When the Heavenly Stem Yi (日奇) is above the Earthly Stem Ren, the Sun Qi sinks into overflowing water, its brilliance hidden underground. This signifies a breakdown of order between superior and inferior, with subordinates challenging superiors, leading to lawsuits and disputes, and caution against hidden plots.
Formation Conditions
Heavenly Plate Yi (乙) + Earthly Plate Ren (壬)
Explanation
Yi (乙) is the Sun Qi, belonging to Yin Wood. Ren (壬) is Yang Water, known as the Heavenly Prison, characterized by its flowing nature. When the Heavenly Plate Yi (乙) descends upon the Earthly Plate Ren (壬), it forms the 'Sun Qi Enters the Earth' pattern. The principle behind this formation is that although Ren Water nourishes Yi Wood, Ren represents overflowing river water, causing Yi Wood to float without roots. When water is excessive, wood drifts, and too much nourishment leads to drowning. Brightness is submerged, and order is inverted, hence signifying a breakdown of hierarchy—subordinates disrespecting superiors, superiors failing to protect subordinates, and a proliferation of confused identities. This also attracts lawsuits and disputes, and even hidden plots to cause harm. In terms of auspiciousness, this is an inauspicious formation: it often indicates disputes arising from acting beyond one's authority or improper status. In interpersonal relationships, beware of betrayal by close associates or misplaced trust. In romantic relationships, it often signifies relationships with improper status, leading to gossip and controversy. Important considerations: The inauspiciousness of this formation lies in the words 'disorder' and 'hidden.' First, avoid matters with unclear status, such as proxy holdings, private agreements, or operating beyond one's level. Second, guard against covert actions by those around you. If auspicious doors and stars are present, disputes can be controlled, and it is advisable to clarify status through proper channels. If inauspicious doors are present, lawsuits are inevitable. If Yi encounters Void (空亡), plots are often mere bluster, and maintaining one's ground is sufficient. If it encounters Door Obstruction (门迫), the drifting becomes more severe, and major commitments should be postponed.
Categorized Judgments
Career and Official Position
Beware of subordinates overstepping their authority, superiors shirking responsibility, and confusion in reporting lines, which will inevitably lead to disputes. Avoid proxy signatures, proxy holdings, and operating beyond one's level. If someone is secretly spreading rumors or causing trouble, keeping records of reports and archiving emails are protective measures.
Wealth and Business
Money is like wood floating on water, coming quickly and dissipating just as fast. Proxy holdings, private accounts, and gray income are most likely to lead to trouble and lawsuits. The way to preserve wealth is through proper status: assets should be under your own name, and accounts should withstand scrutiny to ensure stability.
Marriage and Relationships
Relationships are prone to situations with improper status: secret affairs, relationships with significant disparities, or those where age hierarchy is inverted, leading to gossip and controversy. To achieve longevity, status must first be clarified. Beware of partners with ulterior motives; do not easily entrust them with assets.
Health and Illness
Water overflowing and wood drifting suggests kidney and liver ailments, edema, dizziness. Emotionally, there may be suspicion, anxiety, and restless dreams. During illness, beware of being misled into seeking improper treatments. Follow regular medical advice for medication; verify folk remedies and recommendations from acquaintances.
Travel and Movement
During travel, beware of dangers on water routes and disorder among companions; team travel is prone to internal strife and disbandment. Keep documents and valuables close; do not entrust them to others. Be especially cautious when traveling north or on water-related journeys; beware of hidden plots during the trip.
Lawsuits and Litigation
Lawsuits often arise from unclear status or ownership, or from subordinates challenging superiors, and the opposing party may have been plotting for a long time. Absolutely avoid informal verbal settlements; everything should follow formal procedures. Identify the mastermind behind the scenes to effectively respond to the lawsuit.