Bazi Calculator

The Bazi Calculator estimates your Four Pillars of Destiny (Bazi Chart) based on your birth date, time, and gender. This tool helps astrology enthusiasts and Feng Shui practitioners uncover personality traits and life destiny patterns. Whether you are planning important events, analyzing relationship compatibility, or seeking self-discovery, this calculator reveals your elemental balance. Unlock ancient Chinese wisdom to make better life decisions today.

Enter your date of birth in Gregorian calendar
Enter your exact time of birth (24-hour format)
Gender is needed to determine your luck pillars
Select the time zone of your birth place
Choose which calendar system to use for calculations
Check if born in January/February to adjust for exact Chinese year

How the Four Pillars of Destiny Are Calculated

The Four Pillars of Destiny represents a map of cosmic energy present at your birth. This system converts your Gregorian birth data into the Chinese sexagenary cycle, which combines 10 Heavenly Stems and 12 Earthly Branches.

Pillars = (Heavenly Stem + Earthly Branch) x 4

Where:

  • Heavenly Stems = Yin/Yang polarity of 5 elements (Wood, Fire, Earth, Metal, Water)
  • Earthly Branches = 12 Chinese Zodiac animals
  1. First, the algorithm converts your local birth time to the Chinese Solar Calendar (Xia Calendar).
  2. Second, it calculates the Year and Month Pillars based on the solar terms and the sexagenary cycle.
  3. Third, it derives the Day and Hour Pillars using established astronomical reference dates.

Using this traditional Chinese method ensures your chart accurately reflects the elemental influences of your specific birth moment.

What Your Four Pillars of Destiny Means

Your chart reveals the balance of five elements—Wood, Fire, Earth, Metal, and Water—that shape your personality and destiny. Understanding these elements helps you make smarter life choices.

Strong Self Element

If your Day Master is strong, you likely possess natural leadership and resilience. Focus on careers utilizing your dominant element to maximize success.

Weak Self Element

A weaker Self Element suggests you benefit from supportive environments. Seek out favorable elements in your surroundings, relationships, and career choices to boost energy.

Pro Tip

Check your Luck Pillars every decade to anticipate shifting energy patterns and plan major life changes accordingly.

Disclaimer: This calculator is for educational and entertainment purposes only. Bazi is a traditional cultural belief system and is not scientifically proven. Do not use these results as the sole basis for medical, financial, or legal decisions.

Revisit your chart during significant life transitions to gain fresh perspective on your path forward.

Calculation logic verified using publicly available standards.

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