🪐 Yin and Yang — The Philosophical Foundation Behind the 60 Jiazi
The 60 Jiazi (sexagenary cycle) was originally devised as a system of symbolic characters to record time and direction.
But through centuries of profound thought and philosophical reflection by countless Eastern thinkers,
this symbolic system gradually evolved—
into a language of metaphor used to understand human life, nature, and destiny.
This system is now the backbone of a philosophy known as Myeongrihak (Saju or Four Pillars),
which seeks to interpret and understand human existence through patterns and symbols.
At the core of this worldview lies the philosophy of Yin and Yang (陰陽).
Today, Yin and Yang are often described as two opposing yet balancing forces.
This explanation helps us understand natural phenomena or life’s rhythms—
but it risks oversimplifying a much deeper truth.
Yin and Yang are not in conflict.
They are not enemies pushing each other away,
but companions constantly seeking each other in a dance of mutual completion.
Just as daylight gives meaning to darkness,
and movement gives value to stillness—
Yin and Yang represent a cycle of longing, of dynamic balance,
where each element becomes meaningful only through the other.
🌀 Yin and Yang in Everyday Life — A Living Movement, Not Just a Concept
The flow of Yin and Yang reveals itself clearly in our daily lives.
We open our eyes in the morning to begin the day,
and at night, we return to rest and stillness.
In the agrarian past, survival meant working the land and securing food.
That was the whole of life.
But today, our ways of living and sustaining ourselves have become far more diverse.
In the past, women were often expected to quietly prepare meals and take on a role of devotion.
Now, we live in a time where men and women alike—
work side by side, sharing both survival and responsibility.
This evolution, too, is part of the Yin-Yang cycle:
a dynamic interplay that transcends fixed binaries,
allowing for mutual complementarity and fluid transitions.
Today, we are moving beyond rigid roles.
We live in a world shaped by fluidity and flexibility,
where life flows with greater harmony and adaptability.
Ultimately,
Yin and Yang are not about opposition—
but about the movement revealed in the rhythm of change and continuity.
When we begin to understand that flow,
we can finally begin to see both ourselves and the world around us—
more deeply and more clearly.
🔍 “Yin Complements Yang: A Man’s Saju Needs Water”
Saju (K-Bazzi) is a study of human life.
Naturally, it begins with understanding what it means to be human.
At the heart of this philosophy lies the fundamental idea of Yin and Yang.
Today, let’s revisit a widely known—but often misunderstood—principle:
“Men are Yang. Women are Yin.”
So, when we open someone’s Saju chart,
what should we look at first?
A man, born as a Yang being,
requires the energy of Yin to balance and stabilize his life.
More specifically—
he needs the flow of Water (Su, 水),
which represents emotion, softness, adaptability, and connection.
If a man’s chart lacks Water Qi,
he may face difficulties in emotional stability and relationships.
In fact, old texts tell us:
“If a man’s Saju lacks Water Qi, he shall lack blessings from women.”
In other words,
Yang alone is not enough.
It is the presence of Yin that makes life whole.
That’s the beauty of balance—
and the starting point of understanding through Saju.
🔥 “Yin Needs Yang: A Woman’s Saju Needs Fire”
What about women, then?
Naturally, it’s the opposite.
A woman is born with Yin energy,
and to achieve balance in life,
she needs the warm and vital force of Yang.
Among the Five Elements,
Fire (Hwa, 火) is the one that best represents this Yang energy.
Fire symbolizes warmth, vitality, and passion—
and in a woman’s life, it plays a central role.
When Fire Qi is lacking,
classical texts say:
“If a woman’s Saju lacks Fire Qi, she shall lack blessings from men.”
In other words,
if the flow of Fire is weak in a woman’s Saju,
she may struggle with emotional intimacy,
passion in relationships,
and even lose the drive that fuels her daily life.
Ultimately,
interpreting a Saju chart must always begin
with the foundational principle of Yin and Yang.
Whether male or female—
if these two opposing energies fail to harmonize within one’s life structure,
that person will experience a constant sense of lack and longing.
And that longing?
It may reveal itself in strange behaviors,
unstable relationships,
or lonely decisions.
Myungrihak (Saju) Is Not a Distant Concept
Myungrihak is not some far-off, abstract theory.
The flow of Yin and Yang is very much alive—
within our everyday lives, our emotions, and our relationships.
Through this space,
I plan to share the foundational principles of Myungrihak,
one by one,
in small and gentle doses—
so you can enjoy learning without feeling overwhelmed. 😊
Studying theory on its own might feel difficult,
but what if you could absorb it naturally
through simple, relatable stories?
Step by step,
bit by bit—
let’s walk this path together. 🌿
When interpreting a Saju (Four Pillars of Destiny) chart,
the first thing to examine is the relationship between the Wol-Ji (Month Branch) and the Il-Gan (Day Master).
Why?
Because the Wol-Ji represents the starting line of life—
and more importantly, it symbolizes the position of one’s parents.
In other words, it reveals
the kind of family environment the person grew up in,
and the type of influence they received from their parents.
In Lisa’s chart,
her Wol-Ji contains Myo (卯, Rabbit), which corresponds to the Jeong-Gwan (正官, Direct Officer).
This suggests a relatively stable and orderly family atmosphere,
indicating that she likely received protection and clear guidance during her formative years.
However, to more accurately assess the energy of the Wol-Ji (Month Branch)—that is, the influence of one’s parents—
we must look beyond simple relationships like generation or control (Saeng/Geuk).
We also need to consider the flow of the Twelve Life Stages (Sip-I Un-Seong, 十二運星).
In Lisa’s chart,
the Wol-Ji contains Myo (卯, Rabbit),
which is the Jeong-Gwan (正官, Direct Officer) from the perspective of her Il-Gan (Day Master), Mu (戊, Earth).
Above this, the Wol-Gan (Month Stem) is Gye (癸, Water), which corresponds to Jeong-Jae (正財, Proper Wealth).
🔍 The key point here is:
How does the energy of the Wealth Star (Jae-Seong, 財星) function within the Wol-Ji?
According to the Twelve Life Stages (12 Un-Seong):
- Byeon-Jae (偏財, Im (壬) Water) is in the “Sa (死, Death)” stage in Myo (卯, Wood)
- Jeong-Jae (正財, Gye (癸) Water) is in the “Saeng (生, Birth)” stage in Myo (卯, Wood)
Now, for a more precise interpretation:
- Im (壬), representing Byeon-Jae, usually symbolizes the biological father
- Gye (癸), as Jeong-Jae, often indicates a stepfather or an external masculine influence related to the mother
In this case—
Gye (癸) receives the “Saeng (生)” life stage, suggesting a relatively smooth flow of energy.
This implies that the role of a stepfather or a supportive male figure in Lisa’s life
was more stable and present than that of her biological father.
On the other hand,
Im (壬), representing her biological father, is in the “Sa (死, Death)” stage—
which could indicate that his influence was extremely weak or completely severed.
To interpret this structure—
In Lisa’s life, the energy of her biological father (represented by Pyeonjae 壬水, the “Variable Wealth Star”) appears to be weak and disconnected. This suggests that he may not have played a significant role as a protector or caregiver.
In contrast, the influence of her stepfather or maternal family (represented by Jeongjae 癸水, the “Proper Wealth Star”) seems to have functioned as a warmer and more stable source of support.
This interpretation is further reinforced by examining the relationship with Chukto (丑土) in her Year Branch (Nyeon-Ji).
Chuk (丑) acts as a Geopjae (劫財)—a force that competes with or takes away wealth stars (i.e., parental influence)—and forms a “Chuk-Myoh Gyeokgak (丑卯格角)” pattern with Myomok (卯木) in her Month Branch (Wol-Ji). This indicates a mismatch or clashing dynamic.
Such a Gyeokgak structure can manifest in real life as separation from parents, remarriage, or being raised by relatives or guardians.
Indeed, when we look into Lisa’s actual upbringing, there was a period in her childhood when she lived with her grandparents due to her mother’s remarriage.
This makes her case a powerful example where—
the flow of the Wealth Star in the Month Branch + the 12 Life Stages (十二運星) + the clash structure (格角殺)
remarkably align with the reality of her life.
In Lisa’s Saju, her fundamental mindset—
that is, the external standards of judgment and values she expresses—
can be analyzed through the structure of the Cheon-Gan (Heavenly Stems).
Lisa’s Cheon-Gan reveals the following structure:
- Month Stem (Wol-Gan): Gyesu (癸水, Proper Wealth / Jeongjae)
- Year Stem (Nyeon-Gan): Jeonghwa (丁火, Proper Seal / Jeongin)
These two elements represent Proper Wealth (Jeongjae) and Proper Seal (Jeongin) respectively,
suggesting that Lisa’s mental foundation and outward decision-making
are shaped by a harmonious balance between practical sense (Gyesu) and emotional intuition (Jeonghwa).
In simple terms—
- Jeongjae (正財, Proper Wealth) represents a very practical and grounded energy.
It reflects a responsible mindset aimed at building a stable foundation through one’s own efforts.
People influenced by this energy are sensitive to values such as money, reputation, order, and accountability,
and tend to place strong importance on gaining trust from others. - On the other hand, Jeongin (正印, Proper Seal) is deeply related to nurturing, emotional security, and protection.
It symbolizes an inner warmth and the desire to care for others,
along with deep thinking rooted in emotional and artistic sensitivity.
✨ Therefore, Lisa can be seen as someone who
doesn’t ignore reality, yet still views the world with a warm and intuitive lens.
Her music and performances clearly reflect this balance—
a strong sense of professional discipline paired with genuine emotional expression.
In this way, the Heavenly Stems (Cheon-Gan) serve as a window into a person’s core thought structure.
When interpreted alongside the full flow of the Saju,
they help us understand how one’s external decisions and inner temperament are interconnected.
However, Lisa’s Saju (Four Pillars) reveals one critical weakness.
It is—
the lack of Siksang (食傷) energy,
which refers to the Metal element in the Five Energies (Oh-Haeng)—
and is vital for artists and performers, especially K-pop idols.
In Lisa’s chart, the Siksang (expression star) is barely present,
hidden faintly within the Storage Stem (Jijanggan) of Chuk-To (丑土), the Year Branch.
But in the Heavenly Stems (Cheon-Gan) or the main Earthly Branches (Ji-Ji),
this expressive energy is nowhere to be found.
Such a structure usually appears in people who prefer to follow rules quietly,
rather than boldly expressing themselves.
They often thrive within systems, choosing stability over spotlight.
In short—
Lisa’s chart does not naturally support the life of a bold, expressive performer
who commands attention on stage like a typical idol.
And yet—
how did Lisa, with such a weak presence of the Siksang (expression star),
manage to thrive as a performer through dance and rap—
the very essence of what Siksang represents?
The key lies in the role of Chuk-To (丑土),
her Year Branch (Nyeon-Ji),
which carries the energy of Geopjae (劫財)—the competitive and resilient star.
This Chuk-To is not just a passive background element—
it actually serves as the source, the starting point
of the entire energetic flow in Lisa’s Saju.
Let’s look at the energy pathway in her Four Pillars:
Start: Chuk-To (土, Geopjae)
→ Flows into: Gye-Su (水, Jeongjae) – Month Stem
→ Then into: Myo (木, Jeonggwan) – Month Branch
→ And finally to: Jeong-Hwa (火, Jeong-In) – Year Stem
This creates a smooth, sequential cycle of the Five Energies (Oh-Haeng)—
from Earth → Water → Wood → Fire—each phase nurturing the next.
Even though her Metal (expression) energy is weak,
the Earth of Chuk-To, which contains hidden Metal,
has a clear pathway to rise and emerge through the natural flow of her chart.
In other words,
Lisa’s hidden expressive energy wasn’t blocked—
it simply needed time and the right conditions to surface and shine.
What’s even more astonishing is this—
In the year 2000, when Lisa was just four years old,
she began dancing—
in the very year of Gyeong-Geum (庚金),
the Metal energy that represents Sikshin (食神), the expression star.
Let’s be honest—
who would teach a four-year-old child to dance?
No one pushed her.
This wasn’t the result of training or pressure.
It came from within.
She, herself, reached out for the seed of expression—
and began to move.
More than singing,
she chose dance and rap—
roles that don’t always stand at the center,
but support and amplify the stage.
And that, right there—
was Lisa’s instinctive strategy revealed in her Saju.
A life choice not dictated by logic,
but by the deep structure of her own energy.
📍 2010 – The Year of Gyeong-In (庚寅)
In this year, Gyeong-Geum (庚金)—the Sikshin (食神) or “Star of Expression”—rose to the surface through the Heavenly Stem.
That same year, Lisa was selected by YG Entertainment in a global audition held in Thailand—
beating over 3,000 other applicants.
Now, at this point—
you can’t really call it just a coincidence anymore.
But wait—
the most incredible timing was yet to come.
📍 2016 – The Year of Byeong-Sin (丙申)
This time, it was the Earthly Branch that carried Shin-Geum (申金)—another form of Sikshin.
And in that very year,
Lisa made her official debut as a member of BLACKPINK.
In other words:
- 2010: Sikshin rises in the Heavenly Stem → The door of opportunity opens
- 2016: Sikshin appears in the Earthly Branch → She steps onto the real stage
The fact that Lisa’s key life turning points
align perfectly with the appearance of Metal (金)—
the very element her chart lacks—
is no mere coincidence.
Rather, it’s a miracle she created
by riding the flow of destiny,
and making the right choices when the moment arrived.
While preparing this piece on Lisa,
I came across the fact that she has anti-fans—
and honestly,
it left a slightly bitter taste in my heart.
The word “anti-fan”…
In the end, it’s just another way of saying,
“I simply don’t like her.”
Of course, as a global star,
every action and word she makes is bound to be scrutinized.
But—
when we look into Lisa’s Saju chart,
we can see that navigating delicate human relationships
might not be her strongest suit.
One of the key reasons lies in her Heavenly Stem of the Year Pillar (Nyeon-Gan)—
the Jeong-Hwa (丁火) element.
While this serves as her In-Seong (印星)—the star of intellect and nurturing—
it also suggests that her emotional regulation and sensitivity to others
may not come as naturally or strongly.
Of course,
it’s better to have it than not.
But let’s be honest—
there’s no such thing as a perfect Saju,
just as there’s no such thing as a perfect person.
And it’s precisely at this point
that the true value of K-Bazzi (Korean Four Pillars of Destiny) comes to light.
This ancient wisdom isn’t just about predicting fate—
it’s a tool for understanding people.
That moment of realization:
“Ah, so that’s why they act that way…”
When that insight sinks in,
we begin to let go of harsh judgments or resentment,
and instead, open ourselves to empathy and acceptance.
🌱 Saju is not a weapon to defeat others—
It’s a routine of understanding:
to know yourself better,
to respect others more deeply,
and to live with greater awareness.
True change—
doesn’t begin by forcing someone else to change.
It begins with how you see,
and how you respond.
What kind of life lies ahead for Lisa?
Will she one day meet someone special and get married?
Or will she, at some point, face a true turning point—a moment of crisis?
To be honest, even K-Bazzi (the Korean Four Pillars of Destiny)
can make short-term predictions like “this year?” or “maybe next year?”
And yes—major shifts in energy and timing are certainly visible.
But the force that leads those moments
toward happiness or hardship
ultimately lies in Lisa’s own routines.
Telling the full story of one person’s life
through a single post
is far more delicate and complex than it seems.
Even so, I’ll continue exploring the lives of remarkable individuals—
not for prediction alone,
but to share the depth and wisdom
that this beautiful tradition of K-Bazzi holds.
Thank you so much for following along
on this long journey into Lisa’s destiny.
I hope this post also gives you a quiet moment
to reflect on your own routine,
and perhaps—
to begin designing a life that feels more true to you. 🌿
