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ANALYZING CHARACTER
& THE USEFUL GOD
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MASTERING YOUR FUTURE

Topic
Analyzing Character
• Element of Day Masters
• Using the Structure to Analyze Character
• Analyzing Character via the Useful Gods
• Analyzing Character via the 10 Gods
 4.Analyzing Character
Element of Day Masters

By looking at the Day Master (i.e. the Heavenly Stem of the Day Pillar)
alone, we’re already able to tell a great deal about the strengths and
weaknesses of the person whose BaZi Chart we’re analyzing - as well as
his/her likes and dislikes. In other words, we are already able to analyze
the character of this person!

Wood Day Master

In BaZi, Jia 甲 and Yi 乙 fall under the Wood category. Wood Day Masters
are usually straight and set in their ways - and can be quite difficult to
change or persuade. But you may be surprised to know that they can
be quite sentimental as well - plants and trees usually never stray far
from where they have first been planted and grew. As such, Wood Day
Masters like stability and dislike to be uprooted or moved about. It is
this rooting though that gives them their steadfast attitude and diehard
perseverance, and they will usually find at least some small measure of
success in their lives. Of course, these are the general characteristics of
Wood Day Masters - although the manifestations and magnitude of these
characteristics can still differ, depending on whether it’s a Jia (Yang) Wood
Day Master or Yi (Yin) Wood Day Master we are dealing with!

Fire Day Master

Fire Day Masters are usually warm, friendly, expressive, passionate and
even compassionate. But because there’s a significant deal of difference
between Bing 丙 Fire and Ding 丁 Fire, it would be best to analyze them
separately. A Bing Fire Day Master - like the sun - radiates warmth, and
can be very vibrant and vivacious in appearance. They also tend to be
sincere, just and noble, without a hidden agenda. While they may be
proud and even egoistic, they are not the type to harbor grudges and will
passionately fight or champion a cause they believe to be worthy. Bing
Fire Day Masters are often routine-oriented, although this means they can
eventually become bored with their jobs or work!

Ding Fire Day Masters, being Yin in polarity, tend to be natural leaders
and great motivators. They can also rise to the occasion when needed,
and are meticulous, detail-oriented and sentimental by nature. Don’t be
surprised though, if a Ding Fire Day Master becomes de-motivated by him/
herself - simply because this person was to busy igniting the proverbial
fire in others, whilst forgetting to light his/her own fire!

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Element of Day Masters

Earth Day Master

Silence is golden, and Earth Day Masters best illustrate this example.
Earth Day Masters are quiet and tough, and can therefore be trusted to
keep secrets or act as confidantes. This of course means that they are
also sincere in their intentions, and equally wise in their thoughts. They
just don’t yield or share their thoughts easily, though. Wu 戊 Earth Day
Masters make dependable and steady friends, although they can also be
quite stubborn and unwavering in their stance. Ji 己 Earth Day Masters are
productive, tolerant and resourceful, and tend to be more understanding
of the weaknesses and fallacies of others. They however lack the ability
to make quick, spontaneous decisions when needed - due to their lack of
adaptability.

Metal Day Master

Tough, just, righteous, fair and square just about describe Metal Day
Masters best. Of course, if we’re able to identify the characteristics
inherent of Geng 庚 Day Masters and Xin 辛 Day Masters, all the better!
Geng Metal people are tough, able to withstand adversity and hardship,
and will usually prefer to take matters into their own hands and do things
themselves - to ensure that the results are to their liking. Nevertheless,
they are also altruistic and magnanimous, and value their relationship
with loved ones highly. You can definitely guess that they have strong
characters! Xin Metal people are attention-grabbers - they like being
in the limelight, and being the showcase of the event. While they may
seem tough and even obstinate, the subtle, gentle approach works best
in getting them to listen to you - or your advice. And just like their Geng
Metal counterparts, they can be sentimental and loving!

Water Day Master

In the study of Chinese Metaphysics, the Water element usually pertains to
intelligence, wisdom and IQ. Water of course is also known for its ability
to move, flow and change forms. And Water is capable of harboring a
thousand and one secrets. There are 2 types of Water Day Masters: Ren
壬 Water and Gui 癸 Water. Of the two, Ren Water people are usually
robust and on the move (in the process, they may become distracted easily,
though). Intelligent and adaptive, they are virtually unstoppable when they
put their mind to a task! They can however be rather rebellious and non-
conformist. Gui Water Day Masters tend to be imaginative and creative,
and make good teachers and educationists. They are also not the type to
remain still, although they are usually introverted by nature.

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 4.Analyzing Character
Using the Structure to Analyze Character

A personality that is typically law-abiding and

responsible, with a propensity to always see the
rational side of things. They are usually objective and
官格 righteous, and have a strong sense of respect for
Officer the laws and norms that govern society and keep it
Structure running smoothly. They are sometimes seen as being
stern and somewhat rigid and unbending, but that’s
because they always have a higher cause of justice
in mind.

A character that is gentle and quiet, with a high sense

of tolerance for others, especially those who are
印格 considered to be at a disadvantaged position. They
Resource are merciful and forgiving, yet authoritative. A sense
Structure of politeness and decorum informs their actions, and
they are often knowledgeable and cultured, with a
strong craving for accumulating wisdom.

This structure suggests a person who is interested

in non-conventional knowledge and wisdom, and
偏印格 has a gift for intuitive feelings and senses (what is
Indirect typically known as ‘sixth sense’). They are generally
lonely and quiet individuals who may harbour a
Resource strong religious or superstitious bent. They can be
Structure somewhat temperamental and moody, and subject to
the ebb and flow of the tides of their feelings. They are
emotional and highly attuned to feelings of others.

This reflects a personality that is very wise and in-

telligent, and keen on acquiring more knowledge and
食格 wisdom. They usually enjoy academic and scholastic
Eating excellence, and are usually very artistic and creative.
They are also very merciful and forgiving, and are usu-
God ally honest and forthright in their words and dealings.
Structure Typically a volunteer for social causes, they are also
sentimental and gentle, but at the same time, can be
somewhat quiet, eccentric, and secretive.

This is a character that usually likes being in the

limelight, and is fond of fame, reputation, and
glamour. As such, these are the types that are likely
傷官格 to be spontaneous and creative, with a tendency
Hurting to achieve outstanding results in their academic or
career endeavours. They are likely to be noticed
Officer for their talents and skills, and acknowledged and
Structure rewarded accordingly. They are usually rebellious
yet intelligent, with a drive to succeed and excel
and the ability to surmount life’s obstacles with their
capabilities.

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Using the Structure to Analyze Character

These characters are charismatic and captivating,

and are usually known for being bold and daring
go-getters. They are robust types, although sometimes
殺格 quite temperamental, and are very determined and
Seven do not give up easily. They usually enjoy a rise
in authority, power, and status, but are suitably
Killings courageous when it comes to handling challenges,
Structure without compromising on wisdom. However, their
energetic style may sometimes lead them to make
hasty and rash decisions, especially when combined
with their love of winning.

These are people who enjoy a regular, fixed income and

usually enjoy good business prospects (especially if
they’re entrepreneurs). It indicates a thrifty personality
財格 that knows how to utilise wealth to its fullest potential.
Wealth They tend to be good starters yet weak finishers,
Structure and are usually straightforward and hardworking.
Typically, they are the types who don’t like to ‘rock the
boat’ or reinvent the wheel, and as such prefer to be
on a tried-and-tested path.

These characters are usually business people and

entrepreneurs without a fixed income. They tend to be
偏財格 fast-thinkers who act swiftly and complete and finish
Indirect things speedily - they are not the types to dally or
Wealth linger over something. They have good entrepreneurial
talents and are, accordingly, multitalented risk-takers
Structure with the ability to network well and accumulate
wealth.

These are usually honourable and brave personalities

who usually possess sturdy willpower and a sense
祿格 of confidence in whatever they do. While they are
Thriving independent and occasionally self-centered, they
Structure are generally helpful souls with a strong sense of
initiative, and have a sense of inventiveness and
resourcefulness in the things that they do.

These character types are usually quite brash and

independent, yet passionate. They are also typically
羊刃格 independent and brave, and quick-witted in dealing
Goat with life’s many situations and challenges. They
tend to cling quite strongly to their own ideas
Blade and opinions, and are also quite ambitious and
Structure competitive. Despite their ambitious nature, however,
they are also pragmatic in their own way, and quite
charismatic.

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Analyzing Character via the Useful Gods

One of the reasons why knowledge of the Useful Gods is so useful is

because it allows us to derive an even greater insight into a person’s
character and personality. By merely identifying the type of Useful God
present in a BaZi Chart, we are automatically able to add to the inherent
attributes a person will invariably manifest, as an extension to what we
already know from this person’s Day Master or Self Element itself.

Useful
Personality/Character Manifested
God
• Gentle
• Quiet
• Tolerant
正印 • Authoritative yet merciful and compassionate
Direct • Polite and cultured
Resource • Responsible
• Knowledgeable, with a lifelong penchant for seeking
knowledge
• Wise and educated

• Prefers own company, but may suffer from loneliness

• Quiet
偏印 • Religious or superstitious; inclined towards spiritual
Indirect and metaphysical pursuits
Resource • Temperamental and moody
• Interested in unconventional forms of knowledge and
wisdom

• Law-abiding and straightforward in approach

• Respects the norms and laws governing society
正官 • Stern and uncompromising
Direct • Righteous
Officer • Rational and logical
• Responsible
• Objective

• Charismatic
• Bold and daring, and sometimes unconventional in
七殺 approach
Seven
• Temperamental and sometimes moody
Killings
• Robust and energetic
• Determined and not prone to giving up easily

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• Enjoys publicity and being in the limelight

• Fond of fame, glamour and one’s reputation and social
status
傷官 • Rebellious and unconventional in approach
Hurting
• Creative and spontaneous
Officer
• Intelligent
• Seeks excellence and to excel at all times, regardless
of circumstances

• Sentimental
• Gentle
食神 • Merciful and compassionate
Eating
• Honest and straightforward
God
• Artistic and creative
• Never hesitates to help those in need out of kindness

• Strong-willed
• Impulsive and sometimes brash
Always possesses plenty of initiative and drive
比肩 •
Friend • Sometimes prone to behaving in a self-centered or
selfish manner
• Values own independence and sense of freedom; likes
to act independently

• Brash and impulsive

• Passionate
• Ambitious
劫財 • Pragmatic
Rob • Charismatic
Wealth • Values own independence and sense of freedom; likes
to act independently
• Clings steadfastly to own ideas and opinions, and will
defend them if necessary

• Prefers to generate income through salaried means, or

fixed wages
正財 • Good starters, but sometimes bad finishers
Direct • Straightforward and candid
Wealth • Hardworking and diligent
• A conventional character, who does not like to ‘rock
the boat’ or ‘reinvent the wheel’

• Prefers to generate income through entrepreneurial or

business-related means
• Acts and thinks fast, and likes to complete things as
偏財 quickly as possible as well
Indirect
• Multi-talented, and capable of multi-tasking
Wealth
• Not averse to taking calculated risks
• Good networking abilities, and able to establish viable
business and social contacts

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Analyzing Character via the Useful Gods

10 Gods in a
Description
BaZi

- Naïve
Too many Direct
- State of Denial
Resource - Face-Value driven

- Paranoid
Too many Indirect - Untrusting
Resource - Mental instability

- Rigid & inflexible

Too many Direct
- Uncompromising
Officer - Stubborn

- Ruthless
Too many Seven
- Unforgiving
Killings - vindictive

- show-off
Too many Hurting
- brash
Officer - annoying to others

- peculiar behavior
Too many Eating
- eats too much
God - lonely

- Selfish
Too many Friends - Lonely
- Egoistic

- jealous of others
Too many Rob
- overly competitive
Wealth - resort to any means to win

- stingy
Too many Direct
- over calculative
Wealth - stubborn & boring

- spendthrift
Too many Indirect
- show-off without substance
Wealth - easily distracted

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