Chinese astrological I Ching reading: 8/13/18

8/13 is the day of Fire Ox in the lunar month of Metal Monkey. This is a clashing combination.
This day is designated as dire and initiate. Do not start any major works today.
An initiate day is ok for small projects.
The lunar mansion is Wei, Danger. Danger at sea, and from water. Also danger of illness from excessive humidity or flooding.
If you were born in a year or day of Snake, Rooster, or Ox, this day is good for creative work.
Ox, the sign of the day, is in harmony with Ox, Snake, Rooster, Pig, and Rat; neutral with Tiger, Rabbit, Dragon, and Monkey; and clashes with Horse, Sheep, and Dog.
The I Ching hexagram for this day, using the King Wen method, is number 6, line 4.

Hexagram 6 is Song. Conflict. Righteousness and sincerity are not sufficient. Plans should be made carefully before any enterprise in begun. If conflict develops later, use caution and do not force matters to their conclusion, nor force the advancement of any enterprise.

Line 4 Conflict cannot be carried out successfully, so one retreats and carries out divine will. Good fortune. The zodiac sign of line 4 is Horse. By the element of the season Horse is becoming weak. By the element of the hexagram, Horse signifies friends and associates. Horse is in harmony with the signs of changing lines, 1, 3, and 6, clashes with the sign of the day, and is neutral with the sign of the month. The sequence of elements points to regenerative energies. The Fire of Fire Ox day puts a tiger in line 4. Be very careful.

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Chinese astrological I Ching reading: 8/11/18

8/11 is the day of Wood Pig in the lunar month of Metal Monkey. This is the first day of the lunar month, Metal Monkey. It is also a solar eclipse. It is generally a very unlucky day.
This day is designated as inauspicious and balance. It is very unlucky. Don't start anything.
A balance day is best left alone. Don't enter into any deals. They are sure to fall apart.
The lunar mansion is Nu, the Weaving maiden. This favors private affairs over public affairs.
The I Ching hexagram for this day, using the King Wen method, is number 63, line 3.

Hexagram 63 is Jiji, End. Success in small matters. Good fortune at the beginning. Disorder at the end.

Line 3 The Illustrious ancestor carries out an attack on the devil's country, and conquers it after three years. Inferior men must not partake in such an undertaking. The zodiac signs of line 3 are Pig and Dragon. By the element of the season, both are weak. By the element of the hexagram, Pig signifies associates, Dragon signifies power. Pig and Dragon clash with the sign of the day, and with the sign of the month. The Wood of Wood Pig day puts an earthworm in line 3. There is an obstacle.

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Chinese astrological I Ching reading: 8/10/18

8/10 is the day of Wood Dog in the lunar month of Earth Sheep. This is a harmonious combination.
This day is designated as inauspicious and full. It is not good for beginning any important or major work.
A full day is good for house warming. You may receive something you have asked for.
The lunar mansion is Niu, Ox. This is a very bad asterism for all important personal and business affairs.
If you were born in a year or day of Tiger, Horse, or Dog, this day favors creative work.
Dog, the sign of the day, is in harmony with Dog, Tiger, Horse, Monkey, and Rabbit; neutral with Pig, Rat, and Snake; clashes with Ox, Dragon, and Sheep; and is ambivalent with Rooster.
The I Ching hexagram for this day, using the King Wen method, is number 15, line 5.

Hexagram 15 is Qian, Modesty. The superior man successfully carries matters through to completion.

Line 5 Kingly modesty attracts. The zodiac sign of line 5 is Pig. By the element of the day, Pig is weak. By the element of the hexagram, Pig signifies the development of creative and business interests. Pig clashes with the signs of changing line, 2, is neutral with the sign of the day, and is in harmony with the sign of the month. The sequence of elements says to meditate. The Wood of Wood Dog day puts a tiger in line 5. If you know what you are doing, this may be a time to take calculated action. Otherwise, don't act. Be alert.


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Chinese astrological I Ching reading: 8/9/18

8/9 is the day of Water Rooster in the lunar month of Earth Sheep. This is a clashing combination.
This day is designated as inauspicious and remove. It is bad for any major undertaking.
A remove day is good for spiritual practices for eliminating your bad karma.
The lunar mansion is Dou, Dipper. This is good for wealth, literary success and military success. It is also good for fengshui.
If you were born in a year or day of Monkey, Rat, or Dragon, you can benefit from your social contacts today. It is also good for romance.
If you were born in a year or day of Snake, Rooster, or Ox, this day favors enterprising.
Rooster, the sign of the day, is in harmony with Ox, Snake, Monkey, and Dragon; neutral with Rat, Tiger, Horse, Sheep, and Pig; clashes with Rabbit, and Dragon; and is ambivalent with Dog.
The I Ching hexagram for this day, using the King Wen method, is number 28, line 4.

Hexagram 28 is DaGuo, Great Passing. The ridgepole sags to the breaking point. Pursuing a goal is advantageous. Success.

Line 4 The ridgepole is arched. Good fortune. If independence is not expressed, humiliation. The zodiac sign of line 4 is Pig. Pig is void, therefore can act unpredictably. By the element of the day, Pig is weak. By the element of the hexagram, Pig signifies support. Pig is in harmony with the signs of changing line, 6, neutral with the sign of the day, and in harmony with the sign of the month. The sequence of elements is unproductive. The Water of Water Rooster day puts an earthworm in line 4. There are obstacles you must deal with.

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Chinese astrological I Ching reading: 8/8/18

8/8 is the day of Water Monkey in the lunar month of Earth Sheep. This is a clashing combination.
This day is designated as auspicious and establish. It is good for all major undertakings.
An establish day is good for visiting friends and discussing business and marriage plans.
The lunar mansion is Ji, Basket. This is good for fengshui.
If you were born in a year or day of Tiger, Horse, or Dog, this day is going to be busy.
Monkey, the sign of the day, is in harmony with Monkey, Rat, Dragon, Rooster, and Dog; neutral with Ox, Rabbit, Horse, and Sheep; and clashes with Pig, Tiger, and Snake.
The I Ching hexagram for this day, using the King Wen method, is number 57, line 6.

Hexagram 57 is Sun, the Wind. Small efforts achieve success. It is advantageous to have firm goals and to see the superior man.

Line 6 Be strongly decisive, not excessively indecisive. The zodiac sign of line 6 is Rabbit. By the element of the season, Rabbit is weak. By the element of the hexagram, Rabbit signifies friends and associates. Rabbit clashes with the signs of changing line, 3, is neutral with the sign of the day, and is in harmony with the sign of the month. The Water of Water Monkey day puts a tiger in line 6. If you are unsure of what you want to do, don't act. If you know, act decisively. To be indecisive is hazardous.

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Chinese astrological I Ching reading: 8/7/18

8/7 is the day of Metal Sheep in the lunar month of Earth Sheep. This is the first day of the 7th solar month, the beginning of Autumn, in the Chinese calendar. The two fortnight periods are Li Qiu, the coming of Autumn, and Chu Shu, heat ends. The three shars, (killing forces) are now in the southeast, south, and southwest. Do not dig or otherwise disturb the ground in these areas, lest the harmful energies of the Shars are released. This day is considered dangerous for small children. The ghosts of the dead come out.

This day is designated as auspicious and close. Only use this day for small scale activities.
A close day is bad for any activity of great personal or business significance. 

The lunar mansion is Wei, Tail. This is good for fengshui. 

If you were born in a year or day of Pig, Rabbit, or Sheep, this day is good for creative work. 

Sheep, the sign of the day, is in harmony with Sheep, Pig, Rabbit, Snake, and Horse; neutral with Monkey, Rooster, Tiger, and Dragon; clashes with Dog, and Ox; and is ambivalent with Rat. 

The I Ching hexagram for this day, using the King Wen method, is number 13, line 3.

Hexagram 13 is TongRen, Fellowship. It is advantageous to cross the great water. The superior man benefits from maintaining firm correctness. 

Line 3 If there is mistrust, reclarify your aims. The zodiac sign of line 3 is Pig. By the element of the season, Pig is weak. By the element of the hexagram, Pig signifies power. Pig is in harmony with the signs of changing line, 5, and with the sign of the day and month. The sequence of elements says meditate. The Metal of Metal Sheep day puts a dragon in line 3. Excellent for meditation. 

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Chinese astrological I Ching reading: 8/6/18

8/6 is the day of Metal Horse in the lunar month of Earth Sheep. This is a harmonious combination.
This day is designated as moderate and close. It is OK to use this for affairs of lesser importance.
A close day, however, is not good for any activity of great personal or business significance.
The lunar mansion is Xin, Heart. It is good for traveling and cashing in on commodities. Avoid legal matters.
If you were born in a year or day of Snake, Rooster, or Ox, you could benefit from social connections today.
If you were born in a year or day of Tiger, Horse, or Dog, this day is good for enterprising.
Horse, the sign of the day, is in harmony with Dog, Tiger, Snake, and Sheep; neutral with Monkey, Rooster, Pig, Rabbit, and Dragon; and clashes with Rat, Ox, and Horse.
The I Ching hexagram for this day, using the King Wen method, is number 7, line 3.

Hexagram 7 is Shi, Army. Perseverance, and correct and strong leadership bring good fortune.

Line 3 Improper leadership. Many corpses. The zodiac sign of line 3 is Horse. By the element of the season, Horse is strong. By the element of the hexagram, Horse signifies money. Horse is in harmony with the signs of changing line, 5, clashes with the sign of the day, and is in harmony with the sign  of the month. The sequence of elements shows yang ascending. The Metal of Metal Horse day puts a dragon in line 3. This is a very auspicious sign. Make the best of this day.

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