10 Gods References

10 Gods References

Matching (Self-identity & Companionship)

Same as the Element in Question

Same Polarity: Friend

Bi-jian 比肩 (比) Literal Translation: Shoulder to Shoulder

This will enhance the element-in-question by making it stronger and therefore more felt. For example, persons with an element that matches the element of the current season will feel their personality enhance in the season of their matching element, and people with the same element as another person will be more likely to get along as they are like-minded to each other. The Friend element is especially auspicious to have if one has a weak day master. The saying, ‘Be true to yourself.’ applies here and the Friend element helps the element-in-question to do just that, encouraging a strong sense of one’s character.

Opposite Polarity: Rob Wealth (The Leader)

Jie-cai 劫财 (劫) Literal Translation: Robbery/ Plundered Property/ Fiscal Disaster

This will weaken the element-in-question by attaching itself to the element. The Rob Wealth element then becomes more competitive since it has attached to its opposite polarity. The element-in-question will be tempted towards being reckless, risk-taking and overspending during any Rob Wealth element periods. The Rob Wealth element takes from its host and is entirely selfish. It has the ability to appear charming towards the element-in-question, but in the end it is expensive and self-deprecating to give into. Rob Wealth can bring about obstacles and disadvantages for the element-in-question. This idea is reflected in the classic hero vs. villain motif, where eventually we hear the villain say a line similar to, ‘We’re not so different you and I.’ which causes the hero to worry if they are indeed alike, which then leads to the hero realizing that it’s how they’re not alike that makes all the difference. That’s what this Rob Wealth relationship is about, rivalry on common grounds. It isn’t all bad however, when looking at it a certain way, seeing one’s opposite can be a strong reminder of what one feels they aren’t, and in that way they also strongly see who they themselves are, like a mirror image.

Resource (Strength & Thought)

Produces the Element in Question

Same Polarity: Indirect Resource (Awkward Parent/The Philosopher)

Pian-yin 偏印 (卩) Literal Translation: Slanted Seal/ Biased Impression/ Leaning Print

The element-in-question feels very awkward around the Indirect Resource element. It’s too demanding of the element-in-question, so it’s taxing to be around it. This element expects incompatible production out of the element-in-question. People with a lot of this type of energy surrounding them, for example in their BaZi birth chart or in a particular time of the year, even being around another person with this energy, will be encouraged to pursue things that are against their best interest or just plain incompatible with the element-in-question's personality. This can be a major strain of energy for the element-in-question.

Opposite Polarity: Direct Resource (Happy Support/The Analyzer)

Zheng-yin 正印 (印) Literal Translation: Correct Seal/ Just Impression/ Upright Print

The element-in-question feels very nice and cozy with the Direct Resource element. It complements the element-in-question’s qi elegantly, causing it to feel a sense of stability and a warm cozy feeling, infectious to others; its happy glow reaches out towards others around the element-in-question. The Direct Resource element boosts the element-in-question, making it even stronger by providing for it like a nurturing parent would, or a beneficial teacher. The Direct Resource is great to have around the Influence elements, as it will keep the element-in-question well supported through its endeavors. Too much of this element can cause complacency in element-in-question however, just as too much coziness discourages the will to work.

Product/Output (Willpower & Legacy)

What the Element in Question Produces

Same Polarity: Eating God (Sudden Inspiration/Passions & Indulgences/The Artist)

Shi-shen 食神 (食) Literal Translation: Food Spirit

The Eating God element represents what the element-in-question aspires for and what it loves to do. ‘Love what you do and you’ll never work a day in your life.’ Comes to mind with this relationship. This encourages mastering the element-in-question’s hobbies. The Eating God element is the main support for, and the cause of, happier lives for the element-in-question. The Eating God is a very strong force of production, so it will cause the element-in-question to become enthusiastically busy, but this can be a draining experience too, causing the element-in-question to burn out of energy faster. Getting a lot of work done can burn out the element-in-question’s qi, causing it to weaken. The addition of the supportive Direct Resource element will be helpful to sustain the element-in-question’s energy when exposed to a lot of the Eating God element. Specific abilities, abilities the one is passionate about and would do with or without pay, are enhanced through this relationship. The Eating God element is the Happy Support to the Earned Income element, this manifests when one is passionate towards their work, they'll more naturally become a good worker. This in turn brings Forced Positive Change, and contentment {Happy Support}, when looking at the Productive Cycle.

Opposite Polarity: Hurting Officer (Creative Expression/The Performer)

Shang-guan 伤官 (伤) Literal Translation: Wounded Officer/ Harmful Official

The Hurting Officer element increases intelligence and allows for versatility in the talents of the element-in-question by making it creative in a variety of ways. This can create a genuine one-of-a-kind type of individual that stands out from the crowd. The element-in-question is given a boost in the quality of what it produces, including their spoken words, from the Hurting Officer element. If one is planning to hold a speech, or perform a show, they should schedule the date to a time of the one’s Hurting Officer element for a boost. Any ability in general will be enhanced through this relationship. Being versatile with this versatility element {Creative Expression} creates a supportive atmosphere for random beneficial opportunities {Windfall Luck}, making one more ready for any major opportunity when it arises, this in turn encourages a more intuitive guidance {Subtle Positive Change} which then in turn leads towards uncomfortable pursuits {Awkward Parent} when analyzing this through the Productive Cycle.

Wealth (Happiness & Management)

What the Element in Question Controls

Same Polarity: Indirect Wealth (Windfall Wealth/Piracy/The Pioneer)

Pian-cai 偏财 (才) Literal Translation: Biased Wealth/ Partial Fortune

The Indirect Wealth element brings with it unexpected prosperity, allowing for random good fortune for the element-in-question. This prosperity can come as good luck in disguise, or just plain obvious sudden good fortune. Unfortunately such luck is unpredictable and comes and goes randomly.

Opposite Polarity: Direct Wealth (Earned Income/The Director)

Zheng-cai 正财 (财) Literal Translation: Just Money/ Correct Wealth

The Direct Wealth element brings in earned rewards based on the element-in-question’s amount of quality effort towards getting them. This represents the energy of a job well done. The saying, ‘You reap what you sow.’ applies to this relationship. The ancient Chinese admired this particular element, believing it was respectable to be in control of what one earns, earning equal wealth through equal effort. Having a strong amount of this element means the element-in-question is a valuable worker.

Influence (Direction & Support)

Controls the Element in Question

Same Polarity: Seven Killings (Forced Positive Change/The Warrior)

Qi-sha 七杀 (杀) Literal Translation: Seven Killed/ Murderous Seven/ Severe Seven

The Seven Killings element pushes the element-in-question in the right direction, often forcefully, and can thus easily wear out the element-in-question’s qi very quickly. It can be too much to handle without proper support from one of the Product/Output elements, manifesting in the form of willpower and drive, and the Direct Resource, manifesting in the form of endurance and strength.

Opposite Polarity: Direct Officer (Subtle Positive Change/The Diplomat)

Zheng-guan 正官 (官) Literal Translation: Just Official/ Correctional Officer

The Direct Officer element subtly guides the element-in-question in the right direction towards positive results, in a velvety pleasant fashion. It acts as a guiding light towards positive change, making the element-in-question a better version of itself.

10 Gods Reference Chart		10 Gods
		Friend	Rob Wealth	Awkward Parent	Happy Support	Passion	Creative Expression	Windfall Wealth	Earned Income	Forced Positive Change	Subtle Positive Change
10 Elements	Jia	Jia	Yi	Ren	Gui	Bing	Ding	Wu	Ji	Geng	Xin
	Yi	Yi	Jia	Gui	Ren	Ding	Bing	Ji	Wu	Xin	Geng
	Bing	Bing	Ding	Jia	Yi	Wu	Ji	Geng	Xin	Ren	Gui
	Ding	Ding	Bing	Yi	Jia	Ji	Wu	Xin	Geng	Gui	Ren
	Wu	Wu	Ji	Bing	Ding	Geng	Xin	Ren	Gui	Jia	Yi
	Ji	Ji	Wu	Ding	Bing	Xin	Geng	Gui	Ren	Yi	Jia
	Geng	Geng	Xin	Wu	Ji	Ren	Gui	Jia	Yi	Bing	Ding
	Xin	Xin	Geng	Ji	Wu	Gui	Ren	Yi	Jia	Ding	Bing
	Ren	Ren	Gui	Geng	Xin	Jia	Yi	Bing	Ding	Wu	Ji
	Gui	Gui	Ren	Xin	Geng	Yi	Jia	Ding	Bing	Ji	Wu