The Three Yuan Almanac in Plain Language

The General Compendium of the Three Origins, written by Liu Hongquan during the Ming dynasty, is an important classic in the field of ancient Chinese divination. The book is divided into three parts: “The Origin of Dwellings,” “The Origin of Marriage,” and “The Origin of Graves.” It systematically explains the theories and methods of feng shui for homes, the matching of men and women in marriage, and feng shui for burial sites. Based on traditional theories of yin and yang, the Five Elements, and the Eight Trigrams, it also draws on ancient knowledge of astronomy, geography, and human affairs. It is highly valuable for the study of ancient Chinese philosophy, cultural transmission, traditional feng shui, and the art of destiny analysis, providing precious material for later generations seeking to understand and research ancient divination culture.

This book does not cling rigidly to the translation of old texts. Rather, with the heart as its source and tools as its wings, it brings forth a new bud on a plum branch a thousand years old.

Writing is a process of continuous learning. If you find any views in this book worthy of discussion, or notice any factual inaccuracies, I sincerely welcome your corrections and invite you to get in touch with the author. Every reader’s perspective is a lamp that illuminates the blind spots in our knowledge. I look forward to exploring these ideas with you.