I. Palace Method
In the realm of lunar months and daily branches, individuals favored by the auspicious deity shall encounter numerous esteemed connections. For, the lunar month serves as the wellspring of flourishing and decline, and when it emerges as the auspicious deity, it signifies profound understanding among benevolent connections. If the auspicious deity resides within the lunar stem or hourly stem, it bodes exceedingly well, being in close proximity to the principal stem. When these positions are particularly robust as auspicious deities, they frequently receive the aid of honorable mentors.
However, if the auspicious deity resides within the yearly stem or hourly stem, positioned far from the daily stem, benevolent figures are seldom found nearby. In times of need, these mentors would be distantly removed. Should the major life periods and annual pillars hold auspicious deities within them, support from benevolent mentors shall be forthcoming.
Additionally, in the realm of destiny analysis, an excess of ominous signs portends challenges. To illustrate, if destiny recoils from fire yet your natal chart is ablaze with it, such an excess signifies a surplus of ominous signs, signifying a scarcity of benevolent mentors and a surfeit of malevolent forces. Individuals with such configurations face a strenuous life path fraught with obstacles.
An abundance of auspicious deities augments the quality of one’s destiny, leading to the assistance of benevolent mentors. Such individuals typically enjoy affluence and untroubled sustenance. Conversely, those lacking benevolent mentorship due to unfavorable destiny configurations often endure poverty, mental anguish, and the pressures of life.
If the annual pillar houses auspicious deities, these benevolent mentors are frequently linked to parents and elder relatives. Should the lunar pillar bear auspicious deities, these mentors are chiefly connected to siblings. In the event that the daily pillar hosts auspicious deities, one’s benevolent mentor manifests as their life partner. When the hourly pillar accommodates auspicious deities, these mentors present themselves as offspring.
II. Five Elements Method
Generally, within the paradigm of the five elements—wood, fire, earth, metal, and water—the element constituting the auspicious deity in one’s destiny chart signifies potential benefactors. Individuals flourishing in a particular element could serve as your esteemed mentors, providing substantial aid.
This facet of analysis is somewhat intricate, but a straightforward method involves assessing the Chinese zodiac signs. Though not all-encompassing or infallible, determining benevolent mentors based on zodiac signs is pragmatic and broadly conforms to common judgment.
For instance, if your auspicious deity is wood, potential benefactors in your life might belong to the tiger or rabbit zodiac signs. Water nurtures wood, indicating that those born under the signs of pig and rat could also extend valuable assistance.
Should your auspicious deity be fire, individuals under the snake or horse zodiac signs may emerge as significant benefactors. Wood fuels fire, suggesting that those born under tiger and rabbit signs could also offer substantial help.
In the case of earth as your auspicious deity, potential benefactors might belong to the dog, dragon, sheep, or ox zodiac signs. Fire fosters earth, implying that individuals born under the snake and horse signs could also be instrumental allies.
If your auspicious deity is metal, potential benefactors could be individuals born under the monkey or rooster zodiac signs. Earth gives rise to metal, indicating that those born under ox, dragon, dog, and sheep signs might also provide valuable assistance.
Lastly, if your auspicious deity is water, individuals born under the rat or pig zodiac signs could emerge as benefactors. Metal engenders water, suggesting that those born under monkey and rooster signs might also prove to be significant allies.
III. Ten Gods Method
One can discern individuals who may usher in good fortune based on the Ten Gods represented by the auspicious deity.
– The auspicious deity representing the Direct Officer (Zheng Guan) suggests that superiors, benefactors, and one’s daughter (for men) or spouse (for women) may favor and empower you.
– The auspicious deity symbolizing the Indirect Officer (Pian Guan) indicates support from superiors, benefactors, and one’s romantic partner (for men) or son (for women).
– The auspicious deity embodying Direct Wealth (Zheng Cai) signifies assistance from subordinates, colleagues, and one’s spouse (for men) or father (for women).
– The auspicious deity representing Indirect Wealth (Pian Cai) suggests support from business partners, colleagues, one’s romantic partner, and father (for women) or in-laws.
– The auspicious deity symbolizing Eating God (Shi Shen) indicates assistance from subordinates and younger individuals, as well as one’s daughter (for women).
– The auspicious deity embodying Hurting Officer (Shang Guan) suggests support from subordinates and younger individuals, as well as one’s son (for women).
– The auspicious deity representing Peer (Bi Shen) indicates favor from same-gender colleagues, friends, one’s daughter (for women), or brothers (for men).
– The auspicious deity symbolizing Rob Wealth (Jie Cai) suggests support from opposite-gender colleagues, friends, brothers (for men), or sisters (for women).
– The auspicious deity embodying Direct Resource (Zheng Yin) signifies favor from elders, superiors, and older individuals, as well as one’s mother.
– The auspicious deity representing Indirect Resource (Pian Yin) suggests favor from elders, superiors, and older individuals, as well as one’s mother (for women).
IV. Auspicious Omens Method
1. **Tian Yi Nobleman**
Wood (Jia, Yi, or Wu) corresponds to Ox or Goat, while Metal (Geng or Xin) corresponds to Tiger or Horse. Fire (Bing or Ding) corresponds to Pig or Rooster, and Water (Ren or Gui) corresponds to Rabbit or Snake. This alignment designates auspicious connections. Check the day stem and year stem; if they match, it indicates the presence of a nobleman. For example, if Bing (Fire) appears in the year stem and Yi (Wood) in the day stem, according to “Bing Ding Pig Rooster,” Bing matches the year branch You, signifying a nobleman.
Tian Yi Nobleman signifies exceptional luck, rapid rise to prominence, easy officialdom, and the potential for high office. When encountering auspicious energies, especially during major life periods, significant advancements are likely. Generally, favorable influences strengthen these outcomes. Benefactors connected to Tian Yi Nobleman provide substantial aid, turning adversity into fortune.
2. **Taiji Nobleman**
For individuals born in Wood (Jia or Yi), Fire (Bing or Ding) signifies smooth paths, while Earth (Wu or Ji) corresponds to the Ox and Dragon. Metal (Geng or Xin) represents Tiger and Monkey, and Water (Ren or Gui) symbolizes Rabbit and Snake. If these elements align, Taiji Nobleman appears, indicating great fortune. The presence of this nobleman leads to prominence and wealth, even elevating one to high-ranking positions. Favorable configurations and noble influences strengthen these effects.
3. **Tian De Nobleman**
Individuals born in the first month are associated with Ding (Fire), the second month with Shen (Metal), the third month with Ren (Water), the fourth month with Xin (Metal), the fifth month with Hai (Water), and the sixth month with Jia (Wood). Those born in July correspond to Gui (Water), August to Yin (Wood), September to Bing (Fire), October to Yi (Wood), November to Ji (Earth), and December to Geng (Metal). The appearance of these stems in the Four Pillars signifies the presence of Tian De Nobleman.
4. **Yue De Nobleman**
Individuals born in the Tiger month (Yin), the Rabbit month (Mao), the Snake month (Si), and the Horse month (Wu) correspond to Bing (Fire), Ding (Fire), Ji (Earth), and Geng (Metal), respectively. If any of these stems appear in the Four Pillars, Yue De Nobleman is present, signifying benevolent mentors.
Those blessed with the influences of both Tian De and Yue De Noblemen possess exceptional kindness, sincerity, and benevolence. They are intellectually sharp, decisive, and compassionate. If these noblemen are accompanied by other auspicious stars and influential energies, especially in the presence of noble configurations, great blessings, honor, and wealth will follow.
The Influence of Abundance or Scarcity of Noble Influences
I. **Abundance of Noble Influences**
When one possesses numerous noble stars, life tends to be graced with the assistance of benevolent mentors. Regardless of the specific type of noble star—be it Tian Yi Nobleman, Taiji Nobleman, Guo Yin Nobleman, or Fu Xing Nobleman—an abundance of these stars signifies ample support along life’s journey. If auspicious annual stars align with these noble influences, it indicates a year of smooth endeavors, recognition from superiors, and the aid of benevolent mentors.
II. **Balance in the Five Elements Cycle Facilitates Noble Assistance**
A person whose Five Elements are well-balanced—comprising Wood, Fire, Earth, Metal, and Water—experiences minimal obstacles in life. Such individuals often find themselves supported by others, surmounting challenges with the help of benevolent figures. Those with a balanced elemental composition typically prefer a serene and ordinary life, steering clear of grandiose endeavors.
III. **Peach Blossom Star as the Auspicious Deity Facilitates Assistance from the Opposite Gender**
If the four main Peach Blossom Earthly Branches (Zi, Wu, Mao, You) appear, and they coincide with the auspicious deity, these individuals possess a flourishing romantic life. Not only do they receive persistent attention, but they also benefit from willing assistance, without expecting anything in return.
IV. **Alignment of Official Star with Birth Date Facilitates Assistance in Official Matters**
If the Heavenly Stem of one’s birth date aligns with the Official Star, such as Jia (Wood) matching with the Heavenly Stem of Geng (Metal), it signifies ease in obtaining help from individuals holding official positions. Leaders tend to favor and appreciate them, leading to advancement in their careers. For those engaged in business, they easily befriend influential people with official positions, making their ventures prosper smoothly.
V. **Birth Date Earthly Branch as the Useful Deity Designates One’s Spouse as the Greatest Benefactor**
The Earthly Branch of one’s birth date represents the marriage palace and consequently, one’s spouse. If this branch corresponds to the Useful Deity, it implies a supportive and caring spouse. With a capable partner by their side, these individuals experience reduced burdens in times of adversity. In essence, one’s spouse becomes their most significant benefactor, handling all matters adeptly.
