Yimao day, seventh arrangement, dry branch on Xu

課體：反吟，無依，龍戰，三交。課義：交互反吟，卯虎酉螣，夜占夏令，火燭驚心。解曰：辰與酉合，卯與戌合，非交互乎。辰與戌沖，卯與酉沖，非反吟乎。合中有沖，沖中有合，則又交互而反吟矣。以夜占言之，卯乘白虎，酉乘螣蛇，將克其神，則凶咎難免。以夏占言之，酉為火鬼，蛇為火妖，神克其宅，則火燭可憂也。

The four categories of lesson patterns are: reverse chant, without reliance, "dragon battle" which refers to the meaning of the line "dragon battles in the fields" from the sixth line of the upper trigram in the Book of Changes, indicating the combination of卯 and酉 and the struggle between yin and yang; and "three intersections" which refers to all three transmissions falling on the four central positions of子, 午, 卯, and 酉, intertwining with each other. The lesson meaning says: there is both mutual combination and opposition in reverse chant; White Tiger is on卯, Teng Snake is on酉; if the lesson is cast at night in summer, one should be worried about fire and candle disasters. The explanation says: 辰 combines with酉, 卯 combines with戌, this is not mutual combination?; 辰 and戌 oppose each other, 卯 and酉 oppose each other, this is not reverse chant? Combined opposition and opposing combination, so it is both mutual combination and reverse chant. For lessons cast at night, White Tiger is on卯, White Tiger belongs to metal and can overcome卯 wood; Teng Snake is on酉, Teng Snake belongs to fire and can overcome酉 metal: the heavenly generals are all overcoming the deities they are on, misfortune is inevitable. For lessons cast in summer, summer fire is dominant,酉 metal is overcome by fire and becomes fire ghost, Teng Snake is also a demon in fire, these deities overcome the dwelling position, so fire and candle disasters are worth worrying about.

斷曰：反吟無依之卦，四仲相加，卯酉為用，格合龍戰，亦名三交。交車合中，皆藏沖害，反覆阻礙，成敗相仍。家匿陰私，身心惶惑，孟速不達，孟罷不能。君子循循守分，難中見易；小人汲汲妄求，無平不陂也。

The interpretation states: This is a卦 with reverse chant, lacking support, where the four middle deities interact with each other. Taking the卯 and酉 as initiating transmissions, the pattern matches the dragon battle, also known as three intersections. Within the mutual combinations, there are hidden conflicts and harms, causing matters to be obstructed repeatedly, alternating between success and failure. There is hidden private affection within the household, causing mental and physical unease; wanting to act quickly is not possible, and wanting to stop is also impossible. The virtuous person remains content with their position and proceeds step by step, thus being able to see the easy in the difficult. The petty person, however, urgently seeks what is not deserved, fulfilling the saying from the Book of Changes, "There is no level ground without slope," meaning there is no path without its ups and downs.

天時：忽晴忽雨。家宅：主家匿罪人，夏占防火災。功名：得失反覆，危而不安。求財：恐招是非。婚姻：不成。胎產：動而不安。疾病：主心忡痁瘧，又主有兩症。失脫：遠追可獲。爭訟：結者易解，息者復興。出行：出而復返。行人：來而復去。捕獲：晝占在西，夜占在北。兵戰：來往紛紜。

Questioning about the weather: it will be suddenly clear then suddenly rainy. Questioning about the household: there is someone hiding in the house who has committed a crime, and in summer there will be a fire. Questioning about official rank: you will gain it then lose it, repeatedly changing, in a dangerous and unstable situation. Questioning about seeking wealth: you may bring about trouble. Questioning about marriage: it will not succeed. Questioning about pregnancy: the fetal energy is unstable. Questioning about illness: it indicates palpitations and malaria, and both diseases will occur together. Questioning about lost items: you can retrieve them after searching far away. Questioning about lawsuits: those already settled may be resolved again, and those already calmed may rise again. Questioning about travel: you will leave then return. Questioning about a traveler: he will come then leave. Questioning about capturing a criminal: if it is day, the criminal is in the west; if it is night, the criminal is in the north. Questioning about warfare: both sides will come and go, in a confused and uncertain state.

畢法云：彼此猜忌害相隨，合中犯煞蜜中砒。課經云：卯酉卯反吟，占家宅門戶道路事，遇凶將主損失，雖動無益，有重重驚惱。袖中金云：卯酉乘合，人離財散。指掌賦云：用卯為龍戰，用酉為虎斗，主思改而憂疑不定。三傳四仲，謂之三交。加日辰，則主隱匿罪人之占。

The "Bifa Fu" cites two lines: "Each side suspects the other, harm follows closely" and "In union, poison lurks," both referring to mutual harm and hidden danger within union. The "Ke Jing" states that when卯 and酉, or卯 and酉 again, form a reverse chant, it is used to predict matters concerning the family, gate, and roads. If aInauspicious General is present, it indicates loss and damage, even though actions may bring no benefit, only repeated disturbances and worries. The "Xiu Zhong Jin" says that卯 and酉 combined withLiu He indicate separation and loss of wealth. The "Zhi Zhang Fu" explains that taking卯 as the initiating transmission is called "dragon battle," and taking酉 as the initiating transmission is called "tiger battle," indicating a desire to change course but with uncertainty and hesitation. If all three transmissions are in the four central positions, it is called "three intersections." If this is further combined with the day branch, it indicates a sign of hiding criminals.

課體：重審，六儀，勵德。課義：干上至末，迤邐征伐，禍裡生財，互相觸突。解曰：干上酉克初傳之寅，寅克中傳之未，未克末傳之子，自酉及子，遞相征伐也。寅為酉財，未為寅財，子為未財，遞克而得，非禍裡生財而何。但酉去傷卯，申來克乙，干支上下，亦互相觸，彼此俱無所利耳。

The three categories of lesson pattern are: Re-examination, Six Instruments, and Cultivating Virtue, all of which have been mentioned before. The lesson meaning states: starting from the day stem, following the heavenly stem to the final transmission, each layer attacks the next; within misfortune, wealth is also generated; there is mutual conflict between upper and lower. The commentary explains: the酉 metal on the day stem overcomes the initial transmission's寅 wood, the寅 wood overcomes the middle transmission's未 earth, and the未 earth overcomes the final transmission's子 water, from酉 to子, each layer attacks the next. However, looking at it another way,寅 is the wealth of酉, 未 is the wealth of寅, and子 is the wealth of未. Thus, the successive overcoming is actually successive gain of wealth, which is precisely wealth arising within misfortune. However,酉 harms the day branch's卯, and申 further overcomes the day stem's乙. The day stem and day branch also conflict with each other, and neither side gains any advantage.

斷曰：重審之卦，傳課遞克，將神內戰，凡占運用不遂，欺侮迭興。上神剋日，利在先舉。三傳晝占，全受夾克，所往皆不由己。夜占神皆克將，晝夜神將，內外交戰，凶危可知。惟末傳歸於生日，所占始雖難成，終或可望結局耳。

The interpretation states: This is a case of repeated review. The hexagram and the three transmissions are successively in mutual control. The heavenly general and the deity it is overlying are also fighting among themselves. Any inquiry made will find itself unable to proceed smoothly, with continuous troubles and humiliations. The deity governing the day stem controls the day stem, indicating that taking the initiative is advantageous. If the divination is cast during the day, the three transmissions are all caught between upper and lower forces in mutual control, leading to a situation where one cannot act freely wherever one goes. If the divination is cast at night, each deity turns to control the heavenly general. Between day and night, the deities and generals fight both internally and externally, indicating obvious danger. Fortunately, the final transmission returns to the position of the day stem's birth deity. Although the matter initially seems difficult to resolve, there may still be a chance for a resolution in the end.

天時：三時有災，秋成卻利。家宅：可發貴，宜禱祀神祇。功名：有奇遇，且所至風憲。求財：每以勢取，亦防悖出。婚姻：妝奩極豐。胎產：甚吉。疾病：難脫體，主因食屢發。失脫：難尋。爭訟：凶難解散，財盡禍息。出行：不利遠行。行人：辰日至。兵戰：先難後易，乘勝逐北，屢獲敵資。

Questioning about the weather: disasters occur in spring, summer, and winter, but autumn brings favorable harvests. Questioning about the household: a nobleman may emerge from the family, and it is suitable to pray to the gods. Questioning about official rank: there will be unexpected opportunities, and one may attain the position of an official responsible for discipline. Questioning about seeking wealth: mostly relying on power to obtain it, but one should also beware that it comes and goes improperly. Questioning about marriage: the bride's dowry is extremely rich. Questioning about childbirth: very auspicious. Questioning about illness: the illness is hard to escape, often recurring due to improper diet. Questioning about lost items: difficult to find. Questioning about lawsuits: dangerous and hard to resolve, until wealth is exhausted will the misfortune stop. Questioning about travel: not favorable for long journeys. Questioning about a traveler: will arrive on the day of Chen. Questioning about military matters: difficult at first but easy later, one can take advantage of the victory to pursue the defeated enemy, frequently capturing enemy supplies.

畢法云：干支全傷防兩損，夫婦蕪淫各有私，三傳遞克眾人欺，鬼乘天乙乃神祇。課經云：三傳皆受夾克，是為家法不正。觀月經云：甲寅功曹首，萬類得其儀，有罪計非危，病者得天醫，求財倍獲利，投書喜不遲。玉成歌云：對神隔將主人離，辰上逢之宅破期（乙日干上見六合乘酉）。

The "Bifa Fu" cites four lines: "When both the heavenly stem and earthly branch are injured, both ends suffer loss," meaning both the day stem and day branch are harmed, leading to losses on both sides; "husband and wife indulge in infidelity, each having their own private affairs," indicating the husband and wife each have their own secret relationships; "three transmissions mutually control each other, leading to being bullied by many," meaning the three transmissions are in a state of mutual control, resulting in being oppressed by others; "ghosts ride upon the heavenly general, indicating divine interference," meaning the official ghost is supported by the nobleman, suggesting supernatural interference, which calls for prayers and sacrifices. The "Ke Jing" states that when all three transmissions are controlled by the upper and lower, it is called an improper family law. The "Guan Jingxue" says that on a Jiayin day, with Yin (Gongcao) as the first, all things are in harmony, and even criminals who plan well will not face danger, the sick can meet a good doctor, seeking wealth brings double profit, and documents sent will bring good news immediately. The "Yucheng Ge" states that opposing deities are separated by the heavenly general, leading to the dispersion of affairs; if this occurs on the day branch, it signifies the time when the house is ruined (note from the original text: when the day stem is Ji and the day branch is Yin, with the六合 (Liu He) and酉 (You) present).

課體：涉害，曲直。課義：夜貴克身，晝貴虛陳，支祿惱懷，家人悔迍。解曰：申為夜貴，臨干克身，雖曰坐獄，不妨臨干。然常占在所不利。子為晝貴，卻值旬空。雖曰晝夜貴加，然既空則無力也。卯為日支，又為日祿，晝元夜白，皆非吉將，所以惱懷。未為木墓，覆宅昏晦，故家人悔迍也。

The two categories of lesson patterns, "involved harm" and "curved straight," have already been mentioned before. The lesson meaning states: the nobleman of the night is sitting on the day stem and is attacking the person; the nobleman of the day is just a hollow form; the禄神 on the day branch causes trouble; the family members are trapped in regret and hardship. The commentary explains: the nobleman of the night is on the position of Shen, sitting on the day stem, with metal overcoming wood and harming the body. The practitioner says, "Although the nobleman may be in prison, as long as he is sitting on the day stem, he can still be used," but for ordinary people, this is ultimately not beneficial. The nobleman of the day is on the position of Zi, but it is exactly empty for the current ten-day period; although the day nobleman and night nobleman are combined, if it is empty, it cannot exert any effect. The position of Mao is both the day branch and the禄神 of wood. During the day, it is occupied by the Black Tortoise, and at night, by the White Tiger, neither of which are auspicious generals, hence causing trouble. The position of Wei is the storage of wood, covering the house position, creating a dark atmosphere, so the family members naturally fall into regret and hardship.

斷曰：涉害之卦，局合曲直，事主先難後易，先屈後伸。日鬼臨干，非宦途即有災咎。日墓發用，惟賤者反得安逸也。木旺於春，春占方有暢遂之象。又合中有害，凡事防人暗欺。夜占初中后合，亦作泆女論。

The interpretation states: This is a case of harmful influence but forms a curved and straight wood structure, indicating that matters will first be difficult and then become easy, initially experiencing委屈 and later achieving expansion. The official ghost is attached to the day stem; if not through an official career, it will lead to misfortune. The day stem's tomb god becomes the first transmission, meaning only those of low status will find ease. Wood is strong in spring, so a lesson started in spring will have smooth and favorable outcomes. Within the combination there is also harm, so one should beware of secret deceit. If the lesson is cast at night, with the first transmission being Heavenly Empress followed by Liu He, it is interpreted like the lesson of the woman who is carried away.

天時：多風，草木繁茂。家宅：宅利於人，而有昏晦之象。功名：春占大吉。求財：財是墓神，美中不足。婚姻：宜入贅。胎產：胎安，產不利。疾病：主風疾肝疾，宜禱神祇。失脫：在林木墳墓中。爭訟：防遭曲斷。出行：吉。行人：即至。兵戰：大勝之兆，切忌遲疑。墳葬：龍氣甚清，但不聚財。

Inquiring about the weather: there is much wind, and the grass and trees are growing vigorously. Inquiring about the family residence: the residence is beneficial for people, but it carries an image of darkness and obscurity. Inquiring about official rank: it is a great auspicious sign in spring. Inquiring about seeking wealth: the god of wealth is actually the god of the tomb, which is slightly lacking in perfection. Inquiring about marriage: it is suitable for the male to join the female's family. Inquiring about pregnancy: the fetal energy is stable, but childbirth is not smooth. Inquiring about illness: it indicates wind illness and liver illness, and it is advisable to pray to the gods. Inquiring about lost items: they are in the woods or graveyard. Inquiring about lawsuits: be cautious of unfair judgments by the authorities. Inquiring about travel: it is auspicious. Inquiring about a traveler: he will arrive soon. Inquiring about military affairs: it is a sign of a great victory, and one must not hesitate. Inquiring about burial: the dragon pulse is very clear, but it cannot retain wealth.

畢法云：晝夜貴加求兩貴，鬼乘天乙乃神祇，干墓並關人宅廢，支墳財並旅程稽。課經云：胎坐長生，大宜占孕，不利占產。訂訛云：曲直亥加未，作蛇內戰，主失財。未加卯作後，陰人災病，有離哭之兆。指掌賦云：未亥卯為從吉，待時而動。中黃經云：日辰衰木見真金，三傳無火卻成迍。

The "Bifa Fu" cites four lines: "Day and night, the nobleman should be added to seek two noblemen," meaning that when two noblemen appear simultaneously, one should seek the assistance of both; "The ghost riding the Tianyi is a divine being," indicating that if the official ghost is riding the Tianyi nobleman, it signifies divine interference; "The stem's tomb and the gate are combined, leading to the ruin of people and homes," meaning that if the day stem's tomb and the gate are combined, both people and homes will suffer; "The branch's tomb, wealth, and journey are combined, causing delays in travel," meaning that if the day branch's tomb, wealth, and journey are combined, one will face delays when traveling. The "Ke Jing" states that the fetal god sitting in the position of growth is most suitable for divination regarding pregnancy, but not for childbirth. The "Ding'E" says that in the curved and straight formation, if亥 is placed on 未, it forms a Teng Snake internal conflict, leading to financial loss; if 未 is placed on 卯 with the Heavenly Empress, it indicates illness and misfortune for women, along with signs of separation and crying. The "Zhi Zhang Fu" states that the three transmissions of 未, 亥, and 卯 are called "from good," suggesting one should wait for the right time before taking action. The "Zhong Huang Jing" states that if the day branch is weak wood and meets true metal, and there is no fire in the three transmissions to control the metal, it forms a situation of stagnation.

課體：涉害，三交，勵德。課義：面善含毒，常招恥辱，災不成災，福不成福。解曰：未為日財，乍視似乎可喜。然實則日墓，且乘夜蛇而覆日。是內含凶毒也。墓主昏昧，若誤認為財，甘心受晦，其常招恥辱宜矣。四鬼發用，勢若甚凶，而臨午受克，故不成災。子水生日，亦生卯祿，而天將貴常夾克，故亦不成福也。

The three categories of lesson patterns: involvement of harm, mutual crossing, and virtue, have already been mentioned before. The lesson meaning says: it appears kind on the surface, but contains poison within; it often brings disgrace; it is called disaster but does not become disaster, and called fortune but does not become fortune. The commentary explains: the Zi water is the wealth of Yi wood, at first glance it seems like a good thing. In reality, it is also the storage of Yi wood, and in the night lesson it is covered by Teng Snake, pressing down upon the day stem. Therefore, it appears kind on the surface but contains poison within. The storage is associated with confusion and darkness; if one only regards it as wealth and willingly stays in this confusion, then often bringing disgrace is self-inflicted. Among the four lessons, the ghost and spirits are activated as the first transmission, appearing very fierce, but it is located on Wu and is controlled by fire, so the fierce becomes no disaster. Zi water both nourishes the day stem and nourishes the禄神 at the卯 position, which should be fortune, but the heavenly general, nobleman, and Tai Chang are attacking from both sides, so the fortune also fails to become fortune.

斷曰：涉害之卦，三傳四仲相加，合三交之格，吉中有凶，凶中有吉。凡事順理則裕，緩圖則成。用神受制，仕宦主有阻隔，而常占反可免災。三月占犯天煩，切宜慎之。

The interpretation states: In a divination with the pattern of "involving harm," all three transmissions are the deities of the four central directions added together, conforming to the pattern of three mutual interactions. There is both good and bad elements; when following reason, things will be broad and easy, and gradually pursuing them will lead to success. The initiating deity is restrained, so officials may encounter obstacles, but ordinary people who divinate will instead avoid calamity. If the divination is cast in the third month, it incurs the "heavenly annoyance" evil spirit, and particular caution is needed.

天時：陰晦無雨。家宅：貧耗而人昏晦。功名：有名位，但防挫折。求財：守其固有為佳。婚姻：有破敗。胎產：防傷損。疾病：家有卑屬明醫理者，雖凶可療。失脫：於喜事中失財，可獲。爭訟：有解。出行：三月忌。行人：中途有阻。兵戰：不得已而用之，主獲金寶美麗。

Inquiring about the weather: it is gloomy and dark but no rain. Inquiring about the household: the family is poor and losing wealth, and people are dull and confused. Inquiring about fame and status: one can gain a position, but beware of setbacks along the way. Inquiring about seeking wealth: it is best to keep what one already has. Inquiring about marriage: there will be some breakdown. Inquiring about childbirth: be cautious of harm to the fetus. Inquiring about illness: among the younger members of the family, there is someone who understands medicine, so although the illness is serious, it can still be treated. Inquiring about lost items: the lost property was lost during a celebration and can be recovered. Inquiring about lawsuits: there is a way to resolve it. Inquiring about travel: it is inauspicious to go out in March. Inquiring about a traveler: the person will be blocked on the way. Inquiring about military action: it is only advisable to use force when absolutely necessary, and if used, one can capture treasures and beautiful women.

畢法云：制鬼之位乃良醫。課經云：酉加午發用，斗罡繫丑未，為二煩格。古鑑：亥將占捕捉，曰：卯為元武，上見午賊，自正東轉正南，卯六午九，去此五十四里。卯主樹木墳塋，午上天空，主藏窯穴。中傳子克午，初傳酉克卯，必主擒獲。遇酉子日，即其期也。五成歌云：三交吉凶皆因內。照膽秘決云：后合元陰與酉卯，加臨課傳遭強盜。

The "Bifa Fu" cites the saying "The position that controls the ghost is the place of the good physician," meaning that the deity which controls the official ghost is where the good physician is located. The "Ke Jing" states that when酉 is placed on 午 and starts the first transmission, and the star of the pole is fixed on 丑 or 未, this is called the "Two Troubles" pattern. An old case is given: using 亥 as the monthly general to predict a capture. The judgment says that the position of卯 is occupied by Yuanwu, which represents the thief, and above it is 午, which brings harm to the thief. The thief is moving from Due East to Due South. The number of卯 is six and the number of午 is nine; when multiplied together, they total fifty-four, meaning the thief is fifty-four li away. The position of卯 represents trees and burial grounds, while 午 is occupied by Tiankong, which indicates hiding in kilns or earth holes. The middle transmission is 子 water, which overcomes 午, and the first transmission is 酉 metal, which overcomes卯. Therefore, the thief will certainly be captured. If it is on 酉 day or 子 day, it will be the day of capture. The "Wucheng Ge" says that the fortune of the three intersections is determined by internal factors. The "Zhaochan Mijue" states that the heavenly generals Tianhou, Liuhe, Yuanwu, and Taiyin, when combined with 酉 and 卯 and placed on the divination transmissions, will encounter bandits.

課體：重審，間傳，涉三淵。課義：兩貴無力，所求難得，家有驚危，丁馬入宅。解曰：子晝貴坐戌獄，申夜貴受午克，雖俱入傳，而實無力，不足恃也。以是干貴，而孟得所求，不亦難乎。巳為旬丁，又為驛馬。今乘晝虎入宅，又且脫宅之氣，必主家有驚危之事，變動非常也。

The three categories of the Lesson Pattern are: Re-examination, and beyond the Three Transmissions, "Involving Three Depths" refers to the transmissions of Shen, Xu, and Zi. Shen and Zi form a water trine, and Xu is earth, so it is like crossing three deep ravines, indicating difficulty and obstruction. The Lesson Meaning says: both the day and night noblemen are ineffective, so the desired matter cannot be achieved; there is danger at home; the Ding God and the Post-horse have entered the dwelling position. The Explanation says: Zi is the day nobleman, but sits on the Xu position, which is a prison; Shen is the night nobleman, but is overcome by the Wu fire. Although both noblemen have entered the Three Transmissions, they actually have no strength and are unreliable. Using such noblemen to make requests, yet hoping to obtain what is desired, is indeed very difficult. Si is both the Ding God that has hidden in this week and the Post-horse. Now it is riding on the day White Tiger and enters the dwelling position, further draining the dwelling's energy, which certainly indicates danger at home and unusual changes.

斷曰：重審之卦，順進間傳，格合涉淵，為坎之外象，主艱難阻隔。貴人受克，訴告無門，身宅俱脫，事防欺賺。君子當藏器待時，勿輕舉動。倘勉強謀為，終非亨利之兆。若年命在辰，沖入中傳，會成水局，則生干制脫，無往不吉矣。

The divination states: This is a case of repeated review, with the three transmissions proceeding in order and alternating positions, forming a pattern consistent with the "Deep Pool" structure. It takes the external image of the Kan hexagram from the Book of Changes, which represents repeated dangers, indicating difficulties and obstacles everywhere. The nobleman is weakened, meaning there is injustice but no way to appeal. The person's position and the dwelling position both lose strength, so one should be cautious of being deceived by others. At this time, the gentleman should conceal his abilities and wait for the right opportunity, not act rashly; if he insists on acting, it will ultimately not be a sign of success or benefit. If the person's birth year is in Chen, then Chen will conflict with the middle transmission's Xu, forming a water trinity of Shen-Zi-Chen. Water can nourish the day stem Yi wood and also control the leaking spirit, thus leading to favorable outcomes in all matters.

天時：久旱無雨。家宅：耗動不寧。功名：考試慎三場，仕宦多差使，防文憑有失。求財：防耗本。婚姻：子月晝占，女丑年命者吉。胎產：主生女。疾病：見凶，宜祈禱。失脫：繫家中人，遠去難獲。爭訟：必經兩處衙門，彼此耗財。出行：將行，復改期。行人：辰戌日到。兵戰：糧運不繼。墳葬：晝占古，夜占凶。

Questioning the weather: prolonged drought with no rain. Questioning the household: losses and unrest, no peace. Questioning official rank: those preparing for exams should be careful to avoid mistakes in all three exams; those already in office will have many duties and should also beware of losing their official documents. Questioning wealth: beware of losing even the original capital. Questioning marriage: the course is set for the day of the third lunar month, and it is favorable for the woman whose birth year is the ox. Questioning childbirth: it indicates the birth of a daughter. Questioning illness: the signs are ominous, and prayer is advisable. Questioning lost items: it is taken by a family member, and once it is far away, it will be difficult to retrieve. Questioning litigation: it will certainly involve two courts, and both parties will suffer financial loss. Questioning travel: it seems one is about to go, but the date has been changed. Questioning a traveler: he will arrive on the day of the dragon or the dog. Questioning military affairs: the supply of food and fodder will not be sufficient. Questioning burial: it is favorable if divined during the day (the source says 'favorable' but it is mistakenly written as 'ancient'), and unfavorable if divined at night.

畢法云：兩貴受克難干貴，人宅受脫俱招盜，鬼乘天乙乃神祇，脫上逢脫防虛詐。課經云：干上午晝乘天空，名脫空格，主事全無實跡。又未加巳，巳為蛇，末又乘蛇，為兩蛇夾墓。指掌賦云：申戌子涉三淵，當隱於山林，言申子水局有林象，戌土有山象，時方入夜，似幽人之守正也。

The Four Verses from the "Bifa Fu" state: "When two noblemen are overcome, seeking noblemen is ineffective," meaning that if both noblemen are weakened, it is difficult to obtain their help; "When the person's position and the dwelling position are both drained, both inside and outside invite thieves," indicating that if both the person's position and the dwelling position are weakened, there will be theft; "When the official ghost is accompanied by the heavenly virtue, it indicates divine interference," meaning that if the official ghost is associated with the nobleman, it suggests supernatural disturbances; "When there is another draining on top of a draining, beware of false words," meaning that if there is a double weakening, there is a risk of deceit. The "Ke Jing" says that the day stem is connected to the horse (午), and the white tiger (天空) is the general, forming the "empty loss" pattern, which indicates that matters have no real foundation. It also says that the earth (未) is placed on the snake (巳), and since the snake is originally associated with the snake (螣蛇), the final transmission also takes the snake, forming the image of two snakes surrounding the storage (墓库). The "Zhi Zhang Fu" states that the three transmissions of Shen, Xu, and Zi are called "involving three deep pools," and at this time one should retreat to the mountains and forests; because Shen and Zi form a water pattern, symbolizing forests, and Xu earth represents mountain ridges, and the time is night, resembling a recluse guarding his principles.

課體：重審，進茹，斬關，亂首。課義：丁與馬共，動則費用，末助初財，屈尊求俸。解曰：巳為旬丁，又為驛馬，臨於干上，靜守猶可。動則干氣被脫，未免費用也。辰為日財，並勾發用，已自有餘。末午助之，尤為旺相。又辰本日課，屈尊臨支，以求卯祿，所失者少，而所得者多也。

The four categories of lesson patterns are: Re-examination, Progress, Cutting the Gate, and "Disorder at the Beginning." "Disorder at the Beginning" refers to the day stem acting upon the day branch but being overcome by it, where the superior cannot maintain its dignity, leading to disorder in the framework. The lesson meaning states: the deity of the day and the post-horse are in the same position; once they move, there will be expenses. The final transmission supports the initial transmission in terms of wealth. The day stem humbly submits to the day branch in order to obtain the禄食 (salary and sustenance). The commentary explains: the巳 (si) is both the hidden deity of this ten-day cycle and the post-horse, located above the day stem, and if it remains still, it is acceptable. But once it moves, the energy of the day stem is drained, inevitably leading to expenses. The辰 (chen) is the wealth of the丙 (bing) fire, and together with Gou Chen, it forms the initial transmission, already sufficient. The final transmission,午 (wu) fire, comes to assist it, making it even more prosperous and strong. Moreover, the辰 (chen) originally belongs to the day stem's lesson, but now it humbly comes down to the day branch in order to obtain the禄食 (salary and sustenance) from the卯 (mao) position, losing little and gaining much.

斷曰：重審之卦，順進連茹，進中有退，行止未安，得失相半。斗罡加支發用，格合斬關，不利安居，恰宜遷改。又日往加辰，為辰所克，名為亂首。上不自尊，下必無禮，勾陳並臨，辰上發用，亦爭奪之象也。強恕而行，庶幾免咎。

The judgment states: This is a case of re-examination. The three transmissions proceed in a smooth sequence, advancing while also containing retreat. It is neither moving forward nor stopping, with gains and losses each taking up half. The star of the constellation is placed on the day branch, initiating the first transmission. The structure conforms to the cutting-off gate, which is unfavorable for settling down, but suitable for moving or changing. Furthermore, the day stem is directed towards the day branch, only to be overcome by it, which is called disorder at the beginning. The superior person lacks propriety, and thus the inferior ones will certainly lack decorum. Gou Chen also comes down together, initiating from the position of Chen, indicating a sign of contention. In all matters, one should strive to exert effort, consider others' situations, and act with tolerance, only then can one barely avoid mistakes.

天時：大霧無雨。家宅：家長不能制下，又主有贅婿。功名：不利。求財：南方大利。婚姻：男弱女強。胎產：生女，產安。疾病：主因貪饕而得。失脫：可獲。爭訟：不到官。出行：遲疑未決。行人：支馬臨干，速至。捕獲：在西北方。兵戰：勿逐北搜糧，反致喪失。

Inquiring about the weather: heavy fog but no rain. Inquiring about the household: the head of the family cannot control the servants, and there is a son-in-law who has married into the family. Inquiring about official rank: not favorable. Inquiring about seeking wealth: going to the south is very beneficial. Inquiring about marriage: the man is weak and the woman is strong. Inquiring about childbirth: a daughter will be born, and the delivery will be safe. Inquiring about illness: it is mostly caused by overeating and excessive indulgence. Inquiring about lost items: they can be recovered. Inquiring about lawsuits: there will be no trouble with the authorities. Inquiring about travel: hesitation and indecision. Inquiring about a traveler: theThe Post-horse (post-horse) of the day branch is on the day stem, so the traveler will arrive soon. Inquiring about capturing a fugitive: in the northwest. Inquiring about military matters: do not pursue the defeated troops or search for supplies, as that would lead to loss.

畢法云：所謀多拙逢羅網，末助初傳三等論。袖中金云：假令立秋乙卯日巳將，天罡加卯發用，行年又在卯酉，名龍戰卦。主人心疑惑，進寸退尺，動有乖離。觀月經云：天罡臨卯上，發用正含嗔，人年立卯酉，正是涉迷津。訂訛云：自取亂首，事發於內，而起子外，兵不利客，亦不宜攻。

The "Bifa Fu" cites two lines: "All plans are clumsy and meet a net," meaning one is caught in a heavenly net, with plans being clumsy and trapped; "The final transmission assists the first transmission in three ranks," meaning when the final transmission generates and supports the first transmission, it should be divided into three ranks. The "Xiu Zhong Jin" says, for example, on an Yimao day after the beginning of autumn, with the month general at Si, the Tiangang (Chen) is placed on Mao and initiates as the first transmission. If the person's age falls on Mao or You, this is called the Dragon Battle Chart, indicating the person is uncertain in mind, advancing an inch but retreating a foot, and any movement leads to dispersion. The "Guan Yueling" says, when the Tiangang is on Mao, the initiating god carries anger, and if the person's age falls on Mao or You, it is like crossing a dangerous and confusing river. The "Ding'E" says, one brings about the disorderly beginning pattern, where the matter originates internally but is provoked externally, which is unfavorable for the enemy in warfare and not suitable for an active attack.

課體：伏吟，斬關，元胎，勵德。課義：祿財長生，空虎縱橫，靜中須動，所作無成。解曰：初傳巳為德祿，遁丁發用。中傳申為日財，末傳寅為長生，又乘驛馬，三傳皆吉。但嫌天空與元虎，晝夜縱橫耳。伏吟傳見丁馬，靜中已動。三傳自初遞克，長生又屬三刑，生意息矣。凡所作為，豈能成就。

The four categories of the lesson pattern:Hidden Chant, 斩关, 元胎, and 励德, have all been mentioned before. The lesson meaning says: in the three transmissions, the god of official rank, the god of wealth, and the god of growth are all present; unfortunately, the sky void and the white tiger are active day and night within them; originally a still image ofHidden Chant, it now contains movement due to the presence of the horse of the day; in the end, nothing can be accomplished. The commentary explains: the first transmission is巳, which is both the virtue god and the official rank god of 丙 fire, and also hides the 丁 god which is active; the middle transmission is申, which is the wealth of 丙 fire; the final transmission is寅, which is the growth of 丙 fire, and on top of that, it is riding the post-horse: each of the three transmissions individually appears to be auspicious. What is to be avoided is the presence of the sky void, the black tortoise, and the white tiger, which are evil generals active day and night. The lesson pattern ofHidden Chant usually indicates stillness, but now the presence of the 丁 god and the post-horse in the transmissions indicates movement within the stillness. However, the three transmissions start from the first and continuously exert mutual control, with巳 being in conflict with申, and申 being in conflict with寅; the growth in the final transmission falls into the three punishments, thus the vitality is cut off. How can any endeavor succeed?

斷曰：伏吟之卦，本為靜象，傳遇丁馬，動意蹶然。若能安心坐待，則末助初傳，祿神正旺，占官大吉。天罡乘龍臨支，當因喜事，宅中欠寧。

The divination says: AHidden Chant hexagram is originally a still image, but when the three transmissions meet the deity Ding and the post-horse, the dynamic aspect suddenly appears. If one can remain calm and wait, then the final transmission of寅 wood will return to support the initial transmission of巳 fire, with the禄神 in its prime, which is favorable for official positions. The Tiangang辰 rides the Azure Dragon and is located on the day branch, indicating that the family will experience a joyful event that brings unrest.

天時：雨占即晴。家宅：日上乘祿，支上乘龍，財喜重重之象。功名：祿馬全逢，主大利。求財：陰私之財可得，防有驚恐。婚姻：女美性剛，可就。胎產：天罡作子息爻，男妊，產遲。疾病：脾土受病，或遺漏風癰之症，未愈。出行：吉。行人：立至。捕獲：難尋。兵戰：宜防虛詐。墳葬：龍神得氣，丑方出水則吉。

Questioning the weather: It is raining now, but it will soon clear up. Questioning the household: The day stem is occupied by the禄神, and the day branch is occupied by the Azure Dragon, indicating a continuous accumulation of wealth and happiness. Questioning about official rank: The禄神 and the Post-horse are both present, which is very favorable. Questioning about seeking wealth: The source of the money is not easy to make public, but it can be obtained, though one should beware of a sudden fright in the middle. Questioning about marriage: The bride has a good appearance but a strong character, and this marriage can be successful. Questioning about pregnancy: The Tiangang acts as the son's爻, indicating a male fetus, and the delivery will be delayed. Questioning about illness: The spleen earth is affected, or there may be symptoms such as seminal emission, sores, or swelling, which will not recover quickly. Questioning about travel: It is favorable. Questioning about a person's whereabouts: The person will arrive immediately. Questioning about capturing a fugitive: It is difficult to find. Questioning about military affairs: One should be cautious of the enemy's deception. Questioning about burial: The dragon comes from a good source, and if the water flows out from the丑 direction, it will be favorable.

畢法云：任信丁馬須言動。指南：戊子八月辰將，先辰時，後酉時，占兩人鄉試，曰：辰時者前列，酉時者次之。蓋緣天罡為領袖之神，從魁幕貴在後故也。及排辰時者，三傳巳申寅，干乘德祿，支見月將青龍，祿馬入傳。酉時者，三傳午丑申，太歲空戰，幕貴入墓，榜發。辰時者，果中二十二名。酉時者，止中副榜，二者皆以時斷中也。

The "Bifa Fu" cites the phrase "Ren Xin Ding Ma Must Speak of Movement," stating that when a lesson of self-reliance and confidence encounters the divine horse associated with the character Ding, it should be interpreted as movement. The "Liu Ren Zhi Nan" records an old case: in the year Wuzi, during the eighth lunar month with the month general Chen, two people came to consult about the provincial examination, one at the hour of Chen and the other at the hour of You. The interpretation first stated that the one arriving at Chen would have a higher rank, while the one arriving at You would be slightly lower, because Chen (Tiangang) is the leading deity, and You (Congkui) is the deity riding the curtain and wealth, which follows Chen. Then the lesson was arranged: the one arriving at Chen had a three-transmission sequence of Si, Shen, and Yin, with the day stem bearing the virtue deity and the longevity deity, and the day branch showing the month general and the azure dragon, with both longevity and the horse entering the three-transmission sequence; the one arriving at You had a three-transmission sequence of Wu, Chou, and Shen, with the sovereign falling into the void and engaging in conflict, and the curtain and wealth deity entering the storage. When the results were announced, the one arriving at Chen indeed ranked 22nd, while the one arriving at You only made it to the supplementary list. Both were accurately predicted based on the time they consulted.

課體：伏吟，退茹，斬關，不備。課義：還嗣息債，長生寧耐，然後散憂，退空無害。解曰：發用之卯，克支生干，支卻臨干受土，是得之於彼，而與之於此也。辰為丙火之子，非還嗣息之債而伺。寅為日之長生，上帶白虎，雖有驚危，然孟受生，大宜守耐。末傳丑空，可以解憂散慮。退雖逢空，且喜脫氣，又在長生，有生而無害也。

The four categories of lesson patterns:Hidden Chant, 退茹, 斩关, and 不备, have already been mentioned before. The lesson meaning says: this case is like repaying debts owed by descendants; the god of long life teaches people to be patient and endure; after enduring, worries will naturally dissipate; although the three transmissions retreat and fall into kongwang, there is no harm. The commentary explains: the initial transmission, which is卯, both overcomes the day branch's辰 earth and nourishes the day stem's丙 fire; and the day branch's辰 also affects the day stem, making the day stem bear the consumption of earth: this is getting from one side and giving to the other. 辰 is the son of丙 fire, which is exactly repaying the debt of the descendants. 寅 is the long life of丙 fire, with White Tiger above, although there is inevitably some danger, it is still a place of birth, most suitable for patience. The final transmission, 丑, falls into kongwang, and thus worries and thoughts dissipate. Although the three transmissions retreat and meet kongwang, it is fortunate that the god of dispersion falls into kongwang, and the long life is present, so there is only assistance and no harm.

斷曰：三傳聯茹而退，末遇空亡，反宜進步，凡占先起者吉，後起者凶。敗氣臨支，非有卑幼災傷，即有門庭消耗。求官者，始如春花，後如秋葉，總屬有頭無尾之象。

The interpretation states: When the three transmissions are connected and retreat, and the final transmission meets kongwang, falling into kongwang is actually favorable for advancement; for any inquiry, those who act first are auspicious, while those who act later are inauspicious. The spirit of decline is present in the day branch, indicating either misfortune for the younger generation or loss within the family. For those seeking official positions, the beginning is like spring flowers blooming vigorously, but the end is like autumn leaves falling, showing an outcome that starts well but ends poorly.

天時：青龍雖昇天，被初中所克，不雨而風。家宅：卯木克宅生干，棄宅益人，人亦消耗。功名：課傳不見貴祿官星，占名欠利。求財：青龍臨干作脫氣，反有耗費，不能聚財。婚姻：支干相害，占婚不吉。胎產：上強下弱，不備逢陰，孕乃成男，支干作害，微災難免。疾病：肝膽之疾，病來生人，不能即愈。出行：水陸兩途，皆不吉利。行人：天罡加孟，尚未啟行。捕獲：晝占當在西南飲食，夜占在北方陰人家。兵戰：得失相半。

Questioning the weather: The Azure Dragon has already ascended but is overcome by the first and middle transmissions, resulting in wind but no rain. Questioning the household: The卯 wood overcomes the house position and benefits the day stem, equivalent to sacrificing the house to benefit others, yet people still suffer losses. Questioning fame: The course and transmissions do not show the nobleman,禄神 or official star, so seeking fame is not favorable. Questioning wealth: The Azure Dragon is on the day stem but becomes a draining deity, leading to expenses and an inability to retain wealth. Questioning marriage: The day stem and day branch are harmful to each other, indicating an unfavorable marriage. Questioning childbirth: The upper is strong and the lower is weak, with an incomplete course meeting a yin branch, indicating a male child; however, the day stem and day branch being harmful brings minor troubles. Questioning illness: Illness affecting the liver and gallbladder; the illness energy returns to harm people, and recovery is not immediate. Questioning travel: Traveling by water or land is not favorable. Questioning a missing person: The Tiangang is on the four young positions of寅,申,巳,亥, indicating the person has not yet departed. Questioning capture: If divined during the day, the person should be in the southwest eating and drinking; if divined at night, the person is in the northern house of a woman. Questioning warfare: The gains and losses are equal.

畢法云：彼此猜忌害相隨，喜懼空亡乃妙機，踏腳空亡進用宜。課經云：丙辰日，辰加巳，卯加辰，支干上神作六害，主彼此各相猜嫌，主客互有機械。太乙經云：占與人期會，天罡臨口辰者，會在日辰前為已過，會在日辰後為未至。括囊賦云：木逢勾虎，必棟折於三刑。

The Three Rules from the "Bifa Fu" state: "Each side suspects the other, leading to mutual harm," meaning the upper and lower parts are mutually harmful, and both sides are on guard; "Joy and fear both fall into emptiness, which is a wonderful opportunity," meaning when both joy and fear are empty, it is a turning point; "Standing on empty space is suitable for advancement," meaning standing on empty space is actually favorable for moving forward. The "Ke Jing" says that on Bingchen day, the day branch is placed on Si, and Mao is placed on Chen, and the upper gods of the day stem and day branch are mutually harmful, indicating mutual suspicion between both sides, with hidden intentions between host and guest. The "Taiyi Jing" says, when predicting a meeting, look at where the Tiangang falls relative to the day branch: if the meeting god is before the day branch, the time has passed; if it is after the day branch, the person has not arrived. The "Kuanang Fu" says that wood encountering Gou Chen and Baihu will certainly break the beams in the Three Punishments.

課體：重審，寡宿，間傳，極陰。課義：兩相交會，各有利害，晝夜貴加，亥水休賴。解曰：寅卯辰巳，兩課全會。但卯辰相害，寅巳相害，不無彼此猜忌之嫌，是各有利害也。初傳雖屬空亡，而酉加於亥，晝夜貴加，凡占宜干兩貴，方為有濟。所慮晝貴，坐於空鄉，不能賴其弘益耳。

The four categories of lesson patterns: Chong Shen, Guasu, Jian Chuan, and Ji Yin, have all been mentioned before. The lesson meaning says: the two lessons meet each other, each carrying both benefits and harms; day nobleman and night nobleman overlap; but regarding the亥 water, there is no need to rely on it. The commentary explains: the four gods of寅, 卯, 辰, and 巳 bring the two lessons together completely. However, 卯 and 辰 are harmful to each other, and 寅 and 巳 are also harmful, leading to suspicion and mutual suspicion, hence each has its own benefits and harms. Although the first transmission falls into Kongwang, the酉 is added on 亥, which is the overlapping of day nobleman and night nobleman. Any inquiry must seek the movement of both noblemen at the same time to be effective. The concern is that the day nobleman is sitting in Kongxiang, and one cannot rely on him for much benefit.

斷曰：寡宿發用，凡事無憑，吉凶不就。又曰極陰，愈退愈暗之象。支上克支生干，人則盛而宅則衰。惟年命在子，兩貴拱夾，占此最為吉利。

The interpretation says: Guasu moves as the first transmission, indicating that nothing is certain, neither good nor bad can be realized. This divination is also called extreme yin, showing a trend of becoming darker the further it goes. The heavenly stem on the day branch is overcome by the heavenly stem on the day stem, but it nourishes the day stem, so the person is strong while the house is weak. Only those whose birth year is in the position of Zi are fortunate, as two noblemen support them from both sides, making this divination most auspicious.

天時：課名極陰，日乘勾空，陰雲之象。家宅：龍合克宅，必因吉慶生事。功名：兩貴相加，一貴用力，必因妻財得貴。求財：財爻已空，求之無益。婚姻：女益男家，但恐不睦。胎產：女孕，產凶。疾病：肝經之疾或腎水有虧，不藥自瘥。出行：水陸兩途，吉凶相半。行人：驛馬臨支，行人即至。捕獲：晝占在正南馬道，夜占是公吏凶人。兵戰：防失眾。

The divination indicates that the weather is overcast with heavy clouds. For the household, the Azure Dragon and Liu He are attacking the house position, which suggests that a joyful event has caused some trouble. Regarding official rank, two noblemen overlap, but only one is genuinely willing to help, and this person will gain status through the wealth of his wife's family. For seeking wealth, the wealth element has already fallen, so seeking it is useless. For marriage, the woman benefits the man's family, but there is fear of marital discord after marriage. For childbirth, the fetus is female, and the delivery is dangerous. For illness, it is either a disease of the liver channel or a deficiency of kidney water, and the illness may heal on its own without medication. For travel, traveling by water or land has equal chances of good or bad outcomes. For a missing person, the post-horse is on the day branch, so the person will arrive soon. For capturing a fugitive, if the divination is done during the day, the fugitive is on the path of the south; if at night, it is a dangerous person among the officials. For military matters, there is a risk of losing the troops.

畢法云：晝夜貴加求兩貴，彼此猜忌害相隨。課經云：丙日胎神在子，正月占主妻孕；然正月血支血忌皆在丑，並養神克胎，占產則速，占孕有損。若十二月占，血支血忌在子作胎神，占產亦速，占孕亦損。惟血忌作空亡，產孕皆不畏矣。秘要云：此課凡事於巳日有克應。

The "Bifa Fu" cites two lines: "Day and night, the noble should be added to seek two nobles" and "Each side suspects the other, causing harm to follow." One interpretation says that when two nobles overlap, one must prepare on both sides. Another says that when upper and lower elements are harmful to each other, suspicion and harm will follow. The "Ke Jing" states that on a Bing day, the fetal spirit is in Zi. In the first lunar month, this indicates the wife's pregnancy. However, in the first lunar month, both the blood branch and blood taboo are in Chou, and they combine with the nurturing spirit to harm the fetal spirit. When divining about childbirth, the result comes quickly; when divining about pregnancy, the fetus is harmed. If divining in the twelfth lunar month, the blood branch and blood taboo fall in Zi, which is the fetal spirit. In this case, childbirth also comes quickly, and pregnancy also results in harm. However, if the blood taboo falls in Kongwang, whether divining about childbirth or pregnancy, there is no need to fear. The "Mi Yao" states that in this lesson, no matter what is being divined, the verification will appear on the Si day.

課體：遙克，蒿矢，元胎，三奇。課義：破碎臨庭，耗散財婚，晝占告貴，不語沉吟。解曰：丙以申金為妻財，墓於破碎之丑，而臨支上。晝乘元武，必因婚娶而耗散其財。亥為晝貴，發用上乘閉口，故告貴者，必沉吟不語，有理難伸也。

The four categories of lesson patterns are: "Remote Control" refers to a situation where the four lessons do not mutually control each other, so the initiating transmission must be taken from a distant position that controls indirectly; "Hao Shi" is a type of remote control where the controlling power comes from the upper lesson god to the day stem, with a weak and soft effect, like an arrow made of reeds. Yuan Tai and San Qi have been mentioned before. The lesson meaning says: a breaking-up evil spirit is present at the gate; due to marriage matters, wealth is wasted; when a lesson is cast in the daytime to seek the nobleman, the nobleman remains silent. The commentary explains: the丙 fire takes 申 metal as wife and wealth, but now theStorage of 申 is located on 丑, which carries the breaking-up evil spirit and is also on the day branch. In daytime casting, it also carries Yuan Wu, so it is certain that wealth is wasted due to marriage matters. The亥 position is the nobleman of the daytime, which initiates as the first transmission, and above it is the closed mouth sign, so when seeking the nobleman, the nobleman remains silent, and the diviner, even if having reasons, finds it hard to explain.

斷曰：課遇三奇，干上長生，夜乘青龍，必當徐徐發福。但發用蒿矢，得福亦輕。中傳財坐鬼鄉，求財欠利。末傳德祿，春夏占之，吉無不利。

The judgment says: In this divination, encountering the Three Marvels is favorable, and the Day Stem is also the God of Growth. At night, the course begins with the Azure Dragon, indicating that good fortune will surely come gradually. However, the Initiating Transmission belongs to the Light Arrow, which is weak in power, thus the gained fortune is limited. The Middle Transmission has the Wealth God sitting on the territory of ghosts and spirits, which is unfavorable for seeking wealth. The Final Transmission is the Virtue God and the Rank God. If the divination is cast in spring or summer, it will be favorable, with no obstacles in any aspect.

天時：亥乘貴人發用，水母復又生亥，青龍臨日，先大雨而即晴。家宅：財庫作破，臨宅上乘朱勾，必因口舌爭訟，大費財帛。功名：貴人發用，德神居末，占名甚利。求財：宜得陰私婦女之財。婚姻：占男則吉，占女則凶。胎產：二陰包陽，妊乃成男，母破兒生，占產甚吉。疾病：脾胃之疾，人生病破，不藥自愈。出行：陸路甚吉，水路耗費。行人：將及到門。兵戰：晝占甚吉，有闢地千里之象。

Questioning the weather: The nobleman is on the亥 position and initiates the first transmission. The water deity returns to nourish亥, with the azure dragon on the day stem, indicating a heavy rain followed by clear weather. Questioning the household: The treasure warehouse carries a broken evil spirit, located on the house position with the vermilion bird and gou chen, indicating a major loss of wealth due to verbal disputes. Questioning fame: The nobleman initiates the first transmission, and the virtue deity sits on the final transmission, indicating favorable prospects for seeking fame. Questioning wealth: It is favorable to obtain money from women's private funds. Questioning marriage: The male side is auspicious, while the female side is inauspicious. Questioning pregnancy: Two yin elements surround one yang, indicating a male fetus. The mother may experience some hardship, but the child will be safely delivered, indicating a favorable childbirth. Questioning illness: Spleen and stomach ailments, though the person may suffer some discomfort, will heal naturally without medication. Questioning travel: Traveling by land is favorable, but traveling by water will incur expenses. Questioning a traveler: The person is about to arrive at the gate. Questioning warfare: Day divination is very auspicious, indicating a vast expansion of territory.

畢法云：閉口卦體兩般推，龍加生氣吉遲遲（三月占）。課經云：亥加寅，乃旬尾加旬首，為閉口卦。如更值初末上下六合，則氣塞乎中。占病即啞，或患禁痢，或咽腫痰厥。占胎定是啞兒。占失脫，縱人見盜去，亦不肯言。求人說事，人皆閉口。纂要云：干上龍乘長生，當耐心靜守，自然亨泰，不可妄動。指掌賦云：癸為閉而丁為動，閉主死而動主生。

The "Bifa Fu" cites two lines: "Closed mouth divination requires two kinds of analysis." A closed mouth chart should be analyzed in two different situations. "Azure Dragon on Life Qi brings good fortune, but slowly." When the Azure Dragon is on top of Life Qi, it is indeed auspicious, but the good fortune comes slowly (original note: refers to starting the divination in the third month). The "Ke Jing" states that when亥 is placed on寅, it is a case of the end of a ten-day period added to the beginning, forming a closed mouth chart. If both the first and final transmissions are also combined with Liu He, the qi becomes blocked in the middle. In divination about illness, this may result in loss of voice, or contracting a condition like dysentery with difficulty speaking, or throat swelling, phlegm blockage, and fainting. In divination about pregnancy, it indicates giving birth to a mute child. In divination about lost items, even if someone saw the thief take it, they will not speak. When asking others to mediate matters, everyone remains silent. The "Zan Yao" states that when the day stem has the Azure Dragon riding on Longsheng, one should be patient and remain still, naturally achieving smoothness and security, and should not act recklessly. The "Zhi Zhang Fu" states that癸 indicates blockage while丁 indicates movement. Blockage signifies death qi, while movement signifies vital energy.