Saju (Four Pillars) Guide
Whether you are new to Saju or already familiar, these seven articles walk you through the core concepts of Chinese four-pillar astrology. Each piece is based on classical Ming Li theory and helps you read your analysis result with deeper understanding.
- Understanding the Five Elements (Wu Xing)
Wood, Fire, Earth, Metal, Water — the five forces that shape the universe - The Ten Gods (Shi Shen) Explained
Ten relationships defined from the Day Master - How to Find Your Useful God (Yongsin)
The element that unlocks your fortune - Major Cycles (Daeun) and Annual Fortune (Seun)
The rhythm of life in 10-year, 1-year, and 1-month layers - How Saju Compatibility (Gunghap) Works
The chemistry between two charts - Meaning and Use of Sinsal (Stars)
Auspicious stars that brighten a chart and inauspicious ones that warn - The Hidden Stems (Jijanggan)
The heavenly stems concealed inside earthly branches