Zi Wei Dou Shu Quan Shu (紫微斗數全書)

嘗聞命之理微，鮮有知之真而順受之者。余謂功名富貴，有命存焉，遂捐厥職，訪道學者，以為之宗。行抵華山下，詢知希夷公曾得道於茲矣。

I have heard that the principles of destiny are subtle and obscure, and few people truly understand them and accept their arrangements with a level heart. I believe that fame and wealth each have their heavenly mandate, so I resigned from my official post and went to seek out those who study alchemy and divination, hoping to find a master to follow. When I arrived at the foot of Mount Hua, I learned that the recluse Master Chen Tuan had once attained enlightenment in cultivation on this mountain.

因陟其巔，謁其祠。將返，見一道者，年須弱冠，態度老誠，遂進禮。承出書示予，予問之，曰：“希夷公《紫微斗數》集也。”始觀排列星辰，猶不省其奧窔；既讀其論，論則有道理；玩其斷，斷則有神。即以賤降試之，果毫髮不爽。

So I climbed to the top of the mountain and paid homage at the shrine of Chen Tuan. Just as I was about to return, I saw a hermit of about twenty years old, yet his demeanor was mature and sincere. I approached him and paid my respects. He then took out a book and showed it to me. I asked what kind of book it was, and he said, "This is the 'Ziwei Doushu' compiled by Master Xiyi Chen Tuan." At first, I only saw the book filled with stars and celestial bodies, but I could not grasp its profound meaning. However, after reading the discussions in the book, I found that each point made sense. Upon further reflection on its interpretations, I realized they were extremely accurate. I immediately tried using my own birth date to predict the future, and the results were spot on.

於是喟然嘆曰：“造化至玄而闡明之，若對鑑焉，非心涵造化能之乎？星辰至遠，而指視之若運掌，然非胸藏星斗者能之乎？天位乎上，地位乎下，而人則藐然於中者，先生則以天合之人，人合之天，即星辰之變化而知人命之休咎，是非學貫天人而一之者，又孰能之乎？

I sighed deeply and said, "The workings of heaven and earth are originally extremely profound and mysterious. This book, however, explains them clearly and distinctly, like seeing clearly in a mirror. If one does not possess in his heart the principles of creation and transformation, how could he achieve this? The stars are extremely distant from the human world, yet this book points them out as if they were arranged on one's palm. If one does not have the entire sky's constellations stored in his mind, how could he do this? Heaven is above, earth is below, and humans are small beings between them. Yet Master Xiyi is able to harmonize heavenly ways with human affairs and human affairs with heavenly ways, using the changes of stars to foresee the good fortune, misfortune, and destiny of a person's entire life. If it is not someone who has integrated the knowledge of heaven and humanity and can unify heaven and humanity as one, who else could do this?"

猗歟休哉！先生真高人也，神人也。不然胡為乎而有是高志！又胡為乎而有是神數也！”予乃捧持之，遍示天下，俾世之人知有命而順受之可也。胡乃祖作之，而子秘之，則繼述之道安在哉？請志予言，以弁是書之首。時陳子去希夷公一十八代，諱道號“瞭然”，年方二十有六。

What an admirable thing! Master Xiyi is truly a great person, a divine being. Otherwise, how could he have such lofty aspirations and created such a marvelous system of divination? I then took this book in my hands and intended to make it known to the world, so that all people would understand that life is subject to destiny, and thus accept the arrangements of fate calmly. If our ancestors had written this book but their descendants concealed it and kept it secret, where would the principle of continuing their legacy be? I request that the above words be recorded and placed at the beginning of this book as a preface. At that time, the Daoist man named Chen was already eighteen generations apart from Master Xiyi, his Daoist name was "Le Ran," and he was only twenty-six years old.

時嘉靖庚戌春三月既望之吉，賜進士及第吉水羅洪先撰。

On this auspicious day in the spring of the third month of the sixteenth day of the Gengxu year of the Ming Emperor Jiajing's twenty-ninth year, Luo Hongxian, who had passed the imperial examination as a jinshi and was from Jixishui in Jiangxi, wrote this preface.

斗數至玄至微，理旨難明，雖設問於百篇之中，猶有言而未盡。至如星之分野，各有所屬，壽夭賢愚，富貴貧賤，不可一概論議。其星分佈一十二垣，數定乎三十六位，入廟為奇，失度為虛。大抵以身命為福德之本，加以根源為窮通之資。

The study of Purple Micro Astrology is extremely profound and subtle, with its principles and meanings difficult to fully explain. Even after repeated questions and answers in hundreds of discussions, there are still things that cannot be fully expressed. As for the areas each star governs, they all have their own specific domains: lifespan length, innate talent and intelligence, and the fortune of being rich or poor, noble or humble. These cannot be universally explained by a single set of principles. The stars are distributed across twelve palace positions, namely the Palace of Destiny, Brothers, Spouse, Children, Wealth, Illness, Migration, Servants, Officialdom, Property, Fortune Virtue, and Parents. The strength of the stars is also determined by their positions in thirty-six different ranks, such as Temple, Prosperity, Favorable, and Decline. When a star is placed in the most suitable palace, it is called "entering the Temple," which is a rare good configuration. When a star is placed in an unsuitable palace, it is called "losing its measure," and its power becomes ineffective. In general, predicting a person's fate is based on the "Palace of Destiny" and "Body Palace" as the fundamental indicators of one's fortune, along with the Heavenly Stem and Earthly Branch of the birth year as the root for judging one's life's success or hardship.

星有同躔，數有分定，須明其生克之要，必詳乎得垣失度之分。觀乎紫微舍躔，司一天儀之象，率列宿而成垣。土星苟居其垣，若可移動；金星專司財庫，最怕空亡。帝星動則列宿奔馳，貪守空而財源不聚。各司其職，不可參差。苟或不察其機，更忘其變，則數之造化遠矣。

Stars may occupy the same palace or move along the same degree, yet each has a fixed limit in destiny. Therefore, it is essential to understand the key principle of the Five Phases and to distinguish whether a star is "in its proper palace" (得垣) or "out of its proper place" (失度). The Purple Emperor star (紫微) governs the day's image and leads all stars, forming its own palace. Although the Earthly Purple Emperor, which belongs to Earth, resides in its native palace, its position still moves according to the arrangement of the destiny chart. The Wealth and General star (武曲), which belongs to Metal, is responsible for the treasury and is most afraid of encountering "Kongwang" (空亡), which refers to positions such as Void Malefic (地空) and Plunder Malefic (地劫) where things fall short. When the Purple Emperor star moves, all other stars follow and change accordingly. If the Greedy Wolf star (贪狼) is located in a Kongwang position, wealth cannot be accumulated. Each star has its own duty and should not be confused or mixed. If someone interpreting a destiny chart fails to grasp the underlying principles and forgets to adapt according to the chart's configuration, they are far from the true essence of the system of star divination.

例曰：祿逢沖破，吉處藏凶。馬遇空亡，終身奔走。生逢敗地，發也虛花。絕處逢生，生花不敗。星臨廟旺，再觀生克之機。命坐強宮，細察制化之理。

For example, if the Wealth-salary star or a transformed Wealth-salary star is attacked by a malevolent star, a place that was originally auspicious may conceal danger; if the Star of movement meets Kongwang, one will be constantly moving and striving throughout life but will not achieve tangible results. If the destiny and body fall into a place of decline among the Five Phases, even if success is achieved, it will be like a fleeting flower, ultimately empty. Conversely, if one is in a place of absolute decline but encounters generation and support, it is like a flower that blooms but does not wither, capable of turning failure into success. When a star is in a flourishing position, one must also consider the principles of the Five Phases interactions among the stars in the same palace; when the Life Palace is in a strong and prosperous palace, one must carefully examine the principles of mutual restriction and transformation within it.

日月最嫌反背，祿馬最喜交馳。倘居空亡，得失最為要緊。若逢敗地，扶持大有奇功。紫微天府全依輔弼之功，七殺破軍專依羊鈴之虐。諸星吉，逢凶也吉。諸星凶，逢凶也凶。

The Sun and the Moon, represented by the stars Taiyang and Taiyin, most dislike being in opposition, meaning Taiyang falling into the night palace and Taiyin falling into the day palace, where their radiance cannot be displayed. The stars Wealth-salary star, Hua Lu, and Star of movement prefer to meet each other, meaning the Lu star and the Horse star being in the same palace or mutually shining upon each other, which indicates a flourishing and flowing source of wealth. If the Life and Body palaces falls into the Kongwang position, distinguishing between gain and loss becomes most important. If it falls into a declining position, then receiving support from auspicious stars can lead to extraordinary achievements. The two noble stars, Ziwēi and Tianfu, rely entirely on the auxiliary auspicious stars Zuofu and Youbi to display their functions. The two fierce stars, Qishash and Pojun, depend solely on Qingyang and Lingxing to carry out their harsh effects. Originally auspicious stars, even when encountering malevolent stars, can still turn to auspiciousness; originally malevolent stars, when encountering more malevolent stars, will become even more harmful.

輔弼夾帝為上品，桃花犯主為至淫。君臣慶會，材善經邦。魁鉞同行，位居臺輔。祿文拱命，貴而且賢。日月夾財，不權則富。馬頭帶劍，鎮衛邊疆。刑囚夾印，刑杖惟司。善蔭朝綱，仁慈之長。貴入貴鄉，逢之富貴。財居財位，遇者富奢。

Left and right ministers flanking the Emperor star Ziwēi indicate an excellent configuration; if the Tao Hua stars such as Tān Láng, Lián Zhēn, Tiān Náo, and Hóng Luán confront the Emperor star Ziwēi, the person is extremely licentious. When Ziwēi is joined by the Treasury star Tàifǔ, the Seal star Tiānxiāng, Left Minister Zuǒfǔ, and Right Minister Yòubì, it is called "Emperor and Ministers Celebrating Together," and such a person possesses the ability to govern the country and manage state affairs. When the Yang Benefactor Tiānkuí and Yin Benefactor Tiānyuè move together, the person holds a high position equivalent to the Star of Conferment. When the Wealth-Salary star Lùcún, transformed wealth Huàlù, and the Star of Examinations and Documents Wénchuāng, along with the Star of Talent and Eloquence Wénqū, illuminate the Life Palace (Destiny Palace), the person is both distinguished and virtuous. When the Star of Brightness and Prestige Tàiyáng and the Wealth Star and Mother Star Tàiyīn are positioned before and after the Wealth Palace, the person may not hold power but will certainly be wealthy. When the Star of Movement Tiānmǎ is in the Wǔ palace and meets the Malefic of Injury Qíngyáng, it is called "Horse Head with Sword," indicating the person holds a military post to guard the borders. When the Star of Punishment Tiāngxíng and Lián Zhēn (transformed into imprisonment) flank the transformed official star Tiānxiāng (transformed into seal), it is called "Punishment and Imprisonment Flanking Seal," indicating the person specializes in administering punishments and corporal penalties. When the Star of Wisdom and Adaptability Tiānjī (transformed into kindness) and the Longevity Star Tiānliáng (transformed into shelter) are in the position of the government, the person is a benevolent and kind elder. When noble stars enter noble palaces, they indicate wealth and status; when the wealth star is in the wealth palace, it indicates great wealth and extravagance.

太陽居午，謂之日麗中天，有專權之貴，敵國之富。太陰居子，號曰水澄桂萼，得清要之職，忠諫之材。紫微輔弼同宮，一呼百諾居上品。文耗居寅卯，謂之眾水朝東。

The Sun is located in theWu Palace, which is the time when the sun is at its zenith, called "the sun shining over the sky." This indicates that the person holds supreme power and possesses immense wealth. The Moon is located in theZi Palace, which is the time when the night moon is bright and the water is still, called "clear water with fragrant osmanthus." This indicates that the person can attain a prestigious and important position, and is a person who dares to speak frankly and give advice. When the Purple Micro and Left Assistant and Right Assistant stars are in the same palace, the person can command the obedience of many, which is considered an excellent configuration. The water star, Wen Qu, and the broken army star, which transforms into a consuming force, are located in the Yin Palace and Mao Palace, which belong to wood. Water nourishes wood and flows eastward without returning, called "many waters flowing east." This indicates that the person's aspirations follow the current and are difficult to maintain, and their wealth flows away like water.

日月守不如照合，蔭福聚不怕凶危。貪居亥子，名為犯水桃花。刑遇貪狼，號曰風流彩杖。七殺廉貞同位，路上埋尸。破軍暗曜同鄉，水中作冢。

The stars Sun and Moon are more powerful when they shine from the opposite palace or meet in the triple harmony palace rather than sitting in their native palace. The star Tianliang, which brings protection, and Tian Tong, which brings blessings, when gathered together, are not afraid of malevolent stars coming to clash. When Tanlang falls in the Hai or Zi Palace, which belong to water, it is called 'water Taohua' or 'floating water Taohua', indicating a person who is lustful and unrestrained. When Tianxing meets Tanlang, it is called 'flowery staff', indicating a person who suffers punishment due to romantic affairs. When Qishash and Lianzhen are in the same palace, the person is at risk of a sudden death on the road or being found dead on the way. When Pojun is in the same palace as Jiumen, which has an ominous nature, the person is at risk of drowning and being buried in water.

祿居奴僕縱有官也奔馳，帝遇兇徒雖獲吉而無道。帝坐金車則曰金輿捧櫛，福安文曜謂之玉袖天香。太陽會文昌於官祿，皇殿朝班，富貴全美。太陰會文曲於妻宮，蟾宮折桂，文章全盛。

Lúcun falls in the Servant's House, even if one becomes an official, he will spend his days running errands and laboring for others; the Emperor Star (Ziwei) meeting a group of malevolent stars and evil influences, even if auspicious, results in a tyrannical ruler. Ziwei sitting in the Golden Car position is called "Jinyu Pengzhi," meaning the owner is supported and revered by others, thus achieving prominence. The Fortune Virtue House hosting stars like Wen Chang and Wen Qu, called "Yuxiu Tianxiang," means the owner is refined, elegant, and renowned for literary achievements. The Sun Star meeting Wen Chang in the Official's House means the owner can be listed among the court officials and stand in the golden palace, possessing both wealth and honor. The Taiyin Star meeting Wen Qu in the Spouse's House means the owner achieves success in the imperial examinations, excelling in literary fame.

祿存守于田財，堆金積玉。財蔭坐於遷移，鉅商高賈。耗居祿位，沿途乞食。貪會旺宮，終身鼠竊。殺居絕地，天年夭似顏回。貪坐生鄉，壽考永如彭祖。

The Wealth-salary star (Lu Cun) residing in the Field and Residence palace or the Wealth palace indicates that the person accumulates great wealth and has a prosperous family business. The Wealth star and general star (Wu Qu) and the Shelter star and longevity star (Tian Liang) sitting in the Migration palace indicate that the person is a great merchant who travels extensively. The Expenditure star and vanguard star with an Expenditure qi transformation falling in the Official Position palace indicates that the person experiences decline and hardship, living a life of begging on the road. The Star of romance and desire (Tan Lang) sitting in a prosperous palace with no auspicious stars to restrain it indicates that the person is cunning and deceitful, acting like thieves. The General star and star of severity (Qi Sha) falling in the Extinction position of the Five Phases indicates a short lifespan, like Yan Hui, a disciple of Confucius, who died at the age of thirty-two. The Star of romance and desire (Tan Lang) sitting in the Growth position of the Five Phases indicates a long lifespan, like Peng Zhu, who lived a long life.

忌暗同居身命疾厄，沉困尪羸，凶星會於父母遷移，刑傷破祖。刑殺同廉貞於官祿，枷杻難逃，官符加刑殺於遷移，離鄉遭配。善福居空位，天竺生涯。輔弼單守命宮，離宗庶出。

When the afflicted star and the dark star, which is also considered an evil influence, fall together in the body palace, the native suffers from chronic illness and appears weak and frail. Malevolent stars shining on the parents' palace and the migration palace indicate harm to relatives and destruction of ancestral property. If the star of punishment, the severe general star, and the star of integrity are all in the official palace, the native is doomed to suffer from imprisonment or punishment. If the official symbol is combined with the star of punishment and the severe general star in the migration palace, the native will be exiled or sent away. When the star of wisdom and adaptability and the star of blessings fall in the kongwang position, the native is likely to have a connection with Buddhism and Taoism, living a life of asceticism like a monk from India. If either the auxiliary auspicious star is alone in the native palace without a pair, the native is often from a different family or is a son from a secondary wife.

七殺臨於身命加惡殺，必定死亡。鈴羊合於命宮遇白虎，須當刑戮。官府發於吉曜，流殺怕逢破軍。羊陀憑太歲以引行，病符官符皆作禍。奏書博士與流祿，盡作吉祥。力士將軍同青龍，顯其權勢。

If the Seven Killers are in the body palace and the Life palace, along with evil malefics, it will certainly lead to a violent death. If the Bell Star and the Malefic of Injury conjoin the Life palace and meet the White Tiger Star, there will certainly be punishment and killing. If the Official Star joins with auspicious stars, its harmful effects can be mitigated. The malefics of the current year are most dangerous when they meet the Expenditure Star. The Malefic of Injury and the Malefic of Delay and Entanglement only cause trouble when activated by the Tai Sui Star. The Bingfu and Guanfu Stars will bring misfortune. The Renshu and Boshi Stars joining the Wealth-salary star of the current year will all indicate good fortune. The Lishi and General Stars accompanying the Azure Dragon will show the person to have power and authority.

童子限如水上泡漚，老人限似風中燃燭。遇殺無制乃流年最忌，人生榮辱限元必有休咎，處世孤貧數中逢乎駁雜，學至此誠玄微矣。

The destiny limits experienced by children are as fragile and fleeting as bubbles on water; those experienced by the elderly are like a candle burning in the wind, always in danger of being extinguished. Encountering a malevolent star without a beneficial star to counteract it is the most dreaded situation in the current year. A person's glory and disgrace throughout their life are clearly indicated at the beginning of each destiny limit; a person's hardship and poverty in life is precisely because their fate has encountered a mixture of good and bad, clear and turbid patterns. Only when one understands this level can one truly grasp the profound and subtle aspects of the star divination system.

原夫紫微帝座，生為厚重之容。天府尊星，也作純和之體。金烏圓滿，玉兔清奇。天機為不長不短之姿，情懷好善。武曲乃至要至緊之操，心性果決。天同肥滿，目秀清奇。廉貞眉寬，口闊面橫，為人性暴，好忿好爭。

The Emperor star, Ziwēi, when seated in the Life Palace, gives a person a dignified and steady appearance. The Treasury star, Tiānfǔ, when seated in the Life Palace, gives a person a pure and peaceful demeanor. The Sun star, Sūnghuáng (anciently known as Jīnwū), when seated in the Life Palace, gives a person a full and round face. The Moon star, Tàiyīn (anciently known as Yùtù), when seated in the Life Palace, gives a person a clear and elegant appearance. The Wisdom star, Tiānjī, when seated in the Life Palace, gives a person a medium height, and a nature inclined towards doing good deeds. The Wealth and General star, Wūqū, when seated in the Life Palace, gives a person an extremely strict and serious character, with a strong and decisive nature. The Blessing star, Tiāntóng, when seated in the Life Palace, gives a person a full body and clear, elegant eyes. The Lian Zhen star, when seated in the Life Palace, gives a person broad eyebrows, a large mouth and wide face, with a temper that is easily angered, fond of quarrels and conflicts.

貪狼為善惡之星，入廟必應長聳，出垣必定頑囂。巨門乃是非之曜，在廟敦厚溫良。天相精神，天梁穩重，心事玉潔冰清。七殺如子路暴虎馮河，火鈴似豫讓吞炭裝啞。暴虎馮河兮目太兇狠，吞炭裝啞兮暗狼聲沉。

The Star of Romance and Desire can be either benevolent or malevolent. When it is in its proper position, the person will certainly be tall and upright. But when it is out of its native place and falls into a place of loss, the person will certainly be unruly and noisy. The Star of Speech governs disputes and verbal conflicts—here, "is or is not" does not refer to questions of truth or falsehood, but rather to arguments and criticism from others. When the Star of Speech is in its proper position, the person tends to be sincere and kind. Those with the Star of Livelihood in their destiny appear radiant and vigorous. Those with the Star of Shelter and Longevity in their destiny are steady and composed, with a heart as pure as jade and a mind as clear as ice. Those with the Star of Severity in their destiny are as brave as Zilu, a disciple of Confucius, who could wrestle a tiger barehanded and cross a river on foot, fearless of danger. Those with the Malefic of Violence and the Hidden-Fire Malefic in their destiny are like Yuangang, the assassin, who would swallow soot to muffle his voice and pretend to be mute, concealing their intentions deeply. Those who wrestle tigers barehanded and cross rivers on foot have especially fierce eyes. Those who swallow soot and pretend to be mute have dark thoughts and a low, muffled voice.

俊雅文昌眉清目秀，磊落文曲口舌便佞，在廟定生異痣，失陷必有斑痕。左輔右弼溫良規模，端莊高士。天魁天鉞具足威儀，重合三臺則十全模範。

Those with the Wen Chang star in their destiny are handsome and refined, with clear eyebrows and bright eyes. Those with the Wen Qu star are free-spirited and upright, eloquent and persuasive in speech. When these two stars are in a strong and favorable position, they usually have distinctive birthmarks on their bodies. When they are in a weak and unfavorable position, they are sure to have scars on their bodies. Those with the Zuo Fu and You Bi stars in their destiny are gentle and kind, with proper manners and behavior, being dignified and refined gentlemen. Those with the Tian Kui and Tian Yue stars in their destiny have great presence and authority. If these two stars are combined with the San Tai star, they become perfect role models.

擎羊陀羅，形丑貌粗，有矯詐體態。破軍不仁，背重眉寬，行坐腰斜奸詐好行驚險。性貌如春和藹，乃是祿存之情德。情懷似火鋒沖，此誠破耗之威權。

Those with the star Malefic of injury in their destiny have an ugly and rough appearance, and their mannerisms carry an air of deceit and cunning. Those with the star Expenditure star and vanguard star in their destiny are unkind-hearted, have a thick back and broad eyebrows, and when they walk or sit, their waist is crooked. They are deceitful and enjoy taking risks. Those whose nature and appearance are as warm and approachable as spring are endowed with the virtue of the Wealth-salary star (Lu Cun). Those whose hearts are as sharp and aggressive as a flame and a blade display the formidable power of the Expenditure star and vanguard star (Po Jun), which is a consuming star.

星論廟旺最怕空亡，殺落空亡竟無威力。權祿乃九竅之奇，耗積散平生之福。祿逢梁蔭抱私財益與他人，耗遇貪狼浽淫情於井底。貪星入於馬垣易善易惡，惡曜扶同善曜稟性不常。

Discussing the strength and effectiveness of stars, the most feared is encountering Kongwang. However, if a malefic star falls into Kongwang, it loses its power and becomes harmless. The transformation of authority and wealth can make a person's senses and mind exceptionally sharp. The star of expenditure, however, gradually dissipates a person's fortune over a lifetime. When the wealth-salary star meets the shelter and longevity star, it often means keeping one's private wealth and giving it away to others. When the expenditure star meets the star of romance and desire, it leads to indulgence in improper desires, like falling into a well and unable to escape. When the star of romance and desire falls into the position of the Star of Movement, a person tends to easily change from good to bad. When malefic and benefic stars are mixed and support each other, a person's nature becomes inconsistent and fickle.

財居空亡巴三覽四，文曲旺宮聞一知十。暗合廉貞為貪濫之曹吏。身命司數實奸盜之技兒，豬屠之流。善祿定是奇高之藝細巧，伶俐之人。

The wealth star falling in the Kongwang position indicates a person who is scattered in their actions, looking around in all directions and unable to focus. When the star of talent and eloquence is in a flourishing palace, the person is exceptionally intelligent, able to infer ten parts from one. The dark star, which combines with the star of integrity, often represents a petty official who is greedy and takes more than they should. When such stars govern the body palace or the destiny palace, they indicate people who are cunning and dishonest, perhaps thieves or butchers. The star of wisdom and adaptability, when shared with the wealth-salary star, indicates a person with superb skills, meticulous craftsmanship, and a sharp mind.

男居生旺最要得地，女居死絕專看福德。命最嫌立於敗位，財源卻怕逢空亡。機刑殺蔭孤星論嗣續之宮加惡星忌耗，不為奇特。陀耗囚之星守父母之纏，決然破祖刑傷。兼之童格宜相，根基要察。

For a male's destiny, if it is located in the positions of growth and prosperity, the most important thing is that the stars should be strong and effective. For a female's destiny, if it is located in the positions of death and isolation, the focus should be on the quality of the fortune virtue palace. The native's destiny palace should be most avoided from being in a position of decline. The wealth palace should be most cautious about encountering kongwang. Stars such as tianji, tianxing, qishash, and tianliang, which carry the meaning of isolation and hardship, if they are located in the children's palace, which is the main position for descendants, and combined with bad stars, transformed evils, and the consuming star of puju, the matter of descendants will not have anything extraordinary. If stars such as tuoluo, puju (transformed into consumption), and lianzheng (transformed into imprisonment) are in the parents' palace, it will definitely break the ancestral fortune and cause injuries to close relatives. In addition, the pattern of a child should be considered together with their appearance, and the thickness of the Earlier Heaven foundation should be carefully examined.

紫微肥滿，天府精神。祿存祿主，也應厚重。日月曲相同梁機昌皆為美俊之姿，乃是清奇之格，上長下短目秀眉清。貪狼同武曲形小聲高而量大，天同如陀忌肥滿而目眇。

Those with the Purple Emperor star in their chart have a full and robust physique. Those with the Treasury star in their chart have a vigorous and energetic appearance. The Wealth-Salary star in the chart indicates a person who is upright and steady. Those with the Brightness star, Wealth-Mother star, Talent star, Seal star, Blessing star, Shelter star, Wisdom star, and Examination star in their chart all have handsome appearances, belonging to a refined and elegant structure, with a long upper body and short lower body, and clear and sharp eyes. Those with the Romance star and General star in the same palace have a short stature, a high-pitched voice, but a broad-minded nature. Those with the Blessing star in conjunction with the Malefic of Delay and the Harmful Star of Obstruction have a plump body but with defective eyes.

擎羊身體遭傷，若遇火鈴巨暗必生異痣。又值耗殺定主形丑貌粗。若居死絕之限，童子乳哺徒勞其力，老者亦然壽終。

People with the star Malefic of injury in their natal chart are prone to bodily injuries. If they also encounter the stars Malefic of violence, Hidden-fire malefic, and Dark star and star of speech, they will definitely have unusual moles on their bodies. If they further meet the stars Expenditure star and vanguard star and General star and star of severity, they will certainly have an ugly and coarse appearance. If they reach a destiny period marked by the Five Phases' death or Extinction position, even if a child has a wet nurse to care for them, it will be in vain. Similarly, the elderly will also die during this period.

此數中之綱領，乃為星緯之機關。玩味專精，以參玄妙。限有高低星尋喜怒，假如運限駁雜終有浮沉。如逢殺地更要推詳，倘遇空亡必須細察。精研於此不患不神。

The above are the essentials of the system of destiny calculation, also the key to the changes of the stars and their positions. Scholars must focus and deeply contemplate to grasp the subtle principles. The fortune and destiny have high and low aspects, and one must determine whether the stars are favorable or adverse. If the fortune and destiny involve both good and bad elements, a person's life will remain uncertain and fluctuating. If one encounters a place where malevolent stars gather, one must carefully examine and consider it repeatedly. If one meets kongwang, one must thoroughly investigate and examine. By putting in sufficient effort in this area, one will not fail to achieve accurate and effective results.

紫微帝座以輔弼為佐，貳作數中之主星乃有用之源流。是以南北二斗集而成數，為萬物之靈。蓋以水淘溶，則陰陽既濟，水盛陽傷，火盛陰滅，二者不可偏廢，故知其中者，斯為美矣。

The Purple Micro star is the Emperor star, with Left Assistant and Right Assistant as the ministerial officials. These three, one main and two assistants, are the main stars in the system of destiny calculation, serving as the source of the Initiating Transmission. Therefore, the multitude of stars from the Southern and Northern constellations come together to form the destiny. Since humans are the intelligent beings among all things, destiny manifests in human beings. Generally speaking, water is needed to harmonize and refine, so that yin and yang can meet and form the image of 'Perfect Completion'. If water is too abundant, it harms yang; if fire is too abundant, it extinguishes yin. Neither water nor fire should be neglected. Therefore, those who can grasp the balance between them are considered truly skilled.

寅乃木之垣，乃三陽交泰之時，草木萌芽之所，至於卯位，其木至旺矣。貪狼天機是廟樂，故得天相水到寅為之旺相，巨門水得卯為之疏通。木乃土栽培，加以水之澆灌，三方更得文曲水破軍水相會尤妙，又加祿存土極美矣。

The Yin Palace belongs to wood, which is the time of the beginning of the three yangs in the first month, the place where grass and trees begin to sprout. When reaching the Mao Palace, the energy of wood becomes extremely strong. The wood-related stars Star of romance and desire and Star of wisdom and adaptability are in their flourishing state here. Therefore, the water-related star Seal star and star of livelihood becomes prosperous and strong in the Yin Palace, and the water-related star Dark star and star of speech becomes smooth and unobstructed in the Mao Palace. Wood relies on earth for cultivation and also needs water for irrigation. If the three harmonious positions, which are the trigrams forming the triple harmony with this palace, also have the water-related stars Star of talent and eloquence and Expenditure star and vanguard star to support, it becomes especially excellent. Adding the earth-related star Wealth-salary star makes it even more perfect.

巨門水到丑，天梁土到未，陀羅金到於四墓之所，苟或得擎羊金相會，以土為金墓，則金通不凝。加以天府土天同金以生之，是為金趁土肥，順其德以生成。

The Water Giant Gate star is in the Chou palace, the Earthly Tian Fu star is in the Wei palace, and the Metal Tuo Luo star falls into the Chen, Xu, Chou, and Wei palaces, which are the four storage places for Metal. If the Metal Qing Yang star is also present, since Earth is the storage for Metal, the Metal energy can flow smoothly without stagnation. With the Earthly Tian Fu and Metal Tian Tong stars supporting, this is called "Metal benefits from Earth's richness," where each follows its own nature and mutually generates.

巳午乃火位，巳為水土所絕之地，更午垣之火，餘氣流於巳，水則倒流，火氣逆焰，必歸於巳。午屬火德，能生於已絕之土，所以廉貞火居焉。至於午火，旺照離明洞徹表裡，而文曲水入廟。若會紫府，則魁星拱斗，加以天機木貪狼木，謂之變景，愈加奇特。

The Si palace and the Wu palace both belong to the fire element. Si is the place where water and earth elements are at their weakest, and since the Wu palace has an excess of fire energy, the remaining fire energy flows back to Si. As a result, the water element flows in reverse and the fire element rises in the opposite direction, ultimately returning to Si. The Wu palace possesses the virtue of fire, which can generate and support the already weakened earth element, so the fire element star, Lianzhen, resides here. The fire in the Wu palace is at the peak of the Li trigram, which represents brightness and strength, illuminating inside and outside, surface and depth. Meanwhile, the water element star, Wenqu, is actually able to gain strength here. If this is combined with the Emperor star, Ziwēi, and the Treasury star, Tianfu, it forms the image of "Kui Star Bowing to the Dipper." Adding the wood element stars, Tianji and Tanlang, which generate fire, is called "Bianning," making the overall pattern even more extraordinary.

申酉金乃西方太白之氣，武曲居申而好生，擎羊在酉而用殺，加以巨門、祿存、陀羅而助之愈急，須得逆行，逢善化惡是為妙用。

The Shēn palace and Yǒu palace belong to metal, representing the severe and destructive energy of the Western White Star, the Metal Star. The metal star Wǔqū is located in the Shēn palace and tends to promote growth and nourishment, while the metal star Qíngyáng is placed in the Yǒu palace and specializes in causing destruction and conflict. With the assistance of Jùmén, Lùcún, and Tuóluó, the metal energy becomes even more intense and sharp. At this time, it is necessary to reverse the direction and restrain it, allowing benevolent stars to neutralize its harmful effects, which is considered a skillful application.

亥水屬文曲破軍之要地，乃文明清高之士，萬里派源之潔，如大川之澤不為焦枯。居於亥位將入天河，是故為妙。破軍水於子旺之鄉，如巨海之浪淜洶湧，可遠觀而不可近倚，破軍是以居焉。若四墓之克，充其瀰漫，必得武曲之金使其源流不絕方為妙矣。其餘諸星以身命推之，無施不可至玄至妙者矣。

The Hai Palace belongs to water, being the essential place for the Star of talent and eloquence (Wen Qu) and the Expenditure star and vanguard star (Po Jun), both of which are water stars. The person with this position is one of literary brilliance and noble character, like the pure source of a long river, and also like a great river or lake that nourishes without causing dryness. The water star is located in the Hai Palace, about to flow into the Milky Way, hence it is considered excellent. The Expenditure star and vanguard star is also a water star, situated in theZi Palace, which is the flourishing land of water. It is like the mighty waves of the sea, powerful and overwhelming, suitable only for distant observation rather than close approach. Therefore, the Expenditure star and vanguard star is at ease in the Zi Palace. If it is restrained by the earth of the Chen, Xu, Chou, or Wei, the water flow becomes blocked and floods, at which time the Wealth star and general star metal star is needed to generate water, ensuring the continuous flow of the source, which is considered excellent. The other stars should be placed in the body palace and the Life Palace according to this principle, and there is no place where this does not apply. The underlying principles are truly profound and mysterious.

命居生旺定富貴，各有所宜。身坐空亡論榮枯，專求其要。紫微帝座在南極不能施功，天府令星在南地專能為福。天機七殺同宮也善三分，太陰火鈴同位反成十惡。貪狼為善宿入廟不凶，巨門為惡曜得垣尤美。

When the Life Palace is located in the position of Growth or Prosperity, it can be determined that one will achieve wealth and honor, but each has its own suitable aspects. If the Body Palace is located in the position of Kongwang, then one should examine the entire life's fortunes and misfortunes from this position, focusing on its key aspects. Although The Emperor star is the imperial star, when it falls in the southernmost position, its effectiveness is limited. Treasury star and command star, being the command star of the Southern Dipper, when located in the southern position, is particularly beneficial. When Star of wisdom and adaptability and General star and star of severity are in the same palace, the malevolent nature of General star and star of severity can be reduced by a third, bringing out a more benevolent nature. When Wealth star and mother star is in the same palace as Malefic of violence and Hidden-fire malefic, a star that is originally gentle becomes extremely malevolent. Star of romance and desire, which is inherently both good and evil, does not become malevolent when it is in its proper position. Dark star and star of speech, which is originally an evil star, becomes exceptionally favorable when it is in a favorable position.

諸凶在緊要之鄉最宜制克，若在身命之位卻受孤單。若見殺星倒限最凶，福廕臨之庶幾可解。大抵在人之機變，更加作意之推詳。辨生剋制化以定窮通，看好惡正偏以言禍福。

When various malevolent stars fall into critical palace positions, the most appropriate approach is to use auspicious stars to control and transform them. If these malevolent stars fall into the Body Palace or Life Palace, the person will instead experience loneliness. If a malefic star is in a bad period, it is the most dangerous situation; at this time, having Star of blessings(Fortune Star) and Shelter star and longevity star(Protection Star) shining upon one can only barely alleviate the situation. In general, judging a person's fate depends on the practitioner's ability to adapt to the specific circumstances and carefully analyze the situation with intention. Distinguishing the generation, control, and transformation of the Five Phases is used to determine one's life of prosperity or hardship; recognizing the goodness, evil, correctness, or bias of the stars is used to predict fortune or misfortune.

官星居於福地近貴榮財，福星居於官宮卻成無用。身命得星為要，限度遇吉為榮。若言子媳有無，專在擎羊耗殺。逢之則害妻妾亦然。相貌逢凶必帶破相，疾厄逢忌定有尪羸。須言定數以求玄，更在同年之相合，總為綱領用作準繩。

The star of official rank falls into the palace of fortune virtue, enabling one to be close to noblemen and achieve honor and wealth; whereas the star of fortune virtue falls into the palace of official rank, it becomes useless. The body palace and the life palace should be occupied by good stars, and encountering auspicious stars during the years of life will bring honor and prosperity. If one wants to discuss the presence or absence of children, one should specifically look at stars like Qingyang and Pojun, which are harmful and destructive. If the appearance palace encounters malevolent stars, the person will certainly have a disfigured appearance; if the illness and injury palace encounters a transformed inauspicious star, the body will certainly be weak and prone to illness. One must first clarify the predetermined fate in the birth chart before proceeding to explore its subtleties, and also refer to the actual situations of people born in the same year for verification. All these points are the main principles of the entire book, serving as a standard for deduction.

白玉蟾先生曰：觀天斗數與五星不同，按此星辰與諸術大異。四正吉星定為貴，三方殺拱少為奇。對照兮詳凶詳吉，合照兮觀賤觀榮。吉星入垣則為吉，凶星失地則為凶。

Master Bai Yuchan said: The Purple Micro Star System differs from the "Five Stars" system of the Seven Stars and Four Excesses. The stars used in this system are quite different from those of other schools of numerology. The so-called "Four Pillars" refer to the four main positions: the Life Palace (Destiny Palace), its opposite palace, the wealth palace, and the official position palace. The so-called "Three Directions" refer to the two palaces of wealth and official position that form a triple harmony with the destiny palace. Within the four pillars, if there are auspicious stars, it can be judged as a noble destiny; if the three directions are dominated by malevolent stars, there will be few extraordinary benefits. The stars shining from the opposite palace should be carefully discerned as either malevolent or auspicious; the stars that meet in the triple harmony should reveal whether a person is of low status or honored. If auspicious stars fall in suitable palaces, auspicious outcomes will follow; if malevolent stars fall in weak positions, malevolent outcomes will follow.

命逢紫微非特壽而且榮，身遇殺星不但貧而且賤。左右會於紫府極品之尊，科權陷於凶鄉功名蹭蹬。行限逢乎弱地未必為災，立命會在強宮必能降福。

Those with the Purple Micro star in their Life Palace are not only long-lived but also achieve honor and prominence; those whose body palace encounters malevolent stars are not only poor but also of low status. When Left Assistant and Right Assistant stars join with Purple Micro and Treasury stars, it forms an exceptional and noble destiny; if the transformation of academic achievement and authority falls into a palace occupied by malevolent stars, the path to official success will be difficult and full of obstacles. When one's life period reaches a palace of weak power, it does not necessarily bring calamity; but if the Life Palace is located in a palace where the stars are strong and prosperous, it will surely bring blessings.

羊陀七殺限運莫逢，逢之定有刑傷。（劫空傷使在內合斷）天哭喪門流年莫遇，遇之實防破害。南斗主限必生男，北斗加臨先得女。科星居於陷地，燈火辛勤。昌曲在於凶鄉，林泉冷淡。

The stars Qingyang, Tuoluo, and Qishan should be avoided as much as possible during their periods, as encountering them is sure to bring about injuries and punishments. (The stars Dijiao, Dikong, Tianshang, and Tianshi can also be grouped together for interpretation.) The stars Tianku and Sangmen should be avoided in the flow of the current year; if encountered, one must be cautious of financial loss and harm. The Southern Dipper stars govern the destiny and are associated with the birth of sons, while the Northern Dipper stars indicate the birth of daughters. If Huake falls in an adverse position, scholars can only study alone by the light of a lamp and struggle to achieve success. If Wenqiang and Wenqu fall in areas where malevolent stars gather, one can only retreat to the mountains and forests, living a solitary and quiet life.

奸謀頻設，紫微愧遇破軍。淫奔大行，紅鸞差逢貪宿。命身相剋，則心亂而不閒。玄媼三宮，則邪淫而耽酒。（即天姚星）殺臨三位，定然妻子不和。巨到二宮，必是兄弟無義。

Frequently setting up cunning schemes indicates that the Emperor star is unfortunate to meet the Expenditure star, causing the Emperor star to be disgraced. Immoral and unrestrained behavior arises when the Hongluan spirit mistakenly encounters the Taohua star, the Star of Romance and Desire. When the Five Phases of the Life Palace and Body Palace are in mutual control, the person's mind becomes restless and unable to find peace. The Xuan'ao star, which is the Tianyao star, falling in the third house, the marriage house, leads the person to be lustful and addicted to alcohol. The Seven Killings star entering the third house, the marriage house, results in inevitable discord between wife and children. The Ji Men star falling in the second house, the brother house, causes brothers to lack affection and loyalty towards each other.

刑殺守子宮，子難奉老。諸凶照財帛，聚散無常。羊陀守疾厄，眼目昏盲。火鈴到遷移，長途寂寞。尊星列賤位，主人多勞。惡星應八宮，奴僕無助。官祿遇紫府，富而且貴。田宅遇破軍，先破後成。福德遇空劫，奔走無力。相貌加刑殺，刑剋難免。後學者執此推詳，萬無一失。

Heavenly punishment and the General star are in the children's palace, making it difficult to support parents until old age. A multitude of malefic stars illuminate the wealth palace, causing money to come and go unpredictably. The Malefic of injury and the Malefic of delay and entanglement are in the illness palace, leading to blurred vision or even blindness. The Malefic of violence and the Hidden-fire malefic fall into the movement palace, causing loneliness and isolation during long journeys. Noble stars occupying humble palace positions indicate a life filled with toil. Malefic stars in the servant palace mean servants and subordinates cannot provide assistance. The official position palace encountering the Emperor star and the Treasury star signifies both wealth and status. The property palace encountering the Expenditure star suggests initial destruction of family fortune followed by eventual success. The fortune virtue palace encountering the Void malefic and the Plunder malefic indicates constant effort with little result. The appearance palace combined with Heavenly punishment and the General star inevitably leads to injuries and harm. Those who study this should follow these principles to ensure accuracy.

諸星吉多逢凶也吉，諸星惡多逢吉也凶。星更纏度，數分定局。重在看星得垣受制，方可論人禍福窮通。大概以身命為禍福之柄，以根源為窮通之機。紫微在命輔弼同垣，其貴必矣，財印夾命日月夾財，其富何疑。

When there are more auspicious stars in a person's chart, even if some malevolent stars are present, the outcome is still favorable. Conversely, if there are more malevolent stars, even with some auspicious ones, the result remains adverse. Each star moves according to its own degree, and destiny is divided into fixed patterns based on these movements. The key is to determine whether each star is in a favorable position and strong, or if it is restrained by other stars, before judging a person's fortune or misfortune. Generally, the body Palace and Life Palace are the key to determining fortune and misfortune, while the birth year's heavenly stem and earthly branch serve as the key to determining wealth or poverty. If the Emperor star is in the Life Palace and is accompanied by Left Assistant and Right Assistant stars in the same palace, the person will certainly achieve high status. If the Wealth star (武曲) and the Seal star (天相), which represents the official seal, are flanking the Life Palace, and the Star of Brightness and Prestige (太阳) and the Wealth star and Mother star (太阴) are flanking the Wealth Palace, then the person's wealth is beyond doubt.

蔭福臨不怕凶沖，日月會不如合照。貪狼居子乃為泛水桃花，天刑遭貪必主風流刑杖。紫微坐命庫則曰金輿捧櫛輦，臨官安文曜號為衣錦惹天香。

The stars Tianliang (Shelter Star) and Tian Tong (Blessing Star) shining together will not fear the impact of malevolent stars; the stars Taiyang (Star of Brightness and Prestige) and Taiyin (Wealth and Mother Star) sharing the same palace are not as powerful as when they are supported by the Triple Harmony palace. Tanlang (Star of Romance and Desire) in the Zi palace is called "Fàn Shuǐ Táohuā" (Water-Flowing Peach Blossom), indicating a person who is lustful and unrestrained; when Tianxing (Star of Punishment) meets Tanlang, it is certain that the person will suffer punishment due to romantic affairs. When Ziwēi (Emperor Star) is located in the storage position of the Life Palace (Destiny Palace), it is called "Jinyu Pěng Zhì Niǎn" (Golden Carriage Carried by Attendants), indicating that the person is respected and honored by others with attendants carrying the carriage and combing the hair. When the Wen Chang (Star of Examinations and Documents) and Wen Qu (Star of Talent and Eloquence) are placed in the official position, it is called "Yī Jǐn Rě Tiān Xiāng" (Richly Clad and Attracting Heavenly Fragrance), indicating that the person achieves success and fame, with a reputation that is fragrant and esteemed.

太陰合文曲於妻宮翰林清異，太陽會文昌於官祿金殿傳臚。祿合守田財為爛穀堆金，財蔭居遷移為高商豪客。耗居敗地沿途丐求，貪會旺宮終身鼠竊。

The conjunction of Taiyin and Wenqu in the marriage palace indicates a person holds a prestigious and clean official position, such as that of a Hanlin scholar. The conjunction of Taiyang and Wenchang in the official career palace suggests a person achieves success by being called out in the golden hall and passing the imperial examination. Lucong and Hualu guarding the fields and wealth palace indicate a person has so much grain that it becomes moldy and so much gold that it piles up into mountains. Wuqu (wealth star) and Tianliang (protection star) residing in the movement palace indicate a person is a wealthy merchant who travels widely. Pojun (expenditure star) falling in a declining position indicates a person lives by begging along the way. Tanlang in a strong palace with no control or transformation indicates a person leads a life of petty theft and deceit.

殺居絕地生成三十二之顏回，日在旺宮可學八百年之彭祖。巨暗同垣於身命疾厄羸瘦其軀，凶星交會於相貌遷移傷刑其面。大耗會廉貞於官祿枷杻囚徒，官符會刑殺於遷移離鄉遠配。

The star of severity falls in the Extinction position of the Five Phases, and the lifespan is like Yan Hui, a disciple of Confucius, only thirty-two years. The star of brightness and prestige resides in its prosperous palace, then one can emulate Peng Zhu, who is said to have lived eight hundred years, and enjoy a long life. The dark star of Dark star and star of speech falling in the body palace, destiny palace, or illness palace causes the body to be weak and frail. Malevolent stars meeting in the appearance palace or migration palace will injure and harm the face. The star of great expenditure and Lianzhen meeting in the official position palace indicates being imprisoned and suffering from imprisonment. The star of official symbols, the star of punishment, and the star of severity meeting in the migration palace indicates leaving the homeland and being exiled far away.

七殺臨於陷地流年必見死亡，耗殺忌逢破軍火鈴嫌逢太歲。奏書博士並流祿以盡乎吉祥，力士將軍與青龍以顯其威福。童子限弱水上浮漚，老人限衰風中燃燭。遇殺必驚，流年最緊。人生發達限元最怕浮沉，一世迍邅命限逢乎駁雜。論而至此允矣玄微。

When the Seven Killers star falls into a weak position, encountering this in the current year's fortune is sure to bring about death. The Expenditure star, which is the most harmful, should be avoided when it combines with other malefic stars. The Malefic of Violence and the Hidden-fire malefic are most undesirable when they meet the current year's sovereign star. If the stars of the petition and the scholar appear together with the current year's Wealth-salary star, it is a sign of good fortune. When the warriors and generals appear together with the Azure Dragon, it shows power and blessings. For a child's fate, if the limit is weak, it is like foam on water; for an elderly person's fate, if the limit is weak, it is like a candle in the wind. Encountering malefic stars will cause fear, and the current year's fortune is especially important. Whether a person can rise in life is most feared when their fate begins with fluctuation; a lifetime of hardship is due to a mixed pattern of good and bad in their fate. Reaching this level of understanding, it can indeed be said that one has truly grasped the profound and subtle aspects.

前後兩凶神為兩鄰，加會尚可撐持，同室與謀最難堤防。片火焚天馬，重羊逐祿存。劫空親戚無常，權祿行藏靡定。君子哉魁鉞，小人哉羊鈴。凶不皆凶，吉無純吉。

The two evil stars in front and behind the Life Palace are like having two wicked neighbors on either side; if they only come from the three directions, it is still manageable. But once they share the same palace and conspire in the same matter, it becomes very hard to guard against. A single Malefic of violence can destroy the Star of movement, and two Malefic of injury can drive away the Wealth-salary star. The Plunder malefic and Void malefic cause the coming and going of relatives to be unpredictable; the Hua Quan and Hua Lu make a person's movements and actions uncertain. The Yang Benefactor and Yin Benefactor support people like gentlemen, while the Malefic of injury and Hidden-fire malefic secretly harm people like villains. Not all evil stars are entirely harmful, and not all good stars are completely beneficial.

主強賓弱可保無虞，主弱賓強凶危立見。主賓得失兩相宜，運限命身當互見。身命最嫌羊陀七殺，遇之未免為凶。二限甚忌貪破巨廉，逢之定然作禍。

If the main stars are strong and the guest stars are weak, safety and peace can be maintained. However, if the main stars are weak and the guest stars are strong, danger will come immediately. The gains and losses of the main and guest stars should be balanced against each other. The great and small limits, along with the Life Palace and Body Palace, should also be considered together. The Life Palace and Body Palace should particularly avoid the stars Malefic of injury, Malefic of delay and entanglement, and General star and star of severity, as encountering them is sure to bring misfortune. The great and small limits should especially avoid the stars Star of romance and desire, Expenditure star and vanguard star, Dark star and star of speech, and Lian Zhen, as encountering them will certainly lead to calamity.

命運魁昌常得貴，限逢紫府定財多。凡觀女人之命，先觀夫子二宮。若值殺星定三嫁而心不足，或逢羊孛雖啼哭而淚不幹。若觀男命始以福財為主，再審遷移何如。二限相因，吉凶同斷。

When looking at a person's destiny, first examine the marriage palace and children palace for women. If these two palaces are occupied by malevolent stars, even after three remarriages, she will still not find contentment. If there are stars like Qingyang and Bo, she will cry every day, but her tears will never dry. For men, first look at the fortune virtue palace and wealth palace, then examine the migration palace. The great limit and small limit are interrelated and influence each other; good and bad fortune must be considered together for a judgment.

限逢吉曜平生活動和諧，命坐凶鄉一世求謀齟齬。廉祿臨身女得純陰貞潔之德，同梁守命男得陽純中正之心。君子命中亦有羊陀火鈴，小人命內豈無科祿權星。要看得垣失垣，專論入廟失廟。若論小兒，詳推童限。小兒命坐凶鄉，二五歲必然夭折，更有限逢惡殺，五七歲必主災亡。

When a person's life limit meets auspicious stars, their whole life will be smooth and harmonious; if their Life Palace is located in a place where malefic star gather, they will never achieve their goals in their endeavors. If Lianzhen Hua Lu (transformed wealth) is located in the Life Palace, women will possess the virtue of pure yin and chastity; if Star of Blessings and Shelter Star guard the Life Palace, men will have the virtue of pure yang and uprightness. Virtuous people's destiny will also have Malefic of injury, Malefic of delay and entanglement, Malefic of violence, and Hidden-fire malefic; can wicked people's destiny not have Hua Ke (transformed merit), Hua Lu (transformed wealth), and Hua Quan (transformed power)? The key is to see whether the stars are in their proper position or not, and to focus on whether they are in their temple or not. If we are to discuss the fate of a child, we must carefully calculate the childhood limits. If the child's Life Palace is located in a place of malefic star, they will certainly die before the age of two or five; if their limit and destiny meet evil Sha star again, they will certainly face disaster or death at the age of five or seven.

文昌文曲天魁秀，不讀詩書也可人。多學少成只為擎羊逢劫殺，為人好訟蓋因太歲遇官符。命之理微熟察星辰之變化，數之理遠細詳格局之興衰。北極加凶殺為道為僧，羊陀遇惡星為奴為僕。如武破廉貪固深謀而貴顯，加羊陀空劫反小志以孤寒。

One's destiny includes the stars of Wen Chang, Wen Qu, and Tian Kui, which are refined stars. Even without reading poetry and books, one is likable. One may learn much but achieve little, because Qing Yang meets Di Jie and evil stars. One tends to be involved in lawsuits, mostly because the flowing year's Tai Sui meets Guanfu star. The subtleties of destiny require careful observation of the changes of stars; the depth of numbers requires detailed analysis of the rise and fall of patterns. The Emperor star (Zi Wei) combined with Inauspicious Sha leads one to become a monk or a Taoist. If Malefic of injury and Malefic of delay and entanglement meet evil stars, one becomes a servant. Stars like Wealth star and general star, Expenditure star and vanguard star, Lian Zhen, and Star of romance and desire originally indicate a person skilled in strategy and prominent; but once combined with Malefic of injury, Malefic of delay and entanglement, Void malefic, and Plunder malefic, they result in shallow ambitions and a lonely, humble life.

限輔星旺限雖弱而不弱，命臨吉地命雖凶而不凶。斷橋截路大小難行，卯酉二空聰明發福。命身遇紫府迭積金銀，二主逢劫空衣食不足。謀而不遂，命限遇入擎羊，東作西成，限身遭逢輔相。

Within the limits of one's life, the auxiliary stars are strong, so even though the limit itself is weak, it is not considered weak. If the destiny palace falls in a favorable place, even if there are ominous signs in the chart, it is not considered ominous. Encountering the broken bridge evil star and the stars of blockage and void, both the major and minor limits find it difficult to progress smoothly. However, the double voids in the Mao and You Palace actually bring intelligence and good fortune. When the destiny palace and body palace meet the Emperor star and Treasury star, wealth accumulates layer by layer. But when the destiny ruler and body ruler meet the plunder malefic and void malefic, even basic necessities like clothing and food are insufficient. Failures in plans are due to the destiny palace and limits encountering the malefic of injury. Initiating actions in the east but achieving success in the west is because the limits and body palace meet auxiliary auspicious stars like Left Auxiliary and Seal star.

科權祿拱，定為扳桂之高人，空劫羊鈴，作九流之術士。情懷暢舒昌曲命身，詭詐浮虛羊陀陷地。天機天梁擎羊會，早有刑而晚見孤。貪狼武曲廉貞逢，少受貧而後享福。此皆斗數之奧妙，學者宜熟思之。

If the three auspicious transformations, Huakē, Huaquan, and Hualus, illuminate the Life Palace, the person is certainly a highly accomplished individual who can achieve great success. However, if the void malefic, the plunder malefic, and the malefic of injury are gathered together, the person can only be a low-ranking practitioner. Those with a cheerful and open mind have the stars of examinations and documents, and the stars of talent and eloquence residing in their Life Palace and Body Palace. Those who are deceitful and insincere have the malefic of injury and the malefic of delay and entanglement in adverse positions. When the star of wisdom and adaptability, the shelter star, and the malefic of injury meet, there will be injuries in early years and loneliness in old age. When the star of romance and desire, the wealth star, and the star of integrity meet, there will be some poverty in youth, but later they will enjoy prosperity. All these are the profound mysteries of the star chart system. Scholars should reflect and contemplate them repeatedly.

答曰：紫微屬土，乃中天之尊星為帝座，主掌造化樞機，人生主宰。仗五行育萬物，以人命為之立定數。安星纏各根所司，處年數常掌爵祿。諸宮降福能消百惡。須看三臺，蓋紫微守命是中臺，前一位是上臺，後一位是下臺。俱看在廟旺之鄉否，有何吉凶之守照。如廟旺化吉甚妙，陷又化凶甚凶。吉限不為美，凶限則凶也。

The Emperor star belongs to the Five Phases of Earth, and is the exalted star in the middle heavens, residing in the position of the Emperor's throne. It governs the fundamental mechanisms of the creation and transformation of heaven and earth, and is the master of a person's entire life. It nurtures all things through the energies of the Five Phases, and according to a person's birth time, it determines their destiny. When placing the stars, each star takes its position according to its own degree, fulfilling its respective duties. In the flow of years, the Emperor star often governs titles and salaries, and when it falls into any of the twelve palaces, it can bring blessings and dispel various malevolent stars. When examining the Emperor star, one should also consider the 'Three Ranks': the palace guarded by the Emperor star is considered the Middle Rank, the palace before the Emperor star's palace is the Upper Rank, and the palace after is the Lower Rank. These three palaces should be checked to see if they are in a flourishing or declining position, and which auspicious or inauspicious stars are accompanying them. If the Emperor star is in a flourishing position and encounters auspicious transformations, it is extremely favorable; if it is in a declining position and encounters inauspicious transformations, it is extremely unfavorable. In such cases, even if one is in a favorable period, it is not considered very good, and if one is in an unfavorable period, it becomes even worse.

人之身命若值祿存同宮，日月三合相照，貴不可言。無輔弼同行則為孤君，雖美玉不足。更與諸殺同宮，或諸凶合照，君子在野，小人在位。主人奸詐假善，平生惡積。與囚同居，無左右相佐，定為胥吏。

If a person's natal palace and Life Palace contain the Emperor star (紫微) and the Wealth-salary star (禄存) together, and also receive the Star of brightness and prestige (太阳) and the Wealth star and mother star (太阴) from the Triple Harmony palace, their nobility is beyond description. However, if the Emperor star lacks the Auxiliary auspicious stars (Zuo Fu and You Bi) to support it, it becomes a 'solitary king,' and even if it is a fine jade, it will still have a flaw. If furthermore it shares the palace with many malevolent stars or is illuminated by many malevolent stars, it becomes a situation where a virtuous person is abandoned in the wilderness while wicked people occupy high positions: such people are cunning and pretend to be good, accumulating evil throughout their lives. If the Emperor star shares the palace with Lian Zhen (which transforms into imprisonment), and there are no Auxiliary auspicious star and Auxiliary auspicious star to assist, it is destined to be merely a low-ranking official in an administrative office.

如落疾厄、兄弟、奴僕、相貌、四陷宮，主人勞碌作事無成，雖得助亦不為福。更宜詳細宮度，應究星纏之論。若居官祿身命，三宮最要左右守衛。天相祿馬交馳，不落空亡，更坐生鄉，可為貴論。

If the Purple Emperor star falls in the sectors of illness, siblings, servants, or appearance, the person will be hardworking throughout their life but find it difficult to achieve success. Even if they receive help, it is not considered good fortune. In such cases, one should carefully calculate the degree of the sectors and deeply study the movement of the stars. If the Purple Emperor star is in the official position, body position, or destiny position, the most important thing is to have Left Assistant and Right Assistant stars guarding it. If the Emperor star is also present, and there is either Wealth-salary star or transformed wealth along with the Star of Movement, and it does not fall into Kongwang, but is located in the long life position of the Five Phases, then it can be considered a noble destiny.

如魁鉞三臺星會吉星，則三臺八座矣。帝會文昌拱照，又得美限扶，必文選之職。帝降七殺為權，有吉同位，則帝相有氣。諸吉咸集，作武官之職。財帛田宅有左右守衛，又與武曲太陰同度，不見惡星，必為財賦之官。更與武曲祿存同宮，身命中尤為奇特。

If the stars Tian Kuai, Tian Yue, and San Tai are joined by other auspicious stars, they form the noble configuration known as "San Tai Ba Zuo." When the Emperor star Zǐwēi meets and shines upon the Wen Chang star and illuminates the Life Palace, and is supported by favorable periods and destinies, one is destined to hold an official position in the selection and appointment of civil officials. The Emperor star Zǐwēi can subdue the general star Qi Sha and transform its power into authority; if further aided by auspicious stars, the Emperor star and the ministering stars will possess life qi. When numerous auspicious stars gather together, one can hold a military position. If the fields of wealth and property are guarded by Left Fu and Right Bi, and also share the same degree with Wu Qu and Tai Yin, without the presence of malevolent stars, one is certainly an official in charge of money, grain, taxes, and levies. If further joined by Wu Qu and Lu Cun in the same palace, located in the body palace or the Life Palace, the configuration becomes exceptionally unique and outstanding.

男女宮得祥佐吉星，主生貴子。若獨守無相佐，則子息孤單。妻宮會吉，得貴美夫婦諧老，亦要無破殺。遷移雖是強宮，更要相佐，有吉星照命，則因人之貴。福德在男為陷地，女為廟樂，逢吉則吉，逢凶則凶。

The Emperor star in the Children's palace indicates that if it is supported by auspicious stars, it will result in the birth of a noble child; however, if it is alone without any supporting stars, the children will be few. When the Emperor star is in the Marriage palace and combines with auspicious stars, it will lead to a wealthy and beautiful spouse, with a harmonious and long-lasting marriage, but this also requires that no malevolent stars interfere. Although the Migration palace is a strong position for the Emperor star, it still needs supporting stars; if auspicious stars illuminate the Life Palace, one can achieve prominence by relying on others. The Emperor star in the Fortune Virtue palace is a disadvantageous position for men but a flourishing position for women. When auspicious stars are present, it brings good fortune; when malevolent stars are present, it brings misfortune.

希夷先生曰：紫微為帝座，在諸宮能降福消災，解諸星之惡虛。能制火鈴為善，能降七殺為權。若得府相左右昌曲吉集，無有不貴。不然亦主鉅富。縱有四殺沖破亦作中局。

Master Xiyi, Chen Tuan, said: The Purple Micro star is the Emperor star, located in any palace, it can bring blessings and eliminate disasters, neutralizing the malevolent effects of other stars. It can subdue the Mars and Bell stars, transforming them into beneficial forces, and can subdue the Seven Killers, turning them into authority. If one can receive the auspicious stars of Treasury, Seal, Left Auxiliary, Right Auxiliary, Examination, and Talent, all together, there is no failure in achieving high status; even if one does not achieve high status, it indicates great wealth. Even if the four malefic stars of Qingshang, Tuoluo, Mars, and Bell stars come to break the pattern, it is still considered a medium-level configuration.

若遇破軍辰戌丑未，主為臣不忠，為子不孝之論。女命逢之作貴婦斷。加殺沖破，亦作平常不為下賤。

If the Emperor star is in the Chen, Xu, Chou, or Wei palace and meets the Expenditure star, it indicates a person who is unfaithful as a subject or disrespectful as a son. For a woman's chart, if the Emperor star is present, she can be judged as a noble wife; even if there are evil stars conflicting and breaking through, it only signifies an ordinary fate, without descending to a lowly status.

歌曰：紫微原屬土，官祿宮主星，有相為有用，無相為孤君，諸宮皆降福，逢凶福自申，文昌發科甲，文曲受皇恩，僧道有師號，快樂度春秋，吉星皆拱照，為吏協公平。

The song says: The Purple Emperor star belongs to the Five Phases of Earth by nature, and it is the main star of the official destiny palace. With the assistance of stars like Tian Xiang, it can exert its power; without such an auxiliary star, it becomes a lonely emperor. It can bring blessings to all twelve palaces, and even when encountering malevolent stars, its fortune will still manifest. When the Purple Emperor meets the Star of Examinations and Documents, one can attain academic success and official rank; when it meets the Star of Talent and Eloquence, one can receive imperial favor. Monks who possess this star may be granted a title by the emperor and live happily year after year. If many auspicious stars converge, even serving as a minor official, one can perform duties justly and competently.

女人會帝座，遇吉事貴人，若與桃花會，飄蕩落風塵，擎羊火鈴聚，鼠竊狗偷群，三方有吉拱，方作貴人評，若還無輔弼，諸惡共飲凌，帝為無道主，考究要知因，二限若遇帝，喜氣自然新。

A woman's destiny may reach the Purple Micro Emperor Star, and if she meets auspicious stars, she can serve noblemen and enjoy high status. But if she meets the Taohua star, she may instead drift into a life of hardship and fall into the entertainment industry. If the Malefic of Injury, the Malefic of Violence, and the Hidden-fire Malefic gather together, she becomes part of a group engaged in dishonest activities. Only when three directions have auspicious stars supporting her can she be considered a nobleman. If there are no Left Auxiliary or Right Auxiliary stars to assist, the evil stars will together oppress the Emperor Star, and the Purple Micro becomes a tyrannical ruler. Those who study divination must clearly understand the reasons behind this. When the major and minor life periods reach the Purple Micro, natural happiness will be renewed.

玉蟾先生曰：紫微乃中天星主，為眾星之樞紐，為造化也。大抵為人命之主宰，掌五行育萬物，各有所司。以左輔右弼為相，以天相昌曲為從，以魁鉞為傳令，以日月為分司，以祿馬為掌爵之司，以天府為帑藏之主，身命逢之，不勝其吉。

Master Yu Chán said: The Purple Micro is the master of all the stars in the sky, the central hub that governs the movement of all stars, and oversees creation and transformation. It is generally the master of human destiny, controlling the Five Phases and nurturing all things. Each star has its own duty: Left Assistant and Right Assistant serve as ministers, Tian Xiang, Wen Chang, and Wen Qu serve as attendants, Tian Kui and Tian Yue act as messengers conveying orders, Sun and Tai Yin are subordinate officials in charge of different areas, Lu Cun and Tian Ma manage the offices of titles and salaries, and Tian Fu is the chief official in charge of treasury and wealth. When the body palace or the destiny palace meets Purple Micro, the auspiciousness is beyond description.

如遇四殺（羊陀火鈴）、劫空沖破，定是僧道。此星在命，為人厚重，面紫色，專作吉斷。

But if one encounters the four malefics, which are the original annotations referring to Qingyang, Tuoluo, Huoxing, and Lingxing, and these are further broken by Di Jiao and Di Kong, then it is destined to become a monk or a Taoist priest. Those with Zhimi sitting in the Life Palace are people who are sincere, steady, and have a purple complexion. Overall, the interpretation should be favorable.

答曰：天機屬木，南斗第三益算之善星也。後化氣曰善，又得地合之行事，解諸星之順逆。定數於人命，逢諸吉咸集，則萬事皆善。勤於禮佛，敬乎六親，利於林泉，宜於僧道。

The Star of Wisdom and Adaptability belongs to the Wood element and is the third star of the Southern Dipper. It adds longevity to a person and is a benevolent star. Later, it transforms into the concept of "goodness" and can act appropriately by taking advantage of favorable conditions, thus neutralizing the positive or negative influences of other stars. In a person's destiny chart, it determines their fate: if it is accompanied by many auspicious stars, then everything in life will be good. Such people are diligent in worshipping the Buddha, respect the Six Relations, are suitable for living in seclusion among mountains and springs, and are also suitable to become monks or Taoist priests.

無惡虐不仁之心，有靈機應變之志。淵魚察見，作事有方。女命遇之為福，逢吉為吉，遇凶為凶。或守於身，更逢天梁，必有高藝隨身。習者宜詳玩之。

Those with the Star of Wisdom and Adaptability in their natal chart do not harbor thoughts of cruelty, wickedness, unkindness, or injustice. Instead, they possess a flexible and resourceful mind. They observe matters with clarity, as if seeing fish swimming in a deep abyss. They act with order and method. For a woman's chart, encountering the Star of Wisdom and Adaptability is a blessing. If it joins with auspicious stars, it brings good fortune; if it joins with malevolent stars, it brings misfortune. If the Star of Wisdom and Adaptability is located in the Body Palace and also meets the Shelter Star and Longevity Star, the person is sure to possess a highly skilled craft. Those studying divination should carefully contemplate this point.

希夷先生曰：天機益壽之星，若守身命，主人異常。與天梁、左右、昌曲交會，文為清顯，武為忠良。若居陷地，四殺沖破，是為下局，當為僧道之清閒。

Master Xiyi said: The Star of Wisdom and Adaptability is a star that can increase longevity. If it is located in the body palace or the Life Palace, the person's talent and nature differ from ordinary people. When it combines with Tianliang, Zuo Fu, You Bi, Wen Chang, and Wen Qu, if it is in the literary aspect, the person will be distinguished and achieve success; if in the military aspect, the person will be loyal and virtuous. However, if it is in a declining position and is attacked by the four malefics: Qingyang, Tuoluo, Huoxing, and Lingxing, then it is a low-ranking configuration, suitable only for a quiet life as a monk or hermit.

凡入二限逢之，興家創業更改。女人吉星拱照，主旺夫益子。有權祿則為貴婦。落局羊陀火忌沖破，主下賤殘疾刑剋。

Whenever the Great Limit or Small Limit reaches the Star of Wisdom and Adaptability, there are often matters of establishing a family and business, or changes and transformations. For a woman's chart, if the Star of Wisdom and Adaptability is supported by auspicious stars, it indicates a prosperous marriage and benefit to children. If it also has the influence of authority and wealth, she will become a noble lady. However, if it falls into a weak position and is disrupted by the Malefic of Injury, the Malefic of Delay and Entanglement, the Malefic of Violence, or the Malefic of Misfortune, it indicates a low social status, physical disability, and suffering from injuries and conflicts.

歌曰：天機兄弟主，南斗正曜星，作事有操略，稟性最高明，所為最好尚，亦可作群英，會吉主享福，入格居翰林，巨門同一位，武職壓邊庭，亦要權逢殺，方可立功名。

The song says: The Star of Wisdom and Adaptability is the main star of the brothers' palace, belonging to the main bright star of the Southern Dipper. Such people are strategic and skillful in their actions, naturally extremely intelligent and lofty-minded, and their deeds are inclined towards elegance. They can stand out among others. When the Star of Wisdom and Adaptability combines with auspicious stars, it signifies a life of happiness and blessings. If it combines with noble patterns, one may enter the Hanlin Academy. When the Star of Wisdom and Adaptability is in the same palace as the Dark Star and Star of Speech, one can hold a military position and command respect at the borders. However, it also requires the combination with the authority star and malevolent stars to achieve fame and success.

天梁星同位，定作道與僧，女人若逢此，性巧必淫奔，天同與昌曲，聚拱主華榮，辰戌子午地，入廟有功名，若在寅卯位，四殺並破軍，羊陀及火鈴，若與諸殺會，災患有虛驚，武暗廉破會，兩目少光明，二限臨此宿，事必有變更。

The Star of Wisdom and Adaptability and the Shelter Star are in the same palace, indicating that this person is likely to become a monk or a Taoist priest. For a woman, if the Star of Wisdom and Adaptability appears in her destiny, although her nature is clever and quick-witted, she may easily run away and lose her virtue. When the Star of Wisdom and Adaptability is joined by the Star of Blessings, the Star of Examinations and Documents, and the Star of Talent and Eloquence, the person will have great prestige and prosperity. If the Star of Wisdom and Adaptability is in the palace of Chen, Xu, Zi, or Wu, it is in its prime and can bring fame and official rank. However, if it is in the palace of Yin or Mao and is joined by the four malefics along with the Expenditure Star, namely the Malefic of Injury, the Malefic of Delay and Entanglement, the Malefic of Violence, and the Hidden-Fire Malefic, there will be troubles and disturbances, but mostly they will be just worries without real harm. When the Star of Wisdom and Adaptability is joined by the Wealth Star, the Dark Star, the Star of Speech, and the Stars of Lian Zhen and Expenditure star and vanguard star, the person may suffer from poor eyesight. When the great and small limits reach the Star of Wisdom and Adaptability, there will certainly be changes in affairs.

玉蟾先生曰：天機南斗善星，故化氣曰善。佐帝令以行事，解諸凶之逆節。定數於人命之中，若逢吉聚則為富貴，若逢沖殺亦必好善。孝義六親，勤於禮佛，無不仁不義之為，有靈通變達之志。女命逢之，多主福壽。其在廟旺有力，陷地無力。

The Master Yu Chán said: Tian Ji is a benevolent star of the Southern Dipper, so its transformed energy is called "benevolence." It assists the Emperor star Zǐwēi in issuing commands and handling affairs, resolving the rebelliousness of various malevolent stars. In a person's destiny chart, it determines their fate: if it meets auspicious stars, it indicates wealth and honor; even if it encounters malevolent stars causing clashes and control, the person will still be benevolent and upright. Such people are filial to their six relations and loyal, diligent in worshipping Buddha, and free from any unkind or unrighteous deeds. They have a spirit of adaptability and versatility. For women, encountering Tian Ji often indicates good fortune and longevity. Tian Ji is strong when it is in a favorable or flourishing position, but weak when it falls into a declining or unfavorable position.

答曰：太陽星屬火，日之精也。乃造化之表儀，在數主人有貴氣，能為文為武。諸吉集則降禎祥，處黑星則勞心費力。若隨身命之中，居於廟樂之地，為數中之至曜，乃官祿之樞機。後化貴化祿，最宜在官祿宮。男作父星，女為夫主。命逢諸吉守照，更得太陰同照，富貴全美。

The Sun Star belongs to the Fire element and is the essence condensed from the Sun. It is the external manifestation of the creation of heaven and earth, and in the system of star divination, it signifies a noble and dignified aura, capable of both literary and military achievements. When gathered with other auspicious stars, it brings good omens; however, when placed among dark and malevolent stars, it causes one to exert great mental effort. If the Sun Star is located in the temple or flourishing position along with the native's Life Palace (Life Palace) and Body Palace (Body Palace), it becomes the most esteemed star in the system, serving as the key to official positions and honor. Later, it transforms into wealth and honor, and is most suitable when placed in the official position palace. In a male's chart, it represents the father, while in a female's chart, it represents the husband. If the native's Life Palace is guarded by many auspicious stars along with the Sun Star, and further supported by the Too Yin Star, both wealth and status are fully attained.

若身居之，逢吉聚，則可在貴人門下客，否則公卿走卒。夫妻亦為強宮，男為諸吉聚，可因妻得貴。陷地加殺，傷妻不吉。男女宮得八座，加吉星在廟旺地，主生貴子，權柄不小。

If the Star of Brightness and Prestige falls in the body palace, and meets auspicious stars, one can serve as a guest under the patronage of a nobleman; otherwise, one may only be a servant running errands for officials. The marriage palace is also a strong palace for the Star of Brightness and Prestige: for a man's marriage palace with many auspicious stars gathered, he can gain prestige through his wife; but if the Star of Brightness and Prestige is in a weakened position and combined with malevolent stars, it will harm the wife, which is not a good omen. If the children palace has the Eight Seats star, and is further combined with auspicious stars and located in a flourishing position, it indicates the birth of a noble son, who will hold great power in the future.

若財帛宮於旺地，會吉相助，不怕巨門纏，其富貴綿遠矣！若旺相無空劫，一生主富。居田宅，得祖父蔭澤。若左右諸吉星皆至，大小二限俱到，必有驟興之喜。若限不扶，不可以三合論議，恐應小差。

If the Sun is in the Wealth and Property palace and is in a prosperous and strong position, with auspicious stars assisting, it is not afraid of the Dark Star (Ji Men) causing trouble, and wealth and honor can be long-lasting. If the Sun is prosperous and strong without the Void Malefic (Di Kong) or Plunder Malefic (Di Jie), it indicates a life of wealth. If the Sun is in the Field and Residence palace, it can benefit from the blessings of ancestors and fathers. If auxiliary auspicious stars like Left Assistant (Zuo Fu) and Right Assistant (You Bi) are all present, and both the great limit and small limit are simultaneously active, there will certainly be sudden good fortune. If the limit and fortune do not support, one cannot rely solely on the convergence of three directions for judgment, as there may be deviations in the outcome.

女命逢之，限旺亦可共享。與鈴刑忌集限，目下有憂，或生克父母。刑殺聚限，有傷官之憂，常人有官非之撓。與羊陀聚則有疾病，與火鈴合其苦楚不少。推而至此，禍福瞭然。

For a female's destiny, encountering the Star of Brightness and Prestige (Sun) can share blessings when her fortune is strong. However, if the Hidden-Fire Malefic (Bell Star), Star of Punishment, and the transformed inauspiciousness (化忌) gather in the same limit, there will be current troubles or conflicts with parents. If the Star of Punishment and the General Star (Seven Killers) appear together in the limit, officials may face losing their positions or suffering losses, while ordinary people may encounter legal troubles. If the Star of Brightness and the Malefic of Injury (Qing Yang) and the Malefic of Delay and Entanglement (Tuo Luo) are together, illness is likely; if it joins with the Malefic of Violence (Fire Star) and the Hidden-Fire Malefic (Bell Star), suffering is also considerable. Thus, the fortune and misfortune become clear at a glance.

遷移宮其福與身命不同，難招祖業，移根換葉，出祖為家。限步逢之，決要動移。女命逢之不吉，若福德宮有相佐，招賢明之夫。父母宮男子單作父星，有輝則吉，無輝克父。

The Star of Brightness and Prestige falling in the Migration Palace differs from when it falls in the Body Palace or Life Palace: such people find it difficult to inherit family property, often needing to move away from their original family and establish a new household. When this period arrives, there will certainly be matters involving movement. For a female's chart, the Star of Brightness and Prestige falling in the Migration Palace is unfavorable; however, if the Fortune Virtue Palace is supported by auspicious stars, she may marry a wise and virtuous husband. The Star of Brightness and Prestige falling in the Parents Palace represents the father in a male's chart: if the star has brightness, it is favorable; if not, it indicates a negative influence on the father.

希夷先生曰：太陽星周天歷度輸轉無窮。喜輔弼而佐君象，以祿存而助福。所忌者，巨暗遭逢。所樂者，太陰相旺。諸宮會吉則吉，黑道遇之則勞。守人身命，主人忠鯁，不較是非。

Master Xiyi said: The Star of Brightness and Prestige moves around the celestial sphere, its degrees constantly turning without end. It favors the Auxiliary Auspicious Stars, Left and Right, to form the appearance of assisting the sovereign, and favors the Wealth-Salary Star to enhance blessings. It is to be avoided when encountering the Dark Star, the Star of Speech, and it is favorable when it shares the prosperous and strong condition with the Wealth Star and Mother Star. When the Star of Brightness and Prestige combines with auspicious stars in various palaces, it brings good fortune; when it reaches the dark Black Path position, it indicates toil and hardship. If it resides in a person's body palace or destiny palace, the person is loyal and straightforward, not quarrelsome about right and wrong.

若居廟旺，化祿化權，允為貴論。若得左右、昌曲、魁鉺三合拱照財官二宮，富貴極品。加四殺，亦主飽暖，僧道有師號。女人廟旺，主旺夫益子，加權祿封贈，加殺主平常。

If the Sun is in its exalted position and also forms a beneficial transformation of wealth and authority, it can indeed be judged as a noble destiny. If it is further supported by Left Auxiliary and Right Auxiliary stars, the Star of Examinations and Documents, the Star of Talent and Eloquence, the Yang Benefactor, and the Yin Benefactor, all converging from the Triple Harmony direction to illuminate the wealth and officialdom sectors, it is the supreme level of wealth and honor. Even if combined with the four malevolent stars, it still ensures sufficient food and clothing; for a person who has left home for religious life, they can attain the title of a master. For a woman's chart, if the Sun is in its exalted position, it signifies a prosperous husband and beneficial children; if it also forms a transformation of authority and wealth, she may receive imperial honors; but if malevolent stars are added, it becomes an ordinary destiny.

歌曰：太陽原屬火，正主官祿星，若居身命位，稟性最聰明，慈愛量寬大，福壽享遐齡，若與太陰會，驟發貴無倫，有輝照身命，平步入金門，巨門不相犯，升殿承君恩。

The song says: The Sun Star belongs to the Fire element by nature, and it is the star that governs official rank. If it is located in the body palace or the destiny palace, a person's innate intelligence is extremely sharp, he is kind and has a broad mind, and can enjoy blessings and a long life. If the Sun Star combines with the Taiyin Star, there will be sudden success and great prestige. If the Sun Star shines brightly upon the body palace and destiny palace, a person can rise smoothly to official positions. As long as the Jumen Star does not interfere, he can enter the palace, receive the favor of the sovereign.

偏垣逢暗度，貧賤不可言，男人必克父，女命夫不全，火鈴逢若定，羊陀眼目昏，二限若值此，必定賣田園。

If the Sun is placed in a skewed and improper palace and moves to a dark degree, the poverty and low status are beyond measure. For a man, it will certainly cause the father's death; for a woman, her husband will be hard to keep. If it meets with the Mars or the Hidden-fire malefic, misfortune becomes certain. If it meets with the Malefic of injury or the Malefic of delay and entanglement, the eyes will become dim and unclear. If the great and small limits arrive at such a Sun, it will certainly lead to the sale of fields and homes.

玉蟾先生曰：太陽司權貴為文，遇天刑為武。在寅卯為初升，在辰巳為升殿。在午為日麗中天，主大富貴。在未申為偏垣，作事先勤後惰。在酉為西沒，貴而不顯，秀而不實。在戌亥子為失輝，更逢巨暗一生勞碌貧忙。更主眼目有傷，與人寡合招非。

Master Yu Chan said: The Sun Star governs nobility and prestige. If it is associated with literature, it brings fame in the literary field. If it meets the Star of Punishment, it shifts to military positions. The Sun Star in the Yin and Mao Palace signifies the rising sun; in the Chen and Si Palace, it represents ascending to the hall of power; in the Wu Palace, it is "the sun shining at noon," indicating great wealth and honor; in the Wei and Shen Palace, it is in a biased position, leading to initial diligence followed by laziness; in the You Palace, it is the setting sun, indicating although noble, it is not prominent, with talent but no results; in the Xu, Hai, and Zi Palace, it loses its brilliance. If it also meets the Dark Star, it leads to a life of toil and poverty, and also indicates eye injuries, difficulty in getting along with others, and causing trouble.

女命逢之，夫星不美，遇耗則非禮成婚。若與祿存同宮，雖主財帛，亦辛苦不閒。若與左右同宮則為貴論。又嫌火鈴、刑忌，未免先克其父。此星男得之為父星，女得之為夫星。

For a female's chart, if the Sun is in a dimmed state, it indicates the star representing the husband is not auspicious. If this is further combined with the star of expenditure and vanguard, the marriage will take place in an improper manner. When the Sun is in the same palace as the wealth-salary star, although it suggests wealth, it still brings hardship and no peace. If the Sun is in the same palace as left auxiliary and right auxiliary stars, it can be judged as a noble destiny. The Sun is also unfavorable when combined with the malefic of violence, hidden-fire malefic, star of punishment, and transformed evil. If these occur, it is likely that the father will be harmed first. This star represents the father for a male's chart and the husband for a female's chart.

答曰：武曲北斗第六星，屬金，乃財帛宮主。與天府同宮有壽，其施權於十二宮分，其臨地有廟、旺、陷宮。主於人，性剛果決，有喜有怒，可福可災。若陷囚會於震宮，必為破主淹留之舉。與祿馬交馳，發財於遠郡。若貪狼同度，慳吝之人。破軍同財鄉，財到手而成空。諸凶聚而作禍，吉集以成祥。

The answer says: Wuqu is the sixth star of the Big Dipper, belonging to the Metal element, and it is the main star of the Wealth Palace. It shares the palace with Tianfu, and it governs longevity. It exerts its power over the twelve palaces, and the places it affects have different statuses of being in a temple, in a prosperous position, or in a fallen position. Wuqu governs a person's temperament: strong and decisive, with joy and anger, capable of bringing both fortune and misfortune. If Wuqu is in a fallen position and meets Lianzhen (which transforms into a state of being trapped) in the Mao Palace, which belongs to the Zhen trigram, there will certainly be matters of failure and delay. If Wuqu meets Wealth-salary star, Tianma, and others, it can bring wealth to distant states and regions. If it is in conjunction with Tanlang, the person will be stingy and mean. If Wuqu and Pojun are both in the Wealth Palace, the money received will be lost immediately. If many evil stars gather on Wuqu, it will bring disaster; if good stars gather, it will bring good fortune.

希夷先生曰：武曲屬金，在天司壽，在數司財。怕受制入陷，喜祿存而同政。與太陰以互權，天府、天相為佐貳之星，財帛田宅為專司之所。惡殺耗囚會於震宮，必見木壓雷震。破軍貪狼會於坎宮，必主投河溺水。會祿馬則發財遠郡。貪狼會則少年不利。

Master Xi Yi said: Wuqu belongs to the metal element, in the heavens it oversees longevity, and in the system of destiny stars it oversees wealth. It fears being restrained by other stars and falling into an adverse position, and it prefers to be in the same palace as Wealth-salary star to manage affairs together. It shares authority with Taiyin, with Treasury star and command star and Tianxiang as its deputy stars, and it specializes in the palace of wealth and the palace of property. If malevolent stars and Expenditure star and vanguard star (expenditure) and Lian Zhen (imprisonment) congregate in the Mao Palace of the Zhen trigram, there will certainly be accidents involving trees pressing down or thunder and lightning causing shocks. If Wuqu congregates with Expenditure star and vanguard star and Star of romance and desire in the Zi Palace of the Kan trigram, it will certainly lead to drowning in rivers. If Wuqu combines with Wealth-salary star and Tianma, it can accumulate wealth in distant states and provinces; if it combines with Star of romance and desire, it will be unfavorable in youth.

所謂武曲守命福非輕，貪狼不發少年郎是也。廟樂桃花同宮，利己損人。七殺火星同宮，因財被劫。遇羊陀則孤克，遇破軍難顯貴。若與破軍同位，更臨二限之中，定主是非之撓。

This is the meaning of the two lines from the star divination formula: "The star of wealth and general, when governing the destiny, brings great fortune" and "The star of romance and desire does not bring success in youth." When the star of wealth and general is in a flourishing position and shares the palace with the star of romance and desire, the person is self-centered and harms others. When the star of wealth and general is in the same palace as the general star and the malefic of violence, one may suffer loss due to money matters. If the malefic of injury and the malefic of delay and entanglement are present, there will be loneliness and punishments. If the expenditure star and the vanguard star are present, it will be difficult to achieve high status. If the star of wealth and general and the expenditure star and vanguard star are in the same palace, and one is exactly in the major and minor limits, there will certainly be disputes and entanglements.

蓋武曲守命，主人剛強果斷，甲己生人福厚，出將入相。更得貪火沖破，定為貴格。喜西北生人，東南生人平常，不守祖業。四殺沖破孤貧不一，破相延年。女人吉多為貴婦，加殺沖破孤克。

In general, people with the Wuqu star as their destiny are strong-willed and decisive. Those born in the Jia or Ji years have deep fortune and can become generals or high officials. If they also have Tanlang and Huoxing stars conflicting to form the Fire-Tanlang pattern, their destiny becomes even more prestigious. Wuqu favors those born in the Northwest; those born in the Southeast have an ordinary fate and cannot maintain their family's legacy. If they are affected by the four evil stars, their lives may involve loneliness and poverty in various ways, but those with broken stars may live longer. For women with many auspicious Wuqu stars, they become noble wives; but if evil stars conflict, they may face loneliness and family discord.

答曰：天同星屬水，乃南方第四星也，為福德宮之主宰。復云：化福最喜遇吉曜，助福添祥，為人廉潔，貌稟清奇。有機樞無亢激，不怕七殺相侵，不怕諸殺同纏。限若逢之，一生得地，十二宮中皆曰福，無破定為祥。

The answer says: Tian Tong belongs to the Water element of the Five Phases, and is the fourth star of the Southern Dipper in the south. It is the ruler of the Fortune and Virtue Palace. It is also said: Tian Tong transforms into the energy of fortune, and it most prefers to meet auspicious stars, which can enhance fortune and add auspiciousness. Those whose destiny is governed by Tian Tong are honest and upright, have a refined and elegant appearance, and possess cleverness without being overly intense or extreme. They are not afraid of the General Star or the Star of Severity coming to attack, nor do they fear being surrounded by various malevolent stars. If their destiny reaches the period of Tian Tong, their whole life will be smooth and favorable; in the twelve palaces, Tian Tong is considered a star of fortune. As long as it is not damaged, it will certainly bring auspiciousness.

希夷先生曰：天同南斗益算保生之星，化祿為善，逢吉為祥，身命值之，主為人謙遜，稟性溫和。必慈鯁直，文墨精通，有奇志無凶激。不忌七殺相侵，不畏諸凶同度，十二宮中皆為福論。

Master Xi Yi said: Tian Tong is a star in the Southern Dipper that increases longevity and preserves vitality. After it transforms into a fortune star, its benevolence becomes even more evident. When it meets auspicious stars, it brings good omens. Those whose body palace or life palace is occupied by Tian Tong are humble in nature, gentle by disposition, certainly compassionate and upright, skilled in literary pursuits, with unique aspirations but without fierce or perverse temperament. It does not fear the invasion of Qi Sha or the presence of many malevolent stars, and wherever it falls among the twelve palaces, it can be considered as a blessing star.

遇左右昌梁貴顯，喜壬乙丙生人，巳亥得地。不宜六庚生人居酉地，終身不守。會四殺居巳亥為陷，殘疾孤克。女人逢殺沖破，刑夫克子。梁月沖破，合作偏房，僧道宜之，主享福。

When Tian Tong is joined with Zuo Fu, You Bi, Wen Chang, and Tian Liang, the person will be noble and prominent. Tian Tong favors those born in the year of Ren, Yi, or Bing. When it is in the Si or Hai palace, it is considered to be in its proper position. It is not suitable for those born in the year of Geng, especially if Tian Tong is in the You palace, as they will not be able to maintain their family fortune. If Tian Tong is combined with the four evils and falls in the Si or Hai palace, even though it is in a declined position, it may lead to disability and loneliness. For a woman's chart, if Tian Tong is broken by malevolent stars, it may cause harm to her husband and children; if broken by Tian Liang or Tai Yin, she is only suitable to be a concubine. Monks and nuns with this star are most suitable, and they will be able to enjoy happiness.

答曰：廉貞屬火，北斗第五星也。在斗司品秩，在數司權令。不臨廟旺，更犯官符，故曰化囚為殺。觸之不可解其禍，逢之不可測其祥。主人心狠性狂，不習禮義。逢帝座執威權，遇祿存主富貴，遇文昌好禮樂，遇殺曜顯武職，在官祿有威權，在身命為次桃花。

The star Lianzhen belongs to the Fire element and is the fifth star of the Big Dipper. It oversees rank and salary in the Big Dipper and authority and command in destiny calculations. If it does not fall in a favorable position and is conflicting with the Guanfu star, it is called "transforming imprisonment into killing," changing the image of imprisonment into one of warfare and destruction. Offending this star brings difficult-to-escape calamities; encountering it brings unpredictable fortune. Lianzhen signifies a person who is ruthless, impetuous, and unwilling to observe propriety. When it meets the Emperor star Ziwēi, it can wield authority; when it meets Wealth-salary star, it brings wealth and honor; when it meets Wenchang, it shows a love for rituals and music; when it meets malevolent stars, it brings success in military positions. If it is in the official salary palace, it signifies authority; if it is in the body or Life Palace, it is the second most prominent love star, second only to Tanlang.

若居旺宮，則賭博迷花而致訟。限逢巨門於陷地，則是非起於官司。逢財星耗合祖業必破，遇刑忌則膿血不免。遇白虎則刑杖難逃，遇武曲於受制之鄉，恐木壓蛇傷。

If the star Lian Zhen is in its prosperous palace, the person is likely to become addicted to gambling and lust, leading to legal troubles. If the limit or fortune meets a fallen Dark star and star of speech, disputes and conflicts will arise from legal matters. When Lian Zhen combines with Wealth star and general star, the wealth star and general star, and Expenditure star and vanguard star, the expenditure star and vanguard star, the family's ancestral property will certainly decline. If it meets Star of punishment and Hua Ji, there will inevitably be injuries from wounds and blood. If it meets White Tiger, punishment by beating and punishment is unavoidable. If it is together with Wealth star and general star in a restricted place, there is fear of being injured by trees and bushes or bitten by snakes and insects.

同火曜於陷空之地，主投河自縊。破軍與日月以濟行，目疾而不免。限逢至此，災不可攘。只宜官祿身命之位，遇吉福映，逢凶則不慈。若在他宮，禍福宜詳。

When the star Lian Zhen is found together with Malefic of violence in a fallen or empty position, the person is prone to dangerous situations such as drowning or hanging. If Lian Zhen is accompanied by Expenditure star and vanguard star and Star of brightness and prestige or Wealth star and mother star, eye diseases are inevitable. When the period or fortune reaches such a Lian Zhen, misfortunes cannot be avoided. Lian Zhen is most suitable to be in the official position, body position, or birth position; when encountering auspicious stars, it brings good fortune, but when encountering inauspicious stars, the person becomes unkind. If Lian Zhen is located in other positions, one must carefully distinguish the fortune and misfortune.

歌曰：廉貪巳亥宮，遇吉福盈豐，應過三旬後，須防不善終。

The song says: When Lianzhen and Tanlang are in the Si or Hai palace, if they meet auspicious stars, there will be abundant blessings. However, after the age of thirty, one must be cautious, for the outcome may not be good, and it may be difficult to have a peaceful end.

答曰：天府屬土，南斗主令第一星也。為財帛之主宰，在斗司福權之宿，會吉皆為富貴之基，定作文昌之論。希夷先生曰：天府乃南斗延壽解厄之星，又曰司命。上相鎮國之星，在斗司權，在數則職掌財帛、田宅、衣祿之神。為帝之佐貳，能制羊陀為從，能化火鈴為福。

The Treasury star belongs to the Five Phases of Earth, and is the first star in the Southern Dipper, issuing commands. It is the master of wealth, and in the Southern Dipper it governs fortune and authority. When combined with auspicious stars, it can form the foundation for wealth and status, and can be considered in the same way as the noble rank of the Star of Examinations and Documents. Master Xiyi said: The Treasury star is the star in the Southern Dipper that prolongs life and dispels calamities, also called the Director of Destiny. It is the imperial minister star that pacifies the country. In the Southern Dipper it governs authority, and in the system of star divination it is the deity in charge of wealth, property, clothing, food, and salary. It is the deputy of the Emperor star Purple Micro, capable of subduing the malefic of injury and the malefic of delay and entanglement, making them obedient, and transforming the malefic of violence and the hidden-fire malefic into fortune.

主人相貌清奇，稟性溫良端雅。與昌曲會，必登首選。逢祿存武曲，必有鉅萬之富。秘云：天府為祿庫，命逢終是富是也。不喜四殺沖破，雖無官貴，亦主財田富足。

Those with Treasury star and command star in their Life Palace have a refined and elegant appearance, and a gentle, dignified nature. If they are joined by Star of examinations and documents and Star of talent and eloquence, they are sure to achieve the top rank in exams. If they meet Wealth-salary star and Wealth star and general star, they will certainly amass great wealth. The secret of the star chart says, "Tian Fu is the storehouse of wealth, and when it appears in the Life Palace, it ultimately brings prosperity," which precisely describes this principle. Treasury star and command star dislikes being attacked by the four evil stars; even without holding official positions or achieving high status, it indicates abundant land and wealth.

以田宅財帛為廟樂，以奴僕相貌為陷弱。以兄弟為平常，命逢之得相佐，主夫妻子女不缺。若值空亡是為孤立，不可一例而推斷，大抵此星多主吉。又曰：此星不論諸宮皆吉，女命得之清正機巧，旺夫益子，雖見沖破，亦以善論，僧道宜之有師號。

The Treasury Star and Command Star (天府) is considered a favorable position in the fields of fields and property, and wealth and possessions, and is considered a weak position in the fields of servants and appearance. If it falls in the brotherhood palace, it is considered ordinary. If the native's Life Palace is occupied by the Treasury Star and Command Star and is supported by auxiliary stars, it indicates a harmonious marriage and no lack of children. However, if it meets the Kongwang (Kongwang), the Treasury Star and Command Star becomes an isolated and helpless situation, and cannot be judged according to the above statements in general. Overall, this star mostly indicates good fortune. It is also said that this star is favorable regardless of which palace it falls into. For a female native, possessing the Treasury Star and Command Star indicates a person who is upright and clean, and intelligent and skillful, capable of benefiting her husband and children; even if it is broken, it is still considered a good star. For those who have taken monastic vows, this star is most suitable, and they can receive a title from their master.

歌曰 天府為祿庫，入命終是富，萬頃置田莊，家資無論數，女命坐香閨，男人食天祿，此是福吉星，四外無不足。

The song says: The Treasury Star is the storehouse ofofficial stipend, and whoever has this star in their Life Palace will ultimately be wealthy: they can acquire thousands of acres of land and their wealth is countless. A woman with this star can sit in her fragrant chamber and enjoy happiness; a man with this star can receive salary from the court. This is a star of good fortune, and wherever it is located, there is no lack in all directions.

答曰：太陰乃水之精，為田宅主，化富，與日為配。天儀表有上弦下弦之用，黃到黑到分勢尚好，虧數定廟樂。其為人也聰明俊秀，其稟性也端雅純祥。上弦為要之機，下弦減威之論。所值不以所見無妨，若相生坐於太陽，日在卯，月在酉，俱為旺地，為富貴之基。

The answer says: The Taiyin star is the essence of water, the ruling star of the field and dwelling palace, and its transformed energy is wealth. It pairs with the Taiyang star to form a pair. As an indicator of celestial phenomena, it distinguishes between the waxing and waning moon; its power can be determined by the brightness of the moon waxing and waning, which is relatively easy to judge. The degree of waxing and waning of the moon determines the strength of the Taiyin star. Those with Taiyin in their destiny are intelligent and handsome, with a nature that is dignified, refined, pure, and auspicious. The waxing moon signifies the key period of increasing power, while the waning moon indicates a gradual decrease in strength. If the palace it occupies does not conflict with the stars it joins, there will be no obstacles. If Taiyang and Taiyin mutually generate and are located in separate palaces, with Taiyang in the Mao Palace and Taiyin in the You Palace, both stars being in their strong positions, this forms the foundation for wealth and status.

命坐銀輝之宮，諸吉咸集，為享福之論。若居陷地，則落弱之名。若上弦下弦，仍以不逢巨門為佳。身若居之，則有隨娘繼拜，或離祖過房。身命若見惡殺交沖，必作傷殘之論。除非僧道，反獲禎祥。決禍福最為要緊，不可參差。又或與文曲同居身命，定是九流術士。男為妻宿，又作母星。

The natal chart shows the native's Life Palace situated in a bright moon position, with many auspicious stars gathering, indicating a life of happiness and blessings. If Wealth star and mother star falls in a declining position, it only brings a name of weakness. Whether it is a waxing or waning moon, it is best not to meet Dark star and star of speech. If Wealth star and mother star is located in the Body Palace, the native may have been adopted by another family or may have been raised by a stepfather after the mother remarried. If both the Body Palace and Life Palace are afflicted by malevolent stars, the outcome should be considered as an injury or disability; unless the native becomes a monk or a Taoist, which would bring good fortune. Judging the fortune and misfortune here is most important, and should not be vague or mistaken. If Wealth star and mother star and Star of talent and eloquence are both present in the Body Palace or Life Palace, the native is certainly a practitioner of the nine streams of esoteric arts. In male charts, Wealth star and mother star represents the wife and also the mother.

希夷先生曰：太陰化祿與日為配，以卯辰巳午未為陷地，以酉戌亥子丑為得垣。酉為西山之門，為東潛之所。嫌巨曜以來纏，怕羊陀以同度，廉囚相犯，七殺相沖，恐非得意之垣，定作傷殘之論。

Master Xiyi said: When the Wealth Star and Mother Star (Taiyin) is enriched by the influence of the Bright Star (Taiyang), they form a harmonious pair. The Taiyin Star is considered to be in a declining position in the five palaces of Mao, Chen, Si, Wu, and Wei, and in a favorable position in the five palaces of You, Xu, Hai, Zi, and Chou. The palace of You is where the moon rises from the western mountain and also where it hides to the east. The Taiyin Star dislikes the Dark Star (Jumen) which causes confusion, and fears the Malefic of Injury (Qingyang) and the Malefic of Delay and Entanglement (Tuo Luo) to be in the same palace. If it is further invaded by the Prison Star (Lianzhen) or struck by the General Star (Qishash) then it is not a favorable palace, and must be interpreted as a place of injury.

此星屬水，為田宅宮主，有輝為福，失陷必凶。男女得之，皆為母星，又作妻宿。若在身命廟樂，吉集主富貴。在疾厄遇陀暗為目疾，遇火鈴為災，值貪殺損目。在父母，如陷地失輝，遇流年白虎太歲，主母有災。此雖純和之星，但失輝受制則不吉。若逢白虎、喪門、弔客，妻亦慎之。

The star Taiyin belongs to the Water element and is the ruling star of the field of home and property. When it shines brightly, it brings fortune, but when it loses its brilliance or is in a weak position, it brings misfortune. Whether for a male or female birth, Taiyin represents the mother and also the wife. If Taiyin is located in the body palace or the Life Palace and is in a strong and favorable position, with other auspicious stars gathered, it indicates wealth and honor. If Taiyin is in the illness palace and meets the dark star Dumen and the star of speech, it may cause eye problems. If it meets the malefic of violence or the hidden-fire malefic, it may bring disaster. If it meets the star of romance and desire and the general star, it may cause eye damage. If Taiyin is in the parents palace and is in a weak or dim position, and also meets the white tiger, the annual master, it indicates misfortune for the mother. Although Taiyin is a pure and harmonious star, if it loses its brilliance and is restrained, it becomes inauspicious. If it meets the white tiger, the mourning-and-condolence spirit, and the visitor star, one should be cautious about the wife.

答曰：貪狼北斗解厄之神，第一星也。屬水，化氣為桃花，為標準，乃主禍福之神。受善惡定奸詐瞞人，授學神仙之術。又好高吟浮蕩，作巧成拙。入廟樂之宮，可為祥可為禍。會破軍迷花戀酒而喪命，同祿存可吉。遇耗因以虛花，遇廉貞也不潔，見七殺或配以遭刑。遇羊陀主痔疾，逢刑忌有斑痕，二限為禍非輕。

The star Greedy Wolf is a deity in the Big Dipper responsible for removing calamities and is the first among the Big Dipper stars. It belongs to the Water element and transforms into the energy of Taohua. It serves as a standard for measuring good and evil and is the deity in charge of fortune and misfortune. It receives both good and evil energies: it can make people deceitful and dishonest, or it can enable them to learn and practice immortality techniques. It also loves to sing loudly and has a fickle nature, often leading to clumsy outcomes. When Greedy Wolf is in a prosperous and favorable palace, it can bring either good fortune or misfortune. If it combines with the star Broken Army, it indicates a person who becomes addicted to women and alcohol and eventually dies. If it shares the palace with Wealth and Salary, it turns into a good omen. Encountering the star Broken Army, which is a consuming star, leads to a life of empty pleasures without real achievement. Meeting the star Liangzhen results in unclean behavior. Meeting the star Seven Killers may lead to punishment and imprisonment. Meeting the stars Qingyang and Tuoluo causes hemorrhoids. Meeting Tianxing and Huajishi leaves marks on the body. When the major and minor limits reach these positions, the consequences are severe.

與七殺同守身命，男有穿窬之體，女有偷香之態。諸吉壓不能為福，眾凶聚愈藏其奸。以事藏機，虛花無實。與人交厚者薄，而薄者又厚。故云：七殺守身終是夭，貪狼入廟必為娼。

The stars Greedy Wolf and Seven Killers together guard the body palace and destiny palace. A man with such a configuration has the skills to climb walls and steal, while a woman exhibits a manner of infidelity and transgression. Even when numerous auspicious stars suppress them, they cannot transform into good fortune; when numerous malevolent stars gather around, their wickedness becomes even more concealed. Such people have deep schemes and hidden intentions, leading a life of emptiness and falsehood. In their interactions with others, they show indifference to those who should be treated with kindness, and show closeness to those who should be treated with indifference. Therefore, there is a saying: "Seven Killers guarding the body palace inevitably lead to an early death, and Greedy Wolf entering its temple inevitably leads to prostitution."

若身命與破軍同居，更居三合之鄉生旺之地，男好飲而賭博遊蕩，好女無媒而自嫁，淫奔私竊，輕則隨客奔馳，重則遊於歌妓。喜見空亡，返主端正。

If the Star of Romance and Desire is in the body palace or the Life Palace and shares the same position with the Expenditure Star and Vanguard Star, and is located in the prosperous and flourishing positions of the Triple Harmony, then men tend to drink a lot, gamble, wander around and be lustful; women may marry without the intervention of a matchmaker, run away with lovers, have affairs, and either follow suitors around or end up as courtesans. In such cases, it is actually favorable to see Kongwang. When Kongwang appears, the person tends to become more upright.

若與武曲同度，為人諂佞奸貪，每存肥己之心，並無濟人之意。與貞同，公庭必定遭刑。四殺同，定為屠宰。羊陀交併，必作風流之鬼。昌曲同度，必多虛而少實。與七殺同纏，男女淫邪虛花。巨門交戰，口舌是非常有。若犯帝座，無制便為無益之人。得輔弼昌曲夾制，則無此論。

Tianwang, if conjunct with Wuqu, is a person who is flattering and deceitful, greedy and self-centered, always thinking of enriching himself, with no intention of helping others. If conjunct with Lianzhen, he will certainly suffer punishment in court. If conjunct with the four malefics, he is destined to be engaged in slaughter-related businesses. If both Qingyang and Tuo Luo are adjacent, he will certainly become a ghost who dies from love affairs. If conjunct with Wenchang and Wenqu, he will have more empty talk than real substance. If entangled with Qishan, regardless of male or female, he will be licentious and superficial. If in conflict with Juming, he will often have disputes over words. If Tianwang is conflicting with the Emperor star Ziwu without being restrained by other stars, he becomes a person who brings no benefit to others; but if restrained by Zaofu, Youbi, Wenchang, and Wenqu, it should not be considered so.

陷地逢生又生祥瑞，雖家顛也發一時之財。惟會火鈴能富貴，美在財帛與武曲太陰同，終非所自發，則為淫佚。在兄弟子息，俱為陷地。在田宅則破蕩祖業，先富後貧。奴僕居於廟旺，必因奴僕所破。夫妻宮男女俱不得美，疾厄與羊陀暗殺交併，酒色之病。遷移若坐火鄉，破軍暗殺並，流年歲殺迭並，則主遭兵火賊盜相侵。總而言之，男女非得地之星，不見尤妙。

Tianwang falls into a bad position but meets support and assistance, which can still bring auspiciousness. Even if the family falls into decline, there may be a period of wealth. Only when it combines with the fire star and hidden-fire star can true wealth and honor be achieved, and this benefit should be seen in the wealth palace. If it shares the palace with the general star and the wealth star and mother star, wealth is not earned through one's own efforts, and the person tends to be indulgent and licentious. Tianwang falling into the brothers palace and children palace are both considered bad positions; falling into the fields and houses palace will lead to the loss of ancestral property, starting rich and ending poor; falling into the servants palace while in a strong position will certainly result in financial loss due to servants and subordinates; falling into the spouse palace leads to neither partner achieving a harmonious relationship; falling into the illness palace, combined with the malefic of injury, the malefic of delay and entanglement, the dark star and speech star, and the general star of severity, indicates diseases caused by excessive drinking and indulgence; falling into the migration palace, if located in a place where fire is strong, and also with the expenditure star, hidden malefics, and evil stars present, and with the annual master and evil stars superimposed in the year, it indicates suffering from military conflicts and bandits. In summary, Tianwang is not a favorable star for male or female destiny; it is better not to see it at all.

希夷先生曰：貪狼為北斗解厄之神，陟明之星，其氣屬木，體屬水，故化氣為桃花。乃主禍福之神，在數則樂為放蕩之事。遇吉則主富貴，遇凶則主虛浮。主人矮小，性剛猛威，機深謀遠，隨波逐浪，愛憎難定。居廟旺遇火星武職權貴，戊己生人合局。遇天相延壽，會廉武巧藝，得祿存僧道宜之。破殺相沖，飄蓬度日。女人刑剋不潔，遇太陰則主淫佚。

Master Xiyi said: Tanlang is the deity in the Big Dipper who resolves calamities, and also the star that can bring advancement and prominence. Its nature belongs to wood, and its body belongs to water, so its manifestation is Taohua. It is the deity who governs fortune and misfortune. In the system of star divination, it prefers to engage in reckless behavior. When it meets auspicious stars, it indicates wealth and honor; when it meets inauspicious stars, it indicates superficiality. Those with Tanlang in their destiny are usually of short stature, with a fierce and commanding temperament, deep and far-reaching schemes, yet they are easily swayed and their likes and dislikes are hard to predict. When Tanlang is in a strong position and meets the Malefic of Violence, it can lead to achieving power through military positions. Those born in the years of Wu and Ji are most suitable for this configuration. Meeting Tianxiang can prolong life, and meeting Lianzhen and Wuqu can indicate skillfulness in craftsmanship. Meeting Wealth-salary star is most suitable for those who take up religious life. If it is attacked by Pojun and Qishan, one will live a life of wandering like a stray weed. For women, Tanlang indicates punishment and immoral behavior. If it also meets Taiyin, it indicates licentiousness.

答曰：巨門屬水、金。北斗第二星也，為陰精之星，化氣為暗。在身命一生招口舌之非；在兄弟則骨肉參商；在夫妻主於隔角，生離死別，縱夫妻有對，不免汙名失節；在子息損後方招，雖有而無。

The response says: The star Ji Men belongs to both Water and Metal in the Five Phases. It is the second star of the Big Dipper, belonging to the category of Yin essence stars, and its transformed energy is "darkness." When it falls in the palace of the self or the palace of destiny, it indicates that a person's life is often involved in disputes over words and verbal conflicts—here, "disputes" refer to arguments over speech and being criticized by others, not the meaning of "yes or no." When it falls in the palace of siblings, siblings are like the stars Shen and Shang, appearing and disappearing alternately, making it difficult for them to be harmonious. When it falls in the palace of spouse, it indicates that husband and wife are separated, even leading to parting or death; even if the spouse is still alive, they may suffer a bad reputation or lose their moral integrity. When it falls in the palace of children, it means that one child must be harmed first before another can be obtained, making it seem as though there are children, but in reality, it is as if there are none.

在財帛有爭競之意；在疾厄遇刑忌，眼目之災，殺臨主殘疾；在遷移則招是非；在奴僕則多怨逆；在官祿主招刑杖；在田宅則破蕩祖業；在福德其禍稍輕；在父母則遭棄擲。

The star of speech and dark star falling in the wealth palace indicates constant disputes and competition over money. If it falls in the illness palace and meets the star of punishment and the transformed evil, it indicates eye troubles, and if there are also evil stars present, it may lead to disability. If it falls in the movement palace, it brings troubles when traveling away from home. If it falls in the servants palace, subordinates often complain and rebel. If it falls in the official career palace, it brings punishment in the form of corporal punishment. If it falls in the property palace, it leads to the loss of ancestral property. If it falls in the fortune virtue palace, the misfortune is somewhat lighter. If it falls in the parents palace, it may result in being abandoned by parents.

希夷先生曰：巨門在天，司品萬物。在數則掌執是非，主於闇昧，疑是多非，欺瞞天地，進退兩難。其性則面是背非，六親寡合，交人初善終惡。十二宮中若無廟樂照臨，到處為災，奔波勞碌。至亥寅巳申，雖富貴亦不耐久。

Master Xi Yi said: The Giant Gate star governs the evaluation of all things in the heavens, and in the system of star divination, it holds the power to determine right and wrong, governing confusion and obscurity. It causes doubtful matters to be treated as facts, leading to increased criticism and deception towards heaven and earth, resulting in difficulties in both advancement and retreat. Its nature is to agree face-to-face but criticize behind one's back, making it difficult to harmonize with the Six Relations. In interpersonal relationships, it begins with kindness but ends in enmity. If the Giant Gate star is not supported by a strong or flourishing star in the twelve houses, wherever it resides brings disaster, leading to a life of constant toil. Even when it reaches the houses of Hai, Yin, Si, and Shen, although it may bring wealth and status, it is difficult to maintain.

會太陽則吉凶相半，逢七殺則主殺傷。貪耗同行，因好徒配。遇帝座則制其強。逢祿存則解其厄，值羊陀男盜女娼。對宮遇火鈴、白虎，無帝壓制，決配千里。三合殺湊，必遭火厄，此乃孤獨之數，刻剝之神。除為僧道九流，方免勞神偃蹇，限逢凶曜災難不輕。

The star Ju Men combines with the Sun star, resulting in equal chances of good and bad fortune; encountering the Qijie star indicates danger of injury. When traveling with the Tanlang and Pojun stars, one may be sentenced to exile due to indulgence in lust. Meeting the Purple Wei star, the oppressive nature of Ju Men is subdued; encountering the Wealth-salary star (Lu Cun) can resolve calamities. If encountering Qingyang and Tuoluo stars, men may become thieves and women may become prostitutes. If the opposite palace meets the Fire Star, Bell Star, and White Tiger, without the suppression of the Emperor star, one will certainly be exiled to a distant place. If all evil stars are gathered in the Triple Harmony palace, a fire disaster is certain. Ju Men is originally a star governing solitude and is a deity of harshness and deprivation; unless one becomes a monk or nun or engages in the nine streams of skills, one will suffer from mental strain and hardship. When this malevolent star appears in one's destiny, the calamity is severe.

答曰：天相屬水，南斗第五星也。為司爵之宿，為福善，化氣曰印，是為官祿文星，佐帝之位。若人命逢之，言語誠實，事不虛偽。見人難，有惻隱之心；見人惡，抱不平之氣。官祿得之則顯榮，帝座合之則爭權。佐日月之光，兼化廉貞之惡。

The star Tianxiang belongs to the Five Phases of water. It is the fifth star of the Southern Dipper, governing rank and position. Its nature is benevolent and virtuous, and its transformed energy is called "print" (印). It is a literary star in the official palace, located in a position to assist the Emperor star. If a person's Life Palace (destiny palace) encounters Tianxiang, they speak truthfully and act sincerely. When seeing others in distress, they feel compassion; when seeing others commit evil, they feel indignation. If the official palace has Tianxiang, the person will achieve prominence and honor. When Tianxiang combines with the Emperor star Purple Micro, it can gain power. It can support the brightness of the Sun and Moon stars, and resolve the malevolence of Qianzheng.

身命得之而榮耀；子息得之而嗣續昌，十二宮中皆為祥福，不隨惡而變志，不因殺而改移。限步逢之，富不可量。此星若臨生旺之鄉，雖不逢帝座，若得左右，則職掌威權。或居閒弱之地，也作吉利，二限逢之主富貴。

The body palace and the destiny palace with the Seal star bring a life of honor and glory; the children palace with the Seal star indicates abundant descendants. The Seal star is auspicious wherever it is placed among the twelve palaces, bringing blessings and good fortune. It does not change its resolve due to malevolent stars, nor does it alter its nature because of harmful stars. When one's fate reaches the Seal star, wealth and prosperity are beyond measure. If this star is located in a favorable and thriving position among the Five Phases, even without meeting the Emperor star, as long as it is assisted by the Auxiliary Auspicious stars, it can wield authority. Even if it is placed in a scattered or weak palace, it is still considered auspicious, and during major and minor periods, it indicates wealth and honor.

希夷先生曰：天相南斗司爵之星，化氣為印。主人衣食豐足，昌曲左右相會，位至公卿。陷地貪廉武破羊陀殺湊，巧藝安身。火鈴沖破殘疾，女人主聰明端莊，志過丈夫。三方吉拱封贈論，若昌曲沖破侍妾，在僧道主清高。

Master Xiyi said: Tianxiang is the star in the Southern Dipper that governs rank and position, and its transformed energy is that of an official seal, indicating abundance in clothing and food. If it combines with Wenchang, Wenqu, Zuo Fu, and You Bi, one can attain high official rank. If Tianxiang is in a weak position and is joined by malevolent stars such as Tanlang, Lianzhen, Wuqu, Pojun, Qingyang, and Tuo Luo, one can only rely on a single skill for survival. If it is attacked by Hongxin and Lingxing, it indicates disability. For women, Tianxiang signifies intelligence and propriety, with aspirations surpassing those of men. If auspicious stars support it from all sides, one may receive imperial honors. If it is attacked by Wenchang and Wenqu, one may only serve as a concubine. For monks and nuns, Tianxiang indicates a noble character.

歌曰：天相原屬水，化印主官祿，身命二宮逢，定主多財福，形體又肥滿，語言不輕瀆，出仕主飛騰，居家主財穀，二限若逢之，百事看充足。

The song says: The Seal star and star of livelihood belong to the Water phase among the Five Phases. Its transformed energy is the seal, which governs official rank and position. If the body palace and life palace meet the Seal star and star of livelihood, wealth, blessings, and fortune will certainly be abundant. A person's physique is full and robust, speech is steady and not hasty. When entering officialdom, the career will rise rapidly. In daily life at home, food and money will be plentiful. If the great and small periods of life reach the Seal star and star of livelihood, all matters will appear abundant.

答曰：天梁屬土，南斗第二星也。司壽化氣為蔭為福壽，乃父母之主命化暴戾為祥和。於人命則性情磊落，於相貌則厚重溫謙，循直無私。臨事果決，蔭於身福及子孫。遇昌曲於財宮，逢太陽於福德三合，乃萬全聲名。顯於王室職位，臨於風憲。

The star Tianliang belongs to the Five Phases of Earth, is the second star of the Southern Dipper, and oversees longevity. Its transformed energy is "shade," which signifies good fortune and a long life. It is the ruling star of the parents' house, capable of transforming harsh energies into auspicious ones. When it falls in a person's Life Palace, their nature is bright and upright. In terms of appearance, they appear solid and steady, gentle and humble, and are upright and selfless. They are decisive in matters. The good fortune extends not only to themselves but also to their descendants. If Tianliang is present together with Wenqiang and Wenqu in the wealth palace, and also meets the Sun in the triple harmony position of the fortune virtue palace, this forms a complete pattern of fame and prestige. They can achieve success in the court, holding positions such as those in the Office of Inspection, responsible for overseeing and correcting matters.

若逢耗曜，更逢天機及殺，宜僧道，亦受王家制誥。逢貪巨同度而亂禮亂家。居奴僕、疾厄、相貌作豐餘之論。見廉貞刑忌，必無災厄克激之虞；遇火鈴刑暗，亦無征戰之撓。太歲沖而為福，白虎臨而無殃。論而至此，數決窮通之論也。命或對宮有天梁主有壽，乃極吉之星。

When the Tian Liang star meets the Po Jun star, which is a consuming star, and also encounters the Tian Ji and malefic stars, it is advisable to become a monk or a Taoist priest, although one may still receive imperial honors. If Tian Liang is conjuncted with Tan Lang and Ju Men, it will lead to disorder in etiquette and disruption of family traditions. When Tian Liang is located in the servant, illness, or appearance palace, it can be considered as having abundant resources. If it meets Lian Zhen, Tian Xing, and Hua Ji, there will be no worries of calamity or conflict. If it meets the Fire Star, Ling Xing, Tian Xing, and hidden malefic stars, there will be no disturbance from warfare or conflict. If the flowing year's Tai Suai star confronts it, it becomes a blessing; if the Bai Hu star is present, it does not bring misfortune. To this extent, one can decide the fortune and adversity of one's life. Those whose Life Palace or opposite palace have Tian Liang are destined for longevity, which is indeed a very auspicious star.

希夷先生又曰：天梁南斗司壽之星，化氣為蔭為壽。佐上帝威權，為父母主，生人清秀溫和，形神穩重，性情磊落，善識兵法。得昌曲左右加會，位至臺省。在父母宮則厚重威嚴，會太陽於福德，極品之貴。

Master Xiyi also said: Tianliang is the star in the Southern Dipper that governs longevity, transforming into protection and longevity, assisting the authority of the Heavenly Emperor, and it is the main star of the parents' house. It makes a person refined and gentle in appearance, steady in demeanor, upright in character, and skilled in understanding military strategies. If it is combined with Wenchang, Wenqu, Zuo Fu, and You Bi, one may attain high official positions in prestigious government departments. Tianliang in the parents' house indicates parents who are sincere, steady, and imposing in authority. When it combines with the Sun in the fortune virtue house, it signifies supreme dignity and prestige.

戊己生人合局，若四殺沖破則苗而不秀，逢天機耗曜，僧道清閒。於貪巨同度，則敗倫亂俗。在奴僕疾厄作豐餘之論。廉貞刑忌見之，必無克敵之虞。火鈴刑暗遇之，亦無征戰之撓。太歲沖而為福，白虎會而無災。

Those born in the years of Wu and Ji are most compatible with the Tian Liang star configuration. If the four malefics clash with it, it is like a grain stalk that has developed ears but fails to bear fruit, appearing empty on the surface. If Tian Liang encounters Tian Ji and Po Jun, it indicates a life of ease as a monk or hermit. If it is accompanied by Tan Lang and Ju Men, it leads to disorder in family relationships and disruption of customs. When located in the servant or illness palace, it is considered favorable. If Lian Zhen, Tian Xing, or Hua Ji are present, there is no need to worry about failure in conflict. If it meets with the Mars star, Ling Xing, or Tian Xing along with hidden malefics, there will also be no disturbance in warfare. If the current year's Tai Suai star clashes with it, it actually brings good fortune. Even if the Bai Hu star shines upon it, there will be no calamity.

奏書會則有意外之榮，青龍動則有文書之喜。小耗大耗交遇所幹無成，病符官符相侵不為災論。女人吉星入廟，旺夫益子，昌曲左右扶持封贈，羊陀火忌沖破，刑剋招非不潔，僧道宜之。

The conjunction of Tian Liang and the Star of Petition brings unexpected honor. If the Azure Dragon Star is activated, there will be good fortune in matters concerning documents and contracts. When the Minor Loss and Great Expenditure Stars meet, nothing will be accomplished. If the Bingfu and Guanfu Stars come to interfere, it is not necessary to regard this as a calamity. For a woman's destiny, if Tian Liang is in a flourishing position along with auspicious stars, it will bring prosperity to her husband and children. With the support of the Star of Examinations and Documents, the Star of Talent and Eloquence, the Auxiliary Auspicious Stars, and the Auxiliary Auspicious Stars, one may receive imperial honors. However, if the Malefic of Injury, the Malefic of Delay and Entanglement, the Malefic of Violence, or the Changing Obstruction Star disrupts this, there may be punishments, disputes, and improper behavior. Monks and recluses find Tian Liang most suitable.

歌曰：天梁原屬土，南斗最吉星，化蔭名延壽，父母宮主星，田宅兄弟內，得之福自生，形神自持重，心性更和平，生來無災患，文章有聲名，六親更和睦，仕宦居王庭，巨門若相會，勞碌歷艱辛，若逢天機照，僧道享山林，二星在辰戌，福壽不須論。

The rhyme says: The star Tianliang belongs to the Earth element, and is the most auspicious among the stars of the Southern Dipper. It transforms into a protective influence, prolonging life, and is the ruling star of the parents' house. If it appears in the fields and homes house or the siblings house, good fortune naturally arises: one's appearance and demeanor are steady and composed, one's nature becomes more peaceful, one is born without misfortune, has fame through literary achievements, and the Six Relations become more harmonious. When Tianliang is combined with Jiumen, one's life is full of toil and hardship; if Tianji is present, it is suitable to become a monk or hermit, retreating to the mountains and enjoying a peaceful life. When Tianliang and Tianji are both in the Chen or Xu house, the fortune and longevity are even more remarkable.

答曰：七殺南斗第六星也，屬火、金。乃斗中之上將，實成敗之孤辰。在斗司斗柄，主於風憲。其威作金之靈，其性若清涼之狀。主於數則宜僧道，主於身定歷艱辛。在命宮若限不扶夭折，在官祿得地，化禍為祥。在子息，而子息孤單；居夫婦而鴛衾半冷。

The seven killing stars are the sixth star of the Southern Dipper, belonging to both fire and metal in the Five Phases. It is an important general among the stars of the Dipper, and is indeed a solitary star that determines success or failure. It holds the handle of the Dipper, and is in charge of inspecting and regulating conduct. Its power comes from the spirit of metal, and its nature is like the cool and severe autumn air. If it falls in the destiny chart, it is suitable to become a monk or a Taoist; if it falls in the body palace, it indicates a life of hardship. If the seven killing stars are in the Life Palace (destiny palace), and the limit of life or fortune does not support it, it may lead to an early death. If it is in the official position palace and is in a favorable position, it can turn misfortune into good fortune. If it is in the children's palace, the children will be few; if it is in the marriage palace, the couple's affection will be lacking, like half of the love being cold.

會刑囚于田宅、父母，刑傷父母，產業難留。逢刑忌殺於遷移、疾厄，終身殘疾，縱使一身孤獨，也應壽年不長。與囚於身命，折肱傷股，又主癆傷。會囚耗於遷移，死於道路。若臨陷弱之宮，為殘較減。若值正陰之宮，作禍憂深。

The star Seven Killers (Qishash) together with the Star of Punishment (Tianxing) and the imprisoned star Lianzhen appears in the field and parents' houses, causing harm to parents and making it difficult to retain property. If Seven Killers is joined with the Star of Punishment, the transformed evil, and malevolent stars in the migration and illness houses, it leads to lifelong disabilities; even if one is alone without burdens, the lifespan will be short. When Seven Killers and the imprisoned star Lianzhen are both in the body and Life Palace, it indicates broken arms and injuries to the thighs, as well as chronic internal injuries. If Seven Killers is joined with the imprisoned star Lianzhen and the consuming star Pòjūn in the migration house, it results in death on the road. If Seven Killers falls in a weak or afflicted house, the degree of injury is somewhat lessened; but if it falls in a purely yin house, the calamity becomes deeply worrying.

流年殺曜莫教逢，身殺星辰戌迭並，身殺逢惡曜於要地，命逢殺曜於三方，流殺又迭並，二限之中又逢，主陣亡掠死。合太陽巨門會帝旺之鄉則吉，處空亡犯刑殺遭禍不輕。大小二限合身命逢殺，雖帝制也無功。三合對沖，雖祿亦無力。蓋世英雄為殺制，此時一夢南柯。此乃倒限之地，所主務要仔細推詳，乃數中之惡曜，實非善星也。

One must avoid the maleficent stars in the current year's chart: if the maleficent stars in the body palace overlap with those in the Chen and Xu palaces, and if the maleficent star in the body palace is located in a critical position and meets malevolent stars, then the three palaces of the native's birth chart will also be affected by the maleficent stars. If the current year's maleficent stars add further to this, and if they also appear in the major and minor life periods, it indicates a death by battlefield or capture. If the Seven Killers star is combined with the Sun and the Great Gate stars in the Prosperity position, it is auspicious. However, if it is located in the Kongwang position and conflicts with the Star of Punishment and the Seven Killers, the misfortune will be severe. If the major and minor life periods coincide with the body and life palaces and encounter maleficent stars, even if the Emperor star or the Purple Micro star is present to restrain them, it will not be effective. If the Triple Harmony palace and the opposite palace conflict, even with the Wealth-Salary star, it will not be helpful. A great hero, once restrained by maleficent stars, will have his life like a dream. This is a dangerous position in reverse destiny, so the matters involved must be carefully examined. The Seven Killers star is indeed a malevolent star in the system of destiny, and is not a benevolent one.

希夷先生曰：七殺斗中上將，遇紫微則化權降福，遇火鈴則長其殺威。遇凶曜於生鄉定為屠宰，會昌曲於要地，情性頑囂。秘經云：七殺居陷地，沉吟福不生是也。身命二宮逢之定歷艱辛，二限逢之遭殃破敗。

Master Xiyi said: The Seven Killers are the top general in the battlefield. When they meet the Emperor star, they transform into authority and bring down blessings. When they meet the Malefic of Violence and the Hidden-fire Malefic, they enhance their fierce and martial power. If they are in the growth place of the Five Phases and meet evil stars, they are destined to engage in occupations like butchering. When they are in critical positions and meet the Star of Examinations and Documents and the Star of Talent and Eloquence, their nature becomes rebellious and noisy. The secret scripture says, "When the Seven Killers are in a declining position, they remain silent and blessings do not arise," which refers to this meaning. If the body palace and the life palace meet the Seven Killers, one is destined to endure hardships. If the major and minor periods meet them, one will suffer misfortune and loss.

遇帝祿而可解，遭流殺而逢凶。守身命作事進退，喜怒不常。左右昌曲入廟拱照，掌生殺之權，富貴出眾。若四殺忌星沖破，巧藝平常之人，陷地殘疾。女命旺地，財權服眾，志過丈夫。四殺沖破刑剋不潔，僧道宜之，若殺湊飄蕩，流移還俗。

When the Seven Killings star meets the Supreme Emperor star, Purple Micro, and Wealth-Salary star, danger can be averted; but if it meets a yearly malefic star, misfortune will manifest. Those whose natal chart is guarded by this star are indecisive in their actions, changeable in mood. If Left Assistant and Right Assistant, Star of Examinations and Documents, and Star of Talent and Eloquence are in a flourishing position to support it, the person will wield power over life and death, achieving extraordinary wealth and status. If it is broken by the four malefics and the transformed inauspicious star, the person will merely live by their skills and be an ordinary individual; if it falls in a declining position, there may be physical disabilities. For a female's chart, if the Seven Killings star is in a flourishing position, she will control wealth and power, commanding respect from others, with ambitions surpassing those of men; but if it is broken by the four malefics, there will be punishments and immoral behavior. Monks and nuns find this star favorable; but if malefic stars are gathered together, they will be wandering and unsettled, even returning to secular life after taking monastic vows.

歌曰：七殺寅申子午宮，四夷拱手服英雄，魁鉞左右文昌會，權祿名高食萬鍾，殺居陷地不堪言，凶禍猶如抱虎眠，若是殺強無制伏，少年惡死到黃泉。

The song says: When the General star falls in the four palaces of Yin, Shen, Zi, and Wu, all four directions will bow and submit to this hero. If it is further combined with the Yang Benefactor, Yin Benefactor, Auxiliary Auspicious Star, another Auxiliary Auspicious Star, and the Star of Examinations and Documents, this person will have great power and wealth, a high reputation, and a salary measured in myriad measures. However, if the General star falls in a declining palace, the situation becomes unbearable. Misfortune is like sleeping with a tiger, ready to erupt at any moment. If the malevolent energy is too strong and not restrained by other stars, the person will die young and meet their end in the underworld.

答曰：破軍屬水，北斗第七星也，司夫妻、子息、奴僕之神。居子午入廟，在天為殺氣，在數為耗星，故化氣曰耗。主人暴兇狡詐，其性奸猾，與人寡合，動輒損人。不成人之善，善助人之惡。虐視六親如寇仇，處骨肉無仁義，惟六癸六甲生人合格主富貴。陷地加殺沖破，巧藝殘疾，不守祖業，僧道宜之。女人沖破淫蕩無恥。

The answer says: Breaker of the Army belongs to the Water element, is the seventh star of the Big Dipper, and is the deity governing the sectors of marriage, children, and servants. When it is in the Zi or Wu sectors, it is in its proper position. In the sky, it represents a severe and destructive force, and in the system of star divination, it is a star of expenditure. Therefore, its transformed energy is called "expenditure." Breaker of the Army signifies a person with a fierce and cruel nature, being cunning and uncooperative with others, often causing harm to others. It does not help others achieve good, but rather encourages evil. It treats the Six Relations as enemies, showing no kindness to relatives. Only those born in the Gui or Jia years are compatible with this configuration, indicating wealth and honor. If Breaker of the Army is in a weak position and is further afflicted by malevolent stars, the person will rely on skills for a living or have physical disabilities, unable to maintain family property, and is more suitable for monastic life. For women, if Breaker of the Army is afflicted, they may be promiscuous and lack shame.

此星居紫微則失威權；逢天府則作奸偽；會紫貪則鼠竊狗盜。與廉貞火鈴同度則決起官非；與巨門同度則口舌爭鬥；與刑忌同度，則終身殘疾。與武曲入財位則東傾西敗；與文星守命一生貧士。

If Break Army is in the same palace as the Emperor Star, the Emperor Star loses its authority; if it meets with the Treasury Star, it leads to deceit and hypocrisy; if it joins with the Emperor Star and Star of Desire, it becomes a thief and a scoundrel. If it is in the same palace as Lianzhen, Mars, and Bell Star, it certainly causes legal disputes; if it is in the same palace as Juming, there will be constant verbal conflicts; if it is in the same palace as the Star of Punishment and the transformed Hua Ji, it results in lifelong disability. If it enters the Wealth Palace together with Wuqu, wealth is lost from east to west; if it is in the same palace as the Stars of Examinations and Talent, it results in a lifetime of being a poor scholar.

遇諸凶結黨破敗，遇陷地其禍不輕。惟天梁可制其惡，天祿可解其狂。若逢流殺交併，家業蕩空。與文曲入於水域，殘疾、離鄉。遇文昌於震宮，遇吉可貴。若女命逢之，無媒自嫁，喪節飄流。

When the star Expenditure star and vanguard star meets various malevolent stars and forms a group, its defeat is more complete; if it falls into a depressed position, the calamity is not light. Only Shelter star and longevity star can restrain its ferocity, and only Wealth-salary star can ease its restlessness. If it meets the evil stars of the current year at the same time, family property will be completely lost. When Expenditure star and vanguard star and Star of talent and eloquence both fall into a water prosperous position, it indicates disability and leaving the homeland. If it appears in the Mao Palace of the Zhen trigram and meets Star of examinations and documents along with auspicious stars, it can lead to high status. For a woman's chart, if Expenditure star and vanguard star appears, she may marry without a matchmaker, losing her virtue and becoming homeless.

凡坐人身命居子午，貪狼七殺相拱則威震華夷。或與武曲同居巳宮，貪狼拱亦居臺閣。但看惡星何如？甲癸生人入格，到老亦不全美也。

If the Breaker General is in the person's body palace or life palace and falls in the Zi or Wu palace, and if the Star of Desire and the General Star are supporting from the three surrounding palaces, this person can command respect throughout the central plains and the four directions. Alternatively, if the Breaker General and the Wealth Star are both in the Si palace, and the Star of Desire supports, they can attain high official positions. However, it is still necessary to examine the condition of the malevolent stars in the chart. Those born in the Jia or Gui year may enter a noble destiny, but they may not achieve complete success in old age.

在身命陷地，棄祖離宗；在兄弟骨肉參商；在夫妻不正，主婚姻進退；在子息先損後成；在財帛如湯澆雪；在疾厄致尪羸之疾；在遷移奔走無力；在奴僕謗怨逃走；在官祿主清貧；在田宅陷度，祖基破蕩；在福德多災；在父母破相刑剋。

The star of Expenditure and Vanguard falls in the native's body palace and Life Palace and is in a declining position, indicating that the person will have to abandon ancestral property and leave the family. If it falls in the brother palace, brothers will be like the two stars Canopus and Antares, unable to reunite. If it falls in the spouse palace, the marriage is improper, and matrimonial affairs will be repeatedly postponed. If it falls in the child palace, there will be initial loss followed by success. If it falls in the wealth palace, money will be like boiling water poured on snow, melting away quickly. If it falls in the illness palace, the person will suffer from weak and sickly conditions. If it falls in the movement palace, the person will be constantly moving about but unable to exert effort. If it falls in the servant palace, subordinates will be both critical and resentful, and some will flee. If it falls in the official position palace, the person will live a life of poverty. If it falls in the property palace and the degree is in a declining position, ancestral property will be completely ruined. If it falls in the fortune and virtue palace, misfortunes will be frequent. If it falls in the parent palace, it will lead to physical deformity and punishment.

答曰：文昌主科甲，守身命主人幽閒儒雅，清秀魁梧，博文廣記，機變異常，一舉成名，披緋衣紫，福壽雙全。縱四殺沖破不為下賤。女人加吉得地，衣祿充足。四殺沖破，偏房下賤，僧道宜之。加權祿厚重有師號。

The Star of Examinations and Documents oversees academic success and official rank. It guards the body palace and the Life Palace, indicating a person who is refined and possesses the demeanor of a scholar, with a clear and handsome appearance and a tall stature. Such a person is well-read, has an extensive memory, and is exceptionally intelligent and adaptable, capable of achieving fame and success quickly. They will wear red and purple official robes, enjoying both good fortune and a long life. Even if the four evil stars affect it, they will not become of low status. For women, if the Star of Examinations and Documents is combined with auspicious stars and is in a favorable position, their income andofficial stipend will be abundant; if it is affected by the four evil stars, they may become a secondary wife or have a low status. Monks and nuns benefit most from the Star of Examinations and Documents, and if it is further combined with the transformative stars of power and wealth, they will have a solid character and may be granted a teacher's title.

歌曰：文昌主科甲，辰巳是旺地，利午嫌卯酉，火生人不利，眉目定分明，相貌極俊麗，喜於金生人，富貴雙全美，先難而後易，中晚有聲名，太陽蔭福集，傳臚第一名。

The song says: The Star of Examinations and Documents governs academic success and official rank; it is most favorable in the Chen and Si mansions, also beneficial in the Wu mansion, but less so in the Mao and You mansions. It is unfavorable for those born under a fire destiny. Those with the Star of Examinations and Documents in their destiny have clear eyes and an extremely handsome appearance, especially suitable for those born under a metal destiny, achieving both wealth and status. Such people face difficulties early on but find ease later in life, gaining reputation in middle and old age. If they also have the Star of Brightness and Prestige and the Shelter Star and Longevity Star gathering together, they will achieve the top rank in the palace examination.

答曰：文曲屬水，北斗第四星也，主科甲文車之宿。其象屬水，與文昌同協，吉數最為祥，臨身命中作科第之客。桃花浪暖，入仕無疑。於官祿面君顏而執政。單居身命，吏逢凶曜，亦作無名舌辯之徒。與廉貞共處必作公吏官。身與太陰同行，定係九流術士。

The star of talent and eloquence belongs to the Five Phases of water. It is the fourth star of the Big Dipper, governing academic success and official rank, as well as documents and transportation. Its form is associated with water, and it combines with the star of examinations and documents to bring the most auspicious fortune. When this star is present in the natal chart's body palace or destiny palace, the person is destined to achieve academic success. Just like the spring flood of peach blossoms warming up and the carp leaping over the dragon gate, this person will certainly enter officialdom without doubt. If this star is located in the official rank palace, the person can meet the sovereign and hold political power. If the star of talent and eloquence is alone in the body palace or destiny palace, the person can only be a minor official, and if it meets malevolent stars, they become people who only use their tongues without any reputation. If this star is together with Lianzhen, the person must be a clerk in the government office. If the star of talent and eloquence in the body palace is accompanied by Taiyin, the person must be a practitioner among the nine streams of knowledge.

怕逢破軍恐臨水以生災；嫌遇貪狼蒞政事而顛倒。逢七殺刑忌囚及諸惡曜，詐偽莫逃。逢巨門共其度，和而喪志。女命不宜於逢，水性楊花。忌入土宮，限臨蹭蹬。若祿存、化祿來纏，不可以為凶論。

The star of talent and eloquence (Wenqu) fears encountering the expenditure star and vanguard star (Pojun), as it may lead to calamity if near water. It also dislikes meeting the star of romance and desire (Tanlang), causing confusion and disorder in handling affairs. If it meets the general star and star of severity (Qishash), the star of punishment (Tianxing), the transformed evil (Hua Ji), the prison star (Lianzhen), and various evil stars, deceit and falsehood are inevitable. When it is in conjunction with the dark star and star of speech (Jumen), the surface appears harmonious, but it erodes one's ambition. For women, encountering the star of talent and eloquence is not advisable, as it may lead to being fickle and unfaithful. The star of talent and eloquence is disliked to enter the earth branch, causing difficulties and obstacles when it comes into effect. If the wealth-salary star (Luchun) and the transformed wealth (Hua Lu) are present, the negative effects can be mitigated.

希夷先生曰：文曲守身命，居巳酉丑宮居侯伯。武貪三合同垣，將相之格，文昌遇合亦然。若陷宮午戌之地，巨門羊陀沖破，喪命夭折，水大驚險。若亥卯未旺地，與天梁天相會主聰明博學，殺沖破只宜僧道。若女命值之清秀聰明主貴，若陷地沖破淫而且賤。

Master Xi Yi said: If the star of talent and eloquence is in the native's body palace or Life Palace and falls in the three palaces of Si, You, or Chou, he may attain the rank of marquis or duke. When the star of talent and eloquence forms a triple harmony with the wealth star and general star and the star of romance and desire, it indicates a ministerial and military pattern; the same applies if the star of examinations and documents forms such a combination. If the star falls in a declining palace, such as Wu or Xu, and is further disrupted by the dark star and star of speech, the malefic of injury, and the malefic of delay and entanglement, he will suffer a premature death, especially in the presence of great water. If it is in the prosperous palaces of Hai, Mao, or Wei and forms a combination with the shelter star and longevity star and the seal star and star of livelihood, the person is intelligent and well-educated. However, if it is disrupted by malefic stars, he is only suitable for becoming a monk or a Taoist. For a female's chart, the presence of the star of talent and eloquence indicates a refined and intelligent nature with a noble destiny. But if it falls in a declining palace and is disrupted, she may be promiscuous and of low status.

答曰：命逢流年昌曲，為科名科甲。大小二限逢之，三合拱照太陽，又照流年祿；小限太歲逢魁鉞、左右、臺座、日月、科權祿馬三方拱照，決然高中無疑。

The native's Life Palace encounters the stream year's Star of examinations and documents and Star of talent and eloquence, indicating success in the imperial examinations. When the large and small limits reach this position, the triple harmony palace also supports the sun star, and simultaneously shines with the stream year's Lu star. The small limit and stream year's Tai Sui meet again with Yang Benefactor, Yin Benefactor, Auxiliary auspicious star, Auxiliary auspicious star, Star of conferment, Opposite San Tai, Star of brightness and prestige, Wealth star and mother star, as well as Hua Ke, Hua Quan, Hua Lu and Star of movement, which support from three directions. It is certain that the native will definitely rank first.

然亦此數星俱全方為大吉，但以流年科甲為主。如命限值之，其餘吉曜，若得二三拱照，亦必高中。但二星在巳酉得地，不富即貴，只是不能耐久。

However, it is only when these stars are all present that it is considered a great blessing. Among them, the star of examination and documents in the current year is particularly important. If the Life Palace (destiny palace) and the current fortune meet the star of examination and documents, and there are at least two or three other auspicious stars supporting it, it is certain to achieve success. Additionally, the stars of examination and documents and talent and eloquence located in the Si (snake) or You (rooster) palace are considered to be in a favorable position, leading to wealth and honor, though this prosperity may not last long.

歌曰：南北昌曲星，數中推第一，身命最為佳，諸吉恐非吉，得居人命上，桃花浪三汲，入仕更無虛，從容要輔弼。

The song says: The stars of examinations and documents and talent and eloquence, belonging to the Southern and Northern Stars, are considered the top in the system of star divination. They are most favorable when they fall in the body palace or the destiny palace; other auspicious stars may not be truly beneficial. If these two stars fall in a person's destiny palace, it is like a carp leaping through the peach blossom waves three times, achieving success after success, and certainly attaining official positions. However, to accomplish things smoothly, they also need the assistance of the auxiliary auspicious stars.

只恐惡殺臨，火鈴羊陀激，若還逢陷地，苗而不秀實，不是公吏輩，九流工數術，無破宰職權，女人多淫佚，樂居亥子宮，空亡官無益。

One is afraid of evil malevolent stars approaching, with the Mars star, Bell star, Malefic of injury, and Malefic of delay and entanglement coming to disturb. If the Star of examinations and documents and Star of talent and eloquence fall into an adverse position, it is like a grain stalk having drawn out its grain but failing to bear fruit: one becomes either a government clerk or earns a living by means of miscellaneous skills and arts. If there are no malevolent stars to disrupt, one may hold power and authority as a high-ranking official. For a woman's chart, it is mostly indicative of licentiousness. These two stars prefer to be in the Hai or Zi Palace, but once they meet Kongwang, even if one holds an official position, there is no real benefit.

希夷先生答曰：左輔帝極主宰之星，守身命諸宮降福。主人形貌敦厚慷慨風流。紫府祿權若得三合沖照，主文武大貴。火忌沖破，雖富貴不久。僧道清閒，所以溫重賢曉，旺地封贈。火忌沖破，以中局斷之。

Master Xiyi replied: Left Auxiliary is an auspicious star that assists the Emperor Star Ziwēi and participates in governing. When it resides in the body palace, the destiny palace, or other palaces, it can bring down blessings. Left Auxiliary signifies a person with a sturdy appearance, generous and graceful. If it joins with Ziwēi, Tianfu, Hualù, and Huaquan in the Triple Harmony positions, it indicates great honor in both literary and military paths. However, if it is broken by Huoshen and Huajì, although there may be wealth and status, it will not last long. Monks who possess this star will enjoy peace and ease. This star is warm, steady, wise, and enlightened. When it is in a flourishing position, it can receive imperial honors. If it is broken by Huoshen and Huajì, it should be interpreted according to the medium level.

希夷先生答曰：右弼帝極主宰之星，守身命文墨精通。紫府吉星同垣，財官雙美，文武雙全。羊陀火忌沖破，下局斷之。女人賢良有志，縱四殺沖破，不為下賤，僧道清閒。

Master Xiyi replied: Right Minister is also an auxiliary star that supports the Emperor Star Ziwēi and participates in governing. It guards the body palace and destiny palace, indicating a person skilled in literature and scholarship. If it is in the same palace as auspicious stars such as Ziwēi and Tianfu, then wealth and officialdom are both excellent, and both literary talent and military strategy are present. If it is broken by malefics such as Qingyang, Tuoluo, Huoxing, or Huajì, then it is considered a lower pattern. For a woman's chart, Right Minister indicates virtue and ambition; even if broken by the four evils, she will not become lowly. For a person who has renounced the world, having Right Minister indicates ease and freedom.

歌曰：左輔原屬土，右弼水為根，失君為無用，三合宜見君。若在紫微位，爵祿不須論；若在夫妻位，主人定二婚。若與廉貞並，惡賤遭鉗髡。輔弼為上相，輔佐紫微星，喜居日月側，文人遇禹門。倘居閒位上，無爵更無名。妻宮遇此宿，決定兩妻成。若與刑囚處，遭傷作盜賊。

The song says: "Left Auxiliary" belongs to the Earth element, and "Right Assistant" is based on Water. These are the essential natures of the two stars. They are auxiliary stars that assist the Emperor star (Ziwei). If they are separated from the Emperor star, they cannot function properly. Therefore, it is best for them to be in the "Three Harmonies" (the native palace and its two triple harmony palaces) and to be in conjunction with Ziwei. If Left Auxiliary and Right Assistant are in the same palace as Ziwei, the person will have high rank, salary and prestige, and there is no need to comment further. If they are in the marriage palace, the person will definitely experience two marriages. If they are in the same palace as "Lianzhen," the person will be of low status and suffer humiliation, even being subjected to punishments such as neck restraints or shaving of the head. Left Auxiliary and Right Assistant are superior auxiliary stars that specifically assist the Emperor star. They prefer to be on either side of the Sun and Moon stars. Scholars who possess these stars are like a carp leaping over the Dragon Gate (Dragon Gate), achieving success in the imperial examinations. If these stars are in irrelevant "idle palaces," they bring neither rank nor reputation. If the marriage palace has these two stars, the person will definitely marry twice. If these stars are in the same palace as punishment stars like "Tianxing" and "Lianzhen," the person will suffer injuries and may even become a thief.

希夷先生答曰：魁鉞斗中司科之星，入命坐貴向貴，或得左右吉聚無不富貴。況二星又為上界和合之神，若魁臨命，鉞守身，更迭相守。更遇紫微府、日月、昌曲、左右、權祿相湊，少年必聚美妻。

Master Xiyi replied: "Tiankuai and Tianyue are stars in the system of destiny calculation that govern academic success and official rank. Together they are called Tianyi Nobleman. When these two stars enter the命宫, it is called 'sitting on the nobleman and facing the nobleman' — one star sits in the命宫, and the other shines in the opposite palace, supporting each other. If further accompanied by auspicious stars such as Zuo Fu and You Bi, there is no failure in achieving wealth and honor. Moreover, these two stars are deities from above who oversee harmony. If Tiankuai is in the命宫 and Tianyue is in the身宫, the two stars take turns guarding, and if they are joined by Ziwēi, Tianfu, Sun and Taiyin, Wenchang and Wenqu, Zuo Fu and You Bi, as well as Huazhuan and Hualu, the person will certainly marry a good wife in his youth."

若遇大難，必得貴人成就扶助，小人不一，亦不為凶。限步巡逢必主女子添喜，生男則俊雅，入學功名有成；生女則容貌端莊，出眾超群。若四十以後逢墓庫，不依此斷，有凶不以為災。居官者賢而威武，聲名遠播；僧道享福，與人和睦，不為下賤。女人吉多宰輔之妻，命婦之論；若加惡殺亦為富貴，但不免私情淫佚。

If this person encounters a major danger, there will certainly be a nobleman who comes to his aid. Even though there are many petty people around him, it will not lead to danger. When the great destiny and small destiny reach the positions of these two stars, it will certainly mean that there will be a new son or daughter in the family. If a son is born, he will be handsome and refined, and when he starts school, he will achieve success. If a daughter is born, she will be graceful and outstanding. However, if this occurs in the positions of Chen, Xu, Chou, or Wei (the four "mournful storage" positions) after the age of forty, the above interpretation does not apply. At that time, even if there are malevolent stars, they will not cause disaster. Officials will be wise and dignified, with a reputation that spreads far and wide. Monks and Taoists will enjoy a peaceful life, get along well with others, and not fall into lowly status. For women with many auspicious stars, they are the wives of prime ministers and ministers, and can be considered as imperially titled wives. Even if they are combined with evil stars, they will still be wealthy and noble, though they may have private affairs and immoral behavior.

歌曰：天乙貴人眾所欽，命逢金帶福彌深。飛騰名譽人爭慕，博雅皆通古與今。魁鉞二星限中強，人人遇此廣錢糧。官吏逢之發財福，當年必定見君王。

The song says: "Tianyi Nobleman" (i.e., Tiankui and Tianyue) are stars that are universally respected and admired. When they appear in one's fate, it is like wearing a golden belt and holding a high official position, bringing especially deep blessings. Such people have great fame and success, with everyone competing to admire them; they are knowledgeable and refined, understanding all matters from ancient times to the present. When Tiankui and Tianyue stars fall into the big limit or small limit, their power is strongest, and everyone who encounters them will have abundant wealth and income. Officials who meet them will certainly become wealthy and blessed, and they will certainly have the opportunity to meet the emperor in the same year.

希夷先生答曰：祿存北斗第三星，真人之宿，主人貴爵，掌人壽基。帝相扶之施權，日月得之增輝。天府武曲為厥職，天梁天同共其祥。十二宮中惟身命、田宅、財帛為要，主富。

Master Xiyi replied: "Lúcun" is the third star of the Big Dipper, belonging to the star mansion of the true person (a person who has attained enlightenment), governing a person's rank and honor, and controlling the foundation of one's lifespan. With the Emperor star "Ziwēi" and the Minister star "Tiānxiāng" assisting it, it can exercise authority; when the Sun star and the Moon star receive it, their brilliance becomes even more luminous. "Tianfu" and "Wuqu" share the same duties with it, while "Tianliang" and "Tiantong" share good fortune with it. Among the twelve palaces, only the Palace of the Body, the Palace of the Destiny, and the Palace of Wealth are most important. If "Lúcun" is located in these three palaces, the person is wealthy.

居遷移則佳，與帝星守官祿宜子孫爵秩。若獨守命而無吉化，乃看財奴耳。逢吉逞其權，遇惡敗其跡。最嫌落於陷空不能為福，更湊火鈴空劫，巧藝安身。蓋祿爵當得勢而享之，守身命主人慈厚信直，通文濟楚。女人清淑機巧能幹能為，有君子之志。紫府廉同會合，作祿存上局。大抵此星諸宮降福消災。

Lushen in the Migration palace is also beneficial, indicating gain from going out; when it shares the official position palace with the Purple Micro Emperor star, it is favorable for descendants to attain titles and ranks. However, if it alone guards the Life Palace without the assistance of auspicious transformations like 'Hua Lu' or 'Hua Quan', it is merely a money keeper who guards others' wealth. When encountering auspicious stars, it can exert power, but when meeting malevolent stars, it causes misfortune. The most unfavorable situation is when it falls into 'Xian Di' or 'Kongwang', in which case it cannot bring benefits. If it is further combined with 'Huo Xing', 'Ling Xing', 'Di Kong', and 'Di Jie', it can only rely on a skill to survive. Generally, honor and titles can only be enjoyed when one is in power. When Lushen guards the body palace and Life Palace, the person is benevolent, kind, honest, upright, knowledgeable in literature, and efficient in handling affairs. For women, they are graceful, intelligent, capable, and have the ambition of a gentleman. If it is combined with 'Zi Wei', 'Tian Fu', and 'Lian Zhen', it forms an excellent configuration for Lushen. Overall, this star, wherever it falls, can bring blessings and alleviate calamities.

歌曰：斗北祿存星，數中為上局。守值身命內，不貴多金玉。此為迪吉星，亦可登仕路。文人有聲名，武人有厚祿。常庶發橫財，僧道亦主福。官吏若逢之，斷然食天祿。

The song says: The "L禄存" star of the Big Dipper is considered a superior configuration in the system of destiny calculation. If this star is in the palace of destiny or the palace of the body, one may not become a high official, but will certainly have wealth and treasures. This is a star that guides people towards auspiciousness and can also lead them to a career in officialdom. Scholars who possess this star will gain reputation and fame, warriors will receive generous salaries. Common people encountering this star will gain unexpected wealth, while monks and Taoists will experience good fortune. Officials who meet this star will certainly receive salary from the imperial court.

又曰：夾祿拱貴並化祿，金裡重逢金滿屋。不惟方丈比諸侯，一食萬鍾猶未足。祿存對向守遷移，三合逢之利祿宜。得逢遐邇人欽敬，的然白手起家基。

Another rhyme says: If the "Lu Cun" star is sandwiched between the two neighboring palaces of the Life Palace, and there is also the "noble person" star shining upon it, plus the "化禄" star coming together, it is like encountering gold again in gold, with gold and jade filling the house. Such people not only have a spacious table for meals and a grand display comparable to princes, but even a single meal consuming ten thousand measures of grain is still not enough. When "禄存" is in the palace opposite the Life Palace, or meets the Life Palace in the "triple harmony" palace, it is favorable for obtaining salary and wealth. These people are truly respected and admired by both near and far, and indeed can start from nothing and establish great achievements.

希夷先生答曰：諸宮各有制化，如身命臨之謂之驛馬。喜祿存、紫府、昌曲，守照為吉。如大小二限臨之，更遇祿存紫府，流昌必利。

Master Xiyi replied: "The Star of Movement" falling in various palace positions has its own constraints and changes. For example, if it is in the palace of the body or the palace of destiny, it is called "The Post-horse," indicating travel and movement. It prefers the stars "Wealth-salary," "The Emperor," "Treasury and Command," "Star of Examinations and Documents," and "Star of Talent and Eloquence" to be in the same palace or shining from the opposite palace, which brings good fortune. If the major and minor limits reach the palace where "The Star of Movement" is located, and also meet "Wealth-salary," "The Emperor," and "Treasury and Command," and further combined with the flowing year's "Flowing Star of Examinations and Documents," success and benefit will certainly be achieved.

如與祿存同宮，謂之祿馬交馳，又曰折鞭馬；紫府同宮謂之扶轝馬；刑殺同宮謂之負尸馬；火星同宮謂之戰馬；日月同宮謂雌雄馬；逢空亡謂之死馬、亡馬；居絕死謂之死馬；遇陀羅謂之折足馬。以上犯此數者，俱主災病，流年值之依此斷。

If the Star of Movement is in the same palace as the Wealth-Salary Star, it is called "Lusha Jiaochi" or "Zhe Bian Ma"; if it is in the same palace as the Emperor Star or the Treasury Star, it is called "Fuyu Ma," meaning the horse used by the emperor; if it is in the same palace as the Star of Punishment or the General Star, it is called "Fushī Ma"; if it is in the same palace as the Malefic of Violence, it is called "Zhan Ma"; if it is in the same palace as the Star of Brightness and Prestige or the Wealth Star, it is called "Cixiong Ma"; if it meets Kongwang, it is called "Si Ma" or "Wang Ma"; if it falls in the "Jue" or "Si" positions of the Twelve Longevity, it is also called "Si Ma"; if it meets the Malefic of Delay and Entanglement, it is called "Zhe Zu Ma." All these are considered ominous and are associated with calamity and illness; when the current year arrives at such positions, the same principles apply.

希夷先生答曰：祿為福德之神。守身命官祿之位，科權相逢必作大臣之職。小限逢之主進財入仕之喜。大限十年吉慶無疑，惡曜來臨並羊陀火忌沖照，亦不為害。女人吉湊作命婦，二限逢之，內外威嚴，殺湊平常。

Master Xiyi replied: "Hua Lu" is the deity in charge of blessings and virtue. When it is located in the position of the body palace, the Life Palace, or the official position palace, and meets with "Hua Ke" and "Hua Quan", the person is sure to attain a high official rank. If the small limit reaches Hua Lu, it indicates good fortune in gaining wealth and entering officialdom; if the big limit of ten years reaches Hua Lu, the auspiciousness is certain, even if evil stars come, or "Qingyang", "Tuo Luo", "Huo Xing", and "Hua Ji" from the opposite palace shine upon it, it will not cause harm. For a woman's chart, if good stars are combined with Hua Lu, she can become a imperially titled wife; if she meets Hua Lu in both the big and small limits, she will display an imposing and dignified appearance both inside and outside. If malevolent stars are combined with it, it will be ordinary only.

希夷先生答曰：權星掌判生殺之神。守身命科祿相逢出將入相。科權相逢必定文章冠世，人皆欽仰。小限相逢，無有不吉。大限十年，必然遂志。如逢羊陀耗使劫空，聽讒貽累，官災貶謫。女人得之內外稱志，可作命婦。僧道掌山林有師號。

Master Xiye said: "Huaquan" is the deity in charge of the power of judgment and punishment. It guards the body palace and the destiny palace, and when it meets with "Huake" and "Hualu," the person can become a general when going out and a minister when entering the court. When "Huake" meets with "Huaquan," the person's writings will be unparalleled, and everyone will admire and respect him. When the small limit reaches "Huaquan," there will be no misfortune; when the great limit reaches "Huaquan" after ten years, everything will go as desired. However, if it meets with "Qingyang," "Tuo Luo," "Dahao," "Tianshi," "Dijie," or "Tiankong," the person will suffer from being deceived by slander, leading to troubles, lawsuits, demotion, and punishment. A woman's destiny with "Huaquan" will bring satisfaction both inside and outside, allowing her to become a imperially titled wife. A monk or Taoist with "Huaquan" can manage mountains, forests, temples, and monasteries, and be recognized as a master.

希夷先生答曰：科星上界應試，主掌文墨之星。守身命權祿相逢宰臣之貴。如逢惡曜亦為文章秀士，可作群英師範。女命吉拱，主貴封贈。雖四殺沖破，亦為富貴。與科星拱照沖同論。

Master Xiyi replied: "Hua Ke" is a star from the heavenly realm that oversees examinations and governs written words and calligraphy. If it is stationed in the body palace or the Life Palace, and meets with "Hua Quan" and "Hua Lu", it indicates a high official or a minister of great importance. Even if it meets with evil stars, it still signifies a talented scholar with outstanding literary ability, capable of serving as a model for many outstanding talents. For a woman's chart, if it is supported by auspicious stars, it indicates high status and receiving imperial honors; even if it is opposed by the four malefic stars "Qing Yang", "Tuo Luo", "Huo Xing", and "Ling Xing", she will still attain wealth and honor. Other stars that form an auspicious or opposing relationship with Hua Ke are also interpreted according to the same principle.

希夷先生答曰：忌為多管之神。守身命一生不順，小限逢之一年不足，大限十年悔吝。二限太歲交臨，斷然蹭蹬。文人不耐久，武人縱有官災口舌不妨。雖商賈技藝人，皆不宜利。

Master Xiyi replied: "The 'Hua Ji' is a deity who meddles unnecessarily and hinders everywhere. If it resides in the body宫 or the命宫, one's life will be full of obstacles and difficulties. When it meets the small limit, there will be constant regrets in that year. When it meets the large limit, there will be much regret and sorrow in the ten years. If both the large limit and the small limit coincide with the annual stem and branch in the same宫, then one will certainly face hardships and be at a loss. Scholars encountering it will find their official careers difficult to sustain; warriors encountering it may have disputes and lawsuits, but this is not a great problem. As for merchants and artisans encountering it, it is unfavorable for gaining profits."

如會紫府、昌曲、左右、科權祿，與忌同宮又兼四殺共處，即發財亦不佳，功名亦不成就。如單逢四殺、耗使、劫空，主奔波帶疾。僧道流移還俗。處事只求七分。

If the afflicted star meets the Emperor star, Treasury star, Star of Examinations and Documents, Star of Talent and Eloquence, Auxiliary Auspicious stars, and the fortunate stars of academic achievement, authority, and wealth, but the same palace also contains the four malefic stars of injury, delay and entanglement, violence, and hidden-fire, then even if wealth is obtained, it is not beneficial, and success in official positions will also be difficult to achieve. If only the four malefic stars and the Star of Great Expenditure, Star of the Messenger of Illness, Plunder Malefic, and Star of Emptiness are present, it indicates a life of constant toil and illness. Monks and Taoists may be exiled from their temples and return to secular life. Such a destiny can only achieve seven parts, and one should not strive for perfection.

希夷先生答曰：擎羊北斗之助星。守身命性粗行暴，孤單，視親為疏，翻恩為怨。入廟性剛果決，機謀好勇，主權貴。北方生人為福，四墓生人不忌。

Master Xiyi replied: "Qingyang" is an auxiliary star of the Big Dipper. When it guards the body palace and the destiny palace, it indicates a person with a rough character and impetuous behavior, living alone and treating close relatives as strangers, turning kindness into resentment. If it is in a flourishing position called "ru mi," then the person is strong-willed and decisive, resourceful and fond of displaying strength, likely to hold power and achieve prestige. Those born in the north benefit from it, and those born in the years of Chen, Xu, Chou, and Wei, the four "mu" years, need not fear it.

居卯酉作禍興殃，刑剋極甚。六甲六庚生人，必有凶禍。縱富貴不久亦不善終，若九流工藝人辛勤。加火忌劫空沖破，殘疾離祖刑剋六親。女人入廟加吉上局，殺耗沖破多主刑剋下局。

If the Malefic of Injury (擎羊) falls in the Mao or You palace, it will cause chaos and disasters, with severe punishments and harm. Those born in the Jia (甲) year or Geng (庚) year (Six Jia and Six Geng) will certainly face dangers and misfortunes; even if they become wealthy for a time, their prosperity will not last long, and they are likely to die an untimely death. If they engage in miscellaneous trades or manual skills, they will have a life full of hardship and toil. If further combined with the Malefic of Violence (火星), the transformed Hua Ji (化忌), the Plunder Malefic (地劫), and the Star of Emptiness (天空) breaking through, it indicates physical disabilities, leaving their ancestral home and family, and causing severe punishments and harm to their six relations. For women, if the Malefic of Injury (擎羊) is in its proper position and combined with auspicious stars, it is considered a superior pattern. However, if it is broken by malevolent stars and the Star of Great Expenditure (大耗), it often leads to punishments and harm, considered an inferior pattern.

希夷先生答曰：陀羅北斗之助星。守身命心行不正，暗淚長流，性剛威猛，作事進退。橫成橫破，飄蕩不定。與貪狼同度因酒色以成癆，與火鈴同處，疥疫不死。居疾厄，暗疾纏綿。

Master Xiyi replied: "Tuo Luo" is an auxiliary star of the Big Dipper. It guards the body palace and the Life Palace (life palace), indicating a person whose thoughts and actions are not upright, often secretly weeping, with a harsh and fierce nature, yet hesitating and indecisive in doing things, advancing a step and then retreating. Family affairs often suddenly rise and suddenly fall, leading to a life of constant wandering. When "Tuo Luo" shares a palace with "Tan Wang," it may lead to illness from indulgence in wine and women. When it shares a palace with "Huo Xing" and "Ling Xing," it may cause skin diseases or epidemics, but these are not fatal. If it falls in the palace of illness, it indicates a hidden chronic illness that is difficult to recover from.

辰戌丑未生人為福，在廟財官論，文人不耐久，武人橫發高遷。若陷地加殺刑剋招凶，二姓延生，女人刑剋下賤。

Those born in the years of Chen, Xu, Chou, or Wei may actually benefit from having the Malefic of delay and entanglement. If this Malefic is in a "temple" position, it can be interpreted as having wealth and official status. Scholars who have it may not maintain their official positions for long, while those who practice martial arts may achieve unexpected success and rapid promotion. However, if the Malefic is in a "declined" position and combined with malevolent stars, it can cause injuries, harm, and misfortune, possibly leading to the necessity of being adopted by another family to preserve life. For women, encountering this may indicate harm to relatives and a low social status.

玉蟾先生曰：擎羊陀羅二星屬火金，乃北斗浮星，在斗司奏，在數凶厄。羊化氣曰刑，陀化氣曰忌。怕臨兄弟、田宅、父母三宮。忌三合臨身命，合昌曲、左右有暗痣、眼痣。見日月女剋夫，而夫克婦，為諸宮之凶神。

Master Yu Chán said: "The stars 'Qing Yang' and 'Tu Luo' belong to the elements of fire and metal respectively, and are floating stars of the Big Dipper. Within the palace of the Dipper, they are in charge of reporting matters. In the system of destiny calculation, they govern misfortunes and dangers. The energy of 'Qing Yang' is called 'Xing' (punishment), and the energy of 'Tu Luo' is called 'Ji' (prohibition). They are most feared when they appear in the brothers' palace, the property palace, and the parents' palace. They are also to be avoided when they shine upon the body palace and the destiny palace from the 'San He' (Triple Harmony) palaces. If they combine with 'Wen Chang', 'Wen Qu', 'Zuo Fu', and 'You Bi', there will be dark moles on the body or moles on the eyes. If they meet with 'Tai Yang' and 'Tai Yin', a female's fate will harm her husband, and a male's fate will harm his wife. They are truly the凶神 (malevolent spirits) among the twelve palaces."

忌同日月則傷親損目；刑並桃花則風流惹禍；忌貪狼合因花酒以忘身；刑與暗同行招暗疾而壞目；忌與殺暗同度招凌辱而生暗疾；與火鈴為凶伴只宜僧道；權刑合殺疾病官厄不免；貪耗流年面上刺痕。二限更遇此，災害不時而生也。

When the malefic of delay and entanglement (陀罗) transforms into the 'taboo' (忌) and shares a palace with the Star of brightness and prestige (太阳) and the Wealth star and mother star (太阴), it harms the parents and damages the eyes. When the malefic of injury (擎羊) transforms into the 'punishment' (刑) and is in the same palace as the Taohua star, it leads to troubles from romantic affairs. When the 'taboo' (忌) combines with the Star of romance and desire (贪狼), it causes indulgence in pleasures and neglect of personal safety. When the 'punishment' (刑) joins the dark star (巨门), it brings hidden illnesses and eye problems. When the 'taboo' (忌) joins the General star and star of severity (七杀) and other dark stars, it leads to humiliation and hidden illnesses. When these combine with the malefic of violence (火星) and the hidden-fire malefic (铃星), the fate is only suitable for a monk or Taoist. When the 'authority' (化权) and 'punishment' (天刑) join the General star (七杀), diseases and legal troubles are inevitable. When the Star of romance and desire (贪狼) meets the Star of great expenditure (大耗) in the flowing year, it leaves scars on the face. When the major and minor limits reach these combinations, disasters occur at any time.

歌曰：刑與暗同行，暗疾刑六親。火鈴遇凶伴，只宜道與僧。權刑囚合殺，疾病災厄侵。貪耗流年聚，面上刺痕新。限運若逢此，橫禍血刃生。

The rhyme says: "The Star of Punishment and the Hidden Star of Dark Star and Speech travel together, indicating chronic illness and punishment of the Six Relations. The Malefic of Violence and the Hidden-Fire Malefic meet with evil companions, and such a fate is only suitable for becoming a Taoist or a Buddhist monk. The Transformation of Authority and the Star of Punishment combine with the Captive Star of Integrity and the General Star of Severity, leading to continuous illness and calamity. The Star of Romance and Desire and the Star of Great Expenditure meet in the flowing year, resulting in new tattoo-like wounds on the face. If the major and minor limits reach such a combination, sudden misfortunes and injuries from sharp weapons will occur."

羊陀夭壽殺，人遇為掃星。君子防恐懼，小人遭凌刑。遇耗決乞求，只宜林泉人。二限倘來犯，不時災禍侵。

The stars "Qingyang" and "Tuo Luo" are malevolent stars that cause loss of life. When people encounter them, it is as if they have met the comet of misfortune, which is ominous. A virtuous person encountering them should beware of sudden fears and anxieties, while a petty person will suffer humiliation and punishment. If these stars are also combined with "Dahao," one will certainly have to beg from door to door for survival; such a fate is only suitable for hermits living in mountains and springs. If these stars are confronted in major or minor life periods, calamities will frequently come knocking.

答曰：火星乃南斗浮星也。希夷先生歌曰：火星大殺將，南斗號殺神。若主身命位，諸宮不可臨。性氣亦沉毒，剛強出眾人。毛髮多異類，唇齒有傷痕。更與羊陀會，襁褓必災迍。過房出外養，二姓可延生。

The response says: "Huo Xing" is a floating star in the Southern Dipper. Master Xi Yi's mnemonic verse states: "Huo Xing is an extremely凶ous Great Sha, known as the executioner in the Southern Dipper. If it governs the position of the body宫 or the命宫, then none of the twelve宫 should have it present. Such a person has a sullen and cruel temperament, with a strength beyond ordinary people; their hair and beard are different from common people, and their lips and teeth bear scars. If it combines with "Qing Yang" and "Tuo Luo," they will surely encounter calamity and hardship even in the cradle, and must be adopted by others, raised elsewhere, and take on a different surname in order to survive."

此星東南利，不利西北生。若得貪狼會，旺地貴無倫。封侯居上將，勳業著邊庭。三方無殺破，中年後始興。僧道多飄蕩，不守規戒心。女人旺地潔，陷地主邪淫，刑夫又克子，下賤勞碌人。

This star benefits those born in the east and south, but is unfavorable to those born in the west and north. If it combines with the Star of Romance and Desire and is located in a prosperous position, one's status and fame will be unparalleled: achieving high military rank, receiving honors, and gaining renown in the border regions. As long as the three harmonious positions (triple harmony) do not have malevolent stars or the Expenditure Star and Vanguard Star disrupting them, prosperity will begin in middle age. Monks and Taoists possessing this star often lead a wandering life and find it difficult to maintain their monastic discipline. For women, if the Malefic of Violence is in a prosperous position, they may remain chaste, but if it is in a declining position, it indicates immoral behavior, causing harm to their husbands and children, and leading to a life of low status and hard work.

答曰：鈴星乃南斗助星也。希夷先生歌曰：大殺鈴星將，南斗為從神。值人身命者，性格亦沉吟。形貌多異類，威勢有聲名。若與貪狼會，指日立邊庭。廟地財官貴，陷地主孤貧。羊陀若湊合，其刑大不清。

The answer says: "Ling Xing" is an assistant star of the Southern Dipper. Master Xiyi's mnemonic verse states: "Ling Xing is the great sha, serving as a subordinate deity in the Southern Dipper. It guards a person's body palace and destiny palace; such a person has a gloomy and anxious disposition, with unclear thoughts and troubles. Their appearance differs from ordinary people, and they possess a fierce aura and a notable reputation. If "Tan Lang" joins with "Ling Xing," great achievements can be made on the frontier within a short time. When "Ling Xing" is in a "temple place," it indicates wealth, officialdom, and high status; but when it falls in a "depressed place," it signifies loneliness and poverty. If "Qing Yang" and "Tuo Luo" join together, the severity of punishment and injury becomes extremely unfavorable.

孤單並棄祖，殘傷帶疾人。僧道多飄蕩，還俗定無疑。女人無吉曜，刑剋少六親。終身不貞潔，壽夭仍困貧。

Such a person is lonely and unsupported, having abandoned ancestral property and left their hometown, with physical injuries and illness. Those who become monks or Taoist priests are mostly wandering and unsettled, and their return to secular life is certain. For a woman's fate, if there are no auspicious stars accompanying her, she will suffer from punishments and harm, with few relatives; she cannot maintain chastity throughout her life, and she will either die young or live in hardship and poverty.

此星大殺將，其惡不可禁。一生有凶禍，聚實為虛情。七殺主陣亡，破軍財屋傾。廉宿羊刑會，劫空主刀兵。或遇貪狼宿，官祿亦不寧。若逢居旺地，富貴不可論。

This star is an extremelyvicious great Sha, its malevolent force cannot be restrained. Throughout life, there are always dangers and misfortunes. It seems as if things are gathering, but in reality, they are all false and insincere. When this star meets with Ling Xing, it indicates death in battle; when it meets with Po Jun, it signifies the loss of wealth and the collapse of the family home; when it combines with Lian Zhen, Qing Yang, or Tian Xing, or when it joins with Di Jie and Tian Kong, it indicates suffering from weapons and violence; or if it meets with Tan Lang, even the official position is not secure. However, if this star is located in a prosperous position, the level of wealth and honor is beyond words.

玉蟾先生曰：火鈴陀羅金，擎羊刑忌訣。一名馬掃星，又名短壽殺。君子失其權，小人犯刑法。孤獨克六親，災禍常不歇。腰足唇齒傷，勞碌多蹇剝。破相又勞心，乞丐填溝壑。武曲並貪狼，一世招凶惡。疾厄若逢之，四時不離著。只宜山寺僧，金谷常安樂。

Master Yu Chán said: "The stars Mars, Bell Star, and Tuo Luo all possess the nature of metal, and together with Qing Yang they are called the诀 of punishment and prohibition. They are also known as the Star of Sweeping Horses or the Killer of Short Life. A gentleman encountering them will lose power, while a petty person will break the law. The master will be lonely, harming the Six Relations, and suffering continuous misfortunes. The waist, legs, lips, and teeth are easily injured, and throughout life there will be much toil and obstacles; the body may be disfigured, the mind troubled, and even become a beggar, with bones filling the ditches. If these stars appear together with Wu Qu and Tan Lang, one will constantly encounter evil throughout life; if they appear in the Health and Illness Palace, one will suffer illness all year round. Such a destiny is only suitable for a monk in a mountain temple, content with hardship, and thus can often enjoy peace and comfort, surpassing the wealthy in the Golden Valley Garden."

希夷先生曰：二星守身命，遇吉則吉，遇凶則凶。如四殺沖照，輕者下賤，重者六畜之命。僧道不正，女子婢妾，刑剋孤獨。大抵二星俱不宜見，定主破財，二限逢之必凶。

Master Xiyi said: "The stars 'Sky Void' and 'Earth Plunder' when occupying the body palace and destiny palace, bring good fortune if they meet auspicious stars, and misfortune if they meet inauspicious stars. If the four malefics 'Malefic of Injury,' 'Malefic of Delay and Entanglement,' 'Malefic of Violence,' and 'Hidden-fire Malefic' are opposing from the opposite palace, light cases result in low social status, severe cases make one's fate like that of an animal. Monks and Taoists may behave improperly, women may become servants or concubines, all indicating injuries, punishments, and loneliness. In general, these two stars are undesirable; encountering them inevitably leads to financial loss. When the major and minor periods reach the palace where these stars are located, there will certainly be danger."

歌曰：劫空為害最愁人，才智英雄誤一身。只好為僧並學術，堆金積玉也須貧。

The rhyme says: "Plunder malefic and Star of emptiness cause harm, causing great worry: even the most talented heroes and outstanding individuals may be ruined in their lives. Such a destiny is only suitable for becoming a monk or devoting oneself to a single discipline or skill; even if one has accumulated gold and jade, in the end one will inevitably become poor."

希夷先生答曰：天傷乃上天虛耗之神，天使乃上天傳使之神。太歲二限逢之不問得地否？只要吉多為福其禍稍輕，如無吉，值巨門、羊陀、火鈴、忌、天機，其年必主官災，喪亡破敗。

Master Xiyi replied: "Tian Shang" is the divine spirit in charge of loss and depletion by heaven, and "Tian Shi" is the divine spirit who conveys heavenly missions. When the flow year's Tai Sui and the great limit and small limit reach these two stars, there is no need to inquire whether they are in favorable positions; as long as there are many auspicious stars, one can still achieve blessings and suffer less misfortune. If there are no auspicious stars, but instead encounter "Jumen," "Qingyang," "Tuo Luo," "Huo Xing," "Ling Xing," "Hua Ji," and "Tian Ji," then this year will certainly bring lawsuits, calamities, or even loss and ruin.

限至大耗號天傷，夫子在陳也絕糧。天使限臨人共忌，石崇鉅富破家亡。

When one's destiny reaches "Great Expenditure," it is called encountering "Depletion and Injury." In the past, Confucius was trapped in the state of Chen and suffered from a shortage of food, which was exactly such a destiny. When "Messenger of Illness" appears in one's destiny, it is something everyone should avoid. Even a wealthy man like Shi Chong of the Western Jin dynasty, who was extremely rich, ended up losing his family and home when he encountered it.

希夷先生答曰：天刑守命身，不為僧道定主孤刑，不夭則貧。父母兄弟不得全，二限逢之主出家，官事牢獄失財，入廟則吉。

Master Xiyi replied: "The Star of Punishment" stationed in the Life Palace and Body Palace indicates that if the person does not become a monk or a Taoist priest, it will inevitably lead to loneliness and punishment, either short life or poverty. Parents and siblings cannot both be harmonious. When the great and small limits reach the Star of Punishment, it signifies monastic practice or legal troubles and financial loss. However, if the Star of Punishment falls in a flourishing position where it is "in its temple," it turns out to be auspicious.

歌曰：天刑未必是凶星，入廟名為天喜神。昌曲吉星來湊合，定然獻策到王庭。刑居寅上並酉戌，更臨卯位自光明。必遇文星成大業，掌握邊疆百萬兵。三不子兮號天刑，為僧為道是孤身。天哭二星皆同到，終是難逃有疾人。

The song says: "Tianxing" is not necessarily a malevolent star; when it is in a flourishing position, it is called "Tianxi Spirit." If auspicious stars such as "Wenchang" and "Wenqu" come to join it, the person will certainly be able to present strategies to the imperial court. When Tianxing is in the Yin Palace, You Palace, Xu Palace, or is in the Mao Palace, it itself is bright and powerful; if it meets with literary stars, it will surely achieve great accomplishments and command millions of troops to guard the borders. Tianxing is also known as "San Buzi," indicating shallow connections with the Six Relations; those who carry this star, whether they become monks or hermits, will be alone. If stars such as Tianku also join, they will ultimately be plagued by illness all their lives.

希夷先生答曰：天姚守身命，心性陰毒，多疑恐、善顏色、風流多婢、主淫。入廟旺主富貴多奴，居亥有學識。會惡星破家敗產，因色犯刑。六合重逢，少年夭折。若臨限不用媒妁，招手成婚。或紫微吉星加，剛柔相濟，主風騷，加紅鸞愈淫，加刑刃主夭。

Master Xiyi replied: "Tianyao" stationed in the body palace and the destiny palace indicates a person with a gloomy and cruel nature, being suspicious and easily frightened, skilled in grooming appearance and color, being flirtatious and lustful, with many concubines and servants, indicating indulgence in pleasures. If "Tianyao" is in a strong and flourishing position, it indicates wealth and numerous servants; those in the Hai palace have knowledge and insight. If it meets evil stars, it leads to the destruction of family and property, due to excessive indulgence in women and thus breaking the law. If "Tianyao" meets again in the "Liuxiong" palace, it indicates early death in youth. If "Tianyao" appears in the fortune period or limit, marriage does not require a matchmaker, and marriage can be arranged with a simple gesture. If "Ziwei" and other auspicious stars join, it indicates a balance of strength and flexibility, with the person being flirtatious and affectionate; adding "Hongluan" makes it even more indulgent; adding "Tianxing" and Qingyang (blade star) indicates short lifespan.

歌曰：天姚居戌卯酉遊，更入雙魚一併求。福厚生成耽酒色，無災無禍度春秋。天姚星與敗星同，號曰人間掃氣囂。辛苦平生過一世，不曾安跡在客中。人身偶爾值天姚，戀色貪花性帚凶。此曜若居生旺地，位登極品亦風騷。

The song says: "Tian Yao" falling in the Xu palace, or moving to the Mao or You palace, and then entering the Hai palace corresponding to the double fish, should all be considered together. Such people are born with great fortune, though they indulge in wine and women, they can still live through life without misfortune. If Tian Yao is in the same palace as the decay-and-expenditure stars, it is called the "sweeping and noisy" star in the human world, causing a person to work hard all their life, wander around, and never have a stable place to settle. If a person's body palace or destiny palace happens to meet Tian Yao, they will be addicted to women, pursue pleasures, and have a fierce and uncontrollable nature. If this star is in a prosperous and thriving place, then even if one reaches the highest official rank, they will still be extravagant and unrestrained.

希夷先生答曰：哭虛為惡曜，臨命最非常。加臨父母內，破蕩賣田莊。若教身命陷，窮獨帶刑傷。六親多不足，煩惱過時光。東謀西不就，心事匆忙忙。丑卯申宮吉，遇祿名顯揚。二限若逢之，哀哀哭斷腸。

Master Xiyi replied: "The stars Tian Ku and Tian Xu are ominous stars. When they appear in the命宫, it is very unusual. If they are in the parents'宫, it indicates the family's fortune will be ruined and the land and estates will be sold. If the body宫 and命宫 also fall into a declining position, then poverty, loneliness, and bodily injuries will result. The Six Relations are often lacking, and one will spend days in worry and trouble. One plans in the east but fails in the west, and the mind is restless and hurried. However, if they fall into the Chou宫, Mao宫, or Shen宫, it is beneficial. If the Star of Fortune is also present, one's reputation can still be prominent. When the great and small limits reach these two stars, one will be deeply sorrowful and weep bitterly."

太極星纏，乃群宿眾星之主；天門運限，即扶身助命之源。在天則運用無常，在人則命有格局。先明格局，次看眾星。或有同年同月同日同時而生，則有貧賤富貴壽夭之異；或在惡限，積百萬之金銀；或在旺鄉，遭連年之困苦。禍福不可一途而惟，吉凶不可一例而斷。

The celestial stars and their movements generated from the Taiji are the rulers of all the stars and constellations; the destiny palace, as the heavenly gate, and the course of one's life span are the fundamental supports for the body palace and the destiny palace. In the heavens, the movements and changes of the stars are unpredictable; when they relate to human beings, destiny takes on various patterns. To examine a person's destiny, the first step is to identify the pattern, and then to consider the convergence of various stars. Some people are born in the same year, month, day, and hour, yet they have different fates of poverty or wealth, longevity or short life; some are walking through an evil period of fortune yet accumulate millions in gold and silver; others are in a flourishing palace position yet suffer hardship for many years. This shows that misfortune and fortune cannot be understood through a single path, and good and bad fortune cannot be judged by a single example.

要知一世之榮枯，定看五行之宮位。立命可知貴賤，安身便曉根基。第一先看福德，再三細考遷移，分對宮之體用，定三合之源流。命無正曜，夭折孤貧；吉有凶星，美玉瑕玷。既得根源堅固，須知合局相生；堅固則富貴延壽，相生則財官昭著。命好身好限好到老榮昌，命衰身衰限衰終身乞丐。

To understand one's lifetime of prosperity and decline, one must examine which of the Five Phases falls into which palace. Once the destiny palace is established, one can discern status and rank; once the body palace is set, one can understand the foundation. The first step is to examine the fortune virtue palace, then carefully investigate the migration palace, distinguishing which palace is the main element and which is the auxiliary element, and determine the origins and connections of the triple harmony palace. If the destiny palace lacks the fourteen main stars, it indicates a short life and poverty; even if there are auspicious stars, if they are mixed with malevolent ones, it is like a beautiful jade with blemishes. Once the foundation is solid, one must also look at the overall structure to see if they are mutually generating: a solid foundation brings wealth and longevity, while a structure that mutually generates brings evident wealth, official positions, and fortune. If the destiny palace is good, the body palace is good, and the fortune periods are also good, one will remain prosperous and flourishing in old age; if the destiny palace is weak, the body palace is weak, and the fortune periods are also weak, one will be a beggar all one's life.

夾貴夾祿少人知，夾權夾科世所宜。夾日夾月誰能遇，夾昌夾曲主貴兮。夾空夾劫主貧賤，夾羊夾陀為乞丐。廉貞七殺反為積富之人，天梁太陰卻作飄蓬之客。廉貞主下賤孤寒，太陰主一生快樂。先貧後富武貪同身命之宮，先富後貧只為運限逢劫殺。

When the native's Life Palace is sandwiched between the Nobleman star and the Wealth-salary star, this is a rare and favorable configuration. Being sandwiched between Hua Quan and Hua Ke is even more desirable. Being sandwiched between the Star of brightness and prestige and the Wealth star and mother star is something few can encounter. Being sandwiched between the Star of examinations and documents and the Star of talent and eloquence indicates high status and prominence. However, being sandwiched between the Star of emptiness and the Plunder malefic indicates poverty and low status. Being sandwiched between the Malefic of injury and the Malefic of delay and entanglement can lead to becoming a beggar. When Lian Zhen and General star and star of severity are together, they can accumulate wealth. When Shelter star and longevity star and Wealth star and mother star are together, the person becomes a wandering traveler. Lian Zhen can also indicate low status and hardship, while Wealth star and mother star suggests a life of happiness. Those who become poor first and then rich have Wealth star and general star and Star of romance and desire together in their Life Palace. Those who become rich first and then poor are due to encountering the Plunder malefic and General star and star of severity, which are stars of calamity.

出世榮華權祿守財官之位，生來貧賤劫空臨財福之鄉。文曲武曲為人多學多能，左輔右弼稟性克寬克厚。天府天相乃為衣祿之神，為仕為官定主亨通之兆。苗而不秀科名陷於凶神，發不主財祿主躔於弱地。七殺朝斗爵祿榮昌，紫府同宮終身福厚。

Those who enjoy prosperity from birth have the stars of authority and fortune in the Wealth and Officialdom Houses. Those born into poverty have the stars of plunder and emptiness in the Wealth and Virtue Houses. Those with the stars of talent and eloquence and wealth and general in their fate are learned and capable. Those with the auxiliary auspicious stars in their fate are kind and generous. The stars of treasury and seal are the deities governing food, clothing, and salary; whether serving in government or holding office, they indicate a smooth and prosperous future. Those whose academic achievements are like rice ears without grain, meaning their fame and titles are empty, have the stars of academic success trapped among malevolent influences. Those who rise in status but lack wealth have the fortune star in a weak house. The pattern of "seven generals facing the pole star" indicates a flourishing and glorious career with rank and salary. The conjunction of the emperor star and treasury star indicates a deep and lasting fortune throughout life.

紫微居午無殺湊位至三公，天府臨戌有星扶腰金衣紫。科權祿拱名譽昭彰，武曲廟垣威名赫奕。科明祿暗位列三臺，日月同臨官居侯伯。巨機同宮公卿之位，貪鈴並守將相之名。天魁天鉞蓋世文章，天祿天馬驚人甲第。

The star of the Emperor is located in the Wu palace without any malevolent stars accompanying it, allowing one to attain the rank of the Three Grand Ministers. The Treasury star is in the Xu palace with auspicious stars supporting it, enabling one to wear golden belts and purple robes. When the stars of academic achievement, authority, and wealth are supported from all sides, one's reputation becomes prominent. The Wealth and General star is in a strong and favorable palace, bringing great fame. A pattern of academic brilliance and hidden wealth leads to high-ranking positions among the Three Platforms. When the Sun and Moon stars are in the same palace, one can attain the rank of Marquis. When the Dark star and the Star of Wisdom are in the same palace, one can hold a position of Grand Minister. When the Star of Romance and the Hidden-Fire Malefic are in the same palace, one can gain the reputation of a general or minister. The Yang Benefactor and Yin Benefactor indicate extraordinary literary achievements. When the Wealth-Salary star is with the Star of Movement, it signifies remarkable success in the imperial examinations.

左輔文昌會吉星尊居八座，貪狼火星居廟旺名鎮諸邦。巨日同宮官封三代，紫府朝垣食祿萬鍾。科權對拱躍三汲於禹門，日月並明佐九重於堯殿。府相同來會命宮全家食祿，三合明珠生旺地穩步蟾宮。七殺破軍宜出外，機月同梁作吏人。

The conjunction of "Left Assistant" and "Wen Chang" forms auspicious stars, enabling one to hold the position of the Eight Seats. The combination of "Tan Lang" and "Fire Star" in a strong and flourishing position brings fame that subdues all surrounding states. When "Ju Men" is in the same palace as the "Sun Star," one's official rank can be conferred upon three generations of ancestors. The "Zi Wei" and "Tian Fu" stars, when they support the Life Palace from three directions, allow one to enjoy a salary of ten thousand measures. The "Hua Ke" and "Hua Quan" stars shining in the opposite palace are like a carp leaping three times over the Yu Gate (Dragon Gate) to transform into a dragon. When the "Sun Star" and "Tai Yin" are both bright, it is like assisting the sage Emperor Yao in the palace of nine layers. When "Tian Fu" and "Tian Xiang" join the Life Palace, the whole family can receive salaries. The "Pearl Emerging from the Sea" pattern falling in the Triple Harmony's prosperous land allows one to steadily achieve success in the Imperial Examination. Those with "Qi Sha" and "Po Jun" in their Life Palace are suitable for developing outside. Those with the combination of "Tian Ji," "Tai Yin," "Tian Tong," and "Tian Liang" are suitable for administrative posts.

紫府日月居旺地斷定公侯器，日月科祿丑宮中定是方伯公。天梁天馬陷飄蕩無疑，廉貞殺不加聲名遠播。日照雷門富貴榮華，月朗天門進爵封侯。寅逢府相位登一品之榮，墓逢左右尊居八座之貴。梁居午位官資清顯，曲遇梁星位至臺綱。

The stars "Ziwei" and "Tianfu" together with the Sun and Moon stars are in a strong position, indicating the character of a marquis or duke. The Sun and Moon stars along with "Huake" and "Hualu" in the Chou palace definitely lead to the position of a regional governor. The stars "Tianliang" and "Tianma" falling into a weak position mean a life of wandering and instability. If "Lianzhen" and "Qishashi" are not accompanied by malefic stars, they instead indicate widespread fame. The "Rizhao Leimen" pattern with the Sun shining on the Mao palace signifies wealth and honor. The "Yuelang Tianmen" pattern with the Moon shining brightly on the Hai palace indicates promotion, advancement, and being enfeoffed as a marquis. When the Yin Palace meets "Tianfu" and "Tianxiang," one can attain the honor of a first rank official. When the Left and Right Auspicious Stars meet in the Chen, Xu, Chou, or Wei palaces, one's status ranks among the Eight Seats. The star "Tianliang" sitting in the Wu palace indicates a high and clear official position. When "Wenqu" meets "Tianliang," one can hold a position of governance and order in the imperial court.

科祿巡逢周勃欣然入相，文星暗拱賈誼允矣登科。擎羊火星威權出眾，貪武同行威鎮邊夷。李廣不封擎羊逢於力士，顏回夭折文昌陷於天傷。仲由威猛廉貞入廟遇將軍，子羽才能巨宿同梁沖且合。寅申最喜同梁會，辰戌應嫌陷巨門。

When "Hua Ke" and "Hua Lu" meet in the course of a person's fortune and destiny, it is like Zhou Bo's joyous entry into court to become prime minister during the early Han dynasty; when the literary star shines in secret, it is like Jia Yi's genuine success in the imperial examinations. When "Qing Yang" and "Huo Xing" appear together, their power and authority surpass others; when "Tan Lang" and "Wu Qu" are in conjunction, their fame and prestige intimidate the frontier tribes. Li Guang never received a marquis title throughout his life because "Qing Yang" met "Li Shi"; Yan Hui died young because "Wen Chang" was located in "Tian Shang." Zhong You (Zi Lu) was remarkably fierce and powerful because "Lian Zhen" was in its proper position and met "Jiang Jun" star; Dan Tai Zi Yu was exceptionally talented because "Ju Men" was in conjunction with both "Tian Tong" and "Tian Liang," which were in conflict and harmony. The Yin and Shen palaces most favor the meeting of "Tian Tong" and "Tian Liang"; the Chen and Xu palaces should be cautious of the fallen "Ju Men."

祿倒馬倒忌太歲之合劫空，運衰限衰喜紫微之解凶厄。孤貧多有壽，富貴即夭亡。弔客喪門綠珠有墮樓之厄，官符太歲公冶有縲紲之憂。限至天羅地網屈原溺水而身亡，運遇地劫天空阮籍有貧窮之苦。文昌文曲會廉貞喪命天年，命空限空無吉湊功名蹭蹬。

When "Lúcún" and "Tiānmǎ" are inverted, it is most inauspicious if the current year's Tai Sui also meets "Dijie" and "Tiankong". When one's fortune and limits are declining, it is preferable for "Ziwēi" to come and resolve the dangers and difficulties. Those who are lonely and poor often live long, while the wealthy may die young. When "Diaokè" and "Sangmen" meet, it is like the case of Liu Zhu from the Jin Dynasty who fell from the building and died; when "Guanfu" meets the current year's Tai Sui, it is like the case of Gongyichang, Confucius' disciple, who was imprisoned. When the fortune reaches "Tianluo Diwang" (the Chen and Xu mansions), it is like Qu Yuan who drowned himself in the river; when the fortune meets "Dijie" and "Tiankong", it is like Ruan Ji's experience of being in a desperate situation. When "Wenchang" and "Wenqu" meet "Lianzhen", it indicates the loss of one's natural life. If the birth mansion is empty, the fortune is empty, and there are no auspicious stars to support, then the path to fame and official position will be difficult and unsmooth.

生逢天空猶如半天折翅，命中遇劫恰如浪裡行船。項羽英雄限至天空而喪國，石崇豪富限行劫地以亡家。呂后專權兩重天祿天馬，楊妃好色三合文曲文昌。天梁遇馬女命賤而且淫，昌曲夾墀男命貴而且顯。極居卯酉多為脫俗僧人，貞居卯酉定是公胥吏輩。

Being born with the star 「Sky Emptiness」 is like flying halfway through the air and having one's wings broken; encountering 「Earth Plunder」 in one's fate is like sailing through turbulent waves. A hero like Xiang Yu lost his kingdom when his destiny reached 「Sky Emptiness」; a wealthy man like Shi Chong lost his family and died in ruin when his fate reached 「Earth Plunder」. Empress Lu was able to dominate the court because she had two layers of 「Wealth-Salary」 and 「Star of Movement」 in her destiny; Consort Yang's penchant for lust was due to the triple harmony position of 「Talent Star」 and 「Examination Star」. When 「Shelter Star」 meets 「Star of Movement」, a woman's fate is lowly and promiscuous; when 「Examination Star」 and 「Talent Star」 are flanking the Sun and Moon stars, a man's fate is noble and glorious. The Emperor Star sitting in the Mao Palace or You Palace usually leads to becoming a transcendent monk; the star 「Lianzhen」 sitting in the Mao Palace or You Palace will certainly make one a common official or clerk in the government.

左府同宮尊居萬乘，廉貞七殺流蕩天涯。鄧通餓死運逢大耗之鄉，夫子絕糧限到天傷之內。鈴昌羅武限至投河，巨火擎羊終身縊死。命裡逢空不飄流即主疾苦，馬頭帶劍非夭折則主刑傷。子午破軍加官進祿，昌貪居命粉骨碎尸。

Left Auxiliary and Treasury Star in the same palace bring great honor, allowing one to serve a king. However, if Lian Zhen and Seven Killers are in the same palace, one will be wandering and homeless. Deng Tong of the Han dynasty eventually starved to death because his fortune reached the realm of Great Expenditure. Confucius faced food shortages in the state of Chen because his fortune entered the realm of Depletion and Injury. If the stars Hidden-fire malefic, Star of examinations and documents, Malefic of delay and entanglement, and Wealth star and general star converge in one's fortune, it indicates a risk of drowning and death. If Ju Men, Huo Xing, and Qing Yang meet, one faces the danger of suicide throughout their life. Encountering Kongwang (void) in one's fate means either wandering or suffering from illness and hardship. The pattern of "Horse Head with Sword" indicates either early death or injury. If Expenditure star and vanguard star is in the Zi or Wu palace, it actually brings promotion and increased wealth. If Star of examinations and documents and Star of romance and desire share the Life Palace, there is a risk of being crushed to death.

朝斗仰斗爵祿榮昌，文桂文華九重貴顯。丹墀桂墀早遂青雲之志，合祿拱祿定為巨擘之臣。陰陽會昌曲出世榮華，輔弼遇財官衣緋著紫。巨梁相會廉貞並，合祿鴛鴦一世榮。武曲閒宮多手藝，貪狼陷地作屠人。天祿朝垣身榮貴顯，魁星臨命位列三臺。

The patterns "Chao Dou" and "Yang Dou" both indicate prosperity in rank, salary, and honor; the patterns "Wen Gui" and "Wen Hua" indicate high status in the imperial court. The patterns "Dan Chi" and "Gui Chi" enable one to achieve lofty ambitions early on; the patterns "He Lu" and "Gong Lu" ensure becoming a prominent minister. When the Star of Brightness and Prestige and the Wealth Star and Mother Star combine with the Star of Examinations and Documents and the Star of Talent and Eloquence, one enjoys honor and prosperity from birth. If the Auxiliary Auspicious Stars "Zuo Fu" and "You Bi" are in the Wealth and Salary palace, one can wear red and purple robes and hold high office. When the Dark Star and Star of Speech, the Shelter Star and Longevity Star, and the Star of Integrity are combined, and further joined by the Wealth-Salary Star, it is like a pair of mandarin ducks, bringing lifelong honor and prominence. If the Wealth Star and General Star is in an idle palace, one often relies on skills for a living; if the Star of Romance and Desire is in a depressed position, one can only be a butcher. If the Wealth-Salary Star is supported by three directions in the Life Palace, the person enjoys honor and prominence; if the Kui star (Yang Benefactor) and Yin Benefactor are in the Life Palace, one holds a position among the Three Platforms.

武曲居乾戌亥上，最怕太陰逢貪狼。化祿還為好，休向墓中藏。子午巨門石中隱玉，明祿暗祿錦上添花。紫微辰戌遇破軍，富而不貴有虛名。昌曲破軍逢刑剋多勞碌，貪武墓中居三十才發福。天同戌宮為反背，丁人化吉主大貴。巨門辰戌為陷地，辛人化吉祿崢嶸。機梁酉上化吉者，縱遇財官也不榮。

The star 'Wuqu' sitting in the Xu and Hai mansions of the dry position is most afraid of encountering 'Taiyin' and 'Tanlang' together. If there is 'Hualus' present, it is still considered favorable, but one must avoid being hidden in the Storage (storage) of Chen, Xu, Chou, and Wei. The star 'Jumen' in Zi and Wu mansions forms a beautiful configuration known as 'Yuzhi Yinhuang' (hidden jade in stone); when 'Minglu' and 'Anlu' are in harmony, it adds further brilliance. The star 'Ziwei' in Chen and Xu mansions encountering 'Pojun' results in wealth without prestige, and only an empty reputation. When 'Wenchang' and 'Wenqu' meet 'Pojun', there are frequent conflicts and hard work; when 'Tanlang' and 'Wuqu' are in the Storage (storage), they begin to gain fortune only after the age of thirty. The star 'Tiantong' in the Xu mansion is considered reversed and in a poor position, but those born in the Ding year who receive favorable transformations may achieve great prestige. The star 'Jumen' in the Chen and Xu mansions is considered a depressed position, but those born in the Xin year who receive favorable transformations can still achieve remarkable success in their official positions. The stars 'Tianji' and 'Tianliang' in the You mansion, even with favorable transformations, cannot achieve honor even when encountering wealth and official stars.

日月最嫌反背乃為失輝，命身定要精求恐差分數。陰騭延年增百福，至於陷地不遭傷。命實運堅稿田得雨，命衰限弱嫩草遭霜。論命必推星善惡，巨破擎羊性必剛。府相同梁性必好，火劫空貪性不常。昌曲祿機清秀巧，陰陽左右最慈祥。武破貞貪沖合曲全固貴，羊陀七殺相雜互見則傷。

The stars Taiyang and Taiyin should be avoided from falling in reverse positions, as they would lose their brilliance. Calculating the Life Palace and Body Palace must be done with great care, for even a slight error can be detrimental. Secretly accumulating virtue and performing good deeds can prolong life and increase blessings, so even if the stars fall into adverse positions, one will not suffer serious harm. A prosperous destiny and stable fortune are like dry land receiving rain; a weak destiny and meager fortune are like tender grass being struck by frost. When judging a person's fate, one must investigate the nature of the stars: if Ju Men, Po Jun, and Qing Yang are in the chart, the nature is necessarily fierce and impetuous; if Tian Fu, Tian Xiang, Tian Tong, and Tian Liang are present, the nature is naturally kind and gentle; if Hong Xing, Di Jie, Tian Kong, and Tan Lang are in the chart, the nature tends to be fickle and changeable; if Wen Chang, Wen Qu, Lu Cun, and Tian Ji are present, the nature is refined and intelligent. If Taiyang and Taiyin are combined with Zuo Fu and You Bi, the nature is most compassionate. If Wu Qu, Po Jun, Lian Zhen, and Tan Lang are in proper aspect and the overall structure is complete, the person is destined for high status and prominence; however, if they are mixed with Qing Yang, Tu Luo, and Qi Sha, and these stars interact, harm will result.

貪狼廉貞破軍惡，七殺擎羊陀羅凶。火星鈴星專作禍，劫空傷使禍重重。巨門忌星皆不吉，運身命限忌相逢。更兼太歲官符至，官非口舌決不空。弔客喪門又相遇，管教災病兩相攻。七殺守身終是夭，貪狼入命必為娼。心好命微亦主壽，心毒命固亦夭亡。今人命有千金貴，運去之時豈久長。數內包藏多少理，學者須當仔細詳。

The stars Star of romance and desire, Lian Zhen, and Expenditure star and vanguard star are considered evil stars, while General star and star of severity, Malefic of injury, and Malefic of delay and entanglement are malevolent stars. Malefic of violence and Hidden-fire malefic are particularly prone to causing disturbances, and Plunder malefic, Star of emptiness, Star of depletion and injury, and Star of the messenger of illness are even more ominous. Dark star and star of speech and Hua Ji are both inauspicious, and it is especially undesirable for them to appear in the person's fortune period, body palace, or Life Palace. If this is combined with the flow year's Tai Sui and Guanfu, legal disputes and verbal conflicts are inevitable. When Diao Ke and The Mourning-and-Condolence spirit coincide, calamities and illness will surely come from both sides. Those with General star and star of severity guarding their body palace will ultimately have a short life, and women with Star of romance and desire in their Life Palace are prone to falling into the streets. However, those with kind hearts can live long even if their fate is thin, while those with cruel hearts will die young even if their fate is strong. Nowadays, even if a person's destiny is worth thousands of gold, once their fortune declines, how can they last long? The principles hidden in the star system are countless; those who study it should examine them carefully.

府相之星女命躔，必當子貴與夫賢。廉貞清白能相守，更有天同理亦然。端正紫微太陽星，早遇賢夫性可憑。太陽寅到午，遇吉終是福。左輔天魁為福壽，右弼天相福來臨。祿存厚重多衣食，府相朝垣命必榮。紫府巳亥相互輔，左右扶持福必生。

The stars "Tian Fu" and "Tian Xiang" falling upon a woman's chart indicate that she will certainly have noble and distinguished children and a capable husband. The star "Lian Zhen" makes a woman virtuous and self-disciplined, and the principle of "Tian Tong" is similar. The stars "Zi Wei" and "Tai Yang" make a woman upright and proper, enabling her to meet a virtuous husband early in life, and her character is reliable. When "Tai Yang" moves from the Yin palace to the Wu palace, which is a position of brightness, and meets auspicious stars, it ultimately brings good fortune. The stars "Zuo Fu" and "Tian Kui" signify blessings and longevity, while "You Bi" and "Tian Xiang" indicate the arrival of good fortune. The star "Lu Cun" makes a person substantial and ensures abundance in clothing and food. When "Tian Fu" and "Tian Xiang" are supported by other stars in the three directions, the destiny is certainly prosperous. When "Zi Wei" and "Tian Fu" are in the Si and Hai palaces respectively, they support each other, and with "Zuo Fu" and "You Bi" assisting from the sides, good fortune will surely arise.

巨門天機為破蕩，天梁月曜女命貧。擎羊火星為下賤，文昌文曲福不全。武曲之宿為寡宿，破軍一曜性難明。貪狼內狠多淫佚，七殺沉吟福不榮。

The stars 'Ji Men' and 'Tian Ji' entering a woman's chart indicate family ruin and instability. The stars 'Tian Liang' and 'Tai Yin' entering a woman's chart indicate poverty. The stars 'Qing Yang' and 'Huo Xing' entering a woman's chart indicate a low social status. The stars 'Wen Chang' and 'Wen Qu' entering a woman's chart result in incomplete fortune. The star 'Wu Qu' entering a woman's chart indicates being an orphan or a widow. The star 'Po Jun' entering a woman's chart indicates an unpredictable nature. The star 'Tan Lang' entering a woman's chart indicates a harsh and lustful inner nature. The star 'Qi Sha' entering a woman's chart indicates a reserved and melancholic disposition with no great fortune.

十干化祿最榮昌，女命逢之大吉昌。更得祿存相湊合，旺夫益子受恩光。火鈴羊陀及巨門，天空地劫又相臨。貪狼七殺廉貞宿，武曲加臨克害侵。三方四正嫌逢殺，更在夫宮禍患深。若是本宮無正曜，必主生離克害真。

The "Hua Lu" (wealth transformation) caused by the ten Heavenly Stems brings great prosperity and success. For a woman's chart, encountering this is highly auspicious. If she also has "Lu Cun" (wealth-salary star) present, it will enhance her husband's fortune and benefit her children, allowing her to receive blessings and honor. However, if "Huo Xing" (malefic of violence), "Ling Xing" (hidden-fire malefic), "Qing Yang" (malefic of injury), "Tuo Luo" (malefic of delay and entanglement), and "Ju Men" (dark star and star of speech), along with "Tian Kong" (star of emptiness) and "Di Jie" (plunder malefic), all appear together; or if "Tan Lang" (star of romance and desire), "Qi Sha" (general star and star of severity), and "Lian Zhen" (star of integrity and justice) are present, with "Wu Qu" (wealth star and general star) added, there will be harmful influences and disturbances. If the "San Fang Si Zheng" (three directions and four cardinal points) — that is, the native palace, the opposite palace, and the two triple harmony palace — are all afflicted by malefic stars, the harm will be especially severe. If the native palace itself does not have a main star governing it, it will certainly indicate separation between husband and wife, and real instances of harm and conflict.

已前論賦俱繫看命要訣，學者宜熟玩之，乃得原委也。

The above passages on fate theory are all essential keys to understanding fate theory. Learners should read them repeatedly and carefully contemplate their meanings in order to truly grasp their underlying principles.

論對面朝斗格 子午宮逢祿存是也。詩曰：祿有對面在遷移，子午逢之利祿宜，德合吉壤人敬重，雙全富貴福稀奇。

The "opposite facing the star of wealth and salary" pattern refers to a configuration where the Life Palace (destiny palace) is in the Zi (Rat) or Wu (Horse) palace, and the opposite migration palace has the Wealth-salary star (wealth-salary star). The poem says: the Lu star is directly facing the Life Palace, sitting in the migration palace; when the Life Palace is in the Zi or Wu palaces, it is most favorable for seekingofficial stipend and wealth. Virtue and auspicious positions combine, earning respect from many; both wealth and status are attained, and such good fortune is rare and precious.

論科權祿主格。詩曰：祿權周勃命中逢，入相王朝贊聖功，迎合權星兼吉曜，巍巍富貴列三公。

On the "Kē Quán Lù Zhǔ Gé" (Grades, Authority, Wealth, and Dominance Configuration). The poem says: During the early Han dynasty, Zhou Bo's destiny coincided with "Hua Lu" (Transformed Wealth) and "Hua Quan" (Transformed Authority), so he entered court as a prime minister, assisting the dynasty and achieving the accomplishments of a sage ruler. If the Life Palace (destiny palace) can meet the "Hua Quan" star along with other auspicious stars, wealth and honor will be lofty and prominent, ranking among the Three Excellencies.

論左右朝垣格。詩曰：天星左右最高明，若在三方祿位興，武職高登應顯佐，文人名譽列公卿。

Discussing the "Left and Right Court Formation." The poem says: "The stars Left Auxiliary and Right Assistant are the most exalted heavenly stars. If they are located in the three directions of the命宫, the official position will flourish. Those who practice martial arts can rise to high military positions and become prominent ministers; scholars will gain widespread fame and hold positions among the ministers and high officials."

論兼文武格 文曲武曲在身命是也。詩曰：格名文武少人知，遇此須教百事通，更值命宮無殺破，滔滔榮顯是英雄。

Discussing "the combined literary and martial pattern," refers to the situation where both the "Star of Talent and Eloquence" and the "Wealth Star and General Star" are present in the natal palace and Life Palace. The poem says: this pattern is called literary and martial combined, and it is rarely known; when encountered, it certainly makes one successful in all affairs. If the Life Palace is also not disturbed by malevolent stars, then one will achieve great honor and fame, with a grand appearance, being a heroic figure.

論文星朝命格。詩曰：文昌文曲最榮華，值此須生富貴家，更得三方祥曜拱，卻如錦上又添花。

Discussing the "Wen Xing Chao Ming" pattern. The poem says: "Wen Chang and Wen Qu are most favorable for glory and prosperity. Those who have this pattern must be born into a wealthy family. If there are also auspicious stars in the three directions, it is like adding flowers to a brocade."

論石中隱玉格 命在子午逢巨門是也。詩曰：巨門子午二宮逢，身命逢之必貴榮，更得三方科祿照，石中隱玉是豐隆。

The "stone containing hidden jade pattern" refers to a situation where the natal palace is in the Zi or Wu palace and meets the "Ju Men" star. The poem says: when "Ju Men" meets the Zi and Wu palaces, if the body palace and natal palace encounter it, there will certainly be high status and honor. If further supported by the "Hua Ke" and "Hua Lu" from the three directions, then it is like a jade hidden in a stone, with abundant blessings and prosperity.

論貪狼遇火名為火貴格 三合照身命是也。詩曰：火遇貪狼照命宮，封侯食祿是英雄，三方倘若無凶殺，到老應知福壽隆。

The combination of "Tān láng" and "Huǒ xīng" is called "Huǒ guì gé," which refers to these two stars shining in the Triple Harmony palace positions over the body palace and the destiny palace. A poem says: When "Huǒ xīng" meets "Tān láng" and shines over the destiny palace, this person can attain high official rank and enjoy honor and wealth, becoming a hero. If there are no evil stars among the three surrounding palaces, he will enjoy a long and prosperous life until old age.

論人有無商賈之命。如人命有巨日紫府守照，為人安分，有仁德耿直之心，作事無私，不行邪僻，不肯妄求，為士為官主有廉潔。如值月貪同殺忌，心多機關，貪財無厭，暮夜求利之輩。

To determine if a person has a destiny for engaging in business or trade, if their chart contains the stars 'Jumen', 'Taiyang', 'Ziwei', and 'Tianfu' sitting or shining upon their position, the person is upright and honest, with a heart of benevolence and integrity. They act without private motives, do not engage in improper actions, and do not seek undue gains. They are suitable for being a scholar or an official, and are characterized by integrity. However, if they encounter 'Taiyin', 'Tanlang', and 'Qishash' with 'Hua Ji' in the same palace, they become cunning and greedy for wealth, never satisfied. They are people who even calculate and scheme for profit during the night.

詩曰：貪月同殺會機梁，因財計利作經商。須知暮夜無眠睡，潮海營營自走忙。又曰：經商紫府遇擎羊，武曲遷移利市場。殺破廉貞同左右，羊鈴火宿遠傳揚。

The poem says: "Tianlang," Taiyin, and "Qishash" are in the same palace, and also meet "Tianji" and "Tianliang," so this person will engage in business for the sake of wealth and profit. Be aware that he cannot rest even at night, like waves chasing the sea, constantly busy and rushing about. Another poem says: if a person's destiny for business has "Ziwei" and "Tianfu" meeting "Qingyang," or "Wuqu" in the migration palace, it is favorable for making a living in the market. When "Qishash," "Pojun," and "Lianzhen" are in the same palace as "Zuofu" and "Youbi," and also with "Qingyang," "Lingxing," and "Hengxin," his reputation can spread far and wide.

論人命有無藝術者。寅申巳亥安命或丑未辰戌遇有貪狼武曲在命化忌、加殺，必作細巧藝術之人也。

When discussing whether a person is destined to make a living through skill, if the Life Palace is located in the four zodiac signs of Yin, Shen, Si, or Hai, or in the four zodiac signs of Chou, Wei, Chen, or Xu, and if the Life Palace is occupied by the stars Star of romance and desire and Wealth star and general star and they form Hua Ji, along with the presence of malevolent stars, this person is definitely destined to become a craftsman who relies on delicate and skillful techniques.

詩曰：閒宮貪狼何生業，不是屠人須打鐵，諸般巧藝更能精，性好遊畋並捕獵。

The poem says: "The Star of Romance and Desire" falls in a powerless idle palace. How does this person make a living? He is not a butcher, but must become a blacksmith. He can master all kinds of intricate crafts skillfully. His nature is to like going out hunting and trapping animals.

又曰：破武未宮多巧藝，巳亥安命正相宜，破軍廉貞居卯酉，細巧之人定藝奇。又曰：天機天相命身中，帝令財星入墓中，天府若居遷動位，平生定是作奇工。

Another says: "Pòjūn" and "Wǔqū" in the Wei palace indicate many skills in craftsmanship; if the Life Palace is in the Si or Hai palace, it is most suitable. "Pòjūn" and "Liánzhēn" in the Mao or You palace, such people who do fine work will certainly have extraordinary skills. Another says: "Tiānjī" and "Tiānxiàng" in the Life Palace and Body Palace, with the Emperor Star's wealth star falling into the Storage, and "Tianfu" in the main moving palace, this person will certainly engage in unusual craftsmanship throughout their life.

論出家僧道之命。紫微居卯酉遇劫空者，看命無正曜又兼羊火劫空化忌者，更看父母妻子三宮有殺者方可斷。及寅年申月巳日亥時四正殺湊化忌，男僧道，女尼姑。

When discussing the fate of someone becoming a monk or Taoist priest, if the Purple Emperor star is located in the Mao or You positions and also meets the 'Plunder Malefic' and 'Star of Emptiness', then we should check if the Life Palace has no main star governing it and also has the 'Malefic of Injury', 'Malefic of Violence', 'Plunder Malefic', 'Star of Emptiness', and 'Transformation of Harm'. We should also examine the parents'palace, spouse's palace, and children's palace to see if they have malefic stars. Only then can we make a judgment. Additionally, if someone is born in the Yin year, Shen month, Si day, or Hai hour, and the four cardinal positions have malefic stars converging with the 'Transformation of Harm', then males will become monks or Taoist priests, and females will become nuns.

詩曰：極居卯酉遇劫空，十人之命九人僧，道釋巖泉皆有分，清閒幽靜度平生。

The poem says: The Emperor star is located in the Mao and You mansions and meets the Plunder malefic and the Star of Emptiness. Out of ten people, nine will become monks. Such people have a connection with the Daoist and Buddhist traditions and mountain rocks and springs. They spend their whole lives in tranquility and quiet.

又曰：命坐空鄉定出家，文星相會實堪誇，若還文曲臨身命，受蔭清閒福可嘉。又曰：天機七殺破梁同，羽客僧流命所逢，更若太陽兼帝座，伶仃孤克命方終。

Another says: If the Life Palace is located in the Kongwang position, one is destined to become a monk or a recluse; but if the literary star comes to meet it, it is indeed commendable. If the Star of talent and eloquence is present in both the Body Palace and Life Palace, one can still receive protection and enjoy a peaceful and leisurely life, which is a great blessing. Another says: When the Star of wisdom and adaptability, General star and star of severity, Expenditure star and vanguard star, and Shelter star and longevity star are all in the same palace, this is the fate of a Taoist priest or a monk; but if the Star of brightness and prestige and The Emperor star are also added, then one will suffer from punishments and conflicts alone until old age.

論人命內犯孤克者。如克妻克子克父母內犯一二不為僧道亦作貧賤之人，第一看父母在廟旺地有無吉凶星辰，如在陷地加殺化忌必主刑剋，第二又看妻妾宮，三看子女宮廟陷之地，有無吉凶星辰，如在陷加殺化忌必鰥寡孤獨論斷。

Discussing a person's fate that involves the affliction of loneliness and mutual destruction. If a person suffers from the affliction of harming their wife, harming their children, or harming their parents, and commits one or two of these, then if they do not become a monk or a Taoist, they will become poor and lowly. First, check whether the parents' palace is located in a flourishing or strong position and whether there are auspicious or inauspicious stars. If it is in a declining position and further afflicted by malevolent stars or bad influences, it will certainly indicate harm and injury. Second, examine the wife and concubine palace (marriage palace). Third, check whether the children's palace is in a flourishing or declining position and whether there are auspicious or inauspicious stars. If it is in a declining position and further afflicted by malevolent stars or bad influences, then it should be interpreted as being a widower, a widow, an orphan, or an old person living alone.

論壽夭淫蕩。詩曰：貪狼入廟最高強，南極星同壽命長，北斗帝星無惡殺，綿綿老耋衍禎祥。

The length of life and whether one is licentious are discussed. The poem says: "Tanniang" entering its proper place is most vigorous. If it joins with the star of the southern pole and the old man star, longevity is assured. If the Emperor star of the Big Dipper, Ziwēi, is not disturbed by evil stars, it will ensure a long and healthy life, reaching old age, extending auspiciousness.

詩曰：七殺臨身終是夭，貪狼入廟定為娼，前示三合相臨照，也學韓君去竊香。

The poem says: "Seven Killers" appearing in the person's destiny palace indicate a short life; "Tianwang" entering its proper position suggests that women are prone to fall into the world of vice. If the aforementioned stars are mutually influencing each other in the Triple Harmony palace positions, the person will act like Han Shou who stole fragrance, engaging in private and improper relationships.

詩曰：身命兩宮俱有殺，貪花戀酒禍猶深，平生二限來符會，得意之中卻又沈。

The poem says: Both the body palace and the destiny palace have malevolent stars. This person is addicted to women and indulges in alcohol and food, leading to even greater calamities. Throughout his life, if the major and minor limits coincide in such positions, he will fall into ruin even when he is at the height of his success.

論定人殘疾。先看命宮星落陷，加羊陀火鈴劫空忌宿，又看疾厄宮星廟陷吉凶而斷可也。

To determine if a person has a disability, first check if there are any fallen stars in the Life Palace, and whether they are combined with the stars Malefic of injury, Malefic of delay and entanglement, Malefic of violence, Hidden-fire malefic, Plunder malefic, Star of emptiness, or Hua Ji (transformed adversity). Then examine the stars in the Health Palace to see if they are in a favorable or unfavorable position, and whether they are auspicious or inauspicious. Based on this, the judgment can be made.

詩曰：命中羊陀殺守身，火鈴坐照禍非輕，平生若不常年臥，也作陀腰曲背人。

The poem says: If one's chart has the malefic of injury and the malefic of delay and entanglement guarding the body palace, and the malefic of violence and the hidden-fire malefic sitting on or shining upon it, misfortune will be severe. Such a person will either be bedridden for most of their life or become a hunchbacked cripple.

論定人破相。詩曰：相貌之中逢殺曜，更加三合又逢刑，疾厄擎羊逢耗使，折傷肢體不和平。

To determine if a person has a broken appearance, the poem states: if the appearance palace encounters malevolent stars, and the triple harmony palace also meets the Star of Punishment; if the illness palace has the Malefic of Injury, and also meets the Star of Great Expenditure and the Star of the Messenger of Illness, then this person's body will suffer fractures and injuries, resulting in physical deformity and unevenness.

論定人聰明。詩曰：文曲天相破軍星，計策偏多性更靈，更若三方昌曲會，一生巧藝有聲名。

Discussing whether a person is intelligent, the poem says: "If the stars 'Wenqu', 'Tianxiang', and 'Pojun' enter one's destiny, they will make a person have particularly many strategies and plans, and an exceptionally sharp mind. If among the three aspects there are also 'Wenchang' and 'Wenqu' shining upon the person, then this person can gain fame throughout their life by relying on their skillful techniques."

論定人富足。詩曰：太陰入廟有光輝，財入財鄉分外奇，破耗凶星皆不犯，堆金積玉富豪兒。

Discussing whether a person is wealthy. The poem says: "The Wealth Star and Mother Star are in their proper place, shining brightly; the Wealth Star also falls into the Wealth Palace, forming an extraordinary pattern. If凶stars like 'Expenditure Star' and 'Star of Great Expenditure' do not conflict with it, this person will accumulate gold and jade, being the son of a wealthy family."

論定人貧賤。詩曰：命中吉曜不來臨，火忌羊陀四正侵，武曲廉貞巨破會，一生暴怒又身貧。

In judging whether a person is poor and lowly, the poem says: if one's destiny lacks auspicious stars to illuminate, but instead has the "Malefic of Violence," "Transformed Obstruction," "Malefic of Injury," and "Malefic of Delay and Entanglement" disturbing from the four cardinal positions; and if the "Wealth Star and General Star," "Rectitude Star," "Dark Star and Star of Speech," and "Expenditure Star and Vanguard Star" come together, then this person will have a short temper and suffer poverty throughout their life.

論定人作盜賊。詩曰：命逢破耗與貪廉，七殺三方照及身，武曲更居遷動位，一生面背刺痕新。

To determine if a person will become a thief, the poem states: if the Life Palace (destiny palace) encounters「破军」(Expenditure star and vanguard star), 「大耗」(Star of great expenditure), as well as 「贪狼」(Star of romance and desire) and 「廉贞」(Star of integrity and sincerity), and 「七杀」(General star and star of severity) shines from the three directions onto the Body Palace (body palace), while 「武曲」(Wealth star and general star) is located in the palace of movement, this person will have new tattoo marks on their face and back throughout their life, indicating they have been subjected to the punishment of tattooing as punishment (tattooing as a form of punishment).

論定人一身駁雜。詩曰：吉曜相扶凶曜臨，百般巧藝不亨通，若逢身命遇惡曜，只做屠牛宰馬人。

Discussing whether a person's life is mixed and impure. The poem says: When auspicious stars are by one's side to assist, yet malevolent stars are also present, even with a hundred kinds of skillful techniques, one cannot achieve smooth success. If the body palace and the Life palace encounter evil stars, then one can only engage in the business of slaughtering cattle and horses.

福壽論：如南人天同天梁坐命廟旺，主福壽雙全；如北人紫微武曲破軍貪狼坐命旺宮，主福壽。聰明論：如文昌文曲天相天府武曲破軍三臺八座左輔右弼三合拱照，主人極聰明。威勇論：如武曲文昌擎羊七殺坐命宮得權祿，三方又得紫微天府左右拱照，主人威勇。

"The Theory of Blessing and Longevity": For example, if the stars "Tian Tong" and "Tian Liang" are placed in a strong and flourishing position in the southern region, they indicate both good fortune and long life. Similarly, people from the northern region with the stars "Zi Wei," "Wu Qu," "Po Jun," and "Tan Lang" in a flourishing palace also possess both fortune and longevity. "The Theory of Intelligence": For example, if the stars "Wen Chang," "Wen Qu," "Tian Xiang," "Tian Fu," "Wu Qu," "Po Jun," "San Tai," "Ba Zuo," "Zuo Fu," and "You Bi" are in the Triple Harmony positions and illuminate the Life Palace, the person is extremely intelligent. "The Theory of Authority and Valor": For example, if the stars "Wu Qu," "Wen Chang," "Qing Yang," and "Qi Sha" are in the Life Palace and also have "Hua Quan" and "Hua Lu," and if the three directions are further supported by "Zi Wei," "Tian Fu," "Zuo Fu," and "You Bi," the person is authoritative and brave.

文職論：如文昌文曲左輔右弼天魁天鉞坐命旺宮，又得三方四正科權祿拱，主為文官。武職論：如武曲七殺坐命廟旺宮，又得三臺八座加化權祿及天魁天鉞並拱，主為武職。刑名論：如擎羊陀羅火鈴星武曲破軍帶殺，上吉湊合，三方四正無凶不陷，主刑名。

"The discussion on civil officials: For example, if the stars 'Wen Chang', 'Wen Qu', 'Zuo Fu', 'You Bi', 'Tian Kui', and 'Tian Yue' are in a strong and prosperous palace, and also receive the support of the stars 'Hua Ke', 'Hua Quan', and 'Hua Lu' from the three directions and four cardinal points, this person is likely to hold a civil official position. The discussion on military officials: For example, if the stars 'Wu Qu' and 'Qi Sha' are in a temple or prosperous palace, and also have the stars 'San Tai' and 'Ba Zuo', along with 'Hua Quan' and 'Hua Lu', and the stars 'Tian Kui' and 'Tian Yue' supporting them from the three directions and four cardinal points, this person is likely to hold a military position. The discussion on legal affairs: For example, if the stars 'Qing Yang', 'Tuo Luo', 'Huo Xing', 'Ling Xing', 'Wu Qu', and 'Po Jun' carry a malevolent energy, but are accompanied by superior auspicious stars, and there are no malevolent stars in the three directions and four cardinal points, nor do they fall into a weak position, this person is likely to hold a position in judicial and legal affairs."

富貴論：如紫微天府天相祿權科太陰太陽文昌文曲左輔右弼天魁天鉞守照拱沖，主大富貴。貧賤論：如擎羊陀羅廉貞七殺武曲破軍天空地劫忌星三方四正守照拱沖，諸凶並犯陷地，主貧賤。

"The Rich and Noble": For example, the stars "Ziwei", "Tianfu", and "Tianxiang", along with "Hualu", "Huaquan", and "Huake", as well as Taiyin and Taiyang, when they are seated, shining, supporting, or meeting the Life Palace, indicate great wealth and honor. "The Poor and Lowly": For example, the stars "Qingyang", "Tuo Luo", "Lianzhen", "Qishash", "Wuqu", "Pojun", "Tiankong", and "Dijie", along with "Hujie", when they are seated, shining, supporting, or meeting the Life Palace, and many malevolent stars converge and fall into a weak position, indicate poverty and low status.

疾夭論：如貪狼廉貞擎羊陀羅天空地劫火鈴忌星三方守照，主疾夭；或疾厄相貌宮亦然。僧道論：如天機天梁七殺破軍天空地劫並犯帝座紫微，又或耗殺加臨，主為僧道。

"The 'Disease and Short Life' Section: For example, the stars 'Tanan', 'Lianzhen', 'Qingyang', 'Tuo Luo', 'Tiankong', 'Di jie', 'Huoxing', 'Lingxing', and 'Hua Ji' if they are in the three directions and illuminate the命宫 (Destiny Palace), they indicate many diseases and short life; if these stars are in the疾厄宫 (Disease and Obstacle Palace) or 相貌宫 (Appearance Palace), the situation is the same. 'The 'Monk and Taoist' Section: For example, if the stars 'Tianji', 'Tianliang', 'Qishash', 'Pojun', 'Tiankong', 'Di jie' together attack the 帝座 (Imperial Seat) of The Emperor star (Ziwei), or if the 'Dahao' malefic star is added, it indicates that the person will become a monk or a Taoist."

子安命 子宮貪狼殺陰星，機梁相拱福興隆，庚辛乙癸生人美，一生富貴足豐榮。丑安命 丑宮立命日月朝，丙戍生人福祿饒，正坐平常中局論，對照富貴禍皆消。寅安命 寅宮巨日足豐隆，七殺天梁百事通，申巳庚人皆為吉，男子為官女受封。

The Life Palace is located in theZi Palace: theZi Palace is occupied by「贪狼」「七杀」and Wealth star and mother star, with「天机」and「天梁」supporting from both sides, leading to abundant blessings and prosperity; those born in the years of Geng, Xin, Yi, and Gui will especially have a prosperous and affluent life. The Life Palace is located in the Chou Palace: the Chou Palace has the Star of brightness and prestige and Wealth star and mother star shining and supporting, benefiting those born in the years of Bing and Xu; if the sun and moon are seated directly in the Life Palace, it is considered a moderate condition, but if they shine from the opposite palace, it leads to wealth and honor with disasters eliminated. The Life Palace is located in the Yin Palace: the Yin Palace has「巨门」and Star of brightness and prestige, creating a grand atmosphere; adding「七杀」and「天梁」makes all affairs smooth. Those born in the years of Shen, Si, and Geng are considered auspicious; men can hold official positions, and women can receive honors.

卯安命 卯宮機巨武曲逢，辛乙生人福氣隆，男子為當縻廩祿，女人享福受褒封。辰安命 辰位機梁坐命宮，天府戍地最盈豐，腰金衣紫真榮顯，富華貴輝宜到終。巳安命 巳位天機天相臨，紫府朝垣福更深，戊辛壬丙皆為貴，一生順遂少災侵。

The Life Palace is located in the Mao Palace: when the Mao Palace encounters the stars「天机」,「巨门」, and「武曲」, those born in Xin years or Yi years will have abundant blessings. Men can receive stipend grain andofficial stipend from the official granary, while women can enjoy happiness and receive commendations and honors from the court. The Life Palace is located in the Chen Palace: when the Chen Palace has「天机」and「天梁」, and「天府」is located in theXu Palace, the blessings are most abundant. Such people wear golden belts and purple robes, achieving true honor and success, with wealth and glory lasting until old age. The Life Palace is located in theSi Palace: when the Si Palace has「天机」and「天相」, and also has「紫微」and「天府」supporting from the three directions, the blessings become even deeper. Those born in Wu years, Xin years, Ren years, and Bing years will achieve high status and prominence, living a smooth and fortunate life with few troubles.

午安命 午宮紫府太陽同，機梁破殺喜相逢，甲丁己癸生人福，一世風光廩祿豐。未安命 未宮紫武廉貞同，日月巨門喜相逢，女人值此全福壽，男子逢之位三公。申安命 申宮紫帝貞梁同，武曲巨門喜相逢，甲庚癸人如得喜，一生富貴逞英雄。

The Life Palace is located in theWu Palace: theWu Palace has the Emperor star, the Treasury star, and the Star of Brightness and Prestige in the same palace, and it also prefers to meet the Star of Wisdom and Adaptability, the Shelter star, the Expenditure star, and the Star of Severity. Those born in the year of Jia, Ding, Ji, or Gui will have good fortune, enjoying prosperity and abundant salary throughout their lives. The Life Palace is located in the Wei Palace: the Wei Palace has the Emperor star, the Wealth star and General star, and the Lian Zhen star in the same palace, and it also prefers to meet the Star of Brightness and Prestige, the Wealth star and Mother star, and the Dark star. Women who have this configuration will have full fortune and longevity, while men who encounter it may attain high official positions. The Life Palace is located in the Shen Palace: the Shen Palace has the Emperor star and the Lian Zhen star and the Shelter star and longevity star (Tian Liang) in the same palace, and it also prefers to meet the Wealth star and General star and the Dark star. Those born in the year of Jia, Geng, or Gui who have this configuration will enjoy wealth and honor throughout their lives, and be able to display heroic spirit.

酉安命 酉宮最喜太陰逢，巨日又逢當面沖，辛乙生人為貴格，一生福祿永亨通。戍安命 戍宮紫微對沖辰，富而不貴有虛名，更加吉曜多權祿，只利開張貿易人。亥安命 亥宮最喜太陰逢，若人值此福祿隆，男女逢之皆稱意，富貴榮華直到終。

The Life Palace is located in the You Palace: the You Palace prefers to meet the Wealth star and mother star. If the「巨门」and Star of brightness and prestige stars come from opposite directions to shine upon it, those born in Xin or Yi years will have a noble destiny, enjoying continuous blessings and prosperity throughout their lives. The Life Palace is located in theXu Palace: theXu Palace's「紫微」star is in opposition to the Chen Palace, resulting in wealth but not nobility, with only empty fame. Even with additional good stars and many「化权」and「化禄」, it is only beneficial for those engaged in business. The Life Palace is located in the Hai Palace: the Hai Palace prefers to meet the Wealth star and mother star. If a person has this configuration, they will have abundant blessings and prosperity. Both men and women will find satisfaction and contentment, maintaining wealth, honor, and glory throughout their lives.

子丑安命 子午天機丑巨鈴，此星落陷果為真，縱然化吉更為美，任他富貴不清寧。寅安命 寅上機昌曲月逢，雖然吉拱不豐隆，男為伴僕女娼婢，若非夭折即貧窮。卯辰安命 卯上太陰擎羊逢，辰宮巨宿紫微同，縱然化吉非全美，若非加殺到頭凶。

The person's destiny palace is located in the Zi and Chou houses: the 'Tian Ji' star is in the Zi and Wu houses, while the 'Ju Men' and 'Ling Xing' stars are in the Chou house. These stars are indeed in a weak and declining position. Even if they are enhanced by auspicious transformations, the person will not achieve peace and stability in wealth and status. If the destiny palace is located in the Yin house: the Yin house encounters the 'Tian Ji', 'Wen Chang', 'Wen Qu', and 'Tai Yin' stars, although there are auspicious stars supporting, the overall atmosphere is not prosperous. Men will be servants, while women will become prostitutes or servants, either dying young or living in poverty. If the destiny palace is located in the Mao or Chen houses: in the Mao house, the 'Tai Yin' star meets the 'Qing Yang' star, and in the Chen house, the 'Ju Men' and 'Zi Wei' stars are in the same house. Even with auspicious transformations, it is not perfect. If more malefic stars are added, the outcome will ultimately be bad.

巳安命 巳宮武月天梁巨，貪宿廉貞共到蛇，三方吉曜皆不貴，下賤貧窮度歲華。午安命 午宮貪巨月昌從，羊刃三合最嫌沖，雖然化吉居仕路，橫破橫成到老窮。未安命 未宮巨宿太陽嫌，縱少災危有克傷，勞碌奔波官事至，隨緣下賤度時光。

The Life Palace is located in the Si Palace: the Si Palace has the「武曲」, Wealth star and mother star, 「天梁」, and 「巨门」; the「贪狼」and「廉贞」also arrive at this snake-like Si Palace. Even though there are auspicious stars in the three directions, they cannot bring about prestige or wealth, and one can only spend time in poverty and obscurity. The Life Palace is located in the Wu Palace: the Wu Palace has the「贪狼」, 「巨门」, Wealth star and mother star, and 「文昌」accompanying it; it is most avoided the「擎羊」(Yangren) coming from the triple harmony direction to clash; although one can achieve official positions through auspicious transformations, success comes and goes, and one remains poor in old age. The Life Palace is located in the Wei Palace: the Wei Palace is disliked when the「巨门」and Star of brightness and prestige are together; although there are fewer dangers, there are still harmful effects and injuries; one has to work hard all one's life, legal troubles come knocking, and one can only live day by day with a low status.

申酉安命 申宮機巨為破格，男人浪蕩女人貧，二宮若然桃花見，男女逢之總不榮。戍安命 戍上紫破若相逢，天同太陽皆主凶，若還孤寒更夭折，隨緣勤苦免貧窮。亥安命 亥宮貪火天梁同，飄蕩浪子走西東，若還富貴也年促，不然隸僕與貧窮。

The destiny palace is located in the Shen palace and You palace: when the Shen palace has the Star of Wisdom and Adaptability and the Dark Star and Star of Speech together, it is considered an unusual combination. For men, this leads to a reckless and unrestrained lifestyle, while for women, it results in poverty. If these two palaces also encounter the Taohua star, regardless of gender, the person will not achieve honor or success. When the destiny palace is located in the Xu palace: if the Xu palace has the Emperor star and the Expenditure star together, and the Star of Blessings and the Star of Brightness and Prestige also indicate misfortune, such a person will either be lonely and poor or suffer an early death. They can only rely on fate and work hard to barely avoid poverty. When the destiny palace is located in the Hai palace: if the Hai palace has the Star of Romance and Desire, the Malefic of Violence, and the Shelter Star and Longevity Star together, the person will be a wanderer, constantly moving from place to place. Even if they attain wealth and status, their lifespan will be short. Otherwise, they will become servants or fall into poverty.

子宮得地太陰星，殺破昌貪文曲明，丑未紫破朝日月，未貞梁丑福非輕，寅宮最喜逢陽巨，七殺天同梁文清，卯上巨機為貴格，武曲守卯福豐盈，辰戍機梁非小補，戍宮天府累千金，巳亥天機天相貴，午宮紫府梁俱榮，

The star Wealth star and mother star is in a favorable position when it falls in theZi Palace, and the stars 「七杀」「破军」「文昌」「贪狼」「文曲」are also strong and effective here. In the Chou Palace and Wei Palace, the stars 「紫微」「破军」are present, with the sun and Wealth star and mother star coming to pay homage, and the combination of 「廉贞」「天梁」in the Wei Palace and the corresponding combinations in the Chou Palace bring substantial blessings. The Yin Palace is most favorable when it meets the sun and 「巨门」, and the stars 「七杀」「天同」「天梁」here indicate a refined and noble status. The Mao Palace with 「巨门」「天机」is a noble configuration, and the presence of 「武曲」in the Mao Palace brings abundant fortune. The Chen Palace and Xu Palace with 「天机」「天梁」are not minor benefits; the 「天府」in the Xu Palace can accumulate great wealth. TheSi Palace and Hai Palace with 「天机」「天相」indicate nobility, and theWu Palace with 「紫微」「天府」「天梁」all indicate honor and prominence.

申宮貞巨陰殺美，酉戍亥上太陰停，卯辰巳午陽正照，紫府巨宿巳亥興，亥宮天府天梁吉，子宮機宿亦中平，七殺子午逢左右，文曲加之格最清，廉坐中宮逢輔弼，更兼化吉禍尤興。

The stars Lian Zhen, Dark star and star of speech, Wealth star and mother star and General star and star of severity are all favorable in the Shen palace. The You, Xu and Hai palaces are suitable for Wealth star and mother star to reside. The four palaces of Mao, Chen, Si and Wu are positions where the Sun shines strongly. The stars The Emperor star, Treasury star and command star and Dark star and star of speech in the Si and Hai palaces indicate prosperity. The stars Treasury star and command star and Shelter star and longevity star in the Hai palace are auspicious, while the star Tian Ji (Star of wisdom and adaptability) in the Zi palace is of medium quality. When General star and star of severity is in the Zi or Wu palace and meets Auxiliary auspicious star and Auxiliary auspicious star, along with Star of talent and eloquence, the configuration is most refined and noble. If Lian Zhen is in the central palace and meets Auxiliary auspicious star and Auxiliary auspicious star, along with favorable transformations, even if there are misfortunes, they can turn into success.

武曲巳亥逢，六甲帥邊庭，貪狼居卯酉，遇火作公卿，天機坐卯貴，寅月六丁榮，巨卯逢左右，六乙立邊庭，巨坐寅申位，偏喜甲庚生，二宮逢七殺，左右會昌星，辰戍遇三宿，必主位公卿。

The star "Wuqu" in the Si and Hai mansions indicates that those born in the Jia year (six Jia) can command border armies. The star "Tanlang" sitting in the Mao and You mansions, if meeting the malefic "Huo Xing", can attain the rank of a minister. The star "Tianji" sitting in the Mao mansion brings prestige, and those born in the Yin month or the Ding year (six Ding) will achieve honor. The star "Jumen" in the Mao mansion, when meeting the auspicious stars "Zuo Fu" and "You Bi", indicates that those born in the Ji year (six Ji) can establish achievements in the border regions. The star "Jumen" sitting in the Yin or Shen mansion particularly favors those born in the Jia or Geng years. If these two mansions also meet the star "Qishash" along with the conjunction of "Zuo Fu", "You Bi", and "Wenchang", then the official rank will reach that of a minister. The mansions Chen and Xu encountering these three stars will certainly attain the rank of a minister.

丑未巨機為值福，失陷此月福須輕，卯酉不喜逢羊刃，辰戌紫破朝羅網，辰休戌囚貪貞陷，午宮陰巨不堪稱，申宮合武為下格，酉逢機巨日無精，卯辰巳午逢陰宿，戌亥逢陽亦不容，貪殺巳亥居陷地，破軍卯酉不為清，

The "Juguan" and "Tianji" in the Chou and Wei palaces originally still have some fortune, but once they are lost, the fortune brought by the Taiyin is greatly reduced. The Mao and You Palace dislike encountering "Qingyang" (Yangren); the Chen and Xu palaces' "Ziwei" and "Pojun" are heading towards Tianluo and Diwang. The Chen palace, being "Tianluo," has its energy stopped, and the Xu palace, being "Diwang," is like being imprisoned; "Tanlang" and "Lianzhen" here are all in a fallen position. The Taiyin in the Wu palace with "Juguan" is not worth mentioning; the Shen palace combining with "Wuqu" is a poor configuration; the You palace encountering "Tianji" and "Juguan" causes the Sun to lose its vitality. The Mao, Chen, Si, and Wu palaces encountering Taiyin, and the Xu and Hai palaces encountering the Sun are all inauspicious. "Tanlang" and "Qishash" in the Si and Hai palaces are in a fallen position, and "Pojun" in the Mao and You palaces is not clear and auspicious.

加殺遇劫為奸盜，此是刑邪不必論，貪狼化祿居四墓，縱然遇吉亦中平，命纏弱地休逢忌，空劫擎羊加火鈴，若非夭折主下賤，六畜之命不可平，旺地發福終遠大，陷地崢嶸到底傾，二論不過五百字，富貴貧賤別得明。

If additional malevolent stars are added and the person encounters 'Di Jie', they become a wicked and lawless person. This kind of fate with cruel punishments and strange misfortunes does not need to be discussed in detail. When 'Tan Lang' transforms into a fortune and is seated in the four 'Mu Ku' (storage) houses, even if good stars are present, the outcome is only mediocre. If the native's Life Palace (destiny palace) is in a weak position, they must not also meet 'Hua Ji' (bad transformation). If 'Tian Kong' (star of emptiness), 'Di Jie', 'Qing Yang' (malefic of injury), 'Huo Xing' (malefic of violence), and 'Ling Xing' (hidden-fire malefic) are all present, the person is either short-lived or of low status, like an animal, and cannot be compared with ordinary people. When stars are in a strong position, their fortune will eventually be long-lasting and great; when they are in a weak position, temporary success will eventually lead to downfall. The above two passages are only about five hundred characters, yet the distinction between wealth and poverty has been clearly explained.

財蔭夾印 相守命武梁來夾是也，田宅宮亦然。日月夾財 武守命日月來夾是也，財帛宮亦然。財祿夾馬 馬守命武祿來夾是也，逢生旺尤妙。蔭印拱身 身臨田宅梁相拱沖是也，勿坐空亡。日月照璧 日月臨田宅宮是也，喜居墓庫。金燦光輝 太陽單守，命在午宮是也。

"The wealth and protection with seal star and imprint star": The imprint star "Tian Xiang" guards the Life Palace, while the wealth star "Wu Qu" and the protection star "Tian Liang" are located in the adjacent palace on either side, forming this pattern; the same combination in the field and residence palace is also considered. "Sun and Moon flanking wealth": The wealth star "Wu Qu" guards the Life Palace, with the sun and moon stars flanking it on both sides; the same combination in the wealth and fortune palace is also considered. "Wealth and salary flanking movement star": The movement star "Tian Ma" guards the Life Palace, with the wealth star "Wu Qu" and the wealth-salary star "Lu Cun" flanking it on both sides; if it also occurs in a favorable and thriving position, it is even more auspicious. "Protection and seal star supporting body": The body palace falls in the field and residence palace, with the protection star "Tian Liang" and the seal star "Tian Xiang" supporting and shining from the three directions, but it should not be located on the Kong Wang position. "Sun and Moon illuminating the field and residence": The sun and moon stars are located in the field and residence palace, preferring to be in the Storage positions of Chen, Xu, Chou, or Wei. "Golden brilliance": The sun star alone guards the Life Palace, with the Life Palace located in theWu Palace, forming this pattern.

日月夾命 不坐空亡遇逢本宮有吉星是也。日出扶桑 日在卯守命是也，守官祿宮亦然。月落亥宮 月在亥守命是也，又名月朗天門。月生滄海 月在子宮守田宅是也。輔弼拱主 紫微守命二星來拱是也，夾之亦然。君臣慶會 紫微左右同守命是也，更會相武陰妙上。財印夾祿 祿守命梁相來夾是也，入財亦然。祿馬佩印 馬前有祿印星同宮是也。坐貴向貴 謂魁鉞在命迭相坐拱是也。馬頭帶劍 謂馬有刃是也不是居午格。

"Sun and Moon Guarding the Fate": The native's Life Palace (fate palace) does not sit on Kongwang (Kongwang), and there are auspicious stars in its own palace, with the Sun and Moon stars guarding it from both sides. "Sun Rising from Fusu": The Sun star is in the Mao Palace (Mao palace) governing the Life Palace (fate palace), and the same applies if it governs the Career Palace (official position palace). "Moon Setting in Hai Palace": The Moon star is in the Hai Palace (Hai palace) governing the Life Palace (fate palace), also known as "Moon Shining at the Heavenly Gate". "Moon Born in the Sea": The Moon star is in the Zi Palace (Zi palace) governing the Property Palace (residence palace). "Auxiliary Stars Supporting the Sovereign": The Emperor Star (Ziwei) star governs the Life Palace (fate palace), with the Left Auxiliary (Zuofu) and Right Assistant (Youbi) stars supporting it; if these two stars also guard the Life Palace (fate palace), it is also considered auspicious. "Sovereign and Minister Celebration": The Emperor Star (Ziwei) star and the Left Auxiliary (Zuofu) and Right Assistant (Youbi) stars share the Life Palace (fate palace), and it is even better if they are joined by the Seal Star (Tianxiang), Wealth Star (Wuqu), and the Moon (Taiyin) stars. "Wealth and Seal Stars Guarding the Salary": The Wealth-salary star (Luchun) star governs the Life Palace (fate宫), with the Shelter Star (Tianliang) and Seal Star (Tianxiang) stars guarding it from both sides; the same applies if they are in the Wealth Palace (wealth palace). "Salary and Movement Star with Seal": The Star of Movement (Tianma) star has the Wealth-salary star (Luchun) star in front of it, and it shares the palace with the seal star (seal star)Seal Star (Tianxiang). "Occupying Honor and Facing Honor": The Tiankui (Tiankui) and Tianyue (Tianyue) stars are in the Life Palace (fate palace) and its opposite palace respectively, supporting each other. "Horse Head with Sword": The Star of movement (Tianma) star and Malefic of injury (Qingyang) star (a malefic star) are in the same palace, not referring to the pattern where they are in theWu Palace (Wu palace).

七殺朝斗 見前批註 日月並明 見前批註 明珠出海 見前批註 日月同臨 見前批註 刑囚夾印 天刑廉貞同臨身命主武勇之人。科權祿拱 見前批註 貪火相逢 謂二星守命同居廟旺是也。武曲守垣 武守命卯宮是也，餘不是。府相朝垣 見前批註 紫府朝垣 見前批註 文星暗拱 見前批註

"Seven Killers Facing the Constellation": Explanation is seen in the previous annotations. "Sun and Moon Shining Together": See previous annotations. "Pearl Emerging from the Sea": See previous annotations. "Sun and Moon Meeting Together": See previous annotations. "Punishment Star and Captive Star Surrounding the Seal": The "Star of Punishment" and the captive star "Lianzhen" are both present in the person's body palace and destiny palace, indicating that this person is brave and martial. "Scholarship, Authority, and Wealth Supporting": See previous annotations. "Desire Star and Malefic of Violence Meet": Refers to the stars "Tanlang" and "Fire Star" both governing the destiny, and both being in their flourishing positions. "Wuqu Guarding the Enclosure": Refers to the star "Wuqu" governing the destiny in the Mao Palace (Mao Palace), and not in any other palace. "Governor and Minister Facing the Enclosure": See previous annotations. "Purple and Government Facing the Enclosure": See previous annotations. "Literary Star Subtly Supporting": See previous annotations.

權祿生逢 二星守命廟旺是也，陷不是。羊刃入廟 辰戍丑未守命遇吉是也。巨機居卯 見前批註 明祿暗祿 見前批註 科明暗祿 見前批註 金輿扶駕 紫微守命前後有日月來夾是也。

"Authority and Wealth Meet" refers to the stars "Hua Quan" and "Hua Lu" governing the Life Palace and falling in their flourishing positions; if they fall in declining positions, it is not considered favorable. "Yang Ren in its Temple" means the malefic star "Qing Yang" governing the Life Palace and located in one of the four burial positions (Chen, Xu, Chou, Wei), and encountering auspicious stars. "Ju Ji in Mao" refers to the previous annotations. "Bright and Hidden Wealth" and "Academic Merit and Hidden Wealth" are also mentioned in previous annotations. "Jin Yu Supporting the Chariot" refers to the star "Zi Wei" governing the Life Palace, with the stars "Tai Yang" and "Tai Yin" in the adjacent palace to guard it, resembling a golden chariot accompanying the emperor on his journey.

生不逢時 命坐空亡逢廉貞是也。祿逢兩殺 祿坐空亡又逢空劫殺星是也。馬落空亡 馬既落亡雖祿沖會無用主奔波。日月藏輝 日月反背又逢巨暗是也。財與囚仇 武貞同守身命是也。一生孤貧 謂破守命星陷地是也。君子在野 謂四殺守身命而言臨陷地是也。兩重華蓋 謂祿存化祿坐命遇空劫是也。

"Born out of its time": The Life Palace is sitting on Kongwang and also meets「Lianzhen」. "Wealth meets two killers": The Lu star is sitting on Kongwang and also meets the malefic stars「Tiankong」and「Dijie」. "Horse falls into emptiness": The「Tianma」has fallen into Kongwang, even though there is Lu star to support it, it cannot be effective, indicating a life of constant travel and effort. "Sun and Moon hidden brilliance": The Star of brightness and prestige and Wealth star and mother star are in reverse and improper positions, and also meet the dark star「Jumeng」. "Wealth and imprisonment are enemies": The wealth star「Wuqu」and the imprisonment star「Lianzhen」both guard the Body Palace and Life Palace, and they are in conflict with each other. "A life of loneliness and poverty": Refers to「Pojun」guarding the Life Palace and the stars falling into a declining position. "The gentleman in the wild": Refers to the four malefic stars「Qingyang」、「Tuoluo」、「Huoxing」and「Lingxing」guarding the Body Palace and Life Palace, and all of them falling into a declining position. "Two layers of Huagai": Refers to Wealth-salary star and Hua Lu both sitting on the Life Palace, but they meet「Tiankong」and「Dijie」at the same time.

風雲際會 身命雖弱二限逢祿馬是也。錦上添花 謂限破惡星而行吉地是也。祿衰馬困 限逢七殺祿馬空亡是也。衣錦還鄉 少年不遂四十後行墓運是也。步數無依 前限接後限連綿不分是也。水上駕星 一年好一年不好是也。吉凶相伴 命有主星限前則發限衰不發是也。枯木逢春 謂命衰限好是也。

"Wind and Clouds Meet": The body palace and life palace may be weak, but during the major and minor periods, they reach the positions of "Wealth-Salary Star" and "Star of Movement." "Adding Flowers to Brocade": Refers to the fortune periods having broken through evil stars and arriving at auspicious palace positions. "Wealth-Salary Star and Star of Movement in Trouble": The fortune periods meet "General Star and Star of Severity," while "Wealth-Salary Star" and "Star of Movement" fall into Kongwang. "Returning in Splendor": Not achieving success in youth, but becoming successful at the age of forty when arriving at the fortune periods of the Storage (storage) of Chen, Xu, Chou, and Wei. "Steps Without Support": The previous fortune period directly connects with the next one, continuous and unclear boundaries. "Stars on Water": One year is good, the next is bad, fluctuating. "Good and Bad Accompany Each Other": The destiny has a main star, the fortune periods develop in the early stage, but once the fortune periods decline, success ceases. "Withered Tree Meets Spring": Refers to a weak destiny but good fortune periods.

大抵人命俱從寅上起正月，順數至本生月止，又自人生月起子時逆至本生時安命，順至本生時安身。假如正月生子時就在寅宮安身命，丑時逆轉丑安命，順去卯安身，寅時逆轉子安命，順至辰安身，餘宮仿此。又若閏月正月生者要在二月內起安身命，凡有閏月具要依此為例，納音甲子歌誤要熟讀。

In general, when arranging a person's birth chart, one starts from the Yin Palace for the first month and counts forward to the month of birth. Then, starting from the palace of the birth month, one counts backward to the birth hour to determine the Life Palace, and forward to the birth hour to determine the Body Palace. For example, someone born at Zi hour in the first month would have their Life Palace and Body Palace placed in the Yin Palace. Someone born at Chou hour would have their Life Palace placed in the Chou Palace and Body Palace in the Mao Palace. Someone born at Yin hour would have their Life Palace placed in the Zi Palace and Body Palace in the Chen Palace. The rest of the palaces are determined in the same way. If there is a leap month and the person is born in the first month, the Life Palace and Body Palace should be determined within the second month. Whenever there is a leap month, this method should be followed. The "Nayin Jiazi Song" is easy to get wrong, so it must be thoroughly memorized.

如甲生人安命在寅，卻起甲己之年丙為首，是丙寅丁卯爐中火，卻去火局尋某日生期起紫微帝王。如是正月初一生者是火局，酉宮起初一日，就從酉宮起紫微，數無差遲，若錯了則失之毫釐，差之千里矣。

For example, if someone is born in the year of Jia, and their destiny palace is in the Yin palace, they should use the mnemonic "Jia and Ji years start with Bing" to determine the hidden stem. The Yin Palace is Bingyin, and the Mao palace is Dingmao. The Nayin sound element belongs to "Fire in the Furnace." Then, they should refer to the table of the Fire group, and determine the position of the Emperor star (Ziwei) based on their birth date. If someone is born on the first day of the first lunar month, which belongs to the Fire group, they should start counting from the You palace on the first day, placing the Emperor star in the You palace. This method ensures accuracy; once an error occurs, it can lead to significant mistakes.

安十二宮例 男女俱從逆轉切忌莫順去。一 命宮、二兄弟、三妻妾、四子女、五財帛、六疾厄、七遷移、八奴僕、九官祿、十田宅、十一福德、十二父母

Arrangement of the Twelve Houses: Regardless of male or female birth charts, the sequence is always started from the native's natal house and proceeds in a counterclockwise direction, never in a clockwise direction. The order is as follows: first the Native's House, second the Brothers' House, third the Spouse's House (Marriage House), fourth the Children's House, fifth the Wealth House, sixth the Diseases and Disabilities House, seventh the Migration House, eighth the Servants' House, ninth the Official Career House, tenth the Real Estate House, eleventh the Fortune and Virtue House, and twelfth the Parents' House.

起五行寅例 甲己之歲起丙寅，乙庚之歲起戊寅，丙辛之歲起庚寅，丁壬之歲起壬寅，戊癸之歲起甲寅。

To determine the "starting with Yin" system in the Five Phases arrangement: for Jia years and Ji years, the Yin Palace starts with Bingyin; for Yi years and Geng years, the Yin Palace starts with Wuyin; for Bing years and Xin years, the Yin Palace starts with Gengyin; for Ding years and Ren years, the Yin Palace starts with Rennyin; for Wu years and Gui years, the Yin Palace starts with Jiayin. After determining the stem and branch of the Yin Palace, the remaining palaces are arranged in order following the sixty jiazi cycle. Then, taking the Nayin sound element, one can determine the Water Two, Wood Three, Metal Four, Earth Five, and Fire Six phases.

六十花甲子納音歌。甲子乙丑海中金，丙寅丁卯爐中火，戊辰己巳大林木，庚午辛未路旁土，壬申癸酉劍峰金，甲戊乙亥山頭火，丙子丁丑澗下水，戊寅己卯城頭土，庚辰辛巳白蠟金，壬午癸未楊柳木，甲申乙酉泉中水，丙戌丁亥屋上土，戊子己丑霹靂火，庚寅辛卯松柏木，壬辰癸巳長流水，

The sixty jiazi (Heavenly Stems and Earthly Branches combinations) nayin (sound element) song: Jiazi and Yichou years have the nayin element of "sea water gold"; Bingyin and Dingmao have "forge fire"; Wuchen and Jisi have "great forest wood"; Gengwu and Xinwei have "roadside soil"; Renshen and Guiyou have "sword sharpness gold"; Jiaxu and Yihai have "mountain head fire"; Bingzi and Dingchou have "stream water"; Wuyin and Jimao have "city head soil"; Gengchen and Xinsi have "white wax gold"; Renwu and Guiwei have "willow and poplar wood"; Jiashen and Yiyou have "spring water"; Bingxu and Dinghai have "roof soil"; Wuzi and Jichou have "lightning fire"; Gengyin and Xinmao have "pine and cypress wood"; Renchen and Guisi have "long flowing water".

甲午乙未沙中金，丙申丁酉山下火，戊戌已亥平地木，庚子辛丑壁上土，壬寅癸卯金箔金，甲辰乙巳覆燈火，丙午丁未天河水，戊申己酉大驛土，庚戌辛亥釵釧金，壬子癸丑桑拓木，甲寅乙卯大溪水，丙辰丁巳沙中土，戊午己未天上火，庚申辛酉石榴木，壬戌癸亥大海水。

Jiawu and Yiwei are "Sand Middle Gold"; Bingshen and Dingyou are "Fire Under the Mountain"; Wuxu and Jihai are "Flat Land Wood"; Gengzi and Xinchou are "Wall Earth"; Renyin and Guimao are "Gold Foil Gold"; Jiachen and Yisi are "Covered Lamp Fire"; Bingwu and Dingwei are "Heavenly River Water"; Wushen and Jiyou are "Great Pass Earth"; Gengxu and Xinhai are "Hairpin and Bracelet Gold"; Renzi and Guichou are "Mulberry and Locust Wood"; Jiayin and Yimao are "Great Stream Water"; Bingchen and Dingsi are "Sand Middle Earth"; Wuwu and Jiwei are "Heavenly Fire"; Gengshen and Xinyou are "Pomegranate Wood"; Renxu and Guihai are "Great Sea Water".

安南北斗諸星訣。紫微天機逆行旁，隔一陽武天同當，又隔二位廉貞地，空三復見紫微郎。天府太陰與貪狼，巨門天相及天梁，七殺空三破軍位，八星順數細推詳。

The method for placing the Northern and Southern Stars: After fixing the position of the Emperor star (Ziwei), the Star of Wisdom and Adaptability (Tianji) follows immediately in theretrograde direction of Ziwei. Then, skipping one palace, place the Star of Brightness and Prestige (Taiyang), followed by the Wealth and General Star (Wuqu), then the Star of Blessings (Tiantong). Next, skip two palaces to place the Star of Integrity and Justice (Lianzhen). Then skip three palaces and return to the position of Ziwei. For the Treasury star and command star system: the Treasury and Command Star (Tianfu), Wealth and Mother Star (Taiyin), Star of Romance and Desire (Tanlang), Dark and Star of Speech (Jumen), Seal and Star of Livelihood (Tianxiang), Shelter and Longevity Star (Tianliang), and General and Star of Severity (Qishash) are arranged in sequence. After Qishash, skip three palaces to place the Expenditure and Vanguard Star (Pojun). All eight stars are arranged in sequence, and careful calculation is required.

安文昌文曲星訣 論本生時。子時戌上起文昌，逆到生時是貴鄉，文曲數從辰上起，順到生時是本鄉。

The formula for placing the stars 「Wenqiang」 and 「Wenqu」 is based on the time of birth: starting from the Xu palace in the Zi hour, count backward to the birth hour; the palace reached is the noble position of Wenqiang. For Wenqu, start from the Chen palace and count forward to the birth hour; the palace reached is the original position of Wenqu.

文昌星從戌上起子時，就在戌宮安，若丑時逆至酉宮安之。文曲星從辰上起子時，如人生子時就在辰宮安，若丑時順去巳宮安之，餘宮仿此。

Specifically, the Star of Examinations and Documents begins at the Xu palace for the Zi hour: those born in the Zi hour place the Star of Examinations and Documents at the Xu palace; those born in the Chou hour place it one step backward at the You palace. The Star of Talent and Eloquence begins at the Chen palace for the Zi hour: those born in the Zi hour place the Star of Talent and Eloquence at the Chen palace; those born in the Chou hour place it one step forward at the Si palace. The rest of the hours follow this method accordingly.

安左輔右弼星訣 論本生月。左輔正月起於辰，順逢生月是貴方，右弼正月宮尋戌，逆至正月便調停。左輔從辰上起正月順行，如正月生者就辰宮安之。二月在巳宮，右弼從戌宮逆轉如正月便成戌宮安之，二月在酉宮餘仿此。

The mnemonic for placing the two auxiliary auspicious stars, Left Assistant and Right Assistant, is based on the birth month. Left Assistant starts from the Chen palace in January and moves forward in sequence to the birth month; the palace reached is its favorable position. Right Assistant starts from the Xu palace in January and moves backward to the birth month, where it settles. That is, Left Assistant begins at Chen palace in January and proceeds in order: those born in January are placed in Chen palace, those born in February in Si palace, and so on. Right Assistant begins at Xu palace in January and moves backward: those born in January are placed in Xu palace, those born in February in You palace, and so on. The rest of the months follow the same pattern.

安天魁天鉞訣 論本生年干。甲戊庚牛羊，乙己鼠猴鄉，六辛逢虎馬，壬癸免蛇藏，丙丁豬狗位，此是貴人方。二星主科甲，身命若逢之，金榜提名之客。

The method to determine the positions of "Tian Gui" and "Tian Yue" is based on the heavenly stem of the birth year: for Jia and Wu years, the Nobleman is in the Ox (Chou) and the Sheep (Wei); for Yi and Ji years, the Nobleman is in the Rat (Zi) and the Monkey (Shen); for Xin years, the Nobleman is in the Tiger (Yin) and the Horse (Wu); for Ren and Gui years, the Nobleman is hidden in the Rabbit (Mao) and the Snake (Si); for Bing and Ding years, the Nobleman is in the Pig (Hai) and the Dog (Xu). This is the position of Tianyi Nobleman. These two stars are associated with high achievements in the imperial examinations. If a person's body palace or destiny palace encounters them, they will be destined for success in the imperial examination list.

安天馬星訣 論本生年支。寅午戍人馬居申，申子辰人馬居寅，巳酉丑人馬居亥，亥卯未人馬居巳。如安命在辰戌丑未，遇夫妻宮在寅申巳亥有天馬，若得同位或三方照臨，必主男為官女封贈，不然祿馬交馳亦吉。

The formula for placing the Star of Movement (天马) is based on the earthly branch of the birth year: those born in the years of Yin, Wu, or Xu have the Star of Movement in Shen; those born in the years of Shen, Zi, or Chen have it in Yin; those born in the years of Si, You, or Chou have it in Hai; and those born in the years of Hai, Mao, or Wei have it in Si. If the Life Palace is located in Chen, Xu, Chou, or Wei, and the Spouse Palace is in Yin, Shen, Si, or Hai with the Star of Movement present, and if it is accompanied by auspicious stars or receives support from three directions, it will certainly indicate that men will attain official positions and women will receive honors. Even if this is not the case, as long as the configuration forms "Lù Mǎ Jiāo Chí" (禄马交驰), it will still be favorable.

安祿存星訣 論本生年干。甲生祿存在寅宮，乙生在卯丙戊巳，丁己祿存停午方，庚祿居申辛祿酉，壬祿在亥癸祿子。

The rule for placing the Wealth-salary star (Lu Cun) is based on the heavenly stem of the birth year: those born in a Jia year have the Wealth-salary star in the Yin palace; those born in a Yi year, in the Mao palace; those born in a Bing year, in the Si palace; those born in a Ding year, in the Wu palace; those born in a Wu year, in the Si palace; those born in a Ji year, in the Wu palace; those born in a Geng year, in the Shen palace; those born in a Xin year, in the You palace; those born in a Ren year, in the Hai palace; and those born in a Gui year, in the Zi palace.

安擎羊陀羅二星訣。祿前擎羊後陀羅，夾限逢凶禍患多，歲限逢之俱不利，人生遇此莫蹉跎。此二星隨祿存安之，前安擎羊祿後安陀羅。假如癸祿在子，丑宮安擎羊，亥宮安陀羅，餘仿此。

The rule for placing the stars 「Qingyang」 and 「Tuo Luo」 is: place Qingyang in the position before the Wealth-salary star, and Tuo Luo in the position after the Wealth-salary star. If the fortune period or limit is caught between these two stars and encounters other malevolent stars, misfortunes will increase. If the current year's sovereign star and the fortune period meet these stars, it is unfavorable. When a person encounters such situations, they must not delay or neglect matters. These two stars are placed according to the Lu Cun: place Qingyang in the position before the Lu Cun's palace, and Tuo Luo in the position after the Wealth-salary star's palace. For example, for someone born in the Gui year, the Wealth-salary star is in the Zi palace, so Qingyang is placed in the Chou palace and Tuo Luo in the Hai palace. The same rule applies to other years.

安火鈴二星訣。寅午戌人丑卯方，申子辰人寅戌揚，巳酉丑人卯戌位，亥卯未人酉戌房。

The formula for placing the stars 「Malefic of violence」 and 「Hidden-fire malefic」 is as follows: those born in the years of Yin, Wu, Xu have the Malefic of violence in the Chou Palace and the Hidden-fire malefic in the Mao Palace; those born in the years of Shen, Zi, Chen have them in the Yin Palace and Xu Palace; those born in the years of Si, You, Chou have them in the Mao Palace and Xu Palace; those born in the years of Hai, Mao, Wei have them in the You Palace and Xu Palace.

安祿權科忌四星變化訣 論生年干 挾火而化。甲廉破武陽為伴，乙機梁紫月交侵，丙同機昌廉貞位，丁月同機巨門尋，戊貪月弼機為主，己武貪梁曲最平，庚日武陰同為首，辛巨陽曲昌至臨，壬梁紫府武宿是，癸破巨陰貪狼停。

The mnemonic for the four transformations 「化禄」「化权」「化科」「化忌」 is based on the heavenly stem of the birth year. The four transformations change according to the stem: for the year Jia, the four stars are 「Lianzhen」「Pojun」「Wuqu」 and the Sun; for the year Yi, they are 「Tianji」「Tianliang」「Ziwu」 and the Moon; for the year Bing, they are 「Tiantong」「Tianji」「Wenchang」 and 「Lianzhen」; for the year Ding, they are the Moon, 「Tiantong」「Tianji」 and 「Jumen」; for the year Wu, they are 「Tanlang」, the Moon, 「Youbi」 and 「Tianji」; for the year Ji, they are 「Wuqu」「Tanlang」「Tianliang」 and 「Wenqu」, which is the smoothest; for the year Geng, they are the Sun, 「Wuqu」, the Moon and 「Tiantong」; for the year Xin, they are 「Jumen」, the Sun, 「Wenqu」 and 「Wenchang」; for the year Ren, they are 「Tianliang」「Ziwu」「Tianfu」 and 「Wuqu」; for the year Gui, they are 「Pojun」「Jumen」, the Moon and 「Tanlang」. Each group of four stars corresponds to 「化禄」「化权」「化科」「化忌」 in order.

如甲生人廉貞化祿、破軍化權、武曲化科、太陽化忌是也，餘仿此。

For example, someone born in the year of Jia will have "Lianzhen" transforming into wealth, "Pojun" transforming into authority, "Wuqu" transforming into academic achievement, and the Sun star transforming into a curse. The other heavenly stems are similarly interpreted in the same way.

天空地劫訣 論本生時。亥上起子順安劫，逆向便是天空鄉。如子時生者劫空俱在亥宮。若丑時生者劫順在子宮，空逆在戌宮。若午時生者，劫空俱在巳上安之。餘宮仿此。

The formula for placing "Star of Emptiness" and "Plunder Malefic" is based on the time of birth: starting from the Hai Palace, count forward to determine the position of Plunder Malefic; starting from the Hai Palace, count backward to determine the position of Star of Emptiness. For example, those born at the Zi hour have both Star of Emptiness and Plunder Malefic in the Hai Palace; those born at the Chou hour have Plunder Malefic in theZi Palace and Star of Emptiness in theXu Palace; those born at the Wu hour have both Star of Emptiness and Plunder Malefic in theSi Palace. The same method applies to other hours.

安天傷天使訣。命前六位是天傷，命後六位天使當。順數命前六位是天傷，命後六位是天使，天傷安在奴僕宮，天使安在疾厄宮。身與歲限夾在傷使中間，謂之加夾地更加惡曜多凶。

The formula for placing the stars 「Tian Shang」 and 「Tian Shi」 is: the sixth position before the Life Palace is Tian Shang, and the sixth position after the Life Palace is Tian Shi. Counting forward, the sixth position before the Life Palace is where Tian Shang is placed, and the sixth position after the Life Palace is where Tian Shi is placed. In this way, Tian Shang falls exactly in the servant palace, and Tian Shi falls exactly in the illness palace. If the body palace or the current year's fortune is sandwiched between Tian Shang and Tian Shi, it is called 「Jia Jia Di」. If there are also malevolent stars involved, it often indicates danger.

安十二宮太歲殺祿訣。博士力士青龍續，小耗將軍及奏書，蜚廉喜神病符錄，天耗伏兵至宮府，吉凶從此分禍福。要知不論男女命尋祿存星起，陽男陰女順推輪，陰男陽女逆流行。

The mnemonic for arranging the twelve palace positions, annual malevolent stars, and the Wealth-Salary Star is as follows: first come the Doctor, the Warrior, and the Azure Dragon in sequence, followed by the Minor Loss, the General, and the Memorial Star. Then comes the Star of Solitude and Strife, the Joyful Deity, and the Bingfu Star. Next are the Great Expenditure (Tian Hao), the Hidden Army, and so on until reaching the Official Office. The fortune, misfortune, blessings, and calamities are determined by the arrangement of these stars. It should be known that regardless of whether the person is male or female, the sequence starts from the palace where the Wealth-Salary Star is located. For a man born in a yang year or a woman born in a yin year, the sequence is pushed forward in the order. For a man born in a yin year or a woman born in a yang year, the sequence is pushed backward.

博士聰明力士權，青龍喜氣小耗錢，將軍威武奏書福，蜚廉主弧喜神延，病符帶疾耗退祖，伏兵宮府口舌纏，生年坐守十二殺，方敢斷人禍福源。

The "Doctor" star signifies wisdom, the "Forceful Warrior" star signifies authority; the "Azure Dragon" signifies joy and celebration, the "Minor Loss" star signifies financial loss; the "General" star signifies strength and power, the "Petition" star signifies good fortune; the "Star of Solitude and Strife" signifies loneliness, the "Joyful Deity" signifies continuous good news; the "Bingfu" star signifies illness, the "Great Loss" star signifies the decline of ancestral fortune; the "Hidden Army" and "Government" stars signify disputes and conflicts. One must first determine the positions of the twelve flowing stars for the year of birth before one can judge the root of a person's fortune and misfortune.

安天刑天姚星訣。天刑星從酉上起正月順至本生月便安之。天姚星從丑上起正月順至本生月即安之。

The mnemonic for placing the stars 'Heavenly Punishment' and 'Secondary Romance' is: 'Heavenly Punishment' begins at the You palace in January, and is counted forward to the birth month, being placed in that palace; 'Secondary Romance' begins at the Chou palace in January, and is counted forward to the birth month, being placed in that palace.

安三臺八座二星訣 三臺尋左輔將初一日加在左輔宮，順數至本生日安之。八座尋右弼將初一加右弼宮逆數至本生日安之是也。

The formula for placing the stars 「San Tai」 and 「Ba Zuo」 is: for 「San Tai」, find 「Zuo Fu」, add the first day of the month to the palace where 「Zuo Fu」 is located, and count forward to the day of birth, placing 「San Tai」 in that palace. For 「Ba Zuo」, find 「You Bi」, add the first day of the month to the palace where 「You Bi」 is located, and count backward to the day of birth, placing 「Ba Zuo」 in that palace.

安天哭天虛星訣 論本生年支。天哭天虛起午宮。午宮起子兩分蹤。哭逆巳兮虛順未。數到生年便居中。

The formula for placing the stars Star of grief (Star of grief) and Star of depletion (Star of depletion) is based on the earthly branch of the birth year. Both stars start from the Wu palace. After the Zi year, the two stars diverge: Star of grief (Star of grief) moves backward to the Si palace, while Star of depletion (Star of depletion) moves forward to the Wei palace. Each counts to the earthly branch of the birth year, and the palace where they land is their position.

安龍池鳳閣訣 論本生年支。龍池子順辰，鳳閣子戌逆。

The formula for placing the stars Long Chi and Feng Ge is based on the earthly branch of the birth year. Long Chi starts from the Chen palace in the Zi year and moves forward in sequence, while Feng Ge starts from the Xu palace in the Zi year and moves backward. Counting to the earthly branch of the birth year determines the palace where each star is located.

安臺輔封訣。由午宮起子順數至本生時安之。安封誥訣。由寅起宮子順數至本生時安之。

The rule for placing the Star of Conferment is: start from theWu Palace at the Zi hour and count forward to the birth hour, placing the Star of Conferment in that palace. The rule for placing the Opposite Tai Fu is: start from the Yin Palace at the Zi hour and count forward to the birth hour, placing the Opposite Tai Fu in that palace.

安長生、沐浴、冠帶、臨官、帝旺、衰、病、死、墓、絕、胎、養 男命順數、女命逆數。火局命寅起長生。木局命亥起長生。水局命申起長生。金局命巳起長生。土局命申起長生。

The twelve long life spirits are placed as follows: for male destiny, they are counted in order; for female destiny, they are counted in reverse. For those with a fire element destiny, the long life begins at the Yin Palace; for those with a wood element destiny, the long life begins at the Hai Palace; for those with a water element destiny, the long life begins at the Shen Palace; for those with a metal element destiny, the long life begins at theSi Palace; and for those with a earth element destiny, the long life also begins at the Shen Palace. The sequence is: long life, bathing, capping, officialdom, prosperity, decline, illness, death, tomb, extinction, fetus, and nurturing.

安紅鸞天喜訣。卯上起子逆數之，數到當生太歲支，坐守此宮紅鸞位，對宮天喜不差移。年少婚姻喜事奇，老人必主喪其妻，三十年前為吉曜，五十年後不相宜。

The formula for placing the stars 「Hongluan」 and 「Tianxi」 is: start from the Mao palace for the Zi year, count backwards, and stop at the earthly branch of the birth year. The palace where you stop is the position of Hongluan; its opposite palace is Tianxi, without any error. Young people encountering these two stars indicate very harmonious marital happiness; however, older people encountering them may indicate the loss of a spouse. In summary, these stars are considered auspicious before the age of thirty, but they are not suitable after the age of fifty.

安喪門白虎弔客官府四飛星訣。流年太歲前二位是喪門，後二位是弔客，喪門對照安白虎，弔客對照安官府。歲君前二是喪門，後二宮中弔客存，對照喪門安白虎，弔客對照安官府。

The formula for placing the four stars 「Mourning-and-Condolence spirit」, 「White Tiger」, 「Funeral Guest」, and 「Government」 is: the second position before the current year's sovereign is the Mourning-and-Condolence spirit, and the second position after the current year's sovereign is the Funeral Guest; the opposite position of the Mourning-and-Condolence spirit is where the White Tiger is placed, and the opposite position of the Funeral Guest is where the Government is placed. The rhyme says: the second position before the sovereign (year ruler) is the Mourning-and-Condolence spirit, and the second position after the sovereign is where the Funeral Guest is placed; the opposite position of the Mourning-and-Condolence spirit is where the White Tiger is placed, and the opposite position of the Funeral Guest is where the Government is placed.

安斗君訣 即月將星是也。於流年太歲宮起正月逆至本生月，又從本生月起子順數至本生時安斗君。大歲宮中便起正，逆尋生月即留停，又從生月宮輪子，順至生時鎮斗星。

The formula for placing the 'Dǒu Jun' - Dǒu Jun is the Month General. Begin from the palace of the current year's Tai Sui, starting with the first month, and count backwards to the birth month. Then, from the palace of the birth month, start with the Zi hour and count forward to the birth hour; place Dǒu Jun in that palace. The rhyme says: start from the palace of the Tai Sui with the first month, count backwards to the birth month and stop; then from the palace of the birth month, start with the Zi hour and count forward to the birth hour, and Dǒu Jun will be stationed there.

安天德月德解神訣。天德星從酉上起子，順數至流年太歲上是也。月德星從子上起子，順數至流年太歲上是也。解神從戌上起子，逆數至當生年太歲上是也。

The formula for placing the stars Star of virtue and resolution, Star of virtue and charity, and Star of resolution is as follows: Star of virtue and resolution starts from the You Palace in the year Zi and moves forward in sequence until it reaches the earthly branch of the current year's heavenly stem, where it stops; Yue De starts from the Zi Palace in the year Zi and moves forward in sequence until it reaches the earthly branch of the current year's heavenly stem, where it stops; Star of resolution starts from theXu Palace in the year Zi and moves backward in sequence until it reaches the earthly branch of the birth year's heavenly stem, where it stops.

安飛天三殺訣 即奏書、將軍、直符。寅午戍年飛入亥卯未宮。申子辰年飛入巳酉丑宮。亥卯未年飛入申子辰宮。巳酉丑年飛入寅午戌宮。奏書口舌禍來侵，將軍飛入悔心驚，直符官災終不免，此是流年三殺星。

The formula for placing the 'Flying Heaven Three Killers' — the Three Killers are the Official Document, General, and Direct Symbol. In the years of Yin, Wu, Xu, the Three Killers fly into the three palaces of Hai, Mao, Wei; in the years of Shen, Zi, Chen, they fly into the three palaces of Si, You, Chou; in the years of Hai, Mao, Wei, they fly into the three palaces of Shen, Zi, Chen; and in the years of Si, You, Chou, they fly into the three palaces of Yin, Wu, Xu. The rhyme says: When the Official Document arrives, disputes and troubles will come; when the General flies in, people will feel regret and fear; when the Direct Symbol arrives, lawsuits and misfortunes are inevitable. These are the three evil stars of the current year.

安截路空亡訣 論本生年。甲己申酉宮，乙庚午未宮，丙辛辰巳宮，丁壬寅卯宮，戊癸子丑宮。安旬中空亡訣 論本生年。甲子旬中空戌亥，甲寅旬中空子丑，甲辰旬中空寅卯，甲午旬中空辰巳，甲申旬中空午未，甲戌旬中空申酉。

The formula for placing "截路空亡" is based on the heavenly stem of the birth year: for Jia and Ji years, Kongwang is in Shen and You; for Yi and Geng years, it is in Wu and Wei; for Bing and Xin years, it is in Chen and Si; for Ding and Ren years, it is in Yin and Mao; for Wu and Gui years, it is in Zi and Chou. The formula for placing "旬中空亡" is based on the ten-day cycle of the birth year: for the Jiazi cycle, Kongwang is in Xu and Hai; for Jiayin cycle, it is in Zi and Chou; for Jiachen cycle, it is in Yin and Mao; for Jiawu cycle, it is in Chen and Si; for Jiashen cycle, it is in Wu and Wei; for Jiaxu cycle, it is in Shen and You.

安大限訣。陽男陰女從命前一宮起順行 是父母宮。陰男陽女從命後一宮起逆行 是兄弟宮

The rule for determining the major life periods is as follows: For a man born in a yang year, starting from the palace before the Life Palace and moving forward, that palace is the parents'palace; for a woman born in a yin year, starting from the palace after the Life Palace and moving backward, that palace is the siblings'palace. Each palaces governs ten years, and this sequence continues in order.

安小限訣 不論陰陽男俱順數不論陰陽女俱逆數。寅午戌人起辰宮，申子辰人自戌宮，巳酉丑人起未宮，亥卯未人起丑宮。

The formula for determining the small limit (xiuxian): regardless of whether it is a yang or yin year, men count forward; regardless of whether it is a yang or yin year, women count backward. Those born in the years of Yin, Wu, Xu start the small limit from the Chen palace; those born in the years of Shen, Zi, Chen start from the Xu palace; those born in the years of Si, You, Chou start from the Wei palace; those born in the years of Hai, Mao, Wei start from the Chou palace.

安童限訣。一命二財三疾厄，四妻五福六官祿，餘年一派順流行，十五命宮看端的。

The formula for arranging the early years (childhood period) is: at one year old, look at the destiny palace; at two years old, look at the wealth palace; at three years old, look at the illness palace; at four years old, look at the spouse palace; at five years old, look at the fortune virtue palace; at six years old, look at the official career palace; for the remaining years, follow the sequence in order; at fifteen years old, return to the destiny palace to see clearly.

安命主。貪狼子宮，巨門丑亥宮，祿存寅戌宮，文曲卯酉宮，廉真申辰宮，武曲巳未宮，破軍午宮。假如午宮安命尋破軍星在何宮即命主也，子宮安命尋貪狼星在何宮即命主也，左輔隨丑至午，右弼隨亥至午。

The stable main star: if the Life Palace is in the Zi (Rat)palace, the main star is Star of romance and desire; if in the Chou (Ox)palace or Hai (Pig)palace, the main star is Dark star and star of speech; if in the Yin (Tiger)palace or Xu (Dog)palace, the main star is Wealth-salary star; if in the Mao (Rabbit)palace or You (Goat)palace, the main star is Star of talent and eloquence; if in the Shen (Monkey)palace or Chen (Dragon)palace, the main star is Lian Zhen; if in the Si (Snake)palace or Wei (Sheep)palace, the main star is Wealth star and general star; if in the Wu (Horse)palace, the main star is Expenditure star and vanguard star. For example, if the Life Palace is in the Wu (Horse)palace, look at where the Expenditure star and vanguard star is located, and that is the main star; if the Life Palace is in the Zi (Rat)palace, look at where the Star of romance and desire star is located, and that is the main star. Auxiliary auspicious star moves from the Chou (Ox)palace in a clockwise direction to the Wu (Horse)palace, and Auxiliary auspicious star moves from the Hai (Pig)palace in a counterclockwise direction to the Wu (Horse)palace, and the same method applies for arranging them.

安身主。子午人火玲星，丑未人天相星，寅申人天梁星，卯酉人天同星，辰戌人文昌星，巳亥人天機星。

To determine the "body master" star, use the earthly branch of the birth year: those born in the Year of the Rat or the Horse have Mars and Bell Star as their body master; those born in the Year of the Ox or the Goat have the Star of Livelihood and Longevity; those born in the Year of the Tiger or the Monkey have the Star of Shelter and Longevity; those born in the Year of the Rabbit or the Rooster have the Star of Blessings; those born in the Year of the Dragon or the Dog have the Star of Examinations and Documents; and those born in the Year of the Snake or the Pig have the Star of Wisdom and Adaptability.

論安命金鎖鐵蛇關。當從戌上起子年，順數行年月逆推，日又順數時逆轉，小兒壽夭可先知。此法從戌上起年順行至本生年，年上起月逆數至本生月，月上起日，月上起時，逆至本生時遇丑未宮病有救，辰戌宮死。

The method for determining the "Golden Lock and Iron Snake Gate" is discussed. The rhyme says: start from the Xu palace for the Zi year, and count forward in order for the birth year. For the month, count backward; for the day, count forward again; and for the hour, count backward once more. In this way, the length of the child's life can be predicted in advance. The specific method is: start from the Xu palace and count forward to the birth year. From the palace where the birth year falls, count backward to the birth month. Then, from the palace where the birth month falls, count forward again for the day, and count backward to the birth hour. If it falls in the Chou or Wei palace, there is still a chance of recovery from illness. If it falls in the Chen or Xu palace, it indicates a short life.

定男女竹蘿三限。法曰同前帝皇局例，只是逆行以上此二數逆排定，只托三方四正七殺破軍俱作竹蘿三限，若再加巨暗凶星便作三方四正定議，若大小二限相遇作死限斷。

The method of determining male and female using the "Zhu Luo San Xian" is the same as the "Di Huang Ju" system, but it is applied in reverse order. Both methods mentioned above are determined by reversing the sequence. If the "Qi Sha" and "Po Jun" are gathered within the three aspects and four cardinal points, they are considered as "Zhu Luo San Xian." If "Ju Men," a dark and malevolent star, is also present, then the three aspects and four cardinal points should be considered. If both the large limit and the small limit coincide here, it should be treated as a death limit.

定十二宮弱強。男命 財帛、官祿、福德、遷移、田宅為強宮，子女、奴僕、兄弟、父母為弱宮。女命 夫君、子息、財帛、田宅、福德為強，餘宮皆弱。

Determine the strength of the twelve houses. For a male's chart: the Wealth House, Official Career House, Fortune Virtue House, Migration House, and Domestic Affairs House are strong houses; the Children House, Servants House, Brothers House, and Parents House are weak houses. For a female's chart: the Spouse House (husband), Children House (children), Wealth House, Domestic Affairs House, and Fortune Virtue House are strong houses; all other houses are considered weak.

定十二宮星辰落閒。紫微在子辰亥為閒宮，貪狼在寅辰為閒宮，天相在辰戌為閒宮，七殺在辰亥為閒宮，天梁在巳酉為閒宮，天機在巳為閒宮，破軍在巳申為閒宮，武曲在申為閒宮。

In determining when stars fall into the "idle palace" (a place of no action), the following cases are considered idle: "Ziwei" (The Emperor star) in the Zi, Chen, and Hai palaces; "Tanlang" (Star of romance and desire) in the Yin and Chen palaces; "Tianxiang" (Seal star and star of livelihood) in the Chen and Xu palaces; "Qishan" (General star and star of severity) in the Chen and Hai palaces; "Tianliang" (Shelter star and longevity star) in the Si and You palaces; "Tianji" (Star of wisdom and adaptability) in the Si palace; "Pojun" (Expenditure star and vanguard star) in the Si and Shen palaces; "Wuqu" (Wealth star and general star) in the Shen palace.

安流祿流羊流陀訣 論流年太歲。假如己丑流年流祿在午、流羊在未、流陀在巳，如甲子生人安命巳，小限又行在亥，小限擎羊。

The method for placing "flowing fortune," "flowing malefic of injury," and "flowing affliction" is based on the current year's supreme ruler. For example, in the year Jichou, the fortune of the Jichou heavenly stem is in the Wu palace, so the flowing fortune is in the Wu palace, the flowing malefic of injury is in the preceding palace Wei, and the flowing affliction is in the following palace Si. Another example is someone born in the year Jiazi. Their native palace is in the Si palace, and if their small limit moves to the Hai palace, then the flowing malefic of injury should be calculated according to the small limit's malefic of injury.

論星辰生剋制化。星曜全明生剋制化之機，次看落於何宮，如廉真屬火在寅宮，乃木鄉能生廉真之火，若武曲金星與廉真同度，則武曲為財而無用也，餘仿此。

Discussing the interactions among stars involves first understanding the principles of generation, overcoming, control, and transformation. Then, one should examine where the stars are located in the palace. For example, the star 'Lianzhen' belongs to the fire element. If it is located in the Yin Palace, which belongs to the wood element, the wood element can support the fire element of Lianzhen, making it a favorable environment for Lianzhen. At this time, if the 'Wuqu' star, which is a metal star, is in the same palace as Lianzhen, the fire will overcome the metal, and thus the 'Wuqu' star, which is a wealth star, will not be effective. Other situations should be analyzed in the same way.

金入火鄉 火入水鄉 水入土鄉 土入木鄉 俱為受制

When metal enters a palace of fire, fire enters a palace of water, water enters a palace of earth, and earth enters a palace of wood, these situations all belong to being restrained and losing strength.

論諸星分屬南北斗化吉凶並分屬五行。紫微屬土，中天星，南北斗化帝座，為官祿主。天機屬木，南斗化善，為兄弟主。祿存屬土，北斗司爵貴壽星。太陽屬火，南北斗化貴，為官祿主。天同屬水金，南斗化福，為福德主。

The stars are classified under the Southern and Northern Constellations, their transformed auspicious or inauspicious influences, and their Five Phases affiliations. "Ziwei" belongs to the Earth Phase, is the central star, and in the Southern and Northern Constellations transforms into the Imperial Seat, governing official rank, and is the master of official rank. "Tianji" belongs to the Wood Phase, is a star of the Southern Constellation, and transforms into "goodness," governing siblings, and is the master of siblings. "Luchun" belongs to the Earth Phase, is a star of the Northern Constellation, governing titles, and is the star of wealth, honor, and longevity. "Taiyang" belongs to the Fire Phase, and in the Southern and Northern Constellations transforms into "honor," governing official rank, and is the master of official rank. "Tiantong" belongs to the Water Phase and also the Metal Phase, is a star of the Southern Constellation, transforms into "blessing," governing fortune and virtue, and is the master of fortune and virtue.

廉真屬火，北斗化殺囚，在官祿為官祿主，在身命為次桃花。武曲屬金，北斗化財，為財帛主。天府屬土，南斗化令星，為財帛田宅主。太陰屬水，南北斗化富，為財帛田宅主。貪狼屬水木，北斗化桃花殺，主禍福。

"Lianzhen" belongs to the Fire element, is a star of the Big Dipper, and its transformed energy is "kill" and "imprisonment"; when it falls in the official position palace, it governs official positions and is the master of official positions; when it falls in the body palace or birth palace, it is a secondary type of Taohua star. "Wuqu" belongs to the Metal element, is a star of the Big Dipper, and its transformed energy is "wealth", governing wealth. "Tianfu" belongs to the Earth element, is a star of the Southern Dipper, and transforms into the command star, governing wealth and property. "Taiyin" belongs to the Water element, and in both the Northern and Southern Dippers, its transformed energy is "prosperity", governing wealth and property. "Tanlang" belongs to both Water and Wood elements, is a star of the Big Dipper, and transforms into a harmful Taohua star, governing fortune and misfortune.

巨門屬水，北斗化暗，主是非。天相屬水，南斗化印，為官祿主。天梁屬土，南斗化蔭，主壽星。七殺屬火金，南斗降星，遇帝為權。破軍屬水，北斗化耗，司夫妻子女奴僕。

"Jumu" belongs to the Water element, is a star of the Big Dipper, and its derived energy is "darkness," governing matters of disputes and verbal conflicts. "Tianxiang" belongs to the Water element, is a star of the Southern Dipper, and its derived energy is "seal," governing official positions andofficial stipend. "Tianliang" belongs to the Earth element, is a star of the Southern Dipper, and its derived energy is "protection," governing longevity, and is considered a longevity star. "Qishash" belongs to both Fire and Metal elements, is a star descending from the Southern Dipper, and when it meets the Ziwēi Emperor star, it transforms into authority. "Pojun" belongs to the Water element, is a star of the Big Dipper, and its derived energy is "expenditure," governing matters of spouse, children, and servants.

文昌屬金，南北斗司科甲，乃文魁之首。文曲屬水，北斗主科甲星。輔弼二星北斗善住雨令星。以上自紫微至輔弼一十八星俱南北斗正曜，魁鉞天馬亦是吉星俱不入正曜。

The star "Wenchang" belongs to the Metal element and oversees academic ranks in both the Northern and Southern Celestial Mansions, being the leading star of literature. The star "Wenqu" belongs to the Water element and is a star in the Northern Celestial Mansion, responsible for academic ranks. The stars "Zuofu" and "Youbi" are both in the Northern Celestial Mansion and are stars that issue commands for good deeds. The above eighteen stars from "Ziwei" to "Zuofu" and "Youbi" are all the principal stars of the Northern and Southern Celestial Mansions. The stars "Tiankui," "Tianyue," and "Tianma," although also auspicious stars, are not included among the principal stars.

魁鉞二星屬火。天馬屬火。擎羊屬金，北斗浮星，化刑。陀羅屬金，北斗助星，化忌。火星屬火，南斗助星。鈴星屬火，南斗助星。天空地劫屬火。天殤天使屬水。

The stars "Heavenly Benefactor" and "Earthly Benefactor" belong to the Fire element. "Star of Movement" also belongs to Fire. "Malefic of Injury" belongs to Metal and is a floating star of the Big Dipper, with a transformative energy of "punishment." "Malefic of Delay and Entanglement" belongs to Metal and is an auxiliary star of the Big Dipper, with a transformative energy of "avoidance." "Malefic of Violence" belongs to Fire and is an auxiliary star of the Southern Dipper; "Hidden-fire Malefic" also belongs to Fire and is an auxiliary star of the Southern Dipper. "Star of Emptiness" and "Plunder Malefic" both belong to Fire. "Star of Depletion and Injury" and "Star of the Messenger of Illness" both belong to Water.

化祿屬土喜見祿存 化權屬木喜會巨門武曲 化科屬水喜會魁鉞 化忌屬水即計都星 紅鸞天喜屬水 歲君屬火

"Chemical Wealth" belongs to the Earth element and prefers to meet with "Wealth-Salary Star." "Chemical Authority" belongs to the Wood element and prefers to meet with "Dark Star" and "Wealth Star and General Star." "Chemical Academic Achievement" belongs to the Water element and prefers to meet with "Yang Benefactor" and "Yin Benefactor." "Chemical Obstruction" belongs to the Water element, which is also known as "Ji Du Star." "Hongluan" and "Tianxi" both belong to the Water element. The current year's sovereign (annual master) belongs to the Fire element.

博士屬水主聰明 力士屬火主權勢 青龍屬木主喜氣 大小耗屬火小耗錢財大耗退祖 將軍屬木主威猛欠合 奏書屬金主福祿

The "Doctor" belongs to the Water element and oversees human intelligence and wisdom. "Forceful Warrior" belongs to the Fire element and oversees power and authority. "Azure Dragon" belongs to the Wood element and oversees auspicious energy. Both "Great Expenditure" and "Minor Expenditure" belong to the Fire element: "Minor Expenditure" signifies financial loss, while "Great Expenditure" signifies the decline of ancestral fortune. "General" belongs to the Wood element and signifies strength but lacks harmony. "Petition Officer" belongs to the Metal element and signifies good fortune and salary.

飛廉屬火主孤 喜神屬火主喜氣 伏兵屬火主口舌 病符主病 官府主官符 喪門木 弔客火 白虎金 官符火

Fēilían belongs to the Five Phases of fire and signifies solitude. Xǐshén belongs to fire and signifies auspicious energy. Fúbīng belongs to fire and signifies disputes and slander. Bingfú signifies illness. Guānfǔ signifies legal matters and official documents. Sāngmén belongs to wood, Dòukè belongs to fire, Bái hǔ belongs to metal, and Guānfú belongs to fire.

坎水宮中二歲行，初一起丑初二寅，順行一宮安二日，陰陽雖殊行則同。

This is a mnemonic for placing the "Ziwei" star in the second Water Bureau. "Kan" in the Eight Trigrams belongs to water, so "Kan Water Palace" refers to the second Water Bureau. "Two years" indicates that the structure number is two, and each palace contains two days. For anyone whose destiny belongs to the second Water Bureau, those born on the first day of the month place Ziwei in the Chou Palace, those born on the second day place it in the Yin Palace, and from then on, starting from Yin Palace, they proceed clockwise in the order of Zi, Chou, Yin, Mao. Each palace is assigned two days: the second and third days in Yin, the fourth and fifth in Mao, the sixth and seventh in Chen, the eighth and ninth in Si, the tenth and eleventh in Wu, the twelfth and thirteenth in Wei, the fourteenth and fifteenth in Shen, the sixteenth and seventeenth in You, the eighteenth and nineteenth in Xu, the twentieth and twenty-first in Hai, the twenty-second and twenty-third in Zi, the twenty-fourth and twenty-fifth in Chou, the twenty-sixth and twenty-seventh in Yin, the twenty-eighth and twenty-ninth in Mao, and the thirtieth day in Chen. The last sentence, "Yin and Yang though different, the movement is the same," means that regardless of whether the birth year is yin or yang, or whether the person is male or female, the direction for placing Ziwei remains the same, unlike other stars which require either clockwise or counterclockwise movement. The general calculation method for the five Five Phases Bureaus is: divide the birth day number by the bureau number. If it divides evenly, start from Yin Palace and count forward the number of times corresponding to the quotient to place Ziwei. If it does not divide evenly, add a number to make it divisible. If the added number is even, move forward that number of palaces; if it is odd, move backward that number of palaces.

生逢木宮三歲起，初一起龍初二牛，逆進二宮安二日，順回四步一辰字，初二同宮牛頭起，逆退二步二辰尋。

This is the mnemonic for placing the "Ziwei" star in the third structure of the Wood sector. "Wood sector for three years" refers to a structure number of three. "Dragon" refers to the Chen palace, and "Ox" refers to the Chou palace. Therefore, the Ziwei star on the first day of the month is placed in the Chen palace, and on the second day in the Chou palace. The following lines explain the method of calculation: sometimes two palaces are counted backward for two days, or four steps are counted forward to reach one Chen position. Starting from the second day in the Chou palace, which is the "Ox head," count backward two steps to find the second Chen position. Following this method, the positions of the Ziwei star for all thirty days of the month are: on the first day in Chen, the second day in Chou, the third day in Yin, the fourth day in Mao, the fifth day in Yin, the sixth day in Mao, the seventh day in Wu, the eighth day in Mao, the ninth day in Chen, the tenth day in Wei, the eleventh day in Chen, the twelfth day in Si, the thirteenth day in Shen, the fourteenth day in Si, the fifteenth day in Wu, the sixteenth day in You, the seventeenth day in Wu, the eighteenth day in Wei, the nineteenth day in Xu, the twentieth day in Wei, the twenty-first day in Shen, the twenty-second day in Hai, the twenty-third day in Shen, the twenty-fourth day in You, the twenty-fifth day in Zi, the twenty-sixth day in You, the twenty-seventh day in Xu, the twenty-eighth day in Chou, the twenty-ninth day in Xu, and the thirtieth day in Hai. Using the general calculation method is the most convenient way to verify. For example, if someone is born on the fourteenth day, add one to get fifteen, divide by three to get five, count forward five palaces from Yin to Wu, since the remainder is odd, count backward one palace to arrive at Si palace.

紫微金宮四歲花，初一尋豬初二龍，順進三步逆退一，先陰後陽是其基，惟有初二辰上起，退三進四逆尋跡。

This is the mnemonic for placing the "Ziwei" star in the fourth structure. "Jin Gong Si Sui" refers to the structure number being four. "Zhu" is the Hai Palace and "Long" is the Chen Palace. On the first day, the Ziwei star is in the Hai Palace, and on the second day, it is in the Chen Palace. After that, it either moves forward three steps or backward one step, first following the yin number and then the yang number, which forms its basis. On days like the second, the Ziwei star starts from the Chen Palace, then moves back three palaces and forward four palaces, searching in reverse. The palace for each day of the month is: on the first day it is in the Hai Palace, on the second day in the Chen Palace, on the third day in the Chou Palace, on the fourth day in the Yin Palace, on the fifth day in theZi Palace, on the sixth day in theSi Palace, on the seventh day in the Yin Palace, on the eighth day in the Mao Palace, on the ninth day in the Chou Palace, on the tenth day in theWu Palace, on the eleventh day in the Mao Palace, on the twelfth day in the Chen Palace, on the thirteenth day in the Yin Palace, on the fourteenth day in the Wei Palace, on the fifteenth day in the Chen Palace, on the sixteenth day in theSi Palace, on the seventeenth day in the Mao Palace, on the eighteenth day in the Shen Palace, on the nineteenth day in theSi Palace, on the twentieth day in theWu Palace, on the twenty-first day in the Chen Palace, on the twenty-second day in the You Palace, on the twenty-third day in theWu Palace, on the twenty-fourth day in the Wei Palace, on the twenty-fifth day in theSi Palace, on the twenty-sixth day in theXu Palace, on the twenty-seventh day in the Wei Palace, on the twenty-eighth day in the Shen Palace, on the twenty-ninth day in theWu Palace, and on the thirtieth day in the Hai Palace. The method of verification is the same as before: for example, if someone is born on the eighteenth day, adding two gives twenty, dividing by four gives five. Starting from the Yin Palace, moving forward five palaces reaches theWu Palace. The complement number is two, which is even, so move forward two more palaces, and it falls exactly in the Shen Palace.

戌土五龍居其中，初一午上二亥宮，逆行二宮安一日，惟有九日不能均，十居辰上初居寅，二十九日五上尋，二宮一日順三次，退二三次又逆回，惟有六日無正位，逢四對宮去追尋。

This is the mnemonic for placing the "Ziwei" star in the fifth structure. "Wulong" refers to the fifth structure number. The Ziwei star on the first day is placed in the Wu palace, on the second day in the Hai palace, and so on, placing one palace each day according to the mnemonic. However, on days ending with nine, the usual pattern does not apply, and the star must be placed separately: on the nineteenth day in the Chen palace, on the ninth day in the Yin palace, and on the twenty-ninth day in the Wu palace. The phrase "two palaces one day, moving forward three times, then retreating two, and so on three times, then reversing" means that when placing the star in two palaces for one day, it should be moved forward three times, then retreat two palaces, and repeat this process three times before reversing. "Only the sixth day has no fixed position, when encountering the fourth palace, search for it in the opposite palace" means that on the sixth day, there is no fixed position, and when encountering the fourth palace, the star should be placed in the opposite palace. Following this arrangement, the placements for the entire month are: first day in Wu, second day in Hai, third day in Chen, fourth day in Chou, fifth day in Yin, sixth day in Wei, seventh day in Zi, eighth day in Si, ninth day in Yin, tenth day in Mao, eleventh day in Shen, twelfth day in Chou, thirteenth day in Wu, fourteenth day in Mao, fifteenth day in Chen, sixteenth day in You, seventeenth day in Yin, eighteenth day in Wei, nineteenth day in Chen, twentieth day in Si, twenty-first day in Xu, twenty-second day in Mao, twenty-third day in Shen, twenty-fourth day in Si, twenty-fifth day in Wu, twenty-sixth day in Hai, twenty-seventh day in Chen, twenty-eighth day in You, twenty-ninth day in Wu, thirtieth day in Wei.

離火宮中六歲奇，初二騎馬初四龍，進三退二各一日，逆回三步是生時，先陽後陰逆退二，另有進一各期端，退二安一退二日，順進五宮方是基。

This is the mnemonic for placing the "Ziwei" star in the sixth fire sector. "Li" belongs to fire among the eight trigrams, and "six years" refers to the structure number being six. "Ma" is theWu Palace, and "Long" is the Chen Palace. The Ziwei star born on the second day falls in theWu Palace, and on the fourth day falls in the Chen Palace. For other days, it either advances three sectors or retreats two sectors each day. Moving backward three steps leads to the position of the day of birth. First follow the yang numbers, then the yin numbers, moving backward two sectors. There is also a variation where it advances one sector. After placing it two sectors back, moving back two more days, and then advancing five sectors is the foundation of the entire method. The monthly positions of the falling sectors are as follows: on the first day it is in the You Palace, on the second day in theWu Palace, on the third day in the Hai Palace, on the fourth day in the Chen Palace, on the fifth day in the Chou Palace, on the sixth day in the Yin Palace, on the seventh day in theXu Palace, on the eighth day in the Wei Palace, on the ninth day in theZi Palace, on the tenth day in theSi Palace, on the eleventh day in the Yin Palace, on the twelfth day in the Mao Palace, on the thirteenth day in the Hai Palace, on the fourteenth day in the Shen Palace, on the fifteenth day in the Chou Palace, on the sixteenth day in theWu Palace, on the seventeenth day in the Mao Palace, on the eighteenth day in the Chen Palace, on the nineteenth day in theZi Palace, on the twentieth day in the You Palace, on the twenty-first day in the Yin Palace, on the twenty-second day in the Wei Palace, on the twenty-third day in the Chen Palace, on the twenty-fourth day in theSi Palace, on the twenty-fifth day in the Chou Palace, on the twenty-sixth day in theXu Palace, on the twenty-seventh day in the Mao Palace, on the twenty-eighth day in the Shen Palace, on the twenty-ninth day in theSi Palace, and on the thirtieth day in theWu Palace. To verify with the general calculation method: for example, if someone is born on the twenty-third day, adding one to twenty-three gives twenty-four. Dividing twenty-four by six gives four. Starting from the Yin Palace and counting forward four sectors leads to theSi Palace. Since the supplementary number one is odd, move back one sector, and the Ziwei star falls exactly in the Chen Palace.

天府惟寅申二宮紫府同宮。

The Treasury star and Command star, "天府," can only be in the Yin or Shen Palace to share the same palace with the Emperor star, "紫微." In all other palaces, "天府" and "紫微" are symmetrically opposite each other along the axis of Yin and Shen. The original chart shows the following correspondences: if "紫微" is in Chou, then "天府" is in Mao; if "紫微" is in Zi, then "天府" is in Chen; if "紫微" is in Hai, then "天府" is in Si; if "紫微" is in Xu, then "天府" is in Wu; if "紫微" is in You, then "天府" is in Wei; if "紫微" is in Wei, then "天府" is in You; if "紫微" is in Wu, then "天府" is in Xu; if "紫微" is in Si, then "天府" is in Hai; if "紫微" is in Chen, then "天府" is in Zi; if "紫微" is in Mao, then "天府" is in Chou; if "紫微" is in Yin or Shen, then "紫微" and "天府" share the same palace. Therefore, once the position of "紫微" is determined according to the Five Phases, the position of "天府" can be directly paired accordingly and filled in.

天殤：子辰卯午未宮禍緊。

The star Tian Shang, when located in the five palaces of Zi, Chen, Mao, Wu, and Wei, brings the most urgent calamity and the quickest response. The original diagram arranges the severity of the calamities caused by Tian Shang and Tian Shu stars according to different palace positions, intending to show that the same malevolent star, when placed in different palaces, results in varying degrees and speeds of danger. When Tian Shang is located in the Palace of Servants, it indicates loss, damage, and decline.

天使：丑卯辰酉戌宮禍緊。

The Star of the Messenger of Illness, when located in the Chou, Mao, Chen, You, or Xu mansions, brings calamity swiftly. This star resides in the House of Disease and Misfortune, overseeing sickness and misfortune; once it falls into the aforementioned mansions, illness and disaster arrive quickly and severely.

殤使：寅申巳亥禍緊。

When the stars Tian Shang and Tian Shi are both located in the four birth palace positions, which are Yin, Shen, Si, and Hai, calamity descends most urgently. These four palaces are the four birth positions, where the vital energy and momentum naturally activate quickly. With two malevolent stars appearing together, misfortunes arrive especially swiftly.

凡歲限行到此星必死。

If the current year's heavenly stem and the major and minor limits arrive at the palace where Tian Shang and Tian Shi are located, it indicates a danger to life. The original text also notes below this sentence: if there are auspicious stars in the three directions and four cardinal positions to rescue, then there will be no problem.

廟、旺、得地、利益、平和、不得地、落陷。

The seven categories are the headings of the original table, used in divination to indicate the strength of a star when it is located in a particular palace: "入庙" (in its temple) is the strongest, "旺" (prosperous) is next, followed by "得地" (well-placed), "利益" (beneficial), and "平和" (neutral). "不得地" (not well-placed) indicates a decline in power, and "落陷" (fallen into decline) is the weakest. When consulting the table, first determine which palace a star is located in on the birth chart, then find the corresponding row for that palace and identify which category the star falls into, thus determining whether it is powerful or weak. The original table uses single characters to represent stars: "紫" represents The Emperor star, "机" represents Star of wisdom and adaptability, "日" represents Star of brightness and prestige, "武" represents Wealth star and general star, "同" represents Star of blessings, "廉" represents Lian Zhen, "府" represents Treasury star and command star, "月" represents Wealth star and mother star, "贪" represents Star of romance and desire, "巨" represents Dark star and star of speech, "相" represents Seal star and star of livelihood, "梁" represents Shelter star and longevity star, "杀" represents General star and star of severity, "破" represents Expenditure star and vanguard star, "昌" represents Star of examinations and documents, "曲" represents Star of talent and eloquence, "禄" represents Wealth-salary star, "羊" represents Malefic of injury, "陀" represents Malefic of delay and entanglement, "火" represents Malefic of violence, and "铃" represents Hidden-fire malefic. The entire table is listed palace by palace as follows. Zi Palace: "入庙" stars are Star of wisdom and adaptability, Treasury star and command star, Wealth star and mother star, Seal star and star of livelihood, Shelter star and longevity star, Expenditure star and vanguard star, Wealth-salary star; "旺" stars are Wealth star and general star, Star of blessings, Star of romance and desire, Dark star and star of speech, General star and star of severity; "得地" stars are Star of examinations and documents, Star of talent and eloquence; "平和" stars are The Emperor star, Lian Zhen; "落陷" stars are Star of brightness and prestige, Malefic of injury, Malefic of violence, Hidden-fire malefic. Chou Palace: "入庙" stars are The Emperor star, Wealth star and general star, Treasury star and command star, Wealth star and mother star, Star of romance and desire, Seal star and star of livelihood, General star and star of severity, Star of examinations and documents, Star of talent and eloquence, Malefic of injury, Malefic of delay and entanglement; "旺" stars are Shelter star and longevity star, Expenditure star and vanguard star; "得地" stars are Malefic of violence, Hidden-fire malefic; "利益" stars are Lian Zhen; "不得地" stars are Star of brightness and prestige, Star of blessings, Dark star and star of speech; "落陷" stars are Star of wisdom and adaptability. Yin Palace: "入庙" stars are Lian Zhen, Treasury star and command star, Dark star and star of speech, Seal star and star of livelihood, Shelter star and longevity star, General star and star of severity, Wealth-salary star, Malefic of violence, Hidden-fire malefic; "旺" stars are The Emperor star, Star of brightness and prestige, Wealth star and mother star; "得地" stars are Star of wisdom and adaptability, Wealth star and general star, Expenditure star and vanguard star; "利益" stars are Star of blessings; "平和" stars are Star of romance and desire, Star of talent and eloquence; "落陷" stars are Star of examinations and documents, Malefic of delay and entanglement. Mao Palace: "入庙" stars are Star of brightness and prestige, Dark star and star of speech, Shelter star and longevity star, Wealth-salary star; "旺" stars are The Emperor star, Star of wisdom and adaptability, General star and star of severity, Star of talent and eloquence; "得地" stars are Treasury star and command star; "利益" stars are Wealth star and general star, Star of romance and desire, Star of examinations and documents, Malefic of violence, Hidden-fire malefic; "平和" stars are Star of blessings, Lian Zhen; "落陷" stars are Wealth star and mother star, Seal star and star of livelihood, Expenditure star and vanguard star, Malefic of injury. Chen Palace: "入庙" stars are Wealth star and general star, Treasury star and command star, Star of romance and desire, Shelter star and longevity star, General star and star of severity, Malefic of injury, Malefic of delay and entanglement; "旺" stars are Star of brightness and prestige, Expenditure star and vanguard star; "得地" stars are The Emperor star, Seal star and star of livelihood, Star of examinations and documents, Star of talent and eloquence; "利益" stars are Star of wisdom and adaptability, Lian Zhen; "平和" stars are Star of blessings; "落陷" stars are Wealth star and mother star, Dark star and star of speech, Malefic of violence, Hidden-fire malefic. Si Palace: "入庙" stars are Star of blessings, Star of examinations and documents, Star of talent and eloquence, Wealth-salary star; "旺" stars are The Emperor star, Star of brightness and prestige, Dark star and star of speech; "得地" stars are Treasury star and command star, Seal star and star of livelihood, Malefic of violence, Hidden-fire malefic; "平和" stars are Star of wisdom and adaptability, Wealth star and general star, General star and star of severity, Expenditure star and vanguard star; "落陷" stars are Lian Zhen, Wealth star and mother star, Star of romance and desire, Shelter star and longevity star, Malefic of delay and entanglement. Wu Palace: "入庙" stars are The Emperor star, Star of wisdom and adaptability, Seal star and star of livelihood, Shelter star and longevity star, Expenditure star and vanguard star, Wealth-salary star, Malefic of violence, Hidden-fire malefic; "旺" stars are Star of brightness and prestige, Wealth star and general star, Treasury star and command star, Star of romance and desire, Dark star and star of speech, General star and star of severity; "平和" stars are Lian Zhen; "不得地" stars are Wealth star and mother star; "落陷" stars are Star of blessings, Star of examinations and documents, Star of talent and eloquence, Malefic of injury. Wei Palace: "入庙" stars are The Emperor star, Wealth star and general star, Treasury star and command star, Star of romance and desire, General star and star of severity, Malefic of injury, Malefic of delay and entanglement; "旺" stars are Shelter star and longevity star, Expenditure star and vanguard star, Star of talent and eloquence; "得地" stars are Star of brightness and prestige, Seal star and star of livelihood; "利益" stars are Lian Zhen, Star of examinations and documents, Malefic of violence, Hidden-fire malefic; "不得地" stars are Star of blessings, Wealth star and mother star, Dark star and star of speech; "落陷" stars are Star of wisdom and adaptability. Shen Palace: "入庙" stars are Lian Zhen, Dark star and star of speech, Seal star and star of livelihood, General star and star of severity, Wealth-salary star; "旺" stars are The Emperor star, Star of blessings; "得地" stars are Star of wisdom and adaptability, Star of brightness and prestige, Wealth star and general star, Treasury star and command star, Expenditure star and vanguard star, Star of examinations and documents, Star of talent and eloquence; "利益" stars are Wealth star and mother star; "平和" stars are Star of romance and desire; "落陷" stars are Shelter star and longevity star, Malefic of delay and entanglement, Malefic of violence, Hidden-fire malefic. You Palace: "入庙" stars are Dark star and star of speech, Star of examinations and documents, Star of talent and eloquence, Wealth-salary star; "旺" stars are The Emperor star, Star of wisdom and adaptability, Treasury star and command star, Wealth star and mother star, General star and star of severity; "得地" stars are Shelter star and longevity star, Malefic of violence, Hidden-fire malefic; "利益" stars are Wealth star and general star, Star of romance and desire; "平和" stars are Star of brightness and prestige, Star of blessings, Lian Zhen; "落陷" stars are Seal star and star of livelihood, Expenditure star and vanguard star, Malefic of injury. Xu Palace: "入庙" stars are Wealth star and general star, Treasury star and command star, Star of romance and desire, Shelter star and longevity star, General star and star of severity, Malefic of injury, Malefic of delay and entanglement, Malefic of violence, Hidden-fire malefic; "旺" stars are Wealth star and mother star, Expenditure star and vanguard star; "得地" stars are The Emperor star, Seal star and star of livelihood; "利益" stars are Star of wisdom and adaptability, Lian Zhen; "平和" stars are Star of blessings; "不得地" stars are Star of brightness and prestige; "落陷" stars are Dark star and star of speech, Star of examinations and documents, Star of talent and eloquence. Hai Palace: "入庙" stars are Star of blessings, Wealth star and mother star, Wealth-salary star; "旺" stars are The Emperor star, Dark star and star of speech, Star of talent and eloquence; "得地" stars are Treasury star and command star, Seal star and star of livelihood; "利益" stars are Star of examinations and documents, Malefic of violence, Hidden-fire malefic; "平和" stars are Star of wisdom and adaptability, Wealth star and general star, General star and star of severity, Expenditure star and vanguard star; "落陷" stars are Star of brightness and prestige, Lian Zhen, Star of romance and desire, Shelter star and longevity star, Malefic of delay and entanglement.

紫微土，南北斗化帝座，為官祿主。紫微面紫色或白青，腰背肥滿，為人忠厚老成，謙恭耿直，其威制七殺降火鈴。若與府相左右日月昌曲三合嘉會極急，食祿千鍾鉅富大貴。與祿存同奇特，不入廟無左右為孤君，亦清閒僧道。與破軍同為胥吏。與羊陀火鈴沖合吉多亦發財，常庶人吉。女命會吉清秀旺夫益子。

The star of Purple Micro belongs to the Earth element. In the Northern and Southern Celestial Mansions, it represents the throne of the Emperor, and is in charge of official rank and salary. Those whose destiny is governed by Purple Micro have a purple tint on their faces, or a white complexion with a bluish tinge, and a full and sturdy waist and back. They are loyal, thick-minded, mature, humble, and upright. Its authority can subdue the General Star, and control the Malefic of Violence and the Hidden-fire Malefic. If it combines with the Treasury Star, the Seal Star, the Auxiliary Auspicious Stars, the Star of Brightness and Prestige, the Wealth Star, the Star of Examinations and Documents, and the Star of Talent and Eloquence in the three directions and four cardinal points, this is the most important favorable combination, indicating a salary of thousands of measures and great wealth and honor. If it shares the same palace with the Wealth-salary Star, the pattern is especially unique. If it is not in its proper position and lacks the assistance of the Auxiliary Auspicious Stars, it becomes a 'solitary monarch,' often leading to a life as a quiet monk or Taoist. If it shares the same palace with the Expenditure Star, it can only serve as a low-ranking official in the government. If it is in conflict or conjunction with the Malefic of Injury, the Malefic of Delay and Entanglement, the Malefic of Violence, and the Hidden-fire Malefic, but the auspicious stars are more numerous, it can still become wealthy. Even common people who encounter this combination are considered auspicious. For women, if they are influenced by auspicious stars, they will have a refined appearance and can bring prosperity to their husbands and children.

子宮喜丁己庚生人貴格，壬癸生人不耐久。午宮入廟喜甲丁己生人財官格，丙戊生人成敗帶疾。卯酉宮貪狼同度，乙辛甲庚生人貴不耐久。寅申宮旺地與天府同度，甲庚丁己生人財官格。巳亥宮旺地與七殺同度，乙戊生人財官格。辰戌宮得地與天相同度，乙己甲庚癸生人財官格。丑未宮入廟與破軍同度，乙己甲庚丁壬生人財官格。

The Emperor star is in the Zi position, suitable for those born in the Ding, Ji, and Geng years, indicating a noble and distinguished destiny; those born in the Ren and Gui years may attain high status but it will not last long. When the Emperor star is in the Wu position, it is in its temple position, suitable for those born in the Jia, Ding, and Ji years, forming the 'wealth and official position' pattern, achieving both wealth and official rank; those born in the Bing and Wu years will experience both success and failure, and may also suffer from illness. When the Emperor star is in the Mao or You positions, sharing the palace with the Star of Romance and Desire, those born in the Yi, Xin, Jia, and Geng years may attain high status but will not last long. When the Emperor star is in the Yin or Shen positions, it is in a strong position, sharing the palace with the Treasury star, suitable for those born in the Jia, Geng, Ding, and Ji years, forming the 'wealth and official position' pattern. When the Emperor star is in the Si or Hai positions, it is in a strong position, sharing the palace with the General star, suitable for those born in the Yi and Wu years, forming the 'wealth and official position' pattern. When the Emperor star is in the Chen or Xu positions, it is in a favorable position, sharing the palace with the Heaven star, suitable for those born in the Yi, Ji, Jia, Geng, and Gui years, forming the 'wealth and official position' pattern. When the Emperor star is in the Chou or Wei positions, it is in its temple position, sharing the palace with the Expenditure star, suitable for those born in the Yi, Ji, Jia, Geng, Ding, and Ren years, forming the 'wealth and official position' pattern.

紫微入男命吉凶訣：紫微天中第一星，命身相遇福財興，若逢相佐宮中會，富貴雙全播令名。紫微守命最為良，二殺逢之壽不長，羊陀火鈴來相會，只好空門禮梵王。紫微辰戌遇破軍，富而不貴有虛名，若逢貪狼在卯酉，為臣失義不相應。火鈴羊陀來相會，七殺同宮多不貴，欺人孤獨更刑傷，若是空門為吉利。

The Emperor star, Ziwēi, is the first and most honored star among the central celestial stars. When it appears in the Life Palace or Body Palace, fortune and wealth flourish together. If it is further supported by auxiliary stars, the person will achieve both wealth and high status, gaining widespread fame. Having Ziwēi in the Life Palace is naturally the best, but it is dangerous if two malefic stars are involved, which may shorten the lifespan. If the stars Qingyang, Tuoluo, Huoxing, and Lingxing all appear together, the person is better suited for monastic life and religious devotion. When Ziwēi is in the Chén or Xū palace and meets Pòjūn, the person may become rich but not noble, with only empty reputation. If Ziwēi is in the Mǎo or You palace and meets Tān láng, the person may lose their proper position as a subject, leading to an imbalance between ruler and subject. If Huoxing, Lingxing, Qingyang, and Tuoluo all appear together and also share the palace with Qīshā, the person is unlikely to achieve high status, may be mistreated by others, and end up isolated with additional injuries. In such a case, entering a monastic order would be more auspicious.

紫微入女命吉凶訣：紫微女命守身宮，天府尊星同到宮，更得吉星同主照，金冠封贈福滔滔。紫微女命守夫宮，三方吉拱便為榮，若逢殺破來沖破，衣祿盈餘淫巧容。

The Emperor star resides in the Life Palace of a female's chart, with the Treasury star also present in the same palace. If auspicious stars illuminate either the native's palace or the opposite palace, she will receive royal honors and wear a golden crown, enjoying continuous blessings. When the Emperor star is in the marriage palace of a female's chart, and beneficial stars support from the three directions, it indicates a prosperous and distinguished status. However, if the General star or the Expenditure star confronts and disrupts, although she may have sufficient wealth and resources, she may tend to be superficial and overly ornate in her behavior.

紫微入限吉凶訣：紫微垣內吉星臨，二限相逢福祿興，常人得遇多財富，官員逢之職位升。紫微入限本為祥，只恐三方殺破狼，常庶逢之多不利，官員降謫有驚傷。

When the Emperor star is in its palace and a auspicious star arrives, the major and minor life periods reaching this position bring prosperity in fortune and wealth. Common people encountering this situation gain much wealth, while officials may receive promotion. The Emperor star entering the limit is a sign of good omen, but if the three surrounding stars include the General star, the Expenditure star, and the Star of romance and desire, then it becomes a harmful influence. Common people encountering this may face misfortune, officials may be demoted and suffer from danger and injury.

天機屬木，南斗化善星，為兄弟主。入廟身長肥胖，性急心慈，機謀多變。與天梁會合善談兵，乙丙丁生人遇之入廟化吉，得左右昌曲魁鉞太陰湊合，坐於巳酉丑亥卯未宮，權祿不小，文武皆大貴極品。加巨門羊陀火鈴忌，巳酉丑亥為下局，孤窮，縱有財官貴顯亦不耐久，只宜經商巧藝之輩耳。

The star Tian Ji belongs to the Wood element and transforms into a benevolent star in the Southern Dipper, governing the brothers' sector. When it is in its proper position, a person tends to be tall and well-built, quick-tempered yet kind-hearted, with many strategies and skilled at adapting. When combined with Tian Liang, the person is good at discussing military strategies. Those born in the years of Yi, Bing, or Ding who encounter Tian Ji in its proper position will transform misfortune into good fortune. If further supported by Left Fu, Right Bi, Wen Chang, Wen Qu, Tian Kui, Tian Yue, and Tai Yin, and if their destiny is located in the sectors of Si, You, Chou, Hai, Mao, or Wei, they will attain considerable power and salary, achieving high positions in both civil and military offices. However, if combined with Ju Men, Qing Yang, Duo Luo, Huo Xing, Ling Xing, and Hua Ji, and located in the sectors of Si, You, Chou, or Hai, the fate becomes inferior, leading to isolation and poverty. Even if they have wealth, official positions, and temporary fame, it will not last long. Such people are only suitable for business or skilled trades.

女命入廟性剛有權柄，持家助夫益子。天梁太陰巨門見羊陀火鈴忌沖合財帛，淫賤偏房娼婢，否則傷夫克子。

For a female's chart, if the Star of Wisdom and Adaptability (天机) is in its exaltation, she tends to be strong-willed and holds authority, capable of managing household affairs, supporting her husband, and benefiting her children. However, if the Shelter Star (天梁), Wealth Star (太阴), Star of Speech (巨门), and the malefics of injury (擎羊), delay and entanglement (陀罗), violence (火星), and hidden-fire malefic (铃星), along with the affliction of bad fortune (化忌), all aspect or conjoin the Wealth and Resources palace (财帛宫), the outcome tends toward licentiousness and low morality, possibly becoming a concubine or prostitute. Even if this does not occur, she may still harm her husband and cause afflictions to her children.

子午宮入廟，丁己癸甲庚壬生人財官格。卯酉宮旺地與巨門同度，乙辛戊癸生人財官格。寅申宮得地與太陰同度，丁己癸甲庚壬生人財官格。巳亥宮和平，丙壬戊生人合局不耐久。辰戌宮利益與天梁同度，壬庚丁生人為福。丑未宮陷地，丙戊丁壬生人財官格，乙壬生人祿合格。

The Star of Wisdom and Adaptability is in its proper position in theZi Palace and Wu Palace, and those born in the years of Ding, Ji, Gui, Jia, Geng, and Ren form the wealth and official position pattern. In the Mao Palace and You Palace, it is in its strong position, sharing the palace with the Dark Star and Star of Speech, and those born in the years of Yi, Xin, Wu, and Gui form the wealth and official position pattern. In the Yin Palace and Shen Palace, it is in a favorable position, sharing the palace with the Wealth Star and Mother Star, and those born in the years of Ding, Ji, Gui, Jia, Geng, and Ren form the wealth and official position pattern. In theSi Palace and Hai Palace, its strength is average, and those born in the years of Bing, Ren, and Wu although form a complete pattern, cannot last long. In the Chen Palace and Xu Palace, it is in a beneficial position, sharing the palace with the Shelter Star and Longevity Star, and those born in the years of Ren, Geng, and Ding gain blessings. In the Chou Palace and Wei Palace, it is in a declining position, and those born in the years of Bing, Wu, Ding, and Ren still form the wealth and official position pattern, while those born in the years of Yi and Ren form the meeting of fortune and official position pattern.

天機入男命吉凶訣：機月天梁合太陽，常人富足置田莊，官員得遇科權祿，職位高遷面帝王。天機化忌落閒宮，縱有財官亦不榮，退盡家財兼壽夭，飄蓬僧道住山中。

The conjunction of Tian Ji, Tai Yin, Tian Liang, and Tai Yang brings prosperity even to common people, allowing them to acquire land and estates. Officials who encounter this combination, along with Hu Ke, Hu Quan, and Hu Lu, will attain high positions and have the opportunity to meet the emperor. However, if Tian Ji transforms into a bad omen and falls in an inauspicious palace, even with wealth, official rank, and fortune, one will not achieve recognition. Wealth will be lost completely, lifespan will be short, and one will be like a drifting reed, becoming a monk or hermit living in the mountains.

天機入女命吉凶訣：天機女命吉星扶，作事操持過丈夫，權祿宮中逢守照，榮膺誥命貴無倫。天機星與太陰同，女命逢之淫巧容，衣祿豐饒終不美，為娼為妾主淫風。

A woman's destiny with the Star of Wisdom and Adaptability (Tian Ji) supported by auspicious stars indicates that her ability to manage affairs surpasses her husband's. If the palace is also occupied by or influenced by the stars of authority and wealth, she will be honored with imperial decrees and enjoy supreme status. However, when Tian Ji and Tai Yin are in the same palace, a woman may possess a delicate and alluring appearance. Although her clothing, food, wealth, and fortune are abundant, her life is not fully fulfilling. She is likely to become a courtesan or a concubine, indicating a tendency towards indulgence and licentiousness.

天機入限吉凶訣：男女二限值天機，科權祿逢大有為，出入經營多遇貴，發財發福少人知。天機照限不安寧，家事紛紛外事多，更遇羊陀並巨暗，須知此歲入南柯。

For both men and women, when their major and minor life cycles reach the Star of wisdom and adaptability, if they encounter the transformations of official rank, authority, and wealth, they will achieve great success. They will often meet noblemen who support them when traveling and doing business, and they will gain wealth and blessings secretly, while others remain unaware. However, the presence of the Star of wisdom and adaptability in their life cycle also brings instability. Domestic affairs become complicated, and external matters increase. If they also encounter the malefic of injury, the malefic of delay and entanglement, and the dark star and star of speech, they may face serious dangers to their lives, like dreaming in the South Nanke.

太陽火，南北斗化貴，為官祿主。太陽入廟形貌堂堂，雄壯面方圓滿，夜生陷日生廟旺，心慈面紫色，好濟施。若會左右昌曲魁鉞太陰祿存守照官祿，財官昭著，極品之論，文武皆宜之。身逢吉聚貴人門下客，否則公卿走卒，六庚生人命坐卯宮，第一廟所，六壬次之。命在亥，申生人下局，否則夭壽貧窮，雖發不耐久。

The Star of Brightness and Prestige belongs to the element of Fire and is considered a noble star in both the Northern and Southern Celestial Mansions. It governs official rank and wealth. Those with this star in a favorable position have a dignified appearance, a strong and robust physique, and a square, round face. Those born at night are considered to be in a declining position, while those born during the day are in a flourishing position. They are benevolent in heart, have a purple complexion, and enjoy helping others. If this star is combined with the Auxiliary Auspicious Stars Left and Right, the Star of Examinations and Documents, the Star of Talent and Eloquence, the Yang Benefactor, the Yin Benefactor, the Wealth Star, and the Wealth-Salary Star, and if they are seated or shining upon the official rank palace, their wealth and official positions will be prominent, and they can be considered as reaching the highest rank in court, suitable for both civil and military positions. Those whose body palace is filled with auspicious stars can become guests of noble persons; otherwise, they may only be servants in the households of high officials. Those born in the year of Geng have their destiny palace in the Mao Palace, which is the best position for the Star of Brightness and Prestige. Those born in the year of Ren are next. Those with their destiny palace in the Hai Palace or Shen Palace are of a lower pattern; otherwise, they may suffer from short life and poverty, even if they achieve success, it will not last long.

廟旺終身富貴，陷地雖化權祿也凶，官祿亦不顯，先勤終懶，成敗不一，出外離祖可吉。與羊陀沖破又陷下局，橫發橫破不耐久，若經商巧藝，辛苦勞力而禍輕延生矣，加凶殺帶疾，化忌目疾。女命入廟旺夫益子，若陷地又見羊陀火鈴忌劫，貧賤殘疾，亦為貞潔之婦，僧道亦清潔。

The Star of Brightness and Prestige is in a strong and flourishing position, indicating a lifetime of wealth and honor. However, when it is in a weak or declining position, even if it transforms into power or wealth, it still brings misfortune. The official position remains unremarkable, and one's efforts start off diligent but later become slack, with success and failure alternating unpredictably. Only by leaving home and seeking livelihood elsewhere can good fortune be achieved. If it conflicts with the Malefic of Injury or the Malefic of Delay and Entanglement and is in a weak position, it falls into a low-ranking pattern, leading to sudden fortune and sudden misfortune, which is not enduring. If one engages in commerce or earns a living through craftsmanship, although the work is hard and laborious, the calamities are less severe, allowing for the continuation of livelihood. If more malevolent stars are added, it brings illness, and encountering the Malefic of Misfortune leads to eye problems. For a woman, the Star of Brightness and Prestige in a strong position can enhance her husband's fortune and benefit her children. However, if it is in a weak position and also meets the Malefic of Injury, the Malefic of Delay and Entanglement, the Malefic of Violence, the Hidden-Fire Malefic, the Malefic of Misfortune, or the Plunder Malefic, she will be poor and disabled, but she remains chaste. Women who become monks or nuns also maintain purity.

子宮陷午宮旺，丁己生人財官格，壬丙戊生人悔吝。卯宮廟酉宮和平，乙辛生人財官格，甲庚生人困。寅宮旺申宮得地與巨門同度，丁己甲庚生人財官格。巳宮旺財官格。亥宮陷逢殺孤寡貧窮。辰宮旺財官格。戌宮陷反背孤寡。丑宮陷未宮得地與太陰同度，加吉星財官格。

The Star of Brightness and Prestige is strong in the Wu palace, weak in theZi Palace (Zi) palace, and in its prime in the Mao palace. It is average in the You palace. Those born in the Ding and Ji years form a harmonious wealth and official position pattern. Those born in the Ren, Bing, and Wu years often face regret and misfortune. In the Yin palace, it is strong, and in the Shen palace, it is well-placed. When it shares the palace with the Dark Star and Star of Speech, those born in the Ding, Ji, Jia, and Geng years form a harmonious wealth and official position pattern. In the Si palace, it is strong and forms a harmonious wealth and official position pattern. In the Hai palace, it is weak, and if it meets malevolent stars, it leads to loneliness and poverty. In the Chen palace, it is strong and forms a harmonious wealth and official position pattern. In the Xu palace, it is weak, and the light faces away, indicating loneliness. In the Chou palace, it is weak, but in the Wei palace, it is well-placed. When it shares the palace with the Wealth Star and Mother Star, and with auspicious stars, those born in these years form a harmonious wealth and official position pattern.

太陽入男命吉凶訣：命裡逢陽福壽濃，更兼權祿兩相逢，魁昌左右來相湊，富貴雙全比石崇。日月丑未命中逢，三方無化福難豐，更有吉星終不美，若逢殺湊一生窮。失陷太陽居反背，化忌逢之多蹇昧，又遭橫事破家財，命強化祿也無益。

When the Star of Brightness and Prestige appears in one's destiny, both fortune and longevity are abundant; if further accompanied by the stars of authority and wealth, and if the Yang Benefactor, Star of Examinations and Documents, and the two auxiliary auspicious stars come together, then prosperity and wealth will be achieved, comparable to the great wealth of Shi Chong from the Jin Dynasty. If the Star of Brightness and Prestige and the Wealth Star and Mother Star both fall into the Chou or Wei palace, and if there are no four transformations to assist from the three directions, the fortune will not be rich; even if there are good stars, the outcome will not be favorable. If further encountering malevolent stars, one will remain poor throughout life. If the Star of Brightness and Prestige is in a position of decline and located in a place of dim light, and also meets the transformation of misfortune, one is likely to face difficulties and ignorance, and may suffer from sudden misfortunes that deplete family wealth; even if the main star in the destiny palace is strong and also receives the transformation of wealth, it will be of no help.

太陽入女命吉凶訣：太陽正照婦人身，姿貌殊常性格貞，更得吉星同主照，金冠封贈作夫人。太陽安命有奇能，陷地須防惡殺凌，作事沈吟多進退，辛勤度日免家傾。太陽反照主心忙，衣祿平常壽不長，克過良人還克子，只宜蔭下作偏房。

The Star of Brightness and Prestige shines directly upon a woman's destiny, indicating an outstanding appearance and a virtuous nature. If she also receives the assistance of auspicious stars, she may be granted a noble title and wear a golden crown as a lady of high rank. Women with the Star of Brightness in their destiny possess remarkable abilities, but when this star is in a declining position, they should beware of malevolent influences that may cause hesitation and indecision, leading to instability and the need for hard work to prevent family decline. If the Star of Brightness shines from behind, the person tends to be restless and anxious, with average fortune in clothing, food, wealth, and longevity. They may also harm their husband and children first, and are best suited to be a secondary wife relying on another's protection.

太陽入限吉凶訣：二限偏宜見太陽，添財進業福非常，婚姻和合添嗣續，仕者高遷坐廟堂。太陽守限有多般，陷地須防惡殺侵，加忌逢凶多阻滯，橫事破財家伶仃。

The major and minor limits are most favorable when the Star of brightness and prestige is present: it brings increased wealth and career advancement, extraordinary good fortune, harmonious marriage, more children, promotion for officials, and entry into the imperial court. However, when the Star of brightness and prestige is in a fallen position, one should beware of malevolent influences. If combined with an ill fortune and malevolent stars, there will be constant obstacles, unexpected misfortunes, financial loss, and a decline in family fortune and isolation.

武曲金，北斗化財，為財帛主。武曲性剛果決，心直無毒，形小聲高而量大，有毛髮之異。最喜甲己生人福厚，入廟與昌曲同行，則出將入相，武職最旺，文人多學多能。會貪遇火化吉為上格，丙丁庚辛壬癸中格斷。與府相梁月祿馬會主貴，西北生人為福，東南生人平常。陷地巧藝之人及僧道，更遇廉貞破軍羊忌空劫沖破下局，破家敗祖。女命入廟權貴，陷地值殺孤單，刑夫克子兼且不正。

The star Wealth star and general star belongs to the metal element and in the Big Dipper it becomes the wealth star, governing wealth. People with Wealth star and general star in their destiny are strong-willed and decisive, straightforward in heart without being treacherous, of moderate height, with a loud voice and broad-mindedness. Their hair is different from ordinary people. They are most suitable for those born in the year of Jia or Ji, who will have deep blessings. If Wealth star and general star is in its proper position and joins with Star of examinations and documents and Star of talent and eloquence, they can attain high official positions and military ranks, with the military career especially flourishing. If it combines with Star of romance and desire and meets Malefic of violence, it becomes auspicious, forming an excellent pattern. Those born in the years of Bing, Ding, Geng, Xin, Ren, and Gui are considered medium quality. If Wealth star and general star combines with Treasury star and command star, Seal star and star of livelihood, Shelter star and longevity star, Wealth star and mother star, Wealth-salary star, and Star of movement, it indicates high status and prestige. Those born in the Northwest will have good fortune, while those born in the Southeast will be ordinary. If Wealth star and general star is in a declining position, they are likely to make a living through skills or as monks or Taoists. If it further meets Lian Zhen, Expenditure star and vanguard star, Malefic of injury, Hua Ji, Void malefic, and Plunder malefic, it becomes a poor pattern, leading to the destruction of family and ancestors. For women, Wealth star and general star in its proper position brings power and prestige, but if it is in a declining position and meets evil stars, they will be lonely, harm their husbands, injure their children, and have improper behavior.

子午宮旺地，與天府同度，丁己庚生人財官格。卯酉宮利益，與七殺同度，乙辛生人財官格。寅申宮得地，與天相同度，丁己甲庚生人財官格。巳亥宮和平，與破軍同度，壬戊生人財官格。辰戌宮入廟，甲乙生人財官格。丑未宮入廟，與貪狼同度，戊辛生人大貴財官格。

The star Wealth star and general star is strong in theZi Palace and Wu Palace, and when it shares the palace with Treasury star and command star, those born in the years of Ding, Ji, and Geng form a harmonious official and wealth pattern. In the Mao Palace and You Palace, it is in a favorable position, and when it shares the palace with General star and star of severity, those born in the years of Yi and Xin form a harmonious official and wealth pattern. In the Yin Palace and Shen Palace, it is in a strong position, and when it shares the palace with Seal star and star of livelihood, those born in the years of Ding, Ji, Jia, and Geng form a harmonious official and wealth pattern. In the Si Palace and Hai Palace, its strength is average, and when it shares the palace with Expenditure star and vanguard star, those born in the years of Ren and Wu form a harmonious official and wealth pattern. In the Chen Palace and Xu Palace, it is in its temple position, and those born in the years of Jia and Yi form a harmonious official and wealth pattern. In the Chou Palace and Wei Palace, it is also in its temple position, and when it shares the palace with Star of romance and desire, those born in the years of Wu and Xin are highly esteemed and form a harmonious official and wealth pattern.

武曲入男命吉凶訣：武曲守命化為權，吉曜來臨福壽全，志氣崢嶸多出眾，超凡入聖向人前。武曲之星守命宮，吉星守照始榮昌，若加耗殺來沖破，任是財多畢竟空。

The star Wuqu is located in the Life Palace and transforms into the authority star. If auspicious stars also appear, then both fortune and longevity are complete. Such people have high aspirations, stand out from the crowd, possess extraordinary talent, and lead others. When Wuqu is in the Life Palace, it requires the presence of auspicious stars to share or illuminate it in order to achieve prosperity and success. However, if stars like Pojun, which are consuming and harmful, conflict with it, even with great wealth, in the end it will all be in vain.

武曲入女命吉凶訣：女人武曲命中逢，天府加之志氣雄，左右祿存相逢聚，富貴雙全美無窮。將星一宿最剛強，女命逢之性異常，衣祿滔滔終有破，不然壽夭或凶亡。

A woman's destiny encountering the Wuqu star, along with the Tifu star, indicates a strong will and ambitious spirit. If the Left Fu, Right Bi, and Lu Cun stars also gather together, she will achieve great wealth and honor, with a fulfilling life. The Wuqu star, as the General Star, is particularly strong and rigid. When a woman's destiny meets this star, her character differs from ordinary people. Although her income and wealth flow continuously, she may eventually face losses, or else she may have a short lifespan or meet with misfortune and death.

武曲入限吉凶訣：大小二限逢武曲，若還入廟主財興，更加文昌臨左右，福祿雙全得稱心。武曲臨限化權星，最利求謀事有成，更遇吉星同會合，文人名顯庶人興。武曲之星主官非，公吏逢之刑杖來，常庶遇之還負債，官員值此有驚懷。

The great limit and small limit reach Wuqu, and if it is in its proper position, it indicates prosperous sources of wealth; if further accompanied by the Wenchang star and the Left Fu and Right Bi stars, both fortune and wealth will be complete, and everything will go smoothly. When Wuqu is encountered in the limit and transforms into the authority star, it is most favorable for achieving success in endeavors; if further joined by auspicious stars, scholars will gain fame, and common people will experience flourishing family businesses. The Wuqu star also governs legal disputes: those working in the government may suffer corporal punishment, common people may incur debts, and officials may feel anxious and fearful.

天同水，南斗化福，為福德主。天同入廟肥滿清明，仁慈耿直。與天梁左右嘉會丙生人於巳亥酉宮安命，財官雙美，福非小可，未宮次之，午宮陷，丁生人宜之。若在亥地庚生人下局，更遇羊陀火鈴忌沖合，則孤單破相目疾。女命會吉星作命婦，旺夫益子極賢能，若居巳亥雖美而淫。

The Star of Blessings belongs to the Water element and transforms into the Welfare Star in the Southern Dipper; it is the star that governs fortune and virtue. Those born under the Star of Blessings have a full figure, clear eyes and a kind and upright nature. When this star harmonizes well with the Shelter Star and Longevity Star, the Auxiliary Auspicious Stars, and the person is born in the year of Bing (丙), they will have a prosperous fate if their destiny is placed in the Si, Hai, or You mansions. They will enjoy both wealth and official positions, and their fortune is exceptional. If their destiny is in the Wei mansion, it is slightly less favorable; if in the Wu mansion, it is in decline, but those born in the year of Ding (丁) will still have a reasonable fate. If the person is born in the Hai mansion but in the year of Geng (庚), their fate is considered low. If they also encounter the Malefic of Injury, the Malefic of Delay and Entanglement, the Malefic of Violence, the Hidden-Fire Malefic, or the Malefic of Misfortune, they will suffer from loneliness, physical deformities, and eye diseases. For women, if they are born under auspicious stars, they can become titled lady, bring fortune to their husbands and children, and be very virtuous. However, if they are born in the Si or Hai mansions, although these are favorable, they may be prone to indulgence.

子宮旺地午宮陷，丁己癸辛生人財官格。卯酉宮和平，乙丙辛生人財官格。寅宮利申宮旺，與天梁同度，乙甲丁生人福厚。巳亥宮入廟，壬丙戊生人財官格。辰戌宮和平，丙丁生人利達，庚癸生人福不耐久。丑未宮不得地，與巨門同度，乙壬甲辛庚生人財官格。

The Star of Blessings is strong in the Zi (Rat) palace and weak in the Wu (Horse) palace. Those born in the years of Ding, Ji, Gui, and Xin are in harmony with the official and wealth patterns. In the Mao (Rabbit) and You (Rooster) palaces, its power is average, and those born in the years of Yi, Bing, and Xin are in harmony with the official and wealth patterns. In the Yin (Tiger) palace, it is favorable, and in the Shen (Monkey) palace, it is strong. When it shares the palace with the Shelter Star and Longevity Star, those born in the years of Yi, Jia, and Ding enjoy deep blessings. In the Si (Snake) and Hai (Pig) palaces, it is in its temple position, and those born in the years of Ren, Bing, and Wu are in harmony with the official and wealth patterns. In the Chen (Dragon) and Xu (Dog) palaces, its power is average, and those born in the years of Bing and Ding will have smooth success, while those born in the years of Geng and Gui will not have lasting fortune. In the Chou (Ox) and Wei (Sheep) palaces, it is not in a favorable position, and when it shares the palace with the Dark Star and Star of Speech, those born in the years of Yi, Ren, Jia, Xin, and Geng are in harmony with the official and wealth patterns.

天同入男命吉凶訣：天同坐命性溫良，福祿悠悠壽更長，若是福人居廟旺，定教食祿譽傳揚。天同若與吉星逢，性格聰明百事通，男子定然食天祿，女人樂守繡房中。天同守命落閒宮，火鈴殺湊更為凶，天機梁月來相會，只好空門度歲終。

Those born with Tian Tong in their destiny are gentle and kind-hearted, with long-lasting blessings, wealth, and a long life. If this star of blessings is located in a flourishing position, they will have abundantofficial stipend and widespread reputation. When Tian Tong meets auspicious stars, the person is intelligent and capable in all affairs; men will enjoy government salaries, while women will live comfortably in their chambers. However, if Tian Tong is in a weak position in the destiny palace and is joined by malefic stars like Mars and Ling Star, the outcome is more dangerous. If Tian Ji, Tian Liang, and Tai Yin also join, they may have to live a life of seclusion.

天同入女命吉凶訣：天同守命婦人身，性格聰明伶俐人，昌曲更來相會處，悠悠財祿自天伸。天同若與太陰同，女命逢之淫巧容，衣祿雖豐終不美，偏房侍妾與人通。

The Star of Blessings is in the woman's chart, indicating a clever and intelligent personality. If the Star of Examinations and Documents and the Star of Talent and Eloquence join together, long-lasting wealth and fortune will come naturally, as if from heaven. If the Star of Blessings is in the same palace as the Wealth Star and Mother Star, the woman may have a light and charming appearance, with sufficient clothing, food, and wealth, but ultimately her life is not complete. She is likely to be a concubine or have affairs with others.

天同入限吉凶訣：人生二限值天同，喜氣盈門萬事榮，財祿增添宜創造，從今家道得豐榮。流年二限值天同，陷地須防惡殺沖，作事美中終不足，惟防官災及家傾。

When the major and minor limits of a person's life reach Tian Tong, it brings good fortune, prosperity in all affairs, increased wealth and official rank, and is favorable for starting businesses and building up the family. If the current year and the major and minor limits meet Tian Tong in a fallen position, one should be cautious of malevolent influences causing trouble: affairs will always fall short of expectations, especially needing to beware of legal disputes, misfortunes, and the collapse of family fortune.

廉貞屬火，北斗化次桃花殺、囚星，為官祿主。為人身長體壯，眼露神光，眉毛中大克骨亦露，性硬浮蕩，好忿爭。入廟武職貴，遇府相左右有科權祿存同宮富貴。逢昌曲七殺立武功。與擎羊同是非日有。破軍火鈴同，狗悻狼心。巳亥陷宮棄祖孤單，巧藝僧道軍旅之流。

"Lianzhen" belongs to the Fire element, and in the Big Dipper it transforms into secondary Taohua and becomes the prison star. It is the star governing official rank and salary. Such people are tall and strong, with bright eyes, thick eyebrows in the middle, and prominent bone structure. Their temper is hard and changeable, prone to quarrels and anger. When this star is in its proper position, it is suitable for military positions and brings prestige. If it meets Treasury star and command star, Seal star and star of livelihood, Auxiliary auspicious star, Auxiliary auspicious star, and also has Hua Ke, Hua Quan, and Wealth-salary star in the same palace, it indicates wealth and honor. Meeting Star of examinations and documents and Star of talent and eloquence allows one to establish military achievements. When it is in the same palace as Malefic of injury, there is constant trouble. When it is with Expenditure star and vanguard star, Malefic of violence, and Hidden-fire malefic, the person has a cruel and wolf-like heart. When it is in the Si or Hai Palace, which are weak positions, they abandon their family's business, live alone, and often rely on their skills for a living, or become monks, Taoists, or soldiers.

六甲生人命坐寅申者上格，丁己生人次之。六丙生人命坐子午卯酉，橫發橫破不耐久。六甲生人命坐四墓宮，財官格，若丙戊生人招非有成敗。若與昌曲忌星同在巳亥宮，六丙生人有禍，六甲生人亦不宜也。未申生人命居未申宮，化祿逢吉富貴必矣。若在諸宮逢羊陀火鈴化忌沖破，主殘疾。

Those born in the year of Jia have their Life Palace (destiny palace) sitting in the Yin or Shen palace, which is considered an upper-class configuration. Those born in the year of Ding or Ji are of the next level. Those born in the year of Bing have their Life Palace sitting in the Zi, Wu, Mao, or You palace, which leads to sudden success and failure, and is not long-lasting. Those born in the year of Jia with their Life Palace sitting in the Chen, Xu, Chou, or Wei palace form a harmonious wealth and official position configuration. However, those born in the year of Bing or Wu will encounter disputes and have mixed results. If the Star of examinations and documents (Star of examinations and documents), Star of talent and eloquence (Star of talent and eloquence), and Hua Ji (Hua Ji) are all in the Si or Hai palace, then those born in the year of Bing will face calamities, and those born in the year of Jia will also find it unfavorable. Those born in the year of Wei or Shen with their Life Palace in the Wei or Shen palace, encountering Hua Lu (Hua Lu) and auspicious stars, will certainly achieve wealth and honor. If these palaces encounter the Malefic of injury (Malefic of injury), Malefic of delay and entanglement (Malefic of delay and entanglement), Malefic of violence (Malefic of violence), Hidden-fire malefic (Hidden-fire malefic), or Hua Ji (Hua Ji) being broken by conflict, it indicates the possibility of disability.

女命三合吉拱主封贈，雖惡殺沖破不為下局，若入廟逢化祿剛烈機巧，清秀，旺夫益子。僧道加吉拱，有師號，此星最喜天相同宮能化其惡。

For a female's destiny, if the star Lianzhen is supported by three auspicious stars, she will receive honors and titles from the court; even if there are malevolent stars conflicting, it is not a low-ranking configuration. If Lianzhen is in its proper position and receives the transformation of wealth, her nature will be strong and sharp, yet clever and skillful, with a clear and refined appearance, capable of benefiting her husband and children. For someone who has taken monastic vows, if supported by auspicious stars, they may attain the title of a master. This star particularly prefers to be in the same palace as Tianxiang, as Tianxiang can neutralize its negative effects.

子午宮和平，與天相同度，丁己甲生人財官格。卯酉宮和平，與破軍同度，乙辛癸生人吉。寅宮和平，甲庚己生人貴格。申宮入廟甲庚戊生人貴格，丙生人次之。巳亥宮陷地，甲己丙戊生人福不耐久。辰戌宮利益，與天府同度，甲庚生人財官格。丑未宮利益，與七殺同度，加吉星財官格。

Lianzhen is of average strength in the Zi and Wu palaces and shares the palace with Tianxiong, benefiting those born in the years of Ding, Ji, and Jia, who form the official and wealth pattern. In the Mao and You palaces, it is of average strength and shares the palace with Pojun, benefiting those born in the years of Yi, Xin, and Gui, who are auspicious. In the Yin palace, it is of average strength and benefits those born in the years of Jia, Geng, and Ji, who are of noble rank. In the Shen palace, it is in its prime, benefiting those born in the years of Jia, Geng, and Wu, who are of noble rank, while those born in the year of Bing are of secondary rank. In the Si and Hai palaces, it is in decline, and those born in the years of Jia, Ji, Bing, and Wu will not have long-lasting fortune. In the Chen and Xu palaces, it is in a position of benefit, sharing the palace with Tianfu, benefiting those born in the years of Jia and Geng, who form the official and wealth pattern. In the Chou and Wei palaces, it is in a position of benefit, sharing the palace with Qishash, and with the addition of auspicious stars, it forms the official and wealth pattern.

廉貞入男命吉凶訣：廉貞守命亦非常，賦性巍巍志氣強，格故鼎新官大貴，為官清顯姓名香。廉貞坐命落閒宮，貪破羊火忌相逢，縱有財官也不美，平生何以得從容。廉貞落陷入閒宮，吉曜相逢也有凶，腰足災殘難脫厄，更加惡殺命該終。

Lianzhen sitting in the Life Palace is an extraordinary configuration: it indicates a noble nature, strong will, and the ability to eliminate old evils and create new situations. One may attain high and honorable official positions, with a clear and upright career, and a good reputation. However, if Lianzhen is in a idle palace and meets with Tanwang, Pojun, Qingyang, Huoshen, and Hua Ji, even if there are wealth, Lu, and official positions, they will not be complete. One's life will not be easy. When Lianzhen is in a fallen position and also in a idle palace, even if good stars are present, there will still be danger. There is a tendency for injuries to the waist and legs leading to disability and difficulty in escaping misfortune. If combined with evil stars, one's life is likely to end prematurely.

廉貞入女命吉凶訣：女人身命值廉貞，內政清廉格局新，諸吉拱照無殺破，定教封贈在青春。廉貞貪破曲相逢，陀火交加極賤庸，定主刑夫並克子，只好偏房娼婢容。

For a woman whose body palace and Life palace meet Lian Zhen, she will manage household affairs with integrity and honesty, and her overall pattern will be completely renewed. If she is surrounded by many auspicious stars without any malefic stars conflicting, she will certainly receive honors and titles at a young age. However, if Lian Zhen meets Star of romance and desire, Expenditure star and vanguard star, and Star of talent and eloquence, and also encounters Malefic of delay and entanglement and Malefic of violence, she will be extremely lowly and mediocre. She will inevitably harm her husband and injure her children, and can only be a concubine or end up as a prostitute or servant.

廉貞入限吉凶訣：廉貞入限旺宮臨，喜逢吉曜福駢臻，財物自然多蓄積，任人得意位高升。大小二限遇廉貞，更有天刑忌刃侵，膿血刑災難脫逃，破軍貪殺赴幽冥。

Lianzhen enters the limit and comes into a prosperous palace, happily meeting auspicious stars, with continuous good fortune coming to him, wealth naturally accumulating in abundance, and success in matters, with promotion in position. When the big limit and small limit meet Lianzhen, and further encounter Tianxing, Hua Ji and Qingyang, these three stars like a knife cutting, it is difficult to avoid diseases of pus and blood and punishments and calamities. If they also meet with Pojun, Tanlang and Qishan, it is feared that one may have to go to the underworld.

天府土，南斗化令星，為財帛主。為人面方圓，容紅齒白，心性溫和，聰明俊秀，博學機變，能解一切災厄。喜紫微昌曲左右祿存魁鉞權祿，居廟旺必中高第。羊陀火鈴會合好詐。命坐寅午戌亥卯未，六己生人貴格。若居巳酉丑宮，乙丙戊辛生人，文武財官格，如亥卯未辰酉宮安命者，甲庚生人不貴，先大後小，有始無終。女命清白機巧，旺夫益子，遇紫微左右同垣極美，作命婦論。

The star Treasury star and command star belongs to the Five Phases of earth. It transforms into the command star in the Southern Dipper and is the star in charge of wealth. Those under this star have a square yet round face, a rosy complexion, white teeth, a gentle disposition, intelligence, and a refined appearance. They are learned, resourceful, and capable of overcoming all misfortunes. This star favors the stars The Emperor star, Star of examinations and documents, Star of talent and eloquence, Auxiliary auspicious star, Auxiliary auspicious star, Wealth-salary star, Yang Benefactor, Yin Benefactor, as well as Hua Quan (transformed power) and Hua Lu (transformed wealth). When it is in a strong and prosperous position, it definitely leads to high official rank. If it combines with Malefic of injury, Malefic of delay and entanglement, Malefic of violence, or Hidden-fire malefic, the person tends to use deceit. Those whose Life Palace is in the houses of Yin, Wu, Xu, Hai, Mao, or Wei, and were born in the year of Ji, are of noble status. If the star is in the houses of Si, You, or Chou, and the person was born in the years of Yi, Bing, Wu, or Xin, they are suitable for both civil and military careers and have a harmonious wealth and official position. If the Life Palace is in the houses of Hai, Mao, Wei, Chen, or You, and the person was born in the years of Jia or Geng, they do not achieve high status, and their fortune starts large but ends small, with no lasting success. For women,Treasury star and command star indicates a clean and skillful character, capable of benefiting their husband and children. When it is combined with The Emperor star, Auxiliary auspicious star, and Auxiliary auspicious star in the same palace, it is extremely favorable, and can be considered as the rank of a titled lady.

子午宮與武曲同度，丁己癸生人為福，財官格。卯宮入廟，酉宮旺地，乙丙辛生人財官格。寅宮入廟，申宮得地，與紫微同度，丁己生人財官格。巳亥宮得地，乙丙戊辛生人財官格。辰戌宮入廟，與廉貞同度，甲庚壬生人財官格。丑未宮入廟加吉星財官格。

The Treasury star and command star is in conjunction with the Wealth star and general star in theZi Palace andWu Palace, and those born in the years of Ding, Ji, and Gui benefit and achieve fortune, forming the official and wealth pattern. In the Mao Palace, it is in its temple position, and in the You Palace, it is in its strong position; those born in the years of Yi, Bing, and Xin form the official and wealth pattern. In the Yin Palace, it is in its temple position, and in the Shen Palace, it is in a favorable position, and when it is in conjunction with the Emperor star, those born in the years of Ding and Ji form the official and wealth pattern. In theSi Palace and Hai Palace, it is in a favorable position, and those born in the years of Yi, Bing, Wu, and Xin form the official and wealth pattern. In the Chen Palace andXu Palace, it is in its temple position, and when it is in conjunction with the Lian Zhen star, those born in the years of Jia, Geng, and Ren form the official and wealth pattern. In the Chou Palace and Wei Palace, it is in its temple position, and if additional auspicious stars are present, then the official and wealth pattern is formed.

天府入男命吉凶訣：天府之星守命宮，加之權祿喜相逢，魁昌左右來相會，附鳳攀龍上九重。火鈴羊陀三方會，為人奸詐多勞碌，空劫同垣不為佳，只宜空門享福人。

When the Treasury star and command star is in the Life Palace, and it is further favored by Hua Quan and Hua Lu, with the Yang Benefactor, Star of examinations and documents, Auxiliary auspicious star (Zuo Fu) and Auxiliary auspicious star (You Bi) all coming to join, the person can associate with powerful figures and rise to the highest level. However, if the Malefic of violence, Hidden-fire malefic, Malefic of injury, and Malefic of delay and entanglement stars appear in the three surrounding areas, the person tends to be cunning and hardworking. If Void malefic and Plunder malefic are in the same palace, it is not good, and such a person is better suited for a monastic life enjoying peace and ease.

天府入女命吉凶訣：女人天府命身宮，性格聰明花樣容，更得紫微三合照，金冠霞佩受皇封。火鈴羊陀來沖會，性格庸常多蹇昧，六親相背子難招，只好空門為尼計。

For a woman whose Life Palace or Body Palace is occupied by Treasury star and command star, she is intelligent and has a beautiful appearance. If The Emperor star is also present in the three surrounding areas, she can wear a golden crown and a flowing robe, receiving royal honors. However, if Malefic of violence, Hidden-fire malefic, Malefic of injury, or Malefic of delay and entanglement come to clash, illuminate, meet, or combine with her, her character becomes ordinary and dull. Her six relations will be in discord, and she will have difficulty in having children. In such a case, she may consider entering a convent.

天府入限吉凶訣：限臨天府能司祿，士庶逢之多發福，添財進喜永無災，且也潤身也潤屋。南斗尊星入限來，所為謀事稱心懷，若還又化科權祿，指日欣然展大材。

When the limit reaches the Treasury star, this star governs salary and is beneficial to scholars and common people, bringing added wealth and happiness, long-term safety from disasters, benefiting both oneself and the family. The South Star of the Treasury, a revered star in the Southern Dipper, entering the limit brings smooth success in all endeavors and plans. If it coincides with the transformation of knowledge, authority, and wealth, one can soon fully utilize their great talents.

太陰水，南北斗化富，為母宿，又為妻星，為田宅主。太陰居命面方圓，心性溫和，清秀耿直聰明，花酒文章，博學橫立功名。身若逢之則隨娘繼拜，陷地化吉科權祿，反以凶論，出外離祖則吉。更遇羊陀火鈴，酒色邪淫，下賤夭折。

The star "Too Yin" belongs to the Water element in the Five Phases. In the Northern and Southern Stars, it transforms into the Wealth Star and is also the star representing the mother and wife. It governs fields and dwellings. A person with "Too Yin" in their destiny has a square yet round face, a gentle and kind nature, is refined, upright, and intelligent. They enjoy appreciating flowers, drinking wine, composing poetry, and have broad knowledge. They can achieve unexpected success and fame. If the body palace encounters "Too Yin," it often indicates that the person followed their mother to remarry and regarded another as their father. If "Too Yin" falls into a declining position, even if it transforms into a favorable star or meets the transformations of official rank, wealth, and fortune, it should still be considered as a malevolent star. Only when they leave their hometown and separate from their ancestral estate does it bring good fortune. If "Too Yin" also meets "Qing Yang," "Tuo Luo," "Huo Xing," and "Ling Xing," the person will become addicted to alcohol, lust, and immoral behavior, leading to a lowly and short life.

最喜六壬戊生人，在亥卯未宮立命合局，乙庚戊生人居亥宮立命上格，六丁生人次之，六乙生人合格，六丁六戊生人，化科權祿吉。女命會太陽入廟，封贈夫人，若陷地傷夫克子，妾妓之流。

The Star of Brightness and Prestige is most favorable for those born in the year of Ren or Wu, and if they are destined to be born in the palace of Hai, Mao, or Wei, they form a complete and harmonious pattern. Those born in the year of Yi, Geng, or Wu, and destined to be born in the palace of Hai, have an excellent pattern. Those born in the year of Ding are of the next level, and those born in the year of Yi are also considered acceptable. If those born in the year of Ding or Wu further encounter the transformation of official title, authority, and wealth, it is considered auspicious. For women, if the Star of Brightness and Prestige combines with the Star of Brightness and Prestige and is in a favorable position, they may be honored as a lady. However, if it is in an unfavorable position, it may cause harm to the husband, discipline the children, and often result in being a concubine or a courtesan.

子丑寅宮入廟，丁戊生人財官格。卯辰巳宮陷地，乙壬戊生人孤寡不耐久。午宮陷未申宮利益，丁庚甲入生人財官格。酉戌亥宮入廟，丙丁生人財官格，吉星眾大貴。

The star Wealth star and mother star is considered to be in its proper position (入庙) when it is in the zodiac signs Zi, Chou, or Yin, and those born in the years of Ding or Wu are said to have the wealth and official position pattern (财官格). When Wealth star and mother star is in the zodiac signs Mao, Chen, or Si, it is considered to be in a weakened position (落陷), and those born in the years of Yi, Ren, or Wu tend to be lonely and have few friends, and even if they achieve some success, it will not last long. When Wealth star and mother star is in the sign Wu, it is also considered to be in a weakened position. When it is in the signs Wei or Shen, it is considered to be in a beneficial position (利益之位), and those born in the years of Ding, Geng, or Jia are said to have the wealth and official position pattern. When Wealth star and mother star is in the signs You, Xu, or Hai, it is considered to be in its proper position, and those born in the years of Bing or Ding are said to have the wealth and official position pattern; if there are many auspicious stars, they will achieve great prestige.

太陰入男命吉凶訣：太陰原是水之精，身命逢之福自生，酉戌亥垣為得地，光輝揚顯姓名亨。太陰入廟化權星，清秀聰明貴無倫，稟性溫良恭儉讓，為官清顯列朝綱。寅上機昌曲月逢，縱然吉拱不豐隆，男為僕從女為妓，加殺沖殺到老窮。太陰陷地惡星中，陀火相逢定困窮，此命只宜僧與道，空門出入得從容。

The Taiyin star is the essence of water; when it appears in the body palace or the Life Palace, good fortune naturally arises. When it is in the Yu, Xu, or Hai palaces, it is in a favorable position, shining brightly, and achieving fame and success. When Taiyin is in its proper place and transforms into the authority star, the person is refined and intelligent, highly respected, with a gentle, kind, respectful, frugal, and humble nature. In official positions, they are upright and successful, holding important roles in the government. However, if Taiyin appears in the Yin Palace along with Tianji, Wenqiang, Wenqu, and Taiyin together, even with auspicious stars supporting, the fortune is not abundant. Men may become servants, and women may become prostitutes. If further afflicted by malevolent stars, they will remain poor in old age. When Taiyin is in an unfavorable position and surrounded by evil stars, meeting Duo Luo and Huo Xing, they will certainly face hardship and poverty. Such a destiny is suitable only for becoming a monk or a Taoist, and entering the monastic path will be more peaceful.

太陰入女命吉凶訣：月會同陽在命宮，三方吉拱必盈豐，不見凶殺來沖會，富貴雙全保到終。太陰陷在命和身，不喜三方惡殺侵，克害夫君又夭壽，更虛血氣少精神。

The presence of Taiyin, Tian Tong, and Taiyang in the Life Palace, along with auspicious stars supporting from all sides, indicates that the family's wealth and resources will be abundant. As long as no malevolent stars come to clash or join, prosperity and wealth will be achieved, and this good fortune can be maintained throughout life. However, if Taiyin is in a fallen position in the Life Palace and also in the Body Palace, it is most unfavorable if there are evil stars invading from all directions. This will harm the husband, shorten one's lifespan, and cause weakness in blood and qi, as well as lack of mental energy.

太陰入限吉凶訣：太陰星曜限中逢，財祿豐盈百事通，嫁娶迎親添嗣續，常人得此旺門風。二限偏宜見太陰，添屋進財福非輕，火鈴若也來相湊，未免官災病患臨。限至太陰居反背，不喜羊陀三方會，火鈴二限最為凶，若不官災多破悔。

When encountering the star Tai Yin during a period of destiny, wealth and official rank will be abundant, and all affairs will proceed smoothly, allowing for marriage, wedding ceremonies, and the birth of children. Even common people can benefit from this star, leading to prosperity in their family. The major and minor periods are most favorable when Tai Yin is present, as they bring benefits in acquiring property and increasing wealth, with considerable good fortune. However, if the stars Hua Xing and Ling Xing also appear, one may suffer from legal troubles, disasters, and illness. When Tai Yin is in a position of being backlit and dim, it strongly dislikes the stars Qing Yang and Duo Luo appearing in the three directions. The presence of Hua Xing and Ling Xing in the major and minor periods is especially dangerous, even if legal issues do not arise, there will be much loss and regret.

貪狼屬木，化桃花殺。貪狼入廟長聳肥胖，陷宮形小聲高而量大，性格不常，心多計較，作事急速不耐靜，作巧反拙，好賭博花酒。陷地加羊陀化忌，則孤貧破相殘疾，斑痕疤痣。入廟多居武藝之中，遇火鈴喜戊己生人合局，不喜六癸生人，不耐久長。女命平常，若居陷地傷夫克子且不正，大多為娼婢，僧道亦不清潔。

The Star of Romance and Desire belongs to the Wood element and transforms into the Taohua malefic. Those with the Star of Romance and Desire in its favorable position are tall and well-proportioned; those with it in its unfavorable position are short and stout, with a loud voice and a broad-minded nature. Their characters are fickle and calculating, they act hastily and cannot endure stillness. They intend to take shortcuts but end up making mistakes, and they have a liking for gambling and indulgence in alcohol. If the Star of Romance and Desire is in its unfavorable position and is combined with the Malefic of Injury, the Malefic of Delay and Entanglement, and the Malefic of Misfortune, they will be lonely and poor, have physical deformities or disabilities, and have many scars and birthmarks on their bodies. Those with the Star of Romance and Desire in its favorable position often pursue martial arts as a profession. If they encounter the Malefic of Violence and the Hidden-Fire Malefic, they are favorable to those born in the years of Wu and Ji, but unfavorable to those born in the year of Gui. Their good fortune does not last long. For women, the Star of Romance and Desire is ordinary; if it is in its unfavorable position, it may harm their husbands, discipline their children, and lead to improper behavior, often resulting in becoming courtesans, servants, or nuns who are not clean.

子午宮旺地，丁己生人福厚，丙戊庚生寅申人下局。卯酉宮利益，與紫微同度，見火星貴，乙辛己生人宜之，財官格。寅申宮和平，庚生人財官格。巳亥宮陷地，與廉貞同度，丙戊壬生人為福不耐久。辰戌宮入廟，戊己生人財官格。丑未宮入廟，與武曲同度，見火星，戊己庚生人貴格。

Tianwang is strong in the Zi and Wu palaces, benefiting those born in the Ding and Ji years, who enjoy deep blessings; those born in the Bing, Wu, and Geng years, as well as those born in the Yin and Shen years, have inferior patterns. In the Mao and You palaces, it is a position of benefit, sharing the palace with Ziwēi. If Mars is present, it indicates nobility, benefiting those born in the Yi, Xin, and Ji years, forming the wealth and official position pattern. In the Yin and Shen palaces, its strength is average, benefiting those born in the Geng year, forming the wealth and official position pattern. In the Si and Hai palaces, it is in decline, sharing the palace with Lianzhen. Those born in the Bing, Wu, and Ren years may gain blessings but cannot last long. In the Chen and Xu palaces, it is in its temple, benefiting those born in the Wu and Ji years, forming the wealth and official position pattern. In the Chou and Wei palaces, it is also in its temple, sharing the palace with Wuqu. If Mars is present, those born in the Wu, Ji, and Geng years are of noble patterns.

貪狼入男命吉凶訣：四墓宮中福氣濃，提兵指日立邊功，火星拱會誠為貴，名震諸夷定有封。貪狼守命擎羊逢，陀殺交加必困窮，武破廉貞同殺劫，百藝防身度歲終。四墓貪狼廟旺宮，加臨左右富財翁，若然再化科權祿，文武才能顯大功。

Tianwang falls in the four burial palaces, Chen, Xu, Chou, and Wei, which brings abundant blessings. It can command troops and go to war, and soon achieve military success on the frontier. If the fire star joins, it is a great omen, and the person's reputation will shake the surrounding tribes, and he will certainly receive a reward. If Tianwang is in the Life Palace and meets Qingyang, and Tuoluo and Qishan are combined, he will certainly face difficulties and poverty. If Wuqu, Pojun, Lianzhen, along with Qishan and Dijie are gathered together, he can only learn a few skills to survive, barely making ends meet. If Tianwang is in the four burial palaces and is in a strong position, and is further assisted by Zuo Fu and You Bi, he will become a wealthy person. If he also meets Hua Ke, Hua Quan, and Hua Lu, he can both demonstrate literary talent and military strategy, and achieve great accomplishments.

貪狼入女命吉凶訣：四墓宮中多吉利，更逢左右方為貴，祿財豐富旺夫君，性格剛強多志氣。貪狼陷地女非祥，衣食雖豐也不良，克害良人並男女，又教衾枕守孤孀。

For a woman's destiny, if the Star of Romance and Desire falls in the four burial (burial) positions of Chen, Xu, Chou, or Wei, it tends to be favorable. If it is further accompanied by the Auxiliary Auspicious Stars Left Assistant and Right Assistant, it becomes even more prestigious. This results in abundant wealth and official rank, capable of supporting her husband, with a strong character and great ambition. However, if the Star of Romance and Desire is in a declining position, it is not a good omen for a woman. Although her clothing and food may be sufficient, it is not considered favorable. It may harm her husband and children, and she may end up alone in bed, becoming a widow.

貪狼入限吉凶訣：北斗貪狼入限來，若還入廟事和諧，科權仕路多成就，必主當年發橫財。貪狼主限四墓臨，更喜人生四墓生，若見火星多橫發，自然富貴冠鄉鄰。限至貪狼陷不良，只宜節慾息災傷，賭盪風流去財寶，吉曜三方可免災。女限貪狼事不良，宜懷六甲免災殃，若無吉曜來相會，須知一命入黃泉。

The star of romance and desire from the Big Dipper enters the limit, and if it is in its proper position, all matters will be harmonious; if it also meets the transformation of academic achievement and authority, there will be great success in official career, and there will certainly be an unexpected fortune that year. When the limit and destiny are governed by the star of romance and desire and fall into the four burial (burial) palaces, it is even more favorable if the person's birth year is in the years of Chen, Xu, Chou, or Wei. If the malefic of violence is present, there will be sudden wealth, naturally leading to wealth and honor surpassing neighbors. However, if the limit and destiny reach the fallen position of the star of romance and desire, it is not good; one should restrain desires to calm the calamity. Gambling and indulgence, as well as frequenting places of pleasure, will exhaust wealth, but fortunately if there are auspicious stars in the three directions, the calamity can be avoided. For women, encountering the star of romance and desire in their limit and destiny is not auspicious; it is advisable to conceive and give birth to resolve the calamity. If there are no auspicious stars to illuminate, there may be a risk to life, and the person may die and go to the afterlife.

巨門水，北斗化暗，主是非。入廟身長肥胖敦厚清秀，不入廟五短瘦小，作事進退，多疑且多學少精，與人寡合，多是多非，奔波勞碌。

"Jumen" belongs to the Water element. In the Big Dipper, it manifests as a dark star, governing disputes and verbal conflicts. Those who are in its favor are tall and well-proportioned, honest and refined. Those not in its favor are short and thin, with unstable actions, suspicion, and a tendency to learn much but master nothing. They find it difficult to get along with others, often involved in disputes, and lead a life of constant toil.

喜左右祿存六癸六辛生人，命坐子卯合局。六庚六丁生人，辰戌安命卻不富貴。子午宮安命，丙戊生人孤寡夭折。六甲生人居卯宮雖入廟，與擎羊同度破局平常論。身命居子午宮為石中隱玉格，更會科權祿，終身福厚，會羊陀火鈴化忌，若不夭折，男盜女娼。

The star Giant Gate (Jumu) prefers the auxiliary auspicious stars Left Assistant (Zu Fu) and Right Assistant (You Bi), as well as the Wealth-salary star (Lu Cun). Those born in the year of Gui or Xin with their destiny palace located in the Zi (Rat) or Mao (Rabbit) palace form a favorable pattern. Those born in the year of Geng or Ding with their destiny palace located in the Chen (Dragon) or Xu (Dog) palace do not achieve wealth and honor. If the destiny palace is located in the Zi (Rat) or Wu (Horse) palace, those born in the year of Bing or Wu will be lonely and have short lifespans. Those born in the year of Jia have Giant Gate in the Mao (Rabbit) palace, which is in its prime position, but if it shares the palace with the malefic of injury (Qing Yang), the pattern is broken and should be treated as ordinary. If the body palace and destiny palace are located in the Zi (Rat) or Wu (Horse) palace, it forms the pattern of "hidden jade in stone," and if it also meets the transformed academic achievement (Hua Ke), transformed authority (Hua Quan), and transformed wealth (Hua Lu), they will have deep blessings throughout their lives. However, if it also meets the malefics of delay and entanglement (Tuo Luo), violence (Huo Xing), hidden-fire malefic (Ling Xing), and transformed misfortune (Hua Ji), then even if they do not die young, men will become thieves and women will become prostitutes.

女命入廟，六癸六辛生人享福，陷地傷夫克子，丁人遇極淫，此星在女命多有瑕玷。

For a female's destiny, if the star Ju Men is in its proper position, those born in the years of Gui or Xin can enjoy happiness. However, if it is in a weak position, it may cause harm to the husband and lead to punishment of the children. Those born in the year of Ding are particularly prone to indulgence in immoral activities. Generally, this star in a female's chart often indicates some flaws or blemishes.

子午宮旺地，丁己癸辛生人福厚，丙戊生人主困。卯酉宮入廟，與天機同度，乙辛己丙生人財官格，丁戊生人有成敗。寅申宮入廟，與太陽同度，庚癸辛生人財官格。巳亥旺宮單守，癸辛丙生人財官格。辰戌宮和平，癸辛生人主貴，丁生人困。丑未宮不得地，癸辛丙生人財官格。

The star of speech is strong in theZi Palace and Wu Palace, and those born in the years of Ding, Ji, Gui, and Xin will have deep blessings, while those born in the years of Bing and Wu will face difficulties. In the Mao Palace and You Palace, the star of speech is in its temple, and when it shares the palace with the star of wisdom and adaptability, those born in the years of Yi, Xin, Ji, and Bing will form a harmonious official and wealth pattern, while those born in the years of Ding and Wu will have both success and failure. In the Yin Palace and Shen Palace, the star of speech is in its temple and shares the palace with the star of brightness and prestige, and those born in the years of Geng, Gui, and Xin will form a harmonious official and wealth pattern. In the Si Palace and Hai Palace, the star of speech is strong and alone, and those born in the years of Gui, Xin, and Bing will form a harmonious official and wealth pattern. In the Chen Palace and Xu Palace, the strength is average, and those born in the years of Gui and Xin will achieve honor, while those born in the year of Ding will face difficulties. In the Chou Palace and Wei Palace, the star of speech is not in a favorable position, and those born in the years of Gui, Xin, and Bing will form a harmonious official and wealth pattern.

巨門入男命吉凶訣：巨門子午二宮逢，局中得遇以為榮，三合化吉科權祿，官高極品衣紫袍。此星化暗不宜逢，更會殺星愈肆凶，唇齒有傷兼性猛，若然入廟可和平。巨門守命遇擎羊，火鈴逢之事不祥，為人性急多顛倒，百事茫茫亂主張。

The star Jumu appears in the Zi and Wu mansions, and encountering it within the pattern brings honor and distinction; if it harmonizes with beneficial stars, and also transforms into the star of knowledge, authority, and wealth, then the official rank will reach the highest level, and one will wear purple robes. However, this star is originally an ominous star, and it is not advisable to meet it. If it also meets malefic stars, its harmful nature becomes even more intense: the lips and teeth are easily injured, and the nature is fierce and impetuous. One must be in its proper position to achieve harmony. If Jumu is in the Life Palace and meets Qingyang, Hongshen, and Lingsheng, all things become ominous: the person is impetuous, acts in a disorderly manner, lacks clarity in everything, and makes reckless decisions.

巨門入女命吉凶訣：巨門旺地多生吉，左右加臨壽更長，女人得此誠為貴，簾卷珍珠坐繡房。巨門命陷主淫娼，侍女偏房免災殃，相貌清奇多近寵，不然壽夭或凶亡。

The Giant Gate star in a strong position brings many auspicious events, and if the Left Assistant and Right Assistant stars are also present, longevity is greatly increased. For a woman to have this configuration is truly noble, allowing her to draw the curtain high and sit comfortably in a decorated chamber. However, if the Giant Gate star is in a weak position in the Life Palace (destiny palace), it may lead to promiscuity. If instead, this star is in the position of a servant or a concubine, it can actually avoid misfortune. Such people have an unusual appearance and are often favored by others; otherwise, they may have a short lifespan or meet with misfortune and death.

巨門入限吉凶訣：巨門主限化權星，最喜求謀萬事成，雖有官災並口舌，逢凶化吉得安寧。巨門入限動人愁，若遇喪門事不周，士庶逢之多惹訟，居官失職有丁憂。巨門限陷最乖張，無事官非鬧一場，哭泣喪禍終不免，破財嘔氣受淒涼。

The Giant Gate star governs limitations and transforms into a power star, making it most suitable for achieving success in endeavors and ensuring that all matters can be properly handled. Although there may be legal disputes or verbal conflicts, it can turn misfortune into good fortune, ultimately leading to peace. However, the presence of the Giant Gate star in one's limit often brings worry: if it coincides with the Mourning-and-Condolence spirit, things may not be fully accomplished. Scholars and common people may encounter more legal troubles, officials might lose their positions, or they may have to resign due to the death of their parents. When the Giant Gate star is in a fallen position within the limit, it becomes particularly troublesome: unexpected legal issues may arise, crying and misfortune are inevitable, leading to financial loss, frustration, and enduring hardship.

天相水，南斗化印，為官祿主。為人相貌敦厚持重，清白好酒食，衣祿豐足。紫府左右昌曲日月嘉會，財官雙美，位至三公。與武破羊陀同行則為巧藝，更加火鈴巨機，則傷刑不善終，天相又能化廉貞之惡。

The star Tian Xiang belongs to the Water element and transforms into the seal star in the Southern Dipper, governing official positions andofficial stipend. People under this star have a robust appearance, steady demeanor, are upright in character, enjoy fine wine and delicacies, and have abundant clothing, food, and wealth. If this star forms harmonious combinations with Zi Wei, Tian Fu, Zuo Fu, You Bi, Wen Chang, Wen Qu, Tai Yang, and Tai Yin, both wealth and official positions will be prosperous, and one may attain the rank of the Three Grand Ministers. However, if it combines with Wu Qu, Po Jun, Qing Yang, and Duo Luo, one can only make a living through craftsmanship. Adding Hong Xing and Ling Xing along with Ju Men and Tian Ji will result in injuries and an untimely death. Tian Xiang can also neutralize the harmful effects of Lian Zhen.

女命入廟性溫和，衣祿遂心，僧道屯吉。

For a female's destiny, if the Seal star and star of livelihood are in their proper position, her nature is gentle and kind, and her clothing, food, wealth, and official rank will all be as desired. Even if she becomes a monk or nun, it will also be auspicious.

子午宮入廟，與廉貞同度，丁己癸甲生人財官格。卯酉宮陷地，乙辛生人吉。甲庚生人主困。辰戌宮得地，與紫微同度，財官格。丑宮入廟未宮得地，加吉星財官格。寅申宮入廟，與武曲同度，丁甲庚生人財官格。巳亥宮得地，丙戊壬生人為福。

The star Tian Xiang is in its proper position in the Zi and Wu mansions, and when it shares the mansion with Lian Zhen, those born in the years of Ding, Ji, Gui, and Jia have the wealth and official position pattern. In the Mao and You mansions, it is in a weakened position, and those born in the year of Yi or Xin have good fortune, while those born in the years of Jia or Geng face difficulties. In the Chen and Xu mansions, it is in a favorable position, sharing the mansion with Zi Wei, forming the wealth and official position pattern. In the Chou mansion, it is in its proper position, and in the Wei mansion, it is in a favorable position; if combined with auspicious stars, it forms the wealth and official position pattern. In the Yin and Shen mansions, it is in its proper position, sharing the mansion with Wu Qu, and those born in the years of Ding, Jia, and Geng have the wealth and official position pattern. In the Si and Hai mansions, it is in a favorable position, and those born in the years of Bing, Wu, and Ren will gain blessings.

天相入男命吉凶訣：天相星辰貴等倫，照守身命喜無垠，為官必主居元宰，三合相逢福不輕。天相吉星為命主，必定斯人多克己，財官祿主旺家資，權壓當時誰不美。天相之星武破同，羊陀火鈴更為凶，或作技術經商輩，若在空門享福隆。

The star Tian Xiang is highly esteemed among the stars. When it illuminates or governs the body palace or the Life Palace, it brings boundless joy and celebration. If someone holds this star in their Life Palace, they will certainly be strict with themselves. This star governs wealth, official position, andofficial stipend, capable of flourishing family fortune and surpassing others in power, so who could fail to praise them. If Tian Xiang is combined with Wu Qu, Po Jun in the same palace, and further joined by Qing Yang, Duo Luo, Huo Xing, and Ling Xing, it becomes more malevolent. Such a person may pursue technical skills or business, but if they enter the religious path, they can enjoy abundant blessings.

天相入女命吉凶訣：女人之命天相星，性格聰明百事寧，衣祿豐盈財帛足，旺夫貴子顯門庭。破軍七殺來相會，羊陀火鈴最所忌，孤刑剋害六親無，只可偏房與侍婢。

A woman's destiny with the Seal star and star of livelihood indicates she is intelligent, peaceful in all matters, and enjoys abundance in clothing, food, wealth, and official rank. Her finances are sufficient, and she can support her husband and raise noble children, bringing honor to her family. However, if the Expenditure star and star of severity come to influence her, it is most unfavorable for her to have the Malefic of injury, Malefic of delay and entanglement, Malefic of violence, and Hidden-fire malefic. This leads to loneliness, conflicts, and lack of support from relatives, making her likely to be a concubine or a servant.

天相入限吉凶訣：天相之星敢主財，照臨二限悉無災，動作謀為皆遂意，悠遊享福自然來。天相之星有幾般，三方不喜惡星纏，羊陀空劫重相會，口舌官災禍亦連。限臨天相遇擎羊，作禍興殃不可當，更有火鈴諸殺湊，須教一命入泉鄉。

The star Tian Xiang is capable of governing wealth and official rank. When it illuminates the major and minor limits, there will be no calamity. All actions and plans will be fulfilled as desired, and one will naturally enjoy a state of ease and contentment. However, there are several situations associated with Tian Xiang. It is not favorable for the three directions to have malevolent stars interfering. If stars such as Qing Yang, Tuo Luo, Di Kong, and Di Jie are heavily involved, troubles from disputes and legal matters will continuously arise. If the limit or destiny period falls under Tian Xiang and is accompanied by Qing Yang, the resulting misfortunes will be overwhelming. If further compounded by stars such as Huo Xing and Ling Xing, it may lead to a fatal outcome and a descent into the underworld.

天梁屬土，南斗化蔭，主壽星。厚重清秀，聰明耿直，心無私曲好濟施，有壽。與天機同行居翰苑，善談兵。左右昌曲嘉會，則出將入相。要入廟方富貴，陷地遇火羊破局，則下賤孤寡夭折。逢天機耗殺清閒，僧道受制誥，六壬生人，亥卯未宮安命者，富貴雙全。

The star Tian Liang belongs to the Five Phases of earth. In the Southern Dipper, it transforms into the Shelter star, governing longevity. People with this star are sincere, steady, and refined, intelligent and upright, with no private intentions, and enjoy helping others, thus attaining a long life. Those who have Tian Liang together with Tian Ji can enter the Hanlin Academy and are skilled in discussing military strategies. If Left Fu, Right Bi, Wen Chang, and Wen Qu are auspiciously combined, they can become both generals and ministers. Tian Liang brings wealth and honor only when it is in its proper position; if it falls into a weak position and meets the malefic stars of violence and injury, the person will be lowly, isolated, and short-lived. When encountering consuming stars like Pò Jūn, the person will be idle and have no affairs. Monks can receive imperial honors. Those born in the year of Ren who have their destiny in the Hai, Mao, or Wei Palace will achieve both wealth and honor.

女命有男子之志，入廟富貴，陷地加殺傷夫克子又淫賤。

For a female's chart, the star Tian Liang indicates a mind with the ambition of a man. When it is in its favorable position, it brings wealth and honor. However, if it falls in an unfavorable position and is combined with malevolent stars, it may cause harm to the husband, punishment to the children, and lead to immoral and lowly behavior.

子午宮入廟，丁己癸生人福厚財格。卯宮入廟酉宮得地，與太陽同度，乙壬辛生人財官格。辰戌宮入廟，與天機同度，丁己壬庚生人財官格。丑未宮入廟，壬乙生人財官格，六戊生人大貴。寅宮入廟申宮陷地，與天同同度，丁己甲庚生人財官格。

The star Tian Liang is in its exalted position in theZi Palace (child's palace) andWu Palace (noon palace), and those born in the years of Ding, Ji, and Gui will have deep blessings and wealth. In the Mao Palace (rabbit palace) it is also in its exalted position, and in the You Palace (rooster palace) it is in a favorable position, sharing the palace with the Sun star. Those born in the years of Yi, Ren, and Xin will have a harmonious combination of wealth and official rank. In the Chen Palace (dragon palace) andXu Palace (dog palace), it is in its exalted position and shares the palace with Tian Ji. Those born in the years of Ding, Ji, Ren, and Geng will have a harmonious combination of wealth and official rank. In the Chou Palace (ox palace) and Wei Palace (sheep palace), it is in its exalted position, and those born in the years of Ren and Yi will have a harmonious combination of wealth and official rank, while those born in the year of Wu will achieve great prestige. In the Yin Palace (tiger palace) it is in its exalted position, and in the Shen Palace (monkey palace) it is in a fallen position, sharing the palace with Tian Tong. Those born in the years of Ding, Ji, Ji, and Geng will have a harmonious combination of wealth and official rank.

天梁入男命吉凶訣：天梁之曜數中強，形神穩重性溫良，左右昌曲來會合，管教富貴列朝綱。天梁星宿壽星逢，機日文昌左右同，子午寅申為入廟，官資清顯至三公。天梁遇火落閒宮，陀殺重逢更是凶，孤刑帶疾破家財，空門技藝可營工。辰戌機梁非小補，破軍卯酉不為良，女人得此為孤獨，剋夫刑子守空房。

The star Tian Liang is powerful among the stars in the system of divination. It has a dignified appearance and a calm demeanor, and its nature is gentle and kind. When stars such as Zuo Fu, You Bi, Wen Chang, and Wen Qu come together with Tian Liang, wealth and high official rank are assured. Tian Liang is originally the longevity star. If it joins with Tian Ji, Tai Yang, Wen Chang, Zuo Fu, and You Bi, and is located in the temples of Zi, Wu, Yin, or Shen, it will lead to a clear and prominent official position, possibly reaching the rank of the Three Grand Ministers. However, if Tian Liang meets the malefic star Huo Xing in an idle palace, and if the malefic of delay and entanglement, Duo Luo, and the general star Qi Sha meet repeatedly, the outcome is more dangerous. This leads to isolation, punishment, illness, and financial loss. One can only survive by entering a monastic life or by relying on skills. When Tian Liang and Tian Ji meet in the Chen or Xu palaces, the benefits are significant. However, if Pu Jun is in the Mao or You palaces, it is not favorable. For women with such a configuration, they tend to be lonely, harm their husbands and children, and live alone in an empty house.

天梁入限吉凶訣：天梁化蔭吉星和，二限逢之福必多，若加吉曜逢廟地，貴極一品輔山河。限至天梁最是良，猶如秋菊吐馨香，加官進職迎新祿，常庶逢之也足糧。天梁守限壽延長，作事求謀更吉昌，若遇火鈴羊陀合，須防一厄與家亡。

The Heavenly Stem Tianliang transforms into a protective star, harmonizing with auspicious stars. When the major and minor life periods reach this point, great fortune is assured. If further aided by auspicious stars in their prime positions, one may attain a high rank, assisting the country and its borders. The period of Tianliang is most favorable, like chrysanthemums blooming in autumn, bringing promotions, new salaries, and abundance for common people. Tianliang guarding the period can prolong life and bring greater auspiciousness in affairs. However, if it meets with the malefic stars of violence, hidden-fire malefic, injurious malefic, and entanglement malefic together, one must beware of calamity, possibly leading to family ruin.

七殺火金，南斗將星，遇帝為權，其餘諸宮皆殺。為人目大性急，喜怒無常，作事進退沈吟。廟旺有謀略，遇紫微掌生殺之權，武職最利。加左右昌曲魁鉞會合，位至極品。落空亡無威力。遇凶曜於生鄉，定為屠宰，會刑囚傷克。

The Seven Killers star belongs to the Fire and Metal elements and is the general star of the Southern Dipper. When it meets the Emperor star, it becomes a symbol of authority, but when it falls into other palaces, it is considered a malevolent star. Such people have large eyes, are impulsive, changeable in mood, and hesitate in their actions. When this star is strong and flourishing, it indicates great strategy and wisdom. When combined with the Emperor star, it signifies the power to decide life and death, making it most favorable for military positions. If further assisted by Left Auxiliary, Right Auxiliary, Star of Examinations, Star of Talent, Yang Benefactor, and Yin Benefactor, one can attain the highest official rank. However, if this star falls into Kongwang, it loses its power. If it appears in its native element along with malevolent stars, the person is likely to engage in occupations related to slaughter and will also encounter legal troubles, imprisonment, and conflicts.

安命寅亥子午宮，丁己生人合局，不喜壬癸午戌生人，六丙六戊生人中平。辰宮安命六庚生人吉利，羊陀火鈴沖會，又在陷地殘疾下局，雖富貴不耐久。女人入廟加權祿，旺夫益子，陷地遇羊火，則以傷克下賤論。

The Life Palace is located in the Yin, Hai, Zi, or Wu Palace for those born in Ding or Ji years, forming a harmonious configuration. It is not favorable for those born in Ren, Gui, Wu, or Xu years. Those born in Bing or Wu years have an average condition. If the Life Palace is in the Chen Palace and the person was born in Geng year, it is considered auspicious. If the Malefic of injury, Malefic of delay and entanglement, Malefic of violence, or Hidden-fire malefic are in opposition or conjunction with the Life Palace and fall in a declining position, it indicates a poor configuration with disabilities. Even if one attains wealth and status, it will not last long. For a female's Life Palace, if the Qi Sha is in a flourishing position and is accompanied by Hua Quan and Hua Lu, it can enhance the husband's fortune and benefit the children. However, if the General star and star of severity is in a declining position and meets Malefic of injury and Malefic of violence, it should be assessed based on injuries, harm, and inferior status.

子午宮旺地，丁己甲生人財官格。卯酉宮旺地，與武曲同度，乙辛生人福厚財官格。辰戌宮入廟，加吉星財官格。丑未宮入廟，與廉貞同度，加吉星財官格。寅申宮入廟，甲庚丁己生人財官格。巳亥宮和平，與紫微同度，丙戊壬生人財官格。

The star Seven Killers (Qīshā) is strong in the Zi and Wu mansions, and those born in the years of Ding, Ji, and Jia form the wealth and officialdom pattern. It is also strong in the Mao and You mansions, and when it shares the mansion with Wuqu (Wǔqū), those born in the years of Yi and Xin form the wealth and officialdom pattern. In the Chen and Xu mansions, it is in its prime, and if combined with auspicious stars, it forms the wealth and officialdom pattern. In the Chou and Wei mansions, it is in its prime, and when combined with Lianzhen (Liánzhēn), it forms the wealth and officialdom pattern. In the Yin and Shen mansions, it is in its prime, and those born in the years of Jia, Geng, Ding, and Ji form the wealth and officialdom pattern. In the Si and Hai mansions, its power is average, and when combined with Ziwēi (Zǐwēi), those born in the years of Bing, Wu, and Ren form the wealth and officialdom pattern.

七殺入男命吉凶訣：七殺寅申子午宮，四夷拱手服英雄，魁鉞左右文昌會，科祿名高食萬鍾。殺居陷地不堪言，凶禍猶如伴虎眠，若是殺強無制伏，少年惡死到黃泉。七殺居命落閒宮，巨宿羊陀更照沖，若不傷肢必損骨，空門僧道可興隆。

When the Seven Killers star falls in the positions of Yin, Shen, Zi, or Wu, the four surrounding regions will all submit and pay homage to this hero. If the stars Tian Kui, Tian Yue, Zuo Fu, You Bi, and Wen Chang congregate together, and if there are transformations of academic success and wealth, the person will achieve high status and receive great rewards. However, if the Seven Killers star falls in a weak position, it is not worth mentioning, as misfortune is like sleeping with a tiger; if the malevolent energy is strong and not restrained, the person will die young and be reborn in the underworld. If the Seven Killers star is in the native's chart but falls in an idle position, and the Ju Men star along with Qing Yang and Duo Luo stars shine upon it, the person may not harm their siblings but will damage their bones. Such a person may become a monk or Taoist, and thus achieve prosperity.

七殺入女命吉凶訣：女命愁逢七殺星，作事果斷又聰明，氣高志大無男女，不免刑夫歷苦辛。七殺孤星貪宿逢，火陀湊合非為貴，女人得此性不良，只好偏房為使婢。

For a woman's fate, encountering the Seven Killers star is most feared: although she is decisive and intelligent in her actions, she has high aspirations and great ambitions, making it difficult to have children. She inevitably harms her husband and endures much hardship. When the Seven Killers star meets the Star of Romance and Desire, and the Malefic of Violence and the Malefic of Delay and Entanglement come together, it is not considered a noble destiny. A woman with such a combination tends to have a bad nature and is likely to become a concubine or a servant.

七殺入限吉凶訣：二限雖然逢七殺，從容和緩家道發，對宮天府正來朝，仕宦逢之名顯達。七殺之星主啾唧，作事艱難俱有失，更加惡曜在限中，主有官災多病疾。

The great limit and the small limit, although encountering the Seven Killers, as long as one acts calmly and gently, the family fortune will still prosper; if the opposite palace has the Treasury Star and Command Star shining and supporting, officials will achieve fame and success. The Seven Killers star also governs trivial troubles: things are difficult to handle, and there are frequent losses; if evil stars are also in the limit, it indicates lawsuits and misfortunes, and there will be many diseases.

破軍水，北斗化耗星，主妻子、奴僕。體型五短背厚眉寬腰斜，性剛寡合，好爭強。棄祖發福，好博禽捕獵。喜紫微有威權，天梁天府能制其惡，與文曲同度一生貧士，更入水鄉殘疾，雖富不久、夭折。

"Pòjūn" belongs to the Water element, and in the Big Dipper it transforms into a consuming star. It governs the marriage palace and servant palace. Such people are short in stature, have thick backs, broad eyebrows, and crooked waists. They are strong-willed and difficult to get along with, fond of competing and fighting. They can only gain fortune by abandoning their ancestral careers, and they enjoy gambling and hunting animals. Pòjūn prefers Zǐwēi; with Zǐwēi, it gains authority. Tianliang and Tianfu can restrain its harmful effects. When Pòjūn is in the same palace as Wénqū, the person will be a poor scholar all his life. If it falls into a water region, he may have a disability, even if wealthy, his fortune will not last long, and he may die young.

六癸甲生人，坐子午宮者位至三公。若丙戊寅生人命坐子午宮，則孤單殘疾，雖富貴不久、夭折。丙戊生人，命坐辰戌丑未，與紫微同垣或對居，富貴不小。遇廉貞羊陀火鈴於陷宮，爭鬥疾病。僧道宜之。

Those born in the Gui or Jia years, with the Expenditure star and vanguard star sitting in the Zi or Wu Palace, may attain high official positions up to the rank of the Three Grand Ministers. However, if someone born in the Bing or Wu years or the Yin year has the Life Palace sitting in the Zi or Wu Palace, they will be lonely and may suffer from disabilities. Even if they become wealthy and powerful, their success will not last long, and they may even die young. If someone born in the Bing or Wu years has the Life Palace sitting in the Chen, Xu, Chou, or Wei Palace, and the Emperor star is in the same palace or opposite palace, they will achieve great wealth and status. However, if the Life Palace is in a declining palace and encounters the Lian Zhen, Malefic of injury, Malefic of delay and entanglement, Malefic of violence, or Hidden-fire malefic stars, they will often experience conflicts and illnesses. Such a destiny is more suitable for becoming a monk or a Taoist priest.

女命子午入廟，陷地加殺則殘疾下賤淫慾。

For a female's destiny, if the star Expenditure star and vanguard star is in the position of Zi Palace and Wu Palace where it is in its prime, it indicates good fortune. However, if it is in a weak position and combined with malevolent stars, she may suffer physical disabilities, have a low social status, and be prone to indulgence in lustful desires.

子午宮入廟，丁己癸生人福厚，丙戊生人主困。卯酉宮陷地與廉貞同度，乙辛癸生人利，甲庚丙生人不耐久。辰戌宮旺地，甲癸生人為福。丑未宮旺地與紫微同度，丙戊乙生人財官格。寅申宮得地，甲庚丁己生人財官格。巳亥宮與武曲同度，戊生人福厚。

Pòjūn is in its exalted position in the Zi and Wu palaces, and those born in the years of Ding, Ji, and Gui will have deep blessings. Those born in the years of Bing and Wu will experience difficulties. In the Mao and You palaces, Pòjūn is in a fallen position, and when it shares the palace with Lianzhen, those born in the years of Yi, Xin, and Gui will benefit, while those born in the years of Jia, Geng, and Bing will not last long. In the Chen and Xu palaces, Pòjūn is in a strong position, and those born in the years of Jia and Gui will gain blessings. In the Chou and Wei palaces, Pòjūn is in a strong position and shares the palace with Zǐwēi; those born in the years of Bing, Wu, and Yi will form a harmonious official and wealth pattern. In the Yin and Shen palaces, Pòjūn is in a favorable position, and those born in the years of Jia, Geng, Ding, and Ji will form a harmonious official and wealth pattern. In the Si and Hai palaces, Pòjūn shares the palace with Wǔqū, and those born in the year of Wu will have deep blessings.

破軍入男命吉凶訣：破軍七殺與貪狼，入廟英雄不可當，關羽命逢為上將，庶人富足置田莊。破軍子午會文昌，左右雙雙入廟廊，財帛豐盈多慷慨，祿官昭著佐君王。破軍一曜最難當，化祿科權喜異常，若還陷地仍加殺，破祖離宗出遠鄉。破軍不喜在身宮，廉貞火羊陀會凶，不見傷殘定壽夭，只宜僧道度平生。

Pojun, Qishash, and Tanwang stars in their exaltation form a heroic configuration, with an unstoppable momentum; during the Three Kingdoms period, Guan Yu became a top general due to this configuration, and ordinary people encountering it can become wealthy enough to acquire land and estates. If Pojun is in the Zi or Wu palace and combines with Wen Chang, and both Zuo Fu and You Bi are present, one can enter the imperial court: wealth is abundant, one is generous, salary and official rank are prominent, and one can assist the king. Pojun is the most difficult star to deal with; if it is accompanied by Hualu, Huake, and Huaquan, it brings great joy; but if it is in a fallen position and combined with malevolent stars, it will cause the destruction of ancestral property, leaving the family, and one must leave home to go far away. Pojun is not favorable in the body palace; if it combines with Lianzhen, Huoshen, Qingyang, and Tuoluo, it is dangerous: either causing injury or certain death, and it is only suitable for a life as a monk or Taoist.

破軍入女命吉凶訣：破軍子午為入廟，女命逢之福壽昌，性格有能偏出眾，旺夫益子姓名香。破軍女命不宜逢，擎羊加陷便為凶，克害良人非一次，須教悲哭度朝昏。

The star Expenditure star and vanguard star is considered to be in its proper position (入庙) when it is in the Zi palace or the Wu palace. For a woman's chart, encountering this star brings prosperity and longevity. Her character is capable and outstanding, able to enhance her husband's fortune and benefit her children, and she will have a good reputation. However, Expenditure star and vanguard star is generally not suitable for a woman's chart. If it is accompanied by Malefic of injury and is in a weakened position (落陷), it becomes ainauspicious sign. This can cause repeated harm to her husband and she will have to spend her days crying from morning till night.

破軍入限吉凶訣：破軍入限要推詳，廟地方知福祿昌，更遇文昌同魁鉞，限臨此地極風光。破軍入限細推詳，廟地無凶少損傷，殺湊破軍防破耗，更防妻子自身亡。破軍主限多濃血，失脫乖張不可說，更值女人主孝服，血光產難災殃節。

When the Expenditure star and vanguard star enter the limit, careful analysis is needed: if it falls in a favorable position, one will know prosperity and blessings will flourish; if it also meets the Star of examinations and documents and the Yang Benefactor and Yin Benefactor, the limit's journey to this position will be extremely prosperous. When the Expenditure star and vanguard star enter the limit, further detailed analysis is still required: in a favorable position, there is no evil, and loss is minimal; if there are malevolent stars combining with the Expenditure star and vanguard star, one should be cautious of financial loss and expenditure, and also beware of the death of wife and children or even one's own demise. The limit governed by the Expenditure star and vanguard star often brings ailments and blood disorders, as well as losses, omissions, and disorderly situations that are endless; if a woman's limit reaches this, she will mainly have to wear mourning clothes, facing blood-related calamities and dangers during childbirth.

文昌金，南北斗，乃文魁星，眉目清秀分明，機巧多學多能，會陽梁祿存財官昭卓，富貴聲揚，陷地先難後易，加擎羊火鈴巧藝之人，陷地獨守加殺帶疾，亦能延壽，旺有暗痣，陷有斑痕。女命入廟平常，加吉曜富貴，陷地遇羊火巨機殺忌，則下賤淫娼使婢。

The star Wen Chang (Star of examinations and documents) belongs to the metal element and is associated with both the northern and southern celestial poles. It governs literary fortune and is represented by the brilliant star Qiu Star. People with this star are characterized by clear and distinct features, sharp intelligence, and versatility in learning. When combined with the Sun, Tian Liang, and Lu Cun stars, they achieve great wealth, official positions, and fame. If this star falls in a weak position, initial difficulties are followed by ease. If further combined with Qing Yang, Fire Star, and Ling Xing, they rely on their skills for a living. If the star is in a weak position and is alone with malevolent stars, they may suffer from illness, but this can also extend their lifespan. When strong, they have a hidden birthmark on their body; when weak, they have blemishes. For women, if the Star of examinations and documents star is in a strong position, it is ordinary, but with auspicious stars, they achieve wealth and status. However, if the star is weak and combined with Qing Yang, Fire Star, Ju Men, Tian Ji, Qi Sha, and Huo Ji, they may become lowly prostitutes or servants.

寅午戌宮得地，丁己甲庚生人財官格。申子辰宮得地，癸甲庚生人貴格。巳酉丑宮入廟，乙戊辛生人大貴。亥卯未宮利益，乙戊生人財官格。

The Star of Examinations and Documents is in a favorable position in the three palaces of Yin, Wu, and Xu, and those born in the years of Ding, Ji, Jia, and Geng are said to have the wealth and official position pattern. In the three palaces of Shen, Zi, and Chen, those born in the years of Ji, Jia, and Geng are considered to belong to a distinguished and noble pattern. In the three palaces of Si, You, and Chou, the Star of Examinations and Documents is in its temple position, and those born in the years of Yi, Wu, and Xin will achieve great distinction. In the three palaces of Hai, Mao, and Wei, the Star of Examinations and Documents is in a beneficial position, and those born in the years of Yi and Wu are said to have the wealth and official position pattern.

文昌入男命吉凶訣：文昌坐命旺宮臨，志大財高抵萬金，文藝精華心壯大，須教平步上青雲。文昌守命亦非常，限不夭傷福壽長，只怕限沖逢火忌，須教夭折帶刑傷。

When the Star of Examinations and Documents is in the Life Palace and occupies a strong position, the person has grand ambitions, and their wealth is equivalent to ten thousand taels of silver. Their literary talent and skills are refined, their aspirations are vast, and they are sure to rise to prominence. The presence of the Star of Examinations and Documents in the Life Palace is not ordinary: as long as the life span and destiny are not harmed or damaged, their fortune and longevity will be long. However, if the life span and destiny are affected by conflicts, and they also encounter the Malefic of Violence and the evil influence of the Five Elements, they may suffer premature death or be afflicted by injuries.

文昌入女命吉凶訣：女人身命值文昌，秀麗清奇福更長，紫府對沖三合照，管教富貴著霞裳。文昌女命遇廉貞，陷地擎羊火忌星，若不為娼終壽夭，偏房猶得主人輕。

For a woman's body palace and Life palace encountering the Star of Examinations and Documents, her appearance is elegant and unusual, and her fortune lasts longer. If the Emperor star and Treasury star are in the opposite palace or in the three surrounding palaces, she will certainly achieve wealth and honor, wearing a silk robe and embroidered veil. However, if a woman's Star of Examinations and Documents meets the star of Integrity and Righteousness and is in a declining position, encountering the Malefic of Injury, the Malefic of Violence, and a change of ill fortune, she will not become a prostitute but will still have a short life. Even if she becomes a concubine, she will still be looked down upon by her master.

文昌入限吉凶訣：文昌之星最為清，斗數之中第二星，若遇太歲與二限，士人值此占科名。限遇文昌不得地，更有羊陀火鈴忌，官非口舌破家財，未免刑傷多晦滯。

The star of examinations and documents is the most refined and noble among the stars in the system of destiny calculation, ranking second among all the stars. If both the current year's sovereign star and the major and minor limits encounter this star, scholars may attain success in imperial examinations during that year. However, if the limit or destiny encounters the star of examinations and documents but it is not in a favorable position, and there are also the malefic of injury, the malefic of delay and entanglement, the malefic of violence, the hidden-fire malefic, and the affliction of obstacles, there will be legal disputes, verbal conflicts, financial losses, and unavoidable injuries, with everything being obscure and obstructed.

文曲水，北斗，司科甲星。與文昌逢吉主科第，單居身命更逢惡殺湊合，無名便佞之人，喜六甲生人居巳酉丑宮，侯伯官貴。與貪狼火星同垣三合者，將相之命。武貞羊殺破狼，居陷地則喪命夭折，若與同梁武曲會旺宮，聰明果決，如羊陀火鈴沖破，只宜空門。旺有暗痣，陷有斑痕。女命入廟清秀，陷地與巨火忌機會，及貪狼破軍同垣沖破，則孤寒下賤淫慾論。

The star Wen Qu (Star of talent and eloquence) belongs to the Five Phases of water and is part of the Big Dipper. It governs success in imperial examinations. When Star of talent and eloquence meets auspicious stars, it indicates success in exams. However, if it is alone in the body or destiny palace and meets malevolent stars, the person will be without reputation but skillful in flattery. Star of talent and eloquence prefers those born in the year of Jia (甲) to be in the palace of Si (巳), You (酉), or Chou (丑), which can lead to high official positions. If Star of talent and eloquence is in the same palace or trines with Star of romance and desire and Malefic of violence, it indicates a destiny of high officials. If it meets Wealth star and general star, Lian Zhen, Malefic of injury, General star and star of severity, Expenditure star and vanguard star, Star of romance and desire and is in a declining position, it may result in early death. If it joins with Star of blessings, Shelter star and longevity star, Wealth star and general star in a strong position, the person is intelligent and decisive. If it is broken by Malefic of injury, Malefic of delay and entanglement, Malefic of violence, Hidden-fire malefic, then the person is better suited for a religious life. When strong, there is a hidden birthmark on the body; when weak, there are blemishes. For women, Star of talent and eloquence in a strong position indicates a refined appearance; if it is in a weak position and joins with Dark star and star of speech, Malefic of violence, Hua Ji, Star of wisdom and adaptability, or is in the same palace as Star of romance and desire and Expenditure star and vanguard star and is broken, it indicates a life of hardship, low status, and indulgence.

寅宮和平，午戌陷地，甲庚生人財官格。申子辰宮得地，丁癸辛生人福厚。巳酉丑宮入廟，辛生人遇紫微同宮大富貴格。亥卯未宮旺地，丙壬戊生人財官格。

The star of talent and eloquence is of average strength in the Yin Palace, and it is considered a fallen position in theWu Palace andXu Palace, suitable for those born in the year of Jia or Geng, who form a harmonious wealth and officialdom pattern. In the Shen, Zi, and Chen Palace, it is in a favorable position, benefiting those born in the year of Ding, Gui, or Xin, who enjoy deep blessings. In the Si, You, and Chou Palace, it is in its temple position, and those born in the year of Xin who encounter the Emperor star in the same palace achieve a great fortune and high status. In the Hai, Mao, and Wei Palace, it is in its strong position, suitable for those born in the year of Bing, Ren, or Wu, who form a harmonious wealth and officialdom pattern.

文曲入男命吉凶訣：文曲守命最為良，相貌堂堂志氣昂，士庶逢之應福厚，丈夫得此受金章。文曲守垣逢火忌，不喜三方惡殺聚，此人雖巧口能言，惟在空門可遇貴。

The presence of the Star of Talent and Eloquence in the Life Palace is most favorable: one has a dignified appearance and lofty aspirations; both scholars and commoners will receive deep blessings. Men with this configuration may attain high official rank. However, if the Star of Talent and Eloquence is in the palace and meets the Malefic of Violence and the transformed Hua Ji, it is most unfavorable. Also, this configuration dislikes the gathering of evil stars from the three directions. Although such people are eloquent and skilled in speech, they can only meet the Nobleman in empty places.

文曲入女命吉凶訣：女人命裡逢文曲，相貌清奇多有福，聰明伶俐不尋常，有殺偏房也淫慾。

A woman's destiny encountering the Star of Talent and Eloquence indicates an unusual appearance, abundant fortune, intelligence, and sharpness, differing from ordinary people. If a malevolent star is present alongside, even if she becomes a concubine, she may still indulge in excessive desires.

文曲入限吉凶訣：二限相逢文曲星，士庶斯年須發福，更添左右會天同，財祿滔滔為上局。文曲限遇廉陀羊，陷地非災惹禍殃，更兼命裡星辰弱，須知此歲入泉鄉。

In the year when the Great Limit and the Small Limit both meet the Star of Talent and Eloquence, scholars and common people will both experience good fortune. If further aided by the Auxiliary Auspicious Stars and the Star of Blessings, wealth and official rank will flow continuously, forming an excellent pattern. However, if the limit or fortune of the Star of Talent and Eloquence meets the stars of Lian Zhen, Malefic of delay and entanglement, and Malefic of injury, and falls in a declining position, it will either bring disaster or misfortune. If the native's main star is already weak, there may be a risk to life and death, leading to the afterlife.

左輔土，南北斗善星，佐帝令尤佳，若府相機昌貪狼武曲會，再加右弼同垣，富貴不小，財官雙美，若見羊陀火忌中局，旺宮有暗痣，三殺如陷地加巨門七殺天機下局。女命會吉星旺夫益子，僧道清潔。

Left Fu is of the Earth element and is a benevolent star among the Northern and Southern Stars, assisting the Emperor Star in issuing commands, which is especially auspicious. If it combines with Treasury star and command star, Seal star and star of livelihood, Star of wisdom and adaptability, Star of examinations and documents, Star of romance and desire, and Wealth star and general star, and is also joined by Right Bi in the same palace, wealth and official rank will be great. If it meets Malefic of injury, Malefic of delay and entanglement, Malefic of violence, and Hua Ji, it is only of medium quality; people born in a strong palace will have a dark mole on their body. If three malevolent stars fall into a weak palace, and are combined with Dark star and star of speech, General star and star of severity, and Star of wisdom and adaptability, it becomes a poor quality pattern. For women, if Left Fu meets auspicious stars, it can enhance their husband's fortune and benefit their children; if they become monks or Taoists, they will maintain purity and self-discipline.

左輔入男命吉凶訣：左輔尊星能降福，風流敦厚通今古，紫府祿權貪武會，文官武職多清貴。羊陀火鈴三方照，縱有財官非吉兆，廉貞破巨更來沖，若不傷殘終是夭。

The star Left Auxiliary is a noble star capable of bringing blessings: it endows a person with a refined and sincere nature, and broad knowledge of both ancient and modern times. When this star joins with the Emperor star, the Treasury star, and the transformed wealth and power stars, as well as the Star of Romance and the Wealth and General stars, whether in civil or military positions, the person tends to be upright and achieve high status. However, if the Malefic of Injury, the Malefic of Delay and Entanglement, the Malefic of Violence, and the Hidden-fire Malefic appear in the three directions, even if there is wealth, official position, and fortune, it is not a good omen. If the Dark star, the Expenditure star, and the Star of Speech further conflict, it may result in injury, and ultimately lead to an early death.

左輔入女命吉凶訣：女命左輔主賢豪，能幹能為又氣高，更與紫微天府合，金冠封贈過滔滔。火陀相會不為良，七殺破軍壽不長，只可偏房方富足，聰明得寵過時光。

For a woman's chart, if it includes Left Auxiliary, she is virtuous, generous, capable, and ambitious. If it also combines with the Emperor Star and the Treasury Star, she will receive imperial honors and wear a golden crown, enjoying abundant blessings. However, if it combines with the Malefic of Violence and the Malefic of Delay and Entanglement, it is not good. If further combined with the General Star and the Expenditure Star, her lifespan will be short. Such a person can only achieve wealth and comfort by being a secondary wife, relying on her intelligence to gain favor and pass the time.

左輔入限吉凶訣：左輔限行福氣深，常人富足累千金，官員更得科權照，職位高遷佐聖君。左輔之星入限來，不宜殺湊主悲哀，火鈴空劫來相湊，財破人亡事事哀。

The auspicious star Left Assistant brings deep fortune in the period it governs: common people become wealthy enough to accumulate thousands of gold, while officials gain the influence of Huake and Huaquan, leading to promotion and assisting a wise ruler. When Left Assistant enters the limit, it is not suitable for malefic stars to join, as that would bring sorrow. If malefics such as Fire Star, Hidden-Fire Star, Void Malefic, and Plunder Malefic all join together, it results in financial loss and loss of life, with everything being lamentable.

右弼水，南北斗善星，佐帝令。入廟厚重清秀耿直，心懷寬恕好施濟，有機謀。諸宮降福，居四墓尤佳，若會紫微天府天相昌曲，終身福厚。若與諸殺同纏及羊陀火鈴忌沖合者僅主福薄亦不為凶，惟有斑痕暗痣或傷殘帶疾。女命會吉星旺夫益子，僧道清潔。

The star Right Minister belongs to the Water element and is a benevolent star among the Northern and Southern Stars, assisting the Emperor Star in issuing commands. Those who possess this star are upright, steady, and refined, with a broad and kind heart, willing to help others. They are also resourceful. This star brings blessings to all twelve palaces, especially when located in the four earth palaces: Chen, Xu, Chou, and Wei. If it combines with the Emperor Star, Treasury Star, Seal Star, Star of Examinations, and Star of Talent, the person will enjoy deep and lasting blessings. However, if it is in the same palace as malevolent stars or is affected by the Malefic of Injury, Malefic of Delay, Malefic of Violence, Hidden-Fire Malefic, or the Evil Influence, the blessings will be limited and not considered harmful. It may only result in minor physical marks or disabilities. For women, the presence of Right Minister brings good fortune to their husbands and children; for those who become monks or Taoists, it signifies purity and self-discipline.

右弼入男命吉凶訣：右弼天機上宰星，命逢重厚最聰明，若無火忌羊陀會，加吉財官冠世英。右弼尊星入命宮，若還殺湊主常庸，羊陀空劫三方湊，須知帶疾免災凶。

Right Bi and Tian Ji are both high-ranking ministers assisting the sovereign. If they appear in a person's destiny, they indicate a steady and sincere nature with exceptional intelligence. If there are no Mars, transformed inauspiciousness, Qing Yang, or Duo Luo stars joining, and if good stars are present, wealth, status, and official positions can surpass the world. When Right Bi enters the Life Palace, if it combines with malevolent stars, the person tends to be ordinary. If Qing Yang, Duo Luo, Di Kong, and Di Jie appear in the three directions, one must know that suffering from illness can avoid greater calamities.

右弼入限吉凶訣：右弼入限最為榮，入財興旺必多能，官員遷擢僧道喜，士子攻書必顯名。右弼主限遇凶星，掃盡家資百不成，士遭傷敗奴欺主，更教家破主伶仃。

Right Bi entering the limit brings great honor and prominence: income and sources of wealth flourish, and people are certainly endowed with many talents; officials receive promotions, monks and Taoists are happy, and scholars who study diligently will certainly gain recognition. However, if the limit governed by Right Bi encounters malevolent stars, family property is completely ruined, and all affairs fail: scholars suffer setbacks, servants oppress their masters, and even the family may be destroyed, leaving the master alone and destitute.

祿存土，北斗司爵貴星。老成持重心慈耿直，有機變多學多能，命遇主富貴，文人有聲名，諸宮降福消災，逢諸殺棄祖重拜父母。喜紫府相同梁日月及武曲同宮為妙，單守命身，看財之奴。怕空劫火鈴沖照則為下局，巧藝多精之人，陷地減福。在命宮官祿田宅為福。女命清白秀麗，有男子之志。

"Luxun" belongs to the Earth element and is the star in the Big Dipper that governs rank and honor. People with this star are mature and steady, benevolent and upright in heart, skilled at adapting to situations, and knowledgeable in many areas. When this star appears in a person's fate, it signifies wealth and honor. For scholars, it brings fame. It brings blessings and removes misfortunes in all houses. If it is accompanied by many malevolent stars, the person should abandon ancestral occupations and revere their parents anew. It is most favorable when it shares the same palace with Ziwei, Tianfu, Tianxiang, Tian Tong, Tianliang, Taiyang, Taiyin, and Wugui; this is the best combination. If it is alone in the palace of destiny or body, it is merely a servant who guards wealth. It fears being attacked by Dikong, Dijie, Huoxing, and Lingxing, which would bring it into a lower fate, making the person skilled in many arts. If it falls in a declining position, its blessings will decrease. Luxun in the palace of destiny, official rank, and property indicates fortune. For women, Luxun signifies purity, beauty, and a spirit of ambition similar to that of men.

祿存入男命吉凶訣：人生若遇祿存星，性格剛強百事成，官員遷兮昌曲會，滔滔衣祿顯門庭。祿存守命莫逢沖，陀火交加福不全，天機空劫忌相會，空門僧道得清閒。

When a person meets the Wealth-salary star, their character is strong and determined, and they can accomplish many things. Officials who receive this star may be promoted. If it combines with Star of examinations and documents and Star of talent and eloquence stars, their wealth, food, and official positions will flow continuously, bringing glory to their family. The Wealth-salary star in the Life Palace is most unfavorable when it is clashed by others. If it is combined with Malefic of delay and entanglement and Malefic of violence, their blessings will be incomplete. If it further combines with Star of wisdom and adaptability, Void malefic, Plunder malefic, and Hua Ji, they may end up becoming monks or Taoists in a quiet place, enjoying a peaceful life.

祿存入女命吉凶訣：女命若遇祿存星，紫府加臨百事寧，更遇同貞相湊合，必然註定是夫人。祿存入命陷宮來，空劫火鈴必為災，若無吉曜來相湊，夫妻分離永不諧。

For a female's destiny, if the Wealth-salary star (Lu Cun) is present, and the Emperor star and Treasury star and command star (Tian Fu) are also present, all affairs will be peaceful and stable. If the Star of blessings and Lianzhen stars are also present, she is destined to become a titled lady. However, if the Wealth-salary star (Lu Cun) is in a declining palace, and the Void malefic, Plunder malefic, Malefic of violence, and Hidden-fire malefic stars are present, it will bring disaster. If no good stars are present to harmonize, the marriage will be broken, and harmony will never be achieved.

祿存入限吉凶訣：祿存主限最為良，作事求謀盡吉祥，仕吏逢之多轉職，庶人遇此足錢糧。祿存主限壽延長，作事營謀萬事昌，更有科權兼左右，定知此限富倉廂。祿存祿主多富足，婚姻嫁娶添嗣續，更兼科祿又同宮，必主榮華享厚福。祿存交馳限步逢，最怕劫空相遇同，更兼太歲惡星沖，限倒其年入墓中。

The limit period governed by Wealth-salary star is the most favorable: all affairs are auspicious, officials often receive promotions and transfers, and common people experience abundance in money and grain. The limit period under Wealth-salary star can prolong life and ensure prosperity in all endeavors. If it is further accompanied by Hua Ke and Hua Quan along with Auxiliary auspicious star and Auxiliary auspicious star, this limit will certainly bring full granaries. As the master of wealth and official rank, Wealth-salary star often indicates wealth and sufficiency, allowing for marriage and family expansion. If it is further combined with Hua Ke and Hua Lu in the same palace, one will certainly achieve honor and prosperity, enjoying great blessings. When the limit period reaches the intersection of Wealth-salary star, it is most dangerous if it meets Plunder malefic and Void malefic at the same time. If the flow year's Tai Sui (sovereign star) and evil stars conflict, the limit period becomes inverted, and in that year, one may die in disgrace.

魁鉞火，即天乙貴人，若人身命逢之，更得諸吉加臨，三合吉星守照，必少年登科及第，逢凶忌不為文章秀士，可為弟子之師，限步逢之必主清高，名成利就。大抵此星若身命逢之，雖不富貴亦主聰明，為人秀麗清白，有威可畏，有儀可象。女命逢吉多為宰相婦，逢凶殺也主富貴。

The stars "Tiankui" and "Tianyue" belong to the Five Phases of fire, which in the destiny texts is referred to as "Tianyi Nobleman." If a person's body palace and Life Palace encounter these stars, and are further supported by many auspicious stars, with favorable stars guarding and illuminating from all directions, they will certainly achieve success at a young age and pass the imperial examinations. If these stars meet malevolent stars and the evil star, although they may not become outstanding scholars, they can still serve as teachers to students; their path will be limited to this point, but they will certainly be noble and upright, achieving fame and success. In general, if these two stars fall into the body palace and Life Palace, even if one does not attain great wealth, they will still indicate intelligence, beautiful appearance, moral integrity, and a dignified presence that commands respect. For women, encountering these stars brings the possibility of becoming the wife of a high-ranking minister; even if they meet malevolent stars, they will still be prosperous and wealthy.

魁鉞入命限吉凶訣：魁鉞命身限遇昌，常人得此足錢糧，官員遇此高遷擢，必定當年面帝王。

If Tian Kui and Tian Yue fall in the Life Palace, Shen Gong, or in the current destiny and fortune, and also meet with Wen Chang, common people will have sufficient money and grain; officials who encounter this will be promoted and appointed, and they will certainly have the opportunity to meet the emperor in the same year.

擎羊火金，北斗浮星，化氣為刑。入廟權貴，身旺形粗破相，剛強果決，好勇鬥狠，機謀狡詐，橫立功名，能奪君子之權，喜西北生人為福，宜命在四墓宮廟地，亦喜四墓生人，會日月男克妻而女剋夫，會昌曲左右有暗痣斑痕，居卯酉陷宮作禍興殃，傷殘帶疾目眇。

"Qingyang" belongs to the element of fire and also metal, and is a floating star among the Big Dipper. Its transformed energy is "punishment." When it is in its proper position, it brings authority and prestige: the person has a strong body, a rough appearance with a disfigured face, a strong and decisive nature, a tendency towards bravery and violence, deep and cunning schemes, and the ability to achieve unexpected success and even seize power from virtuous people. It favors those born in the Northwest direction, as they will gain blessings. It is suitable when the Life Palace (destiny palace) falls in the four burial (burial) positions: Chen, Xu, Chou, and Wei, and also favors those born in the years of the four burial. If it combines with the Sun or the Moon, men will harm their wives and women will harm their husbands. If it combines with Wen Chang, Wen Qu, Zu Fu, or You Bi, there will be dark birthmarks on the body. When it falls in the Mao Palace (Rabbit palace) or You Palace (Rooster palace), which are adverse positions, it brings calamity and misfortune, leading to injuries, illness, and partial blindness in the eyes.

六甲六戊寅申生人守命，主其人孤單，不守祖業，二姓延生，巧藝為活，廉貞火巨忌星陷地同宮，則帶暗疾，或面手足有傷殘，且不善終，一生多招刑禍，否則為僧道。女命入廟權貴，陷地傷夫克子，孤刑破相淫蕩。

Those born in the years of Jia, Wu, Yin, or Shen have the Malefic of Injury sitting in their Life Palace, indicating they are lonely and unable to maintain their ancestral fortune. They must change their surname to survive and rely on their skills for a living. If this star is combined with Lianzhen, Fire Star, Dark Star and Star of Speech, and the transformed evil, all in a declining position in the same palace, they may suffer from hidden illnesses or injuries to their face, hands, or feet, and will not have a good end to their life, facing many legal troubles and misfortunes throughout their lives. Otherwise, they may become monks or Taoist priests. For women, if the Malefic of Injury is in a flourishing position, they may have power and status; but if it is in a declining position, they may harm their husbands, suffer from legal troubles with their children, be lonely and subjected to punishment, have their appearance disfigured, and behave in a licentious manner.

辰戌丑未入廟，亦宜辰戌丑未生人財官格。子午卯酉陷地。

The Malefic of injury is in its proper position when it is in the four palaces of Chen, Xu, Chou, and Wei, and it is also favorable for those born in the years of Chen, Xu, Chou, and Wei, as it can form the wealth and official position pattern. However, it is in a weakened position when it is in the four palaces of Zi, Wu, Mao, and You.

擎羊入男命吉凶訣：祿前一位安擎羊，上將逢之福祿加，更得貴人相守照，兵權萬里壯皇家。擎羊守命性剛強，四墓生人福壽長，若得紫府來會合，須知財穀富倉箱。擎羊一曜落閒宮，陀火沖兮便是凶，更若身命同劫殺，定然夭絕在途中。

The star of injury, Qingyang, is positioned before the Wealth-salary star, Wealth-salary star. When a high-ranking general encounters Qingyang, both fortune and salary increase. If Tianyi Nobleman also governs and supports this, one can command military power over ten thousand li and enhance the royal authority. Those with Qingyang in their Life Palace are strong-willed. Those born in the years of Chen, Xu, Chou, or Wei will have great fortune and long life. If the Emperor star and the Treasury star come to join, their granaries will surely be full. However, if Qingyang is in an idle palace and is attacked by Malefic of delay and entanglement and Malefic of violence, it becomes dangerous. If the body palace and the Life Palace also have Plunder malefic and seven killing stars, they will certainly die prematurely on the way.

擎羊入女命吉凶訣：北斗浮星女命逢，火機巨忌必常庸，三方凶殺兼來湊，不夭終須浪滾濤。

Qingyang, a floating star of the Big Dipper, falling into a woman's chart, combined with the malefic of violence, the star of wisdom and adaptability, the dark star and star of speech, and the transformed evil, indicates that the person will certainly be ordinary and unremarkable. If additional malevolent stars from the three directions come together, it is not necessarily a short life, but ultimately she will be like turbulent waves, drifting uncertainly.

擎羊入男命吉凶訣：擎羊守限細推詳，四墓生人免災殃，若遇紫微昌府會，財官顯達福悠長。天羅地網遇擎羊，二限沖兮禍患戕，若是命中主星弱，定教一疾夢黃泉。擎羊加殺最為凶，二限休教落陷逢，克子刑妻賣田莊，徙流貶配去從戎。

Qingyang guarding the limit should be carefully examined: those born in the years of Chen, Xu, Chou, or Wei can avoid calamities; if they encounter Ziwēi, Wenchang, and Tifu together, they will achieve wealth, official rank, and prosperity, with long-lasting blessings. The Chen palace is Tianluo and the Xu palace is Diwang; if the limit encounters Qingyang here, the major and minor limits clash, causing harm and suffering; if the native's main star is originally weak, they will certainly fall ill and dream of entering the Yellow Spring. Qingyang combined with malevolent stars is especially dangerous; the major and minor limits must not fall into a weak position when encountering it: this will cause harm to sons and wives, sell off fields and estates, suffer exile and demotion, and be conscripted into military service. The original text of this section is still titled "Judgment on Good and Bad Fortune for Male Births," while the three verses discuss matters related to the limits.

陀羅火金，北斗浮星，化氣為忌。入廟身雄形粗，賦性剛強，破相氣高，橫發橫破，不守祖業，為人飄蓬，不作本處居民，作事退悔，有始無終。喜西北生人為福，及四墓生人又坐四墓宮，加吉星眾者為福，會日月忌宿男克妻而女剋夫，加忌且損目，會昌曲左右有暗痣斑痕。

「Tuo Luo」belongs to the element of fire and also metal, and is a floating star among the Big Dipper. Its qi transforms into 'prohibition'. Those born under this star have strong and robust bodies, rough appearances, and strong temperaments. Although they may have disfigured features, their demeanor is lofty. They experience sudden wealth or sudden loss, and are unable to maintain family property. They are like drifting reeds, constantly moving and unwilling to settle in their native land. They start things but often abandon them halfway, lacking perseverance. It favors those born in the Northwest direction, in which case they receive blessings. It is also favorable for those born in the years of the four burial grounds and sitting in the four burial ground palaces, especially when accompanied by many auspicious stars. If this star combines with the Star of Brightness and Prestige, the Wealth Star and Mother Star, and the Prohibition Star, men will harm their wives and women will harm their husbands. If combined with the Prohibition Star again, it may cause eye damage. When combined with the Star of Examinations and Documents, the Star of Talent and Eloquence, the Auxiliary Auspicious Star, and the Auxiliary Auspicious Star, there will be dark moles or marks on the body.

若無正星而獨守命者，孤單棄祖，入贅二姓延生，巧藝為活。若居陷地逢巨殺，必傷妻克子，背六親且傷殘帶疾。僧道吉利，女命內狠外虛，凌夫克子，六親不和又無廉恥。

If the palace of the native's chart has no bright star, and only the malefic of delay and entanglement guards the Life Palace alone, the person will be lonely, abandoned by ancestors, have to marry into another family and change their surname to survive, relying on skills for a living. If it falls in a declining position and meets the dark star and star of speech, and the general star and star of severity, it will certainly injure the wife, harm the children, be estranged from the six relations, and suffer from injuries and illness. Becoming a monk or Taoist is more favorable. For a female native, the malefic of delay and entanglement indicates a harsh and cruel heart, but a superficial appearance, bullying the husband, injuring the children, being estranged from the six relations, and lacking shame.

辰戌丑未入廟，亦宜辰戌丑未生人利益。寅申巳亥陷地。

Tuo Luo is in its exalted position in the four palaces of Chen, Xu, Chou, and Wei, and it is also favorable for those born in the years of Chen, Xu, Chou, and Wei, as it benefits them. However, it is in a fallen position in the four palaces of Yin, Shen, Si, and Hai.

陀羅入男命吉凶訣：陀羅命內坐中存，更喜人生四墓中，再得紫微昌府合，財祿豐盈遠播名。陀羅在陷不堪聞，口舌官非一世侵，財散人離人孤獨，所為所作不如心。

Tuo Luo is seated in the Life Palace, and it is even more favorable for the native to be born in the years of Chen, Xu, Chou, or Wei, the four burial years. If further aided by the conjunction of Ziwei, Wenchang, and Tifu, wealth and official rank will be abundant, and reputation will spread far and wide. However, when Tuo Luo is in a fallen position, it is truly lamentable: disputes and legal troubles will trouble the whole life, wealth will be completely spent, relatives will depart, leaving the native alone and isolated, with nothing in life that brings satisfaction.

陀羅入女命吉凶訣：陀羅一曜女命逢，遇吉加臨淫蕩容，凶殺三方相照破，須防相別主人翁。

The star Tuo Luo, when falling on a woman's chart, even with auspicious stars accompanying it, may still lead to a tendency towards licentiousness. If malevolent stars are present in the three directions and clash with it, one should beware of separation from the husband.

陀羅入限吉凶訣：限遇陀羅事亦多，必然忍耐要謙和，若無吉曜同相會，須教一夢入南柯。夾身夾命有陀羊，火鈴空劫又來傷，天祿不逢生旺地，刑妻克子不為良。

When the limit of fortune meets the malefic of delay and entanglement, there will be many matters to deal with, and one must endure and be humble towards others. If there are no auspicious stars to illuminate together, one may fall into a dream of southern mulberry, and life and death may be in danger. If the malefic of delay and entanglement and the malefic of injury enclose the body palace and the Life palace, and the malefic of violence, hidden-fire malefic, void malefic, and plunder malefic also add harm, and the wealth-salary star does not fall in a favorable or thriving position, then one may suffer from punishment towards the wife and injury to the children, and this is not a good fate.

火星，南斗浮星。性剛強出眾，唇齒四肢有傷，毛髮有異，形容各別。諸宮不美，惟貪狼廟旺同度，指日立邊功，為財官格，利東南生人不利西北生人，及喜寅卯巳午生人為禍較輕，更與擎羊同垣，則襁褓災厄，孤克下局，只宜過房由外家寄養，或重拜父母方可。女命心毒內狠外虛狡詐，凌夫克子，不守婦道，多是非，淫慾下賤。

The star "Huo Xing" (Malefic of Violence) is a wandering star in the Southern Dipper. People with this star are strong-willed, outstanding, and different from others. They are prone to injuries to their lips, teeth, and limbs, and their hair is different from that of ordinary people. Their appearance is unique. When "Huo Xing" is in any palace, it is not favorable. However, if it is in the same palace as the strong and prosperous "Tan Lang" (Star of Romance and Desire), they can achieve military success in a short time at the border, forming a noble official destiny. It is beneficial for those born in the Southeast direction, but unfavorable for those born in the Northwest. It is also favorable for those born in the years of Yin, Mao, Si, or Wu, as the harm is less severe. If "Huo Xing" is also in the same palace as "Qing Yang" (Malefic of Injury), there will be misfortune from birth, leading to isolation and conflicts, forming a low-ranking destiny. They should be adopted by others, raised by the maternal family, or re-acknowledge parents to improve their fate. For women, "Huo Xing" indicates a harsh and cruel heart, being internally fierce and outwardly deceitful, bullying their husbands, harming their children, and being unfaithful. They are involved in many disputes, indulge in lust, and have a low social status.

寅午戌人宜，申子辰人陷災吝困頓，巳酉丑人得地吉，亥卯未人利益，吉多發福。

The Malefic of violence is favorable to those born in the years of Yin, Wu, and Xu; those born in the years of Shen, Zi, and Chen are in a fallen position, often encountering misfortunes and difficulties; those born in the years of Si, You, and Chou are in a favorable position, indicating good fortune; and those born in the years of Hai, Mao, and Wei are in a position of benefit. If there are many auspicious stars, they can bring about blessings.

火星入限吉凶訣：火星得地限宮逢，喜氣盈門百事通，仕宦逢之皆發福，常人得此財豐隆。火星一宿最乖張，無事官災鬧一場，克害六親應不免，破財艱苦免恓惶。

The Malefic of violence is in a favorable position and meets the limit palace, bringing joy to the household and smoothness in all affairs. Officials who encounter this will prosper, while common people will have abundant sources of wealth. However, this star mansion is most capricious: it can cause unexpected lawsuits and misfortunes, inevitably harming the Six Relations, leading to financial loss and hardship, and resulting in constant anxiety.

鈴星火，南斗浮星。性毒形神破相，膽大出眾，宜寅午戌人權貴，亦利東南生人限行福厚，西北生人限行成敗，雖富貴亦不耐久，入廟遇貪狼武曲，威鎮邊夷，更會紫府左右不貴即富，如居陷地夭折破相延壽，或離祖重拜父母。女命性剛背六親，傷夫克子，遇吉始能豐足。

The star Ling Xing belongs to the element of fire and is a floating star in the Southern Dipper. People with this star are cruel and vicious, often have physical deformities, and are bold and fearless. It is favorable for those born in the years of Yin, Wu, or Xu, as they will hold power and prestige. It is also beneficial for those born in the Southeast direction, who will receive deep blessings during their life span; however, those born in the Northwest direction may experience both success and failure, and even if they become wealthy, their prosperity will not last long. If Ling Xing is in its proper position and meets the stars Tan Lang, Wu Qu, it can command respect from distant tribes. If it also joins with Zi Wei, Tian Fu, Zuo Fu, and You Bi, they will not be wealthy but will be prosperous. If Ling Xing is in an unfavorable position, the person may die young, but having a physical deformity may prolong life, or they may leave their family and re-acknowledge their parents. For women, Ling Xing indicates a strong and stubborn nature, which may cause conflict with relatives and harm their husband and children. They will only have sufficient food and clothing if they meet auspicious stars.

鈴星入限吉凶訣：限至鈴星事若何，貪狼相遇福還多，更加入廟逢諸吉，富貴聲揚處處歌。鈴星一宿不可當，守臨二限必癲狂，若無吉曜來相照，未免招災惹禍殃。

When the destiny reaches the Bell Star, what is the situation? If it meets the Star of Romance and Desire, there will be considerable fortune; if it is in its proper position and accompanied by other auspicious stars, then wealth and fame will be achieved, and the name will be widely praised. The Bell Star is a powerful star: if it governs the major and minor limits, the person will certainly become erratic and abnormal; if there are no auspicious stars to support it, misfortune and calamity are inevitable.

火鈴二星入男命吉凶訣：火鈴二曜居廟地，貪狼紫府宜相會，為人性急有威權，鎮壓鄉邦終有貴。火鈴在命落閒宮，西北生人作事庸，破盡家財終不久，須教帶疾免災凶。

The stars Mars and Bell are located in their native place; they are suitable to be combined with the stars of Desire, the Emperor, and Treasury. Such people are impetuous and authoritative, capable of subduing their local area, and eventually attain high status. If Mars and Bell are located in the Life Palace but in a leisurely palace, those born in the Northwest will be mediocre in their actions, exhaust their family wealth, and ultimately not last long. They must suffer from illness to avoid greater calamities.

火鈴二星入女命吉凶訣：火鈴之星入命來，貪狼相會得和諧，三方無殺諸般美，坐守香閨得遂懷。火鈴二曜最難當，女命逢之必刑傷，若遇三方加殺湊，須防目下入泉鄉。

The fortune song about the malefic of violence and hidden-fire malefic entering a woman's Life Palace says: When the malefic of violence and hidden-fire malefic enter a woman's Life Palace, if they meet with the star of romance and desire, they will be harmonious and compatible; as long as there are no evil stars in the three directions and four cardinal positions (the opposite palace and the two triple-harmony palaces), everything will be perfect, allowing her to live comfortably in her chamber and have her heart's desires fulfilled. The malefic of violence and hidden-fire malefic are inherently difficult to bear; if a woman's chart contains these stars, it will inevitably lead to injuries and harm—harming her husband and children, and herself suffering from many illnesses; if evil stars also appear in the three directions, one must beware of imminent danger to life and possibly dying young.

火鈴二星入限吉凶訣：火鈴二星事若何，貪狼相會福還多，更加吉曜多權柄，富貴聲揚處處歌。火鈴限陷血濃侵，失脫尋常不可尋，口舌官災應不免，須防無妄禍來臨。

The fortune song about the malefic of violence and hidden-fire malefic entering the major and minor limits: When the malefic of violence and hidden-fire malefic reach the limit, what does it indicate? If they meet with the star of romance and desire, fortune will be even greater; if further joined by auspicious stars, one can wield power, achieve wealth and honor, and be widely praised. However, if the malefic of violence and hidden-fire malefic are in the limit of decline, it indicates suffering from wounds and blood disorders, ordinary lost items may never be recovered, disputes over words and legal troubles are inevitable, and one must also beware of unexpected misfortunes suddenly arising (「wu wang」refers to unexpected disasters coming from outside one's own actions).

地劫火，乃劫殺之神，性惡作事疏狂，動靜增惡，不行正道，為邪僻之事，有吉禍輕，三方四正加殺多者夭壽論。女命只可為偏房妓婢而已。

"Ground Plunder" belongs to the Fire element and is a malevolent spirit in charge of plunder and warfare. It has a fierce and cruel nature, acting recklessly and unrestrainedly. Its movements and stillness both contribute to evil outcomes, refusing to follow the righteous path and instead engaging in perverse and improper actions. If there are auspicious stars accompanying it in the destiny chart, the calamities will be relatively mild; however, if many malevolent stars join it from the three directions and four cardinal points, it should be interpreted as causing early death and short lifespan. A woman's destiny solely dominated by "Ground Plunder" will result in her being a concubine in another man's household or ending up as a prostitute or servant all her life.

地劫入命吉凶訣：地劫從來生發疾，命中相遇多啾唧，若遇羊火在其中，辛苦持家防內室。

The fortune song about the malefic of plunder entering the Life Palace (Life Palace): This star is usually associated with causing illness; if it appears in the Life Palace, one will experience continuous minor illnesses and troubles throughout life (「啾唧」refers to trivial ailments and annoyances); if the Life Palace also contains the malefic of injury and the malefic of violence, one will have to work hard to maintain the household and also be cautious of disturbances among family members, especially the wife and other female relatives.

地劫入限吉凶訣：劫星二限若相逢，未免當年有禍危，太歲殺臨多疾厄，官符星遇有官符。

When the Plunder malefic star meets the great limit or small limit, that year is bound to have misfortune and danger; if the current year's sovereign star also brings malevolent stars to this palace, there will be more illness and calamity; if it also meets the Guanfu star, it will bring disaster related to official documents and lawsuits, and indeed one will have to face legal trouble.

天空乃空亡之神，性惡作事虛空，不行正道，成敗多端不聚財，退祖榮昌，空多不吉，名曰斷橋，有吉禍輕，四殺加少者平常論，多者下賤。太歲二限遇逢，有正曜星加吉者平安，經云：項羽英雄，限到天空而喪國。女命單守只可為偏房妓婢。

"The Star of Emptiness" is a malevolent spirit that governs the concept of "Kongwang" (void). It has a fierce nature, leading to empty endeavors, deviation from the right path, and repeated success and failure throughout life. It causes the inability to retain wealth and the decline of ancestral prosperity and achievements. Those with many "Kongwang" stars in their destiny are considered inauspicious, a configuration known as "Discontinued Bridge" — the road is cut off, the bridge collapsed, and progress is impossible at this point. If auspicious stars are present alongside, the calamity is less severe. If the four malevolent stars — "Malefic of Injury," "Malefic of Delay and Entanglement," "Malefic of Violence," and "Hidden-fire Malefic" — are combined with "Kongwang," those with fewer combinations are treated as ordinary people, but those with more combinations are likely to have a low social status. When the "Star of Emptiness" coincides with the current year's Tai Sui (Supreme Elder) and the major and minor life periods, if the native's main star in the native's palace is proper and combined with auspicious stars, safety can be maintained. An ancient text says: even a hero like Xiang Yu, when his life period reaches "Kongwang," ends up losing his country and dying. A woman with only "Kongwang" in her destiny can only be a concubine, a courtesan, or a servant.

天空入命吉凶訣：命坐天空定出家，文昌天相實堪誇，若逢四殺同身命，受蔭承恩福可佳。

The fortune song about the star Sky Void entering the Life Palace says: Those with the Sky Void star in their Life Palace are likely to become monks or practitioners. If the stars Star of examinations and documents and Seal star and star of livelihood are also in the same palace, it is truly commendable. However, if the four malefic stars Malefic of injury, Malefic of delay and entanglement, Malefic of violence, and Hidden-fire malefic appear together with the Life Palace and Body Palace, they can instead inherit ancestral blessings and receive favors, resulting in good fortune still.

天空入限吉凶訣：天空入限破田莊，妻子須防有損傷，財帛不惟多敗失，更憂壽命入泉鄉。

The Star of Emptiness entering the major and minor limits indicates a song of fortune and misfortune: When the Star of Emptiness reaches the limit, it signifies the destruction of fields, property, and home, and one must also beware of harm to wife and children; not only will wealth be frequently lost, but one should also worry about the preservation of life, fearing to enter the Yellow Spring.

地劫天空同入限吉凶訣：極居卯酉劫空臨，為僧為道福興隆，樂享山林有師號，福壽雙全到古齡。劫空二限最乖張，夫子在陳也絕糧，項羽英雄曾喪國，綠珠逢此墜樓亡。

When the stars Plunder malefic (Plunder malefic) and Star of emptiness (Star of emptiness) appear together in the major and minor limits, the fortune song says: If the Emperor star (Zi Wei) is seated in the Mao or You palace, and both Plunder malefic and Star of emptiness arrive, such a person may become a monk or a Taoist, yet will have great fortune, be able to live comfortably in seclusion in the mountains, and even be granted a title by the court, achieving both longevity and happiness, living until an old age. However, when Plunder malefic and Star of emptiness reach the major and minor limits, the situation becomes extremely abnormal and inauspicious: Confucius was once trapped in the state of Chen, suffering from food shortages (as recorded in the Analects of Confucius, Book of Wei Linggong), and even a hero like Xiang Yu lost his kingdom because of such an astrological condition. Similarly, the beloved concubine Lü Zhu of Shi Chong in the Jin Dynasty died by falling from a tower when she encountered such a limit (as recorded in the Book of Jin, Biography of Shi Chong).

天傷水，乃虛耗之神，守臨二限遇太歲，不問得地，只要眾星吉方可獲善，若無正星又值羊火巨機，必主官災喪服破財，橫事相侵，夫子絕糧限到天傷。

The star "Tian Shang" belongs to the Water element and is in charge of depletion and loss. When it is in the major or minor limits and coincides with the flow year and major age, one does not need to consider whether it is in a favorable palace. Only when all the accompanying stars are auspicious can a good result be achieved. If the palace lacks the main star and encounters Qing Yang, Fire Star, Ju Men, or Tian Ji, it will inevitably lead to legal troubles, family mourning, financial loss, and continuous unexpected disturbances. Confucius' experience of facing a food shortage in the state of Chen was caused by the influence of Tian Shang.

天使水，乃傳使之星，務審人間禍福之由，若二限太歲俱臨，有吉星眾者禍輕，若無正星又值巨機羊火，則官災喪亡，橫事破家。

The star "Tian Shi" belongs to the Water element. It is the star of the messenger of illness, and is responsible for overseeing the causes of human misfortunes and blessings. If both the major and minor periods coincide with this star and are accompanied by many auspicious stars, the calamities will be mild. However, if this star appears in the native's palace without a main star, and is joined by the stars Ju Men, Tian Ji, Qing Yang, or Hua Xing, it indicates legal troubles, disasters, and loss, with sudden changes that can ruin the family.

天傷天使入限吉凶訣：天耗守限號天傷，夫子在陳也絕糧，天使限臨人共忌，石崇豪富破家亡。

The auspicious and inauspicious verses about the stars Tian Shang and Tian Shi entering the major and minor limits: when a star causing depletion and injury is in the limit, it is called Tian Shang. This was the limit that Confucius encountered when he was trapped in the state of Chen and faced a food shortage. When Tian Shi enters the limit, it is universally feared. Even a wealthy man like Shi Chong of the Jin dynasty suffered ruin and death when he reached this limit.

天馬火，最喜會祿存，極忌截路空亡。如命在辰戌丑未，遇寅申巳亥有天馬在夫妻宮，加吉會者富貴，加殺不美，加權祿照臨，必主男為官，女封贈。

"The Star of Movement (天马) belongs to the element of Fire and is most favorable when it meets the Wealth-Salary Star (禄存) (known as 'Lü Ma Jiao Chi'). It is highly inauspicious when it falls in the area of Blockage (截路) or Void (空亡). For example, if the命宫 (Destiny Palace) is located in the four墓宫 (grave palaces) of Chen, Xu, Chou, or Wei, and the four马宫 (horse palaces) of Yin, Shen, Si, or Hai happen to be the夫妻宫 (marriage palace), and there is also the Star of Movement: if it combines with auspicious stars, it indicates wealth and honor; if it combines with malevolent stars, it is not favorable. If there are also the transformations of authority (化权) and wealth (化禄) shining upon it, it certainly indicates that a man will serve in official positions, while a woman will receive imperial honors and titles."

天馬入限吉凶訣：天馬臨限最為良，紫府祿存遇非常，官宦逢之應顯達，士人遇此赴科場。天馬守限不得住，又怕劫空來相遇，更兼太歲坐宮中，限到其人尋死路。

The rhyme about the fortune of the Star of Movement entering the major and minor limits: When the Star of Movement is in the limit, it is naturally the best, and if it meets the Emperor star, Treasury star, and Wealth-salary star, the fortune is extraordinary; officials who reach this limit will achieve success and promotion, and scholars will be able to take the examination. However, the Star of Movement in the limit indicates constant movement and inability to stay in one place, and it is most feared when it meets the Plunder malefic and Star of emptiness; if the current year's sovereign star also sits in this palace, when the limit arrives, the person may end up in a desperate situation.

化祿星土，為福德之神，守身命官祿之位，科權相遇必作大臣之職，小限逢之主進仕之喜，大限十年吉慶，惡曜來臨並羊陀火忌沖照，亦不為害。女人吉湊作命婦，內外威嚴，殺湊平常。

"Chemical Wealth" belongs to the Earth element and is a beneficial deity in charge of fortune and virtue. When it is located in the position of the body palace, the Life Palace (life palace) or the official palace, and meets with Chemical Science and Chemical Authority, it is certain to attain a high official position. If the small limit reaches "Chemical Wealth," it indicates good news of promotion and advancement in official position; if the great limit reaches it, it signifies ten years of good fortune. Even if evil stars arrive or if the Malefic of Injury, Malefic of Delay and Entanglement, Malefic of Violence, and Chemical Obstruction shine upon it, no harm will be caused. For a woman whose fortune is combined with auspicious stars and she receives "Chemical Wealth," she can become a noble lady with authority both at home and abroad; if malevolent stars are combined, she is treated as an ordinary person.

化祿入命斷訣：十干化祿最為榮，男命逢之福自申，武職題名邊塞上，文人名譽滿朝廷。祿主天同遇太陽，常人大富足田莊，資財六畜皆生旺，凡有施為盡吉祥。

The method of interpreting a person's fortune when the Lu star is transformed into their Life Palace is as follows: Each of the ten heavenly stems transforms into its own Lu star, which brings great honor. If a man's destiny includes this, his blessings will naturally expand. The character 「申」 is equivalent to 「伸」. Those who take up military positions may achieve fame and success at the borders, while those in civil service will have their reputation spread throughout the court. If the Lu star and the Star of blessings star are both in the Life Palace, and the Star of brightness and prestige star is also present, even ordinary people can become very wealthy, owning fields and estates. Their wealth and livestock will flourish, and whatever they do will be auspicious and smooth.

化祿入限斷訣：限中若遇祿來臨，爵位高遷佐聖明，常庶相逢當大貴，自然蓄積廣金銀。

When the transformed wealth (化禄) enters the major or minor limits (大限 or 小限), if it occurs during a period of fortune, officials will attain higher ranks and assist wise rulers; common people will also experience great wealth and prosperity, naturally accumulating large amounts of gold and silver.

化權星木，掌判生殺之神，守身命科祿相迎，則出將入相，會巨門武曲必專大事，掌握兵符，為人極古怪，到處欲人敬重，小限相逢無有不吉，大限十年必遂，逢凶亦不為災，如遇羊陀耗使空劫，聽說貽累，官災貶謫。女人得之內外稱意，僧道掌山林，有師號。

"The transformed authority" belongs to the Wood element. It is a divine entity that governs the power of judgment and execution. When it resides in the body palace or the Life Palace (life palace), and is accompanied by transformed academic achievement and transformed wealth, it can become a general in the military or a minister in the government. When it meets with the dark star and the wealth star and general star, it is destined to handle major affairs and hold the credentials for military command. This person's nature is extremely peculiar and unpredictable, yet wherever he goes, people will respect him. If the small limit (short-term period) reaches "transformed authority," there will be no misfortune. During the major limit (long-term period) for ten years, everything will go smoothly, even if encountering malevolent stars, it will not cause disaster. However, if it meets with the malefic of injury, the malefic of delay and entanglement, the star of great expenditure, the messenger of illness, the void malefic, or the plunder malefic, he will suffer from being influenced by others' words, leading to legal troubles, disasters, demotion, or dismissal from office. For women who possess "transformed authority," both internal and external affairs will go smoothly. For monks and Taoists who possess it, they can manage a mountain temple or monastery and receive a title of master.

化權入男命吉凶訣：權星最喜吉星扶，事業軒昂膽氣粗，更值巨門兼武曜，三邊鎮守掌兵符。

The fortune song about the transformation of the authority star entering a male's destiny palace: The authority star prefers to be assisted by auspicious stars, indicating a grand and prosperous career with boldness and courage. If it also meets the stars of speech and the wealth star and general star, it can guard the borders on three sides and hold the symbols of military command.

化權入女命吉凶訣：化權吉曜喜相逢，更吉加臨衣祿豐，富貴雙全人性硬，奪夫權柄福興隆。

When the authority is transformed into the woman's destiny palace, if it combines with auspicious stars and is further supported by other auspicious stars, then her clothing, food, salary and wealth will be abundant. Such a woman will be both wealthy and noble, but her nature is stubborn. She often takes away her husband's authority, yet the family's fortune becomes more prosperous.

化權入限吉凶訣：此星主限喜非常，官祿高升佐帝王，財帛豐添宜創業，從今家道保安康。權星若遇武貪臨，作事求謀盡得成，士子名高添福祿，庶人得此積金銀。

The auspicious rhyme about the transformation of authority entering major and minor limits: when this star governs the limit period, it brings extraordinary good fortune. Officials will attain high positions and receive generous salaries, able to assist the emperor. Wealth will increase greatly, making it an ideal time to start a business, leading to family stability and prosperity. If the transformation of authority meets the Wealth Star and the Star of Romance and Desire, all affairs and plans will be successful. Scholars will gain fame and add blessings and wealth, and common people will also be able to accumulate silver and gold.

化科星水，上界應試之神，主掌文墨之神。守身命權祿相逢，主人聰明通達，最喜逢魁鉞，必中科第，作宰臣之職，如遇惡星，亦為文章秀士，或作群英師範，但嫌截路空亡、旬空，亦畏忌天空。女命科星拱守，作公卿婦，雖四殺沖破也主富貴。

"Chemical Science" belongs to the Water phase and is a heavenly deity in charge of examinations and also the deity governing literature and writing. It guards the body palace and the Life Palace, and when it meets with Chemical Authority and Chemical Wealth, it indicates that the person is intelligent and enlightened. It particularly favors meeting with Yang Benefactor and Yin Benefactor, which ensures passing the imperial examination and attaining a high official position. Even if it meets with evil stars, the person will still be an outstanding scholar or a model teacher for many talented individuals. However, it dislikes meeting with Blockage, Empty Void, and Decanal Void, and fears encountering the Star of Emptiness. For women, if their destiny includes the protection of Chemical Science, they can become the wife of a high official. Even if they are confronted by the four malevolent stars of Injury, Delay and Entanglement, Violence, and Hidden-fire Malefic, they will still be prosperous and wealthy.

化科入男命吉凶訣：科星文宿最為奇，包藏錦繡美文章，一躍禹門龍變化，管教聲達譽朝堂。科星入命豈尋常，錦繡才華展廟廊，更遇曲昌魁鉞宿，龍門一躍姓名揚。

The fortune of a transformed academic star entering a man's destiny palace is described by this verse: The transformed academic star, a literary star, is very unique, indicating that the person possesses great talent and can compose beautiful writings; with one leap over the Yu Gate (i. e., the Dragon Gate, a mythical gate said that a carp can transform into a dragon by leaping over it), his reputation will surely spread to the imperial court. It is not an ordinary matter for the transformed academic star to enter one's destiny. With a body full of splendid talents, one can display them in the court and the temple hall; if further accompanied by the stars of literary talent, eloquence, examination success, and the Yang and Yin Benefactors, it is like a carp leaping over the Dragon Gate, and his name will be widely known.

化科入女命吉凶訣：化科女命是良星，四德兼全性格清，更遇吉星權祿湊，夫榮子貴作夫人。

The fortune of a transformed official star (化科) in a woman's destiny is a beneficial star, indicating that the person possesses the four virtues of a good wife: moral character, eloquence, appearance, and skills. Her nature is refined and elegant. If this star is combined with other auspicious stars and the transformed authority (化权) and transformed wealth (化禄), it signifies that her husband will achieve honor and prestige, her sons will be prosperous and esteemed, and she herself will be honored as a lady.

化科入限吉凶訣：科星二限遇文昌，士子逢之姓名香，僧道庶人多富貴，百謀百遂事英揚。

The rhyme about the auspicious and inauspicious implications of the transformation of the academic star entering the major and minor limits: When the transformation of the academic star meets the Star of Examinations and Documents in either the major or minor limit, scholars will gain widespread fame during this period. Monks, Taoists, and common people will also gain wealth and honor, with all their plans proceeding smoothly and everything achieving success beyond expectations.

化忌星水，為多管之神，守身命一生不順，招是非。小限逢之一年不足，大限相遇十年悔吝，二限並太歲交臨，斷然蹭蹬。文人不耐久，武人縱有官災口舌不妨，然商賈藝人在處不宜，難立腳。

The "Hua Ji" (Obstruction by Transformation) belongs to the Water element. It is a deity who likes to meddle in others' affairs, causing constant obstacles. When it resides in the body palace or the Life Palace (destiny palace), it indicates a life full of difficulties and troubles, often attracting disputes and verbal conflicts. If the small limit (short-term period) passes through Hua Ji, the year will be lacking in many aspects; if the major limit (long-term period) encounters Hua Ji, there will be many regrets and stinginess within ten years. When both the major and minor limits coincide with the annual Tai Sui (Supreme Sovereign), one will certainly face difficulties and setbacks, finding it hard to make progress ("cengdeng" means encountering obstacles on the way and being unsuccessful). Scholars encountering this will find their achievements difficult to last; warriors may face lawsuits and disputes but are not greatly affected. Only merchants and artisans will find themselves in unfavorable situations everywhere, finding it hard to establish a stable position.

如遇紫府昌曲同吉利，權祿與忌同宮，又兼羊火鈴空作事進退，橫發橫破，始終不得久遠，即係發不住財是也，一生奔波勞碌，或帶疾貧夭，僧道亦流移還俗。

If the stars The Emperor star, Treasury star and command star, Star of examinations and documents, and Star of talent and eloquence are in the same palace, it is still relatively auspicious; however, if Hua Quan, Hua Lu, and Hua Ji are also in the same palace, and there are also Malefic of injury, Malefic of violence, Hidden-fire malefic, and Void malefic present, then affairs become uncertain and unstable. Wealth may suddenly increase and then suddenly disappear, and this situation cannot be sustained. This is what is commonly said to be "unable to hold onto wealth." Such people tend to be constantly busy and weary throughout their lives, or may suffer from illness, poverty, and a short lifespan. Monks and Taoists encountering this situation may also have to wander from place to place and even return to secular life.

然天同在戌化忌，丁生人遇吉；巨門在辰化忌，辛生人返佳。若太陽在寅卯辰巳午化忌，太陰在酉戌亥子化忌，為福論。若日月陷地化忌，主大凶。如廉貞在亥化忌是也，火入泉鄉，又逢水命人化忌也不為害。

However, there are exceptions: when Tian Tong is in the Xu palace and turns into Hua Ji (adverse), those born in the Ding year will find it auspicious; when Ju Men is in the Chen palace and turns into Hua Ji, those born in the Xin year will find it beneficial. When the Sun is in the palaces of Yin, Mao, Chen, Si, or Wu, which are favorable positions, and turns into Hua Ji, it is considered as bringing blessings. If the Sun or the Moon is in an unfavorable palace and turns into Hua Ji, it indicates great misfortune. For example, when Lian Zhen is in the Hai palace and turns into Hua Ji, Lian Zhen belongs to fire while the Hai palace belongs to water, which is called 'fire entering the spring source'—fire sinking into water, its light and flame both extinguished; yet if it meets someone with a water destiny who also turns into Hua Ji, it does not cause harm.

化忌入男命吉凶訣：諸星化忌不宜逢，更會凶星愈肆凶，若得吉星來助救，縱然富貴不豐隆。貪狼破軍居陷地，遇吉化忌終不利，男為奸盜女淫娼，加殺照命無眠睡。

When the afflicted star falls into the male's Life Palace, the fortune is generally unfavorable. No star should be afflicted, and if it meets with malevolent stars, the negative effects become even more severe. Even if good stars come to assist, one may attain wealth and status but not in abundance. If the stars Tanniang and Pojun are in a weak position, even with good stars, the affliction remains harmful. Men may become corrupt and engage in theft, while women may become promiscuous and become prostitutes. If malevolent stars also shine upon the Life Palace, the person will suffer from insomnia all night long.

化忌入女命吉凶訣：女命化忌本非奇，更遇凶星是禍基，衣食艱辛貧賤甚，吉星湊合減災危。

When the afflicted star falls into a woman's Life Palace, it is not a good omen. If it meets with malevolent stars, it becomes the root of misfortune. Throughout her life, she will face difficulties in clothing and food, and live in extreme poverty. If fortunate stars are present, they can alleviate some of the disasters and hardships.

化忌入限吉凶訣：忌星入廟反為佳，縱有官災亦不傷，一進一退名不遂，更兼遇吉保安康。二限宮中見忌星，致災為禍必家傾，為官退職遭贓濫，胥吏須防禁杖刑。

When the afflicted star falls into a palace of strength and prosperity, it is actually beneficial, and even if there are lawsuits or misfortunes, they will not harm the person; however, actions will be hesitant and progress slow, making it difficult to achieve success in official matters; if good stars are present, safety and health can be maintained. If the afflicted star appears in the palace of the major or minor limits, it will bring disasters and misfortunes leading to the collapse of family fortune: officials may be dismissed from their posts and face accusations of corruption and abuse of power; those working in government offices should beware of imprisonment and corporal punishment.

忌星落陷在閒宮，惡殺加臨作禍凶，財散人離多疾苦，傷官退職孝重逢。祿會祿存富貴，權會巨武英揚，科會魁鉞貴顯，忌會身命招是非。

When the afflicted star falls into a weak position and is located in a non-main palace (a secondary palace other than the four main ones), and is further compounded by malevolent stars, the resulting calamity is extremely severe. This may lead to loss of wealth, separation from family, continuous illness and sorrow, damage to official position, dismissal, and even the death of parents, requiring multiple mourning periods. In summary, the four transformations: when the transformation of wealth meets the wealth-salary star, it indicates wealth and honor; when the transformation of power meets the dark star and the wealth star and general star, it signifies great fame and renown; when the transformation of academic achievement meets the Yang Benefactor and Yin Benefactor, it indicates high status and prestige; and when the transformation of affliction enters the natal palace or the birth palace, it specifically leads to troubles and disputes.

歲君火，乃流年太歲星君，與諸凶神相遇皆與不謀，忌與大小二限相沖，若逢大限遇紫府昌曲左右魁鉞吉星扶救則災少，但防六畜死失，若遇羊陀火鈴劫空傷使，財破人亡，女命逢之防產難之厄，若吉眾有救，惡多死亡。

The annual ruler belongs to the element of fire and represents the yearly Tai Sui star. It does not harmonize well with various malevolent stars; it is most unfavorable when it conflicts with the major and minor life periods. If the major life period contains auspicious stars such as Ziwei, Tifu, Wenqiang, Wenqu, Zuofu, Youbi, Tiankui, and Tianyue to support and rescue, the calamity will be less, but still need to be cautious of the death or loss of domestic animals. If encountering Qingyang, Tuoluo, Huoxing, Lingxing, Di jie, Di kong, Tianshang, and Tianshi, it indicates financial loss and harm to people. If a woman encounters the Tai Sui, she should be cautious of difficulties during childbirth; if there are many auspicious stars with support, it is better, but if there are many evil stars, there is a risk of death.

太歲之星不可當，守臨官限要推詳，若無吉曜來相助，未免官災鬧一場。

The star of the Sovereign is not to be confronted directly: when it guards the officialdom and Wealth and Salary Palace or when it is in the period of movement, one must carefully examine the fortune and misfortune; if there is no auspicious star to assist, one is sure to encounter some legal trouble or disaster.

斗君，正月初一日管事，遇吉斷吉，遇凶斷凶，如太歲二限美，若斗君正月初一日值在某宮過度，逢凶殺也主其年有得失災病官非，依月限斷之。

The "Dǒu Jun" oversees matters of the first day of the first lunar month. If a good star is encountered, it is judged as auspicious; if a bad star is encountered, it is judged as inauspicious. Even if the current year's Tai Sui and the major and minor limits are favorable, if Dǒu Jun passes through a certain palace on the first day of the first lunar month and encounters malevolent stars, it indicates that the year will have losses, illness, injuries, and disputes. The specific month when these occur is determined by the limit of the flowing month.

紫微有倚靠年長之兄，天府同三人，天相同三四人，破軍同亦有三人，或各胞生，加羊陀火鈴空劫克害有則欠和。天機廟旺有二人，與巨門同二人，陷地相背不一心，天梁同二人，太陰同二三人，見羊陀火鈴雖有而克害。

The Emperor star in the brothers' house indicates the presence of an elder brother to rely on. If it is with the Treasury star, there are three brothers. If it is with the Heaven star, there are three or four brothers. If it is with the Expenditure star, there are also three brothers, possibly from different mothers rather than being twins. If the Emperor star is joined by the Malefic of injury, the Malefic of delay and entanglement, the Malefic of violence, the Hidden-fire malefic, the Void malefic, or the Plunder malefic, it indicates harm and conflict, even if there are brothers, they will not get along. The Star of wisdom and adaptability in a strong position indicates two brothers. If it is with the Dark star, there are two brothers. If it is in a weak position, brothers will be estranged and not united. If it is with the Shelter star, there are two brothers. If it is with the Wealth star, there are two or three brothers. If the Star of wisdom and adaptability is joined by the Malefic of injury, the Malefic of delay and entanglement, the Malefic of violence, or the Hidden-fire malefic, even if there are brothers, there will be harm and conflict.

太陽廟旺三人，與巨門同無殺加有三人，太陰同五人，陷地不和欠力，加羊陀火鈴空劫更克減半。武曲廟旺有二人不合，陷宮加殺只一人，天相同二人，破軍七殺同有一人不和睦，加昌曲左右有三人，見羊陀火鈴空劫孤單。

The Star of Brightness and Prestige in a favorable and strong position has three brothers; when it shares a palace with the Dark Star and Star of Speech without any malefic stars joining, there are three people; when it shares a palace with the Wealth Star and Mother Star, there are five people; if it falls in a weak and unfavorable position, brothers do not get along and cannot support each other; if additional malefics such as the Malefic of Injury, Malefic of Delay and Entanglement, Malefic of Violence, Hidden-fire Malefic, Void Malefic, and Plunder Malefic are present, the harm is greater and the number of people is reduced by half. The Wealth Star and General Star in a favorable and strong position has two brothers, but they do not get along; if it falls in a weak and unfavorable palace and additional malefics are present, there is only one person; when it shares a palace with the Star of Brightness and Prestige, there are two people; when it shares a palace with the Expenditure Star and Star of Severity, there is only one person, and they do not get along; if it joins with the Star of Examinations and Documents, Star of Talent and Eloquence, Auxiliary Auspicious Star, and Auxiliary Auspicious Star, there are three people; if the Malefic of Injury, Malefic of Delay and Entanglement, Malefic of Violence, Hidden-fire Malefic, Void Malefic, and Plunder Malefic are present, it indicates being alone without brothers.

天同入廟四五人，天梁同二三人，巨門同無殺三人，太陰同四五人，陷地只二人，見羊陀火鈴空劫忌，少宜分居不和。廉貞入廟二人，貪狼同招怨，天相同二人，七殺同一人，天府同加左右昌曲有三人，見羊陀火鈴空劫有克且不和。

Heavenly Stem Tian Tong in its exalted position indicates four or five brothers; when it shares a palace with Tian Liang, there are two or three brothers; when it shares a palace with Ju Men without malefic stars, there are three brothers; when it shares a palace with Tai Yin, there are four or five brothers; if it is in a fallen position, there are only two brothers; if it is accompanied by Qing Yang, Duo Luo, Huo Xing, Ling Xing, Di Kong, or Di Jie along with Huo Ji, the brothers are few and not harmonious, and it is advisable for them to live separately. Heavenly Stem Lian Zhen in its exalted position indicates two brothers; when it shares a palace with Tan Lang, there is mutual resentment; when it shares a palace with Tian Tong, there are two brothers; when it shares a palace with Qi Sha, there is one brother; when it shares a palace with Tian Fu and is accompanied by Zuo Fu, You Bi, Wen Chang, or Wen Qu, there are three brothers; if it is accompanied by Qing Yang, Duo Luo, Huo Xing, Ling Xing, Di Kong, or Di Jie, there are both conflicts and lack of harmony.

天府有五人，紫微同加左右昌曲有六七人，廉貞同三人，見羊陀火鈴空劫只二人。太陰入廟兄弟五人，太陽同亦五六人，天機同二人，科權同四五人，見羊陀火鈴空劫減半，且克宜分居相背。貪狼廟旺二人，陷地宜各胞，廉貞同不和，紫微同有三人，加羊陀火鈴空劫孤單。

The Treasury star and command star in the brothers' house indicates five brothers. If it is joined by the Emperor star and also by the Auxiliary auspicious star, Auxiliary auspicious star, Star of examinations and documents, and Star of talent and eloquence stars, there will be six or seven brothers. If it is joined by the Lian Zhen star, there will be three brothers. If the Malefic of injury, Malefic of delay and entanglement, Malefic of violence, Hidden-fire malefic, Void malefic, or Plunder malefic stars are present, there will be only two brothers. The Wealth star and mother star in its proper position indicates five brothers. If it is joined by the Star of brightness and prestige star, there will be five or six brothers. If it is joined by the Star of wisdom and adaptability star, there will be two brothers. If it is joined by the Hua Ke or Hua Quan stars, there will be four or five brothers. If the Malefic of injury, Malefic of delay and entanglement, Malefic of violence, Hidden-fire malefic, Void malefic, or Plunder malefic stars are present, the number of brothers is halved, and there will be conflicts. It is advisable for them to live apart and not disturb each other. The Star of romance and desire star in a flourishing position indicates two brothers. If it is in a declining position, the brothers are likely to be from different mothers. If it is joined by the Lian Zhen star, there will be conflicts. If it is joined by the Emperor star, there will be three brothers. If it is joined by the Malefic of injury, Malefic of delay and entanglement, Malefic of violence, Hidden-fire malefic, Void malefic, or Plunder malefic stars, the person will be lonely and have no support.

巨門廟旺二人，陷地各胞有，宜分居，太陽同加左右昌曲有三人，天機同有二人，更乖違不一心，天同二三人，加羊陀火鈴空劫孤克。天相和平有二三人，見殺全無，紫微同有三四人，武曲同二人，廉貞同二人，見羊陀火鈴空劫孤單。

Jumen in a flourishing position has two brothers; if it falls in a declining position, although there are brothers, they are born from different mothers and should live separately; when it is in the same palace as the Sun, along with Left Assistant, Right Assistant, Wen Chang, and Wen Qu, there are three people; when it is in the same palace as Tian Ji, there are two people, but they are discordant and cannot be united; when it is in the same palace as Tian Tong, there are two or three people; if it combines with Qing Yang, Tu Luo, Fire Star, Ling Xing, Di Kong, and Di Jie, it results in being alone and suffering from punishments. Tian Xiang has a peaceful nature and has two or three brothers; if malefic stars are present, there are none; when it is in the same palace as Zi Wei, there are three or four people; when it is in the same palace as Wu Qu, there are two people; when it is in the same palace as Lian Zhen, there are two people; if it combines with Qing Yang, Tu Luo, Fire Star, Ling Xing, Di Kong, and Di Jie, it results in being alone.

天梁廟旺二人和順，或多不同胞且不和，陷宮全無，天同同三人，天機同二人，見羊陀火鈴空劫少。七殺主孤克，在子午寅申宮方有三人，也不和宜各人，加昌曲左右更好。

The star Tian Liang in a flourishing position indicates two brothers who get along well; some may have more than two but they are not twins and may not be harmonious. If Tian Liang falls in a declining position, there will be no brothers at all. When Tian Liang is in the same palace as Tian Tong, there will be three brothers; when it is with Tian Ji, there will be two. If the palace also includes Qing Yang, Duo Luo, Huo Xing, Ling Xing, Di Kong, or Di Jie, the number of brothers will be fewer. The star Qi Sha governs loneliness and conflict. It only indicates three brothers when it is in the positions of Zi, Wu, Yin, or Shen, but even then, they are still not harmonious and should live separately. If it is combined with Wen Chang, Wen Qu, Zuo Fu, or You Bi, the situation will be somewhat better.

破軍入廟三人，陷地加殺孤單，武曲同二人，紫微同二人，廉貞同一人，加昌曲左右有三人和睦，加羊陀火鈴空劫孤單。文昌文曲諸宮皆有三人，見羊陀火鈴，廟旺不克，陷宮孤單，加空劫全無。

Pòjūn entering its temple position indicates three brothers; if it falls in a declining position and is joined by malefic stars, it indicates being alone; when it is in the same palace as Wǔqū, there are two people; when it is in the same palace as Zǐwēi, there are two people; when it is in the same palace as Liánzhēn, there is one person; if it is joined by Wénchāng, Wénqū, Zuǒfǔ, and Yòubì, there are three people and they get along well; if it is joined by Qíngyáng, Tuóluó, Huǒxīng, Língxīng, Dìkōng, and Dìjié, it indicates being alone. Wénchāng and Wénqū sitting in each palace indicate three brothers; if they are joined by Qíngyáng, Tuóluó, Huǒxīng, and Língxīng, even if these two stars are in their strong positions, they do not cause harm or conflict, but if they fall in their declining positions, it indicates being alone; if further joined by Dìkōng and Dìjié, there are no brothers at all.

左輔有三人，同天同昌曲有四五人，加羊陀火鈴二人，有空劫欠力不和。右弼三人，同府相紫微昌曲有四五人，加羊陀火鈴二人，有空劫欠力不和睦。祿存相生有兄弟，見殺克害招怨。羊玲克害入廟一人，眾吉星加有二三人，陷地全無。

Left Assistant is in the Brothers' House with three people; when combined with Tian Tong, Wen Chang, and Wen Qu, there are four or five people. If there are also Qing Yang, Duo Luo, Fire Star, and Ling Star, there are only two people. If there are also Di Kong and Di Jie, the brothers will not be able to help and will not be harmonious. Right Assistant has three people; when combined with Tian Fu, Tian Xiang, Zi Wei, Wen Chang, and Wen Qu, there are four or five people. If there are also Qing Yang, Duo Luo, Fire Star, and Ling Star, there are two people. If there are also Di Kong and Di Jie, the same situation of lacking support and lack of harmony occurs. Lu Cun is in the same Five Phases as the native's house, indicating brothers. If malefic stars are present, it indicates harm and mutual resentment. Qing Yang and Ling Star (originally written as 'Yang Ling') indicate harm. When they are in a favorable position, there is still one person. If many auspicious stars are present, there are two or three people. If they fall in an unfavorable position, there are none.

火星入廟逢有吉星有一二人，加廉殺破鈴孤克。鈴星入廟相生有兄弟，加羊陀火空劫全無。斗君逢在兄弟宮過度，逢吉星兄弟一年和睦，逢凶殺有刑者不見刑主有兄弟爭鬥。

The malefic of violence is in its proper position and meets auspicious stars, indicating one or two brothers. If it joins with the stars of integrity, severity, expenditure, hidden-fire malefic, then it indicates being alone and suffering from punishments and conflicts. If the hidden-fire malefic is in its proper position and harmonizes with the native's native palace, it indicates having brothers. If it joins with the malefic of injury, malefic of delay and entanglement, malefic of violence, void malefic, and plunder malefic, then there are no brothers. When the star of the general moves through the palace of brothers, encountering auspicious stars indicates brothers being harmonious for one year. Encountering malevolent stars, if the native's fate already has punishments and conflicts, they will be manifested in this year. If the native's fate does not have punishments and conflicts, it indicates disputes and quarrels between brothers this year.

紫微晚聘諧老性剛，天府同諧老，天相同年少，破軍同刑剋，加羊陀火鈴亦刑，貪狼同有吉星免刑。天機宜年少剛強之妻，可配夫宜長，加羊陀火鈴主生離，晚娶吉，天梁同宜年長，太陰同內助美容。

The Emperor star in the marriage palace suggests that marriage should be delayed, leading to a long and harmonious life, but the spouse may have a strong and stubborn nature. If the Treasury star is in the same palace, it indicates a long life together. If the Heaven star is in the same palace, the spouse is likely younger. If the Expenditure star is in the same palace, it may lead to injuries or conflicts. If the malefic stars of injury, delay and entanglement, violence, and hidden-fire malefic are present, it also indicates conflicts. If the Romance and Desire star is in the same palace with auspicious stars, conflicts can be avoided. The Star of wisdom and adaptability in the marriage palace suggests marrying a young and strong-willed wife, or for a woman, marrying an older husband. If the malefic stars of injury, delay and entanglement, violence, and hidden-fire malefic are present, it indicates separation. Delaying marriage is favorable. If the Shelter star is in the same palace, it is favorable to marry an older partner. If the Wealth and Mother star is in the same palace, the wife will be beautiful and capable of managing the household.

太陽廟旺遲娶吉，早娶克，因妻得貴，與天梁同加左右招賢明之妻，太陰同內助，巨門同無羊陀火鈴空劫不克，有此四殺反空劫定克，遇耗非禮成婚。

The Sun Star in a strong and favorable position in the marriage palace indicates that marrying later is auspicious, while marrying early may lead to conflicts and harm. It is also beneficial to gain status and prestige through marriage. If the Sun Star is in the same palace as the Tian Liang Star, along with the Left Fu and Right Bi Stars, it indicates a virtuous and wise wife. If the Sun Star is in the same palace as the Tai Yin Star, the wife will be supportive at home. If the Sun Star is in the same palace as the Ju Men Star, but without the Qing Yang, Tu Luo, Fire Star, Ling Xing, Di Kong, or Di Jie Stars, there will be no conflicts. However, if these four malefic stars are present along with Di Kong and Di Jie, conflicts are certain. If the Da Hao Star is present, the marriage is likely to be improper and against proper conduct.

武曲背克宜遲娶，同年夫婦也相當，加吉星因妻得財，凶娶因妻去產，貪狼同招遲無刑，七殺同克二三妻，加羊陀火鈴空劫更克。天同遲娶諧老，夫宜長妻宜少，加四殺欠和生離，巨門同加四殺亦克，太陰同助美容，天梁同極美夫婦。

The star Wuqu is in the marriage palace. If the couple is opposite each other and there is mutual control, it is better to marry later. If the couple is born in the same year, they may be quite compatible. If good stars are joined, one can gain wealth through the wife; if bad stars are joined, one may lose property due to the wife. If Wuqu is with Tlanwang in the same palace, marrying later can avoid conflict. If Wuqu is with Qishash in the same palace, it may cause the loss of two or three wives. If more malefic stars such as Qingyang, Tuo Luo, Huoxing, Lingxing, Di Kong, and Di Jie are added, the conflict becomes even worse. If Tian Tong is in the marriage palace, marrying later can lead to a long and harmonious marriage, with the husband preferably older and the wife younger. If four bad stars are joined, the couple may have discord or even separate. If Tian Tong is with Juming in the same palace and four bad stars are joined, it indicates conflict. If Tian Tong is with Taiyin in the same palace, the wife is beautiful and helpful. If Tian Tong is with Tianliang in the same palace, the marriage is extremely harmonious.

廉貞三度作新郎，即貪狼同愈克，七殺同亦刑，且欠和，加羊陀火鈴主生離，府諧老性剛者無克。天府相生寵愛夫主貴，見羊陀火鈴空劫遲娶免刑，晚娶得諧老。

Lianzhen in the marriage palace indicates that one may marry three times (having been married before and again). When Lianzhen is in the same palace as Tanlang, the relationship is more harmful. If Lianzhen is in the same palace as Qishash, it also leads to injuries and marital discord. If Lianzhen is joined with Qingyang, Tuo Luo, Huoxing, Lingxing, Di Kong, and Di Jie, it indicates a painful separation. However, if Lianzhen is in the same palace as Tianfu, it suggests a long and harmonious marriage, and even if the spouse is strong-willed, there will be no harm. Tianfu generating the palace indicates mutual affection and the husband gaining status. If Qingyang, Tuo Luo, Huoxing, Lingxing, Di Kong, and Di Jie are present, marrying later can avoid harm, and late marriage leads to a happy old age.

太陰入廟男女皆貴美夫婦，加昌曲極美，加羊陀火鈴空劫耗忌，不克主生離，太陽同諧老，夫同同內助，天機同美好宜少年。貪狼男女不得美，三次作新郎，入廟宜遲娶，廉貞同主克，加羊陀火鈴主生離，紫微同年長方可對。

When the Tai Yin star is in its native palace in the marriage house, regardless of gender, it indicates a spouse of high status and a harmonious marriage. If it is combined with the Wen Chang and Wen Qu stars, the relationship becomes even more harmonious. However, if it is combined with the Qing Yang, Duo Luo, Fire Star, Ling Star, Di Kong, Di Jie, Da Hao, or Hua Ji stars, it may indicate separation rather than harm. If the Sun Star is in the same palace, the couple may live to old age together. If the Tian Tong star is in the same palace, the wife can provide inner support. If the Tian Ji star is in the same palace, the spouse is beautiful and suitable for marrying a younger person. When the Tan Lang star is in the marriage house, both men and women may not achieve a harmonious marriage and may need to marry three times. If it is in its native palace, it is better to marry later. If it is combined with the Lian Zhen star, it may lead to conflict. If combined with Qing Yang, Duo Luo, Fire Star, or Ling Star, it may result in separation. If the Zhi Wei star is in the same palace, it is more suitable to marry an older person.

巨門宜年長定克欠和，太陽同無四殺加諧老，天機同內助美貌，天同同性聰之妻並頭，加羊陀火鈴空劫定克二妻或主生離。天相貌美賢淑夫宜年長，親上成親，紫微同諧老，武曲少和，廉貞同入廟免刑，加羊陀火鈴空劫刑剋。

The star Giant Gate occupies the marriage palace, indicating the spouse should be older, yet there will certainly be conflicts and lack of harmony in the marriage. If it is joined with the Sun star without the presence of the four evils, they can live together until old age. If it is joined with the Star of Wisdom, the wife will be beautiful and helpful at home. If it is joined with the Star of Blessings, one can marry a wife who is intelligent and wise, and they will live together harmoniously until old age. However, if the Evil Stars such as Qingyang, Tuoluo, Fire Star, Lingxing, Di Kong, and Di Jie are added, it will definitely cause the loss of two wives or result in separation between husband and wife. The Star Tianxiang occupies the marriage palace, indicating the wife will be beautiful and virtuous, and the husband should be older, often resulting in marriages arranged through relatives. If it is joined with the Emperor Star, they can live together until old age. If it is joined with the Wealth and General Star, there will be little harmony. If it is joined with the Star of Integrity and enters its proper position, it can avoid conflicts. However, if the Evil Stars such as Qingyang, Tuoluo, Fire Star, Lingxing, Di Kong, and Di Jie are added, it will result in conflicts.

天梁妻宜大美容，天同同和氣，天機招美淑，加羊陀火鈴空劫朵不和順。七殺早克，武曲同亦克，或遲娶免刑，廉貞主生離，加羊陀火鈴空劫克三妻。破軍男女俱克別聚主生離，武曲同克三，廉貞亦克且欠和，紫微同宜年長之妻。

The star Tian Liang in the marriage house indicates a wife who is older and beautiful; when combined with Tian Tong, the couple will be harmonious; when combined with Tian Ji, one can marry a beautiful and virtuous wife. However, if accompanied by Qing Yang, Duo Luo, Huo Xing, Ling Xing, Di Kong, or Di Jie, there will be more discord. The star Qi Sha in the marriage house indicates early marital difficulties; when combined with Wu Qu, it also indicates marital difficulties, which can be avoided if one marries later; when combined with Lian Zhen, it indicates separation; if accompanied by Qing Yang, Duo Luo, Huo Xing, Ling Xing, Di Kong, or Di Jie, one may lose three wives. The star Po Jun in the marriage house indicates marital difficulties for both men and women, requiring remarriage and possible separation; when combined with Wu Qu, it indicates losing three partners; when combined with Lian Zhen, it also indicates marital difficulties and lack of harmony; when combined with Zi Wei, it is advisable to marry an older wife.

文昌妻少內助聰明，天機太陰同主美容，不宜陷地，加羊陀火鈴空劫深忌。文曲相生會太陰諸吉星諧老，同昌曲妻妾多，加羊陀火鈴空劫忌星有克。祿存相生無克，妻宜年少並頭遲娶者，加羊陀火鈴空劫見截路空亡孤單。

The star of examinations and documents is in the marriage palace, indicating a wife who is young, intelligent, and capable of assisting within the household. When this star is joined with the star of wisdom and adaptability and the wealth star and mother star, it suggests a wife with a beautiful appearance. It is not advisable for this star to be in a declining position. If it is combined with the malefic of injury, the malefic of delay and entanglement, the malefic of violence, the hidden-fire malefic, the void malefic, or the plunder malefic, it is most unfavorable. When the star of talent and eloquence is in harmony with this palace, and is joined with the wealth star and other auspicious stars, it indicates a long and harmonious marriage. If the star of talent and eloquence is combined with the star of examinations and documents, it suggests having multiple wives or concubines. However, if it is joined with the malefic of injury, the malefic of delay and entanglement, the malefic of violence, the hidden-fire malefic, the void malefic, the plunder malefic, and the star of blockage or void, it may lead to conflicts and difficulties. When the wealth-salary star is in harmony with this palace, there are no conflicts, and a young wife is suitable, leading to a harmonious marriage if married later. However, if the wealth-salary star is joined with the malefic of injury, the malefic of delay and entanglement, the malefic of violence, the hidden-fire malefic, the void malefic, the plunder malefic, and the star of blockage or void, it may result in being alone.

左輔右弼諧老，加羊陀火鈴空劫貪廉同，宜年長剛強之妻。羊陀入廟加吉星，遲娶免刑或久和，陷地早克，加日月巨機火鈴武殺，主生離。火星鈴星入廟加吉無刑，陷地刑剋。天魁天鉞多主夫婦美麗，坐妻宮必主得妻財，加吉星同主貴美夫婦。斗君過度在妻宮逢吉星妻妾美無災克，逢惡星妻妾有災厄，又看人本命妻宮若克妻者的主其年刑傷妻妾，若不克者可斷其年有災。

Left Auxiliary and Right Auxiliary stars in the marriage house indicate a long and harmonious marriage. If these stars are combined with Qingyang, Tuoluo, Huoxing, Lingxing, Di Kong, and Di Jie, and also with Tanlang and Lianzhen in the same house, it is advisable to marry a wife who is older and strong-willed. If Qingyang and Tuoluo are in their favorable positions and combined with auspicious stars, marrying later can avoid conflicts or ensure a long and harmonious relationship. However, if they are in unfavorable positions, there will be troubles in early years. If these stars are further combined with Sun, Taiyin, Juming, Tianji, Huoxing, Lingxing, Wuqu, and Qishash, it indicates separation between husband and wife. If Huoxing and Lingxing are in their favorable positions and combined with auspicious stars, there will be no conflicts. However, if they are in unfavorable positions, conflicts are likely. Tiankui and Tianyue generally indicate that the spouse is handsome and beautiful. If they are in the marriage house, they are sure to gain wealth from the wife's family. If they are combined with auspicious stars, the spouse will also be noble and the marriage will be harmonious. If the Doujun star passes through the marriage house and meets auspicious stars, the wife and concubine will be beautiful and free from disasters. If it meets malevolent stars, the wife and concubine will face misfortunes. It is also necessary to examine the native's marriage house: if the native is destined to harm the wife, then this year will bring injury to the wife and concubine. If the native does not harm the wife, it is still possible to predict that the wife and concubine will face disasters this year.

凡看子女先看本宮星宿主有幾子。若加羊陀火玲空劫殺忌主生子女有刑剋，次看對宮有沖刑否。如本宮無星曜專看對宮有何星宿主有幾子。若善星貴星守子女宮必主其人生子昌盛貴顯。若惡星又同刑殺守子女宮，不是刑剋，主生強橫破蕩之子。

When examining the children's palace, first look at how many sons are governed by the star mansion in the native's own children's palace. If there are additional combinations with the malefic of injury, the malefic of delay and entanglement, the malefic of violence, the hidden-fire malefic, the void malefic, the plunder malefic, and various evils and the evil of transformation, it indicates that the children may suffer from injuries or harm. Next, check the opposite palace for any clashes, conflicts, or injuries. If there are no stars governing the native's children's palace, then focus solely on the opposite palace's star mansion and how many sons it governs. If benevolent stars or noble stars are in the children's palace, it indicates that the person's descendants will be prosperous and esteemed. If evil stars are present along with criminal malefics in the children's palace, even if there is no indication of injury or harm, it suggests that the children may be strong-willed, domineering, and may lead to family decline and financial ruin.

又看三方四正得南斗星多主生男，北斗星多主生女。若太陽星落在陽宮主先生男，太陰星落在陰宮主先生女。專看刑殺守本宮無制化相生，必然絕祀。日生最怕太陰臨，夜生最怕太陽照，此星若在兒女宮方恐無兒。

One must also consider the three directions and four cardinal points: if there are many stars in the Southern Dipper, it indicates the birth of a son, while many stars in the Northern Dipper indicate the birth of a daughter. If the Star of Brightness and Prestige is located in a yang palace (Zi, Yin, Chen, Wu, Shen, Xu), it indicates the birth of a son first; if the Wealth Star and Mother Star is located in a yin palace (Chou, Mao, Si, Wei, You, Hai), it indicates the birth of a daughter first. If there are specific afflictions and evils guarding the native's palace and there are no stars to control, transform, or generate them for relief, the family line will certainly be cut off. Those born during the day most fear the Wealth Star and Mother Star in the children's palace, while those born at night most fear the Star of Brightness and Prestige in the children's palace; if these two stars are located in the children's palace, there is likely to be no son.

紫微廟旺男三女二，加左右昌曲有五人，加羊陀火鈴空劫只一雙，不然偏室生者多，或招祀子居長，破軍同三人，天府同加吉星四五人，加昌曲左右有貴子，若獨守再加空劫孤君。

When the Emperor star is in a flourishing position and governs the children palace, it indicates three sons and two daughters. If it is combined with Left Auxiliary, Right Auxiliary, Star of Examinations, and Star of Talent, there will be five children. If it is combined with Malefic of Injury, Malefic of Delay, Malefic of Violence, Hidden-fire Malefic, Void Malefic, and Plunder Malefic, there will be only one child, otherwise the child is likely from a concubine or a foster son adopted as the eldest. If the Emperor star is in the same palace as the Expenditure star, there will be three children. If it is in the same palace as the Treasury star and combined with four or five auspicious stars, there will be more children. If combined with Star of Examinations, Star of Talent, Left Auxiliary, and Right Auxiliary, it can produce a noble son. If the Emperor star is alone and combined with Void Malefic and Plunder Malefic, it indicates being childless and lonely.

天機廟旺二人，或庶生多，巨門一人，天梁同在寅宮，有二三人，在申宮女多男少，只可一子，太陰同二三人，加羊陀火鈴空劫全無子。太陽入廟男三女二晚子貴，巨門同三人，太陰同五人，陷地有三子不成蓋，再加羊陀火鈴空劫止留一子送終。

When the Star of Wisdom and Adaptability is in a strong and flourishing position, there are usually two children, often with a second wife. If it is in the same palace as the Dark Star and Star of Speech, there is one child. If it is in the same palace as the Shelter Star and Longevity Star, and is located in the Yin Palace, there may be two or three children, but if it is in the Shen Palace, there are more daughters than sons, and only one son. If it is in the same palace as the Wealth Star and Mother Star, there may be two or three children. If it is combined with the Malefic of Injury, Malefic of Delay and Entanglement, Malefic of Violence, Hidden-Fire Malefic, Void Malefic, and Plunder Malefic, there will be no children at all. When the Star of Brightness and Prestige is in a strong and flourishing position, there are usually three sons and two daughters, and the son born in old age will be prominent and successful. If it is in the same palace as the Dark Star and Star of Speech, there are three children. If it is in the same palace as the Wealth Star and Mother Star, there are five children. If it is in a weak and declining position, although there may be three sons, they will not be successful. If it is combined with the Malefic of Injury, Malefic of Delay and Entanglement, Malefic of Violence, Hidden-Fire Malefic, Void Malefic, and Plunder Malefic, only one son will survive to see the end of the father.

武曲主一子或成至生者多，破軍同主刑，止有一人，加羊陀火鈴空劫絕祀，貪狼晚招二子，天相同先招外子，後親生一子，七殺同主孤或傷殘之子。天同廟旺五子有貴，巨門同三人，太陰同五人，在午宮陷地減半，天梁同先女後男有二子，守在申宮只可留一子送終，在寅宮加吉星有三子，加羊陀火鈴空劫見刑剋，子少送終。

The star Wealth star and general star governs the children's palace, usually resulting in one son or a concubine-born son. When it is in the same palace as Expenditure star and vanguard star, it indicates a reduction in offspring, usually only one child. If it is joined by Malefic of injury, Malefic of delay and entanglement, Malefic of violence, Hidden-fire malefic, Void malefic, or Plunder malefic, there may be no descendants. When it is in the same palace as Star of romance and desire, there may be two sons in later years. When it is in the same palace as Star of blessings, the person may first adopt a child from another family and later have a biological son. When it is in the same palace as General star and star of severity, it indicates being childless or having children with disabilities. When Star of blessings is in a strong position, there may be five sons, some of whom may be prominent. When it is in the same palace as Dark star and star of speech, there may be three sons. When it is in the same palace as Wealth star and mother star, there may be five sons, but if it is located in the Wu Palace (a weak position), the number is halved. When it is in the same palace as Shelter star and longevity star, there may be a daughter first and then a son, with two sons in total. If it is located in the Shen Palace, only one son may survive to old age. If it is located in the Yin Palace and joined by auspicious stars, there may be three sons. If it is joined by Malefic of injury, Malefic of delay and entanglement, Malefic of violence, Hidden-fire malefic, Void malefic, or Plunder malefic, there may be conflicts and few descendants, with few surviving to old age.

廉貞一人，天府同主貴子三人，若貪狼破軍七殺同主孤，再加羊陀火鈴空劫全無，天相同有二子。天府五人，武曲同二人，紫微同四五人，廉貞同三人，加羊陀火鈴空劫止三人。太陰女三男二先女後男，廟旺有貴子，陷地減半，招軟弱之子，或虛花不成器，太陽同五人，天機同二人，天同同五人，廟地無克，陷宮有克，加羊陀火鈴空劫子少。

Lianzhen is in the children's palace with one child; if it is in the same palace as Tianfu, it indicates three noble children; if it is with Tanlang, Pojun, and Qijie in the same palace, it indicates loneliness; if further combined with Qingyang, Tuoluo, Huoxing, Lingxing, Di Kong, and Di Jie, there will be none. If it is with Tianxiang in the same palace, there will be two children. Tianfu indicates five children; if it is with Wugui in the same palace, there will be two; if it is with Ziwei in the same palace, there will be four or five; if it is with Lianzhen in the same palace, there will be three; if further combined with Qingyang, Tuoluo, Huoxing, Lingxing, Di Kong, and Di Jie, there will be only three. Taiyin in the children's palace indicates three daughters and two sons, with the first child being a daughter and the second a son; if it is in a flourishing position, there will be noble children, but if it is in a declining position, the number of children is halved, and the children's nature is weak or superficial and unremarkable; if it is with Taiyang in the same palace, there will be five children; if it is with Tianji in the same palace, there will be two; if it is with Tian Tong in the same palace, there will be five; if it is in a flourishing position, there will be no conflicts, but if it is in a declining position, there will be conflicts; if further combined with Qingyang, Tuoluo, Huoxing, Lingxing, Di Kong, and Di Jie, the number of children will be few.

貪狼廟旺二人，早有刑剋，紫微同二人，廉貞同子少，如占星二人，武曲同三人，先難後易。巨門入廟二入，先難後易，太陽同居一二子易養，加羊陀火鈴子少，天機同一人，有吉星同二人加空劫全無。天相無羊陀火鈴同有二子成器，有殺先招祀子居長，親生一二子，紫微同如昌曲左右有三四人，武曲同有三人，見羊陀火鈴空劫必克，宜偏室生。

Talwang is in a flourishing position, with two people, but they suffer from calamities in their early years; when Talwang is in the same palace as Ziwēi, there are two people; when Talwang is in the same palace as Lianzhen, there are few descendants; if Talwang meets Hongshen, there are two people; when Talwang is in the same palace as Wuqu, there are three people, with difficulties first and ease later. Juming enters a flourishing position, also with difficulties first and ease later; when Juming is in the same palace as Taiyang, there are one or two sons who are easy to raise; if accompanied by Qingyang, Tuoluo, Hongshen, and Lingxing, there are few sons; when Juming is in the same palace as Tianji, there is one person, with auspicious stars, there are two people, if accompanied by Dikong and Diejie, there are none. Tianxiang guards the children's palace, without Qingyang, Tuoluo, Hongshen, Lingxing, there are two sons who can become accomplished; if there are malevolent stars, they should first adopt a son as the eldest, then have one or two sons; when Tianxiang is in the same palace as Ziwēi, if there are also Wenchang, Wenqu, Zuofu, Youbi, there are three or four people; when Tianxiang is in the same palace as Wuqu, there are three people; if there are Qingyang, Tuoluo, Hongshen, Lingxing, Dikong, Diejie, it will cause calamities, it is better for the sons to be born from a concubine.

天梁廟旺二人，加羊陀火鈴空劫早克，天同同加昌曲左右吉星有三人，天機同有二人，加羊陀火鈴空劫全無。七殺主孤一人之分，紫微同再吉星有三人，見羊陀火鈴空劫全無，縱有不成器，必強橫敗家之子。破軍入廟三人，剛強之子，紫微同三人，武曲同加昌曲左右有三人，廉貞同一人，見羊陀相生有制，無制見空劫火陀少子。

When Tian Liang is in a temple or strong position, there are two sons. If it is joined with Qing Yang, Duo Luo, Huo Xing, Ling Xing, Di Kong, and Di Jie, there will be early years of punishment and conflict. If it is with Tian Tong in the same palace and further joined with Wen Chang, Wen Qu, Zuo Fu, You Bi, and other auspicious stars, there will be three sons. If it is with Tian Ji in the same palace, there will be two sons. If it is joined with Qing Yang, Duo Luo, Huo Xing, Ling Xing, Di Kong, and Di Jie, there will be none. Qi Sha is associated with loneliness, and there will be only one son. If it is with Zi Wei in the same palace and further joined with auspicious stars, there will be three sons. If it is joined with Qing Yang, Duo Luo, Huo Xing, Ling Xing, Di Kong, and Di Jie, there will be none, even if there are sons, they will not be capable and will be rebellious and wasteful. Po Jun in a temple position will have three sons, who are strong-willed. If it is with Zi Wei in the same palace, there will be three sons. If it is with Wu Qu in the same palace and further joined with Wen Chang, Wen Qu, Zuo Fu, You Bi, there will be three sons. If it is with Lian Zhen in the same palace, there will be one son. If Qing Yang and Duo Luo are seen and are in mutual generation with the palace and are controlled, it is still acceptable. If there is no control and Qing Yang, Duo Luo, Di Kong, Di Jie, Huo Xing are seen, the number of sons will be few.

左輔單居男三女一，見紫微天府諸吉星主貴子，見破殺羊陀火鈴空劫止二人，有也不成器。右弼三人加吉星有貴子，見羊陀火鈴空劫減半。文昌三人，加吉星更多，有擎陀火鈴空劫只可一子之分。文曲廟旺有四人，陷地有二三人，加擎羊羅陀火鈴子少。

Left Auxiliary star alone in the children's palace indicates three sons and one daughter. If it is accompanied by auspicious stars such as Purple Emperor or Treasury Command, it indicates the birth of a noble son. If it is accompanied by malefic stars such as Broken Army, General Severity, Injury Malefic, Delay and Entanglement Malefic, Violence Malefic, Hidden-Fire Malefic, Void Malefic, or Plunder Malefic, there will only be two children, and even if there are more, they will not be accomplished. Right Auxiliary star indicates three children. If it is accompanied by auspicious stars, it can produce a noble son. If it is accompanied by malefic stars such as Injury Malefic, Delay and Entanglement Malefic, Violence Malefic, Hidden-Fire Malefic, Void Malefic, or Plunder Malefic, the number of children will be halved. Star of Talent and Eloquence indicates three children. If it is accompanied by auspicious stars, there will be even more children. If it is accompanied by malefic stars such as Injury Malefic, Delay and Entanglement Malefic, Violence Malefic, Hidden-Fire Malefic, Void Malefic, or Plunder Malefic, there will only be one son. Star of Examinations and Documents in a flourishing position indicates four children, but in a declining position indicates two or three. If it is combined with Injury Malefic, Delay and Entanglement Malefic, Violence Malefic, Hidden-Fire Malefic, the number of children will be few.

祿存主孤宜庶出一螟蛉之子，加吉星有一人，加火星諸殺孤刑。羊陀陷宮孤單，加吉星廟旺有一人，如對宮有吉星多無殺沖，亦有三四人，見耗殺忌，在本宮絕嗣。火星逢吉同不孤，陷宮加殺刑傷。鈴星獨守孤單，加吉星入廟可許庶出，看對宮吉多二三人。魁鉞單守主有貴子。斗君在子女宮過度，逢吉子女昌盛，逢凶刑剋或子破家。

The Wealth-salary star indicates solitude and is favorable for having a son from a secondary wife or adopting a son (a son taken in as a foster son, as mentioned in the Book of Songs, Xiao Ya, Xiao Wan). If a good star is added, there will be one son. However, if the Malefic of violence and other malefic stars are added, it indicates solitude and conflict. If the Malefic of injury or Malefic of delay and entanglement stars fall in a weak position, they also indicate solitude. If a good star is added and it is in a strong position, there will be one son. If there are many good stars in the opposite palace and no malefic stars interfere, there may be three or four sons. If the Star of great expenditure, various malefic stars, and the Hua Ji star are present in the native's palace, there will be no children. If the Malefic of violence is combined with a good star, it does not indicate solitude. If the Malefic of violence falls in a weak position and is combined with malefic stars, it indicates injury. If the Hidden-fire malefic is alone, it indicates solitude. If a good star is added and it is in a strong position, it is favorable for having a foster son. If there are many good stars in the opposite palace, there may be two or three sons. If the Yang Benefactor or Yin Benefactor stars are alone, they indicate the birth of a noble son. When the Dou Jun star passes through the palace of children, encountering good stars indicates prosperity in children, while encountering evil stars indicates conflict or the birth of a son who will ruin the family.

紫微豐足倉箱，加羊陀火鈴空劫不旺，破軍同先難後易，天相同財帛蓄積，天府同富足終身保守，加左右為財富之官，七殺同加吉財帛橫發。天機勞心費力生財，巨門同鬧中求取，天梁同機關巧計生外財，太陰同陷宮成敗，加羊陀火鈴空劫一生有成有敗。

The Emperor star in the Wealth Palace indicates abundant storage and wealth. If it is joined by the malefics of injury, delay and entanglement, violence, hidden-fire malefic, void malefic, and plunder malefic, the wealth will not flourish. When it is in the same palace as the expenditure star, it is difficult at first but easy later. When it is with the Heaven star, it can accumulate wealth. When it is with the Treasury star, it brings wealth and stability throughout life. If it is further joined by the auxiliary auspicious stars, it can indicate a position in charge of finances. When it is with the General star and joined by auspicious stars, wealth will suddenly increase. The Star of wisdom and adaptability in the Wealth Palace requires effort to gain wealth. When it is with the Dark star, it is suitable to seek wealth in bustling places. When it is with the Shelter star, wealth is obtained through clever schemes. When it is with the Wealth star in a declining palace, success and failure are uncertain. If joined by the malefics of injury, delay and entanglement, violence, hidden-fire malefic, void malefic, and plunder malefic, there will be both success and failure in life.

太陽入廟豐足，陷宮勞碌不遂，太陰同加左右吉星發財不小，祿存同操心得財玫大富，巨門同早年成敗中未充盈。武曲豐足化吉有鉅萬家資，無吉加鬧中進財，破軍同東來西去先無後有，天相同財帛豐盈，遇貴生財成家，七殺同白手生財成家，貪狼同三十年後方發財，加羊陀火鈴不聚極怕空亡。

The Star of Brightness and Prestige in its proper position in the Wealth and Resources palace indicates abundant wealth; if it falls in a weak position, there will be toil without satisfaction. When it is in the same palace as the Wealth Star and Mother Star, along with the Auxiliary Auspicious Stars Left Assistant and Right Assistant, great wealth is obtained. When it is in the same palace as the Wealth-Salary Star, one must exert effort and worry to gain wealth, but can achieve great riches. When it is in the same palace as the Dark Star and Star of Speech, there will be repeated success and failure in early years, and wealth will gradually increase in middle age. The Wealth Star and General Star in the Wealth and Resources palace indicates abundance; if it is transformed into a favorable star, one can have great wealth. Even without favorable stars, one can gain wealth in bustling places. When it is in the same palace as the Expenditure Star and Vanguard Star, wealth comes from one direction and goes to another, with initial lack and later gain. When it is in the same palace as the Seal Star and Star of Livelihood, wealth is abundant and one can meet the Nobleman for assistance in gaining wealth and establishing a family. When it is in the same palace as the General Star and Star of Severity, one can build a family from scratch. When it is in the same palace as the Star of Romance and Desire, wealth is obtained only after the age of thirty. If accompanied by the Malefics of Injury, Delay and Entanglement, Violence, and Hidden-Fire Malefic, wealth cannot be retained, especially when the Kongwang is present.

天同白手生財晚發，巨門同財氣進退，天梁同財大旺，加四殺空劫或九流人生財成家。廉貞在申寅宮鬧中生財，陷宮先難後易，貪狼生橫發橫破，見羊火極生橫進之財，七殺同鬧中取，天相同富足倉箱，如耗劫天空常在官府中破財。

The star Tian Tong is in the wealth and treasure palace, indicating wealth gained from scratch, but success comes later. When combined with the star Ju Men, the flow of wealth fluctuates. When combined with Tian Liang, the wealth flourishes greatly. If accompanied by the four malefics Qing Yang, Duo Luo, Huo Xing, and Ling Xing, along with Di Kong and Di Jie, or if one is engaged in the nine streams of skills and professions, one can accumulate wealth and establish a family. Lian Zhen sitting in the Sheng or Yin palace brings wealth from bustling places; if it is in a fallen palace, difficulties come first but then ease follows. When combined with Tan Lang, wealth fluctuates greatly. If accompanied by Qing Yang or Huo Xing, unexpected wealth comes easily. When combined with Qi Sha, wealth is obtained from bustling places. When combined with Tian Tong, the granaries are full. However, if encountering Da Hao, Di Jie, or Tian Kong, one often loses money in government offices.

天府富足，見羊陀火鈴空劫有成敗，紫微同巨積，廉貞武曲同加權祿為富奢翁。太陰入廟富足倉箱，陷宮成敗不聚，太陽同先少後多，天機同白手生財成家，天同同財旺生身，祿存兼左右同主大富。

The Treasury star and command star in the wealth and treasure palace indicates wealth and abundance. If the stars Malefic of injury, Malefic of delay and entanglement, Malefic of violence, Hidden-fire malefic, Void malefic, or Plunder malefic are present, there will be both success and failure. When Treasury star and command star is in the same palace as The Emperor star, it indicates the ability to accumulate great wealth. If Treasury star and command star is in the same palace as Lian Zhen and Wealth star and general star, and also has the effects of Hua Quan and Hua Lu, it indicates becoming a wealthy and luxurious person. When Wealth star and mother star is in its proper position, the granaries are full and wealth is abundant. If Wealth star and mother star is in an unfavorable position, there will be constant success and failure, and wealth cannot be retained. When Star of brightness and prestige is in the same palace, wealth increases from little to much. When Star of wisdom and adaptability is in the same palace, one can achieve wealth from nothing and establish a family. When Star of blessings is in the same palace, wealth is abundant and can support one's body. If Wealth-salary star, Auxiliary auspicious star, and Auxiliary auspicious star are also present, it indicates great wealth.

貪狼廟旺橫發，陷地貧窮，紫微同守現成，家計自後更豐盈，見火星三十年前成敗，三十年後橫發。巨門白手生財成家，宜鬧中取，氣高之人橫破，太陽同入廟守見成家計，天機同財氣生身，所作不一，天同同白手成家，九流人吉，加羊陀火鈴空劫破財多端。

Talwang in a flourishing position brings sudden wealth, but if it falls in a declining position, it leads to poverty. If Talwang is in the same palace as Ziwēi, it can preserve existing family property, and family finances will become more abundant afterwards. If Mars is present, there will be repeated success and failure before the age of thirty, but after thirty, sudden wealth will come. Jumén guarding the wealth palace allows one to accumulate wealth from nothing and establish a family, preferably by earning money in bustling places. Those with high self-esteem may suffer sudden losses. If Jumén is in the same palace as Taiyáng and is in a flourishing position, it can preserve existing family property. If Jumén is in the same palace as Tianji, the wealth is sufficient for sustenance, but the person engages in multiple trades. If Jumén is in the same palace as Tian Tong, it allows one to build a family from nothing, and it is especially auspicious for those engaged in miscellaneous skills. If Talwang is combined with Qingyang, Tuoluo, Mars, Lingxing, Di Kong, and Di Jie, there will be numerous names of financial loss.

天相富足，紫微同財氣橫進，武曲同加四殺百工生財，廉貞同商賈生財，加羊陀火鈴空劫耗忌，成敗無積聚。天梁富足入廟上等富貴，陷宮辛勤求財度日，天同同白手生財勝祖，天機同勞心用力發財不多，更改方見成家，加羊陀火鈴空劫，先難後易僅足度日。

The star Tian Xiang governing the Wealth Palace indicates wealth and prosperity; when it is in conjunction with Zi Wei, there is a sudden increase in wealth. When it is with Wu Qu, and combined with the four evils, wealth is generated through various skills. When it is with Lian Zhen, wealth comes from business. If it is combined with Qing Yang, Duo Luo, Huo Xing, Ling Xing, Di Kong, Di Jie, Da Hao, and Hua Ji, success and failure are uncertain, and wealth is hard to retain. The star Tian Liang governing the Wealth Palace also indicates wealth, and when it is in its prime position, it brings supreme wealth and honor. When it is in a declining position, one must work hard to earn money and barely manage to live. When it is with Tian Tong, one can achieve wealth from nothing, surpassing ancestors. When it is with Tian Ji, one must work hard and expend much effort to gain little wealth, and must change direction to establish a family. If it is combined with Qing Yang, Duo Luo, Huo Xing, Ling Xing, Di Kong, Di Jie, success comes after difficulty, and only enough to live on.

破軍在子午宮，多有金銀寶貝蓄積，辰戌旺宮亦財盛，陷宮破不祖聚，武曲同守巳亥宮，東來西去，紫微同先去後生，廉貞同勞碌生財，先難後遂，加空劫極貧。文昌富足倉箱，加吉星財氣旺，巨門同富，陷地將同陀火鈴空敗寒儒輩。文曲入廟富足，加吉星得貴人財，加羊陀火鈴空劫家忌，東來西去成敗不遂。

Pòjūn sitting in the Zi and Wu palaces has much accumulation of gold and silver treasures; sitting in the Chen and Xu palaces also has abundant wealth; if it falls in a declining palace, it causes destruction of ancestral property and inability to accumulate wealth; when it shares the palace with Wuqu, the wealth comes and goes in the Si and Hai palaces; when it shares the palace with Ziwēi, it first causes destruction and then regenerates; when it shares the palace with Lianzhen, one must work hard and be busy to gain wealth, with difficulties first and then smoothness; if it joins with Di Kong and Di Jie, it becomes extremely poor. Wen Chang guarding the wealth palace leads to abundant grain and storage; when joined with auspicious stars, the wealth flourishes; when sharing the palace with Jumen, it leads to wealth; if it falls in a declining palace and joins with Tuo Luo, Huo Xing, Ling Xing, Di Kong, Di Jie and Hua Ji, it results in poverty and being a poor scholar. Wen Qu enters its proper palace and leads to wealth; when joined with auspicious stars, one can receive money from noblemen; if it joins with Qingyang, Tuo Luo, Huo Xing, Ling Xing, Di Kong, Di Jie and Hua Ji, the wealth comes and goes, and success and failure are not satisfying.

左輔右弼，諸宮富足，會諸吉星得貴人財，加羊陀火鈴空劫耗忌，主成敗而不聚。祿存富足倉箱堆金積玉，加吉美不待勞而財自加，羊陀火鈴空劫耗忌先無後有。擎羊辰戌丑未宮鬧中生財，陷地破祖不聚終不能發達，只魚鹽汙垢中生財。陀羅鬧中生財，陷宮辛勤求財度日，加空劫東來西去。火星獨守橫發橫破，陷宮辛勤，加吉星財多遂志。鈴星入廟獨守橫發，陷地孤寒辛苦度日。魁鉞主清高中生財一生遂意。斗君遇吉其月發財。遇凶惡空劫耗忌星其月損財，招口舌官非為財而逃。

Left Auxiliary and Right Assistant stars in any palace indicate wealth and prosperity. When combined with many auspicious stars, they can bring wealth from noblemen. However, if they are joined with Qingyang, Tuoluo, Huoxing, Lingxing, Di Kong, Di Jie, Da Hao, and Hua Ji, it indicates repeated success and failure, and the inability to retain wealth.Wealth-salary star indicates abundance in storage and wealth accumulated in gold and jade. When combined with auspicious stars, it is even better, and wealth comes naturally without effort. If combined with Qingyang, Tuoluo, Huoxing, Lingxing, Di Kong, Di Jie, Da Hao, and Hua Ji, it means there will be nothing at first and then something later. Qingyang in the palaces of Chen, Xu, Chou, and Wei can generate wealth in busy places. However, if it is in a declining palace, it causes the destruction of ancestral property, the inability to retain wealth, and ultimately failure to achieve success, only able to earn money in dirty trades like fishing and salt. Tuoluo generates wealth in busy places. If it is in a declining palace, it requires hard work to earn money and barely manages to live. When combined with Di Kong and Di Jie, money comes and goes. Huoxing alone indicates sudden success and failure. If it is in a declining palace, it brings hardship and toil. When combined with auspicious stars, it brings abundant wealth and satisfaction. Lingxing in its proper palace alone indicates sudden wealth. If it is in a declining palace, it leads to poverty and hardship. Tiankui and Tianyue indicate wealth generated through noble and high paths, with a life of contentment. When the Duke Star passes through the Wealth Palace and meets auspicious stars, wealth is gained in this month. However, if it meets evil stars along with Di Kong, Di Jie, Da Hao, and Hua Ji, it results in loss of wealth, disputes, and even fleeing due to debt.

先看命宮星曜落陷加羊陀火鈴空劫化忌守照如何，又看疾厄宮星曜善惡廟旺落陷如何斷之。紫微災少，天府同亦少，天相同皮胎勞，如加破軍血氣不和，同羊鈴主有暗疾，加空劫主疢疾心氣疾。天機襁褓多災，陷地頭面破相，巨門同血氣疾，天梁同下部疾，太陰同瘡災，加羊火陷宮有目疾，四肢無力。

To determine health issues, first check whether the stars in the Life Palace are in a fallen position, and whether they are accompanied by Malefic of injury, Malefic of delay and entanglement, Malefic of violence, Hidden-fire malefic, Void malefic, or Plunder malefic, or have Hua Ji (transformed adversity). Then examine the stars in the Health Palace to determine if they are good or evil, and whether they are in a strong or fallen position. Based on this, make a judgment. If The Emperor star is in the Health Palace, there are few diseases. If Treasury star and command star is in the same Palace, there are also few diseases. If The Emperor star and Star of blessings are in the same Palace, it indicates skin diseases. If Expenditure star and vanguard star is added, it indicates irregular blood and qi. If Malefic of injury and Hidden-fire malefic are in the same Palace, it indicates hidden diseases. If Void malefic and Plunder malefic are added, it indicates internal heat and weak heart qi. If Star of wisdom and adaptability is in the Health Palace, there are many diseases from infancy. If it is in a fallen position, there may be facial injuries. If it is with Dark star and star of speech, it indicates blood and qi disorders. If it is with Shelter star and longevity star, it indicates lower body diseases. If it is with Wealth star and mother star, it indicates sores and ulcers. If Malefic of injury, Malefic of violence are added and it is in a fallen position, there may be eye diseases and weakness in limbs.

太陽頭風，太陰同加化忌，羊陀主眼目有傷，陷宮亦主目疾欠光明。武曲襁褓災迍手足頭面有傷，羊陀同一生常有災，天相同招暗疾，七殺同血疾，貪狼同廟旺無疾，陷地加四殺，眼手足疾痔疾瘋瘡。天同入廟災少，巨門同心氣疾，太陰同加羊火血氣疾，天梁同加四殺心氣疾。

The Star of Brightness and Prestige in the Health and Illness palace indicates headaches. If it is joined by the Star of Wealth and Mother and there is also a change of ill fortune, or if the Malefic of Injury or the Malefic of Delay and Entanglement are present, it indicates eye injuries. If it is in a declining position, it also indicates eye diseases and poor vision. The Wealth and General Star in the Health and Illness palace indicates disasters in infancy, with frequent injuries to the hands, feet, head, and face. If it is joined by the Malefic of Injury or the Malefic of Delay and Entanglement, there will be constant illness throughout life. If it is joined by the Star of Blessings, it indicates hidden diseases. If it is joined by the General Star and Star of Severity, it indicates blood disorders. If it is joined by the Star of Romance and Desire and is in a flourishing position, there will be no illness, but if it is in a declining position and joined by four evils, it indicates eye diseases, disorders of the hands and feet, hemorrhoids, and skin diseases. The Star of Blessings in a flourishing position indicates fewer disasters and diseases. If it is joined by the Dark Star and Star of Speech, it indicates heart-related illnesses. If it is joined by the Star of Wealth and Mother and also by the Malefic of Injury and the Malefic of Violence, it indicates blood and qi disorders. If it is joined by the Shelter Star and Longevity Star and also by four evils, it also indicates heart-related illnesses.

廉貞襁褓災瘡腰足之疾，入廟加吉和平，遇貪狼同，陷地眼疾災多，七殺破軍天府同災少。天府災少臨災有救，紫微同災少，加羊陀火鈴空劫有瘋疾，廉貞同加劫殺空亡，半途傷殘。

Lianzhen occupying the Disease and Injury palace indicates that there will be calamities, diseases, and sores from childhood, along with ailments in the waist and legs. If it is in its proper position and accompanied by auspicious stars, it will be peaceful and free from troubles. If it is with Tanlang in the same palace and in a fallen position, it mainly indicates eye diseases and numerous calamities. If it is with Qishash, Pojun, and Tianfu in the same palace, the number of diseases will be fewer. Tianfu occupying the Disease and Injury palace indicates fewer diseases, and even if there are diseases, there will be remedies. If it is with Ziwei in the same palace, the calamities will be fewer. If it is combined with Qingyang, Tuoluo, Huoxing, Lingxing, Di Kong, and Dijie, there will be wind diseases. If it is with Lianzhen in the same palace and further combined with Di Jie, various malefics, and Kongwang, it indicates injuries and disabilities during the journey.

太陰廟旺無災，陷地災多主勞傷之症，女人主大傷殘，若太陽同加吉美一生災少，羊陀火鈴眼目疾，加空劫有瘋疾，天同同加羊陀，陷宮主加症同火鈴多災。巨門少年膿血之厄，太陽同有頭瘋疽，天同同下部主有瘋症，加羊火酒免之疾，加忌有耳目之憂。

The Star of Wealth and Mother is auspicious when it is in its native place and strong, causing no calamity; but when it falls in a weak or afflicted position, it brings many diseases, mainly internal injuries and exhaustion, and for women, it may lead to serious disabilities. If it is in the same palace as the Star of Brightness and Prestige along with beneficial stars, the person will experience very few illnesses throughout their life. However, if it is accompanied by the Malefic of Injury, the Malefic of Delay and Entanglement, the Malefic of Violence, or the Hidden-Fire Malefic, it indicates eye diseases. Adding the Void Malefic or the Plunder Malefic suggests wind-related illnesses. If the Star of Wealth and Mother is in the same palace as the Star of Blessings along with the Malefic of Injury and the Malefic of Delay and Entanglement, and it is in a weak position, the illness becomes more severe. If it is combined with the Malefic of Violence and the Hidden-Fire Malefic, there will be many misfortunes. When the Dark Star and Star of Speech is in the palace of illness, there is a risk of pus and blood disorders in youth. If it is in the same palace as the Star of Brightness and Prestige, it indicates head-related ailments such as wind toxins, sores, and abscesses. If it is in the same palace as the Star of Blessings, it suggests wind disorders in the lower body. Adding the Malefic of Injury and the Malefic of Violence indicates diseases caused by excessive indulgence in alcohol and lust. If the Star of Wealth and Mother is combined with the Changing Malefic of Harm, there will be afflictions related to the ears and eyes.

天相災少面皮黃腫血氣之疾，紫微同災少，武曲同加四殺破相，廉貞同加空劫手足傷。七殺幼年多災，長主痔疾，武曲同加四殺手足傷殘，廉貞同主目疾，加擎羊四肢有傷殘。破軍幼年瘡癩濃血羸黃，武曲同目視疾，紫微同災少，廉貞同加羊火四肢有傷殘。

The star Tian Xiang in the illness and disease palace indicates minor illness, mainly characterized by yellow and swollen skin, which belongs to disorders of blood and qi. When Tian Xiang is in the same palace as Zi Wei, the disasters are less. When Tian Xiang is in the same palace as Wu Qu, with the addition of four malefics, it indicates physical disfigurement. When Tian Xiang is in the same palace as Lian Zhen, with the addition of Di Kong and Di Jie, it indicates injury to the hands and feet. The star Qi Sha in the illness and disease palace indicates many troubles in childhood, and in adulthood, it mainly causes hemorrhoids. When Qi Sha is in the same palace as Wu Qu, with the addition of four malefics, it indicates injury to the hands and feet. When Qi Sha is in the same palace as Lian Zhen, it mainly causes eye diseases; with the addition of Qing Yang and Huo Xing, it indicates injury to the limbs. The star Po Jun in the illness and disease palace indicates sores, rashes, oozing and bleeding, weakness, and yellowish complexion in childhood. When Po Jun is in the same palace as Wu Qu, it indicates eye disease. When Po Jun is in the same palace as Zi Wei, the disasters are less. When Po Jun is in the same palace as Lian Zhen, with the addition of Qing Yang and Huo Xing, it indicates injury to the limbs.

文昌獨守災少，加羊陀火鈴空劫災多，同諸吉星一生無災。文曲災少加吉星一世無災，加羊陀火鈴空劫，坐陷宮災有。左輔獨守平和，加吉星災少，見羊陀火鈴空劫常有災。右弼獨守逢災有救，見羊陀火鈴空劫災多。祿存少年多災，加吉星災少，見羊陀火鈴四肢必傷殘，加空劫玫暗疾延生。陀羅幼年災，磨唇齒頭面，有傷破方可延壽。擎羊有頭瘋之症，或四肢欠力，頭面破相延壽，加吉星災少。羊鈴主一生災少，身體健旺伶俐。斗君遇吉身心安寧其年無災。遇凶殺本生人有畏忌其年多災。

The Star of Examinations and Documents alone in the illness and injury house indicates few illnesses; if combined with the Malefic of Injury, Malefic of Delay and Entanglement, Malefic of Violence, Hidden-fire Malefic, Void Malefic, and Plunder Malefic, there will be many illnesses; if joined with other auspicious stars, there will be no illness throughout life. The Star of Talent and Eloquence has few illnesses; if combined with auspicious stars, there will be no illness throughout life; if combined with the Malefic of Injury, Malefic of Delay and Entanglement, Malefic of Violence, Hidden-fire Malefic, Void Malefic, and Plunder Malefic, and if it is in a declining palace, there will be illness. The Auxiliary Auspicious Star alone in the illness and injury house indicates a healthy body; if combined with auspicious stars, illness is less; if encountering the Malefic of Injury, Malefic of Delay and Entanglement, Malefic of Violence, Hidden-fire Malefic, Void Malefic, and Plunder Malefic, there will be constant illness. The Auxiliary Auspicious Star alone in the illness and injury house, when encountering disaster, there is still some relief; if encountering the Malefic of Injury, Malefic of Delay and Entanglement, Malefic of Violence, Hidden-fire Malefic, Void Malefic, and Plunder Malefic, there will be more illness. The Wealth-Salary Star in the illness and injury house indicates many illnesses in youth; if combined with auspicious stars, illness is less; if encountering the Malefic of Injury, Malefic of Delay and Entanglement, Malefic of Violence, Hidden-fire Malefic, there will be injuries to the limbs; if combined with Void Malefic and Plunder Malefic, one will suffer from hidden illness throughout life. The Malefic of Delay and Entanglement indicates illness in childhood, with damage to the lips, teeth, head, and face; one must have some injury on the body to prolong life. The Malefic of Injury indicates headaches or weakness in the limbs; one must have some injury on the head or face to prolong life; if combined with auspicious stars, illness is less. If the Malefic of Injury and Hidden-fire Malefic receive auspicious support, they indicate a life with few illnesses and a healthy, vigorous body. When the Star of the Constellation passes through the illness and injury house and encounters auspicious stars, the person will have peace of mind and body, with no illness that year; if encountering malevolent stars, those whose original destiny has a dislike for these stars will have many illnesses and misfortunes that year.

紫微同左右出外貴人扶持發福，天府同出入通達，天相同在外發財，破軍同貴人見愛，小人不足，加羊陀火鈴空劫在外不安靜。天機出外遇貴居家有是非，巨門同動中則吉，天梁同出外稱意，太陰同忙中吉，加羊陀火鈴在外多是非身不安靜。

When the Emperor star is in the Migration palace along with Left Assistant and Right Assistant stars, going out will have noble support and bring happiness; when it is in the same palace as the Treasury star, movement and travel will be unimpeded; when it is in the same palace as the Heaven star, one can become wealthy abroad; when it is in the same palace as the Expenditure star, although one may be favored by noble people, they will not be accepted by small people; if it is joined by the Malefic of Injury, Malefic of Delay and Entanglement, Malefic of Violence, Hidden-fire Malefic, Void Malefic, and Plunder Malefic, then one will not find peace abroad. When the Star of Wisdom and Adaptability is in the Migration palace, going out will meet noble people, but staying at home will bring disputes; when it is in the same palace as the Dark star, moving around will be auspicious; when it is in the same palace as the Shelter star, going out will bring satisfaction; when it is in the same palace as the Wealth star, one will receive good fortune amidst busyness; if it is joined by the Malefic of Injury, Malefic of Delay and Entanglement, Malefic of Violence, and Hidden-fire Malefic, then one will face many disputes abroad and have mental and physical unrest.

太陽宜出外發福不耐靜守，太陰同出外忙中吉，巨門勞心，加羊陀火鈴空劫在外心身不清閒。武曲鬧忙中進少不宜靜守，貪狼同作鉅商，七殺破軍同身心不得靜守，加羊陀火鈴在外招是非。天同出外遇貴人扶持，巨門同勞心，太陰同辛苦，天梁同貴人見愛，加羊陀火鈴空劫在外少遂志。

The Star of Brightness and Prestige in the Migration Palace indicates favorable conditions for going abroad to achieve success and enjoy happiness; it is not suitable for staying in one's current position and relying on past achievements. When it is in conjunction with the Wealth Star and Mother Star, going abroad brings good fortune amidst busyness. When it is in conjunction with the Dark Star and Star of Speech, one will be preoccupied with mental exertion. If it is joined by the Malefic of Injury, Malefic of Delay and Entanglement, Malefic of Violence, Hidden-Fire Malefic, Void Malefic, or Plunder Malefic, one will find no peace in mind or body while abroad. The Wealth Star and General Star in the Migration Palace indicates striving amidst noise and activity, even if the rewards are not great, it is not suitable to remain inactive. When it is in conjunction with the Star of Romance and Desire, one can become a successful merchant. When it is in conjunction with the General Star and Star of Severity, or the Expenditure Star and Vanguard Star, one's mind and body will not find rest. If it is joined by the Malefic of Injury, Malefic of Delay and Entanglement, Malefic of Violence, or Hidden-Fire Malefic, one will encounter disputes while abroad. The Star of Blessings in the Migration Palace indicates encountering a Nobleman who will support one while traveling. When it is in conjunction with the Dark Star and Star of Speech, one will be preoccupied with mental exertion. When it is in conjunction with the Wealth Star and Mother Star, one will face hardship. When it is in conjunction with the Shelter Star and Longevity Star, one will be favored by Noblemen. If it is joined by the Malefic of Injury, Malefic of Delay and Entanglement, Malefic of Violence, Hidden-Fire Malefic, Void Malefic, or Plunder Malefic, one will find it difficult to achieve one's desires while abroad.

廉貞出外通達近貴，在家日少，貪狼同鬧中立腳，七殺同在外廣招財，天相同動中則吉，加羊陀並三方有凶殺死於外道。天府出外遇貴人扶持，同紫微發福，廉貞武曲鬧中取財作鉅商。

Lianzhen in the Migration House indicates smooth travel and the ability to meet noblemen when going out, but one spends less time at home. When Lianzhen is with Ganleng in the same house, one can establish oneself in bustling places. When with Qishash in the same house, one can gain wealth widely while away. When with Tianxiang in the same house, traveling becomes auspicious. If there are also Qingyang and Tuoluo, and if there are also malevolent stars in the three directions, it indicates death away from home on the road. Tianfu in the Migration House indicates meeting noblemen for support when traveling. When with Ziwei in the same house, one can achieve success and enjoy happiness. When with Lianzhen and Wuqu in the same house, one can gain wealth in bustling places and can become a great merchant.

太陰入廟出外遇貴發財，陷宮招是非，太陽同極美，太陰同欠寧靜，天同同在廟旺地出外白手生財成家。貪狼獨守在外勞碌，鬧中橫進財，廉貞同加四殺，在外艱難，武曲同作鉅商，加羊陀火鈴空劫耗殺流年遭兵劫掠。巨門出外勞心不安，與人不足多是非，加羊陀火鈴空劫愈甚。

The star Wealth star and mother star in its exalted position in the migration palace indicates that one can meet noblemen and gain wealth when going abroad; if it is in a fallen position, it brings disputes and troubles. When Wealth star and mother star is in the same palace as Star of brightness and prestige, the situation is very harmonious. If Wealth star and mother star is in the same palace as itself, there is a lack of peace and stability. If Wealth star and mother star is in the same palace as Star of blessings and is in its exalted position, one can start a family from scratch when going abroad. If Star of romance and desire is alone in the migration palace, one will work hard and travel much, but may suddenly gain unexpected wealth in busy places. If Star of romance and desire is in the same palace as Lian Zhen and accompanied by four evils, the situation abroad is difficult. If Star of romance and desire is in the same palace as Wealth star and general star, one can become a big merchant. If Star of romance and desire is accompanied by Malefic of injury, Malefic of delay and entanglement, Malefic of violence, Hidden-fire malefic, Void malefic, Plunder malefic, Star of great expenditure and other evils, there is a risk of military disaster and plunder when the current year arrives. If Dark star and star of speech is in the migration palace, one will be anxious and restless when going abroad, have difficulty getting along with others, and often attract disputes. If it is accompanied by Malefic of injury, Malefic of delay and entanglement, Malefic of violence, Hidden-fire malefic, Void malefic, Plunder malefic, the situation becomes even worse.

天相出外貴人提撕，紫微同吉利，武曲同在外發財，廉貞同加羊陀火鈴招是非小人不足。天梁出外近貴貴人成就，天同同福厚，天機同藝術途中走。七殺在外日多，在家日少，武曲同動中則吉，廉貞同在外生財，紫微同在外多遂志，加羊陀火鈴空劫又操心不寧或流蕩天涯。破軍出外勞心不寧，入廟在外崢嶸，加羊陀火鈴，奔馳巧藝走途中，加文昌文曲武曲相會優伶之人。

When the star Tian Xiang is in the Migration Palace, going out brings the support and guidance of a nobleman; when it is with the star Zǐwēi, it is auspicious; when it is with Wuqu, one can become wealthy while abroad; when it is with Lianzhen and also with Qingyang, Tuo Luo, Huoxing, and Lingxing, one will attract troubles and not be accepted by villains. When Tian Liang is in the Migration Palace, going out allows one to get close to noblemen and receive their support; when it is with Tian Tong, one has great fortune; when it is with Tian Ji, one can make a living through skills and craftsmanship while traveling. When Qi Sha is in the Migration Palace, one spends more time away from home and less at home; when it is with Wuqu, traveling is auspicious; when it is with Lianzhen, one can gain wealth while abroad; when it is with Zǐwēi, one can achieve one's wishes while away; but if it is joined with Qingyang, Tuo Luo, Huoxing, Lingxing, Di Kong, and Di Jie, one will be troubled and restless, possibly even wandering far from home. When Po Jun is in the Migration Palace, going out brings worry and restlessness; when it is in its proper position, one can achieve success while abroad; if it is joined with Qingyang, Tuo Luo, Huoxing, and Lingxing, one will travel widely and make a living through skillful arts on the road; if it is joined with Wen Chang, Wen Qu, and Wuqu, one is likely to be a performer or entertainer.

文昌出外遇貴發達，小人不足，加羊陀火鈴空劫在外欠安寧。文曲在外近貴，加吉星得財，加羊陀火鈴少遂志。左輔動中貴人扶持發福，加羊陀火鈴下人不足多招是非。右弼出外遇貴人扶持發達，不宜靜守，加羊陀火鈴空劫，在外與人有爭競。

The Star of Examinations and Documents in the Migration House indicates encountering a Nobleman while traveling and achieving success, but it is not accepted by small people. If combined with the Malefic of Injury, Malefic of Delay and Entanglement, Malefic of Violence, Hidden-fire Malefic, Void Malefic, and Plunder Malefic, there will be instability while away. The Star of Talent and Eloquence in the Migration House can bring proximity to a Nobleman and gain wealth when combined with auspicious stars; however, when combined with the Malefic of Injury, Malefic of Delay and Entanglement, Malefic of Violence, and Hidden-fire Malefic, it is difficult to achieve one's desires. The Auxiliary Auspicious Star in the Migration House indicates receiving support from a Nobleman upon movement and enjoying blessings; however, when combined with the Malefic of Injury, Malefic of Delay and Entanglement, Malefic of Violence, and Hidden-fire Malefic, subordinates are not helpful and there is much trouble. The Auxiliary Auspicious Star in the Migration House indicates encountering a Nobleman's support while traveling and achieving success, but it is not suitable for staying still and being inactive; when combined with the Malefic of Injury, Malefic of Delay and Entanglement, Malefic of Violence, Hidden-fire Malefic, Void Malefic, and Plunder Malefic, there will be frequent disputes with others.

祿存出外衣祿遂心，會羊陀火鈴空劫與人多不足意。擎羊入廟在外衣祿遂心，加吉星鬧中發財，陷地有成下人多不足。陀羅會吉星在外遇貴得財，陷地加羊火鈴星空劫多招是非下人不足。火星獨守出外不安，加吉星鬧中進財，加羊陀空劫招是非在外少遂志。鈴星有吉星同在外吉，加羊火鈴空劫不足招是非。斗君過度遇吉動中吉，遇凶殺動中有口舌。

Wealth-salary star in the migration palace indicates that one can earn a living and receiveofficial stipend with ease when going out. If it is combined with Malefic of injury, Malefic of delay and entanglement, Malefic of violence, Hidden-fire malefic, Void malefic, or Plunder malefic, one will often find it difficult to get along with others. Malefic of injury in its proper position brings good fortune and ease in earning a living when going out; if it is combined with auspicious stars, one can gain wealth in bustling places; if it is in a weak position, although one may achieve some success, subordinates will not be helpful. Malefic of delay and entanglement combined with auspicious stars allows one to meet Nobleman and gain wealth when going out; if it is in a weak position and combined with Malefic of injury, Malefic of violence, Hidden-fire malefic, Void malefic, or Plunder malefic, one will encounter many troubles and subordinates will not be helpful. Malefic of violence alone in the migration palace indicates that one cannot find peace when going out; if combined with auspicious stars, one can gain wealth in bustling places; if combined with Malefic of injury, Malefic of delay and entanglement, Void malefic, or Plunder malefic, one will cause disputes and find it difficult to be satisfied when going out. Hidden-fire malefic combined with auspicious stars indicates good fortune when going out; if combined with Malefic of injury, Malefic of violence, Hidden-fire malefic, Void malefic, or Plunder malefic, one will face many difficulties and cause disputes. If the Dou Jun star passes through the migration palace, encountering auspicious stars indicates good fortune from movement, while encountering Inauspicious Sha indicates disputes from movement.

紫微成行得力，旺主生財，加擎羊火鈴陀羅欠力，破軍同先難後有招，天相同得力，加空劫招怨逃走。天機入廟得力，陷空怨主，天梁同晚招，太陰同欠力，巨門加吉星有奴婢，加擎陀火鈴空劫全難。太陽入廟旺主發，陷宮無分，有也怨主，會走，太陰同多招，巨門同有多招怨，加羊陀火鈴奴則背主。

When the Emperor star is in the Servant's Palace, there are many capable servants who can benefit the master and bring wealth. However, if it is combined with the malefic stars of injury, violence, hidden-fire malefic, and delay and entanglement, the servants will be ineffective. If it is in the same palace as the expenditure star, it will be difficult to obtain servants at first, but they will come later. If it is with the Heaven star, the servants will be effective. If combined with void malefic and plunder malefic, the servants will resent the master and leave. When the Star of wisdom and adaptability is in its proper position, it is effective. If it is in a declining position and meets void, the servants will resent the master. If it is with the Shelter star, servants will be obtained later in life. If it is with the Wealth star, it is ineffective. If it is with the Dark star and combined with auspicious stars, there will be servants. If combined with the malefic stars of injury, delay and entanglement, violence, hidden-fire malefic, void, and plunder, there will be no servants at all. When the Star of brightness and prestige is in its proper position, servants will be numerous and beneficial. If it is in a declining position, there will be no connection, and even if there are servants, they will resent the master and leave. If it is with the Wealth star, there will be many servants. If it is with the Dark star, although many servants are obtained, there will be much resentment. If combined with the malefic stars of injury, delay and entanglement, violence, and hidden-fire malefic, the servants will abandon the master.

武曲旺宮不少，一呼百諾，天府同多奴多婢，破軍同招怨，會走，末年有招，天相同得力，七殺同背主，貪狼同欠力。天同得力旺相，巨門先難後易，太陰同得力，天梁同助主，加羊陀火鈴有背主之奴，若見空劫怨主會走。

The star Wu Qu (Wealth star and general star) in its prosperous palace governing the servant palace indicates many servants, who respond to a single call with a hundred people. When Wealth star and general star is in the same palace as Treasury star and command star, there are many servants. If Wealth star and general star is in the same palace as Expenditure star and vanguard star, servants will cause resentment and may leave, and it will take until old age to acquire servants. When Wealth star and general star is in the same palace as Seal star and star of livelihood, servants are helpful. When Wealth star and general star is in the same palace as General star and star of severity, servants will betray the master. When Wealth star and general star is in the same palace as Star of romance and desire, servants are not helpful. The star Tian Tong (Star of blessings) governing the servant palace indicates servants who are helpful and prosperous. When Star of blessings is in the same palace as Dark star and star of speech, difficulties come first but ease follows. When Star of blessings is in the same palace as Wealth star and mother star, servants are helpful. When Star of blessings is in the same palace as Shelter star and longevity star, servants can assist the master. If Malefic of injury, Malefic of delay and entanglement, Malefic of violence, or Hidden-fire malefic are present, there will be servants who betray the master. If Void malefic or Plunder malefic are present, servants will resent the master and leave.

廉貞陷地奴背主，晚年方招得，入廟一呼百諾，貪狼同欠力，七殺同背主，天同同多奴多婢，加羊陀火鈴不旺，會走。天府得力一呼百諾，紫微同助主天家，武曲同奴僕有，加陀羊火鈴空劫多背主，逃走。太陰廟地得力成行，太陽同多奴多婢，天機同欠力，天同同旺主，加羊陀火鈴空劫，雖有而走，陷地全無。

When Lianzhen falls in an adverse position, the servant will abandon the master, and the master will not find a servant until old age; when it is in a favorable position, the servant will respond to the master's call with great loyalty. If Lianzhen is in the same palace as Tanlang, it is not beneficial. If it is in the same palace as Qishash, the servant will abandon the master. If it is in the same palace as Tian Tong, there will be many servants. If it is combined with Qingyang, Tuoluo, Huoxing, Lingxing, Di Kong, and Dijie, the servants will not be prosperous and may even run away. When Tianfu guards the servant palace, the servants will be helpful and respond to the master's call. If it is in the same palace as Ziwēi, the servants will support the master and protect the family. If it is in the same palace as Wuqu, there will still be servants. If it is combined with Tuoluo, Qingyang, Huoxing, Lingxing, Di Kong, and Dijie, the servants will mostly abandon the master and run away. When Taiyin is in a favorable position, there will be many servants. If it is in the same palace as Taiyang, there will be many servants. If it is in the same palace as Tianji, it is not beneficial. If it is in the same palace as Tian Tong, it will benefit the master. If it is combined with Qingyang, Tuoluo, Huoxing, Lingxing, Di Kong, and Dijie, although there are servants, they will still run away. If it is in an adverse position, there will be none.

貪狼初難招敗主之奴，陷地全無，廉貞同亦少，紫微同之奴婢加羊陀火鈴空劫雖有難育。巨門入廟早年不得力，招是非，不能久居，太陽同助主衛家，天同天一心，天同同末年招得。天相末年招得，紫微同多奴多婢，武曲同怨主，廉貞同末年可招，加羊陀火鈴空劫欠力逃走。天梁奴多旺主，天同同有衛家之奴，天機同不一心。

Tianlong occupies the servant palace, initially difficult to attract servants, and those who come are servants who ruin the master's business; if it falls in a fallen position, there are none; if it is with Lianzhen, there are few; if it is with Ziwēi, there are still servants; if it is combined with Qingyang, Tuoluo, Huoxing, Lingxing, Di Kong, and Dijie, although there are servants, they are hard to keep. Jumen in its temple position, servants are not helpful in early years and bring trouble, and cannot stay long; if it is with Taiyang, servants can help the master protect the family; if it is with Tian Tong, the master and servants are united, and servants are only attracted in old age. Tianxiang occupies the servant palace, servants are only attracted in old age; if it is with Ziwēi, there are many servants; if it is with Wuqu, servants resent the master; if it is with Lianzhen, servants can be attracted in old age; if combined with Qingyang, Tuoluo, Huoxing, Lingxing, Di Kong, and Dijie, servants are not helpful and will run away. Tianliang occupies the servant palace, there are many servants who are beneficial to the master; if it is with Tian Tong, there are servants who guard the family; if it is with Tianji, the master and servants do not have the same heart.

七殺欺主有剛強之僕，多盜家財，武曲同背主，廉貞欠力，加羊陀火鈴空劫全難招。破軍入廟得力，陷宮招怨背主，武曲同違背，紫微同得力，廉貞同欠力，加羊陀火鈴空劫難招。文昌入廟獨守得力助主，加羊陀火鈴空劫雖有背主。文曲入廟得力，陷宮無分，加羊陀火鈴空劫怨主逃走。

Seven Killers in the Servant's Palace indicate that servants may oppress their master, have a strong and stubborn nature, and often steal from the master's property. If Seven Killers is in the same palace as Wu Qu, servants will betray the master. If it is in the same palace as Lian Zhen, it is not effective. If Seven Killers is combined with Qing Yang, Duo Luo, Fire Star, Ling Star, Di Kong, and Di Jie, it is completely difficult to attract servants. If Pò Jūn is in a favorable position, it is effective. If it is in an unfavorable position, servants will cause resentment and betray the master. If Pò Jūn is in the same palace as Wu Qu, servants will be rebellious. If Pò Jūn is in the same palace as Zi Wei, it is effective. If it is in the same palace as Lian Zhen, it is not effective. If combined with Qing Yang, Duo Luo, Fire Star, Ling Star, Di Kong, and Di Jie, it is difficult to attract servants. If Wen Chang is in a favorable position and alone, servants will be effective and helpful to the master. If combined with Qing Yang, Duo Luo, Fire Star, Ling Star, Di Kong, and Di Jie, although there are servants, they will betray the master. If Wen Qu is in a favorable position, it is effective. If it is in an unfavorable position, there is no connection. If combined with Qing Yang, Duo Luo, Fire Star, Ling Star, Di Kong, and Di Jie, servants will resent the master and run away.

左輔獨守旺相一呼百諾，加羊陀火鈴空劫耗忌背主難招。右弼獨守成行，加羊陀火鈴空劫耗忌，背主盜財而走。祿存奴僕多，加吉星衛主起家，見羊陀火鈴耗忌欠力。擎羊背主招怨不得力，有也不長久，入廟晚年方可招。陀羅奴僕欠力怨主，入廟加吉星有分。火星獨守怨主不得力，加吉星入廟可招一二。鈴星獨守不得力，恨主，會吉星入廟，助主衛家，加空劫耗忌全欠力。斗君過度逢吉星則奴僕歸順。逢凶忌耗殺或恨主而走，或凶奴僕而招是非。

When Left Auxiliary is alone and in a prosperous and strong state, it commands great authority, and the servants obey readily. However, if it is combined with Malefic of Injury, Malefic of Delay and Entanglement, Malefic of Violence, Hidden-fire Malefic, Void Malefic, Plunder Malefic, Star of Great Expenditure, and Hua Ji, the servants will turn against the master and be difficult to retain. When Right Auxiliary is alone and in a prosperous and strong state, it has many servants. But if it is combined with the same malefics and Hua Ji, the servants will betray the master and steal his wealth and flee. When Wealth-salary star is in the servant's palace, there are many servants. If it is combined with auspicious stars, it can protect the master and help him establish a prosperous household. However, if it is combined with Malefic of Injury, Malefic of Delay and Entanglement, Malefic of Violence, Star of Great Expenditure, and Hua Ji, it will be ineffective. When Malefic of Injury is in the servant's palace, the servants will turn against the master, cause resentment, and be ineffective. Even if there are servants, they will not last long. If it is in its proper position, servants can be obtained in old age. When Malefic of Delay and Entanglement is in the servant's palace, the servants are ineffective and resent the master. If it is in its proper position and combined with auspicious stars, it is still somewhat fortunate. When Malefic of Violence is alone in the servant's palace, the servants resent the master and are ineffective. If it is combined with auspicious stars and in its proper position, it can attract one or two servants. When Hidden-fire Malefic is alone in the servant's palace, the servants resent the master and are ineffective. If it is combined with auspicious stars and in its proper position, the servants can help the master maintain the household. However, if it is combined with Void Malefic, Plunder Malefic, Star of Great Expenditure, and Hua Ji, it will be completely ineffective. When the Dou Jun (a star) passes through the servant's palace and meets auspicious stars, the servants will obey and be loyal. However, if it meets malevolent stars (malevolent stars), Hua Ji, Star of Great Expenditure, and various malefics, the servants may resent the master and flee, or cause disputes due to wicked servants.

紫微廟旺遇左右昌曲魁鉞，軒勝位至封候伯，加羊陀火鈴平常，天府同權貴名利兩全，天相加內外權貴清正，破軍同鬧中安身。天機入廟權貴，會文曲為良巨，見羊陀火鈴方宜，天梁同文武之材，太陰同名振邊夷，陷宮退官失職，吏員立腳。

When the Emperor star is in a flourishing position in the official position palace and is accompanied by Left Assistant, Right Assistant, Star of Examinations, Star of Talent, Yang Benefactor, and Yin Benefactor, the situation is grand and outstanding, and the official rank can reach the level of a marquis or a duke. If it is combined with Malefic of Injury, Malefic of Delay and Entanglement, Malefic of Violence, and Hidden-fire Malefic, it is only ordinary. When it is in the same palace as the Treasury star, it indicates great power and prestige, with both fame and wealth. When it is combined with the Emperor star, it signifies authority both inside and outside the court, with integrity and virtue. When it is in the same palace as the Expenditure star, it allows one to establish a stable position amidst chaos and busyness. The Star of Wisdom and Adaptability in a flourishing position indicates noble status. When combined with the Star of Talent, it forms a talented person. If it is combined with Malefic of Injury, Malefic of Delay and Entanglement, Malefic of Violence, and Hidden-fire Malefic, it requires a favorable position to be suitable. When it is in the same palace as the Shelter star, it indicates a person skilled in both literature and military affairs. When it is in the same palace as the Wealth star, it brings fame that shakes the borders. If it is in a declining palace, it leads to loss of official position and only allows one to serve as a clerk.

太陽入廟文武為良，不見羊陀火鈴吉，太陰同貴顯，左右昌曲魁鉞同更君科祿權，定居一品之貴。武曲入廟與昌曲左右同宮，武職崢嶸，常人發福，會科權祿為財富之官，貪狼同為貪汙之官，破軍同軍旅內出身，與安身七殺同橫立功名，陷宮及陀鈴劫忌功名無分。

The Star of Brightness and Prestige in its proper position guarding the official position palace indicates good fortune for both civil and military officials; it is considered auspicious if it does not meet with the Malefic of Injury, Malefic of Delay and Entanglement, Malefic of Violence, or Hidden-fire Malefic. When it shares the palace with the Wealth star and Mother star, it signifies high status and prominence. If it further joins with the Auxiliary Auspicious stars, the Star of Examinations and Documents, the Star of Talent and Eloquence, the Yang Benefactor, and the Yin Benefactor, and also meets with the transformed Scholar, transformed Wealth, and transformed Authority, it will certainly result in a position of the highest rank. The Wealth star and General star in its proper position, sharing the palace with the Star of Examinations and Documents, the Star of Talent and Eloquence, and the Auxiliary Auspicious stars, will bring outstanding success in military positions; ordinary people may also benefit. If it meets with transformed Scholar, transformed Authority, and transformed Wealth, it can lead to a position in charge of finance and taxation. When it shares the palace with the Star of Romance and Desire, it is likely to become an official involved in corruption. When it shares the palace with the Expenditure star and Vanguard star, it indicates a background in the military and a secure position within the army. When it shares the palace with the General star and Star of Severity, it suggests achieving fame and distinction amidst turmoil. However, if it is in a declining position or accompanied by the Malefic of Delay and Entanglement, Hidden-fire Malefic, Plunder Malefic, or the transformed Hua Ji, it will have no connection with official rank.

天同入廟文武皆宜，無羊陀火鈴吉，巨門同先小後大，太陽昌曲科權祿吉美天姿，同權貴，太陰同陷宮胥更論。廉貞入廟武職權貴不耐久，貪狼同鬧中權貴，紫微會三方文職諭，七殺同軍旅出身，天相天府同衣錦富貴。天府入廟文武皆吉，無羊陀火鈴空耗全美，紫微同文武聲名，廉貞武曲同權貴，見空劫平常。

When Tian Tong is in its exalted position in the official position palace, it is suitable for both literary and military careers; if there are no Qing Yang, Tu Luo, Huo Xing, or Ling Xing, it is auspicious; when it is in the same palace as Ju Men, it starts small and becomes great, beginning subtly and becoming prominent; when it is in the same palace as the Sun, Wen Chang, and Wen Qu, and also meets Hua Ke, Hua Quan, and Hua Lu, then the natural talent is excellent; those sharing the palace have authority and status; when it is in the same palace as Tai Yin but falls in an inauspicious palace, it should be considered as a government clerk. When Lian Zhen is in its exalted position, there is authority and status in military positions, but it is not long-lasting; when it is in the same palace as Tan Lang, one gains authority and status amidst confusion; when the Purple Micro star is in the three palaces, it should be considered as a civil position; when it is in the same palace as Qi Sha, one comes from military service; when it is in the same palace with Tian Xiang and Tian Fu, one returns in glory, achieving wealth and fame. When Tian Fu is in its exalted position, both literary and military careers are auspicious; if there are no Qing Yang, Tu Luo, Huo Xing, Ling Xing, Di Kong, or Da Hao, it is perfect; when it is in the same palace as the Purple Micro, both literary and military careers have reputation; when it is in the same palace as Lian Zhen and Wu Qu, it commands authority and status; if there are Di Kong and Di Jie, it is only ordinary.

太陰入廟多貴，陷地氣高橫破難顯達，會太陽昌曲左右三品之貴，天同同文武皆宜，天機同鬧中進身吏員立腳。貪狼入廟遇火鈴武職掌大權，紫微同文武之職權貴非小，陷宮貪汙之官，加羊陀空劫平常。巨門入廟武職權貴，文人不耐久，太陽同有進退，入廟久長，天機同在卯宮吉美，在酉宮雖美無始終，陷宮遭悔吝，加羊陀火鈴空劫更不美，退宮卸職。

Too Yin in its proper position guarding the official position palace often indicates great honor and prominence; if it falls in an adverse position, although the mind is lofty, it will suffer setbacks and find it difficult to achieve success. When combined with the Sun, Wen Chang, Wen Qu, Zuo Fu, and You Bi, one can attain a rank of third class. When sharing the palace with Tian Tong, both civil and military careers are suitable. When sharing the palace with Tian Ji, one can rise in a chaotic environment and establish a position as a clerk. Tan Lang in its proper position, when encountering the Fire Star and Ling Star, can wield great power in military positions; when sharing the palace with Zi Wei, both civil and military positions carry significant authority. If it falls in an adverse position, it tends to lead to corrupt officials. When combined with Qing Yang, Duo Luo, Di Kong, and Di Jie, it is only average. Ju Men in its proper position brings authority and prestige in military positions, but not longevity in literary circles. When sharing the palace with the Sun, there is fluctuation in official career, and only when in its proper position can it last long. When sharing the palace with Tian Ji, sitting in the Mao Palace (Mao Palace) is auspicious, but sitting in the You Palace (You Palace) is beautiful yet has no lasting result. If it falls in an adverse position, one will suffer regret and disgrace. When combined with Qing Yang, Duo Luo, Fire Star, Ling Star, Di Kong, and Di Jie, it becomes even worse, indicating leaving the official post and resigning from duty.

天相入廟文武皆宜食祿千鍾，陷地成敗，紫微同權貴，昌曲左右同權顯榮貴，武曲同邊夷之職，廉貞同崢嶸權貴，加羊陀火鈴空劫有貶謫。天梁廟午會左右魁鉞，文武之材，天同同權貴不小，天機同崢嶸貴顯，加羊陀火鈴空劫平。七殺廟旺武職崢嶸權貴非小，不宜文人，武曲同權貴，廉貞同功名顯達。

The star Tian Xiang in a favorable palace (official position) is suitable for both literary and military careers, with abundant salary and benefits; if it falls in an unfavorable palace, success and failure are uncertain. When it is with Zǐwēi, it indicates authority and high status. When it is with Wen Chang, Wen Qu, Zuo Fu, and You Bi, it brings great power and prestige. When it is with Wu Qu, it is suitable for border posts. When it is with Lian Zhen, it indicates outstanding ability and authority. If it is combined with Qíng Yáng, Tuó Luó, Huǒ Xīng, Ling Xing, Di Kōng, and Di Jié, there may be demotions or loss of position. Tian Liang in a strong and favorable palace (such as the午宫) combined with Zuo Fu, You Bi, Tian Kuí, and Tian Yuè indicates a person skilled in both civil and military affairs. When it is with Tian Tong, it brings considerable power and status. When it is with Tian Ji, it indicates outstanding ability and high prestige. If it is combined with Qíng Yáng, Tuó Luó, Huǒ Xīng, Ling Xing, Di Kōng, and Di Jié, it is only average. Qi Sha in a strong and favorable palace indicates outstanding ability in military positions and considerable authority, but it is not suitable for literary careers. When it is with Wu Qu, it indicates authority and high status. When it is with Lian Zhen, it brings fame and achievement.

破軍廟旺武職軒勝，武曲同加權祿，文昌文曲顯達，加羊陀火鈴平常，紫微同宮名振揚，廉貞同文人不耐久，胥吏最美。文昌入廟太陽同加吉科權祿，文武之材，同天府文曲富貴雙全。文曲廟旺文武皆宜，陷宮與天機太陰同宮，胥吏權貴，會紫府左右近君頻而執政，加羊陀火鈴空劫平常。

When the star Expenditure star and vanguard star is in a strong and favorable position, it indicates a commanding presence in military roles. If it is in the same palace as Wealth star and general star, and also has the aspects of Hua Quan and Hua Lu, or is accompanied by Star of examinations and documents and Star of talent and eloquence, it signifies great success and prominence. If it is joined by Malefic of injury, Malefic of delay and entanglement, Malefic of violence, and Hidden-fire malefic, it is considered ordinary. When it is in the same palace as The Emperor star, its fame spreads far and wide. When it is in the same palace as Lian Zhen, it is not suitable for a literary career, but is best suited for a bureaucratic position. When Star of examinations and documents is in a strong and favorable position and is in the same palace as Star of brightness and prestige, and is further joined by auspicious stars and aspects of Hua Ke, Hua Quan, and Hua Lu, it indicates a person who is both talented in literature and capable in military affairs. If it is joined by Treasury star and command star and Star of talent and eloquence, it brings both wealth and prestige. When Star of talent and eloquence is in a strong and favorable position, it is suitable for both literary and military pursuits. If it is in a weak position and is in the same palace as Star of wisdom and adaptability and Wealth star and mother star, it can lead to a bureaucratic position with power and status. If it is joined by The Emperor star, Treasury star and command star, Auxiliary auspicious star, and Auxiliary auspicious star, it allows one to be close to the sovereign and to hold government affairs. If it is joined by Malefic of injury, Malefic of delay and entanglement, Malefic of violence, Hidden-fire malefic, Void malefic, and Plunder malefic, it is considered ordinary.

左輔入廟文武之材，武職最旺，不利文人，會吉星身中清，文武皆良，見羊陀火鈴空劫進退聲名。右弼宜居武職，不和文人，與紫府昌曲同，財官雙美，陷宮成敗有貶謫，見美陀火鈴空劫亦有黜降。祿存會吉文武皆良，財官雙美，子孫爵秩，諸宮為美。擎羊入廟最利武職，同吉星權貴，陷地平常，虛名而已。陀羅獨守平常，加吉星亦虛名而已。火星晚年功名遂心，早年成敗，會紫微貪狼吉，陷地不美。鈴星獨守旺宮吉，陷地不美，加諸吉星權貴。斗君遇吉其年月財官旺，逢凶忌財官不顯達，有勞祿奔波。

Left Auxiliary Star in a favorable palace guarding the official position palace indicates a person who is both learned and martial, especially thriving in military positions, but not favorable for scholars; if it joins auspicious stars, the person will have a clean and upright background, and be good at both literary and martial paths; if it meets malefic stars such as Qingyang, Tuoluo, Huoxing, Lingxing, Di Kong, and Di Jie, the person's reputation will fluctuate. Right Auxiliary Star is suitable for military positions and not suitable for scholars; when it is in the same palace as Ziwēi, Tufu, Wenwang, and Wenqu, both wealth and official positions will be favorable; if it is in a declining palace, success and failure are uncertain, and there may be demotions; if it meets malefic stars such as Tuoluo, Huoxing, Lingxing, Di Kong, and Di Jie, the person may also be dismissed or demoted. Wealth-salary star joining auspicious stars is favorable for both literary and martial paths, wealth and official positions are both good, and even descendants may have titles and ranks; sitting in any palace is considered harmonious. Qingyang in a favorable palace is most beneficial for military positions, and when joined with auspicious stars, it can lead to noble favor; if it is in a declining palace, it is only average, and only brings empty fame. Tuoluo alone in a palace is only average, and even with auspicious stars, it is still empty fame. Huoxing guarding the official position palace brings late success and reputation, but early life is full of ups and downs; if it joins Ziwēi and Tanlang, it is favorable; if it is in a declining palace, it is not favorable. Lingxing alone in a favorable palace is favorable, but in a declining palace it is not favorable; if it joins many auspicious stars, it can lead to noble favor. The Dou Jun star passing through the official position palace with auspicious stars brings prosperity in both wealth and official positions for that year and month; if it meets malevolent stars and Hua Ji, wealth and official positions will not be prominent, and the person will have to work hard and be restless.

定公卿：輔弼星纏帝座中，高官三品入朝中，空亡惡曜三方見，指是虛名受蔭封。定兩官府：昌曲二曜最難逢，建節封侯笑語中，若然凶殺來臨破，須然好處也成凶。

A mnemonic for determining whether one can attain high official rank: When the Left Auxiliary and Right Auxiliary stars surround the Emperor star, one may attain a high official position of third rank and serve in court; if the three directions contain Kongwang and malevolent stars, then it is merely an empty reputation and inheritance of ancestral favor. A mnemonic for determining positions in the two ministries: The stars of Examination and Documents and Talent and Eloquence are the most difficult to encounter. Once encountered, one can easily hold a banner as a general, be granted a marquis title, and receive a noble rank; but if malevolent stars come to break them, even good fortune will turn into danger.

定文官：文官昌曲掛朝衣，官祿之中喜有之，紫相更兼權祿至，定居風憲肅朝儀。定武官：將軍武曜最為良，帝座權衡在祿鄉，輔弼二星兼拱照，金章玉帶佐皇王。

The rhyme for determining officials of the civil service: Civil officials can wear ceremonial robes because of the stars of examination and documents (Wen Chang) and the star of talent and eloquence (Wen Qu). The official's palace most favors these two stars. If there are also the Emperor star (Zi Wei) and the Seal star (Tian Xiang) along with the power and wealth stars, they will certainly hold a position in the Imperial Inspection Office, maintaining court discipline and order. The rhyme for determining officials of the military service: A general's fate is best with the Wealth and General star (Wu Qu) and other martial stars. The Emperor's seat and the stars that govern authority should be in the official's palace. If there are also the two auxiliary auspicious stars (Zuo Fu and You Bi) shining together, they can wear the golden seal and the jade belt, assisting the emperor.

定曹吏：太陽化官在陽宮，更有光輝使不凶，若逢紫府兼左右，一生曹吏逞英雄。

The rhyme for determining the official star of a government clerk: When the Star of Brightness and Prestige transforms into an official star and is located in a yang palace, its radiance is sufficient, thus avoiding misfortune; if further accompanied by the Emperor star, Treasury star, and both Auxiliary Auspicious stars, although this person is merely a clerk in the government office, he can still display his talents and dominate for a time.

紫微茂盛自置旺相，加羊陀火鈴空劫，有置有去，破軍同退祖，天相同有見成家業，得左右昌曲。天機退祖新創置，巨門同在卯宮有田莊，在酉宮不守祖業，先大後小，天梁同有置晚年富，太陰同自置旺相。

When the Emperor star is in the Field and Residence palace, the property and land are prosperous, and one can purchase property on their own and it will flourish. If the Emperor star is joined by the malefic stars of injury, delay and entanglement, violence, hidden-fire malefic, void malefic, and plunder malefic, there will be both purchases and sales. If the Emperor star is in the same palace as the Expenditure star, ancestral property will be lost. If the Emperor star is in the same palace as the Heaven star, there will be existing family businesses to inherit, especially when assisted by the auxiliary auspicious stars, the Star of Examinations and Documents, and the Star of Talent and Eloquence. When the Star of Wisdom and Adaptability is in the Field and Residence palace, ancestral property will be lost and new property will be established. If the Star of Wisdom and Adaptability is in the same palace as the Dark star and sits in the Mao Palace, there will be a farm or estate. If it sits in the You Palace, ancestral property will not be maintained, and the family business will first be large and then diminish. If the Star of Wisdom and Adaptability is in the same palace as the Shelter star, one can purchase property on their own and will be wealthy in old age. If the Star of Wisdom and Adaptability is in the same palace as the Wealth star and Mother star, the self-purchased land will flourish.

太陽入廟得祖業，初旺未平，太陰同加吉星田多，巨門同在寅宮旺盛，在申宮退祖，不為無田產，陷地逢羊陀火鈴空劫全無。武曲單居旺地，得祖父大業，陷地退後方成，破軍大耗同破蕩家產，有也不耐久，天相同先見破後方有，七殺同心不欲，天府同守見成家業，貪狼同晚置，見火鈴星同極美，田產茂盛，同空劫有進有退。

The Sun Star in its exalted position in the Field and Residence palace brings inheritance from ancestors, initially prosperous but later average. If the Sun Star is in the same palace as the Too Yin Star along with auspicious stars, there will be abundant land and property. If the Sun Star is in the same palace as the Ju Men Star, and sits in the Yin Palace, there will be flourishing land and property, but if it sits in the Shen Palace, ancestral property will decline, though not entirely lost. If the Sun Star is in a declining position and meets the Qing Yang, Duo Luo, Fire Star, Ling Xing, Di Kong, and Di Jie stars, there will be nothing at all. The Wu Qu Star alone in a strong position can inherit large estates from grandfather; if it is in a declining position, there will first be loss and then success. If the Wu Qu Star is in the same palace as the Po Jun and Da Hao stars, the family property will be ruined, and even if there is some, it will not last long. If the Wu Qu Star is in the same palace as the Tian Xiang Star, there will first be loss and then recovery. If the Wu Qu Star is in the same palace as the Qi Sha Star, one does not value land and property much. If the Wu Qu Star is in the same palace as the Tian Fu Star, one can preserve existing property. If the Wu Qu Star is in the same palace as the Tan Lang Star, one will acquire property later in life. If the Fire Star and Ling Xing stars are present, the land and property will be very prosperous. If the Di Kong and Di Jie stars are present, there will be both gains and losses in property.

天同先少後多，自置甚旺，巨門同田少，太陰同入廟大富，天梁同先退後進，加羊陀火鈴空忌全無。廉貞破祖，貪狼同有祖業，不耐久，七殺同自置，天府同守見成家業，天相同先無後有。天府田園茂盛，守祖自置旺相，紫微同大富，廉貞武曲同守祖業榮昌，見羊陀火鈴空劫更少，有成敗。

When Tian Tong is in the Field and Residence palace, the property starts off scarce but becomes abundant later, and self-acquired property thrives; if it is in the same palace as Ju Men, the property is scarce; if it is in the same palace as Tai Yin, it is in a favorable position, indicating great wealth; if it is in the same palace as Tian Liang, there is first a loss then a gain; if it is combined with Qing Yang, Duo Luo, Fire Star, Ling Xing, Di Kong, and Huo Zhi, there will be no property at all. When Lian Zhen is in the Field and Residence palace, the ancestral property is ruined; if it is in the same palace as Tan Lang, although there is ancestral property, it cannot last long; if it is in the same palace as Qi Sha, one relies on self-acquired property; if it is in the same palace as Tian Fu, one can maintain the existing family property; if it is in the same palace as Tian Tong, there is first nothing then something. When Tian Fu is in the Field and Residence palace, the fields and residences are flourishing, capable of maintaining ancestral property and acquiring one's own property which thrives; if it is in the same palace as Zi Wei, it indicates great wealth; if it is in the same palace as Lian Zhen and Wu Qu, one can maintain the ancestral property and achieve prosperity; if Qing Yang, Duo Luo, Fire Star, Ling Xing, Di Kong, and Di Jie are present, the property will be even less, with both success and failure.

太陰入廟田多，陷地加忌及羊陀火鈴空劫田全無，天機同自創置，天同同白手自置，同左右權祿及祿存主多田產。貪狼陷宮退祖一世田少，廟旺有祖業，也去中未自有置，廉貞同無分，紫微同有祖業，武曲同晚置，見火鈴星守祖業，有自創，但恐火焚屋宅。

The star Tai Yin in a favorable position in the field and property palace indicates numerous properties and land holdings. If it falls in an unfavorable position along with the transformation of Hua Ji and the stars Qing Yang, Duo Luo, Huo Xing, Ling Xing, Di Kong, and Di Jie, then there will be no property or land. If it is in the same palace as Tian Ji, one must create property and land by oneself. If it is in the same palace as Tian Tong, one must start from scratch. If it is accompanied by Zuo Fu, You Bi, and the transformations of Quan, Lu, and Lu Cun, it indicates numerous properties and land. If Gan Wang falls in an unfavorable position, it indicates loss of ancestral property and very little property and land throughout one's life. If it is in a favorable position, although there may be ancestral property, some must be given up first, and one can acquire property and land by oneself in middle age. If it is in the same palace as Lian Zhen, one has no connection with property and land. If it is in the same palace as Zi Wei, there is ancestral property. If it is in the same palace as Wu Qu, property and land are acquired in old age. If Huo Xing and Ling Xing are present, one can maintain ancestral property and create property and land by oneself, but there is a risk of fire damaging the house.

巨門廟旺橫發置買，陷地無分，因田產招非，太陽同先無後有，加羊陀火鈴空劫田宅全無。天相廟旺有分，紫微同自置，武曲同無分，廉貞加羊陀火鈴空劫飄零祖業。天梁入廟旺有祖業，天同同先難後易，天機同不見羊陀火鈴空劫，終有田宅。破軍在子午宮守祖業榮昌，但見有進退，加羊陀火鈴退祖田少，紫微同有見成家業，廉貞同先破後有置，耗忌全無。

The star Giant Gate (巨门) in a flourishing position can suddenly bring prosperity and enable the purchase of land and property; when it falls in a weak position, it has no connection with land and property, and may even bring disputes over land matters. If it is combined with the Sun star (太阳), there will be nothing at first but then something later. If it is joined by the malefic stars Qingyang (擎羊), Tuo Luo (陀罗), Huo Xing (火星), Ling Xing (铃星), Di Kong (地空), and Di Jie (地劫), there will be no land or property at all. The star Tianxiang (天相) in a flourishing position is destined to have land and property; when combined with the Emperor star (紫微), it can acquire property on its own; when combined with Wuqu (武曲), it has no share; when combined with Lianzhen (廉贞), and further joined by Qingyang, Tuo Luo, Huo Xing, Ling Xing, Di Kong, and Di Jie, ancestral property will be completely lost. The star Tianliang (天梁) in a flourishing position gains strong vitality and inherits ancestral property; when combined with Tian Tong (天同), it is difficult at first but easy later; when combined with Tianji (天机), as long as it does not meet Qingyang, Tuo Luo, Huo Xing, Ling Xing, Di Kong, and Di Jie, it will eventually have land and property. The star Pojun (破军) in the Zi and Wu positions can maintain ancestral property and achieve prosperity, though there will be ups and downs; if it is joined by Qingyang, Tuo Luo, Huo Xing, and Ling Xing, it will lose ancestral property and have little land; when combined with the Emperor star, there will be existing family property; when combined with Lianzhen, it will first cause ruin and then acquire property; if it meets Da Hao (大耗) and Huo Ji (化忌), there will be nothing at all.

文昌會諸吉田園廣置，加羊陀火鈴空劫敗祖。文曲旺地有分，守祖業，加吉星自置，同羊陀火鈴空劫湊有進有退。左輔有祖業，加羊陀火鈴空劫退祖，田地少，會吉星多。祿存田園多旺自置，會吉星承祖業榮昌，加羊陀火鈴空劫田宅少。擎羊入廟先破後成，陷地加空劫退祖業。陀羅退祖辛勤度日，加吉星先無後有，加空劫全無。火星獨守，退祖業，會吉星先無後有，加空劫全無。鈴星退祖，入廟加吉星自有置，見空劫全無。斗君過度遇吉星其年田產倍進，逢凶殺忌耗退敗。

The Star of Examinations and Documents combined with many auspicious stars can lead to the acquisition of vast fields and gardens; if it is joined with the Malefics of Injury, Delay and Entanglement, Violence, Hidden-Fire Malefic, Void Malefic, and Plunder Malefic, then ancestral property will be lost. The Star of Talent and Eloquence, when in a strong position, indicates a share in land and property, enabling the preservation of ancestral heritage; if combined with auspicious stars, one can acquire property on their own; however, if joined with the Malefics of Injury, Delay and Entanglement, Violence, Hidden-Fire Malefic, Void Malefic, and Plunder Malefic, land and property will fluctuate. The Auxiliary Auspicious Star guarding the Field and Residence palace indicates ancestral property; if combined with the Malefics of Injury, Delay and Entanglement, Violence, Hidden-Fire Malefic, Void Malefic, and Plunder Malefic, ancestral property and land will be lost and land will be scarce; if combined with auspicious stars, land and property will be abundant. The Wealth-Salary Star indicates abundant and thriving fields and gardens, enabling self-acquisition; if combined with auspicious stars, one can inherit ancestral property and achieve prosperity; however, if joined with the Malefics of Injury, Delay and Entanglement, Violence, Hidden-Fire Malefic, Void Malefic, and Plunder Malefic, property and land will be scarce. The Malefic of Injury in a favorable position first causes destruction but eventually leads to success; if it falls in an unfavorable position and is joined with Void Malefic and Plunder Malefic, ancestral property will be lost. The Malefic of Delay and Entanglement indicates the loss of ancestral property and a life of hard work; if combined with auspicious stars, there will be a transition from nothing to something; if joined with Void Malefic and Plunder Malefic, there will be nothing at all. The Malefic of Violence alone causes the loss of ancestral property; if combined with auspicious stars, there will be a transition from nothing to something; if joined with Void Malefic and Plunder Malefic, there will be nothing at all. The Hidden-Fire Malefic causes the loss of ancestral property; if it enters a favorable position and is combined with auspicious stars, one can acquire property on their own; however, if it meets Void Malefic and Plunder Malefic, there will be nothing at all. When the Dou Jun (a celestial official) passes through the Field and Residence palace, encountering auspicious stars leads to a year of doubled property; encountering Inauspicious Sha (malevolent stars), Hua Ji (Hua Ji), and Star of great expenditure (Star of Great Expenditure) indicates loss and decline.

紫微福厚享福安樂，天府天相同終身獲吉，破軍同勞心費力不安，加羊陀鈴空劫福薄，天機同享福終身。天機先勞後逸，巨門同勞力欠安，天梁同享福，太陰同主快樂，加羊陀火鈴空劫奔走不得寧靜。

When the Emperor star is in the Fortune Virtue palace, one has deep fortune and enjoys peace and happiness; when it is with the Treasury star and the Seal star, one always receives good fortune throughout life; when it is with the Expenditure star, one experiences mental strain and restlessness; if it is joined with the Malefic of injury, the Malefic of delay and entanglement, the Hidden-fire malefic, the Void malefic, and the Plunder malefic, the fortune becomes thin; when it is with the Star of wisdom and adaptability, one can enjoy happiness throughout life. When the Star of wisdom and adaptability is in the Fortune Virtue palace, one first works hard and then enjoys ease; when it is with the Dark star, one works hard but lacks peace; when it is with the Shelter star, one can enjoy happiness; when it is with the Wealth star, one experiences joy; if it is joined with the Malefic of injury, the Malefic of delay and entanglement, the Malefic of violence, the Hidden-fire malefic, the Void malefic, and the Plunder malefic, one will be constantly moving about and unable to find peace.

太陽忙中發福，太陰同快樂，巨門同費力欠安，天梁同快樂，女人會吉星，招賢明之夫，享福，加羊陀火鈴空劫忌耗，終身不美之論。武曲勞心費力，入廟安然享福，破軍同東走西行，不寧靜，天相同老境安康，七殺同欠安康，貪狼同晚年享福，見火鈴星安逸，加羊陀操心得力。

The Star of Brightness and Prestige resides in the Fortune Virtue Palace, bringing fortune amidst busyness; when it shares the palace with the Wealth Star and Mother Star, it brings happiness; when it shares the palace with the Dark Star and Star of Speech, it brings effort and lack of peace; when it shares the palace with the Shelter Star and Longevity Star, it brings happiness. For a woman, if she combines with auspicious stars, she can marry a virtuous and wise husband and enjoy happiness; but if it is combined with the Malefic of Injury, Malefic of Delay and Entanglement, Malefic of Violence, Hidden-fire Malefic, Void Malefic, Plunder Malefic, the transformed Hua Ji, or Star of Great Expenditure, it should be considered as an unpropitious life. The Wealth Star and General Star residing in the Fortune Virtue Palace brings mental labor; when it is in its proper position, it can bring peaceful enjoyment; when it shares the palace with the Expenditure Star and Vanguard Star, it leads to constant movement and lack of peace; when it shares the palace with the Seal Star and Star of Livelihood, it brings peace in old age; when it shares the palace with the General Star and Star of Severity, it lacks peace in old age; when it shares the palace with the Star of Romance and Desire, it brings happiness in old age; if it is combined with the Malefic of Violence or Hidden-fire Malefic, it brings ease; but if it is combined with the Malefic of Injury or Malefic of Delay and Entanglement, it requires worry and effort to achieve success.

天同快樂有福有壽，巨門同多憂少喜，太陰同享福，天梁同清閒快樂。廉貞獨守忙中生福，天相同有福有壽，天府同安樂無憂，破軍同不守靜，勞心費力，再加羊陀火鈴勞苦終身，末年如意。天府安靜享福，紫微同快樂，廉貞同身安心忙，武曲同早年更辛苦，中晚安樂享福，加羊陀火鈴空劫耗忌勞苦過日。

The star Tian Tong governing the Fortune Virtue palace brings joy, good fortune, and longevity. When it is in the same palace as Ju Men, there is more sorrow than joy. When it is with Tai Yin, it brings enjoyment of blessings. When it is with Tian Liang, it brings leisure and happiness. When Lian Zhen is alone in the palace, it generates fortune amidst busyness. When it is with Tian Tong, it brings fortune and longevity. When it is with Tian Fu, it brings peace and comfort. When it is with Po Jun, it causes restlessness and mental exertion. If further combined with Qing Yang, Duo Luo, Huo Xing, Ling Xing, it leads to a life of hardship, with contentment only in old age. When Tian Fu governs the Fortune Virtue palace, it brings quiet enjoyment of blessings. When it is with Zi Wei, it brings happiness. When it is with Lian Zhen, the body is at ease but the mind is busy. When it is with Wu Qu, there is extra hardship in early years, with comfort and blessings in middle and later life. If further combined with Qing Yang, Duo Luo, Huo Xing, Ling Xing, Di Kong, Di Jie, Da Hao, and Hua Ji, it results in a life of toil.

太陰入廟享福快樂，太陽同極美，僧道亦清潔享福，天機同心忙，天同同安靜無憂，加羊陀火鈴空劫，有憂有喜，不得安靜。貪狼勞心不安，廉貞同福薄，紫微同晚年快樂。巨門勞力不安，太陽同有憂有喜，天機同心忙不安，天同同享福，加羊陀火鈴空劫生平多憂。

Too Yin enters its proper position and guards the Fortune Virtue Palace, enjoying happiness and joy; when it shares the palace with the Sun Star, it is extremely harmonious; even monks and Taoists can maintain purity and enjoy blessings; when it shares the palace with the Star of Wisdom and Adaptability, the mind is busy; when it shares the palace with the Star of Blessings, it is peaceful and free from worries; when combined with the Malefic of Injury, the Malefic of Delay and Entanglement, the Malefic of Violence, the Hidden-Fire Malefic, the Void Malefic, and the Plunder Malefic, there are both sorrows and joys, and one cannot find peace. When the Star of Romance and Desire guards the Fortune Virtue Palace, the mind is troubled and restless; when it shares the palace with Chien Chen, the blessings are shallow; when it shares the palace with the Emperor Star, happiness is enjoyed in old age. When the Dark Star and Star of Speech guards the Fortune Virtue Palace, labor is required and restlessness occurs; when it shares the palace with the Sun Star, there are both sorrows and joys; when it shares the palace with the Star of Wisdom and Adaptability, the mind is busy and restless; when it shares the palace with the Star of Blessings, blessings can be enjoyed; when combined with the Malefic of Injury, the Malefic of Delay and Entanglement, the Malefic of Violence, the Hidden-Fire Malefic, the Void Malefic, and the Plunder Malefic, there are many sorrows throughout life.

天相安逸享福有壽，紫微同快樂，天機同忙中吉，太陽同福壽雙全，加羊陀火鈴空劫不得心靜。七殺入廟享福，陷地加羊陀火鈴勞心費力，武曲同欠安，廉貞同辛勤，紫微同先勞後逸，末年方如意遂心，女人單居福德，則必為娼婢。破軍勞心費力，武曲同欠安，廉貞同辛勤，紫微同安樂，加羊陀火鈴空劫操心，不得寧靜。

The star Tianxiang in the Fude palace indicates ease and enjoyment of blessings and longevity; when it shares the palace with Ziwēi, it brings happiness; when it shares the palace with Tianji, it brings good fortune amidst busyness; when it shares the palace with Taiyang, it brings both blessings and longevity. If it is joined by Qingyang, Tuoluo, Huoxing, Lingxing, Di Kong, and Dijie, the mind becomes restless. Qishashen in its proper position brings blessings; if it falls in a weak position and is joined by Qingyang, Tuoluo, Huoxing, Lingxing, then one must exert much mental effort; when it shares the palace with Wuqu, it is uncomfortable; when it shares the palace with Lianzhen, it brings hard work; when it shares the palace with Ziwēi, it first brings hardship but later ease, and in old age, one can be content; for women, if Qishashen alone occupies the Fude palace, they are likely to become courtesans or servants. Pojun in the Fude palace brings mental exertion; when it shares the palace with Wujue, it is uncomfortable; when it shares the palace with Lianzhen, it brings hard work; when it shares the palace with Ziwēi, it brings ease; if it is joined by Qingyang, Tuoluo, Huoxing, Lingxing, Di Kong, and Dijie, one will be constantly worried and unable to find peace.

文昌加吉星入廟享福快樂，陷地遇羊陀火鈴空劫，心身俱不得安靜。左輔加吉星享福獨守，晚年安寧，加羊陀火鈴空劫辛勤。右弼生平福祿全美，加吉星一生少憂，見羊陀火鈴空劫，湊勞心欠安。祿存終身福厚安靜處世，加吉星有喜有福，見羊陀火鈴空劫，心身不得寧靜。魁鉞有貴人，為伴享福快樂。擎羊入廟動中有福，陷宮勞心欠力，得吉星同減憂，獨守身心不安。陀羅獨守辛勤，入廟有福祿，陷地奔馳，加吉星晚年有福。火星欠安勞力辛勤，加吉星晚年遂志。鈴星勞苦，加吉星平和，獨守辛勤。斗君遇吉其年安靜，逢殺不寧。歲君大小限過，逢吉則享福，逢凶則勞力辛苦。

The Star of Examinations and Documents combined with auspicious stars and in its proper position brings happiness and joy; if it falls in a declining position and meets the Malefic of Injury, the Malefic of Delay and Entanglement, the Malefic of Violence, the Hidden-fire Malefic, the Void Malefic, and the Plunder Malefic, both body and mind will not find peace. The Auxiliary Auspicious Star combined with auspicious stars brings happiness; if it sits alone, it brings peace in old age; if it meets the Malefic of Injury, the Malefic of Delay and Entanglement, the Malefic of Violence, the Hidden-fire Malefic, the Void Malefic, and the Plunder Malefic, it brings hard work and toil. The Star of Examinations and Documents brings a lifetime of good fortune and peace; if it combines with auspicious stars, there will be joy and blessings; if it meets the Malefic of Injury, the Malefic of Delay and Entanglement, the Malefic of Violence, the Hidden-fire Malefic, the Void Malefic, and the Plunder Malefic, both body and mind will not find peace. The Yang Benefactor and Yin Benefactor indicate having noble companions and enjoying happiness. The Malefic of Injury in its proper position brings blessings through movement; if it falls in a declining position, it brings mental strain and inability to act; if it combines with auspicious stars, it reduces worries; if it sits alone, it causes mental and physical unrest. The Malefic of Delay and Entanglement sitting alone indicates hard work; in its proper position it brings blessings and wealth; if it falls in a declining position, it brings constant toil; if it combines with auspicious stars, it brings happiness in old age. The Malefic of Violence indicates lack of peace and hard labor; if it combines with auspicious stars, it brings success in old age. The Hidden-fire Malefic indicates hardship; if it combines with auspicious stars, it brings peace; if it sits alone, it still brings hard work. When the Star of Examinations and Documents passes through the Fortune Virtue palace and meets auspicious stars, the year is peaceful; if it meets malefic stars, it brings unrest. When the current year's Tai Sui and the major and minor limits pass through this palace, meeting auspicious stars brings happiness, while meeting malefic stars brings hard labor and toil.

凡看父母以太陽星為父，太陰星為母。太陽在陷宮主先克父，太陰星在陷宮主先克母。如二星具在陷地，只以人之本生時，日生者主父存，夜生者主母在。若夜生者太陰星主母存，反背不明主母先克。

When examining the parents' sector, the Star of Brightness and Prestige represents the father, and the Wealth Star and Mother Star represents the mother. If the Star of Brightness and Prestige falls in an adverse position, it indicates the father's early death. If the Wealth Star and Mother Star falls in an adverse position, it indicates the mother's early death. If both stars are in adverse positions, then the time of birth is used to determine: those born during the day indicate the father is still alive, while those born at night indicate the mother is still alive. For those born at night, the Wealth Star and Mother Star signifies the mother is still alive; if the Wealth Star and Mother Star is reversed, out of place, or lacks brightness, it indicates the mother's early death.

日生時者主父在，反背暗晦主父先克。余試之屢驗矣，學者宜細心識之。先有本宮某星主刑剋，又加惡殺的以刑剋斷之，據理參詳，在乎人之自悟耳。

For those born in the daytime hours, the father is likely to be alive; if the Sun is reversed and dim, it indicates the father's death first. This rule has been verified by me many times and is very accurate. Scholars should carefully understand it. First, determine which star is governing the native's house and whether it is causing harm or conflict. If there are also evil influences, then the judgment is based on the conflict. As for the underlying principles, they depend on each person's own insight.

紫微無克，天府同亦無刑，加羊陀火鈴空劫亦克，天相同無刑，貪狼同無殺加亦無刑，破軍同早克。天機廟旺無刑，陷地逢羊陀火鈴空劫，二姓寄居，重拜父母，或過房入贅，太陰同免刑，天梁同無刑，俱要無殺，加有殺，加也不免刑傷，巨門早刑。

The Emperor star in the parents' house does not cause harm or punishment; when it is in the same palace as the Treasury star, there is no injury. If it is combined with the malefics of injury, delay and entanglement, violence, hidden-fire malefic, void malefic, and plunder malefic, there will still be punishment. When it is in the same palace as the Heaven star, there is no punishment. When it is in the same palace as the Star of romance and desire without any malefics, there is no punishment. When it is in the same palace as the Expenditure star, there will be punishment in early years. The Star of wisdom and adaptability does not cause punishment when it is in a strong or flourishing position; if it is in a weak position and combined with the malefics of injury, delay and entanglement, violence, hidden-fire malefic, void malefic, and plunder malefic, it will result in living with another family, re-baptizing another as a parent, or being adopted by another family or marrying into another family. When it is in the same palace as the Wealth star, there is no punishment; when it is in the same palace as the Shelter star, there is no punishment—these are all under the condition of no malefics. Once malefics are added, punishment is unavoidable. When it is in the same palace as the Dark star, there will be punishment in early years.

太陽入廟無克，陷地克父，加羊陀火鈴空劫克父母早，太陰同看無，羊陀湊父母全遲刑，巨門同加四殺空劫早克，天梁同無刑。武曲克早，退祖業不刑，貪狼同刑剋，七殺同有刑，天相同加羊陀火鈴空劫刑傷。

The Star of Brightness and Prestige in its exalted position in the parents' house does not cause harm; if it is in a weakened position, it will harm the father. If it is joined by the malefic of injury, the malefic of delay and entanglement, the malefic of violence, the hidden-fire malefic, the void malefic, or the plunder malefic, the harm to the parents occurs earlier. If it is in the same house as the Wealth star and mother star, it depends on whether there are malefics; if the malefic of injury and the malefic of delay and entanglement are present, the parents may be both present but there will still be some harm later. If it is in the same house as the Dark star and star of speech, and joined by the malefic of injury, the malefic of delay and entanglement, the malefic of violence, the hidden-fire malefic, the void malefic, and the plunder malefic, harm occurs in early years. If it is in the same house as the Shelter star and longevity star, there is no harm. The Wealth star and general star in the parents' house causes harm early; if the ancestral property is relinquished, there will be no harm. If it is in the same house as the Star of Romance and Desire, there is harm. If it is in the same house as the General star and star of severity, there is harm. If it is in the same house as the Seal star and star of livelihood, and joined by the malefic of injury, the malefic of delay and entanglement, the malefic of violence, the hidden-fire malefic, the void malefic, and the plunder malefic, there will also be harm.

天同獨守廟旺無刑，加四殺重拜父母，巨門同欠和，太陰同父母雙全，天梁同無刑或退祖業，加羊陀火鈴空劫父母不全。廉貞難為父母，祖重拜，貪狼同早刑，七殺孤克，天府同免刑，破軍同早刑，加羊陀火鈴空劫，父母不周全。天府父母雙全，紫微同亦無刑，廉貞武曲同，在廟旺無刑，加羊陀火鈴空劫主傷。

When Tian Tong is alone in the parents' house and in a strong and flourishing position, there are no punishments or conflicts. If it combines with the four malefics, it indicates the need to re-baptize another person as a parent. When it shares the house with Ju Men, there is a lack of harmony with the parents. When it shares the house with Tai Yin, the parents are both present. When it shares the house with Tian Liang, there are no punishments, or one must give up ancestral property to avoid punishment. If it combines with Qing Yang, Duo Luo, Fire Star, Ling Xing, Di Kong, or Di Jie, the parents cannot both be present. When Lian Zhen guards the parents' house, it is difficult to get along with the parents, and one must leave the ancestral home and re-baptize another person as a parent. When it shares the house with Tan Lang, there is early punishment. When it shares the house with Qi Sha, it indicates loneliness and punishment. When it shares the house with Tian Fu, punishment is avoided. When it shares the house with Po Jun, there is early punishment. If it combines with Qing Yang, Duo Luo, Fire Star, Ling Xing, Di Kong, or Di Jie, the parents are not fully provided for. When Tian Fu guards the parents' house, the parents are both present. When it shares the house with Zi Wei, there is no punishment. When it shares the house with Lian Zhen or Wu Qu, and they are in a strong and flourishing position, there is no punishment. If it combines with Qing Yang, Duo Luo, Fire Star, Ling Xing, Di Kong, or Di Jie, there will be injuries.

太陰入廟無克，加羊陀火鈴克母，不然過房棄祖，太陽同無四殺父母雙全，天機同無刑，天同同極美。貪狼狼陷地早棄祖，重拜過房，入贅，廉貞同早刑主孤單，紫微同無殺加雙全。巨門陷地傷克棄祖過房，太陽同少和，天機同重拜，天同同或退祖無刑，加羊陀火鈴空劫父母不周全。

When the Taiyin star is in its favorable position in the parents' house, it does not cause harm. However, if it is joined by Qingyang, Tuo Luo, Honghuo, Lingxing, then the mother will be harmed, otherwise the person may have to be adopted by another family or leave the ancestral home. If Taiyin is in the same palace as the Taiyang star without any of the four evils, then both parents are present. If Taiyin is in the same palace as Tianji without any conflicts, it is harmonious. If Taiyin is in the same palace as Tian Tong, it is very favorable. If Ganlang is in an unfavorable position, the person will leave the ancestral home early, needing to re-bow to the parents, be adopted by another family, or marry into a wife's family. If Ganlang is in the same palace as Lianzhen, there will be early conflicts and the family will be lonely. If Ganlang is in the same palace as Ziwu without any evil stars, both parents are present. If Juming is in an unfavorable position, it causes harm and the person must leave the ancestral home and be adopted. If Juming is in the same palace as Taiyang, there will be little harmony with the parents. If Juming is in the same palace as Tianji, the person needs to re-bow to the parents. If Juming is in the same palace as Tian Tong, or if the person gives up the ancestral property, there will be no conflicts. If joined by Qingyang, Tuo Luo, Honghuo, Lingxing, Di Kong, Di Jie, the parents will not be complete.

天相廟旺無刑，紫微同無刑剋，廉貞同亦刑，加羊陀火鈴空劫早刑。天梁陷地，加羊陀火鈴孤克，棄祖入贅，更名寄人，保養免刑，天同同加四殺有刑，無殺無刑，天機同無刑，太陽同克遲，加四殺空劫亦克早。七殺克早離祖，六親骨肉孤獨，武曲同亦刑，廉貞同刑早，紫微同加吉星無刑，加羊陀火鈴空劫，父母不周全。破軍克早離祖，更名寄養免刑，武曲同克早，廉貞同亦早克，紫微同無刑。

The star Tian Xiang in a strong and flourishing position does not cause harm; when it is in the same palace as Zi Wei, there is no harm; when it is in the same palace as Lian Zhen, there is harm; if it is combined with Qing Yang, Duo Luo, Huo Xing, Ling Xing, Di Kong, and Di Jie, then there will be harm in early years. Tian Liang in a weak and declining position, combined with Qing Yang, Duo Luo, Huo Xing, Ling Xing, causes loneliness and harm, requiring leaving the ancestral home to marry into another family, or changing one's name and surname to be raised by others to avoid harm; when it is in the same palace as Tian Tong and combined with the four malefics, there is harm, but without the malefics, there is no harm; when it is in the same palace as Tian Ji, there is no harm; when it is in the same palace as Tai Yang, harm comes later, but if combined with the four malefics and Di Kong, Di Jie, harm comes earlier. Qi Sha guarding the parents' palace causes harm early, requiring leaving the ancestral home, with relatives and family members being lonely; when it is in the same palace as Wu Qu, it also causes harm; when it is in the same palace as Lian Zhen, harm comes even earlier; when it is in the same palace as Zi Wei and combined with auspicious stars, there is no harm; when combined with Qing Yang, Duo Luo, Huo Xing, Ling Xing, Di Kong, and Di Jie, the parents will not be complete. Po Jun guarding the parents' palace causes harm early, requiring leaving the ancestral home and living with another family to avoid harm; when it is in the same palace as Wu Qu, harm comes early; when it is in the same palace as Lian Zhen, harm also comes early; when it is in the same palace as Zi Wei, there is no harm.

文昌加吉星入廟無刑，加羊陀火鈴有刑，或退祖二姓延生。文曲獨守入廟無刑，加羊陀火鈴空劫父母俱不周全。左輔獨守無刑，廉貞同早刑，加文昌相生無刑，加羊陀火鈴刑傷，退祖二姓延生。右弼獨守無刑，加吉星得父母庇廕，見羊陀火鈴湊，離祖二姓安居。祿存無克，加空劫羊陀火鈴，早年有破父財，且刑傷中不自成家計。

The Star of Examinations and Documents (Wen Chang) combined with auspicious stars and in its proper position brings no harm; however, if it is joined with the Malefic of Injury (Qing Yang), Malefic of Delay and Entanglement (Tuo Luo), Malefic of Violence (Huo Xing), or Hidden-Fire Malefic (Ling Xing), there will be punishment, or one must abandon ancestral property and live with another family. The Star of Talent and Eloquence (Wen Qu) alone in its proper position brings no harm; but if it is joined with the Malefic of Injury (Qing Yang), Malefic of Delay and Entanglement (Tuo Luo), Malefic of Violence (Huo Xing), Hidden-Fire Malefic (Ling Xing), Void Malefic (Di Kong), or Plunder Malefic (Di Jie), both parents will suffer. The Auxiliary Auspicious Star (Zuo Fu) alone brings no harm; if it is with the star Lian Zhen (Lian Zhen), there will be early punishment; if it is joined with the Star of Examinations and Documents (Wen Chang) and the native star (Ben Gong) in mutual generation, there will be no harm; but if it is joined with the Malefic of Injury (Qing Yang), Malefic of Delay and Entanglement (Tuo Luo), Malefic of Violence (Huo Xing), or Hidden-Fire Malefic (Ling Xing), there will be injuries, and one must abandon ancestral property and live with another family. The Auxiliary Auspicious Star (You Bi) alone brings no harm; if it is joined with auspicious stars, one can receive parental protection; but if it is joined with the Malefic of Injury (Qing Yang), Malefic of Delay and Entanglement (Tuo Luo), Malefic of Violence (Huo Xing), or Hidden-Fire Malefic (Ling Xing), one must leave the ancestral home and live with another family. The Wealth-Salary Star (Lu Cun) guarding the parents' house does not bring harm; but if it is joined with Void Malefic (Di Kong), Plunder Malefic (Di Jie), Malefic of Injury (Qing Yang), Malefic of Delay and Entanglement (Tuo Luo), Malefic of Violence (Huo Xing), or Hidden-Fire Malefic (Ling Xing), there will be early loss of the father's wealth, and one will find it difficult to establish a family amidst injuries.

擎羊刑剋早，會日月重重退祖，加吉星眾免刑。陀羅幼年刑傷，會日月重重退祖，二姓安居，加吉星入贅過房，或重拜二姓延生。火星獨守孤克，二姓延生，加吉星平和。鈴星刑剋孤單，二姓安居，重拜父母，入贅過房。魁鉞主父母榮貴同吉星雙全。斗君過度逢吉父母吉利無災傷，得安逸內外有喜。遇凶則父母不利。

The star Malefic of injury guarding the parents' house indicates early punishment and loss; if it joins with the Star of brightness and prestige and the Wealth star and mother star, it will cause repeated loss of ancestral property; only with many auspicious stars can the punishment be avoided. The star Tuo Luo indicates punishment and injury in childhood; if it joins with the Star of brightness and prestige and the Wealth star and mother star, it will cause repeated loss of ancestral property, and one should rely on another family for support; with auspicious stars, one may marry into another family or be adopted, or re-baptize another person as one's parent and live under another family's name. The star Huo Xing alone indicates loneliness and punishment, requiring reliance on another family; with auspicious stars, the situation becomes peaceful. The star Ling Xing indicates punishment and loneliness, requiring reliance on another family for support, re-baptizing parents, or marrying into or being adopted by another family. The stars Tian Kui and Tian Yue indicate parents achieving honor and prosperity; when joined with auspicious stars, both parents are present. When the star Dou Jun passes through the parents' house and meets auspicious stars, the parents are fortunate without disaster, the family is peaceful, and there are joys both inside and outside; if it meets malevolent stars, it is unfavorable for the parents.

看身安命，祿馬不落空亡，天空、截空最緊，旬空次之。第一看命宮吉凶、廟旺、化吉化忌、生克。次看身主吉凶生克。三看遷移、財帛、官祿三方星辰刑沖剋破。四看福德宮權祿劫空廟陷，以福德宮對財帛宮也。身命、遷移、財官、福德六宮名曰八座，俱在成照聚吉化吉，富貴高壽。六宮俱陷，聚凶化忌，孤寡夭壽。若卯酉時生人尤外，有田宅、疾厄已錄於後。

When assessing a person's destiny, first examine the placement of the body palace and the destiny palace, with particular emphasis on ensuring that the "Wealth-salary star" and the "Star of movement" do not fall into the "Kongwang" (void). Among these, the "Star of emptiness" and "Star of severance" are the most harmful, while the "decanal void" is less severe. The first step is to examine the fortune and misfortune of the destiny palace—whether the stars are in their favorable positions, whether they transform into auspicious stars or inauspicious stars, and whether their Five Phases are mutually generating or controlling. The second step is to examine the fortune and misfortune of the "body ruler" star. The third step is to check whether the stars in the migration, wealth, and officialdom sectors are affected by punishment, conflict, control, or destruction. The fourth step is to examine the "transformed authority" and "transformed wealth" in the virtue palace, as well as the "plunder malefic" and "star of emptiness"—whether they are in favorable or unfavorable positions, since the virtue palace directly faces the wealth palace. The body palace, destiny palace, migration, wealth, officialdom, and virtue palaces are collectively known as the "eight seats." If all six palaces receive auspicious stars and encounter transformed auspicious stars, it indicates wealth, honor, and longevity. If all six palaces fall into unfavorable positions, with malevolent stars gathering and encountering transformed inauspicious stars, it indicates isolation and a short life. Those born at Mao (rabbit) hour or You (rooster) hour are exceptions. The interpretations of the fields of home and illness are recorded later.

又看父母、妻子三宮，俱有劫空殺忌，僧道之命，否則孤獨貧窮。若命宮無正曜者，財官二宮有吉星拱照，富貴全美，或偏房庶母所生。三方有惡星沖照，或二姓可延生，離祖可保成家。如命宮有正曜吉星，廟旺化吉，三方又有吉星會合，上上之命。如無正曜吉星，三方有吉，上次之命。

Now looking at the parents, spouse, and children sectors, if all three sectors have 'Plunder malefic', 'Star of emptiness', and malevolent stars or harmful influences, it indicates a destiny of becoming a monk or a Taoist priest; if not becoming a monk or Taoist, it still suggests loneliness and poverty. For those whose natal chart does not have any of the fourteen main stars governing the Life Palace, as long as the wealth and officialdom sectors are supported by auspicious stars, they can still achieve wealth and completeness, though such people are mostly born from a concubine or a secondary mother. If there are evil stars conflicting with the three sectors, they must be adopted by another family to preserve their lives, or leave their ancestral homeland to establish a new household in order to marry. If the Life Palace has a main star along with auspicious stars, and the stars are in their flourishing positions with favorable transformations, and there are also auspicious stars converging in the three sectors, this is an excellent destiny. If the Life Palace lacks main stars and auspicious stars, but the three sectors have auspicious stars, this is a middle-level good destiny.

命宮星辰無吉無凶，或吉凶相伴者，如三方亦有中等星辰，為中格。及命宮星辰廟旺，三方有惡星守照破格。及命星陷背，加羊陀化忌，卻得十干祿元來相守化吉，亦為中等之命。若命無吉星，反有凶殺化忌無祿落陷，為下格之命。三方有吉星，亦可為中等，先小後大，不能久遠，終為成敗夭折論。若安命星躔陷地，又加凶殺化忌，三方又會羊陀火鈴空劫，為下格貧賤，二姓延生，奴僕之命，否則夭折六畜之命。

The stars in the Life Palace are neither auspicious nor inauspicious, or they are mixed with both good and bad stars, and the three directions also contain only average stars. This is considered an average fate. Although the stars in the Life Palace are strong and in their proper position, if the three directions are occupied by evil stars, this is called "breaking the pattern." If the stars in the Life Palace are in a fallen position and lack proper placement, and are further accompanied by "Qingyang" and "Tuo Luo" along with the "Hua Ji," but there is exactly the "Lu Cun" from the person's birth year's heavenly stem that shares the Life Palace and is in a favorable transformation, this is also considered an average fate. If there are no auspicious stars in the Life Palace, but instead there are Inauspicious Sha and Hua Ji, and there is no Lu Star and the stars are in a fallen position, this is considered a lower fate. If such a fate has good stars in the three directions, it can still be considered average, but it will first have some success and then decline, and the prosperity will not last long. In the end, it must be judged according to the uncertainty of success and failure and the short lifespan. As for when the stars in the Life Palace are in a fallen position, accompanied by Inauspicious Sha and Hua Ji, and the three directions are all occupied by "Qingyang," "Tuo Luo," "Huo Xing," "Ling Xing," "Di Jie," and "Tian Kong," this is considered a very low fate of poverty and low status. Such a person may need to be adopted by another family to survive, and may have to be a servant or slave. Otherwise, they may die young, like domestic animals, and be at the mercy of others.

如命入格，廟旺聚吉，科權祿守，上上之命。不入廟加吉化，科權祿，上次之命。不入廟不加吉，為平常命。入廟不加吉，平等。若居陷地又加殺化忌，為下格之命，不以入格而論也。又入格不化吉而化凶，只以本命吉凶多寡而斷之。

A person's destiny chart aligns with a noble pattern, with stars in their prime, gathering auspicious stars, and having "Hua Ke," "Hua Quan," and "Hua Lu" guarding the Life Palace, this is the top-tier destiny. If the stars are not in their prime but combined with auspicious stars and have Hua Ke, Hua Quan, and Hua Lu, it is a middle-tier superior destiny. If the stars are neither in their prime nor combined with auspicious stars, it is an ordinary destiny. If the stars are in their prime but not combined with auspicious stars, it is only average. If the stars are in a declining position and combined with malevolent stars and Hua Ji, it is a lower-tier destiny, and it cannot be elevated by the concept of "entering the pattern." There is another situation: although the pattern is aligned, it transforms into malevolent rather than auspicious, in such cases, the judgment should be based on the number of auspicious and malevolent stars in the original destiny chart.

紫府與數相合何如？紫微南北斗中天帝主，天府乃南斗主。又看陰陽相伴者，看陰陽不相伴，又數不相生，為下格。陰陽純駁為中格。又三方四正皆吉星為上格。吉凶相伴守照為中格。凶星惡殺為下格兇徒論。

First, check whether the two main stars, 「Ziwei」 and 「Tianfu」, are compatible with the Five Phases Structure Number of the native's birth. 「Ziwei」 is the main star of the Southern Dipper, Northern Dipper, and the central throne. 「Tianfu」 is the main star of the Southern Dipper. Then check if yin and yang are compatible: if yin and yang are not compatible, and the Five Phases Structure Number does not generate with the stars, it is a low-ranking configuration. If yin and yang are compatible but mixed and impure, it is a medium-ranking configuration. If all three directions and four cardinal points are occupied by auspicious stars, it is a top-ranking configuration. If auspicious and inauspicious stars are mixed, with the stars either in the same palace or forming a conjunction, it is a medium-ranking configuration. If all are inauspicious stars and evil influences, it is considered a low-ranking configuration, indicating a violent and fierce person.

凡星得上格而數得上格為第一，位至極品之貴。凡星得上格而數得中格為第二，位至三公。星得上格而數得下格為第三，位至六卿。皆為上格上壽之人。星得中格而數得上格為第四，位至監司。星中數中為第五，位至縣令。星中敷下為第六，異路前程貴顯。皆得中等享福主人也。

Stars and celestial phenomena are considered superior quality, and the Five Phases structure number are also superior, ranking as the first class, with the potential to attain the highest official rank. If stars are superior but the structure number is medium, it ranks as the second class, with the potential to attain the rank of the Three Grand Ministers. If stars are superior but the structure number is inferior, it ranks as the third class, with the potential to attain the rank of the Six Ministers. These three classes are all considered superior patterns with long lifespans. If stars are medium but the structure number is superior, it ranks as the fourth class, with the potential to attain the rank of local officials at the level of supervisors. If stars are medium and the structure number is also medium, it ranks as the fifth class, with the potential to attain the rank of county magistrates. If stars are medium but the structure number is inferior (the original text "敷" refers to "number"), it ranks as the sixth class, with the potential to attain prominence through channels other than the imperial examination system. These three classes are all considered medium quality with good fortune.

又星得下格而數得上格為第七，衣祿豐足，富比陶朱，子孫蕃盛，壽享遐齡，以星雖凶而命入格合局故也，再否虛名虛利。星下數中為第八，衣食無虧。星下數下為第九，辛苦奔波，貧窮夭折。上中下三等，依理而斷，則上可以知祖宗之源，而下可以知子孫之盛衰也。

Stars are of the lower grade, while the Five Phases and Structure Number are of the higher grade, ranking as the seventh level: clothing, food, salary, and wealth are abundant, and wealth is comparable to that of Tao Zhu Gong Fan Li in the Spring and Autumn period. Descendants are numerous, and longevity is enjoyed. This is because although the stars may be malevolent, the birth chart has entered the pattern and combined with the structure. If it does not combine with the structure, then only empty fame and empty gains remain. Stars are of the lower grade and Structure Number is of the middle grade, ranking as the eighth level: clothing and food are not lacking. Stars are of the lower grade and Structure Number is also of the lower grade, ranking as the ninth level: one's life is full of hardship and toil, poor and short-lived. By applying this principle to the upper, middle, and lower grades, one can ascend to know the origins and foundations of ancestors, and descend to know the rise and fall of descendants.

男女命不同，星辰各別。男命先看身命，次看財帛宮祿遷移，俱要廟旺為吉，落陷聚凶為凶。三看福德，權祿劫空廟陷吉忌。又看田宅奴僕疾厄宮吉凶，吉凶已算於後。又看父母妻子三宮，俱有劫空殺忌則僧道之命，否則貧窮孤獨。須要仔細參詳，方可斷人禍福榮辱。

For male and female destinies, the emphasis differs, and the importance of different stars varies. For a male destiny, first examine the body palace and the Life Palace (life palace), then the wealth palace, official palace, and migration palace. The stars in these palaces should be in a flourishing position to be auspicious; if they are in a declining position and gather maleficent stars, it will be inauspicious. Thirdly, examine the fortune virtue palace, looking at whether "化权" (conversion of authority), "化禄" (conversion of wealth), "地劫" (plunder malefic), and "天空" (star of emptiness) are in a flourishing or declining position, and whether they are auspicious or inauspicious. Then examine the fields palace, servant palace, and illness palace for their auspiciousness or inauspiciousness, with specific methods explained later. Finally, examine the parents, spouse, and children palaces. If all three have Plunder and Void (plunder and emptiness), it indicates a destiny of a monk or nun; if not, it suggests poverty and loneliness. One must carefully examine each palace to determine a person's fortune, misfortune, honor, and disgrace.

女命先看身命吉凶，如貪狼七殺擎羊則不美。次看福德宮吉凶，若七殺單居福德必為娼婢。三看夫君，四看子媳財帛田宅。若桃花刑殺要敗絕空亡為凶，若諸吉廟旺則佳，雖是艱辛貧困亦不為下濺夭折論。女因夫貴，女命貴格反為無用，以子媳夫君福德為正強。田宅財帛為次強。宮祿遷移七殺為陷。

For a female's fortune, first examine the body palace and the Life Palace for auspicious or inauspicious signs. If these palaces are occupied by 「Tān láng」, 「Qī shā」, or 「Qíng yáng」, it is not favorable. Next, check the fortune virtue palace; according to old sayings, if the fortune virtue palace alone has 「Qī shā」, the woman will inevitably become a prostitute or a servant. Then examine the marriage palace, followed by the children, wealth, and property palaces. If the Taohua star and the punishment malefic star are combined with the Decay position, Extinction position, or Kongwang, it indicates misfortune. If many auspicious stars are in a strong position, it is a good fortune. Even if there are temporary difficulties and poverty, it should not be considered as a fate of lowly birth and early death. In the old times, a woman's status depended on her husband, so even if a woman has a noble destiny like a male's, it is not applicable. The most important palaces are the children, marriage, and fortune virtue palaces, followed by the property and wealth palaces. The official position and migration palaces, along with the 「Qī shā」 star, are considered unfavorable in a female's chart.

小兒博士力士上短下長，青龍將軍腮小頭圓。大耗鼻仰唇縮，死符病符聲高性雄。官府奏書逢惡曜落地無聲，白虎太歲遇七殺幼弱遭傷。須分生剋制化之垣，更看時祿衰敗之地，後觀關殺方知壽夭窮通。

When judging the destiny of a child, if the Life Palace is occupied by「Doctor」and「Soldier」, the body is short in the upper part and long in the lower part; if occupied by「Azure Dragon」and「General」, the cheeks are small and the head is round; if encountering「Star of Great Expenditure」, the nostrils are upturned and the lips are inwardly contracted; if encountering「Death Symbol」and「Disease Symbol」, the crying is loud and the nature is strong; if「Government Office」and「Petition」meet with evil stars, the child cannot cry at birth; if「White Tiger」and「Age Star」meet with「General Star and Star of Severity」, the child is weak and easily injured. To judge the child's destiny, one must first distinguish the generation, overcoming, control, and transformation among the various palace stars, then examine the strength or decline of the birth hour's Lu position, and finally check the various「obstacles and calamities」, in order to determine whether the child will live a long or short life, and whether his destiny is prosperous or difficult.

小兒初生，命中星辰廟旺，大小二限未行，斷其災少，易養，父母無克。若命坐惡殺及纏陷弱之地，大小二限未行，斷其災多，難養，刑剋父母。

When a child is just born, if the stars in his Life Palace are strong and prosperous, and both the big limit and small limit have not yet started, he is likely to have few illnesses, be easy to raise, and not harm his parents. If the Life Palace is occupied by evil stars, or if the stars are in weak or declining positions, even though the big and small limits have not yet started, he is likely to have many illnesses, be difficult to raise, and may harm his parents.

子午卯酉單頂門，或偏左邊二三分，寅申巳亥亦單頂，偏居右去始為真，辰戌丑未是雙頂，胞胎受定正時辰。又：子午卯酉面向天，寅申巳亥側身眠，辰戌丑未臉伏地，臨盆當試用心堅。

To determine the time of birth by observing the shape of a newborn's head: those born at Zi, Wu, Mao, or You times have a single hair whorl on their head, slightly to the left by about two or three inches. Those born at Yin, Shen, Si, or Hai times also have a single whorl, but it should be slightly to the right. Those born at Chen, Xu, Chou, or Wei times have two whorls — this is determined in the womb. There is also a rule: infants born at Zi, Wu, Mao, or You times lie on their backs facing up; those born at Yin, Shen, Si, or Hai times lie on their sides; and those born at Chen, Xu, Chou, or Wei times lie face down. During childbirth, one may carefully observe this.

凡男女生在寅午戌申子辰六陽時，安命在此六宮者吉。生在巳酉丑亥卯未六陰時，安命在此六宮者吉。反此則少遂。

Those born in the Yang hours of Yin, Wu, Xu, Shen, Zi, and Chen have their destiny palace located in these six palace positions, which is auspicious. Those born in the Yin hours of Si, You, Chou, Hai, Mao, and Wei have their destiny palace located in these six palace positions, which is also auspicious. If the Yin and Yang are opposite to the palace positions, their lives will be seldom smooth.

如人生子亥二時最難定準，要仔細推祥。如子時有十刻，上午刻屬昨夜亥時，下午刻屬今日子時。如天氣陰雨之際，必須羅經以定真確時候，若差訛則命不准矣。

A person's life is most difficult to determine accurately during the Zi and Hai hours. One must carefully examine and calculate. The Zi hour consists of ten parts, with the first half still belonging to the previous night's Hai hour, and the second half belonging to the current day's Zi hour. If it is rainy and there is no sunlight to see the shadow, one must use a compass to determine the exact time. If the hour is even slightly wrong, the destiny chart will be inaccurate.

如寅午巳酉生人，見辰戍丑未時最毒，子申亥卯生人次之。若寅亥巳生人，見午申酉亥時，主先克父，出十六歲則不妨。若辰巳丑未生人，見子午卯巳亥申酉時生者，主先克母。

Those born in the years of Yin, Wu, Si, and You, if born at the hours of Chen, Xu, Chou, or Wei, will experience the heaviest punishments and conflicts. Those born in the years of Zi, Shen, Hai, and Mao will experience slightly lighter punishments. Those born in the years of Yin, Hai, and Si, if born at the hours of Wu, Shen, You, or Hai, will primarily suffer from the loss of their father, but after the age of sixteen, there will be no further problems. Those born in the years of Chen, Si, Chou, and Wei, if born at the hours of Zi, Wu, Mao, Si, Hai, Shen, or You, will primarily suffer from the loss of their mother.

人生於富貴之家，一生快樂享福，財官顯達，妻榮子貴，奴僕成行，聲名昭著。其間有半途遭傷，人離財散，官非火盜，身喪家亡，此等之命非命也。是限步逢大小二限及太歲相沖照，又加凶殺守臨，故此破敗，不貧即損壽也。所謂先成後敗，先大後小也。

Some are born into wealthy families, enjoying a life of comfort and prosperity, with wealth and official positions flourishing, their wives honored, sons esteemed, servants numerous, and their reputation spreading far and wide. Yet among them, some meet with difficulties along the way: family members scatter, wealth is exhausted, lawsuits arise, fires or thefts occur, and even death and family ruin follow. This is not due to their destiny being inherently so, but rather because during their lifetime, the major and minor periods, along with the current year's heavenly stem, clash with each other, and malevolent stars occupy their palace and govern their time, leading to decline. They either become poor or lose their lives prematurely. This is called first success then failure, first great fortune then small.

又有人命出身微賤，營活生計，百工巧藝，九流醫術，又為農圃等輩，初歷艱辛度日。卻仍中末平地升騰，發財驚駭鄉邦，因生在中庸之局，後因限步相扶，星辰逢吉曜兼廟旺，以此突然發達進祿。所謂先貧後富，先小後大是也。

Some people are born into humble circumstances, making a living through their skills, working as various craftsmen or engaging in the arts of medicine and divination, or tilling the land and growing vegetables, struggling through early years. However, by middle or old age, they suddenly rise to prosperity, accumulating wealth that astonishes the entire village or district. This is because their original destiny was of moderate fortune, but later they encountered favorable fortune, and the stars in the positions they occupied were both auspicious and in their prime, leading to sudden success and wealth. This is called first poverty then wealth, first small then great.

如宮分星纏全吉廟旺得地，無擎羊陀羅火鈴空劫者，主十年安靜，人財全美。若限內有擎羊陀羅火鈴空劫忌星為伴，成敗不一。如宮分星纏陷地，值擎羊陀羅火鈴空劫忌，又加流年惡殺湊合，及小限巡逢凶殺，則官災死亡立見。大限將出，有吉眾者無災悔，少者災多，損人破財不利。

When the major period is in a palace where all the stars are auspicious and in their prime condition, without the malefics such as 'Qingyang', 'Tuo Luo', 'Huoxing', 'Lingxing', 'Dijie', and 'Tiankong', this decade will be peaceful and quiet, with people and wealth all complete. If these malefics and 'Hua Ji' are present in the period, success and failure will be uncertain. If the stars in the major period palace are in decline, and at the same time 'Qingyang', 'Tuo Luo', 'Huoxing', 'Lingxing', 'Di Jie', 'Tiankong' and 'Hua Ji' are present, and the evil stars of the current year also gather together, then when the minor period passes, encountering evil stars will immediately lead to lawsuits or even death. When the major period is nearly over, those with many auspicious stars will have no misfortune or regret, while those with few auspicious stars will face more misfortune, leading to loss of people, expenditure of wealth, and all affairs being unfavorable.

凡行至寅申巳亥子午宮，遇紫微天府天同太陽太陰昌曲祿存祿主吉星，主人財興旺，添丁進口之慶。行至辰戍丑未卯酉，遇惡殺廉貞天使羊陀火鈴空劫忌星，主人酒色荒迷，貧乏死生。遇左右昌曲，仕宦遷官加職，士民生子發財，婦人喜事，僧道亦利，商賈得益。

Whenever the destiny path reaches the palace of Yin, Shen, Si, Hai, Zi, or Wu, encountering the auspicious stars such as The Emperor star, Treasury star and command star, Star of blessings, Star of brightness and prestige, Wealth star and mother star, Star of examinations and documents, Star of talent and eloquence, and Wealth-salary star indicates prosperity in both people and wealth, with the joy of adding new members to the family. However, when the destiny path reaches the palace of Chen, Xu, Chou, Wei, Mao, or You and encounters malevolent stars such as Lian Zhen, Star of the messenger of illness, Malefic of injury, Malefic of delay and entanglement, Malefic of violence, Hidden-fire malefic, Plunder malefic, Star of emptiness, and Hua Ji, it signifies indulgence in alcohol and pleasures, poverty and hardship, and even reaching a critical point of life and death. If encountering Auxiliary auspicious star, Auxiliary auspicious star, Star of examinations and documents, or Star of talent and eloquence, officials will be promoted and receive higher positions, scholars and common people will have children and gain wealth, women will have good news, and monks and Taoists will have smooth progress. Merchants will make profits.

凡大小二限及太歲，怕行天傷天使夾地，怕行天空地劫之地，怕行擎羊陀羅之地，及羊陀沖照，怕脫凶限，怕逢凶限，又怕傷使劫空羊陀並夾歲限。如天傷在子，天使在寅，歲限在丑宮，乃並夾也。羊陀守命尚且無用，況夾限乎？若逃得過須看壽星，紫微天同天梁貪狼坐命可解。更須看月值惡殺，日值惡殺，加湊大小歲月日時五者參詳吉凶推斷。

The greatest fears in the great limit, small limit, and annual master are encountering a palace occupied by "Tian Shang" and "Tian Shi" together, or a palace occupied by "Tian Kong" and "Di Jie," or a palace occupied by "Qing Yang" and "Tuo Luo," or being afflicted by the conflict of "Yang" and "Tuo." It is also feared to just escape from a bad limit, or to be in a bad limit, or to have "Shang," "Shi," "Jie," "Kong," "Yang," and "Tuo" all converging on the annual master and the current limit. For example, if "Tian Shang" is in the Zi palace and "Tian Shi" is in the Yin palace, while the current annual master and limit fall in the Chou palace, this is called being "converged and enclosed." Even if "Yang" and "Tuo" are only guarding the Life Palace, it is already ineffective, let alone if the current limit is enclosed between them. To pass through this situation safely, one must also look at the longevity star — if the Life Palace is occupied by "Zi Wei," "Tian Tong," "Tian Liang," or "Tan Lang," it can resolve the issue. Additionally, one must check whether the current month is occupied by evil stars, and whether the current day is occupied by evil stars. Only by combining the great limit, small limit, annual master, month, day, and hour can one accurately determine the fortune's outcome.

太歲行至奏書將軍直符天使天傷羊陀火鈴空劫忌星，逢一二位，主人離財散，疾病哭泣之兆。若歲限犯重月日一二位，又逢忌星合者，官吏遭謫，常人遭橫事，婦人損胎，病者死亡。若惡殺在不得地，如風雨暴過。若歲限臨無吉星，命中無救，其年難過必死。

When the current year's Tai Sui (Year Master) arrives at positions marked by 'Zoushu' (Petition), 'Jiangjun' (General), 'Zhi Fu' (Direct Symbol), 'Tianshang' (Star of Depletion and Injury), 'Tianshi' (Messenger of Illness), 'Qingyang' (Malefic of Injury), 'Tuo Luo' (Malefic of Delay and Entanglement), 'Huoxing' (Malefic of Violence), 'Lingxing' (Hidden-Fire Malefic), 'Dijie' (Plunder Malefic), 'Tiankong' (Star of Emptiness), and the position of Huaji (Malignant Influence), encountering even one or two of these stars indicates family separation, loss of wealth, and is a premonition of illness and sorrow. If the current year and the current limit (personal limit) overlap and conflict, and if the Month Builder and Day Branch also occupy one or two of these positions, and Huaji joins in, then officials may be demoted, ordinary people may suffer sudden misfortune, pregnant women may miscarry, and the sick may die. If these malevolent stars fall in unfavorable positions, their effects will be like a sudden storm, passing quickly. If the current year's limit falls on a palace with no beneficial stars, and the native has no rescuing stars, then this year will be hard to survive, inevitably leading to death.

須詳大限獨守吉凶何如，小限獨守吉凶何如，太歲獨守吉凶何如。如歲限俱凶則凶。又看大限與小限相逢吉凶何如，大限逢太歲吉凶何如，小限逢太歲吉凶何如，禍福所定。又看太歲沖大限小限，太歲沖羊陀七殺，然後可斷吉凶。

One must examine separately whether the great limit is auspicious or inauspicious, whether the small limit is auspicious or inauspicious, and whether the current year's sovereign is auspicious or inauspicious. If both the sovereign and the current limit are inauspicious, then it is judged as inauspicious. Then one must look at how auspicious or inauspicious the great limit and small limit are when they meet, how auspicious or inauspicious the great limit is when it meets the sovereign, and how auspicious or inauspicious the small limit is when it meets the sovereign. The fortune and misfortune are thus determined. Finally, one must also check whether the sovereign conflicts with the great limit, the small limit, or with 'Qingyang', 'Tuo Luo', and 'Qishash' to determine the auspiciousness or inauspiciousness.

陽男陰女南斗為福，陰男陽女北斗為福。北斗諸星吉凶，大限斷上五年應，小限斷上半年應。南斗諸星吉凶，大限斷下五年應，小限斷下半年應。

A man born in a yang year and a woman born in a yin year take the stars of the Southern Dipper as their auspicious stars. A man born in a yin year and a woman born in a yang year take the stars of the Northern Dipper as their auspicious stars. The fortune of the stars in the Northern Dipper is reflected in the first five years of the large limit and the first half year of the small limit. The fortune of the stars in the Southern Dipper is reflected in the last five years of the large limit and the latter half year of the small limit.

凡太歲看三方對照星辰吉凶何如，以定禍福。太歲在命宮行者禍福尤緊。如命在子宮太歲到子，又癸生人逢吉則吉，逢凶則凶。

When examining the current year's heavenly stem and earthly branch, one should look at the auspicious or inauspicious stars in the three directions corresponding to it, to determine the fortune or misfortune of the year. If the current year's heavenly stem and earthly branch exactly aligns with the native's Life Palace, the fortune or misfortune will be particularly significant. For example, if the native's Life Palace is in the Zi position and the current year's heavenly stem and earthly branch also falls in Zi, and the native was born in the Gui year, then if an auspicious star appears in that year, it will be auspicious; if a malevolent star appears, it will be inauspicious.

陰騰延壽生百福，雖然倒限不遭傷。假如有人大小二限及太歲到凶陷地，有延過壽去不死者，乃是其人曾行陰騰，平日利物濟人，反身修德，以作善降福，雖凶不害。如宋郊編荻橋渡蟻是也。又如諸葛亮火燒藤甲軍，傷人太毒減壽一紀。當以此參詳。

Accumulating Yin Virtue can prolong one's life and generate various blessings. Even if one reaches a critical limit, they will not suffer harm. The original text refers to 「yin teng」 as 「yin zhi」, meaning accumulating virtue in secret. If someone's destiny, minor limit, and annual star all reach dangerous and declining positions, yet they survive beyond their lifespan, it is because they have previously accumulated Yin Virtue — benefiting all things, helping others, self-cultivating virtue, and performing good deeds to receive heavenly blessings. Therefore, even when encountering danger, they are not harmed. A famous example is Song Jiao, who used reed grass to build a bridge to rescue ants, later becoming a top scholar. Conversely, Zhuge Liang in the Three Kingdoms period burned the Tengjia soldiers, causing excessive cruelty, thus shortening his life by twelve years. When determining fate, this aspect should be considered together.

如庚年生人，命在卯宮，遷移在酉宮。如遇羊陀，流年亦庚祿居申，流羊在酉，流陀在未，是命在卯宮原有酉宮擎羊沖合，流年又遇流羊流陀，謂之羊陀迭並。

For example, someone born in the year of Geng will have their Life Palace in the Mao palace, and their Travel Palace in the You palace. In their natal chart, they encounter 「擎羊」 and 「陀罗」. When the flow year is also Geng, the 「禄存」 of the flow year falls in the Shen palace. Thus, the flow year's 「擎羊」 is in the You palace, and the flow year's 「陀罗」 is in the Wei palace. The natal Life Palace is in the Mao palace, which originally is affected by the You palace's 「擎羊」. The flow year also encounters flow 「擎羊」 and flow 「陀罗」, which is called 「羊陀迭并」.

如命中三合原有七殺守照，而流年又遇流羊流陀沖照凶，七殺重逢，二者為禍最毒。入廟災晦減輕，如陷地逢忌及卯酉遇擎羊為閒宮，午生人不利也。然七殺逢吉曜眾亦轉凶化吉，不可一概論凶。擎羊陀羅七殺逢紫微天相祿存三合拱照可解。

If the native's chart already has the "Seven Killers" star guarding or illuminating the Life Palace, and the current year also encounters the flowing "Malefic of Injury" and "Malefic of Delay and Entanglement" conflicting with it, this is called "Seven Killers Reunion," which is the most harmful combination. When "Seven Killers" is in its proper position, the misfortune can be reduced. However, if it is in a declining position and also meets the transformed Hua Ji, or if it is in the Mao or You Palace and encounters "Malefic of Injury" in an idle palace, it is especially unfavorable for those born in the Wu year. However, if "Seven Killers" is combined with many auspicious stars, it can turn misfortune into good fortune and should not be universally judged as harmful. If "Malefic of Injury," "Malefic of Delay and Entanglement," and "Seven Killers" are supported by "The Emperor Star," "Seal Star and Star of Livelihood," and "Wealth-Salary Star" in the Triple Harmony position, the danger can be resolved.

詩曰：羊陀迭並命難逃，七殺重逢禍必遭，太歲二限臨此地，十生九死不堅牢。

There is a poem that says: When the flowing year's Yang Tu and the native's Yang Tu meet and overlap, life and death are hard to escape; the "Seven Killers" meet again, calamity is certain to come; the flowing year's Tai Sui and the great limit and small limit also arrive at this palace position, out of ten lives, nine will die, and life and death are no longer secure.

人生子命忌寅申：假如子年生人切忌寅申歲限，災晦至重，及忌子午歲限相沖。丑午生人丑午瞋：假如丑年生人忌午丑歲限，午生人亦忌丑午歲限，及忌七殺星，災晦極重。寅卯之人防巳亥：假如寅卯人忌巳亥歲限，及忌卯酉寅申相沖。

The mnemonic says "a person born in the year of Zi should avoid the limits of Yin and Shen": people born in the year of Zi should avoid the limits of Yin and Shen in the flowing years, which bring extreme misfortune, and also avoid the limits of Zi and Wu that clash. The mnemonic says "a person born in the year of Chou should avoid Chou and Wu": people born in the year of Chou should avoid the limits of Chou and Wu in the flowing years, and people born in the year of Wu should also avoid the limits of Chou and Wu, and also avoid encountering "Seven Killers", which bring extreme misfortune. The mnemonic says "those born in the year of Yin or Mao should avoid Si and Hai": people born in the year of Yin or Mao should avoid the limits of Si and Hai in the flowing years, and also avoid the clashes between Mao and You, and between Yin and Shen.

龍蛇切忌本身臨：假如巳生人忌逢巳年及忌行到巳限、辰生人忌行辰年又忌行到辰限為天羅，又忌行到戌為地網，限遇此災晦疾厄之險，官非破財憂制連連矣。申人鈴火災殃重：假如申生人忌逢火鈴二星，必主災晦至重，及忌寅年沖。未遇豬雞墓患殷：假如未生人忌逢酉戌歲限，又忌見擎羊在四墓宮。

The mnemonic says "Dragon and Snake should avoid being in the same position": people born in the Year of Snake should avoid encountering the Year of Snake, and also avoid having their life limit reach the Snake's palace. People born in the Year of Dragon should avoid encountering the Year of Dragon, and also avoid having their life limit reach the Dragon's palace, because Dragon is "Tianluo" and also avoid reaching the Dog's palace, as Dog is "Diwang". When the life limit encounters these positions, there is danger of calamity and illness, followed by lawsuits, financial loss, and continuous worries and restrictions. The mnemonic says "People born in the Year of Monkey suffer severe disasters from Fire and Bell Stars": people born in the Year of Monkey should avoid encountering the "Malefic of Violence" and "Hidden-fire Malefic" stars, which will certainly bring about extreme calamity, and also avoid encountering the Year of Rat, which conflicts with the Year of Monkey. The mnemonic says "People born in the Year of Goat suffer grave troubles when encountering Pig and Rooster": people born in the Year of Goat should avoid having their life limit reach the Rooster's or Dog's palace, and also avoid the "Malefic of Injury" star being in the four burial palaces (burial palaces) of Dragon, Dog, Ox, and Sheep.

戌亥羊陀須避忌：假如戌亥生人忌遇羊陀災重，戌生人又行到戍宮歲限為地網，又忌行到辰宮歲限為天羅，謂之辰戌相沖不美。酉人陀刃亦非親：假如酉生人亦忌羊陀歲限及忌行卯宮限，及卯年歲君相沖。

The mnemonic says "Xu Hai Yang Tu must be avoided": people born in the Xu year or Hai year should avoid encountering "Malefic of injury" and "Malefic of delay and entanglement." If they meet these, they will suffer serious misfortune. Those born in the Xu year should also avoid going to the Xu palace when entering their life cycle, as Xu is "Diwang" (earth net), and they should also avoid going to the Chen palace, as Chen is "Tianluo" (heavenly net). This is the conflict between Chen and Xu, which is very inauspicious. The mnemonic also says "You person Tu Ren is not close": people born in the You year should also avoid encountering "Malefic of delay and entanglement" and "Malefic of injury" in the flow years and life cycles. They should also avoid going to the Mao palace during their life cycle, as well as the Mao year's Tai sui (sovereign star) coming to clash.

豬犬生人莫遇蛇，辰戍切忌到網羅，預先整頓衣冠木，未免生人唱輓歌。

Those born in the Hai or Xu years should avoid encountering the Si year or the Si limit; those born in the Chen or Xu years must strictly avoid entering the "Tianluo" and "Diwang" sectors. If they do reach that point, they can only prepare a shroud and coffin in advance, and the living family members will inevitably have to sing funeral songs.

金人遇坎命須傷，木命落離有禍殃，水遇艮宮應蹇滯，火來兌上禍難藏，土到東南逢震巽，須防膿血及驚慌，縱然吉曜相逢照，未免官災鬧一場。

People with a metal destiny who encounter the Kan position, which is the northern water land, will suffer injuries to their life force. Those with a wood destiny who reach the Li position, which is the southern fire land, will face calamities. Those with a water destiny who meet the Gen position, which is the northeast land, will face obstructions everywhere. Those with a fire destiny who arrive at the Dui position, which is the western metal land, will have troubles that are hard to hide. Those with a earth destiny who reach the Zhen and Xun positions in the southeast, which are wood lands, should be cautious of diseases and unexpected frights. Even if auspicious stars are present, they will still have to deal with legal disputes.

依此判斷其人行年災患應如神。子年太歲並小限到子宮入廟化吉：七殺破軍在子宮守歲限，癸庚己生人發福；巨門天機，乙癸生人發福；天府天相天梁，丁己庚人財旺遂心；又天同，丙丁生人財官雙美。子年太歲並小限到子宮不入廟化凶：紫微在子宮守命及歲限，丙戊生人悔吝，破財災殃。子年太歲所值吉凶星：祿存天機天同太陰昌曲輔弼破軍天相廉真武曲天府巨門七殺，可斷其年人財兩美，事事遂心。若遇貪狼紫微天梁忌星太陽擎羊，便斷人財耗散孝服，本身災晦不寧，減半論之。

When determining the misfortunes of a person's annual cycle, the results are accurate and divine. If the Tai Sui (Heavenly Sovereign) of the Zi year and the small limit reach the Zi palace, and the stars are in their proper position (in temple), leading to favorable outcomes: if "Qixia" and "Pojun" are in the Zi palace during the annual cycle, those born in the Gui, Geng, and Ji years will experience good fortune; if "Jumen" and "Tianji" are there, those born in the Yi and Gui years will prosper; if "Tianfu," "Tianxiang," and "Tianliang" are present, those born in the Ding, Ji, and Geng years will have wealth and satisfaction; if "Tiantong" is there, those born in the Bing and Ding years will have both wealth and official success. If the Tai Sui of the Zi year and the small limit reach the Zi palace, but the stars are not in their proper position and instead turn to malevolent influences: if "Ziwei" is in the Zi palace and also meets the annual cycle, those born in the Bing and Wu years will face many regrets, financial loss, and misfortunes. As for the auspicious and inauspicious stars encountered during the Zi year Tai Sui: if the stars are "Luchun," "Tianji," "Tiantong," "Taiyin," "Wenchang," "Wenqu," "Zuofu," "Youbi," "Pojun," "Tianxiang," "Lianzhen," "Wuqu," "Tianfu," "Jumen," or "Qixia," it can be predicted that the person will have both prosperity in family and wealth, and everything will go smoothly. However, if the stars are "Tanlang," "Ziwei," "Tianliang," with Hua Ji (influence of Hua Ji), or "Taiyang" and "Qingyang," it can be predicted that the person will suffer from financial loss, family mourning, and personal misfortunes — but the severity can be halved.

丑年太歲並小限到丑宮入廟化吉：天機在丑守命，丙辛生人發旺；天相，戊生人發旺；太陰武曲，丙戊生人發旺；天府廉貞，戊生人發旺；天梁，丙戊辛生人發旺。丑年太歲並小限到丑宮不入廟化凶：太陰在丑宮守命，戊生人悔吝；太陽星，甲乙生人悔吝；天機，丙辛癸生人悔吝；天同廉貞，丁庚生人招官非。丑年太歲所值吉凶星：紫微天相天梁太陰天府祿存廉貞破軍昌曲天機輔弼，可斷其年事事遂心。若遇天同巨門武曲貪狼忌宿太陽擎羊，便斷其年人財耗散，官災口舌孝服，本身遭晦，減半論之。

In the Year of the Ox, the Tai Sui (Heavenly Sovereign) and the small limit (minor period) reach the Ox mansion. If the stars are in their proper position (in temple), they bring good fortune: The star Tian Ji (Star of Wisdom and Adaptability) governing the Ox mansion brings prosperity to those born in the years of Bing and Xin; the star Tian Xiang (Seal Star and Star of Livelihood) brings prosperity to those born in the year of Wu; the stars Tai Yin (Wealth Star and Mother Star) and Wu Qu (Wealth Star and General Star) bring prosperity to those born in the years of Bing and Wu; the stars Tian Fu (Treasury Star and Command Star) and Lian Zhen (Dark Star and Star of Speech) bring prosperity to those born in the year of Wu; the star Tian Liang (Shelter Star and Longevity Star) brings prosperity to those born in the years of Bing, Wu, and Xin. If the Tai Sui and the small limit reach the Ox mansion without the stars being in their proper position (in temple), they bring misfortune: The star Tai Yin governing the Ox mansion brings regrets to those born in the year of Wu; the star Tai Yang (Star of Brightness and Prestige) brings regrets to those born in the years of Jia and Yi; the star Tian Ji governing the Ox mansion brings regrets to those born in the years of Bing, Xin, and Gui; the stars Tian Tong (Star of Blessings) and Lian Zhen governing the Ox mansion bring legal troubles to those born in the years of Ding and Geng. The stars associated with the Year of the Ox that bring good fortune are: Purple Wei (Emperor Star), Tian Xiang, Tian Liang, Tai Yin, Tian Fu, Lu Cun (Wealth-Salary Star), Lian Zhen, Po Jun (Expenditure Star and Vanguard Star), Wen Chang (Star of Examinations and Documents), Wen Qu (Star of Talent and Eloquence), Tian Ji, Zuo Fu (Auxiliary Auspicious Star), and You Bi (Auxiliary Auspicious Star). If these stars are present, one can predict that everything will go smoothly in the year. However, if the stars Tian Tong, Ju Men (Dark Star and Star of Speech), Wu Qu, Tan Lang (Star of Romance and Desire), Tai Yang, or Qing Yang (Malefic of Injury) appear, or if they are in a bad aspect, one can predict that there will be loss of wealth and property, legal disputes, verbal conflicts, and mourning, and the fortune will be only half as strong.

寅年太歲並小限到寅宮入廟化吉：紫微太陽武曲天梁七殺，甲庚丁己生人財官雙美。寅年太歲並小限到寅宮不入廟化凶：廉貞貪狼破軍在寅，丙戊生人招官非，甲子生人不喜寅申歲限。寅年太歲所值吉凶星：紫微天府天機太陰武曲七殺天同天相太陽巨門天梁，便斷其年人財進益作事遂心。若遇貪狼陀忌，便斷其年人財破散，官非孝服，本身見災，減半論之。

The Tai Sui of the Year of Yin, together with the small limit reaching the Yin palace, and the stars entering their proper position to bring good fortune: "Ziwei," "Taiyang," "Wuqu," "Tianliang," and "Qishan" are present here. Those born in the years of Jia, Geng, Ding, and Ji will have both wealth and official positions in good condition. The Tai Sui of the Year of Yin, together with the small limit reaching the Yin palace, but not entering their proper position, and transforming into misfortune: "Lianzhen," "Tanlang," and "Pojun" are in the Yin palace. Those born in the years of Bing and Wu will encounter legal troubles. Those born in the years of Jia and Zi will not like to go through the flow years of Yin and Shen palaces. The good and bad stars associated with the Tai Sui of the Year of Yin: if encountering "Ziwei," "Tianfu," "Tianji," "Taiyin," "Wuqu," "Qishan," "Tian Tong," "Tianxiang," "Taiyang," "Jumen," and "Tianliang," it indicates that this year will have an increase in people, gains in wealth, and things going smoothly. If encountering "Tanlang," "Tuo Luo," and the Hua Ji (injunction), it indicates that this year will have loss of wealth, legal troubles, and mourning, with the effects being half the usual amount.

卯年太歲並小限到卯宮入廟化吉：紫微天機太陽天相天府天同武曲在命，乙辛生人發旺。卯年太歲並小限到卯宮不入廟化凶：廉貞，甲丙生人橫破財；太陰，甲乙生人財破災害，庚生人亦不宜，主災害。卯年太歲所值吉凶星：太陰天梁紫微天機天同天府貪狼巨門七殺，即斷其年人財興旺，婚姻喜事重重，諸事稱心。若遇廉貞破軍太陰天相擎羊忌宿，其年破財，官災口舌，本身見晦，減半論之。

In the year of the Rabbit (卯), the Tai Sui (Heavenly Sovereign) and the small limit (small age) arrive at the Rabbit palace. If the stars are in their proper position and bring good fortune, such as the Emperor star (紫微), Star of wisdom and adaptability (天机), Star of brightness and prestige (太阳), Seal star (天相), Treasury star (天府), Star of blessings (天同), and Wealth star and general star (武曲), then those born in the Year of the Ox (乙) and the Year of the Rooster (辛) will prosper. However, if the Tai Sui and small limit arrive at the Rabbit palace without the stars being in their proper position and bring misfortune, and the Star of integrity (廉贞) is present, then those born in the Year of the Rat (甲) and the Year of the Dragon (丙) will suffer financial loss. If the Wealth star and mother star (太阴) is present, then those born in the Year of the Rat (甲) and the Year of the Ox (乙) will suffer financial loss and misfortune, and those born in the Year of the Monkey (庚) will also not be suitable, leading to disasters. The stars that bring good fortune in the year of the Rabbit (卯) include the Star of integrity (廉贞), Expenditure star and vanguard star (破军), Wealth star and mother star (太阴), Seal star (天相), Malefic of injury (擎羊), and the star of ill fortune (化忌). If these stars appear, then the year will bring financial loss, legal disputes, and bad luck. If the stars include the Emperor star (紫微), Star of wisdom and adaptability (天机), Star of blessings (天同), Treasury star (天府), Star of romance and desire (贪狼), Star of speech (巨门), General star and star of severity (七杀), then the year will bring prosperity in wealth and fortune, many happy marriages, and all matters will go smoothly.

辰年太歲並小限到辰宮入廟化吉：紫微貪狼七殺在辰宮守命限，癸甲生人財官祿旺；天機太陽，丁庚癸生人財祿發旺；天同，戊庚癸生人順遂；巨門，丙辛生人遂意。辰年太歲並小限到辰宮不入廟化凶：貪狼武曲在辰，壬癸生人災晦；天同巨門，丁庚生人災晦；廉貞，壬癸生人主災晦至重；太陰太陽天機，甲乙戊己生人災晦。辰年太歲所值吉凶星：太陽天機天梁七殺貪狼文昌左輔右弼，便斷其年財祿大進益，家道更興隆，添丁進口，婚姻喜慶重重。若遇紫微天同廉貞天府太陰巨門天相破軍忌宿，便斷其年破財孝服，官災口舌。

In the Year of the Dragon, the Tai Sui (Heavenly Sovereign) and the small limit (minor period) arrive at the Chen palace. When auspicious stars are in their proper position (in temple), the stars 「Ziwei」, 「Tanlang」, and 「Qishan」 guarding the Life Palace (destiny palace) and the period limit bring prosperity in wealth, official position, and fortune for those born in the years of Gui and Jia. When 「Tianji」 and 「Taiyang」 are in the Chen palace, those born in the years of Ding, Geng, and Gui will experience prosperity in wealth and fortune. When 「Tiantong」 is in the Chen palace, those born in the years of Wu, Geng, and Gui will find smooth sailing. When 「Jumen」 is in the Chen palace, those born in the years of Bing and Xin will find their wishes fulfilled. If the Tai Sui and the small limit arrive at the Chen palace without being in their proper position (in temple), and transform into inauspicious influences, the stars 「Tanlang」 and 「Wuqu」 in the Chen palace bring misfortune to those born in the years of Ren and Gui. The stars 「Tiantong」 and 「Jumen」 in the Chen palace bring misfortune to those born in the years of Ding and Geng. The star 「Lianzhen」 in the Chen palace brings severe misfortune to those born in the years of Ren and Gui. The stars 「Taiyin」, 「Taiyang」, and 「Tianji」 in the Chen palace bring misfortune to those born in the years of Jia, Yi, Wu, and Ji. The auspicious and inauspicious stars affecting the Year of the Dragon: if the year encounters 「Taiyang」, 「Tianji」, 「Tianliang」, 「Qishan」, 「Tanlang」, 「Wenchang」, 「Zuofu」, and 「Youbi」, it is predicted that this year will bring great advancement in wealth and fortune, the family will flourish, there will be new births, and continuous joy in marriage and celebrations. If the year encounters 「Ziwei」, 「Tiantong」, 「Lianzhen」, 「Tifu」, 「Taiyin」, 「Jumen」, 「Tianxiang」, and 「Pojun」 along with the inauspicious transformation, it is predicted that this year will bring financial loss, mourning for parents, and legal disputes and verbal conflicts.

巳年太歲並小限到巳宮入廟化吉：紫微天府天同巨門天相天梁破軍丙戊辛人發福，太陰天機丁壬辛丙生人破財，貪狼甲戊生人平平。巳年太歲並小限到巳宮不入廟化凶：巨門貪狼癸丙生人口舌災晦，太陰破軍災晦多端。巳年太歲所值吉凶星：紫微太陽天同天府天梁祿存，便斷其年人財稱意，喜事重重。若遇武曲廉貞太陰貪狼巨門天相破軍忌星，便斷其年人財損失，官災口舌，本身病患，減半論之。

The heavenly stem for the year of Si is connected with the small limit to the Si palace, and the stars are in their proper position, bringing good fortune: "Ziwei," "Tianfu," "Tiantong," "Jumen," "Tianxiang," "Tianliang," and "Pojun" are here, benefiting those born in the years of Bing, Wu, and Xin; "Taiyin" and "Tianji" are here, causing financial loss for those born in the years of Ding, Ren, Xin, and Bing; "Tanlang" is here, resulting in an average year for those born in the years of Jia and Wu. If the heavenly stem for the year of Si is connected with the small limit to the Si palace but the stars are not in their proper position, bringing misfortune: "Jumen" and "Tanlang" are here, causing disputes for those born in the years of Gui and Bing; "Taiyin" and "Pojun" are here, leading to various troubles. The auspicious and inauspicious stars associated with the year of Si: if "Ziwei," "Taiyang," "Tiantong," "Tianfu," "Tianliang," and "Luchun" are encountered, it indicates that the year will be favorable for family and wealth, with many joyful events; if "Wuqu," "Lianzhen," "Taiyin," "Tanlang," "Jumen," "Tianxiang," "Pojun," and the afflicted stars are encountered, it indicates that the year will bring loss of wealth and property, legal disputes, illness, and the effects will be halved.

午年太歲並小限到午宮入廟化吉：紫微太陽武曲天同天梁廉貞七殺破軍丁己甲癸生人進財遂心。午年太歲並小限到午宮不入廟化凶：貪狼在丙午壬癸生人破財官災口舌。午年太歲所值吉凶星：紫微天府天機太陽武曲廉貞天相巨門天梁破軍祿存，便斷其年人財興旺，婚姻喜事重重。若值太陰貪狼天同羊陀忌星，便斷其年人財破敗，官災口舌孝服，本身災厄可免。

The person born in the year of the horse (午) and whose small limit also reaches the horse palace (午宫) and the stars are in their favorable position, resulting in good fortune: the stars "Ziwei," "Taiyang," "Wuqu," "Tiantong," "Tianliang," "Lianzhen," "Qishan," and "Pojun" are present. Those born in the years of Ding, Ji, Jia, and Gui will gain wealth and have their wishes fulfilled. If the person born in the year of the horse (午) and whose small limit also reaches the horse palace (午宫) but the stars are not in their favorable position, resulting in bad fortune: the star "Tanlang" is located in the Bingwu palace. Those born in the years of Ren and Gui will suffer financial loss and face legal disputes and verbal conflicts. The fortune and misfortune stars encountered in the year of the horse (午) are as follows: if the stars "Ziwei," "Tufu," "Tianji," "Taiyang," "Wuqu," "Lianzhen," "Tianxiang," "Jumen," "Tianliang," "Pojun," and "Luchun" appear, it is predicted that this year will bring prosperity in wealth and fortune, and many happy events in marriage. However, if the stars "Taiyin," "Tanlang," "Tiantong," "Qingyang," "Tuo Luo," and the evil stars appear, it is predicted that this year will bring financial loss, legal disputes, verbal conflicts, and mourning for parents, but the person's own misfortunes can be avoided.

未年太歲並小限到未宮入廟化吉：紫微天機天府天相天梁壬乙生人發福，太陰庚壬生人發福生財。未年太歲並小限到未宮不入廟化凶：太陽甲乙生人多災晦，天同丁庚生人多災，武曲壬癸生人生災招官非橫禍。未年太歲所值吉凶星：紫微天府廉貞天機破軍天相，便斷其年人財增益，作事如意，婚姻產育之喜。若遇太陰太陽武曲天同貪狼巨門羊陀忌宿，便斷其年人財耗散，孝服官災，陰人小口不寧，本人災厄難免。

The person born in the year of the Earthly Branch "Wei" and whose small limit also reaches the "Wei" palace, with stars in their proper position bringing good fortune: "Ziwei", "Tianji", "Tianfu", "Tianxiang", and "Tianliang" are present, benefiting those born in the years of "Ren" and "Yi". "Taiyin" is present, benefiting and bringing wealth to those born in the years of "Geng" and "Ren". If the person born in the year of "Wei" and whose small limit also reaches the "Wei" palace, but the stars are not in their proper position and instead bring misfortune: "Taiyang" is present, causing troubles for those born in the years of "Jia" and "Yi". "Tian Tong" is present, causing troubles for those born in the years of "Ding" and "Geng". "Wuqu" is present, causing misfortune for those born in the years of "Ren" and "Gui". The stars that bring good or bad fortune in the year of "Wei": if "Ziwei", "Tianfu", "Lianzhen", "Tianji", "Pojun", and "Tianxiang" are present, it indicates that this year will bring increases in people, wealth, and resources, smooth progress in affairs, and joy from marriage and childbirth. If "Taiyin", "Taiyang", "Wuqu", "Tian Tong", "Tanlang", "Juming", "Qingyang", and "Tuo Luo" are present along with "Hua Ji", it indicates that this year will bring loss of wealth, mourning, legal troubles, unrest among women and children in the household, and unavoidable misfortunes for the person themselves.

申年太歲並小限到申宮入廟化吉：廉偵破軍紫微甲庚癸生人發福，巨門甲庚癸生人發福，天機丁甲癸生人發福，庚生人亦發財發福。申年太歲並小限到申宮不入廟化凶：天機乙戊生人災晦，巨門丁生人不宜，廉貞丙壬生人有災，天同甲庚生人災禍，貪狼癸丙生人有災禍。申年太歲所值吉凶星：紫微太陽廉貞天府巨門七殺文昌武曲祿存，便斷其年人財利益，喜事重重。若遇天機天同天梁天相太陰破軍忌星，便斷其年人財散失，官非孝服，本身災病。

The heavenly stem and earthly branch of the year of the Monkey (申) and the small limit reaching the Monkey palace, with the stars in their proper position bringing good fortune: "Chien Ching" (Lian Zhen), "Po Jun" (Pò Jūn), and "Tsui Wei" (Zǐ Wēi) are here, benefiting those born in the years of Jia, Geng, and Gui. "Ju Men" (Jù Mén) is here, benefiting those born in the years of Jia, Geng, and Gui. "Tian Ji" (Tiān Jī) is here, benefiting those born in the years of Ding, Jia, and Gui. Those born in the year of Geng also gain wealth and fortune. The heavenly stem and earthly branch of the year of the Monkey (申) and the small limit reaching the Monkey palace, without the stars in their proper position, bringing misfortune: "Tian Ji" (Tiān Jī) is here, causing disaster for those born in the years of Bing and Wu. "Ju Men" (Jù Mén) is here, not suitable for those born in the year of Ding. "Chien Ching" (Lian Zhen) is here, causing disaster for those born in the years of Bing and Ren. "Tian Tong" (Tiān Tóng) is here, causing disaster for those born in the years of Jia and Geng. "Tan Lang" (Tán Láng) is here, causing disaster for those born in the years of Gui and Bing. The auspicious and inauspicious stars of the year of the Monkey (申) are: if encountering "Tsui Wei" (Zǐ Wēi), "Tai Yang" (Tài Yáng), "Chien Ching" (Lian Zhen), "Tian Fu" (Tiān Fǔ), "Ju Men" (Jù Mén), "Qi Sha" (Qī Shā), "Wen Chang" (Wén Cháng), "Wu Qu" (Wǔ Qū), and "Lu Cun" (Lù Cún), it is predicted that this year will bring wealth and profit, and many joyful events. If encountering "Tian Ji" (Tiān Jī), "Tian Tong" (Tiān Tóng), "Tian Liang" (Tiān Liáng), "Tian Xiang" (Tiān Xiāng), "Tai Yin" (Tài Yīn), "Po Jun" (Pò Jūn), and the inauspicious transformation, it is predicted that this year will bring loss of wealth and property, legal troubles, mourning, and illness for the person themselves.

酉年太歲並小限到酉宮入廟化吉：紫微天機太陰酉宮守命丙戊乙辛生人進財吉利。酉年太歲並小限到酉宮不入廟化凶：太陽天同甲乙生人不宜，武曲庚壬生人不宜，天相甲庚生人不宜，廉貞甲庚丙辛生人不宜，天府甲庚壬生人不宜。酉年太歲所值吉凶星：祿存太陰紫微天府昌曲左右，便斷其年人財興旺，作事遂心。若值天機巨門武曲廉貞擎羊陀忌，便斷其年人離財散，口舌官非。

The Tai Sui of the You year, together with the small limit reaching the You Palace, and the stars entering their proper place to bring good fortune: when 「Ziwei」, 「Tianji」, and 「Taiyin」 are in the You Palace governing the destiny, those born in the years of Bing, Wu, Yi, and Xin will have good fortune in gaining wealth. The Tai Sui of the You year, together with the small limit reaching the You Palace, but not entering their proper place, and bringing misfortune: when 「Taiyang」 and 「Tian Tong」 are here, those born in the years of Jia and Yi should avoid; when 「Wuqu」 is here, those born in the years of Geng and Ren should avoid; when 「Tianxiang」 is here, those born in the years of Jia and Geng should avoid; when 「Lianzhen」 is here, those born in the years of Jia, Geng, Bing, and Xin should avoid; when 「Tianfu」 is here, those born in the years of Jia, Geng, and Ren should avoid. The good and bad stars encountered by the Tai Sui of the You year: if encountering 「Lushen」, 「Taiyin」, 「Ziwei」, 「Tianfu」, 「Wenchang」, 「Wenqu」, 「Zuofu」, and 「Youbi」, it is predicted that this year will bring prosperity in wealth and fortune, and success in affairs. If encountering 「Tianji」, 「Jumen」, 「Wuqu」, 「Lianzhen」, 「Qingyang」, 「Tuo Luo」, and the afflicted stars, it is predicted that this year will bring family discord, loss of wealth, and troubles from words and legal matters.

戌年太歲並小限到戌宮入廟化吉：紫微壬甲丁己生人進財，太陰丁己生人吉慶，武曲丁己甲庚生人吉慶，天機甲乙丁己生人發福，巨門己辛癸生人發福，天同廉貞破軍七殺丁己甲生人發財。戌年太歲並小限到戌宮不入廟化凶：貪狼癸生人不宜，天同庚生人不宜，天機戊生人不宜，巨門丁生人不宜，太陽甲生人不宜，廉貞丙生人不宜，武曲壬生人不宜。戌年太歲所值吉凶星：天機太陰天梁天府武曲七殺貪狼左右天同，便斷其年人財利益，作事遂心，家道興隆。如遇巨門太陽破軍紫微天相忌宿，便斷其年人財退失，孝服官災，本身見病，減半論之。

In the year of the Dog (戌), the Tai Sui (太岁) and the small limit (小限) reach the Dog palace (戌宫). When the stars are in their proper position (入庙) and bring good fortune: the Emperor star (紫微) here benefits those born in the years of Ren, Jia, Ding, and Ji, bringing wealth; the Wealth and Mother star (太阴) here benefits those born in the years of Ding and Ji, bringing good fortune; the Wealth and General star (武曲) here benefits those born in the years of Ding, Ji, Jia, and Geng, bringing good fortune; the Star of Wisdom and Adaptability (天机) here benefits those born in the years of Jia, Yi, Ding, and Ji, bringing blessings; the Dark star and Star of Speech (巨门) here benefits those born in the years of Ji, Xin, and Gui, bringing blessings; the Star of Blessings (天同), the Star of Integrity and Justice (廉贞), the Expenditure star and Vanguard star (破军), and the General star and Star of Severity (七杀) here benefit those born in the years of Ding, Ji, and Jia, bringing wealth. When the Tai Sui and small limit reach the Dog palace but the stars are not in their proper position (不入庙) and bring misfortune: the Star of Romance and Desire (贪狼) here is unfavorable for those born in the year of Gui; the Star of Blessings (天同) here is unfavorable for those born in the year of Geng; the Star of Wisdom and Adaptability (天机) here is unfavorable for those born in the year of Wu; the Dark star and Star of Speech (巨门) here is unfavorable for those born in the year of Ding; the Star of Brightness and Prestige (太阳) here is unfavorable for those born in the year of Jia; the Star of Integrity and Justice (廉贞) here is unfavorable for those born in the year of Bing; the Wealth and General star (武曲) here is unfavorable for those born in the year of Ren. The auspicious and inauspicious stars associated with the Tai Sui in the year of the Dog: if one encounters the Star of Wisdom and Adaptability (天机), the Wealth and Mother star (太阴), the Shelter star and Longevity star (天梁), the Treasury star and Command star (天府), the Wealth and General star (武曲), the General star and Star of Severity (七杀), the Star of Romance and Desire (贪狼), the Auxiliary Auspicious star (左辅), the Auxiliary Auspicious star (右弼), or the Star of Blessings (天同), it is predicted that this year will bring profit and wealth, smooth affairs, and prosperity in the family. If one encounters the Dark star and Star of Speech (巨门), the Star of Brightness and Prestige (太阳), the Expenditure star and Vanguard star (破军), the Emperor star (紫微), the Seal star and Star of Livelihood (天相), or if there is Hua Ji (a bad influence), it is predicted that this year will bring loss of wealth and property, mourning, legal disputes, illness for the person, and the fortune will be only half.

亥年太歲並小限到亥宮入廟化吉：紫微天同巨門天梁壬癸戊生人吉慶，天機壬生人吉美，天相丁己生人及丙戊生人發福，太陰戊己生人財官雙美。亥年太歲並小限到亥宮不入廟化凶：廉貞丙壬癸生人不宜，武曲壬丙生人不宜，太陽甲生人不宜。亥年太歲所值吉凶星：天同太陰天梁紫微天府昌曲祿存，便斷其年人財進益，喜氣重重，謀事俱稱心懷。若遇廉貞破軍七殺，便斷其年人財耗散，小口死亡，本身災晦。

The Heavenly Stems are: Jia, Yi, Bing, Ding, Wu, Ji, Geng, Xin, Ren, Gui. The Earthly Branches are: Zi, Chou, Yin, Mao, Chen, Si, Wu, Wei, Shen, You, Xu, Hai. The Trigrams are: Qian (Heaven), Dui (Lake), Li (Fire), Zhen (Thunder), Xun (Wind), Kan (Water), Gen (Mountain), Kun (Earth). The Emperor star is in the Hai palace, along with the small limit, and the stars are in their proper position, bringing good fortune: The Emperor star, the Blessing star, the Dark star, and the Shelter star are here, benefiting those born in the years of Ren, Gui, and Wu; the Wisdom star is here, benefiting those born in the year of Ren; the Seal star is here, benefiting those born in the years of Ding, Ji, Bing, and Wu; the Wealth and Mother star is here, benefiting those born in the years of Wu and Ji. The Emperor star is in the Hai palace, along with the small limit, but not in its proper position, and the stars are in a negative state: The Integrity star is here, which is not suitable for those born in the years of Bing, Ren, and Gui; the Wealth and General star is here, which is not suitable for those born in the years of Ren and Bing; the Brightness and Prestige star is here, which is not suitable for those born in the year of Jia. The stars that bring good fortune in the year of Hai are: the Blessing star, the Wealth and Mother star, the Shelter star, the Emperor star, the Treasury and Command star, the Examination and Documents star, the Talent and Eloquence star, and the Wealth-Salary star. If these stars appear, it indicates that the person will have increasing wealth and fortune, continuous joy, and success in all endeavors. However, if the Integrity star, the Expenditure and Vanguard star, or the General and Severity star appear, it indicates that the person will suffer from loss of wealth and resources, the death of a young child in the family, and personal misfortune.

紫微：廟丑未午，旺寅申卯酉巳亥，平子，無陷。

The Emperor star is in its temple position in the Chou, Wei, and Wu palaces, in its flourishing position in the Yin, Shen, Mao, You, Si, and Hai palaces, and in a balanced state in the Zi palace, with no palace where it is in decline.

紫微居午無刑忌，甲丁己命至公卿——加刑忌平常，刑乃擎羊也。紫微居子午，科權祿照最為奇——科權祿三方照是也，為仰面朝斗格。紫微男亥女寅宮，壬甲生人富貴同——同，男女同也。紫微卯酉劫空四殺，多為脫俗之僧——四殺，羊陀火鈴也。

The Emperor star "Ziwei" sitting in the Wu palace, without any malefic stars or harmful influences disturbing it, allows those born in the Jia, Ding, or Ji years to attain high official positions. If malefic stars or harmful influences are present, they will only be ordinary people. Here, the term "xing" refers to "Qingyang." When "Ziwei" is in the Zi or Wu palace and is accompanied by "Huake," "Huquan," and "Hualu," it is most extraordinary: when the three aspects of Huake, Huquan, and Hualu are present, it forms the "Yangmian Chao Dou" pattern. For male chart with "Ziwei" in the Hai palace and female chart with "Ziwei" in the Yin palace, those born in the Ren or Jia years will also achieve wealth and honor. The term "tong" means that both male and female situations are similarly realized. When "Ziwei" is in the Mao or You palace and encounters "Dijie," "Tiankong," and the four evils, they are likely to become monks who transcend worldly matters. The four evils are "Qingyang," "Tuoluo," "Huoxing," and "Lingxing."

紫微天府全依輔弼之功——紫府得輔弼同垣，及三方拱照嘉會，終身富貴。紫微天府同宮無殺湊，甲人享幅終身——紫府同在寅申宮守命，六甲人富貴。紫府朝垣活祿逢，終身福厚至三公——命坐寅申再加吉星妙。紫府日月居旺地，必定出佳公卿器——紫午府丑無殺加，又化祿是也。紫府武曲臨財宅，更兼權祿富奢翁——得左右祿存亦同。

The two main stars, "Ziwei" and "Tianfu," rely entirely on "Zuofu" and "Youbi" to achieve success: when "Ziwei" and "Tianfu" are supported by "Zuofu" and "Youbi" in the same palace or are supported by them from the three directions, the person will have a life of wealth and honor. If "Ziwei" and "Tianfu" are in the same palace without any malefic stars, those born in the year of Jia will enjoy lifelong prosperity: when "Ziwei" and "Tianfu" are in the palace of Yin or Shen, and the person is born in the year of Jia, they will be wealthy and honored. If "Ziwei" and "Tianfu" are in a favorable position towards the Life Palace (destiny palace) and also meet the "Luchun" star, they will have a lifetime of good fortune and may reach the rank of the Three Grand Officers. If the Life Palace (destiny palace) is in the palace of Yin or Shen, and is further supported by auspicious stars, it is most ideal. When "Ziwei" and "Tianfu" are in strong positions along with "Taiyang" and "Taiyin," they will certainly produce talented officials of the rank of officials: for example, if "Ziwei" is in the palace of Wu and "Tianfu" is in the palace of Chou, without any malefic stars, and with the transformation of wealth, this is such a pattern. When "Ziwei" and "Wuqu" are in the palace of Caibo (wealth) and Tianzai (residence), and also have the transformation of power and wealth, they will be wealthy and luxurious people; if "Zuofu," "Youbi," and "Luchun" are also present, the effect is the same.

紫微輔弼同宮，一呼百諾居上品——或作三方為次吉，在財帛宮則為財賦之官。紫府擎羊在鉅商——得武曲居遷移者吉。紫祿同宮日月照，貴不可言——紫微祿存同宮，日月三合拱照。紫微七殺化權，反作楨梓。紫微破軍無左右無吉曜，凶惡胥吏之徒。紫微權祿遇羊陀，雖獲吉而無道——為人心術不正。

The Emperor star and the Auxiliary auspicious stars are in the same palace, and with one call, a hundred people respond; this is considered of the highest quality. If the auxiliary auspicious stars are only in the three directions, the auspicious energy is slightly less, and if they are in the wealth and fortune palace, it indicates holding an official position responsible for managing money, grain, and taxes. When the Emperor star and the Treasury star meet the Malefic of injury, they often become great merchants; if the Wealth star is also in the migration palace, it is even more favorable. When the Emperor star and the Wealth-salary star are in the same palace, and the sun and moon also illuminate them, their status is so high it is hard to describe—this refers to the Emperor star and the Wealth-salary star sitting together in one palace, with the Star of brightness and prestige and the Wealth star and mother star supporting them from the Triple Harmony positions. When the Emperor star and the General star of severity are in the same palace and encounter the transformation of authority, the malevolent star becomes a pillar of the state. When the Emperor star and the Expenditure star and vanguard star are in the same palace, but without the Auxiliary auspicious stars or other auspicious stars, they become mere petty officials. When the Emperor star encounters transformation of authority and wealth, yet meets the Malefic of injury and Malefic of delay and entanglement, although they gain wealth and status, they do not follow the righteous path—such people have improper intentions.

紫破命臨於辰戍丑未，再加吉曜富貴堪期。紫破貪狼為至淫，男女邪淫。紫府同臨巳亥，一朝富貴雙全。紫府夾命為貴格。紫微昌曲富貴可期。紫微太陰殺曜逢，一生曹吏逞英雄。紫微武曲破軍會羊陀，欺公禍亂——只宜經商。紫破辰戍君臣不義——安樂山、趙高命是也。

The stars "Ziwei" and "Pojun" sitting in the four burial palaces (Chen, Xu, Chou, Wei) with auspicious stars present indicate the potential for wealth and honor. When "Ziwei" and "Pojun" are combined with "Tanlang," it signifies extreme indulgence and improper behavior between men and women. When "Ziwei" and "Tianfu" are both present in the Si or Hai palace, one may achieve sudden success and attain both wealth and honor. If the Life Palace (destiny palace) is sandwiched between "Ziwei" and "Tianfu," it is considered a noble destiny. When "Ziwei" is combined with "Wenchang" and "Wenqu," wealth and honor are expected. However, if "Ziwei" and "Taiyin" encounter malevolent stars, the person will spend their life serving in government offices, acting aggressively as a low-ranking official. When "Ziwei," "Wuqu," and "Pojun" are combined with "Qingyang" and "Tuo Luo," they may oppress the government and cause chaos, making them suitable only for business. When "Ziwei" and "Pojun" are in the Chen or Xu palace, it indicates a lack of righteousness between rulers and subjects—this was the case for the fate of An Lushan (written as "Anle Mountain" in the text) of the Tang Dynasty and Zhao Gao of the Qin Dynasty.

女命紫微太陽星，早遇賢夫信可憑——女命紫微在寅午申宮吉，貴美旺夫益子。陷地平常，惟子酉及巳亥加四殺，美玉瑕玷，日後不美。

For a woman's chart, if she has the stars "Ziwei" and "Taiyang," she will meet a virtuous husband early in life. This statement is credible. The star "Ziwei" is most auspicious when located in the three palaces of Yin, Wu, and Shen, bringing both high status and beauty, and benefiting her husband and children. If it falls in a declining position, the outcome is ordinary. Only when "Ziwei" is in the Zi or You palaces, along with the four evils, does it resemble a jade with a flaw, leading to an imperfect future.

天府：廟子丑未寅辰戌，旺午酉，地卯巳申亥，無陷。

The "Tian Fu" star is in its prime in the six palaces of Zi, Chou, Wei, Yin, Chen, and Xu, is vigorous in the palaces of Wu and You, and is well established in the four palaces of Mao, Si, Shen, and Hai. There is no palace where it is in decline.

天府戌宮無殺湊，甲己人腰金又且富——加四殺有疵。天府居午戌，天相來朝，甲人一品之貴。府相朝垣千鍾食祿——命寅申，府相在財帛宮，祿官朝者上格，別宮次之。天府昌曲左右，高第恩榮。天府天相天梁同，君臣慶會。天府祿存昌曲，鉅萬之資。天府武曲居財宅，更兼權祿富奢翁——有左右祿存亦美。

When "天府" is in the Xu mansion without the presence of malevolent stars, those born in the Jia or Ji years will wear golden sashes around their waists, achieving both high status and wealth; however, if the four malevolent stars are present, there will be some flaws. When "天府" is in the Wu or Xu mansion and "天相" comes from the opposite mansion to face it, those born in the Jia year will attain the rank of a first-class official. When "天府" and "天相" face each other towards the Life Palace, they can enjoy a salary equivalent to a thousand measures of grain: if the Life Palace is in the Yin or Shen mansion, and "天府" and "天相" are located in the Wealth mansion, with the Lu star and Career mansion also facing it, this is an excellent configuration; if they are in other mansions, it is of a slightly lower grade. When "天府" combines with "文昌", "文曲", "左辅", and "右弼", it indicates success in the imperial examinations and receiving imperial favor. When "天府" is combined with "天相" and "天梁", it signifies a harmonious meeting between the sovereign and ministers. When "天府" is combined with "禄存", "文昌", and "文曲", the family will have immense wealth. When "天府" and "武曲" are located in the Wealth and Property mansions, and they also transform into power and wealth, the person will be a wealthy and luxurious individual; having "左辅", "右弼", and "禄存" together also brings the same level of excellence.

天相：廟子午丑寅申，地辰戌巳亥未，陷卯酉。

The "Heavenly Seal" star is in its prime in the five palaces of Zi, Wu, Chou, Yin, and Shen, is well-placed in the five palaces of Chen, Xu, Si, Hai, and Wei, and is in decline in the two palaces of Mao and You.

天相廉貞擎羊來，多招刑杖難逃——終身不美招橫禍，只宜僧道。天相之星女命纏，必當子貴及夫賢——女命己生子宮，甲生午宮，庚生辰宮，俱是貴格。右弼天相福來臨——女命天相、右弼，諸宮吉。子宮癸生人，寅宮癸己生人，申宮甲庚癸生人，俱是貴格，丑末亥宮不貴，子午卯酉皆少福。

The star "Tian Xiang" together with "Lian Zhen" and "Qing Yang" brings many punishments and beatings, making it hard to escape: such people have an unremarkable life and often suffer unexpected misfortunes, making them suitable only for becoming monks or Taoist priests. For a woman's Life Palace (destiny palace) ruled by "Tian Xiang", she will certainly have a distinguished son and a virtuous husband. Those born in the Ji year have their destiny in the Zi palace, those born in the Jia year have their destiny in the Wu palace, and those born in the Geng year have their destiny in the Chen palace, all of which are noble positions. When "You Bi" and "Tian Xiang" appear together, good fortune comes: for a woman with both "Tian Xiang" and "You Bi", all palaces are favorable. Those born in the Gui year have their destiny in the Zi palace, those born in the Gui or Ji years have their destiny in the Yin palace, and those born in the Jia, Geng, or Gui years have their destiny in the Shen palace, all of which are noble positions. However, those with their destiny in the Chou, Wei, or Hai palaces are not noble, and those with their destiny in the Zi, Wu, Mao, or You palaces have less fortune.

天梁：廟子午寅卯辰戌，旺丑未，地酉，陷申巳亥。

The Tian Liang star is in its temple position in the Zi, Wu, Yin, Mao, Chen, and Xu mansions, is vigorous in the Chou and Wei mansions, is well-placed in the You mansion, and is in decline in the Shen, Si, and Hai mansions.

天梁月曜女淫貧——梁巳亥、陰寅申主淫佚，不陷衣祿遂，如陷下賤。天梁居午位，官資清顯朝堂——丁己癸人合格。梁同己亥，男多浪蕩女多淫——加刑忌殺湊多下賤。天梁文昌居廟旺，位至臺綱。天梁守照吉相逢，平生福壽——在午位極佳。梁同機月寅申位，一生利業聰明——聲多不論。

"Tiān Liáng" and the lunar star "Tài Yīn" meeting together, for a female fate, indicate licentiousness and poverty: "Tiān Liáng" in the Si and Hai mansions, and "Tài Yīn" in the Yin and Shen mansions, both indicate licentiousness; if the stars are not in a fallen position, they can have smooth living and sufficient food and clothing, but if they are in a fallen position, they will be of low status. "Tiān Liáng" sitting in the Wu mansion indicates a high and noble official position, capable of standing in the court; those born in the Ding, Ji, and Gui years are suitable for this configuration. When "Tiān Liáng" and "Tiān Tóng" are both in the Si or Hai mansions (the original text says "Ji Hai" but should be "Si Hai"), men tend to be reckless and women tend to be licentious; if further combined with harmful stars, transformed evils, and malevolent stars, they are likely to be of low status. When "Tiān Liáng" and "Wén Chāng" are both in a flourishing position, the official position can reach the level of provincial and central government officials. If "Tiān Liáng" governs the destiny or is accompanied by auspicious stars, one will have a life of fortune and longevity, with the Wu mansion being the best. When "Tiān Liáng," "Tiān Tóng," "Tiān Jī," and "Tài Yīn" are in the Yin or Shen mansions, one will be intelligent and have success in career; as for the amount of reputation, it is not discussed here.

天梁太陽昌祿會，臚傳第一名。梁武陰鈴，擬作棟樑之客。梁宿太陰，卻作飄蓬之客——梁居酉，月居已是也。天梁天馬，為人飄蕩風流。天梁加吉坐遷移，臣商高賈——加刑忌平常。

The combination of "Tian Liang" with "Tai Yang," "Wen Chang," and "Lu Cun" indicates one may rank first in the palace examination. When "Tian Liang," "Wu Qu," "Tai Yin," and "Ling Xing" come together, it is likened to a pillar of the state. However, when "Tian Liang" and "Tai Yin" are in conjunction, it may result in a person who is unsettled and wandering, such as when "Tian Liang" is in the You palace and "Tai Yin" is in the Si palace. If "Tian Liang" meets "Tian Ma," the person tends to be wandering and promiscuous. If "Tian Liang" with auspicious stars is placed in the Migration Palace, it signifies a wealthy merchant; but if it is combined with malefic stars and Hua Ji (injury), it indicates an ordinary person.

天同：廟巳亥，旺子申，陷午。

The Star of Blessings is in its temple position in the Si and Hai mansions, in its prosperous position in the Zi and Shen mansions, and in its fallen position in the Wu mansion.

天同會吉壽元長。天同貪羊陀居午位，丙戌鎮御邊疆——為馬頭帶箭，富且貴。同月陷宮加殺重，技藝羸黃。天同戌宮為反背，丁人命遇反為佳。女命天同必是賢——子生人命坐寅，辛人命卯，丁人命戌入格。丙辛人命中吉，己亥逢此化吉，雖美必淫。

The Star of Blessings is a fortunate star that brings a long life. When the Star of Blessings is joined by the Star of Romance and Desire, the Malefic of Injury, and the Malefic of Delay and Entanglement in theWu Palace (horse palace), those born in the years of Bing (Bing) or Wu (Wu) are suitable for guarding the borders—this is called the "Horse Head with Arrow" pattern, which brings both wealth and high status. However, if the Star of Blessings and the Wealth star and Mother star are in a fallen palace and are further afflicted by evil stars, the person can only rely on craftsmanship for a living, and will be thin and have a pale yellow complexion. The Star of Blessings in theXu Palace (dog palace) is naturally in a reverse and improper position, but those born in the year of Ding (Ding) are actually fortunate when encountering this palace. For women, having the Star of Blessings indicates virtue: those born in the year of Zi (Rat) sitting in the Yin Palace (tiger palace), those born in the year of Xin (Xin) sitting in the Mao Palace (rabbit palace), and those born in the year of Ding (Ding) sitting in theXu Palace (dog palace) are all favorable; those born in the years of Bing (Bing) or Xin (Xin) also have good fortune. If the Star of Blessings appears in theSi Palace (snake palace) or Hai Palace (pig palace) along with favorable transformations, although they may be beautiful, they are prone to indulgence and licentiousness.

天機：廟子午，旺辰酉，陷丑未。

The Star of Wisdom and Adaptability is in its temple position in the Zi and Wu mansions, in its prosperous position in the Chen and You mansions, and in its fallen position in the Chou and Wei mansions.

機梁會合善談兵，居戌亦為美論——孟子遷移戌宮，有機梁。機梁守命，加吉曜，富貴慈祥——加刑忌，僧道。機梁同照命身，又逢劫空，偏宜僧道——機同單守命身，又逢空亡。機梁七殺破軍沖，羽客僧流命所逢——若兼帝座，加太陽，吉。

Those with the stars "Tian Ji" and "Tian Liang" in their chart are skilled in discussing military strategies. These two stars in the Xu palace are considered a good combination—legend has it that Mencius' migration palace is in the Xu palace, which also contains "Tian Ji" and "Tian Liang." If "Tian Ji" and "Tian Liang" guard the Life Palace (destiny palace) along with auspicious stars, they will achieve wealth and honor while possessing a kind and benevolent heart. However, if they are combined with malefic stars and afflictions, it is more suitable for them to become monks or hermits. Those with "Tian Ji" and "Tian Liang" together illuminating the Life Palace (destiny palace) or the Body Palace (body palace), and also encountering "Di Jie" and "Tian Kong," are particularly suited for monastic life. Similarly, if "Tian Ji" and "Tian Tong" alone guard the Life Palace (destiny palace) or Body Palace (body palace) and also meet Kongwang, it is also a favorable combination. When "Tian Ji" and "Tian Liang" are attacked by "Qi Sha" and "Po Jun," it often indicates a destiny of becoming a monk or a hermit. However, if they are also joined by the imperial seat "Zi Wei" and "Tai Yang," the fortune turns favorable.

機月同梁作吏人——命在寅申方論，加吉不論，無吉無殺亦是平常人，凶殺空劫化忌為下格。機梁貪月同機會，暮夜經商無眠睡——遇凶星奔波。天機加惡殺同宮，狗偷鼠竊。天機巳宮酉逢，好飲離宗奸狡重。巨陷天機為破格——女命在寅申卯酉，雖富貴，仍不免淫慾下賤，寅申守照，福不全美。

People with the combination of the stars Star of wisdom and adaptability, Wealth star and mother star, Star of blessings, and Shelter star and longevity star are likely to work as clerks or minor officials; this interpretation applies only when the Life Palace is in the Yin or Shen Palace; if good stars are present, this is not the case; if there are neither good nor bad stars, they are ordinary people; if there are Inauspicious Sha, Plunder and Void, or Hua Ji, they have a low destiny. When the stars Star of wisdom and adaptability, Shelter star and longevity star, Star of romance and desire, and Wealth star and mother star are combined with Star of wisdom and adaptability, they will need to work hard and travel at night, unable to rest well; if more malevolent stars are present, they will be constantly busy all day. If Star of wisdom and adaptability is in the same palace as evil stars, they may engage in dishonest activities. When Star of wisdom and adaptability is in the Si or You Palace, they tend to drink a lot, leave their family, and have a cunning nature. If Dark star and star of speech is in a fallen position and meets Star of wisdom and adaptability, it is considered a bad combination: for women whose Life Palace is in the Yin, Shen, Mao, or You Palace, although they may be wealthy, they still cannot avoid lust and low morality; if their Life Palace is in the Yin or Shen Palace or is influenced by these stars, their fortune is incomplete.

太陽：廟卯，旺寅辰巳午，陷子。

The Star of Brightness and Prestige is in its prime in the Mao palace, flourishing in the Yin, Chen, Si, and Wu palaces, and in decline in the Zi palace.

日照雷門，子辰卯地晝生富貴聲揚。太陽文昌在官祿，皇殿朝班——文昌同亦然。日落未申，在命位為人先勤後懶。太陽居午，庚辛丁己人富貴雙全。太陽化忌，是非日有，目還傷。女命端正太陽星，早配賢夫信可憑——太陽守命，陷平常。居卯辰巳午無殺，旺夫益子。

The Star of Brightness and Prestige shining on the Thunder Gate, which is the Zhen position in the Mao Palace, indicates wealth and fame for those born in the Zi, Chen, or Mao positions and born during the day. When the Star of Brightness and Prestige and the Star of Examinations and Documents are both in the official position, one can enter the imperial court and stand in the palace. Similarly, when the Star of Brightness and Prestige is in the same position as the Star of Talent and Eloquence, the result is the same. If the Star of Brightness and Prestige is in the Wei or Shen positions and one's destiny is based on these positions, then one tends to be diligent at first and lazy later. If the Star of Brightness and Prestige is in the Wu position, those born in the years of Geng, Xin, Ding, or Ji will have both wealth and status. When the Star of Brightness and Prestige turns into Hua Ji, there will be constant disputes every day, and the eyes are also prone to injury. For women, if the Star of Brightness and Prestige is upright, they can marry a virtuous husband early. This statement is credible: if the Star of Brightness and Prestige governs the destiny but is in a fallen position, it is ordinary; however, if it is in the Mao, Chen, Si, or Wu positions and there are no harmful stars, it will benefit the husband and children.

太陰：廟亥子丑，旺寅酉戌，陷卯辰巳。

The star Wealth star and mother star is in its temple position in the three palaces of Hai, Zi, and Chou, in its prosperous position in the three palaces of Yin, You, and Xu, and in its fallen position in the three palaces of Mao, Chen, and Si.

太陰居子，丙丁富貴忠良——夜生人合局。太陰武曲祿存同，左右相逢富貴翁。太陰同文曲於妻宮，蟾宮折桂——文昌同亦然，在身命巧藝之人。太陰羊陀，必主人離財散。月朗天門於亥地，登雲職掌大權——子生人夜時生合局，不貴則大富。月曜天梁女淫貧——太陰寅申巳，多主淫貧，或偏房侍婢。若貪狼、文昌、文曲，同於夫宮必招配賢明之夫。

The star 'Too Yin' sitting in the Zi palace indicates that those born in the years of Bing or Ding will be wealthy and loyal. This configuration is suitable only for those born at night. When 'Too Yin' is in the same palace as 'Wu Qu' and 'Lu Cun', and also meets 'Zuo Fu' and 'You Bi', it signifies a wealthy person. If 'Too Yin' is in the marriage palace together with 'Wen Qu', it indicates success in exams, like winning the moon palace prize. Similarly, if 'Too Yin' is in the same palace as 'Wen Chang', it suggests someone with skill and talent, especially if it is in the body or destiny palace. When 'Too Yin' meets 'Qing Yang' and 'Tuo Luo', it leads to family separation and loss of wealth. When the bright moon shines on the heavenly gate, meaning 'Too Yin' is in the Hai palace, it indicates rising to prominence and holding great power. This configuration is suitable for those born in the Zi year and at night, even if not wealthy, they will certainly be very rich. When 'Too Yin' is in the same palace as 'Tian Liang', women are likely to be promiscuous and poor. 'Too Yin' in the Yin, Shen, or Si palace often indicates promiscuity and poverty, or being a concubine. However, if 'Tan Lang', 'Wen Chang', and 'Wen Qu' are all in the marriage palace, the woman will certainly marry a virtuous husband.

日巳月酉，丑宮命步蟾宮。日卯月亥，安命未宮多折桂。日月同未，命安丑，侯伯之材。日月命身居丑末，三方無吉反為凶——子午辰戌，身命更佳。日月守命，不如照合併明——守命吉多主吉，凶多主凶。若吉少，亦不為美之論。日辰月戌並爭耀，權祿非淺。日月夾命夾財加吉曜，不權則富——加羊陀沖守，宜僧。

The Star of Brightness and Prestige is in the Si palace, and the Wealth Star and Mother Star is in the You palace; those with their natal palace in the Chou palace can achieve success in the imperial examinations and gain official positions. The Star of Brightness and Prestige is in the Mao palace, and the Wealth Star and Mother Star is in the Hai palace; those with their natal palace in the Wei palace are likely to attain high office. When the Star of Brightness and Prestige and the Wealth Star and Mother Star are both in the Wei palace and the natal palace is in the Chou palace, they are materials for becoming a marquis or general. If the Sun and Moon are directly in the Chou or Wei palace and guard the natal and body palace, but there are no auspicious stars and instead malevolent stars, it is not favorable. If the natal and body palace are in the Zi, Wu, Chen, or Xu palace, it is better. When the Sun and Moon are directly guarding the natal palace, it is not as favorable as when they shine from the opposite palace or the Triple Harmony palace. When auspicious stars are numerous while guarding the natal palace, it indicates good fortune; when malevolent stars are numerous, it indicates misfortune; even if auspicious stars are few, it is not considered a good fate. When the Star of Brightness and Prestige is in the Chen palace and the Wealth Star and Mother Star is in the Xu palace, the two stars shine brightly together, indicating substantial power and wealth. If the Sun and Moon enclose the natal palace or the wealth palace, and are accompanied by auspicious stars, they may not hold power but will certainly be wealthy. However, if the Sun and Moon are accompanied by the Malefic of Injury or the Malefic of Delay and Entanglement, it is more suitable to become a monk or leave home.

日月最嫌反背——如日月同宮，看人之生時。日喜太陽，夜宜太陰。若反背，日戌月辰，子月午。若出外離宗成家也吉，勿概以反背論。陰陽左右合為佳。日月陷宮逢惡殺，勞碌奔波。日月羊陀多克親。日月更須貪殺會，男多奸盜女多淫。日月疾厄命宮空，腰陀目瞽——如日月在疾厄宮，逢空亡必主腰陀、目瞽，命宮亦然。

The sun and moon are most to be avoided when they are opposite and out of position. If the sun and moon are in the same palace, one should look at the person's birth time—those born in the day are favorable with the Star of Brightness and Prestige, while those born at night are suitable with the Wealth Star and Mother Star. the so-called opposite means the Star of Brightness and Prestige is in the Xu palace and the Wealth Star and Mother Star is in the Chen palace, or the Star of Brightness and Prestige is in the Zi palace and the Wealth Star and Mother Star is in the Wu palace. However, such people who leave their hometown and start a new family on their own are still auspicious, so they should not be generally considered as opposite. The sun and moon are best when they are in harmony with the Auxiliary Auspicious Stars, Left and Right. If the sun and moon are in a fallen position and meet evil stars, they will have a life of toil and hardship. If the sun and moon meet the Malefic of Injury and the Malefic of Delay and Entanglement, there will be many conflicts with parents. If the sun and moon also join with the Star of Romance and Desire and evil stars, men tend to engage in dishonest activities, while women tend to be promiscuous. If the sun and moon fall in the palace of illness and the palace of destiny also meets Kongwang, it indicates a hunched back and blindness. If the sun and moon are in the palace of illness and meet Kongwang, it definitely means a bent back and blindness in both eyes; the same applies if it occurs in the palace of destiny.

文昌：廟巳酉丑，地申子辰，陷寅午戌。

The Star of Examinations and Documents is in its temple position in the three palaces of Si, You, and Chou, in its proper place in the three palaces of Shen, Zi, and Chen, and in decline in the three palaces of Yin, Wu, and Xu.

文昌武曲為人多學多能——四墓、卯酉巳亥身命，論三方科權祿。文科拱照，賈誼年少登科——論三方。左輔文昌位至三臺。文昌武曲於身命，文正兼備——孫臏之命是也。

The combination of "Wen Chang" and "Wu Qu" indicates a person who is learned and versatile. If the natal position falls in the four earthly branches of Chen, Xu, Chou, or Wei, or in the branches of Mao, You, Si, or Hai, one should also check the three surrounding positions for the presence of Hu Ke, Hu Quan, or Hu Lu. When "Wen Chang" is supported by Hu Ke, it is like Han Dynasty's Jia Yi, who achieved success in the imperial exams at a young age—this is referring to the influence of the three surrounding positions. When "Zuo Fu" and "Wen Chang" are together, one may attain high official rank equivalent to the "San Tai" star. When both "Wen Chang" and "Wu Qu" are in the natal and Life Palace, the person possesses both literary talent and military strategy—this is the same configuration as Sun Bin's birth chart during the Warring States period.

文曲：廟巳酉丑，地申子辰，陷寅午戌。

The Star of Talent and Eloquence is in its prime in the three palaces of Si, You, and Chou, in a favorable position in the three palaces of Shen, Zi, and Chen, and in decline in the three palaces of Yin, Wu, and Xu.

二曲廟垣逢左右，將相之財——文曲宜子午酉，武曲宜四墓。二曲旺宮威名赫奕——文曲子宮第一，卯西宮次之。武曲辰宮第一，丑末宮次之。二曲貪狼午丑限，防溺水之憂。

The stars "Wen Qu" and "Wu Qu" being together in a strong and flourishing palace, along with "Zuo Fu" and "You Bi," indicate a person with the potential to become a high-ranking official: "Wen Qu" is most favorable in the Zi, Wu, and You palaces, while "Wu Qu" is most favorable in the Chen, Xu, Chou, and Wei palaces. When both stars are in their strong positions, their fame and prestige will be prominent. "Wen Qu" is most favorable in the Zi palace, followed by the Mao and You palaces; "Wu Qu" is most favorable in the Chen palace, followed by the Chou and Wei palaces. When "Wen Qu" and "Tan Lang" reach the Wu and Chou palaces, one should be cautious of dangers related to drowning.

昌曲夾命最為奇——假若命在丑宮，文昌在寅，文曲在子是也。不貴即富，吉多方論此為貴。昌曲臨於丑未，時逢卯酉近天顏——賈誼卜商，昌曲未宮命丑宮，在命兼化吉者方論。昌曲巳亥臨，不貴即當大富。昌曲吉星居福德，謂之玉袖天香——更得紫微居午宮妙。

The configuration where "Wenqiang" and "Wenqu" flank the Life Palace is very special: for example, if the Life Palace is in the Chou palace, "Wenqiang" is in the Yin palace and "Wenqu" is in the Zi palace. This pattern is not only wealthy but also prestigious, but it requires many auspicious stars to be considered as noble. When "Wenqiang" and "Wenqu" are in the Chou or Wei palaces and are born in the Mao or You hours, they can serve near the emperor—like the fate of Jia Yi of the Han dynasty and Bo Shang of the Confucian school (i. e., Zi Xia). In such cases, "Wenqiang" is in the Wei palace while the Life Palace is in the Chou palace. This configuration is only considered as noble if the Life Palace also encounters a favorable transformation. If "Wenqiang" and "Wenqu" are in the Si or Hai palaces, they are not noble but will be very wealthy. When "Wenqiang" and "Wenqu" are together in the FuDe palace, it is called "Yuxiu Tianxiang"; if there is also "Ziwei" in the Wu palace, it is even better.

昌曲陷宮凶殺，破虛譽之隆——凶殺即羊陀空劫。昌曲陷於天傷，顏回夭折——命有劫空、羊陀，限至七殺，羊陀迭並方論。昌曲己辛壬生人，限逢辰戌慮投河——如入廟吉，大小二限俱到。昌曲廉貞於巳亥，遭刑不善且虛誇——貪多作事顛倒，子申二官貴吉多美。

Changqu falls into a weak position and meets malefic stars, which will destroy the originally prosperous reputation — here the malefic stars refer to 'Qingyang', 'Tuoluo', 'Dijie', and 'Tiankong'. If Changqu is in a weak position and meets 'Tianshang', it is like Yan Hui from the Confucian school who died young: the Life Palace originally has Jie, empty, Qingyang, and Tuoluo, and when the life span reaches 'Qishash' and meets Qingyang and Tuoluo again, it is thus interpreted. Those born in the years of Ji, Xin, or Ren, if their life span reaches the Chen palace or Xu palace, should beware of drowning in rivers. If Changqu is in its strong position, it is auspicious, and both the major and minor spans must reach it. If Changqu and 'Lianzhen' are in the Si palace or Hai palace, they suffer from legal troubles and are bad in character but fond of exaggeration: such people are greedy for more, and their actions are disordered. If they are in the Zi palace or Shen palace, those with many auspicious stars will achieve honor and fulfillment.

昌曲祿存，猶為奇特。昌曲破軍臨虎兔，殺羊沖破奔波——虎兔，即寅卯宮是也。昌曲左右會羊陀，當生異痣。女人昌曲聰明富貴只多淫。

Chang Qu meet again with "Lu Cun", the pattern is especially peculiar. Chang Qu and "Po Jun" are located in the Yin and Mao palaces, and are broken by "Qi Sha" and "Qing Yang". One's life is full of wandering and toil. The so-called "Hu Tu" refers to the Yin and Mao palaces. Chang Qu meets "Zuo Fu" and "You Bi" together with "Qing Yang" and "Tuo Luo", and is born with unusual birthmarks on the body. For women with Chang Qu, they are intelligent and wealthy, but tend to have indulgent and licentious behavior.

武曲：廟辰戌丑未，旺子午，平巳亥，無失陷。

The star Wealth star and general star is in its temple position in the four burial palaces of Chen, Xu, Chou, and Wei, is vigorous in the two palaces of Zi and Wu, and is in a balanced state in the two palaces of Si and Hai, with no palace where it is in decline.

武曲廟垣威名赫奕——辰戍丑未生人安命在辰戍宮為四墓，若但在丑未次之。武曲相遇昌曲逢，聰明巧藝定無窮——武曲或與天相同垣逢昌曲。武曲祿馬交馳，發財遠郡。武曲遷移鉅商高賈——吉多方論。武曲廉貞貪殺，便作經商。

The star "Wuqu" is strong and prosperous in its native palace, bringing great fame and prestige. Those born in the years of Chen, Xu, Chou, or Wei are most fortunate when "Wuqu" is in the Chen or Xu palaces, which are the resting places of the star. Being in the Chou or Wei palaces is slightly less favorable. When "Wuqu" meets "Tianxiang" and is accompanied by "Wenchang" and "Wenqu," the person is intelligent and skilled in various arts. If "Wuqu" interacts with "Luchun" and "Tianma," the person can accumulate wealth in distant regions. When "Wuqu" is in the migration palace, it indicates a wealthy merchant, and this is only considered favorable if there are many auspicious stars. If "Wuqu" is combined with "Lianzhen," "Tanlang," and "Qishash" together, the person is suited for business.

武曲破軍，破祖破家勞碌。武曲劫殺會擎羊，因財持刀。武曲魁鉞居廟旺，財賦之官。武曲貪狼財宅位，橫發資財。武曲貪狼加殺忌，技藝之人。武曲破貞於卯地，木壓雷驚。武曲羊陀兼火宿，喪命因財。武曲之星為寡宿——火星柔弱，婦奪夫權方免刑剋。若兩剛相敵，必主刑剋生離。

"武曲" and "破军" together cause the destruction of ancestral property and a life of toil. When "武曲" meets "劫煞", "擎羊", there is a risk of violence over money. If "武曲" is joined by "天魁" and "天钺" in a favorable position, one can hold office managing finances and taxes. When "武曲" and "贪狼" are in the wealth or property palace, there is potential for sudden wealth. However, if "武曲" and "贪狼" are combined with malefic stars and in a bad position, one can only make a living through skills. When "武曲", "破军", and "廉贞" are in the Mao Palace, there is a risk of injury from wood or lightning. If "武曲" meets "擎羊", "陀罗", and "火星", it may lead to death due to financial loss. The nature of "武曲" is solitary and isolated: if the husband is weak in character (originally "火星" should be "夫性"), the wife should take charge to avoid conflict; if both are strong and opposing, there will be conflict or separation.

貪狠：廟辰戌丑未，旺子午，陷巳亥。

The "Tianlan" star (written as "Tianhen" in the text) is in its temple position in the four burial palaces (Chen, Xu, Chou, and Wei), is vigorous in the Zi and Wu palaces, and is in decline in the Si and Hai palaces.

貪狼遇鈴火四墓宮，豪富家資侯伯貴——辰戌宮佳，丑未宮次之，若守照俱可論吉。貪狠入廟壽元長。貪狼會殺無吉曜，屠宰之人。貪狠子午卯酉，鼠竊狗偷之輩，終身不能有為——申子辰人命坐子宮，寅午戌人命坐午宮，亥卯末人命坐卯宮，巳酉丑人命坐酉宮是也。

The Star of Romance and Desire in the four earthly branches of Chen, Xu, Chou, and Wei encounters the Hidden-Fire Malefic and the Malefic of Violence, indicating great wealth and noble rank akin to a marquess. The Chen and Xu branches are most favorable, while the Chou and Wei branches are slightly less so. Whether the Star of Romance and Desire is in the same palace or forms a conjunction with the opposite palace, it can be considered auspicious. Those with the Star of Romance and Desire in its proper position live long lives. However, if the Star of Romance and Desire is accompanied by malefic stars without any beneficial stars, it indicates a person involved in violent occupations. When the Star of Romance and Desire is in the palaces of Zi, Wu, Mao, or You, it signifies someone engaged in deceitful activities, who will not achieve great success in life. This applies to those born in the years of Shen-Zi-Chen, Yin-Wu-Xu, Hai-Mao-Wei, or Si-You-Chou, whose destiny palace is located in Zi, Wu, Mao, or You respectively.

貪狼加吉坐長生，壽考永如彭租——寅午戌火生人，命坐寅木申金。貪狠巳亥加殺，不為屠戶亦遭刑——享福不久。貪狼同行晚景邊夷神服——三十年後發財，坐命武曲守照，辰戌宮佳，丑未宮次之。貪武先貧而後富——利己損人。命有紫微日月左右昌曲，限逢綠權科，則貴顯論。

The star 'Tanan' combined with auspicious stars sitting in the Growth position signifies long life like Pengzu: when the Fire triad of Yin, Wu, and Xu is present, fire generates the human destiny, with the person's birth chart in the wood position of Yin or the metal position of Shen. However, when 'Tanan' is in the Si or Hai positions and combined with malefic stars, the person may not become a butcher but still suffer punishment, and their happiness will not last long. When 'Tanan' and 'Wuqu' are together, in old age they can make distant ethnic groups submit: they will become wealthy thirty years later, and if their Life Palace is occupied by 'Wuqu' or 'Wuqu' is guarding or shining upon it, the best positions are Chen and Xu, with Chou and Wei as secondary. People with 'Tanan' and 'Wuqu' will first be poor then rich, but they are self-serving and harm others. If their chart contains 'Ziwēi', the sun and moon, 'Zuofu' and 'Youbi', 'Wenchang' and 'Wenqu', and if during their life period they encounter transformed wealth, power, and scholarship, they should be considered as noble and prominent.

貪狼加殺同鄉，女偷香而男鼠竊。貪狼武曲同守身，無吉命反不長——命無吉曜，身有貪武，孤貧。貪月同殺會機梁，貪財無厭作經商。貪遇羊陀居亥子，名為泛水桃花——男女貪花，迷酒喪身，有吉曜則吉。

The star 'Tanniang' and a malevolent star in the same palace indicate that a woman may commit infidelity and a man may steal. When 'Tanniang' and 'Wuqu' share the palace of the body without auspicious stars, their lifespan is shortened. If the palace of destiny lacks auspicious stars but the palace of the body has 'Tanniang' and 'Wuqu', it signifies loneliness and poverty. When 'Tanniang' and 'Taiyin' join with malevolent stars and 'Tianji' and 'Tianliang', they are greedy for wealth and tend to engage in business frequently. When 'Tanniang' meets 'Qingyang' and 'Tuoluo' and resides in the palace of Hai or Zi, it is called 'Fanshui Taohua', indicating that both men and women are addicted to sensual pleasures and alcohol, leading to their demise. However, if there are auspicious stars present, it can still be considered favorable.

貪狼陀羅在寅宮，號曰風流彩杖。貪武申宮為下格——化忌方論。貪武四生四墓宮，破軍忌殺百工通。貪武破軍無吉曜，迷戀酒以忘身——或作手藝。貪狼廉貞同度，男多浪蕩女多淫。女命貪狼多嫉妒——在亥子，遇羊陀嫉妒之流。逢祿馬不美。

The stars 'Tanniang' and 'Tuoluo' together in the Yin palace are called 'Fengliu Cai Zhang' (Flamboyant Beauty Staff). When 'Tanniang' and 'Wuqu' are in the Shen palace, it is considered a poor configuration—only when encountering a 'Hua Ji' (Hua Ji) star is this assessment made. If 'Tanniang' and 'Wuqu' are in one of the four 'Sheng' (life) palaces—Yin, Shen, Si, or Hai—or one of the four 'Mu' (burial) palaces—Chen, Xu, Chou, or Wei—and also meet 'Pojun', 'Hua Ji', and malefic stars, then the person is skilled in many crafts and trades. If 'Tanniang' and 'Wuqu' are with 'Pojun' but lack auspicious stars, the person may become addicted to alcohol and women, neglecting their body, or engage in manual labor. When 'Tanniang' and 'Lianzhen' are in the same palace, men tend to be reckless and women tend to be promiscuous. For female chart (birth charts), 'Tanniang' often indicates jealousy; if it is in the Hai or Zi palace and also meets 'Yangtu' (Yang Tu), the person is especially jealous; even with 'Luchun' and 'Tianma', it is not considered favorable.

廉貞：廟寅申，利辰戌丑未，陷巳亥。

The star "Lianzhen" is in its temple position in the Yin and Shen Palace, is favorable in the Chen, Xu, Chou, and Wei Palace, and is in a fallen position in the Si and Hai Palace.

廉貞申未宮無殺，富貴聲揚播遠名——雄宿朝元格，加殺平常。廉貞卯酉宮加殺，公胥無面官人——或巧藝人。廉貞暗臣，曹吏貪婪。廉貞貪殺破軍逢武曲遷移，作具戎——恐是文曲。廉貞七殺居廟旺，反為積富之人——殺居午奇格，若陷地化忌，貧賤殘疾。

"Lianzhen" in the Shen palace and Wei palace without any malevolent stars brings great wealth and widespread fame - this is the "Xiong Su Chao Yuan" pattern; if malevolent stars are added, it is merely ordinary. "Lianzhen" in the Mao palace and You palace with added malevolent stars results in being a low-ranking official without dignity or a craftsman. "Lianzhen" together with the hidden star "Jumeng" leads to being a government clerk with a greedy nature. "Lianzhen" meeting with "Tanlang", "Qishash", and "Pojun" while "Wuqu" is in the migration palace allows one to serve in military positions - the original note suspects that "Wuqu" here should be "Wenqu". When "Lianzhen" and "Qishash" are both in their strong and flourishing positions, they become people who accumulate wealth: "Qishash" in the Wu palace is an extraordinary pattern; if it falls into a weak position and transforms into Hua Ji, then one will be poor, lowly, and disabled.

廉貞破火居陷地，自縊投河。廉貞七殺居巳亥，流蕩天涯。仲由威猛，廉貞入廟遇將軍——甲生人坐酉，乙生人坐亥，丙戊生人命坐酉，丁己生人命坐寅，庚生人命坐子，辛生人命坐卯，癸生人命坐申。廉貞四殺遭刑戮——同羊陀火鈴是也，若安布此星同，必遭刑戮終身。

"Lianzhen," "Pojun," and "Huoxing" all residing in a fallen and weakened position indicate a dangerous death by hanging or drowning. When "Lianzhen" and "Qishash" are in the Si or Hai palace, a person will live a life of wandering far from home. Zongyu Zhongyu was remarkably fierce and strong, which is exactly when "Lianzhen" enters its temple position and meets the "General Star" (Qishash). Those born in the Jia year sit in the You palace, those born in the Yi year sit in the Hai palace, those born in the Bing or Wu years sit in the You palace, those born in the Ding or Ji years sit in the Yin palace, those born in the Geng year sit in the Zi palace, those born in the Xin year sit in the Mao palace, and those born in the Gui year sit in the Shen palace. When "Lianzhen" meets the four malefics, it will suffer punishment and execution. The four malefics are "Qingyang," "Tuoluo," "Huoxing," and "Lingxing" in the same palace. If these stars are all grouped together, the person will inevitably suffer from punishment and execution throughout their life.

廉貞白虎，刑杖難逃——流年太歲並小限坐宮，又值白虎加臨，主官非遭刑杖。廉貞殺破會遷移，死於外道。廉貞羊殺居官祿，加紐難逃。廉貞清白能相守——女人甲己庚癸安命申酉亥子宮，丙辛乙戊安命寅卯巳午是也，若辰戌丑未反賤。

"Lianzhen" encountering "Baihu" indicates unavoidable punishment and corporal punishment: the current year's Tai Su and the small limit's palace position, combined with "Baihu" influence, indicate legal troubles and corporal punishment. "Lianzhen" meeting with "Qishash" and "Pojun" in the migration palace indicates death away from home. "Lianzhen" together with "Qingyang" and "Qishash" in the official position palace leads to unavoidable shackles and punishments. "Lianzhen" also has a side of integrity and self-discipline: for women born in the years of Jia, Ji, Geng, and Gui, if their destiny is in the four palaces of Shen, You, Hai, and Zi, they are pure; for those born in the years of Bing, Xin, Yi, and Wu, if their destiny is in the four palaces of Yin, Mao, Si, and Wu, they are pure; but if their destiny is in the four palaces of Chen, Xu, Chou, and Wei, they are of low status.

巨門：廟寅申卯酉，旺子午巳亥，陷辰戌。

The "Jumu" star is in its prime in the four palaces of Yin, Shen, Mao, and You, is vigorous in the four palaces of Zi, Wu, Si, and Hai, and is in decline in the two palaces of Chen and Xu.

巨日寅宮立命申，先馳名而食祿。巨日命宮寅位，食祿馳名。巨日申宮立命寅，馳名食祿。巨門子午科權祿，石中隱玉福興隆——富而子貴，辛癸人上格，丁己人次之，丙戊主男。巨日命立申宮亦妙。巨在亥宮日在巳，食祿馳名。巨在巳宮日在亥，反為不佳。巨日拱照亦為奇——假如日午宮巨在戌宮是也，多方論日忌陷。

The combination of 'Ji Men' and 'Tai Yang' in the Yin Palace with the natal palace in the Shen Palace results in fame first, then salary. When 'Ji Men' and 'Tai Yang' are both in the Yin Palace and the natal palace is in the Yin Palace, there is also both salary and fame. If 'Ji Men' and 'Tai Yang' are in the Shen Palace with the natal palace in the Yin Palace, it also leads to fame and salary. When 'Ji Men' is in the Zi or Wu Palace and meets the transformation of knowledge, power, and wealth, it forms the 'hidden jade in stone' pattern, indicating great fortune: both wealth and sons achieving high status. Those born in the Xin or Gui years are of the highest rank, while those born in the Ding or Ji years are of the next level, and those born in the Bing or Wu years are likely to have sons. It is also good when 'Ji Men' and 'Tai Yang' are in the Shen Palace. If 'Ji Men' is in the Hai Palace and 'Tai Yang' is in the Si Palace, there is both salary and fame. However, if 'Ji Men' is in the Si Palace and 'Tai Yang' is in the Hai Palace, it is not favorable. When 'Ji Men' and 'Tai Yang' are supported from three directions, it is considered a rare pattern. For example, if 'Tai Yang' is in the Wu Palace and 'Ji Men' is in the Xu Palace. In general, one should consider multiple factors, but it is most important to avoid 'Tai Yang' falling into a weak position.

巨機居卯，乙辛己丙至公卿——不貴即富。甲人平常何也？因甲祿到寅，卯宮有擎羊破格耳。巨機酉上化吉者，縱有財官也不終——如值孤貧多有壽，鉅富即夭亡。加化忌尤凶，若太歲在遷移宮，財官化祿。巨門辰宮化忌，辛人命遇反為奇。巨機丑未為下格。

The stars 'Jumu' and 'Tianji' together in the Mao palace indicate that those born in the years Yi, Xin, Ji, and Bing may attain high official positions and achieve both wealth and status. However, those born in the year Jia are only ordinary, because the 'Luchun' star of Jia year falls in the Yin palace, leaving the Mao palace with the malefic 'Qingyang' star, which disrupts the pattern. If 'Jumu' and 'Tianji' are in the You palace even with favorable transformations, they may have wealth and official positions, but these are not long-lasting. Such a fate tends to result in longer life if the person is poor and isolated, but if they become suddenly wealthy, they may die young. It is even more dangerous if there are additional evils. This is only favorable if the current year's ruler moves to the migration palace, and the wealth and official positions are transformed into good fortune. When 'Jumu' is in the Chen palace with a bad transformation, those born in the Xin year may actually have a rare and favorable pattern. When 'Jumu' and 'Tianji' are in the Chou or Wei palace, it is considered a poor pattern.

巨門陀羅必生異痣。巨門羊陀於身命疾厄，羸黃困弱，盜而娼。巨門四殺陷而凶。巨火擎羊陀逢惡曜，防縊死投河。巨火鈴星逢惡限，死於外道。巨宿天機為破蕩——女命巨機於卯酉，雖富貴不免淫佚，若陷地下賤。

When "Jumu" and "Tuo Luo" are in the same palace, there will be unusual birthmarks on the body. If "Jumu" is in the body palace, life palace, or illness palace along with "Qing Yang" and "Tuo Luo," the person will be weak, pale yellow in complexion, and lacking energy; men may become thieves, and women may become prostitutes. When "Jumu" meets the four evils and is in a declining position, it indicates misfortune. If "Jumu," "Huo Xing," "Qing Yang," and "Tuo Luo" meet evil stars, one should be cautious of drowning or jumping into rivers. If "Jumu," "Huo Xing," and "Ling Xing" reach dangerous years, death may occur while traveling abroad. When "Jumu" meets "Tian Ji," it indicates destruction and wandering. For a female's chart, if "Jumu" and "Tian Ji" are in the Mao Palace or You Palace, although wealthy, they may still suffer from immoral behavior; if they are in a declining position, the person will be of low status.

七殺：廟辰戌丑未寅申，旺子午卯酉，平巳亥，無陷。

The "Seven Killers" star is in its temple position in the six palaces of Chen, Xu, Chou, Wei, Yin, and Shen, is vigorous in the four palaces of Zi, Wu, Mao, and You, and is in a balanced state in the two palaces of Si and Hai, with no palace where it is in decline.

七殺寅申子午，一生爵祿榮昌——為七殺朝斗格。七殺破軍專依羊鈴之虐。七殺廉貞同位，路上埋尸——觀廉貞內注，會耗於遷移亦然，若陷地加化忌尤凶。七殺破軍宜出外，諸般手藝不能精。七殺臨身命，流年刑忌災傷——逢紫微天相祿存可解。殺臨絕地會羊陀，顏回夭折。

The 'Seven Killers' in the positions of Yin, Shen, Zi, and Wu indicate a fortunate destiny with honor, rank, and wealth, known as the 'Seven Killers Facing the Pole Star' pattern. The fierce nature of 'Seven Killers' and 'Break Army' depends on how 'Malefic of Injury' and 'Hidden-Fire Malefic' exacerbate their effects. When 'Seven Killers' and 'Lianzhen' share the same palace, it signifies a risk of sudden death or being left unburied, which can be further understood under the entry for 'Lianzhen'. If 'Seven Killers' is in the migration palace and meets 'Great Expenditure', the outcome is similar. If it is in a fallen position and combined with 'Transformation of Harm', the result is especially dangerous. People with 'Seven Killers' and 'Break Army' are suited for living and working outside their homeland, and they tend to master no single skill thoroughly. If 'Seven Killers' is in the body or native palace and encounters penal stars or transformation of harm in the current year, there will be calamity. However, if it meets 'The Emperor Star', 'Seal Star and Star of Livelihood', and 'Wealth-Salary Star', these can mitigate the effects. If 'Seven Killers' is in a dead position and combined with 'Malefic of Injury' and 'Malefic of Delay and Entanglement', it may lead to an early death, similar to Yan Hui.

七殺重逢四殺，腰陀背曲陣中亡——殺與鈴火，主陣亡，又有疾危。七殺火羊貪且賤，屠宰之人——七殺羊陀會生鄉，為屠宰。七殺羊鈴流年白虎，刑戮災迍。七殺流羊二官符，離鄉遭配——歲限俱到。七殺守照歲限擎羊，午生人命安卯西宮主凶亡——餘宮亦忌命限三合殺，流年羊刃到命，即七殺重逢，申酉宮忌，多忌限。七殺沉吟福不榮——男有威權，女無所施。七殺臨身終是夭。七殺單居幅德，女人切忌賤無疑。

"Seven Killers" meeting the four evils again indicates a hunched back and death in the battlefield: "Seven Killers" meeting "Bell Star" and "Fire Star" indicates death in battle, and is also prone to serious illness. "Seven Killers" meeting "Fire Star" and "Malefic of Injury" indicates greed and low morality, often being butchers. "Seven Killers" meeting "Yangren" in the "Growth" position also indicates being a butcher. "Seven Killers," "Malefic of Injury," and "Bell Star" meeting the flowing year "White Tiger" brings calamity and hardship. "Seven Killers" meeting the flowing year "Malefic of Injury" and two "Guanfu" indicates being exiled and sent away from home—this only occurs when the flowing year and the running limit arrive at the same time. "Seven Killers" sitting on the Life Palace or shining on it, and the running limit meeting "Malefic of Injury," people born in the Wu year who are in the Mao or You Palace will have a fatal outcome; other palace positions also avoid having "Seven Killers" in the Life Palace and running limit triple harmony. If the flowing year "Yangren" arrives at the Life Palace, it is considered "Seven Killers meeting again," especially the Shen and You Palace are particularly dangerous, and there are many forbidden running limits. "Seven Killers" makes a person silent and melancholic, with hidden virtue not showing clearly: men may still have authority, but women have nowhere to show their abilities. "Seven Killers" sitting on the body palace indicates a short lifespan. "Seven Killers" alone sitting on the virtue and fortune palace, according to old sayings, is most dangerous for women, and is definitely considered low morality.

破軍：廟子午，旺辰戌丑未，陷卯酉。

The "Pòjūn" star is in its temple position in the Zi and Wu mansions, in its vigorous position in the Chen, Xu, Chou, and Wei mansions, and in its fallen position in the Mao and You mansions.

破軍子午宮無殺，官資清顯至三公——甲癸生人合格，丁巳生人次之，丙戌生人主困。破軍貪狼逢祿馬，男多浪蕩女多淫。破軍暗巨同鄉，水中作冢——破與巨不同垣，恐照命宮或犯遷移。破軍火鈴，奔波勞碌。破軍一曜性難明——男女命論。破耗羊鈴官祿位，到處乞求——又貪狼在子午卯酉者，看貪狼內注。

"Breaking Army" (Pòjūn) in theZi Palace (Zǐgōng) andWu Palace (Wǔgōng) without malevolent stars, indicates an official position that is lofty and prominent, capable of reaching the rank of the Three Grand Ministers (Sāngōng). Those born in the year of Jia (甲) or Gui (癸) are qualified, while those born in the year of Ding (丁) or Si (巳) are of a lower rank, and those born in the year of Bing (丙) or Xu (戌) are likely to face difficulties. When "Breaking Army" and "Greedy Wolf" (Tān láng) meet with "Wealth-Salary Star" (Lùcún) and "Star of Movement" (Tiānmǎ), men tend to be extravagant and women tend to be promiscuous. "Breaking Army" and the hidden star "Great Gate" (Jùmén) being in the same native palace may lead to drowning in water. Originally, "Breaking Army" and "Great Gate" are not in the same palace, but they are usually seen to affect the native palace or conflict with the palace of migration. When "Breaking Army" meets "Fire Star" (Huǒxīng) and "Hidden-Fire Malefic" (Língxīng), one's life is filled with constant toil and travel. The nature of "Breaking Army" is the most difficult to grasp, and this applies to both male and female destinies. If "Breaking Army," "Great Expenditure" (Dàhào), "Malefic of Injury" (Qíngyáng), and "Hidden-Fire Malefic" (Língxīng) fall in the official position palace, one may end up wandering and begging. Additionally, if "Greedy Wolf" (Tān láng) is in the Zi, Wu, Mao, or You palaces, refer to the notes under the entry for "Greedy Wolf."

擎羊：廟辰戌丑未，陷子午卯酉。

The star 「Qing Yang」 is in its prime when it is in the four burial palaces of Chen, Xu, Chou, and Wei, but it is in decline when it is in the four palaces of Zi, Wu, Mao, and You.

擎羊入廟富貴聲揚——加吉萬論。羊火同宮，威權壓眾——辰戍人佳，丑未次之。羊陀鈴火守身命，腰駝背曲之人。擎羊子午卯酉，非夭折而刑傷——午凶卯次之，子酉又次之。馬頭帶劍，吉多勿論。擎羊逢力士，李廣難封——甲生人命卯，丙生人命午，庚生人命酉，壬生人命子。吉多平常，加殺則凶。

Those with "Qingyang" in their temple are wealthy and famous, but this is only considered favorable when combined with auspicious stars. When "Qingyang" and "Huoxing" are in the same palace, they command great authority and dominate others; those born in the year of Chen or Xu are most favorable, while those born in the year of Chou or Wei are next. If "Qingyang," "Tuoluo," "Lingxing," and "Huoxing" guard the palace of the body and the palace of destiny, the person will have a hunched back and a bent waist. When "Qingyang" is in the palace of Zi, Wu, Mao, or You, the person will not die young but will suffer injuries; the palace of Wu is the most dangerous, followed by Mao, then Zi and You. This is called "Ma Tou Dai Jian" (a horse's head with a sword). If there are many auspicious stars, this does not apply. When "Qingyang" meets "Lishi," it is like General Li Guang of the Han dynasty, who found it hard to be granted a title of marquis. Those born in the year of Jia have their destiny in the palace of Mao, those born in the year of Bing have their destiny in the palace of Wu, those born in the year of Geng have their destiny in the palace of You, and those born in the year of Ren have their destiny in the palace of Zi. If there are many auspicious stars, the outcome is ordinary, but if combined with malevolent stars, it becomes dangerous.

羊陀火鈴逢吉發財，凶則忌。羊鈴坐命流年白虎，災傷——流年白虎，又到命宮也。擎羊對守在酉宮，歲迭羊陀庚命凶——除宮亦忌，守命宮有羊陀，流年遇羊陀為迭並。羊陀夾忌為敗局——假如安命在申宮，又逢忌星，羊在酉陀在未夾之，餘皆仿此為例。命歲凶，孤貧刑剋。若單守祿存無吉星同垣，亦有災殃之凶。羊陀流年鈴破，面字斑痕。擎羊火星為下格。擎羊重逢流羊，西施傾殞身——歲限重逢。

If "Qingyang," "Tuoluo," "Huoxing," and "Lingxing" meet favorable stars, they can still bring wealth, but if they meet adverse stars, they should be avoided. If "Qingyang" and "Lingxing" are in the native's Life Palace, and the current year also encounters "Baihu," it indicates disaster and injury—this means the current year's "Baihu" has reached the Life Palace. If "Qingyang" is stationed in the You Palace from the opposite palace, and the current year's "Qingyang" and "Tuoluo" are repeated together, those born in the year of Geng will face misfortune: other palaces are also to be avoided. If the native's Life Palace already has "Qingyang" and "Tuoluo," and the current year also encounters them, it is called "repetition." When "Qingyang" and "Tuoluo" are flanking the Hua Ji, it indicates a downfall: for example, if the Life Palace is in the Shen Palace and also has Hua Ji, "Qingyang" is in the You Palace and "Tuoluo" is in the Wei Palace, flanking it, the same applies to other cases. If both the native's chart and the current year are adverse, it indicates loneliness, poverty, and conflicts. If only "Luchun" is alone in a palace without favorable stars, it also brings calamity. If "Qingyang" and "Tuoluo" in the current year meet "Lingxing" and are broken by a clash, it may leave scars or spots on the face. If "Qingyang" and "Huoxing" are together, it is a poor configuration. If the native's chart has "Qingyang" and the current year also has "Qingyang," it is like the downfall of Xi Shi—this only happens when the current year and the running limit meet again.

陀羅：廟辰戌丑未，陷寅申巳亥。

The star Malefic of delay and entanglement is exalted in the four burial palaces (Chen, Xu, Chou, and Wei), and falls in the four palaces (Yin, Shen, Si, and Hai).

陀羅巳亥寅申，非夭折而刑傷——余試得多離祖出外成家者亦吉，主生人有破相。

The Malefic of delay and entanglement falling in the positions of Si, Hai, Yin, and Shen indicates that although these individuals will not die young, they will suffer injuries. The author states: after verifying over the years, such people tend to be fortunate if they leave their ancestral homeland and establish a new household elsewhere, though they may have physical disfigurements.

火星：廟寅午戌，地巳酉丑，陷申子辰。

The Malefic of violence is in its exaltation in the three palaces of Yin, Wu, and Xu, in its strength in the three palaces of Si, You, and Chou, and in decline in the three palaces of Shen, Zi, and Chen.

火鈴相遇，名振諸邦。火鈴夾命為敗局——如命安寅申，火星在丑，鈴星在卯。吉多尚可，惟夾忌。辰凶歲限巡遊者，此地亦吉。

The meeting of "Malefic of Violence" and "Hidden-fire Malefic" can cause a great reputation that shakes all states. However, if these two malefics are sandwiched around the Life Palace (destiny palace), it results in a defeat. For example, if the Life Palace is in the Yin (Tiger) or Shen (Monkey) palace, the "Malefic of Violence" is in the Chou (Ox) palace and the "Hidden-fire Malefic" is in the Mao (Rabbit) palace. Those with many auspicious stars may still be acceptable, but the worst situation is when it forms Hua Ji (transformed inauspiciousness). The original commentary also states: although the Chen (Dragon) palace is malevolent (unfavorable), if the current year or limit passes through this area, it is still considered auspicious.

鈴星：廟寅午戌，地巳酉丑，陷申子辰。

The Hidden-fire malefic, "Ling Xing," is in its temple (temple) position in the three palaces of Yin, Wu, and Xu, in its favorable position (favorable position) in the three palaces of Si, You, and Chou, and in its fallen position (declined position) in the three palaces of Shen, Zi, and Chen.

火鈴旺宮，亦為福論。擎羊火鈴為下格——女人廟旺猶可，陷地下賤，貧窮夭折。

If "Fire Malefic" and "Hidden-fire Malefic" are in a prosperous palace, they can be considered as auspicious stars. When "Malefic of Injury" is combined with "Fire Malefic" and "Hidden-fire Malefic," it forms a poor configuration. For a female's chart, these stars being in a temple palace are still acceptable, but if they are in a declining palace, it indicates inferiority, poverty, and short lifespan.

魁鉞夾命為奇格——如命安在辰宮，魁在卯，鉞在巳宮是也。魁鉞命身多折桂——如吉方論，在命身最妙，三方次之。魁鉞昌曲祿存扶，刑殺無沖臺輔貴——命身妙三方次，見刑殺沖會者平常，只宜僧道。魁鉞重逢殺湊，痼疾尤多——殺乃羊鈴空劫。魁鉞輔星為福壽——二上在命，諸宮福壽雙全。

The configuration of "Tian Gui" and "Tian Yue" enclosing the Life Palace is considered an auspicious pattern. For example, if the Life Palace is in the Chen palace, "Tian Gui" in the Mao palace and "Tian Yue" in the Si palace would form this pattern. Those with "Tian Gui" and "Tian Yue" in their Life Palace or Body Palace are likely to achieve success in the imperial examinations. This outcome depends on having many auspicious stars; the best result is when they are in the Life Palace or Body Palace, while being in the three surrounding palaces is second best. If "Tian Gui" and "Tian Yue" are further supported by "Wen Chang," "Wen Qu," and "Lu Cun," and are not afflicted by harmful stars, they may attain high official status. The best result is when they are in the Life Palace or Body Palace, while being in the three surrounding palaces is second best. If harmful stars afflict or illuminate them, they may only achieve ordinary status and are suitable for becoming a monk or a Taoist. When "Tian Gui" and "Tian Yue" meet with harmful stars such as "Qing Yang," "Ling Xing," "Di Jie," and "Tian Kong," there is a higher likelihood of chronic illness. When "Tian Gui" and "Tian Yue" are combined with auxiliary stars like "Tai Fu," they indicate good fortune and longevity. If these two stars are in the Life Palace, they bring good fortune and longevity to all palaces.

左右文昌位至臺輔。左右夾命為貴格——如安命在丑宮，左輔在子宮，右弼在寅宮，四七十一月生者是也，若不貴則大富。右弼左輔終身福厚——在命宮遷移是也，三方次之。左右同宮披羅衣紫——辰戌宮安命，正月七月生者；丑宮安命，四月生者；卯亥宮安命，六月十二月生者。三方勿論。左右單守照命宮，離宗庶出——身命無正曜是也，若三方合紫微、天相、天府吉。左右貞羊遭刑盜。

"Left Auxiliary" and "Right Auxiliary" stars together with "Wen Chang" star indicate that one's official position can reach the level of "Tai Fu". When "Left" and "Right" stars are flanking the Life Palace (life palace), it is a noble configuration: for example, if the Life Palace is in the Chou (Ox) palace, "Left Auxiliary" is in the Zi (Rat) palace, and "Right Auxiliary" is in the Yin (Tiger) palace, those born in the fourth, seventh, and eleventh months will have this configuration; if not noble, they will certainly be very wealthy. When "Right Auxiliary" and "Left Auxiliary" are in the Life Palace or Travel Palace (migration palace), one's life will be prosperous and blessed, and if they are in the three surrounding palaces, it is less so. When "Left" and "Right" stars are in the same palace, the person will wear silk and official robes; those with Life Palace in the Chen (Dragon) or Xu (Dog) palace and born in January or July, those with Life Palace in the Chou (Ox) palace and born in April, those with Life Palace in the Mao (Rabbit) or Hai (Pig) palace and born in June or December will have this; if they are only in the three surrounding palaces, this is not considered. When "Left" or "Right" stars are alone in the Life Palace or illuminate the Life Palace, it indicates leaving the original family or being born out of wedlock; this refers to the situation where the Body Palace (body palace) and Life Palace do not have a main star. If the three surrounding palaces have the conjunction of "Zi Wei", "Tian Xiang", and "Tian Fu", it is auspicious. When "Left" and "Right" stars are together with "Lian Zhen" and "Qing Yang", they will suffer punishment or encounter theft.

左右昌曲逢羊陀，當生暗痣。左右財官兼夾拱，衣祿豐盈。左右魁鉞為福壽——三星在命論宮，福壽全美。若女命逢之，旺夫益子。右弼天相福來臨——諸宮遇福，丑未亥三宮不貴，縱貴不久遠，前當主富。若卯酉二陷宮，少稱心意。

The Left and Right Stars together with 'Wenqiang' and 'Wenqu' encountering 'Qingyang' and 'Tuo Luo' indicate a person is born with a dark birthmark. The Left and Right Stars in the Wealth and Officialdom sectors create a supportive configuration, leading to abundant clothing, food, andofficial stipend. When the Left and Right Stars join 'Tiankuai' and 'Tianyue', they signify a long and prosperous life. If these stars are in the Life Palace, they bring perfect fortune and longevity; for women, they enhance their husband's fortune and benefit their children. When 'Youbi' and 'Tianxiang' are together, good fortune comes, bringing blessings in all areas, though the sectors of Chou, Wei, and Hai are not prestigious, and even if they are, the fortune does not last long. Previously, they indicated wealth, but if they fall in the sectors of Mao and You, which are considered weak, there will be few things that go according to one's wishes.

祿存：十二宮中皆入廟。

The Wealth-salary star is considered to be in its proper position in all twelve palace positions.

祿存守於財宅積玉堆金——在命方可喜，化祿同科權更妙。祿存子午位遷移，身命逢之利祿宜。明祿暗祿，位至公卿。雙祿重返，終身富貴。祿逢沖破，吉也成凶。雙祿守命，呂后專權。祿存厚重多衣祿——諸宮降福，起家富貴。女人嫁夫招贅旺財。

The Wealth-Salary Star "L禄存" residing in the Wealth and Property Palace or the Real Estate Palace can accumulate wealth and treasure. If it falls in the Birth Palace, it is even more favorable. If it is further combined with the transformed Wealth, transformed Scholarly Merit, and transformed Authority, it is even better. When "L禄存" is in the Migration Palace of the Zi or Wu positions, encountering it in the Body Palace or Birth Palace is beneficial for seeking official positions and wealth. When the Manifest Wealth and Hidden Wealth are combined, one can reach the rank of high officials. When two Wealth Stars repeatedly meet, one will have a life of wealth and honor. If the Wealth Star is broken by a clash, a originally good fortune can turn into misfortune. When two Wealth Stars guard the Birth Palace, one can wield power like Empress Lu of the Han Dynasty. The nature of the Wealth-Salary Star is solid and substantial, often bringing food, clothing, andofficial stipend. It can bring blessings to all palaces, allowing one to become wealthy from scratch. For women, whether married or married into a family, it can enhance wealth.

祿馬最喜交馳——忌見殺羊火截路空亡，多主勞苦。天馬四生妻宮，富貴還當封贈。馬遇空亡，終身奔走。

Wealth-salary star and Star of movement are most favorable when they interact with each other. They are most unfavorable when encountering malefic of injury, malefic of violence, and star of blockage along with kongwang. Such combinations often lead to much hardship. If Star of movement falls in the Spouse Palace (marriage house) of the four life sectors (寅, 申, 巳, 亥), not only will one achieve wealth and honor, but the wife will also receive official recognition from the court. If Star of movement meets kongwang, a person will spend his whole life running about in vain.

科權祿合富貴雙全——祿存亦是祿，祿會祿存，富貴全會。巨武戍揚科，會魁鉞在命宮極佳，三方次吉，亦在凶多則不美。祿權命逢合吉，威權壓眾相王朝。權祿重逢，財官雙美——三方吉多方吉，因聚也不美。科命權朝，登庸甲第——或權或祿全更佳，為言祿逢迎格。

When the transformations of official title (化科), authority (化权), and wealth (化禄) come together, both wealth and status are complete. "Lusun" (禄存) is also considered a source of wealth, so if "Lusun" joins with "Lusun" again, both wealth and status are fully achieved. "Jumeng" (巨门) and "Wuqu" (武曲) in the Xu palace can bring academic success, and if they are joined by "Tiankui" (天魁) and "Tianyue" (天钺) in the Life Palace (destiny palace), it is best, but if they are in the three palaces, it is still favorable. However, if there are too many evil stars, it is not good. When the transformations of authority and wealth meet in the Life Palace (destiny palace) with auspicious stars, they can command great authority and assist the dynasty. When the transformations of authority and wealth overlap, both wealth and official rank are favorable. However, it is better if there are many auspicious stars in the three palaces, though having them all together is not as good. If the transformation of official title is in the Life Palace (destiny palace) and the transformation of authority comes to meet it, one can be selected for official appointment. The transformation of authority and wealth together is even better, which is called the "Lufengying" (禄逢迎) pattern.

化祿子午位遷移，夫子文章冠世。遷移在子午宮為對面朝天子——命太陽同化祿在午宮，合此格，餘宮要看吉凶科權祿來為貴格。如命安在子宮，祿在亥宮，權在丑宮，為夾貴，皆餘仿此。權祿重逢殺湊，虛譽之隆。科名陷於凶神，苗而不秀——如日戌、月卯，化科陷地，或又加羊陀劫空。祿主纏於弱地，發不主財。權祿守財福之位，處世榮華。權祿吉星奴僕位，縱然官貴也奔波。

The transformed wealth star falls in the position of the Water Goat (Zi) and the Horse (Wu) in the Migration sector, which may result in writings as outstanding as Confucius' of his time. The Migration sector being in the Water Goat (Zi) and the Horse (Wu) positions is called "facing the emperor directly." If the native's native sector has the Star of Brightness and Prestige (Taiyang) in the same sector and the transformed wealth star is in the Horse (Wu) position, then this pattern is fulfilled. Other sectors should be examined for their auspicious or inauspicious influences; only when transformed merit, authority, and wealth stars conjoin do they form a noble pattern. For example, if the native's native sector is in the Water Goat (Zi) position, with transformed wealth in the Pig (Hai) and transformed authority in the Ox (Chou), this is called "encircling honor." Other cases follow the same logic. When transformed authority and wealth stars meet but are accompanied by malevolent stars, it results in only a hollow reputation. If the merit star is located among Inauspicious Spirit (malevolent forces), it is like a crop that has begun to ripen but does not bear fruit. For instance, if the Star of Brightness and Prestige is in the Dog (Xu) position and the Wealth Star and Mother Star is in the Rabbit (Mao) position, and the transformed merit is in a declining position, or if malevolent stars such as the Malefic of Injury (Qingyang), Malefic of Delay and Entanglement (Tuo Luo), Plunder Malefic (Di Jie), and Star of Emptiness (Tiankong) are added, then it is not auspicious. If the wealth star moves through a weak position, even if it brings success, it will not bring much wealth. When transformed authority and wealth stars are in the Wealth sector and the Fortune Virtue sector, the person will enjoy worldly success and prosperity. If transformed authority and wealth stars are in the Servant sector, even if the person holds an official position and is esteemed, they will have to work hard all their life.

劫空夾命為敗局——假如命安在亥宮，劫在子宮，空在亥宮是也。歲限行到亦凶，夾忌亦凶，孤貧刑傷。劫空臨限，楚王喪國，綠珠亡。生處劫空，猶如半天折翅。劫空臨財幅之鄉，生來貧賤。

The combination of "Plunder malefic" and "Star of emptiness" enclosing the Life Palace indicates a defeat. For example, if the Life Palace is in the Hai Palace, "Plunder malefic" is in theZi Palace and "Star of emptiness" is in the Hai Palace, which according to the principle of enclosing the Life Palace, "Star of emptiness" should be in theXu Palace. If this occurs in the flow of the year or in the limit period, it is also ominous. If the enclosing is caused by a transformed evil star, it is even more harmful, leading to loneliness, poverty, and continuous injuries. When Plunder and Void appears in the flow of the year or in the limit period, it is like the King of Chu losing his country or the death of the green pearl from the Jin dynasty falling from the building. If the birth year's position meets Plunder and Void, it is like flying halfway through the air and breaking the wings. If Plunder and Void falls in the Wealth Palace or Fortune Virtue Palace, one is born into poverty and low status.

天傷加惡曜，仲尼絕糧，鄧通亡。

The Star of Depletion and Injury combined with malevolent stars would lead to a situation as dire as Confucius being stranded between Chen and Cai, suffering from lack of food and firewood, or like Deng Tong of the Han dynasty, who went from wealth to poverty and eventually starved to death.

三夾命凶六夾吉——三夾是劫空火鈴羊陀是也，六夾是紫府左右昌曲魁鉞科權祿日月是也。若在命則凶多吉少，雖吉也凶；如吉多凶少，雖凶也吉。身命三方乃看廟旺。命無正曜，二姓延生——或過房出維隨母繼拜入贅，或又是庶母所生者。命逢吉曜，松柏清秀以難凋——身命官有吉星，太歲大小二限不利，末為凶，必太歲二限有凶，又且本生人所忌方凶。

Three malefics surrounding the Life Palace indicate misfortune, while six auspicious stars surrounding the Life Palace indicate good fortune. The three malefics are 「地劫」, 「天空」, 「火星」, 「铃星」, 「擎羊」, and 「陀罗」. The six auspicious stars are 「紫微」, 「天府」, 「左辅」, 「右弼」, 「文昌」, 「文曲」, 「天魁」, 「天钺」, 「化科」, 「化权」, 「化禄」, and 「太阳」, 「太阴」. If malefic stars are surrounding the Life Palace, misfortune will prevail, and even if there are auspicious stars, they will turn into misfortune. If there are more auspicious stars than malefics, even if there are malefics, they can be transformed into good fortune. Both the Life Palace and the Body Palace, along with their three surrounding areas, should be examined to see if the stars are in their proper and flourishing positions. Those whose Life Palace does not have a main star must be adopted by another family to survive: this could be through adoption, following the mother's remarriage and being rebaptized, or through marriage by entering another family. Those born to a concubine may also fall into this category. Those whose Life Palace is occupied by auspicious stars are like pine and cypress trees, clear and refined, and not easily withered: if both the Life Palace and Body Palace have auspicious stars, even if the flow year Tai Sui (the year god) and the large and small limits are unfavorable, it may not result in misfortune. Only when the Tai Sui (the year god) and the two limits themselves are malefic, and also directly conflict with the person's birth year's taboos, will misfortune really occur.

限逢凶曜，柳綠桃紅而易謝——命逢凶限廟旺猶發達，限凶星陷必凶。命實運生，如旱苗而得雨——如命限平常，三方有吉星，如限行美地為福。命衰運弱，如嫩草而遭霜——如命坐陷忌，歲限又逢惡曜，必刑傷死亡。命有吉星官殺重，縱有財官也辛苦。

When one's destiny encounters a bad star, it's like the green willows and red peach blossoms easily wither: if one's fate meets a bad time, stars that are in their prime can still bring success; but if the destiny is bad and the stars are in decline, it will certainly bring misfortune. If the original destiny is strong and the fortune is also supportive, it's like drought-stricken crops receiving timely rain: if the original destiny is ordinary and the fortune is also ordinary, but there are good stars in the three directions and the fortune leads to a favorable place, it becomes a blessing. If the original destiny is weak and the fortune is also weak, it's like tender grass suffering from frost: if the destiny palace is occupied by a declining star and meets a bad transformation, and the current year and fortune also meet bad stars, it will certainly lead to punishment, injury, or death. Even if the destiny palace has good stars, but the official symbol and evil stars are too strong, even with wealth and official positions, one will live a hard life all one's life.

三夾身凶六夾吉——夾忌劫空火鈴羊陀凶，六夾貴逢吉甚妙。身命俱吉，富貴雙全。身吉命凶，亦為美論。命弱身強，財源不聚。

If the three malefics surround the body palace, it indicates misfortune; if the six auspicious stars surround the body palace, it indicates good fortune: being surrounded by the afflicted star, the plunder malefic, the star of emptiness, the malefic of violence, the hidden-fire malefic, the malefic of injury, and the malefic of delay and entanglement indicates misfortune; being surrounded by the six auspicious stars and encountering auspicious stars is very favorable. If both the body palace and the Life Palace are auspicious, one will achieve both wealth and status. If the body palace is auspicious but the Life Palace is not, it can still be considered a good fate. If the Life Palace is weak but the body palace is strong, wealth will not be retained.

納音墓庫看何宮——如水生人墓辰，遇財官或祿存尤妙，遇遷移耗殺同為不美。生逢敗地，發也虛花——如年納音水土長生見甲申，乃金星為水宮之主，若安命在酉敗地，又逢羊陀忌耗七殺同不美，得祿存吉。絕處逢生，花而不敗——如水土絕在巳，安命在巳為絕地，卻得金星在巳生水不絕，方為得祿。

Looking at the storage place of the Nayin sound element's Five Phases: for example, if the Nayin belongs to water, its storage is in the Chen palace. If the Chen palace is the wealth palace, official palace, or has the Wealth-salary star, it is especially good. If it falls in the migration palace and is with the Star of great expenditure, it is not good. If the birth year falls in the Five Phases' decline, success will be like a fleeting flower. For example, if the Nayin water and earth have their growth in Shen, and there is Jiashen, then the metal star becomes the master of the water palace. If the destiny is in the You palace, which is the decline, and is with the Malefic of injury, Malefic of delay and entanglement, the transformed Hua Ji, Star of great expenditure, and General star, it is not good. If there is the Wealth-salary star, it is auspicious. In the midst of despair, there is a new beginning; for example, water and earth are in the decline in the Si palace. If the destiny is in the Si palace, which is the decline, but the gold star in Si can generate water and does not lead to a complete break, this is considered to have the Wealth.

日月夾財加吉曜不貴則富——如財帛宮在未天府星守，日在午月在申夾財是也，餘仿此。左右財官兼夾拱衣祿豐隆——如左右同財帛宮，又或財官在丑日在子月在寅是夾也。

The stars "Sun" and "Moon" enclosing the Wealth Palace along with auspicious stars indicate wealth even without high status: for example, if the Wealth Palace is in the Wei palace guarded by "Treasury," and "Sun" is in the Wu palace while "Moon" is in the Shen palace, this forms a clasp around wealth. Similar cases can be applied accordingly. When "Left Assistant" and "Right Assistant" are present in both the Wealth and Official Palace, they form a supportive configuration leading to abundant clothing, food, and salary: for example, if "Left Assistant" and "Right Assistant" share the Wealth Palace, or if the Wealth and Official Palaces are in the Chou palace while "Sun" is in the Zi palace and "Moon" is in the Yin palace, this constitutes a clasp.

紫微輔弼多為財賦之官。武曲太陰多居財賦之任——不是武曲太陰同限度，取財帛宮遇武曲或遇太陰星，主為人多居財賦之任。紫府武曲居財帛，更兼權祿富奢翁。武曲貪狼財宅橫發資財——忌空亡。祿存守於財宅堆金積玉。

The star 'Ziwei' together with 'Zuofu' and 'Youbi' indicates a person who often holds official positions responsible for managing money, grain, and taxes. 'Wuqu' and 'Taiyin' also frequently take on roles related to finances and wealth — it is not necessary for 'Wuqu' and 'Taiyin' to be in the same house, but when the Wealth Palace encounters 'Wuqu' or 'Taiyin', it signifies that the person is likely to hold positions involving financial matters. If 'Ziwei', 'Tianfu', and 'Wuqu' are in the Wealth Palace and also receive the influences of power and wealth, then the person is a wealthy and extravagant individual. When 'Wuqu' and 'Tanlang' are in the Wealth and Property Palaces, they can lead to sudden wealth, but they should avoid encountering 'Kongwang'. If 'Luchun' is in the Wealth or Property Palaces, it indicates the accumulation of great wealth.

權祿守財福之位出世榮華。劫空臨財福之鄉生來貧賤。

The transformation of power and wealth is located in the Wealth Palace and Fortune Virtue Palace, leading to a life of honor and prosperity. The Star of Emptiness and Plunder malefic are located in the Wealth Palace and Fortune Virtue Palace, resulting in a birth into poverty and low status.