When the Heavenly Stem Bing (丙) is above the Earthly Stem Ji (己), the paradoxical fire falls into a lowly, damp, and punitive place. This indicates that prisoners will suffer corporal punishment, and documents will be obstructed and unable to proceed. If auspicious doors are present, good fortune may still be obtained; if inauspicious doors are present, the misfortune will be severe.
Heavenly Stem Bing (丙) + Earthly Stem Ji (己)
Bing (丙) represents paradox and impulsiveness; Ji (己) represents the Earthly Gate, and also corresponds to places of punishment, imprisonment, and hidden secrets. When the Heavenly Stem Bing (丙) is above the Earthly Stem Ji (己), the paradoxical and chaotic fire falls into the lowly and damp earth, its brightness obscured. Hence, it is called "Fire Paradox Enters Punishment." Principle of Formation: Fire originally generates earth, but Ji (己) earth is lowly and defiled, causing the energy of Bing (丙) fire to be drained and trapped. The impulsiveness and stagnation intertwine, symbolizing documents being held up and unable to proceed, and people being constrained as if in prison. Auspicious/Inauspicious Level: Inauspicious formation. The judgment states that prisoners face corporal punishment and documents cannot proceed. All matters related to seeking fame, submitting petitions, or approvals are often suppressed and delayed. If the three auspicious doors (Open, Rest, Life) are present, good fortune can still be obtained, and matters may be slow but achievable. If inauspicious doors are present, it turns into actual disaster, with worries of legal troubles and imprisonment. Precautions: This formation is most unfavorable if it also encounters Punishment (Jixing 击刑) or Door Obstruction (Menpo 门迫), making the misfortune even worse. If it falls into Emptiness (Kongwang 空亡), the misfortune also falls into emptiness, stagnant but not manifesting, mostly false alarms. If Bing Qi (丙奇) also enters its Tomb (Rumou 入墓) and falls into Qian Palace (乾六宫), it is even more obscure, and all matters become even less clear. When planning affairs, one should follow proper and legitimate channels, complete procedures according to regulations, and not seek shortcuts through hidden or illicit means, as trying to bypass rules will only lead to more constraints. Completing all procedures impeccably and patiently waiting for an auspicious door's timing is the only solution for this situation.
Documents for approval, promotion, or transfer are easily suppressed and get stuck at various levels. It is not advisable to submit critical applications or confront superiors at this time. It is better to complete all materials and smooth out the regular procedures. Bureaucratic processes require particular patience; if inauspicious doors are in the palace, beware of disciplinary documents.
Financial paths are blocked, receivables are delayed, and approval-based income such as appropriations, loans, and reimbursements are most likely to get stuck. It is not advisable to advance funds, and absolutely not to seek wealth through illicit channels, to avoid being held accountable for small gains. If auspicious doors are in the palace, delayed payments can still be received; patience is key.
Emotions may feel suppressed and entangled, or constrained by elders or old commitments. Hidden relationships are especially prone to resentment. Confrontations at this time are unlikely to resolve issues; it is better to resolve old knots before forming new alliances. Beware of ambiguous relationships leading to embarrassing disputes.
Fire is constrained by damp earth, so pay attention to cardiovascular blockages, damp-heat conditions, skin sores, and urinary system inflammation. Emotional depression turning into fire is also common. Medical processes at this time are often convoluted; it is advisable to choose large, reputable hospitals and follow standard examination and treatment procedures.
Indicates obstructed travel. Visas, approvals, and customs procedures are prone to delays, and travel plans may be involuntarily changed. Avoid non-essential long-distance travel. If travel is necessary, allow ample time and prepare duplicate copies of all documents. If inauspicious doors are in the palace, beware of being questioned or detained during travel due to document issues.
Directly indicates imprisonment. Extreme caution is required in legal matters: documents not proceeding means cases are protracted, materials are rejected, and defendants risk detention and penalties. It is advisable to hire a professional lawyer to argue according to procedure, and absolutely avoid using connections or illicit means. Only if auspicious doors are in the palace is there room for maneuver.
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