Determining the Ten Levels of Wealth, Honor, Poverty, and Low Status

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

When a person meets theWealth-salary star star, their character is strong and determined, and they can accomplish many things. Officials who receive this star may be promoted. If it combines with Star of examinations and documents and Star of talent and eloquence stars, their wealth, food, and official positions will flow continuously, bringing glory to their family. TheWealth-salary star star in the命宫 is most unfavorable when it is冲犯 by others. If it is combined with Malefic of delay and entanglement and Malefic of violence, their blessings will be incomplete. If it further combines with Star of wisdom and adaptability, Void malefic, Plunder malefic, and 化忌, they may end up becoming monks or Taoists in a quiet place, enjoying a peaceful life.

祿存入女命吉凶訣：女命若遇祿存星，紫府加臨百事寧，更遇同貞相湊合，必然註定是夫人。祿存入命陷宮來，空劫火鈴必為災，若無吉曜來相湊，夫妻分離永不諧。

For a female's destiny, if theWealth-salary star star is present, and theThe Emperor star andTreasury star and command star stars are also present, all affairs will be peaceful and stable. If theStar of blessings and廉贞 stars are also present, she is destined to become a诰命夫人. However, if theWealth-salary star star is in a declining palace, and theVoid malefic, Plunder malefic, Malefic of violence, and Hidden-fire malefic stars are present, it will bring disaster. If no good stars are present to harmonize, the marriage will be broken, and harmony will never be achieved.

祿存入限吉凶訣：祿存主限最為良，作事求謀盡吉祥，仕吏逢之多轉職，庶人遇此足錢糧。祿存主限壽延長，作事營謀萬事昌，更有科權兼左右，定知此限富倉廂。祿存祿主多富足，婚姻嫁娶添嗣續，更兼科祿又同宮，必主榮華享厚福。祿存交馳限步逢，最怕劫空相遇同，更兼太歲惡星沖，限倒其年入墓中。

The limit period governed byWealth-salary star is the most favorable: all affairs are auspicious, officials often receive promotions and transfers, and common people experience abundance in money and grain. The limit period underWealth-salary star can prolong life and ensure prosperity in all endeavors. If it is further accompanied by化科 and化权 along withAuxiliary auspicious star andAuxiliary auspicious star, this limit will certainly bring full granaries. As the master of wealth and official rank,Wealth-salary star often indicates wealth and sufficiency, allowing for marriage and family expansion. If it is further combined with化科 and化禄 in the same palace, one will certainly achieve honor and prosperity, enjoying great blessings. When the limit period reaches the intersection ofWealth-salary star, it is most dangerous if it meetsPlunder malefic andVoid malefic at the same time. If the flow year's Tai Sui (sovereign star) and evil stars conflict, the limit period becomes inverted, and in that year, one may die in disgrace.

魁鉞火，即天乙貴人，若人身命逢之，更得諸吉加臨，三合吉星守照，必少年登科及第，逢凶忌不為文章秀士，可為弟子之師，限步逢之必主清高，名成利就。大抵此星若身命逢之，雖不富貴亦主聰明，為人秀麗清白，有威可畏，有儀可象。女命逢吉多為宰相婦，逢凶殺也主富貴。

The stars "Tiankui" and "Tianyue" belong to the Five Phases of fire, which in the命书 is referred to as "Tianyi Nobleman." If a person's body palace and命宫 encounter these stars, and are further supported by many auspicious stars, with favorable stars guarding and illuminating from all directions, they will certainly achieve success at a young age and pass the imperial examinations. If these stars meet malevolent stars and the evil star, although they may not become outstanding scholars, they can still serve as teachers to students; their path will be limited to this point, but they will certainly be noble and upright, achieving fame and success. In general, if these two stars fall into the body palace and命宫, even if one does not attain great wealth, they will still indicate intelligence, beautiful appearance, moral integrity, and a dignified presence that commands respect. For women, encountering these stars brings the possibility of becoming the wife of a high-ranking minister; even if they meet malevolent stars, they will still be prosperous and wealthy.

魁鉞入命限吉凶訣：魁鉞命身限遇昌，常人得此足錢糧，官員遇此高遷擢，必定當年面帝王。

If Tian Kui and Tian Yue fall in the命宫, Shen Gong, or in the current destiny and fortune, and also meet with Wen Chang, common people will have sufficient money and grain; officials who encounter this will be promoted and appointed, and they will certainly have the opportunity to meet the emperor in the same year.

擎羊火金，北斗浮星，化氣為刑。入廟權貴，身旺形粗破相，剛強果決，好勇鬥狠，機謀狡詐，橫立功名，能奪君子之權，喜西北生人為福，宜命在四墓宮廟地，亦喜四墓生人，會日月男克妻而女剋夫，會昌曲左右有暗痣斑痕，居卯酉陷宮作禍興殃，傷殘帶疾目眇。

"Qingyang" belongs to the element of fire and also metal, and is a floating star among the Big Dipper. Its transformed energy is "punishment." When it is in its proper position, it brings authority and prestige: the person has a strong body, a rough appearance with a disfigured face, a strong and decisive nature, a tendency towards bravery and violence, deep and cunning schemes, and the ability to achieve unexpected success and even seize power from virtuous people. It favors those born in the Northwest direction, as they will gain blessings. It is suitable when the命宫 (destiny palace) falls in the four墓 (burial) positions: Chen, Xu, Chou, and Wei, and also favors those born in the years of the four墓. If it combines with the Sun or the Moon, men will harm their wives and women will harm their husbands. If it combines with Wen Chang, Wen Qu, Zu Fu, or You Bi, there will be dark birthmarks on the body. When it falls in theMao Palace (Rabbit palace) orYou Palace (Rooster palace), which are adverse positions, it brings calamity and misfortune, leading to injuries, illness, and partial blindness in the eyes.

六甲六戊寅申生人守命，主其人孤單，不守祖業，二姓延生，巧藝為活，廉貞火巨忌星陷地同宮，則帶暗疾，或面手足有傷殘，且不善終，一生多招刑禍，否則為僧道。女命入廟權貴，陷地傷夫克子，孤刑破相淫蕩。

Those born in the years of Jia, Wu, Yin, or Shen have the Malefic of Injury sitting in their命宫, indicating they are lonely and unable to maintain their ancestral fortune. They must change their surname to survive and rely on their skills for a living. If this star is combined with Lianzhen, Fire Star, Dark Star and Star of Speech, and the transformed evil, all in a declining position in the same palace, they may suffer from hidden illnesses or injuries to their face, hands, or feet, and will not have a good end to their life, facing many legal troubles and misfortunes throughout their lives. Otherwise, they may become monks or Taoist priests. For women, if the Malefic of Injury is in a flourishing position, they may have power and status; but if it is in a declining position, they may harm their husbands, suffer from legal troubles with their children, be lonely and subjected to punishment, have their appearance disfigured, and behave in a淫荡 manner.

辰戌丑未入廟，亦宜辰戌丑未生人財官格。子午卯酉陷地。

The Malefic of injury is in its proper position when it is in the four palaces of Chen, Xu, Chou, and Wei, and it is also favorable for those born in the years of Chen, Xu, Chou, and Wei, as it can form the wealth and official position pattern. However, it is in a weakened position when it is in the four palaces of Zi, Wu, Mao, and You.

擎羊入男命吉凶訣：祿前一位安擎羊，上將逢之福祿加，更得貴人相守照，兵權萬里壯皇家。擎羊守命性剛強，四墓生人福壽長，若得紫府來會合，須知財穀富倉箱。擎羊一曜落閒宮，陀火沖兮便是凶，更若身命同劫殺，定然夭絕在途中。

The star of injury, Qingyang, is positioned before the Wealth-salary star,Wealth-salary star. When a high-ranking general encounters Qingyang, both fortune and salary increase. If Tianyi Nobleman also governs and supports this, one can command military power over ten thousand li and enhance the royal authority. Those with Qingyang in their命宫 are strong-willed. Those born in the years of Chen, Xu, Chou, or Wei will have great fortune and long life. If the Emperor star and the Treasury star come to join, their granaries will surely be full. However, if Qingyang is in an idle palace and is attacked byMalefic of delay and entanglement andMalefic of violence, it becomes dangerous. If the body palace and the命宫 also havePlunder malefic and seven killing stars, they will certainly die prematurely on the way.

擎羊入女命吉凶訣：北斗浮星女命逢，火機巨忌必常庸，三方凶殺兼來湊，不夭終須浪滾濤。

Qingyang, a floating star of the Big Dipper, falling into a woman's chart, combined with the malefic of violence, the star of wisdom and adaptability, the dark star and star of speech, and the transformed evil, indicates that the person will certainly be ordinary and unremarkable. If additional malevolent stars from the three directions come together, it is not necessarily a short life, but ultimately she will be like turbulent waves, drifting uncertainly.

擎羊入男命吉凶訣：擎羊守限細推詳，四墓生人免災殃，若遇紫微昌府會，財官顯達福悠長。天羅地網遇擎羊，二限沖兮禍患戕，若是命中主星弱，定教一疾夢黃泉。擎羊加殺最為凶，二限休教落陷逢，克子刑妻賣田莊，徙流貶配去從戎。

Qingyang guarding the limit should be carefully examined: those born in the years of Chen, Xu, Chou, or Wei can avoid calamities; if they encounter Ziwēi, Wenchang, and Tifu together, they will achieve wealth, official rank, and prosperity, with long-lasting blessings. The Chen palace is Tianluo and the Xu palace is Diwang; if the limit encounters Qingyang here, the major and minor limits clash, causing harm and suffering; if the native's main star is originally weak, they will certainly fall ill and dream of entering the Yellow Spring. Qingyang combined with malevolent stars is especially dangerous; the major and minor limits must not fall into a weak position when encountering it: this will cause harm to sons and wives, sell off fields and estates, suffer exile and demotion, and be conscripted into military service. The original text of this section is still titled "Judgment on Good and Bad Fortune for Male Births," while the three verses discuss matters related to the limits.

陀羅火金，北斗浮星，化氣為忌。入廟身雄形粗，賦性剛強，破相氣高，橫發橫破，不守祖業，為人飄蓬，不作本處居民，作事退悔，有始無終。喜西北生人為福，及四墓生人又坐四墓宮，加吉星眾者為福，會日月忌宿男克妻而女剋夫，加忌且損目，會昌曲左右有暗痣斑痕。

「Tuo Luo」belongs to the element of fire and also metal, and is a floating star among the Big Dipper. Its qi transforms into 'prohibition'. Those born under this star have strong and robust bodies, rough appearances, and strong temperaments. Although they may have disfigured features, their demeanor is lofty. They experience sudden wealth or sudden loss, and are unable to maintain family property. They are like drifting reeds, constantly moving and unwilling to settle in their native land. They start things but often abandon them halfway, lacking perseverance. It favors those born in the Northwest direction, in which case they receive blessings. It is also favorable for those born in the years of the four burial grounds and sitting in the four burial ground palaces, especially when accompanied by many auspicious stars. If this star combines with the Star of Brightness and Prestige, the Wealth Star and Mother Star, and the Prohibition Star, men will harm their wives and women will harm their husbands. If combined with the Prohibition Star again, it may cause eye damage. When combined with the Star of Examinations and Documents, the Star of Talent and Eloquence, the Auxiliary Auspicious Star, and the Auxiliary Auspicious Star, there will be dark moles or marks on the body.

若無正星而獨守命者，孤單棄祖，入贅二姓延生，巧藝為活。若居陷地逢巨殺，必傷妻克子，背六親且傷殘帶疾。僧道吉利，女命內狠外虛，凌夫克子，六親不和又無廉恥。

If the palace of the native's chart has no bright star, and only the malefic of delay and entanglement guards the命宫 alone, the person will be lonely, abandoned by ancestors, have to marry into another family and change their surname to survive, relying on skills for a living. If it falls in a declining position and meets the dark star and star of speech, and the general star and star of severity, it will certainly injure the wife, harm the children, be estranged from the six relations, and suffer from injuries and illness. Becoming a monk or Taoist is more favorable. For a female native, the malefic of delay and entanglement indicates a harsh and cruel heart, but a superficial appearance, bullying the husband, injuring the children, being estranged from the six relations, and lacking shame.

辰戌丑未入廟，亦宜辰戌丑未生人利益。寅申巳亥陷地。

Tuo Luo is in its exalted position in the four palaces of Chen, Xu, Chou, and Wei, and it is also favorable for those born in the years of Chen, Xu, Chou, and Wei, as it benefits them. However, it is in a fallen position in the four palaces of Yin, Shen, Si, and Hai.

陀羅入男命吉凶訣：陀羅命內坐中存，更喜人生四墓中，再得紫微昌府合，財祿豐盈遠播名。陀羅在陷不堪聞，口舌官非一世侵，財散人離人孤獨，所為所作不如心。

Tuo Luo is seated in the命宫, and it is even more favorable for the native to be born in the years of Chen, Xu, Chou, or Wei, the four墓 years. If further aided by the conjunction of Ziwei, Wenchang, and Tifu, wealth and official rank will be abundant, and reputation will spread far and wide. However, when Tuo Luo is in a fallen position, it is truly lamentable: disputes and legal troubles will trouble the whole life, wealth will be completely spent, relatives will depart, leaving the native alone and isolated, with nothing in life that brings satisfaction.

陀羅入女命吉凶訣：陀羅一曜女命逢，遇吉加臨淫蕩容，凶殺三方相照破，須防相別主人翁。

The star Tuo Luo, when falling on a woman's chart, even with auspicious stars accompanying it, may still lead to a tendency towards licentiousness. If malevolent stars are present in the three directions and clash with it, one should beware of separation from the husband.

陀羅入限吉凶訣：限遇陀羅事亦多，必然忍耐要謙和，若無吉曜同相會，須教一夢入南柯。夾身夾命有陀羊，火鈴空劫又來傷，天祿不逢生旺地，刑妻克子不為良。

When the limit of fortune meets the malefic of delay and entanglement, there will be many matters to deal with, and one must endure and be humble towards others. If there are no auspicious stars to illuminate together, one may fall into a dream of southern mulberry, and life and death may be in danger. If the malefic of delay and entanglement and the malefic of injury enclose the body palace and the命 palace, and the malefic of violence, hidden-fire malefic, void malefic, and plunder malefic also add harm, and the wealth-salary star does not fall in a favorable or thriving position, then one may suffer from punishment towards the wife and injury to the children, and this is not a good fate.

火星，南斗浮星。性剛強出眾，唇齒四肢有傷，毛髮有異，形容各別。諸宮不美，惟貪狼廟旺同度，指日立邊功，為財官格，利東南生人不利西北生人，及喜寅卯巳午生人為禍較輕，更與擎羊同垣，則襁褓災厄，孤克下局，只宜過房由外家寄養，或重拜父母方可。女命心毒內狠外虛狡詐，凌夫克子，不守婦道，多是非，淫慾下賤。

The star "Huo Xing" (Malefic of Violence) is a wandering star in the Southern Dipper. People with this star are strong-willed, outstanding, and different from others. They are prone to injuries to their lips, teeth, and limbs, and their hair is different from that of ordinary people. Their appearance is unique. When "Huo Xing" is in any palace, it is not favorable. However, if it is in the same palace as the strong and prosperous "Tan Lang" (Star of Romance and Desire), they can achieve military success in a short time at the border, forming a noble official destiny. It is beneficial for those born in the Southeast direction, but unfavorable for those born in the Northwest. It is also favorable for those born in the years of Yin, Mao, Si, or Wu, as the harm is less severe. If "Huo Xing" is also in the same palace as "Qing Yang" (Malefic of Injury), there will be misfortune from birth, leading to isolation and conflicts, forming a low-ranking destiny. They should be adopted by others, raised by the maternal family, or re-acknowledge parents to improve their fate. For women, "Huo Xing" indicates a harsh and cruel heart, being internally fierce and outwardly deceitful, bullying their husbands, harming their children, and being unfaithful. They are involved in many disputes, indulge in lust, and have a low social status.

寅午戌人宜，申子辰人陷災吝困頓，巳酉丑人得地吉，亥卯未人利益，吉多發福。

The Malefic of violence is favorable to those born in the years of寅, 午, and 戌; those born in the years of申, 子, and 辰 are in a fallen position, often encountering misfortunes and difficulties; those born in the years of巳, 酉, and 丑 are in a favorable position, indicating good fortune; and those born in the years of亥, 卯, and 未 are in a position of benefit. If there are many auspicious stars, they can bring about blessings.

火星入限吉凶訣：火星得地限宮逢，喜氣盈門百事通，仕宦逢之皆發福，常人得此財豐隆。火星一宿最乖張，無事官災鬧一場，克害六親應不免，破財艱苦免恓惶。

The Malefic of violence is in a favorable position and meets the limit palace, bringing joy to the household and smoothness in all affairs. Officials who encounter this will prosper, while common people will have abundant sources of wealth. However, this star mansion is most capricious: it can cause unexpected lawsuits and misfortunes, inevitably harming the Six Relations, leading to financial loss and hardship, and resulting in constant anxiety.

鈴星火，南斗浮星。性毒形神破相，膽大出眾，宜寅午戌人權貴，亦利東南生人限行福厚，西北生人限行成敗，雖富貴亦不耐久，入廟遇貪狼武曲，威鎮邊夷，更會紫府左右不貴即富，如居陷地夭折破相延壽，或離祖重拜父母。女命性剛背六親，傷夫克子，遇吉始能豐足。

The star Ling Xing belongs to the element of fire and is a floating star in the Southern Dipper. People with this star are cruel and vicious, often have physical deformities, and are bold and fearless. It is favorable for those born in the years of Yin, Wu, or Xu, as they will hold power and prestige. It is also beneficial for those born in the Southeast direction, who will receive deep blessings during their life span; however, those born in the Northwest direction may experience both success and failure, and even if they become wealthy, their prosperity will not last long. If Ling Xing is in its proper position and meets the stars Tan Lang, Wu Qu, it can command respect from distant tribes. If it also joins with Zi Wei, Tian Fu, Zuo Fu, and You Bi, they will not be wealthy but will be prosperous. If Ling Xing is in an unfavorable position, the person may die young, but having a physical deformity may prolong life, or they may leave their family and re-acknowledge their parents. For women, Ling Xing indicates a strong and stubborn nature, which may cause conflict with relatives and harm their husband and children. They will only have sufficient food and clothing if they meet auspicious stars.

鈴星入限吉凶訣：限至鈴星事若何，貪狼相遇福還多，更加入廟逢諸吉，富貴聲揚處處歌。鈴星一宿不可當，守臨二限必癲狂，若無吉曜來相照，未免招災惹禍殃。

When the destiny reaches the Bell Star, what is the situation? If it meets the Star of Romance and Desire, there will be considerable fortune; if it is in its proper position and accompanied by other auspicious stars, then wealth and fame will be achieved, and the name will be widely praised. The Bell Star is a powerful star: if it governs the major and minor limits, the person will certainly become erratic and abnormal; if there are no auspicious stars to support it, misfortune and calamity are inevitable.

火鈴二星入男命吉凶訣：火鈴二曜居廟地，貪狼紫府宜相會，為人性急有威權，鎮壓鄉邦終有貴。火鈴在命落閒宮，西北生人作事庸，破盡家財終不久，須教帶疾免災凶。

The stars Mars and Bell are located in their native place; they are suitable to be combined with the stars of Desire, the Emperor, and Treasury. Such people are impetuous and authoritative, capable of subduing their local area, and eventually attain high status. If Mars and Bell are located in the命宫 but in a leisurely palace, those born in the Northwest will be mediocre in their actions, exhaust their family wealth, and ultimately not last long. They must suffer from illness to avoid greater calamities.

火鈴二星入女命吉凶訣：火鈴之星入命來，貪狼相會得和諧，三方無殺諸般美，坐守香閨得遂懷。火鈴二曜最難當，女命逢之必刑傷，若遇三方加殺湊，須防目下入泉鄉。

The fortune song about the malefic of violence and hidden-fire malefic entering a woman's命宫 says: When the malefic of violence and hidden-fire malefic enter a woman's命宫, if they meet with the star of romance and desire, they will be harmonious and compatible; as long as there are no evil stars in the three directions and four cardinal positions (the opposite宫 and the two triple harmony宫), everything will be perfect, allowing her to live comfortably in her chamber and have her heart's desires fulfilled. The malefic of violence and hidden-fire malefic are inherently difficult to bear; if a woman's chart contains these stars, it will inevitably lead to injuries and harm—harming her husband and children, and herself suffering from many illnesses; if evil stars also appear in the three directions, one must beware of imminent danger to life and possibly dying young.

火鈴二星入限吉凶訣：火鈴二星事若何，貪狼相會福還多，更加吉曜多權柄，富貴聲揚處處歌。火鈴限陷血濃侵，失脫尋常不可尋，口舌官災應不免，須防無妄禍來臨。

The fortune song about the malefic of violence and hidden-fire malefic entering the major and minor limits: When the malefic of violence and hidden-fire malefic reach the limit, what does it indicate? If they meet with the star of romance and desire, fortune will be even greater; if further joined by auspicious stars, one can wield power, achieve wealth and honor, and be widely praised. However, if the malefic of violence and hidden-fire malefic are in the limit of decline, it indicates suffering from wounds and blood disorders, ordinary lost items may never be recovered, disputes over words and legal troubles are inevitable, and one must also beware of unexpected misfortunes suddenly arising (「wu wang」refers to unexpected disasters coming from outside one's own actions).

地劫火，乃劫殺之神，性惡作事疏狂，動靜增惡，不行正道，為邪僻之事，有吉禍輕，三方四正加殺多者夭壽論。女命只可為偏房妓婢而已。

"Ground Plunder" belongs to the Fire element and is a malevolent spirit in charge of plunder and warfare. It has a fierce and cruel nature, acting recklessly and unrestrainedly. Its movements and stillness both contribute to evil outcomes, refusing to follow the righteous path and instead engaging in perverse and improper actions. If there are auspicious stars accompanying it in the destiny chart, the calamities will be relatively mild; however, if many malevolent stars join it from the three directions and four cardinal points, it should be interpreted as causing early death and short lifespan. A woman's destiny solely dominated by "Ground Plunder" will result in her being a concubine in another man's household or ending up as a prostitute or servant all her life.

地劫入命吉凶訣：地劫從來生發疾，命中相遇多啾唧，若遇羊火在其中，辛苦持家防內室。

The fortune song about the malefic of plunder entering the命宫 (life宫): This star is usually associated with causing illness; if it appears in the命宫, one will experience continuous minor illnesses and troubles throughout life (「啾唧」refers to trivial ailments and annoyances); if the命宫 also contains the malefic of injury and the malefic of violence, one will have to work hard to maintain the household and also be cautious of disturbances among family members, especially the wife and other female relatives.

地劫入限吉凶訣：劫星二限若相逢，未免當年有禍危，太歲殺臨多疾厄，官符星遇有官符。

When the Plunder malefic star meets the great limit or small limit, that year is bound to have misfortune and danger; if the current year's sovereign star also brings malevolent stars to this palace, there will be more illness and calamity; if it also meets the Guanfu star, it will bring disaster related to official documents and lawsuits, and indeed one will have to face legal trouble.

天空乃空亡之神，性惡作事虛空，不行正道，成敗多端不聚財，退祖榮昌，空多不吉，名曰斷橋，有吉禍輕，四殺加少者平常論，多者下賤。太歲二限遇逢，有正曜星加吉者平安，經云：項羽英雄，限到天空而喪國。女命單守只可為偏房妓婢。

"The Star of Emptiness" is a malevolent spirit that governs the concept of "Kongwang" (void). It has a fierce nature, leading to empty endeavors, deviation from the right path, and repeated success and failure throughout life. It causes the inability to retain wealth and the decline of ancestral prosperity and achievements. Those with many "Kongwang" stars in their destiny are considered inauspicious, a configuration known as "Discontinued Bridge" — the road is cut off, the bridge collapsed, and progress is impossible at this point. If auspicious stars are present alongside, the calamity is less severe. If the four malevolent stars — "Malefic of Injury," "Malefic of Delay and Entanglement," "Malefic of Violence," and "Hidden-fire Malefic" — are combined with "Kongwang," those with fewer combinations are treated as ordinary people, but those with more combinations are likely to have a low social status. When the "Star of Emptiness" coincides with the current year's Tai Sui (Supreme Elder) and the major and minor life periods, if the native's main star in the native's palace is proper and combined with auspicious stars, safety can be maintained. An ancient text says: even a hero like Xiang Yu, when his life period reaches "Kongwang," ends up losing his country and dying. A woman with only "Kongwang" in her destiny can only be a concubine, a courtesan, or a servant.

天空入命吉凶訣：命坐天空定出家，文昌天相實堪誇，若逢四殺同身命，受蔭承恩福可佳。

The fortune song about the star Sky Void entering the命宫 says: Those with the Sky Void star in their命宫 are likely to become monks or practitioners. If the stars Star of examinations and documents and Seal star and star of livelihood are also in the same宫, it is truly commendable. However, if the four malefic stars Malefic of injury, Malefic of delay and entanglement, Malefic of violence, and Hidden-fire malefic appear together with the命宫 and 身宫, they can instead inherit ancestral blessings and receive favors, resulting in good fortune still.

天空入限吉凶訣：天空入限破田莊，妻子須防有損傷，財帛不惟多敗失，更憂壽命入泉鄉。

The Star of Emptiness entering the major and minor limits indicates a song of fortune and misfortune: When the Star of Emptiness reaches the limit, it signifies the destruction of fields, property, and home, and one must also beware of harm to wife and children; not only will wealth be frequently lost, but one should also worry about the preservation of life, fearing to enter the Yellow Spring.

地劫天空同入限吉凶訣：極居卯酉劫空臨，為僧為道福興隆，樂享山林有師號，福壽雙全到古齡。劫空二限最乖張，夫子在陳也絕糧，項羽英雄曾喪國，綠珠逢此墜樓亡。

When the stars Plunder malefic (Plunder malefic) and Star of emptiness (Star of emptiness) appear together in the major and minor limits, the fortune song says: If the Emperor star The Emperor star is seated in the卯 (Mao) or 酉 (You) palace, and both Plunder malefic and Star of emptiness arrive, such a person may become a monk or a Taoist, yet will have great fortune, be able to live comfortably in seclusion in the mountains, and even be granted a title by the court, achieving both longevity and happiness, living until an old age. However, when Plunder malefic and Star of emptiness reach the major and minor limits, the situation becomes extremely abnormal and inauspicious: Confucius was once trapped in the state of Chen, suffering from food shortages (as recorded in the Analects of Confucius, Book of Wei Linggong), and even a hero like Xiang Yu lost his kingdom because of such an astrological condition. Similarly, the beloved concubine Lü Zhu of Shi Chong in the Jin Dynasty died by falling from a tower when she encountered such a limit (as recorded in the Book of Jin, Biography of Shi Chong).

天傷水，乃虛耗之神，守臨二限遇太歲，不問得地，只要眾星吉方可獲善，若無正星又值羊火巨機，必主官災喪服破財，橫事相侵，夫子絕糧限到天傷。

The star "Tian Shang" belongs to the Water element and is in charge of depletion and loss. When it is in the major or minor limits and coincides with the flow year and major age, one does not need to consider whether it is in a favorable palace. Only when all the accompanying stars are auspicious can a good result be achieved. If the palace lacks the main star and encounters Qing Yang, Fire Star, Ju Men, or Tian Ji, it will inevitably lead to legal troubles, family mourning, financial loss, and continuous unexpected disturbances. Confucius' experience of facing a food shortage in the state of Chen was caused by the influence of Tian Shang.

天使水，乃傳使之星，務審人間禍福之由，若二限太歲俱臨，有吉星眾者禍輕，若無正星又值巨機羊火，則官災喪亡，橫事破家。

The star "Tian Shi" belongs to the Water element. It is the star of the messenger of illness, and is responsible for overseeing the causes of human misfortunes and blessings. If both the major and minor periods coincide with this star and are accompanied by many auspicious stars, the calamities will be mild. However, if this star appears in the native's palace without a main star, and is joined by the stars Ju Men, Tian Ji, Qing Yang, or Hua Xing, it indicates legal troubles, disasters, and loss, with sudden changes that can ruin the family.

天傷天使入限吉凶訣：天耗守限號天傷，夫子在陳也絕糧，天使限臨人共忌，石崇豪富破家亡。

The auspicious and inauspicious verses about the stars Tian Shang and Tian Shi entering the major and minor limits: when a star causing depletion and injury is in the limit, it is called Tian Shang. This was the limit that Confucius encountered when he was trapped in the state of Chen and faced a food shortage. When Tian Shi enters the limit, it is universally feared. Even a wealthy man like Shi Chong of the Jin dynasty suffered ruin and death when he reached this limit.

天馬火，最喜會祿存，極忌截路空亡。如命在辰戌丑未，遇寅申巳亥有天馬在夫妻宮，加吉會者富貴，加殺不美，加權祿照臨，必主男為官，女封贈。

"The Star of Movement (天马) belongs to the element of Fire and is most favorable when it meets the Wealth-Salary Star (禄存) (known as 'Lü Ma Jiao Chi'). It is highly inauspicious when it falls in the area of Blockage (截路) or Void (空亡). For example, if the命宫 (Destiny Palace) is located in the four墓宫 (grave palaces) of Chen, Xu, Chou, or Wei, and the four马宫 (horse palaces) of Yin, Shen, Si, or Hai happen to be the夫妻宫 (marriage palace), and there is also the Star of Movement: if it combines with auspicious stars, it indicates wealth and honor; if it combines with malevolent stars, it is not favorable. If there are also the transformations of authority (化权) and wealth (化禄) shining upon it, it certainly indicates that a man will serve in official positions, while a woman will receive imperial honors and titles."

天馬入限吉凶訣：天馬臨限最為良，紫府祿存遇非常，官宦逢之應顯達，士人遇此赴科場。天馬守限不得住，又怕劫空來相遇，更兼太歲坐宮中，限到其人尋死路。

The rhyme about the fortune of the Star of Movement entering the major and minor limits: When the Star of Movement is in the limit, it is naturally the best, and if it meets the Emperor star, Treasury star, and Wealth-salary star, the fortune is extraordinary; officials who reach this limit will achieve success and promotion, and scholars will be able to take the examination. However, the Star of Movement in the limit indicates constant movement and inability to stay in one place, and it is most feared when it meets the Plunder malefic and Star of emptiness; if the current year's sovereign star also sits in this palace, when the limit arrives, the person may end up in a desperate situation.

化祿星土，為福德之神，守身命官祿之位，科權相遇必作大臣之職，小限逢之主進仕之喜，大限十年吉慶，惡曜來臨並羊陀火忌沖照，亦不為害。女人吉湊作命婦，內外威嚴，殺湊平常。

"Chemical Wealth" belongs to the Earth element and is a beneficial deity in charge of fortune and virtue. When it is located in the position of the body palace, the命宫 (life palace) or the official palace, and meets with Chemical Science and Chemical Authority, it is certain to attain a high official position. If the small limit reaches "Chemical Wealth," it indicates good news of promotion and advancement in official position; if the great limit reaches it, it signifies ten years of good fortune. Even if evil stars arrive or if the Malefic of Injury, Malefic of Delay and Entanglement, Malefic of Violence, and Chemical Obstruction shine upon it, no harm will be caused. For a woman whose fortune is combined with auspicious stars and she receives "Chemical Wealth," she can become a noble lady with authority both at home and abroad; if malevolent stars are combined, she is treated as an ordinary person.

化祿入命斷訣：十干化祿最為榮，男命逢之福自申，武職題名邊塞上，文人名譽滿朝廷。祿主天同遇太陽，常人大富足田莊，資財六畜皆生旺，凡有施為盡吉祥。

The method of interpreting a person's fortune when the禄 star is transformed into their命宫 is as follows: Each of the ten heavenly stems transforms into its own禄 star, which brings great honor. If a man's destiny includes this, his blessings will naturally expand. The character 「申」 is equivalent to 「伸」. Those who take up military positions may achieve fame and success at the borders, while those in civil service will have their reputation spread throughout the court. If the禄 star and theStar of blessings star are both in the命宫, and theStar of brightness and prestige star is also present, even ordinary people can become very wealthy, owning fields and estates. Their wealth and livestock will flourish, and whatever they do will be auspicious and smooth.

化祿入限斷訣：限中若遇祿來臨，爵位高遷佐聖明，常庶相逢當大貴，自然蓄積廣金銀。

When the transformed wealth (化禄) enters the major or minor limits (大限 or 小限), if it occurs during a period of fortune, officials will attain higher ranks and assist wise rulers; common people will also experience great wealth and prosperity, naturally accumulating large amounts of gold and silver.

化權星木，掌判生殺之神，守身命科祿相迎，則出將入相，會巨門武曲必專大事，掌握兵符，為人極古怪，到處欲人敬重，小限相逢無有不吉，大限十年必遂，逢凶亦不為災，如遇羊陀耗使空劫，聽說貽累，官災貶謫。女人得之內外稱意，僧道掌山林，有師號。

"The transformed authority" belongs to the Wood element. It is a divine entity that governs the power of judgment and execution. When it resides in the body palace or the命宫 (life palace), and is accompanied by transformed academic achievement and transformed wealth, it can become a general in the military or a minister in the government. When it meets with the dark star and the wealth star and general star, it is destined to handle major affairs and hold the credentials for military command. This person's nature is extremely peculiar and unpredictable, yet wherever he goes, people will respect him. If the small limit (short-term period) reaches "transformed authority," there will be no misfortune. During the major limit (long-term period) for ten years, everything will go smoothly, even if encountering malevolent stars, it will not cause disaster. However, if it meets with the malefic of injury, the malefic of delay and entanglement, the star of great expenditure, the messenger of illness, the void malefic, or the plunder malefic, he will suffer from being influenced by others' words, leading to legal troubles, disasters, demotion, or dismissal from office. For women who possess "transformed authority," both internal and external affairs will go smoothly. For monks and Taoists who possess it, they can manage a mountain temple or monastery and receive a title of master.

化權入男命吉凶訣：權星最喜吉星扶，事業軒昂膽氣粗，更值巨門兼武曜，三邊鎮守掌兵符。

The fortune song about the transformation of the authority star entering a male's destiny palace: The authority star prefers to be assisted by auspicious stars, indicating a grand and prosperous career with boldness and courage. If it also meets the stars of speech and the wealth star and general star, it can guard the borders on three sides and hold the symbols of military command.

化權入女命吉凶訣：化權吉曜喜相逢，更吉加臨衣祿豐，富貴雙全人性硬，奪夫權柄福興隆。

When the authority is transformed into the woman's destiny palace, if it combines with auspicious stars and is further supported by other auspicious stars, then her clothing, food, salary and wealth will be abundant. Such a woman will be both wealthy and noble, but her nature is stubborn. She often takes away her husband's authority, yet the family's fortune becomes more prosperous.

化權入限吉凶訣：此星主限喜非常，官祿高升佐帝王，財帛豐添宜創業，從今家道保安康。權星若遇武貪臨，作事求謀盡得成，士子名高添福祿，庶人得此積金銀。

The auspicious rhyme about the transformation of authority entering major and minor limits: when this star governs the limit period, it brings extraordinary good fortune. Officials will attain high positions and receive generous salaries, able to assist the emperor. Wealth will increase greatly, making it an ideal time to start a business, leading to family stability and prosperity. If the transformation of authority meets the Wealth Star and the Star of Romance and Desire, all affairs and plans will be successful. Scholars will gain fame and add blessings and wealth, and common people will also be able to accumulate silver and gold.

化科星水，上界應試之神，主掌文墨之神。守身命權祿相逢，主人聰明通達，最喜逢魁鉞，必中科第，作宰臣之職，如遇惡星，亦為文章秀士，或作群英師範，但嫌截路空亡、旬空，亦畏忌天空。女命科星拱守，作公卿婦，雖四殺沖破也主富貴。

"Chemical Science" belongs to the Water phase and is a heavenly deity in charge of examinations and also the deity governing literature and writing. It guards the body palace and the命宫, and when it meets with Chemical Authority and Chemical Wealth, it indicates that the person is intelligent and enlightened. It particularly favors meeting with Yang Benefactor and Yin Benefactor, which ensures passing the imperial examination and attaining a high official position. Even if it meets with evil stars, the person will still be an outstanding scholar or a model teacher for many talented individuals. However, it dislikes meeting with Blockage, Empty Void, and Decanal Void, and fears encountering the Star of Emptiness. For women, if their destiny includes the protection of Chemical Science, they can become the wife of a high official. Even if they are confronted by the four malevolent stars of Injury, Delay and Entanglement, Violence, and Hidden-fire Malefic, they will still be prosperous and wealthy.

化科入男命吉凶訣：科星文宿最為奇，包藏錦繡美文章，一躍禹門龍變化，管教聲達譽朝堂。科星入命豈尋常，錦繡才華展廟廊，更遇曲昌魁鉞宿，龍門一躍姓名揚。

The fortune of a transformed academic star entering a man's destiny palace is described by this verse: The transformed academic star, a literary star, is very unique, indicating that the person possesses great talent and can compose beautiful writings; with one leap over the Yu Gate (i.e., the龙门, a mythical gate said that a carp can transform into a dragon by leaping over it), his reputation will surely spread to the imperial court. It is not an ordinary matter for the transformed academic star to enter one's destiny. With a body full of splendid talents, one can display them in the court and the temple hall; if further accompanied by the stars of literary talent, eloquence, examination success, and the Yang and Yin Benefactors, it is like a carp leaping over the龙门, and his name will be widely known.

化科入女命吉凶訣：化科女命是良星，四德兼全性格清，更遇吉星權祿湊，夫榮子貴作夫人。

The fortune of a transformed official star (化科) in a woman's destiny is a beneficial star, indicating that the person possesses the four virtues of a good wife: moral character, eloquence, appearance, and skills. Her nature is refined and elegant. If this star is combined with other auspicious stars and the transformed authority (化权) and transformed wealth (化禄), it signifies that her husband will achieve honor and prestige, her sons will be prosperous and esteemed, and she herself will be honored as a lady.

化科入限吉凶訣：科星二限遇文昌，士子逢之姓名香，僧道庶人多富貴，百謀百遂事英揚。

The rhyme about the auspicious and inauspicious implications of the transformation of the academic star entering the major and minor limits: When the transformation of the academic star meets the Star of Examinations and Documents in either the major or minor limit, scholars will gain widespread fame during this period. Monks, Taoists, and common people will also gain wealth and honor, with all their plans proceeding smoothly and everything achieving success beyond expectations.

化忌星水，為多管之神，守身命一生不順，招是非。小限逢之一年不足，大限相遇十年悔吝，二限並太歲交臨，斷然蹭蹬。文人不耐久，武人縱有官災口舌不妨，然商賈藝人在處不宜，難立腳。

The "Hua Ji" (Obstruction by Transformation) belongs to the Water element. It is a deity who likes to meddle in others' affairs, causing constant obstacles. When it resides in the body palace or the命宫 (destiny palace), it indicates a life full of difficulties and troubles, often attracting disputes and verbal conflicts. If the small limit (short-term period) passes through Hua Ji, the year will be lacking in many aspects; if the major limit (long-term period) encounters Hua Ji, there will be many regrets and stinginess within ten years. When both the major and minor limits coincide with the annual Tai Sui (Supreme Sovereign), one will certainly face difficulties and setbacks, finding it hard to make progress ("cengdeng" means encountering obstacles on the way and being unsuccessful). Scholars encountering this will find their achievements difficult to last; warriors may face lawsuits and disputes but are not greatly affected. Only merchants and artisans will find themselves in unfavorable situations everywhere, finding it hard to establish a stable position.

如遇紫府昌曲同吉利，權祿與忌同宮，又兼羊火鈴空作事進退，橫發橫破，始終不得久遠，即係發不住財是也，一生奔波勞碌，或帶疾貧夭，僧道亦流移還俗。

If the stars The Emperor star, Treasury star and command star, Star of examinations and documents, and Star of talent and eloquence are in the same palace, it is still relatively auspicious; however, if 化权, 化禄, and 化忌 are also in the same palace, and there are also Malefic of injury, Malefic of violence, Hidden-fire malefic, and Void malefic present, then affairs become uncertain and unstable. Wealth may suddenly increase and then suddenly disappear, and this situation cannot be sustained. This is what is commonly said to be "unable to hold onto wealth." Such people tend to be constantly busy and weary throughout their lives, or may suffer from illness, poverty, and a short lifespan. Monks and Taoists encountering this situation may also have to wander from place to place and even return to secular life.

然天同在戌化忌，丁生人遇吉；巨門在辰化忌，辛生人返佳。若太陽在寅卯辰巳午化忌，太陰在酉戌亥子化忌，為福論。若日月陷地化忌，主大凶。如廉貞在亥化忌是也，火入泉鄉，又逢水命人化忌也不為害。

However, there are exceptions: when Tian Tong is in the Xu palace and turns into a忌 (adverse), those born in the Ding year will find it auspicious; when Ju Men is in the Chen palace and turns into a忌, those born in the Xin year will find it beneficial. When the Sun is in the palaces of Yin, Mao, Chen, Si, or Wu, which are favorable positions, and turns into a忌, it is considered as bringing blessings. If the Sun or the Moon is in an unfavorable palace and turns into a忌, it indicates great misfortune. For example, when Lian Zhen is in the Hai palace and turns into a忌, Lian Zhen belongs to fire while the Hai palace belongs to water, which is called 'fire entering the spring source'—fire sinking into water, its light and flame both extinguished; yet if it meets someone with a water destiny who also turns into a忌, it does not cause harm.

化忌入男命吉凶訣：諸星化忌不宜逢，更會凶星愈肆凶，若得吉星來助救，縱然富貴不豐隆。貪狼破軍居陷地，遇吉化忌終不利，男為奸盜女淫娼，加殺照命無眠睡。

When the afflicted star falls into the male's命宫, the fortune is generally unfavorable. No star should be afflicted, and if it meets with malevolent stars, the negative effects become even more severe. Even if good stars come to assist, one may attain wealth and status but not in abundance. If the stars Tanniang and Pojun are in a weak position, even with good stars, the affliction remains harmful. Men may become corrupt and engage in theft, while women may become promiscuous and become prostitutes. If malevolent stars also shine upon the命宫, the person will suffer from insomnia all night long.

化忌入女命吉凶訣：女命化忌本非奇，更遇凶星是禍基，衣食艱辛貧賤甚，吉星湊合減災危。

When the afflicted star falls into a woman's命宫, it is not a good omen. If it meets with malevolent stars, it becomes the root of misfortune. Throughout her life, she will face difficulties in clothing and food, and live in extreme poverty. If fortunate stars are present, they can alleviate some of the disasters and hardships.

化忌入限吉凶訣：忌星入廟反為佳，縱有官災亦不傷，一進一退名不遂，更兼遇吉保安康。二限宮中見忌星，致災為禍必家傾，為官退職遭贓濫，胥吏須防禁杖刑。

When the afflicted star falls into a palace of strength and prosperity, it is actually beneficial, and even if there are lawsuits or misfortunes, they will not harm the person; however, actions will be hesitant and progress slow, making it difficult to achieve success in official matters; if good stars are present, safety and health can be maintained. If the afflicted star appears in the palace of the major or minor limits, it will bring disasters and misfortunes leading to the collapse of family fortune: officials may be dismissed from their posts and face accusations of corruption and abuse of power; those working in government offices should beware of imprisonment and corporal punishment.

忌星落陷在閒宮，惡殺加臨作禍凶，財散人離多疾苦，傷官退職孝重逢。祿會祿存富貴，權會巨武英揚，科會魁鉞貴顯，忌會身命招是非。

When the afflicted star falls into a weak position and is located in a non-main palace (a secondary palace other than the four main ones), and is further compounded by malevolent stars, the resulting calamity is extremely severe. This may lead to loss of wealth, separation from family, continuous illness and sorrow, damage to official position, dismissal, and even the death of parents, requiring multiple mourning periods. In summary, the four transformations: when the transformation of wealth meets the wealth-salary star, it indicates wealth and honor; when the transformation of power meets the dark star and the wealth star and general star, it signifies great fame and renown; when the transformation of academic achievement meets the Yang Benefactor and Yin Benefactor, it indicates high status and prestige; and when the transformation of affliction enters the natal palace or the birth palace, it specifically leads to troubles and disputes.