Ba Jin was a renowned Chinese writer and literary figure who became one of the most influential authors of modern Chinese literature. Born Li Yaotang, he adopted the pen name Ba Jin and dedicated his life to writing novels, essays, and translations that explored themes of youth, love, and social revolution.
Known for: Family trilogy (Family, Spring, Autumn), Love trilogy (Fog, Rain, Lightning), Random Thoughts essays, translation of anarchist literature, advocacy for literary freedom
Ba Jin's Natal Chart
Tropical zodiac · planetary positions at birth, Chengdu, People's Republic of China (approximate - birth time not recorded)
| Planet | Sign | Degree | Rx |
|---|---|---|---|
| ☉Sun | Sagittarius | 2° 48' 42" | |
| ☽Moon | Cancer | 1° 30' 55" | |
| ☿Mercury | Sagittarius | 16° 39' 37" | |
| ♀Venus | Capricorn | 8° 18' 27" | |
| ♂Mars | Libra | 3° 02' 51" | |
| ♃Jupiter | Aries | 20° 57' 11" | R |
| ♄Saturn | Aquarius | 15° 29' 55" | |
| ♅Uranus | Sagittarius | 28° 31' 35" | |
| ♆Neptune | Cancer | 7° 39' 29" | R |
| ♇Pluto | Gemini | 21° 02' 38" | R |
| ☊Rahu | Virgo | 14° 23' 43" | R |
| ☋Ketu | Pisces | 14° 23' 43" | R |
Note: Ba Jin's exact birth time is not publicly recorded. This chart shows planetary positions computed at 12:00 UTC on the birth date — accurate for slow-moving planets (Mars through Pluto) but the Moon position may be off by up to half a sign. Ascendant and houses are not shown.
Birth Details
- Date
- November 25, 1904
- Place
- Chengdu
- Country
- People's Republic of China
- Timezone
Zodiac Profile
- Sun Sign
- Sagittarius
- Element
- Fire
- Quality
- Mutable
- Ruling Planet
- Jupiter
Human Design Profile
Birth time unknown - type is accurate; authority & profile may vary.
Incarnation Cross
Right Angle Cross of Gates 34/20/59/55
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Cosmic Identity
Spirit Animal
Eagle
The eagle embodies Ba Jin's Sagittarian quest for philosophical heights and intellectual freedom, soaring above conventional boundaries to gain broader perspectives on human nature. His Life Path 5 energy resonates with the eagle's fearless exploration of new territories, both geographical and ideological, as he navigated between traditional Chinese culture and revolutionary Western ideas.
Archetype
Revolutionary Sage
Ba Jin embodied the Revolutionary Sage through his Sagittarian fire, using literature as a vehicle to challenge social conventions and inspire generational change. His Life Path 5 manifested as constant intellectual exploration, breaking free from traditional literary forms to forge new paths in Chinese modernist writing.
Power Planet
Jupiter — This expansive planet amplified Ba Jin's Sagittarian vision, blessing him with the philosophical depth and cultural influence to bridge Eastern and Western literary traditions.
Elemental Dominance
Fire (Sagittarius) — This fiery element fueled Ba Jin's passionate commitment to social justice and literary innovation, burning away outdated traditions to illuminate new possibilities for Chinese literature and society.
Fame Signature
Ba Jin's Sagittarian sun blessed him with the philosophical vision and moral courage to address universal human themes that transcended cultural boundaries. His literary fame emerged from Jupiter's influence, expanding his local stories into works of international significance that spoke to the human condition across cultures.
Shadow Side
His Sagittarian idealism sometimes led to overly optimistic views of human nature and social change, creating internal conflicts when reality fell short of his revolutionary dreams. The restless energy of Life Path 5 occasionally manifested as difficulty finding lasting satisfaction with his achievements, driving him toward constant reinvention.
Numerology
5
Life Path
The Explorer
9
Expression
The Humanitarian
1
Soul Urge
The Leader
8
Personality
The Achiever
Ba Jin's Life Path 5 perfectly complemented his Sagittarian sun, creating a cosmic blueprint for intellectual adventure and cultural exploration. This combination drove him to constantly seek new experiences and perspectives, making him a bridge between traditional Chinese values and modern revolutionary ideals.
Lucky Gemstones
Aquamarine
Primary - Life Path 5
Turquoise
Secondary - Sagittarius Sun Sign
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