Start with the structure
Qi Men Dun Jia, 'the Mysterious Gates', is the strategist's art — historically used for war, statecraft and timing. It arranges stems, stars, doors and deities across a nine-palace board for a given moment, revealing the hidden structure of a situation.
Then read the interaction
A Qi Men reading is directional and time-bound. You identify the palace of the matter and of yourself, then judge the doors and stars there — a Life or Open door in a supported palace favours action; a Death or Injury door counsels delay.
Put it to use
Use it for consequential, time-sensitive decisions — a negotiation, a launch, an important journey. Choosing a favourable hour and direction from the Qi Men board is a classical edge on high-stakes moves.
Try it yourself: Qi Men Dun Jia is free on FengMaster, computed to the letter.