Post Horse (Yi Ma)
Yi Ma is a Shen Sha symbolizing movement, relocation, and change. In ancient China, post stations used horses to deliver messages—the Post Horse represents constant travel and mobility.
Lookup Method
Based on Day Branch or Year Branch:
| Branch Group | Post Horse |
|---|---|
| Shen, Zi, Chen | Yin |
| Yin, Wu, Xu | Shen |
| Si, You, Chou | Hai |
| Hai, Mao, Wei | Si |
Symbolism
- Distant Travel: Those with Post Horse have lifelong affinity with relocation and travel.
- Constant Change: Work and residence frequently change, difficulty settling.
- Swift Action: Decisive, action-oriented, efficient.
Combinations
- Post Horse Clashed: Clashing activates the horse—even more frequent movement.
- Post Horse Combined: The horse is restrained—wants to move but cannot.
- Lu-Ma Together: Salary Spirit and Post Horse in the same position—making fortune abroad.
- Post Horse with Wealth: Horse's branch is also a Wealth Star—extremely favorable for seeking fortune abroad.