Important methods of divination used in various regions of China

五九．滑膩躁晦之氣色，如發現於決斷冒險之人，則應為隱忍含垢而成氣憤之病，驚魂動魄妨害而損無名之財；強迫進行，將成而忽敗；奢侈習慣，已得而復矢；侮人難堪，積羞而成遺患；剝人尤甚，含怒而生反動；哭泣誤於輕視，冷退誤於疎懈也。六十．滑膩躁晦之氣色，如發現於決斷在持重冒險之間，則應為內因外因而成逐時之病，戚累友欺而損要挾之財；誤於此而患於彼，得其一而損其二；自纏政策，幾經是非而不解除；兩可思想，幾經勞怨而不完善。此為決斷之持重冒險不同，而受損阻之謹慎倉猝各異也。

Fifty-Ninth, if the four colors of slickness, stickiness, dryness, and dullness appear on a person who is decisive and venturesome, it will result in hidden endurance and bearing humiliation, with anger accumulating in the chest and causing illness from blocked life qi; being startled and harmed without knowing the cause, suffering unexpected loss of money; pushing forward forcefully, seeing success near at hand, yet suddenly failing; being accustomed to luxury, losing what has already been obtained; insulting others and causing them embarrassment, accumulating shame which becomes future trouble; being too harsh in exploiting others, leading them to hold resentment and retaliate; handling funerals with negligence, causing the family's fortune to decline, and mismanaging affairs due to laziness and negligence. Sixtieth, if these four colors appear on a person who is cautious and venturesome, it will result in illness caused by internal and external factors attacking alternately, with intermittent flare-ups and recoveries; being burdened by relatives, deceived by friends, and forced to spend money by others; preventing one problem only to encounter another, gaining one thing but losing two; setting up one's own traps, getting entangled in several disputes that cannot be resolved; being indecisive, and experiencing several hardships without achieving completeness. It is evident that being decisive and venturesome differ, and when loss occurs, whether it is due to excessive caution or hasty action, it varies accordingly.

六一．滑膩躁晦之氣色，如發現於環境安全之人，則應為肥甘酒色而成邪侵之病，疎懈驕慢而損自恃之財；意外之損失，連帶之株累；輕視其小，而受滋漫之掣肘；嬌養其軀，而受投機之侵犯。六二．滑膩躁晦之氣色，如發現於環境逼迫之人，則應為動氣勞心而成腦力之病，去就不常而損犧牲之財；飄搖不定，得不償其失；濫交不查，功不補其過；權利沖突之爭端，意見支離之嫌嫉也。

Section 61: If the four colors of slickness, stickiness, dryness, and obscurity appear on someone in a stable situation, the consequences will be illness caused by indulgence in rich and fatty foods and excessive indulgence in wine and women, leading to the invasion of evil spirits; laziness, arrogance, and slow thinking, relying on family wealth to cause financial loss; additional unexpected losses and being implicated in others' troubles; because of neglecting small matters, they are hindered by them spreading out; because of over-coddling the body, they are invaded by those who take advantage of situations. Section 62: If these four colors appear on someone in a desperate situation, the consequences will be illness of the mind caused by anger and mental strain; uncertainty in staying or leaving, sacrificing money to cope with situations; unstable circumstances where gains do not compensate for losses; indiscriminate association with friends, leading to more harm than good; disputes over rights and conflicts of opinion causing suspicion and jealousy.

六三．滑膩躁晦之氣色，如發現界於安全逼迫之間，則為不矜細行而成嗜好之病，不戎成於微而損鎖碎之財；小受打擊，則憂疑不釋於目前；小有缺點，則顧忌不休於將來；恩恩怨怨，層迭不窮之是非；親親疎疎，糾纏不斷之遺累。此為環境之安全逼迫不同，而損阻之有因無因各異也。六四．滑膩躁晦之氣色，如發現於器量宏大之人，則應為無憂無慮而受六淫之病，舍輕全重而損小耗之財；小虧小累，而為義所屈；小挫小辱，而為時所忍；是非出於誤會，嫌嫉出於沉默也。

Section 63: If the four colors of slickness, dryness, clarity, and obscurity appear on someone whose situation is between stability and pressure, the outcome will be that neglecting small actions leads to illness in habits; not being careful in minor matters causes gradual loss of money; a slight setback leads to unresolved worries; a small flaw causes endless worries about the future; grievances pile up, and disputes never end; close and distant relationships entangle continuously, causing endless burdens. It is evident that the difference between a stable environment and one of pressure is significant. Whether the obstruction and loss result from cause or not varies accordingly. Section 64: If these four colors appear on a person of great capacity, the outcome will be that although free from worries, they still suffer from external pathogenic factors known as the 'six yin' diseases; sacrificing minor details for the greater good leads to some minor expenses; taking a small loss or enduring a little hardship is for the sake of righteousness; experiencing minor setbacks or humiliations is due to the necessity of patience and adaptability; most disputes arise from misunderstanding, and most jealousy comes from others' unwillingness to speak more.

六五．滑膩躁晦之氣色，如發現於器量窄狹之人，則應為傷神損腦而成神經之病，堅執倔強而損偏傲之財；不容惡，而惡反凌虐之；不忍辱，而辱再倍加之；惜其小而妨害其大，好其氣而種因其果也。六六．滑膩躁晦之氣色，如發現於器量界於宏大窄狹之間，則應為剋制不化而成氣血不宣之疾，輕重不當而損過分虛表之財；初忍而終不忍之是非官訟，始拒而終不拒之失足遺累；親親之仁，假以權柄而誤之；區區之怨，視以疎虞而忽之。此為器量宏大窄狹之不同，而受損之輕重亦各異也。

Section 65, if the four colors of slickness, dryness, heat and obscurity appear on a person with a narrow mind, the result will be damage to the spirit and brain, leading to nervous disorders; stubbornness and inflexibility, due to prejudice and arrogance, causing financial loss; being unable to tolerate wicked people, who in turn oppress him; being unable to endure humiliation, which in turn leads to greater humiliation; being overly concerned with small matters and thus harming greater ones, or striving for a momentary sense of pride and thus sowing the seeds of misfortune. Section 66, if these four colors appear on a person whose mind is of moderate breadth, the result will be inner restraint but inability to resolve, leading to illness due to blocked qi and blood flow; improper handling of matters, spending excessively to maintain appearances; initially being able to endure but eventually breaking down and causing legal disputes; initially refusing but eventually failing to resist and leaving future troubles; out of familial kindness, entrusting power to relatives, which results in delay; a small grudge, neglected due to carelessness. It is evident that the difference in the breadth of a person's mind leads to different degrees of harm.

一．木形清秀瘦長，修植而高，凡青潤之色，是其本質之色，而為平安之兆，合其木形故也；惟與白滑色相反而最忌，亦金克木之義也，最忌秋令，次忌冬令。二．火形尖露上炎，奇凸突兀，凡紅活之色，是其本質之色，而為平安之兆，合其人體故也；惟與黑枯之色相反而最忌，亦水克火之義也，最忌冬令，次忌春令。

First, people with the wood form are slender and tall, with a straight and upright posture. A green and moist complexion is their natural color, indicating safety, as it harmonizes with the wood form. However, white and slippery colors are contrary to them and most undesirable, which is the principle of 'metal overcoming wood.' Therefore, they most fear autumn (when metal is strong), and next fear winter. Second, people with the fire form have sharp and exposed features, with an intense and fiery presence, and their bones and flesh are peculiar and prominent. A red and lively complexion is their natural color, indicating safety, as it harmonizes with the fire form. However, black and withered colors are contrary to them and most undesirable, which is the principle of 'water overcoming fire.' Therefore, they most fear winter (when water is strong), and next fear spring.

三．金形方正堅實平厚而勻，凡白瑩之色，是其本質之色，而為平安之兆，合其金體故也；惟與紅赤之色相反而最忌之，亦火克金之義也，最忌夏令，次忌三六九全月之土令。四．水形圓厚而勻，韻長而宏，凡黑潤之色，是其本質之色，而為平安之兆，合其水體故也；惟與黃暗而滯之色最忌之，亦土克水之義也，最忌三六九全月，次忌秋令。

Third, people with the metal form have a square and solid body, which is flat and thick yet well-proportioned. Any white and clear coloration is the natural color of their essence, indicating safety, as it harmonizes with the metal form. The only color to be most avoided is red and crimson, which are opposite to metal and are particularly inauspicious, following the principle of 'fire overcoming metal.' Therefore, the most unfavorable time is summer (when fire is strong), followed by the months of March, June, September, and December, when earth is strong. Fourth, people with the water form have a round and thick body, which is well-proportioned, and their voice is long and resonant. Any black and moist coloration is the natural color of their essence, indicating safety, as it harmonizes with the water form. The only color to be most avoided is yellow and dull, which is particularly inauspicious, following the principle of 'earth overcoming water.' Therefore, the most unfavorable times are the months of March, June, and September when earth is strong, followed by autumn.

五．土形厚而不圓，局深而濁，聲緩而遲，凡黃潤之色，是其本質之色，而為平安之兆，合其土體故也；惟與青膩之色最忌之，亦木克土之義也，最忌春令，次忌夏令。六．各形於時令，亦有相當關係：春令不忌青潤，正二月尤以此為吉；夏令不忌紅躁，四五月尤以此為平安；秋令不忌白瑩，七八月猶以此為小吉；冬令不忌黑潤，而十冬月尤以此為平穩；三六九全月不忌黃明，尤以此為喜慶。此時令之順生也。

Fifth, people with a earthy constitution have a heavy and solid body shape, their structure is deep and profound, and their complexion tends to be turbid. Any yellow and moist color is the natural color of their essence, indicating safety, because it harmonizes with the earth element. However, green and greasy colors are most to be avoided, which is the principle of "wood overcoming earth." Therefore, spring (when wood is strong) is most to be avoided, followed by summer. Sixth, each body type has a corresponding relationship with the four seasons and the lunar months: in spring, green and moist colors are not to be avoided, and seeing them in the first and second lunar months is especially auspicious; in summer, red and dry colors are not to be avoided, and seeing them in the fourth and fifth lunar months is especially safe; in autumn, white and bright colors are not to be avoided, and seeing them in the seventh and eighth lunar months is considered a minor blessing; in winter, black and moist colors are not to be avoided, and seeing them in the tenth and eleventh lunar months is especially stable; in the third, sixth, and ninth lunar months when earth is strong, yellow and bright colors are not to be avoided, and seeing them brings especially good fortune. All these belong to the situation where the season and complexion are in harmonious and supportive relationship.

七．春令忌白慘色，正二月為尤不利；夏令忌黑枯，四五月為受大禍死厄；秋令忌紅赤色，七八月為受驚險橫禍；冬令忌黃黯色，十冬月為損失官訟；三六九全月忌青膩色，為疾厄冷退。此時令之相反也。此七項為五形四時之大略也。

Seventhly, in reverse: in spring, white and gloomy colors are to be avoided, and their appearance in January and February is especially unfavorable; in summer, black and withered colors are to be avoided, and their appearance in April and May indicates a great misfortune or even death; in autumn, red and crimson colors are to be avoided, and their appearance in July and August indicates encountering sudden dangers and calamities; in winter, yellow and dull colors are to be avoided, and their appearance in October and the eleventh month indicates financial loss and legal troubles; in the months of third, sixth, and ninth when earth is strong, green and greasy colors are to be avoided, and their appearance indicates illness, misfortune, and decline of family fortune. These all belong to situations where the seasonal timing and color are conflicting and opposite. The above seven points are a general summary of how the five phases' forms correspond with the four seasons' colors.

一、天嶽華蓋，專主平安亨吉之部位，及升遷進職，獲功得名，及家庭之順遂。常人則主財星旺而事實利，亦關乎個人之大計如何也。二、奏書專主大計之決定，函電交馳之往來，其中消息如何，公文信件之有所種因，事實交際之有所發生，亦關乎升遷調補之各項也。

First, the 'Tian Yue' and 'Hua Gai' areas on the forehead are specifically related to good fortune concerning safety and smooth progress: in official positions, they indicate promotion and advancement, achieving meritorious deeds and gaining recognition; in family matters, they signify harmony among family members. For ordinary people, these areas indicate the prosperity and strength of the wealth star, and that the things they undertake will yield real benefits. When making a judgment, one should also consider the major plans the person is currently pursuing, in order to apply the interpretation accurately. Second, the 'Zou Shu' area is specifically concerned with the final decision on major matters: whether correspondence is frequent, whether the messages received are good or bad, the reason for the official documents and letters, and what events will occur in social interactions are all examined from this area. Matters such as the promotion, transfer, and appointment of officials are also under the jurisdiction of this area.

三、印堂為全面部之元首，專主個人之吉凶禍福，大勢之安全與否，性命之關係如何，疾厄之重經如何，此為最重要之一，及關係正略也。四、輔角與日月角，為父母之正當關係，為名位之連帶關係，亦主家庭人口如何，血統之哭泣如何，以及未經預，而有發生者，乃意外之部位也。

Third, the area between the two eyebrows, known as the 'Yintang,' is the head of the entire face and governs all good and bad fortune, health, and calamities: whether the overall situation is safe, whether life is at risk, and the severity of illness or misfortune are all determined by this area. It is one of the most important parts overall and directly affects the success or failure of one's proper plans. Fourth, the 'Fujiao' and 'Riyuejiao' on the sides of the forehead are the proper locations for the parents' palace, and they also oversee the level of status and position, as well as the number of family members and whether there are any deaths or mourning events within the family. Any sudden events that occur without prior warning are also observed from these two areas, so they are considered parts that govern unexpected occurrences.

五、國印即顴骨之部位，關係人之權利，及升遷調補，得失成敗，亦關係弟兄叔侄，及個人之生存地位，此為重要部份之一，亦主父母孝服也。六、土星為坐守財之正當關係，及兩側關乎偏浮財、交際財各項。凡進財進祿，以此為專部；及得財失財，皆以此為用神，此為重要部份之一。

Fifth, the "national seal" refers to the area around the cheeks, which relates to a person's power and authority. The success or failure in promotions, transfers, and appointments are all judged by this area. It also takes into account the situation of siblings and uncles, as well as the person's standing in the world, making it one of the important areas. Matters concerning the mourning attire for parents are also observed here. Sixth, the nose tip is called "the earth star," which governs the steady and proper family wealth. The sides of the nose wings govern unexpected wealth, money obtained through social interactions, and other forms of income. All matters concerning income and official rank are specifically managed by this area. Whether wealth is gained or lost is also determined by this area as the "useful god," making it another important area.

七、輔角驛馬專為行動之關鍵，遠行之事實，其遠之成功與否，皆以此為用神；又連帶為流通之財源，而為外財也；又為行動之遠近，中道有無障礙也。八、奸門為妻妾之專部，而分左右也。其左奸門，為命妻，或嫡位之名義；右奸門為重配，或妾庶之名義。皆以此部定其妻妾宮之吉凶禍福、喜慶哭泣，以及疾厄死亡，又關妻族之哭泣，及各項事務也。

Seventh, "Fu Jiao" and "Yi Ma" are key to movement: whether one travels far or not, and whether a long journey can be completed, are all determined by these as the "Yong Shen"; they also relate to the flow and circulation of wealth, that is, external wealth earned outside; additionally, it also looks at how far the journey goes and whether there are obstacles along the way. Eighth, the area outside the corners of the eyes, called "Jian Men," is specifically in charge of the wife's palace, and it is divided into left and right: the left Jian Men governs the original wife, that is, the legitimate wife's status; the right Jian Men governs a second wife or a concubine's status. All good and bad fortune, happiness and misfortune, illness and calamity, even death, related to the wife's palace are judged from here; even whether there is death in the wife's family and various matters related to the wife's family are also included under this.

九、中勾陳為疾厄之正當事實，又主憂鬱思慮之連帶事實，亦主哭泣之連帶、妻妾子女之連帶，又主母族叔伯之人丁也。十、羅侯曜、計都曜，為弟兄姊妹之正當範圍，亦關公文書函等事，又主口舌交際，及六親往來籌商，而事實之聯絡進行各類也。

Ninth, the 'Zhong Gou Chen' located outside the big eye angle governs the actual circumstances of illness and misfortune, and also relates to matters of sorrow and worry in the mind, as well as domestic deaths and mourning, the success or failure of wives, concubines, and children, and also oversees the population status of the mother's family and the branch of uncles and cousins. Tenth, the 'Luo Hou Yao' and 'Ji Du Yao' located above and below the eyebrows govern the affairs of brothers and sisters, and also relate to matters concerning official documents and letters. Additionally, they oversee disputes involving speech, social interactions, and the communication and coordination between the Six Relations, as well as how matters are carried out.

十一、上勾陳為公文信件，略思慮，及有心理之顧忌，一切事實動念之初步，而有隱憂之牽制事項；左為外務之事，右為內務之事也。十二、福堂為官訟是非之正部，及嫌疑嫉垢之種因，又為外財動財之連帶關係，以及憂思鬱結、遲疑不決之事，而生遺累爭執也。

Eleventh, 'Upper Gou Chen' relates to the lord's correspondence and also signifies strategy, contemplation, and inner concerns; the initial step of any matter and hidden worries that restrain a person are observed here. The left side corresponds to external affairs, while the right side corresponds to domestic affairs. Twelfth, the area above the eyebrow, known as 'Fu Tang', is the main area governing legal disputes and conflicts; it is also the source of being suspected and disliked by others, leading to grievances. It also oversees external wealth and active finances, as well as matters of inner worry and hesitation that prevent decisive action—such matters often burden others and lead to disputes.

十三、三陽為子女之一部份，其子女之安全與否，或進子女之喜慶等項，又主疾厄之吉凶關係，為重要之一，以及結仇結怨，及爭名奪利之糾紛也。十四、三陰為子女之正部，其子女之安全與否，又主憂思之連帶而不可宣佈者，亦關係吉凶之一小部，亦主母族妻族之哭泣，又主疾厄之傍部也。

Thirteen, the area above the upper eyelid, known as the 'Three Yang,' is part of the children's palace, and it indicates whether the children are safe or not, as well as whether there will be joy from having more children. It also governs the fortune of illness and misfortune, making it a crucial area. In addition, disputes arising from conflicts with others, jealousy, and competition for fame and fortune also manifest here. Fourteen, the area of the lower eyelid, known as the 'Three Yin,' is the main part of the children's palace, and it also indicates the safety of the children. It is also connected to hidden worries and thoughts that one cannot easily express to others, making it a minor but important area for fortune. It also reflects the fortune of illness and misfortune, and it serves as an auxiliary area for these matters. The fate of the mother's family and the wife's family, including any deaths or mourning, is also observed here.

十五、蠶囊為子女之正部，凡子女有喜慶之事實、疾厄之事實、死亡之事實，皆以此為定論也，亦主血統戚屬之哭泣也。十六、玄武為驚險之正部，及暗害損失，官訟牢獄，輕則為重要口舌，重則為傷亡災厄，為吉凶重要部份之一。亦行動之可否，當以此為考查重要點，又關血光之傷殘，湯火瘡疥之類也。

Fifteenth, the area below the 'tender mite' (the area under the lower eyelid) is the main position for the children's palace: matters concerning the birth of children, illness and misfortune, even death and passing away, are all judged here; whether there is mourning or crying among relatives in the same clan should also be examined here. Sixteenth, 'Xuanwu' is the main area for unexpected fright and danger, including secret harm, sudden loss, legal troubles and imprisonment; minor cases may involve serious verbal disputes, while major ones may result in injury or disaster. It is one of the key areas for determining fortune and misfortune. Whether one should go out or take action should also be primarily assessed here; in addition, injuries involving blood, burns, scalds, sores, and similar ailments should also be examined through this area.

十七、兩腮號懸璧，即奴僕宮，關係奴僕牛馬之正部，又主盜小人之連帶關係，及遺失不明之財物，下人走失之拐騙等項。十八、法令為偏，及間接之關係，又主兼代之權祿，從中之負責，又主書面之策略、徵求之方針，及由此而達彼之間接行為也，或過渡之就範也。

Seventeenth, the area around the cheeks is called 「suspended jade」, which is the servant's palace, governing the people one employs and cattle and livestock; it also relates to disturbances from thieves and petty people, the loss of property without clear cause, and the loss or being deceived of servants. Eighteenth, the 「legal decree」 mark governs indirect relationships and secondary matters: positions and salaries obtained through proxy or by appointment, responsibilities undertaken as intermediaries, are all under its jurisdiction; additionally, strategies written down, policies sought through consultation, indirect methods of conveying messages from one party to another, or compromises made during transitional periods, are all assessed through this mark.

十九、命宮為先天之根，是疾厄之主部，專應病厄，及死生關係、痼疾宿病關係，以此為用也，及腎繫之通過地，亦關虛弱之疾也。二十、俞門為腎部之正繫，是大病厄之必要考查者，有死亡之區別，及疾病時間之久暫也。

Nineteenth, the "Ming Gong" area around the mountain root is the fundamental of innate constitution, and it is the main area for diseases and calamities: it specifically corresponds to various illnesses, critical moments of life and death, and chronic diseases that have been difficult to cure; from a medical perspective, this is also where the kidney meridian passes through, so diseases related to physical weakness should also be judged here. Twentieth, the "Yu Men" behind the ear is the correct corresponding area for the kidney: whenever there is a serious illness, this area must be checked: whether a person is alive or dead can be determined here, and the length of the illness can also be predicted from here.

廿一、命符為疾厄之一小部份，關係臨時發生之病厄，亦有相當之危險，及花柳淫慾之疾災、血光之酒病等項。廿二、下勾陳為疾厄之一小部份，關係常度種根之病厄，及溼氣水氣瘡疥之類，又有血統戚之連帶哭泣，關係輕微而不重也。

The twenty-first section, "Ming Fu," is a minor aspect of disease and calamity, governing sudden illnesses that occur temporarily, which can be quite dangerous; additionally, diseases caused by indulgence in sexual activities, injuries from bloodshed, and illnesses resulting from excessive drinking should also be considered under this section. The twenty-second section, "Xia Gou Chen," is another minor aspect of disease and calamity, governing chronic illnesses that develop gradually over time, as well as dampness, water-related ailments, sores, and skin conditions; it also relates to the absence or death of relatives within the same clan, although the significance of this aspect is relatively lighter and not as important.

廿三、年壽為疾厄之正當部位，故名疾厄宮。凡宿疾與臨時發生之病厄，皆以此為一定決斷，亦關伯叔之外哭泣，及回祿之災也。廿四、人中為船行之必要考查，關乎水之損失、船行之吉凶，亦主疾厄之痛症等類，而有死生關係也，亦主子女之一小部份，是其連帶也。廿五、承漿為船行之必要考查者，關乎水上之吉凶禍福，及有無水驚水災之例，及船行之貨物利源，有無損益也；又主瘡癢花柳之病，而成梅毒，亦主跌撲湯火之咎，而成疤痕之類也。

Twenty-third, the middle section of the nose is called "Nianshou," which is the fundamental position for diseases and calamities, hence also known as the "Ji'eqi Palace." Both long-standing chronic illnesses and sudden acute diseases are determined based on this area; the deaths of uncles and fathers, as well as calamities such as fires, are also related to this position. Twenty-fourth, the "Renzhong" is a crucial area for assessing boat journeys: whether there will be losses on the water and the fortune of the trip are judged here; it also governs pain-related illnesses and matters of life and death; additionally, it serves as a minor part of the children's palace, with a secondary relationship. Twenty-fifth, the depression below the lower lip is called "Chengjiang," which is also a key area for assessing boat journeys: all fortune and misfortune on the water are judged here, including whether there will be fright or water disasters; the amount of profit or loss from the cargo carried is also indicated here. Furthermore, it governs ailments such as sores, itching, and venereal diseases, which can develop into syphilis; injuries from falls, bruises, burns, and scars left on the body are also assessed from this area.

一、天嶽華蓋為高廣學堂，亦官祿之正部。凡有黃紫色，主吉慶，主升官進職，得祿獲功，常人則為進財源，進入丁；此時如有略進行，已占大體安全，及得十之七八利益。如有青色，主憂思鬱結，驚疑不定。如有滑膩色，主哭泣，及損血統關係之人丁，及有六親遺累，交際吃虧，暗害損失。如有紅色，主失官去職，損財冷退，亦主驚恐險阻。如現赤色，主孝服損人丁，及驚險危險，暗害官訟，牢獄伽鎖。如有白慘色，主孝服刑人丁，及大病厄。如有黑暗色，主百事不利，飛災橫禍，危險損失，惡疾瘟疫。依時令之生克、濃淡之輕重，為一定之事實；又因其人之程度如何、資格如何，以斷其大小耳。

First, the area around 「Heavenly Peak」 and 「Huagai」 is high and spacious, and in the art of physiognomy it is called 「High and Broad Academy」, which is the proper position for official rank. If this area shows yellow or purple, it indicates joy and celebration arriving at the door: officials may be promoted in rank and position, receive salary and achieve merit, while common people may experience an increase in wealth and an addition to family members. At this time, if there are plans to be carried out, they are generally considered secure, and one can expect about seven or eight parts of benefit. If it shows green, it indicates inner worry and depression, and uncertainty. If it shows oily and sticky color, it indicates loss and crying, and damage to family members, along with troubles from the six relations, loss in social dealings, and being secretly schemed against and suffering loss. If it shows red, it indicates losing official position and suffering financial loss, and the family falling into decline, also indicating fear and obstacles. If it shows red, it mainly indicates wearing mourning clothes, loss of family members, and danger and harm, along with lawsuits, and even being imprisoned. If it shows a dark white color, it indicates mourning, punishment, and harm to family members, or serious illness and disaster. If it shows a dark color, it indicates that all matters are not smooth, sudden misfortunes, danger and loss, and evil diseases and epidemics. When making a judgment, one must consider the current season and the relationship of generation and overcoming between the color and the season, as well as the depth and intensity of the color. Also, one must take into account the person's status and seniority to determine the extent of the matter. The same color, appearing on a person of high rank, indicates official position and authority, while appearing on a common person indicates wealth and family members.

二、奏書為大計之決定，公文信件之事實。如有黃紫色，主升遷進職，及有喜因之消息傳來，常人亦有財利之喜報。如有青滑膩色，主父母之困難、信件之羈留，及事實有憂愁不決，族戚牽制。如有紅赤色，主結仇構怨，及有不好之消息，損失之遺累。如有白慘色，主有人口災厄之信件，臨時發生之病厄。如有黑黯枯各色，主失官損祿，失權罷職，暗害危險驚險之函電，招嫉結怨，官訟牢獄。亦以濃淡重經，斷人之禍福大小久暫也。

Second, the "Zoushu" section mainly concerns the final decision on major matters and the truth of official documents and letters. At present, the appearance of yellow and purple colors indicates promotion and advancement in position, along with good news arriving, and common people will also receive favorable messages regarding wealth and profit. If the color is green but slick and sticky, it suggests difficulties for parents, delays in letters, troubles in decision-making, and being restricted by relatives. If the color is red and fiery, it indicates forming enmity with others, receiving bad news, and suffering losses due to being involved. If the color is bleak and pale, it suggests receiving news of calamity affecting family members or sudden illness. If the color is dark, dry, and withered, it indicates losing official position and power, being deprived of authority and dismissed from office, and receiving messages full of plots, danger, and alarm, along with jealousy, resentment, and even legal troubles and imprisonment. Similarly, one should judge the extent of good or bad fortune based on the intensity and depth of the color.the so-called "久暂" means whether the matter will be resolved immediately or will take a long time to conclude.

三、印堂為面部之元首，關係重要。如有黃紫色，主升官進權，獲功進祿，及旺人丁，常人亦主喜慶而旺財源。如有青滑膩各色，主小破敗，及小損失，及憂愁不遂，勞而無功，亦主小疾。如有赤紅色，主危險損失，牢獄柳鎖，及受傷與死亡之災，罷職失權也。如有白慘色，主百事不遂，刑剋人丁，疾厄流連，招嫉結怨。如有黑黯晦各色，主危險死亡，損失破敗，瘟疫牢獄之例。亦以濃淡輕重，為事實之決斷也。

Third, the "Yintang" area is the head of the entire face, and the matters it indicates are most important. If it shows a yellow or purple color, it signifies promotion, gaining power, establishing achievements, and increasing wealth; for common people, it also indicates joyous events and a flourishing source of income. If it shows a green color and is smooth, it indicates minor losses and setbacks, inner worries, things not going as planned, wasted effort with no results, and also suggests minor illness. If it shows a red or crimson color, it indicates danger and loss, possible imprisonment or bondage, leading to injury or even death; for officials, it may result in dismissal or loss of power. If it shows a pale or dismal color, it indicates all affairs going awry, causing harm to family members, prolonged illness, and attracting jealousy and enmity. If it shows dark, dull, or obscure colors, it indicates danger, death, loss, and misfortune, as well as epidemics and imprisonment. The method of interpretation is the same as before, still determining the actual situation based on the intensity and depth of the color: lighter colors indicate smaller matters, while darker colors indicate more serious matters, which is a general rule.

四、輔角驛馬為行動之正部，及流通之財源。如有黃紫色，主行動大利，及略行功而成功，又主遠信至，而得良好之消息。如有青滑膩各色，主中道停留，略逗留而生變化，遠信不至，及有損失障礙之信件。如有白慘色，主刑傷父母，或損家庭重要人丁。如有紅赤色，主行動之損失驚恐，貨物之損阻。如有黑黯枯各色，主行動有危險暗害，盜匪災厄，及孝服，不動為吉。亦以濃淡重輕、資格程度，為事實之判斷也。

Fourth, "Fu Jiao" and "Yi Ma" are the main indicators for movement and also relate to the flow of financial resources. The appearance of yellow and purple colors indicates smooth travel and the successful completion of plans, along with messages from afar bringing good news. If the color is green and slick, it suggests being delayed on the way, leading to unexpected changes, no messages from afar, or messages reporting losses or obstacles. If the color is pale and bleak, it indicates punishment or injury to parents, or the loss of an important family member. If the color is red or crimson, it suggests loss and fear during the journey, damage to goods, or being detained. If the color is black, dark, dry, or withered, it indicates danger and hidden harm, encountering bandits, or a family funeral; in such cases, it is better not to travel. The actual situation should still be judged based on the intensity and clarity of the color, as well as the person's status and experience. The greater the status, the more significant the implications of the same color.

五、日月角為父母之正部，及官祿之連帶。如有黃紫色，主父母康健平安，及官祿之進益。如有青膩滑各色，主父母憂愁，而有心病隱憂，亦主父母之疾病災厄，及官祿之停留不動。如有白慘色，主父母大疾厄，及哭泣之例。如有躁絳色，主父母與人爭端口舌，及本身之受影響劣跡。如有紅赤色，主父母凶危，及孝服，亦主家庭之大損失。如有黑黯枯各色，主父母驚險死亡，及本身損失官祿，損失財利。亦以濃淡重經、資格程度，而為判斷也。

Fifth, the "day angle" and "moon angle" on the forehead are the main positions for the parents' palace, and they also relate to official rank. If these areas show yellow and purple colors, it indicates that the parents are healthy and safe, and the person's official rank will also improve. If they appear blue and smooth, it suggests that the parents are worried and have unspoken troubles, and may even be ill or suffer misfortunes, while the person's official rank will stagnate and they will not be promoted. If they show a pale and white color, it indicates that the parents may have serious illness or disaster, possibly even death. If they appear dry and deep red, it suggests that the parents may have disputes with others and verbal conflicts, and the person may also be involved and suffer a bad reputation. If they show red and fiery colors, it indicates that the parents are in danger and may need to wear mourning clothes, and there will be major losses in the family. If they show dark, dull, and withered colors, it indicates that the parents may encounter danger or even die, and the person will lose their position and official rank, and suffer financial loss. The judgment should be made based on the intensity and depth of the color, and also consider the person's status and experience. For parents who are elderly, dangerous colors should be taken more seriously; for those in higher official positions, the loss of rank will be more severe.

六、國印為權祿之重要部位。如有黃紫色，主進權得祿，正當略而收實效，有必成也；又主直接之進行，為獲利益。如有青滑膩各色，主父母疾厄，弟兄姊妹叔伯有災厄急難，權位小有搖動。如有白慘色，主為不成，勞碌不功。如有躁絳色，主權位減等，招是非嫌疑，及結夙怨。如有紅赤色，主孝服及大損失，盜匪之驚險，牢獄之仇害，輕則主痔漏，重則主凶亡。如有黑黯枯各色，主損失破財，危險災厄，飛災橫禍，刑人丁之例；如輕則主內憂外患，六親爭端，及官訟糾纏之例。亦以濃淡輕重，因人之資格而決斷其吉凶禍福也。

Sixth, the 「Guoyin」 on the two cheeks represents the important area for authority and salary. If it shows a yellow or purple color, it indicates gaining authority and salary, and the current plans will be effective, ensuring success; it also suggests directly promoting something and gaining profit. If it shows a green color and is smooth, it indicates the parents suffering illness or misfortune, and the siblings, cousins, and uncles experiencing urgent difficulties, with the person's position slightly shaken. If it shows a pale white color, it indicates the plans will not succeed, resulting in wasted effort without any achievement. If it shows a dry and deep red color, it indicates a reduction in authority, bringing about disputes and suspicion, and rekindling old grudges. If it shows a red or crimson color, it indicates mourning and major losses, or being robbed, frightened by bandits, or imprisoned due to enmity; lighter cases may involve diseases like hemorrhoids, while severe cases may lead to a fatal outcome. If it shows dark, dry, or withered colors, it indicates financial loss, danger, misfortune, or sudden calamities, possibly even the loss of family members; even if it is less severe, it may involve internal and external troubles, disputes among the six relations, and legal troubles. The determination of fortune or misfortune should be based on the color's intensity and the person's status: for those in positions, it should be judged based on their authority; for those not in positions, it should be judged based on their home and the six relations.

七、土星為財帛之專部。如有黃紫色，主進祿，得財及事實之遂心。如有青滑膩各色，主小累損失，及為有挫折，以及得而復失，中道有障礙。如有躁絳色，主偏財損失，遊戲遺累。如有紅赤色，主火災，及冷退之破財，失祿罷職，官訟暗害，亦主損人丁。如有黑黯枯各色，皆為不祥，損人破財，亦主懸樑服毒，投河自剔，輕則官非口舌、疾病災厄，常人主六畜損失，皆以濃淡重經，為損失之大小也。如有白慘色，主叔伯哭泣，血統哭泣，及冷退也。

The seventh point is that the nose's "Earth Star" is the specific area governing wealth. If this area shows a yellow or purple color, it indicates gaining official rank and wealth, with everything going smoothly. If it shows a green color and is moist, it suggests minor troubles and losses, with affairs encountering obstacles and even losing money that was about to be obtained. If it shows a dry and deep red color, it indicates losses from unconventional sources, often due to indulgence and entertainment leading to troubles. If it shows a red or crimson color, it suggests fire-related incidents, or a decline in family fortune and financial loss, losing official position, getting into legal trouble, being deceived, and also indicates the loss of family members. If it shows black, dark, and withered colors, these are all ominous signs, causing harm to others and financial loss; in severe cases, there may be incidents such as hanging oneself, poisoning, or drowning; in lighter cases, there may be legal disputes, verbal conflicts, illness, and misfortunes. For common people, it may indicate loss of livestock. These should be judged based on the intensity and depth of the color to determine the extent of the loss. If a pale and sorrowful color appears, it indicates the death of a cousin or close relative, and also suggests a decline and deterioration of family fortune.

八、人中為船行之必要，子女之關係。如有黃紫色，主行動通達無阻，外順遂可成，而子女亦亨吉。如有青滑膩各色，主痛症之疾厄，及船行停留時日。如有絳躁色，主子女小疾。如有紅赤色，主子女之災厄，船行之損失。如有黑黯枯各色，主船行之驚險，損失破敗，盜匪之搶劫，拉搕翻船。如有白慘色，主侄甥之哭泣，及冷退之消耗，鬱結之疾厄。因其人與事實而斷之，可也。

Eighthly, the 'person's middle' is a crucial area to observe when traveling by boat, and it also relates to children. If it shows a yellow-purple color, it indicates smooth travel without obstruction, and all matters outside will proceed smoothly and be accomplished, with children also being safe and auspicious. If it shows a green color and is smooth, it indicates illness involving pain; when traveling by boat, there will be delays during the journey. If it shows a deep red and dry color, it indicates minor illness in the children. If it shows a red and fiery color, it indicates disaster befalling the children and loss in boat travel. If it shows dark, dry, and withered colors, it indicates danger in boat travel, loss and failure, or even robbery by bandits, or being dragged and collided into causing the boat to capsize. If it shows a pale and dismal color, it indicates the death of the nephew or甥 (cousin's son), the family's fortune declining and suffering losses, or illness caused by emotional distress. One must combine the individual's condition with the current situation for a comprehensive judgment: those traveling by boat should focus on the water route, while those staying at home should focus on the children.

九、命宮為疾厄之主部。如有黃紫色，主先天強健，後天無虧，平安無疾。如有青滑膩色，主傷陰失眠，神不守宅之疾。如有躁絳白慘各色，主有一脈之叔伯哭泣，及同室操戈，遺累小損。如有紅赤色，主驚險凶危，官訟暗害，及失火燭。如有黑黯枯各色，主腎病弱疾，及死亡之病厄，或花柳有形之災毒。如有青筋橫過，主遺精及宿病；小兒主遺尿，及增氣痛。

Ninth, the 'Ming Gong' at the mountain root is the main area governing health and misfortunes. If it shows yellow or purple color, it indicates strong constitution from birth and no loss in later life, ensuring safety and freedom from illness. If it appears green and slick, it suggests injury to the yin aspect and insomnia at night, indicating a disorder where the spirit cannot remain settled in the dwelling. If it shows dry and deep red or pale colors, it suggests the death of a paternal uncle or cousin, or internal family conflicts leading to minor losses. If it shows red or fiery colors, it indicates encountering danger, legal troubles, being deceived, or water loss and fire accidents. If it shows black, dark, dry, or withered colors, it indicates kidney deficiency and weak body, possibly leading to serious illness or even life-threatening conditions, or symptoms of venereal diseases. If there are green veins running across this area, it indicates nocturnal emissions and old diseases; in children, it suggests bedwetting and ailments like hernia and abdominal pain.

十、命門為疾厄之正部，內屬腎絡。如有黃紫白潤各色，均無疾厄。如有青滑膩各色，主小病流連，及憂思鬱結。如有紅赤慘色，主大病，有定根疾，及驚悸失智，神經昏亂。如有黑黯枯色，主惡病死災，以此為腎絕，而無救他。

The tenth point is that the "Mingmen" area in front of the ear is the main area governing illness and misfortune, and from a medical perspective, it belongs to the kidney meridians. If this area shows yellow, purple, or white and moist colors, it indicates that there are no diseases or misfortunes in the body. If it shows a greenish color and is smooth, it indicates a minor illness that lingers and unresolved worries in the mind. If it shows red or a pale color, it indicates a serious illness with a deep-rooted condition, possibly accompanied by palpitations, loss of mental clarity, and confusion. If it shows a dark, dry, and withered color, it indicates a deadly illness—physiognomists regard this as a sign of the kidney energy being completely cut off, and it is considered incurable.

十一、命符為疾厄之正部。如冬令有黃黯色，主死災惡病，其它時令無礙。紫白明潤各色，主無疾而平安。如有青滑膩色，主小疾，及血光花柳。如有紅赤躁絳色，生口舌爭端，及瘟疫時疾。如有黑枯慘各色，主水驚，及久病酒病溼氣之例。

Eleventhly, the 'Ming Fu' also indicates the main area affected by illness and misfortune. If one sees a yellow and dull color during winter, it indicates a fatal illness; but if seen in other seasons, it is not a great concern. If one sees a bright and moist purple or white color, it indicates no illness and a peaceful state. If one sees a green color that is smooth and slick, it indicates a minor illness, as well as injuries involving blood or venereal diseases. If one sees a red or dry red color, it indicates disputes involving words or contracting epidemic or seasonal diseases. If one sees black, dry, or pale colors, it indicates being startled on water, chronic illness, illness from excessive drinking, or ailments related to dampness.

十二、中勾陳為疾厄之正部，及連帶憂鬱。如有黃紫色，主平安無病苦也。如有青滑膩各色，主憂鬱多思，糾纒牽制，又主失眠多夢，及胃肺之疾，又主溼氣水氣上泛之例。如有紅躁赤絳，主口舌爭端，交際失效，及哭泣刑人丁。如有黑黯枯慘，主弱症、腰痛腿疼，病疾不愈，又主刑人丁而冷退耗財，遺累牽制，而有暗害也。

Twelfth, "Zhong Gou Chen" is the main area governing diseases and calamities, and it also relates to worries and mental burdens. If it shows a yellowish-purple color, it indicates safety, no illness, and no pain. If it appears green and slick, it suggests excessive worry and entanglement in matters, leading to difficulty in resolving issues; it also indicates insomnia and dreams, as well as diseases related to the stomach and lungs, and internal dampness or water stagnation rising. If it shows red and dry or deep crimson, it indicates disputes involving speech, wasted effort in social interactions, and loss within the family with a reduction in population. If it appears dark, dry, and dull, it indicates physical weakness, pain in the waist and legs, and chronic illness that does not heal; it also suggests loss of family members, decline in family fortune, and financial loss, being hindered by others, and hidden harm from others.

十三、下勾陳為疾厄之一小部。如有黃紫白潤之色，主平安無疾。如有青滑膩各色，主溼氣定根，及時疾沉疾。如有紅赤躁絳，主溼熱症，及手足病，而筋骨疼痛，又主口舌內是非，六親之累，兄弟姊妹之爭。如有黑黯枯慘各色，主母族哭泣，叔伯哭泣，及痰飲疤塊之例也。

Thirteenth, "Lower Gou Chen" represents a minor aspect of illness and misfortune. If it appears yellow and purple with a white and moist luster, it indicates peace and no illness. If it appears green and slick, it suggests that dampness has taken root within the body, or that one has contracted a seasonal illness or a chronic, difficult-to-cure disease. If it appears red or dry and deep red, it indicates symptoms of damp-heat, as well as ailments of the hands and feet, muscle and bone aches; it also signifies internal disputes, troubles from the Six Relations, and conflicts among brothers and sisters. If it appears black, dark, withered, and dull, it indicates loss within the maternal family or among uncles and cousins, and also suggests the presence of phlegm and drink in the body, as well as symptoms such as bodily masses and lumps.

十四、年壽為疾厄之正部，故號疾厄宮。如有黃紫白潤之色，主一歲平安。如有青滑膩色，主胃病哽噎，飲食減少，及顧忌遠憂。如有白慘色，主骨肉戚之哭泣，連帶之累損。如有絳躁色，主肝氣不舒之疾，及目病，動氣吃虧。如有紅赤色，主火災驚損，及吐血痔漏。如有黑黯枯各色，主痼瘋疾不愈，及刑重要人丁，及危險自剔。又以黑黯色加塵點方死，次亦憂愁而死，環境惡劣也。

The middle section of the nose, known as the "year and longevity" area, is the main position for diseases and calamities, hence called the "disease and misfortune palace." If this area shows yellow or purple with a smooth and moist appearance, it indicates a peaceful and safe year. If it shows a greenish color and is smooth and moist, it suggests stomach illness, difficulty in swallowing, reduced appetite, and worries and long-term anxieties in the mind. If it shows a pale and dull color, it indicates the death of close family members, and the person themselves will suffer losses and troubles. If it shows a deep red and dry appearance, it indicates liver stagnation and eye diseases, as well as being prone to anger and suffering losses. If it shows a bright red color, it indicates fire-related accidents, fright, and losses, as well as nosebleeds and hemorrhoids. If it shows dark, dull, and withered colors, it indicates chronic and incurable diseases, the loss of important family members, and even the risk of suicide. It is also important to note that when the dark and dull color is covered with a layer of dust-like spots, it indicates the time of death. If it is one step less severe, the person will die in sorrow and under very bad circumstances.

十五、奸門為妻妾官之正部。如有黃紫色，主妻宮喜慶，而有喜因也。如有白慘色，主妻族之哭泣，及外孝服也。如有青滑膩色，主妻宮多病厄，而有隨身宿病也，故經云：奸門青筋上露，常蓄病妻，左妻右妾也。如有黃青二色合併，則病中化喜也，或喜中有病也。如有躁絳色，主妻宮口舌，及暗助後家。如有紅赤色，主妻宮驚險、火災，及妻族連帶之累。如有黑黯枯色，主刑妻妾，亦要中勾陳絳暗方應也，否則大病大災。如有雜花三四色混合，主妻妾姦淫邪行，或為本身花柳病厄。故黃明者，得妻族之助，而進財也。

The fifteenth point: The "Jian Men" located outside the eye is the main position for the wife's palace. If this area shows a yellow or purple color, it indicates that the wife's family is experiencing joy and there is a real cause for celebration. If it appears pale and white, it suggests that there is a death in the wife's family, and the person will have to mourn for the maternal side. If it is green and slick, it indicates that the wife is often sick, suffering from a chronic illness. Therefore, the book of physiognomy says that if the Jian Men has green veins visible, the family often keeps a sick wife; the left side corresponds to the main wife, and the right side corresponds to a concubine. If both yellow and green colors appear together, it means that there is a transition from illness to joy, or joy mixed with illness. If it appears dry and deep red, it indicates arguments with the wife or secretly supporting the wife's family. If it appears red and intense, it suggests that the wife faces danger or fire, or is involved in troubles from the wife's family. If it appears dark and dry, it indicates harm to the wife or concubine. However, this only truly indicates such harm if the "Zhong Gou Chen" also shows a dark red color; otherwise, it may only mean a serious illness or disaster. If there are three or four mixed colors appearing like falling flowers, it suggests that the wife or concubine has immoral behavior, or the person has contracted a sexually transmitted disease. Conversely, if this area is yellow and bright, it indicates that the wife's family will help and bring in wealth. When examining this area, the left and right sides must be analyzed separately, and not treated as one.

十六、羅曜計曜為弟兄之正部，及附代口舌，與公文信件也。如有黃紫色，主弟兄姊妹安好，及略有成；如黃紫而動，則有喜信至，或公文委狀也，常人則有進財之喜信。如有青滑膩色，則有弟兄姊妹之累，及憂愁不決之事。如有白慘躁絳各色，則主弟兄姊妹連帶之哭泣，亦主遺累。如有紅赤之色，主官訟口舌，遺累暗害，嫌疑是非，右內左外也。如有黑黯枯色，主弟兄姊妹之哭泣，及連帶之損失，不好之消息，憂驚之信件必至也。

The sixteenth position, the " LuoHouYao " and " JiDuYao " at the inner corners of the eyebrows, correspond to the position of the brothers' palace, and also oversee disputes and official documents. If this area shows a yellow-purple color, it indicates that brothers and sisters are safe and sound, and plans are somewhat successful; if the yellow-purple color fluctuates and becomes active, there will be good news, or official documents and appointments will arrive, and common people will receive good news about gaining wealth. If it shows a green color that is slick and smooth, it indicates being dragged down by brothers and sisters, and there will be matters that are difficult to decide. If it shows a dark white or dry and deep red color, it indicates that there is a death among brothers and sisters, and one will be involved and affected. If it shows a red or reddish color, it indicates legal disputes and being involved in troubles, being deceived and suspected, causing disputes and accusations; the right side corresponds to family matters, and the left side corresponds to external matters. If it shows a black, dark and withered color, it indicates that there is a death among brothers and sisters, and oneself will also be affected, and bad news and alarming letters will certainly follow one after another. This area corresponds to internal and external matters on both sides, with the right side corresponding to family matters and the left side corresponding to external matters.

十七、兩眉主正當略之部位。如有青滑膩色，主憂愁而有顧忌。如有黃紫色，主略有成，事實順利，及弟兄之喜慶。如有油黯枯慘色，主交際是非，冷退破財，陰暗害，謨嫉爭端。如有紅赤黑色，主驚險牢獄，損失哭泣之例。

The seventeenth point: the area around the eyebrows is the part that indicates strategic thinking. If this area shows a dark blue color that is smooth and glossy, it indicates inner worry and hesitation. If it shows a yellowish-purple color, it indicates that plans will succeed and matters will proceed smoothly, with joy among siblings. If it shows an oily, dark, dry, and dull color, it indicates disputes in social interactions, a decline in family fortune and financial loss, being secretly harmed by others, and conflicts arising from jealousy. If it shows red or black color, it indicates encountering danger or even imprisonment, or loss and mourning.

十八、福堂為外財之正部，及外交是非之例。如有黃紫色，主進外財，及流通之財源，交際成功而有效，同舟共濟而互利。如有青滑膩色，主外交之是非，嫌疑之影響，意見不合，各走極端也。如有紅赤絳躁色，主讒嫉官訟，交際生中變而無效，同見連累而損失。如黑黯慘枯各色，主盜之患，瘟疫之災，以及惡劣消息，損失破敗，或因知己包圍，遊戲縱慾，先破財而後災患也，又為暗殺之機，種因於此也。

Eighteen, the area above the eyebrow known as the "Fu Tang" is the main area governing external wealth and also oversees matters related to external interactions and disputes. If this area shows a yellow or purple color, it indicates gaining external wealth, smooth financial circulation, effective social interactions, and mutual benefit in cooperation. If it appears green and slick, it suggests disputes in external dealings, suspicion from others, disagreement, and each party holding their own views. If it shows red, deep crimson, or dry and parched colors, it indicates being slandered and envied, possibly leading to legal troubles, changes in social interactions resulting in failure, and both parties suffering losses. If it appears black, dark, bleak, or withered, it signifies the risk of theft, epidemic diseases, hearing bad news, and suffering losses or decline; or being surrounded by so-called friends who indulge in pleasures and excess, leading to financial loss followed by misfortune. This area also harbors the signs of being secretly harmed by others, with the root cause lying here.

十九、三陽為子女之正部。如有青黃而潤者，主進子星。如有紫躁而潤者，主進女星。如有滑膩絳色，主憂思遠慮，結怨生非，多狐疑顧忌，而釀成也。如有紅赤色，主驚恐災厄，官訟破敗。如有黑黯慘枯色，主瘟疫惡病而死，又主刑子女之哭泣。如有赤縷下侵入目者，主驚險傷身，輕亦主成殘疾，毀其飢膚，傷其肢體也。

Nineteenth, the "Three Yangs" on the upper eyelid represent the official position of the children's palace. If it appears as a greenish yellow and moist, it indicates the birth of a son. If it appears purple and dry yet still moist, it indicates the birth of a daughter. If it shows a smooth deep reddish color, it indicates excessive worry and contemplation, forming grievances with others, being suspicious and cautious, and events gradually developing in this way. If it shows a red and fiery color, it indicates being startled, suffering misfortune, getting into legal trouble, and causing decline. If it shows a dark, gloomy, and withered color, it indicates contracting a plague or severe illness leading to death, as well as punishment of children and family loss. If one sees a fine red thread-like pattern descending into the eye, it indicates encountering danger and injury, with minor cases resulting in disability, damage to skin and flesh, and injury to limbs.

二十、三陰為子女之正部。如有青黃明潤者，主進子星。如有紫躁明潤者，主進女星。如有滑膩枯黯各色，主疾厄，及子女之不旺，亦為酒色過度，精神萎頹。如有赤紅色，主子女血光之傷，瘡折之疾，或湯火跌撲之咎也。如有黑慘色，主受暗害，刑子女，亦主妻族姑嫜之哭泣，刑骨肉戚也，又主夙怨嫁及禍，私仇報復，而藉故之爆發也。

The twenty-first, the "Three Yin" on the lower eyelid is also the main position for the children's palace. If this area shows a clear, bright, and moist yellowish color, it indicates the birth of a son. If it shows a purple color that is dry and rough but still bright, it indicates the birth of a daughter. If it appears slippery, dry, or dark and dull, it suggests illness or misfortune, and the children will not thrive, also indicating that the person has indulged excessively in alcohol and pleasures, leading to physical and mental exhaustion. If it shows a bright red color, it indicates that the children may suffer from injuries involving blood, or diseases such as sores or broken bones, or accidents like burns, scalds, falls, or bruises. If it shows a dark and gloomy black color, it indicates being secretly harmed by others, causing harm to the children, and also suggests the death of the wife's family or the grandparents' generation, with close relatives suffering injuries or punishments. It also indicates that old grudges may turn into disasters, or that someone with personal vendettas may suddenly take revenge under some pretext.

廿一、蠶囊為子女之傍部，亦關係疾厄哭泣。如有青赤筋直露下插者，主外哭泣，多應母族妻族，及血統戚屬，有重要關係，左應男丁，右為女丁，又有女格而反應之。如有赤青筋彎曲下插，則損至戚，而略疏遠者，或由信傳噩耗之例。如青赤筋平橫而露，則刑子女，輕亦主子女之大災。如有青滑膩枯各色，主小疾，主憂思不決之例。如有紅赤黑慘各色，主陰險欺詐，疾厄惡症，亦主花柳病，又主淫亂招禍，冷退損失，子女災厄而刑剋也。如有黃紫色，主子女喜慶，亦主陰騭善功等類也。

The twenty-first point: The "silkworm sac" beneath the lower eyelid is an auxiliary part of the children's palace, and it also relates to illness and death. If there are straight blue or red veins extending downward, it indicates there will be mourning in the family, mostly affecting the maternal relatives, the wife's family, and close relatives of the same clan, and the relationship is serious. The left side indicates male descendants, and the right side indicates female descendants; for women, the left and right are opposite. If the blue or red veins are curved and extend downward, the loss will be to more distant relatives or through bad news received by letter. If the blue or red veins are horizontal and exposed, it indicates harm to children, and even if it is mild, it suggests children will suffer great misfortune. If the veins appear pale, slippery, dry, or withered, it indicates minor illness or inner worries and indecision. If the veins appear red, dark red, or black and gloomy, it indicates being deceived by sinister people, suffering from serious illness or malignant disease, and also suggests contracting venereal disease; it also indicates being punished for immorality, the family falling into decline, and children suffering misfortune leading to harm. If the veins appear yellow or purple, it indicates joy for children, and also suggests the person has accumulated Yin virtue or done good deeds. This area distinguishes the severity and closeness of the situation based on the straight, curved, and horizontal shapes of the veins, and it is most important to pay attention to these.

廿二、元武為驚險是非之正部，憂思疑慮之旁部。如有黃紫白潤各色，皆平安無阻，雖在危險界中，亦無妨礙。如有青赤筋下插，主結夙怨，而生三年之憂疑暗害，或主三年官訟糾纒時日。如有青滑膩色，主招讒嫉，而見小驚恐，及暗害爭端。如有紅赤色，主牢獄拘留，驚險災厄。如有躁絳慘色，主連帶之驚恐，遺累之損失，小人之暗害，憂疑之信件。如有黑枯黯滯色，主飛災橫禍，危險殘傷，及刑人丁，而有意外之禍，招意外之損，以其人資格而斷之也。

The Twenty-second, "Yuanwu" is the main position governing sudden fright, danger, and disputes, and the auxiliary position for worries and doubts. If yellow, purple, or white and smooth colors appear here, they indicate peace and no obstacles. Even if one is in a dangerous situation, harm will not occur. If blue or red veins extend downward, it indicates old grievances, and there will be worries and hidden dangers for the next three years, or being entangled in legal troubles during those three years. If green and slippery colors appear, it indicates being slandered and envied, encountering minor frights, and facing schemes and conflicts. If red or bright red colors appear, it indicates imprisonment, danger, and calamity. If dry, deep purple, and dull colors appear, it indicates being involved and frightened, suffering losses due to being dragged into matters, with small people secretly harming one, or receiving letters that cause worry and suspicion. If black, dry, dark, and dull colors appear, it indicates sudden misfortunes, dangers, injuries, or even loss of family members—these are all unexpected misfortunes and losses, which should still be judged according to one's status and position. Since this section mainly concerns unexpected events, seeing an evil color should prompt one to remain calm and still.

廿三、腮頤為奴僕官。如有黃紫白潤色，主得下人之輔佐，而得忠實厚之奴僕也。如有青滑膩色，主奴僕小愉，遺失物品。如有躁絳色，主奴僕口舌，下人是非。如有黑暗如煙，染皂如塵，則主奴僕暗害，而有下犯上之舉動，及奴僕犯罪，而累及主人之例，亦主損牛馬六畜之例。如有黑黯枯色，主奴僕盜物私逃。如有紅赤色，主奴僕有牢獄之災，連帶之累，以及牛馬六畜，而成官訟也。

The twenty-third interpretation: The area around the cheeks, known as the "Sai Yi," represents the servant's palace. If this area shows yellow or purple with a white and moist appearance, it indicates that servants will be loyal and helpful. If it appears blue and slick, it suggests that servants may steal or cause loss within the household. If it shows dry and deep red color, it indicates disputes among servants or conflicts between them. If it appears dark like smoke or dirty like dust, it suggests that servants may secretly harm the household, or that servants may commit crimes and involve the master, or that livestock may be harmed. If it appears black and dry, it indicates that servants may steal and run away. If it shows red and fiery color, it suggests that servants may face legal troubles or be involved in lawsuits due to livestock issues. The left and right cheeks can be divided into internal and external. Those employed within the household should be represented on the inner side, while those hired from outside should be represented on the outer side.

廿四、承漿為船行之正部。凡黃白紫潤各色，皆宜船行，及水上之利源亨吉。如有青滑膩色，主水上之虛驚，及下部之小病。如有摻躁絳色，主戲逆之口舌，及花柳病。如有紅赤色，主情慾之驚恐，船行之損失。如有黑枯黯滯各色，主水災之厄，不宜船行也，又主醉死，及花柳惡痛，而成殘廢也。

Number twenty-four, "Chengjiang" is the main area governing boat travel. If it shows yellow, white, purple, or other moist and lustrous colors, it is favorable for boat travel and profits from water-related activities will be smooth and prosperous. If it shows a smooth greenish color, it indicates a false alarm on the water and minor ailments in the lower body. If it shows a dark, dry, and dull red color, it suggests disputes caused by mockery or rebellion, or infection of a sexually transmitted disease. If it shows red or crimson, it indicates alarm from matters of desire and potential loss during boat travel. If it shows black, dry, dark, and dull colors, it indicates a water disaster and should not travel by boat; it also suggests death from drunkenness or disability due to a severe sexually transmitted disease. Anyone planning to travel by water must first examine this area before departure.

公篤曰：氣色為臨時之吉凶禍福，人所共知，所以知之者，能趨吉避凶耳，故上例各項，皆詳細說明。不過格局各有本質之不同，各有地位之懸殊，各有智識之賢愚，各有環境之優劣，各有年齡之老少，各有性質之剛和。持鑑者因其人而斷之可也，據其濃淡輕重而分其層次可也。蓋氣色為先天動機，吉凶引子，吉者趨而就之，擴大進行可也。其凶危尚可避乎？曰：能避凶危也。

Chen Gongdu said: The appearance of auspicious or inauspicious colors reflects the immediate fortune or misfortune of the present moment, which everyone knows. The reason for understanding it is simply to seek good fortune and avoid misfortune. Therefore, I have explained each point in detail above. However, people differ in their inherent constitution, social status varies, their wisdom differs between the wise and the foolish, their circumstances are good or bad, their ages are old or young, and their temperaments are strong or gentle. Those who use mirrors to observe people should judge according to the specific situation of the person, and further distinguish the depth and intensity of the color. One must know that the appearance of colors is the manifestation of the heavenly qi movement before the occurrence of good or bad fortune; it is the harbinger of impending good or bad fortune. When auspicious colors appear, one should seize the opportunity and take bold action to achieve great results. Then, can misfortune be avoided? My answer is: misfortune can indeed be avoided.

夫危險分兩種：有行動而遇危險，則先有權利引誘，財源動念也；有不行動之危險，則有權利牽制，人口羈絆也。故行動之危險，不貪其權利，不動其慾望，坐守可避也；如不行動之危險，能舍其權利，不為親屬所羈絆，毅然而去之，皆可避也。大危險能行一千里，可保無虞；小危險急行三百里，可得安全，皆在當時有一定決心耳。至於官訟遲遲而和解，口舌謙恭而忍解，結怨佈德可化解，暗害預防可避解，嫌疑謹慎可調解，疾厄修養可化解，諸如此類也。

There are two kinds of danger: one is encountered when one goes out, which is mostly caused by previous attractions of power, wealth, or profit, or by the movement of wealth stirring one's thoughts; the other is unavoidable even when one stays still, usually due to being bound by power or held back by family members. Therefore, for dangers caused by action, if one does not desire power and does not entertain such thoughts, simply sitting still can avoid them. For dangers that occur even when one does not move, if one is willing to give up power and is not held back by relatives, and decisively withdraws, they can also be avoided. Major dangers can be escaped by fleeing a thousand li; minor dangers can be avoided by rushing three hundred li— the key lies entirely in whether one can make a decision at the right time. As for lawsuits, delaying can lead to reconciliation; verbal disputes can be resolved through humility and courtesy; accumulated grievances can be dispelled by showing more kindness; hidden harm can be avoided by being vigilant; suspicion from others can be resolved by being cautious; and illness or misfortune can be overcome by quiet rest and proper care. All these are based on the same principle.