how much is affected if timing of birth is wrong?

[myfs_120388]

with regars to checking own zi wei dou shu, would like to check how much difference it will make if time of birth is wrong, eg bet 1am and 1pm?

[Robert Lee]

Dear Jazz,

Jazz jazz wrote:
with regars to checking own zi wei dou shu, would like to check how much difference it will make if time of birth is wrong, eg bet 1am and 1pm?

In ba zi, time of birth may affect some of the character analysis and overall five element percentage. But in general, only a few hours really differ from having only the day of birth analysed. Unless element strength is different (ie weak water changed to strong water), there will no be too great a difference. Often, our advise is not sure, take an analysis without the hour of birth as the foundation analysis.

In Zi Wei Dou Shu (Chinese Astrology/Horoscope), it is also quite similiar, the likelyhood is some character analysis may not be as accurate. But since horoscope are usually focus on YEAR of birth, so that is the more important factor. But in general, horoscope readings are just more for fun and compatibility, so no real harm even if it is wrong.

Hope that helps.

Warmest Regards
Robert Lee
GEOMANCY.NET - Center for Applied Feng Shui Research