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 On the 19th day of the 2nd lunar month, Buddhists worldwide celebrate the first of Guan Yin’s three annual birthdays. This occasion marks a significant milestone in her journey towards enlightenment, reminding us of the importance of perseverance, dedication, and courage in embarking on new journeys. Princess Miaoshan’s Journey Towards […]

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 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: 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, Tua Pek Gong was a top government official serving in the imperial court during the Zhou dynasty. In his duties to the court, he mainly oversaw taxation and other financial matters. His financial acumen, authority and undertaking of a myriad of economy-based duties was […]

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: 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 With the arrival of Li Chun (立春) on 4th February 2022, the year of the Water Tiger (壬寅) will soon be upon us. 一日之际在于晨 一年之际在于春 一生之际在于勤 This classic proverb highlights the importance of early planning as a condition for success. Spring is the season of the year when many new […]

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 […]

The Year of the Metal Ox (辛丑) will be a year filled with opportunities, abundance and prosperity. If you are looking to secure a job promotion, attain massive growth and breakthroughs in your business or achieve consistently high returns from your investment portfolio, this will be an important year. Significance of the Start of Spring […]