Yi Hun: Four Pillars – Chapter 3, Section 3: Earthly Branches Self-Punishment of Chen, Wu, You, and Hai
This article, selected from “Yi Hun: Four Pillars,” deeply analyzes the Bazi concepts and formation conditions of Chen, Wu, You, and Hai self-punishment within Earthly Branches mutual punishment. It points out that self-punishment does not eliminate a Five Element, but rather signifies an excessive strength of the dominant Qi. The text elaborates on the priority relationship between self-punishment and harmonious combinations, and finally, through specific case studies, discusses the practical impact of self-punishment on the productive and destructive cycles of the Five Elements and real-life fortunes.

