The Heavenly Stems and Earthly Branches: A System of Interpreting the Classics

夫經克緯者五星躔於受克之，垣殿在天則或色不正或隱不明，猶身自救不及奚暇與人為福，雖有用之力不及矣。若木氣緯於牛亢鬼婁之金殿辰酉之金垣。火羅躔於箕壁參軫之水殿危心，張畢之月殿及巳申未之水月垣。土計緯於斗角井奎之木殿及寅亥之木垣，金星緯於尾室翼觜之火殿及卯戌火垣之內，水孛緯於女氐柳胃之土度及子丑土垣之內俱為受制。

The concept of "jīng kè wěi" refers to the five planets arriving at the celestial mansions and palaces that are capable of restraining them. When a star is in such a position, it is either of an improper color or appears obscure and unclear. It is like a person who cannot even save themselves, how could they have the strength to benefit others? Even if they have some merit, their power is insufficient. For example, the planet Jupiter and Purple Qi arriving at the golden palaces of Niu Jin Niu, Kangle Jinlong, Gui Jinyang, and Lou Jin gou, as well as the metal mansions of Chen and You; the planet Mars and Luo Hui arriving at the water palaces of Ji Shuibao, Bi Shuiyu, Can Shuiyuan, and Zhen Shuiyin, as well as the moon palaces of Wei Yueyan, Xin Yuehu, Zhang Yuelu, and Bi Yuewu, and the water mansions of Si, Shen, and Wei; the planet Saturn and Ji Du arriving at the wooden palaces of Dou, Jiao, Jing, and Kui, as well as the wooden mansions of Yin and Hai; the planet Venus arriving at the fire palaces of Wei, Shi, Yi, and Zi, as well as the fire mansions of Mao and Xu; and the planet Mercury and Yue Bo arriving at the earth palaces of Nu, Di, Liu, and Wei, as well as the earth mansions of Zi and Chou: all of these are considered to be under restraint.

若所用之星而緯於受制之度力，固不及或加凌克從而欺之辱尢甚也。或生我之星復傷本殿本垣之中者謂之表，裡遭傷其害重矣。當求救援之星乃危處求生之，象功歸於救之星也或救援之星，又居受制之度或遭凌犯，彼既已危何暇援人，又須求星救彼然後假力以救此也。若為害之星緯於受制之度反以為幸，謂彼既受辱而無復有凌人之勢也。切忌反有星以救彼危，有所恃其勢再蘇為害益甚矣。此言星主受度數之克垣者，指宮分言殿者指度數言。

If the star in question is precisely located in a degree that restrains it, its strength is already insufficient; and if other stars come to oppress and bully it, the humiliation it suffers becomes even greater. If even the star that nurtures me, the benevolent star, is also injured within its own palace and degree, this is called being harmed both internally and externally, which is extremely harmful. In such a case, one should seek out a rescue star, which is a sign of desperate survival. The merit should be attributed to the star that comes to rescue. However, if the rescue star itself is also located in a restrained degree or is similarly oppressed, it is already in a dangerous state, how can it have the strength to rescue others? Then one must first find a star to rescue it, and only then can one borrow its strength to rescue the original star. Conversely, if the harmful malevolent star is located in a restrained degree, it is actually a fortunate situation, because it has already suffered humiliation and no longer possesses the strength to oppress others. However, one must be cautious not to have another star come to rescue this malevolent star, for once it gains support and regains its strength, the harm it causes will be even greater. This passage discusses a star being restrained by the degree it occupies. The term 'yuan' refers to the palace, while 'dian' refers to the degree.

天道左旋七政右轉其相生相剋之情有君臣父子夫婦兄弟朋友之倫焉，其伏見疾遲留退之行有降。伏有凌犯有戰鬥有攻擊有救援有護衛之事，焉有昭然在於其上者，有隱然在於其下者，有攻彼而害，此者有損此而益彼者。有弱中之強者，有強中之弱者，彼此隱見強弱之中其機元微當隨機探索。

The heavenly bodies move from east to west in a leftward rotation, while the sun, moon, and five planets move from west to east in a rightward direction. Their relationships of mutual generation and mutual control are similar to the five fundamental human relationships of ruler and subject, father and son, husband and wife, brothers, and friends. Their appearances, disappearances, swift movements, slow movements, halts, and retreats also involve various situations such as subjugation, conflict, combat, attack, assistance, and protection. Some stars appear clearly high above, while others are hidden below. Sometimes an attack on another results in self-harm, while damage in one area benefits another. Some stars seem weak but contain hidden strength, while others seem strong but contain hidden weakness. Between these appearances, disappearances, strengths, and weaknesses, the subtle mechanisms are extremely intricate and require exploration according to circumstances.

顧其彼此察其本末，審其明晦，辨其強弱，搜其救援，求其資助以決其勝負，如土之受傷法當助金制木以救其土，所謂虛則補母實則瀉子扶弱抑強，此其法也。隨其立用而依法斷之則吉凶，得失貴賤榮枯昭然判矣。觀此統論數款，深有義理宜細詳之。

One must consider both sides, examine the beginning and the end, observe its brightness and darkness, distinguish its strength and weakness, search for stars that can rescue it, and seek forces that can support it. Based on this, one can determine victory or defeat. For example, if the planet Saturn is injured, according to the method, it should be helped by the planet Venus to release wood and control wood, thus saving Saturn. This is similar to what the medical practitioners say: "When there is deficiency, strengthen its mother; when there is excess, drain its child." Supporting the weak and restraining the strong is the method. Following the established useful god according to the rules, one can clearly discern fortune and misfortune, gain and loss, nobility and humility, prosperity and decline. Looking at the several points listed in this general discussion, they are full of meaning and should be carefully contemplated.

人之生也有命斯有身命，主既本於太陽則身主當繫於太陰，故以月離之度為身度主矣。蓋吾身之生得身度主星之元氣，故始誕之時月緯之度最為要緊，是以身主切於命主而身度主，尤切於身主也假如有同年同月隔日，同時有同年同月同日，異時者本日之星，其度則一推日時之異，月緯之度不同，即身寓之度不同也。

A person is born with a destiny, and with a destiny comes a body. Since the destiny is based on the sun, the body naturally relates to the moon. Therefore, the degree where the moon is located is taken as the 'body degree ruler'. When a person is born, they receive the vital energy of the body degree ruler star. Thus, the degree of the moon at the moment of birth is most important. Because of this, the body ruler is more crucial than the destiny ruler, and the body degree ruler is more crucial than the body ruler. For example, people born in the same year and month but separated by one day with the same hour, or those born in the same year, month, and day but different hours, have the same star positions on the day, but when calculating the difference in day and hour, the degree of the moon will differ, and thus the degree where the body resides will also differ.

或有同宿而異度者固無不同移時之間同，過其宿則不同者必矣。況一日有十三度之移，因此知身度當為尤重也。身度之宮自有貴賤，可分身宮所寓之度亦有賢愚之判，凡身度居身命財田官福妻妾遷移之宮者上也。如身度居兄弟子息奴僕疾厄相貌之，宮者次之，謂宮有高低之列於是乎有貴賤之分。

There are also cases where although two people are in the same mansion, their degrees differ, thus making them different in every aspect. Even if the time difference is not great and they are in the same mansion, once the moon has passed through that mansion, they will certainly differ. Moreover, within a single day, the moon moves thirteen degrees, so it is clear that the position of the body degree is especially important. The mansion where the body degree falls has distinctions of nobility and humility; the degree where the body mansion resides also has differences of wisdom and foolishness. Those whose body degree falls in the mansions of the native's destiny, body, wealth, property, officialdom, fortune virtue, spouse, and movement are considered superior; those whose body degree falls in the mansions of siblings, children, servants, illness, and appearance are considered secondary. This means that the mansions themselves have a hierarchy, and thus people are distinguished as noble or humble.

身度之主若升殿入垣不值侵凌之曜，更為救援資助星之勢。盛者必主光明正直，身有榮貴之象，若身主受制惟有餘氣代之，更有援星救之者猶可望其榮貴，或身主失度退留遲弱。又值凌犯之曜救之者怯必因之而流於下愚，福田由是而虧矣。

If the main star representing the person is able to ascend to the palace and enter the enclosure, and does not encounter stars that oppress it, and further receives assistance from stars that support and strengthen it, then its power will be strong, indicating that the person is upright and virtuous, and will achieve honor and prestige. If the main star is restrained, it can only rely on the 'residual energy' star to take its place, but if there are other assisting stars to rescue it, one can still hope for honor and prestige. However, if the main star loses its balance or moves in reverse and remains weak and sluggish, and is further attacked by oppressive stars, and the rescuing stars are weak, then the person will inevitably become a foolish and ignorant individual, and his fortune and land will also be lost.

若身主受制退留或遭凌犯，餘氣又弱略有星救者尚不與議損中求益也，大抵膺爵祿享榮華則在於身，故田財官福雖好身星落陷將何以承其福祿，使若得之亦不能長久矣。此專論身度主也，此謂太陰為身之度，主餘氣代之者如水為身度，主失陷得孛星高強者亦可代之援者救援也。

If the main star governing the body is restricted,retrograde and remains in a fixed position, or is attacked, and the "residual energy" star is weak, with only a little star power to rescue, then even the idea of gaining benefits from loss is not possible. Basically, whether one can receive titles and rewards, and live a prosperous life, depends entirely on the body palace. Therefore, even if the four palaces of fields, wealth, officialdom, and fortune virtue are all favorable, if the body star falls into a weak position, what can one use to receive such blessings? Even if one happens to obtain them, they cannot last long. This passage specifically discusses the main star of the body. The so-called main star of the body refers to the degree where the Moon's shadow (太阴) is located as the body's degree. The so-called "residual energy takes over" means, for example, if the water star is the main star of the body degree but the water star is in a weak position, if the "moon孛" is strong, it can take its place. The term "aid" means the act of rescuing.

身命之主能救助科星壽元，官福田財諸用星者為有益之主也。若欺凌科星壽元官福田財諸用星者無益主也。身命之主侵犯諸用星之宮殿或諸所用之星自失躔於身，命主星宮殿之中亦受害於身，命之主矣。

The body ruler and life ruler are called "beneficial rulers" if they can assist the stars of official rank, longevity, and the stars used in the sectors of official position, fortune virtue, fields and houses, and wealth. If they instead oppress these stars, they are called "useless rulers." If the body ruler or life ruler invade the palaces and halls where these used stars reside, or if these used stars lose their positions and fall into the palaces of the body ruler or life ruler, they will also be harmed by the body ruler and life ruler.

其間有益此而損彼者，有損此而益彼者損益之中，造化深長然有因之而損財益壽，益官者有因之而難進取者破敗飄蕩者招綿綿之訟者，有因之而孤傷離別者傷殘肢體者，遭刑戮之慘者傷官退職者置身荊棘之地者，不終天數者，此皆無益之主所致也。

In some cases, something beneficial to this side causes harm to the other, while in others, harm to this side brings benefit to the other. In the moments of gain and loss, the meaning of fate is extremely profound. Some people may lose wealth but gain longevity, rise in official rank, while others may find it difficult to advance, suffer losses and drift about, face continuous legal troubles, experience loneliness and separation, suffer physical injuries, face severe punishment, lose their positions and ranks, find themselves in dangerous and difficult situations, or be unable to live out their natural years. All these outcomes are caused by the influence of the 'unbeneficial ruler'.

凡身命二主自相剋者則不為忌，蓋身主不克命主也，如命在巳申月在子丑若水星與土星，同行則不忌其克。凡宮身與元守歲駕相沖，多主離祖孤克，凡命與身坐隔界及諸星宿初，末度或身命入奴宮，奴星入命，又如奴星拱夾身命俱偏生庶出也。此言身命二主兼看富貴貧賤壽夭賢愚禍福疾病，皆見身命度之所關係也。

When the ruler of the body and the ruler of the destiny mutually overcome each other, there is no need to be cautious, because the ruler of the body is not supposed to overcome the ruler of the destiny. For example, if the destiny palace is in Si or Shen and the Taiyin is in Zi or Chou, then when the water star and the earth star are together, there is no need to be cautious about the earth overcoming the water. Whenever the palace ruler, the body ruler, the original guardian star, and the annual palace conflict with each other, it often indicates leaving the ancestral profession, being lonely, and suffering from punishments and injuries. If the destiny palace and the body palace are located at the boundary of two palaces, or if they are in the first or last degrees of each star mansion, or if the body palace and destiny palace enter the servant palace, or if the servant palace ruler enters the destiny palace, or if the servant stars are on both sides supporting the body and destiny, then this person is likely to be a庶出 (illegitimate) son born from a concubine. This passage discusses the relationship between the body ruler and the destiny ruler, and also considers wealth and poverty, longevity and short life, wisdom and foolishness, misfortune and fortune, and illness, all of which depend on the relationship between the degrees of the body palace and the destiny palace.

財帛主星升殿入垣或守本宮或明盛，當天或救助之星勢盛照臨者可言其富，若財受制被克有救代者雖退，破之餘尤可與其再蓄。若財星益田主必多儲積增置，財星反克田宅者必因而破家也。財星救助官星者富益厚貴益隆，財星反犯官星者必因之而傷官祿或因之而起訟財星犯壽元，雖富足而不享天年財元退留受制無救者，其來有限所費無厭更值犯者強盛，恐無隔宿之留矣。有救代者尚可以望溫潤之象也。此專論財星財帛乃高強之宮喜，主星旺則生財矣。主星弱而受制者亦不生財矣。

The main star of the Wealth and Finance Palace, if it can ascend to the palace and enter the enclosure, or remain in its own palace, or shine brightly and brightly in the sky, or be supported by a helping star with strong power shining upon it, then this person is likely to be wealthy. If the wealth star is restrained or overcome, but there is another saving star or substitute star, although it may temporarily decline, the remaining wealth can still be accumulated again. If the wealth star can benefit the main star of the Field and Residence Palace, there will certainly be much accumulation and continuous acquisition of property. If the wealth star overcomes the Field and Residence Palace, it will certainly lead to the destruction of the family. If the wealth star supports the official star, wealth will become even more abundant and status will rise further. If the wealth star overcomes the official star, it will certainly cause harm to official position or lead to legal disputes. If the wealth star overcomes the longevity star, although wealth may be sufficient, the person will not live to a ripe old age. If the wealth star isretrograde (retreating), remains in place, is restrained, and has no saving force, income will be limited while expenses are excessive. If it is further attacked by a strong star, it is possible that even the money for one night cannot be kept. If there is a saving star or substitute star, one can still hope for a situation of just enough to live comfortably. This passage specifically discusses the wealth star. The Wealth and Finance Palace is originally a strong palace, which prefers a strong main star, as a strong main star can generate wealth; if the main star is weak and restrained, it cannot generate wealth.

兄弟主升殿入垣或守本宮，無干犯之曜有救助之星者，棣萼聯芳使宮主退留失躔或遭忌，星所破則隻影高飛有代之者，或異胞也有救之者，當可聚也兄弟之主益官益財益宅者，必因同氣之力而致富而致貴。若兄弟之主侵官侵財侵田宅者必因之以起爭端，或兄弟之主傷壽元者或因之而傷壽矣。兄弟之宮主星與各宮主不相剋者主兄弟相和，如唐元宗與五王長枕大衾而共宿建花萼相輝之樓而共樂怡怡如也。

The main star of the Brothers' House, if it is elevated into its proper palace and remains in its native house without being offended by other stars, and if there is a star that helps it, then the brothers will be like the twin flowers of the棠棣 plant, flourishing together. However, if the main star of the Brothers' House isretrograde and stays in its house, loses its position, or is broken by a forbidden star, then the person will be alone, leaving home and going far away. If there is a substitute star, the brothers are likely to be half-brothers. If there is a rescuing star, they will eventually reunite. If the main star of the Brothers' House can benefit the official star, wealth star, and property star, then the person will become rich and noble through the help of their siblings. If the main star of the Brothers' House harms the official star, wealth star, or property star, then disputes will arise from the brothers. If the main star of the Brothers' House injures the longevity star, it may also result in shortened lifespan due to the brothers. If the main star of the Brothers' House does not conflict with the main stars of other houses, then the brothers will be harmonious, like Emperor Xuanzong of the Tang Dynasty and his brother Ning Wang, who shared a long pillow and big quilt to sleep together, and built the 'Hua'e Xianghui Pavilion' to enjoy leisure together, showing mutual respect and affection, with great joy.

田宅主升殿入垣強旺或守，本宮或明盛照臨有救助者必見成基業，豐厚或退留失度受克。雖廣有田宅亦必破而後已有救，有代者當可復也。受制之餘無救無代者豈，惟離祖破敗更無興復之，時其間又有生於異室或移根換葉者亦由此以致之也。若田宅之主反侵官主者必因之而招訟，凡侵他宮之主隨其以斷之或流年宮主受制，或忌星侵犯宮殿之所亦必有傷離之咎，或服制之凶也。

If the main star of the Field and Residence sector is rising in its palace and strong, or if it remains in its native palace, or shines brightly and powerfully, and there is also a rescuing star, then the person will surely achieve success and have a prosperous family. If the main star isretrograde (retreating) and stays in its palace, or is out of harmony and suffers from being overcome, even though they may have extensive fields and residences, they will eventually suffer loss and ruin. However, if there is a rescuing star or a substitute star, they can still recover. If after being restricted there is neither a rescuing star nor a substitute star, then it is not only about leaving home and losing ancestral property, but also about never being able to restore it again. In such cases, those who are born in other rooms or who change their roots and establish a new household also result from this. If the main star of the Field and Residence sector invades the main star of the Official Star sector, it will surely bring about lawsuits. Any invasion of another sector's main star will be judged according to the invaded sector. If the main star of the flowing year's sector is restricted, or if a forbidden star invades the palace, there will surely be calamities such as casualties and separation, or the misfortune of mourning.

田宅為父母之宮，日月為父母之象，故論父母須合田宅日月而論之，如羅火犯太陽或難星剋日及帶劍鋒主先克父，如土侵太陰或難星克月及月帶劍鋒主克母，或日生以太陽落陰宮陰度父先亡，夜生以太陰落陽宮陽度母先亡，又田宅宮主受剋日生先克母，夜生先克父，此陰陽反背之義，背日傷父背月傷母也。以田宅為祖基，故以父母論之，且祖業乃父母之所授也。

The field and residence represent the parents' palace, and the sun and moon symbolize the parents' images. Therefore, when discussing the parents, one must consider both the field and residence palace along with the sun and moon. If Luo Hui or the fire star conflict with the sun, or if the difficult star overcomes the sun, or if the sun carries the 'sword edge' evil influence, it indicates the father's death first. If the earth star invades the moon, or if the difficult star overcomes the moon, or if the moon carries the sword edge evil influence, it indicates the mother's death first. For those born during the day, if the sun is in a yin palace and yin degree, it signifies the father's death first. For those born at night, if the moon is in a yang palace and yang degree, it signifies the mother's death first. Additionally, when the field and residence palace is attacked, those born during the day will first affect the mother, and those born at night will first affect the father. This is based on the principle of yin and yang reversal—departing from the sun harms the father, and departing from the moon harms the mother. Since the field and residence represent the ancestral foundation, it is appropriate to discuss it in terms of parents, as ancestral property was originally passed down by the parents.

男女主星升殿入垣無干犯之曜，有救助之星多育聰明榮貴之子，若餘氣明盛力勝子之主者又當育庶生之貴子也，或子星受制凌犯者盛，若有星救援尚可有之。以餘氣代之者異胞之子可也，子星留退受制無救代者，但望正室之生難矣。子星退留不及其數受制遭傷或只生女而已。

If the main star governing the children's palace is exalted and in its proper position without being offended by other stars, and there is a star that supports it, it is likely to have a clever and prosperous son. If the "residual energy" star is bright and strong, surpassing the main star of the children's palace, then a noble son from a secondary wife may be born. If the child star is restrained or attacked severely, but there is another star to rescue it, there can still be a son. However, if only the residual energy star can substitute, then the child is likely to be from a secondary wife. If the child star isretrograde (retrograde), stays in place, is restrained, and has no rescue or substitute, then expecting a son from the main wife is difficult. If the child star is retrograde and stays in place with insufficient degrees, and is restrained and injured, then only a daughter can be born.

子息之主救助，官星者因之而榮貴救助，田財者因之而起家而至富救助福壽元者因之而益福益壽救助，身命主星者必敬順之義。凡救助諸用星者為有益之子也，若子息之主侵凌田財者因之而破家，退耗侵凌官星者因而招訟傷官侵凌身，命壽元者有悖上之患及反噬之虞，值此者不仁不義不忠不孝於此見矣。凡雙生者男女宮及主星如在雙魚雙女人馬陰陽，四宮皆含雙意必主雙生或在雙生，立命亦在此四宮也。凡問男女之數只以水一火二木三金四土五取之，凡取只以寅申巳亥上取之。

The ruler of children's affairs, if it supports the official star, the person will gain honor and prestige through their children; if it supports the fields, property, and wealth, they will become prosperous and wealthy through their children; if it supports fortune and virtue, and longevity, they will gain more fortune and longer life through their children; if it supports the body star and the life star, the children will show respect and filial piety towards their parents. Any star that supports other stars is considered "beneficial children." Conversely, if the ruler of children's affairs harms the fields, property, and wealth, the family will be ruined and lose resources due to the children; if it harms the official star, there will be disputes and official troubles due to the children; if it harms the body star, life star, and longevity, there will be rebelliousness towards elders and even retaliation. In such a pattern, it is evident that one lacks benevolence, righteousness, loyalty, and filial piety. When judging twins, look at the children's palace and its ruling star: if it falls in the Double Fish, Double Female, Sagittarius, or Yin-Yang palace, which all contain the meaning of "double," it will certainly indicate twin births; or if the native's native palace is also in these four palaces. When asking about the number of children, use the numbers corresponding to water as one, fire as two, wood as three, metal as four, and earth as five; when determining the number, only take it from the寅, 申, 巳, and 亥 palaces.

奴僕主升殿入垣有救助者必多僕從，或主星或援星守宮得為力，若主星失度退留沉溺者，雖僕不可留也。宮主傷克身命及侵犯，財官之主非但不能聽，其驅策，又恐反有疾視之虞，或因之而傷官破財致禍，若侵妻妾主者又有難言之害也。

If the main star of the Servant's Palace is in its proper position and resides in its own domain, and there is also a star that comes to its aid, then this person will certainly have many servants. Whether it is the main star of the palace or an assisting star guarding this palace, they can gain the support of servants. However, if the main star is out of place,逆行, and remains in a fallen or trapped state, then even if there are servants, they will not be retained. If the main star of the Servant's Palace harms or conflicts with the Palace of the Body or the Palace of Destiny, or invades the main stars of Wealth and Officialdom, then not only will this person be unable to control the servants, but they may even face contempt from them, and possibly suffer from official troubles, financial loss, and bring about misfortunes. If it also invades the main star of the Palace of Wife and Concubine, there will be even more serious and hard-to-speak-of harms.

妻妾主星升殿入垣有救助之星照臨者必得貞順偕和之妻，餘氣盛者有美麗之妾也。妻星益助官星者必因之而貴，反犯官星者必因之而訟。妻星援助田宅者必因之而起，家反侵田宅者無益鄰官主者，貴妻星受制退留者或被忌星，凌宮殿之上者多主刑剋，彼此相敵庶可偕老。

If the main star of the wife's palace is elevated into its palace and supported by a rescuing star, one will surely marry a virtuous, gentle, and harmonious wife; if the star of residual energy is strong, there will also be a beautiful concubine. If the wife star supports the official star, the person will achieve status through marriage; conversely, if it conflicts with the official star, there will be legal disputes due to the wife. If the wife star supports the field and residence star, the person will prosper through the wife; conversely, if it conflicts with the field and residence star, there will be no benefit; if it can assist the nearby official star, it still indicates prosperity. If the wife star is restrained,retrograde, or stays in place, or is oppressed by an inauspicious star in the palace, it often leads to marital discord; if both stars are evenly matched, they may live happily together until old age.

餘氣力勝代之必主再婚無力代之，或娼或妾或再醮之婦繼之也，若無救代之星終於不娶而已矣。此宮得吉星又得扶救之星，而宮主得其正垣無克犯者主夫妻如琴瑟之和，賢如孟光者。

If the star of residual energy is strong enough to overcome the main star and takes its place, it will surely indicate a remarriage. If the residual energy is not strong enough to replace the main star, then the second wife will either be a woman from a brothel, a concubine, or a woman who has been previously married. If there is neither a rescuing star nor a replacing star, then ultimately one will not marry at all. If this palace receives auspicious stars and also gets supporting and rescuing stars, and the palace ruler is in its own proper position without being attacked or harmed, then it indicates harmony between husband and wife, like the harmony of zithers and guqin, and the wife is virtuous, like Meng Guang who carried the tray on the same level as the husband's dining table.

疾厄主星明盛則主無疾，若受制退留或遭凌犯則主多病其疾症類，隨煞所主如木氣屬肝膽及頭目筋脈逢金克，則主肝氣風邪目疾或因木傷如火羅，屬心與小腸及諸血逢水孛，則主寒熱心痛舌病酒痔失血無髮，或因火焚土計屬脾胃及四肢逢木氣，則主胃弱脾傷皮腫唇烈或因疫死。

The main star of the Ji'E Palace is bright and strong, indicating a lifetime free from illness. If it is restrained,retrograde, or guarded by other stars, or if it is attacked by malevolent influences, it indicates frequent illness, and the type of illness depends on the nature of the malevolent stars. For example, Jupiter and ZiQi are associated with the liver and gallbladder, and also with the head, eyes, and tendons. If the star of metal comes to conquer them, it indicates liver qi stagnation, invasion of wind evil, eye diseases, or injury from wooden objects. Mars and LuoHou are associated with the heart and small intestine, and also with the blood vessels throughout the body. If they encounter the star of water or YueBo, it indicates alternating chills and fever, heart pain, tongue disorders, hemorrhoids after drinking alcohol, blood loss, hair loss, or death from fire. The star of earth and JiDu are associated with the spleen and stomach and the limbs. If they encounter Jupiter or ZiQi, it indicates weak stomach, injured spleen, swollen skin, cracked lips, or death from an epidemic.

金屬肺與大腸及胃氣逢火羅則主瘵癆肺熱咳嗽鼻塞，或因刃死水孛屬腰腎膀胱及下部，逢土計則主腎虛血濁耳聾，或因溺死日月主眼目，或日月逢蝕或，煞犯日月皆主失明。若疾厄主星所臨與的刃煞居之，主帶疾破相有救援者輕無救援者，重或疾厄之主侵凌，身命者必犯刑憲侵制壽元者，必因疾以盡天年。此論俱與八十一難，經意義相同但日月木火土金水與人之五臟，相符合主病症亦如是也。

The planet Venus governs the lungs and large intestine, and also relates to the stomach. If it meets the planet Mars or Rahu, it indicates consumption, lung heat, coughing, nasal obstruction, or death by a blade. The planet Water and the planet Yuebo govern the waist, kidneys, bladder, and lower body. If they meet the planet Earth or Jiudu, it indicates kidney deficiency, blood stagnation, deafness, or drowning death. The planets Sun and Moon govern the eyes and vision. If the Sun and Moon are exactly eclipsed, or if malevolent stars conflict with the Sun and Moon, it indicates blindness. If the planet governing the illness and affliction palace is located in a place where the planet "De Sha" and the Yang Blade are also present, it indicates illness and physical deformity; if there is assistance, the illness is mild, but if there is no assistance, the illness is severe. If the planet governing illness and affliction invades the body palace and the life palace, the person will certainly break the law. If it invades and controls the planet governing longevity, it will certainly result in death due to illness. These discussions are consistent with the meaning of the eighty-first difficulty in the "Nanjing," but they match the five internal organs of humans with the seven planets—Sun, Moon, Wood, Fire, Earth, Metal, and Water—and determine the diseases based on this correspondence.

遷移主得度無凌又救援力盛者必膺順動之榮，或宮主受制退留遲弱行有沬趄難求，利達或身命主居遷移或遷移，遇身命主或身命被遷移驛馬照破及驛馬入遷移之，位必主平生作事進退非出祖過房必移根，換葉或為萍梗之客。凡看遷移主星近君位則主在京畿，或東或西或南或北或遠或，近隨祿馬所向之宮斷之。

If the ruler of the Migration Palace is in a favorable position, not attacked or harmed, and has a strong supporting star, the person will be able to move smoothly and achieve honor and success. However, if the ruler of the Migration Palace is restricted,retrograde and weak, then going out will be difficult and hard to achieve success. Also, if the body star or life star falls into the Migration Palace, or if the ruler of the Migration Palace meets the body star or life star, or if the body palace or life palace is pierced by theThe Post-horse of the Migration Palace, or if theThe Post-horse enters the position of the Migration Palace, it indicates that the person's affairs will be fluctuating, either leaving the original family and being adopted by another surname, or changing the root and establishing a new household, or otherwise being like a floating water plant and broken reed, living in different places. When examining the main star of the Migration Palace, if it is close to the king's position, the person will be in the capital area. As for the direction, east, west, south, or north, and whether it is far or near, it is determined by the position indicated by theThe Lu Spirit andThe Post-horse.

官祿主星升殿入垣明盛，當天有救護而無於犯。餘曜並強者必獲穹窿之貴也。援星明者著威盛者秉節鉞威嚴之權援星，依日月之光者有鵷班禁侍之榮，察官主餘氣之力審援星表裡之勢，以定品位之高下也。

If the main star of the official position palace is elevated to the palace and shines brightly, shining high in the sky with protection and no one daring to offend, and all other stars are also strong, then the person will certainly achieve the highest status and prestige. If the supporting stars are bright, their reputation will be prominent; if the supporting stars are strong, they can wield great authority like holding the military seal and the decree. If the supporting stars are accompanied by the light of the sun and moon, they will have the honor of being in the court and serving in the inner palace. One must examine the strength of the main star of the official position and the "residual energy" stars, and observe the situation of the supporting stars whether they are on the surface or inside, and thus determine the level of official rank.

若援星之上更有援星尤佳，使官主失度退留又遭凌犯卻得援星，重重併力救之及有餘氣代者當於援星。得志之地大見榮顯，若救援之星亦自虧損又無外護之曜，則難求榮進或援星宛轉救之尚可，如又無代用之星更凌犯之曜，有黨雖於滎地不免履冰之凶矣。蓋官星力盛則貴不盛，則賤更詳日月強盛以斷之。

If there are additional supporting stars above the original ones, that would be even better. Suppose the official star is out of balance, movingretrograde, and is attacked by other stars, but it receives support from layers of supporting stars, and there is a star called 'Yu Qi' that replaces it, then one should expect great success and prominence during the period when the supporting stars are strong. If the supporting stars themselves are weak and there are no protective stars outside, it will be difficult to achieve promotion or advancement; however, if the supporting stars can still help each other, there is still hope. If there are no substitute stars and the attacking stars form a group, then even if one is in a prominent position, one is bound to face dangerous situations like walking on thin ice. In summary, if the official star is strong, one will be esteemed; if not, one will be of low status. It is also necessary to consider the strength of the sun and moon to make a judgment.

凡官星如損所用之星則為不吉，若克田財必由此以破家傷財，克科星反因此以難第克子息主必因之而絕後。克兄弟主必因之而傷手足，傷福元必因之而虧福制壽元，反因之而傷天年也。如益所用之星方為吉論救助，科名必因之而正奏救助，田財必因之而置產儲蓄救助，福壽必因之而享福益算救助，子息及兄弟者必因之而益後裔益祖氣也，損益之中其理得矣。官祿本高強之宮宜福祿壽元居之，則為顯宦如受剋制，則居下品惡煞克之主遭刑不善。

If the official star is damaged, it is considered inauspicious. If it harms the star representing land, property, and wealth, the family will suffer financial loss and ruin. If it harms the star related to academic success, it will make it difficult to achieve official rank. If it harms the star governing children, it will lead to the extinction of descendants. If it harms the star representing siblings, it will cause discord among brothers and sisters. If it harms the fundamental fortune and virtue, it will result in the loss of blessings. If it controls the star of longevity, it will shorten one's lifespan. Conversely, if the official star supports the useful star, it is considered auspicious. If it supports academic success, it will lead to official recognition and promotion. If it supports land, property, and wealth, it will result in acquiring property and saving money. If it supports fortune and longevity, it will bring happiness and extended life. If it supports children and siblings, it will result in benefiting descendants and enhancing the family's lineage. The difference between harm and benefit lies in these principles. The official position is a strong palace, and if it is occupied by the star of fortune, the star of official rank, and the star of longevity, it indicates a prominent official. If it is restrained, one can only hold a lower rank. If it is harmed by malevolent stars, it may lead to punishment and an unfortunate end.

福德主星盛者福厚弱者福淺身，居上而無福者有之有福，而居下者未之有也。福元升殿入垣救助之星明盛守照必膺，莫大之福。如福元失度退留或遭忌凌，犯則無純粹之福矣。或身為貴人，因此不享朦朧之福者有之，如人居簾幕高堂之內，因此不享安恬之。福者亦有之有星救代者，尚可言福若官福身命之主俱虧，又無救代之星不惟難言，其福又恐因此而流下矣。德者福之基也，福者人之德也，猶人心之所生。苟若不行善不積德雖有福而無福，誠使行善而修德，雖無福而有福也，故云福德。

The main star of the Fude Palace, when strong, brings great fortune; when weak, brings little fortune. There are those who hold high positions yet lack fortune, but there are also those who are in humble positions yet possess deep fortune. If the origin of Fude is elevated and enters the palace, and there are stars that illuminate and protect it, then the person will surely receive great fortune. However, if the origin of Fude is misplaced,retrograde, or guarded by forbidden stars, then there will be no pure and complete fortune. Some people, though in high positions, cannot enjoy the subtle and peaceful fortune; others, living in luxurious mansions, cannot enjoy the tranquil fortune. If there are stars to save or substitute, then fortune can still be considered. But if the official position, Fude, and the ruler of the body and destiny all suffer losses, and there are no saving or substituting stars, then not only is fortune difficult to obtain, but one may even fall into a lower status. Virtue is the foundation of fortune, and fortune is what a person's virtue attracts. Both arise from the human heart. If one does not do good deeds or accumulate virtue, even with fortune, it is as if there is none; if one truly does good and cultivates virtue, even without fortune, one will eventually have it. Therefore, they are combined into the term 'Fude'.

相貌宮分居諸宮之末，以天宮論之反為諸宮之首也。宮主得度明盛有救助之星，必賦清秀之質，若宮主受制退留凌犯強盛又無救援之星者，容儀必不美也。已上十二宮星辰並皆要，吊起飛來橫沖直撞挨官，查度逐宮認論。故曰：明見不如暗見，明拱不如暗拱是也。十二宮之論皆以宮主度主而論吉，曜則吉凶，曜則凶但以生者助者為吉，救援者次之，其於克者並空的亡劫者皆凶也。

The Palace of Appearance is positioned last among the twelve palaces, but if we consider the order of the heavenly palaces, it is actually the first among them. If the ruler of the Palace of Appearance is well placed, bright and strong, and has a rescuing star, the person will have a clear and handsome appearance. However, if the ruler of the Palace of Appearance is restrained,retrograde, or stays in the palace, and if the stars that harm it are strong without any rescuing stars, then the person's appearance will certainly not be good. For all the stars in the twelve palaces, they should all be lifted up to see which ones are forcefully moving, checking their positions and degrees, and carefully examining each palace. Therefore, it is said that meeting in the open is not as good as meeting in the hidden, and open support is not as good as hidden support. The method of judging the twelve palaces is based on the ruler of the palace and the ruler of the degree: encountering auspicious stars brings auspiciousness, and encountering malevolent stars brings malevolence. Generally, those that generate me or assist me are considered auspicious, those that come to rescue are next, while those that harm me, as well as empty void, killing stars, lost spirit, and jiesha, are all considered malevolent.

夫木者東方青帝之神，庖羲氏執規司事。故曰：木為仁，仁者生，生者圓所謂規行生泰之權，持華秀麗之令。萬物非時不生，觀星非時不驗，因其時令察其盛，衰則禍福輕重自有稱量於其間矣。

Wood is the spirit of the Eastern Lord of Spring, and in ancient times, the sage Paoxi held a compass and was in charge of this domain. Therefore, Wood represents "Ren" (benevolence); Ren is about nurturing and fostering life. The virtue of nurturing is round and harmonious, which refers to using the principles of the compass and square to regulate growth and ensure peace, and to command the flourishing and beauty of things. All things will not sprout without the proper season, and the observation of stars will not be fulfilled out of season. By following the appropriate season and examining the rise and decline of stars, one can naturally discern the lightness or severity of fortune and misfortune.

春令之木漸有生長之象，孟春之時猶有微寒未退，借火羅以溫其枝，則木無盤屈之拘當有舒泰之美。如木與太陽同宮名為向陽花木，必然早佔鰲頭富貴之人也。設使水孛相逢則根損，枝枯不能華茂。春末夏初之木有枝有蔓有條有干，多見金而發福，金能琢削其木有棟樑之材。經曰：木繁而無金。琢削縱榮華而末歲孤窮。

In spring, the wood gradually shows signs of growth. During the early spring, there is still a trace of cold remaining, so it needs the warmth of the fire star and Rahu to warm the branches, so that the wood does not curl and become restricted, but can instead stretch and flourish. If the wood star is in the same palace as the sun, it is called "sun-facing flowers and trees," and such a person is sure to achieve success early in life and become wealthy. However, if it meets the water star and the moon孛, the roots of the wood will be damaged and the branches will wither and dry up, failing to produce abundant flowers. By the end of spring and the beginning of summer, the wood already has branches and vines, and is well structured. In such cases, seeing the metal star is actually beneficial, because metal can cut and shape the wood, making it into a fine piece of timber. The classic text says: although wood may be flourishing, if there is no metal to cut and shape it, even if it is prosperous for a time, in old age it will inevitably end in loneliness and poverty.

夏令之木根燥葉干盤而且直屈而已，伸喜水孛濟潤而無枯槁，甦醒欣欣生意榮華之人。凡草木皆托春生而夏長也，當此之時物皆茂盛而華也，雖秉火令而行水度則有生，生不絕而化，化無窮矣，必要消詳強弱以斷之。夏末秋初之木斯時氣脈虛矣，晝生忌躔四火之度。又不宜與太陽交互，蓋是日烈木焦不足論也。晝生木躔四水之度而與太陽交光，此是上下濟潤不可以木焦日烈而論，乃水之秀麗，枝葉繁茂，精神富貴，九月寒露之邊遇火羅助自能變化。

In summer, the roots of wood become dry and the leaves wither; those that were originally twisted remain twisted, and those that were straight can only stretchwith difficulty. The most favorable are the stars of water and the moon's shadow, which moisten and nourish the wood, preventing it from withering and allowing it to revive and flourish, indicating a prosperous life for the person. All plants rely on spring for sprouting and summer for growth, at which time all things are flourishing and blooming. Although fire is dominant in summer, as long as the influence reaches the water degree, there is still vitality, ensuring continuous life and endless transformation. However, one must carefully assess the strength and weakness to judge. Wood in late summer and early autumn has already become hollow and weak. Those born during the day should avoid being in the "four fire" degrees, and should not be in conjunction with the sun, because the intense heat will scorch the wood, making it useless. However, if born during the day and the wood is in the "four water" degrees, and also in conjunction with the sun, this indicates that there is sunlight above and water below, so it cannot be judged by the scorched wood and intense heat, but rather by the beautiful water, lush branches and leaves, full spirit and prosperity. If, around the time of the autumn frost and dew, it meets the fire star and the planet RuoHou, it will naturally bring about new changes.

冬令之木斯時萬物蕭疏如晝生與太陽交光謂之日，邊紅杏布佔先魁遇此造化，豈不美哉。兼能有干文才清高如日生，遇火羅謂之寒谷，回春富貴雙全如無太陽火羅。同宮得生巳午未之時，借日光霽冰霜凍解，猶可舒暢或木躔四火之度又與太陽交輝可作十全之福也，如遇夜生木躔四土之度，又逢水孛凍折窮之極矣。

In winter, the wood is weak, and all things are withered. If someone is born during the day and meets the sun, it is called "Red Apricot by the Sun," indicating success in exams and taking the lead, which is a wonderful fate. Such people also possess talent and have refined literary ability. If someone is born during the day but meets the fire star and Rahu, it is called "Spring Returning to a Cold Valley," indicating both wealth and honor. If there is no sun or fire star in the same palace, but the person is born during the hours of Si, Wu, or Wei, the sunlight can melt the ice and frost, allowing for some relief and comfort. Alternatively, if the wood is in the "Four Fire" degrees and meets the sun, it is considered a complete blessing. However, if someone is born at night, and the wood is in the "Four Earth" degrees, meeting the water star and the moon孛, then the wood will be frozen and withered, leading to extreme poverty.

夫火者南方赤帝之神，神農氏執衡司事。故曰：火為禮，禮者齊齊者平也。所謂衡行炎陽之令，主成齊之權。春令之火正二月之時寒氣未消，最喜火羅木氣互度見太陰，夜生光彩文武富貴。火本酷烈，逢木慈仁以善化惡，以剛制柔，剛柔相濟貴而能決。

Fire represents the spirit of the Red Emperor of the South. In ancient times, the Divine Farmer held a scale and governed this domain. Therefore, fire symbolizes "ritual" (li). Ritual lies in order, and order means balance, which refers to using the scale to regulate the sun's movement and to exercise authority in achieving order. The fire of spring, during the first and second months, still has lingering cold, and it most favors the conjunction of the planet Mars, Rahu, the planet Jupiter, and the Purple Qi, along with the Moon. Those born at night under such an alignment shine brightly, indicating literary and military success and wealth. By nature, fire is fierce, but when it meets the kindness of wood, it can transform evil into good and control softness with firmness. The balance of firmness and softness allows for both honor and decisive action.

威福權衡春末夏初之際，火入水宮水入火地名為桃花滾浪，水暖花紅名利雙清，但火不宜與水孛同行謂之，受克逢土有救能破水，孛之氣名曰：子來救母，祿自豐盈見金。為黨鬼獨火之氣脈虛也。

Such a person possesses both authority and fortune, capable of wielding power and judgment. In the late spring and early summer, when the planet Mars enters the water domain and the planet Venus enters the fire land, it is called "Taohua Gunlang" (Flowers Rolling with Waves). The water warms and the flowers bloom red, resulting in clear and commendable fame and wealth. However, fire should not be accompanied by the planet Venus or the planet Yuebo (Moon孛), which is called "Shou Ke" (Being Overcome). If the planet Saturn appears at this time, it brings salvation, as earth can break the influence of water and Yuebo, called "Zi Lai Jiu Mu" (Son Comes to Save the Mother), leading naturally to abundant official positions and wealth. If the planet Jupiter appears, it will generate water and join forces with water, leaving the planet Mars isolated and unsupported, thus weakening its vitality.

夏末秋初之火斯，時秋陽杲杲借水以濟其盛乃剛，柔變化最不宜與木氣同照。火羅朝拱太陽無水濟潤迎照度限萬物摧枯，一陷千丈如有一水貫日一孛濟火為之淋漓，普濟蒼生萬物蘇茂精神宛轉富貴。經云：火焰而無水淘溶縱發。而早年夭折又有先見火日，後見水孛，此謂之久旱干焦稿苗得雨，先主艱難而後快活。又有先見水孛後見火日，謂之久雨逢晴先主快活而後艱辛。

In the late summer and early autumn, the fire is still intense, so it needs water to moderate its strength, thus achieving a balance between hardness and softness. It is most unsuitable for the planet Mars and Purple Qi to appear together. If Mars and RuoHou gather around the Sun without water to moisten, once they meet the degree of the current limit, all things will wither and collapse, leading to a sudden and severe decline. However, if a water planet passes through the Sun and the Moon's ghost regulates the fire, making the heavens and earth thoroughly moistened, then all people will be saved, and all things will revive, with spirit flowing smoothly and leading to wealth and honor. The classic says: if the fire is intense without water to wash and melt it, even if there is temporary success, it will result in early death. There are also cases where Mars and the Sun appear first, followed by the water planet and the Moon's ghost, which is like drought-stricken crops receiving rain, first difficult then joyful. There are also cases where the water planet and the Moon's ghost appear first, followed by Mars and the Sun, which is like after prolonged rain, the sky clears up, first joyful then difficult.

冬令之火斯時黑帝司權水德用事而火失，時最喜木氣相扶。若夜火貫日加以祿印爵貴佐之，反能富貴名揚天下之人也。其火最忌水孛土計羅?交互，火之氣脈虛矣。如有一木飛來洩水之氣助火出色，所謂水生木、木生火，命脈健矣。此乃精神轉運合為貴論。

In winter, fire is out of its proper season, as the Northern Black Emperor rules and the water element is dominant. Fire is weak at this time and most favorable when assisted by the planet of wood and the Purple Qi. If someone is born at night and the fire planet shines brightly, and further supported by the Lu Spirit, the Seal, the爵 star, and the Nobleman, they may achieve wealth and honor, becoming a famous person known throughout the land. Winter fire most fears the water planet, the Moon孛, the earth planet, the Ji Du, and the Luo Hui, as their mutual interactions weaken the fire's energy. If at this time a planet of wood comes to remove the water's influence and support the fire, it aligns with the principle of water nurturing wood and wood nurturing fire, thus strengthening the destiny. This is called the spirit flowing smoothly and cyclically, conforming to the noble destiny.

夫土者中央黃帝之神，軒轅氏執繩司事。故曰：土為信信者、誠誠者直所謂繩，居五行之中負載養育之權。春令之土晝生與太陽交會，蓋是陽和一點天地皆春，若有官令祿印爵魁佐之，主守成富貴夜生最喜火照土。德朝拱太陽，蓋火土俱名精彩代日行權，用事北方生者一人之下，萬人之上忠臣良將。

Earth is associated with the Yellow Emperor, the ancient ruler who held the measuring rope and governed this domain. Therefore, earth represents "trust"; trust is sincerity, and sincerity is uprightness, which is the meaning of using a measuring rope to straighten things. Earth is in the center of the Five Phases and holds the power to support and nourish all things. Spring earth is born during the day and meets the sun; when a bit of yang energy arrives, the heavens and earth become spring-like. If further assisted by official stars, commanding stars, the Lu Spirit, seals, titles, and the leading star, one can maintain success and enjoy wealth and honor. Those born at night most favor the presence of the fire star. Earth's virtue gathers around the sun in the morning, as fire and earth are both called "lustrous," and can take the place of the sun in exercising authority. Those born in the north who possess this quality can hold a position below the supreme ruler yet above all others, becoming loyal ministers and outstanding generals.

土有生萬物之功，其德至大故得陽數五三才，五行皆不可失。春初生者土計不宜與水孛交會謂之泥逢泛滑如土躔，四水之度又逢水孛，春末夏初生者謂之土陷山崩皆非好格，蓋四五月間洪水滔天斯時土之氣脈虛矣。

Earth has the function of nurturing all things and possesses great virtue, so it is paired with the yang number five. The three categories of heaven, earth, and humanity, as well as the five elements of metal, wood, water, fire, and earth, cannot do without earth. Those born in early spring should avoid the conjunction of the earth star and Ji star with the water star and Yuebo, which is called "mud meeting flood and sliding." If the earth is located in the degree of the four waters and meets the water star and Yuebo, and the person is born in late spring or early summer, it is called "earth陷mountain collapse," which are not good patterns. This is because in the months of April and May, there is great flooding, and at this time the energy of earth is most weak.

夏令之土最喜水孛，若得同宮以潤土之精神，斯時也萬物長養結實。遇水發生清源可愛富貴無言。夏末初秋之土不宜與羅火交會謂之火燥，土烈無水孛濟潤萬物摧枯，一落千丈晝生土與太陽交輝亦為日烈土焦，如逢水孛。此謂上生下潤土之精彩，萬物秀麗大降吉祥。冬令之土最喜日溫，自能變化。夜生木氣火羅佐助土之精神，光彩朝拱太陽皆主文武富貴，倘與水孛同躔極主貧寒，若得一木飛來洩水之氣而又遇火飛來，合度此謂精神展轉為妙。

In summer, earth most desires the planet Water and the star Moon孛. If they share the same palace, they can moisten the spirit of earth, allowing all things to grow and bear fruit. When water appears, the source is clear and lovely, and wealth and honor naturally follow. However, earth in early autumn should not meet with the stars LuoHou and Fire. This is called "fire dry and earth fierce," and without Water and Moon孛 to moisten, all things wither and decline rapidly. If born in the day and earth meets the sun, it is similarly "sun fierce and earth scorched." At this time, if Water and Moon孛 appear, it means the sun rises above and water moistens below, revealing the brilliance of earth, making all things beautiful and bringing great auspiciousness. In winter, earth most desires the sun to warm it, naturally allowing it to change and develop. If born at night and earth is assisted by the planet Wood, Purple Qi, Fire, and LuoHou, their brilliance surrounds the sun, indicating both literary and military wealth and honor. If earth meets with Water and Moon孛, it is extremely indicative of poverty. However, if a planet Wood appears to release the water's energy and a planet Fire appears to harmonize with it, this is called the spirit circulating smoothly, which is the most marvelous.

夫金者西方白帝之神，金天氏執矩司令。故曰：金為義，義者成，成者方所謂矩行收斂之。令主肅殺之權，春令之金不怕火，羅借火羅以溫助，謂之鍊金成器。變化氣質不宜與水孛同行，春初生者凝互寒凍未退，無火日溫之極主貧寒。春月之金性柔體弱夏令之金不宜生水，就賴水以制其剛，爍石逢源主利名顯達。夏令羅火何以相逢，冬月如斯自能發福。

Gold represents the God of the White Emperor of the West, and in ancient times, the Jin Tian Shi held a square measure and a compass to issue commands. Therefore, gold symbolizes "righteousness"; righteousness lies in accomplishment, and the virtue of accomplishment is square and upright, which is precisely the meaning of using a square measure and compass to regulate and restrain, and to wield the power of severity. In spring, gold is not afraid of fire, but rather needs the warmth of the fire star and Luo Hui to nurture and assist it, called "refining gold into objects," which can transform its nature; however, it is not suitable to be accompanied by the water star and Yue Bo. Those born at the beginning of spring still have frozen and condensed energy not yet dispelled, and if there is no warmth from the fire star or the sun, they will suffer extreme poverty. In spring, the nature of gold is soft and weak. In summer, gold should not be used to generate water, but rather needs water to temper its fierce nature; gold can melt stones and meets water sources, indicating fame and fortune. In the middle of summer, if Luo Hui and the fire star meet, it is like in the month of winter, naturally able to bring blessings.

秋令之金乃白帝司權，金神用事不怕火羅而克不喜土，計而生借水映色正此謂也。金白水清最喜秋，生者貴若金，水朝拱太陽最為奇特。經曰：金堅而無火，鍛鍊終見兇頑。蓋火尚殺伐水尚澄清，文武皆沾剛柔相濟名揚四海。

In the autumn season, the metal element is in its prime, ruled by the White Emperor and the Metal God. At this time, it is not afraid of the火星 (Mars) or 罗睺 (Rohu) coming to overcome it, but it does not like the 土星 (Saturn) or 计都 (Jidu) coming to generate it. Instead, it desires to borrow the clarity of water to reflect its own brilliance — the phrase "gold and white water are clear" refers precisely to this. Therefore, those born in autumn are most favored by this condition; if the planet of metal and the planet of water both pay homage to the sun, it is even more extraordinary. The classic text says: although metal is hard, without fire to temper it, it will remain a fierce and unruly object. Because fire is associated with killing and warfare, and water is associated with clarity and purification, both the literary and military paths can be connected to them. With the balance of strength and flexibility, one can achieve fame throughout the land.

用金之論木，盛則金鈍而費力，土盛則金埋而少光輝，水盛則體寒，火盛則體鋾鎔，金盛則太剛而折只以四時論之，得中和為貴。冬令之金斯時寒凝凍結，晝喜日光而溫之，夜喜火羅而照之，定主文職蒙恩不宜與水孛交互。極主貧寒水冷故也，最妙晝土逢陽以溫其土可助其金，主威武之職，又逢火羅拱互降祥，正所謂金羅相會閫外司權。

The method of using metal also depends on the number of other stars: if wood is too strong, metal becomes dull and requires more effort; if earth is too strong, metal is buried and lacks luster; if water is too strong, metal becomes cold; if fire is too strong, metal melts; if metal itself is too strong, it becomes overly rigid and prone to breaking. Everything should be considered according to the four seasons, seeking balance and harmony. In winter, metal is frozen by the cold, so those born during the day benefit from the sun to warm it, and those born at night benefit from the planet Mars and Rahu to illuminate it. Such individuals are destined for official positions and receive favor. It is not advisable for metal to interact with the planet Water and the Moon孛, as this leads to poverty, because water is too cold. The best situation is when someone is born during the day and the planet Earth is accompanied by the sun; the sun warms the earth, which in turn supports metal. Such a person holds a powerful position. If Mars and Rahu also appear together, it brings great blessings, as it is said, "The meeting of gold and Rahu brings authority outside the court," meaning the person can hold military power outside the palace.