Detailed Analysis of Xu Earth
Xu is the eleventh of the Twelve Earthly Branches, belonging to Yang Earth. It is considered dry earth and the Treasury of Fire. Situated in late autumn, vegetation withers and Yang energy enters storage, possessing characteristics of collection and guardianship.
Basic Attributes
- Element: Earth (contains Fire and Metal).
- Yin/Yang: Yang Branch.
- Season: Late Autumn (9th Lunar Month).
Symbolism and Characteristics
- Zodiac: Dog. Represents loyalty, vigilance, straightforwardness, defense, and service.
- Time: Xu Hour (19:00 - 21:00), twilight.
- Direction: West-Northwest (Qian Palace).
- Body Part: Pericardium, Gate of Life (Mingmen), Feet, Back, Stomach.
- Representations: City walls, temples, prisons, graves, furnaces, dry places, schools, networks.
Interactions
- Six Harmony: Combines with Mao (Rabbit) to form Fire.
- Three Harmony: Combines with Yin (Tiger) and Wu (Horse) to form a Fire Frame (Treasury).
- Six Clash: Clashes with Chen (Dragon).
- Punishment: Chou-Xu-Wei Triple Punishment.
- Harm: Harms You (Rooster).