The Qing Dynasty marked the 'deepening period' of Chinese destiny analysis. Scholars maintained rigorous standards, eliminating excessive spirit forces and focusing on the logic of Five Elements interaction. The Dripping Heaven Marrow (Dītīan Suǐ) explored BaZi through imagery analysis, while Ziping Zhenquan expanded pattern theory through relational analysis. Together they form the 'Twin Classics of Destiny Analysis,' pushing traditional methods to unprecedented theoretical and practical heights.
1644 – 1912 CE
Refinement & Purification
Masters & Contributions
Shen XiaozhanPattern Theory Master
Key Works
Ziping Zhenquan
Historical Contribution
Systematically expounded pattern definitions, success/failure conditions, and usage rules with clear logic—essential reading for BaZi pattern methods.
Ren TieqiaoDripping Heaven Marrow Master
Key Works
Dripping Heaven Marrow Elucidation
Historical Contribution
A Qianlong-era giant who provided comprehensive annotations to the Dripping Heaven Marrow, transforming abstract formulas into practical methods. He strengthened 'Useful God' theory, proposed the concept of 'Flowing with Affection,' and advocated Five Elements logic over spirit forces. His work made the text accessible and remains core methodology today.
Chen Su'anTheory Simplifier
Key Works
Mingli Yueyan
Historical Contribution
Simplified destiny theory; edited by the famous minister Ji Xiaolan. Proposed 'General Method of Reading Destiny' and 'Method of Determining Useful God' with unique and concise insights.