What are the Ten Gods (十神)?
The Ten Gods represent 10 types of relationships between the Day Master (you) and the other characters in your Four Pillars. The composition of Ten Gods in your chart determines your personality, talents, and fortune flow.
Bi-gyeon / Geop-jae
Same as me
Sik-sin / Sang-gwan
I generate
Pyeon-jae / Jeong-jae
I overcome
Pyeon-gwan / Jeong-gwan
Overcomes me
Pyeon-in / Jeong-in
Generates me
Bi-gyeon (比肩) (比肩)
Same element, Same polarity
“An equal standing shoulder to shoulder”
Same element, same polarity as you. Represents equals with strong independence and pride. When prominent, you shine in competitive situations but may struggle with cooperation.
Geop-jae (劫財) (劫財)
Same element, Opposite polarity
“The energy that seizes wealth”
Same element, opposite polarity. Brings strong competitiveness and drive, sociable but wealth tends to scatter. When prominent, you take bold challenges but need careful financial management.
Sik-sin (食神) (食神)
Element I generate, Same polarity
“The god of nourishment”
Element you generate, same polarity. Abundant and leisurely energy, loves food and has excellent expressiveness. When prominent, you have artistic talent and an optimistic personality.
Sang-gwan (傷官) (傷官)
Element I generate, Opposite polarity
“The energy that wounds authority”
Element you generate, opposite polarity. Outstanding talent and creativity, but a tendency to rebel against rules and authority. When prominent, you excel in arts and technical fields.
Pyeon-jae (偏財) (偏財)
Element I overcome, Same polarity
“Partial wealth (speculative fortune)”
Element you overcome, same polarity. Ability to handle large sums, strong entrepreneurial spirit. When prominent, you can succeed in investment or business, but risks are also high.
Jeong-jae (正財) (正財)
Element I overcome, Opposite polarity
“Proper wealth (stable fortune)”
Element you overcome, opposite polarity. Steady accumulated wealth, pursuing stable income and frugal living. When prominent, you manage finances well and are reliable.
Pyeon-gwan (偏官) (偏官)
Element that overcomes me, Same polarity
“Partial authority (also called Seven Killings)”
Element that overcomes you, same polarity. Represents strong pressure and challenges; when well-utilized, you become a charismatic leader. When prominent, stress is high but achievements are great.
Jeong-gwan (正官) (正官)
Element that overcomes me, Opposite polarity
“Proper authority (stable power)”
Element that overcomes you, opposite polarity. Values order and honor, grows steadily within organizations. When prominent, you succeed as a civil servant or corporate employee with strong responsibility.
Pyeon-in (偏印) (偏印)
Element that generates me, Same polarity
“Partial seal (also called Doshik)”
Element that generates you, same polarity. Unique thinking and special talents, with a tendency to deeply immerse in one field. When prominent, you're suited for research, arts, or spiritual fields.
Jeong-in (正印) (正印)
Element that generates me, Opposite polarity
“Proper seal (star of learning)”
Element that generates you, opposite polarity. Symbolizes academic ability and wisdom, loves learning and is favorable for certifications and degrees. When prominent, you excel in education and research.