English · BaZi Term
Stem Clash (天干沖)
Two Heavenly Stems oppose — 天干沖.
Definition
Stem Clash (天干沖, tiāngān chōng) is a direct opposition between two Heavenly Stems of clashing element and polarity, e.g. 甲 and 庚.
Meaning in a chart
It marks tension and confrontation at the 'visible' Stem level — conflicts of will, direct opposition, and pressure between the forces the Stems represent.
Example
甲 and 庚 form a 天干沖 (Stem Clash) of Wood against Metal; read for open, head-on tension.
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FAQ
What does Stem Clash (天干沖) mean in BaZi?
Stem Clash (天干沖, tiāngān chōng) is a direct opposition between two Heavenly Stems of clashing element and polarity, e.g. 甲 and 庚.
How is Stem Clash (天干沖) read in a BaZi chart?
It marks tension and confrontation at the 'visible' Stem level — conflicts of will, direct opposition, and pressure between the forces the Stems represent.
What is an example of Stem Clash (天干沖)?
甲 and 庚 form a 天干沖 (Stem Clash) of Wood against Metal; read for open, head-on tension.