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