The 14 Major Stars
In Zi Wei Dou Shu, the Si Hua school mainly works with 14 major stars and 4 support stars for the Four Transformations (Hua Lu, Hua Quan, Hua Ke, Hua Ji).
The San
He method, also known as the Southern School of Zi Wei Dou Shu, uses anywhere
from 30 to 108 stars in their analysis.
These 14 key
stars are:
1. Zi Wei 紫微 (The Emperor Star)
2. Tian Fu 天府 (The Treasury Star)
3. Tian Ji 天機 (The Thinker Star)
4. Tian Xiang 天相 (The Minister Star)
5. Tian Liang 天梁 (The Blessing Star)
6. Wu Qu 武曲 (The Commander Star)
7. Lian Zhen 廉貞 (The Integrity Star)
8. Ju Men 巨門 (The Messenger Star)
9. Tan Lang 貪狼 (The Ambitious Star)
12. Tian Tong 天同 (The Relaxed Star)
13. Qi Sha 七殺 (The Warrior Star)
14. Po Jun 破軍 (The Reformer Star)
Category by Type
The first
group of stars are the 14 major stars divided into 3 types.
Type 1 - The
Ruler
1. Zi Wei 紫微 (The Emperor Star)
2.
3. Tian Fu (The Treasury Star)
Type 2 - The
Dynamic
1. Tan Lang (The Ambitious Star)
2.
Type 3 - The
Humanitarian
This type is segmented into two groups: the Supporters and the Adapters.
The
supporters:
3.
The
Adapters:
2.
3.
Category by Energy
The Yang Stars
3. Tian Fu (The Treasury Star)
4. Tian Tong (The Relaxed Star)
5.
6.
7.
The Yin Stars
4.
6.
Category by Element
Metal
1. Wu Qu (The Commander Star) (Yin)
2. Qi Sha (The Warrior Star) (Yang)
Wood
1. Tian Ji (The Thinker Star) (Yin)
2. Tan Lang (The Ambitious Star) (Yang)
Fire
1. Lian Zhen (The Integrity Star) (Yin)
2. Tai Yang (The Sun) (Yang)
Earth
1. Zi Wei (The Emperor Star) (Yin)
2. Tian Fu (The Treasury Star) (Yang)
3. Tian Liang (The Blessing Star) (Yang)
Water
1. Po Jun (The Reformer Star) (Yin)
2. Ju Men (The Messenger Star) (Yin)
3. Tai Yin (The Moon) (Yin)
4. Tian Tong (The Relaxed Star) (Yang)
5. Tian Xiang (The Minister Star) (Yang)
EXPLANATION
For any part
of our life to work well, we need the right mix of opposite energies. Think of
it like this:
Yin energy =
Calm, quiet, gentle energy (like water or moonlight)
Yang energy
= Active, strong, bright energy (like fire or sunlight)
Why Balance
Matters?
Just like we
need both rest and activity in our daily life, each area of our chart needs
both types of energy to work properly.
What happens
when there's too much of one type:
Too much
calm energy (Yin) = Things become too slow or stuck
Too much
active energy (Yang) = Things become too rushed or harsh
When the
balance is right:
Everything
flows smoothly
We feel more
satisfied and content
That area of
our life works better
Simple
Example:
Think of it
like cooking - you need both sweet and salty flavors to make food taste good.
If you only have sweet OR only salty, the food doesn't taste right. But when
you have the right mix of both, everything tastes perfect!
The same
idea applies to the energy in different parts of our life chart.
Category by Location
The same
idea applies to the energy in different parts of our life chart.
Northern Stars
3.
5.
6.
Center Stars
Southern Stars
2.
3.
4.
5.
Core Symbols
Northern Stars
Female
Material
Life
Darkness
Death
Southern Stars
Male
Spiritual
Life
Brightness
Life
Category by Nature
Mild Stars
The Leader
Calm, noble,
and stabilizing. Great for leadership, attracts support, gives "main
character" energy.
2. Tian Xiang (The Minister Star)
The Gentle
Advisor
Mild,
diplomatic, loyal, and refined. Great for balancing aggressive stars. Very
likable and trustworthy.
3. Tian Liang (The Blessing Star)
The Wise
Elder / Guardian
Protective
and moral. Likes helping others, very stable. Brings maturity and calm
decisions.
4. Tian Tong (The Relaxed Star)
The Chill
One / Happy Buddha
Relaxed,
friendly, easygoing. Brings peace, comfort, and enjoyment of life. Good for
emotional well-being.
The Gentle One
Soft,
intuitive, and caring. Brings beauty, sensitivity, and a nurturing vibe.
6.
The Manager
Gentle,
stable, and generous star that loves organization and preserving what's good.
Brings a comfortable, fortunate life, helping to steadily accumulate wealth and
lead effectively from behind the scenes.
What These Stars Tend to Do:
- Calm the chart down, especially when paired with aggressive stars.
- Bring emotional support, relationship harmony, or career ease.
- Help create a person who is well-liked, graceful, intelligent, and steady.
- Balance harsh placements, making the person more “pleasant” or approachable.
Tip: When
your Life, Spouse, or Career House is supported by these stars — especially
Zuo Fu, You Bi, Wen Chang or Wen Qu, or Tian Xiang — your life path often runs more
smoothly, even if there are challenges.
Dynamic Stars
The Rebel
General
Bold,
fierce, and independent. Doesn’t follow rules. Can act first, think later.
Great in crises but tough in love.
The Breaker
/ Disrupter
The
"destroy-to-rebuild" type. Hates routine, loves change. Can cause
chaos or sudden exits.
3.
The Flirting / Opportunist Star
Charming,
wild, impulsive. Loves fun and indulgence. Can rebel against tradition or
commitment.
4.
The
Complainer / Shadow Talker
Brings
gossip, pessimism, or miscommunication. Not aggressive physically but causes
mental and emotional friction.
5.
The Upright
Star / Diplomat / Chastity Star
Strong
principles, ambition, and charm, but also incredibly intense. Not destructive
but has a fierce independence and refusal to budge on its beliefs. Can lead to
stubbornness, emotional drama, or even legal problems, earning it the nickname
"Angel and Devil in One."
The
Military / Wealth Star
Powerful,
determined and focused on achieving goals, especially in money and career. Not
chaotic, but has a strong, unyielding drive to conquer and accumulate. Can come
across as aggressive if it meets resistance.
The Sun Star
Powerful and influential, much like the sun itself. Brings out qualities of strong leadership and public presence, aiming to be righteous and generous, though its dominant nature can sometimes be seen as aggressive.
The Versatile One
A dynamic and intelligent star. It stands for adaptability, quick thinking, and constant change. People influenced by this star are often curious, flexible, and analytical, always planning, learning, or adjusting to new situations. They tend to be energetic and thoughtful, with minds that are always in motion.
What These
Stars Tend to Stir Up:
- Arguments, rebellion, or power struggles in personal or professional life.
- A need for freedom, independence, or challenge — even if it disrupts stability.
- If placed in the Spouse, Career, or Life House, can bring tension or instability if not balanced by supportive stars.
Tip: Not all drama is negative. These stars can also inspire determination, ambition, courage, and powerful leadership — especially in competitive areas like the military, business, politics, or sports. With emotional intelligence and wise decisions, their intense energy becomes a force for success rather than chaos.