Detailed Analysis of Hai Water
Hai is the twelfth of the Twelve Earthly Branches, belonging to Yin Water physically but functioning as Yang. It is the Birth Place of Wood. It represents the beginning of winter, where all things return to storage, while also nurturing new life (Wood).
Basic Attributes
- Element: Water (contains Wood).
- Yin/Yang: Yin Branch (Physical), Yang (Functional).
- Season: Early Winter (10th Lunar Month).
Symbolism and Characteristics
- Zodiac: Pig. Represents honesty, simplicity, good fortune, easy-going nature, and material enjoyment.
- Time: Hai Hour (21:00 - 23:00).
- Direction: North-Northwest (Qian Palace).
- Body Part: Kidneys, Head, Excretory system, Blood.
- Representations: Rivers, lakes, rain, drinks, toilets, curtains, children, metaphysics.
Interactions
- Six Harmony: Combines with Yin (Tiger) to form Wood.
- Three Harmony: Combines with Mao (Rabbit) and Wei (Goat) to form a Wood Frame (Birth place).
- Six Clash: Clashes with Si (Snake).
- Punishment: Hai-Hai Self Punishment.
- Harm: Harms Shen (Monkey).