In Chinese astrology, by analyzing a person's birth time and date (Ba Zi), one can gain insight into family background, the condition of parents, and the relationship with siblings. This article will explore how to observe the mother's situation from the perspective of the "Brother Palace," revealing some judgment techniques and examples in traditional Chinese astrology, helping us better understand the connection between family and kinship.
Assessment of Family Background
In traditional Chinese astrology, the status of one's family can be predicted through their Ba Zi. The Year Pillar represents ancestors, while the Month Pillar symbolizes parents and siblings. By analyzing the favorable or unfavorable elements (Xi Ji Shen) in these two pillars, one can infer a person's family background. For example, if both the Year and Month Pillars are favorable elements, it usually indicates a good family background; if both are unfavorable, it may suggest a poor family background. Additionally, if the Year Pillar is favorable but the Month Pillar is unfavorable, it may indicate that the ancestors were wealthy, but the father's generation declined. Conversely, if the Year Pillar is unfavorable but the Month Pillar is favorable, it might mean that the father's generation gradually accumulated wealth. These judgments are not absolute but have some reference value.
Assessment of Parents' Condition
In the Zi Ping system, the "Yin Shou" (Influence) represents the mother, and the "Pian Cai" (Secondary Wealth) represents the father. By observing the Year and Month Pillars, one can assess the rise and fall of the parents. For instance, when the body (the person's own element) is strong, and the Wealth Star is favorable, it may indicate that the father is affectionate and supportive. When the body is weak, and the Influence Star is favorable, it may indicate that the mother is affectionate and supportive. If the Month Branch has a "Zheng Guan" (Orthodox Official) as a favorable element and there is a benefactor in the same pillar, it usually indicates that the parents are kind and refined. If the "Zheng Guan" is damaged by the "Shang Guan" (Injurious Official), the parents may be physically weak or sickly. These judgments help us understand the parents' personalities, health conditions, and their relationship with their children.
Assessment of Siblings
The "Di Tian Sui" states that the rise and fall of siblings are related to the favorable or unfavorable nature of the Wealth Star. "Bi Jian" (Sibling), "Jie Cai" (Robbing Wealth), and "Yang Yin" (Yang Blade) all represent siblings. By analyzing the relationship between these factors and the Wealth Star, one can determine the condition of siblings. For example, if "Bi Jian" and "Jie Cai" are favorable elements, it may indicate that siblings provide assistance. If "Bi Jian" and "Jie Cai" are subjected to conflict or damage, it may suggest disharmony or loss among siblings. Through such analysis, we can predict the number of siblings, their relationships, and mutual influences.
Through the above analysis, we can see that traditional Chinese astrology provides a complex system for observing the mother and other family members from the perspective of the "Brother Palace." Although these methods have a certain statistical basis, they also involve variability and exceptions. Understanding these judgment techniques can help us delve deeper into family backgrounds and kinship relations, but we should also maintain an open mind and make comprehensive judgments based on actual situations.
