1. What is the Lo Shu Grid Kua Number?

The Lo Shu Grid Kua Number is derived from the ancient Chinese Lo Shu magic square and is used in Feng Shui to determine personal energy directions and favorable orientations based on one's birth year calculations.

2. How Does the Calculator Work?

The calculator uses the Lo Shu Grid formula:

Where:

• \( Year Sum \) — The sum of digits from the birth year or relevant year number
• \( \% 9 \) — Modulo 9 operation
• \( Adjustment \) — If result is 0, it becomes 9

Explanation: The formula calculates a personal Kua number that corresponds to one of the eight trigrams plus the center, representing different energy directions in the Lo Shu grid.

3. Importance of Kua Number Calculation

Details: The Kua number is essential in Feng Shui practice for determining favorable directions for various life aspects including health, wealth, relationships, and personal growth. It helps in arranging living and working spaces according to one's personal energy map.

4. Using the Calculator

Tips: Enter the Year Sum value (typically calculated from birth year digits). The value must be a positive integer. The calculator will compute the corresponding Kua number based on the Lo Shu grid formula.

5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: How is the Year Sum calculated?
A: The Year Sum is typically calculated by adding all digits of the birth year together (e.g., 1985 = 1+9+8+5 = 23, then 2+3 = 5).

Q2: What do the different Kua numbers represent?
A: Each Kua number (1-9) corresponds to a specific trigram and direction in the Lo Shu grid, representing different aspects of life energy and favorable orientations.

Q3: Is there a difference between male and female Kua calculations?
A: Yes, traditional Feng Shui often uses different calculation methods for males and females when determining Kua numbers from birth years.

Q4: Can Kua numbers change over time?
A: The personal Kua number based on birth year remains constant, but annual flying star calculations may provide additional temporal considerations.

Q5: How accurate is the Lo Shu Grid calculation?
A: The mathematical calculation is precise, but the interpretation and application in Feng Shui practice may vary among different schools and practitioners.