As the Pig Year Is Coming to an End, We Look Forward to Usher the Arrival of the Rat. This Year, the Rat Will Arrive on 4Th Feb 2020 at 1718Hrs

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As the Pig Year is coming to an end, we look forward to usher the arrival of the Rat. This year, the Rat will arrive on 4th Feb 2020 at 1718Hrs. The previous Rat was an Earth Rat in 2008, so this coming year we will have a Metal Rat.

The Rat is the first Chinese Zodiac in the 12 animal cycle. For this reason, 2020 is considered as a year of new beginnings and renewal. This is a great year for new evolutions. New trends will be set and lifestyles will meet new challenges.

The Chinese will be celebrating their annual new year on 25th January 2020, to welcome the traditional Spring festival. This Lunar New Year is also considered a ‘blind year’ because the actual Li-Chun立春 only arrives on the 4th Feb 2020 .

Based on the Chinese Hsia Calender, this year is symbolized by the two characters : Yang Metal H7 (庚) over Yang Water Rat E1 (子). Metal is supporting the Water below. It appears to be a more harmonious year as compared to previous years.

With the above, we should be expecting a more peaceful year in 2020. World leaders will be gearing to tackle the issue of rising sea-levels and climate change, which is already expected.

Forecast for Year 2020 Rat

This year, be prepared for more continuous rainfall and the hazard of rising sea-levels. The strong Metal and Water may trigger earth disasters over the Northeast and Southwest regions. There may be possibilities of land-slides and soil erosion, so please be mindful of activities such as mountain climbing and driving along mountainous highways.

Metal supports Water, which means productivity and activity for Metal industries. You need to follow your goals with determination and confidence.

Rat is also a ‘Flower of Romance’ star. This means that it is a good year for singles to activate their romance sector.

Rat is in conflict with those born in the year of the Horse. According to Chinese belief, you can seek blessing from the Grand Duke (Tai Sui) of the year 2020 also known as Lu Mi ( 卢秘大将军 ).

If your house main entrance faces North, you are in direct conflict with the Tai Sui. Be mindful and avoid unnecessary knocking or hacking at this sector.

Rats are friends of Ox, Dragon , Monkey and Pig zodiac.

This year, the Horse zodiac has a direct conflict with the Rat. You can place a crystal Ox figurine at the North sector of your room, or workplace table top facing North. If you’re out on assignment to meet your client , you can carry an Ox pendent in your briefcase or pocket.

At the macro level: we look at the Four Pillars of the Year.

1718Hrs 04 02 2020

Looking at the Four Pillars of the year, all the 5 elements, Water, Wood, Fire, Earth and Metal are present.

There is only 1 Wood (寅E3) support at the month branch. 3 Earth (戊H5, 己H6 and 丑E2) which further drains the weak Fire. The 2 Metal (庚H7 and 酉E10) also weakens the Fire support.

If we assume the Fire element to represent the stock market. The money aspect for Fire is Metal. This situation also reflects speculation in the stock market is not advisable. If you intend to speculate in the stock market, be patient and wait till May or June.

Similarly on the human aspect, the weak Fire may result in heart and blood related problems, especially for those who already have weak Fire in their bazi.

 Zodiacs in Conflict with The Rat E1 子:

Horse 午 E7 六冲 ( 6 Clash )

Ram 未 E8 相害 ( Conflicted Clash )

Rooster 酉 E10 相破 ( Related Clash )

Rat 子 E1 犯太岁 ( Offending The Grand Duke )

Rabbit 卯 E4 无恩之刑 ( Ingratitude Clash )

 Zodiacs Compatible with The Rat E1 子:

Ox 丑 E2 六合 ( 6 Combination )

Dragon 辰 E5 + Monkey 申 E9 三合 ( 3 Combination )

Pig 亥 E12 + Ox 丑 E2 三会 ( Seasonal Combination )

Ming Yi ( 明夷 )

“Ming Yi” depicts the extinguishing of lights or brilliance. The Sun has descended below the Earth, causing darkness, which implies that there is danger and evil everywhere.

ADVICE by : I-Ching

This is not the time to continue pushing your plans forward. Do not be hasty in your actions. Seek advice from the elders.

In divination, it means the future is unclear. It would be wise to hold back and restore your energy. Be patient, and you will eventually emerge into daylight again.

Auspicious Industries

Water is another strong element. Industries related are Shipping, Travel, Education and Food & Beverage.

Average Industries

Earth related industries relates to Housing Development, Civil Engineering & Property will be competitive. Good time if you are considering to purchase your new home. The Metal element supports Water. This year, Metal industries are expected to produce more creative products, like airplanes , motor vehicles and machineries . Gold and Metal related industries will be in high demand. Expect prices to go up.

Inauspicious Industries

Wood related industries like Forestry, Agriculture & Herbal Medicine will slow down due to the strong Water in the third quarter of the year. This could also be due to rising sea water levels and soil erosions

Fire related industries like Oil & Petroleum, Electrical & Electronic products could be the weakest industries in a strong Water year.

Forecast for Year 2020 6 2 4 Rat Flying Stars for 2020 E 5 7 9 W

This year the ruling star is No.7. 1 3 8 Actions: Auspicious Directions : NE N NW Star 8 – Northwest The yearly two potent stars, 2 & 5 are at the South Star 9 – West & East. Avoid unnecessary renovation or major Star 1 – Northeast knocking. To harmonise stars 2 & 5, you can hang / place Metal objects. Ideally, hanging a 6 rod Metal wind chime or hang a strand of 6 Metal Coins at the window. For main entrance door, place a gold or grey color floor rug. Look out for the 3 annual potent stars . This year the 3 potent stars are: Star 3 a Quarrelsome Star is at your North sector. To dissolve this Quarrelsome Star, you may turn on Directions Remedies : a table lamp. For main entrance, turn on a ceiling Star 2 – South Metal Element light or placing a red floor rug. Star 3 – North Fire Element Star 5 – East Metal Element Star 6 is at the Southeast sector. Place a bowl of still water at this sector.

Star 4 at the Southwest sector is suitable to activate your romance and relationship. Place a indoor water plant in your living room or bedroom. Also suitable for children’s study corner. Remedies : Star 4 – Southwest Still Water Star 7 – Centre Still Water Star 6 – Southeast Still Water

Forecast for Year 2020 6 2 4 Rat E W Flying Stars for 2020 5 7 9 1 3 8 NE N NW

The yearly two potent stars, 2 & 5 are at the South & East. Avoid unnecessary renovation or major knocking. To harmonise stars 2 & 5, you can hang / place Metal objects. Ideally, hanging a 6 rod Metal wind chime or hang a strand of 6 Metal Coins at the window. For your main entrance door, place a gold or grey color floor rug.

Star 3 a Quarrelsome Star is at your North sector. To dissolve this Quarrelsome Star, you may turn on a table lamp. For main entrance, turn on a ceiling light or you could place a red floor rug.

Star 6 is at the Southeast sector. Place a bowl of still water at this sector.

Star 4 is at the Southwest sector. It is suitable to activate your romance and relationship. Place a indoor water plant in your living room or bedroom. It is also suitable as your children’s study corner.

Star 8 , 9 & 1 at the Northwest, West & Northeast respectively are the most active areas to attract incoming wealth and your career luck. It is suitable for entertainment and activities.

Star 7 is at the Centre of your house. Ideally you may hang a water feature painting / poster on the wall at this sector.

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This year the ruling Grand Duke (Tai Sui) is Lu Mi. It is believed that those who are in conflict with the Tai Sui will experience obstacles and have an unfavorable year.

According to Chinese tradition, it is advisable to seek blessings and protection from Tai Sui early in the year. Those born in the year of the Rat, Horse, Ram, Rooster and Rabbit will be in conflict with Tai Sui in 2020.

To harmonise, place a Crystal Ox figurine at the North sector in your home or workplace.

Direction: NW2 352.5 – 357.5 Degrees

Avoid digging and massive knocking in this sector of your house. If you need to renovate, do choose an auspicious date.

God of Wealth (财神) The auspicious direction to receive the God of Wealth is from the West on Lunar New Year’s Eve at 2300hrs.

God of Happiness (喜神) is at the South.

The 3 Killings (三煞) is at the South. Do not sit with the 3 Killings against your back

this year. The 3 Killings location is at South for

Year 2020, which is also the clash position

‘Sui Po’ （岁破）of the Horse .

Date Zodiac to Avoid

Tuesday 28th January 2020 Rat

Friday 31st January 2020 Rabbit

Sunday 2nd February 2020 Snake

Tuesday 4th February 2020 Goat

Wednesday 5th February 2020 Monkey

Note: For a more detailed analysis, do seek advice from a professional consultant.

Wishing Everyone a Healthy and Prosperous Lunar New Year 2020!

Written by GM Vincent Koh & Max Koh