Worship Tai Sui, the five-element balancing technique in traditional culture
Hua Tai Sui is an important folk belief in traditional Chinese culture, which integrates the astronomical calendar, Taoist culture and the psychological appeal of seeking good luck and avoiding evil. Tai Sui was originally the timing coordinate set by the ancients to observe the movement of the virtual “year star” (Jupiter). Jupiter’s revolution period is about 12 years . The ancients divided the ecliptic into twelve times and created the “year-star chronology”. Later, in order to avoid actual observation errors, the Stems and Branches Chronology System was created.
Since the Han Dynasty, Tai Sui has gradually been endowed with personal divine attributes, and has become the “Mid-year Emperor”, in charge of good and bad luck in the world. “Xie Ji Bian Fang Shu” records: “Tai Sui, the image of the king, leads the gods and rectifies the direction.” After being personified and deified, he became a god who specifically takes charge of annual affairs in the human world - “Tai Sui Xingjun” . Tai Sui Xingjun
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In the Taoist pantheon and folk beliefs, Tai Sui Xingjun is endowed with extremely high authority:
“The Son of Heaven” or “The Lord of the Years”:
It is regarded as the highest god on duty that year, and governs affairs on behalf of heaven. It is in charge of the good and bad luck of the world, climate, farming, and even the ups and downs of personal fortunes in that year. Just like the ancient emperor patrolling the four directions, Tai Sui Xingjun “sit and guard” the direction of the current year (that is, the Tai Sui side in the fleeting years), possessing absolute majesty.
The god of “supervision” and “supervision”:
Tai Sui Xingjun has the responsibility of supervision and will record people’s good and evil deeds in that year and exert influence accordingly. “Three Ming Tonghui” says: “Tai Sui is the emperor in his middle years, so he cannot violate it, and it will be bad if he violates it.” The “violation” here refers to violating its position in space, and also refers to disobeying the way of heaven in behavior.
“Tai Sui of the year” and “Tai Sui of the natal year”:
Taisui: There is one person every year, there are sixty people in total, corresponding to sixty years. For example, in the Bingwu year of 2026, Taisui star Jun Wenzhe will be the general. Each Tai Sui Xingjun has a name, a surname, and a historical or legendary prototype. Most of them are loyal, filial, and righteous people, and they are canonized as gods after their death. Ben Ming Tai Sui: Refers to the year of Tai Sui in the year of birth (birth year) of an individual. It is considered to be one of the “patron saints” of an individual’s life.
The image of Tai Sui Xingjun combines multiple symbolic meanings:
Personification of time: Transforming the ruthlessly passing, abstract time into a concrete god that can be communicated and prayed for embodies the wisdom of reconciliation with time in the idea of "unity of man and nature". Incarnation of order: He represents the annual order and rules that cannot be violated in the universe and the world. The so-called “when Tai Sui sits on the head, there will be no joy and fear of disaster”, which emphasizes the respect for the laws of nature and social ethics. Executor of Yin Yang and Five Elements: Each year’s Heavenly Stems and Earthly Branches correspond to specific Five Elements Qi. Tai Sui Xingjun is regarded as the commander and executor of the five elements of the year. The relationship between the personal horoscope and the five elements of the year is reflected in the fortune in the form of “offending Tai Sui”.
The core of the relationship between people and Tai Sui Xingjun is “respect” and “harmony”:
Do not “offend” : that is, do not conflict with its position in space, be cautious in your words and deeds, and accumulate more good deeds. You can “worship”: Through the ceremony of “worshiping Tai Sui” (An Tai Sui), you can express your awe, pray for protection, and communicate information in order to obtain understanding and blessing. Pursue “transformation” and “smoothness”: When there are “confrontations” in numerology, resolve them through methods such as worshiping Tai Sui, regulating the five elements, and accumulating virtue and doing good deeds. The ultimate goal is to comply with the luck of the year and turn resistance into help. The deep logic of “offending Tai Sui”
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Traditional culture believes that there are five special relationships between a person’s zodiac sign and the earthly branches:
The value of Tai Sui (the year of birth): If the year of the dragon is the year of the dragon, it will happen
Opposition to Tai Sui (Six Earthly Branches): Like a dragon and a dog
Xing Tai Sui (square punishment between earthly branches): like a dragon punishing itself
Harm to Tai Sui (six harms of earthly branches): like dragon and rabbit harming each other
Breaking Tai Sui (the Earthly Branches breaking each other): Like the dragon and ox breaking each other
These relationships are based on the theory of yin and yang and the five elements in the Book of Changes, symbolizing the interaction between an individual’s energy field and the fate of heaven and earth of the year.
The custom of transforming Tai Sui is essentially a life practice of the Chinese philosophy of “harmony between man and nature”. From a scientific perspective, it can be understood as: Through self-examination, behavioral adjustment and environmental optimization at specific time points, the combination of psychological construction and annual planning is achieved.
As shown in the “Huangdi Neijing” “Nourish Yang in spring and summer, nourish Yin in autumn and winter”, adjusting the body and mind in accordance with the laws of time is the wisdom legacy left by traditional culture to today’s people.
In contemporary practice, we can adopt its spiritual core of “respecting heaven and loving people, being prudent in beginning and ending”, transforming folk rituals into cultural opportunities for self-summarization and planning for the future, and achieving the true state of “unity of Taoism and Taoism” in traditional culture.
Tai Sui time
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The “duty” time of Tai Sui Xingjun has clear and strict regulations in traditional culture, which is mainly based on the chronology of the stems and branches and the solar term system.
The core time node is: starting from the beginning of spring, running through the whole year, and handing over to the beginning of spring of the following year.
Official appointment and handover period: Beginning of Spring (approximately February 3-5 in the Gregorian calendar)
Precise time: the beginning of spring every year (accurate to the minute and second). From this moment on, the heavenly stems, earthly branches, and five elements of the new year officially take effect, and the new Tai Sui Xingjun begins to take charge of the affairs of the year.
Important activities: This is the earliest time to start the ceremony of “worshiping Tai Sui and praying for Tai Sui”. From the beginning of spring, you can pray to the new Tai Sui Xingjun.
Main duty period: the entire Lunar New Year period (from the first day of the first lunar month to the end of the year)
Folk custom practice period: Although the beginning of spring has theoretically taken office, the large-scale and customary folk “worship Tai Sui” activities are mainly concentrated between the first day of the first lunar month and the fifteenth day of the first lunar month (Lantern Festival), especially around the eighth day of the first lunar month (Shunxing Festival), which is considered an auspicious day to worship Tai Sui.
Throughout the whole year: Tai Sui Xingjun’s “jurisdiction” covers the entire solar return year from the beginning of spring this year to the beginning of the next year.
Resignation and gratitude period: before the beginning of spring (especially after the 24th day of the twelfth lunar month)
On the eve of the handover: Before the beginning of spring the following year, the Tai Sui Xingjun of that year is still in office.
Important activity: This is the necessary time to “Thank Tai Sui” (also known as “Send Tai Sui” and “Repay Tai Sui”). It is usually performed after the “send off to the gods” on the 24th day of the twelfth lunar month and before the beginning of spring to thank Tai Sui for his protection throughout the year. It has a beginning and an end and completes the ritual cycle.
For example: Taking the Tai Sui duty time in 2026 (Bingwu year) as follows:
🕐 Core time node
Officially taking office: February 4, 2026 (the sixteenth day of the twelfth lunar month in the Bingwu year of the lunar calendar) from the beginning of spring.
The term ends: February 3, 2027 (the twenty-seventh day of the twelfth lunar month in the Dingwei year of the lunar calendar) before the beginning of spring.
Note: Since the beginning of spring is the dividing point between the zodiac and the zodiac, the power transfer of Tai Sui Xingjun also occurs at this time, not the first day of the first lunar month.
📅 Time window for important folk activities
After understanding the duty cycle, the folk activities related to it will have a clear timetable:
Worship Tai Sui (An Tai Sui)
The best period: after February 4, 2026 (beginning of spring), to the fifteenth day of the first lunar month (Lantern Festival). Among them, the time around the “Shunxing Festival” on the eighth day of the first lunar month is particularly traditional.
Explanation: In theory, you can visit the shrine all year round after the beginning of spring, but praying at the beginning of the new year has a more auspicious meaning.
Thank Tai Sui (give Tai Sui a gift)
必要时期：在2027年2月3日（下一个立春）之前完成。
Recommended time: It is usually performed after the “Send-off Day” on the 24th day of the twelfth lunar month in 2026 in the lunar calendar to express gratitude to Tai Sui for his protection throughout the year.
And so on.
Zodiac signs to pay attention to in 2026
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In 2026 (the “Year of the Red Horse” in Bingwu), four zodiac signs violate Tai Sui. Among them, those born in the year of the Horse will have the most turbulent fortune. The specific influences and folk custom precautions are shown in the following table: Horse: It is worth Tai Sui (birth year) and is also punished by Tai Sui
Your fortune will be the most ups and downs, and you will be prone to emotional instability and changes, so you need to guard against gossip and official scandals. Special note: Due to the “excessive fire” in 2026, the traditional custom of wearing red in the animal year needs to be adjusted. It is not advisable to wear red all over the body to avoid “adding fuel to the fire”. Instead, you can wear metal jewelry or choose blue or black clothes to balance it.
Rat: Chong Tai Sui
Opposition represents big changes, and all aspects of life, such as career and residence, are prone to changes, so you need to prevent damage. Folklore believes that a small amount of red items (such as red rope) can be used as a buffer.
Cow: Harmful to Tai Sui
You are prone to disputes, frame-ups or poor communication in interpersonal relationships. You also need to pay attention to your gastrointestinal health. You can also use a small amount of red to prevent villains.
Rabbit: Break Tai Sui
“Broken” means destruction. Interpersonal relationships and cooperation are prone to breakdown. Emotionally, you need to guard against competitors. If you are easily emotionally unstable, you can use red to stabilize your mind.
Additional explanation about the “Po Tai Sui” zodiac sign
*It is worth noting that different schools have slightly different opinions on whether the zodiac rabbit is guilty of Tai Sui. Some people (as shown in the table) believe that people born in the Year of the Rabbit are “violating Tai Sui”, but others do not include them in the list of major Tai Sui offenders. This difference is due to the different schools of numerology, and you can refer to it according to the system you believe in. *
Zodiac signs that require extra attention
In addition to the above four zodiac signs, some opinions believe that:
Zodiac of Sheep: Some people point out that people born in the year of Sheep will be “poor Tai Sui” in 2026, so they need to pay attention to their plans being disrupted. But at the same time, the “Liuhe” of Sheep and Horse is the noble zodiac sign in 2026, and the fortune is very strong. Therefore, the fortune of people born in the Year of the Sheep may be complicated by changes in auspiciousness and hiddenness. Zodiac of Rooster: There is also a saying that people born in the year of Rooster also belong to “Po Tai Sui”.
All in all, the zodiac animals that need to be paid attention to in 2026 are Horse, Rat, Ox, and Rabbit , among which those born in the Year of the Horse need to be particularly cautious. Since the fire energy is extremely strong this year, you need to pay attention to the balance of the five elements. **Folklore views aim to provide a cultural reference and psychological comfort. Maintaining a positive attitude and acting prudently in life is the best “luck guarantee”. **
Do we need to worship Tai Sui if we don’t violate Tai Sui?
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Traditionally, it is not necessary to worship Tai Sui if you do not violate Tai Sui (that is, there is no relationship between the fleeting year and your own zodiac sign such as punishment, conflict, harm, destruction, or value). However, in modern practice, selective participation also has profound positive significance.
1. From the perspective of orthodox etiquette and folk customs: you don’t have to pray
The principle of “no disturbance, no debt”: Traditionally, Tai Sui God is regarded as the “Emperor in the middle of the year”, who is in charge of the timing and good and bad luck of the year. If you do not “offend” Him (that is, do not violate Tai Sui), it is as if the people have not violated the law, and there is no need to specifically plead guilty or seek help from the superior. Just keep a normal mind, be cautious in your words and deeds, and live respectfully.
“The way of heaven has no relatives, but always associates with good people”: This is the core idea of "Tao Te Ching". God’s protection (or the law of good luck) is not partial, but always accompanies virtuous and good people. Therefore, daily self-cultivation and virtue accumulation are far more fundamental than the rituals of a specific year. A person with good conduct and a peaceful mind can better comply with the laws of heaven and turn bad luck into good fortune in any year.
The original meaning of sacrifice is “reverence” rather than “bribery”: the core of ancient sacrifices to the gods of heaven and earth was to express awe and gratitude, rather than utilitarian transactions. If you don’t violate Tai Sui and forcefully worship, if your mind is not right (just seeking extra benefits), you will lose the foundation of “sincerity and respect”.
2. From the perspective of broad culture and mental cultivation: it is also possible to worship, and it is meaningful
Modern people’s participation in “worshiping Tai Sui” has long gone beyond the single purpose of “resolving conflicts” and has become an annual spiritual ritual and cultural practice. Therefore, participation by those who do not commit Tai Sui can be understood as:
“Thank you Tai Sui” - Gratitude and farewell:
This is a very important but often overlooked aspect. If you worshiped Tai Sui last year, regardless of whether you violated Tai Sui or not, you should have a “Thank you Tai Sui” ceremony at the end of the year or around the beginning of spring to thank the gods for their protection throughout the year. This is the embodiment of having a beginning and an end, knowing kindness and observing etiquette.
“An Tai Sui” or “Pray for Tai Sui” - Prayer and planning:
Praying for a smooth new year: Although there is no offense, everyone hopes that the new year will be safe and smooth. When worshiping the Tai Sui God, you can pray sincerely and regard the Tai Sui God as your protector, praying for a peaceful home, a stable career, and good health throughout the year.
Strengthen the awareness of “Shun Tianshi”: through rituals, let yourself have a solemn time node at the end of the year and the beginning of the year to conduct self-summary and New Year planning. This is essentially respect and compliance with the “natural timing” and a daily practice of the concept of “unity of nature and man”.
Use rituals to adjust your mentality and environment: worshiping Tai Sui, understanding the direction of Tai Sui that year and keeping it clean are also beneficial environmental adjustments.
3. Suggestion: Choose wisely
Put reason first: Understand that the core of “worshiping Tai Sui” is “respecting God, cultivating oneself, and following the times” rather than superstition or fear. Virtue is fundamental and ritual is auxiliary.
Be at ease:
If there is no such custom or intention, those who do not violate Tai Sui may not worship. Focusing on daily life and work, doing good deeds and accumulating virtue are the best “talismans”.
If you feel something in your heart, or want to experience traditional culture, or want peace of mind for the New Year, or if you made a wish last year and will fulfill it this year, then it is also a very positive thing to visit the shrine with a mentality of gratitude, prayer, and self-examination.
Pay attention to connotation: More important than rituals, at the beginning of the new year, take the initiative to plan your life, adjust bad habits, be kind to others, and be filial to your parents. This is the key to truly grasping your own “luck”.
There is no rule to violate Tai Sui, and there is no “must” to worship Tai Sui. However, with a pious and grateful heart, performing the ritual of thanking and praying for blessings is also a beautiful thing that inherits the ancient customs and cultivates the mind. The wisdom of traditional Chinese culture focuses on the “doctrine of the mean” and “contingency”. Only by knowing its principles, understanding its heart, and then acting appropriately can one obtain its true meaning. Ultimately, all external rituals are aimed at returning inner peace and the power to do good.
2026 Horse Suggestions
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The “Year of the Red Horse” in Bingwu in 2026 will have the greatest impact on people born in the Year of the Horse, as they will encounter the dual pressures of “worth Tai Sui” (the year of birth) and “Xing Tai Sui” (self-punishment at noon). In addition, the fleeting stem and branch “Bingwu” both belong to fire, forming a pattern of “fire, fire and earth dryness”, which can easily lead to emotional agitation, decision-making errors, and health loss.
The core solution principle: use “metal” to release fire and generate water, use “water” to directly adjust the climate, and assist “earth” to consume fire, so as to achieve the balance of the five elements. Any further enhancement of the “fire” element (such as being covered in red) should be avoided.
Specific Five Element Balance Method
Clothing and Wear
Wear more white, gold, and silver clothes (metal belongs to gold). Wear metal jewelry (such as gold, silver, platinum jewelry). Wear jade or emerald (earth-born gold, which gently releases fire). Use black and blue accessories (which belong to Water, such as scarves and wallets).
Gold: Vent excessive anger. Water: directly adjusts to dryness and heat.
Avoid red and purple colors all over the body (it belongs to fire and will aggravate the imbalance).
Environment and Layout
Place metal objects (such as copper tripods, metal ornaments, white crystals) in the northwest (stem position, which belongs to gold) and due west (double position, which belongs to gold) of the office or residence. Place a fish tank, water feature or black decoration in the true north (Kan position, belonging to water) of your home. Use more white, beige, and yellow furniture or bedding (which belong to gold and earth). You can carry an ornament with the metal zodiac sign “Sheep” (Sheep is not earth, and is in Liuhe with Wu Horse, and earth can release fire).
Activate the energy of gold and water directions to form a stable aura.
Don’t pile up red items or electrical appliances in the south (off position, belonging to fire).
Food and daily routine
Eat more “gold” food: such as white food (lily, yam, white fungus), spicy food (in moderation). Eat more “water” foods: black foods (black beans, black sesame seeds), seafood, and soups. Maintain regular work and rest to protect the kidneys (water organ).
Nourish the gold and water systems through diet.
Avoid excessive consumption of “fire” foods such as barbecue, hot pot, and spicy food.
Special reminder
Comprehensiveness is the top priority, mentality is the root
- Comprehensive use of methods: The above methods are combined for better results. For example, while wearing metal jewelry, place a fish tank in the north of the home.
- The root lies in the mind: all external adjustments are auxiliary, and the core is to remain calm, humble, and do good deeds. Fire is strong in the Bingwu year, which is essentially a test of “heart fire”. Maintaining emotional stability is the highest level of resolution.
- Tai Sui Worship Ceremony: During the first month of the lunar calendar, performing the “An Tai Sui” ceremony is the traditional core method to resolve the year of birth.
In short, 2026 is a year of “cultivating the heart and tempering the nature” for those born in the Year of the Horse. Through active balance of the five elements, excessive “fire” energy can be transformed into creativity and action, so that danger can be turned into safety.
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