Amethyst Pixiu car keychain pendant

The Pixiu (pronounced: pí xiū) is regarded in Chinese Feng Shui as an extremely important mythical creature for attracting wealth, warding off evil, and protecting homes. Its Feng Shui applications are extensive and highly revered.

Below are the primary Feng Shui functions of the Pixiu:

1. Wealth Attraction and Prosperity (Core Function)Only In, Never Out: Legend says the Pixiu feeds on gold, silver, and jewels, and because it has a mouth but no anus (its most distinctive physical trait), the wealth it consumes is retained without loss. This symbolizes wealth accumulation, preservation, and prevention of financial leaks.  
     Attracts Wealth from All Directions: The Pixiu is believed to have a powerful ability to draw in both regular income (e.g., salary) and windfall gains (e.g., unexpected money, investment profits).  
     Boosts Business: Merchants particularly favor displaying the Pixiu, believing it attracts customers and brings continuous financial success.
2. Evil Warding and Negative Energy DispellingFierce Protection: With its fierce and majestic appearance (dragon head, horse body, scaled feet, resembling a lion), the Pixiu is said to patrol the heavens, driving away evil spirits. Thus, it possesses strong protective energy.  
     Neutralizes Harmful Qi: It can counteract negative Feng Shui influences like road-facing "sha" (冲煞), sharp angle "sha" (尖角煞), or "heavenly cut" sha (天斩煞), safeguarding household harmony.  
     Repels Ill-Wishers: Its intimidating aura is thought to deter backstabbers and malicious individuals.
3. Home Protection and PeaceGuards the Household: As an auspicious creature, the Pixiu shields the home, ensuring safety and harmony while keeping negative energies at bay.  
     Stabilizes Energy: Placed in homes or offices, it helps maintain balanced energy, enhancing overall positivity and security.
4. Luck Enhancement and Misfortune DispellingDrives Away Bad Luck: The Pixiu’s strong yang energy dispels gloom and misfortune.  
     Improves Overall Fortune: By attracting wealth, repelling evil, and protecting the home, it is believed to holistically uplift the owner’s luck and opportunities.

Key Feng Shui Practices for Using the Pixiu:

• Consecration (开光): Feng Shui practitioners widely agree that the Pixiu must undergo a proper consecration ritual (ideally performed at a temple or by a skilled Taoist master) to awaken its spiritual power. Unconsecrated Pixiu are considered mere decorative items.
• Placement (Critical):Wealth Spot: Typically placed in the home’s wealth area (determined by a Feng Shui expert or the common "bright wealth spot"—diagonal from the entrance). Face it toward the door or window to "draw in external wealth," but avoid direct alignment with the main door to prevent clashing with door deities.  
    Protection/Sha-Neutralizing Spot: Positioned where negative energy needs countering (e.g., windows or balconies facing roads or sharp angles).  
    Height: Should not be placed below head level (to show respect); elevated spots like shelves or altars are ideal.  
    Direction: Head should face doors, windows, or open spaces (to "inhale" energy), but avoid mirrors, toilets, or kitchen stoves (impure or conflicting areas). Never point its head directly inward at the main door (outward is acceptable).  
    Quantity: Pairs often consist of a male (left-facing head, attracts wealth) and female (right-facing head, preserves wealth). A single Pixiu is also effective.
• Care and Cleansing:  
    Keep the Pixiu and its surroundings clean. Periodically cleanse it with water (especially jade or crystal Pixiu), avoiding contamination.  
    A tradition involves placing a cup of water (symbolizing flowing wealth) or coins near its mouth, though this is optional.  
    Sincerity Matters: Genuine reverence enhances its efficacy.
• Materials: Common options include jade (e.g., yellow jade, jadeite), metal (copper, gold), crystal (citrine, obsidian), wood, or ceramic. Each material emphasizes different traits (e.g., jade for nobility, metal for wealth, obsidian for protection), but core functions remain—choose what resonates with you.
• Taboos:Avoid Random Touching: After consecration, refrain from letting others touch its eyes/mouth (key wealth-attracting areas). Family members cleaning it should announce their intent first.  
    No Unclean Areas: Never place near toilets, kitchens, or cluttered spaces.  
    Mirror Exposure: Prevent direct mirror reflections, as folklore warns it may "consume" its own attracted wealth.

Summary:

In Feng Shui, the Pixiu is a powerful wealth-attracting guardian. Its core values lie in accumulating wealth, repelling evil, and ensuring household safety. To maximize its effects, consecration, proper placement/direction, and maintaining cleanliness with respect are crucial. When acquiring or positioning one, consider your specific needs and space layout, consulting a Feng Shui expert if necessary.