Gregorian Calendar: February 13, 2025, Thursday
Lunar Calendar: 16th day of the 1st month, Year of the Snake
Heavenly Stems & Earthly Branches: Yi-Si year, Wu-Yin month, Gui-Chou day
Chinese Zodiac: Snake
Clash & Kill: Clash with Sheep (Ding-Wei), facing East
Fetal God: Northeast of the room, bed, and toilet
Zodiac Sign: Aquarius
Pang Zu (Ancient Chinese Wisdom): “Gui does not participate in lawsuits, weak against strong; Chou does not crown the hat, the master does not return home.”
What Zodiac Sign Faces Clash Today?
Today is a day ruled by the Ox, which faces a clash with the Sheep. As per the principle of clash and harm, individuals born under the Sheep sign should be particularly cautious today.
Is Today a Good Day?
Suitable Activities:
- Offerings and sacrifices
- Tying up and organizing matters
- Tailoring and making clothing
- Setting up the meridian
- Felling trees, constructing beams, setting up beds, cooking, burying the dead
- Preparing the tomb, initiating drilling work, and moving coffins
Avoid:
- Lawsuits and legal disputes
- Fire-related activities
- Moving into a new home
What Directions Are Lucky Today?
- Wealth God: South
- Auspicious God: Southeast
- Blessing God: Southeast
What Time Is Auspicious Today?
Yin Hour (3:00 AM – 4:59 AM)
Clash: Monkey
Suitable for: Engagement, marriage, opening a business, funeral arrangements
Avoid: Sacrifices, praying for blessings, fasting rituals, offerings to gods
Mao Hour (5:00 AM – 6:59 AM)
Clash: Rooster
Suitable for: Sacrifices, praying for blessings, offerings to gods, engagement, marriage, travel, seeking wealth, moving into a new house, burial arrangements, seeking offspring
Chen Hour (7:00 AM – 8:59 AM)
Clash: Dog
Suitable for: Building beams, house construction, burial arrangements, avoiding conflict with the White Tiger (requires use of special symbols), otherwise avoid all major undertakings
Si Hour (9:00 AM – 10:59 AM)
Clash: Pig
Suitable for: Prayers for blessings, seeking offspring, engagement, marriage, travel, seeking wealth, business transactions, setting up beds, house construction, migration
Avoid: Blessing ceremonies, house repairs, and funeral services
Key Historical Events on February 13:
Ancient and Modern History:
- 43 CE: Emperor Guangwu of Han, Liu Xiu, posthumously honors his father, Liu Qin, as “Zhongzong”.
- 235 CE: Wei Mingdi, Emperor Cao Rui, appoints Sima Yi as the Grand Minister of the Imperial Secretariat, cementing the Sima family’s power during the Three Kingdoms period.
- 950 CE: Guo Wei establishes the Later Zhou Dynasty, ending the reign of the Later Han Dynasty and ushering in a new historical era.
- 1895: The Qing government sends Li Hongzhang to Japan for negotiations, preparing for territorial concessions and indemnities after the First Sino-Japanese War.
- 1912: Sun Yat-sen resigns as the provisional president, laying the groundwork for the development of modern Chinese politics.
- 1955: The People’s Liberation Army successfully captures the Dachen Islands, Yushan Islands, and Pishan Island, strengthening the coastal defense system.
- 1988: Li Yan wins China’s first Winter Olympic gold medal in women’s short track speed skating at the Calgary Winter Olympics.
- 2007: Ma Ying-jeou resigns as the Chairman of the Kuomintang, marking a significant shift in Taiwan’s political landscape.
Births and Deaths of Notable Figures:
Notable Births:
- 1897: Gu Sui, renowned Chinese scholar and writer.
- 1910: William Shockley, one of the inventors of the transistor, whose work revolutionized the semiconductor industry.
- 1952: Long Yingtai, famous Taiwanese writer known for her profound cultural insights and social commentary.
Notable Deaths:
- 106 CE: Emperor He of Han, Liu Zhao, passes away.
- 1993: Song Xilian, a famous general from the Nationalist army during the Chinese Civil War, passes away.
- 2006: Wang Xuan, an academician of the Chinese Academy of Sciences, known for his pioneering work in Chinese laser typesetting technology, passes away.
- 2017: General Sheng Zhihua, former Deputy Commander of the Second Artillery Corps of China, passes away.
Conclusion:
February 13, 2025, marks not only the 16th day of the first month in the Lunar calendar, signaling a new phase post-Spring Festival, but also carries significant historical weight. From imperial political decisions in ancient times to groundbreaking scientific advancements in the modern era, today serves as a reminder of the ongoing evolution of humanity. Moreover, the stars align in favor of financial planning, business investments, and forming partnerships that could prove crucial for future success.
As you step into today, seize the opportunities, and embrace the path to a brighter, more prosperous future!