What is 金神 (jīn shén) in Chinese metaphysics?

Metal Spirit: the three hours Yi-Chou, Ji-Si and Gui-You. Signifies stern decisiveness and quick thinking — forged into a great vessel by fire.

Original (Chinese): 乙丑、己巳、癸酉三时,主威严果敢、才思敏捷、见火炼成大器。

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