The year 2025, marked by the influence of the Wood Snake, is overseen by a powerful celestial entity in Chinese astrology and Feng Shui: Tai Sui (太歲), or the Grand Duke Jupiter. Each year, Tai Sui occupies a specific position in the Chinese zodiac, influencing the destiny of individuals and environments. In 2025, understanding where this celestial force resides can help harmonize your energies and avoid potential challenges.
Who is Tai Sui?
Tai Sui is not merely a planet but rather a group of 60 celestial generals, each ruling over one year in the 60-year Chinese cycle. Tai Sui is closely associated with the influence of the planet Jupiter, which takes about 12 years to cycle through the 12 signs of the Chinese zodiac. As the governor of the year’s energy, Tai Sui influences earthly events, personal fortunes, and the energies of spaces.
In 2025, the General Wu Sui (吳遂大將軍, Wú Suì Dà-Jiāng-Jūn) serves as the commander of the year.
Each year, Tai Sui occupies a specific direction on the zodiac wheel, impacting those who are aligned or directly opposed to this position. In 2025, the Year of the Wood Snake, Tai Sui will reside in the Southeast.
The Influence of Tai Sui in 2025
In the Year of the Wood Snake (乙巳), Tai Sui takes up residence in the Southeast (142.5 – 157.5 degrees). This area of your home, office, or environment must be treated with care. Here are some major influences of Tai Sui in 2025:
- Avoid Direct Confrontation with Tai Sui: One of the most important rules is to never directly face the direction where Tai Sui resides (Southeast in 2025). If your desk or bed faces this direction, it’s recommended to rearrange your space to avoid challenging this powerful energy.
- Do Not Disturb the Tai Sui Area: It’s also advised not to carry out renovations, ground-breaking, or any major disturbances in the Southeast. Disrupting this zone could lead to blockages or difficulties in your personal or professional life.
Zodiac Signs Affected by Tai Sui in 2025
- Pig (亥): The Pig is in direct conflict with Tai Sui this year, a phenomenon known as “Chong Tai Sui” (direct clash with Tai Sui). Those born under this sign may face obstacles in their plans, relationship tensions, or unexpected changes.
- Snake (巳): Though the Snake is the sign of the year, it can experience “self-punishment” (Zi Fan Tai Sui). This means that individuals born under the Snake sign may find themselves in situations of self-sabotage, internal conflict, or emotional challenges. They should be particularly mindful of their actions and decisions to avoid these pitfalls.
- Tiger (寅) and Monkey (申): These two signs have minor clashes with Tai Sui this year and may encounter tensions or challenges in their careers or personal lives.
How to Manage Tai Sui’s Influence in 2025
Fortunately, there are ways to mitigate the effects of Tai Sui, especially if you are directly affected by its influence in 2025. Here are some practical tips:
- Make Offerings to Tai Sui: To appease Tai Sui’s energy, it is common to visit temples dedicated to Tai Sui, especially at the beginning of the year, to pray and make offerings. This practice helps seek protection and good fortune for the year ahead. Those born under signs in conflict with Tai Sui, like the Pig and Snake, are especially encouraged to follow this tradition.
- Avoid Disturbances: As previously mentioned, do not renovate or disturb the Southeast section of your home in 2025. Renovations can disrupt Tai Sui’s energy and create imbalances.
- Avoid Facing Tai Sui Directly: If you spend a lot of time in a particular room, like an office or bedroom, avoid positioning yourself facing the direction of Tai Sui. For 2025, this means it’s best not to face your desk or bed towards the Southeast.
By understanding and respecting the power of Tai Sui, you can navigate the energies of 2025 more harmoniously, avoiding unnecessary disruptions and ensuring a smoother year.