The Bagwa (Pa Kua) consists of eight trigrams (sacred emblems) sometimes called directions or activities. It is used to encourage the flow of Chi' (energy). It is regarded as the primary building brick of the universe.
Size of metal bagwa: 7.2cm x 7.2cm
Bagwa, bagua, pa kua has a circular mirror in the centre which is used as a general cure externally. Only in special circumstances should it be placed inside the home or business. The eight trigrams (sacred emblems) surrounding the bagwa mirror must be in the former heaven pattern, which is believed to create an energy field to repel negative influences whilst the round mirror attracts positive aspects.