The 12 Earthly Branches: Clash & Harmony Table
Core reference for date selection and Liu Yao reading.
| Branch | Clashes with | Harmonizes with |
|---|---|---|
| Zi | Wu | Chou |
| Chou | Wei | Zi |
| Yin | Shen | Hai |
| Mao | You | Xu |
| Chen | Xu | You |
| Si | Hai | Shen |
| Wu | Zi | Wei |
| Wei | Chou | Wu |
| Shen | Yin | Si |
| You | Mao | Chen |
| Xu | Chen | Mao |
| Hai | Si | Yin |
A clash unsettles matters tied to that branch — avoid launching them on clash days. A harmony supports alliances and agreements.