FENG SHUI - ZHEN and XUN

Moving on to Zhen and Xun; the eldest son and eldest daughter of the family.

ZHEN (☳)

Zhen signifies the eldest son who is known as the Dragon of the family.  Its Gua (trigram) is represented by a solid (Yang) line at the bottom and two broken (Yin) lines above.  Zhen is thunder bursting forth, it is rumbling below the surface of the Earth that eventually explodes above, rather like the solid Yang line bursting through the two Yin lines above.  It is the season of Spring and its element is Yang Wood.  This is the sturdy wood of trees growing straight and tall and reluctant to bend in the wind.

In the Early Heaven Arrangement Zhen Gua is placed in the Northeast.

When it was moved in the Later Heaven Arrangement it took its place in the East.  The direction of the rising sun;  the location of the Dragon.  The East represents morning and the beginning of a new season.

The Gua number of the East is 3 and the colour is jade or dark green. 

The voice, hair, foot and liver are all related to Zhen Gua.  Some or all of these may affect the eldest son of the home negatively if there is a missing corner in the East of the home.  In certain years and months the Flying Stars may also have a detrimental effect on the health and wellbeing of the eldest son.  A negative external feature in the East can also determine the health and fortune of the Zhen Gua.

XUN (☴)

Xun is the eldest daughter.  The Xun Gua is a single broken Yin line at the bottom with two Yang lines above.  Xun is the wind, growth and Yin Wood.  This is the softer and more pliant wood of grass and leaves; they lack the rigidity of Yang Wood but can survive by going with the flow.  Stand on grass and it will bounce back.  Yin Wood has a way of surviving that in some ways is more efficient than that of its Yang counterpart.

In the Early Heaven Arrangement Xun Gua is located in the Southwest directly opposite Zhen Gua.  Wind and Thunder react together to balance each other out.

The Later Heaven Arrangement has Xun Gua in the Southeast; the location of late spring and early summer.  Xun is mid morning, the time between the morning sun and the heat of the midday sun.  As in the Goldilocks story, not too cold and not too hot; just right.

The Gua number of Xun is 4; representing learning and education and its colour is green.  This is the brighter, more vibrant green of new growth.

Health in Xun Gua is related to wind (Feng), the upper arms and the thighs.  These will negatively affect the eldest daughter of the home if there is either a missing corner in the Southeast or an external negative structure.  The location of Flying Stars in different years and months will also have an influence both good and bad when they fly into the area.

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FENG SHUI INSIDE

"An Englishman's home is his castle"

HENRY VIII and SIR EDWARD COKE

While we may not all live in castles with a moat and drawbridge the one thing we desire when we close our door is to feel safe, comfortable and 'at home.'

The main door, the Qi mouth of our home, will beckon in either Sheng Qi (prosperous Qi) or Sha Qi (killing Qi) when it is opened.  What is outside your main door?  What is the quality of Qi coming into your home?

A positive flow of Qi is essential for harmony in the home.  Is your hall, kitchen, bedroom and home office or study benefitting from Sheng Qi?

After the main door these are the most important areas to focus on.  Does the layout of your home allow a meandering flow of energy to make its way into these vital locations?

They all benefit from being in a good location to suit the occupants.  They all benefit from having natural light*. 

The hall is the first port of call for any Qi entering your home.  If it has a space to gather before it begins its journey through the rest of your property it becomes slow and meandering rather than fast moving.  Harmonious flow both downstairs and upstairs brings peace and comfort. 

As important as the kitchen is, it is better in a negative area based on the natal chart of your home rather than a positive area.  However it should also have no harmful features pointing at it from the outside.  One of its main purposes is to care for the wellbeing of the residents.  Place the cooker in an auspicious direction and location within the room and at the same time see whether it is well supported from the outside.  The kitchen is a Yin area with essential Yang elements to benefit the health of the family.  Having a negative feature pointing directly into the kitchen, such as a single tall tree or a lamppost will potentially have an adverse effect on the health of the residents.

 *The bedroom, a Yin location, should be light but not too bright otherwise it becomes Yang and not conducive to restful sleep.  This is another area concerned with health and wellbeing.  It is also a sanctuary where the body is rejuvenated through the night.  What is outside your bedroom window?  Like the kitchen it should not have any negative features.

More and more people are working for themselves, or working from home for a company or corporation.  So having a home office in a good location based on the natal chart of the home and the individual using the room is essential.  Unlike the kitchen and bedroom this is a Yang area concerned with opportunities in career and the flow of wealth.   

Positive Qi flow when directed in the right way can ensure your home really is your castle.

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Fuk Luk and Sau Star Gods

Fuk Luk and Sau are known as Star Gods and are regularly displayed in any Chinese home practicing symbolic Feng Shui. 

However they are not Gods in the traditional sense of the word and are not worshipped as Gods by the Chinese.

They are symbolic of what is considered to be the most important manifestations necessary for a long and fulfilled life; health, wealth (in all its varied forms) and happiness.

When displayed they radiate a sense of peace and harmony; and invite great warmth and a continuation of good fortune for everyone in the household.

Whilst they are not regarded as divine beings they are treated with great respect and always hold a place of prominence in both home and office.  They are also displayed in retail outlets and Chinese restaurants.

SAU – Is the first Star God.  He is usually seen carrying a bottle of nectar or some other representation of longevity such as the peach.

FUK – Is the second Star God and he is usually carrying Chinese ingots or Chinese coins; he represents wealth and increased income.

LUK – Is the third Star God and he represents high power.  He usually holds a Ru Yi or Sceptre of office in his left hand.  His place is always in the centre of the trio and his purpose is to invite longevity, prosperity and power into the lives of residents.

In Chinese paintings these three deities are often depicted with the pine tree, bamboo, crane and peach tree in the background; all symbols of longevity.

If you choose to display these Star Gods whichever part of the home you place them they should be positioned high up, at least three feet from the ground, and have a solid wall behind them to give them support.

Traditionally in Chinese homes they are placed in the dining room facing the table.  This brings family blessings and harmony whenever the family gather together to dine.

However it is also auspicious to display these three important deities in other areas:

At the entrance to your home – this will invite in the aspirations you desire to experience 

In your living room – in any direction or location to bring excellent Feng Shui luck

In your family room – in any direction or location to bring excellent Feng Shui luck

In your office – behind you as you sit will bring you support and good fortune

Period Eight – during the Flying Star period 8 which runs from 2004-2024 placing Fuk Luk and Sau in the East, which is the secondary wealth corner for this period, is said to invite abundance luck and outstanding good fortune.  

   
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HEALTH means Wealth in Feng Shui

In the practice of Feng Shui prevention is always better than cure and this is no exception when it comes to Health.  Whatever else you have in your life cannot be fully enjoyed if you don’t enjoy good health.

To energise your home for good health you can activate your Health Direction in harmony with the Five Elements, as shown in the table below.

Kua Number	Tien Yi (Health)	Energise
1	East	Bamboo, Crane, Pine Tree, Round-Leafed Plants
2	West	All-Metal Windchime, Smooth Crystal Balls
3	North	Metal Tortoise, Windchime, Small Aquarium
4	South	Scented Candles, Horses, Round-Leafed Plants
5 (Male)	West	All-Metal Windchime, Smooth Crystal Balls
5 (Female)	Northwest	All-Metal Windchime, Smooth Crystal Balls
6	Northeast	Crystal Gemtree, Natural Crystals, Scented Candles
7	Southwest	Bowl of Natural Crystals, Scented Candles
8	Northwest	All-Metal Windchime, Smooth Crystal Balls
9	Southeast	Bamboo, Small Round-Leafed Plants, Green Dragon

‘Tien Yen’ translates as ‘Doctor in Heaven.’  This energy strengthens the body, mind and spirit so that you are able to live life to the full.  

The number associated with the illness star in Flying Star Feng Shui (a more advanced practice of Feng Shui) is 2 and its element is Earth.  When it ‘flies’ into an area that is in conflict with the number and the element of the area illness can result.

As an example, if the number 2 illness star ‘flies’ into the South, it is both causing illness vibrations relating to the heart, blood, veins or eyes and at the same time exhausting the energy of the South which is Fire.  The solution to this is to introduce Metal energy into the area.  The Metal has no effect on the element of Fire however it will exhaust the Earth element of the illness star. 

This is where knowledge of the Five Element Theory of Feng Shui and its three cycles is essential.  To effectively neutralise the illness star it is necessary to know the element to use to counteract its negative energies.

At a more basic level, keeping the home clear and clutter-free will avoid the likelihood of Yin Energy forming which will in turn create negative vibrations.  Opening doors and windows on a regular basis to refresh and revitalize the energy of your home will help maintain good health.

Poison arrows can also create illness vibrations.  If you have an overhead beam ‘pressing down’ on the heads of your family either above a seating area or above their bed, this can cause headaches or migraines.  The edges of walls or free-standing structures such as open shelves can also cause illness in different parts of the body depending on where the poison arrow is pointing.

Keeping your bathroom clear and clean as well as ensuring you have no blocked pipes or blocked drains in your home is the equivalent of keeping the blood flowing freely through your body.

The universal direction for Health is the East and displaying the longevity symbols of the Crane, Bamboo and the Pine Tree in this area as well as lush large round-leafed plants is auspicious.

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