Imperial Feng Shui is an exclusive branch of Feng Shui once reserved exclusively for the Chinese Royal Family. Today, Imperial Harvest meticulously applies its profound principles in a contemporary context, using its insights in helping our sophisticated clientele continuously prosper and flourish.
Estimated Reading Time: 4 mins A home or office harmonious with good Feng Shui principles is characterised by its profound influence on occupants’ well-being. The principles of Imperial Feng Shui reveal that each home or office possesses pivotal sectors influencing the flow of positive energies, contributing to the well-being and prosperity of its inhabitants. Given […]
Estimated Reading Time: 4 mins In Chinese metaphysics, annual afflictions refer to specific astrological conditions that can introduce challenges or difficulties in a given year. These afflictions, represented by many celestial influences, shift to different sectors of your properties annually. As such, an awareness of these changing patterns is valuable in proactively addressing and mitigating […]
Estimated Reading Time: 5 mins The Eight Trigrams, known as Bagua (八卦), is commonly arranged and presented in one of two ways: Early Heaven Bagua (先天八卦) and Later Heaven Bagua (后天八卦). Early Heaven Bagua represents the foundational laws of the universe. Its arrangement was based on the geographical and climatic attributes of ancient China. On […]
Estimated Reading Time: 4 mins The 60 Jia Zi is also known as the Sexagenary Cycle, the Stem-Branch Cycle or Gan Zhi (干支). It is a 60-year calendar cycle based on the combinations between the 10 Heavenly Stems and 12 Earthly Branches in Chinese metaphysics. In this system of measurement, each year is named by […]
Estimated Reading Time: 4 mins Xuan Kong Flying Star (三元玄空) is a time-honoured discipline in Imperial Feng Shui, integrating the principles of Yin and Yang, the interactions between the Five Elements, the Bagua, the Lo Shu numbers and the 24 Mountains. Distilling the wisdom from four distinguished Xuan Kong Flying Star classics — Flying Star […]
Estimated Reading Time: 4 mins In the annals of China’s storied history, the Qing Dynasty emerged as an opulent era of splendour and artistry. Imperial Harvest’s Fine Jadeite Cabochons find their historic roots in an innovative cultural exchange between the traditions of the East and the influences of the West. The Imperial Harvest Jadeite Cabochon […]
Estimated Reading Time: 5 mins Throughout Chinese history, the 12 Earthly Branches, also known as “地支” (di zhi), have been established as a foundational framework for timekeeping, astrology, divination, and numerous other fields of study. In this article, we will explore the significance of the 12 Earthly Branches, as well as their Hidden Heavenly Stems […]
Estimated Reading Time: 4 mins The 12 Stages of Growth, or “十二长生” (shí èr cháng shēng), is a concept applied in gauging the strength of an individual’s Heavenly Stem in relation to their Earthly Branches. This concept outlines how the strength of a Heavenly Stem varies when paired with the 12 Earthly Branches, and it […]
Estimated Reading Time: 4 min Zi Wei Dou Shu (紫微斗数), commonly referred to as Purple Star Astrology, is one of the leading schools of study in destiny reading. A form of fortune-telling in Chinese culture, Zi Wei Dou Shu is an ancient life analytics tool used in mapping out the different aspects of an individual’s […]
Estimated Reading Time: 4 mins The Luo Pan (罗盘), broadly acknowledged as a Feng Shui or geomantic compass, is a traditional Chinese instrument with a magnetic compass at its core. It holds an essential place in Imperial Feng Shui practices, serving as a crucial tool for practitioners to determine the precise direction of various structures, […]
Estimated Reading Time: 4 mins The I-Ching (Yi Jing, 易经), also known as the Book of Changes or Zhou Yi, is a term familiar to many metaphysics enthusiasts. While its profound contents may appear enigmatic and complex, this text is a cornerstone of classical Chinese literature. Laden with ancient scriptural insights, the I Ching depicts […]
Estimated Reading Time: 3 mins In the heart of the imperial palace, the study was regarded as a sacred haven of knowledge and strategy. This dedicated building once hosted the Emperor of China in managing government affairs and making wise decisions on behalf of his empire. The contemporary study carries on in this tradition, beckoning […]
Estimated Reading Time: 4 mins As we previously covered in our Chinese Metaphysics basics, we explained that the concept of Taiji (太极) forms the foundation of our contemporary understanding of Imperial Feng Shui. The significance of Taiji is best summarised in the following: “无极生太极，太极生两仪，两仪生四象，四象生八卦”, describing the process in which the Eight Trigrams were formed. Bagua […]
Estimated Reading Time: 4 mins Qi (气) is a central and fundamental concept within the practice of Feng Shui. It is defined as the dynamic energy that courses through the environment and engages with individuals on physical, mental, and spiritual levels. The primary aim of Feng Shui is to establish an environment that promotes an […]
TL;DR The Five Elements — Wood, Fire, Earth, Metal, Water — are not personality types. They are the forces that interact within your Bazi chart to determine how your Four Quadrants (luck, intuition, direct wealth capacity, indirect wealth capacity) perform. These elements interact through two cycles: the producing cycle (相生), which generates momentum, and the […]
Estimated Reading Time: 3 mins A significant role in the study of Chinese metaphysics, Daymasters (扶抑) form a central foundation within the complex Bazi (八字) system. Intertwined with the Year, Month and Hour pillars of an individual’s Bazi chart, Daymasters represent an individual’s inherent strengths, weaknesses, and potential life trajectory. Therefore, a comprehensive understanding of […]
Estimated Reading Time: 4 mins In Chinese metaphysics, the concepts of Taiji, Yin and Yang and the Four Phenomena form the foundation of our contemporary understanding of Imperial Feng Shui. The relationship between these concepts is summarised in “无极生太极，太极生两仪，两仪生四象，四象生八卦”. This translates to the concept of Wuji giving rise to Taiji, which then brought about the […]
Estimated Reading Time: 3 mins Daymasters (扶抑) are a large proponent in the study of Chinese metaphysics, with its significance forming a central foundation within the complex system of Bazi (八字). Harmoniously intertwined with the Year, Month and Hour pillars of an individual’s Bazi chart, the Daymaster represents their inherent strengths, weaknesses, and potential life […]
