When the Heavenly Plate Geng (庚) falls upon the Earthly Plate Day Stem (日干), it signifies the 'Great White' (太白) inauspicious metal suppressing the querent's natal chart, like a strong enemy invading and overwhelming. This indicates being controlled and encountering obstacles. It is not advisable to act rashly; instead, one should guard and await changes.
Formation Conditions
Heavenly Plate Geng (天盘庚) + Earthly Plate Day Stem (地盘日干)
Classical Source
Geng (庚) added to the Day Stem (日干) is Fu Gan (伏干); the Day Stem (日干) added to Geng (庚) is Fei Gan Ge (飞干格). If they are in different palaces, it's a battle in the wilderness; if in the same palace, it's a battle within the nation.
Explanation
Geng (庚) is the star of the Great White (太白), embodying the肅殺 (su sha) metal energy, often playing the role of obstruction and opposition in formations. The Day Stem (日干) in the chart represents the querent themselves. When the Heavenly Plate Geng (天盘庚) happens to fall upon the palace of the Earthly Plate Day Stem (地盘日干), the inauspicious metal descends from heaven, suppressing the querent. Hence, it is named Fu Gan Ge (伏干格). The principle of its formation is: Geng (庚) signifies adversaries or obstructive matters, lying dormant above the Day Stem (日干). This symbolizes an enemy coming to one's door or trouble actively seeking one out, placing the querent in a passive position, easily controlled by any action. The ancient verse also states, 'If they are in different palaces, it's a battle in the wilderness; if in the same palace, it's a battle within the nation.' When Geng (庚) and the Day Stem (日干) clash, conflict may arise externally or internally, always indicating strife and unrest. In terms of auspiciousness, it is an inauspicious formation, indicating that endeavors are suppressed, competition faces strong rivals, and travel encounters obstacles. It is particularly ill-advised to initiate lawsuits, create enmity, or engage in conflicts. Important considerations: If the Day Stem's (日干) palace is prosperous and vibrant, it can still contend with Geng (庚), making the inauspiciousness manageable. If it is weak and suppressed, the disaster will be severe. If the Three Auspicious Qi (三奇) and auspicious doors are in the same palace, the inauspiciousness can be reduced, and it is advisable to guard rather than attack. If it further encounters punishment (击刑) or inauspicious doors, one must guard against personal injury and financial loss; in such cases, evasion and maneuvering are the best strategies. In summary, when the enemy is strong and one is suppressed, enduring for a while ensures safety.
Categorized Judgments
Career and Official Positions
In the workplace, there are strong opponents suppressing you, promotions are snatched away, and proposals are repeatedly rejected. At this time, it is not advisable to directly confront superiors or rivals. First, secure your current position, collect achievements, and keep good records. Then, after the influence of Geng (庚) passes, seek advancement.
Wealth and Business
Seeking wealth encounters obstructors; accounts are suppressed, business is stolen, and forced advancement often leads to losses. It is advisable to scale back, secure existing gains, and temporarily postpone large investments and new projects. Guard against partners turning hostile and demanding lower prices; ensure contracts have escape clauses.
Marriage and Relationships
A third party strongly intervenes in the relationship or family members strongly oppose it, putting pressure on the relationship. Confrontation will only lead to mutual harm. It is advisable to handle it with a cool head and maneuver, allowing time to resolve the resistance. For singles, blind dates at this time may encounter strong and difficult individuals; do not force it.
Health and Illness
Illness suppresses the body, often involving external injuries, bones and tendons, lung-related ailments, or a sudden worsening of old diseases, with a rapid onset. It is advisable to seek medical attention promptly and deal with it directly; do not try to endure it. Those with a strong Day Stem (日干) recover faster, but those with weak constitutions must guard against recurring and lingering illness.
Travel and Movement
Travel is prone to obstruction, such as security checks, travel delays, disputes during the journey, or even aggressive individuals causing trouble. Avoid long-distance travel unless absolutely necessary. If travel is essential, avoid problematic areas, travel with companions, and do not expose valuable possessions.
Lawsuits and Litigation
Indicates being passively drawn into a lawsuit, often initiated by the opposing party with fierce momentum. Avoid emotional responses. It is advisable to hire strong support and steadily follow procedures, seizing opportunities to counterattack based on the opponent's mistakes. Those with a strong Day Stem (日干) or auspicious doors can ensure they do not lose by persevering.