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Pitou Xing (披头星)

Function​

Pitou Xing (披头星) is listed alongside Pima Xing (披麻星) as an inauspicious star, indicating that the life master is prone to encountering funerals, injuries, illnesses, and family discord during a specific year or major fortune period. The ancients used the phrase "Pima and Pitou appear repeatedly, surely one will mourn the parents that year" to describe its ominous nature, suggesting that when Pitou Xing enters one's life, elders or relatives in the family are likely to encounter misfortune, potentially leading to legal disputes. The life master may also experience turbulence in emotions and marriage, resulting in an overall unstable fortune.

Method of Checking​

Check the remaining three branches based on the annual branch, specifically:

  • Zi (子) year sees Chen (辰)
  • Chou (丑) year sees Mao (卯)
  • Yin (寅) year sees Yin (寅)
  • Mao (卯) year sees Chou (丑)
  • Chen (辰) year sees Zi (子)
  • Si (巳) year sees Hai (亥)
  • Wu (午) year sees Xu (戌)
  • Wei (未) year sees You (酉)
  • Shen (申) year sees Shen (申)
  • You (酉) year sees Wei (未)
  • Xu (戌) year sees Wu (午)
  • Hai (亥) year sees Si (巳)

In ancient fate studies, Pitou Xing (披头星) and Pima Xing (披麻星) were both considered inauspicious stars, often seen as harbingers of misfortune. An ancient poem states: "Pima and Pitou appear repeatedly, surely one will mourn the parents that year."

FAQ​

What is Pitou Xing in Chinese astrology?​

Pitou Xing is an inauspicious star in Chinese astrology and Bazi analysis, associated with misfortune such as funerals, illness, family discord, and emotional instability. Identified in a person’s fate chart, Pitou Xing typically signals periods where risks of negative events are higher, especially for elders and close relatives. Recognizing Pitou Xing helps practitioners of Chinese metaphysics and fortune telling prepare for potential challenges and take preventive steps to mitigate bad luck during affected years.

How to identify Pitou Xing in your Chinese zodiac chart?​

To identify Pitou Xing in your Chinese zodiac chart, first determine your annual branch—the zodiac sign for your year. Then, use the traditional matching system where each branch has a corresponding partner that reveals the presence of Pitou Xing. For example, the year Zi (Rat) matches with Chen (Dragon); Chou (Ox) matches with Mao (Rabbit). Consulting a Bazi analysis or a skilled Chinese astrology practitioner can help confirm if Pitou Xing is present in your chart for a specific year.

Why is Pitou Xing regarded as a bad luck star in Chinese fortune telling?​

Pitou Xing is regarded as a bad luck star in Chinese fortune telling because it predicts increased likelihood of funerals, illness, family disputes, and emotional instability. Ancient Chinese astrology texts stress its negative influence, especially when seen with Pima Xing, another omen linked to mourning. The presence of Pitou Xing acts as a warning sign, urging individuals to be cautious about health and family matters during the period when its influence is active.

What effects does Pitou Xing have on family relationships?​

Pitou Xing can negatively affect family relationships by increasing the chances of family discord, marital instability, and emotional turbulence. Its presence in a Chinese astrology chart often coincides with periods of heightened risk for arguments, misunderstandings, or separations among relatives. Being aware of Pitou Xing’s influence allows families to prioritize harmony, communication, and preventive care to reduce the impact of these challenges.

When does Pitou Xing typically show up in a Bazi analysis chart?​

Pitou Xing typically shows up in a Bazi analysis chart during specific years or fortune periods when the annual branch and its corresponding branch align according to traditional Chinese astrology methods. For example, certain zodiac signs trigger Pitou Xing’s influence when matched with their designated branches. Astrologers and metaphysics practitioners closely examine these chart alignments to forecast when Pitou Xing will affect a person’s luck, health, and family circumstances.