1. What is Kua Number in Feng Shui?

The Kua number is a fundamental concept in Feng Shui that represents your personal energy type. It's calculated based on your birth year and gender, and helps determine your auspicious and inauspicious directions for various life activities.

2. How Does the Calculator Work?

The calculator uses the Kua formula:

Where:

• Birth Year Sum — Sum of all digits of birth year reduced to single digit
• Adjustment — Different calculation for males and females
• Males: 11 minus the sum, then modulo 9 (if result is 0, use 9)
• Females: Sum plus 4, then modulo 9 (if result is 0, use 9)

Explanation: The calculation follows traditional Feng Shui principles to determine your personal energy number that influences favorable directions.

3. Importance of Kua Number

Details: Your Kua number helps identify your four auspicious directions (success, health, love, and personal development) and four inauspicious directions to avoid. It's used for optimal placement of beds, desks, and main entrances.

4. Using the Calculator

Tips: Enter your birth year (4-digit format) and select your gender. The calculator will compute your personal Kua number according to traditional Feng Shui principles.

5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: What if my Kua number is 5?
A: For males with Kua 5, use 2 instead. For females with Kua 5, use 8 instead. This is a special case in Feng Shui calculations.

Q2: Can I use my Kua number for house orientation?
A: Yes, your Kua number helps determine the most favorable directions for your home's main entrance and important rooms.

Q3: Does the Kua number change over time?
A: No, your Kua number is based on your birth year and remains constant throughout your life.

Q4: How accurate is this calculation?
A: This follows the traditional Ba Zhai (Eight Mansions) school of Feng Shui, which has been used for centuries.

Q5: Can I use this for business purposes?
A: Yes, business owners often use their Kua number to determine favorable office directions and layout for success.