Daily Chinese astrological I Ching reading:10/12/14

10/12 is the day of Fire Dragon in the month of Wood Dog. Fire Dragon is good for developing plans and projects. The energy of Fire Dragon with Wood Dog is partially discordant. It favors being resourceful, doing research, using divination, and exercising creative talent.
This day is especially favorable for artists and creative, inventive people born in a year or day of Monkey, Rat, or Dragon.
If you were born in a year of Snake, Rooster, or Ox this is not a very good day for any important event.
Dragon is in harmony with Monkey, Rat, Rooster, Sheep, Ox, Snake, Tiger, and Horse, neutral with Pig, and in discord with Dragon, Dog, and Rabbit.
The I Ching hexagram for this day, using the King Wen method, is number 44, line 1.

Hexagram 44 is Meeting. Wind under Heaven symbolizes coming together and going apart. A marriage needs balance. It is not ideal for either partner to be too strong. Sexually aggressive, seductive people bring danger of loss. This hexagram is auspicious for people born in the month of Horse (mid summer, June - July). And it has positive meaning in fall.

Line 1 advises to nip evil in the bud. The zodiac signs for line 1, Ox and Rat, are very harmonious together. They are in a mixed positive and negative relation with the signs of changing lines 2 and 4, and are in a positive relation with the signs of the day and month, Dragon and Dog. The Fire of Fire Dragon puts a raven in line 1. Go forward confidently, and refuse any temptation to gossip or quarrel.

The elements of this hexagram are Metal, Wood, and Metal. If you are in straights, help is on the way.

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Daily Chinese astrological I Ching reading: 10/10/14

10/10 is the day of Wood Tiger in the month of Wood Dog. Wood Tiger is a Star of Prospects. It focuses strongly on financial matters. The combination of Wood Tiger with Wood Dog is dynamic and partially harmonious. It favors taking independent, decisive action, especially in speculative professions.
If you were born in a year or day of Tiger, this is good day to get a lot accomplished.
This is a peak day for you if you were born in a year or day of Rabbit.
If you were born in a year or day of Monkey, Rat, or Dragon, this is a good day for traveling, rearranging your home or work place, and for making a positive move in your career.
Tiger is in harmony with Tiger, Horse, Dog, Pig, Rabbit, and Rat, neutral with Dragon and Sheep, and in various degrees of discord with Monkey, Snake, Rooster, and Ox.
The I Ching hexagram for this day, using the King Wen method, is number 20, line 4.

Hexagram 20 is Contemplation. The ablution has been made, but not the offering. People look to him with trust. Contemplating the effects of your actions on those above and below you shows you the degree of your success. The meaning of this hexagram is good in fall, and is auspicious for those born in the 8th month, the month of August - September.

Line 4 favors taking a broad, universal view. The zodiac sign of line 4, Sheep, is in a position calling for giving support. Demands are being made. Line 4 is in fairly good harmony with the signs of changing lines 1, 3, and 6. Line 4 is neutral with the sign for the day, Tiger, and is in discord with the sign for the month, Dog. The Wood of Wood Tiger puts a snake in line 4. There is something hidden and strange in the matter. It is to your advantage to reflect on needless burdens, and how you let others make unnecessary demands on you, that impede your progress, and let them go.

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Daily Chinese astrological I Ching reading: 10/9/14

10/9 is the day of Water Ox in the day of Wood Dog. Water Ox favors education. It is industrious, and encourages the development of plans and projects. The combination of Water Ox with Wood Dog is partly harmonious. It calls for extra effort, and favors creativity and hard work.
If you were born in a year or day of Snake, Rooster, or Ox, this is an especially good day for you if you are involved in creative, inventive, or artistic work.
Ox is in harmony with Ox, Snake, Rooster, Rat, Dragon, Monkey, and Pig, and in discord with Horse, Sheep, Dog, Tiger, and Rabbit.
The I Ching hexagram for this day, using the King Wen method, is number 22, line 1.

Hexagram 22 is Grace. Step by step it gets better and better. It is good to do something. Pay attention to small things. Simplicity is the height of grace. This hexagram is good in fall.

Line 1 advises doing whatever is necessary. It favors self-cultivation. The zodiac sign of line 1, Rabbit, is in partial harmony with the signs of changing line 3, in discord with the sign for the day, Ox, and in strong harmony with the sign for the month, Dog. The Water of Water Ox puts a tortoise in line 1 advising privacy. If you discreetly tend to your own business, and patiently deal with whatever difficulties there are, while guarding against theft of any sort, your efforts will be successful.

The elements of this hexagram are Earth, Fire, and Earth. Treasures are revealed.

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Daily Chinese astrological I Ching blog: 10/8/14

10/8 is the day of Water Rat in the month of Wood Dog. It a big day. It is a lunar eclipse, and it begins the 9 Star solar period of 9 Fire Star. The lunar eclipse marks a turning point for good or ill. The 9 Fire Star period brings a lot of high energy, and extends to 11/7. The nature of 9 Fire is elusive and quick; things will tend to move fast. 9 Fire Star inspires competitiveness.
Water Rat day is a peak day. Energy is high. Combined with the lunar eclipse and the start of 9 Fire Star period, it is very high. It's a good day to do something positive for yourself. Water Rat is also a Knife Blade, or Star of Aggression. It cautions against intolerant, aggressive behavior, and warns of illness. Guard your health.
Water Rat in the month of Wood Dog is a harmonious combination. It strongly favors being courageous and creatively active.
If you were born in a year or day of Pig, Rabbit, or Sheep, this is a good day for pursuing romantic interests.
If you were born in a year or day of Dragon, Monkey, or Rat, this is a good day for taking charge, and moving forward in your career, all the better if you are an independent entrepreneur.
Rat is in harmony with Rat, Dragon, Monkey, Ox, Tiger, Rooster, and Pig, and in varying degrees of discord with Rabbit, Horse, Sheep, Snake, and Dog.
The I Ching hexagram for this day, using the King Wen method, is number 33, line 2.

Hexagram 33 is Withdrawal or Yielding. Shun evil and follow the Way. Heaven rises above the mountain top. The mountain rises into heaven. Success. Persevere and pay attention to details.

Line 2 advises cooperating with those above and below. Persevere in what is superior. The zodiac sign of line 2, Horse, is in partial harmony with the signs of changing lines 3 and 4, clashes with the sign of the day, Rat, and is in strong harmony with the sign of the month, Dog. The Water of Water Rat puts a dragon in line 2. This is auspicious. If you persevere through difficulties you will meet with good fortune.

The elements of this hexagram are Metal, Earth, and Metal. Good spirits guide.

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Daily Chinese astrological I Ching reading: 10/7/14

10/7 is the day of Metal Pig in the month of Wood Dog. Metal Pig has great capacity for pleasure. The combination of Metal Pig with with Wood Dog is discordant; conditions are not the most comfortable. It calls for practicality and resourcefulness, and is good for divination.
If you were born in a year or day of Snake, Rooster, or Ox this is a good day for you to travel, clean or rearrange your home, move house, or make a significant change at work.
Pig is in harmony with Rabbit, Sheep, Tiger, Rat, Ox, Dragon, and Rooster, and in discord with Pig, Snake, Monkey, Horse, and Dog.
The I Ching hexagram for this day, using the King Wen method, is number 13, line 3.

Hexagram 13 is Fellowship. It is a sign of openness and sharing. Covetousness, secretiveness, and greed are blinding and will cause trouble. Money, or resources shared between people is good. It is advantageous to cross the great water. Perseverance based on experience brings success. This hexagram is good in fall.

Line 3 points to mistrust. Do not turn a blind eye on disagreements, disagreeable people, or disagreeable conditions. Rectify your aim, and persevere in what is right. The zodiac sign of line 3 is Pig. Pig is in discord with the signs of the day and month, Pig and Dog. But, the Metal of Metal Pig puts a dragon in line 3. Despite discordant conditions there is luck if you persevere and are practical.

The elements of this hexagram are Fire, Fire, and Metal. Work on yourself. Refine your character.

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Daily Chinese astrological I Ching reading: 10/5/14

10/5 is the day of Earth Rooster in the month of Wood Dog. Earth Rooster is called an Academic Nobleman Star. It favors hard work, gaining knowledge, and using talent and wit to turn problematic situations to advantage. On the other hand, if the person is arrogant and conceited, it can act to bring about the person's downfall.
Earth Rooster with Wood Dog is a strongly discordant combination that can cause unexpected reversals. It brings out competitiveness and practicality.
If you were born in a year or day of Monkey, Rat, or Dragon, this is a good day for romance, all things considered.
If you were born in a year or day of Snake, Rooster, or Ox, this is a good day for you to take charge and step forward with your plans, especially with respect to your career.
Rooster is in harmony with Ox, Snake, Dragon, Monkey, Pig, Rat, and Sheep, and in discord with Rooster, Rabbit, Dog, Tiger, and Horse.
The I Ching hexagram for this day, according to the King Wen method, is number 7, line 5.

Hexagram 7 is the Army. Good fortune comes with persistence and strong leadership. Without the benefit of experience and proper organization nothing can be accomplished. Good times come after struggles. This hexagram is good in spring, not in fall. It calls for finesse.

Line 5 says there is game in the field. It is good to catch it. Let the most experienced lead. If the inexperienced leads there will be misfortune. The zodiac sign for line 5, Pig, is in harmony with the sign for the day, Rooster, and in discord with the sign for the month, Dog. The Earth of Earth Rooster puts a raven in line 5, warning of a possible quarrel or scandal. If you enter into dealings which look enticing, without considering what it could mean in the long run, you might be setting yourself up for trouble. Consider everything.

The elements of this hexagram are Water, Water, and Earth. Earth dams up water. Great effort is required for gains.

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Daily Chinese astrological I Ching reading: 10/4/14

10/4 is the day of Earth Monkey in the month of Wood Dog. Earth Monkey is called an Academic Nobleman Star. It favors hard work, getting knowledge, and turning difficult conditions to one's advantage. But, it warns against being conceited and fooling oneself, thus causing one's own downfall.
Earth Monkey and Wood Dog form a partly discordant combination that encourages resourcefulness and independence, and facing challenges.
If you were born in a year or day of Tiger, Horse, or Dog, this is a good day to take a positive step forward, especially in your career.
Monkey is in harmony with Monkey, Rat, Dragon, Rooster, Dog, Sheep, and Ox, and in discord with Tiger, Snake, Pig, Horse, and Rabbit.
The I Ching hexagram for this day is number 32, line 3.

Hexagram 32 is Constancy. No blame, If you are correct, persevere. If you are not, beware of possible losses, especially of money. This hexagram is not good in fall.

Line 3 warns of inconstancy that will give cause for regret. Vacillating can result in disaster. Make sure you know where you are going and what you are doing, and be steadfast. The zodiac signs of line 3, Rooster and Horse are in discord with one another, and are in discord with the signs of changing line 3. They are in partial harmony with the sign of the day, Monkey, and the sign of the month, Dog. If you doubt yourself, don't act. The Earth of Earth Monkey puts a tiger in line 3 warning of possible injury, but says that if you do act, and are sure of yourself, act resolutely, even fiercely. If you waver, you lose.

The elements of this hexagram are Wood, Wood, and Wood. What is sought will be achieved.

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Daily Chinese astrological I Ching reading: 10/3/14

10/3 is the day of Fire Sheep in the month of Wood Dog. Fire Sheep is a Peach Blossom Star. It is a good day for social activity. Fire Sheep with Wood Dog is a partially harmonious combination that encourages being resourceful and inventive, and pursuing your aims.
If you were born in a year or day of Pig, Rabbit, or Sheep this is a good day for you, especially if you are involved in a creative, artistic, or inventive field.
Sheep is in harmony with Rabbit, Pig, Sheep, Horse, Snake, Monkey, Rooster, and Dragon, and is in discord with Dog, Ox, Rat, and Tiger.
The I Ching hexagram for this day, using the King Wen method, is number 7, line 3.

Hexagram 7 is The Army. Persevering with right leadership is successful.

Line 3 says inept leadership leads to misfortune. The zodiac signs of line 3, Horse and Rooster are in discord with one another and are in partial discord with the signs of changing line 4. They are then in harmony with the sign for the day, Sheep, and in partial harmony with the sign for the month, Dog. The Fire of Fire Sheep puts a snake in line 3. This means that there is cause for doubt; something strange is hidden. Proceed cautiously.

The elements of this hexagram are Water, Water, and Earth. Gains come after great efforts.

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Daily Chinese astrological I Ching reading: 10/2/14

10/2 is the day of Fire Horse in the month of Wood Dog. Fire Horse is a peak day. Fire Horse with Wood Dog is a harmonious combination. It favors resourcefulness, creativity, and acquisitiveness.
If you were born in a year or day of Snake, Rooster, or Ox, this is also a good day for developing a romantic interest.
If you were born in a year or day of Tiger, Dog, or Horse, this is a good day to take initiative and step forward in your life and career.
Horse day is harmonious for Dog, Tiger, Sheep, Rabbit, Snake, and Dragon, and discordant for Horse, Rat, Ox, Pig, Monkey, and Rooster.
The I Ching hexagram for this day, using the King Wen method, is number 52, line 6.

Hexagram 52 is the Mountain, or Stillness. Keeping the back still like a mountain, he goes into the courtyard and does not see people. No blame. This means perfect concentration and calmness.

Line 6 says peace and tranquility can be yours. The zodiac sign of line 6, Tiger, is in harmony with the signs of changing line 5, and with the signs of the day and month, Horse and Dog. The Fire of Fire Horse puts a dragon in line 6. It is lucky. This is a day in which to achieve your goal.

The elements of this hexagram are Earth, Earth, and Earth. The power of earth is great. Good fortune. Reflect on the good that you have received from your ancestors.

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Daily Chinese astrological I Ching reading: 10/1/14

10/1 is the day of Wood Snake in the month of Wood Dog. This is a fairly harmonious combination that favors independence and focuses on finances.
Snake is in harmony with Snake, Rooster, Ox, Horse, Rabbit, Sheep, Dragon, and Dog, and is in discord with Pig, Monkey, Tiger, and Rat.
If you were born in the year or day of Pig, Rabbit, or Sheep, this is a good day for traveling, rearranging your house, or taking a positive step forward in your career.
The I Ching hexagram for this day, using the King Wen method, is number 39, line 4.

Hexagram 39 is Obstruction. The southwest is favored over northeast. Southwest is retreat; northeast is advance. If confronted with obstacles, step back, pause, review the entire situation, and make necessary corrections. Perseverance brings good fortune.

Line 4 advises bringing divergent elements together. The zodiac signs of line 4, Monkey and Horse are in discord with one another. It suggests inner conflict and the need to face a challenge in yourself. Wood Snake puts a snake in line 4. It points to something hidden in this. The zodiac signs of line 4 are partially in harmony with the signs of changing lines 3 and 5, and in partial harmony with the sign of this day, Snake, and in complete harmony with the sign of the month, Dog. This means that if you are dealing with obstacles, sort them out carefully. You will then be able to move forward successfully. Pay attention to details.

The elements of this hexagram are Metal, Earth, and Water. The elements are in confusion. Meditate.

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Daily Chinese astrological I Ching reading: 9/30/14

9/30 is the day of Wood Dragon in the month of Wood Dog. This is a dynamic, tense, and potentially violent combination. It focuses strongly on money, and supports independence and acquisitiveness. Beware of greed and intolerance, however.
Dragon is in harmony with Monkey, Rat, Rooster, Sheep, Snake, Horse, Ox, and Pig. and in discord with Dragon, Dog, Rabbit, and Tiger.
If you were born in a year or day of Monkey, Rat, or Dragon this is a good day for creative, or artistic work.
The I Ching hexagram for this day, using the King Wen method, is number 41, line 3.

Hexagram 41 is Decrease. Decrease brings good fortune if there is sincerity. Let go of anger and control your desires. Action is advantageous if you are firm, and correct in your aim.

Line 3 advises against ostentation and boasting, as that attracts envy and danger of theft. The zodiac sign of line 3 is in harmony with the signs of changing line 1, and with the signs for the day and month, Dragon and Dog. At the same time, the Wood of Wood Dragon puts a worm in line three. This says that, with due caution, action is strongly supported.

The elements of this hexagram are Earth, Metal, and Earth. Gold is in the earth. Profits lie ahead.

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Daily Chinese astrological I Ching reading: 9/29/14

9/29 is the day of Water Rabbit in the month of Wood Dog. Water Rabbit is an Academic Nobleman Star combination. It is intelligent and gentle, it favors achievements in studies, is fond of new knowledge, is desirous of self-improvement, and is able to turn adversity to advantage. If you were born in the year or day of Water Rabbit, this is a good day for you.
Water Rabbit with Wood Dog is a harmonious combination, and favors creative activity.
If you were born in the year or day of Tiger, Horse, or Dog, this is a good day for romance.
If you were born in the year or day of Pig, Sheep, or Rabbit, this is a good day for independent, entrepreneurial activity, and for taking a step forward in your career.
Rabbit is in harmony with Rabbit, Sheep, Pig, Dog, Tiger, Snake, and Horse, and is in varying degrees of discord with Rat, Rooster, Dragon, Monkey, and Ox.
The I Ching hexagram for this day is number 61, line 4.

Hexagram 61 is Inner Truth, or Sincerity.  Pigs and fishes. Good fortune. It is advantageous to cross the great water and to be firm and correct.

Line 4 advises being sincere and advancing steadfastly. The zodiac sign of line 4, Sheep, is in partial harmony with the signs of changing lines 3 and 6, is in harmony with the sign for the day, Rabbit, and is in discord with the sign for the month, Dog. Do not procrastinate. Make hay while the sun still shines.

The elements of this hexagram are Earth, Metal, and Wood. Gold from the earth is crated in wood boxes.

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Daily Chinese astrological I Ching reading: 9/28/14

9/28 is the day of Water Tiger in the month of Wood Dog. Water Tiger is called an Academic Nobleman Star. Its nature is intelligent and gentle. It promotes great achievements in studies, is fond of new knowledge, is desirous of self-improvement, and is able to turn adverse situations into favorable ones. This is a good day especially for people born in the year or day of Tiger.
The combination of Water Tiger with Wood Dog is harmonious, and favors perseverance in creative work.
Tiger is in harmony with Tiger, Horse, Dog, Pig, Rat, Rabbit, Dragon, and Sheep, and is in varying degrees of discord with Snake, Monkey, Rooster, and Ox.
If you were born in the year or day of Monkey, Rat, or Dragon this is a good day for rearranging your home, moving house, traveling, or making changes in your work.
The I Ching hexagram for this day is number 53, line 3.

Hexagram 53 is Gradual Development. Small things accumulate to become large. Good luck. It is good to persevere.

Line 3 advises to learn from past mistakes and not to lose faith. The zodiac sign of line 3, Monkey, is in strong harmony with the signs of changing line 4. Monkey is in conflict with the sign for the day, Tiger, but is in harmony with the sign for the month, Dog. Earlier difficulties give way to ease. The outcome will be positive.

The elements of this hexagram are Earth, Earth, and Wood. The earth bears up trees. It is good to be industrious.

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