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In Qi Men Dun Jia (奇门遁甲), there are eight types of Stars: Grass, Grain, Destroyer, Assistance, Heart, Pillar, Ambassador and Hero. They reflect the possible outcomes of an individual’s actions.

A Qi Men Dun Jia chart combines four essential elements—Deities, Stars, Heaven, and Earth—offering deep insights and strategic direction. By aligning with cosmic energies, practitioners can enhance success, navigate obstacles, and achieve their goals more effectively.

What is Qi Men Dun Jia (奇门遁甲)?

Qi Men Dun Jia is an ancient Chinese metaphysical system used for selecting auspicious dates, divination, and strategic planning to achieve specific goals. This technique forecasts how situations might unfold and helps identify the most favourable times and directions for taking action to produce desired outcomes.

Based on astronomical observations, it incorporates key elements of Chinese metaphysics, including Yin and Yang (阴阳), the Five Elements (五行), the 10 Heavenly Stems (十天干), the Eight Trigrams (八卦), and the 24 Solar Terms (二十四节气).

How does Qi Men Dun Jia (奇门遁甲) relate to Chinese astrology?

This intricate practice is rooted in the study of the Big Dipper constellation (北斗七星), the Later Heaven Ba Gua, the Five Elements, and the principles of Yin and Yang. In practice, Qi Men Dun Jia (奇门遁甲) complements Chinese astrology by providing a more dynamic, situational approach.

Qi Men Dun Jia enables astrologers and practitioners to identify the most auspicious moments and actions for individuals, based on their astrological profiles, cosmic alignments, and specific events. It merges an understanding of a person’s inherent astrological traits with strategic guidance on when and how to act in harmony with cosmic forces.

The History of Qi Men Dun Jia

Qi Men Dun Jia (奇门遁甲), a powerful Chinese metaphysical system, has a rich history in military strategy, Feng Shui, and personal growth. Its origins are linked to the legend of Chiyou, leader of the Nine Li tribe, who challenged the Yellow Emperor, Huangdi. To counter Chiyou’s forces, Huangdi sought guidance from the celestial goddess Jiutian Xuannü, who introduced him to Qi Men Dun Jia. Based on natural phenomena and strategic timing, this system enabled Huangdi to devise tactics such as weather manipulation, leading to his victory over Chiyou.

Over time, Qi Men Dun Jia evolved into a sophisticated tool for strategy and decision-making, not only in warfare but also in personal planning. Zhuge Liang exemplifies its military application during the Battle of Red Cliffs, where he used the Seven-Star Lamp Ritual to summon the east wind, enabling a decisive fire attack against Cao Cao’s fleet.

Today, Qi Men Dun Jia remains a cornerstone of Chinese metaphysical studies, symbolising wisdom, foresight, and strategic alignment with natural forces.

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Understanding the Stars in Qi Men Dun Jia

In the Qi Men Dun Jia system, the Stars in the chart represent the prevailing luck that affects an individual’s plans and actions, in contrast to the Eight Doors, which symbolise the individual’s initiatives. The Stars have distinct characteristics that reflect the overall conditions and circumstances for starting one’s actions.

Stars in Qi Men Dun Jia vary in influence; some are neutral, while others bring either positive or negative effects. These Stars follow a specific order — Wood, Wood, Fire, Earth, Metal, Metal, Water, Earth — known as the Rotating Palace Qi Men. Understanding the characteristics and applications of each Star within the Qi Men Dun Jia system provides valuable insights into its influence on different areas of life, helping individuals make informed decisions and harness its potential for success.

Stars of Qi Men Dun Jia (奇门遁甲)

Flying Star 1 — Grass Star (天蓬 tiān péng)

The Grass Star, or the Tian Peng Star, holds unique characteristics and diverse applications in the Qi Men Dun Jia system. The Grass Star offers opportunities for quick financial gains and successful outcomes through calculated risks. Understanding the implications of the Grass Star helps individuals navigate financial opportunities wisely and be mindful of potential pitfalls in other areas of life.

Characteristics:

• Facilitates quick money-making.
• Associated with engaging in illegal activities.
• Supports taking risks with successful outcomes.

Applications:

• Fast Money: The Grass Star generates quick money, benefitting from ventures like property launches or time-limited sales events.
• Risk and Success: The Grass Star encourages calculated risks, ensuring successful outcomes. It aids entrepreneurial ventures and investments for higher returns, especially when combined with the Live Door and auspicious heavenly stems.
• Cautionary Notes: Despite the financial potential, the Grass Star is linked to scams and deceit. Exercise caution in business, career, and relationships to avoid dishonest practices.
• Relationships and Career: The Grass Star signifies affairs in relationships. In careers, it suggests potential shady practices by employers or companies, necessitating caution.

Flying Star 2 — Grain Star (天芮 tiān ruì)

One of the least favourable stars, the Grain or Tian Rui Star is associated with illness and a need for caution. It symbolises slow progress, emphasising the importance of recovery, reflection, and rebuilding from a position of strength. As such, taking bold actions may yield limited results.

Characteristics:

• Associated with illnesses and health-related matters.
• Indicates the need for caution and attention to one’s well-being.
• Earth-element nature indicates slow progress.
• Represents the process of rebuilding and recovering from losses, and reflecting on past mistakes to learn from them.

Applications:

• Illness Divination: The Grain Star provides insights into specific illnesses, highlighting health-related matters and emphasising the need for caution and proper care.
• Rebuilding and Recovery: The Grain Star is favourable for recovery and rebuilding. Instead of rushing into new actions, it is recommended to focus on gradual recovery to a position of strength.
• Taking Caution: The Grain Star’s slow and non-progressive nature makes it unsuitable for new ventures, in which progress may be limited or nonexistent. It is important to address underlying issues before moving forward.
• Relationship Application: The presence of the Grain Star alongside the Death Door in relationships suggests potential difficulties. It indicates a lack of competence, direction, or effectiveness in an office setting. Maintaining distance from such individuals is advisable.

Flying Star 3 — Destroyer Star (天冲 tiān chōng)

The Destroyer Star, also known as the Tian Chong Star, possesses distinctive traits that shape individuals’ behaviour and abilities. This star is unfavourable for financial matters, it influences deal-making, legal proceedings, sports, and specific business scenarios. The presence of the Destroyer Star signifies potential conflicts and challenges in starting a business, indicating the likelihood of obstacles and opposition along your entrepreneurial journey.

Characteristics:

• Likened to a bad-tempered and combative individual.
• Likened to an individual that is not very intelligent, and careless with money.
• Likened to a kind-hearted or competitive individual.

Applications:

• Deal-Making: The Destroyer Star can be advantageous in deals, leading to favourable terms, but it may create conflict during negotiations.
• Legal Proceedings: Individuals with the Destroyer Star may challenge judges or confront unpleasant statements in court.
• Sports: The Destroyer Star provides energy and stamina, and is beneficial for sports and physical activities.
• Business Start-ups: Generally, the Destroyer Star is not favourable for starting a business, dealing with financial matters, or legal proceedings. However, it can be advantageous in risky situations demanding persistence and energy.

Flying Star 4 — Assistance Star (天辅 tiān fǔ)

The Assistance Star, also known as the Tian Fu Star, brings assistance and support to matters regarding education, new businesses, knowledge gathering, money-related endeavours, and cultured activities.

Characteristics:

• Auspicious star associated with assistance and support.
• Less aggressive when compared to Destroyer or Hero Stars.
• Immune to the concepts of Graveyard and Counter, meaning that its positive influence remains unaffected even in challenging circumstances
• Assistance and Ambassador stars are positive in every segment of the Qi Men Dun Jia chart.

Applications:

• Education and Knowledge: The Assistance Star benefits education, making it favourable for students and scholars. It promotes personal growth and the acquisition of knowledge.
• New Business Ventures: The Assistance Star supports new business ventures, contributing to success and prosperity.
• Cultured Pursuits: The Assistance Star positively influences cultural activities like art, music, literature, and aesthetics.
• Health and Beauty: It is associated with good health and natural beauty, contributing to overall well-being.
• Relationships: The Assistance star indicates a cultured and educated individual, making them a suitable partner in terms of knowledge, sophistication, and manners.

Flying Star 6 — Heart Star (天心 tiān xīn)

The Tian Xin star, or Heart Star, is powerful and auspicious in Qi Men Dun Jia. It represents authority, prosperity, and effective leadership. The Heart Star is favourable for financial activities, especially investments, guiding sound financial decisions. Additionally, it indicates positive outcomes in medical treatment. Individuals influenced by this star possess natural leadership skills.

Characteristics:

• Authority and commanding presence, representing a military commander or general
• Ability to manage employees and achieve remarkable feats
• Associated with financial matters and investment

Applications:

• Management: The Heart Star symbolises authority and a commanding presence. Individuals influenced by this star possess natural leadership qualities and excel in management roles.
• Financial Matters: The Heart Star is closely associated with prosperity. It serves as an auspicious money star, favouring individuals engaged in investment and finance. Investing in various ventures is beneficial when guided by the influence of the Heart Star.
• Health: The Heart Star also holds auspicious significance for those seeking medical treatment. When the Heart Star aligns with the Live Door, it indicates the potential for recovery from illnesses or health-related challenges.

Flying Star 7 — Pillar Star (天柱 tiān zhù)

The Pillar, or Tian Zhu Star is considered an unfavourable one due to its argumentative and conflict-driven nature. Avoiding confrontation is crucial to avoid any negative outcomes. Working solitarily and discreetly may be more suitable for individuals influenced by this star.

Characteristics:

• Displays a staunch and argumentative nature.
• Different from the Destroyer star, which has a kind heart despite a bad temperament.
• Competitive in nature, always seeking to assert dominance.
• This signifies the need to lie low and avoid conflicts to prevent negative outcomes.

Applications:

• Avoiding Conflicts: The Pillar Star advises caution to avoid conflicts. The Star’s inauspicious nature requires a subdued approach to prevent negative consequences.
• Working Solitarily: The Pillar Star is better suited for solitary work, lacking compatibility with teamwork or harmonious interactions.
• Secondary Income: The Pillar Star benefits discreet or undisclosed activities, enabling individuals to establish a secondary income source.
• Relationship Application: When the Pillar star combines with the Fear door, it signals a challenging and potentially abusive relationship as the individual associated with these stars is quick to initiate conflict. Exercise caution and maintain distance for personal safety.

Flying Star 8 — Ambassador Star (天任 tiān rèn)

The Ambassador Star, known as the Official or Tian Ren Star, is a generally auspicious one in Qi Men Dun Jia. It brings stability and longevity to business, finance and academic pursuits, as well as the establishment of a reliable and trustworthy reputation.

Characteristics:

• Belongs in the segment as the Live Door, indicating a favourable nature
• Associated with slow and steady success, symbolising stability and longevity
• Virtuous and does not support cheating or unethical practices
• Portrays an individual who is entrepreneurial, capable, and reliable

Applications:

• Business and Finance: The Ambassador Star fosters business and economic growth, establishing foundations for long-term success and financial stability.
• Examination and Studies: While not as specific as the Assistance Star, the Ambassador Star supports academic pursuits through diligence and capability, facilitating success in academic endeavours.
• Selection of Business Partners: The presence of the Ambassador Star in a person’s life stem signifies an entrepreneurial, reliable, and capable individual who demonstrates strong business acumen.

Flying Star 9 — Hero Star (天英 tiān yīng)

The Hero Star represents bold and self-centred energy within the Qi Men Dun Jia system, which prioritises personal satisfaction and self-promotion. This star is beneficial for socializing, networking, and expanding your influence.

Characteristics:

• Loud and prominent, similar to the Scenery Door
• Symbolises individuals who prioritise self-interest and personal satisfaction
• Often associated with industries like fashion and social media.

Applications:

• Starting a New Job: Assessing a job’s suitability involves considering the combination of the Open Door and the Hero Star. The presence of the Hero star in a workplace indicates a self-centred environment focused on personal gain and potential deceit, prioritising self-promotion over teamwork and employee well-being.
• Socializing and Networking: The Hero Star is advantageous for socializing and networking. It helps impress others, expand influence, and temporarily take charge and control a group. It creates an attractive persona that attracts people to gather around.
• Selecting Business Partners: Observing the Hero Star in a potential business partner’s life stem provides insights. Individuals influenced by this star may project an impressive image but lack substance. Partnering with them may result in an imbalanced relationship.
• Relationships: The combination of the Hero Star and the Growth Door suggests a flashy, egoistical individual who values appearance. While they may be financially capable and run a company, caution is advised due to the potential superficiality and self-centeredness associated with the Hero Star.

Modern Applications of Qi Men Dun Jia in the Imperial Harvest Experience

At Imperial Harvest, Master David expertly combines various Chinese metaphysical disciplines, such as Qi Men Dun Jia, Yi Jing, Bazi, and Feng Shui, to guide clients toward success and fulfilment. Qi Men Dun Jia has become a key element of this comprehensive approach, providing clear insights and strategies to align clients’ actions with universal energies.

Potential questions that Qi Men Dun Jia may be applied to:

• “I want to know if my job interview will result in a good job offer.”
  When examining two aspects of the question — “Will I get the job offer?” and “Is it a good job?” — through the scope of Qi Men Dun Jia, the presence of the Open Door, which produces the person inquiring, suggests a positive outcome in obtaining the job offer.
• “What is the market receptivity of my new product?”
  When considering the market receptivity of products upon their launch, an analysis of the situation could indicate if the market is already saturated, which may suggest a longer time before seeing success. It may also indicate the potential for profitability, especially if the Growth Door is present for the person inquiring.
• “Will I profit from this business venture?”
  Qi Men Dun Jia could indicate instances of arguments or conflicts with others, which might not be suitable for individuals who prefer to avoid confrontations or struggle with emotional stress. Furthermore, it could also point out that the venture could lead to the development of unfavourable habits. It’s important to consider these drawbacks and assess whether the associated cons align with personal preferences and goals.

A Modern Pathway to Success

Qi Men Dun Jia is a powerful tool for entrepreneurs, sales leaders, and ambitious professionals seeking to achieve extraordinary outcomes. By leveraging its profound wisdom, you can seize auspicious moments to excel in negotiations, secure significant deals, and thrive in pivotal engagements.

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Master David has developed the Imperial Harvest Qi Men Manifestation Calendar; a meticulously designed guide that identifies auspicious directions and timings to harness the blessings of Nine Heaven (九天), enabling practitioners to align with celestial energies and manifest their aspirations. In addition, he also designed the Qi Men Strategic Execution Calendar, which has been designed for professionals and entrepreneurs, to pinpoint the most auspicious bi-hourly directions for critical activities such as deal negotiations, persuasive discussions, and strategic planning. By highlighting key alignments with the Chief Deity/Nine Heaven and the Life/Open Door, this calendar helps unlock extraordinary opportunities for success.

At Imperial Harvest, Master David guides clients on a transformative journey towards success and fulfilment. With personalised services like Bazi readings and Qi Men Dun Jia consultations, Imperial Harvest is your trusted partner in unlocking harmony, prosperity, and lasting achievement.