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On our November home page (a 5 Soil Month in a 3 Tree Year) we said:
".... Globally, this is a 5 Soil Month, in a 3 Tree Year, in a 2 Soil 9-Year cycle, in a 9 Fire 81-Year cycle. The cycle of support flows from 3 Tree, to 9 Fire, to 2 Soil and terminates in 5 Soil. Five Soil becomes a dominant force. Unlike September and October, there are now fewer antagonistic relationships among the energy states. We see only a struggle between Tree's rising energy and Soil's mood of stability. Most of this otherwise disruptive ki is channeled along the support cycle in a beneficial way. Tree energizes Fire and Fire supports Soil.
After a two month cool-down phase (7 & 6 Metal) we now enter a time that is more aligned with what we have encountered for most of the year. In September and October, the settling, consolidating monthly ki supported a relatively consistent set of affairs. In most locations, changes (positive or negative) were limited. Even areas of the globe experiencing turmoil tended to fester, in place, rather than expanding. One possible exception being the Mid East.
Now, we enter a monthly phase that also supports stability, but in a different way. Five Soil resides at the center of the 9 ki square; at the intersection of events. This monthly ki seeks balance, as does a spinning top, but does not necessarily produce rigidity. Rather, 5 Soil creates/undergoes a series of counterbalancing 'wobbles' as it interacts with the other prevalent energies. For example, in a 1 Water year, 5 Soil occupies the 9 Fire position. Likewise, in a 9 Fire year, 5 occupies 1 Water. For every ki combination, Five performs a similar balancing act. During this present 3 Tree year, 5 occupies 7 Metal.
The ki relationships have changed. During September and October, Metal provided a calming/overriding influence to the otherwise very active energy of the 3 Tree annual ki. In November, the tide has changed. Now, Tree overrides Soil. As a result, the mood becomes more active and more difficult to restrain. This isn't necessarily a negative situation because, as activity levels rise, so does travel, commerce, productivity and inventiveness. But we cannot help to wonder what kind of effect this rising energy will have upon areas that have been deteriorating over the past two months.
Nine years ago this month, conditions were critical in Syria, the Mid-East in general, and in South Sudan. This should have a familiar ring. Now that the current imbalances are no longer held in 6 Metal's vise, what will pour out when the clamp is released?
We also encountered this same ki combination last February, when we first entered this 3 Tree annual house. Look for a mood that is similar to that time but also realize that, over the course of the past eight months, the general outlook has undergone a series of alterations. Five Soil is the ki of politics, power and karma. When it arrives as the monthly ki, it generally reflects the karmic repercussions of the previous nine months. Depending on recent events, the overall mood could be the same but the actual situation could be quite different.
This is such a time.
In summary, both 5 & 3 are strong now. Five Soil is strengthened by the supportive ki flow yet 3 Tree overrides 5. Three is the ki of new beginnings and rising energy; Five the ki of balance and stability. But 5 Soil (karma, politics, control) is the ki that makes this month unique. Look for outstanding or notorious political activities, at this time. Karmic repercussions can stem from a deeply rooted past but most will reflect actions and decisions of the past nine months.
We all return to our home positions, for the month, so there will be a mood of familiarity at this time. Normally, this would include a sense of comfort but, for many, this will not be the case. The annual 3 Tree energy-state is associated with early spring, morning and new beginnings. The sun now rises on a new landscape, not easily traversed. We can pass through this time successfully, by pursuing our personal goals in a focused but gentle way, and by stating our opinions clearly while remaining open to differing viewpoints – reflecting on events as they unfold...."
November 2024 was a quirky month with ample karmic repercussions. But with a twist. It seemed a rather odd, disjointed time, to me. I suppose that was to be expected with a struggle between 5 Soil and 3 Tree. It was a surprisingly calm month, as 5 Soil months go. Unless you were in one of the danger zones. Sudan, Ukraine – especially in Gaza. And look at what has become of Syria! That is a perfect example of 3 Tree and 5 Soil in action.
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As the month closed- In the United States, the Sunday after Thanksgiving was the biggest travel day on record with over 3 million people taking to the sky. Whereas the primary reason behind the presidential election was that Americans didn't feel they had enough money. The price of eggs, and so on. Also, the number of republicans who felt the American economy was good, had magically jumped from 6% to 30% after the election. Even though employment and inflation conditions had not changed. Hilarious! Happy Holidays and Merry ChristMass.
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We can see that Tree, Fire and Soil all play a vital role, this month. This is a fairly one-sided ki combination. Three of the four energy states (4 Tree, 9 Fire, 2 Soil) are primarily yin. And though yang, 3 Tree contributes some yin components, as well, while boosting 4 Tree and 9 Fire. In many global locations, the karmic and political repercussions of the previous months have supported chaos and instability. Because the present ki combination is now mostly yin, there is little or no energy present to provide the organization and stability necessary to maintain control. Two Soil is the exception – a nine-year long opportunity to form alliances and reach agreements. As we have seen, most of these "opportunities" have been used to form one alliance against another. Even NATO's inspiring unity for Ukraine has been challenged by China, North Korea and Iran, in support of the Russian invasion. This month, hope seems to depend on new ideas and inventive solutions that can be implemented in the future. So far as the ki is concerned, the only counterbalancing influence will be the downward, cooling influence of the late-autumn (6 Metal) and winter (1 Water) season. And this is only applicable for areas that are north of the equator. In locations like Sudan, the global ki will actually be amplified because of its equatorial location. So, what resource is available that can provide the organization and stability required? Just look in the mirror. We can. Reach out to your neighbor. Realize that none of us are perfect, so we shouldn't expect others to be. Allow this time of rising global ki to lift your spirits, your awareness, your kindness and your understanding. Let the yin, expansive, pioneering, inventive light of the dawn shine through. Sure there will be challenges, but doesn't that mean we're all sharing the same adventure? We humans can realize that we have more tools at hand than the prevailing ki. We can improve the world, including even our own ki, by the way we eat, how we act, speak, think and pray. After all, it isn't the ki that caused our problems. And if people can break it then people can fix it. 4 Tree is the ki of technology and commerce. Three Tree is associated with fresh starts, progress and new adventures. Nine Fire supports chaos but is also the ki of fortunate outcomes. Let us learn to use them in loving and constructive ways. We can make this holiday season shine with the yin, warm, outgoing, rising energy.
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There is a certain light that shines only in the heart of the winter, when the sun broods low on the horizon and the nights grow long and cold. Perhaps it emanates from the ki, or perhaps from the wisdom that too much darkness must create its opposite. We do not know its source and we cannot touch it with our hands. But in our hearts we can feel it glow. Instinctively, we know, without life this light would not exist. Your work has been difficult and long. Draw yourself inside and lay your body down. Look beyond your window. Look within. Breathe deep and consider the progress you have made. Your work is not over. Come inside, seek warmth, find rest. The great highway awaits, just beyond your door. But tonight, this room, this warm cup, this light is all you have. Tonight, it is all you will need.
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| Time Duration | Ki Number | Characteristics | Nature |
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| Monthly | 4 Tree | Fruition, Branching | Expansive |
| Annual | 3 Tree | Rising Energy, Thunder | Yang Expanding Out |
| 9 Year Cycle | 2 Soil | Agreements, Preparation | Accumulation |
| 81 Year Cycle | 9 Fire | Illumination, Fortune, Chaos | Kinetic Energy- Very Expansive |
There is a struggle between active, rising energy (Tree) and the mood of peace and stability (Soil). As in November, most of this otherwise disruptive ki is channeled along the support cycle in a beneficial way. Tree energizes Fire and Fire supports Soil. 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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2024 is a Number 3 Green Tree Year
The Year
Number 3 Light Green Tree is the ki of new beginnings, early spring, rising energy, the east, sunrise and thunder. As such, it actuates all phenomena that are associated with birth (animal kingdom), sprouting (vegetable kingdom), invention, fresh starts and active progress. It can be visualized as a tightly wound spiral, opening out, like a spring under tension that has just been released. It is the sound of a shout, or the boastful thunder of the first spring rain.
As we will see during the course of the year, 3 Tree is a force to be reckoned with. Very progressive – the way is fast and focused. It moves with a sequence of rapid discharges; like the master of an ox cart, urging the team forward with a series of shouts and prods. It is too late for cautious preparation. If portions of the road are unfinished, the way becomes difficult but the journey goes on. If the road comes to an end, the journey becomes an adventure.
This rugged, pioneering energy state can produce very constructive results. But in the extreme 3 can generate problems, as one can imagine. This is especially true if the present course of action becomes shaky when few alternatives are available. For example, a war could begin if diplomacy fails. In this case, those involved must be very creative to arrive at a positive solution. It is interesting that 7 Metal (joy, creativity) controls 3 Tree – yet 7 can also become emotional, so there is no guarantee.
Three Tree is the ki of the liver. The liver is dense (yang) but it is also by far the largest gland in the human body (yin). This fits in well with the image of the tightly wound spiral (yang) opening out (yin). In traditional Japanese healing, the liver is associated with anger – rising energy. A shout begins within and quickly expands beyond (moving from yang to yin).
You can't keep 3 Tree bottled up. The key to success is to channel this potent energy into positive, constructive activity. Healthy 3 Tree individuals are active, outgoing and have many interests. They are generally thin and very often tall, like a tree. If for any reason their native tree qualities are inhibited, they may quickly become overweight. All ventures, adventures, procedures and processes that are underway are engaged in the 3 Tree energy state. There are no exceptions. An architect may sit at the drawing board for weeks. People may live happily in the resulting home for years. But, the actual construction of the house is 3 Tree. When we consider all of the houses, highways, factories – all the resulting artifacts of humanity – we can appreciate this ki of new beginnings, rising energy, sunrise and thunder. Still, we should consider the important roles that good planning, creativity, ongoing attention & management play.
Tree is good at bending with the wind but there must be options. Bending too far in only one direction will eventually fail, sometimes with disastrous results.
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If you wish, you can a read general overview of the 2 Soil 9-year Cycle (positive & negative) in this tab. But this article is about a 3 Tree Year. I mention the larger cycle because it's important to understand the fabric of time that 3 Tree 2024 is stitched into.
Tree regulates (controls) Soil. This is most obvious in the 3 Tree / 2 Soil combination. Three being the most robust Tree energy and Two being the most peaceful Soil energy. In this case, we can expect 3 to be the predominant ki, in 2024. However, we'll often see a push-and-pull between these different energy-states, sometimes creating awkward, uneven events.
We often feel that we have attained a point in history when war is diminishing. But as we have seen, 2 Soil 9-year cycles seem to promote armed conflict. The American Civil War occurred two 2 Soil 9-year cycles ago. And World War II during the most previous cycle. Now, we are engaged in a 3 Tree year. While 3 Tree is normally associated with blunt force and new beginnings, 2 Soil promotes stagnation and quagmire. History provides some hopeful signs where turning-points (3 Tree) produced positive outcomes in longstanding predicaments (2 Soil). The Battle of Gettysburg changed the course of the Civil War, as did the Battle of Stalingrad during WWII.
We can also see the way that 3 Tree (new beginnings) influences culture. In 1862, the Salon des Refusés in Paris, opened the way for works by Whistler & Manet, and eventually Impressionism and modern art. In 1943, the Great Depression officially ended in the United States. We look forward to similar events in 2024.
If the international scene became less stable in 2022 (5 Soil- politics, karma) and 2023 (4 Tree- fruition, following through) then we can imagine global conditions in 2024 (3 Tree- rising energy, thunder). But 3 is also the ki of new ideas, pioneering and progress. Tree supports the 9 Fire ki of the 81-Year Cycle – promoting both entertainment, chaos and, in the extreme, rapid expansion. This could cause military escalation. We can anticipate a time of rapid progress, great upheaval and angry outbursts.
But the wise will find an increased capacity to deal with challenges, from past experience and through new ideas and solutions. After all, the world has now occupied this 2 Soil 9-Year Cycle for six years. By now, we have a fairly good understanding of how to work with these conditions. We have adapted. The trick will be in reacting to sudden events, as they arise, until February, 2025.
January 17, 1773 – Captain Cook in HMS Resolution becomes the first European explorer to cross the Antarctic Circle. 3 Tree month / 3 Tree Year / 3 Tree 9-Year Cycle / 3 Tree 81-Year Cycle. As usual, I have provided a list of previous 3 Tree 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 3 Tree events were included. Where possible, the incidents have been placed in categories that reflect the various aspects of the ki. Pioneering / Exploration: One known example will be the 2024 New Horizons fly-by of Pluto, but please don't limit this category to travel. It also includes scientific, artistic, medical and all forms of pioneering.
This includes new and interesting things to do but it's important to consider global progress. We can all take part in supporting peaceful initiatives.
This is another way to express the pioneering attitude.
A catch-all expression of the mood of the times.
Watch for uneven events due to bull-headed actions void of diplomacy.
This is an important one. Double 3 Tree supports 9 Fire doubly. Fire is the ki of summer, brilliance, entertainment and fortunate outcomes, but excess Fire expands rapidly and is potentially chaotic and very explosive. We also occupy a 9 Fire 81-year cycle (beginning in 1955), which explains a lot.
If you study the 3 Tree years, you will find a fair degree of capsized & burning boats, earthquakes, powerful storms -- numerous military coups, annexations and regime changes. Also events associated with large bridges. You can research the raw information here, in the Wikipedia® "List of Years". Just remember that the ki-year begins on February 4th and extends through January of the following year.
[1961] [1970] [1979] [1988] [1997] [2006] [2015] Here are some previous 3 Tree years. Specific events are listed, along with attributes that illustrate the mood of 3 Tree. The majority of this information was gleaned from Wikipedia®, a practical online resource for studying 9 Star Ki's historical influence. (It has come to my attention that some Wikipedia® articles are not based in fact, but I don't think this applies to their list of chronological events.)
2015 (3 Tree Year / 3 Tree 9-Year Cycle / 9 Fire 81-Year Cycle)
2006 (3 Tree Year / 4 Tree 9-Year Cycle / 9 Fire 81-Year Cycle)
1997 (3 Tree Year / 5 Soil 9-Year Cycle / 9 Fire 81-Year Cycle)
1988 (3 Tree Year / 6 Metal 9-Year Cycle / 9 Fire 81-Year Cycle)
1979 (3 Tree Year / 7 Metal 9-Year Cycle / 9 Fire 81-Year Cycle)
1970 (3 Tree Year / 8 Soil 9-Year Cycle / 9 Fire 81-Year Cycle)
1961 (3 Tree Year / 9 Fire 9-Year Cycle / 9 Fire 81-Year Cycle)
1952 (3 Tree Year / 1 Water 9-Year Cycle / 1 Water 81-Year Cycle)
1943 (3 Tree Year / 2 Soil 9-Year Cycle / 1 Water 81-Year Cycle)
1934 (3 Tree Year / 3 Tree 9-Year Cycle / 1 Water 81-Year Cycle)
1925 (3 Tree Year / 4 Tree 9-Year Cycle / 1 Water 81-Year Cycle)
1916 (3 Tree Year / 5 Soil 9-Year Cycle / 1 Water 81-Year Cycle)
1907 (3 Tree Year / 6 Metal 9-Year Cycle / 1 Water 81-Year Cycle)
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