Daily Chinese astrological I Ching reading 7/31/14

Today is July 31, the day of Water Rabbit. The elements of the year, month, day, and 1st hour of the day boil down to Hexagram 49, line 1. Hexagram 49 is good, especially for people born in the year, month, day, or hour of the Tiger or Rabbit.

Hexagram 49 is Change, or Revolution. It presages a break after a long period of bad luck. Hexagram 49 favors renovating, and starting a new venture. Success depends on persevering.

Line 1 says that changes must be be made in the right time. Due to the condition of the elements it is not the time to make major changes, especially if you are alone. Act within your limitations. Take advantage of this day and take positive action.

In fengshui, this hexagram encourages you to make plans to renovate, and rearrange your home and/or work environment.

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Daily Chinese astrological I Ching reading 7/30

Today is 7/30, the day of Water Tiger in the moth of Water Monkey. The the day and the month are in opposition; they clash. Anger is shown by it. The signs of the year, month, day, and first hour of the day boil down to Hexagram 10, line 6.

Hexagram 10 is called Treading. Treading on the tail of the tiger. Be prepared for possible danger while remaining peaceful.

Line 6 advises to review the situation. If everything is well prepared, good fortune will come. Because the element of this day is Water, line 6 shows a tiger. It advises maintaining privacy and being watchful for a thief.

Hexagram 10 has Earth and Metal. The arrangement is highly productive.

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Daily Chinese astrological I Ching reading 7/29

Today is 7/29, the 3rd lunar day, the day of Metal Ox, of the month of Water Monkey. The signs for the year, month, day, and first hour of today boil down to Hexagram 11, line 4.

Hexagram 11 is Peace. It is fortunate. Heaven and earth are in harmony. Small things leave; great things are coming. It is a good omen for everything.

Line 4 says that vacillating gets you nowhere. Make up your mind. Others are willing to help. Take advantage of it.  Because this is the day of Metal Ox, line 4 has a raven in it; avoid arguing.

In fengshui this hexagram has very strong Earth and Metal. The arrangement is extremely fortunate. It alludes to gold in the earth, and speaks of profits ahead. Make sure the first thing you see upon entering your home and/or office is pleasing. A bouquet of flowers symbolizes wealth.

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Daily Chinese astrological I Ching reading 7/28

Today is 7/28, the day of the Metal Rat, the 2nd day of the lunar month of the Water Monkey. The signs for the year, month, day, and first hour of this day boil down to Hexagram 23, line 4.

Hexagram 23 is Splitting Apart. This is not a time to go anywhere. A tall mountain with a narrow base will topple. Rising up with little support you will result in a fall. Pay attention to the foundation, to what you have established in your life and work. If it is strong, you will be fortunate. If not, you won't. Present conditions will not last. If you are sick use medicine and you will get better.

Line 4 advises you not to rip anyone off; if you do not take proper care of yourself your health will deteriorate; be careful not to lose contact of those who are important to you.
Line 4, considering that this is a day of Metal Rat, has a raven; it warns not to quarrel.

In fengshui, Hexagram 23 has the elements Metal and Earth. The arrangement of the elements says to rely on accumulated merit. Pay attention to the history of the house in which you live. Clear out bad energies. Pay attention to the foundation, and to the energy of the ground.

This is the time in which the power of Earth is flourishing. If your foundation is strong, lasting wealth and fortune will come.

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Daily Chinese astrological I Ching reading for 7/27

Today is July 27. The signs for the year, month, day, and first hour of the day, according to the Chinese calendar boil down to Hexagram 39, line 3.

Hexagram 39 is Obstruction. It shows a mountain behind and a river in front; difficult to go back, and difficult to go forward.
The southwest furthers. The northeast does not further. This means it is better to retreat, not to advance now. Wait, and be mindful. If necessary seek expert help. Holding to your purpose will ultimately bring good fortune.

Line 3 warns against advancing, and advises to stop and come back. Do not plunge recklessly ahead.

In fengshui Hexagram 39 has the elements Metal, Earth, and Water. The elements are not in a productive arrangement, and Earth is being weakened. It advises quiet, and attention to basic down to earth needs now. In terms of your home, arrange a quiet place for meditating or simple relaxing.

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Daily I Ching reading for 7/26

Today is July 26. According to the Chinese calendar, the year, month, day, and first hour of this day boil down to Hexagram 49, line 1.

Hexagram 49 is Change (Revolution). This is a good hexagram for you especially if you were born in the year, month, day, or hour of the rabbit or the tiger. Hexagram 49 suggests a lucky break coming. It symbolizes reformation of the old to the new.
Your day comes and you are believed. Success comes through perservering. Regrets disappear.

Line 1 says it is too early to affect big changes. But, it encourages you to think about making improvements, and to take appropriate measures to improve the situation.

In fengshui, this hexagram comes under the element Water, and contains Fire and Metal. The combination of Water, Fire, and Metal. Water overcomes Fire, and Fire overcomes Metal. It calls for gaining self-knowledge, understanding your situation, and working to reform it.

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Daily I Ching reading for 7/25

Today is July 25. The year, month, day, and first hour of the day, according to the Chinese lunar calendar, boil down to Hexagram 10, line 6.

Hexagram 10 is called Treading, or Conduct. Treading on the the tail of the tiger; it does not bite the man. Success. Heaven is above. The Lake is below. The lake reflects the sky. The meaning is to be aware and to reflect. The image of walking on the tail of a tiger means being prepared for possible trouble.

Line 6 advises to review your situation. If you have taken favorable steps, you may anticipate good fortune. When everything has been done correctly, good fortune comes. Mastery comes from long training.

In fengshui Hexagram 10 gives us the elements Metal and Earth. In terms of the seasons, Earth is very strong and is about to produce Metal. Metal is the cutting edge element. It means getting organized and producing. The directions in space to pay attention to are southwest, west, and northwest. If your work space is in this area of your home, today is a good time to put it in order.

This is an on-going blog of daily I Ching readings according to a traditional Chinese astrological method.


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Daily I Ching reading for 7/24

The year, month, day, and first hour of July 24, by the Chinese lunar calendar, boil down to give us Hexagram 11, line 5.

Hexagram 11 means Peace. The small is leaving, the great is coming. Good fortune and success. This hexagram is very favorable for those born in the year, month, or day of the sheep.
Yang is rising, yin is descending. Yang and yin come together in harmony. It is a good omen for everything. You can make a profit even with a small investment.

Line 5 says the emperor gives his daughter in marriage. It means to rule is to serve. Do what is right in a humble manner, and you will have good fortune and happiness.

In fengshui, this hexagram is under the elements Earth and Metal. It calls for creativity, productivity, and order. Putting your house in order and attending positively to business yields good results. Clear up clutter, especially in your office.

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Daily I Ching: 7/23/14

This is a traditional method for deriving an I Ching reading from the Chinese calendar. The year, month, day, and first hour of this day reduced to an I Ching hexagram gives us hexagram 23, line 4.

Hexagram 23 is called Splitting Apart, meaning Peeling. It speaks of impermanence, the situation getting worse and worse. It is coming to the turning point. It is darkest before the dawn.

When things are at their worst, they will begin to improve. This is not a good time to go anywhere. The energy is getting dissipated. Best to be quiet for the time being. 

The 4th line says good neutralizes evil. If you are in the midst of difficulties, renew your courage. Conditions will change.

In fengshui this hexagram points to the elements Earth and Metal, calling for simplification, order, and getting rid of useless things.

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