Detailed Analysis of Wu Fire
Wu is the seventh of the Twelve Earthly Branches, belonging to Yang Fire physically but functioning as Yin. It represents the scorching sun of midsummer, where Yang energy peaks and the first Yin begins to generate.
Basic Attributes
- Element: Fire (contains Earth).
- Yin/Yang: Yang Branch (Physical), Yin (Functional).
- Season: Mid-Summer (5th Lunar Month).
Symbolism and Characteristics
- Zodiac: Horse. Represents passion, uninhibitedness, impatience, activity, and vigor.
- Time: Wu Hour (11:00 - 13:00), high noon.
- Direction: South (Li Palace).
- Body Part: Heart, Eyes, Small Intestine, Tongue, Spirit.
- Representations: Torches, electronics, information, advertising, battlefields, halls, stadiums, brightness, intensity.
Interactions
- Six Harmony: Combines with Wei (Goat) to form Earth (or strengthens Fire).
- Three Harmony: Combines with Yin (Tiger) and Xu (Dog) to form a Fire Frame (Emperor/Peak).
- Six Clash: Clashes with Zi (Rat).
- Punishment: Wu-Wu Self Punishment.
- Harm: Harms Chou (Ox).