Today’s date is the 14th of September 2024, and it happens to be the 12th of August according to the lunar calendar. It is also known as the day of the Black-Robed Zodiac.
Today is the Tân Tỵ day, in the month of Quý Dậu and the year of Giáp Thìn, which falls under the solar term of Bạch Lộ. Today is the Chế Nhật (Hung) day, where Yin Fire clashes with Yin Metal. There tends to be conflict between the Earth Branch and the Heavenly Stem, making it an inauspicious day. Hence, it is advisable to refrain from embarking on major projects as they may encounter challenges and require more effort.
Lucky and Unlucky Ages for Today
Ages that are compatible with the day: Born in the years of the Ox and Rooster.
Ages that are incompatible with the day: Born in the years of the Ất Hợi, Kỷ Hợi, and Ất Tỵ.
Today is a relatively auspicious day
Recommended and Inadvisable Activities
Recommended activities: Today is favorable for conducting rituals, healing, and resolving disputes or legal matters. These endeavors will be blessed with good fortune and ease.
Inadvisable activities: It is best to avoid projects such as pouring concrete, breaking ground, weddings, funerals, long-distance travel, roofing, construction, home repairs, trading, grand openings, launching a new store or shop, seeking financial gains, or moving into a new home.
Auspicious and Inauspicious Hours
Auspicious hours:
– Hour of the Ox (01:00-03:00): Ngọc Đường. Favorable for all endeavors except those related to mud and kitchens. Particularly beneficial for paperwork, official documents, and academic pursuits.
– Hour of the Dragon (07:00-09:00): Tư Mệnh. All undertakings are auspicious.
– Hour of the Horse (11:00-13:00): Thanh Long. Auspicious for all activities and tops the chart among the auspicious hours.
– Hour of the Goat (13:00-15:00): Minh Đường. Advantageous for meeting dignitaries and seeking promotions.
– Hour of the Dog (19:00-21:00): Kim Quỹ. Favorable for weddings.
– Hour of the Pig (21:00-23:00): Kim Đường. Smooth sailing for all undertakings.
Inauspicious hours:
– Hour of the Rat (23:00-01:00): Bạch Hổ. Inauspicious for all activities except hunting and religious rituals.
– Hour of the Tiger (03:00-05:00): Thiên Lao. Unfavorable for most endeavors, except for subduing spirits and deities (in religious beliefs).
– Hour of the Rabbit (05:00-07:00): Nguyên Vũ. Incompatible with legal disputes and social interactions.
– Hour of the Snake (09:00-11:00): Câu Trận. Highly inauspicious for moving homes, construction, and funerals.
– Hour of the Monkey (15:00-17:00): Thiên Hình. Strongly inadvisable for legal disputes.
– Hour of the Rooster (17:00-19:00): Chu Tước. Avoid arguments and legal disputes during this hour.
Travel Recommendations for Today
Divine Guidance: Today is not conducive to travel or financial endeavors, as challenges, expenses, and the risk of failure are heightened.
Fortunate Direction: Travel southwest to invite blessings from the Gods of Happiness and Wealth.
Auspicious Hours for Travel:
1. Hour of the Rat (23:00-01:00): Đại An. Seek wealth by traveling west or south. Peaceful journey. All undertakings will be smooth.
2. Hour of the Ox (01:00-03:00): Tốc Hỷ. Joy is approaching. Seek wealth by traveling south. Peaceful journey. The beginning of the hour is more favorable than the end.
3. Hour of the Tiger (03:00-05:00): Lưu Niên. Difficult to achieve desired goals. Beware of slander and gossip. Take it slow with paperwork, government matters, and legal issues.
4. Hour of the Rabbit (05:00-07:00): Xích Khẩu. Prone to conflicts and quarrels. Postpone travel if possible.
5. Hour of the Dragon (07:00-09:00): Tiểu Các. Lucky journey. Grand openings, trading, and transactions are prosperous. Everything flows smoothly, and harmony prevails.
6. Hour of the Snake (09:00-11:00): Tuyệt Lộ. Seeking wealth is unfavorable, and the journey may be fraught with obstacles.
7. Hour of the Horse (11:00-13:00): Đại An. Seek wealth by traveling west or south. Peaceful journey. All undertakings will be smooth.
8. Hour of the Goat (13:00-15:00): Tốc Hỷ. Joy is approaching. Seek wealth by traveling south. Peaceful journey. The beginning of the hour is more favorable than the end.
9. Hour of the Monkey (15:00-17:00): Lưu Niên. Difficult to achieve desired goals. Beware of slander and gossip. Take it slow with paperwork, government matters, and legal issues.
10. Hour of the Rooster (17:00-19:00): Xích Khẩu. Prone to conflicts and quarrels. Postpone travel if possible.
11. Hour of the Dog (19:00-21:00): Tiểu Các. Lucky journey. Grand openings, trading, and transactions are prosperous. Everything flows smoothly, and harmony prevails.
12. Hour of the Pig (21:00-23:00): Tuyệt Lộ. Seeking wealth is unfavorable, and the journey may be fraught with obstacles.
(*) The above information is for reference only and is subject to individual interpretation.
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