Life-soul (La). This force unites all aspects of an individual’s being, providing wholeness and zest for life. Unlike the Christian concept of soul, La acts as a unifying principle. It produces vitality (Sok) and follows specific elemental relationships. For example, if La is associated with Fire, then Sok will be connected to Earth (as Fire generates Earth). La moves through the body’s energy channels according to lunar cycles.
These five forces work together to create a unique energetic profile for each individual, influencing their life path and potential.
Elements and Personal Forces in Tibetan Astrology
Each Animal in the Tibetan zodiac possesses a unique combination of three fundamental qualities:
– Vitality (life force)
– Fortune (luck and prosperity)
– Life-Soul (spiritual essence)
These qualities remain consistent for each animal sign. For example:
Dragon:
– Vitality: Earth
– Fortune: Wood
– Life-Soul: Fire
Monkey:
– Vitality: Metal
– Fortune: Wood
– Life-Soul: Earth
Strength (Wang Thang) is determined by the ruling Element of the birth year. For instance: The years 1952 and 1953 were governed by the Water Element. Consequently, individuals born during these years have Water as their Wang Thang force.
The Element of the Body (Lü) is calculated based on two factors: the Wang Thang Element and the individual’s Animal sign. For example a person born in 1952 as a Water Dragon will have: Wang Thang – Water, Body Element – Water (determined by the combination of Wang Thang and Animal sign).
Calculating Yearly Favorability in Tibetan Astrology
In Tibetan astrology, the favorability of an upcoming year is determined by comparing the yearly Elements with an individual’s natal Elements. This comparison reveals the potential energy dynamics for the coming year.
There are six distinct levels of favorability based on Elemental relationships:
– If the yearly Element generates the natal Element (example: Metal generates Water), it is excellent, it is ○○○ (three white stones).
– If the natal Element controls the yearly Element (example: Fire controls Metal), it is very good, it is ○○ (two white stones).
– If there’s a direct match between the natal Element and the yearly Element (Earth or Water Elements only), it is good, it is ○ (one white stone).
– If the natal Element generates the yearly Element (example: Earth generates Metal), it is neutral, it is ○● (one white stone and one black stone).
– If there’s a direct match between the natal Element and the yearly Element (Wood, Fire, or Metal Elements only), it is not good, it is ● (one black stone).
– If the yearly Element controls the natal Element (for example, Metal controls Wood), it is bad, it is ●● (two black stones).
This system provides a comprehensive framework for assessing yearly prospects and making informed life decisions according to Tibetan astrological principles.
Example of Yearly Favorability Calculation: 2026 Analysis
Birth Information and Personal Elemental Forces:
– Year of birth: October 7, 1952. Animal: Dragon. Element of the year: Water.
– Vitality Element: Earth,
– Body Element: Water,
– Strength Element: Water,
– Fortune Element: Wood,
– Life-soul Element: Fire.
Yearly Elemental Configuration (2026 – Fire Horse):
– Vitality Element: Fire,
– Body Element: Water,
– Strength Element: Fire,
– Fortune Element: Metal,
– Life-soul Element: Wood.
Elemental Comparison & Stone Evaluation: