In 2026, the Year of Bing Wu (丙午), those born in the Year of the Monkey will not offend the Tai Sui. This is because the Earthly Branch of the Monkey (Shen, 申) and the Tai Sui (Wu, 午) form a "Shen-Wu Hidden Union," which does not involve conflict, injury, harm, or disruption. Instead, it holds hidden opportunities. The animals that will offend the Tai Sui in 2026 are the Horse, Rat, Ox, and Rabbit, totaling four.
Will the Monkey Offend the Tai Sui in 2026?
According to *San Ming Tong Hui* (The Comprehensive Interpretation of Three Fates), "The Tai Sui is the master of the year and the leader of all deities." The core criterion for determining whether an animal offends the Tai Sui is whether its Earthly Branch has a conflict, injury, harm, disruption, or value relationship with the Tai Sui's Earthly Branch.In 2026, the Earthly Branch of the Tai Sui is Wu (午). The Earthly Branch of the Monkey (Shen, 申) forms a "Shen-Wu Hidden Union" with Wu (午), which is not considered as offending the Tai Sui. Therefore, those born in the Year of the Monkey will not offend the Tai Sui this year.
Shen (申) contains Geng (庚) metal, Ren (壬) water, and Wu (戊) earth. Wu (午) represents wealth. The hidden union creates a subtle energy field that makes the Monkey's fortune appear as "hidden opportunities." In their careers, they may easily receive help from unseen mentors, but they need to actively connect with them.
Their financial situation will remain stable with gradual growth, but they should be cautious of hidden losses. Although they do not offend the Tai Sui, they can still enhance their energy field through small habits: wearing a silver rat-shaped pendant (as Shen, Zi, and Chen form a three-way union), or placing a white ceramic cup on their desk (to moisten metal and reduce dryness), aligning with the metaphysical logic of "the hidden union requires visible action."
It is important to distinguish: In 2027, the Year of Ding Wei (丁未), Shen (申) and Wei (未) form a mutual injury, so those born in the Year of the Monkey will offend the Tai Sui. 2026 is actually a "period of accumulation," and they can interact more with friends or relatives born in the Years of the Rat and the Dragon to lay the foundation for next year's fortune.
Animals That Will Offend the Tai Sui in 2026
Born in the Year of the Horse (Offending the Tai Sui / Injury by the Tai Sui): Wu (午) is the Tai Sui, and it is "sitting on the Tai Sui." Additionally, Wu (午) self-injures, as mentioned in *Xie Ji Bian Fang Shu* (Discerning Directions with Harmonization): "Those who encounter the Tai Sui have their fate aligned with the year, making change easy; those who injure themselves experience confusion and dullness."Their fortune often shows "good luck with hidden dangers." They may have opportunities for promotion but face excessive pressure, and health should be carefully monitored to avoid overexertion. It is recommended to practice the "Segmented Work Method": work for one hour and rest for ten minutes, or place a potted spider plant in the southern part of the home to use wood energy to balance fire energy and alleviate the impact of self-injury.
Born in the Year of the Rat (Conflict with the Tai Sui): Zi (子) and Wu (午) form a six-way conflict, disrupting the energy field's foundation, as noted in *Yuan Hai Zi Ping* (The Essentials of Destiny): "Conflict means movement, leading to career changes and interpersonal disharmony." They may face job transfers or partnership breakdowns, so they should avoid hasty decisions.
They can adopt the "Weekly Planning Method": plan core tasks every Sunday to avoid being overwhelmed; wear a jade peace pendant to buffer the conflict using earth energy, aligning with the ancient teaching "those in conflict should remain stable."
Born in the Year of the Ox (Harm by the Tai Sui): Chou (丑) and Wu (午) form a mutual harm, known as "official-ghost harm." This occurs because Chou (丑) and Zi (子) form a union, while Wu (午) conflicts with Zi (子), and Wu (午) and Wei (未) form a union, while Chou (丑) conflicts with Wei (未), causing the union to be blocked and generating resentment. They may encounter hidden obstacles and missed opportunities, especially needing to guard against workplace rumors.
Carry a note with the word "Caution" in your bag to strengthen communication awareness; meet with people born in the Years of the Snake and the Rooster, who are favorable unions, to use their positive energy to resolve the harmful situation.
Born in the Year of the Rabbit (Disruption by the Tai Sui): Mao (卯) and Wu (午) form a mutual disruption, meaning "damage," which leads to hidden conflicts and financial loss, such as hidden expenses or equipment failure. Develop the habit of "organizing and tidying up": organize personal items before bed each day and review monthly expenses, marking "non-essential spending"; place a green porcelain vase in the eastern part of the house to stabilize the situation using earth energy and reduce the impact of disruption.
It is particularly important to clarify: Those born in the Year of the Tiger (Yin, 寅) form a three-way union with Wu (午) as Yin, Wu, and Xu form a fire group, and those born in the Year of the Sheep (Wei, 未) form a union with Wu (午). These are both auspicious signs and not considered as offending the Tai Sui. This clarification is made to correct any misunderstanding and ensure accurate information.
Practical Tips for Enhancing Fortune and Reducing Anxiety
Tai Sui Protection Techniques: Those who encounter the Tai Sui can wear light gray clothing (to balance fire energy); those facing conflict, harm, or disruption can clean their homes and remove unused items on the first day of each month to clear the energy field.
General Fortune-Enhancing Methods: Hang a traditional ink-and-wash landscape painting (water to control fire and regulate the climate) at home, or stick a small copper Fu character sticker on the phone case. Each week, have a casual meal with your three-way union lucky companions to absorb positive energy.
Mindset Balance Technique: If anxiety arises due to encountering the Tai Sui, silently recite "A gentleman is not worried or fearful" from *The Analects*, understanding "destiny is created by oneself." When facing difficulties, write the words "Smooth and Safe" and place them on your desk to reinforce positive suggestions.
Concern about whether one encounters the Tai Sui and identifying the affected animals essentially reflects a deep desire for life's stability. However, *San Ming Tong Hui* has long stated, "Although the Tai Sui is respected, virtue can transform it." The flow of fortune in 2026 serves as a reminder rather than a fixed destiny. The spider plant and the jade pendant are expressions of goodwill, but the true protector of life remains daily prudence and steadfast actions.
There is no need to worry about encountering the Tai Sui. The calmness of taking regular breaks and the clarity of tracking expenses is already a stable safeguard. There is no need to be anxious about fluctuations in fortune; the company of friends and personal growth are already accumulating good energy. May you use the guidance of the year's fortune to find direction and build health through steady actions. May you always remain composed and enjoy continuous good fortune.
