Gongmang (Void): Pouring Water into a Broken Jar?

Star of Vain Effort, Gongmang

When 10 Heavenly Stems and 12 Earthly Branches pair up, 2 Earthly Branches remain without a partner. This is called Gongmang. The connection with the corresponding relative is thin, or results tend to be small compared to efforts.

Paradox of Gongmang: Filling Because It’s Empty

A person whose Wealth is Gongmang may become incredibly rich due to a severe thirst for money, and a person whose Official (Career) is Gongmang may rise to a high position chasing honor. **

Energy of Transcending the Mundane

Gongmang is also a state where realistic desires are empty. Therefore, outstanding achievements are made in spiritual fields such as religion, philosophy, and art. It is an energy commonly found in the Saju of innovators like Steve Jobs or Einstein.**