English · BaZi Term
Metal (金)
Structure and refinement — the contracting force of autumn.
Definition
Metal (金, jīn) is produced by Earth and produces Water; it is restrained by Fire and restrains Wood.
Meaning in a chart
Metal is the energy of contraction, structure, and refinement — the blade that cuts and the ore that is forged. It governs righteousness (義), discipline, determination, and the capacity to decide, organize, and let go. Its season is autumn and its direction is west.
Example
The Heavenly Stems 庚 (Yang Metal) and 辛 (Yin Metal) carry the Metal element. Earth 土 produces Metal, and Metal produces Water 水.
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FAQ
What does Metal (金) mean in BaZi?
Metal (金, jīn) is produced by Earth and produces Water; it is restrained by Fire and restrains Wood.
How is Metal (金) read in a BaZi chart?
Metal is the energy of contraction, structure, and refinement — the blade that cuts and the ore that is forged. It governs righteousness (義), discipline, determination, and the capacity to decide, organize, and let go. Its season is autumn and its direction is west.
What is an example of Metal (金)?
The Heavenly Stems 庚 (Yang Metal) and 辛 (Yin Metal) carry the Metal element. Earth 土 produces Metal, and Metal produces Water 水.