What are the Ten Gods? The Ten Gods, also known as the Six Gods, reflect the relationships between people and society, that is, various attributes attached to people by society, such as roles and titles like superiors and fathers etc.​

The Derivation of the Ten Gods​

The Ten Gods are derived from the relationships of generation and restriction among the Five Elements (Wood, Fire, Earth, Metal, and Water), combined with the principles of Yin and Yang. Taking the Day Stem in the BaZi chart as the reference point, the following relationships define the Ten Gods:​

Generating Me: If the Element generating the Day Stem is of the opposite Yin - Yang nature, it is called the "Direct Seal"; if of the same Yin - Yang nature, it is the "Indirect Seal", also known as the "Owl God". For example, if the Day Stem is Jia (Yang Wood), and the generating Element is Gui (Yin Water), then Gui is the Direct Seal for Jia; if it is Ren (Yang Water), Ren is the Indirect Seal for Jia.​

Helping Me: The Element of the same type as the Day Stem is divided into "Shoulder - to - Shoulder" for the same Yin - Yang nature and "Rob Wealth" for the opposite Yin - Yang nature. For instance, if the Day Stem is Jia, another Jia is the Shoulder - to - Shoulder, while Yi (Yin Wood) is the Rob Wealth.​

I Generate: When the Element generated by the Day Stem is of the same Yin - Yang nature, it is the "Food God"; if of the opposite Yin - Yang nature, it is the "Hurting Official". For a Jia Day Stem, Bing (Yang Fire) is the Food God, and Ding (Yin Fire) is the Hurting Official.​

I Restrict: The Element restricted by the Day Stem is the "Direct Wealth" for the opposite Yin - Yang nature and the "Partial Wealth" for the same Yin - Yang nature. For example, for a Jia Day Stem, Ji (Yin Earth) is the Direct Wealth, and Wu (Yang Earth) is the Partial Wealth.​

Restricting Me: If the Element restricting the Day Stem is of the opposite Yin - Yang nature, it is the "Direct Officer"; if of the same Yin - Yang nature, it is the "Partial Officer", also known as the "Seven Killings". For a Jia Day Stem, Xin (Yin Metal) is the Direct Officer, and Geng (Yang Metal) is the Seven Killings.

The Meanings of the Ten Gods​

Direct Seal: Represents mother, teacher, benefactor, reputation, and academic qualifications. A person with a strong Direct Seal is often kind - hearted, generous, and has a good sense of protection.​

Indirect Seal: Signifies step - mother, or an unorthodox source of support. People with a prominent Indirect Seal are usually creative but may also be a bit withdrawn or overly independent.​

Shoulder - to - Shoulder: Symbolizes siblings, friends, and equals. Those with a strong Shoulder - to - Shoulder are typically loyal, self - reliant, and have a competitive spirit.​

Rob Wealth: Also related to siblings and friends, but with a more competitive and sometimes impulsive nature. People with a significant Rob Wealth may be bold in taking risks.​

Food God: Represents children (especially daughters in a woman's chart), creativity, and enjoyment. A person with a strong Food God is often easy - going, has a good sense of humor, and is creative.​

Hurting Official: Signifies children (especially sons in a woman's chart), talent, and a rebellious spirit. Those with a strong Hurting Official are usually intelligent, outspoken, and not afraid to challenge the status quo.​

Direct Wealth: Represents wealth obtained through hard work, as well as a person's wife (in a man's chart). People with a strong Direct Wealth are generally diligent, thrifty, and value stability.​

Partial Wealth: Symbolizes windfall gains, father (in a man's chart), and a more adventurous approach to wealth. Those with a prominent Partial Wealth are often generous, quick - witted, and good at seizing opportunities.​

Direct Officer: Represents authority, rules, and a person's husband (in a woman's chart). People with a strong Direct Officer are usually law - abiding, responsible, and have good self - discipline.​

Seven Killings: Signifies challenges, enemies, and a more forceful form of authority. Those with a strong Seven Killings are often brave, decisive, and have strong leadership potential.