Chinese Astrology

Lesson 3: Forecasting The Future Using The Four Pillars Analysis

Putting it Together

A true analysis requires that we blend together all that we have learned. In order to give a client or friend (a client could even be a building, company or project) a complete chart analysis using the techniques we have learned so far, we first construct and analyze the Four Pillars chart as described in the last lesson. Next, we construct a decade analysis to see how this person will fare over each decade of their life. If a decade appears particularly auspicious or inauspicious, we then go to the individual years and look at them one by one to see the variations we can expect. Key months can be examined also for insights.

In order to gain more clarity in the near future (next 30-60 days), we then consult the Tong Shu and look at the 4 pillars for each day and construct an analysis using their day stem. Using all the information given in the Tong Shu, a fairly accurate description of the person's luck can be given near term along with advice on how to counteract any upcoming negativity.

This type analysis is useful in predicting what dates and periods of time are best for trying to conceive a child, get funding for a new business, get married, or determine the course of a business partnership. It is also a good idea to look at the symbolism of the type of activity being planned in conjunction with the symbolism of the element and animal of each pillar - for example, a trade show or key communications meeting would be auspiciously planned when the stem is Water or the branch is an animal natively ruled by Water. It is also a good idea to look at whether the period in question is predominantly Yin or Yang - and whether or not the activity planned is Yin or Yang and therefore compatible.

At this point in our studies, we have accumulated enough tools to conduct a reasonable individual, composite, or event analysis for ourselves or others. In fact, this is as much of Chinese astrology as many astrologers ever learn! We, however, will continue in our studies. Next, we will add even more tools to our skill-set by learning the fine and complex art of Zi Wei Do Shu and 9 Star Ki.

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