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[Diagram of Yunqi for Yichou Year]

Taiyin Shitu (Great Yin Damp Earth) governs the Si Tian (Heavenly Qi), and Taiyang Hanshui (Great Yang Cold Water) governs the Zai Quan (Earthly Qi). The Central Yun is Shaoshang Jin Yun (Lesser Shang Metal Movement). Since the year's Metal is insufficient, the Qi transformation operates later than the heavenly timing. Above, it meets Taiyin.
The Left Jian Qi (Intermediary Qi) is Yangming Zaojin (Bright Dry Metal).
(Coldness prevails.)
The grain of the intermediary period is named Taijiao grain; crops mature in late summer. In years of excess, high places are suitable; in years of deficiency, low places are suitable. In years of excess, harvest is late; in years of deficiency, harvest is early. This is the advantage of Earth and the transformation of Qi; the people's physiological Qi follows this pattern. Thus, Yin condenses above, and Cold accumulates below. Cold Water overcomes Fire.
In this year, Earth is the Heavenly Qi, and Water is the Earthly Qi. Earth can overcome Water. The Heavenly Qi is full, while the Earthly Qi is empty. However, the Central Yun is Metal. Heavenly Qi generates the Yun, and Yun generates the Earthly Qi. The three Qi interact harmoniously, leading to smooth transformation, so pathogenic factors are minimal. The Si Tian Qi is in excess. Due to the fullness of Heavenly Qi, one should select those from the source of transformation that are substantial to level the Earth Qi.
It is advisable to consume black grains to preserve true Qi, and grains of the intermediary Qi to protect essence. Use Bitter-Hot herbs to treat the upper part, Sweet-Hot herbs to treat the lower part, and Sour herbs to harmonize the middle. This serves to dry dampness and warm yang. If severe, employ diaphoresis or purgation. If neither is used, dampness will overflow externally, muscles will ulcerate, skin will crack, and water and blood will flow together. One must assist the Yang Fire to resist extreme cold. The Shaoshang Metal Yun corresponds with Cold transformation, so Hot transformation is appropriate. This is the proper method for medicine and diet. However, for Taiyin Si Tian Qi, since the Ben (Root) and Biao (Branch) are consistent, its transformation follows the Root, and its Qi is dominant.
Before the midpoint of the year, if seasonal rains arrive on time, it indicates harmony of Heavenly Administration manifesting as Rain transformation. If Dampness prevails excessively, heavy Yin spreads, and rain causes withering.
(Sour and Pungent flavors are indicated.)
After the midpoint of the year, the Earthly Qi is governed by Taiyang. Its transformation follows both Root and Branch. At this time, if Cold and Warmth are moderate, it signifies that both Root and Branch transformations are responding appropriately. If Cold...
(Sweet-Hot flavor is indicated.)
Metal Yun being deficient is called Congji Ji (Record of Following Change). Its movement manifests as Cool, Hot, and Cold alternations. If Summer has bright and oppressive steaming conditions, Winter will have strict and solemn responses. If Summer has...
(Diarrhea occurs.)
Heat, mouth...
(First Qi begins at the beginning of Si hour on the Great Cold day of Jiazi year, ending at the beginning of Mao hour on the Spring Equinox day of Yichou year. Total: 60 days and 87.5 ke. The Main Position is Taijiao Wood.)
(Guan pulse...)
Consume rice to preserve essence. Even if Wind transformation occurs, it cannot become pathogenic.
Second Qi starts from Mao Zheng (mid-Mao hour) on Spring Equinox day to Chou Zheng (mid-Chou hour) on Grain Full day. Total: slightly more than 60 days. Main Position is Shaozheng Fire, Guest Qi is Shaoyin Jun Fire, Central Yun is Metal. The year's Metal is deficient, matching Shaozheng. Furthermore, Fire occupies its proper position. The Qi of Jun Fire must rely on virtue-based transformation. Thus, the Great Fire is in command, objects receive transformation, and the people are peaceful. Epidemic febrile diseases prevail widely, affecting all distances. Dampness and steaming contend, and rain descends timely.
Treatment should address the Guest Qi of Shaoyin: tonify with Salty, drain with Sweet, and astringe with Sour. Consume ... grain to complete true Qi, and beans to preserve essence. Even if Fire transformation occurs, it cannot become pathogenic.
Third Qi starts from Yin Chu (early-Yin hour) on Grain Full day to Zi Chu (early-Zi hour) on Great Heat day. Total: slightly more than 60 days. Main Position is ... Taiyin Earth, Central Yun is Metal, Heaven ...
It is appropriate to treat the Guest Qi of Taiyin by tonifying with Sweet ... Pathogens cannot cause harm. Fourth Qi ...
Yang ... Fire, Central Yun is Metal. Earthly Qi begins to rise, Heavenly Qi is obstructed.
Yin spreads, completing Autumn regulations. People suffer from heat in interstices and sudden blood hemorrhage ...
Tonify with Salty, drain with Sweet, and ... with Salty. Consume black grains ...
Qi, starting from Hai Chu (early-Hai hour) on Autumn Equinox day to You Chu (early-You hour) on Light Snow day. Total ...
Metal resides in Metal position, same as the annual Yun. It is the Si Qi of the year. This is ... Frost falls early, grass and trees yellow and fall. Cold Qi reaches the body; people suffer from skin ...
Tonify, drain with Pungent, drain with Bitter. Consume black grains to complete ... This Qi. Medicines and foods should not violate the Coolness of Si Qi.
Final Qi, from ... Yu Water, Guest Qi is Taiyang Water, Central Yun is Metal. Water resides in Water position ... Great Transformation. Frost accumulates, Yin congeals, water freezes hard, sunlight does not ... Qi interaction leads to disease. The method is suitable for treating the Guest Qi of Taiyang with Bitter ... Complete true Qi, consume millet to preserve essence. Even if Cold transformation occurs, it cannot ... Of. When Taiyang Qi prevails, Taiyin must retaliate. The prevalence often lies in the year ...