Mansion 22 – Jing (Well)

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05♋19 to 05♌43

The 22nd Chinese lunar mansion is named 井宿 Jǐng Su, “Well Mansion.” It is the 1st of the 7 mansions of the Vermilion Bird of the South. It represents a large net in front of the Vermilion Bird’s head.
The Well Mansion contains 22 star officials (asterisms) and 63 stars, distributed in the constellations Auriga, Gemini, Cancer, Canis Major, Canis Minor, Carina, Columba, Monoceros, Orion and Puppis. ^[1]

#	Asterism	English	2000	Constellations	Stars
1	Jǐng	Well	05♋19	Gemini	8
2	Yuè	Battle Axe	03♋26	Gemini	1
3	Nánhé	South River	21♋40	Canis Minor	3
4	Běihé	North River	19♋06	Gemini	3
5	Tiānzūn	Celestial Wine Cup	14♋13	Gemini	3
6	Wuzhūhóu	Five Feudal Kings	11♋08	Gemini	5
7	Jīshuǐ	Accumulated Water	16♋52	Auriga	1
8	Jīxīn	Pile of Firewood	23♋41	Gemini	1
9	Shuǐfǔ	Irrigation Official	01♋51	Orion	4
10	Shuǐwèi	Water Level	12♋16	Canis Minor / Cancer	4
11	Sìdú	Four Rivers	06♋16	Monoceros / Gemini	4
12	Jūnshì	Market for Soldiers	07♋12	Canis Major	6
13	Yějī	Wild Cockerel	11♋45	Canis Major	1
14	Zhàngrén	Grandfather	18♊43	Columba	2
15	Zǐ	Son	26♊26	Columba	2
16	Sūn	Grandson	03♋04	Columba	2
17	Quèqiū	Palace Gate	12♋47	Monoceros	2
18	Tiānláng	Celestial Wolf	14♋05	Canis Major	1
19	Húshǐ	Bow and Arrow	18♋35	Canis Major / Puppis	9
20	Lǎorén	Old Man	14♋59	Carina	1

Constellation Jing the Well

29♉25 to 00♊37

Those born under the constellation Jing are sentimental, witty, and naturally honest. They are passionate individuals with a dual personality, being both cheerful and composed. However, their strong sense of pride can make them inflexible.

It belongs to the Wood element and is associated with the mythical beast, Bi’an. It is the first constellation in the south, and its star cluster resembles a net, hence the name “Jing” (the character “Jing” resembles a net). The Jing constellation is like a net facing you, or a bottomless ocean; therefore, it is considered mostly inauspicious.

When the Jing constellation is in power, things will not go smoothly; bad luck will outweigh good luck, and plagues and disasters will occur. All requests will be unfavorable, and money will be lost, and a hundred calamities will follow.

The character “井” (Jing) appears in the Records of the Grand Historian, specifically in the section on celestial offices. The eight stars of the constellation Jing resemble a well, hence the name. Jing belongs to the constellation Gemini and is located between the constellations Helios and Shen (参宿). This is one way to locate Jing. ^[2]

Jing Muyan

Those born under the Well Mansion will have varying degrees of wealth, whether or not they have it. They tend toward love, reputation, and officialdom. Even if they encounter official troubles, they will eventually be extricated. They are prone to illness and have many children. They are ambitious and may face urgent difficulties. However, in terms of conduct, they are somewhat upright and honest.

Any act of charity will surely yield great results. Any undertakings will be successful. They are suitable for performing various sacrifices, Brahmanical rituals, and heavenly rituals. Marriage and taking wives will surely bring many offspring. All undertakings with this sign are auspicious. However, they are not suitable for preparing or taking medicine.

Well Advice

It’s easy to damage relationships by arguing with others, ultimately leading to a superficial victory but a real loss. It’s a losing proposition. A more tactful approach to relationships can strengthen connections and attract more people to help.

Sometimes, those born under the Jing constellation are prone to misjudging people. This can lead them to help the wrong people and become accomplices to evil. Conversely, they may neglect those who are important and close to them. It’s important not to focus solely on superficial matters and so-called theories that lead them astray. Establishing guiding principles before acting will greatly help those born under the Jing constellation.

Success for those born under the Well Constellation often comes from the blessings gained by continuously helping others. Instead of relying on one’s own judgment and excessive competitiveness, it’s better to be more compassionate and helpful to those around them. At the same time, learning to appreciate the happiness one already has and avoiding excessive criticism will help those born under the Well Constellation experience increasingly smooth lives. ^[3]