The Six Harmonies Configuration is a harmonious and transformative relationship between two Earthly Branches, resulting in the formation of a new elemental force after combination. The six pairs are: Zi (Rat) and Chou (Ox) combine to form Earth; Yin (Tiger) and Hai (Pig) combine to form Wood; Mao (Rabbit) and Xu (Dog) combine to form Fire; Chen (Dragon) and You (Rooster) combine to form Metal; Si (Snake) and Shen (Monkey) combine to form Water; Wu (Horse) and Wei (Sheep) combine to form Earth. The influence of the Six Harmonies is gentle, and successful transformation requires favorable conditions.
Examine the Earthly Branches in the four pillars of the Bazi chart to identify whether any pair forming a Six Harmonies relationship is present. The six combinations are: Zi (Rat) and Chou (Ox) combine to form Earth; Yin (Tiger) and Hai (Pig) combine to form Wood; Mao (Rabbit) and Xu (Dog) combine to form Fire; Chen (Dragon) and You (Rooster) combine to form Metal; Si (Snake) and Shen (Monkey) combine to form Water; Wu (Horse) and Wei (Sheep) combine to form Earth. When both branches appear together, the Six Harmonies relationship exists. It is necessary to assess whether the conditions for successful transformation are fulfilled.
In a Bazi chart, if the Month Branch is Chen (Dragon) and the Day Branch is You (Rooster), the Chen-You Metal combination occurs; with strong Metal energy in Autumn, transformation readily takes place, indicating prosperous financial fortune during middle age.