Today, 20th of April 2025, is one of 24 Chinese traditional solar terms: Grain Rain. How much do you know about Grain Rain and the relationship between the Grain Rain solar term and Feng Shui Bazi? Let's find out below.The Grain Rain solar term holds certain symbolic meanings and influences in the aspects of Feng Shui and Bazi (the Four Pillars of Destiny), which are as follows:
From the Perspective of the Five Elements
- The Attributes of the Five Elements and Compensating for Luck in Bazi: Earth Element: During the Grain Rain season, the qi of the "Earth" element in the Five Elements gradually becomes more prosperous. Since Grain Rain is the last solar term in spring, the qi of the "Wood" element gradually weakens, and the qi of the "Earth" element gradually strengthens. According to the theory of Taoist numerology, if a person's Bazi lacks the "Earth" element, the Grain Rain season is a good opportunity to improve their luck. For example, if the Day Master (the Day Stem) in the Bazi is Jia Wood and the person is born in spring, but the "Earth" element is scarce, during the Grain Rain season, they can enhance their luck through some means related to the "Earth" element, such as wearing yellow jade and other accessories belonging to the "Earth" element. Water Element: At the same time, during the Grain Rain season, there is an increase in rainfall, which corresponds to the "Water" element in the Five Elements. If the "Water" element is lacking in the Bazi, one can also take advantage of the natural qi of rainfall during this time to supplement it.
- The Generation and Restriction of the Five Elements and Luck: In the relationship of generation and restriction among the Five Elements, Water generates Wood, Wood generates Fire, Fire generates Earth, Earth generates Metal, and Metal generates Water. The Grain Rain solar term is in the transitional stage from spring to summer, and the influence of the "Wood" element still exists, and the power of Wood generating Fire is also gradually increasing. If the power of Wood and Fire in the Bazi is relatively weak, the Grain Rain season is an opportunity for improvement. One can balance yin and yang and enhance their luck by hanging landscape paintings in the due east (Zhen position) of the living room, in the way of Wood generating Fire and the harmony between Water and Fire.
From the Perspective of the Monthly Order
In the theory of Bazi numerology, the Monthly Order is the core criterion for measuring the prosperity and decline of the Heavenly Stems and Earthly Branches. Grain Rain is the middle qi of the third lunar month, corresponding to the Chen Earth in the Earthly Branches. When Chen Earth is in power, the yang qi between heaven and earth rises. If the Day Master in the Bazi is Wu Earth or Ji Earth and the person is born in the Chen month, they obtain the qi of the Monthly Order, and their own power is relatively strong. However, if it is the Day Master of other Five Elements, such as Yi Wood born in the Chen month, it may be restricted by the prosperous qi of the "Earth" element, and it is necessary to analyze the advantages and disadvantages according to the specific combination of the Bazi.
From the Perspective of the Chinese Zodiac
- Rabbit: In 2025, during the Grain Rain season, it enters the Geng Chen month. The Chinese zodiac Rabbit belongs to the "Wood" element in the Five Elements, and in the Geng Chen month, the "Earth" and "Metal" elements are prosperous, and the qi of the "Wood" element is restrained. Coupled with the Seven Red Metal Star flying to the Zhen Palace in the east, there is a conflict between "Metal" and "Wood", which is likely to cause discomfort in the liver, gallbladder, and intestines and stomach of those born in the Year of the Rabbit, as well as a lack of energy. At the same time, the Earthly Branches Mao and Chen present a harmful relationship, and those born in the Year of the Rabbit may feel pressure from their careers and emotions.
- Dog: In 2025, during the Grain Rain season, it enters the second half of the Chen month. The Chinese zodiac Dog forms a "Chen Xu conflict" with the Chen month. Moreover, the "Si Fire" in the Year Stem Yi Si of 2025 strengthens the qi of the "Earth" element, and the "Earth" element is turbulent, which is likely to cause emotional fluctuations and potential health risks for those born in the Year of the Dog.
From the Perspective of Feng Shui
There are also some considerations in Feng Shui during the Grain Rain season. For example, placing a wealth basin or green plants in the wealth position can enhance the wealth luck. In 2025, the obvious wealth position is at the diagonal of the entrance, and a wealth basin filled with five grains and coins can be placed there; the hidden wealth position is determined according to the orientation of the house. For example, if the house faces south and is located in the northeast direction, a money tree or crystal cluster can be placed there. For singles, placing pink crystals or peonies in the southeast (Xun Palace), and for married people, hanging a couple's photo in this place can enhance their relationship luck.
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Find previous article about Bazi insight: https://genbeads.com/blogs/genbeads/the-insight-of-bazi-unraveling-the-connections-between-health-fortune-and-the-state-of-mind
Concept of Fengshui and Bazi: https://genbeads.com/blogs/genbeads/feng-shui-and-bazi-an-introduction-to-enhancing-your-luck
