The Root of Gan-Zhi A Time-and-Structure Coordinate System Gan-Zhi links Heavenly Stems (qi in motion) with Earthly Branches (time and environment) to describe how energy meets context. Stems show intent and expression, while branches show where and when those intentions are tested, supported, or delayed. Read together, they turn abstract symbols into a structured map of timing and relationships. Use this hub to map Gan-Zhi relationships in order: start from the stem-or-branch rule, compare it with its nearest opposite, then return to the full chart. Gan-Zhi in Real Life Career & Wealth: This overview matters because Gan-Zhi rules are easiest to misuse when read in isolation. The hub lets you move from broad grammar into concrete rules like combinations, clashes, and triads without losing the full-chart frame. Love & Relationship: In relationship reading, this page works as a traffic map. It helps separate attraction, friction, seasonal reinforcement, and hidden tension before you decide what any one pairing means in a real chart. Personality: Treat this page as the cluster map for Gan-Zhi logic. Its value is not prediction by itself, but making the detailed rule pages easier to compare and much less likely to blur together. Health & Lifestyle: Use the overview to understand rhythm, pressure, and timing as structure signals. Then move into the matching rule page if you need the specific mechanic behind a combination or clash. Classic Consensus on Stems and Branches How to Use Gan-Zhi Start With The Relevant Rule Family: If the question is about stems, begin with Wu He or Xiang Chong. If it is about branches, begin with Liu He, Liu Chong, San He, or San Hui. Compare Support And Friction Side By Side: Read a cooperative rule and its nearest tension rule together. This prevents overly optimistic or overly negative interpretations. Return To Whole-Chart Judgment: After identifying the rule, go back to timing, strength, and the full pillar structure. Gan-Zhi rules are signals inside the chart, not standalone verdicts. Earthly Branch Relationship Quick Lookup Find San Hui, San He, Tu Ju, Liu He, Liu Chong, Liu Hai, Xiang Xing, and Liu Po for each branch. Branch San Hui San He Tu Ju Liu He Liu Chong Liu Hai Xiang Xing Liu Po Zi Hai-Zi-Chou Shen-Zi-Chen Chou Wu Wei Zi-Mao You Chou Hai-Zi-Chou Si-You-Chou Chen-Xu-Chou-Wei Zi Wei Wu Chou-Xu-Wei Chen Yin Yin-Mao-Chen Yin-Wu-Xu Hai Shen Si Yin-Si-Shen Hai Mao Yin-Mao-Chen Hai-Mao-Wei Xu You Chen Zi-Mao Wu Chen Yin-Mao-Chen Shen-Zi-Chen Chen-Xu-Chou-Wei You Xu Mao Chen Chou Si Si-Wu-Wei Si-You-Chou Shen Hai Yin Yin-Si-Shen Shen Wu Si-Wu-Wei Yin-Wu-Xu Wei Zi Chou Wu Mao Wei Si-Wu-Wei Hai-Mao-Wei Chen-Xu-Chou-Wei Wu Chou Zi Chou-Xu-Wei Xu Shen Shen-You-Xu Shen-Zi-Chen Si Yin Hai Yin-Si-Shen Si You Shen-You-Xu Si-You-Chou Chen Mao Xu You Zi Xu Shen-You-Xu Yin-Wu-Xu Chen-Xu-Chou-Wei Mao Chen You Chou-Xu-Wei Wei Hai Hai-Zi-Chou Hai-Mao-Wei Yin Si Shen Hai Yin Groups show the full set that the branch belongs to. Self-punishment is shown as the branch name. Relationship Type Reference Relation Category Tendency Strength Key traits Heavenly Stem Wu He Stem relations supportive medium Pairing with potential transformation when conditions are met Heavenly Stem Xiang Chong Stem relations challenging medium Opposition that triggers change and friction Earthly Branch Liu He Branch pairs supportive medium Affinity and cooperation between paired branches Earthly Branch Liu Chong Branch pairs challenging strong Direct clash and strong movement signals Earthly Branch Liu Hai Branch pairs challenging medium Hidden friction and slow drains Earthly Branch Liu Po Branch pairs challenging medium Breaks and instability in structure Earthly Branch Xiang Xing Branch pairs challenging medium Penalties including three groups, Zi-Mao, and self Earthly Branch An He Branch pairs mixed low to medium Subtle ties with school-dependent rules Earthly Branch San Hui Combination supportive strong Seasonal panels with clear momentum Earthly Branch Gong Hui Combination mixed medium Two-branch frame of a seasonal panel Earthly Branch San He Combination supportive strong Triads that can transform with timing support Earthly Branch Gong He Combination mixed medium Two-branch arch of a triad, missing the middle Earthly Branch Ban He Combination mixed low to medium Partial triads that need support to form Earthly Branch Tu Ju Combination mixed medium Earth bureau built from storage branches Tendency and strength are directional cues. Final outcomes depend on chart balance and season. Gan-Zhi FAQs Q: What should I read first from this overview? A: Start with the strongest rule page closest to your question: Wu He for stem combinations, Liu He for branch cooperation, or Liu Chong for direct branch conflict. Q: Should I treat every clash or combination as equally strong? A: No. This hub is here to help you compare rules, but their actual weight still depends on position, season, and the rest of the chart. Q: What should I click after this page? A: Move next into one of the core Gan-Zhi rule pages, then cross-check it with the relevant stem or branch overview so the rule stays anchored in the broader symbol system. Related Tools Heavenly Stems Wu He: start from the core stem-combination rule → Earthly Branches Liu He: review the main branch-combination rule → Earthly Branches Liu Chong: contrast cooperation with direct branch conflict → TIMEACTOR AI Bazi - Explore your chart structure and key signals in minutes. →