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Xin Metal

Heavenly Stems
辛、阴金

Definition

Xin Metal is the eighth of the Ten Heavenly Stems, belonging to Yin Metal, symbolizing pearls, jade, and fine jewelry—refined and precious metal. People with Xin Metal as their Day Master possess refined, meticulous personalities and a pursuit of perfection; they shine brilliantly like jewels, possess strong aesthetic sensibility, yet may also exhibit vanity, affectation, and excessive fastidiousness.

How to Find

Xin Metal is the eighth Heavenly Stem; in Bazi chart analysis, it is directly identified from the Heavenly Stem of the Day Pillar or any other pillar. A 'Xin Metal Day Master' refers to someone whose birth day’s Heavenly Stem is Xin.

Attributes

elementMetal
yinYangYin
seasonAutumn
directionWest
colorSilver

Chart Meanings

Year Pillar：Xin Metal in the Year Pillar suggests ancestors possibly engaged in finance or arts; the individual tends to emphasize appearance during youth.
Month Pillar：Xin Metal in the Month Pillar indicates strong aesthetic perception in career—suitable for professions in finance, design, and related fields.
Day Pillar：Xin Metal as Day Master signifies an elegant and refined personality; however, one’s spouse may perceive them as overly critical.
Hour Pillar：Xin Metal in the Hour Pillar suggests intelligent, tasteful children and a high quality of life in old age.

Combinations

Xin-Bing Combination— The combination of Xin Metal and Bing Fire is a 'dominant-restraining' union, indicating authority and dignity; when transformed into Water, however, the native’s temperament undergoes change.
Xin Metal Meets Ren Water— Ren Water washes Xin Metal—like water cleansing pearls and jade—thereby enhancing its luster and brilliance.
Xin Metal Meets Ding Fire— Ding Fire controls Xin Metal—as furnace fire refines jewels—moderation enhances radiance, while excess causes damage.

Examples

Born on a Xin-You Day: Xin Metal Day Master sits on You Metal, resulting in strong Metal energy; such individuals are refined and possess excellent taste.

Related Terms

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