Understanding Lu Cun
Lu Cun (祿存) is a major wealth and benefactor star associated with material stability, social status, and noble support. It represents steady income, rank, and sustenance, while also carrying the ability to resolve misfortune and soften negative influences. Though mostly auspicious, it carries a solitary quality that can lead to emotional distance and loneliness.
Core Attributes
Element: Yin Earth
Represents: Wealth, salary, rank, sustenance
Transformation: Rank, salary, status, and material gain
Master: Wealth, livelihood, and material resources
Effect: Stabilizes fortune, resolves misfortune, adds blessings
Nature: Mostly auspicious; static
Known as: Wealth Star, Benefactor (Nobleman) Star, Gaining Object Star
4 Transformers: None
Character and Traits
Personality:
Kind-hearted, generous, upright, steady-minded; dignified but emotionally reserved.
Strengths:
- Strong financial stability
- Kind, benevolent, and morally grounded
- Knowledgeable and capable
- Reliable and steady in actions
- Able to attract help and support
Weaknesses:
- Tendency toward loneliness or aloofness
- Easily taken advantage of by others
- Over-focus on status, wealth, or power
- May lack flexibility in using or managing wealth
Appearance:
Full, well-rounded, and prosperous looking.
Essence:
Quiet abundance supported by dignity and moral integrity.
Role and Influence
Lu Cun governs steady income, material security, and social standing. It enhances financial reliability, supports long-term accumulation, and brings noble assistance. It also neutralizes disasters and reduces the severity of negative stars, acting as a stabilizing and protective force.
Cautions
- Beware of being exploited due to kindness or generosity
- Avoid excessive attachment to status or wealth
- Guard against isolation and emotional withdrawal
- Be cautious when encountering Tian Kong, Di Jie, or Hua Ji
Cycle Influence
During major or minor luck cycles encountering Lu Cun, financial gains, improved income, and material stability are likely. These periods favor consolidation, savings, and steady growth rather than risk-taking.
Essence Summary
Lu Cun brings lasting wealth, noble support, and material security, but asks for balance between status and emotional connection.
Lu Cun and the Stars
These descriptions are general, not absolute.
Favorable Combinations
- Zuo Fu or You Bi: Management ability, increased wealth
- Wen Qu: Artistic talent, emotional richness, refinement
- Tian Kui or Tian Yue: Enhanced financial luck, noble support
- Hua Ke, Hua Quan, Hua Lu: Wealth accumulation, leadership, corporate talent
Neutral or Mixed Combinations
- Di Kong or Di Jie: Money comes and goes; strong cash flow but weak savings
- Wu Qu transforming to Lu: Strong wealth focus; may become overly frugal
Challenging Combinations
- Tian Kong or Di Jie (strong clash): Prosperity disrupted
- Qing Yang or Tuo Luo: Difficulty accumulating wealth
- Hua Ji: Loss, setbacks, and instability
- Huo Xing, Ling Xing, Qing Yang, Tuo Luo, Di Kong, Di Jie, Hua Ji: Relationship strain, vulnerability to mistreatment
Lu Cun in the 12 Houses
1. Lu Cun in the Life House
Stable life foundation, material comfort, dignity; success often steady rather than fast.
2. Lu Cun in the Siblings House
Financially capable siblings, but emotional distance may exist.
3. Lu Cun in the Spouse House
Spouse brings financial stability; emotional warmth may be limited.
4. Lu Cun in the Children House
Children materially supported; relationships may feel formal.
5. Lu Cun in the Wealth House
Strong wealth accumulation; steady income and financial security.
6. Lu Cun in the Health House
Stable health overall; benefits from moderation and routine.
7. Lu Cun in the Travel House
Travel linked to financial gain or social advancement.
8. Lu Cun in the Friends House
Friends of status or wealth; practical support more than emotional closeness.
9. Lu Cun in the Career House
Stable career growth; suitable for finance, management, or administration.
10. Lu Cun in the Property House
Favorable for property ownership and asset accumulation.
11. Lu Cun in the Mental House
Peace of mind through material security; risk of emotional isolation.
12. Lu Cun in the Parents House
Parental support in material matters; formal or distant emotional bonds.
Key Points
- Meaning: Wealth, rank, stability, noble support.
- Traits: Kind, steady, dignified, financially focused.
- Positive: Material abundance, protection from misfortune, steady income.
- Negative: Loneliness, emotional distance, vulnerability to exploitation.
- Cycle Influence: Luck cycles favor financial growth, income increase, and long-term stability.