Discover Korean Saju (Four Pillars of Destiny), the ancient fortune-telling system that reveals personality, relationships, and destiny through your birth year, month, day, and hour.

When East Meets West in Reading Your Destiny Curious about how Korean Saju stacks up against Western astrology? Imagine two different languages telling the same story about you — one uses the poetry of nature’s cycles, the other draws a star map in the sky. Both aim to reveal who you are and where you might be headed, but their methods, philosophies, and cultural flavors couldn’t be more different. Let’s break it down without the mystic mumbo-jumbo — but with just enough magic to keep things interesting. 1. Where It All Began — Different Roads to the Same Question Korean...

Introduction In Korean fortune telling and seasonal traditions, Sambok (Three Bok Days) – Chobok, Jungbok, and Malbok – mark the hottest periods of summer according to the lunar calendar. These days have cultural, agricultural, and even astrological significance within Korean astrology and the Four Pillars of Destiny (Saju) system. This guide explores the history, meaning, and customs of Sambok, keeping in mind its symbolic connection to Yin-Yang and the Five Elements. Year Chobok (First Day) Jungbok (Second Day) Malbok (Last Day) 2025 July 20, 2025 July 30, 2025 August 9, 2025 2026 July 15, 2026 July 25, 2026 August 14,...

Look, I need to be honest about something. Learning Korean saju reading nearly broke me. Not in some dramatic, life-shattering way – more like death by a thousand paper cuts. You know that feeling when you realize you’ve been fooling yourself about something important? Yeah, that was me, three months into studying the Four Pillars of Destiny. But I’m getting ahead of myself. Let me start from the beginning. The Rabbit Hole That Started It All Like most people, I stumbled into Korean fortune telling through pure anxiety. My career felt stuck, my relationship was… complicated, and I was making...

What Exactly is Samjae (삼재)? Hey everyone! Today we’re diving into one of the most talked-about (and honestly, most feared) concepts in Korean fortune telling – Samjae (삼재), also known as the “Three Disasters.” If you’ve ever mentioned your birth year to Korean elders and seen them suddenly look concerned while muttering something about “삼재,” then you’ve encountered this ancient belief firsthand. It’s one of those Korean astrology concepts that can send people into a panic, but here’s the thing – it might not be as scary as everyone thinks. Let me break down what Samjae actually means, why it...

Ever wanted to get a proper Korean saju reading but realized you don’t know your exact birth time? Trust me, you’re not alone in this struggle. I’ve met countless people who are dying to explore Korean astrology and understand their Four Pillars of Destiny, but they hit this same roadblock. Here’s the thing – while your parents might remember every detail about your first word or first step, asking them “Hey, was I born at 3:17 AM or 3:43 AM?” often gets you a blank stare. Maybe they were a bit preoccupied with, you know, bringing you into the world!...

Hey everyone! Have you ever heard that old Korean saying about how couples with a 4-year age gap are so perfectly matched that they don’t even need Korean saju reading to check their compatibility? It’s one of those pieces of wisdom that gets passed down through generations, and honestly, it’s everywhere in Korean culture. Your grandmother probably mentioned it, you’ve seen it referenced in K-dramas, and it’s become this almost unquestionable truth about relationships. But here’s the thing – most people can’t actually explain why four years is the magic number. Today, I’m going to show you the fascinating Korean...

What is Korean Samjae? The Basics If you’ve ever gotten a Korean saju reading and heard the fortune teller mention “samjae” (삼재) with a concerned look, you probably felt your heart skip a beat. The term literally means “three disasters,” which honestly sounds terrifying. But before you start googling protective charms or booking emergency cleansing rituals, let’s talk about what Korean samjae actually means in modern Korean astrology. I’ve seen way too many people get completely freaked out by this concept, and unfortunately, some unscrupulous fortune tellers use it to scare clients into buying expensive services. Today, we’re going to...

Before Understanding Korean Saju Reading and Love Compatibility Hi everyone! I’m back with another post about Korean saju fortune telling, and today we’re diving into something I get asked about constantly – compatibility readings. Since this tends to be popular with younger people, I’m going to keep things light and approachable. But first, let me be completely honest about something important. Quick note before we dive in: Even if you don’t know someone’s exact birth time, you can still use these basic techniques to check your compatibility with your favorite K-pop idol, that actor you’re crushing on, or anyone else...

How to read your birth chart fast? Use these all-in-one Saju tables to see what is your destiny based on your birthday. Note: Calculations may vary by tradition or region. Use this table as a reference only. Heavenly Stems (십천간) The 10 stem energies with yin/yang and elements for core qualities. No. Stem (Hangul/Hanja) Korean-style Romanization Pinyin Yin/Yang Element (KR/EN) Reader-friendly Cue 1 갑 (甲) Gap Jia Yang 木 Mok / Wood Big tree, starter 2 을 (乙) Eul Yi Yin 木 Mok / Wood Vine, flexible 3 병 (丙) Byeong Bing Yang 火 Hwa / Fire Sun, visibility 4...

Why AI Can’t Read Your Saju Accurately: The Truth About ChatGPT Fortune Telling I’ve been getting tons of questions lately about using ChatGPT for saju readings and whether AI fortune telling can replace traditional Korean astrology analysis. After testing various AI platforms and comparing them with professional readings, I need to share some hard truths. The short answer? AI saju readings are fundamentally flawed – and I’m going to show you exactly why. The Rise of AI Fortune Telling: What’s Actually Happening With AI-powered fortune telling platforms becoming increasingly popular, more people are turning to ChatGPT saju analysis and specialized...

What Is a Day Pillar in Saju Reading? If you’ve ever wondered why certain K-pop idols seem to have such distinct personalities or natural chemistry with each other, Korean traditional astrology might offer some fascinating insights. In Korean culture, Saju (사주, literally “four pillars”) is an ancient system that analyzes personality and destiny based on birth information. The Day Pillar (일주, Il-ju) is considered the most important element in Saju analysis. It consists of two components: Think of it as your cosmic DNA – a unique combination that influences everything from your natural talents to your compatibility with others. Why...

Just like when I previously created a list of daily pillars (ilju) for Korean celebrities in Four Pillars of Destiny astrology, this time I’ve compiled a list of the daily pillars that serve as the foundation when analyzing the Four Pillars charts of globally famous people from a Korean perspective. The daily pillars were calculated based on birth dates available on the internet. Since the birth time – one of the most important factors when reading Four Pillars charts – is unknown, I set it to midnight and calculated accordingly. For how to read Four Pillars charts and basic concepts,...

Today, instead of talking about Saju, let’s explore a common Korean expression people often say when something bad happens: “It must have been Aekddaem!” or “Let’s just call it Aekddaem.” Okay, so picture this: You’re having the worst day ever. Your phone dies right before an important call, you spill coffee all over your favorite shirt, and then you miss your bus. Most people would be cursing their luck, right? But in Korea, your grandmother might actually smile and say, “That’s good 액땜 (aekddaem)!” Wait, what? Good? How is ruining my day good? The 액땜 Meaning: When Bad Luck is...