2027 Feng Shui Annual Afflictions – Grand Duke, Tai Sui, Sui Po, Three Killings

Protect yourself during the year of the Yin Fire Goat (Ding Wei), by avoiding the wrath of Tai Sui, the Grand Duke, Sui Po, and all of the other annual Feng Shui afflictions.

© Written and updated by Daniel Hanna 2026

Every year, as Chinese New Year approaches, we face a long list of tasks to tackle throughout our home, office, workspace, shop, and garden. It can feel overwhelming at first glance, but once everything is done, you’ll often notice the energy shifting for the better surprisingly quickly.

As we enter the year of the Yin Fire Goat on 6th February 2027, we will need to adapt to a different pace in the year ahead. Unlike the fast-moving and intense energy of the Fire Horse, the Goat brings a gentler influence, encouraging us to slow down and approach situations with greater thought and consideration. However, this does not mean we should become complacent or stagnant.

Preparing early for the year of the Goat will help you navigate the changing energies, make the most of the opportunities that arise and put yourself in the best possible position to welcome the year ahead. By starting the year on the right foot, you can work with the Goat’s influence and use it to your advantage.

The location of the annual Flying stars is changing on 4th February 2027 around every building in the world and with regard to the annual afflictions this year, they will be spread across four compass sectors, making the north, northeast, southwest and west the most important areas of your home and business to keep settled throughout the year.

Tai Sui location for 2027 – Southwest – 202.5° to 217.5°
Three killings location for 2027 – West – 247.5 – 292.5
Annual five yellow location for 2027 – North palace
Sui Po location for 2027 – Northeast – 22.5 – 37.5

The Three Killings, Tai Sui, the annual five, and Sui Po can all be disturbed by noisy building work such as renovations, construction, development, or heavy hammering and drilling. Fortunately, we’ve put together guidance on how to prevent triggering these annual afflictions in your home or workplace for 2027.

Over the past few years, we have received thousands of emails asking for advice on how to avoid disturbing Tai Sui, Sui Po or the three killings when drilling holes in the home or even when doing a home workout where the annual five star is located, as these activities can all disturb the afflictions.

Knowing where the yearly afflictions are in future years will help plan future jobs around the home, office and workplace and help avoid all sorts of problems that the annual afflictions can bring.

Our Period 9 Academy of Feng Shui software can easily do this for you, enabling you to become super organised and empowered and be able to enhance all areas of your life. However, in this article, we will discuss the annual afflictions for 2027, including where they are and how to avoid them.

The Three Killings also goes by the name of “Three Sha” and is an exact translation from the Chinese “San Sha”. Although the perception of the Three Killings is associated with the three earthly branches, its position is defined according to one of the four cardinal compass directions, namely North (water), East (wood), South (fire) and West (metal).

The four groups of harmonious alliances (trinities) separate the twelve earthly branches. If we are to establish the location of The Three Killings, we must first explore the trinities of the earthly branches and their phases.

Please do not get the earthly branches confused as The Three Killings; they merely designate the position of The Three Killings. The Three Killings sits in the opposite cardinal direction (spanning 90 degrees) of the phase represented by the year’s earthly branch.

For example:

The 2004 earthly branch was the Monkey. The Monkey belongs to the trinity of the water phase to the north. As such, the Three Killings sits in the south. Ie. 135.5º to 225.5º.

Another example:

The 2005 earthly branch was the Rooster belonging to the trinity of the metal phase to the west, which means that the Three Killings sat in the east during 2005.

What can I do to avoid the Three Killings in 2027?

The best way to avoid the wrath of the Three Killings during 2027 would be to not disturb the West of your home or workplace during the year of the Goat, although, for most of us, this will not be possible, so please read through this article and follow the advice below to keep things settled.

The West of my home falls into an easy to manage area in my home this year, as this goes across our conservatory and part of our patio. Luckily, the conservatory doesn’t get a huge amount of use and the part of the patio that this falls in is more of a walk through than an active area, so I will be able to keep this area calm and settled for the most part.

We also have the annual #2 star located in the west this year. Introduce a blend of metal and earth colours and elements into the West this year along with a Daxiang Protection Amulet to keep this area settled and weakened.

In Feng Shui, faceted crystal spheres are used to help disperse and harmonise Qi energy throughout a space. They can radiate auspicious energy while also absorbing negative energy to help neutralise its effects.

If you are confused about what should and shouldn’t be done in the West palace for 2027, I’ve written a few examples to hopefully give you a better idea.

• Installing a pond or swimming pool in the West- not advised and if unavoidable, make sure you place annual Feng Shui cures.
• Using a main door in the West- not advised and if unavoidable, make sure you place annual Feng Shui cures.
• Replacing windows or doors in the West- not advised and if unavoidable, make sure you place annual Feng Shui cures.
• Play drums in the West as loud as possible – not advised and if unavoidable, make sure you place annual Feng Shui cures.
• Drilling into walls in the West(single holes for hanging pictures should be fine) – not advised and if unavoidable, make sure you place annual Feng Shui cures.
• Lay a new patio or deck in the West- not advised and if unavoidable, make sure you place annual Feng Shui cures.

• Planting small plants with a hand spade in the West- fine to do so but still place annual cures
• Using a main door in the West quietly, avoiding slamming the doors – fine to do so
• Watching television or listening to music in the West at a reasonable volume – fine to do so
• Painting and decorating a bedroom in the West – fine to do so

If you have a task that you’re not sure about, send me a message in the comments section below, and I’ll get back to you as quickly as I can.

With the annual afflictions, there is always a way to work around this issue and carry out the work and not cause problems.

We bought a new home during lockdown that required quite a bit of modernisation, and I renovated the hallway in 2020, which is located in the east. This had the annual #5 star visiting in 2020 and in order to avoid causing any problems, I made sure all of the annual Feng Shui cures and enhancers were in place in the east for the year and then carefully removed the Parquet flooring myself with hand tools so that there was minimal noise and activity in the east and nearly no power tools used to refit the whole hallway.

By placing the relevant annual cures and enhancers, taking care of and avoiding making noise in the hall, we did not suffer any issues from the annual #5 star in 2020.

The three killings can bring health and financial issues when it is activated, which are areas of our lives that we cannot afford to take chances with, making it an extremely important area to take care with this year.

If you read through this article and follow the advice that I’ve given, you can avoid the issues associated with disturbing the Three Killings in the West, which can range from health issues, financial loss, injuries and, in extreme case, fatalities.

If your main door is located in the North, Northeast, West or Southwest in 2027, it’s likely to create some disturbance within the home or workplace. The most effective remedy is to ensure the door isn’t slammed when used. It also helps to oil the hinges and adjust the alignment so the door doesn’t catch on the frame.

More often than not, Feng Shui involves practical, everyday adjustments just as much as it involves placing cures and enhancers.

The ideal choice would be to use another door to enter the home in an area that is not afflicted in 2027, although this is very rarely an option.

If you have a shop or business entrance door in the North, Northeast, West or Southwest, I would suggest installing a soft close hinge along with the annual Feng Shui cures and enhancers, as this will save you from a lot of issues throughout the year. If the door is not slammed often in an afflicted area, you should not activate the nasty effects of the Three Killings or Sui Po.

How can I avoid problems caused by garden work in 2027?

Cutting the grass and hedges cant be avoided around the home, and I personally won’t be leaving certain compass sectors of my grass uncut during 2027.

The traditional cure for 2027 when cutting the grass, felling trees, trimming hedges or carrying out any other noisy or disruptive outdoor activity is to place a six-rod hollow metal wind chime outside your home, between the building and the area where the work is taking place. Ideally, this should be put in position before the work begins and left there for a few hours after it has finished.

If you do not have a suitable wind chime, you can temporarily place a weighty metal object between your home and the area where the work is being carried out. Suitable alternatives include heavy metal pots and pans or a metal dumbbell.

Another powerful cure is to place a symbol statue of a deity, such as the god of wealth, which is also known as ‘Tsai Shen Yeh’. Tsai Shen Yeh is one of the most potent and popular Chinese Gods of Wealth, who is usually depicted wearing a Dragon robe and sitting on a tiger.

The Tsai Shen Yeh carries a gold ingot and a sword on him. After he returned from a forest after studying the Tao, he was seen riding along on the back of a black tiger in all directions and carrying a sword to ward off evil influences around him. He is not meant to be worshipped but is there to symbolise money and wealth and attract the same into the house.

Is it better to face the Three Killings or sit with my back to it?

When you are spending time in one position, such as sitting at your work desk, watching television or sleeping, you should try to avoid sitting with your back towards the Three Killings in 2027, as this will disturb the Three Killings.

We receive many emails and phone calls regarding this subject, with many wondering if they should move their sofa chairs in the living room to avoid facing the Three Killings area.

Do not sit facing the East if you can avoid it (back to Three Killings).

You can face the West this year (facing Three Killings).

It is always best to avoid facing towards the East in 2027 for periods longer than two hours, although I would not worry if you are sitting down for dinner towards the East if this is under 2-4 hours.

If you do sit with your back to the West (facing East) for prolonged periods, you may find yourself feeling fatigued, lacking concentration and being the victim of gossip and rumours.

If you have no choice but to sit with your back to the Three Killings during the year of the Goat, please make sure that you have the relevant annual Feng Shui cures and enhancers in place for the year.

To summarise, try to avoid sitting so that you are facing towards the East in 2027, as this will have your back to the Three Killings.

Should I face Tai Sui or sit with my back to it in 2027?

Tai Sui, also known as Grand Duke of Jupiter and named the Year Star. Its position is signified by the earthly branch (Chinese animal) of the year.

The locations of the twelve earthly branches are:

• Rat (North)
• Ox and Tiger (Northeast)
• Rabbit (East)
• Dragon and Snake (Southeast)
• Horse (South)
• Sheep and Monkey (Southwest)
• Rooster (West)
• Dog and Pig/Boar (Northwest)

Tai Sui, or Grand Duke Jupiter, is unrelated to the planet Jupiter. However, there are some astrological reasons why it became the benchmark where Tai Sui was located; therefore, it was also called Grand Duke Jupiter.

Unlike San Sha Three Killings, I would not recommend facing Tai Sui during the year of the Goat as this will likely anger Tai Sui.

During 2027, please try to avoid facing towards the Southwest, as this direction is in conflict with Tai Sui this year. Anything under two hours will be fine, but make sure you get up and move about briefly in between.

You can face the Northeast in 2027, as this will put your back to Tai Sui for support and also appease the Three Killings.

An essential and powerful cure to appease Tai Sui in the Southwest this year and also enhance the annual #6 star, which is also located in the Southwest is to place a Miao Bing Tai Sui gold-plated plaque in the Southwest palace to appease Tai Sui, avoiding the negative influences that could take place.

If you can avoid it, please do not disturb the ground in the Southwest during 2027, as this will activate the malevolent energy of Tai Sui; if this can’t be avoided, please make sure that you have your Annual Cures and Enhancers in place for the year.

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The 2027 Annual Feng Shui Afflictions:

The Three Killings – West (247.5 – 292.5)

Please avoid noisy renovations in the west of your home or workplace whenever possible in 2027, as we have the Three Killings located here for the year.

We also have the annual #2 star, which carries an auspicious energy, although it is best to keep this area calm and settled throughout the year.

When possible, try to avoid major digging, such as foundations, in this area this year. However, digging small holes for plants or fence posts will be acceptable.

If you have no option but to perform work in the west during 2027, I would strongly recommend placing a six-hollow rod metal wind chime while the work is being carried out and for a few days after. We take this very seriously at the Feng Shui Store, as we’ve witnessed some disturbing events over the past 46 years when this energy has been disrupted.

To make the most of the positive energy in the west and settle the Three Killings, place a Daxiang Protection amulet for the year to introduce a balance of metal and earth. We have included the Daxiang Protection Amulet in both the Annual and Deluxe kits this year to help weaken the influence of the Three Killings and enhance the annual #2 star.

If you have a door located in the west this year, please take care when opening and closing it to ensure it is not slammed. To avoid disturbing the Three Killings, open and close the door calmly, or consider installing a soft-close hinge.

If urgent repairs are required to your home or office in the west, it is advisable to take precautions to minimise any potential negative consequences. You can place a six-rod hollow metal rod wind chime between the building and the area where the work is being carried out. Ideally, you should consult a professional Feng Shui Consultant who can select an auspicious date to commence the work.

Annual #5 yellow Flying Star – North Palace.

From 4th February 2027, the annual Five Yellow Star will fly into the North of every home, office and building for the year. When activated by noise, renovation work or frequent activity, this inauspicious influence is traditionally associated with disaster, illness, lawsuits and significant financial difficulties. It is therefore important to keep this area as calm and undisturbed as possible throughout the Year of the Goat.

When working in the North in 2027, this area should be kept quiet and calm, as frequent or loud sudden noise from building work can activate the #5 star. An ideal situation would be to avoid this area, although this usually isn’t possible.

To control and weaken the influence of the annual five star, especially if this area can’t be avoided, place a set of six Chinese I Ching coins tied with red ribbon, a six-rod hollow metal wind chime and a salt water cure in the North to avoid the problems that are associated with the #5 yellow disaster star.

A powerful and vital cure to place in the north of your home or office during 2027 is to place a gold-coloured Kwan Yin Statue in the north of your building to weaken and appease the annual #5 yellow star, promoting peace, good health and mental wellbeing.

Tai Sui (The Grand Duke of Jupiter) – Southwest (202.5 –217.5)

Like the Three Killings, Tai Sui should never be disturbed. The influence of Tai Sui can bring either positive or negative effects, depending on the annual Flying Stars that align with its location each year.

If your front door is located in the Southwest this year, it is important to avoid slamming or forcefully closing it, as this is one of the quickest ways to offend Tai Sui.

If the Southwest falls into an important room, such as a bedroom or living area, try to keep noise levels moderate; normal sound levels from the TV, radio or talking are not likely to cause issues, although it is best to avoid something like playing a musical instrument here.

The traditional way to appease Tai Sui during the Year of the Goat (2027) is to place a Miao Bing Tai Sui gold-plated plaque in the Southwest sector of your home or workplace for the entire year.

Placing a Tai Sui Plaque in the sector where he is located helps to honour and appease the Grand Duke, while also enhancing the annual #6 star for the year, as both fall into the same sector this year.

By showing respect to the Grand Duke of Jupiter (Tai Sui), we can reduce obstacles, avoid misfortune, and invite greater harmony throughout the year.

Sui Po (Year Breaker) – Northeast 22.5 – 37.5)

In 2027, Sui Po, the Year Breaker, will occupy the Northeast sector of your home or workplace, and like the other annual afflictions, this area will need to be kept calm and quiet throughout the year.

This area where Sui Po falls directly opposes Tai Sui, and when disturbed, this can trigger setbacks, financial issues, arguments and general bad luck. Too much activity in the Northeast during 2027 can lead to challenges for those living or working there.

In 2027, we will have Sui Po falling into the same sector as the annual #3 star, and when activated, both the annual star and Sui Po can bring heightened issues related to theft, disputes, heated arguments, wealth loss, and legal issues.

Like the other annual afflictions, you do not need to completely shut this area off for the year. By being mindful and treating this area with low noise and minimal disruption, you can stop this area from being activated.

To help settle this energy, you can place your Faceted 30mm Crystal Sphere in the Northeast to absorb and neutralise the negative qi in this area. This will help to calm the energy and maintain balance in this area.

Please try to avoid excessive noise, ground-breaking, or renovation in the Northeast during 2027. When Sui Po is disturbed, it can lead to health concerns, particularly for elderly occupants, so please take extra care to keep this sector quiet and undisturbed throughout the year.

If you cannot avoid work being done in these areas this year, there are still ways to help minimise risks. Try to choose a month when an auspicious monthly Flying star is visiting, or if you are worried, feel free to send me an email, and I’ll be happy to help.

Please do not panic if the West, North, Southwest or Northeast of your home or workplace has a bedroom, office, living room or other regularly used room in one of these areas; start preparing to place your 2027 cures and enhancers kit as of the 4^{th of} February to ensure a trouble-free year and also cleanse any old cures that you will be reusing this year.

Where are the rest of the bad Flying Stars in 2027?

With the Flying stars, we have a mix of auspicious and inauspicious stars. For 2027, we have four inauspicious stars fly into the different compass sectors.

The inauspicious stars we will need to be weakened with the relevant cures and elements to make sure that they do not bring any negative energy to our homes and workplaces.

• 3 star – This can be found in the Northeast in 2027 (along with Sui Po)
• 4 star – This can be found in the South in 2027
• 5 star – This can be found in the North in 2027
• 7 star – This can be found in the East in 2027

it is crucial that we cure and neutralise the inauspicious stars with the relevant Annual Cures and Enhancers for the year, as when disturbed or left untreated, they can cause all sorts of problems related to wealth, stress, illness, disputes, legal issues, death and much more so please make sure that you read through carefully on how to avoid issues during the year of the Goat.

If one of the inauspicious stars falls into your spare room, bathroom, storage cupboard or other lesser-used room, this will help avoid activating the star this year. However, please be sure to treat this area accordingly to help weaken the negative energy for the year.

How far do we take the advice we give with regard to the Feng Shui Annual afflictions?

For 2027, we will all be placing the relevant cures and enhancers for the year of the Goat in every sector of our home to make sure that the inauspicious stars are weakened and the auspicious stars are as powerful as they can be.

I’m not personally worried about the annual afflictions during the year of the Goat, as I know where they are located and will be careful when carrying out tasks in these areas throughout the year. We had a few instances around our home where we had to get work done where the annual afflictions were located in 2026, although with careful planning, we didn’t see any big issues from this.

Having good Feng Shui is equally about being aware of potential dangers and making allowances. By doing this and also placing cures, you can and will avoid many problems as avoidance and preparation are two potent tools in Feng Shui.

What should I do if I need to repair a driveway or have a similar renovation?

If your garden falls into the north, northeast, southwest or west this year, the best course of action would be to avoid building an extension or changing a patio in 2027. However, I appreciate that some things just can’t be left or avoided, such as an overgrown hedge or a collapsed pipe in the ground. If you can’t avoid building work or digging, use the following rules to reduce any harm that may result.

Back in 2008, we had to replace our large driveway that fell in the north, northwest and northeast. While some of these areas were affected, 2008 was the best year to do the work, and if we had carried out the work in 2027), it would have caused us many problems as the annual #5 is located in the north and Sui Po is located in the northeast.

We employed extra builders (6 in total) to ensure the work was done over six days, as even the monthly stars can have an influence. By placing all the cures in 2008 and also placing a six-rod wind chime in the NW, we had no problems at all. So, don’t worry too much if you can’t avoid work in the north, northeast, southwest or west in 2026.

Place a six-rod metal wind chime between your house and building while the work is being done.

Start trimming or mowing from a different corner of the garden. Let us say your garden is in the West of the property where the Three Killings is located in 2027. You should aim to start your garden work from the northwest or southeast corner of the garden as this carries an auspicious energy during the year of the Goat.

The simple thing to remember is to AVOID doing heavy work here and no digging or breaking ground, I have seen some nasty repercussions created from disturbing these afflictions in a year way too many times.

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