Compass School of Feng Shui is concerned with how the building or apartment is engaging with the environment from the perspective of Gua Qi (卦氣). With this, there are some Master advocating the 3 realms (三才): Heaven Qi is to face (向), Earth Qi is to ride (乘) and Human Qi is to take in (納); creating confusion to the learners.
By removing the this 3 realms (三才) analysis, essentially there is only sitting and facing. Therefore, when dealing with sitting the practitioner aims for riding the Qi flow. And, when it comes to facing the practitioner is concern with taking in the Qi.
• To “ride” (坐/乘氣) • To “face” (向/納氣)
The 8 Mansion Method (八宅明鏡) typically uses sitting to determine Fu Wei, and to calculate the locations of the eight wandering Qi through Yao line changes.
The Flying Stars (玄空飛星) tends to use the facing direction to calculate the location of the flying stars.
While in the theory of Yang House 3 Needs (陽宅三要) would use the front door as its Fu Wei (付位), to calculate the locations of the eight wandering Qi. This method is extremely useful for those property which need to install front and back doors.
Lastly in Xuan Kong Da Gua (玄空大卦), it embraces both facing and sitting (which aims at both riding and facing); in the aspect of Sitting, Mountain, Facing and Water (龍山向水) and aims at creating certain combination of formula to match the house with the residents.
“formulas without forms is the equivalent of drinking soup with a fork”
大壯卦 (Great Strength Gua), while in 遁卦 (Hidding Gua) the essence is in 以退为进, therefore emphasis is in tactical retreat or hiding, 大壯卦 (Great Strength Gua) in this instances recommends (just the opposite – 最强的防守就是进攻); whereby positive and proactive action gives a good indication of success. This powerful and auspicious Gua is also known as ‘Great Strength’ or ‘Great Valor’.
大壯卦 (Great Strength Gua) is an indication of good fortune and blessing. Represents that there is a tremendous amount that can be achieved in terms of career development, relationship growth, the commencement of a new project or venture or the pursuit of personal growth. Level headedness is the key ingredient of this Gua, so as not to over do things.
大壯卦 (Great Strength Gua) elements (五行) belongs to Wood (木); if the facing / sitting / door of the house or apartment is this Gua (卦), it is suitable for resident with annual pillar Fire Snake (丁巳), Wood Snake (乙巳), Metal Snake (辛巳), Water Rabbit (癸卯).
遁卦 (Hidding Gua) or ‘Dùn’ Gua; often written as 遯卦 has an an upper Qian (乾) Trigram and a lower Gen (艮) Trigram. Sometimes when all the odd are against us, the wisest course of action is to take a step back and reflect. This is the key learning point of the thirty-third Gua, 遯 or ‘Retreat’.
遁卦 (Hidding Gua) is like a wise hermit retreating from society, out of righteous indignation, to meditate and reflect on how to build a better world; as active resistance will be no more effective than fighting the tide.
遁卦 (Hidding Gua) elements (五行) belongs to Metal (金); if the facing / sitting / door of the house or apartment is this Gua (卦), it is suitable for resident with annual pillar Fire Rooster (丁酉), Fire Dog (丙戌), Earth Dog (戊戌), Metal Dog (庚戌).
恆卦 (Consistent Gua) is also known as Endurance Gua or Enduring Gua. It comprise of a upper upper Zhen (震) Trigram and a lower Xun (巽) Trigram. And is thought to represent our long term emotional and spiritual investments and goals.
恆卦 (Consistent Gua) has a Qian (乾) at 2nd, 3rd and 4th Yao (爻); this is an important Gua (卦). This represent although flexible like the wind (巽), principles (乾) do not change. This serves as a reminder that perseverance and hard work are ultimately the only true path to success and happiness. The Zhen (震) in the upper tells us to be steadfast and committed; while not being controlling, stubborn or forceful.
恆卦 (Consistent Gua) indicates a positive vibes, to hold to our convictions if we dream to achieve all that we desire. The path ahead may be long, grinding and enduring but the goal is worth reaching.
恆卦 (Consistent Gua) elements (五行) belongs to Wood (木); if the facing / sitting / door of the house or apartment is this Gua (卦), it is suitable for resident with annual pillar Earth Horse (戊午), Water Horse (壬午), Wood Goat (乙未), Earth Rat (戊子).
咸卦 (Harmonious Gua) can be referred to as Influence or Mutual Attraction. It denotes the powerful nature of these emotions and the centrality of the union between male and female for the production of next generation.
咸卦 (Harmonious Gua) with Gen (艮) Trigram indicates strength and the Dui (兌) Trigram is represent joy. Hence, true joy to be found in love, there also has to be strength in the emotion. Rush of passion may not lead to lasting love if the flames quickly fade.
咸卦 (Harmonious Gua) also represent of good luck. It indicates that harmony can be enjoyed in love and in marriage. It also indicate joy, unity and stability in lasting love can bestow on the fortunate.
咸卦 (Harmonious Gua) elements (五行) belongs to Metal (金); if the facing / sitting / door of the house or apartment is this Gua (卦), it is suitable for resident with annual pillar Wood Rooter (乙酉), Fire Dog (丙戌), Earth Dog (戊戌), Water Dog (壬戌).
離卦 (Fire Gua) is constructed of a lower Li (離) Trigram beneath an upper Li (離) Trigram. It plays a tremendous role in the lives of human evolution. Our ability to control fire set us on the path of invention toward our modern lifestyles. Fire can be seen as the heat of the sun without which life on earth could not exist.
離卦 (Fire Gua) also has a clinging nature as Fire cannot burn in isolation, without air and without fuel it will quickly exhaust and dies, therefore Fire needs something to cling to.
離卦 (Fire Gua) may also suggest sunny skies and may be tempting to rest and enjoy the sun; it also suggests that we take time to meditate on what is importance in our life (i.e. our life’s purpose, goals and relationships).
離卦 (Fire Gua) elements (五行) belongs to Wood (木); if the facing / sitting / door of the house or apartment is this Gua (卦), it is suitable for resident with annual pillar Earth Tiger (戊寅), Fire Tiger (丙寅), Wood Tiger (甲寅), Water Horse (壬午).
Selenite is a crystalline variety of the mineral, a beautiful white non-transparent Gypsum. It is a very soft mineral which can be easily scratched. Selenite are common in location such as Mexico, Russia, Morocco, Australia and the USA.
The name Selenite is related to the Greek word meaning “moon”, and also being ‘package’ to relate with the Greek Goddess Selene, who was the Goddess of the Moon.
Selenite is often associated with Crown Chakra. Therefore, Selenite provides for clarity of the mind, it helps one increases awareness of self and surroundings. As it aids in openining the crown chakras, it influences the angelic consciousness and higher spiritual guidance.
Selenite is a calming stone that instils peace and is often use in meditation or spiritual work. It assists judgement and insight.
In Flying Star Feng Shui or Xuan Kong Flying Stars (玄空飞星),Selenite is effective as remedy or for clearing and cleansing one’s energy, as well as the energy of your environment or sectors (i.e. 2 Black, 5 Yellow, 7 Scarlet). Therefore, besides the conventional 3-legged toad, mystical creatures (i.e. Qilin, PiXiu), wind chimes, copper coins and salt water cures; users could consider this graceful alternative so that it doesn’t affect the overall theme of the house or make the house look like a Temple or Chinese Restaurant.
Do take note that Selenite dislike contact with water. These delicate white stones may dissolve when in contact with water or become discoloured.
As it is valid, for one who have serious faults; or they are dizzy, muddled and becomes forgetful the moment one turn around; or they are often troubled when there is nothing wrong; or they are discouraged when they see a gentleman; or they are unhappy when they hear the truth; or they are beneficial to others yet suffers from resentment; or the night dream is upside down, or even vain words and lose one’s will; both are guilty of sins, and they are like this, that is, one must work hard, give up the old ways and try to renew & make anew.
Fire Agate is a version of chalcedony, collectors refer it as semi-precious natural gemstone.
In Wicca, Fire Agate, known as the spiritual flame of absolute perfection, carries a great mystery locked inside its deep brown crystal. It has a lower intensity and vibrates to a slower frequency than most gemstons. Yet is highly has a stabilizing and strengthening influence. It beauty comes from the ability to awakens the lower chakras that lights up one’s Life Force or Qi (炁).
Fire Agate is beneficial in the treatment of poor circulation, lethargy or lack of energy, or depression.
Fire Agate enhances mental function by improving concentration, perception, and analytical abilities. The brown and red shades stimulate the Base Chakra. The Base, or Root Chakra which controls the energy for kinesthetic feeling and movement.
In Feng Shui (風水), Fire Agate utilizes Fire energy. Fire energy is the energy of enthusiasm, warmth, brightness, illumination and activity. It represents the energy of heat, action, emotion and passion. It is associated with the south area of a home.
In playing with 8 Mansion Feng Shui (八宅風水), a few aspects come into mind of a vivid practitioner or Masters. At some point, the 8 Mansion Feng Shui user ought to ask:
• Facing start Stability Sector (付位) • Sitting start Stability Sector (付位) • Door start Stability Sector (付位) • Life Gua based Stability Sector (付位)
Some practitioners would praise the 24 mountain method of 8 Mansion (二十四山八宅), some keep to the 8 sectors, while some uses the simplier form, of purely 2 sectors: good sector vs bad sectors (吉凶好壞).
Then, at some point in the adventure, the 8 Mansion Feng Shui (八宅風水) user should also ask whether the 8 sectors are constant throughout the entire column of apartment. Because in cities, high rise are common. And, this becomes an issue for 8 Mansion Feng Shui (八宅風水) users to ponder, as the original textbook isn’t catered for high rise building and apartments. If it changes from floor to floor / level to level, how should the 8 Mansion be plotted to give a better accuracy in assessment and a more reflective application.
The 8 Mansion (八宅風水) that is typically talk about in text book and course are static. There is also a dynamic dimension to incorporate into to give the crisp in application. The dynamic dimension is basically the annual (年運) angle of 8 Mansion Feng Shui (八宅風水).
With that, it brings to another question. The derivation of Gua Number or Life Gua (命卦), we are taught to use Start of Spring as the cut off point. What if this system is inherently wrong from the start, actually winter solstice is a better relevant cut off point. Do we use 冬至一阳生 or 三阳开泰 ?
Lastly, most of the 8 Mansion Feng Shui (八宅風水). user would be missing this leg. That is the dimension of angle’in the application against the 12 phrase of growth cycle (十二長生圖) and NaYin (納音). 12 phrase of growth cycle (十二長生圖) is primary importance while NaYin (納音) is of secondary importance.
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