Punishment
Definition
Xing (Punishment) is a harmful interaction among the Earthly Branches, primarily indicating punishment, disputes, and misfortunes. The Three Xings are: Yin-Si-Shen (Ungrateful Punishment), Chou-Xu-Wei (Arrogant Punishment), Zi-Mao (Disrespectful Punishment), and Chen-Wu-You-Hai (Self-Punishment). Xing mainly signifies conflicts, verbal disputes, legal troubles, and official litigation; however, under certain configurations, Xing may also produce an auspicious 'Noble Pattern'.
How to Find
Examine whether any of the Three Xing relationships exist among the Earthly Branches in the four pillars of the八字 (BaZi). The Three Xings are: Yin-Si-Shen, Chou-Xu-Wei, Zi-Mao, and Chen-Wu-You-Hai (Self-Xing). Xing is confirmed only when all three branches involved are present; two branches indicate merely the 'intention' or 'tendency' of Xing.
Attributes
Combinations
Yin-Si-Shen Triple Xing
Ungrateful Punishment: indicates betrayal of kindness, verbal conflicts, yet if it produces a Noble Pattern, it signifies authority and leadership.
Chou-Xu-Wei Triple Xing
Arrogant Punishment: indicates bullying through power, legal disputes, yet if it activates the Earth Treasury, wealth accumulation may occur.
Zi-Mao Mutual Xing
Disrespectful Punishment: indicates lack of propriety, emotional entanglements, requiring special attention to interpersonal relationships.
Examples
In a BaZi chart, with the Year Branch Yin, Month Branch Si, and Day Branch Shen, the complete Yin-Si-Shen Triple Xing appears, indicating frequent disputes throughout life; however, if the overall pattern is favorable, it may confer authority and leadership.