Eight Trigrams

Fundamental Directions and Their Representations in Premises and Offices

In traditional Chinese metaphysics, each direction holds unique attributes, influencing health, energy, and environmental balance. Below is a refined breakdown of the eight directions, their elemental associations, health implications, and symbolic representations.

Eight Trigrams & Their Corresponding Elements

Trigram Chinese Element Symbolism

☰ Qian 乾 Heaven Metal Creativity, Leadership

☷ Kun 坤 Earth Earth Nurturing, Stability

☵ Kan 坎 Water Water Wisdom, Challenges

☲ Li 離 Fire Fire Passion, Energy

☳ Zhen 震 Thunder Wood Action, Growth

☶ Gen 艮 Mountain Earth Calmness, Stability

☴ Xun 巽 Wind Wood Flexibility, Movement

☱ Dui 兑 Swamp Small Metal Loss, Communication

Health Implications by Direction

Direction Trigram Associated Body Parts

South ☰ Qian Head, bones, lungs, large intestine

North ☷ Kun Abdomen, spleen, digestive system, skin

Northeast ☳ Zhen Legs, feet, hair, liver

Southwest ☴ Xun Thighs, gallbladder, breasts, energy flow

West ☵ Kan Ears, blood, kidneys, bladder, reproductive system

East ☲ Li Eyes, small intestine, circulatory system

Northwest ☶ Gen Hands, arms, nervous system, nose, spine

Southeast ☱ Dui Mouth, teeth, throat, respiratory system

Detailed Trigram Descriptions

☵ Kan (坎) – Water (1)

Symbolizing depth, wisdom, and challenges. Represents ears, kidneys, blood, and lymphatic system. In family dynamics, it signifies the second son or a middle-aged man.

☷ Kun (坤) – Earth (2)

Represents nurturing, stability, and support. Connected to reproductive organs, digestion, stomach, and spleen. Symbolizes the mother or an elderly woman.

☳ Zhen (震) – Thunder (3)

Signifies sudden changes and growth. Associated with liver, legs, neck, and nerves. Represents the eldest son in a family.

☴ Xun (巽) – Wind (4)

Symbolizing flexibility and movement. Linked to thighs, buttocks, and neck. Represents the eldest daughter.

☰ Qian (乾) – Heaven (6)

Represents leadership, strength, and creativity. Affects lungs, head, bones, and mental clarity. Symbolizes the father.

☱ Dui (兑) – Swamp (7)

Associated with loss, theft, and misfortune. Relates to mouth, teeth, and throat. Represents the youngest daughter.

☶ Gen (艮) – Mountain (8)

Symbolizes stability and resilience. Governs hands, fingers, and backbone. Represents the youngest son.

☲ Li (离) – Fire (9)

Represents energy, passion, and enlightenment. Influences heart and eyes. Symbolizes the second daughter or a middle-aged woman.