When the Heavenly Stem Wu (戊) is above the Earthly Stem Xin (辛), the Jia Wood (甲木), representing the Green Dragon, is injured by the Xin Metal (辛金) from below, like a dragon with a broken leg, hindering its movement. If auspicious doors are present, one can still strive for limited success; if inauspicious doors are present, it leads to disaster and financial loss.
Heavenly Stem Wu (戊) + Earthly Stem Xin (辛)
Green Dragon with Broken Leg refers to the Heavenly Stem Wu (戊) landing upon the Earthly Stem Xin (辛). Wu (戊) is the hidden Jia Zi (甲子), and Jia Wood (甲木) represents the Green Dragon. Xin (辛) is Yin Metal, residing on the Earthly Plate, attacking and harming Jia Wood from below. The Earthly Plate symbolizes the lower part, like the legs. The dragon's leg is injured by a metal blade, hence the name 'broken leg'. The principle of this formation is that the Yin Metal on the Earthly Plate secretly harms the Wood on the Heavenly Plate: the injury originates from below, from a hidden place. Therefore, the misfortunes of this formation often manifest in one's foundation, subordinates, legs, and mobility—inability to move, instability, or an eroded foundation. It is an inauspicious formation, but with some leeway: if auspicious doors like Kai (开), Xiu (休), or Sheng (生) are present, the dragon, though injured, can still circle, and minor matters can still be pursued with effort. If inauspicious doors are present, the injury is compounded, leading to disaster, financial loss, leg ailments, or betrayal by subordinates. Precautions: When interpreting this formation, first assess the auspiciousness of the doors to determine whether to advance or retreat. Be especially cautious with dynamic matters such as travel, relocation, or starting construction. Static affairs are less affected. If further encountering Ji Xing (击刑) or Kong Wang (空亡), mobility is completely lost, and one should fully adopt a defensive posture. When asking about health, leg and foot injuries are particularly direct manifestations; avoid climbing heights or dangerous situations, and wait for the formation to resolve before taking action.
Career progression is like walking with a limp; project execution frequently encounters errors. The departure or unreliability of key subordinates is a common manifestation. With auspicious doors, slow progress and small-scale trials are possible; with inauspicious doors, halt expansion and first address shortcomings in the executive layer.
Financial loss often stems from the foundation: problems with stores, equipment, or supply chains lead to leakage of wealth. Accounts handled by subordinates should also be scrutinized. With auspicious doors, losses are controllable; with inauspicious doors, guard against cascading losses. At this time, repairing loopholes is more important than seeking new sources of income.
The foundation of the relationship is eroded. Long-distance relationships or those with infrequent meetings are particularly challenging. Be wary of petty people stirring trouble from hidden places. Physical presence and companionship are more valuable than verbal promises. If inauspicious doors are present, a relationship maintained with difficulty may break due to a trip or relocation.
Clearly indicates leg and foot ailments: falls, sprains, fractures, joint and tendon strains are all within the scope of manifestation. Liver and gallbladder issues should also be noted. Protect lower limbs during exercise and travel; be extra careful when climbing or cycling. Old injuries are prone to recurrence at this time; do not overexert or carry heavy loads.
An unfavorable formation for travel. Guard against falls, sprains, or vehicle breakdowns during the journey; the probability of forced interruption of plans is high. With auspicious doors, short trips are still possible, but be sure to purchase sufficient insurance. With inauspicious doors, long-distance travel should be canceled, especially avoiding mountain climbing, dangerous adventures, and long-distance driving.
The lawsuit's progress is restricted; key witnesses may be unreachable, and execution processes may get stuck. Even if a judgment is won, it may be difficult to implement smoothly. With auspicious doors, steady progress can be made. With inauspicious doors, guard against the opponent undermining the case; first apply for preservation of assets, then discuss offense and defense.
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