Signification

Published 19 Mar 2023 | Joe Ong 阿祖

Signification is an important concept in Chinese Metaphysics interpretation and analysis. It is the symbolic representations and associations of characteristic and qualities.

Signification in FENG SHUI

FENG SHUI uses the concept of the Four Celestial Animals to signify the characteristics of an ideal FENG SHUI landscape in ancient China. The Black Tortoise being a sturdy animal positioned at the back symbolises the need for reliable support. The Green Dragon and White Tiger renowned for their ferocity, stand guard on the left and the right to safeguard the Qi. It is to emphasise the significance of preserving the flow of Qi. Lastly, the presence of the Phoenix at the front represents an unobstructed and welcoming entrance.

If the landscape around a property has structures that bears physical similarities to the Four Celestial Animals, it signifies that the property has the characteristic of a ideal FENG SHUI landscape.

Signification in BA ZI

Each element (Wood, Fire, Earth, Metal, Water) in the BA ZI chart signify specific qualities, characteristics, and symbolism. For example, if Fire were to represent the Self Element (the Individual), then Wood will be associated with the individual’s mother, support, intelligent (input) because Wood give birth to Fire based on the cycle of birth. The element can be further taken to represent growth and creativity by literally the characteristic of a plant. Understanding these element associations helps in interpreting a person’s personality traits, strengths, and weaknesses.

BA ZI Analysis also relies on the Five Element Theory, which the dynamic relationships between the elements such as the generating cycle, controlling cycle, or weakening cycle help to analyze the balance or imbalance of elements in the chart and provide further insights into a person’s characteristics and potential outcomes. The combination of elements in the chart also creates symbolic representation of an individual’s life and provide insights into various aspects of a person’s life, such as career, relationships, health, and overall destiny.


象在中华易学解读和分析是一个重要的概念。它指的是特征和品质的象征性表达和关联

风水象征

风水利用四灵兽的概念来象征古代中国理想风水景观的特点。黑色乌龟是一种坚固的动物,位于背部,象征着需要可靠的支持。。 青龙和白虎以其著名的凶猛性,在左右两侧站岗守护气。这强调了保持气流动的重要性。最后,前方的凤凰代表着一个畅通无阻、热情欢迎的入口。

如果物业周围的景观具有与四灵兽相似的结构,则表明该房产具有理想的风水景观特征。

八字象征

每个元素(木、火、土、金、水)都象征特定的品质、特征和相关联。例如,如果火代表自身元素 (个人),那么木会与个人的母亲、支持、智慧(输入)相关联,因为根据相生遁环,木生火。这个元素还可以进一步代表生长和创造力,因为它具有植物的特点。了解这些元素的关联有助于解释一个人的个性特征、优势和弱点。

八字分析还依赖于五行理论,其中元素之间的动态关系,例如相生遁环、相克遁环或减弱遁环,有助于分析八字中元素的平衡或不平衡,并进一步洞察一个人的特征和潜在结果。八字中元素的组合还创造了个人生活的象征性表达,并提供有关职业、人际关系、健康和整体命运等方面的洞察。