Exploring the mysteries of Qimen Dunjia, we must mention the concept of the Twelve Longsheng. This theory not only reveals the laws of growth of all things but also plays a crucial role in divination. This article will delve into the specific functions of the Twelve Longsheng in Qimen Dunjia and how these states can be used to analyze and predict the development and changes of things.
The Basic Concept of the Twelve Longsheng
Qimen Dunjia, as an important branch of Yi Xue, integrates the philosophical ideas of the Ten Heavenly Stems and Twelve Earthly Branches. The Twelve Longsheng, which include Longsheng (Birth), Muyu (Bath), Guanzai (Crown and Belt), Linzhi (Official Position), Diwang (Imperial Prosperity), Shuai (Decline), Bing (Sickness), Si (Death), Mu (Mound), Jue (Extinction), Tai (Womb), and Yang (Nurturing), describe the twelve states of things from birth to death and then from death back to birth. These states not only reflect the growth patterns of natural things but also serve as a microcosm of human life, aging, illness, and death, embodying the natural law of continuous cycles in the universe.
The Specific Meanings of the Twelve Longsheng
1. Longsheng: Symbolizes new life, like the beginning of the emergence of all things.
2. Muyu: Represents the cleansing after birth, as all things receive the baptism of nature.
3. Guanzai: Symbolizes growth, as all things gradually flourish.
4. Linzhi: Like a person reaching adulthood, all things mature and begin to play their roles.
5. Diwang: Indicates that all things reach their peak state.
6. Shuai: Marks the beginning of decline for all things.
7. Bing: Symbolizes difficulties and challenges that all things face.
8. Si: Represents the end of all things.
9. Mu: All things return to dust, completing a cycle.
10. Jue: The previous energy is exhausted, and the new energy has not yet arrived, marking a period of transition.
11. Tai: The nurturing of new life, as all things prepare for the next round of growth.
12. Yang: All things take shape underground, preparing to emerge again.
In Qimen Dunjia, by analyzing the states of the Twelve Longsheng, one can conduct an in-depth analysis of the characteristics and mental state of things. For example, the states of Death, Mound, Extinction, Womb, and Nurturing are considered subterranean states, while those of Birth, Crown and Belt, Official Position, and Imperial Prosperity are considered above-ground states. Bathing, Decline, and Sickness belong to weak above-ground states. In practical divination, it is necessary to judge the development trend of things based on the state in the Four Dimensions Palace, usually prioritizing the strong state, followed by the Mound state. Additionally, the Yin-Yang and Five Elements of the time are also important references for determining the state of the Twelve Longsheng.
The Interaction Between Time Periods and Palaces
In divination, the palace is the main line, but the influence of the time period should not be ignored. The strength or weakness of the Ten Heavenly Stems in the time period is not judged according to the Twelve Longsheng table, but rather based on the relationships of generation and control in the lunar month. If the "useful god" is in a strong and favorable state in both the palace and the lunar month, the outcome of the prediction will be more favorable. Conversely, if both the palace and the lunar month are in a weak state, the result will be very unfavorable. In actual judgment, the state of the palace is the primary factor, while the strength or weakness of the lunar month is secondary, but it cannot be neglected.
Through an in-depth analysis of the role of the Twelve Longsheng in Qimen Dunjia, we can see the importance of this theory in divination. It not only helps us understand the laws of growth of all things but also provides an effective tool for prediction. Through detailed analysis and application, we can better grasp the development trends of things and achieve better predictive results in the practice of Qimen Dunjia.
