When the Heavenly Stem Geng (庚) falls upon the Earth Plate Month Stem, the Grand White (Geng) obstructs the qi of the current month. This indicates obstacles and delays in plans for the month, and unfavorable outcomes in matters related to peers and siblings. It is advisable to wait for the right time and act at different peak times.
Formation Conditions
Heavenly Plate Geng (庚) + Earth Plate Month Stem
Classical Source
Geng (庚) adding to Gui (癸) is the Great Grid, adding to Ren (壬) is the Superior Grid, also beware when it meets Year, Month, Day, or Hour.
Explanation
The Month Stem governs the qi and fortune of a month, and in the chart, it also represents siblings, peers, and colleagues of the same rank. Geng (庚) is the inauspicious metal of the Grand White, signifying obstruction and conflict. When the Heavenly Plate Geng falls upon the palace of the Earth Plate Month Stem, the inauspicious metal presses upon the monthly qi, which is called the Month Grid. Geng adding to the Year, Month, Day, or Hour Stem all constitute a Grid. The classical text also warns against encountering it in the Year, Month, Day, or Hour. The period indicated by the Month Grid is approximately one month, and the events it signifies fall between those of the Year Grid and the Hour Grid. Principle of formation: The monthly qi is obstructed, leading to a lack of smooth flow in the month's energy. Therefore, it indicates obstacles in monthly plans and delays in progress. The Month Stem also symbolizes peers, so discord among siblings, obstruction from colleagues, and estrangement among partners are often associated with this grid. In competition, one is prone to being secretly undermined by those of the same rank. In terms of auspiciousness and inauspiciousness, it belongs to the inauspicious grids, with its negative force concentrated within the current month and among peers. If one moves past this month and starts anew, the resistance will naturally decrease. Precautions: If the Month Stem is prosperous and strong, matters may be slow but achievable. If it is weak and declining, it is advisable to fully retract during the current month. If the Three Auspicious Qi and Auspicious Doors are present, it can be resolved. It is advisable to avoid direct confrontation and act at different peak times. For those in partnerships, it is especially important to clarify accounts and terms this month to prevent misunderstandings.
Categorized Judgments
Career and Official Position
Work during the current month is often constrained by peers and colleagues. Credit-grabbing, shirking responsibility, and covert undermining are prone to occur. It is not advisable to initiate major proposals this month. It is better to leave a paper trail and clearly define responsibilities. Cross-departmental collaboration would be smoother if postponed for another month.
Seeking Wealth and Business Operations
Income is obstructed this month, payments are delayed, and disagreements arise in partnership accounts. Loans between siblings and friends are especially ill-advised. It is best to stick to the current month's budget and avoid additional investments. At the end of the month, clarify accounts and terms upfront to prevent future disputes.
Love and Relationships
Relationships are affected by gossip from friends and siblings, and misunderstandings are easily caused by third-party communication this month. Communicate directly in all matters, without relying on intermediaries. This month is not suitable for engagement parties or other gatherings involving peers.
Health and Illness
This month is prone to qi stagnation, muscle and bone strain, and insomnia and irritability due to peer pressure. It is advisable to reduce social engagements and maintain a regular routine. This month is not suitable for intense competitive sports with others, to prevent collision injuries.
Travel and Movement
Traveling with companions this month is prone to disagreements, and disputes over itineraries and expenses can lead to a disappointing return. This month, it is advisable to travel alone or only with close relatives. For team business trips, clearly define roles and responsibilities and clarify expenses beforehand; the itinerary should be short rather than long.
Lawsuits and Litigation
Lawsuits this month are often related to partners, siblings, or peers, with disputes over partnership dissolution, liquidation, and property division being particularly intense. It is not advisable to go to court this month; seek postponement or mediation. It is also necessary to verify the statements of one's own witnesses to prevent them from changing sides at the last minute.