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Meaning and Context
The chin belongs to the "Lower Section" (下停) in the Three Sections framework. It represents the earthly realm and governs a person's later life development, material stability, and endurance.
- Location: Below the mouth to the bottom of the face
- Also called: Di Ge (地阁, Earth Chamber)
- Age range: Governs fortune from age 61 onward
- Represents: Later-life fortune, willpower, property, endurance
Classical Roots
From Shenxiang Quanbian
「地阁方圆，晚景丰足。」
Plain translation
"A square and rounded Earth Chamber (chin) indicates abundant later life." This connects chin shape to late-life prosperity.
Reading Framework
Key aspects when observing the chin:
- Shape: A rounded, full chin suggests good later-life fortune
- Projection: Slight forward projection indicates determination
- Width: A broad chin suggests stability and material security
- Skin condition: Smooth, unblemished skin indicates fewer late-life obstacles
How It Shows Up in FateFolio
In FateFolio's face reading, the chin is assessed as part of the Three Sections evaluation, with observations about later-life tendencies and material stability.
Common Misconceptions
- A small chin does not mean poor later-life fortune — it may indicate different patterns
- Chin shape alone does not determine life outcomes
- The chin's significance applies to later life, not overall fortune
FAQ
What does a receding chin indicate?
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A receding chin traditionally suggests a more gentle, yielding personality and potentially more challenges in accumulating property or establishing late-life stability. However, this is a tendency, not a fixed outcome, and other facial features provide important context.