2027 is the Ding Wei (丁未) year, the Fire Goat year. 9 Purple (九紫, traditionally a lucky star for happy events) enters the centre palace (中宮, the very middle of the home). It stands for happy occasions and new chances. Move ahead steadily and stay cheerful.
I’m Wangcai. Let’s explore the directions and months of this Ding Fire year.
2027 Lo Shu grid
Try a little warm colour and comfortable lighting.
Traditionally, keep the Tai Sui direction calm and tidy.
What does this mean?
Tai Sui (太歲), the traditional guardian spirit of the year
Signs linked to Tai Sui
Zodiac links · Four signs to explore
Read about the traditional links for your sign.
What does this mean?
These are traditional categories, with no prediction that an event will occur. Plan around your own needs.
Rat: have a 'harm' link with Tai Sui (害太歲) — traditionally a sign of small misunderstandings
Ox: clash with Tai Sui (沖太歲); have a 'punishment' link with Tai Sui (刑太歲) — traditionally a sign of friction
Goat: share Tai Sui's sign this year (值太歲)
Dog: have a 'break' link with Tai Sui (破太歲) — traditionally a sign of changing plans; have a 'punishment' link with Tai Sui (刑太歲) — traditionally a sign of friction
Elements of the Ding Wei year
Ding is Fire and Wei is Earth; Wei’s hidden stems also include Fire and Wood.
Wood · 1 · Hidden stems (stems within a branch): Yi
Fire · 2 · Year stem: Ding · Hidden stems (stems within a branch): Ding
Earth · 2 · Year branch: Wei · Hidden stems (stems within a branch): Ji
Metal · 0
Water · 0
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Elements of the Ding Wei year
Item
Value
Details
Wood
1
Hidden stems (stems within a branch): Yi
Fire
2
Year stem: Ding · Hidden stems (stems within a branch): Ding
Earth
2
Year branch: Wei · Hidden stems (stems within a branch): Ji
Metal
0
Water
0
Each year stem, year branch and hidden stem counts once. This is not a strength score.
5 Yellow through twelve solar months
5 Yellow moves each solar month. Select a month for its dates and guidance.
These are solar months, rather than calendar months. The twelfth starts in January 2028.
Happy events star 9 Purple (Fire)9 Purple (九紫, a star of joy). Good for celebrating and gathering. Add warm colors at home.9 Purple (九紫, a star of joy). Good for celebrating and gathering. Add warm colors at home.
Stay low-key Tai Sui (太歲)Tai Sui (太歲, the year's presiding spirit). Traditionally a year to stay calm. Keep routines and do good deeds.Tai Sui (太歲, the year's presiding spirit). Traditionally a year to stay calm. Keep routines and do good deeds.
2027 is the Ding Wei year, the Fire Goat year. The Heavenly Stem (天干, the year's top symbol) Ding is yin fire (a softer fire). The Earthly Branch (地支, the year's lower symbol) Wei belongs to earth. Fire feeds Earth (火生土). Traditionally this means warmth and strength gathered slowly. The year starts at Li Chun (立春, the solar term that opens spring). That is 9:46 a.m. on 4 February 2027. It ends at 3:31 p.m. on 4 February 2028. Lunar New Year falls on 6 February 2027. We are now in Period 9 (九運, 2024 to 2043, a fire-led cycle). Period 9 is fire-based, echoing the Ding fire. Be warm and enthusiastic this year, yet stay patient.
This year the 9 Purple star flies into the centre palace. 9 Purple traditionally signals celebrations, popularity and fresh starts. The overall mood tends to be lively and positive. But the north holds 5 Yellow (五黃, an area traditionally kept quiet). The west has 2 Black (二黑, a star traditionally linked to taking extra care with health), along with the Three Killings (三煞, an area traditionally kept still, not stirred). The southwest is the Tai Sui position (太歲, a direction traditionally respected that year). Each direction carries its own mix of luck. Keep your home airy and tidy. Rest sensibly and budget your spending. Meet each change of the year with a calm mind.
Nine palaces, nine perspectives
Select a palace to explore it
2027 Lo Shu grid
9 Purple (Fire) is in the centre; traditionally keep the North, with 5 Yellow, quiet.
Prosperity star 8 White (Earth)8 White (八白, a star of wealth in tradition). Tidy your budget. Build steady saving habits.8 White (八白, a star of wealth in tradition). Tidy your budget. Build steady saving habits.
The southeast holds 8 White (八白, a star linked to wealth and plenty) this year. We are in Period 9 (2024 to 2043). 8 White is not the ruling star right now. Keep the southeast bright, dry and tidy. Place a desk here or organise important items. Treat it as a cultural image of plenty and stability.
South
Study star 4 Green (Wood)4 Green (四綠, a star of study and papers). Good for reading, exams, and handling documents.4 Green (四綠, a star of study and papers). Good for reading, exams, and handling documents.
The south holds 4 Green (四綠), the star of Wen Chang (文昌, study and reputation) this year. With soft light and a quiet setting, it suits a study or reading corner. Keep books and stationery there, with a tidy desk. This symbolises smooth study and clear thinking.
Southwest
Career discipline star 6 White (Metal)6 White (六白, a star of work and discipline). Good for planning your work. Exercise to feel strong.6 White (六白, a star of work and discipline). Good for planning your work. Exercise to feel strong.
The southwest holds 6 White (六白, a star linked to career and authority) this year. It counts as an auspicious spot. But it is also the Tai Sui position, spanning 202.5 to 217.5 degrees. Keep this area still rather than busy. Avoid digging or renovation here. Keep it stable and tidy as a sign of respect.
East
Social sparkle star 7 Red (Metal)7 Red (七赤, a star of talk and fun). Gatherings may be lively. Keep spending in check.7 Red (七赤, a star of talk and fun). Gatherings may be lively. Keep spending in check.
The east holds 7 Red (七赤, a star linked to loss and disputes) this year. It is a star past its prime. Keep this area simple. Do not stack clutter or sharp-cornered items here. Clean it regularly. Handle things with a calm mind to cut needless waste.
Centre
Happy events star 9 Purple (Fire)9 Purple (九紫, a star of joy). Good for celebrating and gathering. Add warm colors at home.9 Purple (九紫, a star of joy). Good for celebrating and gathering. Add warm colors at home.
The centre palace holds the 9 Purple star this year. Traditionally it stands for celebrations, marriage luck and a good name. It is seen as the lucky star of the current period. Keep the middle of your home bright and airy. Do not pile up clutter there; tidy it often. Clear walkways are said to let happy energy circulate.
West
Rest-well star 2 Black (Earth)2 Black (二黑, traditionally a wellbeing star). Keep a steady sleep routine. Keep this spot quiet and clean.2 Black (二黑, traditionally a wellbeing star). Keep a steady sleep routine. Keep this spot quiet and clean.
The west holds 2 Black this year. Traditionally it suggests taking extra care with health. It is also the Three Killings area. Keep this spot airy, bright, clean and neat. Avoid clutter piles or constant noise here. Rest well and take more breaks; body and mind tend to feel steadier.
Northeast
Speak calmly star 3 Jade (Wood)3 Jade (三碧, a star of quarrels). Talk gently. Don't let arguments heat up.3 Jade (三碧, a star of quarrels). Talk gently. Don't let arguments heat up.
The northeast holds 3 Jade (三碧, a star linked to arguments and gossip) this year. It is also the Year Breaker (歲破, the direction opposite Tai Sui) position. Tidy and organise this zone; keep it clean and neat. At home, talk more and argue less. Leave some room in what you say; most disputes can then end on good terms.
North
Keep-quiet star 5 Yellow (Earth)5 Yellow (五黃, an area traditionally kept quiet). Skip digging or big repairs here. Keep it tidy.5 Yellow (五黃, an area traditionally kept quiet). Skip digging or big repairs here. Keep it tidy.
The north holds 5 Yellow this year. Traditionally it signals delays and bumps, so give this area extra care. Keep it quiet and tidy in daily life. Avoid digging or major renovation here. Clear clutter promptly to reduce disturbance. Stillness suits this spot.
Northwest
Social and sharp-mind star 1 White (Water)1 White (一白, a star of charm and clarity). Good for study and mingling. Thinking feels clearer.1 White (一白, a star of charm and clarity). Good for study and mingling. Thinking feels clearer.
The northwest holds 1 White (一白, a star linked to popularity, communication and wisdom) this year. Keep this area bright and fresh. It suits a corner for chatting, hosting guests or reading. Keep in touch with family and friends. It symbolises good relationships growing bit by bit.
Three areas to keep calm
In the 2027 Ding Wei (丁未) year, Tai Sui, sits in the southwest, the Wei direction (未), from 202.5 to 217.5 degrees. The Year Breaker (歲破, the direction opposite Tai Sui) is in the northeast, the Chou direction (丑). The Three Killings (三煞) are in the west: Shen, You and Xu (申酉戌). Traditionally, these directions are best kept still and quiet during the year. Avoid major digging, renovation or constant noise here. Keeping them tidy and settled is enough. The signs linked to Tai Sui this year (犯太歲, when a sign connects with the year's Tai Sui): people born in the Year of the Rat have a 'harm' link with Tai Sui (害太歲) — traditionally a sign of small misunderstandings. Ox people clash with Tai Sui (沖太歲). They also have a 'punishment' link with Tai Sui (刑太歲) — traditionally a sign of friction. Goat people share Tai Sui's sign this year (值太歲), as their sign matches the year. Dog people have a 'break' link with Tai Sui (破太歲) — traditionally a sign of changing plans. They also have a 'punishment' link, traditionally a sign of friction. Horse people are in Six Harmony (六合) with Tai Sui, the Wu and Wei pairing (午未). Rabbit and Pig people are in Three Harmony (三合) with Tai Sui, the Hai, Mao and Wei group (亥卯未).
By custom, people linked to Tai Sui may visit a temple early in the year to worship Tai Sui (拜太歲), also called settling Tai Sui (安太歲). They pray for a smooth year ahead. At the year's end they return to thank Tai Sui (還太歲), completing what they began. Worshipping Tai Sui is a folk custom for seeking blessings. The heart of it is peace of mind, and a reminder to act with care. In a Tai Sui year, it is good to do more kind deeds. Keep regular hours and steady moods. Think one extra step before big decisions. A calm heart is a blessing in itself.
Stay low-key Tai Sui (太歲)Tai Sui (太歲, the year's presiding spirit). Traditionally a year to stay calm. Keep routines and do good deeds.Tai Sui (太歲, the year's presiding spirit). Traditionally a year to stay calm. Keep routines and do good deeds.
Southwest202.5–217.5°
Rethink big changes Sui Po (歲破)Sui Po (歲破, the year-breaker, opposite Tai Sui). More ups and downs. Think once more before big decisions.Sui Po (歲破, the year-breaker, opposite Tai Sui). More ups and downs. Think once more before big decisions.
Northeast22.5–37.5°
Skip the digging Three Killings (三煞)San Sha (三煞, a traditional harsh direction). Avoid ground work or renovation there. Quiet is best.San Sha (三煞, a traditional harsh direction). Avoid ground work or renovation there. Quiet is best.
The Nine Palace Flying Stars (九宮飛星, stars mapped on a nine-square grid in feng shui) move monthly as well. Beyond the yearly chart, the stars rearrange at each solar term, landing in new spots. Favourable and tricky directions differ month by month. To catch each month's key points, keep an eye on the monthly luck page. Check the latest star layout. Adjust home care and routines in good time. Following the monthly flow (流月, each month's luck) helps you move with ease.
Keep the home airy and tidy every day. Give special care to the centre of the home and the lucky areas. Let the energy field (氣場, the mood of a space) flow more smoothly.
Keep regular hours. Sleep early and rise early. Add some light stretching or a short walk. This helps you keep a good state of mind.
Set a simple budget each month. Build the habit of recording spending and saving. Then you know where the money goes.
Take a deep breath before you speak. In any quarrel, take a small step back first. Ending on good terms matters most.
Give the home a deep clean once early in the year. Focus on the Tai Sui, Year Breaker and Three Killings areas. Keep them clean and tidy.
