Daily Chinese astrological I Ching reading: 2/22/15

2/22 is the day of Earth Snake in the month of Earth Tiger. This is a partly harmonious combination. It brings out Competitive Deity. Competitive Deity favors adventurous, competitive activities in which there, ideally, is no restraint. Earth Snake is a Knife Blade combination. This makes it prone to impatience, intolerance, and anger. The quality of the day is restless.
Snake is the Traveling Star for Pig, Rabbit, and Sheep. If you were born in a year or day of one of these three signs this may be an active day, good for getting on with your work, rearranging or cleaning your home or work place, and traveling.
Snake favors Snake, Rooster, Ox, Horse, and Sheep; is neutral toward Rabbit, Dragon, Dog, and Rat; and clashes with Monkey, Pig, and Tiger.
The I Ching hexagram for this day, using the King Wen calculation, is number 34, line 4.

Hexagram 34 is Da Zhuang, Great Power. It is time to persevere. This hexagram is bad in spring. We are in Chinese spring.

Line 4 advises being cautious in using power. The zodiac sign of line 4, Horse, is in harmony with the signs of the day and month. The Earth of Earth Snake day puts a dragon in line 4. This is auspicious. Take advantage of the energy of this day.

The elements of this hexagram are Earth, Metal, and Wood. It favors being industrious.

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Daily Chinese astrological I Ching reading: 2/21/15

2/21 is the day of Earth Dragon in the month of Earth Tiger. This is a partly discordant combination. It brings out Amiable Deity. Amiable Deity encourages friendliness, but independence. Earth Dragon is forceful and will get its way, except it can run into trouble in romantic relationships as well as in marriage and with in-laws. This day may be a challenge in relationships. Easy does it.
Dragon is the Star of Arts for Monkey, Rat, and Dragon. It likes solitude. If you were born in a year or day of one of these three signs this is a good day for focusing on creative work.
If you were born in a year or day of Snake, Horse, or Sheep, this is a good day to listen to yourself and enjoy your own company.
Dragon favors Monkey, Rat, Rooster, Tiger, and sometimes Rabbit; is neutral toward Snake, Horse, Sheep, and Ox; and clashes with Dragon, Dog, and sometimes Rabbit.
The I Ching hexagram for this day, using the King Wen calculation, is number 20, line 4.

Hexagram 20 is Guan, Contemplation. The ablution has been made but not the offering. People look up to him with trust. The action is not yet completed.

Line 4 advises taking a broader view of the circumstances. The zodiac sign of line 4, Sheep, is in a neutral relation to the signs of the day and month. The Earth of Earth Dragon day puts a tortoise in line 4. It speaks of being patient, accepting and working with circumstances such as they are, and keeping your thoughts to yourself for the time being.

The elements of this hexagram are Metal, Earth, and Wood. Energies are low. Small gains.

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Daily Chinese astrological I Ching reading: 2/20/15

2/20 is the day of Fire Rabbit in the month of Earth Tiger. This is a harmonious combination. It brings out Explicit Talent Deity, and strongly favors inventiveness, creativity, entertainment, and art. This combination also brings out love and it helps in resolving conflicts. It is good for marriage.
Rabbit is the Star of Romance for Tiger, Horse, and Dog. If you were born in a year or day of any of these three signs this day favors romance for you.
If you were born in a year or day of Pig, Rabbit, or Sheep this day favors making positive progress in your career.
Rabbit favors Rabbit, Sheep, Pig, Tiger, Dog, and sometimes Dragon; is neutral with Snake, Horse, Monkey, and Ox; and clashes with Rat, Rooster, and sometimes Dragon.
The I Ching hexagram for this day, using the King Wen method of calculation, is number 41, line 3.

Hexagram 41 is Sun, Decrease. Decrease brings good fortune when combined with sincerity. No blame. Persevere. It furthers to undertake something. How? You may use two small bowls for the sacrifice. This means sincerity even if with small means. The intention is what matters. Offer what you can, in other words.

Line 3 advises striving for balance in all things. When three travel together one drops out. When one travels alone, he finds a companion. The zodiac signs for line 3, Ox and Rooster, are in perfect harmony with the signs of changing line 1, and clash with the signs of the day and month. The Fire of Fire Rabbit day puts a snake in line 3. If you pay attention to what may be hidden, in other words, if you expect the unexpected, you may profit. Be open to surprises.

The elements of this hexagram are Earth, Metal, and Earth. Earth produces gold. Profits lie ahead.

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Daily Chinese astrological I Ching reading: 2/19/15

2/19 is Chinese new year. It is now the year of Wood Sheep. For new years predictions visit http://raphael-astroblog.blogspot.com

2/19 is the day of Fire Tiger in the month of Earth Tiger. This is a harmonious combination. It strongly brings out the deity of Implicit Talent, and favors all creative and artistic activities.
Fire Tiger is a Peach Blossom Star. It encourages social activities and love, but, Fire Tiger also being a Red Light Star, warns of trouble developing in romantic affairs if you are not careful.
Fire Tiger is highly intelligent, and brings out the star called Tian Shu. Tian Shu brings luck. So, if there are any problems it's not hard to get around them.
Tiger is the Traveling Star for Monkey, Rat, and Dragon. If you were born in a year or day of one of these three signs this may be a busy day, good for traveling, moving, and/or making positive changes at work.
Tiger favors Tiger, Horse, Dog, Rabbit, Dragon, and Pig; is neutral with Sheep, Rooster, Rat, and Ox; and clashes with Snake and Monkey.
The I Ching hexagram for this day, using the King Wen calculation method, is number 63, line 3.

Hexagram 63 is Jiji, Completion. It brings success to small details. Persevere. Know where to stop. In the beginning there is good luck. If you go too far, there is disorder.

Line 3 advises using only the most qualified people and the best ideas. The zodiac sign for line 3, Pig, is in harmony with the signs of changing line 2, and with the sign for the day and month. The Fire of Fire Tiger day puts a snake in line 3. While all the signs point to ease in productivity, pay attention to some detail that seems hidden but that can cause some problems later.

The elements of this hexagram are Water, Fire, and Water. Study deeply. A sharp, penetrating mind is necessary. Go into the darkness to find the light.

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Daily Chinese astrological I Ching reading: 2/18/15

2/18 is the last day of the year of Wood Horse. Tomorrow starts the year of Wood Sheep. To read the predictions for the year of Wood Sheep go to http://raphael-astroblog.blogspot.com

2/18 is the day of Wood Ox in the month of Fire Ox. This is a harmonious combination. It favors making money. Wood Ox promotes good fortune.
Ox is the Star of Arts for Snake, Rooster, and Ox. If you were born in a year or day of one of these three signs this is a good day for creative thinking and artistic work.
Ox favors Ox, Snake, Rooster, Rat, and Pig; is 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 calculation method, is number 43, line 5.

Hexagram 43 is Kui, Decision. You must resolutely make things known at the court, and tell the truth. Danger. It is time to act.

Line 5 advises being positively determined to root out and get rid of all adverse influences. Clean out your house. The zodiac sign of line 5, Rooster, is in partial harmony with the signs of changing lines 1, 3, and 6, and is in harmony with the sign of the day and month. The Wood of Wood Ox puts a tiger in line 5. Be thorough. Get out of your way whatever you need to.

The elements of this hexagram are Earth, Metal, and Metal. Earth brings up a lot of gold. Success.

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Daily Chinese astrological I Ching reading: 2/17/15

2/17 is the day of Wood Rat in the month of Fire Ox. This is a harmonious combination. It favors being resourceful and managing finances. Wood Rat promotes good fortune and wealth. It also helps resolve difficulties and get around troubles. The combination of Wood Rat and Fire Ox brings out Heaven Medicine Star. This is auspicious for healthy people, but warns those who are not well to pay attention to, and take care of their health now.
Rat is the Star of Romance for Pig, Rabbit, and Sheep. If you were born in a year or day of one of these three signs this is a good day for romantic affairs.
If you were born in a year or day of Monkey, Rat, or Dragon this is a good day to pursue creative and professional aims.
Rat favors Rat, Dragon, Monkey, Ox, Pig, and sometimes Sheep; is neutral with Tiger, Snake, Rooster, and Dog; and clashes with Rabbit, Horse, and sometimes Sheep.
The I Ching hexagram for this day, using the King Wen method, is number 57, line 6.

Hexagram 57 is Sun, Wind, Penetration. Success through what is small. It is good to be active and to see people in positions of influence.

Line 6 advises being decisive. Don't waste energy trying to find out more and more. Make up your mind and act. The zodiac sign for line 6, Rabbit, is in partial discord with the signs of changing line, 3, clashes with the sign for the day, and is neutral with the sign for the month. The Wood of Wood Rat day puts a tortoise in line 6. Pursue your goal and keep your business to yourself.

The elements of this hexagram are Wood, Wood, and Wood. The power of growth is strong. Help comes from many directions.

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Daily Chinese astrological I Ching reading: 2/16/15

2/16 is the day of Water Pig in the month of Fire Ox. This is a partially discordant combination. It favors independence and the ability to face challenges squarely. Water Pig, however, is a Knife Blade combination. It warns against going to extremes, getting angry, and getting into quarrels.
Pig is the Traveling Star for Snake, Rooster, and Ox. If you were born in a year or day of one of these three signs, this could be a busy day. It favors traveling, rearranging your home or place of work, and making positive moves in your career.
Pig favors Rabbit, Sheep, Rat, Ox, and Tiger; is neutral with Dragon, Horse, Rooster, and Dog; and clashes with Pig, Snake, and Monkey.
The I Ching hexagram for this day, using the King Wen method, is number 61, line 4.

Hexagram 61 is Zhongfu, Inner Sincerity. Everyone understands this. It is basic. Good luck. It is time to cross the great water and to persevere.

Line 4 encourages deepening your sincerity and following your truth. The zodiac sign of line 4, Sheep, is in partial discord with the signs of changing lines, 1 and 6, and is in harmony with the signs of the day and month. The Water of Water Pig day puts a tortoise in line 4. Be patient.

The elements of this hexagram are Earth, Metal, and Wood. Bad luck is what good luck leans on. Good luck is what bad luck hides in.

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