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On our August home page (a 5 Soil Month in a 2 Soil Year) we said:
".... Globally, this is a 5 Soil Month, in a 2 Soil Year, in a 2 Soil 9-Year cycle, in a 9 Fire 81-Year cycle. The cycle of support flows from 9 Fire, to 2 Soil and terminates in 5 Soil. While 9 (chaos, expansion) and 2 (stagnation, preparation) will remain apparent, 5 Soil (karma, politics) dominates.
Now, we move away from Metal's potent influence but 5 Soil's will be just as obvious, if not more so. Both 9 Fire and 2 Soil support 5. Last month, we looked at the ki from a seasonal perspective. In August, this is difficult to do because 5 Soil is not associated with any particular season. Rather, 5 occupies the central, "home" position on the 9 Ki grid. As such, it is associated with all seasons or, better put, Five Soil resides at the axis of all events.
Five Soil's home is the central position of the 9 ki square. As such, it is the position of stability, balance and control. All of the other numbers revolve on its axis. Five Soil gives definition and shape to the other numbers. They cannot exist without 5, and 5 cannot exist without them. Every nine years (and months), an individual number will return to the center. This is a beginning and an end. The position of karma and power. An intersection, in time, that is the sum total of all of the activities, ideas, emotions and experiences of the past 9 years (in this case, 9 months).
Likewise, 5 Soil travels through the peripheral houses, making balance in every possible combination. For example, in a 9 Fire year, 5 occupies the 1 Water position, In a 1 Water year, 5 resides in 9 Fire. This month, 5 has returned to the center. In fact, we have all returned to our monthly "home position" (1 Water individuals will occupy 1 Water, 2 Soils reside in 2 Soil, etc.).
Because 5 Soil is the ki of karma & power, it is associated with empire, government, stability and control. Because all numbers have returned to their home position, they experience a mood of comfort and familiarity, unless they distance themselves from their home position. So, this is not the best time to travel, in general. Because annual 2 Soil supports 5 and because 2 is associated with peace, stagnation and stability, the annual ki increases this mood of stillness, perhaps adding a bit of apprehension.
IF the seats of empire (governments and corporations) come to the table, in order to work out their differences to achieve peaceful goals, then much can be accomplished. But not immediately. Instead, the agreements and conclusions they arrive at can then be implemented in the two following months (September, October) when the ki will be more active (Tree).
IF the seats of empire do not utilize this opportunity then the rising energy of ensuing months will be less controlled, more variable.
Note that every coin has two sides. If, for example, two seats of empire ally to become stronger by holding their subjects down, they can succeed. And if the seats of empire allow conditions to become more variable, it opens opportunities for more humane rivals. Five Soil is inscrutable, hard to predict.
In other words, the Powers that Be have considerable sway but the outcome depends on their karma. Therefore, 5 Soil is usually self correcting.
Do not assume that this time of overshadowing stability and control will produce no events. This is an intersection in time and, as such, a period for karmic repercussions from the past. On a global level, the term 'As ye sow, so shall ye reap' applies. In light of the past several months, especially July, I would say that the world has a good amount of negative karma to shake off. Some of that will doubtless happen now.
Naturally, this is a time of political debate, scandal and name-calling.
As stated above, all of us return to our monthly home position. From the vantage point of "home" we have an excellent opportunity to watch and to learn how the past has created the now and how it will unfold in the future. And yes, it is best to hold still and to observe...."
In most cases the "seats of empire" exemplified how feckless they are. Some exceptions were the European Community, Ukraine and a multitude of Israelis who said no to senseless destruction. In any case, it was an extremely political month – globally.
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This is a very interesting combination of seasonal energy and ki; especially in temperate areas of the Northern Hemisphere. Since the dawn of the 9 Ki New Year, on February 4, the monthly ki has either been supported by, supporting of, harmonious with, or controlled by the annual 2 Soil energy. In September and October, this is no longer the case. The ki of the previous three months has produced a mood of stability and continuity, providing opportunities to reach practical solutions. But now, we return to a mood reminiscent of the previous two years, 2023 & 2024. Two Soil's inclination towards stability and consistency will remain, but will be challenged by overriding Tree energy. Four Tree in September. Three Tree in October. Although the cooling influence of autumn normally promotes peace and order, we may encounter a rising pitch of activity, on the international level. Gradually, at first, then building up and shaking free in October. On the negative side, this increases the capacity for war, terrorism and social disruption. On the positive side, this opens the way for new discoveries, inventions and other constructive developments that have been secondary since 2 Soil entered the central square. As noted, Tree's rising influence will be balanced by autumn's Metal ki, in temperate areas of the Northern Hemisphere. As Tree continues to heat up, the weather will proceed to cool down. A nice balance, but one that will not render all events docile. Along the equator and in the Southern Hemisphere, there will be no such counterbalance. Instead, Tree will be further propagated as the seasonal ki transitions from late winter (8 Soil) to early spring (3 Tree).
As stated on the August home page: It's that second "IF" we should now be concerned about. As individuals, we can promote those plans (2 Soil), ideas & activities (Tree) that are insightful, inventive and constructive. And work to reduce those that are not.
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| Time Duration | Ki Number | Characteristics | Nature |
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| Monthly | 4 Tree | Fruition, Branching | Expansive |
| Annual | 2 Soil | Agreements, Preparation | Accumulation |
| 9 Year Cycle | 2 Soil | Agreements, Preparation | Accumulation |
| 81 Year Cycle | 9 Fire | Illumination, Fortune, Chaos | Kinetic Energy- Very Expansive |
The cycle of support flows from 4 Tree to 9 Fire and terminates in 2 Soil. Two Soil (stagnation, preparation) will remain the dominant ki but its mood of stability will be challenged by Tree in September and October. Until 2036, the influence of the larger 9 Fire 81-Year Cycle will continue to generate conditions that are interesting, illuminating & entertaining but, in the extreme, can become chaotic and explosive.
For more information on Nine Star Ki and the times, see our global predictions for the current Nine Year Cycle.
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February 4th, 2025 through February 3rd, 2026 is a 2 Soil year. This ki is very different than the energy of the previous two years (4 Tree & 3 Tree). The transition into this annual house is more abrupt than is usual for a 9 Ki New Year. Because January is a 3 Tree Month in a 3 Tree Year, and February is a 2 Soil Month in a 2 Soil Year, the change in the monthly ki will reinforce the sudden change in mood.
This is also a 2 Soil 9-Year Cycle, making this 2 Soil energy state stronger than usual. In addition, the 9 Fire energy of the 81-Year Cycle provides strong support to 2 Soil. Nine being the ki of summer, 2 Soil the ki of late-summer. This is an excellent opportunity to understand the nature of 2 Soil. The last time the world encountered a potent alignment, like this, was in 1863. That was a 2 Soil year, in a 2 Soil 9-Year Cycle, in a 2 Soil 81-Year cycle. The peak of the American Civil War.
As the very active 3 Tree ki of the previous year fades, we enter a more sluggish time. Indeed, 2 Soil is a peaceful energy; associated with food, farming, education, reaching out, communication, forming alliances, agreements, planning, preparation, accumulation and stagnation. While these attributes may not be the most attractive or exciting, they all provoke a relatively serene image. And they clearly illustrate the importance of 2 Soil. Where would we be without farming or education?
Two Soil indicates success through thoughtful, steady progress, rather than quick, forceful action. Therefore, a consistent effort will be of far greater benefit than attempts to make giant leaps forward. (Please remember- this commentary is about the global ki. Your personal ki position may differ.) Great headway can be made, but it's best to use a consistent approach, like a sculptor, chipping away on the stone, or the steady, cautious work of the bridge builder (careful planning, reaching out, connecting two shores). In fact, many famous spans were constructed in 2 Soil years.
Moreover, this is an important year to come to the table, to develop treaties and peaceful agreements. World leaders should always use diplomacy first. This year, even more so. This year it is critical to communicate and to forge new alliances. Better to bang tabletops at the United Nations than to resort to the battle field. Our vision should be for the long-term. Short, abrupt jabs at the problem will only generate future difficulties.
In traditional Asian medicine, Two Soil is associated with the stomach, spleen and pancreas; especially the stomach. Looking at this, we see larger connections. The stomach goes back to food and agriculture. So, this is an important time to reduce world hunger and to make long-range preparations to eliminate starvation. It is important that we act in these areas, at the global and local levels. Against the larger backdrop of 9 Ki time, this year is a fleeting moment. Like all of the ki numbers, we must make constructive use of this energy while it is available.
Although 2 Soil is the ki of peace and consistency, it does not necessarily "play well with others". The energy-state of the larger 9 Fire cycle is more active and the monthly energies will come into play, as well. From time to time, these will intersect with 2 Soil in an unproductive way; creating forceful conditions within a framework that favors stability and order. In this case, 2 Soil can only take so much interference before the pattern of differing energies combusts, or falls to pieces; causing setbacks and quagmires.
Two Soil is no stranger to devastating weather, earthquakes and tsunamis.
From a greater perspective, we can review the passage of the years. I've advised our longtime readers & friends to see 2011 & 2012 (Metal years) as a "cooling off" phase in our new era of individual expression and responsibility, that began in June, 2005. As the Metal years closed, we had tangible proof that the role of the individual remains free and strong, even in dire circumstances. Look to the Arab Spring and to the exponential growth of social media.
We then traveled through the 2013 house of 5 Soil (karma, politics and control). Everything came under scrutiny – to be studied, to be considered from all perspectives. For example, the nearly total gridlock in the American congress. In 2014 the world awakened. There were new discoveries and new avenues to pursue. New agendas. But hot spots around the world remained and there were basically two types. A struggle between personal rights and centralized control. And a clash between basic beliefs. It was in 2014 that we encountered the dark side of our new era. We learned that if constructive expression falters, then obstruction and pessimism can take root. The initial enthusiasm of 2005 faded, as individual expression began to be pirated and used against humanity.
This clever, destructive force has persisted and we now live in a divided world. Like other technologies in the past, our social media and other sources have generated multifaceted conditions, enabling individuals to formulate their own "news" - and those who have no cohesive impressions or spiritual development can easily choose "facts" that support their personal mindsets. Often to their own detriment.
The most recent Metal Years, 2020 & 2021, were pandemic years; exhibiting global material shortages & inflation, war, further mistrust in authority and the rise of autocracy. Our handheld devices that connect the world have become double-edged swords. Used for both noble purposes and for outright lies. Those few who bother to fact check know that falsehoods now rain down on every platform, every channel and in print. There are still ways to have a rudder in this storm. A solid knowledge of history and current events, recognizing misery when you see it, following the money, knowing that numbers don't lie. And looking into their eyes.
Nine Star Ki study indicates that 2025 will be a consequential year. But you don't need a crystal ball to see that.
Thursday, November 19, 1863 – 2 Soil month / 2 Soil Year / 2 Soil 9-Year Cycle / 2 Soil 81-Year Cycle. Abraham Lincoln (born in a 2 Soil Month / 2 Soil Year) delivers the Gettysburg Address. As usual, I have provided a list of previous 2 Soil years for you to explore. Also as usual, I've generally tried to avoid using battles, wars and other lethal events as examples. They are simply too depressing. Still, even when cherry-picking, a few ugly events were included. Where possible, the incidents have been placed in categories that reflect the various aspects of 2 Soil. Worrisome developments. Political scandal and controversy: Invasion and weapons of mass destruction. Harmful decisions rooted in bad judgment. Politicians and rulers falling from grace.
Normally the result of the worrisome developments above. Two Soil is often associated with peace yet, when a war or conflict is initiated, it is very difficult to end it in a 2 Soil year. Two Soil can be like getting caught in a spider's web. The greater the struggle, the greater the entanglement. And like the spider's web, this is also a time to accumulate funds, tools, plans and materials for future ventures.
As stated, 2 Soil is associated with peace. This is an excellent opportunity to forge alliances, to create treaties and for diplomacy. If peaceful negotiations are employed, entanglements are reduced or completely resolved.
New doors open wide, but usually through peaceful study and observation.
[1944] [1953] [1962] [1971] [1980] [1989] [1998] [2007] [2016] Here are summaries of some previous 2 Soil years. Specific events and birth-dates are listed that illustrate the mood of 2 Soil. The majority of this information was gleaned from Wikipedia®. You will notice that 2 Soil supports peaceful outcomes but if the mood of peace is ignored or challenged, then the result is often tragic. Indeed, this is a time when wars either come to an end, or rage at fever pitch.
2016 (2 Soil Year / 3 Tree 9-Year Cycle / 9 Fire 81-Year Cycle)
2007 (2 Soil Year / 4 Tree 9-Year Cycle / 9 Fire 81-Year Cycle)
1998 (2 Soil Year / 5 Soil 9-Year Cycle / 9 Fire 81-Year Cycle)
1989 (2 Soil Year / 6 Metal 9-Year Cycle / 9 Fire 81-Year Cycle)
1980 (2 Soil Year / 7 Metal 9-Year Cycle / 9 Fire 81-Year Cycle)
1971 (2 Soil Year / 8 Soil 9-Year Cycle / 9 Fire 81-Year Cycle)
1962 (2 Soil Year / 9 Fire 9-Year Cycle / 9 Fire 81-Year Cycle)
1953 (2 Soil Year / 1 Water 9-Year Cycle / 1 Water 81-Year Cycle)
1944 (2 Soil Year / 2 Soil 9-Year Cycle / 1 Water 81-Year Cycle)
1935 (2 Soil Year / 3 Tree 9-Year Cycle / 1 Water 81-Year Cycle)
1926 (2 Soil Year / 4 Tree 9-Year Cycle / 1 Water 81-Year Cycle)
1917 (2 Soil Year / 5 Soil 9-Year Cycle / 1 Water 81-Year Cycle)
1908 (2 Soil Year / 6 Metal 9-Year Cycle / 1 Water 81-Year Cycle)
1899 (2 Soil Year / 7 Metal 9-Year Cycle / 1 Water 81-Year Cycle)
1890 (2 Soil Year / 8 Soil 9-Year Cycle / 1 Water 81-Year Cycle)
1863 Archetype (2 Soil Year / 2 Soil 9-Year Cycle / 2 Soil 81-Year Cycle)
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