The Big Dipper

The Big Dipper is one of the most easily recognisable asterisms in the night sky, located in the northern constellation Ursa Major, the Great Bear. It actually goes by many different names, among them the Plough, the Great Wagon, Saptarishi, and the Saucepan, although it will be called the Big Dipper hereafter for ease ofContinue reading “The Big Dipper”

Introduction and History of Stars in Qi Men Dun Jia

It is widely accepted that timing plays a large part in a person’s successes and failures. We sometimes say that a person was simply “in the right place at the right time”. If a person comes into contact with the right people and the right conditions, they can take the shortest possible route to fortuneContinue reading “Introduction and History of Stars in Qi Men Dun Jia”

Fu Yin(伏吟) and Fan Yin(反吟) Chart in QiMen

Fu Yin(伏吟) Fu Yin chart is when stem are the same or double. A Pure Fu Yin is when the Star and Door are back in their original position. So what does it mean in destiny reading as compare to forecasting vs strategic execution? Fu Yin in forecasting generally indicates that progress will be slowContinue reading “Fu Yin(伏吟) and Fan Yin(反吟) Chart in QiMen”

Qi Men – The Death Door

Death Door represents death and ageing. It is often associated with negative energy and stagnated Qi. It can have a stifling effect and delay or halt one’s progress and growth. Thus, it is considered an inauspicious Door overall. With that said, death is an essential part of life and the Door fulfils a necessary function. All thingsContinue reading “Qi Men – The Death Door”

Qi Men – The Fear Door

The Fear Door symbolises the presence of fear and suspicion; a force that clouds the mind with anxiety and creates doubt. The Fear Door can cause a great deal of frustration and unease and hamper optimism. It is also associated with arguments and discord. Despite all of this, the Fear Door can produce goodwill. ItsContinue reading “Qi Men – The Fear Door”

Qi Men – The Scenery Door

The Scenery Door represents splendour, beauty and quality. It is associated with outstanding achievement and the act of invention. It also symbolises all that is superficial and things that appear important until they are subjected to scrutiny. Its name is a reference to its position in the South Sector. In ancient times, the South ofContinue reading “Qi Men – The Scenery Door”

Qi Men – The Delusion Door

The Delusion Door represents Wood element, the mysterious and the unexpected, including setbacks and disasters. It represents blockage and is also associated with stagnation and a lack of opportunities. It is, in general, an inauspicious Door. Although the Delusion Door is inauspicious, it may help one escape from an existing threat. It is also goodContinue reading “Qi Men – The Delusion Door”

Qi Men – The Harm Door

The Harm Door symbolises destruction and harm inflicted by one person upon another. It is associated with setbacks and tragedies. It can hinder one’s travel, expansion and career plans. It can also prevent one from beginning a successful marriage, building something new or carrying out a renovation – with all signs pointing it to beContinue reading “Qi Men – The Harm Door”

Qi Men – The Rest Door

The Rest Door is an auspicious Door overall, associated with happy activities and warm, nurturing relationships. It governs recreation and leisure and its effects are relaxing and pleasant. In addition, the Rest Door is known as the Door of Rebirth, associated with the end of winter and the arrival of spring. Nature rests briefly beforeContinue reading “Qi Men – The Rest Door”

Qi Men – The Life Door

The Life Door symbolises opportunity and growth – in a person’s personal and professional life. The Life Door can help bring about improvements to a person’s quality of life and allow him to progress in his career. It is associated with abundance and prosperity, and is considered the most auspicious Door. The Heavens open atContinue reading “Qi Men – The Life Door”