 metal controls寅 wood), and encounters difficulty with the earth of未 above. Thus, it is hidden and cannot cause harm. However, when someone in official position casts a divination at night and the Nobleman is located at寅, it will prevent the official star from being revealed, which is a cause for concern. Although the three transmissions are successively generated through mutual control and represent wealth, they are all lower spirits that control the upper spirits, indicating hidden intentions of infringement. Benefits and harms pursue each other, and calamity and fortune are interdependent. The wood of寅, following the order of mutual control, is considered wealth, but when it directly controls the day stem, it becomes a ghost. This is exactly what is called a "double-edged sword."

斷曰：此卦三傳受制，全無和氣。又兼戌為課墓，臨於日上，酉脫辰土，臨干支上，是為人宅荒涼，出多入少。日鬼發用，中傳入墓，仕宦不宜，常人為喜。又子未卯辰酉戌，課傳皆為六害，有怙勢相傾，以少凌長之象。或有鬼物損人，亦未可定。

This lesson's three transmissions are all restricted, with no sign of harmony. Moreover, the earth dog (戌土) is the Tomb Spirit of this lesson, pressing upon the day stem; the metal of酉 is draining the earth of辰, and both are located above the day stem and day branch: this indicates that both the person and their dwelling are desolate and cold, with more going out than coming in. The ghost爻 initiating the first transmission, and the middle transmission entering the墓, is unfavorable for those in official positions, but ordinary people would rather be happy. Now looking at the relationships between the heavenly stems and earthly branches in the four lessons and three transmissions, there are all instances of six harms. This suggests a situation of bullying the weak with strength, or the small overpowering the large. It is also possible that there are ghosts or evil spirits harming people.

天時：六合雨師，並臨干上，得雨必多。家宅：牆屋穿破，防賊人。婚姻：晝占可成，夜占不吉。胎產：胎神受未害，防因飲食傷。功名：官星未現。求財：防因財致禍。

Heavenly weather: The Six Harmonies and the Rain God are both present over the day stem, and when it rains, it will certainly be heavy. House: The walls and house have holes, beware of thieves. Marriage: Divination during the day is favorable, but divination at night is not auspicious. Pregnancy: The Fetal Spirit is harmed by the Earthly Branch of Wei, beware of harming the fetus through food. Official position: The official star has not yet appeared. Wealth seeking: Beware of misfortune brought about by money.

疾病：風疾肝症，愈防復發。失脫：物可得，人難獲。出行：遠行謁人，主客反覆，路宜防害。行人：五日內至。爭訟：因財而起，或因酒色，兩造俱損。兵戰：軍中時驚，夜防賊劫。

Disease: It is a wind illness and a liver disease. Although it is cured, one should still be careful to prevent recurrence. Lost items: The things can be found again, but the person cannot be caught. Travel: A long journey to visit someone else, with the host and guest both being unpredictable, and one should be cautious of someone trying to harm on the way. Waiting for a traveler: The person will arrive within five days. Lawsuit: It arises from property or from wine and women, and both the plaintiff and defendant will suffer losses. Military: The army is constantly alarmed, and one should be cautious of enemies attacking the camp at night.

畢法云：彼此猜忌害相隨。照膽秘訣云：三刑六害同傳日，蛇虎疾病朱官方。心印賦云：寅加酉上為用初，中末未與子上居；傳墓為來有一失，行人遠至及文書。袖中金云：飛魂、喪魄更值天乙逆行，白虎入傳，不見生氣，乃大凶之課。

The Bi Fa Fu says: mutual suspicion leads to the six harms following. The Zhao Dan Miao Ji says: when the three punishments and six harms appear together in the three transmissions and the day branch, the Teng Snake and White Tiger indicate illness, while the Zhu Que indicates official documents. The Xin Yan Fu says: when the寅 is placed on the酉 to form the first transmission, and the middle and final transmissions fall on the positions of 未 and 子; if the three transmissions enter a tomb, there will be a mistake on the way, which relates to distant travelers and official documents. The Xiu Zhong Jin says: if the Flying Soul and Lost Soul two evils coincide with the heavenly nobleman moving in reverse, and the White Tiger enters the three transmissions, the entire divination lacks any life qi, which is a great凶 omen.

課體：彈射，潤下，斬關，勵德。課義：交車作合，彼此相脫，已往之財，天助可奪。

This lesson pattern is called "Dan She," a type of remote control, like a projectile shot from afar, which can hit its target but with weak force; it also combines "Run Xia," "Zhan Guan," and "Li De." The four-character explanation of the lesson says: the heavenly stem and earthly branch interact like a vehicle in motion, yet they also mutually weaken each other; the matter being divined concerns past wealth, but with the assistance of the Heavenly General, it is still possible to recover it.

解曰：辰與酉合，巳與申合，合干作火，可謂交車合矣。然戊被酉脫，辰被申脫，彼此互脫，始雖相合，終必相脫也。財臨第四課發用，是為已往之財。而末傳來助，亦可以復得也。戊日辰為元武並臨，占病大凶。末助初財，占婚尤的。

The trine between Chen and You forms a union that generates and supports the day stem, which can be described as a meeting of vehicles. However, Wu earth is drained by You metal, and Chen earth is drained by Shen metal; they mutually exhaust each other's energy. Although they initially form a union, in the end they will definitely exhaust each other. The wealth hexagram is located on the fourth lesson and initiates the transmission, indicating a past wealth opportunity. However, the final transmission comes to assist, so it is possible to regain it. On a Wu day, the Chen hexagram has the Black Tortoise and is accompanied by it, indicating a serious illness. The final transmission assisting the initial transmission of the wealth hexagram is particularly accurate for predicting marriage outcomes.

斷曰：此彈射之課，遠而無力，吉則虛名虛利，凶亦虛驚虛恐。潤下全局，而干神與傳交車六合，是於淹留之中而得和順之象。凡占必遂，貴立門戶，君子升遷，小人斥退。夏三月得之，又逢順貴，大吉，秋冬不利。

This is a "Shooting" divination, indicating a long range but weak force: good fortune may only bring empty fame and profit, while bad fortune may only cause empty alarm and fear. The three transmissions will form a complete moistening and descending water pattern, and the heavenly stem on the day will connect with the three transmissions through mutual harmony and Liu He. This indicates a harmonious situation amidst delays and obstructions. Whatever is sought will surely be attained; one will achieve status and establish a family. The virtuous will receive promotion, while the petty will be dismissed. If this is divined during the summer months and there is a favorable nobleman assisting, it is very auspicious. However, it is unfavorable during autumn and winter.

天時：有雨。家宅：同居和好，夜占有口舌，防火燭。婚姻：兩相願而難成。胎產：女胎，難產。功名：須貴人汲引。求財：中阻，終歸有得。干謁：晝占不遇，夜占投合。

Weather: There will be rain. Residence: Those living together are in harmony, but if a divination is cast at night, there may be disputes, and one should also be cautious of accidental fire. Marriage: Both men and women are willing, but it is difficult to achieve. Pregnancy: The fetus is female, and childbirth will be difficult. Official rank: One must rely on the help and recommendation of a nobleman. Seeking wealth: There will be obstacles along the way, but eventually one will still obtain it. Seeking to meet a nobleman: If the divination is cast in the daytime, one will not meet him, but if it is cast at night, they will talk well together.

疾病：難愈，宜禱水神。失脫：主有家中人與外賊勾合，匿多水處。出行：舟行利，防失物。行人：必來。爭訟：牽連人眾，上人不礙，下賤人受譴。兵戰：晝占不寧，夜占大勝。

Disease: Difficult to recover from; one should pray to the water deity. Lost items: The loss is due to collusion between a family member and an outside thief, and the stolen goods are hidden in a place with much water. Travel: It is advantageous to travel by boat on water routes, and one should beware of losing belongings. Waiting for a traveler: The traveler will definitely come. Litigation: Many people are involved, the higher-ups are not affected, but the lower and humble people will be punished. Military action: If the divination is cast during the day, there will be unrest in the army; if cast at night, there will be a great victory.

畢法云：交車相合交關利，萬事喜忻三六合。指南：己丑年十一月寅將戌時，占兵事。游都乘蛇臨支，主有兵。子乃北方，當從北至。干上昴星，為日之敗氣。又龍化為蛇，其兵必退。交車相合，末又生初，城中人歸順。

The "Bifa Fu" says: When the heavenly stem and earthly branch interact and harmonize, matters related to trade will be beneficial. All things bring joy, relying on triple harmony and Liu He. The "Liu Ren Zhi Nan" records: In the Jichou year, during the eleventh month, using the寅 general and adding the戌 hour to predict military affairs. The You Du Sha rides on the Teng Snake and is located on the day branch, indicating military affairs; the Zi belongs to the north, so the army will come from the northern direction. The day stem is the昴 star, which is the day stem's weak position; also seeing the Qing Long transformed into the Teng Snake, this army will certainly retreat. When the heavenly stem and earthly branch interact and harmonize, and the final transmission generates the first transmission, the people in the city will be loyal.

課體：彈射，元胎，孤寡。課義：財馬官鬼，皆不相干，執弓忘彈，坐守為歡。

This lesson pattern is called "Dan She" (Launch), combined with "Yuan Tai" (Original Embryo) and "Gu Gua" (Orphan and Widower). The four-character explanation of the lesson says: The wealth hexagram, the post-horse, and the official ghost all have nothing to do with me; it is like holding a bow but forgetting to bring the arrows. It is better to sit quietly and maintain what I have rather than take action.

解曰：亥乃日之財，寅乃辰之馬，又為日之官鬼。財馬官鬼，俱為空陷，而不相干也。三傳遞生，動則投脫，反有所耗，不如守干之生，足以自取歡樂，動何益哉。

The water in the亥 position is the wealth for a day stem of 戊. The wood in 寅 is the post-horse of the day branch, and also the official ghost of the day stem. Wealth, post-horse, and official ghost all fall into an empty and hidden position, unrelated to me. Although the three transmissions generate and support each other in sequence, once they move, they enter a place of leakage and depletion, resulting in loss rather than gain. It is better to hold onto the support received by the day stem itself, which is sufficient for contentment. What is the benefit of movement?

斷曰：此彈射之卦，寡宿受日遙克而發用。凡事無力，而傳空又為失彈遺鏃，不能成事。況元胎，主事暗伏，君子守正則亨，僧道九流，遇此為吉。小人僥倖，終歸虛幻。雖三傳遞生，而初中空陷，徒有薦舉之名，而無薦舉之實。

This is the "Spring Shooting" hexagram. The Guasu deity is remotely restrained by the day stem and initiates the transmission. In all matters, efforts are ineffective. The three transmissions also fall into emptiness, like a stone shot missing its mark or an arrowhead falling off, resulting in failure. Moreover, it is "Yuan Tai," indicating that matters are hidden and latent. The virtuous person who adheres to the right path will find success. Monks, Taoists, and those from the three teachings and nine professions will find this auspicious. However, the petty person harborsby chance, ultimately leading to illusion. Although the three transmissions involve mutual generation, the first and middle transmissions fall into emptiness and entrapment. There is only the reputation of recommendation but no actual benefit.

天時：孟雨還止，但見虹霓。家宅：東北方有土堆，防口舌官非。婚姻：不宜。胎產：女安，男不實。功名：若小前程，遲得。求財：守分自足，外求無得。

Weather: It is about to rain but then stops, with only a single rainbow visible (the original text's "孟雨" has "孟" as a misprint for "欲"). Residence: There is a mound in the northeast direction; be cautious of disputes and legal matters. Marriage: Not suitable. Pregnancy: If carrying a female fetus, it is secure; if carrying a male fetus, it is not solid. Career: If seeking only a minor position, it can still be obtained later. Seeking wealth: Staying within one's own means is sufficient; seeking outside will yield nothing.

投謁：勞而無功。疾病：主傷血分。失脫：非奴婢所竊，即在僧道寺觀。出行：若不為文書及尊上之事，行未遠，當返。行人：占奴僕即至，餘未歸。爭訟：不成害，宜和。兵戰：虛張聲勢，旋即解散。

Sending a letter to visit: it will be a wasted trip, laborious but without results. Illness: the injury is in the blood aspect. Lost items: either stolen by a servant or left in a temple or monastery. Travel: if not for official business or matters concerning a superior, you should not go far and should return soon. Waiting for a traveler: if waiting for a servant, he will arrive immediately; for others, they have not yet returned. Lawsuits: will not cause major harm, it is advisable to reconcile. Military action: merely a show of strength, and will soon disperse.

畢法云：三傳遞生人舉薦，旬內空亡逐類推。袖中金云：第二課為用，乃日上兩課自戰，不干內事，不可出尖。又申加巳，為生胎，為憂課，主事生新。肘後經云：課逢旺孟有來意，忽然相氣臨孟神，新事孟來須防備。

The Bi Fa Fu says: If the three transmissions are interrelated through mutual generation, it indicates that someone will recommend a person; the kongwang within the ten-day cycle should be analyzed separately according to different matters. The Xiu Zhong Jin says: Take the second lesson as the initiating transmission, which means the day stem's two lessons are fighting among themselves, and it has nothing to do with family affairs, so it should not be prominent; it also says that when Shen is placed on Si, it is called 'shengtai', which belongs to a worrying lesson, indicating that matters need to start anew. The Zhou Hou Jing says: If the lesson encounters the dominant young god—Yin, Shen, Si, and Hai—the person coming must have another intention; if suddenly a mutual energy appears above the young god, it means new things are about to happen, and one must be cautious (the original text's 'meng' in 'meng lai' is actually a mistake for 'yu').

課體：重審，間傳，泆女，涉三淵。課義：初生末財，兩事俱乖，子遁虎鬼，金鬼火煨。

This divination lesson has a "Lesson Pattern" of "Re-examination," combined with "Intermittent Transmission" and "Fleeing Girl"; it also involves "Passing Through Three Depths"—like crossing three deep ravines continuously. The four-character "Lesson Meaning" states: the first transmission, Shen metal, is the day stem's growth, and the final transmission, Zi water, is the day stem's wealth. Although these two good things are present, they both proceed with difficulty. The final transmission, Zi water, escapes the heavenly stem and is accompanied by the White Tiger, transforming into a凶鬼 (malevolent ghost). The Shen metal is placed over Wu fire, like putting it into a furnace to roast.

解曰：申乃長生，臨午而金被克，幾煨燼矣。末子乃日之財，遁甲乘虎，化為獰惡之鬼。兩事俱乖，全無益也。中傳河魁，元武並乘，而與日上未貴相刑，夜占干貴不喜。

Shen metal is the long birth of Wu earth, but now it is placed upon Wu fire, which is strong enough to overcome metal, almost reducing it to ashes. The final transmission is Zi water, which is the wealth for Wu day, but the hidden heavenly stem is Jia wood, which is riding on the White Tiger, transforming into a fierce and terrifying ghost. Both the long birth and the wealth, which are good things, have turned into something bad, bringing no benefit at all. The middle transmission is Hekui Xu earth, with the Black Tortoise riding upon it, and it also conflicts with the nobleman on the day stem, which is Wei earth. Therefore, when casting the divination at night, the nobleman on the day stem is not pleased.

斷曰：此重審之卦，又名泆女，有淫訛不明之象。夜占不利，晝占貴登天門，神藏煞沒，罡塞鬼戶，鬼不敢窺，宜於逃災避難。申加午為爐火，天后臨之，謂之不成，主有漏失。

This is a "Chong Shen" divination, also known as "Yu Nu," indicating signs of immorality, deception, and ambiguity. It is unfavorable to cast the divination at night; however, if cast during the day, the Nobleman ascends the heavenly gate, the multitude of spirits hide, the Inauspicious Sha are concealed, and the Tiangang (Chen) earth blocks the ghost gate, preventing ghosts from peeking. It is most suitable for escaping disasters and avoiding difficulties. Shen added to Wu represents fire in the furnace. If the Heavenly Empress is above it, it is called "Bu Cheng," indicating loss and damage.

天時：大雷雨。家宅：晝占當得橫財，夜占防火燭。婚姻：美中有丑，不宜成。胎產：生女，有虛驚。功名：夜占利朝京引見，必有異數。求財：有獲，防失脫。

Weather: There will be a heavy thunderstorm. House: If the divination is cast in the daytime, there will be an unexpected gain of wealth; if cast at night, there is a need to beware of carelessness with fire and light. Marriage: It is beautiful but with some ugliness, not suitable for union. Pregnancy and childbirth: A girl will be born, and there will be some alarm. Official rank: If the divination is cast at night, it is favorable for going to the capital to meet the emperor personally, and there will certainly be special favor. Seeking wealth: There will be some gain, but one must beware of loss.

投謁：主賓慶會，稍有不足。疾病：暴病極險即愈，久病難痊。捕捉：不可獲，當自歸。出行：無事而出必犯事，有難而行必免患。行人：申虎乘二馬，遠信立至。爭訟：驚恐愈大，得福愈多。出兵：凶中化吉，多防虛詐。

Sending a letter to pay homage: guest and host enjoy a joyful gathering, but there is a slight deficiency. Illness: sudden illness is extremely dangerous but will recover quickly, while long-term illness is hard to cure. Capturing a fugitive: he cannot be caught, but he will return by himself. Traveling: going out without necessity may bring trouble, but going out when facing difficulties can avoid disaster. Waiting for a traveler: the metal of Shen is accompanied by the White Tiger and two Post-horse signs, so news from afar will arrive immediately. Litigation: the greater the fear, the more blessings will be obtained. Military campaign: danger can turn into good fortune; be cautious of the enemy's false bravado and deceitful tricks.

畢法云：罡塞鬼戶任謀為，虎乘遁鬼殃非淺。邵子斷驗：卯命人六月，未將加巳。曰：涉三淵之課，一生跋涉。干支午未相合，出身甚好。歷三仕，兩丁憂，子孫居火上，日後以弟為子。蓋初傳臨於羊刃之鬼，故難得子也。末傳妻在空亡，為子息所克，臨天后穢神，妻當因產而死。卯命與干支皆屬東方，今順歸西北而不返，當死於外州也。

The "Bifa Fu" says: When Tiangang blocks the ghost gate, one may freely plan affairs; when the White Tiger rides upon the escaping ghost stem, the calamity will be severe. A case from Shao Yong's divination: A person whose birth stem is卯 came to consult in June, using the hour of巳 with the general of未. The interpretation said — this is a "Shi San Yuan" divination, indicating a life of constant travel and toil; the stem and branch of the morning and the hour of未 are compatible, indicating a good birth; throughout his life, he held three official positions and experienced two periods of mourning for his parents; the son's element is located above the fire position, meaning he will later adopt his younger brother's son as his heir, because the first transmission is located on the Yangren ghost, making it difficult to have a biological son; the final transmission's wife's wealth is in Kongwang, and is further attacked by the son's element, and is also accompanied by the Heavenly Empress, a foul deity, meaning his wife will die from childbirth; since his birth stem is卯, which belongs to the East, and the stem and branch also belong to the East, but the divination pattern now moves in a clockwise direction to the Northwest and does not return, he will die in a foreign land.

課體：別責，不備，進退。課義：用鬼傳刃，舍益就損，屈尊居卑，甘受偃蹇。

This lesson's "Lesson Pattern" is "Separate Blame" — the four lessons are incomplete, and there is no upper and lower interaction to take, so we have to take the heavenly stem of the day and its combined heavenly stem or the triple harmony god before the day's earthly branch as the initiating transmission; it also includes "Incompleteness" and "Advancing and Retreating." The four-character "Lesson Meaning" says: the initiating transmission is the ghost爻, and the three transmissions again see the Yangren; abandoning the beneficial leads to suffering the harmful; giving up dignity and submitting to humility, one can only endure hardship willingly.

解曰：動逢鬼刃，宜守旺生，卻乃往投支脫，是為舍生之益，就脫之損；屈孟之尊，居季之卑。甘受中末傳之偃蹇，終不得亨也。

Once movement occurs, it immediately meets the ghostly trigram and Yangren. It should have stayed to guard the flourishing life qi, yet it went instead to the draining and dispersing place of the day branch: this is abandoning the benefit of being nurtured, and suffering the loss of being drained; abandoning the exalted positions of the four first months (寅, 申, 巳, 亥), and settling in the humble positions of the four last months (辰, 戌, 丑, 未). It can only endure the difficulties brought by the middle and final transmissions, and ultimately cannot achieve success.

斷曰：此別責之卦，亦名蕪淫。陽日取干合上神為用，陰陽不備，全無剋制，事主變更，動則有咎。申子年命者，尤為不利。如將神相生，又光明正大，則所謀皆吉，得人相助。若當季神生日占，尤聲名顯達。

This is the "Bie Ze" hexagram, also called "Wu Yin." On a yang day, the initiating transmission is determined by the heavenly general of the stem that is in harmony with the day stem. The four lessons have uneven yin and yang, and there is no control above or below, indicating that matters will undergo change and that there will be mistakes once action is taken. Those born in the year of Shen or Zi are especially disadvantaged. If the heavenly general is in harmony with the god it is resting upon, and if the actions are upright and open, then all plans will be auspicious and they will receive help from others. If the lesson is cast on the day of the seasonal god's birth, it will particularly indicate fame and recognition.

天時：晝占先晴後雨，夜占先雨後晴。家宅：有遷移之兆。婚姻：不宜。胎產：女。功名：晝占由賤而貴，夜反是。求財：得。疾病：易瘥。失脫：尋得，不全。出行：忌正五九十月。行人：至。爭訟：和，吉。兵戰：晝占先憂疑，後大勝，又得寶物圖書；夜占先勝後有驚，吉凶相半，宜斟酌敬慎。

Weather: When casting a divination during the day, the sky will first be clear then rain; during the night, it will first rain then clear. Residence: There is a sign indicating a move or relocation. Marriage: Not suitable. Pregnancy and childbirth: A girl will be born. Official rank and reputation: During the day, one will rise from humble status to prominence; during the night, the opposite will occur. Seeking wealth: One will obtain it. Illness: Recovery is easy. Lost items: They can be found, but not in complete condition. Travel: It is inauspicious in the first, fifth, ninth, and tenth months. Waiting for a traveler: The person will arrive. Litigation: A reconciliation is favorable. Military action: During the day, there will first be some worry and confusion, but later a great victory and the capture of treasures and documents; during the night, there will first be a victory but then some alarm, with equal chances of good and bad outcomes, so one should consider the situation carefully and act with respect and caution.

畢法云：權攝不正祿臨支，互生俱生凡事益；所謀多拙遭羅網，合中犯煞蜜中砒。課經訂訛云：不備謀為欠正，凡事倚仗他人，借徑而行。指南：丁丑七月午將巳時，或占一大司馬何日罷官。曰：行當入相出將矣。蓋驛馬螣蛇臨年發用，中末月將青龍生日辰，蛇化為龍，太歲作貴居命，皆入相之徵。又天罡加卯，靜有動機，課傳天吏二馬全逢，干支上乘羊刃勾陳，出將無疑。戊寅已卯年連驗。

The Bi Fa Fu says: When the禄神 is on the day branch, it indicates acting on behalf of others, with unclear status; when the heavenly stem and earthly branch mutually generate and the three transmissions all generate each other, all matters will be beneficial; however, whatever one plans is mostly clumsy and leads one into a trap; if an Inauspicious Sha is present among the triple harmony, it is like adding arsenic to honey. The Ke Jing Ding E says: If the four lessons are incomplete, then one's affairs lack integrity and one must rely on others and take indirect paths. The Liu Ren Zhi Nuan records: In the year Dingchou, seventh month, using the hour of巳 with the general of午, someone divined when a certain Grand Marshal would resign. The interpretation said: He would soon enter the court as a minister and go out as a general. This is because the post-horse and the Teng Snake are on the year's transmission and initiate the action; the middle and final transmissions, with the general of the month being the Azure Dragon, are born from the day stem and day branch, the Teng Snake transforms into the Azure Dragon, the sovereign year acts as the nobleman in his destiny, all these are signs of entering office; furthermore, the Tiangang is placed on the卯, indicating quiet with hidden intentions; within the four lessons and three transmissions, the heavenly official and two post-horses are present, and on the heavenly stem and earthly branch, the Yangren and Gou Chen are present (Gou Chen governs disputes, land, and connected officials), so going out as a general is certain. In the years Wuyin and Jimao, the prediction was fulfilled (the original text mistakenly wrote '已卯' instead of '己卯').

課體：伏吟，自任，元胎。課義：德印長生，君子利亨，迤邐克伐，寅為禍萌。

This divination lesson has a "Lesson Pattern" of "Hidden Chant" combined with "Self-Responsibility." On a yang day, the "Hidden Chant" is initiated by the god above the day stem, indicating that all matters are personally undertaken and laborious. It is also combined with "Original Fetus." The four-character "Lesson Meaning" states: the god of virtue, the seal, and the growth are all present, indicating that a gentleman who divines this will find success and benefit. However, the three transmissions follow a continuous sequence of mutual control and conflict, with the寅 wood being the beginning of trouble.

解曰：初巳為長生，末寅乃日德，又作官爻，仕人求進，豈有不亨利乎。但初克中，中克末，末克干，是寅又為禍萌也。常人值此，必有被人侵凌之患。平日所為過惡，亦必有攻訐之者。現任朝官，須防彈劾，總宜謹飭為妙。己巳伏吟，干支拱定日祿，宜占食祿事。又係兩勾夾墓，年命在辰宮者不利。末傳助初傳而生日干，必有人暗地相助。如夜占寅乘天空，亦恐閒話多而實心少也。

The first transmission is the fire of Si, which is the growth of the earth stem Ji. The final transmission is the wood of Yin, which is the virtue god of the day Ji and also the official element. Officials seeking promotion would naturally have smooth success and benefit. However, the first transmission is overcome by the middle transmission, the middle transmission is overcome by the final transmission, and the final transmission again overcomes the day stem. Thus, the wood of Yin has become the beginning of misfortune. Ordinary people encountering this divination will surely face the worry of being bullied; any past wrongdoings they have committed will certainly be criticized by others. Current officials should beware of being impeached; it is best to be cautious and self-disciplined. On the day Ji Si, the hidden chant occurs, with the day stem and day branch exactly forming a mutual support for the day's wealth. This is favorable for matters concerning salary and sustenance. Also, two Gou Chen are surrounding the tomb god, which is unfavorable for those whose destiny is in the Chen palace. The final transmission supports the first transmission to nourish the day stem, indicating that someone is secretly helping. However, if the divination is cast at night, the Yin element is accompanied by Tian Kong, suggesting that there will be much idle talk but little sincerity.

斷曰：元胎之課，如嬰兒之隱伏，有滯而未通之象。大約宜靜不宜動，利上不利下。惟君子修身俟命，無不亨嘉矣。

The "Yuan Tai" divination indicates a situation like an infant still concealed in the womb, showing a sign of obstruction and blockage. Generally, it is favorable for stillness rather than movement. It benefits those in superior positions but is unfavorable for those in inferior positions. As long as one is a gentleman, cultivating oneself and waiting quietly for heaven's mandate, there will be no failure in prosperity and auspiciousness.

天時：早雨晚晴。家宅：宅去生人，主人口進益；若時逢生旺，占者當有興隆發越之象。仕宦：循分守職，前程遠大。求財：出外無益，在家經營，可以獲利。婚姻：男性剛強，女性柔順，能主中饋，益夫宜子。

Weather: It rained in the morning and cleared up in the evening. Residence: The deity above the house is leaving to benefit the person whose day stem is the same as the day of the divination, indicating an increase in family members. If the season is also favorable and prosperous, the person being divined will experience flourishing family affairs and continuous progress. Official position: Being content with one's current position leads to a promising future. Seeking wealth: There is no benefit from being away from home; only by managing business at home can profits be made. Marriage: The man is strong-willed, while the woman is gentle and capable of managing household affairs, which benefits both her husband and her children.

胎產：男喜，平安，產時順利。疾病：脾土受克，法宜調治，天醫得力，可保無事。出行：馬空有阻。行人：在外受益，未即回家。遺失：匿在本家。逃亡：尚在境內。出兵：三傳遞克，止宜堅守。

Childbirth: A male child is a joy, mother and child are safe, and the delivery will proceed smoothly. Illness: The spleen earth is under mutual control, so treatment should focus on regulation. The Tianyi deity is effective, so there will be no problems. Travel: The post-horse is absent, and there will be obstacles on the way. Waiting for a traveler: He is currently benefiting outside and will not return soon. Lost items: The item is hidden within one's own home. Fugitive: The person is still within the original territory. Military campaign: The three transmissions are in mutual control, so it is only suitable to hold position and not to go out.

畢法云：三傳互克眾人欺。括囊賦云：害挾太常，動止則尊親有訝。德乘朱雀，謀謨而官吏無虧。

The Bi Fa Fu says: When the three transmissions mutually control each other, it indicates being bullied by many people. The Kuo Nang Fu says: When the six harms are accompanied by Tai Chang (which governs food, drink, and superiors), every action will surprise the superiors and relatives; when the virtue spirit is riding on the Vermilion Bird, there will be no loss to officials during planning and deliberation.

課體：元首，連茹，斬關，三奇，不備。課義：旺祿臨身，動作遭刑，君子宜卜，遁乙丙丁。

This lesson's "Lesson Pattern" is "Yuan Shou," combined with "Lian Ru," "Zhan Guan," "San Qi," and "Bu Bei." The "Lesson Meaning" in four-character phrases states: The prosperous official god is present on oneself; once there is movement, there will be punishment. This lesson is most suitable for a gentleman to divinate, because the three transmissions have revealed the three marvels, which are Yi, Bing, and Ding.

解曰：干上午為己土之祿神，守之可以資生。若棄之而別就，則支上辰為自刑，又為墓神。若投三傳，則初中克干，末傳晝夜各乘蛇虎，皆非佳境，是以不宜動作。傳遁乙丙丁為三奇格。君子占之，則官居臺鼎，常人得此，亦可免禍。

The fire of Wu is the禄神 of Ji earth, and if it is guarded, it can nourish and sustain. If one leaves the禄神 and seeks elsewhere, the branch of Chen is the self-punishing and tomb god; if one goes to the three transmissions, the first and middle transmissions both overcome the day stem, while the final transmission is occupied by Teng Snake and White Tiger in both day and night — all these are not favorable places, so it is not advisable to take action. The three transmissions contain the escape of Yi, Bing, and Ding, forming the 'Three Marvels' pattern. A gentleman who obtains this pattern may attain high official rank, while an ordinary person may avoid calamity.

斷曰：卦名元首，占事多順。以卑事尊，以幼事長之象。但事起於家庭。訟利於後應。凡百皆宜守舊，不宜妄動，自必有先難後獲之應也。

The lesson is called "Yuan Shou," indicating that most matters will proceed smoothly. It suggests the image of a subordinate serving a superior or a younger person serving an elder. However, the trouble originates within the family. In legal disputes, the party with the later response will be favorable. In all matters, it is advisable to maintain the existing situation and avoid unnecessary actions, as success will come after initial difficulties.

天時：龍已化蛇，多晴少雨。家宅：妻女多刑，官非驀起；占年遇季，春闈必捷。仕宦：顯赫異常。求財：始占甚吉，終防虛耗。婚姻：夫妻可諧，德情均劣；辰午自刑，恐多傷克。

Heavenly weather: The Azure Dragon has transformed into the Teng Snake, indicating more clear skies than rain. For the residence: the wife and daughters are likely to suffer from punishments and conflicts, and lawsuits may arise suddenly; if the year in question falls in the seasons of辰, 戌, 丑, or 未, the spring examination will certainly result in success. For official positions: very prominent. For seeking wealth: it is very auspicious at the beginning of the divination, but one should be cautious of losses towards the end. For marriage: the husband and wife can be harmonious, but their virtue and affection are lacking; both 辰 and 午 are self-punishment, which may lead to many injuries and conflicts.

胎產：胎神乘陽，可得男胎，產時略難。疾病：官鬼兩重，病非一症；干上勝光，化煞生身，雖重無害。出行：支上墓神，身不能動。行人：即至。官訟：寅卯時占，謂之天網四張，難於解脫，幸得承問官救拔，終得無事。行師：辰上神脫日上神，應防敵人虛詐。

Tomb and birth: The Fetal Spirit is riding on the yang spirit, which can result in a male child, but there will be some difficulty during childbirth. Disease: There are two official ghosts, indicating multiple illnesses; fortunately, the day stem is Shengguang (Wu) with the fire of午, which can dispel the evil influences and benefit the body, so although the illness is severe, it will not cause harm. Travel: The day branch is the Tomb Spirit, meaning the person cannot move. Waiting for someone: They will arrive immediately. Lawsuit: The lesson was cast at寅 or卯 time, called「天网四张」, making it difficult to escape; fortunately, the case can be saved by the judge, and eventually there will be no problem. Military campaign: The spirit on辰 branch releases and removes the spirit on the day stem, so one should be cautious of the enemy pretending to be strong and using deceit.

畢法云：尊崇傳內遇三奇，旺祿臨身徒妄作，虎乘遁鬼殃非淺，閉口卦體兩般推，眾鬼雖彰全不畏。真朱雀格，凡四季年占，朱雀乘午，春闈必捷。以朱雀主文書，臨日生日，又生太歲故也。

The "Bifa Fu" says: One can gain respect and honor because the three transmissions meet the three marvels; when the prosperous禄神 (favorable official star) is present, any reckless action is in vain; the white tiger rides upon the hidden ghost stem, causing serious calamity; a closed mouth lesson should be interpreted in two different situations; although many ghosts are revealed, there is no need to be afraid. This lesson belongs to the true Vermilion Bird pattern: whenever the lesson is cast in the seasons of the earthly branches Chen, Xu, Chou, or Wei, the Vermilion Bird rides upon the午 fire. In spring, the imperial examination will certainly be successful—because the Vermilion Bird governs documents, and now it is on the day stem, supporting the day stem and also supporting the year's sovereign.

課體：重審，間傳，極陰，不備。課義：支乘幸焉，枉歷三傳，乙丑夜虎，破敗忘錢。

This divination lesson has the "Lesson Pattern" of "Re-examination," combined with "Intermittent Transmission," "Extreme Yin," and "Incompleteness." The four-character "Lesson Meaning" states: The deity riding on the day branch is usually a fortunate matter, but why go through the three transmissions in vain? The first transmission is Yichou, which occurs at night and is accompanied by the White Tiger, leading to loss and financial ruin (the character "wang" in "wang qian" is a variant of "wang," meaning loss).

解曰：支來生干，格名自在。求謀人助，事事盡善，守之可也。若棄而妄動，初傳逢乙丑蛇虎，中財空馬，末又為土之敗地，所歷三傳，無一可依。若或強動，豈有不破敗乎。丑亥酉作三傳，名極陰課，又名倒拔蛇。占事不吉，更多陰昧，病訟皆凶。再逢喪吊，死亡難免。

The day branch generates the day stem, and this pattern is called "Zizai" — seeking opportunities will have someone to help, and everything will be complete and perfect. Just hold on to it and do nothing. If one ignores it and acts recklessly, the first transmission meets Yichou with Teng Snake and White Tiger, the middle transmission's wealth hexagram is an empty horse, and the final transmission of You metal is still a place of decline for earth. None of the three transmissions can be relied upon. If one insists on taking action, how could it not lead to failure? When Chou, Hai, and You form the three transmissions, it is called "Ji Yin" lesson, also known as "Dao Ba She," which is unfavorable for matters, and there are many hidden and dark things. If it also meets the two evil spirits, Sanmen and Diaoke, death is inevitable.

斷曰：課名重審，又曰龍戰。以下僭上，以卑犯尊，事多不順。起於陰小，不宜任性。更當重審，方能免患。又課名不備，經營必有未周。末傳破碎，凡事多不完整。

The lesson is called "Chong Shen" or "Long Zhan." The lower deity oversteps the upper deity, and the inferior transgresses the superior, so the matter is likely to be unsatisfactory. The trouble originates from the side of theyin softness and humble, so one must not act recklessly but should be cautious and careful to avoid calamity. This lesson is also known as "Bu Bei," meaning that any endeavor will inevitably have some overlooked aspects. The final transmission falls on the破碎 deity, indicating that matters are often incomplete.

天時：既名極陰，必主陰雨，元武臨畢，霖雨自久。家宅：宅來生人，人眾宅窄，蛇虎作官，謹慎出入。仕宦：龍生虎脫，美惡相參。求財：龍合就我，終須易得。婚姻：日上乘龍，可稱佳婿，支上乘死，女防不壽。

Weather: Since it is called extreme yin, it must indicate continuous rain; with Yuanwu occupying Bi Xu, the heavy rain will certainly last a long time. Residence: The deity above the house benefits people, leading to many people but a narrow house; Teng Snake and White Tiger act as official signs, so one must be cautious when going in and out. Official position: Azure Dragon benefits while White Tiger drains, so good and bad things are mixed together. Seeking wealth: Both Azure Dragon and Liu He are favorable to me, so wealth will eventually be easily obtained. Marriage: The day stem is occupied by Azure Dragon, which can be considered a good son-in-law; the day branch is occupied by the Death Deity, so the woman's side should beware of not living long.

胎產：妊必不足，產必受驚。疾病：丑加卯為用，主婦女腹痛。出行：陸路必坦，舟楫有驚。行人：未歸。逃盜：急切難獲。行軍：利客不利主。

Talents: Pregnancy is certain to be before the full month, and childbirth is certain to be accompanied by a shock. Disease: When Chou is added to Mao and initiates transmission, it indicates pain in the abdomen of women. Travel: Traveling by land is certain to be smooth, but traveling by boat will have danger. Waiting for a traveler: The traveler has not yet returned. Pursuit of fugitives and thieves: It is difficult to capture them in a short time. Military campaign: It is favorable for the attacking side, but unfavorable for the defending side.

畢法云：虎乘遁鬼殃非淺。課經云：六月晝占，青龍乘巳生干，又作月內之生氣；雖目下未見崢嶸，後卻徐徐發福，所謂龍加生氣吉遲遲也。

The Bi Fa Fu says: When the White Tiger rides upon the hidden ghost stem, the calamity is profound. The Ke Jing says: When setting a divination during the day in June, the Azure Dragon rides upon the巳 fire to nourish the day stem; the巳 fire coincides with the life qi of the month. Although there is no immediate sign of outstanding success, it will gradually flourish in the future. This is called "Dragon joining the life qi brings good fortune gradually."

課體：蒿矢，元胎，斬關，勵德。課義：夜傳俱空，萬事無蹤，勿欺蒿矢，委鏃有功。

This divination lesson has the "Lesson Pattern" of "Hao Shi" — one of the remoterestrain (restraining) types, like using a reed arrow which is weak but still able to hit its target; it also includes "Yuan Tai," "Zhan Guan," and "Li De." The "Lesson Meaning" is expressed in four-character phrases: when the lesson is cast at night, all three transmissions fall into emptiness, and nothing has a definite outcome; but do not underestimate this reed arrow, for it has an iron tip at the back, just as capable of achieving success.

解曰：中末皆陷，若逢夜占，初傳復乘天空，所為萬事無蹤也。寅為蒿矢，末傳申金，矢後有鏃矣，亦可以成功而得志，豈得以其蒿矢而欺之哉。

The middle and final transmissions both fall into an empty and depressed position. If the divination is cast at night, the first transmission is riding on Tian Kong. Therefore, nothing can be settled. The寅 wood is like a bamboo arrow shaft, and the final transmission,申 metal, is exactly the iron tip at the end of the arrow shaft. Having the tip, one can still achieve success and gain recognition. How can one look down upon it just because it is a bamboo arrow?

斷曰：高岡之土，作墓覆日，如關之相阻，若非斬拔，何能進步。所以傳中貴有木神克去土墓，事方有濟；今初傳雖有寅木，但嫌前途盡空，終無所益耳。

Chen is earth on a high hill, acting as a tomb deity covering the day stem, like a barrier in front. Without cutting through or removing it, how can one move forward? Therefore, the most valuable part of the three transmissions is having a wood deity to overcome the earth tomb, giving hope for the matter. Now, although the first transmission has寅 wood, the path ahead is all kongwang, ultimately bringing no benefit.

天時：天空發用，朱雀飛騰，萬里無雲。家宅：干上乘墓，人必昏迷；支上乘官，事因涉訟；晝將口舌，夜將欺誑。婚姻：財官相會，定然可成；但恐不能偕老。胎產：胎恐不實，產亦不育。疾病：病症克人，昏迷難治。

Heavenly weather: The Heavenly General is initiating transmission in the sky, the Vermilion Bird is soaring above, and there are no clouds for ten thousand miles. Residence: The Day Stem is riding on the Tomb Spirit (mù shén), which indicates people will be confused and糊涂 (hú tu); the Day Branch is riding on the official hexagram, meaning family affairs will involve lawsuits. The Heavenly General during the day governs speech disputes, while the Heavenly General at night governs deceit and fraud. Marriage: The wealth hexagram and the official hexagram meet, which certainly leads to a successful marriage; however, there is a fear that they may not live together until old age. Pregnancy: The fetal energy may be weak, and even if the child is born, it may not survive. Disease: The illness will overcome the person, causing confusion and unconsciousness, making it difficult to treat.

謁貴：貴人已空，何由得遇。求財：財爻落空，焉能如意。出行：驛馬落陷，必有所阻。行人：馬不為所乘，何由得至。出師：初傳日德，又係斬關，其始必勤；中末皆空，其後必怠。

Seeking to meet a nobleman: the nobleman is already empty, from where can he be met. Seeking wealth: the wealth爻 is empty, how can it be satisfactory. Traveling: the post-horse is in a fallen position, the road will certainly be obstructed. Waiting for a traveler: the post-horse is not ridden by anyone, how can he arrive. Going to war: the first transmission is the day's virtue, and it belongs to cutting the gate, at the beginning of the campaign certainly diligent; the middle and final transmissions are all empty, afterwards certainly slack.

畢法云：閉口卦體兩般推，不行傳者考初時；指南：三月戌將丑時占雨，斷以巳午日先有狂風；出旬甲日小雨，乙日大雨。蓋斗罡加未，風伯發用，故先主風。貴登天門，龍神飛天，故後主雨。因中末皆空，水母未實。所以必待出旬而始得沛然。甲乘休氣，故小。乙日巳亥相沖，故大。

The "Bifa Fu" says: When the divination lesson is of the type "closed mouth," it should be interpreted in two different situations; if the three transmissions are not suitable, then examine the first transmission and the time when the lesson was cast. The "Liu Ren Zhi Nan" states: In the third month, using the戌 general added to the丑 hour to predict rain, it is determined that on the巳 day and午 day, there will first be strong winds, and then on the甲 day within the current ten-day cycle, there will be light rain, and on the乙 day, heavy rain. This is because the star of the斗罡 is placed on the未, and the wind god is the one initiating the transmission, so first there will be wind; the nobleman enters the heaven gate, and the dragon god flies up to the sky, so then rain will follow. Since the middle and final transmissions both fall into empty positions, the source of water is not yet established, so it must wait until after the current ten-day cycle before the rain can be abundant. The甲 day is riding on the resting energy, so the rain is light; the乙 day has the巳 and亥 in opposition, so the rain is heavy.

課體：元首，曲直，泆女，天網。課義：卯乘合虎，與賊為伍，雖有催官，常人被苦。

This lesson pattern is "Yuan Shou", combined with "Qu Zhi", "Yu Nu", and "Tian Wang". The four-character explanation of the lesson says: the卯 wood is dominated by Liu He and Bai Hu, equivalent to associating with thieves; although it contains the meaning of Guan Fu, ordinary people who divinate this will suffer hardship.

解曰：發用虎鬼，三合作傳，中末雖空，儼如烏合。將又乘合，豈非與賊為伍之象。究竟賊眾空虛，不久自僕。干乘虎鬼，若仕人得此，乃謂催官符也。常人未免病訟相連矣。

The initiating transmission is based on the ghost爻 riding the White Tiger, and the three transmissions form a wooden structure. Although the middle and final transmissions fall into emptiness, they still appear as a group of disorganized people. Moreover, the Heavenly General is riding the Liu He, which clearly indicates an image of being associated with thieves. However, this group of thieves is ultimately empty and will soon collapse on its own. The day stem is riding the ghost爻 of the White Tiger. If a person in official position draws this, it is called "催官符," indicating promotion. But if a common person draws it, they are likely to suffer from continuous illness and legal troubles.

斷曰：課逢元首，事皆順序。晝夜所乘之將，后合互臨。又卯為私門，亥為陰昧。凡占必須以禮自持，則姦殺可免。

The divination indicates "the beginning," meaning that things are orderly and proceed step by step. However, during the day and night, the two deities associated with love, the Heavenly Empress and Liu He, are alternately influencing the situation. Additionally, the hour of卯 (Mao) is related to private matters, and the hour of亥 (Hai) is associated with darkness. Therefore, anyone seeking a divination must restrain themselves with propriety and etiquette. Only then can the dangers of immorality and violence be avoided.

天時：卯乘白虎，為出林風；必主有風；天罡指陽，木朽火生，必主無雨。家宅：支成金局，以克干之木局，屋宅寬廣，人丁衰替，長幼不寧。仕宦：卯乘虎鬼，又乘丁神，升遷甚速。求財：亥財既空，又復變鬼，全局脫財，錙銖亦失。

Weather: On the卯 branch, the White Tiger is present, indicating a wind from the forest, so wind is certain. The Tiangang points to the Yang position, with the wood already decayed and fire about to arise, so rain is certain to be absent. House: The day branch forms a metal formation, which in turn overcomes the day stem's wood formation. Although the house is spacious, the family is declining, and both elders and younger generations are unsettled. Official position: The White Tiger ghost is on the卯, and also accompanied by the Ding spirit, indicating a rapid promotion. Seeking wealth: The water wealth of the亥 is already empty, and it has turned into a ghost, with the entire situation in a state of losing wealth, unable to retain even the smallest amount.

婚姻：最忌后合，彼此不潔。胎產：上強下弱，孕必生男；三傳剋日，兒必難育。疾病：脾胃受傷，外鬼作祟，幸中末空亡，急治可愈。出行：驛馬空亡，旬丁發用，心急行遲。行人：出旬馬實，不久自歸。出師：主能勝客，客復勝主；反覆循環，終歸私解。

Marriage: It is most inauspicious for the Heavenly Empress and Liu He to appear together, indicating that both men and women involved are not virtuous. Pregnancy: If the upper god is strong and the lower god is weak, the child will be male; however, if the three transmissions overcome the day stem, the child will certainly have difficulty surviving. Disease: The spleen and stomach are injured, and there are also external ghosts causing trouble, but fortunately the middle and final transmissions fall into Kongwang, so if treated promptly, recovery is possible. Travel: The post-horse falls into Kongwang, and the Ding god initiates the transmission within the ten-day period, indicating anxiety and slow movement. Waiting for a traveler: After the current ten-day period, the post-horse will be in its proper place, and the person will return soon. Military campaign: The host side can defeat the guest side, but the guest side will then defeat the host side, resulting in a cycle of back and forth, eventually leading to a private reconciliation.

畢法云：屋宅寬廣致人衰，虎臨干鬼凶速速；后合占婚豈用媒，不行傳者考初時。筆塵云：越王於十二月巳時占孟回國，當是十二月初，太陽尚在丑宮，則木局官鬼，旦暮皆乘白虎，謂之催官使者。故勸王馳馬速歸，稍遲至午，即無祿之課矣。

The *Bifa Fu* says: A house that is too spacious leads to decline in family members; when the White Tiger is on the ghost爻 of the day stem, misfortune comes very quickly; when the Heavenly Empress and Liu He are involved in a marriage divination, there is no need for a matchmaker; if the three transmissions are unfavorable, then examine the first transmission and the time when the divination was cast. The *Bichen* says: King Goujian of Yue divined in the fourth month at the time of Si (Snake) to inquire about his desire to return home (the original text "zhan meng guo hui" has "meng" as a mistake for "yu"). At that time it was the beginning of the twelfth month, and the sun was still in the Chou (Ox) palace. Therefore, the official ghost transformed by the wood cycle was always accompanied by the White Tiger, which is called "cuiguan shizhe" (the messenger urging officialdom). Thus, it advised King Goujian to hurry back home as quickly as possible. If he delayed even a little until the Wu (Horse) time, it would become a lesson without official luck.

課體：涉害，無祿，伏殃。課義：課名無祿，干支不睦，破敗墓建，空財後逐。解曰：寅巳子未，交互六害，土敗於酉，又作子破。干支既乖，破碎發用，中傳辰乃土墓，末傳亥乃空財。課象既戾，傳體亦凶，無一可者。又名無祿，居卑處下者，必有難容者矣。經曰：四亡克下歸來速，占行人者，寅日即歸，占產同斷。

The term "lesson pattern" refers to the type of divination lesson formed by the four lessons and three transmissions. This particular lesson is classified under three categories: "involved in harm," where mutual control occurs in more than one place among the four lessons, making it impossible to determine the fixed use, so the god suffering the most harm is chosen as the initiating transmission; "no fortune," where the day stem's fortune has no support, and those in lower positions are constantly restricted; and "hidden calamity," where disaster is concealed within. The "lesson meaning" is a four-character rhyming summary of the overall fortune and misfortune of the lesson. This lesson states: since the lesson is called "no fortune," the day stem and day branch are discordant, the initiating transmission is the god of failure and destruction, the middle transmission falls into the storage place, and the final transmission's wealth爻 is trapped in the empty period. The explanation says: the寅 in the four lessons harms the巳 in the day branch, the子 on the heaven plate harms the未 where the day stem's fortune is located, and the pairs of寅,巳,子, and未 mutually harm each other, forming six harms; the己 earth's bathing and failure place is酉, which also harms the子. Since the heavenly stems and earthly branches are already discordant, the broken god is chosen as the initiating transmission. The middle transmission is辰, the storage place of earth, and the final transmission is亥, which is the wife wealth I can control, but it falls into the empty period. The image of the four lessons is already discordant, and the nature of the three transmissions, derived from the four lessons, is also ominous. There is no place in the entire lesson that can be taken. This lesson is also called "no fortune," and those who are in low positions or dependent on others will certainly face exclusion and have nowhere to take refuge. The divination classic says: when the gods in the four lessons all harm the lower gods, the person going out will return the fastest; therefore, when predicting the arrival of a traveler, if it is on a寅 day, he will return home. The same principle applies to predicting childbirth, and the due date will not be delayed.

斷曰：課名見機，兩比不比，有孟用不用，孟言不言之象。動而必靜，盛而必衰。年命若逢救神，方為福佑。天時：子加巳宮，水運乎上，且畢星發用，龍升雀降，必有滂沱。家宅：晝占貴人入宅，居亦不久，夜占則破敗難堪，爭訟不免。婚姻：女子雖貴，嫌其財落空亡，譭譽並至，成亦恐難偕老。胎產：胎神作貴，子必清奇，但云無祿，兒必不壽。

The interpretation says: The "Involvement of Harm" method is also known as "Seeing the Opportunity." When using it, one originally intended to apply the method of harmony and balance, but neither side could achieve harmony, resulting in a situation where one wants to act but cannot, and wants to speak but cannot find the words. What is currently active will eventually come to a stop, and what is currently flourishing will eventually decline. Only when the person's year of birth and birth year encounter the saving deity will there be a blessing. Weather conditions: The heavenly plate's water (Zi) is added to the earthly plate's Si palace, with water moving upwards, and the deity of rain, the Net mansion, initiating the transmission. The Azure Dragon rises while the Vermilion Bird descends, indicating a certain heavy rainfall. Home: If the divination is done during the day, a nobleman enters the house, but even though there is noble energy, it will not last long; if done at night, the situation becomes ruined and disordered, and there is likely to be disputes and arguments. Marriage: Although the bride's family is of high status, the wife's wealth line is in the empty period, leading to both praise and criticism coming at once. Even if the marriage takes place, it is likely to end in separation. Pregnancy and childbirth: The胎神 (fetus deity) is riding on the nobleman, indicating the child will be clear and outstanding. However, since the lesson name is "No Wealth," the child will ultimately not live long.

疾病：敗氣發用，病必沉痾，喜干支乘德，不久自痊。出行：水陸俱坦，但子水生寅木，驛馬空亡，孟行終止，或出旬待馬實始行。行人：已在中途，或出旬始歸。行師：晝將則吉，夜將則凶。

Disease: The decline of Ji Earth's energy is initiating, so the illness is certainly severe and difficult to recover from; fortunately, both the day stem and day branch are supported by the day virtue, so it will soon improve. Travel: Both water and land routes are smooth, but the water in the heaven plate is generating寅 wood, and although寅 is the post-horse, it is falling into the旬 empty, so any attempt to start a journey will not succeed; one must wait until after this旬 and when the post-horse is filled before travel can take place. Traveler: The person is already on the way, or will return only after this旬. Military: If the divination is done in the day, the heavenly general is favorable; if done at night, the heavenly general indicates misfortune.

畢法云：支干全傷防兩損，彼此猜忌害相隨；胎財生氣妻懷孕(正月占)，胎財死氣損胎推(七月占)。指南：正月子將加巳，占眾門生會試。斷曰：惟戊戌者必中，餘皆下第。蓋初末暗拱戌命，月將申貴臨年，朱雀又生幕貴，是以中甲無疑，果然。

The *Bifa Fu* says: When both the day stem and day branch are injured, one should beware of mutual harm between host and guest; when the four lessons interact to form harmful relationships, it indicates mutual suspicion and continuous misfortunes. It also says: If the fetal god and wealth hexagram appear together and are in the life qi, it indicates the wife is pregnant (this applies to divination in the first lunar month); if the fetal god and wealth hexagram are in the death qi, one should consider miscarriage or premature birth (this applies to divination in the seventh lunar month). The *Lunin Zhi Nan* records a case: In the first lunar month, using the Zi general with the巳 hour to cast a divination for a group of students taking the imperial examination. The judgment stated: Only the person born in the Wuxu year would definitely pass, while the others would fail. This is because the first and final transmissions secretly form a protective embrace around his Wuxu birth year, the month general and the nobleman on the申 position are exactly his personal year, and the Vermilion Bird generates the curtain nobleman, so it was certain he would pass the examination, and it indeed came true later.

課體：反吟，無依，元胎，重審，孤寡。課義：生乘虎來，頻失財錢，所謀無實，陷沒三傳。解曰：巳火為己土之父母，更迭生干。晝夜元虎疊見，未免有屢屢失脫之患。三傳為作事之體，俱陷空亡，自然謀事皆虛。若捕風捉影，空自往來，徒費心力而已。

The lesson pattern has five categories: "Reverse Chant," where the gods on the Heaven Plate conflict with those on the Earth Plate, causing the matter to be unsettled and fluctuating; "No Dependence," an alternative name for Reverse Chant, indicating that both the person and the dwelling have no support; "Original Birth," where the three transmissions generate one another in sequence, leading to matters needing to start anew; "Re-examination," where among the four lessons only one god is below and attacks the one above, taking that as the initiating transmission, suggesting that all matters should be carefully reconsidered; "Loneliness and Poverty," indicating the ruler is isolated and lacks companions. The lesson meaning says: the parents' trigram, represented by巳 fire, is riding on the White Tiger (one of the Twelve Heavenly Generals, indicating misfortune, illness, and travel), causing repeated loss of wealth, and all planned affairs fail to materialize, with all three transmissions falling into Kongwang. The explanation says:巳 fire is the parents' trigram of己 earth, and the Heaven and Earth Plates alternately support the day stem. Whether the divination is done in the day or night, the Yuanwu (representing thieves, darkness, and deceit) and the White Tiger appear together, inevitably leading to repeated losses. The three transmissions form the framework of affairs, but now they all fall into Kongwang, making any plans naturally futile. If one continues to chase shadows and travel aimlessly, it is only a waste of effort.

斷曰：課名無依，傳曰元胎，始終不一，遠近相疑。順逆天將，皆乘元虎，必致驚失疊見。事起家庭，禍由內作，妻宅盡空，居無所止。若申酉月占，則登明乘死神死氣，主宅內有自經而死者，必至家業耗盡，反覆呻吟之象也。

The divination says: The name of the lesson is "No Dependence," and the structure of the three transmissions is called "Original Embryo." The beginning and end do not align, and there is mutual suspicion between near and far. The heavenly general, whether arranged in the forward or reverse order, falls on the Black Tortoise and the White Tiger, inevitably leading to continuous occurrences of fear and loss. The matter begins within the family, and the disaster arises from within. The wife's wealth and the house are both in Kongwang, so the person has nowhere to take refuge. If this lesson is cast in the month of Shen or You, "Dengming" (the spirit name of Hai) rides upon the Death Deity and Death Qi, indicating that there was once a suicide by hanging in the house. Eventually, it will lead to the complete depletion of family resources, resulting in a state of constant, repeated suffering and unrest.

天時：天門地戶相通，必主濃陰，水火俱空，不晴不雨。家宅：多空少實，必有廢爐敗廁。仕宦：往反無定，不能滿任。謁貴：晝占則遇，夜將徒勞。婚姻：晝夜青龍居干二課上，婿可云佳，但嫌妻財空陷，占女不吉。胎產：彌月者易產，未產者必墮。求財：財神落空，雖得必失。

Heavenly Conditions: The亥 (Hai) is the Heaven Gate and the巳 (Si) is the Earth Gate, with both connecting to each other, indicating that the sky must certainly be gloomy and heavy. The water deity and fire deity both fall into emptiness, so it will neither clear up nor rain. Family Residence: There are many empty spaces and few solid parts in the divination, meaning that the house must have abandoned stoves and broken toilets. Official Career: There is no fixed direction, and the term of office will not be completed. Visiting Authorities: If the divination is done during the day, one can meet the official, but if done at night, the Heavenly General will be of no use. Marriage: There are two arrangements for day and night. The Azure Dragon, which governs wealth and marriage, falls on both of the day stems, indicating that the son-in-law is acceptable, but since the wife's wealth is empty and trapped, it is unfavorable for the woman's side. Pregnancy and Childbirth: Those who are full-term will give birth easily, while those not yet full-term are likely to have a miscarriage. Seeking Wealth: The deity of wealth falls into emptiness, so even if one obtains wealth, it will not be retained.

遺失：已被竊去，難得難尋。盜賊：元武居干支之陰神，必係家賊，又居空陷之處，名元武打洞，斷難緝獲。出行：陸路平坦甚吉，水路驚險甚凶。行人：無室無馬，空懷桑梓之念。疾病：病空人實，不久自愈。行師：我實敵虛，利客不利主，敵人不過虛張聲勢而已。

Lost items: Things have already been stolen and are difficult to find. Thief: The Black Tortoise is located on the Yin spirit of the day stem and day branch, indicating that the thief is a relative; it is also in an empty and hidden place, which is called "Black Tortoise digging a hole" by diviners, and such thieves are very hard to catch. Travel: Traveling by land is smooth and auspicious, but traveling by water is dangerous and inauspicious. Traveler: Those away from home have no place to stay and no post-horse to ride, so they can only feel homesick in vain. Disease: The disease energy is in an empty place while the person's body is in a real place, and the illness will soon recover. Military campaign: Our side is strong and the enemy is weak, it is advantageous to be the guest army rather than the host army, and the enemy is merely making a show of strength.

畢法云：來去俱空豈動移，喜懼空廣乃妙機。課經云：己巳日反吟，干支拱地盤貴人，干支陰神拱天盤日祿。若占升遷官祿，無不愜意。遇子午命人尤的。

The "Bifa Fu" says: If both the past and future ends fall into Kongwang, then talking about departure or moving is meaningless; if both the pleasant and alarming aspects are empty and unanchored, this is precisely the subtle point of understanding the situation. The "Ke Jing" says: On Jisi day, the reverse chant lesson occurs, with the day stem and day branch enclosing the nobleman on the earth plate, and the hidden spirits of the day stem and day branch enclosing the day's fortune on the heaven plate; if used to predict promotion and salary increase, there is nothing that does not meet expectations, especially when the person consulting was born in the year of Zi or Wu.

課體：知一，鑄印，斬關，乘軒，勵德。課義：循環無已，鬼助生氣，鑄印乘軒，常占生畏。解曰：四課不離於三傳，三傳皆附於四課，故曰循環轉換無已。事必牽連，有憂疑難釋。末傳卯助巳生干，所謂鬼助也，主有人於尊長之前相助。又曰：鑄印乘軒，仕宦得此，可冀升遷。常人占之，則深為可畏也已。

The lesson pattern has five categories: "Zhi Yi" (Knowing One), which refers to the comparison lesson, where among the four lessons, if more than one is in conflict, the god that harmonizes with the day stem is chosen to initiate the transmission; "Zhu Yin" (Casting the Seal), where the fire of巳 melts the metal in戌, like casting a seal, indicating the possibility of attaining an official position; "Zhan Guan" (Breaking the Pass), where the three transmissions or the day branch contains Tiangang (Chen) or Hekui (Xu), indicating the ability to break through barriers and overcome difficulties; "Cheng Xuan" (Riding in a State Car), where the final transmission is in卯, which represents a carriage wheel, symbolizing a promotion through riding in a state car; "Li De" (Cultivating Virtue), where the nobleman is located in卯, indicating the need to cultivate virtue. The lesson meaning says: the four lessons and three transmissions continuously cycle, with officials and ghosts assisting the day stem's energy, both casting the seal and riding in a state car, which is frightening for ordinary people. The explanation says: the four lessons are inseparable from the three transmissions, and the three transmissions are all attached to the four lessons, so there is no end to the cycle and transformation; matters are inevitably interconnected, causing worry and confusion that are hard to resolve. The final transmission of卯 wood assists the initial transmission of巳 fire to nourish the day stem, which is called "ghost assistance," indicating that someone will support the person in front of a superior. It also says: the image of casting the seal and riding in a state car, if an official takes this divination, he may expect promotion; but if an ordinary person takes it, it indicates that the status is too heavy to bear, which is very frightening.

斷曰：朱雀克貴不宜干請，緣貴人不樂用事故耳。凡占宜舍近就遠，相與和同事必晚就。如問科名，夜占登第。又子為巳火之胎，作日財臨干，正月占此，妻必懷妊。申酉月占，妻必損孕。

The divination says: "Vermilion Bird" (governs documents, speech, and fire) restrains the Nobleman, so it is not advisable to go forward to make requests or seek help, because the Nobleman is not willing to take action. For this divination, one should abandon the nearby and go to the distant, and harmonize with others to work together. Although the matter can be accomplished, it will take time to achieve. If asking about official rank, a night divination suggests the possibility of success. Moreover, the branch 'Zi' is the nurturing stage of 'Si' fire, and also the wife's wealth of the day stem, which is placed on the day stem. If this divination is taken in the first lunar month, the wife is certain to be pregnant; but if taken in the seventh or eighth lunar month, the wife may lose the pregnancy.

天時：占晴得晴，占雨得雨，冬占必雪。功名：得太陽祿馬生扶，必主乘軒。求財：子作貴人臨干，主得貴人之財。婚姻：女家豪貴，男亦顯榮。胎產：巳為雙女，女子之祥。

Heavenly conditions: If you ask for clear weather, it will be clear; if you ask for rain, it will rain. In winter, it is certain to snow. Career: If the sun, day stem, and post-horse all generate and support each other, there will certainly be joy from being promoted and taking office by carriage. Seeking wealth: The branch of the day is occupied by a nobleman and comes upon the day stem, indicating that one will gain wealth given by the nobleman. Marriage: The woman's family is wealthy and prestigious, and the man will also become prosperous in the future. Pregnancy and childbirth: There is an indication of two daughters, which is a good omen for giving birth to a daughter.

疾病：虎鬼克干，病體沉重。年命有救，或可延生。家宅：支上乘墓，宅必蒙昧，戌又空陷，憂及弟兄。出行：陸路坦坦，舟楫難行。行人：業已乘軒，何愁不至。捕獲：七九月中，一無漏網。出軍：有戰必勝。

Disease: The White Tiger is riding on the official ghost and is attacking the day stem, indicating a serious illness; if there is a saving deity on the person's birth year and destiny, perhaps life can be prolonged. Family residence: The day branch is ridden by the tomb deity, causing darkness and confusion in the house, with the戌 falling into an empty and weak position, leading to troubles involving the brothers. Travel: Traveling by land is smooth and unobstructed, but traveling by boat is difficult. Traveler: The person who has left home is already in a carriage on the road, so there is no need to worry about not reaching the destination. Capture: If action is taken between July and September, none will escape. Military campaign: As long as there is a battle, victory is certain.

畢法云：簾幕貴人高甲第(夜將方是)，傳墓入墓分憎愛。課經云：己巳日，巳加子發用，為鑄印乘軒。蓋戌中有辛金，巳中有丙火，丙辛相合，金遇火而成印。末傳卯為車輪，有乘軒之象，又為生我者，傳墓入墓，大不利占生計及長上之事。

The "Bifa Fu" says: When the Nobleman of the Night (Night Nobleman) is in authority behind the curtain, it indicates success in exams, but this is only valid when the night general is arranged. If the three transmissions enter the墓 (grave) and return to the墓, whether it is loathsome or favorable should be considered separately. The "Ke Jing" says: On the day of Jisi, the巳 is placed over the子 and initiates the transmission, which symbolizes the image of casting an official seal and riding in a carriage. The戌 contains the hidden metal辛, and the巳 contains the hidden fire丙; the丙 and辛 combine, and the metal is refined by fire to become an official seal. The final transmission is卯, which represents a carriage wheel, hence the image of riding in a carriage. The卯 is also the parent爻 that nourishes me. However, if the three transmissions enter the墓, it is greatly unfavorable for divination regarding livelihood and matters concerning superiors.

課體：涉害，從革，察微，泆女。課義：傳生空亥，索還魂債，晝貴加貴，夜貴深怪。解曰：己干為支上酉金所脫，復自支上傳出金局，以生干上之亥水。原酉金本來脫我，我挾亥水反去脫酉，不惟不損，翻有所益。亥為空財，於己無益。今得酉金一生，便是實財，故曰索還魂債。又晝貴臨子夜貴之上，必是貴人往貴人之家。干謁必涉兩貴。夜貴入獄，疑有深怪之事。

The lesson pattern has four categories: "Shehai" (Involvement of Harm), "Congge" (Metallurgical), where the three transmissions Si, You, and Chou form a metal trinity; "Chawei" (Observation of Subtleties), where the matter is subtle and needs careful examination to be seen; and "Yunü" (Fornicating Woman), indicating a woman who is unchaste and runs away with a man. The lesson meaning says: the three transmissions generate a fallen water of Hai, which is like reclaiming a dead debt; the nobleman of the day is also placed upon the nobleman, while the nobleman of the night falls into the prison position, indicating something strange within the matter. The explanation says: the己 earth is drained by the酉 gold on the day branch, and the day branch also transmits the Si, You, and Chou metal trinity, which in turn generates the亥 water on the day stem. Originally, the酉 gold drained my energy, but now I use the亥 water to drain the酉 gold, not only without loss, but actually gaining benefit. The亥 water is originally a fallen treasure, which is of no use to己 earth; now it is supported by the酉 gold, turning the empty treasure into a real one, hence it is said to be reclaiming a debt from the underworld. Moreover, the nobleman of the day is located at the position of the nobleman of the night, indicating that one nobleman goes to the house of another nobleman to request something, inevitably involving two noblemen. The nobleman of the night is in the prison position, suggesting there is something strange and unspoken within the matter.

斷曰：見機之卦，復傳從革。凡事更變，先難後易。子孫爻現，必憂官職。若財爻再現，則仕宦大利。惟不利病訟耳。天時：六陰相繼，先風後雨。家宅：財氣甚薄，生息頗蕃，有成有敗，先困後饒。功名：剝官煞重，未見全美。求財：得失相等。

The divination indicates a卦 of discerning opportunity, with the three transmissions forming a complete circle of metal (from-reform metal). In all matters, there will be a need for change and transformation, beginning with difficulty and ending with ease. In the hexagram, the official's son爻 appears, indicating that officials will be anxious about their positions; if the wealth爻 also appears, it will be highly beneficial for officialdom, though it is unfavorable for matters concerning illness and lawsuits. As for the weather: the six spirits indicated by the hexagram and transmissions are all yin, connected in sequence, beginning with wind and followed by rain. For the household: the wealth energy is weak, but the population is still growing, with both success and failure, starting with hardship and later becoming prosperous. Regarding official rank: the Inauspicious Sha that deprives the official star is too strong, so it is not entirely favorable. In seeking wealth: the gains and losses are roughly balanced.

婚姻：泆女從革，占婚不吉。疾病：虛怯之症，賴有良醫，病雖不增，患不脫體。出行：虛耗無馬，不能動移。謁貴：晝貴他往，夜貴入獄，俱難相見。行人：天罡加孟，未能即至。出師：利主不利客，軍需不足，可取資於敵。

Marriage: Being both a promiscuous woman and one who is subject to change, the prediction for marriage is unfavorable. Disease: It belongs to a condition of weakness and deficiency, fortunately there is a good doctor to treat it, the illness may not worsen again, but the root of the disease remains. Travel: It is a mere waste with no post-horse available, so departure is not possible. Seeking the nobleman: The nobleman of the day has already gone elsewhere, and the nobleman of the night is in a prison position, so neither can be seen. A traveler: The Tiangang (Chen) is placed on the four young positions of寅, 申, 巳, and 亥, so the person will not arrive soon. Military campaign: It is favorable for the main army but not for the guest army, the military supplies and provisions are insufficient, so they should be obtained from the enemy's side.

畢法云：后合占婚豈用媒，傳墓入墓分憎愛，合中犯殺蜜中砒。心鏡云：定知四處財爻現，官遷訟罪病難痊。課經云：己巳日，子加申為胎坐長生格。占孕最吉，占產最凶。以子戀母腹，難產故也。

The "Bifa Fu" says: "Heavenly Empress" (governs women and private matters) and "Liu He" (governs marriage, trade, and harmony) appearing together indicate a marriage fortune, where the two parties will naturally come together without the need for a matchmaker; if the three transmissions fall into a墓 (grave) and enter a墓, one must distinguish whether it is something loathsome or something endearing; if Inauspicious Sha (malevolent stars) are interwoven among the triple harmony and Liu He, it is like砒霜 (arsenic) added to honey. The "Xingjing" says: if wealth signs appear in all four directions, officials may expect promotion, those involved in litigation will face punishment, and the sick will find it difficult to recover. The "Ke Jing" says: on the day of Jisi, with the day stem added to Shen, it forms the "Tai Zuo Changsheng" pattern, which is most auspicious for predicting pregnancy but most inauspicious for predicting childbirth, because the fetus clings to the mother's womb and refuses to come out, leading to difficult labor.

課體：重審，元胎，斬關，勵德。課義：長生財德，三事無力，晝夜推之，兩貴蹉跌。解曰：申乃己土長生，臨巳受刑。巳又為金生之地，未免戀生不能舍去。中傳亥財值旬空，末傳寅德又陷空，三事無力矣。子加酉，晝貴臨於夜地。申加巳，夜貴臨於晝方。若占告貴，事不歸一，所謂尖擔兩頭脫者是也。貴人若順，告貴無阻，則宜進步。貴人若逆，告貴不允，則宜退步。貴在干前，事不宜迫，迫則必為貴所怒。貴在干後，事則宜催，不催則彼必緩慢無力矣。

The lesson pattern combines four types: when the four lessons are all under one god that is below and the god above is taken for initiating transmission, it is called re-examination. When the three transmissions mutually generate and the matter begins anew, it is called original embryo. When the transmission and lesson meet the Tiangang and Hekui, and can overcome difficulties, it is called cutting the gate. When the nobleman is at the卯 position, it is called cultivating virtue. The lesson meaning says: growth, wife's wealth, and day stem's virtue, these three things are all ineffective. Both day nobleman and night nobleman are arranged, but they both pass by each other. Explanation says: the申 is the growth place of己 earth, but it is on the巳 which is under punishment; the巳 is the growth place of metal, and the申 is greedy for the growth place and refuses to leave. The middle transmission is亥, which is the wealth trigram but is exactly in the empty period. The final transmission is寅, which is the day virtue but is in the empty period. Thus, growth, wealth, and virtue are all ineffective. The heaven plate子 is added to the earth plate酉, which is the day nobleman on the night nobleman's position. The heaven plate申 is added to the earth plate巳, which is the night nobleman on the day nobleman's position. If one seeks help from the nobleman, the matter will not be clear, which is exactly what the common saying says: a flat pole with both ends loose. If the nobleman moves in the right direction, seeking help will not be blocked, and one should move forward. If the nobleman moves in the wrong direction, seeking help will not be approved, and one should step back. If the nobleman is before the day stem, the matter should not be hurried, as hurrying will anger the nobleman. If the nobleman is after the day stem, the matter should be urged, as not urging will result in delay and weakness.

斷曰：重審之課，忠孝為先。元胎之傳，受生為上。君子循理，遇此無傷。小人肆孟，必致悖亂。且支干互脫，三傳又脫，虛詐誑騙，無有窮盡。占者得此，必須步步留心，方能脫患。

The divination indicates that this lesson emphasizes loyalty and filial piety above all. The transmission of the original embryo focuses on the importance of being able to give birth and nurture. A virtuous person acts according to reason and will not suffer harm when encountering this lesson; a petty person indulges in personal desires and will inevitably lead to rebellion and confusion. Moreover, the day stem and day branch mutually weaken each other, and the three transmissions form a continuous pattern of depletion, leading to endless deceit and falsehood. Those who receive this lesson must be cautious at every step in order to escape misfortune.

天時：水母被刑，天罡指陰，自然滂沛。家宅：不甚安寧，不利子息。功名：官星落空，填實有望。求財：虛耗百出，得亦終失。婚姻：支干交脫，彼此虛耗。胎產：夜占男妊，貴而易產。官訟：無傷。出行：水路宜行。疾病：空墓臨干，老少不吉。逃亡：近水處問信。行人：天罡臨季，出旬自至。出師：營壘宜固。

Heavenly conditions: The mother of water is harmed, and the Tiangang (Chen) points to a yin position, naturally leading to heavy rain. Home: Not very peaceful, unfavorable for descendants. Career: The official star is in an empty position, one must wait until the year and month when it is filled to have hope. Seeking wealth: Expenses are wasted continuously, even if one gains it, it will eventually be lost. Marriage: The day stem and day branch mutually drain each other, leading to mutual loss between the two families. Pregnancy: Divination at night indicates a male fetus, which is auspicious and favorable for life. Lawsuits: No injury will occur. Travel: It is suitable to travel by water. Illness: The empty position and the tomb god both affect the day stem, which is inauspicious for the elderly and children. Fugitive: Go to places near water to inquire. Traveler: The Tiangang (Chen) is located at the four seasonal positions of Chen, Xu, Chou, and Wei, so the person will naturally arrive after this cycle. Military campaign: The camp should be set firmly.

畢法云：貴人蹉跌事參差，空上逢空事莫追。課經云：己巳日申加巳，生中傳之亥水。中傳亥水，又生末傳之寅木。寅木反剋日干之己土，是恩變為仇，名恩多怨深格。

The "Bifa Fu" says: When the Nobleman appears in a different position, things become inconsistent; if Kongwang is encountered again on top of Kongwang, there is no need to pursue the matter further. The "Ke Jing" says: On the Jisi day, the Shen is placed over the Si, the Shen generates the亥 water in the Middle Transmission, the亥 water in the Middle Transmission generates the寅 wood in the Final Transmission, but the寅 wood turns back to overcome the day stem Ji soil. This is when favor turns into resentment, known as the "En Du Yan Shen" pattern.

課體：間傳，彈射，不備，寡宿，進退。課義：彈射亡丸，勿干貴官，降志求生，夜丑須看。解曰：日遙克亥神而逢空，是彈射而無丸，喻求財無所得而反有所費也。子為晝貴，臨戌入獄。申為夜貴，臨午被克。貴人自顧不暇，干之何益。未被酉脫，遂往就於己以求生，有舍己從人之象，故曰降志求生，又曰逃生避難。夜丑須看者，以丑為遁鬼，夜乘白虎，不可不防也。

The five types of lesson patterns are: 'Intermittent Transmission', where the three transmissions are spaced apart and the matter is complicated; 'Projectile', where the four lessons are not in conflict, and the day stem remotely controls a certain deity, like shooting an object with a projectile; 'Incomplete', where the four lessons are not complete and only three are formed; 'Gusu', indicating loneliness and lack of support; and 'Forward and Backward', where the matter is uncertain and fluctuating. The lesson meaning says: if there is a projectile but no projectile, do not seek the noble official; instead, lower your aspirations and find another way, especially being cautious about the evil deity at the hour of Chou. The explanation says: the day stem remotely controls the亥 deity, and the亥 is exactly in the empty position of the ten-day cycle, which is like wanting to shoot but having no projectile, symbolizing that seeking wealth not only fails to obtain it but also results in a loss. The son is the daytime noble person, but it is located on the戌 and is in prison; the申 is the night noble person, but it is located on the午 and is being controlled. The noble person himself cannot even take care of himself, so seeking him is useless. Since it is not released by the酉 metal, it turns to rely on the己 soil for sustenance, showing a tendency to abandon oneself and submit to others, hence it is called lowering one's aspirations to survive, also called escaping danger. The reason for paying attention to the evil deity at night is that the heavenly stem hidden at the Chou position has transformed into an official ghost, and since it is a night divination, it is also accompanied by the White Tiger, which must be guarded against.

斷曰：彈射之卦，事多不實，禍福俱輕，有志惑心疑，進少退多之象，且財爻落空。夜占元武發用，定主失脫。且干上之酉，乃己土之敗氣，又為支之破碎，晝占乘合，家中必有破敗之子，緣酉為己土子孫。倘夜占乘後，必為婢妾所破也。

The divination says: The hexagram indicates a situation that is mostly not genuine, with both misfortune and fortune being light. It shows a state of having aspirations yet being doubtful, advancing little and retreating much. Moreover, the wealth爻 falls on Kongwang, indicating emptiness. If the divination is done at night with Yuanwu as the initiating transmission, it certainly indicates loss or theft. Furthermore, the day stem's酉 is the declining phase of Ji earth, and also the broken god of the day branch. If divined during the day with it riding on Liuhe, there must be a son who brings about family decline, since酉 is precisely the son爻 of Ji earth. If divined at night with it riding on Tianhou, it must be that the family is ruined by servants or concubines.

天時：課傳六陰，晝占酉乘六合，陰雲之象。家宅：支干各乘破敗，財空鬼實，官災失脫難免。求名：簾幕不現，干支破敗，縱求無益。求財：須防失脫。婚姻：女占稍利，男卜不吉。

Heavenly circumstances: The divination and transmission are all governed by Yin spirits. During the day, the divination is on You (the Hourly Branch) and is accompanied by Liu He, indicating a scene of heavy clouds and Yin energy. Family affairs: Both the Day Stem and Day Branch are governed by broken spirits. The wealth hexagram is empty while the ghost hexagram is real, so legal troubles and loss are inevitable. Seeking fame: The nobleman is not present behind the curtain, and both the stem and branch are broken, so even if one goes to seek help, there will be no benefit. Seeking wealth: One must be cautious of being deceived. Marriage: Divination for the woman is slightly favorable, but divination for the man is not auspicious.

胎產：孕主滿胎，育子不肖。疾病：良醫雖有，破耗無已。行人：天罡乘孟，行者未發。出行：陸路有損，水路防失。遺失：元武發用，日上酉金，又作空亡，竊資遠遁，恐不能獲。出師：敵詐不實，防有虛驚。

Conception and birth: The child is carried to full term and is well-developed, but the son raised will not be capable. Illness: Although a good doctor can be found, there will be continuous loss of wealth. Travelers: The Tiangang (Chen) is in the position of the four beginning months, so those who are about to leave have not yet departed. Travel: Traveling by land will result in loss, while traveling by water requires caution against losing belongings. Lost items: The Black Tortoise initiates the transmission, and the酉 metal on the day stem falls into the empty position. The thief has taken the goods and fled far away, and it is likely that they cannot be recovered. Military campaign: The enemy is deceptive and not genuine, and one should be cautious of a false alarm.

畢法云：兩貴受克難干貴，虎乘遁鬼殃非淺；避難逃生須棄舊，干支皆敗勢傾頹。玉成歌云：事占知一興雲近，遙克當傳主遠尋。

The *Bifa Fu* says: If both the nobleman in the day and night positions are restrained, it is difficult to seek help from the nobleman; if the white tiger is riding on the hidden stem transformed into the official ghost, the calamity will be severe; to escape danger and survive, one must abandon everything they have; if both the day stem and day branch are in a state of decline, their strength will inevitably weaken. The *Yucheng Ge* says: When a matter encounters the lesson of knowing one, it is like clouds about to form, and the result will be near; if the matter encounters the use of distant restraint, the outcome will be far away.

課體：昴星，龍德，天羅，虎視，掩目。課義：辰之陰神，及夫課名，三傳並見，五虎縱橫。解曰：未作辰陰，上乘白虎一也。課名虎視二也。中為白虎之本家，兩見於傳中，一見於干上，共成五虎。一課五虎，凶惡極矣，晝占則的；夜占則未作螣蛇，凶亦不殺。

There are five types of lesson patterns: "昴星", which refers to a situation where the four lessons have neither mutual overcoming nor remote overcoming; on a yang day, the god at the earthly branch You is used as the initiating transmission, while on a yin day, the god at the heavenly branch You is used as the initiating transmission; "龙德", which means the sovereign is present at the initiating transmission and the daytime noble is in authority, indicating a presence of benevolence; "天罗", which means being caught in a net, unable to escape from difficulties; "虎视", which is another name for "昴星" on a yang day, with the full name being "虎视转蓬"; and "掩目", which is another name for "昴星" on a yin day, meaning "Winter Snake covering its eyes". The lesson meaning says: the hidden god of the day branch Chen, together with the name of the lesson, all appear in the three transmissions, forming a total of five white tigers intersecting. The explanation says: Wei is the hidden god of Chen, with a white tiger above it, which is the first; the name of the lesson is "虎视", which is the second; Shen is the original position of the white tiger, appearing twice in the three transmissions and once on the day stem, totaling five white tigers. In one lesson, five white tigers appear together, indicating extreme misfortune, which is most accurate when divining during the day; when divining at night, the white tiger above Wei is "螣蛇", which signifies fear, strange occurrences, and firelight, making the ominous trend less intense.

斷曰：課名冬蛇掩目，不動不變，有伏匿之象。支干陰神又作天羅地網，遇患不能避，遭難不能逃。惟利占功名官祿之事，以傳見二貴一祿，晝貴又登天門故也。天時：不動不變。家宅：仕人占之有非常之喜，庶人占之有非常之禍。功名：必得官祿，但非正印，以權攝不正之故。求財：遁壬逢生，暗財必豐。婚姻：午作日祿，妝奩必厚。

The divination says: The name of the lesson is "Winter Snake Covering the Eyes," which is unchanging and unmoving, showing a hidden and concealed appearance. The hidden spirits of the day stem and day branch form a heaven and earth net, encountering misfortune that cannot be avoided and disaster that cannot be escaped. However, matters concerning official rank and fame are beneficial, because among the three transmissions there are two noblemen and one day's wealth, and the day's nobleman is at the heavenly gate position of亥. The weather: heaven and earth are unmoving, so the sky shows no change. The family residence: officials who divinate will have great good fortune, while common people will have great misfortune. Official rank: one will certainly gain official position and wealth, but the gain is not a real official position, because it is a temporary appointment and the status is not proper. Seeking wealth: the hidden stem of壬water meets generation and support, so hidden wealth will certainly be abundant. Marriage:午is the day's wealth, so the bride's dowry will certainly be abundant.

胎產：女子之祥。尋訪：不動不變，無蹤無跡。捕獲：元武在羅網之中，獲之最易。疾病：虎視逢虎，不比泛常，總不見鬼，虎脫難當。出行：水路頗佳，恐不能行。行人：罡加於卯，道路甚遙，不久自歸。出師：午火制申金，利主不利客。

Talented birth: This is a good omen for giving birth to a daughter. Seeking someone: Human affairs remain unchanged, and the person being sought is nowhere to be found. Capture: The Black Tortoise is caught in the net itself, making it easy to capture. Illness: When the lesson of the White Tiger coincides with the White Tiger, it cannot be treated as a common illness; fortunately, the lesson does not show the official ghost throughout, and the White Tiger is free from ghostly influence, so it will not cause harm. Travel: Traveling by water is favorable, but it is feared that the journey may not even take place. Traveler: The Tiangang Chen is placed on the卯, indicating a long journey, but the person will return soon. Military campaign: The fire of午 overcomes the metal of申, which is favorable for the main army but not for the opposing army.

畢法云：權攝不正祿臨支，所謀多拙逢羅網，虎視逢虎力難施。課經云：六己日申加未，晝將乘太常臨於日干者，必主占婚姻之事，緣太常與口之長生相併故也。古鑑：亥將戌時占逃亡，賢人在東北，緣己德在寅，寅臨於丑。小人則在西南，緣巳刑申，申臨於未。申七未八，七八五十六里。遁得壬申辛未，壬六辛七，共十三，計六十九里。

The *Bifa Fu* says: When the day stem's禄 (favorable position) is located on the day branch, the person will certainly hold a position of authority but only temporarily, and the position will not be legitimate; the matters they plan to do will mostly be clumsy, because they have encountered a net. When the lesson is of the "White Tiger" type and the White Tiger also appears, even if one has strength, it cannot be fully utilized. The *Kejing* says: For any day with the stem Ji, if Shen is placed on Wei during the day, and the day stem is occupied by Tai Chang (which governs banquets, clothing, food, and wealth), then the matter being divined is certainly about marriage, because Tai Chang and the day stem's long life are both in the same position. The *Gujian* records an example: Using the亥 (Boar) general and the戌 (Dog) hour to divinate a missing person, the judgment states that a virtuous person is in the Northeast, because the day stem Ji's virtue is in寅 (Rat), and寅 is located in the position of丑 (Ox); while a petty person is in the Southwest, because巳 (Snake) is in conflict with申 (Monkey), and申 is located in the position of未 (Sheep). The number of申 is seven, and the number of未 is eight, seven multiplied by eight gives fifty-six li; then using the method of concealment, we get Renshen (Ren Shen) and Xinwei (Xin Wei). The number of壬 is six, and the number of辛 is seven, totaling thirteen, so altogether it is sixty-nine li.

課體：伏吟，元胎，自任。課義：晝德乘虎，中財休取，獻納尤宜，不利商賈。解曰：申乃德祿，晝占乘虎，不可守也。中傳之寅乘蛇作財，已不可取，而況寅上又乘遁鬼乎。末傳巳火又來傷干，守之無益，動必大傷。不如靜守驚危之德祿，還可以聊生也。庚午伏吟，干支拱定夜貴人。若年命在內，大宜告貴用事，得以成就，拱日祿亦然。

There are three types of lesson patterns: "Hidden Chant" (伏吟), where the branches of the Heaven Plate and Earth Plate are the same, and all matters are concealed and inactive; "Original Embryo" (元胎); and "Self-Responsibility" (自任), which is the method of using a Hidden Chant lesson on a Yang day, where all matters can only be handled by oneself. The lesson interpretation says: during the day, the day stem is occupied by the White Tiger, and the wealth hexagram in the middle transmission should not be taken. This lesson is suitable for presenting offerings and tribute, but not for business transactions. The explanation says: the branch of Shen is both the day stem's virtue and its official salary, but during the day it is occupied by the White Tiger, so it cannot be held. The wealth hexagram in the middle transmission,寅, is occupied by the Teng Snake and is considered as a wife's wealth, which is already not suitable to take, and even worse, the branch of寅 is also occupied by the hidden stem transformed into the official ghost. The final transmission,巳 fire, comes again to injure and overcome the day stem. Holding on brings no benefit, and any movement will cause great harm. It is better to remain quiet and hold on to this virtue and salary, which although has some danger, is still one's own, and can be勉强 endured. For the Hidden Chant lesson on Gengwu day, the day stem and day branch are exactly in the position of the night nobleman. If the person's age and birth year are exactly within this position, it is most suitable to seek help from the nobleman, and the matter will certainly succeed. The principle of the day salary being enclosed is the same.

斷曰：自任之卦，元胎為用，旺相則吉，休囚則凶。惟宜守己待時，不宜妄動。如有必不得已而動，則又有功。天時：占晴不晴，占雨不雨。功名：晝占利於武職，或有節鉞之任。求財：遲得，不可貪多。家宅：優遊靜守，不宜躁動；若強出頭，必有禍患。婚姻：夜占性躁，恐有刑傷。

The divination says: When the hexagram indicates self-reliance, it should be initiated from the original state. If it meets the prosperous and strong energy, it will be auspicious; if it meets the weak and confined energy, it will be inauspicious. One should only remain steadfast and wait for the right opportunity, and not act rashly. If one must act due to unavoidable circumstances, then acting may still bring some success. Weather: If one asks for clear weather, it will not clear; if one asks for rain, it will not rain. Career: Divination during the day is favorable for military positions, possibly leading to a position of holding the flag and spear, or being entrusted with a major responsibility. Wealth: Gaining wealth will be slow, and one should not be greedy. Home: It is suitable to remain calm and quiet, and not to act hastily or recklessly; if one insists on showing off, there will be misfortune. Marriage: If divined at night, the person is impetuous, and there may be injuries or punishments.

胎產：雙生男喜。官訟：防有刑責，和解則吉。出行：馬已動矣，陸行甚利。行人：近者即刻可到。遺失：在家中舊地再尋。捕獲：尚在本境。疾病：肺家受病，巳午日防增病。出兵：晝占不勝，夜占稍吉。

Childbirth: Indicates the birth of a pair of boys, which is a good omen. Legal disputes: Be cautious of legal punishment; if a reconciliation is possible, it will be auspicious. Travel: The post-horse has already been mobilized, and traveling by land is favorable. Travelers: Those who live nearby will arrive immediately. Lost items: Look again in the original place where things were kept. Capture: The person is still within the local area. Illness: The illness is in the lung meridian; be cautious of worsening symptoms on the day of Si and Wu. Military campaign: If the divination is done during the day, victory is unlikely; if done at night, it is somewhat better.

畢法云：旺祿臨身徒妄作，任信丁馬須言動。庚午伏吟子作虎，沖支上午，為獅獸沖宅，必有對鄰獸頭沖其本家，或道路上有獅子沖宅，以致家道衰替。如對鄰陷於空亡，便不足畏也。丑加丑，亦謂之兩貴夾。

The *Bifa Fu* says: When a strong禄神 is present at the self, it is merely a waste of effort and a reckless move; only when the lesson includes a reliable Ding神 and a Post-horse can it be said that there will be action. In a Hidden Chant lesson on a Gengwu day, the子 position is occupied by White Tiger, which goes to冲 the day branch午, forming the image of a lion and beast attacking the house. This indicates that there is a beast's head facing the house directly across the street, or a stone lion facing the house on the road, leading to a gradual decline of the family fortune. If the neighbor across the street happens to fall under Kongwang, then there is no need to be afraid. When Chou is added to Chou, it is also called two noble ones enclosing each other.

課體：遙克，逆茹，蒿矢。課義：交關且爾，可疑蒿矢，蛇雀空逢，五火焚燬。解曰：午未申巳交互相合，然以未合年而悔，以申合巳而疑，則雖交車相合，而尚多不足之處也。午火傷庚，其力雖微，而三傳引入鬼鄉，三傳俱火，夜占又逢蛇雀，五火齊發，庚金焉能免其焚燬哉。折蒿為矢，力弱難傷，緩而且輕。然引入鬼鄉全是火局，則微金受爍矣。惟仕宦占之，則官星雖旺，賴干上未土化煞生身，方為官文全美。晝占簾幕貴人臨干，占試事必雋。

There are three types of lesson patterns: 'Remote Control', where neither the upper nor lower of the four lessons are mutually controlling, and instead a distant god is used as the initiating transmission; 'Reverse Eating', where the three transmissions follow the reverse order and connect in a backward sequence, like pulling out the roots of a weed; 'Arrow of Rushes', where in the case of remote control, an external god controls the day stem, like an arrow made of rush reeds, which has weak power and causes light harm. The lesson meaning says: although the meeting of the chariot and the combination are not much different, the lesson of 'Arrow of Rushes' is questionable; when divining at night and encountering Teng Snake and Vermilion Bird, the five fires all erupt together, burning up the metal of the day stem. The explanation says: the four gods of午, 未, 申, and 巳 are mutually combining, but 未 does not combine with 午, which brings regret, and 申 combines with 巳, which brings suspicion. Thus, although they are meeting of the chariot and combination, there are still many shortcomings. The fire of 午 harms and controls the metal of the day stem, though its power is slight, but the three transmissions lead the day stem into the land of officials and ghosts. The three transmissions are all fire, and when divining at night and encountering Teng Snake and Vermilion Bird, the five fires erupt together, how can the metal of the day stem escape being burned? Using rush reeds as arrows, the power is weak and cannot harm people, and the force is slow and light; but once led into the land of ghosts and forming a complete fire pattern, this slight metal will be melted. Only those who are officials, when they divinate, have a strong official star, but rely on the earth of 未 on the day stem to disperse the evil and generate themselves, thus achieving both the official star and the documents. When divining in the daytime, the nobleman is present on the day stem, and divining for an examination will certainly rank high.

斷曰：蒿矢之卦，兼逆連茹，其始雖有凶勇之勢，愈久愈微，蓋憂喜皆末實也；禍由外作，兵利為主。天時：課傳全是火土，久雨當日即晴。家宅：宅坐長生，主人宅興旺，夜占防火燭。功名：甚利，以退為進。求財：合夥營生則利。婚姻：可成，女益於男。

The divination indicates: This is the卦 of蒿矢, combined withretrograde and连茹. At first, there is a fierce and powerful appearance, but it gradually weakens over time, because whether it is sorrow or joy, in the end it does not materialize. The calamity comes from outside, and it is advantageous to take the initiative in military matters. The weather: both the lesson and the transmission are of fire and earth energy, so prolonged rain will clear up on the same day. For the household: the house is located in the long life position, so the owner and the house are both prosperous; during the night, be cautious of fire and candles. For official rank: very favorable, it is advantageous to retreat and then advance. For seeking wealth: profit comes from partnership in business. For marriage: it can be successful, and it is beneficial for the woman compared to the man.

眙產：屬女，孕則穩，產則易。疾病：病勢甚急，防有血症，惟養脾補腎為妙。出行：恐有阻，不能動身。行人：尚未歸。遺失：當在家中東南。捕獲：在西北方，樓臺池水之旁。出兵：可以取勝，晝占則吉。

Pregnancy: The child is a girl, the pregnancy is stable, and the delivery will be smooth. Disease: The illness is urgent, one should beware of bleeding, and the most appropriate remedy is to nourish the spleen and kidney. Travel: There may be obstacles, and one may not be able to move. Traveler: The traveler has not yet returned. Lost item: It should be in the southeast corner of the house. Capture: The person is in the northwest, near a building or a pond. Military campaign: It can be victorious, and it is more auspicious during the day.

畢法云：簾幕貴人高甲第。玉成歌云：水乘火將皆驚恐，勾雀同傳主訟爭。指掌賦云：三傳剋日，眾鬼難堪。

The "Bifa Fu" says: When the Nobleman is in authority behind a curtain, it indicates success in exams. The "Yucheng Ge" says: When the Water God is riding on the Fire General, it signifies fear and alarm; when "Gou Chen" (which governs disputes, land, and lawsuits) appears together with the Vermilion Bird in the Three Transmissions, it indicates the arising of disputes. The "Zhipang Fu" says: When all three transmissions jointly restrain the Day Stem, there is a situation of many ghosts attacking, which is really hard to bear.

課體：元首，間傳，顧祖，迴環。課義：幸名顧祖，亡門欺侮，可恨者寅，暗助初午。解曰：午發用，間退至寅，名為顧祖，其名可謂幸矣。但支午臨干克庚，又為上門亂首，是敢於欺侮者也。棄而投中傳之生，而辰遭夾克，又不足投。更進而就末傳之財，乃寅木遁鬼乘蛇，暗助初傳午火，反為傷庚，尤為可恨也。庚遂移而投戌上以受生，亦可謂之避難逃生。干上午，支上辰，乃干支與初中傳，拱地盤之夜貴，宜告貴成事。助刑戕德格：乃六處有神作支之自刑，又作干鬼，又結連三傳為鬼，來傷庚德。

There are four types of lesson patterns: "Original Head," where among the four lessons only one upper god is found to be attacking the lower god, and it takes that as the initiating transmission, so all matters proceed smoothly; "Intermediate Transmission"; "Looking Back to Ancestry," where the three transmissions are in reverse order, each separated by a position, and return to the place of growth and origin; "Circular Connection," where the four lessons and three transmissions are connected from beginning to end, turning around and around. The lesson meaning says: Fortunately, we have the good name of "Looking Back to Ancestry," but there is a god coming to the head and disturbing the superior; most annoying is the final transmission of yin wood, secretly helping the initial transmission of wu fire. The explanation says: Wu is the initiating transmission, moving in reverse order through the positions to reach yin, which is called "Looking Back to Ancestry," and this name is indeed fortunate. But the day branch wu is on the day stem and attacks geng metal, forming the image of a god coming to the head and disturbing the superior, which is an act of daring to bully the superior. The day stem abandons it and seeks survival through the middle transmission, but the middle transmission chen is attacked by both sides, so it is not worth seeking; moving forward to the final transmission, which is the wealth爻, the yin wood hidden in the heavenly stem is transformed into official ghost and rides on teng snake, secretly helping the initial transmission wu fire, and then turns back to injure geng metal, which is especially annoying. Geng metal thus moves to xu to receive birth and nourishment, which can also be called escaping from danger. The day stem is wu, the day branch is chen, the day stem and day branch together with the initial and middle transmissions, are exactly enclosing the night nobleman on the earth plate, which is suitable for seeking help from the nobleman to accomplish things. The saying "helping in crime, injuring virtue, and blocking" refers to among the six positions there is a god causing self-punishment on the day branch, and also the official ghost on the day stem, and it also involves all three transmissions being transformed into official ghosts, all coming together to injure the virtue of geng metal on the day.

斷曰：見機之卦，又名顧祖，有功成身退之象。顧祖詩曰：顧祖迎親復舊廬，求財謀望始圖維；惟有庚日不宜見，鬼來又向病中居。天時：龍神發用，宜有雨。求財：到手之後須防後禍。婚姻：不吉，不孝公姑。胎產：胎臨長生，恐其難產。疾病：脾家受克，不能即愈。爭訟：有人唆訟，防遭遣責。出行：驛馬陷空，未能起程。行人：末回。捕獲：在正東方，難獲。遺失：為人帶去。出兵：夜占將星克武，可以全勝。

The divination indicates a卦 of discerning opportunity, also known as Guzu, showing the appearance of achieving success and then withdrawing. The Guzu poem says: The Guzu divination is like welcoming a close relative back to the old home; seeking wealth and making plans should start from the beginning. However, on a Geng day, this divination is not suitable, as the official ghost comes, and the person will be trapped in illness. Weather conditions: The Azure Dragon initiates the transmission, indicating rain. Seeking wealth: After obtaining wealth, one must beware of future troubles. Marriage: Unfavorable, as after entering the family, the person will be disrespectful to the in-laws. Pregnancy: The fetal deity is located in the long life position, possibly leading to a difficult childbirth. Illness: The spleen meridian is being attacked, and the illness will not recover quickly. Disputes: Someone is inciting disputes, and one should beware of being reprimanded by superiors. Travel: The post-horse is trapped in Kongwang, and travel cannot proceed. A traveler: Has not yet returned. Capturing: The person is in the direction of due east, making it difficult to capture. Lost items: The item has been taken by someone else. Military campaign: Divined at night, the general star controls the warrior deity, leading to a great victory.

畢法云：我求彼事干傳支。課經云：末傳寅生起初傳午火而克庚金，乃教唆詞訟之人也。或為公曹、吏人、道士，或為鬍鬚人，或屬虎人，或其姓從木，再詳天將言之。

The Bi Fa Fu says: When the transmission starts from the day stem and returns to the day branch, it indicates that I am seeking someone else to handle a matter. The Ke Jing says: The final transmission is寅 wood which generates the initial transmission of午 fire, and the午 fire then overcomes庚 metal. This寅 wood is the person inciting a lawsuit; he may be a public official or servant in the government, or a Taoist priest, or a man with a full beard, or a person of the虎 zodiac, or someone whose surname contains the radical for wood. It is also necessary to examine the heavenly general accompanying it to make a definitive judgment.

課體：元首，元胎。課義：晝生夜克，訟凶官吉，亥喻蕭何，貴不憫恤。解曰：巳臨庚上，晝乘勾陳，則土將能生。夜乘朱雀，則火將為克，天將生克，吉凶分途矣。常人占訟，則官興而凶。仕人占宦，則官成而吉。亥為末傳，來克初巳，固能消災免禍。然生寅助巳，亦未始非亥也。所謂成也蕭何，敗也蕭何，皆亥之一神為之矣。兩貴入獄，求之則怒，豈有憫恤之心哉。

There are two types of lesson patterns: the original head and the original embryo. The meaning of the lesson says: if it is divined in the daytime, it is beneficial; if at night, it is subject to being overcome. For lawsuits, it is ominous; for official positions, it is auspicious. The final transmission is亥, which is like Xiao He of the early Han dynasty; success or failure both depend on him. Both noblemen are located in the prison position, showing no mercy at all. The explanation says:巳 is on top of庚, so if divined in the daytime, it is riding on Gou Chen, which belongs to earth and can generate metal; if at night, it is riding on Vermilion Bird, which belongs to fire and will overcome metal. The heavenly general is both generating and overcoming, thus dividing the auspicious and ominous into two paths. For ordinary people divining lawsuits, the government's involvement brings misfortune; for officials divining their careers, obtaining an official position brings good fortune.亥 is the final transmission, coming to overcome the initial transmission巳 fire, which can certainly help eliminate disasters and misfortunes; however, it generates寅 wood and then supports巳 fire again, which is still the matter of亥 dry branch. So, the one who brings success is Xiao He, and the one who brings failure is also Xiao He, all caused by亥 deity. Both noblemen are located in the prison position, seeking help only to provoke their anger, where is there any mercy?

斷曰：元首之卦，理宜從順。元胎之課，事宜從新。苟能事事順理，必有革故鼎新之象。天時：朱勾發用，龍神入廟，不能得雨。家宅：女人當坐喜，亦防火燭。婚姻：干上官，支上財，三傳財生官，主女益男家，來即受胎。胎產：是男喜，亦平安，但有病，產時略艱難。

The divination says: The main hexagram indicates that things should proceed in accordance with the natural order; the hexagram of the beginning suggests that matters should start anew. If everything proceeds smoothly, there will be a sign of eliminating old evils and establishing a new situation. Heaven's condition: The Vermilion Bird and Gou Chen initiate the transmission, the Azure Dragon returns to its own temple, and rain is not obtained. For the household: The woman in the family is about to have a child, and there should also be vigilance against fire and candles. For marriage: The day stem is the official star, the day branch is the wealth爻, and in the three transmissions, wealth generates the official star, indicating that the woman benefits the man's family, and upon entering the household, she will conceive. For childbirth: Giving birth to a son is a joyous event, both mother and child are safe, but there is a slight illness, and the childbirth will be somewhat difficult.

疾病：肝家有火，初病易治，久病難痊。求謀：有人在中間撮合，便孟干中取利。出行：水陸平安，但恐有病，亦防有阻。行人：馬猶落空，不能即至。遺失：有人慾破敗之。捕獲：隱東南貴人家。出兵：主勝客，恐曠日持久，頻有書信往來陣前。

Disease: There is fire in the liver meridian; new diseases are easy to cure, but long-term illnesses are hard to recover from. Seeking opportunities: Someone is acting as an intermediary, but that person wants to take advantage. Travel: Both water and land routes are safe, but beware of getting sick on the way and also of obstacles. A missing person: The post-horse is still in kongwang, so the person will not arrive soon. Lost items: Someone deliberately wants to destroy it. Capturing: It is hidden in the home of a nobleman in the southeast. Military campaign: The army of the host will defeat the guest army, but be cautious of prolonged warfare and frequent communication on the battlefield.

畢法云：金日逢丁凶禍動。課經云：巳加庚，卯加午，為丁神臨宅，是為人宅罹禍。蓋日上神剋日，而辰上神乘丁，又剋日故也。丁神乘卯，卯為日財。占者必因妻而起禍，否則因財而起禍。卯為胎財，若十月占，死氣在卯，畢法所謂胎財死氣損胎推也。

The *Bi Fa Fu* says: When the metal day stem meets the hidden stem Ding, misfortune will arise. The *Ke Jing* states: When Si is placed over Geng and Mao is placed over Wu, it is called Ding God controlling the house, meaning both the person and the house will suffer misfortune; this is because the heavenly stem above the day stem is attacking the day stem, and the earthly branch above the day branch is riding on Ding God, which also attacks the day stem. If Ding God is on Mao, Mao is the wife and wealth of the day stem, so the fortune will certainly be caused by the wife or by wealth. Moreover, Mao is also the fetal wealth. If the divination is made in the tenth month, death qi is exactly on Mao, which is the case mentioned in the *Bi Fa Fu* where fetal wealth meets death qi, and one must refer to the loss of the fetal wealth.

課體：知一，炎上，斬關。課義：自來生身，切勿信憑，倘遇夜卜，總是幽冥。解曰：辰來生支，晝夜皆乘元武，恐反虛盜，不足憑也。戌午空陷，不能會火局以克我，是彼雖有虛聲，而無實禍也。寅為財神，坐於鬼方，亦不敢取，是吉凶皆無所就矣。至於夜占遇之，愈加幽冥。然而大體不吉，豈獨夜占為然哉。干上辰土生庚金，支上寅木生午火。只宜坐待其時，倘動其干支，即坐於脫氣之鄉，謂之樂里生憂。戌為六合，臨寅奸丑，陰私不明，奴婢逃走。戌為孟上神，故不論涉害。

There are three types of lesson patterns: knowing one, which is comparing usage; "Inflaming Up," which is when the three transmissions consist of the fire triad of Yin, Wu, and Xu; and cutting the gate. The lesson meaning says: The辰 comes to me by itself to generate me, but one must not rely on it or depend on it; if one happens to cast a lesson at night, the whole situation is even more obscure. The explanation says: Although the辰 comes to generate me, it is governed by the Black Tortoise in both day and night arrangements, so it is likely false and deceptive, unreliable. The Wu and Xu are both in empty and trapped positions, so they cannot form a fire pattern to overcome me, showing that although the opponent may appear strong, there is no real harm. The寅 is the wealth god, but it is seated in the position of official ghosts, so it dares not take it, thus neither good nor bad can be achieved. As for casting a lesson at night, it becomes even more obscure; however, this lesson is basically not auspicious, so why would it be so only when cast at night? The辰 earth on the day stem generates the庚 metal, and the寅 wood on the day branch generates the午 fire, so it is only suitable to wait for the right opportunity; if one disturbs the stems and branches, one will enter a place of leakage, which is called joy leading to worry. The戌 is governed by the Liu He, which is on the寅 and has an affair with the丑, indicating secret and ambiguous matters, suggesting servants or attendants will run away. The戌 is a god of the first quarter, so it does not need to be determined by the method of involving harm.

斷曰：炎上之課，斬關可通，有舊事翻新之象。三傳全鬼，反為不畏，當有鬼神暗中默佑，轉禍為福。天時：炎上局，自戌傳寅，主晴。家宅：宅多闇昧之神，家有陰私之事。功名：自墓傳生，官星正旺。求財：財神臨支守虎，難以到手。婚姻：一派私淫之象，斷不宜成。

The divination says: This is a fire rising pattern, showing an image of cutting through barriers, indicating that matters are presenting as old things being brought up again. All three transmissions are official ghosts, yet this is not something to fear, for there are spirits secretly protecting and turning misfortune into good fortune. As for the weather: the three transmissions form a fire pattern, moving from戌 to寅, indicating clear weather. As for the household: there are many obscure and unclear spirits within the home, suggesting some hidden family matters. As for official positions: from the grave to the birth place, the official star is at its peak. As for seeking wealth: the wealth god is at the day branch but is guarded by the white tiger, making it difficult to obtain. As for marriage: there is a full atmosphere of secret relationships and immorality, so it is definitely not advisable to form a marriage.

胎產：陰私婢妾之孕，恐是病胎。疾病：晝占當是肺氣受病，宜清邪火，急切難愈。出行：宜從陸路，亦防盜賊。行人：他往未到。遺失：已為人取去。捕獲：在北方道路旁，或在僧道家。出軍：賊從西轉東，其勢正盛。

Tales of pregnancy: it is a secret pregnancy, possibly from a concubine or servant, and the child is likely to be sickly. Disease: during the day, it indicates illness in the lungs, suitable treatment is to clear away evil fire, but it cannot be cured quickly. Travel: it is suitable to travel by land, and one should also beware of thieves. Travelers: the person has gone to another place but has not yet arrived. Lost items: the things have already been taken by someone. Capture: the person is hiding by the northern road or concealed in the home of a monk or Taoist. Military campaign: the enemy force is coming from the west to the east, and is currently at its strongest.

畢法云：眾鬼雖彰全不畏，后合占婚豈用媒。課經云：三傳雖全傷日干，不知反生干上辰土，育養庚金，是謂傳鬼為生格。

The Bi Fa Fu says: Although many ghosts are apparent, they are all not to be feared; when the Heavenly Empress and Liu He appear together in a marriage divination, the two sides naturally match, without the need for a matchmaker. The Ke Jing says: Although the three transmissions all injure and overcome the day stem, they do not know that they instead benefit the day stem's辰土, and the辰土 then nourishes the庚金, which is called the pattern of "transmissions of ghosts becoming a source."

課體：比用，龍戰，官爵。課義：長生雖在，全無倚賴，丑為干墓，卯作支敗。解曰：巳乃長生，落於空亡，又被初傳戌墓，末傳子克，其不足倚賴明矣。丑為干墓，而臨干支。卯為支敗，而臨於干。彼此交互，俱無美意，是四課三傳，皆無益矣。況初中俱是空陷，吉凶不成，尤不宜占父母病也。干上卯生支，支上丑生干。雖有生旺之名，反成衰敗之象。蓋以卯敗午，而丑墓庚也。不可作耳生格。亦有干神生干，支神生支者，名俱生格，主彼此各有生意。六庚日卯加申，乃胎臨本日，占產可言當日便生，為胎神克絕也。

There are three types of lesson patterns: 'Bi Yong' (like and harmonious), where many of the four lessons are in conflict and the god that harmonizes with the day stem is used as the initiating transmission; 'Long Zhan' (dragon battle), where the卯 and 酉 are combined, and the two sides contend with each other; and 'Guan Jue' (official rank), which relates to matters of official positions and titles. The lesson meaning says: although the long life is still present, it is entirely unreliable; the丑 is the burial place of the day stem, and the卯 is the declining force of the day branch. The explanation says: the巳 is the long life of the庚 metal, but it falls into the empty and lost place, and is also taken by the戌墓 in the first transmission and is attacked by the子 water in the final transmission, so its unreliability is obvious. The丑 is the burial place of the day stem, but it is placed above the stem and branch; the卯 is the declining force of the day branch, but it is placed above the day stem: the two sides interact, neither has a good meaning, showing that the four lessons and three transmissions are all of no benefit. Moreover, the first and middle transmissions both fall into empty and lost places, so good fortune cannot be achieved and misfortune cannot be realized, especially unsuitable for predicting the illness of parents. The卯 on the day stem gives birth to the day branch, and the丑 on the day branch gives birth to the day stem; although they are called mutually generating and flourishing, they actually become signs of decline, because the卯 is the declining place of the午, and the丑 is the burial place of the庚, so they cannot be regarded as mutual generation. There is also the case where the god on the day stem gives birth to the day stem and the god on the day branch gives birth to the day branch, which is called mutual generation, indicating that each has its own vitality. If the卯 is placed on the sixth day of庚, the fetal god is present on the current day, and it can be predicted that childbirth will occur on the same day, because the fetal god has been attacked to the point of extinction.

斷曰：比用之卦，從違宜審，又名龍戰。君子修德則吉，小人違德則凶。凡事止有虛聲，不足深信。天時：陰霾未雨。家宅：外面盡好，中實破敗；凡事虛花，全無實際。婚姻：心雖孟成，宜防刑耗。疾病：向有舊病，醫之可以除根。求財：些少不多。功名：不能如意，夜占當有同姓人提拔。胎產：男喜，占產即生。逃亡：自歸。行人：有阻未至。出行：未能動身。行師：為主者勝。

The divination says: When using the hexagram for comparison, one must carefully consider whether to accept or reject it. This reading is also known as "Dragon Strife." For the virtuous, cultivating virtue brings good fortune; for the wicked, abandoning virtue brings misfortune. All matters are merely empty reputation and not worth relying on. Weather: Dark clouds are thick but no rain falls. Home: It appears fine from the outside, but inside it is actually in disrepair; all matters are empty and do not result in reality. Marriage: Although the heart desires success, one should be cautious of conflicts and expenses. Illness: There has been an old illness, and seeking medical treatment can cure it. Seeking wealth: There will be only a little, not much. Fame and status: One's wishes will not be fulfilled, but during the night, someone of the same surname will support. Pregnancy: Giving birth to a son is a good thing, and the prediction of childbirth indicates that delivery will happen immediately. Escape: The person who ran away will return on their own. Traveler: There are obstacles on the way, and the person has not yet arrived. Travel: One cannot move. Military campaign: The commander will win.

畢法云：金日逢丁凶禍動，胎財生氣妻懷孕。照膽秘訣云：戌加卯上是合鄉，信至人歸見福昌。

The "Bifa Fu" says: When the metal day meets the hidden stem Ding and the spirit, misfortune will arise. If the fetal spirit and the wealth hexagram appear together and meet the life qi, it indicates that the wife is pregnant. The "Zhaochan Mijue" says: When the dog hour is placed on the rabbit, it is exactly a harmonious place, meaning messages will arrive and people will return home, showing prosperity and blessings.

課體：反吟，涉害，元胎。課義：財雖可絕，七虎排列，切勿取財，秋占焚燕。解曰：寅財臨申，巳投絕地，況兼七虎相持，豈可取乎。秋占火鬼是子，晝將乘螣蛇克宅，主有火災，宜以井底泥塗灶禳之。干支拱晝貴，大宜干貴。又晝夜兩貴相加，必求兩貴人而後成；或干涉兩貴人，或謁貴不見，往見別貴；或貴人在宅，自會別貴，大概不止一貴人也。庚日申為本命，反吟課為人入鬼門，占病必死。財遁丙鬼，必因財致禍，因食傷身，因妻成訟，占者切宜謹慎。

There are three types of lesson patterns: reverse chant, involvement of harm, and original embryo. The lesson meaning says: although the wealth hexagram has already reached a place of extinction, there are seven white tigers lined up; do not attempt to obtain wealth, for a divination in autumn is like a fierce fire burning a swallow's nest. The explanation says: the wealth hexagram is located on the寅 (Yin) position, and the巳 (Si) has already entered the place of extinction, and furthermore, there are seven tigers conflicting, so where can wealth be obtained? A divination in autumn has the fire ghost located on the子 (Zi) position, and the day general is riding the teng snake to attack the house, indicating a fire disaster. It is advisable to take mud from the bottom of a well and apply it to the stove to ward off the disaster. The day stem and day branch enclose the day nobleman, which is most favorable for seeking the nobleman. Also, the day and night noblemen add to each other, so the matter must be referred to both noblemen; or it may involve both noblemen, or one nobleman is not met and one has to go to the other, or the nobleman is already at home and will meet the other nobleman. In any case, there are more than one nobleman involved. On a庚 (Geng) day, the申 (Shen) is the original position, and the reverse chant lesson indicates that a person has entered the gate of ghosts, and if it is about illness, it is certain to die. The wealth hexagram evades the丙 (Bing) fire, which transforms into the official ghost, indicating that one will certainly suffer misfortune due to wealth, injury from food, and disputes with one's wife. The person divining must be cautious.

斷曰：無依之課，又曰元胎，大抵人情暗中不順，反覆後成，縱有吉神吉將，凡百艱難。天時：晝占主雨，夜占主風。家宅：主有變更之事，亦防有孝服。求財：反覆不定，須防禍福。婚姻：夜占女子美貌，晝占不吉。胎產：生亦不育。疾病：病不一症，醫不一方，晝占是火克肺金之病。行人：未至。出行：恐防有阻，半途而返。捕獲：不可得。遺失：原在舊地。出師：殺氣太重，止宜和好。

The divination says: This is a lesson of no support, also called the original embryo. Generally, people's feelings are not smooth in secret, and they need to go through several reversals before things can be settled. Even if there are auspicious deities and favorable generals, everything will still be difficult. As for the weather: if divined during the day, it indicates rain; if at night, it indicates wind. For the household: there will be changes and alterations, and one should also be cautious of mourning. For seeking wealth: it is unstable and uncertain, and one should be careful of unpredictable fortune or misfortune. For marriage: if divined at night, the woman's appearance is beautiful; if during the day, it is inauspicious. For childbirth: even if the child is born, it may not survive. For illness: there are multiple symptoms, and multiple treatments are needed. If divined during the day, it indicates a disease where fire overcomes the lung metal. For a traveler: he has not yet arrived. For travel: there may be obstacles on the way, and the journey may be cut short. For capturing: it cannot be caught. For lost items: the item is still in its original place. For military campaigns: the atmosphere is too fierce, and it is better to seek peace instead of fighting.

畢法云：虎乘遁鬼殃非淺，賓主不投刑在上。課經云：庚日反吟伏吟，皆是地盤旬首上神乘元武，為閉口課。玉成歌云：反吟占事休言定，往復雙雙兩事因；常占須主身搖動，不動人情有怨心。

The "Bifa Fu" says: When the White Tiger is riding on the hidden heavenly stem that transforms into the official ghost, calamity is not shallow; the host and guest do not harmonize with each other, because the punishments and restrictions are all on the upper spirits. The "Ke Jing" says: On a庚 day, the reverse chant lesson and the hidden chant lesson both have the spirit riding on the earth plate's decade head, which belongs to the closed mouth lesson. The "Yucheng Ge" says: In reverse chant divination, do not speak too definitively about the matter, for coming and going are always two causes that come in pairs; for ordinary people, it mostly indicates instability in themselves, even if their body does not move, there is resentment in human relationships.

課體：比用，用墓，閉口。課義：生旺財氣，三傳皆值，夜元雀虎，未財衰替。解曰：初傳辰土生干，中傳酉金為日之旺神，末傳寅木作日之財爻。三傳有生有旺，兼有財氣，故曰生旺財氣，三傳皆值。細視干上丑墓，棄之誠是。但投初傳，則辰落空亡，不可相倚。再就中傳，又逢羊刃網羅，亦不可近。再投末傳之財，又帶丙鬼，復乘凶將，真衰替至極之象也。

There are three types of lesson patterns: 'Comparison', 'Use of the墓' (the initial transmission is the墓 god), and 'Closed Mouth' (the end of the ten-day period is added to the day stem, making it impossible to express matters). The lesson meaning says: life qi, prosperity qi, and wealth qi, all three are encountered in the three transmissions; unfortunately, in a night divination, the three transmissions are occupied by the Black Tortoise, Vermilion Bird, and White Tiger, so the wealth of the earth element gradually declines. The explanation says: the initial transmission is the earth element, which is born by the day stem, the middle transmission is the metal element, which is the prosperous god of the day stem, and the final transmission is the wood element, which is the wealth yao of the day stem. The three transmissions have both birth and prosperity, and also carry wealth qi, so it is said that the three transmissions have all the elements of birth, prosperity, and wealth qi. Carefully looking at the day stem's position, the earth element is the墓 god, abandoning it is indeed correct; but turning to the initial transmission, the earth element is in the kongwang, which is unreliable; then looking at the middle transmission, it just happens to meet the yangren net, which is not advisable to approach; then looking at the final transmission's wealth, the wealth is accompanied by the fire element official ghost, and is occupied by a凶 general, which is a very declining situation.

斷曰：驀越之課，事皆忽起，患由內生，占必倉卒，情必疏遠。腳踏空亡，只宜進步，不宜退縮。凡占多係虛驚，究竟終無實濟。天時：天罡指亥，水運乎上，箕畢相會，風雨大作。家宅：午乘白虎作干之陰神，亦是催官使者，仕宦安居，常人防病訟。求財：財氣雖有，恐取之致禍。婚姻：寅乘天后，又係日之妻財，與日沖剋不吉。胎產：上強下弱，胎神屬陽，孕必生男。

The divination says: This is a sudden situation, where matters arise abruptly, and calamities originate from within. When casting the divination, it is necessarily hasty, and human relations will be distant. One is standing on an empty void, so it is advisable to move forward rather than retreat. Most of the divination results are just false alarms, and in the end, there will be no real help. As for the heavens: The Tiangang points to Hai, water qi flows above, and the Winnowing Basket and Net mansions meet, leading to great storms and rain. For the household: The White Tiger is stationed on Wu, acting as a negative spirit of the day stem. This is a messenger for official promotions, so officials may reside safely, but ordinary people should beware of illness and legal troubles. For seeking wealth: Although there is wealth qi, it is feared that taking it may bring misfortune. For marriage: The Heavenly Empress is stationed on Yin, which is also the wife's wealth of the day stem, but it conflicts and controls the day stem, which is not auspicious. For pregnancy: The upper is strong and the lower is weak, the fetal spirit is yang, so the child will be a boy.

功名：祿敗官害，墓神覆日，占官不吉。疾病：病神克宅，病者必多。遺失：元武盜宅，被竊難尋。出行：陸路有墓，乘貴可行，水路空陷，虛費必多。行人：天罡加孟，行者未發。出師：利客不利主。

Achievements: The禄神 is declining, the official star is harmed, and the Tomb Spirit is covering the day stem. This is an unfavorable omen for official matters. Illness: The disease god is attacking the dwelling, indicating many illnesses. Loss: The Black Tortoise is stealing from the dwelling, and stolen items are difficult to recover. Travel: On land, there is the Tomb Spirit, so travel is obstructed. If one rides with the nobleman, it may be possible to proceed. On water, the position is empty and陷, leading to wasted money. Travelers: The Tiangang is placed in the four young positions, meaning those who are about to leave have not yet departed. Military campaigns: Favorable for the guest army but not for the main army.

畢法云：人宅受脫俱遭盜，腳踏空亡進用宜，三傳互克眾人欺，墓神覆日人昏晦，虎乘遁鬼殃非淺(晝占)。課經云：庚午日，丑加申，干上丑脫支，支上亥脫干。彼此相脫，真有東手財來，西手財去之象。

The Bi Fa Fu says: Both person and dwelling are subject to leakage and loss, both suffering from theft; stepping on the Kongwang position is suitable for advancing forward; the three transmissions mutually control and fight, indicating being oppressed by many people; the tomb god covers the day stem, causing confusion and lack of clarity; the White Tiger rides on the official ghost transformed from the hidden stem, resulting in serious calamities (this entry applies to daytime divination). The Ke Jing says: On a Gengwu day, Chou is added to Shen, the Chou on the day stem leaks and exhausts the day branch, and the Hai on the day branch leaks and exhausts the day stem, mutually leaking and exhausting each other, resembling the situation of gaining wealth from the east hand and losing it through the west hand.

課體：涉害，潤下，閉口，勵德，斬關。課義：脫干傷支，占失無疑，人身多病，宅漸崩頹。解曰：申子辰水局，脫日干之庚金，去克支辰之午火，所以占人多病，占宅崩頹也。大凡全脫，不止於病，更主遺失財物，故曰占失無疑。再若脫上逢脫，則事事虛詐，令人不可思擬。

The five types of lesson patterns are: involvement in harm, "moistening downwards" (three transmissions of Shen, Zi, and Chen forming a water trinity), closed mouth, cultivating virtue, and cutting the gate. The lesson meaning says: if the three transmissions drain and weaken the day stem and further harm and overcome the day branch, then predicting lost items will certainly result in loss and recovery; people will have many illnesses, and houses will gradually deteriorate. The explanation says: Shen, Zi, and Chen form a water trinity, which continuously drains the energy of the day stem, which is Geng metal, and then turns to overcome the day branch, which is Wu fire. Therefore, when predicting people, it indicates many illnesses, and when predicting houses, it indicates collapse and decay. Generally, if the entire chart is full of draining energy, it is not only about illness, but also indicates loss of property, so predicting lost items will certainly result in loss. If this draining energy is further overlapped by another draining energy, then everything will be false and deceptive, making people unable to predict or imagine.

斷曰：見機之課，須斟酌時宜，見可便行，最忌遲疑。若操刀不割，必致自傷。支干上神，自相脫騙，真似掩耳盜鈴之狀。若不見機，終必損己。更詳發用，乃係干陰。占事必從外起，患從外生，凡百皆主無益而有損。

The divination says: This is a lesson about seizing the right opportunity. One must carefully consider whether the timing is suitable, and once the right moment is identified, one must act decisively. The greatest danger is hesitation. If one holds a knife but refuses to cut, it will inevitably harm oneself. The gods on the day stem and day branch are mutually leaking, escaping, deceiving, which is like trying to steal the bell by covering one's ears. If one cannot act with discernment, one will eventually suffer losses. Now examine the initiating transmission god, which is the yin god of the day stem. Therefore, any matter must originate from the outside, and calamities also arise from the outside. Everything indicates no benefit but rather loss.

天時：青龍帶水昇天，更兼潤下，大雨無疑。功名：子孫爻現，占官不吉。求財：虛耗百出，焉能有得。婚姻：夜占青龍臨干，可稱佳婿；戌乘午上，女頗不佳。胎產：孕必生男，晝將損母，夜將傷兒。疾病：必係虛弱之症，或是怔忡心疾。遺失：兩元脫干，盜盡財物。

Heavenly conditions: The Azure Dragon carries water vapour upwards, and with the Three Transmissions forming a moist descending water pattern, heavy rain is certain. Career: The son's trigram appears, which is not auspicious for official positions. Wealth: Expenses caused by white consumption arise everywhere, where can one find gain? Marriage: Divination at night with the Azure Dragon on the day stem indicates a good son-in-law; however, the戌 is on the午, suggesting the bride's side is not good. Pregnancy: The child must be male, with daytime divination indicating danger to the mother and nighttime divination indicating danger to the child. Illness: The illness must be of a weak nature, or a heart condition such as palpitations and anxiety. Lost items: Both the Black Tortoises appear day and night, leaking the day stem, meaning the property will be stolen completely.

出行：中傳龍乘驛馬，庚申同宮，如乘飛驥。行人：天罡加仲，已在中途。出師：以日為我，辰為敵。日上作申子辰水局，辰上作寅午戌火局，以水制火，直如摧枯拉朽耳。盜賊：元武乘辰，必係目大眉粗，須長凶相。盜神乘申，必在西南方，近州縣城關之所，遠則村野衝要之地，三叉路口，或郵亭馬舍之間。

Traveling: The Middle Transmission with the Azure Dragon rides upon the Post-horse, and the庚 and申 are in the same palace, moving as if riding a flying horse. Traveler: The Tiangang (Chen) is placed upon the Zi, Wu, Mao, and You positions, indicating the person is already halfway. Military campaign: Take the Day Stem as our side and the Day Branch as the enemy side; if the Day Stem forms the water trinity of Shen-Zi-Chen, and the Day Branch forms the fire trinity of Yin-Wu-Xu, then water controls fire, like tearing down rotten wood. Robbery: The Black Tortoise is riding upon the Chen, indicating the thief has a large eye, thick eyebrows, and a long beard, a凶相. If the Robbery God is riding upon the Shen, the thief is in the Southwest direction; nearby in the prefecture and county towns, and far away in the countryside roads, crossroads, or between the post stations and stables.

畢法云：脫上逢脫防虛詐，六陽數足須公用。課經云：庚午日子加申，課傳皆陽，凡占利公干，而不利私謀。指掌賦云：辰申子為呈斗，玩陰陽於天象。

The *Bi Fa Fu* says: If there are more instances of leakage and loss, one should be cautious of false and fraudulent matters; if all six positions are yang spirits and the yang numbers are complete, the matter must be handled by the public authorities. The *Ke Jing* says: On a Gengwu day, if the day is added to Shen, and all four lessons and three transmissions are yang, then divination is favorable for official matters but unfavorable for private affairs. The *Zhi Zhang Fu* says: When the three spirits of Chen, Shen, and Zi appear together, it is called presenting the constellation; one may contemplate the changes of yin and yang to understand the heavenly phenomena.

課體：重審，高蓋，三交，伏殃，二煩。課義：財內藏丁，無禮相刑，必然凶動，休倚貴屏。解曰：卯乃日財，暗藏丁火，潛克庚干，子卯為無禮之刑，必有橫逆相加，故曰凶動。晝貴居戌，夜貴居辰，皆云入獄。且晝貴臨夜地，夜貴臨晝地，又曰貴人蹉跌。或有干請，何能相助。占者勿恃為屏障而肆志，庶能免患。

The five types of lesson patterns are: Re-examination, "High Huagai" (Huagai high covering, indicating obstruction and concealment), "Three Intersections" (the day stem, heavenly general, and branches intersecting three times), Hidden Harm, and "Two Troubles" (two layers of disturbance). The lesson meaning says: the wealth hexagram contains hidden Ding fire, and the combination of Zi and Mao forms the punishment of impropriety, so there must be an occurrence of misfortune; do not expect the nobleman to protect you. The explanation says: Mao is the wife wealth of the day stem, and within it is hidden Ding fire, which secretly injures Geng metal; Zi and Mao are in conflict, which is exactly the punishment of impropriety, so there must be sudden adversities coming upon you, hence the occurrence of misfortune. In the daytime, the nobleman is in Xu, and at night, the nobleman is in Chen, both positions are called imprisonment; moreover, when the daytime nobleman is in the position of the nighttime nobleman, and the nighttime nobleman is in the position of the daytime nobleman, this is called the nobleman's stumble. Even if you go to seek help or request favors, they will not be able to help. The person seeking the divination should not act recklessly just because they have a nobleman as a shield, only then can they hope to avoid misfortune.

斷曰：網羅發用，捕獲相宜，羊刃與勾雀相併，臨於酉上。婢媵防災，見財即取，必至受傷。或妻妾相競，禍起蕭牆，家破後已。緣課傳皆沖，轉轉相破放也。天時：畢宿發用，天罡指丑，龍蛇在傳，必主大雨。功名：官星不現，貴人入獄，而且蹉跌，占官不吉。求財：財神雖現，嫌其化鬼，不宜取之。家宅：門戶破敗，居亦不久。

The divination says: The god of the net is initiating the transmission, which is most suitable for predicting hunting or trapping. The yangren, Gou Chen, and Vermilion Bird are all present together, located on酉. Servants and concubines should beware of calamities; when seeing wealth, they will reach out to take it, inevitably causing injury. Alternatively, there may be quarrels and conflicts among wives and concubines, leading to internal family disasters that result in the family's ruin. This is because the hexagram and transmissions are constantly conflicting and mutually destroying each other. As for the weather: the god of the Net mansion is initiating the transmission, the Tiangang points to丑, and the Azure Dragon and Teng Snake are in the three transmissions, indicating a definite heavy rain. Regarding official rank: the official star does not appear, the nobleman is in prison and falls, so predicting official matters is unfavorable. Regarding wealth: although the wealth god appears, it has transformed into the official ghost, making it unsuitable to pursue. As for the household: the entrance is broken, and one cannot reside there for long.

婚姻：干上乘空，男家不吉；支上乘破，女家不吉。胎產：胎神繫卯，必產嬌娃，子午相沖，妊必動搖。疾病：虛癆之症，難禁丁克，亥為庚之病地，恐難脫體。出行：末傳乘丁，必主行動，無甚好處。行人：天罡加季，末傳乘丁，行人立至。遺失：不見元武，定非竊盜，不遺於酒地，定失於兒曹。出師：干上乘脫，支上乘敗，末傳乘丁，謹防慎守。

Marriage: The day stem is occupied by Kongwang, which is inauspicious for the male side; the day branch is occupied by the breaking god, which is inauspicious for the female side. Pregnancy: The Fetal Spirit is in the卯 position, indicating a female child will be born; the子 and午 positions are in opposition, so the fetal energy will definitely be disturbed. Disease: This is a condition of deficiency and fatigue, which cannot withstand the attack of the Ding god; the亥 position is the sickly place for the庚 metal, so it is likely difficult to recover. Travel: The final transmission is occupied by the Ding god, indicating definite action, but with little benefit. Traveler: The Tiangang (Chen) is placed in the position of the four seasons, and the final transmission is occupied by the Ding god, so the traveler will arrive soon. Lost items: The lesson does not show the Black Tortoise, so it is definitely not stolen; it is either lost in a drinking place or taken by a child. Military campaign: The day stem is occupied by the departing energy, the day branch is occupied by the defeated energy, and the final transmission is occupied by the Ding god, so caution and defense are necessary.

畢法云：金日逢丁凶禍動，貴人蹉跌事參差；賓主不投刑在上，傳財化鬼財休覓。神應經云：庚午日亥加干，末傳見卯，上乘廠神，的是因妻而凶動，由財而禍起。

The *Bi Fa Fu* says: When metal day meets the hidden stem Ding and the spirit, misfortune will arise; when the nobleman passes by the other nobleman, affairs will be disorderly; if the guest and host do not harmonize, it is because punishments and restrictions are in the upper deity; if the wealth hexagram in the three transmissions turns into the official ghost, there is no need to search for wealth. The *Shen Ying Jing* says: On a Gengwu day, when亥 is placed upon the day stem, and the final transmission shows卯 with Ding spirit above it, this is indeed due to wife-related misfortune and financial trouble.

課體：涉害，間傳，亂首，斬關，魄化，蕪淫，涉三淵，飛魄。課義：中末空墜，自招其禍，事緒縈紆，病者難可。解曰：中傳戌土為鬼之墓，末傳子水為干之脫。鬼墓既空，見脫不脫，庚既無患矣。乃自投干支上，受午火之燔炙，豈非自招其禍耶。由干而傳干支，由支而傳於初，由初以及於中，又傳作支干之陰神，真是四課不離於三傳，三傳不離於四課。頭緒甚多，縈紆轉輾。病者自不能脫然，憂疑自不能釋然也。

The lesson pattern includes up to eight types: involvement in harm, intermediate transmission, "chaos at the beginning" (the heavenly stem on the day branch controls the day stem, violating the superior and causing disturbance), cutting the gate, "soul transformation" (the soul and spirit change, indicating mental confusion), licentiousness (the four lessons are incomplete, indicating secret and licentious behavior), "crossing three deep abysses" (crossing three deep abysses, extremely dangerous), and "flying soul" (the soul and spirit scatter). The lesson meaning says: both the middle and final transmissions fall into kongwang, which is a calamity brought about by oneself; the matter is complicated and winding, and the patient will not recover easily. The explanation says: the middle transmission is the earth dog, which is the tomb of the ghost; the final transmission is the water rat, which is the breath of the day stem; since the tomb of the ghost has already fallen into kongwang, it cannot escape the breath of the day stem. The metal metal originally had no misfortune. But it deliberately goes to the day stem and day branch, suffering the scorching of the fire horse. This is not bringing misfortune upon oneself. From the day stem to the heavenly stem and earthly branch, from the day branch to the first transmission, from the first transmission to the middle transmission, and then becomes the hidden spirit of the day stem and day branch. Thus, the four lessons are inseparable from the three transmissions, and the three transmissions are inseparable from the four lessons; the threads are extremely numerous, and the entanglements are repeated. Therefore, the patient naturally cannot recover smoothly, and the worries and doubts naturally cannot be dispelled.

斷曰：亂首之課，五倫悖逆，憂患難消。吉事易成，仇訟不釋。若逢吉煞，可以避難，大宜書符合藥。緣貴登天門，神藏煞沒，罡填鬼戶，魑魅潛消也。天時：課傳皆陽，天罡臨寅，必主大晴。功名：祿臨支上，權攝不正。求財：財神不現，恐無所得。家宅：祿居宅上，日德相併，宅美財豐之象。婚姻：男頗不佳，女甚美好。

The divination says: This is a chaotic beginning, with the five relationships disrupted and reversed, causing worries and troubles that are hard to eliminate. Good things are easy to accomplish, but disputes and conflicts remain unresolved. If encountering auspicious malevolent forces, one can use them to avoid difficulties, and it is most suitable to draw a remedy. Because the Nobleman has ascended to the Heaven Gate position of亥, auspicious deities are hidden and malevolent forces are subdued, and the Tiangang (Chen) fills the Ghost Gate, so supernatural beings naturally disappear. Weather: Both the lesson and transmission are of yang spirits, with the Tiangang (Chen) at寅, indicating definitely clear weather. Career: The daily fortune is located on the day branch, indicating that the position held is merely a temporary appointment, and the title is not proper. Seeking wealth: The wealth god is not present, so it is likely to gain nothing. Home: The daily fortune is located on the house, and also shares the same place as the daily virtue, indicating a beautiful residence and abundant wealth. Marriage: The male side is somewhat unfavorable, while the female side is quite favorable.

胎產：孕必生男，產母安吉。疾病：病緣自致，有德可解。出行：乘馬人宅，不能遠行。行人：天罡加孟，馬未出宅，中傳空墓，行人遲滯。遺失：元武乘空，失物難有。出師：利主不利客。

Conception and childbirth: The fetus is definitely male, and the mother will have a safe and auspicious delivery. Disease: The illness is self-inflicted, and it can be resolved with the presence of day and virtue. Travel: The post-horse enters the house, but cannot travel far. Traveler: The Tiangang (Chen) is added to the four beginning positions, the post-horse has not yet left the house, and the middle transmission falls on an empty tomb deity, so the traveler will be delayed. Lost items: The Black Tortoise is riding the empty tomb, making lost items difficult to recover. Military campaign: Favorable for the commanding army but not for the opposing army.

畢法云：權攝不正祿臨支，罡塞鬼戶任謀為。課經云：庚午日戌加干。干支與初中傳，皆拱地盤之夜貴。宜占官祿升遷之事，所謂前後引從升遷吉也。

The "Bifa Fu" says: When the day stem's禄 is located on the day branch, the person will certainly hold a position of authority by proxy, with an improper status; when the Tiangang is blocked by the辰 at the ghost gate, one may act freely. The "Ke Jing" says: On a Gengwu day, when the戌 is placed on the day stem, the day stem and day branch together with the first and middle transmissions enclose the night nobleman on the earth plate, which is favorable for divination regarding official positions and promotion. This is exactly what is meant by having noble spirits guiding and accompanying one, indicating a great auspiciousness for promotion.

課體：昴星。課義：失繫來情，未免虛驚，無中生有，然後安寧。解曰：發用旬空，上乘元武，又是人宅受脫。占者來情，必是失物。戌為鬼墓，所以的有虛驚。但戌不應傳，因剛日昴星，始得用傳，故曰無中生有。又曰安寧者何，緣庚金得初中父母爻來生也。

The lesson pattern is only one:昴星. The lesson meaning says: the lost object is closely connected to the person's worries, leading to a false alarm; something that did not exist has now appeared, and only then will there be peace. The explanation says: the initiating transmission god falls into the旬空, and on top of that, it is occupied by the Black Tortoise. Also, both the person and the house are subject to loss, so the person's worry must be about losing something.戌 is the storage of official ghosts, so there is indeed a false alarm. However,戌 should not have entered the transmission, but because it is a yang day and the method of昴星 is used, it is able to enter the initiating transmission. Therefore, it is said that something comes from nothing. As for the statement that there will be peace afterwards, what is the reason? Because the庚 metal receives the parents' yao from the first and middle transmissions, which come to generate it.

斷曰：虎視轉篷，吹毛求疵之象。隱之愈密，索之愈力，更加以天羅地網，凶不能逃，禍不能避。心迷意惑，進退乖離。諸占不吉，只宜占官祿之事。緣支於拱地盤夜貴，又拱天盤之祿故也。

The divination indicates: the lesson resembles a tiger watching a drifting feather, showing a tendency to scrutinize minutely. The more you conceal, the more the other party searches diligently. Moreover, there is a heavenly net in front and an earthly trap behind, making escape from danger and avoidance of misfortune impossible. Human hearts are confused, and one is at a loss for forward or backward movement. All inquiries are inauspicious, except for official positions. This is because the day stem and day branch enclose the night nobleman on the earth plate, and also enclose the day's official position on the heaven plate.

天時：天地不動，晴日占晴，雨日占雨。功名：前後引從，貴祿何患不得。求財：財神不見，從何而得。家宅：人宅受脫，空戌乘二武發用，遭竊無疑。婚姻：天后得旺，夜占女吉，晝占從魁臨干，太常亦乘旺氣，雖不甚吉，亦不可以言凶。

Heavenly Conditions: When heaven and earth are still, if it is clear weather, it will remain clear; if it is rainy, it will remain rainy. Achieving fame and status: Both before and after there are noble spirits guiding and accompanying, so how can one worry about lacking prestige and official rank? Seeking wealth: The wealth deity does not appear, so where can wealth come from? Family and home: Both people and the house are drained and weakened, with the empty戌乘 the two Yuanwu (Black Tortoise) initiations of day and night, so theft is certain. Marriage: The Heavenly Empress is in its prime, so if the divination is done at night for the female side, it is auspicious; if done during the day, Congkui (You) arrives at the day stem, and Tai Chang also rides on strong energy, though it is not very auspicious, it is also not ominous.

胎產：剛日昴星，必主生女。疾病：鬼墓發用，占病不吉。出行：前羅後網，不能行動。行人：天罡雖則加仲，兩合相控，羅網相阻，必不能至。遺失：兩武盜宅，必不能得。出師：出師不利，恐遭羅網。

Fetus and birth: On a yang day, using the method of the昴 star indicates a female child. Disease: If the official ghost's storage and transmission are activated, the prognosis for illness is unfavorable. Travel: There is a heavenly net in front and a earthly net behind; one cannot move forward. A traveler: Although the Tiangang hour is placed on the four middle positions, the two Liu He will restrain the person, and the net will block the way in between, so the person will definitely not arrive. Lost items: Both day and night, the Black Tortoise will steal from the house, and the items will definitely not be recovered. Military campaign: The military expedition is unfavorable, and one is afraid of falling into a net.

畢法云：前後引從升遷吉，所謀多拙逢羅網。百章云：庚午日酉加庚，酉為羊刃網羅，太常主宴會酒食之事。三煞相併，必主孟上操戈，席中爭鬥。

The Bi Fa Fu says: If there are noble spirits preceding and following, it indicates promotion and great fortune; if one's endeavors are mostly clumsy, it is because of encountering a net. The Bai Zhang says: On a Gengwu day, You is placed over Geng, You being Yangren and a net, Tai Chang also signifies banquets and food; with three evil stars converging, there must be weapons drawn at the banquet and disputes arising among the guests.

課體：伏吟，稼穡，斬關，遊子。課義：自宅傳人，彼求我身，守之上等，動則遭迍。解曰：支上神發用，末傳歸於干上，人來求我幹事也。若在他課，或可起而應人之求。惟伏吟必須靜守，乃為上策。況四課三傳，無字非刑，苟一輕動，彼此相刑，其勢不已，迍邅難免矣。

There are four types of lesson patterns: Hidden Chant; 'Cultivating Crops', where all three transmissions are the earth gods of Chen, Xu, Chou, and Wei, like the process of planting and harvesting, which is only suitable for quiet waiting; Cutting the Gate; and 'Wandering Child', another name for the Cultivating Crops lesson, indicating that the person is away from home, drifting, and unable to control their own situation. The lesson meaning says: from the house to the person, it indicates that the other party is seeking me; staying still is the best approach, but once movement occurs, difficulties will follow. The explanation says: the god on the day branch initiates the transmission, and the final transmission returns to the day stem, indicating that someone else is seeking me to do something. If it were another type of lesson, perhaps I could respond to their request; but in the case of a Hidden Chant lesson, it is only proper to remain quiet and wait. Moreover, all four lessons and three transmissions contain no character without a crime, so any hasty action will result in mutual crimes, and there will be no end to the situation, leading inevitably to difficulties.

斷曰：此稼穡之卦，又名遊子。天地鬼神，不動不克，自信其柔，進用於人。傳無丁馬，凡事有身不自由，家宅不寧之象。宜檢身謹恪，方得優遊。若三刑全有氣，日用旺相，神將吉祥，為不獲已而應人，亦可成事也。

The divination indicates this is the farming and reaping hexagram, also known as the Wandering Son. Heaven and Earth, ghosts and spirits remain unmoving and do not overcome each other. One can only remain gentle and compliant, being pushed by others to act. In the three transmissions, there is neither the Ding god nor the Post-horse. Thus, all matters appear to be beyond one's control, with domestic unrest. One should be careful and cautious, only then can one achieve ease and comfort. If the three punishments are all active and vigorous, and the day stem initiates the transmission in a prosperous and strong state, with the spirits and generals all auspicious, then even if one is compelled to respond to others' requests, one can still accomplish the task.

天時：和風甘雨，極利田禾。家宅：主興土工，或進田宅。婚姻：吉禮即行，主有奩田。胎產：主女，初見胚胎。功名：未利，農部得之吉。求財：有財未能入手。疾病：或瘖啞，或脾疾，得之飲食婦人。失脫：或埋土中，逃人雖不遠，難獲。出行：不利，利赴喜慶酒席。行人：當來不來，他鄉安樂。爭訟：不出田土房屋，宜和解。兵戰：利亥卯歲月。

Heavenly conditions: Gentle winds and light rain are very beneficial for crops. Home affairs: There will be construction work or the purchase of land and houses. Marriage: A wedding is to be held soon, and the bride will bring along land as part of her dowry. Pregnancy: A female child is expected, and the embryo is now visible. Achievements: There is temporary difficulty, but it is favorable for government offices dealing with agriculture. Seeking wealth: There is wealth, but it has not yet been obtained. Illness: Either loss of voice or illness of the stomach and spleen, both resulting from diet or issues with women. Loss of property: The lost item may be buried in the earth; a person who has run away has not gone far, but is difficult to catch. Travel: Going out is not favorable, but it is better to attend a festive banquet. Travelers: Those who are expected have not arrived, and the person is enjoying comfort in another place. Disputes: The matters in dispute are about land and houses, and reconciliation is advisable. Warfare: Favorable in the years of亥 and卯, and in the months of亥 and卯.

畢法云：賓主不投刑在上，彼求我事支傳干。金口三才賦云：純上乃丑婦當權，孤立則尊人不利，青龍應婚姻、財寶、天后或奸心闇昧。指要云：遊子稼穡，亦名五墳卦，不宜占病。

The *Bi Fa Fu* says: When the guest and host do not harmonize, it is because the punishments and restrictions are all in the upper spirits; when the day branch transmits to the day stem, it indicates a situation where someone else is seeking my help. The *Jin Kou San Cai Fu* says: If the upper spirits are entirely earth spirits, it signifies that an ugly woman is in charge, and once isolated, it will be detrimental to superiors; the Azure Dragon should be related to marriage and wealth, while the Heavenly Empress may indicate hidden deceit or secret intentions. The *Zhi Yao* says: The terms "wandering son" and "cultivated land" are also called the Five Burial Hexagrams, and they are not suitable for divination regarding illness.

課體：蒿矢，退茹，天罡。課義：閉口難言，遂往投傳，化為全火，以致凶遷。解曰：旬尾加干，祿成閉口，不可守也。初傳巳居午鄉，二傳辰居巳鄉，末傳至卯，旬遁丁火，乘以夜蛇，三傳全化為火矣。辛往投之，遂連受克，屢遷而得凶，寧非自致哉。又為自勞人逸格。蓋干上酉，與干作六害，支上午卻與支作六合也。

There are three types of lesson patterns: 'Hao Shi', 'Tui Ru' (three transmissions in reverse order, like pulling out the hemp in retreat), and 'Tian Gang' (Chen is the Tian Gang, located in the middle of the three transmissions). The lesson meaning says: the end of the ten-day cycle is closed, there is something to say but cannot express it, so one has to go to the three transmissions; but unexpectedly, the three transmissions have all turned into fire, bringing about a series of bad movements. The explanation says: the god of the end of the ten-day cycle is added to the day stem, making the day's wealth become the image of a closed mouth, which cannot be held back. The first transmission is in the position of Wu, the middle transmission is in the position of Si, and the final transmission reaches the position of Mao. In the ten-day cycle, the hidden Ding fire is present, and it is accompanied by the snake of the night, so the three transmissions have all turned into fire. Xin metal goes to seek help, thus being continuously attacked, moving from one place to another and suffering misfortune, is it not self-inflicted? This lesson is also called the 'Self Labor, Others Rest' pattern, because the酉 (You) on the day stem forms the sixth harm with the day stem, while the午 (Wu) on the day branch forms the Liu He (Liu He) with the day branch.

斷曰：此蒿矢之卦，又為退茹。君子占之，祿厚官高，德尊財富。中傳文書，朱雀並臨，學問深藏，才名特顯。小人得此，官非叢起，殃病相隨，兢兢守之，尚憂不免也。凡事禍福不測，憂在西南，喜在西北。

The divination indicates: this is the卦 of the Arrow (Hao Shi), and also the卦 of Retreat (Tui Ru). If a gentleman divines this, he will receive abundant salary, hold a high official position, enjoy esteemed virtue and reputation, and possess ample wealth. The Middle Transmission signifies the deity of documents, and the Vermilion Bird is also present above, indicating deep learning and exceptional fame. If a petty person divines this, he will encounter numerous legal disputes and troubles, with calamities and diseases following closely. Even if he remains cautious and vigilant, he may still not be safe. All matters are unpredictable in terms of fortune and misfortune. Worry arises from the Southwest, while joy comes from the Northwest.

天時：晴多雨少。家宅：宅占，人口不寧，宜謝土神。婚姻：不佳。胎產：生女，主大驚恐。功名：仕宦有升遷之喜，不可取財，考試不可觸試官。求財：有財不可取，取則生災。

Heavenly conditions: Clear days are frequent, rainy days are few. Family residence: This is about the house, the people in the family are not at peace, it is advisable to worship the earth god. Marriage: Not good. Pregnancy and childbirth: A daughter will be born, and there will be great fear during the childbirth. Official position: Officials will have joy in promotion, but they must not accept money, those taking exams should not offend the chief examiner. Seeking wealth: Wealth is present but should not be taken, if taken, disaster will follow.

疾病：陰人小口有災，甚凶，宜祈禳。失脫：見者不肯言。出行：宜往西北遠方，謀事必成。行人：即至，非隨貴官及文書之事，即有病。爭訟：為口舌而起，成訟，凶，宜和。兵戰：利行羽檄，不利交鋒。

Disease: Women and children are in danger, it is very serious, suitable for prayer and ritual to avert misfortune. Loss: The person seen does not wish to speak. Travel: It is suitable to go to the northwest distant place, and affairs will certainly succeed. Traveler: The person will arrive soon; if it is not accompanying an official or related to documents, then the person is sick. Dispute: Caused by words, eventually leading to litigation, it is凶, suitable for reconciliation. Military conflict: Advantageous for issuing orders to mobilize forces, not favorable for direct confrontation.

畢法云：鬼乘天乙乃神祇，賓主不投刑在上，鬼臨三四訟災隨。神應經云：辛日末傳見卯遁丁，必因妻而凶動，因財而禍起。中黃經注云：白虎加卯酉臨門，必有出入之事，元武不克日無妨。若比日干，宜求橫財於陰私中。

The *Bifa Fu* says: If the official ghost is accompanied by the heavenly stem nobleman, it indicates divine interference; if the host and guest are not in harmony, it is because punishments and restrictions are imposed by the superior spirits. If the official ghost is in the third or fourth lesson, lawsuits and misfortunes will follow. The *Shenyingsheng* states: On a day with the stem Xin, if the final transmission appears at卯 and escapes to obtain the fire stem Ding, it is certain that misfortune arises from wife-related matters and calamity comes from financial issues. The *Zhonghuang Jing* explains: If the white tiger is placed at卯 or酉 and is near the entrance and exit, there will be matters concerning entry and exit; if the yuanwu does not overcome the day stem, there will be no harm, but if it is harmonious with the day stem, it is suitable to seek unexpected wealth in private.

課體：元首，顧祖，龍德，死奇。課義：巳午兩火，並來為禍，取末寅財，其災難躲。解曰：支上之巳，發用之午，兩火併來克干。中傳天罡，二雀並乘，但見其克，不見其生矣。辛金歷此危，而往取末傳之財，殊不知寅又遁丙，丙火又成災患。雖孟避之，胡可得乎。末助初傳，局內子加寅，夜得太陰，主婦人妊孕，六辛準此。

There are four types of lesson patterns: Yuan Shou, Gu Zu, Long De, and 'Si Qi' (a凶煞奇, indicating disaster and calamity). The lesson meaning says: the fire energy of巳 and午 comes together to cause trouble; even if one takes the final transmission's寅 wood for wealth, the disaster cannot be avoided. Explanation: the巳 on the day branch and the午 in the initiating transmission both attack the day stem. The middle transmission is Tiangang in辰, with two Vermilion Birds riding it day and night, only attacking me and not benefiting me. The辛 metal goes through this danger and turns to take wealth from the final transmission, but unknowingly, there is a hidden丙 fire on寅, which causes disaster again. Although one tries to avoid it, it cannot be avoided. The final transmission then supports the initial transmission. In this case,子 is placed on寅, and at night, 'Tai Yin' (indicating private and hidden matters) appears, indicating a woman's pregnancy. This is how it is interpreted for six辛 days.

斷曰：此元首之卦，又名天罡，在上君子協其德者占之，自然萬事亨通，合乾元之象。若太歲在午，晝貴發用，即號龍德之課，尤見雲行雨施，功高澤溥。逆間傳午辰寅，又為顧祖格。凡所求謀，無不順利。苟非其人，則為伏殃，為死奇，主彼此不睦，動搖未休，災多福少。

The divination says: This is the chief hexagram, also known as Tiangang. If a gentleman of virtue and morality occupies a high position and draws this hexagram, naturally all things will go smoothly, conforming to the atmosphere of Qian's primordial power. If the year's ruler is in Wu and the nobleman of the day initiates the transmission, it is called the lesson of the dragon's virtue, especially showing the phenomenon of clouds moving and rain spreading, with great achievements and wide benevolence. The three transmissions, Wu, Chen, and Yin, move in reverse order with intervals, forming the pattern of looking back to ancestors. Whatever the person seeks or plans, there will be no obstacles. However, if the person's virtue does not match his position, it becomes a hidden calamity and a dead oddity, indicating mutual discord, continuous turmoil, and more disasters than blessings.

天時：久晴無雨。家宅：宜恢復祖居。婚姻：主女性不貞淑，不宜成。胎產：胎安，晝占得男，夜占得女。功名：主顯達，受賂則敗。求財：必係詞訟，或由貴人得之，有咎。疾病：凶，作福可解。失脫：難獲。出行：主東南方，見貴或文書之事。行人：占家長弟兄即到。爭訟：不利，夜占尤凶。兵戰：利為客，後舉者勝，慎重則吉。

Heavenly conditions: prolonged dry weather without rain. Family affairs: it is suitable to restore the old ancestral residence. Marriage: the female partner is not virtuous and calm, so it is not advisable to form a union. Pregnancy: the fetal condition is stable, daytime divination indicates a male child, nighttime indicates a female child. Achievements: success is expected, but if accepting bribes, it will lead to failure. Seeking wealth: wealth will come from lawsuits or from the hands of a nobleman, both situations involve wrongdoing. Illness: ominous, performing prayers for fortune can alleviate the situation. Loss: the lost item cannot be recovered. Travel: the direction is southeast, for the purpose of meeting a nobleman or handling documents. A person on the way: the divination refers to the parent or brother, who will arrive soon. Disputes: unfavorable, especially ominous if divined at night. Warfare: favorable for the guest army, the party that attacks later will win, careful actions bring good fortune.

畢法云：胎財生氣妻懷孕，鬼乘天乙乃神祇。心鏡云：龍德卦宜干祿位，恩賜真官拜聖君。曾門云：斗為死奇，仲為己身。

The Bi Fa Fu says: When the wealth hexagram and the son hexagram appear together and meet the life qi, it indicates that the wife is pregnant; when the official ghost hexagram is riding on the heavenly yi nobleman, it signifies divine interference. The Xin Jing says: A dragon virtue hexagram is favorable for seeking official rank, and one may receive imperial favor and serve as an official to pay homage to the sage ruler. The Zeng Men says: The dipper mansion position is considered a death oddity, and the four central deities represent oneself.

課體：別責，蕪淫，不備。課義：支生我躬，去尋脫空，慚赧而回，快樂無窮。解曰：支乃上門生我，宜守而勿失也。卻去投初傳亥水，亥既旬空，又為脫氣，能無慚愧而歸乎。歸而中末兩傳皆為生我，雖亦坐空，而日支填實，重重生意，其快樂何如。

There are three types of lesson patterns: 'Bie Ze', where the four lessons are incomplete and there is no mutual control, so another category must be taken. On a yang day, the first transmission is taken from the stem before the day stem's heavenly stem partner; on a yin day, the first transmission is taken from the heavenly stem before the day branch's triple harmony. This is called 'Wu Yin', which is incomplete. The lesson meaning says: the day branch comes to generate me, but I go to seek the fallen and escaping energy, and can only return with a red face. After returning, there is infinite joy. The explanation says: the day branch comes to generate me, which should be kept and not let go. Instead, I go to the first transmission, which is亥 water. 亥 is in the旬空 and also drains my energy, so how can I not feel ashamed and return? After returning, the middle and final transmissions all come to generate me. Although they are also in the empty position, the day branch fills it up, creating a heavy sense of vitality. How free and joyful is that!

斷曰：此別責之卦，亦名蕪淫，亦名寡宿。四課不全不克，別從其類，責取支合前神為用。謀為欠正，凡事倚仗他人，借徑而行。吉凶多繫於人，不干於己也。支來生日，尤見自在逍遙，況寡宿之象，事屬虛聲，吉凶皆不成就。二陰爭陽，又像孤獨。占宅占婚，不宜得此。

The divination indicates a卦 of separate responsibility, also known as 芜淫 or Guasu. The four lessons are incomplete and there is no mutual control among them, so we must instead select from similar elements. The initiating transmission comes from the god preceding the triple harmony of the day branch. The matters in question are not upright, and everything must rely on others, using their paths. Success or failure mostly depends on others, with little relation to oneself. The day branch is coming to nourish the day stem, showing a sense of ease and freedom; moreover, it is the image of Guasu, indicating that the matter is merely superficial. Good fortune cannot be achieved, nor can misfortune occur. Two yin forces contend for one yang, resembling a lonely image. This lesson is not suitable for divination regarding property or marriage.

天時：有雨，未足。家宅：宜謹慎閨門，又主有孤獨之人。婚姻：大不宜。胎產：男胎，或繫私妊，或屬婢媵。功名：營求難得，任運終成。求財：宜空手求之。投謁：不喜而歸。

Heavenly circumstances: It will rain, but not sufficiently. Family affairs: It is advisable to be cautious in guarding the inner rooms and doors, and there will be someone in the family who is alone. Marriage: It is very inauspicious. Pregnancy: It is a male fetus, or perhaps conceived through secret relations, or the child will come from a servant or concubine. Achievements: One should strive to seek but will not succeed, but if one waits for the right time, success will eventually come. Seeking wealth: It is advisable to seek without carrying anything. Visiting: One will not be able to return from visiting with full satisfaction.

疾病：主婦人有疾，新病吉，久病凶。失脫：物宜尋，必歸，逃人難獲。出行：宜遠行，避禍必免。行人：即歸。爭訟：主因妻財起釁，宜和解。兵戰：止宜虛張聲勢，交鋒不利。墳墓：支辰青龍生日，晝占可發財丁。

Disease: The illness is for a woman, a new illness is auspicious, but a long-term illness is inauspicious. Loss: The lost item should be looked for and will certainly be found back; however, a person who has run away is difficult to catch. Travel: It is suitable to travel far, and if one leaves to avoid misfortune, they will certainly escape it. Traveler: The traveler will return soon. Dispute: The dispute is mainly due to money between husband and wife, and it is suitable to reconcile. Warfare: It is only suitable to make a show of strength, but actual combat is not favorable. Burial: The day branch has the Azure Dragon generating the day stem, so if the divination is done during the day, it can bring wealth and prosperity to the family.

畢法云：夫婦蕪淫各有私。觀月經云：四課如不備，其卦號蕪淫，日上無陽類，二女競男心。括囊賦云：不備蕪淫，必有陰私而起譖。袖中金云：魁罡臨日辰，傳有白虎，為斬關得斷，逃者永不獲矣。

The *Bifa Fu* says: If the four lessons are not complete, the husband and wife each have their own private affairs. The *Guan Jingxue* says: If the four lessons are not complete, the hexagram is called *wuyin*; if there is no yang deity on the day stem, it indicates two women competing for the affection of one man. The *Kuanang Fu* says: When encountering an incomplete *wuyin* situation, there must be private matters that lead to slander. The *Xiu Zhong Jin* says: When *Hekui* (Xu) and *Tiangang* (Chen) are present on the day branch, and the three transmissions include *Baihu*, it signifies a cutting-off situation, and a person who has fled will never be captured again.

課體：知一，曲直，伏殃，狡童。課義：午丁雙見，先惡後善，攜財禱貴，庶免災殄。解曰：午火臨干克干，卯遁丁臨支發用，亦克辛金。然而午與日支未合，卯與辛課戌合，始雖相仇，中歸和合也。晝貴臨身作官，亥卯未全局是木，為日之財。若以己財告貴，貴喜財生，必能免我之害。或輸財求爵，亦能有成，斯理同也。干上午，得支之胎神。支上卯，得干之胎神，為互胎格。又三合為傳，支十復交車相合，名交合格。三傳財爻，必憂父母。幸干上先有午火，竊財爻而生父母，不為乖也。

There are four types of lesson patterns: Zhi Yi, "Qu Zhi" (Triple Harmony of Hai-Mao-Wei forming a Wood triad), Fu Yang, and "Jiao Tong" (a man who is cunning and seeks union, indicating private affection). The lesson meaning says: the presence of Wu fire and Ding spirit together indicates initial evil but later turning to good; going to pray to a nobleman with money, almost certainly can avoid calamity. The explanation says: Wu fire is on the day stem and attacks the day stem, while the hidden Ding fire is on the day branch and initiates the transmission, also attacking Xin metal. However, Wu does not combine with the day branch Wei, and Mao combines with Xin day's Xu. At first they are enemies, but in the middle they become harmonious. In the daytime, the nobleman is present and transforms into an official star. The combination of Hai-Mao-Wei forms a complete Wood triad, which is the day stem's wealth爻. If one uses one's own money to appeal to the nobleman, the nobleman likes wealth to generate official status, so certainly can avoid harm. Or spending money to gain rank, also can achieve the same result, the reasoning is the same. The Wu fire on the day stem receives the fetal spirit from the day branch, and the Mao on the day branch receives the fetal spirit from the day stem, this is called mutual fetal pattern. Also, the three transmissions form a triple harmony, and the stem and branch again combine, called intersecting harmony pattern. All three transmissions are wealth爻, certainly worrying about parents; fortunately, there is Wu fire on the day stem, stealing the wealth爻's energy to generate parents, so it is not considered as a violation.

斷曰：三傳木局，先直後曲。雖遇辛而成器，有震動不寧之象。天時：有風無雨，爵見虹霓。家宅：人宅不寧，若中高第，改換門第，建豎旗杆，則為吉應。婚姻：不宜，若先苟合，則應。胎產：主雙胎，或私胎。功名：利以財求。求財：得財雖多，終以奉勢。

It is said: The three transmissions form a wooden pattern, first straight then curved. Though wood may be shaped into useful objects by the cutting of the metal Xin, there is still a sense of disturbance and instability. As for the weather: there is wind but no rain, and perhaps one might see a rainbow. As for the household: both people and the house are not at peace; if someone in the family passes the imperial examination, changes their status, or erects a flagpole, then it will be a favorable omen. As for marriage: it is not advisable to marry. If a relationship has already begun secretly, then it may be fulfilled. As for pregnancy: it indicates a twin birth, or a pregnancy resulting from an affair. As for official rank: it is advisable to use money to seek it. As for seeking wealth: although wealth may be obtained in abundance, in the end it will be used to flatter those in power.

疾病：占父母病勢危，多進參藥無恙。失脫：主有奸拐之事，或投勢要。出行：宜載寶謁貴，或赴捐納例。行人：遲至。爭訟：笑裡藏刀，先恩後仇；若先齟齬，後反和解。兵戰：多聚糧草，利和不利戰。

Disease: The illness concerns the parents, and the condition is serious. Taking more ginseng and similar tonics will be beneficial. Loss: This indicates a case of theft or abduction, or someone may have taken refuge with a powerful family. Travel: It is advisable to carry wealth and visit a nobleman, or to handle matters related to official donations. A traveler: The traveler will arrive late. Dispute: The other party appears friendly but has hidden intentions; there was initially a favor, but later becomes enmity. If the dispute starts off aggressively, it may eventually be resolved. Warfare: There is a need to stockpile food and supplies; it is favorable to seek peace rather than engage in battle.

畢法云：簾幕貴人高甲第，交車相合交關利；金日逢丁凶禍動，傳財化鬼財休覓；后合占婚豈用媒，干支全傷防兩損。金匱經云：二上克下，同類相摧，朋友讒佞，禍從外來。精蘊云：晝占雖日鬼臨身，緣是貴人，勿作鬼祟看。

The "Bi Fa Fu" says: When the Nobleman is in authority behind a curtain, it indicates success in exams; when the car meets and they are harmonious, trade and exchanges are beneficial; when the Golden Day meets the hidden stem Ding, misfortune will arise; when the wealth yao in the three transmissions transforms into the official ghost, there is no need to seek for wealth; when the Heavenly Empress and Liu He appear together in a marriage divination, the two parties will naturally come together without the need for a matchmaker; when both the day stem and day branch are injured, be cautious of mutual loss between host and guest. The "Jin Kui Jing" says: When the upper deities of two places overcome the lower deities, similar elements destroy each other, friends spread false praise, and misfortune comes from outside. The "Jing Yun" says: Although an official ghost is present in daytime divination, it is actually the Nobleman, so do not regard it as a ghostly evil.

課體：涉害，無祿，四絕。課義：無祿可守，祿又閉口，君子惡之，彼已有咎。解曰：祿以養君子也，卦名無祿，且閉口而臨絕鄉，此為君子失其所養，故深惡之。況干受巳火之克，支被寅木之傷，彼己均有殃咎也。

There are three types of lesson patterns: involvement in harm, no official salary, and 'four extremes' (all four positions are in the extreme phase). The lesson meaning says: there is no salary to rely on, and the only salary is blocked and cannot be used; the gentleman deeply detests this lesson, because both the other party and himself carry faults. The explanation says: salary is used to support the gentleman, but now the hexagram is named 'no salary', and being blocked and in the extreme phase further worsens the situation. This means the gentleman has lost the means of support. Therefore, he deeply detests this lesson. Moreover, the day stem is harmed by the fire of巳, and the day branch is injured by the wood of寅, so both the other party and himself suffer misfortune.

斷曰：此涉害之課，又四下克上，名為無祿。日辰陰陽俱戰，不得其所，幾於無路可投，有否之象。占者多主孤獨無助，屈者難伸。惟賴末傳亥水可護日干，而又值空亡，悔咎難免矣。凡事先發者勝。幸神將尚吉，君子謹身省過，亦能絕處逢生，先否後喜。若恃強妄作，必致窮於無措。

The divination indicates this is a lesson of involvement and harm, and also a case where the spirits in four directions attack the upper spirit, known as "no fortune." Both the yin and yang aspects of the day stem and day branch are in conflict, each unable to find their proper place, almost with no way to escape, showing the appearance of the "Guan" hexagram, which signifies blockage and obstruction. Those who consult this divination are likely to face loneliness and lack of support, with grievances difficult to resolve. The only reliance is the final transmission, which is the water of亥, able to protect the day stem. However, it is precisely at the position of Kongwang, leading inevitably to regret and fault. Those who act first will prevail. Fortunately, the divine general is favorable. If a gentleman can be cautious in his conduct and reflect on his mistakes, he may find salvation in desperate situations, first experiencing blockage and then turning to joy; but if he relies on force and acts recklessly, he will surely end up in a situation where there is no way forward.

天時：有雨，應雷不雷。家宅：不寧，主家有喑者。婚姻：為弟兄晝占者宜，夜占不用。胎產：防胎死腹中，產亦可畏。功名：不利。求財：將本求者利極輕微，空手反利。投謁：賓主不和。疾病：主噤口不語，或絕飲食，凶。失脫：難尋，逃者怕歸。出行：防在路缺少資斧。行人：占幼輩即歸。爭訟：主尊長凌欺卑幼，有屈難言。兵戰：宜慎安營，忌東方。

Heavenly conditions: It is raining, but thunder does not come. Home: Unrest, indicating there is a mute person in the family. Marriage: Arranging a marriage for a brother, it is favorable in the daytime, but not suitable at night. Pregnancy: Be careful of miscarriage, and childbirth is also dangerous. Officialdom: Unfavorable. Seeking wealth: If you go with capital, the profit is very slight; if you go without capital, it is more beneficial. Visiting: The host and guest are not in harmony. Disease: The person may be unable to speak, or may stop eating, which is ominous. Loss: Hard to find, and those who have run away may be afraid to return. Travel: Be careful of lack of money on the way. Travelers: Those of younger generation will return soon. Disputes: The elder may oppress the younger, and the wronged party may be unable to speak up. Military conflict: It is advisable to be cautious in setting up camp, and to avoid facing the east.

畢法云：支干全傷防兩損，彼此猜忌害相隨，胎財死氣損胎推。括囊賦云：見無祿兮少子孫。指南：十月丑將加午占赴召曰：游都臨支，賊符克干，課名無祿。此去必不得意，且遇大兵，然則病乎。曰：病符坐空，陰神又制之，病無慮也，後果驗。

The *Bi Fa Fu* says: When both the day stem and day branch are injured, one should beware of mutual defeat between the host and guest; when the four lessons interact to form harmful relationships, it indicates mutual suspicion between the parties; if the wealth hexagram is afflicted by death qi, then one should consider the possibility of miscarriage or loss of offspring. The *Kuo Nang Fu* says: If the chart shows no official rank, it indicates few descendants. The *Liu Ren Zhi Nan* records a case: In the tenth month, using the丑 (Chou) general added to the午 (Wu) hour, it was used to divinate a person's appointment to take office. The judgment said: The killer spirit is located on the day branch, and the thief symbol is attacking the day stem. The chart is called "no official rank," and this journey will certainly not be satisfactory, and one will encounter a major military disturbance. The person then asked, so will he get sick? The answer was: The disease symbol is sitting on the empty wasteland, and the hidden spirit is controlling it, so illness is not to be worried about. Later, it indeed came true.

課體：反吟，無依，天網，井欄關。課義：意孟來求，奈何互墓，甘分沉淪，兩貴皆怒。解曰：干上乘支墓，支上乘干墓。我孟使他昏迷，卻被他昏迷了去，此所謂天網恢恢也。干復坐干支墓之上，支復坐於干墓之上，彼此顛倒，自招昏晦，甘心沉淪而不悔。往來投奔，亦何為哉。日貴午臨子，夜貴寅臨申，兩貴皆受克，所以怒也。

There are four types of lesson patterns: Reverse Chant, No Dependence, "Heavenly Net" (Heaven's net is vast, people fall into it), and "Well Fence" (like leaning against a well and holding a railing, unstable and unbalanced). The lesson meaning says: originally intending to seek help from others, but unable to rely on the interaction between the day stem and day branch, which are both in the storage positions; thus, one can only willingly sink into confusion. Both noblemen are angry. The explanation says: the day stem is riding on the day branch's storage, and the day branch is riding on the day stem's storage. I wanted to make him confused, but he became confused first, which is called the Heavenly Net. The day stem is sitting on the storage of the stem and branch, and the day branch is sitting on the storage of the day stem, each other inverted, bringing about darkness, willingly sinking without regret; thus, coming and going repeatedly in search of help, what is the purpose? The day nobleman is at noon in the position of午 (Wu) over 子 (Zi), and the night nobleman is at寅 (Yin) over 申 (Shen), both noblemen are being restrained, hence they are angry.

斷曰：此無依之卦，亦名無親。傍井倚欄，攲斜沖射，為象渙散而不屬，不能長久。動則相宜，靜則反擾。事主速成，亦復易敗。況干支互墓，人宅昏晦，初末傳及日上陰陽，皆值空亡。凡有謀為，皆無終始。丑加未，占雨主有云。

The divination indicates a卦 without support, also called a卦 without affinity. It is like being by the well or leaning against the railing, leaning crookedly and not upright, with mutual conflict and shooting, its image is scattered and not belonging to any particular aspect, and it cannot last long. When it moves, it is suitable, but when it is still, it is disturbed. The matter tends to be completed quickly, but it is also easily ruined. Moreover, the heavenly stems and earthly branches are mutual storage, both person and dwelling are dark. The first transmission, final transmission, and the yin and yang spirits on the day stem all fall into Kongwang. Any endeavor will have a beginning but no end. The combination of Chou on Wei indicates rain, but only clouds are present.

天時：陰晦，多風雨。家宅：主有伏尸。或在鄰舍對門。婚姻：主女卑微而年長，反覆不定。胎產：主卑妾有孕，防不實。功名：淹滯無成，廕襲則大利。求財：與人交易，各失便宜。投謁：貴人不喜。

Heavenly Conditions: The sky is dark and gloomy with much rain and wind. Family Residence: There are remains of a long-dead body buried in the house; if not in one's own home, then in a neighboring or opposite house. Marriage: The woman being considered for marriage comes from a lowly background and is of advanced age, and this marriage will be repeatedly changed and not settled. Pregnancy: The pregnant woman is a lowly concubine, and one should also be cautious that this pregnancy may not result in a live birth. Achievements: There is continuous stagnation, and personal efforts will find little success; if one inherits benefits from ancestors, it will be very advantageous. Seeking Wealth: Engaging in business with others, neither side will gain an advantage. Seeking an Audience: Going to visit a nobleman, but the nobleman does not like it.

疾病：新病易瘥，久病凶。失脫：繫女人所竊，難覓。出行：孟出復止，夜占防遇小人。行人：歸者復出，出者復反。爭訟：主因婦人或失盜，事宜兩和。兵戰：欠利，防有奸人細作。

Disease: New illnesses are easy to recover from, but long-term illnesses are ominous. Loss: It is a woman who took it, and it is difficult to recover. Travel: One wants to go out but stops, and one should beware of small people at night. Traveler: Those who are coming back will have to go out again, and those who are going out will have to return. Dispute: The main cause is due to a woman or theft, and it is advisable to reconcile both sides. Warfare: Not very favorable, beware of spies infiltrating.

畢法云：首尾相見始終宜，干支乘墓各昏迷；兩貴受克難干貴，支乘墓虎有伏尸。課經訂訛云：日鬼發用，中末逢墓，常人為喜。心印賦云：日辰上見墓神加，病者無痊災可嗟；行人失約路途賒，若當時日來歸家。

The "Bifa Fu" says: When the beginning and end meet, everything is suitable; when the day stem and day branch each carry the Tomb Spirit, both the person and the house are confused; when both the day and night noblemen are restrained, it is difficult to seek help from the nobleman; when the day branch carries the Tomb Spirit and also the white tiger, there are corpses buried for a long time without burial in the house. The "Ke Jing Ding E" says: When the official ghost of the day stem initiates the transmission, and the middle and final transmissions also meet the Tomb Spirit, it is actually good for ordinary people. The "Xin Yan Fu" says: When the Tomb Spirit is on the day branch and overlaid, the sick person will not recover, this disaster is truly regrettable; a traveler who misses the appointment and travels a long way, if he says he will return home, it should be on the day of the current day.

課體：涉害，鑄印，乘軒，勵德，度厄。課義：上刑下刑，晝失娉婷，本無和氣，況有旬丁。解曰：巳申戌未子卯，四課三傳，無一不刑。上下之間，全無和氣。卯乃辛之妻，而晝乘元武，則為婚財兩失。況末遁旬丁，反助初鬼而傷於干耶。

There are five types of lesson patterns: involvement in harm, casting an imprint, riding in a carriage, cultivating virtue, and overcoming calamity (which can overcome difficulties). The lesson meaning says: the superior is punishing the inferior, and the inferior is punishing the superior. When divining in the daytime, one also loses a beautiful wife. Originally there was no harmony, and how much more so when there is the hidden departure of the Ding spirit within the ten-day cycle. The explanation says: the spirits of Si, Shen, Xu, Wei, Zi, and Mao are all present in the four lessons and three transmissions, and nowhere is there harmony between the upper and lower. Mao is the wife wealth of Xin metal, and in the daytime divination, it is occupied by the Black Tortoise, thus both marriage and wealth are lost. Moreover, the final transmission hides the fire of Ding from the ten-day cycle, which then assists the initial transmission's official ghost to injure the day stem.

斷曰：此見機之卦，亦名鑄印乘軒。君子知機，行仁布德，自當官祿顯榮，聲名洋溢，財帛豐盈。若不足以當之，則內外刑傷，觸處皆成荊棘。況初末傳皆見天后元武，印模為支上神所刑，名曰鑄印不成。即德位相當者，亦宜謹凜，見機而作，不俟終日，非有介石之貞，未能免咎。

The divination indicates a卦 of discerning opportunity, also known as "casting the seal and riding the carriage." A gentleman who can recognize the right moment, practice benevolence and righteousness, and spread kindness and virtue will naturally achieve official honor and fame, and enjoy abundant wealth. However, if one's virtue and reputation are insufficient to match the situation, then both inside and outside will suffer punishment, and everywhere will be full of thorns and obstacles. Moreover, both the first and final transmissions show the Heavenly Empress and the Black Tortoise, and the mold for casting the seal is harmed by the deity governing the day branch. This is called "casting the seal without success." Even for someone whose virtue and position are in harmony, one should still be cautious and vigilant, act according to the opportunity, and not wait until the day is over. If one lacks the firmness of "standing between stones" as described in the Yu hexagram, one is sure to incur faults.

天時：蒸熱得雨。家宅：益人丁，宜謹門戶。婚姻：不宜。胎產：主女，胎防損。功名：主有除授升遷，然位高防險。求財：主空手得之，或繫闇昧，防因財生患。

Heavenly Conditions: After a period of oppressive heat, rain will arrive. Family: There will be an increase in family members, but the household should be kept secure. Marriage: Not advisable. Pregnancy: Indicates the birth of a daughter, and care should be taken to prevent harm to the fetus. Official Rank: There will be appointments and promotions, but when the position becomes high, one should beware of dangers. Seeking Wealth: Wealth will come without effort, or through questionable means, and one should be cautious of troubles arising from money.

疾病：主婦人狂病見鬼，凡病先重後輕，久病不吉。失物：失物難得，逃亡怕歸。出行：宜上官之任，常人不利。行人：占僮僕必至。爭訟：主為妻財之事，宜消解。兵戰：軍中不寧，主將逍遙，土卒搶攘。

Disease: This indicates a woman suffering from a madness illness, claiming to see ghosts; all diseases begin severe and then become lighter, but if the illness persists, it is not auspicious. Lost items: The lost things are difficult to recover, and those who have run away are afraid to return. Travel: It is suitable to take office, but ordinary people's travel is not favorable. Travelers: The servant will definitely arrive. Disputes: The matter is about wife and money, and it is advisable to mediate. Military conflict: The army is not peaceful, the general is carefree, while the soldiers are chaotic and fighting over belongings.

畢法云：賓主不投刑在上，人宅皆死各衰羸。觀月經云：河魁本是印，火到自然成；在職重超擢，居官更顯榮。又云：三下制其上，六親意不虞；象還同長幼，事不免嗟吁。

The *Bi Fa Fu* says: The host and guest do not harmonize with each other because punishments and restrictions are all upon the upper spirits; both the person and the dwelling encounter death qi, each becoming weak. The *Guan Yueling* says: Hekui in Xu is originally the seal, and when fire arrives, it naturally forms; those in official positions may expect promotion, and officials will become even more prominent. It also says: Three lower spirits restrain the upper spirits, and among the six relations, unexpected things occur; the situation is like elders and juniors out of order, and affairs are sure to lead to lamentation.

課體：知一，曲直，寡宿。課義：晝財失散，動多災難，夜貴純財，外徒好看。解曰：三傳全財，財太旺者，必反傷財。晝將皆屬水獸，重疊生之，脫其干氣，故為失散之象。況刃網在前，動則必遭災難也。以夜將言之，六合亦財，天后生財，財益旺矣。但初中空陷，末傳金虎踞墓，外雖好看，內則空虛耳。

There are three types of lesson patterns: Zhiyi, Quzhi, and Guasu. The lesson meaning says: if a divination is done during the day about wealth, it indicates that the wealth will scatter, and any movement will bring many troubles and difficulties; if a divination is done at night about the nobleman, the pure wealth signs are present, appearing good on the outside, but in reality they are just superficial. The explanation says: all three transmissions are wealth signs, and excessive wealth will actually harm the wealth. During the day, the heavenly generals are all water animals, which successively generate wealth, draining the energy of the day stem completely, hence the image of scattered wealth; moreover, the yangren and luowang are right in front, so any movement will certainly lead to disaster. If we consider the night generals, the liuhe is also wealth, and the heavenly empress also generates wealth, making the wealth even stronger; however, the first and middle transmissions both fall into empty and trapped positions, while the final transmission's metal spirit is riding the white tiger and sitting in the storage, appearing good on the outside but ultimately empty inside.

斷曰：此知一之卦，成曲直之局。占事主先屈後伸，始難終易。善惡混處，繁冗駁雜，宜於審擇固執。雖三合六合，像極和同。而四課三傳，不落空陷者，僅存午未。交關紛錯，毫無實際。雖遇辛日，難望其器之成也。

The divination indicates this is a卦 of knowing one, with the three transmissions forming a curved and straight wooden structure. The matter being divined will have the subject initially suffering hardship but later expanding. The beginning is difficult while the end is easy. Good and bad are mixed together, complicated and disorderly, so one should carefully examine and choose before firmly holding on. Although there are triple harmony and six harmonies, the image shows extreme harmony, but among the four lessons and three transmissions, only the hours of Wu and Wei are not empty or陷. The interactions are chaotic and confused, with no solid basis. Even if there is the effort of cutting on a辛 day, it is difficult to expect success.

天時：密雲不雨，大風虹見。家宅：主常有喜慶宴會，防婢妾有奸竊事。婚姻：和合，夜占更吉。胎產：女胎，產極難。功名：主得虛銜，遇貴有濟。求財：得利，亦多虛耗。疾病：得於飲食，婦女難愈。失脫：難獲。出行：得好伴，一路安樂，但耗財。行人：占幼輩即至，餘未回。爭訟：主為財產，或舟車之事，宜和解。兵戰：晝占大勝，歲月逢亥卯則吉。

Heavenly Conditions: Dense clouds do not rain, but a strong wind arises and rainbows appear. Family Home: There will be frequent celebrations and banquets, but one should be careful of servants or concubines committing infidelity or theft. Marriage: Harmonious, more favorable at night. Pregnancy: A female fetus, with difficult childbirth. Official Rank: One will only receive an empty title, and only with the help of a nobleman will there be success. Seeking Wealth: One can gain profit, but there will also be much waste. Disease: The illness comes from diet, especially difficult for women to recover from. Loss: The lost item cannot be found. Travel: One will meet good companions, with a safe journey, but it will cost money. Traveler: The younger person will arrive soon, others have not returned yet. Dispute: The matter concerns property or vehicles and boats, and it is advisable to resolve through reconciliation. Warfare: If divined during the day, there will be a great victory; if the year or month meets the branches of亥 or卯, it will be favorable.

畢法云：貴雖坐獄宜臨干，萬事喜忻三六合，金日逢丁凶禍動。心鏡云：用神今日比，事因同類起。精蘊云：卯加亥為胎坐長生，大宜占孕，惟不利占產。干上寅，支上亥，如夜占宜結絕告貴之事，謂干支值絕，凡謀決也。

The "Bifa Fu" says: Although the Nobleman is sitting in a prison position, if he is adjacent to the Day Stem, he is still usable; for all matters to be joyful and harmonious, it depends on Triple Harmony and Liu He; when metal day meets the hidden stem Ding, calamity will arise. The "Xingjing" says: if the used god is harmonious with the Day Stem, the matter will be initiated by peers or similar people. The "Jingyun" says: when卯 is added to亥, the fetal god is sitting in the Growth position, which is most suitable for predicting pregnancy, but not favorable for predicting childbirth. If the Day Stem is寅 and the Day Branch is亥, and the divination is done at night, it is suitable for settling old cases or seeking help from the Nobleman, this is called both the Stem and Branch being in the绝 position; any plan can be decided.

課體：別責，勵德，蕪淫，不備。課義：晝乘虎墓，棄迎賊伍，留宿仍前，俯就免苦。解曰：晝占虎臨金墓，墓覆日干，棄而往迎登明，則與元武為伍矣。蓋亥為盜神，又乘元武，盜脫干氣，遂進而停留中末以為止宿之地。乃仍前虎墓重重，凶之甚矣。不得已而俯就支上戌課，雖曰相刑，猶免其苦也。

There are four types of lesson patterns: separate blame, commendation of virtue, licentiousness, and incompleteness. The lesson meaning says: in the daytime, the White Tiger is riding on the Tomb Spirit, so it can only abandon it and go to meet that group of thieves; after a journey of staying overnight, it remains the same ominous situation, and finally, by yielding to the day branch, the hardship is avoided. The explanation says: in the daytime, the White Tiger is on the metal Storage, the Tomb Spirit covers the day stem; abandoning it and turning to meet the Dengming亥 water, it joins the Yuanwu. Since亥 is the thief god and rides on Yuanwu, it specializes in stealing and draining the energy of the day stem; then moving forward, taking the middle transmission and final transmission as places to rest, it is still covered by the White TigerTomb Spirit repeatedly, reaching the extreme of danger. In the end, it can only yield to the day branch's戌 lesson, although there is mutual punishment between them, it still avoids that hardship.

斷曰：此別責之卦，亦名蕪淫。土有驚憂怪異，而無實害。事不周全，物多偏缺，求望難成。二陽爭陰，紀網不肅，咎多福少宜矣。晝占貴人立卯，名為勵德。君子升遷，小人斥退。夜占盜神發用，中末天后恰合蕪淫，可不謹諸。三傳四課，惟干陰及支，不落空陷，凡事皆虛，禍亦減也。

The divination indicates a卦 of separate blame, also called a disorderly situation. It signifies there will be unexpected worries and strange occurrences, but no actual harm. Affairs will not be completed, things will be incomplete, and what is sought will not be achieved. Two yang forces contend for one yin, leading to disorder in the principles and regulations, resulting in more misfortune than good fortune. If this is divined during the day, the nobleman is positioned at卯, named "cultivating virtue": the virtuous will receive promotion, while the petty will be dismissed. If divined at night, the thief god initiates the transmission, and the middle and final transmissions are the heavenly empress, which perfectly matches the image of disorderly situation, so one must be cautious. Among the three transmissions and four lessons, only the yin spirit of the day stem and the day branch do not fall into emptiness or decline, so all matters are hollow, and the misfortune is thus reduced.

天時：求雨得雨，求晴未晴。家宅：晝占防尊長災，夜占防有奸私。婚姻：不吉。胎產：不實。功名：晝占謁貴可得，微員不利。求財：無所得。投謁：不遇。疾病：占長上凶，行年本命在未上有救。失脫：夜占為女盜，難獲。出行：不吉。行人：占同輩立至。爭訟：晝占須仗貴力，餘不得宜。兵戰：小挫反為禍。

Heavenly Conditions: If you ask for rain and get rain, but if you ask for clear weather it does not clear. Family Affairs: If divined during the day, be cautious of misfortune to elders; if divined at night, be cautious of secret affairs. Marriage: Unfavorable. Pregnancy: The fetus is not strong. Official Rank: If divined during the day, meeting a nobleman may bring success, but for a minor official position it is unfavorable. Seeking Wealth: Nothing is obtained. Seeking an Audience: Unable to meet anyone. Disease: Misfortune to elders; if the year of birth falls on the hexagram of Wei, there is hope of recovery. Loss: If divined at night, it is caused by a female thief and difficult to recover. Travel: Unfavorable. Traveler: A peer will arrive soon. Dispute: If divined during the day, rely on the help of a nobleman; otherwise, it is not suitable. Warfare: Suffer some setback which turns into disaster.

畢法云：干乘墓虎無占病，空空如也事休追。括囊賦云：不備蕪淫，必有陰私而起譖。中黃經云：元武登明上，眼目淚交流。課經云：於墓乘虎，占病必死。若年命得小吉乘蛇，庶幾可救。

The Book of Bi Fa says: If the day stem is accompanied by the Tomb Spirit (mound spirit) and the White Tiger, do not use it to predict illness; if the Kongwang (void) is again on the Kongwang, there is nothing at all, and there is no need to pursue further. The Book of Kuang Nang says: If encountering unprepared licentiousness, there must be private matters leading to slander. The Middle Yellow Classic says: If the Black Tortoise is on the Dengming (Hai), it indicates continuous weeping from the eyes. The Classic of Lessons says: If the day stem's墓 is accompanied by the White Tiger, predicting illness indicates certain death; if the year pillar's original destiny is on Xiaoji (Wei) but not accompanied by the Teng Snake, there may still be a chance of survival.

課體：彈射，出陰。課義：夜祿虎守，卻宜閉口，倘居窘鄉，釋然無咎。解曰：辛祿在酉，祿臨支上，夜虎守之，難以往就。況酉是旬尾，宜閉口以應之，不可嘵嘵強求也。辛課在戌，戌落旬空。子加其上，亦脫干氣，非窘鄉乎。然安分居之，反得安然。出於三陰而坐受寅財之利，莫之咎也。

There are two types of lesson patterns: "Dànshè" and "Chūyīn" (emerging from the three yin regions into the three yang regions). The lesson meaning says: during the night, the day stem's luck is guarded by the White Tiger, so one should remain silent; if one resides in a distressed place, it will instead result in a clear absence of fault. The explanation says: the day stem is Xin, whose luck is in You. The luck is located on the day branch, and during the night it is guarded by the White Tiger, making it difficult to proceed to seek help. Moreover, You is the end of this ten-day cycle, so one should remain silent to deal with it, and should not loudly demand. On the day of Xin, the lesson is in Xu, which is in the empty position of the ten-day cycle, and Zi is placed on top of it, which also drains the day stem's energy, which is precisely a distressed place. However, by staying calm and content, one ends up safe; by emerging from the three yin regions, one can enjoy the benefits of the寅 wood wealth爻, and thus there is no fault.

斷曰：此彈射之卦，日陰發用，乃日上兩課自戰，作事無力，不於內事，不可出尖。中傳得辰土，是為彈射有丸，主驀有災悔。寅辰年二傳，為出於三陰，入於三陽，有自谷遷喬之象。兼之日自生子，子生用神。雖一路耗脫，卻得欣欣向榮，眼前未遂，不足為憂也。

The divination indicates: This is a卦 of shooting, with the Yin spirit of the day stem initiating the transmission. The two lessons on the day stem contend with each other, leading to weakness in affairs. It does not involve internal matters, nor is it advisable to take the lead. The middle transmission receives the earth element of Chen, which is called shooting with a projectile, indicating sudden calamity and regret. The transmissions of Yin and Chen come from the triple yin and enter the triple yang, resembling moving from a deep valley to a high tree. Moreover, the day stem itself goes to generate Zi, and Zi generates the initiating spirit. Although there is continuous loss, it can still flourish; current affairs may not be satisfactory, but there is no need for worry.

天時：求晴即霽，求雨遲得。家宅：主虛耗損財。婚姻：有成，終見衰弱。胎產：主婢妾不正，防不實。功名：捐財得之，無俸祿。求財：折本無利。投謁：不見。疾病：主虛脫，不能食，無妨。失脫：盜者在宅，見者不言。出行：就祿不利，犛財處反安。行人：來有小阻。爭訟：宜解。兵戰：晝占大吉。

Heavenly Conditions: If you seek clear weather, it will soon become clear; if you seek rain, it will come later. Home: indicates loss and expenditure of wealth. Marriage: can be successful, but eventually leads to decline. Pregnancy: indicates improper behavior by servants or concubines, and there is a risk of an unstable pregnancy. Official Rank: money can be obtained by spending it, but there is no salary. Seeking Wealth: loss with no profit. Seeking an Audience: cannot be seen. Disease: indicates weakness and loss of appetite, but it is not serious. Loss of Property: the thief is inside the house, and those who see him will not speak. Travel: going towards official positions is unfavorable, but going to places where money is spent leads to safety. Travelers: there are minor obstacles on the way. Disputes: it is advisable to reconcile. Warfare: favorable on the day of the divination.

畢法云：權攝不正祿臨支，空上乘空事莫追，一旬周遍始終宜。課經云：干上子盜脫干氣，晝乘天空，名脫空神，凡占皆無中生有，全無實跡。心鏡云：日克課神名彈射，縱然得中還無利；家有賓來不可留，每有口舌西南至。

The "Bifa Fu" says: When the day stem is in the same earthly branch as its own heavenly stem, the person holding the position is necessarily a temporary administrator in an unofficial role; if the kongwang is also on the kongwang, there is no need to pursue further; if the deities of the ten days are complete and present throughout the cycle, everything remains suitable throughout. The "Ke Jing" says: The day stem's "zi" (a type of heavenly stem) steals the energy of the day stem, and during the day it is also accompanied by "Tian Kong" (which signifies emptiness and deception), known as the "tuo kong shen" (empty deity). In all divinations, this indicates something created out of nothing, with no real basis. The "Xin Jing" says: When the day stem attacks the deity of the lesson, it is called "tan she" (shooting). Even if it hits, there is no benefit; if there are guests at home, they should not be kept for long, and there will often be disputes from the southwest direction.

課體：昴星，天羅，掩目。課義：五虎晝逢，殃禍重重，全作六害，夜稍從容。解曰：申為白虎本方，晝占虎又乘亥，今課傳二亥三申，共為五虎，所以殃禍重重也。三傳申亥申，叫課申亥子未酉戊，全作六害。惟夜占將皆空元，雖亦陰賊虛詐，而不至如白虎之酷烈，無過脫耗而已，似稍從容也。

There are three types of lesson patterns:昴星, 天罗, and 掩目. The lesson meaning says: if divining during the day, one encounters five White Tigers, resulting in repeated misfortunes; if the four lessons and three transmissions are entirely composed of six harms, then during the night the situation is somewhat more manageable. The explanation says: the position of the White Tiger is申, and during the day, the White Tiger is also on亥; now, in the lesson and transmission, there are two 亥 and three 申, altogether forming five White Tigers, hence the heavy misfortunes. The three transmissions are申, 亥, and 申, while the four lessons are申, 亥, 子, 未, 酉, and 戌, and each pair forms six harms. Only during the night, the heavenly generals are all Tian Kong and Yuan Wu types; although they are not entirely free from deceit and falsehood, they do not reach the severity of the White Tiger, but rather involve loss and expenditure, which appears somewhat more manageable.

斷曰：此昴星之卦，柔日為冬蛇掩目，陰性從地，其氣下沉，伏而視之，事主闇昧不明，進退維谷，禍從內起。占者當收斂精神，決斷萬物，惟義所在，歸責於躬。晝占凶咎層疊，有驚天動地之象。夜占亦憂疑幻怪，千態百出，慎之慎之。

The divination indicates the hexagram of the昴 star. On a yin day, it is called Winter Snake Covering the Eyes: the nature of yin follows the earth, its energy descends and hides, observing secretly, so matters are obscure and unclear, with difficulty in advancing or retreating, and calamity arising from within. The person consulting should gather their spirit, decisively handle all affairs, and consider only whether something should be done, taking responsibility upon themselves. If consulted during the day, the ominous signs are layered and profound, with a grand and tumultuous appearance; if consulted at night, there are also doubts and strange phenomena arising together, in various forms, and one must be extremely cautious.

天時：晝占大風冱寒，夜占陰雨有風。家宅：不寧，主病患耗失。婚姻：大不吉，恐因婚得災。胎產：或雙胎，主大驚恐。功名：不宜躁進。求財：防被人脫賺，反致家道空乏。疾病：主虛弱，暴病吉，久病難瘥。失脫：難尋，逃亡自歸。出行：不宜遠行，防遇小人。行人：未回，有驚恐。爭訟：防陰謀虛詐。兵戰：不利，宜解甲休卒。

Heavenly conditions: During the day, it indicates strong winds and severe cold; at night, it suggests rainy weather with wind. For the household: it is not peaceful, indicating illness and loss. For marriage: it is very inauspicious, fearing that marrying may bring disaster. For childbirth: possibly twins, indicating great fear. For official rank: one should not be too hasty in seeking advancement. For seeking wealth: beware of being cheated, which may result in financial loss. For illness: the condition is weak, acute illness may be cured, but chronic illness is difficult to recover from. For lost items: difficult to find, but those who have run away will return on their own. For travel: not suitable for long journeys, beware of encountering small people. For a traveler: he has not yet returned, and there is fear on the way. For disputes: beware of the other party's schemes and deceit. For military conflict: it is unfavorable, and it is advisable to lay down arms and cease hostilities.

畢法云：虎視逢虎力難施，所謀多拙遭羅網；彼此猜忌害相隨，賓主不投刑在上。括囊賦云：昴星歸去而防險。照膽秘訣云：白虎猖狂滿屋傷。課經云：干上亥乃脫氣，天將又是元武，為脫盜格。

The "Bifa Fu" says: When the lesson has a "Hǔshì" (Tiger Watching) structure and also encounters the White Tiger, even if one has strength, it cannot be fully utilized; the matters one plans are mostly clumsy, because one has run into a net. When the four lessons interact to form harm, it indicates mutual suspicion; the host and guest are not in harmony, because punishments and restrictions are all present in the upper deities. The "Kuanang Fu" says: When the lesson is of the "Mǎoxing" (昴星) structure, one must be cautious of dangers. The "Zhaochan Mijie" says: When the White Tiger becomes rampant, everyone in the house will be injured. The "Kèjīng" says: The亥 (Hai) on the day stem is exactly the leaking and escaping energy; the heavenly general is also the Black Tortoise, which is called the "Tuodao Ge" (Escape and Theft Pattern).

課體：伏吟，自任，元胎，寡宿，杜傳。課義：晝德祿空，脫馬未逢，長生乘武，守動勿容。解曰：亥乃日之德祿，本落旬空。晝占又乘天空，是為空上逢空。寅為驛馬，動則脫日之氣，幸在末傳，尚未逢也。申金居中，雖本日之長生，而晝乘元武，反多耗費。夫德祿空空，長生元武。初中兩地，既不可守矣，及動而至末，馬乘六合，奸私盜脫，又何利焉。天盤地盤，皆作六害，所謂彼此猜忌也。

The five types of lesson patterns are:Hidden Chant, 自任, 元胎, Guasu, and 杜传 (three transmissions are blocked and unpassable, suitable only for closing the door and guarding oneself). The lesson meaning says: On a day divination, the day stem's virtue and its official position both fall into emptiness, the leaking horse has not yet met; the long life deity is riding on the Black Tortoise, neither staying nor moving. Explanation:亥 is both the day stem's virtue and its official position for a壬 day, and it originally falls into the旬空; on a day divination, it also rides on the sky void, which is emptiness on top of emptiness.寅 is the horse, once it moves, it will leak the day stem's energy, fortunately it is in the final transmission, and has not yet met.申 metal is in the middle transmission, although it is the day stem's long life, but on a day divination it rides on the Black Tortoise, which leads to more loss. The day stem's virtue and its official position are empty again, and the long life is also riding on the Black Tortoise, since the first and middle transmissions cannot be held; when moving to the final transmission, the horse also rides on the Liu He, which is all about private dealings and theft, so what benefit is there? The heaven plate and earth plate each branch pairs to form the six harms, which is exactly what is called mutual suspicion.

斷曰：此自任之卦，亦名元胎，亦名杜傳。祿馬交馳，似乎眼前興旺，然恐臨時脫空，惟宜杜門晦跡，謙損自持，則晦中得吉。又課傳皆孟，格合元胎，凡事皆有新意。夜占將吉，晝占將逢空脫奸私，必見驚恐。

The divination indicates this is a self-assumed hexagram, also called the original embryo or Du Zhuan. The禄神 (favorable official) and The Post-horse (post-horse) are both active, suggesting prosperity at present, but there is a fear of eventual failure. It is advisable to close the door, hide one's tracks, and maintain humility and self-restraint in order to gain good fortune in darkness. Both the main hexagram and the transmission involve the four young gods of寅 (Yin),申 (Shen),巳 (Si), and亥 (Hai), forming a structure consistent with the original embryo, implying that all matters carry a new beginning. If this is divined at night, the Heavenly General is auspicious; but if divined during the day, the Heavenly General meets Kongwang (void), leading to loss and secret affairs, which will certainly bring a shock.

天時：有雨，若久雨即難晴。家宅：晝占主空虛，防盜。婚姻：晝占不宜，夜占遲吉。胎產：主婢妾有孕，正月占防不育。功名：仕途遷擢，試得科第。求財：反覆未得。疾病：不吉，暴病癒。失脫：晝占難獲。出行：遠行不宜。行人：乍登途。爭訟：必歸和解，憂患冰釋。兵戰：防敵行詐，水旺時吉。

Heavenly conditions: There will be rain; if it rains for a long time, it is difficult to clear up. Home: During the day, it indicates emptiness in the household and suggests caution against theft. Marriage: During the day, it is not favorable; during the night, it will be delayed but eventually favorable. Pregnancy: Indicates a servant or concubine is pregnant; if divined in the first lunar month, there is a risk of the child not surviving. Official rank: There is hope for promotion in official career; those taking exams may pass successfully. Seeking wealth: There will be repeated efforts without success. Disease: Unfavorable; sudden illness may recover. Loss: During the day, it is difficult to recover the lost item. Travel: Not suitable for long journeys. Travelers: Just set out. Disputes: Eventually resolved, worries naturally disappear. Warfare: Be cautious of enemy deception; during the season when water is abundant, it is favorable.

畢法云：空上逢空事莫追，彼此猜忌害相隨。袖中金云：六壬日自刑，壬申日不為空亡。指要云：心鏡言行人立至門者，是本家暫出之人，非遠回人至也。

The "Bifa Fu" says: If Kongwang appears again on Kongwang, there is no need to investigate further; if the four lessons mutually form harm, it indicates mutual suspicion between the parties. The "Xiu Zhong Jin" says: On the six days with Renshen as the day stem, the day stem itself carries self-punishment, but on Renshen day, it is not considered Kongwang. The "Zhi Yao" says: The "Xin Jing" refers to a person returning home immediately, meaning someone from the same family who temporarily left, not someone coming back from a long journey.

課體：元首，退茹，斬關，朝支。課義：先鬼後空，退則有功，凡謀勉力，關格須逢。解曰：戌為日鬼，卻落旬空，雖兩虎並臨，不足畏也。壬干退而就申，申乃日之長生，庶有功也。先逢虛驚之鬼，又歷破敗之酉，於艱難中，更退一步，始得生息，故凡百謀為，必當勉力。但魁度天門，終不免於關隔。猶駕舟而登劍閣，御車而涉河津，其否多亨少宜矣。此課一名抱石投江。

There are four types of lesson patterns: the Head, Retreat, Cut-off, and "Morning Branch" (the third transmission ends and returns to the day branch, like the morning visit to the day branch). The lesson meaning says: first encountering the official ghost, which is in the empty position, then retreating leads to some benefit; any endeavor requires effort, but ultimately one will meet obstacles. The explanation says: the戌 is the official ghost of the day stem, but it falls in the旬空, though there are two white tigers, day and night, accompanying it, it is not to be feared. The壬 stem retreats to申, which is the long life of the day stem, so there is some effect. First encountering an official ghost that brings worry, then passing through the酉 which is a broken position, in hardship, retreating again brings vitality, so all endeavors must be pursued with effort. However, the Hekui戌 is placed on the Heaven Gate亥, inevitably leading to obstruction, like sailing a boat to the Sword Pass or driving a cart across the Yellow River, with many obstructions and few smooth passages. This lesson is also called holding a stone and jumping into the river.

斷曰：此元首之卦，掐合退茹，亦名斬關。凡事阻礙，君子應拔茅之吉，莫辭勞苦。小人戒關隔之凶，勿強糾纏。三傳朝支，利下不利上。斬關逢虎得斷，利私不利公。壬癸日辰加巳，謂之兩蛇夾墓，占病必有積塊在腹。

The divination indicates that this is a卦 of the sovereign, with a structure conforming to the retreat of the herb, also known as cutting the gate. All matters will encounter obstacles: the virtuous should respond to the auspicious omen of the "Thaw" hexagram "Pulling the hemp and uprooting the weeds," and should not refuse to endure hardship; the petty person should beware of dangerous obstructions and avoid entanglement. The three transmissions return to the day branch, benefiting the lower position but not the upper position. Cutting the gate coincides with the White Tiger, indicating that matters can be decided, benefiting private affairs but not public affairs. On the day of Ren or Gui, the hour stem is placed on the hour of Si, called two snakes enclosing the tomb, indicating that illness is certainly due to a mass in the abdomen.

天時：先見風雷，久而有雨。家宅：主有孤獨別離，並防逃盜。婚姻：不宜。胎產：主女胎，或私孕。功名：催官極速，防有空脫阻滯。求財：艱難得之，亦防虛耗。疾病：主隔氣或食積，宜下之。久病凶，猝病即瘥。失脫：自歸，否則難獲。出行：不得出。行人：有阻或戀他鄉。爭訟：不解即防被刑。兵戰：不利，有失眾之象。

Heavenly conditions: First there will be wind and thunder, then rain later. Family affairs: There will be loneliness and separation, and also beware of escape and theft. Marriage: Not suitable. Pregnancy: It is a female fetus, or conceived through secret relations. Official position: The official position will come very quickly, but beware of something being missed or delayed. Seeking wealth: It is difficult, but eventually something will be obtained, yet beware of waste. Disease: It indicates difficulty in breathing or food stagnation; it is suitable to use purgative methods. For long-term illness, it is dangerous, but sudden illness will recover quickly. Loss: The lost item will return by itself, otherwise it will be difficult to recover. Travel: Unable to go out. Traveler: There will be obstacles on the way, or staying in another place unwilling to return. Dispute: If not resolved, there will be the risk of punishment. Warfare: Unfavorable, showing a loss of popular support.

畢法云：魁度天門關隔定，干乘墓虎無占病，虎臨干鬼凶速速。括囊賦云：戌為白虎兮犬驚。又云：關遐隔遠，占行客而未來。課經云：干上發傳，末歸干支，為朝支格，不免俯就於人，被人抑勒，不能自由。

The "Bifa Fu" says: When Hekui (Xu) reaches the heavenly gate (Hai), the barrier is already fixed; if the day stem is accompanied by the tomb god and the White Tiger, do not use it to predict illness; if the White Tiger is on the official ghost of the day stem, misfortune comes very quickly. The "Kuanang Fu" says: Xu belongs to the White Tiger, indicating there will be disturbances from dogs. It also says: If the pass is distant and there are many obstructions, predicting someone who is away from home, they cannot return for a while. The "Ke Jing" says: If the transmission starts from the day stem and the final transmission returns to the stem and branch, it is the pattern of the branch, inevitably leading to submission to others, being oppressed, and lacking freedom.

課體：元首，顧祖，間傳，泆女。課義：宅敗人衰，末助初財，陰入夜遁，七月懷胎。

"Lesson Pattern" refers to the structural configuration of the divination chart, which in this case encompasses four types: "Original Leader Lesson" is when among the four lessons, only one instance of a lower god overcoming an upper god exists, and this overcoming is taken as the initiating transmission, like an original leader issuing orders, indicating that matters have a central authority; "Ancestral Caretaker Lesson" is when the final transmission returns to support the initial transmission, like descendants remembering ancestors, indicating a renewal of old endeavors; "Intermediate Transmission Lesson" is when the three transmissions progress through intervening positions, indicating that matters require a detour to be completed; "Wayward Woman Lesson" is when the final transmission returns to the Liu He, indicating a woman losing her chastity and having secret affairs. "Lesson Meaning" is a four-character mnemonic summarizing the fortune and misfortune of the chart, stating: the residence is in decline, the population is diminishing; the final transmission of寅wood returns to support the initial transmission and generates wealth; theyin softness Heavenly General in night divination indicates a person fleeing secretly; 午fire is the Fetal Spirit of 壬water, and divination in July indicates a woman's pregnancy.

解曰：人宅俱乘敗神，初傳遭口與晝夜將夾克，不由己用矣。賴末傳寅木助初生財，或望有成也。午為口乾妻財，又：天后元武皆屬陰將，故為婦人。夜乘元武，主逃遁也。午又為壬水胎財，在七月為生氣，故主懷孕。

The day stem and day branch are both governed by a deity riding the bathing phase, indicating decline for both person and dwelling. The first transmission is further restricted by the mouth deity and the two groups of heavenly generals above and below, thus losing control over the matter. Fortunately, the final transmission, which is寅 wood, supports the first transmission, enabling it to generate wealth. Therefore, the matter can still be expected to succeed. The午 fire is overcome by the day stem壬 water, making it the wife's wealth. Moreover, the two heavenly generals, Heavenly Empress and Black Tortoise, are both yin deities, so they are represented as women. In a night divination, the wealth爻 is riding Black Tortoise, indicating that the person may secretly take away belongings. 午 is also the wealth generated from the Fetal Spirit of 壬 water, and in July it is in its life phase, so the divination suggests that the wife is pregnant.

斷曰：此元首間傳之卦，為顧祖格，有復舊業之象，凡謀皆吉，但間傳逆退，必有留連阻隔。晝占初起火後，末歸六合，名為泆女，陰私不正。況干支皆乘沐浴，是為人宅俱敗。占身氣血衰弱，占宅屋舍荒頹，干上酉為婢類，或緣酒色破家。

This is a lesson combining "Yuan Shou" and "Jian Chuan," and it also matches the "Gu Zu" pattern, indicating a situation with the appearance of restoring old family businesses. Any major plans are generally auspicious. However, the "Jian Chuan" isretrograde and retreating, meaning there will certainly be complications and delays in the middle. When divining by day, the initial transmission is initiated by fire and the Heavenly Empress, and the final transmission falls on Liu He, which is called "Yu Nu," indicating secret affairs and improper actions. Moreover, both the day stem and the day branch are occupied by the bathing and declining energy, which signifies both the person and the house suffering losses. When divining about oneself, it indicates weak vitality; when divining about the house, it suggests the dwelling is in disrepair. The酉 metal on the day stem represents female servants, and the family business is often ruined due to alcohol and lust.

天時：晝占雨多時見日，夜占久陰。家宅：防破敗及婢僕奸逃。婚姻：不宜成。胎產：七月占妻孕吉，正二月不吉。功名：待時。求財：得財，即為酒色所耗。疾病：心腎兩家之疾。失脫：主繫婦女所竊，逃去難尋。出行：利東方。行人：占弟兄即至。爭訟：主奸拐不明，防發覺舊事。兵戰：防偷營劫寨。

Heavenly conditions: If divined during the day, there will be much rain, with the sun occasionally breaking through the clouds. If divined at night, there will be prolonged darkness with no clearing. Home affairs: There is a risk of family decline and servants committing adultery and fleeing. Marriage: It is not advisable to form a marriage. Pregnancy: If divined in the seventh month, it is auspicious for the wife to be pregnant; however, if divined in the first or second month, it is inauspicious. Official rank: It is best to wait for the right opportunity. Seeking wealth: Wealth may be obtained, but it will quickly be spent on alcohol and women. Disease: The illness affects the heart and kidney meridians. Loss: The lost item is most likely stolen by a woman, and the person has already fled, making recovery difficult. Travel: It is favorable to go east. Travelers: If asking about a brother, he will arrive immediately. Disputes: They often arise from unclear cases of deception and fraud, and there is a risk of old cases being exposed. Warfare: Be cautious of the enemy stealing camp and attacking the camp.

畢法云：賓主不投刑在上，干支皆敗勢傾頹；初遭夾克不由己，后合占婚豈用媒。課經云：壬申日，巳將加未，夫行年甲寅，妻行年己亥，上下相生作合，乘本命旺氣，為繁昌課，一名德孕課。中黃經云：天后相刑闇昧生，不逢占克必婚成。

The "Bifa Fu" says: "The guest and host do not align, with mutual punishment above," meaning the heavenly stem and earthly branch of the day have their upper gods mutually punishing each other, and they do not harmonize. "Both the heavenly stem and earthly branch are in decline, with the momentum collapsing," meaning the person and the dwelling are both in a state of decline, with their momentum collapsing. "The initial transmission is surrounded by upper and lower punishment, and the matter is not under one's control," meaning the first transmission is surrounded by upper and lower punishment, and the matter is not under one's control. "Later conjunction indicates marriage, without the need for a matchmaker," meaning the heavenly empress and the six heavens are both present, and the marriage naturally comes about, without the need for a matchmaker to facilitate it. The "Ke Jing" says: On the Renshen day, with the巳 (Snake) general added to the Wei (Earth Ox) hour, the husband's year is Jiayin, and the wife's year is Jihai. The upper and lower are mutually generating and harmonizing, and they are riding on the prosperous momentum of their own destiny. This is called the "Fan Chang Ke," also known as the "De Yun Ke," which indicates abundant descendants. The "Zhonghuang Jing" says: When the heavenly empress is in mutual punishment with the god it is upon, private affairs are thus initiated. As long as it is not met with restriction, the marriage will certainly be concluded.

課體：元首，病胎，不備，自在。課義：坐謀有益，動用費力，元虎臨身，稍有憂惕。

The lesson patterns include three other types besides the "original head" type. "Sick fetus lesson" occurs when the巳 (Si) is placed on the申 (Shen), with the fetal god accompanied by illness, indicating inner unease. "Incomplete lesson" arises when the four lessons are not complete, resulting in an incomplete structure. "Free lesson" happens when the god on the day branch is placed on the day stem and then returns to generate the day stem, meaning others take the initiative to benefit me, and if I remain still, I can gain advantage. The lesson meaning states: sitting still and maintaining existing conditions brings benefits, but once one starts to act, effort is required. The two Inauspicious General (malevolent generals), Yuanwu (Black Tortoise) and Baihu (White Tiger), are positioned on the self's position, causing some anxiety in the mind.

解曰：長生臨日，坐守可以得益，若動而發用，取初之財，反逢旬遁己上克傷。日干中傳脫氣，末傳旬空，費力萬端，不能收效也。晝將元武，夜將白虎，乘申臨干，不免稍有憂惕。幸坐空亡，不為大害。

Shen metal is the place of growth for Ren water. Now the god of growth is sitting on the day stem, so by staying and maintaining stability one can gain advantage. But if it moves and initiates the first transmission to take the wealth, it will instead meet the己 earth obtained from the ten-day cycle above, which will injure oneself. The day stem is weakened in the middle transmission, and the final transmission falls into the empty void, so no matter how much effort is put in, there will be no result. In daytime divination, the Black Tortoise is riding on Shen, and in nighttime divination, the White Tiger is riding on Shen; both凶 generals are pressing on the day stem, causing some worry. Fortunately, they are sitting on the empty void, so their harmful power is nullified and they cannot cause great harm.

斷曰：此亦為元首之卦，名病元胎。身喜心憂，兩人共事，末得和同。干支乘刑，為動履不寧之象。若臣忠子孝，扶綱植常，身名俱泰。苟不能忘私，虧心暗室，終失便宜。又兩陽爭一陰，各懷奸私，情意相背。處家應物，尤宜光明嚴謹，庶免其咎。

This is also known as the "Original Head" divination, with another name being "Diseased Original Embryo." On the surface, the person appears happy, but inside they are secretly anxious. Two people working together will eventually fail to get along. The day stem and day branch are in mutual conflict, indicating a state of unrest in all aspects of life. If one remains loyal as a subject and filial as a son, upholds the principles and establishes the proper way, both personal safety and reputation will be secure. However, if one cannot let go of personal desires and compromises conscience in private, they will ultimately suffer losses. This situation also represents two yang spirits competing for one yin spirit, each harboring private interests, leading to estrangement. Therefore, in family life and social interactions, one must be upright and strict in conduct to avoid wrongdoing.

天時：晝占多風，夜占多雨。家宅：人口小不安。婚姻：未宜。胎產：主產前多病，產後安。功名：順利，應試亦吉，第三場小心。求財：可得。投謁：有事干之，恐失和氣。

Heavenly Time: If you ask about something during the day, there is likely wind; if you ask at night, there is likely rain. Family Affairs: There is some unrest among the younger members of the family. Marriage: It is not suitable at the present time. Pregnancy and Childbirth: There will be much illness before giving birth, but after childbirth, everything will be safe. Career and Examinations: The official career is smooth, and taking exams is auspicious, but one must be careful in the third examination. Seeking Wealth: One can succeed in obtaining wealth. Seeking Favor: If you go to ask someone for help with something, you may end up hurting the relationship.

疾病：主寒熱相侵，難以速愈。失脫：尋得物已不全；逃亡自歸。出行：遠行忌二、六、十月。行人：留滯未歸。爭訟：防刑獄，利為客者。兵戰：晝占吉，拓地千里；夜占軍擾不寧。

Disease: Cold and heat are both attacking, making it difficult to recover quickly. Loss: Things may be recovered but will be incomplete; those who have run away will return on their own. Travel: Long journeys should avoid the second, sixth, and tenth months. Travelers: Those away will remain detained and have not yet returned. Disputes: Be cautious of legal troubles; this situation favors the later party rather than the one who acts first. Military conflict: If asked during the day, it is auspicious and can lead to gaining territory thousands of miles; if asked at night, there will be confusion and unrest within the army.

畢法云：賓主不投刑在上。課經云：支加干上而生干，為自在格，亦可作俱生格，所謂互生俱生凡事益也。袖中金云：巳加申為病胎，又名怕課。胎孕有病，安得不怕，主身喜心憂。

The "Bifa Fu" says: "The guest and host do not match if the superior god is in conflict," meaning that if the Day Stem and the Day Branch have a conflicting superior god, the host and guest do not harmonize. The "Ke Jing" says that when the Day Branch is placed above the Day Stem and generates the Day Stem, this is called "Zizai Ge," which can also be regarded as "Jusheng Ge," meaning mutual generation between each other, so that everything is beneficial. The "Xiu Zhong Jin" says that when Si is placed above Shen, it is called "Bingtai," also known as "Pake." Since the fetal development is already sickly, how can it not be frightening? Therefore, it indicates that although there seems to be good news on the surface, there is hidden worry in the heart.

課體：重審，潤下，勵德，斬關，狡童，六儀。課義：所謀駔詐，妻財最怕，夜貴在日，晝貴居夜。

This lesson has six types: "Re-examination Lesson" refers to a situation where there are multiple instances of being overcome, requiring careful consideration to determine the correct use; "Moistening Down Lesson" occurs when the three transmissions form the water trinity of Shen-Zi-Chen, indicating the nature of water flowing downward; "Encouraging Virtue Lesson" is when the nobleman is located at the卯 or酉 position, indicating the need to cultivate virtue; "Breaking the Gate Lesson" is when the Tiangang (Chen) initiates the transmission, showing a forceful breakthrough; "Cunning Youth Lesson" indicates improper relationships between men and women and youthful misconduct; "Six Instruments Lesson" is when the deity of the beginning of the ten-day period enters the lesson, like the ceremonial attendants of the ten-day period. The lesson meaning states: the matters intended are full of deceit, most fearing harm to wife and wealth; the day nobleman is in the night position, and the night nobleman is in the day position, with both noblemen misplaced.

解曰：日干之水孟脫支申之氣，而反被墓干支上之辰，是所謀皆欺詐而不實也。三傳水局與日同類，有妨妻財。歌云：日干同類入傳中，財帛冰消妻妾凶者是也。巳乃日貴，居於夜地。卯乃夜貴，居於晝方。兩貴蹉跌，事多參差也。未乘太陰加亥，主小兒婚姻。

The day stem is Ren water, which originally drains the energy of the day branch Shen metal. Now it is instead buried under the dry branch Chen, which is the water tomb, and is collected above the stem and branch. Therefore, all schemes are false and full of deceit. The three transmissions form the water triad of Shen-Zi-Chen, which shares the same element as the day stem, leading to competition for wealth and harm to wife and money. The verse says, "When the day stem is of the same type in the transmission, wealth disappears and wife and concubine suffer misfortune," which describes exactly this situation. Si is the nobleman of the day, but now it is in the position of the night; Mao is the nobleman of the night, but now it is in the position of the day. Both noblemen are misplaced and thus things are often inconsistent. The soil of Wei, riding on Tai Yin, is placed on Hai, indicating matters concerning the marriage of a child.

斷曰：此重審之卦，局名潤下。末辰二土比和，晝將龍蛇同類，主喜慶之事，重見疊出。貴人立酉，亦名勵德。天罡臨支，亦名斬關。君子升遷，宵人遠遁。夜占為狡童之格，有玷倫常也。水歸冬旺，若遇其時，百事遂意。

This is a "Chong Shen" divination, with the three transmissions forming a pattern called "Run Xia." The final transmission, Chen, harmonizes with another earth deity without conflict. During the day, the "Qing Long" and "Teng Snake" belong to the same category, indicating consecutive and overlapping joyful events. The Heavenly Nobleman is positioned at You, making this pattern also known as "Li De"; the Tiangang Chen earth deity is located at the day branch, making it also called "Zhan Guan." A gentleman divining this would indicate promotion and official advancement; a petty person divining it would suggest fleeing far away. If divined at night, it becomes the "Jiao Tong" pattern, which implies a suspicion of violating human relationships and moral standards. Water is strong in winter, so if divined during winter, all matters will be fulfilled as desired.

天時：行雨，沾足。家宅：近水占。婚姻：主小兒結婚，餘晝占和合，夜占不正。胎產：主婢妾私孕。功名：有成。求財：難得。投謁：防笑中有刀。疾病：難愈。失脫：難獲，逃亡自歸。出行：多見周折。行人：留戀他方。爭訟：任彼詐謀，終歸無用，靜以待之。兵戰：得勝。

Heavenly conditions: It will rain heavily. Family residence: The house is near water. Marriage: It indicates that a younger relative will marry; in other cases, if divined during the day, it indicates harmony, but if divined at night, the matter involves something improper. Pregnancy: Indicates a servant or concubine is secretly pregnant. Achieving fame and status: It can be achieved. Seeking wealth: It is difficult to obtain. Visiting someone: Be cautious of someone who smiles but has hidden intentions. Illness: It is difficult to recover from. Loss: It is difficult to retrieve, and those who have run away will return on their own. Travel: There will be many obstacles on the way. A traveler: He is fond of staying in a foreign place and refuses to return. Disputes: Allow the other party to use any deceitful tactics, but ultimately they will be of no use; just wait quietly. Warfare: It is possible to win.

畢法云：合中犯煞蜜中砒，貴人蹉跌事參差，后合占婚豈用媒。課經云：一日內全無順貴人者，凡告貴竟無相允意，不宜進前，進則反挫。玉成歌云：三傳帶合需求事，類就其干眾所占。

The "Bifa Fu" says: "When a conjunction is tainted by malevolent forces, it is like砒霜 mixed into honey." This means that within the Liu He, there is an Inauspicious Sha, just as砒霜 is mixed into honey. "When noblemen are misplaced, affairs become disorderly." This indicates that two noblemen are out of place, causing confusion and disorder in matters. "When Heavenly Empress and六合 appear together in a marriage divination, a媒人 is not needed." This means that when Heavenly Empress and Liu He are both present, a媒人 is unnecessary for marriage. The "Ke Jing" states: If there are no noblemen in the correct order within a day, then any appeal to a nobleman will not be responded to, and it is not advisable to proceed further, as advancing would lead to setbacks. The "Yucheng Ge" says: When the three transmissions are accompanied by Liu He and there is a matter to be pursued, the category should be determined based on the day stem, indicating a matter involving many people.

課體：涉害，度厄，四絕。課義：午被擠排，夜損妻財，惟妨長上，手足防災。

This lesson has three types: "Involved Harm Lesson" occurs when there are many instances of mutual control, and one must compare the depth of each instance of harm, selecting the one suffering the most severe damage as the initiating transmission; "Crossing Obstacles Lesson" requires first overcoming one major disaster; "Four Extinctions Lesson" occurs when the god riding the horse is located in an extinction position, indicating a complete interruption of energy. The lesson meaning states: the fire at noon is squeezed and pushed by the upper and lower positions; during the night, the wife's wealth is damaged; especially harmful to superiors and elders, and brothers and siblings should also be cautious of disasters.

解曰：干上是午，發用亦是午，兩午皆日之妻財。晝天后，夜元武，皆日之同類，既遭夾克，又臨絕地。夜遇為真元武，尤有損於妻財也。申為長生父母，而臨中傳丑墓，午既克申，丑又墓之。申長生無氣，上乘夜虎，非長上之災而何。

The day stem is壬 water, and the upper position is午 fire. The initial transmission is also午 fire. Both午 fires are things that the壬 water can overcome, and they are both considered妻财. In the daytime divination,午 is occupied by「Heavenly Empress」, and in the nighttime divination, it is occupied by「Black Tortoise」. These two heavenly generals belong to water, the same as the day stem壬 water, and they will come to compete for the妻财. Moreover, the午财 is being restricted by both above and below, and it is in the绝 position. In the nighttime divination,「Black Tortoise」is occupying water and is in charge, which is the real「Black Tortoise」, causing especially severe damage to妻财. The申 metal is originally the long life of壬 water, symbolizing parents, but now it is on the丑 in the middle transmission. 丑 is the墓 of metal. Since午 fire is overcoming申, the丑 earth also buries it. The申, which is the long life, has no life qi, and on top of it is「White Tiger」in the nighttime divination. This is not something else but a disaster for the superior elder.

斷曰：此涉害之卦，亦名度厄。三下賊上，不利尊長。凡事險阻艱難，必歷盡風霜，方得生機萌動。日上陰陽相害，支上陰陽相合，主他人投分，自家失和。況初遭夾克，全不由己。占者務須養晦深藏，知機引退，庶得絕處逢生。

This is a "She Hai" divination, also known as "Du E." The three lower deities harm the upper deities, which is unfavorable for family elders. All matters are fraught with difficulties and obstacles; one must endure hardships and trials before there is any chance of success. On the day stem side, the yin and yang spirits are mutually harmful, while on the day branch side, the yin and yang spirits are mutually harmonious. Therefore, outsiders are willing to befriend and associate with the person, but within the family, there is a loss of harmony. Moreover, the first transmission is trapped between upper and lower constraints, making it impossible to take the lead. Those who receive this divination must remain humble, conceal their abilities, and withdraw when the opportunity arises, only then can they hope to find salvation in desperate situations.

天時：久雨則難晴，求雨雨亦小。家宅：主有文書口舌之事，宅舍借人作踐。婚姻：美中不足。胎產：利七月，占生女吉，男防不育。功名：有奇遇終未顯達。求財：有財，亦為他人費盡，己不能主。

Heavenly Conditions: After a long period of rain, it is difficult for the weather to clear up. If one prays for rain, the rain will be very light. Home: There will be disputes over documents and verbal conflicts. The house is rented out to others and is damaged. Marriage: Although it is good, there are always some shortcomings. Pregnancy and childbirth: Asking about the seventh month is favorable. If it is for a daughter, it is auspicious; if it is for a son, there is a need to be cautious about raising him. Achieving fame and status: There will be unexpected opportunities, but ultimately one will not achieve prominence. Seeking wealth: There is indeed wealth, but it is all spent on others, and one cannot make decisions about it oneself.

疾病：不利尊長，作福可挽。失脫：不見，逃者捉歸。出行：投人歡洽，正二月不利出門。行人：占長輩即歸。爭訟：主為盜田土之事，有意外昭雪，或得貴力取勝。兵戰：不利。

Disease: It is not favorable for superiors, but prayers and rituals can still bring good fortune and reverse the situation. Loss: Objects cannot be found, but people who have run away can be captured back. Travel: Going to visit someone will be welcomed and treated kindly, but it is not suitable to go out in the first and second months. Traveler: Asking about an elder, the person will return immediately. Dispute: It is mostly about theft of land, there may be unexpected clearing of the case, or winning by relying on the help of a nobleman. Warfare: Unfavorable.

畢法云：初遭夾克不由己，人宅坐墓甘招晦，三傳遞生人舉薦。課經云：丑為腹，午胎在丑下，為腹胎格。訂訛云：仕者占此，主事從鄰邑發動，山鵲合群，同氣相親之兆。神將吉，因動成喜；神將凶，面合心離。

The "Bifa Fu" says: "At the beginning, being sandwiched between Jia and Ke, one cannot act on one's own will," meaning that the first transmission is trapped between Jia and Ke, and the matter is not under one's control; "The person and the dwelling are seated under the墓神, which invites gloom," meaning that both the person and the dwelling are located under the Tomb Spirit, and thus can only suffer from bad luck; "The three transmissions pass on to each other, and someone will recommend the person," meaning that the three transmissions generate each other, and someone will come forward to recommend the person. The "Ke Jing" says: "The earthly branch Chou represents the abdomen of a person, and Wu, which is the胎神, is located under Chou, so it is called the 'Abdominal胎格'." The "Ding'e" says: When an official receives this divination, the matter often starts from nearby prefectures and counties, like a group of mountain magpies gathering together, which is a sign of mutual affinity; if the riding heavenly general is auspicious, then good fortune will arise from this movement; if the riding heavenly general is inauspicious, it means that although there is an appearance of agreement, there is actually a lack of harmony within.

課體：反吟，無依，知一，勵德，元胎。課義：交居先絕，前脫後脫，元合晝逢，兩貴不悅。

This lesson has five types, besides the already mentioned "Lide" lesson. "Fanyin lesson" is when the gods in the Heaven and Earth discs are in conflict, causing matters to go back and forth. "Wuyi lesson" is when all four lessons are in mutual conflict, lacking support. "Zhiyi lesson" is when among the multiple conflicts, the one that shares the same type as the day stem is chosen for the initiating transmission, showing a focus on one thing. "Yuantai lesson" is when the initiating transmission falls in the four first months (Yin, Shen, Si, Hai), indicating the beginning of energy movement. The lesson meaning says: the position of crossing vehicles first falls in a place of decline; the first and final transmissions are one before the other, both draining my energy; the Black Tortoise and Liu He both steal energy; the two noblemen are each being overcome, and neither is happy.

解曰：支於交居絕地而寅發用，則支為先絕。但初末皆寅，前後盜脫日干之氣。申晝乘六合，亦能脫干。兩寅乘元武，尤為盜氣也。日貴巳乘亥，亥水克巳火。夜貴卯乘酉，酉金克卯木。兩貴受克，其不悅宜矣。支上寅作盜氣，乘元必家人作盜。

The day branch is at a place where it meets the vehicle, and it is precisely in the绝 (decline) position. The initial transmission is寅 wood, so the day branch first cuts off itself. Both the initial and final transmissions are寅 wood, one before and one after, continuously draining the energy of the day stem壬 water. The申 metal in daytime divination is riding on「六合」, which belongs to wood, and thus also drains my energy. On top of the two寅 woods,「元武」 is also riding, and since「元武」 is the thief god, it steals energy even more. The nobleman in daytime is巳, but it is now on亥, and亥 water overcomes巳 fire; the nobleman in nighttime is卯, but it is now on酉, and酉 metal overcomes卯 wood: both noblemen are injured, naturally not happy. The寅 wood on the day branch is both the thief god and riding「元武」, so it must be a family member stealing.

斷曰：此無依之卦，用稱知一，格合元胎。貴臨卯酉，亦名勵德。課體反覆不寧，凡事不可煩擾黷亂。宜上愛其下，下敬其上，息爭去怨，自然福至災消。干支皆賊，其上兩陰神又皆克其下，反吟四孟，曰絕元胎。寅巳申亥，復相穿害，可不慎哉。

This is a "No Support" lesson, using the method called "Knowing One," and the structure also matches "Original Embryo." The nobleman is present at the卯 and酉 positions, so it is also called "Encouraging Virtue." The entire lesson pattern is repeatedly turbulent and unsettled, so nothing should be disturbed or caused further chaos. Those in higher positions should care for their subordinates, while those in lower positions should respect their superiors. Calm disputes and eliminate grievances, and blessings will naturally come, while misfortunes will naturally dissipate. The day stem and day branch are both attacked by thieves; their two upper yin spirits also attack their lower spirits. The four young positions all reverse chant, which is called "Cutting Off the Original Embryo." The寅, 巳, 申, and 亥 positions also mutually clash and harm each other, so how can one be careless?

天時：晝占有雨，夜占為電、為風。家宅：主有原主加價，宜與結絕。婚姻：主佳兒佳婦，惜為強暴阻隔，難合。胎產：忌正月占，防胎損不實。功名：晝占吉，夜占反覆。求財：主交關奴僕刑獄之事，先失後得。

Heavenly Time: If you ask about rain during the day, it is favorable; if you ask about thunder and lightning or strong winds at night, it is unfavorable. Family Residence: The original owner of the property may come to demand a higher price, so it is best to settle the matter once and for all. Marriage: The man and woman are both excellent partners, but they are obstructed by a strong and rude person, making it difficult for them to unite. Pregnancy: It is inauspicious to ask about pregnancy in the first lunar month, as there is a risk of harm to the fetus or an unstable pregnancy. Official Rank: Asking during the day is favorable, but asking at night indicates uncertainty and fluctuation. Seeking Wealth: It is often related to matters involving buying and selling servants or resolving legal disputes, with loss preceding gain.

疾病：占妻及老人、小兒不吉，餘反覆，主飲食不進。失脫：將露。出行：宜為告貴結舊事，不宜為謀祿出。行人：在道。爭訟：宜和。兵戰：無利，宜息。

Disease: Divination concerning the wife, the elderly, and children is unfavorable; for others, the illness will be recurrent and the person will lose appetite. Loss: The lost item's whereabouts will soon be revealed. Travel: It is favorable to go out in order to seek help from a nobleman or to settle old matters, but unfavorable to travel far in pursuit of official positions. Traveler: The traveler is already on the way home. Dispute: It is favorable to reconcile. Military conflict: There is no benefit, and it is advisable to cease hostilities.

畢法云：兩貴受克難干貴，彼此猜忌害相隨。課經云：十月占寅為月將，照破元武，最宜擒賊，或乘天空尤佳。精蘊云：此課是為交車合財，惟宜以財交涉。又絕神作日財，宜結絕財物事。

The *Bifa Fu* says: "When both noblemen are harmed, it is difficult to seek help from the nobleman," meaning that the nobleman of both day and night is injured, making it hard to rely on the nobleman to accomplish matters. "Each suspects the other, causing mutual harm" refers to mutual suspicion and harm between the two sides. The *Ke Jing* says: In October, when the tiger (寅) is the month general, the light of the month general can reveal the hidden black tortoise, making it most suitable for capturing thieves. If the black tortoise is also riding the "sky," it is even better. The *Jing Yun* says: This hexagram involves a meeting of the carriage and a combination that brings wealth, suitable only for dealing with matters involving money. Furthermore, the absolute spirit acts as the wealth hexagram of the day stem, suitable for concluding matters involving money.

課體：元首，斬關，天罡。課義：墓干墓支，人晦宅晦，動則災危，三傳不美。

The lesson pattern is the original head and the cutting gate, plus the "Tiangang lesson" — taking the Tiangang star Chen as the initiating transmission. The lesson meaning says: the tomb god covers both the day stem and the day branch, so the person's head is confused and the house is also confused; any movement brings disaster and danger; throughout the three transmissions, from beginning to middle to end, there is no good place.

解曰：辰為水墓，丑為金墓，今干壬支申，各居本墓之下。經云：墓覆日辰，人宅昏沉是也。三傳屢動而進，初逢墓鬼，中逢敗氣，末逢脫氣，步步生災，時時危厲，謂之美也得乎。

The branch Chen is the storage for water, and the branch Chou is the storage for metal; now the day stem Ren belongs to water and the day branch Shen belongs to metal, and both are exactly resting upon their respective storage positions. The Classic of Divination says, "The storage god covers the day stem and day branch, causing both person and dwelling to be dull and unprosperous," which refers precisely to this type of divination. The three transmissions proceed continuously forward: the first transmission meets the storage god along with the official ghost, the middle transmission meets the bathing and declining energy, and the final transmission meets the leaking god. Each step brings another layer of disaster, and at every moment there is danger. How can such a sequence of transmissions be considered favorable?

斷曰：此元首之卦，亦名斬關，日墓覆日，辰墓覆辰，上下昏蒙，人宅屯晦。義辰加壬為用，是辰之華蓋作日之墓神。凡占身位，多見蹭蹬。反賴日墓坐空，天后並臨，與我同類當時陰助。占者總宜廣積陰功，見機時動。遇危疑交戰之地，惟理是順，則合元首之吉，大服群情。常人占之，亦得逃災脫禍。

This is the "Yuan Shou" lesson, also known as "Zhan Guan." The day stem's墓 is covered by the day stem, and the day branch's墓 is covered by the day branch, resulting in a dark and gloomy situation, with both the person and the house being trapped and obstructed. Taking the辰 and placing it on the壬 to initiate the transmission, it uses the辰 star, known as "Huagai," as the墓 deity for the day stem. When questioning one's own situation, it is mostly full of hardships and obstacles. Fortunately, the day stem's墓 falls in the Kongwang position, and the Heavenly Empress is also present. The Heavenly Empress belongs to water, which is the same as me, and thus assists from the shadows. Those who receive this lesson should prioritize accumulating Yin Virtue and act when the timing is right. In situations of danger and difficulty, or when there is conflict between parties, following reason and adapting accordingly aligns with the auspicious meaning of the Yuan Shou lesson, allowing the people to be convinced. Even ordinary people who receive this lesson can avoid misfortune.

天時：春季占大雨。家宅：主塵暗弊陋，婦人爭權。婚姻：主女性悍潑，不宜。胎產：主繫鬼胎，有驚。功名：主有意外遭際，為人所破。求財：難得，得即耗於女人。

Heavenly circumstances: In spring, there will be heavy rain. For the household: the house is dusty and dim, old and shabby, with the woman in the house fighting for authority. For marriage: the woman is fierce and domineering, not suitable for marriage. For pregnancy: there are mostly false pregnancies, and there will be a frightening experience. For official rank: there will be unexpected encounters, but someone will interfere and ruin it. For seeking wealth: it is difficult to obtain, and even if obtained, it will be spent on women.

疾病：先重後輕，主昏暈否塞。失脫：難獲。出行：謁貴無益，利南方，勿近婦人。行人：不來，在彼處不如意。爭訟：事因陰人起，或爭墳地，宜解散吉。兵戰：主軍中有陰氣，威不能振，且不寧。

Disease: The condition is severe at first and then becomes lighter; the symptoms include dizziness and blurred vision, and blockage of qi flow. Loss: The lost item is difficult to recover. Travel: Going to pay homage to a nobleman is not beneficial; it is better to go south, and on the way, do not approach women. A traveler: He will not return; he is not content in that place. Dispute: The matter is caused by a woman, or it is about fighting over a burial ground; it is auspicious to resolve the dispute through mediation. Military conflict: There is a gloomy atmosphere within the army, the military morale is not high, and the soldiers are restless.

畢法云：首尾相見始終宜，干墓並關人宅廢；干支乘墓各昏迷，華蓋覆日人昏晦。課經云：傳墓入墓，自明投暗，如人下井，一腳深於一腳。玉成歌云：墓神加日身災滯。又云：斬關遊子身當動。

The "Bifa Fu" says: "The beginning and end meet, indicating a favorable start and conclusion," meaning the first and final transmissions correspond with each other, and the matter has a beginning and an end. "The day stem and its墓神 are together with the斩关, indicating people and their homes are abandoned," meaning the Tomb Spirit of the day stem and the斩关 appear together, causing people and their homes to be ruined. "The day stem and day branch each ride the墓神, leading to confusion on both sides," meaning the day stem and day branch each have the Tomb Spirit, resulting in confusion on both sides. "The Huagai star covers the day stem, causing people's affairs to be obscured," meaning the Huagai star covers the day stem, making human affairs dark and unclear. The "Ke Jing" says: when the three transmissions enter the墓神 and descend into the墓, it is like a person going down a well, step by step deeper into darkness. The "Yucheng Ge" says: when the Tomb Spirit presses upon the day stem, the person suffers misfortune and encounters obstacles; it also says: when encountering the斩关, a traveler should set out.

課體：重審，曲直。課義：刑害無禮，脫空後至，夜將賴傳，晝占弛廢。

The lesson pattern is a re-examination, combined with the "Curved and Straight" pattern—the three transmissions form the wood triad of Hai, Mao, and Wei, which embodies the nature of wood being curved and straight, ascending upward. The lesson meaning states: the conflict between Zi and Mao, and the harm between Shen and Hai, lead to mutual loss of propriety and injury; followed by the leakage of energy and the void; if the divination is done at night and the heavenly general belongs to earth, it can still be relied upon as the wood triad controls it; but if the divination is done during the day, the void is again occupied by the void, leading to everything being slack and neglected.

解曰：子卯相刑而賓主不投，申亥相害而彼此猜忌。中傳旬空，末傳坐空，而復脫干之氣。刑害既在其前，脫空又隨其後，何利之有。夜占將皆土，屬與三傳木局，反有剋制之官，晝占則空上乘空，空脫馳廢，何可當也。

The trigrams Zi and Mao form the Punishment of Impropriety, indicating that the host and guest are not in harmony. The trigrams Shen and Hai are mutually harmful, suggesting mutual suspicion between the host and guest. The Middle Transmission falls in the旬空, and the Final Transmission is also in the Kongwang. Moreover, both are draining the energy of the Day Stem Ren water. With punishments and harms ahead and depletion and emptiness following, there is no advantage to be gained. When the divination is done at night, the Heavenly Generals are all of earth type, opposing the wood trinity of the Three Transmissions. Wood can overcome earth, thus providing a restraining force against the official ghost. However, when the divination is done during the day, the Kongwang is again overlaid with Kongwang, resulting in both emptiness and depletion. Everything becomes slack and neglected, making it impossible to bear responsibility.

斷曰：此重審之卦，合曲直之局，事多不順，或起婦人，先屈後伸，始難終易。蓋木以水為根，水日雖與局相宜。然亦盜日之氣。又況刑害錯見，空脫相隨。凡百謀為，鮮能遂意。君子知機而動，縱使吉事未成，亦得凶事消散也。

This is a "Chongshen" divination lesson, with the three transmissions forming the "Quzhi" wood pattern. Matters tend to be unsmooth, often originating from women; one first suffers委屈 and then eventually gains relief, starting with difficulty and ending with ease. Wood relies on water as its foundation; when the壬 water day stem is involved in a wood pattern, it is naturally suitable. However, excessive wood may reverse to steal and drain the energy of the day stem. Moreover, punishments and harms are intermingled, with empty voids and energy leakage following closely. Any endeavor is unlikely to meet expectations. A gentleman who can discern the right moment to act can, even if good things are not accomplished, prevent or dissipate misfortune.

天時：有風而雨少。家宅：主有口舌文書之事，防小人。婚姻：夜占吉，宜緩成。胎產：主婢生子，防有虛驚。功名：試者可高第，仕宦防章劾。求財：多耗散，若係子息幼輩之財，獲利必倍。

Heavenly Conditions: There will be strong winds but little rain. Family Home: There may be disputes over words and legal disputes, be cautious of small people. Marriage: If divined at night, it is favorable; it is advisable to proceed slowly and carefully. Pregnancy: It indicates the birth of a female child, be careful of a false alarm. Career: Those taking an exam may rank high, but officials should beware of being accused in a memorial. Seeking Wealth: There will be much loss, but if the wealth comes from children or younger relatives, the profit will certainly be doubled.

疾病：主肝氣傷脾，或眩暈，新病凶。失脫：主奴婢盜竊，在道路深林。出行：宜緩。行人：占幼輩立至。爭訟：主口舌田土之事，宜解散。兵戰：無大功，安營不宜近林木。

Disease: The illness indicates liver qi rising and injuring the spleen and stomach, or dizziness and vertigo, with a dangerous new illness. Loss: The lost item was taken by a servant or maid, and is hidden by the roadside or in the deep forest. Travel: It is suitable to travel slowly. Traveler: The person being asked about is a younger relative, and will arrive immediately. Dispute: The dispute is mostly about words and land, and it is suitable to resolve the dispute through harmony. Warfare: No great achievements can be made, and the camp should not be set near the woods.

畢法云：賓主不投刑在上，人宅皆死各衰羸，合中犯煞蜜中砒。課經云：胎坐長生，大宜占孕，不利占產。神應經云：壬申日，末傳見卯是旬丁，為子息之財。三車一覽云：朱雀作日鬼，雖不臨干，如臨年命，亦作雀鬼格，防有彈章。

The "Bifa Fu" says: "The guest and host do not match, with the superior god being in conflict," meaning that the superior god is in conflict with the other, and the host and guest are not in harmony; "both person and dwelling are in death qi, each in decline," meaning that the day stem and day branch are both under death qi, and both person and dwelling are weak; "a harmful spirit is mixed within the六合, like砒霜 mixed in honey," meaning that a harmful spirit is mixed within the Liu He, like砒霜 mixed in honey. The "Ke Jing" says: the Fetal Spirit is seated above the Growth, which is most suitable for divining about pregnancy, but not suitable for divining about childbirth. The "Shen Ying Jing" says: on the Renshen day, if the Final Transmission shows卯, then卯 is the丁神 of this旬, belonging to the wealth of the子孙 route. The "San Che Yi Lian" says: if the Vermilion Bird acts as the官鬼 of the day stem, even if it is not directly on the day stem, as long as it is on the person's行年 or本命, it is still considered the "Qu Ge" pattern, and one should beware of impeachment petitions.

課體：彈射，不備，元胎。課義：晝占必失，家道寂寞，惟宜俯就，兩貴無力。

The lesson pattern is incomplete and in its original state, combined with the 'shooting arrow' pattern—where the four lessons do not directly attack but remotely attack the day stem, like a projectile shooting at me. One must check for the presence of 'projectile' and 'arrowhead' to determine the severity. The lesson meaning states: if questioned during the day, there will certainly be loss; the family affairs will be bleak and desolate; one should only submit oneself and comply with others; both the day and night noblemen are powerless to assist.

解曰：晝占天將，皆是土木。土既克干，木亦脫干。巳□貴人財爻，而旬遁為己。申雖壬水長生，而與亥相害，其有所失必矣。且亥脫支氣，又空上乘空，家道寂寞，不亦宜乎。但亥即壬也，自干加支，以就長生，格名俯就，以尊從卑。始雖艱難，終歸逸樂，凡事勉強而後成也。晝貴巳加寅，夜貴卯加子，皆臨刑地，安得有力以及人乎。

When divining during the day, the Heavenly General is either earth or wood. Earth restrains the day stem壬 water, and wood drains the energy of the day stem. The position of巳 is both a Nobleman and a wealth element, but according to the ten-day cycle calculation, it turns out to be己 earth, which becomes a restraining force. Although申 metal is the long life of壬 water, it is in conflict with亥, leading to inevitable loss. Moreover,亥 drains the energy of the day branch申, and there is another empty position on top of the empty position, resulting in a decline of family fortune, which is natural. However,亥 is the original position of壬, and from the day stem it moves to the day branch to seek long life, forming a pattern called 'humility'. This pattern represents a superior person yielding to an inferior one; although the beginning is difficult, the end will be peaceful, and everything must be forced through to succeed. The day's Nobleman巳 is placed on寅, and the night's Nobleman卯 is placed on子, both in positions of mutual conflict, leaving no strength to help others.

斷曰：此彈射之卦，晝得貴人，土為有丸，凡事亦有力。但干支耗洩，貴人失地，苟或妄求，得不償費。喜日上為支馬，支上為日祿，而陰神及用，皆作財神，順以應之，富貴可卜也。

This is a "Projectile" divination. When divining during the day, one receives the favor of a nobleman. The Heavenly General belongs to the earth element. Even though there is a projectile on the bow, all matters still have strength. However, both the day stem and day branch are in a state of consumption and leakage, and the nobleman has lost its proper position. If one seeks beyond one's means, the gain will not match the cost. Fortunately, the day branch is the post-horse of the day stem, and the day stem is the禄神 of the day branch. Moreover, the hidden god and the initiating transmission god both act as wealth gods. By following this trend, wealth and honor can be expected.

天時：晴雨調勻。家宅：人丁不旺，防有暗盜。婚姻：和合中又見相破。胎產：主私合婢孕。功名：待時而行。求財：失而復得，得而復失。投謁：外合內離。疾病：暴病即愈，久病難瘥。失脫：難獲，逃人不歸。出行：不利；行人：庚申日必至。爭訟：有解，憂疑消散。兵戰：多虛少實。

Heavenly conditions: The weather is suitable, with neither excessive rain nor drought. Family affairs: The household is not thriving, and there is a risk of theft from within. Marriage: There is harmony, but there is also mutual conflict. Pregnancy: It is mainly due to a secret relationship between the master and a servant. Achievements: It is advisable to wait for the right opportunity before taking action. Seeking wealth: Losses are followed by gains, and gains are followed by losses again. Seeking an audience: There is an appearance of agreement, but there is actually a lack of closeness. Illness: Sudden illness will recover quickly, but long-term illness is difficult to cure. Losses: Things are hard to recover, and those who have run away will not return. Travel: Unfavorable. Travelers: They will definitely return on Gengshen day. Disputes: They can be resolved, and worries and doubts will disappear. Warfare: There are many who pretend to be strong, but their actual strength is limited.

畢法云：權攝不正祿臨支，富貴干支逢祿馬；人宅受脫俱招盜，空上逢空事莫追。課經云：干支上寅亥作六合，而干支亥申作六害，為外好裡槎芽格。秘要云：蒿矢課見金為有鏃，彈射課見土為有丸，若傳空亡，名遺鏃失矢。

The *Bifa Fu* says: "The authority is improperly held, and the official's fortune falls on the day branch," meaning the official's fortune is located on the day branch, and the authority is improperly held by someone else; "Meeting the fortune and the post-horse on the day stem and day branch indicates wealth and honor," meaning the day stem and day branch both meet the fortune and the post-horse, indicating wealth and honor; "When both person and residence are weakened, theft is likely," meaning both the person and the residence are drained of energy, making theft likely; "When the empty position meets another empty position, there is no need to pursue the matter," meaning when the empty position is again on an empty position, there is no need to pursue the matter. The *Ke Jing* says: When the day stem and day branch have寅 and亥 forming the Liu He, and the stem and branch itself have亥 and申 forming the six harms, this is called the "External Harmony and Internal Obstruction Pattern," meaning the exterior appears harmonious but the interior is full of discord. The *Mi Yao* says: In the蒿矢 lesson, if the metal god is present, the arrow has an iron tip; in the弹射 lesson, if the earth god is present, the slingshot has a mud ball; if the three transmissions fall on the empty position, it is called "Lost Tip and Lost Arrow," meaning both the tip and the arrow are lost.

課體：重審，間傳，向陽。課義：兩貴共處，病篤可愈，以凶制凶，蛇沖虎去。

The lesson pattern is a combination of review and intermediate transmission, along with "sun-facing lesson" — the three transmissions are Zi, Yin, and Chen, moving from the northern extreme yin place to the eastern yang bright place. The lesson meaning states: the two noblemen of day and night gather together; although the illness is severe, it can eventually be cured; this is achieved by using a malevolent spirit to subdue another malevolent spirit; the final transmission, Chen, with Teng Snake, conflicts with Wu on Xu, thus dispelling the malevolent nature of Bai Hu.

解曰：巳加於卯，乃晝貴臨於夜貴之家。而卯加於丑，亦夜貴歸於真貴之地，所謂兩貴共處也。虎乘財墓覆宅，占病必篤。而所以可愈者，虎為凶神屬金，蛇為凶神屬火。今得末傳辰蛇沖剋戌虎，以凶制凶，其凶自去也。

The trigram Si is placed over Mao, indicating that the nobleman of the day arrives at the residence of the nobleman of the night; Mao is then placed over Chou, meaning the nobleman of the night returns to his original position: this is called two noblemen being in the same place. The white tiger is riding on the wealth爻 and the Tomb Spirit, covering the residence. If one asks about a disease, it is certain to be severe. However, it is still possible to recover because the white tiger is an Inauspicious Spirit belonging to metal, and the teng snake is also an Inauspicious Spirit belonging to fire. Now, the final transmission is on Chen, with the teng snake riding on it. Chen conflicts with Xu, and fire overcomes metal, thus dispersing and overcoming the white tiger on Xu. AInauspicious Spirit is controlling another Inauspicious Spirit, so the凶性 naturally dissipates.

斷曰：此重審之卦，亦為順進間傳。子寅辰為向陽之格，從朔方幽都漸升暢谷。占主自暗入明，初凶後吉。子卯丑戌申寅相刑，申亥卯辰相害，賓主不睦，上下分爭。惟當謹守綱常，力行仁義，雖逢患難，必有變通。

This is a "Chong Shen" (Re-examination) divination, with the three transmissions proceeding in order and sequentially. The steps of Zi, Yin, and Chen together form the pattern of "Xiang Yang" (Facing the Sun), akin to moving step by step from the northern dark land towards the eastern sunrise valley. The divination indicates that the subject moves from darkness into light, beginning with danger but eventually leading to good fortune. However, there are mutual punishments between Zi and Mao, Chou and Xu, and Shen and Yin, as well as mutual harms between Shen and Hai, and Mao and Chen, indicating discord between host and guest, and disputes between superiors and inferiors. Only by strictly observing propriety and morality and earnestly practicing benevolence and righteousness can one surely overcome difficulties and achieve smooth progress.

天時：有雨不足，既雨難晴。家宅：主房屋向東，晝占可獲藏物。婚姻：有兩家女，俱未得成。胎產：男胎，防不實。功名：須貴力交薦，然尚未亨。求財：宜於家中求之，外求難得。投謁：貴在貴家，不遇，遇亦不和。

Heavenly Conditions: Although there is rain, it does not penetrate through; after the rain, it is difficult to clear up. Family Residence: The house faces east, and if asked about finding buried objects during the day, they can be found. Marriage: There are two girls from different families who may be considered, but neither has been arranged yet. Pregnancy: The fetus is male, but one should be cautious of an unstable pregnancy. Achieving Success: One needs the recommendation of a nobleman; currently, it is not smooth. Seeking Wealth: It is better to seek wealth within one's own home rather than outside. Visiting: The nobleman is at another nobleman's house, so it is unlikely to meet; even if met, it would not be harmonious.

疾病：暴病雖危，必愈，久病難瘥。失脫：宜多訪親友。出行：即歸。行人：將到，復有他往。爭訟：有解，利後動。兵戰：不順利，防有意外。

Disease: Sudden serious illness though dangerous, will eventually recover; prolonged illness is difficult to cure. Loss: It is advisable to inquire extensively from relatives and friends. Travel: Went out and will return soon. Traveler: Nearly home, but will change direction to another place. Litigation: Can be resolved, advantageous to act after the other party. Military conflict: Unfavorable, beware of unexpected changes.

畢法云：晝夜貴加求兩貴。課經云：子寅辰有向三陽之象，凡占病癒訟解，人情皆美。心印賦云：子臨四季虎來並，小口頻頻災禍興。又云：元武傳來暗損財，須防盜賊女人乖。

The "Bifa Fu" says: "Day and night, the nobleman should be combined with two noblemen," meaning that the day nobleman and night nobleman overlap, and whenever there is a request, one can rely on two noblemen at the same time. The "Ke Jing" says: when the three transmissions are in the positions of Zi, Yin, and Chen, there is an appearance of moving toward the three yangs; whenever there is a divination about illness, the illness will recover; whenever there is a divination about disputes, the dispute will be resolved; and human relationships will be harmonious. The "Xinyin Fu" says: when Zi is on top of Chen, Xu, Chou, and Wei, and the White Tiger is also present, there will be continuous misfortunes in the family, especially among children; it also says: when the Black Tortoise enters the three transmissions, there will be hidden losses of money, one must guard against thieves and also be cautious of women causing trouble.

課體：元首，連茹，三奇，天網。課義：守之則旺，動遭刃網，牛女宜婚，喜事悵怏。

The Lesson Pattern is the main subject, with three additional types: "Connected Grasses Lesson" refers to the three transmissions whose earthly branches connect head to tail, like pulling out grass by the roots; "Three Marvels Lesson" refers to the three transmissions obtaining the three marvels—Ji, Bing, and Ding—hidden within the ten days; "Sky Net Lesson" refers to the Tiangang spreading out above, like a net enclosing a person. The Lesson Meaning says: staying in one's proper position brings prosperity, but once one moves, one meets blades and nets. The Tai Chang is above Chou and combines with Zi, forming a harmonious relationship, which symbolizes the meeting of the Cowherd and the Weaving Maid, suitable for discussing marriage. However, amidst the joy, there is a touch of melancholy.

解曰：干乘旺水，支乘旺金，各守其旺可也。動而前進，必遭網刃矣。丑乘太常，臨子相合，又為牛女交會，故宜婚姻。但子酉相破，申亥相穿，又且中末傳寅卯，並來會丑而脫日干。喜中反生惆悵，美中不美也。

The day stem is supported by the currently strong water of the zodiac sign zi, and the day branch is supported by the currently strong metal of you. Each should maintain its own strength. If one moves forward, it will certainly meet the heavenly net and the cutting blade. On chou, the Tai Chang is present, which is in conjunction with zi, and in the star chart, it is like the meeting of the ox and the weaver woman, so it is suitable for marriage. However, zi and you are in conflict, shen and hai are in a piercing relationship, and the middle and final transmissions are yin and mao, which all join with chou and thus drain the strength of the day stem gui water. Therefore, amidst joy, there arises a sense of melancholy, and the good thing ultimately remains incomplete.

斷曰：此元首之卦，亦名連茹，居高臨下，順風而呼。又且旬奇發用，號曰玉堂，可謂吉矣。然丑寅卯為陽光將泰，日精未舒，豐有聲名而未蒙實惠也。三傳丑寅卯，遁旬中乙丙丁三奇，所渭尊崇傳內遇三奇，君子占之，官居一品，小人亦可消災。

This is the "Yuan Shou" divination, also known as "Lian Ru." Its momentum is like standing high and shouting with the wind, achieving much with little effort. Furthermore, the odd spirits in the ten-day cycle initiate the transmission, known as "Yu Tang," which is considered auspicious. However, the days of Chou, Yin, and Mao are merely the time when yang energy is about to become smooth, and the sunlight has not yet fully spread out. Therefore, there is only a reputation outside, but the actual benefits have not yet arrived. The three transmissions of Chou, Yin, and Mao, according to the ten-day cycle, correspond to the three marvels: Yi, Bing, and Ding. This is exactly what is called "meeting the three marvels within the transmission." A gentleman who divines this can attain the highest official rank, while an ordinary person can be freed from misfortune and calamity.

天時：雨難得，既雨亦難晴。家宅：主有房屋勾連不寧，防口舌災。婚姻：成就，美中不足。胎產：胎動不寧，易產。功名：始利後偃蹇。求財：可有兩處。投謁：賓主歡洽。

Heavenly Conditions: It is difficult to obtain rain, and after the rain comes, it is hard to clear up. House: The house is connected with others, causing unrest; be cautious of disputes. Marriage: The marriage can be successful, but with some regret. Pregnancy: The fetal energy is unstable, but the delivery will be smooth. Official Career: The beginning is smooth, but later there is stagnation. Wealth: There are two sources of income. Seeking an Audience: The host and guest get along well.

疾病：形壯內虛，靜養無害。失脫：難尋。出行：進中有退。行人：尊長即至，餘遲遲。爭訟：必見官，憂疑解釋。兵戰：晝占可小勝，夜占宜罷息。墳墓：支墓發用，傳遇三奇，晝占青龍臨支陰，營葬吉。

Disease: The person appears strong on the outside but is weak inside; quiet rest and care will be sufficient. Loss: The lost item is difficult to recover. Travel: Going out and then returning. Traveler: If asking about a superior, he will arrive immediately; if asking about others, they will return late. Dispute: It will certainly go to court, and worries and doubts will eventually be resolved. Military conflict: If asked during the day, there will be a small victory; if asked at night, it is advisable to cease fighting. Burial: The day branch's墓神 is used as the initiating transmission, and the three transmissions also meet the three marvels. If asked during the day, the azure dragon is present on the day branch's yin spirit, and both establishing and burying are auspicious.

畢法云：所謀多拙遭羅網，互旺皆旺坐謀宜；水日逢丁財動之，一旬周遍始終宜，尊崇傳內遇三奇。心印賦云：三位相連作三傳，進行千里見回還。課經訂訛云：天網惟利田獵行刑、追逃捕諮，中末見子孫為解網，反凶為吉。

The "Bifa Fu" says: "All plans are clumsy and fall into a net," meaning one encounters a heavenly net, and all endeavors are awkward and constrained; "Interchangeable旺 (prosperous) all are prosperous, sitting and planning is most suitable," meaning both person and dwelling are in a prosperous state, and sitting to plan is most appropriate; "Water day meets Ding, the wealth hexagram moves," meaning on a water day, encountering the Ding deity causes the wealth hexagram to change; "A full ten-day cycle is always suitable from beginning to end," meaning the three transmissions cover the entire ten-day cycle, with a beginning and an end; "Honored and respected, encountering the Three Marvels within the transmission," meaning encountering the Three Marvels within the three transmissions indicates honor and high status. The "Xinyin Fu" says: three consecutive earthly branches form the three transmissions, and after traveling a thousand miles, they will return. The "Ke Jing Ding'E" says: the heavenly net is only beneficial for hunting, execution, pursuing fugitives, and inspections; if the middle and final transmissions contain the子孙 (descendants) hexagram, even if the net is removed, it turns from misfortune to good fortune.

課體：伏吟，自信，天罡，勵德，稼穡，三奇。課義：支干互生，華蓋傷刑，晝夜占病，先重後輕。

This lesson has six types, three of which are new. "Hidden Chant Lesson" is when the Heaven Plate and Earth Plate are the same, and all deities are hidden and motionless. "Self-Confidence Lesson" is a type of Hidden Chant where the deity on the Day Stem initiates the transmission, and one can only rely on oneself. "Cultivation and Harvest Lesson" is when the three transmissions form a earth element pattern of Chen, Xu, Chou, and Wei, which is heavy and slow. The other types, Tiangang, Lide, and Sanqi, have already been seen in previous lessons. The lesson meaning says: the Day Branch and Day Stem mutually generate and support each other; the Huagai star at Chou is in conflict with Xu and Wei; regardless of day or night divination, when asking about illness, the condition is severe at first and then becomes lighter.

解曰：干上丑生酉，支上酉生癸，為支干互生。丑乃干支之華蓋，而與戌未三傳遞刑。蓋於相生之中，復成蒙蔽，則不免彼此昏迷矣。癸日戌乘兩虎，晝夜遇之，占病極凶，先因沖擊不寧而病重，後賴支上酉金重疊，竊敗其氣，病得輕也。

The earthy branch Chou (丑) on the day stem can nourish the day branch You (酉) metal, and the You metal on the day branch can in turn nourish the day stem Gui (癸) water. This is an example of mutual generation between the stem and branch. Chou is also the 'Huagai' star shared by both the day stem and day branch. However, it forms a cycle of mutual punishment with Xu (戌) and Wei (未) in the Three Transmissions. Since Huagai originally means obstruction, it adds another layer of confusion to the generative relationship, causing both people and dwellings to be shrouded in uncertainty. For a Gui day, Xu is considered the official ghost, and whether it is day or night, it is accompanied by the White Tiger. The appearance of two White Tigers is extremely ominous for a divination concerning illness. The patient first became more ill due to the impact of the three punishments, causing mental and physical unrest. Later, the illness was alleviated when the overlapping You metal on the day branch released the energy of the Xu earth.

斷曰：此自信之卦，亦名稼穡。信己之柔，進用於人，土局沉滯，不遇雷神變化。凡事逼迫，不能自由。幸癸日遇之為脫難煞，課體折腰，戌虎中陷，更得重金以洩其怒，可以免災。兼之旬奇發用，上下相生，人宅互旺，春占亨利。

This is the "Self-Confidence" lesson, also known as "Cultivating Crops." One can only rely on one's own weak strength to deal with others; the three transmissions form a earth pattern, which is heavy and obstructive, and there is no thunder god to promote change. Therefore, everything is constrained and one cannot freely act. Fortunately, on a癸 day encountering this pattern is the "Difficulties Dispelling" transmission. The lesson pattern is broken in the middle, with the White Tiger in the戌 position trapped in the center, and heavy metal energy dispersing the earth's fierce power, thus avoiding disaster. Moreover, the odd god in the ten-day cycle initiates the transmission, with mutual generation between upper and lower, benefiting both person and dwelling. If this is divined in spring, everything will be smooth and advantageous.

天時：有云無雨，但見蒸溼，得風而燥。家宅：主閒房寬廣，宜拆賣儲錢備患。婚姻：中平。胎產：防有胎漏，見血終得安。功名：有奇遇後卻平常。求財：先見有利，終少實際。

Heavenly Conditions: Only clouds are present without rain, feeling oppressive and humid, until the wind arises and then it becomes dry and comfortable. Family Residence: An empty house is too spacious, better to dismantle and sell, keeping the money for unexpected needs. Marriage: Ordinary and unremarkable. Pregnancy: Be cautious of bleeding during pregnancy, but seeing blood will ultimately result in safety. Achieving Status: One will encounter an unusual fortune, but afterwards it will return to normal. Seeking Wealth: At first it seems beneficial, but in the end there is not much real gain.

疾病：主脾腎之疾或見血，雖凶無害。失脫：主於喜事中失物，不出家。出行：主孟見貴，未得行。行人：中路被阻，進退兩難。爭訟：主爭競田土，或兄弟以力相傷，防犯刑禁。兵戰：無利，主中道而止。

Disease: The illness affects the spleen and kidney, or there may be bleeding, which seems dangerous but is actually not serious. Loss: The lost items are usually those lost during a celebration, and the objects have not left the family door. Travel: One originally intended to leave, but first encountered a nobleman, and thus could not depart immediately. Traveler: The traveler meets obstacles halfway, and is caught between going forward and retreating. Dispute: It is mostly about fighting over land, or brothers fighting each other, and one should beware of breaking the law. Military conflict: There is no advantage, and it is mostly stopped halfway.

畢法云：賓主不投刑在上，屋宅寬廣致人衰，互生俱生凡事益。精蘊云：三傳自相刑沖，可以凶制凶，名賊捉賊。袖中金云：脫難煞，物極則變，變則通。常人占之，名鯨鯢歸澗。玉成歌云：三刑為鬼入家破，日鬼用扶官職輝。

The "Bifa Fu" says: "The guest and host do not align with punishment above," meaning the upper deity is in conflict with the main deity, and the host and guest are not in harmony; "The house is wide and spacious, leading to decline of people," meaning the dwelling is too spacious, which paradoxically causes a decline in family members; "Mutual generation and mutual support bring benefit to all affairs," meaning mutual generation between the two sides brings benefit to all matters. The "Jingyun" says: if the three transmissions have internal conflicts and punishments among themselves, one can use an Inauspicious Spirit to control another Inauspicious Spirit, which is called "thief catches thief." The "Xiu Zhong Jin" says: this is called "difficulties escape," meaning when things reach an extreme, they will change, and once they change, they will become smooth; for common people who divinate this, it is called "whale returns to the stream," meaning a big fish returns to the deep stream, finding its proper place. The "Yucheng Ge" says: when the three punishments transform into official spirits entering the family, the family's fortune will be broken; if on this day the spirit can receive support, it will instead indicate brilliance in official positions.

課體：蒿矢，退茹。課義：守祿為良，動被傳傷，勿欺蒿矢，晝鏃堅剛。

This lesson has two patterns: "Hao Shi Lesson" occurs when the four lessons do not have mutual overcoming, but the heavenly spirit remotely overcomes the day stem, like an arrow made of reed grass shooting at me, which is weak in force; "Tui Ru Lesson" occurs when the three transmissions' earth branches are connected and proceed in reverse order. The lesson meaning says: it is best to hold onto the禄神 on the day stem, as once you move, you will be harmed by the three transmissions; also, do not underestimate this reed arrow, for when asked during the day it is riding on Tai Yin, equivalent to being fitted with a hard metal tip.

解曰：子為癸祿，臨於日上，守之為良。若棄而動，則被初傳來克矣。況中末午巳疊生初末，日鬼有力，必為所傷。雖卦名蒿矢，而晝占乘太陰，是為矢帶金鏃，其性堅剛，豈可欺其無力，漫然不畏哉。

The "Zi" branch is the禄神 of "Gui water." Now it is directly above the day stem, guarding it is the best strategy. If one ignores the禄神 and acts recklessly, it will be attacked by the first transmission's "Wei earth" official ghost. Moreover, the middle transmission's "Wu fire" and the final transmission's "Si fire" both support the earth, increasing the strength of the official ghost, which will certainly harm me. Although this chart is called "Hao Shi" (Arrow), the arrow is made of reed, but when divining during the day, it is riding on "Tai Yin," which belongs to metal. This is like equipping the arrow with a metal tip, making it sharp and hard. How could one underestimate its strength and fail to guard against it?

斷曰：此遙神剋日之卦，又為逆傳連茹。支陰發用，元無勢力。利主不利客，利小不利大，利後動不利先發。晝占乘太陰，主有欺詐虛誕之事。禍從內起，不可不慎。日上旺祿極美，惜被未害午沖，美中不足。仕宦占之，則為官祿俱顯。

This is a divination lesson indicating a distant god harming the day stem. The three transmissions areretrograde and connected in a chain. The initiating transmission is taken from the hidden spirit of the day branch, which originally has little power. Therefore, it is favorable for the main party but not for the opposing party, favorable for small matters but not for major ones, favorable for those who act later but not for those who act first. Divination done during the day with the influence of Tai Yin suggests that the main party may be involved in deceit, fraud, and falsehoods, and the trouble will originate from within the household, so caution is necessary. The day stem originally has a very strong and prosperous position, but it is unfortunate that it is harmed by the earth element of the hour of Wei and opposed by the fire element of the hour of Wu, resulting in an incomplete good fortune. A person in official position who receives this divination lesson will experience both official rank and salary rising together.

天時：先陰後晴。家宅：人宅俱旺，夜占灶有驚怪。婚姻：宜成，防有破阻。胎產：主生男，遲產。功名：必得顯達，防有罰俸之事。求財：可得，亦防有阻。投謁：和合，有舉薦之兆，防為他人忌擾。

Heavenly conditions: Initially cloudy, then turning clear. Family residence: Both people and the house will receive good fortune, but there may be some strange occurrences around the stove at night. Marriage: Favorable for success, but beware of someone trying to disrupt or hinder. Pregnancy: Indicates the birth of a boy, with the delivery date being later than expected. Achieving fame: Definitely capable of rising to prominence, but beware of being penalized and losing salary. Seeking wealth: Can be obtained, but beware of obstacles along the way. Seeking recommendations: The host and guest will get along well, showing signs of someone recommending, but beware of jealousy and disturbances from others.

疾病：主小恙，無事，辰戌年命者凶。失脫：物難尋，逃自歸。出行：利西北，不利西南。行人：將至。爭訟：有教唆者，目下雖和，後防翻悔。兵戰：泥中有刺，防敵佯輸詐敗，不可追趕。

Disease: It is just a minor illness, not serious, but those whose destiny or age belong to the Earthly Branches of Chen or Xu will suffer misfortune. Loss: Things are difficult to recover, and a person who has run away will return by themselves. Travel: Going to the Northwest is favorable, while going to the Southwest is unfavorable. Travelers: They will arrive soon. Disputes: There is someone behind causing trouble, although there is reconciliation now, one should be cautious of the other party changing their mind later. Military conflict: There are sharp objects hidden in the mud, be careful of the enemy pretending to retreat, and do not rush to chase.

畢法云：旺祿臨身徒妄仟，互旺皆旺坐謀宜。中黃經云：太陰剋日起奸私，終有陰人起訟詞。指南：己丑年五月申將酉時占續絃。干支上下相合，支上生干，女家願嫁。財官旺相，偕老生男。但末助初鬼克害，又財乘旬鬼，必因妻致訟。俱驗。

The "Bifa Fu" says: "When the prosperous and strong stem is on the person, any reckless action is in vain." This means that if the prosperous and strong stem is already on the person, further reckless actions will be futile. "When both person and dwelling are prosperous, it is appropriate to plan and plot." This indicates that if both the person and the dwelling are prosperous, it is suitable to sit and plan. The "Zhonghuang Jing" states that when Tai Yin overcomes the day stem, it will lead to private and improper matters, and eventually a woman will come forward to initiate a lawsuit. The "Zhinan" records an ancient example: in the year Jichou, fifth lunar month, using the Shen general added to You time, someone consulted about remarrying. At that time, the day stem and day branch were in mutual harmony, and the heavenly stem above the day branch was generating the day stem, indicating that the woman's family was willing to marry. The wealth and official stars were both prosperous and strong, indicating that the couple would live together until old age and have a son. However, the final transmission returned to support the initial transmission's official ghost, which then harmed the day stem, and the wealth star was riding on the ghost of the current ten-day period. Therefore, there would inevitably be legal troubles due to the wife later on. This prediction was eventually fulfilled.

課體：蒿矢，回明，間傳。課義：干傳無用，射物難中，晝若占之，蘇寬病訟。

The lesson pattern is "Hao Shi" and "Jian Chuan," combined with "Hui Ming Ke." The three transmissions progress from yin positions in reverse order, gradually turning towards yang brightness, like a waning moon regaining its fullness. The lesson meaning states: both the day stem and the initiating transmission deity are in empty or defeated positions, thus being of no use; using such an arrow to shoot at something will certainly miss. However, if the divination is done during the day, illnesses and legal matters can gradually ease.

解曰：亥值旬空，未為敗地，日上初傳，俱無用也。未為矢，雖有太陰金鏃，而其用既敗，且末傳卯轉克之，則以此射物，必難中也。夜占中末吉將被克，病訟不宜。若晝占則三傳皆生其將，病訟可以蘇寬也。

The day stem's亥 is exactly in the旬空, and the initiating transmission's未 is also in a state of decline, so both the day stem's god and the first transmission are ineffective. The未 in this case acts as an arrow, though it is supported by the Tai Yin metal to serve as the arrowhead, the arrow itself is already ruined. The final transmission's卯 wood then turns around to overcome it. Using such an arrow to shoot at a target naturally makes it difficult to hit. If the divination is done at night, the auspicious generals in the middle and final transmissions are all harmed by the overcoming forces, making it unsuitable for divination regarding illness or lawsuits. However, if the divination is done during the day, all three transmissions instead support the generals they are riding, allowing both illness and lawsuits to be eased and resolved.

斷曰：此蒿矢之卦，亦名間傳。支上發用，不可先動。傳既逆退，格合回明。大忌驟然舉事，不妨隳心懶意以待之，縱有耗失，後必得償。若一著動差，必有崎嶇驚恐也。卯加巳，兩貴相加，事必干涉兩貴。

This is the "Hao Shi" divination, also known as "Jian Chuan." The initiating transmission is derived from the heavenly stem above the day branch, indicating that it is not advisable for me to take the initiative first. Since the three transmissions are in reverse order, the overall pattern corresponds to "Hui Ming." It is most undesirable to act hastily; instead, one should be lazy and keep thoughts light, waiting quietly. Although there may be some losses in the present, they will certainly be compensated in the future. If a wrong step is taken, the path will surely be full of obstacles and surprises. The卯 (Mao) is placed above the巳 (Si), indicating two noblemen, one for day and one for night, overlapping. The affairs involved will certainly relate to both of these noblemen.

天時：久雨則晴，早占雨小。家宅：宅吉，有生助於人。婚姻：不的。胎產：主生女，產母虛。功名：自心懈怠，不乘機會。求財：難得。投謁：不稱意，生悔心。疾病：主虛弱之症，宜大進補劑得效。失脫：不獲，逃之尤蹤。出行：不宜。行人：遲來。爭訟：有解。兵戰：晝吉，夜占有虛驚。

Heavenly Weather: After a long period of rain, the weather will clear up. If consulted early in the morning, the rain will be light. Home: The house is auspicious and will benefit those living inside. Marriage: The prediction is not certain. Pregnancy: It indicates the birth of a daughter, and the mother's body is weak. Achievements: One's heart is lazy, and opportunities are missed in vain. Seeking Wealth: It is difficult to obtain. Seeking Favor: Not satisfactory, and regret will arise afterwards. Illness: It is a weak condition, and a strong dose of nourishing medicine is needed for recovery. Loss: The lost item cannot be found, and those who have run away have no trace. Traveling: Not advisable. Traveler: Will arrive late. Disputes: Can be resolved. Warfare: If consulted during the day, it is favorable; if consulted at night, there will be a false alarm.

畢法云：空上逢空事莫追，水日逢丁財動之，晝夜貴加求兩貴。課經云：回明格，由陰至陽，有缺月漸回之象。事宜遲進，吉事漸成，凶事漸消也。夜占乃死氣作日鬼，乘太常入宅，主有內孝服至。金口訣、雲霄賦云：行商得利逢坤門，灑酒之徵。指掌賦云：未加酉為繼母。

The "Bifa Fu" says: "When Kongwang meets Kongwang again, do not pursue the matter," meaning when Kongwang is on top of Kongwang, there is no need to pursue the matter further; "On a water day, encountering Ding deity signifies movement of wealth," meaning on a water day, encountering the Ding deity indicates movement of the wealth hexagram; "In day and night, nobleman overlaps with nobleman, the subject can rely on both sides," meaning when noblemen overlap in day and night, the subject can rely on both sides. The "Ke Jing" says: the so-called "Huiming Ge" is when something gradually moves from yin to yang, like a waning moon gradually becoming full again; matters should be advanced gradually, good things are completed bit by bit, and bad things gradually dissipate. When divining at night, the dead qi transforms into the day stem's official ghost, riding on Tai Chang into the house, indicating there will be mourning within the family. The "Jinkou Jue" and "Yunxiao Fu" say: merchants traveling to the Kun direction will gain profit, which is a sign of celebrating with wine. The "Zhipang Fu" says: when Wei is on You, it is taken as the image of a stepmother.

課體：涉害，軒蓋，三交，二煩。課義：全傷身宅，戌空午實，元后奪財，彼凶己吉。

The lesson pattern is "involved harm," with three other types: "Xuange lesson," which refers to a high carriage and decorated carriage, symbolizing honor and success; "Sanjiao lesson," where the day and month hosts intersect with the four quarters; and "Erfan lesson," meaning heaven and earth are both confused, indicating harm from the dark to the bright. The lesson meaning states that both self and residence are injured; however,戌 is in Kongwang while午 is solid; the Black Tortoise and Heavenly Empress enclose the wealth element; the result is misfortune to the other party, with no harm to me.

解曰：戌加干克癸為傷身，午加支克酉為傷宅。但戌值空亡。而午受卯生，是戌空而午實也。雖初財乘元武天后，夾克奪之，不為己用。然彼此之凶固在，而我不害其為吉。惟晝占干鬼乘白虎，亦有凶象。

The戌 earth is placed on the day stem and thus overcomes the癸 water, indicating self injury; the午 fire is placed on the day branch and thus overcomes the酉 metal, indicating damage to the residence. However, the戌 is exactly in the旬空, thus losing its strength; while the午 fire receives support from the卯 wood, making it real and effective. Therefore, the戌 is empty and the午 is solid. Although the first transmission's wealth爻 is restrained and overcome by the two阴将, 元武 and 天后, it does not reach me. However, the danger lies on the other side, and it does not affect me as a favorable outcome. Only when the day stem's official ghost is riding the White Tiger during the day, this is a sign of danger.

斷曰：此涉害之卦，亦名三交，本合高蓋乘軒之格。寅申月仕宦占之，可致顯庸。但魁罡繫於丑未，日月宿加四仲，號為天地二煩，有明夷暗傷之象。又午加於酉為死交，凡事不成，進退維谷。占者有德則應吉，無德則應凶也。

This is the "Shehai" divination, also known as "Sanjiao." Originally it conforms to the pattern of Huagai high carriage and riding in a carriage, indicating prominent official status. Those who are officials in the month of Yin or the month of Shen may attain important positions. However, Hekui and Tiangang are connected to the position of Chou and Wei. The day and month rulers also add upon Zi, Wu, Mao, and You, known as "Tian Di Er Fan," which implies the meaning of the Mingyi hexagram where brightness is harmed by darkness. Furthermore, the presence of Wu on You is called "Si jiao," meaning that nothing can be accomplished, and one is caught between difficulties. Those who divinate this pattern will experience good fortune if they have virtue, and misfortune if they lack virtue.

天時：有雨。家宅：主宅有傷破，夜占防有奸私事。婚姻：可用，夜占不宜。胎產：先防不實，若損墮後，次胎得男。功名：正七月占之大吉，六月占之有凶。求財：可得。投謁：宜見貴，賓主和悅。

Heavenly circumstances: There will be rain. Family residence: The house has some damage and decay, and if questioned at night, there is also a need to beware of secret affairs within the family. Marriage: It is advisable to discuss, but not suitable if questioned at night. Pregnancy: First, be careful about an unstable pregnancy; if this child is miscarried, the next child can be a boy. Official position: If questioned in the first and seventh months, it is very auspicious, but if questioned in the sixth month, it is inauspicious. Seeking wealth: It can be obtained. Seeking an audience: It is suitable to visit a nobleman, with harmonious interaction between host and guest.

疾病：重，難愈，主有膿血之災。失脫：主匿他家，難以尋覓。出行：防遇雨，不利正月六月。行人：未至。爭訟：主鬥傷見血，求貴可解。兵戰：不利，宜罷息。

Disease: The illness is severe and difficult to recover from, there will be symptoms of pus and bleeding. Loss: The lost item is hidden in someone else's house and is hard to find. Travel: Be cautious of rain on the road, it is unfavorable in the first and sixth months. Traveler: Has not yet arrived. Dispute: Often arises from fighting and bleeding, seeking help from the nobleman can resolve it. Military conflict: Unfavorable, it is advisable to stop fighting and rest.

畢法云：干乘墓虎無占病，支干全傷防兩損。精蘊云：虎鬼空亡，目前有災，後卻無畏。有官人占之，赴任極速，名催官符，反不宜空。觀月經云：四仲來加仲，發用阿誰先，有救須華蓋，非此罪迷天。

The "Bifa Fu" says: "When the day stem is joined with the墓神 and the White Tiger, do not use it to divinate illness." This means that if the day stem is connected with the Tomb Spirit and the White Tiger, it is not suitable for divination regarding diseases. "When both the day stem and day branch are injured, both the person and the house should be cautious of losses." The "Jingyun" says: When the White Tiger and the official ghost are both in the empty position, although there may be disaster now, it will not be a great concern afterwards. If someone with an official position draws this, they will be appointed to office very quickly, which is called "Cui Guanfu." At this time, it is not advisable for the position to be in the empty position. The "Guang Jingxue" says: When the four central deities are added again on top of the four central positions, which one should be used first for the initiating transmission? To have a saving deity, one must rely on Huagai. Without Huagai, it indicates guilt, confusion, and angering heaven.

課體：元首，從革，不備，回還。課義：晝將生金，傳金育身，回還曲折，皆藉眾人。

The lesson pattern is "original leader and deficiency," with two other types: "From-Revolution Lesson" is when the three transmissions form the metal triad of Si, You, and Chou, and the metal nature follows and transforms; "Return Lesson" is when the four lessons and three transmissions' earth branches cycle among these three but never go beyond, circling back to the original position. The lesson meaning says: the heavenly general riding during the day is of earth nature, which generates the gold of the three transmissions; the gold of the three transmissions then returns to nourish the day stem; this circular and winding process relies entirely on the support of people.

解曰：晝將貴人、勾陳、太常，皆為土屬而生傳金，三傳會成金局而生日癸。課傳俱不離巳酉丑，回還曲折，無往不遇生我之人，可謂多助之至矣。

When divining during the day, the Heavenly General is the Nobleman, Gou Chen, and Tai Chang, all of which belong to the Earth element. Earth generates the metal in the Three Transmissions; the Three Transmissions form the metal triad of Si, You, and Chou, which in turn generate the Day Stem癸 water. The Four Lessons and the Three Transmissions repeatedly revolve around the three elements of Si, You, and Chou. Although the path seems winding and complex, at every step there is someone who supports and benefits me. This can be described as reaching the peak of having many helpers.

斷曰：此元首之卦，局名從革。日德發用，盤珠回還，有和美之象。上下歡悅，交易大通。若歲月日時，皆在四課之上，即合天心之格。事主遠大非常。更得順傳，則為移遠就近，其功立就。但課體不備，又復純陰，陰多昏暗，必須先天後革，靜以待動，陰極生陽，乃得眾金生水，百事昌吉也。

This is the "Yuan Shou" lesson, and the three transmissions form a pattern called "Cong Ge." The virtue god of the day stem initiates the transmission, and the four lessons and three transmissions move smoothly and cyclically like pearls on a plate, showing a harmonious and prosperous appearance. All people above and below are pleased, and trade transactions are very smooth. If the heavenly stem, month builder, day branch, and hour are exactly present in the four lessons, then it conforms to the "Tian Xin Ge" pattern, which indicates great achievements. Combined with a transmission that proceeds in order, it means bringing distant things near, and success will be achieved immediately. However, this lesson's structure is incomplete, and all four lessons consist solely of yin deities, which makes the yin energy too strong and the situation dark and unclear. Therefore, one must first follow the natural course and then seek change, waiting quietly for the right moment to act. When the yin energy is at its peak and yang energy begins to revive, and all metals generate water, all affairs will become prosperous and auspicious.

天時：為密雲不雨之象。家宅：主改故為新，多置別業。婚姻：晝占吉，主至戚締姻。胎產：主女胎，防難產。功名：得人扶，安享不勞。求財：有得醵金為會更佳。投謁：和合。

Heavenly circumstances: the sky is heavily overcast but no rain is falling. Family home: indicates the demolition of an old house and the construction of a new one, or the acquisition of property elsewhere. Marriage: if divined during the day, it is favorable and indicates the formation of a close family relationship through marriage. Pregnancy: the fetus is female, and there is a risk of difficult childbirth. Achieving fame and status: one will receive support from others, and can enjoy success without much effort. Seeking wealth: there will be gains, and if people contribute together to a shared venture, the benefits will be greater. Seeking an introduction or recommendation: the host and guest will get along well.

疾病：主在肺家，及筋骨難愈。失脫：藏山石道途之處。出行：不利，出亦即復還。行人：立至。爭訟：交纏不得解，防刑罰。兵戰：得道者多助，晝占勝，夜占不利。

Disease: The illness affects the lung meridian and also involves the tendons and bones, and is not easy to recover from. Loss: The lost item is hidden among rocks or by the roadside. Travel: Unfavorable, even if one goes out, they will return quickly. Traveler: The traveler will arrive immediately. Litigation: The dispute is complicated and difficult to resolve, and one should be cautious of legal punishment. Military conflict: Those who follow the right path will have many supporters. If the question is asked during the day, victory is possible, but if asked at night, it is unfavorable.

畢法云：彼求我事支傳干，三傳遞生人舉薦。課經：癸巳年七月巳將加酉，巳為太歲，又為月將，又為日貴。晝占乘貴人發用，為龍德課。如龍行雨澤，德及萬物。主君恩及下，萬姓歡忻。心印賦云：丑加巳上乘陰合，貴人舉薦兩相同。

The "Bi Fa Fu" says: "When the other party seeks my affairs, the transmission goes from the day branch to the day stem," meaning the three transmissions proceed from the day branch to the day stem, indicating that the other party is seeking me; "When the three transmissions mutually generate, someone will recommend the person," meaning the three transmissions pass through each other in a cycle of mutual generation, and someone will come forward to recommend the person. The "Ke Jing" records that in the year Guisi, seventh month, using the巳 as the month general placed on the酉, this巳 is both the annual stem, the monthly general, and the day's nobleman; during the day when the divination is made, it is the nobleman that initiates the transmission, forming the "Long De Lesson," like a divine dragon bringing rain, benefiting all things, indicating the monarch's grace reaching down, making the people rejoice. The "Xin Yin Fu" says that when the丑 is placed on the巳 and is accompanied by the Tai Yin and Liu He, there will be a recommendation from a nobleman, and assistance from two places at the same time.

課體：見機，四絕，斫輪。課義：兩貴拱宅，晝傳虎戌，熟視兔蛇，夜不安逸。

The lesson pattern is one of the four extremes, with two additional types: "See Opportunity" is used when the depth of harm is difficult to distinguish, and the four initial heavenly stems are taken to initiate the transmission, acting according to the situation; "Wheel Carving" is when the wood of the ethereal stem Yi in the hour of卯 and the metal of the ethereal stem Geng in the hour of申 combine to form an object, like a wheelwright carving wood into a wheel, requiring long experience to achieve mastery. The lesson meaning says: the two noblemen of day and night surround the residence in the middle; in the three transmissions of the day, there is a white tiger at the hour of戌; one must carefully examine the direction of the rabbit at卯 and the snake at巳; at night, the nobleman is trapped in prison or grave, sitting uneasily.

解曰：夜貴卯臨申，晝貴巳臨戌，拱酉在中。所嫌者，蛇乘日之鬼墓，臨於宅上耳。然而中傳戌虎，可以破墓沖蛇，以凶制凶，凶自散也。但夜貴入於獄墓，為貴人不得安逸，不足恃也。卯亥皆比涉害，卯得四重，亥得五重，宜以亥為用，此即用孟上神為見機之說。酉口日墓臨酉乘蛇，為真墓門開。

In the night, the nobleman is located at the hour of卯 and is placed on the hour of申, while during the day, the nobleman is at the hour of巳 and is placed on the hour of戌. One before the other, they enclose the day branch酉 in the middle. However, the Teng Snake is riding on the day stem's official ghost and the storage god, pressing upon the residence. Fortunately, the middle transmission at戌 is occupied by the White Tiger, which can break open the storage at辰, and the metal can overcome fire to control the snake. Using an Inauspicious Spirit to control another Inauspicious Spirit, the evil energy naturally dissipates. However, the nobleman in the night is trapped in the prison and the storage, and the nobleman himself is not at ease, so he cannot be relied upon for help. Comparing the harm suffered by卯 and亥:卯 is subjected to four levels ofrestrain, while亥 is subjected to five levels. The one suffering more is chosen, so it is appropriate to take亥 as the initiating transmission — this is precisely the principle of changing to take the gods of the four spring months when it is difficult to decide. As for酉, the storage of the day stem is located on酉 and is occupied by the Teng Snake, which is called the true opening of the storage gate.

斷曰：此見機之卦，亦名斫輪。卯中乙木，與申中庚金作合成器；癸日為得舟楫，任重致遠。占官大利，但須先歷艱難，後方遂意。中末皆空，恐有花無果，不宜躁進耳。

This is a "Seeing the Opportunity" divination, also known as "Cutting the Wheel." The hidden Yi wood in the卯 (Mao) and the hidden Geng metal in the申 (Shen) combine, and the wood is shaped by the metal to become an object. A癸 (Gui) water day indicates having oars and boats, capable of carrying heavy loads and traveling far. It is very favorable for seeking official positions, but one must first endure a period of hardship before achieving satisfaction. Unfortunately, both the middle transmission and the final transmission fall into Kongwang, suggesting that although there may be blossoms, there may be no fruit. One must not be impetuous or act hastily.

天時：晝占晴，夜占有雨。家宅：主宅前後，有貴家為鄰，或與前鄰有鬥訟之釁。婚姻：夜占可用，亦恐有阻。胎產：防不實，主女胎。功名：目前有高遷之美，後恐成虛。求財：雖見有得，防落空地。投謁：乘興而往，興盡而回。

Heavenly Time: If you divinate during the day, it indicates clear weather; if at night, it suggests rain. Family Residence: The house has wealthy neighbors nearby, or there may be disputes and litigation with the neighbors. Marriage: Divination at night suggests the possibility of discussion, but there may still be obstacles. Pregnancy: Be cautious of an unstable pregnancy, and it is likely to be a female fetus. Official Rank: There is a good omen for promotion soon, but it may turn out empty in the future. Seeking Wealth: Although it seems there will be gains, be cautious of losing everything in the end. Seeking Favor: Go with enthusiasm, but return empty-handed when the excitement fades.

疾病：行年臨卯者不祥。失脫：有盜者，或藏軍衛勢家。出行：戌亥月日，或西北方利。行人：始發，占弟兄即至。爭訟：晝占不吉，宜知機止息。兵戰：晝占不利主將，夜占可勝，益中有損。

Disease: Those whose age year falls exactly on Mao are not auspicious. Loss and theft: Indeed, someone has taken the item, possibly hiding it in a military camp, garrison, or the home of a powerful and wealthy person. Travel: It is favorable to go in the month of Xu or Hai, or on days of Xu or Hai, or to travel towards the northwest direction. Travelers: They have just set out; if asking about a brother, he will arrive soon. Disputes: If divined during the day, it is inauspicious, and it is advisable to stop and avoid further conflict. Military conflict: If divined during the day, it is unfavorable for the commander; if divined at night, victory can be achieved, although there will be some loss along with the gain.

畢法云：互生俱生凡事益，將逢內戰所謀危。占驗：辛卯三月戌將加卯，占前程曰：太歲乘朱發用，文書必達朝廷。中末財官空陷，貴人空墓，功名必有始無終。支上月建蛇墓剋日，主上臺不足。兩貴拱支，虎鬼沖蛇，以凶制凶，尚可瓦全。

The "Bifa Fu" says: "Mutual generation and mutual support bring benefit to all affairs," meaning that when two things mutually generate each other, all matters will be beneficial; "Heavenly General meets internal conflict, plans are in danger," meaning that the Heavenly General and the god it rides upon fight each other, making the planned affairs dangerous. The recorded divination case: In the year Xinmao, in the third lunar month, the general戌 was placed on the卯. Someone asked about his future. The interpretation said: The sovereign god rides the Vermilion Bird and initiates the transmission, so the documents submitted will certainly reach the court; but the wealth and official signs in the middle and final transmissions fall into empty and buried positions, and the nobleman is also trapped in empty and buried positions, so official rank will certainly start strong but end in failure. The day branch is attacked by the month builder, along with the Teng Snake and burial god, which indicates insufficient support from the superior. Fortunately, the day branch is supported by the nobleman in both day and night, and the White Tiger's official ghost can disperse the Teng Snake, using evil to counter evil, thus can barely preserve the situation.

課體：無依，三交，龍戰，勵德。課義：三傳身宅，夜將相剋，滿目旬丁，門戶動慝。

The lesson pattern is without support, three-way intersection, and moral encouragement, combined with the "Dragon Struggle" lesson—taking the meaning from the sixth line at the top of the Qian hexagram, "the dragon struggles in the fields," indicating the conflict between卯 and酉, and the struggle between yin and yang. The lesson interpretation says: the three transmissions, along with my own position and the position of my residence, plus the heavenly general I ride during the night, all attack me; everywhere I see the spirit of Ding in the ten-day cycle; therefore, there is disturbance between the entrance and the door, leading to evil and disorder.

解曰：身宅三傳，與夜將俱屬土神，群剋日癸，何可當也。卯酉為門戶，而卯為旬丁，今課傳各見兩丁，丁主動搖。滿目旬丁，其為動搖非細，門庭之慝，烏能免哉。或因門戶而財動，或因子息而費財也。卯為夜貴作脫氣，必被貴人脫賺。

The position of the self, the position of the residence, along with the three transmissions, combined with the heavenly general taken during the night, are all earth spirits. They come in a group to overcome the day stem, which is the癸 water. It is hard to bear. The卯 and酉 represent the gate and the door in symbolic terms, and the卯 is also the丁 spirit of this ten-day period. Now, there are two 丁 spirits appearing in the four lessons and three transmissions, making the丁 spirit unstable. Seeing many 丁 spirits leads to great unrest, and how can one avoid evil things within the family? It may be due to matters concerning the gate and door that money is spent, or due to matters concerning children that expenses are incurred. The卯 is the nobleman of the night, yet it is also a spirit that drains my energy. Therefore, one is surely deceived by the nobleman and loses some money.

斷曰：此無依之卦，格合三交，亦名勵德。往來無恆，久動思靜，久靜思動。有失和氣，事必難成。陽前陰後，君子則吉，小人則凶。若人年更立卯酉，為龍戰之象。一生一殺，進退維谷，動有乖離。惟謹身靜守，方可無咎。

This is a "No Dependence" divination, with a structure conforming to "Three Intersections," also known as "Encouraging Virtue." There is no regular pattern, and after prolonged movement one desires stillness, while after prolonged stillness one desires movement. Human relationships are discordant, and matters will certainly not succeed. The Yang spirit is ahead, and the Yin spirit is behind. A gentleman who divines this will find it auspicious, while a petty person will find it inauspicious. If the person's year of birth happens to fall on the卯 (Mao) or酉 (You) branch, it forms the "Dragon Struggle" image, where generation and destruction occur simultaneously, leading to difficulty in advancing or retreating, and any movement brings about discord and dispersion. Only by being cautious and maintaining proper conduct, and by remaining quiet and adhering to one's role, can one avoid blame.

天時：晴雨不常。家宅：宜謹慎門戶。婚姻：不和諧。胎產：主私孕難育。功名：仕者防被參劾，上書被斥，應試不售。求財：得失反覆，多為門戶子孫所耗。投謁：往反不遂意。疾病：或吐瀉霍亂，或寒熱反覆。失脫：得而復失。出行：從貴則宜，餘必反覆。行人：歸當復出。爭訟：紛紜不已，或得貴力可解。兵戰：晝占大勝，事多反覆。

Heavenly Conditions: The weather changes suddenly, alternating between clear skies and rain, with unpredictable changes. Home: Be careful to guard the entrance and doors. Marriage: Husband and wife are not harmonious. Pregnancy: It indicates a secret pregnancy that is difficult to raise up. Official Rank: Officials should be cautious of being accused by others, having their memorial submitted rejected, or failing in exams. Seeking Wealth: Gain and loss alternate frequently, with most of the wealth spent on visiting relatives and children. Seeking Introduction: Efforts to seek introductions are not satisfactory. Disease: Either cholera with vomiting and diarrhea, or fever with chills alternating. Loss and Recovery: Items are found and then lost again. Travel: It is suitable to follow the nobleman, but traveling alone will result in repeated difficulties. Traveler: The traveler returns home and then has to leave again. Disputes: There is persistent conflict, or it can be resolved with the help of the nobleman. Warfare: If questioned about it during the day, there will be a great victory, but the matter is often full of twists and turns.

畢法云：兩貴受克難干貴，制鬼之位乃良醫。課經云：日鬼臨干，卻賴支上食神剋制，或是本家親人能醫，或得家堂祖宗保護。如乘貴人，必得上人除釋過愆，見被禁囚，亦得赦原而免禍。

The *Bifa Fu* says: "When both noblemen are harmed, it is difficult to rely on them for help," meaning that if both the day stem and day branch noblemen are weakened, seeking help from noblemen will not succeed. "The position that controls the official ghost is like a good doctor," meaning that the one who can subdue the official ghost is like a physician who can cure illness. The *Ke Jing* says: When the official ghost is on the day stem, it entirely depends on the food god in the day branch to subdue it; this may indicate that there is someone in the family who knows medicine, or that the ancestors are secretly protecting. If this food god is also accompanied by a nobleman, it certainly means that someone in authority will intervene to clear the offense; even if already imprisoned, one can be pardoned and escape disaster.

課體：知一，度厄，迍福。課義：財官德祿，俱受其克，前後引從，足可解厄。

The lesson pattern is to know one and measure calamity, combined with the "Troubled Fortune Lesson" — in the lesson, both difficulties and blessings are present, and they must be counted one by one. The lesson meaning says: the wealth hexagram, official hexagram, virtue deity, and fortune deity are all attacked and harmed by the lower deity; fortunately, the first transmission is in front leading the way, and the final transmission is behind following, supporting the day stem in the middle, which is sufficient to resolve this heavy calamity.

解曰：未為日鬼臨寅，子為日祿臨未，巳為財德臨子，是四者皆被下賊也。癸課在丑，初傳未加寅，於丑前為引，末傳巳加子，於丑後為從，拱日干中，足可解三賊之厄。

The day stem is癸 water, and 未 is its official ghost. Now it is located on 寅, which is able to overcome it. 子 is the禄神 of 癸 water, located on 未, which is able to overcome it. 巳 is the wealth爻 and virtue deity of 癸 water, located on 子, which is able to overcome it. The official,禄, wealth, and virtue are all being harmed by the lower deity. 癸 day is lodged in 丑, the first transmission is 未 on 寅, which is before 丑, acting as a guide for me; the final transmission is 巳 on 子, which is after 丑, acting as a guardian. One in front and one behind, they enclose the day stem in the middle, sufficient to resolve this triple harm.

斷曰：春占為八迍五福課。用死一迍，寅木太勝二迍，仰丘俯仇三迍，將雀四迍，雀與刑合五迍，子臨未下賊乘虎六迍，子得虛宿，主墳墓哭泣七迍，干蛇支武八迍。初死末相一福，末生初，子投母二福，初雀末貴三福，巳受子克，得貴人救四福，癸德附戊，戊寄丙午臨日五福，占者主先憂後喜。

When this divination is cast in spring, it is called the "Eight Obstacles and Five Blessings" lesson, where eight obstacles and five blessings appear simultaneously. The eight obstacles are: the initiating transmission's spirit is weak due to death qi, one obstacle; the wood of the寅 is strong in spring and too vigorous, two obstacles; the upper support is all tombs and the lower opposition is all enemies, three obstacles; the riding spirit is the Vermilion Bird, which governs disputes, four obstacles; the Vermilion Bird combines with the spirit that is in conflict, five obstacles; the子 is below the未 and is attacked by the未, and it is also riding the White Tiger, six obstacles; the子 is exactly the Emptiness mansion among the twenty-eight constellations, which indicates mourning for the dead, seven obstacles; the day stem is ridden by the Teng Snake and the day branch is ridden by the Black Tortoise, eight obstacles. The five blessings are: although the first transmission is dead, the final transmission receives the phase qi, one blessing; the final transmission returns to generate the first transmission, like a young child running to his mother, two blessings; the first transmission rides the Vermilion Bird while the final transmission rides the Nobleman, which brings favor in official matters, three blessings; although the巳 is overcome by the子 water, there is a Nobleman to save it, four blessings; the virtue spirit of the癸 is attached to the戊, the戊 is lodged in the Bingwu and is on the day stem, five blessings. Therefore, those who cast this lesson will first be troubled and then happy.

天時：風多雨少，不久即晴。家宅：人多意雜，時有不寧。婚姻：可成。胎產：似胎非胎，或是病積，臨產占之，立產。功名：官有升遷之兆，科第大吉，然文字不稱。求財：雖有得，不可過貪。投謁：見喜悅。疾病：不妨。失脫：難獲。出行：主有是非，宜結好伴。行人：占幼輩即至。爭訟：主自家庭而出，或坐窩犯。兵戰：晝占不利，夜占吉。

Heavenly Conditions: There will be much wind and little rain, and the weather will soon clear up. Family Home: There are many people and much talk, each with their own thoughts, causing frequent unrest. Marriage: It can be successful. Pregnancy: It is like being pregnant but not really, perhaps just a mass formed from illness; if asked at the time of giving birth, then delivery will be immediate. Official Rank: Officials show signs of promotion, and the imperial examination is very auspicious, but the writings are not very suitable. Seeking Wealth: Although one may succeed, one should not be too greedy. Seeking an Audience: The person one meets will be very pleased. Illness: There is no serious problem. Loss: It is difficult to recover. Traveling: There will be disputes on the way, so it is best to travel with a companion. A Person on the Way: If one asks about a younger relative, they will arrive immediately. Litigation: The matter arises from within the family, or one may be punished for harboring a criminal. Warfare: It is not favorable to ask during the day, but favorable to ask at night.

畢法云：前後引從升遷吉，彼此猜忌害相隨，將逢內戰所謀危。要覽云：三傳俱下賊上，迤邐克去，名為內戰。占者必有窩犯，訟自家庭而出。惟仕宦則從微至著，大有顯榮。心印賦云：子臨四季虎來並，小口頻頻災病興。

The "Bifa Fu" says: "Before and after leading and following, promotion is auspicious," meaning the first transmission is in front and the final transmission is following, indicating auspicious promotion; "Each side suspects and harms each other, following closely," meaning mutual suspicion and harm; "The general meets internal warfare, the plans are in danger," meaning the heavenly general and the god it rides upon fight each other, leading to danger in their plans. The "Yaolan" says: if all three transmissions are lower gods harming upper gods, and they continue to overcome each other, this is called "internal warfare"; the person who divines this will certainly be involved in harboring criminals, and legal troubles will arise from within their own family. However, if a government official divines this, it will instead mean rising from a low position to a prominent one, bringing great honor. The "Xinyin Fu" says: if the child (representing the person) is on top of the earth branches of chen, xu, chou, or wei, and the white tiger is also present, the family and young members will suffer continuous misfortunes and diseases.

課體：涉害，從革，不備，盤珠。課義：貴財心術，俯就豈逸，晝將生傳，傳金生日。

The lesson pattern is characterized by involvement of harm, transformation, and incompleteness, combined with 'disk bead lesson'—the earthly branches of the four lessons and three transmissions keep turning among only a few positions, like beads rolling in a disk without leaving it. The lesson meaning states: the snake (巳) is both the nobleman and the wealth hexagram, gaining benefit requires cunning; bending oneself to accommodate others, how can there be ease? Fortunately, the day stem's heavenly general belongs to earth, which can generate the metal of the three transmissions, and the metal of the three transmissions turns back to nourish the day stem.

解曰：巳為貴財，臨日旬遁己鬼，其為利也，必由心術致之，可以安守矣。乃動而俯就酉支，旋入支墓，連受敗脫，舍益就損，以是求逸，豈為計之得哉。幸終歸日上，又且晝將純土，生傳之金，而三傳純金復生日也。

The巳 is both the Nobleman and the wealth hexagram of the Day Stem. Now it is located on the Day Stem, but according to the旬遁 calculation, it becomes the Ji earth, which is the official ghost hexagram that controls the Day Stem. Therefore, this benefit can only be obtained through cunning and skill. Once obtained, one should remain modest and proper. Unfortunately, it moves to the酉 of the Day Branch, then falls into the storage of the Day Branch. It is continuously weakened by the败气 and泄气, which is like abandoning something beneficial for something harmful. Trying to seek comfort in this way is not a wise calculation. Fortunately, the three transmissions finally return to the Day Stem. During the day, the heavenly general is purely the earth deity, which generates the metal of the three transmissions. The pure metal of the three transmissions then returns to nourish the Day Stem癸 water.

斷曰：此涉害之卦，局合從革，傳課迴環，如盤走珠，不出盤外。將生傳，傳遞生日，喜得眾情，福可致而患自解。然事主兩端反覆，鉤曲未伸。金缺未純，課陰不備。日辰交克，革而未從，從而復革。君子占之，還當省戒。

This is a "Shè hài" (Involvement of Harm) lesson, with the three transmissions forming a structure consistent with "Cóng gé" (From Reform). The four lessons and the three transmissions reciprocally connect with each other, like pearls rolling in a tray, always remaining within the same tray. The Heavenly General generates the three transmissions, which in turn successively affect the day stem. It is pleasing that it gains the affection of many people, and blessings can be attracted while misfortunes naturally dissipate. However, the matter is characterized by wavering between two directions, being repeated and unstable, like a bent hook that is not yet extended. The metal structure is incomplete and not pure, and the hidden spirits of the four lessons are also not complete. The day stem and the day branch mutually control and attack each other, wanting to change yet following, and once following, wanting to change again. A gentleman who divines this lesson should still examine himself and remain cautious.

天時：久晴，雨未得。家宅：主屋舍寬而人口衰，防婢妾走失。婚姻：宜入贅，餘美中不足。胎產：胎安產遲。功名：有人舉薦則吉，自求未稱意。求財：順利，快足。投謁：徒費心力。疾病：主傷肝腎或筋骨。失脫：難獲。出行：無利，利在歸時。行人：速歸。爭訟：和解。兵戰：不利，變動有益。

Heavenly conditions: If there has been a long period of clear weather without rain, seeking rain will not be effective. Family home: The house is spacious but the number of people is declining, so be careful of servants or concubines going missing. Marriage: It is favorable for the male to join the female's family, otherwise there will be some shortcomings in other situations. Pregnancy: The fetal condition is stable, but the delivery time is delayed. Achievements: If someone recommends you, it will be favorable, but if you try to seek it yourself, it will not be satisfactory. Seeking wealth: It will be smooth, coming quickly and sufficiently. Visiting: It will be a waste of effort. Illness: It indicates injury to the liver, kidneys, or bones and joints. Loss: It is difficult to recover the lost item. Traveling: Going out is not beneficial, but it is beneficial when returning. Traveler: Will return soon. Dispute: It can be resolved. Warfare: It is unfavorable, and changing the formation and making new plans will be beneficial.

畢法云：夫婦蕪淫各有私，三傳遞生人舉薦，傳墓入墓分憎愛。課經云：午加寅為胎坐長生，大宜占孕，反不利產。又日上神作財，卻遁旬中干鬼，必因財致禍，為食傷身，因妻成訟。此夜占乘朱雀者宜防之，晝占不論。雲霄賦云：美女失音，白雉飛來巽戶。又云：牽牛至金門之路，血畜虺羸。

The *Bifa Fu* says: "A husband and wife each have private affairs," meaning that both the husband and wife have their own private relationships outside the marriage; "the three transmissions pass through each other and lead to recommendations," meaning that the three transmissions are interrelated and may result in someone being recommended; "the transmission and burial enter burial, distinguishing between affection and dislike," meaning that when the three transmissions go from burial to burial, one must clearly distinguish between affection and dislike. The *Ke Jing* says: When the hour of Wu is placed on the hour of Yin, the spirit of the fetus is in the place of growth, which is most suitable for asking about pregnancy, but not favorable for asking about childbirth. It also says: If the god on the day stem is originally a wealth hexagram, but according to the ten-day cycle it turns out to be a ghost that controls the day stem, it is certain that one will suffer misfortune due to wealth, injure the body due to greed for food, and get into legal trouble due to the wife. This rule is especially important to be cautious about when divining at night with the Vermilion Bird, but not necessary to consider when divining during the day. The *Yunxiao Fu* says: A beautiful woman suddenly loses her voice, which corresponds to a white chicken flying into the southeast Wind gate; it also says: The ox walks on the road leading to the western Metal gate, and livestock will see blood, become thin and fall ill.

課體：元首，稼穡，斬關。課義：交互徒然，夜祿乘元，棄而孟動，眾土為愆。

The lesson pattern involves the presence of the Great Chief, Harvesting, and Cutting the Gate simultaneously. The lesson meaning states: the day stem and day branch interact and form mutual combinations, appearing lively but ultimately being wasted effort; when asking about the fortune at night, the禄神 (favorable deity) is riding on the Black Tortoise, yet is taken away by others; abandoning the residence and moving recklessly towards the four first positions; encountering numerous earth deities along the way, leading inevitably to mistakes.

解曰：丑與子合，辰與酉合，交車互合，似非徒然。然子乃鬼祿，晝占乘白虎，雖甚驚危，尚可守也。夜占乘元武，必致為所耗竊，徒然交合，何利之有哉。祿既無用，棄宅而動，遂入鬼墓，進逢全土，愆難免矣。

The Earthly Branches Chou and Zi are mutually harmonious, as are Chen and You. When the Day Stem and Day Branch interact and form mutual harmony, it seems as though effort is not wasted. However, Zi is both a禄神 (lucky god) and occupies the position of official ghosts. If divined during the day, it is accompanied by the White Tiger, which although dangerous, can still be endured. But if divined at night, it is accompanied by the Black Tortoise, which inevitably leads to theft and loss. Thus, this mutual harmony is indeed wasted effort, with no real benefit. Since the禄神 is already ineffective, if one then leaves the residence and moves outward, it will enter the Storage (storage) of official ghosts, encountering more and more earth gods as one proceeds. Misfortune and calamity are naturally unavoidable.

斷曰：此元首之卦，亦名斬關。三傳俱季，斗罡加日發用，又為墓神覆日，大象昏蒙，事主沉滯。喜動而自刑，中被子穿，末落空陷。遂使蒙者通一隙之光，滯者開一線之路。占者利更新外出，每事籌畫，自可凶消吉至。

This is the "Yuan Shou" lesson, also known as "Zhan Guan." All three transmissions are the gods of the four seasons: Chen, Xu, Chou, and Wei. The Tiangang, which is Chen earth, is placed on the day stem to initiate the transmission, and at the same time, the tomb god covers the day stem. The overall atmosphere is dark and obscure, and matters tend to be stagnant and unsmooth. Fortunately, within this movement, there is self-imposed punishment, the middle transmission is pierced by the rat's opposite, and the final transmission falls in an empty and weak position. Because of this, a ray of light emerges from the darkness, and a path opens up from the stagnation. Those who cast this divination are favorable for renewal and change, travel, and any affairs that are planned in advance will naturally eliminate danger and bring good fortune.

天時：溫溼無雨而有霧。家宅：宜賣宅儲錢備患，喜有大力者為持門戶，諸凶不能為害。婚姻：不宜。胎產：防不實。功名：始見阻滯，後稍通達。求財：保其固有足矣。疾病：主脾腎之疾，久而得愈。失脫：逃盜難獲。出行：雖未順，勝於在家，尤利避患。行人：阻滯未歸。爭訟：難和，終有解救。兵戰：軍中不寧，臨事不果。

Heavenly conditions: warm and damp, with fog but no rain. Home: it is suitable to sell property and save money for unexpected events; fortunately, there is a strong person to support the household, and various malevolent spirits will not cause harm. Marriage: not suitable. Pregnancy: be careful of an unstable pregnancy. Officialdom: initially obstructed, later somewhat smooth. Seeking wealth: it is enough to keep the existing property. Disease: the illness is in the spleen and kidney, but after a long time it will eventually recover. Loss: runaway people and thieves are difficult to capture. Travel: although not very smooth, it is better than staying at home, especially suitable for avoiding calamities. Travelers: blocked and still away, have not returned. Disputes: difficult to reconcile, but eventually there will be a resolution. Military conflict: the army is not peaceful, and decisions cannot be made in time.

畢法云：權攝不正祿臨支，干墓並關人宅廢。課經云：墓神乘蛇覆日，幸末傳戌乘虎沖辰，謂之破墓沖鬼，以凶散凶。訂訛云：罡作官鬼為真符，貴人臨鬼戶，謂之斬關逢吏。括囊賦云：遊子商賈而未回，斬關逃竄而速疾。

The "Bifa Fu" says: "The authority is improperly held and the official's fortune is on the day branch," meaning the official's fortune is located on the day branch, and the authority is held by someone else, making the position improper; "The dry branch's grave and the gate are combined, causing the person and the dwelling to be abandoned," meaning the grave of the day stem and the gate are both present, leading to the person and the dwelling being ruined. The "Ke Jing" says: the grave spirit is riding on the Teng Snake to cover the day stem, but fortunately the final transmission's戌 is riding the White Tiger to冲 the辰, which is called "breaking the grave and driving away the ghost," using an Inauspicious Spirit to disperse another Inauspicious Spirit. The "Ding'E" says: when the Tiangang acts as the official ghost, it is the true Guanfu, and when the nobleman is on the ghost's gate, it is called "cutting the gate and encountering the official." The "Kuanang Fu" says: the traveler and merchant have not returned yet; if they flee by cutting the gate, they will move very quickly.

課體：元首，間傳，出產。課義：晝貴夜聚，無屋可住，彼己懷脫，虛鬼空布。

The lesson pattern is the original head and intermediate transmission, combined with the "production lesson" — the transmission from the卯 (Mao) day gate to the巳 (Si) earthly gate, indicating an image of going out to conduct business and developing property. The lesson meaning says: the nobleman of the day gathers at the position of the nobleman of the night; the residence's shadow falls into emptiness, with no house to stay in; the other party and oneself each have their own plans, mutually leaking secrets; the official ghost of the day stem falls into kongwang, merely making a show.

解曰：巳加於卯，是晝貴臨於夜貴之家，故曰晝貴夜聚也。丑為宅陰，而投空亥，是無屋可住也。干支各被上神所脫，彼此須防懷詐而來。丑又為日鬼，既落空鄉，亦為虛布，為禍為福，皆無力矣。

The Trigram Si is placed over the Trigram Mao, which signifies the arrival of the nobleman during the day at the residence of the nobleman of the night, hence it is called "day nobleman meets night nobleman." The Trigram Chou is the hidden spirit of the dwelling, now falling onto the empty Trigram Hai, which is like having no house to reside in. Both the Day Stem and Day Branch are drained by the spirits above, so they must be cautious of each other, as there is a possibility of deceit. The Trigram Chou is also the official spirit of the Day Stem, and since it falls into the empty place, it is a mere illusion. Whether it brings misfortune or blessings, it has no real power.

斷曰：此元首之卦，間傳順進，合出產之格。旬奇發用，宜有意外遭逢。君子鴻漸而昇陽，小人狐疑而不決。惜初傳即遭空陷，不過虛聲，干支皆被脫耗，彼此無益。求謀恐少實際，不如靜以俟之，秋冬則吉。

This is a "Yuan Shou" divination lesson, with the three transmissions advancing in order, skipping positions, forming the "Sheng Chan" pattern. A strange divine spirit from the ten-day cycle initiates the transmission, indicating unexpected encounters. A gentleman who divines this will find himself like the wild geese in the "Zhan" hexagram, gradually flying upward step by step. A petty person, however, will be full of doubts and indecisive. Unfortunately, the first transmission starts by falling into an empty pit, resulting in nothing but empty reputation. Both the day stem and day branch are drained, so neither gains an advantage. Matters concerning seeking success may yield little real benefit. It would be better to remain calm and wait, for by autumn and winter the situation will turn favorable.

天時：雲合後散，出旬有雨，不多。家宅：屋敝人窘，猶須防耗。婚姻：兩貧相宜，餘不吉。胎產：主懷妊多恙，孕防不實。功名：戌亥年命者利，餘無益。求財：反有所耗失。

Heavenly Conditions: Clouds gather and then disperse; rain will come only after this ten-day period, but the rainfall will be light. House: The house is in disrepair, the family is in financial difficulty, and there is also a need to be cautious about expenditures. Marriage: If both families are poor, they may be compatible, but other situations are not auspicious. Pregnancy: The pregnant woman may suffer from many ailments, and there is also a risk of an unstable pregnancy. Achievements: Those whose destiny or age corresponds to the Earthly Branches of Xu or Hai will benefit, while others will not gain anything. Seeking Wealth: Not only will wealth not be obtained, but there will also be losses.

疾病：主虛弱，有救。失脫：主不一次，難覓。出行：不利；行人：未歸，不知何往。爭訟：兩造皆耗，自歸消釋。兵戰：晝占吉，夜占尤大勝，用兵以分合為妙。墳墓：利營壽壙益人。

Disease: The condition shows weakness, but there is a way to save. Loss: Losing things repeatedly, difficult to find. Travel: Unfavorable. Traveler: The person has not returned and it is unknown where they have gone. Litigation: Both plaintiff and defendant will spend money, and eventually the matter will be resolved. Military conflict: Asking during the day is favorable, but asking at night will result in a greater victory. The art of warfare lies in the ability to divide and gather, to disperse and assemble. Burial: It is suitable to prepare the tomb in advance, which benefits the family.

畢法云：水日逢丁財動之，人宅受脫俱招盜，晝夜貴加求兩貴。課經云：卯為夜貴作脫氣，必被貴人脫賺，或因神祇耗財。又卯為日門，巳為地戶，自丑傳巳，有出產之象。凡占訪人不在，行人出利干望。

The "Bi Fa Fu" says: "Water day meets Ding god, the wealth hexagram must move," meaning that on a water day, if the Ding god is present, the wealth hexagram will change; "Man and dwelling both lose energy, both invite thieves," meaning that both the person and the dwelling are weakened, making theft likely; "Day and night nobleman overlaps, seeking help can be done from both sides," meaning that having noblemen present both day and night allows one to seek help from both directions. The "Ke Jing" says: "Mao is the nobleman of the night but also the god that drains my energy, so it is certain that one will be cheated by the nobleman and lose some money, or spend money on worshiping deities." It also says: "Mao is the day gate, Si is the earth gate, from Chou to Si, there is an atmosphere of going out to do business; if one asks about someone visiting, the person is not at home, but if one asks about someone going out, it is favorable for going out to seek opportunities."

課體：重審，進茹，孤寡。課義：三傳拱定，行人歸近，事不出家，賊在彼隱。

The lesson pattern is "Chong Shen" (re-examination), with two other types: "Jin Ru Ke" (advancing transmission) is when the earthly branches of the three transmissions connect and proceed in order; "Gu Gu Ke" (solitary and orphaned pattern) is when there is an empty void before and an empty pit after, indicating a state of being alone and isolated. The lesson meaning says: the heavenly stem above the day stem and the heavenly stem above the day branch enclose the three transmissions in between; if someone asks about going out, their return is not far away; matters do not go beyond their own home; the thief is hiding on that side.

解曰：干上寅在末傳前，支上戌在初傳後，拱定亥子丑於中，故占行人為已近也。由宅上神戌以及亥，故事不出乎家庭。末從子丑入寅，為日上神，晝乘元武，賊不離鄉邑。夜虎臨宅作鬼，主人口不寧，喜初傳落空，又得干上寅相救，庶無大咎。

The stem of the day, Yi, has its寅 (Yin) positioned before the final transmission, while the branch of the day,戌 (Xu), is placed after the first transmission. This exactly places the transmissions of亥 (Hai), 子 (Zi), and 丑 (Chou) in the middle. Since they are thus enclosed, it indicates that the person being asked about is likely to return soon. The three transmissions start from the spirit of the residence,戌 (Xu), and proceed through亥 (Hai), showing that the matter does not go beyond the family home. The final transmission moves from子 (Zi) and 丑 (Chou) into寅 (Yin), which is the spirit of the day's stem. Since the divination was done during the day and寅 (Yin) is riding on the Black Tortoise, it suggests that the thief has not left the local area. If the divination was done at night, the White Tiger is present at the residence as the official ghost, indicating unrest within the family. Fortunately, the first transmission falls on Kongwang, and the stem of the day,寅 (Yin), provides support. Therefore, there is likely no major wrongdoing.

斷曰：此重審之卦，順傳連茹。陽神拱夾三奇，全見旬儀入傳。支儀入課，宜萬事和同，重重吉慶矣，乃干上脫氣，支卜空亡，一脫一空，彼此無利。惟黃冠緇流，得此為上吉，餘俱不取。用神本是旬空，又行空地，又乘晝空，吉固虛無，凶亦消散也。

This is a "Chong Shen" lesson, where the three transmissions proceed in sequence, connected like pulling out reeds. The two yang spirits flank the three marvels in the middle. The six instruments of this ten-day cycle are fully included in the three transmissions, and the instrument spirit associated with the day branch also enters the four lessons. By principle, this should be a situation of universal harmony and abundant good fortune. Unfortunately, the day stem is overshadowed by a spirit that drains its energy, and the day branch is located in the empty void. One side is drained, the other is empty, and neither side gains any advantage. Only those outside the worldly affairs, such as monks and Taoist priests, who receive this lesson, can achieve the highest good fortune. Others are not suitable. The initiating transmission spirit is originally in the旬空, and it moves to the empty void, riding on the daytime sky. Therefore, good fortune becomes nothingness, and misfortune also vanishes completely.

天時：時旱多晴，時陰久雨。家宅：宅休囚，丁不旺。婚姻：媒妁虛言，終歸影響。胎產：占胎未實，占產立下。功名：先見虛聲，後或有奇遇。求財：反有耗折。投謁：不遇而返。

Heavenly conditions: In dry seasons, there are often clear skies; in rainy seasons, there is prolonged rain; everything depends on the season. Family residence: The energy of the house is declining and weak, with few people in the household. Marriage: What the matchmaker says is all empty talk, and in the end, it is only vague and uncertain. Pregnancy: If asking about pregnancy, the fetal energy is not solid; if asking about childbirth, it will happen immediately. Achieving fame and status: At first, one only hears of empty reputation, but later there may be unexpected opportunities. Seeking wealth: Not only is wealth not obtained, but there is also loss. Seeking an audience: One cannot meet anyone and ends up going in vain.

疾病：暴病即愈，久病凶。失脫：物散人難獲。出行：不得動身，乍出即反。行人：異鄉孤獨，未得還家。爭訟：防囚繫，旋得解散。兵戰：未利，宜堅守營壘，多設坑塹。

Disease: Sudden illness will soon be cured, but long neglected illness is dangerous. Loss: Things have already been lost, and people cannot recover them. Travel: Unable to move, just as one starts to go out, one has to return. Traveler: Alone in a foreign land, unable to return home. Litigation: Beware of being detained, but soon one can be released. Military conflict: No advantage, should hold the camp firmly, dig many ditches and pits.

畢法云：所謀多拙遭羅網，空上逢空事莫追。課經云：干上逢脫氣，晝將乘元武，名脫盜格。袖中金云：連珠三奇亥子丑，陽光在下，空懷寶以迷邦。訂訛云：孤寡前去後空，陰惆陽悵，大端不吉。或遇三奇六儀為救神，名孤寡再醮。

The "Bifa Fu" says: "Plans are clumsy and fall into a trap," meaning one runs into a heavenly net, and all plans are restricted. "Empty meets empty, do not pursue matters," meaning when the empty position is again occupied by emptiness, there is no need to pursue the matter further. The "Ke Jing" says: when the day stem meets a spirit that drains its energy, and the heavenly general for the day is the Black Tortoise, this is called "Tuo Dao Ge," meaning one is both deceived and robbed. The "Xiu Zhong Jin" says: when the three positions of Hai, Zi, and Chou are connected and the three marvels are hidden, but the sun is still below, it is like holding treasure in vain, causing confusion in the state and talented people being unrecognized. The "Ding E" says: the term "gu gua" refers to the front being empty and the back falling empty, with both the yin and yang spirits feeling melancholy, generally indicating an inauspicious situation; if the three marvels and six instruments come to save, it is called "gu gua zai jiao," meaning that those who are lonely and isolated can still find a good match again.

課體：伏吟，元胎，斬關。課義：馬載虎鬼，晝占可畏，幸而值空，夜財失費。

The lesson pattern involves the simultaneous presence of Hidden Chant, 元胎, and 斩关. The interpretation states that the horse of the post carries the White Tiger transformed into an official ghost, rushing directly towards the day stem. If the divination is done during the day, this is truly alarming. Fortunately, the horse is located on Kongwang, thus reducing the severity of the ominous trend. However, if the divination is done at night, the wealth爻 will be stolen by someone, resulting in a futile expense.

解曰：申為驛馬，本為日鬼，晝占乘虎，是馬載虎鬼，來傷日干，豈不可畏。幸喜申值空亡，凶當稍殺。但宅上之戌財，晝夜皆乘元武。若無盜賊之憂，必有失脫之患。其日夜財失費者，不過對晝占之語，交互成文耳。

Shen is the post-horse of Jia day stem, and itself is the official ghost of Jia wood. In daytime divination, it comes riding on the White Tiger, equivalent to the post-horse carrying the White Tiger transformed into an official ghost rushing forward to harm the day stem. How can this be without fear? Fortunately, Shen falls within the旬空, reducing the intensity of the凶. However, the戌 earth on the residence is the wealth爻 of the day stem, and whether divined in day or night, it rides on the Black Tortoise. Even if there is no worry of thieves coming, there will certainly be a loss. The phrase 'night wealth is lost' in the lesson is merely paired with the previous 'day divination is fearsome' to form the text, with day and night contrasted, not implying that loss occurs only at night.

斷曰：自任斬關，又曰元胎，如嬰兒隱伏之狀，只宜守舊，不宜動謀，否則災患與失脫相併矣。此課馬空祿實，守土官得之無害。若外差占此，恐有阻隔不行，倘年命有馬，或能填實，不同此論。

This reading takes the heavenly stem of the day as the starting point, with the associated deity initiating the transmission, and it also carries the characteristic of "cutting the gate." It is called "original embryo," with an appearance resembling an infant coiled and not yet born. Therefore, it is only suitable to maintain the existing situation and not to make new plans, otherwise both calamities and thefts will come together. In this reading, the post-horse falls into kongwang while the禄神 sits on a solid position, so officials who remain in their local area will not be affected. However, if someone is ordered to go on a mission outside, they may encounter obstacles and be unable to proceed. If the person's age or birth year happens to carry the post-horse, perhaps the kongwang can be filled, and then this interpretation should not be applied.

天時：火母實，水母空，又火上水下，恐不能雨。家宅：自有豐祿，靜守則宜；若一妄動，刑耗百出。仕宦：祿實官空，三傳刑沖，秋占則吉，餘皆不宜。婚姻：占男晝吉，占女皆凶。胎產：二陽包陰，孕必成女，伏吟元胎，產必遲延。

Heavenly Conditions: Wood that produces fire is strong and solid, while metal that produces water is weak and empty. With fire above and water below, it is likely that rain will not form. Family Home: There is originally a rich fortune, so it is best to remain calm and maintain what is already there. If there is sudden movement, punishments, clashes, and losses will arise continuously. Official Career: The禄神 is solid and strong, but the official star is empty. The three transmissions also mutually clash and conflict. If asked about this in autumn, it is favorable, but in other seasons it is not suitable. Marriage: If asking about the male partner, daytime divination is favorable; if asking about the female partner, it is generally unfavorable. Pregnancy and Childbirth: Two yang spirits enclose one yin spirit, indicating a female fetus. If there is also Hidden Chant and the original fetus, childbirth will certainly be delayed.

逃盜：不出里閭。疾病：脾氣虛弱，肝家受病，不久自愈。出行：伏吟馬空，出旬或可。行人：近則立至，遠則難定。出師：晝占則凶，夜占則勝。

Fleeing thieves: Those who run away and thieves have not left their native place. Illness: Weak spleen energy, illness affecting the liver meridian, which will soon recover. Travel: Hidden chant remains still and the post-horse falls empty; perhaps one can start traveling after this ten-day period. Travelers: Those who have a short distance will arrive immediately, but those with a long distance are uncertain. Military campaign: If asked during the day, it is ominous; if asked at night, victory is possible.

畢法云：旺祿臨身徒妄作，賓主不投刑在上。秘要云：甲日伏吟，旬首上神，晝夜皆乘元武，是閉口卦，止宜明哲保身。又甲日干上見寅，傳內即見財爻，亦必心多退悔，謂之懶去取財，恐其爭奪也。

The *Bifa Fu* says: "When the prosperous禄神 is present on the person, further movement is in vain." This means that if the prosperous禄神 is already on the person, further action is pointless. "The host and guest do not match, and punishment is above" refers to the heavenly stem and earthly branch of the day being in conflict with the upper god, resulting in the host and guest not harmonizing. The *Miyao* states that if on a Jia day the Hidden Chant is obtained, and the upper god of the beginning of the ten-day period is riding the Black Tortoise both in day and night, this is called the "closed mouth hexagram," which is suitable only for preserving oneself wisely and being quiet and inactive. It also says that if the heavenly stem of the day has寅, then the three transmissions will have the wealth爻, but the mind will inevitably be hesitant and retreat, which is called "lazy to take wealth." This is because one fears that obtaining wealth will lead to disputes.

課體：知一，退茹。課義：奇儀既夾，常人難壓，君子宜占，試登高甲。

The lesson pattern is knowing one and retreat of the herb. The lesson meaning says: the three marvels and six instruments are positioned one before and one after, enclosing the central position; ordinary people's fortune cannot suppress such a structure; the gentleman who obtains this is most appropriate, and can achieve high rank in examinations.

解曰：甲課在寅，寅即甲也。今寅居卯上，戌居亥上，是寅戌夾亥子丑在內。亥子丑上遁得乙丙丁，為天上三奇。又甲戌旬首，以戌為六儀，又為魁星。君子得此，有不高掇巍科者乎。常人之才德，不足當此，必有不勝而難壓者也。凡屬仕宦，秋占皆利。

On a day beginning with Jia, the lodging palace is in Yin. Yin is equivalent to Jia itself. Now Yin falls on Mao, and Xu falls on Hai. This places Hai, Zi, and Chou in the middle. According to the method of hidden days, Hai, Zi, and Chou correspond to Yi, Bing, and Ding respectively, which are the three marvels in the heavens. Moreover, Jia Xu is the beginning of this month, so Xu serves as the six instruments. At the same time, Xu is also the leading star associated with official rank. A gentleman who receives this divination would naturally succeed in the imperial examinations. However, ordinary people lack the talent and virtue to bear such a pattern, and they will inevitably suffer from its consequences. Those in official positions who inquire about this in autumn will find it advantageous.

斷曰：知一退茹之象，舍遠就近，舍疏就親，恩多主害，事起同袍。凡占狐疑，必上下和合，乃為吉象。又鬼墓加干，防人暗中侵害，用兵尤宜忌之。

This is the situation of "Zhi Yi" combined with "Tui Ru": abandoning distant things for near ones, and unfamiliar ones for familiar ones; excessive kindness can lead to harm, and disputes often arise among colleagues and friends. For any divination concerning indecisive matters, harmony between superiors and subordinates is essential for a favorable omen. Moreover, if the official ghost and the tomb god are combined with the day stem, one should beware of secret harm from someone, especially in military campaigns where this is particularly dangerous.

天時：天罡指巳，水神發用，雨不甚大。家宅：財官雙美，必是詩書禮樂之家。仕宦：支干夾奇，尊榮之至。婚姻：金土相生，常貴相當，必是佳兒佳婦。胎產：下強上弱，二陽包陰，胎必成女，子丑相合，產必遲延。

Heavenly Time: The Tiangang points to the Si position, the Water God initiates the transmission, and the rain is not heavy. Family Residence: Both the Wealth Trigram and the Official Trigram are favorable, indicating a family that values poetry, books, rituals, and music. Official Career: The Day Stem and Day Branch enclose the odd god in the middle, indicating supreme honor and prestige. Marriage: Metal and Earth mutually generate, the Tai Chang and Nobleman are of matching doors, surely a couple of excellent husband and wife. Pregnancy and Childbirth: The lower god is strong while the upper god is weak, two Yang gods enclose one Yin god, the fetus must be female; Zi and Chou combine, childbirth will certainly be delayed.

求財：主得貴人之財。疾病：病來脫人，人去墓病，不能即愈。遠行：宜從陸路，且得貴人提挈。行人：天罡加孟，行者未歸。失物：已被盜去。出師：宜因糧於敵國，必得滿載而歸。

Seeking wealth: One will receive property from a nobleman. Disease: The disease energy drains one's vital energy, and the person enters the storage of illness, so it cannot be cured immediately. Traveling far: It is suitable to travel by land, and one will receive assistance from a nobleman. A traveler: The Tiangang is placed in the four beginning positions, so the person who has left home has not yet returned. Lost items: They have already been stolen. Going to war: It is suitable to use the enemy's grain and supplies on the spot, and one will certainly return with a full load.

畢法云：鬼臨三四訟災隨。課經云：甲戌日丑加寅，乃晝貴臨身，名貴人忌憚格。緣朱雀乘卯，克天乙之丑土，占此者，不可告貴，緣貴人忌憚，不肯用事故也。指掌賦云：子亥戌為重陰，安嘉遁之貞，寧甘沒齒。

The "Bifa Fu" says: "Ghost near the third and fourth lessons brings litigation calamity." This means when the official ghost is located on the third and fourth lessons, litigation and calamity will follow. The "Ke Jing" says: On a Jiaxu day, the Chou is placed on the寅, indicating the nobleman is in the position of the self during the day, known as the "Nobleman's Caution Pattern." Because the Vermilion Bird is riding on the卯 wood, the卯 wood overcomes the Tianyi Nobleman's riding Chou earth, so those who take this lesson should not seek help from the nobleman— the nobleman holds caution, unwilling to take action on one's behalf. The "Zhipang Fu" says: The positions of Zi, Hai, and Xu are filled with heavy yin energy, resting in the virtuous path of retreat and seclusion of the "Dun" hexagram, preferring to remain unknown and silent for a lifetime.

課體：涉害，見機，間傳，勵德，顧祖。課義：六位全陽，常人散殃，馬載虎鬼，催人勿遑。

The lesson pattern combines the five types: involvement of harm, opportunity, intermediate transmission, cultivation of virtue, and regard for ancestors. The lesson meaning states: the four lessons and three transmissions occupy six positions, all being yang spirits; ordinary people who receive this divination can dispel calamities and misfortunes; the post-horse carries the white tiger transformed into a ghostly official, rushing forward continuously; it hastens the person's inability to have even a moment of ease.

解曰：四課三傳，無一非陽，宜於公用。蓋陰翳之氣，既已消釋，則常人得此，豈不可以散其災殃乎。官鬼乘虎，為催官符。今虎之陰神，雖制白虎，而馬實載之，則揚鞭而去。自有烏可已之勢。雖孟求安，而不可得，是所謂催人勿遑者也。卯作雀臨巳，申作虎臨戌，為歸巢格，占行人立至。又白虎臨宅，未免喪服。遇戌年，則為喪吊全逢矣。

The four lessons and three transmissions all contain yang spirits, making this lesson suitable for matters concerning officialdom. The dark and obscured energies have already been completely dispersed; how could an ordinary person who divines this not be able to dispel their own misfortunes? The official ghost is riding the white tiger, which is referred to as "prompting the official symbol." Now, although the white tiger's yin spirit can restrain the white tiger, the post-horse actually carries it, and with a single whip, it moves on, possessing an unstoppable momentum; even if one desires stability, it cannot be achieved. This is the meaning of the lesson "prompting people without respite." The卯 (Mao) is occupied by the vermilion bird sitting on the巳 (Si), and the申 (Shen) is occupied by the white tiger sitting on the戌 (Xu), forming the "returning to the nest pattern," indicating that the traveler will arrive immediately. Furthermore, the white tiger is sitting on the residence, inevitably leading to matters of mourning; if it coincides with the year of戌 (Xu), then both mourning and condolences will occur simultaneously.

斷曰：見機之卦，當察機辨色，因時制宜，不當猶豫逡巡也。初傳龍蛇空陷，凶既不成，喜亦不就。午為脫氣，沖干上神，恐子孫有耗費之患。

This is a "Seeing the Opportunity" divination. One should observe the timing and discern expressions, adapting flexibly to circumstances, and should not hesitate or be timid. The first transmission is governed by the Azure Dragon and the Teng Snake, both of which are in an empty and fallen position. Although evil matters cannot be accomplished, auspicious matters also cannot be realized. The午 fire is a divine force that drains my energy, and it also conflicts with the day stem's governing deity. It is likely that there will be financial losses and expenditures in the descendants' generation.

天時：晝占雨而後晴，夜占晴而後雨。家宅：白虎脫支，恐多死喪之耗。仕宦：占官問祿，得此最吉。求財：晝占不吉，夜占必得。婚姻：辰土晝夜乘六合，與支干上神作三合，必成之象。

Heavenly conditions: If the divination is done during the day and the question is about rain followed by clear weather, it is favorable. If done at night and the question is about clear weather followed by rain, it is also favorable. For the household: The White Tiger drains the energy of the day branch, indicating possible misfortunes, deaths, or financial losses. For official positions: Asking about official rank or salary, this divination is most auspicious. For seeking wealth: If divined during the day, it is unfavorable; if done at night, the wealth is certain to be obtained. For marriage: The earth element (辰) is present in both day and night, riding on Liu He (六合), and forms a Triple Harmony Formation with the day stem and day branch, indicating a definite success in marriage.

胎產：課傳六陽，妊必成女，難產。疾病：虎鬼克干，占命屬火，方為有救。出行：驛馬臨宅，自不能留。行人：天罡加仲，必在中途。出師：利客不利主。

Fetus and childbirth: All six positions of the four lessons and three transmissions are yang. When yang reaches its extreme, it turns to generate yin. The fetus must be female, and the delivery will be difficult. Disease: The White Tiger brings the official ghost to attack the day stem. Only those whose destiny belongs to fire, and fire can overcome metal, will have a chance of survival. Travel: The post-horse is located on the residence, so one cannot stay, and must leave. Traveler: The Tiangang is placed on one of the four central positions (子, 午, 卯, 酉), meaning the person is definitely still on the way. Military campaign: It is favorable for the attacking side, but unfavorable for the defending side.

畢法云：六陽數足須公用，催官使者赴官期。課經云：甲戌日干亡子，支上申，謂之危中取財格。緣干克支辰為財，今支上有鬼，不免自驚危中取財也，喜旬中申空，亦可無畏。

The "Bifa Fu" says: "When six yang numbers are complete, it is suitable for public affairs," meaning that when six positions are purely yang and complete, it is favorable for official duties. "The official's messenger is urging the official to take office," meaning that the official symbol has arrived, and the official should take office. The "Ke Jing" says: On a Jiaxu day, if the day stem is Zi and the day branch is Shen, this is called the "Grasping Wealth in Danger" pattern. Because the day stem Jia Wood controls the day branch Chen Earth, which is considered wealth, but now the day branch is occupied by the official ghost, so one must take this wealth with fear and anxiety. Fortunately, within this ten-day period, Shen is falling into the empty position, so there is no need to be afraid.

課體：遙克，蒿矢，元胎。課義：矢箭來傷，幸爾空亡，居家閉口，生計榮昌。

The lesson pattern is "Hao Shi" and "Yuan Tai," combined with "Yao Ke Ke" — all four lessons have no mutual control, but a distant god remotely harms the day stem. The lesson meaning says: there is an arrow coming to injure me; fortunately, this arrow falls into Kongwang; at home, one should be cautious with words and keep silent; in this way, livelihood will naturally flourish.

解曰：蒿矢無力，用傳又空，是為忘矢，無力甚矣。未乃旬尾，臨於宅上，名曰閉口。謹言慎語，方能免患。亥為甲木之長生，陰神又係水母，有本之水，源源來生，則生計自然榮昌矣。

The arrow made of wormwood grass has no strength, and the first transmission falls into kongwang, resulting in a situation where even the arrow is lost, making it even harder to exert force. Wei is the last position of this ten-day cycle, and now it is present over the residence, called "closed mouth." One must speak cautiously and carefully to avoid misfortune. Hai is the place of growth for Jia wood, and its yin spirit belongs to water, being the source of water. With a continuous flow of water nourishing me, one's livelihood will naturally flourish.

斷曰：日鬼發用，兼乘驛馬，占仕宦事極迅速，惜乎初申空亡耳，白虎乘申加亥，謂之虎奔臀明，必主家有病人。

The day stem's official ghost is initiating the transmission, and it is accompanied by the post-horse. Divining about official matters indicates extremely rapid progress. However, the first transmission's Shen is located in kongwang. The white tiger is on Shen and added to Hai, which is called 'white tiger rushing to the bright part'. The white tiger rushes forward with its form clearly visible, indicating that someone in the family is certainly ill.

天時：初傳落空，出旬有雨。家宅：干乘生氣，支作財神，內外受益，但空鬼為災，不無伏尸杯影之事。仕宦：官馬皆空，占宦不吉。求財：德祿臨於末傳，夜占乘龍尤吉。婚姻：晝占不佳，夜占可就。胎產：二陽包陰，孕必成女。

Heavenly Conditions: The first transmission falls in Kongwang, so rain will come only after this ten-day period. Family Residence: The day stem is supported by the growth energy, and the day branch acts as the wealth god, benefiting both inside and outside the home; however, the official ghost falling in Kongwang still causes trouble, leading to incidents like hidden corpses and imagining ghosts. Official Career: Both the official star and the post-horse fall in Kongwang, indicating an unfavorable omen for career prospects. Seeking Wealth: The virtue god and the official luck god are both in the final transmission, and if the divination is done at night and the Azure Dragon is also present, it becomes more favorable. Marriage: Divination during the day is unfavorable, but divination at night can lead to a successful marriage. Pregnancy: Two yang gods enclose one yin god, indicating a female fetus.

疾病：虎鬼空陷，病危可治。求謀：前空後實，先難後易。出行：夜占水陸俱宜，但馬空不能即行。行人：天罡加季，行人立至。行軍：恐有伏兵，宜加謹備。

Disease: White Tiger and Official Ghost are in empty and hidden positions, the illness though serious can still be treated. Seeking schemes: The front is empty, the back is solid, it is difficult at first but easy afterwards. Traveling: Divination at night shows both water and land routes are suitable, but the post-horse is in empty position, so cannot start immediately. Travelers: Tiangang is on the positions of the four seasons, the person who has left will arrive immediately. Military campaign: There is probably an ambush, one should be especially cautious and prepared.

畢法云：夫歸蕪淫各有私，賓主不投刑在上。吳越春秋子胥曰：時加雞鳴，青龍在酉，德在上，刑在金，是日賊其德也。主父有逆子，君有逆臣。筆塵解曰：課名蒿矢，申為旬空，加亥為六害，又為日破，又為日鬼。三傳刑戰，干克支上神，支克干上神，滿盤略無和氣，故主有逆子叛臣也。

The "Bifa Fu" says: "Fuhu yin ge you zhi si," meaning that husband and wife each have private affairs outside; "Binzhu bu tou xing zai shang," meaning that the upper deity is in conflict with the main deity, and the host and guest are not in harmony. The "Wuyue Chunqiu" records Wu Zixu's words: when the hour is placed at the position of the crowing rooster, the Azure Dragon is on You, the benevolent deity is above and the penal deity is on metal. On this day, the penal deity harms the benevolent deity, so the father has a rebellious son and the ruler has a rebellious minister. The "Bichen" explains: this divination is called "Haoshǐ." Shen is in the empty position of the ten-day cycle, placed on Hai, forming the six harms, and also being a day break and the official ghost of the day stem. The three transmissions are in mutual conflict, the day stem overcomes the day branch's deity, and the day branch overcomes the day stem's deity. There is no harmony at all in the entire chart, hence there are rebellious sons and ministers.

課體：重審，炎上，贅婿，斬關。課義：內外勾連，宅盛人愆，亡財後至，奴婢防奸。

The lesson pattern is characterized by re-examination and cutting the gate. There are two additional types: "Inflaming Lesson" occurs when the three transmissions form the fire triad of Yin-Wu-Xu, reflecting the fire element's upward movement. "Son-in-law Lesson" happens when the day branch is placed upon the day stem, resembling a man marrying into another family and abandoning his own to follow the wife's. The lesson meaning states: internal and external connections are intertwined; the household flourishes but the people suffer; lost money will return later; and there is a need to be cautious about secret affairs involving servants in the household.

解曰：三傳脫干，占必遺失也。寅去加午，午去加戌，會成火局，自支陰而及於乾陽，內外勾連之象。三傳脫日生支，自然人愆宅盛。戌為日財，下被寅克，上被合傷，此財非復為我所有。今忽作初傳，仍作日財，是亡財復至也。戌為奴婢，合為奸私，寅為鬼戶，三者相併，則奴婢必有奸私逃走者矣。

The three transmissions all drain the energy of the day stem, indicating that the matter being questioned will certainly result in some loss. The寅 is placed on the午, and the午 is placed on the戌, forming a fire trinity. This connects from the hidden spirit of the day branch to the yang position of the day stem, forming a pattern of internal and external connection. Since the three transmissions both drain the energy of the day stem and benefit the day branch, the person will naturally suffer loss while the household will naturally flourish. The戌 is originally the wealth hexagram of the day stem, but it is attacked by the寅 wood below and injured by the Liu He above; this wealth no longer belongs to me. Now it suddenly becomes the first transmission, still being the wealth of the day stem, which is called lost money returning. In terms of symbolism, the戌 represents servants, the Liu He indicates secret affairs, and the寅 is the gate of ghosts. When these three come together, there must be someone among the servants who is involved in secret affairs and has fled.

斷曰：支神加於干上，受干之克。如以妻就夫，乃舍己從人之象。占者多主屈意從人，不能由己。

The divine spirits on the day branch are added to the day stem, and in return are restrained by the day stem. This is like a wife yielding to her husband, showing a situation where one gives up their own will and submits to others. Those who receive this divination usually have to suppress their own wishes and accommodate others, unable to make their own decisions.

天時：課傳皆火，不能有雨。家宅：三傳遞生，居必寬敞。仕宦：三傳克官，功名難就。求財：有得有失。婚姻：三合相連，必結朱陳。胎產：課傳皆陽，妊必生男。疾病：虛脫之症。行人：不能即歸。出師：糧儲不足。

Heavenly conditions: The four lessons and three transmissions are all fire, so rain cannot form below. Home affairs: The three transmissions generate each other in sequence, indicating a certain spaciousness in residence. Official career: The fire in the three transmissions overcomes the official star metal, making it difficult to achieve official success. Seeking wealth: There will be both gains and losses. Marriage: The triple harmony connects the beginning and end, surely resembling the intermarriage between the Zhu and Chen families across generations. Pregnancy: The four lessons and three transmissions are all yang spirits, indicating a male fetus. Illness: A condition resembling collapse. Traveler: Cannot return soon. Military campaign: Insufficient provisions.

畢法云：初遭夾克不由己。指南：八月未將加亥，占武試。曰：河魁臨干發用，貴居年命之上，格合盤珠。喜朱雀遁乙奇乘長生旺氣，文字甚合試官之意。傳送加子，箭必中垛，聯捷無疑。古鑑：亥將加卯，占走失。曰：支戌刑未，未臨於亥，當於西北亥上尋獲。未八亥四，四八三十二里。亥為水，亦為樓臺。未為酒食，藏於近水酒館中，悉驗。

The "Bifa Fu" says: "At the beginning, being caught between Jia and Ke, one cannot act freely," meaning that the first transmission is surrounded by Jia and Ke, and the matter is not under one's control. An ancient example from "Zhinan" states: In the eighth month, the general Xu was placed on Hai. Someone consulted about a military examination. The interpretation said: Hekui (Xu) earth is placed on the day stem and initiates the transmission, and the nobleman is located on the person's own birth year. The pattern matches the pearl disk; it is pleasing that the Vermilion Bird hides the Yi odd, and rides on the growth and strength of the stem, so the article written is in harmony with the examiner's mind. The transmission Shen metal is placed on Zi, so the arrow will surely hit the target, and passing the examination is certain. Another ancient example from "Gujian" states: The general Hai was placed on Mao. Someone consulted about a lost item. The interpretation said: The day branch Xu conflicts with Wei, and Wei is placed on Hai, so one should look in the northwest direction of Hai. The number of Wei is eight, and the number of Hai is four, eight times four equals thirty-two, meaning thirty-two li away. Hai belongs to water, and is taken as the image of a pavilion, while Wei is taken as the image of food and drink, so the lost item is near a tavern by the water. Later, it was all verified.

課體：知一，四絕。課義：初末拱貴，尊上偏喜，空鬼虛驚，互乘脫氣。

The lesson pattern indicates that the first and fourth transmissions are cut off. The lesson meaning states: the first and final transmissions are positioned before and after, respectively, enclosing the nobleman in the middle; when asking about matters concerning superiors or elders, there is particular joy; the official ghost on the day stem falls into kongwang, indicating only a false alarm; the day stem and day branch each ride on the spirit that drains the other.

解曰：初子末寅，天盤則拱丑貴，三傳則引從未貴。若占貴及尊長之事，必甚喜悅也。干上之酉鬼，乃是旬空，即有意外之虞，亦不過虛驚而已。惟干上乘支之脫氣，支上乘干之脫氣，未免有人宅兩失之耗耳。

The first transmission is Zi and the final transmission is Yin, which on the Heaven Plate exactly sandwich the Nobleman on Chou. From the perspective of the Three Transmissions, they also precede and follow one after another, leading the Nobleman on Wei. Therefore, when divining matters concerning the Nobleman or respected elders, there will certainly be great joy. The酉 metal on the Day Stem, although it is an official ghost, is precisely within the旬空, so even if there are unexpected disturbances, they will merely be false alarms. However, the spirit riding on the Day Stem is one that drains the energy of the Day Branch, and the spirit riding on the Day Branch is one that drains the energy of the Day Stem. Both the person and the house will inevitably suffer some loss.

斷曰：知一之課，比和作用，事有兩岐，擇乃惟一。驀然而起，卒然而止。託人不實，交易難成。我得於彼，彼必取償於我，亦互得互失之象也。寅加未乘夜虎，主有神廟作祟。

This is a "Zhi Yi" divination. The one that harmonizes with the day stem is used as the initiating transmission. There are two possible paths, and one must be chosen and pursued wholeheartedly. It comes suddenly and leaves suddenly; entrusting others with tasks is unreliable, and trade transactions are difficult to complete. I have gained something from the other party, and the other party will certainly seek something back from me; it is a situation of mutual gain and loss. The trigram Yin is placed over Wei, and since it is a night divination with the White Tiger, it indicates interference by spirits in a temple.

天時：天罡臨畢，出旬大雨。家宅：事由家長，禍非外來，人宅受脫，盜賊難防。仕宦：有祿無官，或占人年命能填實者可得。求財：於此得來，於此失去。婚姻：支干相剋，占男更凶。胎產：兒空母實，恐不成胎。謁貴：夜占可遇。

Heavenly circumstances: The Tiangang is located in the Net mansion position, and heavy rain will come in this ten-day period. Family residence: The matter is caused by the head of the family, and the trouble does not come from outside; both people and the house are losing energy, and thieves are hard to guard against. Official position: There is salary but no official position, unless the person asking the question has a birth year that can fill the Kongwang, then it can be obtained. Seeking wealth: It is obtained from here and lost from here. Marriage: The day stem and day branch mutually control each other, and the male side is more dangerous. Pregnancy: The fetus is on the empty side while the mother is on the solid side, and it is feared that the fetus cannot form. Seeking officials: If the question is asked at night, it is possible to meet officials.

疾病：人空病實必難愈，或年命上神，乘水神水將者必痊。出行：人空馬空，不能即行。行人：天罡加仲，必在中途。行師：驀有虛聲，切勿驚恐。夜占將占，可以獲勝。

Disease: If the side of the person is empty while the side of the illness is occupied, the illness is certainly difficult to cure; unless the deity governing the person's current age and birth year rides upon the water deity and water general, then it will definitely be cured. Travel: If both the person and the horse are empty, one cannot depart immediately. Travelers: The Tiangang is placed on the position of the four middle terms, indicating that the traveler is certainly still on the way. Military campaign: Suddenly there will be a false display of strength, one must not be frightened. Whether divining at night or in the midst of battle, one can achieve victory.

畢法云：前後引從升遷吉，人宅受脫俱招盜。課經云：六甲日干上酉，夜占為雀鬼格。緣朱雀作日鬼，加於干上，朝官宜防飛章彈劾，並不宜上書論奏，恐反遭黜責也。中黃經云：丑入午傳多詛咒。玉成歌云：天空在未井多怪。

The "Bifa Fu" says: "The preceding and following lead to promotion and good fortune," meaning the first transmission is ahead guiding the way and the final transmission is behind following, indicating good fortune for promotion; "Both person and dwelling are weakened and invite thieves," meaning both the person and the dwelling are drained of energy, making them prone to theft. The "Ke Jing" says: whenever there are six Jia days, if the day stem has You on it, and the divination is done at night, it is called the "Que Gui Ge"; because the Vermilion Bird serves as the official ghost of the day stem and presses upon the day stem, officials in court should beware of someone filing an impeachment petition, and they should also avoid submitting their own petitions, otherwise they may be punished or demoted. The "Zhong Huang Jing" says: when Chou enters the three transmissions of Wu, there are often curses. The "Yucheng Ge" says: when Tian Kong falls on Wei, there are many strange occurrences in the well.

課體：反吟，元胎，斬關。課義：夜祿虎雄，鬼卻乘龍，細詳好惡，來去俱空。

The lesson pattern is reverse chant, original embryo, and cutting the gate. The lesson meaning says: asking at night, the official ghost is occupied by the fierce white tiger; the official ghost is instead occupied by the auspicious azure dragon; good and bad must be carefully distinguished; but both coming and going fall into kongwang.

解曰：寅乃日祿，夜乘白虎，是好者卻變而為惡矣。申乃日鬼，晝乘青龍，是惡者反變而為好矣。但來去俱空，詳其好惡，不過似山上浮雲，水中明月已耳。

Yin is the禄神 of Jia day, originally a favorable deity, but when it appears at night accompanied by the White Tiger, the good turns into the bad. Shen is the official ghost of Jia wood, originally an ominous deity, but when it appears during the day accompanied by the Azure Dragon, the bad turns into the good. However, both the incoming and outgoing aspects fall into Kongwang. Upon further examining its good or bad nature, it is no more substantial than floating clouds on a mountain peak or the reflection of the moon on water, visible yet ungraspable.

斷曰：反吟、元胎，有反覆不寧之象。禍福始萌，動靜難守。強者能弱，柔者能剛。境逆者宜進取，境順者當退守，亦塞翁得失之象也。支上神乃日干之財，反生干上之鬼，不宜干貴求財，晝占亦吉。大約從前舊事可成，經久之事須防翻覆。寅加申乘天后，占遠路信息，文字往來。

Reverse Chant combined with the original embryo indicates a situation of constant turmoil and lack of peace. Both misfortune and fortune are just beginning to emerge, making it difficult to determine whether things will move or remain still. The strong may become weak, and the weak may become strong; those in unfavorable circumstances should actually take initiative, while those in favorable situations should instead retreat. This is exactly the meaning of the old saying, "the loss of a horse by the frontier may turn out to be a gain." The god of the day branch was originally the wealth hexagram of the day stem, but now it has reversed to become the official ghost above the day stem. Therefore, it is not advisable to seek help from the nobleman for financial matters. However, if the question is asked during the day, it is still considered auspicious. In general, old matters can be completed, but long delayed affairs should be cautious of unexpected changes. When寅 is placed on申 and rides on the Heavenly Empress, it indicates that there will be news from afar and communication will be successful.

天時：占晴不晴，占雨不雨。家宅：財與賊俱，防有失脫。仕宦：官祿俱空，占仕不吉。求財：自家難保。婚姻：晝占男吉，又嫌其空。胎產：兒虛母實，恐不成妊。

Heavenly circumstances: Trying to predict clear weather but it does not clear, trying to predict rain but it does not rain. Family home: The wealth sign and the thief are in the same position, beware of losing things. Official career: The official star and the禄神 are both in empty positions, predicting an unfavorable outcome for career prospects. Seeking wealth: Even the existing wealth is difficult to keep. Marriage: Divination in the daytime suggests good fortune for the male partner, but it is regrettable that it falls into an empty position. Pregnancy: The fetus is weak while the mother is strong, there is a fear that pregnancy may not occur.

疾病：暴病則吉，久病則凶。捕盜：占逢八月，一無漏網。出行：馬空不果。行人：天罡加季，行者即歸。出師：來去俱空，暫宜解軍。

Disease: Sudden illness is auspicious, while prolonged illness is inauspicious. Capturing thieves: If questioned in the eighth month, none will escape. Travel: The post-horse is empty, so travel cannot take place. A traveler: Tiangang is placed on the position of the four seasons, so the person who has left will return immediately. Military campaign: Both those coming and going are empty, so the army should temporarily disband.

畢法云：來去俱空豈動移，空空如也事休追，喜懼空亡乃妙機。課經云：六甲日，申加甲，乃干上神作日干之明鬼。支上辰土遁出庚金，作日干之暗鬼。乃明暗二鬼，亦是鬼臨三四之意。玉成歌云：反吟占事休言定，往復雙雙兩事因，常占須主身搖動，不動人情有怨心。

The "Bifa Fu" says: "Coming and going both empty, how can there be movement?" This means both ends are empty, so there is no need for action. "Empty and empty, nothing to pursue," means everything is empty, so there is no need to chase after things. "Joy and fear with empty Kongwang is a wonderful opportunity," means a pleasant emptiness brings disappointment, while a fearful emptiness avoids misfortune. The exact balance between these two is the subtle point. The "Ke Jing" says: On any of the six Jia days, if Shen is placed on Jia, then the heavenly spirit on the day stem acts as the official ghost in the open position of the day stem; the Chen earth on the day branch, according to the ten-day cycle, leads to Geng metal, which acts as the official ghost in the hidden position of the day stem. Thus, both the open and hidden official ghosts appear, which is the meaning of "ghosts in the third and fourth positions." The "Yucheng Ge" says: In reverse chant divination, when predicting events, do not state things as certain; things come and go, always involving two matters together. Ordinary people who receive the main aspect of the divination should be moving, but if they do not move, there will be resentment in human relationships.

課體：知一。課義：夜貴作墓，訟庭官怒，解紛恃戌，枉者可錯。

The lesson pattern is only one type. The lesson meaning states: the nobleman in the night is exactly the tomb god of the day stem; litigation will provoke the anger of the officials handling the case; to resolve this dispute, one must rely on the final transmission of earth horse; thus, the wrongful party can be set aside.

解曰：未為夜貴，又是木墓，覆於日上。初傳子水，與未貴相害。若論訟獄，必致問官之怒。末傳戌土，克去子水，為之解紛，則貴怒自當少解，否則終於受屈而已。烏能申其直而錯其枉哉。

The hexagram "Wei" represents the nobleman at night, and also serves as the storage for Jia wood. It is now covering the day stem. The first transmission's Zi water conflicts with the nobleman at Wei, indicating harm. If there is a lawsuit, the judge will certainly become angry. Fortunately, the final transmission's Xu earth can overcome Zi water, resolving this dispute. This will ease the nobleman's anger somewhat. Without this, one would end up wronged and unable to achieve the principle mentioned in the Analects, where the upright are promoted and the crooked are set aside.

斷曰：課名知一，相與比鄰，善惡並處，事有兩岐，執中宜一。禍從外來，失在居鄰。凡占皆主狐疑，亦恩中生害之象也。

This divination is called "Knowing One." The deity taken here is harmonious with the day stem and is adjacent to it; good and evil are mixed together. The matter presents two diverging paths, requiring one to firmly adhere to the middle path and choose one direction. Misfortune comes from outside, and the mistake arises from among neighbors. Anyone who divines this chart will find that the mind is uncertain and indecisive, and it also indicates that trouble arises within relationships of affection.

天時：水運乎上，天罡指亥，占天必雨，但末克初傳，雨不能久。家宅：家有內財，衣祿不匱。求財：外財消耗，分內可得。婚姻：晝占欠佳，夜占乃吉。胎產：上強下弱，孕必成女，倘或夜占，母子皆吉。仕宦：遲久，可得正印。謁貴：貴人不喜，干求不遂。

Heavenly Conditions: Water vapour moves above, and the Tiangang points to the Hai position, indicating that rain is certain. However, since the final transmission overcomes the first, the rain will not last long. Family Residence: There is hidden wealth within the home, and food and salary are not lacking. Seeking Wealth: External wealth will be scattered, but what is rightfully due can be obtained. Marriage: If divined during the day, it is not favorable; if divined at night, it is auspicious. Pregnancy: The upper deity is strong and the lower deity is weak, indicating a female fetus; if divined at night, both mother and child will be safe. Official Career: It will take some time to achieve, but eventually one will obtain an official position with a seal. Seeking the Nobleman: The nobleman does not like it, and efforts to request or accomplish something will not succeed.

失物：恐在家中，可以尋得。遠行：有戀宅之心，未能遂意。疾病：墓神覆日，人必昏沉；支上克干，病勢必篤；若年命有救，始可言吉。官訟：先難後易。行人：天罡指孟，馬又空亡，行者未歸。出師：晝占不寧，夜占大勝。

Lost items: The lost item is probably at home and can be found. Traveling far: The heart is attached to home, so the journey cannot be made and will not be satisfactory. Illness: The Tomb Spirit covers the day stem, the patient will certainly be unconscious; the heavenly stem on the day branch also attacks the day stem, the illness will certainly be severe; unless the person's birth year has a saving deity, it is not auspicious. Lawsuit: It will be difficult at first but easy later. Traveler: The Tiangang is in the position of the four beginning months, and the post-horse falls into Kongwang, so the traveler has not yet returned. Military campaign: If asked during the day, the military situation is unstable; if asked at night, a great victory can be achieved.

畢法云：害貴訟直遭曲斷，華蓋覆日人昏晦。纂義云：未乃財神，為閉口臨於干上，占病不吉。夜常臨支，十月占，乃死氣作太常。入宅克宅，主有內孝服。晝貴丑受寅克，又作天空，亦逢貴人之怒。照膽秘訣云：盜人青龍防喜賊。

The Bi Fa Fu says: "When the nobleman is harmed, lawsuits will be wrongly decided." This means that a divine force harms the nobleman, and even if the case is just, it will be judged as unjust. "The Huagai star covers the day stem, causing people's affairs to be in darkness." This means that the Huagai star covers the day stem, leading to confusion and obscurity in human affairs. The Zuan Yi says: "The sixth heavenly stem is the wealth god, but it also acts as the closed mouth god, appearing on the day stem. When questioning about illness, it is inauspicious." At night, if the Tai Chang god appears on the day branch, and the month is the tenth, it indicates that death qi transforms into Tai Chang; when it enters the residence, it harms the residence, indicating there will be mourning within the family. During the day, the nobleman at the second earthly branch is attacked by the third earthly branch, which also acts as Tian Kong. This is the same as encountering the nobleman being angry. The Zhao Chan Mi Jie says: When the thief god and the Azure Dragon are together, one should beware of thieves who commit crimes under the pretense of good news.

課體：元首，炎上，勵德，泆女，不備。課義：勞心取財，宅廣人災，宜乎作贅，耗盜縈迴。

The lesson pattern combines five types: the Primordial Sovereign, the Fiery Ascending, the Cultivated Virtue, the Excessive Woman, and the Incomplete. The lesson meaning states: one must exert great effort to obtain this wealth; the house is broad but the people suffer; it is suitable to marry into a woman's family and submit to others; matters of loss and theft keep recurring without resolution.

解曰：甲寄於寅，寅即甲也。是寅干臨於戌支之上，以取此財。不知戌又遭六合所克，彼此夾克，取之心亦勞矣。三傳作寅午戌，脫干而生支，未免人衰宅廣也。干為夫，支為妻，干加支上是以夫就妻，如贅婿然。但寅被午脫，午被戌耗，展轉相脫，縈迴不已甚乎。

On a day with the stem Jia, the Lodging Palace is in Yin. Yin is equivalent to Jia itself. Now, the stem Jia is placed on top of the branch Xu, in order to take the wealth represented by Xu. However, Xu is being attacked by the Liu He, which is sandwiching and attacking it from both sides, so obtaining this wealth requires great effort. The three transmissions are arranged as Yin, Wu, and Xu, which gradually drain the energy of the day stem and nourish the day branch. Therefore, the person's side naturally becomes weak, while the house's side naturally becomes prosperous. The day stem represents the husband, and the day branch represents the wife. When the day stem is placed on top of the day branch, it symbolizes the husband accommodating the wife, like a man marrying into another family. However, Yin is drained by Wu, and Wu is consumed by Xu, leading to a continuous cycle of leakage and entanglement, resulting in significant loss.

斷曰：支干皆是一氣，類成二合，事干眾人，共干同謀，有成而不成，脫而不脫之象，亦須防人脫賺。

The day stem and day branch belong to the same energy, forming two layers of Liu He. This indicates that the matter at hand involves many people, and everyone is involved in discussing and working on it together. The situation is such that it seems possible to succeed but may not actually succeed; it seems as if someone is deceiving others, but it is not necessarily true deception. In the end, one must still be cautious of others trying to deceive or mislead.

天時：課傳盡火，亢旱之象。家宅：財不由己，且多虛耗。仕宦：脫氣甚盛，功名無望。求財：艱辛可獲。婚姻：三合多成，子孫甚眾。胎產：男喜，易產。

Heavenly Conditions: The four lessons and three transmissions are all fire, indicating a long period of drought with no rain. Family Residence: Wealth is not under one's control and there is much wastage. Official Career: There is too much loss of energy, and there is no hope for official rank. Seeking Wealth: Although hard work is required, it can still be obtained. Marriage: With triple harmony appearing together, it is likely to succeed, and there will be many descendants in the future. Pregnancy and Childbirth: It indicates the birth of a boy, which is a good omen, and the delivery will be easy.

謀望：多虛少實，事干闇昧。疾病：極虛之症，恐是怔忡。出行：恐不起身。行人：天罡加孟，尚未起程。出師：防奸人脫賺，恩化為怨。

Fortunes of scheming and aspirations: there are many empty things and few real ones, indicating that the matter involves hidden secrets that should not be exposed. Diseases: it is a very empty condition, possibly heart palpitations or anxiety. Travel: one might not be able to move. Travelers: the Tiangang is placed on the position of the four young ones, meaning the person has not yet started the journey. Military expeditions: beware of deceitful people who may cause good intentions to turn into resentment and enmity.

畢法云：權攝不正祿臨支。精蘊：五月未將加卯，婦人占婚，曰：課得不備，兩夫之象。青龍為正夫，乘申金克之，又屬空亡，必逃亡而去。青龍之陰為偏夫，臨子乘蛇，子陰又乘元武，已人群盜矣。甲戌日，法取午為媒人，午上見河魁為奴僕，干支在傳為鄰近，當有鄰僕作媒。炎上夏旺為新事，當再嫁。發用天后，與日相生，三傳交合，姻事必成。

The "Bifa Fu" says: "The authority is not properly held, and the official salary is on the day branch," meaning the official salary is located on the day branch, and the authority is held by someone else, making the title improper. The "Jingyun" records an ancient example: in the fifth month, using the hexagram of Wei as the starting point placed on Mao, a woman consulted about marriage. The judgment said: the lesson pattern is incomplete, indicating the appearance of two husbands. The Azure Dragon represents the official husband, but it is on Sheng metal and is being overcome, and it is in Kongwang, meaning this person must have already fled. The hidden spirit of the Azure Dragon represents the secondary husband, located on Zi with Teng Snake, and the hidden spirit of Zi is on Yuanwu, indicating this person has already become a bandit. On Jiaxu day, according to the method, Wu is taken as the媒人 (matchmaker), and Wu sees Hekui Xu soil, symbolizing a servant; the day stem and day branch are both in the three transmissions, symbolizing neighbors, so there should be a neighbor's servant acting as the matchmaker. The three transmissions form a fire rising pattern, which is strong in summer, indicating a new matter, meaning she should remarry. The initiating transmission god rides on the Heavenly Empress and generates the day stem, and the three transmissions also mutually harmonize, so this marriage will definitely succeed.

課體：重審，元胎。課義：生鬼皆空，祿被虎攻，宅逢丁馬，動意尤濃。

The lesson pattern is about re-examining and the original embryo. The lesson meaning states: the god of growth and the official ghost both fall into Kongwang; the禄 god is attacked by the White Tiger; the position of the residence meets the Ding god and the Post-horse; thus the desire to move is especially strong.

解曰：申為甲木之日鬼，既遇旬空，亥為甲木之長生，亦臨空陷，禍福不實之象。寅為日祿，卻被夜虎沖剋，不可守矣。申為驛馬發用，丑為旬丁臨辰，所以動意尤濃也。

Shen is the official ghost of Jia wood, but it is now in the empty space; Hai is the long life of Jia wood, yet it also lies in an empty and fallen position. One is a harmful influence and the other a beneficial one, both empty and not real, so neither misfortune nor good fortune can take effect. Yin is the禄神 of Jia day, but it is attacked by the White Tiger in a night divination, and cannot be held onto. Shen is both the post-horse and the initiating transmission, while Chou is the spirit of the current ten-day period and is located on Chen. The horse of the heavenly stem and the transmission both move, so the desire to go out is especially strong.

斷曰：重審之課，以下逆上，豈無憂驚。初中空陷，虛花過半。末傳日祿尚旺，亦苦去甘來之象也。

This is a "Chong Shen" divination case, where the lower deity is opposing the upper deity, which can hardly avoid some worries and disturbances. Both the first and middle transmissions fall into empty and barren places, indicating mostly empty appearances without real results. Fortunately, the final transmission is the stem of the day and has strong energy, which can be considered as a sign of hardship followed by sweetness.

天時：水神則空，火神則實，傳餘風伯，風而且晴。家宅：財氣盡有，子孫亦多，有改造創新之意。功名：官星落陷，虛而不實。求財：晝占主得貴入宅內之財，夜占主得奴僕宅內之財。婚姻：晝占亦可，夜占不吉。胎產：二陽包陰，孕必成女。

Heavenly conditions: The water deity is in an empty position, the fire deity is in a solid position, and the three transmissions have residual energy returning to the wind deity, so there will be wind and clear weather. Family home: All wealth signs are present, there are many descendants, and there is a plan for renovation and innovation in the family. Official rank: The official star is in a fallen position, which is empty and not substantial. Seeking wealth: If asked during the day, it indicates receiving wealth brought into the home by a nobleman; if asked at night, it indicates receiving wealth handled by a servant within the home. Marriage: Asking during the day is favorable, but asking at night is inauspicious. Pregnancy: Two yang deities envelop one yin deity, so the fetus must be female.

疾病：乃脾洩之疾，或肝脾受傷，久病則危。謁貴：貴人坐獄，干之不利。出行：干支上乘了馬，有躍躍孟行之狀。行人：天罡加季，行者速歸。出師：壁壘甚堅，但游都在支，恐有虛約盜營之變。

Disease: This is a condition of spleen deficiency with loose stools, or damage to the liver and spleen, which can become dangerous if left untreated. Seeking the Nobleman: The Nobleman is in the position of imprisonment, so seeking his help will not be beneficial. Travel: The day stem and day branch are both occupied by the spirit of Ding and the Post-horse, showing a readiness and eagerness to travel. A missing person: The Tiangang is placed in the position of the four seasons, indicating that the person who has left will return soon. Military campaign: The camp is very strong, but the spirit of Youdu is located on the day branch, suggesting there may be treachery, broken agreements, or an attack on the camp.

畢法云：喜懼空亡乃妙機。秘要云：干上巳，晝占乘太常。日干生巳火，巳火又生太常，謂之睨上逢脫，當防虛詐。又酉加午為損孕格。蓋子為甲乙之胎神，乃作空亡，又被下神酉金所脫。占孕必損，占產即日便生。纂義云：天罡乘武臨丑，主遺亡走失事。指掌賦云：酉加午上，為寵婢登堂。

The "Bifa Fu" says: "Joy and fear in Kongwang are wonderful opportunities." If a favorable god falls into Kongwang, hope becomes like a bubble; if an ominous god falls into Kongwang, disaster disappears. The subtle distinction lies here. The "Miyao" says: If the Day Stem is巳, during the day, it is favorable with Tai Chang. The Day Stem Jia Wood generates巳 Fire, which in turn generates Tai Chang Earth, and this gradual release is called "Ni Shang Feng Tuoe," and one should beware of deceit and falsehood. It also says: When酉 is added to午, it forms the "Sun Yun Ge." Zi is originally the nurturing god of Jia and Yi Wood, but now it falls into Kongwang and is drained by the酉 Metal below, so if one asks about pregnancy, it will result in a miscarriage; if one asks about childbirth, it will result in delivery on the same day. The "Zanyi" says: When Tiangang Earth is ridden by Yuanwu and rests on Chou, it indicates loss and dispersion. The "Zhipang Fu" says: When酉 is added to午, it signifies a favored servant entering the hall.

課體：涉害，斬關，間傳，泆女，登三天。課義：晝虎空亡，臨危弗殃，財乘遁鬼，申命全傷。

The lesson pattern is involved with harm, cutting the gate, intermediate transmission, and the wandering woman, combined with the "ascending to the three heavens" pattern—meaning the nobleman is at the heavenly gate, the nobleman is present at the亥 position as if ascending to the heavenly palace, which is most favorable for meeting superiors. The lesson meaning says: during the day, the white tiger is in the empty void; although in a dangerous situation, it does not lead to calamity; the wealth line is occupied by the official ghost derived from the ten-day cycle; the metal of the申 and the original destiny are both injured.

解曰：申乃日鬼，晝占乘虎來傷甲木，以其空亡不畏，故曰臨危弗殃也。辰土為日干之財神，遁出庚金作日之暗鬼，且又生起申金，併力傷日，是此財斷不可取，攖禍不小也。

Shen is the official ghost of Jia wood. When asking about it during the day, it comes with the White Tiger to harm Jia wood; fortunately, it falls in Kongwang, so it is not to be feared, hence the meaning of the divination suggests though in a dangerous situation, no calamity will result. Chen earth is originally the wealth god of the day stem, but according to the ten-day cycle, it turns out to be Geng metal, becoming a hidden official ghost. It also turns back to assist Shen metal, and together they attack the day stem. Thus, this wealth should certainly not be pursued, as taking it would bring great trouble.

斷曰：貴登天門(晝將)，罡塞鬼戶，利於天庭奏對及功名殿試，並謀望事務，無不相宜。又須占人年命，有生無克。乘干旺相，方為全吉。

The Nobleman ascends the Heavenly Gate (indicating the Heavenly General for the day), and the Tiangang blocks the Ghost Door. This configuration is favorable for presenting petitions to the court, answering questions, taking the palace examination to achieve official rank, and all endeavors seeking success, with no inappropriateness. However, one must also consider the superior spirits of the person's birth year. It must be that these spirits only mutually generate and do not attack or overcome, and the Day Stem is riding on a prosperous and strong force, only then can it be completely auspicious.

天時：課傳六陽，水母空陷，天罡指陽，本當大晴，然天將盡屬雲水，陰雲之象也。家宅：財受夾克，財不由己，喜虎鬼空陷，病訟皆安。仕宦：催官已空，功名不吉。求財：合夥交關，似有利益。婚姻：有必成之勢。

Heavenly conditions: The four lessons and three transmissions occupy all yang positions, and the metal deity that generates water is located in kongwang. The tiangang points to a yang position, which should indicate clear weather; however, all the heavenly generals involved are of the cloud and water type, resulting in a cloudy sky. Family home: The wealth爻 is sandwiched between upper and lower, so wealth is not under one's control; fortunately, the white tiger and official ghost are both in kongwang, so illness and legal troubles can be avoided. Career: The deity that promotes official status has fallen into kongwang, indicating bad fortune for official position. Seeking wealth: Engaging in trade with others seems to have some profit. Marriage: There is a definite tendency for the marriage to succeed.

胎產：課傳六陽，妊必生男。疾病：肝經之病，或腎水不足，虎鬼既空，可以不藥而癒。出行：究竟馬空，行期未定。行人：天罡加孟，尚未起程。出師：行軍甚利，恐進中有阻。

Talent and childbirth: All six positions of the four lessons and three transmissions are yang, so the child must be male. Disease: It is a disease of the liver meridian or insufficient kidney water; since the white tiger and official ghost are in the empty position, the illness can recover without medication. Travel: The post-horse is in the empty position, so the day of departure is not yet determined. Traveler: The tiangang is placed on the four young positions, so the person has not yet started the journey. Military campaign: The military expedition is very favorable, but there might be obstacles on the way forward.

畢法云：初遭夾克不由己，后合占婚豈用媒。精蘊：三月酉將未時占何日升遷，曰：到任後第三年七月戊寅日辰時得升信。蓋青龍乘午加辰，與甲隔三位，故曰三年(視青龍下神與日隔幾位而定其年)。戌與辰隔七位，故云七月(視青龍下神與支隔幾位而定其月)。午火生寅，寅中有戊，故曰戊寅(視天盤長生之神，以定其日)。青龍所乘之下是辰，故曰辰時(視青龍之地盤而定其時)。至於武官之占，則視太常。

The "Bifa Fu" says: "At the beginning, being sandwiched between Jia and Ke, one cannot act freely," meaning that the first transmission is sandwiched between Jia and Ke, and the matter is not under one's control. "Later, when the Heavenly Empress and Liu He appear together, marriage does not require a matchmaker," meaning that when the Heavenly Empress and Liu He are both present, marriage divination does not need a matchmaker. The "Jingyun" records an ancient example: in the third lunar month, using the You general, at the Wei hour, asking about which day one would be promoted. The divination states that one will receive the news of promotion on the fifth day of the seventh lunar month, three years after taking office. The method is: the Azure Dragon rides on Wu and is placed on Chen. Wu and the lodgment palace of Jia (Yin) are three positions apart, so it is three years (determine the number of years by the distance between the Azure Dragon's lower god and the day stem). Xu and Chen are seven positions apart, so it is the seventh month (determine the month by the distance between the Azure Dragon's lower god and the day branch). Wu fire generates Yin wood, and Yin contains Wu earth, so it is the day of Wu Yin (determine the day by the long life god on the heavenly plate). The Azure Dragon's god is on Chen, so it is the Chen hour (determine the hour by the Azure Dragon's position on the earth plate). As for divination about the promotion of a military officer, one should instead look at Tai Chang.

課體：知一，進茹。課義：晝傳盜休，賴爾亥水，末助初財，交居和美。解曰：三傳皆火，盜甲木之氣，難免休囚。幸賴支上之亥水，足以治之。初傳辰土，下被卯克，上被合傷，財非己有。幸末傳之午火，生起初傳之辰土，亦可以復作我家之財矣。干支上下卯與戌合，寅與亥合，交車作合，可謂和美之甚也。斷曰：知一之卦，事有兩歧，孕或奇偶。賓主既合，事罔不濟，但不免有進寸退尺之象。

The "lesson pattern" refers to the overall structure of the divination. In this case, it is "Zhi Yi" and "Jin Ru": both lessons are instances where the lower god overcomes the upper god, and the one with the same yin-yang relationship as the day stem is chosen for the initiating transmission, called "Zhi Yi"; the "three transmissions" (initial, middle, and final transmissions) proceed in sequence as Chen, Si, and Wu, which is called "Jin Ru." The "lesson meaning" is a four-line rhyming passage that describes: the divination was cast during the day, and the three transmissions, which are all fire, consume the day stem Jia Wood, causing it to become weak and confined. However, the亥 water in the day branch rescues it. The final transmission then supports the initial transmission's wealth god, resulting in a harmonious combination of the heavenly stem and earthly branch. Detailed explanation: the three transmissions are very fiery, completely draining the original strength of Jia Wood, making the day stem inevitably weak. Fortunately, the亥 water in the day branch nurtures the wood, providing sufficient relief. The initial transmission, Chen earth, is originally the wealth god of Jia Wood, but it is attacked by卯 wood below and restrained by the combined god above, so this wealth is not truly belonging to the person. Fortunately, the final transmission, Wu fire, supports the initial transmission, Chen earth, so the wealth will eventually return to the person. The Jia stem is located in the palace of寅, with卯 on top of寅, and卯 combines with the day branch戌. On戌, there is亥, which combines with寅. The two combinations form a harmonious and beautiful pattern. Overall conclusion: "Zhi Yi" indicates that the matter has two possible paths, and if asking about pregnancy, it is difficult to determine the gender. The host and guest have already combined, so all matters can be accomplished, but there is inevitably a situation where one step forward leads to one step back, and the gains do not outweigh the losses.

天時：天罡指卯，龍神飛天，主雨。家宅：子息既多，家亦富饒。求財：大有生意。婚姻：旺夫益子。疾病：不過虛脫之疾，家有良醫，手到病瘥。出行：水路甚吉。行人：尚在中途。出師：持久和解。

Divination on weather: The Tiangang (Chen) is located at the卯 position, and the Azure Dragon (a heavenly general associated with rain, wealth, and auspiciousness) soars upwards. These signs indicate rain. Divination on the household: There will be many children, and the family will become prosperous. Divination on seeking wealth: Business will thrive, and there is great potential. Divination on marriage: The wife will support her husband and benefit the descendants. Divination on illness: It is merely a condition of depleted vital energy, and there is a good physician at home who will cure it with one visit. Divination on travel: Traveling by water is most auspicious. Divination on a person away: The Tiangang is at the仲 position, indicating that the person is still on the way. Divination on military affairs: A prolonged war is advisable, and it will ultimately end in reconciliation.

畢法云：初遭夾克不由己。指南：申將加未占雨曰：龍神飛天，貴人居子，皆行雨之象。神后加亥，明日必雨。中傳辛巳，巳中丙火與辛金化水，又辛壬上見亥子加臨，六日後當連雨。又：丁丑七月午將加巳，占何日大拜。曰：目今尚未可得，且有丁艱之事。蓋仕宦逢羅網，主有此應。目下未得者，緣初傳辰卯相害，勾陳與青龍脫氣也，後俱驗。

The *Bifa Fu* says: If the first transmission is restrained by the two heavenly spirits above and below, then the matter is beyond one's control. The *Liu Ren Zhi Nan* records two examples. The first example uses the month general of Shen added to the hour of Wei to cast a divination about rain. The interpretation states: The Azure Dragon is flying in the sky, and the Nobleman (Tianyi, the first among the Twelve Heavenly Generals) is seated at the position of Zi water, both indicating signs of rain; the Shenhou (Zi spirit) is added on Hai, so rain will certainly come tomorrow. The middle transmission is Si, and the hidden heavenly stem in the ten-day cycle is Xin metal. The hidden stems within Si include Bing fire and Xin metal, which combine to form water. Moreover, the positions of Xin and Ren also see Hai and Zi added upon them, so there will be continuous rain six days later. The second example is from the year Dingchou, seventh month, with the month general of Wu added to the hour of Si to cast a divination about when one can receive a high official position. The interpretation states: One cannot obtain it at present, and there will be the death of a parent. Officials encountering the "Heavenly Net and Earthly Trap" pattern are precisely in such situations. The reason for not being able to obtain it now is because the first transmission, Chen, is harmed by Mao. The Gou Chen and Azure Dragon are also weakened. Both examples were later verified.

課體：伏吟，自任，斬關。課義：支夜三武，三勾可慮，末馬遁辛，特來相苦。解曰：支乘三武，既防其盜干矣，干又乘三勾以克支，豈不可慮乎。末傳巳乃驛馬，旬遁乘辛，又來傷干，則所以苦我者，非一端而矣。

The lesson pattern is "Hidden Chant," "Self-Assignment," and "Cutting the Gate." When the Heaven Plate and Earth Plate are completely overlapping, it is called "Hidden Chant." Taking the heavenly general on the day stem to initiate the transmission is called "Self-Assignment." If the three transmissions include the buried spirit and the post-horse, and the main spirit indicates separation and movement, it is called "Cutting the Gate." The four lines of the lesson meaning say: At night, the lesson is started, and the day branch is occupied by three layers of Black Tortoise (a heavenly general associated with theft and secret matters). The day stem is also occupied by three layers of Gou Chen (a heavenly general associated with conflict and detention), which attacks the day branch. This is indeed concerning. The final transmission is in the hour of Si, which is the post-horse, and the hidden metal (metal hidden in the ten heavenly stems) emerges from the ten-day cycle, specially coming to injure the day stem. Detailed explanation: The day branch being occupied by Black Tortoise already requires vigilance against theft of the day stem. The day stem is also occupied by Gou Chen, which attacks the day branch. How can there not be worry? The final transmission in Si is both the post-horse and the hidden metal, which comes to injure the day stem. This shows that the troubles coming my way are not from a single source.

斷曰：自任之卦，占靜則宜，占動則滯。甲而未圻，屈而未伸。又名斬關，有隱遁之形，無安貞之象。伏吟有馬須言動，今末傳之馬，遁辛傷廠，又不利於動也。末助初財，卻遁庚鬼又乘勾陳，必有爭鬥之事，或因財涉訟，致起禍端。

Total interpretation: This is a "Self-Responsibility" divination chart. It is suitable for static matters but indicates obstruction for dynamic matters; it is like a seed whose shell has not yet split, bent but unable to stretch out. This chart is also known as "Cutting the Gate," which shows a form of concealment and concealment, yet lacks the appearance of stability and firmness. In a Hidden Chant (Hidden Chant) chart, the Post-horse (Post-horse) should be considered in terms of movement, but now the Post-horse in the final transmission has escaped to Xin Metal (Xin Metal) to injure the day stem, which is actually unfavorable for reckless movement. The final transmission supports the initial transmission's wealth爻 (wealth element), but the initial transmission's辰旬 (Chen旬) has escaped to Geng Metal (Geng Metal), which is the official ghost ofYi Wood (Yi Wood), and it is also riding on Gou Chen (Gou Chen), indicating disputes or litigation over wealth, which may lead to trouble.

天時：日上乘土神土將，陰而不雨。家宅：有一好子，未免勞碌。求名：不利。求財：防起爭端。婚姻：闇昧不吉。胎產：女孕。疾病：初末傳遁得庚辛二鬼，必係肝經受病，然人克病症，不久自痊。出行：青龍乘馬，一路平安。行人：久於稽留，近日將至。出師：尚無吉兆。

Divination on the weather: The day stem is accompanied by the Earth god and Earth general, indicating only clouds but no rain. Divination on the family home: There is a good son, but the person themselves will not be free from toil. Divination on official rank: Unfavorable. Divination on seeking wealth: Be cautious of disputes over money. Divination on marriage: Hidden and unfavorable. Divination on pregnancy: The child to be born is a girl. Divination on illness: Both the first and final transmissions of the ten days' cycle show the officials and ghosts of the metal element, indicating damage to the liver meridian, but the person's energy can overcome the illness, and it will soon recover. Divination on travel: The Azure Dragon is riding the post-horse, indicating a safe journey. Divination on a missing person: The person has been detained for a long time, and will arrive soon. Divination on military affairs: There is still no favorable sign.

畢法云：支墳財並旅程稽。纂義云：自高自大，自逞自是，稜角太過，由此誤事。勾留不快，屈而未伸。自家不是，反怨別人。秘要云：乙亥日見丑為財，上乘旬丁，夜乘白虎，必出入求財，或因妻妾而動。心印賦云：乙庚用起見天罡，地上同辰亦此方，預防爭奪見乖張。

The "Bifa Fu" says: If the day branch is in the墓 position and wealth is also present, the person's journey will certainly be delayed. The "Liu Ren Zuan Yi" says: This type of divination indicates that the person is self-important, arrogant, and overly assertive, leading to mistakes due to excessive exposure. They are constantly hindered and unable to proceed smoothly, remaining in a lower position without room to expand. They know their own faults but blame others instead. The "Liu Ren Mi Yao" says: On an Yihai day, if the丑 is seen as the wealth hexagram, and it is occupied by the Ding spirit of the current ten-day cycle, and if it is also occupied by the White Tiger in a night divination, it indicates that the person will certainly be traveling back and forth in pursuit of wealth, or will take action regarding matters related to wife or concubine. The "Xin Yan Fu" says: On a Yi day or a Geng day, if the initiating transmission meets the Tiangang, and the Earth Plate is also in the position of Chen, one should be cautious of disputes and discord.

課體：元首，斬關，勵德，閉口。課義：退入鬼藩，幸而空焉，病防再至，煞號銷魂。解曰：初財兩陰相夾，乙不敢取，次第退歸於酉申，是入於鬼域也。幸申酉皆空，不能為害。倘遇出旬，鬼復填實，安知病癒者，不再發也。乙日金鬼本空，出旬則實，謂之銷魂煞。遇年命有救，乃可無妨。斷曰：旺祿臨身，宜占食祿。凡百所占，咸宜守舊。但踏腳空亡，當奮力前進，方為有功。苟首鼠兩端，即陷於空敗之鄉，禍且不測矣。

The lesson pattern is "Yuan Shou," "Zhan Guan," "Li De," and "Bi Kou." "Yuan Shou" refers to the first transmission where the upper god overcomes the lower god and initiates the transmission. "Zhan Guan" is when the three transmissions include the tomb and horse, indicating separation and escape. "Li De" means the day's stem is in the position of the day's fortune, suggesting the need to maintain integrity and self-discipline. "Bi Kou" means the path is blocked by kongwang, and communication is cut off. The four lines of the lesson meaning state: the wealth爻 retreats step by step, eventually entering the territory of the official ghost. Fortunately, the ghost falls in "Xun Kong" (a branch without a matching heavenly stem in the current ten-day cycle, thus being empty and ineffective), so it cannot cause harm for now. However, the illness should be guarded against as it may recur. This Inauspicious Sha is called "Xiao Hun." Detailed explanation: the first transmission is戌土, which is the wealth of Yi Wood. It is surrounded by two yin gods, so Yi Wood does not dare to use it and retreats step by step to酉 and申, entering the territory of the ghost. Fortunately, both申 and酉 fall in the旬空, so they cannot harm for now. However, once the current ten-day cycle is over, the ghost becomes real and effective. Those who have recovered from illness cannot be sure they will not relapse. The 金鬼 of 乙 day originally falls in the旬空, but once the cycle ends, it becomes real, hence called "Xiao Hun"煞. It is necessary for the person to have a saving god in their birth year and destiny to avoid harm. Overall conclusion: the day's fortune is on the day's stem, which is most suitable for asking about salary and food. All matters should be based on maintaining the old ways. However, standing on kongwang, one must strive forward to achieve success. If hesitating between two options, one will fall into a place of emptiness and failure, leading to unpredictable misfortunes.

天時：畢宿與水母皆空，龍神與六合相併，出旬大雨。家宅：卯與戌合，宜室宜家之象。仕宦：申酉之歲，或三秋之月，必能遂意。求財：戌上加陰，未免從驚危中得來。婚姻：干支相合，洵是佳婦佳兒。胎產：上強下弱，男妊產速。求謀：凡事俱有關隔，必待成後獲利。疾病：課體關格，恐是隔食氣阻之疾，或肝脾受病，速治可愈；若至出旬，病必有加。出行：支干相合，不能速行，出旬有實，沖卯乃行。行人：天罡加孟，尚未啟行。出師：和解為上，防有損失。

Divination on weather: The mansion of Bi Xu (which governs rain) and the position of Shen (which governs water) are both empty, while the Azure Dragon is combined with Liu He (a harmonizing general). There will be heavy rain only after the current ten-day period. Divination on the household: The branch of Mao combines with Xu, indicating a favorable sign for a harmonious home. Divination on career: In the years of Shen or You or during the three months of autumn, one will certainly achieve one's wishes. Divination on wealth: The position of Xu has the Tai Yin (a general governing secrecy), meaning wealth must be obtained through some risk. Divination on marriage: The heavenly stem and earthly branch combine, indicating a good wife and a good husband. Divination on pregnancy and childbirth: The upper is strong and the lower is weak, indicating a male child and a quick delivery. Divination on planning matters: There are many obstructions everywhere, and profit can only be gained after the matter is completed. Divination on illness: The lesson pattern indicates a blockage, possibly a choking or obstruction of qi, or damage to the liver and spleen. If not treated promptly, the illness may worsen after the current ten-day period. Divination on travel: The combination of heavenly stem and earthly branch creates a hindrance, making quick travel impossible. One should wait until the ten-day period is over, and when the卯 wood is filled and opened, then depart. Divination on a missing person: The Tiangang (a general) is placed in the first position, indicating that the person has not yet started the journey. Divination on military matters: Peaceful resolution is the best strategy, and one should be cautious to avoid losses.

畢法云：旺祿臨身徒妄作，鬼乘天乙乃神祇，踏腳空亡進用宜。課經云：乙亥日戌加亥為用，為魁度天門。凡占皆被阻格。纂義云：占產在甲申旬中生，盜逃在甲申旬中獲。

The *Bi Fa Fu* says: When the day's禄 is strong and present at the self's position, it tends to lead to reckless actions; when the official ghost is riding on the nobleman, it indicates that household deities are causing disturbances. Standing on the empty and lost position, one should strive forward. The *Liu Ren Ke Jing* says: On the Yihai day, with the戌 added to the亥 for the initiating transmission, it is called "Kui Du Tian Men" (Hekui crossing over the Tianmen at the亥 position), and whatever is questioned will be obstructed. The *Liu Ren Zuan Yi* says: For this type of divination regarding childbirth, the child will be born within the Jiashen decade; for divination regarding thieves or fugitives, they will be captured within the Jiashen decade.

課體：遙克，蒿矢，泆女，寡宿。課義：交車雖美，所畏蒿矢，熟視初傳，全無威勢。解曰：干上寅木與支神亥水作六合，支上酉金與干寄辰土作六合，交車相合，凡事皆美。所畏者蒿矢帶金為有鏃，力足以傷人。細觀發用之酉，已作旬空，又謂之遺鏃。矢既無鏃，又何威勢之足畏哉。三傳乃三旬空亡，凡事散亂。斷曰：遙克蒿矢，已屬疏遠。今又空亡，是毫無影響。喜既虛聲，憂亦泡影。止宜交關財利，及合本經營，或有俾益。課體泆女、寡宿，大不宜占婚姻。

The lesson pattern is "remote control," "hao shi," "yi nu," and "guasu": since there is no mutual control among the four lessons, only the distant controlling deity is taken as the initiating transmission, called "remote control." Among these, if a deity controls the day, it is like an arrow made of reed stalks shooting from afar, called "hao shi." When the Heavenly Empress and Liu He appear together, it signifies private affairs between men and women, called "yi nu." If the day branch is alone without a match, it is called "guasu." The four lines of the lesson meaning say: the day stem and day branch cross and form a harmonious relationship, which is a good thing, but what is feared is this "hao shi." Upon closer examination of the first transmission, it actually has no power. Detailed explanation: the寅 wood on the day stem combines with the亥 water on the day branch, and the酉 gold on the day branch combines with the乙 wood in the辰 soil, forming a cross combination, which brings good fortune in all matters. What is feared is the "hao shi" with metal, as the arrow has an iron tip, which is strong enough to harm. Upon closer examination, the initiating transmission of酉 gold has fallen into the empty旬, which is like the arrow tip falling off; since the arrow has no tip, what power is there to fear? All three transmissions fall into the empty旬, so all matters are scattered and unproductive. Overall conclusion: "remote control" and "hao shi" are already distant and powerless, and now they also meet the empty旬, which is even more without effect. Joy is empty talk, sorrow is a mirage. It is only suitable for trade and profit-making, or business ventures, which may bring some benefit. Since the lesson pattern is "yi nu" and "guasu," it is most unsuitable for inquiries about marriage.

天時：日上晝乘朱雀，夜乘天空，畢宿落陷，晴而有風之象。家宅：室內空虛，必居嫠婦；財爻雖現，取之攖禍。功名：官星落空，填實可望。求財：財乘墓虎，不取免患。婚姻：支上乘空，占婚不吉。胎產：妊恐成女，母空兒實，孕凶產吉。求謀：凡占皆無倚靠。疾病：晝占是積塊之疾，或腎水虛涸之症，雖不能即愈，亦不致大害。逃盜：難獲。出行：從陸路去。行人：天罡加仲，尚在中途。出師：鬼空防詐，不可因糧於敵。

Divination on weather: The day stem is accompanied by the Vermilion Bird (a fire nature heavenly general associated with speech and documents) during the day, and by the Heavenly Void (a heavenly general associated with deceit) at night. The Net mansion is also in a fallen position, indicating clear weather with wind. Divination on the household: The house is empty, mostly occupied by a widow; although wealth signs appear, taking them may bring misfortune. Divination on official rank: The official star is in the void, so one must wait until it is filled to have hope. Divination on seeking wealth: The wealth sign is accompanied by the White Tiger, which is the tomb god; not taking it will avoid misfortune. Divination on marriage: The day branch is in the void, indicating an unfavorable marriage. Divination on pregnancy: The child is likely to be a girl, as the mother is in the void while the child is real; the pregnancy is ominous but childbirth is favorable. Divination on affairs: The matters being divined lack support. Divination on illness: The daytime course indicates a disease of masses or kidney water deficiency; although it cannot be cured immediately, it will not lead to serious harm. Divination on escape and thieves: It is difficult to capture them. Divination on travel: Travel by land. Divination on a traveler: The Tiangang is in the middle position, indicating the person is still on the way. Divination on military affairs: The official ghost is in the void, so one must beware of enemy deception and not expect to take enemy supplies locally.

畢法云：后合占婚豈用媒。秘要云：遙克、昴星、別責，遇發用空陷，將乘元武，定主失脫，此法極驗。又課經云：乙亥日干上寅，支上酉，為交車脫，緣寅木脫亥水，酉金脫辰土。雖相交涉，主彼此各懷脫賺之意。

The "Bifa Fu" says: When the Heavenly Empress and Liu He appear together, the marriage will naturally succeed, and there is no need for a matchmaker. The "Liu Ren Mi Yao" says: If the lesson pattern involves remote overcoming, "Mao Star," or "Different Responsibility," and if the initiating transmission god falls into an empty or afflicted position, and the Heavenly General is riding the Black Tortoise, it will certainly indicate theft or loss of property. This method is extremely effective. The "Liu Ren Ke Jing" also says: On Yihai day, if the day stem is寅 and the day branch is酉, it is called "Jiao Che Tuo." This is because the寅 wood drains the亥 water, and the酉 gold drains the辰 earth. Although both sides have communication and dealings, in reality they each have the intention of deceiving the other.

課體：重審，稼穡，蕪淫，勵德。課義：遞互克伐，不相顧接，財化為鬼，求貴事捷。解曰：干上丑土克支，支上申金克干，不相顧接，而互相剋伐也。三傳皆土，生起支上之申金剋日，是傳財化鬼，財必難取，取必得禍。夫申為夜貴，又為官爻。而三傳財神生之，故求貴之事甚捷也。如病則禱神，訟則求貴，或納粟得官，或乞恩補授。總之利於有官，不利於平人。斷曰：晝占為勵德，利君子而不利小人，更不宜問父母之事，緣三傳克父母爻也，幸賴支上申金，竊土氣而生父母，又遇空亡，仍為不吉。此亦見救不救之例也。

The lesson pattern is "Chong Shen," "Jia Se," "Wu Yin," and "Li De." "Chong Shen" refers to when the lower god controls the upper god and initiates the transmission. "Jia Se" is when all three transmissions are earth. "Wu Yin" means both men and women have outside intentions. The four lines of "Ke Yi" say: the heavenly stem and earthly branch mutually attack each other, not supporting each other; the wealth hexagram transforms into the official ghost; but seeking the nobleman is smooth. Detailed explanation: the earth stem on the day stem, the earth branch on the day branch, attacks the day stem, and the day branch's metal attacks the day stem. Neither supports the other, only attacking each other. All three transmissions are earth, generating the metal on the day branch to attack the day stem. This is called "Chuan Cai Hua Gui": wealth is difficult to obtain, and forcefully obtaining it will bring disaster. However, the metal is the night nobleman and also the official hexagram, and the wealth god in the three transmissions supports it, so seeking the nobleman and seeking official positions is very smooth: if sick, pray to gods; if in litigation, seek the nobleman; or donate grain to obtain an official position, or beg for favor to fill a vacancy. In general, it benefits those with official positions but not common people. Overall conclusion: daytime divination is "Li De," benefiting gentlemen but not commoners, especially not suitable for asking about parents' matters, because the three transmissions attack the parents' hexagram. Although the metal on the day branch steals earth energy to support the parents, it falls into kongwang and remains inauspicious. This is an example of having a remedy being as good as having none.

天時：三傳全土，水母又空，雖則夜有青龍，或待出旬始雨。家宅：財旺生官，只宜出仕之家，常人占之，訟病相擾。功名：不無所費。求財：財多反虧。謁貴：貴人在牖，遇之極易。謀望：耗財無益。婚姻：晝占平平，夜占甚吉。胎產：下強上弱，妊必成女，交車相剋，必有所傷。疾病：晝占乃腎水虛耗，或繫積塊之症。出行：課名遊子，定有所往。行人：天罡加季，行者立至。出師：晝占凶，夜占吉。

Divination on weather: All three transmissions are earth, and the position of metal which governs water is empty. Although there is the Azure Dragon in the night divination, it is likely to rain only after the end of the ten-day period. Divination on the household: Wealth is strong and generates official status, which is suitable only for those with official status. Common people who divinate this will be troubled by lawsuits and illness. Divination on official rank: There will be unavoidable expenses. Divination on seeking wealth: Too much wealth will result in loss. Divination on meeting a nobleman: The nobleman is right by the window, and meeting him is very easy. Divination on plans: Expenses will be incurred without benefit. Divination on marriage: The daytime divination is average, but the nighttime divination is very auspicious. Divination on pregnancy: The lower is strong and the upper is weak, so the child must be female; if the heavenly stem and earthly branch cross and mutually control, there will be some damage during childbirth. Divination on illness: The daytime divination indicates kidney water deficiency or a mass disease. Divination on travel: The lesson is called 'Wandering Child', so one will definitely travel. Divination on a traveler: The Tiangang is added to the season position, so the traveler will arrive immediately. Divination on military matters: The daytime divination is凶, but the nighttime divination is吉.

畢法云：傳財化鬼財休覓，閉口卦體兩般推。三車一覽云：乙上丑，亥上申，不可執，為蕪淫。但先有人相許，後卻不顧耳。秘要云：傳財化鬼，其禍必自宅中發出。唯行年本命上神，能制其鬼，庶無深害。

The "Bifa Fu" says: When wealth in the chart transforms into official ghosts, there is no need to seek for wealth; when the卦 body is "closed mouth," it should be analyzed in two different situations. The "Sancheshiyilan" says: When the ethereal wood (Yi) is in the lodging palace (Jiugong), and there is a丑 on the辰, or a申 on the亥, both situations are unreliable, which is called "Wuyin," meaning that someone previously promised but later turned back on their word. The "Lunin Miyaos" says: When wealth transforms into ghosts, the misfortune will certainly originate from within the family; only when the person's current year and birth year's god can control this ghost will the harm be avoided.

課體：涉害，曲直，泆女。課義：自墓傳生，先迷後醒，晝占家宅，昏晦伶仃。解曰：未乃乙木之墓神，亥乃乙木之長生。初傳未土，末傳亥水，是自墓中傳出長生也，占事先昏晦而後通明。未墓晝乘白虎克宅，墓主闇昧，虎主喪凶，自然宅內多昏晦伶仃之事矣。

The lesson pattern is "涉害", "曲直", and "泆女". When there are more than two instances of mutual control between upper and lower, compare which one is more harmful and use that one, which is called "涉害". If the three transmissions consist of亥, 卯, and 未 forming a wood formation, it is called "曲直". The four lines of the lesson meaning say: the three transmissions originate from the day stem's墓, leading to growth, first being confused and then becoming clear. However, when divining for a household during the day, the household is dark and lonely. Detailed explanation: 未 is the墓 of 乙 wood, and 亥 is the long life of 乙 wood. The first transmission is 未 earth, and the final transmission is 亥 water, which is exactly originating from the墓 to lead to growth, so the matter first appears dark and then becomes clear. 未墓 during the day is occupied by White Tiger, which harms the household. The墓 is dark and obscure, and White Tiger signifies loss and danger, so the household naturally has many dark and lonely matters.

斷曰：課乃見機，傳曰曲直，宜尖上取尖，美中求美。倘或悠柔不決，必至曲屈難伸；又支干相害，不宜占交加之事。利於兄弟，而不利於妻孥。夜占簾幕臨日，利占科第。天后陰神，乘虎亦防斷絃。

General interpretation: The four lessons are named "Seeing Opportunity," and the three transmissions are named "Curved and Straight." It is favorable to seek sharpness in sharpness and perfection in perfection. If one hesitates and lacks decisiveness, it will lead to difficulties in proceeding. Also, due to the mutual harm between the heavenly stem and earthly branch, it is not suitable to consult about matters involving mutual dealings. It benefits brothers but is unfavorable for wife and children. When the lesson is cast at night, the "Lanmu" (Night Nobleman) is present on the day stem, which is favorable for consulting about imperial examinations. The spiritual ghost of the Heavenly Empress is also riding the White Tiger, so one should beware of the loss of wife and broken strings.

天時：大罡指陽，水母空陷，木局上風，晴而有風。家宅：自墓傳生，先凶後吉，日漸光明之象。仕宦：晝夜皆有簾幕，占試甚利。求財：不能如意，取之有禍。謁貴：事干兩貴。婚姻：支干克害，占婚不吉。胎產：上強下弱，男妊；子母相害，難產。疾病：腎水不足之疾，或有痞積，病症克人，宜慎宜謹。出行：陸路可行。行人：天罡加孟，尚未啟行。逃亡：難獲。出師：晝夜皆凶。

Divination on the weather: The Tiangang points to the yang position, the position of the monkey (申) which represents water is empty, the wood element is active and causes wind, indicating a clear sky with wind. Divination on the household: The growth (长生) comes from the tomb (墓), first there will be misfortune but later it will turn to good fortune, the family's fortune will gradually brighten. Divination on official career: There are noblemen (贵人) in both day and night positions, which is very favorable for examinations. Divination on seeking wealth: It will not be satisfactory, forcefully obtaining it will bring disaster. Divination on meeting noblemen: The matter involves noblemen in both day and night positions. Divination on marriage: The heavenly stems and earthly branches mutually control and harm each other, indicating an unfavorable marriage. Divination on pregnancy: The upper is strong and the lower is weak, indicating a male fetus; however, the mother and child mutually harm each other, there is a risk of difficult childbirth. Divination on illness: It is a disease of insufficient kidney water, or there are lumps and accumulations, the illness can harm people, one must be cautious. Divination on travel: Traveling by land is feasible. Divination on a traveler: The Tiangang is on the first position (孟位), the person has not yet started the journey. Divination on escape: It is difficult to capture. Divination on military affairs: Both day and night divinations indicate bad outcomes.

畢法云：貴雖坐獄宜臨干，支乘墓虎有伏尸，干墓並關人宅廢，彼此猜忌害相隨，合中犯殺蜜中砒。纂義云：未為干墓，臨支克支，上乘白虎，宅中必有伏尸為禍。課經云：亥年正月，亥將加卯為災厄課，蓋未為喪車，乘死氣加亥，又為歲虎故也。

The "Bifa Fu" says: Although the Nobleman is seated in the position of imprisonment, if he approaches the Day Stem, it is still considered appropriate; if the Day Branch carries the Tomb Spirit (mound spirit) and also carries the White Tiger, there will be a corpse lying in the house; if the墓 of the Day Stem is also locked up, both the person and the house will decline; there is mutual suspicion and harmful qi follows; in harmony, there is an Inauspicious Sha (auspicious evil), like sweet honey containing arsenic. The "Liu Ren Zuan Yi" says: The earth branch "Wei" is the墓 of the wood stem "Yi", if "Wei" is placed upon the Day Branch and further attacks the Day Branch, and also carries the White Tiger above, there must be hidden corpses causing disturbances in the house. The "Liu Ren Ke Jing" says: In the first month of the亥 year, take the亥 as the Month General placed upon the卯, forming the "Disaster and Misfortune Lesson", because "Wei" is the丧车 (funeral carriage), carrying death qi and placed upon the亥 position, it also becomes the year's tiger.

課體：重審，不備。課義：中丁初脫，空鬼居末，幸遇支生，死而後活。解曰：初傳午火，為乙木之脫氣。中傳丑土，上乘遁丁。末傳申金，乃日干之官鬼，空亡無氣。則三傳之中，無一佳境。而午又為乙木之死地，若非支神之亥水相生，安能死而復活乎。

The lesson pattern is "Chong Shen" and "Bu Bei": when the four lessons are not complete and only form three, it is called "Bu Bei." The four lines of the lesson meaning explain that the middle transmission is riding on the Ding spirit of the middle ten days, the first transmission drains the day stem, the empty official ghost is in the final transmission, and fortunately the day branch亥 water supports, thus achieving revival from death. Detailed explanation: the first transmission is the fire of午, which is the draining and escaping energy of the wood of乙; the middle transmission is the earth of丑, which is occupied by the Ding spirit that has emerged in this ten-day cycle; the final transmission is the metal of申, which is the official ghost of the day stem, but it falls into Kongwang and has no strength. It is evident that none of the three transmissions are in a favorable position.午 is also the death place of乙 wood; without the support of亥 water from the day branch, how could it revive from death?

斷曰：支干皆刑，又復相剋，賓主不投，室家不睦。事起於女，患由於下。凡百所占，皆勿通利。末傳空亡，不如退守為佳。乙亥日午加亥為用，為恩多怨深格，緣干生初傳，初傳生中傳，中傳生末傳，是為恩也。末傳剋日干，是反成仇也。支加干生干，為自在格。

Overall interpretation: Both the heavenly stem and earthly branch involve mutual punishment, and they also mutually control each other, indicating that the host and guest are not in harmony, and family members are not in agreement. The matter is initiated by a woman, and the disaster comes from the lower people. Whatever is being questioned, it will not be smooth. The final transmission falls into an empty position, so it is better to retreat. On the Yihai day, the transmission starts with Wu added to Hai, which belongs to the pattern of "abundant favor but deep resentment": the day stem generates the first transmission, the first transmission generates the middle transmission, and the middle transmission generates the final transmission, with a continuous generation indicating favor; however, the final transmission turns back to control the day stem, turning favor into enmity. The day branch is added onto the day stem and then generates the day stem, which is called the "free and easy pattern."

天時：天罡指畢，課體陽不備，青龍乘丁，皆為雨象。家宅：宅來生人，主發財丁。仕宦：靜守生氣，恐防不久。求財：主得婦女之財。謁貴：貴人空陷，恐不能遇。婚姻：支來加干，女家俯就。胎產：二陽包陰，上弱下強，恐是女孕。疾病：金鬼克木，肝經之症，然已空陷，不藥可愈。出行：晝占不利，夜占水路甚吉。行人：天罡加仲，尚在中途。出師：宜守生氣，糧儲足備。

Divination on weather: The Tiangang points to the Net mansion, the lesson pattern is yang not complete, and the Azure Dragon is riding the Ding spirit, all indicating rain. Divination on the household: The household qi comes to benefit people, indicating wealth and a new child. Divination on career: Keeping still and guarding the life qi is still acceptable, but fear it cannot last long. Divination on seeking wealth: It indicates gaining wealth from women. Divination on meeting a nobleman: The nobleman is in an empty and fallen position, fearing not being able to meet. Divination on marriage: The day branch is added to the day stem, indicating the woman is willing to compromise. Divination on pregnancy: Two yangs surround one yin, with the upper weak and the lower strong, suggesting the fetus is likely female. Divination on illness: Metal ghost controls wood, indicating a liver meridian illness, but the ghost has fallen into emptiness, so even without medicine it can recover. Divination on travel: Starting the lesson during the day is not favorable, but starting it at night and traveling by water is very auspicious. Divination on a traveler: The Tiangang is added to the middle position, indicating the person is still on the way. Divination on military affairs: It is advisable to hold fast to the life qi area, and to have sufficient supplies of grain and fodder.

畢法云：閉口卦體兩般推。課經云：乙亥日，午加亥為用，不利仕宦，惟利常人。蓋末傳之申金為官鬼，既被初傳午火所傷，又被中傳丑土所墓，復兼空陷，是申金全無氣象矣，復何畏哉。

The "Bifa Fu" says that the卦 (divination chart) with the "closed mouth" pattern should be analyzed in two different situations. The "Liu Ren Ke Jing" states that on a Yihai day, with the Wu (午) added to Hai (亥) as the initiating transmission, it is unfavorable for those seeking official positions but beneficial for ordinary people. This is because the final transmission's Shen (申) metal, which originally represents official ghosts, is injured by the first transmission's Wu (午) fire, and also taken into the tomb by the middle transmission's Chou (丑) earth. Moreover, it falls into an empty and hidden position, so the Shen metal has completely lost its strength, and there is nothing to fear.

課體：反吟，元胎。課義：晝將凶惡，須防有失，動則雙雙，費用不值。解曰：巳為乙木之脫氣，晝乘白虎，既極凶惡，夜乘元武，豈免遺失乎。傳有兩馬，來往不已，是動則雙雙也。亥之生我也少，已之脫我也多，其費用豈小哉。斷曰：反吟之卦，反覆呻吟，變遷不常，得失無定，主宅舍動移之事。巳乘白虎加亥，主小兒有咽喉之病，及木器櫥櫃鎖有傷損，或車船有翻覆之患。支馬臨絕，行人即來。

The lesson pattern is "Reverse Chant" and "Original Embryo": when the gods on the Heaven Plate and Earth Plate each clash with one another, it is called "Reverse Chant." When something goes from nothing to existence, like the beginning of a pregnancy, it is called "Original Embryo." The four lines of "Lesson Meaning" say: the heavenly general during the day is fierce and evil, so one should beware of loss; once movement begins, things come in pairs, and expenses are great without value. Detailed explanation:巳 is the place where 乙 wood is exhausted, and the white tiger during the day is extremely fierce and evil. At night, it is the black tortoise, how can loss be avoided? There are two instances of the post-horse in the three transmissions, moving continuously, so it is said that once movement begins, things come in pairs. The amount of亥 water that nourishes me is small, while the amount of巳 fire that drains me is great, so how can expenses be small? Overall conclusion: "Reverse Chant" lessons indicate repeated suffering, constant change, and uncertain gains and losses, often related to moving house. When the white tiger on巳 is placed on亥, it indicates a child suffering from throat illness, damage to wooden cabinets and locks, or the risk of a ship or vehicle capsizing. The post-horse on the day branch is in the place of extinction, so the traveler will arrive immediately.

天時：久晴而始雨，雨而復晴，終是晴多雨少。家宅：來者思去，去者思歸，夜占防盜，失不止一。仕宦：貴祿不見課傳，官星與青龍又皆藏匿，占官不吉。求財：財爻臨身，宜得文書獄卒之財。謁貴：無因致前。婚姻：男亦不貴，女亦欠佳。胎產：妊者防墜，產者防遲，下強上弱，產乃弄瓦。疾病：肺經有疾，或肝經受制，或輕或重，寒熱往來，熱多冷少。出行：陸路可行，水路不吉。行人：天罡加季，行人立至。出師：晝夜占之皆不吉，或損將士，或傷資財，或失盔甲。

Divination on weather: After a long period of clear skies, rain comes, then the weather turns clear again. In the end, there is more clear sky than rain. Divination on the household: Those at home want to go out, and those who have gone out want to return. When casting a divination at night, it is necessary to guard against theft, and theft may occur more than once. Divination on official career: Neither the nobleman nor the official star appears in the four lessons and three transmissions. The official star and the azure dragon are both hidden, which is an inauspicious sign for official matters. Divination on seeking wealth: The wealth element is on the self, which is favorable for obtaining money from official or public sources. Divination on visiting a nobleman: There is no favorable sign for approaching the nobleman. Divination on marriage: The man is not prominent, and the woman is not excellent. Divination on pregnancy and childbirth: Pregnant women should be cautious of miscarriage, and those about to give birth should be cautious of delayed delivery. The lower element is strong and the upper element is weak, indicating the birth of a girl. Divination on illness: There is illness in the lung meridian, or the liver meridian is restricted. The condition may be light or heavy, with alternating cold and heat, but more heat than cold. Divination on travel: Travel by land is favorable, but travel by water is inauspicious. Divination on a traveler: The tiangang is added to the season position, indicating the traveler will arrive immediately. Divination on military matters: Both day and night divinations are inauspicious, possibly resulting in loss of soldiers, damage to property, or loss of armor.

畢法云：虎乘遁鬼殃非淺（晝將）。秘要云：白虎加臨旬內之遁鬼，其禍最深，縱空亡亦不能為救。照膽秘訣云：巳亥中間常缺欠，重求輕得報君知。

The "Bifa Fu" says: When the White Tiger is on the official ghost that has escaped from the ten-day cycle, calamity is severe (referring to the heavenly general during the day). The "Lun Yin Mi Yao" says: When the White Tiger is placed on top of the official ghost that has escaped from the current ten-day cycle, the disaster is most profound, even if it falls into Kongwang, it cannot be saved. The "Zhaodan Miao Jue" says: In the section between巳 and亥, there is often a deficiency, and things often appear heavy when sought but light when obtained. This is hereby informed.

課體：重審，斬關，不備，勵德。課義：空鬼干遇，支乘實墓，用鬼獲財，迤邐克去。解曰：酉乃干鬼，旬空無畏。辰乃支墓，實克亥支，宅必昏晦矣。酉克初傳寅木，寅克中傳未土，未克末傳子水，皆是遞克之財，此所謂用鬼獲財者也。

The lesson pattern is "Re-examination," "Cutting the Gate," "Incompleteness," and "Encouraging Virtue." The four lines of the lesson meaning state: the day stem meets an empty official ghost, yet the day branch rides on a solid tomb god; relying on the official ghost leads to gaining wealth, with a continuous sequence of mutual control through the transmissions. Detailed explanation:酉 is the official ghost of the day stem, but since it falls in the empty旬, there is no need to fear. 辰 is the tomb of the day branch, and it actually controls 亥 branch, indicating a dark household. 酉 metal controls the first transmission's 寅 wood, 寅 wood controls the middle transmission's 未 soil, 未 soil controls the final transmission's 子 water, with a layered sequence of mutual control bringing about wealth, which is called "using the ghost to gain wealth."

斷曰：重審之卦，利上不利下，支干自刑，三傳受制，大約憂喜皆無實在也。三傳全受夾克，寅受陰酉夾克，未受龍寅夾克，子受貴未夾克，不宜干貴求財，恐其致禍。辰就支上，謂避難逃生。

Overall interpretation: The divination indicates that the course "Chong Shen" (Re-examination) is favorable for superiors but not for inferiors. Both the heavenly stem and earthly branch carry punishments, and the three transmissions are also constrained, so overall, there is neither clear worry nor clear joy. The three transmissions are all sandwiched between upper and lower:寅 is sandwiched between Tai Yin and You, 未 is sandwiched between Qing Long and寅, 子 is sandwiched between Guǐ Rén and 未, so it is not advisable to seek the nobleman for financial matters, as it may lead to misfortune. The ethereal wood (Yi) is in the lodging palace of Chen, which moves to the day branch, which is called "avoiding danger and escaping."

天時：水運乎上，箕畢相會，天罡臨亥，風雨大作。家宅：人宅自刑，門衰祚薄。仕宦：官祿兩空，占官不吉。求財：晝占獲財，夜占費力。謁貴：晝占必遇，夜占不吉。婚姻：六合事成，但恐不吉。胎產：下強上弱，占妊成女，支於帶刑，產亦欠利。疾病：脾胃傷食所致，或痢疾之類，喜鬼空無害，但不能即愈。出行：陸路欠安，舟楫不吉。行人：天罡加孟，尚未啟行。出師：晝占中平，夜占防詐。

Divination on weather: Water vapour moves above, indicating the Wind mansion and the Rain mansion converge. The Tiangang star is at the亥 position, so there will certainly be strong winds and heavy rain. Divination on the household: The person and the house mutually harm each other, the gate is declining, and fortune is shallow. Divination on official career: The official star and the禄 god are both empty, so it is not auspicious for official matters. Divination on seeking wealth: If the lesson is cast in the daytime, wealth can be obtained; if cast at night, effort is wasted. Divination on meeting a nobleman: If the lesson is cast in the daytime, meeting is certain; if cast at night, it is not auspicious. Divination on marriage: There is the Liu He god to facilitate matters, but the outcome may be unsatisfactory. Divination on pregnancy: The lower is strong and the upper is weak, indicating a female fetus; with branches and stems involving punishment, childbirth will not be smooth. Divination on illness: The illness is caused by injury to the spleen and stomach, or possibly dysentery; it is fortunate that the official ghost is empty and there is no major harm, but recovery will not be quick. Divination on travel: Land travel is unstable, and water travel is also not auspicious. Divination on a traveler: The Tiangang star is at the beginning position, so the person has not yet started the journey. Divination on military affairs: If the lesson is cast in the daytime, it is average; if cast at night, beware of enemies deceiving.

畢法云：避難逃生須棄舊，干支全傷防兩損，賓主不投刑在上。要覽云：乙亥日，干上酉，支上辰。干支上神作六合，但支上神為日之財，反生干上之鬼，有求榮反辱之象。乙日干上見六合乘酉，謂之對神隔將，玉成歌曰：對神隔將主人離，辰上逢之宅破期。

The *Bifa Fu* says: To avoid danger and escape must abandon the old situation; if both the heavenly stem and earthly branch are injured, one should beware of mutual loss; if the host and guest do not harmonize, it is because of the presence of a crime in the upper position. The *Lunin Yaojian* says: On the day of Yihai, the day stem is You, and the day branch is Chen. Although the heavenly stem and earthly branch form the Liu He, the heavenly stem of the day branch, which is originally the wealth of the day stem, turns to nourish the official ghost on the day stem, indicating a situation where one seeks honor but receives disgrace. On the day of Yi, when the Liu He is on the day stem and rides on You, it is called "opposite god blocking the general." The *Yucheng Ge* says: "Opposite god blocking the general" indicates separation of the master, and when it meets Chen, it signifies the time of the house breaking down.

課體：重審，曲直，泆女，喪門。課義：官貴無補，夜祿乘虎，宅雖旺臨，晝乘元武。解曰：申金為乙木之官星，夜貴又臨其上，俱為空陷，是無補益也。卯為日祿，臨於亥上，雖則旺相，然夜虎驚憂，晝元費耗，亦何益之有。酉為乙木之胎神，今作空亡，受下神巳火之克，為損孕格。占產當日便生，占孕恐致損墮。斷曰：曲直之卦，事因同類，起廠女子，有孟濟未濟之象。申雖日鬼臨身，緣是貴人，切勿作鬼祟目之。占病是神祇為患，又謂之閒貴人，不宜占訟。

The lesson pattern is "Chong Shen" (Re-examination), "Qu Zhi" (Curved and Straight), "Yu Nu" (Foolish Woman), and "Sang Men" (Mourning-and-Condolence Spirit): the three transmitters are亥, 卯, and 未, which form a wood trinity, and since wood has the nature of being curved and straight, it is called "Qu Zhi." The four lines of the lesson meaning say: the official star and nobleman are of no help to me, and in the night divination, the day's禄 is riding on the White Tiger; although the family residence has a prosperous and strong禄, it is riding on the Black Tortoise in the day. Detailed explanation: 申 metal is the official star of 乙 wood, and the night nobleman is also on it, but both are falling into emptiness and decline, offering me no benefit. 卯 is the day's禄, located on 亥 water, although it is prosperous and strong, but in the night divination, it is riding on the White Tiger, bringing alarm and worry, and in the day divination, it is riding on the Black Tortoise, causing expenditure, so what benefit is there? 酉 is the fetal god of 乙 wood, now falling into emptiness and being overcome by the fire below at 巳, forming the "Shen Yun Ge" (Damage to Pregnancy Pattern): if divining about childbirth, the child will be born that day; if divining about pregnancy, there is a risk of miscarriage. Overall conclusion: the "Qu Zhi" lesson arises from peers and similar things, originating from a woman, with a mixture of both completion and non-completion. Although 申 is the official star affecting the day, it is also a nobleman, so it should not be regarded as a demon. If divining about illness, it is the interference of deities, which is called "Xian Guiren" (Idle Nobleman), and it is not suitable for divining about lawsuits.

天時：天罡指陽，日上皆空，曲直生火，大晴之象。家宅：旺祿臨亥，家道必豐，但嫌元虎，不甚安寧。仕宦：官星與貴人皆空，求官不吉。求財：青龍與財父發用，急宜取之，遲則不得。謁貴：夜貴臨干，夜占甚吉。婚姻：男嫌貴空，女嫌將凶，且恐不就。胎產：母實兒空，恐不成胎。疾病：肝脾之病，恐難痊好。出行：陸路空克，水路驚憂。行人：日馬不見，天罡加孟，行者未歸。出師：晝占無成，夜亦不吉。

Divination on the weather: The Tiangang points to the Yang position, and all the deities on the day stem are empty. The curved and straight wood formation gives birth to fire, indicating a very clear and sunny day. Divination on the household: The prosperous and noble position is on the亥 position, meaning the family's fortune will certainly be abundant, but there is a worry about the Black Tortoise and White Tiger being in charge, which is not very peaceful. Divination on official positions: The official star and nobleman are both empty, indicating an inauspicious sign for seeking official positions. Divination on seeking wealth: The Azure Dragon, wealth爻, and parent爻 all initiate transmission together, so one should hurry to take it, or else it will be lost. Divination on visiting noble people: The night nobleman is on the day stem, indicating that starting a lesson at night is very auspicious. Divination on marriage: The man is worried about the nobleman being empty, and the woman is worried about the Heavenly General beingvicious, so it is likely that the marriage will not be successful. Divination on pregnancy: The mother is real but the child is empty, indicating that pregnancy may not be possible. Divination on illness: It is a disease of the liver and spleen, and it is likely to be difficult to recover. Divination on travel: Land travel is empty and subject to conflict, while water travel has unexpected worries. Divination on a missing person: The Post-horse not seeing the sun, and the Tiangang is added to the beginning position, indicating that the person who has left home has not yet returned. Divination on military matters: Starting a lesson in the daytime will not be successful, and starting one at night is also inauspicious.

畢法云：權攝不正祿臨支，貴雖坐獄宜臨干，鬼乘天乙乃神祇，二貴皆空虛喜期，干墓並關人宅廢。指南：戊子二月亥將加未，占兵曰：游都居西南戀生，且離日辰遠，賊符臨干支，水陸必有伏兵。然乘死絕之氣，且初傳休囚夾克，末傳建旺制初，是守堅敵弱，不能持久。至丑年會金破局，即難支矣。

The "Bi Fa Fu" says: The position of an official is not properly named because the禄神 is present in the day branch; although the nobleman is sitting in a position of imprisonment, if it is present in the day stem, it is still considered appropriate; the official ghost riding on the heavenly nobleman indicates divine disturbances; when two noblemen are in an empty position, it is just a false joy; when the day stem's墓 is locked together, both person and dwelling will decline. The "Liu Yin Zhi Nan" records a case: In the year Wuzi, second month, with the month general亥 added to the hour of Wei, the divination about military affairs concluded: The star You Du is located in the southwest and is attached to the direction of life qi, and it is far from the day branch; the thief symbol is present in the stem and branch, indicating that there must be hidden troops on both land and water routes; however, it is riding on a dead and exhausted qi, the first transmission is weak and confined and is restricted by the夹克, while the final transmission is strong and controls the first transmission, showing that our side is well defended and the enemy's strength is weak, but cannot last long; by the year Chou, the triple harmony forms a metal circle, breaking the enemy's strength, and the enemy will be unable to sustain.

課體：重審，稼穡，飛魂，遊子。課義：錢財遍地，得不償費，兩貴俱空，虎丁可畏。解曰：三傳皆土，作乙木之財，財可謂旺矣。不知反生起支陰之巳火以脫干，是所得不償所費也。申子為乙日之貴人，今皆空陷，是已蒙允許，而被人攙越，不過虛喜而已。至於末傳，乃事之結果。而丑上遁丁，夜乘白虎，寧不可畏之甚乎。斷曰：重審之卦，一日稼穡，有艱難之象。凡事逼迫，不能由己。占者克盡辛勤，方能遂意。華蓋覆日，占行人則不歸，占逃亡則自歸。戌乘朱雀，當有惡犬吠人。

The lesson pattern is "Re-examination," "Cultivation and Harvest," "Flying Soul," and "Wandering Child." The three transmissions are You, Xu, and Chou, all earth, which is like cultivating and harvesting, called "Cultivation and Harvest." The four lines of "Lesson Meaning" say: wealth is everywhere, but the gain does not match the cost; two noblemen are empty, the White Tiger and the Ding spirit are most terrifying. Detailed explanation: the three transmissions are all earth, which is the wealth controlled by the wood stem Yi, so wealth is extremely strong. Who would have thought it would instead generate the hidden fire of the day branch's Yin spirit, Si, to drain the day stem. Therefore, the gain does not match the cost. The two noblemen, Shen and Zi, are the noblemen for the day stem Yi, but now they are both empty and trapped, meaning the matter has already been approved, but someone else has taken the lead, resulting in nothing but empty joy. As for the final transmission, it is the result of the matter, and the final transmission Chou has the hidden Ding spirit, which is occupied by the White Tiger at night, is it not extremely terrifying? Overall conclusion: the lesson pattern "Re-examination" combined with pure earth "Cultivation and Harvest" indicates a difficult omen. All matters are forced, one cannot take the initiative, the person seeking the divination must endure great hardship to achieve their desires. The Huagai covers the day stem, if it is about a traveler, they will not return; if it is about an escape, the person will return by themselves. Xu is occupied by the Vermilion Bird, there will be fierce barking from evil dogs.

天時：日已被墓，青龍昇天，天罡指陰，必然大雨。家宅：寅為乙木之兄弟，居宅脫宅，恐被失脫。仕宦：二貴皆空，占官不吉。求財：傳財太旺，反無所得。謁貴：恐不能遇。婚姻：日辰相剋，占婚不吉。胎產：晝占猶吉，夜占難產。疾病：肝氣受傷，或目痛腹疼。子孫乘虎，醫人不見效。出行：晝占陸路可行，夜占皆所不吉。行人：課名遊子，不能即返。出師：將不得力，夜占防敗。

Divination on weather: The day stem has been captured by the tomb god, the azure dragon ascends to heaven, and the tiangang points to the yin position, which definitely indicates heavy rain. Divination on the household: The寅 is the brother of the 乙 wood, residing in the house and draining the house's energy, which suggests the possibility of theft. Divination on career: Both noblemen are in an empty position, which is unfavorable for officialdom. Divination on seeking wealth: The wealth in the transmission is too strong, resulting in nothing gained. Divination on meeting a nobleman: It is likely that one will not meet them. Divination on marriage: The day and the hour are in mutual control, which is unfavorable for marriage. Divination on pregnancy: A daytime divination is favorable, but a nighttime one indicates difficulty in childbirth. Divination on illness: The liver is injured, or there is eye pain or stomach pain; the descendants' element is occupied by the white tiger, and the doctor will be ineffective. Divination on travel: A daytime divination allows travel by land, but a nighttime one indicates all directions are unfavorable. Divination on a missing person: The lesson is named 'Woyi' (Wanderer), and the person cannot return soon. Divination on military affairs: The general is ineffective, and a nighttime divination warns of possible defeat.

畢法云：賓主不投刑在上，於墓並關人宅廢；華蓋覆日人昏晦，二貴皆空虛喜期。纂要云：乙亥日未加辰，秋占，與關神相併，主人口衰替。假若加臨干支上，則為宅廢也。倘墓神作生氣，必作庫務差遣。不求自得，勿作關墓視之。

The "Bifa Fu" says: When the host and guest are not in harmony, it is because there is a刑 (legal punishment) above; when the day stem's墓 (burial) is also locked, both the person and the house will decline; when Huagai covers the day stem, human affairs become obscure and unclear; when two noblemen fall into emptiness, joy turns into nothingness. The "Lun Yin Zuan Yao" says: On a Yihai day, if the calculation starts with the hour of Wei added to Chen, and if it is in autumn with the 关神 (related deity) also present, it indicates the decline of family members. If it is placed on top of the heavenly stem and earthly branch, the house will be ruined. If the Tomb Spirit (burial deity) meets the Life Qi (life energy), it will instead be assigned to manage the granary and take on duties, and one will naturally receive these without seeking, so it should not be considered as a 关墓 (related burial).

課體：重審，間傳，涉三淵，寡宿。課義：虎人朱雀，訟極凶惡，不論空亡，貴難倚托。解曰：畢法謂甲戌旬中，申加午發用者，為虎人朱雀。雖空不論，占訟最凶。夜貴空陷，坐於鬼方。晝貴入獄，皆難依託也。斷曰：間傳涉淵，有奔馳阻隔之象。出門無馬，渡河無舟，必先難而後易，苦去而甘來也。夜占丁虎克宅，災禍非小。或屋字坍塌，以致損人。或人口災病，謂之蛇虎乘丁格。

The lesson pattern is "Re-examination," "Intermediate Transmission," "Passing Three Deep Gorges," and "Gua Su." Intermediate Transmission refers to the three transmissions being connected with one position in between. The hours of Shen, Xu, and Zi descend step by step toward the water direction, as if crossing three deep gorges consecutively, which is called "Passing Three Deep Gorges." The four lines of the lesson meaning state: The White Tiger enters the position of the Vermilion Bird, indicating extreme misfortune in legal matters; even if it falls into Kongwang, it cannot alleviate the situation, and the Nobleman is not reliable. Detailed explanation: The "Bi Fa Fu" says that within the Jiaxu decade, if the transmission starts with Shen added to Wu, it is called "The Tiger Enters the Vermilion Bird." Even if it falls into Kongwang, it is not considered empty, and it is the most ominous for legal matters. In the night, the Nobleman falls into Kongwang and is in a depressed position, and it sits in the official ghost direction; in the day, the Nobleman falls into the prison position, and both are unreliable. Overall conclusion: Intermediate Transmission and passing three deep gorges indicate obstacles in movement: there is no vehicle or horse to travel, no boat to cross the river, and it will certainly be difficult at first but easy later, with hardship followed by ease. In the night, the Ding spirit and the White Tiger harm the family, causing significant misfortune: either the house collapses and injures people, or family members fall ill, which is called "The Snake and Tiger Ride the Ding Pattern."

天時：天空臨干，朱雀飛空，天罡指陽，必主大晴。家宅：丑丁克宅，極凶之象。仕宦：日德與貴人皆空，占官祿不利。求財：兩貴皆空，唯財獨存，求之可得。謁貴：晝占夜卜，皆不能遇。婚姻：支干相害，兩皆不吉。胎產：午為子息，胎必成，男產不甚吉。疾病：氣促傷殘，日德發用作空；占尊長病難痊。出行：陸路防詐，水路甚凶。行人：天罡加孟，且無日馬，行者未歸。出師：有失眾之象。

Divination on weather: The sky is over the day stem, the Vermilion Bird soars in the sky, and Tiangang points to the yang position, indicating definitely clear weather. Divination on the household: The Ding spirit on Chou branch overcomes the house, which is a very凶ous omen. Divination on official career: The day virtue and the nobleman both fall into emptiness, indicating unfavorable prospects for official position. Divination on seeking wealth: Both noblemen fall into emptiness, but the wealth element remains, so seeking wealth can be obtained. Divination on visiting noblemen: Whether the lesson is cast in the daytime or nighttime, one cannot meet them. Divination on marriage: The heavenly stem and earthly branch are in mutual harm, and both parties are not auspicious. Divination on pregnancy: Wu is the god of offspring, the fetus will surely be born, and it will be a male child, but the childbirth is not very auspicious. Divination on illness: Shortness of breath and body injuries; the day virtue initiates transmission but falls into emptiness, indicating that the illness of the superior is difficult to recover from. Divination on travel: On land, beware of people deceiving; on water, it is very凶ous. Divination on a traveler: Tiangang is on the first position, and the post-horse of the sun is not seen, indicating that the traveler has not returned yet. Divination on military affairs: There is an omen of losing troops.

畢法云：喜懼空亡乃妙機，兩貴受克難干貴，彼此猜忌害相隨。課經云：干上之午，晝乘天空，日干生亡神，上神生天將，名為脫上逢脫。凡占俱無中生有，盡被脫耗，又三傳皆是貴人，謂之貴多不貴。凡占權攝不一。反無依倚。如用夜貴，乃名咄目煞。若貴人咄目專視，反坐罪也。纂要云：兩蛇夾墓，病有積塊難愈。

The *Bi Fa Fu* says: When both joy and fear meet Kongwang, it is a subtle opportunity; when two Noblemen are both restrained, it is difficult to rely on them; when there is mutual suspicion, harmful qi follows. The *Liu Ren Ke Jing* says: When the Day Stem has a Wu (午) in the daytime and the sky Kong is on it, and the Day Stem goes to generate the Wangshen, and the upper god goes to generate the Heavenly General, this is called "Tuo Shang Feng Tuo" (double release): whatever is asked about will have nothing in the middle and be completely exhausted. If all three transmissions are Noblemen, it is called "Gui Du Bu Gui" (many Noblemen but not noble): whatever is asked about will be about proxy authority rather than being exclusive, and ultimately have no support. If the night Nobleman is used, it is called "Du Mu Sha" (blinking eye demon): the Nobleman looks angrily, and thus will be punished. The *Liu Ren Zuan Yao* says: When two Teng Snakes surround the Tomb Spirit (ancestral spirit), there is a mass in the illness, which is hard to cure.

課體：元首，連茹，三奇。課義：拱虛一位，所欠財利，木命屬龍，方始遂意。解曰：此拱虛格也。日干為辰，日支為亥，干上乘巳，支上乘子，是子巳夾拱丑寅卯辰四神在內。而三傳尚無辰字，是辰乃所虛之一位也。辰乃乙木之財，所欠者非財利而何。倘占人本命屬辰，則財利全美，方為稱意也。斷曰：元首之卦，羅網高張，以尊制卑之象。事多順利，起於男子。白虎乘巳脫干，又遁旬鬼，恐被子孫脫漏之事。辰陰夜虎乘丁克宅，宅中驚恐。

The "Lesson Pattern" is "Original Head," "Connected Vegetables," and "Three Marvels": when the three transmissions are in the order of Chou, Yin, and Mao in sequence, it is called "Connected Vegetables." If the transmission contains the odd deities within the ten-day cycle, it is called "Three Marvels." The "Lesson Meaning" has four lines which say: between the heavenly stem and earthly branch there is a gap, and the missing one is precisely the wealth and fortune. If the person asking the question has a birth sign of Chen, then everything will go according to his wishes. Detailed explanation: this is the "Arching Void Pattern." The day stem, which is Yi wood, is located in the Chen palace. The day branch is Hai. The heavenly stem is riding on Si, and the earthly branch is riding on Zi. Between Zi and Si, the positions of Chou, Yin, Mao, and Chen are exactly in between. However, among the three transmissions of Chou, Yin, and Mao, Chen is missing. Chen is the wealth of Yi wood, so what is missing is not wealth and fortune? If the person asking the question has a birth sign of Chen, filling in this missing position will make wealth and fortune complete, thus fulfilling his wishes. Overall conclusion: the "Original Head" pattern shows a net being spread out, representing the superior controlling the inferior, with all matters proceeding smoothly, and things being initiated by a man. The White Tiger rides on Si, which drains and weakens the day stem. Si also represents the hidden metal official ghost from the ten-day cycle, so there may be losses related to the younger generation. The hidden spirit of Chen appears at night, riding on the White Tiger and the Ding deity to attack the family residence, causing fear within the home.

天時：水下火上，恐不能雨。家宅：日辰相剋，陰神相害，不安之象。仕宦；貴人臨支，日祿臨傳，春時占此，功名必得。求財：財爻雖發傳，蛇虎難當，得財亦險。謁貴：貴人臨宅，不招自至。婚姻：佳兒佳婦，匹配相宜。胎產：上強下弱，二陰包陽，產必生男。疾病：以病克人，占病不吉。出行：水陸俱佳，龍馬臨干，出行最吉。行人：天罡加仲，已在中途。出師：凡百驚疑，晝夜不利。

Divination on weather: Water is below and fire is above, it is feared that rain will not form. Divination on the household: The day stem and the heavenly stem are in mutual control, the yin spirit also harms, which is an ominous sign. Divination on official career: The nobleman is present at the day branch, the day stem's fortune enters the three transmissions, if this divination is made in spring, official success is certain. Divination on seeking wealth: The wealth element has already transmitted, but the Teng Snake and White Tiger are in charge, it is difficult to resist, there is risk in gaining wealth. Divination on meeting a nobleman: The nobleman is present at the household, one does not need to invite him, he will come himself. Divination on marriage: A good young man matches a good wife, it is very suitable. Divination on pregnancy: The upper is strong and the lower is weak, two yins surround one yang, the child born will certainly be a boy. Divination on illness: The disease element controls the body, divination on illness is not auspicious. Divination on travel: Both land and water routes are good, the Azure Dragon and the post-horse are present at the day stem, travel is most auspicious. Divination on a traveler: The Tiangang is added to the middle position, the person is already on the way. Divination on military use: Everything is alarming, neither day nor night is favorable.

畢法云：所謀多拙遭羅網。中黃經云：乙亥日巳加辰，子加亥，為天羅地網，蓋干支各乘羊刃。如網羅兜裹，不宜妄動。或年命沖破，乃為破羅破網。纂要云：乙日胎神在酉，上乘后合。十月占為私孕格，否，則婢妾有孕。

The "Bifa Fu" says: The plans made are mostly clumsy because they fall into a net. The "Zhonghuang Jing" says: On a Yihai day, if the巳 is placed over the辰 and the子 is placed over the亥, this is called "Tian Luo Di Wang" (Heavenly Net and Earthly Net). Because the heavenly stems and earthly branches each have the Yangren (Sharp Claws) on them, it is as if they are enclosed by a net, and it is not advisable to act rashly. If the person's year or destiny can break through this, it becomes "Po Luo Po Wang" (Breaking the Net and Breaking the Web), and there will be no obstruction. The "Liu Ren Zuan Yao" says: On a Yi day, the fetal god is in You. Above it is the Heavenly Empress and Liu He (Six Harmonies). If the class is started in the tenth month, it is called "Si Yun Ge" (Private Pregnancy Pattern); otherwise, it indicates a servant woman's pregnancy.

課體：伏吟，自任，元胎。課義：祿財錯綜，晝空無用，寅馬為生，夜虎凶動。解曰：巳乃日祿，既乘天空；申乃日財，又值旬空，晝占俱無用矣。寅，馬也。晝占乘六合為生，夜占乘白虎為克，故主凶動也。

The lesson pattern is "Hidden Chant," "Self-Responsibility," and "Original Embryo." The four lines of the lesson meaning state: The god of official rank and the god of wealth are confused and unclear, and both are ineffective when the lesson is cast in the daytime;寅 is the original master of the post-horse, but at night it is ridden by the White Tiger, leading to danger and reckless movement. Detailed explanation:巳 is the day's official rank for丙 fire, but it is riding the sky;申 is the day's wealth for丙 fire, yet it is exactly in the旬 empty position, so both are not useful when the lesson is cast in the daytime.寅 is the post-horse, and when the lesson is cast in the daytime, it rides the Liu He, which is mutually generating; but when the lesson is cast at night, it rides the White Tiger, which is mutually controlling, thus indicating danger and reckless movement.

斷曰：此伏吟自任之卦，一名元胎。為伏而未發，屈而未伸之象。利上不利下，利遠不利近。守則有功，觸則生患。當閉塞柔順以應之，苟不獲已而後動，或動中有成。天空到巳，謂之受辱，亦名投絕。幸作日祿，稍足解之。然中空無力，事主變易。

General interpretation: This is a lesson of hidden chant (伏吟) with self-assignment, also known as "original embryo" (元胎), representing an image of something concealed and not yet revealed, bent but not yet extended. It is favorable for higher positions and distant matters, but unfavorable for lower positions and nearby matters; maintaining a firm position brings success, but any disturbance brings trouble. One should keep things concealed and act with flexibility to deal with it. If one must act due to necessity, there might still be some achievement. The sky (天空) falling on the snake (巳) is called "suffering disgrace" (受辱) or "abandoning the end" (投绝). Fortunately, the snake is also the day's禄 (lucky hour), which can somewhat alleviate the situation. However, the middle transmission (中传) falls into emptiness and lacks strength, indicating that the matter is subject to change and uncertainty.

天時：晝占久晴，有雨不大，夜占始霧後風。家宅：主有孤寡之人，家堂神像不寧。婚姻：主女家微賤，或兵家女。胎產：主女或聾啞。功名：緩得。求財：未遂意。投謁：主客不和，徒勞無益。疾病：主不能言語，宜祈家堂神像。失脫：主家內人盜去，難尋，逃者隱鄉鄰家。出行：近處，利夜占，有驚恐。行人：中途有阻。爭訟：宜解。兵戰：不順利，主半途而止。

Divination on weather: If the lesson is cast during the day, it indicates prolonged clear weather, even if there is rain, it will not be heavy; if the lesson is cast at night, it suggests first mist then wind. Divination on the household: indicates there are orphans or the elderly living alone in the family, and the household gods in the ancestral hall are restless. Divination on marriage: indicates the bride's family is of low status, or she comes from a military household. Divination on pregnancy: indicates the birth of a daughter, or the child may have deafness or muteness. Divination on official rank: success will come slowly. Divination on seeking wealth: things will not go as desired. Divination on visiting someone: indicates the visitor and the host are not in harmony, and efforts will be in vain. Divination on illness: indicates the patient cannot speak, and it is advisable to pray to the household gods. Divination on lost items: indicates the item was stolen by a family member, and it is difficult to recover; the person who ran away is hiding in a neighbor's home. Divination on travel: travel is suitable only for short distances, and lessons cast at night are favorable, but there will still be fear. Divination on a traveler: there will be obstacles on the way. Divination on disputes: it is advisable to reconcile. Divination on military matters: it is not smooth, and the mission may be abandoned halfway.

畢法云：賓主不投刑在上，任信丁馬須言動。課經訂訛云：天地鬼神，不動不克，無所取，擇自任。其剛進用於時，故名自任。若任已過剛，必成愆咎。指南：辛未四月酉將，占東省地方安否。曰：日上勾陳月建被支之元武將星剋制，且乘天鬼凶煞，主有伏地兵作亂。又傳將遞克，伏吟見丁馬，官防參劾。後果驗。

The *Bifa Fu* says: When the host and guest are not in harmony, it is because there is a punishment above; if there is the deity Ding and the post-horse, then movement should be considered. The *Liu Ren Ke Jing Ding E* says: If the heavenly and earthly spirits do not move, they do not mutually control, and there is nothing to take as a basis; one must then take the deity on the day stem as the basis. It is called "self-reliance" because it is strong and advances continuously. If self-reliance is too strong, it will certainly lead to mistakes. The *Liu Ren Zhi Nan* records a case: In the year Xinwei, in the fourth lunar month, with You as the month general, a question was asked about the peace in Shandong. The answer was: The Gou Chen on the day stem and the month general are controlled by the Yuanwu on the day branch, and they are accompanied by the heavenly ghost, an Inauspicious Sha. This indicates there are hidden soldiers causing disturbances among the people. Moreover, the three transmissions are successively controlled by the heavenly generals, and there is a hidden chant with the deity Ding and the post-horse. Officials should beware of being impeached. Later, it proved true.

課體：知一，退茹，斬關，六儀，泆女。課義：病死墓絕，彼此不悅，病訟再興，財如鬼奪。解曰：丙火病於申，死於酉，墓於戌，絕於亥，四者咸備，凶可知矣。支上亥克丙，干上辰克子，是彼此不相悅也。墓神發用，凶遇墓止。但晝夜俱乘天后而克干，病訟再興，實由於此。申酉乃日之財，中末連空，一若鬼奪以去，雖孟積貯，何可得哉。

The lesson pattern is "Zhi Yi," "Tui Ru," "Zhan Guan," "Liu Yi," and "Yi Nu": the three transmissions are戌, 酉, and 申, which retreat in order, called "Tui Ru." The position where the first day of the ten days is hidden by the day stem is called "Liu Yi." The lesson meaning consists of four lines, which state that four kinds of decline positions—disease, death, tomb, and extinction—are all present, and they do not like each other. Both disease and litigation are revived, and wealth seems to be taken away by ghosts. Detailed explanation: the fire of Bing is in the position of申, which is disease; in酉, it is death; in戌, it enters the tomb; and in亥, it reaches extinction. These four kinds of decline positions are all present, and the danger is evident. The亥 in the day branch restrains the fire of Bing, and the辰 in the day stem restrains the water of Zi, which is the mutual dislike between them. The tomb god is in action, and misfortune should be stopped by the tomb; however, both day and night are occupied by the Heavenly Empress to restrain the day stem, causing disease and litigation to rise again, which is the root of the problem. The positions of申 and酉 are the wealth of the day, but the middle and final transmissions are continuously empty, as if taken away by ghosts. Even if one wants to accumulate, how can it be retained?

斷曰：此知一之卦，又名退茹。課傳厄塞，動多阻礙。進既遇刑而不和，退又陷空而無得。惟利解釋，不利謀干，事多起於同類。內戰危疑，恩中有害。和同則吉，乖異則凶。又天后並臨於戌，亦名泆女，有闇昧陰私之象。

Total interpretation: This is the "Zhi Yi" lesson, also known as "Tui Ru." The four lessons and three transmissions are blocked and unsmooth, with many obstacles whenever there is movement: attempting to advance meets punishment and lacks harmony, while retreating leads to emptiness and no gain. It is favorable for resolving matters and settling things, but unfavorable for seeking progress. Matters mostly originate from peers and similar kinds. There is internal conflict and uncertainty, with benefits that conceal harm: harmony and agreement bring good fortune, while discord and separation bring misfortune. Additionally, the Heavenly Empress is present together at the戌 position, also called "Yi Nu," indicating an image of secrecy and private matters.

天時：有雨且大，夜占即止。家宅：吉，防婢妾小人有越禮之事。婚姻：不宜。胎產：主生女，防臨盆不育。功名：宜進不宜退。投謁：晝占宜見貴，主有文字之事，十分如意。求財：可得而反覆。疾病：主咽隔，因食而得，宜下之。失脫：難尋，逃亡亦難獲。出行：疑惑不前。行人：占女人即至。爭訟：不成，已成有解。兵戰：賊猛，不可輕擊，宜遷營。

Divination on weather: There will be rain and it will be heavy; the divination should be stopped at night. Divination on the household:吉利, but beware of servants and petty people who may act improperly. Divination on marriage: Not suitable. Divination on childbirth: It indicates the birth of a daughter; beware of the possibility of the child not surviving at birth. Divination on official rank: It is suitable to strive forward rather than retreat. Divination on visiting a superior: It is suitable to meet a nobleman in the daytime, indicating matters related to documents, which will be very favorable. Divination on seeking wealth: It can be obtained, but with reversals. Divination on illness: It indicates obstruction in the throat, caused by diet; it is suitable to use purgative methods. Divination on lost items: Difficult to find; those who have fled are also hard to catch. Divination on travel: Uncertainty, unable to proceed. Divination on a traveler: If it is about a woman, she will arrive immediately. Divination on disputes: The lawsuit cannot be filed; even if a case has already been filed, there is a possibility of reconciliation. Divination on military affairs: The enemy is fierce; it is not advisable to attack lightly, and it is better to move the camp.

畢法云：魁度天門關隔定，鬼乘天乙乃神祇，干墓並關人宅廢，夫婦蕪淫各有私。括囊賦云：不備蕪淫，必有陰私而起譖；拔茅連茹，何妨類聚以求財。纂要云：魁度天門，凡事有阻。又云：亥加支鬼乘天乙，乃家堂神祇。

The *Bifa Fu* says: When Hekui crosses over the Heavenly Gate, the situation is already fixed and unchangeable; when the official ghost rides upon the nobleman, it indicates divine interference; when the day stem's burial is locked up, both people and the dwelling will decline; husband and wife each have foreign intentions, and both have private feelings. The *Kuanang Fu* says: When the lesson pattern is incomplete and encounters vulgar indulgence, there must be private matters leading to slander; when the three transmissions are like pulling out weeds by their roots, layer by layer connected, it is not bad to seek wealth by relying on similar groups. The *Lunin Zuan Yao* says: When Hekui passes through the Heavenly Gate, all matters will encounter obstacles. It also says: When亥 is placed upon the day branch, the official ghost rides upon the nobleman, indicating household deities.

課體：重審，斬關，極陰，三奇。課義：身敗瘦瘠，墓神克宅，乘旬丁旺，舊財可得。解曰：卯乃丙火敗脫之神，身被敗脫，難免瘦瘠。戌乃丙火之墓，覆支克支，宅象昏晦矣。亥雖克丙，幸得丑為救神。酉財雖居鬼鄉，而丑乘旬丁，亦可以助其丙火之力，舊財何不可得之有。晝夜貴人俱不得地，雖入傳無益也。

The lesson pattern is "Re-examination," "Cutting the Gate," "Extreme Yin," and "Three Marvels." The four lines of the lesson meaning state: the day stem is weakened and detached, leading to a thin and weak appearance, and the tomb god is harming the family dwelling; fortunately, the branch of Chou is supported by the heavenly stem Ding of this旬, thus gaining strength, and old money can still be recovered. Detailed explanation: the branch of Mao is the place where the fire of Bing is bathed and weakened, thus the self is drained and inevitably appears thin. The branch of Xu is the tomb of fire, covering the day branch and attacking it, indicating a dark image for the family dwelling. The branch of Hai although it controls the fire, is fortunately supported by the earth of Chou as a saving god. The wealth爻 of You, although sitting in the land of official ghosts, can also strengthen the fire because of the Ding in Chou, so old wealth will certainly be recovered. However, the two noblemen of day and night are not in a favorable position, so even if they enter the three transmissions, there is no benefit.

斷曰：此間傳之卦，卦體課傳俱陰，故名極陰，利於暗中私求密禱。丑發用為臺土當門，出入隔礙。朱雀主口舌文詞，勾陳卞留連禁錮。日干上卯雖曰生助，實以敗干，占者不可不慎。喜丑作旬奇，日精備焉。占事可有意外之獲。

Total interpretation: This is a lesson of the intermediate transmission. The hexagram and the four lessons and three transmissions are all yin, so it is called "extreme yin." It is suitable for secret prayers and petitions in private. The丑 (Chou) initiates the transmission, with the earthly branch of the terrace soil at the gate, causing obstruction in coming and going. The Vermilion Bird governs speech and documents, while Gou Chen governs delays and restrictions. Although the卯 (Mao) on the day stem is said to assist the day stem, in reality it is draining the day stem. The person divining should be cautious. Fortunately, the丑 (Chou) serves as a strange divine spirit of the ten-day cycle, with the essence of the day fully present, so there may be unexpected gains in the matter being divined.

天時：久陰淫雨，暫晴即變。家宅：主見怪異，或有伏尸。婚姻：阻滯未成。胎產：防損墮。功名：求貴得薦舉。求財：無得，得亦易耗。投謁：晝占宜見貴，有文字之事遂意。疾病：宜服通利之劑，逢春即見凶。失脫：難尋。出行：路多阻折，難行。行人：本日可到。爭訟：宜得貴人調解，不解必敗。兵戰：不利，惟秋八月大吉，見酉尤佳。

Divination on the weather: prolonged darkness and continuous rain, with temporary clearing followed by change. Divination on the household: indicates encountering strange phenomena or the presence of a corpse. Divination on marriage: obstacles prevent success. Divination on pregnancy: beware of miscarriage. Divination on official rank: seeking recommendation from a nobleman can lead to success. Divination on seeking wealth: unable to obtain, and if obtained, it is easily lost. Divination on visiting: during the day, it is suitable to meet a nobleman, and matters concerning documents will be fulfilled. Divination on illness: suitable to take purgative medicine; by spring the illness will become dangerous. Divination on lost items: difficult to find. Divination on travel: many obstacles on the way, making travel difficult. Divination on a traveler: can arrive on the same day. Divination on disputes: it is suitable to have a nobleman mediate; without mediation, defeat is certain. Divination on military matters: unfavorable, except for the eighth month of autumn which is most auspicious, especially when the酉神 is seen.

畢法云：晝夜貴加求兩貴，支乘墓虎有伏尸。課經云：陰主退，自丑逆傳而極於酉，有陰入陰之象，凡占有闇昧不明之事。精蘊云：戌加子，夜乘螣蛇克支，宅中當有怪異頻見。

The "Bifa Fu" says: If the nobleman appears at both day and night and both are placed together, it is favorable to seek the support of two noblemen; if the day branch is occupied by the Tomb Spirit and also by the White Tiger, there is a corpse lying in the house. The "Liu Ren Ke Jing" says: Yin represents retreat and shrinking, if the three transmissions start from Chou and proceed in reverse until You, there is an appearance of Yin entering Yin, and whatever is questioned will involve obscure and unclear matters. The "Da Liu Ren Jing Yun" says: If Xu is placed on Zi, during the night it rides the Teng Snake to attack the day branch, there will be frequent strange occurrences in the house.

課體：元首，三交，二煩，軒蓋。課義：馬載長生，酉財難侵，夜元晝虎，占婢逃淫。解曰：寅乃丙火長生，上乘祿馬。酉乃丙火之財，坐於鬼方。恃其子而伐我生，財之所以難侵也。酉，婢也，午火臨於奴婢，夜元晝虎，必有奸私逃走之事。寅固生干，酉亦生支，而反敗其支，又作旬空，不可作俱生論。

The lesson pattern is "Yuan Shou," "San Jiao," "Er Fan," and "Xuan Gai." The four lines of the lesson meaning state: The post-horse carries the god of growth, yet the wealth in酉 is difficult to obtain; at night it is accompanied by the Black Tortoise and during the day by the White Tiger, indicating that if this is about servants, it suggests private fleeing and licentiousness. Detailed explanation:寅 is the place of growth for丙 fire, and it is occupied by the禄 god and the post-horse.酉 is the wealth of丙 fire, but it is seated in the official ghost direction, relying on子 water to attack my growth, so this wealth is difficult to obtain.酉 represents a servant, and午 fire is located at the servant's position. At night it is accompanied by the Black Tortoise and during the day by the White Tiger, indicating certain incidents of infidelity and fleeing. Although寅 can give birth to the day stem and酉 can also give birth to the day branch, it actually harms the day branch and falls into the旬 empty, so it cannot be considered as both giving birth to the day stem and day branch.

斷曰：此元首之卦，又名軒蓋，為居尊制卑之象。事起男子，正大光明，百凡順利。且仲神加支辰，陰陽三傳皆仲，六合入課入傳，三者交加，應姤九五含章之吉。君子占之，獲福宜矣。但午虎乘遁鬼，又坐空亡，名為喪馬。午加酉為死交，兼犯天地二煩，小人占之，但取其咎。

Total interpretation: This is the "Original Chief" lesson, also known as "Xuanguai," which represents the image of holding a high position and controlling those below: the matter is initiated by a man, it is open and upright, and all things proceed smoothly. Moreover, the Zhong spirit is placed on the day branch, and the three transmissions are all Zhong spirits. The Liu He is present in both the four lessons and the three transmissions, with the three converging, which corresponds to the auspicious omen of the "Hanzhang" in the ninth line of the fifth in the Book of Changes, the Gou hexagram. A gentleman who divines this will certainly gain blessings. However, the午 fire is riding on the official ghost of the ten-day cycle and is sitting on Kongwang, which is called "sacrificing the horse." The午 is placed on the酉, which is "death meeting," and it also violates the two evils, Tianfan and Difan. A petty person who divines this should only take the adverse consequences.

天時：夜占有雨。家宅：主闇昧，內有陰邪。婚姻：和合。胎產：主婢生子，防血逆。功名：正七月利。求財：難得。疾病：魂遊千里。出行：遇雨。行人：未得歸。爭訟：彼此難結，舟車多費。兵戰：利車戰，軍中多驚，酉年月吉。

Divination on weather: rain will occur at night. Divination on the household: indicates darkness and confusion, with hidden evil matters within. Divination on marriage: harmonious. Divination on pregnancy and childbirth: indicates a servant or concubine will give birth, beware of blood disorders. Divination on official rank: favorable in January and July. Divination on seeking wealth: difficult to obtain. Divination on illness: indicates restless spirit and mind, as if traveling thousands of miles. Divination on travel: encountering rain on the way. Divination on a traveler: he will not return. Divination on disputes: both sides find it hard to resolve, with much expense from vehicles and boats. Divination on military matters: favorable for chariot warfare, with much disturbance within the army, favorable in the year and month of酉.

畢法云：虎乘遁鬼殃非淺。觀月經云：勝光本是馬，太沖本是車；神后為華蓋，三傳定不虛；明君加寵祿，聖主賜天書。曾門云：三交之因，家匿罪人。心鏡云：弦望晦朔天煩合，男犯刑傷被利纏；子午卯酉地煩會，女人流血復迍邅。

The "Bifa Fu" says: When the White Tiger is on the official ghost of the ten-day cycle, calamity is severe. The "Guan Yueling" says: Shengguang (Wu) is originally a horse, Taichong (Mao) is originally a chariot, Shenhou (Zi) is Huagai; if the three transmissions include these, the judgment will certainly be accurate: a virtuous ruler will bestow favor and rewards, and a sage ruler will grant heavenly scriptures. The "Zeng Men" says: The three intersections form a pattern because there is a criminal hidden in the house. The "Xin Jing" says: On the days of the waxing moon, full moon, new moon, and dark moon, the heavens are in conjunction, and men will suffer from injuries and be entangled by sharp weapons; on the positions of Zi, Wu, Mao, and You, the earth is in conjunction, and women will suffer from bleeding and further difficulties.

課體：彈射，潤下，閉口，泆女。課義：交居匪吉，晝占財失，三合六合，占官必陟。解曰：子與丑合，巳與申合，此干支上下交居也。然丑為申墓，子又克丙，雖交居，而亦不為吉。申，日之財也。晝占乘元武，必主失脫。三傳申子辰為三合會成水局，而干之陰陽巳酉丑又成金局，與三傳各作六合，以此占官，官必陟也。

The lesson pattern is "弹射" (Projectile), "闭口" (Closed Mouth), and "泆女" (Foolish Woman). The three transmissions are Shen, Zi, and Chen, which form a water trinity called "润下" (Moistening Down). The four lines of the lesson meaning state: the interaction and union of the heavenly stem and earthly branch are not auspicious, and a day lesson taken in the daytime indicates loss of wealth; however, with both the triple harmony and the six harmonies complete, predicting an official position will certainly indicate promotion. Detailed explanation: Zi and Chou are in mutual union, and Si and Shen are also in mutual union, which represents the interaction between the heavenly stem and earthly branch. However, Chou is the tomb of Shen, and Zi also overcomes Bing fire, so although they are in union, it is not considered auspicious. Shen is the wealth element of the day, and a day lesson taken in the daytime with the Black Tortoise as the ruler will certainly indicate theft. The three transmissions Shen, Zi, and Chen form a water trinity, while the yin and yang elements of the day stem, Si, You, and Chou, form a metal trinity. These two trinities are each in mutual harmony, and using such a lesson to predict an official position will certainly indicate promotion.

斷曰：此彈射之卦，又為潤下全局。日遙克神，故名彈射。中傳見土，雖曰有丸，然坐空亡，即為失彈，禍福皆無力也。三傳俱鬼，若傳內有一財出現，其財可安穩而得，謂之傳鬼化財。若兩課俱空，獨存一財，乃名全鬼變財，財甚危險。如此課雖有干上丑土制水，但晝占皆乘水獸，得財須防發禍。

Overall interpretation: This is a "Shan She" (Shooting) lesson, and also a complete Runxia (flowing water) pattern. The day stem remotely controls another god, hence called "Shan She." The middle transmission shows earth, like a slingshot having a stone, but it sits on Kongwang, meaning the stone is lost, so neither good nor bad has power. All three transmissions are official ghosts. If a wealth hexagram appears in the transmission, this wealth can be securely obtained, called "Chuan Gui Hua Cai." If both lessons are empty and only one wealth remains, it is called "Quan Gui Bian Cai," and obtaining wealth is extremely dangerous. In this lesson, although there is the丑 earth controlling water on the day stem, since the lesson was cast in the daytime with all heavenly generals belonging to water, obtaining wealth still requires caution to prevent trouble.

天時：多雨。家宅：不興旺，防妻室有災。婚姻：失正不宜。胎產：主女易產。功名：仕者得升遷，試者可獲科第。求財：吉利。投謁：不遇。疾病：占妻病不吉。失脫：財物散，人難獲。出行：宜從水路。行人：來而有喜。爭訟：宜和解。兵戰：不利，虛張聲勢。

Divination on weather: there will be much rain. Divination on the household: not prosperous, beware of misfortune for the wife. Divination on marriage: lost the right path, not advisable. Divination on pregnancy: indicates a female child, easy childbirth. Divination on official rank: officials may be promoted, those taking exams may pass. Divination on seeking wealth: auspicious. Divination on visiting: not seeing anyone. Divination on illness: the wife's illness is inauspicious. Divination on lost property: property is scattered, people are also hard to find. Divination on travel: suitable to travel by water. Divination on a traveler: he will come bringing good news. Divination on disputes: suitable to reconcile. Divination on military matters: unfavorable, just a show of strength.

畢法云：眾鬼雖彰全不畏，萬事喜忻三六合，后合占婚豈用媒。袖中金云：彈射第三課為用，乃日辰兩陽神相戰，作事凶重有力，不可先動。秘要云：後陰乘白虎，恐有斷絃憂。纂要云：遙克課乘空發用，將乘元武，定主失脫。

The *Bifa Fu* says: Although official ghosts are evident, there is no need to fear; all matters bring joy because the Triple Harmony and Liu He are complete; when the Heavenly Empress meets Liu He, marriage does not need a matchmaker. The *Xiu Zhong Jin* says: In the shooting lesson, the third lesson is used as the basis, which is the conflict between the day and the hour's two yang spirits, indicating that affairs are凶 and powerful, and one should not act too early. The *Lun Yin Mi Yao* says: If the remote overcoming lesson is based on an empty element, and the Heavenly General is riding the Black Tortoise, it will certainly indicate theft. The *Lun Yin Zuan Yao* says: If the remote overcoming lesson is based on an empty element, and the Heavenly General is riding the Black Tortoise, it will certainly indicate theft.

課體：涉害，四絕，不備，亂首。課義：課傳上克，亂首喪德，采葛尋腦，妻財作慝。解曰：四課三傳皆被上克，而支子發用，臨干克干，課名亂首。丙德在巳，為子水所克，是喪德也。酉乃丙之妻財，酉加於寅，寅加於未，未加於子，子來克丙，尋致亂之根原，譬如采葛尋腦，非始於妻財作慝而何。畢法：子寅涉害俱同，但子剋日不比，而寅生日可比，故三傳舊用寅酉辰。

The lesson pattern is "涉害", "四绝", "不备", and "乱首": when the lower position attacks the upper position in reverse, it is called "乱首". The four sentences of "课义" say: all four lessons and three transmissions are attacked by the superior deity, and the "乱首" lesson also damages the day stem's virtue; investigating the root of disorder is like searching for the root of a vine, and the original cause is the wife and wealth hidden in the background. Detailed explanation: all four lessons and three transmissions are attacked and damaged by the superior deity, and the day branch's zi transmission comes to attack the day stem, so the lesson is called "乱首". The virtue deity of bing fire is in si, but it is attacked by zi water, which is called "losing virtue". You is the wife and wealth of bing fire, you is placed on yin, yin is placed on wei, wei is placed on zi, and zi attacks bing fire again; following this line to trace the root of disorder is like searching for the root of a vine, and the beginning is indeed the wife and wealth causing trouble. The "Bi Fa Fu" says: zi and yin involve harm to the same extent, but zi attacking the day stem is not comparable, while yin nurturing the day stem is comparable, so the old method of the three transmissions takes yin, you, and chen.

斷曰：此見機之卦，亦名上門亂首。蓋日往加辰，而辰剋日發用者，事體猶輕。今辰來加日，而剋日發用，則為尊不凌卑，卑反犯上之象。宜征討不順，以應師卦。六害相加，名侵害課。

Total interpretation: This is a "Seeing Opportunity" lesson, also called "Disorder at the Beginning." If the day stem goes to attack the day branch, and the day branch overcomes the day stem to initiate the transmission, the matter is still light. Now, however, the day branch goes to attack the day stem, and the day branch overcomes the day stem to initiate the transmission, which forms a situation where the superior cannot control the inferior, and the inferior rebels against the superior. It is suitable for mobilizing troops to deal with those who are disobedient, corresponding to the "Military" hexagram in the I Ching. The six harms are layered, also called "Injurious Lesson."

天時：有雨，難晴。家宅：家口不寧，不利於妻。婚姻：丑時占和合，餘不用。胎產：防傷損。功名：先見挫折後有成。求財：勉強有得，終見不足。疾病：主口願未還，驚憂百出，占妻病尤凶。失脫：目下難獲，久自見。出行：不利。行人：即至，主在路不寧。爭訟：主一家自相凌犯，外訟兩損。兵戰：晝占不寧，夜占得金寶，然須謹慎，不可輕敵。

Divination on weather: rain is present, and it is difficult for the weather to clear. Divination on the household: there is unrest among family members, and it is unfavorable for the wife. Divination on marriage: the divination should be started at the hour of Chou, and it indicates harmony; other hours are not suitable. Divination on childbirth: there is a risk of injury. Divination on official rank: there will be initial setbacks followed by eventual success. Divination on seeking wealth: one can obtain some, but ultimately it is insufficient. Divination on illness: it indicates that vows made verbally have not been fulfilled, causing much worry and anxiety; illness of the wife is especially dangerous. Divination on lost items: they are hard to find now, but will appear naturally after some time. Divination on travel: it is unfavorable. Divination on a traveler: the traveler will arrive soon, but the journey is not smooth. Divination on disputes: it indicates family members harming each other; if it is a lawsuit with outsiders, both sides will suffer losses. Divination on military matters: if the divination is started during the day, there will be unrest; if started at night, there may be gains of treasure, but one must be cautious and not be overconfident.

畢法云：三傳互克眾人欺，支干全傷防兩損，彼此猜忌害相隨。袖中金云：三上克下，為長幼不利於小。課經云：干上子為初傳，雖是日鬼，卻生末傳寅木長生，又賴宅上未土為救，謂之引鬼為生格。

The "Bifa Fu" says: If the three transmissions mutually control and attack each other, one will be bullied by many; if both the day stem and the branches are injured, one should beware of mutual loss; if there is mutual suspicion, harmful energy will follow. The "Xiu Zhong Jin" says: If all three lessons are upper controlling lower, it indicates that elders are harmful to the younger generation. The "Liu Ren Ke Jing" says: If the zi (branch) on the day stem serves as the first transmission, although it is the day's official ghost, it can generate the long life god yin wood as the final transmission, and also rely on the earth branch wei soil as the saving god, this is called "leading the ghost to become a life pattern."

課體：反吟，知一，無依，三交。課義：德祿旺刃，並皆灰燼，到處去來，難退難進。解曰：丙之德祿在巳，而午為旺刃，今皆沖激受克，化為灰燼矣。去從克處去，來從克處來。到處受克，所謂前後逼迫也。其為進為退，不亦難哉。

The lesson pattern is "Reverse Chant," "Know One," "No Dependence," and "Three Intersections." The four lines of the lesson meaning state: the daily virtue, daily fortune, and the strong cutting tool of the day are all reduced to ashes; coming and going are all subject to being overcome, advancing is difficult and retreating is also difficult. Detailed explanation: the virtue and fortune of the propitious fire (Jing) are both in Si, and Wu is its strong cutting tool. Now all these are attacked and damaged, reduced to ashes. Going is from where it is overcome, and coming is from where it is overcome, everywhere being overcome, which is called being pressed from both front and back. To advance or retreat, how can it not be difficult?

斷曰：此無依之卦，亦為三交。火水未濟，反覆呻吟。雖合高蓋之稱，而車輪朽脫，非君子利有攸往之象也。朱雀作日鬼加干，謂之雀鬼格，朝官忌有彈章。丙日干上臨亥，為結絕格，常問必主病訟。如已見災，偏宜結絕舊事。又作晝貴，宜告貴人結絕。

General interpretation: This is a lesson of "no support" and also "three intersections." Fire is above and water is below, exactly matching the image of Hexagram 64, Fire and Water Not Yet Joined, indicating repeated lamentation and distress. Although there is the name of a high carriage and Huagai, the wheels have already rotted and fallen off, which is not a favorable sign for a gentleman to go somewhere. The Vermilion Bird is the official ghost over the day stem, forming the "Vermilion Bird Official Ghost" pattern, which is something officials in court should avoid, as it signifies being accused in a memorial. On the day stem of Bing, the presence of亥 forms the "Conclusion and Cessation" pattern, indicating that ordinary people asking about matters will inevitably face illness and legal troubles; if misfortune has already occurred, it is actually appropriate to use this opportunity to conclude old matters.亥 is also the daytime nobleman, suitable for reporting to the nobleman to seek a resolution.

天時：陰晴不定。家宅：主家有逃匿之人，少樹木。婚姻：晝占吉，主反覆難合。胎產：夜占生女，防傷墮。功名：反覆中獲如意。求財：只宜合伴出門經營，夜占不利。投謁：頻數有益。疾病：主寒熱反覆。失脫：已在道路。出行：主為謁貴及文書之事。行人：當至，將復他往。爭訟：夜占陰私不明之事，事多反覆，若能安分，化禍為福。兵戰：晝占大勝，夜占失物損將。

Divination on the weather: The weather is uncertain, with both cloudy and sunny conditions. Divination on the household: There are people hiding or avoiding within the house, and there are few trees around the house. Divination on marriage: The divination is auspicious if done during the day, but the marriage will be complicated and difficult to achieve. Divination on pregnancy: If the divination is done at night, a daughter is expected, and there is a risk of harming the fetus. Divination on official rank: Success will be achieved despite repeated difficulties. Divination on seeking wealth: It is best to go into business with partners, and divination at night is unfavorable. Divination on visiting a nobleman: It is beneficial to visit several times. Divination on illness: The illness involves alternating chills and fever. Divination on lost items: The item has already been lost on the road. Divination on travel: The travel is for visiting a nobleman or handling official documents. Divination on a traveler: The traveler should have arrived, but after arriving, he will go somewhere else. Divination on disputes: If the divination is done at night, there are hidden matters and repeated changes; if one can remain honest and upright, misfortune can be turned into good fortune. Divination on military affairs: If the divination is done during the day, there will be a great victory; if done at night, there will be loss of property and loss of generals.

畢法云：鬼乘天乙乃神祇，前後逼迫難進退。指南：戊子四月戌將辰時占升遷，曰：太歲作鬼沖剋，青龍、財官、祿馬俱人空絕，縱得升遷，必有意外之變。六月果得升，未幾以疽發背而卒。纂要云：雀立登明，求事不成。

The "Bifa Fu" says: Officials and spirits riding on Tianyi Guiren indicate divine disturbances; being pressed from both front and back, one is in a dilemma. The "Liu Yin Zhi Nan" records a case: In the year Wuzi, in the fourth lunar month, with You as the month general and added at the third hour, the divination about promotion was interpreted as follows: The sovereign year acts as an official and spirit to clash and control, Qinglong, wealth爻, official stars,禄神, and Yimai all fall into Kongwang, a desolate place. Even if promotion is obtained, there will certainly be unexpected changes. In the sixth lunar month, he indeed got promoted, but soon afterwards he died from a boil on his back. The "Liu Yin Zuan Yao" says: Zhuque standing at Dengming (Hai) indicates that affairs cannot be accomplished.

課體：重審，鑄印，不備。課義：自取其禍，課傳相鎖，兩蛇加墓，德祿何可。解曰：干往加支，反被剋制，是為上門自取禍也。又係干支鎖合，難以解憂釋慮。戌為丙火之墓，臨日而為兩蛇所夾，其為凶災必矣。發用雖曰德祿，而傳入墓庫，烏乎可哉。有官者占之，大是偃蹇。

The lesson pattern is "Re-examination," "Seal and Seal," and "Incompleteness." The four lines of the lesson meaning state: This is a calamity brought about by oneself; the four lessons and three transmissions are locked together; two Teng Snakes enclose the storage god, how can the day's virtue and day's fortune help? Detailed explanation: The day stem goes to attack the day branch, but is instead restrained by the day branch, which is like inviting misfortune from above. Adding the fact that the heavenly stems and earthly branches are locked together, worries cannot be resolved. Xu is the burial place of Bing fire, located on the day stem and enclosed by two Teng Snakes, misfortune is inevitable. Although the initiating transmission god is said to be the day's virtue and day's fortune, it has entered the storage, so what can be done? Those with official positions who divinate this will face great difficulties.

斷曰：此重審之卦，亦名鑄印乘軒，有顯官榮祿之象。巳為爐，戌為印，卯為印模。戌中辛金逢巳中丙火作合，段煉鑄成，故名鑄印。卯為車，故名乘軒。若夏月火日，蛇雀之火太旺，戌卯或值空亡，則為破印損模，求官又為不吉。

General interpretation: This is a "Chong Shen" lesson, also called "Zhu Yin Cheng Xuan," indicating the image of a prominent official and honor and benefits. Si is the furnace, Xu is the seal, and Mao is the mold for casting the seal; the hidden Xin metal in Xu combines with the hidden Bing fire in Si, undergoing refinement to form the seal, hence called "Zhu Yin." Mao is also a carriage, hence called "Cheng Xuan." If the lesson is cast on a summer day with fire as the starting element, the fire energy of Teng Snake and Zhu Que becomes too strong, and Xu and Mao also meet Kongwang, resulting in the destruction of the seal and the damage of the mold, making it inauspicious for seeking official positions.

天時：燥熱未得雨。家宅：吉利，夏秋防火燭。婚姻：可用六禮煩費。胎產：是女，即生男，防不實。功名：求官有成，現任不利。求財：交易之財，有利。投謁：得遇。疾病：象凶，有陰德可保。失脫：可獲。出行：上官見貴吉，主遇墟墓驚恐。行人：即來，春占本日至。爭訟：中多虛詐，主事起飲食間。兵戰：晝占利，夜占中平。

Divination on the weather: dry and hot, and it will not rain. Divination on the family home: auspicious, but beware of fire and candles during summer and autumn. Divination on marriage: it can be successful, but the expenses for the six rites are considerable. Divination on pregnancy: it is said to be a girl, even if a boy is born, there is a need to be cautious about it not being confirmed. Divination on official rank: seeking an official position will be successful, but the current position is not favorable. Divination on seeking wealth: profit can be made from business. Divination on visiting: one can meet the person. Divination on illness: the omen is ominous, but with Yin virtue, safety can be ensured. Divination on lost items: they can be recovered. Divination on travel: going to take office and meeting a nobleman is auspicious, but there is a warning of encountering old graves on the way and being startled. Divination on a traveler: he will arrive immediately, and if the divination is cast in spring, he will arrive on the same day. Divination on disputes: there is much falsehood involved, and the matter arises from food and drink. Divination on military matters: casting the divination in the daytime is favorable, but casting it at night is average.

畢法云：權攝不正祿臨支，兩蛇夾墓凶難免，傳墓入墓分憎愛。古鑑：己酉十一月朔，卯將戌時，占前程曰：卯來克戌，戌去墓丙，巳去人宅被克，定阻，服制滿後得差。又合迴避，方孟出頭，數又盡矣。果丁內艱起，復避兄任，歸九年染恙竟卒。

The "Bifa Fu" states: The position of an agent is not properly named because the禄神 is present in the day branch; two Teng Snakes enclosing the Tomb Spirit inevitably lead to misfortune; when the墓 in the transmission also enters the Storage, it should be considered according to whether it is favorable or unfavorable. The "Gujian" records a case: In the year Jiyou, on the first day of the eleventh lunar month, with the hour of Xu under the sign of Wei, a divination was made about the future. The interpretation was: The卯 comes to overcome the戌, and the戌 also absorbs the Bing fire into its墓. The巳 goes to enter the house but is overcome, so the official career will certainly be obstructed, and one must wait until the mourning period is over to get a post; also, one should avoid certain things. Just as one was about to rise, one's fate was exhausted. Later, it indeed happened that he had to mourn his mother and also resigned to avoid his brother's official position, returning home for nine years and eventually died from illness.

課體：重審，從革，斬關，伏殃。課義：三傳無跡，兩貴坐厄，夜將生之，財亡再獲。解曰：初傳旬空，中傳坐於空位，末傳又乘空神，是三傳皆空，無形跡也。酉為夜貴，受丙之克。亥為晝貴，被未之克。兩貴皆坐厄地，豈能得貴之力乎。金局俱空，財既亡失，若夜占得天乙太常、勾陳之土生之，不啻再獲，大宜索債。

The lesson pattern is "Reexamination," "From Reform," "Cutting the Gate," and "Hidden Harm." The three transmissions are in the signs巳, 酉, and 丑, forming a metal trinity. Metal is characterized by reform, hence it is called "From Reform." The four lines of the lesson meaning state: the three transmissions have no traces, and both noblemen are seated in dangerous places; if the divination is done at night and the earth element comes to generate, the lost wealth can be regained. Detailed explanation: the first transmission falls in the旬空, the middle transmission is seated in the empty position, and the final transmission is accompanied by the empty god, thus all three transmissions are empty and have no form. 酉 is the night nobleman, but is overcome by 丙 fire; 亥 is the day nobleman, but is overcome by 未 earth: both noblemen are seated in dangerous places, how can they receive the power of the nobleman? The metal trinity is entirely empty, so the wealth has already been lost; if the divination is cast at night and the heavenly generals such as Tian Yi, Tai Chang, and Gou Chen, which belong to the earth element, come to generate it, it is as if lost wealth is regained, which is most suitable for seeking to recover debts.

斷曰：此卦從革之局，又為重審。事利後動，先天後革，有氣則革而增進，無氣則革而速退，百凡宜詳審後行。辰乘虎加子，乃支墓臨支克支。如占家宅，必有孝服，或有伏尸。蓋罡虎臨宅，驚恐總非細耳。

Overall interpretation: This divination is from the "Revolution" pattern and also belongs to "Re-examination," which suggests it is advisable to act after others. First, it follows the old way, then it undergoes change: if there is energy, it will change and bring gain; if there is no energy, it will change and quickly retreat. In all matters, one should carefully examine before taking action. The辰 (Chen) is riding the White Tiger and is placed on the Zi (子), meaning the墓 (mound) of the day branch is resting on the day branch and also attacks it. If this is about a family residence, there must be matters concerning mourning clothes, or a body that has been left undisturbed, because the Tiangang (天罡) and White Tiger are present in the residence, causing fear and alarm that will not be small.

天時：孟雨旋晴，出旬有雨。家宅：罡虎臨宅，主有驚恐。婚姻：不宜，亦不成。胎產：恐不實，夜占得男。功名：秋占大吉，餘不用。求財：宜空手求之，持本者反無利。投謁：未遇。疾病：占小口有災，卯月占病凶。失脫：宜尋亦難見。出行：恐所往無倚托。行人：速來。爭訟：不宜投托勢要，宜和解。兵戰：損失或將士病患。

Divination on weather: In the early part of the month, rain will come and then clear up quickly, but there will be more rain outside this ten-day period. Divination on the household: The Tiangang and White Tiger are present, indicating fear and alarm. Divination on marriage: Not advisable, and it is likely to fail. Divination on childbirth: The child may not be stable, and if the divination is done at night, it suggests a male child. Divination on official rank: If the divination is done in autumn, it is very auspicious; otherwise, it is not advisable. Divination on seeking wealth: It is better to go without money, as bringing money will result in loss. Divination on visiting officials: The person will not be seen. Divination on illness: Children are at risk, and if divined in the卯 month, the illness is dangerous. Divination on lost items: It is possible to find them, but they will be hard to locate. Divination on travel: There may be no support upon arrival. Divination on a traveler: The traveler will arrive soon. Divination on disputes: It is not advisable to rely on powerful families; instead, reconciliation is better. Divination on military matters: There will be losses or soldiers will fall ill.

畢法云：兩貴受克難干貴，支乘墓虎有伏尸；合中犯殺蜜中砒，空空如也事休追。課經訂訛云：丙丁日從革局雖為財，但酉加巳為愁課。蓋酉為秋令肅殺，萬物愁苦也。照膽秘訣云：占宅忌見辰剋日，支干上下休藏鬼。

The "Bifa Fu" says: When two noblemen are both restrained, it is difficult to rely on noble assistance; when the day branch is occupied by the Tomb Spirit and also by the White Tiger, there are corpses stored in the house; when there is a harmonious relationship but it involves Inauspicious Sha, it is like sweet honey containing arsenic; if everything is empty, there is no need to investigate further. The "Lunin Ke Jing Ding'E" says: Although the fromge jin structure on丙 day and丁 day is considered wealth, if酉 is placed on巳, it becomes a "chou ke", because酉 belongs to the autumn season's sharp and killing energy, causing all things to feel sorrowful. The "Zhaochan Mijian" says: When predicting the family residence, it is most undesirable to see 辰 restraining the day; neither the heavenly stem nor the earthly branch should conceal official ghosts.

課體：重審，元胎，寡宿。課義：己財先費，眾人懷惠，倘若夜占，一事無濟。解曰：申為丙財，加干發用，而值旬空，是現在己財先耗費矣。初生中亥，中生末寅。寅雖日之長生，然晝乘元武，夜乘白虎，難以倚賴。三傳遞生，徒以我財惠眾，於我何利焉。晝占猶有六合，貴人虛聲相援；夜占則初蛇末虎，於事尤無濟矣。

The lesson pattern is "Re-examination," "Original Embryo," and "Gua Su." The four lines of the lesson meaning state: my wealth is spent first, and others receive my favor; if the divination is cast at night, nothing can be accomplished. Detailed explanation: Shen is the wealth of Bing fire, added to the day stem and initiating the transmission, but it is exactly in the旬空, indicating that my current wealth is being spent first. The first transmission generates the middle transmission of Hai, and the middle transmission generates the final transmission of Yin. Although Yin is the long life of the day, it is supported by Yuan Wu in the day and White Tiger at night, which is unreliable. The three transmissions generate one after another, using my wealth to benefit others, which benefits me nothing. If the divination is cast in the day, there is also the support of Liu He and Nobleman, which is a false display of strength; if cast at night, the first transmission is supported by Teng Snake and the final transmission by White Tiger, making it even more hopeless for the matter.

斷曰：此重審之卦，三傳皆孟，為退步長生，名曰生胎。事主遲而有喜。然初中皆落空陷，費盡辛勤，所求未得。又合中多見刑沖，亦防親匿之間，暗生釁隙。占者每事詳審，勿隳志氣，自有收成，酉年月吉。

General interpretation: This is a "Re-examination" divination, with all three transmissions being of the young god, belonging to "retreating growth," named "birth and infancy." The matter is characterized by slowness but ultimately brings good news. However, the first and second transmissions fall into empty and trapped positions, indicating great effort with little result. Moreover, there are many punishments and clashes among the harmonious elements, so one should beware of hidden disputes between close friends. The person divining should carefully consider all matters, not losing heart, and naturally will achieve success. The years of酉 (Metal Rooster) and months of酉 are favorable.

天時：秋占有雨，餘無雨。家宅：主家道不足。婚姻：不利，晝占吉，又恐不成。胎產：占胎不實，臨產立下。功名：主有人舉薦，然有其心，無其實。求財：無所得。投謁：相得甚歡，卻無實際。疾病：暴病癒，久病難。失脫：難尋，逃亡為關津所獲。出行：不利。行人：未來。爭訟：無實害，然既解，仍懷怨心。兵戰：防失眾，敵無蹤影。

Divination on weather: In autumn, there will be rain, but in other seasons, there will be no rain. Divination on the household: Indicates insufficient resources at home. Divination on marriage: Unfavorable, although the divination for daytime is auspicious, it is still feared that the marriage may not succeed. Divination on pregnancy: The pregnancy is not solid, and the child will be born shortly before delivery. Divination on official rank: Indicates that someone will recommend you, but there is only the intention without the reality. Divination on seeking wealth: Nothing will be obtained. Divination on visiting someone: The visit is pleasant, but there is no real benefit. Divination on illness: A sudden illness can be cured, but a long-term illness is difficult to recover from. Divination on lost items: Difficult to find; a person who has fled will be caught at a checkpoint or ferry. Divination on travel: Unfavorable. Divination on a traveler: The traveler has not yet returned. Divination on disputes: There is no actual harm, but even though the matter has been reconciled, there is still lingering resentment. Divination on military matters: Be cautious of losing troops, but the enemy is not visible.

畢法云：二貴皆空虛喜期，合中犯煞蜜中砒。課經云：三傳遞生，必得眾人之力，始終成就。如值空亡，雖有成就之心，乃閒話多，赤心少。心印賦云：空亡用起喜無成，憂災雖有不為迪。

The *Bi Fa Fu* says: When two noblemen fall into kongwang, it is only a hollow joy; although they are in harmony, they are afflicted by Inauspicious Sha, like砒霜 hidden in honey. The *Liu Ren Ke Jing* says: When the three transmissions are successively generated, one will surely gain the support of many and achieve success; but if kongwang occurs, although there is a desire to accomplish things, it will only result in much talk but little sincerity. The *Xin Yin Fu* says: When the kongwang spirit initiates the transmission, joyful matters will ultimately fail; although there may be worries and disasters, they will not really come to pass.

課體：重審，間傳，勵德，登三天。課義：交互六害，各懷駔儈，傳脫刃空，全無倚賴。解曰：子與未穿，巳與寅穿，干支上下交互六害。如我意孟加害於他人，不知他已先辦害我之意，此往彼來，交易險詐，非各懷駔儈而何。全賴動而得吉，庶可免咎。乃三傳初脫干氣，中作丙刃，末陷旬空，尚何恃以無恐乎。

The lesson pattern is "Re-examination," "Intermittent Transmission," "Encouragement of Virtue," and "Ascending to the Third Heaven." The three transmissions are Chen, Wu, and Shen, moving in order through the three heavens, ascending step by step, hence called "Ascending to the Third Heaven." The four lines of the lesson meaning state: The heavenly stems and earthly branches interact, creating six harmful relationships, with both sides harboring mercantile intentions. The three transmissions either exhaust the day stem's energy, or become Yangren, or fall into emptiness, offering nothing to rely upon. Detailed explanation: Zi and Wei are in mutual conflict, Si and Yin are in mutual conflict, and the heavenly stems and earthly branches interact to form six harmful relationships. It is like I intend to harm someone, but I am unaware that they have already prepared to harm me. In this mutual exchange, there is constant danger and deceit, which is nothing but mutual mercantile intentions. One can only rely on movement to achieve good fortune and avoid misfortune. However, in the three transmissions, the first transmission exhausts the day stem's energy, the middle transmission is the Yangren of Bing fire, and the final transmission falls into the empty旬, leaving nothing to rely on and nothing to be fearless about.

斷曰：此重審之卦，順進間傳，為登三天之格。事主由下而上，由晦而明。君子當之有位，彌尊望彌重之象，否則為翰音登天之凶。晝占貴人立酉，宜謹身修德。夜占龍化為蛇，始榮終辱。惟初秋為得其時令，吉可卜也。

General interpretation: This is a "Chong Shen" (Re-examination) divination, with a forward-moving intermediate transmission forming the "Deng San Tian" (Ascending to Three Heavens) pattern. The matter is expected to develop from the bottom up, from obscurity to clarity. If a gentleman divines this, it indicates a gradual rise in official position and increasing reputation; otherwise, it becomes a凶兆 (auspicious omen) like the "Han Yin Deng Yu Tian" (Horned Cry Ascending to Heaven) in the upper ninth line of the Book of Changes, which signifies empty fame without real substance. If the divination is cast during the day, the nobleman is positioned at the You (酉) place, advising caution in self-cultivation and moral development. If cast at night, the Azure Dragon transforms into the Teng Snake, indicating initial honor followed by disgrace. Only in the early autumn season is this divination considered timely and capable of predicting good fortune.

天時：雲蒸雷起，忽復解散，秋占有雨。家宅：貧耗，內外不和，家有壞梯。婚姻：可合而未成。胎產：防有損墮。功名：七月吉，夜占主廷試被斥。求財：費本受驚，終歸無得，秋占有刊。疾病：驟病易好，久病凶。失脫：盜物難獲，逃亡自歸。出行：平穩。行人：子辰日來，晝占有喪車同行。爭訟：事達於上，卻易解散。兵戰：晝占不利，夜占不勝。

Divination on weather: Clouds rise and gather, thunder suddenly erupts, then quickly dissipate; in autumn, rain is expected. Divination on the household: Poverty and loss, internal and external discord, there is a broken ladder in the house. Divination on marriage: It can be successful but has not yet come to pass. Divination on pregnancy: Be cautious of miscarriage. Divination on official rank: July is favorable; if the course is cast at night, it indicates failure in the palace examination. Divination on seeking wealth: Loss of capital and fright, ultimately gaining nothing; in autumn, some profit may be obtained. Divination on illness: Sudden illness is easy to recover from, but chronic illness is dangerous. Divination on lost items: Stolen items are difficult to recover, and the escaped person returns by themselves. Divination on travel: Smooth and safe. Divination on a traveler: Arrives on the day of Zi or Chou; if the course is cast in the daytime, there will be a funeral procession on the way. Divination on disputes: The matter is taken to higher authorities, but it is more likely to be resolved. Divination on military affairs: If the course is cast in the daytime, it is unfavorable; if cast at night, victory is not possible.

畢法云：二貴皆空虛喜期，罡塞鬼戶任謀為。古鑑：己酉十月朔，卯將丑時，戊辰生人占升遷。曰：子日為關，今登天而不過關，目下有阻。白虎入宅臨父母，必主丁艱。申值旬空，行年未上又見空亡，逢空則止，運亦盡矣，後皆驗。

The "Bifa Fu" says: When two noblemen fall into the void, it is just a hollow joy; when the Tiangang blocks the ghost gate, it is just right for free planning. The "Gujian" records a case: On the first day of the tenth lunar month in the Jiyou year, with the卯 general and the丑 time, a person born in the Wuchen year divined about promotion. The interpretation was: The子 day is the key point, although he has now reached the heavenly gate, he cannot pass this gate, there is obstruction now; the White Tiger enters the house and approaches the parent's yao, which indicates the death of the parents; the申 is exactly in the旬 empty, and the未 where the person's current year is also sees the Kongwang, encountering the empty stops, the fortune has reached its end. Later, all these predictions came true.

課體：知一，進茹，驀越。課義：支干拱簇，所虛者祿，夜貴作空，晝貴履獄。解曰：干上乘午，支上乘丑，內拱三傳寅卯辰，所虛者巳為日祿，不足之象。酉乃夜貴，加申落空；亥乃日貴，臨戌入獄，兩貴皆無力也。

The lesson pattern is "Zhi Yi", "Jin Ru", and "Mo Yue": when one bypasses the god that should be taken and instead uses another god to initiate the transmission, it is called "Mo Yue". The four lines of "Ke Yi" say: the heavenly stem and earthly branch enclose the middle positions, and the missing position is precisely the day's禄 (favorable position). The night nobleman falls into an empty position, and the day nobleman is trapped in a prison position. Detailed explanation: the day stem is乘 (occupies)午 (Wu), the day branch is乘丑 (Chou), and in between are the three transmissions寅 (Yin), 卯 (Mao), and 辰 (Chen), which enclose the position. The missing position is巳 (Si), which is the day's禄, indicating a deficiency. 酉 (You) is the night nobleman, which is placed on申 (Shen) and falls into an empty position; 亥 (Hai) is the day nobleman, which is placed on戌 (Xu) and is in a prison position. Both noblemen are ineffective.

斷曰：此知一之卦，三傳順茹，凡事起於同類。又日辰拱夾，前虛德祿兄弟之爻，主名位猶屯，同類不足，小節未完，又驀越用神，盜支生干，為人旺宅衰之象。止宜安守故業，不可妄動，動反生災。寅卯年，春月得之為吉。

Total interpretation: This is a "Zhi Yi" divination lesson, with the three transmissions following in sequence, indicating that all matters originate from peers and similar things. Also, the day and the heavenly stem are both supporting each other, and the missing previous position is exactly the day's virtue, day's fortune, and the爻 of siblings, indicating that one's status is still in difficulty, peers cannot help, and minor issues remain unresolved. Moreover, the method of taking the ruler is abrupt, leading to the depletion of the day's branch to nourish the day's stem, which is an omen of a strong person but a declining dwelling. It is advisable to maintain the old profession and not to act rashly, as any movement may lead to disaster. It is auspicious to receive this lesson in the year of Yin or Mao or in spring.

天時：陰雨，間有日光。家宅：可發丁，宅雖未寧，切不宜遷移。婚姻：和合，宜男，恐不悅於舅姑。胎產：防妊者自恃身壯，反傷胎見血。功名：仕者守部久不選，或有官無俸。求財：冬春有利。投謁：未合。疾病：連綿難愈，若不能飲食者凶。失脫：在東南方，或不離己身，逃亡自歸。出行：不利貴者，常人平平。行人：申末日來。爭訟：事難解散，利客不利主。兵戰：不能取勝。

Divination on weather: There may be occasional sunlight amidst clouds and rain. Divination on the household: There may be a male child added to the family, though the household atmosphere is still unstable, one must not move house. Divination on marriage: The relationship is harmonious, suitable for a male child, but there is a fear that the wife may not please her in-laws. Divination on pregnancy: One should beware that the pregnant woman, relying on her strong health, may injure the fetus and bleed. Divination on official rank: Officials remain in their departments for a long time without being promoted, or hold an official position without salary. Divination on seeking wealth: Favorable in winter and spring. Divination on visiting officials: Not suitable. Divination on illness: The illness is persistent and difficult to cure, if the person cannot eat, it is dangerous. Divination on lost items: In the southeast direction, or perhaps the item has not left the person's side; a person who has run away will return by themselves. Divination on travel: Unfavorable for those with official positions, ordinary people have an average outcome. Divination on a traveler's arrival: He will arrive on the day of Shen or Wei. Divination on disputes: The matter is difficult to resolve, favorable for the guest side and unfavorable for the host side. Divination on military conflict: Unable to win.

畢法云：眷屬豐盈居狹宅，所謀多拙遭羅網，彼此猜忌害相隨。課經云：丑中有牛宿，子中有女宿，丑加子乘太常為牛女相會格。又：傳生支脫干，主人多宅窄，切不可遷居寬廣之屋，反生災咎。袖中金云：順連茹寅卯辰為正和，展經略而果沐恩光。

The "Bi Fa Fu" says: Family members and people are numerous but living in a narrow house; plans are mostly clumsy because they fall into a trap; mutual suspicion leads to harmful influences following. The "Liu Ren Ke Jing" says: In the earthly branch Chou there is the Dipper mansion, and in Zi there is the Girl mansion; when Chou is placed over Zi and carries Tai Chang, it is called the "Ni Nv Xiang Hui Ge." It also says: When the three transmissions are born from the day branch and drain the day stem, it indicates many people but a narrow house; one must not move to a spacious house, as it will invite disaster. The "Xiu Zhong Jin" says: The connected寅,卯,辰 in a smooth sequence is called the "Zheng He" pattern, and implementing strategies will lead to receiving favor and glory.

課體：自信，稼穡，遊子，三奇。課義：身動則徙，彼投於己，兩丁拱墓，靜中動矣。解曰：伏吟見丁而動，今干即是丁，為身自動，而徙干支，支神發用，還傳至干，為彼投於己也。干丁也，支即旬丁，亦丁也。中傳戌為日墓，凡占傳墓事止。今初末兩丁夾之，是於靜之中有動象矣。

The lesson pattern is "Self-Confidence," "Cultivation of Land," "Wandering Child," and "Three Marvels": In a Hidden Chant lesson, when the god above the day branch is used as the initiating transmission, it is called "Self-Confidence." The four lines of the lesson meaning state: The day stem itself moves and must migrate, the other party actively comes to me; two丁 gods are sandwiched around the day's墓, containing motive in stillness. Detailed explanation: In Hidden Chant lessons, the presence of丁 gods indicates movement. Now the day stem itself is丁, meaning the self initiates and moves the stem and branch. The god above the day branch is used as the initiating transmission, which then returns to the day stem, indicating the other party coming to me. The day stem is丁, and the旬丁 hidden in the day branch is also丁. The middle transmission is戌, which is the墓 god of the day. Any matter entering the墓 stops; however, now the first and final transmissions are both丁 gods, sandwiching the墓 in the middle. Even in stillness, there is a sign of movement.

斷曰：此伏吟自信之卦，本象潛藏伏匿，止而不發。況純土稼穡，為艱難之兆，宜靜以應之。然日辰逢丁，干支上神，兩兩沖動，稼穡化為遊子。若三九月天馬並臨，則有必動之勢。丑未作年命者，占試必中。蓋丑中有斗，未中有鬼，二字合為魁也。

General interpretation: This is a lesson of self-confidence in a hidden chant, with the basic image indicating concealment and restraint, with no action taken. Moreover, the three transmissions are all earth, indicating a sign of difficulty, and it is advisable to respond with stillness. However, both the day and the month are encountering the spirit of Ding, and the heavenly stem and earthly branch are mutually exciting, turning the harvest into "wandering sons." If in March or September the heavenly horse is also present, there will be an inevitable need for action. Those whose destiny is based on the earthly branches of Chou and Wei will certainly pass the examination, because Chou contains the Dipper mansion and Wei contains the Ghost mansion, and the combination of Dipper and Ghost forms the character "Kui."

天時：陰多雨少。田禾：可得豐收，終防虛耗。家宅：不宜動土，恐致口舌。婚姻：主田家女，或庫吏家女，入贅吉。胎產：不佳。功名：若屯田版築等官，必得異擢，餘不利。求財：無得且有耗折。投謁：不值。疾病：主脾洩積聚，難愈。失脫：難追。出行：主有私孟事，或往婦女家。行人：飄流未歸，或有私戀。爭訟：主爭奪田產。兵戰：吉，尤利屯田。

Divination on the weather: cloudy days are frequent with little rain. Divination on crops: a good harvest is expected, but one should still be cautious of ending up working hard for nothing. Divination on the household: it is not advisable to break ground, as it may bring about disputes. Divination on marriage: the person is likely the daughter of a farmer or the daughter of a warehouse official, and a marriage with her is auspicious. Divination on pregnancy: not favorable. Divination on official rank: if the position involves屯田 or construction, promotion is certain, but other positions are unfavorable. Divination on seeking wealth: it cannot be obtained and there will be losses. Divination on seeking an audience: no success. Divination on illness: it indicates spleen deficiency, diarrhea, and accumulation inside the abdomen, which are difficult to cure. Divination on lost items: they cannot be recovered. Divination on travel: it indicates private matters or visits to women's homes. Divination on a traveler: the person is away and has not returned, or is involved in some secret affair. Divination on disputes: it indicates a dispute over land. Divination on military matters: favorable, especially for屯田.

畢法云：費有餘而得不足，彼求我事支傳干。課經云：交車沖，不論親疏，先合後離。指竅云：凡逆傳四季者，春占越庫，散財不以其道；夏占傳魁，委用不得其人；秋占殺墓，勢將興而將起；冬占伏陰，機漸收而漸藏。

The "Bifa Fu" says: Expenditure exceeds income, and what is obtained is insufficient; when the other party seeks me, it is when the day branch transmits to the day stem. The "Liu Ren Ke Jing" says: In a lesson where vehicles cross and conflict, regardless of kinship, it first unites and then separates. The "Zhi Qiao" says: Whenever the three transmissions go in reverse and involve the seasons of Chen, Xu, Chou, and Wei, in spring it is called "yue ku," indicating dispersal of wealth without proper means; in summer it is called "chuan kui," indicating improper use of people; in autumn it is called "sha mu," indicating rising momentum that has not yet fully developed; in winter it is called "fu yin," indicating gradually concealed opportunities.

課體：重審，退茹。課義：晝祿虎邊，遂謁三傳，隨鬼歸墓，終受淹纏。解曰：午為丁祿臨日，然晝占乘白虎，不可守也。遂動而投於三傳，初傳子鬼，中傳亥鬼，而人在末傳之戌墓，始終受淹纏昏滯之咎而已。子鬼坐丑方受克，似不能為害。然丁課坐未，與之沖動，亦未見安寧也。

The lesson pattern is "Chong Shen" and "Tui Ru." The four lines of the lesson meaning explain that on a daytime divination, the day's official (禄) falls next to the White Tiger, thus moving into the three transmissions; then following the official ghost (官鬼), it returns to the tomb, always being entangled. Detailed explanation: Wu is the禄 of Ding fire, which is on the day's position, but since the daytime divination uses the White Tiger, it cannot remain still and thus moves into the three transmissions: the first transmission is Zi, which is the official ghost, the middle transmission is Hai, also the official ghost, and finally it falls into Xu, the tomb, thus always resulting in entanglement and stagnation. The official ghost Zi sits on Chou and is being restrained, seemingly unable to cause harm; however, the lodging palace of Ding is located at Wei, which conflicts with Chou and thus agitates it, so there is no peace to be found.

斷曰：此重審之卦，逆傳連茹，利為主而後動。長上有厄，事從內起，咎由婦人，往多不順，詳審後行則吉。在君子則有不終家食之象，然志孟扶搖，身仍淹滯。在常人則為破產、涉訟之象。大約半生磨折，始就安逸也。百凡有始鮮終。

General interpretation: This is a "Chong Shen" (re-examination) divination, with the three transmissions in reverse order connected together, favorable for the main party to take initiative later. The elder has misfortune, the matter arises from within, and the fault comes from the woman. Going forward is mostly unsmooth, and only after careful consideration and then taking action will it be auspicious. For a gentleman, it signifies an inability to remain at home enjoying official salary for a long time; although there is an ambition to rise rapidly, the body remains restrained. For an ordinary person, it indicates bankruptcy and legal disputes. It will take about half a lifetime of hardship before things become peaceful, and all matters have a beginning but no end.

天時：多雨久陰。家宅：人旺不宜買奴婢，主時有官非盜失。婚姻：主有官訟，久始得合。胎產：主女，即產。功名：必歷兩官，後見蹭蹬。求財：有損無益。疾病：難安，亦不大凶。失脫：夜占反受賊累，為官所詐。出行：不利，未遠即返。行人：即至。爭訟：晝占宜求貴助，夜占不利。兵戰：宜用權變，恐不果斷。

Divination on weather: there will be much rain and prolonged overcast skies. Divination on the household: the population will be flourishing, but it is not advisable to buy servants or slaves, as there will be frequent lawsuits and thefts. Divination on marriage: there will be legal disputes involved, and it will take a long time to succeed. Divination on pregnancy: it indicates the birth of a daughter, followed by imminent childbirth. Divination on official rank: one must hold positions in two different places, and afterwards will encounter obstacles at every step. Divination on seeking wealth: there will be loss without gain. Divination on illness: the condition will not be easy to recover from, but it is not a major disaster. Divination on lost items: if the divination is cast at night, it will result in being troubled by thieves and being harassed by the authorities. Divination on travel: it is unfavorable, and one will have to return before going far. Divination on a traveler: the traveler will arrive immediately. Divination on disputes: if the divination is cast in the daytime, it is advisable to seek help from a nobleman; if cast at night, it is unfavorable. Divination on military matters: it is advisable to be flexible and adaptable, but one should fear lack of decisiveness.

畢法云：鬼乘天乙乃神祇，將逢內戰所謀危。袖中金云：重陰安嘉遁之貞，寧甘沒齒。古鑑：午將加未占前程曰：丁德在午，亥為上德，子為紫微，丑為北斗，主有陰德洪大。傳遁乙丙丁三奇，貴人在中，午祿扶身乘虎，行年催官，子蛇前引，必得高第，小則郎官，大則侍從，未易量也。俱驗。

The "Bifa Fu" says: If the official ghost is riding on the heavenly virtue nobleman, it indicates divine spirits causing trouble; if the heavenly general encounters internal conflict, the matter in question is dangerous. The "Xiu Zhong Jin" says: Accumulated yin energy corresponds to the meaning of the "Yijing" Duan hexagram "Jia Dun Zhen Ji" (favorable retreat and sincerity bring good fortune), so it is better to remain in seclusion and live out one's days. The "Gu Jian" records a case: When the hour of wu is added to the hour of wei, the fortune of the future was predicted as follows: The virtue deity of ding is in wu, hai is the upper virtue, zi is ziwu, and chou is beidou, indicating great yin virtue; the three transmissions of the ten days' retreat obtain the three marvels, yi, bing, and ding, with the nobleman residing among them. The heavenly virtue rides on the wu official and is supported by the white tiger; the person's current year also promotes officialdom. The teng snake is in front of zi, leading the way, so he will certainly pass the examination with a high rank, at the very least becoming a deputy official, and at the very most entering the court service, with an unlimited future. All of this later came true.

課體：重審，間傳，時遁。課義：遍地貴人，利見大人，支干互絕，六位陰純。解曰：亥乃晝貴，酉乃夜貴，見於三課四課，又在初傳中傳，遍地皆是。利於謁見，不利於倚托，貴多則不專也。火絕於亥，土絕於巳。今支干互絕，宜於兩相更代之事。又三傳間遞，純是六陰地位，宜於私謀陰於，不利公事也。

The lesson pattern is "Chong Shen," "Jian Chuan," and "Shi Dun." The four sentences of "Ke Yi" state: Noblemen are everywhere, favorable for visiting important officials; the heavenly stems and earthly branches are mutually at their extremes, and the three transmissions and six positions are entirely occupied by yin spirits. Detailed explanation: Hai is the day nobleman, You is the night nobleman, both appearing in the third and fourth lessons, and also falling in the first and middle transmissions, which can be said to be everywhere. This is favorable for visiting in person, but not favorable for long-term reliance, because too many noblemen make them not exclusive. Fire is at its extreme in Hai, earth is at its extreme in Si, now the heavenly stems and earthly branches are mutually at their extremes, suitable for mutual succession. Moreover, the three transmissions are transmitted in intervals, entirely falling on the six yin positions, suitable for secret plots, but not favorable for official matters.

斷曰：此重審之卦，退茹間傳，合時遁格。用起孟神，傳仲及季，以陰加陰，有朋從陰謀之事，起於下人女子。若循理而行，則應牝馬之貞，黃裳之吉。否則憂疑患難，自臨絕地矣。中末空亡，凡事有始無終，吉凶皆虛而不實。

General interpretation: This is a "Chong Shen" (re-examination) divination, with an inverse retreat intermediate transmission, conforming to the "Shi Dun" (time evasion) pattern. The initiating transmission starts from the young god, proceeds to the middle god and then to the old god, with a yin element added to another yin element, indicating a secret plot involving lower people and women. If one follows reason and propriety, it should correspond to the "Pine Horse's Constancy" in the Book of Changes' Kun hexagram and the "Yellow Robe's Great Good Fortune" in the sixth line of the fifth hexagram; otherwise, there will be worries, doubts, difficulties, and one will find oneself in a desperate situation. The middle and final transmissions fall into Kongwang (void), meaning all matters start but do not finish, and whether good or bad, they are all empty and not substantial.

天時：多陰晦，亦無雨。家宅：宜與人互相兌換而居，夜占朱雀內戰，防口舌火燭。婚姻：不成。胎產：土女胎，或婢妾生子。功名：現任主多差委，權攝考試，恐薦而不售。求財：八月可得。疾病：主犯寒邪，口輕夜重。失脫：主女子盜竊，深藏難覓。出行：謁貴多遇而無力。行人：占尊長即歸。爭訟：主為交易田產，或陰私之事，各投勢要，終歸解散。兵戰：宜用間諜，臨時權變。

Divination on the weather: mostly overcast with no rain. Divination on the household: it is suitable to exchange residences with others; during the night, there is a battle within the Vermilion Bird trigram, beware of disputes and fire-related incidents. Divination on marriage: it will not succeed. Divination on pregnancy: it indicates a female child, or a servant giving birth. Divination on official rank: the current master is likely to be assigned to a different post, to manage examinations, but fear that although recommended, he may not be able to achieve success. Divination on seeking wealth: it can be obtained in the eighth month. Divination on illness: it indicates a cold pathogen, with symptoms lighter during the day and heavier at night. Divination on lost items: it indicates that the item was stolen by a woman and is hidden deeply, making it difficult to find. Divination on travel: visiting a nobleman may result in being seen but not receiving assistance. Divination on a traveler: if the person is a superior, he will return immediately. Divination on disputes: it indicates disputes over land transactions or private matters, with each party relying on powerful families, eventually leading to resolution. Divination on military matters: it is suitable to use spies and be flexible in response.

畢法云：晝夜貴加求兩貴，課傳皆貴轉無依，不行傳者考初時。課經云：亥酉未時遁格，蓋酉為太陰，未中丁馬玉女，利隱遁潛形。自亥傳未，如人入幽暗求隱，有遁身之象、君子吉而小人凶也。纂義云：夜占朱雀內戰，家有口舌火燭。

The "Bifa Fu" says: If the nobleman appears at both day and night, it is favorable to seek support from two noblemen; if all four lessons and three transmissions are noblemen, then there is no support to rely on; if the nobleman is not included in the three transmissions, one must examine the time of the first transmission. The "Liu Ren Ke Jing" says: The hours of亥, 酉, and 未 form the "Shi Dun Ge" (Time Concealment Pattern), because 酉 is Tai Yin, and 未 contains the spirit of Ding, the Post-horse, and the Jade Maiden, which is favorable for concealment and hiding; when the course moves from亥 to 未, it is like a person entering a dark place to seek concealment, showing the image of hiding, which is auspicious for the virtuous and inauspicious for the petty. The "Liu Ren Zuan Yi" says: If the lesson is cast at night with the Vermilion Bird in internal conflict, there will be disputes and fire-related troubles at home.

課體：昴星，掩目，虎視。課義：遞相闇昧，各甘其晦，魁罡乘丁，如騎虎背。解曰：支墓覆干，干墓覆支，是為遞相闇昧。乃干復自坐於戌，支復自坐於辰，又為各甘其晦也。故畢法有天網恢恢之喻。魁罡主動，而丁又變動之神，今魁乘旬丁，罡乘課丁，其動兇猛，如騎虎背也。

The lesson pattern is called "昴星" (Amber Star), "掩目" (Covering the Eyes), and "虎视" (Tiger Watching): when the four lessons have no mutual overcoming, taking the use from the酉 position is called "昴星." The lesson meaning consists of four lines, which say: the heavenly stem and earthly branch mutually envelop each other in darkness, each content with obscurity; the Hekui and Tiangang are riding on the Ding god, like riding on the back of a tiger. Detailed explanation: the burial place of the day branch covers the day stem, and the burial place of the day stem covers the day branch, which is mutual obscurity; and the day stem sits itself on戌, while the day branch sits itself on辰, which is each content with obscurity. Therefore, the "Bi Fa Fu" (Discerning the Fate Classic) uses the metaphor of "the heavenly net is vast and wide." The Hekui and Tiangang are originally active, but Ding is a changing god. Now, the Hekui is riding on the旬 Ding, and the Tiangang is riding on the lesson Ding, moving with great force, like riding on the back of a tiger and unable to get down.

斷曰：此昴星之卦，名冬蛇掩目，亦名虎視。魁罡繫於丑未，人宅俯仰皆在墓中，否塞甚矣。倘更日月宿臨四仲，則為天地二煩。夜占則又蛇虎縱橫，尤為凶象。占者當如蟄蟲壞戶，退藏於密，極意提防，庶可免咎。

Total interpretation: This is the "昴星" lesson, named "Winter Snake Covering the Eyes," also called "Tiger Watching." The Hekui and Tiangang are located above Chou and Wei, and both the person and the house are in a position of bending and stretching, all within the墓 (grave) position, which is very blocked. If the day and month rulers also appear in the four central positions, it becomes the two evils of Tianfan and Difan; when casting the lesson at night, the Teng Snake and White Tiger are rampant, especially indicating a凶 (dangerous) situation. The person should retreat and hide like a hibernating insect blocking its hole, and be extremely cautious to avoid misfortune.

天時：主有雷電，晝占雨足，夜占風多。家宅：夜占有大驚恐事，或多怪夢。婚姻：不宜，若成必夫婦不睦。胎產：晝占得男吉，夜占立產，有虛驚。功名：中有危險，兢慎終吉，午生人尤佳。求財：計謀多左。疾病：暴病無事，久疾凶，主驚疾。失脫：難獲。出行：利赴任，餘有悔。行人：淹滯。爭訟：不利。兵戰：晝占不寧，夜占獲金寶之兆。

Divination on weather: There will be thunder and lightning. If the divination is cast during the day, there will be abundant rain. If cast at night, there will be much wind. Divination on the household: If cast at night, there will be great fear or many strange dreams. Divination on marriage: It is not advisable. If one insists on proceeding, the couple will not be harmonious. Divination on pregnancy and childbirth: If cast during the day, giving birth to a son is auspicious. If cast at night, childbirth will occur immediately with some alarm in between. Divination on official rank: There is danger; one must be cautious and eventually it will be favorable, especially for those born in the year of the午 (horse). Divination on seeking wealth: Plans are likely to fail. Divination on illness: Sudden illness is not serious, but prolonged illness is ominous, indicating illness of fear and anxiety. Divination on lost items: Difficult to find. Divination on travel: Favorable for taking office, but other travels may lead to regret. Divination on a traveler: The person will be detained abroad. Divination on disputes: Unfavorable. Divination on military matters: If cast during the day, there will be unrest. If cast at night, there is a sign of acquiring treasure.

畢法云：干支乘墓各昏迷，人宅坐墓甘招晦，虎視逢虎力難施。課經云：丁丑日辰加未，夜將白虎乘墓，臨身入傳，卦體虎視，如逢三虎，有力難施，驚危不免。括囊賦云：昴星歸去而防險。

The "Bifa Fu" says: Heavenly Stems and Earthly Branches each take their own墓 (mound), causing confusion and unclear situations; when a person and their dwelling share the same墓, they willingly invite darkness; when a lesson has the White Tiger looking sideways, and meets another White Tiger, even if there is strength, it cannot be fully exerted. The "Lunin Ke Jing" says: On Dingchou day, with the hour stem Chen added to Wei, during the night, the White Tiger rides upon the Tomb Spirit (mound deity), comes to the self, and enters the three transmissions. The hexagram itself is already of the White Tiger looking sideways, as if encountering three White Tigers, even with strength, it is difficult to act, and danger is inevitable. The "Kuanang Fu" says: The昴星 (昴 star) lesson requires turning back and retreating to prevent danger.

課體：元首，從革。課義：小利先施，大財必歸，傳空將土，重重取妻。解曰：干，自己也；支，他人也。酉本我財，然是空財。今加丑上，是我以小利施於彼。遂致巳加於酉，合成三傳金局，皆為我利矣。初傳乘空，中傳脫氣，末傳旬空，而得夜將純土生之，皆化為實，重重皆我妻財也。

The lesson pattern is "Yuan Shou" and "Cong Ge." The four lines of the lesson meaning state: first give out small gains, then surely great wealth will return; although the three transmissions are empty, the heavenly general belongs to earth, and there will be abundant wife wealth. Detailed explanation: the day stem represents oneself, and the day branch represents others.酉 is my wealth, but it is an empty wealth; now it is added to 丑, meaning I first give small gains to the other party. Then 巳 is added to 酉, forming the three transmissions of the metal cycle, all becoming my benefits. The first transmission is riding on emptiness, the middle transmission is leaking energy, and the final transmission falls into the旬 empty. However, obtaining a pure earth heavenly general at night to generate them turns all emptiness into reality, resulting in abundant wife wealth.

斷曰：此元首之卦，合從革之局，事多順利，起於男子，有正大光明之象。但三合退行，必有阻隔。卯酉臨於干支，體同龍戰，不免疑忌乖離。貴人立卯，陰小有災。初末皆空，中間耗竊，枉用心術工夫，始終虛而不實。

General interpretation: This is a "Yuan Shou" type of divination, also matching the From Reform structure, indicating that matters are mostly smooth, originating from a man, showing a bright and open appearance. However, the Triple Harmony indicates a retreat, inevitably leading to obstacles. The卯 and酉 are separately placed on the heavenly stem and earthly branch, forming a pattern similar to the upper sixth line of the K'un hexagram in the I Ching, "Dragon fighting in the wild," which inevitably brings suspicion, jealousy, discord, and separation. The Nobleman is positioned at the卯, indicating that the younger generation and hidden people will suffer misfortune. Both the first and final transmissions are empty, and in between, there is loss and theft, leading to the use of empty schemes and efforts, always remaining empty and not substantial.

天時：氣燥，有云少雨。家宅：宜進田財，多蓄奴婢。婚姻：再娶吉，然防拂逆翁姑。胎產：防不實。功名：尊顯者吉，微員不利。求財：隨地有財，卻不得實。疾病：主父母災，腹痛、血痢，暴病即解。失脫：捕風捉影。出行：宜避患遠行，不利弔喪問疾。行人：占奴僕、文書，速到。爭訟：乍訟難解，久訟即和。兵戰：步步謹慎，始無挫折。

Divination on weather: the climate is dry with little cloud and little rain. Divination on the household: it is favorable to acquire land and to keep more servants. Divination on marriage: it is favorable to take a second wife, but one should beware of the wife being disrespectful to the parents-in-law. Divination on childbirth: one should beware of the mother not sitting properly during childbirth. Divination on official rank: it is favorable for those in high positions, but unfavorable for low-ranking officials. Divination on seeking wealth: there is wealth everywhere, but it cannot be obtained in reality. Divination on illness: it indicates disaster for the parents, with abdominal pain, diarrhea and bloody stools, and urgent illness will be resolved quickly. Divination on lost items: it is like grasping at shadows. Divination on travel: it is favorable to travel far to avoid misfortune, but unfavorable for attending funerals or visiting the sick. Divination on the arrival of a person: it refers to matters concerning servants or documents, and the person will arrive soon. Divination on disputes: when disputes first arise, they are difficult to resolve, but if the dispute continues, it may eventually lead to reconciliation. Divination on military matters: one must be cautious at every step to avoid defeat.

畢法云：人宅皆死各衰羸，合中犯煞蜜中砒。課經云：范蠡為越王占產，申加子，巳為用，旺火克下死金，上強下弱，決生男。指南：正月亥將加卯，占升遷，三傳空脫，太歲龍神落陷，互乘死氣，春得金局，官難滿任，明年宜請告。不聽，果被劾罷。

The *Bi Fa Fu* says: When both the person and the dwelling are in a dead position, they are both weak; although they are in harmony, they are afflicted by Inauspicious Sha, like sweet honey containing arsenic. The *Liu Ren Ke Jing* says: Fan Li predicted the birth of a child for the King of Yue. The transmission was Shen added to Zi, with Si as the initiating transmission. The strong fire overcame the weak dead metal below, with the superior strong and the inferior weak, thus predicting the birth of a male child. The *Liu Ren Zhi Nan* records a case: In the first lunar month, with Hai as the month general added to the卯 hour, the prediction for promotion was made. The three transmissions fell into empty positions and lost energy, the year's master and the Azure Dragon were in a weak position, and both were riding on death qi. In spring, a metal formation was formed, and it was predicted that the official position would not be held for the full term, and the person should retire due to illness the next year. The person did not listen, and indeed was impeached and dismissed from office.

課體：重審，四絕，斫輪。課義：木坐空申，斫朽木輪，事雖敗壞，再造出旬。解曰：申金旬空，卯木坐於其上，雖為斫輪，不免朽木難雕矣。丁火敗於卯，而脫氣於戌。巳又支之破碎，事必敗壞。然出旬則申金填實，再造可成也。按甲辰旬，卯落旬空，方為朽木。今申空當為無斧，亦作朽木難雕。

The lesson pattern is "Re-examination," "Four Extremes," and "Chiseling a Wheel." Chiseling a wheel refers to using metal to shape wood, symbolizing the process of refining something into a useful object. The four lines of the lesson meaning explain that the卯 wood is sitting on the empty申 metal, which is like using a dull axe to chop at rotten wood; although the matter is ruined, it can still be rebuilt after this cycle. Detailed explanation: The申 metal is in the旬 empty, and the卯 wood is sitting on it, so even though it forms the chiseling a wheel pattern, it still cannot avoid the situation of rotten wood that cannot be carved. The丁 fire is in the bathing phase and is weakened by卯, and also leaks energy to戌. The巳 is the破碎 god of the day branch, so the matter is definitely ruined. However, after this cycle, the申 metal fills in, so rebuilding is still possible. According to the principle, in the Jiachen cycle, the卯 wood is in the旬 empty, which would be considered rotten wood; now the申 is empty, which should be considered as having no axe, but it is still treated as rotten wood that cannot be carved.

斷曰：此重審之卦，格合斫輪。乙庚作合成器，占主官榮爵顯。惜申值旬空，則為斧斤未利，亦同朽木之論，必須待時改圖，不當率意任行也。子午卯酉，皆臨絕地，但宜了結舊事，不利謀為。晝占卯用，為勾陳內戰，夜為天空內戰。

Total interpretation: This is a "Re-examination" divination, with a structure matching "Cutting the Wheel." Yi and Geng form a harmonious connection, indicating official success and prominence. Unfortunately, Shen is at the旬空, making the axe dull, and the outcome remains like dealing with rotten wood. One must wait for the right opportunity to change plans, and should not act on impulse. Zi, Wu, Mao, and You are all in the绝地, suitable only for concluding past matters, and not favorable for new endeavors. If the divination is cast in the daytime with Mao as the initiating transmission, it indicates a struggle within Gou Chen; if cast at night, it indicates a struggle within Tian Kong.

天時：久雨即晴，久晴有雨。家宅：不富，主有造作之事。婚姻：夜占吉，主吉期改卜。胎產：胎神臨絕，防損。功名：良材未遇，改圖有成。求財：未得，宜田產加絕。疾病：暴病吉，久病凶，年命寅酉尤忌。失脫：夜占難獲。出行：有阻。行人：占弟兄即至。爭訟：得貴力調解。兵戰：事多虛聲，防失眾。

Divination on weather: prolonged rain will soon clear up, and prolonged dry weather will soon have rain. Divination on the household: not prosperous, indicating there will be construction or renovation in the house. Divination on marriage: a good omen if the lesson is cast at night, but the auspicious period needs to be changed. Divination on pregnancy: the fetal god is in a dead position, so there is a risk of miscarriage. Divination on official rank: good material has not yet met someone who can recognize its value, changing paths will lead to success. Divination on seeking wealth: it cannot be obtained temporarily, one should pay more attention to property, but it is also in a dead position. Divination on illness: sudden illness is good, but long-term illness is bad, especially those born in the year of the tiger or rooster should be particularly cautious. Divination on lost items: difficult to find if the lesson is cast at night. Divination on travel: there will be obstacles. Divination on a traveler: if it refers to a brother, he will arrive immediately. Divination on disputes: one can get the help of a nobleman to mediate. Divination on military matters: the affairs are mostly exaggerated, one should be careful of losing the troops.

畢法云：所謀多拙遭羅網，空上逢空事莫追。課經云：干上乘支之網，支上乘干之羅，我孟網羅他，他已網羅我。申遇空亡是為破羅。袖中金云：凡卯木坐空，亦謂之朽木難雕。宜棄業別作生理。訂訛云：傳見本日墓神，名曰舊輪，再斫來意，主退官失職，再謀興復。

The "Bifa Fu" says: Most plans are clumsy because they fall into a net; if the empty position meets another empty position, there is no need to pursue further. The "Liu Ren Ke Jing" says: The day stem is covered by the day branch's net, and the day branch is covered by the day stem's net; I am about to net others, but others have already netted me. When Shen meets empty position, it is called "breaking the net." The "Xiu Zhong Jin" says: Whenever the卯 wood is in an empty position, it is also called rotten wood that cannot be carved, and it is advisable to abandon old occupations and seek new livelihoods. The "Ding'E" says: If the three transmissions include the墓神 of the current day, it is called "old wheel," meaning cutting the old wheel again, which indicates losing official position and losing job, yet still wanting to seek restoration.

課體：反吟，無親，並欄射。課義：動意先有，主客相就，契義難忘，歡欣如舊。解曰：丁主動。干，丁也；支，亦丁也。干支相加，兩丁交互，是意已先動，兩丁迭為賓主以相就也。亥中有壬，初傳亥與口乾丁壬相合，而中末丑未，復往來稠密，町謂契義難忘矣。中傳未之課丁，與末傳丑之旬丁又成兩丁相通，其歡忻之情，宜如舊而不改矣。德神發用，能解百凶。斷曰：此反吟無親之卦，為井欄斜射之格。占主一身兩用，旁求易就，盲道難容。凡事速成，亦復易破。靜則宜，動則擾也。晝夜貴人，皆克其所臨之神，亦主貴人嗔怪。

The lesson pattern is "Reverse Chant," "No Close Friends," and "Parallel Column Shooting," which corresponds to the pattern "Well Column Oblique Shooting." The four lines of "Lesson Meaning" state: The mind has already been active beforehand, with the host and guest mutually approaching each other; affection is hard to forget, and joy is as before. Detailed explanation: The active element is Ding. The day stem is Ding, and the hidden stem in the day branch is also Ding. The combination of stem and branch results in two Dings interacting, indicating that the mind has already been activated, with the two Dings taking turns as host and guest, mutually approaching each other. The hidden壬water in亥forms a Ding-Ren combination with the day stem Ding and the initial transmission亥. The middle and final transmissions丑and未are closely connected, indicating that affection is hard to forget. The Ding in the middle transmission未and the Ding in the final transmission丑form a connection between two Dings, showing that the joy remains as before. The virtue god initiates the transmission, capable of resolving all kinds of dangers. Overall judgment: This is a "Reverse Chant with No Close Friends" lesson, belonging to the "Well Column Oblique Shooting" pattern. It indicates that the subject should act in two places at once, seeking help from the side is easy to succeed, but going straight is difficult. Matters are quickly completed but also quickly broken. Quietly maintaining harmony is appropriate, but any movement leads to disturbance. The two noblemen in day and night both overcome the gods they are associated with, indicating that the noblemen may be resentful.

天時：求雨即得，占晴未晴。家宅：宅吉人和，但時有移動。婚姻：始見反覆，終得成就。胎產：主胎不寧，晝占吉。功名：大利，多歷舊任，同官極相得。求財：轉展不一，後有厚蓄。疾病：雖甚無防，須防反覆。失脫：尋得，逃亡自歸。出行：多遇親故。行人：即歸。爭訟：貴人不悅，變作不常。兵戰：晝吉夜凶，交鋒不一。

Divination on weather: Divination for rain will bring rain immediately, but divination for clear weather will not bring clear weather at once. Divination on the household: The house is auspicious and people are harmonious, but there will be frequent moving. Divination on marriage: At first there is hesitation and uncertainty, but eventually it will be successful. Divination on pregnancy: The fetus is restless, but the divination during the day is auspicious. Divination on official rank: It is highly favorable, mostly involving experience in the previous position, and getting along very well with colleagues. Divination on seeking wealth: It is uncertain and fluctuating, but later there will be substantial accumulation. Divination on illness: The illness is severe but not dangerous, but one must prevent it from recurring. Divination on lost items: The items can be found back; a person who has run away will return by themselves. Divination on travel: There will be many encounters with old friends and relatives on the way. Divination on a traveler: The traveler will return immediately. Divination on disputes: The nobleman is not pleased, and the situation is changeable. Divination on military affairs: It is auspicious in the daytime but ominous at night, and the outcome of battle is uncertain.

畢法云：傳墓入墓分憎愛。貴人蹉跌事參差。纂要云：丁丑日無克。丑宮癸水，遙射巳宮丙火，以巳上亥神為用，如傍井倚欄，斜沖射之，不出井外也。亥是官星德神，不宜值中末之墓，有官人占之不利。如尋常人，卻喜鬼入墓也；心印賦云：登明忽來傳上居，干求貴位必懸魚。

The "Bifa Fu" says: When the墓 (storage) in the transmission falls into the Storage (storage repository), it should be viewed in two ways, one of affection and one of aversion; if the nobleman loses his footing, the situation becomes uneven. The "Lunin Zuyao" says: On a Dingchou day, if there is no conflict among the four lessons, the癸 water in the Chou palace shoots far towards the巳 palace's 丙 fire, then take the亥 god above巳 as the initiating transmission, like leaning against the well rim and shooting obliquely, unable to go beyond the well's mouth. 亥 is the official star and the virtue god, and it is not suitable to fall into the storage of the middle and final transmissions, which is unfavorable for those in official positions; but for common people, it is preferable for the official ghost to fall into storage. The "Xinyin Fu" says: Dengming (Hai) suddenly appears above the three transmissions, seeking a position of honor and power will surely be awarded the fish badge.

課體：重審，鑄印，乘軒。課義：彼此不足，然後和睦，雖爾貌恭，終賴其僕。解曰：未為子害，丑為午害，日與辰先自有不足之處，然後未合於午，丑合於子，交相和睦也。然子午丑未，又實相沖，其為和睦，貌恭而已。午火能生支丑，而子水仍克干丁，惟賴中傳戌土遙制。戌為奴僕，是賴奴僕之力以救患也。

The lesson pattern is "Reexamination," "Casting the Seal," and "Taking the Chariot." The four lines of the lesson meaning explain that at first there were deficiencies between them, and only later did they become harmonious; although on the surface they showed respect, in the end they still relied on the effort of servants. Detailed explanation: "Wei" is the harmful god of "Zi," and "Chou" is the harmful god of "Wu." The day stem and the day branch originally had deficiencies; then "Wei" combined with "Wu" and "Chou" combined with "Zi," thus achieving mutual harmony. However, "Zi" and "Wu," as well as "Chou" and "Wei," actually conflict directly. This so-called harmony is merely superficial respect. The fire of "Wu" can nourish the earth of "Chou," but the water of "Zi" still overcomes the fire of the day stem "Ding." Therefore, it can only be resolved by the middle transmission "Xu" earth, which is far away and restrains it. "Xu" represents servants, so it is said that the servants' strength is used to resolve the calamity.

斷曰：此得重審之卦，格合鑄印，又得乘軒。君子大亨，常人不吉，事主遲鈍晚成。又：一下用事，兩上無權，事由陰小，不利長上，凡百宜循理而行。中傳兩蛇夾墓，若更夏日占之，則為火氣太旺，致印模有損，反非佳兆。

Total interpretation: This is a "Chong Shen" (re-examination) divination, with a structure matching "Zhu Yin" (casting the seal), and also receiving "Cheng Xuan" (riding in a carriage). The nobleman will have great success and smoothness, but ordinary people will not be auspicious. The matter will be slow and take a long time to achieve. It is another case where the lower deity is the subject, and the two upper deities have no authority. The matter is initiated by a younger person or a subordinate, which is unfavorable to the elders. All matters should be handled according to reason. The middle transmission is two Teng Snakes enclosing the tomb deity. If the divination is cast on a summer day, it becomes excessive fire energy, which may damage the seal, resulting in an unfavorable omen.

天時：旱熱少雨。家宅：宅利，家長不寧，賴有干僕。婚姻：門第皆貴者吉，常人不利。胎產：生女必貴，防有損。功名：應舉必捷，謁選必得，官必升擢，攝篆得實授。求財：仕者財旺，經營者難。投謁：和好。疾病：多凶少吉。失脫：終得逃亡，可獲。出行：上官赴任為宜。行人：占同輩即至。爭訟：為人所欺，防被囚禁。兵戰：晝凶夜吉，宜慎重。

Divination on weather: dry, hot, and little rain. Divination on the household: the house is favorable, but the head of the family is restless; it relies entirely on capable servants. Divination on marriage: it is auspicious for both families of high status, but not favorable for ordinary people. Divination on childbirth: a daughter will certainly have noble status, but there is a need to prevent injury. Divination on official rank: those taking the examination will certainly pass, those waiting for appointment will certainly get it, those holding office will certainly be promoted, and even those temporarily holding an official seal will eventually receive a real appointment. Divination on seeking wealth: those with official status will have wealth, but merchants will find it difficult. Divination on visiting: the relationship will be harmonious and friendly. Divination on illness: more bad than good. Divination on lost items: they will eventually be recovered, and those who have run away can also be captured. Divination on travel: going to take office is most suitable. Divination on a traveler: if it refers to a peer, they will arrive immediately. Divination on disputes: one will be deceived by others, and there is a need to beware of being imprisoned. Divination on military matters: it is凶 in the day and吉 at night; it is advisable to be cautious.

畢法云：權攝不正祿臨支。指南：癸酉二月亥將加午，有被劾者占回奏吉凶。曰：天空發用，必面君奏對。鑄印乘軒，必遷官轉職。雖四課上下沖害，支陰制祿，止於罰俸耳。交仲秋天詔臨龍神日祿，午居丑上，必節鉞斗生之分矣，果驗。

The "Bifa Fu" says: The position of an agent is not properly named because the official of fortune is present in the day branch. The "Liu Ren Zhi Nan" records a case: In the Guiyou year, second month, with You as the month general added at the hour of Wu, a person accused of being impeached divined the auspiciousness or inauspiciousness of the reply. The interpretation was: Tian Kong initiates the transmission, definitely requiring a face-to-face audience with the emperor; the pattern of casting the seal and riding the carriage indicates a certain promotion and change of position; although the four lessons above and below are in conflict and harm, the hidden spirit of the day branch restrains the official of fortune, the punishment will be only a deduction of salary; by mid-autumn, the imperial decree appears on the Azure Dragon and the day's fortune, Wu again resides on Chou, definitely there will be honor of receiving a banner and a symbol of authority. Later, it indeed came true.

課體：重審，從革，驀越。課義：傳生亥鬼，夜將無畏，兩貴雖傷，空財生起。

The lesson pattern is "Chong Shen," meaning that in the four lessons, the lower god overcomes the upper god, and the use is determined accordingly; thus, all matters require careful reconsideration and are suitable for action after some delay. The three transmissions, consisting of the first, middle, and final transmissions, form a metal pattern with the triad of Si, You, and Chou, known as "Cong Ge." The initiating transmission god jumps out of its usual sequence, known as "Mo Yue," indicating an urgent matter. The lesson meaning, a four-character rhymed summary, states: the metal pattern formed by the three transmissions goes on to generate the亥 water official ghost on the旺 day stem, which is inherently alarming; fortunately, the heavenly general active at night is purely earthy, sufficient to restrain the亥 ghost. Although both the day and night "noblemen" (the heavenly master nobleman, the first among the twelve heavenly generals, who represents the guidance of a superior) are injured, the fallen wealth god is still generated, indicating that lost things still have a chance of being regained.

解曰：三傳合成金局，生起干上亥鬼，亦可畏矣。喜夜將純土，足以制之，庶無大害。晝貴臨未，執拗受克。夜貴臨巳，空亡被傷，不可干也。初傳旬空，中傳坐空，末傳臨空，財局已亡。而夜將生起，為復得之兆。

"Explanation says" is a sentence-by-sentence interpretation of the divination signs: the three transmissions Si, You, and Chou form a metal trinity, which instead goes to nourish the strong day stem亥 water official ghost. This is indeed something to be feared. Fortunately, the heavenly general on duty at night is purely earth in nature, and earth can overcome water, thus sufficient to control the ghost, and generally no great harm will result. The day nobleman is located on the soil of Wei, which is stubborn and subject to wood overcoming; the night nobleman is located on the fire of Si, which is in "empty" (a branch without a matching stem in the current ten-day cycle, having a position but no real existence), and is injured by fire. Both noblemen are not suitable for seeking help. The first transmission meets emptiness, the middle transmission sits on emptiness, and the final transmission approaches emptiness, meaning the entire wealth situation has already declined; fortunately, the night general comes to assist, which is a sign of regaining what was lost.

斷曰：此重審之卦，局合從革，酉加巳為愁課。課象本是和合，而日辰內外交沖，變為激撥。又且兩貴受制，三傳俱空，事起驀然，有聲無實。若安靜守拙，反得自然快樂。倘強圖非分，徒費奔波，終歸無益。

"Disposition" is a summary of the entire situation: this is a review lesson, with the three transmissions forming a metal pattern of transformation, and the addition of酉 to巳 creating a lesson of sorrow. The nature of the lesson originally indicates harmony and union, but due to the conflict between the day and the hour, harmony turns into turbulence. Moreover, both noblemen are restrained, and all three transmissions are entirely empty, indicating that the matter comes suddenly, with only sound but no real result. If one remains calm and content with simplicity, one will find ease and happiness; but if one forcefully pursues things beyond one's means, it will only result in wasted effort and ultimately nothing gained.

天時：孟雨還晴。家宅：宅旺發財，主人不寧。婚姻：後有，不吉。胎產：卯日生男，防不實。功名：惟宜納財得官，或承襲固有之職，餘無成。求財：可獲珍寶，失而復得。

Heavenly Weather: It is about to rain but then clears up. Family Residence: The household fortune is flourishing and can bring wealth, but the master is restless in mind. Marriage: There will be news in the future, but ultimately it is not auspicious. Childbirth: A boy is born on the卯 day, but one should be cautious of an unstable fetal condition. Official Rank: It is most suitable to obtain an official position by contributing wealth, or to inherit the family's existing position, otherwise there will be no other success. Seeking Wealth: One can obtain treasures, and even if lost, they can be recovered.

投謁：不利見貴人。疾病：欠寧。失脫：或藏土中獲之。出行：利西方。行人：在外占得，為已歸；家中占之，為未動。爭訟：遭官怒，然易解散。兵戰：無利，防眾心有變，或敵將窺營。

Meeting: It is not advisable to go and seek the nobleman. Illness: The body is not well. Loss: Lost items may be hidden in the earth, and can be recovered. Travel: Going west is favorable. Traveler: If divined from outside, the person has already returned; if divined from home, the person has not yet departed. Dispute: It will anger the superior officer, but it will be easily resolved. Military conflict: There is no profit to be gained, and one should beware of soldiers causing unrest or enemy generals coming to spy on the camp.

畢法云：傳財化鬼財休覓，兩貴受克難干貴，鬼乘天乙乃神祇。課經云：三傳皆財，取之即生起干鬼，此如刀上之蜜，不可舐也。惟晝占宜以財告貴，乞恩澤而得補授。心印賦云：酉加巳上用朱禽，干貴求財有信音。

The "Bifa Fu" says: If the three transmissions are all wealth divinatory signs, they will transform into official ghosts, and wealth does not need to be sought further; if two noblemen are overcome, it will be difficult to seek favor from the nobleman; if the official ghost is riding on the heavenly general tianyi, it is a supernatural occurrence. The "Ke Jing" says: If all three transmissions are wealth divinatory signs, taking one as the used one will generate the official ghost of the day stem, like honey on a knife blade, which should not be licked; only in daytime divination is it suitable to seek help from noblemen with wealth, to obtain grace and be appointed to an official position. The "Xinyin Fu" says: If you have酉 on the巳 and the Vermilion Bird, one of the twelve heavenly generals, which governs documents and speech, initiates the transmission, then seeking favor from noblemen and seeking wealth will have favorable omens.

課體：昴星，掩目，虎視。課義：干支乘墓，晝占蛇虎，兩貴皆空，略無少補。

The lesson pattern is "Mao Star" (the four lessons have no mutual control, and the divine transmission is initiated from the You position), also known as "Winter Snake Covering the Eyes," indicating darkness and stagnation; during the day, it becomes "White Tiger Watching," resembling a fierce tiger watching stealthily, requiring vigilance against hidden dangers. The lesson meaning states that the day stem and day branch are both occupied by the tomb deity, and during the day, it also encounters the Teng Snake (indicating fear and strange dreams) and the White Tiger (indicating illness, death, and danger on the road), while the two noblemen in day and night positions both fall into emptiness, offering no assistance to the matter at hand.

解曰：干支皆為墓神所覆，而晝占更逢蛇虎，不止昏晦而已也。夜貴旬空，晝貴又坐空，孟藉貴人之力，豈有所益哉。

The day stem and day branch are both covered by the Tomb Spirit, and during the day, encountering the Teng Snake and White Tiger brings about confusion and danger that goes beyond mere stagnation. At night, the nobleman is exactly in the旬空, and during the day, the nobleman is also sitting on an empty position. At such a time, trying to rely on the nobleman's assistance for affairs will bring no help at all.

斷曰：此冬蛇掩目之卦，晝占又為虎視逢虎，提防暗算，驚恐非常。倘更遇日月宿加四仲，便為天地二煩，其禍尤烈。幸初傳午乘龍神發用，為日祿支德。雖傳入墓，中反得末虎沖散，以凶散凶。凡事謹慎，雖有憂患，不為大害。

This is a divination lesson of the winter snake covering its eyes, and during the day, it is also a case of the tiger watching and encountering a tiger, so one must be cautious of secret schemes and be particularly alarmed. If this is further combined with the sun and moon staying in the four cardinal directions of Zi, Wu, Mao, and You, it forms the patterns of heavenly and earthly troubles, leading to even more severe misfortunes. Fortunately, the first transmission is the午 fire riding on the Azure Dragon (a favorable Heavenly General, representing wealth, joy, and official rank), and 午 is both the禄神 of the day丁 and the支德 of the branch丑. Although the third transmission enters a墓, the final transmission White Tiger dispels the Tomb Spirit, using a凶 to counteract another凶. As long as one is cautious, although there may be worries and troubles, they will not result in major disasters.

天時：主風雨雷電，兼有虹霓。家宅：主昏暗不吉，晝占多怪夢驚恐，夜占宜防奸私。婚姻：不吉。胎產：占產即下，占胎防敗損。功名：蹭蹬難成。求財：難得。投謁：不遇。疾病：在外凶，在家雖凶無害。失脫，難尋。出行：有驚恐。行人：即至。爭訟：彼此俱損。兵戰：不利。墳墓：西南有驚。

Heavenly Conditions: Teng Snake and White Tiger both indicate change, so rain, wind, thunder and lightning all occur together, and rainbows appear. Home: The tomb spirit covers and presses down, making the house dark and inauspicious; during the day, strange dreams occur and people are easily startled, while at night, one should be cautious of private affairs within the house. Marriage: The two families cannot harmonize, so it is not suitable to marry. Pregnancy: If asking about childbirth, the delivery will happen on time, but if asking about pregnancy, one should be careful of harm to the fetus. Achievements: The path is full of obstacles, and it is difficult to achieve success. Seeking Wealth: Wealth cannot be obtained. Seeking an Audience: One cannot meet the person. Disease: The sick person is in danger if they are away from home, but if they stay at home, although it is dangerous, they will not be harmed. Loss: Lost items cannot be recovered. Travel: There will be fright on the way. Travelers: They will arrive soon. Disputes: Both parties suffer losses. Warfare: Going to war is disadvantageous. Tombs: There will be disturbances in the southwest direction.

畢法云：兩貴皆空虛喜期，虎視逢虎力難施；人宅坐墓甘招晦，干支乘墓各昏迷。課經云：昴星傳見蛇虎甚凶，惟午加卯為明堂，主萬事昌隆。蓋午為離明，卯為天駟、房心明堂之宿，遇凶成吉。又未加辰，丑加戌，為干支互坐丘墓，不宜兩相投奔，必是愚蠢之人也。心鏡云：用起昴星為虎視，秋分在酉知生死；女人淫泆問何因，此地名為難禁止。

The "Bifa Fu" says: When two noblemen fall into the empty position, the auspicious time is false; when the white tiger meets another white tiger, strength cannot be exerted; when people and their homes share the same tomb god, they will only invite darkness and confusion; when both the day stem and day branch are seated on the tomb god, they are both confused and unclear. The "Ke Jing" says: In the昴star lesson, encountering the Teng Snake and the white tiger is extremely凶, but only when Wu is added to Mao does the Bright Hall appear, which indicates prosperity in all matters—because Wu belongs to the position of Li, which represents brightness, and Mao is the heavenly horse and the dwelling of the Bright Hall. In the face of misfortune, it can turn into good fortune. It also says that when Wei is added to Chen or Chou is added to Xu, the day stem and day branch are seated on the tomb, and both sides should not approach each other, which must be the case of foolish people. The "Xin Jing" says: When the useful god originates from the昴star, it is called the white tiger looking around; during the autumn equinox, looking at the You position can determine life and death; if a woman is淫逸 and unrestrained, one should inquire into the cause, and this is precisely the situation that is difficult to prevent.

課體：重審，間傳，凝陰，孤寡。課義：身臨空死，求財不喜，丁馬俱逢，兩貴徒爾。

The lesson pattern is called "Chong Shen" (Re-examination). The three transmissions are spaced apart and are called "Jian Chuan" (Intermediate Transmission). When the sequence runs in reverse and the yin energy is stagnant, it is called "Ning Yin" (Stagnant Yin). If the day branch is in "Guchen" (Lonely Hour) and "Gusu" (Solitary Guest), it is called "Gugua" (Lonely and Solitary). The lesson meaning states: the day stem is in the酉 metal, which is both empty and dead, so seeking wealth is not favorable. In the three transmissions, "Xun Ding" (the hidden Ding spirit of this ten-day period, which governs movement) appears together with the post-horse, which usually indicates movement. However, the two noblemen of day and night both fall empty, so even if they appear, it is of no use.

解曰：酉為丁之財神，又為丁之死方。今值旬空，而臨於日干之上，是財在目前，既如空花，亦如鴆毒，不可求也。中傳支馬，末傳旬丁，坐之必有動意。奈兩貴皆空，雖入課傳，亦徒然耳。干支上皆乘死神，萬事不可輕動。

The metal of the酉 is the wealth deity for a day with the stem 丁, but it is also the place where 丁 fire meets its demise. Now, 酉 is exactly in the旬空, yet it is positioned above the day stem, as if the wealth is right in front of the eyes. It is like an empty flower in a mirror and a poisoned cup, and one must not attempt to take it. The middle transmission is the Post-horse of the day branch, and the final transmission is the 丁 deity of the current ten-day period. Sitting on these two deities, one's mind naturally begins to think of movement. Unfortunately, both noblemen are in the空, so even if one enters the four lessons and three transmissions, it will be in vain. Both the day stem and day branch are occupied by the death deity, so nothing should be done recklessly.

斷曰：此重審之卦，順進間傳為凝陰之格。起於陰小，不利長上。事多悖逆，不利先動。況一空再空，毫無捉摸，惟僧道九流遇此無防。士俗占之，皆主乖暌悔吝，凡百無成也。仲秋酉金秉令，庶為有益。

This is a review lesson, with the three transmissions proceeding in order but passing through intervening positions, forming a pattern of condensed yin. The matter is initiated by a young and weak person, which is unfavorable to superiors; all affairs tend to be obstructed, and it is not advisable to act first. Moreover, the situation is completely empty, with nothing to rely on, and only those who are monks, Taoists, or practitioners of esoteric arts will not be affected. Those who are scholars or ordinary people who cast this divination will encounter misfortune, regret, and failure in all endeavors. Only during the middle of autumn, in the eighth month when the metal of You is in command, will there be some benefit.

天時：凝陰不解。家宅：主幽暗不明，人宅俱不吉。婚姻：不吉，亦不成。胎產：防不實。功名：屢謀不利，八月占得吉。求財：捕風捉影。投謁：不遇。疾病：暴病吉，久病凶，主傷寒症。失脫：不還，逃亡自返。出行：既出必復返。行人：占奴僕即至。爭訟：驚恐，兩造陰謀俱不成。兵戰：晝占凶，夜占吉。

Heavenly conditions: dark clouds gather and remain for a long time without dispersing. Family dwelling: the house is dark and unclear, both the house and its occupants are not auspicious. Marriage: neither auspicious nor successful. Pregnancy: be cautious of an unstable fetal condition. Achieving fame: repeated efforts are not smooth, only those divined in the eighth month are auspicious. Seeking wealth: like grasping at shadows. Seeking an audience: the person sought is not encountered. Illness: sudden illness is actually auspicious, but prolonged illness is inauspicious, mostly indicating a cold disease. Loss: lost items will not return, but those who have run away will come back on their own. Traveling: after leaving, one will certainly return. Travelers: if divining about servants, they will arrive immediately. Disputes: only fear is seen, neither party's secret schemes will succeed. Warfare: if divined during the day, it is inauspicious; if divined at night, it is auspicious.

畢法云：晝夜貴加求兩貴，人宅皆死各衰羸。心印賦云：凝陰有履霜堅冰之象，事主幽暗不明。古鑑：己酉年午將加辰占前程，曰：太歲作朱雀，亥鬼臨之，丁火受絕，主上書言事而被貶竄。酉為寵妾，亥貴加之，反克其妻。卯為日母，被制於酉。本宮見巳，會起酉丑，是寵妾而棄妻離母也，遭貶宜哉。

The "Bifa Fu" says: When noblemen are present both day and night, one may seek help from two noblemen; both the person and the dwelling are in a dead position, each experiencing weakness and illness. The "Xinyin Fu" says: The pattern of condensed yin has the imagery of stepping on frost and approaching solid ice, indicating matters are dark and unclear. The "Gujian" records: In the year Jiyou, using the hour of Wu and placing it on Chen to inquire about the future, the interpretation was: The sovereign transforms into the Vermilion Bird, with the water official ghost at亥, and the fire丁 reaches the亥 which is a dead position, indicating making a petition and being demoted and exiled.酉 is the favored concubine, with the nobleman on亥, which in turn harms his wife;卯 is the mother god of the day丁, being controlled by酉 metal; the native's palace is at巳, forming a metal circle with酉 and丑: this is favoring the concubine and abandoning the wife and mother, and being demoted is appropriate.

課體：重審，進茹，流金。課義：守之乏財，進步陷沒，墓神助財，折本再發。

The lesson pattern is called "Chong Shen," meaning repeated review. The three transmissions, Shen, You, and Xu, follow in sequence and are named "Jin Ru," meaning advancing gradually. Since all three are metal and progress step by step, they are also called "Liu Jin," meaning flowing metal. The lesson meaning says: clinging to the empty wealth on the day stem, one will ultimately gain nothing; moving further to You, one falls into an empty and dead place; fortunately, the final transmission Xu is the tomb god, which can support the previous wealth line. Therefore, reckless action leads to loss, but remaining still can lead to renewed success.

解曰：干上空財不可守也。進而取酉，不特旬空，又為死地，能無陷沒乎。喜末得戌墓，生起初中申酉之財。已失者可以復得。是動而謀為，反折其本。靜而安守，反獲再發也。

The metal of the day stem, Shēn, is considered wealth, but it falls in the旬空, making it impossible to hold onto. Moving forward, the metal of You is also in the旬空, and it is the place where Ding fire is weak, so it is difficult to avoid loss. Fortunately, the final transmission has the earth of Xu, which is the tomb of the earth, capable of generating the wealth of Shēn and You from the first and middle transmissions. Therefore, if one takes action and makes plans, it may result in loss; but if one remains calm and content, it can lead to recovery.

斷曰：此重審之卦，順進連茹。卦體雖順，卦德則逆。況三傳及日課，陰陽俱落空陷，幾如夢幻泡影。若安分守己，聽其自然，見憂不憂，聞喜不喜，反可坐而獲福。倘妄有作為，則不特如捕風捉月，亦且財耗人殃。三秋占之稍吉。

This is a lesson of re-examination, with the three transmissions proceeding in order and connected. Although the structure of the hexagram is smooth, its nature is inverted. Moreover, both the yin and yang spirits of the three transmissions and four lessons fall into empty and barren places, appearing almost like illusions or fleeting dreams. If one can remain content and follow the natural course, neither worrying over troubles nor rejoicing at good news, one may enjoy blessings without effort. However, if one acts recklessly, it will be like grasping at shadows and mist, leading to loss of wealth and harm to others. If this lesson is taken in the three months of autumn, it is somewhat favorable, because the metal energy is dominant and the empty and barren places are filled.

天時：秋有雨，餘占少雨。家宅：不發丁，家有孤獨人。婚姻：無成。胎產：占胎防不實，占產立下。功名：難就。求財：經營折耗，坐守反有。投謁：晝占所投人，為事不安，夜占不遇。

Heavenly timing: There is rain in autumn, but little rain in other seasons. Family affairs: The family is not thriving, and there is someone living alone. Marriage: It cannot be successful. Pregnancy: When predicting pregnancy, be cautious of an unstable fetal condition; when predicting childbirth, it will happen immediately. Achieving fame and status: It is difficult to attain. Seeking wealth: Going out to do business will result in loss, while staying put and waiting will bring gain. Seeking an audience: If divined during the day, the person you are seeking is troubled by matters; if divined at night, you will not meet them.

疾病：自愈，久病凶。失脫：出本家即難獲，逃亡捉歸。出行：無利而歸。行人：占家長即至，餘秋月至。爭訟：主爭空財，可不成訟。兵戰：不遇敵，防失眾。

Disease: The illness will heal on its own, but if it persists for a long time, it will be dangerous. Loss: Lost items will be difficult to recover once they are out of the family, but a person who has run away can be captured. Travel: A journey will be in vain, with no benefit gained. Traveler: If the person is the head of the family, he will arrive immediately, but others will arrive only by the autumn month. Dispute: The dispute is over something of no real value, and it will not lead to a lawsuit. Warfare: There will be no encounter with the enemy, but one should be cautious of losing the people's support.

畢法云：空空如也事休迫，進茹空亡宜退步，所謀多拙逢羅網。袖中金云：順茹申酉戌為流金，似霜橋起馬。指南：庚寅七月午將加巳，占行人曰：進茹逢空，元武劫殺入辰之陰陽，主當地交界，有兵戈盜賊：宅中眷屬，退居山水之間。九月節後，子丑日方到，後果如期，以避賊遲發也。

The "Bifa Fu" says: If everything is empty and nothing is there, matters do not need to be urgent; if advancing meets an empty situation, it is advisable to retreat; the plans made are mostly clumsy, and one is actually trapped in a net. The "Xiu Zhong Jin" says: When Shen, You, and Xu are connected in order, it is called "flowing gold," like driving a horse on a bridge covered with frost. The "Liu Ren Zhi Nan" records: In the year of Gengyin, during the seventh month, use the "Wu" general added to "Si," to divinate about a traveler. It is interpreted as: advancing meets an empty situation, "Yuanwu" (one of the twelve heavenly generals, governing theft and loss) and the "jiesha" (plundering death) enter the hidden spirits of the day branch, indicating that there are military conflicts and thieves at the border areas; family members have retreated to the mountains and rivers. After the autumn equinox, they will arrive on the day of Zi or Chou. Later, they indeed arrived on time, because they had to avoid thieves, which delayed their journey.

課體：伏吟，自任，元胎。課義：連名狀論，臺閣上言，我求於彼，順受和焉。

The lesson pattern is "Hidden Chant" (Heaven Plate and Earth Plate overlap, all deities remain still). On a yang day, the deity above the day stem initiates the transmission, named "Self-assignment." The three transmissions are all the four young months of寅, 申, 巳, and 亥, named "Original Fetus." The lesson meaning says: the three transmissions successively control each other, indicating that someone is making false accusations against me; officials should also beware of officials from the ministry and council submitting memorials for impeachment. The transmission from the day stem to the day branch indicates that I am seeking help from others, and I should only accept it calmly, eventually leading to reconciliation.

解曰：初克中，中克末，末克干，三傳遞克，平日所為兇橫，被人連名攻訐也。仕途則防臺閣上言，宜自檢束。自干傳支，為我有求於彼，雖彼遞相剋制而來，我惟順以受之。末助初生，終歸於和而後已焉。

The first transmission controls the middle transmission, the middle transmission controls the final transmission, and the final transmission again controls the day stem. The three transmissions control each other in succession, indicating that one has been acting aggressively and arrogantly, thus inviting collective criticism from others. For those in official positions, one should beware of accusations from officials in the imperial court and should be self-disciplined. Since the transmission goes from the day stem to the day branch, it suggests that I am seeking something from the other party. Although the other party controls step by step, I can only submit and accept. In the end, the final transmission supports the first transmission, leading to a return to harmony.

斷曰：此自任之卦，課傳皆孟，格合元胎，有屈而不伸，伏而未發之象。事多闇昧，守正而靜則亨，妄為而動則滯。又三傳自內向外，迤邐遞克，直至於干，其勢可畏。喜中傳折腰，末助初生，禍或中止，而反得陰助也。

This is a self-initiated divination. All four lessons and three transmissions fall on the four young months of寅, 申, 巳, and 亥. The structure aligns with the original and fetal stage, indicating an image of being bent but not extending, and being hidden and not yet revealed. Matters are mostly obscure and unclear. If one remains upright and quiet, it will be smooth; if one acts recklessly, it will be blocked. Moreover, the three transmissions proceed from inside out, winding and successively overcoming each other, eventually overcoming the day stem. The situation is formidable. Fortunately, the middle transmission lacks strength to bend, and the final transmission revives the initial transmission, so the calamity may stop midway, and instead receive secret assistance.

天時：晝占無雨，夜占有雨而尚遠。家宅：晝占有火燭驚怪，夜占安穩。婚姻：夜占可成，防女不永。胎產：晝占有驚，夜占生男。功名：宜蔭職，餘防被劾。求財：艱難，夜占可得。

Heavenly Conditions: Divination during the day indicates no rain in the daytime, but rain will come at night, though it is still far off. Family Affairs: Divination during the day suggests fire and candle-related misfortunes and strange occurrences within the household, but during the night it indicates peace and stability. Marriage: Divination at night suggests that this marriage will be successful, but one should be cautious about the wife not being able to live together until old age. Pregnancy: Divination during the day indicates a troubled pregnancy, but during the night suggests the birth of a son. Official Rank: It is only suitable to rely on ancestral blessings to obtain an official position, and one should be cautious about being accused by others otherwise. Wealth Seeking: Wealth comes with difficulty, and only through divination at night can one obtain it.

投謁：半途而廢。疾病：猝病凶，久病無妨。失脫：家內人盜竊，逃者隱鄉鄰。出行：夜占及申年月宜。行人：中路被阻，出旬始至。爭訟：始干眾怒，終得解。兵戰：不利，宜靜以待動。

Seeking an audience: The journey is half-hearted and does not reach the end. Illness: Sudden illness is dangerous, but prolonged illness is not a problem. Loss: It is theft by a family member, and the person who ran away is hiding with neighbors. Travel: Traveling at night or during the year or month of Shen is favorable. Travelers: They will encounter obstacles on the way and will arrive only after the current ten-day period. Disputes: Initially offending many people, but eventually resolved. Military conflict: Unfavorable, it is better to remain quiet and wait for the opponent to act first.

畢法云：我求彼事干傳支，三傳互克眾人欺。秘要云：寅能助初生干，亦能克干，是兩面刀。指南：癸酉六月未時，占官曰：斗罡居支前，傳課刑剋，蛇鬼入宅，龍神傷歲，當防彈章，人秋果被劾解任。

The "Bifa Fu" says: When seeking help from others, look at the day stem's transmission to the day branch; if the three transmissions mutually control each other, it indicates being bullied by many people. The "Miyao" says: The wood of Yin can both help the first transmission to support the day stem and reverse to control the day stem, like a double-edged sword. The "Lunin Zhi Nan" records: In the Guiyou year, sixth month, sixth hour, a divination about official position was made, and the interpretation said: The Tiangang (Chen) is located before the day branch, with the four lessons and three transmissions involved in mutual punishments and controls, the ghost ridden by Teng Snake enters the house, and the Azure Dragon injures the sovereign year. One should be cautious of impeachment documents. Indeed, after autumn, he was impeached and relieved of his post.

課體：知一，退茹，斬關，重陰，三奇。課義：三奇六儀，凡謀可施，稍嫌幽暗，斬關晝馳。

The lesson pattern is "Zhi Yi" (the four lessons contain two pairs of similar elements that mutually control each other; the one that harmonizes with the day stem is used as the initiating transmission). The three transmissions are in reverse and connected, called "Tui Ru." The constellation Doukui is placed on the position of Chen and used as the initiating transmission, called "Zhan Guan." When the yin spirits overlap, it is called "Chong Yin." If the ten days' concealment includes Ji, Bing, and Ding, it is called "San Qi." The lesson meaning says: when San Qi and the six instruments are complete, any plan can be carried out; only the burial spirit covering the sun and the slight darkness are worrying; since it is a Zhan Guan lesson, during the day it is suitable for advancing swiftly.

解曰：三傳四課，凡歷戌亥子丑寅卯辰，旬首是戌，既為旬儀矣。而亥子丑遁為天上乙丙丁三奇，戌寅辰又遁為地上甲戊庚三奇，是三奇六儀，全入課傳。凡有謀為，可以任其施展矣。稍嫌墓神覆日，不免幽暗不明耳。然斬關之課，晝占喜天乙神光乘丁而臨天梁，天后掌華蓋掩形，太陰主潛藏隱匿，可以疾馳萬里，尚何阻隔之有哉：

The three transmissions and four lessons pass through the seven positions of Xu, Hai, Zi, Chou, Yin, Mao, and Chen. The beginning of this ten-day period is Xu, which is one of the six instruments. The three positions of Hai, Zi, and Chou in the ten-day cycle correspond to the three marvels, which are the heavenly three marvels of Yi, Bing, and Ding. The three positions of Xu, Yin, and Chen in the ten-day cycle correspond to the three marvels on the earth, which are Jia, Wu, and Geng. All the three marvels and six instruments fall into the four lessons and three transmissions. Whenever there is a plan, it can be carried out freely. However, the tomb god covers the day stem, which may cause obscurity. But this is a cutting gate lesson. For daytime divination, it is favorable when the nobleman, Tianyi, rides on the Ding god and arrives at the Tianliang position. The 'Heavenly Empress' (one of the twelve heavenly generals, governing private affairs and women) uses Huagai to conceal the form. The 'Tai Yin' (one of the twelve heavenly generals, governing darkness and concealment) oversees concealment and hiding. This is precisely the time for swift travel over ten thousand miles; what obstruction could there be?

斷曰：此知一之卦，連茹退傳，格合重陰，事起同類。狐疑不定，六合並臨，天關天后，傳歸元武，有奸私闇昧之象。干支墓覆，人宅俱昏，惟冬月占之，百凡順利。

This is a lesson of knowledge one, with a reverse transmission of connected trigrams, forming a structure of heavy yin. The matter is initiated by people of the same kind. There is inner doubt. The "Liu He" (one of the twelve heavenly generals, governing marriage and trade) is present together, along with the heavenly gate and heavenly empress. The three transmissions return to the black tortoise, indicating a hidden and secretive situation. Both the day stem and day branch are covered by the tomb god, making both person and dwelling dim and unclear. Only when divined in the winter month will all matters proceed smoothly.

天時：陰雨多。家宅：主昏暗，有逃亡者。婚姻：美中不足。胎產：胎氣旺，或繫私孕。功名：主有奇遇。求財：有獲，防被盜竊。疾病：得之色孟，留連未愈。失脫：宜尋。出行：利避難速行。行人：關津有阻。爭訟：有解。兵戰：晝夜不寧。

Heavenly conditions: There will be more rain and clouds. Home: The house is dark, and someone has gone away. Marriage: Although good, it is not perfect. Pregnancy: The fetus is strong, perhaps a secret pregnancy. Fame and status: There will be unexpected events. Seeking wealth: There will be some gain, but beware of theft. Disease: The illness comes from improper relations with women, and it will be prolonged. Lost items: Suitable for searching. Travel: Suitable for avoiding danger, the faster the better. Travelers: Blocked at a pass or ferry. Disputes: There is hope for reconciliation. Warfare: Unrest will continue day and night.

畢法云：后合占婚豈用媒，魁度天門關隔定。課經云：干為夫，支為妻，豈宜上乘六合，以應私情。曾門定章云：戊己之辰可逃亡，再得天上三奇乙丙丁者，追之不得。照膽秘訣云：除定開危卯未方，龍常陰合可逃藏。

The Bi Fa Fu says: When the Heavenly Empress and Liu He are both present, marriage is decided without the need for a matchmaker; when Hekui is placed at the Heavenly Gate, the pass is cut off. The Ke Jing says: The Day Stem represents the husband, and the Day Branch represents the wife; how can they be in harmony with Liu He, which indicates secret affection. The Zeng Men Ding Zhang says: On Wu and Ji days, the position of Chen is suitable for escape; if further aided by the three marvels of heavenly generals Yi, Bing, and Ding, one cannot be recovered. The Zhao Dan Mi Jie says: On days of Chu, Ding, Kai, and Wei, one should move towards the directions of Mao and Wei; the heavenly generals Qinglong, Tai Chang, Tai Yin, and Liu He can all take refuge.

課體：重審，間傳，極陰，三奇，龍戰，勵德。課義：我就他侮，他中我計，天道好還，子卯狠戾。

The lesson pattern is a re-examination. The three transmissions are spaced apart and move backward through the names of the transmissions, moving backward until they reach the extreme of yin energy, known as "extreme yin." The ten-day cycle reveals the three marvels. The year and destiny are at卯 and酉, known as "dragon battle." The nobleman is positioned at卯 and酉, and the transmission of the ten-day cycle initiates, known as "cultivating virtue." The meaning of the lesson says: I actively accommodate him, but he wrongs me; yet he also falls into my trap. The way of heaven is cyclical and retributive. The harsh and cruel energy between子 and卯 will eventually return to oneself.

解曰：以干就支，戊受寅克，誠為所侮矣。殊不知戊課在巳，巳火反脫寅木之氣，豈非中計而不覺乎。子卯固無禮相刑，寅來刑巳，丑亦去刑戌。天道好還，狠戾還得狠戾之報也。干支互坐墓上，必是愚人，主彼此各招昏晦。餘傳內雖有所喜之神，或年命上神克去，乃是心多懶退，不肯向前。

The day stem is adjusted to match the day branch, and the戊 earth stem is attacked by the寅 wood, which indeed shows being oppressed. However, the deity of the day for戊 day is in巳, and the巳 fire actually dispels the strength of the寅 wood, meaning the opponent has fallen into a trap without realizing it. The子 and卯 are naturally in conflict, and the寅 also attacks the巳, while the丑 attacks the戌. The natural order of heaven will return the same, and those who are cruel will eventually face cruel consequences. When the day stem and day branch are both in their墓 positions, it indicates a foolish person, leading to mutual confusion and darkness. Although there may be favorable deities in the other transmissions, if they are attacked by the deities of the year and destiny, it shows a lack of initiative and reluctance to move forward.

斷曰：此重審之卦，間傳退逆，格合極陰。上下不順，賓主失和，修德則升，悖理則斥。若年命更在卯酉，為龍戰之象，主身心疑惑，進退乖離。惟旬奇玉堂發用，足以災致福。

This is a review divination, with intermittent transmission in reverse retreat, the structure aligning with extreme yin. Above and below do not follow each other, host and guest are at odds; cultivating virtue leads to advancement, while violating reason results in dismissal. If the year and destiny fall in卯 or酉, it indicates a dragon battle, leading to mental confusion and indecision in action. Fortunately, the odd god of this week and the Jade Hall丑 earth initiate transmission, capable of transforming misfortune into blessing.

天時：陰晦寒冱。家宅：人口不安，宜祈土神。婚姻：主為養媳，或夫不愛。胎產：晝占生男。功名：占弟兄，主有奇遇，顯官更有升擢，卑秩不利。求財：得之不光明，終被耗脫。疾病：不妨。失脫：難得，逃亡自歸。出行：不利。行人：有阻。爭訟：主為田土、文書遭貴怒，後有解。兵戰：不利。

Heavenly Conditions: The weather is gloomy and dark, with severe cold. Family: The household is unsettled, and it is advisable to pray to the earth god. Marriage: It often indicates marrying a child bride, or the husband does not love his wife. Pregnancy: A day divination suggests a male child. Officialdom: Divination concerning brothers indicates a strange encounter; a prominent official may have promotion, but a low-ranking official will have difficulties. Seeking Wealth: The source of income is not clear, and eventually it will be lost. Disease: No harm. Loss: Difficult to recover; a person who has run away will return on their own. Travel: Unfavorable. Travelers: Obstacles on the way. Disputes: Mostly concerning land or documents, angering the nobleman; there will be reconciliation later. Warfare: Unfavorable.

畢法云：賓主不投刑在上，人宅坐墓甘招晦。課經云：干上卯，晝將朱雀作日鬼，名雀鬼格。在朝防彈章，且不宜上書言事，反受黜責。心印賦云：朱雀剋日事紛紜，望事求財總不成。玉成歌云：卯乘前二招唇吻，天空立用事無憑。

The "Bifa Fu" says: If the guest and host do not harmonize, it is because of the刑克 (punishment and restriction) in the upper position; when a person and the house share the same Tomb Spirit (grave spirit), it can only invite darkness and confusion. The "Ke Jing" says: When the day stem has the卯 (Mao), the morning general Vermilion Bird (Vermilion Bird) acts as the official ghost of the day stem, known as the "Què Guǐ gé" (Vermilion Bird Official Ghost pattern); in the morning court, one should beware of accusations and should not submit petitions, as it may lead to demotion. The "Xinyin Fu" says: When Vermilion Bird (Vermilion Bird) overcomes the day stem, affairs become chaotic and confused, and seeking matters or wealth will all fail. The "Yucheng Ge" says: When 卯 (Mao) is combined with Vermilion Bird (Vermilion Bird), it brings disputes and conflicts; if "Tiankong" (Sky Void, one of the twelve heavenly generals, governing falsehood and unreliability) is used, then the matter cannot be trusted.

課體：元首，元胎，不備，亂首。課義：兩位空申，豈勝四寅，守動皆禍，晝夜貴嗔。

The lesson pattern is "Original Head" (among the four lessons, only the upper god conquers the lower god, taking the initiating transmission). The three transmissions are all named "Initial Fetus" (four young ones). The four lessons are insufficient for four positions, named "Incomplete." The day branch approaches the day stem and conquers the stem, named "Disordered Head." The lesson meaning says: two Shens of metal fall into Kongwang, how can they contend with four real Yins of wood officials and ghosts; staying still brings misfortune, moving also brings misfortune; the two noblemen of day and night both wish to be angry.

解曰：支臨干而克干，乃是上門亂首，所恃者申金為救耳。然寅聚四鬼為朋，雖有兩申　卻值旬空，以兩位之空神，豈能勝四寅之實鬼耶。守之固坐受其殃，動則又逢初傳之克，皆不免於禍患也。晝夜貴人臨於罡魁，謂之入獄，干之必生嗔怒。

The day branch is on top of the day stem and also attacks the stem, which is called entering the gate and causing confusion at the beginning. The only support available is the metal of Shen to attack the wood of Yin and save the day. However, the wood of Yin has gathered into four official ghosts forming a group, although there are two Shens, they are exactly in the empty period. How can two empty spirits overcome four real Yin ghosts? Staying still will result in suffering, and moving will meet the first transmission attacking, inevitably leading to disaster. The nobleman is present on the Tiangang Chen and Hekui Xu, called being imprisoned, and seeking help from the nobleman will certainly provoke anger.

斷曰：此元首之卦。四孟出傳，格合元胎，合中有破，日遭辰克，有俯就他人之象。

This is a lesson of the sovereign. The deities of the four first months appear in the three transmissions, and the structure aligns with the beginning of life, yet there is a sense of damage within the combination. The day stem is overcome by the day branch, indicating an image of bowing down and yielding to others.

天時：先風後雨，冬占有雪霰。家宅：宅旺人弱。婚姻：夜占町用，主贅婿他家。胎產：平安，晝占生男。功名：申年月占者有成。求財：有得，不能安享。投謁：始雖交歡，終必吳越。

Heavenly Conditions: First there is wind, then rain; in winter, it indicates snowflakes. Family Residence: The residence's energy is flourishing, but the population is declining. Marriage: It is suitable for night divination, indicating a man marrying into a woman's family. Pregnancy and Childbirth: Safe and peaceful; daytime divination indicates the birth of a son. Achieving Success: Those divined in the year and month of Shen will achieve success. Seeking Wealth: Although some gain is obtained, it cannot be enjoyed in peace. Seeking an Audience: At first there is cordiality, but eventually it will turn into enmity like Wu and Yue.

疾病：主驚恐　老人、小兒甚凶。失脫：難得，逃亡不返。出行：不果，出亦不利。行人：未動身，申年月占在道。爭訟：中有人兩地指唆。兵戰：晝占不利，夜占吉。

Disease: The patient suffers greatly from fright and fear, especially dangerous for the elderly and children. Loss: Things are difficult to find, and those who have run away will not return. Travel: The journey will not succeed in the end, and even if one tries to go, there will be no benefit. Traveler: The person has not yet started moving; if the divination is done in the year or month of Shen, then the person is already on the way. Dispute: There is someone in the middle who goes back and forth between the two sides, inciting trouble. Military conflict: It is unfavorable if divined during the day, but favorable if divined at night.

畢法云：合中犯煞蜜中砒。吳越春秋：吳王孟赦越王，越王喜，范蠡占曰：戊，囚日也，功曹為螣蛇臨戊，青龍在勝光臨酉，死氣也。時克其日，用又助之，天網四張，萬物盡傷，王何喜焉。子胥果諫，復囚石室。精蘊：寅加巳，占婚曰：四課雖是互合，卻不喜末傳之申作天后來剋日上之寅。寅鬼，夫也。青龍亦為夫，受後之克，夫妻不睦之象，且陽不備，必然剋夫。

The "Bi Fa Fu" says: When favorable combinations are mixed with Inauspicious Sha, it is like adding arsenic to honey. The "Wuyue Chunqiu" records: King Wu of Wu was about to pardon King Yue, and King Yue was very happy. Fan Li cast a divination and said: Wu is a day of imprisonment; Gongcao, the寅 wood, transforms into Teng Snake and falls on Wu. Qinglong falls on Shengguang, the午, and also falls on You. These are all signs of death qi. The hour branch overcomes the day branch, and the useful god comes to assist. The heavenly net spreads on all sides, and all things are harmed. What is there to be happy about, great king? Later, Wu Zǐxū indeed advised against it, and King Yue was once again imprisoned in a stone chamber. The "Liu Ren Jing Yun" records: When寅 is added to巳 for a marriage divination, it is interpreted as: Although the four lessons are mutually harmonious, it is not favorable that the final transmission, the申 metal, transforms into Heavenly Empress to overcome the day stem's寅 wood.寅 represents official ghost, which stands for husband; Qinglong also represents husband. Now it is overcome by Heavenly Empress, which is a sign of marital discord. Plus the yang lesson is incomplete, it is certain to cause harm to the husband.

課體：重審，炎上，泆女，斬關。課義：虎鬼夜潛，斬關晝占，我旺彼敗，屋破人添。

The lesson pattern is a re-examination. The three transmissions are Yin, Wu, and Xu, forming a fire triad known as "Inflaming Ascension." The Heavenly Empress and Liu He are combined, indicating a pattern of women fleeing known as "Fleeing Women." The constellation斗魁 (Dǒu Kuí) added to the branch initiates the transmission, known as "Cutting the Gate." The lesson meaning states: the wood official ghost in Yin is active at night, riding the White Tiger and remaining hidden, indicating a dangerous situation; the Cutting the Gate pattern is suitable for daytime divination; the fire triad supports the day stem and drains the day branch, indicating our side is flourishing while the opponent is declining; if considering the household, it suggests a narrow house with many people.

解曰：斗魁加支上發用，是為斬關。但寅鬼夜乘白虎，其象凶險，不如晝占也。火局生干脫支，若分人我，即為我旺而彼敗。若論家常，則為人多而宅隘也。占者得此，切不可移居寬廣，反生災悔。

The Trigram of the Constellation's Handle (斗魁) is placed on the Day Branch and initiates the transmission, which is called cutting the gate (斩关). However, the Wood official ghost (寅木官鬼) in the night divination is riding on the White Tiger (白虎), indicating a dangerous situation. It is not as favorable as daytime divination. The fire group (火局) supports the Day Stem and drains the energy of the Day Branch. If we distinguish between self and others, it means our side is prosperous while the opponent is declining. If we consider domestic life, it means many people but a narrow house. If this divination is obtained, one must not move to a spacious place, as it may bring disaster and regret.

斷曰：此重審之卦，局成炎上，格合斬關。事多不順，起於陰小，虛而不實。先喜後嗔，先合後散。利於行動，不利安居。六合並臨於戌，而加鬼門，主有奸丑不明之事：丑戌相刑，彼此恃勢，傳雖三合，亦似笑中之刀，蜜中之砒而已。

This is a review lesson. The three transmissions form a fiery upward fire pattern, and the structure aligns with cutting off the gate. Matters often go against the flow, initiated by a weak and young person, which is empty and not substantial. There is initial joy followed by anger, initial gathering followed by separation. It is favorable for action but unfavorable for settling down. The six harmonies are present on the戌, and also appear on the ghost gate, indicating there are hidden evil and immoral matters. The丑 and戌 are in mutual conflict, each relying on their own power. Although the three transmissions are in triple harmony, it is merely a case of smiling with a knife hidden inside, or poison mixed into honey.

天時：久旱，密雲有電，晝占可雨，夜占發風。家宅：人多宅少，防奴婢奸逃之事。婚姻：不可用。胎產：生女難產。功名：晚得，須人幫扶，亦防人暗損。求財：有阻隔。

Heavenly circumstances: After a long drought, dark clouds are densely gathered and lightning flashes. If divined during the day, rain is expected; if divined at night, only wind is expected. Family residence: There are many people in the household but the house is narrow. One should beware of servants committing secret acts or fleeing. Marriage: This marriage is not advisable. Pregnancy: A daughter will be born, but the delivery will be difficult. Achieving fame and status: It will be achieved in old age, and one will need support from others. At the same time, one should be cautious of someone secretly obstructing. Seeking wealth: There is an obstacle in the middle.

投謁：面和心背，恩中有怨。疾病：易瘥，防後再發。失脫：主奴婢竊逃，可獲。出行：利避患潛蹤。行人：即至。爭訟：同夥參商，利於見官剖雪。兵戰：晝占不吉，利於攻。墳墓：主墓中生白蟻。

Meeting people: appears friendly on the surface but with conflicting inner feelings, kindness mixed with resentment. Illness: easy to recover, but beware of recurrence later. Loss: master servants steal and run away, but can be recovered. Travel: favorable for avoiding calamities and hiding one's whereabouts. Traveler: will arrive soon. Dispute: disagreement among accomplices, suitable for going to court to clarify. Military conflict: unfavorable in the daytime, favorable for taking the initiative to attack. Grave: indicates white ants in the tomb.

畢法云：合中犯煞蜜中砒，后合占婚豈用媒。課經：壬午年，正月初八日，亥將卯時占守城，曰：火局生身，但嫌干上丑為合中犯煞，須至癸未日，沖散丑刑，則援兵至而賊退矣。果子十三日援兵至，十五日賊移營去。

The "Bifa Fu" says: In the conjunction of elements, if a malevolent force is involved, it is like arsenic in honey; when the Heavenly Empress and Liu He both indicate marriage, there is no need for a matchmaker. The "Ke Jing" records: On January 8th of the Renwu year, at the hour of Hai with the time of Mao, a divination was made about defending a city, and the interpretation stated: The fire element supports and strengthens the self, but it is regrettable that the Day Stem has the earth element Chou, which is a malevolent force within the conjunction. It must wait until the Guiwei day to eliminate the Chou earth's punishment, then the援兵 (supporting troops) will arrive and the bandits will retreat. In the end, the supporting troops arrived on the 13th day, and the bandits left the camp on the 15th day.

課體：重審，四絕。課義：交互逢敗，夏夜火怪，鬼雖是寅，熟視何礙。

The lesson pattern is called "Re-examination," and all five elements are in the state of decline, known as "Four Declines." The lesson meaning states: the day stem and day branch are interacting with the defeated god; there are strange occurrences of fire in summer nights; although寅wood is the official ghost of the day stem, upon careful examination of the chart, it is restricted both above and below, and thus does not affect me.

解曰：土敗於酉，木敗於子。日辰上交互相加，為我孟敗他，他先敗我。不宜訐人陰事，反被牽扯己之舊過，同時獲罪也。夏占火鬼在酉，臨支克宅，夜乘朱雀，當防火怪也。寅雖日鬼，然熟視盤中，下有未仇，上有酉難，彼自顧不暇，何能有礙於我哉。

The earth stem Wu is weakened by You, and the wood stem Yin is weakened by Zi. The day stem and the hour branch are interacting on the earth plate, creating a situation where I am trying to defeat him, but he defeats me first. At this time, it is not advisable to expose others' secrets, as it may bring up my own past mistakes, leading to both being punished. If this is divined in summer, the fire ghost is in You, sitting on the day branch and attacking the house. At night, it is accompanied by the Vermilion Bird, so one should be cautious of fire and strange occurrences. Although Yin is the official ghost of the day stem, one should carefully examine the heavenly and earthly plates. Below Yin is Wei earth, which is an enemy, and above it is You metal, which is a conflict. Yin is struggling to take care of itself, how could it harm me?

斷曰：此重審之卦，兩上不勝一下，事多不順，起於陰小。又五行皆臨絕地，干支互乘敗神，凡事小心詳慎，自能轉禍為福也。晝占螣蛇入水，主雖有驚憂，後即消散。

This is a review divination, where two upper deities are unable to overcome one lower deity, indicating many things will not go smoothly. The matter is initiated by a young and weak person. Moreover, all five elements are in the state of decline. The day stem and day branch mutually multiply the defeated deity. As long as one is careful and thorough, misfortune can be turned into good fortune. In the daytime divination, the Teng Snake falls into water, indicating although there may be worry or alarm, it will soon dissipate on its own.

天時：有雨，雨中時見日出。家宅：主屋舍頹壞，夏夜防火燭。婚姻：晝占男家不孟，夜占女家不允。胎產：胎神臨絕地，防損，晝占主男。功名：先否後泰，不利西方。求財：夜占吉。疾病：主氣血衰敗。失脫：晝占即獲。出行：防有阻滯。行人：佔有職人即歸。爭訟：主為下人奸私，或反被告訐。兵戰：晝占防小挫，夜占大利。

Heavenly Conditions: It will rain, with the sun occasionally showing through. Family Residence: The house has already collapsed and is in disrepair; be cautious of fire during summer nights. Marriage: If divined during the day, the male side is unwilling; if divined at night, the female side does not agree. Pregnancy: The fetal spirit is in a state of decline; be careful of harm to the fetus. If divined during the day, the child will be a boy. Career: There will be initial obstruction followed by smooth progress; seeking opportunities to the west is not favorable. Seeking Wealth: It is favorable only if divined at night. Illness: The root of the illness lies in the decline of qi and blood. Loss: If divined during the day, the lost item can be found immediately. Travel: Be cautious of obstacles on the way. Traveler: A person with a position will return soon. Dispute: It is mostly due to private matters involving servants, or the person may be sued by the other party. Warfare: If divined during the day, be cautious of minor setbacks; if divined at night, it is highly favorable.

畢法云：干支皆敗勢傾頹。課經神將論云：螣蛇發用在干，曰墜水，主驚疑怪夢，凶災不成。又云：子乘龍合，女占必受皇恩。子午乘龍，妻妾懷孕。又云：朱雀在酉日夜噪，主官災起。心印賦云：子居巳位卯居申，結絕舊事最為真。

The "Bi Fa Fu" says: When both the day stem and day branch meet the败神, the momentum is ruined and the situation is weak. The "Ke Jing · Shen Jiang Lun" says: When the Teng Snake is on the day stem and initiates the transmission, it is called坠水, indicating anxiety, strange dreams, and ominous calamities, but the misfortune will not materialize. It also says: When子water is combined with the Azure Dragon and Liu He, a woman's fortune will surely receive royal favor; when子and午are combined with the Azure Dragon, the wife or concubine will become pregnant. It also says: When the Vermilion Bird is in酉, there will be constant noise day and night, indicating the emergence of legal disputes. The "Xin Yin Fu" says: When子is in the position of巳and卯is in the position of申, it is most suitable for concluding old matters.

課體：無依，元胎，度厄。課義：彼此合忌，交淡如水，生克既無，如斯而已。

The lesson pattern is reverse chant 'without support' (heaven and earth plates are in opposition, and the three transmissions have no basis). All three transmissions are named 'four young' or 'original embryo', also called 'overcoming hardship'. The lesson meaning says: between each other there is both Liu He and Liu Hai, emotions are as thin as water; the three transmissions move in vain and are trapped, neither mutual generation nor mutual control occurs, so the matter ends here.

解曰：干支上陰陽神，交互作六害，又兩兩作六合。似乎有利有害，然動而三傳，往來空陷，方且無生無克，何有於害，何有於合。君子處此。惟有淡交如水，使牛克合害，皆歸空虛，福亦不生，禍亦不成。如斯而已，豈可輕動哉。

The Yin and Yang spirits on the day stem and day branch interact to form the six harms, and they also form the six harmonies in pairs. It seems as though there are both benefits and harms, but once they move into the three transmissions, their movements all fall into empty and trapped positions, neither generating nor controlling anything. So where does harm come from, and where does harmony come from? A gentleman in such a situation should remain calm and indifferent, like water, allowing mutual generation, mutual control, six harmonies, and six harms to all become empty and void. In this state, neither good fortune can arise nor misfortune can take shape. At this point, how can one act recklessly?

斷曰：此反吟無依之卦，四孟課傳，三下賊上，事主遠而闇昧，反覆不定。親者疏，合者散，遲疑隱伏。又罡魁易位，四月占之，為天罡課。萬物被傷，小則阻滯，大則災殃。幸來去俱空，有菩提無樹、明鏡非臺之象，吉凶皆不實也，惟利九流僧道。

This is a reverse chant lesson without support, with all four lessons and three transmissions falling in the fourth month. The spirits in three places harm the superior spirits, indicating matters that are distant and obscure, fluctuating and uncertain. Close relationships turn distant, gatherings become separations, and people remain hesitant and concealed. Moreover, the heavenly stem Chen and the river ghost Xu have exchanged positions. If this is divined in the fourth month, it is the heavenly stem lesson, causing injury to all things. Lightly, it causes obstruction; severely, it brings calamity. Fortunately, both coming and going are empty, carrying the meaning of "the Bodhi tree has no tree, the bright mirror is not a platform." Thus, fortune and misfortune do not take hold, and it is only favorable for monks, Taoists, and practitioners.

天時：雨孟作而還止，出旬沾足。家宅：主有空巷，往來不寧。婚姻：不成，申年月晝占成。胎產：晝占驚恐，夜占女胎吉。功名：秋試有望，餘無成。求財：宜結絕田產舊事，或借本營生。疾病：不利占妻妾。失脫：勿尋。出行：空勞往返。行人：在道未至。爭訟：先見紛紜，後即解散。兵戰：無成功。

Heavenly conditions: Rain is about to fall but stops, and only after the current ten-day period will it rain thoroughly. Family home: The house is adjacent to an empty alley, and people coming and going will not find peace. Marriage: Not successful, unless it is divined during the year or month of Shen in the daytime. Pregnancy: If divined in the daytime, there is alarm; if divined at night, a female fetus is auspicious. Official rank: There is hope for the autumn examination, but nothing else will succeed. Seeking wealth: It is advisable to settle old matters concerning land, or to borrow capital for business. Disease: Unfavorable for those suffering from illness related to wife or concubine. Lost items: There is no need to search for them. Travel: A trip will be in vain. Traveler: Still on the way and has not arrived. Dispute: At first there will be much confusion and disturbance, but later it will subside. Military conflict: Will not be successful.

畢法云：彼此猜忌害相隨，干支值絕凡謀決，來去俱空豈動移。秘要云：晝占三重白虎作長生，乃不幸中之幸。夜占三重青龍作日鬼，乃幸中之不幸也。袖中金云：反吟四孟，為絕元胎。

The *Bi Fa Fu* says: mutual suspicion leads to six harms following closely; when both the day stem and day branch are in the state of death, any plan must be decided upon decisively; if both coming and going are empty, then what can be said about movement or change? The *Mi Yao* says: during the day, if three white tigers appear but are considered as growth, it is a fortunate outcome amidst misfortune; during the night, if three azure dragons appear but are considered as day ghosts, it is an unfortunate outcome amidst fortune. The *Xiu Zhong Jin* says: if reverse chant occurs and all three transmissions are in the first quarters, it is called absolute origin and embryo.

課體：知一，斬關，鑄印，驀越。課義：祿神及德，戌墓子克，夜貴閉口，作墓臨宅。

The lesson pattern is one of knowing one. The main star is approaching the day, named cutting the gate. The fire in巳 is approaching the earth in戌, named 'casting the seal' (like melting metal to cast a seal, indicating obtaining an official seal). The initiating transmission is out of order, named sudden crossing. The lesson meaning says: the禄神 and the day virtue are both in巳, but they are buried by the final transmission in戌 earth and overcome by the first transmission in子 water. The night nobleman is in the earth of the last ten days, called closed mouth. The earth of未 is also the storage of wood, exactly covering the house.

解曰：巳乃日之德祿，今居中傳，卻被初傳子水克之。末傳戌土墓之，則德祿俱廢矣。未加寅夜占，為貴人臨宅。然未乃旬中之尾，名為閉口，有求於貴，必不見諾。況未又為木墓，今覆宅上，必主晦暗而不明也。

The branch Si is the virtue god and the official god of the day Wu. It is now in the middle transmission, but is attacked by the first transmission Zi water. The final transmission Xu earth also buries it. Thus, both virtue and official are ruined. Since the branch Wei is added to Yin and the divination is done at night, the nobleman is present over the dwelling. However, Wei is at the end of the current ten-day period, known as closed mouth. Seeking help from the nobleman will certainly not be granted. Moreover, Wei is the storage place for wood, and now it is covering the dwelling, indicating that the dwelling will be dark and unclear.

斷曰：此知一之卦，干支上見刑害，事多起於同類。自知自見，不覺其為寇仇也。斗魁臨日，格合斬關，憂疑險阻，必得與貴和同，方能免咎。雖名鑄印，然已臨水鄉，火不勝水，又無印模，又名鑄印不成。

This is a lesson of the type "Zhi Yi." The day stem and day branch show a conflict and a harmful relationship, indicating that matters are often initiated by people of the same kind. One knows and sees, yet fails to recognize the other as an enemy. The constellation Doukui is approaching the day, forming a structure that aligns with cutting off the gate, leading to much worry, suspicion, and obstacles. One must harmonize with the nobleman to avoid misfortune. Although it is called casting a seal, the fire of Si has arrived in the water region, and the fire cannot overcome the water. Also, there is no seal, so it is called an unsuccessful casting of the seal.

天時：雨多晴少。家宅：主形勢低暗，灶被水壞。婚姻：吉，可用，夜占尤勝。胎產：主女，占胎不安，占產即下。功名：主得印綬，但有阻隔。求財：雖有得，即遇耗失。投謁：不合。

Heavenly circumstances: There is more rain than clear weather. Family residence: The land is low and dark, and the stove is damaged by water. Marriage: This marriage is auspicious and can be used, better to consult at night. Pregnancy: The child will be a girl; if asking about pregnancy, mother and child are uneasy, but if asking about childbirth, it will happen on time. Official position: It indicates receiving an official title and position, but there is an obstacle in between. Seeking wealth: Although it is obtained, it will be lost soon afterwards. Seeking an introduction: The two sides are not in harmony.

疾病：主不能言語、飲食。失脫：即在家中，人不肯言。出行：馬在貴前，同貴人行，吉，尤利避禍。行人：占尊長即至。爭訟：事起驀然，不利告貴。兵戰：晝占有驚，夜占吉。

Disease: The patient cannot speak and cannot eat. Loss: The thing is at home, but someone knows about it but does not want to say so. Travel: The post-horse is ahead of the nobleman, and if it goes with the nobleman, it is auspicious, especially good for avoiding misfortune. Traveler: The divination concerns a superior, and the person will arrive soon. Dispute: The matter comes suddenly, and it is not advisable to take it to the nobleman. Military conflict: If it is during the day, there is disturbance; if it is at night, it is auspicious.

畢法云：一旬周遍始終宜。課經云：子年戌月寅日卯將戌時，子為太歲，又為日財，德合加未為用。初傳青龍，末傳六合，為時泰課，占者萬事亨利。照膽秘訣云：除定開危卯未方，龍常陰合可逃藏。

The "Bifa Fu" says: The deities of the ten days are fully present in the divination transmission, and they are suitable throughout. The "Ke Jing" records: On a year of Zi, month of Xu, day of Yin, with the hour of Mao and the general of Xu, Zi is both the sovereign and the wealth of the day stem. The virtue combines with Wei to become the useful god. The first transmission rides the Azure Dragon, and the final transmission rides Liu He, forming a harmonious lesson, indicating that the diviner will have smooth success in all affairs. The "Zhaochan Mijue" says: On days of Chú, Dìng, Kāi, and Wēi, one should move towards the directions of Mao and Wei. The Azure Dragon, Tai Chang, Tai Yin, and Liu He can all hide there.

課體：昴星，虎視，三光，轉蓬，勵德。課義：首末皆空，刃虎居中，兩貴勿恃，終守困窮。

The lesson pattern is "Amber Star Tiger's Gaze," and in summer it also matches the "Three Radiance" (the body, dwelling, and movement all have brilliance). The three transmissions are unstable, named "Turning Pampas Grass." The nobleman stands at卯 and酉, named "Upholding Virtue." The lesson meaning says: the first and final transmissions both fall into Kongwang, while only the Yangren rides the White Tiger alone in the middle transmission; the nobleman in the day and night positions is unreliable, ultimately one can only endure hardship and poverty.

解曰：酉既旬空，丑亦坐空，占事必無終始也。午為羊刃，晝占乘虎，居中獨存，動必遭其禍也。晝貴臨酉空脫，夜貴臨卯被克，皆不足恃也。三傳無益，兩貴難依，計惟守空敗之酉金，終身於困窮而已矣。

The酉 is already in the empty position of the ten-day cycle, and the丑 is also sitting in an empty place, so any matter being divined will certainly have no beginning and no end. The午 is the Yangren of the戊 day, and in the daytime it is accompanied by the White Tiger, remaining alone in the Middle Transmission; once it moves, it will surely bring misfortune. In the daytime, the Nobleman is on the酉, which is empty and further weakened by being drained; at night, the Nobleman is on the卯, but it is further weakened by being overcome by wood. Neither of these can be relied upon. The three transmissions offer no benefit, and the two Noblemen are not dependable. Therefore, one can only remain with this empty and ruined酉 metal, suffering a life of hardship and poverty.

斷曰：此昴星虎視之卦，主舉動稽滯，多歷驚危，難進易退，虛耗百出。又：轉蓬為惶惑不定之象。三傳陰甚，闇昧昏沉；幸而初末俱空，吉凶皆歸無實。丑為玉堂旬奇，貴臨卯酉，格合勵德。君子俯仰無愧，自能避災獲福。

This is a divination lesson indicating that the stars of the Boar are watching with a fierce gaze, suggesting that actions are slow and hesitant, often encountering dangers and difficulties, making advancement difficult and retreat easy, with many losses and waste. The image of a drifting蓬 (a type of plant) indicates confusion and uncertainty. The three transmissions are heavily influenced by yin energy, leading to darkness and confusion. Fortunately, both the first and final transmissions fall into empty positions, so fortune and misfortune are both illusory and not real. The hour of Chou is the Jade Hall, and it is also the key spirit of this week. The nobleman is positioned at卯 and酉, and the structure aligns with moral cultivation. A gentleman only needs to act with an upright heart, and naturally he can avoid calamities and gain blessings.

天時：多雨多風，久陰。家宅：主宅舊人貧，防有敗子。婚姻：不成。胎產：胎坐長生，晝占即產，夜占生女。功名：艱苦難得。求財：如捕風捉影。投謁：不遇，即遇無益。疾病：甚見危險。失脫：主在北方，難獲。出行：孟行還止，既行復返。行人：未歸。爭訟：驚憂易散，被繫即解。兵戰：晝占吉，夜占不利。

Heavenly Conditions: There will be much rain and wind, with prolonged gloom. Home: The house is old and the family is poor, beware of a wastrel son. Marriage: Not successful. Pregnancy: The fetal god is in the position of growth. If divined during the day, delivery will occur immediately; if at night, a daughter will be born. Achieving fame and status: Hard work but difficult to attain. Seeking wealth: Like grasping at shadows. Seeking an audience: Unable to meet anyone, even if met, there will be no benefit. Illness: Quite dangerous. Loss: The lost item is in the north, difficult to find. Travel: Intending to go but stopping, going but turning back. A traveler: Has not yet returned. Disputes: Anxiety and worry will easily subside, and those imprisoned will soon be released. Warfare: Favorable during the day, unfavorable at night.

畢法云：人宅受脫俱招盜，虎視逢虎力難施。課經：六月午將寅時，雖是昴星虎視，即為三光。夏占得丑貴人臨之，戊課在巳，是日有氣。寅支傳午，又是辰有氣。既光其身，又光其宅，又光其動作，三者皆有光華，故名三光。占者萬事吉昌，不勞費力也。

The "Bifa Fu" states: When both the person and the dwelling are drained and weakened, thieves will be attracted. If there is a fierce gaze (虎视) meeting the White Tiger (白虎), one's strength and ability will be difficult to exert. The "Ke Jing" records: When a divination is made on the sixth month, with the general (将) at Wu and the time at寅, although it is the昴star and the fierce gaze (虎视), it actually matches the lesson of three lights (三光). In summer, if the Nobleman (贵人) is on the branch Chou, and the divine spirit on the fifth day (戊日) is at Si, then the Day Stem (日干) has strength. The branch寅transmits to Wu, and the Day Branch (日支) also has strength. Thus, it shines upon the person, the dwelling, and the actions, with all three shining brightly, hence called three lights. The diviner will have all things prosperous and flourishing, without needing to exert much effort.

課體：重審，元胎，不備。課義：虛生天干，中傳財散，禍乃自招，夜鬼兇悍。

The lesson pattern is a re-examination, with all three transmissions being the first phase of the four initial phases, and the four lessons lacking completeness. The lesson meaning states: Although Shen is the long life of Wu earth, it becomes a false long life due to the empty ten days; the middle transmission亥 wealth is seated on an empty position, so the wealth disperses; the day stem itself goes to add and control寅 ghost, so the calamity is self-invoked; in a night divination,寅 ghost is ridden by the white tiger, which is especially fierce.

解曰：申為戊土長生，臨干發用，豈不為美，然值旬空則為虛生矣。亥為戊土之財，初傳相生而出，豈不順利。然坐空鄉，則為財散矣。所存者，末傳寅為日鬼，夜占乘虎，尤極兇悍，胡可近哉。而戊課之巳，自往加寅，以招其禍，於人乎何尤。干乘支馬，支乘干祿，而寅虎臨於亥地，是謂鬼自就生，不來侵犯也。

Shen is the long birth of Wu earth, appearing on the day stem and initiating the transmission, which seems favorable, but since it is in the旬空, it becomes a hollow long birth. Hai is the wealth god of Wu earth, emerging from the first transmission through mutual generation, which seems smooth, but since it is sitting in the Kongwang, the wealth disperses. The remaining final transmission Yin wood is the official ghost of the day stem, and in a night divination it is accompanied by the White Tiger, which is especially fierce, how can it be close? The god of the day stem Wu is the巳 fire, which goes to join Yin, causing this misfortune, who can blame? The day stem is riding the Post-horse of the day branch, and the day branch is riding the禄神 of the day stem, with the White Tiger on Yin, which is on Hai, this is called the official ghost going away and being born, and not coming to attack me.

斷曰：此重審之卦。一下克上，事多未順，必從內起，利後動不利輕舉。又名生胎，凡事有鼎新之象。惜初中空陷，吉凶皆虛耳。若於七月得之，申金填實，好事即能真確矣。蓋祿馬俱臨，時逢旺氣，雖旬空無害。

This is a review lesson. One of the lower deities conquers the upper deity, indicating many things will not go smoothly, and the issue must originate from within. It is advisable to act later rather than act hastily. This lesson is also known as "birth of a new life," symbolizing renewal and transformation. Unfortunately, both the first and middle transmissions fall into empty and trapped positions, making both good and bad outcomes uncertain. If this lesson is cast in July, the metal of the monkey (申) fills the empty position, allowing good things to become real. Since the luck deity and the post-horse both arrive at the person's position, and the situation is in its favorable season, even if there is a ten-day emptiness, it will not cause any hindrance.

天時：秋占有雨，餘占無雨有風。家宅：利出外，若在家不免虛耗。婚姻：七月晝占吉，餘恐不成。胎產：胎神臨敗地，宜防損漏。功名：主有虛聲薦引，或無實際。求財：虛費唇舌，或關田土，終防耗散。

Heavenly Timing: In autumn there is rain, but in other seasons there is no rain only wind. Family Affairs: It is suitable to go out to seek a living; if staying at home, there will be inevitable losses. Marriage: July daytime is auspicious, but in other seasons it is likely to be difficult. Pregnancy: The fetal god is in a declining position, so there is a risk of injury or miscarriage. Achievements: There will be false reputation and recommendations, but they may not result in actual success. Seeking Wealth: It will be a waste of words, or related to land matters, and ultimately there will be losses.

疾病：火症或頭目之症，或得之女色，其像甚凶。失脫：難尋，或投勢家，吏不敢擒。出行：主孟東行，不能離家。行人：占家長當日至，餘在道。爭訟：事無實跡，不利到官。兵戰：防虛詐。

Disease: This indicates a fire-related illness, or an ailment of the head or eyes, possibly caused by female relations. The condition is very severe. Loss: The lost item is difficult to find, possibly hidden in the home of a powerful family, and the constables dare not go there to retrieve it. Travel: One wishes to go east, but cannot leave home. Traveler: If the person is a family head, he will arrive on the same day; others are still on the way. Dispute: There is no solid evidence, and it is not favorable to take the case to court. Military conflict: Be cautious of the enemy pretending to be strong and using deceitful tactics in warfare.

畢法云：權攝不正祿臨支，富貴干支逢祿馬。纂要云：白虎名催官符，占赴任必速。又干上申晝乘青龍。若九月占，作月內之生氣，雖目下未見崢嶸，卻徐徐發福，惜值旬空耳。

The *Bi Fa Fu* says: When one acts on behalf of another but the position is not properly established, the official star is located in the day branch; the image of wealth and honor appears when both the day stem and day branch meet the official star and the post-horse. The *Zuan Yao* says: The White Tiger is also called the official symbol, and when predicting taking office, it certainly indicates a swift result. Furthermore, if the metal of the hour is in the position of the Azure Dragon during the day, and the divination is made in the ninth month, it is considered as the vital energy of the month. Although one may not yet show outstanding ability, fortune will gradually emerge, but it is unfortunate that it is currently in the empty period.

課體：重審，間傳，斬關，登三天，狡童。課義：自墓傳生，終不能寧，遞相挽抑，兩貴皆丁。

The lesson pattern is called "Re-examination." The three transmissions are separated by positions, with the middle transmission named "Intermediate Transmission." The star of destiny is added to the hour stem to initiate the transmission, named "Cutting the Gate," also called "Ascending to the Third Heaven." In the night divination, the useful god starts from Liu He and ends at Heavenly Empress, named "Cunning Boy." The lesson meaning says: the three transmissions go from the tomb god to the growth, which should first be confused and then clear, but ultimately remain unsettled; the heavenly stem and earthly branch mutually take the tomb of each other, restraining and suppressing each other; the two noblemen of day and night both carry the ten-day god, indicating instability and change.

解曰：初傳日墓，末傳長生，自墓傳生，先迷後醒也：而申值旬空，徒然受墓逢刃，終成虛語，豈能寧處乎。干上乘支墓，支上乘干墓，互相牽挽掩抑，以就昏昧：丑貴旬丁，未貴亦藏課丁，主貴人動變。惟貴登天門，仕宦占之最吉。

The first transmission is the tomb god of the Wu stem on the day, and the final transmission is the growth. Moving from the tomb to the growth, it is originally a state of first confusion and then clarity. However, the metal of Shen is currently in the empty period of the ten days, leading to a situation where the tomb and the cutting tool are encountered in vain, ultimately resulting in an empty statement, and there is no possibility of peace. The day stem is riding on the tomb of the day branch, and the day branch is riding on the tomb of the day stem, mutually supporting and suppressing each other, both falling into a state of confusion. The nobleman on Chou is accompanied by the ten-day Ding, and the nobleman on Wei also secretly contains the lesson Ding. The nobleman himself is in a state of change. Only the nobleman ascending to the heavenly gate is most auspicious for someone in official position.

斷曰：此重審之卦，斗罡加辰發用，課名斬關，亦名登三天。事起陰小，利於後動，所往阻隔，不得遂意而行。況末傳空脫，為孟登高而不能之象。夜占用起六合，終於天后，主陰私不正，君子所羞。惟罡塞鬼戶，利陰謀私禱，避難逃災。然利大人大事，不利常人小用也。秋占吉。

This is a review lesson. The heavenly stem Chen is placed on the hour position and initiates the transmission, making the lesson name "Cutting the Gate," also called "Ascending to the Third Heaven." The matter is initiated by a young and weak woman. It is advisable to act later. The path taken is obstructed, and one cannot proceed as desired. Moreover, the final transmission is empty and lacks energy, symbolizing the intention to climb high but being unable to do so. At night, the useful god originates from Liu He and ends at Heavenly Empress, indicating private and improper matters. A gentleman should regard this as a source of shame. However, the heavenly stem Chen blocks the ghost's entrance, which is favorable for secret planning, private prayers, and avoiding danger or disaster. Nevertheless, this is beneficial only for great matters of important people, not for small matters of ordinary people. It is favorable in autumn.

天時：久旱得雨。家宅：主人昏宅暗，尤宜謹慎閨門。婚姻：夜占不宜。胎產：防因病損胎，七月晝占得男。功名：年命在丑，七月晝占大利。求財：無益。疾病：風癱之症，雖危有解。失脫：主奴僕幼輩所竊，不可獲。出行：利上任及逃避患難。行人：在路。爭訟：防事情轉大。兵戰：晝夜皆吉。

Heavenly Condition: After a long drought, rain finally falls. Family Residence: The master is foolish and the atmosphere of the house is dark, especially one should be cautious about matters concerning the inner rooms and doors. Marriage: It is not suitable to divinate at night. Pregnancy: One should beware of damage to the fetus due to illness; if divined during the day in the seventh month, it will be a boy. Official Rank: Those whose destiny falls in the year of Ox will find great benefit if divined during the day in the seventh month. Seeking Wealth: It will be a waste of effort with no benefit. Disease: The illness is of the type of wind paralysis, although serious, there is a way to be saved. Loss: The lost item was taken by a servant or a young person, and it cannot be recovered. Travel: It is favorable to take office or to escape from trouble. Traveler: The person is still on the way. Dispute: One should beware of the matter getting worse. Warfare: Both day and night divination are favorable.

畢法云：罡塞鬼戶任謀為，干支乘墓各昏迷，后合占婚豈用媒。課經云：貴登天門，神藏煞沒；丑加亥者為的，四孟月尤佳，緣四維為月將也，神將論云：六合在辰曰違禮。天后在申曰奸私，起六合，謂之狡童。

The "Bifa Fu" says: When Tiangang blocks the ghost gate, one may proceed boldly; when the day stem and day branch each ride the tomb god, both person and dwelling are confused; when Heavenly Empress occupies Liu He, marriage is determined, and there is no need for a matchmaker. The "Ke Jing" says: When the nobleman ascends the heavenly gate, the spirits are hidden and the malevolent forces are absent, with Chou added to Hai being most accurate, especially in the four young months, because the four directions are exactly where the month general is located. The "Shen Jiang Lun" says: When Liu He is in Chen, it is called violating propriety; when Heavenly Empress is in Shen, it is called secret affairs; when the useful god arises from Liu He, it is called a cunning youth.

課體：重審，進茹。課義：身宅羅網，守之自旺，動作他謀，許多惡況。

The lesson pattern is called Rezhen, and the three transmissions follow each other in sequence, named Jinru. The lesson meaning states: the Wu (午) on the day stem and the Mao (卯) on the day branch are both their respective previous ones, forming the heavenly net and earthly trap, enclosing both the self and the dwelling. If one remains still and guards, the day branch being strong naturally ensures stability. But once one seeks other paths, there will be various bad situations.

解曰：干上午，支上卯，皆前一位神，名天羅地網。占得此者，兜裹身宅，不得亨快也。支上乘旺，止利靜守在家。若妄有動作，則變為羅網　纏其身宅。初入墓中，繼逢絕地，終見羊刃，凶咎百出矣。如得行年本命，沖破羅網　始見亨通。卯乘朱雀加支，天罡驀越發用。主口舌文書，事起忽然，進凶退吉。

The day stem is Wu and the day branch is Mao, both being the divine spirits preceding them, known as Tian Luo Di Wang. Those who receive this divination are surrounded by obstacles, unable to move freely. The day branch is in a strong position, which is favorable for remaining quiet and staying at home; if there is any unnecessary action, the net will ensnare both the person and the dwelling. The three transmissions start in the墓 (grave), then encounter the绝 (end), and finally meet the Yang Ren, leading to many misfortunes. Only if the year of birth and the person's own heavenly stem can break through the net will success be achieved. The wood of Mao is occupied by the Vermilion Bird and added to the day branch, while the Tiangang takes precedence in initiating the transmission, indicating sudden disputes and official matters. Advancing leads to misfortune, while retreating brings good fortune.

斷曰：此重審之卦，順進連茹，名為升階，有觀光上國之象。凡占守舊則吉，積善餘慶，主有人來相助，始雖阻礙，終得其援引衛護之力，巳午歲春夏逢之大利。

This is a review lesson, with the three transmissions proceeding in order and connected, known as ascending steps, indicating the imagery of entering the capital to view sights and advancing to the court. Generally, maintaining the old ways is auspicious; those who accumulate goodness will naturally have blessings. It signifies that someone will come to assist; although there may be initial obstacles, in the end, one will receive support and protection. This is particularly favorable during the years of巳 and午 and in the spring and summer seasons.

天時：初見興云，旋復晴皎。家宅：不吉，然宜守舊。婚姻：主倉猝而合，後防懼內。胎產：主胎氣旺，晝占生男。功名：安命自來，求進反退。求財：無得。疾病：不妨。失脫：主有窩者，難獲。出行：有阻，雖遠必返。行人：忽然到家。爭訟：終不明剖，不如和息。兵戰：進中有退之象。

Heavenly Weather: Initially clouds arose, then the sky cleared. Family Home: Unfavorable, but it is suitable to keep things as they are and not make changes. Marriage: Indicates hasty marriage, with future worries about being dominated by the wife. Pregnancy: Indicates strong fetal energy, and if divined during the day, it suggests the birth of a son. Official Rank: If one remains steady and does not overstep, official position will come naturally; if one is eager to advance quickly, one will retreat instead. Seeking Wealth: No gain. Illness: No harm. Loss: Indicates someone is hiding the lost item, making it difficult to recover. Travel: There will be obstacles on the way, and even if one travels far, one will certainly return. Traveler: The traveler will suddenly arrive home. Dispute: In the end, it will be impossible to clarify, so it is better to resolve the matter through reconciliation. Warfare: There is an indication of advancing while retreating.

畢法云：所謀多拙遭羅網，干墓並關人宅廢。古鑑：一助教四十六歲，申將未時，占前程。曰：日上天羅、羊刃，支陰發用，傳歸日上，晝將青龍，當赴任矣。行年到亥，見子即為地網，必阻外艱。卯六數，辰五數，巳四數，此十五年，合至監司之職。自後入午天羅，必見謫降。二十三年，大運終矣，皆驗。

The "Bifa Fu" says: Most plans are clumsy and one is caught in a net; both the day stem's decline and the separation of the gate are present, and both the person and the dwelling are in decline. The "Gujian" records: There was an assistant teacher who was forty-six years old. At the time of the sixth hour of the horse (申将未时), he consulted about his future. The divination said: The day stem has the heavenly net and the yangren, and the hidden spirit of the day branch initiates the transmission. The three transmissions return to the day stem. The day general is riding the azure dragon, so he should take office. When the year pillar reaches the pig (亥), seeing the rat (子) is the earth net, and he will certainly be blocked by mourning duties. The卯 is the sixth number, 辰 is the fifth number, and 巳 is the fourth number. These fifteen years, he is destined to hold the position of a supervisor. After that, entering the午 position with the heavenly net, he will certainly be demoted. Twenty-three years later, his great destiny will end. Later, all these predictions were fulfilled.

課體：伏吟，自信，三交。課義：卯鬼交逢，晝合夜龍，隨時閉口，災禍猶攻。

The lesson pattern is a hidden chant. On a yin day, the initiating transmission is named "Self-Confidence" based on the god at the day branch. The three transmissions all fall within the four central branches of Zi, Wu, Mao, and You, named "Three Intersections." The lesson meaning states: the wood official ghost appears repeatedly at Mao, intersecting with the day. In the daytime, it is accompanied by Liu He, and at night by Qing Long, both belonging to the wood category and aiding the ghost. The earth at Wei is present at the day stem, indicating a closed mouth, requiring silence at the right time. Even so, calamity will still come.

解曰：卯為日鬼交逢，課傳重疊五見，又況晝將六合，夜將青龍，亦皆木類，助鬼可知。未為旬尾，而臨日干，是為閉口，當隨時緘默，猶且不免晝虎夜蛇之凶。若使輕舉妄動，則災禍之攻，必不免矣。

The trigram Mao is the official ghost of the day stem Ji and appears five times in the four lessons and three transmissions, overlapping and appearing repeatedly. Moreover, during the day, the Liu He is present and at night the Azure Dragon is present, both belonging to the wood element, which clearly strengthens the power of the ghost. The trigram Wei is at the end of the current ten-day period but is placed on the day stem, which is called closed mouth, indicating the need to keep silent at all times. Even so, it is unavoidable to encounter the White Tiger in the daytime divination and the Teng Snake at night, which are ominous. If one still acts recklessly, the attack of calamity is certain to be unavoidable.

斷曰：此伏吟自信之卦，三傳四仲，格合三交，事主藏匿。靜中求勞，動中得滯，有屈而不伸，前不能退，後不能遂之象。又支墓覆干，主自被昏迷。六合並臨於卯，主陰私不明。若戍月占此，名曰天煩，多凶少吉。

This is a Hidden Chant self-confidence divination, with all three transmissions falling in the fourth quarter. The structure aligns with the three intersections, indicating that the matter is primarily about concealment and evasion. In stillness, one finds toil, and in movement, one meets obstacles. There is an image of being bent but unable to extend, unable to retreat forward or proceed backward. Additionally, the day branch's buried spirit covers the day stem, indicating the person is trapped in confusion. The六合 is over the卯, suggesting secrecy and ambiguity. If this divination is taken on the戌 month, it is called Heaven's Distress, which is mostly ominous and few auspicious signs.

天時：先雨後晴。家宅：宅旺，人口未寧。婚姻：和美，但恐受制於內。胎產：不實或主聾啞。功名：可得，但宜靜矣，動則有咎，夜占試必中。求財：當藉貴人之力。投謁：不遇，雖遇，兩情不吐。

Heavenly conditions: It will first rain and then clear up. Family affairs: The household is prosperous, but the people within it have not yet found peace. Marriage: Husband and wife are harmonious, but the husband may be controlled by his wife. Pregnancy: The fetal energy is not solid, or the child may be born deaf or mute. Achieving fame and status: It is possible to attain, but it is advisable to remain quiet; any movement may bring misfortune. If divined at night for an exam, success is certain. Seeking wealth: One should rely on the help of a nobleman. Seeking an audience: One may not meet the person, even if they do meet, neither party will reveal their true feelings.

疾病：主僵伏喑□，或不進飲食，作福吉。失脫：不出家中，逃者難獲。出行：不能動身，行亦復返。行人：未至或先得音信。爭訟：不利見官，和息為吉。兵戰：晝占得金寶、美麗；夜占大勝，得貨物圖書，忌暗中侵襲。

Disease: indicates someone lying stiff and unable to move, or being mute and unable to speak (the original text is missing one character here), or not eating at all. If one performs rituals for blessings and expelling evils, it will be auspicious. Loss and theft: things do not leave the house, and those who run away are difficult to capture. Travel: unable to move, even if one tries to go out, one will have to return. Travelers: they have not yet arrived, or one may first receive news. Disputes: unfavorable for going to court, and resolving matters through reconciliation is auspicious. Military conflict: if divined during the day, one can obtain gold, treasures, and fine goods; if divined at night, there will be a great victory, and one can obtain goods and books, but one should beware of enemies secretly attacking.

畢法云：鬼臨三四訟災隨，喪吊全逢掛縞衣。神將論云：雀乘午火居南方，四刑沖煞，當主火燭，幸伏吟神煞不動耳。玉成歌云：伏吟舉動心無遂，三交凶吉皆因內。

The *Bi Fa Fu* says: If the official ghost is present in the third or fourth lesson, disputes and calamities will follow one after another; if the hearse and mourning guests are complete, one must wear mourning clothes. The *Shen Jiang Lun* says: The Vermilion Bird rides on the southern fire at noon, and if it meets the four punishments and clashes, it indicates a fire disaster from candles; fortunately, in the case of hidden chant, the divine and malevolent forces do not activate. The *Yu Cheng Ge* says: In the case of hidden chant, actions are difficult to achieve one's heart's desire, and the good or bad fortune of the three intersections arises internally.

課體：重審，退茹，三奇，勵德，驀越。課義：遁傳三奇，所卜皆宜，動用既可，退守無虧。

The lesson pattern is a re-examination, with the three transmissions in reverse order connected, named Retreating and Consuming. The ten-day concealment reveals the heavenly stems 乙, 丙, and 丁, known as the Three Marvels. The nobleman is positioned at卯 and酉, named Lide. The initiating transmission exceeds its proper order, named Moe Yue. The lesson meaning states: if the three transmissions and ten-day concealment obtain the Three Marvels, the matter being divined will be entirely appropriate. Whether one acts or retreats, there is no loss; both advancing and retreating are favorable, leading to no disadvantage.

解曰：三傳旬遁得乙亥、丙子、丁丑，為天上三奇。日月星精，珠聯璧合，占者得之，無往不宜也。動而三傳，既得子亥之財，退守日上，又有旺祿之生。進退動靜，無所不可也。丑為玉堂，子為明堂，亥為絳宮。

The Three Transmissions, according to the ten-day cycle, are matched with Yihai, Bingzi, and Dingchou, which are exactly the Three Marvels in the heavens. These represent the essence of the sun, moon, and stars, forming a perfect combination. When one obtains this, nothing is unsuitable. If action is taken, the Three Transmissions already include two strong wealth lines,亥 and 子. If one retreats and stays with the Day Stem, there is also a strong禄神 (favorable official) supporting it. Whether advancing or retreating, moving or staying, there is no place that is not suitable. 丑 is Jade Hall, 子 is Bright Hall, and 亥 is绛宫, all of which are noble and esteemed places.

斷曰：此重審之卦，順進連茹。凡事當周詳審顧，循理而行，退中有進，孟行不行，孟止不止。事防再舉，節外生枝。上神生日，傳見三奇，逢凶不凶，遇吉愈吉。仲夏得此，年命又臨旺神，必有奇福驀然而至。惜其丑午穿心，子午沖擊，未免美中不足。

This is a review lesson with the three transmissions proceeding in order and connected. All matters should be carefully considered and handled according to reason. There is a situation of retreat with a tendency to advance, wanting to move but unable to, wanting to stop but unable to. Matters should beware of a second occurrence or complications arising from outside. The day stem is being born by the heavenly stem above it, and the three transmissions also include the three marvels, so encountering misfortune does not result in actual harm, and encountering good fortune becomes even more favorable. In the middle of summer, with this lesson, and the year and life cycle also falling on a strong heavenly stem, there is certainly a sudden arrival of extraordinary blessings. Unfortunately, the丑 and午 are in opposition, and the子 and午 are in conflict, so there is ultimately an incomplete aspect.

天時：風雨調和，歲時豐穰。家宅：宅吉人安，主有果木隙地。婚姻：吉，防翁姑不喜，晝占為佳。胎產；安。功名：夏占及年命生日者，必得顯達。求財：遂意。投謁：有意外之遇。

Heavenly circumstances: Wind is moderate, rain is timely, and the harvest is abundant. Family residence: The atmosphere of the house is auspicious, the family is peaceful and healthy, and there are fruit trees and empty spaces near the house. Marriage: This marriage is auspicious, but be cautious of the in-laws disliking it; it is better to consult during the day. Pregnancy and childbirth: Mother and child are safe. Achieving fame and success: If consulted in summer or by someone whose year and birth date match, success is certain. Seeking wealth: Everything goes as desired. Seeking favor and introduction: There will be unexpected opportunities.

疾病：主氣於嘔噁心，愈防再發。失脫：難獲，知者不肯言。出行：宜南方及夏日，必得稱心。行人：速至。爭訟：主為口舌虛詐，宜和解。兵戰：晝夜皆利，益多損少。

Disease: Indicates reversal of qi, vomiting, and nausea. Even after recovery, one should still be cautious of recurrence. Loss: Difficult to recover, and those who know the truth are unwilling to speak openly. Travel: Favorable to go south, also favorable in summer, and will certainly be satisfactory. Traveler: Will arrive soon. Dispute: Mostly arises from verbal disputes and deceit, favorable for reconciliation. Military conflict: Advantageous both day and night, with much gain and little loss.

畢法云：尊祟傳內遇三奇，旺祿臨身徒妄作。課經云：酉加旬首戌上，晝乘元武為閉口卦。袖中金云：丑子亥入墓，有收藏之態，仕進無心。心印賦云：日上神與命上神相生合，喜福來親。又云：子丑相加事必成，更逢吉將轉歡欣。

The "Bifa Fu" says: The image of reverence appears when the Three Marvels are within the Three Transmissions; when a strong禄神 is present, it is not advisable to act recklessly. The "Ke Jing" says: When酉 is placed on the first day of the ten-day period and falls on戌, and the daytime divination involves the Black Tortoise, it forms a卦 of closure. The "Xiu Zhong Jin" says: When丑, 子, and亥 successively enter their墓, there is an appearance of gathering and concealment, and the desire for official advancement diminishes. The "Xin Yan Fu" says: When the day stem's heavenly stem and the heavenly stem above the day stem are mutually generating or harmonious, joy and blessings will come close. It also says: When子 and丑 are combined, matters will certainly succeed, and if another auspicious general is present, even greater joy will follow.

課體：涉害，間傳，極陰，九丑，龍戰。課義：身馬宅丁，不容少停，元脫空敗，陰極陽生。

The lesson pattern is "Involving Harm" (in all numerical divination lessons, where there are mutual constraints, the one that is most constrained is used as the initiating transmission). The three transmissions are named by the name of the third transmission, and they are traced backward to the extreme of yin energy, called "Extreme Yin." On the day of Ji Mao, with Chou added to Chen as the initiating transmission, it is called "Nine Chous." If the year and destiny are located on Mao and You, it is called "Dragon Strife." The lesson interpretation says: The body is riding on the Post-horse, and the dwelling is riding on the Decanal Ding; the motive is urgent, and there is no time to stop. The final transmission is You, riding on the Black Tortoise, which releases and dissipates the daily energy, and it is both empty and ruined. Yin has reached its extreme, perhaps just the time when Yang energy is about to arise.

解曰：身乘卯馬，宅乘旬丁，馬動丁隨，決主於動，不容少停也。末傳酉乘元武，盜脫日干之氣，又係旬空，又係土敗之地，至此極矣。物極而變，或者陰盡陽生之候乎。此課因未加酉，故有此說，餘不然也。

The subject is riding on the卯 wood Post-horse, and the house is riding on the丁 spirit of this旬. Once the horse moves, the丁 follows immediately, indicating a decisive movement that cannot be stopped for a moment. The final transmission is酉 gold riding on the Black Tortoise, which steals and drains the energy of the day stem. Moreover, it is in the empty position and a place where earth is weakened, marking the end of decline. When things reach their extreme, they must reverse; perhaps this is the time when yin reaches its end and yang begins to arise. This statement is only valid because the lesson is based on the addition of未 and酉; other situations are not like this.

斷曰：此涉害之卦，格合極陰。又己卯日，丑加辰發用，是名九丑。戊己乃北辰下降之日。卯為陽盛陰絕之辰，刑殺不正，萬物紐結，上下迍邅，事多凶咎。況涉害主久歷艱辛，龍戰主人心疑惑，極陰進寸退尺，動有乖離也。所喜上神生日，乃有人上門助我，不勞我力。然終嫌末傳不實，有始鮮終耳。

This is a lesson of "Shehai" (Involvement of Harm), with a structure conforming to extreme yin. Also, because on the day of Ji Mao, Chou is added to Chen to initiate the transmission, it is called "Jiu Chou" (Nine Chous). On the days of Wu and Ji, it is the day when the North Star descends. Mao is the time when yang energy is at its peak and yin energy is cut off. Punishment and killing are not proper, and all things are entangled and difficult to resolve, with difficulties above and below, and many misfortunes. Moreover, "Shehai" indicates prolonged hardship. The dragon battle causes the master to be doubtful. Extreme yin advances an inch but retreats a foot; any movement leads to separation. Fortunately, the heavenly stem on the day stem is born by the heavenly stem, meaning someone will come to help, so one does not need to exert oneself. However, ultimately, the final transmission is not solid, leading to a beginning without an end.

天時：久陰霖雨。家宅：主人多屋窄，幽暗不明。婚姻：相宜，然美中不足。胎產：主女胎，難產。功名：年命在巳者吉。求財：有得。疾病：主腹痛驚危，然不妨。失脫：難獲。出行：不利。行人：有信，丑巳日至。爭訟：難解，至達省部。兵戰：防有變。

Heavenly Conditions: There has been prolonged darkness with continuous rain. Family Residence: Many people live in a narrow house, and the inside is dark and unclear. Marriage: They are originally a good match, but there is some imperfection. Pregnancy: The fetus is female, and there will be difficulties during childbirth. Official Rank: It is favorable only for those whose destiny falls in the巳 (Snake) branch. Seeking Wealth: There will be some gain. Illness: The main symptom is pain in the abdomen, with an urgent situation, but it will not result in serious harm. Loss: The lost item is difficult to recover. Travel: It is not favorable to go out. Traveler: There will be news first, but the person will arrive only on the day of丑 (Ox) or巳 (Snake). Dispute: It is hard to mediate, and it may even lead to a case in a provincial or ministerial court. Warfare: Be cautious of unexpected changes in the middle of the battle.

畢法云：眷屬豐盈居狹宅，龍加生氣吉遲遲。課經云：晝將六月占，青龍乘生干之神，又作月內之生氣。若君子孟施惠於人，未嘗啟齒，緩緩作福。觀月經云：四辰連五日，九丑主惡聲，大吉將加仲，大小兩時並，三年與三月，不出大凶生。

The "Bifa Fu" says: Although there are many family members, they live in a narrow house; the Azure Dragon is joined with Life Qi, and good fortune comes slowly. The "Ke Jing" says: In June, the day ruler is the day stem; the Azure Dragon is riding on the Life Qi of the day stem, and also represents the Life Qi of the month; if a gentleman wishes to benefit others, before he even speaks, good fortune will slowly arrive. The "Guan Jingxue" says: Four celestial stems follow five days, and the nine Chou (earthly branches) bring bad reputation; if the Chou general is placed over the four central stems, both the morning and afternoon periods will appear, and within three years or three months, a great misfortune will surely occur.

課體：彈射，三交，勵德，二煩。課義：守辰厄塞，動值遙克，中末皆空，解憂釋惑。

The lesson pattern is "Shooting" (four lessons have no mutual overcoming, and the day stem remotely overcomes another god to determine the use). All three transmissions are names of the fourth trines and intersect with each other. The nobleman is positioned at卯 or酉, named "Li De". The sun and moon, along with the mansion, are added to the fourth trines, named "Er Fan". The lesson meaning says: staying on the earth of the day stem, one is trapped by the tomb god; once moving, one meets the wealth obtained through remote overcoming; the middle and final transmissions both fall into emptiness, suitable only for resolving worries and doubts.

解曰：辰乃水土之墓，守之則為墓所覆，厄塞而不通。動而逢子，為彈射之財，又遭貴人、勾陳兩土夾克，雖有財而不為己用也，遂投中未。兩傳俱空，只宜解散憂疑。若占好事，是謂捕風捉影　凡百無成。

Chen is the burial ground for water and earth, and guarding it means being covered by the spirit of the burial ground, resulting in being trapped and unable to proceed. If there is movement and it meets Zi water, that is a sudden gain of wealth through shooting, but it is then blocked by the Nobleman and Gou Chen, two earth spirits, squeezing from both sides. Although there is wealth, it cannot be used for oneself, so it turns to the Middle Transmission and the Final Transmission. These two transmissions also fall into emptiness, suitable only for dispelling worries and doubts. If it is about good fortune, it means grasping at shadows, achieving nothing at all.

斷曰：此彈射之卦，三傳皆仲，格合三交，事主動搖，人情倒置。利客不利主，利先不利後。況午加酉為死交，凡事失節阻礙，不能成合。辰陽與日干相競，凶重有力。幸傳空為遺鏃失彈，禍福俱無成也。又日月宿加四仲，斗罡繫丑未，行年立卯酉，名天地二煩，為咎不小。

This is a shooting lesson, with all three transmissions falling in the fourth quarter. The structure aligns with the three intersections, causing matters to be unstable and people's relationships to be inverted and misplaced. It benefits the guest side but not the host side, favors the first to act but not the later to act. Moreover, the combination of Wu and You forms a dead intersection, leading to loss of control and obstacles, preventing success. The yang spirit of Chen conflicts with the day stem, indicating a strong ominous trend. Fortunately, the three transmissions fall into empty positions, like an arrowhead falling off or a projectile losing its force, so neither misfortune nor fortune can be realized. Furthermore, if the day and month hosts are also placed in the fourth quarter, and the star of destiny is located at Chou or Wei, with the year standing at Mao or You, this is called the heaven and earth double disturbance, which causes significant harm.

天時：求雨不雨，求晴不晴。家宅：身宅不安，宜謝工神。婚姻：刁；吉。胎產：防不實，兼防產難。功名：顯者升遷，小吏迪否。求財：用盡機心，終歸無益。疾病：春夏無事，秋冬及久病大凶。失脫：難尋。出行：不宜。行人：不來。爭訟：解散。兵戰：晝占開地千里，夜占士卒折傷。

Heavenly Conditions: If you pray for rain but it does not come, and you pray for clear weather but it does not clear. Family Home: Both yourself and your home are not at peace; you should perform a ceremony to thank the earth god. Marriage: This marriage is not auspicious. Pregnancy: Be careful of an unstable fetus and also of difficult childbirth. Official Rank: Those in high positions may expect promotion, but low-ranking officials will not. Seeking Wealth: Planning carefully will result in no benefit in the end. Disease: There is no problem in spring and summer, but in autumn and winter and for those who are long-term ill, it is very dangerous. Loss: Things are difficult to find. Travel: It is not advisable to go out. Traveler: The person will not come. Dispute: The lawsuit will naturally be resolved. Warfare: If divined during the day, it can expand the territory by thousands of miles; if divined at night, the soldiers will suffer heavy losses.

畢法云：夫婦蕪淫各有私，彼此猜忌害相隨。課經：三月十五口酉將子時，男命行年在子，日宿酉並臨子，罡繫未，為天煩格。女命行年在午，月宿卯並臨午，罡繫未，為地煩格，：德氣在內，刑氣在外，天地翻覆，莫大憂煩也。

The *Bifa Fu* says: When a husband and wife are immoral and indulge in lust, each has their own private affairs; they suspect and distrust each other, and the six harmful influences follow. The *Ke Jing* records: On the fifteenth day of the third lunar month, at the hour of You with the time of Zi, if a man's age is in Zi, and the day's host is also in Zi, while the star of the hour is in Zi, and the star of the star is in Wei, this is called the Heaven's Distress Pattern. For a woman's divination, if her age is in Wu, and the month's host is also in Wu, while the star of the hour is in Wu, and the star of the star is in Wei, this is called the Earth's Distress Pattern. The virtuous energy is within, while the penal energy is outside; the heavens and earth are inverted, and there is no greater distress than this.

課體：涉害，曲直，泆女，不備，魄化，飛魂。課義：上門見制，循環不已，晝貴休干，夜亦如是。

The lesson pattern is called "Involving Harm." The three transmissions form a wood triad of Hai, Mao, and Wei, known as "Curved and Straight." The Heavenly Empress and Liu He are combined, named "Excess Woman." The four lessons are insufficient, so it is called "Incomplete." The White Tiger is in the year's branch, and there are also names "Soul Transformation" and "Flying Soul." The lesson meaning says: the branch of the day is controlled by the stem of the day, and the three transmissions do not come out of the four lessons but cycle continuously. The nobleman of the day falls into the prison, and the night nobleman is in Kongwang, both failing to assist the stem of the day.

解曰：支臨干而克干，乃是上門亂首。日干見制，尤為不堪。三傳亥卯未不離四課，是謂循環不已，事主牽連不斷也。晝貴子臨辰上，既入於獄。夜貴申加子上，又陷於空。雖曰晝夜貴加，恐干之者，徒勞無益耳。

The day branch is on top of the day stem and also attacks the stem, which is called upper disorder and initial confusion. The day stem being attacked is especially difficult. The three transmissions of Hai, Mao, and Wei do not go beyond the four lessons, which is called a continuous cycle, indicating that the matter will involve many people. The day nobleman, Zi water, is on Chen and has already entered the prison; the night nobleman, Shen metal, is on Zi and has fallen into Kongwang. Although both day and night noblemen are in the lesson, if one seeks them for help, it will likely be in vain.

斷曰：此涉害之卦，合曲直之局。事主疑難，留滯。孟行不行，先直後曲，多算則勝，少算則敗。幸己日根固，春占甚宜也。四課不備，又傳逢后合，必有陰私不明。辰來剋日，上門亂首，亦象邪慝犯上，倘逢冬夏仲月，虎入行年，則為飛魂魄化，尤見凶咎，占者慎之。

This is a lesson of involvement and harm, forming a curved and straight wooden structure. The matter indicates difficulties and delays; one wants to move forward but cannot, first straight then curved, with much planning leading to success and little planning leading to failure. Fortunately, the day of Ji is firmly established, making it very suitable for a spring divination. The four lessons are incomplete, and the three transmissions meet the Heavenly Empress and Liu He, indicating certain matters of hidden secrets. The Chen branch harms the day, with the upper gate causing confusion, symbolizing wicked people offending the superior. If it occurs in the middle months of spring or summer, with the White Tiger entering the year's branch, it becomes a flying soul transformation, leading to greater misfortune. The person divining should be cautious.

天時：多風或陰雨。家宅：春吉，主多樹木，秋不利，防有奸私不明之事。婚姻：不宜。胎產：胎神坐墓，防有損。功名：可望顯達，春占尤吉。求財：甚微，防因財生咎。疾病：主疫氣，夜占虎臨干鬼甚凶。失脫：難獲。出行：投人吉，遠行有阻。行人：即歸。爭訟：主為爭財，牽連難結。兵戰：夜占不吉。

Heavenly Conditions: There will be much wind, or it may turn into rain and clouds. Family Residence: In spring it is favorable, with lush trees around the house; in autumn it is unfavorable, and there may be hidden affairs or secret matters to be cautious about. Marriage: This marriage is not suitable. Pregnancy: The fetal god is sitting on the storage position, so there is a risk of harm to the fetus. Career: One may expect to rise in prominence, especially favorable in spring. Seeking Wealth: The gains will be very small, and one should also be cautious of troubles arising from this small amount of money. Illness: The illness is an epidemic disease; if divined at night, the white tiger is pressing on the day stem official ghost, which is particularly dangerous. Losses: The lost items are difficult to recover. Travel: Seeking help from others is favorable, but long-distance travel is obstructed. Traveler: The traveler will return soon. Disputes: These are mostly disputes over money, with unclear connections and difficulty in resolution. Warfare: Divined at night is unfavorable.

畢法云：后合占婚豈用媒，虎臨干鬼凶速速。袖中金云：飛魂喪魄，二者聚散去來之神。若於日辰行年上見者，更值白虎入傳，不見生氣，健者憂衰，病者憂死。訂訛云：己日根固，木得土為根也。若以日干官鬼論，大約君子吉，小人凶。

The "Bifa Fu" says: When the Heavenly Empress is combined with Liu He, it indicates marriage, so there is no need for a matchmaker; if the White Tiger is present on the day stem and official ghost, misfortune comes very quickly. The "Xiu Zhong Jin" says: Flying soul and lost soul are two deities that govern gathering and dispersing; if they appear on the day branch or the year pillar, and the White Tiger enters the transmission without the presence of life qi, a healthy person should worry about decline and illness, while a sick person should worry about death. The "Ding'E" says: On a Ji day, the foundation is strong because wood can take root with earth; but if judged by the day stem's official ghost, generally speaking, the virtuous are auspicious and the petty are inauspicious.

課體：重審　斬關。課義：生氣居中，子戌不容，身邊官鬼，於火有功。

The lesson pattern is a re-examination, with the ruler star added to the hour stem to form a cutting gate. The lesson meaning states: the巳 fire, which can nourish the day stem, is located in the middle transmission. It is previously buried by the戌 earth and later restrained by the子 water, so it cannot be contained at either end. However, the寅 wood official ghost nearby is able to break through the戌 burial and consume the子 energy, thus benefiting the巳 fire.

解曰：巳火能生己土，今在中傳，為初傳之戌所墓，又為末傳之子所克，是前後皆不相容也。寅雖日鬼，今臨身上，反能克開戌墓，耗脫子氣，使巳得安然，致生日之功，是巳之有功於己，非以寅之有功於巳耶。

The fire of Si can generate the earth of Ji. Now it is in the middle transmission, being buried by the earth of Xu in the first transmission and being overcome by the water of Zi in the final transmission, thus not being able to harmonize with either side. Although Yin is the official ghost of the day stem, it is now on the body, and can instead overcome the burial of Xu's earth and consume the energy of Zi's water, allowing the fire of Si to function safely in generating the day stem. Therefore, it is the fire of Si that benefits the earth of Ji, not the wood of Yin benefiting the fire of Si.

斷曰：此重審之卦，事多不由己願。中見更改，遍歷艱辛，方可遂意。又斗魁加辰發用，格合斬關，利於避難奔逃，非安居之象。寅為日鬼，又為日德而生福神，可善可惡，介乎兩端。處正則獲福，妄動則招損。朱雀並臨宅上發用，恐招文書口舌。幸入墓無沖，可以安處。若仕人卻喜沖動也。

This is a review lesson, indicating that the matter is mostly not in accordance with one's own wishes. There will be changes along the way, requiring much hardship before things can be satisfactory. With the Big Dipper's戌 earth added to the辰 position as the initiating transmission, the structure conforms to the cutting gate, which is favorable for avoiding difficulties and fleeing, not suitable for staying put.寅 is the official ghost of the day stem, yet also the day virtue capable of generating the god of fortune, thus it can be both good and bad, lying between the two extremes; proper conduct brings good fortune, while reckless actions lead to loss. The Vermilion Bird is conjointly present on the dwelling place and initiates the transmission, likely causing troubles related to documents and words. Fortunately, it is in the墓 without being冲, allowing for a peaceful stay; however, for those in official positions, they might actually prefer some impulsiveness.

天時：久不見日，亦有風雨。家宅：主人口不和，兼防火燭。婚姻：先難後喜。胎產：胎神臨絕，子妻沖剋，婢孕防損。功名：有成。求財：有得，交易亦成。疾病：主上逆嘔吐，手足不舉，大象無妨。失脫：宜尋戌月，擒盜必獲。出行：利避患。行人：申日來。爭訟：主經三四處官司。兵戰：申嚴號令，無有不克。

Heavenly circumstances: The sun has not been seen for a long time, with also rain and wind. Family residence: Indicates family discord, and also needs to be cautious about fire and candles. Marriage: Initially difficult but eventually joyful. Pregnancy: The fetal deity is in a dead place, the child and wife also clash and control each other, and the servant woman's pregnancy should be cautious of injury. Achieving fame and status: Can be accomplished. Seeking wealth: There will be gains, and trade can also be completed. Illness: Indicates qi reversal and vomiting, inability to lift hands and feet, but overall there is no serious harm. Loss and theft: It is suitable to search in the戌 month, and capturing thieves will certainly succeed. Traveling: Favorable for avoiding danger. Travelers: Will return on the day of Shen. Disputes: Mainly involve going through three or four courts. Military conflict: Strict orders, victorious in all campaigns.

畢法云：巳坐戌，旦乘白虎作墓，主父母墓中生白蟻，如在堂主病災。神將論云：朱雀南方，文書可防，辰戌投網，乖錯遺亡。百鍊金云：重審利主後舉亨，用起朱雀士卒驚；朱空太陰日辰土，彼此欺詐機最深。

The "Bifa Fu" says: When the Snake (巳) is seated on the Dog (戌), in the morning it rides the White Tiger and also acts as the tomb god, indicating white ants emerging from the parents' graves; if the parents are still alive, it signifies illness and misfortune. The "Shen Jiang Lun" says: The Vermilion Bird belongs to the South, and matters concerning documents and correspondence should be guarded against; Chen and Xu form the heavenly net and earthly trap, easily leading to mistakes and losses. The "Bailian Jin" says: In a lesson of repeated review, it is favorable for the main party to act later and achieve success; if the useful god arises from the Vermilion Bird, soldiers will be disturbed; when the Vermilion Bird, Tian Kong, Tai Yin, and the day branch's earth all appear together, there will be mutual deception, and the schemes will be the deepest.

課體：反吟，無依，三交，九丑。課義：俱鬼俱空，見凶不凶，夜憂酉鬼，火怪虛逢。

The lesson pattern is "Reverse Chant" (Heaven Plate and Earth Plate are in opposition). The three transmissions have no support and are called "no reliance," all forming three intersections at the four central points. On the day of Ji Mao, it also combines with the nine shamefu. The lesson meaning says: both the卯 and酉 officials are in Kongwang, appearing ominous but actually not dangerous; when divining at night, one only worries about the fire official on酉, but since it is already in Kongwang, the fire ghost is just a false alarm.

解曰：卯乃干鬼，酉乃支鬼，今酉值旬空，而卯復坐空。雖俱可畏，而卻俱消散。乍見為凶，實不成凶也。酉夜乘螣蛇臨宅克宅，夏占更為火鬼，宜防火災。然既落空亡，不過為火怪虛驚而已，曷足畏哉。

Mao is the official ghost of the day stem, You is the official ghost of the day branch; now You is exactly in the旬空, and Mao is also sitting in the empty place. Although both are formidable, they both dissipate on their own. At first glance it seems ominous, but in reality it does not become ominous. You, during the night, is accompanied by Teng Snake and affects the dwelling, and in summer it becomes a fire ghost, which should prompt concern about fire; but since it has fallen into the empty place, it is just a phantom fire alarm, nothing to fear.

斷曰：此反吟無依之卦，卯酉相加發用，主事不和。親情反覆，近者必遠，合者應分。又格合三交，課名九丑。前不能進，後無所依，萬物紐結，凡謀不利。元合蛇虎入傳，主有盜賊陰私，驚疑病訟。反幸三傳俱空，虛聲無實。

This is a reverse chant without support. The trigram of卯 and酉 are combined to initiate the transmission, indicating disputes in matters. Family relationships are reversed, those who are close will become distant, and those who are gathered should be separated. Furthermore, the structure coincides with three intersections, and the lesson name is nine shame. There is no progress ahead and no support behind, with all things entangled. Any plan will be unfavorable. The Black Tortoise, Liu He, and Teng Snake, along with the White Tiger, are all present in the transmission, indicating theft, secret affairs, suspicion, illness, and lawsuits. Fortunately, all three transmissions fall into emptiness, merely making noise without actual events.

天時：忽陰忽晴，晝占密雲不雨，夜占閃電大風。家宅：主門戶動搖，更改修換。婚姻：不成。胎產：不實。功名：得而復失。求財：虛費奔波。投謁：反覆不遇。

Heavenly Conditions: The weather is unpredictable, with clouds filling the sky during the day but no rain falling, and lightning and strong winds at night. Family Home: The door is unstable and shaking, requiring renovation and replacement. Marriage: This marriage will not succeed. Pregnancy: The fetus is weak and not solid. Achieving Success: After obtaining it, it will be lost again. Seeking Wealth: Wasting time and effort with no results. Seeking an Audience: Running back and forth several times but not seeing anyone.

疾病：暴病驚憂，久病不吉。失脫：耗失無存，逃者難獲。出行：孟行頻止，卒不果行。行人：未動身。爭訟：始見驚疑，終歸解散，囚繫者，即得釋。兵戰：交鋒不成，虛聲相恐，防失眾。

Disease: Sudden illness indicates alarm and worry, while long-term illness is not auspicious. Loss: Loss and damage, nothing remains, and those who have run away are difficult to recover. Travel: Wanting to go but repeatedly stopping, ultimately not going. Travelers: Have not yet set out. Disputes: At first there is only suspicion and hesitation, but eventually it resolves and dissipates, and those imprisoned are immediately released. Military conflict: Fighting does not actually occur, it is just empty threats, beware of losing the people's support.

畢法云：后合占婚豈用媒，來去俱空豈動移。課經云：酉夜乘蛇克宅，夏占主遭天火，宜以井底泥塗灶禳之。指竅云：卯酉為分，氣分則異，異則爭，定主分爭之事。卯為外門，主生氣。酉為內門，主殺氣。

The *Bifa Fu* says: When the Heavenly Empress is combined with Liu He, it indicates marriage, and there is no need for a matchmaker; if the movement is empty, then there is no point in talking about moving or relocating. The *Ke Jing* says: When You is present at night and combined with Teng Snake to attack the dwelling, if this is predicted in summer, it indicates a calamity caused by Heavenly Fire; it is advisable to take mud from the bottom of a well and apply it to the stove to appease the situation. The *Zhi Qiao* says: The positions of Mao and You are positions of division; once the Qi is divided, they become different, and once they are different, they will conflict, which inevitably leads to disputes; Mao is the outer gate, which governs Life Qi, while You is the inner gate, which governs killing Qi.

課體：知一，鑄印，乘軒，勵德。課義：身宅俱貴，夜費晝惠，末來助初，卯鬼無畏。

The lesson pattern is to know one, with巳 approaching戌, indicating the casting of a seal,卯 is riding the Azure Dragon, named "riding the carriage," and the nobleman is established at卯 and酉, named "cultivating virtue." The lesson meaning says: the day stem and day branch both have the nobleman; at night, the nobleman in the branch becomes a drain, but during the day, the nobleman in the body is beneficial; the final transmission,卯 wood, comes to generate and assist the initial transmission,巳 fire, so even though卯 is an official ghost, it is not to be feared.

解曰：晝貴臨身，夜貴臨宅，是身宅俱貴也。然夜貴在支，為鬼有損於家，不如晝貴之日財，於身有實惠耳。初傳巳火生干，末傳卯木助之，卯雖日鬼，助生克墓，殊為有益，何足畏哉。

In the daytime, the nobleman is on the day stem, and at night, the nobleman is on the day branch. Therefore, both the body and the dwelling have the nobleman. However, when the nobleman falls on the day branch at night, it becomes an official ghost, which harms the dwelling. This is worse than the nobleman in the daytime turning into wealth for the day stem, which benefits oneself. The first transmission is巳 fire, which generates and supports the day stem, and the final transmission is卯 wood, which again supports巳 fire. Although卯 is the official ghost of the day stem, it can assist in generating and supporting, and also overcome the墓, thus being beneficial rather than harmful. What is there to fear?

斷曰：此知一之卦，事起同類，恩中有害，貴於和衷安分，方獲吉慶。傳見鑄印乘軒，仕宦得之，官祿通顯，常人反為災咎，且主每事遲鈍。傳墓入墓，夜貴克宅，晝貴與己課作六害。凡占必尊卑相軋，邪正同處，以致人口災患。

This is a lesson of the type "Zhi Yi," where the matter is initiated by people of the same kind. Among kindness there is also harm. It is important to act in harmony and to remain within one's proper role in order to gain good fortune. The three transmissions show casting the seal and riding the carriage, which brings official rank and promotion to those in government positions; however, common people who receive these signs may instead face misfortune and find themselves slow in all affairs. The three transmissions move from the grave to the grave, with the night nobleman overcoming the dwelling, and the day nobleman forming the sixth harm with the day's heavenly stem. Any divination will indicate mutual strife between superiors and inferiors, the coexistence of righteousness and wickedness within the same household, leading to calamity for the family.

天時：晴多雨少，時有風。家宅：不利，主家庭神位不肅。婚姻：相宜，恐不成。胎產：安。功名：朱雀克貴，占試不宜，佔有印官員吉。求財：守己財，有生發。疾病：晝占父母沉重，夜占凡病見凶。失脫：勿追，恐反有傷損。出行：宜上任。行人：歸。爭訟：不利，求貴宜和。兵戰：晝占不畏，夜防失物。

Heavenly Condition: There are many sunny days and few rainy days, with frequent winds. Home: It is not favorable for the house, indicating that the shrine in the home is not properly maintained. Marriage: The families are originally compatible, but there is a fear that it will not come to fruition. Pregnancy and Childbirth: Both mother and child are safe. Official Rank: The Vermilion Bird overcomes the Nobleman, indicating that it is not favorable for taking exams; however, it is favorable for officials who hold an official seal. Seeking Wealth: Keep the existing wealth, and it can generate more. Disease: If divined during the day, it indicates the parents' illness is severe; if divined at night, all diseases are ominous. Loss: Do not go to search for it, as searching may lead to injury. Travel: It is favorable to take office in a higher position. Traveler: The person will return. Litigation: Litigation is unfavorable; seeking help from the Nobleman is not as good as reconciliation. Warfare: If divined during the day, there is no need to fear; if divined at night, there is a need to guard against loss of supplies.

畢法云：末助初傳三等論。古鑑：酉命生人，午將加丑占前程，曰：子加未為鼠，忌羊頭。戌加巳為蛇，驚犬吠。妻制父母，身克子息，宅貴空亡，神像不整。鑄印而元武破範，白虎損模。乘軒而虎金傷卯，謂之墮軒。心術不正，好談人短，功名必無成。又占雪曰：申為水母，正在當權。火伏水騰，申子會水，加臨日辰；又三傳順布，末傳卯作白虎，夜半作雪　當有七寸，果然。

The "Bifa Fu" says: When the final transmission supports the first transmission, it should be divided into three categories for analysis. The "Gujian" records: A person born in the year of酉, who used the hour of午 with the place of丑 to inquire about his future, was interpreted as follows: Zi added to Wei is a mouse avoiding a sheep's head, and Xu added to Si is a snake fearing a dog's bark; the wife's spirit restrains the parents, and the self also harms the children; the nobleman on the house is in an empty position, and the image of the god is broken and incomplete. The casting of the seal is broken by the Black Tortoise, and the White Tiger damages the mold; the carriage is harmed by the White Tiger's metal on the卯 wood, which is called falling from the carriage. This person has improper intentions, likes to speak ill of others, and will certainly not achieve success in official rank. He also inquired about snow, and it was interpreted: Shen is the mother of water, which is in a position of authority; fire is subdued and water rises, Shen and Zi form a water pattern, which is added to the day branch; the three transmissions are arranged in order, and the final transmission of卯 wood turns into the White Tiger, which will cause snow to fall in the middle of the night, with a depth of seven inches. Later, it indeed happened as predicted.

課體：涉害，比用，曲直，亂首，不備。課義：災禍難遏，夜虎居末，自招其咎，何由免脫。

The lesson pattern is involved in harm. Take the stem that harmonizes with the day stem and use it as the initiating transmission, named "like use." The three transmissions,亥, 卯, 未, form a wood trinity of straight and flexible wood. The day branch is in a position that overcomes the day stem, named "disorder at the beginning." The four lessons are insufficient, named "incomplete." The lesson meaning says: calamity arises all at once and is hard to stop. Night divination shows the white tiger in the final transmission on the卯 ghost; this is a calamity brought about by oneself, where can one escape from it?

解曰：亥財臨於日上，不為我用，反與未卯合而為鬼。災禍之生，難以止遏也。夜占白虎乘末傳卯鬼，為害滋甚。良由已去加支，自取亂首，非關他人之過，其咎何由脫免也哉。涉害亥歷戌土一重，未歷卯乙二重，又未在仲，亥在季，故應用未。

The water of the亥 branch is originally the wealth for the day stem, but since it approaches the day stem from above, it is not used by me. Instead, it combines with the未 and卯 branches to form official ghosts, and once disaster arises, it is difficult to stop. In a night divination, the White Tiger is riding on the final transmission's卯 wood official ghost, making the harm even worse. This is entirely because the day stem itself went to approach the day branch, causing its own disorder, and it is not someone else's fault. How can the blame be shifted? Considering the involvement of harm, the亥 branch passes through the戌 earth, which is one instance of being overcome, while the未 branch passes through both卯 wood and乙 wood, which are two instances of being overcome. Moreover, the未 branch is in the middle of the four quarters, while the亥 branch is in the fourth season, so it is appropriate to take the未 branch as the initiating transmission.

斷曰：此涉害之卦，局成曲直。始難終易，事貴和同。四課不備，三傳循環，遇屯宜止。又日往加辰被克，乃不自尊重，致取其辱。財近身而傳化鬼，亦防貪財致悔。

This is a lesson of involvement, with the three transmissions forming a curved and straight wood pattern. At first it is difficult, but in the end it becomes easy, and matters are important to be harmonious. The four lessons are incomplete, and the three transmissions cycle without leaving the four lessons; when encountering difficulties, one should stop. Moreover, the day stem approaches and governs the day branch but is overcome by it, indicating a lack of respect, leading to disgrace. The wealth爻 is close to oneself and in the transmission turns into official ghost, so one should beware of regret caused by greed for wealth.

天時：多風少雨。家宅：主上下不和，宜謹慎門戶。婚姻：不宜，防夫受制。胎產：胎神坐長生，宜胎不宜產。功名：吉利，宜納粟求官，改易姓名。求財：防因財致禍。

Heavenly circumstances: There is much wind but little rain. Family home: The household is not in harmony, so be careful to secure the doors. Marriage: This marriage is not suitable, and also beware that the husband will be controlled by others. Pregnancy and childbirth: The Fetal Spirit is in the position of growth, so it is suitable to ask about pregnancy but not suitable to ask about childbirth. Official position: It is auspicious, suitable for seeking official position by donating grain or changing one's name to pursue advancement. Seeking wealth: Be careful that this money may bring misfortune.

疾病：天后受克臨死鄉，不利占女病。失脫：盜神生鬼，或致成訟。出行：求官吉，宜春月。行人：即至。爭訟：主為妻財，或奸私不明之事，防枷扭。兵戰：晝占大勝，夜占無威，軍中不寧。

Disease: The Heavenly Empress is being overcome and falls into the death palace, which is most unfavorable for a woman's illness. Loss and theft: The thief god turns to support the official ghost, which may lead to a dispute. Travel: It is auspicious to travel in pursuit of official positions, and it is best to choose a month in spring. Traveler: The person is about to arrive. Dispute: It is mostly about wife and money, or unclear matters of infidelity, and there is also a risk of being imprisoned. Military conflict: If divined during the day, there will be a great victory; if divined at night, there will be no power and the army will be in disorder.

畢法云：后合占婚豈用媒，二貴皆空虛喜期。課經云：干支自作三合，三傳不出四課，名迴環格。占凶凶成，占吉吉就。心鏡云：亂首下欺上，若更將得卯酉，神得后合，主男女訛雜。再值魁罡勾空，至有不可名言之事。

The "Bifa Fu" says: When the Heavenly Empress and the Liu He are both involved in marriage divination, there is no need for a matchmaker; if both Noblemen fall into Kongwang, it indicates a false wedding date. The "Ke Jing" says: If the Day Stem and Day Branch form a Triple Harmony on their own, and the Three Transmissions do not fall outside the Four Lessons, this is called the Huihuan Pattern; if it is an ominous situation, ominous events will occur; if it is a favorable situation, favorable events will come to pass. The "Xin Jing" says: When there is disorder at the beginning, it indicates a lower person oppressing a higher one; if it also meets the卯 and酉, and the Heavenly General is joined by the Heavenly Empress and Liu He, it indicates mixed and chaotic affairs between men and women; if it also meets Hekui, Tiangang, Gou Chen, and Kongwang, there will be matters that are hard to explain.

課體：重審，三交，驀越。課義：交車頗美，脫空初值，元卯末逢，穿窬防備。

The lesson pattern is a re-examination, with all three transmissions falling under the four central names and the three intersections. The initiating transmission is out of order and is called a sudden leap. The lesson meaning says: the day stem and day branch cross each other above and below and form a harmonious combination, which is originally quite favorable; unfortunately, the first transmission falls into an empty position and also drains the day's energy, while the final transmission has卯wood taking the Black Tortoise and transforming into a ghost, so one must be cautious of thieves who dig through walls and holes.

解曰：卯與戌合，午與未合，干支上下，交車相合，大為美事。但初傳之酉，既落旬空，又脫日氣，值此只宜解釋憂疑耳。凡所謀為，皆不利也。太沖類為賊人，狡猾不正。又乘元武，居末傳作鬼，當提防穿窬之輩。

The卯 and 戌 are considered to form a harmonious combination, and the午 and 未 also form a harmonious combination. When the day stem and day branch interact in a crosswise manner, it is a very auspicious situation. However, the酉 metal in the first transmission has fallen into the旬空 and is also draining the energy of the day stem. In such a case, it is only suitable for interpreting matters of worry and doubt; any plans or actions will be unfavorable. The Taichong (Mao), which represents卯 wood, symbolizes thieves who are cunning and improper. Since it is riding on the Black Tortoise, it occupies the final transmission and transforms into an official ghost, one should be cautious of people who might sneak through walls or tunnels.

斷曰：此重審之卦，孤辰發用，占骨肉至親不利，占身主見孤獨，別離鄉井，自立門戶。惟恐宜於僧道九流，及解仇釋怨，消憂散禍。又格合三交，利隱匿避災。占者當固窮守分，大辨若訥，大巧若拙，方能免咎。

This is a review lesson, with Guchen initiating the transmission. It indicates unfavorable outcomes concerning close family matters. When applied to oneself, it suggests loneliness, leaving home, and establishing a new household. It is most suitable for monks, Taoist priests, and practitioners of esoteric arts, as well as for resolving conflicts, dispelling worries, and eliminating misfortunes. The structure aligns with Sanjiao, which is favorable for concealment and avoiding calamities. The person seeking the divination should be content with poverty, remain within their proper role, speak little despite great knowledge, and appear unskilled despite great skill, in order to avoid misfortune.

天時：重陰無雨。家宅：虛耗不足，子加酉乘貴人，主尊長有災，或是婦女奸私口舌。婚姻：不宜亦不成。胎產：占胎不實，占產即生。功名：主改任。求財：耗散。

Heavenly conditions: heavy clouds press down but no rain falls. Family affairs: household expenses are excessive and income is insufficient; with the child's branch on You and the presence of a nobleman, it indicates that elders may suffer misfortune, or there may be scandals or disputes involving women. Marriage: this marriage is unsuitable and cannot be arranged. Pregnancy: if asking about pregnancy, the fetus is not strong; if asking about childbirth, the delivery will occur at the right time. Career: indicates a change of position. Seeking wealth: money is only spent and cannot be gathered.

投謁：一片虛情，全無實際。疾病：新病即愈，久病凶。失脫，不獲。出行：防損失。行人：望久不至，後忽然至。爭訟：難中生易，宜解怨釋結。兵戰：軍政更張，防失眾心。

Meeting someone: The other person speaks only empty words, with no real meaning. Illness: A newly acquired illness will recover quickly, but a long-term illness is dangerous. Loss: The lost item cannot be found. Travel: Be cautious of loss on the way. A traveler: After waiting for a long time without seeing anyone, the person suddenly arrives at home. Dispute: In difficult situations, things become easy; it is suitable to resolve grievances and remove heartache. Military conflict: Orders in the army are frequently changed, be cautious of losing the support of the people.

畢法云：權攝不正祿臨支，交車相合交關利。課經云：交車六合，傳見三交，凡交關用事，必有奸私，或相交涉二三事。指竅云：人只知旬空為十干不到處，不知惟虛能起化，此正天之中也，故曰天中煞。

The "Bi Fa Fu" says: When someone acts on behalf of another but the official position is not properly established, it indicates that the official star is located in the day branch; when the trine and the Liu He meet, it is favorable for matters related to trade and persuasion. The "Ke Jing" says: When the trine and the Liu He meet, and the three transmissions also show three trines, any matters involving negotiation and persuasion will certainly involve secret dealings, or be connected with two or three matters at the same time. The "Zhi Qiao" says: People only know that the ten heavenly stems are not present in the ten-day cycle, but they do not realize that only emptiness can bring about change, which is exactly the center of heaven, hence called the Tianzhong Sha.

課體：遙克，彈射，間傳，純陰，溟濛。課義：弓在彈亡，夜失須防，六陰全備，兩貴渺茫。

The lesson pattern is "remote control" (when there is no direct control among the four lessons, the remote controlling element is used as the initiating transmission). The day stem controls the remote god, named "shooting the arrow," and the three transmissions are in between, named "intermediate transmissions." When all six yin branches (丑, 卯, 巳, 未, 酉, 亥) are present, it is called "pure yin," and when things are dark and unclear, it is called "mengmeng." The lesson meaning says: although the bow is in hand, the arrow has already been lost; in a night divination, the wealth riding the Black Tortoise is lost, and one should beware of losing it; with all six yin branches complete, the two noblemen of day and night are distant and unreliable.

解曰：日克遙神，是名彈射。然日上酉既空脫，初傳亥又坐空，豈非彈丸已失，虛張空弮乎。空財夜乘元武，須防遺失也。丑卯巳未酉亥六陰全備，不見一陽，昏昧太甚。晝貴子加戌。入獄受制，夜貴申加午，空亡被克，皆渺茫不足恃也。

The day stem remotely controls another god, which is called shooting an arrow. However, the酉 gold on the day stem is both empty and detached, and the initial transmission's亥 water is also sitting on an empty position. Is it not that the arrow has already been lost, leaving only an empty bow? Wealth that falls into emptiness is also taken by the Black Tortoise at night, so one must be cautious of loss. The six yin branches 丑, 卯, 巳, 未, 酉, 亥 are all present, but there is no yang branch at all, indicating a very confused situation. The day nobleman, 子 water, is placed on 戌 and is in prison and controlled; the night nobleman, 申 gold, is placed on 午 and falls into emptiness and is controlled; both are uncertain and unreliable.

斷曰：此遙克彈射之卦，日之陰陽自相戰，多主外事。虛聲相射，不得實用，耗費百出，凡事難成。若遇非常驚恐，卻反消散，不足為患。吉不成吉，凶不成凶也。課傳純陰，陰極者陽自生，知機靜守，待時而動，斯為得之。

This is a lesson of distant overcoming and shooting, where the yin and yang spirits of the day stem contend with each other, often indicating matters outside the immediate context. There is mutual shooting without concrete results, leading to endless expenditures and difficulties in achieving anything. If an extraordinary fear occurs, it may dissipate on its own, causing no real harm. Good outcomes cannot be realized, and bad ones cannot fully materialize. If all four lessons and three transmissions consist solely of yin branches, when yin reaches its extreme, yang will naturally arise. Recognizing the right moment and remaining calm and self-restrained, waiting for the appropriate time to act, is the correct approach.

天時：占雨還晴，占晴久陰。家宅：幽暗不明，防陰私走失。婚姻：不成，成亦不利。胎產：有虛驚，卻易產。功名：不利，位高者危。求財：虛耗不足。投謁：干貴無益。疾病：日馬乘喪車臨病，占病大凶。失脫：不獲。出行：仲秋吉，餘不宜。行人：必至。爭訟：易為解散，有前程者不利。出兵：防詐變，不吉。

Heavenly Time: Divination for rain results in clearing skies, and divination for clear skies results in prolonged darkness. Family Home: Dark and unclear, beware of secret affairs and loss. Marriage: Not successful, even if forced, it is not beneficial. Pregnancy and Childbirth: There will be alarm, but childbirth will be easy. Official Rank: Unfavorable, the higher the position, the greater the danger. Seeking Wealth: Loss without gain. Seeking Favor: Requesting the nobleman brings no benefit. Disease: The day stem's post-horse arrives at the disease position on a funeral carriage, indicating a serious illness. Loss and Theft: Not recoverable. Travel: Favorable in mid-autumn August, unfavorable otherwise. Travelers: Will definitely arrive. Disputes: Easy to resolve, but disadvantageous for those with official rank and prospects. Military Campaign: Beware of deceit and change, unfavorable.

畢法云：六陰相繼盡昏迷，兩貴受克難干貴，人宅受脫俱招盜。課經云：溟濛之格，利陰謀私干，不利於公。兼天將蛇元后合，干支皆乘盜氣，用神坐空，費力不可言也，，指掌賦云：從魁若乘武合，妻必懷娠；太乙若逢白虎，家多疾病；財遇天中煞，產業傾頹。

The "Bifa Fu" says: When six yin branches follow one after another, there is a state of confusion and darkness; when two noblemen are weakened, it is difficult to approach the nobleman; when both the person and the dwelling are drained, thieves will be attracted. The "Ke Jing" says: The form of ming meng is favorable for secret private affairs, but unfavorable for official matters; further, when the heavenly general is accompanied by the teng snake, taiyi, heavenly empress, and liu he, and the day stem and day branch are both accompanied by the aura of theft, and the useful god is seated on kongwang, the effort required is hard to describe. The "Zhi Zhang Fu" says: When congkui in you is accompanied by yuanwu and liu he, the wife and husband will certainly become pregnant; when taiyi in si meets baohu, there will be many diseases in the family; when the wealth element meets the heavenly middle evil, the property and assets will decline.

課體：重審，進茹，斬關。課義：虛貴干遇，宅乘日墓，拱三欠一，惟祿難顧。

The lesson pattern is called Reexamining. The three transmissions follow in sequence and are named Jìn Rú. The star of the battle field is placed on the hour stem to initiate the transmission, named Zhǎn Guān. The meaning of the lesson says: the nobleman appears at the day stem but is exactly in the empty period of the ten-day cycle, as if he had not appeared at all; the stem of the house is riding on the Tomb Spirit (mound spirit) of the day stem; the stem of the dry branch and the branch of the wet branch between them form an arch with Si and Wu, missing only the character Wei; the day's禄 (favorable stem) Wu is virtually arching in front, but ultimately cannot be attended to.

解曰：申乘夜貴臨干，恰是旬空，遇而不遇也。辰為干墓臨宅，宅必昏迷也。干上申，支上辰，內拱巳午，欠一未字。午為日祿，進不得未，虛拱於前，則祿不足顧矣。三傳自墓傳生，為先迷後醒之象。

Heavenly Stem Shen Metal is riding on the night and the Nobleman is present on the Day Stem, but it coincides with the empty period of the ten-day cycle, so it is as if it has not occurred. Chen is the tomb of the Day Stem and is present on the dwelling, so the family dwelling must certainly be confused and unclear. The Day Stem is Shen and the Day Branch is Chen, with Si and Wu in between, but the character Wei is missing; Wu is the禄 of Ji day, but it cannot proceed further to Wei, so the禄 is wasted and remains empty. The three transmissions go from the tomb to the Growth, indicating an image of first confusion and then clarity.

斷曰：此重審卦，順進連茹，進中有退，節外生枝，遲則阻滯，急則順利也。墓神發用，常人安靜則吉，有官者須努力向前，庶可得祿。斗罡加辰發用，又勾陳並臨，猶人遇凶神，重土閉塞。天關難度，喜貴登天門，利於隱避，宜更新外出也。

This is a review lesson. The three transmissions proceed in order and are connected by a link, with advancement accompanied by retreat, and new branches growing outside the main stem. Slowness leads to obstruction, while speed leads to smoothness. The spirit of the tomb initiates the transmission; for an ordinary person, calmness brings good fortune. For someone already in an official position, one must strive forward to gain benefits. The star of the constellation is placed on the position of the hour, with Gou Chen accompanying it. It is like a person encountering evil spirits, with heavy earth blockages. The heavenly gate is difficult to pass, but fortunately, the nobleman is on the heavenly gate, which is favorable for concealment and evasion, and suitable for renewing old situations and undertaking affairs outside.

天時：日多云，夜多露。家宅：宅卑暗，防時有鬥毆之事。婚姻：可成。胎產：胎旺，防不足月。功名：努力可得，初見蹭蹬。求財：主有恩賜錢帛，或防弟兄爭奪為患。投謁：勤求有益。

Heavenly circumstances: The day is cloudy with much cloudiness, and the night is dewy with much moisture. Family residence: The dwelling is low and dark, and one should beware of frequent fights and quarrels. Marriage: It can be successful. Pregnancy: The fetal energy is strong, but one should beware of premature birth. Achieving fame and status: With effort, it can be obtained, but initially there will be difficulties. Seeking wealth: There is a fortune bestowed by others, or one should beware of disputes with siblings leading to trouble. Seeking favor and recommendation: If one applies diligently, it will be beneficial.

疾病：淹纏，不妨。失脫：主在道路，或繫奴僕遠遁。出行：雖有阻隔，憂疑亦吉。行人：可至。爭訟：主爭田鬥殺，防問罪。兵戰：利客不利主，進退疑貳，稍傷士卒，不為凶。

Disease: The illness persists for a long time, but there is no major harm. Loss: The lost item is mostly on the road, or the servant has run away far away. Travel: Although there are obstacles and worries, it is still auspicious. Traveler: The traveler will arrive. Dispute: It is mostly due to fighting over land, and there is a risk of being charged with a crime. Military conflict: It is favorable for the guest side but not for the host side, with hesitation in advancing or retreating, and a slight loss of soldiers, but it is not a凶 (evil) outcome.

畢法云：所謀多拙遭羅網，干墓並關人宅廢。占驗：寅將加丑占官職，曰：申作長生，貴人生己土，當有尊長提攜。又秋金司令，當作刑官。行年白虎乘丁，其勢必動。午為祿神臨馬，朱雀並之，臨巳為爐冶，當有爐冶執事。悉驗。

The "Bifa Fu" says: Most plans are clumsy and one is caught in a net; the day's decline and the separation of the gate are both present, indicating that both the person and the dwelling are in decline. The "Zhan Yan" records: With the寅 general added to the丑, a question about official position was divined, and it was interpreted as: the metal of the申 is in its long growth, the nobleman supports the earth, there will be support from a superior; also, the autumn metal is in command, so one should hold an official position related to law and punishment. The year's position has the white tiger riding the ten-day丁, indicating a certain change. The午 is the禄神 and is accompanied by the post-horse, and the vermilion bird is also on top of it, located at the巳 position which is the furnace and forge, indicating a position related to the furnace and forge. Later, all these predictions were fulfilled.

課體：伏吟，自任，元胎。課義：空祿宜舍，去乘財馬，官鬼長生，須分真假。

The lesson pattern is a hidden chant. On a yang day, the name of the god above the day stem is used as the initiating transmission. All three transmissions are within the four first months, and they are in the state of fetal origin. The lesson explanation says: the禄神 of the day stem falls into the empty position, which is not advisable to hold onto; one should abandon it and instead take the middle transmission, which is both the wealth god of the day stem and the post-horse of the day branch, making it suitable to use. The final transmission, which is巳, although it is in the state of growth, needs to be clearly distinguished whether it is a true growth or an official ghost.

解曰：申為日祿，既繫旬空，又乘晝虎，不宜守也。舍而之中傳，既為日財，又為辰馬，足可乘矣。末傳巳本長生，然夜乘朱雀，為克我之將，是長生而官鬼也。必晝乘勾陳，實有以生我者，方是長生。中有真假之分，可不辨乎。

Shen is the禄神 of Geng day stem, but since it falls in the empty term and rides the White Tiger during the day, it is not advisable to rely on it. Instead, we should shift to the Middle Transmission. The Middle Transmission is both the wealth of the day stem and the Post-horse of the day branch, making it suitable for use. The Final Transmission, which is the fire of Si, is originally the long life of Geng metal, but since it rides the Vermilion Bird at night, it becomes a general that overcomes me, thus turning the long life into an official ghost. It must ride the Gou Chen earth deity during the day to truly nourish me, only then can it be considered genuine long life. There is a distinction between true and false, so how can we ignore this difference?

斷曰：此伏吟自任之卦，三傳皆孟。利上不利下，利遠不利近。伏匿不動，觸則成咎。占者守正修德則亨。孤辰發用，多虛少實，改動為宜。虎旺金鄉，勾陳捧印，螣蛇生角，考試仕宦皆吉。

This is a case of hidden chant with the self as the subject, and all three transmissions fall in the first month. It is favorable for superiors but not for subordinates, favorable for distant matters but not for nearby ones. It is concealed and inactive, and any disturbance will lead to misfortune. If the person seeking divination maintains righteousness and cultivates virtue, success will follow. The isolated hour is the initiating transmission, indicating many illusions and few realities, so changing the original plan is advisable. The white tiger is strong in the metal region, the hook star holds the seal, the teng snake generates horns and transforms into a dragon, which is favorable for examinations and officialdom.

天時：有孟雨之狀，得風輒散。家宅：安靜，晝占防虛驚，夜占防婦女口舌。婚姻：不宜。胎產：占胎，日上神乘虎克胎神，防墮，占產即生。功名：申月巳將占者榮貴，餘不過虛喜。

Heavenly circumstances: It seems as if it is about to rain, but the wind blows it away. Family affairs: The house is quiet, but if divined during the day, there should be a false alarm; if divined at night, there should be disputes between women. Marriage: This marriage is not suitable. Pregnancy and childbirth: If asking about pregnancy, the day stem is occupied by White Tiger which harms the fetal god, so there should be a risk of miscarriage; if asking about childbirth, it should happen at the right time. Official rank: Those who divined in the month of Shen with the branch of Si will enjoy honor and prestige, while others will only have empty joy.

求財：所得細微。疾病：不妨，老人及小兒忌。失脫：難尋。出行：有阻。行人：近者即至，遠者回輪。爭訟：驚憂易解，患難易消。兵戰：有更變失眾之象。

Seeking wealth: the gains will be slight. Disease: no harm, but the elderly and children should be cautious. Loss: difficult to find. Travel: there will be obstacles on the way. Travelers: those nearby will arrive soon, while those far away will turn back. Disputes: worries and anxieties can be easily resolved, and difficulties can be dispelled. Military conflict: there is an image of change and alteration, and the people's hearts may be lost.

畢法云：賓主不投刑在上，后合占婚豈用媒。課經云：丑是旬丁，因父母之墓田而凶動。古鑑：丁巳生人，戊申年子將占武職曰：武職主兵，金旺為宜。今天地盤之申俱空，太常不上傳，武五位而祿虛，非吉占也。幸寅上青龍入廟，巳上朱雀為本命長生、官星學堂，改文必顯，果以己酉庚戌聯捷。

The "Bifa Fu" says: When the guest and host do not harmonize, it is because of the刑克 (punishment and suppression) in the upper position; the Heavenly Empress and Liu He together indicate marriage, so there is no need for a matchmaker. The "Ke Jing" says: Chou is the Ding god of this ten-day cycle, and it will cause misfortune due to the parents' tomb and field. The "Gu Jian" records: Those born in the year of Dingsi, when the Zi general is used in the year of Wushen to inquire about military positions, the judgment says: Military positions focus on military affairs, and they are suitable only when the metal energy is strong; if both the Heaven Plate and Earth Plate have the position of Shen falling into the empty, Tai Chang is not in the three transmissions, and the position of Wuqu is empty with the禄神 (favorable god of fortune) also empty, it is not a good omen. Fortunately, the Qilong (Azure Dragon) is in its temple at寅, and the Zhuque (Vermilion Bird) at巳 is the long life and official star of the native's birth, so changing to study literature will certainly lead to success. Later, he indeed passed the exams in the years of Jiyou and Gengxu consecutively.

課體：元首，退茹，聯芳。課義：始貪貨財，丁馬隨來，詳分晝夜，冬雀火災。

The lesson pattern is the main subject. The three transmissions are Mao-Yin-Chou in reverse order, connected as Retreat and Consumption, also known as "Linked Fragrance." The meaning of the lesson says: Initially, one is greedy for the wealth on Mao, then the ten-day Ding and the post-horse follow closely, and one should seize the opportunity to change. It is also necessary to distinguish between day and night: In the month of winter, if a daytime divination has the Vermilion Bird occupying Mao and approaching the dwelling, there is a risk of fire.

解曰：卯為日之財，臨宅發用，似乎可取，故人必貪之。然中傳寅為日馬，末傳丑為旬丁。方孟取財，而丁馬隨至，則宜相機而生變動。若株守初財，必無利也。卯乘朱雀臨宅克宅，冬月火鬼在卯，晝占主有火災也。

The trigram Mao is the wealth of the day stem Geng. It is located on the house and initiates the transmission, so people are naturally inclined to use it. However, the middle transmission's trigram Yin is the post-horse of the day stem, and the final transmission's trigram Chou is the spirit of the current ten-day period. When seeking wealth, the spirit of the ten-day period and the post-horse naturally follow. One should therefore be ready to change. If one clings stubbornly to the initial transmission's wealth, there will be no benefit. The wood of Mao is riding the Vermilion Bird and is attacking the house. In the month of winter, the fire ghost is located at the position of Mao. If this is divined during the day, it indicates a fire disaster.

斷曰：此元首之卦，占事多順，憂喜皆實。連茹逆傳，退中有進，和平安靜，自當化難為祥。用神與支作六害，又生鬼剋日。凡得利之地，須防暗侵常存，退步為佳。

This is a lesson concerning the sovereign, with many affairs proceeding smoothly, and both worries and joys materializing as expected. The connected trigrams are in reverse transmission, with retreat leading to advancement. As long as peace and quietness are maintained, difficulties can naturally be transformed into auspiciousness. The useful god and the day branch form the sixth harm, and an official ghost is generated to overcome the day stem. In all areas where benefits are gained, one should be cautious of potential hidden losses that may exist at all times, and it is advisable to yield a step back.

天時：風多雨少。家宅：防有口舌文書之事，或奴僕逃走，冬月防火災。婚姻：不利，或因妻而致訟。胎產：主有私娠，或涉口舌。功名：宜損財得官，或藉妻家之力。求財：有得，防致禍。

Heavenly circumstances: There will be much wind but little rain. Family affairs: Be careful of disputes over words and documents, or servants running away; in winter, especially be cautious of fires. Marriage: This marriage is unfavorable, and it may lead to legal troubles over the wife. Pregnancy: This indicates secret pregnancies, or disputes arising from this. Official position: It is suitable to spend money to obtain an official position, or to rely on the wife's family's influence. Seeking wealth: Wealth can be obtained, but be careful of trouble resulting from it.

疾病：主長上有災。失脫：難獲，主捕役受賄。出行：晝占為貴人差使。行人：在道。爭訟：為財起見，或至破家。兵戰：互有勝負。墳墓：末傳丑是旬丁，必因父母之墓田而凶動。

Disease: Indicates that the elder relatives will suffer misfortune. Loss: Difficult to recover, mainly because the officers responsible for capturing the person have accepted bribes. Travel: If the divination is done in the daytime, it indicates serving the nobleman. Messenger: The person is still on the way. Litigation: The dispute arises from money, and it may even lead to the ruin of the family. Military conflict: Both sides will have some victories and some defeats. Burial: The final transmission's Chou is the heavenly stem of the current ten-day period, and the凶动 (unfavorable movement) will definitely arise from the parents' burial land.

畢法云：金日逢丁凶禍動。課經云：冬占火鬼克宅，末傳又乘丁克日，必遭天火，宜以井底泥塗灶禳之。神應經云：丑是旬丁，旺相為田，囚死為墓。指掌賦云：逆傳連茹，卯寅丑聯芳悔吝，須知否極泰來。

The *Bi Fa Fu* says: When metal is encountered on a day with the upper jing (ding shen), calamity will arise. The *Ke Jing* says: In winter, if the fire ghost (huo gui) is found to be attacking the dwelling, and the final transmission (mo chuan) is also riding the ding shen to attack the day, one will certainly encounter heavenly fire, and it is advisable to take mud from the bottom of a well and smear it on the stove to ward off the evil. The *Shen Ying Jing* says: Chou is the ding shen of the current ten-day period; when it is prosperous and strong, it signifies land property, but when it is in captivity or death, it signifies a tomb. The *Zhi Zhang Fu* says: When the reverse transmission is connected in a chain, the卯 (mao), 寅 (yin), and 丑 (chou) are linked together and accompanied by regret and hardship, one must know that after extreme misfortune, good fortune will come.

課體：涉害，見機，間傳，顧祖。課義：彼此不和，寅來教唆，尊求卑下，莫被財魔。

The lesson pattern is "Involving Harm." The four first branches are equally affected by therestrain, and the initiating transmission is taken from the four middle branches, named "Seeing Opportunity." The three transmissions are spaced apart and called "Intermediate Transmission." The transmission from午 to辰 to寅 is called "Looking to Ancestors." The lesson meaning states: the day stem and day branch mutually suffer fromrestrain and are not harmonious; the寅 wealth assists the first transmission to克 the day, like a person inciting others; the transmission from stem to branch is from superior to inferior; the wealth in the final transmission should be regarded as a demon and should not be misled by it.

解曰：干被午克，支被寅克，彼此皆受剋制，不能和美。而寅為日財，乃助初剋日，有如教唆詞訟之人，若取此財，必生災悔矣。自干傳支，是謂以尊求卑，謙下乃宜也。末傳寅財來沖庚位，當視如魔怪，不可為其所惑。

The day stem is being overcome by the午 fire, and the day branch is being overcome by the寅 wood, so both are being restrained and cannot be harmonious. The寅 is the wealth for庚 day, yet it helps the first transmission to overcome the day stem, like a person instigating a lawsuit. If one takes this wealth, disaster and regret will surely follow. The transmission from the day stem to the day branch is called a superior seeking a inferior, which is suitable only when there is humility and retreat. The寅 wealth in the final transmission also冲 the position of庚 metal, which should be regarded as a demon, and should not be influenced by it.

斷曰：此見機之卦，事多阻滯，虛聲無實，吉不成吉，凶不成凶。改變動移，貴乎得中守正。又貴人立卯酉，大位者占之，必主升遷榮慶，常人則身宅不安也。

This is a divination lesson indicating the need to seize opportunity. Matters are often obstructed, with empty words but no real substance. Good outcomes cannot be achieved, and bad ones cannot be fully realized. Whenever there is change or movement, the key is to maintain the principle of uprightness and correctness. If the Nobleman is positioned at卯 or酉, and someone of high status draws this, it indicates promotion and honor. However, if an ordinary person draws it, both their body and their home will be unsettled.

天時：占晴未晴，占雨未雨，必待出旬。家宅：不安，宜謝土神，或有孕女借歇。婚姻：不宜。胎產：占胎安，占產不宜。功名：官祿空亡不利，惟五月晝占吉，可得科名。求財：防因財而致禍。

Heavenly conditions: Divination for clear weather shows that it will not clear up at once; divination for rain shows that it will not rain at once, and one must wait until after this week of the lunar calendar. Family affairs: The household is unstable, and one should offer a sacrifice to the earth god. Perhaps there is a pregnant woman staying temporarily. Marriage: This marriage is not suitable. Pregnancy: Divination for a safe pregnancy is favorable, but divination for childbirth is not suitable. Official rank: Official salary falls into kongwang, which is originally unfavorable. Only if divined during the day in the fifth month is it favorable, and one may obtain a name in the imperial examination. Seeking wealth: One should beware of troubles arising from this matter of money.

投謁：主賓客會集。疾病：月內見凶。失脫：宜尋，逃亡自歸。出行：不利。行人：即至。爭訟：主有教唆之人，或為吏曹，或為道士，或有鬍鬚人，或姓從木旁人，或屬虎人。兵戰：晝占大勝，夜占眾心不寧。

Meeting guests: indicates gatherings of visitors. Illness: there will be misfortune within this month. Loss: suitable for searching, those who have run away will return on their own. Travel: unfavorable. Travelers: will arrive soon. Disputes: there is a person who incites from the middle, this person may be an official, a Taoist priest, a man with a beard, someone whose surname contains the wood radical, or someone who belongs to the tiger. Warfare: if divined during the day, there will be a great victory; if divined at night, the people's hearts will be restless.

畢法云：干支全傷防兩損，我求彼事干傳支。精蘊云：末雖助初而坐空鄉，無力克干，為抱雞不斗之象。又午辰寅為顧祖格，蓋午為寅之子孫，寅乃午之長生，自午傳寅有復舊廬之象。凡謀皆吉，惟庚日占病凶也。

The "Bifa Fu" says: If both the day stem and day branch are harmed, one should beware of losses on both ends; for matters concerning seeking help from others, observe the transmission from the day stem to the day branch. The "Liu Ren Jing Yun" says: Although the final transmission supports the initial one, if it is located in the Kongwang position, it lacks the strength to restrain the day stem, like a mother hen that refuses to fight. It also says that the combination of午, 辰, and 寅 forms the Gu Zu pattern, because 午 is the son of 寅, and 寅 is the long life of 午. The transmission from 午 to 寅 indicates a return to the original place; all plans are auspicious, except when on a day with 庚, which is inauspicious for illness.

課體：元首，元胎。課義：夜巳鬼名，晝巳長生，亥分生克，能敗能成。

The lesson pattern is the sovereign, and the three transmissions all fall within the four initial phases of the cycle. The lesson meaning states: the same巳 fire, when divined at night with the Vermilion Bird, becomes the official ghost of the day stem; when divined during the day with Gou Chen, it becomes the growth phase. The final transmission's亥 water is crucial, as it may clash and control the巳 fire to save the day stem, or it may generate寅 and巳 in succession to assist the ghost, thus determining success or failure entirely through it.

解曰：巳也，晝占乘勾陳辰土，土能生金，則為長生矣。夜占乘朱雀午火，火能克金，則為日鬼矣。亥水居末，若徑沖剋巳火，則巳火不能傷干，而為救神。若作三傳遞生，則亥生寅，寅又生巳，反為助初而克干，是成敗皆在亥也。

The trigram Si (Snake) is discussed here. In daytime divination, if it is associated with Gou Chen (Earthly God) and the earth element, since earth generates metal, it indicates growth. In nighttime divination, if it is associated with Vermilion Bird and the fire element, since fire controls metal, it represents the official ghost of the day stem. The water in Hai (Boar) is in the final transmission. If it directly clashes with Si fire, the Si fire will not harm the day stem, making Hai the saving deity. However, if we consider the three transmissions in sequence, Hai generates Yin, and Yin generates Si, which actually helps the first transmission to control the day stem. Therefore, success or failure depends entirely on Hai.

斷曰：此元首之卦，三傳俱孟，亦名元胎。順利之中，多有隱伏。干支陰陽，俱帶刑煞，切不可妄動招悔。喜巳為長生，寅為驛馬，三傳遞生，官臨日上發用，又且勾陳捧印，螣蛇化龍。仕宦占之，更逢旺相，顯達何疑，常占不利。

This is a lesson of the sovereign, with all three transmissions in the first quarters, also called the original embryo. Smoothness is present, but there are hidden dangers. Both the yin and yang spirits of the day stem and day branch carry punishments. One must not act recklessly and invite regret. It is fortunate that the snake is in its place of growth and the tiger is the post-horse. The three transmissions mutually generate each other. The official star is on the day stem and initiates the transmission. There is also the image of Gou Chen supporting the seal and Teng Snake transforming into a dragon. Those who are officials and receive this divination, if they also meet the prosperous and strong condition, will certainly achieve success. However, for ordinary people, it is unfavorable.

天時：久旱得陰，出旬有雨；久雨得止，出旬大晴。家宅：宅吉人不旺，防有奴僕盜竊。婚姻：和合。胎產：胎神臨敗地，防損。功名：四七月占，大吉。求財：晝占不吉，夜占利。

Heavenly circumstances: After a long drought, the weather first turns cloudy, and rain falls only after the current ten-day period; after prolonged rain, the rain stops first, and then there is a clear spell after the current ten-day period. Family residence: The residence is auspicious, but the household population is not strong, so be cautious of servants stealing. Marriage: The two families are harmonious. Pregnancy and childbirth: The fetal god is in a declining position, so be careful of miscarriage. Achieving fame and status: Divination in April or July is very auspicious. Seeking wealth: Divination during the day is not auspicious, but divination at night is beneficial.

疾病：沉重纏綿。失脫：可獲，逃者自歸。出行：改期上官者吉。行人：在道，戌日至。爭訟：防有刑罪，和解則吉。兵戰：晝占防折傷士卒，夜占軍容不整。墳墓：元武臨墓，防水侵或賊損。

Disease: Heavy and lingering, difficult to recover from. Loss: Can be recovered, those who have run away will return on their own. Travel: It is auspicious for those who are to take office at a higher post to change their journey. A traveler: Still on the way, will arrive on the day of Xu. Disputes: Be cautious of legal punishment and responsibility, harmony will bring good fortune. Military conflict: If divined in the daytime, be careful of casualties; if divined at night, the military appearance will be disordered. Burial: The Black Tortoise is over the grave, be careful of water damage or theft.

畢法云：三傳遞生人薦舉。纂要云：夜占朱雀作日鬼，加干為雀鬼格。朝官防彈章，不利上書言事，臨年命可用。神將論云：勾陳在巳，金生火旺，故主遷拜。螣蛇在寅，旺則生角成龍，衰則失時，反為蜥蜴。

The Bi Fa Fu says: If the three transmissions mutually generate each other, it indicates that someone will recommend and introduce a person. The Zuan Yao says: When divining at night, if the Vermilion Bird is the official ghost of the day stem and is placed over the day stem, it forms the Què Guǐ pattern; an official in court should beware of impeachment petitions and it is not favorable for submitting memorials. However, if it is placed over the year or destiny, it can be used. The Shen Jiang Lun says: When Gou Chen is in Si, metal is generated and fire is strong, so it indicates promotion and appointment to an official position; when Teng Snake is in Yin, it is strong and transforms into a dragon, but when it is weak, it loses its season and becomes merely a lizard.

課體：重審，潤下，不備，斬關。課義：彼求於己，似乎不美，事到周全，致成迤邐。

The lesson pattern is a re-examination. The three transmissions form a water triad, creating the water pattern called "Runxia" (moistening and descending). The four lessons are incomplete, and the constellation魁 (Kui) added to the hour of Chen initiates the transmission called "Zhangguan" (cutting the gate). The lesson meaning says: the god above the day branch transmits to the god above the day stem, indicating that the other party is seeking me; Chen overcomes Zi, and Zi drains Geng, which seems unfavorable; but once the triple harmony is complete, it turns into a continuous, successive generation pattern.

解曰：自支上神傳至干上神，為彼求於己。辰既克子，子亦脫庚，似乎不美也。然及其周全合局之後，則末生中，中生初，初復受生干日干，致成迤邐遞生。傳課迴環，絕無間雜，謂之不美，不可得矣。

From the heavenly stem of the day to the heavenly stem of the day branch, the transmission is from the other side to me, indicating that the other party has a request. The hour of Chen overcomes the hour of Zi, and Zi drains the qi of the metal stem Geng. At first glance, this seems unfavorable. However, once the triple harmony is formed and everything is complete, the final transmission generates the middle transmission, the middle transmission generates the initial transmission, and the initial transmission then returns to nourish the day stem. This creates a continuous cycle of mutual generation, unending and flowing. The four lessons and three transmissions form a complete cycle, with no interference or mixture. To say it is not favorable would be impossible.

斷曰：此重審之卦，合潤下之局。占者當詳審而後行，流動而不息，以應其象。三傳不出四課，主謀望必成。親情和合，所謂三傳皆子孫，不求財而財自至也。凡三合成局，事主牽連，終見耗脫。中傳空陷，亦名折腰格也。

This is a lesson of re-examination, with the three transmissions forming a harmonious water pattern. The person consulting should carefully consider and deliberate before taking action, and act like water flowing continuously, in harmony with this image. The three transmissions do not go beyond the scope of the four lessons, indicating that whatever the person plans or hopes for will certainly succeed. Family relationships will be harmonious and pleasant, as the three transmissions are all related to the descendants' lines, so there is no need to seek wealth, and wealth will come naturally. However, whenever three elements combine to form a pattern, matters tend to involve continuous entanglements, and ultimately there will be some loss or dispersion. The middle transmission falls into an empty and weak position, which is called the "bent waist pattern."

天時：雨多，草木盛長。家宅：虛耗，主弟兄少，樹木多。婚姻：夜為子孫，占吉可用，主女家微賤。胎產：胎神臨墓，主產遲。功名：主有人推薦，卻見虛耗。求財：得不償費。

Heavenly circumstances: There is an excess of rain, causing the grass and trees to grow exceptionally lush. Family home: There is a waste of household expenses, indicating few brothers and many trees around the house. Marriage: At night, the divination shows the water trigram (Zi) as the grandson element, which is auspicious, so this marriage is suitable, but the bride's family is of low status. Pregnancy: The fetal god is located in the storage position, indicating a delayed childbirth. Achieving fame: Someone will recommend a person, but there will be some wasted effort. Seeking wealth: The gains will not compensate for the expenses.

投謁：和合而有不足。疾病：子蛇主婦人災哭，暴病即愈，申酉月占子孫病即愈。失脫：盜神臨空地，盜去可以復還。出行：有虛驚。行人：申戌日來。爭訟：和解。兵戰：晝占有驚，夜占大勝。

Meeting: Although both sides are compatible, there is still some deficiency. Disease: The water of the Zi branch is riding on the Teng Snake, indicating a disaster of weeping for women; sudden illness will recover immediately, and if the case is cast in the month of Shen or You, the illness of descendants will also recover immediately. Loss: The thief god is on an empty place, and the stolen things can still be recovered. Travel: There will be a false alarm on the way. Traveler: Will return home on the day of Shen or Xu. Dispute: The lawsuit can be settled. Military conflict: If cast for the day, there will be disturbance; if cast for the night, there will be a great victory.

畢法云：三傳遞生人舉薦，萬事喜忻三六合。課經云：未加亥為貴登天門，神藏煞沒。又支加干而生干，名自在格。訂訛云：水性就下，吉凶事皆下人當之。三傳喜順，元武並臨，定主盜脫。

The *Bi Fa Fu* says: If the three transmissions mutually generate each other, it indicates that someone will recommend the person; if all matters bring joy, it is due to the Triple Harmony and Liu He. The *Ke Jing* says: When the hour is亥 and the day is未, the Nobleman ascends to the heavenly gate, and the spirits are hidden and the malevolent forces disappear. It also says that when the day branch is added to the day stem and generates the day stem, it is called the Free and Easy Pattern. The *Ding E* says: Water tends to flow downward, so good or bad fortune is borne by the lower people. The three transmissions prefer to proceed in a smooth order; if the Black Tortoise is present together, it definitely indicates theft or leakage.

課體：涉害，絕嗣，驀越。課義：四課犯上，祭祀絕享，中丑遁丁，動之災障。

The "lesson pattern" of this divination has three types: "involved harm" refers to more than one instance of mutual control among the four lessons, requiring a comparison of the depth of harm each deity suffers, and selecting the one suffering the most as the first transmission. It is like crossing a river with many difficulties. "Discontinued lineage" refers to all four lessons being instances of lower deities controlling upper ones, resulting in a bleak and lifeless situation, which ancient people regarded as a sign of the discontinuation of ancestral worship. "Sudden occurrence" refers to events happening abruptly without any prior signs. The "lesson meaning" is a four-character rhyming phrase summarizing the fortune and misfortune of the divination. This one describes: all four lessons involve lower forces controlling upper ones, with the hierarchy reversed; the life qi has been cut off, and there is no one to carry on the worship and incense offerings; the middle transmission, the earth deity "Chou," follows the ten-day cycle to emerge as the heavenly stem "Ding," which is active; once it starts moving, a series of calamities and obstacles will follow one after another.

解曰：四下賊上，為絕嗣卦，故曰祭祀絕享。守其干上固有之財，猶之可也。若動而之傳，初逢午鬼，顯而易知。中傳之丑，雖曰生干，卻是干墓，又旬遁為丁，亦作日鬼。末傳空陷，德祿無氣，重重災障，何可當哉。

The four lessons are all occupied by lower spirits harming the upper spirits, which is exactly the lesson indicating no descendants. Therefore, the rhyme says that worship is cut off and there is no one to carry on the lineage. The day stem is Geng metal, with the卯 wood sitting on top of it. The卯 wood is the wealth star of Geng metal, so keeping this existing wealth is still manageable. However, once it moves into the three transmissions (first, middle, and final transmissions), the calamity becomes clear. The first transmission is午 fire, which overcomes Geng metal, clearly indicating an official ghost. The middle transmission is丑 earth, which although it can generate Geng metal, is actually the tomb and storage of Geng metal. Moreover, according to the ten-day cycle, the heavenly stem is丁, which is also a ghost that overcomes the day. The final transmission falls into the empty旬, with no strength in the day's virtue or day's fortune. The calamities pile up layer by layer, how can one bear them?

斷曰：此涉害之卦。課經訂訛謂四下犯上，被上奪祿，應名無祿。占主孤獨失業，小人無禮，橫災暗禍，事起驀然。利主不利客，宜後不宜先，靜而必動，守正則吉。

The interpretation states: This is a lesson of involvement in harm. The "Lesson Classic: Corrections and Clarifications" considers that all four lessons are cases of subordinates offending superiors, with the day's official salary being taken by the superior deity. It should properly be named "No Salary." This lesson often indicates being alone and without support, losing one's livelihood, and subordinates being disrespectful and rebellious, with sudden misfortunes and hidden calamities occurring unexpectedly. This situation is favorable for the main party but unfavorable for the opposing party; it is better to act later rather than to act first. Although the surface appears calm, there will eventually be movement. As long as one remains on the right path, good fortune can be turned around.

天時：風雷電閃，孟雨還止。家宅：午乘虎加亥，防火災；亥乘朱加辰，主小兒哭泣。婚姻：合而不合。胎產：亥日生，防損墮。功名：始利終鈍。求財：宜守己財，妄求反失。投謁：見喜，有相助之意。疾病：主血妄行，或寒熱，或癆瘵危篤。失脫：難尋，主婦女拐逃。出行：不利遠行。行人：亥日至，或當日至。爭訟：主橫逆之事，易結。兵戰：不利，防中變。

Heavenly signs indicate wind, thunder, and lightning, with rain expected but then stopping. For the household, the fire of the hour of Wu is combined with the White Tiger (one of the Twelve Heavenly Generals, governing weapons, illness, death and loss) on the hour of Hai, so beware of fire disasters. The water of the hour of Hai is combined with the Vermilion Bird (governing speech, documents, and fire and candles) on the hour of Chen, indicating crying from a young child in the family. Marriage seems to be able to succeed but ultimately fails. Pregnancy should be cautious on the day of Hai, as there is a risk of miscarriage. In matters of official rank, there is initial success but later stagnation. In seeking wealth, it is best to keep existing resources and avoid seeking more, as this may lead to loss. Seeking an audience with others brings good news, and the person involved has a helpful intention. In illness, there is a problem with blood not following its proper course, or alternating chills and fever, or a serious illness like consumption. Lost items are difficult to find, and they are likely taken away by a woman. Travel is not suitable for long distances. A traveler will arrive on the day of Hai or the same day. Disputes arise from rude and rebellious matters and are likely to be resolved quickly. In military affairs, there is an unfavorable situation, and there is a risk of unexpected changes in the middle of operations.

畢法云：金日逢丁凶禍動，胎財生氣妻懷孕，胎財死氣損胎推。訂訛云：此課神將凶，骨肉分離。神將吉，來意主分財異居。曾門云：此占利居家，不利為客，宜訓教子弟。指掌賦云：初生中，中生末，名遺失而事久陵夷。凡發用之氣要聚於干上，初生中末，則益我之氣薄矣。

The *Bifa Fu* says: When a day with庚 or 辛 metal meets the hidden 丁 spirit in the first ten days, misfortune will arise; if the fetal spirit and the wealth spirit are together and ride on life qi, it indicates the wife is pregnant; if the fetal and wealth spirits ride on death qi, it suggests the pregnancy is harmed. The *Ke Jing Ding E* says: If the heavenly general in this divination isvicious, it indicates separation among family members; if the heavenly general is吉善, then the intention of the questioner is likely about dividing the family property and establishing a new household. The *Zeng Men* says: This divination is suitable for staying at home and not going out to visit, and is appropriate for educating and supervising the younger generation. The *Zhi Zhang Fu* says: If the first transmission generates the middle transmission, and the middle transmission generates the final transmission, it is called "loss," indicating that matters will gradually decline over time. Generally, the qi of the initiating transmission should gather towards the day stem; if the qi flows from the first to the middle and then to the final transmission, it flows outward, and the benefit to oneself becomes weak.

課體：反吟，無依，元胎。課義：動意雖切，滿目空絕，夜逢五虎，驚不可說。

This lesson has three patterns: "Reverse Chant," where the Heaven Plate and Earth Plate differ by six positions and oppose each other, indicating that matters will be reversed and unstable; "No Support" (also called "No Kin"), which refers to the Day Stem and Day Branch having no support above or below in the Reverse Chant pattern; and "Original Embryo" (also written as "Xuan Tai"), meaning the beginning of an embryo, indicating that matters are in their initial stage and the outcome is yet to be determined. The four-character verse says: Although the desire to act is urgent, everything in sight is empty and barren; and when divined at night, it coincides with five White Tigers, causing a fear that is hard to describe.

解曰：遍地祿馬，往來沖激，動意可云切矣。然申乃旬空，寅臨絕地，雖孟動而不可得也。申本虎也，夜占白虎在寅。三傳及日上陰陽之神，共為五虎，逢此豈非至驚至危乎。幸其俱空，或虛驚多而實禍少耳。

The chart is full of禄神 and The Post-horse, constantly interacting and clashing, showing that the desire to move is indeed very strong. However, the metal in the position of申 is exactly in the「旬空」of this旬 (on a day of庚辰, which belongs to the甲戌旬, the空亡 is in申 and酉). The wood in寅 is also in a state of绝, so although there is a desire to move, it cannot be realized. 申 is originally the position of White Tiger, and when asking about the night, White Tiger falls on寅; adding the three transmissions and the阳神 and Yin Spirit on the day stem, there are five layers of White Tiger. Encountering this situation is extremely dangerous. Fortunately, all these divine positions fall into Kongwang, so it is mostly just a false alarm, and actual misfortunes are not many.

斷曰：此反吟無依之卦，三傳皆孟，四孟臨絕，為絕元胎之格。凡事無成，況中傳旬空，初末坐空，日上兩神元不空者，營營擾擾，真如捕風撈月。惟遇難逢凶，雖驚危之至，卻得消解，反為福也，宜靜以待動。

The interpretation states: This is a reverse chant lesson without support. All three transmissions are occupied by the four beginning spirits (寅, 申, 巳, 亥), and these four beginning spirits are all in the place of extinction, forming the pattern of "extinction origin and embryo." Thus, nothing can be accomplished. Moreover, the middle transmission falls into the empty period, and both the first and final transmissions are seated in empty places. Only the yin and yang spirits on the day stem are not empty. Therefore, there is constant busyness and disturbance, like grasping at shadows and catching nothing. However, when encountering danger or peril, although extremely dangerous, it can be resolved and turned into good fortune. This lesson is suitable for remaining still and waiting for the right opportunity to act.

天時：久雨難晴，久旱未雨。家宅：貧耗勞苦，防婢僕奸私逃盜之事。婚姻：不宜。胎產：防損。功名：難成。求財：徒費奔波，反多折耗。投謁：十五一遇。疾病：夜占極凶，暴病瘥，久病危。

Heavenly conditions have been rainy for a long time without clearing up, and even during a prolonged drought, rain has not come. The family is poor and suffering losses, working hard all day. One should be cautious of servants or maids committing adultery, running away, or stealing. Marriage is not advisable. Childbirth should be guarded against injuries. Achieving official success is difficult. Seeking wealth leads only to wasted effort and further losses. When seeking an audience with others, only a few out of ten attempts will be successful. If illness is divined at night, it is extremely dangerous. Sudden severe illnesses may be cured, but long-term illnesses are dangerous.

失脫：主宅內人盜，反覆不一次，失散難追。出行：防驚恐失脫，往而復返。行人：在路，或別有所往。爭訟：不利，若在刑獄，卻得即釋。兵戰：彼此虛作聲勢，若被圍困，即解。墳葬：屢遷不寧，防水防賊。

Lost items are mostly stolen by people within the household, and the thefts happen repeatedly without stopping. Once lost, it is difficult to recover. When traveling, be cautious of fright and theft, often having to turn back. Travelers are still on the way or may have gone somewhere else. Litigation is unfavorable, but if already involved in legal trouble, it may be resolved quickly. In military situations, both sides pretend to be strong, and even if surrounded, the situation will be relieved quickly. Burial sites are frequently changed and remain unsettled; precautions should be taken against floods and thieves.

畢法云：后合占婚豈用媒，晝夜貴加求兩貴，來去俱空豈動移。袖中金云：寅申乘龍，隔牆有禍。指掌賦云：年臨孤寡，自甘半世孤燈；日遇空亡，多主首陽餓死。

The *Bifa Fu* says: When the Heavenly Empress and Liu He appear together, they indicate a marriage without the need for a matchmaker, which will naturally succeed. If both day and night Noblemen are present, one can simultaneously seek the help of two Noblemen. If both the coming and going are in Kongwang, then what is the point of moving or changing places? The *Xiu Zhong Jin* says: The two spirits of Yin and Shen riding the Azure Dragon will bring misfortune even if they are separated by a wall. The *Zhi Zhang Fu* says: If the year pillar is occupied by Guchen and Guasu, one can only endure a lifetime of solitude with a single lamp. If the day pillar meets Kongwang, the outcome is likely to be like Bo Yi and Shu Qi starving to death on Shouyang Mountain.

課體：重審，驀越，引從。課義：己財先費，方獲厚利，初引末從，旬丁晝貴。

This divination lesson has three patterns: "Re-examination," where among the four lessons only one instance has a lower god harming the upper god, taking its initiating transmission, and the matter arises from below, requiring careful re-examination; "Sudden Occurrence," where the matter arises suddenly; and "Following," where the first transmission leads the way and the final transmission follows, with the day stem in the middle, indicating someone assisting. The rhyme says: one must first spend one's own money before gaining substantial profit; the first transmission acts as a leader and the final transmission as a follower, with the hidden Ding god of this ten-day period and the nobleman of the day both appearing together.

解曰：寅為日之財，因坐空鄉，故為財費。三傳日克初財，迤邐克去，無非財也。財復得財，非厚利而何。干上丑為旬奇，得初傳寅為前引，末傳子為後從，丑旬遁為丁鬼。晝為旦貴臨身，夜為簾幕臨干，仕宦者利有攸往矣。

Yin wood is the wealth star for a Geng day stem, but it sits in the Kongwang position, so there will be initial expenses. Among the three transmissions, the day stem overcomes the first transmission's wealth, and then continues to overcome sequentially, overcoming nothing but wealth; obtaining wealth again and again, what else could it be but substantial profit. The Ci Shen (extraordinary deity) of the day stem's Chou earth is the original deity of this ten-day cycle. In front, the first transmission Yin wood leads the way, and behind, the final transmission Zi water follows. Chou, according to the ten-day cycle, emerges as the Tian Gan (heavenly stem) Ding. Ding fire, in relation to Geng metal, is the ghost. If the divination is done during the day, the Yang Nobleman (Dawn Nobleman) is present on the person, and if done at night, the Yin Nobleman (Lanmu Nobleman) is present on the day stem. Officials at this time will go out and act, and going forward will be beneficial.

斷曰：此重審之卦，前引後從，日干拱貴，乃升遷吉兆也。雖墓神覆日，中傳入墓，而丑未相沖，兩墓俱開矣。所惜者用神坐空，則前引無力，未免虛聲，難期實效耳。又未為干奇，寅為支儀，酉月占百事順利。

The interpretation states: This is a case of re-examination, with a preceding guide and a following follower. The nobleman of the day stem is embraced between them, indicating a favorable omen for promotion. Although the tomb god is covering the day stem and the middle transmission has entered the storage, the conflict between Chou and Wei opens both storage gates. Unfortunately, the initiating god is seated on Kongwang, so the preceding guide cannot exert its influence, leading to only an empty reputation without actual results. Moreover, the earth of Wei is the extraordinary god of the day stem, and the wood of Yin is the ritual god of the day branch. If the question is asked in the month of You, everything will proceed smoothly.

天時：晴雨調和，而百穀少實。家宅：人安吉，頗虛耗。婚姻：妻財坐空不宜。胎產：安，主婢孕，晝占生女。功名：八月占科第，升遷吉，餘占虛聲無實。求財：小財不去，大財不來。疾病：暴病吉，久病凶。失脫：難獲。出行：另改日期。行人：來遲，音信浮沉。爭訟：消解。兵戰：更變不一，秋占利。

The weather is clear and evenly balanced, but the harvest of grains is not abundant. The household is safe and prosperous, but there is considerable wastage. For marriage, the spirit of wife and wealth is in Kongwang, so it is not advisable to get married. Pregnancy is safe, with many servants or concubines expecting children, and the daytime divination indicates a female child. For official positions, if divined in August regarding exams or promotion, it is favorable, but in other months, it brings only empty reputation without real benefits. For seeking wealth, small amounts are not willing to spend and large amounts do not come in. For illness, sudden sickness is favorable, but long-term illness is unfavorable. Lost items are difficult to recover. Travel should be postponed to another date. Travelers will arrive late, and messages are uncertain. Disputes can be resolved. In military matters, the situation is unpredictable, and it is advantageous to divinate in autumn.

畢法云：前後引從升遷吉。課經云：庚辰日干上丑，十月占為凶怪格。謂月厭大煞，天日飛廉，丁神墓神俱臨也。若更臨年命，主極怪極凶。訂訛云：初末傳拱干，主得人提攜成合。兩貴拱干，主官職升擢。

The *Bifa Fu* says: If there is a preceding element and a following element, it indicates promotion and auspiciousness. The *Ke Jing* says: On a Gengchen day, if the stem is seen on the branch of Chou, and the question is asked in the tenth month, it becomes the "Fengguai Ge" pattern, because the Inauspicious Sha of Month Aversion, Great Sha, Tianri, and Feilian all come together, along with the spirit of Ding and the spirit of Mu. If these also fall on the person's birth stem or the year stem, it indicates extremely strange and dangerous outcomes. The *Ke Jing Ding'uo* says: If the first and final transmissions enclose the day stem in the middle, it indicates receiving help from others and achieving success. If two noblemen enclose the day stem, it indicates promotion and appointment to official positions.

課體：元首，潤下，不備，勵德，閉口。課義：課傳循環，脫空在關，無心俯就，兩貴難扳。

This lesson has five patterns: "Original Head," where among the four lessons there is only one instance of a superior god overcoming a subordinate god, taking its initiating transmission, like a superior overseeing a subordinate, with matters originating from above; "Moistening Down," where the three transmissions form the water triad of Shen-Zi-Chen; "Incomplete," where the four lessons are not complete, only three are present with repetition, indicating things are not fully covered; "Self-Exertion," taking the meaning of cultivating virtue and self-motivation to eliminate misfortune; "Closed Mouth," where a god at the end of the ten-day period is placed over the beginning or the nobleman is exactly at the end of the ten-day period, indicating that words cannot be spoken and matters cannot easily begin. The rhyme says: the four lessons and three transmissions cycle and repeat, while the loss of energy and Kongwang are precisely at the critical points; originally without intention to accommodate others, even two noblemen cannot reach.

解曰：三傳不離乎四課，循環而不窮也。事主牽連不斷，初末水土皆脫，中申又值旬空。三傳雖曰遞生，實無所益。俯就干支，支既不甘受脫，我亦何甘受元武之耗乎。兩貴臨門，晝貴脫敗，夜貴被克，俱不足扳也。

The three transmissions all come from the four lessons, and they cycle endlessly, so matters are continuously connected. The first transmission is the water trigram, and the final transmission is the earth trigram, both of which steal the energy of the day stem. The middle transmission is the metal trigram, which is exactly in the empty position of the ten-day cycle. Although the three transmissions seem to generate one after another, they actually provide me with no benefit. I wish to align with the day stem and day branch, but the day branch is unwilling to be drained, and I am unwilling to suffer the loss caused by the Black Tortoise, which is the general associated with theft and secret matters. Although there are two noblemen present, the daytime nobleman is located in a position of decline and loss, and the nighttime nobleman is attacked by the lower god, so they cannot be relied upon.

斷曰：此元首之卦，合潤下之局，事雖順而遲緩，亦主動而叢雜。三傳盜洩旺氣，又兼空脫逢空，雖見有人相助，究歸虛耗。譬如人肉，充皮潤而骨髓已空，徒有其形，未免痿廢矣。秋冬稍吉，亦主先難後易。

The interpretation states: This is a lesson of the sovereign, and it forms the water trinity of Shen-Zi-Chen, indicating a water pattern of gradual flow. Although the matter may proceed smoothly, it will come slowly. Once it starts, there will be confusion and disorder. The three transmissions continuously steal the strength of the day stem, and the spirit that drains energy falls into kongwang. Although it seems there is help, in the end it will result in a waste. It is like a person with full muscles and smooth skin, but empty bones and marrow, appearing strong but ultimately leading to weakness and decline. It is slightly better when obtained in autumn or winter, but still shows a pattern of difficulty first and ease later.

天時：霧露連朝，不成甘雨。家宅：門戶冷落，人口衰殘。婚姻：不利。胎產：胎安難產，主生女。功名：雖虛聲相引，毫無實際。求財：百般耗折，或為子孫蠹耗。投謁：見貴無益。疾病：上下俱脫，必主吐瀉虛損。失脫：難獲。出行：多費。行人：申日至。爭訟：孟解不解。兵戰：晝占凶，宜止息，夜占勝。

Heavenly conditions have been misty and damp for several days, failing to bring a good rain. The family residence is cold and deserted, with a decline in population and a withering condition. Marriages are unfavorable. Pregnancy is safe, but difficult to deliver, mostly resulting in the birth of a daughter. Although there is a reputation of success in official matters, in reality there is nothing to rely on. In seeking wealth, there is great loss and waste, or it is eaten away by descendants. Seeking an audience with a nobleman brings no benefit. Illnesses, due to the body's loss of fluids, will result in vomiting and diarrhea, with a weak body. Lost items are difficult to find. Traveling involves many expenses. The traveler will arrive on the day of Shen. Disputes are thought to be settled but cannot be resolved. In military matters, if the fortune is taken during the day, it is ominous and the army should withdraw; if taken at night, there will be a victory.

畢法云：避難逃生須棄舊，脫上逢脫防虛詐。古鑑：癸亥生人，戊申六月午將占身位，曰：滿盤盜氣，一生受子孫之累。初任巡轄，次任巡檢，水陸三任，水邊屯住。宅上螣蛇，十二年主怪出，寄居避之。申死在子，子九申七，壽六十三。其人前後十男一女，磨折破家，無一長大者。歷任皆驗。

The "Bi Fa Fu" says: To avoid danger and escape, one must abandon everything they have. When a departure of energy meets another departure of energy, one must beware of deceit and fraud. Ancient divination records state: A person born in the year Guihai, in the year Wushen during the sixth lunar month, used the hour of Wu as the month general for a divination about himself. The interpretation was: The entire chart is filled with stealing and leaking energy, and he will be burdened by his descendants all his life. He first served as a patrol officer, then as a patrol inspector, holding three official positions in both water and land routes, all stationed by the water. The house was occupied by "Teng Snake" (a general indicating fear and strange occurrences), and the twelfth position indicated strange phenomena would occur, requiring him to move to another place for shelter. The metal of Shen died at the position of Zi, with Zi's number being nine and Shen's number being seven, their product being sixty-three years of life. He had ten sons and one daughter, all of whom faced hardships, ruined the family fortune, and none grew up to adulthood. The verification of his official positions also matched exactly.

課體：彈射，元胎。課義：夜貴閉口，馬負財走，幸而逢生，空亡隨後。

This lesson has two patterns: "Striking from a Distance" and "Embryonic Form." "Striking from a Distance" occurs when there is no mutual overcoming among the four lessons, and the initiating transmission is determined by the day stem remotely overcoming another god. It is like a projectile shot out, the farther it goes, the weaker its force. "Embryonic Form" indicates that the matter is in its initial stage, like an embryo forming, with success or failure yet to be determined. The rhyme says: the nobleman is at a position where he should remain silent at night, and the post-horse carries the wealth star outward. Fortunately, it meets the assistance of growth along the way, but unfortunately, kongwang follows closely behind.

解曰：夜貴旬尾臨辰，是為閉口。貴人不發言，干支何益。寅乃日之財，馬負之而發用，宜遠動求財。若株守則財反走失也。中傳逢日干長生，誠為有幸。奈末傳申值旬空，如有缺陷，隨後而至，求事之成難矣。

The nobleman in the night is the deity at the end of the current ten-day period, and it is located on the辰 position, which is called closed mouth. When the nobleman is closed mouth, it does not speak, so what help does it offer to the day stem and day branch? The寅 wood is the wealth star for the庚 day, and the post-horse carries it as the initiating transmission, which is favorable for traveling far to seek wealth; if one stays at home and does not move, wealth will instead be lost. When the middle transmission meets the place of growth for the day stem, it is indeed a fortunate thing; however, the final transmission at the申 metal position is exactly in the empty period, like a gap following closely, making it difficult to accomplish things.

斷曰：此彈射之課，日上兩課自戰，作事無力。多主外來，不干於內，未可出尖。末見空亡，是為失丸遺鏃。主驀然有災，虛驚無實。又申加巳為生胎，名為憂課。主狐疑猶豫，有始鮮終，吉凶皆不成也。

The interpretation says: This is a lesson of shooting, where the two lessons on the day stem contend with each other, leading to lack of strength in doing things. Matters mostly come from outside and have little to do with the inside; one should not be overly assertive. The final transmission meets kongwang, like a projectile flying and the arrowhead falling off, indicating sudden misfortune, but it is only a false alarm with no real harm. Also, the metal of shen is placed on si, which is the place of birth and fetal energy. This lesson is also called the "worried lesson," indicating the person's inner doubt and hesitation, with things starting but not finishing. Whether good or bad, nothing comes to fruition.

天時：有風，見虹無雨。家宅：主衣冠門第，秋占有喜。婚姻：七月晝占吉，餘不利。胎產：卯臨敗地，防損。功名：申年月吉，餘美中不足。求財：宜遠求速取。投謁：不見禮遇。疾病：暴病癒，久病凶。失脫：急追，逃亡自歸。出行：有驚險。行人：在道將至。爭訟：利客不利主。兵戰：不吉。

Heavenly conditions have wind, but only an arch of rainbow is seen without rain. For the family residence, the main person is from an aristocratic family. In autumn, there is good fortune and celebration. For marriage, it is favorable in July during the day, but unfavorable at other times. For childbirth, the卯wood is in the position of bathing and decline, so there is a need to be cautious of injury. For official rank, it is favorable in the year and month of申, but at other times it is only partially good. For seeking wealth, it is better to go to a distant place and retrieve it quickly. Seeking an audience with others will not be received with courtesy. For sudden illness, recovery is possible, but for long-term illness, it is ominous. For lost items, they should be pursued quickly, and those who have run away will return on their own. For travel, there is danger. For a traveler already on the way, he is about to arrive. In disputes, it is favorable for the guest side but unfavorable for the host. In military matters, it is not favorable.

畢法云：貴雖坐獄宜臨干。纂義：辰戌日為貴人入宅。古鑑：己未生人，子將占應試，曰：夜貴在宅，自身難顯。日上子息，來傳我氣，子得中第。勾陳滯神，身當患痢不入場。寅妻乘白虎加盜氣上，十月防炊臼之夢。五旬後當得官，但未為閉口，巳臨絕地。得官後一二年，當辦終事矣，俱驗。

The "Bi Fa Fu" says: Although the Nobleman is sitting in the Heaven Prison of Chen and Xu, as long as he is adjacent to the Day Stem, he can still be used. The "Zuan Yi" says: When the day is Chen or Xu, the Nobleman enters the house. Ancient divination records: A person born in the Jiwei year used Zi as the Month General to predict an examination result. The interpretation said: The night Nobleman is on the house, the person himself will find it difficult to achieve success; the Day Stem is the son god, passing energy to me, so the son will be able to pass the examination. "Gou Chen" (the general of land disputes and stagnation) is the god of stagnation, the person himself will suffer from dysentery and be unable to enter the examination hall. Yin wood represents the wife, riding on the White Tiger above the stolen energy, one should be cautious of the loss of wife in the tenth month. He will get an official position after fifty years, but the Wei earth is at the closed mouth position, and the Si fire is at the end position, so after getting the official position for one or two years, he will have to prepare for the end of his life. Later events all came true.

課體：涉害，間傳，斬關，涉三淵。課義：初中泛浮，兩虎堪憂，乘生坐克，樂里成愁。

This lesson has four patterns: involvement of harm; "intermediate transmission," where the three transmissions are passed on with one position in between, such as Shen, Xu, and Zi; "cutting the pass," where Tiangang (Chen) or Hekui (Xu) is placed over the day stem and day branch, indicating movement across a pass and a need for travel; and "passing through three deep pools," where the three transmissions proceed in order with one position in between, Shen, Xu, and Zi, with the negative energy increasing deeper, like passing through three deep pools. The rhyme says: the first and second transmissions are both empty and not substantial, and having two White Tigers is most worrying; although there is support above, there is control below, so joy is mixed with sorrow.

解曰：初傳申為旬空，中傳戌為坐空。雖有德祿旬儀之美，泛泛浮浮，與我何涉。申，虎也。又乘晝虎，巳不堪其憂。況重以戌乘兩武，子為脫鄉乎。然且憂樂相半，何也？蓋庚上得戌生樂矣，而下被午克。辰上得午生樂矣，而下被寅克。樂一邊即愁一邊也。

The first transmission is the metal of Shen, which is empty in its旬. The middle transmission is the earth of Xu, which also sits in an empty place. Although there are good things like the day's virtue, the day's fortune, and the旬's ritual, they are all empty and not real, so how can they be related to me? Shen is the position of the White Tiger, and it is also riding on the White Tiger of the day, which is already worrying. Moreover, Xu is overlaid with the White Tiger of both day and night, and Zi water is a place where things are stolen away. However, worry and joy are each half, why is that? Because the metal of Geng is supported by the earth of Xu, which should be joyful, but it is being overcome by the fire of Wu below; the earth of Chen is supported by the fire of Wu, which should be joyful, but it is being overcome by the wood of Yin below. The side that is successful is exactly the side that is losing.

斷曰：此涉害之卦，又為涉三淵之格。歷遍艱辛，終防侵害。凡百求謀，勞而無得。惟秋占為吉，乃自立之象。貴登天門，罡塞鬼戶。六神藏，四煞沒，斬關得斷，華蓋隱形。利逃災避難，不利追捕也。

The interpretation says: This is a lesson of involvement in harm, also forming the pattern of three depths. One must endure a long and arduous journey, and in the end, still beware of harm. Whatever one seeks or plans, it will all be in vain and result in nothing. Only when questioned in autumn is it auspicious, indicating self-reliance and self-strengthening. In this chart, the Nobleman is riding on亥 and ascending the heavenly gate, while the Tiangang (Chen) blocks the ghost gate at寅. The Six Spirits are hidden, the four evils are concealed, and the cutting-off momentum is clearly established. The star Huagai, which signifies obstruction and concealment, also disappears. It is suitable for escaping disasters and avoiding difficulties, but not suitable for pursuit or capture.

天時：大風忽止，陰雨連綿。家宅：宅旺人隆，不利舉動，暗中有損。婚姻：不成，主女有病。胎產：占胎不安，占產即下。功名：無成。求財：不得。疾病：祿空乘虎主絕食，危甚。失脫：不獲，逃亡，不可蹤跡。出行：利避難遠去。行人：即來。爭訟：速解。兵戰：待時而動。

The weather is suddenly calm with a strong wind stopping, followed by continuous rain. The family and home are flourishing and the population is growing, but it is not favorable to take any action, and there will be hidden losses. Marriages will not succeed, mostly due to the woman being ill. For pregnancy, the fetal condition is unstable, and for childbirth, it will happen immediately. There is no achievement in official matters. Wealth cannot be obtained. Illness is caused by the day's禄 falling into an empty position and being occupied by the White Tiger, indicating loss of appetite and a dangerous condition. Lost items cannot be recovered, and those who have run away cannot be traced. Traveling is suitable for avoiding difficulties and moving far away. Travelers will arrive immediately. Disputes will be resolved quickly. In military matters, one should wait for the right opportunity before taking action.

畢法云：虎乘遁鬼殃非淺，罡塞鬼戶任謀為，互生俱生凡事益。袖中金云：魁罡臨日辰，傳有虎陰申酉，為斬關得斷，逃者永不獲矣。指掌賦云：先生後克，樂極生悲，即畢法所云樂里生憂格也。

The "Bifa Fu" says: When the White Tiger is riding on the ghostly spirits emerging from the ten-day cycle, the calamities are severe; when the Tiangang blocks the ghost's entrance, one can freely plan; when the heavenly stems and earthly branches mutually generate and support each other, everything is beneficial. The "Xiu Zhong Jin" says: When Hekui in Xu and Tiangang in Chen are present on the day stem and day branch, and the three transmissions contain the White Tiger, Tai Yin, and the spirits of Shen and You, it is like cutting through a gate, allowing for decisive action, and the person who flees will never be captured. The "Zhi Zhang Fu" says: First receiving support and then being restrained leads to joy turning into sorrow, which is the pattern described in the "Bifa Fu" as "joy leading to worry."

課體：蒿矢，進茹，麗明。課義：支干交會，拱貴在內，蒿矢帶金，申空無畏。

This lesson has three patterns: "Hao Shi" (Pine Arrow), "Jin Ru" (Forward Progress), and "Li Ming" (Radiant Light). "Hao Shi" refers to the four lessons having no direct conflict but being remotely attacked by another deity, like an arrow made of pine grass that cannot harm a person. "Jin Ru" means the three transmissions proceed in a consecutive and forward manner. "Li Ming" indicates the three transmissions connect in the order of Wu, Wei, and Shen, like the sun shining brightly in the sky, with great authority and dominance. The rhyme says: the day stem and day branch interact and harmonize with each other, enclosing the nobleman in between; although "Hao Shi" carries the arrowhead of Shen metal, since Shen metal is empty, it is not to be feared.

解曰：巳與申合，酉與辰合，干支上神，與干支交車作六合也。巳酉拱夾三傳，而初傳末傳，又拱中傳夜貴在內，凡事易成。蒿矢得申金，是為有鏃。又乘晝虎，勢若可畏。然值旬空，則為遺鏃，不過虛驚而已。

The trigrams Si and Shen combine, and You and Chen combine. The spirits above the day stem and day branch interact with the day stem and day branch in a crosswise combination, forming the "intersecting六合" (Liu He). The trigrams Si and You enclose the three transmissions in the middle, while the first and final transmissions enclose the night's noble spirit within the middle transmission. Therefore, things are easily accomplished. The original蒿矢 (arrow) had no arrowhead, but now it has obtained the metal of Shen, as if it were fitted with an arrowhead, and it rides upon the White Tiger of the day, appearing formidable. However, the metal of Shen is in the empty period of the ten days, so the arrowhead is like falling off, and it is merely a false alarm.

斷曰：此蒿矢之卦，順進連茹，進中有退。事主動搖，人情顛倒，吉凶倚伏。又魁罡臨於二八之門，為天網四張，萬物被傷之象。喜末傳空陷，始雖驚恐，終得無事。利主不利客，利小不利大，憂在西南，喜在西北。

The interpretation says: This is a lesson of the arrow of wormwood, with the three transmissions proceeding in sequence and connected, advancing while containing retreat. The matter is unstable, human feelings are fickle and reversed, with good and bad interdependent. Also, the Hekui (Xu) and Tiangang (Chen) are located at the gates of February and August, forming the image of "Heaven's net spread wide," in which all things will be harmed. Fortunately, the final transmission falls into an empty and weak position, so although there was initially alarm, in the end there will be safety. This situation benefits the host but not the guest, benefits small matters but not great ones; worries are in the southwest, while joy is in the northwest.

天時：忽晴忽雨。家宅：主有孝服，陰人離散，或有孕婦寄宿。婚姻：再議，媒妁虛誑。胎產：胎神臨絕地，防傷。功名：主有官無祿，七月占吉。求財：申為旬外甲財，主為同夥弟兄脫耗，改謀可得。疾病：凶，宜祈神作福。失脫：難見。出行：宜往西北，亦防耗脫。行人：即來。爭訟：主起於口舌，宜和。兵戰：夜占不利，晝占勝。

The weather is suddenly clear then rainy. For the household, the head of the family may have mourning affairs, women in the house may be separated, or a pregnant woman may come to stay. For marriage, it is necessary to reconsider, as the媒人's words are mostly false and deceptive. In matters of pregnancy, the Fetal Spirit is in the绝地, so there is a need to be cautious of injury. For official positions, one may hold an office but without salary; if this is divined in July, it is auspicious. In seeking wealth, the metal of the monkey (申) is the wealth of the current ten-day period outside the Jia stem, which is likely to be lost by brothers in partnership; one must change the path and seek another way to obtain it. For illness, there is danger, and it is advisable to pray to deities and seek blessings. Lost items are difficult to find. For travel, it is suitable to go to the northwest, but one should also be cautious of loss and theft. The traveler will arrive immediately. Disputes are often caused by words, and it is advisable to reconcile. In military matters, a night divination is unfavorable, but a daytime divination indicates victory.

畢法云：所謀多拙遭羅網。心鏡云：遙神剋日名蒿矢，雖然射我不足畏，家有賓來不可留，每憂口舌西南至。袖中金云：順連茹午未申為麗明，威權獨盛。指掌賦云，順連茹空，名曰聲傳空谷，退吉而進則不宜。

The "Bifa Fu" says: Most plans are clumsy because one has encountered the heaven net and earth trap. The "Lunin Xinjing" says: A distant god coming to overcome the day stem is called "Haoshu", although it shoots at me, it is not worth fearing; having guests come from home should not be kept, and one often needs to worry about oral disputes coming from the southwest. The "Xiu Zhong Jin" says: If the three transmissions follow in sequence and connect as Wu, Wei, and Shen, it is exactly the "Liming" pattern, with supreme authority. The "Zhi Zhang Fu" says: If the connected transmissions fall into Kongwang, it is called "Sheng Chuan Kong Gu", which means only echoes without real things; retreating is auspicious, but advancing is not suitable.

課體：伏吟，元胎，斬關。課義：旅情未已，半路而止，凡事折腰，遇中有滯。

This lesson has three patterns: "Hidden Chant," where the Month General is the same as the time of divination, and the Heaven Plate is directly over the Earth Plate's position, causing all things to be concealed and motionless; "Original Embryo," and "Cutting the Gate." The rhyme says: the intention to go out and travel has not yet been resolved, but one stops halfway; all matters show the image of "bent waist," seeming to have some meeting, but with obstacles still present.

解曰：伏吟本伏匿而不動，若魁罡加於日辰之上，則為斬關，似有行動之意。末傳寅木作日財，必出外而求財也，旅情豈能已乎。中既空亡，所以半路而止。又中空名折腰格，主中間無力，首尾不應，所以相遇之中，尚有阻滯。巳雖日之德祿，三傳刑沖破害俱全，總宜不動為妙。

Hidden Chant originally refers to something concealed and inactive, but if Hekui in Xu and Tiangang in Chen are placed over the day stem and day branch, it becomes a cutting gate, which instead suggests the meaning of travel. The final transmission is寅 wood, which is the wealth star for a辛 day, so one must go out to seek wealth, and the desire for distant travel cannot be stopped. However, the middle transmission falls into Kongwang, so the journey stops halfway; when the middle transmission falls into Kongwang, it is called the 'Bent Waist Pattern', indicating that one cannot exert effort in the middle and the beginning and end cannot connect, thus appearing to have some success but with obstacles still present. Although巳 fire is the day's virtue and fortune for a辛 day, the three transmissions contain all the elements of punishment, conflict, destruction, and harm, so it is best to remain inactive.

斷曰：伏吟又作元胎，如天地未判，禍福始基，屈而未伸。最宜守之以正，方能致福。按此課，若得年命有吉神相助，最宜求官祿。末傳寅木助初傳之巳火，作辛金之官星，又兼日德，與六合相併故也。

The interpretation states: Hidden Chant combined with the original embryo, is like the heavens and earth not yet divided, with calamity and good fortune just beginning to take root, twisted and not yet extended, so one should most diligently adhere to the right path in order to attract good fortune. Considering this divination, if the person's age and birth sign are aided by auspicious deities, it is most suitable to seek official positions and salaries. This is because the final transmission,寅 wood, supports the initial transmission,巳 fire, which is the official star of 辛 metal, and also serves as the daily virtue of 辛 day. It also coincides with the deity of Liu He.

天時：水下火上，不動不變，寅木生火，何能有雨。家宅：夜占平安，晝占不吉。科名：簾幕不見，二場欠利，命乘貴人，中亦可許。求財：財神雖見，可望而不可即。婚姻：刑害不一，損多益少。

Heavenly conditions show water below and fire above, each in its proper position, unmoving and unchanging. The wood of寅 is only able to generate fire, so rain cannot occur. For the household, a night divination shows safety, but a daytime divination indicates misfortune. In the imperial examination, the nobleman is not visible, and the second examination will be unfavorable; if the person's destiny is supported by the nobleman, passing the exam still has some hope. In seeking wealth, although the spirit of wealth is seen, it is something that can be seen but not obtained. In marriage, there are many instances of conflict and harm, with more losses than gains.

胎產：課名懸胎，又主腰折，支被寅刑，產母不吉。疾病：鬼墓臨干，老少不吉；中申空陷，多因腰疾。出行：半途必返。行人：天罡加罡，不動之象。遺失：元武不見，必非賊竊，尋覓可得。出師：晝占可憂，夜占稍吉。

In terms of childbirth, this divination is called "Suspended Fetus," and it indicates a broken waist. The day branch is also harmed by the wood of寅, which is unfavorable for the mother. Regarding illness, the ghostly tomb is pressing on the day stem, which is unfavorable for the elderly and children; the middle transmission of申 metal is in an empty and hidden position, indicating that the illness is mostly related to the waist. When going out, one will definitely turn back halfway. A traveler encountering the Tiangang star at its own position indicates a stationary situation. Lost items, since the Black Tortoise is not present, are certainly not stolen, and they can be found. For military operations, a daytime divination is concerning, while a nighttime divination is somewhat better.

畢法云：末助初兮三等論。課經云：辛巳日伏吟，辰上剋日，課體本凶。要知金生干巳，巳中有丙，丙與辛合，故辛金不畏巳火，反有相合相助之意。倘命能填實，申金翻成吉課。

The "Bifa Fu" says: When the final transmission generates and supports the first transmission, it should be judged in three categories. The "Ke Jing" says: On a Xinsi day, the hidden chant lesson has the day branch's spirit overcoming the day stem, and the lesson pattern is inherently凶. However, one should know that metal's growth is in巳, and巳 contains hidden Bing fire, which combines with辛. Therefore,辛 metal does not fear巳 fire, but rather has a harmonious and supportive meaning. If the original destiny can fill the empty亡, then the Shen metal will turn the lesson into a favorable one.

課體：元首，退茹，斬關，勵德。課義：人足乘丁，豈容少停，斬關月將，萬里行程。

This lesson has four patterns: the original head; "retreating and consuming," where the three transmissions are in reverse order and then retreat; cutting the gate; and cultivating virtue. The rhyme says: a person's feet are on the Ding spirit, where can they stay for a moment? Again encountering the cutting gate trend and the traveling month general, this journey will be ten thousand miles long.

解曰：丁乃極動之神，末傳丑遁旬丁。如人足之乘丁，動必不止。又干乘白虎，罡乘朱雀，罡又加干支上，課名斬關。雖萬里之行，豈容少停乎。

Ding is the most active deity. The final transmission, Chou earth, emerges as Ding when calculated within the ten-day cycle. This is like a person standing on the deity Ding, and once they start moving, they cannot stop. Additionally, the day stem is governed by the White Tiger, and the Tiangang is governed by the Vermilion Bird. The Tiangang also rests upon the day stem and day branch. This lesson is called "Cutting the Gate." Even for a journey of ten thousand miles, there is no room for even a brief pause.

斷曰：元首課以上克下，格合退茹。居上者宜以禮法自持，在下者當知逆來順受，庶可弭患。若稍加任性，凶禍難免。雖旺祿臨身，卻逢空陷，祿不可守矣。急宜就財，翻能致旺。

The interpretation states: The upper deity overpowers the lower deity, and the pattern conforms to retreat and humility. Those in a position of authority should restrain themselves with propriety and laws, while those in a lower position should understand the principle of enduring hardship and accepting things as they are, only then can calamities be averted; even a slight indulgence in caprice will inevitably lead to misfortune. Although a strong禄神 (favorable official star) is present, it falls into an empty or weak position, meaning this salary cannot be maintained; it is better to quickly shift focus to wealth, which can instead lead to prosperity.

天時：罡雖指巳，但雀飛龍潛，水神在下，終當不雨。家宅：休氣臨宅，晝夜皆乘朱雀，恐父母有口舌文書之事。功名：祿馬俱空，占官不吉。求財：晝占極利，夜占費力。婚姻：男亦不佳，女亦不吉。

Heavenly Stems: Jia, Yi, Bing, Ding, Wu, Ji, Geng, Xin, Ren, Gui Earthly Branches: Zi, Chou, Yin, Mao, Chen, Si, Wu, Wei, Shen, You, Xu, Hai Trigrams: Qian (Heaven), Dui (Lake), Li (Fire), Zhen (Thunder), Xun (Wind), Kan (Water), Gen (Mountain), Kun (Earth) Tiangang points to the Si position, but the Vermilion Bird is high and the Azure Dragon is hidden, with water deities below, so rain will not come. The home is affected by weak and confined energy at the door, and both day and night, the Heavenly Generals are riding the Vermilion Bird, so there may be disputes or legal matters among parents. For official positions, the禄神 and The Post-horse are empty, indicating an unfavorable omen. For seeking wealth, daytime divination is extremely favorable, but nighttime divination requires great effort. For marriage, the male aspect is unfavorable, and the female aspect is also unfavorable.

產孕：胎神與子孫爻不見，又且母實兒空，恐不成胎。疾病：人空病實，祿陷丁傷，恐不能起。出行：行程萬里。行人：天罡雖則臨巳，然末傳乘丁，行人即至。遺失：見盜不盜，或為妻妾所藏。出師：晝占則吉，夜占則凶。

The conception and the spirit of the child and the son's hexagram do not appear. With the mother's side being strong and the child's side empty, it is likely that conception will not occur. Regarding illness, the person is weak but the disease is strong. The禄神 is in a fallen position and is injured by the Ding fire, so it is likely the person will not be able to get up. For travel, it is a journey of ten thousand miles. Although the traveler has the Tiangang at the巳 position and appears to be still, the final transmission is accompanied by the Ding god, so the traveler will arrive soon. For lost items, it seems as if they were stolen, but actually they were not stolen, or perhaps they were hidden by the wife or concubine. For military campaigns, if divined during the day it is favorable, but if divined at night it is unfavorable.

畢法云：金日逢丁凶禍動，胎財生氣妻懷孕(三月占)，胎財死氣損胎推(九月占)，旺祿臨身徒妄作(指日祿不空者，祿空當別論)。神應經云：酉加辛，末傳見丁丑，凶必因田而起，禍必由墓而生。晝占猶可，夜卜尤甚。又課經云：此日占人，年命上加酉，占應試必中魁元，緣酉為亞魁星故也。

The *Bifa Fu* says: When the metal day meets the Ding god, calamity will surely arise; if the fetal god and wealth god ride on life qi, it indicates the wife is pregnant (as in a divination for the third month); if the fetal god and wealth god ride on death qi, it suggests the pregnancy is harmed (as in a divination for the ninth month); when the prosperous official is on the person's body, it is just empty movement (this refers to the official not falling into an empty position; if the official does fall into an empty position, it is a different matter). The *Shenyingsheng* says: When the酉 is placed on the辛, and the final transmission shows Dingchou, misfortune will certainly arise from property and land, and calamity will certainly come from the storage place; this is less serious during the day, but especially severe at night. The *Kejing* also says: If on a certain day, the person's age year is placed on the酉, then the divination for an exam predicts that the person will certainly pass with distinction, because the酉 is the star of the second place in the ranking.

課體：間傳，極陰。課義：申夜空空，墓脫須逢，家須富有，丁馬逢凶。

This lesson has two patterns: intermittent transmission and "extreme yin." The three transmissions proceed in reverse order, each separated by one position: Chou, Hai, You. The yin energy is extremely strong, leading to darkness and confusion. The rhyme says: "Shen metal in the night is empty on top of empty; the tomb god and the departing energy both meet. Although the family is said to be wealthy, once the Ding god and the post-horse move, misfortune comes."

解曰：申本旬空，夜復乘空，故曰空空。丑為日墓，亥為日脫。末傳酉金，又作旬空。事皆陳腐，說盡空談。宅上卯木，乃是財星。上乘六合，家道必豐。然馬脫之，丁傷之，恐禍患必逢也。

The metal of Shen is already in the旬空, and during the night it is further assisted by the Tian Kong, so it is described as empty on top of being empty. The earth of Chou is the Storage of the day of Xin, the water of Hai is the脱气 of the day of Xin, and the metal of You, which is the Final Transmission, also falls into the旬空, so everything is old and decayed, and all talk ends up being empty. The wood of Mao in the house is the wealth star, and it is supported by Liu He above, so the family's fortune is certainly abundant; however, the Post-horse steals its energy, and the god of the heavenly丁 harms it, so troubles are likely to eventually occur.

斷曰：極陰間傳，昏晦之中，復多阻隔。初墓逢丁，中遇脫馬。末逢空祿，晝元夜虎，其凶愈甚。更名驀越，主事起忽然，禍生於內，晝占猶可，夜卜不祥。丑加卯，夜占乘後，主婦人腹病，亦主家中婦人有妊，為腹胎格。

The interpretation states: extremely yin with an intervening transmission, in the darkness and confusion there are many obstructions. The first transmission is the storage and meets the Ding spirit, the middle transmission meets a The Post-horse that has lost its strength, and the final transmission meets a禄 spirit that has fallen empty; during the day, it is accompanied by the Black Tortoise, and at night by the White Tiger, making the danger even greater. This divination is also called "Mòyuè," indicating that matters suddenly arise and calamities originate internally; divination during the day is somewhat acceptable, but at night is inauspicious. When the hour of Chou is placed on the hour of Mao, and the night divination is accompanied by the Heavenly Empress, it indicates illness in a woman's abdomen or pregnancy in the household, forming the "Fùtāi gé."

天時：課名極陰，青龍發用，畢宿居未，雖天罡指午，終必有雨。家宅：房屋甚好，人丁不多。功名：酉命晝占，官祿可得，他命夜占，皆為不吉。求財：自己有財，外求財無。

Heavenly timing indicates extreme yin, with the Azure Dragon initiating the transmission. The mansion of Net (Bixu) is located at the position of Wei, and although the Tiangang points to the position of Wu, rain is certain to come. The family residence is favorable, but the number of people is not great. Regarding official rank and salary, those born under the metal element (You) will gain benefits during the day; others will have an unfavorable outcome if they consult at night. As for seeking wealth, one already possesses money, but cannot obtain it by seeking it from outside.

婚姻：占女則吉，占男則凶。胎產；母實兒空，恐不成胎。疾病：午為辛金之病地，必主肺疾，丑加卯又主腹痛。出行：陸路不利，水路甚吉。行人：天罡加仲，必在中途。捕獲：元武與盜神俱空，賊必難獲。出師：晝占則吉，夜占防詐。

Marriage divination shows good fortune for the woman and bad fortune for the man. In the aspect of pregnancy, the mother's side is strong while the fetus's side is empty, suggesting the pregnancy may not be successful. For illness, since the fire of the hour of Wu is the afflicted place for the metal of Xin, it indicates a lung disease. The branch of Chou added to the branch of Mao also suggests abdominal pain. Traveling by land is unfavorable, but traveling by water is auspicious. A traveler encountering Tiangang positioned at the four central directions indicates he is still on the way. In the case of capturing a thief, since both the Black Tortoise and the thief god are in Kongwang, the thief is certainly difficult to catch. For military operations, daytime is favorable, but nighttime requires caution against deceit.

畢法云：金日逢丁凶禍動，交車相合交關利，空上逢空事莫追。神應經云：辛巳日丑加卯為用，丑上墓丁克日；必因墓招尤，由田致禍。或因飲食，或緣財利。禍基於婦人，災成於頃刻。課經云：干上申，支上卯，為交車合財，大宜交關取財。

The Bi Fa Fu says: On a day with a metal stem, if the Ding god appears, calamity will arise. When the stem and branch cross and combine, trade and transactions will be favorable. If there is another kongwang on top of kongwang, there is no need to pursue the matter further. The Shen Ying Jing says: On the Xinsi day, with the卯 added to the丑 for the initiating transmission, the丑 is a storage place and also carries the Ding god to attack the day stem. This will certainly lead to blame from graves, disputes over land, or problems related to food and wealth. The root of misfortune comes from women, and disaster will form suddenly. The Ke Jing says: If the day stem is Shen and the day branch is Mao, it indicates a favorable sign for making a transaction and gaining wealth, which is most suitable for trade and profit.

課體：遙克，彈射，元胎。課義：彼己可守，貴臨戶牖，晝虎脫馬，夜虎閉口。

This lesson has three patterns: "Remote Control," where there is no mutual control between the four lessons, and instead the initiating transmission is taken from the distant positions that control each other; "Projectile," and "Original Fetus." The rhyme says: both the other and oneself can still maintain their positions; the nobleman is located at the door and window; the white tiger in the daytime rides the post-horse to steal and drain the day stem; and the white tiger at night is exactly at the position of closing the mouth.

解曰：干上未土生辛，支上寅木生巳，彼此各生，故曰可守。夜貴臨宅，如在戶牖，然宜於告貴。亥為驛馬，晝乘白虎以脫辛干，故曰晝虎脫馬，妄動則必生乖矣。甲戌旬中未為旬尾，未臨戌上，是旬尾加旬首，謂之閉口。夜虎臨未，故日夜虎閉口，惟謹言可以脫禍也。

The day stem is supported by the earthy branch of Wei earth, which generates the metal of Xin. The day branch is supported by the earthy branch of Si fire, which is generated by Yin wood. Each supports the other, so both can be maintained. The nobleman is present at the house, like guarding the doors and windows, which is suitable for reporting to the nobleman. The water of Hai is the post-horse. During the day, the white tiger steals the metal of the day stem, so the white tiger steals the post-horse. At this time, any reckless action will lead to disorder. In the Jiaxu decade, Wei is the last term. Now, Wei is placed above the first term Xiu, so the last term is added to the first term, which is called closed mouth. The white tiger is also present at Wei in the night, so the white tiger closes the mouth. Only by being cautious in speech can misfortune be avoided.

斷曰：遙克之課，一名彈射，禍福皆輕。發用愈遠，彈愈無力。占或代庖事，或疏遠。末傳作空，中道宜止。

The interpretation says: Remote overcoming is also called rebounding, and the calamities and blessings it indicates are light. The farther the initiating deity is from the starting point, the weaker the rebound force becomes. The matter being divined may involve acting on behalf of others or overstepping one's role, or it may pertain to matters of distant or unrelated people. The final transmission falls into Kongwang, meaning the process should stop halfway.

天時：課傳寅木生火，火已在上，水俱在下，天罡雖則指未，風多雨少。功名：夜占必得，晝占不實。求財：夜占宜得貴人之財，急當勇退；晝占費力，不能全美。婚姻：支干自生，各有美好；支干各刑，均有不足。產孕：子母皆安。疾病：合虎脫干，必患虛症。出行：水陸俱安，行期必緩。行人：天罡加未，行人立至。遺失：元武不見，恐非賊竊，急尋必有。出師：有刑有生，吉凶各半。

Heavenly time lessons and the transmission of the寅 wood generating fire indicate that the fire energy is already floating above, while the water spirit is sunk below. Although the Tiangang points to the position of 未, there will still be more wind than rain. For matters of fame and status, if divined at night, success is certain, but if divined during the day, it will not materialize. For seeking wealth, if divined at night, it is favorable to receive help from a nobleman, and once obtained, one should quickly and bravely withdraw; if divined during the day, it will require great effort and cannot be fully successful. In matters of marriage, both the day stem and day branch are able to generate each other, indicating mutual benefits; however, both the day stem and day branch also bring conflicts and punishments, indicating some shortcomings. The mother and child in pregnancy are both safe. For illness, due to the theft of the day stem by Liu He and Baihu, a weak condition is certain. For travel, both water and land routes are stable, but the journey will definitely be delayed. A traveler encountering Tiangang pointing to 未 will arrive immediately. For lost items, since the Yuanwu is not visible, it is likely not stolen; one should hurry to search and will certainly find it. For military campaigns, there are both conflicts and generation, with equal parts good and bad fortune.

畢法云：互生俱生凡事益。占驗：庚寅十月卯將加午，占日蝕曰：以太歲作游都，臨翌軫發用，勾陳披刑帶殺，楚地當有戰爭之象。彈射有丸，驚憂必重。中傳虎馬居支陰沖剋支神。末傳太陰沖剋太歲，然是旬空，陰謀必敗。又河覆井，虎出林，來年定主風多水澇，後果皆驗。

The *Bi Fa Fu* says: When the Heavenly Stems and Earthly Branches mutually generate and support each other, and both receive benefit, all matters will be beneficial. Records of divination cases state: In the year Gengyin, during the tenth month, with the Earthly Branch Mao as the Month General added to the fifth hour, divination was performed for an eclipse of the sun. The interpretation stated: The Sovereign Year is acting as the "You Du" deity, which is the master of military calamity, governing the regions of the constellations Yi and Zhen, and initiating the transmission. Gou Chen is also accompanied by punishment and killing, indicating signs of warfare in the state of Chu. Since the lesson of shooting has already included the use of projectiles, fear and worries will certainly be severe. The Middle Transmission has the White Tiger and the Post-horse residing in the hidden spirits of the Day Branch, clashing and controlling the Branch God; the Final Transmission has Tai Yin clashing and controlling the Sovereign Year, but it coincides with the empty period of the ten-day cycle, so secret plots will certainly fail. Moreover, the river overflowing the well and the White Tiger emerging from the forest indicate that the following year will certainly have much wind and flooding. Later, these predictions were all fulfilled.

課體：元首，炎上。課義：將土傳火，常人免禍，君子宜占，宅丁傾墮。

This lesson has two patterns: the Sovereign and "Inflaming Ascending." The three transmissions form the fire triad of Yin, Wu, and Xu. The rhyme says: the Heavenly General belongs to earth, while the three transmissions belong to fire. Earth can steal and dissipate the fire's energy, so ordinary people may avoid misfortune; however, a gentleman who divines this is actually suitable. But the dwelling has the Ding spirit, so there may be danger to the house and its inhabitants.

解曰：三傳合為火局，作日之官爻。君子得此，有升擢之兆。常人值此，必遭官訟。幸晝夜天將皆土，盜脫火氣以生日干，故可以免禍。但墓作丁神，臨支克干，定主人災宅墮也。

The three transmissions form the fire triad of Yin, Wu, and Xu, and fire overcomes the metal of Xin. This is the official element for a day with Xin as the stem. A gentleman encountering this lesson is a sign of promotion and appointment; a common person encountering it will certainly face legal disputes. Fortunately, the heavenly generals of both day and night belong to earth, which can steal away the fire energy to generate and support the day stem, thus avoiding disaster. However, the storage (mùkù) also acts as the god of Ding, sitting on the day branch to overcome the day stem, which certainly indicates oral calamity and the collapse of the house and property.

斷曰：元首炎上，文明之象。元遁三傳作甲戊庚三奇，再值四德相加，吉神臨命，真是無往不利，至吉之課也。又為遍地貴人格，主事不歸，反無依倚。或權攝不正，或所委不一，以貴多反不貴也。如夜占又名咄目煞，若貴人咄目專視，反加罪戾，不利告貴，占訟尤凶。

The interpretation states: The ruler of heaven is also fiery, indicating an image of brilliant brilliance. The three transmissions correspond to the heavenly stems that emerge according to the ten-day cycle, precisely matching Jia, Wu, and Geng, the Three Marvels. Furthermore, with the addition of the four virtues and auspicious deities presiding over one's destiny, it is truly a very favorable lesson, with nothing going wrong. However, it also forms the pattern of "numerous noblemen everywhere," where too many noblemen lead to matters having no clear focus or support; or to the assumption of authority without proper justification, or to entrusted tasks being scattered and disorganized. The more noblemen there are, the less esteemed they become. If this is divined at night, this pattern is also called "Duo Mu Sha," meaning the nobleman stares intently at you, leading to added blame and punishment. It is not advisable to report to the nobleman, and especially in matters of litigation, it is particularly ominous.

天時：火局土將，占天不雨。家宅：丁神剋日，人宅懼禍。功名：貴用官旺，占官必得。求財：官旺者財必休。婚姻：才貌相當。胎產：母子皆吉。疾病：午為辛之病地，三傳全鬼，年命有救方吉。出行：水陸俱吉。行人：尚未起程。出師：必能開地千里。遺失：元武臨酉，恐為婢僕所竊。

The heavens show three transmissions forming a fire formation, and the heavenly generals are all of earth type, indicating no rain will come. For the family, the spirit of the day stem is being overcome by the spirit of the fourth heaven, so there will be misfortune for people and the house. In matters of official position, the nobleman is initiating the transmission and the official star is strong, so an official position is certain. For seeking wealth, since the official star is strong, the wealth energy is weak and confined. For marriage, both partners are of equal talent and appearance. For childbirth, mother and child are both auspicious. For illness, since the fire of the fifth heaven is the illness place for the metal of the eighth heaven, and the three transmissions are all ghosts, it will be auspicious only if there is a saving deity in the person's birth year. For travel, both water and land routes are auspicious. The traveler has not yet departed. For military action, it is certain to expand a thousand li of territory. For lost items, since the black tortoise is at the酉 position, it is likely stolen by a servant or maid.

畢法云：眾鬼雖彰全不畏，尊崇傳內遇三奇，課傳俱貴轉無依。指南：己丑正月亥將加卯，占大同吉凶曰：游都居支前，賊符侵酉地，西北兵動無疑。初傳旺相，生合末傳，主奸人內外勾連。中傳月建克末傳，必破城殺將。又旬遁丁神，臨辰之陽，入辰之陰，更有當地盜賊蜂擁而來，終必歸降也。

The "Bifa Fu" says: Although many ghosts and spirits are visible, there is no need to fear them; the noble and exalted position lies in encountering the Three Marvels within the Three Transmissions; if the Four Lessons and Three Transmissions are everywhere filled with Noblemen, then there is nowhere to rely on. The "Liu Ren Zhi Nan" records: In the year Jichou, during the first lunar month, the month general is亥, placed at the卯 hour, to predict the fortune and misfortune of Datong. The divination says: The Youdu is located before the day branch, the贼符 invades the You region, and there will certainly be military movements in the northwest. The first transmission is prosperous and strong, and generates and harmonizes with the final transmission, indicating that conspirators are connecting inside and outside; the middle transmission is the month general and conquers the final transmission, which certainly leads to the breaking of the city and the killing of generals. Adding the丁 god from the ten-day cycle, it first appears at the yang god of the day branch, then enters the yin god of the day branch, and there will also be a surge of local bandits, but in the end they will certainly surrender.

課體：涉害，無祿，不備，亂首。課義：課傳上克，名為無祿，彼此皆怕，就門溷瀆。

This lesson has four patterns: involvement in harm; 'no fortune', where the gods in the four lessons all overcome the lower gods, and the day's fortune is taken away; incompleteness; and 'disordered beginning', where the god of the day's branch is placed on top of the day's stem and then overcomes it, showing a lower god attacking a higher one, causing confusion at the top. The rhyme says: since all four lessons and three transmissions are upper overcoming lower, it is called 'no fortune'; both upper and lower are afraid of each other; the other side comes forward to be disrespectful and offensive.

解曰：四課上神皆克下神，課曰無祿。日干辛金被巳火所克，支神巳火被子水所傷，故彼此皆怕也。巳本支辰，今臨干克干，是為亂首。如上門欺凌，故曰就門溷瀆。

The four lessons all have the upper god overcoming the lower god, so this lesson is called no fortune. The day stem is Xin metal, which is overcome by Si fire. The Si fire in the day branch is also injured by Zi water. Therefore, both upper and lower are afraid of each other. Si, which originally is the branch god of the day branch, now appears on the day stem and turns around to overcome the day stem. This is called disorder at the beginning. It is like someone coming to the door to bully, hence it is called disorder at the door.

斷曰：課名不備，諸事不周，在上者必孤，居下者必散。緣上皆克下，不能忠恕，自然婢僕離散。以致上不能守其祿位，下不能保其妻子也。

The interpretation states: The name of the lesson is incomplete, and all matters are not fully covered. Those in high positions will certainly become isolated, and those in low positions will certainly become scattered. Because the superior deity entirely overpowers the inferior deity, the superior cannot be loyal, generous, or forgiving, and the servants and attendants below will naturally disperse. As a result, those above cannot retain their official position, and those below cannot keep their wives and children.

天時：天罡指畢，水已上升，忽逢未克，雨必不大。家宅：眾叛親離，門衰祚薄，雖見子孫，終必孤獨。功名：既名無祿，何能有官。求財：青合逢空，財爻臨墓，財必不得。婚姻：男亦不佳，女亦不吉。

Heavenly Stems: Jia, Yi, Bing, Ding, Wu, Ji, Geng, Xin, Ren, Gui Earthly Branches: Zi, Chou, Yin, Mao, Chen, Si, Wu, Wei, Shen, You, Xu, Hai Trigrams: Qian (Heaven), Dui (Lake), Li (Fire), Zhen (Thunder), Xun (Wind), Kan (Water), Gen (Mountain), Kun (Earth) Liu He, Azure Dragon, Tiangang (Chen), Net mansion, Storage, Kongwang Heavenly Stems: Jia, Yi, Bing, Ding, Wu, Ji, Geng, Xin, Ren, Gui Earthly Branches: Zi, Chou, Yin, Mao, Chen, Si, Wu, Wei, Shen, You, Xu, Hai Trigrams: Qian (Heaven), Dui (Lake), Li (Fire), Zhen (Thunder), Xun (Wind), Kan (Water), Gen (Mountain), Kun (Earth) Liu He, Azure Dragon, Tiangang (Chen), Net mansion, Storage, Kongwang The heavens indicate that the Tiangang (Chen) points to the Net mansion, which governs rain. Water vapour has already risen, but suddenly the Earthly Branch of Wei (Earth) comes to overcome it, so the rain will not be heavy. The family home faces betrayal by its people, and relatives scatter apart. The household declines, and fortune is shallow. Although descendants are seen, one remains ultimately alone. Since official rank is called withoutofficial stipend (salary), there can be no official position. Seeking wealth, both Azure Dragon and Liu He fall into Kongwang, and the wealth element is located in Storage, so wealth will certainly not be obtained. Marriage is unfavorable for the male partner and also not auspicious for the female.

產孕：胎財坐墓，產必不易；逢生氣猶吉，逢死氣則凶。疾病：病來克人，祿又空絕，蛇虎發用，占幼必死。出行：辰上神剋日上神，行亦不能，去亦不吉。行人：彼尚來歸，此何能反。遺失：元武臨干克干，必為賊劫。然元武戀後坐墓，必不他適，獲之最易。兵戰：御下當寬，攻城不利。

The fetal god and wealth god are seated in the storage position; childbirth will certainly be difficult. If it meets the life qi, it is still favorable, but if it meets the death qi, it will be ominous. For illness, the disease qi reverses to attack people. The禄 god is both empty and cut off. The Teng Snake and White Tiger are in the initiating transmission; predicting the illness of a child indicates certain death. For travel, the god on the day branch attacks the god on the day stem; wanting to go is impossible, and even if one goes, it is not favorable. The person who has left will return, but those here cannot return. For lost items, the Black Tortoise is on the day stem and attacks the day stem; it is certainly stolen by thieves. However, the Black Tortoise is attached to the Heavenly Empress and is seated in the storage position; it is certainly not gone elsewhere, and recovery is easy. In military matters, governing subordinates should be lenient, but attacking a city is unfavorable.

畢法云：干支全傷防兩損，胎財生氣妻懷孕，胎財死氣損胎推。觀月經云：日為尊者父，辰作少年兒，尊者來加子，少年反克之。因名為亂首，老者必低蕤。家內應無禮，官司豈有儀。又課經云：辛巳日子加巳秋占，子為火鬼，夜將乘朱雀克宅，防遭回祿。

The Bei Fa Fu says: When both the day stem and day branch are injured, one should beware of losses on both sides; if the wealth god and the fetal god are riding on life qi, it indicates the wife is pregnant, but if they ride on death qi, it suggests harm to the pregnancy. The Guan Jing Meng says: The day stem is like an elder or father, and the day branch is like a young son. When the elder exerts influence over the son, the son ends up overcoming the elder, which is called "luan shou," meaning the elderly must bow and submit. Without propriety at home, how can there be order in the public domain? The Ke Jing also says: On a Xin Si day, with Zi added to Si, if this is divined in autumn, the water of Zi opposes the fire of the house, making it a ghost, and the heavenly general at night rides the Vermilion Bird to attack the house, so one must beware of fire disasters.

課體：反吟，無依。課義：長生莫舉，就辰濁土，失十得一，勿登貴堵。

This lesson has two patterns: Reverse Chant and No Dependence. The rhyme says: The god of growth is not reliable, so do not try to elevate it further; instead, turn to the nearby position of Chen, which is muddy earth, but even then, you will lose ten parts and gain only one; the nobleman's gate is still not worth striving for.

解曰：巳乃辛金之長生，臨亥受後元之夾克，何能生干。更就辰之濁土，又被戌土所沖，得之無幾。卻被中傳亥水，任意盜脫，所謂得一而失十也。晝貴午臨子，夜貴寅臨申，皆受下神沖剋，求必無益，貴人之門牆，不可登矣。

The fire in the snake (Si) is the place of growth for the metal of Xin, but it is located on the亥 (Hai) position and is squeezed between the Heavenly Empress and the Black Tortoise, which control it. How can it then support the day stem? If we retreat and rely on the nearby position of Chen (the muddy earth), the Chen is itself clashed by Xu earth, so it gains little. Instead, it is freely drained by the middle transmission water in Hai. This is called gaining one part but losing ten. The nobleman of the day, the fire of Wu, is located on Zi, while the nobleman of the night, the wood of Yin, is located on Shen. Both are clashed by the underlying spirits, so seeking their help will bring no benefit. The gate of the nobleman is not reachable.

斷曰：反吟無依，事必反覆。得物必失，敗事乃成。多主改動，又主兩歧。占者狐疑，無所依倚之象也。

The interpretation states: Reverse Chant with no support indicates that matters will certainly be repeated and fluctuating. What is gained will inevitably be lost again; seemingly failed affairs may yet succeed. It often indicates frequent changes and alterations, as well as one matter splitting into two. The person consulting is doubtful and uncertain, indicating a state of lack of support.

天時：天門地戶相通，青龍帶水昇天，定然有雨。家宅：德神受克，尊長有災。功名：官星雖有，被亥所克，貴祿不見，功名不吉。求財：所得不償所失。婚姻：龍后沖剋，占皆不吉。

Heavenly time indicates that亥 is the Heaven Gate and巳 is the Earth Gate; now they are connected, and the Azure Dragon carries water upward to the sky, so rain is certain. For the household, the daily virtue deity represents the elder, but now it is being overcome, so the elder will suffer misfortune. For official rank, although there is an official star, it is overcome by the water of亥, and neither the nobleman nor the禄 deity appears, so official rank is not auspicious. For seeking wealth, due to reverse chant, what is gained is lost again, and the gain does not compensate for the loss. For marriage, because the Azure Dragon and Heavenly Empress, the deities of male and female, are in mutual conflict, both male and female aspects are inauspicious.

胎產：天后為母，六合為子，子母相沖，晝占易產。疾病：寒熱往來，反覆不定。出行：課名斬關，青龍乘馬，往來不已。行人：天罡加季，行者立至。遺失：元武剋日，的是賊竊。盜賊：三傳盡是元武盜神，支上陰陽各乘元盜，謂之遍地皆盜，且盜神作青龍乘馬，恐不能獲。兵戰：反吟課，不利出師。

Childbirth is considered with the Heavenly Empress as the mother and Liu He as the child, with mother and child conflicting and clashing. If divined during the day, childbirth is likely to occur easily. For illness, the condition involves alternating cold and heat, with no clear resolution. For travel, the divination indicates a "Cutting the Gate" lesson, with the Azure Dragon riding the Post-horse, resulting in constant movement without rest. If a traveler is involved, the Tiangang is placed on the position of the four seasons, indicating the traveler will arrive soon. For lost items, since the Black Tortoise overpowers the Day Stem, it is definitely stolen. Regarding thieves, all three transmissions are Black Tortoises, which are gods of theft, and both the yang and yin spirits of the Day Branch also ride the Black Tortoise, called "thieves everywhere." Moreover, the thief god is riding the Azure Dragon with the Post-horse, making it difficult to catch. For military matters, since it is a Reverse Chant lesson, it is unfavorable for military campaigns.

畢法云：兩貴受克難干貴，初遭夾克不由己。精蘊云：巳火為辛金之官星，今被夾克，是官不由己。又巳為辛金之長生，父母亦是身不由己之類。照膽秘訣云：天傾西北日月隨，地陷東南江海歸；巳亥中間常缺欠，重求輕得告君知。

The "Bifa Fu" says: When two noblemen are both restrained, it is difficult to seek help from them; if the first transmission is squeezed by upper and lower forces, one cannot control the matter oneself. The "Liu Ren Jing Yun" says: The fire of巳 is the official star of the metal of辛; now it is squeezed, meaning that one cannot control one's official position;巳 is also the growth of the metal of辛, and growth is like parents; parents also cannot control themselves. The "Zhaochan Miaoji" says: Heaven tends toward the northwest, and the sun and moon follow westward; the earth sinks toward the southeast, and rivers and seas flow there; the line between巳 and亥 is often lacking, effort is heavy but results are light, this is to inform you.

課體：重審，斬關，勵德，不備，斫輪，亂首。課義：課同斫輪，晝虎遁丁，自取亂首，凶動難停。

This lesson has six patterns: Re-examination, Beheading, Encouraging Virtue, Incomplete; "Cutting the Wheel," with the卯 wood placed above the day stem, like using metal to cut wood to make a wheel, indicating that matters start fresh from the beginning; Disarray at the Beginning. The rhyme says: this lesson is the same as Cutting the Wheel. During the day, the White Tiger is present and the Ding spirit is hidden out; the day stem itself goes out and invites disaster from disarray at the beginning; once a凶 matter is set in motion, it cannot be stopped.

解曰：卯加辛用，亦斫輪體也。雖作辛財，晝乘元武，必有失脫。中傳空亡，又為折腰。末傳丁丑，晝夜各乘蛇虎，凶已不可遏矣。辛復往加於巳，受巳炙克，名自取亂首，凶禍自不能停也。

The卯 wood is placed upon the 辛 metal and initiates the transmission, forming the lesson pattern of Zhuo Lun. Although 卯 is the wealth star for 辛, during the day it is accompanied by Yuan Wu, indicating a certain loss or escape. The middle transmission falls into Kong Wang, forming the pattern of Zhéyāo. The final transmission is Dingchou, with the snake accompanying it during the day and the white tiger at night; the凶 trend is already uncontrollable. The 辛 metal then goes on its own to be placed upon the巳 fire, being burned and restrained by the巳 fire, which is called self-invoking chaos. Thus, misfortune naturally continues without end.

斷曰：木器孟成，非金不就。凡事皆新，先憂後喜。卯木加辛，名曰財來就我，急宜取之，遲則戌土反受其克矣。又卯為妻妾，晝乘元武，必因妻妾而失財。戌加於巳，何云受克。緣戌有辛寄，辛金受克故也。然巳火固能克金，亦能生土。凡占吉凶各半，禍福無不自己求之者。

The interpretation says: wooden objects must be shaped with metal tools, so in all matters, one must start anew, first experiencing worry and then joy. The卯 wood is placed on the 辛 metal, which is called "wealth comes to me," so one should act quickly to take advantage of it; if delayed, the 戌 earth will be harmed by the 卯 wood. Moreover, 卯 wood represents wife and concubine, and during the day it is accompanied by the Black Tortoise, so there will certainly be financial loss due to wife and concubine matters. Someone asks: how can 戌 earth being placed on 巳 fire be considered as being harmed? Because the 辛 metal's Lodging Palace is in 戌, and what is actually harmed is the 辛 metal. Although 巳 fire can harm metal, it can also generate earth. Therefore, this divination result has both good and bad outcomes, and whether it is misfortune or fortune, everything is caused by oneself.

天時：天罡加亥，水運乎上，占必有雨。家宅：外面似有進益，卻反虛耗。功名：官祿不見，恐不能得。求財：必有所得，必有所失。婚姻：以夫就妻，不甚美好。胎產：干支上下交克，占者不吉。疾病：金日逢丁，恐難脫體。出行：有輪無馬戀家不行。行人：天罡加亥，尚未啟行。兵戰：晝占盜失，夜占無威。墳葬：丁火臨墓，不吉。

Heavenly Stems are placed on the亥 position with Tiangang, water energy flows above, indicating rain is certain. For the household, it seems there is income, but the卯 wealth is riding on the Black Tortoise, so in reality there is a loss. For official positions, the official star and the禄神 are not present, so it is feared that success is not achieved. For seeking wealth, since wealth comes to me, there is certainly some gain; but since wealth is riding on the Black Tortoise, there is also certain loss. For marriage, the卯 wood is combined with the辛, wealth comes to me, which is like the husband yielding to the wife, not a perfect match. For childbirth, since the heavenly stem and earthly branch mutually control each other, the prediction is not favorable. For illness, when the metal day meets the丁 god, it is feared that recovery is difficult. For travel, there is a wheel but no Post-horse, indicating a strong attachment to home and inability to move. For a traveler encountering Tiangang on the亥 position, he has not yet started his journey. For military affairs, a daytime divination indicates loss of property and attack, while a nighttime divination indicates weak military strength. For burial, with the丁 fire on the Storage position, it is not favorable.

畢法云：金日逢丁凶禍動，不行傳者考初時。古鑑：戊申十一月寅將加酉占妻，曰：日去加辰，夫就妻也。夫長妻少(卯長於戌)，九年相守(巳四戊五)，至第八年(丑數八)，因作生地(丑乃墓地，申乃生地)，與兄弟不足(申乃同類，上見勾陳)，得地而死(丑為卯財故得，內藏丁虎故死)。目下主喪妻，緣磨壓東門，當有再娶之事(卯為東門，申為磨石)。後皆驗。

The *Bi Fa Fu* says: When a day of metal meets the spirit of Ding, misfortune will arise; for a divination lesson where the three transmissions do not move, one should look back at the first transmission and the time of divination. Ancient divination records: In the year of Wushen, during the eleventh lunar month, with the month general of Yin added to the hour of You, the divination about the wife was made. The interpretation said: The day stem has passed over the day branch, indicating the husband yielding to the wife. The husband is older and the wife is younger (Mao is older than Xu), and the couple will remain together for nine years (the number of Si is four, and the number of Wu is five, totaling nine). By the eighth year (the number of Chou is eight), due to the reason of purchasing a burial ground (Chou is the burial ground, and Shen is the birth place), there will be discord with brothers (Shen is the same as the day stem, representing brothers, and Gou Chen is present above). The land is obtained but the person dies (Chou is the wealth of Mao wood, thus obtaining the land, but Chou contains Ding fire and White Tiger, leading to death). Currently, it indicates the loss of the wife, because a grinding stone is pressing on the eastern gate, and there will be another marriage (Mao is the eastern gate, and Shen is the grinding stone). All these predictions later came true.

課體：知一，從革，狡童。課義：晝虎丁丑，凶禍必有，祿空破碎，居家難守。

This lesson has three patterns: "Knowing One" (also called "Comparison and Use"), which refers to when there are multiple instances of贼克 in the four lessons, and the one with the same yin-yang relationship as the day stem is chosen for initiation, emphasizing uniqueness; "From Reform," which occurs when the three transmissions form the metal triad of Si-You-Chou; and "Cunning Boy," indicating improper relationships between men and women and frivolous behavior. The rhyme says: the White Tiger is positioned over Dingchou during the day, indicating certain misfortune; the禄神 falls into emptiness and meets fragmentation, meaning the family cannot be maintained.

解曰：中傳丑土，旬丁所附。夜則乘蛇，晝財乘虎。無論所筮何事，必罹凶禍。宅上龍合乘祿，本乃佳徵。然逢空亡破碎，恐宅必破而資必耗也，故曰居家難守。

The Middle Transmission's Chou earth is exactly where the spiritual force of the current ten-day period's Ding is attached. If it is divined at night with the Teng Snake, or during the day with the wealth star riding the White Tiger, no matter what is being divined, there will certainly be misfortune. In the house, the Azure Dragon and Liu He are riding the禄神, which is a good omen. However, since it meets with Kongwang and broken pieces, the house is likely to break down and the wealth is sure to be exhausted. Therefore, this household is not sustainable.

斷曰：從革狡童，事多更改，發用空祿，喜必虛聲。凡百所占，必皆始虛終實。但中墓末鬼，丁作蛇鬼，是吉則虛，而凶則實也。倘人逢酉命，或時遇仲秋，占官問祿，尚有吉象。晝占簾幕臨日，但惜祿神入墓。

The interpretation states: From transformation and accompanied by a cunning youth, matters tend to undergo many changes; the initiating transmission is a fallen and empty禄神, so joyous events are merely empty names. In general, whatever is divined begins with emptiness and ends with reality. However, the middle transmission is the storage and the final transmission is the official ghost, while the丁神 transforms into the Teng Snake ghost. Thus, the good aspect becomes empty and the bad aspect becomes real. If a person's birth stem is酉 or if it is the middle of the eighth lunar month, divining about official position and salary may show favorable signs. If the divination is done in the daytime, the nobleman is present with the day stem, but unfortunately the禄神 has entered the storage.

天時：天罡在子，畢宿與青合皆空，不能有雨。家宅：外觀富貴，家內難堪。功名：酉命人占，可以必得。求財：可得貴人之財。婚姻：婿必乘龍貴客，女有厚奩虛名。胎產：必生貴子，產母甚吉。疾病：人實病空，冬占甚吉。出行：丁神乘墓，終日奔馳。行人：天罡乘孟，丁神被墓，行人不歸。兵戰：明鬼不懼，將乘元后也；暗鬼難防，將乘蛇虎也。

Heavenly Stems are at the position of Zi, indicating rain. The Net mansion and Azure Dragon, along with Liu He, are all in Kongwang, so rain cannot form. The family appears prosperous on the outside but is actually in poor condition. For those born under the酉 branch, they will certainly achieve success in official positions. In seeking wealth, one can obtain help from a nobleman. In marriage, the son-in-law will be a distinguished guest, while the bride's family will have a reputation of generous dowry. In childbirth, the child will be noble and the mother will have a safe delivery. In illness, the person is strong but the illness is not real, and this is very auspicious in winter. In traveling, due to the presence of the Tiangang at the position of Ding, one will be constantly moving all day. A traveler encountering Tiangang at the position of four Clans and Ding being trapped by the Storage is certain to not return. In military matters, the visible ghosts are not to be feared, as the Heavenly General is riding the Black Tortoise and Heavenly Empress. However, the hidden ghosts are difficult to guard against, as the Heavenly General is riding the Teng Snake and White Tiger.

畢法云：權攝不正祿臨支，貴雖坐獄宜臨干，虎乘遁鬼殃非淺，傳墓入墓分憎愛，合中犯殺蜜中砒。玉成歌云：從魁同虎干支住，宅裡須言有孝人。又云：三傳帶合須干謁，類就其干眾所占。指掌賦云：酉丑巳為獻刃，遠近俱被其傷。

The *Bi Fa Fu* says: When the official star is located in the day branch, it indicates that the authority is not properly established; although the nobleman is seated in the heaven prison of the Chen or Xu positions, if it is located on the day stem, it can still be used; when the white tiger rides on the ghost arising from the ten-day cycle, the calamity is severe; when the three transmissions meet the墓 (burial) and enter the墓 again, one should distinguish between what is disliked and what is loved; if the Liu He (six harmonies) contain Inauspicious Sha (evil killing), it is like honey mixed with arsenic. The *Yu Cheng Ge* says: When Congkui (You) and the white tiger are both on the day stem and day branch, there is an indication of someone in the house mourning. It also says: When the three transmissions include the Liu He, it is suitable to go and request favors from others; when all the deities converge on the day stem, it indicates that people are coming to request from me. The *Zhi Zhang Fu* says: When the three transmissions are酉,丑, and巳, it is called 'sacrificing the knife,' and it will cause harm both near and far.

課體：重審，元胎。課義：虎墓值丁，暗禍來侵，宅中敗走，夜貴真誠。

This lesson has two patterns: Re-examination and Original Womb. The rhyme says: The White Tiger and the Storage meet again with the Ding spirit, indicating hidden misfortunes are coming to invade; someone in the household will ruin the family and run away; only the nobleman appearing at night will genuinely help.

解曰：虎墓臨干，又值旬丁，丁作暗鬼，故曰暗禍來侵。宅上乘申，申上乘亥，亥為辛金之敗氣，必是宅中有敗蕩之人走動也。三傳申既劫財，亥復脫氣，皆非佳境。惟末傳寅木，乃辛金之妻財。晝夜乘太常天乙，暗助辛金，方為真實之益利耳。天空之陰作元武，必有盜賊人宅相欺。

The White Tiger and the Storage are both present on the Day Stem, and this coincides with the Ding spirit of this ten-day period. Ding here is an invisible ghost, so it indicates an unseen misfortune coming in. The house is occupied by the metal of Sheng, and on Sheng there is the water of Hai. Hai is the declining phase of the metal of Xin, showing that there must be a wasteful and reckless person within the house. In the three transmissions, the metal of Sheng takes away wealth, and the water of Hai steals the energy of the Day Stem, which are not good signs. Only the final transmission, the wood of Yin, is the wife and wealth of Xin metal. It is occupied day and night by Tai Chang, which governs food, drink, and wealth, and by the nobleman, secretly supporting the metal of Xin. This is the real benefit. The invisible spirit opposite Tian Kong transforms into the Black Tortoise, indicating that thieves must be entering the house to harass.

斷曰：宅上旬空發用，宅已空虛。墓虎乘丁，臨日作鬼，人復被禍。幸末傳作救，告貴相宜。倘年命乘吉，亦可脫災免患矣。

The judgment states: The deity of the empty period in the house has initiated the transmission, indicating the dwelling is already empty and desolate. The storage and White Tiger are riding on the spirit of Ding, arriving at the day stem as malevolent influences, causing misfortune for people. Fortunately, the final transmission can act as a saving deity; at this time, it is appropriate to report to the nobleman. If the person's birth year and life stem are riding on auspicious deities, they can escape disaster and avoid worries.

天時：天罡指丑，晝龍得水，必主有雨。家宅：必有兄弟子侄之類，敗蕩家業。功名：課體本凶，占官財吉。求財：主得貴人財帛。婚姻：男不佳，女不吉。胎產：天罡加丑，必生惡女，產母乘空，易生且速。疾病：主脾痛或腹痛，卻腎經受病，以致不救。出行：陸路甚凶，水路虛費。行人：天罡加季，驛馬乘龍，行人立至。兵戰：主客皆凶，無功而有害。

Heavenly Stems: Jia, Yi, Bing, Ding, Wu, Ji, Geng, Xin, Ren, Gui Earthly Branches: Zi, Chou, Yin, Mao, Chen, Si, Wu, Wei, Shen, You, Xu, Hai Trigrams: Qian (Heaven), Dui (Lake), Li (Fire), Zhen (Thunder), Xun (Wind), Kan (Water), Gen (Mountain), Kun (Earth) Glossary: Travel = Xingchu Post-horse = Yimǎ Azure Dragon = Qinglong Tiangang = Tiangang (Chen) Final Transmission = Muchuan Nobleman = Guiren Lesson Pattern = Ketǐ Tai Chang = Taichang Heavenly Stems indicate that Tiangang points to the Chou position, and the Azure Dragon in the day has obtained water, which certainly means rain. For the home, since the Sheng and Hai in the house are all signs of decline and disorder, there will certainly be brothers or cousins who ruin the family business. For official rank, the Lesson Pattern is originally凶, but if it is changed to a divination about official position and wealth, it becomes auspicious. For seeking wealth, the Final Transmission is寅 wood riding on Tai Chang and Tianyi, indicating gaining wealth from a nobleman. For marriage, the male side is not good, and the female side is also not auspicious. For childbirth, encountering Tiangang added to Chou indicates a daughter with a rebellious and ill-tempered nature; the mother's side is empty, so the birth is easy and quick. For illness, it indicates pain in the spleen or abdomen, but the root of the illness is damage to the kidney meridian, leading to an inevitable death. For travel, going by land is very dangerous, and going by water is a waste of money. For a traveler, encountering Tiangang added to the fourth season position and the Post-horse riding the Azure Dragon means arrival soon. For military affairs, both the host and guest sides are dangerous, with no merit but only loss.

畢法云：干乘墓虎無占病，虎乘遁鬼殃非淺。三車一覽云：月厭、大煞、天目、墓神、丁神，臨年命日辰，皆主怪異凶災。辛巳日，干上丑，十月占極凶。又云：日墓乘鬼在六處，謂之虎墓，占病，必是積塊，惟空亡尚可治耳。

The Bi Fa Fu says: When the day stem is occupied by the Tomb Spirit (mound spirit) and the White Tiger, do not use it to predict illness; when the White Tiger is riding on the ghost of the ten-day cycle, the calamity is severe. The San Che Yi Lian says: The month aversion, great sha, heavenly eye, mound spirit, and ding spirit, if they appear on the person's birth year or on the day stem and day branch, they indicate strange and ominous disasters; on the day of Xinsi, if the丑 (chou) appears on the day stem, and the question is asked in the tenth month, it is extremely dangerous. It also says: When the day's mound is occupied by a ghost and falls in the sixth position, it is called "Hù Mù" (Tiger Mound), and when used to predict illness, it indicates a hard lump inside the body; only when it falls on the empty position is there still a chance of treatment.

課體：遙克，彈射，出三陽，間傳。課義：彈射助鬼，賴有子水，未土不甘，財寅可委。

This lesson has four patterns: remote overcoming, shooting out; "emerging from three yang," the three transmissions proceed in order from寅 to辰 to午, ascending step by step, with yang energy rising gradually, like a golden carp leaping from the center of the waves; and intermediate transmission. The rhyme says: the wealth star that is overcome by shooting out actually helps the official ghost, fortunately there is子 water to save the situation; the soil in the day branch,未, is unwilling to yield, fortunately the wealth star寅 wood can be entrusted.

解曰：彈射之財，辛不能取，反助起末傳午火，以傷辛干；幸得子水為救，鬼不為禍也。支上未土不甘，欲害子水，乃懼干陰之寅，不敢加害。更喜發用作救，是積財以消禍也，故曰可委。

The remoterestrain of the wealth star by the shooting star fails to capture the辛 metal; instead, it goes on to nourish the final transmission's午 fire, which in turn harms the辛 metal day stem. Fortunately, the子 water comes to rescue, preventing the official ghost from causing trouble. The未 earth in the day branch is unwilling to accept this, wanting to harm the子 water, but fears the寅 wood of the day stem's hidden spirit and dare not act. More fortunately, the initiating transmission also comes to help, accumulating resources to resolve the trouble. Therefore, the寅 wood wealth star can be entrusted.

斷曰：彈射間傳，事皆輕淺，禍福皆由於旁起。像主間隔，且多厄塞。又支干各乘六害，亦主客不和之象也。

The interpretation states: There is a situation of shooting and intermittent transmission, indicating that the matters involved are all light and superficial, with misfortune and fortune arising from the sides. The hexagram indicates there is a middle obstruction and many difficulties and blockages. Furthermore, the day stem and day branch each ride upon the six harmful spirits, which also indicate a lack of harmony between the host and the guest.

天時：箕畢乘干支之陰神，天罡臨於寅上，風多雨少之象。家宅：人宅相害，焉能致祥。功名：官貴被干上神克去，日祿又空，占官不吉。求財：藉他人之財，弭自己之患則可，若問入巳，恐不能取。婚姻：男女相害，皆不甚吉。

The celestial mansions of Ji Xu (Winnowing Basket) which govern wind and Bi Xu (Net) which govern rain are riding on the hidden spirits of the day stem and day branch. The Tiangang is also present at the寅 position, indicating a situation of more wind than rain. The family residence is in a state where the person and the house mutually hinder each other, so how can auspiciousness be attracted? For official positions, the official star and nobleman are being overcome by the spirits above the day stem, and the day's fortune falls into emptiness, indicating an inauspicious omen for official matters. For seeking wealth, borrowing money from others to alleviate one's misfortune is still acceptable, but if asking whether one can gain wealth for oneself, it is likely that it cannot be obtained. For marriage, the man and woman mutually hinder each other, and this is not auspicious.

胎產：子母作害，產不甚吉。疾病：賴有良醫，不至困甚。失脫：為婢僕所竊，晝僕夜婢。出行：行人與所去之地不甚相宜，馬又不見，恐不能行。行人：人與宅不和而且害，天罡加孟，更兼無馬，行人不歸。兵戰：彈射利客，夜占亦吉。

In matters of childbirth, mother and child mutually hinder each other, and the birth is not auspicious. For illness, there is a good doctor, so it will not reach a critical condition. If something is stolen, it is likely taken by a servant or maid. If the divination is done during the day, it refers to a servant; if at night, it refers to a maid. For travel, the person going out and the destination are not in harmony, and the post-horse does not appear, so the journey may not proceed. For a traveler, the person and the house are not in harmony and are harmful; the Tiangang falls on the four young months, and there is no post-horse, so the traveler will not return. In military affairs, it is a lesson of shooting, favorable to the guest side, and it is also auspicious at night.

畢法云：彼此猜忌害相隨，空上逢空事莫追。秘要云：子加辛干，日之脫氣，又乘天空，為脫空神。凡占皆無中生有，全無實際。又干上子，支上未，支干上神作六害，主彼此各相猜忌。括囊賦云：害挾太常，動止則尊親有訝。指掌賦云：寅辰午為出三陽，金鯉波中。

The "Bi Fa Fu" says: mutual suspicion and hatred arise because of the six harmful influences; if there is another kongwang on top of kongwang, there is no need to pursue further. The "Liu Ren Mi Yao" says: if the water of zi is placed on the day stem of xin metal, it is the day stem's loss of energy, and if it is also accompanied by tian kong, it becomes the "tuo kong shen," and whatever is divined will be something imagined out of nothing, with no real substance. It also says: if the day stem is zi and the day branch is wei, the heavenly stem and earthly branch form the six harmful influences, indicating that both parties are suspicious of each other. The "Kuo Nang Fu" says: the six harmful spirits accompanied by tai chang will cause the elders and ancestors to doubt and be surprised by every action. The "Zhi Zhang Fu" says: the three transmissions of yin, chen, and wu are called the three yang, like a golden carp leaping out of the water's center.

課體：遙克，蒿矢，進茹。課義：蒿矢帶金，射中傷身，虛驚定有，守默因循。

This lesson has three patterns: remote overcoming, arrow with metal tip, and advancing to eat. The rhyme says: an arrow made of grass with a metal tip can still injure when it hits; there will certainly be a false alarm; it is only suitable to remain silent and maintain the existing situation, following the course of events and waiting.

解曰：蒿矢射人，本不為害。末傳見申金，矢已有鏃，射必傷人。幸值申空，又為遺鏃，雖不中傷，虛驚難免。孟有舉動，又逢羅網，只可靜待，聽彼亥子脫盜，因循守困而已。

A bow made of wormwood shoots an arrow that would not normally hurt. However, the final transmission shows the presence of the metal element of Shen, which means the arrow is now fitted with a tip, and will certainly cause injury. Fortunately, the metal of Shen is in the empty period, so the tip of the arrow falls off again, and although there is no actual harm, there is still a false alarm. If one wishes to take action, they are caught in a trap of heaven and earth, and can only wait quietly, allowing the water of Hai and Zi to drain the energy of the day stem. This is a situation of following the course of events and being confined without progress.

斷曰：遙克蒿矢，始若雷吼，後必漸消。事主虛遠，禍福皆輕。又四課之陰陽，亥午自刑，子未相害，子午相沖，亥子克午火，未土克亥水，交相沖克，彼此牽制，各立門戶，乖戾之極。更不止賓主不投，夫妻反目也。

The interpretation says: This is a lesson of distant control and shooting arrows, beginning with a thunderous sound, but eventually it will gradually dissipate. The matter is empty and distant, with light fortune or misfortune. Now looking at the yang and yin spirits of the four lessons:亥 and 午 are self-punishment, 子 and 未 are harmful, 子 and 午 are in conflict, the two waters of 亥 and 子 overcome the fire of 午, and the earth of 未 also turns back to overcome the water of 亥. The interactions between upper and lower are all about conflict and control, mutually restraining, each guarding their own domain, reaching the extreme of discord. What this indicates is not only that the host and guest are not in harmony, but even husband and wife will turn against each other.

天時：火被水制，水被土傷，不晴不雨。家宅：卯月日占，宅有孝服。功名：官星與貴人相併發用，求貴固宜，然三傳遞生日上之亥水，亥水制官，反為不美。婚姻：極不相宜。求財：財爻不現，縱得有失。胎產：子母皆凶。疾病：主吐血，心經有病，難愈。出行：馬已臨身，不得不行。行人：驛馬臨干，行者速歸。兵戰：各有損益，終為客勝。

Heavenly conditions show fire being restrained by water, and water being harmed by earth, resulting in neither clear weather nor rain. For the household, if the question is asked in the month of卯 and on the day of卯, there will be a mourning event within the house. For official rank and government positions, the official star and nobleman are both in the initiating transmission, which is suitable for seeking the nobleman. However, the three transmissions proceed continuously to the亥 water on the day stem, and the亥 water then restrains the official star, which is not favorable. For marriage, there are mutual conflicts, clashes, and harms among the four lessons, making it extremely unsuitable. For seeking wealth, the wealth element does not appear; even if obtained, it will be lost. For pregnancy and childbirth, both mother and child are in danger. For illness, it indicates coughing up blood, with the disease affecting the heart meridian and being difficult to cure. For travel, since the post-horse is already present, one will have to go even if not willing. For a traveler, since the post-horse is on the day stem, the person who has left will return soon. For military affairs, both sides have gains and losses, and ultimately the visiting side will win.

畢法云：所謀多拙逢羅網。占驗：戊申十一月寅將加丑，占孫讀書，曰：干上亥作元武，一金生兩水，重重盜氣，當有老人遺洩之疾。宅既克干，干又自脫，不特前程難得，宜當夭亡。指南：占行人，曰：已起程矣，丙戌日到。蓋驛馬臨干，貴人入辰，又蒿矢為用，行人速來。馬臨絕地，又為用之墓絕，故到。

The "Bifa Fu" says: Most plans are clumsy because they have encountered the heavenly net and earthly trap. In divination records, on the year Wushen, in the eleventh lunar month, with the hour of yin as the month general added to the hour of chou, the divination about a grandson's studies was interpreted as: The water of the day stem is riding on the Black Tortoise, one metal is generating two waters, and all are of a stealing and leaking nature, so the elderly in the family will suffer from leakage disease. Since the dwelling is in conflict with the day stem, and the day stem itself is in a state of leakage, not only will the person's official career be difficult to achieve, but this child may die young. The "Lunin Zhi Nan" records divination about a traveler, stating: He has already started his journey, arriving on the day of bingxu. Because the post-horse is on the day stem, the nobleman is in the day branch, and the蒿矢 is the initiating transmission, the traveler will come quickly. However, the post-horse is in the place of extinction, and that is also the place of extinction for the initiating transmission deity, so he will arrive on time.

課體：伏吟，自任，杜傳。課義：祿上空常，財祿可傷，倘若他逐，暗傷不睦。

This lesson has three types: Hidden Chant; 'Self-Reliance', which in a Hidden Chant lesson on a Yang day uses the god above the day stem to initiate the transmission, indicating a strong and self-willed nature; and 'Blocked Transmission', where the three transmissions mutually punish and harm each other, leading to blockage. The rhyme says: if the禄神 is above with Tian Kong during the day or Tai Chang at night, both wealth and禄 will be harmed; if one ignores this and pursues something else, it will result in hidden harm and discord at home.

解曰：旺祿臨身發用，晝乘天空，夜乘太常，祿被天將所傷，且又帶刑，甚覺難守。未免就中傳之財，不知午火又臨於劫財之上，是財復受傷，故曰財祿可傷。財祿雖傷，尚宜謹守，終有所益。若或棄此而改圖，必就末傳之子水。子乃網羅羊刃，又是敗氣劫財，沖午克午，暗中相傷，豈有一點和氣乎。

A strong禄神 is present at the initiating transmission, but during the day it is accompanied by 「Tian Kong」 (a general associated with deception and falsehood), and at night by Tai Chang. The禄神 is injured by the Heavenly General and also carries a刑, making it very difficult to hold on. Thus, it inevitably turns to the middle transmission's wealth star, but it is unaware that the午 fire is positioned over the劫财, causing the wealth to be injured as well. Therefore, both wealth and禄 are injured. Although wealth and禄 are injured, one should still be cautious in holding on, as there may still be some benefit. If one abandons this path and seeks another, it will inevitably turn to the final transmission's子 water. 子 is both a net and a Yangren, representing a defeated劫财. It冲 and克 the午 fire, causing hidden injuries, and there is no trace of harmony left.

斷曰：伏吟自任，剛暴自用，任其所刑，必成過愆。今者自刑，乃為杜傳，有杜塞不通之象。

The interpretation states: Hidden Chant and taking self as the subject, the person is strong-willed, impetuous, and self-opinionated. If this punishment and harm continue unchecked, it will inevitably lead to mistakes and faults. Now, the three transmissions are mutually punishing and harming each other, forming Du transmission, indicating an obstruction and blockage.

天時：天罡居於本位，水火相參，忽雨復晴，既晴復雨之象。家宅：宅乘自刑，必有所傷，復乘后合，陰私難免。功名：日祿與日德發用，初必得意，後不稱心。求財：有得有失。婚姻：男不佳，女不吉。胎產：七月占胎，必然妻孕，難免刑傷。疾病：恐患不語、呻吟之症。出行：網羅居末，又無丁馬，不動之象。行人：本家暫出，可歸。兵戰：晝占欺詐，夜占稍可。

Heavenly Stems: Jia, Yi, Bing, Ding, Wu, Ji, Geng, Xin, Ren, Gui Earthly Branches: Zi, Chou, Yin, Mao, Chen, Si, Wu, Wei, Shen, You, Xu, Hai Trigrams: Qian (Heaven), Dui (Lake), Li (Fire), Zhen (Thunder), Xun (Wind), Kan (Water), Gen (Mountain), Kun (Earth) Glossary: Travel = Chuxing The Post-horse = Yimǎ Heavenly Empress = Tianhou Liu He = Liuhe Tiangang (Chen) = Tiangang Final Transmission = Muchuan Initiating Transmission = Fuyong Self-Punishment = Zixing Heavenly Stems are positioned with Tiangang resting in its own place, and water and fire are mixed together, indicating a sudden rain followed by clear skies, or clear skies followed by rain. For the family home, because the occupant is riding Zixing, there will certainly be damage; also riding Tianhou and Liuhe, private matters are unavoidable. For official rank, with the day's禄 and 德 initiating transmission, one will initially be successful, but later will not be satisfied. For seeking wealth, there will be both gains and losses. For marriage, the male is not favorable, and the female is also not auspicious. For pregnancy, if one divines in the seventh month, the wife will certainly be pregnant, but there will be unavoidable injuries. For illness, one may suffer from a condition where one cannot speak and can only moan. For travel, because the net falls in the final transmission, and there is no Ding spirit or Yimǎ, it is a sign of immobility. The traveler is merely a relative temporarily away and will return. For military affairs, divining during the day shows more deceit, while divining at night is slightly better.

畢法云：胎財生氣妻懷孕(七月占)，胎財死氣損胎推(正月占)。占驗：十月寅將加寅占升轉，曰：現在食祿，又兼太常，主有兼職，卻未升轉。幸得監司懇告解任，蓋子午乃官貴往來之所，亦監司之家。月建前神，亦為監司，必懇於此解任也，果然。

The *Bi Fa Fu* says: If the spirit of wealth and the spirit of offspring ride on life qi, it indicates the wife is pregnant (as in the seventh month); if they ride on death qi, it suggests the pregnancy is harmed (as in the first month). Records of divination cases state: In the tenth month, with the寅 (Yin) as the month general placed at the寅 (Yin) hour, the divination about promotion and transfer was interpreted as: currently enjoying salary, and also accompanied by Tai Chang, indicating having a part-time position but not yet promoted or transferred; fortunately, someone from the supervisory authority will plead on his behalf to relieve his position. This is because the Zi (Water) and Wu (Fire) positions are where officials and dignitaries pass through, which are also where the supervisory authority resides; the god preceding the month builder also represents the supervisory authority, so it is certain that one must appeal to this person to relieve his post. Later events indeed proved this to be true.

課體：元首，退茹，六儀，斬關。課義：關隔頻頻，虎戌臨身，退求生意，空亡後蹲。

This lesson has four patterns: Yuan Shou, Tui Ru; "Six Instruments," the branch of the beginning of the current ten-day period is the instrument god (Renwu belongs to the Jiaxu ten-day period, and Xu is the instrument of the period), obtaining it indicates there is protection; Zhan Guan. The rhyme says: the pass is blocked one after another; the White Tiger rides on the Xu earth and presses on the day stem; wanting to retreat to seek a chance for survival, but the rear is blocked by an empty void.

解曰：戌加亥發用，為魁度天門，凡占皆主阻隔。戌土作白虎臨干克干，諸事皆極凶險，急切不能逃避。未免退歸申酉金地以求生，又逢空陷。真是前不能進，後不能生，進退無門之象也。幸第四課辰蛇一沖，凶危可散。

The Hekui (Xu) is placed on Hai and initiates the transmission, called "Kui Du Tian Men." Whatever is divined in this case indicates obstruction. The Xu earth transforms into the White Tiger and is placed over the Day Stem, thus attacking the Day Stem. All matters become extremely dangerous and cannot be avoided at once. Therefore, one is forced to retreat to the metal regions of Shen and You in search of a way out, but those regions are empty and trapped. Truly, there is no way forward and no way to survive by retreating, indicating a situation of being trapped with no escape. Fortunately, the Chen earth in the fourth lesson, riding the Teng Snake, comes to clash with this, thus dispersing the danger.

斷曰：六儀斬關，本為行動之吉象。今逢關隔退茹，則寸步難行。且虎作明鬼，晝夜隨身而不舍，危亦甚矣。倘逢申酉月將，與申酉月建，始不言凶。

The interpretation says: The Six Instruments combined with cutting the gate are originally auspicious signs indicating favorable action; but now they meet with obstruction and retreat, making it impossible to move even a step. Moreover, the White Tiger transforms into a ghost in the open, following people day and night without leaving, which is a serious danger. If it meets the Month General or Month Builder of Shen or You, then it may not be considered凶.

天時：課名關隔，晴不見日，陰不見雨。家宅：晝占為貴人臨宅，家有貴人則吉，無貴人則凶。功名：催官使者發傳，官必速得，後恐不吉。求財：財爻不見，龍常皆空，財不能得。婚姻：晝夜皆乘白虎，男必兇暴；晝占女貴，夜占女凶。胎產：日上乘陽，上強下弱，產必生男。疾病：必是肺虛腎竭之疾，恐難脫體。出行：馬臨空陷，出旬始行。行人：天罡加巳，尚未啟行。兵戰：晝夜皆凶。

Heavenly conditions are obstructed due to the name of the divination lesson. On clear days, the sun is not visible, and on rainy days, rain does not fall. For the home, during the day, a nobleman is present, so if there is already a nobleman in the family, it is auspicious, but if there is no nobleman, it is inauspicious. For official positions, the combination of戌 and亥 is the messenger for promotion, so an official position will certainly be obtained soon, but after obtaining it, there may be misfortune. For seeking wealth, the wealth element does not appear, and both the Azure Dragon and Tai Chang are in empty positions, so wealth cannot be obtained. For marriage, both day and night are marked by the White Tiger, indicating the man will be violent. During the day, the woman is respected, but at night, the woman will be in danger. For childbirth, the day stem is occupied by a yang spirit, with the upper element strong and the lower weak, so a son is certain. For illness, the戌 earth White Tiger overcomes the壬 water, and the申酉 gold is in an empty and trapped position, indicating a disease of lung deficiency and kidney exhaustion, which is likely to be difficult to recover from. For travel, the post-horse is in an empty and trapped position, so one must wait until after this month to start. For a traveler, the Tiangang is added to巳, meaning the person has not yet started. For military affairs, the White Tiger and ghost spirits accompany day and night, which is inauspicious both day and night.

畢法云：魁度天門關隔定，干乘墓虎毋占病，不行傳者考初時，虎臨干鬼凶速速，催官使者赴官期。精蘊云：戌加亥，旦墓皆乘白虎，占病多是隔食隔氣，或是邪祟，下之為佳。諸占皆不脫關隔二字，猶之乎駕舟楫而登劍閣，御輜重而過江津也。

The *Bifa Fu* says: When Hekui crosses the heavenly gate, the matter of separation is determined; if the day stem is occupied by the tomb deity White Tiger, do not use it to divinate illness; if the three transmissions do not move, examine the first transmission and the time of divination; if White Tiger is on the day stem and transforms into a ghost, misfortune comes quickly; when the official promoter appears, it marks the date of taking office. The *Liu Ren Jing Yun* says: When戌 is placed on亥, during the day, both the tomb deity and White Tiger are present, and divination of illness often indicates difficulty in eating, blockage of qi, or interference by malevolent spirits; using methods to purge downward is advisable. All such divinations revolve around the concept of "separation." It is like sailing a boat to climb Jiange or driving a heavily loaded cart across Jiangjin.

課體：元首，斬關，間傳。課義：陽拱陽神，兩貴為鄰，辰酉合定，酒色敗身。

This lesson has three patterns: the supreme ruler, the cutting gate, and the intermediate messenger. The rhyme says: the yang deity is positioned at the yang place, with two noblemen residing on either side as neighbors; when the hour and the酉 sign combine, the matter is decided, indicating a person who is fond of wine and women and thus destroys themselves.

解曰：支神為宅，宅之左右為鄰。壬日以巳卯為貴人，今巳卯居於辰之左右，而支神陰陽，得寅辰午三陽間拱晝夜貴人在內，豈非陽拱陽神，兩貴為鄰乎。酉臨亥上，得水為酒，又為女子。辰即勾陳，乃私孟之神。辰酉相合，自然戀酒貪色矣。何以言敗？蓋辰為水墓，酉為敗地故也。

The day branch represents the house, and the left and right of the house are the neighbors. On a day of Ren, the branches Si and Mao are considered the day and night noblemen. Now, Si and Mao are exactly on either side of Chen. Moreover, the yang spirit and yin spirit of the day branch are flanked by the three yang positions Yin, Chen, and Wu, enclosing the day and night noblemen in the middle. This is precisely the situation of yang supporting yang spirits, with the two noblemen as neighbors. When You is located on Hai, it gains water and becomes wine. You also represents a woman. Chen is Gou Chen, the deity of private desires. When Chen and You combine, they naturally lead to a desire for wine and women. Why is it said that this leads to downfall? Because Chen is the storage place for water, and You is the place of bathing and decline.

斷曰：課名斬關，發用天梁，利遁逃，宜隱逸，乃行旅之象。此課干支自刑，未免傷身，又自相合，且后合重重，必有陰私，禍非外來，必由自致。

The interpretation states: This lesson is called "Cutting the Gate," with the initiating transmission being Tian Liang. It is suitable for hiding, retreating, and living in seclusion, indicating the image of traveling away from home. Both the day stem and day branch carry self-punishment, inevitably causing harm to oneself; the stem and branch also harmonize with each other, and with the successive appearance of Tian Hou and Liu He, there must be matters of private affairs. The misfortune does not come from outside, but is certainly self-inflicted.

天時：天罡指午，風伯發用，有風無雨。家宅：支於自刑，全無和氣。功名：末傳晝夜乘龍虎，占官可得。求財：財爻不見，青龍作鬼，取之甚難。婚姻：男不佳，女不吉。胎產：子母相合，又且自刑，三傳逆布，占產不吉。疾病：晝占病凶，夜占病減。出行：水陸路俱不佳。行人：天罡加仲，行者半途。兵戰：初傳克末傳，利客不利主。

Heavenly Stems: Jia, Yi, Bing, Ding, Wu, Ji, Geng, Xin, Ren, Gui Earthly Branches: Zi, Chou, Yin, Mao, Chen, Si, Wu, Wei, Shen, You, Xu, Hai Trigrams: Qian (Heaven), Dui (Lake), Li (Fire), Zhen (Thunder), Xun (Wind), Kan (Water), Gen (Mountain), Kun (Earth) Tiangang points to the Wu position in the heavens. Wind Deity initiates the first transmission, but there is only wind without rain. The household is afflicted by self-punishment of the day stem and day branch, with no harmony. For official positions, the final transmission has both day and night occupied by Azure Dragon and White Tiger, indicating the possibility of obtaining an official post. For seeking wealth, the wealth element does not appear, and Azure Dragon turns into a ghost, making it difficult to obtain wealth. For marriage, both the stem and branch are self-punishing and have multiple subsequent combinations, indicating inauspiciousness for both the male and female sides. For childbirth, although the child and mother are compatible, they are self-punishing, and the three transmissions are arranged in reverse order, indicating an inauspicious omen for childbirth. For illness, daytime divination indicates a severe condition, while nighttime divination suggests a reduction in severity. For travel, the stem and branch are self-punishing and injurious to the body, making both water and land travel unfavorable. For a traveler, Tiangang is added to the four central positions, indicating the traveler is still on the way. For military affairs, the first transmission overcomes the final transmission, indicating advantage for the guest side and disadvantage for the host side.

畢法云：空上逢空事莫追，賓主不投刑在上。指掌賦云：寅子戌為冥陰格，蓋寅為日出之方，子戌陰氣盛旺，自寅傳戌有陽退入陰之象。凡占自明入暗，猶防暗損，占官最凶。

The "Bi Fa Fu" says: If Kongwang appears again on Kongwang, there is no need to pursue further; the reason the guest and host do not get along is because the punishment falls on the upper god. The "Zhi Zhang Fu" says: If the three transmissions are寅, 子, and 戌, it is called "Ming Yin Ge," because寅 is the direction where the sun rises, while 子 and 戌 are where the Yin energy is strongest. From寅 to 戌, there is an appearance of Yang energy retreating into Yin. Whenever a divination shows a transition from light to darkness, one should be cautious of losses in the dark, and this is especially dangerous for matters concerning official positions.

課體：元首，元胎。課義：虛生難靠，往臨脫耗，天將宜詳，旦貴勿告。

This lesson has two patterns: the original head and the original embryo. The rhyme says: that point of generating and supporting is empty and unreliable; proceeding forward, one meets only depletion and loss; the Heavenly General one rides upon must be carefully distinguished; the nobleman of the day should not be reported to.

解曰：申金本生壬水，臨於甚善，但逢旬空，是以不足相靠。初傳往臨，既值空鄉，又為破碎。再投中傳，復為脫氣，是往臨其脫耗也。末投壬祿，既被空勾土將相剋，又與支上卯木併力脫干，而旦占則貴人又坐空亡，告之何益乎。

Shen metal is naturally able to generate Ren water, and when it is placed on the day stem, it is very favorable. Unfortunately, it is exactly at the旬空, so it is unreliable. The first transmission falls into an area of kongwang, and also brings brokenness. The second transmission to the third transmission becomes a flow of depletion, so the entire course is marked by depletion. The final transmission points to the禄神 of Ren water, but it is attacked by Tian Kong and Gou Chen, two earth-type heavenly generals, and also combines with the卯 wood in the day branch to steal and deplete the day stem. Moreover, during daytime divination, the nobleman is also seated on kongwang, so even if he reports, it is of no use.

斷曰：元首元胎，事方基始。發用旬空，凡占不實。或因妻失財，或因子致脫。相合者空亡，相刑者實在，好事去而惡事存也。

The interpretation states: The beginning and the origin, the matter has just laid its foundation. The initiating transmission deity falls into the void of the ten-day cycle, so whatever is divined does not materialize. Either loss of wealth due to the wife, or loss due to children. The matching aspect falls empty, while the conflicting aspect turns out true. Good things depart, while bad things remain.

天時：水母已空，天罡指未，有風無雨。家宅：人空宅傷，雖貴何益。功名：官爻不見，貴空祿克，占官不吉。求財：財已落空，安能有得。婚姻：男空女刑，占皆不吉。胎產：子空母刑，孕產皆凶。疾病：人空病實，賴末有救。出行：水陸路俱防傷損。行人：馬空不至。出師：晝吉夜凶。

The heavenly stem of water has its mother god fallen vacant, and the Tiangang points to the position of Wei, indicating wind but no rain. The family dwelling shows the person fallen vacant and the house injured; even with a nobleman present, it brings no benefit. For official positions, the official star does not appear, the nobleman is vacant, and the禄神 is attacked, indicating an unfavorable omen for official matters. Seeking wealth, since the wealth star is vacant, there will be no gain. For marriage, the male partner is vacant and the female partner carries a punishment, making it unfavorable for either party. For childbirth, the child star is vacant and the mother carries a punishment, making both pregnancy and childbirth dangerous. For illness, the person is weak but the disease is strong; the only hope lies in the final transmission having a saving god. For travel, both water and land routes should be cautious of injury. For a traveler, since the post-horse is vacant, the person will not arrive. For military action, it is favorable during the day but unfavorable at night.

畢法云：費有餘而得不足，苦去甘來樂里悲。古鑑：己酉二月戌將加丑，占幼童病，曰：初傳巳火，末傳亥水，主上熱下冷。中傳寅木，主風氣擊搏。巳火傷金，又主下部不通。因食醐冷物，致傷肺金，遂成下胚上喘之症。申金本可生壬水，奈遇旬空，謂之見生不生。申七亥四，恐二十八日不能過也。悉驗。

The *Bifa Fu* says: Expenditure exceeds income, yet the gain is insufficient; after hardship comes joy, but within the joy there is sorrow. Ancient divination records state: In the Jiyou year, second month, with Xu as the month general added to the Chou hour, a divination was made about a child's illness. The interpretation said: The first transmission is Si fire, the final transmission is Hai water, indicating fever above and cold below. The middle transmission is Yin wood, indicating wind rushing and colliding. Si fire injures the lung metal, and also indicates obstruction below. This is because consuming cold and raw food injured the lung metal, resulting in obstruction below and shortness of breath above. Shen metal should normally generate Ren water, but due to the旬空 (decade void), it is called "seeing generation but not generating." The number of Shen is seven, and the number of Hai is four; their product is twenty-eight, so it is feared that the illness will not last beyond twenty-eight days. Later, all the predictions came true.

課體：重審，六儀，炎上，勵德。課義：交互傳合，遞互相脫，財化成鬼，凶化難遏。

This lesson has four patterns: Re-examination, Six Instruments, Ascending Fire, and Cultivating Virtue. The rhyme says: the three transmissions and the day stem and day branch intersect and combine with each other; they also gradually steal and drain from each other; the wealth star has transformed into the official ghost; this transformation is extremely凶, and it cannot be stopped.

解曰：寅與亥合，午與未合，卯與戌合，三傳作三合。中傳又與干合，是為交互傳合也。寅木脫干，未土脫支，初傳脫支，末傳脫干，是為遞互相脫也。三傳作火局，本為日干之財，奈生干上未土，反來克干，是財已化鬼。其所化者甚凶而難遏，故曰凶化難遏也。

Yin and Hai combine, Wu and Wei combine, Mao and Xu combine; the three transmissions pair up to form combinations. The middle transmission also combines with the day stem, which is called mutual transmission combination. Yin wood steals and drains the day stem, Wei earth steals and drains the day branch, the first transmission steals and drains the day branch, and the final transmission steals and drains the day stem; this is called mutual draining. The three transmissions form the Yin-Wu-Xu fire trinity. Originally, this should be the wealth star for a Ren water day stem, but it instead nourishes the Wei earth on the day stem. The Wei earth then turns back to restrain the day stem, so the wealth has turned into official ghost. The official ghost produced is extremely凶 and hard to stop, so it is said that the凶 has turned into something difficult to restrain.

斷曰：重審炎仁，事屬於逆。占主文書，或言爐冶。有合有散，有喜有嗔，課名閉口，用宜緘默。又係交車脫合，其中各懷欺騙，乃笑裡藏刀之象也。

The interpretation states: After re-examining, it forms a pattern of fire ascending, indicating matters that areretrograde (reverse movement). The affairs are mostly related to documents or occupations involving furnaces and smelting. There are both gatherings and separations, joy and anger; the lesson is named "Closed Mouth," suggesting that silence is appropriate at this time. Also, because it involves mutual separation and connection, there is deceit within, resembling the image of a knife hidden in a smile.

天時：三傳火局，生土克水，天罡指陽，晴而不雨。家宅：干支互生，人宅兩旺，彼此相滋之象。功名：財旺生官，占官必得。求財：財已化鬼，未必能得。婚姻：彼此相合，必締朱陳，陰陽相刑，刑傷必有。胎產：傳逢三合，產必遲延。疾病：病症克人，三合六合，病難脫體。出行：合而又合，驛馬不見，難於啟行。行人：有所貪戀，不能即歸。兵戰：宜夜不宜晝。

The heavens show a fire trinity formed by the three transmissions of Yin, Wu, and Xu, with fire generating earth and earth returning to overcome water. The Tiangang points to the yang position, indicating clear skies and no rain. The family residence benefits from the mutual generation between the day stem and day branch, showing prosperity in people and property, a sign of mutual nourishment. In terms of official rank, wealth can generate officials, so obtaining official position is certain. However, seeking wealth results in wealth transforming into officials and ghosts, making it unlikely to obtain. Marriage shows mutual harmony, ensuring a union of the kind between families; yet there is mutual conflict between yin and yang, so injuries are unavoidable. Childbirth is delayed due to the three transmissions encountering triple harmony, causing obstruction. Illness is indicated by the illness overcoming the person, with triple harmony and Liu He complicating the situation, making recovery difficult. Travel is hindered by repeated harmonies and the absence of the post-horse, making departure difficult. A traveler is delayed due to attachments, unable to return immediately. In military matters, the day general belongs to earth and harms the stem, so it is better to act at night rather than during the day.

畢法云：萬事喜忻三六合，合中犯殺蜜中砒，交車相合交關利。課經云：冬月丑將加巳，日辰旺氣遇三合六合，交車合者，為和美課。最宜交關財利，主人情和悅，全無障礙。有人相助，雖有鬼殺，亦不能阻也。

The "Bifa Fu" says: All things bring joy when there is triple harmony and six harmonies; however, if harmony is mixed with Inauspicious Sha, it is like sweet honey mixed with arsenic; when the heavenly stem and earthly branch cross and harmonize, it is favorable for trade and commerce. The "Ke Jing" says: In the month of winter, with Chou as the month general added to the time of Si, if the day stem and day branch are strong and meet triple harmony and six harmonies, the transaction is harmonious and mutually beneficial, which is called "Hemei Ke," most suitable for trade and seeking wealth; the master is harmonious and joyful, with no obstacles, and there is help from others. Even if there are ghosts and killers, they cannot prevent it.

課體：重審，不備，贅婿。課義：支財就日，夜元空失，熟視其中，占尊不吉。

This lesson has three patterns: Re-examination and Incompleteness, and "赘婿" (a son-in-law). The day stem is attacked by the day branch's heavenly stem, like a man entering a woman's family as a son-in-law, depending on others. The rhyme says: the day stem's wealth star comes to it itself, but at night it is accompanied by the Black Tortoise, falls into Kongwang and is lost. Carefully examine the connection between these, if asking about elders, it is not auspicious.

解曰：午乃支財，臨於日上。夜占乘元，不免空失矣。熟視末傳之申金，乃日子之長生父母。晝乘元武，夜乘白虎。初傳午火克之，中傳丑土墓之，又復空陷。若占尊長，豈云吉乎。

The fire of the hour branch is the wealth star for the day stem, and it is now affecting the day stem directly. At night, it is riding on the Black Tortoise, which inevitably leads to emptiness and loss. Now looking more closely at the final transmission, which is the metal of the monkey, this is the place of growth for the water day stem, like a parent. During the day it rides on the Black Tortoise, and at night it rides on the White Tiger. The initial transmission of the fire of the horse comes to overcome it, and the middle transmission of the earth ox takes it into the storage place. Moreover, the self is in an empty and fallen position. Using such a divination to predict matters concerning elders, how can it be considered auspicious?

斷曰：課體不備，事物不全，初傳午火，下被亥克，上被元后所克，謂之夾克，乃是財不由己。雖則不能由己，卻又推之不去，終不相離。緣四課不離於三傳，三傳不出於四課故也。支加干被克，為贅婿課，有田宅相連事。

The interpretation states: the lesson pattern is incomplete, and the matter is not fully covered. The first transmission is the fire of午, which is below and is overcome by亥 water, and above and is overcome by the Black Tortoise and Heavenly Empress, called '夹克', which indicates that wealth is not under one's control. Although not under one's control, it cannot be pushed away, and one cannot get rid of it, because the four lessons cannot be separated from the three transmissions, and the three transmissions cannot go beyond the four lessons. The day branch is added to the day stem and is also overcome, forming a lesson of the赘婿, indicating matters involving land, property, and houses.

天時：水母已空，又被午克丑墓，恐不能雨。家宅：勾朱脫宅，與日上相害，時有口舌爭竟之患。功名：官星臨宅，卯命人占，功名可得。求財：財雖隨己，不為己用。婚姻；支干相害，兩皆不吉。胎產：子母相害，午受夾克，兒必不活。疾病：腎氣虛脫，恐不能起。出行：陸路甚凶，水路亦險。行人：馬已落空，行人遲滯。兵戰：晝夜俱不甚吉。

The heavenly stem of the day is in a position where the mother of water has already been lost, and is further weakened by the fire of the hour and the earth of the hour which has stored it away. It is feared that rain will not come. The home is affected by Gou Chen and Vermilion Bird which steal the energy of the house, and also conflicts with the day stem. There is often conflict and disputes. For official positions, the star of authority is present over the house, and for those whose birth stem is卯, they may achieve success in official matters. For wealth, although wealth follows the person, it does not belong to them. For marriage, the day stem and day branch conflict, and both sides are unfavorable. For childbirth, the mother and child conflict, and the fire of the hour is further weakened by the fire of the hour, so the child is certain to not survive. For illness, the kidney energy is weak and may not be able to get up. For travel, going by land is dangerous and going by water is also risky. For a traveler, the post-horse has already been lost, so the journey is delayed. For military matters, both day and night are not favorable.

畢法云：初遭夾克不由己、彼此猜忌害相隨。秘要云：壬癸日申加丑，夜將上乘白虎，此乃父母爻上乘虎坐墓，父母墓中必有白蟻。若晝將上乘元武，必墓中有水，父母在堂患病，有不起之象。

The "Bifa Fu" says: If the first transmission is caught between two, the matter is beyond one's control; mutual suspicion arises because of the six harmful influences accompanying it. The "Liu Ren Mi Yao" states: On the day of Ren or Gui, if the time of the day is at Shen and it is placed on Chou, the heavenly general during the night rides the White Tiger. This indicates that the parents' hexagram is riding the White Tiger and is seated in the storage place, meaning there must be termites in the parents' grave. If during the day the heavenly general rides the Black Tortoise, this signifies water has entered the storage, indicating that if the parents are still alive, they will be ill to the point of being unable to get out of bed.

課體：反吟，比用，三交，度厄，勵德。課義：三財被賊，二貴受克，晝旺虎臨，左右不得。

This lesson has five patterns: reverse chant; 'comparison usage' refers to knowing one, and when there are multiple instances of theft and control, choose the one with the same yin and yang as the day stem for initiating transmission; 'three intersections', where the spirits of the four central points interact and overlap, indicating matters of conflict, loss, and disputes; 'overcoming hardship', which requires first experiencing hardship before escaping it; and cultivating virtue. The rhyme says: three places of wealth stars are all harmed, two noblemen are both restrained; the strong spirit of the day is also riding on the white tiger, and neither left nor right can be relied upon.

解曰：干上巳火之財，為亥水所賊。初末兩傳之午火，為子水所賊，是三財被賊也。卯貴臨於酉地，巳貴落於亥宮，皆受下神克賊，是二貴受克也。子為日旺，晝乘白虎，又係羊刃網羅，故左右皆不能得也。於日午發用，必占妻孕，七月尤的。

The fire of Si in the day stem represents wealth, but it is harmed by the water of Hai. The two fires of Wu in the first and final transmissions are also harmed by the water of Zi. Altogether, three sources of wealth are all harmed. The nobleman at Mao is located in You, and the nobleman at Si is in Hai, both being harmed by the underlying spirits, indicating that both noblemen are being attacked. The water of Zi is the strong spirit for Ren day, and it is accompanied by the White Tiger in the daytime, as well as Yangren and Luo Wang. Therefore, there is no support on either side. On Renwu day, with Wu fire as the initiating transmission, it is certain to relate to a wife's pregnancy, and especially accurate if it occurs in the seventh month.

斷曰：反吟課體，南北相易，東西互居，事多反覆。占必多疑，遇凶翻吉，得喜乃憂。非一定之體，塞翁得失之象也。

The interpretation states: This lesson pattern of reverse chant involves the south and north swapping positions, and the east and west exchanging places, indicating that matters often turn out in reverse. The person consulting the divination will surely feel much confusion; when encountering a凶 event, it turns into a吉 one, and when obtaining a joyful event, it leads to worry. It is not a fixed pattern, precisely reflecting the situation of losing a horse in the north and gaining one in the east, where gain and loss are unpredictable.

天時：晴日必雨，雨日必晴。家宅：干支相剋，上下不和，焉能致福。功名：龍常與官星俱不見，又且兩貴受克，占官不吉。求財：滿目皆財，上下相制，皆非已有。婚姻：占男晝吉，占女皆凶。胎產：占胎孟墜，占產生男。疾病：支水克干火，晝占甚凶。出行：來者思去，去者思歸，丁馬不見，終無實濟。行人：雖無丁馬，去者必歸。逃亡：宜問親友。兵戰：晝夜皆有不吉。

The weather is clear but rain is certain, and when it rains, the sky will certainly clear. The family's situation is unfavorable because the day stem and day branch are in mutual control, leading to discord between the upper and lower parts, making it hard to attract good fortune. In terms of official rank, the Azure Dragon and Tai Chang are not present along with the official star, and two noblemen are also affected by mutual control, indicating an unfavorable omen for official positions. Regarding wealth, there seems to be much wealth around, but there is mutual restriction between them, so none of it belongs to the person. In matters of marriage, the male is favorable during the day, but the female is entirely unfavorable. For pregnancy, the fetal energy is about to give way, and for childbirth, it indicates the birth of a male child. For illness, the water in the day branch is controlling the fire of the day stem, and the condition is very unfavorable during the day. For travel, the people who are coming want to go, and those who are going want to return, and the Ding spirit and the post-horse are not present, so there will be no real results. Although the traveler does not have the Ding horse, the person who is going will certainly return. For matters of escape, it is advisable to consult relatives and friends. In military affairs, there are unfavorable signs both day and night.

畢法云：兩貴受克難干貴，受虎克神為病症。課經云：壬午日德祿皆繫於亥，巳為壬水之絕地，今亥加已上，為德喪祿絕，諸占不吉。又云：占病宜視日干之祿神，為祿糧神，日干之食神，為運糧神，不宜受克與落空，如占久病，必絕食而死。括囊賦云：螣蛇巳午而怪夢。又云：元武乘午兮職轉。

The "Bifa Fu" says: If two noblemen are both restrained, it is difficult to seek help from the nobleman through the day stem; the god that is restrained by the White Tiger is where the illness lies. The "Ke Jing" says: On a Renwu day, the day's virtue and fortune are both located at Hai. Si is the place where Ren water reaches its end, now Hai is placed on Si, resulting in the loss of virtue and the end of fortune, so all matters are not auspicious. It also says: When divining illness, one should look at the day stem's fortune god, which is the god providing food and supplies, and also look at the day stem's food god, which is the god transporting food and supplies; both should not be restrained or fall into emptiness; if it is a long-term illness, it will certainly end in starvation and death. The "Kuanang Fu" says: The Teng Snake at Si or Wu position indicates strange dreams. It also says: The Yuanwu riding Wu indicates a change in position.

課體：知一，斬關，不備。課義：彼己俱傷，卑下不甘，未免一動，盜失多端。

This lesson has three patterns: Knowing One, Cutting the Gate, and Incomplete. The rhyme says: both sides are injured; the one in a low position feels resentful; the day stem is likely to move; once it moves, there will be many instances of theft and loss.

解曰：壬水日干，被上神辰土所克，午火支辰，亦被亥水所克。干支皆被上神所傷，故曰彼己俱傷。日為尊長，辰為卑幼，日去臨支克支。而支之陰神，遂往加干而克之，是卑幼不甘也。壬干不免一動，去就初傳之辰土，乃是鬼墓。再投中傳，又是敗氣旬空。更投末傳寅木，又是脫氣，復乘蛇武落陷，更多耗散，是盜失者非一端矣。

The day stem is Ren water, which is being overcome by the upper Chen earth. The day branch is Wu fire, which is also being overcome by Hai water. Both the stem and the branch are injured by their respective superior spirits. The day stem is like a superior, and the day branch is like an inferior. The day stem is above the day branch and overcomes it, but the hidden spirit of the day branch turns back to overcome the day stem. This is the resentment of the inferior. The Ren water day stem is bound to move. When it moves, it first reaches the initial transmission, which is Chen earth, the ghost's tomb. Then it moves to the middle transmission, which is a failing atmosphere and empty. Finally, it reaches the final transmission, which is Yin wood, causing further depletion. It also rides on Teng Snake and Black Tortoise, which are in an empty and hidden position, leading to even more dispersion. Clearly, there are multiple instances of loss and theft.

斷曰：知一斬關，乃行旅之順境。又曰不備，事必不全。禍生干內，災及陰小。三傳中末皆空，不得已臨支取財，亦為避難逃生格也。

The interpretation states: Knowing that one adds a cutting-off transmission, it indicates a smooth journey and travel; yet it is also called unprepared, meaning the matter will certainly be incomplete, with calamities arising from within and affecting women and children. The middle and final transmissions of the three transmissions all fall empty, so one is forced to seek wealth from the day branch, which forms the pattern of 'evading danger and escaping'.

天時：天罡指亥，墓神覆日，宜乎有雨，然畢宿空亡，終不過陰而已。家宅：尊長相欺，卑幼有愆，彼亦受克，患亦難釋。功名：墓神覆日，貴人不見，雖有官星，恐亦不吉。求財：財爻與青龍不見，難必其有。婚姻：男不佳，女不吉。胎產：占逢七月，妻必有妊，干支皆刑，產不甚吉。疾病：墓神覆日，病必難痊。出行：陸路不吉，水路稍可。行人：天罡加孟，尚未起程。兵戰：利主不利客。

Heavenly Stems: Jia, Yi, Bing, Ding, Wu, Ji, Geng, Xin, Ren, Gui Earthly Branches: Zi, Chou, Yin, Mao, Chen, Si, Wu, Wei, Shen, You, Xu, Hai Trigrams: Qian (Heaven), Dui (Lake), Li (Fire), Zhen (Thunder), Xun (Wind), Kan (Water), Gen (Mountain), Kun (Earth) Glossary: Travel = Xingchu Approach Day = Linri Azure Dragon = Qinglong Tiangang = Tiangang (Chen) Net mansion = Bixu Nobleman = Guiren Day Stem = Rigan Day Branch = Rizhi Kongwang = Kongwang Heavenly Stems are pointing to the Hai position with Tiangang, and the tomb god is covering the Day Stem. Rain should occur, but the Net mansion, which governs rain, is located in Kongwang, so it will only be a cloudy day. For the home, there is a situation where elders oppress the younger ones and the younger ones also have faults, and the other party is also affected, making the troubles hard to resolve. For official positions, because the tomb god covers the Day Stem and the Nobleman is not present, although there is an official star, it is likely not auspicious. For seeking wealth, since the wealth element and the Azure Dragon are not present, it is hard to say there will definitely be gain. For marriage, both the Day Stem and Day Branch are harmed by superior spirits, making the man's side unfavorable and the woman's side also not auspicious. For pregnancy, if the divination is done in the seventh month, the wife is certainly pregnant; however, since both the Day Stem and Day Branch involve punishment, the birth is not favorable. For illness, because the tomb god covers the Day Stem, the illness is certain to be difficult to recover from. For travel, there is a ghostly tomb of Chen earth blocking the way, making land travel inauspicious, while water travel is somewhat better because it aligns with the nature of the壬 water. For a person who has left, the Tiangang is added to the fourth Meng position, meaning they have not yet departed. For military matters, because the Day Stem approaches and harms the Day Branch, it is favorable for the host side but not for the guest side.

畢法云：權攝不正祿臨支，不行傳者考初時。越絕書吳王召公孫聖，占得亥將加午，聖曰：干上辰克干，支上亥克支，求救於寅，寅敗於酉，命屬上天，不能逃亡，非但自傷，且傷吳王。

The "Bifa Fu" states: When the official star is located on the day branch, it indicates that the authority is not properly established; for a still transmission course, one should examine the first transmission and the time of divination. The "Yuejue Shu" records that King Wu of Wu summoned Gongsun Sheng for a divination, and the result was亥 general added to the午 time. Gongsun Sheng said: The day stem is being overcome by the辰 earth, and the day branch is being overcome by the亥 water; the desire is to seek help from the寅 wood, but the寅 wood has already been defeated at the酉 position; life and death are now under the control of heaven, and there is no way to escape. This will not only harm myself, but also harm King Wu.

課體：重審，曲直，斬關。課義：人少宅寬，雖費成歡，三傳俱脫，逃避尤安。

This lesson has three patterns: Re-examination; "Curved and Straight," as the three transcriptions form the wood triad of Hai-Mao-Wei; and Cutting the Gate. The rhyme says: the population is sparse but the houses are spacious; although some expense is required, in the end everyone will be satisfied; the three transcriptions all steal the energy of the day stem, so at this time it is safest to avoid and yield.

解曰：三傳未亥卯木局，脫干之壬水，去生支辰之午火，乃人少宅寬也。既而卯與戌合，寅與亥合，交互相合，是雖有所費，而彼此卻成歡悅之象。再壬被三傳所脫，未免就初傳之未土，而與丁火相合。乃避難逃生，而亦可以相安也。

The three transmissions form a wooden trinity with亥, 卯, and 子, which drains the qi of the day stem壬 water and instead nourishes the day branch午 fire. The day stem represents people, and the day branch represents the house. Thus, the qi is entirely directed towards the house, leading to a situation where there are few people but spacious houses. Then, 卯 combines with 戌 and 寅 combines with 亥, forming cross combinations, indicating that although some expenditure is involved, both sides end up in a joyful situation. Furthermore, the壬 water is continuously drained by the three transmissions, so it turns to the first transmission 未 earth. The hidden 丁 fire within 未 combines with 壬 water, which signifies escaping from difficulties and being able to live in harmony with each other.

斷曰：重審曲直，事屬逆征，外觀有餘，內觀不足之象。始屈終伸，利用舟車，春占最吉。

The interpretation states: After re-examination, the matter is considered to be in a wooden structure, indicating a sign ofretrograde (retrogression). On the surface, there seems to be excess, but in reality, there is a deficiency. It begins with bending and eventually straightens out. It is suitable to travel by boat or carriage. The most auspicious time is in spring.

天時：天罡指陽，木局脫水，不雨而風。家宅：屋宅極多，更兼華美，但恐人丁欠旺。功名：支上戌土官星，晝夜各乘龍虎，似有可為，奈木局全去傷官，占恐不吉。求財：己財難守，何瑕他求。婚姻：朱陳可結，占婿極佳。胎產：子戀母腹，占產最遲。疾病：夜占腎虛，三傳自墓傳生，不久自愈。出行：一路坦然，恐難離別。行人：天罡加孟，尚未啟行。兵戰：利主不利客。

Heavenly Stems: Jia, Yi, Bing, Ding, Wu, Ji, Geng, Xin, Ren, Gui Earthly Branches: Zi, Chou, Yin, Mao, Chen, Si, Wu, Wei, Shen, You, Xu, Hai Trigrams: Qian (Heaven), Dui (Lake), Li (Fire), Zhen (Thunder), Xun (Wind), Kan (Water), Gen (Mountain), Kun (Earth) Glossary: Travel = Travel White Tiger = White Tiger Azure Dragon = Azure Dragon Tiangang = Tiangang (Chen) (Chen) Three Transmissions = Three Transmissions Day Branch = Day Branch Growth = Growth Storage = Storage Heavenly Stems indicate the Yang position with Tiangang pointing towards it, and the Wood element is draining the Water energy, resulting in no rain but strong winds. There are many beautiful houses, but the population may not be prosperous. In terms of official rank, the Day Branch's戌 earth represents the official star, which is supported by the Azure Dragon in the day and the White Tiger at night, suggesting potential. However, the Wood element is harming this official star, so the outcome is likely unfavorable. In matters of wealth, one's own money is hard to keep, so there is little time to seek external gains. Marriage is favorable, especially for a son-in-law. For childbirth, the child is still attached to the mother, indicating a late delivery. For illness, if it is night time, it suggests kidney deficiency, and the Three Transmissions move from Storage to Growth, indicating a quick recovery. Travel is smooth, but there is a fear of reluctance to leave. A traveler is affected by Tiangang at the four initial positions and has not yet started. In military matters, it is favorable for the host but not for the guest.

畢法云：萬事喜欣三六合，屋宅寬廣致人衰。觀月經云：三六相呼見喜欣，縱然帶惡不成嗔。夫帶惡者，乃金日得寅午戌，土日得亥卯未，木日得巳酉丑，火日得申子辰，縱然克干，亦不能為禍，主有人在中相助。精蘊云：壬午三傳脫氣。如夜占，皆是勾貴常土神，並來傷干，卻賴三傳木局克去，乃應脫氣為救之格。

The "Bi Fa Fu" says: All matters bring joy because of triple harmony and mutual support; a house that is too spacious leads to a decline in population. The "Guan Jing Xing" says: When triple harmony and mutual support are in resonance, auspicious events occur; even if there are malevolent influences, they cannot take effect.the so-called带恶 refers to when on a day of metal, the fire trinity of Yin-Wu-Xu (Fire triad) is present; on a day of earth, the wood trinity of Hai-Mao-Wei (Wood triad) is present; on a day of wood, the metal trinity ofSi-You-Chou (Metal triad) is present; and on a day of fire, the water trinity of Shen-Zi-Chen (Water triad) is present. Although these trinities overcome the day stem, they do not cause harm, but rather indicate that someone is assisting. The "Liu Ren Jing Yun" says: On a Renwu day, the three transmissions are all in a state of depletion; if the divination is done at night, the earth-related heavenly generals such as Gou Chen, Nobleman, and Tai Chang all attack the day stem. However, the wood trinity in the three transmissions overcomes them, which matches the pattern of "depletion turning into salvation."

課體：重審，三交，二煩，寡宿。課義：交互生意，終是不美，晝號三交，夜乃損己。

There are four lesson patterns in this case: Chong Shen and San Jiao; "Er Fan," where the four Zhong deities are added in order upon the four Zhong positions, indicating disturbance and unrest; "Guasu," indicating loneliness and lack of companionship. The rhymed text says: When the heavenly stems and earthly branches interact and mutually generate, it is originally a good omen, but the outcome is ultimately not favorable. If the divination is done during the day, it is called San Jiao, but if done at night, it requires self-sacrifice.

解曰：干上寅生支，支上酉生干，交互生意，而寅又脫壬，酉乃午火死地，終是不美。課號三交，將乘勾虎，主殺傷爭鬥喪孝之患。午加酉為交，酉加午為破，主交事不成。夜將空元，而貴人臨子受刑，須防損己失財也。

The Day Stem's寅 wood is generating the Day Branch, and the Day Branch's酉 metal is also generating the Day Stem, indicating a mutually beneficial relationship. However, the寅 wood is also draining the壬 water, and the酉 metal is precisely the dead place for午 fire, leading to an ultimately unfavorable outcome. This divination is called "Three Mutual Generation." The Heavenly General is riding on Gou Chen and White Tiger, indicating potential for violence, conflict, and mourning. When午 is placed on酉, it signifies mutual generation, and when酉 is placed on午, it signifies destruction, suggesting that matters of negotiation will not be resolved. During the night, the Heavenly General is associated with Tian Kong and Black Tortoise, and the Nobleman is positioned at the Zi place and is being harmed, so one should be cautious of self-injury and financial loss.

斷曰：此課發用空破，中傳劫盜，末傳脫氣，始終如此。孟求事成，不亦難乎。春占酉將，課名二煩。

The interpretation says: In this lesson, the initiating transmission god is both empty and broken, the middle transmission is the god of robbery and theft, and the final transmission is the spirit of leakage. From beginning to end, it is like this. To accomplish something, is it not too difficult? If in spring, with酉 as the month general, the lesson is called two troubles.

天時：天罡指陰，畢宿空破發用，陰而不雨之象。家宅：逢破逢敗，蕭條之象。功名：貴人破刑，官祿不見，恐不能得。求財：財爻青龍不見，難必其有。婚姻：干上六害，支上相破，占婚不吉。胎產：下強上弱，子息屬陰，產女之象。疾病：酒色虛脫之症，延及肺經，大補下元方愈。出行：辰上剋日，出行不吉。行人：天罡加季，行人即歸。兵戰：晝占有畏，夜占敵詐。

Heavenly Stems: Jia, Yi, Bing, Ding, Wu, Ji, Geng, Xin, Ren, Gui Earthly Branches: Zi, Chou, Yin, Mao, Chen, Si, Wu, Wei, Shen, You, Xu, Hai Trigrams: Qian (Heaven), Dui (Lake), Li (Fire), Zhen (Thunder), Xun (Wind), Kan (Water), Gen (Mountain), Kun (Earth) Glossary: Travel = Xingchu Azure Dragon = Qinglong Tiangang = Tiangang (Chen) Net mansion = Bixiu Nobleman = Guiren Day Stem = Rigan Day Branch = Rizhi Initiating Transmission = Fayong Heavenly Stems: Jia, Yi, Bing, Ding, Wu, Ji, Geng, Xin, Ren, Gui Earthly Branches: Zi, Chou, Yin, Mao, Chen, Si, Wu, Wei, Shen, You, Xu, Hai Trigrams: Qian (Heaven), Dui (Lake), Li (Fire), Zhen (Thunder), Xun (Wind), Kan (Water), Gen (Mountain), Kun (Earth) Glossary: Travel = Xingchu Azure Dragon = Qinglong Tiangang = Tiangang (Chen) Net mansion = Bixiu Nobleman = Guiren Day Stem = Rigan Day Branch = Rizhi Initiating Transmission = Fayong The heavens indicate that Tiangang points to the Yin position, showing a situation of gloom without rain. The Net mansion, which governs rain, is empty and meets a breaking force, initiating transmission. This is an omen of gloom without rain. The household encounters breaking and failure, resulting in a bleak situation. In matters of official rank, the Nobleman is accompanied by breaking and punishment, and the official star and禄神 are absent, so success is unlikely. In seeking wealth, since the wealth element and the Azure Dragon are absent, it is uncertain whether there will be gain. In marriage, the Day Stem is afflicted by the six harms, and the Day Branch is in conflict, indicating an unfavorable omen for marriage. In childbirth, the lower is strong and the upper is weak, with the child belonging to Yin, indicating the birth of a daughter. In illness, it is a condition caused by excessive indulgence in wine and sex, leading to exhaustion, affecting the lung meridian, and requiring major replenishment of the lower origin to recover. In travel, since the Day Branch's spirit overpowers the Day Stem, travel is unfavorable. A traveler encountering Tiangang over the four seasons will return soon. In military affairs, a daytime divination indicates hesitation, while a nighttime divination warns of enemy deception.

畢法云：互生俱生凡事益。課經云：六壬日，干上寅木作壬水之脫氣。晝占天將乘元武，為脫盜格，凡占皆主盜脫失物。又指竅云：四仲順加子午卯酉。春占陷阱，如鳥投籠。夏占正煩，若牛受刃。秋曰失友，狀若離散而復合。冬月出漸，名曰陰極而陽生。

The *Bi Fa Fu* says: When the heavenly stems and earthly branches mutually generate and support each other, and both are thriving, all matters will be beneficial. The *Ke Jing* says: On any day of the water stem壬, the寅 wood on the day stem is the place where the壬 water loses its strength; if during daytime divination the heavenly general is riding the Black Tortoise, it forms the "loss and theft" pattern, and whatever is divined will indicate loss, theft, or misfortune. The *Zhi Qiao* further says: The four central deities are added in order to the子, 午, 卯, and 酉. If divination is done in spring, it is called "trap," like a bird flying into a cage; if done in summer, it is called "direct annoyance," like an ox being cut; if done in autumn, it is called "losing friends," seeming to be separated but later reunited; if done in winter, it is called "gradual emergence," meaning that when yin reaches its extreme, yang begins to revive again.

課體：重審，間傳，勵德，九丑。課義：丁與壬午，求謁為良，虎入朱雀，遇殃不殃。

This lesson has four patterns: Re-examination, Intermediate Transmission, and Encouragement of Virtue; "Nine Disgraces," which refers to days when the Day Stem is one of Yi, Wu, Ji, Xin, or Ren, paired with the four central branches Zi, Wu, Mao, and You. When the Day Stem's heavenly stem is also on the central position, it indicates evil, immorality, and improper affairs. Renwu is one of the Nine Disgrace days. The rhyme says: When Ding fire is paired with Renwu, it is best to seek an audience at this time. The White Tiger enters the position of the Vermilion Bird, encountering misfortune but not resulting in disaster.

解曰：丁丑臨壬，官鬼之財動矣，故利於干求官貴也。申為白虎，午為朱雀，以申加午，是為虎入朱雀。幸申乃旬空，戌鬼落陷，故凶不成凶也。虎人朱雀，占訟不論空亡最凶。

Dingchou is placed upon Ren water day stem, causing the official ghost's wealth to become active, so it is suitable to seek official and noble positions. Shen is the position of the White Tiger and Wu is the position of the Vermilion Bird. Now Shen is placed upon Wu, which is called 'Tiger entering Vermilion Bird'. Fortunately, Shen metal is exactly in the empty position, and the ghost Wu earth falls into an empty and hidden position, so the凶 is not as severe. However, the pattern of 'Tiger entering Vermilion Bird' is extremely凶 when used for litigation, regardless of whether it falls into empty or not.

斷曰：重審間傳，發用空陷，凡百所占，盡是虛聲。若占凶事，大可化小，小可化無。若占吉事，成少敗多。中傳之官星，又復不實。只餘末傳之子水，又作劫財。晝夜上乘元白，恐不免有所失脫也。五行生處見青龍，財帛亦能如意。

The interpretation states: After a re-examination and an intervening transmission, the initiating deity falls into an empty and trapped position. Whatever is divined, it is merely an empty name. If it concerns an ominous matter, major issues can be reduced to minor ones, and minor ones can be eliminated entirely. If it concerns a fortunate matter, success is rare and failure is common. The official star in the middle transmission does not take effect, leaving only the final transmission of water. However, this water is a劫财, and it is occupied by the White Tiger and Black Tortoise throughout day and night, suggesting a risk of loss. Nevertheless, if the Longevity position of the Five Phases appears with the Azure Dragon, then wealth and fortune can be achieved as desired.

天時：天罡指陽，水母落空，恐不能雨。家宅：日本臨支作空亡，尊長防失，且宅上盡空，家徒壁立。功名：官爻空陷，占官不吉。求財：丑中有丁火，乃壬水之財，丑為官鬼，臨於日上，主得官長之財帛。

Heavenly Stems: Jia, Yi, Bing, Ding, Wu, Ji, Geng, Xin, Ren, Gui Earthly Branches: Zi, Chou, Yin, Mao, Chen, Si, Wu, Wei, Shen, You, Xu, Hai Trigrams: Qian (Heaven), Dui (Lake), Li (Fire), Zhen (Thunder), Xun (Wind), Kan (Water), Gen (Mountain), Kun (Earth) Tiangang points to the Yang position in the heavens, and the mother god of water falls into Kongwang, making it likely that rain will not come. The family residence suffers because the original god of the day stem is present at the day branch but falls into Kongwang, so the elders should beware of loss. With the residence full of emptiness, the family is poor, having only four walls left. In terms of official positions, the official爻 falls into an empty and trapped position, indicating an unfavorable omen for official matters. Regarding wealth, Chou contains hidden Ding fire, which is the wealth of Ren water. Chou is also the official ghost, and when it is on top of the day stem, it indicates receiving wealth given by the superior authority.

婚姻：男實女空，多是虛語。胎產：下強上弱，產必生女，母空兒實，產必易生。疾病：肺金受病，尚可醫治，若逢久病，恐防不吉。出行：陸路相宜，水路空虛，驛馬填實，必定啟行。行人：驛馬落空，當從水路而來，或子丑日至。兵戰：敵虛可攻，晝獲財寶，夜獲大勝。

Marriage is when the male is full and the female is empty, which is mostly empty talk. For childbirth, if the lower is strong and the upper is weak, it will certainly be a girl; if the mother's side is empty and the fetus's side is full, the delivery will certainly be easy. For illness, the lung metal is affected, which can still be treated; but if the illness has lasted a long time, it is likely to be unfavorable. For travel, going by land is suitable, while going by water is empty and lacks substance; once the empty part of the post-horse is filled, the journey will certainly begin. For a traveler, because the post-horse is empty, he is expected to come by water, or arrive on the day of Zi or Chou. For military actions, if the enemy is weak, an attack is feasible; if the divination is done in daylight, it indicates gaining wealth, but if done at night, it indicates a great victory.

畢法云：水日逢丁財動之，喜懼空亡乃妙機。課經云：六壬日，丑加亥，八月晝占，日鬼作死氣，乘太常，加臨於日干之上，必主內外有孝服也。指掌賦云：傳送亡會青龍，子孫財損。

The *Bifa Fu* says: When the day stem is壬 or癸 (water) and meets the丁 (spirit), wealth becomes active; whether to be happy or fearful about the kongwang is the key to determining fortune and misfortune. The *Ke Jing* says: For any day of壬, if丑 is placed on亥, and the divination is done in the daytime of the eighth month, the official ghost of the day stem transforms into death qi, riding on tai chang and resting upon the day stem, it certainly indicates mourning within and outside the family. The *Zhipang Fu* says: When the shen (transmission) falls into kongwang and meets the azure dragon, both descendants and wealth will suffer losses.

課體：元首，進茹，蕪淫，三奇。課義：交互凌虐，盜脫不祥，刃乘元虎，脫虛相傷。

This lesson has four patterns: Yuan Shou, Jin Ru; "Wu Yin," where the heavenly stems and earthly branches interact with mutual punishments and hidden combinations, with both male and female harboring private feelings; "San Qi," where the three transmissions conceal the heavenly stems of Jia, Wu, and Geng, the three marvels. The rhyme says: the heavenly stems and earthly branches mutually oppress and harm each other; theft, leakage, loss, and consumption indicate an inauspicious outcome; the Yang Ren is occupied by Yuan Wu and Bai Hu; separation and emptiness mutually harm each other.

解曰：干上神子水克午支，支上神未土克壬干，交互凌虐也。初傳丁財，似乎可以遠動而求之，中末則又脫氣。孟守干上旺子，乃是羊刃網羅，晝夜天將復乘元虎，其脫耗相傷，豈復能免哉。

The water of the day stem is overcoming the fire of the day branch, and the earth of the day branch is also overcoming the water of the day stem. This is a case of mutual oppression and harm. The first transmission is a wealth god formed by the god of the fourth heaven, which seems to be able to go far; but the middle and final transmissions are all losing strength. Trying to hold onto the strong water of the day stem, it turns out to be both yangren and a net. The heavenly generals are also riding on the black tortoise and the white tiger day and night. The loss and mutual harm are unavoidable.

斷曰：進茹網羅，只宜守己，不宜動謀。且干支互克，彼此相害，和氣全無，不宜占交加之事。更申為日本，上乘龍合而作空亡。父母分上，亦止有虛喜而已。

The interpretation says: advancing into the realm of nourishment is further covered by a net, so it is only suitable to maintain one's proper position and not to take action in pursuing affairs. Moreover, the day stem and day branch mutually control each other and hinder each other, with no trace of harmony, making it unsuitable to engage in matters involving connections and negotiations. Furthermore, the metal of the hour of Shen is the origin and growth of the water of Ren. However, although it is supported by the Azure Dragon and Liu He, it falls into Kongwang, meaning that the aspect of parents will result in nothing but empty joy.

天時：水母已空，初傳克水，水下火上，占天不雨。家宅：人宅相害，又係蕪淫，占宅不吉。功名：官爻與日上相合，似乎有成，然被寅木所傷，日祿又空，恐無實際。求財：水逢丁，占財自有，但為木傷，不能全美。婚姻：彼此互傷，各有所私，占婚最忌。

The heavenly stem representing water has its mother god missing, and the first transmission further harms water. Since water is below and fire is above, the divination indicates that heaven will not rain. For the family dwelling, there is mutual harm between person and dwelling, and it is a lesson of disorder, indicating an unfavorable outcome for the home. For official positions and government affairs, the official element combines with the day stem's heavenly stem, seeming promising, but it is harmed by the wood of寅, and the day's fortune is also missing, so there is likely no actual result. For seeking wealth, the壬 water meets the丁 god, indicating that wealth is originally present, but it is harmed by wood, so it cannot be perfect. In matters of marriage, both parties harm each other and have private feelings, which is most unfavorable for marriage.

胎產：支干相害，復又相剋，子母皆傷。疾病：脾胃之病，刃乘羅網，幸賴中末脫刃制鬼，終必有救。出行：羅網在前，馬又空陷，支干相害，必不能行。行人：天罡加仲，中途有羈，行人遲滯。兵戰：晝夜平平，未見全勝。

The child and mother both suffer because the day stem and day branch are both harmful and mutually controlling. The illness is caused by the earth element of Wei controlling the water element, resulting in a disease of the spleen and stomach, and the Yangren is further covered by a net. Fortunately, the middle transmission and final transmission can remove the Yangren and control the official ghost, so there is still a chance of recovery. Traveling is blocked because there is a net in front and the post-horse falls into an empty position, plus the mutual harm between the branches and stems, so it is certain that the journey cannot be made. The traveler meets Tiangang added to the four central positions, with obstacles on the way, leading to a slow and delayed arrival. In military affairs, because the stems and branches mutually control each other and neither can overpower the other, the situation is mediocre day and night, with no complete victory.

畢法云：所謀多拙遭羅網，夫婦蕪淫各有私，彼此猜忌害相隨。課經云：壬午日干上子，不可執為蕪淫。但先許而後不相顧，彼此無情耳。干支上子未作六害，亦主各相猜忌。

The Bi Fa Fu says: Most plans are clumsy because they have encountered the heaven net and earth trap; couples fall into vulgar and licentious behavior, each harboring private intentions; mutual suspicion arises because of the six harmful combinations. The Ke Jing says: On a Renwu day stem, if the Zi trigram appears, it cannot be definitely considered as vulgar and licentious; it is only that one agrees first but then neglects the other, lacking affection and integrity. The stem and branch Zi and Wei form the six harmful combinations, which also indicate mutual suspicion between the two parties.

課體：伏吟，自任。課義：四丁分佈，勾入火庫，僥倖得財，切勿再顧。

This lesson has two patterns: Hidden Chant and Self-Responsibility. The rhyme says: In the four lessons, the spirit of Ding is everywhere; wealth lures people into the storage of fire; although one has luckily obtained wealth, one must not turn back to seek more.

解曰：丁乃干之財，丑丁未亦丁也。四課盡皆丑未，豈非四丁分佈耶。丁為日財，戌乃火庫，癸水貪取丁財，被財勾引入於庫中，僥倖得財，不宜再取。貪則反為戌土所傷，禍必旋踵至矣。

Ding fire is the wealth for Gui water day stem. Chou contains hidden Ding and Wei also contains hidden Ding. The four lessons are all Chou and Wei, which makes four Ding spirits in the chart. Since Ding is the wealth for the day stem, Xu is the burial place for fire. Gui water desires to obtain Ding fire wealth, but is instead led into the burial place by the wealth; although it succeeds temporarily, it should not pursue further. If it continues to seek, it will be harmed by Xu earth, and misfortune will arrive quickly.

斷曰：伏吟、自信、自任，體本至靜，凡占不動。此課卻滿目皆丁，變而為至動之象，謂之無信無任。或靜中求動終是靜，或動中求靜終是動，本位不易故也。

The interpretation states: A Hidden Chant lesson is divided into two types: self-confidence and self-reliance. The nature of the lesson is originally very still, and whatever is divined is all about stillness. However, this lesson has all Ding spirits, and after one change it becomes a very active image, hence it is called "no trust, no reliance." Thus, seeking movement within stillness ultimately remains still; seeking stillness within movement ultimately remains movement—because both the Heaven Plate and Earth Plate remain in their original positions without shifting.

天時：課名稼穡，占天不雨。家宅：干支相沖，人宅不寧，主田土爭訟，婢妾陰私之事。功名：貴人祿馬不見，官鬼太多，占官難得。求財：主得官貴之財，恐因財而致禍，不宜貪取。婚姻：支干相沖，初末相刑，龍后沖剋，皆為不吉。

The heavens indicate that the divination is named "Jia Se" (Jia and Se), with all three transmissions being the Earthly Branches Chen, Xu, Chou, and Wei, which are all Earth deities. This suggests that the sky does not bring rain. For the household, because the Day Stem and Day Branch are in conflict, the people in the family and the house are not at peace, indicating disputes over land and private matters among servants and concubines. In terms of official rank, the Nobleman, the Official's Blessing, and the Post-horse do not appear, while the Official's Ghost appears frequently, indicating difficulty in obtaining official positions. For seeking wealth, one may receive money given by officials and the Nobleman, but one should be cautious not to cause trouble through wealth, and should not be greedy. In matters of marriage, because the Day Branch and Day Stem are in conflict, the first and last transmissions are in conflict, and the Azure Dragon and Heavenly Empress are also in conflict, the outcome is not auspicious.

胎產：上強下弱，傳陰包陽，孕必成女。支干相沖，產必易速。疾病：三傳全鬼，病勢必篤，又為折腰，患必在腰。出行：旬丁發用，居者必行。行人：支干相沖，行人不歸，旬丁發用，奔馳不已。盜賊：旬丁發用，三傳比和，賊必難獲。兵戰：晝占夜卜，俱不甚利。

Talent production indicates that the upper is strong and the lower is weak, with the three transmissions enveloping the yang with yin, meaning the child must be a girl. The day stem and day branch are in conflict, indicating a quick and smooth delivery. For illness, since the three transmissions are all official ghosts, the condition is certainly severe; also forming a bent waist pattern, the pain will definitely be in the waist. For travel, since the heavenly stem of this ten-day period is the issuing transmission, even someone who was waiting to stay still will certainly depart. For a traveler, since the day stem and day branch are in conflict, it means they will not return; with the heavenly stem issuing transmission, they will only keep moving without stopping. For thieves, since the heavenly stem is the issuing transmission and the three transmissions are mutually harmonious, the thieves will certainly be difficult to catch. For military affairs, whether divining during the day or at night, it is not very favorable.

畢法云：賓主不投刑在上，任信丁馬須言動；水日逢丁財動之，我求彼事干傳支。神應經云：癸末日初傳見丑是丁，因官鬼之財而動。辰戌月占，不利出入。寅申月占，主爭鬥田宅之事。課經云：壬癸日辰戌丑未為傳，三傳自相沖刑，可以凶制凶，謂之以賊捉賊。又內有四金字，可以化鬼也。

The *Bifa Fu* says: When the guest and host do not get along, it is because the刑 falls on the upper god; if a self-reliant and confident divination shows the Ding god and the Post-horse, it should be interpreted as things needing to move. When the day stem is Ren or Gui water and meets the Ding god, wealth begins to move. When the day stem transmits to the day branch, it indicates that I am seeking something from the other party. The *Shenyingsheng* says: On Guiwei day, if the first transmission is Chou, Chou contains the hidden Ding, so it is because the official ghost brings wealth into motion; in the month of Chen or Xu, it is unfavorable for going out or coming in; in the month of Yin or Shen, it indicates disputes over land, property, or houses. The *Kijing* says: On Ren or Gui day, the three transmissions are Chen, Xu, Chou, and Wei. When the three transmissions conflict and injure each other, using a凶 to control another凶 is called "capturing the thief with the thief"; moreover, since there are four metal gods contained within, it can also dispel ghostly energy.

課體：彈射，退茹，驀越。課義：支干上下，各自和暢，巳火丙雀，俱財可向。

This lesson has three patterns: Shooting, Retreat and Consumption, and Sudden Leap. The rhyme says: The day stem and day branch are in harmony and smooth; the fire in the巳 position hides the Bing stem, and the final transmission is occupied by the Vermilion Bird; both visible and hidden wealth are present, so one may go forth freely.

解曰：子與丑合，午與未合，各自和暢也。初傳巳火，中傳辰土，元遁得丙。末傳卯木，上乘朱雀，明財暗財，皆可向而就之也。

The Earthly Branches Zi and Chou combine, as do Wu and Wei, so the upper and lower parts are harmonious and smooth. The first transmission is Si fire, the middle transmission is Chen earth, and according to the ten-day cycle, the heavenly stem is found to be Bing. The final transmission is Mao wood, which is also covered by the Vermilion Bird. Bing fire and the Vermilion Bird both belong to fire, which is the wealth of the癸 water. There is both visible and hidden wealth, so one can go ahead and use it.

斷曰：彈射退茹，凡事疏遠。退而不進，支干各自相合，又復相沖，主聚中有散，離中有合。然終始相生，事事和順。凡百所為，行止皆決，心無疑貳。但嫌中傳之辰土，下臨巳宮，晝夜乘蛇，謂之兩蛇夾墓。幸而課名驀越，彈射傷輕。若逢他課，禍患恐不能解也。

The interpretation says: There is a situation of shooting back and retreating, making everything appear distant, with only retreat and no progress. The day stem and day branch each combine with the upper god, yet they conflict with each other, so there is dispersion within gathering and union within separation. However, the beginning and end follow a sequence of mutual generation, making all matters smooth. Whatever actions are taken, whether to proceed or stop, can be decisively decided, with no second thoughts. The only drawback is that the middle transmission, which is earth (辰), falls into the si (巳) palace, and both day and night are occupied by Teng Snake. This is called "two snakes enclosing the tomb." Fortunately, the lesson name is "sudden leap," and the harm caused by shooting back is already light; if it were another lesson pattern, this trouble might not be resolved.

天時：雀飛龍潛，火上水下，恐不能雨。家宅：支上合支，干上合干，人宅皆善，可以致祥。功名：初末皆乘朱貴，祿旺臨於干上，中傳又作官星，功名不求而自至。求財：財爻發用，末又助初，更兼入庫，所獲必豐。

Heavenly conditions show the Vermilion Bird flying high and the Azure Dragon hidden, with fire above and water below, suggesting rain may not come. For the household, because the Day Branch harmonizes with the branch deity and the Day Stem harmonizes with the stem deity, the people and the house are both favorable, and auspiciousness can be attracted. Regarding official rank, both the first and final transmissions are occupied by the Vermilion Bird and the Nobleman, the strong禄神 (favorable official star) is also present on the Day Stem, and the middle transmission serves as the official star, so official rank will come without needing to seek it. For seeking wealth, the wealth爻 (wealth element) is the initiating transmission, the final transmission supports the first transmission, and it has entered the warehouse, so the gain will certainly be abundant.

婚姻：男女皆佳，患在不成。胎產：三傳陰包陽支，胎必生男，支干相沖，占產必易。疾病：兩蛇夾墓，病勢最凶，幸人克病，或可延生。出行：驛馬發用，而臨墓地，中道有阻之象。行人：天罡加孟，行人尚未起程。兵戰：晝占吉，夜占不宜。

Marriage is favorable for both parties, but the problem is that they cannot get married. For childbirth, because the three transmissions involve a yin branch enclosing a yang branch, the child is definitely a boy; since the day branch and day stem are in conflict, childbirth is likely to be easy. For illness, because two teng snakes are enclosing the storage, the condition is most severe; fortunately, the person can overcome the illness, so there is a possibility of survival. For travel, because the post-horse is used as the initiating transmission but is located in the graveyard, it indicates obstacles on the way. The traveler meets tiangang added to the four young branches, and has not yet started moving. For military affairs, divination during the day is favorable, but at night is not advisable.

畢法云：課傳俱貴轉無依，胎財生氣妻懷孕(七月)，胎財死氣損胎推(正月)。秘要云：癸末日干上子，乃支之胎神。支上午，乃干之胎神，此為互胎格。如遇夫妻之行年，必然妻孕，不必再尋生氣及財神也。

The *Bi Fa Fu* says: If the four lessons and three transmissions all show noblemen, it indicates a lack of support; if the fetal god and wealth god are riding life qi, it indicates the wife is pregnant (as in the seventh month); if the fetal god and wealth god are riding death qi, it suggests damage to the pregnancy (as in the first month). The *Liu Ren Mi Yao* says: On a Guiwei day, if the son appears on the day stem, the son is the fetal god of the day branch; if the wu appears on the day branch, the wu is the fetal god of the day stem, which is called the "mutual fetal pattern." If this is further combined with the ages of the husband and wife, the wife will definitely become pregnant, and there is no need to look for life qi and wealth god again.

課體：彈射，間傳，解離。課義：課傳五陰，貴不一心，朱丁初馬，動獲貲金。

The "lesson pattern" refers to the type of structure in the divination chart. In this case, the chart includes three types: "recoil" indicates that the four lessons do not have direct mutual control, and the day stem癸 water can only control the upper god巳 fire indirectly; "intermediate transmission" refers to the three transmissions巳, 卯, and 丑 moving backward with intervals; "resolution of separation" means that the day branch and day stem each control the opposing upper gods, and they clash with each other like a split. The "lesson meaning" consists of four lines summarizing the entire chart: within the four lessons and three transmissions, there are five consecutive yin branches, creating a dark atmosphere; the two noblemen representing day and night are located in different positions, indicating discord among people; the final transmission丑 hides the god丁 from the ten-day cycle, the first transmission巳 fire is the post-horse, and the middle transmission卯 wood is accompanied by the Vermilion Bird. Therefore, the movement of the god丁, the post-horse, and the Vermilion Bird together leads to a successful journey for seeking wealth.

解曰：四課三傳，五陰相繼。夜貴臨於晝貴之上，又作初中兩傳，所以事干兩貴，心不能一也。末傳丑上，乃是旬丁。初傳巳火，乃是驛馬。中傳卯木，上乘朱雀。若遠動求財，必許其盈囊而滿橐也。

The explanation says: In the four lessons and three transmissions, the yin branches are connected, forming five layers. For night divination, the yin nobleman is directly above the yang nobleman used in day divination. These two noblemen serve as the first and middle transmissions respectively, so any action will inevitably involve both noblemen, making the mind difficult to focus. The final transmission is at the position of you, where the heavenly stem of this week's day is hidden, indicating change. The first transmission is si fire, which is the post-horse of the current day, indicating travel. The middle transmission has卯 wood with the Vermilion Bird riding upon it, indicating official documents and messages. When the heavenly stem, the post-horse, and the Vermilion Bird all move together, it is a clear sign of long-distance travel. Therefore, going on a journey to seek wealth will certainly result in returning with full pockets and packed bags.

斷曰：彈射間傳，禍福無力，有間隔之象。二貴相承，權不歸一。又癸絕於巳，未絕於亥，干支之上，彼此乘絕。宜退換屋宅與交代職任，可無葛藤不絕之患。

The interpretation says: The combination of shooting and transmission indicates a situation where good fortune is not clearly evident and bad fortune is not deeply felt. Both sides are unable to exert force effectively, and there is always something in between. Two noblemen are involved, one above and one below, supporting each other, but the authority is not concentrated in one person. Moreover, the癸 water is in its dead position at巳 and未 earth, and the earth at亥 is also in its dead position. The day stem and day branch are both on the dead positions of each other. Therefore, in this situation, it is advisable to abandon the old residence and move to a new one, and to resign from the old position and entrust it to others. Only then can one avoid confusion and prevent future troubles.

天時：六陰相繼，畢宿落空，濃陰而已。家宅：晝占貴人臨宅，但支干相沖，居必不久。求財：財爻發用，主得貴人之財。婚姻：占女則吉，占男不佳；支干相沖，終不能諧。胎產：六陰生女，占產必速。疾病：人已克病，不久自愈。出行：驛馬發用，支干相沖，必定啟行，水路甚吉。行人：天罡加仲，必在中途。兵戰：晝占則吉，夜占中止。

Questioning the weather: The Yin branches connect through six layers, and the mansion of Net (which governs rain) falls in the void, so although dark clouds are dense, rain cannot form. Questioning about a residence: Although the nobleman is present over the house in the daytime, which is a good sign, the day branch and day stem clash, so the residence will not be long-lasting. Questioning about seeking wealth: The wealth element is just beginning to activate in the first transmission, and most of the gains will be from the nobleman's hands. Questioning about marriage: It is favorable for the female side but unfavorable for the male side; since the branches and stems clash, the marriage will ultimately not succeed. Questioning about childbirth: A full set of Yin branches indicates the birth of a daughter, and delivery will be quick. Questioning about illness: The person's Five Phases are reversed and overcome the illness energy, so the illness will soon recover. Questioning about travel: The post-horse is activated and the branches and stems clash, so departure is certain, and traveling by water is most favorable. Questioning about a missing person: The Tiangang (Chen) is at the middle position, so the person is still on the way. Questioning about warfare: A daytime divination is favorable, but a nighttime divination indicates stopping midway.

畢法云：六陰相繼盡昏迷。課經云：癸未日，干上亥，支上巳，謂之真解離卦。支克干上神，干克支上神。或夫婦行年又值此者，尤的。占者必是解離之事，乃夫妻反目，不能齊家之象也。

The *Bifa Fu* says: When six consecutive yin branches are connected, matters will be obscure and confusing. The *Ke Jing* says: On a Guiwei day, if the heavenly stem is亥 and the earthly branch is巳, this is the true *Jie Li Ke*—the day branch Wei earth overcomes the heavenly stem亥 water, and the day stem Gui water overcomes the day branch巳 fire, with both sides being incompatible. If both partners' ages also fall on these two branches, the prediction will be especially accurate. Whenever this lesson appears, the matters inquired about will certainly involve separation and disunity, mostly indicating marital discord and family disorder.

課體：元首，斬關，稼穡，遊子。課義：自干歸家，我求於他，滿地鬼賊，閉口為嘉。

This lesson has four patterns: "Original Head" refers to a situation where among the four lessons, there is only one instance where the upper god overpowers the lower god, and this is taken as the initiating transmission, like the original head governing subordinates, with affairs proceeding smoothly; "Cutting the Gate" refers to the use of gate gods such as Chen or Xu, indicating breaking through barriers and movement, with no place for rest; "Cultivating Land" refers to the three transmissions all belonging to the earth element, like farming which is slow and heavy; "Wandering Child" indicates unstable movement and drifting. The lesson meaning says: the three transmissions start from the day stem and fall to the day branch, indicating that I am seeking the other party; the two lessons on the day branch are both gods that harm the self, with enemies everywhere; and the end of the ten-day period is placed on the beginning, forming a closed mouth image, suggesting that it is best to keep silent about matters.

解曰：初傳乃干之上神，末傳乃支之上神。自干而傳及干支，正所謂我求彼事干傳支也。支上兩課盡皆鬼賊，又旬尾加於旬首，謂之閉口卦。凡事閉口，可以免禍。

The first transmission is戌, which is the heavenly plate god on the day stem. The final transmission is辰, which is the heavenly plate god on the day branch. The three transmissions start from the day stem and fall onto the day branch, which is exactly what is called "I seek the matter from the self to the other," meaning I am seeking something from the other side. The third and fourth lessons on the day branch are both ghosts that harm the self, and they are constantly restricted. Also, the end of the current ten-day period, 未, is added to the beginning of the period,戌, which is called a "closed mouth hexagram." Anything that is like closing one's mouth and speaking little can avoid misfortune.

斷曰：稼穡斬關，有沉滯之象。惟利逃亡，又為脫難格。一水五土，制克已極。物極則變，變則通。久厄者占之，反可散解。常人遇此，更名鯨鯢歸澗。凡事逼迫，不能由己。若遇雷神(太沖六合)，方能變化。占者多係田宅耕農，土工築室之事。

The interpretation says: Harvesting and farming meet the cutting gate, indicating heavy and delayed affairs, which are only favorable for fleeing or avoiding difficulties, hence it is also called the "Escape from Disaster" pattern. In the transmission of the hexagram, one癸water is opposed to five earth deities, and the suppression has reached its extreme; when extremes meet, they reverse, thus allowing a way through. Therefore, those long trapped in hardship who divinate this pattern may find their misfortunes dissipating. If an ordinary person divines this pattern, it is also called "Whale and Eel Returning to the Stream"—a big fish trapped in a small ditch, facing all kinds of pressure, with no freedom, and must meet the Thunder God, which is the earth branch Taichong卯 and the Heavenly General "Liu He," to bring about change. Those who divinate this pattern usually inquire about land, property, farming, and construction.

天時：課傳皆土，亢旱之象。家宅：墓神覆日，支陰乘丁，昏晦不寧之象。功名：發用催官，得之必速。求財：晝占不利，夜占財險。婚姻：支干相沖，終難得就。胎產：陽支包陰，產必生女。疾病：占病大凶，或年命有寅卯相加，庶幾有救。出行：課名斬關，雖無丁馬，亦可云動。行人：支干之陰陽皆沖，行者不歸。盜逃：必能尋獲。兵戰：晝占不利，不能取勝。

Questioning the weather: The entire divination consists of earth deities, showing a dry and drought-like situation with little rain. Questioning the residence: The ancestral deity is pressing on the day stem, and the fourth lesson is accompanied by the decanal Ding, indicating a dark and unstable home environment. Questioning official rank: The initiating deity is exactly the deity that promotes official status, meaning the pursuit of official position will be very quick. Questioning wealth: Divination during the day is unfavorable, but during the night suggests danger to wealth. Questioning marriage: The day branch and day stem are in conflict, ultimately making it difficult to succeed. Questioning childbirth: A yang branch is wrapped around a yin branch, indicating the child will be a girl. Questioning illness: The divination shows great danger, unless the native's birth year or current year has the wood of Yin or Mao to assist and save, there is only a small chance of survival. Questioning travel: The lesson name cuts through the gate, although there is no deity Ding or post-horse, it still indicates the need to move. Questioning a missing person: The yang and yin deities of the day branch and day stem are all in conflict, indicating the person who left will not return. Questioning theft: The thief will certainly be found. Questioning warfare: Divination during the day is unfavorable, indicating the battle will be lost.

畢法云：干乘墓虎毋占病，鬼臨三四訟災隨，我求彼事干傳支。指南：丑將加辰，占被參吉凶，曰：最難辨雪，太歲歲破剋日，主君相見責，卻喜虎頭蛇尾，先重後輕。又支乘皇恩，命乘天赦，，初末傳以凶制凶，反無凶矣。至明春太歲作救，方能脫難，俱驗。

The *Bi Fa Fu* says: If the day stem is riding on the Tomb Spirit (mound spirit) and also on the White Tiger, one should not predict illness; if the official ghost is in the third or fourth lesson, lawsuits and calamities will follow; if the three transmissions go from the day stem to the day branch, it indicates that I am seeking help from others. The *Liu Ren Zhuan Nan* states: Take Chou as the month general placed on the hour of Chen. Someone predicted the good or bad outcome of being impeached, and the judgment was: This matter is very difficult to clear up; the year ruler and the year destruction both attack the day, indicating that the king and the ministers will come to question together; fortunately, the matter starts strong but ends weak. Initially, the force is heavy, but later it gradually becomes lighter. Also, if the day branch is riding on the imperial grace and the personal destiny is riding on the Heavenly Pardon, and the first and final transmissions use Inauspicious Spirit (evil spirits) to control Inauspicious Spirit, it actually turns into a non-calamity. One must wait until next spring when the year ruler changes to the saving spirit, then one can be freed. Later, this prediction was fully verified.

課體：涉害，從革，勵德。課義：三傳育身，晝將生金，有官有印，俗庶難勝。

This lesson has three patterns: "Involvement of Harm" occurs when the four lessons are mutually controlling in more than one place and share the same type. One must compare the depth of each heavenly general's being controlled, and use the one that is most harmed to initiate the transmission, hence the matter is delayed and difficult to decide. "Reform through Metal" occurs when the three transmissions,巳, 酉, and 丑, form a metal trinity, symbolizing metal's ability to reform and renew, indicating the removal of the old and the introduction of the new. "Cultivating Virtue" occurs when the official ghost god is present, allowing the gentleman to use it to cultivate his virtue. The lesson's meaning states that the three transmissions form a metal trinity which then turns back to support and nourish the day stem,癸 water. For a daytime divination, the heavenly general is entirely earth, which generates metal, creating a layered generation. 酉 represents the official seal, and 丑 represents the official star. Having both official seal and official star is suitable only for those in official positions; common people cannot bear such noble status.

解曰：晝將純土生傳，三傳金局生干，併力育身，生旺極矣。又兼酉為印綬，丑為官星，富而且貴，仕宦所宜。若庶俗平民，豈能勝此印累累而綬若若哉。

The explanation says: When divining during the day, the heavenly generals riding on the three transmissions are all of earth type. Earth generates the metal in the three transmissions; the three transmissions form a metal formation which then returns to nourish the day stem癸water. This combined nourishment reaches its peak, both life qi and prosperity qi are at their highest. Moreover, the酉metal is the official star of癸water, and the丑earth is the minister star of癸water. Thus, both wealth and status are achieved, which is exactly suitable for officials. If an ordinary person were to receive such a divination, they would not be able to bear the heavy burden of so many official stars and hanging sashes of noble qi.

斷曰：涉害之卦，事主遲疑。類成金局，又主革故從新之象。但末傳空亡，獨留中傳丑土克干，而旦將又克之，此亦生空鬼實之例。

The statement says: The lesson of involvement and harm indicates that matters are delayed and difficult to determine. The three transmissions form a metal formation, which also implies renewal and replacing the old. However, the final transmission, which is酉 metal, falls into Kongwang, making the part that supports me become ineffective. Only the middle transmission, 丑 earth, comes to overcome the day stem. For a daytime divination, the heavenly general also joins in to overcome. This is exactly an example of "the thing that supports me falls into emptiness, while the thing that overcomes me is real."

天時：天罡指陽，畢宿空亡，水將全無，占天不雨。家宅：貴人臨宅，夜占乃吉。功名：晝占貴人發用，日祿臨支，求官最吉，但嫌權攝不正。求財：丑中有丁，水日逢之，求財必獲。

Questioning about the weather: The Tiangang points to the Yang position, and the Mansion of Net (Bixu) falls into Kongwang, with no water general in the divination, indicating that it will not rain. Questioning about a residence: The Nobleman is present over the house, and it is favorable if divined at night. Questioning about official rank: During the day, the Nobleman is initially activated in the first transmission, and the stem of the day is located in the branch of the day, which is most auspicious for seeking official position, though it is regrettable that it is a temporary appointment and not properly established. Questioning about wealth: The hidden god Ding is concealed in Chou, and a water day meets it, ensuring that wealth will certainly be obtained.

婚姻：支干上神，陰陽互沖，男女雖佳，朱陳難締。胎產：六陰相繼，胎必成女，支干相沖，占產必速。疾病：人與病沖，三傳生日而克支，不藥可愈。出行：貴人乘馬發用，出行最吉。行人：支干相沖，天罡加孟，行者未歸。兵戰：晝占甚吉，夜占最凶。盜賊：元武晝夜皆空，謂之打洞，占捕難獲。

Inquiring about marriage: The heavenly stem and earthly branch of the day are in yin and yang opposition, indicating both parties are of good condition, yet they cannot form a union. Inquiring about pregnancy: If the yin branch continues for six layers, the child must be female; if the branch and stem are in opposition, delivery will be imminent. Inquiring about illness: If the afflicted person and the illness are in opposition, and the three transmissions are born to the day stem and overcome the day branch, the illness will recover without medication. Inquiring about travel: If the nobleman is riding the post-horse and initiates the transmission, the journey is most auspicious. Inquiring about a traveler: If the branch and stem are in opposition and the tiangang is in the young position, the traveler has not yet returned. Inquiring about warfare: If the divination is done in the daytime, it is most auspicious; if done at night, it is most inauspicious. Inquiring about thieves: The main thief, represented by the black tortoise, is found in both day and night divinations to be in the kongwang position, which is called "digging a hole," making it difficult to capture the thief.

畢法云：空上逢空事莫追(夜占)，費有餘而得不足；萬事喜欣三六合，合中犯殺蜜中砒，三傳遞生人舉薦。課經云：卯加未，晝將乘雀克宅，主遭火災。指掌賦云：巳丑酉為反射，懷殺伐以酬恩。

The "Bi Fa Fu" says: If Kongwang appears again on top of Kongwang, there is no need to pursue further (this refers to night divination); there is excessive expenditure but insufficient gain; if Triple Harmony and Liu He are both complete, then all things bring joy, but if among the harmonies there are Inauspicious Sha (evil killing), it is like arsenic mixed into honey; if the three transmissions are interrelated through mutual generation, there will certainly be someone who recommends the matter. The "Ke Jing" says: If卯 (Mao) is placed on 未 (Wei), during day divination the Heavenly General rides the Vermilion Bird to attack the dwelling, indicating a fire disaster in the family. The "Zhi Zhang Fu" says: The three transmissions of巳 (Si), 丑 (Chou), and 酉 (You) are called "reflection," carrying a spirit of killing to repay kindness.

課體：重審，斫輪，羅網，勵德。課義：虛生實盜，貴多難告，朽木難雕，妻財怎靠。

This lesson has four patterns: "Chong Shen" refers to a situation where the lower god conquers the upper god among the four lessons, indicating a violation of hierarchy, requiring careful reconsideration before taking action; "Zhuo Lun" refers to a wooden god in the transmission falling into emptiness, becoming rotten wood, like a craftsman encountering decayed material while making a cart wheel, making it impossible for even a skilled craftsman to work; "Luowang" refers to being trapped by an ominous influence, where any movement leads to being bound; "Li De" refers to the official ghost being present, allowing a gentleman to refine his virtue. The meaning of the lesson states: the metal born from me, the monkey metal, is in emptiness, which is "xu sheng" (empty birth); the wood that drains me, the rat wood, is in authority, which is "shi dao" (real theft); although there are many noblemen, the day nobleman is in prison and the night nobleman is being conquered, so appeals are useless; the rat wood has become rotten, and cannot be carved into useful objects; the fire wife wealth is seated in the tomb and falls into emptiness, relying on it entirely is unreliable.

解曰：金乃生水之神，申加癸上生干，今作旬空，是生我者空也。寅木乃癸水之盜氣，今臨支而脫干，是盜我者實也。課傳之中，晝貴入獄，夜貴受克，貴人雖多，告之何益。又巳為癸之妻財，坐墓而落空，取之必有禍矣，尚可倚靠乎。卯木落空，木空則朽，朽則難雕，不能成器矣。凡遇斫輪課者，例皆同。

It is explained that metal is the god that generates water. The metal of Shen is placed above the water of Gui and should generate me, but unfortunately Shen is in the empty position of this ten-day cycle, which is called "the one that generates me falls into emptiness." The wood of Yin is something that drains and consumes the energy of the water of Gui. Now it is located on the day branch and directly drains my energy, which is called "the one that steals from me is actually strong." In the course of the divination, the nobleman for daytime divination is trapped in a prison, and the nobleman for nighttime divination is injured by being attacked. Although there are many noblemen, they are of no use when one seeks help. Moreover, the fire of Si is the wife and wealth of the water of Gui, but it is sitting on a tomb and also falls into emptiness. Trying to take it forcefully will certainly bring misfortune, and there is no reliability. The wood of Mao also falls into emptiness. When wood falls into emptiness, it becomes rotten wood, which cannot be carved and cannot be made into objects. All cases of the lesson of cutting a wheel should be examined in this way.

斷曰：斫輪遇朽，巧術難施，必宜改圖易轍，事乃有成。凡占盡是虛名，惟驚憂可解耳。

The interpretation says: When carving a wheel, encountering rotten wood, even the most skillful hands cannot perform well. One must change plans and take a different approach to achieve success. Those who receive this divination usually gain little more than empty reputation, but worries and anxieties can be resolved.

天時：天罡加酉，箕畢相會，出旬大雨。家宅：人宅沖剋，不寧之象。求財：財爻已空，焉能得有。仕宦：貴多不貴，兼之入獄受克，占官不吉。婚姻：支干相沖，恐不能就。胎產：以子損母，占產不吉。疾病：人空病實，尊長難痊。出行：晝占雖吉，防驚防失。行人：天罡加仲，必在中途。兵戰：晝占凶，夜占吉。墳葬：不吉。

Questioning the weather: The Tiangang (Chen) is on You, with Ji and Bi constellations meeting. Once the current ten-day period is over, there will be heavy rain. Questioning about a residence: The person and the house mutually clash and control, so the family cannot be at peace. Questioning about seeking wealth: The wealth element has already fallen into Kongwang, where can money be obtained? Questioning about officialdom: There are many noblemen, but they are not actually beneficial, and with imprisonment and being controlled, it is not auspicious for official positions. Questioning about marriage: The branches and stems clash, fearing that the marriage will not be successful. Questioning about childbirth: The child's energy harms the mother's energy, making childbirth inauspicious. Questioning about illness: The person is in Kongwang while the illness is real, making it difficult for the family elders to recover. Questioning about travel: Although it is auspicious during the day, still be cautious of fright and loss. Questioning about a missing person: The Tiangang (Chen) is at Zhong position, so the person must be on the way. Questioning about warfare: It is inauspicious during the day but auspicious at night. Questioning about burial: It is inauspicious.

畢法云：所謀多拙逢羅網，費有餘而得不足，將逢內戰所謀危。纂要云：癸未日干上申，乃支之網。支上寅，乃干之羅。凡占必是他孟網羅我，我孟網羅他，互相闇昧。凡仕宦占者，值干之羅網，主丁父服。值支之羅網，主丁母服。秘要云：申為長生，夜占乘虎，坐於丑墓，必父母墳中生白蟻，否則疾病。

The Bi Fa Fu says: When encountering the net, the affairs one plans are mostly clumsy and difficult to carry out; there is more expenditure than gain; the Heavenly General and the deity it rides upon are fighting internally, and the plans will certainly be dangerous. The Zuan Yao says: On a Guiwei day stem, if the day branch has Shen, this is the net of the day branch; if the day branch has Yin, this is the net of the day stem. Whenever this lesson appears, it is either that he is trying to net me or I am trying to net him, with both parties secretly competing. For officials, if they encounter the net on the day stem side, it indicates mourning for the father; if they encounter the net on the day branch side, it indicates mourning for the mother. The Mi Yao says: Shen is the place where water is born, and if it is night and one rides the White Tiger while sitting on Chou, it must be that there are white ants in the parents' graves, or there is a sick person in the family.

課體：反吟，稼穡，亂首，遊子。課義：俱丁俱鬼，加臨不美，暗以財交，訟論遂止。

This lesson has four patterns: "Reverse Chant" occurs when the month general and the time of divination are in conflict, and the heaven plate and earth plate are in opposition everywhere, indicating that matters will go back and forth; "Cultivation and Harvest" is when all three transmissions belong to earth; "Disorder at the Beginning" happens when the god on the day branch is placed on the day stem and then attacks the day stem, reversing the hierarchy, indicating that outsiders will come to bully; "Wandering Child" indicates unstable movements. The meaning of the lesson says: both the branches of "Wei" and "Chou" carry the god of the tenth day, and both are officials that control the癸 water, opposing each other, which is not a good omen; but each branch secretly contains the god of wealth, so if money is secretly used to smooth things over, the legal dispute can be stopped.

解曰：未丑俱丁，俱作日鬼，彼此加臨，不為美也。丑未相刑，俱乘朱雀，爭訟諒不免矣。而又各帶暗財，若以財暗交，訟必可止。倘在朝官員，凡有彈章獻策之事，必遭責黜。緣六陰相繼，惟利陰謀故也。

The explanation says: Both Wei and Chou carry the ten-thousand-li official, and they are both officials that restrain the day stem Gui water. The two branches opposing each other are not a good sign. Originally, Wei and Chou are in mutual punishment, and now they share the Vermilion Bird, so disputes and lawsuits are likely to occur. Fortunately, each branch contains a hidden wealth god. If private wealth is used to smooth things over, the dispute can be resolved. However, if a government official divines this, any matters involving submitting memorials for impeachment or offering strategies will surely result in criticism and dismissal. This is because there are six layers of yin branches connected, which are favorable for secret actions but unfavorable for public involvement.

斷曰：此無依之卦，又逢稼穡，凡百遲疑，作事必多阻滯。又帶刑沖，有起復不寧之象。若秋冬占此，或占人年命，上乘金木，方為吉兆，可以化孽成祥。

The interpretation says: This is the "No Dependence" aspect of reverse chant, where the upper and lower parts oppose each other and lack support, and it coincides with the situation of crops and fields, leading to hesitation in all matters and many obstacles in doing things. Moreover, with punishment and conflict present together, affairs will fluctuate up and down, and stability cannot be achieved. If this is divined in the autumn or winter seasons, or if the person's native year or age is governed by the metal or wood deities, it will be a favorable omen, transforming misfortune into good fortune.

天時：課傳上下，盡皆火土，天罡指戌，不能有雨。家宅：人宅相沖，又復相刑，事多不寧。功名：貴登天門，晝占甚吉。求財：財多鬼多，取之費力。婚姻：支干相沖，多不能就。胎產：課傳純陰，胎必成女，支干相沖，產必甚速。疾病：渾身皆病，良醫難得；年命有木，方能有救。出行：課名遊子，行蹤不定。行人：天罡加季，行人立至。兵戰：晝占不佳，夜亦欠美。

Questioning the weather: The course and transmission are entirely fire and earth, the Tiangang points to the Xu position, and it will not rain. Questioning the residence: The person and the house both conflict and injure each other, there will be many troubles in the family. Questioning official rank: The nobleman reaches the Heaven Gate at the Hai position, and it is very auspicious for daytime divination. Questioning wealth: There are many wealth spirits but also many official ghosts, making it difficult to obtain wealth. Questioning marriage: The branches conflict, and it is likely to fail. Questioning childbirth: The course and transmission are entirely yin branches, the child must be female; the branches conflict, and childbirth will be very quick. Questioning illness: The whole body is ill, it is hard to find a good doctor; if there is a wood spirit in the person's year, there is hope. Questioning travel: The course is for a traveler, the whereabouts are uncertain. Questioning a missing person: The Tiangang points to the season position, the missing person will arrive soon. Questioning warfare: It is not good for daytime divination, and not good for nighttime either.

畢法云：兩貴受克難干貴，水日逢丁財動之。觀月經云：壬癸日巳加亥，卯加酉，貴人皆立於受克之方，切不可告貴用事，不論在傳不在傳，俱如此說。精蘊：酉年二月，丑為年命，妻占夫病。曰：妻之年命，上乘華蓋，鬼乘太常，又是死氣為弔客，此為孝帛蓋妻頭，必不可救。

The "Bifa Fu" says: If two noblemen are both harmed, it will be difficult to rely on them for affairs; if a day of water meets the spirit of Ding, there will certainly be changes in wealth. The "Guan Jingxue" says: On days of Ren and Gui, if Si is placed on Hai and Mao is placed on You, the two noblemen are both in positions of being harmed, and one should not seek the nobleman's help for affairs; regardless of whether the nobleman is within the three transmissions or not, the judgment is the same. The "Jing Yun" records: In the year of You, during the second month, with Chou as the native destiny, when predicting the husband's illness based on the wife's destiny, it is said: The wife's native destiny has Huagai above it, and the official ghost is riding on Tai Chang, and it is dead qi transforming into a mourning guest, which is like a mourning cloth covering the wife's head, indicating the husband's illness is certainly incurable.

課體：知一，鑄印，度厄。課義：彼己唇吻，相交和順，末助初財，宜講秦晉。

This divination lesson has three types: "Zhi Yi" also known as "Bi Yong," which refers to when the four lessons have multiple instances of mutual control, and one is selected based on the same yin-yang relationship as the day stem to initiate the transmission, emphasizing singularity; "Zhu Yin" occurs when the third transmission includes the combination of Xu and Si, where Xu represents the seal and Si represents the furnace fire, and the fire refines the seal, indicating promotion and advancement in official rank; "Du E" signifies the ability to overcome difficulties. The lesson interpretation states: I and the other party first clash with words, then cross and harmonize, turning into a peaceful relationship. The final transmission of卯 wood generates the initial transmission of巳 fire, and巳 fire is the wealth deity of癸 water, leading to substantial wealth sources. This pattern is most suitable for discussing marriage and forming alliances.

解曰：干上午與支上子相沖，支辰與日干丑未相沖，口舌難免。既而干上之午與支辰相合，支上之子與日干相合；是交車相合，豈非交相和順之象乎。末傳卯木，助起初傳之巳火，作日之財神，是財甚厚也。支干上下，先則相沖相害，後則相合相和，有類乎秦晉，仇敵而作婚姻也。

It is explained that the stem Wu on the day stem conflicts directly with the branch Zi on the day branch, and the branch Wei on the day branch also conflicts with the branch Chou where the day stem is lodging. Disputes and arguments are inevitable. However, later on, the stem Wu on the day stem combines with the branch Wei on the day branch, and the branch Zi on the day branch also combines with the branch Chou where the day stem is lodging. This mutual combination forms a harmonious relationship, indicating a transformation into harmony. The final transmission, which is the wood of Mao, nurtures and supports the initial transmission, which is the fire of Si. The fire of Si is the wealth deity of the day, showing an abundant source of wealth. Between the day stem and day branch, they first conflict and cause harm, but later combine and harmonize, resembling the relationship between the states of Qin and Jin during the Spring and Autumn period, which were once enemies but later formed a marital alliance.

斷曰：此知一之卦，又名鑄印，有加官進級之象。人有未和，事有未順，切須堅心忍耐，後必成功。

The interpretation says: This is a case of "Knowing One," also known as "Casting the Seal," which implies promotion and advancement in official rank. At present, interpersonal relations are not yet harmonious, and affairs are not proceeding smoothly. As long as one remains steadfast in one's mind and endures patiently, success will surely come later.

天時：水運乎上，天罡指亥，占天有雨。功名：旺神臨支，初末乘貴，課名鑄印，占官最吉。求財：財爻臨身又發用，財神作貴人，主得貴人之財。婚姻：先難後易，終必成就。胎產：下強上弱，胎必成女，支干相沖，產必易速。疾病：白虎乘支克干上神，主得心疾，不久可愈。出行：貴人乘馬，出行最宜。行人：天罡加孟，尚未起程。兵戰：干被支克，利主不利客。

Questioning about the weather: Water qi is moving above, the Tiangang (Chen) points to the Hai position, indicating rain in the sky. Questioning about official rank: The strong god is present on the day branch, both the first and final transmissions are occupied by the nobleman, the lesson is called casting the seal, which is most auspicious for seeking official position. Questioning about wealth: The wealth element is both on the self and the first transmission is activated, the wealth god is the nobleman, indicating gaining money from the nobleman. Questioning about marriage: It is difficult at first but easy later, eventually leading to success. Questioning about pregnancy: The lower is strong and the upper is weak, the fetus must be female; the branches and stems are in conflict, indicating a quick and smooth delivery. Questioning about illness: The White Tiger is on the day branch and attacks the day stem's heavenly element, indicating a heart and chest illness, which can be cured soon. Questioning about travel: The nobleman is riding the post-horse, making travel most suitable. Questioning about a missing person: The Tiangang (Chen) is in the Meng position, the person has not yet started moving. Questioning about warfare: The day stem is attacked by the day branch, benefiting the host side but not the guest army.

畢法云：權攝不正祿臨支，課傳俱貴轉無依；胎財生氣妻懷孕(七月占)，胎財死氣損胎推(正月占)。秘要云：初傳巳加子，末傳卯加戌，宜告貴成事，謂之末助初財初德，乃貴人助貴人也。又是交車合，宜交關取財，合本營運之事。纂義云：年命在亥，為前後引從，必得兩貴成就。

The *Bi Fa Fu* says: When the official star falls on the day branch, it indicates a temporary appointment with an improper status; when the transmissions are everywhere occupied by noblemen, it results in a lack of support; when the fetal god and wealth god carry life qi, it indicates the wife is pregnant (as in the seventh month); when the fetal god and wealth god carry death qi, it should be interpreted as a loss of the fetus (as in the first month). The *Mi Yao* says: When the first transmission is in巳 placed on子, and the final transmission is in卯 placed on戌, it is suitable for seeking help from noblemen to accomplish matters, called "the final transmission assists the first transmission's wealth and virtue," equivalent to a nobleman helping another nobleman. This lesson also involves a mutual combination of the car and the exchange, suitable for traveling and trading for profit, and joint business ventures. The *Zuan Yi* says: When the native's destiny and age fall on亥, with preceding and following supports, it is certain to receive assistance from two noblemen and accomplish matters.

課體：涉害，從革。課義：人豐宅墮，我福他禍，晝將生傳，傳金生我。

This divination lesson has two patterns: involvement in harm and transformation through change. The three transmissions are巳, 酉, and 丑, forming a metal trinity, which disperses the energy of the day branch and benefits the day stem癸 water. The lesson interpretation says: the population is thriving but the houses are in disrepair; I gain blessings while the opposite side suffers. When divining in the daytime, the heavenly general is entirely earth, which generates the metal in the three transmissions. The metal in the three transmissions then generates the day stem, creating a chain of generation. All the benefits return to oneself.

解曰：全金脫支生干，若占人宅，必主人口豐盈，居宅傾墮也。倘占人己，必主我福他禍。晝將皆土，盡生三傳。三傳皆金，又生癸干。則慮始保終，概可知矣。

The three transmissions are all metal, which drain the energy of the day branch and benefit the day stem. If this is used to divinate about people and houses, it indicates that the family has many people but the house is in disrepair; if used to divinate between two parties, it suggests that I will gain benefit while the other side suffers misfortune. In the daytime divination, the heavenly general is entirely earth, which generates all three transmissions; the three transmissions are metal, which in turn generate the癸 water day stem. Thus, there is a layered mutual generation, from the beginning to the end, making the whole matter clear and known.

斷曰：見機之卦，傳逢從革。凡有所占，皆宜見機革舊，擇善從新。先俱起於虛聲，終必歸於有濟。其三傳自末遞生，必主多人舉薦，愈久而愈吉之象也。

The interpretation states: This type of divination is called "Seeing Opportunity" or "Involving Harm." The three transmissions of this chart form a pattern of transformation. Whenever one seeks divination, they should act according to the opportunity, abandoning the old and adopting the good. At the beginning, everything is based on empty words and reputation, but eventually it will result in tangible success. The three transmissions are generated from the final transmission back to the first, indicating that many people will recommend and support, and the longer the time, the more auspicious it becomes.

天時：畢宿發用，全金生水，但遇酉空，出旬有雨。家宅：人多屋狹。功名：貴人臨干，占命屬子，必貴無疑。求財：主得貴人、文書之財。婚姻：晝占男吉，夜占女吉，干支相沖，恐不能就。胎產：下強上弱，又是六陰，產女無疑；支干相沖，產必易速。疾病：腎氣大虛，急宜峻補，久病則凶。出行：支干相沖，馬已臨身，必定速行。行人：天罡加仲，必在中途。兵戰：晝占則凶，夜占稍吉。

Questioning the weather: The mansion of Net (Bi Su) is at the first transmission and initiates rain, with full metal energy generating water. However, the酉 (you) is in the empty position, so rain will come only after the current ten-day period. Questioning about a residence: Many people but narrow rooms. Questioning about official rank: The nobleman is on the day stem. If the person being questioned is born under the Zi (子) branch, he will certainly achieve high status. Questioning about seeking wealth: The fortune comes from both the nobleman and the documents. Questioning about marriage: Day divination is favorable for the man, night divination is favorable for the woman; if the heavenly stem and earthly branch conflict, there is fear that the marriage will not be concluded. Questioning about childbirth: The lower part is strong and the upper part is weak, and it is full of yin branches, so it is certain to be a female child; if the heavenly stem and earthly branch conflict, the childbirth will certainly be quick and smooth. Questioning about illness: The kidney energy is greatly deficient, so it is necessary to use strong medicine to urgently replenish it, otherwise if it becomes a chronic illness, it will be dangerous. Questioning about travel: The heavenly stem and earthly branch conflict and the post-horse is already on the person, so the person will definitely leave soon. Questioning about a missing person: The Tiangang (天罡) is at the middle position of the Chen (辰), so the person is certainly on the way. Questioning about warfare: Day divination indicates bad fortune, night divination indicates slightly better fortune.

畢法云：三傳遞生人舉薦，傳墓入墓分憎愛；水日逢丁財動之，眷屬豐盈居狹宅。指南：丁丑二月戌將午時占會試，曰：貴德財馬臨身，且居太歲之位，必應今年甲榜。況年上乘月將青龍，主片言人相。又旬首河魁為官星，乃文明之宿。二者會於行年，未有不捷者，果應。

The "Bifa Fu" says: If the three transmissions turn around and mutually generate, there must be someone recommending; if the three transmissions fall into the墓 or the birth star enters the墓, one must distinguish whether it is attracting favor or disfavor; if a water day meets the Ding god, there will certainly be changes in wealth; the family is prosperous but living in a narrow house. The "Liu Ren Zhi Nan" records: In the Dingchou year, in the second month, taking the戌 as the month general and the午 time for the imperial examination divination, the judgment says: the nobleman, the day virtue, the wealth god, and the post-horse all appear on the self, and it is exactly at the position of the sovereign's year, so this year must certainly pass the examination and be listed in the first class. Moreover, the self's year is riding on the month general and the "Azure Dragon", indicating that one's words will be appreciated by others; also, the first day of the current ten-day period has the Hekui戌 as the official star, which is a star mansion indicating civilization. These two things gathering on the year's position, there is no reason not to pass, and later it indeed came true.

課體：元首，斬關，稼穡。課義：眾情皆惡，宜自相度，閉口居中，免被凌虐。

This lesson has three patterns: the original head, the cutting gate, and the farming and reaping. The meaning of the lesson states that all four lessons and three transmissions are things that overcome me, and everyone's thoughts are not favorable to me, so I should weigh things carefully and act according to the situation. The middle transmission is exactly the spirit of closing the mouth in the center; as long as I speak cautiously and act carefully, I can avoid the suffering of being bullied and mistreated.

解曰：三傳四課，無一非鬼，且重值魁罡，極凶極惡。宜深思曲慮，相機而動，方能免患。若不度量而疏忽乘之，必罹其禍也。中傳閉口，必須謹言，庶可免凌虐之患。

The three transmissions and four lessons contain no element that does not harm the self and bring official ghosts, and the two ominous signs, Hekui in Xu and Tiangang in Chen, appear repeatedly, indicating extreme misfortune. At this time, one must think repeatedly and carefully calculate, determine the right moment before taking action, in order to avoid calamity; if one acts carelessly without consideration, certain disaster will surely befall. The middle transmission is the god of closed mouth, so one must be cautious with words, in order to avoid suffering from being bullied.

斷曰：墓神覆日，闇昧不明，凡占不免阻滯。夜虎臨宅克干，至驚至危。尚喜凶神沖戰，能使大事化小，此亦以凶制凶之道也。

The interpretation states: The tomb deity is covering the day stem, causing a dark and unclear situation; all divinations will inevitably face obstructions. When divining at night, the White Tiger is present over the house and attacks the day stem, leading to extreme danger. Fortunately, several Inauspicious Spirit (malevolent spirits) are conflicting with each other, which can instead reduce major issues into minor ones. This is a method of using Inauspicious Spirit to control other Inauspicious Spirit.

天時：墓神覆日，占天不晴，課傳皆土，陰而不雨。家宅：晝占猶可，夜占至凶。功名：官鬼太多，反不為貴。求財：一點丁財，恐不敢取。婚姻：男不中和，女不柔順，兼且不就。胎產：晝則易產，夜則憂驚。疾病：土克水之象，年命若臨木神，尚可救。出行：課名遊子，豈得家居。行人：天罡加季，行者立至。兵戰：晝夜俱凶。

Questioning the weather: The tomb god is covering the day stem, indicating the sky will not clear; the entire divination consists of earth deities, showing a gloomy situation but no rain. Questioning about a residence: During the day it is still acceptable, but at night it is extremely ominous. Questioning about official rank: There are too many official ghosts, which actually prevents the attainment of noble status. Questioning about seeking wealth: There is only a small amount of wealth associated with the Ding deity, and one is afraid to take it. Questioning about marriage: The man is not gentle, the woman is not compliant, and the marriage cannot be formed. Questioning about childbirth: Divination during the day suggests an easy birth, but at night indicates worry and alarm. Questioning about illness: A strong earth element is suppressing the water element; if the person's destiny and age are influenced by the wood deity, there is still hope. Questioning about travel: The divination name is "wandering child," indicating one cannot stay in one place. Questioning about a missing person: The Tiangang deity is at the season position, so the person who has left home will arrive soon. Questioning about warfare: Both day and night divinations indicate misfortune.

畢法云：鬼臨三四訟災隨，干墓並關人宅廢。古鑑：七月午將加卯占前程，曰：官不遷轉，止宜治生。又一人占病課同，曰：命不長久。或問其故，曰：前是乙未生人，中傳臨未為命，自墓中引出，末傳見旬首，周而復始。官方初起，如何遷轉。旬遁癸未，未克癸水為財，又三傳全鬼化財，故可治生。後是丙辰生人，本命自來墓身，是添一墓神在其身上，如何得以長久，後二人皆驗。

The *Bi Fa Fu* says: If the official ghost is in the third or fourth lesson, lawsuits and misfortunes will follow; if the day stem's tomb god coincides with a harmful star, both person and dwelling will decline. The *Gu Jian* records: In July, take the hour of Wu as the month general placed on the卯 hour to predict future prospects, and the judgment is: official position cannot be promoted, only suitable for managing daily affairs. Another person consulted about illness with the same lesson pattern, and the judgment was: short lifespan. Someone asked about the reason, and the answer was: the first person was born in the year of Yiwei. The middle transmission was on the hexagram of Wei, which was his true birth year. It came from the tomb, and the final transmission again saw the beginning of the current ten-day period, forming a circle and returning to the original place. The official career had just begun, how could promotion be possible? The hexagram of Wei in the ten-day cycle concealed the stem of Gui. The earth of Wei overcame the water of Gui to form wealth. All three transmissions were official ghosts transformed into wealth, so only managing daily affairs was suitable. The second person was born in the year of Bingchen. His true birth year already carried a tomb, equivalent to adding another tomb god on his body. How could he last long? Later, both cases were verified.

課體：遙克，彈射，勵德，間傳。課義：傳及支干，總下生上，銷根斷源，凡謀惡況。

This lesson has four patterns: "Remote Control" refers to a situation where there is no direct mutual control between the four lessons, and only the initiating transmission is taken from a distant position, which in this case is a type of remote control where the day stem controls the upper god; "Moral Cultivation" refers to the situation where an official ghost is present and a gentleman uses it to cultivate virtue; "Intermediate Transmission" refers to the three transmissions proceeding in a staggered manner. The meaning of the lesson states: the three transmissions fall on the day stem and day branch, and everywhere there is generation from below to above, my original energy is continuously leaking out, just like branches decaying the root and water flow cutting off the source; whatever plans are made, are all in extremely bad conditions.

解曰：四課三傳，皆下生上也。脫盜滋甚，乃為枝銷其根，流斷其源。凡有所謀，俱繫極惡景況，緣皆脫騙，使人不及知覺，不及防閒故也。

The explanation says: In the four lessons and three transmissions, there is nowhere that the lower is not generating the upper. My original energy is constantly leaking out, and the loss is becoming increasingly severe, just like branches and leaves draining the tree roots dry, or the lower reaches cutting off the source. Any endeavor is in an extremely bad situation, because this leakage comes from secret deception. By the time people realize it, it is too late, and there is no way to guard against it.

斷曰：彈射間傳，美惡俱輕，事中多阻，主失多而得寡。利於尊長，不利於卑幼。初實末虛，亦有始無終之象。

The interpretation states: A shooting action combined with an intermediate transmission indicates that good outcomes are limited and bad ones are not severe. There are many obstacles in the middle of things, with more losses than gains. This situation benefits elders and superiors but is unfavorable for younger people. The first transmission is solid while the final one is empty, suggesting a beginning without an end.

天時：天罡加寅，畢宿落空，晴而有風。家宅：宅上乘空脫宅，虛耗百出；支於相剋相沖，居亦不安。求財：己財難保，何暇他求。婚姻：干實支空，晝占皆凶；倘若占男，夜將則吉。功名：貴人發用，又與朱雀驛馬相併，求官可許。胎產：課傳皆陰，胎必成女；母空兒實，產必甚吉。疾病：必是虛弱之症，然實病空，不久自愈。出行：宅空人實，驛馬發用，必行之象。行人：天罡加孟，尚未啟行。兵戰：晝占則吉，夜占則凶。

Questioning the weather: The Tiangang (Chen) is placed on the寅 (Yin), indicating rain. The Net mansion (Bi Su) falls on the Kongwang, and although the sky is clear, there is wind. Questioning the residence: The residence is occupied by the Kongwang, which drains the residence's energy, causing visible losses everywhere. The day stem and day branch both harm and conflict, making the residence unstable. Questioning about wealth: One cannot even keep their own money safe, how can they seek more? Questioning about marriage: The day stem is solid while the day branch is empty, and daytime divination is unfavorable. If it is for the man, using the night general instead brings good fortune. Questioning about official rank: The nobleman (Guiren) initiates the first transmission, and is joined by the Vermilion Bird (Zhu Que) and the post-horse (Yi Ma), indicating that seeking official position is acceptable. Questioning about childbirth: All the transmissions are yin branches, indicating a female child. The mother's side is empty while the fetus's side is solid, resulting in a very favorable birth. Questioning about illness: The illness is of a weak nature, but the body is solid while the illness is empty, so it will soon recover. Questioning about travel: The residence is empty but the person is solid, and the post-horse is in use, indicating that one must go. Questioning about a traveler: The Tiangang (Chen) is in the beginning position, indicating the person has not yet started. Questioning about warfare: A daytime divination is favorable, while a nighttime one is unfavorable.

畢法云：晝夜貴加求兩貴，三傳遞生人舉薦，六陰相繼盡昏迷。秘要云：源消根斷格，占病者必因不攝而致疾。課經云：三傳遞生，必有人推薦。如值空亡者，雖有舉薦之心，終無成就之實，乃閒話多而赤心少也。玉成歌云：水乘火將皆驚恐，勾雀同傳主訟傷。又云：地足天頭加酉卯，將乘蛇虎遠行遊(戌亥為天頭，辰巳為地足，加酉卯乘蛇虎，主有遠行)。

The "Bifa Fu" says: When both the daytime nobleman and the nighttime nobleman are present together, one should seek the help of both at the same time to accomplish a task; if the three transmissions are interrelated through mutual generation, there will certainly be someone who recommends; if six yin branches are connected, all matters will be obscure. The "Miyao" says: This is called the "Source Consumed and Root Cut Pattern," and those who are ill must have gotten sick due to lack of restraint and improper care. The "Ke Jing" says: If the three transmissions are interrelated through mutual generation, there will certainly be someone who recommends; but if it meets kongwang, then although there is a desire to recommend, there will be no actual success, with many idle words but little genuine action. The "Yucheng Ge" says: When the water deity is accompanied by the fire general, it indicates fear and alarm; when "Gou Chen" and the Vermilion Bird appear together in the three transmissions, it indicates legal disputes and injuries. It also says: When the earth foot and the sky head are placed on You and Mao, and the heavenly general is accompanied by "Teng Snake" or the White Tiger, it indicates a journey away from home (Xu and Hai are called the sky head, Chen and Si are called the earth foot; when they are placed on You and Mao and accompanied by snake and tiger, it indicates a long journey).

課體：昴星，掩目。課義：元盜晝乘，滿目空神，守棄不可，身若浮萍。

This lesson has two types: "昴星" is formed when there is no mutual control among the four lessons, and it does not belong to the eight specialized Hidden Chant. Therefore, we have to use the酉 position. There is Hairy Head mansion on the酉 position, hence the name. On a yin day, the heavenly plate's酉 position is used with the earth plate's deity as the initiating transmission, resembling a winter snake closing its eyes and hiding, hence it is also called "掩目". The meaning of the lesson states: during the day, the Black Tortoise is on the deity that leaks my strength, and everything seen is empty deities. It stays in place but cannot hold on, abandons moving forward yet meets emptiness everywhere, like floating duckweed with no place to take root.

解曰：寅木臨干，本脫癸水，晝將又乘元武，盜脫更甚。初末俱申，皆係旬空，癸於孟守，恐被寅木盜脫。若棄而前行，皆又逢空，是守既不能，棄又不可，身若浮萍飄蕩而已。此為似反吟課，雖非反吟，而三傳往來，皆在支千，與反吟相類也。

The explanation says: The wood of寅 is on the day stem, originally draining the癸 water, and during the day, it is accompanied by the Black Tortoise, which is associated with theft, making the leakage of stolen goods even worse. Both the first and final transmissions are申, and申 is exactly in the empty position of this cycle. If the癸 water remains in the young position without moving, it is afraid of being drained by the寅 wood. If it moves forward from its original position, the front is also all empty positions. Thus, it cannot stay in place and cannot be abandoned, so the person is like a floating duckweed, drifting around. This divination seems like reverse chant, but it is actually not reverse chant, because all three transmissions are back and forth on the day stem and day branch, which only resembles reverse chant.

斷曰：柔日昴星，昴星者，酉中有昴宿，故以酉下為用。如冬蛇之掩目，藏蟄不動，宜防闇昧之憂。若晝占將乘元后，則陰私萬狀，更有不可告人者矣。

The interpretation says: This is a Hairy Head mansion lesson on a yin day. The term Hairy Head mansion refers to the mansion of Hairy Head, which is located at the position of You. Therefore, the Heaven Plate You is used with the Earth Plate god initiating the transmission. This image is like a snake in winter closing its eyes and remaining still, warning of hidden troubles that may arise from the shadows. If the divination is done during the day and the Heavenly General is riding the Black Tortoise along with the Heavenly Empress, then secret matters will emerge, and there will be hidden affairs that are not to be seen.

天時：柔日昴星　天罡指陰，若待出旬，必然大雨。家宅：支之陰陽盡空，有室如懸罄之象。求財：青龍已空，財爻不見，難必其有。婚姻：支干相沖，宅上空陷，占婚不吉。功名：官祿不見，青龍又空，占官不吉。胎產：柔日昴星，孕必成女，兒實母空，占產甚吉。疾病：病空人實，不久自愈。出行：驛馬不見，伏匿之象，及春始行。行人：天罡加仲，恐在中途。兵戰：晝占有獲，夜占大勝。

Questioning the weather: On a cloudy day, the star昴 is visible and the Tiangang points to the Yin position. One must wait until the end of this ten-day period before there will certainly be a heavy rain. Questioning about a residence: Both the Yang and Yin spirits of the day branch are empty, making the house seem as empty as a hanging bell. Questioning about wealth: The Azure Dragon has fallen empty, and the wealth爻 is not visible, making it difficult to say there is any wealth. Questioning about marriage: The branches and stems are in conflict, and the residence is also empty and陷, indicating an unfavorable marriage. Questioning about official rank: The official star and the禄神 are not visible, and the Azure Dragon has also fallen empty, indicating an unfavorable prediction for official rank. Questioning about childbirth: On a cloudy day with the star昴 visible, the child must be female; the fetus is solid on one side while the mother's side is empty, indicating a very favorable childbirth. Questioning about illness: The illness energy is empty while the person is solid, and the illness will soon be cured. Questioning about travel: The post-horse is not visible, indicating a hidden and inactive situation, and travel can only be completed in spring. Questioning about a missing person: The Tiangang and the辰 are at the Zhong position, indicating the person is still on the way. Questioning about warfare: During the day, there is a capture and killing; at night, there is a great victory.

畢法云：所謀多拙逢羅網，虎視逢虎力難施。纂要云：干上寅，支上申，初傳申為虎之本家。中傳寅亦是虎，末傳又是申虎，所謂虎視逢虎者也。凡值此課，必驚天動地，不能免禍。

The *Bi Fa Fu* says: When encountering the Luo Wang (Net), most plans are clumsy and difficult to achieve; "Tiger Watching Meets a Tiger" means that even if one has ability, it cannot be fully utilized. The *Zuan Yao* states: If the day stem is寅 and the day branch is申, the first transmission is申, which is the original home of the White Tiger; the middle transmission is寅, which also belongs to the Tiger in the zodiac; and the final transmission is again申, the White Tiger. This is called "Tiger Watching Meets a Tiger." Whenever this type of divination occurs, there will certainly be a major disturbance, and misfortune is unavoidable.

課體：伏吟，自任，元胎。課義：行人到戶，來必欺侮，晝祿遁庚，末逢眾虎。

This lesson has three patterns: "Hidden Chant" occurs when the month general is directly placed on the time of divination, and the heaven plate and earth plate completely coincide, so all matters are hidden and remain still. For a yang day, the "Hidden Chant" uses the god on the day stem to initiate the transmission, called "self-reliance," meaning that everything depends on oneself. "Original Fetus" is when all transmissions fall on the four young positions of寅, 申, 巳, and 亥. It is like the initial formation of the fetal energy, hidden and not yet visible. The lesson interpretation says: a person who is away has already reached the doorstep; but when the other party comes, they will surely bully me. For a daytime divination, the day stem's禄 (favorable position) is寅, which in this旬 (ten-day cycle) hides out as庚 metal, transforming into official ghost. The final transmission 申 collides with a group of White Tigers.

解曰：伏吟驛馬發用，行人即歸。支神陰陽皆金，干神陰陽皆木。自干傳支，動必受其欺侮也。寅為日祿，旬遁庚鬼。夜猶得青龍相助，晝則蛇火脫氣，必成災咎。寅祿既不可守，中傳巳又脫日，孟投末傳，遂逢眾虎。蓋申固虎也，又乘晝虎，支神陰陽，眾虎為群，胡可當哉。

The divination shows that a Hidden Chant lesson with the Post-horse starting as the first transmission indicates that someone going out will return home immediately. The yang and yin spirits on the day branch are all metal, and those on the day stem are all wood; metal directly overcomes wood. The three transmissions proceed from the day stem to the day branch, so when I move, I will be bullied by the other side.寅 is the禄 of 甲, and in this cycle, the hidden庚 metal is revealed;庚 is the official ghost of 甲. In a night divination, there is assistance from the Azure Dragon, but in a day divination, it rides on the Teng Snake, which is fire, thus leaking the original energy and inevitably leading to misfortune. The禄 of寅 is unable to be held, the middle transmission巳 fire further drains the day stem, and the path leads to the final transmission where it meets a group of tigers—申 is originally associated with the tiger, and it also rides on the White Tiger of day divination. The yang and yin spirits of the day branch combine to form a tiger group; how can it be resisted?

斷曰：此自任之卦，課傳皆孟，名曰元胎，乃隱伏未發之象，靜以待時則吉。發用祿馬俱全，螣蛇生角，勾陳捧印，官上催官。仕宦占之，顯達可必，尤喜見水，若年命逢申者不利。

The interpretation states: This is a self-occupied lesson, with all transmissions falling in the positions of the first quarters. It is called the original embryo, indicating a hidden and unmanifested situation. If it becomes quiet and waits for the right time, it will be auspicious. The first transmission initiates with both the禄神 (lucky god) and The Post-horse (post-horse) present. Additionally, there is 「螣蛇生角」—the Teng Snake gains strength and will transform into a dragon; 「勾陈捧印」—the Gou Chen supports the seal, and with the official star further promoting the official star. For those seeking official positions, success can be determined. Especially favorable is the presence of water in the lesson to nourish wood, but those whose birth year falls on the hour of Shen (申) are not favorable.

天時：風多雨少，夜占有雨。家宅：干支互絕，宜與人兌換房屋。婚姻：夜占可用，但防刑剋。胎產：胎旺或主婢孕。功名：夜占龍馬駕德祿，科名大利，惟申巳午命者不足。求財：難得。投謁：利見貴求名。疾病：主見血光甚凶，幸有解神，不妨。失脫：近處尋獲。出行：宜遠行。行人：即至。爭訟：不利，宜靜以待動。兵戰：晝占不寧，夜占大勝。

Questioning about the weather: there is much wind and little rain; if divined at night, there may be rain. Questioning about a residence: the day stem and day branch are on the绝 (terminal) position, which is not favorable; it is better to exchange houses with someone else. Questioning about marriage: it is suitable to divinate at night, but one should beware of conflicts and punishments. Questioning about childbirth: the fetal energy is strong, possibly indicating that a servant in the family will become pregnant. Questioning about official rank: if divined at night, the Azure Dragon and the Post-horse carry the day virtue and day fortune, which is very favorable for academic success; only those whose birth year belongs to the Monkey, Snake, or Horse will be somewhat less fortunate. Questioning about seeking wealth: it is not easy to obtain. Questioning about visiting officials: it is suitable to seek fame by consulting a nobleman. Questioning about illness: it indicates a possibility of blood-related incidents, which is very dangerous; fortunately, the divination includes the Relief Deity, so there will be no actual disaster. Questioning about lost items: they can be found nearby. Questioning about travel: it is suitable for long journeys. Questioning about a traveler: they will arrive soon. Questioning about disputes: it is unfavorable; one should remain calm and wait for the other party to act first. Questioning about warfare: if divined during the day, there will be unrest; if divined at night, there will be a great victory.

畢法云：賓主不投刑在上，我求彼事干傳支，信任丁馬須言動。袖中金云：元胎見祿馬龍雀，大利占試。如常人見勾陳白虎，必有訟事或病人也。亥月占主胎產，行年見龍生男，見后生女。螣驚虎傷勾有厄也。

The *Bifa Fu* says: If the upper deity is accompanied by punishment, the host and guest cannot agree; if the three transmissions proceed from the day stem to the day branch, it indicates that I am seeking the other party; if the lesson contains the deity Ding and the post-horse, it indicates that there must be change. The *Xiu Zhong Jin* says: In a lesson of original birth, if the禄神 (favorable deity), post-horse, azure dragon, and vermilion bird are present, it is most favorable for predicting exams; if ordinary people see Gou Chen and white tiger, there will be lawsuits or illness. In the month of亥, predicting childbirth, if the year pillar has the azure dragon, it indicates a boy; if it has the heavenly empress, it indicates a girl. Teng snake indicates alarm, white tiger indicates injury, and Gou Chen indicates misfortune.

課體：知一，退茹，重陰。課義：遞相蒙蔽，兩貴恃勢，生計雖榮，子息廢棄。

This lesson has three patterns: first, knowing one; second, "retreating with the root," which refers to the three transmitters being Zi, Hai, and Xu, each one following the other backward, like pulling out a bundle of reeds but moving in the opposite direction; third, "heavy yin," meaning the path of Zi, Hai, and Xu is dark and gloomy, with layers of darkness. The lesson's meaning says: the day stem and day branch are each other's storage, covering and being covered by each other, thus mutual obstruction; the day nobleman and night nobleman each rely on their power, but Chou and Wei mutually harm each other, and the two noblemen cannot come together; all water energy comes to birth the day stem, so the livelihood is not without prosperity, but the excessive water overcomes fire, and the sons of Jia wood are immediately abandoned.

解曰：干墓復支，支墓復干，彼此遞相蒙蔽也。晝貴在干，夜貴在支，而丑與未為恃勢之刑，兩貴亦不相能也。子亥，水也。戌乘雙武亦水也。全水生干，生計可謂榮茂矣。然制火太甚，為日干之子孫者，不幾廢棄乎。

The day stem's墓神 is covering the day branch, and the day branch's Tomb Spirit is covering the day stem, with both mutually obstructing each other. For daytime divination, the nobleman is on the day stem side, while for nighttime divination, the nobleman is on the day branch side. The combination of chou and wei indicates a situation of mutual oppression and punishment. The two noblemen also do not get along with each other. Zi and hai are both water, and xu is occupied by the black tortoise both day and night, as the black tortoise also belongs to water. A full array of water is generating the day stem jia wood, indicating prosperity and flourishing in matters of livelihood. However, excessive water overpowers fire, and fire is the offspring of jia wood. If the offspring aspect is weakened, then this aspect is not favorable.

斷曰：此知一之卦，連茹逆傳，退中有進，恩中生害。事起同類，和衷則吉，疑貳則凶。後陰元武，一片奸私。子未丑午，四神交害，人旺宅衰，主賓不合。百凡謹慎防閒，免受暗中侵損也。陰貴相助，秋冬占之大吉。

The interpretation says: This is a case of knowing one lesson. The three transmissions are connected and moving in reverse, with retreat containing advancement, and blessings giving rise to misfortune. The matter is initiated by people of the same class and kind. If they unite in harmony, it is auspicious; if they suspect each other, it is ominous. The Heavenly Empress, Tai Yin, and the Black Tortoise, these officials of secrecy, are gathered together, full of deceit and hidden affairs. The Zi and Wei, Chou and Wu, four divine spirits, are mutually harmful. The person is strong but the dwelling is weak, and the host does not get along with guests. In all matters, one must be cautious and vigilant to avoid being secretly harmed by others. Fortunately, the nobleman of the shadow is willing to help, and this is a great blessing in autumn and winter.

天時：淫雨連旬不止。家宅：不和，防損小口，夜占天空，主屋上獸頭落。婚姻：不宜。胎產：胎安產易，防不育。功名：有人暗中默助。求財：得後亦防耗失。疾病：夜占主鬼為殃，可禳，若占子孫病凶。失脫：宜尋。出行：遲疑不決。行人：遲歸。爭訟：可解，防暗害。兵戰：少利，秋冬吉。

Questioning the weather: Continuous rain has been falling for several weeks. Questioning the house: There is disharmony at home, and there is a risk of injury to the child; if divined at night under the 'Tian Kong' (sky), it indicates that the beast's head on the roof may fall off. Questioning marriage: Not advisable. Questioning pregnancy: The fetal condition is stable and delivery will be smooth, but only fear that the child may not grow up. Questioning fame and status: Someone will secretly help. Questioning wealth: Even if you obtain it, be cautious of loss and waste. Questioning illness: If divined at night, it indicates supernatural interference, which can be resolved by prayer and ritual; if it concerns the illness of children, it is ominous. Questioning lost items: You should search for them. Questioning travel: Uncertain, unable to make a decision. Questioning a traveler: He will return late. Questioning disputes: It can be mediated, but beware of hidden schemes. Questioning warfare: The benefits are not great, and it is only favorable in autumn and winter.

畢法云：晝夜貴加求兩貴，干支乘墓各昏迷。課經云：干支見晝夜貴人，事須兩貴周全，方得成合。袖中金云：子亥戌為重陰，安嘉遁之貞，寧甘沒齒。指掌賦云：三傳純父母，勿慮身而身自安。畢法云：六爻現卦防其克，此為父母現卦，子孫憂也。

The "Bifa Fu" says: Both day and night noblemen appear together, so when doing things, one must seek the assistance of both noblemen at the same time; the day stem and day branch each ride on the Tomb Spirit, causing both sides to be obscure and unclear. The "Ke Jing" says: If both the day stem and day branch show day and night noblemen, the matter must be fully supported by both noblemen to succeed. The "Xiu Zhong Jin" says: The hours of Zi, Hai, and Xu are called "Chong Yin," which are suitable for retreating and maintaining righteousness, preferring to be buried for life. The "Zhi Zhang Fu" says: If the three transmissions are entirely the spirits of parents that nourish me, there is no need to worry about oneself, as one will naturally be safe. The "Bifa Fu" also says: Among the six relations, if a particular line appears in the divination, one should beware of it harming other lines; if this chart shows the parents' line, then one should be concerned about the children's line.

課體：涉害，間傳，顧祖，勵德。課義：宅內脫空，嗣息飄蓬，庚賴此制，然后尊崇。

This divination lesson has four patterns: Shè Hài, Jiān Zhuàn, Lì Dé, and an additional "Gù Zǔ" — the three transmissions are Wu, Shen, and Wu, which are in reverse order and separated by positions, like looking back to the origin, implying returning to the old path. The meaning of the lesson states: the fire at Wu in the house both drains my energy and falls into Kongwang, indicating the house is empty and desolate; Wu is the son of Jia wood, so the son appears to be wandering without support; the hidden庚 gold in Yin originally is the official ghost that restrains me, but it is entirely controlled by this fire at Wu, thus the official position is preserved and people can speak of respect.

解曰：午為甲之子，今居宅上，脫干之氣，又值旬空，既脫且空，嗣自有飄蓬之象矣。寅旬遁為庚，是謂祿旁有鬼，祿不可就，全賴午火剋制庚金。然後祿為我享，而成其尊崇也。五月占之，月建填實，方符此淪。

It is explained that the fire of Wu is the son and grandson of the wood of Jia. Now it is sitting on the house, both draining the vital energy of the day stem and coinciding with the empty void of this ten-day cycle. Since it is both draining and empty, the descendants naturally appear to be wandering without support. The寅 is hidden by the庚 metal in this ten-day cycle, which is called "the ghost is beside the禄"—the禄 god is accompanied by a ghost that harms me. Thus, the禄 dare not approach, relying entirely on the fire of Wu to restrain the metal of庚. Only then can this禄 be enjoyed by me, and I am thus respected. If this is divined in the fifth month, the month builder is Wu, filling the empty void, and this explanation is fully realized.

斷曰：此涉害見機之卦，凡事留連遲滯，進退不定，格名顧祖，有復舊之象。貴臨卯酉，大吏升遷，微員降斥，亦主陰小有災。凡百謀望，宜進不宜退，退則遇空也。

The interpretation says: This is a lesson of "Shè Hài Jiàn Jī," indicating that all matters will be entangled and delayed, with indecision in advancing or retreating; the pattern is called "Gù Zǔ," meaning returning to old paths and restoring old occupations. Two noblemen are respectively located on the positions of卯 and酉. A high official who divines this will experience promotion, while a low-ranking official will face demotion or dismissal; it also indicates misfortune for women and young children in the family. Whenever there is a plan, one should advance rather than retreat, for a retreat will meet with kongwang.

天時：求晴未晴，求雨戌日可得。家宅：主屋舍傾頹，家業衰替，宜復舊廬，春夜占防火災。婚姻：成合美中不足。胎產：占胎吉，占產不宜。功名：仲夏占吉，餘恐虛聲無實。求財：來處不正，防人竊耗。疾病：主氣血衰敗，新病不妨，久病凶。失脫：不獲，防再失。出行：宜慎，恐遇小人。行人：在途，出旬必至。爭訟：驚憂反覆，後有解。兵戰：有失眾之象，宜慎。

Questioning the weather: seeking clear skies will not be achieved, seeking rain must wait until the day of Xu before it can fall. Questioning the house: indicates the house is in disrepair and the family's affairs are declining, it is advisable to move back to the old residence; during spring nights, beware of fires. Questioning marriage: the marriage can be successful, but there is some lack of perfection. Questioning pregnancy: indicates a good pregnancy, but not favorable for childbirth. Questioning official rank: favorable in midsummer, but in other times, there is fear of having a false reputation without real benefits. Questioning wealth: the source of money is improper, and there is also a need to guard against theft and loss. Questioning illness: indicates decline of qi and blood, new illness is not serious, but long-term illness is ominous. Questioning lost items: cannot be found again, and there is also a fear of losing them again. Questioning travel: be cautious, for there is a fear of encountering petty people on the way. Questioning a traveler: still on the way, will arrive after the current ten days. Questioning disputes: there is worry and repeated troubles, but eventually it can be resolved. Questioning warfare: there is an indication of losing troops, so caution is needed.

畢法云：干支皆敗勢傾頹，腳踏空亡進用宜。指南：未將射覆，袁天罡斷法。青龍子孫主文書，午為易氣，當是易經。又用東方朔斷法，本課三傳純陽，取遁甲丁卯，仰視得丑，陰神是亥，取亥發用。三傳亥酉未，亥主圖籍，又為日干文書。未數八，亥數四，發之果易書一冊，八十四頁。

The "Bifa Fu" says: When both the day stem and day branch fall into a losing position, the momentum is weak; standing on an empty void, it is suitable to move forward and use the initiative. The "Liu Ren Zhi Nan" states: To use the method of the Month General "Wei" to guess an object, first apply Yuan Tiangang's method— the Azure Dragon belongs to the son and grandson branches, governing documents; since "Wu" represents change, the hidden meaning is a book of the "Yijing". Then apply Dongfang Shuo's method— if all three transmissions are yang branches, take the Dun Jia Dingmao, look up to find "Chou", whose hidden spirit is "Hai", so take "Hai" as the initiating transmission, forming the three transmissions of "Hai", "You", and "Wei"; "Hai" governs books and documents, and for the day stem, it also represents documents. "Wei" has the number eight, "Hai" has the number four, and upon opening it, it is indeed a book of the "Yijing", totaling eighty-four pages.

課體：元首，元胎。課義：自支傳干，彼來相向，丁馬交橫，閉口為上。

This lesson has two patterns: the original head and the original embryo. The meaning of the lesson states: the three transmissions start from the day branch and fall to the day stem, indicating that the other party is approaching me and seeking my help; the heavenly stem Ding is hidden on the亥 position, and寅 is the post-horse, with Ding and the horse intersecting and arriving together, indicating a strong movement that cannot be stopped for a moment; while the end of the ten-day cycle is placed on the day branch to initiate the transmission, forming an image of closing the mouth. At this time, keeping silent is the best strategy.

解曰：初傳支上神，末傳干上神，自支傳干，為彼來求我之事也。寅為驛馬，亥遁旬丁，交橫而至，勢處極動，不容少停矣。旬尾加支發用，為閉口之卦，必須謹言，乃為上策。

The first transmission is the heavenly god on the day branch, and the final transmission is the heavenly god on the day stem. The three transmissions proceed from the day branch to the day stem, indicating that the other party is coming to request something from me.寅 is the post-horse of this day, and亥 emerges in the ten-day cycle as the丁 god. The丁 and the horse intersect, and the movement has reached its peak, unable to stop for a moment. The end of this ten-day cycle is added to the day branch to initiate the transmission, forming a closed mouth hexagram. At this time, it is essential to be cautious with words, which is the best course of action.

斷曰：此元首之卦，課傳皆孟，格合元胎。以尊制卑，凡事順利，起於男子。然君子占之，則合元首之象，而正大光明。小人占之，財合元胎之象，而闇昧隱伏。仕宦則有勾陳捧印，螣蛇生角之祥。常人則有爭鬥官非，火燭驚怪之咎。又支干各乘長生，而互相脫盜，為樂里生憂格。

The interpretation says: This is a lesson of the sovereign, with all the transmission falling within the four beginning months. The structure matches the beginning of life. With respect governing the lower, all matters proceed smoothly, and things often originate from the male side. However, if a gentleman divines this, he takes the aspect of the sovereign, which is bright and upright; if a petty person divines this, he takes the aspect of the beginning of life, which is dark and concealed. Officials who divinate this will encounter auspicious signs such as "Gou Chen holding the seal" and "Teng Snake generating horns"; common people will face misfortunes such as disputes, legal troubles, fires, and sudden disturbances. Moreover, the day stem and day branch each ride upon the god of growth, yet they consume and drain each other, forming the pattern called "Joy Leading to Worry," where happiness gives rise to sorrow.

天時：忽晴忽雨。家宅：主有爭奪田房，口舌文書之事。婚姻：不宜。胎產：主喑□，胎神臨敗脫，防損墮。功名：考試得科第，仕宦得遷擢，惟忌申害年命。求財：輕微。疾病：主心腹咽喉，或中風不語。失脫：難得，見者亦不肯說。出行：不利。行人：即至。爭訟：防刑責，忌多言訐人陰事。兵戰：互有勝負。墳葬：吉，樹木茂盛，然防伏根侵壙，又兩空夾墓，防有孔穴。

Questioning the weather: it will be suddenly clear then suddenly rainy. Questioning the residence: there will be disputes over land and property, and disputes over documents and words. Questioning marriage: not suitable. Questioning childbirth: the child born will be mute (the original text lacks one character here), the fetal god is located in a place of failure, absence, and leakage of energy, be careful of miscarriage or abortion. Questioning officialdom: examination will pass, promotion in office is possible, but beware of the hour of Shen harming the person's destiny year. Questioning wealth: the gain will be slight. Questioning illness: the illness is in the heart, abdomen, or throat, or stroke causing inability to speak. Questioning lost items: difficult to recover, even if someone sees it, they will not say. Questioning travel: not favorable. Questioning a traveler: will arrive soon. Questioning disputes: beware of being punished by law, avoid revealing others' private matters. Questioning warfare: both sides will have victories and defeats. Questioning burial: favorable, the trees on the tomb will be flourishing, but beware of tree roots secretly invading the tomb; also, two kongwang are surrounding the tomb god, beware of holes in the tomb.

畢法云：上下俱合兩心齊，彼此猜忌害相隨，閉口卦體兩般推。袖中金云：旬尾加旬首發用，為閉口卦。凡占多主秘密，不能測其機關。上乘朱雀，占訟，枉者不伸。指掌賦云：上下六合，主客和同，上下刑害，冤仇相見。

The "Bifa Fu" says: When the upper and lower parts are in harmony, both sides are united; if both sides are accompanied by harmful influences, suspicion and discord will follow; the closed mouth hexagram has two situations, which should be analyzed separately. The "Xiu Zhong Jin" says: When the end of the current ten-day period is placed on the beginning of the same period and initiates the transmission, it is called a closed mouth hexagram; in general, when this occurs, the matter is usually secret and difficult to understand. If the upper part is occupied by the Vermilion Bird, it indicates that in cases of litigation, the wronged party cannot seek justice. The "Zhi Zhang Fu" says: When the upper and lower parts form Liu He, the host and guest are in harmony; if the upper and lower parts are accompanied by punishments and harmful influences, enemies will meet each other.

課體：涉害，炎上，狡童，斬關。課義：魁罡並臨，中末空沉，若當寅月，虎馬庚侵。

This lesson has four patterns: "Involved in Harm," "Inflaming Upward," "Cunning Youth," and "Breaking the Gate." "Inflaming Upward" refers to the three transmissions being戌, 午, and 寅, forming a fire trinity, which represents the nature of fire to rise upward. "Cunning Youth" refers to the first transmission starting from "Liu He" and the final transmission falling on "Heavenly Empress," symbolizing the private interaction between men and women. "Breaking the Gate" refers to 戌 added to the day stem initiating the transmission, breaking through the gate and causing movement. The lesson's meaning states that Hekui 戌 and Tiangang 辰 both appear on the person, and once they move, the situation becomes serious. The middle transmission 午 and the final transmission 寅 both fall into Kongwang, making them powerless. If it is the寅 month and Kongwang is filled, then Baihu, Yimashu, and Geng metal official ghosts will all come to harm.

解曰：斗魁臨日，大罡臨辰，動作非常也：戌加干發用，名曰斬關：中傳午值旬空，末傳寅坐空地，沉淪無氣矣：寅為日馬，旬遁庚鬼，夜乘白虎克日，其勢凶惡。若非空陷，則侵害堆免。可不畏哉、

The main star is at Wu, pressing upon the day stem, and Tiangang at Chen is pressing upon the day branch. Once it moves, the consequences are serious. Wu is placed upon the day stem and initiates the transmission, which is called cutting the gate. The middle transmission is at Wu, which is exactly the empty position of this ten-day cycle, and the final transmission is at Yin, also sitting on an empty position. Both ends are submerged and lack strength. Yin is the post-horse of the day, and within the cycle, the hidden metal official ghost is also revealed. At night, it is accompanied by the White Tiger to attack the day stem, with a very fierce and evil atmosphere. If they were not all trapped in the empty positions, this attack would be unavoidable, how could it not be frightening?

斷曰：此涉害見機之卦，合炎上之局。占主顧盼遲疑，多虛少實，九合後散，遇明成暗。又木日盜氣，戊加寅為以墓臨生，掩其虛靈之體。罡加日建，得驛馬貞神。更值年命，仕人得美差。常人不利。

The interpretation says: This is a lesson of "Involving Harm and Observing Opportunity," and it forms a pattern of fiery upward fire. The matter in question indicates hesitation and indecision, looking left and right, with more emptiness than reality, gathering first and then dispersing. What was originally clear becomes unclear. On a day with the heavenly stem Jia (Wood), and the three transmissions forming fire, it is draining my energy. The earthy branch戌 (Earth) is placed on the position of寅 (Longevity), which is like covering the source of life with a tomb, blocking the brightness. The Tiangang (Chen) is placed on the day's branch, obtaining the virtuous god of the post-horse. If it falls exactly on the person's own year, officials may receive a good post, but ordinary people will be unfavorable.

天時：雲合無雨，日孟現而不現，風孟起而不起。家宅：不安，防陰小有越理之事。婚姻：不宜。胎產：主婢妾孕，或不實。功名：未得遂意。求財：可得，宜與下隸私謀，但不由己用。投謁：未遇。疾病：主熱病，或在心及婦人血病。失脫：主奴婢竊逃。出行：利於避難。行人：立至。爭訟：利見官，必能辨雪。兵戰：不利。墳葬：不吉，主墳墓破壞。

Inquiring about the weather: clouds gather but no rain falls, the sun seems about to appear but does not, and the wind seems about to rise but does not. Inquiring about the house: it is not peaceful, beware of women or young children in the family committing improper actions. Inquiring about marriage: not suitable. Inquiring about pregnancy: the pregnant woman is a servant or the situation is not genuine. Inquiring about official rank: not to one's satisfaction. Inquiring about seeking wealth: it can be obtained, suitable to consult with lower servants privately, but once obtained, it is not under one's control. Inquiring about visiting officials: one cannot meet anyone. Inquiring about illness: it indicates a fever, or a disease affecting the heart, or a condition related to blood in women. Inquiring about loss: a servant has stolen something and run away. Inquiring about travel: favorable for avoiding danger and disaster. Inquiring about a traveler: he will arrive soon. Inquiring about disputes: suitable to go to court, definitely clearing the matter. Inquiring about warfare: unfavorable. Inquiring about burial: not auspicious, the tomb will be destroyed.

畢法云：初遭夾克不由己，不行傳者考初時。課經云：寅遁旬庚日鬼，而乘夜虎遙傷日子，至凶至危，縱空亡不能解救。袖中金云：天后厭翳，六合私門，用起六合，終於天后，曰狡童。

The "Bifa Fu" says: If the first transmission is sandwiched between two others, the matter is beyond one's control; if the three transmissions do not move, one should re-examine the first transmission and the time of divination. The "Ke Jing" says: If the rat (寅) escapes from the middle of the ten days to the metal (庚), it is the official ghost of the day stem (甲), and if it is accompanied by the white tiger (白虎) of night divination, it attacks the son of the day stem from a distance, indicating extreme danger, and even if it falls into kongwang, it cannot be saved. The "Xiu Zhong Jin" says: The heavenly empress (天后) is a covering deity, and liuhe (六合) is a private gate. If the first transmission starts from liuhe and the final transmission falls on the heavenly empress, this is called "jiao tóng," indicating private affairs between men and women.

課體：知一，羅網，鑄印。課義：交互乘旺，各臨墓上，動遭羅網，中傳懊喪。

This lesson has three patterns: Knowing One, Net, and Casting Seal. The meaning of the lesson says: the day stem is riding on You, and the day branch is riding on Mao, so metal and wood each occupy their own strong positions, indicating mutual strength between the two sides; however, Yin is sitting on Wei and Shen is sitting on Chou, each resting on their own storage places. This pattern is only suitable for quiet waiting, as any movement would be caught in a net; the middle transmission, which is Si fire, originally intended to control the ghost, fails to exert force, resulting only in frustration and disappointment.

解曰：木旺於卯，金旺於酉。今干上乘酉，支上乘卯，為干支交互乘旺也。然寅坐未亡，申坐丑上，又為干支各坐墓庫，自招昏滯；若靜以守之，則為旺來就我，倘妄相投奔，則旺變為羅網矣。中傳巳火制鬼，卻被戌墓子克，與我全無情況也。

It is explained that wood is most vigorous in the卯 (Mao) position, and metal is most vigorous in the酉 (You) position. Now, the day stem is riding on You and the day branch is riding on Mao, which means the day stem and day branch are mutually reinforcing in their strength. However, the Lodging Palace (Lodging Palace) of Jia (Jia) is寅 (Yin) sitting on未 (Wei), and the day branch申 (Shen) is sitting on丑 (Chou). Wei is the墓 (mound) of wood and Chou is the墓 (mound) of metal, so both are standing on their own Storage (storage places), which is like inviting confusion and stagnation. At this time, if one remains calm and still, the prosperity will naturally come to oneself; but if one acts recklessly and seeks external support, the prosperity will immediately turn into a trap. The Middle Transmission (Middle Transmission)巳 (Si) fire could originally control the official ghost, but it is suppressed by the戌 (Xu)墓 (mound) and further weakened by the子 (Zi) water, thus offering no help at all.

斷曰：此知一之卦，事起同類，進退狐疑，恩中有害，合中有離。雖巳戌相加，亦有鑄印之象。然戌下巳上，金火反位，子又臨巳滅火，不得以正格論。

The interpretation says: This is a case of knowing one lesson, where the matter is initiated by peers or similar people, and there is hesitation in moving forward or backward. There is affection mixed with harm, and union containing separation. Although the巳 and 戌 combine, there is a slight appearance of casting a seal, but since 戌 is below and 巳 is above, the positions of metal and fire are reversed. Also, the water of 子 is present above 巳, extinguishing the fire, so it cannot be considered as a proper case of casting a seal.

天時：雲蒸電掣，必雨。家宅：興旺中防晦滯災咎。婚姻：和合中有刑破。胎產：胎神作鬼臨絕，不吉。功名：必得，三月占更吉，但非正印官。求財：可得。投謁：美中有詐。疾病：有解。失脫：主在親鄰處。出行：不得出，出亦不利。行人：占幼輩至。爭訟：難結。兵戰：吉。

Questioning about the weather: clouds are rising and electricity is flashing, rain is certain. Questioning about the residence: although prosperous, there is a need to beware of dullness, blockage and misfortune. Questioning about marriage: harmony is present but with hidden punishment and destruction. Questioning about childbirth: the fetal spirit turns into a ghostly official and is located in a dead position, which is not auspicious. Questioning about official rank: it is certain to be obtained, more favorable in the third lunar month, but the result is not a real official with a proper seal. Questioning about seeking wealth: it can be obtained. Questioning about visiting someone: benefits contain deceit. Questioning about illness: there is a way to be saved. Questioning about lost items: the things are mostly with relatives or neighbors. Questioning about travel: cannot go, even if forced to go, it is not favorable. Questioning about a traveler: if the person questioned is a younger relative, the person will arrive. Questioning about disputes: difficult to resolve. Questioning about warfare: favorable.

畢法云：互旺皆旺坐謀宜，人宅坐墓甘招晦。古鑑：一縣令已未生，戊申年申將，占身命，得比用。日上乘破碎雀鬼，官位不明。初傳戌財，並臨六合，主私門受財。陰神化羅網，酉鬼傷身，明年八月事發遭勘。寅為功曹坐墓，當謫為曹屬。行年在巳，子克戌墓，巳為旬尾陽極，庚戌年當得暴疾，閉口而終矣。前後俱驗。

The *Bi Fa Fu* says: When both sides are mutually beneficial and strong, it is most appropriate to remain seated and maintain stability; when both person and dwelling are on the墓 position, one can only accept the darkness and confusion. The *Gu Jian* records: There was a county magistrate born in the year Jiwei. In the year Wushen, he used the month general of Shen to divinate his personal fortune and family destiny, obtaining a ratio lesson. The interpretation states: The day stem is occupied by the broken and the Vermilion Bird transformed into official ghosts, indicating unclear official status; the first transmission is Xu, which is the wealth trigram, and it is combined with Liu He, indicating receiving money from private sources; the hidden spirit transforms into a net, and You also acts as an official ghost to injure the body, leading to exposure and trial in August of the next year;寅 is the position of Gongcao but is on the墓 position, leading to demotion as a subordinate official; the year of the person falls on Si, with Zi water overcoming Xu墓, and Si is the end of the ten-day cycle, with yang energy reaching its peak, resulting in a sudden illness in the year Gengxu, where the person becomes unable to speak and dies. All the predictions made were verified one by one.

課體：反吟，元胎，亂首。課義：緣不自尊，凶猶可言，若逢夜卜，八虎攢吞。

This lesson has three patterns: Reverse Chant, Original Womb, and Disordered Beginning. The meaning of the lesson says: misfortune arises from not valuing oneself, running to interfere with the other side and being overcome by it, so although it is凶, there is still something to say; but if the lesson is cast at night, with寅 and申 moving back and forth to form eight layers of tiger and elephant, a gathering of tigers devouring, there would be no way to resist.

解曰：干往加支，卻被支克，不自尊重，以取亂首之侮。支亦來加干克干，並見上門亂首之咎，其像甚凶，然猶可言也。若夜占則凶又甚焉。寅坐申上，申坐寅上，傳課寅申，共為八虎。往來沖突，孰能御之。靜以觀變，尚且至驚至危。況往而自取，能免吞噬之患耶。

The day stem's heavenly stem went to join the day branch, only to be overcome by it, indicating a lack of self-respect and inviting disgrace from below. The day branch's heavenly stem also came to join the day stem and overcame it, adding another layer of external oppression. The situation is very dangerous, but still somewhat bearable. If it is a night divination, the danger becomes even greater. The寅 is seated on the申, and the申 is seated on the寅. With the four lessons and three transmissions combined, the寅 and申 together form eight layers, all representing tigers, constantly colliding with each other. Who can stand against such a force? Even if one remains calm and observes the situation, it is still extremely perilous, and how could one avoid being consumed by such calamity when actively inviting it?

斷曰：此反吟無依之卦，又名亂首。干支互加，而日干獨被支克，無往而非橫逆也。況干支皆臨絕地，祿馬俱盡，何適而可。晝占尚有龍神解救，夜占極凶。

The interpretation states: This is a lesson of reverse chant known as "Disoriented Lesson," where the day stem and day branch mutually influence each other, but the day stem is solely overcome by the day branch. No matter where one goes, there will be obstacles and adversities. Moreover, both the day stem and day branch are on the absolute decline, with the luck god and the post-horse reaching their limits, leaving no direction to go. In daytime divination, the Azure Dragon may offer some relief, but in nighttime divination, the situation is extremely dangerous.

天時：狂風驟雨，時作時止。家宅：人口不安。婚姻：晝占反覆，夜占不宜。胎產：胎神遇胎，又坐旺地，主有雙孕，夜占即產。功名：宜引退。求財：無得有失。疾病：晝占可愈，夜占大凶。失脫：雖有窩藏，必致敗露。出行：不利。行人：在路，晝占主有信息文字遠來。爭訟：凶，防遭刑險。兵戰：不利，春占稍吉。

Questioning the weather: there is a strong wind and sudden rain, which comes and stops intermittently. Questioning the house: the people in the family will not be at peace. Questioning marriage: if divined during the day, the situation is uncertain and fluctuating; if divined at night, it is inauspicious. Questioning pregnancy: the fetal deity meets the fetal qi, and the position is strong, indicating a twin pregnancy; if divined at night, childbirth will happen immediately. Questioning official rank: it is advisable to know when to retreat from difficulties. Questioning wealth: one will not gain anything but will suffer loss. Questioning illness: if divined during the day, recovery is possible; if divined at night, it is very dangerous. Questioning lost items: although someone may be hiding them, they will eventually be revealed. Questioning travel: it is unfavorable. Questioning a traveler: he is still on the way; if divined during the day, there will be news or documents coming from afar. Questioning disputes: it is凶, beware of being punished or facing danger. Questioning warfare: it is unfavorable, but slightly better if divined in spring.

畢法云：權攝不正祿臨支，干支值絕凡謀決，晝夜貴加求兩貴。課經云：申加甲為明鬼。寅加支，遁旬庚為暗鬼。又絕神作鬼，止宜結絕凶事，釋解官訟。觀月經云：亂首卦名白虹貫日，或主他姓亂宗。若係本支，亦主卑幼無禮。若又上下和順，必遭官司。

The *Bifa Fu* says: When the official star falls on the day branch, it indicates a temporary appointment with an improper status; when both the day stem and day branch fall on the绝地 (a place of decline), any plans should be decisively concluded; when both day nobleman and night nobleman appear together, one should seek the assistance of both noblemen at the same time. The *Ke Jing* says: When the hour of Shen is placed on the stem of Jia, it represents an official ghost in an open position; when the hour of Yin is placed on the day branch, and the stem of Geng metal escapes during the ten-day cycle, it represents an official ghost in a hidden position. Also, the绝神 (a declining god) transforms into an official ghost, which is suitable for concluding misfortunes and resolving legal disputes. The *Guan Yueling* says: A chaotic initial lesson is also called "White Rainbow Piercing the Sun," which may indicate interference from a different clan disturbing the main clan; if it is about matters within the same clan, it may indicate disrespect from the younger generation; if there is also discord between superiors and subordinates, legal troubles are certain.

課體：比用，鑄印。課義：干支墓臨，夜訟難勝，人漸通泰，宅漸隆興。

This lesson has two patterns: "Comparison and Use" indicates the first transmission, and when there are multiple instances of mutual control among the four lessons, the one that shares the same yin-yang with the day stem is chosen as the initiating transmission. "Casting the Seal" indicates promotion and advancement in official rank. The lesson meaning says: both the day stem and day branch are covered by the tomb deity; when divining at night, the first transmission involves the hour of zi and wei, which are in conflict, and the one being harmed is the nobleman, indicating difficulty in legal matters. However, the two noblemen are respectively located on the person and the dwelling, suggesting that affairs will gradually improve and the household will gradually flourish—because the nature of the tomb deity is sluggish, so it can only be described as "gradual."

解曰：未為木墓，丑為金墓，干支皆為墓覆，既各昏迷。而夜占初傳子未相穿，未貴人也，貴人相害，訟能直乎。若占人宅，卻又是兩貴臨於身宅，人必通泰，宅必興隆，漸者墓固遲滯。又兩貴皆空，尚能虛喜；出旬以後，漸登亨衢也。

The explanation says: "Wei is the墓 of wood, and Chou is the墓 of metal. The Jia wood day stem is covered by Wei, and the Shen metal day branch is covered by Chou. Both sides are obscure and unclear. When divining at night, the first transmission is Zi, which conflicts with Wei. Wei is exactly where the night nobleman is located. The nobleman is harmed by the conflict. Can the lawsuit still be won? However, if the divination is about the person and the house, the two noblemen are exactly one on the person and one on the house. Human affairs will certainly be smooth, and the household will certainly flourish. The reason it is called 'gradual' is because the墓 spirits are inherently slow. Moreover, both noblemen are in Kongwang. At present, it is only empty joy. When the current ten-day period is over, they will gradually move towards a path of smoothness and success."

斷曰：此知一之卦，干支皆為墓覆。凡事暗滯難通，喜墓神逢空，反見暗裡生明，難中化福。然發用無力，凡所謀為，亦虛而不實。惟九流僧道孤獨之人，乃為大吉也。

The interpretation states: This is a case of knowing one lesson. The day stem and day branch are both covered by the tomb deity, so all matters are dark and obstructed, difficult to proceed smoothly. Fortunately, the tomb deity is precisely on the empty void, thus revealing a faint light from the darkness, turning difficulties into blessings. However, the first transmission lacks strength, so any plans or endeavors will be empty and not substantial. Only those who are monks, Taoists, or solitary individuals will find it very auspicious.

天時：占晴不久，占雨必須出旬。家宅：利改造發貴。婚姻：遲合。胎產：主女孕。功名：得貴人虛聲相引。求財：主有私門賄賂，未即入手。疾病：久病不宜。失脫：武上神克勾上神，主吏不能捕。出行：改期。行人：立至。爭訟：有解。兵戰：防失眾。墳葬：發貴，但丑上午相穿，防獸穴，或水穿激。

Questioning the weather: If it is predicted to be clear, the clear weather will not last long. If it is predicted to rain, one must wait until after this ten-day period. Questioning about a residence: It is suitable to renovate or rebuild; after renovation, a nobleman will appear. Questioning about marriage: It will take some time before the marriage is completed. Questioning about pregnancy: The child is expected to be a girl. Questioning about official rank: A nobleman will recommend with false reputation. Questioning about seeking wealth: There will be secret gifts from others, but they cannot be obtained at the moment. Questioning about illness: A long-term illness is not advisable. Questioning about lost items: The Black Tortoise deity overpowers the Gou Chen deity, indicating that the police will not catch the thief. Questioning about travel: The journey should be postponed. Questioning about a traveler: The traveler will arrive soon. Questioning about disputes: The dispute can be resolved. Questioning about warfare: One should be cautious of losing the troops. Questioning about burial: It can produce a nobleman, but the earth sign 'Chou' is conflicting with the fire sign 'Wu', so one should be cautious of a wild animal hole in the tomb or water erosion.

畢法云：干支乘墓各昏迷，害貴訟直遭曲斷。古鑑：一廣文辛未生，戊申年亥時占前程，曰：干支皆墓，用神害貴，前程遲滯。巳為閉口，主無子。今年有災，防為醫誤，庚申祿盡矣。果驗。又：同此占家宅，曰：灶下有墳坑，移灶則聲影絕。於第三間暖閣掘下五尺，必有老人葬此，適去則安矣。試之果然。

The *Bifa Fu* says: When the day stem and day branch each ride on their respective Tomb Spirit (mound deities), both sides are obscure and unclear; if the initiating transmission god harms the nobleman, even if there is reason in a lawsuit, it will still be judged as unjust. The *Gujian* records: A teacher was born in the year Xinwei. In the year Wushen, at the hour of Hai, he consulted about his future. It was predicted: The day stem and day branch are both suppressed by the mound, and the useful god harms the nobleman, so his career will be obstructed and difficult to advance; the term Si indicates a closed mouth, meaning no sons; this year there will be calamity, and one must beware of being treated by an unskilled physician; by the year Gengshen, his life will end. Later, it indeed came true. Another instance: using the same divination to consult about the family residence, it was predicted: There is a grave pit beneath the stove; if the stove is moved, those strange noises and shadows will disappear; digging five feet below the third room's warm chamber will certainly uncover a burial site of an elder; once moved, the place will become peaceful. Following this advice, it proved to be accurate.

課體：元首，潤下，勵德，閉口，驀越。課義：人盛宅隘，我成他敗，干上脫空，三傳可解。

This lesson has five patterns: the first is "Original Head"; "Mo Xue" refers to the three transmissions being Shen, Zi, and Chen, forming a water pattern, which represents the nature of water to moisten and descend. The second is "Li De," meaning it is advisable to keep silent. The third is "Mo Yue," which means the first transmission is derived from the hidden spirit of the day branch, indicating that events come suddenly. The lesson interpretation says: people are numerous but the house is narrow, my side succeeds while the other side fails. The day stem's Wu fire both drains my energy and falls into Kongwang. Fortunately, the three transmissions' water pattern can overcome the Wu fire, resolving this issue of emptiness.

解曰：申子辰合為水局，以生干而脫支。論人宅，則為人盛宅隘。論彼我，則為我成彼敗也。凡父母財官，空即無力。獨我生之神，而值空陷，是為空脫，盜我之氣愈甚。今幸三傳水局，足以剋制午火，而解空脫之患也。

It explains that the combination of Shen, Zi, and Chen forms a water trinity, with water coming to nourish the day stem Jia wood and to release the energy of the day branch Shen metal. When discussing people and their dwellings, this indicates a thriving population but a narrow house; when discussing both sides, it suggests that my side succeeds while the other side fails. Generally, when the spirits of parents, wife's wealth, and official ghosts fall into Kongwang, they lose their power. However, if the spirit of my offspring falls into Kongwang, it is called "Kongtuo," which drains my vital energy and is even more dangerous. Fortunately, the three transmissions form a water trinity now, which is sufficient to overcome the fire of Wu, thus resolving the issue of Kongtuo.

斷曰：此元首之卦，合潤下之局。凡事順利，起於男子。以上制下，正大光明。宜先不宜後，宜動不宜靜。天罡臨支陰發用，上驀然有變，繼則浮游不安。惟智者樂水，足以當之。蓋以元首之尊，而兼有潤下之象。宜布德施惠，膏澤及人，斯協其吉。

The interpretation states: This is a lesson of the sovereign, and it forms a harmonious water pattern of nourishment and flow. All matters will proceed smoothly, with things often initiated by men; there is a situation of superior controlling the inferior, which is open and upright. It is favorable to take the initiative rather than lag behind, and to act rather than remain inactive. The Tiangang (Chen) is located on the Yin Spirit (yin spirit) of the day branch and initiates the transmission. At the beginning, there will be a sudden change, followed by instability and restlessness. Only those like the wise who delight in water can bear this pattern. Because it combines the dignity of the sovereign with the image of nourishment and flow, it is appropriate to widely bestow kindness and benefit others, which aligns with its favorable aspects.

天時：多雨露。家宅：主人多屋窄，沿河處防賊入。婚姻：不宜。胎產：主生女，防有胎病難產。功名：有人舉薦，秋冬占之吉，主河防水利等職。求財：得之不以其正，還防脫耗。投謁：合中有嫌。疾病：主洩瀉虛脫，天罡作墓，大象甚凶。失脫：不出宅中而難獲。出行：防有失。行人：先有書信。爭訟：主為盜賊失脫，難解。兵戰：水師吉，宜罷兵講好。墳葬：主有水患賊耗，不宜於祖墓上葬妻妾。

Inquiring about the weather: there will be much rain and dew. Inquiring about the residence: there are many people but the house is narrow, and one should beware of thieves coming from the waterway near the river. Inquiring about marriage: it is not advisable. Inquiring about childbirth: it indicates the birth of a girl, and one should beware of illness in the womb and difficulties during childbirth. Inquiring about official rank: someone will recommend you, and it is favorable in autumn and winter; the position you will be assigned is mostly related to river defense and water conservancy. Inquiring about seeking wealth: the source is improper, and even after obtaining it, one should beware of loss and leakage. Inquiring about visiting: there is a mixture of compatibility and discord. Inquiring about illness: it indicates diarrhea and exhaustion, and Tiangang (Chen) also acts as the Tomb Spirit (mùshén, tomb god), making the overall situation very ominous. Inquiring about lost items: the item has not left the house, but it is difficult to find. Inquiring about travel: one should beware of loss. Inquiring about a traveler: there will be a letter arriving first. Inquiring about disputes: the cause is theft and loss, and it is difficult to resolve. Inquiring about warfare: using naval forces is favorable, and it is best to cease hostilities and negotiate peace. Inquiring about burial: it indicates water disasters and losses due to thieves, and it is not advisable to bury the wife and concubines above the ancestral tomb.

畢法云：人宅皆死各衰羸，合中犯煞蜜中砒，三傳遞生人舉薦。觀月經云：三傳俱是水，潤下水因由，忽然盜賊起，元武倍添愁。

The Bi Fa Fu says: When both the person and the dwelling fall under death qi, both sides are weak and declining; when the harmonious relationship involves Inauspicious Sha, it is like sweet honey mixed with arsenic; if the three transmissions turn to each other in mutual generation, there will certainly be someone who recommends the person. The Guan Jing Xing says: If all three transmissions are water, it forms a situation of moistening and descending, and the origin of the matter lies in water; if suddenly thieves appear and the Black Tortoise takes control, worries will be doubled.

課體：重審，元胎。課義：沖剋生扶，貴怒畏初，馬載夜虎，非細馳驅。

This divination lesson has two patterns: Re-examination and Original Fetus. The meaning of the lesson states: The four branches巳, 亥, 寅, and 申 conflict with each other and also mutuallyrestrain; at the same time, they generate and support each other. Two noblemen are trapped in prison, so the day stem is certainly angry. The first transmission 申 is both a dead place and transforms into official ghost, which is most alarming. The final transmission 寅 escapes out as 庚 metal, the post-horse carries the white tiger from night divination, this movement and change is no small matter.

解曰：巳亥寅申相沖，申寅亥巳遞克。然四孟長生，交作六合，是傳課干支，互相沖克，又互相生合也。兩貴入獄，干之必怒。初申絕鬼，深為可畏。末寅遁庚，馬載夜虎，其為變動豈小哉。

It is explained that巳 and亥 are in opposition, and寅 and申 are also in opposition; between申, 寅, 亥, and巳 there is a further layer of mutual control. Yet these four branches are all in the four beginning positions of growth, and they also form a Liu He. Therefore, between the course of transmission and the day stem and day branch, there is both mutual opposition and control, as well as mutual generation and harmony. Both noblemen are trapped in the prison position, so the day stem must be angry. The first transmission,申, is both the dead place for 甲 wood and transforms into official ghost, which is most alarming. The final transmission,寅, escapes out of 庚 metal, equivalent to the post-horse carrying the white tiger of night divination; such a change is certainly no small matter.

斷曰：此重審之卦，事多不順，起於陰小。又格合元胎，主狐疑不決。青龍折角，不免刑沖。當詳審後行，勿妄動取咎。

The interpretation states: This is a case of re-examination, indicating that things are mostly not going smoothly, with the cause lying on the side of a young woman. The pattern also aligns with the original form, suggesting hesitation and indecision. The Azure Dragon has broken its horn, indicating a loss of sharpness and determination, and punishments and conflicts are inevitable. One should carefully examine the situation before taking action, and avoid rash movements that may lead to blame.

天時：有雨，但防風雹。家宅：防口舌爭鬥，兼有脫耗。婚姻：不宜，惟晝占可用。胎產：胎神臨敗地，防損。功名：有成，防阻礙。求財：防因財致訟。疾病：閉口臨身，主中風不語，飲食不進。失脫：難尋。出行：防驚恐，投人不利。行人：在路。爭訟：大有驚憂，終得解散。兵戰：吉而未純。

Questioning the weather: there will be rain, but one should beware of strong winds and hail. Questioning the residence: one should beware of disputes and loss of money. Questioning marriage: it is not advisable, only daytime divination is acceptable. Questioning pregnancy: the spirit of the fetus is in a place of failure and decline, one should beware of injury. Questioning officialdom: it can be successful, but one should beware of obstacles along the way. Questioning seeking wealth: one should beware of legal troubles caused by money. Questioning illness: the spirit of closure is present on the body, indicating stroke with inability to speak and loss of appetite. Questioning lost items: difficult to find. Questioning travel: one should beware of being startled, and going to seek help from others will not be smooth. Questioning a traveler: still on the way. Questioning disputes: there will be a great deal of anxiety and worry, but eventually it will be resolved and dispersed. Questioning warfare: it is auspicious, but the auspiciousness is not pure.

畢法云：虎乘遁鬼殃非淺，彼此猜忌害相隨。古鑑：一縣丞申將占官職，曰：初傳申官臨巳，巳為雙魚，主兼職。中亥長生臨宅，上官承顧。末寅身臨亥，名達天庭。亥為學堂，有絳帳之榮。果以權縣印得薦引，見補上宮教授。指南：巳將占院試，曰：月建旬首發用，龍雀乘旺，德祿乘馬，干支六合，首薦無疑。又辛未年戌將占升遷，曰：龍常並見，城吏全逢。青龍內戰，奇遇超擢。朱雀生日，公卿交譽。驛馬德祿，俱入天門，非天官而何。然貴覆地網，主自孟引退，悉驗。

The "Bifa Fu" says: When the White Tiger is riding on the hidden official ghost within the ten-day cycle, the calamity is profound; when both sides are accompanied by harm, suspicion follows. The "Gujian" records: A county magistrate used the monkey (申) as the month general to divinate his official position. The divination said: The first transmission is the monkey, which is the official star located on the snake (巳), and the snake symbolizes two fish, indicating holding two positions at once; the middle transmission is the pig (亥), which is the long life of the jia wood, located on the house, indicating support from the superior authority; the final transmission is the tiger (寅), representing himself, located on the pig, indicating his reputation reaching the court, and the pig is the position of the academy, indicating honor of establishing a school and teaching students. Later, he indeed obtained a recommendation through acting as the county magistrate and was appointed as a professor. The "Lun Yin Zhinan" records: Using the snake (巳) as the month general to divinate the county examination, the divination said: The month builder and the beginning of the ten-day cycle both initiate the transmission together, the blue dragon and the vermilion bird are both in a strong position, the day virtue and day fortune also ride the post-horse, the day stem and day branch form Liu He, the first place in the examination is certain. In the Xinwei year, using the dog (戌) as the month general to divinate promotion, the divination said: The blue dragon and Tai Chang appear together, the city god and official god are both present; the blue dragon internal conflict indicates an unusual opportunity and promotion beyond normal standards; the vermilion bird is born on the day stem, indicating praise from high officials; the post-horse, day virtue, and day fortune all enter the heavenly gate, what else could it be but the heavenly official? However, the nobleman is trapped by the earth net, indicating that this person will eventually resign on his own. All the predictions were verified.

課體：涉害，斬關，間傳，登天。課義：支干魁罡，中末空亡，移遠就近，歲月時詳。

This lesson has four patterns: involvement, cutting the gate, intermediate transmission, and additionally "ascending to heaven" — the three transmissions are Chen, Wu, and Shen, rising in order with each one separated by a position, called "ascending to the three heavens," indicating that the matter to be handled is of great importance. The lesson meaning says: Hekui (Xu) and Tiangang (Chen) are positioned at the day stem and day branch, and once they move, it is not a minor matter; unfortunately, both the middle transmission and the final transmission fall into Kongwang; at this time, it is most suitable to move distant matters to the near. As for the timing of the outcome, it must be carefully distinguished through the Tai sui, the month builder, the day branch, and the time of divination.

解曰：魁罡臨於日辰，動用非細。六合並於日上，乃真斬關卦也。況辰午申為登三天之格，事情遠大非常。惜中末空亡，名為動中不動，事無究竟。止宜移遠就近，解散凶咎而已。如初見太歲，中末見月建日辰，亦名移遠就近，將緩為急。或占時發用，亦名動中不動，遠求無功，反在近處也。

The Hekui and Tiangang are placed respectively on the Day Stem and Day Branch, making every action significant and substantial. The Heavenly General and Liu He are also combined on the Day Stem, forming the true cutting-off hexagram. Moreover, the three transmissions of Chen, Wu, and Shen form the "ascending to the three heavens" pattern, indicating that the matter will certainly be of great importance. Unfortunately, the middle and final transmissions fall into Kongwang, which is called "movement without actual movement," meaning the matter cannot be completed. At this time, it is most suitable to transfer distant matters to nearby ones for resolution, in order to alleviate misfortune. For example, if the first transmission meets the Tai sui while the middle and final transmissions meet the Month Builder and Day Branch, it is also called "moving distant to near," changing a originally slow matter into an urgent one. Alternatively, if the divination god at the time of divination is used as the initiating transmission, it is also called "movement without actual movement," which means seeking far away brings no results, and the matter ends up being resolved nearby.

斷曰：此涉害斬關之卦，非安居之象。主憂疑進退，多歷艱辛，初遭夾克，事不由己。日上私門，多是陰謀私禱，奈中末皆空，凶固不成，吉亦不就。

The interpretation says: This is a case of involved harm combined with cutting off the gate, not a sign of stability. It indicates worry and indecision, difficulty in moving forward or retreating, and the need to endure much hardship. The first transmission is caught between two forces, meaning the matter is not under one's control. The day stem is riding upon the Liu He, which is the god of private affairs, suggesting matters are being secretly planned or prayed for. Unfortunately, the middle and final transmissions both fall empty, so neither bad nor good outcomes can be achieved.

天時：孟晴還陰，孟雨還止，大風忽起。家宅：不寧，雖凶有解。婚姻：不宜，亦不成。胎產：胎防傷損，產有驚恐。功名：百計營求，迄無成就。求財：利私謀納賄，然到底成空。疾病：危險，暴病即愈。失脫：急尋可得。出行：遠行不到，還作近遊。行人：遠者未發，近者即至。爭訟：驚憂終解。兵戰：小利，未足恃，須出敵不意，方獲大勝。墳葬：防破壞。

Inquiring about the weather: it is about to clear but then turns cloudy, about to rain but then stops, and suddenly a strong wind arises. Inquiring about the residence: it is not peaceful, although there may be misfortune, it can be resolved. Inquiring about marriage: it is not suitable, and it will not succeed. Inquiring about pregnancy: there is a risk of harm during pregnancy, and there will be fear during childbirth. Inquiring about official rank: one tries every means to seek it, but in the end there is no result. Inquiring about wealth: it is suitable to make private arrangements and secretly offer gifts, but ultimately it will come to nothing. Inquiring about illness: it is dangerous, but a sudden illness will quickly recover. Inquiring about lost items: if one searches quickly, they can still be found. Inquiring about travel: one cannot reach a distant place, so one has to change to traveling nearby. Inquiring about a traveler: those from afar have not yet started, while those from near will arrive soon. Inquiring about disputes: after some worry and anxiety, it can be resolved. Inquiring about warfare: there is a small advantage, but it is unreliable, and one must strike unexpectedly to achieve a great victory. Inquiring about burial: one must beware of damage to the tomb.

畢法云：支墳財並旅程稽，罡塞鬼戶任謀為，不行傳者考初時。課經云：龍登天則雨，官登天則遷，所忌空脫，惟爭訟疾病，反喜空亡也。指掌賦云：空亡乃耗散之神，中為折腰，末為刖足。辰戌網羅之煞，在日毀卵，在辰覆巢。

The *Bifa Fu* says: If the day branch has the spirit of burial and the wealth god are in the same place, the journey will be delayed; if the Tiangang (Chen) is blocked by the hour, any plans can be carried out freely; if the three transmissions are stationary, one should return to examine the first transmission and the time of divination. The *Kijing* says: If the Azure Dragon ascends the heavenly gate, it will rain; if the official star ascends the heavenly gate, there will be promotion. It is most undesirable for these to fall into the Kongwang (wasteland) where things are lost. However, in divinations concerning official matters or illness, Kongwang is actually favorable. The *Zhipang Fu* says: Kongwang is a spirit of loss; if it falls in the middle transmission, it is like breaking the waist; if it falls in the final transmission, it is like cutting off the foot. The hours Chen and Xu are the net demons; if they fall on the day stem, it is like destroying bird eggs; if they fall on the day branch, it is like overturning a bird's nest.

課體：重審，進茹，羅網，升階。課義：人宅皆旺，動遭羅網，夜占脫甚，互坐墓上。

This lesson has four patterns: Re-examination; "Progressing with the Root" refers to the three transmissions moving in order from Chen, Si, to Wu, advancing continuously like pulling up a reed by its root; Net; "Ascending Steps" refers to moving from Chen and Si up to the central Wu, like climbing steps. The meaning of the lesson says: both person and house are occupied by strong deities, which should be kept still, but once moved, they are caught in a net; when divining at night, the Heavenly General belongs to fire, which especially drains my energy; the day stem and day branch are each sitting on the storage of the other.

解曰：木旺於卯　金旺於酉，干支皆乘旺神。守之為貴，若妄動，定遭羅網纏繞，身宅變為羊刃，反生災咎也。中末脫干之氣，夜占則加以雀蛇火將，其脫彌甚矣。寅坐金墓之上，申坐木墓之上，干支互墓，各招昏晦，不宜兩相投奔也。

It is explained that wood is strongest at卯 (Mao), and metal is strongest at酉 (You). When the day stem is accompanied by卯 and the day branch is accompanied by酉, both sides receive the strongest supporting forces. At this time, remaining still is most valuable; if one acts recklessly, one will be caught in a net, and both oneself and one's family will become Yangren, leading to misfortune. The middle transmission and final transmission both drain the energy of the day stem. Night divination further aggravates this situation with the presence of the two fire-related heavenly generals,朱雀 (Zhu Que) and螣蛇 (Teng Sha), which intensify the draining effect. The寄宫 (Ji Gong) of 甲 (Jia) is at寅 (Yin), which sits on the metal grave, and the day branch申 (Shen) sits on the wood grave. The day stem and day branch enter each other's graves, causing confusion and darkness. It is not advisable for them to approach each other.

斷曰：此重審之卦，順進連茹，順中有逆，進中有退，靜宜動滯，有始無終。若已見蹉跌，而圖復舊業，大為吉兆。如本安處，忽求分外，反生災悔。又互坐丘墓，如愚蠢之人，兩相投奔，適取昏迷，占者尤當猛自警省。

The interpretation says: This is a case of repeated review. The three transmissions follow each other in sequence, advancing smoothly but containing an element of reversal within the order, and moving forward while also implying retreat. Stillness is appropriate, but any movement leads to obstruction. Often, there is a beginning but no end. If someone has already suffered a setback and wishes to restore their former status, this is a great auspicious sign. However, if someone was originally stable and suddenly desires something beyond their means, misfortune and regret will follow. Moreover, the day stem and day branch are in each other's graves, like two foolish people seeking each other's company, resulting in confusion and chaos. Those who receive this divination should be particularly alert and reflective.

天時：雲多雨少。家宅：不昌，又主情願借屋與人作踐。婚姻：兩旺可合，但恐有傷。胎產：胎臨絕地，防不育。功名：有始鮮終。求財：不由己力，終不可得。疾病：或如狂，主得之飲食，禁忌即愈。失脫：急尋，遲則難覓。出行：宜近處，遠行不利。行人：未有期。爭訟：主為口舌文書，進凶退吉。兵戰：利主不利客，憂患消解。墳葬：不吉，不能發貴。

Questioning the weather: clouds are numerous but rain is scarce. Questioning the residence: the family fortune is not flourishing, and the house is likely to be willingly lent out and ruined by others. Questioning marriage: both men and women are prosperous, and the marriage can be formed, but there is fear of future injuries. Questioning pregnancy: the fetal deity is on the绝 (terminal) position, so there is a risk of not being able to raise the child. Questioning fame and status: there is a beginning but little result. Questioning wealth: it is not obtained through one's own effort, and in the end, it will not be obtained. Questioning illness: it may be like madness, with the root of the illness lying in diet; avoiding certain foods can lead to recovery. Questioning loss: search quickly, or it will be difficult to find later. Questioning travel: it is suitable to go nearby, but long journeys are unfavorable. Questioning a traveler: the return date is uncertain. Questioning disputes: the cause is from words and documents, moving forward brings danger, but retreating brings good fortune. Questioning warfare: it is favorable for the host side but not for the guest side, and worries can be resolved. Questioning burial: it is unfavorable, and no nobleman will emerge.

畢法云：互旺俱旺坐謀宜，所謀多拙遭羅網，人宅坐墓甘招晦。訂訛云：前位神覆蓋遮隔，不得出頭，遇丁馬更凶，得年命沖破為有救。指掌賦云：午正陽，有泰階之象，從辰巳升之，豈非觀光乎。但傳空曰聲傳空谷，退吉，而進則不宜。

The *Bifa Fu* says: When both sides mutually benefit and are vigorous, it is most appropriate to remain seated and maintain stability; encountering a net-like situation, most endeavors will be clumsy and difficult to carry out; when both person and dwelling are seated on the tomb position, one can only accept darkness and confusion. The *Ding'e* says: When the heaven plate god of the previous position covers down and blocks the way, a person cannot lift his head; if this is further combined with the Ding god and the post-horse, it becomes even more dangerous; if the person's destiny and year can break through this, it is considered to have a rescue. The *Zhipang Fu* says: The position of Wu is the pure yang position, with an atmosphere of ascending to a high platform, rising from Chen and Si all the way to Wu, is it not exactly the light of observing the country? However, the final transmission falls into emptiness, which is called 'sound echoing in an empty valley,' only having echoes without substance. Retreating is auspicious, but advancing is not advisable.

課體：伏吟，自信，斬關，杜傳。課義：可與交關，眾鬼相攢，合中有禍，奴婢欺瞞。

This lesson has four characteristics:Hidden Chant; on a阴 day,Hidden Chant is determined by the神 on the day branch, and in this case, the branch酉 is self-punishing, so the initiating transmission is taken from the神 on the day stem, which is辰; 斩关; 杜传 refers to the three transmissions being blocked at every stage, causing the matter to be interrupted halfway. The lesson interpretation says: the day stem and day branch cross and combine, showing mutual harmony and the ability to conduct trade with others; however, many酉 metals gather to form a harmful official ghost that constrains the person, and there is hidden misfortune within the combination.酉 also represents servants, so there is also the issue of servants deceiving or misleading.

解曰：辰與酉合，干支上下交車相合，彼此齊心，故曰可與交關也。酉居旺地，臨宅之陰陽，又入中傳，群相攢結，以作日鬼，雖與干合，而合中有克也。酉為婢女，晝乘元武，夜乘天后，末傳更入私門，故主奴婢有奸欺之事。

It is explained that Chen and You are originally in the Liu He relationship. When the day stem and day branch intersect vertically, they form a harmonious relationship, with both sides united in purpose, thus indicating the possibility of trade and interaction with people. You is in its flourishing position, both appearing on the yang and yin spirits of the house and falling into the middle transmission. With several Yous gathered together, they combine to form an official ghost that restrains Yi wood. Although they harmonize with the day stem, this harmony also involves a degree of restraint. You also represents female servants. During the day, it is associated with the Black Tortoise, and at night, with the Heavenly Empress. The final transmission also falls into the Liu He private gate, indicating that there may be deceit and betrayal among the servants.

斷曰：此伏吟自信之卦，凡事伏匿不動，隱而未發，自信其柔，以與世接，靜以待動也。斬關發用，不獲安居。天罡作財，財強身弱。鬼生盜陰，主有重重耗失。反喜末傳坐空，事當改變，可於凶中化吉，不必憂怯。

The interpretation states: This is a self-confidence divination with hidden chant. All matters are concealed and remain inactive, hidden but not yet manifested. One can only rely on one's own gentle and compliant nature to interact with the outside world, remaining calm and waiting for the right opportunity. However, the god of cutting through barriers initiates the transmission, making it impossible to remain still. The heavenly stem Chen transforms into the god of wealth, indicating strong wealth but a weak self. Officials and ghosts go on to generate the god that drains me, leading to layer upon layer of losses. It is actually favorable for the final transmission to fall in kongwang. The matter will then undergo a change, turning danger into good fortune, without the need for fear or worry.

天時：宿霧重陰，遇風而解。家宅：不寧，防有奸私逃拐之事。婚姻：不用。胎產：主生女。功名：非正途，或有官無祿。求財：羊刃作財，求之得禍。投謁：主客面和心背。疾病：絕食者凶，暴病有解。失脫：宜尋家中，婢女所竊。出行：不利遠行。行人：未至。爭訟：宜和息。兵戰：少快利。

Questioning the weather: all night there was thick fog and overcast clouds that would not clear, and only when the wind arose did the fog disperse. Questioning the house: it is not peaceful, beware of secret affairs, private communications, and kidnappings or escapes. Questioning marriage: do not discuss it. Questioning pregnancy: it indicates the birth of a girl. Questioning official rank: not from the proper path, or holding an office without salary. Questioning wealth: Yangren has become the god of wealth, seeking from it brings misfortune. Questioning visiting: both host and guest appear friendly, but their hearts are not in agreement. Questioning illness: a凶 omen as the person cannot eat, sudden illness has a cure. Questioning loss: look within the family, it was stolen by a servant. Questioning travel: not suitable for long journeys. Questioning a traveler: has not yet arrived. Questioning disputes: it is suitable to settle by reconciliation. Questioning warfare: gain nothing.

畢法云：上下相合兩心齊，任信丁馬須言動。課經云：用起自刑，中投支上，復自刑。末取沖，傳行杜塞，名杜傳格，事主中止改圖。指南：丁丑年酉將占六甲。宅上酉神，側室懷孕。雙勾乘罡發用，必是雙胎，一男一女。酉為兌，作胎鬼死氣；卯為震，作支胎生氣。男必生，女必死也，果驗。

The "Bifa Fu" says: When the upper and lower parts combine, both sides are united in purpose; seeing the Ding god and the Post-horse indicates that matters will certainly move. The "Ke Jing" says: The first transmission starts from the self-punishment god, the middle transmission falls on the day branch which is also self-punishment, and the final transmission can only take the opposing one; with the three transmissions proceeding in this way, they are all blocked, called the "Du Zhuan Ge," indicating that matters will stop midway and require a different plan. The "Liu Ren Zhuan Nan" records: In the Dingchou year, using You as the month general to divinate childbirth, the judgment was: the residence is governed by the You god, indicating that the pregnant woman is a concubine; two Gou Chen gods are riding on the Tiangang Chen, initiating from the transmission, surely resulting in twins, one male and one female. You belongs to the Dui trigram, acting as the fetal god with the official ghost and death qi;卯 belongs to the Zhen trigram, acting as the day branch's fetal god with the life qi; therefore, the male child will live, and the female child will die. Later, it was indeed verified.

課體：遙克，蒿矢，退茹。課義：辛申並至，常人可畏，身宅皆凶，君子斯貴。

This divination lesson has three patterns: remote overcoming; "Hao Shi" is a type of remote overcoming where the upper deity overcomes the day stem, but the force is light, like an arrow made of reed grass; "Tui Ru" refers to the three transmissions moving one by one backward through the positions of Shen, Wei, and Wu. The lesson meaning says: the辛 metal hidden in Mao and the申 metal that remotely overcomes the day stem both press forward together, with two layers of official ghosts arriving at the same time. For an ordinary person, this is very frightening, bringing misfortune to both oneself and one's home; however, for a gentleman who divines this, it is actually a precious pattern.

解曰：卯旬遁辛而臨干，申遙克干而發用，明暗兩鬼並至，身既凶矣；宅上神克其身，將乘大吉小吉，皆助鬼而仇我，是宅亦凶而不可居也。常人遇此，病訟交侵，財息並沒，寧不可畏。君子反是，旺祿臨身，官星照宅。更喜中末墓脫俱空，獨顯初傳，乘天乙太常發用，斯為可貴之格。

The explanation says: The branch of Mao has hidden the metal of Xin and is positioned on the day stem, while the metal of Shen is at a distance and remotely restrains the day stem, and is the first transmission initiating the action. Officials and ghosts appear both openly and secretly, pressing down heavily, and the situation is already very dangerous. The spirit of the dwelling also restrains the body. The heavenly general is riding on the big blessing of Chou and the small blessing of Wei, all assisting the officials and ghosts against me, so the dwelling is also凶 and cannot be inhabited. Ordinary people encountering this situation will suffer from illness and legal troubles at the same time, and their wealth and children will be lost, how can they not be afraid? But the gentleman is exactly the opposite: the prosperous禄神 is on himself, and the official star illuminates the dwelling. More importantly, the middle transmission's墓神 and the final transmission's脱气 both fall into kongwang, leaving only the first transmission alone, riding on the heavenly general and Tai Chang, which is a precious pattern.

斷曰：此蒿矢之卦，連茹逆傳。事主動搖不定，人情倒置乖離。退中有進，利主不利客，利東北不利西南。天罡勵德，君子獲吉，小人成災。但中末落空，禍福俱輕，凡事止息。

The interpretation says: This is the Hāo Shǐ lesson, with the three transmissions connected and moving in reverse. Matters are unstable and uncertain, with human feelings reversed and disorderly. Retreat contains advancement; it is favorable for the host but not for the guest, beneficial in the northeast but not in the southwest. The Tiangang Li De pattern appears, benefiting the virtuous and bringing good fortune, but causing disaster for the wicked. However, both the middle and final transmissions fall into emptiness, making both good and bad outcomes light. Thus, all matters come to an end here.

天時：濃陰小雨，占晴難晴。家宅：宅神克祿，防因宅失祿；又主有口舌來自西南，不可留賓；又陰人小口，有災，宜謝土神。婚姻：不成。胎產：主女胎，占產速。功名：有官有祿，大吏升遷。求財：無得。疾病：凶。失脫：在西南方尋。出行：不果。行人：亥日至。爭訟：主為田土屋宅，始驚憂，終解散。兵戰：未有勝兆，且宜休息。

Questioning the weather: thick clouds cover the sky with only light rain; seeking clear weather, it does not clear. Questioning the residence: the house spirit overpowers the official spirit, beware of losing salary due to the house; also indicates disputes from the southwest direction, do not leave guests to stay; women and children in the family may suffer calamity; it is advisable to perform a thanksgiving ritual for the earth god. Questioning marriage: it will not succeed. Questioning pregnancy: a female fetus is carried, and delivery will be quick. Questioning officialdom: there is official position and salary, a high official indicates promotion. Questioning wealth: cannot obtain wealth. Questioning illness: ominous. Questioning lost items: search in the southwest direction. Questioning travel: travel cannot proceed. Questioning a traveler: arrives on the day of亥. Questioning disputes: the cause is land and house, initially there is worry and anxiety, but eventually it will be resolved. Questioning warfare: no signs of victory are visible, it is better to temporarily cease hostilities.

畢法云：旺祿臨身徒妄作，鬼乘天乙乃神祇，不行傳者考初時。指掌賦云：申未午為凌陰，主行險僥倖，危者安而安者危。逆連茹空，名腳踏空亡，進宜而退則不可。袖中金云：辰之陽神相剋，凶重有力，不可先動，傳空為遺鏃也。

The *Bi Fa Fu* says: If a strong and prosperous official (Wang Lu) is present on the self, it is useless for idle movements; if the official ghost is riding on the heavenly yi nobleman, it is a supernatural interference; if the three transmissions do not move, one should look back at the first transmission and the time of divination. The *Zhi Zhang Fu* says: The combination of Shen, Wei, and Wu is called "Ling Yin," indicating a desperate attempt for success, with danger turning into safety and safety turning into danger; if the transmission runs in reverse and is connected with the empty (Kongwang), it is called "Jiao Ta Kongwang," which is suitable for moving forward but not for retreating. The *Xiu Zhong Jin* says: If the yang spirit of the day branch conflicts with the position it is on, the凶 (evil) is strong and powerful, and one should not act rashly; if the three transmissions fall into the empty (Kongwang), it becomes a useless arrow shot out.

課體：彈射，間傳，回明。課義：晝虎墓身，勿近財婚，取之有咎，訟枉難伸。

This divination lesson has three patterns: shooting, intermediate transmission, and "returning to clarity." The three transmitters are in reverse order, moving through the branches in intervals: from the branch of the goat (未) to the snake (巳) to the rabbit (卯). This movement goes from yin to yang, like a waning moon gradually becoming full again. The meaning of the lesson states: if this divination is done during the day, the White Tiger is riding on the tomb of the wood branch (乙) at the goat (未). At this time, one must avoid matters concerning money and marriage, for involvement in either will bring misfortune. If involved in a lawsuit, even if justified, the injustice will not be resolved.

解曰：未為干墓，晝乘白虎臨宅，宅昏人病。幸不克支，應得稍輕也。日財發用，主財物之來。六合臨卯，主婚姻之事。然虎能傷干，酉來沖卯，貪財必遭噬害，成婚不得令終，不如勿近之為得也。未害寅上晝貴，訟雖理直，必遭枉斷也。

The explanation says: "Wei is the tomb of Yi wood. During the day, the White Tiger rides upon it and is present over the house, causing the house to be dark and people to fall ill. Fortunately, the Wei earth does not overcome the day branch Shen metal, so the outcome is not too severe. Wei is also the wealth god of the day stem, and it is the first transmission initiating the action, indicating the arrival of wealth. The六合 is present on Mao, indicating matters related to marriage. However, the White Tiger can harm the day stem, and You comes to clash with Mao, so seeking wealth will result in harm and damage. Even if one forces a marriage, it will not end well, so it is better not to involve oneself. Wei also harms the day's nobleman on Yin, so even if the case is just, litigation will certainly result in a guilty verdict."

斷曰：此彈射之卦，事從內起，遠而難就，利客不利主，宜後不宜先。況空亡發用，動作尤虛，禍福不實。惟利九流僧道，及孤獨之人，若常占難為骨肉。酉日干墓加支，又乘蛇虎，為真墓門開，當有內喪，宜合壽木以禳之。

The interpretation states: This is a shooting lesson, meaning the matter originates from within the family, and because it is distant, it will be difficult to achieve. It benefits the guest side but not the host side. It is favorable to act later rather than first. Moreover, the initiating transmission is at the empty position, making actions particularly hollow and without real effect, neither good nor bad outcomes will be realized. This lesson is only favorable to those outside the ordinary, such as monks, Taoists, and those living alone; if an ordinary person divines this, they may lose their close relatives. On the Yiyou day, the Tomb Spirit (mournful god) of the day stem is added to the day branch, and it is accompanied by the Teng Snake and White Tiger, which is called "true墓门 opens," indicating there will be a death in the family. It is advisable to prepare a coffin in advance as a remedy.

天時：大風有雷電。家宅：門戶不寧，防有重喪，或宅下有伏尸。婚姻：不吉，亦不成。胎產：不安，防產難。功名：有微祿而已。求財：必因財致禍，財空即免。疾病：主腰腳之疾，在右半，新病癒，久病凶。失脫：難獲。出行：訪人不遇，謀事不成，宜止。行人：未歸，六月占即至。爭訟：不利，宜即解散。兵戰：防失眾，成中有變。墳葬：兆吉，宜壽壙，多植樹木，若已葬，防有蟻攢蛇穴。

Questioning the weather: There will be strong winds and thunder and lightning. Questioning the house: The entrance is not peaceful, beware of consecutive funerals, or there may be unclaimed bones buried beneath the house. Questioning marriage: Unfavorable, and it will not succeed. Questioning childbirth: The fetus is unstable, beware of difficult labor. Questioning official rank: Only a small amount of salary. Questioning seeking wealth: Wealth will bring misfortune, unless the wealth falls under Kongwang, then it can be avoided. Questioning illness: The illness is in the waist and legs, on the right side; new illness can be cured, but long-term illness is dangerous. Questioning lost things: Difficult to recover. Questioning travel: Unable to meet people, affairs cannot be settled, best not to go. Questioning a traveler: Has not returned yet, if divined in June, will arrive soon. Questioning disputes: Unfavorable, should settle immediately and disperse. Questioning warfare: Beware of losing troops, seeing success but then new troubles arise. Questioning burial: The omen is favorable, should first prepare a grave and plant many trees; if already buried, beware of ants gathering and snakes digging through the ground.

畢法云：干墓並關人宅廢，支乘墓虎有伏尸，夫婦蕪淫各有私。課經云：未巳卯為回明格，自未傳卯，由陰至陽，有缺月漸回之象。凡事不可驟舉，只宜遲進。吉事漸成，凶事漸消也。

The *Bifa Fu* says: When the day stem's Tomb Spirit is also accompanied by a 关煞, both the person and the house will decline; if the day branch is occupied by Tomb Spirit and White Tiger, there are unidentifiable bones buried beneath the house; the husband and wife are both indulging in licentiousness, each having secret affairs. The *Ke Jing* says: The combination of 未, 巳, and 卯 is called 「Hui Ming Ge」. From 未 to 卯, it moves from the yin to the yang, like a crescent moon gradually becoming full again. Therefore, one should not act hastily in matters, but proceed slowly and steadily; in this way, good things will be gradually achieved and bad things will gradually dissipate.

課體：重審，稼穡，九丑。課義：面前相害，私裡眷愛，若論財交，彼明己昧。

This lesson has three patterns: Re-examination; "Jia Se" refers to the three transmissions being You, Xu, and Wei, all belonging to earth; "Jiu Chou" is a凶 pattern formed when a specific day branch meets the four central gods and they are present together, which is most unfavorable for marriage and travel. The lesson meaning says: the Wu on the day branch and the Chou on the day stem are directly harmful to each other, while Chen and You below are in harmony, so on the surface they are not harmonious, but in reality they are affectionate towards each other; if discussing financial transactions, the other party gains clearly, while oneself ends up confused and losing out.

解曰：午與丑相害於上，而辰與酉相合於下，雖外貌不和，而內情實相愛也。三傳純土，俱為日干之財神。然干被支墓覆蔽，而發用日財，反去生支，非彼明己暗而何。

It is explained that the horse (午) and the ox (丑) are in opposition above, causing mutual harm, while the dragon (辰) and the rooster (酉) are below, forming the Liu He (Liu He). Thus, although they appear to be at odds on the surface, they actually have a deep affection for each other. The three transmissions are all earth, and they are all the wealth god for the day stem, which is ethyl wood. However, the day stem is covered by the burial god of the day branch, and the initiating transmission's wealth also turns back to nourish the day branch. This is precisely a situation where the other party clearly benefits while oneself is confused and suffers a loss.

斷曰：此重審之卦，三傳皆四季之神，局合稼穡。凡事艱難，不由自主。卑下擅專，不利長上。必須詳審後行，方免悔咎。支墓覆干，防人欺蔽。宅上神空脫克支，亦恐門戶隳頹。三傳遞刑，支干上神交害，末傳空陷，有財散人怨之象，慎之慎之。

The interpretation states: This is a case of re-examination. All three transmissions are the spirits of the four seasonal months, forming a situation of harvest and cultivation. All matters will be difficult, and one will not be able to take the initiative. Those in lower positions will act independently and abuse power, which is harmful to superiors. One must carefully examine before taking action to avoid regret and blame. The spirit of the day's branch covers the day's stem, so one should beware of being deceived. The spirit above the house is both empty and leaking, and it also回头 harms the day's branch, so there is a fear that the family will decline. The three transmissions of Chou, Xu, and Wei mutually harm each other, and the spirits above the day's stem and day's branch also mutually harm each other. The final transmission falls into an empty and disadvantageous position, which is a sign of complete loss of wealth and people's resentment. One must be extremely cautious.

天時：雲蒸霧起，風多雨少。家宅：主家長昏昧，陰人用事，下有欺詐。婚姻：不吉。胎產：胎神臨敗，防損。功名：財中化官，可以得官，但少結局。求財：經商者折本，家財防病訟耗失。疾病：主脾病，下元虛，難愈，長上尤忌。失脫：宜速尋。出行：不安寧。行人：在路，有阻隔。爭訟：多為田土文書，始纏終解。兵戰：未利，宜屯田緩攻。

Questioning the weather: clouds are rising, mist is appearing, there is much wind but little rain. Questioning the house: the head of the family is dull and confused, women are in charge, and the servants are dishonest. Questioning marriage: not auspicious. Questioning pregnancy: the fetal deity is in a bad position, there is a risk of injury. Questioning official rank: wealth transforms into official position, an official post can be obtained, but the outcome is not good. Questioning seeking wealth: merchants will lose money, and family wealth should be guarded against loss due to illness or legal disputes. Questioning illness: illness affects the spleen and stomach, the lower part of the body is weak, and recovery is difficult; elders in the family should especially be cautious. Questioning lost items: one should search quickly. Questioning travel: the journey will not be peaceful. Questioning a traveler: the person is still on the way, with obstacles. Questioning disputes: mostly arising from land or documents, the matter starts complicated and ends with resolution. Questioning warfare: not favorable, it is advisable to cultivate farmland and defend, and to attack slowly.

畢法云：支墳財並旅程稽，賓主不投刑在上；傳財化鬼財休覓，彼此猜忌害相隨。課經云：三傳皆財，生支克干，惟宜納粟求官，或以財告貴。心鏡云：乙戊己辛壬午日，四仲相併九丑因；大吉臨干支干上，發用天災將及人；不但納妻並嫁女，最忌遊行及出軍。

The Bi Fa Fu says: If the day branch has the spirit of a grave and the spirit of wealth in the same position, the journey will be delayed; if the superior spirit brings punishment, the host and guest will not agree; if the three transmissions transform wealth into official ghosts, one should not seek wealth anymore; if both sides bring harm, suspicion will follow. The Ke Jing says: If the three transmissions are all wealth, and they are born from the day branch but overcome the day stem, this lesson is only suitable for seeking an official position by donating grain and rice, or by giving money to influence the nobleman. The Xin Jing says: If the day stems of Yi, Wu, Ji, Xin, and Ren meet the hour of Wu, and the four central spirits are together, it forms the Nine Disgrace pattern; if the great good spirit of disgrace is on the day stem or day branch, once it initiates the transmission, heavenly calamity will fall upon people; not only is it unsuitable for marriage and wedding, but it is most dangerous for long journeys and leading troops in battle.

課體：元首，從革。課義：滿盤皆鬼，來生子水，宜遠求財，憂變成喜。

This divination lesson has two patterns: the original leader and the reforming metal. The meaning of the lesson states: the three transmissions are巳, 酉, and 丑, which form a complete metal trinity. All over the chart, there are officials and ghosts that overcome the wood of 乙, which seems worrying. However, these metals instead nourish the day stem's 子 water, and the 子 water then returns to nourish the 乙 wood. Therefore, one should only seek wealth by taking a roundabout path, and worries will turn into joy.

解曰：三傳金局，皆為日鬼，若可憂也。殊不知反生干上子水，還以養干，合三傳遞生之格。切不可以中傳丑土為財，即往取之，生支引鬼，禍不旋踵。宜迤邐遠求，則金自生水，水白生干。干支陰陽，各成三合。巳申子丑辰酉，互成六合，變憂為喜，縱然帶煞，不成嗔矣。

The three transmissions form a metal formation, all of which are officials and ghosts that restrain the wood of Yi. It seems very worrying. But one does not realize that this metal can instead nourish the day stem's Zi water, and the Zi water in turn nourishes the Yi wood, which is exactly the pattern of 'three transmissions generating each other'. One must not rush to take the middle transmission Chou earth, which is considered wealth, because doing so would trigger the day branch and bring in officials and ghosts, leading to misfortune quickly. Instead, one should take a roundabout approach, allowing the metal to naturally generate water and the water to naturally generate wood. The yang and yin spirits of the day stem and day branch form triple harmonies, while巳 and申, Zi and Chou, and Chen and You form mutual Liu He. Worry turns into joy; even if there are Inauspicious Sha, they will not manifest.

斷曰：此元首之卦，合從革之局。事起男子，權由上人，每多順利。巳加酉為先革後從，先阻後通，化難為易，變仇為恩，全得眾力之助。秋冬占之，百事迪吉。

The interpretation says: This is a lesson of the sovereign, and it forms the pattern of the metal of transformation and following. The matter originates from the side of a man, and the authority lies with the person in a higher position. It is often quite smooth. The巳 is placed on the酉, indicating first transformation and then following. At first there is obstruction, but later it becomes smooth. Difficulties turn into ease, enemies become benefactors, all relying on the collective effort of many people. If this is divined in autumn or winter, everything is auspicious.

天時：望雨得雨，時和物生。家宅：防有小盜。婚姻：所占多合，擇其善者。胎產：胎神作鬼，入墓臨腹，將見元蛇，防繫鬼胎。功名：先阻後成，得貴人舉薦之力，不可取財。求財：旋來旋去，遲得乃安。投謁：晚合。疾病：淹纏而無害。失脫：不遠。出行：到處和合。行人：未動不動，已行即到。爭訟：難中生易，變仇成好。兵戰：大勝之兆。墳葬：夜占龍蟠龜伏，大吉。

Questioning about the weather: Expecting rain will result in rain, the weather is harmonious and all things grow. Questioning about a residence: Be cautious of petty theft. Questioning about marriage: The person in question is mostly compatible, choose the best one from among them. Questioning about pregnancy: The fetal spirit transforms into a ghost, and it enters the tomb above the abdomen, the heavenly general meets the black tortoise and the teng snake, be careful it might be a ghost fetus. Questioning about official rank: Initially faced with obstacles but eventually succeeds, relying on the recommendation of a nobleman, but one must not take money. Questioning about seeking wealth: Money comes and goes quickly, it is more secure to get it later. Questioning about seeking an introduction: It will take some time before success. Questioning about illness: The illness drags on, but it will not be fatal. Questioning about loss: The lost item is not far away. Questioning about travel: Wherever you go, you will be welcomed. Questioning about a traveler: Those who have not yet departed will remain still, those who have already set out will arrive soon. Questioning about disputes: Difficulties give rise to ease, enemies turn into friends. Questioning about warfare: A great victory is foretold. Questioning about burial: There is an image of a dragon lying coiled and a turtle crouching at night, which is very auspicious.

畢法云：眾鬼雖彰全不畏，貴雖坐獄宜臨干，萬事喜忻三六合。指掌賦云：一上克為元首，理勢順而百事攸宜。巳丑酉為反射，懷殺伐以酬恩。心印賦云：丑加巳上乘青龍，貴來舉薦兩相同。

The *Bifa Fu* says: Although many official ghosts are visible, there is no need to fear; even if the nobleman is seated in the prison position, as long as he is on the day stem, it is fine; when triple harmony and liuhe are both complete, all things bring joy. The *Zhipang Fu* says: When among the four lessons, only one upper god overcomes the lower god, it is called "yuan shou," meaning the matter is smooth and the situation is favorable, everything is suitable; the group consisting of si, chou, and you is called "shanshe," meaning harboring a spirit of killing to repay kindness. The *Xinyin Fu* says: When chou is placed on si and the azure dragon is present, the nobleman comes to recommend, and both sides have the same mind.

課體：知一，不備，四絕。課義：亥水乘丁，奔入庭宅，舍益就損，空脫交併。

This lesson has three types: knowing one; 'incomplete' refers to the four lessons being incomplete, actually only three can be arranged; 'four extremes' refers to patterns such as Wu added to Hai, You added to Yin, Zi residing in Si, and Mao residing in Shen, which are most suitable for concluding old matters. The lesson meaning says: Hai water is riding on the Ding spirit and rushing into the family courtyard, which is a good thing as it is beneficial to me; unfortunately, giving up this benefit for the loss, the result is that Kongwang and leakage are both encountered together.

解曰：亥水生乙木，乘丁神而加干發用，最為有益，無事他求矣。乃棄而不守，遂遭中末之空陷，無所依藉；乃投酉求合，甘心受脫。空脫交併，轉思亥之生我，不有天淵之隔耶。舍益就損，悔之晚矣。

It is explained that the water of the亥 branch can nourish the wood of 乙, and since the god of 丁 is added to the day stem and initiates the transmission, this is the most beneficial aspect, and there is no need to look elsewhere. Yet, it deliberately ignores this support and thus collides with the empty and trapped positions of the middle and final transmissions, having nowhere to rely on. It then turns to the酉 for a little compatibility, willingly allowing its own vital energy to be drained away. When the empty positions and the loss of energy arrive together, at this point, recalling the benefit of the亥 water nurturing oneself, is it not a difference between heaven and earth? Choosing the bad over the good, regret comes too late.

斷曰：此比用之卦，四課不備。事有兩端，人不一致，擇其善者而從之。舍近就遠而適得近，舍親就疏而彌得親。雖起驀然而仍不離身位。所嫌輕己徇人，甘心自陷，不無悔咎。若審機守分，反得自在逍遙也。

The interpretation says: This is a case of comparison by lessons, with the four lessons incomplete. The matter has two aspects, and people's intentions are not aligned. One should follow the better aspect. Abandoning the near for the distant leads to success nearby; neglecting the close for the distant results in harmony with the close. Although the matter arises suddenly, it still remains rooted in its original position. The concern is looking down on oneself to accommodate others, willingly entering difficulties, which inevitably leads to regret. If one can assess the situation and stay within one's proper role, one will achieve ease and freedom.

天時：有雨，求晴未得。家宅：宅安，或以造屋致貧。婚姻：主家貧離祖出贅。胎產：胎安，占產易產。功名：防以官為家，敗身辱祖。求財：守舊相安，妄求有損。疾病：新病癒，久病凶。失脫：鄰人所取，逃亡不遠。出行：宜北方。行人：即歸。爭訟：但宜自守，其事自解，不可受彼籠絡。兵戰：晝凶夜吉。

Questioning the weather: it will rain, and efforts to seek clear weather will be in vain. Questioning the residence: the house is stable, but building it may lead to poverty. Questioning marriage: the partner's family is poor, and one may have to leave their own family to become a live-in son-in-law (literally 'door-mat son-in-law', meaning a husband who marries into a poorer family). Questioning pregnancy: the fetus is stable, and childbirth will be easy. Questioning officialdom: beware of treating government offices as one's own home, which may result in disgrace and dishonor to ancestors. Questioning wealth: it is safe to keep the old business, but seeking wealth recklessly will lead to loss. Questioning illness: newly acquired illness can be cured, but long-standing illness is dangerous. Questioning lost items: the neighbor took them, and the person who ran away will not go far. Questioning travel: it is favorable to go north. Questioning a traveler: he will return soon. Questioning disputes: one should only defend one's own side, and the matter will naturally resolve itself; do not be tempted by the other party's persuasion. Questioning warfare: it is unfavorable during the day but favorable at night.

畢法云：不行傳者考初時。課經云：舍傳中之空脫，而回就干上以受生，為避難逃生。乃不就干上之亥，而情願加酉，貪合受脫，名不受福德。心印賦云：午加亥上酉加寅，子居巳位卯居申，諸經名此為四絕，結絕舊事最為真。金匱經云：孟知其一，必知其日。二下賊上，妻財爭訟，咒詛不寧。

The "Bifa Fu" says: If the three transmissions do not move, then look back at the first transmission and the time of divination. The "Ke Jing" says: Ignore the empty and lost position in the middle of the three transmissions, return to the day stem to receive the water of亥, which is called "avoiding danger and escaping." However, this lesson does not follow the亥 on the day stem, but instead prefers to add酉, willing to accept a little harmony and suffer loss, which is called "not receiving fortune and virtue." The "Xinyin Fu" says: When午 is on亥, 酉 is on寅, 子 is on巳, and 卯 is on申, all the classics call this "four extremes," which is most effective in cutting off old matters. The "Jinkui Jing" says: If one knows one of them, then one certainly knows the verification of that day. When the lower god is defeated by the upper god, it indicates disputes over wife and wealth, as well as curses, slander, and domestic unrest.

課體：反吟，無依，龍戰。課義：三辛臨卯，所謀被惱，夜逢蛇虎，祿難求飽。

This lesson has three types: reverse chant; "no support" is a type of reverse chant where the upper and lower parts are in opposition, and the four lessons lack mutual control and have no support; "dragon battle" is when the卯 (Mao) is the initiating transmission, and卯 belongs to the Zhen wood trigram, like a group of dragons fighting in the fields. The lesson meaning says: the辛 (Xin) metal hidden in卯 is continuously pressing down three times, causing trouble for any plans; if it is a night divination, and the Teng Snake and White Tiger appear, even though卯 is the禄神 (lucky god) of the乙 (Yi) wood, do not expect to rely on it for a full meal.

解曰：卯旬遁辛，作日干之鬼，支上一卯，初末傳二卯，共為三卯，則有三辛矣。眾鬼為朋，日干受制，又況酉為阻隔，卯為失約。用重卯酉，事主參差，所謀焉往而不惱懷也。卯祿遁鬼，還入鬼鄉，夜乘虎金傷干，難以往取。雖臨於宅，又被宅克，孟求安享，無是理矣。

The explanation says: The卯 (Mao) branch has escaped the current ten-day cycle as the metal Jia (辛) and is exactly the official ghost of the Yi (乙) wood day stem. There is already a Mao in the day branch, and the first and final transmissions also contain two Maws, making a total of three Maws, which correspond to three instances of the metal Jia (辛). All these ghosts unite together, and the day stem is constantly restricted. Moreover, the酉 (You) branch signifies obstruction, while the卯 (Mao) branch signifies broken promises. The initiating transmission also repeats the appearance of both Mao and You, leading to inevitable confusion and disorder in the matter. Whatever the endeavor, it will bring trouble everywhere. The卯 (Mao) is originally the禄 (favorable position) of the Yi (乙) wood, but it has escaped as the official ghost, which is like the禄 returning to the ghost's domain. In a night divination, the White Tiger, which belongs to metal, comes to harm the day stem. This禄 cannot be obtained. Although it is present at the house, it is also overcome by the house, so it is impossible to enjoy it peacefully.

斷曰：此反吟無依之卦，事出兩途。往返無常，孟動不動。每從下起，得失靡定，有疑莫決。又卯酉相加，主門戶不寧，謹防奸私逃盜之事。

The interpretation says: This is a reverse chant without support, indicating that there are two paths for the matter, with constant changes and no definite outcome. There is a desire to act but it cannot be carried out. Troubles often arise from the lower people, and gains and losses are uncertain, leading to doubts and indecision. Additionally, the卯 and酉 trines are mutually influencing, indicating instability in the household, and one must be cautious of secret affairs, betrayal, and theft.

天時：風雨交作，反覆不已。家宅：或因修宅而多費，亦防男女奸私。婚姻：不明，不宜成。胎產：胎氣旺而不寧。功名：有官有祿，而非正印。求財：未順利。投謁：不合。疾病：驚憂反覆，宜加謹慎。失脫：繫宅中人。出行：惶惑不定。行人：歸或復出。爭訟：往來紛爭，憂驚難解。兵戰：不利，宜慎。

Questioning about the weather: rain and wind come together, and there is no clear conclusion. Questioning about the house: perhaps because of house repairs, there will be more expenses, and also need to be cautious about private matters between men and women. Questioning about marriage: the details are unclear, and it is not advisable to form a union. Questioning about pregnancy: the fetal energy is strong but not stable. Questioning about official rank: there is an official position and salary, but it is not a real position with a seal. Questioning about seeking wealth: not smooth. Questioning about visiting: not harmonious. Questioning about illness: fear and worry come repeatedly, and extra caution is needed. Questioning about loss: it is done by someone from within the family. Questioning about travel: confusion and uncertainty, unable to make a decision. Questioning about a traveler: he returns but then goes out again. Questioning about disputes: disputes come and go, worries and anxieties are hard to resolve. Questioning about warfare: unfavorable, must be cautious.

畢法云：權攝不正祿臨支，上下交合兩心齊，虎乘遁鬼殃非淺。課經云：祿加支而被支克，必因起蓋屋宅而失其祿。訂訛云：卯酉卯，占主家宅門戶道路之事，神將凶動，有重重驚惱。指掌賦云：用卯為龍戰，用酉為虎斗，主事改而憂疑不定。

The *Bi Fa Fu* says: When the official star falls on the day branch, it signifies temporary administration with improper authority; when the upper and lower branches cross and combine, both sides are united in purpose; when the White Tiger rides on the hidden official ghost of the ten-day cycle, calamity is profound. The *Ke Jing* says: When the official star is placed on the day branch and is overcome by the day branch, it is surely due to building a house and losing salary. The *Ding E* says: Lessons with卯, 酉, and 卯 often concern family, doors, and roads; once the spirits and generals become凶, there will be repeated fears and worries. The *Zhi Zhang Fu* says: Taking卯 as the initiating transmission is called "Dragon Strife," and taking酉 as the initiating transmission is called "Tiger Strife," both indicating changes and uncertainty.

課體：知一，不備，亂首，驀越。課義：三傳空盜，切勿倨傲，上門欺凌，以德為報。

This lesson has four patterns: Knowing One, Incomplete, Disordered Beginning, and adding "Moyue" — the initiating transmission is taken from the hidden god of the day branch, indicating that the event comes suddenly. The lesson meaning says: the three transmissions may fall into empty voids or leak my original energy, making them entirely ineffective; at this time, one must not be arrogant. The day branch comes to bully me, and I am already controlled by those below me; although the other party uses the virtue god to respond, it cannot offset the guilt of the bullying.

解曰：未既旬空，子又坐空，巳復盜氣，是為三傳空盜，全不得力矣。支來加干克干，乃上門亂首，業受制於卑下。若仍尊倨，自處傲忽，其害滋甚。寅，支之德也，來自支上，與日比和，支雖以德相報，亦不足贖其欺凌之罪矣。

The explanation says: The hexagram is not properly in its own旬's empty position, and the Zi is sitting on an empty place. The Si is leaking my original energy, which is called "three transmissions stealing away" and no strength can be exerted. The day branch comes to attack the day stem and overpowers it, which is called "upper gate disordering the head." I have already been suppressed by the lower position. At this time, if I still act with arrogance and neglect, the harm will be even greater. The寅 is the virtue god of the day branch, coming from above the day branch and harmonizing with the day stem; even if the day branch offers its virtue god in return, it cannot offset the crime of its upper attack.

斷曰：此知一之卦，事起同類，恩中有害。又名上門亂首，主有外來欺侮，無端嗔辱。幸發用傳空，其禍可解。但孤辰寡宿，止宜僧道煢獨之人。凡占無成，必須更改。

The interpretation states: This is a case of knowing one lesson, where the matter is initiated by peers or similar people, and kindness is mixed with misfortune. This lesson is also called "upstairs disorder," indicating that there will be outsiders coming to bully and insult without cause, resulting in a scolding and humiliation. Fortunately, the initiating deity falls into Kongwang, so this misfortune can be resolved. However, the lesson carries Guchen and Guasu, making it suitable only for monks, nuns, and those living alone. All affairs will not succeed, and changes must be made.

天時：風雨不時，防蟲螟傷稼。家宅：主繫德門舊族，但恐主孱奴橫。婚姻：不成。胎產：防有傷損。功名：必係門蔭，不求自來。求財：夏占大獲。疾病：凶中化吉，夏占不利小兒。失脫：不獲。出行：防失脫。行人：遲至。爭訟：憂疑有解。兵戰：防變。墳葬：夏晝占可用，餘不宜。

Inquiring about the weather: rain and wind come out of season, beware of locusts damaging the crops. Inquiring about a residence: it is a family of high reputation and status, but beware of the master being weak and the servants being rude. Inquiring about marriage: it will not succeed. Inquiring about childbirth: beware of injury. Inquiring about official rank: it must be obtained through the influence of ancestors, without seeking it one will obtain it. Inquiring about seeking wealth: there will be great gain in summer. Inquiring about illness: it is凶 but can turn to good fortune, but in summer it is not good for children. Inquiring about lost things: they cannot be found. Inquiring about travel: beware of losing things. Inquiring about a traveler: he will arrive late. Inquiring about disputes: after worry and doubt there will be resolution. Inquiring about warfare: beware of unexpected changes. Inquiring about burial: it is suitable to do it in summer during the day, but not suitable at other times.

畢法云：害貴訟直遭曲斷。指南：庚寅年未將占陰宅，曰：貴人左旋，逆水之局。申為對案，艮山坤向。未為來龍，雖空乘進，非真龍正穴，然有可取。初中財貴逢空，一二代虛名虛利。末傳為宅之長生，學堂上臨河魁朱雀，第三代子孫發貴矣。又丙子年戌將占一重闢，曰：皇恩臨干，天赦居支，太歲貴人在日，六月當豁免出獄，但戌臨孟位，又屬本命，謫戌不免。

The "Bi Fa Fu" states: When the initiating transmission deity harms the nobleman, even if the case is just, it will be ruled as unjust. The "Liu Ren Zhuan Nian" records: In the year Gengyin, using Wei as the month general to divinate a burial site, the interpretation says: The nobleman moves in a counterclockwise direction, indicating a situation of reverse water flow; Shen is the opposite mountain facing the site, with the mountain direction belonging to Gen mountain and Kun direction; Wei is the coming dragon, although it falls into Kongwang, but it is riding on the advancing energy, thus not being a true dragon and proper site, yet it still has some merit. The first and second transmissions have the wealth hexagram and nobleman both empty, the first couple of generations will only have empty fame and profit; the final transmission is the growth position of the house, with the academy hexagram accompanied by Hekui and Vermilion Bird, the third generation of descendants will rise to prominence. Also: In the year Bingzi, using Xu as the month general to divinate for a condemned prisoner, the interpretation says: Imperial grace is present on the day stem, Heavenly Pardon is on the day branch, the sovereign and nobleman are both on the day, and he will be pardoned and released in June; however, Xu is in the beginning position, and it is also his birth year, so exile and banishment are unavoidable.

課體：元首，潤下，羅網。課義：人盛宅狹，貴多不愜，將土傳水，財印相接。

This lesson has three patterns: Yuan Shou, Run Xia, and Luo Wang. The meaning of the lesson states: the three transmissions are Shen, Zi, and Chen, forming a water pattern, which nourishes the day stem and drains the day branch, hence the population is prosperous but the house is narrow. The transmissions are everywhere noblemen, but the more noblemen there are, the less they harmonize with each other. The heavenly generals accompanying are all of earth type, and the three transmissions are all of water type. Earth is wealth for Bing wood, and water is education for Bing wood, wealth and education are connected one after another.

解曰：申子辰會為水局，生干而脫支，故為人盛宅狹之象。晝夜貴加，又課傳皆貴，貴多反無依據，不相浹洽也。晝夜將俱土屬，於日為財。而三傳純作水局，於日為印，非財印相接而何。

It explains that Shen, Zi, and Chen form a water pattern, with water coming to nourish the day stem Yi wood and to drain the energy of the day branch Shen metal. Therefore, this indicates a situation where people are numerous but the house is narrow. Both day and night noblemen are present, and the transmission in the lesson is filled with noblemen. When there are too many noblemen, there is no clear direction, and they do not harmonize with each other. The heavenly generals of both day and night belong to earth, which is considered wealth for Yi wood. The three transmissions form a pure water pattern, which is considered education for Yi wood. This is exactly the situation where wealth and education follow one after another.

斷曰：此元首之卦，會潤下之局，正大光明，順利和美。課傳三合，又互見六合，百事有人扶助。但天將皆作日財，主長上有災。末助初克，支上牛鬼，除求官者。皆有妨礙。

The interpretation says: This is a lesson of the sovereign, and it will form a moistening and descending water pattern, which is upright and proper, smooth and harmonious. The transmissions form a triple harmony, and they also mutually show the six harmonies, meaning that everything will have someone to support. However, all the heavenly generals have turned into the wealth of the day stem, and strong wealth will harm the official, indicating that there will be misfortune for the elders in the family. The final transmission helps the first transmission to overcome, and the day branch carries the ghost of authority, so except for those seeking official positions, doing other things will encounter obstacles.

天時：雨水多而無害。家宅：發丁和好。婚姻：未宜。胎產：胎吉，占產不宜。功名：主有人推薦，顯達。求財：難得，亦防得咎。投謁：和美。疾病：難退，占尊長危。失脫：可獲。出行：安穩。行人：即歸。爭訟：各投勢要，難決易和。兵戰：晝占小利，夜占大勝。

What about the weather? Although there will be much rain, it will not cause disaster. What about a house? There will be a birth in the family, and the household will be harmonious. What about marriage? It is not yet suitable. What about pregnancy? The pregnancy is auspicious, but the birth is not favorable. What about official rank? There is someone who will recommend you, and success is expected. What about seeking wealth? It will be difficult to obtain, and one should also beware of trouble caused by money. What about visiting someone? The host and guest will get along well. What about illness? The illness will take a long time to recover; if it is a respected elder who is ill, it is dangerous. What about losing something? The lost item can be found again. What about traveling? The journey will be safe. What about a traveler? He will return soon. What about a lawsuit? Both parties will seek the help of powerful people, making the case hard to decide, but reconciliation is easy. What about a battle? If it is during the day, there will be some advantage; if it is at night, there will be a great victory.

畢法云：萬事喜忻三六合，課傳俱貴轉無依。指南：乙酉年申將占兵，曰：水局生干，合中無煞，旺財生官貴，所攻必降。但旺氣在內，城不可拔。辰陰太乙，乘虎克支，應防東南有兵變，及師行果驗。又：庚寅年酉將，一人占子逃失，曰：申為坤方，加於辰而類成水局。元武臨天門而上乘未土，垣中有鬼柳二宿，孤辰為僧。卯未相乘得四十八，丙丁日見矣。果於西南四十八里金山寺中，近水樓房尋得。

The "Bifa Fu" says: When both Triple Harmony and Liu He are complete, all things bring joy; however, if the transmission of the course is everywhere with Noblemen, it is actually without support. The "Liu Ren Zhi Nan" records: In the year Yiyou, with Shen as the Month General, it is used to predict military affairs. It is said: The water element nurtures the Day Stem, the harmony does not bring凶s and evils, the prosperous wealth also generates official and noble people, the side being attacked will certainly surrender. However, the prosperous energy is all gathered within the city, and the city cannot be captured at once. The hidden spirit of Chen is Taiyi, riding on the White Tiger to attack the Day Branch, one should be cautious of military rebellion in the Southeast direction. When the army went out, it indeed came true. Again: In the year Gengyin, with You as the Month General, someone consulted about a son who had run away and disappeared. It was predicted: Shen belongs to the坤direction, placed on Chen and forms a water element structure; the Yuanwu is on the Heaven Gate and rides on Wei soil, in that area of stars and constellations there are Ghost Mansion and Willow Mansion, Guchen indicates monks;卯and Wei multiply to get the number forty-eight, on the days of Bing and Ding, the person will be found. Later, indeed, the person was found forty-eight miles to the Southwest, at Jinshan Temple and a building by the water.

課體：重審，稼穡。課義：兩未墓乙，賴眾憫恤，子害戌刑，丑沖漸吉。

This lesson has two patterns: Re-examination and Cultivation. The meaning of the lesson states: two Weis are the graves of Ji wood, covering the day stem heavily. Reliance is placed on the mercy and aid of the deities—the Zi in the day branch penetrates and harms it, the Xu in the middle transmission penalizes it, and the Chou in the final transmission collides with it. Thus, the grave is opened, and the matter gradually turns favorable.

解曰：未墓覆干發用，乙木兩遭蒙蔽，昏滯甚矣。幸而支上子來穿之，中傳戌來刑之，末傳丑來沖之，墓遂得開，而漸漸獲吉。若非眾情憫恤，群效其力，乙干豈能自振乎哉。

The Tomb Spirit of 未 is covering the day stem and serves as the first transmission's initiating transmission. The ethereal wood of 乙 is blocked at both ends, reaching a state of extreme confusion and stagnation. Fortunately, the 子 in the day branch comes to harm it, the 戌 in the middle transmission comes to penalize it, and the 丑 in the final transmission comes to clash with it. Thus, the墓门 is forced open, and the fortune gradually improves. Without the collective care and effort of others, the day stem of ethereal wood, 乙, would never have been able to revive on its own.

斷曰：此重審之卦，三傳純土，局號稼穡。以下犯上，既多逆而不順，又若一大力田，亦勞多而獲寡，難進易退，事當詳審，不可任意妄行。況發用空亡，像主別離孤獨。凡有謀為，百無一就，守舊方吉。

The interpretation states: This is a case of re-examination, with the three transmissions all being earth. The name of the situation is "cultivating crops." There is a situation where the lower is offending the upper, mostly indicating reverse and unsmooth circumstances. It is also like a person working alone to cultivate a large piece of land, exerting much effort but achieving little. Advancing forward is difficult, while retreating is easy. Therefore, all matters should be carefully examined and not acted upon carelessly. Moreover, the initiating deity is falling into the empty void, indicating separation and solitude. Any plans or schemes will result in failure, and it is auspicious to maintain the existing occupation.

天時：占晴不久，占雨未得。家宅：多賓朋酒食之費。婚姻：不成。胎產：胎神臨敗。功名：謀復舊職可得。求財：難得。疾病：不利尊長。失脫：晝占當敗露。出行：不宜。行人：遲至。爭訟：宜解散。兵戰：晝吉夜凶。墳葬：防出敗子。

Questioning about the weather: if it is divined to be clear, it will not last long; if it is divined to be rainy, the rain will not come. Questioning about a residence: there will be many guests and friends, and there will be considerable expenses for food and drink. Questioning about marriage: it will not succeed. Questioning about pregnancy and childbirth: the fetal deity is on a failed position. Questioning about official rank: seeking to regain the original position can be achieved. Questioning about seeking wealth: it is difficult to obtain. Questioning about illness: it is detrimental to the family elders. Questioning about loss: if divined during the day, the thief's evidence will be exposed. Questioning about travel: it is not advisable. Questioning about a traveler: he will arrive late. Questioning about disputes: it is suitable to resolve and disperse them. Questioning about warfare: if divined during the day, it is auspicious; if divined at night, it is inauspicious. Questioning about burial: one should beware of a son or daughter who will ruin the family.

畢法云：賓主不投刑在上，彼此猜忌害相隨，干墓並關人宅廢。指竅云：稼穡卦，乙日得之無大害，見蛇虎主虛耗。精蘊云：此卦占婚姻，三傳皆財。青龍發用，中傳天喜。干上克支上為妻，似乎必成之象。不知第四課元武乘卯刑子，則女家有畏心而不就也。大抵占婚，最忌第二課第四課有刑剋，及三傳與日辰不和。

The "Bi Fa Fu" says: If the upper deity carries a punishment, the host and guest sides cannot agree; if both sides carry a harmful aspect, suspicion follows. If the day stem's buried deity is also accompanied by a bad omen, both person and house will decline. The "Zhi Qiao" says: The Jia Se hexagram, when divined on an Yi day, does not bring great harm, but if the Teng Snake or Bai Hu appears, it indicates loss without gain. The "Jing Yun" says: For this divination concerning marriage, all three transmissions are wealth, the Qing Long is the first transmission, the middle transmission is Tian Xi, and the day stem's upper deity conquers the day branch's upper deity, with wife regarded as wealth. It seems like a certain outcome. However, the fourth lesson has Yuan Wu riding on Mao to punish Zi, indicating fear in the female side, so this marriage will not succeed. Generally, in divination for marriage, the second and fourth lessons carrying punishment or conquest, and the three transmissions not harmonizing with the day stem and day branch, are most to be avoided.

課體：重審，間傳，涉三淵。課義：空脫臨身，宅乘馬丁，貴來官顯，福佑財亨。

This lesson has three patterns: Re-examination, Intermediate Transmission, and "Involving Three Depths" — the three transmissions are Shen, Xu, and Zi, descending in order with each separated by one position, like a dragon diving into the deep. The meaning of the lesson says: the Wu (noon) which drains my original energy has fallen into Kongwang; the residence is occupied by the Post-horse and the Decade's Ding; the Nightly Noble comes to take charge, thus the official star becomes prominent; there is a divine guardian providing blessings, and the path to wealth is also smooth.

解曰：午既旬空，又脫干氣，今臨身上，耗費無窮也。午為支馬，又遁旬丁，今乘宅上，變動不一也。夜貴來坐午上，雖入空鄉，而旺宅在前，不害其為官星德神。中傳戌財，末傳簾幕，一往亨通矣。

It is explained that the Wu (午) is already in the empty place of this ten-day period and also drains the vital energy of the Yi wood. Now it is directly on the self, consuming endlessly. Wu is also the post-horse of the day branch, and a Ding spirit has hidden in the ten-day period. Now it is riding on the house, causing constant changes and disturbances. The night nobleman is sitting on Wu, although it has entered the empty place, but there is a prosperous and strong house position ahead to support it, so it does not hinder it from still functioning as an official star and virtue spirit. The middle transmission is Xu (戌), which is the wealth hexagram, and the final transmission is again a curtain nobleman. This path leads to smooth progress.

斷曰：此重審之卦，順進間傳，為龍涉三淵之格。事不順利，陰小有權，長上見厄，發用坐空。凡事虛聲不實，凶可化吉，遲而後成，屈抑耗洩，宜固窮安分，靜以俟之。

The interpretation states: This is a case of re-examination, with the three transmissions proceeding in order but advancing by skipping positions, forming the pattern of "Dragon crossing three depths." Matters do not go smoothly, authority falls into the hands of women and children, and the elders in the family face misfortune. The initiating deity is seated on the empty position. All affairs have only empty reputation without actual results; danger can turn into good fortune, but only after some delay. At present, one is experiencing suppression and depletion, so it is advisable to be content with poverty, maintain one's proper conduct, and remain quietly patient.

天時：晴雨皆待出旬。家宅：有移動之象。婚姻：未成。胎產：胎神坐空墓，防不實。功名：多歷難辛，終歸有得。求財：尚未稱意。投謁：干貴不合。疾病：暴病有解，久病不吉。失脫：賊去難尋。出行：屢動有阻。行人：寅庚日來。爭訟：改換問官，方得亨利。兵戰：晝凶夜吉。

Questioning the weather: Whether it is sunny or rainy, you have to wait until after this旬. Questioning about a residence: There are signs of moving or changing. Questioning about marriage: It will not be successful. Questioning about pregnancy: The Fetal Spirit is sitting on the Kongwang墓, be careful that the pregnancy may not be genuine. Questioning about fame and status: It requires going through hardship, but eventually there will be some gain. Questioning about seeking wealth: It is not yet satisfactory. Questioning about seeking a nobleman's favor: Even if you go to seek a nobleman, it will not match. Questioning about illness: Sudden illness can be resolved, but long-term illness is unfavorable. Questioning about lost items: The thief has already gone far, and it is difficult to find. Questioning about travel: You have many times wanted to leave but have encountered obstacles. Questioning about a traveler: He will arrive on the寅day or the庚day. Questioning about disputes: You need to change the official handling the case to get a favorable outcome. Questioning about warfare: If you divinate during the day, it is凶; if you divinate at night, it is吉.

畢法云：空上逢空事莫追，兩貴受克難干貴，人宅受脫俱招盜。課經云：立春日子將，占得此卦。凡四立日，日干臨前一日日干發用，申為干絕之地，又為窮冬之辰。干上空脫，兩貴皆怒，主九十日有災。故心鏡云：遇此是名天禍卦，天降之災四五旬，白虎死亡元武盜，官追朱雀斗勾陳，天空遇事多欺詐，此法詳推豈免迍。

The "Bifa Fu" says: If there is another empty (Kongwang) on top of an empty, there is no need to pursue the matter further; if both noblemen (Guiren) are weakened, it is difficult to rely on them for help; if both person and house are drained, both sides will suffer theft. The "Ke Jing" says: On the day of the Beginning of Spring, take Zi as the Month General (Yuejiang), and the divination will be this lesson. Whenever it is one of the four beginnings of the seasons, the Day Stem (Ri Gan) is on the previous day's Day Stem and initiates the transmission (Fa Yong). Shen is also the place where Bing Wood is at its end, and it is also the time when winter is about to end; the Day Stem is both empty and weakened, and both noblemen are angry, indicating disaster within ninety days. Therefore, the "Xin Jing" says: encountering this lesson is called the "Heavenly Misfortune Hexagram," and the calamity from heaven will last for forty to fifty days. The White Tiger indicates death, the Black Tortoise indicates theft, the Vermilion Bird indicates official investigations, and Gou Chen indicates disputes. When Tian Kong appears, there will be much fraud. Following this method carefully, one cannot escape this hardship.

課體：重審，進茹，龍潛。課義：面前被盜，前路可造，因動逢生，庶免空耗。

The "Lesson Pattern" refers to the name of the structure of the divination chart. This particular chart has three types: "Re-examination," which means that among the four lessons, the lower god is attacking the upper god, and the lesson with the same type as the day stem is used as the initiating transmission, indicating that the matter originates from below and requires careful review; "Progressing," which refers to the three transmissions (initial, middle, and final) proceeding in sequence according to the order of the earthly branches Hai, Zi, and Chou; and "Dragon Concealed," which means that Hai, Zi, and Chou are all in the northern water position, with yang energy hidden beneath and not yet rising. The "Lesson Meaning" is a four-character rhyming phrase summarizing the fortune and misfortune of the chart. This chart states that the day stem, which is the wood of Yi, is being drained by the fire of Si in the heaven stem, like a thief taking goods in front of one's eyes; however, the three transmissions ahead have great potential, and once initiated, they meet the initial transmission of water in Hai, which brings the growth of the water element, thus avoiding futile efforts.

解曰：已臨我上而脫我氣，猶人當面為盜。被其盜者，無可如何，不如舍之而去，以就三傳。初乘丁馬，動而之長生之地。中之子水，亦生我也。況至末傳，更遇日財，較諸耗脫之巳，不大相懸絕耶。

"Explanation says" is a phrase-by-phrase interpretation of the divination meaning. The dry branch巳 fire is pressing upon the branch乙 wood, draining my original energy, just like a robber taking things right in front of me. The victim of open theft has no choice but to either guard it or abandon it and seek refuge in the three transmissions. The first transmission亥 water is riding on the active "丁 god," and also serves as the Post-horse for the酉 day; once it moves, it enters the long life place of乙 wood. The middle transmission子 water also supports乙 wood. By the final transmission丑 soil, it becomes the wealth hexagram that controls乙 wood. Comparing these three steps with the巳 fire that only consumes and drains, the difference in their effects is clearly vast.

斷曰：此重審之卦，順進連茹，循理則為亨通，逆理則為羅網。主子孫改動，陰貴扶持。先耗後益，轉咎為祥。舊事重新，失而復得，相機而動，株守非宜。

"Disposal" is a general summary of the entire situation. This is a review of the previous divination, with the three transmissions following in a continuous and progressive manner: proceeding in accordance with the natural order leads to smooth success everywhere, while going against the natural order and forcing matters results in falling into a trap. The matter in question relates to the movement of descendants, and there is secret support from a nobleman and a hidden person. Initially there will be expenses, but later there will be benefits, and misfortunes will eventually turn into good fortune; old matters can be renewed, and lost items can be recovered. The key point is to act according to the right opportunity, and to be rigid and unyielding is not appropriate.

天時：得雨沾足。家宅：主人多宅隘，有老陰人持家，防奴妨主。婚姻：雖頗耗費，日後和美。胎產：胎旺主生女。功名：穩足得人扶持。求財：先有所費，得足補償。投謁：和好得益。疾病：不妨。失脫：復得。出行：遠程吉利。行人：即歸。爭訟：宜和解。兵戰：軍中不寧。

Heavenly conditions: There will be rain, and the rain will be abundant. Family: There are many people in the household, but the house is narrow. A senior woman is in charge of the family, and one should beware of servants mistreating the master. Marriage: Although some wealth will be spent, the marriage will gradually become harmonious. Pregnancy: The vital energy is prosperous and strong, indicating the birth of a girl. Achievements: The foundation is stable, and someone will help and support. Seeking wealth: One must first spend some money, but later it will be sufficient to repay the initial expenditure. Visiting: Both parties are in harmony, and visiting is beneficial. Illness: There is no serious problem. Loss: Lost items can be recovered. Travel: Traveling far is auspicious. Travelers: Those who have gone out will return soon. Disputes: It is advisable to resolve matters through reconciliation. Warfare: The military will not be at peace.

畢法云：所謀多拙遭羅網，眷屬豐盈居狹宅，尊崇傳內遇三奇。課經云：亥子丑，亦名潤下格。生干脫支，應人口豐隆，而屋舍窄狹，切不可遷居寬廣，反生災咎。此造化使然，不可逆也。指掌賦云：若順連茹亥將順行，亥子丑為龍潛，陽光在下，空懷寶以迷邦。神將論曰：青龍財喜，多主亨通，飛天在巳，君子孟動。太陰在戌，繡衣主婚。

The "Bifa Fu" cites three lines: "Plans often lead to clumsiness and fall into a net," meaning that acting against reason and making reckless demands leads one into entanglements; "Relatives are numerous but living in a narrow house," meaning that the family is large but the dwelling is cramped; "Honour and prestige are encountered with the Three Marvels," meaning that if the three transmissions include the Three Marvels, one will attain high status. The "Ke Jing" says: When Hai, Zi, and Chou are connected, it is called "Runxia Ge," also known as the "Moistening Down Pattern." It generates and supports the day stem while draining and releasing the day branch, indicating a thriving population but narrow housing. At this time, one must not move to a spacious residence, or else invite misfortune. This is the way of nature, which should not be defied. The "Zhipang Fu" says: If the three transmissions are in sequence and Hai is moving in the correct direction, then Hai, Zi, and Chou are called "Long Qian," with yang energy still dominant below, like holding treasures without realizing it, causing the state to lose its way. The "Shen Jiang Lun" says: The Azure Dragon is a favorable general associated with wealth and joy, often indicating smooth sailing; the Flying Heaven deity is in Si, urging the gentleman to take action; Tai Yin is in Xu, indicating that a nobleman dressed in embroidered robes will handle the marriage affairs.

課體：伏吟，斬關，元胎。課義：財祿長生，傳內俱逢，居家昏暗，閉口不寧。

"Hidden Chant" refers to when the Month General and the time of divination are the same, and the Heaven Plate remains fixed over the Earth Plate, indicating a situation that is static and not active. "Cutting the Gate" occurs when the Tiangang (Chen) is placed on the Day Stem, suggesting an image of breaking through a barrier. "Original Fetus" means that the three transmissions contain the essence of a fetus, indicating that matters are in the process of development and renewal. The lesson states: the wealth god Shen (申), the禄 god Si (巳), and the Growth (长生)寅 are all within the three transmissions of the propitious fire (丙火); however, the day's墓 (womb)戌 soil covers the stem and branch, causing domestic darkness and confusion; Si is at the end of the ten-day cycle, and it hides the癸 water to form "closed mouth," so although one possesses great fortune, the mind remains unsettled.

解曰：巳為祿，申為財，寅為長生，俱在三傳之內，是不待外求，可以坐享矣。但戌為丙之墓，而臨干支上，支為宅，所以居家昏暗也。巳乃旬尾，遁癸為閉口，夫閉口之祿，豈能安享而無事哉。閉口在干，總要慎爾話言，始獲安吉。凡祿神作閉口，大不利於占病，不必旬尾加旬首也。

Si is the禄神 of Bing fire, Shen is the财神 of Bing fire, and Yin is the Growth of Bing fire; all three are located within the three transmissions, so there is no need to seek outside; one can enjoy them while sitting. However, Xu is the Storage of Bing fire, now lying over the day stem and day branch. The day branch represents the house, so the home appears dark and stagnant. Si is precisely at the end of a ten-day period, with the heavenly stem Gui water emerging above it, forming the 'closed mouth' pattern. A禄 that is sealed cannot be enjoyed safely without incident. When 'closed mouth' falls on the day stem, one must be cautious with speech to ensure safety. Generally, when the禄神 becomes 'closed mouth', it is particularly unfavorable for matters related to illness, and it does not necessarily require the end of a ten-day period to be placed at the beginning of another ten-day period to count.

斷曰：自任之卦，乃天地閉塞，四伏未發之象，又名斬關。雖無丁神，靜中亦有動機矣。凡丙日伏吟皆吉。緣三傳俱為喜神，但巳火克申，申金克木，遞克之課，不免眾人欺凌耳。

Total interpretation: On a yang day, a Hidden Chant is called 'self-reliance', representing a situation where heaven and earth are closed off, and forces are hidden and not yet active, also known as 'cutting off the gate'. Although the active丁神 is not visible in the divination, there is already a hidden motive within stillness. Generally, on a丙 day encountering Hidden Chant is mostly favorable, because the three transmissions are巳, 申, and 寅, which are all favorable spirits for 丙 fire. However, the fire in巳 is capable of overcoming the metal in申, and the metal in申 is capable of overcoming the wood in寅, forming a cycle of mutual overcoming, which inevitably leads to being bullied by others.

天時：青龍入墓，無雨。家宅：祖業甚好，靜以守之，自享安閒之福，若強動則不宜。功名：三傳遞克外任，恐上司參，京官恐言官劾。求財：甚得利益，小有驚疑虛耗。謁貴：不宜。

Heavenly timing: The Azure Dragon, which governs rain, has fallen into the墓 (grave), so there will be no rain. Family home: The property inherited from ancestors is good, so it is advisable to remain quiet and keep it, thus enjoying a peaceful and prosperous life; any forced action would be inauspicious. Achievements: The three transmissions are in a cycle of mutual control, so officials stationed outside the capital may be accused by their superiors, while those in the capital may be criticized by officials who speak on matters. Seeking wealth: There will be substantial gains, but there will be some doubts and unnecessary losses in the process. Seeking officials: It is not advisable to go and pay homage.

婚姻：天后居宅，能主中饋，性甚貞靜，可以成婚，且多婢媵。胎產：孕男，但支為墓神，難產。疾病：久病不吉，宜祈禳。失脫：閉口，恐無人肯言。出行：丁馬不動，不能行走。行人：近者即至。兵戰：為客者勝。墳墓：緊簇得氣，當挨右點穴。

Marriage: The Heavenly Empress, who governs women, has the Heavenly General stationed at the residence. The wife can manage the household's food and internal affairs, and her nature is very chaste and quiet. This marriage can be successful, and there will be many servants and concubines. Childbirth: The child is a boy, but the day branch is the Tomb Spirit (mound spirit), making childbirth difficult. Illness: A long-term illness is not auspicious; it is advisable to pray and perform rituals for relief. Loss or theft: The divination shows a closed mouth, so it is likely that no one will be willing to identify the missing item. Travel: The丁神 (God of the Fourth) and the Post-horse (post-horse) are not active, so travel is not possible. A traveler: Someone from a nearby place will arrive soon. Warfare: The attacking army, which is the guest army, will win. Graves: The mountain shape is compact and gathers energy; the burial site should be slightly to the right.

畢法云：三傳遞克眾人欺，賓主不投刑在上。玉成歌云：伏吟舉動心無遂，剛主行人到戶庭。又云：天空立用事無憑，前帶勾陳勾引情。

The "Bifa Fu" says: "Three transmissions successively controlling each other, people will deceive and bully." When the three transmissions successively control each other, it indicates that one will be constantly bullied by others. "The host and guest do not harmonize, punishment is above." When the day stem and the day branch are controlled by the upper god, it indicates that the host and guest are not in harmony. The "Yucheng Ge" says: In a Hidden Chant chart, any action will not be satisfactory, and the strong and stubborn appearance indicates that someone who has gone out will return home. It also says: When Tiankong initiates the transmission, things have no basis, and if it is preceded by Gouchen, there will be someone who mediates and brings influence.

課體：元首，退茹，斬關。課義：退入生鄉，進之亦強，壬辰在上，守之見殃。

"The 'Original Head,' in the Four Lessons, there is only one instance where the superior god overcomes the inferior god, and this is used as the Initiating Transmission, meaning the matter originates from above, being open and upright; 'Retreating and Eating,' refers to the Three Transmissions moving in reverse order of the Earthly Branches, from Chen to Mao to Yin; 'Cutting the Gate,' still refers to the Tiangang (Chen) Earth added to the Day Stem. The meaning of the lesson says: going backward to Zi and Hai, those are the lands of growth for wood; moving forward into Si and Wu, those are the flourishing periods for Bing Fire, so neither advancing nor retreating is weak. However, the Chen Earth on the Day Stem has hidden out the Ren Water, becoming the ghost trigram for Bing Fire, and if it remains stagnant here, calamity will be seen."

解曰：退連茹，則宜退矣。然退而入於子亥，則為全木之生鄉。進而入於巳午，則為丙干之旺氣，所以進之亦強也。至於干上之辰為脫氣，遁為壬鬼，雖乘青龍吉神，而孟守此脫鬼，有不見殃者乎。不如更進一步，就於德祿之地，而食其旺氣，乃可以安堵而無恙也。

The three transmissions are in reverse order and connected, which according to principle should retreat backwards. However, retreating to Zi and Hai, those are the places where the wood energy of the three transmissions has its growth; advancing to Si and Wu, those are the places where Bing fire is strong. Therefore, moving forward is equally powerful. As for the day stem's Chen earth, it itself weakens the Bing fire energy, and the hidden heavenly stem is Ren water, which is the ghost of Bing fire. Even though it is riding on the Azure Dragon, a favorable general, persisting in this position that both weakens and brings ghosts, how can it avoid disaster? It would be better to take another step forward, to the place where the virtue god and the fortune god are, to receive that strong energy, thus being safe and free from illness.

斷曰：元首之卦，傳名退茹，似乎退易而進難，卻宜進多而退少。又支干俱生上神，凡事虛費百出，恐有盜失損財之患。幸辰與酉合，託人定為得力。

Overall interpretation: This is a lesson of the supreme ruler, with the three transmissions named "retreating and consuming." It appears that retreating is easy while advancing is difficult, but in reality, one should advance more and retreat less. Moreover, both the day stem and day branch are generating the heavenly stems above them, causing the energy to leak outward. Thus, all affairs will involve much waste and there is a risk of losing property. Fortunately, the hour of辰 and the hour of酉 form the Liu He, meaning that when asking someone to do a favor, they will certainly be helpful.

天時：有雨有風，雨後即晴。家宅：人亦和平，但內外洩氣。功名：辰雖官墓，而戌能沖之，遁壬透出，功名遠大，若歲月建辰尤妙。求財：支上酉財，干卯沖之難獲。婚姻：中吉。胎產：男喜，易養。謁貴：可見。求謀：可成。疾病：肺經有病，人病相合，未能脫體，五月不妨。出行：水陸皆通。行人：可至。兵戰：游都白虎居中傳，恐有劫營偷寨之事，辰與酉合，宜講信修睦為上。墳墓：發財之地。

Heavenly conditions: There will be both rain and wind, and after the rain clears, the weather will become sunny. Family affairs: The family is still harmonious, but there is a loss of energy both inside and outside. Career: Although the hour of Chen is the storage place for official stars, the hour of Xu comes to break it open, and the hidden stem of Ren water appears, becoming an official star, so there is hope for great achievements in career; if the master year or month builder is also Chen, it will be even more remarkable. Seeking wealth: The metal of You in the day branch is originally the wealth element, but it is attacked by the wood of Mao in the day stem, so wealth is difficult to obtain. Marriage: Moderately auspicious. Pregnancy: A joy of having a son, who is easy to raise. Seeking officials: One can meet officials. Seeking plans: Affairs can be accomplished. Illness: There is illness in the lung meridian, and the person and the illness are in harmony, so one cannot get out of it for a while, but it will be fine by May. Traveling: Both water and land routes are passable. Travelers: Those who have gone out can reach their destinations. Military conflicts: The two Inauspicious Spirit White Tiger and You are in the middle transmission, so there may be incidents of attacking camps and stealing camps; since Chen and You are in harmony, it is better to focus on keeping faith and making peace with neighbors. Tombs: It is a place that can bring wealth.

畢法云：屋宅寬廣致人衰。指掌賦云：卯寅丑聯芳悔吝，須知否極泰來。纂義云：六害無情事未寧，全憑陰騭兩相成。秘要云：勾陳加卯，須防公擾。

The "Bi Fa Fu" says: "A spacious house leads to decline of people." A dwelling that is too vast may actually cause a decrease in family members. The "Zhi Zhang Fu" says: The branches of卯, 寅, and 丑 follow each other in reverse order, and there is often regret and stinginess in between, but one should know that after hardship comes ease. The "Zuan Yi" says: When the Earthly Branches are in mutual harm, they lack affection for each other, and affairs find it hard to be peaceful; only through the accumulation of Yin Virtue can both sides be reconciled. The "Mi Yao" says: When Gou Chen is placed over 卯, there is a need to beware of disturbances from government authorities.

課體：重審，間傳。課義：交車六合，我豐彼乏，二貴相投，事恐廢業。

"The intermediate transmission" refers to the three transmissions advancing by skipping one position, indicating that matters will encounter obstacles and be unable to proceed directly. The meaning of the lesson states: the heavenly stem above the day stem and the heavenly stem above the day branch mutually cross and combine, which is called "crossing car Liu He"; after the combination, my side becomes abundant while the other side becomes deficient. The two noblemen of day and night also combine and form a water pattern entering the transmission, causing the official ghost to become excessively strong, and previous endeavors may therefore be abandoned.

解曰：干上卯與戌合，支上申與巳合，干得卯之生，支被申之脫，則交合之後，必我豐而彼乏矣。晝貴亥水，酉又投其家，合而為水以入傳，則官鬼太旺，所以剋制我者深矣。往時之業，得毋廢弛而不振乎。然在仕宦占之，反為吉象也。

The stem on the day, Bing fire, is supported by the卯 wood, while the branch on the day, 戌 earth, is weakened by the申 metal. The two pairs of stems and branches combine with each other, so it is called crossing vehicles. The day stem Bing fire is nourished by the卯 wood, but the day branch 戌 earth is drained by the申 metal. Therefore, after the combination, my side becomes abundant while the other side becomes deficient. In a daytime divination, the nobleman is located in亥 water, and the酉 metal joins the home of亥, combining to form water and entering the three transmissions. This water then strongly restrains the Bing fire, making the official ghost too strong and thus deeply suppressing my strength. Previously operated businesses are likely to be abandoned and fall into decline. However, if a person in official position makes the divination, the strong official ghost is actually a favorable sign.

斷曰：重審之卦，事從內起，咎由女人，又三傳間進，有阻隔之象。所喜干上神生日，凡百謀為，俱有當然而然，不慮而獲之應。但事有隔手，不能直遂耳。

Overall interpretation: This is a review lesson, indicating that the matter originates internally, with the fault lying with a woman. The three transmissions progress with intervals, suggesting an obstructive situation. Fortunately, the stem of the day is supported by the heavenly stem above it, meaning that any plans are likely to succeed smoothly without the need for deliberate calculation. However, the process of handling affairs is always mediated by an intermediary, preventing a direct and immediate outcome.

天時：龍不出現，主晴。家宅：人旺宅窄，可以發財；或有貴人接引。功名：幕貴出現，占試必中。求財：財與干合，求之必得，但不無費心。謁貴：晝占相合，夜占相悖。婚姻：可成，且旺夫益子。

Heavenly Conditions: The Azure Dragon does not appear, indicating clear weather. Family: The household is prosperous with many people but the house is small, which can lead to wealth, or there may be a nobleman who recommends you. Achievements: A hidden nobleman becomes visible, indicating success in exams. Seeking Wealth: The wealth element harmonizes with the day stem, so wealth can be obtained, though some effort is required. Seeking a Nobleman: If divined during the day, both sides harmonize; if at night, they conflict. Marriage: The marriage can be successful, and the wife will benefit her husband and bring children.

胎產：孕女難產。疾病：心經受病，需求東方醫人治之則吉。求謀：上神生日，所謀百事皆吉。出行：臺土當門，出行有阻。行人：立至。失脫：急捕則獲。兵戰：彼此相持，不能取勝。

Conception and childbirth: The child is a girl, and the delivery will be difficult. Disease: Illness affects the heart meridian; one must seek a doctor from the east to see good results. Seeking business: The heavenly stem on the day supports the day stem, so all affairs will proceed smoothly. Travel: The earth deity is blocking the entrance and door, causing obstacles when going out. A traveler: Will arrive immediately. Loss or theft: If you chase quickly, you can capture the person. Warfare: Both sides are at a stalemate, neither can gain victory.

畢法云：晝夜貴加求兩貴，六陰相繼盡昏迷。觀月經云：丑上乘朱雀，須言舉薦人。纂義云：丙日得雀貴勾，主有貴人勾留接引之意，常占則不吉也。指掌賦云：丑亥酉為極陰，如月隱西山。

The "Bifa Fu" says: "Day and night, the nobleman should be combined with two noblemen," meaning that both the day nobleman and the night nobleman should be present, indicating that one can entrust two noblemen when seeking help from others. "Six yin consecutively lead to confusion," meaning that when a series of yin spirits are connected, affairs become obscure and unclear. The "Guan Jing Xue" says: if the branch You is occupied by the Vermilion Bird, it is appropriate to discuss matters concerning recommenders. The "Zuanyi" says: on a Bing day, if the Vermilion Bird, nobleman, and Gou Chen are all present, it indicates that there is an intention of being recommended or retained by a nobleman; however, if a common person seeks divination, it is inauspicious. The "Zhipang Fu" says: the branches You, Hai, and You are called "extreme yin," similar to the moon sinking into the western mountain.

課體：蒿矢，元胎。課義：晝貴蒿矢，告之委靡，生氣臨身，宅中自毀。

"Hao Shi" is a type of remoterestrain lesson: in the four lessons, there is no direct conflict between upper and lower, but the god in the upper lesson remotely克 the day stem and initiates the transmission. Its power is like a arrow made of reed grass, resulting in light fortune or misfortune. The lesson meaning says: if divined in the day, the nobleman亥 water serves as Hao Shi initiating the transmission. This nobleman is weak, and seeking help from him is useless; the long life寅 wood is present on the day stem and generates the fire丙, indicating that people and descendants will be prosperous; however, the house戌 and 未 are in conflict, leading to inevitable damage within the family.

解曰：亥貴臨寅被脫，而又為蒿矢發用，則貴人委靡無力而不可告也。寅木臨身而生丙火，則人丁之旺可知。惜乎支上戌未相刑，宅中豈能無拆毀之患乎。長生臨干，官星祿馬俱動，若遇旺相，仕宦大利。

The water of Hai is joined by the nobleman, but its energy is drained by the wood of Yin. It also serves as the initiating transmission of the蒿矢, indicating that this nobleman is weak and ineffective. The wood of Yin is positioned over the day stem and generates the fire of Bing, showing that the people and descendants are strong. Unfortunately, the day branch of Xu earth is in conflict with the earth above it, Wei earth, leading to the possibility of destruction within the house. The long growth is located on the day stem, with the official star,禄神, and the post-horse all being activated. If this occurs during a prosperous and strong period, it would greatly benefit those in official positions.

斷曰：蒿矢之卦，禍福俱輕，然得申金亦能為害，須防口舌從西南來。又元胎有隱伏之象。事主遠而多暗，常有憂心。雖可創新，終宜守舊。

Overall interpretation: The fortune of this divination is neither greatly auspicious nor greatly inauspicious. However, since the transmission includes the metal of Shen, it may still cause harm. One should be cautious of disputes and gossip coming from the southwest direction. Also, the original embryo carries an image of concealment, indicating that the matter involved is distant and obscure, often causing worry. Although one might attempt to start anew, it is ultimately better to stick to the old ways.

天時：主有雨，若冬占必主下雪。家宅：人丁興旺，宅居破損，改造修茸之則吉。功名：官文兩旺，城吏俱見，祿馬兼全，功名遠大之象，夜占更妙。求財：遠來之財，或陰親外戚之資，晝占有虛耗。婚姻：寅與亥合，申與巳合，一團和氣，必成。謁貴：和合得意。

Heavenly Time: Indicates rain, if it is divined in winter, it definitely indicates snow. Family Affairs: The family is prosperous with many people, but the house is in disrepair; if it is repaired and renovated, it will be auspicious. Official Rank: The official star and文书 (documents) are both strong, the city god and officials' god appear, and the禄神 (favorable god for official rank) and The Post-horse (post-horse) are complete, indicating great success in official rank; divining at night is even better. Seeking Wealth: Wealth comes from afar, or from distant relatives and in-laws; if divined in the daytime, there will be losses. Marriage: The combination of寅 (Tiger) and亥 (Pig) and the combination of申 (Monkey) and巳 (Snake) indicate harmony and unity, and the marriage will certainly be successful. Seeking Officials: Mutual harmony and compatibility, leading to satisfaction and success.

胎產：孕男難育。求謀：上神生日，百事皆成。疾病：舊病重發，出外遇災；若年命上得丑，醫之即愈。官訟：理正，問官見恤，不憂刑傷。出行：丁馬俱動，青龍在傳，陸行萬里。行人：在中途。兵戰：防敵人暗出奇兵。

Fetus and childbirth: The child is a boy, but it is difficult to raise him up. Seeking success: The superior deity generates and supports the day stem, so all matters can be accomplished. Disease: An old illness recurs, and if one is away from home, there will be misfortune; if the person's destiny is supported by the earth ox, then after treatment, the illness will be cured. Legal disputes: The case is just, and the judge shows mercy, so there is no need to worry about being punished. Travel: The spirit of the day and the post-horse are both activated, and the azure dragon is in the three transmissions, so traveling by land is feasible for a long distance. A traveler: Still on the way. Military conflict: Be cautious of the enemy launching a surprise attack secretly.

畢法云：鬼乘天乙乃神祇。課經云：巳加申乃祿神閉口，占病有失音之患，或痰厥不納飲食，或口禁咽腫至於絕粒，占食祿者亦忌。秘要云：寅加巳，夜占乘龍，若逢生氣，將來必然發福。

The "Bifa Fu" says: "Ghost riding the Heavenly Stem Yi is a divine being," meaning that when the official ghost is accompanied by a nobleman, it incurs the taboo of the divine. The "Ke Jing" states that when巳 is placed over申, the禄神 (fate god) is closed-mouthed, which in divination for illness indicates loss of voice, or obstruction of qi leading to fainting, inability to eat, locked jaw, throat inflammation, and even complete inability to take in food; this pattern is also considered unfavorable for those seeking official positions orofficial stipend (salary). The "Mi Yao" says: when寅 is placed over巳, and if it occurs at night with the Azure Dragon, and also meets the life qi, it is certain to bring future success.

課體：彈射，從革。課義：將助財業，盡得盡失，縱取歸家，如湯沃雪。

"Dan She" is also a type of remoterestrain (restraining) in divination, contrasting with "Hao Shi": it refers to the day stem remotely restraining the god in the lesson and initiating the transmission, like a projectile shooting at an object; the fortune and misfortune are similarly minor. "Cong Ge" refers to the three transmissions Si, You, and Chou forming a metal trinity, and the metal nature follows the principle of transformation. The lesson's meaning states: the heavenly general assists in forming the metal trinity in the three transmissions; originally all are my wealth, yet I gain and lose it equally. Even if I bring the wealth home, it is like hot water poured on snow, melting away in an instant.

解曰：夜將貴常勾純土，助起三傳之金，不為無益矣。然丙得傳金，卻被天將脫去，是一得之中，又有失也。挈財歸家，而支上寅午戌會成火局，以消其財。又宅上午為羊刃，晝乘白虎，夜乘元武，其失脫耗費之象，非如湯之沃雪乎。諺所謂左手接來，右手去者是也。

For night activities, the heavenly generals are the Nobleman, Tai Chang, and Gou Chen, all belonging to the earth element. Earth supports the metal in the three transmissions, so it cannot be said there is no benefit. However, the fire in the transmission is assisted by the metal, which is then drained by the heavenly generals. In this gain, there is also a loss. After great effort to bring the wealth home, the day branch Yin-Wu-Xu forms a fire trinity, melting away the wealth completely. Moreover, the fire in the house is the Yangren, which in the day is supported by the White Tiger and at night by the Black Tortoise, showing a pattern of loss and expenditure, just like boiling water poured on snow. The common saying that "the left hand receives it, but the right hand sends it away" describes exactly this situation.

斷曰：彈射之課，得土為有丸，雖能擊人，其禍福猶小。惟干上成金局，支上成火局，以火爍金，不免宅旺而人衰也。卻喜午乘旬空，雖晝夜元虎臨之，猶或有未消之財，歸我囊橐也。格名從革，凡事不防因舊增新。

Overall interpretation: A shooting lesson requires earth in order for the bow and arrow to be complete, so that it can hit a person, but the fortune and misfortune involved are not great. However, if the day stem forms a metal formation and the day branch forms a fire formation, the fire will consume the metal, leading to a flourishing house but a decline in population. Fortunately, the fire of the fifth hour is in the empty period, so even though the white tiger and black tortoise are present day and night, perhaps some remaining wealth can still be retained. This formation is called "From Reform," so in all matters, it is advisable to follow the existing foundation and add something new.

天時：風雨不久，雲開日見。家宅：劫財既多，虛耗百出，所得不足以償所失。功名：難得。求財：財亦成局，到家消盡。婚姻：龍后不現，不成婚姻。胎產：女喜，難產。疾病：肺經受病，日醫臨干，求治可愈，伏尸為災，祈禱則吉。出行：宜從陸路，出外受益。行人：未歸。兵戰：堅陳以待之，毋貪金貨財寶。

Heavenly Conditions: Rain and wind will not last long; once the clouds clear, the sun will appear. Family Home: There are many spirits that take away property, causing constant losses; what is gained is not enough to compensate for what is lost. Achievements: It is difficult to attain success. Wealth: Although the wealth element may form a favorable combination, it will be completely consumed once it reaches home. Marriage: Neither the Azure Dragon nor the Heavenly Empress appears, so the marriage will not succeed. Pregnancy and Childbirth: There is joy in having a daughter, but childbirth will be difficult. Illness: The lung meridian is affected; the deity of medicine is present on the day stem, so seeking medical treatment will lead to recovery; if it is a ghostly presence causing trouble, prayer will bring good fortune. Travel: It is advisable to travel by land, as one will benefit from being away. Traveler: The traveler has not yet returned. Warfare: One should hold the position and wait, without seeking wealth or treasure.

畢法云：傳財太旺反財虧。通神集云：祿作閉口，不利占病，不必旬尾加旬首也。指掌賦云：酉巳丑為操會，已過受時豈失宜。

The "Bi Fa Fu" says: "If the wealth transmission is too strong, it leads to loss of wealth." When the three transmissions have excessive wealth energy, it results in financial loss. The "Tong Shen Ji" states: When the禄神 becomes a closed mouth, it is unfavorable for illness divination, and it is not necessarily required for the旬尾 to be placed at the旬首. The "Zhi Zhang Fu" mentions: When酉, 巳, and 丑 are connected in reverse order, it is called "Cao Hui." Although the opportunity has been missed, the benefit may still come later, and it does not necessarily indicate an inauspicious situation.

課體：知一，四絕，不備。課義：並來克身，甘分昏沉，祿既閉口，病托食歆。

"Zhi Yi" refers to the method of using the lesson, where among the four lessons there are two instances of the same type of overcoming, and the lesson that shares the same yin-yang with the day stem is selected for use, hence the name "choosing one to use"; "Si Jue" means both the heavenly stems and earthly branches are in the state of absolute decline; "Bu Bei" means the four lessons are not complete, with the yang lessons missing on a yang day. The meaning of the lesson states: water ghosts come together to overcome my body, so I can only accept this state of confusion; the禄神 (lucky god) has already become silent, and those who divinate about illness are mostly due to excessive desire for food and drink.

解曰：子水臨干發用，並來克身。而丙投戌墓，是自己甘心以受昏沉也。巳祿遁癸，既為閉口，上乘太常，若占病必因多食貪味，以致不起也。子水克丙火為鬼，中傳未能制之，則為救神，不得以脫氣視之矣。末傳寅為丙火之長生，所謂引鬼為生也。然臨未上，旦合夜龍，是天將與地神俱隨入墓。雖屬生氣，亦為無用矣，占病大忌。

The water of Zi is placed on the day stem and initiates the transmission, coming together to overcome me. The fire of Bing is entering the storage of Xu earth, which is like willingly accepting this state of confusion and stagnation. Si is the禄 of Bing fire, and the hidden癸 water above has formed a closed mouth, further riding on Tai Chang, the heavenly general in charge of food. If this is about illness, it must be due to overeating and indulgence leading to a fatal illness. The water of Zi overcoming fire is the official ghost of Bing fire; the middle transmission of Wei earth can control the water of Zi, so it should be regarded as a saving deity, not merely as a deity that disperses energy. The final transmission of Yin wood is the long life of Bing fire, which is exactly what is meant by attracting the ghost to nourish me. However, Yin wood is placed on top of Wei earth. During the day it rides on Liu He, and at night it rides on Qing Long. The heavenly generals and earth deities together enter the storage, although it is life energy, it becomes ineffective. This pattern is especially dangerous in divination for illness.

斷曰：知一之課，陽神不備，事起同類，愁由恩生。凡事狐疑不定，五行入墓，止宜結絕舊事。

Overall interpretation: This is a Zhishi lesson, but the Yang lesson is incomplete. The matter originates from peers or similar people, and worries arise from kindness. Matters are doubtful and uncertain, with all five phases entering their graves. It is only suitable to conclude old matters.

天時：主晴。家宅：三傳遞克傷干，遲滯未達，每事不能稱心。功名：官文俱不得力，勞而無功。求財：不得。謁貴：恐反被貴人欺。婚姻：不吉。胎產：男孕，多病難產。疾病：先凶，後漸平復，久病可憂。出行：所謀未遂，不能離家。行人：即日可歸。失脫：可獲。兵戰：進退俱難，宜出奇以勝之。墳葬：青龍甚旺，吉地可葬。

Heavenly Conditions: Favorable for clear weather. Home: The three transmissions turn against each other and injure the day stem, causing delays in all matters and dissatisfaction in everything. Achievements: Officials and documents are ineffective, resulting in labor without success. Seeking Wealth: Unable to obtain wealth. Seeking Nobleman: Likely to be insulted by the nobleman. Marriage: Unfavorable. Pregnancy: Expecting a boy, who is sickly and may have a difficult delivery. Disease: Initially dangerous, but gradually improves; long-term illness is concerning. Travel: Plans are not realized, and leaving home is unavoidable. Traveler: Will return the same day. Lost Items: Lost items can be found. Warfare: In a difficult position, suitable for an unexpected strategy. Burial: The Azure Dragon is strong, indicating a favorable place for burial.

畢法云：權攝不正祿臨支，不行傳者考初時。占驗：五月申將加丑占女病，曰：胎鬼發用，血忌加支，必胎產所致。不備主脈息虛弱，冬月不保。問本地安否，曰：賊符加干支，必有兵警。幸干神生支，可無破城之虞。又問考試，曰：科舉必取，省試不中，後皆驗。

The "Bi Fa Fu" says: "The authority is not properly held, and the official rank falls on the day branch," meaning that the official rank god is located on the day branch, like taking over someone else's affairs, with improper status; "if there is no transmission, examine the initial transmission and the time of divination," meaning that if the course does not initiate a transmission, one should focus on the first transmission and the time of divination. A case of divination is attached: in the fifth month, using the Sheng general added to the Chou branch to divinate a woman's illness, it was predicted that the fetal god and the official ghost initiated the transmission, and the blood taboo also fell on the day branch, indicating that the illness must be caused by pregnancy; since the four lessons are not complete, it indicates weak pulse and breath, and by winter she will not survive. Another question was asked about the safety of the local area, and it was predicted that the thief symbol fell on the heavenly stem and earthly branch, indicating there will certainly be military incidents and alarms; fortunately, the heavenly stem's god was born on the day branch, so there will be no fear of the city being destroyed. Another question was asked about an examination, and it was predicted that the local examination will definitely pass, but the provincial examination will not, and later all predictions were verified.

課體：反吟，元胎，斬關。課義：三傳閉口，壬虎夜走，進退俱難，人傷宅朽。

"Reverse Chant" refers to when the Heaven Plate and Earth Plate combine to form the Six Clashes, indicating that affairs will be fluctuating and unstable, with no clear direction. The meaning of the divination suggests that all three transmissions encountered are of the closed mouth pattern; the escaping壬 water is accompanied by the White Tiger, and the malevolent spirits are active at night. Moving forward leads to the closed mouth, while retreating leads to the White Tiger and ghostly spirits, making it difficult to advance or retreat. The outcome is injury to people and decay of the dwelling.

解曰：丙祿在巳，巳乃旬尾發用，是閉口祿也。辰為食神，晝夜天將，俱乘白虎。天干遁壬，為丙之鬼，臨於宅上，人烏得不傷，宅烏得不朽。進而趨傳，而巳為閉口。退而入宅，而辰為虎鬼。進退之際，不亦難哉。天罡乘虎臨戌，占宅主西有破窯。雀作日鬼加干，朝官防有彈章責黜。

The禄 of Bing fire is in Si, and Si is the end of the ten-day period and serves as the initiating transmission, thus it is a closed禄. Chen is the food god of Bing fire, and regardless of day or night divination, the heavenly general is the White Tiger. The heavenly stem emerges as Ren water, which is the official ghost of Bing fire, and it is placed on the position of the residence, so how can a person not be harmed and the house not decay? Moving forward to the three transmissions, Si is closed; moving backward to the residence, Chen is the ghost accompanied by the White Tiger. Between advancing and retreating, is it not difficult? The Tiangang Chen earth rides the White Tiger and is placed on Xu, indicating that there is a broken kiln to the west of the residence. The Vermilion Bird serves as the official ghost of the day stem and is placed on the day stem, so officials in office should beware of impeachment and demotion.

斷曰：反吟之卦，往來無依。加以元胎斬關，動而又動，遠近繫懷之象。又干上克干，支上墓支，干支上全逢自刑，止宜告貴結絕舊事，所謂干支值絕凡謀決也。

Total interpretation: Reverse chant divination indicates lack of support in both directions, compounded by the presence of the original embryo and the cutting gate, leading to continuous movement and concern about both near and distant matters. Additionally, the heavenly stem of the day is being attacked by the heavenly stem above it, and the earthly branch of the day is in its storage position. Both the heavenly and earthly stems are involved in self-punishment. It is advisable to seek the help of a nobleman and resolve old matters. This is referred to as the heavenly and earthly stems meeting at their end, and any plans should be decided upon promptly.

天時：風雨交加，電掣雷聲。家宅：門戶蕭條，訟病相連，且多孝服哭泣之事。功名：朱克祿閉，恐不久任。求財：宜空手問利，亦不能多得。謁貴：恐不得貴人意。婚姻：不必成。

Heavenly Conditions: Rain and wind are combined, with lightning and thunder. Family Home: The courtyard is cold and deserted, with continuous lawsuits and diseases, and there are also many occasions of wearing mourning clothes and weeping. Official Rank: The Vermilion Bird comes to overcome, and the禄神 is closed-mouthed, so it is likely that the position cannot be held for long. Seeking Wealth: It is suitable to go empty-handed to inquire about profitable paths, but not much can be obtained. Seeking the Nobleman: It is likely that it will not meet the Nobleman's mind. Marriage: There is no need to proceed with it.

胎產：或主生男，然非成家之子。疾病：腎水受傷，不能飲食，久病難醫，新病宜服藥祈神。爭訟：官不肯休。出行：囊橐無資，有貴人提攜可行。行人：已起身，尚不能即到。兵戰：相持日久，軍中恐有庚癸之呼。墳葬：白虎重疊，防人口不安。

Childbirth: Perhaps a son will be born, but he may not be able to support the family. Disease: Kidney water is damaged, appetite is lost, chronic illness is difficult to cure, and new illness should be treated with medicine while also praying to the gods. Disputes: The judge will not give up. Travel: There is no money, and only with the help of a nobleman can the journey be completed. Traveler: Already on the way, but will not arrive soon. Warfare: A prolonged stalemate, and there may be complaints of lack of food and water in the army. Burial: White Tiger appears repeatedly, beware of family unrest.

畢法云：鬼乘天乙乃神祇，虎乘遁鬼殃非淺。秘要云：亥子加巳午剋日，占病必係寒熱往來，或虛癆之症。照膽秘訣云：天傾西北日月隨，地陷東南江海歸；巳亥中間常缺欠，重求輕得告君知。

The "Bifa Fu" says: "If the ghost is riding on the heavenly stem, it is a divine being," meaning that if the official ghost is riding on the nobleman, the offense involves the divine; "If the white tiger rides on the hidden ghost, the calamity is not shallow," meaning that if the white tiger is combined with the hidden ghost, the disaster is severe. The "Miyao" says: When the亥 and 子 branches are placed over the巳 and 午 branches, they come to attack the day stem, and if one is divining illness, it must be a condition of alternating chills and fever, or a syndrome of deficiency and fatigue. The "Zhaochan Mijue" says: The sky tilts toward the northwest, and the sun and moon follow accordingly; the earth sinks toward the southeast, and rivers and seas flow accordingly. Between the巳 and 亥 branches, there is often a deficiency, and the effort required is great while the result obtained is slight.

課體：知一，斬關，不備。課義：兩蛇夾墓；抱石而渡，采葛尋根，申加卯故。

The lesson pattern remains as "Zhi Yi" and "Zhang Guan" with the four lessons not fully present. The lesson meaning states: the day stem is buried in the earth at戌, with a Teng Snake on both sides, called "Two Snakes Surrounding the Buried Stem"; the day stem is like carrying a stone while crossing water, the deeper it goes, the heavier it becomes; it is also like a person gathering hemp who follows the vine to its root, with continuous connections—everything arises from the fact that the metal of Shen is placed upon the wood of Mao, linking one after another.

解曰：戌為墓神，來覆日上，兩蛇夾之，災難不能免也。戌來墓丙，丙遂臨子，如抱石而渡，禍更烈矣。采葛尋根者，蓋因申加於卯，卯遂加戌，戌又墓巳，巳又投於子水之中。丙以申為財，因財生禍，一至此哉。

Xu is the tomb god of Bing fire, pressing down upon the day stem. There are also two Teng Snakes flanking it, making disaster unavoidable. Xu buries Bing fire, causing it to fall into Zi water, like carrying a stone across a river, leading to even greater calamity. The saying "gathering reed to find the root" refers to the fact that Shen metal is placed on Mao wood, which is on Xu earth, which in turn buries Si fire, which then falls into Zi water, one layer after another. Bing fire takes Shen metal as its wealth, and because of wealth, disaster arises, reaching this extreme.

斷曰：知一之卦，恩中生怨之象。財神入傳墓，非不能取，第恐取之而貽害不小耳。又：巳加子乘空，鍋灶無故自破。四課不備，諸事不能完美。

General interpretation: This is a lesson of knowing one, carrying the meaning of affection turning into resentment. The wealth god enters the墓 (grave) in the three transmissions, not meaning it cannot be obtained, but fearing that after obtaining it, the resulting harm may be significant. Also, the fire of巳 is placed on the water of子 and rides the旬空 (decade void), indicating that the stove may break unexpectedly without cause. The four lessons are not complete, and thus nothing can be accomplished thoroughly.

天時：水升火降，然水神不現，無雨。家宅：凡事昏昧，合中卻有異心，幸財氣有情，猶有一點生意。功名：無望。求財：取之宜慎。婚姻：不吉。胎產：女孕，產時有虛驚。疾病：關隔不通，宜節飲食，以調治之。求謀：凡事不能如意。出行：申居初傳，課名斬關，前途順利。失脫：在近處藏匿，不能遠走，可獲。行人：不數日即到。兵戰：主能勝客，然客有救兵，引去不可追之。

Heavenly Conditions: Water vapor rises and fire vapor descends, but the water deity does not appear, so there will be no rain. Home: All matters are obscure and unclear, with appearances of harmony but hidden intentions; fortunately, the wealth qi is still favorable, leaving a chance for survival. Achievements: No hope. Seeking Wealth: Be cautious in acquiring wealth. Marriage: Unfavorable. Pregnancy: A girl is expected, and there will be a false alarm at the time of childbirth. Illness: The vital organs are blocked, so one should regulate diet for treatment. Seeking Plans: Nothing will go as desired. Travel: The metal of the monkey is in the first transmission, the lesson is called "Cutting the Gate," and the future is smooth. Lost Items: The lost item is near, not far away, and can be recovered. Travelers: Will arrive within a few days. Military Conflict: The home army will win over the visiting army, but the visiting army has another rescue force. When they retreat, do not pursue.

畢法云：兩蛇夾墓凶難免。古鑑：乙丑生人，申年正月子將加未占終身，曰：支來墓日，兩蛇夾住，進退不得。春卯為天地轉殺，太歲逼之，人宅克宅。卯為丙母，六月當死。申為丙妻，臨墓亦加轉殺，上乘六合，妻孕亦死。午作寡婦，羊刃加於本命，丑上旺神既空，至丑年自身亦不善終矣，皆應。

The "Bifa Fu" says: "When two Teng Snakes surround the墓神, misfortune is inevitable." When the Tomb Spirit is trapped between two Teng Snakes, calamity cannot be avoided. The "Gujian" records a case: a person born in the year Yichou, during the first month of the year Shen, used the Zi general to add Wei and predicted his whole life. It was said that the day branch came to the Tomb Spirit and stayed with the day stem, and was fixed by two Teng Snakes, making it impossible to advance or retreat. In spring, the卯 wood is the turning point of heaven and earth, and the sovereign year is pressing down on top. The person is killing the house, and the house is also being killed. The卯 is the mother of the Bing fire, and it dies in June. The申 is the wife of the Bing fire, which is both at the墓 and the turning point, and is covered by the Liu He above. The wife's pregnancy is also lost. The午 fire is a widow, the Yangren is placed on the person's own destiny, and the strong god on the丑 is falling into the Kongwang. By the year丑, the person does not end his life well. Later, everything came true.

課體：重審，從革。課義：夜將助財，唯長上災，虎元加寅，全去其財。

The lesson pattern is a re-examination, and the three transmissions, all belonging to the Si-You-Chou (Metal triad), still form a 'From Reform' metal structure. The lesson meaning says: the heavenly general in the night helps to establish a wealth structure, which is a good thing, but the elders will suffer misfortune; on the day branch, there is寅 wood with the white tiger and black tortoise added, which combines with午 and戌 to form a fire structure, thus consuming all the wealth.

解曰：夜將純土，助起巳酉丑金局。三傳皆作日之財神，財旺則克父，所以憂長上之有災也。支寅又乘元虎，與午戌會成火局，以劫其財，則支上之父母，適所以耗其財也。長上之災，益可卜矣。

The heavenly generals used at night are all of earth nature, assisting the triple harmony of the metal triad Si-You-Chou. All three transmissions are considered as the wealth god of propitious fire, and when wealth becomes strong, it will overcome the parents. Therefore, there is concern about misfortune for the elders. The day branch is寅wood, which is occupied by the black tortoise and white tiger, and combines with午and戌to form a fire formation, thus seizing the wealth. In this way, the parents' god on the day branch becomes the root of wasting wealth. Therefore, the misfortune for the elders can be definitely concluded.

斷曰：重審之卦，以下犯上，局名從革，當舍舊圖新。酉午皆自刑，而寅刑巳，丑刑戌，所為蜜中之砒也。

General interpretation: The "Chong Shen" lesson indicates a situation of subordinates acting against superiors. The three transmissions form a pattern called "Cong Ge," which suggests abandoning the old path and seeking a new way. You and Wu each commit self-punishment, Yin again punishes Si, and Chou again punishes Xu, which is like sweet honey mixed with arsenic.

天時：風多雨少。家宅：財爻成局，費耗亦多；三傳遞生，有人挈扶。功名：官星不現，而財爻成局，有納粟奏名之象。求財：所得者，皆文章官貴之物。謁貴：能得貴人之心，自仗貴人之力。婚姻：財來就我可成。

Heavenly conditions: There is much wind but little rain. Family affairs: The wealth hexagram is formed, indicating much expenditure and loss; the three transmissions generate one another in sequence, suggesting someone will support and help. Achieving fame: The official star does not appear, but the wealth hexagram is formed, indicating the image of obtaining official rank by contributing money and grain. Seeking wealth: What is obtained is related to writings and officials. Seeking the nobleman: One can gain the favor of a nobleman and rely on his strength. Marriage: The wealth hexagram approaches on its own, indicating a successful marriage.

胎產：女孕，產時有不速之客來。疾病：脾家受病，或多飲食之故，醫方甚良，往東南方求之則得。出行：一路平安，宜從早去。行人：客況甚佳，未必歸。失物：家中人盜之。兵戰：不能取勝。

Pregnancy: The child is a girl, and during childbirth there will be unexpected visitors. Disease: The illness is in the spleen, possibly caused by overeating; the medicine is very appropriate, and going to the southeast to seek medical help will allow one to find a doctor. Travel: The journey will be safe, and it is advisable to start early. Traveler: The person away from home is in good condition and may not return. Lost item: It was stolen by a family member. Warfare: Unable to win.

畢法云：兩貴受克難干貴，合中犯煞蜜中砒。占驗：子將加辰，占家宅曰：支干穿心六害，牛馬自傷。午為婦人，又離為目而入墓，主婦人失明。用酉為婢，末傳巳克乘空，乃僕人誑言譖婢。太陰為老婦，酉主血光，埋於丑墓，是老婦血滯遂成癆瘵。丑為山、為田，上乘朱雀，主山地有爭。子為池塘，加辰入墓，池亦有爭也，俱驗。

The *Bi Fa Fu* says: "When two noblemen are attacked, it is hard for the day stem to be honored." If the noblemen in the day and night positions are both attacked, then relying on the nobleman to handle affairs becomes difficult. "When a harmonious combination is attacked by an evil spirit, it is like adding arsenic to honey." When a harmonious combination is attacked by an evil spirit, it is as dangerous as adding arsenic to honey. The attached divination case: using the general at Zi to attack Chen to predict the household situation, the judgment said: the day stem and day branch are in a harmful relationship, causing mutual harm between oxen and horses. The fire at Wu represents the wife, and Wu belongs to Li, which represents the eye. Now it is in a tomb, indicating the wife is blind. The initiating transmission of You metal represents the servant girl, and the final transmission of Si fire attacks it while being in the empty period, indicating the servant girl is falsely accused by the servant. Tai Yin represents the old woman, and You also represents blood, buried in the tomb of Chou soil, indicating the old woman has blood stasis leading to consumption. Chou represents mountain and field, with Zhu Que above, indicating disputes over mountains and fields. Zi represents a pond, and when added to Chen it enters a tomb, indicating disputes over the pond as well—later all these predictions were fulfilled.

課體：重審，元胎。課義：亥臨財氣，反被財制，迤邐育身，丁馬交位。

The lesson says: The water of亥 is placed over the wealth god of申 gold, so I intended to seek wealth but was instead restrained by it; afterwards,申 generates亥,亥 generates寅, and寅 generates丙, a continuous cycle of mutual generation nurtured me; the first transmission is申 gold, which is the post-horse, and the middle transmission is亥 water, which also obtains the spirit of丁, with丁 and the horse interacting, the movement cannot be stopped.

解曰：申為丙之財，亥水臨之以受生，是丙孟取財，而亥乘之以克丙，豈非反被財制乎。既而金能生水，水能生木，木來生丙，迤邐育身，即所謂三傳遞生人舉薦者也。中傳亥遁丁神，初傳申為驛馬，丁馬交馳，其動自不能已矣。仕宦值此，有一歲九遷之兆。

Shen metal is the wealth for Bing fire. Hai water comes upon it and is generated by Shen, which is exactly what Bing fire originally intended to seek wealth. However, Hai water takes advantage of the situation to overcome Bing fire, which seems to be being controlled by wealth. But then metal can generate water, water can generate wood, and wood comes to generate Bing fire, continuing to nourish me throughout the process. This is exactly what is called three transmissions of mutual generation, with someone recommending me. The middle transmission Hai water escapes with Ding spirit, and the first transmission Shen metal is the post-horse. The Ding spirit and the post-horse interact and run together, so the movement cannot stop. Officials encountering this pattern indicate a sign of nine promotions within one year.

斷曰：重審之卦，以下諍上，以地承天之象。元胎發用，事體從新。大約後吉先迍，先難後易也。

General interpretation: This is a lesson of re-examination, representing a situation where someone below advises someone above, symbolizing the earth supporting the heavens. The origin begins with the initiating transmission, indicating that matters will start anew. Generally, there will be initial difficulty followed by good fortune, initial obstacles followed by smooth progress.

天時：先雨後風。家宅：外觀甚美，內少撐持之人，問名覓利俱可，日漸興隆之象。功名：財官雙美，城吏俱全，丁馬皆動，前程萬里。求財：不論多寡大小，無不如意。婚姻：中吉。胎產：女孕難養。疾病：始有憂驚，終卻不妨。失脫：尋之可得。出行：車馬奔馳，萬里可通。行人：馬在初傳，可決即至。逃亡：自歸。兵戰：客勝於主，宜籌先發制人之策。

Heavenly Conditions: It will first rain and then wind will arise. Family Residence: The exterior appears prosperous, but there is a lack of someone to support the household; seeking fame and profit will be successful, indicating a gradually flourishing situation. Achieving Merit: Both wealth and officialdom are favorable, with the city god and officials' god complete, the spirit of people and the post-horse are activated, indicating a future of thousands of miles. Seeking Wealth: Regardless of the amount, there will be no dissatisfaction. Marriage: Moderately auspicious. Pregnancy: The child is a girl, who is difficult to raise. Illness: There is initially some worry and alarm, but in the end there will be no serious problems. Lost Items: Lost things can be found. Travel: Vehicles and horses are moving quickly, with communication possible everywhere. Travelers: The post-horse is in the first transmission, indicating that the traveler will arrive soon. Runaways: The person who ran away will return by themselves. Warfare: The guest army will defeat the host army; it is suitable to plan a preemptive strategy.

畢法云：三傳遞生人薦舉。精蘊：四月申將巳時占前程，曰：申為相氣，財乘六合為用。中傳官貴登於天門，主以財納官，考授京職。末傳父母乘元，發財發身。三傳遞生，必有上人提挈。為子求官，亦不免用財取貴。支上丑為天喜，主妻懷孕。

The "Bifa Fu" states: "Three transmissions successively generate and support each other, indicating someone will recommend a person." Three transmissions that successively generate and support each other indicate that someone will recommend a person. The "Jingyun" records: in the fourth month, using the hour of巳 in the day of申, predicting the future, it says: the metal of申 is in its season, the wealth god rides the Liu He and initiates the transmission; the official and noble in the middle transmission ascend the heavenly gate, indicating obtaining an official position through wealth contributions, and after examination, being appointed to a position in the capital; the parent's yao in the final transmission rides the Black Tortoise, indicating both wealth and personal success. If the three transmissions successively generate and support each other, there must be someone above who supports. If seeking an official position for a son, it is also inevitable to use money to obtain a high position. The branch of the day is丑, which is the Heavenly Joy, indicating the wife is pregnant.

課體：重審，間傳。課義：空脫臨身，仇如家人，墓呼病者，虎載壬辰。

The lesson pattern remains focused on reviewing and the final transmission. The lesson meaning states: the earthy soil on the day stem has fallen into the empty period of the ten days and is draining my original energy; the one that comes to harm me is actually someone from my own family; the official ghost is sitting in the day's burial place, as if specifically calling for the sick; the final transmission, which is the earthy soil of the辰, hides the water of the壬 and brings the white tiger along with it.

解曰：未為旬空，而又脫氣。今臨干上，必多遺失之事矣。鬼賊發用，即宅上子水，是家人作鬼也。戌乃丙之墓，子鬼坐於墓中，如招呼病人，安得不危乎。末傳壬辰，以遁鬼而乘虎，且脫干氣，其害更有甚焉者矣。子未相害，戌未相刑，未既空亡，則害不成害，刑不成刑矣。凡事皆恐半途而廢。

The earth dog (未土) is exactly in the旬空, and itself is a spirit that drains the energy of the fire (丙火). Now it is pressing on the day stem, which certainly indicates many instances of losing things. The initiating transmission's ghostly thief is the water (子水) of the residence, indicating that it is a relative causing trouble. The戌 is the storage place of fire (丙火), and the water official ghost (子水) is sitting right in this storage, as if specifically inviting the sick, how can it not be dangerous? The final transmission (末传) 辰 earth escapes to become the water (壬水) and becomes a ghost, and it is also accompanied by the white tiger (白虎), which further drains the energy of the day stem, making the harm even worse. Fortunately, 子 and 未 are in conflict, and 戌 and 未 are in punishment, and since 未 is already in kongwang, the conflict cannot become actual harm, and the punishment cannot take effect. However, anything is afraid of being half-hearted.

斷曰：重審之卦，間傳而進，事有隔手，多因陰人而起。若與婦人無關，必有陰私之事。蓋神后乘天后，臨魁發用故也。中傳寅為長生，上遁庚財，似乎鬼化為財。惜乘武虎，須防驚耗。

Total interpretation: This is a review of the previous divination, with the three transmissions advancing in alternate positions, indicating that matters in the middle are obstructed by an intervening layer, mostly caused by a woman. If it has nothing to do with a woman, there must be some hidden private matter involved—because the Queen Mother (Shenhou) is the Zi water, riding on the Heavenly Empress, and initiating the transmission with the魁星 (Kui Star)戌 (Xu) earth. The middle transmission is寅 (Yin) wood, which is the long life of丙 (Bing) fire. Above it, the hidden庚 (Geng) metal represents wealth, seemingly transforming the official ghost into wealth; however, it is riding on the Black Tortoise and White Tiger, so one must beware of fear and loss.

天時：連綿風雨之兆。家宅：子鬼發用，而下受戌克，上遭戊克，雖有官非，尚無妨害。功名：不甚利。求財：雖有而防劫奪之禍。謁貴：自己意懶，貴亦無力。婚姻：不吉。胎產：孕男，產易。疾病：服藥有效，求神亦靈。出行：干上空亡，恐防有阻。行人：思歸未至。官訟：不利。失脫：家人自盜，尋之可得。兵戰：主能勝客，防敵夜遁。

Heavenly signs indicate continuous rain and wind. For the household: the water official ghost is initiating transmission, below it is restrained by the戌 earth, and above it is also restrained by the hidden stem 戊 earth. Although there may be legal troubles, they will not cause serious harm. For official rank: not very smooth. For seeking wealth: although there is wealth, be cautious of being robbed by others. For seeking noble assistance: one's own spirit is dull, and the nobleman cannot help much. For marriage: not auspicious. For pregnancy and childbirth: the child is a boy, and the delivery will be smooth. For illness: medicine is effective, and invoking deities is also efficacious. For travel: the day stem falls into kongwang, there may be obstacles. For a traveler: he wants to return, but has not yet arrived. For legal disputes: unfavorable. For lost items: it is stolen by a family member, and it can be found by searching. For military conflict: the home army will defeat the visiting army, but be cautious of the enemy fleeing at night.

畢法云：彼此猜忌害相隨，虎乘遁鬼殃非淺。玉成歌云：日鬼加臨辰兩課，定然官吏到門庭。肘後經云：初來克末凶還甚，始被終欺禍自消。

The *Bi Fa Fu* says: "Mutual suspicion brings harm in tow," meaning both parties are suspicious of each other, and the six harmful spirits accompany them. "White Tiger rides the hidden official ghost, calamity is profound," indicating the White Tiger is riding on the hidden official ghost, resulting in severe misfortune. The *Yu Cheng Ge* states: if the official ghost of the day stem is located on the third and fourth lessons, officials will certainly come to visit. The *Zhou Hou Jing* says: if the first transmission overcomes the final transmission, danger becomes even greater; if one starts being oppressed but eventually gains power, misfortunes will naturally resolve.

課體：重審，三奇，進茹。課義：晝貴入宅，結絕凶逆，旺氣雖臨，熟視何益。

The Three Marvels here refer to the three transmissions occurring consecutively in Hai, Zi, and Chou, known as linked pearl Three Marvels, indicating the ability to turn misfortune into good fortune. The lesson states: if the divination is done in the daytime, the Nobleman enters the house, allowing for the resolution of evil and rebellious matters; although the Day Stem is under the strong influence of Wu fire, it unfortunately falls into Kongwang, leaving nothing to be done despite watching helplessly.

解曰：晝貴臨支，而支戌為丙日之墓。墓者萬物之終，故凶逆之事，可以結絕也。干乘午火旺氣，可以坐守而勿失矣。不知午乃旬空，雖旺亦何益乎。三傳亥子丑，名聯珠三奇。亥乘貴神臨支，畢法所謂鬼乘天乙乃神祇也。

Divination was done in the daytime, with the Nobleman joining the Day Branch. The Day Branch is the earth dog (Xu), which is the storage place for the day stem of Bing (丙). Storage is the place where all things come to an end, so evil and rebellious matters can be concluded here. The Day Stem is riding on the strong fire of Wu (午), which should be a time to stay and not lose position. However, Wu happens to be in the empty period of the ten-day cycle, so even though it is strong, it brings no benefit. The three transmissions are Hai, Zi, and Chou, which connect with each other at the beginning and end, forming the term 'Linked Three Marvels'. The water of Hai is riding on the Nobleman and joining the Day Branch, which is exactly what the "Bi Fa Fu" says: 'The ghost rides the heavenly yi and becomes a deity'.

斷曰：聯茹而進，課屬重審，乃用下犯上之象。午未既空，水鬼無制。幸末傳丑土，回瀾砥柱，又與支神相刑，非為全吉。惟羊刃空亡，妻災可無慮耳。

Overall interpretation: The three transmissions are connected and progress in sequence, indicating a situation of repeated review, which is an omen of an inferior element attacking a superior one. Both午 and 未 fall into Kongwang, and the water ghost is not restrained by anyone. Fortunately, the final transmission, 丑 earth, can act as a middle pillar to prevent the flood, thus turning the crisis around. However, 丑 also conflicts with the day branch 戌 earth, so it is not a completely favorable outcome. Only the Yangren falls into Kongwang, so the misfortune related to the wife need not be worried about.

天時：陰霾連旬。家宅：不有訟事，則有貴人到家。功名：必得巳午歲月，化煞生身，方能得實。求財：空手問利可得。謁貴：引鬼破家。婚姻：未吉。胎產：弄璋之喜，午日方產。疾病：病不一症，藥不一方，九十月恐防不起。出行：亥子丑為三河，水路宜小心謹慎。行人：發用居戌庫，必來無疑。逃盜：難獲。兵戰：主能勝客，宜堅陳以待之。墳葬：左傍太空，卻能發貴。

Heavenly conditions: Continuous cloudy weather with no clear skies. Family residence: Either there will be legal disputes or a nobleman will visit. Career achievements: One must wait until the years of Si and Wu to transform harmful stars into beneficial ones, then success can be realized. Seeking wealth: Going to inquire about profitable opportunities without carrying anything will result in success. Seeking officials: It will bring officials' spirits instead, leading to family ruin. Marriage: Not yet auspicious. Pregnancy and childbirth: The joy of having a son will come on the day of Wu. Illness: The illness has multiple symptoms and requires several prescriptions; it is feared that one may not survive until September or October. Traveling: Hai, Zi, and Chou are collectively called San He (three rivers), so one should be especially cautious when traveling by water. A person on the way: The spirit initiating the transmission is located in Xu, so the person will certainly return, and there is no need to doubt. Escapees and thieves: Difficult to capture. Military conflict: The defending army will defeat the attacking army; it is advisable to hold the position and wait. Burial: The left side being empty is actually favorable for producing noblemen.

畢法云：所謀多拙遭羅網，鬼臨三四訟災隨。占驗：四月申將未時占前程，曰：日上午作青龍，乘羊刃自刑，謂之退鱗，此任不赴。亥為官加於戌，亥水為江，戌在西，應補江西。末傳丑乘太陰，丑乃土，土為太守，丙年當終於此任，果驗。

The "Bi Fa Fu" says: "Those who plan many things find themselves entangled in a web," meaning that when one's plans are clumsy, they fall into traps; "ghosts appearing in the third and fourth lessons bring lawsuits and misfortunes," indicating that if the official ghost appears in the third or fourth lesson, lawsuits and misfortunes will follow. The attached divination case: in the fourth month, using the Sheng general and the Wei hour, the fortune of the future was predicted. It was said that the day stem's Wu fire serves as the Azure Dragon, and also carries the Yangren, resulting in self-punishment, called "retreating scales," meaning the official position cannot be taken up. The亥 water, which represents the official star, is placed on the Xu, and since亥 water is the river and Xu is in the west, it should be to fill a post in Jiangxi. The final transmission, Chou earth, carries the Tai Yin, and since Chou is earth, earth represents the position of a governor, and in the year Bing, one will end up serving in this position until old age. Later, this prediction was indeed fulfilled.

課體：伏吟，杜傳。課義：身宅皆丁，豈容少停，遞相吞啖，驚怪交併。

"The Du Transmission" refers to the three transmissions being blocked and uncommunicative, causing matters to come to a standstill. The lesson's meaning states: the day stem is itself Ding, and the day branch, on亥, also contains the heavenly stem Ding through concealment, so both the person and the dwelling are accompanied by an active Ding deity, which never stops; earth controls water, and water controls fire, with each continuously consuming the other; thus, strange and terrifying events all arise together.

解曰：本身是丁，宅亥遁丁，是身宅皆丁也。丁為動神，四課三傳俱是丁神，變動不已極乎。土既克水，水復克火，遞相吞啖，驚恐怪異之事不一而足矣。陰日伏吟，支上發用，奈亥為自刑，復歸於干。未又刑末傳之丑，刑沖交併，全無一息靜機，是伏吟主靜，而此課則全是動象也。但中傳未空，謂之折腰，凡事必有間斷作輟。

The day stem itself is Ding fire, and the heavenly stem emerging from the亥 position where the residence is located is also Ding. Therefore, both the person and the residence are Ding. Ding is an active deity, and Ding appears everywhere in the four lessons and three transmissions. The movement and change are extreme. Earth first overcomes water, and water then turns back to overcome fire, layer upon layer, gradually devouring each other. Strange and terrifying events are not limited to one. On a yin day, the Hidden Chant should be initiated by the heavenly stem above the day branch, but since亥 is self-inflicting, it has to return to the day stem for initiation. The soil at the position of the middle transmission also overcomes the final transmission's丑 soil, with both overcoming and conflicting occurring simultaneously, leaving no moment of peace. It is evident that伏吟 is supposed to be static, but this divination is entirely dynamic. However, the middle transmission's soil falls into the empty position, called '折腰', indicating that all matters will be interrupted and will stop and start repeatedly.

斷曰：自信之課，柔而專用。而傳復杜塞，必須中道改圖。占者遇未年未月，或月將是未，庶幾作事，可有十得四五之望。

General interpretation: On a yin day with hidden chant, the divination is called the "Self-Confidence" lesson. The nature is gentle and compliant, but can only rely on oneself. The three transmissions are also blocked and unsmooth, requiring a change of plan halfway. If the person divining encounters the year or month of Wei, or if the month general is Wei, then the outcome will be only about four or five parts out of ten.

天時：占晴則晴，占雨則雨。家宅：凡事不寧，只家守舊。功名：丁神兄弟太旺，無望。求財：數中並無一點財氣。謁貴：無益。婚姻：門楣相當，禮儀俱盛，但聯姻之後，不無小有言語之傷。

Heavenly Conditions: If it is divined for clear weather, it will be clear; if for rain, it will rain. Family Home: Nothing is peaceful, and one can only follow old customs to live day by day. Official Rank: The spirit of the official and the brother's trigram are too strong, taking away the official energy, with no hope. Seeking Wealth: There is not a single sign of wealth in the entire divination. Seeking Officials: There is no benefit. Marriage: The families are of equal status and the ceremonies are grand, but after the marriage, there will be some minor disputes and quarrels.

胎產：女喜，未月末日產。疾病：水能克火，心與小腸受病，日醫出現，在鄰近求醫治之則吉。求謀：不能如意。出行：不能起程，猶恐半途而反。逃亡：在近處覓。行人：未至。兵戰：彼此相持，往來互傷。

Childbirth: A girl is born, and the delivery takes place on the last day of the sixth lunar month. Illness: Water overcomes fire, so the heart and small intestine are affected; the deity of medicine appears, so seeking treatment nearby will be auspicious. Seeking business: Not as desired. Travel: Unable to move, also fearing that one might walk halfway and return. Fugitive: Search nearby. Traveler: Has not yet arrived. Warfare: Both sides are at a standstill, with mutual losses.

畢法云：鬼乘天乙乃神祇。三車一覽云：丁亥伏吟，自具丁馬。占行人必中路被阻，緣中傳空亡，不能馴至末傳，是以進退兩難。餘占必先允許，後無實惠。

The "Bifa Fu" says: "If the official ghost is riding on the nobleman, it is a matter involving the divine." When the official ghost is connected with the nobleman, it indicates an offense against the divine. The "Sanche Yilan" states: On a Dinghai day, a hidden chant inherently carries the Ding deity and the post-horse; predicting the movement of a person indicates they will encounter obstruction on the way, because the middle transmission is empty and cannot connect with the final transmission, leading to difficulties in both directions. For other types of divination, it is also necessary that the other party first gives a positive response, but later there is no real benefit.

課體：元首，退茹，斬關。課義：晝虎乘祿，初戌墓宅，棄此得財，死病為厄。

The divination says: Divining during the day, the White Tiger is riding on the禄神 (favorable official) of the Ding fire at Wu, so although the禄 is present, there is danger; the first transmission is Xu earth, which is the Storage (storage) of the Ding day, and it also presses upon the dwelling, making it dark and uncomfortable to reside in; one can only abandon these two aspects and take the wealth from the middle and later transmissions; unfortunately, Shen is the病地 (ill place) for Ding fire and You is the死地 (dead place), so obtaining wealth will ultimately not escape misfortune.

解曰：午為丁祿，晝占乘虎，危而不可守也。戌為日墓，乘後覆日，晦而不可居也。然戌以上克下，發用而為初傳矣。果能舍此而尋中末之財，則酉與申，皆可為我用也。然丁火病於申，死於酉，其禍與戌相等，則災厄之來，諒不免矣。旺祿臨身，艱難中尚可進步。但午為旬空，祿不可恃，三傳又入於病死墓之鄉。諸占不吉，惟馬月馬年填實，則福祿又可綿長。

The horse is the禄 of Ding fire. During the day, if it is ridden by the White Tiger, although it has the禄, it is dangerous and cannot be relied upon. Xu is the Storage of Ding day, and it is covered by the Heavenly Empress above, pressing down on the day stem, making the situation dark and unclear, so it cannot be occupied. However, Xu is above controlling below, which is exactly the initiating transmission and becomes the first transmission. If one can abandon these two, and seek the middle and final transmissions for wealth, then You and Shen can be used for one's benefit. But Ding fire in Shen is in the state of disease, and in You is in the state of death, its calamity is similar to that of Xu, and the disaster is unavoidable. The strong禄 is present at the self, allowing movement forward amidst difficulties; however, the noon is exactly in the旬空, making the禄 unreliable, and the three transmissions fall into the realms of disease, death, and墓. Therefore, all kinds of divination are not auspicious, but only when the empty亡 is filled in the month of the horse or the year of the horse, can the blessings and禄 be prolonged again.

斷曰：天鬼臨亥，號為關格。百凡謀為出入，多有阻隔之象。

Total interpretation: The spirits from heaven are overlying the亥 position, called "Guan Ge." Whenever there is planning or movement, it often shows a situation of obstruction and difficulty.

天時：有雨。家宅：祿空財絕，毫無氣焰。功名：不利。求財：艱難得之，終不旺相。謁貴：不能遇，且無力。婚姻：女子雖美而悍，不成為妙。胎產：受孕不實，臨產不易。疾病：脾胃之病，反覆淹纏，恐防不救。官訟：彼來克我，防欺詐誑誘之局。出行：防有病患，志氣昏沉。行人：心亦孟歸，復因財別圖，而往他處。兵戰：彼兵無糧，我兵又不利於速戰，且靜以待之。墳葬：穴中防有水，宜葬女人。

Heavenly Conditions: There will be rain. Family Residence: The禄神 is in an empty position, the wealth hexagram is cut off, with no vitality at all. Achievements: Unfavorable. Seeking Wealth: Hard-earned, but ultimately not prosperous. Seeking Officials: Unable to meet them, even if met, they are of no help. Marriage: The woman is beautiful but fierce and domineering, the relationship is not good, and it is actually a good thing. Pregnancy: The fetus is not secure, and childbirth is difficult. Illness: Problems with the spleen and stomach, recurring and persistent, possibly difficult to cure. Legal Disputes: The opponent is attacking me, beware of fraud and deception. Travel: Be cautious of illness, and people's spirits are low. Traveler: He originally wanted to return, but now has other plans for money, and has gone elsewhere. Military Conflict: The enemy lacks food, and our army should not fight quickly, wait for the right opportunity. Burial: Be careful of water in the grave site, it is suitable to bury a woman.

畢法云：干墓並關人宅廢，后合占婚豈用媒，魁度天門關隔定。古鑑：戌將加亥占產，曰：占時與日比，用神克下，當生男。亥為頭，戌為足，恐有倒生之象。末傳蛇對沖卯，卯上寅作白虎，為血忌，卯日當生矣，果驗。

The *Bifa Fu* states: "When the day stem is in its墓 and meets the 关格, both the person and their home will decline." If the day stem is in its墓 and also encounters 关格, both the person and their residence will suffer misfortune. "When Heavenly Empress and Liu He are in harmony, marriage does not require a matchmaker." If Heavenly Empress and Liu He appear together in a divination, it indicates that marriage matters do not need a媒人. "When the魁 star is over the天门, the separation is fixed." If the魁 star is placed over the天门, the separation is already determined. The *Gujian* records that using the戌 general over the亥 to divinate childbirth, it was predicted that at the time of the divination, the day stem was harmonious with the day stem, and the useful god was able to overcome the lower element, indicating the birth of a boy. Since亥 represents the head and戌 represents the foot, there was a concern of倒生. The final transmission, Teng Snake, directly opposes the卯 wood, and the寅 wood on卯 is White Tiger, which is the Blood Taboo deity. Therefore, on the卯 day, childbirth was expected. Later, this prediction was indeed fulfilled.

課體：彈射，間傳。課義：用遙傳陷，自支歸干，破碎臨支，錢財不完。

The lesson explains that the initiating transmission of酉 metal is only a distantrestrain, which inherently has weak power, and the three transmissions continue to fall into empty or trapped positions. The course returns from the day branch to the day stem, which is called 'returning to the origin'. Additionally, the破碎 metal evil spirit is pressing upon the residence, causing wealth to be incomplete and difficult to retain.

解曰：酉為彈射，而發用遙克，業已無力矣。況中傳未為旬空，末傳巳為陷空，從何處求益乎。酉為破碎，金煞來臨宅上，錢財耗散，有不可勝言者矣。巳酉丑方成金局，今中傳以未居之，謂之虛一待用。若年命上神臨丑，或歲月是丑，則沖未而會成金局，則為我用矣。況巳火生未土，未土生酉金，三傳遞生，財氣未始不旺，所嫌者支乘破碎耳。秋占為吉。

The metal of You is used as the initiating transmission, but it is only remotely controlling, and its strength is inherently weak. Moreover, the middle transmission has the earth of Wei falling into the empty position, and the final transmission has the fire of Si also falling into the empty position; where else can benefits be sought? You is also a broken metal, and this metal evil is pressing upon the residence, causing the loss of wealth to be almost endless. Si, You, and Chou originally could form a triple harmony of metal, but now the middle transmission is occupied by the earth of Wei, which is called 'virtual one waiting to be used'; if the personal god in the birth chart is Chou, or the great year and month builder is Chou, it can break through the earth of Wei and form the metal triple harmony, thus benefiting us. Moreover, the fire of Si generates the earth of Wei, and the earth of Wei generates the metal of You, with the three transmissions generating each other in turn, so the wealth energy is not lacking. The only thing to be concerned about is the day branch being occupied by broken metal. If this is divined in autumn, it is considered favorable.

斷曰：彈射之課，為力已微。間傳而退，有山遙水隔之象。自支傳歸干上，名曰朝元，事皆人求於我。

Overall interpretation: The shooting lesson itself has weak power, and the three transmissions are separated and retreat, indicating a meaning of mountains high and waters far apart, with mutual obstruction. The lesson flows from the day branch back to the day stem, called "returning to the origin," meaning that in all matters, others are seeking from me.

天時：主晴。家宅：壯基之課，人宅利益，財來財去，亦得亦失。功名：不顯。求財：陰親貴人之財，求之可得。謁貴：夜占得貴人力。婚姻：可成。胎產：孕女，產易，產時有西南方陰人至。疾病：病輕，易治。求謀：凡事可成。出行：馬臨干頭，支又沖之，必定起程。行人：馬臨末傳，不數日即到，但恐到後，另有他行。兵戰：我去生他，他復傳我，兩家講信，修睦為上。

Heavenly conditions: indicate clear weather. Family residence: this is a lesson of strengthening the foundation, both people and the house benefit, but wealth comes and goes, with gains and losses. Official rank: not prominent. Seeking wealth: wealth comes from the path of hidden relatives and noblemen, so seeking it will bring gain. Seeking noblemen: if divined at night, one can receive the assistance of a nobleman. Marriage: can be successful. Pregnancy and childbirth: the child is a girl, the delivery is smooth, and a female relative from the southwest will arrive at the time of childbirth. Disease: the illness is mild and easy to treat. Seeking plans: all matters can be accomplished. Traveling: the post-horse is on the day stem, and the day branch conflicts with it, so the journey will definitely take place. A traveler: the post-horse is on the final transmission, and the person will arrive within a few days, but be careful that after arriving, they may go somewhere else. Military conflict: I generate him, and he returns the favor to me, so mutual trust and harmony are most important.

畢法云：夫婦蕪淫各有私，不行傳者考初時。指掌賦云：未加酉為繼母。中黃經云：馬見巳亥在路歧。指竅云：酉未巳為勵明，出入從其所便。

The "Bifa Fu" says: "Spouses indulge in private affairs, each with their own private intentions," meaning that husband and wife act improperly with their own private motives. "If the transmission does not occur, focus on the initial transmission and the time of the divination." The "Zhipang Fu" states: If the added time is on You, it indicates matters related to a stepmother. The "Zhonghuang Jing" says: When the Post-horse meets Si or Hai, a person is standing at a crossroads. The "Zhiqiao" states: When You, Wei, and Si are connected in reverse order, it is called "Liming," and actions of entering and exiting are left to individual convenience.

課體：元首，元胎，斬關。課義：晝名斬關，干上天罡，閉口突出，大利逃亡。

The lesson says: When divining in the daytime, this chart is called 'Cutting the Gate'; the day stem is directly above the Tiangang (Chen) earth. The initiating transmission of巳 fire forms a closed mouth pattern. As long as one keeps silent and unexpectedly breaks through, it is most favorable for matters concerning escape or movement.

解曰：天罡加干，晝占青龍臨之，所謂真斬關也。癸巳發用為閉口，若能謹慎語言，出其不意而突然以出，則利有攸往，誰能追而捕之哉。巳為閉口，亦為驛馬。而末傳又乘了神，故與動相宜。若冬春占此，官文兩旺，舉子必然登第，仕宦必得高遷。但干受辰脫，上乘青龍，不免歡喜中費財耳，

The Tiangang (Chen) is placed on the Day Stem. During the day, the Azure Dragon is also present, which constitutes a genuine cutting-off transmission. With Guisi initiating the transmission and forming a closed mouth, if one speaks cautiously and suddenly departs when others are unprepared, it is favorable to go somewhere, for no one can catch up or capture. Since Si is both a closed mouth and the Post-horse, and the Final Transmission is riding the Ding spirit, it is suitable for action. If this situation is divined in the spring or early summer, the official star and documents are both strong, so candidates taking the imperial examination will certainly pass, and officials will certainly be promoted. However, since the Day Stem is weakened by the Chen earth, and the Azure Dragon is above, there will be inevitable expenses amidst joy.

斷曰；元首之課，貴神驛馬，與官星交動。若更並年月吉將，其福未有艾也。

General interpretation: This is a sovereign lesson, where the noble deity, the post-horse, and the official star all move together. If it is further combined with auspicious generals from the previous year and month, blessings will never be exhausted.

天時：風雨交加。家宅：六親皆好，事業可圖，三傳遞生，得人欽敬。功名：癸遁巳上，為閉口官星，不宜多事，交至中末，則大發矣。求財：財臨支上，取之尚難。謁貴：得貴人歡心。婚姻：恐女不正。

Heavenly conditions: Wind and rain are intense. Family home: All six relations are favorable, and business can be managed; the three transmissions are interrelated in a cycle of generation, leading to being respected by others. Achieving fame: The癸 water is hidden above the巳 fire, forming a closed official star, so it is not advisable to cause many disturbances; when it reaches the middle and final transmissions, great success will come. Seeking wealth: The wealth element is located on the day branch, making it somewhat difficult to obtain. Seeking noble support: One can gain the favor of a noble. Marriage: There is a fear that the woman may have improper behavior.

胎產：孕男且貴，產時亦易。求謀：諸事可成。疾病：當有肺病，醫治可愈。爭訟；無事。出行：晝占宜由陸路，夜占宜由水路。行人：馬戀生，不能動身。盜逃：不得。兵戰：有解甲息兵之狀。

Fetus and childbirth: The child is a boy and carries noble fortune; childbirth will be easy. Seeking to make plans: All matters can be accomplished. Disease: One will suffer from lung disease, but it can be cured. Disputes: There will be no trouble. Travel: If divined during the day, it is favorable to travel by land; if divined at night, it is favorable to travel by water. Travelers: The post-horse is attached to the place of growth and cannot move. Theft and escape: The thief cannot be caught. Military conflict: There is a scene of disarming and ceasing hostilities.

畢法云：鬼乘天乙乃神祇。指南：壬午九月辰將加未，午命人占功名，曰；貴德宮星臨年，月將青龍居干，且羊角相加(謂辰加未，辰有角星，未為羊)，應未年甲榜。歲居干後，日生青龍，先京職而後外任。但身祿不得地，歲君臨嗔怒之所，恐為國家起見，不保其官。

The "Bifa Fu" says: "When the ghost is riding on the Heavenly Ethical Stem, it becomes a deity." When official ghosts are riding on the Nobleman, the offense is in the divine realm. The "Zhinan" records: In the Renwu year, during the ninth month, the辰 general was placed on the 未. A person born in the午 year who divined about his official rank was interpreted as follows: The Nobleman, the Day Stem's virtue, and the official star all occupied the position of the current year. The Month General, the Azure Dragon, was also located at the Day Stem. Moreover, the 辰 has the horn star, and the 未 is originally associated with the sheep, so together they form the image of "sheep and horn combined," indicating that he would pass the examination in the 未 year and achieve a first-class rank. The sovereign year was located behind the Day Stem, and the Day Stem generated the Azure Dragon, suggesting he would first serve as a central official and then be transferred to an outer post. However, his own禄神 is not in a favorable position, and the sovereign year is located in a place of anger, so he might speak frankly about state affairs, and perhaps lose his position.

課體：涉害，曲直，不備。課義：人得傳力，將傳廢宅，自取其禍，半危半吉。

"The method of 'Shè Hài' (Involvement in Harm) is applied when both the upper and lower parts of the four lessons are subject to being overcome. In such a case, the lesson that is most heavily overcome is chosen as the initiating transmission. 'Qu Zhi' (Curved and Straight) refers to the three transmissions forming a triple harmony of wood (Hai, Mao, Wei), which embodies the nature of curved and straight wood. The meaning of the lesson states: the three transmissions form a wood structure that generates and supports the day stem, thus benefiting the person who receives the influence of the three transmissions. However, the wood structure also drains the energy of the day branch, leading to the decline of the residence. This misfortune was originally self-inflicted, so both good and bad fortune are shared equally."

解曰：木局生干，人得傳力也。木局脫支，宅不因之而廢乎。況天將俱屬土，能克亥水，未臨支上，又復克之，宅之廢也宜矣。然此家宅之禍，由丁自取也。蓋丁課在未，自上支門克支，支遂投卯而成木局，生身脫宅。其生也，其吉也。其脫也，其危也。兩兩相半，吉凶平分矣。此為迴環格，乃三傳俱在四課之中，又為干支相會，非不備課也。占凶凶成，占吉吉就。未與卯俱上克下也，涉害取用。未與卯俱四克，但未為孟上神，而又先見，故此課亦有用未發用者。

The three transmissions form a wood group that supports the day stem, showing that the person receives assistance from the three transmissions. The wood group also drains the energy of the day branch, causing the residence to inevitably decline. Moreover, the heavenly general is entirely of earth nature, capable of overcoming the亥 water, and the未 earth is located on the day branch, adding another layer of overcoming. The decline of the residence is therefore inevitable. However, this domestic misfortune was actually brought about by丁 itself: 丁's lesson is in未, which overcomes the branch door from above, causing the day branch to turn towards卯 wood and form a wood group. This both supports my body and drains my residence. Supporting me is its good aspect; draining the residence is its dangerous aspect; both aspects are equally present, so good and bad are evenly divided. This lesson belongs to the "Circular Pattern," as the three transmissions are all within the four lessons, and they also meet the stem and branch, so it is not considered that the four lessons are incomplete. When predicting an evil event, the evil event will occur; when predicting a good event, the good event will happen. Both未 and卯 are superior gods overcoming inferior gods, so the method of involving harm is used to determine the initiating transmission. Although both未 and卯 belong to the overcoming within the four lessons, 未 is a superior position superior god that appears first, so this lesson also uses 未 as the initiating transmission.

斷曰：涉害之課，其機最深，類成木局，凡事叢雜，又名迴環。止宜守舊則吉，不可妄動。

Overall interpretation: The mechanism of the "Involving Harm" chart is most hidden and deep, and the three transmissions form a cluster of wood, leading to matters being complicated and confused. This chart is also called "Circular Return." It is most suitable to maintain the existing situation for good fortune, and one should not act hastily.

天時：木局主風。家宅：眷屬豐盈居狹宅，宜增修以廓充之。功名：官文兩旺，惟不利土年月時。求財：卯上有辛財，出旬可得。謁貴：晝占得貴人之力。婚姻：天后財神俱不出現，不必成。

Heavenly Time: Wood sign indicates wind. Family: The household is flourishing but the living space is narrow, so it is advisable to build or repair to expand the area. Official Rank: The official star and documents are both strong, but it is unfavorable for those belonging to the Earth element in the year, month, day or hour. Seeking Wealth: There is a metal treasure hidden at the卯 position, and it can be obtained after leaving this cycle. Seeking Nobleman: During the day, one can receive the assistance of a nobleman. Marriage: The Heavenly Empress and the Wealth God do not appear, so there is no need to proceed with the marriage.

胎產：女胎堅固，而產則難。疾病：中風之症，有餘之病，宜消道清理以治之。求謀：凡事可成。出行：貪戀家室，未必能行。失物：不遠。兵戰：彼此交通和好，大有輕裘緩帶之風。墳葬：支來生干，葬之大吉。

Pregnancy and childbirth: A female fetus is firmly seated, but labor is difficult. Disease: Conditions like stroke belong to diseases caused by excess evil qi; they should be treated with methods that eliminate and clear away the pathogenic factors. Seeking opportunities: All matters can be accomplished. Travel: Being attached to home and family may prevent one from going. Lost items: The lost item is not far away. Warfare: Both sides communicate and become friendly, showing a style of ease and composure, with a relaxed and unhurried manner. Burial: The day branch supports the day stem, so burial is very auspicious.

畢法云：眷屬豐盈居狹宅。指掌賦云：常貴共入官鄉，當朝執政。心印賦云：未卯亥為正陽，遵發生之意。

The "Bi Fa Fu" says: "Relatives numerous yet dwelling in a narrow house," meaning many family members living in a small residence. The "Zhi Zhang Fu" says: When Tai Chang and the Nobleman both enter the official territory, it indicates holding power in the court. The "Xin Yin Fu" says: The branches Wei, Mao, and Hai are called "Zheng Yang," referring to their alignment with the principle of growth and development.

課體：重審，四絕。課義：交關且爾，妻財廢弛，祿既空亡，守之何裨。

The "Four Absolute" refers to both the heavenly stems and earthly branches being in the position of absolute decline. The meaning of the divination says: the horse (午) and the soil (未) are in a harmonious relationship, and the tiger (寅) and the pig (亥) are also in a harmonious relationship, with mutual connection and apparent stability. However, it is regrettable that the wife's wealth, represented by the metal of Geng, is weak and ineffective, while the禄神 (lucky god) has fallen into Kongwang, which is a void. Holding onto this situation offers no real benefit.

解曰：午與未合，寅與亥合，交關相合，非不美也。然寅上遁庚，為丁之妻財，今陷旬空，則廢弛而無用矣。午為日祿，又係空亡，守之究何益哉。中傳丑為干之脫氣，末傳申為干之病鄉，皆不可投。又申為丁財，既被初克，又被中墓，全無氣象。惟干上寅遁庚財，卻又陷空，故不利於求財。虎乘午為用，謂之白虎內戰，防有火災。

The combination of Wu and Wei is not favorable, and the combination of Yin and Hai is also not auspicious. However, the metal Geng hidden on Yin is the wife and wealth of the fire Ding. Now it is trapped in the void, thus losing its effectiveness. Wu is the禄神 of the day stem Ding, but it also meets the void, so what benefit is there in keeping it? The middle transmission You soil is a god that drains the energy of the day stem. The final transmission Shen metal is the disease place of the fire Ding. Both places are not suitable for reliance. Moreover, Shen is originally the wealth of Ding, but it is already overcome by the first transmission Wu fire and buried by the middle transmission You soil, thus having no life energy. Only the day stem Yin wood, which hides Geng metal as wealth, is also trapped in the void, so seeking wealth is not favorable. The White Tiger rides on Wu fire as the initiating transmission, which is called 'White Tiger fighting internally', indicating a risk of fire disaster.

斷曰：四絕之課，最宜結絕舊事。祿神落空，即居顯位，亦不免衿肘之患。惟年月太陽填實，方能豐富。

General interpretation: The four absolute divination lesson is most suitable for concluding old matters. The禄神 (favorable deity) falls into Kongwang (void), so even if one holds a prominent position, they will inevitably face difficulties and obstructions everywhere. Only when the sun of the year and month fills the void can there be prosperity and wealth.

天時：晝占主風，夜占主雨。家宅：人宅雖安，虛名虛利。功名：出旬填實，便有所望。求財：財氣甚微。婚姻：女占男吉，男卜女不吉。胎產：孕女，產不得順。疾病：白虎內戰，恐防增病，急求醫治。出行：交車合，恐不能起程。行人：自至。兵戰：無約而請和者，謀也，宜防虛詐。

Heavenly conditions: During the day, the divination indicates wind; at night, it indicates rain. Family residence: Although people and the house are safe, the gain is only empty fame and profit. Official rank: If the empty void is filled in this旬, there will be hope. Seeking wealth: The wealth is very weak. Marriage: If the woman divines for the man, it is favorable; if the man divines for the woman, it is unfavorable. Pregnancy and childbirth: The child is a girl, and the childbirth will be difficult. Disease: White Tiger internal conflict, there is a fear of new illness appearing, so one should seek medical treatment as soon as possible. Travel: If the vehicle is in harmony, there is a fear of not being able to move. Traveler: The person will return by themselves. Military conflict: If peace is requested without prior agreement, there is a plot, and one should be cautious of deceit.

畢法云：權攝不正祿臨支，前後引從升遷吉，將逢內占所謀危。精蘊云：初傳午居干後，末傳申居干前，亦為前後引從，主有升遷之象。

The *Bifa Fu* says: "A temporary authority lacks proper position, and the official of fortune falls into the day branch," meaning that the official of fortune is in the day branch, like acting on behalf of someone else with improper authority; "With guides preceding and following, promotion is auspicious," meaning that there are divine beings guiding and accompanying the day stem, indicating good fortune for promotion; "When the heavenly general meets an internal divination, the affairs are dangerous," meaning that the heavenly general is malevolent and the divination concerns internal matters, indicating danger in the affairs. The *Jingyun* says that if the first transmission is the horse (午) located after the day stem, and the final transmission is the monkey (申) located before the day stem, this also counts as having guides preceding and following, indicating a sign of promotion.

課體：反吟。課義：改變雙雙，丁馬俱張，論訟難訴，閉口為良。

The lesson says: Si belongs to two females, Hai belongs to two fish, so all things appear in pairs, and changes follow one after another. The Ding spirit and the Post-horse both become prominent, indicating strong movement. The Nobleman transforms into a ghost to attack, leading to disputes that are hard to resolve; it is better to remain silent.

解曰：巳為雙女，亥為雙魚，凡事主有重疊。且巳為驛馬，亥為丁神，往來交錯於三傳之中，主事有變動，禍福皆不單行也。貴人作鬼來克，論訟難以分訴。發用閉口，惟謹爾出話，以遠禍患，何用多其詞說為哉。干上丑，晝占上乘太陰，乃日干生其上神，上神又生天將，名脫上逢脫，多虛詐不實。

The branch Si belongs to the double female in the star sequence, and the branch Hai belongs to the double fish, so anything involved is likely to involve duplication and pairs. Additionally, Si is the post-horse and Hai is the Ding god, and when these two move back and forth in the three transmissions, it indicates that matters will change, and both misfortune and good fortune will not come alone. The nobleman transforms into an official ghost to come and control, making legal disputes difficult to resolve. The initiating transmission god becomes a closed mouth, so if one speaks cautiously, one can avoid trouble, and there is no need to speak much. The branch Chou earth on the day stem, during the day, is covered by Tai Yin, which is the day stem generating the upper god, and the upper god generating the heavenly general, called "escape from the upper and escape again," often involving false and untrustworthy matters.

斷曰：反吟之課，反覆變遷，事皆未定。巳亥相加，重求輕得之象。

General interpretation: Reverse Chant divination indicates that matters are subject to constant change and have not yet reached a conclusion. The combination of巳 and亥 suggests an effort made with great exertion but resulting in little gain.

天時：主晴。家宅：比劫既多，財難得聚。功名：日德作官，將乘貴人，朱雀丁神值之，不日升遷。求財：不得。謁貴：必兩三次，方能謁見。婚姻：晝占女子肥陋，夜占能飲。胎產：孕女不實。疾病：頭目之疾，或患寒熱勞病，大宜補火。出行：意在必行，從水路去。行人：不論遠近，指日可歸。逃盜：難捕。兵戰：以主勝客，拓地千里。

Heavenly Time: Indicates clear weather. Family Residence: There are too many spirits of equal rank and wealth robbers, making it difficult to accumulate wealth. Official Rank: The day's virtue acts as an official star, the Heavenly General is accompanied by the Nobleman, the Vermilion Bird and the Ding spirit are also involved, and promotion is expected within a few days. Seeking Wealth: Unable to obtain wealth. Seeking the Nobleman: Must visit several times before meeting. Marriage: If divined in the daytime, the woman is fat and unattractive; if divined at night, the woman can drink alcohol. Pregnancy: The child is a girl, with weak fetal energy. Disease: Illnesses related to the head and eyes, or a feverish illness with alternating chills and heat, which is most suitable for warm and fiery tonics. Travel: The mind is set on traveling, and it should be by water. Traveler: Regardless of the distance, the traveler will return within a few days. Fugitive: Difficult to capture. Military Conflict: The main army will defeat the guest army, and can conquer a thousand miles of land.

畢法云：鬼乘天乙乃神祇。指南：寅將加申占回奏，曰：龍神克戰，課將反吟，官難滿任。巳為驛馬，上乘皇詔，主一任未了，二任又臨，其降調乎。精蘊：占雨曰：丑為雨師，未為風伯，上乘常雀是無雨矣。三傳水火往來，乃陰晴不定之象。火在南為離，水在北為坎。訣曰：坎離交變，日出淋漓。

The "Bi Fa Fu" says: "If the official ghost is riding on the Heavenly Ethereal, it becomes a deity." When the official ghost is accompanied by the Nobleman, the offense is against the divine. The "Zhi Nan" records a case where with the寅 general added to the申, the divination for returning to court and reporting back indicates: the dragon deity and the divine are in mutual control and conflict, the lesson and the Heavenly General also meet the Reverse Chant, indicating that the official's term will not be completed. The巳 is the Post-horse, with the imperial decree above it, indicating that the first term has not yet been completed, and the second term is already approaching, fearing a demotion and transfer. The "Jing Yun" records a divination about rain: the丑 is the Rain God, the未 is the Wind God, with the Tai Chang and Vermilion Bird above them, indicating no rain; the three transmissions involve water and fire moving back and forth, indicating an uncertain weather pattern; fire is in the south, belonging to the Li trigram, and water is in the north, belonging to the Kan trigram. The mnemonic says, "Kan and Li interact, the sun rises and rain pours," meaning that even when the sun comes out, it still rains.

課體：重審，鑄印，斬關。課義：壬辰及子，支干雙水，引從雖遠，虎墓宜視。

"Cast the seal," the three transmissions are巳, 戌, and 卯. 戌 is the seal and is placed above巳, like casting a seal to make an object, which is most favorable for seeking official positions and encountering nobility. The lesson says: the hidden壬water comes out from the day branch 辰, and the day stem has 子water; both the stem and branch belong to water and thus restrain the 丁fire. Although the initial and final transmissions form a connection, they are quite distant from each other. The墓of 辰 is occupied by the White Tiger, which requires careful examination.

解曰：干乘子水，支神遁壬亦水，兩水克干，丁火安能當其滅沒哉。初傳巳，末傳卯，引從支上辰在內，主遷修家宅之喜。但辰土臨亥為拱墓，而白虎凶神乘之，大宜詳審，不可輕動也。賴中傳戌蛇沖辰虎，方不為害。占人年命在戌上，謂之破墓沖虎。或居巳上，二戌沖辰，眾凶皆散也。

The day stem is covered by water from the zi water, and the day branch has the壬 water emerging, resulting in two layers of water that overcome the day stem. How can the ding fire withstand such a strong extinguishing force? The first transmission is si and the final transmission is mao, which surround the day branch's chen earth in front and behind, leading to a favorable omen of moving house or renovating a residence. However, the chen earth is combined with the hai water, forming a burial situation, and the white tiger evil spirit is riding upon it, so one must be especially cautious and not act hastily. Fortunately, the teng snake in the middle transmission on the xu position can break through the white tiger on the chen, thus avoiding harm. If the person's birth stem falls on xu, it is called 'breaking the burial and attacking the white tiger'; or if the birth stem falls on si, the two xus will attack the chen, and all the evils will disperse.

斷曰：鑄印之課，大宜求官見貴，君子占則吉。子水克丁，辰土克亥。若占官訟，必兩敗俱傷，所謂彼此全傷者也。

Overall interpretation: The casting of an official seal divination is most suitable for seeking official positions and encountering esteemed people; if a gentleman seeks this divination, it will be auspicious. However, the water of the branch 'Zi' overcomes the fire of 'Ding', and the earth of 'Chen' overcomes the water of 'Hai'. If this divination is used for legal matters, it will certainly result in mutual harm, which is what is meant by both parties suffering damage.

天時：大風無雨。家宅：身宅俱傷，惟貴家則吉，亦防孝服。功名：大吉。求財：可得，不宜取之太急。婚姻：女甚兇狠，成之不吉。胎產：主得貴子。謁貴：未必得見。疾病：腎水大虧，恐不能治。出行：墓神臨馬，不能動身。行人：即歸。失脫：可以尋見。兵戰：以主勝客，有萬里封侯之象。

Heavenly Conditions: Strong winds but no rain. Family Residence: Both body and house are damaged; only the wealthy will be fortunate, but also beware of mourning. Achievements: Very auspicious. Seeking Wealth: You can obtain it, but do not pursue it too urgently. Marriage: The woman is very fierce; getting married to her is not auspicious. Pregnancy: Indicates the birth of a noble son. Meeting Authorities: You may not meet them. Illness: Great deficiency of kidney water, possibly difficult to cure. Travel: The tomb god is suppressing the post-horse, making movement impossible. A Wayfarer: Will return soon. Lost Items: Can be found. Warfare: The main army will defeat the guest army, indicating a possibility of being awarded a marquisate a thousand miles away.

畢法云：支乘墓鬼有伏尸，彼此全傷防兩損，制鬼之位乃良醫。占驗：九月辰將加亥占病曰：課得鑄印，占病不吉。兩蛇夾墓，白虎入宅。支墓臨支克支，三日內必死。課經：未年二月，戌將加巳，亥命占功名，曰：歲月日命馬俱在巳，發用又遇天魁太常，為官爵課，無官得官，有官進爵。

The "Bifa Fu" says: "When the branch is riding on the tomb ghost, there are hidden corpses in the house." If the day branch is riding on the tomb ghost, there are hidden corpses in the house causing disturbances. "When both sides are completely injured, be cautious of mutual damage." Both sides suffer injuries, so be careful of mutual harm. "The position that controls the ghost is the good doctor." The position that can control the official ghost is where the good doctor is located. The attached divination verification: In the ninth month, using the辰 general added to亥 to divinate illness, the interpretation said the lesson formed the casting seal, which is not auspicious for illness; two snakes enclosing the tomb, the white tiger also entering the house; the tomb spirit of the day branch is added to the day branch and overcomes it, death will certainly occur within three days. The "Ke Jing" records: In the second month of the year of Wei, using the戌 general added to巳, a person born in the year of Hai divined about official rank, the interpretation said that the sovereign, month builder, day branch, personal destiny, and post-horse all gathered on巳, and the initiating transmission also met Tian Gui and Tai Chang, which is an official rank lesson. Those without official rank can obtain it, and those with official rank can advance in rank.

課體：重審，曲直，不備，迴環。課義：人豐宅隘，後失倚賴，三傳皆空，晝將駔儈。

"Reversal" refers to the three transmissions not going beyond the four lessons. The meaning of the lesson states: the three transmissions are in the wood cycle, generating me but also draining the dwelling, hence the people and households are flourishing but the dwellings are narrow; later on, one will lose the person relied upon, because the three transmissions successively fall into emptiness; the heavenly general during the day is like a market broker, appearing to help but actually deceiving secretly.

解曰：支來克干，為上門亂首。但亥卯未合為木局，生干脫宅，是人豐宅隘也。殊不知未亥皆空，而亥乃晝貴，既陷空地，後必失其倚賴矣。晝將皆土，又來脫干，特假三傳之生，以暗肆其欺罔，非駔儈而何。卯為於之父母，乘太常臨支，宅中必有婚禮之喜。或開設布帛酒食店肆，後必長進。迴環之格，三傳不離四課，凡事可成，惟不宜解釋憂疑。亥加未，酉加巳，兩貴立受克之方，難以干貴。

The day branch is being overcome by the day stem, which is called "upstairs disordering the head." However, the three branches亥, 卯, and 未 form a wooden trinity, which generates and supports the day stem but also drains the residence. Therefore, there will be many people in the household but the house is small. But it is not known that both 未 and 亥 fall into kongwang, and 亥 is actually the nobleman of the day. Since the nobleman is in kongwang, there will certainly be a loss of support in the future. The heavenly generals of the day are all of earth nature, and they also drain the energy of the day stem. Although they appear to support the day stem through the three transmissions, they actually deceive secretly. This is nothing but a broker or a merchant. 卯 is the parent爻 of the day stem, and it is accompanied by tai chang and rests on the day branch. Therefore, there will certainly be joy from marriage in the house, or a shop dealing in silk and wine and food, and there will be progress in the future. This is a circular pattern. The three transmissions do not go beyond the four lessons, so all matters can be accomplished, but it is not suitable for explaining doubts and fears. 亥 is placed on 未 and 酉 is placed on 巳, and these two noblemen are in positions of being overcome, making it difficult to rely on them for help.

斷曰：三傳曲直逢空，有材大而不中繩墨之象。事從內起，禍由婦人，止宜守舊，不宜動作謀為。

Overall interpretation: The three transmissions form a curved and straight wooden structure yet encounter kongwang, resembling large timber that does not fit the measuring rope and rules. The matter originates internally, with the trouble stemming from a woman. It is advisable to maintain the existing situation and avoid any actions or plans.

天時：有雷無雨。家宅：平常，守舊則吉。功名：有文無官，冬季占則吉。求財：卯遁辛財，取之自獲。謁貴：兩貴受克，難於干貴。婚姻：女益男家，或繫舊親，成之吉。胎產：女胎不育。疾病：肝病，宜祈禱。求謀：止宜文書尊長之事。出行：未必遂意。行人：卯為門戶，末傳臨之，行人至門。兵戰；中止之象。

Heavenly conditions: Thunder occurs but no rain. Family home: Ordinary and unremarkable, but auspicious if one remains conservative. Career: There are documents but no official stars, which is auspicious in winter. Seeking wealth: The metal of辛 gold escapes through the卯 position, so one can naturally obtain wealth. Seeking the nobleman: Both noblemen are afflicted, making it difficult to rely on a nobleman for affairs. Marriage: The woman benefits the man's family, or it is an old acquaintance, and the marriage is auspicious. Pregnancy: A female fetus is not viable. Illness: A disease of the liver, which is suitable for prayer. Seeking strategies: It is only suitable for matters related to documents and superiors. Traveling: It is unlikely to be satisfactory. A traveler: The卯 represents the gate, and the final transmission is directly above it, indicating that the traveler has already reached the gate. Military conflict: There is an appearance of ceasing battle midway.

畢法云：鬼乘天乙乃神祇，兩貴受克難干貴，眷屬豐盈居狹宅。指掌賦云：未亥卯為從吉，待時而動。又云：大吉小吉作勾陳，鬥爭田地。

The "Bi Fa Fu" says: "Ghost riding the Heavenly Ethical (Tian Yi) becomes a deity," meaning that official ghosts riding the nobleman indicate the matter involves divine beings; "Two noblemen being overcome find it hard to rely on noblemen," meaning that when two noblemen are defeated, it is difficult to depend on noblemen for affairs; "Numerous family members living in a narrow house," meaning many family members reside in a small dwelling. The "Zhi Zhang Fu" says: the branches Wei, Hai, and Mao are called "From Good," and one should wait for the right opportunity before taking action; it also says: Daji (Chou) and Xiaoji (Wei) with Gou Chen on top indicate disputes over land.

課體：昴星，斬關，炎上。課義：四虎來咥，宜守術業，火局臨木，受用不乏。

"The昴星" lesson has no mutual control among the four lessons and no remote control. On a yang day, the god at You (酉) is used as the initiating transmission; this lesson is also called "White Tiger Watching." "Inflaming Ascendancy" refers to the three transmissions forming a fire trinity with Yin, Wu, and Xu. The lesson meaning says: four white tigers open their mouths to bite; it is only suitable to guard one's skills and profession for a living; the fire trinity presses upon wood, and wood can generate fire, so enjoyment will not be lacking.

解曰：兩寅乘虎，共四虎也，凡占至驚至危。戌墓乘蛇后臨干，凶而不可守也。初傳午祿，雖為旬空，賴龍合木將生之。又龍合為術業，故為可守。火局臨於木上，木能生火，其生自不能已矣。且火能生干上神之土，而土生寅遁之庚，支財受用，豈得空乏哉。

There are two tigers on the寅, and together with others, there are four tigers in total. Any divination with such a configuration is extremely alarming and dangerous. The戌 is the Storage of丁 fire, and it also carries the Teng Snake, Heavenly Empress, and is overlaid on the day stem, making it very dangerous and unable to be defended. The first transmission is 午 fire, which is the禄神 of丁, although it falls into the旬空, it is entirely supported by the Azure Dragon and Liu He, two wood nature heavenly generals that nourish it. The Azure Dragon and Liu He also govern the arts and crafts industry, so this place can still be held. The fire element is pressed upon the wood, and wood can nourish fire, so this nourishing trend naturally cannot be stopped. Moreover, fire can nourish the earth god on the day stem, and earth can nourish the庚 metal that has escaped from寅, so the wealth on the day branch can be obtained, and there will be no shortage.

斷曰：虎視之課，發用無力，百凡未得稱心。華蓋覆日，又日生上神，主虛費百出，昏沉不樂。孤辰發傳，主人有別離。

Overall interpretation: In the Tiger Watching chart, the initiating transmission lacks strength, leading to dissatisfaction in all matters. The Huagai deity covers the day stem, and the day stem generates the deity above it, indicating frequent losses, mental confusion, and unhappiness. The Guchen deity enters the three transmissions, suggesting separation in human affairs.

天時：主晴。家宅：昴星逢蛇虎，必多怪異虛驚。功名：龍化為蛇，日漸蕭索。求財：寅上遁庚，雖得亦驚危之財。謁貴：無力。婚姻：女淫而惡，不可成。胎產：男孕，產時恐有驚危。疾病：年命遇辰，尚可望生，餘難救。出行：干支俱生上神，防有失脫。行人：中傳空亡，半途有阻。爭訟：以凶制凶，反可為福。盜逃：中途匿藏。兵戰：彼此相持，兵連禍結。

Heavenly conditions: indicate clear weather. Family home: the昴star lesson meets Teng Snake and White Tiger, which will surely bring many strange occurrences and unnecessary frights. Achieving fame: Azure Dragon transforms into Teng Snake, leading to gradual decline and coldness. Seeking wealth: the庚metal escapes from寅, although wealth can be obtained, it is accompanied by anxiety. Seeking officials: no effectiveness. Marriage: the woman is lustful and evil-minded, so the marriage cannot be successful. Pregnancy: the child is a boy, but there may be danger during childbirth. Disease: if the person's destiny meets the辰earth, there is still hope for recovery, but otherwise, it is difficult to save. Traveling: the day stem and day branch both go to generate the heavenly spirits above, causing the energy to leak outward, so theft should be guarded against. A traveler: the middle transmission falls into Kongwang, so there will be obstacles on the way. Disputes: using violence to suppress violence may turn into good fortune. Theft and escape: the person who ran away has hidden halfway. Warfare: both sides are in a stalemate, leading to continuous conflicts and disasters.

畢法云：避難逃生須棄舊，虎視逢虎力難施，華蓋覆日人昏晦。秘要云：干上墓不可守，遂投初祿，卻值旬空。棄祿再歸干墓，終不可受。又投末傳長生，奈逢白虎，止宜困守宅中，受驚危之長生耳，是謂避難逃生。

The *Bifa Fu* says: "To avoid danger and escape, one must abandon the old," meaning that to evade disaster and preserve life, one must give up previous conditions; "A tiger watching meets a tiger, strength cannot be exerted," meaning that when a lesson with the昴 star (tiger watching) meets the White Tiger, power cannot be effectively used; "Huagai covers the sun, people are confused and unclear," meaning that when the Huagai star covers the day stem, human affairs become obscure and unclear. The *Miyao* says: if the day stem is on a Storage (storage), it cannot be held onto, so one turns to the first transmission's禄神 (favorable god), but again encounters the旬空 (empty period); abandoning the禄神 and returning to the day stem's墓, one ultimately cannot benefit; then turning to the final transmission's Growth (growth), but again meets the White Tiger. Thus, one can only remain confined at home, enduring a constant state of anxiety and fear, which is called avoiding danger and escaping.

課體：重審，間傳，極陰。課義：自用傳辰，禮下於人，財為破碎，妻婢傷身。

"Extreme Yin" refers to the three transmissions moving backward to the most Yin position, which are Chou, Hai, and You. The lesson states: the lesson originates from the day stem and transmits toward the day branch, indicating that I have a request for others, and thus must lower my posture and treat them with courtesy; the wealth hexagram also carries the破碎 gold煞, meaning that the wife and servant women become the root of harm to oneself.

解曰：干傳干支，蓋我有求於彼，自不得不禮下於人也。干上發用兩酉，妻婢之象，乘破碎金煞，且火死於酉，絕於亥。丑加亥為遺洩，必因妻婢以喪敗其身也，占者可以知所戒矣。占人年命在申，貴人拱定，必得兩貴成就其事。日上見財，主妻不安，財不聚，末助初財，占婚尤的。丑加亥，夜乘太常，凡有求望，必涉水過橋。

The divination course flows from the day stem to the day branch, indicating that the seeker is seeking something from the other party, thus naturally having to lower their posture and show respect. The initiating transmission on the day stem shows two You, which represent the wife and servant, and they are accompanied by the Shattered Metal calamity. Moreover, the fire element Ding is in the state of death in You and in the state of extinction in Hai. The branch Chou is placed on Hai, indicating a leakage, showing that it must be due to the wife and servant that the seeker's fortune is ruined. The diviner can thus know what to be cautious about. If the diviner's own birth stem is Shen, the two noblemen are supporting and enclosing, ensuring that the matter will be completed by the two noblemen together. Seeing wealth on the day stem indicates that the wife is unstable and wealth cannot be retained; the final transmission supporting the initial transmission of wealth is especially accurate when divining about marriage. Chou placed on Hai, with the Tai Chang deity present at night, indicates that any request or hope must be achieved by crossing water and bridges.

斷曰：重審之卦，貴人差迭，凡事少喜多嗔。三傳又名極陰，而逢間傳，進中有阻，事體不甚明白。

Overall interpretation: The review of the course shows the nobleman appearing in a wrong order, leading to less joy and more anger in all matters. The three transmissions are also called "extreme yin," and they meet the condition of passing by position, with obstacles in the forward movement, making the matters unclear all along.

天時：主晴。家宅：間傳凝陰，昏滯酒色，若年命上乘陽明之神，便可轉凶為吉。功名：功名順利，初時不無所費。求財：宜得貴人之財，但有分耗之者。謁貴：宜專心歸一，莫使尖擔兩頭脫。婚姻：可成，美而且賢，且日後家道隆盛。胎產：女孕，亦易產。求謀：百事可成。疾病：洩瀉虛癆之症，求西北方醫之則吉。出行：水陸皆通，前途無礙。行人：即歸。逃亡：自歸。兵戰：無意於爭，終歸和解。

Heavenly conditions: Favorable for clear weather. Family affairs: The influence spreads through the opposite position, with condensed yin energy causing people to feel drowsy and indulge in wine and women; if the person's destiny is supported by the Yangming deity, misfortune can be turned into good fortune. Achievements: Success in official matters is smooth, but initial efforts may involve some expense. Seeking wealth: It is advisable to seek wealth along the path of the nobleman, but someone may take a portion away. Seeking officials: One should focus on one direction, avoiding the situation of being stretched too thin. Marriage: It can be successful, with the woman being both beautiful and virtuous, and the family's fortune will flourish in the future. Pregnancy: The child is a girl, and childbirth will be easy. Seeking strategies: All matters can be accomplished. Illness: Suffering from diarrhea or weakness, seeking medical help in the northwest is favorable. Travel: Both water and land routes are open, with no obstacles ahead. Travelers: Will return soon. Runaways: The person who ran away will return by themselves. Warfare: There was no intention to fight, but eventually peace is reached.

畢法云：晝夜貴加求兩貴，我求彼事干傳支，鬼乘天乙乃神祇。古鑑：亥生人，五月申將加午占前程，曰：破碎加干，必因費財得官。九丑在宅，主淫亂。在本命，主貪色。末傳又見丑作陰加在官星。太陰者，陰晦也，當因色而死。

The "Bifa Fu" states: "Day and night, the nobleman should be combined with two noblemen," meaning that during the day and night, the nobleman should be combined with two noblemen, allowing one to seek help from two noblemen at the same time; "I seek another's matter through the transmission and branch," meaning that the course of the divination starts from the day stem and transmits to the day branch, indicating that I am seeking help from others; "The ghost rides the heavenly yi and becomes a deity," meaning that if the official ghost is riding the nobleman, the offense is related to the divine. The "Gujian" records a case: a person born in the year of亥, used the hour of申 as the general in May to divinate about his future. The divination said: the broken fragment evil star is added to the day stem, indicating that he must spend money to obtain official position; the nine shame god is in the residence, indicating that there is disorder in the family, if it falls on his own birth year, it indicates that he himself is lustful; the final transmission also shows the丑 branch with the Tai Yin riding on it and added to the official star, Tai Yin is dark and obscure, indicating that this person will die due to female lust.

課體：重審，連茹。課義：三傳財喜，人宅化鬼，仔細推詳，病死墓矣。

The lesson says: The three transmissions, Shen, You, and Xu, are all wealth for Ding fire, which is generally favorable; but unfortunately, this metal is used to generate the water of Hai and Zi in the house, and the water turns into official ghosts to overcome the day stem. Both person and house have become ghosts. Upon careful examination, Shen is the place of illness, You is the place of death, and Xu is the place of burial, precisely falling into the three places of illness, death, and burial.

解曰：申酉戌全是西方金氣，為丁之財，誠可喜也。但生宅上亥子之水，化鬼克干，則美者翻不美矣。況丁火病於申，死於酉，墓於戌，財之險危，孰有過於此哉。官爻臨支，若以財告貴，可以捐納得官，占升遷亦吉。順連茹申酉戌曰流金，如霜橋走馬，凡事俱要小心謹慎。

Shen, You, and Xu all belong to the western metal element, which is the wealth for Ding fire, and this is indeed favorable. However, this metal generates the water in the residential branch's Zi and Hai, which turns into official ghosts to overcome the day stem. What was originally good has now become bad. Moreover, Ding fire is in a state of illness in Shen, death in You, and burial in Xu, so the danger of wealth is even more severe. When the official element is present in the day branch, if one uses wealth to bribe the nobleman, one can obtain an official position through donation, and this is favorable for promotion. When Shen, You, and Xu follow each other in sequence, it is called "flowing gold," like riding a horse on a frost-covered bridge, so one must be cautious in all matters.

斷曰：重審之卦，連茹而進，有進易退難之象。事防再舉，病防再發。支上神作鬼，凡有憂患，必然發自宅中。

Overall interpretation: Re-examining the lesson with the three transmissions connected in sequence, it indicates an easy progress and difficulty in retreat. Matters should be cautious of a possible resurgence, and illness should be wary of a potential recurrence. The deity at the day's branch becomes the official ghost, meaning that any troubles will certainly originate from the family residence.

天時：主晴。家宅：財旺生官，當有納粟奏名之喜。功名：名利雙全，有求必得。求財：春夏占之，必有所獲。謁貴：夜占得貴人力。婚姻：晝占大吉。胎產：女喜，恐難產。疾病：干支夾定三傳，恐有益脹關隔之症；秋冬占之更不利。求謀：皆吉。出行：陸路可行，水路恐有風濤之險。行人：先有信，即日可至。逃亡：不能遠去，宜速捕之。兵戰：客來生主，可得敵人之糧。

Heavenly conditions: indicate clear weather. Family affairs: wealth is flourishing and generating official status, there will be good news of obtaining official titles through donations and taxes. Achieving official rank: both fame and profit are gained, and whatever is sought will be obtained. Seeking wealth: if the divination is done in spring or summer, there will certainly be some gain. Seeking the help of a nobleman: if the divination is done at night, one can receive the assistance of a nobleman. Marriage: if the divination is done during the day, it is very auspicious. Pregnancy and childbirth: there is good news of giving birth to a daughter, but there is fear that the delivery will be difficult. Disease: if the day stem and day branch enclose the three transmissions, there is a risk of bloating and blockage of the passages; divination in autumn or winter is even more unfavorable. Seeking opportunities: all matters are auspicious. Traveling: traveling by land is possible, but traveling by water may be dangerous due to wind and waves. A traveler: there will be a letter arriving first, and the person will arrive on the same day. A person fleeing: they will not go far, and it is advisable to pursue them quickly. Warfare: the enemy army will generate the main army, and it is possible to capture the enemy's supplies.

畢法云：后合占婚豈用媒，所謀多拙遭羅網，全財病體難擔荷。指南：七月巳將加辰占逮問，曰：發用皇詔坐空，蛇虎二墓加臨卯酉，此為墓門開，必至重疊死喪。又傳將劫殺，丁火病死，墓絕俱見，全無救解矣。果廷杖死三人。

The "Bifa Fu" says: "When the Heavenly Empress combines with Liu He, marriage does not require a matchmaker." If the Heavenly Empress and Liu He appear together in a divination for marriage, it is unnecessary to use a matchmaker. "Those who plan things often act clumsily and fall into a trap." If one's plans are clumsy, they will be trapped. "Complete wealth but a sick body cannot bear the burden." Although wealth is complete, if the person is sick, they cannot bear the burden. The "Zhinan" records: In July, using the巳 general added to the辰 to divinate about being arrested and interrogated, the judgment says: The initiating transmission's imperial decree sits on Kongwang. The Teng Snake and White Tiger are both at the Tomb Spirit positions over卯 and酉, which is called "the gate of the tomb opens," inevitably leading to continuous deaths. The three transmissions also have the Heavenly General accompanied by劫杀. The diseases, death, tomb, and decline of the丁 fire all appear, with no way to save or relieve. Later, indeed, three people were beaten to death by the court.

課體：伏吟，元胎。課義：晝虎甲申，夜龍馬寅，迤邐克干，閉口無迍。

The lesson says: If divining in the daytime, the middle transmission has the Jia wood rising and riding on the White Tiger; if divining at night, the final transmission has the Yin wood which is both the Post-horse and riding on the Azure Dragon. The three transmissions successively overcome the day stem. Fortunately, the initiating transmission's Si fire has become sealed, so as long as one does not speak much, there will be no obstacles.

解曰：德祿發用而閉口，不可守也。動則逢中傳之晝虎，末傳之寅鬼，驚危甚矣。況初克中，中克末，末克干，迤邐克來，不為眾人所欺乎。常人須防陰私攻訐，朝官須防臺諫彈章。倘能深自檢束謹慎，則發用之閉口，適所以自全也。巳為德祿美神，動而引入寅鬼，經所謂變克番為兩面刀也。然而末寅復助初傳之巳火而生干，必有人暗地相助，漸至亨嘉，所謂苦去甘來者是已。

The day stem and its virtue and禄 are both initiating the transmission, yet they form a closed mouth, unable to hold on. As soon as there is movement, it meets the White Tiger in the middle transmission and the寅 wood official ghost in the final transmission, which is very dangerous. Moreover, the first transmission overcomes the middle, the middle overcomes the final, and the final overcomes the day stem, with each layer overcoming the next, how can one avoid being bullied by others? Ordinary people should beware of someone using private matters to attack them, while officials in court should be cautious of accusations from the advisory officials. If one can restrain oneself deeply and be cautious in all matters, then the closed mouth from the initiating transmission becomes a way of self-protection.巳 is originally a beautiful deity of virtue and禄, but once it is activated, it brings in the寅 wood official ghost. The classic text says, "a change from overcoming becomes a double-edged sword," exactly referring to this. However, the寅 wood in the final transmission turns back to help the巳 fire in the first transmission to nourish the day stem. This indicates that there must be someone secretly helping, gradually leading to prosperity and good fortune, which is called the transition from hardship to ease.

斷曰：伏吟之卦，官祿德馬俱動，最利求官。且勾陳捧印，螣蛇生角，名利之途，利有攸往矣。末助初傳，生起日干，薦舉亦自有人，惟不宜年命上神剋制寅木。

Total interpretation: AHidden Chant lesson with the official star,禄神, day virtue, and The Post-horse all activated, is most favorable for seeking official positions. With Gou Chen supporting the seal and Teng Snake emerging prominently, it is suitable to pursue fame and fortune by moving forward. The final transmission supports the initial one, generating the day stem, so recommendations will naturally come. However, it is not suitable for the heavenly stem controlling the earthly branch to restrain寅 wood.

天時：風和日暖。家宅：胎神在支，當有胎孕；七月占，防有墮胎及鼓盆之戚。功名：謹言慎行，庶免過愆。求財：干上遁癸，戊與癸合，求財可得。謁貴：不見。婚姻：可成。胎產：男喜，或雙生，產順利。求謀：不能遂意。疾病：或停食傷寒，或噤口痢疾，日醫得力，可治。出行：不能起程。行人：未至。兵戰：各守疆界，主能勝客。

Heavenly circumstances: Wind is gentle and the sun is warm. Family affairs: The Fetal Spirit (fetus deity) is located in the day branch, indicating a possible pregnancy; if divined in July, there is a risk of miscarriage and sorrow from the loss of a wife. Achieving fame: Be cautious in speech and action to avoid mistakes. Seeking wealth: A癸 water is hidden on the day stem, and戊 and癸 are in harmony, so wealth can be obtained. Meeting officials: Not possible. Marriage: Can be successful. Childbirth: The joy of a son or twins, with a smooth delivery. Seeking strategies: Not to one's satisfaction. Illness: Either accumulation of food or cold injury, or dysentery with locked jaws; the deity of medicine is powerful and can be treated. Traveling: Unable to move. A traveler: Not yet arrived. Warfare: Each side defends its own territory, the defending army will defeat the invading army.

畢法云：虎乘遁鬼殃非淺，賓主不投刑在上。三車一覽云：晝占白虎作長生，乃不幸中之幸。夜占青龍作日鬼，乃幸中之不幸。

The *Bi Fa Fu* says: "White Tiger riding on the hidden official ghost brings great calamity," meaning that when the White Tiger is combined with the hidden official ghost, the disaster is severe; "the host and guest do not align, and punishment is above," indicating that when the heavenly stem and earthly branch are in mutual punishment, the host and guest are incompatible. The *San Che Yi Lian* states: if divining in the daytime and the White Tiger is seated in the position of growth, it is a fortunate outcome among misfortunes; if divining at night and the Azure Dragon takes the position of the day stem's official ghost, it is an unfortunate outcome among blessings.

課體：知一，連茹，斬關。課義：墓神覆日，丁處家庭，發用元武，盜賊後行。

The lesson says: the tomb god, the earth dog, covers and presses down on the day stem, indicating the person is dull and obstructed; the active god Ding is located in the day branch, suggesting changes in the family home; the heavenly general Yuanwu, which governs thieves, is the initiating transmission, indicating thieves are secretly watching; it is called 'after' because the initiating transmission戌 is located after the four lessons.

解曰：辰為干之墓而覆日，自身昏滯矣。亥為旬丁而臨支，家宅變更矣。元武為盜賊之神而發用，盜賊窺伺矣。其曰後行者，因戌在四課發用故也。三傳自墓傳生，為先迷後醒。申虎遁甲為鬼，可畏之甚，所謂虎乘遁鬼者也。況白虎臨申，謂之含刀，其禍尤烈。戌雖臨武，然能沖開辰之墓庫。酉申雖洩干氣，亦能制鬼，可以化凶為吉。

Chen is the storage place for Wu earth and covers the day stem, causing the self to become confused and blocked. Hai is the Ding god of this ten-day period and is located on the day branch, indicating that the family dwelling will need to change. Yuanwu is a heavenly general associated with thieves and is the initiating transmission, so thieves are secretly watching. The reason for saying 'later movement' is because Xu is located later in the four lessons and is the initiating transmission. The three transmissions move from the storage place to the place of growth, indicating first confusion and then clarity. Shen is occupied by Baihu and also hides out as Jia wood as official ghosts, which is especially dangerous, exactly as described by 'Baihu riding hidden ghosts'. Moreover, Baihu is on Shen, called 'containing a knife', indicating especially severe calamity. Although Xu is riding Yuanwu, it can break open Chen's storage; even though You and Shen release the energy of the day stem, they can also control the official ghosts, so it is still possible to transform misfortune into good fortune.

斷曰：知一之課，進退踟躕，必先退而後進。雖遲無咎，事有關隔，亦防失脫。夜占不免私意重疊也。

Overall interpretation: The divination indicates that the matter involves hesitation and uncertainty, and one must first take a step back before proceeding forward. Although the progress is slow, there will be no mistakes. However, there may be obstacles in getting things done, and there is also a risk of theft. If this divination is done at night, it is likely to be plagued by a series of selfish and distracting thoughts.

天時：陰而不雨。家宅：防失脫：有變更，又有恩中招怨之象。功名：不能遂意。求財：彼雖有財，而已有懶取之意。謁貴：不得力。婚姻：不利。胎產：女喜，難產。疾病：因財喜飲食得病，辰戌沖墓，子孫出現，尚可醫救。求謀：凡事皆有阻隔。出行：墓神覆日，魁坐天門，不能出外。行人：將至。逃亡：捕之不獲，恐防反噬。兵戰：宜靜待之。墳葬：乙庚立向，可以發丁。

Heavenly conditions: cloudy but not raining. Family residence: be cautious of theft, there will be changes in the household, and there is a meaning of showing kindness but inviting resentment. Achievements: not to one's satisfaction. Seeking wealth: the other party may have wealth, but oneself is too lazy to obtain it. Seeking officials: not effective. Marriage: unfavorable. Pregnancy and childbirth: the joy of a female child, but difficult labor. Disease: illness caused by money matters and excessive eating; the conflict between Chen and Xu can open the storage, with the appearance of the son and daughter trigram, and it can be cured. Seeking strategies: all matters are obstructed. Traveling: the tomb god covers the day stem, and the brilliant star is sitting on the heavenly gate, so one cannot travel far. A person on the way: will arrive soon. Escape: cannot be caught, and one should also be cautious of being bitten back. Warfare: it is suitable to hold back and wait quietly. Burial: setting the direction of Yi mountain and Geng direction can enhance the prosperity of descendants.

畢法云：魁度天門關隔定，虎乘遁鬼殃非淺。指掌賦云：戌酉申為反駕，主行肅殺之道。照膽秘訣云：日陰剋日日戴墓，暗鈍抑塞多齟齬。纂要云：亥為財，乘丁加支，必因妻財而動。

The "Bifa Fu" says: "The Qiu Star passes through the Heavenly Gate, and the situation is fixed." When the Qiu Star crosses the Heavenly Gate, the obstruction becomes definite. "The White Tiger rides on the hidden ghost, bringing serious calamity." When the White Tiger is combined with the hidden ghost, the official ghost brings great misfortune. The "Zhipang Fu" says: the branches of Xu, You, and Shen connected in reverse order are called "Fanjia," indicating the implementation of a severe and punitive approach. The "Zhaodan Miaoji" says: when the day's hidden element overcomes the day's stem and the day's stem is in its墓 position, the person is dull and confused, with obstacles everywhere and frequent conflicts. The "Zuanyao" says: Hai is the wealth element. If the Ding God is on top of the day's branch, there will certainly be actions related to wife and wealth.

課體：重審，勵德，間傳，極陰。課義：彼次遭苦，常防門戶，仕宦如逢，榮耀宗祖。

"Li De" refers to the Nobleman positioned on卯 or 酉, which are positions of yin and yang transition; the three transmissions 丑, 亥, and 酉 also belong to the intermediate transmission and extreme yin. The meaning of the divination says: both he and I will undergo hardship, ordinary people should beware of domestic unrest; if a government official encounters this situation, he may achieve success and fame, bringing glory to his ancestors.

解曰：戊被卯克，子被戌克，是人與己皆受其殃也。卯為門，子卯相刑，則門戶有不安之象矣。然丑居卯上，貴人臨之而作日之官星，則功遂名立，榮耀宗祖之兆也。雀鬼加干，朝官恐遭彈劾，不宜上書言事。辰主新而戌主舊。卯與戌合，木能克土，凡事皆宜棄舊圖新。中末亥酉，當戒酒色。

TheWu Earth is being overcome by the卯 wood, and the子 water is being overcome by the戌 earth, indicating that both the other party and oneself will suffer from this misfortune. The卯 represents the gate, and since the子 and卯 are in mutual conflict, there is an indication of instability at the gate. However, the丑 earth is located above the卯 wood, with a nobleman (贵人) intervening and acting as the official star for the day stem. This is a sign of achieving fame and success, bringing glory to the ancestors. The Vermilion Bird (朱雀) transforms into the official ghost (官鬼) and is placed upon the day stem, suggesting that officials in government may face accusations and should avoid submitting petitions. The辰 represents new beginnings, while the戌 represents the old. Since the卯 and戌 are in harmony, the wood can overcome the earth, indicating that in all matters one should abandon the old and seek the new. The middle transmission is亥 water and the final transmission is酉 metal, so one should avoid indulgence in alcohol and lust.

斷曰：以下克上，凡事有抑塞之象。傳見極陰，更見阻隔，亦防陰小有災。大吏主有升遷，小吏須防降黜。

Overall interpretation: There is a situation where the lower overcomes the upper, and all matters carry an image of suppression and blockage. The three transmissions show extreme yin, making the obstruction even heavier. Also, one should be cautious of disasters involving women and children. Higher-ranking officials are indicated to have promotion, while lower-ranking officials should beware of demotion or dismissal.

天時：主晴。家宅：干支上神相合，人宅安和，但宜禁酒色。功名：貴官相加，利於仕進。求財：本分之財可得。謁貴：晝占主貴人來助。婚姻：不吉。胎產：漏胎，難育。疾病：因口舌是非而起，遂成鬱隔，醫治有效，宜謝土神。求謀：事不由己。出行：陸路可行。行人：漸次可以到門。逃亡：日久自露。兵戰：勾能制武，宜先動以勝之。

Heavenly conditions: Favorable for clear weather. Family home: The day stem and day branch are in harmony, indicating peace and harmony between people and the household, but one should avoid alcohol and lust. Career: The nobleman and official star are in conjunction, which is favorable for advancement in officialdom. Seeking wealth: One can obtain wealth within one's proper share. Seeking the nobleman: During the day, the nobleman will come to assist. Marriage: Unfavorable. Pregnancy and childbirth: The fetal energy leaks, making it difficult to raise the child. Disease: Caused by disputes and conflicts, leading to blockage and obstruction; treatment is effective, and it is also advisable to offer thanks to the earth deity. Seeking strategies: Matters are not under one's control. Travel: Travel by land is possible. A traveler: Will gradually reach the door. Fleeing: After some time, the act will naturally be exposed. Warfare: Gou Chen can control Black Tortoise, so it is advisable to take the initiative and win.

畢法云：彼此全傷防兩損。課經云：天乙立於卯酉，為勵德課。蓋卯酉為陰陽交易之位，貴人由之而遷易。如日辰陰陽在天乙後，為微服格，主君子遷官，小人退職。如日辰陰陽在天乙前，為蹉跎格，主小人進職，君子退位。

The *Bifa Fu* says: "When both sides are injured, beware of mutual harm." When both parties are harmed, one should be cautious of mutual loss. The *Ke Jing* states: if the Heavenly Nobleman is positioned on the卯 or 酉, it is called the "Lesson of Virtue." This is because the卯 and 酉 are positions of yin and yang transition, and the Nobleman rises and changes from these points. If the yin spirit of the day branch is after the Heavenly Nobleman, it is called the "Disguised Rank" pattern, indicating that the virtuous person will be promoted while the petty person is demoted. If the yin spirit of the day branch is before the Heavenly Nobleman, it is called the "Wasted Time" pattern, indicating that the petty person will be promoted while the virtuous person is demoted.

課體：涉害，元胎。課義：身及初傳，皆被鬼覘，墓恃申酉，甲乙天干。

The lesson says: The day stem and the first transmission's寅 wood are both being watched by official ghosts; originally relying on the day branch's酉 metal and the final transmission's申 metal to remove misfortune, but the heavenly stems hidden above 申 and 酉 are actually 甲 and 乙 wood, which instead add strength to the official ghosts.

解曰：寅臨干作用，乃日之鬼。若恃支上之酉，末傳之申，可以去禍。殊不知申酉遁甲乙，尤添鬼力，烏足恃哉。三傳寅申相沖，是末克初傳也。然申金生亥水，亥水生寅木，則又三傳遞生，而自下生上，更為有力。仕宦值此，必有暗中薦舉之人。夜占乘龍，前程尤為遠大。

The wood of寅 is added to the day stem and serves as the initiating transmission, which corresponds to the official ghost of the day stem戊. If one hopes to rely on the metal of酉 in the day branch and the metal of申 in the final transmission to remove misfortune, they do not realize that the heavenly stems hidden in申 and酉 are 甲 and 乙, which actually strengthen the official ghost instead, making such reliance unreliable. Within the three transmissions, the wood of寅 and the metal of申 clash, with the final transmission overcoming the first. However, the metal of申 generates the water of亥, and the water of亥 generates the wood of寅, forming a cycle of mutual generation among the three transmissions. This generation flows from below upwards, making the power even greater. Officials encountering this pattern will surely have someone secretly recommending them. If the divination is done at night and the dragon is present, their future prospects will be particularly promising.

斷曰：涉害之課，事出多端，又名元胎，凡事有更新之象。干上神作日干明鬼，支上遁乙，作日干暗鬼。庶人占此，必當官訟連綿，急切不能了結。

Overall interpretation: This is a complex situation known as "Yuan Tai," which signifies renewal. The day stem's heavenly stem is the day stem's clear ghost, and the hidden wood (Yi) emerging from the day branch is the day stem's hidden ghost. If common people encounter this pattern, they are certain to face continuous legal disputes that cannot be resolved in a short time.

天時：晝占晴，夜占雨。家宅：仕宦吉，常人凶，防婢妾起禍。功名：官星臨干發傳，利於仕進。求財：支財受生可望。謁貴：不宜。婚姻：財官俱全，可以成姻。胎產：女孕，恐防有傷。求謀：小利可覓。疾病：寅鬼居干，甲虎末傳，除一病復增一病。出行：青龍臨馬，到處亨衢。行人：即至。捕逃：難獲。兵戰：干支交脫，力屈財殫。

Heavenly conditions: During the day, the divination indicates clear weather; at night, it indicates rain. For the household: it is favorable for officials but unfavorable for ordinary people, and there is a risk of trouble from servants or concubines. For official rank: the official star is on the day stem and enters the three transmissions, which is favorable for advancement in official career. For seeking wealth: the wealth is on the day branch and is supported, so one can expect some gain. For seeking officials: it is not favorable. For marriage: if both the wealth and official signs are present, marriage can be achieved. For pregnancy: the child is a girl, and there may be some harm. For seeking opportunities: small profits can be obtained. For illness: the wood official ghost is on the day stem, and the final transmission on the monkey is occupied by Dun Jia with the tiger, so one illness is removed but another is added. For traveling: the Azure Dragon is with the post-horse, indicating smooth travel. For a traveler: he will arrive soon. For capturing a fugitive: it is difficult to capture. For military conflict: the day stem and day branch mutually weaken each other, indicating exhausted strength and loss of resources.

畢法云：虎乘遁鬼殃非淺。古鑑：子將卯時占升遷，曰：戊課在巳，午為青龍，去干一位，主來年升。支子至午七位，於十二月數至午，當至來年六月。午火生干寅，寅上見亥，亥中有壬，當在壬寅日。文視青龍，武視太常，凡占仿此。

The "Bifa Fu" states: "White Tiger riding on the hidden ghost brings serious calamity," meaning that when the White Tiger is combined with the hidden ghost, the official ghost brings great misfortune. The "Gujian" records a case where a divination was made at the time of卯 (Mao) for a prediction about promotion. It says: the lodgment palace of Wu is in巳 (Si), 午 (Wu) is the Azure Dragon, and the sun stem is one position away from the day stem, indicating promotion next year. Counting from the day branch 子 (Zi) to 午 (Wu) is seven positions, and counting from the twelfth month down to 午 (Wu) indicates it should happen in June of next year. The fire of 午 (Wu) nourishes the day stem's 寅 (Yin) wood, and 寅 (Yin) has 亥 (Hai), which contains 壬 (Ren), so it should occur on the day of Renyin (Renyin). For civil officials, look at the Azure Dragon; for military officials, look at Tai Chang. All divinations should be done according to this method.

課體：昴星，龍戰。課義：晝龍遁甲，有貴可壓，閉口隨時，虎藏檻柙。

"Dragon Struggle" refers to the conflict between yin and yang at the卯 and酉 positions. The lesson explains: if the divination is done in the daytime, the Azure Dragon is beneath with the Jia wood official ghost hidden; fortunately, there is a Nobleman pressing down on the墓 of Shen, which can subdue it; the initiating transmission of Si fire also forms a closed mouth, adapting to the situation; the White Tiger is then like being confined in a fence or cage.

解曰：申為白虎本位，乘龍蛇而遁甲鬼克干，至惡也。丑貴臨日，申之墓也，其勢可以壓伏。發用巳火，又能克之，不待言說。虎之勢，自然潛消於檻柙之中，而不敢肆其猙獰之性矣。課傳子與丑合，巳與申合；發用巳與申合，末傳丑與子合，陰神辰與酉合，所謂上下喜忻三六合也，凡事和合可成。

Shen is the original position of the White Tiger, and it is supported by the Azure Dragon and Teng Snake above, then the initiating transmission brings the official ghost of Jia wood to attack the day stem, which is extremelyvicious. The nobleman is present on Chou, which is also the storage of Shen, thus its power is sufficient to subdue the White Tiger. The initiating transmission's Si fire can also overcome Shen, so even more so. The fierce nature of the White Tiger naturally dissipates within the fence and cage, daring not to display its fierce essence. In the lesson and transmissions, Zi and Chou combine, Si and Shen combine, the initiating transmission's Si and Shen combine, the final transmission's Chou and Zi combine, and the hidden spirit Chen and You combine. This is exactly what is called upper and lower harmony, triple Liu He, and all matters that are harmonious can be accomplished.

斷曰：用起昴星，為虎視課，常有履尾咥人之憂。又名龍戰，常有朝乾夕惕之象。但巳申福祿交併，干支三傳，一團和氣。吉事多成，凶事亦能免禍。

Total interpretation: The initiating transmission starts from the昴 star, indicating a lesson of a tiger's gaze, often accompanied by worries of stepping on a tiger's tail and being bitten. It is also known as "Dragon Struggle," often showing signs of vigilance in the morning and evening, and not being careless. However,巳 and申 have mutual blessings and good fortune, and the day stem, day branch, and three transmissions are harmonious, so many good things can be accomplished and misfortunes can be avoided.

天時：無雨。家宅：人宅相宜，舉動順利，晝占更吉。功名：不顯。求財：支財受上辰之生，而與貴人相合，求財可得。謁貴：晝占得貴人幫扶。婚姻：可成，晝占女子端靜而美好。胎產：男喜，須得沖干支之日月，產方須利。求謀：諸事皆成。疾病：微恙，不妨。出行：遲疑未決。行人：未能即歸。失脫：尋之則獲在西方。逃亡：自歸。兵戰：晝占吉，夜占凶。墳葬：有白蟻食尸。

Heavenly Conditions: It will not rain. Family Residence: People and the house are in harmony, actions proceed smoothly, and it is even more favorable during the day. Official Rank: Not prominent. Seeking Wealth: The wealth in the day branch is generated by the earth element of the morning hour and is in harmony with the nobleman, so wealth can be obtained. Seeking the Nobleman: During the day, one can receive assistance from the nobleman. Marriage: It can be successful; during the day, the woman is dignified, quiet, and beautiful. Pregnancy and Childbirth: There is joy in having a son, but production will be smooth only after the day and month when the heavenly stem and earthly branch are in opposition. Seeking Opportunities: All matters can be accomplished. Disease: It is just a minor illness, not serious. Traveling: Indecisive. A Person on the Way: Will not return for some time. Lost Items: One can find them in the west. Runaway: The person will return on their own. Warfare: Favorable during the day, unfavorable at night. Burial: The grave site has white ants gnawing at the bones.

畢法云：交車相合交關利。課經云：未臨亥為貴登天門，六神藏，四煞沒，凡謀亨利，四孟月占尤的。緣四維為月將也。指掌賦云：丑遇天空為矮子，會申而為和尚。

The "Bi Fa Fu" says: "When the vehicles cross and combine, trade is beneficial." When two things intersect and combine, trade and exchanges are advantageous. The "Ke Jing" says: When the month general is at亥 (Hai), it is called "the noble one ascends the heavenly gate." The six spirits are hidden, the four evils vanish, and all plans are smooth and beneficial. This is especially true in the first months of the four quarters, because the four directions are the month generals at that time. The "Zhi Zhang Fu" says: When Chou (Chou) meets Tian Kong (Heavenly Void), it indicates a short person; when it meets Shen (Shen), it indicates a monk.

課體；重審，循環，贅婿，不備。課義：循環不已，馬載虎鬼，財自天來，進退難矣。

"Cycle" refers to the three transmissions all circulating within the four lessons without escaping; "赘婿" refers to the god of the day branch being added upon the day stem and being overcome by the day stem, like an in-law who has no autonomy. The meaning of the lesson states: the transmission cycles without end; the post-horse carries the white tiger and official ghost; wealth seems to fall from the sky; yet it is difficult to advance or retreat.

解曰：三傳不出四課，格號循環，吉凶皆不能成。止宜守舊，不宜動作。子水上乘龍蛇，臨干作用，可謂財自天來，不待謀求者矣。但末傳寅馬乘虎作鬼，常人須防疾病官非。若進而取財，則引入空鄉。退而守靜，則傳歸虎鬼。進退之間，實為兩難也。支神臨干，為戊所克，曰贅婿課。此為舍己從人，身不自由，凡事不快。

The three transmissions do not go beyond the four lessons, and this pattern is called "cyclic." Although it is auspicious, it does not bring actual good fortune, and although it is inauspicious, it does not bring actual misfortune. It is only suitable to maintain the existing situation and not to take any action. The water in the first transmission is supported by the Azure Dragon and the Teng Snake, and it is placed on the day stem as the initiating transmission. This is truly like wealth coming from heaven, without the need for effort to seek it. However, the final transmission, which is the wooden寅, is the Post-horse and is supported by the White Tiger, acting as the official ghost. Ordinary people should beware of illness and legal troubles. If they go forward to seek wealth, they will be led into the land of Kongwang; if they retreat to remain still, the three transmissions will return to the White Tiger and the official ghost. In this situation, whether they advance or retreat, they are really in a dilemma. The god in the day branch is placed on the day stem and is overcome by the earth stem Wu, which is called the "Son-in-Law Lesson." This represents abandoning oneself to obey others, being at the mercy of others, and not being able to act freely, leading to dissatisfaction in all matters.

斷曰：重審之卦，又名不備。占者必有節目未周，有始無終之象。若能屈意相從，委隨同眾，艱難中亦能進步。

General interpretation: This is known as "re-examination" and also called "incomplete." The person consulting the divination must have some aspects not fully considered, carrying the implication of something begun but not finished. If one can be willing to compromise and follow the majority, even in difficult circumstances, it is still possible to make some progress.

天時：夜占有雨。家宅：財氣甚好，從辛勤得之，猶恐所費不得其當。功名：有空名而無實際。求財：必得。謁貴：空不得力。婚姻：財爻獨實，可成。胎產：課傳見三胎神，必有重疊作胎。求謀：凡事宜急求之，遲恐不成。疾病：脾家之病，須治肝氣。出行：資斧甚豐，但馬陷虎空，不能行。行人：將至。失脫：在家中尋可得。兵戰：千里運糧，士有菜色。

Heavenly Time: There will be rain at night. Family House: The wealth is good, earned through hard work, but beware of spending it in the wrong place. Official Rank: There is a hollow name but no real achievement. Seeking Wealth: Wealth will certainly be obtained. Seeking Officials: It falls on Kongwang, making it difficult to exert influence. Marriage: Only the wealth element is real, so the marriage can be successful. Pregnancy: If three Fetal Spirit are seen in the course and transmission, there will certainly be consecutive pregnancies. Seeking Plans: All matters should be dealt with quickly, for if delayed, they may not succeed. Disease: Illness related to the spleen and stomach, which must be treated by regulating the liver's energy. Travel: There is sufficient money for travel, but the Post-horse is trapped in Kongwang and the White Tiger also falls on Kongwang, making travel impossible. Traveler: The traveler is about to arrive. Lost Items: The lost item can be found at home. Military Conflict: The army is transporting grain from a thousand miles away, and the soldiers are all hungry with a pale face.

畢法云：彼此猜忌害相隨，不行傳者考初時。纂要云：寅加末，乃虎鬼作日之驛馬，凶禍尤速，占訟必得罪於遠方。訂訛云：戊子日子臨戊，有女子疾病，就人財物事。心鏡云：陰陽不備是蕪淫，上之克下緣夫過，反此誠為婦不仁。

The *Bifa Fu* says: "Mutual suspicion brings harm in succession," meaning both sides are suspicious of each other, and the six harmful influences follow; "If there is no transmission, examine the first transmission and the time of divination." If the divination does not show a transmission, one should focus on the first transmission and the time of the divination. The *Zanyao* states: When the寅 (Yin) is placed at the end, it is a tiger ghost filling the role of the day stem's post-horse, leading to particularly swift misfortune; if one is involved in legal matters, the punishment will certainly come from afar. The *Ding'e* says: When the water is on the戊 (Wu) in the Wuzi day, it indicates a woman falling ill or someone demanding money. The *Xinjing* states: If yin and yang are not both present, it is called "Wuyin," meaning disorderly and improper. If the upper overcomes the lower, it is the husband's fault; if reversed, it is indeed the woman's unkindness.

課體：反吟，高蓋。課義：身上財丁，動即虛聲，來往空陷，凶吉平平。

"High Cover" is a type of reverse chant in divination, characterized by the conflict between noon, zi, and wu. The meaning of the lesson states: the wealth god and the ding god are both above the self, and any movement results only in empty reputation; coming and going are both trapped in kongwang, so whether it is auspicious or inauspicious has no basis, and it is mediocre.

解曰：財加干上，丁神臨之，定主變動。動即虛聲，不能得實。蓋由午乃旬空，子往臨之，來往空陷，曰吉曰凶，俱無足據，雖動亦何益哉。巳為德祿文書，臨亥為德祿在天門，占會試無有不中者。三傳子午相沖，主道路馳逐，空逢沖則暗動。又曰：沖空則實，今子是日建乃不空者也。以子而沖午，則午亦可以因沖得實矣，是雖空而不空者也。

Wealth is placed on the day stem, and the Ding god is also present, which certainly indicates movement. However, this movement results only in a hollow reputation and does not lead to actual results. The reason is that the Wu is originally a旬空, but the Zi comes to cover it, so the movement goes back and forth within the empty space. Whether it is considered auspicious or inauspicious, there is no solid evidence. Even though there is movement, it brings no real benefit. The Si is the day's virtue and day's fortune, and also represents documents. When it is placed on the Hai, it is called 'virtue and fortune in the heaven gate', and in divination for the imperial examination, success is certain. The three transmissions are Zi and Wu, which are in opposition, indicating travel on the roads. The empty space meets opposition and becomes covert movement. There is another view: opposing the empty space turns it into reality. Now, the Zi is the day's establishment, which is not empty. Using the non-empty Zi to oppose the Wu, the Wu can then become real through opposition. This is the case where although it is empty, it is not empty in reality.

斷曰：反吟之卦，有高岸為谷，深谷為陵之象。凡事無憑，但當久動思靜。若來去俱空，又不以動論。

Reverse Chant divination indicates a situation where high banks turn into deep valleys and deep valleys become hills, showing a reversal of conditions. In all matters, there is no solid evidence, and one should only consider stillness after prolonged movement. If both ends of a matter result in emptiness, then it should no longer be regarded as movement.

天時：夜占有雨。家宅：課雖六沖，可問名利；但午為刃，晝虎居之，不無刑傷之事。功名：利於京官，不宜外任。求財：財居干頭，守舊則得。謁貴：兩貴事蹉跎。婚姻：夜占青龍天后入傳，所嫌者空耳。胎產：孕子堅牢。疾病：寒熱往來之症，若逢生氣沖剋，方為有救。求謀：凡事只許得半。出行：吉神在於，陸行得意。兵戰：客勝於主，宜先動以制之。

Heavenly Conditions: Rain occurs at night. Family Residence: Although the divination encounters the Six Clashes, it is still suitable to ask about names and benefits; however, since the hour of Wu is Yangren, if divined during the day, the White Tiger is above it, inevitably leading to injuries. Achievements: It is favorable to hold an official post in the capital, but not suitable for being stationed outside. Seeking Wealth: Wealth is located above the day stem; by maintaining the existing situation, one can obtain wealth. Seeking Nobleman: Two noblemen cause delays and obstacles. Marriage: Divined at night, the Azure Dragon and Heavenly Empress both appear in the three transmissions, the only drawback being that they fall empty. Pregnancy: The fetal energy is firmly seated. Disease: A condition with alternating cold and heat; if the life qi clashes and controls, there is a chance of recovery. Seeking Plans: All matters can only be accomplished halfway. Travel: A吉祥 spirit is above the day stem, traveling by land is smooth and satisfactory. Warfare: The guest army defeats the host army; it is favorable to initiate the attack first and subdue the enemy.

畢法云：來去俱空豈動移。指要云：反吟課，動則宜，靜則擾，主有兩事。惟旺相始宜，所主皆速。課經云：陽日反吟，為德喪祿絕。秘要云：午子午，三交高蓋，惟恐文書不實，尊長者厄。正月占，午為死氣，防父母有疾。

The "Bifa Fu" says: "Coming and going both empty, how can there be movement?" If both ends are empty, then there is no movement to speak of. The "Zhiyao" says: Reverse Chant divination is suitable for movement rather than stillness; stillness leads to disturbance, indicating two matters happening at the same time. It is only suitable when the situation is prosperous and strong, and the matters concerned will come quickly. The "Ke Jing" says: Reverse Chant on a yang day indicates loss of day virtue and interruption of day fortune. The "Miyao" says: When the hours of Wu, Zi, and Wu meet, it is called "Gao Gai," which fears false documents and misfortune for superiors; in the first lunar month, Wu is considered death qi, and one should beware of illness in parents.

課體：重審，鑄印，斬關。課義：傳課循環，往赴財鄉，干祿尤吉，鬼助生方。

The lesson pattern is a re-examination, combining the "casting seal" and "cutting the gate" patterns. The lesson meaning states: the three transmissions and four lessons connect head to tail to form a cycle; the day stem goes to the wealth place to seek wealth; the day stem's禄神 is especially auspicious; even the official ghost turns back to assist the side that generates me.

解曰：三傳巳戌卯，不離四課，是傳課循環也。巳祿為戊之本位，臨干支上，取子之財，非往赴財鄉而何。巳祿發用，若占吉事，定然成就。卯為日鬼，而生巳火，則鬼反來助我生方矣。戊以子為財，取之可也。然戊藏於巳，而巳火則受子之克，是又變而為亂首矣。財之爭奪，皆起乎此。取舍與受之間，亦不可不慎之也。德祿生氣入傳，有官人最喜末助初生。

The three transmissions are in the order of Si, Xu, and Mao, and none of them are outside the four lessons, which indicates the cycle between the transmissions and the lessons. Si is both the native palace of Wu earth and the禄神, and it is placed upon the day stem and day branch to take the water of Zi to obtain wealth. This is exactly going to the wealth area. The禄 of Si serves as the initiating transmission; if it is favorable for a good matter, it will certainly achieve success. Mao is the official ghost of Wu day, but it instead generates the fire of Si, so the official ghost is now helping the one it should be controlling. Wu uses Zi water as wealth, and taking it is not inherently wrong; however, Wu is located in Si, and the fire of Si is being controlled by the water of Zi. This changes it into a situation of "chaos at the beginning." Disputes over wealth often arise from this, so one must be cautious in matters of taking and giving, giving and receiving. The day virtue, day禄, and life qi all enter the transmissions. Officials especially prefer the final transmission to assist the initial transmission in benefiting the day stem.

斷曰：鑄印乘軒之課，又名德慶。蓋巳為德神，加子發用，為德慶課。善莫大於德，德能利物濟人，轉禍為福。

General Interpretation: This is the "Casting Seal and Riding the Chariot" lesson, also known as the "Deed of Prosperity." Because the巳 is the deity of virtue, placed on the子 and initiating the transmission, it becomes the Deed of Prosperity lesson. Virtue is the greatest good, and virtue can benefit all things and help others, thus transforming misfortune into good fortune.

天時；求晴得晴，求雨得雨，冬占有雪。家宅：諸事和同，家有善氣。功名：大吉。求財：如意。謁貴可以倚仗。婚姻：雖陰不備，女子卻好。胎產：男喜，主生貴子。求謀：諸事皆吉。疾病：夜占脾病，初病不妨，久病難治。出行：得意遨遊，萬里前程。行人：干臨支上，必然到門。失脫：不遠。兵戰：奏凱旋師。

Heavenly conditions: If you ask for clear weather, it will be clear; if you ask for rain, it will rain. In winter, there will be snow. Home affairs: All matters are harmonious and consistent, with a good atmosphere in the family. Achievements: Very auspicious. Seeking wealth: Everything goes as desired. Meeting noblemen: You can rely on a nobleman. Marriage: Although the Yin lesson is not complete, the woman is good. Pregnancy: A joy of having a son, indicating the birth of a noble child. Seeking plans: All matters are auspicious. Illness: If divined at night, it is a disease of the spleen. The initial illness is not serious, but a long-term illness is difficult to cure. Traveling: Enjoy a pleasant journey, with a bright future ahead. A missing person: The lost item is not far away. Warfare: Returning with a victorious army.

畢法云：權攝不正祿臨支，傳墓入墓分憎愛。占驗：卯年二月亥將加午，占復巡按，並吏書缺，曰：鑄印乘軒，日祿臨支，末傳太歲作官，定有差遣，代天巡狩。四墓加生，有已廢復興之象。其不復吏書者，以四課不全，故占二得一也。

The *Bi Fa Fu* says: "When the authority is not properly held and the official's fortune falls on the day branch, it is like acting on behalf of someone else with improper authority." When the official's fortune falls on the day branch, it is like taking on a role without proper authority. "When the three transmissions meet the墓 (burial) and enter the墓, there is both dislike and affection, which must be treated separately." If the three transmissions meet the墓 and enter the墓, there is both dislike and affection, and they must be considered separately. The attached divination case: In the second month of the卯 (rabbit) year, using the亥 (pig) general added to午 (horse), to predict whether the person could be reappointed as a patrol inspector and also fill an empty position in the Ministry of Personnel's secretary. The divination said: The lesson is formed, the seal is cast, and the carriage is taken, with the day's fortune falling on the day branch. The final transmission's heavenly stem also serves as the official star, so there will certainly be an appointment, with the person acting on behalf of the Son of Heaven to inspect the four directions. The four墓 are added to the place of birth, indicating a sign of someone who has been discarded but is now being revived. As for the position of the Ministry of Personnel's secretary, it cannot be filled because the four lessons are incomplete, so out of the two things predicted, only one can be fulfilled.

課體：元首，潤下。課義：夜雀從魁，禽類生財，斗博大獲，卜宅興災。

"Runxia" refers to the triple harmony of Shen, Zi, and Chen forming a water trinity, representing the nature of water which is moistening and descending. The meaning of the divination says: if the divination is done at night, the name "Congkui" (You) is on You, with the Vermilion Bird riding upon it. The Vermilion Bird belongs to the category of birds, indicating that birds bring wealth. Using this for divination in gambling with birds can lead to great gains; however, using it to divinate about the family residence may bring about calamity.

解曰：酉為從魁，夜占乘朱雀而生干之子，是禽類生財也。若斗禽相博，可以大獲。宅被辰墓所克，其興災禍也宜矣。干上巳酉丑，會成金局，支上申子辰，會成水局。金生水，是人生宅也。金洩戊之氣以生支，必因改造房屋，以致虛耗而人受困者。蓋三傳之財雖旺，恐所得不足以償所失也。

The branch You has another name called Congkui. At night, if it is used for divination and it is said that Congkui is riding on the Vermilion Bird to generate the water of the day stem's Zi, this indicates that birds or animals will bring in wealth. However, if used to divinate gambling involving fighting roosters and birds, there may be great gains. But if the residence is afflicted by the墓神 (mound spirit) of Chen earth, disaster is likely to arise. If the day stem forms a metal trinity with Si, You, and Chou, and the day branch forms a water trinity with Shen, Zi, and Chen, then metal generates water, which signifies the person's residence. If metal disperses the energy of Wu earth to generate the day branch, it is because of house renovation leading to waste and the person being troubled. Although wealth in the three transmissions is strong, the gains may not be enough to compensate for the losses.

斷曰：三合水局，有財有喜，凡事皆一團和氣。但恐財多，反不美耳。又支上見辰，干上見酉，皆為自刑。正所謂合中犯煞蜜中砒也。

Overall interpretation: Triple Harmony water formation, there is both wealth and joy, and everything is harmonious. However, fear that there is too much wealth, which may not be good. Also, seeing Chen in the day branch and You in the day stem indicates self-punishment, which is exactly what is meant by committing an Inauspicious Sha while in harmony, like sweet poison.

天時：陰晴相半。家宅：妻妾不和，婢僕有口舌。功名：甲乙遁於申酉之上，金能克木，財雖旺不能生官。求財：義利上要分明。謁貴：見貴可以得財。婚姻：不吉。胎產：女孕易產。求謀：可以覓利。疾病：勿藥有喜，但恐飲食翻覆。出行：水路防失脫。行人：心雖懶歸，身已到家。逃盜：可獲。兵戰：外雖議和，終被侵凌。墳葬：穴中防有水。

Heavenly conditions: partly cloudy and partly sunny. Family affairs: wife and concubine are not in harmony, and there is conflict among the servants. Achievements: Jia and Yi wood are hidden in Shen and You, and metal can overcome wood, so although wealth is strong, it cannot produce official rank. Seeking wealth: one must clearly distinguish between righteousness and profit. Meeting a nobleman: meeting a nobleman can bring wealth. Marriage: not auspicious. Pregnancy and childbirth: the child is a girl, and childbirth is easy. Seeking opportunities: one can gain profit. Illness: even without taking medicine, the illness will recover, but one should fear that food and drink are unstable. Traveling: when traveling by water, one should beware of theft. A person on the road: although the person is reluctant to return, he has already arrived home. Escapees and thieves: they can be captured. Warfare: although there is an appearance of peace, in the end, one will still be invaded. Burial: one should beware of water in the grave site.

畢法云：干墓並關人宅廢。秘要云：辰加子上，晝夜皆乘元武，夫婦不能一心，亦防蕩泆。纂義云：金局月占此，非逃亡，即有失脫。袖中金云：申子辰局，主淹留屈伏，亦主叢雜。

The *Bifa Fu* says: "When the day stem is in its墓 and meets the 关格, both the person and their home will decline." The *Miyao* states: When the 辰 is placed over the 子, regardless of day or night, it is乘 by the Black Tortoise, indicating that the husband and wife are not in harmony and there is also a risk of licentiousness and indulgence. The *Zanyi* mentions: If this lesson appears in the month of the metal局, it signifies either someone fleeing or something being lost. The *Xiu Zhong Jin* explains: When 申, 子, and 辰 form a complete trinity, it indicates stagnation, being oppressed, and being controlled, as well as confusion and disorder in affairs.

課體：蒿失，三交。課義：初遙傳空，凡占力輕，宅中失耗，休倚貴庭。解曰：蒿矢發用，既無力矣，官星又臨空午，末傳復乘敗氣，為力愈微也。卯刑子而脫支，宅中失耗尤多。二貴入獄，凡事豈可倚仗乎。凡四仲日占，四仲加支，仲神發用，將乘陰合，為三交課。是謂四正四平，互刑互破，無孟可隱，無季可奔。六陽日為交羅，六陰日為交祿。若年命乘吉，日用旺相，即為高蓋乘軒，占者大吉，不論三交。

The "Lesson Pattern" refers to the name of the structure of a divination lesson. This particular lesson is classified as "Hao Shi" and "San Jiao." The "Lesson Meaning" is a four-character rhyming summary that outlines the overall fortune and misfortune of the entire divination. This lesson states: the first transmission comes from a distant place and falls into the void, so whatever one seeks to achieve will have little power. There is a loss and depletion in the household, and one should not rely on the nobleman's support. Explanation: an arrow made from reed grass is inherently weak, and the first transmission symbolizes this, indicating a lack of strength. The official star representing officialdom is located in the empty position of the fifth hour, and the final transmission is further weakened by its decline. The卯 wood branch harms the day branch 子 water and drains its strength, leading to more losses in the household. The two noblemen in the day and night positions are trapped in prison, so who can one rely on for matters? For divinations on the days of 子, 午, 卯, or 酉, the heavenly plate's four cardinal deities are added to the day branch, with the first transmission (the first of the three transmissions) initiated by the cardinal deity. When the heavenly general rides Tai Yin and Liu He, it forms the "San Jiao" lesson. This lesson has four sides that are straight and level, yet they mutually harm and destroy each other. There are no positions of the four young months (寅, 申, 巳, 亥) to hide in, nor are there positions of the four seasonal months (辰, 戌, 丑, 未) to flee to. If six yang days meet this pattern, it is called "Jiao Luo," and if six yin days meet it, it is called "Jiao Lu." If the person's year of birth and destiny ride on auspicious deities, and the day and the first transmission are in a prosperous and strong state, then it is the image of a person of high rank and honor, indicating great fortune for the diviner, and one does not need to consider the "San Jiao" as a sign of misfortune.

斷曰：蒿矢逢空，凡事虛聲，有門戶動搖之象，或陰私不明之情。四仲月占，尤為不吉。

The image of the arrow indicates that the situation is also affected by the empty period of the week, leading to empty show-offs with no real results. The hexagram shows instability in the household or hidden private matters that are unclear. If this situation occurs in the months of Zi, Wu, Mao, or You, it is particularly unfavorable.

天時：晝占雨，夜占晴。家宅：干支俱脫，恐有盜竊之事。功名：上下相刑，不得頭緒。求財：不虛所望。謁貴：貴不著力。婚姻：不可成。胎產：男喜，產已臨期。求謀：不甚和洽。疾病：病從內起，日漸平復。出行：馬不出現，尚無行期。行人：尚未能至。官訟：有頭無尾。逃亡：去遠難獲。兵戰：營中彼此俱有猜疑離間之事。

Heavenly Time: Divination during the day indicates rain, while divination at night suggests clearing weather. Family Residence: Both the day stem and day branch are weakened and drained, indicating a risk of theft. Official Rank: Mutual conflicts between upper and lower parties suggest confusion and lack of progress. Seeking Wealth: The sought wealth will not be lost. Seeking Noble Support: The nobleman is unwilling to exert effort. Marriage: The marriage will not succeed. Pregnancy and Childbirth: A male child is auspicious, and the time of delivery is approaching. Planning Affairs: Matters under consideration will not be smoothly coordinated. Illness: The illness originates from internal organs and will gradually improve. Travel: The post-horse is not present, indicating no departure date yet. Traveler: The traveler will not arrive soon. Legal Disputes: The lawsuit has a beginning but no end. Fugitive: The fugitive has gone far and is difficult to capture. Military Conflict: There are mutual suspicions and intrigues within the military camps.

畢法云：不行傳者考初時。課經云：午加酉為死交，酉加午為破交，反吟為反目交，皆不能成合之象。有正祿則為四正，無正祿則為四散，必有三四人交往。秋占卯將，斗繫丑未，為二煩課。玉成歌云：三交吉凶皆因內。

The *Bifa Fu* says: When the three transmissions do not continue further, one should examine the situation at the time of the first transmission's initiation. The *Ke Jing* says: When Wu is placed on You, it is called "death meeting," and when You is placed on Wu, it is called "breaking meeting." When the heavenly and earthly plates are in opposition, it is called "reverse gaze meeting," and all these are signs indicating failure in harmony. If there is a proper official (zeng lu) in the lesson, it is called "four cardinal directions," but if there is no proper official, it is called "four dispersals," and it definitely involves communication among three or four people. In autumn divination, using Mao as the general and the handle of the dipper being on Chou or Wei results in "two troubles lesson." The *Yucheng Ge* says: The fortune of the three meetings depends entirely on internal factors.

課體：重審，泆女，登三天。課義：自墓傳生，遞相欺凌，晝虎遁甲，利害交併。解曰：辰，干之墓也。申，干之生也。自墓傳生，則先迷後醒矣。干上神克支，支上神克干，互相剋害，凡事有離散之象。水土長生居申，而晝虎臨之，又遁甲鬼，利與害不交併乎。申虎遁鬼，凶之至也。但陷空而復居午之克地，凶者不凶，醒者亦終不能醒，徒受辰之墓庫而已。

The lesson pattern is identified as "Chong Shen," "Yu Nu," and "Deng San Tian." "Chong Shen" refers to a situation where the lower god overcomes the upper god, requiring careful reconsideration; "Yu Nu" indicates a female losing her chastity and acting in a secretive manner; "Deng San Tian" means the three transmissions progress step by step to higher positions. The lesson meaning states: from the storage (mùkù) to the growth (chángshēng), each stage is a step of deception and eventual realization. During the day, the White Tiger is present, and the hidden ghost of the Jia wood is escaping in the ten-day cycle, with both benefits and harms arriving together. Explanation: Chen is the storage of the Wu earth day stem, and Shen is the growth of the Wu earth day stem. Moving from storage to growth signifies first being deceived and then awakening. The day stem is overcome by the upper god, and the upper god in turn overcomes the day branch, resulting in mutual overcoming and harm, leading to a pattern of separation. Water and earth both have their growth in Shen, and during the day, the White Tiger is on Shen, with the hidden ghost still being the ghost of Jia wood. How can benefits and harms not come together? The White Tiger on Shen also brings the hidden ghost, reaching the extreme of misfortune. Fortunately, Shen falls into the empty position of the ten-day cycle and is located in the fire position that overcomes metal, so the misfortune cannot fully manifest. The awakening that should come does not fully arrive, and one is merely trapped by the storage of Chen.

斷曰：重審之課，事當三思。干上逢空，在我無忠信之實。末傳遁鬼，在人有魑魅之情。彼此交欺，了無憑據，又鬼墓加干，幸值旬空。若逢年月填實，禍必重生。

The divination indicates that matters should be carefully reconsidered. The day stem's heavenly stem falls into an empty position, showing that there is no solid evidence of sincerity and trust on my side. The final transmission has escaped into the official ghost, indicating that the other party is hiding sinister intentions like ghosts and spirits. Both sides are deceiving each other, with no evidence to support either side. Moreover, the official ghost and the tomb god are both pressing down on the day stem, but fortunately it is currently in a period of emptiness and has not yet manifested. If the empty position is filled by the current year, the month builder, or other factors, the trouble will surely resurface again.

天時：密雲不雨。家宅：人宅受欺，一生不足。功名：不成。求財：得非本分。謁貴：不甚得力。婚姻：不宜成。胎產：虛喜，不得實，占產即生。疾病：肝家之病，不能即愈。求謀：凡事昏迷。出行：順風揚帆，瞬息千里，但恐同伴不得其人。行人：不來。官訟：始雖互欺，終卻蛇尾。逃亡：只在近處，不能遠遁。失脫：可尋。兵戰：師勞財匱，彼此交困。

Heavenly Conditions: Thick clouds gather but no rain falls. Family Residence: Both people and the house suffer humiliation, with constant lack throughout life. Achieving Success: Cannot achieve success. Seeking Wealth: What is obtained is not what one is entitled to. Seeking a Nobleman: The nobleman is not very helpful. Marriage: Not suitable to promote. Pregnancy: It is just a false joy that does not result in reality; if it is about giving birth, then the child will be born immediately. Illness: Illness related to the liver meridian, which cannot be cured quickly. Seeking Strategies: All matters are unclear and confused. Traveling: Favorable wind and smooth sailing, able to travel thousands of miles in a moment, but fear that the companions are not suitable. A Person on the Way: The person will not come. Legal Disputes: At first both sides deceive each other, and finally the matter ends in a way that is unsatisfactory. Fleeing: The person who flees is only nearby and does not go far. Loss: Lost items can be recovered. Warfare: The army is exhausted and resources are scarce, both sides are in a difficult situation.

畢法云：空上逢空事墓追，罡塞鬼戶任謀為，夫婦蕪淫各有私，虎乘遁鬼殃非淺，不行傳者考初時。課經云：辰為天罡，寅為鬼戶，辰加寅為塞鬼戶，眾鬼不能窺覷，大宜逃災避難。

The "Bifa Fu" says: If an empty place is again upon an empty place, there is no need to pursue the matter further; if the Tiangang blocks the ghost gate, one may freely plan; if husband and wife indulge in lust, they both conceal their private intentions; if the White Tiger rides upon the escaping official ghost, calamity will be severe; if the three transmissions do not pass on further, one should examine the time of the first transmission's initiation. The "Ke Jing" says: The hour of Chen is called "Tiangang," and the hour of Yin is called "ghost gate." If Chen is placed over Yin, it blocks the ghost gate, preventing all ghosts from peeking in, making it most suitable for avoiding calamity and disaster.

課體：知一，連茹。課義：虛生無益，傳逢全克，晝貴傷支，龍合夜賊。解曰：午乃旬空臨干，徒有生之名，而無生之實。三傳寅卯辰，純是東方木氣，故為全克。晝貴丑土克支，夜將龍合，又去賊干，人宅受傷，動靜皆非計也。干上午，雖是生我之神，奈是旬空，所謂見生不生也。生我者既空，豈宜三傳寅卯辰，鬼局傷身乎。經曰：費有餘而得不足，此類是也。

The lesson pattern is judged as "Zhi Yi" and "Lian Ru": "Zhi Yi" refers to a lesson where among the four lessons, only one is selected for initiating transmission based on similar comparison; "Lian Ru" is like pulling up grass roots that are connected, with the three transmissions following in sequence. The lesson meaning says: there is the name of generating and supporting but no real benefit, and the three transmissions altogether are all gods that harm the day stem. In daytime divination, the nobleman harms the day branch; in nighttime divination, the azure dragon and liu he secretly harm the day stem. Explanation: the fire of wu falls into the ten-thousand period void and is on top of the day stem, so there is the name of generating me but no actual benefit. The three transmissions yin-mao-chen are purely the wood energy of the east, so it is called "full harm." In daytime divination, the nobleman rides the earth ox and harms the day branch; in nighttime divination, the heavenly general azure dragon and liu he come again to secretly harm the day stem. Both person and house suffer damage, whether in motion or stillness, it is not a good strategy. The wu on the day stem, although it is a god that generates me, is helpless because it falls into the ten-thousand period void. This is what is called seeing generating and supporting but actually not receiving it. Since the god that generates me has already fallen into void, how can it withstand the three transmissions yin-mao-chen forming a ghostly formation to harm the body? The classic says "spending more than gained," which is exactly this case.

斷曰：連茹之課，純乎官局。惟仕宦占之最宜，常人多有災耗不寧。猶幸午空，文字虛驚而已。

The divination shows a continuous connection, with the three transmissions entirely forming a pattern of official spirits. Only those in official positions would find this most suitable; ordinary people who divinate this are likely to face misfortune, losses, and domestic unrest. Fortunately, the fire at noon falls into an empty position, meaning that the only trouble will be a false alarm regarding documents.

天時：不晴。家宅：父母落空，恐長上有災。功名：官鬼成局，春占大妙。求財：財受克，所得亦薄。謁貴：貴人在宅，求之可見。婚姻：晝占可成，繫貴家女。胎產：胎防墮，產即生。求謀：凡事不能稱心。疾病：脾病，秋季防增。官訟：不止一處衙門，和解則吉。出行：日上空亡，半途而返。行人：傳進未至。逃亡：辰居末傳，不尋自歸。兵戰：驀有一路兵來，主客皆受其殃。墳葬：龍穴皆好，惟水法受克。

Heavenly Conditions: The weather does not clear up. Family Residence: The parents' trigram falls into Kongwang, so there is a fear that the elders may suffer misfortune. Official Rank: The official ghost forms a situation, and this is very favorable in spring. Seeking Wealth: The wealth trigram is being overcome, so the gains will be slight. Seeking Nobleman: The nobleman is within the house, and if one goes to see him, he can be met. Marriage: A daytime divination indicates success, and the wife will be the daughter of a prominent family. Pregnancy: There is a need to be cautious of a fall, and if the divination is about childbirth, the child will be born shortly. Seeking Plans: Nothing can be achieved to one's satisfaction. Disease: A disease of the spleen, and in autumn there is a risk of it worsening. Legal Dispute: It involves more than one court, and reconciliation is favorable. Travel: The day stem's heavenly stem falls into Kongwang, so one will have to return halfway. A Person Who Has Gone Away: The three transmissions progress in order, but the person has not yet arrived. Escape: The dragon is in the final transmission, so even if one does not look for him, he will return on his own. Warfare: Suddenly a group of soldiers attacks, causing harm to both sides. Burial: The dragon pulse and the burial site are good, but the water method is being overcome.

畢法云：所謀多拙遭羅網，鬼賊當時無畏忌，費有餘而得不足。璧玉經云：三傳皆鬼，引起干上之午，反為羊刃，其凶難免，如亥子本命稍輕。課經云：寅卯辰木局，春占木旺貪榮，無意克土，夏秋其禍乃發。

The "Bifa Fu" says: Most plans are clumsy and fall into traps; ghosts and thieves do not know fear or caution at that time; there is excessive expenditure but insufficient gain. The "Biyu Jing" says: If all three transmissions are official ghosts, they pull the day stem's午 fire, turning 午 into Yangren, making the danger unavoidable; if the person's birth chart is in亥 or 子, the danger is slightly less. The "Ke Jing" says: If 寅, 卯, and 辰 form a wood trinity, in spring when wood energy is strong, one focuses on self prosperity and does not intend to overcome earth, but the disaster occurs in summer and autumn.

課體：伏吟，自信，稼穡。課義：支傳干上，彼求己向，可畏之因，晝夜天將。解曰：初傳支上，末傳干上，自支傳干，必是人來向我委託，吉凶皆成也。三傳比劫，無非干支同類，大有損於妻財。況晝夜天將，非螣蛇即白虎，皆能生災作禍。太陰並戌曰被察，亦主怪異蔽匿，或小人誣譖，皆可畏也。

The lesson pattern is determined as "Hidden Chant," "Self-Confidence," and "Cultivation of Grain and Vegetables." Hidden Chant refers to a situation where the Heaven Plate and Earth Plate are completely overlapping, indicating that all matters are concealed and inactive. Self-Confidence refers to a Hidden Chant occurring on a flexible day, meaning one can only defend oneself passively. Cultivation of Grain and Vegetables refers to the three transmissions all being earth, similar to the slow and difficult process of farming and harvesting. The lesson meaning states: when the day branch transmits to the day stem, it indicates that the other party is seeking me. The cause for concern lies in the heavenly generals ruling day and night. Explanation: the first transmission is derived from the heavenly spirit above the day branch, and the final transmission returns to the heavenly spirit above the day stem. The transmission from branch to stem indicates that someone else is entrusting me with a matter, and whether the outcome is favorable or unfavorable is determined by this. All three transmissions are of the same type as the day stem and day branch, causing significant loss to wife and wealth. Moreover, the heavenly generals of day and night are either "Teng Snake" (which governs fear and strange occurrences) or "White Tiger" (which governs illness and death), both of which can bring disaster and misfortune. When Tai Yin is combined with Xu, it is called "Being Investigated," which also indicates strange and hidden matters, or being falsely accused by small people, all of which are alarming.

斷曰：此伏吟自信之卦，伏而未發，屈而未伸，靜則安，動則滯。自信其柔，以與世接。身孟動而不得，家孟靜而不寧。況稼穡卦本艱難，又逢土日，沉滯彌甚。凡事逼迫，不由自己。末傳旬空，百事無就。

This is a Hidden Chant divination with confidence. The situation is concealed and has not yet begun, twisted but unable to extend. If one remains quiet and stays calm, safety can be achieved; but once movement occurs, it becomes blocked. People can only maintain humility and gentleness to interact with the outside world. The self belongs to the first quarter, wanting to move but unable to do so; the family dwelling also belongs to the first quarter, wanting to be still but unable to find peace. Moreover, the卦 of farming and cultivation is inherently difficult, and it is further complicated by being divined on a day of earth. The stagnation becomes even more severe. All matters are forced to proceed, leaving no room for personal choice. The final transmission also falls into the empty period, leading to no success in anything.

天時：霾霧溼蒸，後見風雨寒冱。家宅：不寧，多見驚恐。婚姻：不用。胎產：防聾啞不實，若臨產則立下。功名：淹滯無成。求財：反有損失。投謁：不相合。疾病：主在脾，久病不利，暴病無畏。失脫：宜急尋不遠，逃者或匿鄰家。出行：不得出，出亦即返。行人：立至，否則在彼處未動。爭訟：主爭田土事，有人唆弄激撥，後必解。兵戰：有驚恐，眾心疑畏不寧。墳葬：不安。

Heavenly conditions: There will be thick mist and damp heat, with steam rising, followed by rain and cold weather. Home: Unrest, frequent occurrences of fright and fear. Marriage: Do not discuss. Pregnancy and childbirth: Be careful of giving birth to a deaf-mute child or a child with insufficient fetal energy; if already in labor, the child will be born immediately. Achievements and fame: Delays and blockages, with no accomplishments. Seeking wealth: There will be losses instead. Visiting someone: There will be mutual dislike. Disease: The illness is in the spleen, long-term illness is not favorable, but sudden illness is not to be feared. Losses and missing items: Search for them quickly, as the lost item is not far away, and the runaway may be hiding in a neighboring house. Traveling: Travel is not possible, even if you go out, you will immediately return. Travelers: They will arrive immediately, otherwise they are still at the original place without having left. Disputes: The disputes are about land and property, with someone inciting and angering people, eventually leading to reconciliation. Military conflicts: There will be fear and suspicion, with soldiers being anxious and the military not at peace. Burial: Unstable and not peaceful.

畢法云：彼求我事支傳干，賓主不投刑在上。課經云：卦無丁馬，而占人年命上乘魁罡，及在亥者亦主動。指掌賦云：逆傳四季丑戌未辰。春越庫，散財不以其道。夏轉魁，委任不得其人。秋煞墓，勢將興而將起。冬伏陰，機漸收而漸藏。

The Bi Fa Fu says: When someone comes to ask for help, look at the transmission of the day branch to the day stem; when the host and guest are not in harmony, look at the god of punishment falling on the upper god. The Ke Jing says: Although the hexagram may not contain the ten-day cycle god or the post-horse, if the person's year of birth and life stem is riding on the Hekui in Xu or Tiangang in Chen, or falls on Hai, it indicates movement. The Zhi Zhang Fu says: Going against the order to transmit the gods of Chen, Xu, Chou, and Wei, the four seasons - in spring it is called 'yue ku', indicating dispersal of wealth not following the proper way; in summer it is called 'zhuan kui', indicating using someone else's trust improperly; in autumn it is called 'sha mu', indicating the momentum is about to rise but not yet fully developed; in winter it is called 'fu yin', indicating the opportunity is gradually retreating and hidden.

課體：重審，退茹，勵德。課義：因貴失祿，丁馬相逐，文書不利，婚姻急速。解曰：貴人發用，為日之財，而沖剋午祿。得初傳之貴，則失干上之祿也。中傳亥遁旬丁，又為支馬，相逐而來，為遠動求財之象。午乘真朱，其屬為文書，今旬空祿失，則不利於文書矣。子加於丑，夜乘太常，牛女相合，吉禮可以速行也。

The lesson pattern is determined as "Chong Shen," "Tui Ru," and "Li De." "Tui Ru" refers to the three transmissions moving backward in sequence, like pulling up a bundle of hemp roots in reverse order. "Li De" means the heavenly stem of the day is occupied by a nobleman who acts as the moral deity, symbolizing the cultivation of virtue. The lesson meaning states: gaining a nobleman leads to the loss of the禄神 (lucky deity); the旬丁 (ten-day god) and the post-horse chase each other; matters concerning documents are unfavorable; however, marriage and wedding affairs are suitable for prompt action. Explanation: The nobleman rides on the water of the initial transmission, which is the wealth element of the day stem ofJi Earth (Ji Tu). This water clashes and controls the day's禄 (lucky) at午 (Wu). Gaining this nobleman results in the loss of the禄 on the day stem. The middle transmission is亥 (Hai) water, which is the旬遁 (ten-day movement) of丁 (Ding) god, and also the post-horse of the day branch丑 (Chou). It comes chasing from afar, indicating a journey to seek wealth. The fire of午 (Wu) rides on the true Vermilion Bird, which belongs to documents. Now the午 (Wu) is in the旬空 (ten-day void) and the禄神 (lucky deity) is missing its position, making document matters unfavorable. The子 (Zi) is placed on丑 (Chou), and the divination is made at night with the Tai Chang deity, which matches the image of the Cowherd and the Weaver Girl being paired. Therefore, joyful and auspicious ceremonies can be carried out promptly.

斷曰：此重審之卦，連茹逆傳，事多不順。退中有進，宜詳審後行，不可肆意妄動。上神生日，凡百皆宜。子丑相加，人情必合。惜午祿空亡，又遭初克，未免虛喜虛聲，美中不足耳。仲夏月遇之，所謀皆能如意。

This is a卦 of re-examination, with connected trigrams and reverse transmission, indicating that things are likely to go against expectations. However, retreat contains the potential for progress, so one should carefully consider before taking action and avoid acting on impulse. The day stem is supported by the heavenly stem, making all matters suitable. The combination of zi and chou suggests that human relationships will be harmonious. Unfortunately, the wu luck falls into kongwang, and is further weakened by the initial transmission's zi water, leading to empty joy and a lack of real achievement, leaving some regret. If this occurs in mid-summer May, the plans will be fulfilled as desired.

天時：求雨即得，求晴難晴。家宅：和合，主有喜慶之事，防遺失文書。婚姻：必成，且見和美。胎產：恐繫虛喜，占產立下。功名：虛名，未得實際。求財：當得貴人扶助，或遠行求之。疾病：主虛，不進飲食，遲愈。失脫：宜尋。出行：遠行有財喜。行人：即至。爭訟：主爭財，有解，原告多費。兵戰：吉利。

Heavenly circumstances: If you ask for rain, it will come immediately, but if you ask for clear weather, it will be difficult to get sunny. Home affairs: The master will have joyous events, and there is a risk of losing documents. Marriage: It will definitely succeed and be harmonious. Pregnancy: It is likely to be a false joy; if it is about giving birth, the child will be born soon. Achievements: It is just a hollow reputation, without actual results. Seeking wealth: You should get help from a nobleman, or travel far to seek opportunities. Illness: The body is weak, unable to eat, and recovery is slow. Loss: You can find it. Traveling: A long journey will bring good fortune and joy. Travelers: They will arrive soon. Disputes: It is about fighting over money and going to court, but there is a chance of reconciliation, and the plaintiff will have to spend more. Warfare: It is favorable.

畢法云：空上逢空事莫追。課經云：干支上下相合，為和美課。又合神發用，占人年命，俱乘吉將，為合歡課。但干支上下，又交車作六害，主彼此相謀，不宜交關用事。指掌賦云：子亥戌為重陰，安嘉遁之貞，寧甘沒齒。心印賦云：子丑相加事必成，更逢吉將轉歡欣。

The "Bifa Fu" says: If Kongwang appears again on top of Kongwang, there is no need to pursue the matter further. The "Ke Jing" says: When the day stem and day branch are in mutual combination, it is called "Hemei Ke"; if the deity of the combined pair issues the first transmission, and the person's age and birth stem are all riding on auspicious generals, it is called "Hehuan Ke". However, if the day stem and day branch cross each other and form the six harms, it indicates that both parties are scheming, and it is not advisable to engage in trade or business together. The "Zhipang Fu" says: The three deities Zi, Hai, and Xu are called "Chong Yin", they prefer to retreat and remain hidden, being steadfast and upright, and would rather live their lives without ever stepping out. The "Xinyin Fu" says: When Zi and Chou combine, the matter will certainly succeed, and if it meets auspicious generals, it will add even more joy.

課體：重審，間傳，時遁。課義：宅用馬丁，遷移難任，臨事閉口，課傳五陰。解曰：亥乃丁馬，臨支發用，其宅必主遷徙移動。巳乃旬尾，臨干坐空，遇事且宜閉口深藏也。四課巳卯亥酉，三傳亥酉未，共見五陰。若占人行年本命，更值丑字，亦可謂六陰相繼盡昏迷矣。

The lesson pattern is determined as "Chong Shen," "Jian Chuan," and "Shi Dun." "Jian Chuan" refers to the three transmissions passing through each other with one position in between left empty; "Shi Dun" refers to a pattern where one hides and retreats in response to the situation. The lesson meaning states: the day branch is combined with the旬丁 and the post-horse to initiate the first transmission, indicating that the family residence is difficult to sustain and must move. When encountering matters, one should remain silent. The four lessons and three transmissions together show five hidden yin branches. Explanation:亥 is both the旬丁 and the post-horse, located on the day branch and initiating the first transmission, indicating that the family residence must definitely move.巳 is the last position of this旬, located on the day stem and sitting on kongwang, so it is advisable to remain silent and keep things hidden. The four lessons are巳, 卯, 亥, 酉, and the three transmissions are亥, 酉, 未, totaling five yin branches. If the person's birth year and destiny also meet the character丑, then it can be said that six layers of yin energy are connected, resulting in a state of complete confusion.

斷曰：此重審之卦，逆退間傳，事由內起，多關婦人，尊上無勢，有不順之情。後武同行，有不正之象。雖上神生日，而惜坐空鄉。純陰用事，主客不和。身空暗而莫訴，宅動搖而不寧，縱曰利於求財，亦復蹉跎難遂。

This is a卦 of re-examination, with a reverse retreat and an intermittent transmission, indicating that the matter originates from within, and is mostly related to women. The superior elder has no power, and there is an element of disharmony. The Heavenly Empress and the Black Tortoise are moving together, showing improper signs. Although the Day Stem is supported by the heavenly stem, it is unfortunate that it sits in the Kongwang position. Pure yin is in charge, indicating discord between the host and guest. The self is in a state of emptiness and darkness with nowhere to appeal, the family dwelling is unstable and unsettled; although it may seem favorable for seeking wealth, in the end it will be delayed and difficult to achieve.

天時：重陰久雨，罕見日色。家宅：主北向幽暗，防有奸私。婚姻：難成，亦不宜。胎產：胎神坐長生，胎安產不吉。功名：出自私門，或由財賄。求財：主因妻財動，或得之曖昧。疾病：主陰症，或不語，反覆難愈。失脫：宜尋。出行：宜，且止。行人：即來。爭訟：主為奸私之事，或因妻財致訟，宜和。兵戰：不利。

Heavenly Conditions: Heavy clouds cover the sky, with continuous rain for a long time, making it difficult to see the sun. Family Residence: The house faces north and is dimly lit; be cautious of secret affairs. Marriage: Difficult to succeed, and not suitable for discussion. Pregnancy: The fetal god is in the position of growth, the fetal energy is stable but childbirth is unfavorable. Achieving Success: It is through private connections or obtained by bribery with money. Seeking Wealth: The movement is caused by the wife's wealth, or obtained in an ambiguous manner. Illness: It belongs to a yin condition, or the person cannot speak, with recurring symptoms that are hard to cure. Loss: The lost item can be found. Traveling: Although one should go out, it is better to stop for now. Traveler: The traveler will arrive soon. Disputes: The matter involves secret affairs, or disputes caused by wife's wealth, and it is advisable to reconcile. Warfare: Unfavorable.

畢法云：龍加生氣吉遲遲。課經云：干上巳，晝將六月占，青龍乘生干之神，又作月內之生氣，主徐徐發福。訂訛云：亥酉未為時遁格，蓋酉為太陰，未中遁丁為玉女，利隱遁潛形。自亥傳未，如人入幽暗潛身，有識時肥遁之象。君子占之則吉，小人反為凶也。

The *Bifa Fu* says: When the Azure Dragon is placed over the Life Qi, auspiciousness comes slowly. The *Ke Jing* says: The Day Stem is巳 fire, and using the sixth month's daytime for divination, the Azure Dragon rides upon the god that generates and supports the Day Stem, and also serves as the Life Qi of the month, indicating that blessings will gradually manifest. The *Ding'E* says: The three transmissions of亥, 酉, and 未 are called the "Time Concealment Pattern" — 酉 is Tai Yin, and 丁 spirit is concealed in 未 as the Jade Maiden, which is favorable for concealment and hiding; from亥 to 未, it is like a person entering a dark place to hide, implying the wisdom to recognize the right moment and retreat safely. A gentleman who divines this will find it auspicious, while a petty person will find it ominous.

課體：昴星，掩目，天煩。課義：疊值魁罡，遠涉他鄉，貴財發用，無禮須防。解曰：天罡河魁，既臨日辰之上，又入中末兩傳，可謂層見疊出矣。魁罡為變動之神，定主身宅不寧，他鄉遠涉也。子為日財發用，晝乘貴人，必得貴人以財相助。但子加卯上，雖曰勵德，亦須防無禮之刑也。

The lesson pattern is defined as "Amber Star," "Covering the Eyes," and "Heavenly Disturbance": "Amber Star" refers to a lesson where the four lessons have no mutual overcoming, and the position is taken according to the mansion of Amber Star; "Covering the Eyes" means the winter snake covering its eyes, like a snake in hibernation closing its eyes motionless; "Heavenly Disturbance" refers to a pattern where the heavenly plate's middle deity is added and causes disturbance. The lesson meaning says: Hekui in Xu and Tiangang in Chen overlap, indicating a journey to a distant place; the nobleman and wealth爻 produce the first transmission, but one must beware of the improper punishment between Zi and Mao. Explanation: Tiangang in Chen and Hekui in Xu are both placed over the day stem and day branch, and also enter the middle and final transmissions, indicating a layered emergence. Quigang are deities of movement, indicating that the person and their home will not be at peace and must travel far away. Zi water, being the wealth爻 of Ji day, produces the first transmission, and since it is during the day and accompanied by the nobleman, it is certain that the nobleman will help with money. However, Zi is placed on Mao, although it conforms to the name of Li De, one must still beware of the improper punishment between Zi and Mao.

斷曰：此昴星之卦，亦名冬蛇掩目。陰性從地，其氣下沉，伏而視之，潛藏則吉，躁動則凶。占者事必循理，提防闇昧為佳。干支上魁罡沖擊，其象主動。但緣墓覆昏沉，又柔日昴星，伏匿萬狀，終不能動耳。

This is the hexagram of the昴 star, also known as the Winter Snake Covering Its Eyes. The nature of Yin is attached to the earth, its energy sinking downward, crouching to look around secretly, and hiding brings good fortune, while being restless brings misfortune. The person making the divination should follow reason and be cautious about hidden and unclear matters. The Day Stem and Day Branch have the魁罡 conflicting with each other, indicating a nature of change; but because the tomb god is pressing down and causing confusion, and it is a flexible day's昴 star lesson, it is trying every means to hide and avoid, ultimately unable to move.

天時：有雨。家宅：不寧，防有奸私口舌。婚姻：不吉。胎產：防不實。功名：可因財而得，卻防暗損。求財：或因勢要，或由田土，皆可得。投謁：有門路，可獲利而返。疾病：主脾疾，煩懣阻隔。失脫：宜尋。逃亡：恐投勢家。出行：百端阻滯，不能動身。行人：未歸。爭訟：或爭財，或爭田土，久而不和。兵戰：晝占得利，夜占防傷損。

Heavenly conditions: There will be rain. Family affairs: Unrestful, beware of secret affairs and disputes. Marriage: Unfavorable. Pregnancy: Be cautious of weak fetal energy. Achieving fame: It can be obtained through wealth and strength, but beware of hidden losses. Seeking wealth: Either by relying on power or from land, both can be successful. Seeking an audience: There is a way to get through, and profit can be gained. Illness: A disease affecting the spleen, with chest discomfort and blocked energy flow. Losses: Can be found. Escape: Fear that the person may have taken refuge with a powerful family. Travel: Many obstacles, unable to move. A traveler: Has not yet returned. Disputes: Either over money or land, prolonged and unresolved. Warfare: Advantage in the daytime, but beware of casualties at night.

畢法云：賓主不投刑在上。課經云：魁罡加日辰，猶人遇凶神。重土閉塞，必須斬關而出。未為玉女能獲身，子為華蓋能掩形，太陰地戶主潛藏，天乙神光能庇佑。但冬蛇伏匿，中傳坐空，不能動也。

The "Bifa Fu" says: When the guest and host do not harmonize, look at the criminal god falling on the upper god. The "Ke Jing" says: When the魁罡 is added to the day stem and day branch, it is like a person encountering an Inauspicious Spirit; when there is heavy earth qi blocking, one must break through the barriers and escape. The "未" is the "Yünu" (a star indicating protection), which can preserve the body; the "子" is "Huagai" (a star indicating concealment), which can cover one's traces; the "Tai Yin" occupying the position of the earth gate indicates concealment; the divine light of the "Tianyi Guiren" can provide protection. However, if the winter snake is merely hidden and the middle transmission is seated on "Kongwang", it will ultimately not move.

課體：涉害，從革，驀越。課義：傳入宅上，俱為脫誑，身既乘鬼，賴此保障。解曰：卯為日鬼臨日，夜乘六合尤甚。支上乘酉，三傳會成金局，又歸宅上。眾金來盜土氣，其為期誑，不可言也。然終賴此，得以制卯鬼之惡，除日干之災，反為身之保障，雖被脫誑，亦所甘矣。

The lesson pattern is determined as "涉害", "从革", and "蓦越". "涉害" refers to a situation where both the upper and lower parts are being overcome, and the one with the most severe harm is used as the initiating transmission. "从革" refers to the three transmissions forming the metal triad of Si, You, and Chou, symbolizing metal that is willing to change and adapt. "蓦越" refers to the first transmission crossing over its original position and suddenly arising. The lesson meaning states: the three transmissions return to the home, resulting in complete leakage and deception. Since the self is riding on the official ghost, it also relies on this metal formation as a barrier. Explanation: The卯 wood is the official ghost of the己 earth day stem and is located on the day stem. Since it is a night divination, it also rides on the Liu He, making the harm even greater. The day branch is ridden by酉 metal, and the three transmissions form a metal formation, returning to the home. The multitude of metals come to steal the earth's energy, and the deception is endless. However, ultimately, it relies on this to control thevicious of the卯 ghost and remove the calamity of the day stem, turning it into its own barrier; although it is subjected to leakage and deception, it is willingly accepted.

斷曰：此涉害之卦，合從革之局，事端兩歧。多歷難辛，萌芽孟就，又被阻隔。靜而惶惑，動則乖張。喜卯來見酉，雖脫干而能制鬼。合中不足，沖反有功。失在始而得在終，難於前而易於後，革故鼎新，因盜獲福。

This is a卦 of involvement and harm, and it forms a situation of metal transformation. The matter splits into two threads. It will go through many difficulties and hardships, and just as it begins to show signs, it is blocked. When still, there is anxiety and confusion; when moving, it goes against the usual. Fortunately, the卯 meets the酉, although it drains the day stem, it can control the official ghost. There is a lack in the harmony, but the impact actually brings merit. It is lost at the beginning but gained at the end. The beginning is difficult, but the end is easy. It removes the old and replaces it with the new. Because of this theft and drainage, it brings good fortune.

天時：始患多風，繼得雨潤。家宅：雖多耗費，卻無災咎，主出名醫。婚姻：忌。胎產：胎神坐墓，空上逢空，防不實。功名：官坐空墓，為子孫耗脫之象。求財：初見耗折，後少得利。疾病：主在肺，或筋骨，雖虛不防；家有幼輩，善能治療。失脫：難尋。出行：多費而有阻。行人：即歸。爭訟：耗財而終得解散。兵戰：吉凶相半。墳葬：晝占兆吉。

Heavenly Conditions: At first there is much wind, then rain comes to moisten. Home: Although there is much expenditure, there is no disaster, indicating a famous doctor in the family. Marriage: It is inauspicious. Pregnancy: The fetal god is seated on the storage, and again on the empty void, so be careful of insufficient fetal energy. Official Rank: The official element is seated on the empty void and storage, indicating a sign of being drained by descendants. Seeking Wealth: At first there is loss and initial failure, but later there is some profit. Disease: The illness is in the lungs or bones, though weak, it is not serious; there is a young relative in the family who is very skilled in treating illness. Loss: Difficult to recover. Travel: There is much expenditure and obstacles. Traveler: Will return soon. Disputes: There is expense but eventually the matter is settled. Warfare: Equal chances of good and bad. Burial: A good omen if divined in the daytime.

畢法云：虎臨干鬼凶速速，制鬼之位乃良醫。秘要云：凡喜見官鬼者，惟妻占夫，及有官人，不宜鬼空及被制，餘皆以鬼為凶，喜有制也。指掌賦云：巳丑酉為反射，懷殺伐以酬恩，日生三傳，財原必耗。

The "Bifa Fu" says: When the White Tiger is on top of the Day Stem's official ghost, misfortune comes quickly; the one that can control the official ghost is the good doctor. The "Miyao" says: Whenever joy is seen with the official ghost, it is only in the case of a wife seeing her husband or someone with an official position; in these two cases, the official ghost should not be empty or controlled. For all other cases, the official ghost is regarded as a malevolent spirit, and it is favorable to have something controlling it. The "Zhipang Fu" says: The three transmissions of巳, 丑, and 酉 are called "reflection," indicating a heart of killing and revenge to repay kindness; when the Day Stem generates the three transmissions, capital and goods will certainly be lost.

課體：重審，斫輪，四絕，羅網。課義：寅卯兩木，災禍相逐，夜貴入宅，祛殃降福。解曰：寅加日上，卯發初傳，兩木並來克身，災禍相逐，宜不可逃矣。喜夜貴在申，來臨丑宅，於以制寅卯而扶己土。殃不由是而祛，福不由是而降乎。鬼助末傳生干，是謂引鬼為生，亦主先凶後吉。晝占簾幕臨支，士人得之亦利。

The lesson pattern is determined as "Chong Shen," "Zhuo Lun," "Si Jue," and "Luo Wang." "Zhuo Lun" refers to the image of a hammer cutting and shaping a cart wheel, which requires refinement to become a useful tool; "Si Jue" means that all four lessons are in the position of absolute decline; "Luo Wang" indicates that the three transmissions form a ghostly pattern that encircles the person. The lesson meaning states that the two layers of wood energy from寅 and卯 bring continuous misfortunes; during the night, the nobleman enters the family residence, driving away calamities and bringing blessings. The explanation says that寅 is placed on the day stem, and卯 begins the first transmission, with both layers of wood energy attacking the body, causing continuous misfortunes, which seem unavoidable. Fortunately, the night nobleman is in申 and arrives at丑, the family residence, using it to control寅 and卯 and support the己 earth. Thus, calamities are driven away and blessings are brought about. The official ghost assists the final transmission in benefiting the day stem, which is called "leading the ghost to benefit the self," indicating a transition from misfortune to good fortune. If this is divined in the daytime, the curtain nobleman is on the day branch, and it is also beneficial for scholars.

斷曰：重審之卦，格合斫輪，主先歷艱難，後得成就。卯為車輪，加申為斧斤斫削。更喜戌工為印，白虎催官，土日得之，亦名流轉。仕宦極為佳兆，常人不宜。

This is a卦 of re-examination, with a structure matching that of "chopping the wheel." It indicates that one will first experience some difficulties before achieving success. The卯 wood is like a wheel, placed on申 metal represents a斧 head cutting and shaping. More importantly, the戌 earth serves as the official seal, and the White Tiger hastens official position. When the day is earth day, it is called "flowing transfer." Officials encountering this are very auspicious, but ordinary people are not suitable.

天時：晝占主雨，夜占主風。家宅：必有科第，門列旗杆。婚姻：未成。胎產：不宜。功名：大吉，宜正取之。求財：不得。投謁：未和。疾病：大忌，夜虎乘卯鬼，為棺槨之象。失脫：遠去。出行：赴官吉利。行人：在道，或遇喪車，或遇軒冕同行。爭訟：大有憂患。兵戰：宜慎。墳葬：父爻乘晝虎坐墓，主父母墓中生白蟻。

Heavenly Time: During the day, the divination indicates rain; at night, it indicates wind. Family Affairs: A person in the family will certainly pass the imperial examination and achieve success, with a flagpole erected in front of the door. Marriage: No success. Pregnancy and Childbirth: Not advisable. Official Rank: Very auspicious, one should pursue the proper path. Seeking Wealth: Not obtainable. Visiting Officials: Not yet settled. Illness: Highly inauspicious; at night, the White Tiger occupies the卯 wood official ghost, indicating the image of a coffin. Loss and Theft: Lost items have gone far. Travel: Going to take office is auspicious. Travelers: On the way, or encountering a funeral vehicle, or traveling with a high-ranking official. Disputes: Great worries. Warfare: Should be cautious. Burial: The parents' yao (line) rides on the White Tiger during the day and sits on the tomb, indicating white ants in the parents' graves.

畢法云：制鬼之位乃良醫，常問不應逢吉象。指南：庚午年寅將，一縣令占人覲考選。課得斫輪，日上天吏官德，坐於空墓，陰神酉制之，必有明暗相攻，不得翰林銓部。卯官乘元武發用，中傳朱雀主言路，末傳白虎主風力，必得垣中。歷遷都憲，巡撫東方。宅上子孫乘簾幕貴人，又作長生學堂，當有貴子，由科甲入翰林也，後皆如言。

The "Bifa Fu" states: The one who can subdue the official ghost is the good physician; when ordinary inquiries meet auspicious signs, they often fail to materialize. The "Liu Ren Zhi Nan" records: In the year of Gengwu, using the寅 general, there was a county magistrate who divined for someone after a court audience with the emperor. The divination resulted in the "Zhuo Lun" lesson, with the day stem bearing the heavenly official and moral virtue, yet sitting on Kongwang and Muku, with the hidden spirit酉 metal controlling it. There must be covert attacks, and he would not enter the Hanlin Academy or the Ministry of Personnel. The卯 wood official star, riding the Black Tortoise, issued the first transmission; the middle transmission, riding the Vermilion Bird, indicated official remonstrance; the final transmission, riding the White Tiger, signified swift action. He would certainly enter the Ducha Yuan. Later, he was promoted successively to the Grand Censor and appointed as the governor of the eastern region. The house's grandson yao rode the curtain and nobleman, also serving as the growth academy, indicating a noble son, entering the Hanlin Academy through the imperial examination, and all these predictions were fulfilled.

課體：反吟，無親，淫佚。課義：往來相會，丁馬並至，動可取財，守之無利。解曰：干支上下，不出丑未二字，往來相會。亥獨發用，既為日財，又為丁馬。動而之傳，財可得也。若但守干支，丑未內外反覆，動而不動，行而不行，終無所利矣。

The lesson pattern is determined as "Reverse Chant," "No Kinship," and "Lasciviousness." Reverse Chant refers to a situation where the Heaven Plate and Earth Plate are in constant opposition, with their movements reversed. No Kinship means that among the four lessons, there is no instance of mutual control, and nothing can be relied upon. Lasciviousness refers to improper conduct in matters of intimacy. The lesson meaning states that丑 and 未 are coming together, with the旬丁 and the Post-horse arriving at the same time. If action is taken, wealth can be obtained; but if one remains stationary, there is no benefit. Explanation: The day stem and day branch's upper and lower positions only move between 丑 and 未, meeting only in these two positions. Only 亥 starts the first transmission, which is both the wealth element of the己 day and the旬丁 combined with the Post-horse. If one moves along with the three transmissions, wealth can be obtained; but if one remains fixed at the stem and branch without movement, the 丑 and 未 continue to interact internally and externally, resulting in no actual movement or progress, and ultimately no benefit.

斷曰：此反吟無親之卦，取丑中癸水，遙射巳宮丙火，以巳上亥神為用。如傍井倚欄，斜沖射之，不出井外。主上下暌隔，彼此憂疑。直道難容，旁求易就。一身兩用，動則相宜，靜則反擾。末傳坐空，實事消磨，虛驚亦散。

This is a卦 with reverse chant and no close affinity. Taking the癸 water hidden in the丑, it remotely shoots towards the丙 fire in the巳 palace. Thus, the first transmission is issued by the亥 god above the巳. It is like a person leaning against a well's rim shooting diagonally inward, ultimately unable to go beyond the well's mouth. This indicates obstruction between upper and lower, mutual anxiety and suspicion. Going the proper way is difficult to be accepted, but seeking from the side is easier to accomplish. One person acting in two ways, movement is suitable, but stillness is disturbed. The final transmission sits on the empty void, real matters are worn down, and false alarms also dissipate.

天時：多雨，時止時作。家宅：不寧，或有嫁娶喜事，或防男女奸私。婚姻：往來和合，恐非正禮。功名：屢勞心力，恐終未遂。求財：宜動以取之，或因妻財而有動。疾病：得之財色，反覆不一，暴病有解，久病不吉。失脫：勿尋，逃亡勿追。出行：傍徨不定，終不成行。行人：將近復遠。爭訟：反覆，終得解散。兵戰：無利。

Heavenly conditions: frequent rain, stopping and starting. Home: not peaceful, or there may be a marriage, or there may be worries about private relationships between men and women. Marriage: mutual coming and going, but beware of not following proper etiquette. Career: repeated efforts and worries, perhaps ultimately not achieving success. Seeking wealth: one should set out to obtain it, or there may be actions related to the wife's wealth. Disease: illness arises from wealth and desires, recurring and unstable; sudden illness may be resolved, but long-term illness is not auspicious. Loss: there is no need to search, and those who have run away should not be pursued. Travel: indecisive, ultimately not able to go. Traveler: seems close, but then goes away. Disputes: back and forth, eventually resolved. Warfare: no benefit.

畢法云：后合占婚豈用媒，來去俱空豈動移。指要云：井欄射取傳，占事難成易破，雖遇吉神，亦是半遂。又云：反覆不定，病主兩症。中黃經云：六合從來福遂佳，乘於巳亥遠天涯。神將論云：登明乘六合為小兒，木到亥上方生故也。乘蛇主哀哭。

The "Bifa Fu" says: When the Heavenly Empress combines with Liu He to predict marriage matters, there is no need for a matchmaker; if both ends come and go and fall into Kongwang, there is no talk of movement. The "Zhiyao" says: The three transmissions formed by shooting the well frame indicate that affairs are difficult to succeed and prone to failure; even if encountering auspicious deities, only half of the wishes can be fulfilled. It also says: Those that are unstable indicate two symptoms for illness. The "Zhonghuang Jing" says: Liu He is usually a good general for auspiciousness and smoothness; if it rides on the positions of巳 or亥, then one should expect to travel far away. The "Shenjiang Lun" says: Dengming, the water of亥, riding on Liu He indicates a child, because wood begins its growth at亥; if it rides on Teng Snake, it indicates crying.

課體：知一，鑄印，勵德。課義：先沖後擊，交後有益，末助初生，如砒在蜜。解曰：子午丑未，干支上下交沖。而子未午丑，干支又各自相害，為先沖後擊之象。午與未合而生日，子與丑合而為財，交車相合，交關利益也。末傳卯助初巳而生干，如蜜之甘；然卯又徑來克干，如砒之毒，其生克倚伏如此。

The lesson pattern is determined as "Zhi Yi", "Zhu Yin", and "Li De": "Zhu Yin" refers to the image of melting metal with巳 fire to cast an official seal, indicating the appointment or transfer of official positions. The lesson meaning states: first there is mutual conflict, then mutual attack; after mutual interaction, there is benefit; the final transmission supports the initial transmission in benefiting the day stem, like arsenic hidden in honey. Explanation: The day stem and day branch, such as Zi and Wu, Chou and Wei, are in opposition; meanwhile, Zi and Wei, Wu and Chou, are in mutual harm between the heavenly stem and earthly branch, forming the image of first conflict then mutual attack. Wu and Wei combine to benefit the day stem, and Zi and Chou combine to form the wealth trigram, indicating mutual exchange and benefit. The final transmission, which is卯 wood, supports the initial transmission,巳 fire, in benefiting the day stem, sweet like honey; yet卯 wood directly attacks the day stem, poisonous like arsenic—thus, generation and destruction are interdependent.

斷曰：此比用知一之卦，事有兩端。察其同異，舍遠就近，舍疏就親。信裡生疑，恩中起怨。格名鑄印，兼號乘軒。常人得之不宜，仕宦見之大吉。但驛馬六合，惜坐空鄉，猶非真體。仲夏月占，方合格也。

The interpretation: This is a divination using the Know One hexagram, indicating that the matter has two threads. One must distinguish between what is the same and what is different, abandoning the distant for the near, and the distant for the close. Trust can give rise to suspicion, and affection may lead to resentment. The pattern is called Casting Seal, and it also includes the title of Riding in a State Coach. Common people who divinate this will find it unsuitable, but officials who see it will find it very auspicious. However, the Post-horse and Liu He are unfortunate, sitting in the empty and lost place, so they are not truly of the proper pattern. It is only suitable when divined in midsummer May.

天時：子亥坐空，每作風雨之勢而不成。家宅：仕宦而出，宅空吉利，常占有災，妨損妻財。婚姻：不利。胎產：胎不實，產即下。功名：大吉之兆，嫌貴人祿馬俱空，必五六月占始佳。求財：所得輕微。投謁：好處生嗔。疾病：凶，尤忌占妻病。失脫：難得。出行：宜上官之任，餘無利。行人：必歸。爭訟：難和，容忍為上。兵戰：不利，先難後易。

Heavenly conditions: Zi and Hai are both in Kongwang, often showing signs of rain and wind but failing to produce actual rain. Family dwelling: For those born into an official family, the dwelling falling in Kongwang is actually auspicious; for ordinary people, it indicates misfortune, causing harm to wife and wealth. Marriage: Unfavorable. Pregnancy: The fetal energy is weak; if the divination is about childbirth, the child will be born shortly. Official rank: This is a great auspicious sign, but it is regrettable that both the nobleman and the official's luck fall in Kongwang. It is best to divinate in May or June. Seeking wealth: The gain will be slight. Seeking an audience: Good intentions may lead to annoyance. Illness: Dangerous, especially if the divination concerns the wife's illness. Loss: Difficult to recover. Travel: Suitable for taking up an official position, but not beneficial for other travel. Traveler: Will certainly return. Dispute: Hard to resolve; patience and yielding are advisable. Warfare: Unfavorable, difficult at first but easier later.

畢法云：權攝不正祿臨支，彼此猜忌害相隨。課經云：晝貴臨身，而朱雀乘戌克之，為貴人忌憚格，告貴無益。袖中金云：鑄印主官祿遷擢之象。不見太陰天馬，即非真體。常人反生災，且為事遲鈍。

The *Bifa Fu* says: If someone is acting in an official capacity but their position is not properly established, look at the禄神 (favorable deity) located in the day branch. If there is mutual suspicion, look at the six harmful influences following. The *Ke Jing* says: If the nobleman (贵人) appears in the day's self position during the day, and the Vermilion Bird (朱雀) rides on the戌 earth branch to overcome it, this is called the "Nobleman's Caution Pattern." In such a case, approaching the nobleman to report matters is ineffective. The *Xiu Zhong Jin* says: Casting an official seal indicates the image of official rank, salary, promotion, and appointment. If the Tai Yin and Heavenly Horse are not present, it is not a true pattern. Common people may suffer misfortune because of this, and their affairs will be slow and inefficient.

課體：涉害，從革。課義：丁馬載財，傳局生來，啟齒便得，閉口無災。解曰：亥為日財，丁馬載之，來加日上，而三傳會成金局生之。酉類為口竅唇舌，故一啟齒，便可得生財之益也。末巳為旬尾，晝虎夜武而臨宅上，閉口謹言，乃免災咎。

The lesson pattern is determined as "Involvement of Harm" and "Metallurgical Transformation." The lesson meaning states: the tenth heavenly stem and the post-horse are carrying the wealth element to come, and the three transmissions form a circle to generate it again; speaking out immediately brings gain, while keeping silent avoids disaster. Explanation: the water in the hour亥 is the wealth element of the day stem己. The tenth heavenly stem and the post-horse are carrying it, and it is placed upon the day stem. The three transmissions form a metal circle to generate this wealth. The酉 belongs to the category of mouth and tongue, so as soon as one speaks, the benefit of generating wealth is obtained. The final transmission巳 is the last in this ten-day cycle. During the day it is ridden by the white tiger and at night by the black tortoise, pressing upon the house. Therefore, one must keep silent to avoid disaster.

斷曰：此涉害之卦，合從革之局，事多險阻，心費機關。孟上神發用，主狐疑反覆。有氣則革而增進，無氣則革而退失。酉加巳為愁課。又將得後武，盜其金氣，名從革不革，得六合亦主孟動未能。

This is a卦 of involvement and harm, and it forms a situation of transformation and metal. There are many obstacles in the matter, and one must use great ingenuity in the mind. The first transmission comes from the upper god of the four beginning months, indicating hesitation and indecision, with repeated changes. The third transmission, if it has energy, will promote change; if it lacks energy, it will lead to failure in change. When酉 is placed on巳, it is called "grief lesson." Adding the heavenly general results in the Heavenly Empress and the Black Tortoise, which leak the golden energy of that situation, hence called "transformation of metal but not completed"; even if the Liu He is obtained, it indicates an intention to act but failure to act.

天時：多燥風，有雨不大。家宅：虛耗，又凶將閉口加宅，主有災患，不能明言。婚姻：不宜用。胎產：胎坐長生，胎安產凶。功名：不利，勿入私門，徒有耗失。求財：先費後償，宜索債負。疾病：主在肺及筋骨虛弱，不妨。失脫：主為喜事中失脫，或隨身婢僕。出行：有驚多費。行人：即至。爭訟：驚憂百出，宜用賄央情。兵戰：不利。

Heavenly Conditions: There is mostly dry wind, though there is some rain, but it is not heavy. Family Residence: The residence is in a state of emptiness and loss, with an Inauspicious General (malevolent general) bringing an image of closure pressing upon the house, indicating disaster that cannot be expressed. Marriage: Not suitable. Pregnancy and Childbirth: The Fetal Spirit (fetus spirit) is seated in the position of Growth (growth), so the fetal energy is stable but childbirth is dangerous. Achieving Fame and Status: Unfavorable, do not take private routes, which will result in unnecessary loss. Seeking Wealth: There will be initial expenses followed by repayment; it is suitable to collect old debts. Disease: The illness is located in the lungs and there is weakness in the tendons and bones, but it is not serious. Loss and Theft: The loss occurs in a joyful occasion, or it is caused by a servant or maid. Traveling: There will be fright and high expenses. Traveler's Arrival: The traveler will arrive soon. Disputes: There will be continuous disturbances and worries; it is suitable to use money to plead and seek favor. Military Conflict: Unfavorable.

畢法云：晝夜貴加求兩貴。課經云：金局須脫干氣，而生起日財，名為取還魂債。古鑑：寅將占失物。酉發用，其類為婦人，又為金釵之屬。加巳乃長生之地，不落空亡，又是三合金局，其物不失，現在爐灶灰中。尋之果獲。指掌賦云：酉丑巳為獻刃，遠近俱被其傷。

The "Bifa Fu" says: If the nobleman appears at both day and night, one can seek help from both noblemen simultaneously. The "Ke Jing" says: For a metal formation, one must first release the energy of the day stem, then let the wealth hexagram return to nourish the day stem, which is called "taking back the soul debt." The "Gu Jian" records: When using the寅 general to find lost items, the酉 is placed as the first transmission, and the class god of酉 is a woman, belonging to the category of gold hairpins; since酉 is placed on the巳, which is the place of growth, it does not fall into kongwang, and forms a triple harmony of metal, so the item was not lost, but was found in the stove ashes. The "Zhi Zhang Fu" says: The three transmissions of酉, 丑, and巳 are called "presenting the blade," and both near and far people will be harmed by it.

課體：昴星，二煩，勵德。課義：三奇昴星，晝盜兼刑，魁罡並現，動不容停。解曰：昴星俯視，初傳得午。中末干支上神，己日元遁，得甲戌、戊辰、庚午，合地上三奇甲戊庚之局。晝占用神，空上逢空。中戌乘雀加日，必見盜脫。戌刑日干，丑又刑戌，辰午亦皆自刑也。課傳魁罡疊見，動作非常，不容自己。

The lesson pattern is determined as "昴星" (昴 Star), "二烦" (Two Troubles), and "励德" (Encouraging Virtue): "二烦" refers to both heaven and earth being troubled, with the middle god added and causing confusion and disorder. The lesson meaning states: the three marvels and昴 star appear at the same time; during the day, the divination encounters both theft and punishment. The Hekui and Tiangang appear together, and once movement begins, it cannot be stopped. Explanation: the昴 star lesson uses the method of looking downward. The first transmission is obtained as Wu. The middle and final transmissions are derived from the upper gods of the day stem and branch. On the sixth day, using the original retreat method, we get Jiaxu, Wuchen, and Gengwu, which exactly match the pattern of the three marvels on the earth. During the day, the initiating transmission god falls into an empty position and meets an empty position. The middle transmission,戌 earth, is riding on the Vermilion Bird and added to the day stem, which certainly leads to theft and loss.戌 earth is in self-punishment with the day stem己 earth, and丑 also punishes戌.辰 and午 are also self-punishing. In the lesson and transmissions, the Hekui and Tiangang appear together, indicating extraordinary action that cannot be stopped.

斷曰：此冬蛇掩目之卦，闇昧不明，進退無據。雖午加卯為明堂，主萬事昌隆，遇凶成吉。奈午值旬空，孤辰發用，凡占多虛少實，止利僧道九流。又地上三奇，用空而奇精有損，其福頓減。又為天地二煩，卻反喜用空而仲神無氣，其禍亦散也。

This is a hexagram of winter snake covering its eyes, indicating darkness and confusion, with no clear basis for advancement or retreat. Although the noon (午) is placed on the卯, which is called "Bright Hall," indicating prosperity and turning misfortune into good fortune, the noon is actually in the旬空, and the first transmission is initiated by Guchen. Therefore, in most divinations, there is more emptiness than reality, benefiting only monks, Taoists, and practitioners. Moreover, although the three marvels are good on the ground, their initiating transmission falls into emptiness, causing damage to the essence of the marvels' energy and a sudden decrease in fortune. This situation is also marked by the heavens and earth being troubled, and it actually prefers the initiating transmission to fall into emptiness and the middle god to have no vitality, thus the calamity will be dispelled.

天時：求晴得陰，求雨得風。家宅：主有田土鬥爭之事，正五九月防有火驚。婚姻：不宜，亦不成。胎產：恐胎臨死敗，不吉。功名：雖有意外之遇，卻無實際，且防同輩暗損。求財：勞多獲少。疾病：主脾病虛熱，暴病不妨，久病凶。失脫：難尋。出行：有憂難，難中有喜。行人：先有信至。爭訟：公事昭彰，不利私暗，主爭田土屋宅。兵戰：不利。墳葬：主墳前多空地，或見驚怪，或起爭端。

Heavenly conditions: Seeking clear weather results in cloudy skies, seeking rain results in strong winds. Home affairs: There will be disputes over land and property, and there is a risk of fire accidents in the first, fifth, and ninth months. Marriage: Not suitable for discussion, and if discussed, it will not succeed. Pregnancy: There is a fear that the fetal deity is located in a place of death and decline, which is unfavorable. Achievements: Although there may be unexpected opportunities, they will not lead to actual results, and one should also be cautious of sabotage by peers. Seeking wealth: Much labor with little gain. Illness: Indicates spleen disease with internal heat, sudden illness is not serious, but chronic illness is dangerous. Loss: Difficult to recover. Travel: There will be worries and difficulties, but amidst the difficulties there is also some joy. Travelers: There will be a letter arriving first. Disputes: Public matters will be clear and evident, but private actions will be disadvantageous, leading to disputes over land and property. Warfare: Unfavorable. Burial: The grave site will have much empty land, or strange occurrences may occur, or disputes may arise.

畢法云：尊崇傳內遇三奇，空上逢空事莫追。袖中金云：卦如冬蛇蟄藏，掩目不動。事多隱伏於內，猶豫驚恐。指掌賦云：昴星如虎對立視，俯仰以卜遠近之憂危。言殺氣至酉而盛，陰陽無克，乃從至陰處，討出消息來也。

The "Bifa Fu" says: When a person of high status encounters the Three Marvels within the three transmissions, it is most precious; if there is another Kongwang above Kongwang, there is no need to pursue further. The "Xiu Zhong Jin" says: This hexagram is like a snake in hibernation, hidden and stored, with eyes closed and motionless; the matter is mostly concealed internally, and people tend to be hesitant and fearful. The "Zhi Zhang Fu" says: The昴star lesson is like two tigers facing each other, with one looking down and the other looking up, predicting distant and near dangers. This refers to the killing qi reaching the You position and being most intense, with yin and yang not attacking each other, and messages can only be obtained from the utmost yin.

課體：元首，間傳，迎陽。課義：敗中藏慝，卯木入宅，外勾裡連，兩貴煩劇。解曰：己土敗於酉，酉臨干上，又旬遁為乙鬼，至惡也。辛卯入宅發用，且脫且克。又為日鬼，自宅中而出，是謂外勾裡連。晝貴入獄，夜貴受克，兩貴煩劇，干之必怒也。

The lesson pattern is determined as "Yuan Shou," "Jian Chuan," and "Ying Yang." Yuan Shou refers to the case where among the four lessons there is only one instance of an upper element overcoming a lower one, and the initiating transmission is taken from that lesson. Ying Yang refers to the three transmissions moving from east to south through the branches of卯, 巳, and 未, following the rising yang energy. The lesson meaning states: in a defeated position, there is hidden evil; the卯 wood enters the family dwelling; there is external collusion and internal connection; both the day and night noblemen are disturbed beyond endurance. Explanation: the己 earth is defeated by酉, and酉 is above the day stem. In the ten-day cycle, it transforms into the乙 wood official ghost, which is extremely evil. The Xinmao enters the family dwelling and initiates the first transmission, both releasing and overcoming; it is also the official ghost of the己 day, emerging from the dwelling, which is called external collusion and internal connection. The day nobleman falls into captivity, and the night nobleman is also restrained, causing both noblemen to be greatly disturbed, and the day stem is certain to become angry.

斷曰：此元首之卦，以尊制卑。事由男子，正大光明，利於先舉。但外來克內，干上又逢脫敗，主客互相沖擊，其象不和，必循理而行，斯無悔咎。

This is the卦 of the sovereign, where the noble side subdues the humble side. The matter is initiated by a man, proceeding with integrity and clarity, favorable for taking the initiative. However, an external deity overcomes the internal, and the day stem encounters leakage, loss, and decline, indicating conflict between host and guest, an inharmonious situation. It is necessary to act according to reason to avoid regret and misfortune.

天時：先見風及雷電，雨遲至。家宅：人宅俱耗，防子孫脫漏之事。婚姻：不宜。胎產：胎坐日墓，不安。功名：可得，防以私門致敗。求財：主為病訟所耗。投謁：不和，防見怒於貴人。疾病：有祟，宜破財。失脫：不獲。出行：未利，反利陰謀逃竄。行人：尚遠。爭訟：防有指唆，內外勾連，不宜托勢。兵戰：晝占不利，夜占大勝。

Heavenly Weather: Wind comes first, then thunder and lightning, and rain comes late. Family: Both people and the house suffer losses, be careful of children going missing or being lost. Marriage: Not suitable. Pregnancy: The fetal god is sitting on the day stem's tomb, causing instability in the fetal energy. Achieving fame: It can be obtained, but be careful of failure due to private connections. Seeking wealth: It is mainly consumed by illness and legal disputes. Seeking an audience: It is not harmonious, be careful of angering the nobleman. Disease: There are ghosts causing trouble, it is suitable to spend money to appease them. Loss: Things cannot be found. Travel: Not favorable, but it is favorable for secret planning to escape. Traveler: Still far away. Dispute: Be careful of someone inciting from inside and outside, do not rely on power. Warfare: Unfavorable during the day, favorable for a great victory at night.

畢法云：兩貴受克難干貴，罡塞鬼戶任謀為。指掌賦云：卯巳未為迎陽，鳴高岡之鸞鳳，占事宜速就，稍遲則無氣矣。指南：甲申年五月午時，日旁大暈圍繞，眾以為瑞，因就午將正時，占得此卦。發用元武，克干克支，夫干為天位，而乘敗氣。支為社稷，而見死神。歲君臨滅沒之方，貴人入囚辱之地，何瑞之有，果然。

The "Bifa Fu" says: When two noblemen are both restrained, it is difficult to rely on them; when the Tiangang blocks the ghost's entrance, one may freely plan. The "Zhipang Fu" says: The three transmissions of卯, 巳, and 未 are called "Yingyang," like the phoenixes and cranes calling on a high hill, so matters should be handled quickly; any delay will lose momentum. The "Lunin Zhi Nan" records: In the year Jiashen, fifth lunar month, at the hour of Wu, there was a large halo around the sun, and everyone regarded it as a good omen, so they used the hour of Wu as the main time to divinate this hexagram. The Black Tortoise issued the first transmission, which both restrained the day stem and the day branch; the day stem, being the position of the emperor, was riding on a declining energy; the day branch, being the state's foundation, encountered the Death Deity; the year's master was located in the direction of decline, and the nobleman fell into a place of humiliation—how could this be considered a good omen? Later, it indeed came true.

課體：元首，進茹，羅網，正和。課義：三傳剋日，夜貴臨吉，或蒙神佑，利卜官秩。解曰：寅卯辰亦號木局，三傳皆為日鬼，其勢不可當矣。喜夜貴在申，金可制木，來加干上，足以拒鬼而護干，不啻蒙吉神之佑也。常占得此，為遇患有救。惟仕宦者占之，為德高官顯，生貴臨身，吉無不利也。

The lesson pattern is identified as "Yuan Shou," "Jin Ru," "Luo Wang," and "Zheng He." "Jin Ru" refers to the three transmissions progressing in order, like pulling out a reed and pulling others along. "Zheng He" refers to the combination of Yin, Mao, and Chen, which are all in the eastern direction, forming a harmonious and proper pattern. The lesson meaning states that all three transmissions come to overcome the day stem; during the night, the nobleman is in a favorable position, as if receiving divine protection; it is favorable for questioning about official rank. Explanation: Yin, Mao, and Chen are also called the wood trinity, and all three transmissions are the official ghosts of the day stem, coming with great force. Fortunately, the nobleman in the night is in Shen, where metal can control wood, and this nobleman is placed upon the day stem, thus blocking the official ghosts and protecting the day stem, as if receiving the protection of a favorable deity. Common people who receive this pattern encounter trouble but find salvation; however, officials who receive this pattern indicate high virtue and prominent official position, with the nobleman who generates them present on themselves, which is favorable and suitable for all matters.

斷曰：此元首之卦，順進連茹。三傳皆官，貴常臨日。日德在宅，發為用神。主忠孝積善之家，有甲第顯榮之慶。春占尤利也。常人防官非口舌，或病患相侵。雖有救神，亦宜謹慎。

This is a卦 of the sovereign, with the three transmissions following in sequence and advancing continuously. All three transmissions are official stars, and the nobleman often appears with the day stem; the day virtue falls on the house and manifests as the useful god. This indicates a family of loyalty and filial piety accumulating good deeds, which will bring joy and honor through academic success. It is especially favorable in spring. For ordinary people, one should beware of legal disputes and verbal conflicts, or illness invading. Even if there is a saving god present, one should still be cautious in all matters.

天時：屢有風患，得雨而解。家宅：朱雀克宅，防火災，或防病訟。婚姻：后克龍，干上克支上，主不成，成亦不利。胎產：丑加子為腹胎格。功名：占試得中，居官宜慎。求財：勞動而所得微細。疾病：家鬼作祟，宜作福禱神。失脫：或因喜事宴會，或主婢僕偷竊。出行：宜謁貴。行人：將至，有阻。爭訟：必藉人調解，可以無患。兵戰：宜慎。

Heavenly Conditions: There are frequent wind troubles, and only with rain will the troubles be removed. Home: The Vermilion Bird overpowers the house, so beware of fire, illness, or lawsuits. Marriage: The Heavenly Empress overpowers the Azure Dragon, and the Day Stem overpowers the Day Branch, indicating that the marriage talk will not succeed, and even if it does, it will be disadvantageous. Pregnancy: The branch You is placed on Zi, forming the 'Abdominal Pregnancy Pattern'. Career: Divination for exams suggests success, but for officialdom, one should be cautious. Seeking Wealth: Hard work leads to little gain. Illness: The household's ghostly spirits are causing trouble; it is advisable to perform rituals and pray to deities. Loss: The loss may be due to a celebration or banquet, or it may be stolen by a servant. Travel: It is advisable to visit a nobleman. Traveler: The traveler is about to arrive, but there will be obstacles on the way. Dispute: One must rely on others to mediate to avoid trouble. Warfare: One should be cautious.

畢法云：所謀多拙遭羅網，鬼臨三四訟災隨，眾鬼雖彰全不畏。課經云：支上有鬼，引入鬼鄉，為家鬼取家人，賴干上食神為救。然必先有驚危，後稍無畏。如食神是貴，必得貴人力也。指掌賦云：寅卯辰為正和，展經略而沐浴恩光。

The "Bifa Fu" says: Most plans are clumsy and fall into traps; if the official ghost is present in the third or fourth lesson, lawsuits and misfortunes will follow one after another; although many ghosts are apparent, there is no need to be afraid. The "Ke Jing" says: If the official ghost is on the day branch and is led into the ghost's territory, it is like one's own ghost capturing one's own family, and it relies entirely on the food god on the day stem to save the situation; however, there must first be a dangerous situation, and only then can one gradually become fearless. If the food god is indeed the nobleman, then one can surely rely on the nobleman's help. The "Zhipang Fu" says: The three transmissions of寅, 卯, and 辰 are called "Zheng He," which allows one to implement state strategies and enjoy the grace of bathing.

課體：伏吟，自任，元胎，六儀。課義：祿馬隨身，兩虎並臨，居官極品，俗庶災身。解曰：申為日之德祿，又乘驛馬臨身發用。中傳螣蛇生角，末傳勾陳捧印，仕宦占之，大為吉兆。申本虎也，以居官言之，二虎入廟，為威權顯赫之象，必登極品。俗庶不足以當此，必有訟獄之災矣。

The lesson pattern is determined as "Hidden Chant," "Self-Responsibility," "Original Fetus," and "Six Instruments." "Self-Responsibility" refers to a hidden chant on an odd day, indicating that all matters can only be shouldered by oneself. "Original Fetus" means that all four lessons and three transmissions belong to the first quarter of the months, like the initial formation of fetal energy. "Six Instruments" refers to the deity of the first day of the ten-day period initiating the transmission, acting as the master of the ten-day cycle. The lesson meaning states that the禄神 (favorable deity) and The Post-horse (post-horse) are both accompanying the body, with two White Tigers appearing together on the person. Officials may achieve the highest position, while common people may suffer misfortune because of this. Explanation: Shen is both the virtue deity and禄神 of Geng day, and it is accompanied by the post-horse, appearing on the body and initiating the first transmission. The middle transmission is Teng Snake emerging, and the final transmission is Gou Chen holding the seal, which is a great omen for officials. Since Shen itself belongs to the Tiger, and considering the context of holding an official position, two Tigers entering the court indicate a powerful and prominent status, surely leading to a top rank. Common people cannot bear such an atmosphere, and they will certainly face legal troubles and lawsuits.

斷曰：此伏吟自任之卦，課傳皆孟，格合元胎。伏而未發，隱而未明。靜則相宜，動則反滯。君子守正修德，則應祿馬俱臨之吉，旬儀發用之祥。富貴顯庸，亨通無比。若常人無德，反主生災作禍。

The interpretation is: this is a Hidden Chant self-assumed hexagram, with the four lessons and three transmissions all belonging to the first month. The structure conforms to the original embryo. It is latent and has not yet been activated, concealed and not yet clear. It is quiet and appropriate to maintain stillness; any movement would lead to obstruction. If a gentleman can uphold the right path and cultivate virtue, he should encounter the auspiciousness of both official and horse accompanying him and the favorable use of the ten-day cycle, thus attaining wealth, honor, prominence, and being appointed, achieving unparalleled success. However, for an ordinary person without virtue, it would instead lead to calamity and misfortune.

天時：風雨時至。家宅：干支互絕，宜與人兌換屋宇。婚姻：晝占不宜，夜占可用。胎產：春占安，夏占防損。功名：文主高第顯榮，武主功成衣錦，躁妄者不吉。求財：大有所得，防為病訟所耗，或為兄弟分奪。疾病：晝占大凶，久病及老人小兒尤忌。失脫：可得，逃亡必獲。出行：如意。行人：先有信，在路將至。爭訟：不吉，靜以待動者得勝。兵戰：晝夜不寧。

Heavenly conditions: rain and wind will come at any time. For the household: the day stem and day branch are in the state of mutual defeat, it is advisable to exchange houses with others. For marriage: it is not suitable to divinate during the day, but suitable during the night. For pregnancy: if divined in spring, the fetal condition is stable; if divined in summer, there is a need to prevent injury. For official rank: the literary path leads to success and honor, the military path leads to achievements and returning home in glory, but those who are impetuous and act recklessly will have an inauspicious outcome. For seeking wealth: there will be great gains, but be cautious of losses due to illness or legal disputes, or being taken by brothers. For illness: divining during the day is very inauspicious, especially for those with long-term illness, the elderly, and children. For lost items: they can be recovered, and those who have run away will certainly be captured. For travel: everything will go as desired. For a traveler: there will be a letter first, and the person is on the way and will arrive soon. For disputes: it is inauspicious, wait quietly for the party that moves first to win. For warfare: there will be no peace during day or night.

畢法云：任信丁馬須言動，賓主不投刑在上。課經云：伏吟交車沖，不論親疏，主先合後離。父子、夫婦、主客、兄弟皆然。袖中金云：寅日用申巳，凡占主刑中之合，薄有所就，出行則可。

The "Bifa Fu" says: If a self-reliant and self-confident divination includes the ten-day stem Ding and the post-horse, it should be interpreted as indicating movement. When the host and guest do not align, observe the criminal god falling on the upper god. The "Ke Jing" states: In a Hidden Chant lesson where the chariot and its opposite conflict, regardless of close or distant relations, it indicates first union then separation; sons, spouses, hosts, guests, and brothers all follow this pattern. The "Xiu Zhong Jin" says: On寅 day, using申 and巳, any divination indicates punishment combined with union, achieving somewhat, and travel is feasible.

課體：知一，退茹。課義：夜貴墓身，晝貴墓庭，三傳雖水，兩丙一丁。解曰：未臨夜貴，本辰墓也，今覆日上。丑臨晝貴，本日墓也，今覆辰上。交互相墓，兩貴蹉跌矣。三傳子亥戌，亦名水局。水雖能制日鬼，而亦脫日氣。況旬遁丙子丙戊丁亥，兩丙一丁，皆為暗鬼。若嫌日上空生，棄之而妄動，必逢災咎也。

The lesson pattern is identified as "Zhi Yi" and "Tui Ru." The lesson meaning states: the nobleman of the night buries himself in the tomb, and the nobleman of the day buries the courtyard in the tomb; although the three transmissions belong to water, they conceal two Bing and one Ding. Explanation: the earth branch Wei is occupied by the nobleman of the night, and Wei is originally the tomb of the day stem寅; now it covers over the day stem. The earth branch Chou is occupied by the nobleman of the day, and Chou is originally the tomb of the day stem庚; now it covers over the day branch. They interact to form a tomb, and both noblemen are hindered. The three transmissions Zi, Hai, and Xu are also called the water pattern; although water can control the official ghost of the day stem庚, it also drains the energy of the day stem. Moreover, the ten-day cycle reveals Bing Zi, Bing Xu, and Ding Hai, with two Bing and one Ding, all belonging to hidden official ghosts. If one is suspicious that the support for the day stem is ineffective and acts recklessly, disaster is certain to follow.

斷曰：此知一之卦，脫干生支，恩中有害，合中有沖。二下賊上，皆在宅內。主妻財爭訟，咒詛不寧。又：三辰逆退連茹，節外生枝，先退後進。喜干奇臨干，旬奇發用，亦合聯珠之吉，可陰消禍患，意外獲福。

This is a卦 of knowledge and understanding. It drains the day stem and benefits the day branch, indicating affection mixed with harm, and harmony accompanied by conflict. There are two lessons where the lower deity harms the upper deity, both occurring within the house, indicating disputes over wife and money, being cursed and slandered, and lacking peace. Moreover, the three chen positions are in reverse order, connected in sequence, leading to complications beyond the main issue, with a pattern of first retreating and then advancing. Fortunately, the odd deity of the day stem is present on the day stem itself, and the odd deity of the ten-day period issues from the first transmission, which is a favorable sign of linked pearls, capable of secretly resolving disasters and unexpectedly gaining blessings.

天時：久陰多雨。家宅；主人昏晦不通，宅亦廢損虛耗，或被子孫耗費生禍；又丑加寅，夜將天空，主屋上獸頭落。功名：士有奇遇，官有異政超擢。求財：所得輕微。投謁：晝占和美，夜占不合。疾病：大吉加寅，干支互墓，昏滯不吉。失脫：或在鄰近，或子孫所竊。出行：多有耗費，兼防暗損。行人：遲滯。爭訟：夜占防直遭曲斷。兵戰：不寧。

Heavenly Conditions: There will be prolonged periods of cloudy weather and heavy rain. Family Residence: The master is dull and lacks understanding, the house is also in disrepair and decay, or it is being consumed by descendants leading to misfortune; also, the branch of Chou is added to the branch of Yin, and during the night, the Heavenly General is in the sky, indicating that the beast's head on the roof ridge will fall down. Achievements: Scholars may have unusual encounters, while officials may be promoted beyond normal standards due to exceptional performance. Seeking Wealth: The gains will be very small. Seeking Favor: During the day, the divination shows harmony and beauty, but during the night, the divination indicates that talks will not reach an agreement. Illness: Daji (Chou earth) is added to the branch of Yin, and the day stem and day branch mutually enter the tomb, leading to a state of confusion and blockage, which is not auspicious. Losses: The loss may be in the nearby neighborhood, or it may be stolen by descendants. Traveling: There will be much expenditure, and one should also beware of hidden losses. Travelers: The traveler will remain still for a long time. Disputes: During the night, one should beware of being judged as wrong even though one is clearly right. Military Conflict: There will be unrest.

畢法云：空上逢空事莫追，晝夜貴加求兩貴，干支乘墓各昏迷。觀月經云：四立干上神，分明末日臨，此名天禍卦，乖角竟相侵。如立夏日是庚，前一日是巳，巳乃木之末日，巳課在未，庚日占事，干上得小吉，是末日臨也。

The *Bifa Fu* says: If Kongwang appears again on top of Kongwang, there is no need to pursue further; if both day nobleman and night nobleman are present together, one can seek help from both noblemen at the same time; if both the day stem and day branch are in their墓 position, both sides are unclear and confused. The *Guan Jingxue* says: On the days of the four beginnings—Lichun, Lixia, Liqiu, and Lidong—look at the heavenly stem on the day. If it clearly has the general of the previous solar term's end, it is called the "Heavenly Misfortune Hexagram," which indicates mutual discord and mutual harm. For example, on the day of Lixia, if it is a day of Geng, the previous day belongs to Si, which is the end of the wood energy. The Si hexagram falls on Wei, and if on a Geng day, the day stem has Xiaoji (Wei earth), this is called the end energy appearing on top.

課體：涉害，間傳，顧祖，勵德。課義：虛憂不實，就生無力，倘聚錢財，禍患尤劇。解曰：午為日鬼，臨干發用，大為可憂。幸值旬空，則虛而不實。棄而就中傳辰土之生，似若可依。然亦陷空鬼之鄉，不能助我為力。由是而之末傳，勢必取寅之財矣。而晝乘蛇火，為害非淺，可不慎哉。

The lesson pattern is determined as "涉害" (involvement in harm), "间传" (intermediate transmission), "顾祖" (looking back to ancestors), and "励德" (encouraging virtue). "顾祖" refers to the final transmission returning to support the initial transmission, like descendants looking back to their ancestors. The lesson meaning states: worries are merely superficial and do not take effect; relying on past support is ineffective; if one gathers wealth, the calamity will be particularly severe. Explanation: The fire of the fifth heavenly stem is the official ghost of the day stem of geng, appearing on the day stem and issuing the first transmission, which is very concerning. Fortunately, it is in the empty period, thus being empty and not real. One should abandon it and rely instead on the middle transmission, the earth of chen, to support and sustain, as if having a support. However, chen is also in the empty ghost region and cannot help. Therefore, one must go to the final transmission and necessarily take the wood of yin as wealth. However, during the day, yin is occupied by the fire of teng snake, causing great harm, how can one not be cautious?

斷曰：此涉害之卦，多歷艱辛。每逢憂患，進退維谷。末助初而克干，主有人百端侵損。幸孤辰發用，為我難者，有心無力，雖見驚憂，旋歸烏有也。貴臨卯酉，大位升遷，微員斥退之象。

This is a卦 of involvement in harm, indicating many difficulties and hardships. Frequently encountering troubles, one is caught between difficulties. The final transmission assists the first transmission to overcome the day stem, suggesting that someone is causing harm and damage. Fortunately, Guchen originates from the first transmission, meaning those who trouble me are powerless. Although there is disturbance and worry, it will soon vanish. The nobleman is present at the卯 and酉 positions, indicating the image of high officials being promoted and minor officials being dismissed.

天時：占晴不久，占雨難得。家宅：人宅互脫，又皆臨敗地，必見衰替。婚姻：不吉。胎產：胎神坐長生，占胎安，產不利。功名：仲夏晝占，赴任榮顯。求財：遲得，防因財生災。疾病：干支互乘死神，大凶。失脫：即在宅內。出行：不宜。行人：未至。爭訟：不宜告人奸，必連累同罪。兵戰：宜慎。

Heavenly conditions: If predicting clear weather, it will be clear but not for long; if predicting rain, it will be difficult to get rain. Family residence: Both people and the house mutually weaken each other, and both are in a position of decline, so there will certainly be a decline. Marriage: Unauspicious. Pregnancy: The Fetal Spirit is sitting in the position of growth, so predicting the fetus is safe, but predicting childbirth is unfavorable. Achieving fame and status: If divined during the middle of summer on a daytime, taking office will bring honor. Seeking wealth: Wealth comes slowly, be careful of disasters caused by wealth. Disease: The day stem and day branch mutually multiply the death deity, which is very凶. Loss and theft: The lost items are inside the house. Traveling: Not advisable. Travelers: Not yet arrived. Disputes: Do not advise to expose others' secrets, definitely causing oneself to be implicated and suffer punishment. Warfare: Should be cautious.

畢法云：制鬼之位乃良醫，干支皆敗勢傾頹。課經云：末雖助初，初卻空亡，不能剋日，末徒作仇怨，名抱難不斗格。指南：戊辰年子將代占枚卜。朝官占得顧祖格，多不滿任。又初中空陷，龍化為蛇，龍神克其德祿，不但不能大拜，定以強進獲咎。後果有一宗伯，枚卜不就，繼被察處回籍。

The "Bifa Fu" says: The one that can subdue the official ghost is the good physician; if both the day stem and day branch are in a losing position, the situation will inevitably decline. The "Ke Jing" says: Although the final transmission supports the first transmission, the first transmission falls into kongwang, fails to overcome the day stem, and the final transmission forms an enmity in vain, which is called "Bao Nan Bu Dou Ge." The "Liu Ren Zhi Nan" records: In the year of Wuchen, use the zi general to divinate matters concerning the court's recommendation of ministers. When court officials receive the Gu Zu Ge, they are mostly not appointed for the full term. Moreover, if both the first and middle transmissions fall into kongwang, the azure dragon turns into the teng snake, the dragon god then overcomes his virtue god and禄 god, not only failing to attain high office, but also certainly suffering punishment due to excessive ambition. Later, indeed, a Minister of Rites was not selected in the court's recommendation, and then was dismissed from office and sent back to his hometown.

課體：元首，元胎。課義：干傳干支，我就他宜，亥雖解禍，生禍由斯。解曰：初傳從干上發用，末傳歸干支上，自我就彼，為我求於彼之事也。巳為日鬼，亥水克之，洵足解一時之禍。然亥生寅，寅轉生巳，迤邐遞生，還為日害，是則生禍亦由斯也。

The lesson pattern is identified as "Original Head" and "Original Embryo." The lesson meaning states: the transmission from the day stem to the day stem and day branch indicates that I should go to the other party; although the water of亥 can resolve the current misfortune, the root of the calamity also lies here. Explanation: the first transmission originates from the heavenly stem above the day stem, and the final transmission returns to the heavenly stem above the day stem and day branch. This indicates that I am seeking something from the other party. The fire of巳 is the official ghost of the day stem of庚, and the water of亥 controls it, indeed capable of resolving the immediate misfortune; however, the water of亥 also generates the wood of寅, which in turn generates the fire of巳, continuing in a chain of mutual generation, ultimately returning to harm the day stem. Thus, the root of the calamity is indeed here.

斷曰：此元首之卦，課傳皆孟。巳加申上，名病元胎。雖事出順利，以尊制卑，然必正大光明，方得動而無咎。苟或闇昧，則應四病之象。伏滯不通，觸則成禍。又三傳遞生日鬼，勾陳捧印，螣蛇化龍，仕宦則宜，常占不吉。

The divination indicates a supreme ruler's hexagram, with all four lessons and three transmissions belonging to the first category. The巳 (Si) is placed over the申 (Shen), known as "Disease and Fetus." Although the matter proceeds smoothly, it involves subordinating the lower to the higher, so actions must be open and upright to avoid mistakes. If actions are secretive and obscure, it corresponds to the image of the fourth illness, indicating hidden blockages and obstructions, which can lead to disaster upon disturbance. Furthermore, the three transmissions generate the day stem's official ghost through mutual generation. Gou Chen holds the seal, and Teng Snake transforms into the Azure Dragon, which is favorable for officials but inauspicious for ordinary people.

天時：孟雨還晴。家宅：主家有孕婦，或陰人離散不和。婚姻：未遂意。胎產：胎神臨敗，防有損墮。功名：大利，主得人推薦，遷官捧印。求財：有得，亦防耗費。疾病：遇醫，防復發。失脫：不宜追。出行：求官利，餘不宜。行人：即至。爭訟：宜和，或因幼輩起禍。兵戰：居安慮危，不可輕易。

Heavenly Conditions: In the early spring, after rain, the weather will clear. Home: Indicates there is a pregnant woman in the family, or there is discord among women. Marriage: Not to one's satisfaction. Pregnancy: The spirit of the fetus is in a poor position, be careful of injury or miscarriage. Official Rank: Very favorable, with recommendation from others, promotion and receiving an official seal. Seeking Wealth: There will be some gain, but also be cautious of expenditure. Disease: One can meet a doctor, but beware of recurrence. Loss: Not suitable for chasing. Travel: Favorable for seeking official positions, other matters are not suitable. Traveler: Will arrive soon. Dispute: It is suitable to reconcile, or trouble may arise from younger generations. Warfare: Even in a safe position, be cautious of danger, do not act recklessly.

畢法云：制鬼之位乃良醫，彼此猜忌害相隨。課經云：變克翻為兩面刀。又干支皆乘長生，後卻互脫，為樂里生憂。神應經云：末傳亥遁丁鬼，或因子息而凶動。古鑑：辰將占家宅，曰：巳火克申，功曹乘蛇刑巳克申。亥為日子，必因子息吏人耗業。金生干巳，卻來亥上脫氣。寅生干亥，卻來巳上脫氣，主先興後替。亥四寅七，十一年後見也，俱驗。

The "Bifa Fu" says: The one that can subdue the official ghost is the good physician; when there is mutual suspicion, look at the six harms following. The "Ke Jing" says: When the direction of overcoming changes, it becomes a double-edged sword; it also says that if both the day stem and day branch are riding the growth, but later they mutually exhaust each other, this is called "joy leading to worry." The "Shen Ying Jing" says: If the final transmission is亥 water escaping the丁 god official ghost, there may be danger related to children. The "Gu Jian" records: Using the辰 general to divinate the family dwelling, it says:巳 fire overcomes申 metal, Gongcao寅 wood rides Teng Snake, which both injures巳 and overcomes申;亥 is the son爻 of庚 day, surely causing loss due to children or officials. Gold originally supports the day stem's巳, but it escapes to亥 to exhaust;寅 originally supports the day stem's亥, but it escapes to巳 to exhaust, indicating initial prosperity followed by decline.亥 counts four,寅 counts seven, together making eleven years, and this was all verified later.

課體：涉害，炎上，斬關，狡童。課義：始課可畏，動用非細，中末既陷，守為上計。解曰：天罡臨日，河魁臨辰，而復發用，旬遁丙鬼，其為動作非細矣。六合並臨鬼戶，其為陰謀方始，甚可畏也。幸中末俱落空陷，卒歸消散。然所動謀，亦迄無成，不如守干上辰土之生，為計之得耳。子涉五土，戌涉四木，故又有以子為用者。

The lesson pattern is identified as "涉害", "炎上", "斩关", and "狡童": "炎上" refers to the three transmissions forming the fire triad of Yin-Wu-Xu, with the fiery nature ascending; "斩关" means cutting through obstacles forcefully; "狡童" indicates improper relationships between men and women. The lesson meaning states: the initial lesson is already alarming, and once it starts, the actions involved are significant; fortunately, the middle and final transmissions both fall into empty voids, so it is better to remain defensive. Explanation: The heavenly stem Tiangang (Chen) is located on the day stem, and the earthly branch Hekui (Xu) is located on the day branch. Xu also initiates the first transmission, and the ten heavenly stems are hidden as the fire official ghost, indicating that this action is not trivial. The six unities are all located on the ghost's house Yin, showing that the conspiracy has just begun and is quite alarming. Fortunately, the middle and final transmissions both fall into empty voids, leading to eventual dispersion; however, the planned action remains unfulfilled, so it is better to rely on the supportive earth of Chen on the day stem. The son involves five layers of earth, and Xu involves four layers of wood, so there is also a saying of taking the son as the initiating transmission.

斷曰：此涉害之卦，合炎上之局。事當見機而進，知難而退。三傳從末遞生，以至支上而生干，主得人多助，百事可成。但火局以虛而明，戌加寅為墓臨生，占事明者反為闇昧。又中末皆空，多不成實。惟宜解散憂驚而已。

This is a卦 involving harm, and it forms a situation of fire rising upwards. In dealing with matters, one should seize opportunities to advance and know when to retreat in the face of difficulty. The three transmissions start from the final transmission and generate sequentially, leading up to the day branch, where it then regenerates the day stem. This indicates that one can receive help from many people, and all affairs can be accomplished. However, the fire situation is empty yet bright, with戌 placed on寅, which is the tomb god resting on the position of growth. Matters that should be clear become obscure. Moreover, both the middle and final transmissions fall into emptiness, meaning that few actual results will be achieved, and it is only suitable for relieving worries and fears.

天時：沉陰蔽日，得風雷而散。家宅：斬關非安居之象，狡童防男女之私。婚姻：不宜。胎產：胎坐空墓，占胎主私孕；占產即下，有驚恐。功名：雖有虛聲相助，迄無成就。求財：虛耗。疾病：木侮脾經，不吉。失脫：難獲。出行：宜避難遠引，然不能動身。行人：有阻。爭訟：主為奸盜之事，旋歸解散。兵戰：未利。

Heavenly circumstances: dark clouds heavily cover the sun, and it will not clear until there is wind and thunder. Family dwelling: cutting through the gate is not a sign of settling down; a cunning young man should beware of private affairs between men and women. Marriage: not suitable. Pregnancy: the fetal god is seated on Kongwang and Storage, indicating that the pregnancy was secretly conceived; when predicting childbirth, it will happen soon, and the child will be born with fear. Achieving fame: although there is assistance from empty fame and prestige, there will be no real success. Seeking wealth: a waste of effort. Illness: the wood energy oppresses the spleen meridian, which is unfavorable. Loss: difficult to recover. Travel: suitable for avoiding danger and leaving far away, but one is helpless and cannot move. Travelers: blocked on the way. Disputes: mainly about immoral acts and theft, which will resolve themselves soon. Warfare: unfavorable.

畢法云：三傳遞生人舉薦，后合占婚豈用謀，不行傳者考初時。課經云：夜貴登天門，神藏煞沒，四孟月占尤的，緣四維為月將也。斬關主動，而中末空亡，反不能動。訂訛云：午加戌，主失馬入墓故也。戌為獄神傳墓，主有獄訟事。秋夏占為恃勢，庚辛日名帶煞。

The *Bifa Fu* says: When the three transmissions turn and generate each other, it indicates that someone will recommend a person; when the Heavenly Empress combines with Liu He to divinate marriage matters, there is no need for further planning; when the three transmissions stop passing on, one should examine the time of the first transmission's initiation. The *Ke Jing* says: When the nobleman appears at the heavenly gate at night, all spirits hide and evil forces disappear, and the divination is especially accurate in the months of the four young ones, because at that time the four directions generals are being used. If the main ruler of the gate changes, but the middle and final transmissions are empty, the movement cannot take place. The *Ding'e* says: When the hour of Wu is placed on the hour of Xu, it is because the lost horse has entered the storage place. Xu is the god of the prison and when the transmission reaches the storage, it indicates legal disputes; divination in summer and autumn indicates reliance on power, and divination on days of Geng and Xin is called 'carrying an evil force'.

課體：知一，斫輪，羅網。課義：丙戌丙子，中傳逢巳，君子宜占，俗庶有悔。解曰：戌旬遁為丙，而子元遁為丙，兩丙夾中傳之巳，無非日之官鬼矣。又卯加申上，格合斫輪。仕宦占之，宜有遷除之吉。而世俗眾庶遇此，不免病訟之凶也。

The "Lesson Pattern" is determined as "Zhi Yi," "Zhuo Lun," and "Lu Wang." The "Lesson Meaning" states: The Ji (戌) is concealed as Bing, and the Zi (子) is concealed as Bing as well, with the Middle Transmission also encountering Si fire. A gentleman divining this would find it favorable, but a common person would feel regret. Explanation: The Ji (戌) is concealed as Bing according to the ten-day cycle, and the Zi (子) is concealed as Bing according to the original method. The two Bings enclose the Middle Transmission Si fire, which is nothing other than the official ghost of Geng day. Additionally, the卯 is placed on the申, forming the pattern of "Zhuo Lun." Officials who divinate this should expect good fortune of promotion and appointment; however, ordinary people encountering this pattern are likely to face illness and legal troubles.

斷曰：此比用知一之卦，既為互旺，亦號交羅。吉人則符其吉兆，而有軒車印綬之來。凶人則應其凶徵，而有羊刃網羅之患。二爻皆動，事出兩歧，合外有沖，恩中生害；大都宜舍遠就近，舍疏就親，先歷艱難，後得成就也。

The interpretation: This is a situation of mutual prosperity, also known as 'crossing nets'. For those with good fortune in their destiny, it will bring auspicious signs, with the arrival of carriages, horses, and official seals; for those with bad fortune, it will bring ominous signs, with calamities such as Yangren and nets. When both lines are active, the matter splits into two threads, with harmony accompanied by conflict, and benefits mixed with harm. Generally, one should abandon the distant for the near, and the distant relatives for the close ones. First experiencing some difficulties, then achieving success.

天時：有風有雨而易晴。家宅：夏占夜雀乘酉，火鬼加宅克宅，防火災及官非，宜以井泥塗灶禳之。婚姻：不諧。胎產：胎神臨絕，十月大忌，占產即生。功名：求官大吉，科場謹慎題目。求財：大有獲。投謁：見貴吉。疾病：肺病，不吉。失脫：或在鄰家，逃亡不遠。出行：上官之任吉。行人：在道，遲至。爭訟：宜和，兩貴皆害，恐遭曲斷。兵戰：利主不利客。

Heavenly conditions: There will be wind and rain, but it will be easy to clear up. Home: In summer, at night, the Vermilion Bird is in the酉 direction, with a fire ghost affecting the house, which may cause fire and legal disputes. It is advisable to take mud from the bottom of a well and apply it to the stove to ward off these effects. Marriage: The conversation is not harmonious. Pregnancy: The spirit of the fetus is in a dead position, and it is very inauspicious in the tenth month. If this is a prediction for childbirth, the child will be born immediately. Official position: Seeking an official position is very auspicious, but one should be cautious when taking exams. Seeking wealth: There will be great gains. Visiting: Meeting a nobleman is auspicious. Disease: Lung disease, which is inauspicious. Loss: The lost item may be with a neighbor, and the escaped person will not have gone far. Travel: Going to take up an official position is auspicious. Traveler: The traveler is still on the way and will arrive late. Dispute: It is advisable to reconcile. Both parties have a nobleman with the six evils, and it is likely to be ruled as unjust. Warfare: It is favorable for the main side but not for the opposing side.

畢法云：互旺皆旺坐謀宜，人宅坐墓甘招晦，所謀多拙逢羅網，胎財死氣損胎推。課經卦象云：木欲成器，須假金斫。孕病凶險，財喜歡躍。祿位加增，官職超擢。戌印常綬，遇之尤樂。袖中金云：占人有除授營運之事，金日曰成器。若秋三月庚辛日得之，將乘陰虎，則名傷斧，以金太過故也。

The "Bifa Fu" says: When both sides are prosperous, they are mutually beneficial, and it is suitable to plan matters while sitting; when both the person and the house are seated on the墓 (burial) position, they can only endure the coming of bad luck; the matters they plan are mostly clumsy and fall into traps; if the Fetal Spirit (fetus deity) and财爻 (wealth爻) are riding on death qi, it should be interpreted as a loss of the fetus. The "Kanjing · Guaxiang" says: To make wood into objects, one must use a metal axe to cut and shape it; if it is about conceiving or illness, it is ominous; if it is about wealth, it brings joy and eagerness; there is an increase in salary and position, and officials are promoted beyond their rank; when戌土 (earth) serves as the印绶 (seal), it is especially pleasing. The "Xiu Zhong Jin" says: If the person seeking the divination is involved in matters of receiving an official position or managing business, then on a day of gold, it is called "cheng qi" (making an object); if it is on the third month of autumn on the days of庚 or辛 (metal days), and the heavenly general is riding on Tai Yin and Bai Hu (White Tiger), then it is called "shang fu" (injuring the axe), because of the excessive metal qi.

課體：反吟，元胎，贅婿。課義：他來我家，我去投他，滿目財祿，夜占不佳。解曰：寅臨申上，他來我家也。申臨寅上，我去投他也。干支互臨，彼此易地，三傳四課，不出寅申兩字。申為日祿，寅為日財，財祿滿目，有何不美。然以夜將言之，則申蛇寅虎，亦復滿目縱橫，不佳之甚也。

The lesson pattern is determined as "Reverse Chant," "Original Womb," and "Stepson." Stepson refers to the situation where the male marries into the female's family and himself becomes subordinate. The lesson meaning says: he comes to my house, and I go to his; everywhere I see wealth and official rank, but it is not good for a night divination. Explanation: Yin is located on Shen, indicating he comes to my house; Shen is located on Yin, indicating I go to him. The day stem and day branch are located on each other's positions, exchanging places. The three transmissions and four lessons all involve only Yin and Shen. Shen is the official rank of Geng day, and Yin is the wealth of Geng day, so wealth and official rank are everywhere, which is very good. However, considering the heavenly generals for the night, Shen has Teng Snake and Yin has White Tiger, which also fill the view, making it very bad.

斷曰：此反吟無依之卦，像合元胎，亦名贅婿。來往無端，反覆不定。又主狐疑隱伏，尊卑無紀，彼此不和。君子守正則亨，小人妄動則厲。雖曰祿馬同鄉，有富貴吉昌之兆。然俱臨絕地，仍見凶徵，不可不懼也。

This is a卦 of reverse chant without support, matching the image of the original embryo, also known as the stepson. There is confusion and no clear direction, with repeated fluctuations and no resolution. It also indicates suspicion and indecision, hidden and not apparent, with disorder in hierarchy and lack of harmony between parties. The virtuous person who maintains the right path will find success, while the petty person acting recklessly will face danger. Although the official of fortune and the post-horse are in the same locality, indicating signs of wealth, good fortune, and prosperity, since they are both in the state of decline, a凶ous image still appears, which is something to be feared.

天時：陰晴不定，晝雨夜風。家宅：宜與人兌換屋宇而居。婚姻：晝占可用，夜占不宜，主男就女贅，或婦人攜子改嫁。胎產：主雙孕。功名：宜署攝印務，交代職任，餘占不吉。求財：宜結絕交易之事。疾病：主非一症，祿神投絕，主絕食；又人入鬼門，申生人占之必死。失脫：遠尋。出行：不利。行人：即至。爭訟：先動者勝。兵戰：主有殺傷，客反為主。

Heavenly conditions: The weather is uncertain, with rain during the day and wind at night. For the household: It is suitable to exchange houses with others. For marriage: Divination during the day is favorable, but not during the night, indicating that the male partner will join the female's family, or that a woman with children will remarry. For pregnancy: It indicates a multiple birth. For official positions: It is favorable to take on a position of temporary authority or to transfer duties, but other inquiries are unfavorable. For seeking wealth: It is suitable to conclude a transaction. For illness: There are multiple symptoms; the official of fortune is in a terminal position, indicating loss of appetite; also, it is like entering the gate of the underworld, and those born in the year of the monkey who divinate will surely die. For lost items: They should be looked for in distant places. For travel: It is unfavorable. For a traveler: He will arrive soon. For disputes: The one who acts first will win. For warfare: There will be casualties, and the opposing side will turn into the main side.

畢法云：干支值絕凡謀決，權攝不正祿臨支。觀月經云：孟知贅婿卦，將身就妻家，辰往臨其日，被克更無差。訂訛云：中末見救神，或年命得神吉，為贅婿當權，可任意所為。若乘旺相，作勾虎，又名殘下，甚不利卑小也。

The *Bi Fa Fu* says: If both the day stem and day branch are in the state of absolute decline, then no matter what plans are made, they will all be difficult to achieve; if someone is acting as a proxy in an official position but lacks proper authority, one should look at the Lu Spirit (favorable deity) to see where it is located in the day branch. The *Guan Jing Xiang* says: For the four beginning months' divination lessons, one must recognize the live-in son-in-law hexagram (husband-in-law's hexagram), which signifies sending oneself into the wife's family; if the deity in the day branch approaches the day stem and is then restrained, the divination will be accurate without error. The *Ding E* says: If the middle transmission or the final transmission encounters a saving deity, or if the person's birth year and destiny are favored by auspicious deities, this indicates the live-in son-in-law (husband-in-law) is in power and can act freely; if it is accompanied by prosperity and strength, and also takes the form of Gou Chen or Bai Hu, it is called 'canyxia' (residual decline), which is extremely unfavorable for those of low status and youth.

課體：知一，鑄印，驀越。課義：干支乘墓，晝夜貴遇，二丙遁官，與巳同聚。解曰：干乘金墓，支乘木墓。雖主人昏宅暗，而丑為晝貴，未為夜貴，兩貴交臨，又人宅之福也。中傳巳火固為日官，而子元遁丙，戌旬遁丙，並巳而三，遂成純官鑄印之局。仕宦則為休徵，常人則為咎應矣。

The "Lesson Pattern" is determined as "Zhi Yi," "Zhu Yin," and "Mo Yue." The "Lesson Meaning" states: the day stem and day branch both ride on the Tomb Spirit (mound spirit), and the two noblemen of day and night both meet. Two Bing (丙) elements escape the official star, gathering together with the巳 fire. Explanation: the day stem rides on the mound of metal, and the day branch rides on the mound of wood. Though the owner is dull and the residence atmosphere is dark and obscure, Chou (丑) is the nobleman of day and Wei (未) is the nobleman of night, the two noblemen are in mutual proximity, which is the fortune of the person and the residence. In the Middle Transmission, the巳 fire itself is the official star of the Geng day. The Zi (子) follows the original retreat to become Bing, and the Xu (戌) follows the ten-day retreat to become Bing, together with the巳, forming three layers, thus creating a pure official casting seal pattern. For those in official positions, it is a favorable omen; for ordinary people, it indicates the fulfillment of misfortune.

斷曰：此知一之卦，異處見同，恩中有害。干支皆遭墓覆，彼此昏暗。宅上重空，用神無力。雖有鑄印之祥，及兩貴之吉，亦多虛而少實也。

This is a卦 of knowing one, where differences show sameness, and kindness contains harm. The day stem and day branch are both covered by the tomb god, and both sides are dim and unclear. The residence is heavily overlaid with kongwang, and the initiating transmission god cannot exert force. Although there is auspiciousness of casting an official seal and the blessing of two noblemen, it is mostly empty rather than substantial.

天時：忽然有雨，旋見日出，後成陰曀。家宅：門戶虛耗，或將改換。婚姻：六月夜占可用。胎產：易產。功名：必有貴力異遇，虛而不實。求財：難得。疾病：不吉。失脫：未獲，逃亡不遠。出行：未決。行人：道遠失期。爭訟：各投勢要，宜和。兵戰：晝占宜慎，夜占勝。墳葬：防有水穴。

Heavenly signs: It suddenly rains, then the sun comes out, and afterwards it turns into gloomy weather. Family home: The entrance is empty and the family is dispersing, or there will be a change. Marriage: It is suitable to divinate at night in June. Childbirth: The delivery will be smooth. Official rank: There will certainly be a fortunate encounter with a nobleman, but it is empty and not real. Seeking wealth: It is difficult to obtain. Disease: Unfavorable. Loss: It cannot be found again, and a person who has run away will not go far. Traveling: Uncertain. Traveler: The journey is long and the return will be delayed. Dispute: Both sides rely on power, it is suitable to reconcile. Warfare: If divined during the day, caution is needed; if divined at night, victory is expected. Burial: Be careful that there is water in the grave.

畢法云：晝夜貴加求兩貴，干支乘墓各昏迷。古鑑：乙酉年寅將占家宅，曰：宅上空亡，是出於舊宅。移南就北，初傳子在空上，亦是暫住未有定論。巳加子，庚金生干巳。巳為店業，太陰為老婦人，是從內戚買得此基，當開店發跡，巳年方得改造。末傳生干，得尊長主之。戌為干僕，六合並臨，交易成也。其人果以舊宅丁眾，謀遷外居，一一皆驗。

The *Bi Fa Fu* says: If the day's nobleman and night's nobleman both appear at the same time, one can seek both noblemen simultaneously; if the day stem and day branch each have their own burial, both sides are in confusion and unclear. The *Gu Jian* records: In the year Yiyou, using the寅 (Tiger) general to divinate the household, it says: The house falls under Kongwang, indicating the need to move out of the old house; moving from south to north, the first transmission falls on the empty position, which also suggests temporary residence without a definite outcome. The巳 (Snake) is placed on the Zi (Rat), with the巳 (Snake) being the day stem for the庚 (Metal) day; the巳 (Snake) governs shops and business, while Tai Yin governs the old woman, indicating that the foundation was bought from the wife's relatives. It should be suitable for opening a shop and achieving success, and the renovation can be done in the year of巳. The final transmission is born from the day stem, indicating that the senior relative is in charge. The戌 (Dog) is the servant of the庚 (Metal) day, with Liu He all together, indicating that the transaction can be completed. The person later indeed moved out of the old house because the population was too large and planned to live elsewhere, and all the predictions were verified.

課體：元首，潤下，勵德，閉口。課義：人衰宅盛，我羸彼旺，官鬼居家，全不相向。解曰：三傳水局，脫干而生支。占人宅，則為人衰而宅旺。占彼我，則為我弱而彼強也。午乃日之官鬼，不臨身而臨宅，既值空亡，又受水局所制，全無相向之意。以仕宦言，則官不能為福。以俗庶言，則鬼不能為禍也。

The lesson pattern is identified as "Yuan Shou," "Run Xia," "Li De," and "Bi Kou." Run Xia refers to the three transmissions forming the water triad of Shen, Zi, and Chen, which represents water flowing downward. Bi Kou refers to a situation where the mouth is closed and words cannot be spoken. The lesson meaning states: when a person is declining, the house is flourishing; when I am weak, the other party is strong. The official ghost is located in the house but does not come towards me. Explanation: The three transmissions form a water pattern, which drains and removes the day stem while benefiting the day branch. When predicting about a person and their house, it indicates the person is declining while the house is flourishing; when predicting about the other party and me, it indicates my weakness against the other party's strength. The午 fire is the official ghost of the庚 day, not present on the self but on the house, which has fallen into kongwang and is restrained by the water pattern, showing no intention of coming towards me. For an official, this official star brings no fortune; for a common person, this official ghost does not cause misfortune.

斷曰：此元首之卦，合潤下之局。事多順利，動而不息，合而有功。靜守安分則亨，正大光明則吉。但人宅俱脫，又乘死神，水局脫干，空亡入宅。主謀望無成，動關人眾，虛詐百出，耗費不貲。日上陰神發用，元武並臨，與我合者，即來損我，其慎防之。

This is a卦 of the sovereign, and it forms a pattern of moistening and descending. Matters are mostly smooth, and once they start, they do not stop, and when gathered together, they have effectiveness. If one remains quiet and stays within one's proper role, it is prosperous; if one acts with integrity and openness, it is auspicious. However, both people and the dwelling are drained and exhausted, and it is accompanied by the death deity. The water pattern drains the day stem, and kongwang enters the dwelling, indicating that the things one plans will not succeed. Once action is taken, it will involve many people, and there will be continuous occurrences of falsehood and deceit, with expenses that are incalculable. The yin spirit on the day stem issues the first transmission, and the black tortoise joins above. Those who are in harmony with me are actually coming to harm me, so one must be cautious and vigilant.

天時：苦雨連綿。家宅：主繫官宦舊家，人口衰弱，虛費無已。婚姻：女家忌憚不允。胎產：胎安，產不利。功名：五月佔有望，但防人脫騙。求財：費多得少。疾病：乘死氣凶，幸鬼空，暴病癒，久病不吉。失脫：防不一次。出行：防同伴虛詐。行人：舟行阻滯。爭訟：宜止息，勿聽唆者，徒被脫詐。兵戰：不利火攻，亦主求和懷詐，慎防則吉。

Heavenly Conditions: Continuous bitter rain. Family Residence: The dwelling belongs to an old official's house, with a declining population and continuous waste without benefit. Marriage: The woman is hesitant and does not agree. Pregnancy: The fetal condition is stable, but childbirth is unfavorable. Achievements: There is hope in the fifth month, but beware of being deceived by others. Seeking Wealth: Expenses are high while gains are low. Illness: If affected by death qi, it is dangerous; fortunately, the official ghost is absent, so sudden illness can be cured, but chronic illness is unfavorable. Losses: Be cautious of losing more than once. Travel: Be cautious of false words and fraud by fellow travelers. Traveler: Travel by boat is obstructed and delayed. Disputes: It is advisable to stop at once, do not listen to others' incitement, and avoid being deceived. Military Conflict: Unfavorable for using fire attacks; also indicates the opposing side seeking peace with deceitful intentions. Be cautious and it will be auspicious.

畢法云：脫上逢脫防虛詐，人宅皆死各衰羸，合中犯煞蜜中砒。訂訛云：潤下主浮游不安，元后並定主盜。又閉口元武，乘地盤為陽神，可以捕女。天盤為陰神，可以捕男。邵公云：一傳與支干上神作刑沖破害者，名三合犯煞，笑裡藏刀。

The "Bifa Fu" says: If there is another leakage and loss on top of leakage and loss, one should beware of false and fraudulent matters; both person and dwelling are in the place of death, each being weak; when there is a conjunction, if an Inauspicious Sha is involved, it is like砒霜 hidden in honey. The "Ding'uo" says: Moistening and descending indicates floating and wandering without stability; when Yuanwu and Tianhou are both present, it indicates there will be thieves. It also says that when the mouth is closed and Yuanwu is present, if it is on the earth plate, it is a yang spirit and can catch female thieves; if it is on the heaven plate, it is a yin spirit and can catch male thieves. Shao Gong says: If one of the three transmissions forms a crime, collision, destruction, or harm with the day stem and day branch, it is called "Sanhe Fansha," which means a knife hidden in a smile.

課體：重審，元胎，六儀。課義：害變為合，丁馬相雜，貴蹉履獄，夜財虎踏。解曰：申亥巳寅，先作六害。而寅亥巳申，繼變六合，凡事先阻後成也。申馬亥丁，課傳疊見，其為動變，不容己也。晝貴居夜，夜貴居晝，已為蹉跌，而且入獄，不可干也。末傳寅財，夜占白虎守之，不可取也。

The lesson pattern is determined as "Chong Shen," "Yuan Tai," and "Liu Yi." The lesson meaning states: six harms have turned into six harmonies; the tenth heavenly stem and the post-horse are mixed together; the nobleman has fallen and entered captivity; the wealth hexagram in the night is guarded by the white tiger. Explanation: originally, Shen and Hai, and Si and Yin formed six harms, but later Yin and Hai, and Si and Shen became six harmonies, so all matters first encounter obstacles and then succeed. Shen is the post-horse, Hai is the tenth heavenly stem, and they repeatedly appear in the four lessons and three transmissions, showing a continuous change that cannot be stopped. The nobleman in the day is in the night position, and the nobleman in the night is in the day position, which is already a fall, and further entering captivity, so it is not advisable to seek. The final transmission, Yin wood, representing wealth, is guarded by the white tiger in the night, so it is not advisable to take.

斷曰：重審之卦，格合元胎，旬儀發用，祿馬聚之，大為吉兆。惜干支皆乘脫氣，必致耗費。合中有害，亦審機而動。

This is a卦 of re-examination, with a structure harmonious to the original form. The initial transmission is emitted by the ritual god within the ten-day cycle. The official of fortune and the post-horse are gathered together, indicating a very auspicious omen. Unfortunately, both the day stem and day branch are riding the qi of depletion and dispersion, which will certainly lead to expenditure. Moreover, within the mutual relationship there is also the inclusion of the sixth harm, so one should examine the timing before taking action.

天時：忽然而雨，忽然而晴。家宅：宅吉人安。婚姻：晝占吉。胎產：安寧。功名：有成，然須多費。求財：宜合本營生。投謁：於貴無益。疾病：久病難治，老幼更忌。失脫：宜尋，逃者自歸。出行：晝占吉。行人：即歸。爭訟：因財而起，宜和。兵戰：晝夜宜防，秋冬吉。

Heavenly conditions: It suddenly rains and then clears up. Family residence: The house is auspicious and the family is safe. Marriage: It is auspicious to divinate during the day. Pregnancy: It is peaceful. Achieving fame: There will be success, but it will require more expenditure. Seeking wealth: It is suitable to invest together in business. Seeking an audience: It is not beneficial for the nobleman. Illness: A long illness is difficult to cure, especially for the elderly and children. Loss: It can be found, and those who have run away will return on their own. Travel: It is auspicious during the day. Traveler: Will return soon. Disputes: Caused by money, it is suitable to reconcile. Warfare: Be cautious day and night, auspicious in autumn and winter.

畢法云：交車相合交關利，彼此猜忌害相隨。古鑑：癸卯生人，戊申年辰將占家宅，曰：干支皆脫，凶神會集。初傳蛇擾祿馬，欠人錢物。中傳臨日盜氣，末財白虎夾克，主家業漸替。四年而減半，七年消盡，且喪妻也。又庚戌生人占病曰：日上見亥，金去生水，主多冷涎。寅支生巳，心緒不寧。上下俱脫，必見吐瀉遺精。申蛇寅虎，寒熱往來，課傳全是凶神，五十六日難過。巳亥四，寅申七，相因得二十八，兩處皆見，故倍數也，皆驗。

The "Bifa Fu" says: When the Heavenly Stems and Earthly Branches meet and combine, trade and exchange are favorable; when there is mutual suspicion, look at the six harmful influences. The "Gujian" records: A person born in the year Guimao, when using the Chén general to divinate the household, says: The day stem and day branch are both drained and weakened, with Inauspicious Spirit gathered together; the first transmission is Teng Snake disturbing the official and horse, indicating debt owed to others; the middle transmission approaches the day stem and steals its energy, while the final transmission's wealth爻 is controlled by the White Tiger, indicating the family's fortune gradually declining, reducing by half in four years and completely exhausted in seven years, and also losing the wife. Another case is a person born in the year Gengxu divining illness, saying: The day stem sees the亥, with metal generating water, indicating much cold phlegm and cold saliva; the寅 wood day branch generates the巳 fire, causing restlessness in the mind; both upper and lower are drained and weakened, inevitably leading to vomiting, diarrhea, and seminal emission; the Teng Snake is on the申 and the White Tiger on the寅, causing alternating cold and heat. The divination and transmissions are all Inauspicious Spirit, making it difficult to survive for fifty-six days—巳 and亥 each count four, and寅 and申 each count seven, multiplied together to get twenty-eight, and since both are present, it is doubled—what was predicted later all came true.

課體：涉害，間傳，斬關，登三天。課義：全值魁罡，身動非常，動亦無用，中末空亡。解曰：魁罡臨於日辰，更見天罡發用，主有非常之舉動。但中值旬空，末又馬臨空地，雖動無益，必有變更。吉不成吉，凶不成凶也。

The lesson pattern is determined as "涉害", "间传", "斩关", and "登三天". The lesson meaning states: all four positions are occupied by Hekui and Tiangang, indicating unusual actions by the self; however, although there is movement, it is ineffective because both the middle transmission and the final transmission fall into Kongwang. Explanation: Hekui Wu and Tiangang Chen are present on the day stem and day branch, and Tiangang Chen initiates the first transmission, indicating extraordinary actions. However, the middle transmission is exactly in the旬空, and the Post-horse of the final transmission also falls into an empty place. Although there is movement, it brings no benefit, and there must be a change or alteration. Good outcomes cannot become good, and bad outcomes cannot become bad.

斷曰：此涉害之卦，合登天之格。天罡臨辰發用，貴登天門，罡塞鬼戶，六神藏，四煞沒，為真斬關格。最宜避難潛形，不利追亡捕盜。凡有謀為，俱防阻隔。中末空亡無力，在吉事則為破散，在凶事則為消釋也。

This is a卦 of involvement and harm, conforming to the pattern of ascending to heaven. The Tiangang (Chen) is present at the day branch and issues the first transmission. The nobleman ascends the heavenly gate, the Tiangang blocks the ghost's entrance, the six spirits are hidden, and the four evils are concealed, forming a true cutting-off pattern. It is most suitable for avoiding danger and concealing one's form, and unfavorable for pursuing fugitives or thieves. Any plans or actions should be cautious of obstruction. The middle and final transmissions are in kongwang and lack strength. When encountering good events, they result in failure and dispersion; when encountering bad events, they lead to resolution and elimination.

天時：將雨而云散，出旬方有雨。家宅：不安，防奸私逃走之事。婚姻：不用。胎產：防損孕傷胎。功名：有聲無實。求財：徒勞心力。疾病：始見危險，旋有解救。失脫：難尋，逃者蹤跡不定。出行：有阻宜避，難潛藏。行人：立歸。爭訟：宜解散。兵戰：虛張聲勢。墳葬：防墓有破環。

Heavenly Weather: It seems rain is coming, but the clouds disperse again; rain will come only after this ten-day period. Home: Unstable, beware of adultery between men and women and people fleeing. Marriage: There is no need to discuss it. Pregnancy: Be careful of harm to the fetus. Official Rank: Only reputation without real benefit. Seeking Wealth: Wasting effort in vain. Disease: Initially seems dangerous, but soon there will be relief. Loss: Hard to find, those who have run away have uncertain whereabouts. Travel: There are obstacles on the way, suitable to avoid, yet difficult to hide. Traveler: Will return immediately. Dispute: Suitable to resolve and end. Warfare: Just a show of strength. Burial: Beware of damage to the tomb.

畢法云：后合占婚豈用媒，罡塞鬼戶任謀為。課經云：戌加旬首，並乘元武為閉口。又六神藏者，螣蛇臨子為墜水，朱雀臨癸為投江，勾陳臨卯為入獄，天空臨巽名被剝，白虎臨午為燒身，元武臨坤為折足。四煞沒者，辰戌丑未四墓煞，臨乾坤艮巽，陷於四維也。照膽秘訣云：除定開危卯未方，龍常陰合可逃藏。

The *Bifa Fu* says: When the Heavenly Empress combines with Liu He to predict marriage matters, there is no need for a matchmaker; when Tiangang blocks the ghost gate, one can freely plan. The *Ke Jing* says: When Wu is placed on the first day of the ten-day period and rides on Black Tortoise, it forms the "closed mouth" pattern.the so-called "six spirits hidden" refers to Teng Snake at Zi indicating falling into water, Zhu Que at Ji indicating drowning in the river, Gou Chen at Mao indicating imprisonment, Tian Kong at Xun indicating being stripped, Bai Hu at Wu indicating burning, and Yuan Wu at Kun indicating broken legs.the so-called "four evils disappear" refers to the four Storage (mound warehouses) of Chen, Xu, Chou, and Wei, which are Inauspicious Sha (evil spirits), when they appear at Qian, Kun, Gen, and Xun, and fall into the four directions. The *Zhaohan Mijue* says: Among the twelve gods of Jianchu, the ones called Chu, Ding, Kai, and Wei, as well as the directions of Mao and Wei, when they ride on Qinglong, Tai Chang, Tai Yin, and Liu He, can all escape and hide.

課體：重審，進茹，升階，驀越。課義：人宅俱旺，動遭羅網，干支坐墓，情懷不爽。解曰：干支俱臨旺神，人宅亨泰，安享為宜。若不守舊待時，希心妄動，即遭羅網矣。苟能坐待，末助初生，自當亨吉。但交互坐墓，所謂甘遭昏晦者也。三傳俱火，脫支傷干，仕宦占之，最為吉兆，惟不利於常人。

The lesson pattern is identified as "Re-examination," "Progressing with Grains," "Ascending Steps," and "Sudden Leap." Ascending steps refers to the three transmissions proceeding in order through the hours of Chen, Si, and Wu. The lesson meaning states: both person and dwelling are in a strong position, but once they move, they fall into a trap; the day stem and day branch are sitting on the墓 (mound), so the mind cannot be at ease. Explanation: the day stem and day branch both meet the strong god, so person and dwelling are prosperous and safe, and it is advisable to enjoy peace and stability. If one does not stay in the current situation and wait for the right moment, but instead acts recklessly withby chance (侥幸 means侥幸, which is a term for侥幸, which is a term for taking chances), they will immediately fall into a trap. If one can wait patiently, the final transmission will support the initial transmission through mutual generation, leading to smooth and auspicious results. However, since both are sitting on the墓 (mound), it is exactly as said, willing to suffer from darkness and confusion. All three transmissions belong to fire, which drains the day branch and harms the day stem, making it a most auspicious omen for those in official positions, but disadvantageous for ordinary people.

斷曰：此重審之卦，順進連茹，進中有退，事不利順。惟宜安分守正，則人宅興隆，無心中得外來之助。

The divination indicates a卦 of re-examination. The three transmissions follow each other in sequence, advancing while containing retreat. The matter does not proceed smoothly. It is advisable to maintain one's proper position and adhere to the correct path. In this way, both people and the dwelling will flourish, and unexpected assistance will be received from outside.

天時：晴多雨少。家宅：人安宅旺，不宜妄有遷動。婚姻：龍神落空，且受后克，不成，成亦不永。胎產：胎安而產難。功名：可得，後少結局。求財：宜坐擁厚貲，妄求反有災。投謁：兩貴俱合下神，必相款洽。疾病：反因養生致疾，後得痊可。失脫：主奴婢所竊，可獲。出行：不宜妄動。行人：忽然而至。爭訟：財勢相當，終歸我勝。兵戰：宜堅壁不動，先動者敗。

Heavenly Conditions: Clear days are frequent, rainy days are few. Family: People are peaceful, the household is thriving, and it is not advisable to move about recklessly. Marriage: The Azure Dragon is in an empty position, and is also restrained by the Heavenly Empress, making it difficult to discuss, and even if it is concluded, it will not last long. Pregnancy: The fetal energy is stable but the delivery is difficult. Achieving fame and status: It is possible to obtain, but later there will be a lack of a conclusion. Seeking wealth: It is advisable to sit still and keep the substantial assets, and reckless pursuit will bring disaster. Seeking an audience: Two noblemen are in harmony with the lower spirits, and the conversation will certainly be mutually agreeable. Illness: The person will get sick due to improper care, but later it can be cured. Loss: The loss is due to servants stealing it, and it can be recovered. Traveling: It is not advisable to act recklessly. Travelers: They will arrive suddenly. Disputes: Both parties have equal financial and power resources, and in the end, I will win. Warfare: It is advisable to hold the fort and remain still, and the party that moves first will suffer defeat.

畢法云：互旺俱旺坐謀宜，人宅坐墓甘招晦。指掌賦云：辰巳午為升階，親觀光於上國。順連茹空，名曰聲傳空谷。退吉而進則不宜。神將論云：天罡發用主舊事，乘六合主宰殺。又：六合在天為光祿大夫，主婚姻嘉會，在辰曰違禮，亦曰持巾。

The *Bifa Fu* says: When both sides are prosperous, they mutually benefit, and it is suitable to plan matters; when both person and dwelling are in the墓 position, they can only endure the gathering of bad luck. The *Zhipang Fu* says: The three transmissions of Chen, Si, and Wu are called "Shengjie," which allows one to personally go to the capital to witness its grandeur. When the transmissions proceed in sequence and are connected with the falling into Kongwang, it is called "Shengchuan Konggu," meaning the sound echoes in an empty valley. Retreating is auspicious, but advancing is not advisable. The *Shenjiang Lun* says: The initial transmission of Tiangang at Chen governs past matters, and when it is accompanied by Liuhe, it dominates killing. It also says: Liuhe in the sky is the Grand Secretary, governing marriage and festive gatherings; when it falls on the day branch, it is called "Weilǐ," also called "Chijin."

課體：伏吟，龍戰，斬關，三交。課義：交合幸美，然後無禮，彼既如茲，我亦若此。解曰：辛干寄戌，辛即戌也。卯與戌合，上下交互相合，凡事皆美矣。既而卯木發用，傳出子水，為無禮之刑。末傳午來沖子破卯，彼此相為仇敵矣。畢法以卯子卯為三傳。

The lesson pattern is determined as "伏吟," "龙战," "斩关," and "三交." "龙战" refers to the meaning of the sixth line at the top of the Qian hexagram in the Zhou Changes, "the dragon fights in the wild," indicating the struggle between yin and yang at the卯 position. The "lesson meaning" states: mutual cooperation starts off harmonious, but later becomes the punishment of impropriety; since the other side is like this, my side is the same. Explanation: On a辛 day, the heavenly stem is said to be lodged in戌, so辛 is equivalent to戌. The卯 and戌 are in a harmonious relationship, and their mutual interaction leads to harmony in all matters. However, the卯 wood initiates the first transmission, which leads to子 water, forming an improper relationship between子 and卯. The final transmission,午 fire, then conflicts with子 and destroys卯, turning them into enemies. The Bi Fa treatise defines the three transmissions of this lesson as卯,子, and卯.

斷曰：伏吟之卦，有屈而不伸，靜而不動之象。支干上下交車相合，並地盤之支干皆作六合，所謂上下皆合兩心齊也。最宜交關取財，並交涉諸事。晝占白虎乘亥，上遁丁神為鬼。如年命在亥而占此者，至凶至危，縱空亡亦不能解救。

Fortunes in a hidden chant hexagram indicate a situation where things are bent but cannot be straightened, and where stillness prevails but movement is absent. When the day stem and day branch are in mutual harmony, and the earth plate's stem and branch also form a complete六合, this is exactly what is meant by upper and lower harmony, with both sides in complete agreement. This is most favorable for trade and financial matters, as well as various kinds of negotiations. If one divines during the day and the white tiger is riding on the亥 water, with the亥 position also containing the丁 spirit forming the official ghost, then if the person's birth year is on the亥 position and this hexagram is encountered, the danger is extreme, and even if it falls into the kongwang position, it cannot provide relief.

天時：火上水下，恐不能雨。家宅：夫婦甚和，家道亦豐。仕宦：官貴爻空，占官不吉。求財：晝占極吉，夜占恐多驚恐。婚姻：支干上下皆合，必成。胎產：占胎不吉，占產恐多時日。疾病：腎家有病，幸有良醫，不久自愈。出行：人宅相戀，不能速行。行人：近者立至。兵戰：晝占吉，夜占驚。

Heavenly conditions: Fire is above and water is below, but they do not interact, so rain may not fall. Family affairs: The husband and wife are harmonious, and the family is prosperous. Officialdom: The official star is in Kongwang, which is unfavorable for official affairs. Seeking wealth: If divined in the daytime, it is very favorable; if divined at night, there may be much fear. Marriage: The day stem and day branch are in harmony, so the marriage will certainly succeed. Pregnancy: Divining pregnancy is unfavorable; divining childbirth suggests it may take a long time. Illness: There is a problem with the kidneys, but fortunately a good doctor is available, and the illness will soon be cured. Travel: The person and the home are both attached, so they cannot leave immediately. Travelers: Those nearby will arrive soon. Warfare: Divining during the day is favorable; divining at night may bring alarm.

畢法云：上下皆合兩心齊，胎財生氣妻懷孕(四月)，胎財死氣損胎推(十月)。指南：庚辰三月，戌將戌時占生產曰：此必雙胎，主八月戌日辰時產二子。何以為雙胎？以月建重疊作胎神。何以為兩男？以卯屬震為長男。日上河魁，乾宮所屬，亦男也。八月生者，酉沖卯胎。戌日辰時者，戌為養神，辰來沖戌故也。

The *Bifa Fu* says: When the upper and lower parts are in harmony, the intentions of both sides are aligned; if the fetal god and wealth爻 are riding on life qi, it indicates the wife is pregnant (this should occur in the fourth month); if the fetal god and wealth爻 are riding on death qi, it indicates a miscarriage (this should occur in the tenth month). The *Liu Ren Zhinan* records: In the year of Geng Chen, during the third month, using the戌 general at the戌 hour to predict childbirth, it says: This is definitely twins, and the children will be born on the戌 day and辰 hour of the eighth month. Why is it said to be twins? Because the month builder overlaps and serves as the fetal god. Why is it said to be two boys? Because the卯 belongs to the Zhen trigram, which represents the elder son; the day stem is Hekui戌, which belongs to the Qian palace, also representing a male. Why is it said to be born in the eighth month? Because the酉 conflicts with the卯 fetal god. Why is it said to be born on the戌 day and辰 hour? Because the戌 is the nurturing god, and the辰 comes to conflict with the戌.

課體：重審，天獄，勵德。課義：祿乘虎元，每被憂煎，墓脫丁擾，不得安然。解曰：酉乃辛金之祿，晝乘元武，夜乘白虎，憂煎之極，不可守矣。棄而投於初傳，又係日墓。中傳子水，乃是脫氣。末傳亥上乘丁，被其擾亂，愈不可當。一無托足之地，豈得安然乎。

The lesson pattern is determined as "Reexamination," "Heavenly Prison," and "Upholding Virtue." "Heavenly Prison" refers to the nobleman being in a position of captivity and humiliation, as if trapped in a prison. The lesson meaning states that the禄神 (favorable deity) is occupied by the White Tiger and Black Tortoise, constantly suffering from worry and distress; the Tomb Spirit (ancestral deity),泄脱 (leakage and escape), and the旬丁 (decade deity) together disturb and disrupt, causing unrest. Explanation:酉 is the禄神 of 辛 metal. During the day, it is occupied by the Black Tortoise, and at night, by the White Tiger, leading to extreme worry and inability to hold on. It abandons this position and turns to the first transmission, which is again the墓 of 辛 day; the middle transmission is 子 water, representing leakage and escape; the final transmission is 亥, occupied by the旬丁, causing further disturbance and making it even harder to cope. There is no place to stand, how can one remain at ease?

斷曰：連茹之課，傳作三奇，萬事有和合之象。但卦名重審，以下犯上，事多不順，起於陰小。又名泆女，事主闇昧不明，不可遂意而行。冬日丑土乘天后發用，占小兒疾病，恐難醫治。緣子孫爻乘丁，天后又克之也。晝占簾幕貴人臨支，從魁臨干，問科場必中魁元。

This is a lesson of connected transmission, with the three transmissions forming the Three Marvels, indicating a favorable sign for harmony in all matters. However, the hexagram is named Reexamining, which signifies a lower position offending the upper position, suggesting that things are likely to be unsmooth. The matter originates from a woman or a petty person. It is also called the Unrestrained Woman, indicating that the matter is obscure and unclear, and should not be done according to one's own will. In winter, the earth ox, riding on the Heavenly Empress, forms the first transmission. If predicting a child's illness, it is likely difficult to cure, as the grandson's line is riding on the ten-day Ding and is being restrained by the Heavenly Empress. During the day, the nobleman is present on the day branch, and Congkui, the酉 metal, is present on the day stem. If asking about the imperial examination, it is certain to pass first.

天時：天罡指陰，畢宿臨干，晝占青龍發用，三傳盡皆水神，大雨之象。家宅：夜占必富而且貴，晝占恐有爭競田土橋木等事。功名：夜占甚吉。求財：家中自有，外財難取。婚姻：可就。胎產：子息屬陽，二陰包陽，孕必成男。疾病：頭疼之疾，心經受傷，或是虛脫之疾。出行：不宜。行人：末傳旬丁乘馬，行者立至。兵戰：晝占則勝，夜占不寧。

Heavenly conditions: The Tiangang points to the Yin position, and the Net mansion is also on the day stem. During the day, the Azure Dragon issues the first transmission, and all three transmissions are entirely water deities, indicating a sign of heavy rain. For the household: During the night, it is certainly prosperous and noble, but during the day, there may be disputes over land, bridges, or trees. For official rank: During the night, it is very auspicious. For seeking wealth: There is already wealth at home, but external wealth is difficult to obtain. For marriage: It can be arranged. For pregnancy: The child belongs to Yang, with two layers of Yin energy surrounding one layer of Yang, so the fetus is certainly male. For illness: Headache, damage to the heart meridian, or a condition of exhaustion. For travel: Not advisable. For a traveler: The final transmission of the旬丁 rides the post-horse, so the traveler will arrive soon. For warfare: During the day, victory is expected; during the night, there will be unrest.

畢法云：旺祿臨身徒妄作，虎乘遁鬼殃非淺。課經云：干上酉為日之旺祿，晝占上乘元武，則酉祿被元武所奪，謂之祿被元奪。心印賦云：子丑相加事必成，更逢吉將轉歡欣。指掌賦云：三奇發用，疑惑解而喜氣生。

The "Bifa Fu" says: When a strong and prosperous stem is present on the self, it is in vain and without benefit; when the White Tiger rides upon the hidden official ghost, calamity is severe. The "Ke Jing" says: On the day stem, the酉 (You) is the prosperous and prosperous stem for the 辛 (Xin) day. If during the day it is occupied by the Black Tortoise, the You禄 (prosperous stem) is taken by the Black Tortoise, which is called "Lü Bei Yuan Du" (the prosperous stem is taken by the Black Tortoise). The "Xinyin Fu" says: When Zi and Chou combine, matters will surely succeed, and if a good general is present, joy will be added. The "Zhipang Fu" says: When the Three Marvels issue the first transmission, doubts are dispelled and joy arises suddenly.

課體：涉害，間傳。課義：中有旬丁，凶動不寧，晝夜天將，元虎交併。解曰：亥乘遁丁發用，有不寧之象。況晝夜元虎，並臨於亥水之上，其為驚憂，非至凶而至速乎。

The lesson pattern is determined as "Shè hài" and "Jiān chuán." The lesson meaning states: there is a hidden jūn ding in the middle, indicating the occurrence of ominous events and lack of peace; both day and night heavenly generals are present, with Yuanwu and Baihu alternating and appearing together. Explanation: the water of Hai is carrying the initial transmission, which is generated by the hidden ding spirit, already showing signs of unrest. Moreover, the Yuanwu of the day and the Baihu of the night are both pressing upon the water of Hai, resulting in a sense of fear and worry. Is this not both dangerous and sudden?

斷曰：涉害之課，事多不順。又逢間傳，阻滯多端。自亥傳末，如人入幽暗之中，有遁身之象。君子占之則吉，小人遇之則凶。又三傳遞生支神，宅必閎大。但墓臨於卯上，謂之墓門開格，主有外喪，宜遷葬以禳之。又主婦人腹痛，緣夜占天后臨丑，被卯木克土故也。

The divination indicates that the course of events is mostly unsmooth due to the involvement of harmful influences. Additionally, encountering the intermediate transmission brings continuous obstacles and blockages. The transmission from亥 to the final transmission is like a person entering a dark place, suggesting concealment and hidden movements. A gentleman encountering this is auspicious, while a petty person facing it is inauspicious. Moreover, the three transmissions successively affect the day branch's deity, indicating that the residence must be large and spacious. However, the tomb deity is present on卯, forming the 'tomb gate pattern,' which signifies mourning events outside the family, and it is advisable to perform relocation burial to appease the situation. It also indicates female abdominal pain, as the night divination shows the Heavenly Empress on丑, which is overcome by卯 wood affecting the earth element.

天時：水母臨干，水神發用，且與畢宿相會；末傳土神落空，自然有雨。家宅：居室甚好，晝占得財，夜占恐有外喪。仕宦：貴人落空，占官不吉。求財：宜得尊長之財。婚姻：支干之上神，甲己作合，婚姻可就。胎產：下強上弱，妊乃成女，晝占後空，產期亦速。疾病：晝虎乘丁，病必頭痛，或心火受傷之症，必待末傳未土填實，制虎生干，方能痊好。出行：支干暗合，行期遲滯。行人：旬丁發用，與馬相等，天罡指仲，行者在途。兵戰：晝占則勝，夜占不寧。

Heavenly conditions: The water mother,亥 water, is located on the day stem, and the water god issues the first transmission. It also meets with the Net mansion; the earth god in the final transmission falls into an empty position, so it will naturally rain. House affairs: The dwelling is good. If divined during the day, wealth can be obtained; if divined at night, there may be loss outside the home. Official career: The nobleman falls into an empty position, indicating an unfavorable official fortune. Seeking wealth: One should receive money from a superior. Marriage: The heavenly god on the day branch and day stem, Jia and Ji, are in harmony, so the marriage can be arranged. Pregnancy: The lower is strong and the upper is weak, indicating a female fetus; if divined during the day, the Heavenly Empress falls into an empty position, so the time of delivery is near. Illness: If divined during the day, the White Tiger rides the ten-day Ding, indicating a headache or injury to the heart fire. The illness can only be cured when the earth in the final transmission fills the empty position, controls the White Tiger, and benefits the day stem. Travel: The day branch and day stem secretly harmonize, so the departure date should be postponed. Traveler: The ten-day Ding issues the first transmission, which is equivalent to the post-horse. The Tiangang points to the middle position, indicating that the traveler is on the way. Warfare: If divined during the day, victory is certain; if divined at night, there will be unrest.

畢法云：金日逢丁凶禍動，龍加生氣吉遲遲。課經云：庚辛日丑加卯，為腹胎格。緣丑為腹，卯為胎，胎在腹中也。指掌賦云：亥酉未為時遁，無出潛之意。

The *Bi Fa Fu* says: On days of Geng and Xin metal, if the heavenly stem Ding appears in the first ten days, misfortune will arise. When the Azure Dragon is placed over the Life Qi, good fortune comes slowly. The *Ke Jing* says: On days of Geng and Xin, if Chou is placed on Mao, it forms the "Fu Tai Ge" pattern, because Chou represents the abdomen and Mao represents the fetus, with the fetus located within the abdomen. The *Zhi Zhang Fu* says: When the three transmissions are亥, You, and Wei, it is called "Shi Dun," meaning there is no opportunity to emerge.

課體：昴星，勵德，龍戰。課義：虎視虎刑，六害重迎，極驚極恐，實脫虛生。解曰：四課無克，乃虎視課也。干上未土，夜將乘虎，是虎視課。中復見白虎，已為凶兆。四課中更有未戌相刑，子卯相刑。而干支三傳，又逢子未相害，是刑害重逢，極驚極恐之課也。脫干之子水則實，生干之未土則空，是但有損之者，而無益之者矣。

The lesson pattern is identified as "Mao Star," "Lide," and "Longzhan." The lesson meaning states: The White Tiger is above watching, and it also meets the White Tiger with punishment; six harms come face to face; fear reaches its peak; the water that drains and escapes is real, while the support that generates is empty. Explanation: There is no overcoming in the four lessons, which makes it a lesson of the White Tiger watching. The day stem is on the earth branch of the earth, and the night general rides the White Tiger, forming the White Tiger watching lesson; the middle transmission also sees the White Tiger, which is already a凶兆. Among the four lessons, there is a conflict between the earth branch of the earth and the earth branch of the dog, and a conflict between the water branch of the rat and the wood branch of the rabbit; and between the day stem and day branch and the three transmissions, there is a harm between the water branch of the rat and the earth branch of the earth. This is a lesson where punishment and harm overlap, causing extreme fear. The water that drains the day stem is real, while the earth that supports the day stem is empty, showing that there is only loss and no benefit.

斷曰：冬蛇掩目之卦，蟄而不動，有眈眈逐逐之象。驚憂難免，闇昧難防。幸遇中傳之空，刑既無力，害亦無傷。倘逢吉將相生，尚有虛名虛利，惟宜排難解紛而已。

This is the hexagram of a winter snake covering its eyes, lying in concealment and motionless, appearing with a look of intense desire and greed. Disturbance and worry are inevitable, and the darkness and confusion are hard to guard against. Fortunately, the Middle Transmission is empty, so the punishments cannot take effect and the harms cannot injure. If further encountering a favorable general that mutually generates, there may be some empty fame and profit, which is only suitable for resolving dangers and disputes.

天時：日上空虛，初末子水被天空所克，無雲無雨，虎視逢虎，風能拔木。家宅：上神刑宅，傷克難免；幸日祿居陰，夜占家渥。仕宦：官貴不見，恐不能得。求財：己財難守，外財亦無。婚姻：男不佳，女不吉。胎產：二陽包陰，孕乃成女，母實兒空，占產不吉。疾病：晝占白虎，乘未克水，腎經受病，然未土空陷，不藥而癒。出行：恐不能即行。行人：近者即至，遠者不能。兵戰：有失眾之象。

Heavenly Conditions: The day stem is empty, and the water of the first and final transmissions is being overcome by Tian Kong, there is no cloud and no rain; the lesson of the White Tiger appears again with the White Tiger, a great wind can uproot trees from their roots. Family Residence: The superior deity is punishing the residence, damage is inevitable; fortunately, the lucky deity of the day of Xin is in the yin position, so the family fortune is good at night. Official Career: The deities of officials and nobility are not present, so it is unlikely to be obtained. Seeking Wealth: One's own wealth is difficult to hold on to, and external wealth is also lacking. Marriage: The male is not good, the female is not auspicious. Pregnancy: Two layers of yang are enclosing one layer of yin, the fetus is female; the mother is real and the child is empty, the prediction for childbirth is not auspicious. Disease: During the day, the White Tiger is riding on the earth element to overcome the water, the kidney meridian is affected by illness, but the earth element is in an empty position, so no medicine is needed and it will heal naturally. Traveling: It is feared that one cannot leave immediately. Travelers: Those nearby will arrive soon, those far away will not come. Warfare: There is a sign of losing the people's support.

畢法云：虎視逢虎力難施，彼此猜忌害相隨。占驗：寅將巳時占賊，曰：賊神即係眷屬子孫之類，偷不出門。緣宅上之脫氣發用，上乘天空，必係子侄與僕人偷之也。三傳自支傳干，而復傳干支，俱不出門。占人行年，又在卯上，乃家賊無疑矣。

The *Bi Fa Fu* says: When the "White Tiger" appears again in the "Hǔshì Kè" (Tiger Watching Chart), the power cannot be fully exerted; when there is mutual suspicion, look for the six harmful influences. In divination records: Using the寅 (Yín) as the general and casting the divination at the巳 (Sì) hour for a theft case, it was said: This thief is from the family's relatives or descendants, and he has stolen something but has not taken it out of the house. Because the leakage and loss of energy from the house is expressed in the first transmission, and above it is occupied by the "Tian Kong" (Heavenly Void), it must be the descendants or servants who committed the theft. The three transmissions proceed from the day branch to the day stem, then back to the day stem and day branch, none of them have gone out. The divination of a person's age also falls on the卯 (Mǎo), so it is definitely a family thief.

課體：比用，曲直，泆女，寡宿，知一。課義：財化為鬼，足下乘丁，晝如告貴，賄散方成。解曰：三傳木局，干之財也。反生起干上午火，來克辛干，是財變而為鬼，必有因財致禍者矣。末傳如足，而乘遁丁，有動而不能自已之象。三傳生貴，如以財而與貴人也，彼既受生，自然不暇我克矣，故有告貴賄成之說。

The lesson pattern is determined as "Comparison of Transmission," "Flexible and Straight," "Excessive Woman," "Guasu," and "Knowing One." "Comparison of Transmission" refers to selecting a transmission that shares the same yin-yang nature as the day stem. "Flexible and Straight" indicates that the three transmissions form the wood triad of Hai, Mao, and Wei, symbolizing the flexible and straight nature of wood. "Excessive Woman" refers to being alone and lacking a companion. The lesson meaning states that the wealth hexagram has transformed into the official ghost; the final transmission is like a pair of feet riding on the旬丁. Daytime divination is like reporting to a nobleman, and only after dispersing wealth can the matter be settled. Explanation: The three transmissions form a wood triad, originally representing wealth on a辛 day. It then turns to generate the午 fire, which in turn overcomes the辛 metal day stem. This transformation of wealth into official ghost indicates a situation where wealth brings misfortune. The final transmission is like a pair of feet, riding on the遁丁 spirit, suggesting an unstoppable momentum. The three transmissions go to generate the nobleman, like offering wealth to the nobleman. Since the nobleman receives my generation, it naturally neglects to overcome me, hence the explanation of reporting to the nobleman and offering bribes to achieve the matter.

斷曰：柔日陰比，事生干內，又曰驀越，禍患起於忽然。晝夜將乘后合，必有陰私闇昧之事。且日上逢空，發用又陷。遇吉事未必皆成，逢凶事即當解散也。

In judging this, when taking a yin lesson on a flexible day, the matter originates from within the day stem; this is also called sudden occurrence, with calamities arising abruptly. The heavenly generals of day and night ride upon the heavenly empress and liu he, indicating certain matters involving private relationships and obscure affairs. Moreover, the day stem falls upon kongwang, and the initiating transmission also falls into kongwang: thus, even if good things occur, they may not be realized, while bad things may quickly resolve themselves.

天時：天罡指陽，傳成木局，不雨而風。家宅：支千自刑，人宅欠利。仕宦：貴人臨干，三傳生貴，占官最吉。求財：傳財化鬼，恐不能得。婚姻：支干自刑，又復相剋，占婚不利。胎產：上強下弱，孕乃成男。疾病：頭痛甚急，或心腎之疾。出行：足下乘丁，勢在必行。行人：天罡加孟，道遠難至。兵戰：未見全美。

Heavenly Conditions: The Tiangang points to the Yang position, the three transmissions form a Wood formation, there is no rain but wind arises. Family Residence: The day stem and day branch self-punish, both people and residence lack smoothness. Official Career: The nobleman is present on the day stem, the three transmissions also generate the nobleman, this is most auspicious for official affairs. Seeking Wealth: The wealth in the three transmissions becomes official ghosts, it is likely that wealth cannot be obtained. Marriage: The day stem and day branch self-punish, and they mutually control each other, this is unfavorable for marriage matters. Pregnancy: The upper is strong and the lower is weak, the fetus is male. Disease: Severe headache, or illness related to the heart and kidney. Travel: The final transmission is like two feet riding on the tenth day, one must travel. Traveler: The Tiangang points to the four beginning positions, the journey is long and difficult to reach. Warfare: It is not perfect.

畢法云：貴雖坐獄宜臨干，鬼乘天乙乃神祇。古鑑：以醫術不行，占得此課，曰：晝虎臨亥加卯，本家東邊，不合立一獸頭。夜虎臨未加亥，西北鄰家，亦有獸頭。宜設計去之，醫可大行。後當有翻胃婦人，宜治肝，勿治胃，緣木克土也。一小兒中風者，宜通水臟，勿治其風，蓋導水則風息，以火在亥故也，後俱效。

The "Bifa Fu" says: Although the Nobleman is sitting in the position of imprisonment, if he is on the day stem, it is still favorable; if the official ghost is riding on the heavenly stem Nobleman, it is a supernatural interference. The "Gujian" records: There was a person who consulted this divination after practicing medicine without seeing improvement, and it said: During the day, the White Tiger is at亥 and added to卯, meaning there should not be a beast's head on the east side of one's own house; at night, the White Tiger is at未 and added to亥, meaning there is a beast's head on the northwest side of the neighbor's house, and it should be removed, then the medical practice will flourish. Later, there was a woman suffering from regurgitation, who should be treated by addressing the liver rather than the stomach, because wood controls earth; there was also a child suffering from wind stroke, who should be treated by unblocking the water organs rather than treating the wind, because guiding the water energy will naturally stop the wind, which is due to the fire position at亥. In the end, both cases showed effectiveness.

課體：重審，斬關，龍戰，不備。課義：人就財所，切宜急取，傳課循環，動意難阻。解曰：干戌為人，支卯為財，以戌加於卯上，是人至財所也。若此之財，取之宜急，緩則戌土傷於卯木矣。三傳不出四課，四課不離三傳，乃循環格也。發用斬關，次傳驛馬，其搖動之意，孰能阻之。

The lesson pattern is determined as "Chong Shen," "Zhan Guan," "Long Zhan," and "Bu Bei." "Bu Bei" refers to a lesson where the four lessons are incomplete, with some parts missing. The lesson meaning states: when a person reaches the place where wealth is, they must hurry to take it. The three transmissions and four lessons cycle repeatedly, and the desire to move cannot be stopped. Explanation: On a Xin day, the戌 (Xu) representing the person is placed in the lodging palace, and the day branch卯 (Mao) representing wealth is placed in the day branch. Placing Xu on Mao indicates that the person has reached the place where wealth is. This kind of wealth must be taken early, for if delayed, the Xu earth will be harmed by the Mao wood. The three transmissions do not go beyond the four lessons, and the four lessons are not separate from the three transmissions, forming a cyclic pattern. The initial transmission is "Zhan Guan," the next is "Yi Ma," indicating a restless desire to move, which no one can stop.

斷曰：斬關之課，事不由己。像非安居，凡占厄塞。惟利遁逃。又名亂首，受下神所克，以下凌上之象。皆自取其侮，非橫逆相加者之比。

The divination indicates that the matter is beyond one's control. The hexagram does not show a peaceful or stable situation; all divinations suggest difficulties, obstacles, and blockages, with advantage only in fleeing or avoiding. It is also called "Disorder at the Beginning." The upper god is overcome by the lower god, indicating a situation where subordinates rebel against superiors. This is a result of one's own actions leading to humiliation, which is different from being subjected to external aggression or force.

天時：天罡加酉，朱雀投水，陰雨之象。家宅：以尊就卑，以夫就妻，亦有所益，亦有所傷。仕宦：官德臨身，功名可望。求財：急取則有，遲則傷身。婚姻：男就於女，無甚益處。胎產：下強上弱，妊乃成女，子戀母腹，產必遲延。疾病：肺經受病，必遇良醫。逃亡：捕女於西南，捕男子正東。出行：宜從水路。行人：天罡加仲，恐在中途。兵戰：利主不利客。

Heavenly timing: The Tiangang (Chen) is placed on You, and the Vermilion Bird enters the water, indicating a sign of rain and clouds. For the household: the superior yields to the inferior, the husband yields to the wife, there will be both gain and loss. For officialdom: the official star and the day virtue are present on oneself, so official rank can be expected. For seeking wealth: go quickly to obtain it, otherwise delay will harm the body. For marriage: the man yields to the woman, which brings little benefit. For pregnancy: the lower is strong and the upper is weak, indicating a female fetus; the fetus clings to the mother's womb, so childbirth will be delayed. For illness: the lung meridian is affected, and a good physician will surely be found. For escape: capture the female in the southwest direction, and capture the male in the due east direction. For travel: it is suitable to travel by water. For a traveler: the Tiangang (Chen) is placed on the four central directions, so the traveler is probably still on the way. For warfare: it is favorable for the main side but not for the opposing side.

畢法云：貴人蹉跌事參差，太陽照武宜擒賊。課經云：辛卯日，卯加申，乃胎神臨絕受克，占產占胎，俱不吉利。又云：卯加申，戌加卯，謂之斫輪格。占病乃是手足不能舉動，或是手足傷損之類。照膽秘訣云：戌加卯上是合鄉，丙辛戊癸正相當，信至人歸見福昌。

The "Bifa Fu" says: When the Nobleman is obstructed, affairs become disorderly; when the Sun shines upon the Black Tortoise, it is favorable for capturing thieves. The "Ke Jing" says: On the Xinmao day, the卯 is placed upon the申, indicating the fetal spirit is in a place of death and is being restrained, which is unfavorable for predicting childbirth or fetal conditions. It also says: When the卯 is placed upon the申, and the戌 is placed upon the卯, this is called the "Zhuo Lun Ge" pattern. When predicting illness, it indicates inability to move the hands and feet, or injuries to the limbs. The "Zhaochan Mijue" says: When the戌 is placed upon the卯, it is exactly in a harmonious position; the combination of Bing and Xin, and Wu and Gui is also appropriate. When news arrives, people return, and prosperity and blessings are seen.

課體：反吟，斫輪，龍戰。課義：交互六害，然後和會，兩貴不歡，難施恩沛。

The "Lesson Pattern" refers to the structure of this divination case, which combines three types: "Reverse Chant," where the branches on the Heaven Plate each clash with the branches on the Earth Plate; "Chopping the Wheel," which is like re-shaping an old wheel, indicating that old matters are being revisited; and "Dragon Strife," where yin and yang contend, leading to hesitation and indecision. The four-character "Lesson Meaning" summarizes the overall situation, stating that the heavenly stems and earthly branches intersect to form the "Six Evils," causing mutual harm, but after the harm has passed, the combinations of Chen with You and Mao with Xu come together, eventually leading to harmony. However, the two "Noblemen" in day and night are both in positions that are being harmed, resulting in a troubled spirit and difficulty in extending favor to the lower positions.

解曰：干上辰土與卯支相害，支上酉金與干戌相害，是交互相害也。既而辰與酉合，卯與戌合，是干支之陰陽，復相和合矣。晝貴臨子被水克，夜貴加申被金克，情不歡洽，其恩澤何能及下哉。

The day stem is Xin, and its lodging palace is in Xu. The stem is supported by Chen soil, but Chen is in conflict with the day branch Mao. The day branch is supported by You metal, which in turn conflicts with the lodging palace of the stem Xu. This mutual conflict is called reciprocal harm. Later, Chen and You combine, and Mao and Xu combine, so the yin and yang spirits of the stem and branch return to harmony. Now looking at the heavenly generals, during the day the nobleman is in Zi position and is overcome by water, and at night the nobleman is in Shen position and is overcome by metal. Both noblemen are not in favorable positions and do not harmonize with each other, so their kindness and favor naturally cannot reach below.

斷曰：龍戰之卦，一生一殺，反覆不定。合者將離，居者將徙。有孟行莫行，孟止莫止之象。再若行年立於卯酉之上，必主室家離散，兄弟爭財。縱有吉神吉將，亦難免其咎也。

The interpretation states: This divination shows a situation where both beneficial and harmful influences are present, causing matters to fluctuate and remain unresolved. What was originally coming together is now about to separate, and what was once settled is now about to move. One cannot move forward, nor can one stay still, indicating a situation of being caught between advancing and retreating. If the person consulting the divination has their birth year falling on the hour of卯 (Mao) or酉 (You), it further indicates family discord and disputes among siblings over property. Even if auspicious deities and favorable generals appear in the three transmissions, it is still difficult to avoid misfortune.

天時：水運乎上，火居於下，卯酉相乘，雷雨大作。家宅：合中有離，離中有合，凡事不寧。仕宦：官貴不見，課體反覆，雖有青龍，得亦旋失。求財：夜占宜得婦人之財，晝占防失。謁貴：貴人受克，見之不喜。婚姻：支干相合，必成秦晉。胎產：下弱上強，孕乃成男，兒戀母腹，產恐遲延。

Inquiring about the weather, water is above and fire is below, with the卯 and酉 trigrams mutually reinforcing each other. Water and fire interact strongly, indicating heavy thunderstorms. Inquiring about the household, the combination includes both the合 and离 trigrams, with the离 trigram containing the合 trigram, suggesting that family affairs will not be peaceful. Inquiring about career prospects, the official star and the nobleman are not present, and the lesson pattern is unstable. Even though the Azure Dragon, which signifies wealth and good fortune, is present, the benefits will be lost quickly. Inquiring about wealth, if the divination is done at night, one may gain wealth from a woman, but if done during the day, one should beware of loss. Inquiring about meeting a nobleman, the nobleman himself is weakened, so even if met, he will not be pleased. Inquiring about marriage, the heavenly stem and earthly branch are in harmony, indicating a successful marriage. Inquiring about pregnancy, the lower element is weak and the upper is strong, indicating a male child, but the fetus is attached to the mother's womb, so the delivery may be delayed.

疾病：戌中丙鬼，乃傷肺金，戌亦脫辛，腎虛之疾。逃盜：捕女宜於正西，捕男宜於正東。出行：行人戀家，丁馬不見，不能即行。行人：天罡加季，又兼反吟，歸家極速。兵戰：有得有失，不寧之象。

Inquiring about illness, the hidden BING fire in the戌 position is the ghost of XIN metal, and fire harms metal, thus damaging the lung meridian; the戌 earth also secretly drains the qi of XIN metal, combined with kidney deficiency. Inquiring about capturing a fugitive or thief, capture the woman heading due west and the man heading due east. Inquiring about travel, the traveler is attached to home, and the two moving spirits, DING and the post-horse, do not appear, so he cannot move for a while. Inquiring about the return of a distant person, the Tiangang (Chen) is placed on the seasonal branches, and it coincides with reverse chant, so the return is very quick. Inquiring about warfare, there are gains and losses, the outcome is uncertain, and the soldiers' morale is unstable.

畢法云：權攝不正祿臨支，上下皆合兩心齊，兩貴受克難干貴。精蘊云：凡巳午加亥子，謂之寒熱格，病主寒熱往來，虛癆心怯等症。玉成歌云：反吟占事休言定，往復雙雙兩事因，常占須主身搖動，不動人情有怨心。

The Three Rules from the "Bi Fa Fu" apply here: "The Righteous Authority is Not Properly Positioned, the Day's Wealth is Found in the Day Branch," meaning the Day's Wealth is not in the Day Stem but in the Day Branch, indicating someone else is in charge, the name is not proper and the authority is not exclusive; "Both Upper and Lower Are in Harmony, Both Hearts Are United," meaning both the Heavenly Stem and Earthly Branch are in mutual harmony, and they can work together with mutual understanding; "Two Noblemen Are Attacked, It Is Difficult to Obtain Favor," meaning both the Day and Night Noblemen are attacked by the lower spirits, and seeking help through others will not be successful. The "Liu Ren Jing Yun" states that when巳 and 午 are placed over 亥 and 子, water and fire conflict, which is called the Cold and Hot Pattern, and in divination for illness, it indicates alternating cold and heat, or symptoms such as weakness and fear. The "Yu Cheng Ge" says that when Reverse Chant occurs, one should not easily make a judgment, as the matter comes and goes repeatedly, often involving two different issues; ordinary people encountering this often experience inner instability, even if they do not move, there is already resentment between people.

課體：重審，勵德，斫輪，贅婿，不備。課義：課傳回環，財就人旁，取之宜速，遲歸墓鄉。

There are five types of lesson patterns: Chong Shen, which involves taking the heavenly stem from below to attack above, and requires careful consideration for all matters; Li De, where the day's stem and virtue god are present and one should remain within one's proper role; Zhuo Lun, indicating the need to redo old matters; "Zhu Xi", where the day branch is placed over the day stem and they form a harmonious relationship, like a man entering-in-law into a woman's family, with everything not under one's control; and "Bu Bei", where the four lessons are incomplete, and the matter is lacking. The lesson meaning states: the four lessons and three transmissions form a circular pattern, with wealth and influence coming to a person's side. One should take it quickly, for if delayed, it will fall into the storage place.

解曰：卯乃辛金之財，來加干上，干乃人也，豈非財就於人。初傳即見，取之貴速，倘若稍緩，必被卯木傷其戌土，是己身反受其害。且被末傳之丑墓去，真乃非徒無益而又害之也。

The wood of the卯 branch is overcome by the metal of the辛, which is the wealth of the day stem. When this wealth is added to the day stem, the day stem represents the person being divined, so this is like wealth coming to the person on its own. Since the wealth appears in the first transmission, it is valuable for its speed. If delayed even slightly, the wood of卯 will harm the Lodging Palace of the辛 metal, which is the戌 earth, causing self-harm. Moreover, the丑 earth in the final transmission is the Storage of the辛 metal, which will store this wealth away, resulting not only in failure to gain benefits but also in being harmed by it.

斷曰：重審不備，事多不順。凡占不全，以支加干而與干相合，如贅婿相似，凡事不能由己之象也。乙辛日傳見本日墓神，謂之舊輪再斫，主退官失職，再謀復興之意。

The interpretation states: Re-examination is combined with incompleteness, indicating that the matter being divined is mostly unsmooth. The four lessons are incomplete, and the day branch is placed upon the day stem, resulting in mutual combination. This is like a man marrying into his wife's family, where he cannot take the lead in affairs. On days of Yi and Xin, if the three transmissions contain the墓神 (mound spirit) of the current day, it is called "old wheel being cut again," indicating first losing official position and then attempting to regain it.

天時：水雖在上，皆落空亡，罡空指亥，陰而不雨。家宅：身就他人，事不由己。仕宦：晝貴受害，夜貴受克，占官不利。求財：財自上門，速宜取之。婚姻：以女就男，有必成之象。胎產：上弱下強，妊乃成女。疾病：腎虛發暈，良醫自至，不久能愈。出行：眷屬俱行之象。行人：天罡加孟，尚未啟行。兵戰：損失俱多，大抵無益。

Inquiring about the weather, water though it is on top, has all fallen into the empty void. The Tiangang points to Hai, but it is only cloudy and no rain is falling. Inquiring about the household, one depends on others, and nothing is under one's own control. Inquiring about the career, the nobleman is harmed in the daytime and suffers from being overcome at night, which is unfavorable for holding an official position. Inquiring about wealth, wealth comes to one's door by itself, and it is suitable to take it quickly. Inquiring about marriage, the woman approaches the man, indicating a certain success. Inquiring about pregnancy, the upper part is weak and the lower part is strong, indicating the fetus is female. Inquiring about illness, it is kidney deficiency causing dizziness, and a good doctor will come on his own, and the illness will soon be cured. Inquiring about travel, it indicates the whole family will set out together. Inquiring about distant people, the Tiangang is added to the four young branches, and they have not yet started moving. Inquiring about warfare, both sides suffer great losses, and the overall result is of little benefit.

畢法云：胎財生氣妻懷孕（四月占）。古鑑：戊午生人，戊申年子將未時占休咎，斷曰：主六年之中，四分五裂。因還俗人起釁，遂致家破屋拆，必葬尊長於其中，乃成墳墓。緣太歲人宅克宅，必主有死喪之事。丑為金母，故言尊長。卯上乘元，子卯刑也，有分裂刑傷之象。申為僧而值劫殺，故曰還俗。卯數六，故言六年。後其人之叔子為僧還俗，與之爭產成訟，司判與諸子均分，其家遂破。後其叔死，葬於是宅，果成墳墓焉。

The *Bifa Fu* says, "If the fortune of the child and the wealth爻 are riding on the life qi, it indicates the wife is pregnant." (This applies to a divination in the fourth month.) The *Gujian* records a case: a person born in the year Wuwu, in the year Wushen, used the Zi as the month general and started the divination at the hour Wei to predict the fortune for one year. The interpretation stated that within six years, the family would split apart. The cause was a person who had left the religious life who incited disputes, leading to the destruction of the house and the need to bury the elders in the house, which would eventually become a graveyard. Because the heavenly stem of the year is on the person's house and it harms the house, it necessarily indicates death and mourning. The Chou is the mother of metal, so it refers to the elders. The卯 is occupied by the Black Tortoise, and the Zi and Mao are in mutual conflict, indicating a splitting and injury. The Shen represents a monk and is at the position of劫杀, so it refers to someone who has left the religious life. The number of the卯 is six, so it refers to six years. Later, the person's nephew, who had left the religious life and returned, disputed the family property with him and they went to court. The court ordered the sons to divide the property equally, causing the family to fall apart. Later, the uncle died and was buried in the house, which indeed became a graveyard.

課體：涉害，龍戰，泆女，寡宿。課義：夜貴為財，三傳助來，中逢丁亥，取即為災。

There are four types of lesson patterns: "Involvement of Harm," where both upper and lower have thieves andrestrain, and the one with the deepest involvement is used as the initiating transmission; "Dragon Strife"; "Amorous Woman," which refers to ambiguous and improper matters between men and women; and "Solitary Host," which indicates being alone and having few companions. The lesson meaning says: the寅 wood that the night's valuable element is located on is actually the wealth of the day stem, and the three transmissions form a wood pattern to support this wealth; however, the middle transmission has the亥 water secretly attached to the旬丁, and once it moves, it will cause harm to the body. Greed for wealth leads to disaster.

解曰：寅為夜貴，作日之財，必得貴人之財也。三傳木局，又助起財爻，止宜守定貴財。若肆其貪得之心，而並取三傳之財，則中傳亥水，晝占雖則乘龍，緣有旬丁暗附，取之者必致傷日而禍生矣。

Yin is the divine spirit that governs the night time of the divination, and it is also the wealth sign that is overcome by Xin metal. Therefore, one is sure to receive money from the nobleman. The three transmissions form a wood trine, further supporting the wealth sign, but one should only keep the wealth given by the nobleman and not seek more. If one indulges in greed and takes all the wealth from the three transmissions, the middle transmission's亥 water, although riding the Azure Dragon and appearing auspicious during the day, actually secretly contains the hidden Ding of this month. Moving it will harm the day stem, and misfortune will thus arise.

斷曰：見機之卦，又名龍戰，有進退遲疑之象。簾幕臨干，占官者主有升遷。但發用逢空，諸事虛花。若有所就，必賴填實方應。庚辛日卯加亥，為胎坐長生，大宜占孕，不利占產。

The interpretation says: This is a lesson of discerning opportunity, also called Dragon Strife, indicating hesitation between advancement and retreat. Night Nobleman is heavy with curtains and the Nobleman is present on the Day Stem, indicating that those seeking official positions will experience promotion. However, the Initiating Transmission falls in Kongwang, so all matters are empty and not substantial; true success will only be realized in the years when Kongwang is filled. On庚 and辛 days, with卯 placed on亥, the fetal god is seated in the place of growth, which is most favorable for predicting pregnancy, but unfavorable for predicting childbirth.

天時：青龍空陷，出旬始雨。家宅：財旺生官，無官者難免訟耗。仕宦：三傳生貴，占官最吉。求財：宜得貴人分內之財，不宜貪取。婚姻：男必佳兒，女恐虛花。胎產：下強上弱，妊乃成女，母空兒實，占產甚吉。疾病：腎經受病，或虛脫之症，然病空人實，不藥可愈。出行：陸路甚坦，水路不利。行人：天罡加仲，尚在中途。兵戰：徒自失眾，未見其利。

When asking about the weather, the Azure Dragon falls into the empty place, so rain will come only after this旬. When asking about the family home, wealth is strong and generates officials and ghosts, so if there is no official in the family, there will be legal troubles and losses. When asking about the career, the three transmissions support the nobleman, which is the most auspicious for officialdom. When seeking wealth, it is advisable to take the portion that the nobleman is supposed to give, and not to be greedy for more. When asking about marriage, the man will certainly get a good wife, but the woman may fall into emptiness. When asking about pregnancy, the lower is strong and the upper is weak, indicating a female child; the mother is empty but the child is solid, which is very auspicious for childbirth. When asking about illness, it is a disease of the kidney meridian or a condition of collapse, but since the afflicted area is empty and the body is full, the illness can be cured without medicine. When asking about travel, traveling by land is smooth, but traveling by water is unfavorable. When asking about distant people, the Tiangang is added to the fourth and fifth branches, so they are still on the way. When asking about military affairs, there will be a loss of soldiers without any clear advantage.

畢法云：貴雖坐獄宜臨干。指南：寅命癸酉七月辛卯日午將寅時占科場，曰：中式矣。蓋因先鋒為幕貴，且臨日上，月將官貴，又加寅命，是以必中無疑。然發用未作旬空，必俟未年填實，方中甲榜。

The "Bifa Fu" says, "Although the nobleman is in prison, he should be on the day stem." Even if the nobleman is in a position that is being overcome, as long as he is on the day stem, he can still be relied upon. The "Liu Ren Zhi Nan" records a case: a person with a寅 (Yin) destiny, on a Guiyou (Guiyou) year, in the seventh month, on a Xinmao (Xinmao) day, with午 (Wu) as the month general, and starting the calculation at寅 (Yin) time to inquire about the imperial examination, the divination concluded that he would certainly pass. This is because the initiating transmission deity is the vanguard, the correct night nobleman, and it is on the day stem; the month general also brings the official nobleman, and it is added upon the寅 (Yin) which is his original destiny. Therefore, passing is certain. However, the unoccupied earth element in the initiating transmission is in the empty period, so he must wait until the year of未 (Wei) to fill it, then he will pass with a first-class rank.

課體：重審，九丑，勵德，天煩。課義：晝虎墓身，夜祿虛驚，中盜末武，晝貴無形。

There are four types of lesson patterns: Re-examination; 'Nine Disgraces', which occurs on the fifth day (乙, 戊, 己, 辛, 壬) when the day is at the middle of the month, indicating many disgraceful and immoral affairs; Cultivating Virtue; and 'Heavenly Distress', also called Double Distress, indicating disturbance and unrest. The lesson meaning says: If the divination is done in the day, the White Tiger is riding on the day stem's墓神 (mound spirit) and pressing down on oneself; if done at night, the day's禄 (favorable position) is being harmed, resulting in just a false alarm. The middle transmission is the water of Zi which steals the metal energy, and the final transmission is riding on the Black Tortoise, indicating loss and waste. Meanwhile, the nobleman in the daytime is falling empty, as if not present.

解曰：晝占白虎乘墓臨身，不宜占病。酉為日祿，受午火之克。幸而夜虎陷空，不過虛驚而已。中傳子水，盜洩金氣。末傳晝占，上乘元武，耗費不少矣。晝貴空亡，干謁豈有力哉。

During the day, the Inauspicious General White Tiger is riding on the Tomb Spirit of the辛 metal at the hour of Chou, pressing down on oneself, which is most unfavorable for divination regarding illness. The酉 is the禄神 of辛 day, but it is being overcome by the午 fire. Fortunately, during the night, the White Tiger falls into the Kongwang, which is just a false alarm. In the middle transmission, the子 water steals the energy of the辛 metal; in the final transmission, during the day, it is riding on the Inauspicious General Black Tortoise, which signifies loss and waste, so there will certainly be considerable expenses. Moreover, the nobleman during the day is also in the Kongwang, making it difficult to rely on others for help.

斷曰：支干相害，不利交關，發用空亡，虛多實少。夜占簾幕臨支，試必高第，必須填實午火，方能得意。又為危中取財格，緣支神之卯木，本係日干之財神，孟取此財，乃懼支上之午火剋制，未免驚危。幸作空亡，仍不足畏也。

The interpretation states: The day branch and day stem mutually harm each other, making it unsuitable for trade and transactions; the initiating transmission also falls into kongwang, indicating more emptiness than reality. If divined at night, the nobleman is present at the day branch, suggesting that the examinee will certainly achieve a high rank, but this can only be fulfilled after the noon fire fills in the deficiency. This pattern is also known as the "wealth obtained from danger" pattern: the卯 wood in the day branch is originally the wealth of 辛 gold, which is intended to be obtained, but it is feared that the 午 fire in the day branch will suppress it, leading to anxiety and worry; fortunately, the noon fire is exactly in kongwang, so it is ultimately not to be feared.

天時：天罡指陰，畢宿發用，出旬始雨。家宅：支之陰陽盡空，有官祿之名而已。求財：財不出家。仕宦：貴人臨宅，祿神發用，填實有望。婚姻：男實女空，占婚不吉。胎產：二陰包陽，妊乃成男，母空兒實，產必易速。疾病：墓虎克干，病勢甚凶，良醫可救。出行：陸路不佳，水路不吉。行人：天罡加季，行者已歸。兵戰：合而未合，最宜謹慎。

Inquiring about the weather, the Tiangang points to the yin position, the Net mansion initiates the transmission, and rain will come only after the current ten-day period. Inquiring about the household, both the yin and yang spirits of the day branch fall into Kongwang, leaving only an empty title with official rank. Inquiring about wealth, wealth does not leave the family. Inquiring about career, the nobleman is near the house, the official spirit initiates the transmission, and there is hope once Kongwang is filled. Inquiring about marriage, the male is real and the female is empty, indicating an unfavorable marriage. Inquiring about pregnancy, two yins surround one yang, indicating a male child; if the mother is empty and the child is real, the birth will be smooth and quick. Inquiring about illness, the tomb spirit brings the White Tiger to attack the day stem, the illness is very severe, and only a good doctor can save the person. Inquiring about travel, land travel is not good, and water travel is also unfavorable. Inquiring about distant people, the Tiangang is added to the four seasons' branches, indicating that the person has already returned. Inquiring about warfare, it seems to be favorable but ultimately does not unite, so one must be most cautious.

畢法云：干乘墓虎無占病，彼此猜忌害相隨。觀月經云：乙戊己辛壬五日，四仲加之九丑名。辛卯日四仲時占，丑臨日加四仲上發用，為九丑課。又春占，辛卯日酉加午，臨仲發用，斗繫丑未，為二煩課。

According to two passages from the "Bi Fa Fu": "When the day stem is joined by the墓神 and the White Tiger, it is advisable to avoid divining illness." This means that if the day stem is joined by the Tomb Spirit and the White Tiger, one should be cautious about predicting illness. Another passage states: "When there is mutual suspicion and harm, it indicates a situation of mutual distrust." This refers to when the heavenly stems and earthly branches are in a harmful relationship, leading to mutual suspicion between the parties. The "Guan Jing Xing" states that on the days of Yi, Wu, Ji, Xin, and Ren, if the lesson is cast at the time of the four central points, it is called the Nine Dishonest Lessons. On a Xinmao day, if the lesson is cast at the time of the four central points, and the earthly branch "Chou" is placed on the day stem with the four central points as the initiating transmission, it is considered a Nine Dishonest Lesson. Additionally, during the spring season, if on a Xinmao day the earthly branch "You" is placed on "Wu" and the four central points are the initiating transmission, with the handle of the ladle connecting "Chou" and "Wei," it is considered a Two Troubles Lesson.

課體：蒿矢，龍戰，泆女，間傳，變盈。課義：遙克傳空，所作無蹤，源涸根斷，脫耗無窮。

The Lesson Pattern has five types: "Hao Shi" (Wand of Artemisia), where there is no thief or overcoming among the four Lessons, and the use is determined by distant overcoming, like an arrow made of Artemisia grass, which has weak power and causes shallow harm; "Long Zhan" (Dragon Strife); "Yi Nu" (Foolish Woman); "Jian Chuan" (Intermediate Transmission), where the three Transmissions are successively passed in alternate positions; and "Bian Ying" (Transformation from Fullness), where fullness turns into decline. The Lesson Meaning says: the Initiating Transmission is only distant overcoming, and the three Transmissions again fall into Kongwang (Empty Wasteland), so the things done have no trace; the four Lessons and three Transmissions are everywhere from below to above, like a dried-up water source and broken tree roots, with continuous loss and depletion.

解曰：發用遙克，已無力也。又兼中未空陷，所作自無蹤跡也。四課三傳，俱自下生上，如水涸其源，木斷其根，脫耗無盡。占病，或因不攝，以致虛弱。或元氣不足，遂致尪羸也。

The initiating transmission's spirit can only remotely overcome the day stem, and it is inherently weak; furthermore, the middle transmission's earth element falls into kongwang, so whatever is attempted naturally has no result. The four lessons and three transmissions are all instances of lower elements generating upper ones, and the day stem's energy is continuously drained away, just like a dried-up water source or broken tree roots, with endless depletion. When used to divinate illness, it indicates either weakness caused by lack of restraint or originally insufficient vital energy leading to a frail physique.

斷曰：蒿矢之卦，力弱難傷，縱有驚危，亦虎頭蛇尾之象。龍戰者，事有疑滯。泆女者，事多曖昧。利主而不利客，占此者吉凶相半也。干上乘子作干之脫氣，將復乘空，謂之脫空神，凡事虛聲而已。

The interpretation says: This hexagram indicates weak power, unable to cause harm, even though there may be alarm and danger, it will end in a way that is ineffective. The dragon fighting suggests hesitation and obstacles in matters, while the woman's wandering indicates ambiguity. This hexagram is favorable for the main party but not for the opposing party, with equal chances of good and bad outcomes. The day stem is riding on the water of the Zi branch, which is a draining force, and the heavenly general above it falls into Kongwang, which is called a draining empty force. Thus, all matters are merely empty show without real effect.

天時：青龍與畢宿皆空，天罡指陽，發用火神，晴而不雨之象。家宅：宅上乘脫，陰神復脫，家徒壁立。仕宦：青龍與日祿皆空，占官不吉。求財：財雖至近，取之防驚。婚姻：男不甚佳，女不甚吉。胎產：子孫屬陽，妊屬男喜。疾病：肝經受病，虎空易瘥；巳火克金，肺疾痊遲。出行：水陸皆防，失脫之患。行人：天罡加孟，尚未起程。兵戰：晝占無威，吉凶相半。

When asking about the weather, the Azure Dragon and the Net mansion are both empty, the Tiangang points to the yang position, and the Initiating Transmission is associated with the fire deity, indicating clear skies with no rain. When asking about the household, the dwelling is occupied by a departing qi, and the yin deity is also departing, suggesting the family is poor, with only the four walls remaining. When asking about career prospects, the Azure Dragon and the daily fortune are both empty, indicating an unfavorable omen for official positions. When seeking wealth, although wealth is close at hand, one must be cautious of disturbances when attempting to obtain it. When asking about marriage, the male side is not favorable, and the female side is also not very auspicious. When asking about pregnancy, the offspring element is yang, indicating a male child as a joy. When asking about illness, the liver meridian is affected, and the White Tiger being empty suggests an easy recovery; however, the fire in the fourth position is overcoming the metal in the eighth position, leading to a slower recovery from lung-related ailments. When asking about travel, both water and land routes require vigilance against loss. When asking about distant people, the Tiangang is added to the fourth position of the four young branches, indicating that the journey has not yet begun. When asking about military matters, a daytime divination shows no strength, with equal chances of good and bad outcomes.

畢法云：空上逢空事莫追，不行傳者考初時，罡塞鬼戶任謀為。占驗：午將辰時占家宅，曰：巳乃六陽極處，乘後，妻極淫蕩。日上盜氣，又見天空，主本身下部淋疾，兼子息作耗。又見宅上破碎，子一陽之始，巳六陽之終，始於身而終於家也。末傳辛祿陷空，所以致敗。

Three rules from the "Bi Fa Fu" are: "When the sky is empty, do not pursue matters," meaning if the sky is added to the sky, there is no need to pursue the matter further; "If the three transmissions do not move, examine the initiating transmission and the time of divination," meaning if the three transmissions are stationary, one should refer to the initiating transmission and the time of the divination for interpretation; "When the Tiangang (Chen) blocks the ghost gate, one may proceed with plans," meaning when the Tiangang (Chen) blocks the gate of the ghost (寅), the ghosts cannot enter, so one may proceed with plans. An example of divination is given: using the hour of Wu as the month general and the time of Chen, the divination about the family dwelling is interpreted as follows: Si is the peak of six yang, with the superior rider being the Heavenly Empress, indicating the wife is extremely promiscuous; the day stem has the qi of theft and robbery, and also sees the sky, indicating the person has symptoms of urinary tract infection and also suffers from expenses due to children. The dwelling also sees the broken piece, where Si is the beginning of one yang and Si is the end of six yang, meaning the calamity originates from oneself and ends with the family. The final transmission, which is the禄神 of Xin metal, falls into the sky, so ultimately it leads to failure.

課體：重審，斬關，龍戰。課義：丁火傷身，病必頭痛，遞互可戀，晝貴何用。

The lesson pattern has three types: Chong Shen, "Zhan Guan", which is like breaking through a gate and is suitable for traveling far and avoiding danger; and Long Zhan. The lesson meaning says: the Ding fire hidden in Hai is coming to injure the day stem, so if one is ill, it will mainly cause headaches; the heavenly stems and earthly branches interact with each other in a cycle of mutual generation, showing affection towards each other and being able to rely on each other; the only regret is that when the divination is done in the daytime, the nobleman is empty and cannot be relied upon.

解曰：亥為丁火，乘虎傷身，占病必主頭疼。緣亥為頭而逢丁，則主痛也。干上之亥水，生支神之卯木。支上之辰土，生日干之辛金，是遞互相戀，不為無情矣。惜末傳晝貴逢空，豈可恃以無恐哉。

In this旬, the hidden Ding is precisely on Hai. Hai is occupied by the White Tiger, which harms the day stem. Divining illness indicates headache; because Hai corresponds to the head, and having Ding on the head causes pain. Now looking at the stem and branch: the water of Hai on the day stem nourishes the wood of Mao on the day branch, and the earth of Chen on the day branch nourishes the metal of Xin on the day stem. The two sides mutually generate and care for each other, so it cannot be said to be devoid of affection. Unfortunately, the nobleman in the final transmission falls into Kongwang during the day, so how can one rest securely relying on it?

斷曰：重審之卦，虎乘遁鬼，臨於干上。其患至凶至速，急難逃避，且干支皆乘羅網，非利有攸往之象。所喜末助初生，如能靜以守之。雖有險阻，自當安妥。常人仕宦皆同。

The interpretation states: This is a case of retrial, with the White Tiger riding upon the fleeing ghost and spirit, pressing down upon the day stem, causing calamity that comes suddenly and severely, making it difficult to escape in a hurry; furthermore, both the day stem and day branch are under the influence of heaven and earth nets, making it unsuitable for travel or movement. Fortunately, the final transmission supports the first transmission, and the first transmission in turn supports me. As long as one remains calm and self-restrained, even though there are dangers, safety will eventually be achieved. This interpretation applies equally to ordinary people and officials.

天時：朱雀發用，水母空陷，不能有雨。家宅：人宅互生，彼此有益，和氣至祥之象。仕宦：貴人逢空，占官不吉。求財：財爻與青龍不見，外財難得。婚姻：支干自刑，占婚不利。胎產：下強上弱，二陽包陰，妊必成女，支上生干，產亦當順。疾病：白虎屬水，心經受病，丁火傷金，肺家必損。出行：水陸皆吉，但恐戀宅難行。行人：天罡加仲，尚在中途。兵戰：吉亦難成，凶亦易散。墳葬：朝山甚聳，葬之有益。

Questioning about the weather, the Vermilion Bird initiates the transmission and the water mother亥 is trapped and empty, so rain cannot form below. Questioning about the household, people and the house mutually generate and assist each other, benefiting each other, which is a harmonious and auspicious sign. Questioning about the official career, the nobleman falls into emptiness, indicating an inauspicious sign for officialdom. Seeking wealth, the wealth element and the Azure Dragon do not appear, making it difficult to obtain external wealth. Questioning about marriage, the day branch and day stem mutually harm each other, indicating an inauspicious sign for marriage. Questioning about childbirth, the lower is strong and the upper is weak, with two yang elements surrounding one yin element, indicating the child will be female; the day branch supports the day stem, indicating a smooth delivery. Questioning about illness, the White Tiger is associated with water, affecting the heart meridian, and the Ding fire harms the Xin metal, causing definite loss in the lungs. Questioning about travel, both land and water routes are auspicious, but the fear is that the person is attached to home and cannot move. Questioning about distant people, the Tiangang is added to the four middle branches, indicating they are still on the way. Questioning about warfare, auspicious matters are difficult to achieve, and ominous matters are easily dispersed. Questioning about burial, the facing mountain is high and prominent, indicating benefit from burying here.

畢法云：所謀多拙遭羅網，虎乘遁鬼殃非淺，互生俱生凡事益，金日逢丁凶禍動。課經云：干上亥，支上辰，交互相生，用傳生日，末又助初，謂之亨通課。主人亨利，時運亨通。訂訛云：此為羅網課，止利守己，倘或動謀，必纏羅網。又主有官人丁艱之事，天羅主父，地網主母。

The Four Rules from the "Bifa Fu" state: "Plans are often clumsy and fall into a net," meaning that when the divination shows the heavens and earth in a net, plans are mostly clumsy and difficult to carry out; "White Tiger rides the hidden ghost, calamity is not light," meaning that the White Tiger is riding on the hidden ghost, leading to serious misfortune; "Mutual generation between the heavenly stem and earthly branch, all matters benefit," meaning that the heavenly stem and earthly branch mutually generate each other, benefiting all affairs; "Metal day meets hidden Ding, misfortune arises," meaning that on a metal day, encountering hidden Ding brings about misfortune. The "Ke Jing" says: if the day stem is亥 and the day branch is辰, they mutually generate each other, and the initiating transmission and the three transmissions also generate the day stem, with the final transmission supporting the initial one, this is called a smooth course, indicating smooth affairs and favorable fortune. The "Ding'e" says: this is a net course, which is only favorable for maintaining one's proper position; once one acts recklessly and plans, it will be caught in the net; it also indicates that officials may face mourning for their parents, with the heavenly net corresponding to the father and the earthly net corresponding to the mother.

課體：伏吟，杜傳，斬關。課義：德祿乘丁，貪財豈寧，中逢墓克，戌虎末迎。

There are three types of lesson patterns: 'Hidden Chant' where the Heaven Plate and Earth Plate are the same, and all deities are in their proper positions, indicating stillness and no movement; 'Obstructed Transmission' where the three transmissions are blocked in the middle, causing matters to stop halfway; and 'Cutting the Gate'. The lesson meaning says: the day stem's virtuous deity combined with its fortune deity rises to the hidden Ding and initiates the transmission, which could have been peaceful, but it instead desires this wealth and refuses to be still; unexpectedly, the middle transmission is the辰, which is the storage ghost blocking the way, and the final transmission is戌, which brings the White Tiger face to face.

解曰：亥為壬水之德祿，臨干發用，上乘遁丁，是壬水藉德祿之勢，不難取此丁財矣。不知辰為墓鬼當途，晝夜乘蛇，難免傷身。末戌復為虎鬼克干，其驚恐凶禍，愈遲愈大。惟貴人得此，作催官符，庶為至吉之象耳。

Heavenly stem Ji is the virtue god and the禄 god of Hai water. When it appears on the day stem and initiates the transmission, and is accompanied by the Ding that emerges in this旬, the Ji water gains strength from its virtue and禄, making it easy to obtain this Ding wealth. However, the middle transmission Chen earth is both the Storage and the ghost of Ji water, blocking the way and constantly accompanied by Teng Snake, inevitably causing harm. The final transmission Xu earth is another ghost with White Tiger that attacks the day stem, leading to fear and misfortune that grows worse over time. Only those whose own position is already that of a nobleman can benefit from this, as the final transmission's White Tiger ghost becomes a prompt for official favor, resulting in an extremely auspicious situation.

斷曰：伏吟之卦，遇丁而動，有不能靜守之象。但繫杜傳，事必中止。要當改圖易轍，方能成就。德祿臨身，即遇不得不動之時，亦宜守分安身，自然亨吉。

The interpretation says: Hidden Chant originally signifies stillness, but when encountering遁丁 it becomes active, indicating a situation where one cannot remain still. However, since it is Du transmission, the three transmissions are obstructed in the middle, so the matter will inevitably be halted halfway. One must change the approach and find another way to accomplish it. Fortunately, the virtue god and the fortune god are present at the self, so even when movement is unavoidable, one should remain within one's proper bounds and naturally achieve success and auspiciousness.

天時：日上皆水，自然有雨；但神將與中末兩傳，盡皆屬土，不過灑塵而已。家宅：晝夜乘蛇，重重驚恐之象。仕宦：末傳晝夜催官，赴任必速。求財：財已臨身，必能入手。婚姻：夜將女占男吉，男占女不吉。胎產：支干自刑，母子不安，亦恐難產。疾病：腎水不足之症，或繫頭痛，不能全愈。失脫：只在家內尋覓。出行：陸路甚坦，水路不佳。行人：近者立至，遠者渺茫。兵戰：晝占則詐，夜占則吉。

Inquiring about the weather, the day stem is all water, so it is natural that it will rain; however, the heavenly general and the middle and final transmissions are all earth, so it will only sprinkle some floating dust. Inquiring about the household, both day and night are governed by Teng Snake, indicating a continuous sense of fear. Inquiring about official career, the final transmission is both day and night a prompt for official appointment, so taking office will certainly be swift. Inquiring about wealth, wealth has already arrived at one's own, so it will certainly be obtained. Inquiring about marriage, the night general indicates that the female side is favorable for the male side, but the male side is unfavorable for the female side. Inquiring about childbirth, the day branch and day stem each injure one another, indicating that mother and child are uneasy, and there may be difficulty in childbirth. Inquiring about illness, it is a condition of insufficient kidney water, or headache, which may not be fully cured. Inquiring about lost items, they can only be found within one's own home. Inquiring about travel, the land route is smooth, but the water route is not good. Inquiring about distant people, those nearby will arrive immediately, but those far away remain uncertain. Inquiring about warfare, during the day, the enemy is likely to be deceitful, but at night, it is favorable.

畢法云：任信丁馬須言動，水日逢丁財動之。課經云：水日逢丁，惟畏占人行年克去丁神，則財不動，否則必係遠方封寄，或兄弟之財。無妻者主娶，有妻者主別。月鑑云：伏吟杜傳，居者將移，合者將離，道由中止，事宜改為。

Two passages from the "Bi Fa Fu" state: "When the Ding God and the Post-horse appear, one must speak of movement." Whenever the hidden Ding and the Post-horse occur, the interpretation should focus on movement. Another passage says: "On a water day, the presence of Ding indicates movement of wealth." On a water day, if Ding appears, wealth is sure to move. However, the "Ke Jing" says that on a water day, if the practitioner's year pillar overcomes the Ding God, then the wealth will not move. If not, the wealth must be from afar or from a brother. For those without a wife, it indicates marriage; for those already married, it suggests separation. The "Yue Jian" says: when there is a Hidden Chant (hidden chant) combined with the Du transmission, those who are settled will move, those who are united will separate, journeys will be interrupted halfway, and matters should be changed completely.

課體：知一，斬關，魄化。課義：彼己倥傯，他輕我重，中末既生，舍危可用。

There are three types of lesson patterns: 'Knowing One', where both upper and lower elements are overcome and the initiating transmission is taken from a similar day stem, causing the matter to split into two parts; cutting through the gate; and 'Soul Transformation', where the White Tiger is accompanied by death qi, indicating damage to form and spirit. The lesson meaning states that both parties are in a state of confusion, but the other's injury is light while mine is severe; fortunately, the middle and final transmissions both generate me, so by abandoning the initial transmission's dangerous White Tiger and turning to the supportive environment of the middle and final transmissions, one can still use this for stability and security.

解曰：支干俱被上神所克，彼此皆當有事之際，自然各自倥傯。但干被戌虎所克，受傷甚重。支被卯雀所克，較虎受傷稍輕。今中末兩傳，皆去生干，則舍初傳之危虎，投中末之生地，亦可用以自安也。

The day stem and day branch are both being overcome by the deities above them, indicating that both sides are involved in troubles and thus both are busy and chaotic. However, the day stem is being overcome by the White Tiger riding the戌 earth, causing significant harm; while the day branch is being overcome by the Vermilion Bird riding the卯 wood, which is less severe than the White Tiger. Now, the middle and final transmissions are both coming to support the day stem. Therefore, we can disregard the initial transmission which is dangerous due to the White Tiger, and instead focus on the support provided by the middle and final transmissions to properly manage our situation.

斷曰：知一之課，事有兩歧。魁度天門，凡占阻滯。非勇猛精進，不能有就。又虎鬼臨干，患來甚速，急宜逃避，不宜守株而待。幸三傳初凶末古，有苦去甘來之象。又兩蛇夾墓，凶禍難免。幸不在傳，凶或稍殺，倘占人年命逢之，當有險阻。

The interpretation states: Knowing the first instance of the divination, the matter is divided into two parts. Hekui (Xu) is placed on the day gate of亥, called "Kui crossing the heavenly gate," which generally indicates obstruction and blockage. Without showing courage and perseverance, the matter cannot be completed. Moreover, the White Tiger carries ghosts and is placed on the day stem, indicating that calamity will come very quickly; one should hurry to avoid it and not wait passively. Fortunately, the three transmissions start with danger but end with good fortune, showing a sign of hardship turning into ease. In addition, two Teng Snakes are sandwiching the tomb god, which is a pattern that usually leads to unavoidable misfortune. Fortunately, it does not fall within the three transmissions, so the danger may be somewhat reduced; if the person's birth year and destiny happen to collide with it, there will be obstacles.

天時：畢宿與水母入傳，天罡指陰，雷雨交作。家宅：晝夜朱雀，貴人克宅，主有訟災，冬占尤防火燭。仕宦：催官臨身，赴任必速。求財：財與青龍不見，難得。婚姻：支干相合，可以成就；但各自相剋，久後欠利。胎產：上強下弱，妊乃成女，支干相合，產必遲延。疾病：隔氣食積，腎虛之症，或邪祟為災，家中自有良醫可治。出行：戀家難行。行人：天罡加孟，尚未啟行。兵戰：始逢驚險，後必大捷。

Inquiring about the weather, both the Net mansion and the Water Mother亥 are included in the three transmissions, and the Tiangang points to the yin position, indicating thunder and rain. Inquiring about the household, both day and night are marked by the Vermilion Bird, and the Nobleman is said to overcome the house, indicating possible legal troubles. In winter, especially, one should be cautious with fire and candles. Inquiring about official appointments, the official symbol is close to the person, indicating a quick appointment. Inquiring about wealth, the wealth element and the Azure Dragon do not appear, indicating difficulty in gaining wealth. Inquiring about marriage, the day stem and day branch are in harmony, indicating a possible union; however, both sides are overcome, so the relationship may not improve over time. Inquiring about pregnancy, the upper is strong and the lower is weak, indicating a female child; with the stem and branch in harmony, the delivery will be delayed. Inquiring about illness, it is a combination of blocked energy, food stagnation, and kidney deficiency, or possibly supernatural interference, but there is a good doctor at home who can treat it. Inquiring about travel, the person is attached to home and finds it hard to leave. Inquiring about distant people, the Tiangang is added to the fourth branch of the four young ones, indicating that they have not yet started moving. Inquiring about military matters, there will be initial danger, but eventually a great victory will be achieved.

畢法云：魁度天門關隔定，干乘墓虎無占病，制鬼之位乃良醫。指南：八月辰將巳時占失物，曰：戌鬼乘虎發用，事由家奴起禍。中傳酉乘太常，末傳申乘元武，主婦女衣服被盜，終可捕獲，必在西鄰。緣比用為鄰，秋占旺氣，失物可獲故也。

Three passages from the "Bi Fa Fu" state: "Hekui passes through the Heaven Gate and the passage is blocked," meaning when Hekui is placed on the Heaven Gate, the passage is already blocked; "the Day Stem rides the墓神 and carries the White Tiger, do not predict illness," meaning if the Day Stem is combined with the Tomb Spirit and the White Tiger, it is not suitable for predicting illness; "the position that controls the ghost is a good doctor," meaning the one who can control the ghost is the good doctor who treats illness. The "Liu Ren Zhi Nan" records a case: in the eighth lunar month, with the辰 as the month general and the巳 hour for divination about a lost item, the divination said: the戌 ghost rides the White Tiger as the initiating transmission, indicating the matter is caused by a servant in the family; the middle transmission is酉 riding the Tai Chang, and the final transmission is申 riding the Yuan Wu, indicating that a woman's clothes were stolen, and eventually the thief can be captured, and the person must live in a neighboring house to the west. Because the god associated with the transmission indicates proximity, and in autumn the metal energy is strong, the lost item can be recovered.

課體：元首，間傳。課義：交互和順，間傳拱定，不脫規模，委曲匪徑。

There are two types of lesson patterns: "Original Head" (Yuan Shou), which occurs when there is only one instance of a superior element overcoming a subordinate one among the four lessons, and it initiates the transmission. This type indicates that matters proceed smoothly and in an orderly manner. The lesson meaning states that the stems and branches on both sides mutually harmonize, creating a situation of overall harmony. The three transmissions are also enclosed between the beginning and end, unable to escape the scope of the day stem and day branch. Therefore, actions cannot break away from the original pattern and can only proceed indirectly and roundabout, without a straight path.

解曰：干酉與支辰相合，支寅與壬干相合，是互相和順矣。酉與寅間拱三傳在內，是三傳不能出日辰之圍範也。但戌虎晝居末傳，遙剋日干，賴有發用寅木制之，況遇間退，以陽人陰。凡事當委曲詳慎，始得無咎。若剛愎自用，終成乖戾矣。

The stem酉 on the day stem combines with the branch辰 on the day branch, and the stem寅 on the day branch also combines with the stem壬 on the day stem, showing harmony between both sides. The酉 and寅, one at the beginning and one at the end, enclose the three transmissions in the middle, indicating that the three transmissions cannot escape the circle defined by the day stem and day branch. However, during the day, the earth element戌, riding on the White Tiger, occupies the final transmission and remotely restrains the day stem. Fortunately, the initiating transmission寅 wood can restrain it. Moreover, the three transmissions are in a position of retreat, moving from a yang position into a yin position. Therefore, in dealing with matters, one should be cautious and thorough, acting with care to avoid mistakes. If one is stubborn and inflexible, eventually one will end up in conflict and discord.

斷曰：元首之卦，又遇交車相合，固有和順之象。但支上脫干，干上脫支，彼此各有欺賺之意，不可不知。夜占申乘白虎沖支上寅木，必被對鄰獸頭山石，沖制不寧。

The divination states: This reading involves the ruler's lesson, and it coincides with the convergence and harmony of the heavenly stems and earthly branches. At first glance, it appears harmonious. However, the spirit on the day branch is leaking the energy of the day stem, and the spirit on the day stem is also leaking the energy of the day branch. Both sides harbor deceitful intentions towards each other, which must be recognized. At night, when the divination is performed, the metal of the hour (Shen) rides the White Tiger to clash with the wood of the day branch (Yin). This indicates that there is a stone resembling a beast's head facing the front door of the house, approaching directly, causing unrest within the household.

天時：畢宿臨日，箕宿臨支，青龍與六合相乘，風雨交作。家宅：夜占螣蛇克宅，難免驚憂。仕宦：末傳作催官符，占官甚吉。求財：青龍與刃羅相併，恐不宜取。婚姻：支干互合，有必成之勢。胎產：上強下弱，胎乃成男，干上脫支，產必易速。疾病：戌虎克水，膀胱受病，賴用制虎，不久自愈。出行：人宅相合，行期恐緩。行人：天罡加仲，尚在中途。兵戰：似易實難，恐有不利。

Inquiring about the weather, the mansion of Bi宿 approaches the day and the mansion of Ji宿 approaches the branch, with the Azure Dragon and Liu He in conjunction, indicating heavy rain and strong winds. Inquiring about the household, the Teng Snake is attacking the house at night, which is likely to bring worry and alarm. Inquiring about career advancement, the final transmission acts as a promoting official symbol, indicating a favorable omen for officialdom. Seeking wealth, the Azure Dragon, Yangren, and Tian Luo are all together, suggesting it may not be advisable to go out for acquisition. Inquiring about marriage, the day branch and day stem complement each other, indicating a certain success. Inquiring about pregnancy, the upper is strong and the lower is weak, indicating the fetus is male; the day stem is draining the day branch's energy, suggesting a quick delivery. Inquiring about illness, the戌 earth brings the White Tiger to attack the壬 water, causing bladder disease, but since the initiating transmission can control the White Tiger, the condition will soon recover. Inquiring about travel, the person and the house are in harmony, but the travel date may be delayed. Inquiring about distant people, the Tiangang is added to the four central branches, indicating they are still on the way. Inquiring about military affairs, it seems easy but is actually difficult, and it is likely to be unfavorable.

畢法云：交車相合交關利，人宅受脫俱招盜。指掌賦云：寅子戌為冥陽，善人是寶。壬髓經云：一上克下，元首順化。玉女通神訣云：上下相生皆喜美，交相剋戰定癭痾。玉成歌：從魁同虎干支住，宅裡須言有孝人。

Two lines from the "Bi Fa Fu" state: "When the heavenly stems and earthly branches cross and combine, trade is beneficial." When the heavenly stems and earthly branches intersect and harmonize, it is favorable for business transactions. "When both person and dwelling are weakened, both are prone to theft." When both the person and the dwelling are drained of energy, both are likely to attract thieves. The "Zhi Zhang Fu" says: When the three transmissions include寅 (Yin), 子 (Zi), and 戌 (Xu), it is called "ming yang," and encountering a good person brings good fortune. The "Ren Mei Jing" says: When there is only one instance of something overpowering something else, it is called "yuan shou," and the matter will be resolved smoothly. The "Yu Nv Tong Shen Jue" says: When the upper and lower elements mutually generate, it signifies good fortune; when they mutually overcome each other, it indicates illness or pain. The "Yu Cheng Ge" says: When Congkui (You) and Bai Hu (White Tiger) share the same heavenly stem and earthly branch, there are people in the house who are in mourning.

課體：元首，元胎。課義：長生難處，晝夜元虎，閉口之財，丁馬動取。

The lesson pattern has two types: the original head and the original embryo. The three transmissions contain the meaning of孕育, indicating that matters will first encounter obstacles and then become smooth. The lesson meaning says: the day stem's long life deity is originally a good thing, but during the day it is occupied by the Black Tortoise and at night by the White Tiger, causing expenditure and danger, making it difficult for people to be at ease. The巳 fire wealth is called closed-mouth wealth, which can only be obtained in silence. In the three transmissions, there are also the post-horse and hidden ding moving deities, which must be obtained by taking action.

解曰：申乃日之長生，晝將乘元，夜將乘虎，其耗費驚危，實難處此。巳為旬尾，加於旬首之上，乃是日財，故曰閉口之財。中傳驛馬，末傳旬丁，其象至動，必不能舍此日財而他就也。

Shen is the place of growth for Ren water, which should be beneficial, but during the day it is occupied by Yuanwu and at night by Baihu, resulting in both expenditure and danger, making it difficult to find a secure position. Si is the final position of this ten-day cycle, placed above the beginning of the cycle, forming a closed mouth as the beginning and end connect. Since Si is also the wealth for Ren water, it is called closed mouth wealth. The middle transmission is the post-horse, and the final transmission carries the ten-day Ding, with both active spirits present, creating a very dynamic situation, and it will certainly not abandon this immediate wealth in search of elsewhere.

斷曰：元胎之課，先滯後通。但支干彼此相刑，有賓主不浹之象。破碎在支，夜占乘雀，當有為口舌文書而破財者，惟喜三傳遞生財爻。若春夏占之，財源大利。但屬閉口，不可饒舌。惟占病訟，最為可畏也。

The interpretation says: This divination shows that the initial situation is blocked but will eventually become smooth. However, the day stem and day branch mutually punish and harm each other, causing disagreement between the two sides. The broken spirit is located on the day branch, and since it is a night divination with the Vermilion Bird, there will be matters involving disputes over words or documents leading to financial loss. Fortunately, the three transmissions support the wealth element in a cyclical manner. If this divination is cast in spring or summer, there will be great benefit in terms of wealth. However, this lesson belongs to the closed mouth type, so it is best to keep quiet and gain wealth without talking much. Only when used to divinate illness or legal cases is it most dangerous.

天時：水母臨干，天罡指陰，自然有雨。家宅：六破相加，陰陽自刑，有傷殘之象。仕宦：貴人發用，日祿居末，最吉。求財：晝占宜得貴人之財，夜占宜得婦女之財，俱宜緘默。婚姻：刑破相加，兩家不吉。胎產：上強下弱，妊乃成男，刑破相加，其產必速。疾病：肝鬱氣塞之症，或繫手足受傷，喜乘長生，雖凶無害。出行：丁馬相加，白虎乘申，行不少停。行人：天罡加季，可以立至。兵戰：晝占則吉，夜占則凶。

Inquiring about the weather, the water mother (亥) is adjacent to the day stem, and the Tiangang points to the yin position, so rain is naturally expected. Inquiring about the household, the six breaks are combined, and the yin and yang spirits each harm one another, indicating signs of damage and imperfection. Inquiring about official career, the nobleman initiates the transmission, and the day's wealth is located in the final transmission, which is most auspicious. Inquiring about wealth, if the divination is done during the day, it is favorable to gain wealth from the nobleman; if done at night, it is favorable to gain wealth from women, and both should be done discreetly. Inquiring about marriage, the punishments and breaks are combined, indicating inauspiciousness for both families. Inquiring about pregnancy, the upper is strong and the lower is weak, indicating a male child; if punishments and breaks are combined, childbirth will be quick. Inquiring about illness, it is a condition of liver qi stagnation and blocked qi movement, or injuries to the hands and feet; however, since the long life is present, although it is dangerous, it will not cause great harm. Inquiring about travel, the hidden ding and the post-horse are combined, and the white tiger is on the shen position, indicating that once the journey begins, it will not stop for a moment. Inquiring about distant people, the Tiangang is on the seasonal branches, indicating that they will arrive immediately. Inquiring about military affairs, if divined during the day, it is favorable; if at night, it is unfavorable.

畢法云：鬼臨三四訟災隨，水日逢丁財動之，閉口卦體兩般推。中黃經云：河井相加日與辰（辰為天河，未為地井），日辰又在水中存；三傳俱金無土類，行者須教水溺人。括囊賦云：元武乘午兮職轉，白虎申酉兮訟爭。玉成歌云：巳亥貴臨多反覆。

Three lines from the "Bi Fa Fu" say: "Ghost in the third and fourth lessons brings lawsuits and calamity," meaning if the ghostly element appears in the third or fourth lesson, lawsuits and misfortune will follow; "On a water day encountering Ding brings movement of wealth," meaning on a day of the water branch, if Ding appears, wealth will be active; "Closed mouth divination requires separate analysis of good and bad," meaning in a closed mouth chart, one must analyze both favorable and unfavorable outcomes separately. The "Zhong Huang Jing" says: the Milky Way and the Earth Well are added to the day and the day branch (the day branch is the Milky Way, and the earthy branch is the Earth Well), and both the day and the day branch are in water; if all three transmissions are metal and there is no earth to restrain them, one must beware of drowning when going out. The "Kuan Nang Fu" says: Yuan Wu riding the午 (horse) indicates a change in position, and Bai Hu residing in申 or酉 (monkey or rooster) indicates disputes. The "Yu Cheng Ge" says: if the nobleman is present on巳 or亥 (snake or pig), matters tend to be complicated and changeable.

課體：重審，勵德，狡童。課義：干上無畏，支墓末蒞，病困訟刑，行人立至。

The Lesson Pattern has three types: Re-examination; Encouragement of Virtue; and "Cunning Boy". This is when the Day Stem combines with the Day Branch to form a harmonious relationship, as if a man is seeking a woman, but with a sense of deceit. The Lesson Meaning states: Although there is a ghost on the Day Stem, there is no need to fear, because it falls into an empty position; the ancestral god transformed from the Day Branch is pressing on the Final Transmission, indicating that in matters of illness it signifies hardship and difficulty, and in legal disputes it suggests punishment; however, when it comes to the return of a distant person, the arrival is certain and immediate.

解曰：干上未土，雖為日鬼，但遇旬空，無足畏矣。支為日之墓神，居於末傳，患病則困，構訟則刑，深可畏懼。惟占行人，可以立至，緣本日之墓神，臨於末傳故也。

The earth element of the day stem, Wu (未), although it is the ghost of Ren water, is currently in the旬空, which is empty and not substantial, so there is no need to be afraid. The day branch, Chen (辰), is the storage of Ren water, and now it is located in the final transmission. When predicting illness, this indicates being trapped and unable to move; when predicting litigation, it indicates suffering from legal punishment. This is truly alarming. Only in the case of someone who has left and has not returned can it be said that they will arrive when they say they will, because the Tomb Spirit (storage deity) is present in the final transmission.

斷曰：重審之卦，事多不順，干支各乘三合，而子未六害，乃是合中犯殺，成中有害，美中有惡之象。比肩太重，必有損於妻財。如二月夜占，日鬼作死氣，乘太常加干，主有外孝服。

The divination states: This is a case of re-examination, indicating that matters are likely to go against expectations. Both the heavenly stem and earthly branch are each accompanied by their triple harmony, but the branch Zi and Wei form a sixth harm, which is called harmony with a killer. It is a case where completion includes damage, and good things conceal bad ones. The three transmissions are dominated by water qi, with a fellow stem competing for wealth, inevitably causing loss to wife and money. If this divination is cast in the second lunar month at night, the day ghost transforms into death qi, riding on Tai Chang and resting on the day stem, indicating the mourning of a relative from another surname.

天時：青龍發用，三傳盡水，風雨之象。家宅：青龍與六合臨支宅中，必多喜慶之事。仕宦：青龍發用，必待官星填實，始得。求財：宅上乘龍，財已至家。婚姻：支干相害，干上之官星又空，不為吉兆。胎產：下強上弱，妊乃成女，母實兒空，占產不吉。疾病：膀胱與腎經受病，不藥可愈。出行：水路甚吉，陸路甚佳。行人：墓臨末傳，行人立至。兵戰：晝夜皆吉，謹守尤妙。

When asking about the weather, with the Azure Dragon initiating the transmission and all three transmissions being water, it indicates wind, rain, and storms. When asking about the household, with the Azure Dragon and Liu He both present in the day branch position of the house, there will certainly be many joyful events in the family. When asking about career prospects, although the Azure Dragon has initiated the transmission, one still needs to wait for the official star to be filled in order to succeed. When seeking wealth, with the Azure Dragon riding over the house, wealth has already arrived at home. When asking about marriage, the day branch and day stem are in conflict, and the official star on the day stem is empty, which is not a good omen. When asking about pregnancy, the lower is strong and the upper is weak, indicating a female child; the mother is strong but the child is empty, which is unfavorable for childbirth. When asking about illness, the bladder and kidney meridians are affected, and the illness can be cured without medication. When asking about travel, water routes are favorable, and land routes are also good. When asking about distant people, the tomb god is present in the final transmission, meaning the person will arrive immediately. When asking about military matters, both day and night divinations are favorable, and being cautious and holding the position is even better.

畢法云：彼此猜忌害相隨，合中犯殺蜜中砒。課經云：未加壬干上神作日干之明鬼，支上神子水遁得戊土作日干之暗鬼，是支干上有明暗二鬼。語云：明鬼易避，暗鬼難防。指掌賦云：子申辰為仰元，守凝寒之困。壬髓經云：日月之門，天乙臨上，勵德之名，看陰陽將，君子榮遷，小人無況。

Two passages from the "Bi Fa Fu" state: "Each side suspects the other, harm follows closely," meaning the heavenly stem and earthly branch are in a harmful relationship, causing mutual suspicion; "In union, there is a凶杀, like砒霜 in honey," meaning within a harmonious relationship, there is an Inauspicious Sha, just as砒霜 is mixed into honey. The "Ke Jing" says: When the day stem is on a壬 day, it is the day stem's visible ghost; when the day branch's子 water escapes the戊 earth, it is the day stem's hidden ghost, thus both visible and hidden ghosts are present. It is said that visible ghosts are easy to avoid, but hidden ghosts are hard to guard against. The "Zhi Zhang Fu" says: If the three transmissions contain子,申, and辰, it is called "Yang Yuan," which can only defend and is trapped in cold and stagnation. The "Ren Mei Jing" says: If the heavenly stem and earthly branch have the Tian Yi Gu Ren on their gate, it brings a reputation of virtue; then look at the day and night generals. If a gentleman makes a divination, he will achieve honor and promotion; if a petty person makes a divination, he will achieve nothing.

課體：知一，不備，孤辰。課義：不尊失敘，被下欺侮，夜必亡財，怪臨門戶。

There are three types of lesson patterns: knowing one; incomplete; and 'Guchen', which indicates being alone and without support. The lesson meaning says: the Day Stem, which should be in a position of honor, has lowered its status to take the position of the Day Branch, losing the proper order between superior and inferior, thus being bullied by those below. If the divination is done at night, it mainly indicates loss of money. The two spirits of Kui and Gang, along with Teng Snake and White Tiger, are pressing upon the卯 and酉 positions, indicating that strange events will occur at the family gate.

解曰：干尊支卑，以干臨支而受克，不自尊重，失其倫序，而取卑下之侮也。午財臨日發用，夜乘元武，又逢空陷，財之亡也必矣。魁罡乘蛇虎，臨於卯酉，門戶當有怪異也。

The day stem is superior, the day branch is inferior. Now the day stem is placed upon the day branch and is instead overcome by it, showing a lack of self-respect and an inversion of the proper order, thus inviting the harassment of those below. The wu fire is the wealth of the ren water, but on the approach day, the initiating transmission occurs at night, with the thief god yuanwu riding upon it, and it falls into the kongwang position, making the loss of wealth inevitable. The hekui and tiangang deities ride upon the teng snake and baihu, pressing exactly upon the卯 and酉 positions, indicating strange occurrences at the family entrance.

斷曰：知一之卦，事有狐疑。三傳遞生，申為長生，宜有薦舉者矣。但初被午克，中被丑墓，謂之長生無氣，推薦恐不得力。又被遭夾克，受人驅策，必有身不自由之象。

The interpretation says: Knowing the first divination, the matter causes people to be doubtful. The three transmissions are interrelated through mutual generation, and Shen is the long life of Ren water, so by principle someone should recommend. However, the first transmission is overcome by Wu fire, and the middle transmission is buried by Chou earth, which is called long life without strength, and the recommendation may not be effective. Moreover, it is also affected by being attacked from both sides, and being controlled by others, there must be a situation where one's actions are not entirely under one's own control.

天時：午火逢空，天罡指陰，晴而後雨。家宅：人來就宅，以尊依卑，門戶多事，失脫宜防。仕宦：官星落空，貴人不見，占官欠利。求財：財爻空陷，己財難保，何暇他求。婚姻：以男就女，支干自刑，不甚吉利。胎產：下強上弱，二陽包陰，妊乃成女，母實兒空，占產不吉。疾病：肝經受傷，或手足難舉，出旬可治。出行：戀家難行。行人：天罡加仲，尚在中途。兵戰：其象不寧，凶消吉散。

Inquiring about the weather, the fire of the hour Wu falls into an empty position, and the Tiangang points to the yin position, indicating first clear weather followed by rain. Inquiring about the household, people come to the house, but the superior person goes away and relies on the inferior, leading to many disturbances at the door, and one should be cautious of theft. Inquiring about official career, the official star falls into an empty position and the nobleman does not appear, indicating an unfavorable situation in official matters. Seeking wealth, the wealth element is empty and陷, making it difficult to keep one's own money, how could one think of seeking wealth elsewhere? Inquiring about marriage, the man approaches the woman, but the heavenly stem and earthly branch each harm each other, which is not very auspicious. Inquiring about pregnancy, the lower is strong and the upper is weak, with two yang elements surrounding one yin element, indicating a female child; the mother is real and the child is empty, indicating an inauspicious childbirth. Inquiring about illness, the liver meridian is injured, or the hands and feet cannot be moved, but it can be cured after the current cycle. Inquiring about travel, the person is attached to home and finds it difficult to leave. Inquiring about distant people, the Tiangang is added to the four central branches, indicating they are still on the way. Inquiring about military affairs, the situation is unstable, with both bad and good events dispersing.

畢法云：權攝不正祿臨支，初遭夾克不由己。古鑑：午命人丑將午時占前程，曰：課名亂首，當因到官取財，為僕所持，妻必為僕所淫，且死於僕人之手。蓋亥加辰，乃自取亂首。上乘天空，下受罡克，所以為僕所持。午為財，丑為官，官加財上乃官受贓之象。天后臨亥，妻必主淫。亥乘天空夾克，故為僕有。申為文墳作長生而不顧，此為拒尸，命其不久乎。

Two passages from the "Bi Fa Fu" state: "The authority is not properly held, and the official's fortune falls on the day branch," meaning that when the day's fortune falls on the day branch, one may take charge of affairs but without proper legitimacy. "The first transmission is surrounded by the 'Jia' and 'Ke' divination signs, and one cannot act freely," meaning that when the first transmission is surrounded by the 'Jia' and 'Ke' signs, one's affairs are not under one's own control. The "Gu Jian" records a case: a person with a午 (Wu) destiny used丑 (Chou) as the month general and cast a divination at午 (Wu) time to predict his future. The divination concluded that the name of the divination is "chaos at the beginning," and that after taking office, he would inevitably be controlled by his servants due to greed for money, his wife would be seduced by the servants, and he himself would die at the hands of the servants. This is because亥 (Hai) is added to辰 (Chen), which is self-induced chaos. The upper sign is Tian Kong (Sky Void), and the lower is Tiangang (Chen), which is being attacked, hence being controlled by the servants.午 (Wu) represents wealth, and丑 (Chou) represents officialdom; when the official is placed on top of wealth, it indicates the official taking bribes. Tian Hou (Heavenly Empress) is on亥 (Hai), indicating the wife will be involved in disorder. Since亥 (Hai) is Tian Kong and is surrounded by the 'Jia' and 'Ke' signs, it is controlled by the servants.申 (Shen) is the resting place for documents and also represents long life, yet it is abandoned, which is called rejecting the corpse, and thus life is likely to be short.

課體：反吟，勵德，斬關，閉口。課義：巳及丙丁，總是財星，兩貴受克，斬關課名。

The lesson pattern has four types: reverse chant, cultivating virtue, breaking the gate, and "closed mouth." When the first day and the last day of the ten-day period connect with each other, it is like the mouth closing, indicating that matters should be kept silent. The lesson meaning says: in the transmission of the lesson, the fire in the巳 position, together with the hidden丙 and丁, are all wealth stars for the壬 water; however, the nobleman in the day and night positions are both defeated by the lower god, making them unreliable. The lesson pattern is also called breaking the gate, which is suitable for breaking through the gate and leaving far behind.

解曰：支上之戌，遁出丙火。中傳之亥，遁出丁火。三傳初末，皆是巳火。水日逢之，總屬財神。巳為日貴臨亥，卯為夜貴臨酉，俱受下克，不宜告貴。河魁在支，上乘青龍，反吟斬關，大利於逃亡也。

The day branch's Xu contains the hidden Bing fire, and the middle transmission's Hai contains the hidden Ding fire. The first and final transmissions of the three transmissions are both巳 fire. The壬 water belongs to water, and encountering these fires all count as its wealth gods.巳 is the nobleman of the day, now located on the Hai;卯 is the nobleman of the night, now located on the You. Both are being overcome by the earth plate's divine power, so it is not advisable to seek help from the nobleman. The Hekui Xu is located on the day branch and is accompanied by the Azure Dragon, plus reverse chant and cutting the gate, which is most favorable for fleeing and escaping.

斷曰：反吟之卦，事有往返。財爻太多，惟秋冬身旺之時，可以取財。春夏身弱，反有所費。且財祿臨絕，止宜結絕財物舊事。占病、占訟、占食祿事，皆非所宜。

The interpretation states: Reverse Chant divination indicates that matters will go back and forth. In this reading, there are too many wealth signs. One can only bear the burden and obtain wealth during autumn and winter when water is strong and the self is strong. In spring and summer, when water is weak and wealth is abundant but the self is weak, it will result in expenditure. Moreover, the wealth god and the official luck god are both in the绝 (decline) position. It is only suitable for concluding existing financial matters. This reading is not appropriate for divination regarding illness, legal disputes, or salary and provisions.

天時：天地相通，水上火下，有雨不大。家宅：宅上晝夜乘龍，必多喜慶之事。仕宦：晝貴臨干，青龍臨宅，功名可得，但嫌兩貴受克，有美中不足之事。求財：滿目皆財，晝得貴人之財，夜得婦女之財。婚姻：干貴支龍，可偕伉儷。胎產：下強上弱，妊乃成女。疾病：有腹痛之疾，或腎水虛涸，或寒熱往來等症，防翻覆。出行：水陸皆是坦途。行人：天罡加季，行者立至。兵戰：晝占甚吉，夜占次之。

Inquiring about the weather, the energies of heaven and earth are connected, with water above and fire below. There is rain, but it does not fall heavily. Inquiring about the home, both day and night the home is governed by the Azure Dragon, indicating many joys and celebrations in the household. Inquiring about career prospects, a nobleman is present at the day stem, and the Azure Dragon is also at the home position, indicating that fame and success can be achieved, though two noblemen are affected by being overcome, resulting in some shortcomings. Inquiring about wealth, there is an abundance of wealth, with the nobleman's wealth obtained during the day and the wealth of women obtained at night. Inquiring about marriage, the day stem has a nobleman and the day branch has the Azure Dragon, indicating that a harmonious marriage is possible. Inquiring about pregnancy, the lower is strong and the upper is weak, indicating the birth of a female child. Inquiring about illness, there is a pain in the abdomen, or possibly a depletion of kidney water, or a fluctuation between cold and heat, requiring vigilance against recurring illness. Inquiring about travel, both land and water routes are smooth. Inquiring about distant people, the Tiangang is added to the four seasonal branches, indicating that the person will arrive immediately. Inquiring about military affairs, the daytime divination is very auspicious, while the nighttime divination is somewhat less favorable.

畢法云：閉口卦體兩般推，兩貴受克難干貴。課經云：壬辰日巳加亥，謂之德喪祿絕格。三車一覽云：天罡加戌，將乘天后，主男女私通之事。纂要云：夜占將乘太陰，為巳火所克，謂之太陰內戰，所謀皆危。玉成歌云：巳亥貴臨多反覆。

Two passages from the "Bi Fa Fu" state: "Closed mouth divination requires two aspects for judgment," meaning that when the chart is closed, the fortune must be interpreted from two sides; "Two noblemen being overcome make it hard to rely on noblemen," meaning that if the nobleman in both day and night is overcome, seeking help from the nobleman will be difficult. The "Ke Jing" says: On Renchen day, with巳 placed on亥, it is called the "Loss of Virtue and Loss of Wealth" pattern. The "San Che Yi Lian" says: When Tiangang (Chen) is placed on戌, and the Heavenly General is accompanied by the Heavenly Empress, it indicates matters of private relations between men and women. The "Zuan Yao" says: When the Heavenly General is on Tai Yin at night and is overcome by巳 fire, it is called "Tai Yin internal conflict," and all matters planned will be dangerous. The "Yu Cheng Ge" says: When the nobleman is on巳 and亥, the matters will be often reversed.

課體：重審，不備，亂首。課義：上門欺凌，孟避不能，寅雖可制，渠力難興。

The lesson patterns are divided into three: Re-examination; Incomplete; and "Disordered Beginning." In the "Disordered Beginning" pattern, the day branch combines with the day stem and overcomes the day stem, representing a situation where a lower element attacks a higher one. The lesson meaning explains that the day branch brings harmful energy to attack the day stem, and there is no way to escape. Although the initiating transmission's寅wood can control辰earth, it is itself weakened by酉metal, so it cannot muster enough strength to come to the day stem's aid.

解曰：支辰臨干克干，為上門亂首。又係華蓋，其欺凌之惡，不能避也。寅木發用，雖可制此辰土，奈酉金克之。彼方自立仇地，力已弱矣，烏能興起而作援乎。

The day branch Chen is added to the day stem, and then comes to overcome the day stem, which is called upper door disorder. Chen is also the Huagai star, which covers and obscures, and its malicious oppression cannot be avoided. The initiating transmission寅 wood could normally overcome Chen earth, but寅 itself is overcome by You metal, standing on the ground of an enemy, its strength has already weakened, how can it rise up to save the day stem?

斷曰：重審之課，以下犯上，又名亂首，不免尾大不掉。雖干支上神，辰酉六合，而墓神覆日，百事昏沉，且三傳遞克，猶幸中末空亡，尚可解釋。但酉為敗神臨支，家中敗壞，亦防酒色迷人。

The divination states: This is a case of revisiting a previous divination, where the lower forces are acting against the higher, known as disorder at the beginning, inevitably leading to a situation where the lower ranks overpower the superiors. Although the stem and branch above show the hour of Chen and You forming a harmonious combination, the spirit of the tomb covers the day stem, causing all matters to be unclear and confused. The three transmissions are successively in a state of mutual control, but fortunately the middle and final transmissions fall into the empty void, which can alleviate some of the negative effects. However, You is the spirit of defeat, located on the day branch, indicating a potential decline in the family, and one should also be cautious of being led astray by alcohol and lust.

天時：墓神覆日，水運乎上，天罡指亥，主有雨。家宅：支干之上神相合，室家和美。仕宦：貴祿不見，官星乘墓，功名遲鈍。求財：財爻不見，不得。婚姻：支干之上神相合，有必成之勢。胎產：下強上弱，二陽包陰，妊乃成女，子戀母腹，產必遲延。疾病：晝占乃心經受病，幸白虎落陷受克，不藥可愈。出行：人宅相合，行期遲緩。行人：天罡加孟，尚未啟行。兵戰：利主不利客，晝夜俱不甚利。墳葬：此係敗地，水法不合，大傷人丁。

Inquiring about the weather, the spirit of the tomb covers the day stem, with water vapour above, and the Tiangang points to the亥 position, indicating rain. Inquiring about the household, the day branch and day stem have harmonious spirits above, indicating harmony within the family. Inquiring about official career, the nobleman and the禄神 are not present, and the official star is in the tomb, indicating delays in official achievements. Inquiring about wealth, the wealth爻 does not appear, indicating inability to obtain wealth. Inquiring about marriage, the spirits on the heavenly stem and earthly branch are harmonious, indicating a certain success. Inquiring about childbirth, the lower is strong and the upper is weak, with two yangs enclosing one yin, indicating a female child; the fetus clings to the mother's womb, and childbirth will be delayed. Inquiring about illness, daytime divination indicates illness in the heart meridian, but fortunately the White Tiger is in a weak position and is being overcome, so the illness can be cured without medication. Inquiring about travel, the person and the house are harmonious, indicating a slow departure. Inquiring about distant people, the Tiangang is added to the four young branches, indicating that they have not yet departed. Inquiring about warfare, it is advantageous for the main side but not for the opposing side, and both day and night divination are not very favorable. Inquiring about burial, this is a ruined site, with improper water flow, causing great harm to the family.

畢法云：虎乘遁鬼殃非淺，不行傳者考初時。指南：庚辰十一月丑將申時，代友占往孟津，曰：此課支加干克干，為上門亂首，大凶之課。時此友在懷慶，適孟渡河往孟津，夫馬已哄集署門，因投書痛止之，遂迎其椿萱至懷。不十數日而遭內艱，及春正二十一日，賊陷雒陽矣。

Two passages from the "Bi Fa Fu" state: "White Tiger riding the hidden ghost brings serious calamity," meaning that when the White Tiger is combined with the hidden ghost, the disaster is severe; "If the three transmissions do not move, examine the initiating transmission and the time of divination," meaning that if the three transmissions are stationary, one should refer to the initiating transmission and the time of the divination to make a judgment. The "Liu Ren Zhi Nan" records a case: in the year Gengchen, during the eleventh lunar month, with Chou as the month general and Shen time, a friend was consulted about his travel plans to Mengjin. The divination concluded: the day branch is combined with the day stem and further harms the day stem, indicating a dangerous situation where someone above interferes with the leader, which is a major凶 (evil) lesson. At that time, the friend was in Huaiqing, planning to cross the river to Mengjin, and the carriage drivers and laborers had already gathered at the gate of the official's residence. He then wrote a letter strongly advising against the journey, and he brought his parents to Huaiqing. Less than ten days later, he suffered the loss of his mother. On the twenty-first day of the first lunar month of the following year, the bandits attacked and captured Luoyang.

課體：重審，寡宿，曲直。課義：夜將皆土，傳末救護，常人慾之，君子深惡。

The lesson pattern has three types: Chong Shen, Guasu, and "Qu Zhi". The three transmissions form the wood triad of Hai, Mao, and Wei. The lesson meaning says: when divining at night, the heavenly generals accompanying the four lessons are all earth deities, who attack the壬 water together. The only one to rescue is the final transmission's Mao wood. This situation is something ordinary people would desire, but scholars and officials deeply detest it.

解曰：夜將皆土，剋制壬水，賴末傳之卯木來救，且會成木局，以壓眾鬼。常人值此，得免官訟。君子則又忌見子孫，慮克官星，所以深畏而忌之也。

When divining at night, the heavenly generals involved all belonged to the earth element, collectively restraining the壬 water. Fortunately, the final transmission contained卯 wood, which came to rescue. Moreover, the three transmissions formed a wooden trinity, thus suppressing the group of earth elements. Ordinary people encountering such a divination can avoid troubles related to lawsuits and imprisonment. However, for those who are scholars or officials, the appearance of the Children Line (offspring trigram) is most undesirable, as it restrains the official star, causing damage to their official career. Therefore, they deeply fear and avoid it.

斷曰：曲直之局，似乎脫氣。然夜占能制土鬼，不可一例言之，但不免貴人相賺耳。喜辰上申金，能敵眾木。但交車六害，支干各自乘脫。而三傳又盜日傷支，大約好事難成，憂事則易解散耳。占訟先曲而後直。

The interpretation says: For a water day stem, the wood element in the pattern appears to be dispersing energy, but during night divination it can control the earth ghost. It cannot be universally judged, but one is inevitably deceived by the nobleman. Fortunately, the day branch has the metal element of Shen, which can resist the wood energy. However, the interaction between the heavenly stem and earthly branch causes mutual harm, and both sides are supported by the spirit of depletion. The three transmissions further steal energy from the day stem and damage the day branch. Overall, good things are difficult to achieve, while troubles are easily dispelled. If it concerns legal matters, it indicates initial defeat followed by eventual success.

天時：天罡指陽，木局生火，朱雀發用，晴而不雨。家宅：長生乘六合，青龍臨宅，主尊長有喜合之事。仕宦：子孫全見，占官不吉。求財：財爻不見，不得。婚姻：夜占甚吉，晝占平平。胎產：胎坐長生，占產不利。疾病：心經與膀胱受病，晝占則兩虎相夾，病勢甚篤。出行：夜占吉。行人：尚未起程。兵戰：未見甚利。

Questioning about the weather, the Tiangang points to the yang position, the wood element generates fire, and the Vermilion Bird initiates the transmission, indicating clear skies with no rain. Questioning about the household, the growth deity rides the Liu He, and the Azure Dragon is also at the dwelling position, indicating that the family elders will have joyful gatherings. Questioning about official career, all the descendants' yao appear, and they overcome the official star, indicating an unfavorable outcome for officialdom. Questioning about wealth, the wealth yao does not appear, indicating inability to obtain wealth. Questioning about marriage, a favorable outcome is indicated if the divination is done at night, but average if done during the day. Questioning about childbirth, the fetal deity sits upon the growth position, indicating an unfavorable outcome for childbirth. Questioning about illness, the heart and bladder meridians are affected, and during the day, two White Tigers are positioned before and after, indicating a severe illness. Questioning about travel, a favorable outcome is indicated if the divination is done at night. Questioning about distant people, they have not yet started their journey. Questioning about military affairs, there is no clear indication of great advantage.

畢法云：水日逢丁財動之，人宅受脫俱招盜。精蘊：十月寅將戌時占逃亡，曰：小吉加卯為用，主門戶動搖。將乘朱勾，主為文字詞訟交加。中見登明，將得天空，必因欺詐而起。甲申旬以午未為孤虛，占逃亡終不可獲。末見太沖，將乘太陰臨日。辰上見傳送，將得六合為天門。壬日冬占，太陰臨生門，逃必遠去也。

Two passages from the "Bi Fa Fu" state: "When water meets Ding, wealth moves," meaning that when water is present and Ding appears, wealth is activated; "Both person and dwelling suffer loss, both attract thieves," meaning that both the person and the dwelling are drained of energy, leading to theft from both sides. The "Liu Ren Jing Yun" records a case: in the tenth lunar month, with the month general as寅 and the time as戌, a divination was made about a missing person. The judgment stated: Xiao Ji (Wei) is placed on卯, initiating the transmission, indicating instability in the household. The heavenly general is riding the Vermilion Bird and Gou Chen, indicating disputes involving legal matters. The middle transmission shows Deng Ming (Hai), and the heavenly general is Tian Kong, suggesting the matter is due to fraud. At this time, it is the Jiashen cycle, with午 and未 as isolated and empty positions, indicating that the missing person will not be found. The final transmission shows Taichong (Mao), with the heavenly general riding Tai Yin and approaching the day. The day branch is on辰, with the transmission at申, and the heavenly general is accompanied by Liu He, forming the heavenly gate. Since the day is壬 and the divination is made in winter, Tai Yin is on the birth gate, indicating that the missing person has definitely gone far away.

課體：遙克，蒿矢，稼穡。課義：互相吞併，夜戌虎盛，身幸乘寅，眾鬼欽敬。

The lesson pattern has three types: 'Remote Control', where there is no thief or control in the four lessons, and the use is determined by distant mutual control; 'Hao Shi'; and 'Jia Se', where the three transmissions form a earth element group consisting of Chen, Xu, Chou, and Wei. The lesson meaning says: the heavenly stem and earthly branch on both sides mutually devour each other, and at night, the White Tiger on Wu is especiallyvicious. Fortunately, the day stem is riding on寅 wood, which can oppose the earth, so all the earth spirits are respectful and fearful of it.

解曰：干上寅木，克支之辰。支上未土，克干之壬水，是互相吞併也。夜占戌虎最惡，辛賴日上寅木，可以敵土，所以眾鬼皆敬而畏之也。

The wood of寅 on the day stem overcomes the earth of辰 in the day branch, while the earth of未 in the day branch also overcomes the water of壬 on the day stem. They are mutually attacking each other. At night, the White Tiger on戌 is particularlyvicious, but fortunately there is wood of寅 on the day stem to resist the earth, so these earth spirits are both respectful and fearful, and dare not act recklessly.

斷曰：蒿矢之卦，三傳皆土。戌夜乘虎傷日，誠為至凶。所喜坐於空鄉，雖有謀害，不能為禍，夜貴稍重。若用晝占，則貴塞鬼戶，魍魎全無矣。惟利坐待，不利動謀。

The interpretation says: This divination shows the arrow of wormwood, with all three transmissions being earth. The earth dog (戌土) in a night divination is accompanied by the White Tiger, which harms the day stem, indicating a very dangerous situation. Fortunately, it is seated in the Kongwang position, so although there is a plan to cause harm, it cannot result in actual misfortune. The nobleman's influence is still strong at night. If this divination were done in the daytime, the nobleman would block the gate of ghosts, and all the spirits and demons would disappear. This divination is favorable for waiting quietly, but not for taking initiative.

天時：龍雖昇天而空陷，三傳皆土，不雨。家宅：元后脫干防失脫，朱勾乘支，不免口舌。仕宦：晝乘青龍，夜乘白虎，惟利職官。求財：不見財爻，不得。婚姻：交互相剋，未見其美。胎產：二陽包陰，妊乃成女。疾病：當是頂門刺痛，或腎水涸竭，或脾胃受病，不久可愈。出行：陸路防失脫，水路防口舌。行人：天罡加季，行者至門。兵戰：好事難成，凶事易散，宜謹慎。墳葬：穴情雖好，人手不清，且防有口舌爭競。

Inquiring about the weather, the Azure Dragon has risen but is in an empty and weak position, and the three transmissions are all earth, so it will not rain. Inquiring about the household, the Black Tortoise and Heavenly Empress are draining the energy of the day stem, so theft should be guarded against; the Vermilion Bird and Gou Chen are on the day branch, so there will be disputes. Inquiring about official position, during the day the Azure Dragon is present and at night the White Tiger is present, which benefits only those who already have a position. Inquiring about wealth, the wealth element is not present, so wealth cannot be obtained. Inquiring about marriage, both sides are mutually controlling, so there is no apparent benefit. Inquiring about pregnancy, two yang elements surround one yin, so the child is female. Inquiring about illness, it is likely to be a headache on the head, or kidney water depletion, or illness of the spleen and stomach, which can be cured soon. Inquiring about travel, on land there is a risk of losing things, and on water there is a risk of disputes. Inquiring about distant people, the Tiangang is on the branches of the four seasons, so the person has already arrived at the gate. Inquiring about military affairs, good things are difficult to achieve and bad things are easy to disperse, so caution is needed. Inquiring about burial, the site is good, but the people involved are not trustworthy, and there is also a risk of disputes.

畢法云：眾鬼雖彰全不畏，夫歸蕪淫各有私，鬼臨三四訟災隨。課經云：干上寅木為日干之脫氣，晝乘元武，為脫盜格。但既為救神，又當別論。秘要云：亥為干德屬水，辰為支刑屬土，三傳助刑伐德。若追亡捕逃，利小人而不利君子。照膽秘訣云：日刑殺到憂妻妾。心印賦云：蒿矢遙神剋日干，救神制鬼卻為歡。

Three lines from the "Bi Fa Fu" say: "Although many ghosts are evident, they are not to be feared at all," meaning that even though many ghosts are apparent, if there is a saving deity present, there is no need to fear; "A husband and wife each have their own private desires," meaning that husband and wife each have their own private feelings and improper actions; "When ghosts are in the third and fourth lessons, litigation and calamity follow," meaning that if ghosts are in the third and fourth lessons, litigation and disaster will follow. The "Ke Jing" says: The寅 wood on the day stem is the escaping qi of the壬 water, and if it is daytime divination and the Black Tortoise is present, it forms the pattern of theft and escape; however, since it is also a saving deity, it should be considered differently. The "Mi Yao" says:亥 is the virtue deity of壬, belonging to water, and辰 is the刑 of the day branch, belonging to earth; the three transmissions help the刑 deity to attack the virtue deity; if used for capturing fugitives, it is favorable to small people but not to gentlemen. The "Zhao Chan Mi Jie" says: When the day's刑 and凶杀 are in place, one should worry about wife and concubine. The "Xin Yan Fu" says: The lesson of蒿矢 uses the remote deity to attack the day stem; as long as the saving deity controls the ghost, it will turn into joy instead of sorrow.

課體：重審、六儀、涉三淵。課義：發用長生、丑午來憎、勿依末旺、晝戌虎獰。

The lesson pattern has three types: Re-examination; 'Six Instruments', where the hidden god occupies the first day of the ten-day cycle, indicating a transformation from misfortune to good fortune; 'Involving Three Depths', where the three transmissions proceed through the signs of Shen, Xu, and Zi, descending deeper each time, like crossing three deep abysses. The lesson meaning states: the initiating transmission's Shen metal is the long life of the Ren water, which is generally favorable, but the day stem's Chou and the day branch's Wu are mutually harmful, causing resentment; the final transmission's Zi water, although strong, is not reliable; and during the day, the White Tiger at the middle transmission's Xu is especially fierce and terrifying.

解曰：申金發用，乃壬水之長生，不無所益。但干上丑土，支上午火六害相遇，則丑午所以取憎也。末傳之旺子，晝占乘虎，又係羊刃，烏可相依。況中傳之戌土，夜更乘虎，而狺狺孟噬乎。

The initiating transmission's metal of Sheng is the growth place of Ren water, so it cannot be said to have no benefit. However, the day stem's Chou earth and the day branch's Wu fire are directly conflicting with the six harms, so Chou and Wu are thus forming enmity and causing dislike. The final transmission's Zi water, although in a strong position, is riding the White Tiger during the day, and itself is the Yangren of Ren day, so it is not reliable. Moreover, the middle transmission's Xu earth, when it comes to night, also rides the White Tiger, baring its teeth to bite people.

斷曰：重審之卦，利於後動。但六害相加，支破傷干，空財臨干支上而發用。長生又坐空克之鄉，既被支上午克，又被干上丑墓，全然無氣，豈可恃賴耶。惟六儀發傳，或能化凶為吉耳。晝占太常克干，亦防孝服。

The divination suggests that in a case of re-examination, it is advisable to act after the opponent. However, six harmful influences are present, and the breaking god of the day branch is injuring the day stem. The fallen wealth element is located above the stem and branch and initiates the transmission. The god of growth is seated in a place that is both empty and harmful, being attacked from above by the午 fire of the day branch and buried from below by the丑 earth of the day stem, completely lacking life energy, so how can it be reliable? Only the six instruments' gods initiating the transmission might possibly turn misfortune into good fortune. Since the divination is done in the daytime and the Tai Chang is coming to attack the day stem, one should also be cautious of matters involving mourning.

天時：水母空陷，天罡臨寅，旬內不雨。家宅：支干相害，宅上與末傳虎刃相沖，恐多驚恐。仕宦：青龍與官星相併，又儀神發用，占官最吉。求財：夜占可得。婚姻：支干之上神相害，占婚不吉。胎產：下強上弱，子孫屬陰，孕乃成女。疾病：心經受傷，或腎水虛涸之症，然發用長生，終當痊好。出行：水陸二路，俱各中平。行人：天罡加孟，尚未起行。兵戰：先吉後驚，後宜謹備。

Inquiring about the weather, the water mother is in the亥 position which is empty and陷, with the Tiangang located on寅, so there will be no rain in this旬. Inquiring about the household, the heavenly stem and earthly branch are mutually harmful, and the house is also conflicting with the White Tiger and Yangren of the final transmission, so there will be much fear and disturbance. Inquiring about career prospects, the Azure Dragon and official star are together, and there is also the instrument god initiating the transmission, which is most auspicious for officialdom. Inquiring about wealth, one can obtain it if the divination is done at night. Inquiring about marriage, the heavenly stem and earthly branch are mutually harmful, so the divination for marriage is not auspicious. Inquiring about childbirth, the lower is strong and the upper is weak, the son or daughter爻 is yin, indicating a female child is carried. Inquiring about illness, the heart channel is injured, or there is a condition of kidney water depletion, but the initiating transmission is Longsheng, so it will eventually recover. Inquiring about travel, both land and water routes are only average. Inquiring about distant people, the Tiangang is added to the four young branches, so they have not yet started. Inquiring about military affairs, it starts auspicious but then there is alarm, so one must be cautious in the latter part.

畢法云：虎乘遁鬼殃非淺。六壬統論云：辰為天罡，寅為鬼戶，辰加寅為罡塞鬼戶，使眾鬼不能窺覷。宜於避難，或陰私之事。指掌賦云：申戌子為涉三淵，當隱於山林。又云：傳見六儀，病將瘥而獄自出。神將論云：申乘六合為醫人，臨空亡為和尚。

The *Bi Fa Fu* says, "White Tiger riding on the fleeing ghost brings serious calamity," meaning that when the White Tiger is combined with the fleeing ghost, the disaster is severe. The *Liu Ren Tong Lun* states: the辰 (Chen) is the Tiangang (Heavenly Pole), and the寅 (Yin) is the ghost gate. When Chen is placed above Yin, it is called Tiangang blocking the ghost gate, preventing all ghosts from entering; this is favorable for avoiding danger and for handling secret matters. The *Zhi Zhang Fu* says: when the three transmissions include Shen (申), Xu (戌), and Zi (子), it is called entering three depths, and one should retreat to mountains and forests. It also says: when the three transmissions include the six instruments, the sick person will recover, and those in prison will be released. The *Shen Jiang Lun* states: when Shen (申) is combined with Liu He (Six Harmonies), it indicates a doctor; if it is combined with Kongwang (Empty Wasteland), it indicates a monk.

課體：元首，進茹。課義：晝旺乘虎，那堪遁戊，休賴木旺，渠自受苦。

There are two types of lesson patterns: Yuan Shou and 'Jin Ru', also known as Lian Ru, where the three transmissions are like pulling out weeds by their roots, each following one after another. The lesson meaning says: during the day, the strong water is riding on the White Tiger, and moreover, it has hidden out of Wu Earth to come and attack me; do not expect the wood energy of Yin and Mao to control the earth, for the wood itself is suffering and cannot help others.

解曰：子乃旺水，臨干而與日比和，可云相得，奈遁出戊土，又乘晝虎，反來克干。若恃寅卯之旺，以制戊土，不知卯受辰害，且乘太陰之金，復遁庚辛二金剋制，是渠方受苦不暇，何暇救人乎。經所謂見救不救，災須自受也。

Zi is a strong water element, and when it is placed on the day stem, it is of the same type as Ren water, thus naturally harmonious. However, Zi also contains Wu earth hidden within it, and during the day, it is further afflicted by the White Tiger, which turns to harm the day stem. If one hopes that the wood energy of Yin and Mao can overcome the Wu earth, one does not realize that Mao wood is actually harmed by Chen, and on top of that, Tai Yin, which belongs to metal, is present above it, along with hidden Geng and Xin metal, which further attack it. The wood itself is struggling to survive, how can it help others? The classic texts say that when one is in trouble, others cannot save them, and the disaster must be endured by oneself, which is exactly this situation.

斷曰：連茹之卦，丑發用為明鬼，子臨干為暗鬼，二鬼相併，難免口舌矣。且干上之子，支上之巳，夾定三傳，止虛一位，是經營必有未周也。又網刃在前，凡謀不宜妄動。

The interpretation states: This is a case of connected ghosts. The Chou earth is the initiating transmission, representing an obvious ghost. The Wu wood concealed within Zi is positioned over the day stem, representing a hidden ghost. With both ghosts present, disputes and gossip are inevitable. Moreover, the Zi on the day stem and the Si on the day branch enclose the three transmissions, leaving only one position empty, indicating that in planning and managing affairs, there are always aspects that are overlooked. Additionally, the Tian Luo and Yangren are positioned in front, suggesting that one should not act hastily in matters.

天時：日上有網，又與用傳相合，密雲不雨之象。家宅：貴人臨宅生宅，當得貴人之益。仕宦：網羅高張，防丁艱。求財：宜得貴人文書之財。婚姻：支干交克上神，占婚不吉。胎產：二陰包陽，妊乃成男。疾病：心經受病，或膀胱有疾，課名閉口，病恐不食，難治。出行：晝占陸路不吉，水路可行；夜占水陸皆可。行人：天罡加仲，尚在中途。兵戰：先憂後喜。

Questioning about the weather, the day stem has a heavenly net, and it also agrees with the initiating transmission and the three transmissions, indicating a dense cloud without rain. Questioning about the household, the nobleman is over the house and generates the house, indicating the benefit of the nobleman. Questioning about the career, the net is high and spread out, needing to beware of the death of parents. Seeking wealth, it is suitable to gain wealth through the nobleman or through documents. Questioning about marriage, the heavenly stem and earthly branch mutually control the upper deity, indicating an unfavorable marriage. Questioning about pregnancy, two yin are between one yang, indicating a male child. Questioning about illness, the heart channel is affected, or there is a disease in the bladder; the lesson name is closed mouth, the patient is afraid of not being able to eat, and it is difficult to treat. Questioning about travel, during the day, the land route is unfavorable, but the water route is possible; at night, both land and water routes are possible. Questioning about distant people, the heavenly罡 is added to the four central branches, and they are still on the way. Questioning about military affairs, first worry then rejoice.

畢法云：所謀多拙逢羅網，夫婦蕪淫各有私，虎乘遁鬼殃非淺。指掌賦云：丑寅卯為將泰，有聲名而未蒙實惠。心印賦云：子丑相加事必成，更逢吉將轉歡欣。神將論云：丑加子，謂之牛女相會，占婚卻宜。纂要云：巳財作閉口臨支，與閉口祿同，不利占病。

Three lines from the "Bi Fa Fu" say: "Plans are clumsy and meet a net," meaning encountering heaven's net and earth's net, plans are mostly clumsy; "Husband and wife indulge in lust, each with their own private desires," meaning husband and wife each have their own private feelings; "White Tiger rides the hidden ghost, the calamity is not light," meaning White Tiger riding the hidden ghost brings serious misfortune. The "Zhi Zhang Fu" says: if the three transmissions meet Chou, Yin, and Mao, it is called "General Tai," which brings fame but not actual benefits. The "Xin Yan Fu" says: if Zi and Chou add up, the matter will surely succeed, and if it meets a good general, it will turn into joy. The "Shen Jiang Lun" says: if Chou is placed on Zi, it is called "Niu Nu Xiang Hui," which is suitable for marriage divination. The "Zuan Yao" says: if the wealth in Si is closed mouth and approaches the day branch, it is the same as closed mouth wealth, which is unfavorable for divination on illness.

課體：伏吟，勵德，稼穡。課義：五鬼相攻，閉口免凶，晝夜戌虎，病訟重逢。

The lesson pattern has three types: hidden chant, cultivating virtue, and farming. The lesson meaning says: within the four lessons and three transmissions, there are five layers of earth spirits arranged, all attacking the癸 water together; fortunately, the lesson belongs to closed mouth, so by keeping the mouth closed and speaking little, one can avoid danger; however, the Hekui in the戌 position is occupied by the White Tiger day and night, so when it comes to illness or lawsuits, they will occur one after another.

解曰：土為日鬼，課與傳共布五土，並攻癸水，何可當也。巳為閉口，緘默不言，庶可以免凶脫禍。河魁作鬼，晝夜乘虎，病訟不免重疊而見也。

Earthly Branches can overcome Water, so Earth is the ghost of the癸 day. When the Four Lessons and the Three Transmissions are combined, five layers of Earth appear, all attacking the癸 Water together, which cannot withstand such an attack. Fortunately,巳 is at the end of the ten-day cycle and connects with the beginning, forming a closed mouth image. As long as one remains silent, it is possible to avoid danger and escape from misfortune. Since the Hekui戌 is acting as the ghost, and it is occupied by the White Tiger both day and night, if the divination is about illness or legal matters, one will inevitably face one problem after another.

斷曰：自信之卦，伏匿不動，惟三九月戌為天馬，方有動象。或逢亥上年命，亦可言動。仕宦逢之，催官符至，上任極速，常人則不利也。所喜末傳空亡，無足深患，又課名稼穡，凡事有艱難之象。

The interpretation says: This is a lesson of self-confidence, with everything hidden and inactive; only in March or September, when戌 becomes the Heavenly Horse, will there be signs of activity; or if the diviner's age corresponds to亥, it can also be interpreted as something about to move. Officials who divinate this will have the Guanfu (official symbol) accelerated, and will be appointed very quickly; but for ordinary people, it is not favorable. Fortunately, the final transmission falls on Kongwang (void), so there is no need for deep worry. This lesson is also called Jia Se (cultivation and harvest), like farming and reaping which require time, indicating that all things have the appearance of difficulty and delay.

天時：三傳純土，無雨。家宅：貴德臨宅，財氣重重，富而且貴之象。仕宦：官星臨身，中傳催官符至，得之甚速。求財：財已充庭，不求自至。婚姻：占男中平，占女差吉。胎產：男喜易產。疾病：腎水涸竭之症，或齒痛嘔血，出旬不治。出行：陸路不佳，水路可行。行人：近者立歸，遠者難定。遺失：不出本家。逃亡：在西方尋。兵戰：晝夜將凶，未見其利。

Questioning about the weather, the three transmissions are all earth, and there will be no rain. Questioning about the house, the nobleman and the virtuous spirit are present at the house, with wealth coming in layer after layer, indicating a prosperous and noble situation. Questioning about the career, the official star is present on the person, and the middle transmission is also the arrival of the official symbol, leading to a very quick appointment. Seeking wealth, the wealth is already piled up in the courtyard, and it comes without seeking. Questioning about marriage, the male side is average, while the female side is slightly favorable. Questioning about pregnancy and childbirth, it is a joyful sign of a male child, with an easy delivery. Questioning about illness, it is a symptom of dry kidney water, or toothache and bloody spitting, which cannot be cured after this旬. Questioning about travel, land travel is not good, but water travel is possible. Questioning about distant people, those nearby will return immediately, while those far away are uncertain. Questioning about lost items, the item does not leave the family. Questioning about escape, look for it in the west. Questioning about warfare, both day and night the heavenly generals are unfavorable, and there is no advantage to be seen.

畢法云：虎臨干鬼凶速速，閉口卦體兩般推。課經云：辰戌丑未為三傳，自相沖刑，可以凶制凶，是謂賊捉賊。又內有四金字，可以制化凶鬼，翻不為害。玉成歌云：三刑為鬼入家破。又云：伏吟舉動心無遂。指掌賦云：三傳純官鬼，而兄弟成災。

Two passages from the "Bi Fa Fu" state: "White Tiger near the day stem ghost brings sudden misfortune," meaning when the White Tiger is adjacent to the ghost of the day stem, misfortune comes quickly; "Closed mouth divination requires both good and bad interpretation," meaning when the divination is of the closed mouth type, both good and bad outcomes should be considered. The "Ke Jing" says: the three transmissions are in the years of Chen, Xu, Chou, and Wei, which conflict with each other, so using a凶 to control another凶 is called "thief catching thief"; moreover, these contain four metal deities that can control and transform the凶 ghosts, thus not causing harm. The "Yu Cheng Ge" says: when the three punishments are the ghosts entering the house, the family will suffer; it also says that when the divination is of the hidden chant type, all actions will not go smoothly. The "Zhi Zhang Fu" says: when the three transmissions are all official ghosts, it leads to disaster due to the brothers' robbery.

課體：元首，退茹，解離。課義：遞相剋賊，祿被元食，難進難退，課名迫逼。

The lesson pattern has three types: the first is the head; 'retreating and swallowing', where each of the three transmissions moves backward one by one; 'severing and separating', where the heavenly stems and earthly branches mutually control and attack each other, indicating dispersion and discord. The lesson meaning says: the heavenly stems and earthly branches above and below mutually control and steal from each other, and the day's fortune is also invaded by the Black Tortoise. Moving forward is impossible, and retreating is also not possible, so this lesson is named as being forced and constrained.

解曰：干上子水，克支神之巳火。支上辰土，剋日干之癸水，是遞相剋賊也。子水為日干之祿，夜占被武侵蝕，則祿不可守矣。進而投於三傳，初中均是脫氣。又進而至於末傳，更遭鬼克，乃退而復守虛枵之祿，終無所益，難以聊生。前既不可進，後又不可退，課名迫逼，不亦宜乎。

The water of the day stem's Zi branch is going to overcome the fire of the day branch's Si branch. Meanwhile, the earth of the day branch's Chen branch is coming to overcome the water of the day stem's Gui water. There is mutual overcoming and mutual harm between the two sides. The water of Zi is originally the禄神 of the day stem's Gui water, but during the night divination, it is invaded by Yuanwu, so this禄 cannot be held on to. Trying to move forward, the first transmission and middle transmission both drain my strength. Moving further to the final transmission, I meet a ghost that overcomes me. I can only retreat and guard that empty禄, which ultimately brings no benefit and makes life difficult. Unable to move forward and with no way to retreat, this divination is appropriately named "Pressing and Forcing."

斷曰：退茹之卦，宜退不宜進。況旺祿臨身，尤宜守舊。又交互克伐，課名解離，夫婦恐有乖睽，人情亦防叵測。

The interpretation says: This lesson advises retreat rather than advancement. Moreover, since the prosperous禄神 is present at the self, one should maintain the existing situation and not start anew. Also, due to the mutual conflicts between the heavenly stems and earthly branches, the lesson is named "Separation." There may be disputes and estrangement between husband and wife, and one should also be cautious and wary of unpredictable human intentions.

天時：天罡指陰，自然有雨。家宅：人少宅寬，宦家安吉。仕宦：旺祿臨身，與末傳之官星相合，功名可望。求財：只宜謹守己財，不宜他求妄想。婚姻：占男則吉，占女不佳。胎產：男喜，母有驚恐。疾病：防遺漏風癱之症，貴醫可治。出行：陸路甚佳，水路不吉。行人：天罡加孟，尚未啟行。兵戰：晝占則凶，夜占則吉。墳葬：防損人口。

When asking about the weather, the Tiangang points to the Yin position, indicating that it will rain naturally. When asking about the household, there are few people but the courtyard is spacious, suitable for a government official's residence, which is auspicious. When asking about career prospects, the dominant禄神 (lucky god of official rank) is present, and it also harmonizes with the official star of the Final Transmission, indicating potential for official success. When seeking wealth, it is advisable to carefully guard one's existing wealth and not seek it from outside. When asking about marriage, it is favorable for the male partner but not for the female. When asking about childbirth, it is a joy for a male child, but the mother may experience fear and anxiety. When asking about illness, one should be cautious of symptoms such as bedwetting, incontinence, stroke, and paralysis; only a doctor recommended by a nobleman can effectively treat these conditions. When asking about travel, land travel is favorable, but water travel is inauspicious. When asking about distant people, the Tiangang is added to the four young branches, indicating that the person has not yet departed. When asking about military matters, a daytime divination indicates misfortune, while a nighttime divination indicates good fortune. When asking about burial, one should be cautious of potential harm to family members.

畢法云：夫婦蕪淫各有私，旺祿臨身徒妄作。課經云：辰加巳，晝夜皆乘螣蛇，地盤之巳亦蛇，名兩蛇夾墓。占病必有積塊在腹，恐致不救。或行年本命是辰，死期尤速。若年命居亥加戌，用虎沖蛇，庶得少延耳。

Two lines from the "Bi Fa Fu" say: "Spouses indulge in private affairs," meaning each spouse harbors private feelings; "Prosperous officialhood is on the person, yet still reckless actions are taken," meaning that although prosperous officialhood is already on the person, they still act recklessly in seeking elsewhere, thus wasting effort. The "Ke Jing" says: When the hour is placed on the fourth position, both day and night are occupied by Teng Snake, and the fourth position itself is also of the snake, which is called two snakes enclosing the tomb. If this is used for divination on illness, it indicates a mass formed in the abdomen, and the person is likely to die; if the person's age and birth year is exactly the third position, death will come sooner. If the birth year is in the second position and placed on the eighth position, the useful god, White Tiger, attacks the Teng Snake, perhaps it can delay death for some time.

課體：重審，間傳，極陰。課義：初鬼末敗，丁馬獨在，千里之行，獲財十倍。

The lesson pattern has three types: Re-examination; Intermediate Transmission; and 'Extreme Yin'. The three transmissions proceed from Chou, Hai, and You, moving into the Yin positions, indicating a state of being secluded and uncomfortable. The lesson meaning states: the first transmission is a ghost, and the final transmission is a defeated energy, both of which are ineffective. Only the middle transmission has both the hidden Ding and the post-horse; having Ding indicates movement of wealth, and having the post-horse indicates a long journey, which can bring ten times the profit.

解曰：初傳之丑土，乃是日鬼。末傳之酉金，又是水之敗氣，俱無所用矣。唯存中傳之亥水，上乘旬丁，且繫日馬。丁見則財動，馬見則遠行。雖去而之千里，有不獲財十倍乎。

The first transmission's Chou earth is the ghost of Gui water, and the final transmission's You metal is the bath and decline of water, so both ends are of no use. Only the middle transmission's Hai water is usable, which is riding on the hidden Ding of this ten-day cycle and itself is the post-horse for Gui day. Seeing Ding indicates movement of wealth, and seeing the post-horse suggests a long journey; thus, even if traveling a thousand miles, there is no worry of not gaining tenfold profit.

斷曰：極陰之課，間隔而退，有抑塞不舒之象。初傳鬼坐克地，末傳酉坐脫鄉，惟取亥上暗財而已。然家居亦不利也。宅有卯貴脫干，防有貴人脫賺，或施舍神佛功德。

The interpretation says: This is a very yin divination, with the three transmissions separated and retreating, showing a situation of suppression and blockage, where things cannot be fully expressed. The ghost in the first transmission is seated in a position that is being overcome, and the final transmission's You is seated in a place where its energy is being drained. The only thing that can be obtained is the hidden wealth on Hai. However, staying at home is also unfavorable: there is a nobleman with卯 wood present in the house, which drains the energy of the day stem. One should beware of being deceived by the nobleman, or of spending money on offerings to gods and buddhas.

天時：畢宿臨於末傳，亥水加於日上，濃陰密雨之象。家宅：夜占貴人生宅，主有薦拔之事。求財：水日逢丁，外財大獲。仕宦：晝夜貴加，必主逢貴，然繫脫氣，不無所失。婚姻：干上克支，支上脫干，未見甚美。胎產：極陰之課，妊是女胎，產亦不吉。疾病：胸脅多風，或腎水不足，然鬼坐克鄉，不久自愈。出行：從陸路而去，必獲財歸。行人：天罡加仲，尚在中途。兵戰：課名極陰，未見其利。

When asking about the weather, the Net mansion is in the final transmission, and亥 water is placed on top of the day stem, indicating a situation of thick clouds and heavy rain. When asking about the household, if the nobleman appears to support the house position at night, it indicates that someone will recommend and promote the household. When seeking wealth, on a water day encountering丁, one will gain a lot of external wealth. When asking about the career path, both day and night have the nobleman added, indicating that one will certainly meet a nobleman, but since the nobleman is accompanied by a weakening energy, there will be some loss. When asking about marriage, the day stem overcomes the day branch, and the day branch drains the day stem, indicating that the relationship is not very harmonious. When asking about pregnancy and childbirth, this is an extremely yin course, indicating a female fetus, and the childbirth is not auspicious. When asking about illness, it indicates wind in the chest and ribs, or insufficient kidney water, but the ghost is sitting on the position that is overcome, so the illness will recover soon. When asking about travel, going by land will certainly return with money. When asking about distant people, the Tiangang is added to the four central branches, and they are still on the way. When asking about military affairs, the course name is extremely yin, and there is no indication of benefit.

畢法云：水日逢丁財動之，閉口卦體兩般推（夜占），晝夜貴加求兩貴。精蘊云：卯為夜貴，加臨巳上，兩貴相加於極陰之課。惟宜兩處暗求，卻得貴人周濟。課經云：倘立秋前一日是壬，為火絕之日，壬寄在亥，癸日占得丑上見亥，為天禍課。

According to the "Bifa Fu" there are three rules: "When water day meets Ding, wealth moves," meaning that on a water day encountering Ding brings movement of wealth; "Closed mouth divination requires both interpretations," meaning that when divining at night, the outcome should be considered from both favorable and unfavorable perspectives; "Day and night nobleman should be sought at two noblemans," meaning that when both day and night nobleman are present, one can seek help from both places. The "Liu Ren Jing Yun" states that卯 is the nobleman of the night, and when it is placed on巳, two noblemen overlap in a very yin situation, and it is suitable to seek help secretly from both places, thereby receiving assistance from the nobleman. The "Ke Jing" says that if the day before the beginning of autumn is a Ren day, it is a day of fire's extinction, and Ren is located in亥; if a Gui day is divined and亥 appears on丑, it is a heavenly misfortune lesson.

課體：元首，稼穡，閉口。課義：干及三傳，凶禍難言，宅中寅木，可敵仇冤。

The lesson pattern has three types: Yuan Shou, Jia Se, and Bi Kou. The lesson meaning states: both the day stem and the three transmissions are filled with malevolent spirits and evil ghosts, leading to numerous misfortunes that are endless. Fortunately, there is a寅wood tree at the day branch's dwelling position, which can resist these enemies and grievances.

解曰：晝占白虎乘戌，臨干克干，已見凶徵。三傳又皆凶鬼，其病訟之患，自當不一而足。幸賴支上之寅木，可以敵鬼，不為凶咎，當有同居之人，力為解救也。

In the daytime divination, the White Tiger is riding on the earth branch Xu (戌), and it is sitting on the day stem, thus attacking the day stem, indicating an ominous sign. The three transmissions are all凶鬼 (malevolent spirits), leading to continuous troubles of illness and legal disputes. Fortunately, there is a wood branch Yin (寅) on the day branch, which can resist these malevolent spirits, so disaster does not occur. According to the divination image, a family member living together will provide assistance to relieve the situation.

斷曰：元首之課，雖曰順征，但干支交互相脫，有彼此懷詐之象。所喜中末傳空，先凶後吉。夜占申乘白虎，沖支上寅木之蛇，宅中當有怪異不寧，然亦虛驚而已。

The interpretation says: The textbook of the ruler is a favorable omen, but the interaction between the heavenly stems and earthly branches causes mutual depletion of energy, and both parties are hiding deceitful intentions. Fortunately, both the middle transmission and the final transmission fall into kongwang, so there will be initial misfortune followed by good fortune. When divining at night, the metal of the hour (shen) is riding the white tiger, going to clash with the day branch's wood (yin) that is riding the teng snake. There will be strange and restless events at home, but it will only be a false alarm.

天時：箕宿臨支，風而不雨。家宅：家有子弟，力能禦侮，宅賴以安。仕宦：催官符發用，得官甚速。求財：夜占財可得。婚姻：支干相剋，兩各平平。胎產：男喜，產易。疾病：白虎臨戌，病乃干表，或眼目疼痛之症，末空白愈。出行：水陸二路，俱未見利。行人：天罡加季，可以立至。兵戰：眾鬼全消，出兵大利。

When asking about the weather, the mansion of Winnowing Basket is present in the day branch, indicating wind but no rain. When asking about the family, there are sons and daughters in the family who can defend against external troubles, and the house is secure because of them. When asking about official career, the official symbol is initiated, indicating a quick appointment. When seeking wealth, getting fortune by night is possible. When asking about marriage, the day stem and day branch are in mutual control, indicating both sides are average. When asking about childbirth, it is a joyful sign of a male child, and the delivery is easy. When asking about illness, the White Tiger is present on the戌 position, indicating illness on the skin or eye pain; if the final transmission falls into an empty position, the illness will heal by itself. When asking about travel, neither land nor water routes show favorable signs. When asking about distant people, the Tiangang is added to the four seasons' branches, indicating they will arrive soon. When asking about military matters, all ghosts are eliminated, indicating a greatly advantageous military action.

畢法云：虎臨干鬼凶速速，不行傳者考初時，眾鬼雖彰全不畏。觀月經曰：此課白虎若帶死神死氣，謂之魄化，又名旱苗無雨。如正月癸巳日亥將寅時，戌加癸發用，白虎乘死氣來克癸水。課傳又見天羅地網，末傳復為日干之正墓，將乘螣蛇。占若得此，必主有死亡之事。

The Three Rules from the "Bi Fa Fu" state: "White Tiger Approaching the Day Stem's Ghost is Extremely Harmful," meaning if the White Tiger is on the Day Stem's ghost, the harm comes very quickly; "If the Three Transmissions Do Not Move, Examine the Initiating Transmission and the Time of Divination," meaning if the three transmissions do not change, look at the initiating transmission and the time of the divination; "Although Many Ghosts Are Manifest, They Are Not Feared," meaning if there is a saving deity, even though many ghosts are present, there is no need to fear. The "Guan Yue Jing" says: if the White Tiger in this divination also carries the Death Deity and Death Qi, it is called "Spirit Transformation," also known as "Dry Seed Without Rain." For example, on the Guisi day in the first lunar month, with the亥 as the Month General and the寅 time for the divination, the戌 is added to the癸 and initiates the transmission, the White Tiger rides the Death Qi to attack the癸 water, and the transmission also shows the Heaven Net and Earth Net, the final transmission is still the original tomb of the Day Stem, and the Heavenly General rides the Teng Snake. If such a divination is made, it certainly indicates an event of death.

課體：元首，從革。課義：人就財鄉，傳課循環，晝將土神，憂變怡顏。

The lesson pattern has two types: the head and the 'From Reform'. The three transmissions form the metal triad of Si, You, and Chou, symbolizing metal that can be forged and reshaped. The lesson meaning states that the person seeking divination is moving towards where wealth is located. The four lessons and three transmissions form a cycle, with each element connected and not escaping the circle. During the day, all the heavenly generals riding the sky are earth deities that harm the day stem, which seems worrying, but ultimately transforms worry into joy and brings a smile to the face.

解曰：日干為人，而癸寄於丑，丑即人也。支神之巳，乃是癸水之財，今以丑干加巳，是人就財鄉也。四課不離於三傳，三傳不出乎四課，謂之循環格。晝將皆土傷干，宜乎可畏。幸三傳之金，竊土生身，是憂變怡顏矣。

The day stem represents the person being divined. The lodgment palace of Gui is in Chou, so Chou represents this person. The day branch's Si is the wealth that Gui water overcomes; now placing Chou on top of Si indicates that the person is moving toward the location of wealth. The four lessons are not separate from the three transmissions, and the three transmissions cannot escape the four lessons; this is called a cyclic pattern. The heavenly generals accompanying the day are all of earth type, which would normally harm and overcome the day stem, which should be alarming; fortunately, the three transmissions are metal, which take the earth energy and transform it to benefit the day stem, turning worry into joy.

斷曰：從革之課，段煉相從。占主變動，有革故鼎新之象。但干乘敗氣，又為破碎，所謂破敗神者是也。或家有不肖子弟，以酒色敗家者。又三合金局，干上見酉為自刑，名金剛格。緣巳刑申，丑刑戌，惟酉不能刑，故自刑其西方也。有氣則革而進，無氣則革而退。

The divination indicates: This is a lesson of transformation, like metal undergoing forging and shaping according to human will, suggesting that the matter at hand involves change, with an image of removing the old and establishing the new. However, the day stem is riding on the bathing and declining energy, and also encounters fragmentation, which is commonly known as the god of ruin. This may indicate that there is an unproductive son in the family who squanders the family's wealth through alcohol and indulgence. Furthermore, the triple harmony forms a metal pattern, and the day stem appears at酉, which is called the diamond pattern. Since巳 is in conflict with申 and丑 is in conflict with戌, only酉 has no conflict, so it must conflict with itself in the west. When the metal energy is strong, it transforms forward; when the metal energy is weak, it transforms backward.

天時：畢宿發用，必雨。家宅：支陰乘破敗之神，宅必難守。仕宦：最吉。求財：家財不得。婚姻：課曰從革，最不相宜。胎產：課傳皆陰，妊乃成女。疾病：病在肺經，或筋骨脾胃膀胱，並腎虛之症。出行：水陸二路，皆不云吉。行人：天罡加孟，尚未起身。兵戰：晝占吉，夜占凶。

When asking about the weather, the Net mansion initiates the transmission, indicating it will certainly rain. When asking about the family home, the hidden spirit of the day branch rides upon the broken god, meaning the house will certainly not be secure. When asking about career prospects, it is most auspicious. When asking about wealth, one's own money will not be obtained. When asking about marriage, the lesson name is from revolution, indicating a need for change, which is most unsuitable. When asking about pregnancy, all four lessons and three transmissions are yin, indicating the child is female. When asking about illness, the illness is in the lung meridian, or there may be problems with the tendons and bones, the spleen and stomach, or the bladder, along with kidney deficiency. When asking about travel, neither land nor water routes are auspicious. When asking about distant people, the Tiangang is added to the four young branches, meaning they have not yet started. When asking about military matters, it is auspicious during the day but inauspicious at night.

畢法云：三傳遞生人舉薦。課經云：此課叢雜不一，夥眾共謀，或兩處託人幹事。凡謀必遂，大都三合成局，是無己之象。一事方去，一事又來。若遇吉將，必有先容引進之人。惟恐不利占解散等事。

The "Bifa Fu" says, "Three Transmissions mutually generate, indicating someone will recommend and support you." When the three transmissions are interrelated and generate each other, it suggests that someone will recommend or support you. The "Ke Jing" states: This divination has complex and varied threads, often indicating a group of people working together on a matter, or people handling affairs in two different places. Whatever plan is made will likely succeed. Generally, when the Triple Harmony is formed, it signifies entrusting oneself to others and a lack of personal control. One matter just ends, and another follows quickly. If a favorable general is present, it means someone will recommend or introduce you beforehand. However, this is unfavorable for matters involving separation or parting.

課體：重審，斫輪。課義：交朋合美，財神已矣，生虎鬼龍，一悲一喜。

The Lesson Pattern has two types: Re-examination and Carving the Wheel. The meaning of the Lesson says: The Heavenly Stems and Earthly Branches intersect and combine, indicating very harmonious relationships between friends; however, the wealth has already been exhausted, so there is nothing to rely on. Now looking at the Heavenly Generals, the one that naturally generates me, the metal of the monkey (申), is riding the White Tiger, which is ominous. The earth of the dog (戌), which is usually considered a day ghost, instead rides the Azure Dragon, which is auspicious. Thus, there is both sorrow and joy.

解曰：支上之子，與干丑相合。干上之申，與支巳相合，上下交合，朋情自然和美。但巳為癸水之財，既被旺祿所克，又被戌虎所墓，則此財止宜棄之而已。如夜將申金，本能生我，而乘白虎；戌土本作日鬼，而乘青龍，悲中有喜，喜中有悲，非一悲一喜而何。

The day branch's Zi water combines with the day stem's Jiu (which is in the lodging palace of Chou), and the day stem's Shen metal combines with the day branch's Si fire, forming a cross combination, indicating harmonious relationships among friends. However, Si fire is the wealth of癸 water, which is both overcome by the strong Zi water (the stem's own luck) and taken away by Xu earth (the storage). This wealth can only be abandoned. Now looking at the night's heavenly generals: Shen metal is naturally able to generate and assist癸 water, but it is riding on the White Tiger; Xu earth is naturally the ghost of癸 day, but it is riding on the Azure Dragon. There is both sorrow and joy, and joy mixed with sorrow, which is exactly one sorrow and one joy.

斷曰：斫輪之卦，大利占官。但晝占貴人入獄，不宜妄干當事，所謂咄目煞者是也。旺祿臨支克支，宅中不甚安妥。若有喜事破耗則吉。

The interpretation says: The divination for cutting a wheel is most suitable for predicting official positions. However, if the divination is done in the daytime and the nobleman falls into the prison position, it is not advisable to hastily seek favor from those in power, which is called the 'dǔ mù shā' (dull eye煞). If the prosperous guardian god is present in the day branch and also overcomes the day branch, the family situation is not stable; if one can use the occasion of a celebration to spend extravagantly, it can turn into good fortune.

天時：水母臨干，青龍臨支，天罡指畢，必然有雨。家宅：青龍與六合，晝夜加干支上，必多喜合之事。仕宦：課名鑄印，占官最吉。求財：財爻雖見，恐取之生患。婚姻：交車相合，秦晉可諧。胎產：私胎生男，產期尚遠。疾病：傷風腎竭之症，喜得貴醫治之，不日可愈。出行：水陸俱佳，但行人戀宅，行期遲滯。行人：天罡加仲，尚在中途。兵戰：美中不足，更宜慎之。墳葬：龍神甚旺，發財發貴。

When asking about the weather, the water mother (亥) is on the day stem, the Azure Dragon is on the day branch, and the Tiangang points to the Net mansion, which indicates rain is certain. When asking about the household, the Azure Dragon and Liu He are present both day and night over the stem and branch, indicating many joyful gatherings in the family. When asking about official career, the lesson is called "casting the seal," which is most auspicious for official positions. When seeking wealth, although the wealth element appears, there is a fear that it may bring reverse fortune and misfortune. When asking about marriage, the meeting of the carriage is harmonious, which can lead to a union like the states of Qin and Jin. When asking about pregnancy, it is a child conceived without clarity, and the time of birth is still far off. When asking about illness, it is a case of cold and kidney qi exhaustion, but there is joy in having a skilled physician, and recovery is expected soon. When asking about travel, both land and water routes are favorable, but the traveler is attached to home, causing the journey to be delayed. When asking about distant people, the Tiangang is on the four middle branches, meaning they are still on the way. When asking about military matters, it is almost perfect but still needs caution. When asking about burial, the dragon spirit is very strong, indicating wealth and high status.

畢法云：權攝不正祿臨支，課傳俱貴轉無依，晝夜貴加求兩貴。課經云：卯加申發用，夜占必因貴人而作內亂，緣貴人內戰故也。心印賦云：子來加巳為極陽，戊癸合時大吉昌。

Three rules from the "Bi Fa Fu" state: "The authority is not proper, and the official's fortune is on the day branch," meaning the day's fortune is located in the day branch, taking charge of affairs on behalf of others but without proper name or title; "Both the lesson and transmission are with noblemen, yet there is no support," meaning both the lesson and transmission involve noblemen, but there is no place to rely on; "In day and night, noblemen are added, and one can seek support from both sides," meaning noblemen are present both in day and night, allowing support to be sought from both sides. The "Ke Jing" says: When卯 is placed on 申, if the divination is done at night, it will surely lead to internal disputes due to the nobleman being involved in internal conflict. The "Xin Yin Fu" says: When 子 is placed on 巳, it is called extreme yang, and when 戊 and 癸 combine, it brings great auspiciousness.

課體：反吟，勵德。課義：皆馬皆丁，不容少停，貴雖難靠，財卻豐盈。

There are two types of lesson patterns: reverse chant, where the branches of heaven and earth are in mutual conflict; and励德, where the禄神 and 德神 are present on the person and it is suitable to be cautious. The lesson meaning says: the heavenly stem and earthly branches and the three transmissions are all filled with The Post-horse and遁丁, the movement is very intense, and there is no moment of rest; although the two noblemen are both subject to harm and are unreliable, wealth is everywhere and very abundant.

解曰：亥為丁神，又為驛馬。未中亦有丁寄，是支干三傳皆逢丁馬，至動至速，豈容少停乎。晝貴巳火臨於亥地，受水所克，夜貴卯木臨於酉方，受金所克，是皆不可倚靠者也。巳為財神，丁亦財神，則遍地皆財，非豐盈而何。

The Heavenly Stem丁 is hidden in the亥 position, and the day stem is癸, which also has the Post-horse. The branch未 also contains丁. Thus, both the day stem and day branch, along with the three transmissions, are all connected to丁 and the horse, indicating extremely rapid and urgent movement, leaving no room for a moment's rest. During the day, the nobleman is巳 fire located at the亥 position, which is overcome by water; at night, the nobleman is卯 wood located at the酉 position, which is overcome by metal. Both are unreliable.巳 is the wealth for癸 water, and丁 is also wealth, so there is wealth everywhere, and it cannot be called anything but abundant.

斷曰：無依之課，支干各自相剋，彼此皆防有損。貴登天門，宜動達天庭，上章奏事。又雀鬼加干，構訟最忌，惟占功名考試最吉。凡事人情不定，亦有重求輕得之象。

The interpretation states: This is a lesson without support, with both the day stem and day branch being overcome. Both sides should be cautious to avoid injury. The nobleman is stationed at the heavenly gate position of亥, which is favorable for rushing upwards to the court and submitting petitions. Also, the Vermilion Bird accompanied by a ghost is placed on the day stem, which most strongly warns against litigation. However, it is extremely auspicious for official examinations and achievements. In all matters, human relationships are fluctuating and uncertain, and there is also an indication of great effort leading to minimal results.

天時：課傳皆陰，水運乎上，火居於下，晴而復雨，雨而復晴。家宅：丁馬相加，恐非安居之象。仕宦：貴登天門，占官甚利。求財：滿目皆財，何患不得。婚姻：支干各自相傷，男女總非吉象。胎產：課傳皆陰，女胎，產速，須防墮胎。疾病：有頭風顛斜之疾，或寒熱往來，須防反覆。出行：丁馬甚多，來去甚速。行人：天罡加季，丁馬重重，行者立至。兵戰：情態多變，出兵宜慎。

Inquiring about the weather, all four lessons and three transmissions belong to the yin, with water qi above and fire qi below, resulting in clear skies followed by rain and rain followed by clear skies. Inquiring about the household, the hidden jing and the post-horse are combined, indicating an unfavorable sign for settling down. Inquiring about official career, the nobleman is on the heavenly gate, which is favorable for officialdom. Inquiring about wealth, there is an abundance of wealth, so there is no worry about obtaining it. Inquiring about marriage, the day stem and day branch are both injured, indicating an unfavorable sign for both parties. Inquiring about childbirth, all lessons and transmissions are yin, indicating a female child, who will be born quickly, and there is a need to be cautious of miscarriage. Inquiring about illness, there is a condition of headache, crooked mouth and eyes, or alternating chills and fever, requiring caution of recurring symptoms. Inquiring about travel, the hidden jing and the post-horse are numerous, indicating quick travel. Inquiring about distant people, the tiangang is added to the seasonal branches, and the jing and post-horse are repeated, indicating that the traveler will arrive immediately. Inquiring about warfare, the situation is changeable, and military action should be cautious.

畢法云：兩貴受克難干貴，干支全傷防兩損。訂訛云：午馬胎財，夜占乘元，占孕者必係私胎。神將論云：夜占太常加干，二月占防有孝服。三車一覽云：水日反吟，動獲資金。中黃經云：馬見巳亥在路歧。

Two passages from the "Bi Fa Fu" state: "When both noblemen are harmed, it is difficult to achieve success," meaning that both day and night noblemen are being attacked, making it hard to rely on them for help; "When both the stem and branch are injured, both sides should be cautious of losses." The "Ding E" says: "When the hour is午 (Wu), it is the post-horse and also the fetal deity and wealth oracle. If one divines at night with the Black Tortoise, the pregnancy must be an illicit one." The "Shen Jiang Lun" says: "When the Tai Chang is placed on the day stem in a night divination, one should be cautious of mourning clothes in the second month." The "San Che Yi Lian" says: "When water days meet reverse chant, one can quickly gain wealth." The "Zhong Huang Jing" says: "When the post-horse meets巳 (Si) or亥 (Hai), the person is running on a crossroad."

課體：重審，斬關，孤辰。課義：夜占被盜，錢財累耗，名值元辰，俱懷兇暴。

The Lesson Pattern has three types: Re-examination; Cutting the Gate, suitable for long-distance travel; and Guchen, indicating loneliness and lack of support. The Lesson Meaning states: if divined at night, it indicates theft, with continuous loss of wealth; the Final Transmission coincides with Yuan Chen, a malevolent spirit that causes loss, and both upper and lower aspects harbor violent and harmful intentions.

解曰：發用財空，夜將乘元，上下夾克，午宮又被亥克，迴歸又受癸克，是錢財被盜而累耗也。陰日支後一辰名元辰，今末傳之辰，既脫干上之午，復沖支上之戌，是見傷於元辰，而俱懷兇暴之情矣。

The fire of the Initiating Transmission is originally a wealth element, but it falls into Kongwang, the void. At night, the Heavenly General is riding on the Black Tortoise, a thief deity, surrounding it from above and below. The fire of the Initiating Transmission, which is the Wu element, is attacked by the亥 water on the Heaven Plate, and when it returns to its own palace, it is further attacked by the癸 water. Therefore, wealth is stolen and repeatedly lost. On a yin day, the Yuan Chen is determined by the next element after the Day Branch. Now the final transmission is the辰, which is exactly the Yuan Chen. It drains the Wu element on the Day Stem and collides with the戌 on the Day Branch, showing that it is harmed everywhere by the Yuan Chen, with hostility from all directions.

斷曰：斬關之課，中乘丁馬，利於遠行。但孤辰發用乘元，不免走失之患，亦主孤煢。惟青龍帶官臨宅，宜於仕宦。

The interpretation states: A lesson of cutting through the gate indicates that the middle transmission is accompanied by Dùn Dīng and the Post-horse, which is favorable for traveling far away. However, Guchen is initiating the transmission and is accompanied by the Black Tortoise, which inevitably leads to the risk of losing things and indicates the person is lonely and lacks support. Only the Azure Dragon brings the official star to the dwelling position, which is beneficial for those in official positions.

天時：午火受克，水運乎上，出旬必雨。家宅：晝夜皆乘青龍，宅中必多喜慶之事。仕宦：官星作墓，不甚通利。求財：財爻落空，恐不能得。婚姻：課名孤辰，占婚不吉。胎產：二陽包陰，產必成女。疾病：腹痛脾洩，腎水不足。出行：陸路不吉，水路可行。行人：天罡加孟，尚未起行。兵戰：晝夜皆不利。

When asking about the weather, the fire of Wu is weakened, and water is present above, so rain is certain after this week. When asking about the household, both day and night are governed by the Azure Dragon, indicating many joyful events in the family. When asking about career prospects, the official star is transformed into a storage place, suggesting limited success. When seeking wealth, the wealth element falls into an empty position, implying difficulty in obtaining wealth. When asking about marriage, the lesson name is Guchen, indicating an unfavorable marriage. When asking about childbirth, two yang elements surround one yin, meaning the child will be female. When asking about illness, it is likely abdominal pain and diarrhea, along with spleen deficiency and insufficient kidney water. When asking about travel, land travel is unfavorable, but water travel is possible. When asking about distant people, Tiangang is placed on the four young branches, meaning they have not yet started. When asking about military matters, both day and night divinations are unfavorable.

畢法云：水日逢丁財動之，空上逢空事莫追。邵公占驗，戊申五月申將卯時，一婦人己卯生占身命，曰：為不正婦人，遇飢則氣攻胸臆，以致眼目昏暗。子不多存，足生小趾。後有血癭之疾，破潰而死，必因養蠶而致。蓋午空為不正陰人，又為目，被水所克，故主昏暗。本命祿空，故主飢。戌為足，加巳乘龍，為添足之象，故有小趾。亥為血海，乘不堅之辰土。天后厭穢，癸見厭穢，則成血癭而死也。

Two passages from the "Bi Fa Fu" state: "When water days meet Ding, wealth moves," meaning that on days of water, encountering Ding will surely bring about wealth; "When emptiness meets emptiness, do not pursue matters," meaning that if the position of emptiness is also empty, there is no need to pursue the matter further. A divination case from Zhao Gong: In the year of Wushen, in the fifth lunar month, with the month general being Shen, at the hour of Mao, a woman born in the year of Jimao was consulted about her entire life. The divination concluded: This is a woman who behaves improperly, when she is hungry, she feels her qi rising to her chest, causing her eyes to become dim; she will not be able to keep many children, and she will have an extra small toe on her foot; later in life she will suffer from a blood cyst, which will ulcerate and lead to death, and the cause will certainly be related to raising silkworms. This is because the position of the day is empty, indicating an improper woman, and the position of the eyes is also empty, being overcome by water, hence the dim eyes; the person's destiny is also empty, indicating hunger; the position of the foot is Wu, which is placed on Si and is accompanied by the Azure Dragon, indicating an additional toe; the position of the blood sea is Hai, which is accompanied by the weak Chen earth; the Heavenly Empress is also in a state of disgust, and on the day of Gui, encountering disgust leads to a blood cyst and death.

課體：涉害，從革，不備，贅婿。課義：財來就我，循環相鎖，將克傳生，眾口傳播。

The Lesson Pattern has four types: Involving Harm; Transformation; Incompleteness; and the赘婿 (a term without a direct English equivalent, transliterated as Zhuexu). The Lesson Meaning says: Wealth comes to me on its own; the巳 (Si) is the end of the ten-day period, connecting to the beginning of the next period, so the start and end are like a ring linked together; although the Heavenly General comes to harm the body, the three transmissions turn back to nourish me; if a government official divines this, it indicates that many people will praise him and recommend him enthusiastically.

解曰：巳為日財，加於干上，且三傳自支傳干，是財來就我也。巳為旬尾，循環相鎖，若求解釋憂疑，非所占矣。土將克身，似乎可憂。然生起傳金，反來育身，是憂變為喜。且自末傳之巳火，迤邐生干。仕宦得此，必有眾口推薦之者。

The branch Si is the wealth for the day stem Gui. Now it is placed above the day stem, and the three transmissions proceed from the day branch to the day stem, which means wealth comes to me on its own. The branch Si is also the last position of this ten-day cycle, forming a loop with the first position of the cycle, thus locking the beginning and end. If one seeks to resolve worries or end entanglements, this divination is not suitable. The earth that rides on the Si branch will later overcome the day stem, which seems worrying, but the earth generates the metal in the three transmissions, and the metal returns to nourish the day stem. Therefore, worries turn into joy. Moreover, starting from the final transmission Si fire, it gradually generates up to the day stem. A person in official position who divines this will surely receive widespread recommendations from others.

斷曰：從革之體，有革故鼎新之象。三傳火土生金，金來生水，有官有印，可為要地樞機。但才乘官貴，必當獻納殷勤，方為得力。且合中犯殺，亦防有笑裡藏刀之人。支乘破敗，不能安享。又名贅婿，進退不能自由。

The interpretation states: This is a form of metal, indicating the image of removing the old and establishing the new. The three transmissions are generated from fire and earth to produce metal, and metal then generates water. Both the official star and the ministerial star are complete, suggesting the person holds a key position and controls the central mechanism. However, the wealth hexagram is occupied by the official and noble stars, meaning one must diligently offer gifts and tribute to get things moving. Additionally, there is a conflict with an Inauspicious Sha (evil killer), so one must beware of people who smile but intend harm. The day's branch is occupied by the broken-down deity, indicating that the household cannot enjoy peace. This lesson is also called the赘婿 (stepson-in-law), meaning that one cannot act freely in either advancing or retreating.

天時：畢宿發用，全金生水，必有大雨。家宅：敗神臨宅，不無耗散之事。仕宦：晝占貴人臨身，又係三傳遞生，占官最吉。求財：財來就人，坐享其利。婚姻：三合相連，有必成之勢。胎產：課傳無陽，妊乃成女，但課皆合，產必遲延。疾病：咳嗽勞傷，腎水涸竭，醫不得力，難以速瘥。出行：陸路甚好，然傳逢三合，行期必愆。行人：天罡加仲，尚在中途。兵戰：先凶後吉，防敵有詐。

Questioning about the weather, the Net mansion initiates the transmission, with all the metal energy generating water, indicating there will certainly be heavy rain. Questioning about the household, the ruined spirit is present above the house, inevitably leading to losses and financial setbacks. Questioning about the official career, the nobleman is present during the day, and the three transmissions are interrelated through mutual generation, which is most auspicious for officialdom. Seeking wealth, the wealth comes to oneself, and profit can be obtained while sitting. Questioning about marriage, the triple harmony connects the beginning and end, showing a definite success. Questioning about childbirth, there is no yang in the transmission, indicating a female child; however, since all the transmissions are harmonious, the delivery will certainly be delayed. Questioning about illness, it is coughing and physical strain, with the kidney water depleted, making it difficult for the doctor to help and the illness will not recover quickly. Questioning about travel, the land route is good, but the three transmissions meet the triple harmony, causing delays in the journey. Questioning about distant people, the Tiangang is added to the fourth quarter branch, and they are still on the way. Questioning about warfare, it starts off凶 and turns吉, and one must be cautious of the enemy's deception.

畢法云：合中犯殺蜜中砒，三傳遞生人舉薦。纂要云：財神閉口，占病皆凶。辨惑云：午加寅上為胎坐長生，不利占產，大宜占孕。指掌賦云：酉丑巳為獻刃，遠近皆受其傷。

Two passages from the "Bi Fa Fu" state: "When the middle term combines with a killing star, it is like砒霜 mixed in honey," meaning that when the middle term is accompanied by a killing star, the outcome is extremely harmful. "When the three transmissions mutually generate, it indicates someone will recommend the person," meaning that if the three transmissions are in a cycle of mutual generation, it suggests that someone will recommend the person. The "Zuan Yao" says: When the wealth god is in a closed mouth formation, the divination about illness is ominous. The "Bian Huo" says: When the hour of午 is placed on the hour of寅, it is the birth god sitting in the growth position, which is unfavorable for divination about childbirth, but most suitable for divination about pregnancy. The "Zhi Zhang Fu" says: When the three transmissions include酉, 丑, and巳, it is called presenting a blade, causing harm to people both near and far.

課體：重審，元胎，六儀，斬關。課義：墓克其身，倚賴於寅，不甘之者，初支兩申。

The lesson pattern has four types: Re-examination, Original Fetus, Six Instruments, and Cutting the Gate. The lesson meaning says: the spirit of the tomb comes down and harms the self, and can only rely on the final transmission's寅wood to save; but the first transmission and the day branch's two申metals are不服, turning back to restrain the寅wood.

解曰：墓神覆日剋日，賴末傳寅木剋制辰土為救。奈初傳與支上之兩申，情有不甘，反克寅木，不能制辰。所謂遇救不救，災須自受也。

Chen is the storage for Gui water, and it covers the day stem and further restrains it. The only hope is the final transmission's Yin wood, which can restrain Chen earth and act as a rescue force. Unfortunately, the first transmission and the day branch both have Shen metal, which are unwilling to yield, and they turn around to restrain Yin wood. As a result, Yin wood cannot be free to restrain Chen. This is what is called encountering a rescuer but failing to be rescued, and the calamity has to be borne alone.

斷曰：元胎之卦，宜新不宜舊。但干乘墓克，支乘長生六合，有自己昏迷他人逸樂之象。且六合發用內戰，事雖垂成，亦防破敗。三傳乘后合元武，占婚者先有私情。

The divination says: This lesson indicates a situation where new beginnings are favorable, but maintaining old situations is not. However, the day stem is riding on the tomb god and is being attacked, while the day branch is riding on growth and Liu He. This results in the person being confused and disoriented, while others are at ease and happy. Furthermore, since Liu He initiates the transmission, there is internal conflict within oneself, and the matter seems to be about to succeed, but one should also beware of failure in the middle. In the three transmissions, the heavenly empress, Liu He, and the black tortoise appear. For matters of marriage, it suggests that the man and woman have already had private feelings.

天時：墓神覆日，恐不能晴。家宅：青龍相合，宅多喜慶。求財：宅中自有。婚姻：可成。胎產：女胎，產順。疾病：腎虛發昏，速醫尚效。出行：水路甚佳。行人：可以立至。兵戰：美中不足。墳葬：吉，阡有益。

Questioning about the weather, the tomb spirit covers the day stem, and it is feared that it will not be clear. Questioning about the family residence, the Azure Dragon harmonizes with it, indicating many joyful events at home. Questioning about seeking wealth, there is already wealth within the house. Questioning about marriage, it can be successful. Questioning about pregnancy, it is a female fetus, and the delivery will be smooth. Questioning about illness, it is kidney deficiency causing dizziness, and seeking medical treatment promptly can still be effective. Questioning about travel, traveling by water is good. Questioning about distant people, they will arrive soon. Questioning about military affairs, it is somewhat lacking. Questioning about burial, it is auspicious, and relocating the grave here is beneficial.

畢法云：后合占婚豈用謀。古鑑：寅將亥時占婚，曰：巳申寅亥相合，其婚必成。申為長生學堂，其婦必輕盈清白，善能書算。亥中有丁，婚後當丁母艱。子息乘於丁上，便當有子。三傳無空，享福綿遠，果驗。邵公占驗：戌將未時占宅，曰：墓作天后主遲鈍，天后為滯神，見墓愈滯。喜旬首引出長生，乘合制元，且首尾相見，主進人口及懷妊之事。又寅為風，武為水，主子息得風溼之症。又行年在身，主內爭訟，必有道土講和也，皆驗。

The "Bifa Fu" says, "When the Heavenly Empress and Liu He appear together, there is no need to make efforts in predicting marriage." If the Heavenly Empress and Liu He appear together in a divination for marriage, it is unnecessary to make efforts to arrange the match. The "Gu Jian" records a case: using the Yin as the month general and the亥 hour for a marriage divination, the interpretation said: "The pairs of巳 and申, and寅 and亥 are mutually harmonious, so this marriage will certainly succeed. The申 is the place of growth and also represents the school, indicating that the bride will certainly be slender, virtuous, literate, and skilled in writing and arithmetic. The亥 contains the Ding, meaning that after marriage, the mother will pass away. The offspring爻 is on the Ding, indicating that there will be a son. The three transmissions do not fall into emptiness, so the couple will enjoy long-lasting happiness. Later, it was indeed fulfilled. Another case from Zhao Gong's divination: using the Xu as the month general and the Wei hour for a house divination, the interpretation said: "The tomb god acts as the Heavenly Empress, indicating delay and dullness. The Heavenly Empress is originally a stagnant deity; when combined with the tomb, it becomes even more obstructed. Fortunately, the beginning of the ten-day period brings the place of growth, and the六合 restrains the Yuan Wu, with the beginning and end looking at each other, indicating that the family will have an increase in population and the woman will become pregnant. Moreover, the Yin represents wind and the Yuan Wu represents water, indicating that the children may suffer from rheumatic diseases. Furthermore, the year of the person is exactly on the self, indicating internal family disputes, and a Taoist priest will certainly intervene to mediate. Later, all these predictions were indeed fulfilled."

課體：遙克，蒿矢，勵德，寡宿，入冥。課義：源消根斷，凡謀氾濫，迤邐脫耗，源入幽暗。

The Lesson Pattern has five types: remote overcoming, arrow of reed, cultivating virtue, Guasu, and 'entering the underworld'. The Three Transmissions proceed from the hour to酉 and亥, moving towards darkness. The Lesson Meaning states: the water source has dried up, the tree roots have broken, and any plans made will be scattered and without direction; the Three Transmissions proceed step by step, gradually losing strength, becoming darker and darker, as if leading the source into the land of the underworld.

解曰：干支自下生上，皆是脫氣發用，又是旬空，非流消其源，枝斷其根乎。凡事虛耗，皆不歸實。三傳又迤邐相脫，自晝傳夜，五陰相繼，非漸入幽暗而何。

The day stem and day branch are both generated from below to above, gradually exhausting their energy, and the initiating transmission god is precisely in the旬空, which is not unlike a stream running dry at its source or a branch of a tree cutting off from its roots. All things become empty expenditure, failing to reach any solid result. The three transmissions further successively deplete each other, passing from the position of day to that of night, with five yin gods following one after another, not exactly like taking one step after another into darkness.

斷曰：蒿矢之卦，禍福俱輕，又逢空脫，全無蹤影。吉事未吉，凶事不凶。或為子孫耗費，或為卑下脫騙。若占病體，皆因不攝以致危篤。占此者惟僧道相宜。

The interpretation says: This divination lesson indicates that both misfortune and good fortune are light. It also coincides with Kongwang and Tuoqi, meaning the matter has no clear trace or direction. Good things are not really good, and bad things are not really bad. Expenses may be for children or have been taken by servants and attendants. If this lesson is used to divinate illness, it is likely due to one's own lack of self-restraint leading to serious conditions. Those who receive this lesson are most suitable to become monks or Taoist priests.

天時：朱雀發用，天罡指陽，恐不能雨。家宅：支干合乘脫氣，耗費不已之象。仕宦：貴人臨干，官星發用，功名可望，但多耗費之事。求財：水日逢丁，有財可得。婚姻：課名寡宿，占婚不吉。胎產：課傳無陽，妊乃成女，母空兒實，產必易速。疾病：翻胃傷食吐逆之疾，或腎虛膀胱受傷，喜鬼空陷，不藥可愈。出行：水陸二路，俱不甚佳。行人：天罡加孟，尚未起行。兵戰：有名無實，未見其利。

Inquiring about the weather, the Vermilion Bird initiates the transmission, and the Tiangang points to the Yang position, suggesting rain may not fall. Inquiring about the household, the heavenly stem and earthly branch are in harmony but both are riding on the losing energy, indicating continuous expenditure. Inquiring about career prospects, the Nobleman is present on the day stem, and the official star initiates the transmission, suggesting potential for official rank, but there will be many expenses. Inquiring about wealth, on a water day encountering Ding, there is potential for gain. Inquiring about marriage, the lesson name is Guasu, indicating an unfavorable marriage outcome. Inquiring about pregnancy, there is no Yang in the transmission, indicating a female child; the mother is empty while the child is solid, suggesting a smooth and quick delivery. Inquiring about illness, it is likely to be ailments such as regurgitation, food injury, or vomiting, or possibly kidney deficiency with bladder damage. Fortunately, the spirits are absent, so no medication is needed and recovery is possible. Inquiring about travel, both land and water routes are not favorable. Inquiring about distant people, the Tiangang is added to the four young branches, indicating they have not yet started. Inquiring about military matters, there is only a name without substance, and no clear advantage is visible.

畢法云：晝夜貴加求兩貴，罡塞鬼戶任謀為。指掌賦云：未酉亥為入冥，主心勞而日拙。玉成歌云：水乘火將皆驚恐，勾朱同傳主訟傷。心印賦云：子臨四季虎來並，小口年中災病頻。纂要云：辰加寅為罡塞鬼戶，不論在傳與不在傳，能使眾鬼不敢窺覷。

Two lines from the "Bi Fa Fu" say: "Day and night nobleman joins another nobleman, and two places for seeking help are available." When nobleman appears both in day and night, two places for seeking help are available. Another line says: "When Tiangang blocks the ghost gate, one may proceed with plans freely." The "Zhi Zhang Fu" says: When the three transmissions include Wu, You, and Hai, it is called entering the underworld, indicating laborious efforts and things getting worse. The "Yu Cheng Ge" says: On a water day with a fire general, one is constantly alarmed; when Gou Chen and Zhu Que appear together in the three transmissions, there will be lawsuits and injuries. The "Xin Yan Fu" says: When Zi is on the fourth season branch and is accompanied by Bai Hu, there will be frequent illness and misfortune for the family's children this year. The "Zuan Yao" says: When Chen is on top of Yin, it is called Tiangang blocking the ghost gate, and regardless of whether it is in the three transmissions or not, it can prevent ghosts from peeking.

課體：遙克，蒿矢，連茹，寡宿。課義：蒿矢空亡，前路嘉祥，寅元午空，失脫先防。

The lesson pattern has four types: remote control, arrow of grass, connected roots, and Guasu. The lesson meaning says: the god of the arrow of grass is located in Kongwang, which is not a cause for concern, and going forward leads to continuous good fortune; however, the寅 on the day stem is occupied by the Black Tortoise, causing it to lose strength, and the午 wealth on the day branch also falls into Kongwang, so losses and thefts should be guarded against in advance.

解曰：未作蒿矢，卻喜旬空，不足畏也。進而至於前路，則遇申酉生氣，不既嘉祥乎。但干上寅木，乘元脫氣，支上午財，又遇旬空，其失脫之虞，所當預防矣。

The earth of Wei (未) acts as a distantrestrain of the day stem, but it is pleasant that it falls in the empty旬, being empty and weak, so there is no need to be afraid. Following the three transmissions forward, one meets the metal of Shen and You which nourish the癸 water, which is not a bad sign. However, the wood of Yin on the day stem rides on the Black Tortoise to drain the energy of the day stem, and the wealth of Wu on the day branch also happens to be in the empty旬. Therefore, worries such as loss and leakage of wealth should be foreseen and prepared for in advance.

斷曰：蒿矢之卦，與前課相似。空亡剋日，事主多端。大約連茹而進，進則有益，退則無功，縱有齟齬，必當勉力精進。

The interpretation says: This is also a lesson of the arrow, similar to the previous one. The spirit of Kongwang is coming to attack the day stem, indicating that the matter has many threads and complexities. Generally, the three transmissions proceed like pulling out roots of reeds, moving forward continuously. Advancing brings benefit, while retreating brings no achievement; even if there are some contradictions in the middle, one must still strive forward.

天時：畢宿居未，終必有雨。家宅：妻財空陷，占宅不吉。仕宦：官爻空陷，占官欠吉。婚姻：妻爻空陷，不吉。疾病：腎虛之症，不藥可愈。胎產：胎神落空，恐是虛喜。行人：天罡加仲，尚在中途。兵戰：先凶後吉。

Questioning about the weather, the mansion of Bi is in the position of Wei, and it will eventually rain. Questioning about the family home, the wife and wealth line is empty, indicating an unfavorable omen for the house. Questioning about official career, the official line is empty, indicating an unfavorable omen for the position. Questioning about marriage, the wife line is empty, indicating an unfavorable omen. Questioning about illness, it is a symptom of kidney deficiency, and the illness can be cured without medicine. Questioning about pregnancy, the fetal god is empty, suggesting perhaps a false hope. Questioning about distant people, the Tiangang is added to the four central branches, and they are still on the way. Questioning about military affairs, it will first be unfavorable but then favorable.

畢法云：所謀多拙逢羅網。古鑑：寅將丑時占財，曰：午為妻財，是問妻家覓財，許而未得，以旬空故也。寅為癸息，癸生干申，以生子而得是財，後遭婢僕之患，隨得隨失，空酉與破碎並臨故也。行年酉見戌為六害，白虎與血支相加，恐遭官訟，幾不免刑。幸作三合，終能解散耳，俱驗。邵公占驗：戌加酉占宅曰：晚年寵妾，財物被盜，蓋末傳酉為妾作破碎故也。又行年亥作太常，主有外服。天后乘脫氣，主兒婦因病小產，應在四月後，果皆驗。

The *Bifa Fu* says, "Plans are often clumsy and meet a net," meaning that when encountering heaven's net and earth's net, one's plans are mostly clumsy and difficult to succeed. The *Gujian* records a case: taking寅 as the month general and丑 time to divinate wealth, the interpretation said:午 is the wife's wealth, indicating seeking money from the wife's family, which was agreed upon but not obtained, because午 falls in the旬空;寅 is the son of癸, and寅 assists the day stem's lodgment palace申, so the wealth was obtained because of having a son; later, there was a problem with servants, and the money was gained and lost quickly, because the empty酉 and破碎 were present; the year pillar was酉, which formed six harms with戌, and the white tiger combined with the blood branch, indicating possible legal troubles, almost unavoidable punishment, but fortunately forming triple harmony, eventually being resolved. Later, all these predictions came true. Another divination case by Zhao Gong:戌 added on酉 to divinate the house, the interpretation said: in old age, the person will favor a concubine, and wealth will be stolen, because the final transmission酉 is both the concubine and破碎; the year pillar is亥, which is Tai Chang, indicating mourning for someone from another family; the heavenly empress is riding on a declining qi, indicating the daughter-in-law will have a miscarriage due to illness, which should occur after April. All these predictions also came true.

課體：伏吟，自任，元胎。課義：不肯守祿，去臨空谷，馬載虎鬼，末後相逐。

There are three types of lesson patterns:Hidden Chant, which means the hidden chant; 自任, where the day stem takes charge on its own, being strong and not relying on external factors; and 元胎. The meaning of the lesson says: the day stem refuses to stay with its current fortune, instead moving forward recklessly, heading into the empty void of kongwang; the post-horse carries a ghost riding a white tiger, chasing from the final transmission onwards.

解曰：寅乃甲祿，臨身發用，宜相守而勿失矣。乃舍之而前，投於中傳之巳，則為空陷之鄉。又進而逢末傳之申，既為日鬼，又乘晝虎。因馬而動，災咎難乎免矣。何如守德祿扶身之吉，足以自安耶。

Yin is the禄神 of Jia day, appearing on the self and initiating the transmission, which should be held onto. Yet it abandons this position and moves forward, falling onto the middle transmission at Si, which is exactly the Kongwang陷落 place; moving further it meets the final transmission at Shen, which is the ghost of Jia wood and is accompanied by the White Tiger during the day. A person being moved by the Post-horse and acting recklessly inevitably brings misfortune. How can this be compared to holding onto the virtue and禄神 that support oneself, bringing stability and auspiciousness?

斷曰：自任之卦，格合元胎，有伏而未發，屈而未伸之象。末傳見馬，主靜中有動。但中落空陷，名為折腰。凡百謀為，必遭中阻。金鬼乘虎，名催官符。仕宦甚速，常人不宜。又支脫干氣，乘蛇可畏。然能制官，尚可免禍。惟不利動謀也。

The interpretation states: This lesson is compatible with the Yuan Tai pattern, indicating something latent and not yet revealed, bent but not yet extended. The final transmission shows the Post-horse, indicating movement within stillness. However, the middle transmission falls into Kongwang, which is called a broken waist, meaning that any endeavor will meet obstacles along the way. The Metal Ghost rides the White Tiger, known as promoting the Guanfu, leading to rapid promotion for officials, but ordinary people cannot bear it. Also, the day branch drains the energy of the day stem, with the Teng Snake riding on top, which is quite alarming; however, it can control the Metal Ghost, thus avoiding disaster. In conclusion, this lesson is unfavorable for taking initiative in endeavors.

天時：有風，陰晴不定。家宅：宜靜不宜動。婚姻：夜占可合，亦防中阻。胎產：十月占主私胎，或婢妾孕。功名：四月占吉，餘防有阻，占官主改任。求財：守分自足，妄求有損。疾病：肝家有火，晝占見凶有解。失脫：不出家中，逃亡不遠。出行：不宜，上任者有阻。行人：中途有阻，巳月占即至。爭訟：宜解，不解有凶。兵戰：晝占不利，夜占吉。

Questioning about the weather, there is wind and the sky is cloudy and unsettled. Questioning about the household, it is better to be still rather than to move. Questioning about marriage, if divined at night, it may result in a union, but there is also a need to beware of obstacles along the way. Questioning about pregnancy, if divined in the tenth month, it indicates a secret pregnancy or a servant woman being pregnant. Questioning about official rank, if divined in the fourth month, it is favorable, but in other months, there is a risk of obstacles; those who already hold an official position may be transferred or reassigned. Questioning about wealth, it is sufficient to keep to one's own means, and seeking more will result in loss. Questioning about illness, it is a fire in the liver meridian; although a凶 omen is seen during the day, there is a way to resolve it. Questioning about lost items, they will not leave the household; those who have run away have not gone far. Questioning about travel, it is not advisable to move; those going to take office will encounter obstacles. Questioning about distant people, there will be obstacles on the way, but if divined for the巳 month, they will arrive. Questioning about lawsuits, it is better to seek reconciliation; if not, there will be danger. Questioning about military action, if divined during the day, it is unfavorable, but if at night, it is favorable.

畢法云：信任丁馬須言動，旺祿臨身徒妄作，虎臨干鬼凶速速。袖中金云：六甲伏吟，有祿有馬。三傳先刑後沖，破中有合，凶中有吉。禍福倚伏，不可一概而推。神將論：螣蛇生角在寅，勾陳捧印在巳，白虎銜牒在申。

Three rules from the "Bi Fa Fu" state: "Trust in Ding and the Post-horse, and speak of action." Whenever Ding and the Post-horse appear, the interpretation should focus on movement. "When the prosperous official is on the person, it is in vain to seek more." If the prosperous official is already on the person, further seeking is futile and a waste of effort. "When the White Tiger is with the ghost of the day stem, misfortune comes quickly." If the White Tiger is associated with the ghost of the day stem, misfortune arrives rapidly. The "Xiu Zhong Jin" states: For a lesson on the sixth heavenly stem day with a hidden chant, both the official and the post-horse are present. The three transmissions first mutually harm each other and then clash. Within the breaking, there is union; within the凶, there is good fortune. Misfortune and good fortune are interdependent, and cannot be judged in a general way. The "Shen Jiang Lun" states: The Teng Snake is born in the corner of the寅, the Gou Chen holds the seal in the巳, and the White Tiger carries the document in the申.

課體：知一，退茹，三奇。課義：退值生方，進遇空亡，夜逢庚虎，美里成殃。

The lesson pattern has three types: knowing one; retreating and consuming; and the Three Marvels. When the Three Transmissions contain the extraordinary spirits within the ten-day cycle, it indicates a fortunate encounter that can resolve misfortune. The lesson meaning says: going backward can lead to the direction that nurtures me, but advancing leads to Kongwang. However, when the divination is done at night, the庚 metal emerges from the Zi hour along with the White Tiger, causing calamity within an otherwise peaceful situation.

解曰：寅臨卯上，進則遇辰，為空亡之地。退而歷丑至子，乃木之生方也。生我發用，又中傳長生。末傳財神三合，可不謂美乎。但夜占初傳子，旬遁為庚鬼而乘白虎，暗中剋日，反生災患耳。

Yin is placed on Mao, if moving forward it meets Chen, which is a Kongwang place; if moving backward, passing Chou to Zi, Zi is the position where Jia Wood is born and receives its vital energy. The water that nourishes Jia Wood is used as the initiating transmission, the middle transmission is also the position of growth, and the final transmission combines with the wealth god to form a Triple Harmony, which cannot be considered imperfect. However, when divining at night, the initial transmission Zi is hidden as Geng Metal in this cycle, becoming the ghost of Jia Wood, and it is accompanied by the White Tiger, secretly attacking the day stem, thus turning good fortune into misfortune.

斷曰：知一之卦，交車六害，主恩中有害，合中有離。三傳亦名潤下，生干克支，恐子孫不利，凡事宜退不宜進。三奇生干發用，與干神上下六合。晝占吉，夜占惟利仕宦，餘占凶。

The interpretation says: Knowing the first lesson, the stem and branch interact in a harmful way, indicating that in matters of affection there is damage, and in gatherings there is separation. The three transmissions form a water pattern, also called moistening and descending. The day stem is born by the water and controls the day branch, which may be unfavorable for descendants; all affairs should retreat rather than advance. The three marvels deities are born to the day stem and initiate the transmission, and also form a Liu He with the deities on the day stem. Divination in the daytime is favorable; divination at night is only favorable for those seeking official positions, while other matters are unfavorable.

天時：雨澤沾足。家宅：防爭鬥口舌，及奴婢奸私，宜遷改。婚姻：不宜。胎產：安。功名：士有奇遇，或得人暗助，或祖父襲蔭。求財：遲得。疾病：夜占極凶，喜奇神可解。失脫：尋得。出行：宜赴官，餘不利。行人：先有信至。爭訟：不負。兵戰：未得利。墳葬：恐是舊坑，朝山亦空，不吉。

Questioning about the weather, there is abundant rain. Questioning about the family home, there should be caution against disputes and quarrels as well as servants committing adultery; it is suitable to move or renovate. Questioning about marriage, it is not suitable. Questioning about childbirth, it is safe. Questioning about official success, scholars may have unexpected opportunities, or receive help from others secretly, or benefit from ancestral favor. Seeking wealth, it will take some time to obtain. Questioning about illness, the situation is extremely dangerous at night, but fortunately there is a strange deity who can resolve it. Questioning about lost items, they can be recovered. Questioning about travel, it is suitable to take office, but other matters are unfavorable. Questioning about distant people, there will be a letter arriving first. Questioning about lawsuits, one will not lose. Questioning about military affairs, there will be no advantage gained. Questioning about burial, it is likely an old grave pit, the mountain facing the tomb will be empty, which is not auspicious.

畢法云：虎乘遁鬼殃非淺，六陽數足須公用。課經云：傳生干克支，占人旺而無正屋可居，為人旺棄宅格。指南：壬午年七月，客來坐定未言，袖占之曰：貴人臨身，必科第中人，非田姓即王姓。貴被干克，歲破發用，課傳退茹，必有獲罪朝廷之事。喜初中後陰為恩澤，無大咎也。果荊州知府王姓，甲戌進土，以失城守逮問，後得脫免。

Two passages from the "Bi Fa Fu" state: "White Tiger riding the hidden ghost brings serious calamity," meaning when the White Tiger is combined with the hidden ghost, the disaster is severe; "Six Yang numbers are complete, suitable for official matters," meaning when the six Yang numbers are all present, it is appropriate for matters concerning government officials. The "Ke Jing" says: if the three transmissions are born on the day stem and overcome the day branch, the person who is divining is prosperous but does not have a main house to live in, which is called the person's prosperity but abandoning the house pattern. The "Liu Ren Zhi Nan" records a case: in the year Renwu, during the seventh lunar month, a guest had just sat down and had not yet spoken when he began to calculate the divination in his sleeve. He predicted: the nobleman is present, so this person must have passed the imperial examination, either surnamed Tian or Wang; the nobleman is overcome by the day stem, the year's destruction is also the initiating transmission, and the transmission pattern is still retreat and rejection, so there must be an offense against the court; however, it is fortunate that the Yin spirits of the first, middle, and final transmissions are all benevolent, so there will not be a great disaster. Later, it was indeed the case that a man surnamed Wang, an imperial examination graduate of the Jiaxu examination, was arrested for failing to defend the city and was charged, but eventually escaped punishment and disaster.

課體：涉害，間傳，斬關，勵德。課義：夜子晝申，總是凶神，六陽數足，革故鼎新。

The Lesson Pattern has four types: Involved Harm, Intermediate Transmission, Cutting the Gate, and Cultivating Virtue. The Lesson Meaning states: when divining at night, fear the Zi (rat) position; when divining in the day, fear the Shen (monkey) position; both are ominous spirits. If all four lessons and three transmissions fall within the six Yang positions, it is called the full number of six Yangs. The Lesson Qi moves from the night position to the day position, indicating a sign of abandoning the old and seeking the new.

解曰：子以遁鬼，乘白虎臨干。申以日鬼，乘白虎入傳。夜占則畏子，晝占則畏申，總以白虎凶將故也。四課三傳，皆居六陽之位，為六陽數足。凡占最宜公干，不利私謀。自夜傳出於晝，為由暗而明，革故鼎新之象也。

The hidden庚 metal in the子 position acts as a ghost of甲 wood, riding upon the White Tiger and resting on the day stem; the申 itself is also a ghost of甲 wood, also riding the White Tiger and entering the three transmissions. Therefore, when divining at night, one should fear the子, and when divining in the day, one should fear the申. In the end, it is all because they ride upon the White Tiger, a凶 general. All four lessons and three transmissions fall upon the six yang positions, which is called sufficient yang numbers. Any divination of this lesson is most suitable for matters concerning officialdom, but unfavorable for private schemes. The qi of the lesson moves from the position of night to that of day, indicating a transition from darkness to light, and a discarding of the old for the new.

斷曰：涉害之卦，主先難後易。三傳間退，兼被初傳戌財引入中末鬼脫。名悖戾之格，亦名倒拔蛇，凡事艱辛。生氣坐干，奇神坐日，最能轉禍為祥。末助初財，亦有旁人協助。貴臨卯酉，顯者有喜，陰小有災。

The divination indicates that the course of events will be difficult at first but easier later. The three transmissions are separated by positions and retreat, and are then led by the initial transmission's戌 (Xu) wealth into the ghost and escaping qi of the middle and final transmissions, which is called the perverse pattern, also known as reversing the snake. All matters will be very arduous. Fortunately, the life qi is seated on the day stem, and the odd spirits are also seated on the day, which can transform misfortune into auspiciousness. The final transmission supports the initial transmission's wealth, indicating assistance from others. The nobleman is located at the卯 (Mao) and酉 (You) positions, meaning that the powerful will have joy, while women and children will face calamity.

天時：先雨後晴。家宅：主虛耗，丑加卯，夜乘天空，主門戶動土，身宅不安，宜謝土神。婚姻：不正。胎產：胎安，產不利。功名：主以財得爵，大位升遷，下位被斥。求財：得之闇昧，不可告人，防因財致悔，為商折本稽程。疾病：得之房孟，甚險，有解。失脫：或婦人，或小兒所盜。出行：赴官吉，防耗脫。行人：將至。爭訟：不利見官，宜和解。兵戰：忌用。

Questioning about the weather, it indicates that it will first rain and then clear up. Questioning about the household, it suggests losses and waste. The branch 'Chou' is placed on 'Mao', and during the night, the sky is occupied by 'Tian Kong', indicating that there is disturbance in the direction of the gate and the house, with both people and the dwelling being unsettled. It is advisable to perform a ceremony to thank the earth deity. Questioning about marriage, the origin is not proper. Questioning about childbirth, the fetal condition is stable, but the delivery is unfavorable. Questioning about official rank, it suggests that one will obtain a title through wealth, those in high positions will be promoted, while those in low positions will be dismissed. Questioning about wealth, the source is ambiguous and should not be disclosed to others, and there is a risk of regret due to money; merchants will suffer losses and delays in their journeys. Questioning about illness, it is caused by excessive sexual activity, which is very dangerous, but there is a way to resolve it. Questioning about lost items, it is either stolen by a woman or taken by a child. Questioning about travel, going to take an official post is favorable, but there is a risk of loss. Questioning about distant people, they will arrive soon. Questioning about legal disputes, it is unfavorable to meet with officials, and reconciliation is advisable. Questioning about military action, it is inauspicious.

畢法云：六陽數足須公用，支墳財墓旅程稽；虎臨干鬼凶速速，后合占婚豈用媒。指掌賦云：戌申午曰悖戾，有追悔之心。蓋戌午火局中間一申，一申反成克象矣，故曰悖戾。神將論云：元武在戌曰遭囚，與財星並，主亡失稽滯，少成多敗。

The Four Rules from the "Bi Fa Fu" state: "When six yang numbers are complete, public affairs should be handled," meaning when all six yang stems are present, it is suitable for official matters; "When the day branch is a grave and the wealth爻 is in the墓, traveling will be delayed," indicating that if the day branch is considered a grave and the wealth爻 is in the墓, one will encounter delays when going on a journey; "When the White Tiger is near the day stem and the ghost is present, misfortune comes quickly," meaning if the White Tiger is adjacent to the day stem and the ghost is present, misfortune arrives rapidly; "When the Heavenly Empress combines with the六合, marriage does not require a matchmaker," implying that if the Heavenly Empress and the Liu He are together, marriage does not need a媒人. The "Zhi Zhang Fu" says: when the three transmissions include the戌, 申, and 午, it is called悖戾, indicating the person is full of regret. This is because戌 and 午 can normally form a fire trinity with 寅, but the 申 in between actually becomes arestrain, hence called悖戾. The "Shen Jiang Lun" states: when the Black Tortoise is on the戌, it is called being trapped, and if the财星 is also present, it indicates loss of property and delays in affairs, with more failures than successes.

課體：遙克，蒿矢，元胎。課義：申為矢箭，射中非善，馬載馬鬼，晝難脫患。

"Lesson Pattern" refers to the overall structure formed by the four lessons and three transmissions. This case belongs to "Remote Control": there is no direct control or conflict between the upper and lower lessons, so the initiating transmission must be derived from a distant controlling god. Among these, the type where the god from the upper lesson controls the day stem is called "Hao Shi," like an arrow made of reeds shooting from afar, with a weak force. Also, because the gods of the four first months add up to form "Yuan Tai," the matter tends to start anew. "Lesson Meaning" is a four-character rhymed summary of the fortune of the entire case. Here it says: the initiating transmission, the metal of Shen, is the arrow that has shot, and being hit by it is not a good omen; the metal of Shen is both the post-horse of the Jia day and the official ghost that conquers the Jia wood, equivalent to a fast horse carrying a malevolent ghost rushing in, making it hardest to escape misfortune when divined in the daytime.

解曰：蒿矢本無力，得申金發用，便為矢有金鏃。若被射中，非吉祥之事。況申金又為日鬼，而兼驛馬，鬼則患深，馬則動速。夜占猶可，晝占白虎乘之，其凶更甚。雖有善避者，豈能脫然免於患耶。

The蒿矢 lesson usually has weak power, but this case is initiated by the Metal of Shen, which is like equipping the蒿 arrow with a metal tip. Once it is shot, the result will not be good. Moreover, the Metal of Shen is both the official ghost and the Post-horse for the Jia day. As a ghost, it indicates serious illness, and as a horse, it suggests rapid onset. If the lesson is cast at night, the Heavenly General is still slow, and one can managewith difficulty. However, if cast in the day, the Shen position is occupied by the White Tiger, which governs disease and death, making the danger double. At this point, even the most skilled in avoiding misfortune finds it difficult to escape unscathed.

斷曰：蒿矢之卦，禍福俱輕。然合病胎之格，憂疑莫決。虎臨干鬼發用，至為凶險。幸是折腰，吉凶皆半途消散，求官者反嫌其空陷也。若四季占，亥水無氣，卻喜申鬼生亥，乃不幸中之幸。否則虛心坐待，長生在干，亦可竊金育日也。

The interpretation says: This type of divination involving the arrow of wormwood indicates that whether the outcome is good or bad, the weight of the result is not great. However, the chart also conforms to the pattern of "disease and embryo," indicating much doubt and hesitation, with matters remaining unresolved for a long time. The White Tiger is riding on the official ghost of the metal monkey (申) on the day stem, initiating the transmission, which is extremely dangerous. Fortunately, the three transmissions in the middle break down, the energy is cut off halfway, and both good and bad outcomes dissipate. However, those seeking official rank may feel it is a failure. If this divination is cast in the months of辰, 戌, 丑, or 未, the water of亥 is out of its season and lacks vitality, but it is fortunate that the official ghost of metal monkey (申) turns to generate the water of亥, which is a blessing in disguise. Otherwise, one should remain humble and wait patiently: the long life of the wood stem 甲 is the water of亥, which is right above the day stem, and can also secretly borrow the energy of the metal monkey (申) to nurture the day stem.

天時：雨後生寒，日孟出而不出，大風之象。家宅：卯加午為閉口，主有喑者。虎乘申，主家有病人未愈。宅上朱勾，主有文書勾連之事，宜慎。婚姻：雖見和合，有阻；胎產：安吉，防生啞兒。功名：巳年月大吉，合催官捧印，化龍之兆。求財：驚患多而獲利細。疾病：主咽喉症，巳酉丑月占，為膿血之災。失脫：元武臨貴，勾陳落空，不能捕獲。出行：出必旋返。行人：中路有阻。爭訟：利主不利客，托貴無力。兵戰：宜慎。

Inquiring about the weather, after rain the temperature turns cold, and the sun is about to rise but does not, indicating a sign of a strong wind. Inquiring about the home, the卯wood is placed over午fire forming the 'closed mouth' pattern, suggesting there may be a mute person in the family; the White Tiger is on申, indicating that the sick person in the house will not recover soon; the house also sees the Vermilion Bird and Gou Chen, indicating matters involving documents and contracts, requiring extra caution. Inquiring about marriage, although there is harmony, there are still obstacles in the middle. Inquiring about childbirth, mother and child are safe, but there is a risk of giving birth to a mute child. Inquiring about official rank, encountering巳year and巳month brings great fortune, matching the 'offering official and seal' pattern, which is a good omen of a carp turning into a dragon. Inquiring about wealth, there are many false alarms and troubles, but the actual profit is very small. Inquiring about illness, it indicates diseases of the throat area; if the inquiry is made in the metal months of巳,酉, and丑, it may turn into a disaster of pus and bleeding. Inquiring about lost items, the Black Tortoise is riding on the Nobleman's head, indicating the capture of the Gou Chen falls into Kongwang, and the lost item cannot be recovered. Inquiring about travel, once out, one must return. Inquiring about a traveler, there is an obstacle on the way. Inquiring about a lawsuit, it is favorable for the plaintiff who initiates the case first, but unfavorable for the defendant who is defending, and even if one seeks help from the Nobleman, it will not be effective. Inquiring about warfare, one must be cautious.

畢法云：賓主不投刑在上，閉口卦體兩般推。課經云：亥加寅，夜將太常，乘日之長生，來人必占婚姻，或有恩賜服食等事。神將論云：太沖乘勾空為沙門，用日主其僧多不潔少實。又天后加申，甲日為湖池。

The *Bi Fa Fu* says: When the guest and host do not harmonize, it is because the god of mutual punishment is in a superior position; when encountering a lesson pattern of "closed mouth," it should be analyzed in two different situations. The *Ke Jing* says: When亥 is added to寅, the Heavenly General in the night is "Tai Chang," who is responsible for food, clothing, and feasting. Also, if it is on a day with the stem Jia, and the long life of亥 water is present, the person asking the question is likely inquiring about marriage, or there will be a reward, gift of food or clothing. The *Shen Jiang Lun* says: When Taichong (Mao wood) is riding on Gou Chen and falls into an empty position, it symbolizes a monk who has left the household; according to the initiating transmission, the monk referred to is mostly impure and lacks real virtue. It also says: When the Heavenly Empress is added to the position of Shen, on a day with the stem Jia, it represents a lake or pond.

課體：重審，炎上，斬關，狡童。課義：人衰宅旺，他忤我向，訟宜順他，病虛脫喪。

This lesson's "Lesson Pattern" is "Re-examination." Among the four lessons, the lower god controls the upper god, so we take the initiating transmission to indicate that the matter originates internally and requires careful re-examination. The three transmissions, Yin, Wu, and Xu, form a fire trinity, so it is also called "Inflaming Ascension." The Hekui (Xu) earth god is placed on the day stem as the initiating transmission, which is called "Cutting the Pass," indicating movement across boundaries and active pursuit. The六合 (Liu He) and Heavenly Empress (Tianhou) both enter the transmission, which is called "Cunning Boy," indicating improper matters between men and women. The lesson's meaning is that the person represented by the day stem is weak, while the house represented by the day branch is strong. The other party is constantly opposing me, yet I go out of my way to accommodate them. If this is about a lawsuit, it is advisable to be humble and yield to the other side. If it is about illness, it indicates a loss of vital energy, exhaustion, and depletion.

解曰：三傳火局，脫干比支，是為人衰宅旺也。以彼此言之，他來脫我，我反生他，豈非他懷相損之意，我致相向之情乎。訟而得此，應在支之受生，為屈意而順彼。病而得此，應在干之被脫，為虛弱而可虞矣。

The Three Transmissions form a fire configuration, and fire is the thing that is generated by the wood of Jia. This is equivalent to completely draining the vital energy of the Day Stem. However, it also relates to the Day Branch's Wu fire, which is of the same kind and thus supports it. Therefore, it is said that one aspect is declining while another is flourishing. In terms of the relationship between self and others, the other party drains and consumes me, yet I in turn generate and assist them. This is precisely a situation where the other has an intention to harm me, yet I offer them my support. If this configuration appears in a divination about litigation, the effect will be on the Day Branch which is being nourished, and one must be willing to yield and comply with the other party. If this configuration appears in a divination about illness, the effect will be on the Day Stem which is being drained, resulting in a weak vital energy, which is very concerning.

斷曰：重審之卦，局合炎上。事多不順，明中有暗，循理則吉，犯上則凶。三傳四課，不出寅午戌三方，迴環無端，主凡事孟成不成，孟結不結。人益我損，虛耗無窮。況狡童有不正之嫌，斬關非安居之象，可不慎哉。

The divination indicates that the current hexagram forms a fiery upward fire pattern, suggesting that affairs will encounter many obstacles. Obvious issues are hidden beneath the surface. Following proper principles will bring good fortune, but acting against authority will lead to misfortune. The four lessons and three transmissions repeatedly revolve around the three directions of寅, 午, and 戌, with the beginning and end connected but no clear order, indicating that all matters will be difficult to achieve, and once thought to be settled, they will remain unclear. The other party benefits while I suffer losses, and the waste continues endlessly. Moreover, the name "wicked youth" inherently suggests improper behavior, and the image of "cutting through the gate" certainly does not indicate a peaceful and contented state. How can one not be doubly cautious?

天時：時旱得雨，兼有風雷。家宅：人口衰弱，防奴婢逃走。婚姻：不用。胎產：難產，母強子弱。功名：有祿之官，主非正印。求財：宜索債負，不宜商販；主為治宅多費，或為人所脫耗。疾病：主虛損，或火上炎。失脫：或因家中喜事，或繫奴婢奸私。出行：利避難奔逃，餘防耗失。行人：午丙日來。爭訟：有解。兵戰：利私度關隘，宜息兵解和。墳墓：丙龍坤向則吉，可以發丁。

Inquiring about the weather, there will be rain after a long drought, accompanied by wind and thunder. Inquiring about the household, the family has a decline in members, and one should be cautious of servants or maids running away. Inquiring about marriage, this match should not be discussed further. Inquiring about childbirth, there will be difficulty in delivery, with the mother being strong but the fetus weak. Inquiring about official rank, although there is a position with a salary, it is not a high-ranking official. Inquiring about wealth, it is suitable to recover old debts, but not suitable for trade; it also indicates great expenditure on house repairs or loss due to others taking advantage. Inquiring about illness, it suggests a loss of vital energy or a condition of excessive internal heat. Inquiring about lost items, it may be due to a celebration at home or theft by servants who have been unfaithful. Inquiring about travel, it is favorable for escaping danger or fleeing, but other situations should be guarded against losses. Inquiring about a traveler, he will arrive home on a day of Wu or Bing. Inquiring about disputes, it can be resolved through mediation. Inquiring about military matters, it is favorable to secretly cross borders, and it is best to cease hostilities and seek peace. Inquiring about graves, it is auspicious to face the direction of Kun and have the dragon of Bing mountain, which brings prosperity and more children.

畢法云：權攝不正祿臨支，后合占婚豈用媒；初遭夾克不由己，支墳財墓旅程稽。三車一覽云：三傳全脫，反生起干上財神，是為取還魂債。又於加支，求宅必得。但被支脫，雖目下強得其屋，後無益也。

The *Bifa Fu* says: If the official star is located on the day branch, officials are mostly acting as temporary administrators with improper status; if the Heavenly Empress combines with Liu He to predict marriage, the man and woman have already privately agreed, so there is no need for a matchmaker; if the first transmission is sandwiched between two conflicting ones and is overcome, the matter is not under one's own control; if the day branch is in a grave and the wealth star is buried, the journey will certainly be delayed. The *Sanche Yilan* says: If all three transmissions are leaking and consuming stars, yet they reverse to nourish the wealth star on the day stem, this is called "taking back a soul debt," equivalent to bringing dead money back to life. It also says: If the day stem is placed on the day branch, seeking property will certainly succeed; but since the day branch consumes the stem, even if one manages to obtain the house now, there will be no real benefit in the future.

課體：元首，四絕。課義：元財在中，水生坐空，丁神作鬼，凶動重逢。

This lesson's "Lesson Pattern" is "Original Head"—among the four lessons, there is only one instance where the upper god overcomes the lower god, and this is taken as the initiating transmission, making the beginning clear and distinct, indicating that the matter is often initiated by a man first. The transmissions of the lesson are all in the state of absolute decline, thus also receiving the name "Four Absolute Ends." The meaning of the lesson indicates that the Black Tortoise, which represents the thief, and the wealth god, the earth dog, are both in the middle transmission, meaning that wealth is difficult to retain; the final transmission,亥 water, which is originally the long life of the甲 wood, has fallen into the water grave of the empty void, thus its vitality is ineffective; the initiating transmission,酉 metal, is both the official ghost that overcomes the甲 wood and has escaped from the dry branch of the丁 dry, as the nature of丁 is active, thus ominous signs and active signs meet repeatedly.

解曰：辰為日財，今元武並臨中傳之辰，又屬旬空，豈無耗失。末傳長生，又投空墓，何能為益哉。惟存酉鬼乘丁神，而臨日發用，鬼足致凶。丁又善動，日上初傳，重重相遇，可勿畏哉。

Chen earth is the wealth god for Jia day stem. Now the Black Tortoise, which governs theft, is in the same hexagram as the middle transmission Chen earth, and Chen is precisely in the旬空. How can wealth not be lost? The final transmission Hai water, which should be the long life of Bing wood, is instead thrown into the water grave of the旬空. The life qi is entirely buried, how can there be any benefit? What remains is You metal official ghost riding on Ding god, appearing on the day stem and initiating the transmission: being a ghost is enough to bring misfortune, and being Ding is especially restless. The day stem and the first transmission are nested together, how can one not be afraid?

斷曰：元首之卦，事由男子，利於先舉。日坐墓上，切勿冒昧投入，必遭蒙蔽。官鬼乘丁發用，支上丑土助克。若非仕宦，必有家鬼弄家人。辰酉六合，三傳自刑，卒難稱意。

The divination states: This is a lesson concerning the chief ruler, indicating that the matter is initiated by a man, and the one who acts first will gain an advantage. However, the day stem is seated upon the Tomb Spirit (grave god), so one must not act rashly; once involved, one will be deceived. The official ghost is riding upon the Ding god to initiate the transmission, and the丑 earth in the day branch comes to assist in restraining the day stem. If the person being divined does not hold an official position, there must be disturbances caused by malevolent spirits within the household, disrupting the family. Although the辰 and酉 form the Liu He (six harmonies), the three transmissions are self-inflicting and mutually harmful, ultimately leading to dissatisfaction.

天時：雖陰不能成雨。家宅：宅吉，宜發貴，然防有災。婚姻：難成易破。胎產：酉臨鬼戶，防鬼胎，占產立下。功名：可得，主有改變或暗害。求財：防生災禍，到底成空。疾病：大凶，謂酉鬼獨發，申在墓外，又為鬼呼也。失脫：難尋。出行：不利，亦不果。行人：丁神獨發，人宅即到。爭訟：先發者勝，終解。兵戰：宜慎。

Inquiring about the weather, the sky is cloudy but no rain will fall. Inquiring about the house, the foundation is basically auspicious, and a nobleman may come, but still disaster should be guarded against. Inquiring about marriage, it is difficult to achieve but easy to part. Inquiring about pregnancy, the metal of酉 is located at the ghost gate position, so one must be cautious of a false or ghostly pregnancy; if the person has already given birth and asks now, delivery can take place immediately. Inquiring about official rank, an official position can be obtained, but there will be changes along the way, or one may be secretly harmed by others. Inquiring about wealth, one must be cautious of misfortune arising from wealth, and in the end, it will all be in vain. Inquiring about illness, it is extremely凶: the metal of酉 as the official ghost is alone in action, and the metal of申 is resting outside the tomb, which is like an external ghost calling the patient at the door. Inquiring about lost items, they are difficult to recover. Inquiring about travel, it is not auspicious, and in fact, the journey cannot be made. Inquiring about a traveler, the spirit of丁 is alone in action, so the traveler will arrive at the house immediately. Inquiring about a lawsuit, the party who initiates the complaint first will win, but ultimately it will end in reconciliation. Inquiring about military matters, one must be extremely cautious.

畢法云：眾鬼雖彰全不畏。不行傳者考初時。課經云：雀作日鬼加干，為雀鬼格。又干支互克上神，為真解離卦。指掌賦云：日辰加臨卯酉，離者合而合者離。精蘊：丑將占行人，天盤寅為行年貴人，逆轉到地盤寅位，從卯門上過，卯上見戌，戌中辛克日及行年。而寅上又被酉克，當以不歸斷之。

The "Bifa Fu" says: Although many ghosts are apparent, as long as the day stem has another saving deity, there is no need to fear at all; if the three transmissions do not flow smoothly, one should return to examine the first transmission and the time of divination. The "Ke Jing" says: If the Vermilion Bird serves as the official ghost of the day stem and is placed upon the day stem, it is called the "Què Guǐ Gé," which indicates calamity from documents and disputes. When the day stem and day branch each overcome the upper deity of the other, it is the true "Jie Li" hexagram, indicating separation. The "Zhi Zhang Fu" says: When the day branch is placed upon the卯 and酉 gates, what should separate becomes united, and what should unite becomes separated. The "Liu Ren Jing Yun" gives an example: Using the丑 general to divinate about a traveler, the heaven plate's寅 is the nobleman of the diviner's age, which is reversed to the earth plate's寅 position, requiring passage through the卯 gate. At the卯 position, there is戌, which contains the辛 metal that overcomes both the day stem and the traveler's age; the寅 is also overcome by the酉 metal, thus concluding that the traveler will not return.

課體：反吟，無依，涉害，元胎。課義：支干俱傷，又坐克方，舍就不可，彼此匪良。

This lesson's "Lesson Pattern" is "Reverse Chant" — the Heaven Plate and Earth Plate each have pairs of trigrams that clash, indicating all kinds of reversals and disturbances; the upper gods of the Day Stem and Day Branch both come to attack their respective positions, leaving no place to rely on, hence called "No Support"; since there are many instances of mutual attacks among the four lessons, one must compare the depth of each attack to determine the outcome, which is called "Involvement in Harm"; additionally, the combined forces of the four young trigrams form "Original Fetus." The meaning of the lesson is that the Day Branch and Day Stem are both injured on both sides, and each is seated in a position that attacks me; whether to abandon one for the other or vice versa, neither is a viable option, as neither side offers a good place to go.

解曰：甲被申克，午被子克，彼此俱傷也。寅又坐申上，午又坐子上，俱坐克方也。在此在彼，無一善地；或就或舍，無一可安。易所謂不能退，不能遂者也。

Jia Wood is overcome by Shen Metal, and Wu Fire is overcome by Zi Water, which means both sides are harmed at the same time. Jia's lodgment palace, which is Yin Wood, is sitting on top of Shen Metal, and the day branch Wu Fire is sitting on top of Zi Water. Both positions are where the elements that overcome me are located. Whether staying here or moving there, there is no place that is secure. Whether seeking nearby support or abandoning and seeking another path, there is no way to find a stable position. This is exactly what the sixth line of the upper trigram in The Zhou Changes (I Ching) says: "Unable to retreat, unable to advance"—unable to retreat back, and unable to move forward.

斷曰：無依之卦，反覆不寧，多涉艱辛，人情不協。三傳祿馬俱動，似可有為。然皆臨於絕地，長生又坐空方，干支上下皆克，惟杜門靜守，庶免災生。勉強營求，大非吉兆。若秋占，子為火鬼傷支，更防火燭之災。

The interpretation says: This is a lesson without support, with matters fluctuating and uncertain, and the path is full of hardship. People also do not get along with each other. Among the three transmissions, the禄神 and The Post-horse both become active, seeming to indicate some potential for action. However, they all fall in the绝 position. The long life of the Jia wood is亥 water, which is also sitting in Kongwang. Moreover, the day stem and day branch are in mutual control and conflict, so the only way to avoid disaster is to remain closed and quiet. To force oneself to take action is not a good omen. If this is divined in autumn, the Zi water is strong and becomes the official ghost that controls the day branch's Wu fire, so one should be especially cautious of fire and candle-related dangers.

天時：風雨無常，時作時止。家宅：人衰宅廢，宜與人兌換結絕。婚姻：晝占可成，然多反覆。胎產：不安。功名：換職易位。求財：徒勞無得。投謁：不合。疾病：主非一症，時愈時發。失脫：難尋，逃亡遠去。出行：既出，旋歸。行人：孟近還遠。爭訟：彼此俱傷，不如止息。兵戰：不利。

When asking about the weather, there is no certainty of rain or wind; it comes and goes in fits. When asking about the household, the population is declining and the foundation is abandoned; it is advisable to exchange it with another person and end the matter. When asking about marriage, it can be said to be possible during the day, but the process is full of changes and uncertainties. When asking about pregnancy, the fetus is unstable. When asking about official positions, it indicates a transfer of duty. When asking about seeking wealth, it is a waste of effort with nothing gained. When asking about a meeting, the two parties cannot agree. When asking about illness, there are multiple symptoms, with the condition fluctuating between improvement and relapse. When asking about lost items, they are difficult to find, and the thief has already fled far away. When asking about travel, after leaving home, one will return soon. When asking about a traveler, it seems close, but in reality, he is still far away. When asking about a lawsuit, both sides suffer losses, and it is better to stop the dispute. When asking about military affairs, it is unfavorable.

畢法云：支干全傷防兩損，晝夜貴加求兩貴。課經云：申加甲，庚加支，為明暗二鬼。又陽日反吟，為德喪祿絕。反吟四孟，為四絕元胎。袖中金云：反吟陰陽，各易其位。天地乖隔，南北暌違。子午乘蛇，官病災凶。寅申乘龍，隔牆有禍。指掌賦云：寅功曹，主木器文書。申傳送，主行程消息。傳送上會青龍，子孫財損。

The "Bi Fa Fu" says: If both the day stem and day branch are harmed, one should beware of mutual defeat between self and others; if both the day nobleman and night nobleman are present, one should seek help from both noblemen at the same time. The "Ke Jing" says: When metal of the hour of Shen is placed on the stem of Jia, and metal of the hour of Geng is placed on the day branch, it indicates a double attack from both visible and hidden ghosts; on a yang day, if reverse chant occurs, the day virtue is lost and the禄神 is cut off; if reverse chant falls in the position of the four beginning months, it is called "four absolute origins of the embryo." The "Xiu Zhong Jin" says: In a lesson of reverse chant, the yin and yang spirits have exchanged positions, the heavens and earth are separated, and the north and south are in discord; when the Zi and Wu spirits ride the Teng Snake, lawsuits, illness, and misfortune follow one after another; when the Yin and Shen spirits ride the Azure Dragon, misfortune is just a wall away. The "Zhi Zhang Fu" says: Yin represents Gongcao, governing wooden objects and documents; Shen represents Chuansong, governing travel and messages; when Chuansong (Shen) is on the position of Shen and meets the Azure Dragon, it indicates damage to descendants and loss of wealth.

課體：知一，三奇，鑄印，引從。課義：交互彼己，兩皆不利，夜害貴人，訟遭官制。

This divination lesson has a "Lesson Pattern" of "Knowing One" — there are two or more instances of mutual overcoming among the four lessons, so the one that shares the same type as the day stem is used to initiate the transmission; in all matters, one must remain steadfast on a single point. The three transmissions conceal the three marvels, which are auspicious deities that resolve misfortunes. The戌 represents the seal and the巳 represents the furnace, forming the "casting the seal" pattern, indicating receiving an official appointment and a seal. The first transmission is in front leading the way, and the final transmission is behind following, forming "guidance and accompaniment," indicating promotion. The meaning of the lesson suggests: both sides are interwoven and appear close, but in reality, neither side benefits. The nobleman during the night is harmed by a harmful deity, so even if there is reason in a lawsuit, the court will suppress it and rule against the party.

解曰：午未寅亥，干支上下交車相合。然未墓覆日，亥水克辰，彼此兩無所利也。夜貴臨身，而初傳之子害之，訟雖理直，必遭曲斷，況不直乎。

The stems Wu and Wei are in a harmonious relationship, and the stems Yin and Hai are also in a harmonious relationship. The day stem and day branch form a cross with the four divine spirits, appearing harmonious on the surface. However, the earth of Wei is the storage for the wood of Jia, and now it is pressing down on the day stem. Meanwhile, the water of Hai is turning back to harm the branch of Chen. Therefore, both sides actually gain nothing. When the lesson is cast at night, the nobleman is present, but the first transmission of Zi water is in conflict with it. This is like a lawsuit where even if the reason is on one's side, one may still be ruled as having the wrong reason. And何况 the person is already in the wrong.

斷曰：知一之卦，恩中有害，合中有離。日遭墓覆，辰被水克。貴人為用神所穿，格雖鑄印，遇空不成也。幸奇神獨發，支上神得初引末從，天獄解散，為逢凶化吉之象。

The interpretation states: In this divination, affection is mixed with harm, and harmony contains separation. The day stem is covered by the Tomb Spirit (burial deity), and the day branch's position is attacked by water. The nobleman is pierced by the initiating transmission deity. Although the structure is casting an official seal, the seal mold falls into the empty void, so the seal cannot be cast. Fortunately, the three marvels deity initiates on its own. The deity above the day branch is guided by the first transmission in front and followed by the final transmission behind. Thus, the prison calamity is dispersed, and overall, it is a case of turning misfortune into good fortune.

天時：有雨而不沾足。家宅：支上引從，主遷修屋宅。婚姻：孟合還離。胎產：胎防不實，產即下。功名：主有遇合，而無實際。求財：始雖有利，終歸虛耗。投謁：外合而情不親。疾病：暴病吉，久病凶。失脫：難尋。出行：不果。行人：先得空信。爭訟：防曲斷有屈。兵戰：小心則吉。

Inquiring about the weather, although there is rain, it does not penetrate. Inquiring about the household, the day branch indicates that there will be a need for relocation or renovation of the house. Inquiring about marriage, it seems about to be settled, but in the end it will still break apart. Inquiring about pregnancy, one must be cautious as it may be a false pregnancy; if the time has come for delivery, it will happen immediately. Inquiring about official rank, there will be opportunities for favorable encounters, but they will not materialize. Inquiring about seeking wealth, it seems initially advantageous, but in the end it will result in loss. Inquiring about a meeting, it will appear to be a superficial courtesy, but there will be no genuine connection. Inquiring about illness, an acute illness is favorable, but a long-term illness is ominous. Inquiring about lost items, they will be difficult to recover. Inquiring about travel, the journey will not take place. Inquiring about a traveler, one will first receive an untrue message. Inquiring about disputes, one must beware of being judged unjustly and suffering injustice. Inquiring about military action, one must be cautious for good fortune.

畢法云：前後引從升遷吉，害貴訟直遭曲斷。指掌賦云：三奇發用，疑惑解而喜氣生；引從日辰，家必興而人必旺。占驗：壬午年十二月一司馬占出師。曰：初傳歲破內戰，卯命上龍馬克下，功名非久遠之象。必因宰執不悅，自孟請退。來年秋初，當去任矣。且斗繫日本，墓貴臨干，為仰丘俯仇。干墓支絕，種種不佳。幸奇神天赦發用，朱雀皇詔作恩，可得溫旨歸里也，後果如所占。

The "Bi Fa Fu" says: If there is a guide in front and a follower behind, it indicates good fortune of promotion and official advancement; if the harmful deity harms the nobleman, even if there is reason for litigation, it will be judged as unjust. The "Zhi Zhang Fu" says: When the three marvels initiate the transmission, doubts will be resolved and joy will arise; when the three transmissions lead before and follow after, and correspond with the day stem and day branch, the family will certainly flourish and the population will certainly increase. The following is a real case record: In the Renwu year, the twelfth lunar month, a military affairs official from the Ministry of War inquired about military operations. The diviner said: The first transmission is exactly the year's breaking force, which conflicts with the sovereign's year, indicating internal disputes will first arise; the azure dragon on the卯wood of the native's birth chart also conflicts with the post-horse and the lower deity, showing that fame and status will not last long, and it is certainly due to the dissatisfaction of the prime ministers, who will voluntarily request to resign, and he will resign by early autumn of the next year. Moreover, the star of the battlefield is connected with the main day, the tomb deity and the nobleman both appear on the day stem, forming "looking up at a mound and looking down at an enemy." The day stem is buried and the day branch is in decline, everything is unfavorable. Fortunately, the three marvels and heavenly pardon are both initiating the transmission, and the decree of the vermilion bird is transformed into an imperial favor, allowing the person to receive a gentle imperial decree and return home safely. The outcome was indeed as predicted.

課體：元首，炎上，勵德，泆女。課義：循環脫耗，秋冬急暴，身位頻災，家庭累盜。

The lesson pattern is "Yuan Shou," and the three transmissions, Yin, Wu, and Xu, form a fire triad, so it is also called "Yan Shang" (fire ascending). The day stem is supported by the nobleman, so it is advisable to cultivate virtue and maintain self-discipline, which is called "Li De" (cultivating virtue). The heavenly empress and Liu He are included in the transmission, indicating improper behavior by women, which is called "Yu Nu" (licentious woman). The meaning of the lesson is that the three transmissions generate each other in a cycle, yet they continuously drain the day stem. If this occurs in autumn or winter, the fire deity is hungry, leading to particularly urgent and severe consequences. The day stem itself is repeatedly afflicted, and the day branch, representing the family, is trapped by the tomb deity and draining energy, resulting in repeated thefts at home.

解曰：三傳會火，循環脫干，耗費甚矣。晝午夜寅，皆乘白虎。春夏木旺火相，猶之可也。秋冬遇之，即為餓鬼餓虎，為惡尤暴。身既受災，而支亦墓脫，必頻頻招盜也。

The three transmissions form a fire pattern, with fire generated from the wood of Jia. This creates a continuous cycle of draining the day stem, leading to significant losses. In daytime divination, the fire of Wu is occupied by the White Tiger, and in nighttime divination, the wood of Yin is also occupied by the White Tiger, both sides encountering this Inauspicious General. If the divination is done in spring or summer, when wood is strong and fire is in its phase, the vitality can still support it, and it can still hold on. However, if it is done in autumn or winter, both wood and fire are out of their seasons, resulting in a situation like a hungry ghost facing a hungry tiger, making the evil effects even more severe. The day stem itself has already suffered damage, and the day branch is simultaneously covered by the Tomb Spirit and drained of its energy, inevitably leading to repeated thefts in the family.

斷曰：元首之卦，局合炎上，事多利順，像亦光明。但脫上逢脫，虛詐多端。幸脫氣生戌，可取還魂之債。然勵德則陰小有災，泆女則奸私可丑，占者尚其慎諸。

The interpretation states: The first lesson forms a fiery upward fire pattern, indicating general smoothness in affairs and a bright atmosphere. However, there is a repeated leakage on top of leakage, with many deceptive and fraudulent schemes in between. Fortunately, this outflow eventually turns back to generate the final transmission's戌 earth wealth god, which is like reviving a dead debt, allowing the recovery of some "reincarnated debt." However, since it is named "Lide" (virtuous), there is inevitably some misfortune involving hidden people and small mouths; since it is named "Yunü" (excessive woman), there will certainly be some disgraceful private affairs within the family. Those who cast this divination should be cautious about this.

天時：晴多雨少。家宅：防有耗損，及婢僕奸私。婚姻：不正，大忌。胎產：胎安，產不利。功名：無益。求財：不利交易，得不償費，止宜索取償負。疾病：主虛症、火症。失脫：屢見難獲。出行：宜投親訪故。行人：遲至。爭訟：彼此多耗，彼來求和。兵戰：多耗軍儲，宜慎重。

When asking about the weather, there will be many sunny days and little rain. When asking about the household, one should beware of financial loss and also be cautious of secret dealings among servants. When asking about marriage, this match is improper and is greatly to be avoided. When asking about pregnancy, the fetus is stable, but labor will be difficult. When asking about official success, there is no benefit. When asking about seeking wealth, it is not advisable to engage in trade or business, as the profit will not compensate for the loss; it is better to collect old debts. When asking about illness, it indicates symptoms of weakness and internal heat. When asking about lost items, although the item is often seen, it cannot be retrieved. When asking about travel, it is suitable to visit relatives or old friends. When asking about a traveler, the person will arrive after some delay. When asking about disputes, both parties will incur significant expenses, and the other party will actively seek reconciliation. When asking about military matters, there will be excessive consumption of supplies and resources, and great caution is required.

畢法云：脫上逢脫防虛詐，后合占婚豈用媒。課經云：支加干為宅來就人，買屋不費力。古鑑：辛酉生人，己酉年寅將占謁縣令，曰：三合盜氣，支又來脫干，遠涉徒費。泆女淫蕩，末財坐墓，縱有厚贈，旋以狎邪耗盡。行年螣蛇銜劍，貴人在後，被克而怒，必主後來嫌怨不足。其人曰：彼有札召我，何為不去。及至，初相見，款洽厚贈。尋因遇友引入妓家，遂傾所有。令知之，果見誚讓，情禮頓疏，潦倒而歸。

The "Bifa Fu" says: If there is another leakage and consumption on top of leakage and consumption, one must beware of false and fraudulent acts; when the Heavenly Empress and Liu He combine to predict marriage, the man and woman have already had private relations, so there is no need for a matchmaker. The "Ke Jing" says: When the day branch is placed above the day stem, it indicates that the house is actively coming to meet the person, so buying a house requires no effort. The following is an old case: A person born in the year Xinyou consulted a divination to ask whether it was advisable to visit the county magistrate. The diviner said: The three harmonies form a group of thieves and leakage, and the day branch again consumes the day stem. Traveling a long distance will only result in wasting money. A lesson about a promiscuous woman indicates licentiousness; the wealth god in the final transmission is seated in the grave, so even if the other party gives a large gift, it will be spent quickly on visiting prostitutes. The person's age is occupied by the Teng Snake with a sword in its mouth, and the nobleman retreats behind, being attacked and angry, so there will certainly be disputes and mutual dissatisfaction later. The person did not accept this, saying: He has invited me with an invitation, why not go. When he arrived there, he was indeed warmly received and given generous gifts; soon he met a friend who led him to a brothel, and all his money was spent at once. When the county magistrate found out, he scolded him in front of everyone, and the relationship and etiquette became distant, so he had to return home in poverty.

課體：知一，元胎。課義：脫空破碎，丁鬼宅內，初馬鬼馳，生祿後泰。

This lesson's "Lesson Pattern" is "Zhi Yi" and "Yuan Tai" appearing together, indicating that in all matters one can only hold to one side, and start anew from the beginning. The meaning of the lesson is that the fire in the position of the day stem, which is巳, is draining my energy, is in the empty term of the ten days, and carries the凶煞 of fragmentation; the hidden dry stem丁's酉 metal official ghost is occupying the home within the day branch's domain; the first transmission is the official ghost riding the post-horse and rushing in; until the middle transmission meets the long life亥 water of the jia wood, and the final transmission meets the virtue god and禄 god寅 wood of the jia wood, the situation then turns peaceful.

解曰：巳乃旬空，又為破碎煞，今臨干上，脫干之氣，不可守也。酉為日鬼，又遁旬丁，今臨支上，不可就也。遂投初傳，則逢鬼乘驛馬。幸坐空方，不為大害。進而中末，始遇亥之長生，寅之德祿，蓋至是而後泰然也。

The fire in the snake hour is exactly at the empty position of this ten-day cycle, and also serves as a breaking and damaging evil star. Now it is positioned on the day stem, specifically draining the vital energy of the Jia wood. It is not safe to keep it there. The酉 metal is the official ghost for the Jia day, and it has also emerged from the stem of the current ten-day cycle, the Ding stem. Now it is positioned on the day branch, and it is not safe to rely on it either. Thus, it turns to the first transmission, but encounters the official ghost riding on the post-horse rushing forward. Fortunately, it is seated at the empty position, reducing the severity of the evil influence, and not causing major harm. Moving further to the middle and final transmissions, it finally meets the亥 water, which is the long life of the Jia wood, and the寅 wood, which is the virtue and禄 god. At this point, the situation becomes stable.

斷曰：知一之卦，長生元胎，凡事先難後易。巳雖空破，卻能制鬼。遂使三傳遞生，助起末傳德祿，故巳火不作空論，實為救神。但貴人皆受囚辱，貴不治事，不可干謁妄動。

The interpretation states: Knowing that the first divination includes both growth and original vitality, all matters will first be difficult and then become easy. Although the巳 fire is both empty and broken, it can control the酉 metal official ghost with fire; precisely because of this, the three transmissions form a continuous chain, lifting up the virtue, spirit, and fortune of the final transmission. Therefore, this巳 fire should not be regarded as empty, but rather as the saving deity of the chart. However, the two noblemen of day and night are in a state of captivity and disgrace, and the noblemen themselves are unable to manage affairs, so one should not visit powerful people or act rashly.

天時：求晴未晴，求雨未雨。家宅：不寧，防有爭鬥口舌，火燭虛驚，人亦不旺。婚姻：晝占可合，然龍神坐空，主男家改悔。胎產：胎神臨空敗，防損。功名：官爻落空，主遲得，或有改調。求財：未見利益。投謁：貴人不悅。疾病：暴病易愈，久病不吉。失脫：元武克勾，難獲。出行：須改期。行人：寅日至。爭訟：不利投托勢要，宜解。兵戰：先難後易，宜慎。

When asking about the weather, you seek sunshine but it does not come, and you seek rain but it does not arrive. When asking about the household, the home is not peaceful, and there is a risk of disputes and arguments, as well as unexpected fire accidents. The family is not thriving. When asking about marriage, if you consult during the day, it may be successful, but the Azure Dragon is sitting in Kongwang, indicating that the male partner may change his mind later. When asking about childbirth, the fetal deity is located in Kongwang and the败地, so there is a risk of injury to the fetus. When asking about official rank, the official star is in Kongwang, indicating that success will be delayed or that the position may be changed to another. When asking about wealth, there is no tangible benefit. When asking about meeting someone important, the nobleman is not in a good mood. When asking about illness, acute illnesses may recover easily, but chronic illnesses are unfavorable. When asking about lost items, the Black Tortoise (representing thieves) is opposing the Gou Chen (representing the captor), so the item cannot be recovered. When asking about travel, you need to change the date. When asking about a traveler, he will arrive on the day of寅. When asking about disputes, it is not advisable to rely on powerful people, and reconciliation is better. When asking about military matters, it will be difficult at first but easier later, so caution is necessary.

畢法云：貴人蹉跌事參差。纂要云：干上巳，晝占乘太常，干生上神，上神又生天將。凡占盡被脫耗，多虛詐不實，又白虎入喪車。惟申加巳發用為的，占病可畏。匯函云：甲日申為青龍，主財帛出其道路，或主遠信寄物。又申作龍，加孟為銀匠、鐵匠、僧人。

The "Bifa Fu" says: When the Nobleman is in a fallen position, affairs become uneven and incomplete. The "Lunin Zuan Yao" says: When the Day Stem is in the position of Si fire, and during daytime divination it is accompanied by Tai Chang, the Day Stem generates the upper god, which in turn generates the Heavenly General, and this transmission continues outward; such a lesson is characterized by continuous leakage and consumption, and is mostly false and unreliable. Moreover, if the White Tiger enters the position of the funeral carriage, it becomes even more ominous. Among these, the case where Shen metal is applied to Si and initiates the transmission is the most accurate, and when used to divinate illness, it is very dangerous. The "Lunin Hui Han" says: On the day of Jia, Shen metal is the Azure Dragon, indicating wealth coming from the road or messages and items arriving from afar; when Shen metal acts as the Azure Dragon and is placed in the position of the first third, the person referred to is a silversmith, blacksmith, or monk.

課體：涉害，間傳，斬關，登三天，狡童。課義：空財動取，馬載鬼虎，貴坐天門，罡塞鬼戶。

This lesson's "Lesson Pattern" is "Involving Harm" — there are many instances of conflict, but it is impossible to determine superiority, so the one that has suffered the deepest harm is used as the initiating transmission. The three transmissions are at the positions of Chen, Wu, and Shen, which are connected by intervals, forming "Intermediate Transmission." The sequence from Chen through Wu to Shen is known as "Ascending Three Heavens," like climbing a heavenly ladder, requiring passage through three dangerous levels. The Tiangang (Chen) earth is added to the day and used as the initiating transmission, which is called "Cutting the Gate." The Liu He and Heavenly Empress are both present in the transmissions, forming "Cunning Boy." The meaning of the lesson is that although the wealth god is empty, one must seek it in motion; the post-horse carries the official ghost and White Tiger rushing in; fortunately, the nobleman is sitting at the亥 position, the heavenly gate, and the Tiangang (Chen) earth blocks the ghost gate, preventing the凶鬼 from escaping.

解曰：辰為日財，既值旬空，又被夾克。雖臨干發用，然動而取之，無所得也。中傳午脫干氣，末傳日鬼，晝乘白虎，加以驛馬載之而行，其動必速也。雖貴登天門，罡塞鬼戶，仕宦最為吉兆。常人終畏虎鬼，不宜冒昧前行。

Chen earth is the wealth god for Jia day stem, but it lies in the旬空, and is sandwiched between two spirits that come torestrain it. Although it is located on the day stem and initiates the transmission, once one tries to take it, nothing can be obtained. The middle transmission, Wu fire, specially drains the original energy of the day stem. The final transmission, Shen metal, is the official ghost for Jia wood. During the day, the lesson starts with the superior White Tiger, and the post-horse carries it along, so when it moves, it will certainly be very quick. In this lesson, the nobleman is on the Hai position, the heavenly stem blocks the ghost door, which is the best omen for someone in official position; but for ordinary people, they cannot resist the power of the White Tiger and the official ghost, so they should not rush forward recklessly.

斷曰：涉害之卦，間傳順進，號登三天，多歷艱危，全無憑藉。又斗罡加日發用，格合斬關，龍合入傳，神藏煞沒，宜逃災避難，默干陰謀。又孤辰發用，惟利僧道。自干傳支，當虛己就人，然亦有聲無實也。

The interpretation states: In a divination chart involving harm, the three transmissions proceed in a sequential manner through the trigrams, known as "ascending to the Three Heavens." The path is filled with repeated difficulties and dangers, yet there is no support to rely upon. Furthermore, since the star of the battlefield and the earth element are added to the day stem to initiate the transmission, the pattern matches "cutting the gate." The Azure Dragon and Liu He are both present in the three transmissions; auspicious spirits are hidden and malevolent influences are concealed. At this time, it is advisable to escape from calamity and avoid difficulties, and to plan secretly. Moreover, when Guchen initiates the transmission, it is only beneficial for monks and Taoists. The three transmissions proceed from the day stem to the day branch, and the diviner should humbly seek others' help. However, even if one goes, it will bring only a false reputation without real benefits.

天時：孟雨不雨。家宅：主人出外，兼防陰私逃失之事。婚姻：不宜，亦不成。胎產：主逾期，主難產。功名：先難後易，無中生有。求財：主非光明之財，且歸烏有。疾病：肝經受傷，久病及小兒病凶，藥宜瀉肺。失脫：難尋，逃亡不獲。出行：利逃災避難，然不果行。行人：失約未來。爭訟：必得於遠方，然消解不成訟。兵戰：季春吉，餘不利。

When asking about the weather, it appears that rain is coming but does not actually fall. When asking about the household, the male head of the family is away, and there should be caution against private affairs, fleeing, and theft. When asking about marriage, it is not suitable and the relationship cannot be formed. When asking about childbirth, the delivery will be overdue and difficult. When asking about official success, it will be difficult at first but easy later, and something may be achieved from nothing. When asking about seeking wealth, the money obtained is not legitimate and in the end will disappear. When asking about illness, the liver meridian is injured, and both the sick person and children are in danger; treatment should focus on draining the lung metal to save the liver wood. When asking about lost items, they are hard to find, and the person has already fled, so they cannot be recovered. When asking about travel, it is only favorable for escaping disasters, but in reality, the journey cannot be made. When asking about a person's arrival, the person has missed the appointment and has not come. When asking about disputes, the matter will certainly involve distant places, but eventually it will be resolved without going to court. When asking about military actions, it is favorable in the third lunar month, but unfavorable at other times.

畢法云：我求彼事干傳支，虎臨干鬼凶速速，罡塞鬼戶任謀為。類神云：六合與天后同入傳，謂之狡童卦。占人多不正，所為奸弊，兼防有失。六合臨辰主宰殺，又曰違禮，又曰持巾。括囊賦云：內出外而己求。陽人陰而彼索。

The "Bifa Fu" says: When the three transmissions proceed from the day stem to the day branch, it indicates that I am seeking someone else; when the White Tiger is seated on the official ghost position of the day stem, misfortune comes quickly and urgently; when the Tiangang blocks the ghost gate, malevolent spirits cannot cause harm, and no matter how one plans, it will be successful. The "Lei Shen" says: When the Liu He and the Heavenly Empress both enter the three transmissions, it is called the "Jiaotong Gu" divination, and the person asking the question is mostly engaged in improper behavior, with hidden evils, and should also beware of losses; when the Liu He is at the Chen position, it indicates slaughter and killing, also called "Weilǐ" and "Chijin." The "Kuanang Fu" says: When the three transmissions proceed from inside to outside, it indicates that I am seeking someone else; when they proceed from a yang position into a yin position, it indicates that others are seeking me.

課體：重審，進茹，孤辰。課義：支干拱傳，空脫雙全，孟進不進，耗盜憂煎。

This lesson's "Lesson Pattern" is "Re-examination." The three transmissions are in the branches of Chen, Si, and Wu, which follow each other in sequence from beginning to end, forming a "Progressive Transmission." The Useful God also falls in the position of Guchen, indicating loneliness and lack of support. The meaning of the lesson states that the卯 (Mao) on the Day Stem and the未 (Wei) on the Day Branch are positioned before and after, enclosing the three transmissions in between. However, these three transmissions are both in Kongwang and are泄气 (leaking energy), thus suffering from two bad conditions. Therefore, although there is a desire to move forward, it cannot be achieved, resulting in loss, theft, and deep anxiety.

解曰：干上卯，支上未，拱夾三傳辰巳午在內，聯珠合璧，凡事可成。但初傳空財，引入中末，空脫破碎，毫無利益耳。辰未皆為墓神，又皆為日財。今未覆支而辰發用，所謂支墳財並也。雖號進茹，而難於進，進則逢空被脫，能免憂煎乎。

The day stem is卯 wood and the day branch is未 earth, with the three transmissions of辰,巳, and午 sandwiched in between. This forms a favorable pattern where things can be accomplished. Unfortunately, the first transmission is a fallen wealth god, which leads the middle and final transmissions into emptiness, resulting in a situation of complete void, leakage, and fragmentation, with no real gains. Both辰 and未 are Tomb Spirit and also the wealth gods for甲 day. Now, the未 earth is covering the day branch, and the辰 earth is initiating the transmission. This is called 「支坟财并」—the house is occupied by a grave and the wealth god is buried at the same time. Although it is called advancing, in reality, it is difficult to move forward. As soon as it advances, it meets the void, suffers leakage and loss, how can one avoid worry and distress?

斷曰：重審之卦，順進連茹，一下賊上，多逆少順。龍戰主乎狐疑，孤辰不免煢獨。若有僥倖之得，必有無意之失。網刃坐於干支，虎鬼臨於墓上，進而得尺，不如退而守寸。如在外經商，必然折本傷財，致有羈旅之嘆。

The divination states: This is a case of re-examination, with the three transmissions connected in a continuous sequence moving in order. It indicates that the lower deity is overcoming the upper deity, thus leading to many difficulties and few favorable circumstances. The卯 position is the "Dragon Struggle" place, indicating uncertainty in the mind. The Guchen is present in the chart, inevitably leading to loneliness and lack of companionship. If oneby chance gains something, there will surely be unexpected losses afterwards. The Heaven Net and Earth Net, along with the Yangren malevolent stars, are seated upon the day stem and day branch. The White Tiger and official ghost spirits are also present on the tomb deity. It is better to retreat a little and hold on than to advance a little and gain. If a person is engaged in business away from home, they will certainly suffer losses and financial setbacks, ending up in a situation of being a stranger in a foreign land, with no way to advance or retreat, leading to sighs of regret.

天時：求雨無雨，求晴難晴。家宅：主虛耗，兼防口舌。婚姻：不成。胎產：占胎不宜，占產立下。功名：無成，夜占貴臨宅上，墓神未中藏申，官主門蔭或誥封。求財：中末助初財，似可有得，然初空，屢有改變。疾病：墓臨宅，未中申為家鬼，名曰墓呼；占病凶，宜禱家神保佑。失脫：主奴婢盜竊，夜占勾臨日克元，可獲。出行：主驀然遠出，孤客傍徨。行人：稽遲在彼。爭訟：主以下抗上，不利，宜解。兵戰：宜慎。

Inquiring about the weather, seeking rain fails to bring rain, and seeking clear weather also fails to clear. Inquiring about the household, it indicates great losses with no gain, and one should also beware of disputes and gossip. Inquiring about marriage, it suggests the relationship will not succeed. Inquiring about childbirth, if one is pregnant, it is not suitable; if one is about to give birth, delivery can happen immediately. Inquiring about official rank, there is no achievement; however, when the divination is cast at night, the nobleman is present at the house, and the tomb god is hidden in the earth with the metal of the monkey, officials may hope to obtain status through ancestral favor or imperial appointment. Inquiring about wealth, the middle and final transmissions both support the initial transmission of the wealth god, seemingly promising success, but the initial transmission is empty, and there are frequent changes in the hexagram. Inquiring about illness, the tomb god is pressing on the house, and the hidden metal of the monkey in the earth is the family ghost, which is called "tomb call"; the illness is dangerous, and it is advisable to pray for the protection of the household gods. Inquiring about lost items, it indicates theft by servants or maids; when the divination is cast at night, the Gou Chen is on the day stem and overpowers the Yuan Wu, and the item can still be recovered. Inquiring about travel, it suggests a sudden long journey, and being alone outside with confusion. Inquiring about a traveler, the person is delayed at the destination. Inquiring about disputes, it indicates subordinates acting against superiors, and the situation is unfavorable; it is better to resolve the dispute. Inquiring about military matters, one must be cautious.

畢法云：進茹空亡宜退步，所謀多拙遭羅網。纂要云：三傳皆是空亡，便宜退步。庶甲木不為火爐，奈支干前後夾定空脫，盡被耗散，無有窮期。如遇丑為年命，即當退就祿神。玉華略云：木遇三孤，乃寡婦之煞。

The "Bifa Fu" says: If the three transmissions fall into empty positions in a lesson of advancing and consuming, one should retreat; the affairs one seeks to accomplish are mostly clumsy and will end up trapped in a net. The "Lun Yin Zuan Yao" says: If all three transmissions are in empty positions, it is most suitable to retreat and withdraw, so that the jia wood does not become fuel in a furnace and be burned up; but unfortunately, the day stem and day branch before and after tightly enclose the empty positions and leaking energy, causing everything to be consumed and there is no end. If the person's year of birth and true destiny happen to be the chou earth, then one should retreat and rely on the禄神 yin wood. The "Yuhua Lue" says: When the wood deity meets three times the Guchen, it is an Inauspicious Sha indicating loneliness and isolation.

課體：伏吟，自信，斬關，稼穡，遊子。課義：三傳日辰，總數財神，丑未白虎，大吉乘辛。

This lesson's "Lesson Pattern" is "Hidden Chant" — the Heaven Plate and Earth Plate are completely overlapping, so all matters are hidden and motionless; "Hidden Chant" on a yin day is also called "Self-Confidence," meaning that everything depends on oneself. The Tiangang (Chen) is on the day's initiating transmission, forming "Cutting the Gate"; the three transmissions are Chen, Wei, and Chou, all earth deities, forming "Cultivating and Harvesting"; the three transmissions are also the deities of the four seasons, Chen, Xu, Chou, and Wei, so it is called "Wanderer," indicating being away from home. The lesson's meaning is that the three transmissions together with the upper deity of the day's stem and branch are all the wealth deities of Jia Wood; Chou and Wei both ride the White Tiger, and the final transmission Chou (which is called "Daji") further hides the official ghost of Xin Metal.

解曰：三傳純土，及日辰陰陽，皆為日財。總而數之，遍地財神，宜若取之不窮矣。然發用空亡，已為虛而不實之象。又晝未夜丑，皆乘白虎。末傳大吉，旬遁辛鬼。鬼乘夜虎，其凶彌甚。孰謂財多無害也哉。

The three transmissions are all of the earth element, and when combined with the yang and yin spirits of the day stem and day branch, they are all wealth that can be overcome by the wood element 乙. Thus, all over the chart there are wealth spirits, which should be inexhaustible. However, the initiating transmission, which is the earth element 辰, falls into the empty旬, starting off as empty and not substantial. Now looking at the heavenly general: in the daytime lesson, the earth element 未 is riding on the white tiger, and in the nighttime lesson, the earth element 丑 is also riding on the white tiger, both ends being this凶 general. The final transmission, which is the earth element 丑, is named Daji (Chou), but in this旬 it has hidden out the metal element 辛, becoming an official ghost that overcomes the wood element 乙. The official ghost then rides on the nighttime white tiger, making the danger even more severe. Who would dare say that having abundant wealth is without harm?

斷曰：自信之卦，局合稼穡，斗罡臨日發用，既號斬關。三傳俱屬季神，亦名遊子。靜則伏匿而未發，動則艱阻而不寧。末傳虎乘遁鬼，占者必因財致訟，因食傷身。知幾君子，能遠棄其財，急流勇退，乃可永貞而無咎。

The divination states: This hexagram forms a cultivated land earth pattern, with the star of the constellation and the earth element approaching the day and initiating the transmission. Hence, it is called cutting the gate. All three transmissions belong to the four seasons deities, so it is also called the wanderer. When it is in a still state, it is a latent and unmanifested condition. Once it is activated, there will be difficulties everywhere and no peace. The final transmission has the white tiger riding on the hidden metal official ghost of the hidden metal, indicating that the person will certainly involve in legal disputes over money and suffer physical harm from food and drink. Those who understand the subtle signs can distance themselves from this money and withdraw from the turbulent situation, thus maintaining the right path and avoiding misfortune.

天時：溼蒸而無雨，後有風雷。家宅：晝占主宅有伏尸，夜占多蛇鼠穴。婚姻：不成。胎產：主胎伏不動，後忽動不安，防損漏。功名：宜捐財得微職，或屯田開墾效力。求財：始無得，終有禍。疾病：主脾病，初起不妨，久者不吉。失脫：難獲。出行：猶豫未定。行人：流落未歸。爭訟：主為田土之事，宜解散。兵戰：宜屯田固守，交鋒無利。

Inquiring about the weather, the dampness rises but no rain falls, followed by wind and thunder. Inquiring about the household, if the divination is cast during the day, it indicates that there are buried unclaimed corpses beneath the house; if cast at night, there are often snake dens and rat holes. Inquiring about marriage, it indicates that the marriage will not succeed. Inquiring about pregnancy, it indicates that the fetus is dormant and not moving, but later suddenly becomes restless, requiring caution against miscarriage and injury. Inquiring about official rank, it is advisable to obtain a small position by contributing money or to serve through reclaiming wasteland for farming in order to advance. Inquiring about seeking wealth, initially nothing is gained, but eventually misfortune is brought about. Inquiring about illness, it indicates illness of the spleen and stomach; at the beginning of the illness, there is no great harm, but if prolonged, it is not auspicious. Inquiring about lost items, they are difficult to recover. Inquiring about travel, there is hesitation and indecision, and the decision cannot be made. Inquiring about a traveler, they are stranded outside and have not returned. Inquiring about disputes, the cause is mostly related to land or property, and it is advisable to mediate and resolve the dispute. Inquiring about military affairs, it is advisable to cultivate farmland and hold a defensive position; going out to fight will not bring advantage.

畢法云：傳財化鬼財休覓，支乘墓虎有伏尸，干支乘墓各昏迷。課經云：此卦不宜求財，為借錢還債不明。訂訛云：遊子並斬關為絕跡課。指竅云：四季稼穡，辰為五陽之促，又為更新。白虎主喪服，惟乙日不妨。虎蛇主虛耗。

The "Bifa Fu" says: If the wealth god in the three transmissions transforms into the official ghost, then this wealth should not be pursued anymore; if the day branch is occupied by the tomb god and the white tiger, there must be unclaimed corpses beneath the house; if both the day stem and day branch are occupied by the tomb god, both parties are confused and unclear. The "Ke Jing" says: This hexagram is not suitable for seeking wealth, because it resembles borrowing new debts to repay old ones, with unclear accounts. The "Ding'E" says: If a traveler's hexagram is combined with a cutting gate, it becomes the "Jue Ji Ke," indicating the master has completely vanished. The "Zhi Qiao" says: The gods of the four seasons, chen, xu, chou, and wei, form the harvest and cultivation; chen is the conclusion of the five yang energies and signifies renewal; the white tiger usually indicates mourning, but it is not harmful on the yi day; when the white tiger and teng snake appear together, it indicates loss without gain.

課體：昴星，掩目，勵德。課義：支上旬首，干上旬尾，首尾紆迴，虎視可畏。

The "Lesson Pattern" of this lesson is "昴星" (昴 Star). Since there is neither mutual overcoming nor remote overcoming among the four lessons, the god is taken from the You Palace (the position of昴 Star) to initiate the transmission. On a yin day, the昴 Star is also called "冬蛇掩目" (Winter Snake Covering the Eyes), which signifies darkness and confusion. The three transmissions and the day branch are in harmony and without conflict, so this lesson is also called "励德" (Encouraging Virtue), which is suitable for cultivating virtue and maintaining righteousness. The meaning of the lesson is that the day branch is the beginning of the current ten-day period, which is the "午" (Wu) of the current ten-day period, and the day stem is the end of the current ten-day period, which is the "卯" (Mao) of the current ten-day period. The beginning and the end are connected in a circular manner, continuing without interruption. This lesson is also called "虎视" (Tiger Watching), which is like a fierce tiger watching from the side, which is very frightening.

解曰：午為旬首，臨干支上；卯為旬尾，臨於干上，首尾紆迴不斷。倘逢災難，未易解脫也。況卦名虎視，所投不利。閉口之祿不可守，昴星之財不可取，歸干支上，坐墓守困而已。

The stem Wu is the beginning of the Jiawu decade, and it appears above the day stem and day branch; the branch Mao is the end of this decade and also appears above the day stem. The beginning and end connect in a circular manner, forming a loop that cannot be escaped. Once a disaster occurs, it is difficult to escape. Moreover, this divination is called "Tiger's Gaze," which is unfavorable regardless of which direction one turns. Although Mao Wood is the禄神 (favorable god) for the day stem Yi, it has become the "closed mouth" pattern, which cannot be held onto. The wealth god derived from the昴星 (a star) also cannot be approached. In the end, one can only return to the day stem and day branch, sitting in the Tomb Spirit (burial god) and enduring thepredicament (困境).

斷曰：昴星之卦，亦名冬蛇掩目，乃闇昧憂驚之象。春日占之，卯祿正旺，宜守分知足，自見安寧。又干支互乘死氣，卯雖旺祿，名為閉口，變而為六害。晝乘六合，當主自己煎熬。所喜末助初財，然亦不宜妄動。

The divination says: The course of the昴 star is called Winter Snake Covering the Eyes on a yin day, indicating a state of darkness, confusion, fear, and anxiety. If this course is taken in spring, the卯 wood is the official star which is prosperous and strong. As long as one remains content and does not overstep, safety can be ensured. However, the day stem and day branch are both riding on death qi; although the卯 wood is prosperous, it is called closed mouth, and this turns into the sixth harm. During the day, the course starts on卯 with the Liu He, indicating inner turmoil. Fortunately, the final transmission can support the first transmission's wealth god. Even so, one should not act recklessly.

天時：陰晦沉寒，久而得霽。家宅：主家有土工，廳堂多塵埃，或有怪異官非。婚姻：有阻不成。胎產：主婢妾私孕。功名：有官者轉職增俸，餘無利。求財：有得，得力於奴僕，終防有耗。疾病：主傷腰膂，或中虛。失脫：可獲。出行：驛馬臨第四課，主忽有遠行。行人：即至。爭訟：有解。兵戰：少利，遇辰則吉。

Inquiring about the weather, it indicates that the sky is gloomy and dark, with cold air not dissipating, and it will take a long time before the weather clears. Inquiring about the household, it suggests that there is construction work going on in the house, dust accumulating in the hall, or strange occurrences and legal disputes. Inquiring about marriage, there are obstacles in the middle, making it difficult to succeed. Inquiring about childbirth, it indicates that a servant or concubine is secretly pregnant. Inquiring about official positions, those who already hold an official post may be transferred and receive a higher salary, while others will not benefit. Inquiring about wealth, there will be some gain, and it will be aided by servants, but one should still be cautious of losses. Inquiring about illness, it suggests injury to the waist or spine, or weakness in the vital energy. Inquiring about lost items, they can be recovered. Inquiring about travel, the post-horse is in the fourth lesson, indicating a sudden need to travel far. Inquiring about a traveler, they will arrive soon. Inquiring about disputes, they can be resolved. Inquiring about military matters, the benefits are not great, but it is favorable on the day of the day branch and the month of the day branch.

畢法云：首尾相見始終宜，人宅皆死各衰羸，旺祿臨身徒妄作，魁度天門關隔定。斷驗：丁丑六月未將，代占一職方請開邊。曰：昴星雖無蛇虎入傳，只宜靜守。貴居本位，驛馬旬空，天門魁隔，中傳斷橋。凡事有阻，不利舉動。況朱雀犯歲君，必攖上怒。日臨死地，辰臨敗地，後必有禍。疏上果謫戍，壬午歲起，任邊事以失機典刑。

The "Bifa Fu" says: When the first and last days of a ten-day period meet, the situation is still appropriate; when both the person and the house are afflicted by death qi, both are in a state of great decline; when a strong禄神 is present on one's own day stem, it only leads to unnecessary movement; when the Hekui (Xu) crosses over the亥 position of the heavenly gate, the path ahead is blocked and determined. The following is a practical case: In the year Dingchou, during the sixth lunar month, using the Wei as the starting point, a lesson was cast for an official in the Bureau of Military Affairs to inquire about submitting a memorial requesting the expansion of the border. The interpreter said: Although the昴 star lesson lacks the Teng Snake and White Tiger in the transmission, it is only suitable for quiet defense. The nobleman remains in his original position without movement, the post-horse falls into the旬空, the heavenly gate is blocked by Hekui, and the middle transmission is subject to the "broken bridge" taboo: all affairs face obstacles, and it is not favorable to take action. Moreover, the Vermilion Bird conflicts with the sovereign, inevitably angering the sovereign; the day stem is in the death position, and the day branch is in the defeat position, so misfortune is certain to come later. After submitting the memorial, the person was indeed demoted and exiled to the border. In the year Renwu, he was reinstated and took charge of border affairs, but was later executed for military negligence.

課體：昴星，掩目，元胎。課義：元胎衰替，孟臨季位，支嗣空亡，長生無氣。

This lesson pattern remains "Mao Star" combined with a yin day's "Winter Snake Covering Eyes," also known as "Original Embryo." The lesson meaning indicates that this original embryo has already declined and deteriorated, because the four young gods are pressing upon the four seasonal positions of chen, xu, chou, and wei, cutting off the flow of qi; the巳 fire in the day branch, representing descendants and heirs, has fallen into the empty position of the ten-day cycle; although the long life of the yi wood, which is the亥 water, is present, it has no life qi and cannot support the day stem.

解曰：凡元胎卦，必四孟相加，故止有生胎、病胎、絕胎之名。此卦三傳，俱坐衰地，由孟臨季位而發傳。但取干支上神，不由地盤故也。巳為嗣息，臨支落空，徒為虛脫。亥雖長生，但昴星發用無力，兼人衰方，被丑土剋制，不足恃也。

All original birth courses must be formed by adding the four young months of寅, 申, 巳, and 亥. Therefore, there are only three types: birth, illness, and death. In this case, all three transmissions are seated on declining positions, which is caused by the four young months' spirits pressing upon the four seasonal positions and initiating the transmissions. This is because the昴 star course only takes the upper god from the day stem and day branch, without following the earth plate in order. The fire of巳 represents descendants and heirs, but it is seated on the day branch and falls into kongwang, resulting in emptiness and loss. The water of亥, although it is the long life of the wood of乙, is not strong enough since the initiating transmission of昴 star is weak, and the day stem is already declining. Moreover, the water of亥 is restrained by the earth of丑, making it unreliable.

斷曰：昴星之卦，柔日名為冬蛇掩目，主驚憂不定，進退無憑之象。始見順利，旋成乖隔。因三傳俱坐克脫之鄉，且自上生下，全無旺相也。喜初傳晝夜皆乘水將，可以助亥育干。

The interpretation states: The lesson of the昴 star occurs on a day of yin flexibility, known as Winter Snake Covering the Eyes, indicating fear, anxiety, uncertainty, and mental instability. Advancing has no basis, retreating has no support. At first it seems smooth, but soon things turn against each other, leading to separation. This is because all three transmissions fall in positions that are being restrained or drained, and the energy flows from above downward, gradually dissipating, with no signs of prosperity or strength. Fortunately, the first transmission, regardless of whether the divination is done in the day or night, is accompanied by a heavenly general of water, which can support the亥 water and nourish the day stem.

天時：久雨難晴，占雨即得。家宅：主虛耗，必為子孫喜事多費。婚姻：晝占吉而龍神空陷，主男家不孟就。胎產：孕婦多病，產速而不長進。功名：晝占或得父蔭，或文字之力。求財：不利。疾病：不安，久病忌。失脫：不獲。出行：有驚憂。行人：淹滯。爭訟：易解。兵戰：敵兵空營而去。

When asking about the weather, prolonged rain will not clear up soon; if the inquiry is about seeking rain, it will rain immediately. When asking about the household, it indicates unnecessary expenses, and certainly a lot of money will be spent on the joyous affairs of the descendants. When asking about marriage, the daytime divination shows auspiciousness from textbooks, but the Azure Dragon is in a bad position, indicating the male party is unwilling to proceed with this marriage. When asking about childbirth, the pregnant woman will suffer much pain, giving birth quickly but the child will not be strong. When asking about official rank, the daytime divination suggests either benefiting from the father's influence or achieving success through scholarly efforts. When asking about seeking wealth, it is unfavorable. When asking about illness, the condition is unstable, especially for those who are long-term sick, it is particularly dangerous. When asking about lost items, they cannot be recovered. When asking about travel, there will be fear and worries on the way. When asking about a traveler, he will be delayed halfway. When asking about disputes, it is easy to reach a reconciliation. When asking about military affairs, the enemy will abandon their camp and retreat.

畢法云：不行傳者考初時。指掌賦云：昴星陰陽無克，從至陰處討出消息來，俯視者憂近。古鑑：丑將占賊曰：元武剋日，必主破財。青龍克酉，賊本合敗，卻被旺亥反制巳火，賊得水中伏匿。戌為來路，亥為去方，皆在西北。酉為賊本家，必屬雞。酉六亥四，遁得乙八丁六。酉無氣不倍，當於二十四里外，門前有林木，屋後有水處捕之，果驗。

The "Bifa Fu" says: If the three transmissions do not flow or progress in the course of the lesson, one should examine the first transmission and the time of divination. The "Zhipang Fu" says: In the lesson of the昴 star, if both yin and yang are not in conflict, one must seek information from the most hidden place; among those that look down, there is a sign of imminent trouble. Here is an old case: A person used the Chou general to set a lesson to catch a thief. The diviner said: Yuanwu (Black Tortoise) is in conflict with the day stem, so there will certainly be a loss of wealth. Qinglong (Azure Dragon) is in conflict with the You metal, which should mean the thief's defeat, but the strong and prosperous Wu water reverses and controls the Si fire, so the thief hides by the water. Xu is the path the thief came from, and Hai is the direction the thief went to, both in the northwest. You is the original place of the thief, so the person must be a rooster. The number of You is six, the number of Hai is four, the number of遁干 (hidden stem) Yi is eight, and the number of Ding is six; since You metal is without strength, it cannot be doubled, so take six multiplied by four to get twenty-four. The thief should be found twenty-four li away, where there is a forest in front of the door and water behind the house. Later, it turned out to be true.

課體：重審，稼穡，勵德，遊子。課義：干就支所，財宜急取，稍緩遭昏，丑辛可懼。

This divination lesson has the "Lesson Pattern" of "Re-examination." The three transmissions are all earth, yet they still form the pattern of "Cultivating Crops." It also combines the patterns of "Moral Cultivation" and "Wandering Child." The meaning of the lesson indicates that the Day Stem actively moves into the territory of the Day Branch, where wealth should be taken early. A slight hesitation will result in being covered by the Tomb Spirit (mound spirit) of the Earthly Branch Wei, leading to confusion and obstruction. Moreover, the initiating transmission has the Earthly Branch Chou (Ox) escaping from the Heavenly Stem Xin (Metal), becoming an official ghost that suppresses the Wood of Yi (Ethereal). This is the most alarming aspect.

解曰：乙課在辰，辰就支上，是為人就財所，速取為佳。若就留連，則必為未所墓，而遭其昏滯也。況丑遁辛鬼，臨干發用，有因財致禍之象，可不懼乎。

The ethereal wood stem Yi is lodging in the palace of Chen, and Chen has moved to the position of the day branch. This is called a person actively going to where wealth is located, so it is best to take it quickly and leave. If one is greedy and does not leave, it will certainly be detained by the storage of Wei earth, leading to a state of confusion and blockage. Moreover, the earth branch Chou has hidden the metal stem Xin official ghost in this cycle, and it is also on the day stem initiating transmission, clearly indicating a situation where wealth brings misfortune. How can one not feel fear?

斷曰：此重審之卦，合稼穡之局。事非順利，多歷艱辛。循理則亨，犯上不吉。四課墓覆而不備，三傳恃勢而遞刑。晝占蛇乘遁鬼，大有驚恐不寧。賴末傳未虎沖破丑墓，是為以凶制凶，聊得其平耳。攜金告貴，納粟奏名則吉。

The divination indicates this is a case of re-examination, forming a pattern of cultivated land and grain soil. Affairs will not proceed smoothly, with a long and arduous journey; following conventional principles will lead to success, but acting against authority will bring misfortune. The four lessons are covered and suppressed by the tomb god and are incomplete. The three transmissions each rely on the power of earth and mutually attack and harm each other. During the day, the Teng Snake is mounted on a hidden official ghost, showing a very alarming and uneasy situation. Reliance is placed on the final transmission, where the earth of the hour is assisted by the White Tiger to break through the tomb of the ox earth, which is called using evil to control evil, achieving only a temporary balance. If one goes to appeal to a nobleman with money or offers grain and money to seek official status, it will instead be auspicious.

天時：溼蒸霾霧，晴陰不定。家宅：人往就宅，昏晦不寧。婚姻：夜占可合，亦見刑沖。胎產：不實。功名：夜戰利，宜捐貲而得之。求財：宜見機急取，戀則生災。疾病：求神則吉，但防尊長。失脫：難獲。出行：不果。行人：晝占至，夜占得空信。爭訟：主為妻財，或酒食起釁。兵戰：宜防伏兵。

When asking about the weather, the dampness rises and the sky is filled with heavy mist and haze, with the weather changing from clear to cloudy without a fixed pattern. When asking about the family home, it is a place where people move in, and the house is dark and unsettled. When asking about marriage, the course can be formed at night, but there is still punishment and clash. When asking about pregnancy, the fetal energy is not solid. When asking about official rank, it is advantageous to cast the course at night, and it is suitable to make donations and pay grain to achieve success. When asking about seeking wealth, one must seize the opportunity quickly and take it away; if one is greedy and does not let go, disaster will occur. When asking about illness, praying to deities is auspicious, but one must be careful of matters concerning the family elders. When asking about lost items, they are difficult to recover. When asking about travel, it cannot be accomplished. When asking about a person on the way, if the course is cast during the day, the person can arrive, but if cast at night, only an unreliable message will be received. When asking about disputes, the cause is often related to the wife and money, or quarrels arising from food and drink. When asking about military matters, one must be cautious of ambushes.

畢法云：賓主不投刑在上，傳財化鬼財休覓。課經云：三宮皆土，兄弟以力相傷，為恃勢刑。斷驗：庚辰生人，戊申戌將占財產，曰：日上見財乘龍，又臨行年，主進田產，不用錢買。中傳朱雀，有人爭競。末傳未作天后，應歸還內戚。日就支財，旋得眾貲。卻因門前有墳侵界興訟，財化為鬼。若非春占乙旺，則不惟破橫得之財。即在己者，亦須破盡也，皆驗。

The "Bifa Fu" says: When the subject and the ruler do not harmonize, it is because the god of mutual punishment is present; if the wealth god in the three transmissions turns into the official ghost, there is no need to search for wealth. The "Ke Jing" says: If the three transmissions and three palaces are all earth, it is like brothers relying on their strength to fight each other, which is called "relying on power to cause punishment." The following is a practical case: A person born in the year Gengchen used the hour Xu to cast a divination in the year Wushen, asking about property. The diviner said: The day stem has the wealth god riding the Azure Dragon, and it is exactly the occupant's age, indicating that property will enter the house without any cost; the middle transmission is the Vermilion Bird, meaning someone will come forward to compete; the final transmission is the earth of Wei, acting as the Heavenly Empress, so in the end the property will be returned to the wife's family. Since the day stem moves directly to the day branch's wealth, the person soon received a large sum of money from many people, but later he got into a lawsuit over a graveyard encroaching on his land, and the wealth turned into official ghosts. If this had been cast in spring when the wood of Yi was strong, not only would this unexpected wealth be lost, but also his original property would be completely lost. Later, everything came true.

課體：元首，曲直，淫泆。課義：貴臨乙木，支乘干祿，仔細推之，無禮反目。

The lesson pattern is "Yuan Shou" (Primordial Head). The three transmissions form the wood triad of Hai-Mao-Wei, indicating the "Qu Zhi" (Flexible and Straight) pattern. The Heavenly Empress and Liu He (Six Harmonies) are both present in the lesson and transmissions, suggesting improper behavior by a woman, which is termed "Yin Yu" (Lasciviousness). The lesson's meaning indicates that the day stem, which is Ji Mu (Ethical Wood), has the day's stem ruler, Zi Water, directly above it, and the day branch is occupied by Mao Wood, which is the禄 (favorable position) of Ji Mu. At first glance, this seems to be a favorable combination of prestige and fortune. However, upon closer examination, Zi and Mao are in conflict, resulting in the "Punishment of Impropriety." In the end, the two parties will turn against each other.

解曰：子為旦貴，臨於日干；卯為日祿，加干支上，乍視之可謂美矣。然細推之，干支上下，子未卯辰互作六害，又干上子，與支上卯，彼此相刑，無禮反目，甚可惡也。

Zi water is the nobleman for the Yi day stem during the day, and it is directly above the day stem; Mao wood is the禄神 for the Yi day stem, and it is also placed above the day stem and branch. At first glance, this is indeed a harmonious situation. However, upon closer examination, the Zi water above the day stem and the Chen earth below the day branch form a mutual six harms, and the Zi water on the day stem and the Mao wood on the day branch also mutually injure each other, which is exactly what is called the punishment of impropriety. This indicates that the two sides will turn against each other, which is truly unpleasant.

斷曰：元首之卦，局合曲直，以尊制卑。三傳比日，又且旦幕貴人，臨日陰陽。日祿長生，臨辰陰陽，宜無不吉。然交車六害，俯丘仰仇，子卯無禮，后合不正，往往自招悔吝，先吉後凶也。旺祿臨支，晝合夜鬼，會木傷支，人雖強旺，宅必傾頹。

The interpretation states: The initial chart forms a curved and straight wood pattern, indicating a structure where superiors suppress inferiors. The three transmissions and the day stem are of the same type and support each other. The day's noble and night's noble are respectively present on the day stem's yang and yin spirits; the禄神 (favorable spirit) and长生 (growth) are also present on the day branch's yang and yin spirits, which by nature should not be unfavorable. However, there is mutual conflict and harm, with looking up revealing a grave and looking down encountering enemies. The relationship between子 (rat) and卯 (rabbit) is injurious and disrespectful, while the Heavenly Empress and Liu He are in a harmonious but improper relationship, often leading to self-inflicted regret and disgrace, resulting in a transition from favorable to unfavorable. The strong禄神 (favorable spirit) falls on the day branch, making the day's chart a harmonious relationship and the night's chart an official ghost. The three transmissions form a wood pattern that harms the day branch: although the person's side is strong, the house's side will surely decline.

天時：多風有雨，長養禾稼，亦主蟲莠。家宅：防有奸私闇昧，及有伏尸。婚姻：不用。胎產：胎安，防難產。功名：得貴得祿，然美中不足。求財：有祿者不宜。疾病：不妨，然難全愈。失脫：在木器內，或在林中。出行：仕宦吉，宜用舟楫。行人：即歸。爭訟：難解。兵戰：勝，宜委糧誘敵。

When asking about the weather, there will be much wind and rain, which can nourish crops, but also lead to the growth of insects and weeds. When asking about the household, be cautious of secret affairs and also beware of buried unclaimed corpses beneath the house. When asking about marriage, this match should not be discussed further. When asking about pregnancy, the fetus is safe, but there is a risk of difficult labor at delivery. When asking about official rank, both the nobleman and the official god are favorable, but there is still some deficiency. When asking about seeking wealth, those who already have a salary should not seek more. When asking about illness, life is not in danger, but the illness is hard to cure completely. When asking about lost items, the item is inside wooden objects or in the woods. When asking about travel, it is favorable for officials, and it is suitable to travel by water by boat. When asking about a traveler, he will return soon. When asking about disputes, it is difficult to mediate. When asking about warfare, victory is possible, and it is suitable to use the method of abandoning supplies to lure the enemy into a trap.

畢法云：權攝不正祿臨支，貴雖坐獄宜臨干，賓主不投刑在上，彼此猜忌害相隨，合中犯煞蜜中砒。指南：己丑年未將，占地方安否。曰：子為游都臨干，卯為賊符臨支，發用木局為舟楫，主有賊船東來。然初中休囚，末傳太陽月建，城邑無虞也。至己亥日，果有賊自東來，水陸並進，人民駭走，繫有奸人勾引。官兵一出，賊果奔潰。

The "Bifa Fu" says: When the禄神 falls on the day branch, officials often serve as acting officials with unclear status; although the nobleman is sitting in a position of imprisonment, if it is adjacent to the day stem, it can still be used; if the host and guest do not match, it is because the god of mutual conflict is above; if there is mutual suspicion, it is because the god of mutual harm is accompanying; in a harmonious situation, if an Inauspicious Sha is involved, it is like arsenic mixed in honey. The "A Guide to Great Liuren" records: In the year Jichou, using the hexagram of Wei as the general to cast the divination, to inquire about the safety of the region. The interpreter said: The water of Zi is the "You Du"Inauspicious Sha, located on the day stem; the wood of Mao is the "Zhe Fu"Inauspicious Sha, located on the day branch; the initiating transmission is also in the wood trigram, wood representing boats, indicating that there is a thief boat coming from the east. However, the first and middle transmissions are in the state of weakness and confinement, while the final transmission is ruled by the sun and the month builder, so the city will ultimately be safe. On the day of Jihai, indeed, thieves came from the east, attacking by both water and land routes, causing panic and flight among the people. It was found that there was a traitor inside who was guiding them. When the official army moved out, the thieves scattered and fled.

課體：重審，六儀，四絕。課義：守有生路，解憂散慮，晝貴空亡，夜貴臨墓。

The lesson pattern of this divination is "Chong Shen" (Re-examination); the Six Instruments, which are the spirits of the beginning of the ten-day period, initiate the transmission, and this is called "Liu Yi" (Six Instruments), indicating a transformation from misfortune to good fortune. The transmission of the lesson falls on the place of termination, so it is also known as "Si Jue" (Four Termination Points). The meaning of the lesson suggests: staying in one's original position brings a path to survival; when taking action, it is only suitable for relieving worries and dispelling doubts, and one should not expect to achieve success. This is because the nobleman is located in Kongwang (Void) during the day, and in the storage place (Mù Kù) during the night, making both noblemen unreliable.

解曰：亥為長生，臨於日上，守之則得其益。若動而之傳，午脫日氣，晝乘天空空脫之神，惟宜解憂散慮而已。中傳財丑遁辛鬼，亦不可取。末傳夜貴坐墓，晝貴坐空，皆不足恃也。

The water of the亥 is the long life of the wood of 乙, and it is directly above the day stem, thus naturally benefiting it. However, once it is activated and enters the three transmissions, the fire in the middle transmission specifically drains the vital energy of the day stem. In the daytime lesson, the position of午 is occupied by the sky void, which is associated with deceit, and the entire transmission consists of empty and draining spirits. Such a lesson is only suitable for relieving worries and dispelling doubts, but cannot accomplish real matters. Although the earth of丑 in the middle transmission is the wealth god, it also hides the metal of 辛, the official ghost, so it cannot be taken. The night nobleman sits in the storage place in the final transmission, while the day nobleman falls into the void, and both noblemen are unreliable.

斷曰：重審之卦，事多不順，起於陰小，喜三傳遞生以生日。又旬儀發用，支儀居末，亦可逢凶化吉，得意外之遇。但卦名四絕，止宜結絕舊事，不可妄作圖新。

The interpretation says: This divination lesson indicates a review of past matters, with things mostly going against expectations, and the cause often relates to a woman's words. Fortunately, the three transmissions form a continuous chain, with each supporting the next, and finally returning to support the day stem. There is also the ritual god (仪神) initiating the transmission from the beginning of the ten-day cycle, and the ritual god of the day branch falls in the final transmission, so it is still possible to turn misfortune into good fortune and gain unexpected opportunities. However, since this lesson is called "Four Isolated" (四绝), it is only suitable for settling old accounts and matters, and one should not rashly start new plans or initiatives.

天時：晴雨得宜，可望豐歲。家宅：主有老陰人作耗，或左旁小巷坍塌。婚姻：宜贅婿。胎產：主老婢孕。功名：主有異遇，孟冬占吉。求財：恐因財致患。疾病：主身弱，防飲食暗傷。失脫：晝夜賊神俱空，難獲。出行：不宜謁貴，餘亦未利。行人：即至。爭訟：此勝彼負。兵戰：意外得捷，宜慎其後。

When asking about the weather, it indicates that the weather will be evenly sunny and rainy, and a bountiful harvest is expected. When asking about the household, it suggests that there will be a loss of property due to an elderly woman in the family, or that there may be a collapse in the left alley. When asking about marriage, it is suitable to take in a son-in-law. When asking about pregnancy, it indicates that an old servant woman is pregnant. When asking about official success, there will be unusual opportunities, and it is favorable in the first month of the tenth lunar month. When asking about seeking wealth, there is a fear of bringing misfortune through money matters. When asking about illness, it indicates a weak body and a need to be cautious of hidden harm from food. When asking about lost items, it suggests that both the gods of theft during the day and night will be ineffective, and the lost items cannot be recovered. When asking about travel, it is not advisable to visit a nobleman, and there is no benefit in other situations. When asking about a traveler, he will arrive soon. When asking about a lawsuit, our side will win and the other side will lose. When asking about military affairs, there will be unexpected victories, but caution is still needed afterwards.

畢法云：前後引從升遷吉。古鑑：一縣令巳生，寅將占前程。曰：亥雖生干，有蛇擾之。功曹作太陰合亥，曹吏為奸。午火臨絕乘空，主妻子有災。申鬼數七，七個月被曹職羈滯，遇運使始得解去。子作貴，加本命巳上，以子為漕運故也。指南：一內監被逮，用戌將占，曰：日上皇恩，支見天赦太歲，貴人生日，子命初末引從，必轉禍為福。後果免罪，尋復原職。

The "Bi Fa Fu" says: If there is a guide before the three transmissions and a follower after, it indicates good fortune of promotion and official appointment. Here is an old case: A county magistrate was born in the year of Si. He used the寅 (Yin) general to cast a divination for his career. The diviner said: The亥 (Hai) water can generate the day stem, but the Teng Snake is nearby causing disturbance; the Gongcao寅 (Yin) wood is acting as Tai Yin and combines with亥 (Hai), indicating secret corruption by clerks in the office. The午 (Wu) fire is in a state of decline and also occupies Kongwang, indicating misfortune for wife and children. The number of the申 (Shen) metal official ghost is seven, so he will be troubled by official affairs for seven months until he meets the granary commissioner and escapes; this is because the Zi (Zi) water acts as a nobleman, added on his birth year position of Si, and Zi water is the main indicator of granary transport. The "A Guide to Great Liuren" also records: A eunuch was arrested, and using the戌 (Xu) general to cast a divination, the diviner said: The day stem receives the god of imperial grace, the day branch sees Tian She and Tai Su, the nobleman generates and supports the day stem, and the original birth position of Zi water has the first and final transmissions guiding and following. He will certainly turn misfortune into good fortune. Later, he was indeed pardoned and soon restored to his original position.

課體：反吟，無依，稼穡，斬關。課義：滿目空財，往而不來，宅乘遁鬼，因妻致災。

This lesson's "Lesson Pattern" is "Reverse Chant" combined with "No Dependence," and the three transmissions consist entirely of earth, forming "Cultivating Land." The Hekui (Xu) earth is added to the day's branch as the initiating transmission, forming "Cutting the Gate." The meaning of the lesson indicates that there are many wealth spirits in sight, but they are all empty, with departure but no return; the day's branch, representing the family dwelling, is occupied by the hidden outgoing Xin metal official ghost, thus causing disaster through the wife.

解曰：三傳俱財，然落空陷，不足用也。反吟主往來反覆，今俱空絕，則往而不來矣。丑財在支，旬遁辛鬼，反傷乙木。丑為乙妻，而晝乘天后，故當因妻致禍也。

The three transmissions are all the wealth gods of ethyl wood, but they all fall into the Kongwang trap and cannot be used. Reverse Chant usually indicates that affairs come and go, and are unstable. Now, since the three transmissions are both empty and cut off, only the aspect of going away remains. The wealth god of earthy soil is located on the day branch, and at the same time, a hidden metal official ghost of Xin metal appears in the current ten-day cycle, which turns around to harm the ethyl wood. Earthy soil originally represents the wife of ethyl wood day, and in the daytime divination, it is also occupied by the Heavenly Empress, so it is concluded that trouble will arise due to the wife.

繼曰：此反吟無依之卦，課傳純土，局合稼穡，於變動不寧之中，仍有艱難困苦之意。三傳皆落空陷，主事有聲無實。雖就必更，縱得還失。吉不成吉，凶不成凶。滿目皆財，取之不得，不取又貪，有身入寶山，空手而還之象。

This is a reverse chant lesson without support, with the four lessons and three transmissions entirely composed of earth deities, forming a situation of farming and harvest. Amidst turmoil and instability, there is also a layer of hardship. All three transmissions fall into the kongwang trap, indicating that matters will have only reputation without actual results: even if an agreement is reached, it will inevitably change; even if something is obtained, it will have to be lost. Good things cannot become good, and bad things cannot become bad. Everywhere there is wealth, but it cannot be obtained; if not taken, there is greed in the heart. It is like a person entering a mountain of treasures but leaving with empty hands.

天時：夜將乘龍，主有雨。家宅：主家道空乏，夫妻不睦。婚姻：不宜，亦不成。胎產：主雙胎。功名：無所就。求財：難得。疾病：主三消之症，久則凶。失脫：難尋。出行：不果。行人：未至。爭訟：為爭空財，旋各解散。兵戰：未利。

Inquiring about the weather, it indicates that the Heavenly General is riding the Azure Dragon at night, suggesting there will be rain. Inquiring about the household, it suggests the family is in a state of emptiness and lack, with the husband and wife not in harmony. Inquiring about marriage, it indicates that the match is unsuitable and cannot be realized. Inquiring about pregnancy, it suggests a twin pregnancy. Inquiring about official rank, it indicates no success. Inquiring about seeking wealth, it suggests difficulty in obtaining it. Inquiring about illness, it indicates a type of diabetes affecting upper, middle, and lower parts of the body, which can be dangerous if prolonged. Inquiring about lost items, it suggests difficulty in finding them. Inquiring about travel, it suggests that the journey cannot be made. Inquiring about a traveler, it suggests that the person has not yet arrived. Inquiring about a dispute, it indicates that both parties are fighting over phantom wealth, and they will soon part ways. Inquiring about military matters, it suggests that there will be no advantage gained.

畢法云：空空如也事休追，來去俱空豈動移。課經云：旬尾晝乘元，夜乘虎為祿作閉口，不必加旬首也。古鑑：丁丑亥將占會試，曰：三傳年命，魁罡俱空，如何敢許甲榜。丑年末日，合而為魁即中，後居官未久，即當丁艱。蓋傳課純財，印爻被克故也，後果驗。

The "Bifa Fu" says: If everything is empty and nothing remains, there is no need to pursue further; if both ends are empty, what is the point of changing or adapting. The "Ke Jing" says: The spirit at the end of the ten-day period rides on the Black Tortoise during the day and on the White Tiger at night, thus becoming a禄神 that is sealed up, and it is not necessary to add it to the beginning of the ten-day period. Here is an old case: In the year Dingchou, using the亥 general to cast the divination for the imperial examination. The diviner said: The three transmissions and the person's birth year and destiny are all in the empty position, both Hekui and Tiangang fall into Kongwang, how dare we predict he will pass the examination; he will pass only when the year Chou arrives on the day Wei, as Chou and Wei combine to form the number of Hekui, then he will pass. He also said that he would soon suffer the loss of his parents while in office—because the four lessons and three transmissions are all wealth gods, representing the official seal and documents, which are harmed by wealth. Later, it indeed came true.

課體：知一，鑄印，度厄，勵德。課義：丁雞抱蛇，初中虛花，卯雖是祿，元虎相加。

This divination lesson has the "Lesson Pattern" of "Zhi Yi", combined with "Zhu Yin" (the戌 represents the seal, and the巳 represents the furnace, indicating receiving an official seal and appointment), "Du E" (the three lower spirits are attacking the upper spirits, like crossing the sea without a boat, requiring to endure hardships), and "Li De" (cultivating virtue). The meaning of the lesson indicates that the酉 metal, which belongs to the chicken, has retreated and is attached to the Teng Snake; both the first and middle transmissions are empty and not substantial; although the final transmission is卯 wood, which is the禄 of the乙 day, it is unable to overcome the two凶 spirits, Yuan Wu and Bai Hu, which are above it.

解曰：酉為旬丁，又作日鬼。夜占乘螣蛇而臨干，為憂疑之象。初傳旬空，中傳坐空，凡事虛而不實。末傳卯雖日祿，然夜占元武，則為盜脫，晝占白虎，則為凶戰，寧可取乎，徒有鑄印之美名而已。

The metal of the酉 branch has hidden itself in the Ding stem within this ten-day cycle, and at the same time it is the official ghost that restrains the wood of the Yi stem. At night, when casting the divination, it rides upon the Teng Snake and rests upon the day stem, showing a state of worry and fear. The first transmission falls in the empty place, and the middle transmission also sits upon the empty place, making all actions empty and unsubstantial. The卯 wood in the final transmission, although it is the禄神 of the Yi day, when cast at night it is ridden by the Black Tortoise, leading to loss and leakage; when cast during the day it is ridden by the White Tiger, leading to danger and conflict. Such a禄神 can no longer be used, it is merely a name with the pleasant title of 'casting the seal'.

斷曰：知一之卦，格合鑄印。惜初中空陷，神將非佳，恩中有害，觸處驚疑。課名度厄，不利長上。在君子為虛聲無實，官祿不寧，馬空印破。在常人為孤獨無成，既防病訟，亦見別離也。惟巳年月占之，仕宦可卜亨利。干乘六合，支乘六害，外和而內不和。

The interpretation says: Knowing the first lesson, the structure matches the casting of an official seal, but unfortunately both the first and middle transmissions fall into empty and sinking positions. The heavenly general is not a good one. There is affection mixed with harm, and wherever one goes, there is suspicion and uncertainty. This lesson is called "Enduring Misfortune," which is unfavorable to the family elders. For those who study and seek official positions, it shows empty reputation without real benefits, and official positions and salaries are unstable. The post-horse falls into emptiness, and the seal is damaged. For ordinary people, it indicates loneliness and failure. They must beware of illness and legal troubles, and also face separation. Only if the divination is made in the year or month of巳, can those in official positions hope for success and benefit. The day stem is connected with Liu He, and the day branch is connected with Liu Hai, indicating an outwardly harmonious but inwardly discordant situation.

天時：主有風雷，而雨澤甚少。家宅：夜占人宅不寧。婚姻：不成，雖合不利，宜遲配。胎產：胎神坐空，利產不利胎。功名：考試遲鈍，宦途亦有未穩，巳年月吉。求財：往來無濟，靜守反得。投謁：晝貴坐害，夜貴在卯，不宜干貴。疾病：主驚癇風火，或噤口不食，久病大不利。失脫：難尋，見者不言。出行：改期。行人：久望不至。爭訟：防遭曲斷。兵戰：未利。

When asking about the weather, there will be wind and thunder, but very little rain. When asking about the household, if the divination is cast at night, both people and the house will be restless. When asking about marriage, it is not advisable to proceed; even if forced together, there will be no benefit, and it is better to delay the wedding. When asking about pregnancy, the fetal deity is sitting on Kongwang, which is favorable for childbirth but not for preserving the pregnancy. When asking about official rank, the examination is delayed and the official career is unstable; it will be favorable only in the year and month of Si. When asking about seeking wealth, traveling back and forth brings no benefit, and it is better to remain still and gain something. When asking about visiting a superior, the day nobleman is in a position of mutual harm, and the night nobleman is in the Mao position, so it is not advisable to seek the nobleman. When asking about illness, it indicates convulsions, epilepsy, or wind-fire diseases, or locked jaws making it difficult to eat; long-term illness will be very unfavorable. When asking about lost items, they are difficult to find, and those who see them will not speak. When asking about travel, the date should be changed. When asking about a traveler, they will not arrive soon. When asking about a lawsuit, one must beware of being judged in the wrong. When asking about military matters, there will be no advantage.

畢法云：害貴訟直遭曲斷，傳墓入墓分憎愛，常問不應逢吉象。訂訛云：夏月巳午時，或值蛇雀太旺，或值空亡，皆為破印損模。指掌賦云：三下賊上為長度厄，越海無舟楫之刑。

The *Bifa Fu* says: The deity of mutual harm injures the nobleman, and even if there is reason in a lawsuit, it may be judged as unreasonable; when the three transmissions pass from the tomb deity into another tomb deity, one must distinguish between what is disliked and what is loved; if an ordinary person's inquiry does not correspond, it is because they have encountered a favorable omen that benefits officials and nobles. The *Ding'e* says: In the summer months, when the class hour is in the hour of Si or Wu, or when the Teng Snake or Vermilion Bird are too strong, or when the Kongwang occurs, these are considered as breaking the seal and damaging the seal impression. The *Zhipang Fu* says: When the three lower deities overcome the upper deities, it signifies that the superior should face hardships, like being in a sea without a boat or raft.

課體：重審，曲直，狡童。課義：自生傳墓，先醒後霧，夜貴乘罡，晝貴保護。

This lesson's "Lesson Pattern" is "Re-examination." The three transmissions,亥, 卯, 未, still form a Wood triad "Qu Zhí." The六合 and 天后 are both included in the transmissions, forming "Jiǎo Tóng." The meaning of the lesson indicates: the first transmission is the long life of 乙 wood, and the final transmission is the storage of 乙 wood. The energy flows from long life to storage, so it begins with clarity and then becomes confused. When the lesson is cast at night, the Nobleman is riding on the Tiangang position of 辰, and transforms into an official ghost. When the lesson is cast during the day, the Nobleman can generate and support the Day Stem, secretly providing protection.

解曰：亥為日之長生，未為日之墓庫。初亥末未，自生傳墓也。經曰：自墓傳生，先迷後醒，此則反是。兩貴俱臨日之陰陽，但夜貴乘罡作鬼，有傷乙木。賴晝貴生乙脫申，貴德相扶，大宜干貴求神，暗中保護也。

Heavenly Water in the亥 position is the growth of Ethereal Wood, and Earthly Soil in the未 position is the storage of Ethereal Wood; the first transmission is亥 and the final transmission is未, with the energy flowing from growth to storage, which is called "self-growth leading to storage." The classic text says "from storage and repository to growth is first confusion then clarity," but in this case it is reversed, first clarity then confusion. Both the day and night noblemen are present on the day stem's yang and yin spirits. However, the night nobleman, which is the metal of the申, is riding on the Tiangang position of the辰, and also acts as an official ghost, which may harm and restrain Ethereal Wood. Fortunately, the day nobleman, which is the water of the子, both nourishes Ethereal Wood and releases the metal of the申. With the nobleman and the day virtue supporting together, it is most suitable to seek help from the nobleman and pray to the gods for hidden protection.

斷曰：重審之卦，局合曲直，簾幕臨干，長生發用，更逢春占木旺，定主富貴榮華，官祿並至。但合中刑害，先阻後成，又防弟兄連累。干支值絕，止宜告貴，結絕舊事。

The divination indicates that the combined structure forms a Wood Bureau of curved and straight lines, with the Nobleman appearing both day and night over the Day Stem. The God of Growth also initiates the transmission. If this reading is obtained during the season when Wood is strong, great wealth and honor, along with official position and salary, will certainly come. However, within the harmonious structure there are hidden conflicts and harm, so the matter will first encounter obstacles before it can be completed. One should also beware of being involved with siblings. Since both the Day Stem and Day Branch are in the state of decline, it is most suitable to seek help from the Nobleman and settle old matters clearly.

天時：多風雨，草木繁。家宅：夜占宜慎閨門。婚姻：不用。胎產：胎坐空生，防不育。功名：春冬占大吉，晝占考試高第。求財：可得。投謁：兩處只有一處得力。疾病：主脾病少食，難愈。失脫：勾克元武，捕之必得。出行：宜從舟楫。行人：即至。爭訟：先直後曲，告貴求和。兵戰：夜占吉。

Inquiring about the weather, there will be much wind and rain, with abundant growth of grass and trees. Inquiring about the household, if the divination is cast at night, one must be careful to guard the inner doors and gates. Inquiring about marriage, this match does not need to be discussed further. Inquiring about pregnancy, the fetal deity is seated on the position of growth in the empty void, so there is a risk of not being able to raise the child. Inquiring about official rank, if divined in spring or winter, it is very auspicious; if the divination is cast during the day, it indicates success in exams. Inquiring about seeking wealth, one can achieve success. Inquiring about visiting someone, there are two paths, but only one is effective. Inquiring about illness, the illness affects the spleen and stomach, with reduced appetite, and is difficult to recover from. Inquiring about lost items, Gou Chen overcomes the Black Tortoise, so catching the thief will definitely result in recovery. Inquiring about travel, it is favorable to travel by water and take a boat. Inquiring about a traveler, he will arrive soon. Inquiring about disputes, the matter starts reasonable but later becomes unreasonable, so it is advisable to seek the help of a nobleman to mediate. Inquiring about warfare, if the divination is cast at night, it is favorable.

畢法云：貴雖坐獄宜臨干，彼此猜忌害相隨。課經云：自生傳墓，主初謀事時，如花似錦，後反迷惑。指南：戊子年亥將，一官占行藏，曰：木局茂盛，蛇化為龍，必是舟車之職，向後功名遠大。因幕貴坐空，故不由科第。而印爻發用，末傳皇恩，由門蔭出身。正官臨日，偏印居支，先升知府，後轉司道也。果現任工部，未幾升知府。

The "Bifa Fu" says: Although the Nobleman is sitting in the position of imprisonment, as long as he is adjacent to the Day Stem, he can still be used. Mutual suspicion arises because the harmful deity follows along the path. The "Ke Jing" says: If the transmission starts from Growth and goes into Storage, it indicates that at the beginning of planning matters, everything is like flowers and brocade, but later one ends up in confusion. The "A Guide to Great Liuren" records: In the year Wuzi, use the亥 general to cast the lesson. A official asked about his career advancement and retreat. The interpreter said: The wooden structure is flourishing, the Teng Snake transforms into the Azure Dragon, this person must certainly hold a position related to transportation by boat and cart, and his future fame and achievement will be great; because the night Nobleman is sitting in Kongwang, he is not of the imperial examination origin, but instead the official seal hexagram initiates the transmission, and the final transmission meets the imperial grace, thus entering officialdom through ancestral influence. The proper official is adjacent to the Day Stem, and the biased official seal is located at the Day Branch. He first was promoted to the position of prefect, and later transferred to a provincial official. This person is indeed currently serving in the Ministry of Works, and soon was promoted to the position of prefect.

課體：重審，稼穡，不備，贅婿。課義：辛鬼後墓，休買田土，循環三刑，因財受苦。

This lesson's "Lesson Pattern" is "Re-examination," with the three transmissions all being earth, forming "Cultivation of Crops." The four lessons are incomplete, making it "Incomplete." The earth element in the辰 position is on the day stem and is actually being overcome, like a son-in-law who cannot be independent, hence called "Son-in-Law." The meaning of the lesson is: the hidden metal of the丑 position, which is the official ghost, is followed by the storage, so one must not buy land or property. The three transmissions are entangled in the three punishments, making escape impossible, and ultimately one will suffer greatly due to money matters.

解曰：丑為日財，其占為田上。然旬遁辛鬼，鬼墓在後，能傷乙干，又財化為鬼。若事涉田土，於中取財，則循環於三刑之中，纏繞不脫，必致因財起釁，受諸苦楚也。夜占初傳螣蛇，末傳白虎，其凶尤甚。

The earthy branch Chou (Ox) is the wealth god for the day stem Yi (Bamboo). In terms of divination, it represents land. However, within this cycle, Chou hides the metal stem Xin (Metal), which is the official ghost. The official ghost follows closely behind the storage (mùkù), and is capable of harming the day stem Yi (Bamboo), turning the wealth god into an official ghost. If the matter involves land and the intention is to gain profit, it will become entangled in the Three Punishments of Chou, Xu, and Wei, unable to escape. Eventually, it will certainly lead to disputes over money and bring about various hardships. If the initial transmission is occupied by Teng Snake and the final transmission by White Tiger at night, the danger becomes even greater.

斷曰：重審之卦，課傳皆季，局合稼穡。干支各遭墓覆，事多艱苦，境亦沉迷。雖滿目皆財，而妄求必招災悔。循理守順，利必自來。晝貴立酉，顯者增榮，下秩所忌。又支財就干。最宜速取，緩則化墓矣。

The divination states: This is a case of re-examination. All four lessons and three transmissions are composed of the gods of the four seasons, namely Chen, Xu, Chou, and Wei, forming a pattern of farming and harvest. The day stem and day branch are each covered by their respective Tomb Spirit (storage gods), leading to difficulties in all endeavors and a confused and chaotic situation. Although there are many wealth gods visible, reckless pursuit will certainly bring disaster and regret; however, if one follows reason and maintains proper conduct, benefits will naturally come. The daytime noble stands at the You position, bringing glory to the prominent, but it is something to be cautious about for those of low status and minor positions. Also, the wealth of the day branch is moving towards the day stem, so it is most suitable to take it quickly. Any delay will cause the wealth god to enter the storage.

天時：陰溼不見日色。家宅：主宅來就人，買之不費力，又戌作朱雀加未，主有惡犬傷人。婚姻：主納妾，或婦人攜兒改嫁，晝占吉。胎產：胎神臨敗克，防有傷損。功名：用財可得，須歷艱辛，卑位防謫。求財：自來者急取，往求則致禍。疾病：中停飲食，寒熱不安。失脫：龍雀入墓，遺失文書之屬。出行：墓覆，必不成行。行人：在彼不能得意，未歸。爭訟：主因田財而發難端。兵戰：俟彼來侵，可勝，我動不吉。

When asking about the weather, it is gloomy and damp, with no sunlight. When asking about the house, the main house will come to you on its own, and you will not have to exert much effort to acquire it; however, because the earth dog (戌) is acting as the Vermilion Bird (朱雀) over the earth goat (未), there may be an incident involving a vicious dog injuring people. When asking about marriage, it indicates taking a concubine or a woman with children remarrying; if the lesson is cast in the daytime, it is auspicious. When asking about pregnancy, the fetal god is in a declining position and is being harmed, so there is a risk of harm to the fetus. When asking about official rank, one can obtain it by spending money, but it will require going through hardship; those in low positions should also beware of being demoted. When asking about seeking wealth, accept what comes to you on its own, but if you actively seek it, you may invite misfortune. When asking about illness, there is stagnation of food and drink in the middle part of the body, with alternating cold and heat and restlessness. When asking about lost items, both the Azure Dragon (青龙) and Vermilion Bird (朱雀) are in a state of burial, indicating that the lost item is likely documents or contracts. When asking about travel, the burial god is covering over, so the journey will definitely not happen. When asking about a person away, the person is not successful in the place they are and has not returned yet. When asking about disputes, the cause is mostly related to land or money. When asking about military matters, you can win if the enemy attacks first, but it is inauspicious if you attack first.

畢法云：華蓋覆日人昏晦，干墓並關人宅廢，虎乘遁鬼殃非淺，賓主不投刑在上。指要云：三傳稼穡，田土稽停，四季迎財，尚宜守舊。指掌賦云：辰臨日而受克，名為贅婿，不能自立其身。

The *Bifa Fu* says: "Huagai (another name for the墓神, tomb deity) covers and presses down on the day stem, causing people to be dull and obscure; if the day stem enters its tomb and meets obstruction, both the person and the house will decline; if the White Tiger rides on the escaping official ghost, calamity will be severe; if the host and guest do not harmonize, it is because the deity of mutual conflict is in a superior position." The *Zhiyao* says: if the three transmissions form a pattern of farming and harvesting, matters concerning land and property will necessarily be delayed and stagnant; if the four seasons deities all welcome the wealth deity, it is still advisable to maintain the existing business. The *Zhipang Fu* says: if the earth element of the辰 is on the day stem but is instead overcome by it, this is called "a赘婿," indicating that this person cannot establish their own household.

課體：重審，涉三淵，間傳。課義：丁鬼入宅，費用不一，尚可交關，貴不見恤。

This lesson's "Lesson Pattern" is "Re-examination"; the three transmissions are Shen, Xu, and Zi, which are connected by skipping one position and descending step by step, known as "Involving Three Depths," resembling a step-by-step descent into a deep abyss. This pattern of transmission with one position skipped is generally called "Intermediary Transmission." The meaning of the lesson indicates that the酉 metal official ghost from the stem丁 has entered the family, leading to numerous expenses; fortunately, the day stem and day branch are in mutual harmony, making business dealings acceptable; however, the nobleman himself is in trouble and cannot be relied upon for support.

解曰：酉為日鬼，又為遁丁，今居宅上，盜未之氣，多緣有所動變，遂致費用甚多。辰與酉合，午與未合，日辰上下交車相合，尚可利於交關。但晝貴入獄，夜貴受克，貴人自顧不給，焉能望其恤我，則干之無益也明矣。

The metal of You is the official ghost for Yi day, and it also emerges as Ding stem. Now it is located on top of the house ruled by the day branch, stealing the vital energy of Wei earth. This is mostly due to some changes within the family, leading to unexpectedly large expenses. Chen and You combine, and Wu and Wei also combine. The upper and lower four spirits of the day stem and day branch cross and connect, which is still favorable for trade. However, the nobleman is in the position of imprisonment during the day and is harmed during the night. The nobleman cannot even take care of himself, how can he be expected to care for me? It is clear that seeking help from the nobleman is useless.

斷曰：重審之卦，順進間傳，日辰皆受脫耗，兩貴受制蹉跌。凡所謀為，皆難遂志。有心無力，外美中暌。好事遲成，見災難散。申子與日課，合為水局。中傳戌土，有山之象。又皆入夜方，幽人貞守，山水怡情，為葉其吉。

The divination states: In this case of re-examination, the course proceeds by moving forward in sequence through the positions. Both the day stem and day branch are drained and consumed. The noblemen in the day and night positions are also restrained and lose their footing. Any plans or endeavors will find it difficult to meet expectations; there is intention in the mind but lack of ability in the hands, with an outward appearance of brightness but inner inconsistency. Good things will take a long time to come to fruition, while misfortunes are not easily resolved. The three transmissions include the metal element of Shen and the water element of Zi, which together with the day course form a water pattern. The middle transmission includes the earth element of Xu, which has the image of mountains. Moreover, Shen, Xu, and Zi all fall in the northern direction of the night. Therefore, a person who lives in seclusion, following the right path and finding joy in mountains and rivers, is exactly in harmony with the auspicious aspects of this course.

天時：久暢得雨。家宅：主多變動耗費，兼防婢僕奸私。婚姻：主養媳養婿，先情後禮。胎產：主非正妻孕，或媵婢，又主女胎。功名：多費難成，三月占可以有得。求財：所得不償所費。投謁：見貴無益。疾病：主上部虛，宜祈禱鬼神。失脫：勾生元，防捕人縱盜。出行：利北方及巳月。行人：到家，恐復出。爭訟：此多脫耗，彼有挑唆，易結難解。兵戰：無益，春月吉。墳墓：辰方出水則吉，或辛龍人首可阡。

Questioning about the weather, after a long period of clear skies, rain will come. Questioning about the household, it indicates frequent changes and great expenses, and also beware of servants or maidservants communicating secretly. Questioning about marriage, it indicates adopting a young wife or a son-in-law, with affection first and then formalities later. Questioning about pregnancy, the pregnant woman is not the main wife, but more likely a concubine or maid, and it indicates the birth of a girl. Questioning about official rank, there will be great expenditure and difficulty in achieving success, but if divined in the third month, some benefit may be obtained. Questioning about seeking wealth, the income will not match the expenditure. Questioning about meeting someone, meeting a nobleman will not bring benefit. Questioning about illness, it indicates weakness in the upper part of the body, and it is advisable to pray to ghosts and spirits. Questioning about lost property, Gou Chen moves against the direction of the Black Tortoise, and one must beware of the police intentionally letting thieves go. Questioning about travel, it is favorable to go north, and also favorable to start the journey in the fourth month. Questioning about a traveler, the person has arrived home, but perhaps will have to go out again. Questioning about disputes, our side will spend a lot, and the other side has someone inciting matters, it may be easily settled but difficult to truly resolve. Questioning about military affairs, it is unbeneficial, but favorable in the spring month. Questioning about burial grounds, water flowing out from the辰 direction is favorable, or the dragon coming to the beginning at the辛 mountain can be used for burial.

畢法云：空上逢空事莫追，鬼乘天乙乃神祇；交車相合交關利，人宅受脫俱招盜。課經云：自刑之中，午酉又為四勝煞。凡占自逞其能，各懷邀功逞俊之意。指掌賦云：申戌子名涉三淵，當隱於山林。

The "Bifa Fu" says: If Kongwang appears again on top of Kongwang, there is no need to pursue the matter further; when the official ghost rides on Tianyi Guiren, it indicates divine interference; when the day stem and day branch mutually combine, it is favorable for trade and business dealings; when both person and dwelling are drained, both sides will suffer theft. The "Ke Jing" says: Among the self-punishing deities, the combination of Wu and You also serves as the "Sishi Sha"; whenever this appears, both parties will be stubborn and competitive, with everyone harboring ambitions for merit and victory. The "Zhipang Fu" says: The three transmissions of Shen, Xu, and Zi are called "Shi San Yuan," and the diviner should retreat to the mountains and forests.

課體：遙克，蒿矢，進茹。課義：空脫實鬼，庶俗深畏，仕宦宜占，三奇並值。

This lesson pattern remains "remote control" under the category "Hao Shi," with the three transmissions continuing in consecutive forward order of the earthly branches, which is also "Jin Ru." The meaning of the lesson indicates that the fire in the approach day, which is巳, is both empty and drained, while the metal in the approach hour, which is申, is a real ghost that does not fall empty. Therefore, ordinary people would find this very frightening. However, for officials, the metal in申 is actually the post-horse and official star. Combined with the hidden heavenly stems in the three transmissions forming the three marvels of yi, bing, and ding, it becomes a rare good lesson.

解曰：巳為空脫而臨日，申乃實鬼而臨辰，主有病訟耗費，故庶俗畏之。仕宦則為驛馬官星，況三傳元遁，得乙丙丁三奇，尤上吉之課也。

The fire in the Si branch has fallen into Kongwang and also drained the energy of the day stem, and it is precisely above the day stem. The metal in the Shen branch is a real official ghost that does not fall into Kongwang, and it is also above the day branch. This configuration indicates illness, legal troubles and financial loss, so ordinary people who divinate this are very afraid. However, for someone with an official position, the Shen metal is exactly both a post-horse and an official star. Moreover, the heavenly stems originally hidden in the three transmissions happen to form the three marvels, Yi, Bing, and Ding, making this an excellent fortune.

斷曰：遙克之課，順進連茹，禍福俱輕，事主牽連不決，謀望未成。獨連珠三奇，幕貴入宅，大利科第。仕宦必有奇遇，富貴非常也。家有客來不可留，西南方防有口舌。

The divination says: A distant and restrictive reading shows that the three transmissions follow each other in sequence, and neither misfortune nor fortune is significant. The matter is likely to be entangled and unresolved, and the plans and hopes cannot be realized for now. However, if the three marvels appear together like a chain, and the night noble enters the family residence, it is highly beneficial for the imperial examination. Officials will certainly encounter extraordinary opportunities, and the wealth and honor they gain will be exceptional. Additionally, if there are guests staying over, they should not be allowed to stay overnight. The southwest direction should be guarded against verbal disputes.

天時：多雨而寒。家宅：多賓孟之費，防婢妾奸私。婚姻：不用。胎產：生女。功名：主有遇奇，榮貴可期。求財：耗折。疾病：不吉，不止一症。失脫：必係婢僕。出行：赴試上官吉，餘不利。行人：忽然而至。爭訟：難解，兩家俱耗。兵戰：秋冬不利。

Inquiring about the weather, there will be much rain and cold. Inquiring about the household, there will be great expenses from guests and relatives, and one should be cautious of servants committing secret affairs. Inquiring about marriage, this match should not be discussed. Inquiring about childbirth, a girl will be born. Inquiring about official success, there will be an unusual encounter, and one can expect honor and wealth. Inquiring about seeking wealth, there will be only losses and expenses. Inquiring about illness, it is not auspicious, and the illness will have multiple symptoms. Inquiring about lost items, it is certainly due to the servants. Inquiring about travel, going to take an exam or to take up an official post is favorable, but other situations are unfavorable. Inquiring about a traveler, he will arrive suddenly. Inquiring about disputes, it will be difficult to resolve, and both parties will incur expenses. Inquiring about warfare, it is unfavorable in autumn and winter.

畢法云：鬼臨三四訟災隨。指南：丁丑年亥將占會試，曰：日鬼皇恩發用，中傳河魁天喜。末傳長生太陽，支見幕貴官星。又雀生太歲，文字華藻，高捷無疑。嫌干支互絕，官難通顯。果舉進士以主政終。又：甲申年申將，縣令占行止，曰：歲貴劫賊臨支，賊符驛馬加干，地有兵擾。幸干網逢空，必得解脫，往水鄉安穩。又：己丑年午將占病，曰：身加卯為棺，又乘驛馬，干支互絕，青龍太常為孝服。戌加酉為紙錢煞，九月節盡矣，皆驗。

The *Bi Fa Fu* says: If the official ghost is in the third or fourth lesson, lawsuits and misfortunes will follow. The *A Guide to Great Liuren* records three cases. The first case: In the year Dingchou, using the亥 (Hai) general to cast a lesson for the imperial examination. The diviner said: The day ghost and imperial grace both initiate the transmission, the middle transmission is Hekui and Heavenly Joy, the final transmission is Growth and the Sun. The day branch also shows night dignity and official stars, plus the Vermilion Bird generating and supporting the sovereign, the article is eloquent and refined, and passing the examination is certain. Only the day stem and day branch are in the state of decline, so official rank is difficult to achieve. Later, this person indeed passed the imperial examination, but finally only reached the position of chief clerk. The second case: In the year Jiashen, using the申 (Shen) general to cast a lesson, a county magistrate asked about his staying or leaving. The diviner said: The sovereign and noble god are with the劫贼 (plunderer) and Inauspicious Sha (evil spirits) on the day branch, the thief symbol and post-horse are on the day stem, there will be military disorder in the locality. Fortunately, the heavenly net and earth net on the day stem are empty, so he will certainly escape. Going to a water area will be safe. The third case: In the year Jichou, using the午 (Wu) general to cast a lesson for illness. The diviner said: The person's birth star is on the卯 (Mao), the卯 wood is like a coffin, and it is also accompanied by the post-horse. The day stem and day branch are in the state of decline, the Azure Dragon and Tai Chang are transformed into mourning clothes. The戌 (Xu) is added to酉 (You), which is the paper money evil, and the life is destined to end in the autumn equinox. All three cases later came true.

課體：伏吟，元胎，勵德，寡宿。課義：德空祿亡，中財晝元，末生夜虎，壬遁寅邊。

This divination lesson has a "Lesson Pattern" of "Hidden Chant," and a "Hidden Chant" on a yang day is also called "Self-Responsibility," meaning that all matters can only rely on oneself. It also includes three other patterns: "Original Embryo," "Cultivating Virtue," and "Guasu," which refers to the Useful God falling into the position of Guasu. The meaning of the lesson indicates that on a Jia day, the virtue god and the fortune god are both in Si. Now, Si has fallen into Kongwang and is also occupied by Tian Kong, so both virtue and fortune are lost. The middle transmission, although it is the wealth god, is occupied by Yuanwu during the day. The final transmission,寅 wood, can naturally benefit the day stem, but during the night it is occupied by Baihu. Moreover, the寅 wood has retreated into Ren water in this旬, which is the official ghost that controls Jia.

解曰：巳乃日之德祿，既作空亡，又乘天空，是德空祿亡也。中傳雖為日財，晝乘元武，反主耗失。幸末傳寅為日之長生，似可依附。奈夜占乘虎，旬遁得壬，是生中反有所傷，不如坐守宅上虛耗之財，猶愈於妄動也。

The fire in the Si position is both the moral strength and the禄 of the Bing day. Now that it has fallen into Kongwang and is overlaid by Tian Kong, which signifies deception, both its moral strength and禄 are lost. Although the Middle Transmission is the wealth god of the Bing day, it is associated with Yuanwu, which signifies theft and loss, leading to loss and dispersion. Fortunately, the寅 wood in the Final Transmission is the long life of the Bing fire, so it seems somewhat reliable. However, in the night lesson, it is overlaid by Baihu, and in this旬, it also hides the壬 water official ghost, so within the supportive aspect there is actually hidden harm. Therefore, it is better to remain seated and guard the small, illusory wealth at home, which is better than taking unnecessary risks.

斷曰：自任之卦，支干上下陰陽，皆作六合，格名和美，主有將伯相助，合謀成事。但合中有刑破，美中不足之象。

The interpretation says: This is a "self-assumption" lesson of a yang day with hidden chant. The yang and yin spirits of the day stem and day branch are aligned in a complete Liu He, forming a pattern called "harmony and beauty." This indicates that someone will come to help, like the one mentioned in the Book of Songs who "will assist me," enabling the accomplishment of matters together. However, within this abundance of harmony, there is also the presence of punishment and destruction, making it somewhat lacking in perfection.

天時：日上巳火空陷，又作天空，萬里無雲。家宅：支干作合，人宅相安，宅上乘元，防有失脫。仕宦：德祿空亡，占官不吉。求財：己財防失，何暇他求。婚姻：上下相合，占婚可就。胎產：母實兒空，占產不吉。疾病：肺氣不足，醫不得力。出行：速行可去，遲則難行。行人：馬居末傳，行者立至。兵戰：未見其利。

When asking about the weather, the fire in the day stem falls into an empty and weak position and also serves as Tian Kong, indicating clear skies with no clouds. When asking about the household, the day stem and day branch are in harmony, indicating peace between people and the house, but since the house is under the influence of Yuan Wu, there is a need to be cautious about theft or loss. When asking about official positions, both the day virtue and day luck fall into Kongwang, indicating an unfavorable official career. When asking about wealth, even the existing money needs to be guarded against loss, let alone seeking additional wealth. When asking about marriage, the upper and lower elements are in harmony, suggesting that this marriage can be arranged. When asking about childbirth, the mother's side is strong while the fetus's side is weak, indicating an unfavorable childbirth. When asking about illness, it indicates insufficient lung energy, making medicine ineffective. When asking about travel, it is better to leave quickly as travel is possible, but if delayed, it becomes difficult. When asking about a traveler, the post-horse is in the final transmission, meaning the traveler will arrive immediately. When asking about military matters, there is no apparent advantage.

畢法云：空上逢空事莫追，虎乘遁鬼殃非淺。指南：酉加酉占，不言所事，曰：命居太陽貴人之上，必居相位。然伏吟遞克，定有參劾行動之事。太陽墜酉，必不久留。後知代占柄國者，果被論歸。又巳加巳，占兩人枚卜，曰：兩人皆不入相，且被彈劾而歸。緣三傳遞互刑剋，全無和洽之氣。剛日伏吟見馬，歸像已兆矣，果皆不拜。一人被參，一人下獄者，命見地網，是以罹禍尤重也。

The "Bi Fa Fu" says: If an empty void appears again on top of another empty void, there is no need to pursue the matter further; if the White Tiger rides on a hidden official ghost, the calamity will be severe. The "A Guide to Great Liuren" records: Someone used the method of adding You to You to cast a divination, but refused to reveal the question. The diviner said: His true destiny is exactly under the Sun and Nobleman, so he must certainly hold a high official position; however, because of the hidden chant and the three transmissions mutually controlling each other, there will certainly be disturbances such as accusations and impeachments; the Sun falling in the You position indicates that his official position will not last long. Later it was found out that he was actually casting the divination on behalf of the current ruling official, and that official was indeed impeached and dismissed. Another case involved using Si added to Si to cast a divination to inquire whether two candidates could enter the cabinet and become prime ministers. The diviner said: Neither of them will become prime ministers, and both will be impeached and dismissed; because the three transmissions mutually attack and harm each other, there is no harmony, and with a yang day and hidden chant, along with the post-horse, the sign of returning home is already evident. Later, both of them indeed did not become prime ministers; one was impeached, and the other was imprisoned; the one who was imprisoned had the earth net in his destiny, so his misfortune was especially severe.

課體：元首，退茹，斬關。課義：退逢生處，進入空所，事到中門，馬載虎鬼。

This lesson's "Lesson Pattern" is "Original Leader"; the three transmissions move continuously in reverse through the earthly branches of Chen, Mao, and Yin, which is called "Retreating Vegetables"; the Tiangang (Chen) earth is added to the day and initiates the transmission, which is called "Cutting the Gate." The meaning of the lesson indicates: retreating backwards leads exactly to the Yin and Mao branches, which are the places that nourish me; advancing forward, however, leads into the Kongwang (empty) place of Chen earth. The initiating transmission's Mao wood is the gate deity, indicating that the matter concerns the gate; the final transmission's Yin wood is the Post-horse (post-horse) for the propitious day Ji, and also hides the壬 water official ghost and the superior rider White Tiger (White Tiger), equivalent to the post-horse carrying the tiger and ghost rushing in.

解曰：進則人辰之空所，退則逢寅卯之生地。卯為門戶，今作發用，主門戶中事也。寅為日馬，遁得壬水為鬼，是馬載虎鬼。其凶禍之發，必甚迅速矣。仕宦宜占，常人則否。

Proceeding forward leads into the Kongwang of the Chen earth; retreating backward, one can instead encounter the Yin and Mao, which support the day stem. The wood of Mao represents the gate and door, and since it is the initiating transmission, it indicates that the matter in question relates to the gate and door. The wood of Yin is the post-horse for the Bing day, and in this cycle it is hidden as the water of Ren, becoming the official ghost that overcomes Bing. This is the post-horse carrying the white tiger and the official ghost; once it acts, misfortune will come very quickly. This type of divination is suitable for officials but not for ordinary people.

斷曰：退茹之課，事不宜進，發用陷空，止有虛聲。支干之陰神，作旬首旬尾，亦謂之首尾相見，凡謀皆可成就。干上二課皆空，支上二課皆實，大抵外事虛而內事實也。又干支皆乘墓神，凡事昏沉，不能全體通快。

The interpretation says: This divination indicates that matters should not proceed forward; the initiating transmission falls into the void, resulting only in empty reputation. The day stem and day branch have their hidden spirits, one being the beginning of a ten-day period and the other the end, which is called "meeting at the beginning and end." Any plan made can be accomplished. However, both lessons on the day stem fall into the void, while both lessons on the day branch are actual. Generally speaking, external matters are empty while internal matters are real. Furthermore, since both the day stem and day branch are riding on the tomb spirit, all affairs are murky and unclear, unable to be fully smooth and comfortable.

天時：日上乘龍，天罡指巳，但支干皆土，有雨不多。家宅：宅中相合生支，有和氣致祥之象。求財：青龍作脫氣，無得有失。仕宦：青龍臨身，遁官乘虎，功名大利。婚姻：日上皆空，男占不吉。胎產：上強下弱，二陰包陽，妊是男喜，母實兒空，占產不利。疾病：遁鬼乘虎，脾胃受傷之症，春冬占可畏。出行：水陸二路，皆不吉利。行人：天罡加孟，尚未啟行。兵戰：夜占甚凶，大宜謹慎。

Inquiring about the weather, the day stem is covered by the Azure Dragon, the Tiangang points to the Si position, but both the day stem and day branch are occupied by earth deities, so although there is rain, it does not fall heavily. Inquiring about the household, all the deities in the house are harmonious and support the day branch, showing a peaceful and harmonious situation that brings good fortune. Inquiring about wealth, the Azure Dragon acts as a draining deity, leading to no gain and possible loss. Inquiring about official positions, the Azure Dragon is present on the day stem, and the hidden official star is accompanied by the White Tiger, indicating great benefit for official status. Inquiring about marriage, both lessons on the day stem are empty, and if the man asks, it is inauspicious. Inquiring about pregnancy, the upper deity is strong while the lower deity is weak, with two yin deities surrounding one yang deity, indicating a male fetus which is good news, but the mother's side is solid while the fetus's side is empty, suggesting difficulties in childbirth. Inquiring about illness, the hidden official ghost is accompanied by the White Tiger, indicating an ailment affecting the spleen and stomach, which is particularly alarming in spring and winter. Inquiring about travel, both water and land routes are unfavorable. Inquiring about a person's whereabouts, the Tiangang is placed on the four beginning positions, meaning the person has not yet started moving. Inquiring about military matters, the divination performed at night is extremely凶, and one must be especially cautious.

畢法云：虎乘遁鬼殃非淺，空上逢空事莫追。課經云：白虎加臨於旬內之干，為日鬼者，凡占皆畏，其咎彌深，縱空亡亦不能為救。指掌賦云：卯寅丑聯芳悔吝，須知否極泰來。括囊賦云：木逢勾虎，必棟折於三刑。

The "Bifa Fu" says: When the White Tiger is riding on the hidden official ghost, calamity will not be light; if empty void is again on top of empty void, there is no need to pursue further. The "Ke Jing" says: When the White Tiger is placed on the heavenly stem that has hidden away in this ten-day period, and this heavenly stem is exactly the official ghost of the day stem, then whatever is divined will be ominous, and guilt will be especially severe, even if it falls into empty void, it cannot be saved. The "Zhipang Fu" says: When卯,寅, and丑 are connected in sequence and retreat, there will first be regret and shame, but one should know that when darkness reaches its extreme, brightness will come. The "Kuanang Fu" says: When the wood god meets Gou Chen and the White Tiger, the beams will certainly be broken under the three punishments.

課體：重審，逆間，極陰。課義：干上旬尾，支上旬始，干謁貴人，最宜啟齒。

This lesson's "Lesson Pattern" is "Rechecking"; the three transmissions are Chou, Hai, and You, moving in reverse order with intervals, which is called "Reverse Interruption"; this sequence retreats to the most阴暗 place, hence named "Extreme Yin." The meaning of the lesson indicates: the Day Stem is the last卯 of this ten-day period, and the Day Branch is the first午 of this ten-day period, with the beginning and end both present; this is the most appropriate time to visit the Nobleman and directly ask for help.

解曰：干上之卯，乃是本旬之尾，支上之午，乃是本旬之首，名周而復始格，又名一旬周遍格。凡值此者，占事不脫，所謀皆成。晝夜貴加，並臨於中末，告貴最宜。

The stem on the day,卯, is exactly at the end of the Jiawu decade; the branch on the day,午, is exactly at the beginning of this same decade. Thus, both the start and the end are complete, and the cycle repeats itself, which is called the 'Cyclic Reiteration Pattern,' also known as the 'Complete Decade Cycle Pattern.' Whenever this pattern occurs, the matters being divined will not fall through, and all endeavors will succeed. Moreover, both the daytime nobleman and the nighttime nobleman are present, both falling into the middle transmission and the final transmission. Therefore, this pattern is especially favorable for seeking the help of a nobleman.

斷曰：間退之課，進步艱難，又係極陰，凡占昏滯。惟二貴入傳，赴試最吉。干謁必涉二貴交加，用事去而復來，但不宜占解散憂疑之事。且支之陽神，晝乘白虎克支；支之陰神，夜乘白虎脫支，宅內有不寧之象。與支乘墓虎，有伏尸同論。

The interpretation states: A lesson with the position separated and retreated indicates great difficulty in moving forward; it also belongs to extreme yin, so all divinations will be obscure and obstructed. However, the two noblemen have entered the three transmissions, making it most auspicious for taking exams. If one seeks favor or petitions people, it is certainly necessary to have the two noblemen recommend each other, with matters going and then returning. It is not suitable for divining the resolution of worries and doubts. Furthermore, the yang spirit of the day branch rises with the white tiger to attack the day branch during the day; the yin spirit of the day branch rises with the white tiger to drain the day branch at night: this indicates unrest within the household. It can be interpreted similarly to the day branch riding the white tiger as the tomb spirit and the presence of unclaimed bones beneath the house.

天時：天罡指陽，畢宿居未，課曰極陰，占晝則晴，占夜則雨。家宅：宅臨羊刃，防有刑傷，夜占更防失脫。仕宦：兩貴入傳，功名可望，然支干皆敗，後必難保。求財：宜得貴人之財。婚姻：干上落空，占婚不吉。胎產：下強上弱，課又極陰，妊乃成女，母實兒空，占產不吉。疾病：此係火症，病實人空，若無年命相救，恐不能起。出行：路陸稍吉，水路大凶。行人：天罡加仲，尚在中途。兵戰：仲春乃吉，餘時欠利。

When asking about the weather, the Tiangang points to the Yang position, indicating rain, and the Net mansion falls on Wei. The name of the lesson is called Extreme Yin, so if the lesson is cast during the day, it indicates clear weather, but if cast at night, it indicates rain. When asking about the household, the house is afflicted by Yangren, an Inauspicious Sha, so there should be caution against injuries; even more so at night, there should be caution against theft. When asking about officialdom, two Noblemen are in the Three Transmissions, indicating prospects for official rank, but since the Day Stem and Day Branch are in a defeated position, it is certain that they will not be able to maintain their position in the future. When asking about seeking wealth, it is advisable to take money from the Nobleman's hand. When asking about marriage, the Day Stem is occupied by an empty position, so the marriage is not auspicious. When asking about pregnancy, the lower god is strong and the upper god is weak, and the lesson is of the Extreme Yin type, indicating a female fetus; the mother's side is solid while the fetus's side is empty, so the birth is not auspicious. When asking about illness, this is a fire illness, with the pathogen being strong and the body weak; if there is no saving from the person's birth year and destiny, it is feared that the patient will not be able to get up. When asking about travel, traveling by land is somewhat auspicious, but traveling by water is very inauspicious. When asking about a missing person, the Tiangang is added to the position of the four quarters, indicating that the person is still on the way. When asking about military affairs, it is only auspicious in the second month of spring, and at other times it is not favorable.

畢法云：鬼乘天乙乃神祇，支乘墓虎有伏尸，干支皆敗勢傾頹，一旬周遍始終宜。干上卯，支上午，支干皆乘敗氣，是為破敗神臨宅，必宅中有人不利，漸致家道衰殘。壬髓經云：當門臺土，所行見阻。指掌賦云：丑亥酉極陰，無出潛之意。

The "Bi Fa Fu" says: If the official ghost is riding on Tian Yi Gu Ren, it indicates that divine spirits are causing trouble; if the day branch is occupied by the Tomb Spirit and the White Tiger, there must be unclaimed corpses beneath the house; if both the day stem and day branch are in a declining position, the family's fortune will decline; if the ten days' beginning and end are fully covered, then everything will be appropriate throughout. In this case, the day stem is卯 and the day branch is午, both the day stem and day branch are in a declining state, which means the spirit of decline is present over the house, causing some people in the family to be affected, gradually leading to the family's decline. The "Ren Mei Jing" says: If there is a pile of soil at the entrance, the path taken will encounter obstacles. The "Zhi Zhang Fu" says: The three transmissions of Chou, Hai, and You are called extreme yin, indicating that the person involved has no prospects and should only remain hidden.

課體：元首，元胎，寡宿，不備。課義：人往就財，傳課縈迴，所孟未得，所畏須來。

This lesson's "Lesson Pattern" is "Original Head," combined with the patterns "Original Fetus," "Gusu," and "Incompleteness." The meaning of the lesson indicates that the Day Stem actively moves towards wealth; the three transmissions do not go beyond the characters in the four lessons, circling around without escaping the circle; the desired wealth is always out of reach; the feared official ghost cannot be avoided and will inevitably come.

解曰：申為日財，巳加於申，是人往就財也。三傳不離子四課，縈迴不斷，不能解散憂疑。所孟者申財，今坐於鬼方，取則有禍不可得也。末傳亥水克干，是其所畏，無所剋制，勢所必來矣。

Shen metal is the wealth god for Bing day. Bing's lodging palace is Si fire, which is placed upon Shen metal. This represents a person actively moving towards wealth. The three transmissions keep circling within the scope of the four lessons, forming a continuous loop, so the mind remains unsettled. The desired wealth is Shen metal, but it is now located in the position of official ghosts. Trying to obtain it would bring trouble, and ultimately it cannot be obtained. The final transmission, Hai water, directly attacks the day stem, which is exactly what the diviner fears. There is no deity in the chart that can restrain it, so according to this situation, it is inevitable that it will come.

斷曰：元胎之課，事從新起。巳加申作合，謂之干支相會，宜占交加會合之事。巳為旬空，晝將天空，循環空回，求望皆難如意。支乘六合，干乘六害，而官鬼又在末傳，主自己煎熬，他人逸樂。青龍乘寅，若作月內生氣，謂之龍加生氣，當徐徐發福。

The divination states: This is a new beginning, with matters starting from the beginning. The巳 (Si) is added to申 (Shen) to form Liu He (六合), which indicates the day stem and day branch are in harmony, making it suitable for matters related to social interactions, partnerships, and collaborations. Unfortunately, the巳 fire is in the旬空 (decade void), and the day's heavenly general is Tian Kong (sky), so after going around, it still remains empty. Therefore, the desired outcomes are difficult to achieve. The day branch is occupied by Liu He (六合), while the day stem is occupied by Liu Hai (六害), and the official ghost is in the final transmission, indicating that the person is suffering internally while others are enjoying themselves externally. The Azure Dragon is riding on寅 (Yin) wood; if this寅 wood happens to be the current month's life qi, it is called "Dragon added to life qi," and good fortune will gradually appear.

天時：日上龍合皆空，晝占乃晴，末傳朱雀投水，夜占乃雨。家宅：人宅皆空，不能驟發。仕宦：填實支干，富貴可得。求財：龍空財薄。婚姻：下合上害，自己有阻。胎產：二陰包陽，妊乃成男，母子俱空，母吉兒凶。疾病：齒痛嘔血，或心經受病，可以速愈，冬占不吉。出行：水陸皆吉。行人：天罡加季，行者立至。兵戰：祿馬皆空，未見其利。墳墓：當是金局，甲寅落脈，壬丙作向為佳。

When asking about the weather, if the Azure Dragon and Liu He are both in Kongwang on the day stem, it indicates clear weather during the day; if the Vermilion Bird is submerged in water in the final transmission, it suggests rain at night. When asking about the household, if both the person and the house are in Kongwang, there will be no prosperity. When asking about official position, when the day stem and day branch's Kongwang are filled, wealth and honor can be obtained. When asking about wealth, if the Azure Dragon is in Kongwang, the wealth will be weak. When asking about marriage, if the lower spirits are harmonious but the upper spirits are harmful, the obstacles come from one's own side. When asking about childbirth, if two yin spirits are surrounding one yang spirit, it indicates a male child; but if both the mother and child are in Kongwang, the mother is auspicious while the child is inauspicious. When asking about illness, it indicates toothache and hemoptysis, or illness in the heart meridian, which can recover quickly, but it is inauspicious in winter. When asking about travel, both water and land routes are favorable. When asking about a traveler, if Tiangang is placed at the position of the four seasons, the traveler will arrive immediately. When asking about military affairs, if the禄神 and the Post-horse are in Kongwang, there is no obvious advantage. When asking about a grave, one should take the metal formation, with the pulse coming from the Jiayin direction and the grave facing north-south with the ridge facing south.

畢法云：富貴干支逢祿馬，權攝不正祿臨支，彼此猜忌害相隨。課經云：干上寅為驛馬，支上巳為日祿，初傳巳為相氣，加申為用。末傳亥為貴人，年命再逢祿馬貴人者，謂之榮華課。主人宅俱利，出入俱亨。倘用兵征討，有得地千里之象。

The *Bi Fa Fu* says: When the day stem and day branch encounter the禄神 and The Post-horse, it indicates a prosperous and wealthy fate; if the禄神 is located in the day branch, officials are often acting in an interim capacity with an improper status; mutual suspicion arises because harmful spirits accompany them throughout. The *Ke Jing* states: The寅 wood on the day stem is the Post-horse for丙 day, and the巳 fire on the day branch is the禄神 for丙 day. If the initial transmission is巳 fire, which is in harmony, and it is placed on申 to initiate the transmission; the final transmission is亥 water, which is the Nobleman for丙 day. If the person seeking the divination also encounters禄, 马, and Nobleman in their birth year's destiny, this is called the "Rong Hua Ke," indicating benefits for both the person and their residence, smoothness in going out and staying at home. If used to predict military campaigns, it suggests the potential to expand territory by thousands of miles.

課體：重審，潤下。課義：事雖難行，亦反可成，惟宜姑待，三六合並。

This lesson pattern is "Chong Shen" (Re-examination). The three transmissions are Shen, Zi, and Chen, which form a water pattern, indicating "Run Xia" (moistening downward). The meaning of the lesson suggests that all three transmissions are water elements that overcome the fire of Bing. The matter seems difficult to advance; however, in reality, it can succeed, but one must wait temporarily and not rush to achieve results—because the triple harmony and Liu He are both present in the chart. Whenever triple harmony and Liu He appear together, even if there is misfortune, it will turn into good fortune.

解曰：三傳全水，來傷日干，事若難行。殊不知申子辰為三合，干上見丑，又為六合。巳申亦合，辰酉亦合。經云：三六相呼見喜忻，縱然帶惡不成嗔。況干上丑土，亦足敵其傳水，凡謀皆有成就。惟不宜欲速成功，徐以待之可也。

The three transmissions are all water, and together they attack and overcome the Bing fire day stem, making the situation seem difficult. But one does not realize that Shen, Zi, and Chen form the triple harmony of water. On the day stem, there is also Chou earth, which forms the six harmony with Zi; Si harmonizes with Shen, and Chen harmonizes with You. The harmonious relationships are layered and complex. The classic text says: the triple harmony and six harmony support each other, indicating joy and happiness. Even if there is some evil, it cannot manifest as anger. Moreover, the Chou earth on the day stem is sufficient to resist the water of the three transmissions. Therefore, any plan can be realized, but one should not rush for success and should wait patiently instead.

斷曰：潤下之課，三傳全鬼，唯利占官，病訟最忌。自支陰之鬼發用，謂之家鬼取家人。賴干有救，可以弭患。又當察救神為何等之神。如朱雀必得文書之力，如貴人必得官長之力也。

The interpretation states: This divination indicates a situation of moistening and descending. All three transmissions are official ghosts, which is only beneficial when predicting official affairs. It is most inauspicious for predicting illness or legal disputes. The official ghosts arise from the hidden spirit of the day branch, which is called "family ghost binding the family members," meaning calamity arises from within. Fortunately, the day stem has another saving deity that can mitigate the disaster. At this time, one should carefully examine which deity is the saving one: if it is the Vermilion Bird, salvation comes through documents; if it is the Nobleman, salvation comes through officials.

天時：晝占朱雀臨干，早必見日；三傳潤下，午后陰雨。家宅：晝占見喜，夜占見憂。仕宦：三傳皆是官星，功名甚利。求財：危中取財。婚姻：事在必成，神空不吉。胎產：女孕易產。疾病：腎水不足，或脾洩之疾，不久自愈。出行：陸路平安。行人：天罡加孟，尚未啟行。捕獲：賊在東南屠宰之家，與女人相合。兵戰：結連眾敵，謹慎則吉。

When asking about the weather, if the lesson is cast in the daytime and the Vermilion Bird is positioned over the day stem, the sun will definitely come out in the early morning; if the three transmissions form a water pattern of moistening and descending, it will turn to rain and clouds in the afternoon. When asking about the household, if the lesson is cast in the daytime, good things will happen, but if cast at night, worries will arise. When asking about official positions, if all three transmissions are official stars, there will be great benefit in terms of achievements and reputation. When asking about seeking wealth, one must obtain wealth in dangerous situations. When asking about marriage, the matter will certainly be settled, but if the useful god falls into an empty position, it will be inauspicious. When asking about pregnancy, it is a female fetus, and delivery will be easy. When asking about illness, it indicates a deficiency of kidney water or spleen weakness leading to diarrhea, which will soon recover. When asking about travel, traveling by land will be safe. When asking about a missing person, if the Tiangang is placed in the position of the four young months, the person has not yet started to move. When asking about capturing a criminal, the thief is hiding in the southeast direction, in the home of a butcher, and is in a relationship with a woman. When asking about military affairs, the enemy will form alliances, and if our side is cautious, it will be auspicious.

畢法云：眾鬼雖彰全不畏，萬事喜忻三六合，傳鬼化財財險危。纂要云：三傳俱鬼，則能去比肩，而無奪財之神。如三合課全作日鬼，兩課俱空，獨存一字為財，乃是全鬼變財也。終是危險，總得之亦不甚穩。若年命上乘日鬼，其禍仍發，終不為財也。

The "Bi Fa Fu" says: Although many ghosts are apparent, if there is a rescue, they are not to be feared; when Triple Harmony and Liu He appear together, all matters can bring joy; when the official ghost in the three transmissions turns into a treasure god, this treasure is dangerous. The "Liu Ren Zuan Yao" says: If all three transmissions are official ghosts, they can eliminate the rival brothers who compete with me, so no one will take my treasure. For example, if all the Triple Harmony lessons become daily ghosts, and two of the four lessons fall empty, leaving only one character as the treasure god, this is called "full ghost turning into treasure"; this kind of treasure is ultimately dangerous, and even if obtained, it is not secure. If the person being divined has the year and birth sign also occupied by the daily ghost, misfortune will still occur, and that money will still not become real treasure.

課體：知一，四絕，鑄印。課義：彼己無禮，閉口為美，各自昏迷，病絕藥餌。

The lesson pattern of this divination is "Zhi Yi", combined with "Si Jue" and "Zhu Yin" categories. The meaning of the lesson indicates that the day stem and day branch are in a mutual "Wu Li Xi Xing" (Punishment of Impropriety) due to the subjugation of Zi and Mao. At this time, it is best to remain silent. Both the day stem and day branch are seated in their respective Storage (storage), leading to confusion and lack of clarity. If the question is about illness, the patient will be unable to take medicine or food.

解曰：干支子卯相刑，彼己無禮。卯乃旬尾，臨於宅上，居家者閉口可也。巳臨戌上，申臨丑上，各自坐墓，甘於昏迷矣。病絕藥餌者，緣卯為閉口，不能飲食及藥餌也。

The water of the day stem (Jia) meets the wood of the day branch (Mao) and they mutually harm each other, which is called the Punishment of Impropriety. Both sides lose their balance. The Mao wood is at the end of the current ten-day cycle and is located over the family palace. Those living at home should remain silent. The fire of the巳, where the Jia stem is temporarily located, falls on the戌 earth, and the metal of the day branch,申, falls on the丑 earth. Each sits in its own storage place, and thus must accept confusion and ignorance. This is called 'disease, decline, and medicine', because the Mao wood signifies closing the mouth. The patient cannot eat or take medicine.

斷曰：知一之課，首尾兩端，下合上刑，夫妻反目之象。墓神發用，舊事復興。課名鑄印，傳入空亡。中傳祿神，逢空入墓，又被子克戌掩，全然無氣，大不利於仕宦。

The interpretation says: Knowing the first lesson, the beginning and end each hold an extreme, the lower god agrees while the upper god is in conflict, resembling a couple turning against each other. The spirit of the tomb is initiating the transmission, causing old matters to resurface. Although the lesson is called Casting the Seal, the three transmissions fall into Kongwang. The middle transmission's禄 god meets Kongwang and enters the storage, and is further overcome by子 water and covered by戌 earth, having no life qi at all, which is extremely unfavorable for someone in official position.

天時：水神空陷，朱雀受克，陰而不雨。家宅：卯為閉口臨宅，防門戶是非。仕宦：官祿皆空，求官不吉。求財：己財難守，外財難得。婚姻：支干相刑，日上又空，占婚不吉。胎產：二陽包陰，妊女之象，母實兒空，占產不利。疾病：心家、肝家受病，或閉口不食，年命有救，方可言生。出行：陸路不吉，水路可行。行人：天罡加仲，尚在中途。遺失：在西方尋。兵戰：支干各自相刑，未見其利。

Inquiring about the weather, the water deity is in an empty and trapped position, the Vermilion Bird is also being overcome, yet the sky is cloudy but no rain falls. Inquiring about the household, the wood of the卯 branch is in a closed position, and a spirit of closure is present over the house, so be cautious of disputes at the entrance and doors. Inquiring about official positions, the official star and the禄 deity are both in an empty position, so seeking an official position is not auspicious. Inquiring about wealth, one's own money is hard to keep, and external wealth is difficult to obtain. Inquiring about marriage, the day stem and day branch are in conflict, and the day stem is also in an empty position, so marriage is not auspicious. Inquiring about childbirth, two yang deities are surrounding one yin deity, indicating a female fetus; the mother's side is solid while the fetus's side is empty, so childbirth is unfavorable. Inquiring about illness, both the heart and liver meridians are affected, or the teeth are clenched and one cannot eat; only if there is a saving deity on the person's birth year can one hope for survival. Inquiring about travel, traveling by land is inauspicious, but traveling by water is possible. Inquiring about a missing person, search to the west. Inquiring about warfare, the day stem and day branch are in conflict with each other, and there is no clear advantage to be found.

畢法云：賓主不投刑在上，不行傳者考初時，人宅坐墓甘招晦，干墓並關人宅廢。三車一覽云：胎神在子，加於干上，若正月占，非妻有孕，即偏室懷胎。但逢空陷，必係鬼胎，否則胎墜。心鏡云：卯加申，戊加卯，占病必手足不舉，或手足受傷之類。原纂義云：戌加卯為歸課，占小人即到。

The "Bi Fa Fu" says: When the guest and host do not harmonize, it is because the god of mutual punishment is above; if the three transmissions do not flow smoothly in terms of movement and progression, then one should examine the first transmission and the time of divination; if both person and dwelling are in the storage (mùkù), it is equivalent to willingly inviting misfortune; if the day stem enters the storage and encounters obstruction, both person and dwelling will decline. The "San Che Yi Lian" says: If the fetal god falls on the Zi (mouse) and is placed upon the day stem, and if it is divined in the first month, it is either the main wife who is pregnant or the concubine who is with child; but if it encounters emptiness or decline, it must be a false pregnancy or ghostly pregnancy, otherwise there will be a miscarriage. The "Xin Jing" says: If卯 (rabbit) is added to申 (monkey) or戊 (wu) is added to卯 (rabbit), divination regarding illness indicates that the person will be unable to move their hands and feet, or suffer from injuries to the hands and feet. The "Yuan Zuan Yi" says: If戌 (dog) is added to卯 (rabbit), it is called "guikè" (returning to the lesson), and when divining about whether small people will come, they will arrive immediately.

課體：反吟，元胎。課義：遞互六害，猜嫌盡在，夜被鬼災，晝占神怪。

This lesson pattern features both "Reverse Chant" and "Original Womb" simultaneously, indicating that matters are repeatedly changing and starting anew. The meaning of the lesson suggests that the day stem and day branch interact with each other, forming the six harmful relationships, with suspicion and discord hidden within. If the lesson was cast at night, the亥 water, which overcomes the day, rides the Vermilion Bird, indicating ghosts and disasters. If cast during the day, the official ghost rides the nobleman, indicating supernatural disturbances.

解曰：上下相合，而巳與寅，亥與申，復交車相害，是和美之中，致生猜忌。則雖合而猜嫌之心未嘗不在也。夜占亥水，乘雀作鬼，是為鬼災。晝占鬼乘天乙，是為神怪也。

The heavenly stem and earthly branch of the day are originally paired in mutual harmony, but the combinations of巳 with寅 and亥 with申 form the six harmful relationships, thus introducing suspicion into an otherwise harmonious situation—although they may be united, the suspicion never disappears. When casting a divination at night, the water of亥 rides upon the Vermilion Bird and acts as an official ghost that overcomes the fire of丙, indicating hidden troubles and disasters. When casting a divination in the day, the official ghost rides upon the nobleman, indicating interference by supernatural forces.

斷曰：反吟之課，反覆無常。而干支上下陰陽，課傳有合有沖，有刑有害，主翻雲覆雨之象。且亥加丙為明鬼，寅遁壬為暗鬼，甚矣，人情之不測也。雀鬼臨干，忌有彈章，喜乘天乙，大宜告貴結絕舊事。

The interpretation states: reverse chant divination indicates unpredictable changes. The yang and yin spirits of the day stem and day branch, together with the four lessons and three transmissions, have both harmonies and conflicts, as well as punishments and harms, resembling the situation of turning hands from clouds to rain. Moreover, the water of亥 is placed on丙, forming an openly visible official ghost, while the wood of寅 hides the water of壬, forming a concealed official ghost. The difficulty of human hearts has reached its peak at this point. The official ghost transformed by the Vermilion Bird is positioned on the day stem, which most fears someone filing an accusation. Fortunately, it is riding on the nobleman, so it is most suitable to seek the nobleman's help to settle all previous matters.

天時：水神臨日剋日，箕宿往來相加，風雨不常。家宅：寅受沖剋，尊長不寧。仕宦：雖是貴人臨身，卻逢德空祿絕，占官欠利。求財：財與人合，不求自至。婚姻：佳兒佳婦，但後來須防反目。胎產：男喜，易產。疾病：寒熱往來，不久可愈。出行：課體極動，但上神相合，行期必愆。行人：天罡加季，行者立至。兵戰：龍加生氣，夜占勝。

When asking about the weather, the water god approaches the day and also overcomes it, indicating the Wind Mansion (Ji Xu) repeatedly influences the situation, resulting in unpredictable wind and rain. When asking about the household, the寅 wood is attacked and overcome, causing the respected elders in the family to lack peace. When asking about official career, although a nobleman is present on the person, it coincides with the day's virtue being empty and the禄 god being at its decline, indicating poor official fortune. When asking about seeking wealth, the wealth god combines with people, so there is no need to seek it; it will come naturally. When asking about marriage, it is a good match between a good son-in-law and daughter-in-law, but one must be cautious of future disputes. When asking about childbirth, a male child is auspicious and delivery will be easy. When asking about illness, the patient experiences alternating cold and heat, but the illness will soon recover. When asking about travel, the lesson pattern is extremely unstable, but the upper gods are harmonious with each other, so the travel date will definitely be delayed. When asking about a missing person, the Tiangang is placed on the position of the four seasons, indicating the person who has left will arrive immediately. When asking about military affairs, the Azure Dragon influences the life qi, and starting a battle at night will lead to victory.

畢法云：彼此猜忌害相隨，鬼乘天乙乃神祇，支干值絕凡謀決。課經云：丙日巳加亥，為德入天門格。仕人赴試，必然高中。玉成歌云：反吟占事休言定，往復雙雙兩事因；常占須主身搖動，不動人情有怨心。指要云：反吟不定，病主兩症。

The "Bifa Fu" says: mutual suspicion arises because the harmful spirits follow along the path; the official ghost rides on the nobleman, indicating supernatural interference; if both the day stem and day branch are in the state of decline, any plan should be abandoned. The "Ke Jing" says: on a丙 day with巳 added to亥, it forms the pattern of "virtue entering the heavenly gate," which indicates that those who study and seek official positions will certainly succeed in exams. The "Yucheng Ge" says: when a reverse chant pattern appears in a divination, do not make definitive statements; coming and going in pairs often indicates two causes; for ordinary people, it signifies inner restlessness, even if they remain still, there is underlying resentment. The "Zhiyao" says: reverse chant indicates uncertainty in matters; in divination about illness, it suggests the occurrence of two diseases at once.

課體：元首，斬關。課義：彼己墓覆，夜貴覆獄，晝病須亡，申入棺木。

This lesson's "Lesson Pattern" is "Original Leader." The Hekui (Xu) earth is added to the day stem as the initiating transmission, forming the "Cutting the Gate" pattern. The meaning of the lesson indicates that both sides of the day stem and day branch are covered and pressed by the墓神 (mù shén, tomb deity); the nobleman in the night falls into the position of the prison; if this is a daytime divination about illness, the patient's life is in danger; because the day branch, which is the metal of Shen, is immersed into the wood of Mao, and the upper rider is the Liu He (liu he, six harmonies), it is just like the body lying in a coffin.

解曰：戌為火墓，加於丙上。丑為金墓，加於申上。是支干各被墓覆，彼己皆昏。酉貴臨於辰上，為貴人入獄，干謁必致嗔怒也。申為墓覆，而自投於卯。上乘六合，謂之六片板。申，身也。身即入棺，晝若占病，死無疑矣。三月死氣在申方尤的。

The earth branch Xu is the storage for fire, and now it is placed upon Bing fire; the earth branch Chou is the storage for metal, and now it is placed upon Shen metal. Both the day stem and day branch are covered by their respective storage deities, causing confusion and lack of clarity on both sides. The nobleman appears at You metal, which is located at Chen position, indicating the nobleman has entered prison. At this time, if one seeks help from others, it will only provoke anger. The day branch Shen metal is already covered by its storage deity and is further immersed in Mao wood. Above it is the Liu He, which refers to a coffin made of six boards, matching the meaning of "six boards." Since "Shen" and "Shen" (body) have the same sound, the body is now in the coffin. If this is used to predict illness during the day, death is certain. If this is divined in the third month, the death qi is precisely located at the Shen direction, making the prediction especially accurate.

斷曰：斬關之課，動而不寧。干之陰神為旬尾，支之陰神為旬首，亦名周遍格。所謂首尾相見，占事不脫。申為妻財，占妻尤凶。

The interpretation says: This is a lesson of cutting through barriers, indicating active turmoil and instability. The hidden stem of the day stem is at the end of the current ten-stem cycle, and the hidden stem of the day branch is at the beginning of the same cycle, which is also called "Comprehensive Pattern." It is said that the beginning and end meet, and in divination, the outcome will not be empty. However, in this case, the metal of the hour of Shen serves as the wife's wealth, so when divining matters related to the spouse, it is particularly dangerous.

天時：墓神覆日，水運乎上，陰雨之象。家宅：干支乘墓，昏晦之極，更復刑害，難免傷殘。仕宦：官貴不見，德祿空絕，占官不吉。求財：財爻雖見，上乘墓神，取之甚難。婚姻：男不佳，女不吉。胎產：上強下弱，妊乃成男，子母皆墓，產必遲難。疾病：有脾胃腹疾，或積塊之症，昏迷難治。出行：水路不吉，陸路更凶。行人：天罡加孟，尚未起身。兵戰：春占猶可，餘皆不吉。

When asking about the weather, the tomb god covers the day stem, and water qi moves above, indicating a rainy and gloomy condition. When asking about the household, both the day stem and day branch are under the influence of the tomb god, resulting in extreme darkness, and with additional punishments and harms, there will inevitably be injuries. When asking about official positions, officials and noblemen do not appear, and the day virtue and day fortune are empty and at their decline, indicating an unfavorable official career. When asking about wealth, although the wealth element is visible, it is covered by the tomb god, making it difficult to obtain. When asking about marriage, the male side is unfavorable, and the female side is also not auspicious. When asking about childbirth, the upper god is strong while the lower god is weak, indicating a male fetus; if both mother and child are in the tomb storage, the delivery will be delayed and difficult. When asking about illness, there may be problems with the spleen and stomach, or a mass in the abdomen, accompanied by confusion and difficulty in treatment. When asking about travel, traveling by water is unfavorable, and traveling by land is even worse. When asking about a missing person, the heavenly罡 is placed in the four young positions, indicating that the person has not yet started moving. When asking about military affairs, it is onlywith difficulty acceptable in spring, but unfavorable at other times.

畢法云：兩蛇夾墓凶難免，支干乘墓各昏迷。神定經云：戌加干墓干，晝夜天將，皆乘螣蛇。地盤之巳，又是螣蛇，乃兩蛇夾墓，凶難免也。占病必有積塊，以致不救，或行年本命是戌，凶禍尤急。如年命居亥，上乘天罡，用虎沖蛇，乃名破墓，庶可少延。然終不救，緣虎空無力故也。

The *Bifa Fu* says: When two Teng Snakes surround the Tomb Spirit (burial god), misfortune is unavoidable; if both the day stem and day branch are riding on the Tomb Spirit, both sides will be confused and unclear. The *Shen Ding Jing* says: When戌 earth is placed on the day stem to form the day stem's burial, whether in day or night, the heavenly generals will ride on the Teng Snake; the巳 position on the earth plate itself is also Teng Snake, thus forming two snakes surrounding the burial, danger cannot be avoided. When used for divination on illness, there will certainly be a mass in the abdomen, leading to an untreatable condition; if the person's year of birth and destiny is exactly戌, the misfortune will come especially urgently. If the person's year of birth and destiny falls on亥, with the heavenly罡 (Tiangang) above, one can use the White Tiger to break the Teng Snake, which is called "breaking the burial," perhaps delaying the illness for some time; but ultimately, the person cannot be saved, because the White Tiger is in an empty position, lacking strength.

課體：重審，從革。課義：身乘夜貴，晝財破碎，夜將助財，宜乎假貸。

This lesson's "Lesson Pattern" is "Re-examination." The three transmissions are in the branches巳, 酉, and 丑, which form a metal trinity, known as "From Reform," indicating a situation where things first proceed smoothly and then undergo change. The lesson's meaning states that the day stem is accompanied by a nobleman at night; however, the wealth god at daytime is accompanied by a broken and Inauspicious Sha (malevolent) element. The heavenly general at night belongs to earth, which can generate and support the entire metal wealth. Therefore, this lesson suggests it is suitable to borrow money from others for circulation.

解曰：酉加丙上，夜占貴人臨身，可以干貴。晝占則酉為日財，乘雀而為破碎，財必有費。夜將純土脫氣，助起全金之財。若轉求借貸，亦可先費而後得也。

In the case of酉 metal placed over 丙 fire, if the divination is cast at night, it is the nobleman of the 丙 day that is present on the person, and one may seek the nobleman's help. If the divination is cast during the day, the酉 metal becomes the wealth god of the 丙 day, riding upon the Vermilion Bird and bringing the breaking-up calamity. This money will certainly involve some expenditure. At night, the heavenly general is purely a soil deity, although it releases the energy of 丙 fire, it can also generate and assist in forming a complete metal wealth. Therefore, if one turns to arranging loans, there will also be some initial expenditure followed by some gain.

斷曰：從革之課，先天後革，有暌違之象。酉丁臨日發用，必因妻財而動。財神入墓，到手遲延。干支皆乘死神，止用休息，不宜動謀。會成金局，生支上子水官鬼，止宜納粟求名。

The divination states: This is a lesson of metal transformation, initially following old customs, later bringing about change, thus appearing contradictory and separated. The酉 metal and丁 deity are on the day stem and initiate the transmission, so the matter will certainly arise from wife and wealth. The wealth deity has entered the storage, so obtaining it will be delayed. Both the day stem and day branch are riding the death deity, so it is only suitable to stop and rest, not to take action or plan. The three transmissions form a metal group, which in turn benefits the子 water official ghost in the day branch, so it is only suitable to contribute grain and rice in order to seek a title.

天時：畢宿臨日發用，三傳生水，出旬當有大雨。家宅：人宅相破，夜占，亡神脫支，復乘元武，破失難免。功名：貴祿皆空，又逢破碎，納粟則吉，巳午命人可中。求財：傳財化鬼，防有禍患。婚姻：支干上下相合，復又相破，恐成中有破。胎產：女孕難產。疾病：晝占乘後，女主血竭，男乃腎虛，病未能退。出行：陸路無益，水路不吉。行人：天罡加仲，尚在中途。兵戰：傳財生鬼，未見甚利。墳墓：水法甚合，主山亦高，庚酉辛龍，身可發貴。

When asking about the weather, the mansion of Net (毕宿) is on the approach day and initiates the transmission, and the three transmissions also generate water, so there will be heavy rain within this ten-day period. When asking about the household, the person and the house mutually destroy each other; when the lesson is cast at night, the lost spirit drains the day branch, and the upper position is occupied by the Black Tortoise, so loss of wealth and belongings is inevitable. When asking about official rank, the nobleman and the grain god both fall into emptiness, and they also meet the broken-up evil spirit; giving grain and rice is favorable, and those whose birth sign is Snake or Horse can pass the examination. When asking about seeking wealth, the wealth god in the three transmissions turns into official ghosts, so one must beware of trouble arising from this. When asking about marriage, although the day stem and day branch are in harmony, they also mutually destroy each other, so there may be some failure in the process of achieving the marriage. When asking about childbirth, it is a female fetus, and the delivery will be difficult. When asking about illness, when the lesson is cast in the daytime and the Heavenly Empress is used, it indicates blood dryness for women and kidney deficiency for men, and the illness will not subside quickly. When asking about travel, traveling by land is not beneficial, and traveling by water is not auspicious. When asking about a missing person, the Tiangang is placed on the fourth quarter position, so the person is still on the way. When asking about military affairs, the wealth in the three transmissions generates official ghosts, and there is no obvious advantage. When asking about burial grounds, the water method is very harmonious, the mountain is high, and the dragon comes from the directions of Geng, You, and Xin, so the person can become wealthy and noble.

畢法云：兩貴受克難干貴，人宅皆死各衰羸，萬事喜忻三六合，合中犯煞蜜中砒。課經云：子加申謂之胎坐長生，大宜占孕，不利占產。指掌賦云：酉丑巳為獻刃，遠近俱被其傷。雲霄賦云：陰人疤面，赤蛇走人金門（巳加酉）；美女失音，白雉飛來巽戶（酉加巳）。

The "Bifa Fu" says: When two noblemen are both afflicted, it is difficult to seek help from noblemen; when both person and dwelling are subject to death qi, both are in a state of extreme decline; when triple harmony and liuhe are both present, all matters bring joy; but when harmony is present yet Inauspicious Sha are involved, it is like sweet honey mixed with arsenic. The "Ke Jing" says: When Zi is placed over Shen, it is called "Tai Zuo Changsheng," most suitable for predicting pregnancy, but not favorable for predicting childbirth. The "Zhipang Fu" says: The three transmissions of You, Chou, and Si are called "Xian Ren," and both near and far will be harmed by it. The "Yunxiao Fu" says: Seeing a woman with a scar on her face indicates a red snake has entered the golden gate (i.e., Si over You); seeing a beautiful woman who cannot speak indicates a white pheasant has flown into the Xun gate (i.e., You over Si).

課體：重審，元胎，不備，贅婿。課義：長生財貴，夜皆不喜，眾口讚揚，無有窮已。

This divination lesson has the "Lesson Pattern" of "Re-examination," combined with the "Original Fetus," "Incompleteness," and "Stepson" patterns. The meaning of the lesson indicates that although the three auspicious deities—longevity, wealth god, and nobleman—are all present, they are not beneficial by night when the lesson is cast. However, the three transmissions form a continuous cycle, returning finally to the day stem, thus presenting another aspect of widespread praise and continuous commendation.

解曰：寅為日之長生，亥為日之貴人，申為日之財神，晝占則然。至於夜占，則初受兩蛇夾克。中為日鬼，末傳乘虎，遁壬剋日，吉變為凶矣。三傳初生中，中生末，末生干。經所云：三傳遞生人舉薦也，眾口讚揚，豈有窮已乎。

In the daytime divination, the wood of寅 is the long life of the day stem丙, the water of亥 is the nobleman for丙, and the metal of申 is the wealth god for丙. However, when divining at night, the first transmission is sandwiched between two Teng Snakes and thus attacks it, the middle transmission is the official ghost that attacks丙, and the final transmission is occupied by the White Tiger and the hidden water of壬 that attacks the day stem. Thus, good things turn into bad ones. Looking at the sequence of the three transmissions: the first transmission generates the middle transmission, the middle transmission generates the final transmission, and the final transmission turns back to generate the day stem. The classic text says, "If the three transmissions mutually generate, it indicates that someone will recommend a person," which exactly refers to this pattern. How could the momentum of unanimous praise ever cease?

斷曰：重審有不順之情，元胎有隱伏之象。申加巳上作六合，支干相會，宜於合謀成事。干克支申為財，支上神卻為鬼，是謂危中取財。又遞生之課，夜變為凶，即所為樂里生憂也。

The divination indicates that the lesson of re-examination carries an unfavorable situation, and the pattern of original birth conceals hidden implications. The metal of Shen is placed on the fire of Si, forming Liu He, which signifies the meeting of the day stem and day branch. This is favorable for joint endeavors and achieving success together. However, the day stem overcomes the day branch, and although Shen metal is the god of wealth, the spirit on the day branch is the official ghost, which means gaining wealth in danger. Moreover, the three transmissions mutually generating is a good omen, but by night it turns into ainauspicious sign, which is exactly what is called joy turning into worry.

天時：水母臨日發用，天罡指陰主雨，但三傳生日，不久即晴。家宅：支加干而被干克，上神又乘脫氣，必無正屋可居。功名：晝占甚吉。求財：晝占宜得貴人之財，夜占宜得婦妾之財。婚姻：以妻就夫，必成之勢。胎產：下強上弱，二陽包陰，妊乃成女，但申亥相害，產必見傷。疾病：頭瘋，或心經受病，晝占易瘥，夜占難痊。出行：陸路甚坦，水路次之。行人：天罡加季，行者立至。兵戰：晝占吉。

Inquiring about the weather,亥 water is the mother of all waters, approaching the day and initiating the transmission, with Tiangang pointing to the yin position, indicating rain; but all three transmissions come to support the day stem, so it will soon turn clear. Inquiring about the household, the day branch is added to the day stem and is overcome by the day stem, and the upper god is riding on a leaking god, indicating that there is certainly no proper main house to live in. Inquiring about official rank, the class is very auspicious. Inquiring about wealth, during the day, it is suitable to take wealth from the nobleman; during the night, it is suitable to take wealth from women and concubines. Inquiring about marriage, the wife's side is in harmony with the husband's side, indicating a certain outcome. Inquiring about childbirth, the lower god is strong and the upper god is weak, with two yang gods enclosing one yin god, indicating a female fetus; however, since申 and亥 are harmful, there will be injury during childbirth. Inquiring about illness, it indicates headache or illness of the heart meridian; during the day, it is easy to recover, but during the night, it is difficult to recover. Inquiring about travel, traveling by land is very smooth, but traveling by water is slightly less so. Inquiring about a missing person, Tiangang is added to the position of the four seasons, indicating that the person who has left will arrive immediately. Inquiring about warfare, during the day, the class is auspicious.

畢法云：鬼乘天乙乃神祇（晝占），虎乘遁鬼殃非淺，彼此猜忌害相隨。古鑑：乙亥生人，辰將丑時占前程，曰：課名贅婿，必無正居，或寄居妻家。傳見蛇虎，必多喪服。寅為公曹，為蛇虎所撓，官不過司曹。其人後丁父母四喪，止於江陰知錄而已。

The "Bifa Fu" says: If the official ghost rides upon the heavenly stem nobleman, the response indicates divine spirits causing trouble (referring to daytime divination); if the white tiger rides upon the fleeing official ghost, calamity will be severe; mutual suspicion arises because the harmful deities accompany the course throughout. Here is an old case: A person born in the year of Yihai used the辰 general and cast a divination at the hour of Chou to inquire about his future. The diviner said: This lesson is called "赘婿" (a son-in-law without a home). This person will certainly not have his own proper dwelling, or will have to live in his wife's family; the three transmissions include the Teng Snake and the White Tiger, indicating many family deaths; the寅 wood originally represents the official office, but is disturbed by the Teng Snake and the White Tiger, so his official position will only be that of a minor clerk. Later, he suffered four deaths of his parents, and his official position only reached the level of the magistrate of Jiangyin.

課體：重審，斬關，間傳，三陽。課義：鬼在墓蹲，招呼病人，夜遁壬虎，勿恃其寅。

This lesson's "Lesson Pattern" is "Re-examination." The Tiangang (Chen) combined with the day stem initiates the transmission as "Cutting the Gate." The three transmissions, Zi, Yin, and Chen, are connected by intervals, forming "Intermediate Transmission." The sequence Zi-Yin-Chen moves toward the yang, known as "Three Yang," symbolizing brightness. The lesson's meaning states that the water official ghost, which overcomes Bing, is stationed on the Wei earth storage, beckoning the patient. At night, the middle transmission's Yin wood escapes with Ren water and is accompanied by the White Tiger, so do not rely on this Yin wood as a savior.

解曰：子為丙火之鬼，戌為丙火之墓，而申則丙之病地也。今子加戌上而臨申，如鬼蹲於墓，而招呼病人者然。中傳寅木長生，似乎可恃，乃遁出壬水。夜占乘虎，反傷日干，豈可視為救神而倚賴之哉。

The water of Zi is the official ghost of the fire of Bing. The earth of Xu is the storage of the fire of Bing, while the metal of Shen is the sickly place of the fire of Bing. Now the water of Zi is placed upon the earth of Xu, and also adjacent to the metal of Shen, resembling a ghost sitting on a tomb, beckoning the sick person. The wood of Yin, which is the growth of the fire of Bing, seems to be a support, but it has actually hidden away from the current ten-day cycle into the water of Ren. In the night divination, it is also accompanied by the White Tiger, which turns around to harm the day stem. How can such a thing still be relied upon as a savior deity?

斷曰：三陽之課，利於公謀，間傳而進，不無阻滯。下合上刑，有美中不足之象。末辰旬空，不能制鬼。幸干上之未，可敵子水，而寅之夜虎朱雀，亦能克之。但宜坐守，切忌動謀。

The interpretation says: This is a lesson of three yangs, favorable for matters concerning official households; however, since the transmission is passed through an intervening position, there will inevitably be some obstruction. The lower deity is in harmony but the upper deity is in conflict, which still leaves some shortcomings. The final transmission, which is the earth element of Chen, falls into the empty period of the ten days, and thus cannot control the official ghost. Fortunately, the earth element of Wei on the day stem can resist the water element of Zi, and the wood element of Yin, which is occupied by the White Tiger at night and the Vermilion Bird during the day, can also exert restraint. In conclusion, it is only suitable to remain seated and maintain the current situation, and one must avoid taking any hasty actions to pursue affairs.

天時：天罡指陽，水神被墓，恐不能雨。家宅：宅上乘墓，昏迷之象。功名：官爻發用，夜占則吉。求財：宜得貴人之財。婚姻：支干相刑，陰神相破，不吉。胎產：下強上弱，妊乃成女。疾病：夜占脾土受病，晝占腎水虧竭，二月占更不吉。出行：陸路防失，水路更凶。行人：天罡加孟，尚未啟行。兵戰：晝占不吉，夜占愈凶。墳墓：青龍空陷，不能久發。

Inquiring about the weather, the Tiangang points to the yang position, and the water deity is trapped by the storage, so it is feared that rain will not come. Inquiring about the household, the mansion is covered by the storage deity, indicating a state of confusion and disorder. Inquiring about official rank, the official element initiates the transmission, and starting the divination at night is favorable. Inquiring about wealth, it is advisable to take money from the nobleman's hand. Inquiring about marriage, the day stem and day branch are in conflict, and the yin deity mutually destroys each other, which is unfavorable. Inquiring about childbirth, the lower deity is strong while the upper deity is weak, indicating a female fetus. Inquiring about illness, starting the divination at night indicates illness in the spleen earth, while starting during the day indicates depletion of the kidney water; this is even more unfavorable in the second lunar month. Inquiring about travel, traveling by land should beware of loss, and traveling by water is even more dangerous. Inquiring about a missing person, the Tiangang is added to the four young positions, meaning the person has not yet started moving. Inquiring about warfare, starting the divination during the day is unfavorable, and starting at night is even worse. Inquiring about graves, the Azure Dragon falls into an empty and trapped position, unable to bring long-lasting blessings.

畢法云：虎乘遁鬼殃非淺，罡塞鬼戶任謀為。指掌賦云：子寅辰向三陽而所望光明。三才賦云：魁罡臨處，多生詞訟；申午並交，常有狐疑。又云：天馬驛馬入垣，所占迅速。壬髓經云：末克初強，初克末弱。

The "Bi Fa Fu" says: When the White Tiger rides on the fleeing official ghost, calamity and misfortune will not be slight; when Tiangang blocks the ghost gate, evil spirits cannot escape, and no matter how you plan, it will all go smoothly. The "Zhi Zhang Fu" says: When the three transmissions of Zi, Yin, and Chen move towards the Yang position, it is called the Three Yang, and whatever you hope for will be bright and attainable. The "San Cai Fu" says: Where Hekui and Tiangang are present, there are often lawsuits; when Shen and Wu intersect, there are often doubts and indecision. It also says: When the Heavenly Horse and the Post-horse both enter the enclosure, the outcome of the matter will be verified very quickly. The "Ren Mei Jing" says: When the final transmission overcomes the initial transmission, it indicates that my side is strong; when the initial transmission overcomes the final transmission, it indicates that my side is weak.

課體：遙克，彈射，連茹。課義：身宅旺盛，動變網刃，眾貴難憑，死墓絕並。

This lesson's "Lesson Pattern" is "Remote Conquest" under the category "Projectile." The day stem remotely conquers the god in the lesson, like a projectile being shot out. The three transmissions are connected by the earthly branches酉, 戌, and 亥, forming "Connected Mushrooms." The meaning of the lesson indicates that both the day stem and day branch have strong energies, but once they move, they become entangled in heaven and earth nets and suffer from Yangren injuries. Although there are many noblemen, they become without support. Moreover, the three transmissions exactly correspond to the three places of death, tomb, and extinction for the fire element 丙.

解曰：午為干之旺氣，加於干上。酉為支之旺氣，加干支上，是身宅俱旺盛也。但動則變為網羅、羊刃傷身，惟宜守舊而已。貴不宜多，多則事不畫一，反無所憑依。丙火死於酉，墓於戌，絕於亥。今乃三傳相併，占病者豈宜見乎。

The fire of the hour Wu is the strong position of the day stem Bing, and it is placed on top of the day stem; the metal of the hour You is the strong position of the day branch Shen, and it is placed above both the day stem and day branch. This shows that both the person and the house are very prosperous. However, once things are set in motion, they turn into heaven net and earth net along with Yangren to harm the body, so it is only suitable to maintain the existing situation. A nobleman is not necessarily better when there are more of them; having too many leads to multiple authorities and things not being unified, making one lose support. Now, the fire Bing dies in You, is buried in Xu, and reaches its end in Hai, and these three positions of death, burial, and end are exactly arranged in the three transmissions. How can a person suffering from illness endure such a sequence?

斷曰：彈射得金，是為有鏃。連茹而進，極於三陰。有遠得其庇，陰受其福之象。但三傳俱行於死絕之鄉，前既不可貪，退亦不可動。惟有夙遭闕失，興復舊觀，庶為安妥也。

The interpretation says: This divination indicates that the arrow is shot with metal, like a projectile loaded with a sharp point, with considerable force. The three transmissions proceed in a continuous sequence, advancing all the way to the three most阴 (dark) places, You, Xu, and Hai, suggesting receiving protection from afar and benefiting from blessings in secrecy. However, since all three transmissions are in the realm of death and desolation, one should not pursue further gains ahead, nor act recklessly behind. The only secure course is to repair past broken and deficient affairs, restoring them to their original state.

天時：畢宿發用，青龍昇天，天罡指陰，主雨。家宅：夜占貴人臨宅，大得財喜。功名：貴人太多，有拱照則吉。求財：主得文書、貴人之財。婚姻：互旺皆旺，吉。胎產：男孕，母子俱健。疾病：心經受病，或咳嗽勞傷之症。出行：陸路甚吉，水路亦佳。行人：天罡加仲，尚在中途。兵戰：我能克敵，春夏則吉。

When asking about the weather, the mansion of Net (毕宿) initiates the transmission, the Azure Dragon rises to the sky, and Tiangang points to the yin position, indicating rain. When asking about the household, during the night the divination shows the Nobleman is present above the house, bringing great fortune and joy in wealth. When asking about official rank, there are too many Noblemen, so it is auspicious only if they support and protect each other. When asking about seeking wealth, it indicates receiving money through documents and the Nobleman's path. When asking about marriage, both parties are in strong condition, which is favorable. When asking about pregnancy, it is a male fetus, and both mother and child are healthy. When asking about illness, it indicates illness affecting the heart or symptoms of coughing and exhaustion. When asking about travel, traveling by land is favorable, and traveling by water is also acceptable. When asking about a person on the way, Tiangang is placed on the four middle positions, meaning the person is still halfway. When asking about military affairs, our side can defeat the enemy, and it is favorable in spring and summer.

畢法云：所謀多拙逢羅網，賓主不投刑在上，互旺俱旺坐謀宜。課經云：干支上神午酉自刑，謂之四勝殺，主彼此各逞其能，皆有邀功炫才之意。又云：仕宦者占遇天羅，主丁父憂；遇地網，主丁母憂。纂要云：丙丁日丑加子為腹胎格，來意必占妻孕。如丑遇空陷，占產則生速，占孕則墮胎。照膽秘訣云：龍入天羅問父來。

The "Bifa Fu" says: When planning matters, most efforts are clumsy because one has encountered a net; the host and guest are not in harmony because the god of mutual punishment is above; if both sides are strong in destiny and energy, it is most suitable to sit and plan calmly. The "Ke Jing" says: If the day stem and day branch are occupied by Wu and You, they are self-punishing, called "Si Sheng Sha," indicating both sides striving to show their abilities, with everyone wanting to claim merit and display talent. It also says: Officials who have the heavenly net in their divination will mainly suffer the loss of their father; those with the earthly net will mainly suffer the loss of their mother. The "Liu Ren Zuan Yao" says: On Bing day and Ding day, if Chou is added to Zi, it is called "Fu Tai Ge," indicating that the person is asking about the wife's pregnancy; if the Chou earth is in an empty or hidden position, then in divination about childbirth, the birth will be quick, but in divination about pregnancy, there will be a miscarriage. The "Zhao Chan Mi Jie" says: If the Azure Dragon enters the heavenly net, the person is asking about the father's affairs.

課體：伏吟，勵德，杜傳。課義：貴人之財，遠方寄來，中末又助，宅內陰災。

The "Lesson Pattern" is the name of the overall structure of a divination session. This particular case has three names: the Heaven Plate and Earth Plate each occupy their respective positions, and the twelve spirits remain unmoved, which is called "Hidden Chant"; the heavenly stems and earthly branches are mutually restrained, and it is only suitable for self-discipline and self-cultivation, which is called "Self-Improvement"; the "Three Transmissions" (the first, middle, and final transmissions, representing three levels of reasoning) are blocked and unable to proceed, leading to matters being abandoned halfway, which is called "Blocked Transmission." The four-character "Lesson Meaning" serves as the summary of the overall judgment: the酉 (You) metal is both the wealth element for the丁 (Ding) day and is located at the position of the Nobleman, so it is said that this wealth is in the Nobleman's hand; the酉 (You) is occupied by the Ding spirit within the ten-day cycle, indicating that this wealth comes from a distant place; the middle and final transmissions both belong to earth, and earth generates metal, thus the wealth receives an additional support; however, the house is afflicted by self-punishment, meaning that family members associated with the yin are likely to suffer misfortune.

解曰：酉乃日之財神，又作貴人，是貴人之財也，乘丁故主遠寄。中末皆土，生起酉金，財氣可謂旺矣。但財雖豐厚，而支為丁神所克，且酉以自刑加宅。晝將太陰，則陰人與小口之災，或不免矣。

The metal of the酉 branch is the god that the day's丁 element controls, making it the wealth hexagram of the day. It also holds the heavenly general of Tian Yi, so it is considered the wealth supported by the nobleman. The酉 branch is also covered by the丁 god in the ten-day cycle, and the丁 element signifies movement, so the wealth comes from a distant place. The middle and final transmissions both belong to the earth element, which generates metal, thus continuously strengthening the酉 wealth. The wealth is therefore extremely prosperous. However, although the wealth is abundant, the day's branch is controlled by the丁 element, and the酉 added to the酉 forms self-punishment, which exactly falls on the day's branch representing the residence. If this is divined during the day, the酉 branch covered by Tai Yin (one of the twelve heavenly generals, governing private matters and women) indicates that the family's women and children are likely to suffer from illness and misfortune.

斷曰：伏吟之卦，又名杜傳。諸事必有中止，改圖而行。丁神發用，妻財動搖，亦靜極而動之象。自支傳干，彼必求我。倘年命臨酉，晝占赴試，必中高魁。

Hidden Chant is also called Du Transmission. In any matter, if it reaches the middle stage, it will necessarily come to a halt, and another path must be taken in order to proceed. 'Initiating Transmission' refers to the First Transmission, which in this case is the Ding God. Ding God initiates movement, falling on the wife's wealth position, indicating that both wife and wealth will change. This is also a sign that when stillness reaches its extreme, movement is inevitable. The three transmissions proceed from the day branch to the day stem, indicating that the other party is actively seeking me, and I do not need to seek others. If the subject's birth stem or current year position happens to be on You, and the divination is done in the daytime concerning an examination, he will certainly achieve a high rank.

天時：課傳皆陰，濃陰之象。家宅：脫干生支，宅旺人衰，尤不利於陰人。功名：貴人杜塞，仕宦欠利。求財：可不勞而得。婚姻：中末脫干而生支，利女不利男。胎產：課傳無陽，妊乃成女，課逢杜傳，產恐遲延。疾病：咳嗽勞傷，或虛脫之症，大象不妨。出行：支干盡是丁神，躍躍孟動之象。行人：近者立至。兵戰：伏吟杜傳，不能通利。墳墓：丁龍則吉。

Divination for weather: The four lessons (day stem, day branch, and their hidden spirits, making four groups of divine elements) and the three transmissions are all hidden spirits, indicating heavy clouds covering the sun and the sky not clearing. Divination for the household: The energy of the day stem is outwardly released and then benefits the day branch, indicating the house is strong but the people are weak, particularly不利 to women in the household. Divination for official rank: The nobleman is blocked, making the official path difficult to advance. Divination for seeking wealth: Wealth comes to me naturally, and can be obtained without effort. Divination for marriage: The middle and final transmissions are detached from the day stem and benefit the day branch, which is favorable for the woman and unfavorable for the man. Divination for pregnancy: The lesson and transmission have no yang energy, indicating the fetus is female; also, the transmission of Du blocks the way, possibly delaying childbirth. Divination for illness: Mostly coughing and weakness, or symptoms of qi deficiency and collapse, but overall there is no major danger. Divination for travel: The heavenly stem and earthly branch are all filled with Ding spirits, showing a dynamic and active situation. Divination for a missing person: A person nearby will arrive immediately. Divination for warfare: Hidden chant combined with Du transmission, making military affairs not smooth. Divination for graves: The dragon comes from the direction of Ding, which is favorable.

畢法云：任信丁馬須言動，彼求我事支傳干。課經云：自任自信，不可便言伏匿，倘傳中及干支上，見旬內丁神，或乘天驛二馬，必靜而求動。玉成歌云：伏吟舉動心無遂。六壬訣云：外財入內多財喜(日財入支)。

The "Bifa Fu" says, "If the heavenly horse or post-horse appears, one must consider movement rather than stillness; if the other party seeks something from me, the three transmissions flow from the day branch to the day stem." The "Ke Jing" explains that self-reliant and self-confident divination charts should not be universally interpreted as inactive; if the three transmissions or the heavenly stems and earthly branches contain the heavenly god Ding or the heavenly horse or post-horse within the ten-day cycle, it indicates a transition from stillness to action. The "Yucheng Ge" states that under a hidden chant chart, forced movement leads to unfulfilled wishes. The "Lunin Jue" mentions that if the day stem's wealth hexagram falls into the day branch, it signifies external wealth entering the door, indicating good fortune in gaining wealth.

課體：遙克，彈射，連茹。課義：支傳於干，不越模範，晝祿虎臨，守之情慘。

The divination pattern is called "Remote Control" — in the four lessons, there is no direct mutual control between upper and lower elements, so only the god that remotely controls and attacks can be taken as the initiating transmission. "Remote Control" is also called "Projectile Shot" because it is like a projectile shooting an object. The three transmissions follow the sequence of Shen, Wei, and Wu in order, like a vine and its root being pulled out together, hence also called "Connected Roots." The meaning of the divination says: the three transmissions proceed from the day branch to the day stem, with the beginning and end enclosing the hexagram of Ding in the hexagram of Wei. This is like being confined within a pattern and a model. However, during the day, when the day is Ding, the official of luck, Wu fire, is occupied by the White Tiger (one of the twelve heavenly generals, which presides over misfortune, death, punishment, and injury), and the official of luck and the White Tiger are together, remaining loyal to this luck will only bring injury, and the situation is very tragic.

解曰：支上神作初傳，干上神作末傳，支傳於干矣。支上申金，干上午火，夾拱未丁在內，模範不越矣。丁祿在午，雖云旺祿臨身，晝卻乘虎，是謂祿伴虎眠，不可守也。進投初傳，財逢元盜。中傳又是脫氣，不免復守是祿，以受虎傷，情必慘慼而難堪矣。惟夜占吉，不在此例。

The deity on the day branch serves as the first transmission, and the deity on the day stem serves as the final transmission. The three transmissions proceed from the branch to the stem. The day branch is the metal of Shen, and the day stem is the fire of Wu. These two extremes enclose the hexagram of Wei, which is the dwelling place of the stem Ding. This is like a model that cannot be exceeded. The official of fortune for the day of Ding is located at Wu, and Wu is on top of the day stem, which is naturally a strong and prosperous position. However, when the divination is done in the daytime, the Wu position is occupied by the White Tiger. The official of fortune and the White Tiger share the same position, so the fortune cannot be retained. If one abandons the fortune and moves forward to the first transmission, which is the metal of Shen, although Shen is wealth, it is occupied by the Yuanwu (one of the twelve heavenly generals, associated with theft and darkness). Therefore, the wealth is immediately stolen. The middle transmission is the earth of Wei, which drains the energy of the day stem. There is no way to advance or retreat, so one must return to defend the fortune at Wu, which is occupied by the White Tiger, and thus suffers injury from the White Tiger. The situation is inevitably pitiful and unbearable. Only when the divination is done at night, when the heavenly generals change, is this not applicable.

斷曰：彈射之財，三傳遞生相助，必當大獲財喜。干上生起支財，大宜多置田宅，可謂人宅皆旺，彼此受益。

The wealth obtained through the remote reference in the shooting lesson is supported by the three transmissions, where Shen generates Wei, and Wei generates Wu, with each generation supporting the next, ensuring a great gain in wealth. The fire in the day stem also returns to generate the wealth hexagram in the day branch, making it most suitable to acquire land and property. Both the person and the dwelling are flourishing, indicating that both parties will benefit.

天時：水母發用，天罡指陰，中末土火，雨不能久。家宅：人宅皆旺，宜室宜家。功名：旺祿臨身，不宜妄動；然乘白虎，凶患難免。求財：財氣甚旺，不求自至，然乘元武，失脫難免。婚姻：各乘旺氣，男女興旺。胎產：虎臨產速，妊恐成女。疾病：肺經受病，或唇齒之疾；人克病症，醫治可愈。出行：合多遲行。行人：天罡加孟，尚未起身。兵戰：主驚憂失物。

Divination on weather: The first transmission is the metal of Shen, which is the source of water, called the mother of water. The initiating transmission indicates rain, but the Tiangang (a different name for Chen, the pointer of the Big Dipper) points to a yin position, and the middle and final transmissions are earth and fire, so the rain will not last long. Divination on the house: Both people and the house are in a strong position, suitable for family and home. Divination on official rank: Although the strong official position is present, it is not advisable to act rashly; moreover, the official position is accompanied by the White Tiger, which brings misfortune. Divination on seeking wealth: The wealth energy is extremely strong, and wealth will come without seeking, but it is accompanied by the Black Tortoise, so loss is inevitable. Divination on marriage: Both men and women are in a strong position, and both families are prosperous. Divination on pregnancy and childbirth: The White Tiger indicates speed, so childbirth will be quick, and the fetus is likely female. Divination on illness: The illness is in the lung meridian or related to the lips and teeth; it is an indication of the person overcoming the illness, so treatment can lead to recovery. Divination on travel: Liu He is excessive, causing delays and hindrances. Divination on a missing person: The Tiangang is on the four young positions of寅,申,巳,亥, so the missing person has not yet started moving. Divination on warfare: It indicates worry and alarm, and also loss of belongings.

畢法云：互旺皆旺坐謀宜，彼求我事支傳干。課經云：支干上皆乘旺神，惟宜坐待，不利謀動。若意外妄求，則變為羅網羊刃，反為災禍。指掌賦云：申未午曰凌陰，主行險僥倖，安者危而危者安。原纂義云：申酉相加為暗破，所事難成。

The "Bifa Fu" says, "When the heavenly stem and earthly branch are mutually prosperous, it is best to remain seated and wait for the right time; if the three transmissions flow from the branch to the stem, it indicates that the other party will seek me out." When both the day stem and day branch are occupied by prosperous spirits, it is only suitable to remain still and wait, and it is not advisable to take the initiative in seeking opportunities. If one acts recklessly, the prosperity will turn into a trap and the yangren, leading to misfortune. The "Zhipang Fu" refers to the combination of Shen, Wei, and Wu in the three transmissions as "Ling Yin," which signifies taking risks and relying onby chance, turning a peaceful situation into danger and a dangerous situation into safety. The "Yuan Zuan Yi" states that when Shen and You are combined, it is called "An Po," meaning hidden damage, and the affairs one seeks to accomplish will be difficult to achieve.

課體：別責，不備，蕪淫。課義：干就支財，破碎空偕，三重如此，虛擾心懷。

The divination pattern is called "Bie Ze" — when the four lessons are incomplete, and there is no mutual overcoming between upper and lower elements, one must seek another deity to serve as the main element; since the four lessons are not fully present, it is also called "Bu Bei" (incomplete); and because the stems and branches are mixed with yin and yang, and the male and female elements are not properly aligned, it is also called "Wu Yin" (disorderly and licentious). The meaning of the divination says: the day stem actively seeks the day branch to obtain wealth, but the place where it seeks is accompanied by "Pohu" (a凶煞, indicating fragmentation and damage), and also meets "Xun Kong" (the two zodiac signs missing in the current ten-day cycle, which are named but not present). Both these deficiencies appear together; such a continuous lack of three levels results in wealth never being obtained, and only leads to a fruitless effort and a restless heart.

解曰：丁干寄未，酉為日財。未臨酉上，是干就支上以取其財也。初傳脫氣，而中末與日上神，乃破碎旬空相併。又乘天空，共得三重，不能就財，終歸虛擾其心懷而已。

The day stem is Ding, and its lodging palace is in Wei. The day branch is You metal, which is the wealth hexagram for Ding day. Wei is added on top of You, indicating that the day stem actively approaches the day branch to obtain that wealth. However, the first transmission is Chou earth, which leaks the energy of the day stem. The middle and final transmissions are the same as the heavenly stem above the day stem, which brings both brokenness and emptiness, two evils coming together. On top of that, it is occupied by 'Tian Kong' (one of the twelve heavenly generals, indicating falsehood and unreliability). The combination of emptiness, brokenness, and Tian Kong forms three layers of false images, so the wealth does not actually come about, and in the end, it is just a waste of thought.

斷曰：別責之課，凡事倚仗他人借徑而行。又名不備，必有缺陷不全之患。巳丑合而成傳，占必留連，未能決絕。又名蕪淫，如男女相爭，別求其合。倘占家宅，有帷薄之羞。

Another lesson is self-deficient and of no use, meaning that in all matters one must rely on others and take indirect paths. It is also called "incomplete," indicating that the four lessons are incomplete, and the matter being divined will inevitably have some imperfection or lack of completeness. The巳 and 丑 triple harmonize to form the three transmissions, causing the matter to be entangled and delayed, unable to be concluded clearly. It is also called "wuhun," resembling a situation where men and women quarrel with each other but seek out others for improper relations, showing a lack of devotion. If used to divinate the household, there will be some improper behavior within the family.

天時：天罡指陰，神將皆是火土，晴而不雨。家宅：課名蕪淫，閨門宜慎；初傳丑土，脫干生支，人少宅多之象。功名：貴祿不見，求官難得。求財：家財則有，外財則無。婚姻：蕪淫不備，占婚最忌。胎產：課傳皆陰，妊乃成女；課體別責，胎孕遲延。疾病：傷食翻胃，或虛脫之疾，禳神則吉。出行：人有戀宅之意，行期必愆。行人：天罡加仲，尚在中途。兵戰：利主而不利客，更當謹慎。

Divination for weather: The Tiangang points to a yin position, and all the deities belong to fire and earth, indicating clear skies without rain. Divination for the household: The lesson pattern is called Wuyin, suggesting that the family should be especially cautious within the household; the first transmission is the earth branch Chou which drains the day stem and nourishes the day branch, indicating a small person and a large house. Divination for official rank: Neither the nobleman nor the official deity appears, making it difficult to attain official position. Divination for wealth: Existing wealth remains, but no external wealth comes in. Divination for marriage: Wuyin combined with lack of completeness is most unfavorable for marriage. Divination for pregnancy: All the transmissions are yin deities, indicating a female fetus; the lesson pattern also belongs to a different responsibility, suggesting a delayed pregnancy. Divination for illness: The illness is mostly due to food injury and vomiting, or due to qi deficiency and downward collapse, and if the relief deity is worshipped, it will be favorable. Divination for travel: The person has a desire to stay home, so the journey will be delayed. Divination for a traveler: The Tiangang is on the four central positions of Zi, Wu, Mao, and You, indicating the person is still on the way. Divination for warfare: It is favorable for the main side but not for the opposing side, and extra caution is still needed.

畢法云：不行傳者考初時，互生俱生凡事益。指南：丁丑十二月丑將卯時，因雪後天氣昏暗，占此斷曰：明日當有日色，太陽發用，上乘朱雀，乃南方火之精也。且四課純陰，陰極陽生，故必見日。至庚日未時，有暴風起。緣酉為風殺，未為風伯，酉與未會，且日祿乘虎，上下克戰故也，果驗。

The "Bifa Fu" says, "If the three transmissions do not form a continuous flow, examine the first transmission and the time of divination carefully; if the heavenly stems and earthly branches mutually generate and both the upper and lower parts generate, then all matters will benefit." In the "Liu Ren Zhi Nan," there is an example: on Dingchou year, the twelfth lunar month, using the丑 general and starting the divination at卯 time, the sky was dark and there was fresh snow. The diviner predicted that the sun would definitely appear the next day. The fire of巳 (the sun) was the initiating transmission, and the upper part was "Zhu Que" (one of the twelve heavenly generals, belonging to the southern fire, governing documents and speech). This was the essence of southern fire. The four lessons were all yin spirits; when yin reaches its extreme, yang naturally arises, so it would definitely clear up. He also predicted that there would be a storm on the day of Geng at the time of Wei. The酉 represents wind and the Wei represents the wind god; when they meet, wind arises. Additionally, the day stem of Ding has its wealth in the酉, which is the White Tiger, and there is a mutual attack between upper and lower parts. Later, the prediction was verified.

課體：元首，軒蓋，三交。課義：交加和睦，午神為祿，晝虎夜元，匪美休卜。

The structure is called "Yuan Shou" — among the four lessons, there is only one instance where the upper branch overpowers the lower one, and this is taken as the initiating transmission, like the sovereign ruling over his subjects, which is the most proper structure in Six Rats divination. The three transmissions contain the signs of a carriage and horse with Huagai, so it is also called "Xuange"; within the three transmissions, there is Taichong (Mao) and Shenhou (Zi), which interact with the day branch causing punishment and harm, hence it is also called "Sanjiao". The meaning of the structure says: the heavenly stems and earthly branches pair up with each other, intersecting and harmonizing. The first transmission is the fire sign of Wu, which is the禄神 (lucky god) of the day stem Ding. Unfortunately, in the daytime, the禄神 is occupied by the White Tiger, and at night, it is occupied by the Black Tortoise. Seeing the White Tiger indicates misfortune, and seeing the Black Tortoise indicates loss, so it is not a favorable structure. Therefore, it is advised not to cast another divination.

解曰：支上午與干未相合，日上辰與支酉相合，可謂和睦之甚矣。初傳午火，作日之祿神，奈晝乘白虎，夜乘元武，見虎則凶，見武則失。三傳雖屬遞生，而中末為無禮之刑，變高蓋而為三交之不美，故休卜也。

The day branch is午 and forms a Liu He with the day stem's 未. The day stem's 辰 also forms a Liu He with the day branch's 酉. This mutual Liu He indicates a very harmonious situation. The first transmission is 午 fire, which is the禄 of 丁 day. However, if it is divined during the day, it is乘White Tiger, and if at night, it is乘Black Tortoise. Riding the White Tiger brings凶伤, while riding the Black Tortoise brings loss and misfortune. Although the three transmissions are 午 generating卯,卯 generating子, forming a successive generation, the middle transmission卯 and the final transmission子 are in conflict with the子卯Punishment of Impropriety. The originally auspicious high cover and noble appearance is transformed into an unfavorable three-way connection. Therefore, this divination does not need to be pursued further.

斷曰：課名軒蓋，利於仕人，祿居支上，職乃佐貳。但干支之上神，各自相刑。而祿神實能克支，且上臨閉口之卯，百凡總宜謹慎，又當三緘其口也。

The lesson is called "Xuangua," which symbolizes a carriage with a canopy, indicating a favorable omen for those seeking official positions. However, the official star (Lushen) is located in the day branch rather than the day stem, suggesting that the person is likely to hold a deputy or secondary position. Moreover, both the day stem and day branch are afflicted by mutual conflicts, and the Lushen, which is the fire of Wu, actually harms the day branch. Additionally, the main star of silence, the卯 (Mao) star, is present above, so one must be cautious in all matters, especially in keeping quiet and avoiding excessive speech.

天時：青龍昇天，天罡指陰，陰雨之象。家宅：晝占白虎克宅，凶事難當，夜占元武傷財，盜失難免。功名：課體雖佳，祿乘惡將，亦非全美。求財：己財難守，外財險危。婚姻：支干自刑，占婚不吉。胎產：上強下弱，妊乃成女；胎與母沖，產必甚速。疾病：肺經受病，或心血不足之症。出行：晝占陸路稍吉，水路不宜。行人：天罡加季，行者立至。兵戰：晝占不利，夜亦欠佳。

Divination for weather: "Qinglong" (one of the Twelve Heavenly Generals, belonging to the Wood element and governing rain) rises on the Heaven Plate, and the Tiangang points to the Yin position, indicating rain. Divination for the household: during the day, the White Tiger harms the house, indicating misfortune; at night, the Yuanwu injures wealth, leading to theft. Divination for official rank: although the lesson pattern is good, the禄神 (official star) is riding an Inauspicious General (malevolent general), making it not entirely favorable. Divination for seeking wealth: one's own wealth is hard to retain, and external wealth is even more dangerous. Divination for marriage: the heavenly stem and earthly branch mutually harm each other, indicating an unfavorable marriage. Divination for pregnancy: the upper is strong and the lower is weak, suggesting a female fetus; the Fetal Spirit (fetus star) conflicts with the母神 (mother star), indicating a quick delivery. Divination for illness: the illness is in the lung meridian, or it is a deficiency of heart blood. Divination for travel: during the day, traveling by land is somewhat favorable, but traveling by water is not advisable. Divination for a traveler: the Tiangang is added to the positions of the four seasons, Chen, Xu, Chou, and Wei, indicating that the traveler will arrive immediately. Divination for warfare: during the day, it is unfavorable; at night, it is also not favorable.

畢法云：權攝不正祿臨支，閉口卦體兩般推。課經云：午加酉，上克下發用。傳見太沖、神后，為三交課，主蔽匿罪人，家隱奸私。肘後經云：順道用傳母前子，失禮還將子傳母，順即為和逆即疑，此是三傳真訣語。玉成歌云：三交吉凶皆因內。

The "Bifa Fu" says "The authority is not properly held, the official's fortune falls on the day branch, the position is merely a proxy, and the title is not correct; when encountering a closed mouth chart, the fortune and misfortune should be considered from two different perspectives." The "Ke Jing" states that when Wu is added to You, it is an upper overcoming lower situation and the initiating transmission is taken from it; if the three transmissions include Taichong Mao and Shenhou Zi, it forms a three-way transmission chart, indicating the concealment of criminals and secret affairs within the family. The "Zhou Hou Jing" says that following the order from mother to son is considered proper, while going in reverse from son to mother is considered improper; following the order leads to harmony, while reversing leads to suspicion, which is the true method of examining the flow of the three transmissions. The "Yucheng Ge" states that the fortune and misfortune of a three-way transmission chart depend entirely on the situation within one's own household.

課體：從革，元首。課義：破碎並空，宅上皆逢，家財已廢，將助仍豐。

The three transmissions are Si, You, and Chou, forming a triple harmony of metal, thus creating a metal formation. The Book of Documents, Hongfan, refers to metal as "from revolution," hence the name "From Revolution." Among the four lessons, there is only one instance where the upper element overcomes the lower one, and this is used as the initiating transmission, still belonging to the original main lesson. The meaning of the lesson states: broken and Inauspicious Sha are together placed on the day branch representing the residence, indicating that the family's existing wealth has been exhausted. Fortunately, the three transmissions form a metal formation, which is exactly the wealth formation for a Ding day. Since it is a night divination, the heavenly general is entirely composed of earth deities that generate metal, thus receiving support, and wealth is restored again.

解曰：巳為旬空，又為破碎，坐於宅上，克支為用，家財能無耗廢乎。幸三傳從革，合成財局，而夜占純土，復助起傳財，則反有豐盈之象矣。

The巳 is already in the empty position of the ten-day cycle and is accompanied by the Inauspicious Sha of fragmentation and destruction. It is positioned on the day branch representing the residence and is also capable of overcoming the day branch to become the first transmission. Therefore, the family's wealth cannot but be lost and wasted. Fortunately, the three transmissions of巳, 酉, and 丑 form a triple harmony of metal, creating a wealth pattern for the day of 丁. Since the time of the divination is at night, the heavenly generals accompanying the three transmissions are all earth deities. Earth supports metal by generating it, thus reviving the wealth in the transmissions. As a result, a prosperous appearance is presented.

斷曰：卦名從革，乃革故鼎新之象。事主更變，亦多冗雜。末傳沖剋干上之卯，卯為文書，亦為父母。所謂三傳皆財憂父母者是也。

The lesson is called "From Reform," taking the meaning of metal's ability to change and transform the form and substance, symbolizing the image of removing the old and establishing the new. The matter being divined certainly involves change, with many complicated threads. The final transmission, which is the earth ox, clashes and controls the day stem's卯wood. In Six Rats,卯is associated with both documents and parents; ancient people said that if all three transmissions are wealth hexagrams, one should worry about the parents, exactly referring to this situation—when wealth hexagrams are too strong, they will inevitably harm the parents, and matters concerning documents will also face obstacles.

天時：從革主雨，空則反晴。家宅：宅上應有損壞，空巳克支，防兄弟作耗。功名：官帶德馬在第二課，又三傳遞生，官爻生干上文書，利於仕宦。婚姻：干支上神相生，占婚吉，但六合坐空，未必能成。胎產：日上神屬陰，孕必成女，三合發傳，產恐不易。疾病：病屬心經，新病即痊。出行：日上生辰上，必行。行人：夜占朱雀乘馬，與宅上巳沖動，當有信至。兵戰：干克支，我勝彼負。墳葬：支得破碎，防多空缺。

Divination for weather: The metal element indicates rain, but the initiating transmission falls into the empty position, which instead indicates clearing weather. Divination for the household: The house is accompanied by brokenness, indicating possible damage to the house; the empty position of the fire element also harms the day branch, so be cautious of losses from siblings. Divination for official rank: The official star is accompanied by virtue and the post-horse, both falling in the second lesson, and the three transmissions are in successive generation, with the official element returning to the day stem's document god, which is favorable for official career. Divination for marriage: The elements on the stem and branch mutually generate, indicating a favorable marriage, but the Liu He god is in the empty position, so the matter may not succeed. Divination for pregnancy: The god on the day stem is yin, indicating a female fetus; the triple harmony ending with the initiating transmission suggests difficulty in childbirth. Divination for illness: The illness is in the heart meridian, and the new illness will recover immediately. Divination for travel: The god on the day stem generates the god on the day branch, indicating the journey will definitely take place. Divination for a missing person: Night divination shows the Vermilion Bird riding the post-horse, conflicting with the巳 on the house, indicating a letter will arrive. Divination for battle: The day stem overcomes the day branch, indicating victory for our side and defeat for the enemy. Divination for burial: The day branch is accompanied by brokenness, indicating possible voids in the grave site.

畢法云：六爻卦現防其克，合中犯殺蜜中砒。達迷玉篇云：三傳俱作日之財，得此須憂長上災。心印賦云：三合相加日上臨，干支上下一同尋，或占喜事兼姻事，最好相宜望信音。指掌賦云：太乙若逢白虎，家多疾病。

The "Bifa Fu" says, "Six lines of the hexagram should be cautious of being harmed by the overcoming element; within the六合, if there is a凶煞, it is like砒霜 mixed in honey, sweet but poisonous." When all six lines of the hexagram appear, one should be cautious of harm from the overcoming element. Within the Liu He, if there is an Inauspicious Sha, it is like砒霜 mixed in honey, sweet but poisonous. The "Dami Yuzhuan" says that if all three transmissions are the wealth lines of the day stem, one should worry about misfortune to the elders, and when wealth is strong, it will surely overcome the parents. The "Xinyin Fu" says that if the triple harmony is placed upon the day stem, one should consider both the heavenly and earthly stems together. If one is divining about joyous events or marriage, this structure is most suitable and one can expect good news. The "Zhipang Fu" says that if the heavenly nobleman meets the white tiger, there will be many diseases in the family.

課體：重審，斬關。課義：課名斬關，逃者不還，各逢生氣，晝貴休干。

Among the four lessons, there is only one instance where the lower overcomes the upper, and this is taken as the initiating transmission. Its momentum is not as direct as the main transmission, so it requires careful consideration, hence the name "Rechecking." The Tiangang (Chen) is placed on top of the day branch, like cutting through a gate to escape, hence the name "Cutting the Gate." The meaning of the lesson says: once the cutting gate is formed, a person who flees will not return. The day stem and day branch each carry life qi, indicating that both the host and guest sides are abundant. However, when the nobleman is in the prison area and also meets the void during the day, it is not advisable to seek an audience with the powerful.

解曰：天罡乘支，名曰斬關。加酉得金，為斬關得斷。酉又私門，所以逃者不還也。干支各乘生氣，主客皆豐。但晝貴入獄陷空，豈宜干謁乎。

The Tiangang (Chen) falls on the day branch, which is called cutting the gate. When Chen is placed on You and thus gains the metal energy, it is cutting the gate and also acquiring the power of cutting and deciding. In the Six Rats system, You also represents private doors and secret paths, so a person who flees will not return. The day stem and the day branch each carry the life qi, indicating that both the self and the other party are prosperous. However, when the time of day divination is during the day, the heavenly nobleman is in the prison position and also falls into the empty period, so where is it appropriate to go and seek an audience?

斷曰：重審之課，事從內起。干上神生干，支上神生支，謂之俱生格，最宜兩家合本營生。日德發用，為干上寅之長生。雖入空鄉，然乘馬則動，動則不空。但午馬旺祿，晝乘白虎，亥克刃害，投於絕鄉，占祿則不宜也。

The review lesson arises from the lower overcoming the upper, indicating that matters are mostly initiated from within. The heavenly stem on the day stem is generating the day stem, and the earthly branch on the day branch is generating the day branch; this is called the mutual generation pattern, which is most suitable for joint business ventures between two parties. The initiating transmission is the day virtue god, and it is exactly at the long life position of the day stem's寅 wood. Although it is located in the kongwang, it is riding the post-horse and thus is about to move; once it moves, it can no longer be considered as kongwang. However, the午 is both the post-horse and the flourishing and禄 position. In the daytime, it is riding the white tiger, the亥 water is overcoming it, the yang ren is harming it, and it is entering the绝 position, so in terms of the禄 alone, it is very unsuitable.

天時：無雨。家宅：宅上見天罡，又夜占帶虎不利。求財：青龍晝占臨門，夜占臨干，財必可得。婚姻：干克支，支上神又空，難成，縱成亦不偕老。胎產：女胎，恐有產厄。疾病：支上辰，及初傳日鬼俱空，即愈。行人：不來。捕獲：晝占日制武，易捕。兵戰：我勝彼負。

Divination for weather: There will be no rain. Divination for the household: AInauspicious Spirit (Tiangang) appears above the house, and if divined at night it also brings the White Tiger, which is unfavorable for the household. Divination for seeking wealth: If the Azure Dragon is present at the gate in the daytime, or on the day stem at night, wealth will certainly be obtained. Divination for marriage: The day stem overcomes the day branch, and the god on the day branch falls into Kongwang, making the marriage difficult to succeed, and even if it is forced to happen, it will not last until old age. Divination for pregnancy: The fetus is female, and there is a risk of difficult childbirth. Divination for illness: The earth element on the day branch and the initial transmission's day ghost both fall into Kongwang, so the illness can be cured soon. Divination for a traveler: The traveler will not return. Divination for capturing thieves: If the day stem can control the Black Tortoise in the daytime, thieves are easy to catch. Divination for battle: Our side will win, and the enemy will be defeated.

畢法云：互生俱生凡事益。指南：戌加卯占推升，曰：不唯不遷，更須退位。以日馬坐墓，祿臨絕地故也。況傳將又逆，命上官貴履天羅，年上螣蛇作日鬼，夏月應有風波。幸官鬼俱空，雖退位無大咎。後以參劾請退。又一台垣占此，亦遭逮問。玉成歌云：德神動處吉相隨，受克遭刑反見危。

The "Bifa Fu" says, "If mutual generation occurs between the heavenly stems and earthly branches, all matters will benefit." The "Liu Ren Zhi Nan" records a case: someone used a hexagram with戌 (Xu) over 卯 (Mao) to inquire about a promotion. The diviner predicted that not only would the promotion not happen, but he would actually be demoted. This was because the post-horse was in the墓 (mù) position on that day, and the禄神 (lu shen) was in the绝 (jue) position. Moreover, the three transmissions and heavenly generals were moving in reverse, the official star and nobleman on the day stem were caught in the 天罗 (tian luo), and the "Teng Snake" (one of the twelve heavenly generals, associated with fear and strange occurrences) on the year stem transformed into the ghost of the day stem. In summer, there would be a disturbance. Fortunately, the official ghost and ghost were in the Kongwang (kong wang) position, so even if he lost his position, there would not be a great disaster. Later, the person indeed was impeached and voluntarily resigned. Another official who had a similar hexagram also suffered arrest and interrogation. The "Yucheng Ge" says that where the virtue god is active, auspiciousness follows; but once it is harmed or punished, it turns from auspicious to dangerous.

課體：反吟，無依，龍戰，勵德。課義：皆貴皆財，皆丁往來，凡謀豈出，行人即回。

The heavenly stems are positioned opposite the earthly branches on the earth plate, moving back and forth, hence called "Reverse Chant"; the four lessons are in mutual opposition without support, hence called "Without Support"; the卯 and酉 combine, with yin and yang conflicting, taking the meaning from the "Kun Hexagram" in The Zhou Changes where dragons fight in the wild, hence called "Dragon Battle"; the heavenly stems and earthly branches control each other, and it is only suitable to defend oneself, hence still retaining the name "Uphold Virtue." The meaning of the lesson says: in the four lessons and three transmissions, everywhere there are noblemen, everywhere there are wealth lines, everywhere there is the spirit of the ding, moving continuously; the卯 and酉 are the gate gods, and the matters planned will not go beyond the family door; although the ding spirit moves, it moves in a place of decline, which is the image of returning home, so those who go out will return immediately.

解曰：酉為夜貴，傳課皆臨，又為日財旬丁，反覆相加，所以往來不停也。卯酉為門戶，三傳皆是卯酉，故不出於家庭。丁神雖動，往來於絕地，歸家之象，故主行人立至。

In the case of酉 on a day of 丁, it represents the nobleman of the night. Both the four lessons and the three transmissions contain it repeatedly. At the same time,酉 is also the wealth hexagram and the 丁 deity of the current ten-day period for 丁 day. This repeated addition causes the matter to continue without end. In the Six Rats system,卯 and 酉 represent the gate and the house. The three transmissions keep repeating only the characters 卯 and 酉, so the matter concerned does not go beyond the family gate. Although the 丁 deity is active, it only moves around on the绝 position, moving but having nowhere to go, which is the image of turning back home. Therefore, those who are going out will arrive immediately.

斷曰：無依之課，亦曰三交，又謂之反目交。凡占必多反覆，且門戶不寧。卯為干支生氣，被酉沖剋，不免進退維谷也。太常內戰，主因酒食財帛起爭。

This type of divination is called "no support" or "three intersections," also known as "mutual opposition." In such a case, matters will inevitably be complicated and changeable, and there will be unrest within families or households. The卯 (Mao) is usually the source of life qi for the day stem and day branch, but it is attacked by酉 (You) metal, causing a situation where neither progress nor retreat is possible, leading to a dilemma. The "Tai Chang" (one of the twelve heavenly generals, governing banquets, clothing, food, and wealth) is in conflict with the deity it rides upon, which is called internal warfare, indicating disputes arising from food, drink, or money.

天時：課體反吟，水火易位，晴而復雨，雨而復晴。家宅：支干上下沖克，人宅欠安。功名：貴人乘丁，至動至速之象，恐難滿任。求財：晝占主得文書之財，夜占主得貴人之財。婚姻：反覆不寧，終難成合。胎產：上弱下強，妊乃成女，支干之上神互生，占產甚吉。疾病：胸脅多風，或大小腸受傷，不能即愈。出行：水路甚吉，旱路欠利。行人：天罡加季，行者立至。兵戰：吉凶相半，謹慎自吉。

Divination for weather: The lesson pattern is reverse chant, with water and fire exchanging positions, resulting in clear skies followed by rain and rain followed by clear skies. Divination for the household: The heavenly stem and earthly branch above and below clash and control each other, indicating that both people and the house are lacking in peace. Divination for official rank: The nobleman is riding on the Ding spirit, indicating extreme movement and speed, so the official position may not be held for the full term. Divination for seeking wealth: Daytime divination indicates gaining wealth through documents, while nighttime divination indicates gaining wealth through the nobleman. Divination for marriage: The situation is unstable and uncertain, making it difficult to achieve a harmonious union. Divination for pregnancy: The upper is weak and the lower is strong, indicating a female fetus; the heavenly stem and earthly branch spirits mutually generate, indicating a favorable outcome for childbirth. Divination for illness: There is much wind evil in the chest and ribs, or injury to the large or small intestine, and the illness cannot be cured quickly. Divination for travel: Traveling by water is favorable, while traveling by land is less advantageous. Divination for a traveler: The Tiangang is placed on the position of the four seasons, indicating that the traveler will arrive immediately. Divination for warfare: The outcome is mixed, with equal parts good and bad, so careful action will naturally lead to good results.

畢法云：互生俱生凡事益，脫上逢脫防虛詐。課經云：干上丑，雖生支而卻墓支。支上卯，雖生干而卻敗干，故雖有生旺之名，反多衰敗也。纂要云：干上丑作脫氣，晝占上乘太陰，是天將又脫上神。凡占皆主虛詐不實，更防遺失。課體云：丁酉日反吟。卯加酉發用，亦名斫輪課。

The "Bifa Fu" says, "If the heavenly stems and earthly branches mutually generate, it is beneficial for all matters, but if there is a layer of separation above another layer of separation, one should be cautious of deceit." The "Ke Jing" points out that the earthly branch "Chou" on the day stem generates the day branch "Jin" (metal), but it is also the storage place of the day branch; the earthly branch "Mao" on the day branch generates the day stem "Huoyan" (fire), but it is also the place of decline for the day stem. Thus, although there is the name of generation and strength, in reality there is much decline and weakness. The "Zuanyao" states that the earthly branch "Chou" on the day stem already drains the energy of the day stem, and if it is occupied by Tai Yin during the day, the heavenly general further drains the energy of the upper deity. In all such cases, there is a tendency towards falsehood and unreliability, and one should also be cautious of loss. The "Ke Ti" says that on a Dingyou day, the reverse chant lesson is formed with "Mao" added to "You" as the initiating transmission, and this is also known as the "Zhuo Lun" lesson.

課體：涉害，度厄。課義：三傳內戰，事必窩犯，破碎同空，錢財耗散。

The four lessons have mutual control between upper and lower parts in more than one place; one must compare the depth of each deity's involvement in causing harm and select the one suffering the most severe damage to initiate the transmission, hence it is called "involved in harm." Because it involves facing dangers and overcoming difficulties, it is also called "passing through hardship." The meaning of the lesson states: the three transmissions proceed from below to above, indicating internal conflict, so the matter being divined must involve a quarrel within the family or conflict among relatives. Additionally, if broken and Inauspicious Sha (evil stars) and the empty period (旬空) fall in the same position, wealth will certainly be lost.

解曰：三傳自下克上，亦謂內戰。支上寅克未土發用，因轉克子水而傷干，故主窩裡相犯，丑聲在外也。又自初傳遞克至末，巳火既克酉金，又值旬空破碎，而乘天空，則錢財之耗散可知矣。蓋巳乃金長生之地故也。

The three transmissions are all instances of something below overcoming something above, which is called internal conflict. The initial transmission starts with the寅 wood in the day branch overcoming the未 earth, and this becomes the initiating transmission. It then turns around to overcome the子 water and harms the day stem, indicating internal family strife spreading outside. Looking at the three transmissions from the first to the final, the final transmission is巳 fire, which overcomes the酉 metal in the day branch and falls on the empty heaven and broken condition. On top of that, it is occupied by the sky ghost. The loss of wealth is evident. The reason is that巳 is originally the place of growth for metal, but now the place of growth has become a site of overcoming.

斷曰：度厄之課，以幼凌長，家門不吉，骨肉乖睽之象。且子作明鬼，寅作暗鬼，齊傷日干，憂患難解。倘日用旺相，又乘吉將，則又主長上得卑幼之力，同氣相親之兆。

The divination indicates that the afflicted person is being harmed by those above them, suggesting that the younger generation is mistreating the elders, bringing ill fortune to the family. There is also discord among family members. Moreover, the water element (子) clearly represents the official ghost of the day stem (丁), and the hidden stem in寅 also contains another ghost, resulting in both visible and hidden ghosts harming the day stem. This creates difficult troubles that are hard to resolve. However, if the day stem and the initiating transmission are both in a prosperous and strong state, and are supported by a favorable general, then the interpretation is reversed, indicating that the elders gain strength from the younger generation, which is a good omen of mutual support and harmony.

天時：水運乎上，天罡指陰，自然有雨。家宅：日本受克，忌占父母。功名：官星臨身，夜占青龍生干合干，占官可望。求財：己財可取，外財難得。婚姻：男益乎女，夜占可就。胎產：下強上弱，妊乃成女。疾病：心經受傷，或肝膽脾胃之疾，不久自愈。出行：夜占水路甚吉，晝占俱不利。行人：天罡加孟，尚未啟行。兵戰：有始無終，未見其利。墳墓：青龍必有缺陷，然能發丁。

Divination for weather: The water deity is active above, and the Tiangang points to the yin position, so rain is natural. Divination for the household: The day stem is itself being overcome, and it is most inauspicious to use it for questioning about parents. Divination for official rank: The official star is above the day stem, and if divined at night with the Azure Dragon supporting the day stem and harmonizing with it, there is hope for official position. Divination for wealth: One's own wealth can be obtained, but external wealth is difficult to acquire. Divination for marriage: The man benefits from the woman, and if divined at night, it can lead to success. Divination for pregnancy: The lower is strong and the upper is weak, so the fetus is likely female. Divination for illness: The heart channel is injured, or there is illness in the liver,胆, and spleen, and it will soon heal naturally. Divination for travel: Traveling by water at night is auspicious, but traveling by water or land during the day is unfavorable. Divination for a missing person: The Tiangang is in the four beginning positions, so the person has not yet departed. Divination for warfare: It has a beginning but no end, and there is no visible advantage. Divination for burial: The Azure Dragon's position has some defects, but it can still promote the growth of descendants.

畢法云：兩蛇夾墓凶難免，三傳遞克眾人欺。課經云：戌加巳晝夜天將乘蛇，地盤亦是蛇位，名兩蛇夾墓。占病必有積塊在腹，以至不救。纂要云：年命若在寅上，未土能敵子水，名為狐假虎威，切忌動謀。

The "Bifa Fu" says, "When two Teng Snakes surround the墓神, misfortune is inevitable; when the three transmissions successively overcome each other, one is constantly humiliated by others." When the Tomb Spirit is trapped between two Teng Snakes, misfortune is unavoidable; when the three transmissions are in a state of successive overcoming, one is constantly oppressed by others. The "Ke Jing" explains: when the戌 is placed over the巳, the heavenly generals during day and night both ride the Teng Snake, and the巳 position on the earth plate itself is also the position of the Teng Snake, which is called two Teng Snakes surrounding the Tomb Spirit; when used to predict illness, there must be a mass inside the abdomen, leading to an incurable condition. The "Zuanyao" says that if the personal destiny or the current year's position falls on the寅, the未 earth will use the strength of the寅 wood to resist the子 water, which is called fox borrowing the tiger's might; the support is not from one's own strength, so one must be cautious and avoid rash actions or plans.

課體：元首，曲直。課義：克身墓宅，兩貴受克，晝將竊干，三傳制賊。

The four lessons contain only one instance where the upper element overcomes the lower one, and this is taken as the initiating transmission, which remains the original main lesson. The three transmissions form the triple harmony of wood, with Hai, Mao, and Wei combining to create a wood trinity. The Book of Documents, Hongfan, refers to wood as "curving and straight," hence the name "Curving and Straight." The meaning of the lesson states: the water in Hai on the day stem injures itself, while the earth in Chou acts as the burial place of the day branch and suppresses the dwelling. Both the day and night noblemen are restrained and thus unreliable. The heavenly general during the day is purely earth, secretly stealing the energy of the day stem. Fortunately, the three transmissions form a wood trinity returning to support the day stem, which is sufficient to control these thieves of energy.

解曰：亥水克身，丑土墓宅，夜貴受克於巳，晝貴受克於未，貴難倚也。晝將皆土，盜竊干氣，賴三傳木局生干，可以制賊耳。

Hai water is harming the day stem, and Chou earth, being the storage of the day branch, is pressing down on the residence. The nobleman of the night is being overcome by Si fire, and the nobleman of the day is being overcome by Wei earth, so neither of the noblemen can be relied upon. The heavenly generals of the day are all earth, which drains the energy of Ding fire, effectively stealing the vital energy of the day stem secretly. Fortunately, the three transmissions of Hai, Mao, and Wei form a wood trinity, supporting the day stem from the back, thus controlling these thieves who are stealing the vital energy.

斷曰：曲直之課，三傳合生，但日上見鬼，為不利耳，然貴德臨身，可以改凶為吉，課傳五陰，事多幽暗。

The lesson is of the bending and straight type. The three transmissions combine to form a wood pattern that supports the day stem, which is a good thing. However, the official ghost of the亥 water appears above the day stem, which is not favorable. Fortunately, the nobleman and the day's virtue are both present above the day stem, which can transform the bad omen into a good one. As for the five hidden spirits among the four lessons and three transmissions, the matter they represent is mostly obscure and unclear, and can only be carried out secretly.

天時：水神剋日，自然有雨，三傳木局，風來雨止。家宅：丑土墓宅，人口不寧。功名：貴德臨身，占官最吉。求財：宅中有財，被墓難取。婚姻：晝占男吉。胎產：女喜，難產。疾病：心血不足，不久可愈。兵戰：最吉。

Divination for weather: The water deity overcomes the day stem, indicating rain naturally; but the three transmissions form a wood pattern, and wood represents wind, so when the wind arises, the rain stops. Divination for the household: The earthy branch Chou, being the tomb of the day branch, covers and presses upon the residence, causing the household's people to lack peace. Divination for official rank: The nobleman and the day virtue both attend the day stem, which is most auspicious for seeking official position. Divination for seeking wealth: There was originally some property in the residence, but it is locked by the tomb deity and difficult to retrieve. Divination for marriage: Divination done in the daytime is favorable for the male party. Divination for pregnancy: A female child is a joy, but the childbirth will be difficult. Divination for illness: The condition lies in insufficient heart blood, and it can be cured soon. Divination for warfare: It is most auspicious.

畢法云：兩貴受克難干貴，鬼乘天乙乃神祇。指南：丁丑四月占請假省親。曰：天馬戀生，官貴夾克，事不由己。朱雀入空，文書不就，太歲生支墓支，必有溫旨相留也，果驗。

The "Bifa Fu" says, "When both noblemen are overcome, it is difficult to seek the nobleman; if the official ghost rides upon the Heavenly Ethical Person, the offense is caused by divine beings." When both noblemen are overcome, it is hard to meet with the nobleman; if the official ghost is accompanied by the Heavenly Ethical Person, the problem is due to divine interference. The "Liu Ren Zhinan" records a case: In the year Dingchou, in the fourth lunar month, someone asked about taking leave to return home to visit relatives. The diviner said, the Heavenly Horse is attached to the place of birth and unwilling to move; the official star and nobleman are both restraining, so the matter is not under one's control; the Vermilion Bird falls into Kongwang, so the leave application will not be approved; the sovereign is both born and buried in the day branch, so there will certainly be a kind word from above to retain him. Later, it indeed came true.

古鑑：正月占前程曰：行年三十歲上見申，申生亥水之官，當及第。然亥水克身，必主大病。賴曲直脫水生火，故不至死。卯數六，主得六任。木局生風，末傳墓臨死地，應得風疾而終，果驗。斷驗：一亥生人占身位，曰：亥四未八，四八三十二。今四十九歲，官星已過。後絕神克身，至辛亥年必死。宅左被人下葬斷脈，以致家破人亡。蓋丑墓在左，上乘破碎也。夫同此一課，而命添一水，便乃迥異如此。

The "Ancient Mirror" records that in the first month, someone divined their future. The diviner said: The person's age of thirty falls on the position of Shen. Shen metal generates Hai water, which is the official star, so this person will be able to pass the examination. However, Hai water harms the person's own energy, so there will certainly be a serious illness in the middle. Fortunately, the three transmissions form a curved and straight wood structure, which releases the Hai water and transforms it into Ding fire, so the illness will not lead to death. The number of Mao is six, indicating that this person will hold six official positions in total. Wood generates wind, and the final transmission is the tomb god located in the dead position, so he will eventually die from a wind illness. Later events proved this to be true. The "Verification of Divination" also records that a person born in the year Hai divined his own destiny. The diviner said: The number of Hai is four, and the number of Wei is eight. Four multiplied by eight is thirty-two. Now he is forty-nine years old, and the official star has already passed. After that, the cutting off god harms the person's own energy, so he will certainly die in the year Xinhai. His family's house was on the left side, where a tomb was built, cutting off the qi flow, leading to the family's ruin and death. This is because the tomb of Chou is on the left, and it is occupied by the broken and destructive evil star. It is the same divination lesson, but because the person's birth chart includes an extra water element, the outcome turned out to be so different.

課體：遙克，蒿矢，斬關，高蓋。課義：墓干脫支，身宅虛危，夜占被失，閉口而回。

The four lessons have no direct conflicts above or below; the initiating transmission is caused by the lesson god remotely controlling the day stem, which still belongs to the category of remote control. Its power is weak, like grass being pierced by an arrow, hence it is called "Hao Shi" (Grass Arrow). Since the lesson contains Tiangang (Chen) cutting through the path, it carries the characteristic of cutting through the gate. The three transmissions, with Zi, Mao, and Wu, generate from bottom to top in layers, like a high canopy, hence it is called "Gao Gai" (High Canopy). The meaning of the lesson says: the day stem is Ding fire, which is buried in Xu; the day branch is You metal, which is drained by Zi water. Both the person and the house are empty and in danger; at night, there is a risk of theft and loss. In the end, one can only remain silent and return home in vain.

解曰：干火墓於戌，支酉脫於子，是宅既空虛，而身又昏晦也。初傳子水，乘元克干，夜占必被盜失。中傳卯乃旬尾，則應閉口，庶免閒非。酉日子加酉乘後，主家有尼姑出入。

The day stem is Ding, which belongs to fire. The墓 of fire is in Xu, and the day stem is exactly Xu, so the self is dim and unclear. The metal energy of the day branch You is drained by Zi water, so the residence is empty. The first transmission is Zi water, which rides on Yuan Wu and attacks the day stem. Since the divination was done at night, there will certainly be theft or loss of property. The middle transmission is Mao, which is the last position of this ten-day period. The end of the period signifies silence, so one should speak little to avoid causing trouble. On You day, there is also Zi over You, with the upper rider being "Heavenly Empress," one of the Twelve Heavenly Generals, which belongs to water and governs women's private affairs. There will be visits from female religious figures such as nuns in the family.

斷曰：蒿矢之課，禍福皆輕。初傳子水，乃是干鬼。雖曰遞生，而課傳三交刑剋，深可畏矣。卻賴干上之戌，六合於卯，而三合於午，用以制子水之鬼，所謂不幸中之幸也。

The divination lesson of the蒿矢 is weak in power, resulting in light misfortune and light fortune. The first transmission is Zi water, which is the official ghost of the day stem Ding. Although the third transmission shows successive mutual generation, the four lessons and three transmissions interact with mutual punishment and restriction, making it still dangerous. Fortunately, the day stem Wu forms Liu He with the middle transmission Mao, and also forms San He with the final transmission Wu. These harmonies will pull both transmissions towards itself, thus restraining the ghost of Zi water. This is a fortunate thing amidst misfortune; although the ghost is present, there is ultimately a way to save.

天時：子水發用，天罡指陰，自然有雨。家宅：虛耗百出，不安之甚。仕宦：官爻發用，日祿居未，占官甚利。求財：己財難守，焉得外財。婚姻：女恐不潔。胎產：二陽包陰，妊乃成女。疾病：心經虛弱，病體大凶。遺失：夜占元武克干，盜賊難獲。出行：水陸皆不吉。行人：天罡加季，可以立至。兵戰：支干皆脫，主客皆無所利。墳墓：壬丙向吉，水勢甚旺，止宜發貴，不能發丁。

Divination for weather: Zi water initiates the transmission, and the Tiangang points to the yin position, so rain is naturally expected. Divination for the household: there is great loss and instability. Divination for official positions: the official element is used to initiate the transmission, and the Ding day stem's luck is settled in the Wei position, making it very favorable to seek officialdom. Divination for wealth: one cannot even keep their own wealth, how can they talk about external wealth? Divination for marriage: the woman is likely not chaste. Divination for pregnancy: two yang spirits are wrapped around one yin spirit, so the fetus is likely female. Divination for illness: the heart meridian is weak, and the illness is very severe. Divination for lost items: at night, the Yuanwu overcomes the day stem, making it difficult to capture the thief. Divination for travel: both water and land routes are unfavorable. Divination for a traveler: the Tiangang is added to the position of the four seasons, so the person can arrive immediately. Divination for warfare: both the day stem and day branch are drained, so neither side gains an advantage. Divination for burial: facing south from the壬 mountain in the丙 direction is favorable, the water flow is strong, it can bring wealth but not increase descendants.

畢法云：干墓並關人宅廢(冬占)。指南：己巳十一月丑將戌時，一當事相召，以彼鄉有賊作亂，占此課，曰：支干上乘死墓，武臨絕地，日上又能制之，指日敗擒。又問家宅安否，一為戊子命，一為乙亥命，曰：子為科甲中人，亥則有功名而未成，俱遷居他處，可保無虞也。未幾亂者果敗，家中安堵。

The "Bifa Fu" states, "When the day stem is in its tomb and the gate is cut off, people and their homes will be ruined." The commentary adds that in winter, if the day stem is in its tomb and also meets the cutting gate, both people and their homes will suffer decline. The "Liu Ren Zhi Nan" records a case: in the year Jisi, during the eleventh month, the diviner used the hour戌 (dog) with the general丑 (ox) to cast the horoscope. There was a person who was summoned because there were thieves causing disturbances in his hometown, so he cast this horoscope. The diviner said that both the heavenly stem and earthly branch were riding on death qi and tomb spirits, and the Yuanwu (Black Tortoise) was in a place of decline. However, the spirit on the day stem could still control it, so the band of thieves would soon be defeated and captured. The person then asked about the safety of his home. He had two sons, one born in the year Wuzi and the other in the year Yihai. The diviner said that the one born in Wuzi would eventually achieve success in the imperial examinations, while the one born in Yihai had some official rank but had not yet achieved it. Both would have to move to another place, and they would be safe. Soon, the thieves indeed were defeated, and the family remained unharmed.

課體：重審，不備，間傳，贅婿。課義：身宅皆貴，循環無已，財自然來，末又助起。

The four lessons have the lower trigram overcoming the upper one, and the use is still called "re-examination"; since the four lessons do not fill four positions, it is called "incomplete"; the three transmissions are transmitted through the positions of You, Hai, and Xu, with one character skipped in between, hence called "intermediate transmission"; the day stem is placed above the day branch, like a son-in-law living with his wife's family, hence called "赘婿". The meaning of the divination says: both the day stem and the day branch are occupied by the nobleman, meaning both the person and the house are of high status; the three transmissions do not go beyond the four lessons, circulating repeatedly without end; You is the wealth trigram for Ding day and is located on the day stem, meaning wealth comes to the person naturally; the final transmission, Xu earth, again turns back to generate the initial transmission's wealth, making the wealth even more substantial.

解曰：干乘夜貴，支乘晝貴，可謂身宅兩貴矣。且三傳不出四課之中，非循環無窮而何。酉為日財臨干，可謂財來就我矣。況末丑又生初財，其為旺相，孰有過於此哉。

The day stem is accompanied by a nobleman from the night, and the day branch is accompanied by a nobleman from the day. The self and the residence each have one nobleman, which is called having noblemen on both ends. The three transmissions are all taken from the four lessons, and they move among these few without going beyond, which is the image of endless cycles. The酉 (You) is originally the wealth hexagram for a day stem of 丁 (Ding), and now it is on top of the day stem, meaning wealth has come to me on its own. Moreover, the final transmission, 丑 (Chou) earth, turns back to generate the initial transmission's wealth. Is there a stronger prosperity for wealth than this?

斷曰：贅婿之卦，又名凝陰，利於陰謀，不利公舉。干丁支馬，傳財化鬼，宜攜金告貴，潔豆事神。年命在申，必登魁首。

The divination for a stepson-in-law is also called凝阴, which signifies the gathering of yin energy. It is suitable for secret planning but not for public actions. If the day stem carries the Ding spirit and the day branch carries the post-horse, and the three transmissions transform wealth into ghosts, it is best to carry money to seek the nobleman or to use clean ritual vessels to serve the deities. Dispensing wealth can prevent misfortune. If the native's destiny or the current year's position falls on Shen, success in exams is assured.

天時：畢宿發用，課傳皆陰，陰雨連綿。家宅：鬼乘天乙，宅中必有神祇為害。功名：貴多不貴。求財：夜占得貴人之財。婚姻：門戶相當，美中不足。胎產：課傳無陽，妊乃成女。疾病：心經受病，或繫頭風。遺失：元武不見，婢妾所遺。出行：陸路甚吉，水路防失。行人：天罡加孟，尚未啟行。兵戰：無甚凶險，秋占乃吉。

Divination for weather: The deity of the Net mansion initiates the transmission, and the entire transmission consists of yin deities, indicating continuous rain. Divination for the household: Officials and ghosts are riding the nobleman, indicating that there must be spirits causing trouble in the house. Divination for official rank: Although there are many noblemen, they cannot be clearly distinguished. Divination for seeking wealth: If divined at night, one can obtain wealth from the nobleman. Divination for marriage: The two families are of equal status, but there is a slight deficiency. Divination for pregnancy: The transmission has no yang energy, indicating that the fetus is female. Divination for illness: The illness is in the heart meridian, or it could be a headache. Divination for lost items: The Black Tortoise is not present, indicating that the item was lost by a servant. Divination for travel: Traveling by land is auspicious, but traveling by water requires caution against loss. Divination for a traveler: The Tiangang is placed in the position of the four young months, indicating that the person has not yet started traveling. Divination for warfare: There is no major danger, but it is only auspicious if divined in autumn.

畢法云：課傳俱貴轉無依，晝夜貴加求兩貴。古鑑：壬戌生人，午將辰時占訟，曰：遍地貴人，主換官貴。行年乘寅，乃干之父母，為吏克命，主有尊長為鬼。丑作太陰，所爭不明之田產也，皆如所言。

The "Bifa Fu" says, "If both the lesson and the transmission are occupied by noblemen, they lose their support; during day and night, the nobleman should be added to seek two noblemen." When the lesson and transmission are everywhere occupied by noblemen, they actually lose their support; during the day and night, the nobleman should be added to seek two noblemen at the same time. The "Gujian" records a case: a person born in the year Renxu used the hour of Chen in the hour of Wu to cast a divination for legal matters. The diviner said that all the positions were occupied by noblemen, indicating that the official handling the case would be changed; the year pillar fell on寅, which is the parent's yao of the day stem, and the parent transformed into an official who harmed the native's fate, indicating that a superior had become an opponent; the position on Chou was occupied by Tai Yin, and the matter in question was a piece of land with unclear ownership. Later, everything turned out exactly as he had predicted.

邵公斷驗占家宅，曰：丁為獨足，酉為少女。酉被丁克，家有幼女，其被邪神所侵乎，果然。又寅將子時占繼子，曰：酉宅藏丁，丁主於動，又酉為丁之妻。亥為酉之子，妻既有子，豈能憐惜。幸一老陰人撫之，老陰人死，當必去矣，果驗。

Shao Gong's "Duanyan" records that he divined a family's home, saying that Ding represents a person with only one foot in the Six Rens system, and You represents a young woman; since You is overcome by Ding, the family should have a young daughter, perhaps disturbed by evil spirits. Later it indeed came true. Another person used Yin as the general and started the class at the Zi hour to divinate an adopted son. Shao Gong said: You, the household spirit, hides Ding, which is unstable; You is also Ding's wife, and Hai is the son of You - if the wife already has a biological son, how could she care for the adopted one? Fortunately, an old woman took care of him, but when the old woman died, the child would surely leave. Later it indeed came true.

課體：知一，進茹，斬關。課義：傳歸絕墓，商賈勿舉，全賴奴僕，免受辛苦。

The four lessons contain two instances of mutual control among similar elements; we select the one that harmonizes with the day stem to initiate the transmission, hence the name "knowing one." The three transmissions proceed in the order of Shen, Hai, and Yin, advancing sequentially, like pulling out a reed with its roots, hence the name "progressing with the roots." The chart also shows the Tiangang breaking through, hence the inclusion of the cutting passage. The meaning of the chart states: the three transmissions end at the place of decline and burial for Ding fire, indicating that going out to trade is absolutely not advisable; one can only rely entirely on the戌 earth in the day branch—since戌 represents servants in Six Rats divination—to defend against all ghosts, thus avoiding unnecessary hardship.

解曰：丁火絕於亥，絕神臨於墓，事勿再舉。干上申財化鬼，不可出外作商賈也。倘能退守，則賴支上戌土之力，敵制眾鬼。戌為奴僕，能為我捍災御患，可以免受辛苦矣。

The fire of Ding is in its critical state in the亥 position. Now this critical element is also present on the墓 position, so any further action in the matter should be avoided. The metal in the申 position, which is originally the wealth element for the day stem, has transformed into a ghost element, so going out to do business is not advisable. If one steps back and remains within one's proper role, one can use the earth in the戌 position to resist these ghosts. In the Six Rains system, the戌 represents servants who can protect their master from disasters and troubles, thus avoiding a lot of hardship.

斷曰：三奇之課，連茹而進，貴人發傳，財喜臨身，可謂吉矣。但干乘天羅，支乘地網，只宜守己，不能妄作。官臨旺地，仕宦崢嶸。亥戌無親，家庭寥落。又火墓臨於酉支，名墓門開，占病最為不吉。

The Three Marvels lesson is favorable, with the three transmissions connected and progressing smoothly. The Nobleman is also used to initiate the transmission, and wealth and joy fall upon oneself, which can be considered a good omen. However, the Day Stem is occupied by Tian Luo (Heavenly Net) and the Day Branch is occupied by Di Wang (Earthly Net), so the net surrounds the person. It is advisable to remain content with one's current situation and avoid reckless actions. The official star is in a strong position, indicating that those in official positions may achieve remarkable success. The亥 (Hai) and戌 (Xu) are not harmonious, leading to a cold and distant family atmosphere. Moreover, the墓 (grave) of Ding fire falls on the Day Branch酉 (You), known as the opening of the grave, which is particularly unfavorable for predicting illness.

天時：三傳全水剋日，陰雨連綿之象。家宅：兩貴作鄰，子息生宅，門閭可大。功名：三奇入傳，貴必尊崇。求財：己財可守，外財勿求。婚姻：支干上神，一墓一病，占婚不利。胎產：下強上弱，妊乃成女，網羅相加，產甚艱難。疾病：腹痛脾洩，或心經虛弱，年命酉亥尤凶。出行：水路不佳。行人：天罡加仲，尚在中途。兵戰：只宜謹守，動必不利。墳墓：乾龍丙丁向，貴人臨墓，阡後發貴。

Divination on weather: If all three transmissions belong to water and overcome the day stem, it indicates continuous rain and clouds. Divination on the household: The two noblemen appear close to each other during day and night, and the descendants' trigram supports the house, indicating a prosperous family. Divination on official rank: The three marvels enter the transmission, and the gained prestige will certainly be respected. Divination on wealth: One's own wealth can be kept, and external wealth should not be sought. Divination on marriage: One heavenly stem and one earthly branch fall into the墓 and病 positions respectively, indicating an unfavorable marriage. Divination on pregnancy: The lower is strong and the upper is weak, indicating a female fetus; with the combination of heaven's net and earth's net, childbirth will be very difficult. Divination on illness: Abdominal pain and diarrhea belong to the spleen, or it may be due to weakness in the heart meridian; if the personal year falls in the酉 or亥 positions, it is especially dangerous. Divination on travel: Water paths are not favorable. Divination on a traveler: The Tiangang is located at the four central positions, indicating the person is still on the way. Divination on warfare: It is only suitable to be cautious and defensive, any movement will certainly be unfavorable. Divination on graves: The dragon comes from the乾 direction, the direction is set to 丙 or丁, the nobleman is present on the grave, after relocation and burial, it can produce noble people.

畢法云：尊崇傳內遇三奇，所謀多拙逢羅網，眾鬼雖彰全不畏。課經云：子為胎神，丑加子為腹胎格。玉成歌云：日鬼加臨辰兩課，定然官吏到門庭。又云：德神動處吉相隨，受克遭刑反見危。指掌賦云：常貴共入官鄉，當朝執政。光明經云：魁罡逢酉，畫虎雕龍之象。貴后臨辰，踏罡步斗之人。

The "Bifa Fu" says, "When the Three Marvels appear within the three transmissions, one's status is esteemed, but one's plans are clumsy and fall into a trap, though many ghosts are present, they are not feared if they are controlled." If the three transmissions meet the Three Marvels, one's status is esteemed, but if one falls into the heavenly and earthly nets, one's plans are clumsy and difficult to achieve, though many ghosts are present, as long as they are controlled, they are not to be feared. The "Ke Jing" says that the hour of Zi is the fetal god, and if Chou is added on top of Zi, it is called the fetal abdomen pattern. The "Yucheng Ge" says that if the ghost of the day stem is on the day branch, officials will come knocking; it also says that if the virtue god is activated, good fortune follows, but if it is harmed or punished, it turns from good to dangerous. The "Zhipang Fu" says that Tai Chang and the Nobleman entering the official territory indicates a high-ranking official in power. The "Guangming Jing" says that if the魁罡 meets You, it is the atmosphere of carving dragons and tigers; if the Nobleman and Heavenly Empress are on Chen, it is the art of stepping on the罡 and walking the stars.

課體：伏吟，元胎，斬關，孤辰。課義：自初至末，迤邐侵伐，晝勾虎蛇，夜免猖獗。

Heavenly and earthly plates are each in their proper positions, still forming a hidden chant; the three transmissions, which are巳, 申, and 寅, mutually punish and clash, with the initial signs of energy, hence called "original embryo"; the lesson shows the Tiangang taking a direct path, hence accompanied by a cutting gate; the Wuxu and the day stem share the same energy, having no matching partner, hence called "solitary辰". The lesson meaning says: from the first transmission to the final transmission, the course is gradually encroaching and attacking; during the day, the three transmissions are occupied by Gou Chen, White Tiger, and Teng Snake, which are凶 spirits in command; at night, the heavenly general is replaced by Heavenly Empress and Azure Dragon, so the凶 energy does not become rampant.

解曰：初傳克中，中傳克末，末傳克干。三傳遞克，必受眾人之欺。晝占將乘蛇虎，凶不可言。夜將天后青龍，臨於中末而助初生，可無慮其猖獗矣。

The first transmission overcomes the middle transmission, the middle overcomes the final, and the final comes back to overcome the day stem. The three transmissions overcome each other in layers, and the person divined will surely be bullied by others. If this is divined during the day, the generals accompanying the three transmissions are Teng Snake and White Tiger, which arevicious forces, making the danger hard to describe. If it is divined at night, these are replaced by Heavenly Empress and Azure Dragon, two auspicious generals, who fall on the middle and final transmissions and instead support the first transmission, so the evil influence does not become rampant.

斷曰：伏吟之課，發用空亡，宜靜不宜動之象。末傳寅木，助起初傳巳火，以育干支。而又三遞以克干，所云兩面刀者是也。喜空亡無力，夏占則吉。支神晝夜乘元，遺失難免。

The textbook on Hidden Chant indicates a situation that favors stillness, especially since the initiating transmission falls on Kongwang, which is a time for stillness rather than action. On one hand, the final transmission, which is寅 wood, supports and nourishes the initial transmission,巳 fire, and this fire in turn supports the day stem and branch. On the other hand, the three transmissions together successively attack the day stem. This dual effect is what the ancients called a two-edged sword. Fortunately, the presence of Kongwang greatly reduces the harmful influence, and this becomes a favorable omen in summer. The deity governing the day branch is riding on Black Tortoise throughout the day and night, making it inevitable that something is lost.

天時：日上巳空，寅申相沖，風雨夜作。家宅：晝虎脫干，必主卑幼脫賺。仕宦：祿空逢絕，占官不吉，幸而末助，己命稍吉。求財：反防失脫。婚姻：干上德空不吉。胎產：子息屬陽，母實兒空，不利。疾病：腹痛脾洩之症，祿空不吉。遺失：滿目皆元武，須防家賊。出行：陸路稍可，水路不吉。行人：近者立至，遠在中途。兵戰：晝占不宜。

Divination on weather: The fire element in the day stem is empty, and the tiger and monkey signs are in opposition, indicating that rain and wind will start at night. Divination on the household: The white tiger element in the daytime drains the energy of the day stem, indicating that the children will be deceived by others in the later years. Divination on official positions: The official star is empty and meets the end, which is not auspicious for seeking officialdom; fortunately, the final transmission returns to support, so those whose birth stem is jia earth will be slightly better. Divination on seeking wealth: Not only will wealth not be obtained, but one must also be cautious of loss. Divination on marriage: The virtue element on the day stem is empty, which is not auspicious. Divination on pregnancy: The son or daughter element is yang, the mother's side is solid while the fetus's side is empty, which is unfavorable for the fetus. Divination on illness: It is mostly symptoms of abdominal pain and spleen diarrhea, and the official star being empty is not a good omen. Divination on lost items: All elements are black tortoises, one must be cautious of family thieves. Divination on travel: Land travel is still acceptable, but water travel is not auspicious. Divination on people on the move: Those who are nearby will arrive immediately, while those who are far away are still on the way. Divination on warfare: It is not advisable to go to war in the daytime.

畢法云：任信丁馬須言動，三傳互克眾人欺。課經云：三傳互克，必有人遞相剋害，遂使眾口雷同，群然攻訐。朝官宜自檢束，提防公眾彈章。靈轄經云：戊戌日為十惡大敗，以祿神空亡故也。秘要云：干支同類，難以求財，懼爭奪也。金蘭略云：孤辰相剋，必主孤單。又曰：白虎重臨傳送，在外遭殃。

The "Bifa Fu" says, "If there is a trust in Ding and the Post-horse, one must take action; if the three transmissions mutually control each other, one will be deceived by many." When a hidden chant meets the Ding god and the Post-horse, one will take initiative; if the three transmissions mutually control each other, one will be oppressed everywhere by others. The "Ke Jing" explains that when the three transmissions mutually control each other, there will be people coming one after another to harm, thus leading to a unanimous accusation and a collective attack. Officials in the court should be more cautious and restrain themselves, and beware of being impeached by the public. The "Lingxia Jing" says that on the day of Wuxu, it is a day of ten evils and great defeat, because the禄神 (favor god) is in an empty position. The "Mi Yao" says that when the heavenly stem and earthly branch belong to the same category, it is difficult to seek wealth, because there is fear of mutual competition. The "Jinlan Lue" says that if Guchen is met with mutual control, one will certainly be alone; it also says that if the White Tiger appears repeatedly on the Shen transmission god, one will suffer misfortune when going out.

課體：元首，退茹，斬關。課義：退入鬼鄉，進向空方，守身昏晦，敗壞門牆。

The four lessons contain only one instance where the upper element overcomes the lower one, which is used to initiate the transmission, known as the original main lesson. The three transmissions proceed from the hour, the minute, and the second, each successively retreating, like pulling up a wild plant by the roots backward, hence called "retreating roots." Since the lesson contains the Tiangang, it is still referred to as "cutting through the pass." The meaning of the lesson says: retreating backward, the寅 and 卯 are both the official ghosts of 戊 earth; advancing forward, the 辰 and 巳 both fall into the empty period; wanting to stay still, the墓 of the day stem is directly pressing upon oneself; wanting to stay at home, the败气 falls upon the residence. All four directions are blocked, so people become confused and stagnant, and the family and business also suffer decline.

解曰：退而寅卯皆鬼，進而辰巳皆空；守則日墓臨身，居則敗氣臨宅。所以身遭昏滯，而門牆敗壞也。

Retreating, both寅 and 卯 are officials that overcome the Wu earth; advancing, 辰 and 巳 both fall into the empty period. Wanting to hold back, the Day Stem's storage 辰 is directly above oneself; wanting to stay secure at home, the decaying energy falls upon the residence. None of the four directions is passable, so people become confused and blocked, and family affairs also decline.

斷曰：三傳退茹，事多主退。凶則重重，吉亦累累。與其進而履空，不若退而就旺也。日上辰土，與支上酉金，雖為六合，而酉與支戌，實為六害，當有門戶之憂。全局官鬼，春夏遇之，所謂鬼賊當時，尚無畏忌。若到秋冬，禍不旋踵矣。

The three transmissions are each successively retreating, indicating that the matter being divined is mostly going to retreat. If it is a凶 matter, the凶 will come one after another; if it is a吉 matter, the吉 will follow one after another. It is better to retreat and rely on the prosperous energy rather than move forward into the empty void. Although the day stem's辰 earth and the day branch's酉 metal form a Liu He, the酉 and the day branch's戌 are actually in a six harm relationship, indicating worries within the family. The entire chart is full of official ghosts. If this divination is done in spring or summer, the wood ghosts are in charge and the fire and earth elements have strength, so it is not too dangerous. But once it reaches autumn or winter, the wood energy declines and the metal and water elements take control, and misfortune will arrive quickly.

天時：日上逢空，太陽必見，火上水下，自然不雨。家宅：太常作敗氣脫宅，必因酒色，以致家道衰微。仕宦：初中皆係官星，末傳又作貴人，占官最吉。求財：財爻不見，青龍作鬼，求之不得。婚姻：支干之上神相合，填實可就。

Divination for weather: The earthy stem on the day stem falls into Kongwang, the sun will certainly appear; fire is above and water is below, but they do not meet, so it will naturally not rain. Divination for the household: Tai Chang originally governs feasting, food and clothing, but now it turns into a declining atmosphere and drains the household's energy, the decline of the family is certainly due to indulgence in wine and women. Divination for official positions: The first and middle transmissions are both official stars, and the final transmission becomes a nobleman, seeking official positions is most auspicious. Divination for seeking wealth: The wealth爻 never appears, the Azure Dragon turns into an official ghost, so seeking wealth will not be obtained. Divination for marriage: The heavenly stems and earthly branches' spirits are in Liu He, only waiting for the day when Kongwang is filled, the marriage will be successful.

胎產：上強下弱，二陰包陽，妊乃成男；母實兒空，戀腹不吉。疾病：酒色過度，脾土受傷，或咳嗽勞傷之症，人空病實，恐難瘥愈。遺失：自己家賊，非婢即僕。出行：人宅相合，行期必愆。行人：天罡加孟，尚未啟行。兵戰：前後逼迫，未見其利。墳墓：有敗死之氣，不吉。

Divination on pregnancy: The upper is strong and the lower is weak, with two yin spirits surrounding one yang spirit, indicating a male fetus; however, the mother's side is solid while the fetus's side is empty, causing the fetus to cling in the womb unwilling to be born, which is not auspicious. Divination on illness: The cause is excessive indulgence in wine and lust, injuring the spleen earth, or symptoms of coughing and weakness; the person is empty while the illness is solid, suggesting difficulty in recovery. Divination on lost items: The thief is a family member, either a servant or a maid. Divination on travel: The person and the house are in harmony, but the journey will be delayed. Divination on a traveler: The Tiangang is positioned at the four beginning positions, meaning the person has not yet departed. Divination on warfare: Both front and back are under pressure, with no apparent advantage. Divination on burial: The grave site carries a dying and decaying atmosphere, which is inauspicious.

畢法云：華蓋覆日人昏晦，賓主不投刑在上，眾鬼雖彰全不畏。課經云：三傳皆是木神，並來傷干，誠為凶也。不知支上有酉金，足以敵鬼，不為凶咎。此必有宅中之人解禍，謂之家人解禍格。指掌賦云：三傳純官鬼，而兄弟成災。

The "Bifa Fu" says: "Huagai covers the day stem, causing people to be confused and unclear; if the heavenly stem and earthly branch are in conflict, the host and guest do not match, and although many ghosts are present, they are entirely not feared." The heavenly stem and earthly branch of the day are the divine spirits of Chen and Xu, which cover the day stem, causing confusion and lack of clarity. If the heavenly stem and earthly branch are in conflict, the host and guest do not match. Although there are many ghosts, as long as they are controlled, they are not feared. The "Ke Jing" says: if all three transmissions are wood spirits, they all attack the day stem, which seems very dangerous. But the day branch has You metal, which can resist the wood ghosts, so there is no disaster. This must be because someone in the house is helping to relieve the calamity, known as the family relief pattern. The "Zhipang Fu" says that if all three transmissions are official ghosts, the brothers will bring disaster instead.

課體：重審，勵德，極陰。課義：交合可以，彼生我忌，破碎初逢，閉口可畏。

The four lessons are used to determine the initiating transmission by taking the lower to overcome the upper, hence it is called "Rechecking"; the mutual control between the heavenly stems and earthly branches is only suitable for self-defense, hence it is called "Cultivating Virtue"; the three transmissions, with you, hai, and you all being yin branches and moving in reverse, hence it is called "Extreme Yin." The meaning of the divination says: the heavenly stems and earthly branches combine in pairs, and their mutual exchange is smooth; however, the other side receives the support of shen metal and gains strength, while my side is particularly wary of mao wood which comes to overcome; the first transmission you soil is accompanied by broken and Inauspicious Sha, and it is used as the initiating transmission; additionally, mao is the main official ghost that closes the mouth, and the most terrifying aspect of this situation is precisely here.

解曰：卯與戌合，巳與申合，交關則可。但申，長生也；卯，官鬼也。彼受申生，而我卻忌卯克耳。初傳丑為破碎，臨於卯而發用。卯為閉口之鬼，乘雀傷干，豈不可畏乎。

The trigram Mao and Xu form the Liu He, as do Si and Shen. The interaction between them is natural and feasible. However, Shen is the long life of Wu Tu, while Mao is the official ghost of Wu Tu. The other side gains strength from the metal Shen, becoming even more powerful, while I am subjected to the wooden Mao which attacks. The first transmission is the earth Chou, which carries an Inauspicious Sha of broken pieces, and it is used on Mao. Mao is the official ghost that closes the mouth, and on top of it comes the Vermilion Bird which injures the day stem. The troubles of disputes and documents attack together, how can one not be afraid?

斷曰：極陰之課，發用破碎，中財末敗，退於幽暗之鄉，凡事有抑塞不舒之象。閉口臨身，總宜三緘，以保明哲。雀作日鬼，亦防彈章，尤不宜上書言事，伸理冤枉。

This is a very yin divination chart. The initiating transmission involves brokenness, the middle transmission is the wealth hexagram, and the final transmission falls in a defeated position. The course of events moves continuously towards darkness, indicating that all matters face suppression and obstruction, with difficulty in development. The spirit of closure is present on the self, suggesting that keeping the mouth closed is most important in order to preserve one's wise and cautious position. The Vermilion Bird transforms into the official ghost of the day stem, requiring vigilance against being accused or impeached by others. It is especially unsuitable to submit documents or to plead someone else's case and defend their innocence.

天時：畢宿帶丁，雨師發用，必雨。家宅：晝占卯朱剋日，主有爭訟，白虎臨宅，防有喪事。仕宦：雀鬼臨干，官員防劾。求財：當因酒食而得。婚姻：破碎發用，不吉。胎產：日受上克，子孫難保。疾病：三傳極陰，死神乘干，巳祿空絕，肺經受病，甚危，幸宅上申能制鬼，或因婦人及行路而得良醫。爭訟：朱雀閉口，訟枉難伸。出行：丁居末傳，行期甚速。行人：驛馬帶虎，入宅即歸。兵戰：宜守。墳墓：辰上長生，可以發丁。

Divination for weather: The Net mansion carries the Ding deity, and the Rain deity is used to initiate the transmission, indicating it will definitely rain. Divination for the household: During the day, the卯 position is occupied by the Vermilion Bird and overcomes the day stem, indicating disputes; the White Tiger also appears at the residence, so be cautious of death. Divination for officialdom: The Vermilion Bird transforms into a ghost and is on the day stem, officials should beware of being impeached. Divination for seeking wealth: Wealth will come from banquets and social gatherings. Divination for marriage: A broken and凶ous transmission is used, which is unfavorable. Divination for pregnancy and childbirth: The day stem is attacked by the superior deity, making it difficult to preserve the offspring. Divination for illness: The three transmissions are extremely yin, and the Death deity is on the day stem. The巳禄 is both empty and cut off, the illness is in the lung meridian, which is very dangerous; fortunately, the metal of the申 on the residence can control the卯 ghost, or it may be saved through the recommendation of a woman or meeting a good doctor on the way. Divination for disputes: The Vermilion Bird is originally associated with speech but is silent, making it difficult to clear the injustice. Divination for travel: The Ding deity is in the final transmission, indicating a quick journey. Divination for a traveler: The post-horse carries the White Tiger, and the traveler will return home immediately. Divination for warfare: It is only suitable to hold the position. Divination for burial: The辰 position is the place of growth, which can bring prosperity to the descendants.

畢法云：制鬼之位乃良醫。古鑑：酉命丑加卯占終身，曰：三傳丑亥酉，課名極陰。土死於卯，敗於酉，酉六亥四，其人壽至四十六歲。初傳貴人，當享父福。中傳臨官加丑，亦乘父祿。末傳及於本身，便爾敗壞矣。中傳亥水，末傳酉金，當因酒色而敗，果驗。

The *Bi Fa Fu* says, "The position that controls the official ghost is the place of the good physician": the god that can subdue the official ghost is located at a certain position, and that position is where the good physician is. The *Gu Jian* records a case: a person born in the酉 year used a divination with the combination of丑 added to卯 to inquire about his entire life. The diviner said the three transmissions were丑,亥, and酉, and the name of the divination was extremely yin. The戊 earth died at卯 and failed at酉. The number of酉 is six, and the number of亥 is four, so his lifespan would be forty-six years. The first transmission was supported by a nobleman, meaning he would enjoy the blessings of his father in his youth; the middle transmission was at the position of officialdom and also fell on丑, still supported by the remaining fortune of his father; when the final transmission fell on his own position, his family's affairs would then decline. The middle transmission was亥 water and the final transmission was酉 metal, with water and metal connected, indicating alcohol and lust, so he would decline due to alcohol and lust. Later, this indeed came true.

課體：元首，元胎。課義：寅夜青龍，身初兩逢，晝申雖制，白虎有凶。

The four lessons contain only one instance where the upper element overcomes the lower one, which is used to determine the initiating transmission, known as the main lesson. The three transmissions are寅,亥,申, indicating the initial emergence of vital energy but with form not yet fully developed, hence called the original embryo. The meaning of the lesson states: when divining at night, the寅 wood is riding the Azure Dragon above the寅 wood, and the day stem also has a寅, with the first transmission also being寅. These two instances both involve the overcoming of the self by official ghosts. Although during the day there is the final transmission申 metal to control the寅 ghost, it is unfortunate that the申 is ridden by the White Tiger, using a凶 to control another凶, ultimately concealing danger.

解曰：寅乘青龍，一見於日上，一見於初傳，兩逢日鬼，唯末傳之申金，可以制之。奈晝乘白虎，遞助寅鬼，仕宦則一歲九遷，而常人反為凶惡也。

The wood of寅 is riding on the Azure Dragon, appearing once on the day stem and once in the first transmission. Both instances are official ghosts that overcome the earth stem戊. The only thing that can control them is the final transmission of申 metal. Unfortunately, during the day, the metal of申 is riding on the White Tiger, which interacts with the Azure Dragon, instead enhancing the ghost of寅. This situation is favorable for someone in official position, as the official ghost has strength and allows for rapid promotion, possibly nine promotions within a year. However, for ordinary people, it brings only misfortune.

斷曰：元胎之課，凡事初有萌芽，倘占赴試，晝將必然及第。青龍作鬼，福裡生災。白虎克官，禍中得助。但晝夜貴人，皆臨囚獄之地，不能仰藉寵光，刷幽振滯。

The divination indicates that the matter being consulted is just beginning to take shape. If one is consulting about taking an exam, and the heavenly general for the day is associated with prestige, then success in the exam is certain. The Azure Dragon is usually a favorable general, but now it has transformed into the official ghost, indicating a disaster within a blessing; the White Tiger is usually an ominous general, but now it is restraining the official star, indicating assistance within a misfortune: good and bad have turned upside down. However, both the daytime and nighttime dignitaries are located in the prison position, indicating that the person being consulted cannot rely on favor from above and will find it difficult to expect someone to clear their stagnation.

天時：天罡指陰，夜龍剋日，夜必有雨。家宅：夜貴臨宅入獄，貴人不利，亦防酒食之咎。仕宦：官星被克，欠利。求財：晝占宜得婦女之財，夜占宜得酒食之財。婚姻：晝占不利，夜占甚吉。胎產：女胎產順。疾病：睥土受病，或肝經有傷，末傳制鬼，必遇良醫。遺失：賊乃家人，捕之可獲。出行：水陸兩途，均非坦道。行人：天罡加季，行者立至。兵戰：不利。

Divination for weather: The Tiangang points to a yin position, and during the night the Azure Dragon brings water and overcomes the day stem, so rain is certain at night. Divination for the household: The nobleman is near the house but falls into the position of imprisonment, so the nobleman is actually disadvantageous, and one should be cautious of troubles caused by drinking and feasting. Divination for official career: The official star is overcome, which is unfavorable for career advancement. Divination for seeking wealth: If divined during the day, wealth is obtained from women; if divined at night, wealth is obtained from feasting and socializing. Divination for marriage: Divining during the day is unfavorable, but divining at night is very auspicious. Divination for pregnancy: The fetus is female, and the delivery will be smooth. Divination for illness: The spleen earth is affected, or there is injury to the liver meridian; the final transmission can control the official ghost, so one will certainly meet a good doctor. Divination for lost items: The thief is a family member, and the thief can be captured. Divination for travel: Neither land nor water routes are smooth. Divination for a traveler: The Tiangang is added to the position of the four seasons, so the traveler will arrive immediately. Divination for warfare: Unfavorable.

畢法云：簾幕貴人高甲第(晝占)。課經云：干上寅木，作日之明鬼，支上未土，遁出乙木，作日干之暗鬼。如先有人相允，後卻不能相顧。一繫明作無情，一繫暗中寡義，彼此各懷惡意也。玉女通神訣云：順道用傳母前子，失禮還從子傳母，順即為和逆即疑，此是三傳真訣語。

The "Bifa Fu" says, "Lanmu Guiren Gao Jia Di," with a note for daytime divination: night noblemen appear during the day, called Lanmu Guiren, indicating success in official examinations. The "Ke Jing" states: the寅wood on the day stem is the official ghost of the戊earth on the surface, while the未earth in the day branch hides the乙wood, which is another hidden official ghost. When used for divination, this is like someone agreeing beforehand but refusing to support when the matter arises: one side is openly unfeeling, the other secretly untrustworthy, with both harboring ill will. The "Yunü Tongshen Jue" says that following the order from mother to son is called顺, while going in reverse from son to mother is called失礼. 顺 leads to harmony, while逆 suggests suspicion, which is the true method for determining the flow of the three transmissions.

課體：遙克，蒿矢，炎上。課義：火局生身，夜虎臨寅，末並宅上，丑午凶神。

The four lessons have neither superior nor inferior elements in conflict; instead, the lesson god remotely controls the day stem, and its power is weak like grass being shot by an arrow, so it is still called remote control or "hao shi" (grass arrow). The three transmissions form the triple harmony of Yin, Wu, and Xu, which constitute a fire trinity. The "Shangshu · Hongfan" refers to fire as "yan shang" (ascending flame), so it is called "yan shang" (ascending flame). The meaning of the lesson says: the fire trinity returns to support the day stem itself, which is originally a good thing; however, in a night divination, the Yin is occupied by the White Tiger, and Yin is also an official ghost. The final transmission is Wu fire, which is combined with the Wu fire in the day branch, making Wu fire the Yangren (sharpness). The丑 (Chou) is broken, and Chou and Wu are mutually harmful, so all Inauspicious Spirit (evil spirits) are gathered together.

解曰：三傳火局生身，本為吉兆。但寅夜乘虎作鬼，支及末傳午火，又遁甲鬼，晝乘白虎。午為羊刃，丑為破碎，丑午六害，其凶不待言矣。

The three transmissions form a fire pattern which returns to support the day stem, which is a favorable omen. However, the divination was done at night, with the tiger (寅) occupied by the White Tiger. The寅 is also the official ghost of the戊 earth. The day branch and the final transmission are both午 fire, with the甲 wood hidden within the午. This adds another layer of hidden ghost. Even during the day, it is accompanied by the White Tiger. Moreover, the午 is the Yangren (sheep's blade) of the戊 day, and the丑 carries the Inauspicious Sha of broken pieces. The丑 and午 are in direct conflict with the six harms, so the凶 is evident without further explanation.

斷曰：蒿矢之課，為力雖輕，支干相害，彼此不無猜忌。格名炎上，多虛少實，諸占皆有美中不足之象。夜占慮其始，晝占慮其終。

The divination for the蒿矢 hexagram originally has weak power, but the heavenly stems and earthly branches are mutually harmful, leading to mutual suspicion between the two sides. The pattern is called "Inflamed Ascending," which signifies a fiery nature that is empty and rising, so matters tend to be more illusory than real. Whether divining anything, there is a sense of falling short of expectations. If divining at night, be concerned about the beginning; if divining during the day, be concerned about the end.

天時：三傳火局生日，天罡指陽，自然晴朗。家宅：尊長相虐，不安之甚。仕宦：日貴臨身，夜貴登天，占官可望。求財：財爻不見，青龍又隱，恐不能得。婚姻：支干相害，占婚不吉。胎產：晝占胎神乘虎甚凶，夜占不畏；但酉為子孫，產乃生女。疾病：心經有病，肺家患深，晝占難愈。遺失：物非盜竊，不過婢妾所遺。出行：陸路利晝不利夜，水路利夜不利晝。行人：天罡加孟，尚未啟行。兵戰：夜貴兩占，皆不甚利。

Divination for weather: If the three transmissions form a fire pattern and return to the day stem, and the tiangang points to the yang position, the weather will naturally be clear. Divination for the household: The elder abuses the younger, and the household is extremely unstable. Divination for official positions: The nobleman appears during the day and ascends the heavenly gate at night, indicating a hopeful chance for officialdom. Divination for seeking wealth: The wealth element does not appear, and the azure dragon is hidden, suggesting difficulty in obtaining wealth. Divination for marriage: The heavenly stem and earthly branch are harmful to each other, indicating an unfavorable marriage. Divination for pregnancy: If the fetal deity is accompanied by the white tiger during the day, it is very dangerous, but if it is at night, there is no need to fear; the酉 position is the offspring element, and the child will be a girl. Divination for illness: The illness is in the heart meridian, and the lung condition is more severe; it is difficult to recover during the day. Divination for lost items: The item was not stolen, but was left behind by a servant. Divination for travel: Traveling by land is favorable during the day but unfavorable at night; traveling by water is favorable at night but unfavorable during the day. Divination for a traveler: The tiangang is placed on the four young positions, indicating the person has not yet departed. Divination for warfare: The nobleman appears both at night and day, and neither is favorable.

畢法云：虎乘遁鬼殃非淺，合中犯殺蜜中砒。課經云：午加戌父母爻上，乘虎坐墓，主父母墓中生白蟻，或興禍端。如父母在堂，主有疾病之災，更作月內死神、死氣尤凶。神將論云：未臨亥為貴登天門，神藏煞沒，無不亨利。指掌賦云：寅戌午為華明，彰精光於天表。玉成歌云：遙克當傳主遠尋。

The *Bifa Fu* says, "White Tiger riding on the hidden ghost brings serious calamity; within the六合, if凶煞 are present, it is like honey mixed with arsenic." White Tiger riding on the ghost produced by the hidden stem brings heavy misfortune; within the Liu He, if Inauspicious Sha are present, it is like honey mixed with arsenic. The *Ke Jing* says that if the午 is placed on the戌, which is the parent's爻, and it is also乘 by White Tiger and enters the墓, it indicates that the parents' graves have ants or other misfortunes; if the parents are still alive, it indicates disease. If the午 also serves as the death deity or death qi in the current month, the situation becomes even more dangerous. The *Shen Jiang Lun* says that if the未 is on the亥, it is called "the noble enters the heavenly gate," with auspicious deities hidden and Inauspicious Sha concealed, leading to favorable outcomes in all directions. The *Zhi Zhang Fu* refers to the group of寅, 戌, and 午 as "Huaming," meaning their brilliance is visible in the heavens. The *Yucheng Ge* says that if a distant克 is in the transmission, the matter sought should be looked for in distant places.

課體：重審，不備。課義：我投於彼，兩邊契義，夜虎臨寅，晝占無畏。

The four lessons are below and overcome the upper, thus it is called Repeated Review; the four lessons do not fill four positions, thus it is called incomplete. The meaning of the lesson says: placing the day stem on the day branch indicates my active approach to the other;巳 and戌 secretly combine, indicating mutual affection between both sides. The concern lies in the final transmission being寅 wood, which is the official ghost, and if it is divined at night with the White Tiger, it is indeed alarming; but if it is divined during the day, the寅 is occupied by the Heavenly Empress, and also sits on the墓 position, having no strength, so there is nothing to fear.

解曰：日為我，辰為彼，以日加於辰，是我投於彼也。巳與戌有內辛之合，豈不兩相契合乎。寅乃日鬼，臨於末傳。而夜乘白虎，誠可畏矣。若晝占則上乘天后，自坐墓地，全然無氣，復何畏之有哉。

The day stem represents me, and the day branch represents the other person; adding the day stem to the day branch signifies my active approach towards the other person. The branch巳 contains the stem丙, and the branch戌 contains the stem辛, with 丙 and 辛 forming an implicit harmony, leading to mutual affection. However, the branch寅 is to be avoided, as it is the official ghost of the stem戊 and falls in the final transmission. If the divination is done at night with寅 occupying the position of the white tiger, the Inauspicious General (malevolent general) accompanied by spirits is truly fearsome. But if the divination is done during the day with寅 occupied by the heavenly empress, the heavenly empress belongs to water but sits in a tomb position, having no strength at all, so there is nothing to fear.

斷曰：不備之課，事不周全，必有缺陷。三傳自下克上，子水受傷，是傷其財也。雖則臨干，取之防有驚恐。初末引從晝貴，可以告貴用事，亦利科名。夜占催官符至，到任極速。但五行俱入墓中，止宜結絕舊事。

If the four lessons are incomplete, the matter being divined is not fully covered, and there will certainly be shortcomings. All three transmissions are instances of the lower overcoming the upper, with the water element (zi) being harmed within them. Water is the wealth element of the earth (wu) and thus the wealth is damaged. Although wealth is located above the day stem, when seeking to obtain it, one must be cautious of disturbances. The first and final transmissions are preceded and followed by the nobleman of the day, which can be used to report to the nobleman and handle affairs, which is also beneficial for academic success and official rank. If the divination is done at night, it indicates that the official's mandate will be swiftly delivered, and taking office will be very quick. However, all five elements are in the state of burial, so at present, it is only suitable to conclude old matters and not to start new ones.

天時：青龍帶水昇天，奈三傳遞克子水，有雨不大。家宅：人來就宅，又復生宅，居必壯麗。仕宦：夜占白虎作催官使者，青龍貴人，皆乘日上，占官必得。求財：財來就人，不求自至。婚姻：以夫就妻，填實甚吉。胎產：上強下弱，產必生女。疾病：心經受病，或齒痛之疾，夜占則繫脾胃受傷之症。出行：陸路甚坦，水路亦吉。行人：天罡加仲，尚在中途。兵戰：晝占吉，夜占凶。

Divination for weather: The Azure Dragon carries water vapour up to the Heaven Plate, but the Three Transmissions successively overcome the water of the Zi branch. Although there will be rain, it will not be heavy. Divination for the household: People come to seek shelter in the residence, and then return to generate the dwelling. The dwelling must be grand. Divination for officialdom: At night, the White Tiger acts as a messenger to promote officialdom. The Azure Dragon and Nobleman both ride on the Day Stem. Seeking official position will surely succeed. Divination for wealth: Wealth comes to people without seeking. Divination for marriage: The husband goes to the wife. On the day when the empty void is filled, it will be very auspicious. Divination for childbirth: The upper is strong and the lower is weak. The child born will be a girl. Divination for illness: The illness is in the Heart channel, or toothache. If divined at night, it indicates injury to the Spleen and Stomach. Divination for travel: The land route is smooth, and the water route is also auspicious. Divination for a traveler: The Tiangang is placed on the four middle positions, meaning the person is still on the way. Divination for warfare: If divined during the day, it is auspicious; if at night, it is inauspicious.

畢法云：權攝不正祿臨支，支干值絕凡謀決。課經云：子加巳正月占，主孕喜之事，然終不吉。緣胎神加干，臨絕受克，恐防損墜。唯占產則可云當日便生也。肘後經云：用神若還害天乙，是為四閉凶不測(子害未)。

The "Bifa Fu" says: "When the official's authority is not properly held and the official's position falls on the day branch, and both the heavenly stem and earthly branch are in a state of decline, all matters can be decisively concluded." This means that the official's position is located in the day branch but not in the day stem, indicating an unofficial or temporary role with improper authority; when both the stem and branch are in a state of decline, all matters can be decisively resolved. The "Ke Jing" states: When the child is placed on the巳 (Si) position, if the divination is done in the first lunar month, it indicates a joyful pregnancy, but the outcome is ultimately unfavorable. The fetal god is placed on the day stem, yet it is in a state of decline and is being harmed, which may lead to harm to the fetus; however, if the divination is about childbirth, it can be concluded that the birth will occur on the same day. The "Zhou Hou Jing" states that if the useful god is harmed by the celestial master nobleman, it results in the "four closures" which bring ominous calamities that are unpredictable. The original commentary refers to the子 (Zi) position harming the未 (Wei) position.

課體：反吟，元胎，無依，斬關，寡宿。課義：我去彼絕，凡占歇滅，病訟皆凶，行人被截。

The heavenly deities on the Heaven Plate are all positioned in the opposite positions of the Earth Plate, hence called Reverse Chant; the combination of巳 and亥 indicates a gathering of qi and a desire for movement but not yet formed, hence called Yuan Tai; the upper and lower parts of the Four Lessons are all in opposition, with no support, hence called Wu Yi; the presence of Tiangang in the lesson indicates a direct path, hence called Zhan Guan; the Wuxu stem and branch are inherently isolated, and when encountering a dispersing conflict, hence called Guasu. The lesson meaning says: I move forward on this side, while the other side is a dead end; any divination concerning this lesson indicates that matters will end and cease; divination regarding illness or litigation is generally dangerous; those traveling away will be intercepted halfway and unable to return.

解曰：火生寅而絕於亥，水土生申而絕於巳，巳加於亥，是自投於絕域也。況來往皆空，凡占皆主歇滅。巳為德祿生氣，今值旬空而逢絕克，故病訟皆凶。往來俱陷於絕，則行人必有阻而截之者矣。

Fire's growth is in寅 and its decline in亥, while Water and Earth's growth is in申 and their decline in巳. Now巳 is placed on亥, which is exactly like running headlong into a place of decline. Moreover, both the incoming and outgoing aspects fall into the empty period, so any divination concerning this chart indicates that matters will be cut short midway. Originally,巳 is the daily virtue,禄神, and life qi of Wu Earth, but now it has fallen into the empty period, and is also in a place of decline and being attacked. Therefore, divinations concerning illness or legal cases are all ominous. Both the incoming and outgoing aspects are trapped in places of decline, so anyone going out will surely encounter obstacles and interference from people along the way.

斷曰：反吟之卦，自刑又復自沖，賓主不浹之象。中傳居日，初末他鄉，往來於絕地，謂之去絕反吟，諸占不吉。惟僧道則甚相宜，緣四大皆空也。

Reverse Chant divination involves both self-punishment and self-conflict, indicating an inharmonious relationship between the subject and the object. The middle transmission falls on the day's position, while the first and final transmissions are in foreign positions, moving only in the extreme positions, which is called going to the extreme and returning to the extreme. This is an unfavorable omen for all matters. However, it is most suitable for monks and Taoist priests, as they originally seek emptiness and have no attachments.

天時：太虛明淨，天地相通，萬里無雲之象。家宅：室如懸磬，空空如也。仕宦：官貴不見，德祿皆空，占官不吉。求財：財爻空絕，求之不得。婚姻：彼此皆虛，媒妁難憑。胎產：胎必墮，產母吉。疾病：脾胃受傷，新病吉，久病凶。遺失：元武臨宅，家賊難防，元武打洞，恐不能捕。出行：虛話而已。行人：天罡加季，行人立至。兵戰：不能成功。

Divination on weather: The heavens are clear and pure, the energies of heaven and earth connect up and down, indicating a sky without clouds for thousands of miles. Divination on the family dwelling: The house is like a hollow stone chime, empty inside. Divination on official positions: The official star and nobleman do not appear, the day virtue and the禄神 are also absent, indicating an inauspicious outcome for seeking officialdom. Divination on seeking wealth: The wealth爻 is both empty and cut off, so wealth cannot be obtained. Divination on marriage: Both men and women are empty, the媒人's words are unreliable. Divination on pregnancy: The fetus will certainly miscarry, but the mother herself is not harmed. Divination on illness: The spleen and stomach are injured, new illness is auspicious, but long-term illness is inauspicious. Divination on lost items: The Black Tortoise is present at the residence, household thieves are hard to prevent; also encountering the Black Tortoise digging a hole pattern, fearing that it cannot be caught. Divination on travel: It is just empty talk. Divination on a traveler: The Tiangang is placed on the four seasons position, the traveler will arrive immediately. Divination on warfare: It cannot be successful.

畢法云：空空如也事休追，來去俱空豈動移。秘要云：來去俱空之卦，鬼空尤妙，然亦宜有制，否則有虛撓之凶，為我難見彼之象故也。心鏡云：四課無形，事不出名，縱然出也，恐是虛聲。光明經云：水臨巽戶主腰災，火遇亥神防走失。

The "Bifa Fu" says, "Empty and empty, matters are already past, there is no need to pursue further; coming and going are both empty, what is there to move or change?" In a situation where everything is empty, there is no need to investigate further, for both coming and going result in emptiness, so what is there to act upon or move. The "Miyao" says that when both coming and going are empty, if the empty element is the official ghost, it is even more favorable; however, it is still better if there is a deity controlling it, otherwise there may be ominous disturbances and disturbances, because this is an image where I cannot meet the other party. The "Xingjing" says that the four lessons have no form or attachment, and the matter will not become famous, even if it spreads, it is likely to be just empty talk. The "Guangming Jing" says that water approaching the Xun direction, the gate and the waist area are subject to disaster, and fire meeting the Hai deity requires vigilance against loss.

課體：元首，斬關，不備。課義：晝虎甲午，申類最苦，夜貴當權，初末拱護。

The four lessons have only one instance where the upper element overcomes the lower one, which is used to initiate the transmission, making it the main lesson. Within the lesson, the Tiangang (Chen) takes a direct path, hence it is accompanied by a cutting gate. Since the four lessons do not fill all four positions, it is called incomplete. The lesson meaning says: during the day, the White Tiger is on the position of Wu, and Wu also contains the ghost of Jia wood, which belongs to metal, such as Shen, and this is the most difficult situation. At night, the Nobleman is in power and authority, with the first transmission and the final transmission supporting each other in front and behind, completely changing the situation.

解曰：午上遁出甲木，晝占白虎乘羊刃而傷干，又克初傳。長生之申，既被午克，復被土墓，最為痛苦也。夜占則貴人臨於寅火生地，甚有權勢。況初末之申午，又為引從而拱護，占官者，吉可知矣。

In the middle of the hour of Wu, the stem Jia Wood is hidden. Jia Wood is the official ghost of Wu Earth. During the day, the White Tiger is riding on the Yangren (Yang刃) coming from Wu to injure the day stem. It then turns back to attack the first transmission. The first transmission, Sheng Metal, is originally the long life of Wu Earth. Now it is both attacked by Wu Fire and captured by the earth tomb, suffering greatly. At night, the nobleman is present at the position of Yin, which is the long life of Fire. The nobleman is in a strong position and has great power. Moreover, the first transmission Sheng and the final transmission Wu support each other in sequence, indicating a favorable outcome for official matters.

斷曰：元首之課，履正而亨。午生丑，丑墓申，申克卯，卯克戌，是午之暗鬼，流禍甚長也。長生入墓，長上應災。末火克金，子息告匱，又名不備，諸事當有缺欠。

The main divination lesson follows the correct path, with the main ruler flourishing. However, upon closer examination: the fire (午) is born in the earth ox (丑), which receives its burial in the monkey (申), and the monkey overcomes the rabbit (卯), which in turn overcomes the dog (戌). This sequence represents the hidden ghost generated by the fire, indicating a prolonged series of misfortunes. The growth god, the monkey, falls into burial, suggesting that elders may face calamities. The final transmission is fire, which overcomes metal, and metal represents the descendants' element, indicating that the younger generation is also weak. The lesson pattern is also called incomplete, implying that all matters will have shortcomings and lack completeness.

天時：天罡指陰，水運乎上，有雨。家宅：宅與上神相合，家道必成。仕宦：青龍發用，白虎催官，占官甚宜。求財：龍雖發用，被丑墓午克，恐不能得。婚姻：干支相合，可以成就。胎產：女孕，產速。疾病：肺經受病，春占不吉。遺失：元武不見，乃遺落道途，並非賊竊。出行：行者戀宅，行期必愆。行人：天罡加孟，尚未啟行。兵戰：晝占甚利，後宜謹慎。

Divination for weather: The Tiangang points to a yin position, with water qi moving above, indicating rain. Divination for the household: The residence harmonizes with the upper deity, ensuring the family's success. Divination for official positions: The Azure Dragon initiates the transmission, and the White Tiger serves as an envoy to promote officialdom, making it suitable to seek office. Divination for wealth: Although the Azure Dragon initiates the transmission, it is buried by the earth of the Chou position and overcome by the fire of the Wu position, so it is likely to be difficult to obtain. Divination for marriage: The heavenly stem and earthly branch harmonize, making the marriage possible. Divination for pregnancy: The fetus is female, and delivery will be quick. Divination for illness: The lung meridian is affected, and it is unfavorable in spring. Divination for lost items: The Black Tortoise is not present, indicating the item was lost on the way, not stolen by a thief. Divination for travel: The person leaving home is attached to the household, so the journey will be delayed. Divination for a traveler: The Tiangang is placed on the four beginning positions, meaning the person has not yet departed. Divination for warfare: Divination during the day is favorable, but after success, caution is still advisable.

畢法云：虎乘遁鬼殃非淺，傳墓入墓分憎愛。纂要云：戌加巳，卯加戌，此為干支相會，可以共謀成事。秘要云：日鬼乘太常，入宅克宅。若十月占，主有內孝服。玉成歌云：墓神加日身災滯，支往臨幹事體危。又云：日鬼加臨辰兩課，定然官吏到門庭。指掌賦云：丑遇天空為矮子，會申而為和尚。

The "Bi Fa Fu" says, "White Tiger riding on the hidden ghost brings serious calamity; if the three transmissions and the day stem's墓 overlap, one must distinguish whether it is something lovable or something loathsome." The "Zuan Yao" says that when戌 is added to巳 or卯 is added to戌, the heavenly stem and earthly branch meet each other, and thus can conspire with people to accomplish things. The "Mi Yao" says that if the day stem's ghost rides on Tai Chang and enters the house, it will harm the house; if this is divined in the tenth month, it indicates there will be mourning within the family. The "Yu Cheng Ge" says that if the墓 god is added to the day stem, the person himself will suffer misfortune and be obstructed; if the god of the day branch moves to the day stem, the matter will be dangerous. It also says that if the day stem's ghost is added to the two lessons of the day branch, officials will certainly come to the door. The "Zhi Zhang Fu" says that when丑 meets Tian Kong, it resembles a short person, and when it combines with申, it resembles a monk.

課體：元首，勵德，泆女。課義：寅並甲午，晝夜皆虎，酉金來救，火局焚去。

The four lessons are all in one place, with the upper overcoming the lower, which is the original main lesson. The interaction between the stem and branch is mutual control, so it is advisable to self-discipline, hence named "Lide" (Self-Cultivation). The three transmissions form a fire formation, which combines with the day branch and causes excessive yin energy to overflow, leading to improper relationships between men and women, hence named "Yunü" (Excessive Woman). The meaning of the lesson says: the寅 wood is originally the official ghost, and the午 contains the hidden 甲 wood, adding another ghost. The heavenly generals during day and night are both the White Tiger, so two ghosts ride the White Tiger to attack the day stem. The only one that can save is the酉 gold on the day stem, but it is burned up by the fire formation formed by the three transmissions.

解曰：寅乃日鬼，午遁旬鬼，晝夜皆乘白虎，並來傷干。獨干上之酉金為救，又被三傳之全火焚燬。占官之外，皆非吉徵。

Yin wood is the official ghost of Wu earth. The day stem hidden in Wu also produces another ghost, and both the day and night heavenly generals are White Tigers. Two ghosts ride on the凶 general to attack the day stem. The only thing that can save the day stem is the酉 metal on the day stem.酉 can drain earth to generate water and transform the wood ghost, but it is burned by the fire formed by the three transmissions. Therefore, except for matters related to official positions, all other matters are not auspicious.

斷曰：元首之卦，本為順利，但干作金局，支作火局，以火制金。凡占利卑幼而不利尊長，利他人而不利己身。又交車相害，須防面是心非。傳雖炎上，卻喜會作生氣發用，經所謂三傳純父母，不求安而身自安也。占者倘能處安思危，則無不善矣。

The original divination is smooth, but the day stem forms a metal formation, and the day branch forms a fire formation, with fire controlling metal. In all divinations, it is favorable for the younger generation rather than the elders, favorable for others rather than oneself. The stems and branches above and below also interact in a harmful way, so one should beware that the other party may appear harmonious on the surface but have other intentions. Although the three transmissions form an upward fire formation, it is fortunate that they can generate life qi and initiate the transmission. The classic text says that the three transmissions are all about the parents' yao, not seeking security but being secure by nature, exactly describing this situation. If the diviner can think of potential dangers while in a safe position, there will be no bad outcomes.

天時：三傳皆火，畢宿受制，有風無雨。家宅：夜虎克宅，遁虎復傷，凶患難防。仕宦：催官發用，占官甚吉，兼有威權。求財：財爻不見，求之不得。婚姻：女家太盛，配不相宜。胎產：上強下弱，產乃生男。疾病：晝占則肺經受病，病深難瘥，夜占則脾經受傷，病淺易痊。遺失：元武不見，乃婢妾所失。出行：陸路甚坦，水路難行。行人：天罡加孟，尚未起身。兵戰：晝夜俱不為吉。

Divination for weather: All three transmissions belong to fire, the spirit of the Net mansion is restrained, there will be wind but no rain. Divination for the household: A white tiger is attacking the house at night, and the tiger ghost generated from the hidden stem further harms it, making calamities hard to prevent. Divination for official positions: The spirit that promotes officialdom is used as the initiating transmission, seeking an official position is very auspicious, and also gaining authority. Divination for seeking wealth: The wealth爻 does not appear, so seeking wealth is not possible. Divination for marriage: The女方's family is too powerful, making the match unequal. Divination for childbirth: The upper is strong and the lower is weak, the child will be a boy. Divination for illness: Divining during the day indicates illness in the lung meridian, which is deep and hard to cure; divining at night indicates injury to the spleen meridian, which is shallow and easy to recover from. Divination for lost items: The Black Tortoise does not appear, the lost item is likely to be lost by a servant or concubine. Divination for travel: Land travel is smooth, but water travel is difficult. Divination for a traveler: The Tiangang is placed in the position of the four young months, the person has not yet started traveling. Divination for warfare: Both day and night divinations do not indicate auspicious outcomes.

畢法云：虎乘遁鬼殃非淺，鬼臨三四訟災隨。課經云：子加申為胎坐長生，恐子戀母腹，宜占胎孕，不利占產。指掌賦云：寅午戌為炎上，以發達為名。心印賦云：三合支辰為眷親，歲中必定別陰人。雲霄賦云：火熾傷金，邊塞馳驅之子。三才賦云：將神沐浴之處相逢，凡事露機。

The "Bifa Fu" says, "White Tiger riding on the hidden ghost brings serious calamity; if the official ghost is in the third or fourth lesson, lawsuits and misfortunes follow closely." A White Tiger riding on the hidden ghost brings serious misfortune; if the official ghost is in the third or fourth lesson, lawsuits and disasters will follow. The "Keng Jing" says that when Zi is placed on Shen, it is called "tai zao changsheng," meaning the fetus clings to the mother's womb and refuses to be born, which is favorable for predicting pregnancy but unfavorable for predicting childbirth. The "Zhipang Fu" says that Yin, Wu, and Xu combine to form the fiery upward trend, which brings fame and success. The "Xinyin Fu" says that when the triple harmony meets the day branch, it indicates a relative, and during this year, there will be a parting from a female relative. The "Yunxiao Fu" says that intense fire harms metal, indicating that this person is a soldier serving on the frontier. The "Sancái Fu" says that when the heavenly general meets the Bathing place, all matters will leak secrets.

課體：遙克，彈射，元胎。課義：長生須棄，財引逢鬼，晝貴入宅，夜為破碎。

The four lessons have no mutual overcoming; instead, the day stem remotely overcomes the lesson god, and this is called remote overcoming. The day stem overcoming another is like shooting an object with a pellet, hence called pellet shooting. The three transmissions at亥, 寅, and 巳 show initial movement of qi and form not yet fully developed, hence called original embryo. The meaning of the lesson says: although the metal 申 on the day stem is the place of growth for water and earth, it is ultimately abandoned; because of the desire for wealth obtained through remote shooting, one is drawn continuously into the middle transmission's寅 wood official ghost territory. If the divination is done in the daytime, it indicates a nobleman entering the house, capable of restraining all evil influences; but if done at night, it changes to a broken and destructive evil influence entering the house, leading to endless expenditure.

解曰：申為水土長生，臨於干而可守。卻貪彈射之財，因而引入中傳之鬼鄉，所謂因財致禍也。晝占則為貴人入宅，能伏諸煞。倘用夜將，則為碎破臨家，其耗費殆無窮盡矣，但當坐守。晝申敵鬼，庶可安寧。

Shen is the place of growth for water and earth, and when it is on the day stem, it can naturally be secure. Yet it is tempted by the water wealth coming from Hai, which shoots in like a projectile. Once it takes in this wealth, it is drawn into the official ghost territory of the middle transmission Yin wood. This is exactly what is meant by attracting misfortune through wealth. In daytime divination, the nobleman enters the residence and can subdue all the Inauspicious Sha. But if the heavenly general is used at night, it becomes a situation where broken and Inauspicious Sha forces enter the door, and the expenditure is almost endless. At this time, the only way is to sit still and hold firm, relying on the metal Shen on the day stem to resist the official ghosts, in order to hope for safety.

斷曰：遙克之課，當有遠方財動。但見生不生，反為脫氣。蓋因申金陷空，雖三傳遞生，而末傳既空，到底不能結實。

A divination lesson indicating distant wealth in motion appears to show mutual generation, but in reality, the generation does not occur, resulting in a continuous loss of energy. The metal of the monkey is trapped in Kongwang, and although the three transmissions show successive generation, the final transmission also falls into Kongwang. In the end, no real result is achieved, and the wealth remains illusory.

天時：青龍與水母昇天，奈逢空陷，出旬始雨。家宅：晝貴入宅，家必構訟。仕宦：龍與德祿皆空，不吉。求財：財爻雖現，取必遭患。婚姻：晝占青龍空陷，如年命填實可成。胎產：女胎，母實兒空，占產不吉。疾病：脾胃受病，或氣促傷殘，見救不救，病勢難安。遺失：元武不見，自失於途。出行：水陸兩途，晝占可行。行人：天罡加季，行者立至。兵戰：晝占稍可，夜占甚凶。

Divination on weather: The Azure Dragon and the Water Mother (申金) rise together on the Heaven Plate, but both are in an empty and trapped position. Rain will come only after this旬. Divination on the household: A nobleman entering the house during the day indicates disputes within the family. Divination on official position: The Azure Dragon, the day virtue, and the禄神 all fall into an empty position, which is not auspicious. Divination on seeking wealth: Although the wealth sign appears, taking it will certainly bring trouble. Divination on marriage: The Azure Dragon falls into an empty position during the day. If the person's year pillar fills this empty position, the marriage may still succeed. Divination on pregnancy: The fetus is female; if the mother's side is solid but the fetus's side is empty, childbirth is not auspicious. Divination on illness: The spleen and stomach are affected, or there is shortness of breath and weakness. It seems there is a cure, but ultimately there is none, and the illness is not stable. Divination on lost items: The Black Tortoise does not appear, indicating the item was lost on the way. Divination on travel: Both land and water routes can be taken during the day. Divination on a traveler: The Tiangang is placed at the position of the four seasons, indicating the traveler will arrive immediately. Divination on warfare: A daytime divination is still acceptable, but a nighttime one is very ominous.

畢法云：脫上逢脫防虛詐，龍加生氣吉遲遲。課經云：日干上申金，晝乘青龍，遇九月占，乃是龍加生氣。雖目下未即崢嶸，卻能徐徐發福。玉女通神訣云：順道用傳母前子，失禮還從子傳母，順即為和逆即疑，此是三傳真訣語。天官匯函云：朱雀臨亥是非張，水火相刑夫婦傷。

The "Bifa Fu" says, "When two layers of escape qi overlap, beware of falsehood and fraud; when the Azure Dragon is added to the Life Qi, it is auspicious but comes slowly." When the metal of the day stem is accompanied by the Azure Dragon during the day, if the divination is made in the ninth month, it forms the pattern of the Dragon added to the Life Qi; although immediate success is not yet visible, it will gradually bring good fortune. The "Yunü Tongshen Jue" states that following the order from mother to son is harmonious, while from son to mother is improper; following the order leads to harmony, while reversing leads to suspicion, which is the true method for judging the flow of the three transmissions. The "Tian Gao Hui Han" says that when the Vermilion Bird is present at亥, there will be much gossip and disputes, and when water and fire are in conflict, the husband and wife will suffer harm.

課體：重審，間傳，泆女，向陽。課義：夜貴身邊，兩子害焉，罡塞鬼戶，晝貴登天。

The four lessons are used to determine the initiating transmission by taking the lower to overcome the upper, hence called "re-examination"; the three transmissions are passed on with the positions of Zi, Yin, and Chen separated by one, hence called "intermediate transmission"; Zi is occupied by the Heavenly Empress, and secret matters are revealed, hence called "leaky woman"; Zi, Yin, and Chen have ascending yang energy step by step, hence called "facing the sun". The meaning of the lesson says: the nobleman of the night is the earth horse, located nearby, but is harmed by the two Zi waters on the day branch and the initiating transmission; Chen is the Tiangang, Yin is the ghost gate, Chen placed on Yin is called "Tiangang blocking the ghost gate"; Chou is the nobleman's family, Hai is the heavenly gate, Chou placed on Hai is called "nobleman ascending the heavenly gate".

解曰：未乃夜貴臨身，被支與發用二子相害，所謂害貴訟直遭曲斷也。辰為天罡，寅為鬼戶，辰加寅上，為罡塞鬼戶。丑為貴人，亥為天門，以丑加亥，為貴登天門。神藏煞沒，凡有謀為，無不遂意也。

The branch Wei is the nobleman of the night, now appearing on the self; but it is harmed by the branch Zi on the day and the initiating transmission Zi at the same time. The ancients said, "When the nobleman is harmed, a just case will be wrongly decided." When the nobleman is harmed, even a just case will be judged as unjust. The branch Chen is the Tiangang, and the branch Yin is the gate of ghosts. When Chen is placed above Yin, it is like using the Tiangang to block the gate of ghosts, called "Tiangang blocking the ghost gate." The branch Chou is the native branch of the nobleman, and the branch Hai is the heavenly gate. When Chou is placed above Hai, it is called "the nobleman ascending the heavenly gate." At this point, auspicious deities are hidden and malevolent stars are concealed. All plans and schemes will proceed smoothly and as desired.

斷曰：課名泆女，必有陰私。干支之上神不和，人己各懷猜忌。旺財乘虎發用，而生中傳寅鬼，必因財上生災。晝蛇剋日，難免驚憂。末傳入墓，又屬旬空，向後到底少益。

The divination is called "Wuyu Nu," indicating that there must be some hidden private matters within the family. The heavenly stems and earthly branches are not harmonious, and both the person and the other party are filled with suspicion. The prosperous wealth element is riding on the White Tiger and is used as the initiating transmission, but it then goes on to generate the Middle Transmission's寅 wood official ghost, which will certainly bring disaster in matters of wealth. During the day, the Teng Snake is attacking the day stem, leading to inevitable worries and disturbances. The Final Transmission falls into the墓 (grave) and is also in the旬空 (empty period), meaning that in the future, there will be nothing to gain.

天時：天罡加寅，子水被脫被克，有風無雨。家宅：支干之上神相害，人宅不安之象。仕宦：夜貴臨身，晝貴登天，功名可得。求財：晝占有婦人之財，夜占見凶惡之財。婚姻：上神相害，不吉。胎產：下強上弱，產乃生女。疾病：腎經受傷，心經不足，不能即愈。遺失：家奴作賊，可向東南捕之。出行：夜占陸路甚吉，晝占水路可行。行人：天罡加孟，尚未啟行。兵戰：晝占猶可，夜占不吉。

Divination on weather: The Tiangang is on the position of Yin, the water of Zi is both drained and attacked, there is wind but no rain. Divination on the household: The heavenly stems and earthly branches have mutual harm, both people and the house are not peaceful. Divination on official position: The night noble is on the self, the day noble is on the heavenly gate, official rank can be obtained. Divination on seeking wealth: Day divination indicates wealth from a woman, night divination indicates wealth from an evil source. Divination on marriage: The upper deities have mutual harm, which is not auspicious. Divination on childbirth: The lower is strong and the upper is weak, the child will be a girl. Divination on illness: The kidney meridian is injured, the heart meridian is insufficient, the illness cannot be cured immediately. Divination on lost items: The family servant is stealing, search to the southeast direction. Divination on travel: Night divination indicates traveling by land is auspicious, day divination indicates traveling by water is feasible. Divination on a traveler: The Tiangang is on the four young positions, the person has not yet started moving. Divination on warfare: Day divination is still acceptable, night divination is inauspicious.

畢法云：彼此猜忌害相隨，害貴訟直遭曲斷，罡塞鬼戶任謀為。指掌賦云：子寅辰向三陽，而所望光明。神將論云：子乘天后，臨戌發用，主婦人有淫邪之事。不占婦人，須有私通之事。纂要云：傳子寅辰，先合後嗔，陰私內亂，口舌頻頻。

The "Bifa Fu" says, "Each side suspects the other, causing mutual harm; when the nobleman is harmed, even a just case is wrongly decided; when the Tiangang blocks the ghost gate, one may act freely without restraint." When the heavenly stems and earthly branches are in a harmful relationship, both sides become suspicious of each other; if the nobleman is harmed, even a just case will be ruled unjustly; when the Tiangang blocks the ghost gate, one may act freely without fear. The "Zhipang Fu" says that Zi, Yin, and Chen represent the trend of the three yangs, indicating that the desired outcome will have a bright future. The "Shenjiang Lun" states that if Zi is on top with the Heavenly Empress and the戌 initiates the transmission, it indicates that a woman has immoral affairs; even if it is not about a woman, there must be hidden matters of secret relationships. The "Zuanyao" says that if the three transmissions are Zi, Yin, and Chen, there will first be harmony but then a falling out, leading to internal family discord and constant disputes.

課體：重審，進茹，三奇。課義：羅身網宅，動則遭厄，財在家中，多貪疲役。

The four lessons are used to determine the situation by the lower trigram overcoming the upper one, hence called "Re-examination"; the three transmissions proceed in order through Hai, Zi, and Chou, hence called "Progressive Eating"; and since they also form the pattern of the Three Marvels, it is called "Three Marvels." The meaning of the lesson states: Wu is the heavenly net for Wu's heavenly stem, and Hai is the earthly net for Xu's earthly branch. The net surrounds people, and the net surrounds the house; once there is movement, misfortune is imminent. Wealth originally lies within one's own house, so sufficiency is enough. If one is constantly greedy, it will instead lead to being dragged down by wealth, exhausted and weary.

解曰：午為戊干之羅，亥為戌支之網，凡占值此，乃為網羅兜裹，身宅不得亨快。靜則守旺，動則為刃。亥乃日財，臨支發用，若守其宅上之財，亦足自給。苟肆其貪求之心，則未免財多身弱，不勝其疲役矣。

The branch Wu is the Heavenly Net for the stem Wu, and the branch Hai is the Earthly Net for the branch Xu; whenever such a situation arises in a divination, both the person and the dwelling are enclosed by nets, leading to obstruction and discomfort. If it remains still and quiet, it can still retain prosperity. However, once movement occurs, the Wu branch transforms into Yangren, which harms the person. The branch Hai is the wealth element for the day stem Wu, located on the day branch and used as the initiating transmission. If one is willing to maintain the existing wealth within the home, it is sufficient for self-sufficiency. But if one indulges in greed and excessive pursuit, it inevitably leads to excessive wealth but weak constitution, making one unable to endure the hardships and toil involved.

斷曰：進茹之課，格合三奇，宜無不順。但支干之上神，各居自刑，支干之陰神，又復相害。賓主不投，人己相忌，惟宜謹守。三傳皆財，一切起居飲食，皆宜撙節。恐因財致禍，因食致病。

The divination shows that the course of action coincides with the Three Marvels pattern, which according to principle should bring smooth outcomes in all matters. However, the heavenly stem and earthly branch of the day each suffer from self-punishment, and the hidden heavenly stems also mutually harm each other. The host and guest do not harmonize, leading to mutual suspicion between oneself and others. Therefore, one should be cautious and remain steadfast, avoiding rash actions. All three transmissions are wealth signs, and an excess of wealth can be burdensome. One should be frugal in all aspects of daily life and diet; otherwise, there may be misfortunes caused by money or illnesses resulting from overeating.

天時：青龍昇天，三傳皆水，天罡指陰，時雨滂沛之象。家宅：但宜謹守，災患自無。仕宦：大宜謹飭，亦恐丁艱。求財：家財可守，外財難得。婚姻：干支之上神自刑，不吉。胎產：下強上弱，妊乃成女。疾病：腎經與膀胱受病，或心血不足。遺失：為家奴所竊，向正南捕之。出行：晝占陸路可行，夜占水路可行。行人：天罡加仲，尚在中途。兵戰：只宜謹守，不可妄動。

Divination for weather: The Azure Dragon rises on the Heaven Plate, and all three transmissions belong to water. The Tiangang points to the yin position, indicating a scene of heavy rain falling at the right time. Divination for the household: As long as one is cautious and maintains stability, calamities will naturally not occur. Divination for officialdom: It is extremely advisable to be cautious and self-disciplined, and also to beware of the death of parents leading to mourning and resignation from office. Divination for seeking wealth: The wealth within the household can be retained, but external wealth is difficult to obtain. Divination for marriage: The heavenly stems and earthly branches show self-punishment, which is inauspicious. Divination for pregnancy: The lower is strong and the upper is weak, indicating the fetus is female. Divination for illness: The kidney meridian and bladder are affected, or there is insufficient heart blood. Divination for lost items: It is stolen by a servant in the house, and one should search in the direction of Due South. Divination for travel: During the day, it is advisable to travel by land; at night, it is advisable to travel by water. Divination for a traveler: The Tiangang is added to the four middle positions, indicating the person is still on the way. Divination for warfare: It is only advisable to be cautious and hold firm, and not to act rashly.

畢法云：所謀多拙逢羅網，尊崇傳內遇三奇，賓主不投刑在上。指掌賦云：亥子丑為龍潛，陽光在下，空懷寶以迷邦。又云：傳見妻財利益多。又云：三傳純妻財，而父母克害。心印賦云：子丑相加事必成，更逢吉將轉歡欣。

The "Bifa Fu" says, "If one's plans are clumsy and fall into a net, encountering the Three Marvels within the Three Transmissions indicates a high status; if the heavenly stem and earthly branch are harmed by刑, then the host and guest are not in harmony." Falling into heaven and earth nets means one's plans are clumsy and difficult to achieve; encountering the Three Marvels in the Three Transmissions indicates a high status; if the heavenly stem and earthly branch are harmed by刑, then the host and guest are not in harmony. The "Zhipang Fu" says that Hai, Zi, and Chou represent the image of a dragon lying in concealment, with yang energy still hidden below, empty-handed with a fine jade, causing the country to be lost, and talents unable to be used; it also says that if the Three Transmissions contain wife and wealth, there will be much benefit; it also says that if the Three Transmissions are entirely wife and wealth, the parents' generation will suffer harm. The "Xinyin Fu" says that when Zi and Chou combine, things will certainly succeed; if there is also a good general, it will bring even more joy.

課體：伏吟，自信，杜傳。課義：元臨財上，賊累相向，虎蛇入未，暗中惆悵。

The Heaven and Earth plates are each placed in their proper positions, which is called Hidden Chant. On a yang day, the god above the day stem initiates the transmission and takes charge of the matter; on a yin day, the god above the day branch initiates the transmission and relies on one's own strength. Since Jihai is a yin day, it is called「self-reliance」. The three transmissions are blocked and unsmooth, so it is called杜传. The meaning of the divination says: the Black Tortoise is pressing on the wealth hexagram, with thieves layer upon layer facing me; the White Tiger and Teng Snake have both entered the hexagram position of己 dry branch, which is the hexagram position of未. Although there is no obvious harm, there is a general feeling of melancholy in the background.

解曰：亥乃日財，宅上重重是財，卻重重見武，是累逢盜賊也。未為己身，既帶乙木之暗鬼，又乘蛇虎之凶神。且課傳三刑，雖不見其傷損，而暗中有不惆悵乎。

Heavenly stem Gui is the wealth hexagram for the day stem Ji. The wealth is piled upon the house, layer upon layer. Yet on top of these layers of wealth, there are repeatedly the White Tiger, symbolizing thieves. The hexagram Wu is the palace where Ji resides, representing the self. Within it lies a hidden ghost, the wood stem Yi, and above it are the Teng Snake and White Tiger, two凶stars. Moreover, the Four Lessons and Three Transmissions are involved in the Three Punishments. Although there is no obvious damage, how can one not feel melancholy secretly?

斷曰：自信之課，課傳皆陰，利私謀而不利公干。發用杜傳，事防有阻，改圖可以成就。但中末二傳，晝夜互乘蛇虎。而支上亥財，又被眾土分奪，總宜清心寡孟，守分為安。

This divination shows that all four lessons and three transmissions are of yin spirits, suggesting it is suitable for private schemes rather than public affairs. The initiating transmission coincides with the Du transmission, indicating that the matter should be cautious of obstacles in the middle, and a change of approach is needed to succeed. However, the middle and final transmissions alternate day and night with the Teng Snake and White Tiger, two凶 spirits, and the wealth of亥 water in the day branch is divided and taken by the full earth spirits in the chart. In conclusion, one should maintain a clear mind, reduce desires, and stay within one's proper role to ensure safety.

天時：天地不動，晴占則晴，雨占則雨。家宅：滿屋皆賊，財源不聚，人口亦恐不寧。功名：貴祿不見，不能有成。求財：劫之者眾，夜占防失，若陰人之財，晝占可得。婚姻：將凶，不吉。胎產：陰極則陽生，況胎乘陽神，產必弄璋。疾病：膀胱受傷，或腎經溼症，不妨。出行：蛇虎當道，盜賊滿途。行人：丁馬不見，行者不至。兵戰：彼此皆詐，利主不利客。墳葬：丁龍從右入首則吉，水太旺，穴中恐有水。

Divination for weather: The heavens and earth discs remain still, so if it is predicted to be clear, it will be clear; if it is predicted to rain, it will rain. Divination for the home: The whole house is full of thieves, wealth cannot be retained, and the household may not be peaceful. Divination for official rank: Neither the nobleman nor the official god appears, so there will be no success. Divination for seeking wealth: There are too many people trying to seize it, so at night one should be careful of losing it; if the wealth is in the hands of a woman, then if divined in the daytime, it can be obtained. Divination for marriage: The heavenly generals are all凶, so it is not auspicious. Divination for childbirth: Yin reaches its extreme, so yang naturally arises, and since the fetal god is riding the yang spirit, the child born will certainly be a boy. Divination for illness: The bladder is injured, or there is dampness along the kidney meridian, which is not serious. Divination for travel: The teng snake and white tiger are in command, and the whole journey will be full of thieves. Divination for a person away: The ding spirit and the post-horse do not appear, so the person who has left will not return. Divination for battle: Both sides are using deception, which is advantageous to the main side but not to the guest side. Divination for burial: The dragon comes from the ding direction and enters from the right, which is auspicious; the water energy is too strong, so there may be water in the grave site.

畢法云：虎乘遁鬼殃非淺，任信丁馬須言動。課經云：辰加辰，謂之兩勾夾墓。纂要云：申貴逆行，白虎乘丑，乃貴人嗔怒之象，不可干謁。蓋丑乃天乙本家，不宜見虎也。壬經云：伏吟干支，各居其位。日辰只有兩課，用日則舍陰，用辰則舍陽。天地不備，陰陽獨刑，實為不足之體。

The "Bi Fa Fu" says, "White Tiger riding the hidden ghost brings serious calamity; if a lesson shows the spirit of Ding and the post-horse, it should be regarded as movement." When the White Tiger is combined with the hidden stem, it brings serious misfortune; if a lesson is based on self-reliance and confidence and shows the spirit of Ding and the post-horse, it should be considered as an indication of movement. The "Ke Jing" says that when the hour is placed on the same position as the day, it is called two hooks enclosing the tomb. The "Zuan Yao" says that if the nobleman is in the position of Shen and moves in reverse, and the White Tiger is also on the position of Chou, this is an omen of the nobleman being angry, and one should not attempt to seek an audience. Chou is the original position of the nobleman, and it is most inappropriate to see the White Tiger. The "Ren Jing" says that in a lesson of hidden chant, the heavenly stem and earthly branch each occupy their own position, and the day stem and day branch form only two lessons. If the day stem is used as the initiating transmission, the hidden spirit is abandoned; if the day branch is used as the initiating transmission, the visible spirit is abandoned. The numbers of heaven and earth are incomplete, and yin and yang are each subjected to punishment, making it inherently a defective lesson pattern.

課體：元首，退茹，斬關，勵德。課義：棄祿尤宜，關隔卑微，魁居宅上，百無所依。

The four lessons are all in one place, with the upper overcoming the lower to initiate the transmission, which is the main lesson. The three transmissions progress step by step in a backward manner, hence called retreating and consuming. The heavenly stem and earthly branch mutually restrain each other, and it is advisable to self-discipline, hence it is still called cultivating virtue. The meaning of the lesson says: although the day's official is in a good position, abandoning it and seeking elsewhere is better. A series of obstacles block the way, and the position is also humble. The hour of Xu is the celestial guide, now pressing upon the dwelling, blocking the path, hence it is said to have no support.

解曰：午為日祿，晝乘天空，棄之他求，未為不可。但天魁臨亥發用，謂之魁度天門。事主關隔，晝夜乘陰，卑微之象。亥為本日支神，而魁塞之，關隔尤甚，故曰百無所依也。

The branch Wu is the禄神 of the day Ji. During the day, it is in a superior position with Tian Kong, but it is empty and not substantial. It is acceptable to abandon it and seek another path. However, Tian Gui Xu is added upon Hai and used as the initiating transmission, which is called Gui crossing the heavenly gate. The matter involved will certainly encounter obstacles. Both day and night are accompanied by Tai Yin, indicating a humble status. Hai is the branch god of the current day, and Tian Gui deliberately blocks it, making the obstruction particularly heavy. Therefore, it is said to have no support.

斷曰：退茹之課，干支拱傳，破敗居中，不如退守日祿，尚為有益。真朱雀臨干，土年占之，最利功名科第。

The divination lesson is about retreating rather than advancing. The day stem and day branch are at both ends, with the three transmissions in the middle, and the broken and defeated spirit is exactly in the center. It is better to retreat and protect the day's禄 (favorable position) rather than move forward, which would be more beneficial. The day stem is precisely the native position of the Vermilion Bird, which governs literature and official rank. If this is divined in a year of earth, it is especially advantageous for official positions and academic success.

天時：天上乘空，水母與畢宿相加，夜當陰雨。家宅：破敗居中，未見昌盛。仕宦：官祿臨身吉。求財：關隔臨財，不能入手。婚姻：媒妁難通。胎產：占孕成女，占產艱滯。疾病：脾胃受病，隔食隔氣，雖擔時日，不防。出行：關梁隔阻，陸路可通。行人：魁度天門，必有阻隔。兵戰：只宜謹守，不可襲遠。

Divination for weather: The heavens are governed by Kongwang, with the water mother and Net mansion gods combined, indicating rain will come at night. Divination for the household: The broken god is in the center, suggesting the family will not prosper. Divination for officialdom: The official star and禄神 are on the self, which is auspicious. Divination for wealth: The blocking god is pressing on the wealth, meaning wealth will not reach the hands. Divination for marriage: The matchmaker's words cannot pass through. Divination for pregnancy: It indicates a female fetus, while divination for childbirth suggests difficulty and delay. Divination for illness: The spleen and stomach are affected, with no appetite and blocked qi, though it will take some time, there is no serious harm. Divination for travel: There are many obstructions at checkpoints and bridges, but traveling by land is still possible. Divination for a traveler: The魁 is passing through the heavenly gate, indicating there will be obstructions on the way. Divination for warfare: It is only suitable to be cautious and defensive, not to attack from a distant place.

畢法云：旺祿臨身徒妄作，魁度天門關隔定。古鑑：巳將午時占，曰：時與日干六合，事必主外。命上乘未加常，與發用俱得子爻之休氣，主其子在外酒食過度致病。

The "Bifa Fu" says, "When the prosperous stem is on the body, idle actions are in vain; when the celestial general crosses the heavenly gate, the situation becomes fixed." When the prosperous stem is on the body, unnecessary movements are just a waste of effort; when the celestial general passes over the heavenly gate, the outcome is determined. The "Gujian" records a case: someone cast a divination using the hour of巳 and the time of午. The diviner said that at the time of divination, the day stem formed a Liu He with the hour, indicating that the matter would certainly take place outside. The native's chart showed that the upper multiplier was on 未 and added Tai Chang, and both the upper multiplier and the initiating transmission shared the rest period of the son's hexagram. The son's hexagram represents children, and Tai Chang signifies wine and food. Therefore, the diviner concluded that the person's son had overindulged in eating and drinking outside and became ill.

又丁卯占，曰：命用見合，中傳酉乘元武，因私通人家婢妾致疾。蓋酉為婢妾，元武臨酉為窺戶，本身屬土，被酉耗敗，故必尪羸也。又壬戌占曰：戌為奴，酉為婢，元武窺戶，卦得斬關，乃逃亡之象。主家中奴婢逃亡，得馬姓人，於西方捉獲。緣日上午為馬姓，與日相助克酉，酉在西方，與午相破故也。

Another person born in the year Dingmao came for divination. The diviner said: The person's birth stem coincides with the initiating transmission. The middle transmission is on You metal, with Yuanwu above it. This person got sick due to an affair with a servant girl from another household. You metal represents servant girls, and Yuanwu on You is called Kuihu, meaning peeking through a door. The person's own stem is earth, which is weakened by You metal, so he must be extremely thin and weak. Another person born in the year Renxu came for divination. The diviner said: Xu represents servants, You represents servant girls, Yuanwu is again on Kuihu. The lesson pattern is Zhanguan, which indicates fleeing. This indicates that the servant girls in the household have fled. Later, a man named Ma caught them back in the west. The reason is that the day stem's Wu belongs to Ma, and together with the day stem, it attacks You. You is in the west, and Wu and You are in opposition.

課體：遙克，蒿矢，間傳。課義：六陰俱全，空脫迍邅，破敗丁酉，嗣婢熬煎。

The four lessons have neither superior nor inferior elements in their relationship, but the lesson god remotely controls the day stem, thus determining the use, with weak power like grass being shot by an arrow, hence called remote control and grass arrow; the three transmissions are transmitted through intervening positions, hence called intermediate transmission. The meaning of the lesson says: among the six yin branches in the four lessons and three transmissions, all are present, darkness reaches its peak; the day stem is occupied by an empty position, and the day branch is drained and lost, thus everywhere is trapped and difficult to move; failure of energy and destruction occur together with the same day stem falling on You, either the descendants will ruin the family or the servants will waste resources, a painful situation is unavoidable.

解曰：四課三傳，六陰俱備，昏昧之甚。干上巳火空亡，支上酉金脫氣，所以迍邅也。土敗於酉，又為破碎，遁出旬丁，臨於宅上，非子嗣之破敗，即婢妾之奢靡，煎熬豈能免乎。

Among the four lessons and three transmissions, all six yin branches are present without omission, leading to extreme confusion and darkness. The fire of the day stem falls into kongwang, and the metal of the day branch drains the qi of the earth, causing all affairs to be obstructed and difficult to proceed. The bath and decline of the earth is precisely in you, and you also brings the Inauspicious Sha of broken pieces. Moreover, the spirit of the current ten-day period, ding, is hidden within, all pressing upon the house. Either the descendants will ruin the family fortune, or the concubines will be extravagant and wasteful. How can this suffering be avoided?

斷曰：遙克之課，日財助起初傳之鬼而傷干，有將錢買禍之象。卻喜蒿矢無力，發用坐於空鄉，不足畏也。宜年命上乘土神，有以制水則吉，有以生水則凶。蓋亥水雖為財神，而以末助初，實為禍之根，而罪之首也。

A distant influence divination shows that the day stem's wealth爻 is actually supporting the initial transmission's official ghost, which then harms the day stem. This is a symbolic representation of using money to bring misfortune. Fortunately, the蒿矢 is inherently weak, and the initiating transmission is seated in the empty and lost place, so there is little to fear. At this time, it is best if the person's own destiny or the year's stem is riding on the earth god. Earth can control the亥 water and bring good fortune; if instead it nourishes the亥 water, it will be bad. Because although亥 water is called the wealth god, it is actually helping the initial transmission's ghost through the final transmission. This is truly the root of the misfortune and the main culprit of this trouble.

天時：六陰相繼，必雨。家宅：敗氣臨宅，家漸衰微。仕宦：官星與青龍皆空，不吉。求財：晝占婦女之財可得，夜占不利。婚姻：晝占龍空，夜占后合，皆為不吉。胎產：課傳六陰，男喜也，但母實兒空，四月占尤不吉。疾病：酒色過度，或肺經受傷，難愈。遺失：繼母藏匿，或在飲酒處，否則婢女盜去。出行：水陸俱不吉。行人：已在中途。兵戰：事多更張，伏兵宜防。

Divination for weather: If six yin branches follow continuously, rain is certain. Divination for the household: A decline in energy affects the residence, and the family's fortune gradually wanes. Divination for officialdom: The official star and the Azure Dragon both fall into Kongwang, which is inauspicious. Divination for seeking wealth: If divined during the day, wealth from women's hands can be obtained; if divined at night, it is unfavorable. Divination for marriage: If divined during the day, the Azure Dragon falls into Kongwang; if divined at night, the Heavenly Empress and Liu He are in charge, both situations are inauspicious. Divination for pregnancy: The transmission of the six yin branches reaches the end, with yin reaching its extreme and yang beginning to arise, which is a joyous sign for a male child; however, the mother's side is solid while the fetus's side is in Kongwang, making it especially inauspicious if divined in the fourth month. Divination for illness: The cause is excessive indulgence in wine and women, or injury to the lung meridian, making recovery difficult. Divination for lost items: The item is hidden by the stepmother, or it is in a place where alcohol is consumed, or it was stolen by a servant. Divination for travel: Both water and land routes are unfavorable. Divination for a traveler: The person is already on the way. Divination for warfare: Military situations often change, and one must also be cautious of the enemy's hidden troops.

畢法云：后合占婚豈用媒，六陰相繼盡昏迷。六壬斷訣云：干上乘馬，支上乘丁，飯不得飽，睡不得寧。指掌賦云：卯丑亥為斷澗，義利分明。照膽秘訣云：陰陽間克傳藏課，內外縈心成慮破。中黃經云：馬見巳亥在路歧。

The "Bifa Fu" says, "When Heavenly Empress and Liu He appear together in a divination for marriage, the man and woman will naturally come together without the need for a matchmaker; when six yin branches follow one after another, everything becomes confused and unclear." The "Lun Yin Duanjue" states that if the day stem is occupied by the Post-horse and the day branch is occupied by the Ding spirit, a person cannot rest for a moment, unable to eat enough or sleep peacefully. The "Zhipang Fu" mentions that the combination of卯, 丑, and 亥 is called a broken stream; like a stream that has been interrupted, righteousness and profit are clearly distinguished. The "Zhaochan Mijue" says that when yin and yang are separated and mutually controlling, and the three transmissions are hidden, both internal and external matters are deeply concerned, leading to endless thoughts. The "Zhonghuang Jing" states that when the Post-horse meets巳 and 亥, a person is standing at a crossroads.

課體：元首，斬關，勵德，寡宿。課義：干上墓神，自末而生，孟脫不脫，宜守家庭。

The four lessons are all in one place, with the upper overcoming the lower, which is used to initiate the transmission; this is the main lesson. Within the lesson, the heavenly stem Tiangang takes a direct path, so it carries the cutting gate. The stem and branch mutually control each other, and it is suitable to guard oneself, hence named "cultivating virtue." The stem and branch are adjacent but have no matching partners, hence named "solitary host." The lesson's meaning says: the day stem is covered by the earth's Tomb Spirit (mound spirit) of the earth, causing people to be confused and dull. Fortunately, the three transmissions flow from the final transmission back to the day stem. The metal of the day branch, Sheng, originally intended to release the energy of the day stem, but because the nobleman Tai Chang protects it, the release does not happen. At this time, it is most suitable to close the door and protect one's family business.

解曰：辰乃己土之墓神，覆於日上，主昏迷遲滯。三傳自亥水遞生育干，當有推薦之喜。但巳屬旬空、驛馬，未足取信。支上申金，孟脫干氣。幸晝夜貴常，與干相比相助，不能脫也。申為長生，坐干支上，而乘常貴以生支，占者當閉戶謹守，向後自爾榮昌。

Chen is the storage for Ji earth, and now it is covering over the day stem, indicating a state of confusion and sluggishness. Fortunately, the three transmissions start from Hai water and continuously generate to nourish the day stem, suggesting the possibility of being recommended and introduced by someone, bringing good fortune. However, Si has fallen into the empty period and is also the post-horse, which is unstable and unreliable. The Shen metal on the day branch originally would release and drain the energy of the day stem, but fortunately, both the nobleman and Tai Chang riding on the day and night are of earth, supporting Ji earth, so the draining effect does not occur. Shen is the growth of Ji earth and sits on top of the stem and branch, also riding the nobleman and Tai Chang to return and nourish the day branch. The person in question should currently close the door and be cautious, and in the future, prosperity will naturally come.

斷曰：元首之課，又名斬關，宜順時而動。支上乘生，日上乘墓，亦有宅旺人衰之象。三傳生墓育干，可以重興舊事。兩常夾墓臨干，幸繫旬空，尚不至十分沉悶也。

The lesson known as Yuan Shou is also called Zhan Guan, and it is suitable for moving in accordance with the current situation. The day branch has the long life, and the day stem is supported by the storage, indicating a situation where the dwelling is strong but the person is weak. The three transmissions follow a continuous pattern of mutual generation, with the storage deity also nourishing the day stem, making it possible to revive old businesses. Two Tai Chang deities enclose the storage deity in the middle and are located on the day stem. Fortunately, the storage deity is in the旬空, so it does not become completely obstructed.

天時：墓神覆日，龍已昇天，必有大雨。家宅：宜謹守家業，不宜外騖。仕宦：官文兩空，占官不利。求財：宜得陰私之財。干謁：晝占武職可見，夜占文職可見。

Divination for weather: The tomb god is covering the day stem, and the Azure Dragon has already ascended to the Heaven Plate, indicating a certain heavy rain. Divination for the household: It is advisable to be cautious and protect one's own property, and not to seek outside. Divination for official positions: The official star and the documents both fall into Kongwang, making it unfavorable to seek official positions. Divination for seeking wealth: The wealth one can obtain is that which comes secretly and privately. Divination for visiting officials: If divined during the day, it is advisable to visit military officials; if divined at night, it is advisable to visit civil officials, as the heavenly generals governing day and night differ in their martial and civil aspects.

婚姻：晝占平平，夜占乃吉。胎產：上強下弱，二陰包陽，產必生男。疾病：肺家有疾，或脾土受制，不藥可愈。出行：陸路塞滯，水路甚吉。行人：天罡加季，行者立至。遺失：晝占可尋，夜占為家賊所竊。逃盜：東南朽木之下可捕。兵戰：主勝於客，敵自遠遁。墳墓：當成金局，丑方出水，大旺人丁。

Divination on marriage: If divined during the day, it is ordinary; if during the night, it is auspicious. Divination on pregnancy: If the upper is strong and the lower is weak, with two layers of yin spirits surrounding one layer of yang spirit, the child born will certainly be a boy. Divination on illness: The illness is in the lungs or the spleen earth is restrained, and the illness can recover without taking medicine. Divination on travel: The land route is blocked, but the water route is very auspicious. Divination on a traveler: If the Tiangang is located at the position of the four seasons, the traveler will arrive immediately. Divination on lost items: If divined during the day, the item can be found back; if during the night, it is stolen by a family thief. Divination on fleeing or thieves: Pursue them under rotten wood in the southeast direction to catch them. Divination on warfare: The main side is stronger than the opposing side, and the enemy will flee far away. Divination on graves: The grave site should form a golden pattern, water flows out from the Chou direction, and it will greatly increase the family's descendants.

畢法云：華蓋覆日人昏晦。指掌賦云：三傳生日百事宜，日生三傳財源耗。太乙經云：占與人期會，天罡臨日辰者會。

The "Bifa Fu" says "Huagai covers the sun and people become confused and unclear": Chen and Xu are the Huagai spirits; when they cover the day stem, people become dull and confused. The "Zhipang Fu" says if the three transmissions come back to be born the day stem, all things will be suitable; conversely, if the day stem is born the three transmissions, vital energy is lost outside, and the source of wealth will be depleted. The "Taiyi Jing" says when predicting whether a person will meet someone, if the Tiangang is located on the day stem or day branch, they will definitely meet.

課體：涉害，曲直，度厄，不備，亂首。課義：彼己俱乖，棄害就財，循環而已，倘戀災來。

The four lessons have many instances of mutual control both above and below, and the depth of harm is compared to determine the use, hence it is called "involving harm." The three transmissions form the triple harmony of亥, 卯, and 未, which constitute a wood trinity. Since wood is characterized by flexibility and straightness, it is called "flexible and straight." Because it involves danger and overcoming adversity, it is called "overcoming adversity." Since the four lessons are incomplete, it is called "incomplete." When the upper and lower parts are out of order and the hierarchy is reversed, it is called "disordered beginning." The meaning of the lesson states: both the other party and oneself are in discord; abandoning the harmful卯 wood, one turns to the wealth of亥 water; however, since the lesson pattern is circular, taking the wealth merely brings one back to the same place. If one is greedy and does not let go, misfortune will follow immediately.

解曰：卯克己土，未克亥水，是彼己俱乖也。乃棄卯就亥，財雖可得，不可久戀。蓋課體循環，卯乘夜虎，必來相傷故也。

The卯 wood overcomes my己 earth, and the未 earth further overcomes the亥 water on the other side, so both sides are not smooth, hence both parties are discordant. Therefore, I abandon the卯 wood that overcomes me and turn to the亥 water wealth instead; although the wealth is obtained, it should not be clung to for long. Because the lesson pattern is circular at the beginning and end, the卯 wood is on the upper position of the hour in the night divination, and it will eventually come back to harm me in the morning or evening.

斷曰：課作迴環，占事不散，吉事固成，凶事亦就。凡百云為，皆有遲疑阻滯。惟年命上得一金神，可以制凶。

The lesson pattern starts and ends in a circular manner, indicating that the matter being divined will not dissipate. Good events may still be accomplished, but bad events cannot be avoided. Any action taken will carry a sense of hesitation and obstruction. Only when the native's own destiny or the current year's position is supported by a metal deity can the metal deity control the wooden ghost, thus suppressing this ominous energy.

天時：水被卯脫，風烈而雨微。家宅：田土興災，欺之者眾。仕宦：官鬼成局，過於旺相，須年命上有火神方吉。求財：木局洩財，自不能聚。婚姻：后合甚多，占婚不吉。胎產：陰極陽生，當是男喜，產亦必速。但防墮胎。行人：天罡加孟，行者未來。遺失：非干賊竊，失於途中。兵戰：賓主皆傷，彼此不利。

Divination on weather: The water energy of the亥 branch is drained by the卯 wood, indicating strong winds but little rain. Divination on the household: There will be disasters concerning farmland and produce, and many people will come to oppress. Divination on official career: Officials and ghosts form a situation, with excessive strength, so it is only favorable if there is a fire deity to transform the ghostly energy in the person's birth year. Divination on seeking wealth: The wood element drains all water wealth, so wealth cannot be retained. Divination on marriage: The Heavenly Empress and Liu He appear too much, indicating private and improper relationships between men and women, which is unfavorable for marriage. Divination on pregnancy: When yin reaches its extreme, yang energy naturally arises, indicating the birth of a son and a quick delivery; however, one should be cautious of miscarriage. Divination on travelers: The Tiangang is placed in the four beginning positions, meaning that those who have left home have not yet returned. Divination on lost items: It is not stolen by thieves, but lost along the way by oneself. Divination on warfare: Both sides suffer damage, and neither gains advantage.

畢法云：干支全傷防兩損，虎臨於鬼凶速速，虎乘遁鬼殃非淺。指南：壬午十月卯將未時，為子占功名，曰：干神歸支，傳將逆行，應回東省求名。三傳純鬼，魯都虎鬼克支，賊符將星克干，主貴地不日兵動，且有攻城破邑之事。眷屬宜遷他處，目今且防失盜。

The "Bifa Fu" says, "If both the heavenly stem and earthly branch are injured, the person and their dwelling will both suffer; if the White Tiger is present with the official ghost, misfortune will come quickly; if the White Tiger multiplies the ghost produced by the hidden stem, the calamity will be severe." When both the stem and branch are injured, both the person and their home will be ruined; if the White Tiger is with the official ghost, misfortune will arrive very soon; if the White Tiger combines with the ghost generated by the hidden stem, the disaster will be even worse. The "Liu Yin Zhuan Nan" records a case: in the year Renwu, during the tenth month, using the卯 (Mao) general at the hour of Wei, a divination was made for the son's official rank. The diviner said that the day stem's spirit entered the day branch, and the three transmissions and heavenly generals all moved in reverse, indicating that the son should go back to his native province to seek official rank; the three transmissions were all official ghosts, and the area of Lu was under the influence of the White Tiger and ghost, which attacked the day branch; the thief symbol and general star also attacked the day stem, indicating that there will be military action in that area soon, and there will be attacks on cities and towns; the family should move to another place, and they should be cautious of theft at present.

曰：老母九十大壽，慶後始遷可乎？曰：尊堂壽止八十有九，因乙發用，與地盤巳字合斷也。後其人被盜復來，曰：元武乘脫氣，居丑命之上，所盜者乃郎君之物。然課傳回環，賊必再至，後悉如所占。要覽云：亥乘天后，抱卯子而合於未，婦人有私情也。

A person asked: My mother is about to celebrate her ninetieth birthday, can we wait until the celebration is over before moving? The diviner said: The old lady's lifespan is only up to eighty-nine years — because the initiating transmission god has retreated from the yi wood, and combines with the earth plate's si character, from which this conclusion is drawn. Later, the person was indeed robbed, and came again for a divination. The diviner said: The black tortoise is riding on the leaking god, falling on his chou year's birth sign; what was lost was the property of the son. However, the course of transmission starts and ends in a circle, so the thief will certainly come again. Later, everything turned out exactly as predicted. The "Yao Lian" says that when the heavenly ruler is on the hai position, it embraces the卯 and 子 and combines with the 未, indicating that the woman has another private relationship.

課體：重審，六儀，四絕。課義：六關和順，祿神已盡，嗣及長生，占之有吝。

The four lessons are calculated by taking the lower to overcome the upper, hence called "Rechecking"; when the lesson combines with the six instruments, "instrument" means goodness, hence called "Six Instruments"; when both heavenly stem and earthly branch are in the state of absolute decline, it is called "Four Absolute Declines". The meaning of the lesson says: Yin and Hai are in mutual partnership, Wu and Wei are in mutual partnership, the Liu He are connected, and the coming and going is harmonious; but the daily fortune, Wu fire, is placed on Hai and falls into the state of absolute decline, thus the fortune has exhausted; Shen is both the son and the growth of Ji earth, but is overcome by Wu fire and buried by Chou earth, so this divination ultimately brings regret and regret.

解曰：寅與亥合，午與未合，六合交關，非不和順。但午加於亥，祿入絕鄉，且晝乘天空，下受亥克，則祿已竭盡無餘矣。申為己土之長生，又為己土之子孫，午克丑墓，悔吝必矣。

Yin and Hai are in a harmonious relationship, as are Wu and Wei. They are connected in pairs, and their interaction is naturally harmonious. However, when Wu is placed on top of Hai, the禄神 falls into a place of decline. If this is divined during the day and it is accompanied by Tian Kong, it is empty and not substantial. Furthermore, it is attacked by Hai water below, so the禄 is completely consumed. Shen is both the long life and the son trigram of Ji earth. Now it is attacked from above by Wu fire and buried below by Chou earth, so regret and reluctance are inevitable.

斷曰：六儀之課，凡占可以化凶為吉。日德臨身，己土受克，美中不足。日祿臨支，不能自尊自大。又名四絕，止宜了結舊事，不利圖新。寅雖官鬼，賴坐於未土之墓，不能傷干。巳乘虎入墓，父母之墳墓有災。

The Six Instruments can turn misfortune into good fortune in any divination. The day stem's virtue is beneficial when it is on the self, but the self is also being restrained by the earth, so the result is not entirely satisfactory. The day's fortune is located in the day branch rather than the day stem, so the self cannot elevate its status. This lesson is also called the Four Extremes, suitable only for concluding past matters, and not favorable for new endeavors. Although寅 is an official ghost, it is fortunate that it is seated on the grave of the earth, so it cannot move and thus does not harm the day stem. The fire of巳, riding the White Tiger and entering its grave, indicates disaster at the parents' graves.

天時：水運乎上，青龍昇天，天罡指陰，有雨之象。仕宦：官星臨身，日祿臨支，功名最利。家宅：祿神臨宅，家自富饒。求財：家中自有，不必外求。婚姻：德祿居於干支之上，門戶相當。干謁：非為貴人所傷，即為貴人所脫。胎產：下強上弱，二陽包陰，妊乃成女。疾病：脾家有病，或心火受傷，春占可畏。遺失：非賊所竊，不過遺失途中。求謀：凡事皆吉。出行：陸路甚坦，水路亦佳。行人：尚在中途。兵戰：宜防虛詐。

Divination on weather: Water vapour moves above, the Azure Dragon rises to the Heaven Plate, and the Tiangang points to the Yin position, indicating rain. Divination on official career: The official star is present at the self, and the day's fortune is at the day branch, which is most beneficial for fame and status. Divination on the household: The fortune god is present at the residence, indicating natural wealth at home. Divination on seeking wealth: There is already wealth at home, no need to seek outside. Divination on marriage: The day's virtue and the day's fortune are separate in the heavenly and earthly branches, indicating equal family status. Divination on seeking favor: Either harmed by the nobleman or consumed by the nobleman, nothing good will be gained. Divination on pregnancy: The lower is strong and the upper is weak, two Yang deities surrounding one Yin deity, indicating a female fetus. Divination on illness: The illness is in the spleen or the heart fire is injured, and it is dangerous in spring. Divination on lost items: Not stolen by thieves, but left on the way. Divination on seeking plans: All matters are auspicious. Divination on travel: The land route is smooth, and the water route is also good. Divination on a traveler: The person is still on the way. Divination on warfare: Be cautious of the opponent pretending and misleading.

畢法云：權攝不正祿臨支。指南：乙酉正月子將巳時占病曰：脾土受病，目今無慮。蓋木為官鬼，克脾土故也。止宜平胃清心，切勿健脾理肺。祿臨絕地，馬入墓鄉，又卯臨申位，是木被金雕，病人非宜。且年帶死敗剋日，恐至七月有不測之憂耳，果驗。

The "Bifa Fu" says, "The authority is not properly held, and the official post is located in the branch but not in the stem." When the official post falls in the day branch but not in the day stem, the person is in a position of temporary authority, and the position is not properly held. The "Lunin Zhi Nan" records a case: in the year Yiyou, during the first lunar month, the diviner used the Zi general and started the calculation at the巳 hour to divinate a sickness. The diviner said the illness was in the spleen earth. At present, the eyes are not in danger. Wood is the official ghost, which directly restrains the spleen earth. The medicine should be to level the stomach and clear the heart, and one should not go further to strengthen the spleen and regulate the lungs. However, the official post is in the place of extinction, the post-horse is in the place of burial, and the卯 wood is located at the申 position, where the wood is cut by metal. This is not a good omen for the patient. Moreover, the year's stem brings death qi and decay qi to attack the day stem. It is feared that there will be unexpected troubles in July. Later, it indeed came true.

課體：反吟，元胎，寡宿。課義：來去皆空，長上須凶，妻妾婢媵、常鬧家中。

The heavenly plate deities are all located in the opposite positions of the earthly plate, hence called reverse chant;巳 and亥 are in opposition and the vital energy is just beginning to move, hence called original embryo; the heavenly stem and earthly branch are isolated without a match, hence called guasu. The meaning of the divination says: both the coming and the going are in kongwang;巳 is the parent爻 of己 earth, which is empty and restricted, indicating that the elders may face misfortune;亥 is the wife's wealth and interacts with巳 in opposition, hence the wife, concubine, and servant in the household often quarrel incessantly.

解曰：巳為己之父母，旬空受制，必主長上有災。亥為己土之妻財，晝乘螣蛇，與巳往來沖擊。而巳又為雙女，既沖復陷，則家中妻妾，豈得安和哉。

The fire of Si is generating the earth of Ji, which is the parent爻 of Ji day. Now that it is in the旬空 and being restrained, the elders are certainly facing misfortune. The water of Hai is restrained by the earth of Ji, which is the wife and wealth爻 of Ji day. In the daytime divination, it is on top of the Teng Snake, and interacts with the fire of Si to form a conflict. The Si also represents two female figures in the star sequence, indicating a family with two female members. Since it is being attacked and also in the Kongwang, where can the wife, concubine, or servant find peace and harmony?

斷曰：無依之卦，來去俱空，旺財臨絕，黷貨非宜。斗鬼相加，占試最吉。孤辰寡宿，尤防骨肉別離。惟九流僧道，不為凶也。巳乘虎加亥，主小兒有咽喉之患。

A divination chart without support results in both ends being empty, and the prosperous wealth is located on an exhausted position, making it inappropriate to pursue wealth at this time. The Dipper mansion god combined with the official ghost is most auspicious for exams. The appearance of Guchen and Guasu together particularly warns of separation from family. However, it is not ominous for those skilled in the nine streams of divination and monks or Taoist priests. The fire in the巳 position riding the White Tiger and resting on the亥 position indicates a child may suffer from throat ailments.

天時：巳亥相加，天地相通，晝占則風，夜占則雨。家宅：宅內皆空，多虛少實之象。仕宦：官祿不見，求之甚難。求財：財爻空動，恐無實濟。婚姻：男實女空，不吉。胎產：課傳無陽，妊乃成女，三傳皆空，恐是鬼胎。疾病：肺經之病，或心虛齒痛，不久自愈。出行：陸路可行，水路不吉。行人：天罡加季，行者立至。遺失：元武乘空，無從捕獲。兵戰：虛張聲勢，主虛客實。

Divination for weather: When the branches Si and Hai are combined, the energies of heaven and earth connect above and below. If divined during the day, it indicates wind; if at night, it indicates rain. Divination for the household: The house is empty and lacks substance, with more emptiness than reality. Divination for official positions: The official star and the禄神 (favorable deity for official rank) do not appear, making it difficult to attain official status. Divination for seeking wealth: The wealth element is active but falls under Kongwang, suggesting no real gain. Divination for marriage: The male element is solid while the female element falls under Kongwang, which is unfavorable. Divination for pregnancy: The course of the divination has no yang energy, indicating a female fetus; if all three transmissions fall under Kongwang, it may be a false pregnancy. Divination for illness: Illness relates to the lung meridian, or heart palpitations and toothache, which will soon recover. Divination for travel: Land travel is favorable, but water travel is unfavorable. Divination for a traveler: Tiangang (the commanding star) is positioned at the four seasons, indicating the traveler will arrive immediately. Divination for lost items: Yuanwu (Black Tortoise) is under Kongwang, making it impossible to find. Divination for warfare: It is merely a show of strength, with the defending side being weak and the attacking side strong.

畢法云：來去俱空豈動移，空空如也事休追。照膽秘訣云：天傾西北日月隨，地陷東南江海歸，巳亥中間常缺欠，重求輕得報君知。中黃經云：馬見巳亥在路歧。課經云：巳日反吟，三月占，乃生氣剋日，是幸中不幸。正月占，乃死氣生日，是不幸中之幸。神將匯函云：巳乘虎加亥，木器櫃上有銷壞，換之則吉。

The "Bifa Fu" says, "If both coming and going are empty, there is no movement or change; if everything is empty, there is no need to pursue further." The "Zhaodan Miaoji" states that heaven tilts toward the northwest, and the sun and moon follow accordingly, while the earth sinks toward the southeast, and rivers and seas flow toward it. The positions of巳 and亥 are exactly at the openings of heaven and earth. Therefore, when seeking something heavy here, one gets something light, and when exerting much effort, the result is little. The "Zhonghuang Jing" says that when the Post-horse (Post-horse) meets巳 and亥, a person is standing at a crossroads. The "Ke Jing" mentions that on a巳 day, a reverse chant lesson in the third month indicates that the Life Qi (Life Qi) returns to attack the day, which is an unfortunate good fortune; in the first month, the Death Qi (Death Qi) returns to support the day, which is a fortunate good fortune amidst misfortune. The "Shenjiang Huihan" states that when巳 is ridden by the White Tiger (White Tiger) and placed on亥, it indicates damage to wooden cabinets in the home. Replacing them brings good fortune.

課體：知一，鑄印，斬關，勵德。課義：墓覆家庭，元虎為鄰，貴財繫子，晝卜臨身。

The four lessons have two instances of similar elements in mutual control, but only the one that harmonizes with the day stem is used, hence called "knowing one." The three transmissions are巳, 戌, 卯. 巳 represents a furnace, 戌 represents a mold, like melting metal and casting a seal, hence called "casting a seal." The heavenly stem Tiangang is taking a direct path, hence it carries the characteristic of cutting through the gate. The heavenly stem and earthly branch mutually control each other, and it is advisable to be self-restrained, hence called "cultivating virtue." The meaning of the lesson says: the day stem's墓神 (mound spirit) 辰 is covering over the family; the Yuanwu and Baihu are adjacent on both sides; the zi water on the day stem is both the nobleman's wealth and the son's line of the self earth, and during the day it is directly above the self, guarding the most stable position.

解曰：辰為日墓，臨干支上，是墓覆家庭，不無昏滯。初巳末卯，雖云引從支辰，但晝夜俱乘元虎，與我為鄰，動必生禍矣。干上子水，晝占為貴人之財，臨於干上，守之最善。

Chen is the storage for Ji day stem, now resting on top of the heavenly stem and earthly branch, equivalent to the tomb deity covering the entire family, leading to inevitable confusion and blockage in human affairs. The first transmission is Si and the final transmission is Mao, coming before and after to guide the day branch Chen, seemingly protecting it; however, both transmissions are occupied by Yuan Wu and Bai Hu throughout day and night, fierce generals closely surrounding me, ready to cause trouble at the slightest movement. The Zi water on the day stem represents wealth brought by a nobleman, and it is directly resting on the day stem, so guarding this wealth is the best strategy.

斷曰：鑄印之課，巳空謂之損模。雖末助初生，但初中空陷，凡百謀為，俱費心力。墓雖覆支，喜中傳戌沖作救，惜坐空無力耳。前後引從地支，只宜遷修家宅。

The divination indicates that casting an impression requires a complete model, but now the巳 is in Kongwang, meaning the mold is broken. Although the final transmission supports the initial one, both the initial and middle transmissions are trapped in Kongwang, so any plans will require extra effort. Although the tomb deity covers the day branch, fortunately the middle transmission's戌 earth can break the辰 tomb, offering some relief. However, since it is also in Kongwang, it cannot exert its power effectively. The three transmissions follow the earthly branches, so at present, moving or repairing the house is most suitable.

天時：水運乎上，午未日有雨。家宅：支上元白，乘墓克支，虛失虛憂之事。求財：宜得貴人之財。功名：晝占必遇。婚姻：占男晝吉，占女皆凶。胎產：二陰包陽，妊必成男。疾病：晝占則肺患，夜占則脾疾，或因酒食傷胃，不久自愈。出行：晝占陸路甚吉，夜占平平。行人：尚未起身。兵戰：主虛客實。

Divination for weather: Water vapour moves above, and rain will occur on the days of Wu and Wei. Divination for the household: The day branch is occupied by the Black Tortoise and the White Tiger, which are riding on the Tomb Spirit (grave deity) to attack the day branch, indicating many instances of worry and loss in the family. Divination for seeking wealth: The wealth obtained will be from a nobleman. Divination for official rank: If divined during the day, success is certain. Divination for marriage: Divining for the male is auspicious during the day, but divining for the female is inauspicious both day and night. Divination for pregnancy: Two Yin deities are surrounding one Yang deity, indicating the fetus is male. Divination for illness: Divining during the day indicates lung disease, while divining at night indicates spleen disease, or injury from alcohol and food affecting the stomach, which will soon recover. Divination for travel: Divining during the day indicates auspicious travel by land, while divining at night is average. Divination for a missing person: The person has not yet departed. Divination for warfare: The defending side is weak, while the attacking side is strong.

畢法云：前後引從升遷吉，傳墓入墓分憎愛。占驗：寅將酉時占開肆，曰：日為財，支為庫。今干上有貴財，支上見真庫。干上財神，又歸宅庫，大有益利。但巳為店，上乘元武，恐修葺多費。中傳又為店庫，財庫重重，嫌末傳卯木克財。九年之後，須被人爭奪，緣巳四戌五故也。又一人占賃屋開肆何如，曰：此屋頹損，大費修葺，賃後不五六年，而店中之貲財累萬，後至第九年，因取贖致釁，經官陳論，當被奪取也，果驗。

The "Bifa Fu" says, "If the three transmissions are in sequence and follow each other, it indicates promotion and good fortune; if the墓神 (mound spirits) are layered, one must distinguish whether the things received are lovable or hateful." In the "Zhanyan" there is an example: someone used the寅 (Yin) general and酉 (You) hour to cast a divination for opening a shop. The diviner said, the day stem is wealth, and the day branch is the storehouse; now the wealth is supported by the nobleman, and the day branch shows the actual storehouse, with the wealth god entering the storehouse, which is very beneficial. However,巳 (Si) represents the shop, and it is occupied by the Black Tortoise, which suggests renovation may cost money; the middle transmission is also the storehouse, so wealth and storehouse overlap, but the final transmission is卯 (Mao) wood, which will harm wealth. Nine years later, the shop will be contested, because巳 (Si) is the number four and戌 (Xu) is the number five, and together they make nine. Another person asked about renting a house to open a shop. The diviner said, the house is in poor condition, and renovation will cost a lot; within less than five or six years, the wealth in the shop will accumulate to ten thousand; by the ninth year, due to a dispute over buying the house, they will quarrel and go to court, and the shop will be taken away. Later, it indeed came true.

課體：涉害，曲直，不備，贅婿。課義：財就身宮，戀則為凶，只宜早棄，免被賊通。

The four lessons have many instances of mutual control both above and below, and the severity of the harm is compared to determine the useful elements, hence it is called "involving harm." The three transmissions form the triple harmony of Hai, Mao, and Wei, which constitute a wood trinity, and since wood is associated with bending and straightening, it is called "bending and straightening." The four lessons are not complete, hence it is called "incomplete." The spirit of the day branch moves to the day stem, like a son moving to the wife's house, hence it is called "stepson-in-law." The meaning of the divination says: the wealth hexagram of the day branch comes to one's own palace, which seems advantageous, but if one is attached and does not let go, it will turn into misfortune; it is better to let go early to avoid conspiring with thieves.

解曰：支財臨干，財臨身也。取之本無不可，但亥之上神為卯，乃是日干之鬼。若不急棄，則支上之卯，會成木局傷身，禍不免矣。況卯為太沖，上乘元武，皆賊象也。亥卯未一經作合，是與賊通，所得之財，豈能享乎。

The wealth hexagram on the day branch is sitting directly on the day stem, meaning wealth has come close to oneself, and taking it is not a problem. However, the heavenly stem on Hai water is Mao wood, which is the official ghost of Ji earth. If one does not let go quickly, the Mao on the day branch will combine with Hai and Wei to form a wood triad, causing a back injury to oneself, leading to inevitable misfortune. Moreover, Mao is the Taichong hexagram, and there is also the Black Tortoise above it, both of which are images of thieves. Once Hai, Mao, and Wei form a triple harmony, it is as if oneself is colluding with thieves, and such wealth cannot be enjoyed.

斷曰：贅婿之卦，又四課不備，支上乘脫，必無正屋可居，亦俯首於人之象。課傳回環，吉凶俱成，最不利於解散憂疑之事。木局傳鬼乘財，只可攜財告貴，納粟奏名。

The divination for a stepson-in-law's lesson combined with incomplete four lessons, and with a day branch that is occupied by a spirit that drains and disperses, indicates that there is no proper wife to live with, symbolizing a situation of being forced to live under others' roof. The transmission of the lesson forms a circular pattern, allowing both good and bad things to be accomplished, but it is especially unfavorable for resolving doubts or ending entanglements. Since the three transmissions form a wood pattern, transmit official ghosts, and are occupied by wealth signs, one can only take money to seek the help of a nobleman or donate grain to gain an official status.

天時：青龍發用，但水被日克，三傳木局，雨少風多。家宅：滿盤官局，而身受制，卻宜胥役。仕宦：官星甚旺，再得文書，方為全美。求財：禁止貪心，庶可遠害。婚姻：神吉將凶，成而不美。胎產：課傳純陰，又曰不備，產必弄瓦。疾病：夜虎乘卯，脾胃受傷，課傳皆鬼，病篤難瘥。出行：陸路稍可，水路不吉。行人：天罡加仲，尚在中途。遺失：元武脫宅，盜失難免，賊眾太旺，難於捕獲。兵戰：迭為賓主，名有所傷。

Divination for weather: The Azure Dragon is used to initiate the transmission, but the亥 water is overcome by the day stem, and the three transmissions form a wood pattern, indicating little rain and much wind. Divination for the household: The entire chart is filled with official ghost patterns, and the self is restrained, which actually suits working as a clerk in the government office. Divination for official career: The official star is extremely strong, but it still needs the god of documents to match, to achieve perfection. Divination for seeking wealth: As long as greed is controlled, one can avoid misfortune. Divination for marriage: Although the earth god is auspicious, the riding heavenly general is凶, leading to an unsatisfactory marriage. Divination for childbirth: The chart and transmissions are purely阴 spirits, and the names are incomplete, indicating the child will be a girl. Divination for illness: At night, the White Tiger rides the卯 wood, causing damage to the spleen and stomach; the chart and transmissions are all official ghosts, indicating a severe and difficult-to-cure illness. Divination for travel: Land travel is acceptable, but water travel is inauspicious. Divination for a missing person: The Black Tortoise leaks the household energy, making theft inevitable; the thieves' power is too strong, making capture difficult. Divination for warfare: Both sides take turns as host and guest, with each side suffering losses.

畢法云：初遭夾克不由己(晝占)。指南：癸未正月亥將未時，有客來占，曰：龍神發用，課傳結成官局，來意必占今歲功名，六月即有欽召之應。蓋木遇春旺，夏則密茂，將來事業遠大。緣歲建皇恩發用，中傳天詔，故六月定有佳音也。果於是月奉詔進京，授京營提督，復升戎政。

The "Bifa Fu" says, "At the beginning, being caught between the Jia and Ke does not allow for self-determination." In daytime divination, if the first transmission is trapped between the previous and next transmissions and is thus weakened, the matter will not be under one's control. The "Liu Ren Zhi Nan" records a case: In the Guiwei year, during the first lunar month, using the亥 general and starting the lesson at the Wei hour, a guest came to seek divination. The diviner said that the Azure Dragon deity was used as the initiating transmission, and the lesson transmissions formed an official star pattern. The guest's intention was certainly to inquire about his official status for this year, and by June there would be a verification of an imperial decree summoning him. Wood is strong in spring and becomes even more vigorous in summer, indicating a great future career. Therefore, this conclusion was drawn because the initiating deity was in the position of the current year's sovereign grace, and the middle transmission was the heavenly decree deity. By June, there would certainly be good news. Later, the person indeed received an imperial decree in that month to go to the capital and was appointed as the commander of the capital garrison, and later was promoted to a military affairs position.

課體：遙克，蒿矢，元胎，勵德，斬關。課義：巳類為弓，申象箭容，遺弓落箭，所為無功。解曰：巳形如弓，乃值旬空。申形似箭，乃為陷空蒿矢，而弓箭皆空，將何以建功立業乎，故曰所為無功。

The "Lesson Pattern" of this case includes five types: remote overcoming,蒿矢, original embryo, cultivating virtue, and cutting through the gate. The "Lesson Meaning" is a four-character rhyming summary that encapsulates the overall fortune and misfortune of the case. It states: the character "Si" resembles a bent bow, and the character "Shen" resembles a sharp arrow. Now the bow has been lost and the arrow has fallen to the ground, so endeavors will find it difficult to achieve success. The original text explains: the character "Si" resembles a bow, but it falls in the position of the empty旬, while the character "Shen" resembles an arrow, yet it is in an empty and trapped position, forming the "Hao Shi" pattern in remote overcoming - the upper god remotely overcomes the day stem, like an arrow made from reed stalks, which is weak and ineffective. Both the bow and the arrow have become empty; with what can one achieve accomplishments? Therefore, the endeavor will have no success.

斷曰：勵德之課，君子所宜。寅為官星，臨干支上，既得亥水之助，又遁壬水之生。若春冬占之，官爻得氣，旺相極矣。夫官為扶身之本，財為養命之源，寅爻得地，而財官雙美。課雖蒿矢，其為功也甚大，豈以弓箭之空，遂棄之勿道哉。又干上戌刑未，支上寅合亥，在外者極其經營，居家者極其安樂，亦有自己煎熬，他人逸樂之象。

The interpretation states: This lesson symbolizes self-cultivation and self-discipline, which is most in line with the way of the gentleman. The寅 wood is the official star of the己 earth day stem, and it is directly above the day stem and day branch. Below it is亥 water supporting and nurturing it, and the ten-thousand-year dry branch is also壬 water coming to generate it, thus the foundation is solid. If the lesson is cast in spring or winter, the official element is in its season and receives strong energy, reaching the peak of prosperity and strength. The official star is the fundamental support for oneself, while the wealth element is the source for sustaining life. Since the寅 wood is already in its proper position, this forms a favorable pattern of both wealth and official positions. Although this lesson is named "empty arrow," its achievement is great, how can it be dismissed simply because the arrow misses its target? Furthermore, the戌 earth on the day stem is in conflict with the未 earth, and the寅 wood on the day branch combines with the亥 water. This indicates that those who are away from home work hard and endure hardship, while those at home enjoy comfort and ease, which is the image of one's own suffering and others benefiting.

天時：天罡指陰，朱雀被墓，陰濃雨少。家宅：官爻臨宅，事起家庭。仕宦：官星得氣，夜占甚佳。求財：財爻雖見，但取之甚危。婚姻：支干上下相合，事在必成，但恐婢妾居於妻位。胎產：二陽包陰，妊乃成女。疾病：肝家有病，金日可愈。出行：馬載白虎，迅速之極。行人：天罡加季，行者立至。兵戰：主勝於客，須防偷劫。

On weather: "Tiangang" (another name for the Earthly Branch Chen) refers to the yin position, and "Zhuque" (one of the Twelve Heavenly Generals, governing speech and documents, with a nature of fire and corresponding to dry and clear weather) is restrained by the tomb god, so heavy clouds prevail and the rain is not abundant. On the household: the official element is directly over the house element, so domestic affairs often originate from within. On officialdom: the official star is in command and has good energy, making the night divination especially auspicious. On seeking wealth: although the wealth element is visible, attempting to obtain it is extremely dangerous. On marriage: the day stem and day branch are in mutual harmony, so the marriage will surely be concluded, but the person entering the household is likely a servant rather than the main wife. On childbirth: two yang elements envelop one yin element, indicating a female fetus. On illness: the illness is in the liver meridian, and when the metal day and metal energy overcome the liver wood, the illness will recover. On travel: the post-horse carries "Baihu" (a Heavenly General governing roads and injuries), making the journey unusually swift. On a traveler: Tiangang is placed on the positions of Chen, Xu, Chou, and Wei, so the person who has left home will arrive soon. On warfare: the main side will overcome the opposing side, but one must be cautious of the enemy stealing the camp and raiding the encampment.

畢法云：夫婦蕪淫各有私，賓主不投刑在上。課經云：寅木克干，賴末傳申金沖剋，為己土之長生，應苦去甘來之喻。玉成歌云：德神動處吉相隨，受克遭刑反見危。心印賦云：蒿矢遙神剋日干，救神制鬼卻為歡。

The "Bifa Fu" says: When husband and wife each harbor private intentions, this is the true nature of a lesson of licentiousness; when host and guest cannot agree, the root cause lies in the mutual conflict between the two heavenly stems. The "Ke Jing" says: The wood of寅 originally harms the earth stem day stem, but it is entirely reliant on the final transmission of申 metal to clash and control it, and since申 is the place of growth for the earth stem, it exactly matches the metaphor of hardship followed by sweetness. The "Yucheng Ge" says: Where the virtuous deity is activated, good fortune follows; but once it is both harmed and punished, it instead leads to crisis. The "Xinyin Fu" says: The lesson of the distant arrow is when a distant deity harms the day stem, but as long as a saving deity controls the ghost爻, misfortune turns into joy.

課體：涉害，間傳，見機，出產。課義：破敗臨身，況又乘丁，五陰柔日，凡占杳冥。解曰：酉乃土之敗氣，又為支之破碎。上乘遁丁，其破敗耗費，必有不免者矣。課傳皆陰，而干上晝合夜後，總為魘翳之神。消沮閉藏，有不可告人者矣。

This lesson pattern is characterized by involvement, intermediate transmission, opportunity, and production. The lesson meaning states: the god of ruin is present at the self, and it is supported by the hidden stem of Ding fire. Combined with a single yin branch and the soft day Jihai, anything that is divined becomes obscure and unclear. The explanation says: the metal of You is the declining phase of earth, and it is precisely at the position of fragmentation of the day branch. On top of that, the stem of the ten-day cycle, Ding, is riding upon it, so loss of wealth and destruction of career, with endless depletion, is unavoidable. Both the four lessons (the four pairs formed by the day stem and day branch with their upper gods and yin gods) and the three transmissions (the three stages of derivation, middle transmission, and final transmission) are all yin branches. The day stem is covered by the Liu He during the day and by the Heavenly Empress at night, which are gods that obscure and conceal. Matters are stagnant and blocked, hiding secrets that cannot be spoken to others.

斷曰：出戶之卦，雖自暗出明，而末傳空亡。未能出幽離隱。惟天罡塞於鬼戶，凡百陰謀，翻能遂意。丑土比肩，克宅發用，家中必有暗損。中傳官鬼閉口，尚喜酉制，不至猖獗，必其家有敗子，能轉移禍福也。

The interpretation says: The textbook of going out should shift from darkness to light, but unfortunately the final transmission falls into Kongwang, so one will ultimately not be able to leave the hidden place. Fortunately, Tiangang blocks the ghost gate, so any secret plans can be fulfilled as desired. The Chou earth is a fellow stem that matches the day stem, which both harms the house爻 and serves as the initiating transmission, indicating there must be some unspoken losses within the family. The official ghost in the middle transmission is in a closed position, but fortunately there is You metal to restrain it, preventing it from causing harm. This is likely to indicate there is a wasteful son in the family, yet he can turn misfortune into good fortune.

天時：課傳皆陰，畢宿臨干，當有雨。家宅：晝占則妻妾擾宅，夜占則同類為凶，皆有耗費。仕宦：貴祿不見，破敗加干，不吉。求財：己財不守，不必外求。婚姻：后合占婚，成而不吉。胎產：男喜，防損胎。疾病：腎肺受傷，兼有積塊腹疾，四月占更凶。出行：水路不吉。行人：天罡加孟，尚未啟行。兵戰：未見其利。

On weather: All four lessons and three transmissions are yin branches, and the mansion of Bixu, which presages rain, is located above the day stem. There will be rain. On the household: If the divination is cast in the daytime, it indicates disturbance by wife or concubine; if cast at night, it indicates misfortune brought by siblings. Both situations will involve expenditure. On officialdom: Neither the nobleman nor the official's fortune god appears, but the god of destruction is pressing upon the day stem, which is inauspicious. On seeking wealth: One cannot even keep the wealth one already has, so there is no need to seek it from outside. On marriage: The heavenly empress and the six harmonies are in charge, and even if the marriage is arranged, it will not be auspicious. On pregnancy: It is favorable for a male child, but one must beware of damage to the fetal energy. On illness: Both the kidney and lung meridians are injured, and there is a mass in the abdomen. If the divination is cast in the fourth month, the illness will be more severe. On travel: Traveling by water is inauspicious. On a distant traveler: The heavenly marshal is placed on the four young positions of寅, 申, 巳, and 亥, indicating that the distant person has not yet started moving. On warfare: There is no obvious advantage to be gained.

畢法云：后合占婚豈用媒，兩貴受克難干貴。課經云：干上酉金作日干之脫氣，晝乘天后復脫酉金。謂之脫上逢脫，酉為子孫，亦為婢妾。夜乘天后，必有因酒色而敗壞身家者。又云：申加午，子加戌，晝夜兩貴，皆被下神所克，不宜干請。不惟不能成福，翻能致禍。心印賦云：丑卯巳為出戶，春雷震蟄。

The "Bifa Fu" says: When the Heavenly Empress and Liu He are in the right position for a marriage divination, the man and woman have already secretly agreed, so there is no need for a matchmaker. If the two noblemen of day and night are both restrained, it will be difficult to seek help from the nobleman. The "Ke Jing" says: The酉 metal on the day stem is a depleting god that drains the energy of the day stem. During the day, it is accompanied by the Heavenly Empress (a heavenly general associated with women and private matters). The Heavenly Empress belongs to water, which in turn drains the energy of the酉 metal, this is called depletion on top of depletion. The酉 here serves both as the grandson's line and represents a servant woman. At night, when it is accompanied by the Heavenly Empress, there must be someone in the family who has ruined the household through indulgence in wine and lust. It also says: When the申 is placed on the午 and the子 is placed on the戌, both the nobleman of day and night are restrained by the gods on the earth plate below, which is not suitable for seeking help from the nobleman. Not only will one not gain merit, but one will instead invite misfortune. The "Xinyin Fu" says: The three transmissions of丑,卯, and巳 are called going out the door, just like the sound of spring thunder causing the hibernating insects to break out of the soil.

課體：元首，進茹，三奇。課義：身宅俱貴，三奇又遇，君子宜之，常人反忌。解曰：申為夜貴，臨於干上。子為晝貴，臨於宅上，是身宅俱貴也。丑寅卯作三傳，鼠遁則為乙丙丁三奇。君子占之，有遷官進爵之喜，常人則反憂官事矣。

This divination pattern is classified as Yuan Shou, Jin Ru, and San Qi. The interpretation states: both the self and the residence receive the blessing of the nobleman, and also encounter the Three Marvels together. A gentleman who divines this pattern will find it most auspicious, while an ordinary person may find it ominous. The explanation is: Shen is the position where the nobleman resides at night, and it is precisely on the day stem; Zi is the position where the nobleman resides during the day, and it is exactly on the residence爻. Therefore, it is called "both self and residence receive the nobleman's blessing." Chou, Yin, and Mao form the three transmissions. Using the five rats' method to calculate the hidden stem, it turns out to be the three marvels, which are Yi, Bing, and Ding. A gentleman who divines this pattern will experience joy from promotion and official rank; an ordinary person, however, may worry about legal troubles.

斷曰：連茹之卦，彙征則吉。初傳丑土，鼠遁得乙為暗鬼，中傳末傳為明鬼，是三傳全鬼傷干，殊為可畏。然賴申金臨干，又為父母，又為子孫，足以制之，所云眾鬼雖彰全不畏也。

The interpretation states: A divination with connected roots resembles people traveling together, which is auspicious. The first transmission, using the five rats method, results in yi wood, which is an invisible ghost; the middle and final transmissions are clearly ghost signs, indicating that all three transmissions are filled with ghosts and spirits harming the day stem, which is truly alarming. Fortunately, shen metal is present above the day stem. It has both the meaning of a parent and the position of a child, thus being able to control all the ghosts. This is what the terminology refers to: although many ghosts are prominent, there is no need to fear them at all.

天時：四課之上，盡屬水神，卻被丑土所克，雨不能久。家宅：貴常臨於身宅之上，三奇作傳，富貴可望。功名：晝夜兩占，不拘文武，皆掇巍科。求財：宜得貴人之財。婚姻：朱陳佳偶，極為吉祥。胎產：上強下弱，二陰包陽，必產貴子。疾病：腎水不足之症，或脾土受傷，不日可瘥。出行：陸路甚佳，水路亦吉。行人：天罡加仲，尚在中途。兵戰：干支羅網，恐遭困厄。

On weather conditions: All the four lessons are occupied by water deities, but they are restrained by the earth deity Chou, so the rain will not last long. On the household: The nobleman and Tai Chang are present on the self and the house爻, and the three marvels are included in the three transmissions, so wealth and honor can be expected. On achievements: Both the daytime and nighttime divination are favorable, regardless of pursuing literary or martial paths, one can achieve high rankings. On seeking wealth: It is advisable to obtain wealth from the nobleman. On marriage: It is like the fine union between the Zhu and Chen families, a most auspicious match. On childbirth: The upper deities are strong while the lower deities are weak, with two yin爻 surrounding one yang爻, which certainly leads to the birth of a noble son. On illness: The condition lies in the deficiency of kidney water or damage to the spleen earth, and the illness can be cured in a few days. On travel: Traveling by land is good, and traveling by water is also auspicious. On the whereabouts of a person: The Tiangang is placed on the four central positions of Zi, Wu, Mao, and You, indicating that the person is still on the way. On warfare: The day stem and day branch have formed a heavenly net and earthly net, and it is likely to fall into a difficult situation.

畢法云：晝夜貴加求兩貴，尊崇傳內遇三奇，所謀多拙逢羅網。纂要云：干支之前一辰，臨於干支之上，為之天羅地網，值此者，如網羅兜裹，不能亨快。若占人年命上神，沖破支干之網，始為無咎。或遇空亡，又為破羅破網，見亦不害。指掌賦云：三傳純官鬼，而兄弟成災。

The "Bi Fa Fu" says: If both the day's nobleman and night's nobleman are present, they can assist together; if the three transmissions meet the three marvels, it is the most esteemed auspicious sign; but if encountering the Luo Wang, the matters intended are mostly clumsy and difficult to achieve. The "Zuan Yao" says: When the day stem and day branch each have the preceding earthly branch pressing upon them, it is called Tian Luo Di Wang. Encountering this is like being caught in a net, making everything unsmooth. If the upper god of the person's birth year or current year can break through this branch and stem net, there will be no disaster. Alternatively, if it coincides with kongwang, it is also called breaking the Luo and Wang, and it does not cause harm. The "Zhi Zhang Fu" says: If all three transmissions are purely official ghosts, the brothers' yao反而 become calamity.

課體：伏吟，元胎。課義：晝虎臨祿，財被馬逐，末空破碎，夜病嗣續。解曰：申乃庚之祿神，旬遁丙火，發用臨干，而晝虎據之，是祿不可守也。中傳寅木，乃是日財，又為驛馬。晝乘螣蛇，亦有驚危之象。末傳巳火，乃庚金之長生，遇空作破。夜乘朱雀，化而為鬼，是無所憑藉也。子為申金之子孫，夜乘白虎，嗣續之病，其尚能免乎。

This lesson pattern is Hidden Chant (Hidden Chant) and元胎 (Original Fetus). The lesson meaning says: During the day, the White Tiger is pressing on the禄神 (Lucky God), the wealth爻 (element) is being chased by the Post-horse, and the final transmission falls into Kongwang (void) and meets破碎 (fragmentation). At night, when the lesson is cast, there is illness in the offspring. The explanation is: The申 metal is the禄神 (Lucky God) of the庚 metal day stem. The hidden stem of the ten-day cycle is丙 fire, which acts as the initiating transmission and is located above the day stem, but during the day it is occupied by the White Tiger, showing that the禄位 (lucky position) cannot be held. The middle transmission寅 wood is both the wealth爻 (element) of the day and the Post-horse. During the day, it is accompanied by the Teng Snake (a heavenly general associated with fear and strangeness), which also carries the meaning of fear and danger. The final transmission巳 fire, which is originally the long life position of the庚 metal, meets Kongwang (void) and becomes broken; at night, it is accompanied by the Vermilion Bird, which transforms it into a ghost爻 (element), equivalent to having no support. The子 water is the son of the申 metal, and at night it is accompanied by the White Tiger, indicating illness in the offspring, which cannot be avoided.

斷曰：元胎之卦，旺祿臨身，凡事止宜守舊，不宜妄作。課傳祿馬皆現，惟仕人為吉：但末傳官空，終不如始。

The interpretation states: The lesson of the original seed indicates a situation of waiting for the right time for development. With a strong禄神 (favorable official star) present in the self, all matters should only be confined to the existing situation, and one should not act hastily. In the four lessons and three transmissions, both the禄神 and the Post-horse (post-horse) have appeared, but only those who hold official positions will find it auspicious; however, the final transmission's official star falls into emptiness, so the final outcome will ultimately be less favorable than the beginning.

天時：天地不動，晴日占晴，雨日占雨。家宅：晝占家室安靜，夜占子息有災。仕宦：官星填實，方為全美。求財：遠方之財，求之可得。婚姻：支干各乘旺氣，然晝占男患，夜占女傷。胎產：男喜，易產。疾病：膀胱有病，即愈。出行：晝占水路可行。行人：馬在中傳，行人半途。兵戰：日干生支，利客不利主。

On weather: In a situation of hidden chant, both the heaven plate and earth plate remain stationary. If it is sunny when the divination is cast, it will remain sunny; if it is rainy, it will remain rainy. On the household: If the divination is cast during the day, the family is safe and sound; if it is cast at night, the children may suffer misfortune. On official positions: One must wait until the empty position where the official star falls is filled by a real branch, then it will be complete and perfect. On seeking wealth: Wealth from afar can be obtained by seeking. On marriage: Both the day stem and day branch are in a strong position, but if the divination is cast during the day, the man may suffer; if it is cast at night, the woman may be harmed. On childbirth: A male fetus is auspicious, and the delivery will be smooth. On illness: The illness is in the bladder, and it will recover quickly. On travel: Travel by water is possible if the divination is cast during the day. On a person away: The post-horse falls in the middle transmission, indicating that a distant person is on the way. On warfare: If the day stem is born by the day branch, it is advantageous to the opposing side and disadvantageous to the main side.

畢法云：虎乘遁鬼殃非淺，旺祿臨身徒妄作。秘要云：白虎加臨旬內之遁干為日鬼者，凡占皆畏。咎患彌深，難以消釋，縱遇空亡，亦不能為救，其應如神。課經云：庚日伏吟，是兩貴夾墓。

The "Bifa Fu" says: When the White Tiger is riding on the hidden stem and transforms into a ghost yao, the calamity is not light; when the prosperous official is present, reckless actions are just a waste of effort. The "Miyao" says: When the White Tiger is placed on the hidden stem of the current ten-day cycle, and this hidden stem coincides with the ghost yao of the day stem, then whatever is divined is ominous, the disaster is profound and hard to resolve, even if the kongwang is encountered, it cannot be saved, and the prediction will be accurate like a god. The "Ke Jing" says: The Hidden Chant lesson on a Geng day is a pattern where the two noblemen of day and night enclose the tomb god.

課體：元首，連茹。課義：晝虎丙申，祿故難親，夜宜守貴，初屈後伸。解曰：申乃日祿，旬遁得丙上乘白虎，難與相親。初傳鬼墓，中傳旺刃，皆不可投，夜占止宜守干上之貴。但支辰之子，與干上之未作六害，初必遭屈，厥後為日干之庚金所化，轉生子水，是以終必能伸也。

This lesson pattern is called Yuan Shou and Lian Ru. The lesson meaning says: During the day, the White Tiger is riding on Bingshen, making the禄神 difficult to approach; at night, it is only suitable to rely on the Nobleman. At first there will be hardship, but later there will be expansion. The explanation is: The metal of Shen is the禄神 of the day, and in the ten-day cycle it is obtained by the fire of Bing. Above it rides the White Tiger, making people dare not approach. The first transmission is the Storage of the ghost爻, and the middle transmission is theprosperous and strong of the Yangren, both of which are not suitable to rely on. When the lesson is cast at night, one should only rely on the Nobleman on the day stem. However, the water of Zi in the day branch and the earth of Wei on the day stem form the sixth harm, so at first there will certainly be hardship; later, the earth of Wei is transformed by the metal of the day stem, and turns to produce the water of Zi, so ultimately it can still expand.

斷曰：連茹之課，交互六害，而又魁度天門，凡占皆有阻隔，不能亨快。干支拱傳，事在必成。末傳晝虎，與德祿相併，未免憂中帶喜，美中不足之象。

The interpretation says: A continuous textbook indicates progression and connection, but this situation involves mutual harm in six directions, and also the pattern of the superior adding the亥 (Hai) with the魁 (Kui) under the heavenly gate. Whatever is sought will be obstructed and not smooth. Fortunately, the day stem and day branch support the three transmissions in the middle, so the matter will certainly succeed. The final transmission is occupied by the White Tiger during the day, and also shares the same place with the virtue god and the禄 god, inevitably leading to a mix of worry and joy, with some shortcomings in the good.

天時：天空臨干，水母臨畢，發用關隔，晴晦不雨。家宅：支上之陰神，晝夜乘元，家中暗晦，竊賊最宜防察。仕宦：夜占貴人臨身，德祿入傳，最吉之象，晝占欠利。求財：未上遁乙，與干相合，暗財可得。婚姻：上強下弱，妊乃成男，發用關隔，產必艱難。疾病：上下關隔，噎膈不食之症，又兼肝腎受傷，倘年命有救，或可言生。出行：陸路稍可，水路防失。行人：天罡加孟，尚未啟行。兵戰：利於相守，吉凶相半。

On weather: "Tian Kong" (a heavenly general associated with deceit and concealment) is located on the day stem, and the star of the water mother is also present in the Net mansion. The initiating transmission forms a separated structure, and although the sky is cloudy and dark, it does not rain. On the household: the yin spirit on the day branch is present both day and night with "Yuan Wu" (i.e., Xuan Wu, a heavenly general associated with thieves and loss). The home is dim and unclear, and there is most concern for theft. On official career: when the lesson is cast at night, the nobleman is present, and both the virtue spirit and the fortune spirit are in the three transmissions, which is the most auspicious sign; however, if the lesson is cast during the day, it is less favorable. On seeking wealth: the wood of Yi is hidden in the earth of Wei, and it combines with the day stem, indicating that hidden wealth can be obtained. On marriage: the upper spirit is strong and the lower spirit is weak, suggesting a male child is carried; however, since the initiating transmission forms a separated structure, childbirth will certainly be difficult. On illness: there is a separation between upper and lower, indicating a condition of difficulty swallowing, and also injury to the liver and kidney meridians; if there is a saving spirit in the native's destiny or in the year's chart, there may be a chance of survival. On travel: traveling by land iswith difficulty acceptable, but traveling by water requires caution against loss. On a person away: the Tiangang is placed in the position of the four young months, indicating the person has not yet started the journey. On warfare: it is favorable to hold a position and remain still, with equal chances of good and bad outcomes.

畢法云：魁度天門關隔定，虎乘遁鬼殃非淺。課經云：日辰夾定三傳，謂之夾定格。凡事進退，皆不由人，不利占解散憂疑之事。倘交關成合之事，遇之極美，以其不脫圍範故也。纂義云：天魁為用，動宜謹慎，暗裡相侵，難為視聽。

The "Bifa Fu" says: When the Earthly Branch戌 is placed over亥, the Heavenly Stem魁 passes through the Heaven Gate, indicating that matters are already settled and cannot be changed; when the White Tiger is combined with the hidden stem ghost爻, the calamity will be severe. The "Ke Jing" says: When the Day Stem and Day Branch enclose the three transmissions in between, it is called "Jia Ding Ge," meaning that in all matters, whether advancing or retreating, one has no control, making it unfavorable for divination to resolve doubts; however, if it involves trade or treaty-making, encountering this is excellent, as both parties are bound within the same framework. The "Zuanyi" says: When the Heavenly Stem魁 (戌) serves as the initiating transmission, one must act with caution, as someone is secretly harming you, yet you cannot see or hear them.

課體：涉害，斬關，間傳，六儀，勵德，天網。課義：彼己災殄，寅財休戀，助鬼來攻，縉紳宜見。解曰：庚被午克，子被戌克，彼己俱遭災殄也。寅雖日財，生起初傳之午火，反來傷干，此財之所以不可戀也。若縉紳值此，便是官星有氣，以之遷官而進秩，誰曰不宜。

This lesson pattern includes six elements: involvement, cutting the gate, intermediate transmission, six instruments, virtue encouragement, and heaven's net. The lesson interpretation says: both the other party and oneself suffer misfortune; the wood of寅, which represents wealth, should not be desired, because it nourishes the fire of午, which in turn attacks the heavenly stem. Only those of the scholar-official class would find this appropriate. The explanation is: the metal of庚 is attacked by the fire of午, and the water of子 is attacked by the earth of戌, so both sides suffer damage. Although the wood of寅 is the wealth element of the day, it nourishes the strong fire of the first transmission, which in turn harms the day stem. This is why the wealth should not be desired. If a family of scholar-officials encounters this pattern, the fire of午 becomes a strong official star, enabling promotion and advancement. Who could say this is inappropriate?

斷曰：間傳之課，發用六儀。蓋甲午用午為旬儀，子日遇午為支儀。旬支相併，占者必有奇祥，大宜攜財告貴，納粟奏名，常人則生禍也。但寅坐空鄉，恐有愛莫能助，徒取怨憎之象。

The divination states: the transmission of the intermediate course is passed on by skipping positions, and the initiating transmission coincides with the Six Instruments. In the Jiawu decade, the hour stem is considered the decade instrument, and on the Gengzi day, when the hour stem is Wu, it is considered the branch instrument. The decade instrument and the branch instrument are both present in the same position, indicating that the fortune seeker will certainly encounter extraordinary auspiciousness. It is most suitable to carry wealth and seek the favor of the Nobleman, or to donate grain and rice in order to attain official rank. However, for ordinary people, this may instead bring misfortune. But since the寅 wood is located in the Kongwang position, there is a fear that one's efforts to help may be ineffective, leading to unnecessary blame and resentment.

天時：晝占雨而後晴，夜占晴而後雨。家宅：晝夜元武克宅，恐盜賊與耗費相併。仕宦：最吉。求財：財爻空陷，值日方得。婚姻：晝占男吉，女俱不佳。胎產：課傳皆陽，妊乃成男。疾病：脾胃溼病，必遇良醫，不久自瘥。遺失：家賊盜去。求謀：始勤終怠。出行：陸路晝吉，水路不佳。行人：天罡加仲，尚在中途。兵戰：晝占龍化為蛇甚凶，夜占蛇化為龍甚吉。

On weather: When casting a divination during the day, rain will come first followed by clear weather; at night, clear weather will come first followed by rain. On the household: Both day and night, the Black Tortoise is attacking and injuring the house's hexagram, indicating the possibility of thieves and financial loss coming together. On official positions: It is most auspicious. On seeking wealth: The wealth hexagram is in an empty and fallen position, and one must wait until the day of寅 (Yin) when the day's value fills it in order to obtain wealth. On marriage: During the day, the male side is auspicious, but the female side is not favorable in either direction. On pregnancy: All four lessons and three transmissions are of yang branches, indicating the fetus is male. On illness: The spleen and stomach are affected by dampness, but one will certainly meet a good physician and recover soon. On lost items: The item was taken by a family member. On seeking strategies: The beginning is diligent, but the end is lazy. On travel: During the day, traveling by land is auspicious, but traveling by water is not. On travelers: The Tiangang is added to the position of the four middle months, indicating the person is still on the way. On warfare: During the day, the Azure Dragon transforms into the Teng Snake, which is extremely凶 (dangerous); at night, the Teng Snake transforms into the Azure Dragon, which is extremely吉 (auspicious).

畢法云：干支全傷防兩損，不行傳者考初時。指南：乙酉七月，午將申時占，不言其事，斷曰：勝光乘天馬，占必問行人。中末空亡，月內不至。過月驛馬克辰，至丙辰日，行人必到。又問此課看功名，能復舊缺否，曰：中末空亡，有始無終，且龍化為蛇，請告始得。龍神克下，主上官不足，復任月餘，果被勘逮問。

The "Bifa Fu" says: When both the day stem and day branch are injured, one should beware of both people and the house suffering damage; when the three transmissions cannot be moved, one should look back at the initiating transmission and the time of divination. The "Liu Ren Zhi Nan" records: In the year Yiyou, during the seventh lunar month, with the month general as Wu and the class time as Shen, the person coming did not reveal the matter he was asking about. The diviner judged: Shengguang, which is another name for Wu, is riding the Heavenly Horse, so the matter must be about a traveler. Both the middle and final transmissions are Kongwang, so the traveler will not arrive within a month; after this month, the post-horse turns to injure the day branch, and the traveler will definitely arrive on the day Bingchen. The person then asked about this class regarding official rank, whether he could be reinstated to his former position. The diviner answered: Both the middle and final transmissions are Kongwang, indicating a beginning without an end. Moreover, the Azure Dragon transforms into the Teng Snake, so he must first resign. The dragon god attacks downward, indicating dissatisfaction from his superior. Indeed, after being reinstated for more than a month, he was investigated and arrested.

課體：知一，高蓋，六儀。課義：生空破貴，丁刃敗氣，眾禍攻攢，浮財何濟。解曰：巳乃日之長生，又為日破，又為日鬼，更兼空陷。發用之午火，作羊刃敗氣，亦是日鬼。支上之酉金，旬遁得丁，復為破碎，是一課而六惡兼行，可謂眾禍攢攻矣。卯雖為財，但坐於脫氣之上。晝乘朱雀，亦為脫氣，脫上逢脫，財氣已弱，不過為浮泛之財而已，得之又何濟哉。

This lesson pattern is known as Zhī Yī, Gāo Gài, and Liù Yí. The lesson meaning states: the long life is in the empty position, the day break harms the noble, the Ding spirit and the Yangren both belong to the defeated energy, and all kinds of misfortunes attack together, and the floating wealth can achieve nothing. The explanation says: the fire of Si is originally the long life of the day stem of Geng metal, but it is also the day break and the day ghost, and it is also in an empty and hidden position. The fire of Wu, which serves as the initiating transmission, is the Yangren and the defeated energy, and it is also the day ghost. The metal of You on the day branch is hidden in the cycle of the tenth heaven, and it is further added with a breaking position. In one lesson pattern, six kinds of evils are all present, truly called a group of misfortunes surrounding. The wood of Mao, although it is the wealth element, is sitting on the element that disperses its energy. During the day, it is ridden by the Vermilion Bird, which also disperses its energy. The upper loss meets another loss, so the wealth energy has already become weak, and it is just floating and unstable wealth, which is of no use even if obtained.

斷曰：高蓋之課，利於顯者。末傳子水，迤邐生鬼傷干，是家中妻孥反助人相害，破宅傷身。究竟子水，力能沖剋午火，後必藉之解禍，翻雲覆雨，全在家人矣。

The interpretation states: A divination with a high cover indicates the appearance of Huagai, which is favorable for those in prominent positions. The final transmission is a water trigram that gradually generates a ghost爻 to harm the day stem. This is like the wife and children at home actually helping outsiders to harm themselves, damaging both the residence and the person themselves. However, in the end, the water trigram has the strength to clash and control the fire trigram, and in the future it will still be relied upon to resolve disasters. Turning clouds into rain and covering rain with a hand, everything depends on the family itself.

天時：青龍昇天，雀又飛騰，陰晴不一。家宅：丁神居酉作破，宅必動而家亦破。仕宦：課名高蓋，占官者吉。求財：財不甚旺，求之可得。婚姻：干上德空，支上破碎，占婚不吉。胎產：下強上弱，二陽包陰，妊乃成女。疾病：肺家有疾，四月占不吉。遺失：非賊所竊。出行：陸路已陷，水路不吉。行人：天罡加季，行者立至。兵戰：凶中有吉，振旅而歸。

On weather: The Azure Dragon rises into the sky, and the Vermilion Bird also flares up in the high place, with the weather changing between clear and cloudy. On the household: The deity Ding is located on the metal酉 and transforms into a breaking deity, indicating that the house must change, and the family fortune will also decline. On official positions: The name of the lesson is high and covering, so those asking about official positions will have good fortune. On seeking wealth: The wealth energy is not very strong, but it can still be obtained. On marriage: The virtuous deity on the day stem is in an empty position, and the day branch meets a breaking situation, so the fortune for marriage is not good. On pregnancy: The lower deity is strong while the upper deity is weak, with two yin lines wrapping around one yang line, indicating that the fetus is female. On illness: The illness is in the lung meridian, and if the lesson is cast in April, it is not auspicious. On lost items: It is not stolen by a thief. On travel: The land route has fallen into an empty position, and the water route is also not auspicious. On travelers: The Tiangang is placed on the position of the four seasons, so the traveler will arrive immediately. On warfare: It is凶 with some good, and the army can be organized and return.

畢法云：閉口體卦兩般推。課經云：巳加庚，酉加支，日上神剋日，而辰上丁神又復剋日，是明暗二鬼，併力來傷，乃人宅罹患，身宅皆凶之象。要覽云：巳能生能克，名為兩面刀，幸子水制之。

The Bi Fa Fu says: When the lesson is of the closed mouth type, it should be analyzed from both the lesson pattern and the hexagram pattern. The Ke Jing says: If巳 is placed on top of庚, and酉 is placed on the day branch, and the god on the day stem attacks the day stem, while the丁 god on the day branch also attacks the day stem, then the visible ghost and the hidden ghost combine to harm, causing both the person and the house to suffer misfortune. The Yao Lian says: The fire of巳 can both nourish the day stem and attack the day stem, like a double-edged sword. Fortunately, there is 子 water to control it.

課體：重審，潤下，斬關，不備。課義：三傳支干，晝夜天將，俱水盜身，難舍難向。解曰：三傳皆水，以盜干氣。而晝夜天將，龍蛇元武，又復水中之神，是神與將俱是盜氣。孟去此辰土，卻又戀生而難舍。若傾心以向之，則又盜脫太甚，舍向俱難，進退所以維谷也。

This lesson pattern is characterized as Reexamining, Moistening Down, Cutting Off the Gate, and Incomplete. The lesson interpretation states: the three transmissions combined with the day stem and day branch, along with the heavenly generals governing day and night, are all water elements that steal and drain the energy of the self. It teaches that it is difficult to abandon and equally difficult to approach. The explanation is: all three transmissions belong to the water element, specifically draining the energy of the day stem; the azure dragon, teng snake, and black tortoise governing day and night are also spirits of water. This shows that the spirits on the earth plate and the heavenly generals in the sky are all draining the energy. Trying to leave the辰 earth, but辰 can generate the metal庚, making it hard to let go; if one insists on going towards it, the draining is too excessive. Being stuck between abandoning and approaching, this is a situation of being caught between two difficulties.

斷曰：潤下之卦，三傳不離四課，有束縛而馳之象。但辰既空亡，子亦遇陷。三傳之中，獨存一申。申為日祿，遁得丙鬼，晝占則官祿獨崇，未為不吉，但仕途未免消耗耳。

The interpretation says: The lesson of water with a moistening and descending nature tends to flow downward. The three transmissions all come from within the four lessons, like running while tied with a rope, being bound at every step. However, the earth of the辰 is empty and the water of the子 is in a fallen position. Among the three transmissions, only the metal of the申 stands firm. The申 is the daily luck god, and in the ten-day cycle it is transformed by the fire of丙 into a ghost. If the lesson is cast in the daytime, then the official and luck positions are elevated alone, which is not particularly凶. However, there is inevitably some loss in the career path.

天時：三傳水空，無雨。家宅：獨有一身，耗費太重。仕宦：盡被人耗，惟官祿不能耗。求財：不得。婚姻：天盤干空支實，地盤干實支空，皆非所宜。胎產：子息屬陽，妊乃成男，然逢空陷，母吉兒凶。疾病：癆損虛脫之症，難愈。行人：干加干支，行者自歸。兵戰：止宜堅守。

On heavenly conditions: All the water in the three transmissions fall into empty positions, so there will be no rain. On the household: It is lonely, with only oneself remaining, and the expenditure is too heavy. On official positions: One is constantly consumed by others, but the official position and salary are not consumed. On seeking wealth: It cannot be obtained. On marriage: The heavenly plate has the day stem falling into empty positions while the day branch is filled, and the earthly plate has the day stem filled while the day branch falls into empty positions, making both sides unsuitable. On childbirth: The son or daughter element is yang, indicating a male fetus, but encountering empty positions and decline, the mother will be safe while the child will be in danger. On illness: It is a condition of excessive fatigue and loss of qi and blood, difficult to cure. On travelers: The god on the day stem is added again to the day stem and day branch, so the traveler will return by himself. On warfare: It is only suitable to hold firm and not go out.

畢法云：權攝不正祿臨支。精蘊：申將子時占行人，曰：課得斬關，子孫發用，將得青龍，傳入元武空亡。主子逃萬里，音信不通。行人年上，得寅為財，臨於旺地，後當獲利而歸。行人本命是午，午上見寅為甲。四月己巳，甲與己合，乙與庚合。又查寅木作馬屬青色，乘虎屬白色，當白衣乘青馬，於七年之後，可迎見之矣。至期一一皆驗。

The "Bifa Fu" says: When the official of fortune is located on the day branch, it signifies taking over authority on behalf of others but with an improper status. The "Liu Ren Jing Yun" records: Using the monkey (申) as the month general, and starting the lesson at the子 hour to inquire about a traveler, the judgment states: The lesson forms a cutting-off transmission, with the grandson's yao serving as the initiating transmission. The heavenly general is accompanied by the azure dragon, but the three transmissions fall into the black tortoise and kongwang. This indicates that the son has fled to a distant place, with no news. The traveler's age yao is the寅 wood, which is the wealth yao, and it is located in a strong position, so he will eventually gain profit and return. The traveler's birth year is the午, and the寅 wood is seen on the午. The hidden stem is 甲. By the fourth month, which is Jisi, 甲 combines with 己, and 乙 combines with 庚. Checking further, the寅 wood serves as the post-horse and is of the blue color. The white tiger it rides is of the white color. Therefore, when he returns, he will be wearing white clothes and riding a blue horse, and they will meet after seven years. When the time arrived, everything happened exactly as predicted.

課體：知一，比用。課義：巳火無力，居官被黜，財能救拔，刑子去戌。解曰：巳乃庚之官爻，下受戌墓，上被子克，居官者安往而不被黜耶。卯乃日財，力能刑子而制戌，救援官星，是宜以己之財，斡旋挽回，可保無虞也。

This lesson pattern is classified as "Zhi Yi" and "Bi Yong." The meaning of the lesson states: the fire in the fourth position is weak and powerless, indicating that an official will be dismissed from office; fortunately, the wealth element can rescue the situation, as it can overcome the water element and control the earth element. The explanation is: the fire in the fourth position is the official element of the metal in the seventh position, which is captured and stored by the earth in the ninth position below, and is also overcome by the water in the first position above. How can an official avoid dismissal when facing such circumstances? The wood in the second position is the wealth element of the current day, which has the strength to overcome the water in the first position and control the earth in the ninth position, thus rescuing the official element. Therefore, one should use personal wealth to mediate and restore the situation, thereby ensuring safety and avoiding trouble.

斷曰：比用之課，傳體折腰，凡事須防中途阻滯。幸逢生氣，尚可賴父母滋生也。又財神臨干，財庫臨支，富不待言。夜貴在支，生人克宅，惟宅中恐有不寧耳。

The interpretation says: In a lesson where the compared elements are used, the one that is like and harmonious is taken as the initiating transmission. The three transmissions resemble a bent waist, indicating that in all matters one should be cautious of obstacles in the middle. Fortunately, encountering life qi can still rely on the gods of parents to nourish. Moreover, the wealth god is present at the day stem and the wealth repository is at the day branch, so wealth is naturally abundant. However, the night noble is located at the day branch, which supports people but harms the dwelling, so there might be some unrest at home.

天時：天魁發用，天罡指酉，日晴夜雨。家宅：夜貴臨支，常人不利。仕宦：官星遇空，填實方吉。求財：財自隨身，不求自至。婚姻：夜占甚佳。胎產：女孕易產，亥日生。疾病：脾胃受傷，醫人得力。遺失：尋之可獲。出行：陸路可行，水路亦吉。行人：天罡加仲，尚在中途。兵戰：有始無終，未見其利。

On weather conditions: Tiankui (another name for Xu) serves as the initiating transmission, and Tiangang points to You position, indicating clear weather during the day and rain at night. On family affairs: Nightly prestige is located on the day branch, which is unfavorable for ordinary households. On official career: The official star meets Kongwang, and it will be auspicious only when the actual branch is filled. On seeking wealth: The wealth爻 is with you, so wealth will come to you without seeking. On marriage: A lesson cast at night is favorable. On childbirth: The fetus is female, and delivery will be easy, expected on a day of Hai. On illness: The spleen and stomach are injured, and the hired doctor will be helpful. On lost items: They can be found. On travel: Traveling by land is feasible, and traveling by water is also auspicious. On people on the way: Tiangang is added to the four central positions, indicating the person is still on the way. On warfare: There is a beginning but no end, and no clear benefit can be seen.

畢法云：不行傳者考初時。古鑑：癸酉生，十月二十五日，寅將未時占進屋，曰：課名斫輪，後必爭競。未乘天空，加於宅上，與子相害，主有陰小相欺。行年乘酉，上纏羅網。而加於寅，寅為絕地。末傳螣蛇，子孫亦臨絕地，非佳宅也，果驗。課經云：卯加申，胎神加於本日，臨絕受克，占孕至危，占產則當日便生。

The *Bifa Fu* says: When the three transmissions cannot be moved forward, one should look back at the initiating transmission and the time of divination. The *Gujian* records: A person born in the year Guiyou, on the twenty-fifth day of the tenth month, uses寅as the month general and starts the lesson at the hour of Wei. The question is about moving into a new house, and the divination states: The lesson is called Zhuo Lun, and there will certainly be disputes later. The earth element Wei is riding on Tian Kong and is placed on the house's爻, and it also harms the water element Zi, indicating there are small people secretly deceiving. The year element, which is riding on the metal element You, is wrapped by a net, and it is placed on寅, which is the absolute decline of You metal. The final transmission is Teng Snake, and the son's爻also falls into the absolute decline, which is not a good house. Later, it indeed came true. The *Kjing Jing* says: When卯is placed on申, the fetal god is on the current day and also in the absolute decline and is attacked, the divination for pregnancy is extremely dangerous; if it is about giving birth, the child will be born on the same day.

課體：反吟，元胎。課義：財中有丙，往來不定，納粟求官，公用斯正。解曰：丙火原生干寅，故寅中藏丙。而申遁旬丙，往來反覆，是無定之象也。支上午火，乃日之官星，以寅木而生午火，財旺生官，故可納粟奏名。又課傳皆陽，公用則最利也。

This lesson pattern is reverse chant and original embryo. The lesson meaning says: the wealth hexagram hides Bing fire, coming and going without certainty, donating grain and rice to seek official position, using it for public affairs is appropriate. The explanation is: Bing fire originally grows in寅, so寅 contains Bing; and in the upper half of the申 metal, Bing also appears, going back and forth, which is the image of uncertainty. The fire in the day branch is the official star of the day, using寅 wood to generate午 fire, which is wealth generating official, so it is possible to seek fame by donation. Adding that all four lessons and three transmissions are yang branches, it is most beneficial for public affairs.

斷曰：反吟之課，祿馬臨干，富貴可望。但蛇虎當途，夜占不無迍滯。支乘甲午，夜占白虎傷人，須防因財致禍。申為日之德祿，居干絕地，惟秋占則吉。

The divination indicates that the reverse chant pattern shows the Earthly Branches conflicting with each other, leading to instability and unrest. However, the Wealth God and the Post-horse are both present on the Day Stem, suggesting the potential for wealth and status. Nevertheless, the Teng Snake and the White Tiger are positioned at the entrance, meaning that night divination may encounter obstacles. The Day Branch is occupied by Jiawu, and during night divination, the White Tiger may harm people, so one should be cautious of misfortunes related to money. The metal of Shen is both the beneficial deity and the Wealth God for the Day Stem, but it is placed on the Day Stem's absolute position, making it favorable only when the divination is cast in autumn.

天時：水運乎上，龍居中傳，有雨不大。家宅：財官祿馬俱全，卻非久安之象。仕宦：功名可成，恐不能久。求財：得中有失，失中有得。婚姻：財臨干上，官臨支上，兩家俱有相就之意，但有反覆之虞。胎產：下強上弱，難，乃成女。疾病：當有心疾血症，不能即愈。失脫：失於途中。出行：陸路可行。行人：天罡加季，行者立至。兵戰：反覆不寧，得失相半。

On weather: Water vapour moves upon the Heaven Plate, and the Azure Dragon is in the Middle Transmission, indicating rain but not heavy rain. On the household: Wealth, official rank,official stipend, and horses are all present, but this is not a sign of long-term stability. On official career: Merit and fame can be achieved, but there is fear that it will not be sustained. On seeking wealth: There is gain and loss, and loss and gain. On marriage: The wealth element is on the day stem, and the official element is on the day branch, indicating both sides are willing to compromise, but there is a hidden worry of changing hexagrams. On childbirth: The lower god is strong and the upper god is weak, indicating a difficult delivery, and the child is female. On illness: There is a condition related to the heart and blood, which cannot be cured immediately. On lost items: The item was lost on the way. On travel: Traveling by land is feasible. On a traveler: The Tiangang is in the position of the four seasons, indicating the traveler will arrive immediately. On warfare: There is uncertainty, with equal parts gain and loss.

畢法云：富貴干支逢祿馬，晝夜貴加求兩貴。課經云：旦暮兩貴相加，必干涉兩貴人而成就。如占謁見，必貴人往於別處，多不在宅，同官則可會也。玉成歌云：天驛二馬為初用，參星白虎動行神(申為參星)。心印賦云：庚酉辛宮寅若臨，加於日上病來侵。

The "Bifa Fu" says: If the day stem and day branch encounter the禄神 and the post-horse, it is an omen of wealth and honor; if the nobleman of day and nobleman of night both come to rest, one can seek the assistance of two noblemen. The "Ke Jing" says: If the nobleman of morning and the nobleman of evening are both present, the matter must involve two noblemen to be accomplished. If one is seeking to meet someone, that nobleman is likely away elsewhere, not at home, and only officials in the same office can be encountered. The "Yucheng Ge" says: If the heavenly horse and the post-horse both serve as the initiating transmission, the star of参 and the white tiger promote the traveling god (the申 is the star of参). The "Xinyin Fu" says: If the metal position of geng, you, and xin is approached by the wood of yin, and then placed on the day stem, illness will persist.

課體：重審，鑄印，蕪淫，寡宿。課義：交合交克，有凶有吉，仇卻和諧，喜有禍出。解曰：子與丑合，巳與申合，可謂交合矣。然丑土克子水，巳火克庚金，則又交相剋制。交克者為仇，交合者為喜。仇者遇合，必致和諧；喜者遇克，必致災禍。

This lesson pattern is called Reexamining, Casting the Seal, Wasteful Indulgence, and Guasu. The lesson meaning says: both mutual harmony and mutual control occur, so there are both misfortune and fortune; enemies turn into harmony, while good things bring about disaster. The explanation is: the rat and ox are in mutual harmony, the snake and monkey are in mutual harmony, which is called mutual harmony; but the ox earth controls the rat water, and the snake fire controls the庚 metal, which becomes mutual control. Mutual control is enmity, mutual harmony is joy. When enemies meet harmony, they turn into harmony; when joy meets control, disaster is brought about.

斷曰：課名鑄印，末助初官，惟利仕宦，不利常人。但墓覆官星，仕人減吉，常人減凶，倘能破墓，則又非此斷。又名蕪淫，夫妻反目。然支上巳空，不過虛懷惡意。干上丑實，昏迷不免也。巳年月將占官最為勞渥。

The interpretation states: This divination is called "Casting the Seal," symbolizing the melting of metal to cast official seals. The final transmission supports the initial transmission's official star, benefiting those in official positions but not ordinary people. However, the tomb god covers the official star, so the good fortune for officials is reduced, and the bad fortune for commoners is also lessened. If the tomb and storage can be broken through, then this interpretation does not apply. This divination is also known as "Wuyin," indicating marital discord. However, the fire in the day branch falls into an empty position, indicating only malicious thoughts in the mind; the earth in the day stem is real, leading to confusion and disorder. If the divination is done in the year of Si or with Si as the month general, the person will receive the most favorable favor in official matters.

天時：丑土墓日，天罡指陰，水運乎上，陰雨之象。仕宦：官星與貴人入墓，占官不利。求財：財爻獨見，求之必得。家宅：美中不足，憂裡生歡。婚姻：不成，難舍，成後生憎。胎產：下強上弱，妊乃成女，兒實母空，占產甚吉。疾病：肺經受病，不藥可愈。出行：空墓交加，陸路欠利。行人：天罡加孟，尚未啟行。兵戰：外示和好，中懷奸詐。墳葬：恐有空穴，丑方出水，可以發貴。

On weather: the earth dog (Chou) is the storage place of the day stem, the tiangang points to the yin position, and water energy flows on the heaven plate, indicating the image of rain. On official positions: the official star and nobleman both enter the storage place, which is unfavorable for official positions. On seeking wealth: the wealth爻 appears alone, and seeking wealth will certainly succeed. On the family: it is beautiful but lacking, and joy arises from sorrow. On marriage: it cannot be discussed, yet it is hard to let go, and if forced into marriage, it will later lead to dislike. On childbirth: the lower god is strong while the upper god is weak, indicating a female fetus; if the爻 of the child is filled and the爻 of the mother is empty, it is very auspicious for childbirth. On illness: the illness is in the lung meridian, and it can recover without medicine. On travel: the kongwang and storage god overlap, making land travel unfavorable. On people: the tiangang is on the four young positions, indicating the person has not yet started moving. On warfare: it appears as if there is peace, but there is deceit in the heart. On burial: there is a fear of an empty grave, and water flows from the Chou direction, which can bring wealth.

畢法云：夫婦蕪淫各有私，傳墓入墓分憎愛。課經云：丑加庚，巳加子，乃蜜中砒，笑裡刀也。匿怨而友，殆其人歟。要錄云：十月占，夜將乃死氣作太常，入宅克宅，主有內來孝服。纂義云：末助初剋日，若年命亦助初剋日，乃自招其禍，名為放火自焚。

The *Bi Fa Fu* says: When husband and wife each harbor private intentions, it is the fundamental nature of mutual infidelity; if the three transmissions fall into the墓 (grave), one must discern between hatred and affection. The *Ke Jing* says: When丑 (Chou) is placed on庚 (Geng) and巳 (Si) is placed on子 (Zi), it is like adding arsenic to honey or hiding a steel blade in a smile; the *Lun Yu* speaks of concealing resentment while still being friends, which probably describes such people. The *Yao Lu* says: When starting a divination in the tenth month, during the night, the heavenly general is exactly the death qi acting as Tai Chang, and the entering house is in conflict with the house, indicating that there will be mourning for a close family member. The *Zuan Yi* says: When the final transmission assists the first transmission in overcoming the day stem, and if the person's birth year also assists the first transmission in overcoming the day stem, it is a calamity self-invoked, called setting fire to one's own house.

課體：元首，潤下，斬關，勵德。課義：彼來投己，脫耗無禮，盜賊之徒，不出邑里。解曰：日為己，支為彼，以支加干，豈非彼來投己。又日為尊長，支為卑幼，以卑幼加干尊長之上，且來相脫，無禮之甚也。發用元武三合相連，三傳不出四課，倘占盜賊，不止一人，且不出鄉邑之外也。

This lesson pattern is called Yuan Shou, Run Xia, Zhan Guan, and Li De. The lesson meaning says: the other party comes to rely on oneself, yet continuously consumes and lacks propriety; if asking about thieves, the people are within their own hometown and cannot escape. The explanation is: the day stem represents oneself, and the day branch represents the other party. Adding the day branch to the day stem clearly indicates that the other party is coming to rely on oneself. The day stem also represents the superior, and the day branch represents the inferior. Placing the inferior above the superior and consuming the superior's energy is extremely disrespectful. The initiating transmission is Yuan Wu, which connects with the triple harmony water pattern, and the three transmissions do not go beyond the four lessons. If asking about thieves, there are not just one person involved, and they have not escaped from their hometown or county.

斷曰：干上既乘盜氣，夜將復乘青龍，又脫干上，是脫上逢脫，事必虛詐，言必空妄。且四課三傳，無非盜脫之神，有耗盡精神，費盡財帛之象。

The interpretation states: The day stem is already subjected to a leaking and draining influence, and during the night the heavenly general also takes the Azure Dragon, which belongs to wood. This further drains the spirit on the day stem, resulting in a situation of double depletion. Therefore, the matter is certainly false and deceptive, and the words are certainly empty and not genuine. Moreover, among the four lessons and three transmissions, there is not a single god that does not represent leaking or draining energy, indicating an image of exhausting spirit and spending all wealth.

天時：晝夜青龍昇天，課傳皆水，陰雨連綿。家宅：宅內空虛，盜賊屢見。仕宦：官貴不見，龍神逢空，占名不利。求財：財氣全無，求亦不得。婚姻：恐被妻家耗脫，亦非吉象。胎產：俯首見兒，產必易速。疾病：虛脫癆損之症，病空人實，治之可瘥。出行：夜占陸路可行。行人：不久即至。遺失：元武乘空，已無蹤跡。兵戰：全然虛詐。

On the weather: both day and night the Azure Dragon rises to heaven, and all four lessons and three transmissions belong to water, indicating continuous rain and clouds. On the household: the house is empty and vulnerable, with thieves frequently visiting. On officialdom: the official star and nobleman do not appear, the dragon god falls into Kongwang, which is unfavorable for fame and status. On seeking wealth: there is no sign of wealth, and even if you seek it, you will not find it. On marriage: it is feared that the wife's family will take advantage, which is not a good omen. On childbirth: the fetus is head-down, indicating a quick and smooth delivery. On illness: it is a condition of exhaustion and weakness, with the illness element falling into Kongwang while the person element becomes solid, so treatment can lead to recovery. On travel: traveling by land at night is feasible. On a traveler: he will arrive soon. On lost items: the Black Tortoise is in Kongwang, meaning the lost item has already disappeared without a trace. On warfare: the entire situation is full of deceit and falsehood.

畢法云：脫上逢脫防虛詐，避難逃生須棄舊。課經云：子加申，課傳皆係水局。天將復乘青蛇元武，俱是水獸，來蝕庚金，脫耗之至。幸庚干坐於辰土之上受生，子水坐於長生之上受生，亦為避難逃生格也。鬼撮腳云：空妄發動乘元，定主失脫，辰加子乘元發用，為真盜。

The "Bifa Fu" says: When the upper element is again detached, one must be cautious of false and fraudulent matters; if one wishes to avoid danger and escape, one must abandon everything old. The "Ke Jing" says: When the Zi (Water) is placed upon the Shen (Metal), the four lessons and three transmissions all form a water pattern, the heavenly generals also ride the Azure Dragon, Teng Snake, and Black Tortoise, all of which are aquatic creatures, coming together to erode the Geng (Metal) day stem, exhausting it to the extreme. Fortunately, the Geng day stem sits on the Chen (Earth) and gains life, and the Zi water also sits on its place of growth, thus forming again a pattern of avoiding danger and escaping. The "Gui Cuo Jiao" says: When the empty and false god is activated and rides the Black Tortoise, it certainly indicates loss and theft; when the Chen is placed upon the Zi and rides the Black Tortoise as the initiating transmission, that is truly the case of thieves.

課體：遙克，蒿矢，六儀，三交，龍戰。課義：蒿矢三交，晝虎難逃，干上及末，少解煎熬。解曰：午火發用克干，課名蒿矢。三傳俱仲，謂之三交。皆因交合之中，致生不交。晝將上乘白虎相射，凶惡難逃。幸干上乘亥，末傳見子，能制虎鬼，可以稍解熬煎也。

This lesson pattern is characterized by remote overcoming, arrow shooting, six instruments, three intersections, and dragon battle. The lesson interpretation states: since it is arrow shooting and also three intersections, the white tiger during the day cannot be avoided; fortunately, the day stem's superior deity and the final transmission can somewhat alleviate this suffering. The explanation is: the午 fire serves as the initiating transmission to overcome the day stem, hence the name arrow shooting. All three transmissions fall on the positions of子, 午, 卯, and 酉, which are called three intersections, as they produce discord despite being in mutual generation. During the day, the heavenly general is accompanied by the white tiger, like an arrow shooting, which is ominous and unavoidable. Fortunately, the day stem is accompanied by亥 water and the final transmission also sees子 water, which can control the ghost generated by the white tiger, thus somewhat reducing the suffering.

斷曰：四上脫下，根斷源竭，尊上則利，卑下難堪。午沖子，沖神乘破發用，為之沖破格。主道路驅馳，男女爭構。射神臨於閉口，不宜一切求謀。又午加卯為用，託人多失節難成。

The interpretation states: The upper spirits of the four lessons are all dispersing the energy of the lower spirits, cutting off the roots and draining the source. Those in high positions benefit, while those in low positions find themselves in difficult situations. The hour of午 confronts the hour of子, and the confronting spirit is also riding on the breaking spirit as the initiating transmission, forming a pattern of confrontation and destruction. The owner is likely to be constantly traveling and奔波, with disputes and lawsuits between men and women. The shooting spirit falls in a position of closed mouth, making all endeavors unsuitable. Furthermore, the hour of午 is placed on the hour of卯 as the initiating transmission, and when entrusting others to handle matters, they often change midway and fail to succeed.

天時：水運乎上，天罡指陰，子克午火，不能即晴。家宅：日漸破敗，傷脫難免。仕宦：白虎作催宮使者，功名指日可得。求財：財爻臨宅，財可坐致。婚姻：課名三交，占婚不吉。胎產：胎與支刑，必有所傷。疾病：肝膽受病，中傳酉金作羊刃，乘丁傷干，或為金刃所傷，冬占即愈。出行：水陸兩途皆不吉。行人：可以立至。兵戰：師勞財匱，未見其利。

On weather: Water vapour moves upon the Heaven Plate, the Tiangang points to the yin position, and the Zi water overcomes the Wu fire, so the weather will not clear up for a while. On the household: The family's fortune is gradually declining, and damage and loss are inevitable. On official career: The White Tiger acts as a messenger to promote officialdom, so official success is imminent. On seeking wealth: The wealth element is located on the house element, so wealth will come directly. On marriage: The lesson name involves three intersections, which is not auspicious for marriage. On childbirth: The fetal god is in conflict with the day branch, so the fetal energy will be harmed. On illness: The illness is in the liver and gallbladder; the Middle Transmission You metal acts as the Yangren, and also uses the Ding god to harm the day stem, which may be an injury from a knife or metal tool; the illness can be cured in winter. On travel: Both water and land routes are inauspicious. On a person on the way: The person will arrive soon. On warfare: The army is exhausted and the supplies are insufficient, so there is no apparent benefit.

畢法云：人宅受脫俱遭盜。占驗：甲申五月申將巳時占兵困，曰：城必無虞，不日圍解，蓋因支干休囚，旺氣在內，用時同剋日干，格合羅網。初傳魯都作虎鬼，彼兵雖凶無害。緣末傳游都將星，沖剋初傳，以凶制凶故也。

The "Bifa Fu" states: Both people and the dwelling are drained and consumed, and both sides will suffer theft. The "Zhanyan" records: In the Jiashen year, fifth lunar month, with Shen as the month general and starting the calculation at the巳 hour, a question about the situation of an encircled army was asked, and the divination concluded: The city will certainly remain unharmed, and the encirclement will be resolved soon. This is because the day stem and day branch are both in a weak and confined state, while the strong energy is concentrated within the city; the initiating transmission and the time of divination both overcome the day stem, forming a pattern of a net. The first transmission is Lu Du, transforming into the White Tiger ghost, although the enemy troops are fierce, they cannot harm people. The reason is that the final transmission's wandering general star turns back to overcome the first transmission, thus using evil to control evil.

課體：涉害，斬關，登三天，寡宿，間傳。課義：四課三傳，俱處六陽，晝虎丙申，庶俗難當。解曰：四課三傳之中，無一陰相雜，最宜公用。申上遁出丙火，作日干之鬼。晝乘白虎，仕宦得之，有進秩遷官之喜，常人豈能免於官事乎。

This lesson pattern is characterized by involvement, cutting off the gate, ascending to the three heavens, solitude of the host, and intermediate transmission. The interpretation states that all four lessons and three transmissions fall entirely on the six yang branches, with the white tiger occupying the Bingshen position, which is beyond the means of ordinary people. The explanation is that there are no yin branches among the four lessons and three transmissions, making it most suitable for matters concerning the government. The丙 fire emerges from the申, becoming the ghost yao of the day stem, and the white tiger is present during the day; if an official takes this divination, he will experience joy from promotion and advancement, but ordinary people cannot escape legal troubles.

斷曰：六陽之課，登於三天。貴登天門，罡塞鬼戶，可以利有攸往也。但嫌初中空亡，階級有損，力為之減耳。干上乘生，所當坐待。支上寅被申虎沖制，須防宅舍不寧。

The divination states: A lesson of six yang elements ascends to the third heaven, the nobleman reaches the heavenly gate, and the tiangang blocks the ghost's entrance, which is favorable for going somewhere. However, the first and middle transmissions both fall into kongwang, leading to a reduction in official rank and a weakening of strength. The day stem rides on life qi, so one should remain seated and wait. The day branch's寅wood is attacked and restrained by申metal and white tiger, so one should beware of domestic unrest.

天時：課傳皆陽，天罡加寅，青龍無氣，恐不能雨。家宅：財爻脫宅，室內空乏，不足之象。仕宦：官爻俱空，填實方吉。求財：可求宅內之財。干謁：貴人蹉跌，事必參差。婚姻：官星落陷，占男不吉。胎產：下強上弱，陽極陰生，孕乃成女。疾病：肝經受病，晝占患重。遺失：元乘脫氣，外盜難防，課名斬關，賊必遠去。出行：水路可行。行人：在路。兵戰：罡塞鬼戶，算多必勝。

On weather: All four lessons and three transmissions are yang branches, the tiangang is on yin, the azure dragon has no strength, so rain is likely to be absent. On the household: The wealth yao drains the household energy, the house is empty, indicating a deficiency. On officialdom: The official yao falls on kongwang, so it is not auspicious until real branches are filled. On seeking wealth: Wealth can be sought within the household. On petitioning: The nobleman's foot is in trouble, so matters will be disordered. On marriage: The official star is in decline, so for the male it is inauspicious. On pregnancy: The lower god is strong and the upper god is weak, yang reaches its peak and yin arises, so the fetus is likely female. On illness: The illness is in the liver meridian, and the condition is severe during the day. On lost items: The black tortoise is on a declining branch, so thieves from outside are hard to guard against; the lesson name is cutting the gate, so the thief has already fled. On travel: Traveling by water is possible. On a traveler: The traveler is still on the way. On warfare: The tiangang blocks the ghost's gate, and with careful planning, victory is certain.

畢法云：罡塞鬼戶任謀為，六陽數足須公用，貴人蹉跌事參差，虎乘遁鬼殃非淺。課經云：辰加寅為罡塞鬼戶，不論在傳不在傳，能使眾鬼潛蹤，所作任意，謀為無阻。倘遇辰為月將，尤的尤妙也。三才賦云：魁罡臨處，多生詞訟。申午並交，常有狐疑。指掌賦云：辰戌上乘空武，奴婢逃亡。又云：辰午申登三天，得雲雨之蛟龍。

The "Bi Fa Fu" says: When Tiangang blocks the ghost gate, no matter how you plan, it is of no use; when the six yang numbers are full, it must be used for official matters; when the nobleman loses his footing, the matter becomes disorderly; when the White Tiger rides the hidden stem and ghost爻, the calamity is severe. The "Ke Jing" says: When the辰 is placed on the寅, it is called Tiangang blocking the ghost gate, regardless of whether it enters the three transmissions, it can make all ghosts disappear, and whatever you do will be easy and your plans will have no obstacles; if the辰 is exactly the month general, it becomes even more effective and skillful. The "San Cai Fu" says: Where Tianguai and Tiangang are present, there are often lawsuits; when Shen and Wu meet, there is often suspicion and uncertainty. The "Zhi Zhang Fu" says: When the辰 and Xu are occupied by Tian Kong and Yuan Wu, servants will run away; it also says that the three transmissions of Chen, Wu, and Shen are called ascending to the three heavens, like a dragon receiving clouds and rain.

課體：知一，進茹。課義：馬載錢財，身動方來，支干羅網，宅晦人災。解曰：寅為驛馬，又為日財，故曰馬載錢財。然必須動以求之，方能有得。但干支皆乘羅網，支上之丑為墓，干上之酉乘丁，所以宅則昏晦，而人則災迍也。

This lesson pattern is known as "Zhi Yi" and "Jin Ru." The interpretation states: The post-horse carries wealth, but one must move about to obtain it; however, both the day stem and day branch are covered by nets, leading to a dark dwelling and misfortune for the person. The explanation is: Yin is both the post-horse and the wealth element of the day, so the horse carries wealth; but one must take action to gain it. However, both the day stem and day branch are under the influence of heaven and earth nets. The day branch's Chou is a storage place, and the day stem's You is accompanied by the Ding spirit, so the dwelling is dark and the person suffers misfortune.

斷曰：進茹之卦，三傳木局，脫支之氣，作干之財。多取貪取，恐入於羅網而不覺也。干上酉金，雖生支而敗支。支上丑土，雖生干而墓干，占者於取益之地，痛宜猛省，方無後悔。

The interpretation says: The course of events progresses step by step, with the three transmissions forming a wooden structure. This disperses and consumes the energy of the day branch, transforming it into wealth for the day stem. If one is overly greedy for more, one might unknowingly fall into a trap. Although the酉 metal on the day stem can nourish the day branch, it is also the place where the day branch is weakened. The丑 earth on the day branch can nourish the day stem, but it is also the storage place for the day stem. Those who are divining should be highly alert when there is potential for profit, to avoid regretting afterwards.

天時：畢宿作羅臨日，大陽被掩，風伯發用，夜乘青龍，日風夜雨。家宅：室必塵晦，謹守稍可。仕宦：丁神作官臨干，占官大利。求財：傳財大旺，春占無得。婚姻：晝占平平，夜占乃吉。胎產：女孕，即產。疾病：脾胃受病，占父病不吉。干謁：貴人臨支合支，必受貴人之益。求謀：干支皆羅網，凡事難遂。出行：陸路可行，水路欠利。行人：尚在中途。兵戰：晝占則凶，夜占則吉。墳墓：晝占大吉。

On weather: The Net mansion transforms into a net over the day stem, the sun is obscured, and the wind god takes the initiating transmission. At night, it is accompanied by the Azure Dragon, indicating wind in the day and rain at night. On the household: The house is certainly dusty and dim, but being cautious and maintaining the status quo is still acceptable. On officialdom: The Ding god acts as the official star over the day stem, which is highly favorable for official matters. On seeking wealth: The wealth in the three transmissions is extremely strong, but starting a course in spring will not yield results. On marriage: A course started in the day is mediocre, but one started at night is favorable. On childbirth: The fetus is female and will be born soon. On illness: There is illness in the spleen and stomach; if this is for the father's illness, it is unfavorable. On seeking favor: The nobleman is present over the day branch and combines with the day branch, indicating sure help from a nobleman. On seeking strategies: Both the day stem and day branch are nets, making it difficult to achieve one's wishes. On travel: Traveling by land is feasible, but traveling by water is less favorable. On a traveler: The person is still on the way. On warfare: A course started in the day is unfavorable, but one started at night is favorable. On graves: A course started in the day is very favorable.

畢法云：所謀多拙逢羅網，進茹空亡宜退步，傳財太旺反財虧(春占)。課經云：酉加申，丑加子，干上神生支，支上神生干，為互生格。主兩相有益，各有生意。指掌賦云：順連茹空，名曰聲傳空谷，退吉而進則不宜。又云：三傳純妻財，而父母克害。又云：寅卯辰為正和，展經略而果沐恩光。纂義云：初來克末事不成。

The *Bifa Fu* says: When encountering the net ( Luo Wang ), the matters intended are mostly clumsy and difficult to achieve; when the course of action meets Kongwang, it is advisable to retreat and defend; if the wealth in the three transmissions is too strong, it will result in loss of wealth ( referring to courses started in spring ). The *Ke Jing* says: When you have the You added on the Shen, or the Chou added on the Zi, and the god above the day stem benefits the day branch, and the god above the day branch benefits the day stem, this is called mutual generation ( Hu Sheng Ge ), indicating mutual benefit between both sides, with each having opportunities. The *Zhi Zhang Fu* says: When the three transmissions follow in sequence and fall into Kongwang, it is called sound echoing through an empty valley ( Sheng Chuan Kong Gu ), retreat leads to good fortune, but advancement is not advisable; it also says that if the three transmissions are all wife wealth, the parents' hexagram is harmed; it also says that the three transmissions of Yin, Mao, and Chen are called proper harmony ( Zheng He ), and the implementation of strategies will surely receive the grace of the superior. The *Zuan Yi* says: When the first transmission turns back to harm ( turns back to harm ) the final transmission, the matter cannot be accomplished.

課體：伏吟，稼穡，斬關。課義：宅上初傳，墓居兩邊，舍此而動，眾力生焉。解曰：丑乃日干之墓神，一居於宅上，一居於初傳，皆主昏滯。凡用墓者，吉事阻而凶亦不發也。倘舍此而動，中傳戌土，與末傳之未土，併力來生，可謂多助之至矣。

This divination case has a lesson pattern of Hidden Chant, Cultivation of Crops, and Cutting the Gate. The lesson meaning states: the tomb spirits are each occupying one side, one on the dwelling yao and one in the first transmission. If we ignore them and make other considerations, many helpful forces will emerge. The explanation is: the earthy branch Chou (丑) is the tomb spirit of the day stem Xin metal. One is located on the dwelling yao, and the other is in the first transmission. Both indicate confusion and obstruction. Whenever the tomb spirit is used as the initiating transmission, good fortune is blocked and bad fortune cannot manifest. However, if we disregard them and proceed, the earthy branch Xu (戌) in the middle transmission and the earthy branch Wei (未) in the final transmission will combine to nourish the day stem. This would result in an abundance of assistance.

斷曰：自信之課，支干相刑，三傳復迤邐相刑，是主客之間，始終前後之際，全無和氣矣。雖曰斬關，卻無丁馬，終是伏匿之象。凡占皆宜靜守，自能獲助也。

The interpretation states: A lesson of self-reliance indicates that in all matters one can only depend on oneself. However, the day stem and day branch mutually harm each other, and the three transmissions also proceed through continuous mutual harm. This shows that there is no harmony at all between the main and the guest, or throughout the beginning and the end. Although the lesson is named "Cutting the Pass," there is no Ding God or Post-horse to promote it, so it remains a hidden and concealed image. Whatever one divines about, it is advisable to remain quiet and wait, naturally receiving assistance.

天時：三傳皆土，水氣全無，不能得雨。家宅：純是墓神，總未亨快。仕宦：官貴不見，未見其利。求財：財爻雖則不見，青龍晝居宅上乘庫，家財自饒。婚姻：干支相刑，占婚不吉。胎產：二陰包陽，男孕產順。疾病：脾胃受病，賴末傳未土沖開，不久能痊。遺失：物非賊竊，覓之可獲。逃亡：自回。出行：斬關課，陸路可行。行人：近者立至。兵戰：晝占則吉，夜占無威。墳墓：辛龍落脈，丑方出水，利於子孫。

On weather: All three transmissions are earth, with no trace of water, so rain will not come. On the household: The entire chart is full of Tomb Spirit (storage deities), which indicates overall discomfort. On officialdom: The official star and nobleman do not appear, so there is no indication of benefit. On seeking wealth: Although the wealth爻 (wealth element) does not appear, during the day the azure dragon is located above the home爻 and is riding on the wealth storage, so the family's wealth will naturally be abundant. On marriage: The day stem and day branch are in conflict, so the fortune for marriage is unfavorable. On pregnancy: Two yin爻 are wrapping around one yang爻, indicating a male fetus, and the delivery will be smooth. On illness: There is illness in the spleen and stomach, but the final transmission of earth will break open the storage, so the illness will soon be cured. On lost items: The item was not stolen by a thief, so it can be found. On someone who has run away: The person will return on their own. On travel: The lesson name is 斩关 (cutting the gate), so traveling by land is possible. On a traveler: If the distance is short, they will arrive immediately. On warfare: A lesson cast in the daytime is favorable, but one cast at night lacks strength. On graves: The azure dragon falls on the pulse, and there is water flowing from the丑 (ox) direction, which is beneficial for descendants.

畢法云：干墓並關人宅廢(春占)，賓主不投刑在上。課經云：辛丑日伏吟，作交車刑。如交結友朋，正在和美之中，忽生爭競，各無禮也。神應經云：辛丑伏吟，丑墓發用，雖云昏晦，幸末傳見未，為破墓之神，能使暗者明而昏者醒。占病雖篤，必能起死回生。纂要云：父母現卦子孫憂。

The "Bifa Fu" says: When the day stem's burial place and the separating sign appear together, both people and the house will be abandoned (referring to a class lesson started in spring); the guest and host cannot agree, and the root cause lies in the two heavenly stems being in conflict. The "Ke Jing" says: On the Xinchou day, the hidden chant lesson forms an intersecting conflict, like making friends and being in harmony when suddenly a quarrel arises, and both sides lose decorum. The "Shen Ying Jing" says: On the Xinchou hidden chant, the丑 (Chou) burial place serves as the initiating transmission, although it is dark and stagnant, fortunately the final transmission shows the 未 (Wei) earth, which is the god breaking the burial place, allowing darkness to turn bright and confusion to turn clear; even if the illness is severe, it will surely be revived. The "Zu Yao" says: When the parents' hexagram appears in the divination, the children will have worries.

課體：重審，退茹　勵德。課義：夜祿難守，遂投賊寇，自身熬煎，他人財厚。解曰：酉乃辛金之祿，晝則乘元，夜則乘虎，是不可守也。進而投諸三傳，盡屬脫氣，猶之乎投賊而已矣。不得已而歸守驚耗之祿，奈酉上乘丁，又與戌作六害，是自身必受其熬煎也。干為己身，支為他人。初傳之子，與支之丑土作合，且三傳皆水，盡是丑土之財，非他人之財厚而何。干支拱傳，事難解散。

This lesson pattern is called Reexamining, Retreat of Vegetables, and Cultivating Virtue. The lesson meaning says: The禄神 (lucky god) of the night cannot be held, it goes straight into the den of thieves, causing oneself great suffering, while others gain wealth. The explanation is: The酉 metal is the禄神 of 辛 metal. During the day it is ridden by Black Tortoise (Black Tortoise), and at night by White Tiger (White Tiger), showing that it cannot be held. It moves forward to the three transmissions, which are all gods that discharge energy, equivalent to surrendering oneself to thieves. In the end, one has no choice but to return and guard this禄 which is both alarming and draining. Unfortunately, the酉 is ridden by 丁 god, and also forms the sixth harm with 戌, so oneself must surely suffer. The day stem represents oneself, and the day branch represents others. The first transmission's 子 water combines with the day branch's 丑 earth, and since all three transmissions are water, they all become the wealth of 丑 earth. This is nothing other than others having abundant wealth. The day stem and day branch enclose the three transmissions in the middle, making it difficult to resolve the matter.

斷曰：退茹之卦，不宜妄動。旺祿臨干，夜虎乘丁克干，常人占之，必因財而致禍。惟仕人乃作官星，仍為吉象。

The interpretation says: The divination shows a continuous retreat, and it is not advisable to act recklessly. Although a strong禄神 (favorable official star) is present on the day stem, the White Tiger appears at night to attack the day stem through the丁神 (Ding god). If a common person divines this, they are likely to suffer misfortune related to money. However, for an official, the Ding Fire (Ding fire) here transforms into an official star, which still counts as a favorable omen.

天時：畢宿臨干，三傳皆水，當有雨。家宅：妻財甚旺，籍之可以解患。仕宦：得之甚速。求財：己財難守，何暇他求。婚姻：子加丑用，占婚則吉。胎產：女孕產難。疾病：腎經受病，或心虛肺燥之症，可治。出行：水路防失。行人：尚未啟行。遺失：婢女竊去。兵戰：晝行夜止，冬占則吉。

On weather: The mansion of Net (毕宿) is on the day stem, and the three transmissions are all water, indicating rain. On the household: The wife's wealth is very strong, relying on it can resolve troubles. On officialdom: One will get an official position very quickly. On seeking wealth: One cannot even keep their own money, how can they seek others' wealth? On marriage: The son is on the ox (丑) and acts as the initiating transmission, indicating a favorable marriage. On pregnancy: The fetus is female, and the delivery will be difficult. On illness: The illness is in the kidney meridian, or symptoms of heart qi deficiency and lung dryness and heat, which can be treated. On travel: Traveling by water should be cautious of loss. On a person away: The person has not yet started the journey. On lost items: It was stolen by a servant girl. On military campaigns: Marching during the day and camping at night, it is favorable only if the divination is cast in winter.

畢法云：旺祿臨身徒妄作，虎乘遁鬼殃非淺，金日逢丁凶禍動。指南：己丑二月戌將亥時占產，曰：子母皆亡。蓋河魁渡亥，子被阻隔。天獄無沖，其子何由得出。且干上虎乘遁鬼，支上子乘游魂，天后像母，受寅貴劫煞剋制，是以子母不保也，果驗。

The *Bifa Fu* says: When a person's旺禄 (prosperous official) is on their body, any reckless actions will be in vain; when the White Tiger is riding on the hidden stem ghost爻 (divination element), calamity will be severe; when the day of metal meets the spirit of Ding, misfortune will arise. The *Liu Ren Zhi Nan* records: In the year Jichou, during the second lunar month, using the戌 (dog) as the month general and starting the divination at the亥 (pig) hour to inquire about childbirth, the divination concluded: neither the mother nor the child can be saved. This is because the Hekui (another name for戌) has crossed over to the亥, blocking the fetus; the heavenly prison position has no divine force to break through, so how can the child come out? Moreover, the White Tiger is on the day stem, riding on the hidden stem ghost爻, and the子 (rat) water is riding on the wandering soul. The Heavenly Empress represents the mother, but is restrained by the Jiesha (calamity) of the nobleman at寅 (tiger). Therefore, neither the mother nor the child can be saved. Later, it indeed came true.

課體：重審，間傳，時遁。課義：初馬次丁，豈容少停，動因凶事，夜失匪寧。解曰：初傳之亥水，乃是驛馬。次傳之酉金，上乘遁丁。其孟動之狀，刻不容緩也。晝夜將乘元虎，而金日逢丁，事必因凶而動。元武臨支脫干，盜失之虞，必須預防，否則不得安枕而臥也。

This lesson pattern is called Re-examination, Intermediate Transmission, and Hourly Concealment. The lesson meaning says: the first transmission is the Post-horse, the second is the Ding spirit, which cannot stay for a moment; once it moves, it starts due to misfortune, and there is worry about theft at night, making it hard to rest. The explanation is: the first transmission is the亥 water, which is the Post-horse, and the second transmission is the酉 gold, which is covered by the concealed stem Ding fire. It shows a strong desire to act, which cannot be delayed for a moment. The heavenly generals are respectively riding the Black Tortoise and the White Tiger during day and night. With the metal day stem meeting the Ding spirit, the matter will certainly start due to danger. The Black Tortoise is on the day branch, which drains the energy of the day stem, indicating a hidden danger of theft that must be guarded against in advance, otherwise one cannot even rest soundly.

斷曰：課名時遁，孟隱而不能。傳名間退，孟進而不遂。支干之上神作六害，陰神作六破，尊卑義失，賓主相乖。四課之上，午為明鬼，申則遁丙，酉則遁丁，以一辛金而眾火爍之，可謂危矣。幸支上之亥水，足以敵鬼，以凶制凶，不致大害。然元白亦非吉神，終有侜張之患。

The interpretation states: The lesson is named "Hidden Movement," indicating a desire to hide but failure to conceal; the three transmissions are named "Interference and Retreat," showing an attempt to advance yet being unable to move forward. The day stem and day branch combine with the upper god to form the six harms, and the yin god forms the six breaks, causing the loss of the principle of hierarchy and the separation between guest and host. Among the four lessons, the presence of the noon (午) is clearly a ghost. The transmission from the hidden position of the monkey (申) is the fire of Bing, and the transmission from the rooster (酉) is the fire of Ding. A single metal of Xin is subjected to the burning of these fires, which is very dangerous. Fortunately, the water of the pig (亥) on the day branch is sufficient to counteract the ghostly trigram, using evil to control evil, thus avoiding major harm. However, the Yuanwu and Baihu are not auspicious deities, and there remains the danger of deceit and falsehood.

天時：水母臨日，水神發用，畢宿乘丁，必主驟雨。家宅：子孫乘虎乘元，雖能捍外，亦足傷身，須防盜賊。仕宦：官星甚旺，酉祿乘丁，占官最吉。求財：止宜靜守。婚姻：干支刑害，姻事不成。胎產：女孕難產。疾病：心經受病，或腎水涸竭，三月占不吉。逃亡：元武入廟，恐難捕獲。出行：馬臨宅上，即至。兵戰：金日逢丁，未見其利。

On weather: The star of the water mother is present on the day stem, and the water god is also the initiating transmission. The Net mansion is riding on the fire of Ding, which indicates a sudden heavy rain. On the household: The grandson's branch is riding on the White Tiger and the Black Tortoise. Although it can resist external troubles, it is also harmful to itself, so there is a need to guard against thieves. On official positions: The official star is extremely strong, and the metal of You is the lucky god riding on the fire of Ding, which is the most auspicious for official matters. On seeking wealth: It is only suitable to remain quiet and maintain what has been achieved. On marriage: The day stem and day branch are both in conflict and harmful, so the marriage matter cannot be discussed. On pregnancy and childbirth: The fetus is female, and the childbirth will be difficult. On illness: The illness is in the heart meridian, or the kidney water is exhausted, and the divination in the third month is not auspicious. On escape: The Black Tortoise returns to its own temple, so it is likely difficult to capture. On travel: The post-horse is on the house branch, so the person will arrive immediately. On military conflict: The metal day meets the Ding god, and there is no obvious benefit.

畢法云：金日逢丁凶禍動，虎乘遁鬼殃非淺，彼此猜忌害相隨。課經云：此課仕宦赴任極速，唯不孟年命上神，克六丁所乘之神。六壬秘要云：終來克始，遠行萬里，病蘇災止。又云：折覂三合待中傳，對沖日為克應。

The *Bi Fa Fu* says: When metal meets the spirit of Ding, misfortune will arise; when the White Tiger rides the hidden heavenly stem ghost爻, calamity will be severe; mutual suspicion leads to the coming of the six harmful influences. The *Ke Jing* says: In this divination, officials will take office very quickly, but one should not let the upper god of the person's birth year and age to overcome the god that the six Dings are riding. The *Liu Ren Mi Yao* says: When the final transmission turns back to overcome the first transmission, a person traveling far away will return, the sick person will recover, and disasters will cease. It also says: If the triple harmony formation is incomplete, one should wait for the middle transmission to make up for it, and the day that conflicts with the day of the event will be the day of response.

課體：別責，斬關，不備。課義：晝生可托，豈容動作，官德為空，未虎夜惡。解曰：未土生辛，晝乘天后，可以倚托。若不守其生而妄動投支，受丑之墓，名為不受福也。巳為日德，又為官星，乃係旬空，而晝蛇夜元，全然無氣。未土雖則生身，如夜占乘虎，禍患並出矣。

This lesson pattern is classified as "Bie Ze", "Zhan Guan", and "Bu Bei". The lesson interpretation says: During the day, there is a god that generates me which can be relied upon, so how can there be reckless actions? The official star and virtue god both fall into vacancy, and the earth of "Wei" becomes fierce when it arrives at night under the White Tiger. The explanation is: The earth of "Wei" can generate the metal of "Xin", and during the day it is under the Heavenly Empress, so it can be relied upon. If one does not hold onto this generation and support but acts recklessly towards the day branch, it will be captured by the earth of "Chou" into the storage, a term called "not receiving blessings". The fire of "Si" is the virtue god of this day and also the official star, but it falls into vacancy. During the day it is under the Teng Snake and at night under the Black Tortoise, completely lacking strength. Although the earth of "Wei" can generate the body, when it starts the lesson at night under the White Tiger, calamities will all arise.

斷曰：課名別責，謂別從其類，責取一神為用，陰陽全無剋制。凡事不備，事必倚仗他人，借徑而行。吉凶多繫於人，不干於己。干支各坐於墓，有弄巧成拙之象。

The statement says: "The name of the lesson is determined by another," meaning that there is no element to overcome among the four lessons, so one must select another similar element from the same category to serve as the initiating transmission. There is no overcoming on either the yin or yang side. Nothing is complete, and when doing things, one must rely on others and take indirect paths. Success or failure is mostly determined by others, not oneself. The day stem and day branch are each sitting on top of a storage position, indicating an image of making a mistake while trying to be clever.

天時：風伯臨干，陰而多風。家宅：太常刑丑，晝占恐動孝服。仕宦：官德皆空，功名不利。求財：未中雖有暗財，晝占可得，夜占取必攖禍。婚姻：干支相刑，女亦兇狠，不吉。胎產：陰既不備，當是男喜；課體別責，產定遲延。疾病：脾土受病，或腎水不足，換醫可療。遺失：夜占必失，武空難獲。出行：晝占可行。行人：干坐於墓，行者立至。兵戰：事多更變，終恐無益。

On weather conditions: The Wind God is present on the day stem, indicating cloudy skies and strong winds. On the household: Tai Chang is away from the刑丑 earth, and if the lesson is cast in the daytime, there may be a need for mourning. On official career: The official star and virtue god are both empty, indicating poor fortune in official matters. On seeking wealth: Although there is hidden wealth within the earth, if the lesson is cast in the daytime, it can be obtained, but if cast at night, it will certainly bring trouble. On marriage: The day stem and day branch are in conflict, and the woman's nature is fierce, which is not auspicious. On childbirth: Since the yin side is incomplete, it is a sign of a male child, but the lesson pattern is different, so the delivery will be delayed. On illness: There is a problem with the earth element or a deficiency in the water element, and changing doctors may cure it. On lost items: If the lesson is cast at night, the item will be lost, and the Black Tortoise is empty, making it difficult to recover. On travel: If the lesson is cast in the daytime, one can set off. On a traveler: The day stem is in the墓 position, so the traveler will arrive immediately. On military conflict: Many changes will occur, and in the end, it is likely to be unbeneficial.

畢法云：人宅坐墓甘招晦。課經云：天盤支干，皆坐於地盤墓上者，乃心肯意肯，情願受其闇昧。凡事皆自招其禍，切不可怨天尤人。不惟本身甘招其禍，且將家宅情願假借與人作踐也。斷驗云：戌刑干上未，丑刑支上戌，乃支干刑其上神，其上神又獲相刑，凡占皆無和氣。

The "Bifa Fu" says: When both the person and the dwelling are in the墓 position, it indicates a willingness to invite darkness and confusion. The "Ke Jing" states: When the day stem and day branch on the Heaven Plate are seated on the墓 position of the Earth Plate, it means a voluntary and willing acceptance of this darkness; all misfortunes are self-invoked, and one must not blame heaven or mankind; not only does the person willingly invite misfortune, but also willingly allows the family residence to be used by others for destruction. The "Duanyan" says: When the戌 position harms the day stem's 未, and the丑 position harms the day branch's 戌, this indicates that the day stem and day branch are being harmed by their superior deities, and these superior deities also harm each other. In such cases, whatever is divined will lack harmony.

課體：知一，從革，寡宿，天網。課義：空墓及丁，總是虛名，晝又賴貴，身宅夜迍。解曰：發用之巳鬼既空，中墓之丑墓亦陷，末傳之酉乘丁，為支所墓，則皆無力，非虛名而何。況晝貴臨身，群小自當斂跡。倘遇夜占，則貴人已去。辛金徒為午火所傷，而三傳金局脫支，丁火施其伎倆，則身宅不免迍邅矣。

This lesson pattern is classified as "Zhi Yi", "Cong Ge", "Guasu", and "Tian Wang". The lesson meaning states: "Kongwang, Mu Ku, and Ding Shen combine to form an empty reputation; during the day one can rely on the nobleman, but at night both person and dwelling are in distress." The explanation says: The initiating transmission, which is the巳 fire ghost line, has already fallen into Kongwang; the middle transmission, which is the丑 earth, is also trapped; the final transmission, which is the酉 metal, is occupied by Ding and is taken into the Mu Ku by the day branch, so all three are ineffective, which is nothing but an empty reputation. Moreover, during the day the nobleman is present, so the petty person naturally retreats; but if the lesson is cast at night, the nobleman has already left, and the辛 metal is harmed by the午 fire, the three transmissions of metal are draining the energy of the day branch, allowing the Ding fire to take advantage, and both the person and the dwelling will inevitably face difficulties.

斷曰：從革之課，事必從眾，同類相干。干支之上，午酉相破，官祿有傷。酉上乘丁，禍因祿動。巳午為明鬼，酉丁為暗鬼，一辛金而被五火燔炙，鮮不成燼，惟仕宦則又以吉論。

The interpretation states: This divination indicates a lesson of transformation and change, and when handling affairs, one must follow the will of the people, and those of the same kind should seek each other's help. The day stem and day branch clash with You (酉), causing damage to the official star and the禄神 (favorable position). The You branch is occupied by the Ding god, and misfortune arises from the禄位 (favorable position). The巳 and午 are open ghosts, while the酉 and丁 are hidden ghosts. A single Xin metal is burned by five layers of fire, and rarely does it not turn to ashes; however, for those in official positions, it should be interpreted as favorable.

天時：午火臨日，天罡指陽，無雨。家宅：宅上乘丁，人宅不寧。仕宦：貴人臨身，日祿臨宅，占官最吉。求財：財上乘丁，取之生患。婚姻：干支相破，晝占女子不潔。胎產：上強下弱，孕乃成男。疾病：肺家與大腸經受病，年命有水神相救，病始可痊。出行：陸路晝占猶可，水路甚是不吉。行人：天罡加孟，尚未啟行。兵戰：三合得金，恐有失眾之虞。墳墓：左首空陷不吉。

On weather: the fire of Wu is on the day stem, and the Tiangang points to the yang position, so there will be no rain. On the household: the house爻 is occupied by the Ding spirit, so both people and the house are not at peace. On officialdom: the nobleman is present, and the day's禄神 is also on the house, which is most auspicious for official matters. On seeking wealth: the wealth爻 is occupied by the Ding spirit, so taking it will lead to troubles. On marriage: the day stem and day branch are in conflict, and if the divination is done in the daytime, it indicates that the woman is not virtuous. On pregnancy: the upper spirit is strong and the lower spirit is weak, so the fetus is likely male. On illness: there is illness in the lung and large intestine meridians, and the illness can only be cured if there is a water spirit in the person's birth year. On travel: traveling by land is still acceptable, but traveling by water is extremely inauspicious. On a missing person: the Tiangang is on the fourth position of the four young months, so the person has not yet started the journey. On warfare: the triple harmony forms a metal group, so there is a risk of losing troops. On graves: the left side is hollow and depressed, which is inauspicious.

畢法云：權攝不正祿臨支，干支皆敗勢傾頹，鬼乘天乙乃神祇。課經云：日干之祿神，加干支上，或被支墓，或被支克。必因起造房宅，而失其祿。或被支脫，必因起造之事，以祿償債。三車一覽云：干上剋日，而辰上乘丁，主人災宅動，唯官職人占之，赴任極速。然宜晝占，不宜夜卜。

The *Bi Fa Fu* says: When the official star is located on the day branch, it signifies taking charge on behalf of others but with improper status; when both the day stem and day branch encounter a place of decline, the momentum is weakened; when the ghost爻 is riding on the heavenly yi nobleman, it indicates supernatural interference. The *Ke Jing* says: When the official star of the day stem is added to the day stem and day branch, if it is buried by the day branch or is overcome by it, it indicates losing the official position due to building a house; if it is drained by the day branch, it indicates usingofficial stipend to settle debts due to construction matters. The *San Che Yi Lian* says: When a god above the day stem overcomes the day stem, and the day branch also carries the ding deity, the person will suffer misfortune and the house will experience changes, but only those with official positions will be appointed quickly; however, this divination is suitable for daytime divination and not for nighttime卜.

課體：重審，斫輪，泆女，鑄印。課義：上雖承恩，彼力極輕，巳空卯敗，戌墓齊並。解曰：金生干巳，又為辛金之德神。臨於辛上，是上承恩德也。但巳火逢空，發用之卯木，乃德神之敗地。中傳之戌土，又墓德神，則有心無力，何益之有。

This lesson pattern is called Re-examination, Axing the Wheel, the Fleeing Woman, and Casting the Seal. The lesson meaning says: Although there is an inheritance of favor from above, the strength is extremely weak, because the巳 is in empty wasteland, the卯 is a place of failure, and the戌 is a storage place, all three coming together. The explanation is: Metal's growth is in巳, and巳 is also the virtue god of辛 metal. Now it is on top of辛, which is receiving favor from above. Unfortunately, the巳 fire meets empty wasteland, and the卯 wood, which is the place of the virtue god, is a place of failure. The middle transmission戌 earth further puts the virtue god into storage, so there is intention but no strength, and there can be no benefit.

斷曰：斫輪之課，本利求名。但巳為長生學堂，又為官星德神，而值旬空，未能一歲九遷也。惟巳年月建占之，方為元吉。占父母者亦然，凡事有始無終，虎頭蛇尾。

The interpretation says: The divination for cutting a wheel takes the image of a craftsman cutting wood to make a wheel, which originally is favorable for seeking fame and success. However, since the position of巳 is both the place of growth and the place of learning, and also includes the official star and virtue god, it falls into the empty period of the ten-day cycle, so it cannot achieve nine promotions within a year. Only when the year is巳 or when the month is built on巳 does it become very auspicious; the same applies when divining for parents. All things have a beginning but no end, leading to a situation that starts strong but ends weakly.

天時：日上乘火作空亡，火空則明，不能有雨。家宅：劫財乘暗鬼傷干，有手足爭財之象。仕宦：官德皆空，占官不利。求財：宜得陰私、闇昧之財。婚姻：官星空，女占男不吉。胎產：當是私胎，胎神臨絕受克，胎產皆凶。疾病：肺經受病，未能即愈。遺失：晝占被竊於東方，捕之可獲。出行：陸路不吉，水路亦凶。行人：天罡加仲，尚在中途。兵戰：旬空未能克敵。墳墓：流破旺方，不吉。

On weather: The day stem is riding on fire but falls into kongwang, fire falling into kongwang becomes brighter, so it does not rain. On the household:劫财 is riding on dark ghost to injure the day stem, indicating brothers and siblings fighting over money. On official position: Official star and virtue god both fall into kongwang, which is unfavorable for official position. On seeking wealth: It is suitable to gain hidden and secret wealth. On marriage: Official star falls into kongwang, the woman taking the divination for the man is unfavorable. On pregnancy: It is a pregnancy from secret relations, the fetal god is in the terminal position and is attacked, both pregnancy and childbirth are unfavorable. On illness: The illness is in the lung meridian, and it will not recover soon. On lost items: When the lesson is cast in the day, the item was stolen in the east, going to search can retrieve it. On travel: Traveling by land is unfavorable, traveling by water is also unfavorable. On people on the way: Tiangang is added to the four central positions, the person is still on the way. On warfare: The three transmissions fall into the ten heavenly voids, unable to defeat the enemy. On graves: The water flows and breaks the prosperous direction, which is unfavorable.

畢法云：不行傳者考初時。課經云：巳為爐，戌為印，卯為印模。戌中辛金，與巳中丙火作合，段煉鑄戌符印，故名鑄印。更遇太常，乃為印綬雙全。惟利仕宦，不利於庶人。倘值空亡，又曰鑄印不成，或官爵之事，成中有阻。照膽秘訣云：戌加卯上是合鄉，干支三傳理偏長，丙辛戊癸正相當，信至人歸見福昌。

The "Bifa Fu" says: When the three transmissions cannot be moved, one should look back at the initiating transmission and the time of divination. The "Ke Jing" says: "Si is the furnace, Xu is the seal, and Mao is the clay mold for making seals. The Xin metal hidden in Xu combines with the Bing fire hidden in Si, and after being refined, it forms a symbol and seal, so the name of this divination is casting a seal. If it also meets Tai Chang, then both the seal and its cord are complete, which is favorable for officials but not for common people. If it meets Kongwang, it is called an incomplete seal, or there will be obstacles in official matters." The "Zhaochan Mijue" says: "Xu placed on Mao is exactly a harmonious place. The day stem and day branch, along with the three transmissions, are especially detailed. Bing combines with Xin, and Wu combines with Gui, which is a perfect match. When news arrives, people return, indicating prosperity and good fortune."

課體：反吟，斬關，孤辰，井欄射。課義：天罡覆形，足又來並，初為日馬，虛動難行。解曰：天罡覆日，已見動徵。末傳為足，又遇辰土。而發用為驛馬，其動愈甚。但天罡遇空，亥亦落陷，不過虛動而已，不能揚鞭竟去也。

This lesson pattern is reverse chant,斩关,Guchen, and well shaft shooting. The lesson meaning says: The Tiangang is covering the day stem, and the final transmission, which represents the foot, also joins it, while the first transmission is still the day's post-horse, but it is only empty movement without actual movement. The explanation says: The Tiangang is pressing on the day stem, showing a sign of movement; the final transmission, representing the foot, meets the earth element of Chen; adding the initiating transmission, which is the post-horse, the momentum of movement becomes stronger. However, the Tiangang meets the kongwang, and亥 is also in decline, so it is just empty movement, ultimately unable to move forward.

斷曰：反吟之課，又逢罡馬皆動，意馬心猿，全無鞚勒。四課之上，五墓皆全。生之者固多，而撓之者亦復不少。三傳之中，初末皆空，獨餘中傳未土，乘蛇虎而沖刑。宅舍妻妾，當有不安。又初末空而中傳實者，名肩挑兩頭脫，不利動謀。

The interpretation states: The textbook of reverse chant has already become restless and uneasy, and it coincides with the movement of Tiangang and the Post-horse, causing the mind and thoughts to be uncontrolled and wandering. Among the four lessons, five types of tomb deities are all present; although there are many that support oneself, there are also many that disturb oneself. Within the three transmissions, the first and last transmissions are empty, leaving only the middle transmission unoccupied. It is occupied by the Teng Snake and White Tiger, which both attack and punish it. Therefore, there will be instability in the household and the wife and concubine. Moreover, since the first and last transmissions are empty while the middle transmission is filled, this is called shouldering both ends and being detached, which is unfavorable for initiating actions and planning.

天時：水運乎上，青龍與六合發用，陰雨之象。家宅：宅中反覆沖刑，不寧之至。仕宦：龍馬乘空，貴祿不見，占官不吉。求財：青龍已空，求之無益。婚姻：青龍與日上皆空，占婚不吉。胎產：子孫發用屬陰，孕乃成女，產速。疾病：脾土受病，腹中必有積塊，未能即愈。出行：力有不足。行人：行者立至。兵戰：青龍與六合發用，必見虛喜。墳葬：當成木局，辛乙向可以發丁。

On weather: Water vapor moves upon the Heaven Plate, with the Azure Dragon and Liu He (a heavenly general governing marriage and trade) acting as the initiating transmission, indicating the sign of rain and clouds. On the household: The house is repeatedly conflicting and injuring, reaching an extreme of instability. On officialdom: The Azure Dragon and the Post-horse both ride Kongwang, while the Nobleman and the禄神 (favor god) do not appear, indicating an unfavorable omen for official positions. On seeking wealth: The Azure Dragon has fallen into Kongwang, so seeking wealth will be of no benefit. On marriage: The Azure Dragon and the Day Stem's upper god both fall into Kongwang, indicating an unfavorable omen for marriage. On childbirth: The son or daughter爻 acts as the initiating transmission and is of a yin nature, indicating a female fetus, with childbirth happening soon. On illness: The spleen earth is diseased, and there will certainly be a mass in the abdomen, which will not recover quickly. On travel: There is insufficient strength to make the journey. On a person away: The person who has left will arrive immediately. On warfare: The Azure Dragon and Liu He act as the initiating transmission, indicating a certain emptiness and disappointment. On burial: The three transmissions should form a wood pattern, and facing from Xin to Yi will enhance the family's prosperity.

畢法云：兩貴受克難干貴。課經云：辛丑日辰加戌，為井欄射。中投辰上，末投日上，如井上加木，易欹易斜，不能長久。動則宜，靜則擾，事無憑依，一身兩用。縱遇吉神，亦是半遂。然直道則途窮，旁求則事就。君於道消，小人道長之象。

The *Bifa Fu* says: If both the day and night noblemen are overcome, it is difficult to seek the nobleman through the stem. The *Ke Jing* says: On Xinchou day, the day branch falls on Xu, forming a well mouth shooting. The middle transmission falls on Chen, and the final transmission falls on the day stem, like a wooden beam placed across the well mouth, which is easily tilted and cannot last long. This divination is suitable when it is active, but when it is still, it is disturbed, and the matter has no support, requiring one to bear the burden of two. Even if a good god appears, it can only satisfy half the wish. Going straight leads to a dead end, but finding a way around succeeds, indicating the image of the virtue of the gentleman declining and the way of the petty person growing.

課體：重審，勵德，蕪淫。課義：干乘旬尾，支乘旬始，交互相擒，進退難矣。解曰：卯乃旬尾，臨於干上。午乃旬首，臨干支上。且卯木克支丑，午火克干辛，是交互相擒也。卯作用神，進既受申金之克。退歸本家，又被辛傷，進退不甚艱難乎。

This lesson pattern is called Re-examination, Encouraging Virtue, and Wasteful Indulgence. The lesson meaning says: the day stem is at the end of a ten-day cycle, and the day branch is at the beginning of a ten-day cycle. They mutually restrain each other, making it difficult to advance or retreat. The explanation is:卯 (Mao) is the last position of the current ten-day cycle, positioned above the day stem; 午 (Wu) is the first position of the current ten-day cycle, positioned above both the day stem and day branch. The wood of Mao is able to restrain the earth of the day branch's Chou (丑), and the fire of Wu is able to restrain the metal of the day stem's Xin (辛). This is mutual restraint. The wood of Mao serves as the initiating transmission, advancing it is restrained by the metal of Shen (申), and retreating it is injured by the metal of Xin (辛). How difficult is it to advance or retreat?

斷曰：課名周遍，終始相宜。又曰蕪淫，夫妻不協。支乘敗氣而害支，宅必頹壞。胎神臨干而受克，孕必損傷。干乘六合，支乘六害，又有人憂我樂之象。

The interpretation states: The lesson is comprehensive, covering the entire ten-day cycle from beginning to end, with everything being appropriate. However, it is also called Wu Yin, indicating marital discord. The day stem is riding on a declining energy, which harms the day branch, leading to the inevitable decline and ruin of the residence; the Fetal Spirit (fetus spirit) is present on the day stem and is being overcome, resulting in harm to pregnancy. The day stem is riding on Liu He (Six Harmonies), while the day branch is riding on Liu Hai (Six Harm), and there is an image of others worrying while oneself is happy.

天時：水運乎上，天罡指亥，六龍昇天，不日有雨。家宅：晝貴臨宅，祖必居官，或占士庶，官訟難免。求財：宜得陰私閉口之財。婚姻：支干相破，又且交互相剋，名曰蕪淫，占婚最忌。仕宦：貴乘敗氣，亦不甚吉。疾病：晝虎乘墓，腹中必生積塊，且兩虎夾墓，病不易痊。遺失：晝元乘財，物必賊竊，元武陰陽交克，捕之極易。出行：陸路防失，水路可行。行人：天罡加孟，尚未啟行。兵戰：進退雖難，後卻無害。

On weather: Water vapor moves upon the Heaven Plate, and the Tiangang points to the Hai position, with many dragons ascending to the sky, rain is sure to come within a few days. On the household: The Nobleman is present on the house爻 during the day, indicating the ancestors must have held official positions; if divining for scholars or common people, legal troubles are inevitable. On seeking wealth: It is favorable to obtain hidden and secret wealth. On marriage: The Day Branch and Day Stem are in mutual destruction, and they also mutually control each other, called Wu Yin, which is most unfavorable for marriage divination. On officialdom: The Nobleman is riding a declining energy, which is not very auspicious. On illness: The White Tiger is riding the tomb god during the day, there must be a mass forming in the abdomen, and with two White Tigers surrounding the tomb, the illness is difficult to recover from. On lost items: The Black Tortoise is riding the wealth爻 during the day, the item must have been stolen by thieves; the Yin and Yang spirits of the Black Tortoise mutually control each other, making the search for the item extremely easy. On travel: Be cautious of theft when traveling by land, but traveling by water is acceptable. On people on the move: The Tiangang is placed on the four beginning positions, indicating the person has not yet started the journey. On warfare: Although advancing and retreating are difficult, there will be no harm in the future.

畢法云：首尾相見始終宜，夫婦蕪淫各有私，鬼乘天乙乃神祇。指南：二月戌將巳時占，曰：所占外官曾經降罰者。曰：何以知之？因日生龍，上克下故也。曰：兄任太平府，為錢糧降罰，有礙升遷否。曰：首尾相見，何礙升遷。青龍去支六位，初傳月建生官，中傳天馬為驛郵。七月內必升吳分兵憲，後果遷嘉湖驛傳。

The "Bifa Fu" says: If both the first and last heavenly stems of a ten-day period appear, and the beginning and end are harmonious, then the couple each have private intentions, which is a lesson of disorderly relationships; if the ghost爻 is riding on the heavenly nobleman, it is a case of divine interference. The "Liu Ren Zhi Nan" states: In the second month, take the dog (戌) as the month general, and start the lesson at the snake hour (巳). The practitioner says: The official you are consulting has been previously demoted. The person asks: How did you know? The practitioner answers: Because the day stem generates the azure dragon, and the upper god controls the lower god. The person says: My elder brother holds an office in Pingtai Prefecture, and was demoted for financial shortages, will this hinder his promotion? The practitioner answers: Since both the first and last heavenly stems of the ten-day period are present, how can it hinder promotion? The azure dragon is six positions away from the day branch, the first transmission is the month general and generates the official star, the middle transmission's heavenly horse clearly indicates a position related to transportation. Within seven months, he will certainly be promoted to the position of military supervisor in Wu region. Later, he was indeed transferred to the transportation office in Jiaxing and Huzhou.

課體：知一，從革，蕪淫，狡童。課義：交相剋戰，祿丁難戀，天網恢恢，吉凶立見。解曰：干上寅木克支，支上巳火克干，是交相剋戰也。發用之酉金，為日之祿神、旬遁得丁，落空坐克，晝將六合內戰，傳墓入墓，是祿不可戀也。巳為日干之長生，寅為支上之長生，交相滋生，固見吉矣。而彼此相剋，凶亦見焉。是我孟害人，人亦害我。我以善往，人亦以善來。所謂天網恢恢，吉凶立見者歟。

This lesson pattern is known as Zhi Yi, Cong Ge, Wu Yin, Jiao Tong. The lesson meaning says: both sides are mutually controlling and fighting, the禄神 and 丁神 should not be cherished, the heavenly net is vast yet sparse, and good and bad fortune are immediately evident. The explanation is: the寅 wood on the day stem is controlling the day branch, while the巳 fire on the day branch is controlling the day stem, which is mutual control and fighting. The酉 gold serving as the initiating transmission is the day's禄神, and in the ten-day cycle it is 丁, which has fallen into Kongwang and is seated in a position being controlled. During the day, the heavenly general六合 is still fighting internally, and the three transmissions'墓 also enters the墓, showing that this禄 cannot be cherished. The巳 is the day stem's growth, and the寅 is the day branch's god's growth, so they mutually nourish each other and show good fortune; however, both sides also mutually injure each other, so bad fortune also appears. This is me harming others and others harming me; I treat others with kindness, and they respond with kindness. What is meant by the heavenly net being vast and sparse, and good and bad fortune being immediately evident, is exactly this meaning.

斷曰：蕪淫之卦，人各異心。干支之上，寅巳相刑，陰神年酉，復又自刑，絕少和氣。祿神入墓，占官不吉，簾貴臨干，考試最宜。

The divination indicates: a lesson of disorder and indulgence, with everyone harboring different intentions. The day stem and day branch are in conflict with寅 and巳, and the metal element, which is the hidden god, is in conflict with itself, resulting in little harmony. The official star falls into the storage, which is unfavorable for official positions; however, the nobleman is present on the day stem, making it most suitable for predicting exam results.

天時：畢宿發用，但遭空陷，恐不能雨。仕宦：貴雖臨身，必須德祿填實，方有實濟，否則徒有虛聲而已。家宅：課名泆女，不正之象。求財：宜得兩處貴人財帛。婚姻：蕪淫作課，占婚不吉。胎產：女胎，防墮。疾病：心經之症，當遇良醫。捕獲：元武已空，賊盜難獲。出行：水路宜防夜失，陸路晝夜俱佳。行人：當有同伴人來。兵戰：發用龍合，出兵吉利。

On weather: The Net mansion takes the initiating transmission, but encounters Kongwang and falls into a trap, so rain is likely to be absent. On official career: Although the Nobleman is present, one must wait until the empty position where the virtue god and the fortune god fall is filled, then real help can be obtained; otherwise, it is only empty reputation. On the household: The lesson name is a wandering woman, indicating improper conduct. On seeking wealth: Wealth should be obtained from two Noblemen. On marriage: The lesson forms a disorderly union, indicating an unfavorable marriage. On pregnancy: A female fetus is carried, and there is a risk of miscarriage. On illness: It is a symptom of the heart meridian, and a good doctor should be encountered. On capturing: The Black Tortoise has fallen into an empty position, making it difficult to capture thieves. On travel: Traveling by water should beware of theft at night, while traveling by land is good both day and night. On a traveler: There will be a companion coming together. On warfare: The initiating transmission is the Azure Dragon and Liu He, indicating a favorable military campaign.

畢法云：貴雖坐獄宜臨干，彼此猜忌害相隨，傳墓入墓分憎愛，合中犯殺蜜中砒。神應經云：辛日初傳見於酉，必因兄弟及己身之祿而動。午加寅兩貴相加，事必涉兩貴而就。精蘊云：干支坐敗，人衰宅壞。要覽云：孟夏占升遷大吉。

The "Bifa Fu" says: Although a nobleman is seated in the position of imprisonment, if he is on the day stem, it is still appropriate; mutual suspicion leads to the six harmful influences following; if the three transmissions'墓 are also in墓, one must distinguish between affection and hatred; if a conjunction involves a凶杀, it is like adding arsenic to honey. The "Shenyingsheng" says: On a辛 day, if the first transmission meets酉, the matter will certainly be initiated by a brother or one's own禄 position; if午 is added on寅, it indicates two noblemen joining together, and the matter must involve two noblemen to be accomplished. The "Lunin Jingyun" says: If both the day stem and day branch are in a败 position, the person will be in decline and the house will be in disrepair. The "Yaolan" says: Starting a lesson in early summer is very auspicious for promotion.

課體：別責，斬關，寡宿，不備。課義：晝墓虎耽，若此者三，宅墮入晦，守德戒貪。解曰：丑乃日墓，晝乘白虎，一見於日上，兩見於傳中，耽耽而視者三，可謂極驚極危矣。日與辰各乘墓神，是宅必墮而人必晦也。惟宜守此初傳之空德，庶可少安。若貪生氣前往，遂被初傳空鬼所克，及中末墓虎傷害，禍患不可勝言矣。

This divination lesson has a pattern of separate blame, cutting off the gate, guasu, and incompleteness. The meaning of the lesson states: a white tiger is sitting on the day's墓神 during the day, and this combination appears three times, indicating that the house will collapse and family fortune will turn dark, and one should only hold onto the virtue spirit and avoid greed. The explanation says: the earthy branch of丑 is the墓库 of the day's stem, and during the day it is occupied by the white tiger. This appears once on the day's stem, and twice within the three transmissions, making a total of three instances of the white tiger watching intently, which is extremely dangerous. The day's stem and day's branch each carry the墓神, so the house must surely collapse and people will surely become confused and dark. At this time, one should only hold onto the virtue spirit in the first transmission, which is empty, to gain some stability; if one is greedy for life energy and moves forward, one will be attacked by the empty ghost in the first transmission, and also suffer harm from the middle and final transmissions'墓虎, leading to endless misfortunes.

斷曰：別責之課，事宜別圖，謀須改轍，方有所就。然發用之德神既空，不過虛譽空名而已。以彼我而論，支空干實，不可倚為腹心，諺所謂明月照溝渠者是也。

The interpretation says: Do not blame the current situation; the matter should be approached differently, and plans must be changed to achieve success. However, the deity initiating the transmission has already fallen into emptiness, amounting to nothing but empty reputation. Considering both sides, the day branch is empty while the day stem is filled, meaning the other party cannot be relied upon as a close confidant. This is exactly what the common saying means: the bright moon shines on the ditch, and good intentions are wasted.

天時：日上乘墓，發用火空，濃陰而已。家宅：支上乘墓，復作六破，昏晦破敗之象。仕宦：官德用空，占官不吉。求財：財神雖暗動，夜占可得。婚姻：支干相破，占婚不宜。胎產：陰神不備，孕乃成男，支干相破，孕凶產吉。疾病：腹中必生積塊，倘若年命有木神相救，始可言生。出行：陸路甚凶。行人：支墓臨支，行者立至。兵戰：主客不吉。

On weather: The day stem is riding on the Tomb Spirit (mound spirit), and the initiating fire is falling into emptiness, indicating only dense clouds. On the household: The day branch is riding on the Tomb Spirit, and forms the six breaks, indicating a dark and ruined appearance. On officialdom: The official star, virtue spirit, and initiating transmission all fall into emptiness, which is unfavorable for official matters. On seeking wealth: Although the wealth spirit is active in secret, one can succeed in obtaining wealth at night. On marriage: The day stem and day branch break each other, making marriage unfavorable. On childbirth: The yin side is incomplete, indicating a male fetus; the day stem and day branch break each other, suggesting danger during pregnancy but good fortune at childbirth. On illness: There must be a mass forming in the abdomen; only if the personal year has a wood spirit to save can one hope for survival. On travel: Traveling by land is extremely dangerous. On a person away: The Tomb Spirit (mound spirit) of the day branch is on the day branch, indicating that the person away will arrive immediately. On warfare: Both the main and opposing sides are unfavorable.

畢法云：干乘墓虎毋占病，干支乘墓各昏迷。課經云：六辛日白虎作墓臨干，占病不吉，更宜提防仇家，執而拯楚。冬占稍可，以丑至冬旺，可以作庫也。秘要云：華蓋逢空，喚醒夢中。

The "Bifa Fu" says: If the day stem is occupied by the Tomb Spirit White Tiger, do not use it to divinate about illness; if both the day stem and day branch are occupied by Tomb Spirit, both sides are dim and unclear. The "Ke Jing" says: On six days with the stem Xin, the White Tiger transforms into the Tomb Spirit and appears on the day stem, which is unfavorable for divination about illness and one should also be cautious of enemies capturing and torturing someone. In winter, the course of divination is slightly better, because the earth branch Chou becomes stronger in winter and can be used as a storage. The "Mi Yao" says: When the star Huagai meets Kongwang, it is exactly the right time to awaken the person from a dream.

課體：元首，蕪淫。課義：先交後爭，上下相刑，笑裡含毒，冬夜火驚。解曰：干上子水，與支丑相合。支上卯木，與干戌相合。交互相合，是先相交好也。既而干支之上神，子卯相刑，支與干又丑戌相刑，干辛克支卯，支丑克干子，是後相爭競也。合中見刑，豈非嘻笑之中，內含鴆毒乎。冬占卯為火鬼，夜將乘蛇克宅，宅中必有火燭之驚。

This lesson pattern is called "Original Head" and "Wu Yin." The lesson meaning says: first there is mutual friendship, then there is conflict, with mutual punishment between superior and inferior, smiling faces hiding poison, and a fire alarm during the night in winter. The explanation is: the water of the day stem and the earth of the day branch combine, and the wood of the day branch combines with the earth of the day stem, with mutual combination on both sides, which represents the initial friendly relationship. However, later the heavenly stem of the day and the heavenly stem of the day branch, which is the water and the wood, mutually punish each other, and the earth of the day branch and the earth of the day stem, which is the earth and the earth, also mutually punish each other. The metal of the day stem, which is the day stem, goes to punish the wood of the day branch, and the earth of the day branch goes to punish the water of the day stem. This is the later conflict. Combination with punishment, how can it not be smiling faces hiding poison? If the lesson is cast in winter, the wood becomes a fire ghost, and at night the heavenly general rides the Teng Snake to punish the domestic yao, so there will certainly be a fire alarm from candles at home.

斷曰：干上乘脫，晝乘天空，謂之脫空神，無中生有之象，不足取信。支上財神發用，晝乘元武克宅，盜賊難防。交車相合，大宜交涉財帛。干支各乘死神，諸事總宜休息。長生官德俱空，常人宜占，仕宦則忌。

The interpretation says: The day stem is riding on a spirit that releases energy, and during the day it also rides on Tian Kong, which is called the spirit of emptiness. This represents an image of something arising from nothing, so it should not be taken lightly. The wealth spirit on the day branch serves as the initiating transmission, and during the day it rides on the Black Tortoise to overcome the dwelling hexagram, so thieves should be constantly guarded against. The day stem and day branch interact and form a harmonious combination, which is most favorable for transactions and dealings involving money. The day stem and day branch each ride on the death deity, so it is best to pause and rest for all matters. The hexagram of growth, the official star, and the virtue spirit all fall into emptiness. For ordinary people, this is acceptable, but for officials, it is something to be cautious about.

天時：三傳遞生克水，天罡指陽，不能得雨。家宅：人宅不和，且防失盜。仕宦：貴祿不見，占官不利。求財：宜得闇昧驚恐之財。婚姻：干支相刑，占婚不吉。胎產：下弱上強，孕乃成男；上神相刑，惟產不忌。疾病：肝經受病，胸脅多風。出行：晝占防失，水路稍可。行人：天罡加孟，尚未起身。兵戰：宜防虛詐，未見有利。

On weather: The three transmissions turn around and generate each other, yet they overcome the water energy, and the Tiangang points to the yang position, so rain is not obtained. On the household: The person and the house are not in harmony, and one should also beware of theft. On officialdom: Neither the nobleman nor the禄神 appear, which is unfavorable for official positions. On seeking wealth: It is suitable to gain money that comes secretly and brings some fright. On marriage: The day stem and day branch are in conflict, which is unfavorable for marriage. On pregnancy: The lower deity is weak while the upper deity is strong, so the fetus is likely male; although the upper deity is in conflict, when it comes to childbirth, there is no need to be cautious. On illness: The illness is in the liver meridian, and there is much wind evil in the chest and ribs. On travel: When casting the divination in the daytime, one should beware of loss or theft, but traveling by water is still acceptable. On a traveler: The Tiangang is placed in the position of the four beginning months, so the person has not yet started moving. On warfare: One should be cautious of deceit and fraud, and there is no obvious benefit to be seen.

畢法云：空上逢空事莫追，夫婦蕪淫各有私，賓主不投刑在上，不行傳者考初時，罡塞鬼戶任謀為。匯函云：辛丑日卯加丑，乃初生中，中生末，末生干。但中空末陷，恐成虛話。倘年月並於本命，而又填實，亦可謂之三傳遞生人舉薦也。

The "Bifa Fu" says: If an empty position meets another empty position, there is no need to pursue further; if husband and wife each have private intentions, it is a lesson of improper relations; if the host and guest cannot agree, the root cause lies in the two divine spirits being in conflict; when the three transmissions cannot proceed, one should return to examine the initiating transmission and the time of divination; if the Tiangang blocks the ghost's entrance, no matter how one plans, it will be ineffective. The "Huihan" says: On Xinchou day, the卯 is placed on the丑, which means the first transmission generates the middle transmission, the middle transmission generates the final transmission, and the final transmission generates the day stem. However, if the middle transmission falls into an empty position and the final transmission is in a fallen position, it may just be an empty statement; if the year, month, and personal destiny are aligned, and the empty position is filled, then it can be considered that the three transmissions pass on to each other, and someone will recommend someone else.

課體：元首，進茹。課義：脫氣臨日，夜元走失，病訟深畏，取財宜疾。解曰：干上亥水，盜脫干氣。夜占乘武，走失無疑。晝占白虎脫干，勾陳克宅，病訟不免纏綿。寅為日財臨支，急宜取之，遲則反被丑土所墓，不能入手矣。

This lesson pattern is "Yuan Shou" and "Jin Ru." The lesson meaning says: the spirit that disperses energy is present on the day stem, and at night when it is accompanied by Yuan Wu, there will certainly be loss, illness, and lawsuits, which are all dangerous. To obtain wealth, one must act quickly. The explanation is: the亥 water on the day stem steals the energy of the day stem, and at night when the lesson is cast, it is accompanied by Yuan Wu, so loss is certain; during the day, the White Tiger steals the energy of the day stem, and "Gou Chen" (a heavenly general governing disputes, land, and lawsuits) also overcomes the house爻, so illness and lawsuits will persist. The寅 wood is the wealth爻 of this day and is located on the day branch, so one must hurry to obtain it. If delayed, it will be taken into the Storage by the丑 earth, and will not be obtained.

斷曰：進茹空亡，諸事不宜前進。干乘天羅，支乘地網。初傳入墓，末傳落空，總宜退益思退，方免釁端。三傳俱財，末空不能生起官星，仕宦得此，必主丁艱。

The interpretation says: advancing to take food but encountering Kongwang, all matters are unsuitable for further progress. The day stem is riding the Heavenly Net, and the day branch is riding the Earthly Net; the first transmission falls into the Storage, and the final transmission falls into Kongwang. One should retreat again and again, only then can one avoid troubles. All three transmissions are wealth threads, with the final transmission falling into Kongwang, unable to generate official stars. A person in official position who takes this divination will surely face the death of his parents and have to resign due to mourning.

天時：大風無雨。家宅：夜貴克宅，當受林下縉紳之欺。仕宦：貴人發用，夜占稍吉，但末遇空亡，有始無終之象。求財：爭訟得財，遲則化為烏有。婚姻：寅亥相合，事必有成，夜占女吉，恐非快婿。胎產：二陽包陰，孕必育女，干支相合，胎吉產遲。疾病：肝經受傷，速治即愈。出行：陸路防失，水路稍可。行人：干支相合，未酉日到。兵戰：只宜謹守，不宜妄動。

On weather: there is only strong wind, no rain. On the household: the nobleman in the night is attacking the house爻, indicating the household will be oppressed by local gentry. On official career: the nobleman is the initiating transmission, the night's divination is somewhat auspicious, but the final transmission meets kongwang, indicating an incomplete outcome. On seeking wealth: wealth is obtained through litigation, but it will eventually vanish if delayed. On marriage: yin and hai are in harmony, the marriage will certainly succeed; the night's divination favors the woman, but the son-in-law may not be satisfactory. On pregnancy: two yang爻 surround one yin爻, indicating a female fetus; the day stem and day branch are in harmony, the pregnancy is stable but the delivery is delayed. On illness: the liver meridian is injured, and prompt treatment will lead to recovery. On travel: traveling by land should beware of loss, while traveling by water is acceptable. On a traveler: the day stem and day branch are in harmony, the person will arrive on the sixth or eighth day. On warfare: it is advisable to be cautious and defend, rather than act rashly.

畢法云：所謀多拙逢羅網，傳財太旺反財虧(春占)，進茹空亡宜退步。精蘊云：課逢羅網，不能亨快。如年命上神，有沖破之者，名為破羅破網，或遇空亡，亦可免咎。指掌賦云：進連茹空，名曰聲傳空谷，退吉而進則不宜。天官論云：貴人臨寅為憑几，可渴見於家庭。玉華略云：勾陳主羅網之災。

The "Bifa Fu" says: encountering Luo Wang, the matters intended are mostly clumsy and difficult to achieve; when the three transmissions have excessive wealth, it is actually a loss of wealth (referring to classes started in spring); advancing while encountering Kongwang, it is advisable to retreat and defend. The "Liu Ren Jing Yun" says: encountering Luo Wang in the class, the matters cannot proceed smoothly; if the upper god of the birth year can break through it, it is called breaking Luo and breaking Wang, or if it coincides with Kongwang, it can also avoid calamities. The "Zhipang Fu" says: advancing continuously while encountering Kongwang in the three transmissions, it is called sound echoing through an empty valley, retreating is auspicious, but advancing is not advisable. The "Tian Gao Lun" says: if the Nobleman is on the寅 position, it is called relying on the platform, and one can meet calmly at home. The "Yuhua Lue" says: Gou Chen governs disasters such as Luo Wang.

課體：伏吟，元胎，勵德。課義：交合既有，祿破空守，中末空脫，晝遭賊手。解曰：寅與亥合，上下交互相合，是交合既有也。亥祿發用，上乘天空，故不可守。投於中傳，乃是脫氣，再投末傳，財遇旬空，未免仍歸干上。晝被天將所傷，故曰晝遭賊手也。

This lesson pattern is Hidden Chant (Hidden Chant), 元胎 (Original Fetus), and 励德 (Encouraging Virtue). The lesson meaning says: the image of union and combination is already complete, but the禄神 (favorable deity) is broken and cannot be held onto; both the middle transmission and the final transmission fall into emptiness and lose energy, and during the day one will suffer loss from thieves. The explanation is:寅 (Yin) and 亥 (Hai) combine, with mutual combination between upper and lower parts, so the image of union is already present. The亥 water禄神 serves as the initiating transmission, with Tian Kong (Heavenly Void) above it, so it cannot be held onto; it moves to the middle transmission, which is a deity that loses energy; then it moves to the final transmission, where the wealth爻 meets the旬空 (decade emptiness), and ultimately returns to the day stem. During the day, it is harmed by the Heavenly General (Heavenly General), so it suffers loss from thieves during the day.

斷曰：元胎之課，旺祿臨身，止宜靜守，不宜妄作。干支作六合，干支上下，亦作六合，大宜合本謀生。三傳迤邐生財，雖空不至失望。巳年月占之，財源自旺。占遇此者，始初必情投意合，後來卻脫耗無窮。

The divination states: This lesson indicates a situation of potential development and waiting for the right time, with a strong and prosperous禄神 (lucky god) appearing in the self. It is most suitable to remain calm and maintain existing conditions, and not to act recklessly. The day stem and day branch form Liu He (six harmonies), and the upper and lower gods of the day stem and day branch also form Liu He. It is most appropriate to合伙 (cooperate) and invest in business. The three transmissions gradually generate wealth, even though they may fall into emptiness, it does not lead to disappointment. If the lesson is cast in the year or month of巳 (snake), the source of wealth will naturally be abundant. Those who receive this lesson initially will have mutual affection, but later will experience continuous loss and expenditure.

天時：天地不動，雨占仍雨，晴占仍晴。家宅：人宅相生，有和美安寧之象。仕宦：貴人落空，祿被將克，占官欠利。求財：晝占宜得貴人之財。婚姻：支干相合，晝占乘合，可結朱陳。胎產：二陰包陽，妊乃成男，支干相合，產恐遲延。疾病：肝經受病，虛脫之症，即愈。出行：人宅相戀，行期自愆。行人：近者立至，遠者未來。兵戰：利主而不利客。

On weather: In a situation of hidden chant, the heaven plate and earth plate do not move; if it is raining when the divination is cast, it will still rain, and if it is sunny, it will still be sunny. On the household: The person and the house mutually generate each other, indicating a harmonious and peaceful situation. On officialdom: The nobleman falls into kongwang, and the official star is overcome by the heavenly general, indicating unfavorable fortune for official positions. On seeking wealth: During the day, it is favorable to gain wealth through the nobleman. On marriage: The day stem and day branch are in harmony, and the divination during the day is accompanied by liu he, indicating a favorable match. On pregnancy: Two yin lines envelop one yang line, indicating a male fetus; the day stem and day branch are in harmony, suggesting a possible delay in childbirth. On illness: The illness is in the liver meridian, indicating a condition of exhaustion, which will recover quickly. On travel: The person and the house are mutually attached, causing the departure date to be delayed. On a missing person: Those who are close by will arrive immediately, while those who are far away will not arrive yet. On warfare: Favorable for the main party but unfavorable for the opposing party.

畢法云：交車相合交關利，用破身心無所歸，旺祿臨身徒妄作，上下皆合兩心齊。秘要云：日德加亥為用，名德入天門，占試必中。蓋亥為天門，德者，得也。纂義云：冬占旺祿，守之自足，一或妄動，耗費勞碌。

The "Bifa Fu" says: When the Heavenly Stems and Earthly Branches meet in the vehicle, trade transactions are beneficial; when the initiating transmission meets a breaking, the mind and body have nowhere to rest; when the prosperous and official rank are present on the day stem, any movement is in vain; when both upper and lower are in harmony, the thoughts of both sides are consistent. The "Miyao" says: When the day stem's virtue god is added on the亥 and serves as the initiating transmission, it is called virtue entering the heavenly gate, and predicting an examination will certainly result in success; because亥 is the heavenly gate, and virtue means to gain. The "Zanyi" says: When starting a lesson in winter meets the prosperous and official rank, holding onto it naturally suffices, but once there is reckless movement, it results only in expenditure and toil.

課體：知一，退茹，斬關。課義：虎臨戊戌，身邊並立，同類相扶，其凶再及。解曰：戌遁得戊，晝夜皆乘白虎，則虎臨干作鬼傷干，壬雖汪洋，恐難堪矣。幸初傳子旺，中傳亥祿，俱為同類，自能相助。不知末傳，復遇天魁，其凶仍熾也。

This lesson pattern is known as "Zhi Yi", "Tui Ru", and "Zhan Guan". The lesson interpretation states: the White Tiger is positioned above Wu Xu, standing beside itself; although there are similar elements coming to assist, the danger still arises again. The explanation is: Wu earth retreats onto Xu, and both day and night are governed by the White Tiger, so the White Tiger is present on the day stem, transforming into a ghost line to injure the day stem. Although the壬 water is vast and mighty, it may still not be able to withstand this. Fortunately, the first transmission is Zi water, which is strong, and the middle transmission is Hai water, which is the禄神, both being similar to the day stem and thus able to assist. Who would have thought that the final transmission encounters Tian Gui Xu earth, and the ominous trend remains intense.

斷曰：退茹之課，又兼魁度天門，而干支復拱三傳，凡占有擁遏不行之象。如占人年命，在支干之外，名透關格，方能塞極而通。青龍旺神發用，中祿末官，催官符至，仕宦占之最吉。

The interpretation states: The textbook of retreat and consumption has gradually receded step by step, and also involves the influence of the戌 (Xu) added to亥 (Hai) with the degree of the魁 (Kui), combined with the day stem and day branch enclosing the three transmissions in the middle. Whatever is being divined shows an image of obstruction and blockage. If the person's birth year and destiny fall outside the day stem and day branch, this is called the Transcending Obstruction Pattern, and only then can the extreme blockage turn into smooth flow. The Azure Dragon, which is a prosperous deity, serves as the initiating transmission. The middle transmission is the禄 (Lu), and the final transmission is the官 (Guan). The symbol of promoting officialdom is approaching, making it most auspicious for someone in officialdom.

天時：日被關格，太陽必掩，水被關格，陰雲無雨。家宅：支上與初傳作牛女合，夏占必有婚姻之喜。仕宦：催官臨子，夜祿帶綬，占官最吉。求財：青龍乘劫財羊刃之上，取之必有所傷。婚姻：支干相刑，占婚不利。胎產：下強上弱，二陽包陰，女孕產速。疾病：腹中之疾，或腎水不足，難愈。盜逃：夜元臨子，被支干關格夾定，捕之必獲。出行：陸路最凶。行人：天罡加孟，尚未啟行。兵戰：課名關格，恐不能動。

On weather: sunlight is blocked by the obstruction, so the sun will be obscured; water vapor is also blocked by the obstruction, resulting in only dark clouds but no rain. On the household: the day branch's heavenly spirit and the first transmission form a conjunction between Cow and Female Ox, so if the lesson is cast in summer, there will be joy from marriage. On officialdom: the official promotion spirit is located on the Zi position, and the night's luck spirit carries the seal, which is the most auspicious for official matters. On seeking wealth: the Azure Dragon is on the劫财 and Yangren, so the pursuit will certainly suffer damage. On marriage: the day stem and day branch are in conflict, so the fortune for marriage is unfavorable. On childbirth: the lower spirit is strong while the upper spirit is weak, with two yang lines wrapping around one yin line, indicating a female fetus, and the delivery will be quick. On illness: it is a disease in the abdomen, or a deficiency of kidney water, which is difficult to cure. On theft and escape: the Black Tortoise is on the Zi position at night, and is caught between the obstruction of the day stem and day branch, so the capture is certain. On travel: traveling by land is most dangerous. On people on the move: the Tiangang is on the four young positions, so the person has not yet started. On military conflict: the lesson name is 关格, so it is likely that military action will not be taken.

畢法云：干乘墓虎毋占病，二貴皆空虛喜期，虎乘遁鬼殃非淺，虎臨干鬼凶速速。課經云：辰加巳，晝夜天將皆乘螣蛇，地盤巳亦螣蛇之位，是名兩蛇夾墓，占病必有積塊在腹，以致不救。或行年在辰，其病尤急。如年命居亥，乘戌用虎沖蛇，亦名破墓，庶得少延。指掌賦云：子亥戌為重陰，安嘉遁之形，寧甘沒齒。

The "Bifa Fu" says: If the day stem is occupied by the Tomb Spirit White Tiger, it should not be used to predict illness; if two noblemen fall into the empty position, good news is just an empty date; if White Tiger rides the遁干 ghost爻, the calamity is severe; if White Tiger is on the day stem and transforms into a ghost, misfortune comes quickly. The "Ke Jing" says: If the辰 is placed on the巳, the heavenly generals during day and night both ride the Teng Snake, and the巳 position on the earth plate is originally the position of Teng Snake, this is called two snakes enclosing the tomb, and predicting illness will certainly indicate a mass in the abdomen, leading to an inevitable death; if the year pillar is on the辰, the illness is especially critical. If the original destiny's year pillar is on the亥, riding the戌 and using White Tiger to冲 Teng Snake, this is also called breaking the tomb, perhaps it can slightly prolong life. The "Zhipang Fu" says: The three transmissions of Zi, Hai, and Xu represent a heavy yin image, being content with a peaceful and reclusive posture, it is better to remain out all one's life.

課體：元首，間傳，驀越。課義：先生後敗，午財休賴，助起初傳，戌虎無奈。解曰：干上酉金，能生壬水。支上子水，能生寅木。但壬水敗於酉，寅木敗於子，豈非先生而後敗。末傳之午火，雖是日財，但能生起初傳之虎鬼而傷日干，日干亦奈之何哉。

This lesson pattern is called Yuan Shou, Jian Chuan, and Mo Yue. The lesson meaning says: first receiving a benefit, then encountering failure; the wealth hexagram of the noon fire is unreliable, as it supports the first transmission, and the white tiger on the戌 position leaves one helpless. The explanation is: the酉 gold on the day stem can generate the壬 water, and the子 water on the day branch can generate the寅 wood; however, the壬 water is weakened by the酉, and the寅 wood is weakened by the子, so it is not receiving benefit before encountering failure. Although the noon fire in the final transmission is the wealth hexagram of the day, it only serves to generate the ghost formed by the white tiger in the first transmission to harm the day stem; how can the day stem deal with it?

斷曰：課名驀越，事豈忽然。戌為明鬼，遁出戊土為暗鬼。明暗二鬼相併，又乘白虎，可謂至凶至急。惟貴人遇此，則主威權獨任，武達文通。末財生官，大宜納粟。若問求財，則財化為鬼，必生禍端。

The judgment states: The name of the divination indicates a sudden occurrence, and matters often come abruptly. The hour of Xu is clearly a ghost, and when it escapes from the earth element Wu, it becomes a hidden ghost. Both the visible and hidden ghosts are present together, and it is accompanied by the White Tiger, which signifies extreme danger and urgency. However, if a Nobleman is involved in this divination, he will hold great power and be successful in both military and scholarly pursuits. The final transmission of wealth generates officials, making it most suitable to donate grain and rice in pursuit of official rank. If the question is about seeking wealth, the wealth turns into a ghost, inevitably leading to trouble.

天時：酉宿臨日，龍虎發用剋日，有雨。家宅：青合生支，必多喜慶。仕宦：催官甚速，占名最利。求財：宜得婦女陰私之財。婚姻：晝占頗吉，患在難就。胎產：占逢七月，妻必有孕，夜占乃係私胎，上強下弱，孕乃成男，子母相破，孕凶產吉。疾病：腎水枯涸之症，病勢極篤。盜賊：晝占則向西南貴人家捕之，夜占則向東南貴人家捕之。出行：晝占水陸皆佳，夜占陸路欠利。行人：天罡加仲，尚在中途。兵戰：利主不利客。

On weather: The酉 (You) star is present on the day stem, with the Azure Dragon and White Tiger acting as the initiating transmission to overcome the day stem, indicating rain. On the household: The Azure Dragon and Liu He support the day branch, meaning there will be much joy in the family. On official career: It greatly accelerates promotion, and is most favorable for achieving fame and status. On seeking wealth: It is suitable to obtain money from women's private funds. On marriage: The course cast in the daytime is quite auspicious, but the problem is that the marriage may not be completed. On pregnancy: If the course is cast in July, the wife is certainly pregnant; if cast at night, the pregnancy is due to private relations. The upper deity is strong and the lower deity is weak, indicating a male fetus; if the child and mother are in conflicting positions, the pregnancy is ominous but the delivery is favorable. On illness: This indicates a condition of dryness in the kidney water, and the illness is extremely severe. On thieves: If the course is cast in the daytime, search for the thieves at the Southwest nobleman's house; if cast at night, search at the Southeast nobleman's house. On travel: If the course is cast in the daytime, both water and land routes are favorable; if cast at night, traveling by land is less favorable. On a traveler: The Tiangang is placed on the fourth cardinal position, indicating the person is still on the way. On warfare: It is favorable for the main side and unfavorable for the opposing side.

畢法云：二貴皆空虛喜期，虎乘遁鬼殃非淺，末助初兮三等論。課經云：壬寅日戌加子發用，夜將乘龍剋日，乃幸中之不幸。中傳申金，夜乘白虎生干，乃不幸中之幸，此為一喜一悲。神定經云：干上酉作敗氣，又為破碎，必宅中有人不利，日致衰殘。

The "Bifa Fu" says: When two noblemen are in empty positions, good news is just an empty promise; when the white tiger rides upon the hidden stem ghost爻, calamity is not light; when the final transmission supports the first transmission, it should be divided into three categories for discussion. The "Ke Jing" says: On the day of Renyin, the hour戌 is placed upon Zi as the initiating transmission, and at night the heavenly general rides the azure dragon to attack the day stem, which is a misfortune within fortune; the middle transmission, the metal of Shen, rides the white tiger at night to generate the day stem, which is fortune within misfortune, thus a mixture of joy and sorrow. The "Shen Ding Jing" says: The metal酉 on the day stem is both a defeated and broken energy, indicating that someone in the family will have difficulties, and the situation will gradually weaken and deteriorate day by day.

課體：元首，元胎，不備，寡宿。課義：生被虎攻，往就徒空，舍益就損，終身困窮。解曰：申乃水之長生，夜占乘虎，不敢守也。遂投初傳巳財，而巳乃旬空，就之無益。再投中傳寅木，又是脫氣，復投末傳，仍是本家。別無所往，是舍益我之申金，而就損我之寅木。生我者去，而脫我者存，未有不終於貧困者也。

This lesson pattern is classified as Yuan Shou, Yuan Tai, Bu Bei, and Guasu. The interpretation says: the god of growth is attacked by the White Tiger; even if it flees to the other side, it is in vain. Abandoning the beneficial and accepting the harmful, one will remain in poverty all one's life. The explanation is: the metal of Shen is the growth of water. When the lesson is cast at night, it is governed by the White Tiger, making people afraid to guard it. Then it turns to the first transmission's Si fire wealth爻, but Si falls in the旬空, so it is of no benefit. Then it turns to the middle transmission's Yin wood, but Yin wood is also the god that drains energy. Then it turns to the final transmission, which returns to its original position. There is no other place to go, which is like abandoning the beneficial Shen metal and accepting the harmful Yin wood. The one that nourishes me has left, and the one that drains me remains. There is no way to avoid ending up in poverty.

斷曰：元胎之卦，干乘支馬，支乘干祿，所謂富貴課也。但支乘六合，干乘六害，有己勞人逸之象。

The interpretation says: A lesson of origin and development indicates a situation of waiting for the right time for conception and growth. The day stem is riding on the Post-horse of the day branch, and the day branch is riding on the禄神 of the day stem, which is referred to as a prosperous and noble lesson. However, the day branch is riding on Liu He while the day stem is riding on六害, indicating an image of one's own toil and others' ease.

天時：日坐長生，巳火空明，不能得雨。家宅：以干就支而生支，必有營建屋宇之事。仕宦：財貴雖空，遞生不畏，至吉之象。求財：晝占宜得貴人之財；夜占宜得婦女之財。婚姻：下和上害，患在不成。胎產：二陰包陽，男胎防病。疾病：肝腎兩經之病，雖不為害，亦難即瘥。行人：干支相會，寅申日來。出行：課體雖吉，出行不利。兵戰：元白生身，不幸中幸。墳葬：甲龍入首，乾巽向吉。

On weather: The day stem is in the position of growth, and the fire in the fourth hour falls into kongwang but still shines clearly, so there will be no rain. On the household: The day stem approaches the day branch and generates the day branch, indicating that there must be some house building or renovation in the family. On official career: Although the wealth element and the nobleman fall into kongwang, the three transmissions generate each other in sequence, so there is no need to be afraid, which is a very auspicious sign. On seeking wealth: If the lesson is cast in the daytime, it is favorable to gain wealth from the nobleman; if cast at night, it is favorable to gain wealth from women. On marriage: The lower part is harmonious but the upper part is harmful, the problem lies in the fact that the marriage cannot be completed. On pregnancy: Two yin elements surround one yang element, indicating a male fetus, and one should be cautious of the child having illness. On illness: The disease is related to the liver and kidney meridians, although it is not very harmful, it is difficult to recover quickly. On a traveler: The day stem and day branch meet, the person will arrive on a寅 day or申 day. On travel: Although the lesson pattern is auspicious, going out is not favorable. On warfare: The yuanwu and baihu elements come back to generate me, which is a fortunate thing in an unfortunate situation. On burial: If the dragon of jia enters the beginning, and the grave is oriented from qian to xun, it is favorable.

畢法云：權攝不正祿臨支，富貴干支逢祿馬，互生俱生凡事益，彼此猜忌害相隨。古鑑：癸未生人，九月辰將未時占前程，曰：支干皆得上神之生，貴人發用，功名可取。但嫌貴空，又見元武滯神，非科第中人。申為金類，巳為爐冶，當先任銅鐵，次任水運之官，蓋寅木上見六合為船隻，亥為江湖故也。

The *Bifa Fu* says: When the禄神 is on the day branch, it indicates taking over power on behalf of others but with an improper status; when both the day stem and day branch meet the禄神 and The Post-horse, it signifies wealth and honor; if they mutually generate each other and both are supported, all matters will be beneficial; if they are suspicious of each other, the six harms will follow. The *Gujian* records: Those born in the year Guiwei, in September, with the month general being Chen and the hour of Wei for the divination of future prospects, the interpretation states: both the day stem and day branch are supported by the heavenly powers, the nobleman is the initiating transmission, and official rank can be attained; however, the nobleman falls into emptiness, and the Black Tortoise, a hindrance, appears, indicating that this person is not on the proper path of the imperial examination. The branch Shen belongs to metal, and Si is the furnace, so this person should first serve as an official managing copper and iron, then as one managing water transport; because the branch Yin has the Liu He, which symbolizes boats, and Hai is the river and lake.

課體：重審、炎上、斬關、勵德。課義：財傳化鬼，刃蜜休舐，晝虎戊戌，凶災甚矣。解曰：三傳火局，日之財也。生起干上之未土，反來傷干，是財化為鬼矣。刃上之蜜，焉可舐乎。況戊戌明暗二鬼，乘虎傷干，其凶災已甚，所當思患預防也。

This lesson pattern is characterized as re-examination, ascending fire, cutting the gate, and cultivating virtue. The interpretation states that the three transmissions transform into wealth, which then becomes a ghost; do not lick the honey on the blade. During the day, the White Tiger is riding on Wuxu, which intensifies misfortune. The explanation is that the three transmissions form a fire pattern, originally representing wealth for the day stem; however, it generates and strengthens the earth element of the day stem's hexagram, which in turn harms the day stem. This is why wealth turns into a ghost. The small amount of honey on the blade, where can you lick it from? Moreover, the combination of Wu and Xu represents two layers of ghosts, and the White Tiger further injures the day stem, making misfortune very severe. One should therefore anticipate potential troubles and take precautions in advance.

斷曰：炎上之課，下合上刑，雖三六相呼，而三傳迤邐生鬼，止宜攜財告貴，納粟奏名。若問求財，必起爭訟。未乘太陰加亥，主有小兒婚姻之事。

The interpretation states: This divination shows a fire nature that rises upward. Below it there is harmony, but above there is punishment. Although there is a triple harmony and a liu he (mutual support) between them, the three transmissions lead step by step to the emergence of ghosts. Therefore, it is only suitable to go with wealth to seek the nobleman or to donate grain and rice in order to seek official rank. If asking about wealth, it will certainly cause disputes. The earth element of wei is riding on tai yin (a heavenly general associated with secrecy and concealment) and is placed on hai, indicating matters concerning the marriage of a child.

天時：三傳炎上，天罡指陽，極晴無雨。家宅：晝占官訟甚凶，夜占財喜入宅。仕宦：催官發用，占官最吉。求財：宜得婦女陰私之財。婚姻：晝占不佳，夜占乃吉。胎產：下強上弱，孕乃成女；胎神逢合，孕吉產凶。疾病：腎水大虧，宜制土養水，難愈。遺失：夜占財上乘元，必是賊竊。出行：陸路不吉，水路更凶。行人：天罡加孟，尚未啟行。兵戰：晝占則凶，夜占則吉。

On weather: The three transmissions form a fiery upward pattern, the Tiangang points to the yang position, indicating extremely clear skies with no rain. On the household: If the divination is cast during the day, legal matters are extremely unfavorable; if cast at night, there will be good fortune and joy from wealth entering the house. On officialdom: The god promoting officialdom serves as the initiating transmission, which is most favorable for official matters. On seeking wealth: It is suitable to obtain money from women's private funds. On marriage: Divination during the day is unfavorable, but divination at night is favorable. On pregnancy and childbirth: The lower deity is strong while the upper deity is weak, indicating a female fetus; the fetal deity also meets the Liu He, which is favorable for pregnancy but unfavorable for childbirth. On illness: The kidney water is greatly deficient, and it is necessary to restrain the earth energy to nourish the water energy, making recovery difficult. On lost items: If the divination is cast at night and the wealth element is occupied by the Black Tortoise, it is certain that the item was stolen by a thief. On travel: Traveling by land is unfavorable, and traveling by water is even worse. On travelers: The Tiangang is placed on the fourth young position, indicating that the person has not yet started their journey. On warfare: Divination during the day is unfavorable, but divination at night is favorable.

畢法云：虎乘遁鬼殃非淺，萬事喜忻三六合，賓主不投刑在上。神應經云：戌加寅，青龍作鬼，若年命是寅，求謀遷轉之事可成，應在庚戌日。纂義云：午加戌上乘天后，主婦人癆疾，終不能痊。括囊賦云：戌為白虎兮，犬驚。指掌賦云：戌午寅為就燥，行合中庸。

The *Bifa Fu* says: When the White Tiger is on the hidden stem ghost爻, calamity is severe; when Triple Harmony and Liu He are both present, all matters bring joy; if the host and guest cannot agree, the root cause lies in the two gods being in conflict. The *Shenyingsheng* says: When戌 is placed on寅, the Azure Dragon becomes a ghost爻; if one's birth year and current year are both寅, then seeking promotion or transfer will succeed, and the expected time is on Gengxu day. The *Zanyi* says: When午 is placed on戌 and also carries the Heavenly Empress, it indicates a woman will suffer from consumption and will not recover. The *Kuanang Fu* says:戌 is the White Tiger, indicating disturbance from dogs. The *Zhipang Fu* says: The trinity of戌,午, and寅 is called "Zao" (dryness), and actions conform to the middle way.

課體：重審，六儀，四絕。課義：因財求利，有妨生計，占長上凶，甘招昏滯。解曰：午乃日財，臨干發用，迤邐生至末傳之申，為壬之長生生氣，是壬之利也。無如上乘白虎，午火克之，丑土墓之，歸於無用，則是以財求利，而反有妨於生計也。如占長上則見凶，如占生計則有礙。又支干各自坐墓，互相脫敗，非甘心自招其昏滯乎。

This lesson pattern is called Re-examination, with Six Instruments and Four Extremes. The interpretation says: relying on wealth to seek profit, only hinders livelihood; divining for superiors brings misfortune, as if willingly inviting confusion and blockage. The explanation is: the fire of Wu is the day's wealth element, located on the day stem and acting as the initiating transmission, generating through successive steps to the final transmission of Shen metal. Shen is the long life and life qi of Ren water, which should be beneficial to Ren. Unfortunately, Shen is occupied by the White Tiger, and is also overcome by Wu fire and contained by Chou earth in the storage, ultimately becoming useless. Therefore, using wealth to seek profit only hinders livelihood. Divining for superiors brings misfortune, while divining for livelihood causes obstacles. Moreover, both the day stem and day branch are sitting on the storage, mutually draining and deteriorating, which is precisely willingly inviting confusion and stagnation.

斷曰：四絕之課　止宜結絕舊事。初遭夾克，財不自由。午酉相刑，又為四勝煞，主有剛愎自用之意。七月占妻當懷孕。

The interpretation states: A lesson of four extremes indicates a situation of separation and resolution, suitable only for concluding past matters. The first transmission is sandwiched between two forces and is under attack, indicating that financial matters are not under one's control. The combination of Wu and You creates mutual conflict, forming the Four Victory Evil Star, suggesting a stubborn and self-willed nature. If the lesson is cast in the seventh month, it indicates that the wife is already pregnant.

天時：午火發用，迤邐生日，主晴。家宅：破碎臨支克宅，宅宇不能無損。仕宦：三傳遞生，當有薦舉。求財：財爻臨身，不求自至。婚姻：支干相破，占婚不吉。胎產：女孕，產遲。疾病：肝經與肺受傷，醫之可愈。出行：夜占防失。行人：天罡加仲，尚在中途。兵戰：權不自己，出兵不寧。

On weather: the fire of the hour of Wu serves as the initiating transmission, and through successive generations it comes to birth the day stem, indicating clear weather. On the household: the broken spirit is present on the day branch and also overcomes the house爻, so the house will inevitably suffer damage. On officialdom: the three transmissions successively generate each other, indicating that someone will recommend a person. On seeking wealth: the wealth爻 is on the self, so wealth will come without seeking. On marriage: the day branch and day stem clash, indicating an unfavorable omen for marriage. On pregnancy: a female fetus is carried, and the delivery will be delayed. On illness: the liver and lung meridians are injured, but the illness can be cured. On travel: during the night, there is a risk of loss or theft. On a person on the way: the Tiangang is placed on the four central positions, indicating that the person is still on the way. On warfare: the military authority is not in one's own hands, and the army will not be at peace.

畢法云：初遭夾克不由己，賓主不投刑在上。古鑑：辰將酉時占前程，曰：壬以申為父，臨丑是在墓中。上見白虎，主白蟻蛀骨。日上見午為妻，又為眼目，下受水克，主妻病目。丑為田，午為屋，午受水克，其屋必壞。丑在午後，且被午生，是拆屋為田。宅上酉為敗氣，又為破碎，宅中主男女皆被酒所破敗也。後果驗。

The "Bifa Fu" says: If the first transmission is trapped and subjected to conflict, the matter is beyond one's control; if the host and guest cannot agree, the root cause lies in the conflict between the two heavenly stems. The "Gujian" records: Using the hour of Chen as the month general and starting the divination at the hour of You to inquire about the future, the practitioner said: The壬 water takes the申 metal as its father, and since the申 is located on the丑, it falls into the grave; above it there is the White Tiger, indicating that the bones of ancestors in the grave are eaten by termites. The day stem has the午 fire as the wife, and the午 also represents the eyes; below it is water that overcomes it, indicating the wife suffers from eye disease. The丑 represents land, and the午 represents the house; since the午 is overcome by water, the house must be damaged; the丑 comes after the午 and is generated by the午, meaning the house is torn down and converted into land. The酉 metal on the dwelling爻 is both a declining and broken element, indicating that both men and women in the family will be ruined by wine and lust. Later, it indeed came true.

課體：反吟，元胎，勵德。課義：錢財虛耗，來往逢盜，面前和合、兩貴難靠。

"Lesson Pattern" refers to the overall structure type of a divination lesson. This case combines three patterns: "Reverse Chant" (Heaven Plate deities and Earth Plate each conflict with one another, indicating unpredictable human affairs), "Original Fetus" (the vital energy is just beginning to emerge, having form but no substance), and "Encouraging Virtue" (the Nobleman is located in the卯 or酉 position, indicating that a gentleman can achieve success only by striving to cultivate virtue, while common people will often be stingy and reluctant). "Lesson Meaning" is a four-character rhyming summary that outlines the overall fortune and misfortune of the case. In this case, the summary indicates: money is merely a nominal figure, eventually dissipating; both coming and going are met with the atmosphere of theft and leakage; the Day Stem and Day Branch, along with the two upper deities, appear to be mutually harmonious on the surface, seeming very harmonious; however, the two Noblemen of day and night are both restrained, meaning that relying on the Nobleman to accomplish tasks will ultimately come to nothing.

解曰：巳乃日財，空臨干上，故錢財虛耗也。寅為日之盜氣，初末皆寅，是往來皆盜矣。支干之寅亥相合，上神之巳申相合，面前何其和美。而寅巳相害，亥申相害，背後之相傷實多，又兩貴皆坐克方，告謁者必難倚靠也。

The day stem is Ren, which belongs to water. The fire in Si is overcome by the water of Ren, which is the wealth hexagram of the day stem. Now, Si is located in the empty position of the ten-day cycle and is placed directly above the day stem, so wealth is merely an empty shell and a futile expenditure. The wood in Yin steals the energy of the water of Ren, which is the thief god of this day. In the three transmissions (the first, middle, and final transmissions, the three stages of divination), both the first and final transmissions are Yin, meaning the source and destination are both blocked by the thief's energy. Looking at the day branch, which is Yin, the water of Ren is temporarily located in Hai. Yin and Hai form a harmonious relationship. The upper god above the day stem is Si, and the upper god above the day branch is Shen, which also form a harmonious relationship, showing a very harmonious appearance. However, Yin and Si are in a harmful relationship, and Hai and Shen are also in a harmful relationship, indicating more hidden damage. Additionally, the nobleman of day and night are both sitting in positions that control the day stem, so any requests or appeals will certainly lack support.

斷曰：驀越之課，脫氣發用，晝占則失盜難免，夜占則卑幼見憂。然能守之勿失，則初末尚可以生干上之空財，亦名取還魂債也。

The interpretation states: This is a "Moyue lesson" (the first transmission jumps over the day stem and day branch, with an unrelated deity suddenly initiating the transmission, making the matter come abruptly). The initiating transmission is also the寅 wood, which steals the energy of the day stem. If the divination is done in the daytime, losses such as theft or disappearance are difficult to avoid; if done at night, there will be worries concerning the younger generation or servants. However, as long as one can hold onto what they have and not let go easily, the寅 wood in the first and final transmissions can actually generate and support the巳 fire wealth爻 that was previously ineffective on the day stem. In the school of壬, this situation is called "taking back a soul debt" — originally thinking a debt was lost, in the end it is reclaimed.

天時：晴占得雨，雨占得晴。家宅：晝占則尊長有和合之事，夜占則尊長有病訟之虞。仕宦：貴祿皆空，占名不吉。求財：財爻已空，求之無益。婚姻：晝占吉，夜占不利。胎產：下強上弱，孕乃成女；合中帶破，產孕皆宜。

Heavenly Weather: Reverse Chant indicates reversal. If it is sunny and one divines that it will rain, or if it is rainy and one divines that it will clear up, the prediction is accurate. For a residence: if divined during the day, there will be harmonious and joyful events such as marriage or wedding among the elders in the family; if divined at night, the elders should be cautious of illness and legal disputes. For official career: both the Nobleman and the Official Star fall into the旬空, which is inauspicious for seeking official rank. For seeking wealth: the wealth爻 has already fallen into the旬空, so further business endeavors will not be beneficial. For marriage: divining during the day is favorable, but divining at night is unfavorable. For pregnancy and childbirth: the lower deity is strong while the upper deity is weak, indicating a female fetus; within the harmonious relationship there is also a breaking aspect, so both pregnancy and childbirth will proceed smoothly.

疾病：晝虎乘申，肝經受病；病來生人，不能即愈。出行：晝占水路可行，夜占水陸不吉。行人：天罡加季，行者立至。捕獲：盜神是申，在村野衝要之地，或郵亭馬舍，家有金石之匠。兵戰：往來相脫，未見其利。

Disease: Divination in the daytime shows the White Tiger riding on the metal element of Shen. The metal element is thus able to overcome the wood element, indicating the illness affects the liver meridian. The illness energy then turns back to support the patient, causing the illness to be persistent and not easily cured. Travel: Divination in the daytime suggests traveling by water is favorable; however, divination at night indicates that neither water nor land routes are auspicious. Traveler: The Tiangang (Chen) is placed on the positions of the four seasons of the earth elements (Chen, Xu, Chou, Wei), indicating that the traveler will arrive very soon. Capture of thieves: The thief god is Shen metal. The thief is hiding at the crossroads in the village or near the驿站 and stable. The family involved has a craftsman who works with metal and stone. Military: Both sides are mutually exhausting each other, and there is no clear advantage to be gained.

畢法云：上下相合兩心齊，兩貴受克難干貴，用破身心無所歸。要覽云：壬寅反吟，支干之上，各自乘絕，止宜結絕財物之事，或結絕告貴之事。惟不利占妻病，緣妻財空絕，遇之難瘥也。三才賦云：白虎同傳送臨門，須防疾病。天官賦云：元武居寅曰入林，穿窬得志；螣蛇居寅曰生角，化蛟化龍。

The "Bifa Fu" says: When the upper and lower parts are in harmony, both sides have the same mind; two noblemen are restrained, and they wish to seek help from noblemen but their affairs will not succeed; the initiating transmission is broken, and one's family and personal affairs have nowhere to rest. The "Lun Yin Yao Lian" says: On a Renyin day, the reverse chant lesson occurs, the day stem and day branch are both in the state of absolute depletion, it is only suitable to use this lesson to conclude and settle financial matters, or to make an end of old requests to noblemen; it is especially unsuitable to divinate illness for one's wife, because the wife's wealth is in the empty period and also meets the state of depletion, when encountering this lesson, illness is difficult to recover. The "Sancai Fu" says: When the White Tiger and the transmission (the general name for the metal of the Sheng hour) are both present at the gate, one must beware of illness. The "Tian Guan Fu" says: When the Yuanwu (one of the twelve heavenly generals, governing thieves and secret affairs) is in the寅 position, it is called "Entering the Forest," thieves who break walls and windows are thriving; when the Teng Snake (one of the twelve heavenly generals, governing fear and strange occurrences) is in the寅 position, it is called "Growing Horns," the snake general transforms into a dragon, and matters will escalate from small to great.

課體：知一，斬關。課義：墓身墓宅，財亡妻失，刃虎晝逢，巳畏子戌。

This lesson pattern is "Zhi Yi" (among the four lessons there are two repetitions, only one is taken and the other is discarded, the matter concerns people of the same kind) and "Zhang Guan" (when the Chen and Xu are combined with the day stem and branch, it is favorable for breaking through barriers and moving suddenly). The lesson meaning says: the tomb god covers the person's body and also the house; the wealth yao is ruined, the wife is lost; during the day, the Yangren and the White Tiger appear; the middle transmission's巳 fire is most afraid of the Zi water below and the Xu earth above pressing from both sides.

解曰：辰為壬水之墓，加於日上，是墓身也。未為寅木之墓，加於辰上，是墓宅也。中傳巳火，乃是妻財，下被刃虎所克，上被戌土所墓，又遇旬空，是財必亡而妻必失也。故曰巳畏子戌。

The explanation says: Chen is the storage for Ren water, and now it is placed on top of the day stem, which is called the burial deity covering the body. Wei is the storage for Yin wood, and now it is placed on top of the day branch Yin wood (in Six Rats, "Chen" often refers to the day branch), which is called the burial deity covering the house. The middle transmission's Si fire is the wife and wealth of the day stem. Below it is the first transmission's Zi water — Zi is the Yangren of Ren day, and during the day it is ridden by the White Tiger — being overcome by it; above it is the final transmission's Xu earth, which is exactly the storage for Si fire, containing it; and Si itself is precisely in the empty period. Therefore, wealth is certainly lost and the wife is certainly lost, which is why the lesson says Si fire fears Zi and Xu.

斷曰：知一之課，中末落空，有始無終之象。白虎晝加子上，同氣應災，太常夜乘未傷干，疾病必因喜宴而致。天后乘墓臨干，昏迷必因女色而致。幸末傳戌土乘龍破墓，當有父母尊長，提撕而警悟之也。

The interpretation says: Knowing one lesson where both the middle transmission and the final transmission fall into the empty period, it indicates an affair with a beginning but no end. If the divination is done in the daytime, the White Tiger is on the Zi water, as the White Tiger belongs to metal and Zi belongs to water, metal and water share the same energy, so misfortune will occur in this line. If the divination is done at night, Tai Chang (one of the twelve heavenly generals, governing banquets and food and drink) rides on the Wei earth to injure the day stem, so illness is mostly caused by attending banquets and drinking. The Heavenly Empress (one of the twelve heavenly generals, governing women's private affairs) rides on the tomb god Chen earth and comes upon the day stem, indicating confusion and disorder in human affairs, which is mostly caused by women. Fortunately, the final transmission Xu earth rides on the Azure Dragon to break the Chen tomb, so there should be parents or elders stepping in to enlighten the person and wake them from confusion.

天時：墓神覆日，水運乎上，青龍剋日，主雨。家宅：白虎乘子脫支，宇內恐生白蟻。仕宦：末傳青龍破墓，更須晝貴填實，方為有濟。求財：財爻已空，求之無益。婚姻：干支各乘墓神，占婚不吉。

Heavenly weather: The earth deity of the tomb, the earth dog, covers the day stem, and water vapour accumulates above, with the azure dragon, which belongs to wood, coming to control the earth energy of the day stem, indicating rain. For the residence: The white tiger rides on the water of the zi branch, stealing the energy of the day branch, so there may be an infestation of termites in the house. For career: The final transmission, the azure dragon, breaking the tomb storage is a good sign, but it still needs to wait until the nobleman's deity arrives in the daytime and fills the kongwang, before things can truly succeed. For seeking wealth: The wealth爻 has already fallen empty, so seeking wealth is of no benefit. For marriage: The day stem and day branch each have the tomb deity, indicating an unfavorable omen for marriage.

胎產：下強上弱，孕乃成女。疾病：心疾昏迷，又逢六片凶板，恐疾難愈，惟年命有水可救。出行：水路不吉，陸路更凶。行人：天罡加孟，尚未啟行。兵戰：先難而後獲。

Fetus and childbirth: The lower deity is strong while the upper deity is weak, indicating a female fetus. Disease: The fire of the fourth earthly branch (Si) belongs to the heart, so the illness is in the heart meridian, causing the person to be confused and dazed. Additionally, encountering the "six pieces of凶board" (Liu He with Shen added on Mao, forming a凶pattern like the body approaching wood or entering a coffin), the illness is likely difficult to recover from. Only those with water in their destiny or current year have a chance of survival. Travel: Traveling by water is not auspicious, and traveling by land is even more inauspicious. Travelers: The Tiangang (Chen) is placed on the four young positions of寅,申,巳, and亥, indicating that those who are about to leave have not yet departed. Military affairs: There will be initial hardships, followed by eventual success.

畢法云：干支乘墓各昏迷。古鑑：庚午生人，五月壬寅申將丑時占家宅，曰：身宅居墓，無氣之極，必主婢妾爭鬥，而遂出其婢。蓋因酉為婢，而不在宅中，居於干陰，故主出也。然酉與辰合，至甲辰日當再還。又主常被兄弟作難，緣子耒相加，且乘白虎故也。纂義云：神后加未，夜乘六合，主有邪魔鬼祟。

The *Bifa Fu* says: When the day stem and day branch each take the Tomb Spirit, both the person and the house are in darkness and confusion. The *Gujian* records an old case: A person born in the year Gengwu, on the day Renyin in the fifth month, with the hour Sheng and the branch Chou, consulted about the house. The interpreter said: Both the person and the house are buried in the墓, with extremely weak energy, and there will certainly be disputes among the servants. Later, the servant girl was indeed sent away. The reason is that the metal of You represents the servant girl, but You is not in the house position, but rather in the Yin Spirit position of the day stem, so it indicates she will leave. However, You combines with Chen, so on the day Jiachen, she should return. Moreover, there is often trouble from brothers, because the branch Zi and Wei are in conflict (the original text mistakenly wrote 'Lei' instead of 'Wei', and Zi and Wei are in conflict), and it is also accompanied by the White Tiger. The *Zanyi* says: When the Shenhou (Zi) (the general of Zi water) is placed on Wei, and during the night it is accompanied by the Liu He, it indicates that there are ghosts and spirits causing trouble in the house.

課體：重審，曲直。課義：支乘旬始，干乘旬尾，士庶孟之，官宦惡矣。

This lesson pattern is "Chong Shen" (the lower deity steals from the upper deity and is used as the initiating transmission; the matter needs to be carefully reconsidered) and "Qu Zhi" (the three transmissions form a wood pattern; its nature is like wood, which can be bent or straightened). The lesson meaning says: the day branch is occupied by the first character of the current ten-day cycle, and the day stem is occupied by the last character of the current ten-day cycle; such a lesson is not suitable for common people, but is disliked by officials. (In the original edition, "Meng" is a miswriting for "Yu," a common occurrence in this book, as noted below.)

解曰：支上午為旬首，干上卯為旬尾，經所謂首尾相見始終宜也。三傳全木，生起支上之午財，財既旺而官有制，士庶之所孟也。仕宦則子孫爻見，不利於官，安得不深惡之乎。

The explanation says: On a Renyin day, the day belongs to the Jiawu decade. The午 (Wu) in the day branch is the first character of this decade, while the卯 (Mao) in the day stem is the last character of this decade. This is what the Ren book refers to as "the beginning and end meet, beginning and end are both favorable." All three transmissions are wood, which generates fire, thus greatly strengthening the fire wealth element in the day branch. Since wealth is strong, wood is also the offspring of the water壬 (Ren), and can restrain the official star. Therefore, common people would find this very favorable. However, officials most fear the appearance of the offspring element, as once the offspring moves, it will weaken the official star, causing damage to their career. How could they not deeply dislike such a divination?

斷曰：曲直之課，事端不一。干上死氣脫干，支上死氣脫支，必因喪葬之事，內外耗費。凡占止宜休息，不宜動謀。三傳脫干而生支之上神，當因經營堂構致於縻費。

The interpretation states: This is a lesson of curved and straight lines, indicating that the matter has multiple aspects. The day stem is in the position of卯 wood, which steals and drains the壬 water, and is also in the position of death qi; the day branch is in the position of午 fire, which drains the寅 wood and is also in the position of death qi. Both the person and the house are affected by death qi, which drains resources, indicating that the matter is certainly related to funerals or burials, with expenses occurring both inside and outside the family. Anyone who receives this lesson should only rest and maintain stability, and should not take any action or make plans. The three transmissions form a wood pattern that drains the day stem, but also supports the fire in the day branch. This indicates that large sums of money will be spent on building houses, repairing property, and managing family affairs.

天時：水母與酉宿皆空，三傳曲直，不雨而風。家宅：財爻臨宅，坐於長生之上，生生不已，富不待言。仕宦：克去官爻，占官不吉。求財：宅內有財，不須外覓。婚姻：支干相破，患不能成。胎產：下強上弱，孕乃成女，胎坐長生，占胎甚吉，占產甚凶。

Heavenly weather: The water mother god associated with rain and the酉 (You) host both fall into the旬空 (decade void), and the three transmissions form a curve and straight wood structure. Wood represents wind, so it will not rain but only blow wind. Residence: The fire wealth hexagram is directly on the residence position, and sits on the long life of the寅 (Yin) wood. Wood and fire mutually generate continuously, so the family is naturally prosperous. Career: The three transmissions' wood structure overcomes the official hexagram, which is not favorable for official career. Seeking wealth: Wealth is within the family residence, so there is no need to look outside. Marriage: The day branch and day stem are opposite each other, so it is feared that the marriage will not be successful. Pregnancy and childbirth: The lower god is strong and the upper god is weak, indicating a female fetus; the fetal god is on the long life, which is very favorable for pregnancy but very unfavorable for childbirth.

疾病：心經受病，或腎水枯涸之症。出行：晝占不吉，夜占水陸俱可。行人：天罡加仲，尚在中途。捕獲：晝占盜在正南方，販驢馬人家；夜占盜在東方，近池塘之地。兵戰：利主不利客。

Disease: Wu fire belongs to the heart, so the illness arises in the heart meridian; it might also be a symptom of kidney water depletion. Travel: If divined during the day, it is not auspicious; if divined at night, both water and land routes are feasible. Traveler: Tiangang (Chen) is placed on the four central positions of Zi, Wu, Mao, and You, indicating the person is still on the way. Capture of thieves: If divined during the day, the thief is in Due South, belonging to a family that trades donkeys and horses; if divined at night, the thief is in the East, near a pond. Military: It is favorable for the main party to hold a position, but unfavorable for the distant guest party.

畢法云：首尾相見始終宜，人宅皆死各衰羸。指南：辛巳十二月丑將酉時，在許門占去住，曰：干支皆逢死氣，此正所謂人宅皆死各衰羸也，豈能居乎。因遂北迴，越日賊至，而許果城破。纂義云：午加寅乘蛇，本家與鄰居防火災，春占尤的。指掌賦云：未亥卯為從吉，待時而動。雲霄賦云：天門木戶，相見兩和(卯亥)；醴酒元漿，相調兩便(未亥)。

The "Bifa Fu" says: If the first and last characters of the current ten-day period are both present in the divination, the matter will proceed smoothly from beginning to end; if both the person and the house are sitting on death qi, both sides will be weak. The "Liu Ren Zhi Nan" records: In the Xinsi year, the twelfth lunar month, with the Chou general at You time, a divination was made for a Xu family regarding staying or leaving. The diviner said: The day stem and day branch both encountered death qi, which is exactly what is meant by "the person and the house are both dead and weak," so where would they stay? Thus the master withdrew to the north, and the next day the enemy soldiers arrived, and the city where the Xu family lived was indeed captured. The "Zuanyi" says: If Wu is placed on Yin and is accompanied by the Teng Snake, both the house and the neighbors will need to be on guard against fire, and this is especially accurate in spring. The "Zhi Zhang Fu" says: When Wei, Hai, and Mao form a wood trinity, it is called "following good fortune," and one should wait for the right time to act. The "Yun Xiao Fu" says: Hai is the heavenly gate, and Mao is the wooden door; when they meet, they are harmonious (referring to Mao and Hai). Wei is the fermented wine, and Hai is the original wine; when they are in harmony, they are convenient (referring to Wei and Hai).

課體：重審，元胎，不備，贅婿。課義：彼加我邊，末又來兼，雖名三會，無益可占。

This lesson's pattern is Chong Shen and Yuan Tai, with additional elements of "Bu Bei" (the four lessons are incomplete, lacking one lesson, indicating something is lacking) and "Zhu Xi" (the god of the day branch is added to the day stem, like a上门女婿, who is disrespectful to those above). The lesson's meaning states: the other's god is added to my side, and the final transmission adds another layer; although it forms the name of "San Hui" (three unions), there is actually no real benefit in the divination.

解曰：支寅加干脫干，末傳又值寅脫，是損之者眾也。寅加壬上為一會，支寅遁壬為二會，末傳又是壬寅為三會。但支上之財值空，發用長生，又陷空克。中傳祿神，晝又乘空。雖云三會，又何益之有哉。

The day branch's寅wood is added to the day stem壬water, and the wood drains the water's energy, which is considered a theft and depletion of the day stem. The final transmission also contains another寅, further draining the energy, showing that there are multiple factors depleting the day stem. The寅added to壬is considered the first conjunction, the day branch寅hidden in the stem to produce壬is the second conjunction, and the寅in the final transmission hidden in the stem to produce壬is the third conjunction—this is called the 'three conjunctions.' However, the wealth element on the day branch is precisely falling into the empty period; the initiating transmission's申metal, although the long life of壬water, itself falls into the empty void and is also restrained. The middle transmission's亥is the禄神of壬water, but since it is a daytime divination with a bias, it is also riding on the sky void. Thus, although there is the name of three conjunctions, what practical benefit is there really?

斷曰：課名贅婿，以下欺上，申用空陷，見生不生，有多虛少實之象。元胎之卦，四生一路脫去，又名不備，多有滲漏釁隙，且防變更，

The interpretation says: The name of the lesson is "Attached Son-in-law," indicating that the person below is oppressing the person above. The initiating transmission is the metal of Shen, which is in an empty and fallen position. Although Shen metal can generate water, it is merely named as generating but not actually doing so; the whole situation is full of emptiness and lacking in reality. This is a lesson of original essence, where the four long-life spirits of寅, 申, 巳, and 亥 continuously drain the vital energy of the day stem. Moreover, since the four lessons are not complete, the matter is likely to have leaks and disputes, and one should be cautious of changes occurring along the way.

天時：水母與青龍皆空，恐不能雨。家宅：晝貴臨宅，仕宦則吉，常人恐遭官訟。仕宦：龍貴皆空，占名不利。求財：青龍逢空，財爻不備，求之無益。

Heavenly weather: The water mother indicating rain and the Azure Dragon both fall into the旬空, suggesting that rain may not come. For the residence: The Nobleman appears in the position of the house during the day, which is favorable for officials but may bring legal troubles for ordinary people. For career advancement: Both the Azure Dragon and the Nobleman fall into the旬空, making it unfavorable to seek official positions. For seeking wealth: The Azure Dragon falls into the旬空, and the wealth爻 is incomplete, so seeking wealth will not be beneficial.

婚姻：支上之財爻乘空，占婚不吉：胎產：下強上弱，孕乃成女，母宰兒實，占產最宜。疾病：病在心經，即日可愈。出行：陸路防失，水路稍可。行人：干支三會，遠近皆歸。捕獲：賊在東方貴人家。兵戰：反為敵欺。

Marriage: The wealth hexagram on the day branch is riding on Kongwang, indicating an unfavorable omen for marriage. Childbirth: The lower god is strong and the upper god is weak, indicating a female fetus; if the mother's energy is dominant and the fetus is strong, it is most suitable for childbirth. Illness: The illness occurs in the heart meridian, and it can be cured on the same day. Travel: Traveling by land should beware of losing property, while traveling by water is somewhat better. A missing person: The day stem and day branch form a triple conjunction, indicating that people far and near will return. Capturing thieves: The thief is hiding in a house of a nobleman in the east. Military: The side will be bullied by the enemy.

畢法云：彼此猜忌害相隨，將逢內戰所謀危，龍加生氣吉遲遲(九月晝占)。課經云：干上乘寅木脫干，天將又乘元后脫寅，是脫上逢脫，謂之脫盜格。凡占皆主虛詐與失盜之事。神將論云：申加巳六合內戰，主子孫有災。照膽秘訣云：盜入青龍防喜賊。

The *Bifa Fu* says: When there is mutual suspicion between the two, harmful influences follow one after another; when the Heavenly General and the god it rides upon fight each other, the affairs in question will be dangerous; although the Azure Dragon riding on Life Qi is a favorable omen, its fulfillment comes slowly (this refers to divination during the daytime of the ninth month). The *Ke Jing* says: When the Day Stem is occupied by the寅 wood, the wood drains the壬 water; the Heavenly General is also a water deity such as the Black Tortoise or Heavenly Empress, riding on the寅, which in turn drains the wood—this is called "Tuo Dao Ge," which means a double drainage. All divinations of this pattern indicate matters of deceit and theft. The *Shen Jiang Lun* says: When the申 is placed on the巳, the Liu He and the god it rides upon fight internally, indicating misfortune for the descendants. The *Zhaochan Miaoji* says: When stolen qi invades the position of the Azure Dragon, one should be cautious of thieves who come pretending to bring good news.

課體：重審，斬關，間傳，登三天，泆女，寡宿，天網。課義：自墓傳生，先迷後醒，卯為年命，兩貴相成。

This lesson has the patterns of re-examination and cutting the gate, as well as "intermediate transmission" (three transmissions passed by one position, such as Chen, Wu, and Shen), "ascending to the three heavens" (Chen, Wu, and Shen ascending in order, indicating the matter reaching the upper level directly), "wayward woman" (unconventional matters between men and women), "solitary host" (a sign of being alone and without a match), and "heavenly net" (a net covering the head, indicating being restricted as soon as there is movement). The meaning of the lesson says: starting from the Tomb Spirit, the transmission proceeds to the long life, indicating that the person being divined first feels confused and then becomes clear; if the person's birth year or the year of movement falls exactly on the卯, then the two noblemen of day and night will jointly promote the matter.

解曰：辰為日之墓神，作初傳；申為日之長生，作末傳，乃自墓傳生也。占者值此，必先迷而後醒。巳為晝貴，卯為夜貴。巳加卯上，乃晝夜貴加。占者年命在卯，必得兩處貴人，共成其事。

It is explained that Chen is the storage for Ren water and serves as the first transmission; Shen is the growth for Ren water and serves as the final transmission. This is called "rising from the storage to the growth," as the transmission moves from the storage to the growth. When a person asks a question and encounters such a sequence of three transmissions, they will initially be confused but eventually become clear. On a Ren day, Si is the daytime nobleman and Mao is the nighttime nobleman. Now Si is placed above Mao, so the daytime and nighttime noblemen are combined, which is called "day and night noblemen overlapping." If the person's birth day or current year falls exactly on the Mao position, they will certainly receive assistance from both the daytime and nighttime noblemen, and thus succeed in their affairs.

斷曰：斬關之課，發用逢空，凡事俱無憑準。鬼墓臨干支上，夜乘螣蛇，宅中當有伏尸驚恐。占此者大約先難後易，始苦終甜、

The interpretation states: When the initiating transmission falls into the empty period, nothing is certain. The official ghost and storage spirits are added upon the day stem and day branch, and at night they are accompanied by the Teng Snake, indicating fear of old corpses not being laid to rest within the household. Those who draw this divination generally experience difficulty followed by ease, hardship followed by sweetness.

天時：青龍昇天，與水母相併。主必雨。家它：墓神臨宅，宅內昏蒙。仕宦：官星臨身，青龍與德祿驛馬相併，占名大吉。求財：財爻落空，求之無益。婚姻：支上空墓，占女不佳。胎產：胎神落空，占胎不吉。

Heavenly weather: The Azure Dragon rises to the heavenly position, and joins with the water mother, which governs rain, so rain is certain. Residence: The tomb god is present at the residence position, causing darkness and confusion within the house. Career: The official star is present at one's own position, the Azure Dragon joins with Heavenly Virtue, the禄神 (favorable official), and the Post-horse, so seeking official position is very auspicious. Wealth: The wealth element falls into an empty position, so seeking wealth is of no benefit. Marriage: The day branch has an empty tomb god, which is unfavorable for the female partner. Pregnancy: The fetal god falls into an empty position, which is unfavorable for pregnancy.

疾病：脾土受傷，腎水不足，人實病空，不口自愈。出行：斬關利於逃亡，出行亦利。行人：將到，有阻。捕獲：在正東，隱於墳墓池塘邊。兵戰：罡塞鬼戶，算多者勝。

Disease: The spleen earth is injured and the kidney water is insufficient; the person's destiny is in reality but the disease spirit is in emptiness, so even without medicine it will heal by itself (the original text says 'not mouth' which is likely a mistake for 'not medicine'). Travel: The cutting gate divination is favorable for fleeing and avoiding danger, and ordinary travel is also smooth. Traveler: He is about to arrive, but there are still obstacles on the way. Capture of thieves: The thief is in the direction of due east, hiding near a graveyard or by a pond. Military: The Tiangang blocks the ghost gate, and the side with careful planning will win.

畢法云：罡塞鬼戶任謀為，干墓並關人宅廢(夏占)。占驗：了丑八月占而未言其事，斷曰：此近君陰貴人也。太歲常官臨日，陰神之上，現出夜貴，又居歲位，必是公主請封蔭子之事。蓋因末傳皇詔長生六合，為孩兒故也。問允否，曰：嫌其初中空亡，必須兩次，方許封蔭，果如其言。

The *Bifa Fu* says: When the Tiangang (Chen) blocks the Ghost Gate, one may proceed freely with plans; when the Day Stem's墓 (burial) and the斩关 (cutting gate) appear at the same time, both person and dwelling will be abandoned (this refers to summer divination). The recorded verification: In the year Dingchou, in the eighth lunar month, someone came for a divination but refused to state the matter in question (the original text mistakenly wrote 'lechou' instead of 'dingchou'). The diviner said: This is a hidden nobleman close to the sovereign. The Master of Years, Tai Chang, and the official star all conjoin with the Day Stem. On top of the Day Stem's hidden spirit, the night nobleman appears, and is seated exactly on the Master of Years' position. This must be a princess requesting the court to grant her descendants official titles. Because the final transmission is the long life god of royal edicts, which rides the Liu He (Six Harmonies), and Liu He represents children. The person asked if it would be accurate. The diviner said: Unfortunately, the first and middle transmissions both fall into Kongwang (void), so two consultations are needed before the official titles can be granted. Later, it indeed turned out as he had predicted.

課體：重審，進茹，寡宿。課義：前逢空朽，脫盜在後，彼己無禮，逼迫難守。

This lesson pattern is a repeated review, with the three transmissions in sequential progression, such as from Chen to Si to Wu, each step following closely the previous one. It also involves Guasu. The meaning of the lesson states: moving forward, one encounters a vast emptiness and decay; retreating, there is a thief-like spirit waiting. Both the other party and oneself are unyielding, with pressure from both front and back, making it difficult to hold on whether advancing or retreating.

解曰：三傳辰巳午皆空亡，而不可進。退後一步，又逢寅卯之脫，丑土之鬼。乃欲守干上之旺子，卻被支上卯木來刑。彼此無禮，所以前後逼迫，難以進退也。

The three transmissions fall within the旬空, so they cannot move forward. If they retreat, they encounter寅wood and卯wood stealing the qi of壬water. Additionally,丑earth acts as the official ghost to restrain壬water. Therefore, one wishes to hold onto the旺子water on the day stem, but the卯wood on the day branch harms it through mutual conflict between子and卯. There is no way forward or backward, as there is Kongwang ahead and脱鬼 behind.

斷曰：進茹之課，羅網在前，不宜妄動。干上乘旺子，支上乘旺卯，乃是互旺皆旺。主彼此有益，凡謀順利。但干上晝乘白虎，凡事三思。財神陷入空地，湖海行商，不能稱意。

The interpretation says: Entering the茹 lesson, there is a net in front, which is not suitable for reckless actions. The day stem is riding on the strong water of Zi, and the day branch is riding on the strong wood of Mao, which is called "mutual strength leads to prosperity," indicating that both sides benefit, and all plans will proceed smoothly. However, the day stem is occupied by the White Tiger during the day, so matters require careful consideration. The wealth god is in the empty and lost place, so those traveling or doing business will not be satisfied.

天時：日上有網，太陽被掩，陰雲之象。家宅：人宅相刑，不安之象；夜貴臨宅，士庶難當，復包羅網，凶亦難避。仕宦：三傳皆空，全無實濟。求財：兩財皆空，求之何益。婚姻：支干相刑，占婚不吉。

Heavenly weather: The day stem is covered by a heavenly net, the sun is obscured, indicating a situation of heavy clouds. Residence: There is mutual punishment between person and dwelling, indicating an unstable situation; a nobleman is added to the dwelling position at night, but ordinary people cannot bear it, and being covered by a net makes danger hard to avoid. Career: All three transmissions fall into kongwang, offering no practical help. Wealth: Both wealth signs are empty, so seeking wealth is useless. Marriage: The day branch and day stem mutually punish each other, indicating an unfavorable omen for marriage.

胎產：二陽包陰，孕乃成女；支干相刑，母子俱傷。疾病：肝膽之疾，或腎虛之症。出行：陸路甚凶，水路防失。行人：天罡加仲，尚在中途。兵戰：前後逼迫，徒勞無功。

Taochan: Two Yangs with one Yin between them indicate a female fetus; the day branch and day stem are in conflict, causing harm to both mother and child. Disease: The卯 wood belongs to the liver and gallbladder, so the illness is related to the liver and gallbladder; it could also be symptoms of kidney deficiency. Travel: Traveling by land is dangerous, while traveling by water requires caution against losing belongings. Travelers: The Tiangang is positioned at the four intermediate directions, indicating the person is still on the way. Military: Being attacked from both front and back, efforts are wasted with no success.

畢法云：進茹空亡宜退步，所謀多拙逢羅網，互旺皆旺坐謀宜，前後逼迫難進退。課經云：靜守則為支干乘旺，動謀則為羅刃相傷。如乘凶將，禍患尤甚。纂義云：辰為空鬼發用，徒取人怨憎，不能成功名，為抱雞不斗。指掌賦云：順連茹空，名曰聲傳空谷，退吉而進則不宜。

The "Bifa Fu" says: When the three transmissions fall into empty voids in a progressing lesson, it is advisable to retreat; most endeavors will be clumsy, as one has collided with a net; if both the day stem and day branch are strong, it is best to sit and plan calmly; being pressed from both sides, one is in a dilemma of advance and retreat. The "Kijing" says: If one remains still, one can take advantage of the strength of the day stem and day branch; but if one acts recklessly, one will fall into the harm of heaven's net and the injury of yang ren. If further accompanied by凶将 (malevolent generals), the calamity will be even more severe. The "Zanyi" says: If the official ghost is initiated in the empty void of the hour, it will cause unnecessary hatred and fail to achieve fame, like holding a chicken that refuses to fight. The "Zhipang Fu" says: When the three transmissions fall into empty voids in succession, it is called "sound echoes in an empty valley" — only hearing the echo without seeing the object, retreat is auspicious, while advancement is not advisable.

課體：伏吟，稼穡，勵德。課義：課傳八土，癸水受苦，宅中夜貴，可以禦侮。

This lesson's pattern is "Hidden Chant" (all heavenly spirits are hidden on the earth plate, heaven and earth remain still, human affairs stagnate), "Cultivation and Harvest" (all three transmissions fall under the earthly branches Chen, Xu, Chou, and Wei, which are all earth, reflecting the meaning from the Book of Documents, "The Earth produces cultivation and harvest"), and "Encouragement of Virtue." The lesson's meaning states that the four lessons, three transmissions, and the heavenly general together form eight layers of earth energy, and the weak癸 water is heavily suppressed, suffering greatly. Fortunately, the卯 wood at the dwelling position is the night nobleman, capable of resisting the earth's power and protecting the master from external harassment.

解曰：傳見三土，課見三土。而干之丑，晝乘勾陳。末傳之未，夜乘勾陳。是共八土相併，來傷日干。則一泓之癸水，何以堪此。幸宅中卯木夜貴，足以敵土而禦侮，所謂眾鬼雖彰全不畏也。

The three transmissions contain three layers of earth, and the four lessons also contain three layers of earth; in addition, the day stem is occupied by Chou, which is riding on Gou Chen (one of the twelve heavenly generals, belonging to earth, governing conflict and entanglement), and the final transmission is occupied by Wei, which also rides on Gou Chen at night. Altogether, there are eight layers of earth converging into one force, all coming to afflict and overcome the day stem. The癸 water is merely a thin stream, how can it withstand such pressure? Fortunately, the卯 wood in the house position is the night nobleman, and wood can overcome earth, which is sufficient to counteract the entire earth force and protect the owner from external troubles. This is what the壬 book says: 'Although many ghosts are evident, they are not feared' — even though there are many official ghosts, as long as there is something to control them, there is no need to fear.

斷曰：課名稼穡，又係伏吟。總宜株守，不利動謀。子息乘貴，必有克家之子，家賴以安。惟忌年命上乘申酉，反制救神。中傳白虎臨官，仕宦最速。

The interpretation states: The lesson is named "Jia Se" (cultivation of crops), and it also encounters "Fu Yin" (Hidden Chant). Overall, it is best to remain steadfast and not act rashly. The卯 wood is the son's trigram of癸 water, and now it is riding on the Nobleman, indicating a son who can support the family, ensuring the whole family's security. However, it is forbidden if the native's birth year or the current year's trigram is riding on申 metal or酉 metal, as this would instead weaken the life-saving卯 wood. The Middle Transmission with White Tiger occupying the Officialdom star position indicates the fastest promotion for those in official positions.

天時：天地不動，晴占則晴，雨占則雨。家宅：貴人臨宅，全鬼化財，富貴之象。仕宦：有官無祿，催官之月，即能赴任。求財：財爻不見，求之無益。婚姻：婿不甚佳，夜占女吉。胎產：長胎發貴，產期尚遲。

Weather: The Heaven Plate and Earth Plate each occupy their proper positions, heaven and earth remain still, if it is sunny when consulting the divination, it will remain sunny; if it is rainy, it will remain rainy. Residence: The Nobleman is added to the residence position, all official spirits in the chart are transformed into wealth, indicating a prosperous and wealthy sign. Career: There is an official star but no禄神, one must wait until the month of promoting the official position before being able to take office. Seeking wealth: The chart does not show the wealth line, seeking wealth will be of no benefit. Marriage: The male side is not favorable, but consulting at night is favorable for the female side. Pregnancy and childbirth: The fetus has been developing for a long time, indicating a future noble child, but the time of childbirth is still far away.

疾病：肝腎之疾，家中自有良醫，治之即瘥。遺失：元武不見，覓之可得。出行：不宜動。行人：近者立至，遠者杳然。兵戰：客勝，夜占擒敵。墳墓：兩貴夾墓，牛眠吉地。

Disease: The illness is in the liver and kidney. There is already a good doctor at home, and it will be cured with one treatment. Lost items: The Black Tortoise does not appear, but if you look for it, you can find it. Travel: It is not advisable to act recklessly. Travelers: Those nearby will arrive soon, but those far away have no news. Military: The enemy from afar will win, but if you take a night divination, you can capture the enemy. Graveyard: During day and night, two noblemen will enclose the spirit of the tomb in the middle, making it a favorable place where ancestors can rest in peace.

畢法云：制鬼之位乃良醫，六爻現卦防其克。課經云：卯為夜貴臨宅，作干之脫氣。凡占主被貴人脫賺，或因神祇以致耗費。神定經云：辰戌丑未為三傳，自相沖刑，倘占捕獲，賊不能脫。謂之以凶制凶，以賊捉賊。蓋內有四金，可以化鬼故也。秘要云：年命上若有金神，名為否極泰來，又為家人解禍格。

The *Bifa Fu* says: The one that can control the official ghost is the good physician; when six yao appear together in the hexagram, one should beware of them turning back to mutually control. The *Ke Jing* says:卯 is both the night nobleman resting on the dwelling position and the son that steals the day stem's energy; whenever there is a divination, it often indicates being deceived by the nobleman or spending money for worshipping deities. The *Liu Ren Shen Ding Jing* says: When the three transmissions are made by Chen, Xu, Chou, and Wei, they mutually conflict and injure each other. If this occurs in a divination about capturing thieves, the thief will not escape, which is called "using evil to control evil, using the thief to catch the thief" — because each of the four earths contains metal energy, and metal can resolve the official ghost. The *Mi Yao* says: If there is a metal deity in the native's destiny or in the year's stem, it is called "after darkness comes light" or "the family resolves calamity pattern."

課體：重審、退茹、三奇。課義：夜祿難守，常占殃咎，晝夜天空，勾陳在丑。

This lesson pattern is called Re-examination. The three transmissions are in reverse order, such as from寅 to丑 to子, retreating step by step. It also includes the Three Marvels, meaning the three transmissions receive the extraordinary spirits of the ten days, indicating honor and prominence. The lesson meaning says: Divining at night, the禄神 cannot be maintained; if a common person divines, they will invite calamity and misfortune; both day and night, the Heavenly General Tian Kong is visible, while Gou Chen is precisely pressing on top of the Chou earth.

解曰：子為癸水之祿，晝占乘龍，固為吉慶。而夜占乘元，則難守矣。初傳官動，常人主有官訟疾病，所以有咎。發用之丑，既屬官星，上乘勾土，而亥之天門，又乘天空，遁出己土，印何累累，綬何若若也，仕宦有不遷擢者乎。

It explains that Zi is the禄神 of Gui water. During the day, when it is ridden by the Azure Dragon, it naturally signifies a fortunate omen; but at night, when it is ridden by the Black Tortoise, the禄 cannot be maintained. The first transmission is the official ghost that initiates the action. For ordinary people encountering this, it indicates legal troubles and illness, so it is said to bring about misfortune. The丑 in the initiating transmission is originally the official star, and on top of that, it is ridden by Gou Chen, which belongs to earth. The亥 position is called the heavenly gate, also ridden by Tian Kong, and the hidden stem reveals Ji earth. The earth element is thick and layered, like official seals one after another and seals of appointment connected in a line. How could a person in official position not be promoted?

斷曰：連珠三奇，鶯鳴谷遷之象。仕宦固佳，常人亦可化凶為吉。干支夾定三傳，末傳出於干外，名透關格。不利內事，止利外事，皆先難後易。

The interpretation says: When the three transmissions are connected like pearls and also meet the three marvels, it represents the image described in the Book of Songs of the oriole emerging from the valley and migrating to a tall tree. This is favorable for officials as well as ordinary people, enabling a transformation from misfortune to good fortune. The day stem and day branch enclose the three transmissions in the middle, while the final transmission goes beyond the day stem, which is called "transparency of the gate." This is unfavorable for domestic affairs but beneficial for external matters, and both are characterized by initial difficulty followed by ease.

天時：青龍臨日，三傳皆水，天罡指陰，必非晴象。家宅：寅為病地，作脫氣臨支，人多疾病。仕宦：傳得三奇，尊崇之象。求財：宜守自己旺財，不可妄求。婚姻：晝占則為佳婿，卜女不吉。胎產：男孕，未產。

Heavenly weather: The Azure Dragon is added to the Day Stem, and the three transmissions are all water. The Tiangang points to the yin position, indicating it is not a day of clear weather. For the residence:寅 is the sick position for癸 water, and it is also the spirit that steals the energy of the Day Stem. Now it is present on the Day Branch, indicating that family members are likely to be sick. For career: The three transmissions receive the Three Marvels, indicating a sign of honor and prosperity. For seeking wealth: It is only suitable to keep the existing prosperous wealth, and one should not seek wealth recklessly. For marriage: Divining in the daytime indicates a good son-in-law; divining on behalf of the woman indicates an unfavorable outcome. For pregnancy: The fetus is male, but it is not yet time for delivery.

疾病：肝經受病或腎水涸竭之症，家有良醫。出行：陸路晝占甚吉，水路晝夜防脫。行人：天罡加孟，尚未啟行。捕獲：在北方。兵戰：傳遇三奇，晝占更利。

Disease: The illness is in the liver meridian, or perhaps a condition of kidney water depletion. There is a good doctor in the family. Travel: Traveling by land during the day is very auspicious, but traveling by water requires vigilance both day and night to prevent loss. Travelers: The Tiangang is positioned in the four beginning positions, meaning the person has not yet departed. Capturing thieves: The thief is in the north. Military: When the three transmissions meet the three marvels, it is more advantageous to engage in battle during the day.

畢法云：二貴皆空虛喜期，尊崇傳內遇三奇。課經云：戌加亥為魁度天門，晝夜皆乘白虎。凡占謀用，盡被阻隔。又辰加巳，晝夜乘蛇，地盤之巳，亦是蛇位，謂之兩蛇夾墓。病必積塊，以致不救。精蘊云：透關格，號曰當時不時，過後失時，或心力不逮，致已成之事為人破壞。

The "Bifa Fu" says: If both the day and night noblemen fall into Kongwang, good news is just an empty promise; if the three transmissions encounter the three marvels, it indicates honor and prominence. The "Ke Jing" says: When戌 is placed on亥, it is called "Kui Du Tian Men"; if both the day and night generals ride the White Tiger, any divination regarding affairs will encounter obstacles everywhere. It also says: When辰 is placed on巳, both day and night ride the Teng Snake, and the巳 on the earth plate is originally the native position of Teng Snake, which is called "Liang She Jia Mu"; illness will certainly form hard lumps, leading to an incurable condition. The "Jing Yun" says: The "Tou Guan Ge" is also called "Dang Shi Bu Shi, Hui Hou Shi Shi" — when it is the right time to act, one cannot act; when one regains awareness, the opportunity has been missed; or one lacks the strength to act, and the already completed affair is ruined by others.

課體：涉害，極陰，間傳，循環。課義：晝將俱土，神愆咒詛，傳課循環，災出無路。

This divination lesson has a pattern called "涉害" (Involvement in Harm), which means that there are multiple instances of "下贼上" (lower elements harming upper ones), and the first transmission is determined by comparing which involvement is deeper. It is also "极阴" (Extreme Yin), as the three transmissions are all in the night direction (丑, 亥, 酉), indicating darkness and obscurity. The intermediate transmission is associated with "循环" (Cycle), where the day stem is added to the day branch, and the day branch then returns to the day stem, forming a loop that cannot be escaped. The lesson interpretation states that all the heavenly generals during the day are earth generals, indicating divine punishment and curses from people. The three transmissions and four lessons connect head to tail, forming a circle, meaning misfortune circles around the person without a way out.

解曰：勾陳天空太常，盡屬土將。乘於三傳，共傷日干，災患必生。且發用丑鬼，所司咒詛，夜坐於貴人之上，受貴所克，遞傷日干，非陽人暗算，即鬼神為愆。干加干支，為支所脫，課體循環。縱孟避災，豈能免乎。

The Heavenly Generals Gou Chen, Tian Kong, and Tai Chang all belong to the Earth element and are positioned on the three transmissions, working together to harm and overcome the day stem. Disaster is certain to arise. Moreover, the initiating transmission is丑, which is the official ghost of癸 water, inherently associated with curses. At night, it sits above the nobleman, first being overcome by the nobleman, then passing on the harm step by step to the day stem—either it is a human secretly plotting evil or ghosts and spirits descending to impose punishment. The day stem is combined with the day branch, and is instead weakened by the day branch, transforming the lesson pattern into a closed cycle. Even if one wishes to escape disaster, there is nowhere to flee.

斷曰：極陰事必昏晦，間傳亦有遲疑，靜安動阻之象。

The interpretation states: This is an extremely yin pattern, indicating that matters will certainly be obscure and unclear. The transmission is intermittent and passes through different positions, with a layer of hesitation and indecision in between. Overall, it shows a situation where remaining still brings peace, but reckless movement leads to obstruction.

天時：課曰極陰，天將皆土，濃陰不雨。家宅：勾陳乘鬼臨宅，家中爭訟難免。仕宦：貴空不吉。求財：求之無益。婚姻：不成，不吉。胎產：女孕，易產。疾病：腹內有疾，或腎虛之症，難愈。出行：水陸俱不吉。行人：干加支，本家人即至。兵戰：課名倒拔蛇，作為費力，未見其利。

Heavenly condition: The lesson is extremely yin, and the Heavenly General is entirely of earth. Although the clouds are thick, it will not rain. Residence: Gou Chen is riding the official ghost and is located at the residence position, so there will be unavoidable quarrels and lawsuits at home. Career: The Nobleman is in an empty position, which is not auspicious. Seeking wealth: There is no benefit to be gained. Marriage: It cannot be arranged, and it is not auspicious. Pregnancy and childbirth: The fetus is female, and the childbirth will be smooth. Disease: There is a disease inside the abdomen, or symptoms similar to kidney deficiency, which is difficult to cure. Travel: Neither water nor land routes are auspicious. Traveler: The day stem is placed on the day branch, so a family member will arrive immediately. Military: The lesson is called "Reversing the Snake," which means doing things in reverse, requiring extra effort and showing no obvious benefit.

畢法云：二貴皆空虛喜期。指南：戌加子占兩貴來否，曰：四月必來，以巳貴來合三傳，但居官不久。以二貴空陷，傳退極陰，格合迴環，來而必去也。又干臨支受克，來必失意，果應。古鑑：寅將辰時，占逃亡罪人，曰：癸來加卯，又自卯上傳出，退歸西北，其人隱一買賣人家豬圈內。亥四酉六，四六二十四里，或六十四里，當有孝服。婢在宅前洗酒器，問之便得。蓋酉為婢，見太常主孝服，酉加亥為酒器故也，果驗。

The *Bifa Fu* says: If both the noblemen appear in the empty palace during day or night, joyful news will only be an empty expectation. The *Lunin Zhinan* records: When using the combination of Xu and Zi in a divination, one should determine whether the two noblemen will come. The diviner said: In the fourth lunar month, they will certainly come, because the nobleman of Si is in harmony with the three transmissions; however, they will not stay long, since both noblemen are in the empty palace, and the three transmissions are retreating into extreme yin. The pattern corresponds to a cycle of returning and repeating, so when they come, they will certainly leave again. Moreover, since the day stem is in the day branch and is being overcome, even if they come, they will not bring satisfaction. Later events proved this to be true. The *Gujian* records: With the hour of Chen and the general of Yin, a divination was made about a fugitive criminal. The diviner said: The癸water is lodging in the palace and added to卯, then moves from卯to the west and north, retreating in that direction. The person is hiding in a pigpen of a merchant's house. The number of亥is four, and the number of酉is six; multiplying four by six gives twenty-four miles, or sixty-four miles; there must be a family mourning in that area. A servant girl is washing wine vessels in front of the house, and by asking her, the fugitive's whereabouts can be found. This is because酉represents a servant girl, and酉meeting Tai Chang indicates mourning. Adding酉to亥forms the image of wine vessels. Later events confirmed this prediction.

課體：元首、稼穡、斬關。課義：六合交互，脫難入墓，屑就其祿，漸旺門戶。

This lesson pattern is "Original Sovereign" (the upper god conquers the lower god and is taken as the first transmission, the superior controls the inferior, and the matter is proper and justified), along with "Cultivating Crops" and "Cutting the Gate." The lesson meaning says: the day stem and day branch interact with the two upper gods through mutual combination; although it avoids theft and loss, it falls into the storage; as long as one is willing to submit to the禄神 (lucky god) above the day branch, the family will gradually become prosperous.

解曰：卯與戌合，子與丑合，干支交互相合也。白虎乘鬼發用克干，中傳又是日鬼，幸而脫於虎口。至末傳而又逢日墓，其昏迷不更甚乎。喜旺祿臨支，晝乘青龍吉將，倘能屏棄眾土，俯就支祿，則子水必能生卯，門戶當漸興旺也。

It is explained that the day branch卯 (Mao) combines with the day stem戌 (Xu) above it, and the子 (Zi) above the day branch combines with the丑 (Chou) where the癸 water lodges. This is the mutual coordination between the day stem and day branch. The White Tiger rides the official ghost as the initiating transmission, which then attacks the day stem. The middle transmission also involves another official ghost, which is fortunate as it allows escape from the White Tiger's attack. However, the final transmission meets the Storage (storage) of癸 water, implying deeper confusion in human affairs. Fortunately, the flourishing禄神 (favorable official) is located on the day branch, and during the day, the Azure Dragon, a favorable general, is riding it. If one could disregard the excessive earth elements and instead focus on the禄神 on the day branch, then the子 water would surely generate the卯 wood, leading to a gradually flourishing family.

斷曰：日祿臨支，權攝不正，官為佐貳，俸或家食。戌為催官發用，仕宦最宜。嫌末傳空亡，向後恐無結束。支干上下相刑于六合之中，外雖和順，須防胸中荊棘。

The interpretation says: When the stem of the day is in its own luck position within the day branch, it is called "authority not in proper place"—the authority does not belong to oneself, and holding an official position can only be as a deputy, and the salary may even have to be supplemented by oneself. The戌 is the god that promotes officialdom and is used as the initiating transmission, which is most suitable for someone in officialdom. Unfortunately, the final transmission falls into emptiness, so the outcome may not be favorable in the future. The day stem and day branch are in harmony but also contain hidden conflict, appearing harmonious on the surface, yet one should still be cautious as the other may have hidden resentment.

天時：三傳皆土，青龍剋日，陰而不雨。家宅：龍合生支，宅必見喜。仕宦：催官臨身，龍乘日祿，占名最利。求財：宜從本家覓。婚姻：晝占女吉，夜占男吉。胎產：上強下弱，孕乃成男。疾病：腎經膀胱之疾，能食可愈。出行：晝占水路甚吉。行人：末傳入墓，行者立至。兵戰：利主不利客。

Heavenly weather: All three transmissions are earth, the Azure Dragon, which belongs to wood, comes to overcome the earth element associated with the day stem. However, the sky is cloudy but no rain falls. Residence: The Azure Dragon and Liu He support the day branch, so there will certainly be good news in the house. Career: The official promoting god is added to oneself, and the Azure Dragon is riding on the禄神 of the day stem, making it most favorable to seek official rank. Seeking wealth: One should look for it within one's own home. Marriage: Divination in the daytime is favorable for the woman, and divination at night is favorable for the man. Pregnancy: The upper god is strong and the lower god is weak, indicating a male fetus. Illness: The illness is in the kidney and bladder, and as long as one can still eat, it will recover. Travel: Divination in the daytime for traveling by water is favorable. Travelers: The final transmission has entered the tomb, so the traveler will arrive soon. Warfare: It is favorable for the defending side, but unfavorable for the attacking side from a distance.

畢法云：權攝不正祿臨支，干乘墓虎毋占病，虎臨干鬼凶速速。課經云：干上戌乘白虎克干，賴末傳辰土，晝乘螣蛇沖虎，是以凶制凶。占憂患事，必得人解釋。要覽云：子祿臨卯，被宅所脫，必因起蓋房屋，以祿償債。

The "Bifa Fu" says: If the禄神 falls on the day branch, the authority is not legitimate and the words are not proper; if the day stem is accompanied by the Tomb Spirit and also rides on the White Tiger, do not use it to predict illness; if the White Tiger brings the official ghost of the day stem and comes to dominate, misfortunes will come very quickly. The "Ke Jing" says: If the戌 on the day stem is accompanied by the White Tiger to attack the day stem, it entirely relies on the final transmission's辰 earth to be accompanied by the Teng Snake during the day to confront the White Tiger; this is using a凶神 to control another凶神; when predicting troubles, there must be someone who comes forward to resolve the matter. The "Liu Ren Yao Lian" says: If the子 water禄神 falls on the卯 position, and is stolen away by the house position, it must be because of building a house or constructing a building, using theofficial stipend to pay off debts.

課體：涉害，曲直，勵德。課義：干上旬丁，引往賊營，夜將皆土，解釋冤憎。

This lesson pattern is characterized by involvement of harm, straight and flexible, and virtue. The meaning of the lesson states: the day stem is the spirit of Ding in this ten-day period, which leads people into a place of danger. The heavenly generals at night are all of earth type, which naturally overcomes water and harms the body. Fortunately, the three transmissions form a wood pattern that transforms the earth energy, thus resolving enmity and hatred.

解曰：干上丁酉，所謂水日逢丁財動也。若貪此財，而冒昧前取，則三傳皆脫，必引干癸入於脫盜之鄉矣。夜將皆土傷日，卻賴曲直為救，非解冤釋憎而何。

The day stem has the酉 hidden stem, which is丁, exactly as the壬 school explains: "When water day meets 丁, the wealth hexagram is activated." If one is greedy for this wealth and hastily reaches out to take it, the three transmissions are all wood that steal the energy of the day stem. This will certainly lead the癸 water through paths of depletion and theft. The heavenly generals at night are all earth, which together injure and overcome the day stem. However, the three transmissions form a wood pattern that overcomes earth, thus rescuing the day stem. This is precisely resolving grievances and dispelling hatred.

斷曰：曲直之課，純乎盜氣，幸干上酉金，足以克木生身，必家有嚴母，能樽節後人。課傳六陰，自晝傳夜，惟利陰私，亦防昏滯，此占不利仕宦，惟利常人，秋占更吉。

The interpretation says: This is a lesson of curved and straight lines, where the three transmissions are entirely stealing the wood energy of the day stem. Fortunately, the day stem is above the酉 metal, which can both control wood and generate water, indicating that there is a strict mother in the family who can manage the expenses for the younger generations. All six positions of the four lessons and three transmissions are yin, and the transmission flows from the daytime direction to the nighttime direction, which is favorable for secret and private matters, but one should also beware of confusion and blockage. This lesson is unfavorable for those seeking official positions, but favorable for ordinary people. It is more auspicious in the autumn season.

天時：課傳皆陰，畢宿臨日，風雨皆見。家宅：亥為日之同類，加支生支，必賴兄弟之力，光大其門。仕宦：雖有貴人臨於課傳，奈三傳全木克官，占官最忌。求財：財氣最旺，宜得貴人與婢妾之財。婚姻：利妻不利夫。胎產：上強下弱，陰極變陽，孕乃生男。

Heavenly weather: All four lessons and three transmissions belong to yin, and the mansion of Net (Bi Su) which governs rain and wind is added to the day stem, so both wind and rain will be experienced. For the residence:亥 and癸 are both water, which is the same as the day stem, and when added to the day branch, they generate and support the day branch. It is definitely necessary to rely on the strength of brothers to expand the family. For official career: Although there is a nobleman among the four lessons and three transmissions, the three transmissions are all wood, which is the子孙 (offspring) that will overcome the official star. This is most unfavorable for official career. For wealth: The wealth energy is at its peak, it is suitable to gain wealth through the nobleman and servants. For marriage: It is favorable for the wife but unfavorable for the husband. For pregnancy: The upper god is strong and the lower god is weak, yin reaches its extreme and turns to yang, so the fetus is male.

疾病：腎水虧損之疾，或木侮脾經，賴酉金生亥克木，必遇良醫。遺失：並非賊竊。出行：陸路可行，水路欠利。行人：尚未啟行。捕獲：晝占賊在東方，夜占賊在正南。兵戰：防敵虛詐。

Disease: This is a condition of kidney water deficiency or excessive wood energy overpowering the spleen earth; relying on酉 metal which both generates亥 water and controls wood energy, one will certainly meet a good doctor. Lost items: They were not stolen by thieves. Travel: It is suitable to travel by land but not by water. A traveler: Has not yet departed. Capturing thieves: If divined during the day, the thief is in the east; if divined at night, the thief is due south. Military affairs: Be cautious of the enemy's false bravado and deceitful tactics.

畢法云：合中犯殺蜜中砒，眾鬼雖彰全不畏。課經云：是名脫氣為救格，蓋三傳木局，並來脫干，既無日鬼，豈宜附於眾鬼雖彰之例。緣三傳天將，皆是土神，併力傷干，反賴三傳木局，剋制土將，豈不應斯格耶。凡遇此局，只作救神論，切不可作脫氣言之。

The *Bi Fa Fu* says: When there is a harmonious relationship but an Inauspicious Sha (malevolent killing) is involved, it is like honey mixed with arsenic; although the official ghost appears everywhere, as long as there is something that controls it, there is no need to fear. The *Ke Jing* says: This pattern is called "De Qi Wei Jiu Ge" (a pattern of escaping qi for salvation). The three transmissions in a wood pattern are originally all coming together to steal and drain the day stem; since the pattern does not have the official ghost of the day stem, it should not fall under the category of "Zhong Gui Su Zhang" (numerous ghosts clearly present). However, the heavenly generals accompanying the three transmissions are all earth deities, working together to injure and control the day stem. Therefore, it relies on the wood pattern in the three transmissions to control these earth generals—this precisely matches that category. Whenever this pattern occurs, it should be regarded as a saving deity, and must not be treated merely as a simple stealing and draining force.

課體：知一，斬關，斫輪，蕪淫。課義：交互戰伐，不受福德，夜虎臨身，脫空鬼賊。

This divination lesson has the pattern of "Knowing One," "Cutting the Gate," "Chopping the Wheel" (the first and final transmissions mutually restrain each other, like a wheelwright cutting wood, repeatedly refining until the object is formed), and "Wu Yin" (men and women each harbor private feelings, leading to disorder in the household). The lesson interpretation says: the day stem and day branch cross each other and attack one another; the heavenly virtue and good fortune that should be enjoyed are unable to be borne; a white tiger presses upon the self at night; and the three transmissions are full of theft, emptiness, officials' ghosts, and thieves.

解曰：干上申金克支，支上戌土克干，是交互戰伐也。巳為日德，又為晝貴。逢空入墓，無氣之極，是不受福德也。申雖日之長生，夜虎晝元，不可守矣。往投三傳，卯為脫氣，戌為日鬼，巳又逢空，無一佳處。但當棄此三傳，再投日干所臨之午，乃日之財，經所謂避難求財格也。

The stem on the day is癸 water, and the metal of申 on top of it goes to overcome the wood of卯 in the day branch. The earth of戌 on the day branch also goes to overcome the water of癸 on the day stem. This is a mutual attack between the two sides. The巳 is both the Heavenly Virtue of癸 day and the nobleman of the day, but now it has fallen into the empty period and entered the storage, its strength has declined to the extreme, so it cannot bear this fortune virtue. Although申 is the growth of癸 water, it is occupied by the white tiger at night and the black tortoise during the day, so it cannot be held. Turning to the three transmissions,卯 is a thief and a leakage,戌 is the official ghost of the day stem, and巳 has also fallen into the empty period, there is no good place anywhere. Therefore, it is necessary to abandon the three transmissions entirely and turn to the fire of午, which is the wealth of癸 water. This is what the book of Ren says, "seeking wealth to avoid difficulties."

斷曰：斫輪之課，本利占官，但發用子孫，剋制官星，亦非全吉。長生晝夜，將乘元虎，父母不無疾病遺失之事。又名蕪淫，琴瑟必有未調，常人亦防官事臨門。

The interpretation states: This type of divination is generally favorable for predicting official career prospects, but the initiating transmission is based on the卯 wood, which is the son's element, and thus it counteracts the official star. Therefore, it is not entirely auspicious. The申 metal is in its position of growth, but during the day it is accompanied by the Black Tortoise and at night by the White Tiger, indicating that the parents may suffer from illness or lose something. The name of the divination is also called "Wuyin," implying discord between husband and wife; ordinary people should also be cautious of legal troubles coming their way.

天時：朱雀發用無雨。家宅：晝占則官事臨門，夜占則吉事入宅。仕宦：鑄印催官，功名極速。求財：宜得貴人妾婦之財，巳年月利。婚姻：支干上神，晝夜皆有白虎，不吉。胎產：男妊，產速。疾病：腎虛之症，後防不測。出行：水陸皆凶。行人：天罡加仲，尚在中途。兵戰：有始無終，宜謹慎。

Heavenly Weather: The Vermilion Bird belongs to fire and initiates the transmission, so there will be no rain. Residence: If divined during the day, legal troubles will come; if divined at night, good things will enter the house. Career: The earth dog (戌) is the god of official seals, and it meets the official promotion, so fame and success will come very quickly. Seeking Wealth: It is favorable to gain wealth through the nobleman and the wife, with the most favorable years and months being those of the snake (巳). Marriage: The heavenly stem and earthly branch of the day are suppressed by the White Tiger both day and night, which is unfavorable. Pregnancy and Childbirth: The fetus is male and will be born quickly. Illness: It is a type of kidney deficiency, and one should be cautious of unexpected events in the future. Travel: Both water and land routes are dangerous. Travelers: The Tiangang is placed on the fourth cardinal position, so the person is still on the way. Military Affairs: There is a beginning but no end, so one should be cautious.

畢法云：夫婦蕪淫各有私。指南：卯加申占失馬，宜向何方尋覓，何日可得，曰：馬之陰神，見子乘龍，馬必青黑色，三日內必獲。緣末傳之驛馬逢空，必俟出旬乙巳日填實，方能獲馬。馬居戌地，當於西北山岡覓之。後果三日自劉家集得之。

The *Bifa Fu* says: When husband and wife each harbor private feelings, the family becomes disorderly and chaotic. The *Lun Yin Zhi Nan* records that if the lesson uses the卯 (Mao) added to申 (Shen) to predict a lost horse, one should determine the direction to search and the day the horse will be found. The interpreter says: The horse's hidden spirit appears as Zi water and is accompanied by the Azure Dragon, so the horse must be black and white in color. It will certainly be found back within three days. Because the final transmission's post-horse is in the empty position, it must wait until after the current ten-day period to reach the day of Yisi, when the empty position is filled, then the horse can be recovered. The horse is located in the territory of Xu, so one should search in the northwest mountain area. Later, indeed, the horse was found on the third day at Liu Family Settlement.

課體：反吟，勵德，龍戰。課義：夜貴閉口，宅乘丁酉，動既無財，尤不可守。

This lesson pattern is reverse chant, moral cultivation, and "Dragon Strife" (the conflict between the卯 and酉 branches, yin and yang opposing each other, taking the meaning from the upper sixth line of the坤 hexagram in The Zhou Changes, "Dragon struggles in the wild"). The lesson meaning says: the nobleman remains silent at night; the dwelling position is occupied by the丁 spirit and酉 metal; if it moves, wealth cannot be obtained, and if it stays, it is even worse.

解曰：夜占不可干貴，緣貴人閉口，不肯剖露真情也。丁神臨宅，宅不安寧。水日逢丁，本為財動，而乘酉之敗氣，不惟不能得財，且有耗費。退而歸於干上，又逢未土，明鬼暗脫，其不可守也，更甚矣。

It is said that divination at night should not seek the help of the Nobleman, because the Nobleman is keeping silent and unwilling to reveal the truth. The Ding god is added to the dwelling position, causing the family dwelling to be unsettled. When a water day meets the Ding god, it is usually a sign of the wealth hexagram being activated, but since it is riding on the waning metal of You, it does not bring wealth but rather leads to expenditure. Looking back at the day stem, it is also Wei earth — on the surface, Wei earth is the official ghost of Gui water that is restraining it, and secretly, the hidden wood in Wei earth is stealing away the water's energy. Thus, trying to hold on is not possible, and it is worse than taking action.

斷曰：反吟之課，干被未克，支被酉克，而又各坐於克方，是謂全傷坐克，人宅皆傷之象。初末作脫，中傳敗氣，三傳又皆土將，禍患重疊，殆非一端。雀鬼加干，朝官亦防彈劾。蓋往來逼迫，進退維艱，而反覆無常，波瀾不定也。

The interpretation says: In a reverse chant divination, the day stem is overcome by the earth of hexagram six, and the day branch is overcome by the metal of hexagram eight. Both are seated in the directions that overcome them, which is called "complete injury and sitting under overcoming." This indicates that both the person and the house are injured. The first and final transmissions are both thieves and leakers, while the middle transmission is a defeated qi. The generals accompanying the three transmissions are all earth generals. The calamities are layered upon each other, not just one. The Vermilion Bird carries the official ghost and overlays the day stem, meaning even officials in government should beware of being impeached. In summary, both ends are under pressure, advancement and retreat are difficult, matters are changeable, and troubles are continuous.

天時：晴占乃雨，雨占乃晴。家宅：宅中必因婢妾不寧。仕宦：雀鬼加干，朝貴防劾。求財：宜得妾婦之財。婚姻：支於全傷，占婚不吉。胎產：女孕，母子不吉。疾病：肺經受病，防有翻覆。出行：中道亦回。行人：行者立至。兵戰：反覆不寧，主客皆傷。

If the weather is clear but the divination indicates rain, or if it is rainy but the divination suggests clear weather, then rain will come or the weather will clear. For the household: there will certainly be unrest due to matters concerning a servant woman. For official career: the Vermilion Bird carries the official ghost and approaches the day stem, so high-ranking officials in court should beware of accusations. For seeking wealth: it is favorable to obtain wealth through a wife or concubine. For marriage: both the day stem and day branch are harmed (the original text mistakenly wrote '支于' instead of '支干'), indicating an unfavorable marriage outcome. For pregnancy: the fetus is female, and both mother and child are not auspicious. For illness: the metal of酉 corresponds to the lungs, so the illness is in the lung meridian, and one should beware of recurring illness. For travel: even if one goes halfway, they will still have to return. For a person away: the traveler will arrive soon. For military affairs: the situation is uncertain, and both the host and the guest forces will suffer injuries.

畢法云：兩貴受克難干貴，干支全傷防兩損。精蘊：未加丑，酉年二月，妻占夫病，本命在丑。曰：妻之年命，上乘華蓋，太常作日鬼，又是死氣，又是弔客，謂之孝帛蓋妻頭。夫病必死，倘八月內占之，未為生氣，尚有孝服未已，果驗。

The *Bifa Fu* says: When two noblemen are both afflicted, relying on a nobleman to handle affairs will be difficult to achieve; when both the day stem and day branch are injured, one should beware of losses both in people and in the household. The *Jingyun* records: When the earthy branch *wei* is placed on *chou*, in the year of *you* during the second lunar month, a wife consulted about her husband's illness. Her own birth branch was *chou*. The interpreter said: The wife's year branch is on top of the *huagai* star (a star name meaning to cover or shield), and the *tai chang* is also the husband's official ghost, while at the same time it is also death qi, and combined with the *diao ke* deity. This is called "Xiao Bo Gai Qi Tou" — a white mourning cloth is exactly covering the wife's head, so the husband's illness will certainly not be cured. If this were to happen in the eighth lunar month instead, *wei* would be in the state of life qi, but even so, there would still be an unfinished matter of mourning. Later events proved this to be true.

課體：重審，六儀。課義：中害末墓，午財勿顧，唯賴申生，夜占虎遇。

This divination lesson pattern is "Chong Shen" (Re-examination) combined with "Six Instruments" (Six Initials of the Ten Heavenly Stems in a ten-day cycle, whose spirit initiates the transmission, indicating encountering misfortune and transforming it into good fortune, receiving protection from others). The lesson meaning states: the middle transmission is in conflict, and the final transmission enters the tomb; the fire wealth on the day stem does not need to be considered; the only thing to rely on is the metal of the house with the growth energy, but at night when it is used, it collides with the White Tiger.

解曰：中傳之亥，遁得己土。末傳之辰，又是日墓。午財雖則臨身，而自末遞克，迴歸干上，又復受克。夜占乘虎，豈能顧戀乎。三傳既無可取，賴宅上申金，為日之長生，無如夜乘白虎，宅亦欠寧，不可守也。

The Middle Transmission's亥遁 dry branch connects to the己 earth stem, which is the official ghost of the癸 water; the Final Transmission's辰 is also the storage place for癸 water. Although the午 fire wealth is right next to the self, it is passed down through the Final Transmission and mutually controlled, returning to the day stem, thus being controlled again. At night, it is also accompanied by the White Tiger, so this wealth is not worth clinging to. Since there is no suitable element in the three transmissions, one can only rely on the metal申 in the dwelling position—申 is the growth of癸 water. Unfortunately, at night the申 is also accompanied by the White Tiger, making the dwelling unstable as well, and it cannot be held onto.

斷曰：重審之課，三傳自刑，事多不順。喜六儀發用，干上乘財，支上乘生，乃人宅榮昌之象。初末晝拱巳貴，干支夜拱太常。若年命居於寅子，謀無不遂。午為妻財，受克乘元，非有妻病，即防盜馬。

The divination states: In a review of the case, the three transmissions are mutually conflicting and restraining, indicating that matters are likely to go against expectations. Fortunately, the six instruments are initiating the transmissions, with the day stem riding on the wealth hexagram, and the day branch riding on the growth hexagram, indicating a prosperous situation for both person and residence. The initial and final transmissions during the day enclose the巳 position's nobleman in the middle, while the day stem and day branch during the night enclose the Tai Chang in the middle. If the native's birth year or current year falls on寅 or子, then whatever is planned will surely succeed.午 represents wife's wealth, but it is now restrained and riding on the black tortoise, meaning either the wife is ill or there is a risk of horses being stolen.

天時：午火發用。水被庫藏，恐不能雨。家宅：長生臨宅，夜占乘虎，父母防災。仕宦：寅命子命人吉。求財：財爻臨干，易得，但防驚恐。婚姻：女益男家。胎產：胎神受克，占胎不吉。疾病：肝肺受病，或瘡疼首痛，未幾即愈。出行：晝占吉。行人：末傳入墓，可望即到。兵戰：客能勝主。

Heavenly weather: Wu fire initiates the transmission, and water energy is absorbed by the Chen storage, so it is likely that rain will not fall. For the residence: the god of growth is added to the residence position, which is normally a good omen, but at night it rides upon the White Tiger, so the parents' generation should beware of disasters. For official career: those whose destiny is in Yin or Zi will have good fortune. For seeking wealth: the wealth element is on the day stem, making it easy to obtain, but one should beware of being startled. For marriage: the woman can bring benefit to the man's family. For pregnancy: the fetal god is being attacked, making the divination for pregnancy unfavorable. For illness: the illness is in the liver and lungs, or there is a sore or pain, or headache, but it will soon recover. For travel: the divination during the day is favorable. For a traveler: the final transmission enters the tomb, so the traveler is expected to arrive soon. For military affairs: the distant guest force can overcome the defending main force.

畢法云：支乘墓虎有伏尸。課經云：六合乘申加卯，為六片板格。申者，身也。上有六合，下有卯木，以身就木之象。占病不吉。三月占尤的。如不乘六合，九月占病，則臥床而未愈。緣申作生氣，卯為床也。若占父母長上之疾，尤為不吉，以父母爻入棺故也。

The *Bifa Fu* says: If the day branch is occupied by the Tomb Spirit (mound spirit) and also by the White Tiger (White Tiger), it indicates there is an unburied corpse in the family. The *Ke Jing* says: If the Liu He (six harmonies) is on 申 (Shen) and placed on 卯 (Mao), it is called the "Six Planks Pattern." 申 represents the body, and above it is Liu He (which symbolizes a coffin), while below it is 卯 wood, forming an image of the body entering the wooden coffin. This is an inauspicious omen for illness, especially in the third month. If Liu He is not on 申, but the illness is predicted in the ninth month, it merely indicates the patient is still in bed without recovery—since 申 represents Life Qi (life qi) and 卯 symbolizes a bed. If this pattern is used to predict the illness of parents or elders, it is particularly inauspicious, because the parents'爻 (line) is equivalent to being in a coffin.

課體：涉害，從革，絕嗣，孤辰。課義：四課被賊，絕嗣亡族，晝將助傳，去禍迎福。

This lesson's pattern is involved in harm, "From Reform" (the three transmissions Si, You, and Chou form a metal trinity, taking the meaning from the Book of Documents, "The Metal is called From Reform"), "No Offspring" (the grandson's yao is restrained and does not exist), and Guchen. The lesson's meaning states: the upper spirits of the four lessons are all attacked and overcome by the lower spirits; the lesson's name is No Offspring, indicating the loss of the last generation and the extinction of the clan. Fortunately, the heavenly general during the day supports the three transmissions, removing the calamity and bringing in good fortune.

解曰：四課上神，皆被下神所賊，卦名絕嗣。晝將純土克干，幸三傳金局，竊脫土氣，轉育癸水，化難作恩，豈非去禍而迎福者耶。

The spirits above the four lessons are all defeated and overcome by the spirits below, so the hexagram is named "No Succession." The heavenly general for the day is entirely of earth, and all together they overcome the day stem; fortunately, the three transmissions form a metal trinity, stealing away the earth energy and transforming it to nourish the癸 water, turning disaster into blessing—this is not precisely driving away calamity and welcoming good fortune?

斷曰：從革之課，三傳克支生干，人雖豐盈，家無正屋，或孟棄其田宅，逃往他方。五陰相繼，事主昏迷。墓神覆支，宅非明敞。惟仕宦占此，官印全逢，有革故鼎新之象。

The interpretation says: This is a lesson of metal transformation. The three transmissions form a metal structure that overcomes the day branch but benefits the day stem. Although a person may have a wealthy family background, they do not have a proper main house, or they may wish to abandon their land and property and flee elsewhere. The five positions of the lesson are connected by successive yin spirits, indicating confusion and obscurity in affairs. The tomb spirit covers the day branch, so the house will not be bright or spacious. Only officials who take this lesson will have the official star and the seal thread appearing together, showing the atmosphere of renewal and transformation described in the Zhou Changes (I Ching) hexagrams of Revolution and Cauldron.

天時：天罡指陽，三傳生日，天晴無雨。仕宦：貴祿皆空，填實即吉。家宅：支乘支墓，宅上欠寧。求財：財爻已空，不吉。婚姻：女子愚蠢多言，不利。胎產：陰極陽生，當生男。疾病：脾土之疾，七月占不吉。出行：水陸兩途，均不甚利。行人：末傳空，未到。兵戰：利客不利主。

Heavenly weather: The Tiangang points to the yang position, and the three transmissions support the day stem, indicating clear skies with no rain. Career: The nobleman and the official god both fall into the empty period, and it will be favorable when the real god fills the empty position. Residence: The day branch is occupied by the Tomb Spirit of the day branch, indicating instability in the house. Wealth: The wealth element has fallen into emptiness, which is unfavorable. Marriage: The woman is dull and talkative, which is unfavorable. Pregnancy and childbirth: Yin reaches its extreme and yang energy regenerates, indicating the birth of a boy. Disease: It is a disease related to the earth element, and it is unfavorable in the seventh month. Travel: Neither waterway nor land route is smooth. Travelers: The final transmission falls into emptiness, indicating the person has not arrived yet. Military: It is favorable for the distant foreign forces, but unfavorable for the defending side.

畢法云：傳墓入墓分憎愛，水日逢丁財動之。指南：辛未六月未將卯時，為臺臣占上疏，曰：“傳將逆生，有疏薦人乎？”曰：“非也。有疏參人耳。”曰：“雖則三傳遞生，嫌其初末逢空，獨存中傳之歲破，作鬼傷干。又太歲臨宅，乘朱雀剋日。太歲，君也，歲破，相也。恐得罪於君相，課象不利。”後果以上章薦人，下獄擬配。纂義云：酉乘天空加巳，防婢妾挈財逃走。

The *Bifa Fu* says: When the transmission falls into the Tomb Spirit (burial god) and comes from the Tomb Spirit, one should distinguish between aversion and affection; when water day meets the spirit of Ding, the wealth hexagram is activated. The *Liu Yin Zhi Nan* records: In the year Xinwei, in the sixth lunar month, at the hour of卯 (Goat), a diviner was asked to predict an official's petition. The diviner asked, "Since the three transmissions and the heavenly general are in reverse generation, does this mean recommending someone?" The other person replied, "No, it means accusing someone." The diviner said, "Although the three transmissions are in successive generation, the first and last transmissions fall into empty positions, leaving only the middle transmission as the annual broken spirit, acting as the official ghost to harm the day stem; also, the sovereign year is located at the house position, riding on the Vermilion Bird to harm the day stem. The sovereign year represents the sovereign, and the broken spirit represents the prime minister, so it is feared that both the sovereign and the prime minister will be offended, and the divination indicates an unfavorable situation." Later, the person was indeed imprisoned for submitting a petition recommending someone and was sentenced to exile. The *Zuanyi* says: When the酉 (Rooster) rides on the Tian Kong (Heavenly Void) and is placed on the巳 (Snake), one should beware of servants or concubines stealing property and fleeing.

課體：重審，斬關，三交。課義：祿貴丁財，並墓俱逢，守之昏晦，動則亨通。

The lesson pattern of this divination is repeated review, cutting off the gate, and "three intersections" (the day stem and day branch interact with the upper god, mutually attacking and restraining each other, entangled with one another). The lesson meaning states: the禄神, nobleman, 丁神, and wealth hexagram, together with the storage, all meet at once; if they remain stationary, there will be confusion and lack of clarity, but if they move, it will be smooth and prosperous.

解曰：辰為日之墓神，臨於干上，若守此墓，自然昏晦。倘棄而投諸三傳，則酉上乘丁，作日之財神。子為日之祿神，卯為干之夜貴，三者皆逢，亨通之至，非動曷能有此。

It is explained that Chen is the storage for Gui water. Now it is placed above the day stem. If one clings solely to this storage, it will naturally lead to confusion and darkness. But if one leaves it and seeks out the three transmissions, then You has the Ding god, which is the wealth god of the day stem; Zi is the禄 god of the day stem; and Mao is the night nobleman of the day stem. All three good elements come together, achieving the utmost success. Without movement, how could one obtain these benefits.

斷曰：三交之課，支干自刑。又支克干上辰土，干克支上午火，交互克賊，主有參商。倘夫妻行年，再立辰午，卦名解離，非斷絃必反目也。所喜午實辰空，傳逢軒蓋，占官可用。

The interpretation states: In the case of three-way interaction, the day stem and day branch mutually control and restrain each other. The卯 branch of the day branch further controls the辰 earth of the day stem. Meanwhile, the癸 water of the day stem controls the午 fire of the day branch. This cross-control indicates that the two people are like the stars Shen and Shang, which do not harmonize with each other. If both partners' ages fall on the辰 or午, the hexagram is called "Disunion," which does not mean the loss of a spouse, but rather mutual hostility and estrangement. Fortunately, the午 is actual and the辰 is empty, and the three transmissions also meet the god of officialdom, so it is still favorable for official career.

天時：墓神覆日，天罡指陰，陰雨之象。家宅：敗氣發用，脫干克支，室家不和，衰替之象。仕宦：貴祿皆現，占名最吉。求財：水日逢丁，求財必得。婚姻：恐有刑傷。胎產：女孕，母有驚，子難育。

Heavenly weather: The tomb god covers the day stem, and the tiangang points to the yin position, indicating the image of rain and clouds. Residence: The defeated qi god initiates, both stealing the day stem and harming the day branch, leading to domestic discord, indicating the image of decline and decay. Career: Both the nobleman and the禄 god appear, which is most auspicious for seeking official rank. Wealth: A water day meets the ding god, ensuring certain gain in wealth matters. Marriage: There is a fear of punishment and injury. Pregnancy: The fetus is female, the mother will experience a shock, and the child will be difficult to raise.

疾病：心經受病，夜占腎水虧損，病實人空，難愈。出行：陸路不吉，水路得財。行人：出旬即至。捕獲：晝占在艮方爐灶之處，夜占在正北方竹叢中。兵戰：彼此兩傷，夜占擒敵。

Disease: Wu fire belongs to the heart, the illness is in the heart meridian; if divined at night, the kidney water is deficient. The illness is in a real place while the person's destiny is in an empty place, making it difficult to recover. Travel: going by land is not auspicious, but going by water can bring wealth. Travelers: they will arrive after the current ten-day period. Capturing thieves: if divined during the day, the thief is in the northeast direction near the stove; if divined at night, the thief is in the due north area among the bamboo grove. Military affairs: both sides will suffer defeat; if divined at night, the enemy can be captured.

畢法云：夫婦蕪淫各有私，賓主不投刑在上，水日逢丁財動之。課經云：春酉將癸卯日酉加午，臨仲發用，斗繫丑未，名二煩課。秘要云：午酉遞加乘勾陳，宅中主有產婦驚恐，應在寅日。指掌賦云：寅乘元武見巳，為煉丹道人。又云：酉加午上，為寵婢登堂，會六合，必主淫亂。又云：申乘合作醫人。

The "Bifa Fu" says: Spouses each have private feelings; host and guest do not harmonize because the upper deity is in conflict; on a day of water, if the丁 is present, the wealth line is activated. The "Ke Jing" says: In spring, use the酉 general; on a Guimao day, the酉 is placed on the午, and it is placed on the four central position and initiates transmission. The handle of the ladle is between丑 and未, which is called "Er Fan Ke." The "Mi Yao" says: The午 and酉 mutually add upon each other and are multiplied by Gou Chen, indicating that a woman in childbirth at home is startled, and the time of occurrence is on the寅 day. The "Zhi Zhang Fu" says: The寅 carries the Black Tortoise and meets the巳, symbolizing a Taoist alchemist. It also says: The酉 is placed on the午, indicating a favored servant entering the hall; if it also meets the Six Harmonies, it certainly indicates domestic disorder. It also says: The申 carries the Six Harmonies, symbolizing a doctor.

課體：遙克，蒿矢，勵德，不備。課義：傳及干支，迤邐生上，涸源斷根，病訟惡況。

The lesson pattern is "remote control" (the four lessons do not have direct mutual control; instead, the god at the distant position is taken as the initiating transmission). It is also "hao shi" (in remote control, when the lower god controls the upper one, it is called hao shi, like an arrow made from hemp and reed, with weak power). It is also "li de" and "bu bei." The lesson meaning says: the three transmissions are connected to the day stem and day branch, proceeding from the lower to the upper in successive mutual generation. The source of water is drained, and the roots of wood are cut off, indicating illness and legal disputes as two bad events.

解曰：三傳自上生下，四課自下生上，謂之水涸其源，木斷其根也。病因不攝，虛損難醫。訟自家庭而起，所謂自惡窩犯者是也。

The Three Transmissions are generated from top to bottom, and the Four Lessons are generated from bottom to top. The original vital energy flows outward unchecked, hence the water source is drained and the roots of the wood are cut off. Illness arises from lack of restraint and proper care, leading to a condition of deficiency that is difficult to treat. Legal disputes originate within the family itself, which is referred to as 'self-inflicted evil nest' in the壬 book — the source of misfortune lies within one's own household.

斷曰：不備之課，課傳六陰，心事昏迷，不利公用。蒿矢課而發用驀越，已屬輕浮。又兼落陷，毫無實跡。如年命在寅，上乘天罡，得晝夜貴人拱定，仕必高甲。

The interpretation says: Without proper preparation, all six positions of the four lessons and three transmissions are yin, leading to confusion and lack of clarity regarding internal matters, which is unfavorable for official duties. The蒿矢 lesson itself has weak power, and the initiating transmission involves the蓦越 god, making it even more superficial. Moreover, it falls into an empty and barren position, leaving no real traces. However, if the native's birth year or current year is on寅 and is occupied by Tiangang, and is flanked by the day and night noblemen, then passing the examination and securing an official position is certain.

天時：天罡指陽，朱雀發用，中末兩傳，晝夜皆乘土將，不能得雨。家宅：晝夜貴人各脫干支，必因貴人耗費財物。仕宦：兩貴相加，晝夜互見，定中高魁。求財：宅上財空，出旬可得。婚姻：干支皆貴，門楣相稱。

Heavenly Weather: The Tiangang points to the Yang position, the Vermilion Bird initiates the transmission, and both the Middle Transmission and Final Transmission are supported by Earth, so rain cannot come down. Residence: Both the day and night Noblemen drain the vital energy of the Day Stem and Day Branch, so one will certainly spend money for entertaining the Noblemen. Career: The two Noblemen together, with the day Nobleman and night Nobleman both appearing, will certainly pass the high examination. Wealth: The wealth爻 at the residence position is empty, and it can only be obtained after this旬. Marriage: Both the Day Stem and Day Branch are occupied by Noblemen, indicating that the two families are of equal status.

胎產：晝占六合受克，男孕，產恐不育。疾病：心經受病，指日可愈。出行：晝占水路可行，夜占陸路可行，然失耗皆所不免。行人：驛馬歸宅，出旬即到。兵戰：財爻不備，軍資不足。墳葬：朝山好，當發財。

Fetus and childbirth: Divination during the day shows that Liu He is under attack, indicating a male fetus, but there is fear that the child may not survive after birth. Disease: The illness is in the heart meridian, and it will recover soon. Travel: Divination during the day suggests traveling by water is acceptable, and traveling by land at night is also acceptable, but loss of belongings and expenses are inevitable. Traveler: The post-horse has already returned to the dwelling position and will arrive after this ten-day period. Military: The wealth sign is incomplete, indicating insufficient military supplies. Graveyard: The facing mountain directly opposite is favorable, which can bring wealth.

畢法云：晝夜貴加求兩貴。指南：甲子四月申將午時占，曰：時為日胎，必占六甲。問男乎？女乎？曰：干上卯屬震，長男之象。又是幕貴，三傳四課純陰，陰極陽生，必產貴兒。且支加干，俯首見子，生更順利。但課不備，未能足月。問生干何時？曰：六月生。後果一一如斷。

The "Bifa Fu" says: If the daytime nobleman and the nighttime nobleman are combined, they can assist in seeking help from two noblemen at the same time. The "Liu Ren Zhi Nan" records: In the year of Jiazi, in the fourth month, with the general of Shen and the time of Wu, a divination was made. The interpreter said: The time of the divination coincides with the fetal god of the day stem, so it must be about pregnancy. The person asked whether the child would be male or female. The interpreter said: The卯 (Mao) on the day stem corresponds to the Zhen hexagram in the "Zhou Yi", which represents the elder son; the卯 is also the nighttime nobleman. All four lessons and three transmissions are purely yin spirits. When yin reaches its extreme, yang energy regenerates, so it is certain that a noble son will be born. Moreover, the day branch is added to the day stem, which symbolizes looking down at a son, indicating a smooth delivery. However, since the four lessons are not complete, there is a fear that the child may not be born full-term. The person then asked when the child would be born, and the interpreter answered: In the sixth month. Later, all the predictions were accurate. (The original text mistakenly wrote "dry" instead of "at")

課體：重審，進茹，龍戰，斬關，寡宿。課義：前路皆空，凡事無蹤，未免虛動，病訟俱逢。

The lesson pattern of this divination is repeated review, advancement, dragon struggle, cutting off the gate, and guasu. The meaning of the lesson states: all the way ahead is entirely kongwang, so nothing is settled; inevitably there will be a lot of wasted effort, and both illness and legal troubles will come together.

解曰：辰巳午作三傳，皆逢空陷。凡事俱無蹤跡，虛聲而已。干上寅木作病氣，脫於發用。天罡夜乘螣蛇，作鬼墓干。所以病訟之殃，必不能免也。

It is explained that the characters Chen, Si, and Wu serve as the Three Transmissions, all falling into an empty and barren position. Therefore, nothing can be found in reality, only empty sounds. The wood of Yin, located on the Day Stem, is in the position of illness for the water of Gui. It steals the energy of the Day Stem, and this leakage flows into the Initiating Transmission of Chen earth. The Tiangang Chen earth, during the night, takes on the Teng Snake, acting as both the official ghost and the storage place for the water of Gui, pressing down upon the Day Stem. Therefore, both illness and legal troubles are certain to occur.

斷曰：斬關之課，事不由己。逼迫而動，網刃在前，不利動作。干上脫氣乘元，晝占難免失脫。支上夜乘螣蛇，乘墓克干，驚恐當亦不免。若能退守干上寅木，雖為脫氣，尚司敵鬼安貧。

The interpretation states: This is a cutting-off-the-gate pattern, indicating that matters are not under one's own control. One is forced to act by circumstances, with a net set ahead and a Yangren obstructing the way, making it unfavorable to take any action. The day stem is affected by a spirit that is a detached qi, riding on the Black Tortoise, leading to possible loss or escape during the day. The day branch is influenced by the Teng Snake at night, along with the Tomb Spirit (grave spirit) which restrains the day stem, resulting in unavoidable alarm. If one can retreat and protect the寅木 (寅 wood) on the day stem, although it is a stealing and dispersing qi, it can still resist the official ghost, allowing one to remain content with simplicity and poverty.

天時：支干各乘羅網，墓神發用，陰雲不雨。家宅：支上辰土，克干墓支，人災宅晦。仕宦：德貴驛馬皆空，占官不利。求財：財爻皆空，求無所得。婚姻：支墓干脫，兩家不吉。胎產：胎神空絕，占胎不吉。疾病：脾胃受傷，病空可愈。出行：水路有驚，陸路防失。行人：傳空未至。兵戰：元武臨干，須防劫營。

Heavenly conditions: The day stem and day branch each carry the heavenly net and earthly trap, the tomb god initiates the transmission, and dark clouds fill the sky but no rain falls. Residential conditions: The earth branch above the day stem is earth and it both restrains the day stem and is the tomb of the day stem, indicating misfortune for people and darkness in the house. Career prospects: Heavenly virtue, nobleman, and post-horse all fall empty, indicating unfavorable official fortune. Seeking wealth: All wealth signs are empty, so nothing can be obtained. Marriage: The day branch is in the tomb and the day stem is drained, indicating inauspiciousness for both families. Pregnancy: The fetal god is empty and meets the end, indicating inauspiciousness for pregnancy. Illness: The spleen and stomach are injured, the illness god is empty, but recovery is still possible. Travel: Traveling by water is dangerous, and traveling by land requires caution against losing belongings. Travelers: The three transmissions are empty, and the person has not arrived yet. Military: The black tortoise is added to the day stem, requiring vigilance against enemy attacks on the camp.

畢法云：進茹空亡宜退步，所謀多拙遭羅網，干墓並關人宅廢(夏占)，來去俱空豈動移。古鑑：戊申九月卯將寅時占葬地，曰：支干皆貴，此地甚佳。蓋丑為墳，即癸干之位。其墓在辰，遇空則為虛墓。對酉乘空，亦是虛墳。去此二者，方可以葬，後當發貴。且申酉為今日水母，對沖寅木，主水合星辰。巳又主雙，乘雀加辰，為雙圓峰，文章星也，生子當應舉及第，後皆應。

The *Bifa Fu* says: When the three transmissions fall into Kongwang, it is suitable to retreat; the affairs planned are mostly clumsy, because one has entered a trap; when the day stem's墓 and the斩关 appear together, both the person and the house will be abandoned (this refers to summer divination); if both the coming and going paths are Kongwang, then what is the point of moving or traveling. The *Gujian* records: In the year of Wushen, in the ninth month, a divination was made at the time of寅 for the burial site. The diviner said: The day stem and day branch are both occupied by the Nobleman, so this site is good. Chou represents the tomb, which is also the position where the癸 stem resides; the墓 of癸 is in Chen, and when Chen meets Kongwang, it becomes an empty tomb; the opposite of Chen is You, which also meets Kongwang, thus also an empty grave. One should avoid these two places before burial, and later there will be a nobleman. Moreover, Shen and You are the water mothers of this day, and they oppose the wood of寅, indicating the water mouth and the stars are compatible. Si also represents pairs, and with the Vermilion Bird on Chen, it forms two round peaks, which are the literary stars, and the son born will be able to pass the examination and succeed. All these predictions were later verified.

課體：伏吟，自任，元胎。課義：德祿俱空，晝虎鬼凶，火命解禍，土命畏逢。

This lesson pattern is a hidden chant, "self-reliance" (in a hidden chant lesson, the initiating transmission comes from the god above the day stem, and the matter depends entirely on oneself), and original embryo. The lesson meaning says: Heavenly Virtue and the禄神 are both in Kongwang; during the day, the White Tiger is accompanied by the official ghost, indicating a very ominous situation; those whose destiny belongs to fire can overcome metal and resolve misfortune, while those whose destiny belongs to earth should be afraid.

解曰：寅乃日之德祿，旬空無力，不能為福。未傳申為日鬼，晝占又乘白虎，其像甚凶。若占人年命屬火，火能克金，可以解禍。若年命屬土，則土反生鬼，逢之豈不可畏。至於金木水年命，皆可以類推而斷之。

The explanation says: Yin is both the Heavenly Virtue and the禄神 of Jia day, but it is in the旬空, thus powerless to act and cannot bring about good fortune. The final transmission, Shen, is the official ghost of Jia wood, and during the day it is riding the White Tiger, indicating a very凶 situation. If the person consulting has a birth sign of fire, fire can overcome metal, thus this calamity can be resolved. If the birth sign is earth, earth will generate metal and strengthen the official ghost, which would be even more dangerous. As for those with birth signs of metal or wood or water, they can be interpreted in the same way.

斷曰：自任之卦，三傳皆孟，格合元胎，事主伏匿，情在狐疑。安靜則宜，妄動不吉。況祿馬空陷，仕宦不利。虎鬼刑剋，俗庶尤忌。斬關有奔逃之患，孤辰有離別之憂。虛幻無成，成亦更變，惟僧道占之吉。

The interpretation states: In the self-occupied hexagram, the three transmissions are寅 (Yin), 申 (Shen), and 寅 (Yin), all falling in the position of the first month. The structure also matches the original embryo pattern, indicating that matters are hidden and concealed, with people harboring doubts. It is advisable to remain calm and stay in a suitable position; any hasty actions will bring misfortune. Moreover, the official star and the post-horse are both in empty and declining positions, which is unfavorable for officials. The White Tiger brings the ghost of officials to cause harm, and ordinary people should especially avoid this. The cutting gate indicates the danger of running away or fleeing, while Guchen signifies separation and sorrow. The matter is illusory and will not succeed; even if it does, it will change. Only monks and Taoists who take monastic vows will find this divination favorable.

天時：少雨有雷雹或寒冱。家宅：人口衰耗，防有奸逃。功名：恐是虛聲，寅月占吉。求財：靜守家業為上。婚姻：男家不願。胎產：婢妾孕，主女胎，宜多服藥。疾病：晝占凶。

Weather: There will be little rain, with thunder, lightning, hail, or severe cold. Residence: The household is gradually declining, and one should be cautious of someone committing some wrongdoing and then fleeing. Fame and reputation: It is likely to be empty fame; it is favorable if the month of Yin is involved. Wealth: It is best to keep the existing property quiet and undisturbed. Marriage: The male side is unwilling. Pregnancy: It is a servant woman who is pregnant, indicating a female child; one should take more medicine for care. Illness: It is ominous during the day.

失脫：不出家中，隱匿難尋。出行：改期。行人：未至。爭訟：助我者少，晝占不利。捕獲：繫本家奴隸，贓埋墳土中。兵戰：有失眾之象。

Lost items: The thing hasn't left the house, but it is hidden somewhere difficult to find. Travel: The journey will be postponed. A traveler: The person hasn't arrived yet. Lawsuit: Few people will speak on my behalf, and the daytime divination is unfavorable. Capturing thieves: It was done by one's own servant, and the stolen goods are buried in the earth of a graveyard. Military affairs: There is an indication of losing the people's support.

畢法云：賓主不投刑在上，虎臨干鬼凶速速。纂要云：甲辰日祿馬俱空，為十惡大敗之一。又干上寅，懶去取財，恐爭奪也。神將論云：功曹乘龍為道士，乘蛇主貓狸之怪。六合臨辰，家有宰殺。白虎在申為銜牒，天后在申為修容。玉成歌云：天馬(五十月寅)驛馬為初用，參星白虎動行神(申為參星)。

The "Bifa Fu" says: When the guest and host do not harmonize, it is due to the heavenly spirits being in conflict; the White Tiger, accompanied by the day stem's official ghost, arrives with misfortune quickly. The "Zanyao" says: On a Jiachen day, the禄神 and驿马 both fall into Kongwang, which is one of the "Ten Evils Great Defeats." It also says: If the day stem is on寅, people are lazy to seek wealth because they fear disputes. The "Shenjiang Lun" says: Gongcao, the general of寅wood, riding the Azure Dragon symbolizes a Taoist priest, while riding the Teng Snake indicates strange creatures like cats and raccoons. If the Liu He is on辰, there is an event of slaughtering livestock at home. The White Tiger on申 symbolizes carrying messages; the Heavenly Empress on申 symbolizes a woman preparing for appearance. The "Yucheng Ge" says: The Heavenly Horse, which is on寅 in May and October, and the Post-horse forming the first transmission, with the star参 and White Tiger moving, indicates the deity of travel (申 is the star参).

課體：知一，退茹，重陰。課義：進損退益，戌財必失，冬晝火驚，貴人覆日。

This lesson pattern is "Knowing One," "Retreating Vegetables," and "Heavy Yin" (the three transmissions are Zi, Hai, and Xu, all in Yin positions, each layer deeper than the last). The lesson meaning says: advancing forward leads to loss, retreating backward brings benefit; the wealth indicated by the final transmission, Xu earth, will certainly be lost; in winter, daylight is disturbed by a sudden fire alarm; the nobleman is directly covering the day stem.

解曰：甲課在寅，進逢卯之空，故曰損。退受子亥之生，故曰益也。末傳戌財，晝夜皆乘元武，定主耗失。卯乘朱雀克宅，冬占又為火鬼，其有火驚宜矣。丑乃晝貴，覆臨日上，在君子為利見大人，在常占為官事相擾也。

The explanation says: Jia wood is originally in寅, moving forward to卯, but卯 is exactly in the empty month period, so advancing leads to loss; retreating to子 and亥 water brings mutual generation, so retreating brings benefit. The final transmission is戌, which is the wealth hexagram, and both day and night generals are riding the Black Tortoise, indicating certain loss. The卯 wood is riding the Vermilion Bird to control the dwelling position, and in winter, the卯 wood produces fire, which becomes the ghost that controls the dwelling, so an alarm from fire is natural.丑 is the nobleman of the day, now covering the day stem: for a gentleman, this is what the Zhou Changes call 'beneficial to meet a great man'; for an ordinary person, it indicates interference from the authorities.

斷曰：知一之卦，事起同類，恩中有害，和衷則吉。人空宅克，合處見刑，賓主不和，求謀未濟。又貴作空墓，干祿非宜。秋占方有吉兆，春夏遇之，只可從容守舊。大宜於難中得易，舊處生新，妄動無益也。

The interpretation says: Knowing one hexagram, the matter originates from people of the same kind, with kindness mixed with harm. Only when both sides are harmonious will it be auspicious. On the person's side, there is an empty situation; on the house's side, there is a loss. Where they are compatible, there is also mutual punishment, indicating that host and guest are not in harmony, and the matter sought cannot be accomplished. Moreover, the nobleman is acting as the tomb god of the empty situation, making it unsuitable to seek official position. In autumn, there is a favorable omen for acquiring talent; in spring and summer, one can only calmly maintain the existing situation. It is best to seek transformation amidst difficulties and to generate new ideas from old foundations. Rash actions bring no benefit.

天時：久雨，難晴。家宅：朱雀克宅，冬月防火災。功名：須得人相助，難中有望。求財：得亦必失。婚姻：易成而不吉。胎產：主婢妾懷妊，或私孕，產即生。疾病：遲愈，無妨。失脫：尋覓不獲。出行：更改如意。行人：遲至，或得音信。爭訟：案牘遷延，有解終散。捕獲：西方女婢作窩。兵戰：不利。

Weather: Continuous rain for a long time, with rare clear days. Residence: The Vermilion Bird harms the house position, so be careful of fire in winter. Career: Someone must help from the side, there is still hope in difficulty. Seeking wealth: Even if obtained, it will certainly be lost again. Marriage: Easy to agree, but not auspicious. Pregnancy: The mistress or concubine is pregnant, or there is a secret pregnancy, and the child will be born when the time comes. Illness: Slow to recover, but not serious. Lost items: Cannot be found. Travel: Changing the travel date may be satisfactory. Travelers: Arrive late, or get the news first. Lawsuits: The case is delayed, with someone mediating in between, and finally it resolves itself. Capturing thieves: A female servant in the west helps the thief. Military: Unfavorable.

畢法云：魁度天門關隔定。課經云：丑乃日之破碎煞，支上卯，又干之陽刃，宜棄此而就三傳以生干，是為舍損就益。又干上丑，財作閉口，與祿作閉口，食神空亡同論，不利占病。指掌賦云：子亥戌為重陰，安嘉遁之貞，寧甘沒齒。神將匯函雲；亥加子為孩兒，丑遇空為矮子。

The "Bifa Fu" says: Tiankui (Xu) crosses over Tianmen (Hai), and the barriers are already fixed. The "Ke Jing" says: Chou is the broken evil spirit on the day of Jia, and the卯 on the day branch is the Yang Rende of Jia wood. One should abandon these two and instead use the Zi water and Hai water in the three transmissions to nourish the day stem, which is called "sheshenjiuyi" (abandoning loss for gain). It also says: The Chou on the day stem is the wealth yao acting as a closed deity, and when it meets the禄 deity as a closed deity, or the food deity falls into Kongwang, it is considered the same, and it is not suitable for divination regarding illness. The "Zhipang Fu" says: Zi, Hai, and Xu are heavy yin, and they are content with the virtue of "Jia Dun Zhen Ji" (auspicious retreat) in the Zhou Yi Duan hexagram, preferring to retreat for life. The "Shenjiang Huihan" says: Hai placed on Zi symbolizes a child, and Chou meeting Kongwang symbolizes a short person.

課體：涉害，間傳，悖戾，閉口，勵德。課義：屈尊就財，末午助來，六陽俱備，申虎尤乖。

This divination case has the lesson pattern of involvement, intermediate transmission, "contradiction" (the three transmissions could originally form a fire pattern, but the intermediate transmission of Shen metal interrupts it, causing mutual control and a twisted energy flow), "closed mouth" (the Black Tortoise initiates the transmission, indicating something that cannot be spoken), and virtue. The lesson meaning states: the superior person bends down to accept wealth; the final transmission of Wu fire supports the initial transmission's wealth; all six positions of the four lessons and three transmissions are yang spirits; however, the middle transmission of Shen metal rides the White Tiger, making it particularly awkward.

解曰：辰為日財，日往加之，是屈尊以就財也。末傳午火又助起初傳之財，似乎財不可勝用矣。然課傳六陽俱備，利於公用，不宜私有。況中傳申乘晝虎，脫財之氣，生身之災，尤為乖戾，不可不慎也。

It is explained that the earth of the hour Chen is the wealth hexagram for the wood of Jia. The day stem falls upon it, which is like a superior person bending down to obtain wealth. The final transmission's fire of Wu generates the initial transmission's earth of Xu, which represents wealth, making it seem as if there is an abundance of wealth that cannot be used up. However, all six positions of the four lessons and three transmissions are occupied by yang spirits, which are favorable for official matters but not suitable for personal possessions. Moreover, the middle transmission's metal of Shen, riding on the white tiger during the day, both steals away the wealth energy and brings misfortune to the day stem, creating a particularly awkward and uncomfortable situation, which cannot be ignored with caution.

斷曰：涉害之卦，遲疑不定，退逆間傳，事多阻隔。於雖生氣臨干，夜將白虎，變為敗氣。若貪戌財，引入鬼脫之鄉，必人先以利餌，後卻為害。宅上空亡，須防耗失。虎臨干鬼，必見災迍，元武發用，亦名閉口，凡事不孟告人。

The interpretation states: The hexagram indicates troubles and confusion in the mind; the three transmissions proceed in reverse, moving backward and passing through separated positions, suggesting many obstacles in the matter. Although the day stem is associated with life qi, at night the heavenly general is the white tiger, transforming life qi into defeated qi. If one is tempted by the wealth of the戌 earth, it will lead to the realm of officials and loss, meaning someone will first lure you with benefits, and later harm you. The dwelling position falls on kongwang, so one must beware of loss and waste. The white tiger brings the official ghost of the day stem, indicating certain misfortune and hardship. The yuanwu initiates the transmission, which is called closing the mouth, meaning one will not want to talk about matters.

天時：陰晴不開，得風始霽。家宅：貧耗，又主有忤逆潛逃之事。功名：孟成中阻。求財：得失相半，主有人暗中相助。婚姻：不宜，亦不成。胎產：胎坐長生，胎安而產不利。疾病：不能言語，晝占凶，辰月占主出血。

Heavenly weather: cloudy with no clearing, it will only improve when the wind rises. Residence: poor and wasteful, also indicating disobedient superiors and secret departures. Achieving fame: originally intended to succeed, but obstructed in the middle. Seeking wealth: gains and losses are equal, and someone will secretly help. Marriage: not suitable and cannot be concluded. Pregnancy and childbirth: the fetal god is sitting on the position of growth, the pregnancy is safe but childbirth is unfavorable. Illness: unable to speak, ominous in the day, and in the month of辰 there is a symptom of bleeding.

失脫：見者不說，賊人自投網羅。出行：主有陰私逃避。行人：即來。爭訟：財賄入官，彼此皆損。兵戰：利用虛聲懾敵，乃搜捕奸細。墳葬：當發，掛名空職，或佐貳前程。

Lost items: Those who see them will not speak; the thief himself will fall into the trap. Travel: The main reason is to escape due to some hidden matters. Traveler: He will arrive soon. Lawsuits: All money and bribes will go to the authorities, and both parties will suffer losses. Military: It is suitable to intimidate the enemy with false displays and also to search for spies. Graveyard: It will bring prosperity, but it will be a nominal title or a secondary position.

畢法云：權攝不正祿臨支，虎臨干鬼凶速速，閉口卦體兩般推，末助初兮三等論。訂訛云：戌午火局，中間一申，反成克象，故名悖戾。凡占寅日，方有克應。中黃經云：白虎天后與螣蛇，剋日須當病轉加。

The *Bifa Fu* says: If the official star falls on the day branch, authority will be unjust and words will not be in order; if the White Tiger carries the day stem's official ghost and comes to join, misfortune will come quickly; a closed mouth hexagram should be analyzed in two different situations; the final transmission supports the first transmission, and there are three secondary categories to consider. The *Ding'E* says: Wu and Wu can originally form a fire trinity, but in between there is a Shen metal, which instead creates a conflicting situation, so it is called "contradictory"; whenever the day is Yin, this conflict will become evident. The *Zhonghuang Jing* says: If the White Tiger, Heavenly Empress, and Teng Snake all attack the day stem, the illness will certainly worsen.

課體：蒿矢，元胎。課義：干雖乘亥，切勿自怠，病蘇訟寬，其憂尚在。

The lesson pattern of this divination is "Hao Shi" and "Yuan Tai." The meaning of the lesson says: although the day stem is riding on the water of亥 which signifies growth, one must not become complacent or slack; the illness will ease, and legal matters will ease, but the root of worry still remains.

解曰：甲雖得亥之長生臨於日上，不可自足而怠忽也。初傳申鬼，晝乘白虎，病訟得此，為像甚凶。幸亥水竊金面生干，中傳復能剋制，得以蘇寬。然元胎卦，四生戀生，恐難杜絕，其為憂患，未盡脫然也。

It is explained that although Jia Wood gains the support of the Longevity God,亥 water, which is placed upon the day stem, it should not become complacent or slack. The first transmission,申 metal, is the official ghost, and during the day it is accompanied by the White Tiger, which indicates a very dangerous omen for matters related to illness or litigation. Fortunately, the亥 water both drains the energy of the申 metal and turns to support the day stem. Moreover, the middle transmission is able to restrain the申 metal, thus easing the conditions of illness and litigation. However, in the original hexagram, the four Longevity Gods are mutually generating each other continuously, forming an unending chain, so it is likely that the trouble cannot be completely eliminated, and the concern and anxiety can never be entirely dispelled.

斷曰：蒿矢之卦，雖曰禍福俱輕，事在遠而無畏。然申金發用，加以晝虎，則為矢帶金鏃，凡事憂在西南。貴人在支，可以墓虎脫鬼，解釋冤仇。若夜占則為破碎，家必不完。惟仕宦逢之為催官符，寅年月必見遷擢。

The interpretation says: The蒿矢 hexagram indicates that both misfortune and good fortune are light, and the matter comes from afar and is not to be feared. However, the initiating transmission is specifically the metal of Shen, and the day is also accompanied by the White Tiger. This is like a bundle of grass arrows fitted with a metal tip, thus possessing the power to cause harm; all worries and troubles will arise from the southwest. The nobleman is located in the day branch, capable of capturing the White Tiger and releasing the official ghost, thus resolving disputes and grievances for the person. If this is divined at night, it becomes the broken calamity, indicating that the family dwelling will surely be damaged. However, for those in official positions, this is a promoting official symbol, and promotion is certain in the year or month of Yin.

天時：夏占雷雨，冬占冰雪。家宅：防有口舌，忽然而來。功名：祿空防罰俸，寅月占利。求財：財神閉口，求官無路。婚姻：卦名解離，大有不利。胎產：主生啞兒。疾病：主禁口或咽腫，巳酉月見膿血。

Weather: In summer, thunder and rain prevail; in winter, snow and ice prevail. Residence: Be cautious of sudden disputes and gossip. Official rank: The official of merit is in a void position; be careful of being penalized and losingofficial stipend. In the month of寅, there is benefit in having talent. Seeking wealth: The god of wealth is silent; there is no way to seek official position. Marriage: The divination indicates separation, which is very unfavorable. Pregnancy: The child born will be mute. Illness: The person will be unable to speak or eat, or suffer from swollen throat. In the months of巳 and酉, there will be pus and blood.

失脫：見者不肯言。出行：不利謁貴，利於蒞任。行人：在路，有虛驚。爭訟：貴人閉口，不肯排解。捕獲：在南方，近西向東，井邊有唱歌牧羊者。兵戰：未見得利。墳葬：主西北方，防水淹及盜損。

Lost item: Those who saw it are unwilling to speak. Travel: Not favorable for visiting noblemen, favorable for taking office. Traveler: Still on the way, there will be a false alarm on the way. Lawsuit: The nobleman keeps silent and does not come forward to mediate. Capturing thieves: In the south, near a well, in a place facing west towards east, there is a person singing and herding sheep. Military: No obvious advantage. Grave site: The main direction is northwest, beware of flooding and theft.

畢法云：夫婦蕪淫各有私，虎臨干鬼凶速速，閉口卦體兩般推。課經云：日上辰生，初傳申鬼，轉生亥水，為不幸中之幸。袖中金云：第二課發用，乃日上兩課自戰，作事無力。神應經云：干克支上丑，支克干上亥，名解離卦。

The *Bifa Fu* says: Spouses each harbor private feelings; the White Tiger carries the official ghost of the day stem and comes to rest upon it, bringing sudden misfortune; a closed mouth hexagram should be analyzed in two different situations. The *Ke Jing* says: The earth dog on the day stem produces the metal of the monkey, although the monkey is an official ghost in the first transmission, it turns to generate the water of the pig, and the water of the pig then generates the day stem, which is a fortunate outcome amid misfortune. The *Xiu Zhong Jin* says: The initiating transmission comes from the second lesson, which is when two lessons above the day stem contend with each other, making it difficult to accomplish tasks. The *Shen Ying Jing* says: The day stem overcomes the ox on the day branch, and the ox in turn overcomes the pig on the day stem, which is called the "Dispersing Fire Hexagram."

課體：涉害，炎上，斬關，狡童。課義：初遭夾克，三傳盜日，賴子相制，其象夜吉。

This divination lesson pattern is called "Involvement of Harm," "Inflaming Upward" (the three transmissions consist of Yin, Wu, and Xu, forming a fire trinity, reflecting the meaning from the Book of Documents, "Huangfan," that "Fire is called Inflaming Upward"), "Cutting the Gate," and "Cunning Youth" (the male party is not upright, secretly having private affairs). The lesson interpretation says: the first transmission is squeezed between two sides; the three transmissions form a fire trinity, continuously draining the day stem; the only thing that can control the fire is the Zi water from the dwelling; this image is favorable only when divined at night.

解曰：戌作初傳，既為日財，復乘六合並臨，名曰夾克，不由己用；況三傳火局全盜日干之氣，但見其損，不見其益，所賴者宅上子水，足以制火之脫而生日干；又夜將乘青龍，其象反為吉也。邵南此卦，取子水比日發用，三傳水局生干主吉。

The initial transmission is戌, which originally represents the wealth爻 of the Jia wood day stem. It is also accompanied by Liu He, creating a situation where it is squeezed from above and below, thus forming a situation where the wealth is not under one's control. Moreover, the three transmissions form a fire pattern, continuously draining the energy of the day stem. There is only loss and no gain. The only reliance is on the Zi water at the dwelling position, which is sufficient to control the fire's draining effect and also supports the day stem. At night, the Zi water is accompanied by the auspicious general Qinglong, turning the situation from adverse to favorable. Shao Nan's approach to this hexagram is to use the Zi water, which is of the same type as the day stem, as the initiating transmission. The three transmissions form a water pattern to support the day stem, thus resulting in a favorable outcome.

斷曰：涉害之卦，局合炎上，占事多歷艱難，占人過於剛急。日上發用，坐於空鄉，凡百謀為，少成而多變。外合而內暌。況斬關為奔逃之象，狡童有邪僻之私，三傳火局，脫干生支，戌財遁庚，內藏暗鬼，占者不可不慎。

The interpretation states: When the hexagram involves the "Injury" trigram and the situation aligns with the "Fire Above" pattern, predicting events indicates that many difficulties will be encountered. For assessing a person's character, it suggests a tendency towards being fierce, impetuous, and hot-tempered. The divine transmission originates from the stem above the day stem, and the position is in the void, leading to few successful outcomes and frequent changes. The surface appears harmonious, but internally there is discord. Moreover, the "Cutting the Gate" indicates a sign of fleeing or escaping, and the young man harbors improper intentions. The three transmissions form a fire pattern that both drains the day stem and supports the day branch. The earth element of the wealth爻 escapes through the stem and meets the metal element of Geng, which is the official ghost of the wood element of Jia. This is like a hidden ghost within the wealth. The person seeking the divination should be cautious.

天時：求雨未雨，求晴不久。家宅：子加辰乘蛇，防婦人哭泣，戌加寅乘合，防奸丑不明。功名：不足。求財：只利索債。婚姻：防媒妁相欺。胎產：胎安，產利。疾病：主脾虛肝氣旺，宜作福。失脫：難獲。出行：宜避難遠逃。行人：子午日可到。爭訟：先發者失利。捕獲：北方水次。兵戰：大利，但防糧草不給。

Weather: When praying for rain, it does not come; when praying for clear weather, it does not last. House: Zi is on Chén and is joined by Teng Snake, so be careful of women weeping; Xu is on Yin and is joined by Liu He, so be careful of hidden disgrace. Career: Not worth pursuing. Wealth: Only beneficial for recovering old debts. Marriage: Be careful of the matchmaker deceiving both sides. Pregnancy: The fetal energy is stable, and delivery will be smooth. Illness: Indicates spleen deficiency and excessive liver energy; it is advisable to pray for fortune and perform rituals to appease. Lost items: Difficult to recover. Travel: Suitable for fleeing from trouble far away. Travelers: Will arrive on the day of Zi or Wu. Lawsuits: The party who initiates the lawsuit first will suffer loss. Capturing thieves: In the north near water. Military: Highly advantageous, but be careful of insufficient supplies.

畢法云：初遭夾克不由己，后合占婚豈用媒，合中犯煞蜜中砒。三車一覽云：火局脫氣，而反生干上財神，名為取還魂債。又三傳脫干生支，亦作屋廣人衰論，餘占皆我衰他旺之象。曾門定章云：六合者天之私門，天后蔽翳奸邪。寅克戌，又為強逼，下賊其上，過在女人。

The "Bifa Fu" says: If the first transmission is sandwiched between two others, the matter is not under one's own control; if the Heavenly Empress and Liu He appear together in a divination about marriage, there is no need for a matchmaker; if a harmonious relationship is tainted by a凶煞, it is like honey mixed with arsenic. The "Sanche Yilan" says: If the three transmissions form a fire situation that drains the energy of the day stem, yet it turns around to generate the wealth god on the day stem, this is called "taking back a soul debt." It also says: If the three transmissions drain the day stem but benefit the day branch, it should be considered as "the house is strong and the person is weak," and other divinations are all signs of one's decline and the other's strength. The "Zengmen Dingzhang" says: Liu He is the private gate of heaven, and the Heavenly Empress specializes in covering up wicked deeds. The wood of寅 overpowers the earth of戌, which is a case of the strong overpowering the weak, with the lower harming the upper, and the fault lies with the woman.

課體：知一，四絕。課義：去煞留官，仕宦欣歡，常人值此，災禍多端。

This lesson pattern is "Knowing One" combined with "Four Extremes" (the four lessons are each located in extreme positions, cutting off the flow of energy). The lesson meaning says: remove the seven evils, leaving only the proper official, officials will be very happy; ordinary people encountering this lesson will face one misfortune after another.

解曰：甲木以酉為官，以申為煞。今申被午克丑墓，全然無氣，止留日上官爻。仕宦占之，定有遷擢之喜。常人最畏官鬼臨身，倘值此卦，須憂病訟相纏。日辰上互見朱勾，初傳又乘晝虎，總為仕途所欣，常占所忌。

The explanation says: Jia wood takes You metal as its official star and Shen metal as its seven calamities. Now, Shen metal is being overcome by Wu fire above and buried by Chou earth below, so its energy is completely cut off. Only the official star of You metal remains on the day stem. If someone in official position gets this divination, they will certainly have good news of promotion. Common people most fear official spirits pressing upon them. If they encounter this hexagram, they should worry about illness and legal troubles. The day stem and day branch both encounter Zhu Que and Gou Chen, and the first transmission is daytime with Bai Hu. These are considered good signs for those in official positions, but are regarded as ominous for ordinary people.

斷曰：知一之卦，五行皆臨絕地。恩中有害，絕處逢生。三傳遞生，官鬼臨日，主有人推薦，大利功名。長生臨宅，交車相合，凡事得人扶助。當舍近就遠，勿憚艱辛，自然前程亨泰也。秋冬占之更吉。

The interpretation says: Knowing one hexagram, all five phases fall on the day of death. In matters of affection there is also harm, but in the place of death there is also a chance of new life. The three transmissions are layered and mutually generating. Officials and spirits are added to the day stem, indicating that someone will come forward to recommend, which is very favorable for fame and achievement. The god of growth is added to the position of the house, and the day stem and day branch cross and combine with each other, meaning that in all affairs one can receive help from others. One should give up small advantages in the near term and seek greater opportunities in the distant future, without fearing hardship, for the future will naturally be smooth and prosperous. It is even more favorable to divinate in autumn and winter.

天時：晴多雨少。家宅：亥加辰，晝將朱雀，主小兒哭泣之事。功名：先難後易，秋冬大吉。求財：遲而有得。婚姻：可合，稍有刑剋。胎產：胎神臨絕，利產而不利胎。投謁：和好中恐生不足。

Weather: There will be many sunny days and few rainy days. Residence: The亥 branch is added on the辰 branch, the Heavenly General during the day is the Vermilion Bird, indicating matters concerning children crying. Achievements: It will be difficult at first and then easy, with great luck in autumn and winter. Wealth: It comes slowly, but eventually there will be some gain. Marriage: It can be compatible, but there is a slight punishment. Pregnancy and childbirth: The fetal god is in the绝 position, which is favorable for childbirth but not for preserving the pregnancy. Visiting: It appears harmonious on the surface, but there may be dissatisfaction in the middle.

疾病：虛弱難愈。失脫：防捕役受賕縱賊。出行：宜近出，不利遠行。行人：在路，子日到。爭訟：宜和解。兵戰：防損並防馬病，秋占吉。墳葬：長生在支，慶遠流長。

Disease: The body is weak and difficult to recover. Lost items: Be careful that the officers may take bribes and let the thief go free. Travel: It is suitable to move nearby, but not suitable for long journeys. A traveler: Still on the way, will arrive on the day of Zi. Lawsuit: It is advisable to reconcile. Military: Be cautious of losses and also of horses falling ill; it is favorable in autumn. Graveyard: The god of growth is located on the day branch, bringing long-lasting blessings.

畢法云：交車相合交關利，合中犯煞蜜中砒，賓主不投刑在上。心印賦云：勝光臨亥為德鄉，婚姻有象不相當，立名四絕病人已，結絕舊事可消詳。又云：午加亥上見極陰，勝光為火火為心，心神熒惑生疑慮，縱疑災害不相侵。

The *Bifa Fu* says: When the day stem and day branch intersect and combine, it is favorable for trade and transactions; however, if there is an Inauspicious Sha (malevolent star) involved in this combination, it is like honey mixed with arsenic; if the host and guest are not in harmony, it is due to the conflict between the superior and subordinate stars. The *Xinyin Fu* says: When Shengguang (the general of the fire element, representing the noon hour) is located on the亥 (pig) branch, it is considered a virtuous place, and although the fortune for marriage seems favorable, the families may not be of equal status; once the lesson is established as the Four Extremes, the illness of the patient will reach its end; to settle old matters, one can handle them calmly and orderly. It also says: When the noon hour (午) is placed on the亥 branch, it indicates an extremely yin place; Shengguang belongs to fire, and fire governs the heart, so the mind becomes restless like the planet Fluorescent惑 (a planet associated with confusion), causing suspicion and doubt; however, even though there is doubt, actual calamity will not really affect the person.

課體：反吟，絕胎，孤辰。課義：善者既陷，惡者浪蕩，所舉百事，無些影響。

This lesson pattern is reverse chant, with "绝胎" (the spirit of the original fetus falls into the绝 place, and the fetal energy cannot form properly) and Guchen. The lesson meaning says: the good side has already fallen into Kongwang, and the bad side floats without a place to rest; no matter what action is taken, there is no response at all.

解曰：寅為日之德祿，雖在初末，而值旬空。申為日之鬼煞，雖臨日入傳，而坐空地。是善者不能為善，惡者不能為惡，善惡俱無實也。卦體反吟，日上陰陽，盡歸空陷。辰上魁罡，來去無常。雖孟舉事，何所據乎。

It is explained that寅 is both the Heavenly Virtue and the禄神 of the Jia day stem, although it occupies both the first and final transmissions, it is precisely in the旬空. The申 is the official ghost and seventh evil of the Jia day, although it is both adjacent to the day stem and included in the three transmissions, it is also seated in the Kongwang. Thus, good things cannot become good, and bad things cannot become bad; neither good nor evil have real substance. The hexagram itself is a reverse chant, with the yang and yin spirits above the day stem both falling into the empty and trapped position; above the day branch are the Tian Gui and Tian Gang, which come and go without certainty. Even if one wishes to do something, what evidence can be used?

斷曰：反吟無依之卦，格合元胎，課名四絕。事主呻吟反覆，遲滯無成，闇昧不通，徒勞罔濟。況祿馬官星，皆臨空絕，以求榮福，何異捕風捉影。惟宜解散憂愁，及利九流方外耳。寅年月占之，庶望有成。

The interpretation says: This is a hexagram of reverse chant without support, with a structure matching the original embryo, and the lesson is called Four Extremes. It indicates that matters will be repeated and painful, delayed and difficult to achieve, dark and uncommunicative, with efforts wasted and no benefit. Moreover, the official star, the post-horse, and the official star are all in the position of kongwang and absolute extinction. Relying on them to seek honor and fortune is like grasping at shadows. Such a lesson is only suitable for dispelling worries, or beneficial to those in professions like medicine, divination, astrology, monks, and hermits. If the year or month is in the sign of Yin, there is a slight hope of achieving something.

天時：晴雨無常。家宅：不寧，防有陰私。功名：寅年亥月吉，餘無成。婚姻：反覆不成。胎產：防繫鬼胎。求財：徒勞無得。投謁：不遇。疾病：新病即瘥，久病不吉。

Weather: It is clear or rainy with no regular pattern. Residence: Unstable, beware of secret matters. Achievements: Favorable in the Year of the Tiger and Month of the Pig, otherwise not successful. Marriage: Unstable, likely to fail. Pregnancy: Beware of ghostly pregnancy or false pregnancy. Seeking wealth: Wasting effort, getting nothing. Visiting: Unable to meet anyone. Illness: New illness will recover quickly, but long-term illness is unfavorable.

失脫：繫宅中奴僕所竊，移遠就近可獲。出行：改期。行人：主未動身，或將至復他往。爭訟：解散。兵戰：大利。墳葬：東南方近孔道，或河津處佳。

Lost item: It was stolen by a servant within the house; by narrowing the search area from far to near, one can find it. Travel: The journey will be postponed. A traveler: The person has not yet set out, or is about to go but will change direction. Lawsuit: It will resolve itself and dissipate. Military action: It will be highly advantageous. Grave site: The best location is in the southeast near a main road or by a river crossing.

畢法云：晝夜貴加求兩貴，來去俱空豈動移。課經云：支上戌財生干上申鬼，又戌旬遁庚作暗鬼，大不利謁貴求財，即生災禍。斗魁乘六合臨辰，亦名斬關。如占時發用者，名動中不動，尋遠在近處，兼中末空亦然。如初見太歲，中末見月建或日辰，亦名移遠就近，將緩為速。

The "Bifa Fu" says: If both the daytime nobleman and the nighttime nobleman are present, they can assist together; if both the coming and going paths are empty, then what is the point of moving or traveling. The "Ke Jing" says: The戌 earth element, which represents wealth, is on the day branch and goes to birth the day stem's 申 metal official ghost. Since戌 is also hidden in the current ten heavenly stems and gets庚, the庚 metal becomes an hidden official ghost, which is extremely unfavorable for seeking noblemen or seeking wealth, and any movement will bring disaster. The斗魁 (戌) is riding on the六合 and is added to the day branch, which is also called cutting the gate. If the initiating transmission is exactly the divine spirit of the time, it is called "movement without movement," meaning the thing sought seems far away but is actually nearby; if the middle and final transmissions fall into empty, it is also viewed in the same way. If the first transmission meets the old age, and the middle and final transmissions meet the month builder or the day branch, it is also called "moving from far to near," which makes originally slow matters quick.

課體：涉害，度厄，寡宿。課義：干祿告免，家俬內戰，傳墓入墓，行人立見。

This lesson's pattern is involved in the "involved harm" ("涉害"), "crossing the peril" ("度厄") and "solitary residence" ("Guasu"). In the four lessons, three of the lessons are instances of lower elements attacking upper ones, like crossing a river to escape a peril, which is very arduous. The meaning of the lesson says: the day stem's禄神 can only offer a narrow escape; family private matters involve internal conflicts; the three transmissions start from the Tomb Spirit and fall into the Tomb Spirit again; only in the case of a traveler will he be seen immediately.

解曰：寅為干祿，然上遭墓覆，下受酉克，是為仰丘俯仇，雖發用而不足恃也。宅上神克初傳，因而遞克，是為三傳內戰。況中傳未既來墓，豈宜末傳子水，復入於墓鄉乎。凡占不宜，惟占行人，可立見其至耳。

It is explained that Yin is the禄神 of Jia wood, but it is covered above by the Tomb Spirit and restrained below by You metal, which is called looking up to a hill and looking down to an enemy. Although it serves as the initiating transmission, it is unreliable. The deity of the dwelling place comes torestrain the first transmission, and this continues layer by layer, resulting in the three transmissions fighting among themselves. Moreover, the middle transmission's Wei is already the墓神, and the final transmission's Zi water again falls into the墓乡 (the墓 of Zi water is in Chen), so it is impossible to be appropriate. In all divinations, it is unsuitable, but only when divining about a traveler can one immediately see someone coming.

斷曰：涉害之卦，三下賊上，又名度厄。事涉艱辛，情多乖隔。所喜德祿驛馬發用，然值旬空，又中末傳墓入墓，凡百謀為，俱難成就。況孤辰有別離之象，龍戰有乖戾之虞。進退更張，全無定著，在占者見機趨避而已。

The interpretation says: This is a卦 of involvement in harm. Among the four lessons, three are instances where the lower god steals from the upper god, also called "passing through hardship." The matter will require great hardship, and human relationships will often be obstructed and discordant. Fortunately, Heavenly Virtue, the禄神, and the Post-horse are all initiating transmissions, but unfortunately they are falling into the旬空. Moreover, the middle transmission and final transmission both move from the墓, making all plans difficult to achieve. Furthermore, Guchen indicates the image of parting and separation, and the struggle of yin and yang brings about worries and anxieties. Whether to advance, retreat, or change course, there is no certainty. The person asking the question can only act according to the opportunity, seeking good fortune and avoiding misfortune.

天時：陰晴不定，有風。家宅：防有窩犯鬥訟之累及火災。功名：防為有勢力者所扼。求財：當前而不得取。婚姻：不合。胎產：主生女，或私孕。疾病：主脾胃或口齒，新病癒，久病凶。失脫：賊自內出，捕者不力。出行：傍徨不定。行人：立至。爭訟：理雖直，防遭曲斷；事雖小，恐化為大。兵戰：防失眾心。

Weather: Cloudy and sunny with wind. Residence: Be careful of being implicated due to hiding a criminal or a fight leading to a lawsuit, and also beware of fire. Official position: Be careful of being blocked by someone in power. Seeking wealth: Wealth is right in front, but it cannot be obtained. Marriage: Inappropriate. Pregnancy: Likely to give birth to a girl, or a secret pregnancy. Disease: The illness is in the spleen and stomach, or in the mouth and teeth; new illness can recover, but chronic illness is dangerous. Lost items: The thief left from home, and the officers are unwilling to exert effort. Travel: Uncertain, unable to make up one's mind. Traveler: Will arrive soon. Lawsuit: Although the reason is on one's side, be careful of being judged as having no reason; although the matter is small, it may escalate. Military: Be careful of losing the support of the people.

畢法云：傳墓入墓分憎愛，害貴訟直遭曲斷。課經云：未貴為墓覆日，丑貴又受寅克，子未相穿，凡占多弄巧成拙。如識時去就，庶無大害。又秋占未為關神，臨干入傳，遁作旬丁，更凶。又寅加酉祿作空亡坐克方，夜占乘虎，病必絕食。指掌賦云：三下賊為長度厄，越海無舟楫之形。

The *Bifa Fu* says: When the spirit of the tomb transmits and then falls back into the tomb spirit, one must distinguish between aversion and affection; if the nobleman is harmed, even if there is reason in a lawsuit, it will be judged as unjust. The *Ke Jing* says: A nobleman who has not yet arrived becomes the tomb spirit covering the day stem, while a nobleman on Chou is further restrained by Yin wood. Zi and Wei mutually pierce each other; in most cases, such divinations lead to clumsy outcomes. Only by clearly understanding the situation and deciding on departure or stay can one hope to avoid great harm. It also says: In autumn, Wei is the key spirit. If it is placed on the day stem and enters the three transmissions, and the hidden stem coincides with the Ding spirit of the current ten-day cycle, it becomes even more dangerous. It also says: When Yin is placed on You, the禄 spirit falls into Kongwang and sits in a position that is being restrained. If this occurs at night and the White Tiger is involved, the sick person will certainly not eat at all. The *Zhipang Fu* says: When the three lessons have the thief below and the ruler above, it is called "length of misfortune," like trying to cross the sea without a boat or oar.

課體：蒿矢，潤下，勵德。課義：笑裡有毒，鬼賊滿屋，末助初傳，午畏水局。

This lesson pattern is called Hāo Shǐ, "Willow Bow," and it combines "Rùn Xià" (Water) and "Lì Dé" (Encouragement of Virtue). The lesson interpretation says: smiles hide poison; officials and thieves fill the house; the final transmission helps the first transmission to attack together; the午 fire on the day stem is most afraid of this water trinity.

解曰：申子辰三合，而內課寅午戌，各與之相沖，是為笑裡有毒也。申為日鬼，臨宅發用。辰為末傳，元武並乘，是鬼賊滿屋也。末助初以克干，全賴干上午火相救，而全水之局，又來克之。水雖生干，而反克干之救神，終不離合中犯煞之意。

The explanation says: The three trigrams of Shen, Zi, and Chen form a water trinity, while the three trigrams of Yin, Wu, and Xu within the four lessons each conflict with them one by one. This situation of harmony combined with conflict is called "toxin in a smile." Shen is the official ghost of Jia wood, and it is placed over the dwelling position and acts as the initiating transmission. Chen is the final transmission, and on top of it sits the heavenly general Yuanwu, the master of thieves—this is the situation of official ghosts and thieves filling the house. The final transmission helps the first transmission to overcome the day stem, but the day stem is saved only by the fire at Wu on top of it. However, the entire water trinity turns back to overcome this fire. Although water can nourish the day stem, it ends up overcoming the day stem's savior, so in the end, it still cannot escape the meaning of "offense within harmony."

斷曰：蒿矢之卦，申金發用，即為有鏃。雖曰禍福俱輕，而為力稍重矣。三傳合潤下之局，甲木逢之，重重助益，謀事宜必有成。惜乎干上空脫，末助初克，又且合中有沖，鬼臨宅上，未見全美。午火受制，子孫不利。

The interpretation says: The卦 of the蓬蒿 arrow, with the initiating transmission being the metal of Shen, means that the蓬蒿 arrow is now equipped with a metal arrowhead. Although both misfortune and fortune are light, the force is somewhat heavier. The three transmissions form a water pattern of nourishing and descending, and the wood of Jia is assisted by layers of support, so the matter should originally be successful. Unfortunately, the day stem is both empty and robbed of its strength, and the final transmission helps the initial one to overcome it. Moreover, there is a conflict within the combination, and the official ghost is located in the dwelling position, so it cannot be perfectly complete. The fire of Wu is restrained, indicating that the descendants' generation will be unfavorable.

天時：雨多晴少。家宅：貧耗不寧。功名：夏月晝占吉，不利微員。求財：防能生災作禍。婚姻：和合中有刑沖。胎產：胎坐長生，占孕安，占產不利。投謁：防遭貴怒。疾病：主虛脫，日德空亡，尤不利尊長。

Weather: There is more rain than sunshine. Residence: Poor and barren, causing loss and unrest. Official rank: It is favorable during the day in summer, but unfavorable for minor positions. Seeking wealth: Be cautious as seeking wealth may bring disaster and trouble. Marriage: Harmony is present but with some conflicts and clashes. Pregnancy and childbirth: The Fetal Spirit is sitting on the long life position, indicating a safe pregnancy but an unfavorable childbirth. Visiting: Be cautious of angering the nobleman. Disease: It indicates a condition of exhaustion; the day stem's heavenly virtue also falls on kongwang, which is particularly unfavorable for elders.

失脫：家中小兒所遺，在北方尋。出行：有事復返。行人：舟行即至，陸行有阻。爭訟：彼此耗財，財多者勝。捕獲：賊在西方七十里，道旁近水。兵戰：晝占吉，夜占不利。

Lost item: It is something left by a child at home; look for it in the north. Travel: The person has gone out but will return due to some matter. Traveler: The person comes by boat and will arrive soon, but if traveling by land there will be obstacles. Lawsuit: Both parties will lose money, and the one with more money will win. Capturing a thief: The thief is seventy li west of here, near a water source by the main road. Military engagement: It is favorable in the daytime but unfavorable at night.

畢法云：合中犯煞蜜中砒，人宅受脫俱招盜。課經云：辰為日財而上乘申鬼，是為危中取財，況辰土助申克干，為教唆詞訟之人，故取財必致官非也。指掌賦云：貴人臨卯酉，分前後為勵德，庶人吝而君子亨通。

The "Bifa Fu" says: When there is a harmonious relationship but an Inauspicious Sha is involved, it is like honey mixed with arsenic; when both the person and the house suffer from leakage, thieves will certainly come. The "Ke Jing" says: The hour of辰 is the wealth爻 of the Jia wood, but it is occupied by the Shen metal official ghost, which is called taking wealth in danger; moreover, the soil of辰 helps the Shen metal to restrain the day stem, symbolizing someone who incites others to sue, so obtaining this wealth will certainly lead to legal troubles. The "Zhipang Fu" says: When the nobleman is in the卯 or酉 position, it is divided into two categories according to whether it is before or after, both called励德. Common people encountering this will find things difficult to proceed, while the virtuous will find it smooth and prosperous.

課體：重審，元胎。課義：宛轉益己，不利於彼，家宅動搖，憂變為喜。

This divination lesson pattern is called Re-examination and Original Womb. The meaning of the lesson states: the three transmissions turn around and generate each other, ultimately benefiting oneself; however, the other side is unfavorable; the family residence shows signs of instability and unease; although there is worry, it will eventually turn into joy.

解曰：申為日鬼發用，似乎可憂。殊不知申生亥，亥復生寅，宛轉相生，適足為益於己也。寅克辰土，故獨不利於彼。未乃干墓，又遁旬丁，以臨宅上，主動搖不安之象。申先剋日，而後迤邐相生，非憂變為喜而何。

It is explained that the metal of Shen is the official ghost of Jia wood and initiates the transmission, which appears to be a cause for worry. But little is known that the metal of Shen generates the water of Hai, which in turn generates the wood of Yin, and through mutual generation, it ultimately benefits itself. The wood of Yin overcomes the earth of Chen, so it is only detrimental to the day branch side. The earth of Wei is the storage of Jia wood, and this cycle also has the spirit of Ding, now added to the dwelling position, indicating instability in the family residence. Although the metal of Shen initially overcomes the day stem, it later generates through a series of mutual generations, which is precisely the transformation of worry into joy.

斷曰：重審之卦，三傳皆孟，格合元胎，事多不順。隱而未著，遠而難通，守正則亨，妄為取咎。又神將內戰，必因爭奪生災。夜占尤有驚恐，惟喜三傳遞生。官文祿馬，無不入傳，猶嫌寅落旬空，必得寅亥月占，方為全美。

The interpretation says: The卦 is a review and re-examination. The three transmissions, which are Shen, Hai, and Yin, are all in the position of the first quarter. The structure is in harmony with the beginning of a new life. The matter tends to be unsmooth: something is hidden but not yet revealed, the path is long and difficult to reach. If one stays on the right path, it will be smooth and prosperous; but if one acts recklessly, it will bring misfortune. Moreover, the Heavenly General and the riding deity are fighting among themselves, which will certainly lead to disaster due to contention. Night divination is especially alarming. What is reassuring is that the three transmissions are in a sequence of mutual generation; the official star, documents,禄神, and the post-horse are all included in the three transmissions. The only regret is that Yin falls in the旬空. It can only be fully complete if the divination is done in the month of Yin or Hai.

天時：雨中時見日色，出旬始晴。家宅：不寧，防陰小作耗。功名：亥月晝占大利，得人扶持之力。求財：得失相仍，且防有禍。婚姻：晝占吉，恐未能即成。胎產：防損。疾病：漸愈。

Weather: It is raining with the sun occasionally showing through; the weather will only clear up properly after this week. Residence: The house is not peaceful; be careful of hidden losses from women or small mouths. Officialdom: It is very favorable to get help from others if the divination is done during the day in the month of亥. Seeking wealth: There will be gains and losses alternating continuously, and also be cautious of troubles arising from this. Marriage: Divination during the day is favorable, but fear that it may not be settled quickly. Pregnancy: Be careful of possible harm to the fetus. Illness: The condition will gradually improve.

失脫：主有勢家隱庇。出行：考試赴任俱吉，餘不利。行人：占弟兄即至。爭訟：多虛費，先難後緩。捕獲：盜神是未，乃在西南方，有職人員家。兵戰：宜慎。

Lost items: The owner is a powerful family who has hidden the item. Travel: Going to take an exam or take office is auspicious, but other travel is not favorable. Travelers: This refers to the whereabouts of a brother, who will arrive soon. Lawsuits: Usually involve spending money in vain, with difficulties first and then easing. Capturing thieves: The thief god is Wei, the thief is in the southwest, and it is a family with an official position. Military affairs: Should be cautious.

畢法云：三傳遞生人舉薦。三車一覽云：日干生其上神，晝乘太常，上神又生天將，亦為脫上逢脫。又未加支，四月占為月厭飛廉，亦為天日煞。乘旬內丁神，如占人未為本命，必宅中怪物現形，或夜多怪夢也。

The "Bifa Fu" says: When the three transmissions are successively mutually generating, it indicates that someone will recommend a person. The "Sanche Yilan" says: When the day stem goes to generate the superior god above it, and that god is riding on Tai Chang, and then that superior god goes on to generate the heavenly general it is riding on, this is called a further leakage. It also says: When the unmarked day branch is added to the day branch, and the divination is made in the fourth month, it is considered as month aversion and Feilian, also called Tianri Sha; if it is riding on the Ding god of the current ten-day period, then if the person seeking divination has their birth day on the unmarked day, there must be a supernatural creature appearing in the family, or they will have many strange dreams at night.

課體：涉害，間傳，斬關，贅婿，狡童。課義：午火可賴，事不出外，財自然來，晝占可畏。

The lesson pattern of this divination is involved in harm, intermediate transmission, cutting the gate, a赘婿 (a man with a wife's family), and a cunning boy. The meaning of the lesson says: the fire in the day branch above is reliable; the matter will not go beyond the door; wealth will come to the door by itself; however, there is something frightening during the day.

解曰：申為日鬼，又乘晝虎，其勢甚凶，賴得午以制之。三傳循環，不離四課，故事不出外也。辰財臨干，是為自然上門。但六合並臨，與日夾克，財雖來而不由己用。若晝占助起末傳虎鬼，能無畏乎。夜將子虎沖支，家宅亦有驚怪。

It is explained that the metal of the monkey (申) is the official ghost of the wood of Jia (甲), and it is riding on the White Tiger of the day, which makes its approach very fierce. Fortunately, the fire of Wu (午) on the day branch is able to overcome the metal and restrain it. The three transmissions, which are Chen (辰), Wu (午), and Shen (申), do not go beyond the scope of the four lessons, forming a circle, so the matter will not go outside the door. The earth of Chen (辰), which represents wealth, is added upon the day stem, meaning that wealth comes to the person on its own. However, the Liu He (六合) is also added upon it, and together with the day stem, it surrounds and restrains the wealth, so although the wealth comes, it is not under the person's control. If this is a daytime divination, the fire of Wu (午) will actually assist the final transmission, which is riding on the White Tiger and represents the official ghost, making it hard for a person to feel safe. At night, the Heavenly General is on Zi (子), which rides on the White Tiger to clash with the day branch, causing disturbances in the family and home.

斷曰：涉害之卦，順進間傳，凡事必多間隔。辰午申為登三天之課，事干天庭，仕宦必登高位。常占不吉，又格合斬關。貴登天門，罡塞鬼戶，六神藏而四煞沒，利於逃災避難，秘計陰謀。贅婿有依人之象，狡童防不正之私。

The interpretation states: This is a "Shihai Gu" (Injury卦) divination. The three transmissions proceed in order, passing through each position in sequence, indicating that matters will certainly involve many delays and intervals. The hours of Chen, Wu, and Shen are "Deng San Tian" (Ascending Three Heavens) divinations, implying that matters concern the court and heavenly officials, and officials will certainly attain high positions. For ordinary people, this is an inauspicious omen, especially since the structure also aligns with "Zhang Guan" (Cutting the Gate). The Nobleman ascends the Heavenly Gate, the Tiangang (Heavenly Stem) blocks the Ghost Gate, the Six Spirits are concealed, and the four evils are eliminated. This is favorable for escaping calamities and avoiding difficulties, as well as for secretly planning confidential affairs. A赘婿 (a man who marries into another family) represents an attachment to others, while a cunning young man should be cautious of improper private relationships.

天時：主得甘霖。家宅：晝占吉，有喜事。功名：利於顯者，不利小位。求財：遲得。婚姻：主作贅婿，夜占不吉。胎產：防有驚恐。疾病：見凶有解。失脫：難尋獲，逃者難追。出行：利避難。行人：有阻。爭訟：必至上達部院，然終有解。兵戰：宜行詭道，勿追敗兵，恐有詐。

Weather: There will be a good rain. Residence: It is auspicious during the day, and there will be joy in the family. Official rank: Beneficial to those who are already successful, but not favorable to those in low positions. Seeking wealth: It will come late, but eventually will be obtained. Marriage: The man is expected to go live in the wife's family, and it is inauspicious if divined at night. Pregnancy: Be careful of being startled. Disease: Although there is ainauspicious sign (unfavorable omen), there is a way to be saved. Lost items: Difficult to recover, and those who have run away cannot be caught. Travel: Favorable for avoiding danger. Travelers: There will be obstacles on the way. Lawsuits: It will certainly go up to the level of the ministry and court, but in the end there will be a reconciliation. Military: It is advisable to use cunning strategies, do not chase the defeated enemy troops, for there may be a trick involved.

畢法云：罡塞鬼戶任謀為，后合占婚豈用媒。課經云：春占酉將未時，日辰用神俱旺相，上乘吉將，為三光課。筆塵載越王謂范蠡曰：今三月甲辰時加日昳，孤還故鄉，得無後患乎。蠡曰：大王勿疑，直視道行，越將有福，吳當有憂。按三月甲辰酉將加未，乃斬關課，大利逃亡也。

The "Bifa Fu" says: When Tiangang blocks the Ghost Gate, one may freely plan affairs; when Heavenly Empress and Liu He appear together, there is no need for a matchmaker in matters of marriage. The "Ke Jing" says: If one divines in spring, with the酉 general at the hour of Wei, and the Day Stem and Day Branch as well as the initiating transmission god all being prosperous and strong, and the upper position occupied by a favorable general, this is called the "San Guang Ke." The "Bichen" records: King Goujian of Yue asked Fan Li, "Today is the third month, Jiachen day, and the hour is Day's Peak. I return alone to my homeland, will there be any future troubles?" Fan Li replied, "Your Majesty need not worry; just proceed along this path. Yue will have fortune, and Wu will have misfortune." Note: On the third month Jiachen day with the酉 general added to the Wei position, it is exactly the "Zhang Guan Ke," highly favorable for escape and departure.

課體：重審，進茹，六儀，升階。課義：靜則有旺，動遭羅網，晝卜亡財，夜迎盜黨。

This divination lesson pattern is called Reexamining, Advancing, and the Six Instruments combined with "Ascending Steps" (the three transmissions proceed in ascending order, like climbing steps). The lesson meaning states: if remaining quiet and still, one will remain in a prosperous condition; but once movement occurs, one will fall into a trap. If the divination is done during the day, it indicates loss of wealth; if done at night, it suggests actively inviting thieves.

解曰：甲上乘卯，辰上乘巳，靜則守其旺地，人宅俱宜。若一妄動，即成羅網，又為陽刃，及生災禍也。晝占雖遭夾克，而勾陳助土，青龍吉將，不過亡財而已。夜則巳午上乘蛇雀，皆脫干氣，是往與盜黨相迎也。

The day stem Jia is on top of the卯, and the day branch Chen has the巳 on top. If they remain still and do not move, they each stay in their strong positions, and both the person and the house are favorable. But once they act hastily, they will be caught in a trap, as the卯 is the yang blade of Jia wood, and disaster will follow. Although during the day the situation seems to be surrounded on both sides, Gou Chen belongs to earth and can support the earth of Chen, and there is also the auspicious general Qinglong present, so the loss will be only of money. At night, the巳 and午 are occupied by Teng Snake and Vermilion Bird, which drain the energy of the day stem, which is like inviting thieves to join you.

斷曰：重審之卦，順進連茹，宜靜守不宜動作，喜旬儀發用。午為正陽，有泰階之象。從辰巳升之，可以觀光利用。惜初傳坐空，干上又值旬空，凡有所占，都無誠實。又空財引入盜脫之鄉，占者宜安心守分，自獲亨通。

The interpretation says: The卦 is reviewed again, with the three transmissions following in sequence and advancing together, which is suitable for remaining still rather than taking action. Fortunately, the deity of the ten-day period is initiating the transmission. The position of Wu is a place of pure yang, showing an atmosphere like the imperial court's Taijia San Tai (three stages of the celestial steps). Moving from Chen to Si step by step, it exactly matches the meaning of the卦 "Observing the light of the state, it is advantageous to serve the king" from the Zhou Changes. Unfortunately, the first transmission is sitting on Kongwang, and the day stem also meets the empty period of the ten-day cycle, so whatever is divined lacks substantial content. Moreover, the wealth hexagram that has fallen into emptiness will lead the person into a place of theft and leakage. The person asking the question should be content to stay within their proper role and will naturally achieve success.

天時：占雨雨少，占晴晴遲。家宅：防有口舌文書之事。功名：待時。求財：財空日脫，反防耗失。婚姻：媒妁無力，不成。胎產：胎旺，晝占防損漏，夜占主生女。疾病：主虛脫，不進飲食。失脫：難尋。出行：宜止。行人：先有信至。爭訟：耗財，消釋為宜。兵戰：我虛彼實，宜堅守。

Weather: If predicting rain, there will be little rain; if predicting clear weather, the sun will come slowly. Residence: Be careful of disputes and legal matters. Official position: One can only wait for the right opportunity. Seeking wealth: The wealth element is empty and is also stolen by the day stem, so one should be careful of losing money. Marriage: The matchmaker will not be effective, and the marriage will not be successful. Pregnancy: The fetal energy is strong. If divined during the day, there is a risk of miscarriage or leakage of the fetus; if divined at night, it indicates the birth of a girl. Disease: It indicates a condition of collapse and loss of appetite. Lost items: Difficult to find. Travel: It is suitable to stop and not move. Travelers: There will be a letter arriving first. Lawsuits: It will only cause financial loss; it is better to resolve the matter peacefully. Military: Our side is weak while the enemy is strong; it is suitable to hold firm.

畢法云：所謀多拙遭羅網，脫上逢脫防虛詐，初遭夾克不由己。課經云：干上卯，初傳縱見財爻，必心多退悔，懶去取財，恐爭奪也。又辰加卯，晝夜將皆六合，夾克其財，財必他費，或妻常有病。纂要云：透關格會成火局，常人喜占，仕宦卻忌。集義云：年命在卯，名天羅自裹。

The Book of Bi Fa says: Most plans are clumsy because they have run into a net; further leakage leads to the need for vigilance against falsehood and fraud; the first transmission is squeezed between two sides, so the matter is not under one's control. The Book of Lessons says: The day stem is on top of卯, even if the first transmission meets the wealth hexagram, people's hearts are mostly hesitant and regretful, unwilling to take it, because they fear causing disputes. It also says: When辰 is on top of卯, both day and night generals are Liu He, the upper and lower parts clamp down torestrain this wealth, so this wealth must be spent elsewhere, or the wife often falls ill. The Book of Compilation says: If the Translucent Passage pattern forms a fire situation, ordinary people will be happy, but officials will be cautious. The Book of Collecting Virtues says: If the native or the year pillar is on卯, it is called "Heavenly Net Envelops Itself" — one wraps oneself into the net.

課體：伏吟，斬關，六儀。課義：疊遇天罡，身動難康，夜被神撓，倖免殘傷。

This lesson pattern is Hidden Chant, 斩关, and Six Instruments. The lesson meaning says: encountering the Tiangang (Chen) earth twice; the self needs to move, but it is difficult to attain health; at night, there is a disturbance caused by spiritual beings; fortunately, it can ultimately avoid injury.

解曰：天罡臨日兩課，又作用神，是疊遇也。日干主身，身必搖動，難以安矣。申為日鬼，夜乘天乙，當有神祇作祟，必祈禳而後安。幸有中傳，與支上之巳，刑剋申金，更得六合卯木，亦足制貴人丑土，可免傷殘之患也。

The heavenly stem Chen (土) of Tiangang is placed over the day stem and also serves as the initiating transmission, hence called encountering twice. The day stem represents oneself, and since oneself is unsettled, it is difficult to achieve peace. The metal of Shen is the official ghost of Yi wood, and at night it is supported by the nobleman, indicating supernatural interference, which requires prayer and ritual to resolve. Fortunately, the middle transmission and the fire of Si in the day branch jointly overcome the metal of Shen (Si and Shen are in conflict, and fire overcomes metal), and the卯 wood of Liu He also suffices to restrain the earth of Chou occupied by the nobleman, thus avoiding harm.

斷曰：伏吟之卦，天地未發之象。利於安靜，不宜妄動。然天罡主乎變動，臨日發用，格合斬關，決無安居之理。勾陳並乘，又主稽留爭鬥，屈折不伸。占者除奔逃患難之外，每事以退為佳，惟仕宦占之則吉。

The interpretation states: A Hidden Chant hexagram signifies an image of the energies of Heaven and Earth not yet activated, favoring stillness rather than rash action. However, the Tiangang itself signifies movement, and now it is approaching the Day Stem and initiating transmission, forming a pattern that matches cutting through barriers. There is absolutely no reason to remain inactive. Additionally, Gou Chen is also occupying its position, indicating delays, disputes, and being constantly oppressed with no room to maneuver. For those seeking divination, except for matters related to fleeing or escaping, all other affairs are better handled by yielding. Only officials who divinate this hexagram will find it auspicious.

天時：興雲致雨，亦有風雷。家宅：宅吉而人不安。功名：田土之職可望，或納財得官。求財：恐致爭奪生災。婚姻：不宜。胎產：女胎遲產。疾病：主脾胃之症，不利占父母。

Weather: Clouds will rise and rain will fall, there will also be wind and thunder. Residence: The house itself is auspicious, but those living in it are not at peace. Official rank: There is hope for positions related to land or fields, or one may obtain an official position through financial contributions. Seeking wealth: There may be disputes leading to calamity. Marriage: Not suitable. Pregnancy: A female fetus, born late. Illness: This indicates ailments related to the spleen and stomach, and it is not suitable for divining the illness of parents.

失脫：雖近難尋，逃者遠去。出行：有礙，不能順利。行人：將至。爭訟：必因爭財起釁，或緣妻妾。捕獲：不出邑里，在西北方。兵戰：宜慎。

Lost items: The things are although near, but hard to find; if a person has run away, they have already gone far. Travel: There are obstacles, and it will not be smooth. Traveler: He is about to arrive. Lawsuit: It is certainly due to a quarrel over property, or because of a dispute over wife and concubine. Capturing thieves: The thief has not left his hometown, in the northwest. Military action: It should be cautious.

畢法云：賓主不投刑在上，鬼乘天乙乃神祇。課經云：辰財發用，又勾陳並臨，亦名稼穡。辰屬自刑，中傳取支，名杜傳格。事主有阻，當別尋枝節。指要云：失物不遠，訪人不出，病主不言語而呻吟。心鏡云：雖係伏吟，交車相脫，主彼此有相賺之意。

The "Bifa Fu" says: When the guest and host do not harmonize, it is due to the upper deity being self-punishing; if the official ghost is riding on the heavenly virtue nobleman, it indicates divine interference. The "Ke Jing" says: When the earth element wealth line initiates, and Gou Chen is also added upon it, it is called "Jia Se." Since the earth element is a self-punishing deity, the middle transmission can only take the day branch to make up, which is called "Du Zhuan Ge," indicating obstacles in matters, requiring another branch to open the situation. The "Zhi Yao" says: Lost items are not far away, the person being sought has not left, and the sick person does not speak but only moans. The "Liu Ren Xin Jing" says: Although it is a hidden chant lesson, when the day stem and day branch cross and mutually drain each other, it indicates both parties have the intention to deceive each other.

課體：元首，退茹，不備，驀越。課義：空祿為初，中末仍虛，所謀無效，進步徐徐。

The lesson pattern is Yuan Shou, Tui Ru, Bu Bei, and Mo Yue. The meaning of the lesson states: the禄神 that has fallen into emptiness serves as the first transmission; the middle and final transmissions are also empty; the matters being pursued will not achieve success; one can only move forward step by step.

解曰：卯為日祿，臨日發用，似乎可取。然值旬空，何益之有。況中末皆空，所謀之事，必無成效也。但退茹空亡，反宜進步，徐徐俟之，當有改圖耳。原本以遙克之辰為初傳，今改定。

The explanation says: Mao is the禄神 of Yi wood, and when it approaches the day stem and serves as the initiating transmission, it appears to be favorable. However, it is exactly in the旬空, so what benefit does it bring? Moreover, both the middle and final transmissions are also empty, so whatever plan is made will certainly not achieve success. However, if the three transmissions are in the旬空, it is actually suitable to move forward step by step and wait patiently, as there will eventually be an opportunity to change plans. The old version took Chen, obtained through remoterestrain, as the first transmission, but now it is changed to Mao.

斷曰：元首之卦，逆退連茹，一上克下，雖曰正大光明，事多順利。然四課不備，三傳皆空，空祿臨身，斗罡臨宅。身宅不寧，行止未決，宜乘機觀變，徐以待時。干加支，貪辰土之財，卻被支脫，支又傳干遇空，所謂費有餘而得不足也。

The interpretation states: The first ruler hexagram, with the three transmissions reversing and retreating while connected in sequence, uses the upper deity to overcome the lower deity. Although it seems upright and things are mostly smooth, the four lessons are incomplete, and the three transmissions all fall into empty positions. The禄神 that has fallen into emptiness presses upon oneself, while the斗魁 and Tiangang (Chen) press upon the dwelling position. Both person and dwelling are unstable, and one cannot decide whether to leave or stay, advance or retreat. One should act according to the opportunity and wait patiently. The day stem is added to the day branch, indicating a desire for the wealth of the earth element, but it is instead stolen away by the day branch. The day branch then transmits to the day stem and encounters emptiness, which is called giving more than one receives, and receiving less than one gives.

天時：風雲雷電，空作雨勢。家宅：貧而不寧，時有爭鬥。功名：無中生有，終無實際。求財：合夥營生，防歸消折。婚姻：不成。胎產：占胎不實，占產立下。疾病：新病即愈，久病不宜。失脫：東南方可尋。出行：改期。行人：立至。爭訟：空中樓閣，旋歸消解。捕獲：晝在西南，夜在西北。兵戰：宜以退為進。

Weather: There are clouds, winds, thunder and lightning, but they merely appear as if rain is about to fall. Residence: Poor and unstable, with frequent quarrels. Fame and status: Some empty titles appear out of nowhere, but there is no real result. Seeking wealth: Partnering with others in business, beware of losing everything in the end. Marriage: It will not succeed. Pregnancy and childbirth: Divination for pregnancy may not be certain, but divination for childbirth indicates immediate delivery. Illness: New illness will soon recover, but long-term illness is not advisable. Lost items: Look for them in the southeast direction. Travel: The journey will be postponed. Travelers: They will arrive soon. Lawsuits: Like a building in the air, it will vanish in a moment. Capturing thieves: If divined during the day, look in the southwest; if at night, look in the northwest. Military affairs: It is advisable to retreat first and then advance.

畢法云：空空如也事休追，腳踏空亡進用宜。課經云：初祿既空，末值蛇虎，乃前後逼迫難進退也。斷驗：癸丑生人，己卯年戌將占宅，曰：卯來趕日，宅不容人。卯為空祿，寅為兄弟，課中不見父母，勾陳臨宅，必同氣相爭，以致父母離居也，皆驗。

The "Bifa Fu" says: If everything is empty and nothing exists, there is no need to pursue further; if one steps on Kongwang, it is actually favorable for moving forward. The "Ke Jing" says: Since the first transmission's official god falls into an empty position, and the final transmission meets Teng Snake and White Tiger, this indicates being pressed from both sides and being in a dilemma of advancing and retreating. The recorded verification: A person born in the year Guichou used the year Jimao to divinate his family residence with the hour Xu. The diviner said: The卯wood arrives at the day stem, indicating the house cannot accommodate people.卯is the empty official god,寅represents brothers, and the oracle does not show the parents'爻. Gou Chen is also present at the residence position, indicating that brothers are competing, leading the parents to have to live separately. Later, all these predictions were verified.

課體：重審，間傳，極陰，驀越。課義：四課俱空，萬事無蹤，晝病不食，夜卜則凶。

This lesson pattern is called Re-examining, Intermediate Transmission, Extreme Yin, and Sudden Crossing. The lesson meaning says: all four lessons fall into emptiness, so nothing can be found; if divined during the day about illness, it is merely an inability to eat; but if divined at night, it becomes dangerous.

解曰：寅卯旬空，子丑坐空。日辰上陰陽神俱空，所占萬事皆無蹤跡。癸丑發用，是名閉口。晝占乘蛇，占病者止於不能飲食而已。若夜占則白虎乘財助鬼，其凶更甚。蓋蛇尚能克鬼，而虎則黨於鬼也。

It is explained that both寅 and 卯 are within the旬空, and 子 and 丑 are sitting on the Kongwang. The yang and yin spirits above the day stem and day branch all fall into emptiness, so whatever matters involved will naturally be unable to be found. The 丑 branch hides the癸 stem and initiates the transmission, which is called 'closed mouth'. If it is divined during the day with Teng Snake, the illness is not serious, merely an inability to eat; but if it is divined at night, White Tiger rides on the wealth爻 and reinforces the official ghost, which becomes much more dangerous. Because Teng Snake belongs to fire, it can still control the申 metal ghost; but White Tiger belongs to metal, and is actually in league with the ghost.

斷曰：重審之卦，逆退間傳，為極陰之象。事多不順，人心疑惑，進退乖離。況卦體全空，用神坐陷，主彼此恍惚，純屬虛聲。又旺祿臨支，為宅所脫，未免虛耗百端。若占災患驚憂，亦歸消解。總之動不如靜，坐勝乎行，毋妄營求也。

The interpretation states: The revisited hexagram has the three transmissions reversing and retreating, passing through alternate positions, indicating an extremely yin image. Matters tend to be unsatisfactory, people are uncertain and confused, and actions are contradictory. Moreover, the entire hexagram is empty, and the initiating spirit is seated on an empty and depressed position, indicating both parties are confused and vague, resulting in pure emptiness. Furthermore, the currently flourishing禄神 is located on the day branch, being stolen away by the dwelling position, inevitably leading to various losses. However, if this is about calamity or anxiety, it may eventually be resolved. In conclusion, stillness is better than movement, sitting is preferable to moving around, and one should not engage in hasty endeavors.

天時：始有風電，繼以寒陰，旋皆解散。家宅：主因買宅，以祿償債，或因喜事多耗。功名：虛聲無實。求財：無實際，有虛驚。婚姻：不吉，亦不成。胎產：女胎不實，占產立下。疾病：主噎隔失音，久病大凶。

Weather: At first there was wind and lightning, then it turned cold and cloudy, and soon everything dispersed. House: The master used his salary to pay off debts in order to buy a house, or spent a lot of money on a celebration. Fame and reputation: It is only a hollow reputation with no real substance. Seeking wealth: One cannot gain real benefits, but will suffer a false alarm. Marriage: Unfavorable, and the marriage will not be concluded. Pregnancy and childbirth: It is said to be a female fetus, but it may not be confirmed, and if one divines childbirth, it will happen immediately. Disease: It indicates difficulty in swallowing and inability to speak, and for a long illness, it is extremely dangerous.

失脫：主陰人所盜，物散難追。出行：不成行。行人：亥日動身，卯日至。爭訟：主爭空財，彼此虛耗。捕獲：晝占西南，井邊有獅，夜占正西，女人哭泣。兵戰：虛張聲勢。墳葬：上有空樹，下有蛇穴，不吉。

Lost items: The owner is a woman who has stolen them; the things have already scattered and are difficult to recover. Travel: Unable to go. A traveler: Depart on the day of Hai and arrive on the day of Mao. Lawsuit: The dispute is over imaginary wealth; both parties will suffer losses. Capturing thieves: During the day, the thief is in the southwest near a well with a stone lion; at night, the thief is in due west where a woman is crying. Military action: It is just a show of strength. Grave site: There is a withered tree above and a snake hole below; it is not auspicious.

畢法云：權攝不正祿臨支，空空如也事休追。觀月經云：四課無形，事不出名，縱然出名，也是虛聲。又干祿加支，卻被支脫，必因蓋屋，以祿償債。指掌賦云：丑亥酉為極陰，如月隱西山，言三傳皆是夜方，不見光明也。

The "Bifa Fu" says: When the official star falls on the day branch, authority is not properly established, and words are not in order; everything is empty and nothing remains, so there is no need to pursue further. The "Guan Jing Xing" says: If the four lessons have no form or substance, the matter will not reveal its name; even if it does reveal a name, it is only empty talk. It also says: When the day stem's official star is added to the day branch, but the day branch steals and drains it, it must be for building a house or roof, using the salary to repay debts. The "Zhi Zhang Fu" says: Chou, Hai, and You are extremely yin, like the moon sinking behind the western mountain—this refers to all three transmissions falling in the positions of the night, with no light visible at all.

課體：重審，稼穡，遊子，閉口。課義：滿目財喜，不償所費，晝虎墓臨，閉口無畏。

This divination case has a "Lesson Pattern" (type of lesson) called "Chong Shen," meaning that among the four lessons, the lower deity reversely overcomes the upper deity, and the divination is taken accordingly. This indicates that matters should be carefully examined repeatedly and one should not act hastily. The "Three Transmissions" (initial, middle, and final transmissions) consist of the four earthly branches of Chen, Xu, Chou, and Wei, forming a "Jia Se" (cultivation and harvest) earth pattern, which signifies difficulty and delay. It also combines the "You Zi" (wandering) pattern of drifting and the "Bi Kou" (closed mouth) pattern of being unable to speak. The title "Di Yu Ju" is a miswriting in the printed text and should be "Di Si Ju" (Fourth Lesson). The four lines of "Lesson Meaning" are a rhyming explanation: all around are wealth hexagrams that are overcome by the day stem, which seems pleasant but in reality the gains do not outweigh the losses. During the day, the凶 general "Bai Hu" (White Tiger), which governs illness and injury, is placed on the day stem's storage, forming a凶 omen. However, since the lesson includes the "Bi Kou" pattern, as long as one remains silent and cautious, there is no cause for fear.

解曰：日上陰陽神以及三傳，滿目無非日財，若可喜矣。然傳財太旺，反致虧損。丑既旬尾，戌遁庚鬼，未遁丁神，財雖多而不償所費也。未為日墓，晝虎臨之，誠為凶象。然能閉口謹言，以俟丑上螣蛇沖破，以凶制凶，可無畏也。

The yang spirit and yin spirit on the day stem, together with the three transmissions, fill the view with nothing but the wealth hexagram of wood, which is seemingly favorable. However, the excessive wealth in the transmission overpowers the wood, causing it to be trapped by earth, leading to loss instead. The earth ox is the last position of the Jiachen cycle, and the dog in this cycle hides the metal geng, which is the official ghost that restrains the body. The earth sheep in this cycle hides the fire ding, which is a consuming spirit. Therefore, although there is much wealth, it ultimately cannot overcome the expenses. The earth sheep is also the tomb and storage of the wood yi. When divining during the day, the white tiger is riding on it, which is indeed an ominous sign. However, as long as one keeps quiet and speaks cautiously, waiting for the 'teng snake' (a heavenly general associated with fear and strange occurrences) on the ox to break the tomb of the sheep, using an Inauspicious Spirit to control another Inauspicious Spirit, there is nothing to fear.

斷曰：重審之卦，三傳皆季，局合稼穡。重審多不順之情，稼穡主艱難之象。況旬丁居末，馬見支陰，又合遊子之格，主身心搖動，蹤跡飄零。閉口臨干發用，亦主有懷莫白。支乘空生，又值六害，宅亦虛危。

This is a review divination, with the three transmissions all falling on the seasonal branches of Chen, Xu, Chou, and Wei, forming a farming and reaping earth pattern. The review divination often indicates many obstacles, and the farming and reaping pattern also suggests hardship and delay. Moreover, the spirit of Ding is located in the final transmission within the ten-day cycle, and the post-horse appears on the hidden spirit of the day branch, forming the pattern of a wandering traveler, indicating a restless mind and unstable movements. The closed mouth spirit is present on the day stem as the initiating transmission (i.e., serving as the first transmission), also suggesting a mind full of unexpressed thoughts. The branch of the day is occupied by a spirit that has fallen into kongwang and is also generating, and this spirit forms the "six harms" (a harmful relationship between earthly branches) with the spirit on the day stem, leading to a vulnerable and unstable home.

天時：陰溼而無雨。家宅：朱雀乘寅，主有口舌文書，事防到官。功名：財旺生官，或以人貲致位，但不利於終。求財：雖多難取。婚姻：有阻。胎產：防生啞兒，或產母失音。疾病：主脾疾不食，難愈。失脫：遠去，難獲。出行：遠遊四方，飄蓬無定。行人：思歸未得。爭訟：主為財起訟，不辯自明，多詞有咎。捕獲：晝占在南方驛地，夜占在東僧道家。兵戰：宜屯田守備，不利攻取。

Divination on weather conditions indicates that the earth's energy is stagnant, the sky is damp and dark but no rain falls. Divination on the household suggests that the Vermilion Bird (a heavenly general associated with speech and documents) is positioned on the寅 (Tiger) branch, indicating disputes within the family due to words or documents, and caution is needed to avoid legal troubles. Divination on official rank suggests that wealth can generate official status, or one may obtain a position through others' money, but the wealth will eventually be spent, leading to an unsatisfactory outcome. Divination on seeking wealth indicates that although there are many wealth signs, the wealth is difficult to obtain. Divination on marriage indicates obstacles in the middle. Divination on pregnancy suggests that the mouth is closed, indicating a risk of the child being mute or the mother losing her voice after childbirth. Divination on illness indicates a spleen-related condition, suggesting disharmony in the spleen and stomach, lack of appetite, and a prolonged illness. Divination on losing something indicates that the lost item has been taken far away and is difficult to recover. Divination on travel indicates traveling far and wide, like a drifting reed with no fixed dwelling. Divination on a traveler indicates that the person is longing to return home but cannot come back immediately. Divination on disputes indicates that they are often about money, and the matter is clear without argument, but speaking too much may bring trouble. Divination on capturing indicates that if divined during the day, the person is in the southern驿站 (station), and if at night, they are in the eastern home of monks or Taoists. Divination on warfare suggests that it is favorable to cultivate farmland and hold defense, but unfavorable for active attacks.

畢法云：傳財太旺反財虧，閉口卦體兩般推。占訣云：旬尾加旬首，財作閉口，與祿作閉口食神空亡同論，大不利占病。訂訛云：遊子丑戌未為陽傳陰，主在外思歸。丑加辰為破遊，傳值墓神煞害，冤家逼迫，值合龍戲驛，萬里奮飛。

The "Bifa Fu" says: If the three transmissions are overly prosperous in wealth, it may result in loss of wealth; when encountering the closed mouth pattern, one should analyze both the lesson pattern and the meaning of the hexagram. The "Zhan Jue" states: When the branch at the end of a ten-day period is placed upon the branch at the beginning of the ten-day period, the wealth element becomes closed mouth. Its interpretation is similar to when the day's wealth is in closed mouth or the food god is in kongwang, which is particularly unfavorable for predicting illness. The "Ding'E" explains: In the traveler's pattern, the branches Chou, Xu, and Wei are transmitted from the yang spirit to the yin spirit, indicating that the person is away from home and longing to return. When Chou is placed on Chen, it is called "broken travel." If the three transmissions encounter the tomb spirit and Inauspicious Sha (malevolent stars) with punishment and harm, it signifies being pursued by enemies. If instead, the Liu He (six harmonies) and Azure Dragon (azure dragon) ride the Post-horse (post-horse), it is like a great鹏 (mythical bird) flying thousands of miles high.

課體：蒿矢，從革。課義：末助初鬼，尤賴蒿矢，俯丘仰仇，化合為美。

This divination lesson has the pattern "Hao Shi" — in the four lessons, there is no direct conflict between upper and lower, but the upper deity remotely controls the day stem, like an arrow made of reed grass, which is shot but powerless. The three transmissions, Si, You, and Chou, form the "Cong Ge" metal pattern. The lesson interpretation says: the final transmission, Chou earth, supports the first transmission, You metal, which is the official ghost, which would normally intensify the controlling force against the person. Fortunately, the remote control is already weak. The You ghost sits on top of the Chou tomb, like bowing into a hill, and is attacked by Si fire from above, like facing an enemy while looking up; thus, it is restricted both in movement and stillness. The three branches form a metal pattern, which turns danger into benefit.

解曰：子為晝貴臨干，而末傳丑財，助初傳之酉鬼，以生子水，是謂引鬼為生。尤賴蒿矢無力，雖遇金有鏃，在第四課遙克，更無力也。況酉鬼坐丑之墓，臨巳之克，為俯丘仰仇，不能為害。則三合成局，適足為美矣。

The day branch is Zi, which is where the nobleman is located during daytime divination, directly placed on the day stem. The final transmission is Chou earth, which is the wealth爻 of Yi wood. It supports the first transmission You metal official ghost, which in turn generates Zi water. This is called 'guiding the ghost to become life qi', transforming ghostly energy into life energy. Moreover, the蒿矢 itself is weak: although the metal爻 is like an arrow with a tip, it only remotely controls the fourth lesson, making its power even weaker. Furthermore, the You ghost is seated on the Chou earth墓, and is also attacked by Si fire, which is like bowing down into a hill and facing an enemy directly, making it incapable of causing harm. Since the three branches form a metal trinity, it actually completes the good situation.

斷曰：遙克之卦，局成從革，雖曰凡事無力，禍福俱輕。然禍中隱福，害裡生恩。目前主有虛驚，過後漸逢好境。鼎新革故，苦盡甘來，貴循理守分而已。

This is a "remote overcoming" divination, and the three transmissions form a metal group of transformation. Remote overcoming indicates that efforts are not effective, with both misfortune and fortune being light. However, this metal group contains hidden fortune and kindness within adversity. At present, it is merely a false alarm, and the situation will gradually improve. Metal of transformation signifies renewal and change; after hardship comes sweetness. The person seeking divination should follow reason and maintain their proper role, without forcing matters.

天時：先燥後雨，變歉為豐。家宅：主妻有喑□之疾。功名：先難後易，得人扶助。求財：不求當自來。婚姻：遲合。胎產：主女胎，防□。疾病：遲瘥。失脫：勾克元可以捕獲。出行：東北方吉。行人：主軍役吏人，驀然至門。爭訟：用財者勝，得貴人扶持。兵戰：連和。墳葬：可發貴。

Divination on weather indicates that there will be a drought first followed by rain, resulting in a change from a poor harvest to a bountiful one. Divination on the household suggests that the wife or spouse may suffer from a speech-related illness. Divination on official rank shows initial difficulties followed by smooth progress, with assistance from others. Divination on seeking wealth advises not to force it, as wealth will come naturally. Divination on marriage indicates that the union will be successful but delayed. Divination on pregnancy shows that the fetus is female, and there is a need to be cautious. Divination on illness suggests that the illness will recover, though the recovery will be slow. Divination on loss indicates that there will be a conflict involving 'Gou Chen' overcoming 'Black Tortoise', the thief can be captured. Divination on travel suggests that going to the northeast is auspicious. Divination on a traveler coming indicates that the person is likely a soldier or an official's servant, who will arrive suddenly. Divination on disputes shows that the party willing to spend money will win, and will have the support of a nobleman. Divination on warfare indicates that both sides will reconcile and cease fighting. Divination on burial indicates that this site can bring about wealth.

畢法云：眾鬼雖彰全不畏，貴雖坐獄宜臨干。指掌賦云：酉巳丑為操會，已過受時豈失宜。指南：丁卯年辰將，占兄弟鄉試曰：蒿矢見金，如箭有鏃。朱雀翱翔，貴臨貴位，必得兩貴周旋推薦，兄弟二人皆中。午命者在前，亥命者在後。榜發果驗。沖虛子經論云：巳來酉上，乃是配字，如逢惡煞惡將，必主配軍。

The "Bifa Fu" says: Although many ghosts are visible, as long as they are controlled, they are not to be feared; even if the Nobleman is in the position of imprisonment, if he is on the Day Stem, he is still useful. The "Zhipang Fu" says: The three branches You, Si, and Chou are called "Cao Hui," meaning that even though the time has passed, they can still bear the time, and may not have lost their measure. The "Liu Ren Zhi Nan" records: In the year Dingmao, with Chen as the Month General, someone asked about the provincial examination, and the divination said: The "Hao Shi" lesson shows metal, just like an arrowhead with a tip; the Vermilion Bird soars high, and the Nobleman is in the noble position, so two Noblemen will mediate and recommend, and both brothers will pass the examination. The one born in the year Wu will come first, and the one born in the year Hai will come later. When the list of successful candidates was published, it indeed proved true. The "Chong Xu Zi Jing Lun" says: When Si is added to You, it is called "Pai," meaning pairing. If it meets evil stars and evil generals, it will certainly lead to exile or transportation.

課體：重審，四絕。課義：仕宦畏逢，常人免凶，夜休投貴，晝稍中庸。

The lesson pattern remains a re-examination, combined with the "Four Extremes" pattern — all three transmissions fall into the extreme place of the day stem. The lesson meaning says: this lesson is most feared by those who hold official positions, because the official star has no life qi; common people, however, who divinate this lesson are instead free from danger. When divining at night, there is no need to seek help from a nobleman, as the nobleman has already entered the tomb; seeking help would be of no use. When divining during the day, the nobleman is present at巳, which is considered moderate and balanced.

解曰：申乃官爻，今居末傳，初午克之，中丑墓之，是為無氣，仕宦之所忌也。常占則為訟寬病減之象，可免乎凶。夜貴入墓，投之豈有所益。晝貴臨巳，雖得三傳遞生，但沖初用而克宅神，猶不失為中平者也。

Shen metal is the official element of Yi wood. Now it is in the final transmission. The first transmission has Wu fire which overcomes it, and the middle transmission has Chou earth which is its storage. The official star has no strength at all, which is most unfavorable for someone in official position. However, for ordinary people, this indicates that lawsuits will be resolved and illness will be alleviated, thus avoiding misfortune. If divined at night, with the nobleman in the tomb, going to seek him would be of no use. If divined in the day, with the nobleman on Si, although the three transmissions follow each other in mutual generation, the fire on Si conflicts with the first transmission's Wu fire and also overcomes the day branch which is the household deity. Therefore, it can only be considered an average situation.

斷曰：重審之卦，利下不利上，宜後不宜先。雖發用脫干無力，然漸次而進，自近及遠。雖遲有成，晝將貴人臨支。雖克支而實生干，干又上臨長生，凡占皆宜坐守，自爾稱心。

The divination lesson of repeated review is when the lower deity overcomes the upper deity, which is advantageous for the lower position but not for the upper. It is suitable to be in the later position rather than to compete for the first. Although the first transmission seems to weaken the day stem, the three transmissions proceed step by step from near to far, and the matter, though delayed, will eventually be accomplished. When divining during the day, the nobleman is present on the day branch. Although it appears to overcome the branch, in reality it supports the day stem from behind. Additionally, the day stem is seated upon the long life of亥 water. Therefore, in all such divination cases, it is advisable to sit quietly and wait, which will naturally lead to a satisfactory outcome.

天時：晴雨相間，晚種得利。家宅：好交貴客，必致耗破。功名：遲吉，主眾人推薦。求財：利息輕。婚姻：遲合有喜。胎產：胎神臨絕，占產立下。疾病：主心疾，遲愈，無妨。失脫：可得，逃亡自歸。出行：宜投謁貴人。行人：歸遲。爭訟：得貴調解。捕獲：賊在西北，是軍吏之類。兵戰：我勝。

Divination on weather indicates that sunny and rainy days alternate, and seeds sown in the evening will benefit. Divination on the household suggests that the master enjoys associating with prominent people, and frequent socializing will lead to expenses. Divination on official rank shows that success comes slowly, but there will be recommendations from many people. Divination on seeking wealth indicates that the interest is slight. Divination on marriage shows that it will take time to succeed, but once it does, there will be joy. Divination on pregnancy indicates that the fetal deity is in a terminal position, and childbirth will be quick. Divination on illness indicates a disease of the heart meridian, which takes time to recover but is not serious. Divination on lost items indicates that lost things can be found back, and those who have run away will return by themselves. Divination on travel suggests that it is suitable to visit noble people. Divination on a traveler indicates a slow return. Divination on disputes indicates that a noble person will mediate. Divination on capture indicates that the thief is in the northwest, and he is a person in the military or government service. Divination on battle indicates that our side will win.

畢法云：三傳遞生人舉薦。課經云：干生初恩也。初生中，中生末，末卻克干，是為恩多怨深。古鑑：庚戌生人，戊申午將占訟，曰：本是四絕，不意亥子又來生日，絕中得起。子為乙母，財臨子孫，主得母家產業。申為乙祖，丑為申墓，應築作祖墳。本命庚戌，亦墓於丑，故已亦作生壙於旁。申為僧，見貴人，生子當作大善知識，後一一皆驗。

The "Bi Fa Fu" says: If the three transmissions follow each other in a sequence of mutual generation, it indicates that someone will recommend the person from the side. The "Ke Jing" says: If the day stem generates the first transmission, it signifies giving kindness to others; if the first transmission generates the middle transmission, the middle generates the final, but the final transmission turns back to overcome the day stem, this is called that the more kindness is shown, the deeper the resentment becomes. The "Gu Jian" records: A person born in the year Geng Xu, when he divines a lawsuit in the year Wu Shen with the month general at Wu, the divination states: It is originally a lesson of four extremes, but unexpectedly the two waters of Hai and Zi come to generate and support the day stem, thus reviving strength from the desperate situation. The water of Zi is the mother of wood of Yi, and the wealth爻 is also in the position of descendants, indicating that he can inherit the property of his maternal family; the metal of Shen is the ancestral deity of wood of Yi, and the soil of Chou is the storage of Shen, so he should build the ancestral tomb; since his birth year of Geng Xu is also stored in Chou, he himself also prepared a tomb for longevity nearby. Shen also indicates monks, and the presence of the nobleman suggests that his future son will become a virtuous high monk. All these predictions later came true.

課體：反吟，無依，元胎。課義：晝虎防脫，亥水難托，夜被欺詐，奸私見約。

The lesson pattern is "Reverse Chant," where the deities on the Heaven Plate conflict with those on the Earth Plate, indicating many reversals in affairs; "Reverse Chant" is also known as "No Support," implying lack of reliance; this pattern also includes the "Fetus" structure, suggesting development and change. The lesson interpretation states: during the day, the White Tiger is riding on the巳, warning of possible loss of vital energy; originally intending to rely on the亥 water to control fire, but the亥 water is weak and cannot provide protection; during the night, the initial and final positions are occupied by the Black Tortoise, indicating a risk of being deceived or defrauded; the Black Tortoise also harmonizes with the Liu He in the Middle Transmission, resembling a secret agreement made in secret.

解曰：初末巳乘晝虎，脫干之氣，占人必有虛弱之患。全恃亥水長生，沖剋制之。無奈火勝水少，又被干上戌土來克，自救不暇，難以託庇矣。夜占初末乘元，神脫將盜，焉免欺詐之弊。況與中傳之六合，相比為奸，如私約也。

The first and final transmissions are both巳 fire. When divining during the day with the White Tiger, the巳 fire drains and disperses the energy of the乙 wood, indicating that the person's body is certainly weak. Originally, we relied on亥 water for growth to overcome the巳 fire and restrain it, but there is too much fire and not enough water. The亥 water is also controlled by the戌 earth on the day stem, so it is struggling to survive itself, how can it protect anyone else. When divining at night with the first and final transmissions under the Black Tortoise, the earth deity drains the day stem, and the Heavenly General indicates theft, how can one avoid being deceived. Moreover, the Black Tortoise is close to the middle transmission's 'Liu He' (a Heavenly General associated with harmony and intimacy), they are close and intimate, acting together like they have secretly made an agreement.