Chinese Almanac Astrology April 10 - 15, 2016

In honor of Liu Ming

my teacher

To support grace and ease / For the resolution of all beings

CHINESE ALMANAC ASTROLOGY

commentary and compilations 

by Jamie Shulander

All notes from class notes/works by Liu Ming

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INDICATORS

YEAR of the FIRE MONKEY 4714

(Native Yang Metal) Imaginative/Clever/Playful

"Charged: curious, capable, funny, adaptable, intelligent, resourceful, innovative, playful, imaginative, responsive and heals fast.

Deplete: manipulative, deceptive, unfocused, cunning, erratic, crafty, frantic, nervous, compulsive, anxious and possibly criminal.

Image: The Monkey talked about in Chinese Astrology is well known to the Chinese peasant as a god. The Tibetan and Zhou people both have fables of a Monkey ancestor. The most famous Monkey in China is the wily Monkey who aids a monk in bringing the Buddhist sutras from India. All the images portray the Monkey as godlike but with the weaknesses commonly associated with humans (desire). This is the perilous balancing act that gives us an understanding of the Monkey character. Poised between the profound and the mundane, Monkeys are capable of a broad awareness of their environment. Nothing is left to convention. For Monkeys the greatest danger is selfish fantasy, the evil sister of visionary wisdom. Monkeys fluctuate between materialism and austerity. Material possessions must not block a Monkey’s need for flexibility.

Fire Monkey (1836, 1896, 1956, 2016, 2076) ‘Mountain Monkey’

Fire Monkey’s are organized, industrious and frank characters. They have strong sexual energy and work on their appearance. They are late to settle down. Their fortunes are good (though their motivation may be inspired by escaping hardship) and they are successful in business. They are particularly capable of avoiding negativity, but they will unfortunately need this skill. Though vigorous they are susceptible to wind disorders and may have coronary problems."

LUNAR MONTH: YANG WATER DRAGON 3

"Water Dragons are hardworking, restless and taciturn characters. Despite their efforts, they do not find a home, friends or family easily. Their patience and humor protect them from disaster. They are distinguished but not haughty. Their idealism, turned on themselves, will inhibit them and makes their fortune uneven. They will, however, spend their twilight years in comfort. Despite a strong constitution they are prone to nervous disorders and suffer a constant stream of minor chronic ailments." LM Notes

QI NODE: 5 Clear and Bright

Yang leads Yin

"Clear and Bright says it all! From the equality of the equinox arises the pure light of pristine Yang - fresh and vigorous. The days grow longer and everything is isn its place for new growth. It the weather is harmonious the first harvest of green tea is made.

Abundant offering rites commemorating the ancestors let the dead (Yin) know that the living (Yang) made it successfully through to another winter. A little pride is okay. The warmth of Heaven pours down (rain and warm wind) like a continuous silk filament. Confidence spreads. Yang is fully activated.

In this qi node the qi is best at 7am. Rise early and practice neigong facing due eat. Appreciate the Yang by going places and doing things. Be busy, it's okay! Be excellent at your work, remodel the house and volunteer to assist those in need. Be strong!"

LM The Way of Three Treasures

LUNAR HEXAGRAM 43 Gui: Lurch

“Knowing when to abandon plans is an important aspect of success. Success will include a timely cutting of losses and decisive departure...Gui carries the ambiguous message that misconduct is sometimes appropriate. ” LM Changing: Zhouyi

SUNDAY April 10, Yang Water Dog 4

Hexagram Consult the Oracle

Lunar Mansion: The Birdstar/Horse

Solar Indicator: Destroy

Generosity and adaptability are key. Consult the oracle and follow advice from superiors.

"Today calculated loss (cancellation) succeeds."

LM Notes: Destroy

"It is auspicious for building and routine work. Good auspice is directly related to continuity, convention and not innovation. It is not auspicious for funerals/burials or marriages. It is dangerous for travel and/or medical treatments."

LM Notes: The Birdstart

MONDAY April 11, Yin Water Pig 5

Hexagram 37 Jia Ren: Household

Lunar Mansion: The Bow/Deer

Solar Indicator: Danger

"It is auspicious to build and buy new property. It is an especially good day to get married. It is favorable for divination, signing contracts, romance/courtship and all forms of partnership. Good auspice is especially related to festive group events, banqueting, family gatherings and/or community celebrations. It is an excellent day to take office (begin a new job). It is not auspicious for funerals/burials."

Zhouyi: The Bow

TUESDAY April 12, Yang Wood Rat 6

Hexagram 63 Jij: Already Across

Lunar Mansion: The Wings/Serpent

Solar Indicator: Complete

Consider today the closing of a chapter. It's not the end of the book, nor does the end of a book indicate  that you won't open up another one. Celebrate this moment by doing less; pausing to honor cofactors enhances rewards.

WEDNESDAY April 13, Yin Wood Ox 7

Hexagram 22 Bi: Ornament

Lunar Mansion: The Chariot/Earthworm

Solar Indicator: Harvest

"Great success comes to anyone who initiates and continues industry. Business booms, all prosper. Building and remodeling go well (bring prestige). Marriages will inspire both partners to be their best and they will produce brilliant offspring. Funerals, memorial and burials will allow the dead true peace. It is very unfavorable to procrastinate and/or postpone."

LM Notes: The Chariot

Simple decor rather than extravagance allow new resources and assistants to step forward.

THURSDAY April 14, Yang Fire Tiger 8

Hexagram 36 Mingyi: Pheasant Call

Lunar Mansion: The Horn/Crocodile

Solar Indicator: Open

"When integrity demands action, be cautious and prepared to fail. The situation is unfavorable because, the clear warnings of doom are being ignored by the powerful. Good for elopement, revolution, lawsuits and small gains. Bad for postponement, travel, making your case, equivocating and fantasizing." LM Zhouyi: 36 Mingyi

"An open heart gives the option to acquire great wisdom."

LM Notes: Open

FRIDAY April 15, Yin Fire Rabbit 9

Hexagram 25 Wu Wang: No Expectations

Lunar Mansion: The Neck/Dragon

Solar Indicator: Shut

"Do not over focus on goals and gains and you can avoid disaster. Just let things happen naturally." 

LM Zhouyi: 25 Wu Wang

"Good auspices has to do with withdrawing and transforming and not pushing forward. A willingness to learn and reform will bring good fortune...It is about the useful conventions of education. Collecting data before action."

LM Notes: The Neck

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Jamie Shulander

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