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Yue Kong

The direction clashed by the heavenly stem of the month, taking the meaning of 'emptied out'. Traditionally, it was considered suitable for submitting memorials or repairing walls.

'Yue Kong' refers to the direction clashed by the heavenly stem of the current month. 'Clash' signifies change and emptiness, hence the image of being 'emptied out'. Traditionally, this day was considered somewhat special; almanacs would advise that it was suitable for submitting official documents, memorials, or for tasks like repairing and constructing walls. Its application is not as widespread as that of major auspicious deities and belongs to more specific favorable occasions.

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