According to Imperial Feng Shui principles, the universal forces of Yin and Yang are further divided into the Four Phenomena, which are associated with different spheres of life. These Four Phenomena govern a different sphere of life, and correspond accordingly to a different season in the year.
Estimated Reading Time: 4 mins 2024 ushers in the vibrant year of the Wood Dragon, emphasising growth, strength, and pioneering spirit. This auspicious year marks the beginning of Period 9 in the Feng Shui cycle (4 Feb 2024 — 3 Feb 2044), as we move away from the previous Period 8. Arrival of Spring in […]
Estimated Reading Time: 3 mins Lidong (立冬), which signifies the onset of the winter season, marks a significant shift in weather and climate patterns across the northern hemisphere. The transition into Winter reflects a period of contemplation and preparation for the coming year, as well as the onset of Period 9 of the Feng Shui […]
Estimated Reading Time: 3 mins According to ancient Chinese traditions, the Chong Yang Festival (重阳节), also known as the Double Ninth Festival, is a celebration of abundance, prosperity and longevity. This auspicious occasion, rooted in the teachings of the I Ching and other ancient texts, holds a deep significance in Imperial Feng Shui. In 2023, […]
Estimated Reading Time: 4 mins As the 13th of the 24 solar terms, Liqiu (立秋) ushers in the beginning of the autumn season, denoting the arrival of cooler temperatures and a new chapter in the year. It begins when the sun reaches the celestial longitude of 135° and ends when it reaches the longitude of […]
Estimated Reading Time: 4 mins As the sun reaches its zenith in summer, it heralds the arrival of the Summer Solstice, a momentous occasion celebrated across cultures and traditions. This momentous occasion, also known as Xiazhi (夏至), represents a time of abundance and achievement — bringing a much anticipated period of growth and prosperity that […]
Estimated Reading Time: 4 min Signifying the passing of spring, the arrival of Lixia (立夏) denotes the arrival of summer in traditional Chinese culture. The seventh out of the 24 solar terms that constitute the Chinese lunar calendar, Lixia marks the period when the sun falls between the celestial longitudes of 45° and 60°. This […]
Estimated Reading Time: 4 mins The first of the 24 solar terms in the Chinese calendar, Li Chun (立春) denotes the beginning of spring. For the diverse Chinese communities and diaspora worldwide, this solar term often coincides with the cherished Chinese New Year festivities. Li Chun’s anticipated arrival brings widespread celebrations of new and revitalised […]
Estimated Reading Time: 4 min Marking the transition from spring and summer in the Chinese lunar calendar is the solar term, Guyu (谷雨). In many parts of the temperate world, spring is steadily winding down, as temperatures start to rise and sunlight becomes increasingly strong and abundant. Guyu — literally translated as “grain rain” — […]
Estimated Reading Time: 5 mins The principles of Imperial Feng Shui bear close links to many aspects of the natural world, such as seasonal changes and other weather phenomena. The swift passing of the first quarter of the year brings about a change of seasons, as spring comes to an end and summer is poised […]
Estimated Reading Time: 3 mins “山管人丁，水管财” — a widely-cited principle of Imperial Feng Shui that translates to “mountains govern benefactors, while water governs wealth”. This verse emphasises the importance of activating the water star in one’s home, office or retail space, reiterating that the water star plays a pivotal role in garnering wealth, attracting strategic […]
Estimated Reading Time: 3 mins The Spring Equinox, also known as Chun Fen (春分), marks the midpoint of the spring season. Spring brings much relief from its preceding winter season, with daylight hours gradually lengthening and temperatures becoming increasingly warmer. In many parts of the northern hemisphere, the Spring Equinox begins when the Sun reaches […]
Estimated Reading Time: 3 mins Spring 2022 – Business God of Wealth – Guan Gong Out of the Five Wealth Gods that are thought to be the most formidable manifestations of auspicious luck and wealth within Chinese culture, Guan Gong is widely known and worshipped as the Business God of Wealth. Where the Grand Wealth God […]
Estimated Reading Time: 3 mins In the annals of Chinese history, there are five significant figures overseeing different areas of wealth — career, business, investment, trading and windfall wealth. These figures came to be known as the Five Wealth Gods, and are thought to be the most formidable manifestations of auspicious luck in Chinese culture. […]
Estimated Reading Time: 5 mins According to the Chinese zodiac calendar, the year of the Tiger will soon be upon us. The arrival of a new year brings with it immense social and cultural significance, along with a raft of implications for Imperial Feng Shui. A new year bears the connotation of new beginnings and […]
Estimated Reading Time: 5 mins In 2022, Imperial Harvest is honoured to present the all-new Imperial White Inkstone and Qian Long Wishing Stone Collection for the year of Water Tiger. The Imperial White Inkstone is among the most potent activators of the authority star. According to the findings of pioneering Imperial Feng Shui masters in […]
Estimated Reading Time: 4 mins According to Imperial Feng Shui principles, winter is often associated with major yin, and one’s personal luck. The onset of Winter points to the imminent arrival of the winter solstice, or 冬至, which forms the 22nd of 24 terms of the lunar calendar and falls on the 21st of December […]
Estimated Reading Time: 3 mins Li Dong (7th Nov 2021) marks the start of the winter and brings about a season of reflection and preparation. Beneath the snow, new life is stirring. Roots are soaking up nourishment and buds are forming. When the time is right, spring’s beauty is sprung – leaves and shoots, buds […]
Estimated Reading Time: 4 mins Just as Li Qiu (立秋) denotes the start of the autumn season, Li Dong (立冬) heralds the arrival of winter. It forms the 19th of 24 terms of the solar calendar, beginning on 7 November this year. In many parts of the northern hemisphere, temperatures drop further during Li Dong, […]
