The order of the eight characters in the Bagua diagram is Qian, Kun, Zhen, Xun, Kan, Li, Gen and Dui.
Bagua is one of the ancient Chinese philosophical systems and one of the important concepts in Taoist thought. Bagua is composed of eight basic hexagrams, each of which represents a natural state of heaven and earth. They are named after the eight characters Qian, Kun, Zhen, Xun, Kan, Li, Gen and Dui. These hexagrams are arranged and combined into sixty-four hexagrams, which are called the "Book of Changes".
The first is Qian Gua, which represents heaven and symbolizes creation, vigor and positive power. Kun Gua represents earth, symbolizing the nature of suppleness, tolerance and stability. The two complement each other and express the dynamic balance of the universe and the cycle of life.
Next is Zhen Gua, which represents thunder and symbolizes motivation, excitement and shock. The Xun hexagram represents wind, symbolizing suppleness, action, and dexterity. The two reflect the interaction between heaven and earth, demonstrating the diversity and change of nature.
The Kan hexagram represents water, symbolizing femininity, depth, and moisture. Li Gua represents fire, symbolizing heat, shining and burning. The opposition and complementarity between water and fire embody the law of mutual growth and restraint of things.
The last is Gen Gua, which represents the mountain and symbolizes stillness, stability and perseverance. Dui Gua represents Ze, symbolizing joy, joy and communication. The interaction between mountains and rivers reveals the agility of life and the harmony of the universe.
The Feng Shui significance of the Bagua Diagram
The Bagua Diagram reflects the principle of the mutual generation and restraint of Yin and Yang. Qian, Kun, Zhen, Xun, Kan, Li, Gen, and Dui in the Bagua respectively represent natural elements such as heaven, earth, thunder, wind, water, fire, mountains, and lakes, among which Qian and Kun represent Yang and Yin respectively. This opposite and complementary relationship embodies the wisdom of the balance of yin and yang in the universe. Feng Shui uses this balance to adjust the aura of the environment and create a harmonious living atmosphere.
The Bagua diagram is related to the relationship between direction and space. The Bagua diagram is often used in conjunction with the Feng Shui compass to adjust the environmental aura by determining the direction. Different hexagrams and directions have different attributes, and a reasonable layout can guide the auspicious aura and resolve unfavorable Feng Shui.
The Bagua diagram also involves the concept of the Five Elements, namely gold, wood, water, fire and earth. Each Bagua is related to two of the Five Elements attributes. Through the mutual generation and restraint of the Five Elements, the aura of the environment can be adjusted and bring good luck, wealth and other effects.
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