The Nine Stars' Auspicious and Malevolent Verses

天蓬平穩宜堅固，天芮須憂士卒亡。天輔遠凶近則吉，天柱軍馬近遠傷。天英兵將何從擊，亦應危難見惶惶。天沖揚威萬里行，天禽雄猛敵軍顧。天心密計他須敗，天任何憂不大贏。

This song summarizes the auspiciousness and inauspiciousness of the nine stars in military affairs in a few lines: When encountering the Tianpeng Star, the situation is stable, and it is suitable to hold the fort and defend; when encountering the Tianrui Star, there is concern for the loss of soldiers. When encountering the Tianfu Star, distant attacks are inauspicious, but close combat is favorable; when encountering the Tianzhu Star, regardless of distance, the army will suffer losses. When encountering the Tianying Star, the soldiers and generals have nowhere to strike, and they will face dangers and anxiety. When encountering the Tianchong Star, one can display power over a vast area and advance directly. When encountering the Tianqin Star, our army is strong and fierce, while the enemy can only look back. When encountering the Tianxin Star, using secret strategies can lead to the enemy's defeat; when encountering the Tianren Star, there is no worry of not achieving great victory.

玉璋曰：九天之上六甲子，九地之下六癸酉，三奇之下六丁卯，六合之下六己巳。六甲為值符，即九天也。六癸，即九地，謂之癸酉者，從甲子而言也。六丁為三奇之靈，六己為六合之位，皆舉甲子二旬而言也。

The Jade璋 says: Above the nine heavens corresponds to Jiazi among the six Jia, and below the nine earths corresponds to Guiyou among the six Gui. Below the three marvels corresponds to Dingmao among the six Ding, and below the six harmonies corresponds to Jisi among the six Ji. The original annotation explains: The six Jia are the chief symbol, which is also the nine heavens; the six Gui are the nine earths. The reason for specifically mentioning 'Guiyou' is because it is counted sequentially from Jiazi in this ten-day cycle. The six Ding are the most effective among the three marvels, and the six Ji is the position of the six harmonies. Here, examples are given using the Jiazi and Jiaxu cycles, and the rest can be inferred similarly.

天乙飛宮，不宜進兵，後應則吉。白入熒利主，熒入白利客。龍逃走、雀投江，不利客宜叛應。蛇妖矯、虎猖狂，不利主宜先舉。大格、刑格必敗。值符是庚又宜避丙丁之宮，此是格勃，非回首也。陽時要天盤強，陰時要地盤強。反吟有吉格，亦宜進兵，當乘亂破殺；伏吟宜藏兵暗地，使敵入我伏中，要擇九天開門值符下出兵吉。

When encountering "Heavenly Virtue Flying Palace," it is not advisable to take the initiative in military action; instead, waiting for the enemy to move first and then responding is more favorable. If "White enters Fluorescent" occurs, it benefits the main side; if "Fluorescent enters White" occurs, it benefits the opposing side. If "Azure Dragon Flees" or "Vermilion Bird Falls into River" occurs, it is unfavorable for the opposing side, and one should hold back and wait for the enemy to make the first move before counterattacking. If "Teng Snake Tricks" or "White Tiger Runs Wild" occurs, it is unfavorable for the main side, and it is advisable to take the initiative first. If "Great Obstruction" or "Crime Obstruction" occurs, military action will surely result in defeat. If the value symbol itself is Jiu Geng, one should also avoid the palace where Bing and Ding are located—this is called "Contradictory Grid," and it should not be mistaken for "Azure Dragon Returns." During a yang hour, one should check the strength of the Heaven Plate; during a yin hour, one should check the strength of the Earth Plate. If encountering reverse chant and there is also a favorable grid among them, it is still possible to take military action, and one should seize the opportunity to attack in chaos. If encountering hidden chant, it is advisable to hide the troops in secret, lure the enemy into one's ambush, and choose to deploy troops from the palace below the Nine Heavens, Open Door, and the value symbol.

回首、跌穴、三詐、九遁之類，最忌下克上。時干剋日干，主下犯上，主勝客。奇儀相合安營最利。立寨須看六庚與玄武所臨之宮，主有劫營之賊，所遇無非*細。陽時陰神者，遇兩重玄武，賊必來偷劫。乙加辛賊來偷劫敗，自敗而返。若乙得旺氣，此一路必有伏兵。

"The terms 'Qinglong Looking Back,' 'Flying Bird Falling into a Cave,' 'Three Deceptions,' and 'Nine Evasions' are particularly unfavorable when the Earth Plate overpowers the Heaven Plate (lower overpowers upper). When the Hour Stem overpowers the Day Stem, it indicates subordinates offending superiors; in a battle, the defending side will win and the attacking side will lose. The directions where the Three Marvels align with the Six Instruments are most suitable for setting up camp. Before establishing a camp, one must check where the Six Geng and the Black Tortoise are located—those directions indicate the presence of enemy troops attempting to attack the camp, and the people encountered are mostly spies. If during a yang hour, the position of the Yin Spirit also shows the Black Tortoise, forming two Black Tortoises, the enemy will definitely launch a surprise attack. If the Yi Marvel is placed on the Xin Instrument (Qinglong fleeing), although the enemy comes to steal and attack, they will fail and retreat. If at this time the Yi Marvel also receives strong energy, there must be hidden troops on that road."

虎猖狂若不會合驚開二門，不甚為客；龍回首主兵大利客亦不凶。丙加壬亦有文書奇纏遺失。六儀擊刑最凶，雖使六儀為值符，亦不可用。三奇入墓百無一成。刑格大格小格遇此者，車破馬倒，慎勿追趕，反格其咎。

The White Tiger being rampant will not be very harmful to the opposing side if it does not combine with the Jing Door and the Open Door, both of which are metal doors. The Azure Dragon looking back is highly advantageous to the main side and not harmful to the opposing side. If the Bing Qi is placed on the Ren, there will be issues such as disputes over documents and loss of valuable items. "Six Instruments striking punishment" is the most severe, even if one of the Six Instruments is serving as the Chief Symbol at that time, it is still not usable. "Three Marvels entering the tomb" will result in nothing being accomplished. Whenever encountering "刑格" (punishment pattern), "大格" (great pattern), or "小格" (small pattern), going to war will lead to destroyed vehicles and overturned horses. One must not pursue the enemy, otherwise the misfortune of the pattern will fall back upon oneself.

天乙飛宮切勿進兵，天乙伏宮須移幔丙丁方避之。飛宮則將軍當隨天上值符而飛；伏宮則將軍當隨值符而伏。妖矯不可對敵，宜移帳到戊己方。六合臨主敵有人降，事必成。交戰最利傷門，景門勝而不久，休門止宜堅守。

When encountering "Tian Yi Fei Gong," one must never advance with troops; when encountering "Tian Yi Fu Gong," the camp must be moved to the direction of Bing and Ding to take shelter. When Fei Gong occurs, the main general should follow the Heaven Plate's Chief Symbol to move; when Fu Gong occurs, the main general should follow the Chief Symbol to hide. When encountering "Teng She Yao Jiao," one must not engage the enemy directly in battle; instead, the central military tent should be moved to the two Earthly Branches of Wu and Ji. When Liu He is present, the enemy will send someone to surrender, and whatever plans are made will surely succeed. The most favorable time for battle is to use Shang Men; using Jing Men may lead to victory but the advantage will not last long; using Xiu Men is only suitable for defense.

白入熒賊來偷營，即伏兵於北方迎戰；熒入白，凡遇賊兵即時發兵，少遲則讓賊為客，及宜避之。置陣之法，用本日日干之五行，甲乙為直陣，丙丁為銳陣，戊己為方陣，庚辛為圓陣，壬癸為曲陣。

When encountering "White enters Fluorescent," enemies will attack the camp, and troops should be hidden in the north to fight. When encountering "Fluorescent enters White," one should immediately send troops upon encountering enemy forces; any hesitation is equivalent to giving the "guest" position to the enemy, and at that time one should instead retreat. The method of arranging the formation is determined by the Five Phases of the Day Stem: Jia and Yi belong to wood, and a straight formation is used; Bing and Ding belong to fire, and a sharp formation is used; Wu and Ji belong to earth, and a square formation is used; Geng and Xin belong to metal, and a circular formation is used; Ren and Gui belong to water, and a curved formation is used.

奇門演卦，其法不一。有以值符與值使合而成卦者，有以八門共八方合而成卦者。兩者所用不同，其符使所成之卦可用之。以克靜應期時候軍兵對壘，即用之以定主客雌雄、陣勢得失，或邦國治居，以之卜地土安危、謁訪出行，以之占去向、通塞。

To predict by converting the Qimen disk into the six yao hexagram, there are multiple methods: some use the Chief Symbol and Duty Gate to form one hexagram, while others match the eight gates with the eight directions they govern to form the Eight Trigrams. The purposes of these two methods differ. The hexagram formed by the Chief Symbol and Duty Gate is used to predict the timing of static events; during military confrontations, it is used to determine the strength of the opposing sides and the gains and losses of the formations; when dealing with the stability of states, the safety of residences, it is used to predict whether the territory is secure; when visiting or traveling, it is used to predict whether the direction is favorable.

至於捕捉、逃亡、行人、失物，俱可用此而推之焉。其門方所成之卦，可以克路應、察來意，又可以卜自己日內之吉凶，並可以決他人未來之禍福。至於鴉鵲噪、什物響鳴一切異兆，皆可用是而預卜其休咎矣。

As for matters such as apprehending fugitives, tracking down escaped persons, news about people leaving home, and the whereabouts of lost items, they can all be predicted using the卦 formed by the Chief Symbol and the Duty Gate. As for the hexagrams formed by the eight gates paired with the eight directions, they can be used to interpret omens on the road, understand the intentions of those arriving, predict one's own recent fortune and misfortune, and also determine the future fortune or misfortune of others. Phenomena such as crows and magpies making noise or objects making sounds without cause can all be used to foretell good or bad fortune.

其法以地盤值符所在之宮為內卦，天盤值使所在之宮為外卦。假如陽遁一局甲戌旬辛巳時，地下值符在坤二宮，天上值使在離九宮，即演成火地晉卦也。餘類推。

The specific method is: use the palace where the Earth Plate Chief Symbol is located as the Inner Trigram (Lower Trigram), and the palace where the Heaven Plate Duty Gate is located as the Outer Trigram (Upper Trigram). For example, in the first Yang Dun array of the Jiaxu decade at the Xinsi hour, the Earth Plate Chief Symbol falls in the Kun two palace (Kun represents Earth), and the Heaven Plate Duty Gate falls in the Li nine palace (Li represents Fire). With the Upper Trigram Li and the Lower Trigram Kun, it forms the hexagram "Fire over Earth, Jin." The other hours are handled in the same way.

其法以八方定位為外卦，所臨之八門為內卦。假如陽遁一局丁卯時，此時休門值使到巽宮，則東南即為水風井卦；死門到乾六宮，則西北即為地天泰卦；傷門到兌七宮，則正西即為雷澤歸妹卦；杜門到艮八宮，則東北即為風山漸卦；開門到離九宮，則正南即為天火同人卦；驚門到坎一宮，則正北即為澤水困卦；生門到坤二宮，則西南即為山地剝卦；景門到震三宮，則正東即為火雷噬嗑卦。餘例推。

This method uses the fixed trigrams of the eight directions as the outer trigram (upper trigram), and the trigram corresponding to the eight gates that fall into that direction as the inner trigram (lower trigram). For example, in the first yang遁 (Yang Dun) arrangement at Dingmao time, the duty gate, Xiu Men (Heavenly Water), moves to the Xun sector, making the southeast direction the hexagram "Water Wind Well"; the Death Door (Earth), moves to the Qian sector, making the northwest direction the hexagram "Earth Heaven Tai"; the Shang Men (Thunder), moves to the Dui sector, making the due west direction the hexagram "Thunder Lake Gui Mei"; the Du Men (Wind), moves to the Gen sector, making the northeast direction the hexagram "Wind Mountain Jian"; the Open Door (Heaven), moves to the Li sector, making the due south direction the hexagram "Heavenly Fire Tong Ren"; the Jing Door (Lake), moves to the Kan sector, making the due north direction the hexagram "Lake Water Kun"; the Life Gate (Mountain), moves to the Kun sector, making the southwest direction the hexagram "Mountain Earth Bo"; and the Jing Gate (Fire), moves to the Zhen sector, making the due east direction the hexagram "Fire Thunder Shi Ke". The same principle applies to other hours.

一時有八卦，而所用止一卦。如克路應，只看所去方上之卦。卜來人善惡，只看其來方之卦。卜來人災福，只看其所坐方位之卦。卜自己吉凶，須看何方響動，即看其方之卦。卜鴉鳴鵲噪並一切怪異，即其所在方位之卦也。

A single hour may produce eight hexagrams, but only one is actually used. For example, if predicting the outcome of a journey, one looks at the hexagram corresponding to the direction one is heading. If determining whether a visitor is good or evil, one examines the hexagram of the direction from which the visitor comes. If judging the fortune or misfortune of a visitor, one uses the hexagram of the direction in which the visitor is sitting. If predicting one's own fortune or misfortune, one listens to which direction has movement and uses the hexagram of that direction. If divining about crows or magpies calling or any strange occurrences, one uses the hexagram of the direction where the birds are located.

世為客，應為主。世克應，應生世，利為客，宜先動。應克世，世生應，利為主，宜後動。世空客兵不進，應空主兵不前。世衰應旺，客弱主強；世旺應衰，客勇主怯。世應比和，戰亦不分勝負。若世應俱受月日之傷克，多敗。

After the hexagram is formed, the World Line represents the guest force, and the Response Line represents the main force. If the World Line overcomes the Response Line, or the Response Line generates the World Line, it is favorable for the guest force to take the initiative. If the Response Line overcomes the World Line, or the World Line generates the Response Line, it is favorable for the main force to act later and gain control. If the World Line falls into an empty state, the guest force will not advance; if the Response Line falls into an empty state, the main force will not move. If the World Line is weak and the Response Line is strong, it indicates the guest force is weak and the main force is strong. If the World Line is strong and the Response Line is weak, it indicates the guest force is bold and the main force is timid. If the World and Response Lines share the same Five Phases, even in a battle, there will be no clear winner. If both the World and Response Lines are harmed or restrained by the Month Builder and the Day Branch, it is likely that the side will suffer defeat.

我為客，則以應為彼，世為我；我為主，則以世為彼，應為我。我克彼宜戰，彼克我宜守。我生彼而傍爻並月日傷彼者，宜用奇兵以勝彼。彼生我而傍爻並月日傷我者，宜防賊兵來侵我。彼城火，我乘水，利於水戰；彼乘金，我乘火，利於火攻。

If the party is the guest, the Response Line represents the other side and the World Line represents our side; if the party is the host, the World Line represents the other side and the Response Line represents our side. If we overcome the other side, it is favorable to attack; if the other side overcomes us, it is favorable to hold our ground. If we generate the other side, but the auxiliary lines along with the Month Builder and Day Branch are all harming the other side, then it is favorable to use a surprise attack to win. If the other side generates us, but the auxiliary lines along with the Month Builder and Day Branch are all harming our side, then we should be on guard against enemy attacks. If the enemy's city is of the fire element and we are of the water element, it is favorable to engage in naval warfare; if the enemy is of the metal element and we are of the fire element, it is favorable to use fire attacks.

又我金彼水，宜排圓陣用白旗、金命人前出，可以制勝。我火彼金，宜排尖陣用紅旗火命人前出，可以決勝。我土彼水，宜排方陣，用黃旗土命人前出，可以大勝。彼土我木，宜排長陣用青綠旗木命人前出，可以全勝。如克彼之爻居離，宜從南擊北；居兌宜從西擊東；居坎宜從北擊南。月日助我則吉，助彼則凶。

According to the Five Phases, the formation and flag colors should be arranged as follows: if our side is metal and the opponent is water, we should arrange a circular formation and use white flags, sending those with metal destiny to lead the attack, which can ensure victory. If our side is fire and the opponent is metal, we should arrange a pointed formation and use red flags, sending those with fire destiny to lead the attack, which can ensure a decisive victory. If our side is earth and the opponent is water, we should arrange a square formation and use yellow flags, sending those with earth destiny to lead the attack, which can lead to a great victory. If the opponent is earth and our side is wood, we should arrange a long formation and use green flags, sending those with wood destiny to lead the attack, which can lead to a complete victory. As for the direction of attack, we should look at the trigram that controls the opponent: if it falls in the Li palace, attack from south to north; if it falls in the Dui palace, attack from west to east; if it falls in the Kan palace, attack from north to south. If the Month Builder and Day Branch support our side, it is auspicious; if they support the opponent, it is inauspicious.

萬物之成在於何時，則其敗壞之期即定於其成之時也。物之敗壞，當在世爻破空絕之時。而理碑記文書則須看何時提出，世卜所伏之父母爻及何旬空去，其世爻是其期也。又須合內外兩卦之數，以定其年分日子之多少。

When something is completed, the time of its destruction is already determined at the moment of its completion. The destruction of an object occurs when the World Line meets the breaking, emptiness, or termination signs. As for matters such as recording inscriptions or documents, one should look at the time they are brought up—checking the parents' lines hidden under the World Line and the旬 in which the World Line falls empty. The time when the World Line responds to an event is the specific date. In addition, one must also combine the numbers of the Inner Trigram and the Outer Trigram to determine the years and days.

假如陽遁一局乙未時，演成雷地豫卦，世爻未土敗子，所絕於巳，破於辰，受克於寅卯，空於甲申旬。凡此甲申旬，皆寅卯巳酉年月合破也。若定開折文書、發掘碑記，當在甲申旬中，子午年月日時也。蓋以子水文書所伏在世爻，乙未之下賴子來提起，午來沖起，而用甲申中又能空去飛爻未土故也。

For example, in the case of Yang Dun one layout with the Yiwei hour, the hexagram formed is 'Yu' (Thunder over Earth). The world line is the earth of Wei. It is defeated by Zi, dies by Si, broken by Chen, and is overcome by Yin and Mao. It is also empty in the Jiashen decade. In the Jiashen decade, the years of Yin, Mao, Si, and You all form a combination of defeat. If one is to determine the time for opening documents, reading records, or excavating ancient inscriptions, it should be set in the Jiashen decade on the year of Zi or Wu, or on the day of Zi or the hour of Wu. The reason is that the water of Zi, representing documents, is hidden beneath the world line. The Yiwei needs the water of Zi to be lifted up and the fire of Wu to be stirred up. In the Jiashen decade, the flying爻 of Wei earth is also emptied, allowing the hidden god to appear.

財：為婦女，為飲食，為錢財。官：為官員，為公人，為病人，為惡。父：為老人，為縫人，為畫師，為吏人，為丈人，為書吏，為布帛。兄：為親戚，為朋友，為貧子。子：為小兒，為禽獸，為醫生，為僧道。

In the hexagram, each of the six relations corresponds to certain human affairs. The wife and wealth line represents women, food, and money. The official and ghost line represents officials, people from the government, patients, and bad things. The parent line represents the elderly, tailors, painters, clerks, fathers-in-law, and scribes, and in terms of objects, it represents silk and cloth. The brother line represents relatives and friends, as well as poor people. The son and grandson line represents children, animals, doctors, and monks or Taoists. When divining, observe which relation the moving line belongs to, and thus determine which category of people it corresponds to.

青龍：為儒者，為僧道，為醫生，為書客，為轎傘，為魚，為樹枝。為喜慶事，如嫁娶、祝壽、饋送等事。朱雀：為文人，為書吏，為口舌，為呼喚，為牙，行人，為哭啼，為哭語，為飛禽，為紅色物。勾陳：為流作，為農人，為跎子，為牽牛羊人，為捕捉，為公門人，為拗子，為提攜，為跌，為阻塞，為爭鬥。

The Azure Dragon corresponds to scholars, monks and Taoists, doctors, and scribes; in terms of objects, it signifies sedan chairs, umbrellas, fish, and branches of trees; in terms of events, it signifies joyous occasions such as marriage, birthdays, and gifts. The Vermilion Bird corresponds to literati and clerks; in terms of events, it signifies disputes and verbal conflicts, summoning and calling; in terms of people, it signifies brokers and travelers; in terms of situations, it signifies crying and lamenting; in terms of objects, it signifies flying birds and red items. The Gou Chen corresponds to itinerant laborers, farmers, hunchbacked people, those who lead oxen and sheep, pursuers, officials, and stubborn individuals; in terms of events, it signifies assistance, falling, obstruction, and conflicts.

騰蛇：為婦女，為賣婆，為朵花，為罵詈，為奇聞，異見為蛇，為繩索，為汙穢，為臭氣。白虎：為惡人，為屠人，為病人，為孝服人，為血光，為斗打，為行喪，為石匠，為刀斧，為鼓聲，為庖人。玄武：為賣魚人，為賣鹽人，為乞丐，為*，為賊人，為酒醉人，為雨傘，為木匠，為水夫，為魚鹽油酒。

The螣蛇 indicates: women, female merchants; in terms of objects, it mainly relates to flowers; in terms of events, it relates to scolding and strange occurrences; in terms of strange phenomena, it relates to snakes, ropes, dirty things, and foul smells. The White Tiger indicates: wicked people, butchers, sick people, and those wearing mourning clothes; in terms of events, it relates to bloodshed, fights, and funerals; in terms of people, it relates to stone masons and cooks; in terms of objects, it relates to axes and hammers; in terms of sounds, it relates to drum sounds. The Black Tortoise indicates: fish sellers, salt sellers, beggars, prostitutes, thieves, and drunkards; in terms of objects, it relates to umbrellas; in terms of people, it relates to carpenters and water carriers; in terms of objects, it relates to fish, salt, oil, and wine.

乾：為官長，為老人，為病人，為僧，為公門人，為孝服人，為馬。坎：為漁人，為水夫，為乞丐，為豬，為魚，為鹽，為油，為水。艮：為童子，為山人，為貓，為犬，為磚石。震：為龍，為雷，為轎，為鼓聲，為術士，為商人，為舟子，為木匠，為筆客。

The trigram Qian corresponds to: superiors, elders, sick people, monks, officials, and those in mourning. The animal associated is horse. The trigram Kan corresponds to: fishermen, water carriers, and beggars. The animals associated are pigs and fish. The objects associated are salt, oil, and water. The trigram Gen corresponds to: children, people in the mountains. The animals associated are cats and dogs. The objects associated are bricks and stones. The trigram Zhen corresponds to: dragons, thunder. The objects associated are sedan chairs. The sounds associated are drum sounds. The people associated are fortune tellers, merchants, boatmen, carpenters, and sellers of pens.

巽：為風，為女人，為雞鴨鵝，為道士，為秀才，為柴薪，為竹器，為花木。離：為婦女，為爐人，為患目人，為紅衣。坤：為老婦，為農夫，為裁縫，為樂人，為戲子，為醫生，為牛，為布帛，為食物，為藥餌。兌：為少女，為尼姑，為羊，為響聲，為歌唱，為口舌。

The trigram Xun corresponds to wind, women, and poultry such as chickens, ducks, and geese; in terms of people, it corresponds to Taoist priests and scholars; in terms of objects, it corresponds to firewood, bamboo products, and flowers and trees. The trigram Li corresponds to women, those who guard furnaces and work in metal casting, and people with eye diseases; in terms of clothing, it corresponds to red garments. The trigram Kun corresponds to old women, farmers, tailors, musicians, actors, and doctors; in terms of animals, it corresponds to cattle; in terms of objects, it corresponds to silk and cloth, food, and medicine. The trigram Dui corresponds to young women, nuns; in terms of animals, it corresponds to sheep; in terms of affairs, it corresponds to sounds, singing, and disputes involving speech.

子：為婦女，為小兒，為漁人，為舟子，為染匠。乘勾為蛇、跎子；乘玄為盜賊，為水；乘蛇為輕狂婦女，為菜，為青菱，為菜油，為螺蜆；乘龍為筆。丑：為耆老，為故舊，為庭書，為耕牛，為尼姑，為禿頭人，為大腹人。寅：為官員，為公吏，為儒者，為祝子，為書客，為鬍鬚人。卯：為童稚，為舟子，乘朱為牙行人。

The earthly branch Zi corresponds to women, children, fishermen, boatmen, and dyers; if paired with Gou Chen, it indicates serpents and hunchbacked people; if paired with Xuan Wu, it indicates thieves and water; if paired with Teng She, it indicates flirtatious women, and in terms of objects, it relates to vegetables, green lotus, vegetable oil, and clams; if paired with Qing Long, it indicates writing brushes. The earthly branch Chou corresponds to elderly people, old friends, documents in the courtyard, oxen, nuns, bald people, and plump people. The earthly branch Yin corresponds to officials, government clerks, scholars, prayer practitioners, book sellers, and bearded men. The earthly branch Mao corresponds to young children and boatmen; if paired with Zhu Qu, it indicates brokers in the market.

辰：為兇徒，為牙伶，為獵人。乘虎為徒人，為玄，為網罟，為乾，為魚；乘勾為缸。巳：為畫師，為匠工，為遠客，為庖人，為二女，為師姑，為爐冶人，為扇子，為花朵。乘朱為印，乘虎為弓弩。午：為馬伕，乘龍為官員；乘蛇為婦女，為旌旗；乘勾為武官；乘虎為患目人。未：為農夫，為樂人，為戲子，為裁縫，為寡婦，為媒婆，為師巫。乘勾為牽羊人，為柳；乘龍為醫生；乘朱為橘。

The corresponding meanings for the hour of Chen:凶徒,伶人,牙侩,猎人; if paired with White Tiger, it indicates servants, black objects, fishing nets, dry things, and fish; if paired with Gou Chen, it indicates a water tub. The corresponding meanings for the hour of Si: painters, craftsmen, distant guests, cooks, two women, female Taoist priestesses, and those involved in metalworking; on objects, it indicates fans and flowers; if paired with Vermilion Bird, it indicates seals; if paired with White Tiger, it indicates bows and crossbows. The corresponding meanings for the hour of Wu: horse drivers; if paired with Azure Dragon, it indicates officials; if paired with Qie Sha, it indicates women and banners; if paired with Gou Chen, it indicates military officers; if paired with White Tiger, it indicates people with eye diseases. The corresponding meanings for the hour of Wei: farmers, musicians, actors, tailors, widows, matchmakers, and shamans; if paired with Gou Chen, it indicates people leading sheep and willows; if paired with Azure Dragon, it indicates doctors; if paired with Vermilion Bird, it indicates oranges.

申：為貴人，為銅錫匠，為剃頭人。乘龍為僧人，為銅錢；乘勾為緝捕人；乘虎為獵人，為箭，為棉絮。酉：為婦女，為銀匠，為佛婆。乘玄為**，為酒保；乘虎為孝服人，為鑼聲；乘朱為雞為鵝鴨。戌：為犬，為獵人，為獄吏，為軍卒，為僧人，為聚眾。乘蛇為菊花；乘虎為鐵器；乘玄為螺。亥：為賣魚人，為挑水人。乘虎為屠宰人，為梅花；乘玄為雨傘，為蓑笠；乘蛇為繩索，為豬穢；乘龍為圖畫，為幼孩；乘朱為豬；乘玄蛇為乞丐；乘玄蛇龍為魚；乘朱虎蛇為哭泣；乘勾虎蛇為鏈鎖。

The hour of Shen corresponds to the Nobleman, a copper and tin worker, and a barber. If paired with the Azure Dragon, it indicates monks and copper money; if paired with Gou Chen, it indicates those engaged in law enforcement; if paired with the White Tiger, it indicates hunters, arrows, and cotton. The hour of You corresponds to women, a silver worker, and a Buddhist nun. If paired with the Black Tortoise, it indicates prostitutes and bar attendants; if paired with the White Tiger, it indicates people in mourning clothes and the sound of gongs; if paired with the Vermilion Bird, it indicates chickens, geese, and ducks. The hour of Xu corresponds to dogs, hunters, jailers, soldiers, and monks, indicating gatherings of people. If paired with the Boa Snake, it indicates chrysanthemums; if paired with the White Tiger, it indicates iron objects; if paired with the Black Tortoise, it indicates snails. The hour of Hai corresponds to fish sellers and water carriers. If paired with the White Tiger, it indicates butchers and plum blossoms; if paired with the Black Tortoise, it indicates umbrellas, raincoats, and straw hats; if paired with the Boa Snake, it indicates ropes and filth from pig pens; if paired with the Azure Dragon, it indicates paintings and young children; if paired with the Vermilion Bird, it indicates pigs. If the Black Tortoise and Boa Snake appear together, it indicates beggars; if the Black Tortoise, Boa Snake, and Azure Dragon appear together, it indicates fish; if the Vermilion Bird, White Tiger, and Boa Snake appear together, it indicates crying; if the Gou Chen, White Tiger, and Boa Snake appear together, it indicates chains.

六合之軍畏死，我軍雄勇可使。若有降順當留，令之遠調別處。六合之將，和合之神也。其神所臨之地，兵將膽怯，未發兵先思和。此時我兵可以乘勢決戰，雄勇莫當。若有賊兵來降，是真心歸附，竟當受之。但宜遠調他方，不可留在本營。恐其穿合線索，勾引我兵歸還舊巢也。

The text says: The army under the influence of Liu He is afraid to die, so our troops can take advantage of their bold spirit to lead the soldiers into battle; if enemy soldiers come to surrender, they should be accepted, but they should be sent to a distant place. The commentary explains: The general of Liu He is a deity of harmony, and the area under its influence is where generals and soldiers are timid and even before going into battle they think of seeking peace. At this time, our army can take the initiative to fight decisively, with bravery that no one can match. If enemy soldiers come to surrender, they are genuinely loyal and can be accepted; however, they should be sent to a distant place and not kept in the main camp, for fear they might secretly communicate with the enemy, leading our soldiers to flee back to their camp.

白虎之軍性猛，久遲必退成空。若欲盡力攻取，此將有始無終。若不及時招撫，將來日復興戎。白虎為兇悍之神，其性暴戾，猛烈難當，乘勢進戰，可以獲勝。若遲久則成退縮，有始無終。不如及時招撫，必來歸降。若不招降，必成大禍。

The essay states: The army under the influence of the White Tiger is fierce and fierce, but if the campaign drags on, it will eventually retreat in defeat; if one intends to make a determined attack, the general will lack perseverance; if one does not promptly recruit and pacify them, they will rise again in the future. The commentary explains: The White Tiger is a god of ferocity, with a violent and savage nature, coming with great force that is hard to resist. If our side takes advantage of this momentum to fight, we can win. However, if the campaign is delayed, it will naturally retreat, resulting in a weak and ineffective conclusion. It is better to promptly recruit and pacify them, as they will certainly surrender. If we do not recruit them, great calamity will surely follow.

玄武之軍多變，機關莫測通神。惟以求榮為美，其心畏死貪生。玄武為盜賊、小人，其心多詭詐反覆，故其軍多變亂反覆，機械變詐，不可測識。然中心退縮，畏死貪生，不顧忠義，不惜廉恥。秦強歸秦，楚強歸楚，惟以強弱為從衛。欣羨榮華，招之即至。

The text says: The army under the influence of Xuanwu is changeable and full of cunning, its schemes and deceptions beyond the comprehension of ghosts and gods; yet they are solely motivated by the pursuit of wealth and honor, secretly fearing death and craving survival. The commentary explains: Xuanwu symbolizes thieves and petty people, whose minds are deceitful and fickle, so the army under its influence is also prone to change and turmoil, full of trickery and falsehood, making it impossible to predict. However, their hearts are timid, fearing death and desiring life, disregarding loyalty and righteousness, and abandoning shame and propriety. When Qin is strong, they submit to Qin; when Chu is strong, they submit to Chu. They follow only the strong. Since they yearn for wealth and honor, they respond to a single move.

九地多陰謀，來兵有異伏。逢之莫急進，用之必敗覆。九地為陰晦之神，將來多陰謀密計，來軍多設伏乘虛。遇此時，當相幾而動，不可進戰，進必全軍敗亡。只可嚴營固守，待時而動。

The text says: Where the Nine Earths are present, there are many secret plots, and the attacking army has hidden troops; when encountering this situation, do not rush to advance, and if you force an attack, you will surely suffer a complete defeat. The commentary explains: The Nine Earths are the spirits of darkness, and the generals under their influence often use secret strategies. The attacking forces are mostly setting traps and entering through weaknesses. When facing such circumstances, one should observe the timing before taking action, and must not rashly engage in battle—once you advance, the entire army will be destroyed. You can only strictly guard your camp, fortify your defenses, and wait for the right opportunity to act.

九天之氣多剛暴，轉變更遷難測料。遇此兵鋒宜避之，可將氣神來相較。九天為剛暴之神，其性善動更番轉變，難以測料。遇此敵鋒當堅守，以避之。宜細查門上之陰神及門氣之旺衰，而考校其吉中猶有凶，凶中尚有吉，以定其災禍也。

The text says: The qi of Jiu Tian is strong and fierce, its transformation and change are unpredictable; when encountering such a military force, one should avoid it, and use the strength and decline of spiritual qi to compare and weigh. The commentary explains: Jiu Tian is a god of strength and violence, with a restless nature, constantly changing, making it hard to predict. When facing such an enemy, one should hold firm to avoid its sharp edge. At this time, one should carefully examine the Yin spirits present at the gate and the strength and decline of the gate qi, assess the hidden good in bad and the hidden bad in good, and use this to determine the severity of misfortune.

值符休門天晴朗，坤維兵伏宜防早。主將虛驚利坐中，客逃西南馬車倒。捕捉乾宮丑日擒，出軍道路知安好。值符會休門，主天時晴朗，三四月有風，六月有雷，十月有雪。出兵道路平坦，至晚有人窺伺。西南方有伏兵，宜防備。有一蜀中大漢，同婦人來降，主將有虛驚，宜安坐申營。遇子日子時方吉。客將車破馬倒，逃奔坤方，不可擒捉。如捕捉賊，伏西北方老婦人甲，至丑日方可擒捉。

The text says: The Chief Symbol meets the Xiu Men, indicating clear weather; there are hidden troops in the Southwest, requiring early vigilance; the commander will experience a false alarm and should remain in the central camp; the enemy commander will flee to the Southwest but will have an accident with his chariot and horse; to capture the thieves, they are in the Qian Palace and can be captured on the Chou day; the path for marching troops will be safe. The explanation says: When the Chief Symbol meets the Xiu Men, it indicates clear weather—there will be wind in March and April, thunder in June, and snow in October. When troops march, the road will be smooth, but in the evening there will be people spying. There are hidden troops in the Southwest, requiring caution. A large man from Shu will come with a woman to surrender. The commander will have a false alarm and should stay in the camp at the Shen direction, and it will be auspicious at the Zi hour. The enemy commander will have his chariot and horse destroyed and flee to the Southwest, but will not be caught. If capturing thieves, they are hiding in an old woman's house in the Northwest, and can be captured on the Chou day.

值符生門雷兼雨，未時方晴北風舉。兵利南方不利乾，主將功成午未許。客軍丑命來防破，捕在婦人草屋裡。值符會生門，天時主大雷雨，未時方止。風自北方來，三日住止。行兵利南方，不宜西北方。山岡下有人，別路有楚中兄弟二人來降，貪酒色，不宜收。主將有大功，當於午未時出兵大利，不可遲。客將亦有利，丑命人來防破之，旌旗數易。捕盜捉賊，有婦人引至草屋下擒之。

The text says: The Chief Symbol meets the Life Gate, there will be thunder and rain, and it will clear up at the time of Wei, with a north wind blowing; military operations are favorable to the south, but unfavorable to the northwest direction of Qian; the commander will achieve great success at the time of Wu and Wei; among the opposing forces, there are people with the destiny of Chou who will cause disruption, and they should be guarded against; matters of capturing criminals will occur in the thatched hut of a woman. The explanation says: When the Chief Symbol meets the Life Gate, it indicates a major thunderstorm, which will stop at the time of Wei; the wind comes from the north and will last for three days. Military movements are favorable to the south, but not to the northwest. There are people below the hill, and on another road, two brothers from Chu will come to surrender, but they are fond of wine and women, so they should not be accepted. The commander will achieve great success, and should launch an attack at the time of Wu and Wei, which will be very advantageous and should not be delayed. The opposing commander also has advantages, but people with the destiny of Chou will disrupt him, and the military banners will be changed repeatedly. When capturing thieves, a woman will lead the way, and the person will be captured under a thatched hut.

值符傷門日象陰，無邊風雨不曾停。兵行逆地攻兵速，路遠山高不利徵。主將急宜防刺客，客逃中矢捕休論。值符會傷門，主太陽有虧，有不測風雨至。行兵遇逆地，當速攻打。三山五嶺地勢險兀，只宜屯營，不利前進。有敗兵來降，宜收之。主將當急移營寨，防有內變。三馬並行吉，否則，有刺客。客將中流矢而逃奔，速追可擒。捕捉盜賊，已去，不可得，追之三五日可見面。

The text says: When the Chief Symbol meets the Shang Men, the sky is overcast and the sun is dim, with continuous rain and wind; if the army enters an unfavorable terrain, it should attack quickly, but if the path is long and the mountains high, it is not suitable for a distant campaign; the commander should be alert against assassins; the enemy commander is wounded and flees, so there is no need to discuss pursuit. The commentary explains: When the Chief Symbol meets the Shang Men, it indicates the sun is dim and unexpected rain and wind will come. If the army encounters an unfavorable terrain, it should attack quickly. If the terrain is rugged with mountains and ridges, it is suitable to camp nearby and not to advance further. If defeated soldiers come to surrender, they should be accepted. The commander should move the camp quickly and be alert for internal disturbances; when traveling, it is auspicious to have three riders together, otherwise one may meet an assassin. The enemy commander is wounded by a stray arrow and flees, so pursuing quickly can capture him. For capturing thieves, the person has already gone far and cannot be caught; pursuing for three or five days can meet them.

值符杜門天大晴，兵遇重關礙不行。上下不諧降可受，將軍勞瘁不宜徵。客軍厭戰將和解，捕捉逃亡難獲尋。值符會杜門，天時大晴，無霜無雨。出兵行過石門重關，往來皆不利。子丑二時有得。有一人貪酒，有二人貪色，上下不和，來將可受。主將勞疲不可征。客將亦不願戰。宜用說客和解。捕捉難獲。

The text says: When the Chief Symbol meets the Located in the Southeast Xun, the weather will be very clear; military campaigns will encounter many difficult passes, making progress difficult; the enemy's upper and lower ranks are not in harmony, so surrendered officers can be accepted; the commanding general is tired and weary, so it is not advisable to launch an expedition; the opposing army is tired of war, and both sides will soon seek peace; capturing fugitives will be difficult. The commentary explains: When the Chief Symbol meets the Located in the Southeast Xun, the weather is predicted to be clear, with no frost or rain. Military movements will have to pass through the Stone Gate pass, and movement in both directions will be unsmooth; only during the Zi and Chou hours will there be some success. The enemy has one person who is fond of alcohol and two who are fond of women, causing internal discord, so surrendered generals can be accepted. The commanding general of our side is exhausted, so an expedition should not be launched; the commanding general of the opposing side also does not wish to fight. At this time, it is advisable to send envoys to mediate and seek peace. Matters of capturing fugitives will not have a clear result.

符景雲收並雨散，丑日雨霖為軍患。進前必敗有輿尸，主沐君恩受封拜。客將爭傷主則強，捕捉之時在離宮。值符會景門，天上雲收雨散，至丑日有雨。行兵難以前進，進則必敗。長子率師，弟子輿尸。君子用事，又使小人參之，安得不敗。主將得功，大君有命，開國成家，小人勿用。客將馬虎爭沖，客傷主勝。捕逃三人執繩可縛，在正南方。

The text says: When the Chief Symbol meets the Jing Gate, clouds disperse and rain stops; but on the Chou day, it rains again, creating a hidden danger in the army; advancing recklessly will surely lead to defeat, resulting in the calamity of returning with corpses; the commander of the main force will instead receive the king's favor and be rewarded; the commander of the guest force will fight fiercely and get injured, allowing the main force to become stronger; the capture of fugitives should take place in the Li Palace (Due South). The explanation says: When the Chief Symbol meets the Jing Gate, it indicates that the weather will have clouds dispersing and rain stopping, but on the Chou day, it will rain again. The army finds it difficult to advance, and forcing forward will surely lead to defeat—just as the Book of Changes, the Book of the Army says, "The eldest son leads the army, the younger son brings the corpses": the affairs are handled by the virtuous, yet the petty person is involved, how can there be no defeat? The commander of the main force can achieve merit, and the king issues an order, "Establishing a country and continuing the family, do not use petty persons." The commander of the guest force carelessly advances and fights fiercely, resulting in injury to the guest force and victory for the main force. The capture of three fugitives can be bound with ropes, and it should take place in the south.

符死陰雨坤風晴，若在秋時雷震聲。行軍車陷城難拔，主將宜畋不利徵。三日客擒五日敗，小人可捉君子貞。值符會死門，主天時連日雨，必待西南風始晴。二八月有雷聲，從地起。行兵有陷車之險，城郭完固不破。有正人自吳中來，用之大利於國。主將只宜田獵，出征防小災。客將三日就擒，五日亡兵散，主降。捕捉小人可獲，君子不可捉。

The text says: When the Chief Symbol meets the Death Door, there will be continuous rain and overcast skies; the weather will clear only when the southwest wind rises. In autumn, thunder will roll from the ground. When marching, there is a risk of getting stuck in the vehicle, and the enemy's city is strong and hard to capture. The commander is suitable for hunting but not for military campaigns. The enemy's commander will be captured within three days, and the enemy will break and scatter within five days. Small villains can be captured, but upright gentlemen cannot be caught. The commentary explains: When the Chief Symbol meets the Death Door, the weather will be continuously rainy and will clear only when the southwest wind rises. In February and August, thunder will roll from the ground. Marching will involve the risk of getting stuck in the vehicle, and the enemy's city is strong and cannot be captured. A righteous person from the Wu region will come, and employing him will greatly benefit the country. The commander is suitable for hunting but not for military campaigns. The enemy's commander will be captured within three days, and the enemy will break and scatter within five days, surrendering voluntarily. In terms of capturing people, small villains can be caught, but upright gentlemen cannot be caught.

符驚多雨遇辰晴，地險兵亡禍立侵。若合奇門方有吉，將旗折喜遇天英。客軍我往人當敗，捕捉惟宜術士臨。值符會驚門，主天多雨，至辰巳日方晴。出軍地陰有陷軍之危，過山涉水，凶禍莫救。遇奇得門庶獲安全。有間諜者，即因問可知敵情。主將有折旗之事，無咎，得合天英星方吉。客將此往彼必亡，得奇不可亡。捕捉可獲，乃術士也。

The text says: When the Chief Symbol meets the Jing Door, there will be much rain, and it will clear up only on the day of Chen or Si; the terrain is dangerous, and the army will suffer casualties, with misfortune approaching immediately; only when the Three Marvels and a favorable door are combined will fortune change; a broken military flag is an ominous sign, but if the Tian Ying Star is present, it becomes a happy event; if the enemy army is sent by us, the enemy will be defeated; for capturing someone, it is best for a practitioner to be involved. The explanation says: When the Chief Symbol meets the Jing Door, the weather is predicted to have heavy rain, and it will clear on the days of Chen or Si. The area for military deployment is damp and dangerous, with the risk of the army being swallowed up, and crossing mountains and rivers will bring unavoidable misfortune; only when the Three Marvels and a favorable door are present can safety be ensured. If there are spies in the army, they can be questioned to obtain enemy information. The commander will encounter the breaking of the flag pole, but there will be no disaster, and if the Tian Ying Star is present, it will turn into good fortune. If the enemy commander comes from this direction, the enemy will surely be defeated; if aided by the Three Marvels, they will not be defeated. Capturing can be successful, and the person captured is a practitioner.

符開遇丙必可晴，無丙當霖四十日。敵國空言不見人，行兵宜水不宜陸。有奇則勝無奇退，客敗逃亡難捕捉。值符會開門遇丙奇，主天時晴。無丙奇主四十日雨。行兵宜舟不宜陸。敵國相約未見來人，只見信至，其人性剛直，難調和。主將有奇，百戰百勝；無奇不可出兵。客將不利，士卒宜用背值符擊對沖之法。捕捉見影不見形，遲則可得。

The text says: When the Chief Symbol meets the Open Door, if it encounters the Bing Marvel, the weather will be clear; if there is no Bing Marvel, it will rain continuously for forty days. The enemy only makes verbal agreements but does not send people. Military movements should take water routes rather than land routes. If there are the Three Marvels, victory is assured; without them, retreat is necessary. The enemy's commander will flee, making capture difficult. The explanation states: When the Chief Symbol meets the Open Door and also encounters the Bing Marvel, the weather is predicted to be clear; without the Bing Marvel, it indicates forty days of continuous rain. Military movement should be by boat rather than by land. An agreement with the enemy is made, but no one comes, only letters are received. The person sending the letter is straightforward in nature, making reconciliation difficult. If the commander has the Three Marvels, he will win every battle; without them, he should not go to war. The enemy's commander is in an unfavorable position, and the soldiers should fight by facing the Chief Symbol and attacking the opposite direction. Capturing the enemy is difficult, only shadows are seen, and it will take some time before capture is achieved.

蛇合休，多雨陰，丙日晴明雷電生。老將行兵乾有伏，逢奇可進得秦人。主軍訓練方能勝，客將逢災捕不擒。騰蛇會休門，主天多陰雨，至丙日辰日方天晴。丙日有雷電，行兵須老將。用兵埋伏在西北方，有奇可進。得一近視眼，是陝西人，有不能可用。主將宜練士卒，出則敵勝。客將渡水有難，若天英在宮下可擊。捕捉只宜謹防，不宜捉獲。

The text says: The serpent dragon and Xiu Men meet, indicating frequent rain and overcast skies; it will clear up on the Bing day and thunder and lightning will appear. The army should be led by experienced generals, with hidden troops in the Northwest direction. If the Three Marvels are present, the army can advance and capture a person from the Qin region. The main army must first train its soldiers to win; otherwise, they will lose. The opposing general will suffer misfortune, and capturing people will be difficult. The explanation says: When the serpent dragon meets Xiu Men, the weather is cloudy and rainy, clearing up on the Bing day or the Chen day, with thunder and lightning on the Bing day. The army should be led by experienced generals. The enemy has hidden troops in the Northwest. If the Three Marvels are present, the army can advance and capture a person from Shaanxi, who may have some defects but can still be used. The main general should train the soldiers thoroughly; otherwise, they will lose. The opposing general will face difficulties when crossing water. If the Right Assistant Star is in that position, they can attack. Capturing people is only suitable for strict prevention, not actual pursuit.

蛇合生，風雨行，風停雨細巳時止。主客亦合勿討尋，遇奇得將賢人至。主將宜攻守不成，客從乾破捕陰人。騰蛇會生門，主天時風動雨生，風止雨細，己時晴。晴行兵進則傷主將，宜講和。窮寇莫追，可得一大將，遇奇更得多賢。主兵利戰不利守，客將於十三日後可從西北方破之。捕捉在織機房，婦人隱匿。

The text says: The Qishe (Tengshe) and the Life Gate meet, with wind and rain traveling together. After the wind stops, light rain continues, stopping by the fourth hour. Both sides should be inclined to reconciliation and not provoke each other. If the Three Marvels are present, virtuous generals and wise men will arrive. The main general should attack rather than defend, and the opposing side's general should attack from the Northwest to defeat the enemy. The target of the search is a woman. The explanation says: When Qishe meets the Life Gate, it indicates the weather will have wind and rain. After the wind stops, it turns into light rain, which clears by the fourth hour. If the army advances rashly after the weather clears, it will injure the main general, so they should seek peace. Do not pursue a desperate enemy. At this time, a great general can be obtained; if the Three Marvels are present, more virtuous talents can be obtained. The main side is favorable for attack rather than defense; the opposing side's general can break through the enemy from the Northwest in thirteen days. For the search, the person is hidden in a weaving workshop, concealed by a woman.

蛇合傷，風雨狂，若逢大霧見陽光。兵宜結寨在平洋，遇奇山谷逢君子。主將刑傷奇不妨，客勝難擊捕林藏。騰蛇會傷門，主天有雨，若大霧無雨。行兵宜結寨在平洋，如遇奇可進山谷，有君子進、小人退之事。主將防兵及之傷，有奇可救。客將大勝，不可擊。捕捉則藏在竹木林中，宜緩捕之。

The text says: The Qilin snake and Shang Men meet, indicating fierce winds and rain; if there is a heavy fog, sunlight will be visible instead; when marching, the camp should be set in flat and open areas; if the Three Marvels appear, entering the valley will meet a gentleman; the main commander is in danger of injury, but with the Three Marvels, there is no harm; the opposing side will achieve a great victory, so do not attack directly; the person being pursued is hiding in the woods. The explanation says: When the Qilin snake meets Shang Men, it indicates rain; if there is a heavy fog, rain will not fall. When marching, the camp should be set in flat and open areas; if the Three Marvels appear, entering the valley is permissible. At this time, the gentleman advances and the petty person retreats. The main commander should beware of injuries from weapons, but with the Three Marvels, the danger is removed. The opposing side's commander will achieve a great victory, so do not fight directly. For the pursuit, the person is hiding in the woods, and it is advisable to act cautiously.

蛇合杜，密雲布，若遇輔星三日雨。行兵設伏在小路，男女來投切莫用。主將英星稱大武，客兵奔敗逃難捕。騰蛇會杜門，主天時密雲不雨，若遇天輔星有三日雨。行兵有山有河，可以伏兵。有夫婦二人來投，不宜重用。主將得英星大利，不然僅可守舊。客將亦不利，宜退不宜進，進則失輜重。捕捉賊已去，不可追。

The text says: The snake star meets the door of the southeast wind trigram, indicating dense clouds; if it meets the Wenqu star, there will be rain for three days; when marching, one can set an ambush on narrow paths; if a man and a woman come to join, do not appoint them; if the general receives the Right Assistant star, he will achieve great military success; the enemy will flee and disperse, making it difficult to capture them. The explanation says: When the snake star meets the door of the southeast wind trigram, it indicates dense clouds but no rain; if it meets the Wenqu star, there will be rain for three days. The place for marching has mountains and rivers, suitable for ambushes. If a couple comes to join, they should not be given important positions. If the general receives the Right Assistant star, it is very advantageous; otherwise, one can only defend the current position. The enemy's general is also unfavorable, so retreat is better than advance; advancing will result in losing supplies. In terms of pursuit, the thieves have already left, so there is no need to chase.

蛇合景，天晴光，三日兌上有火起。兵進山前鋒莫當，主將有災得邑免。客軍行動將身凶，捕捉坎地剿無妨。騰蛇會景門，主天大晴，三日有火起於西方。行兵有前邊兩大山，後邊一小山，此處即可進兵。有一矮子從西方來，可用。主將有無咎之災，得三邑可免。客將行有凶，無攸利。捕捉在北方，可進剿。

The text says: The snake spirit meets the Jing Gate, indicating clear weather; within three days, there will be a fire in the western direction of the Hexagram; when the army moves to the front of the mountain, its sharpness will be unopposed; the general will suffer misfortune, but if he obtains a city, the misfortune will be removed; if the enemy army moves, the general himself will face danger; for the pursuit of criminals in the northern direction of the Hexagram, it is safe to advance and attack. The commentary explains: When the snake spirit meets the Jing Gate, it indicates a very clear sky, and within three days, there will be a fire in the western direction. If the army is positioned with two large mountains in front and one small mountain behind, it is suitable for advancing. A short person coming from the west can be appointed. Although the general suffers misfortune, he will not be at fault in the end, and if he obtains three cities, the misfortune will be resolved. If the enemy general takes action, he will meet danger and gain nothing. For the pursuit of criminals in the northern direction, it is safe to advance and attack.

蛇合死，晴光麗，奇雲掩斗三日雨。兵進遇火逢文士，主將舉動咸得宜。客軍覆敗應子午，捕喜無奇擒即至。騰蛇會死門，無奇大晴，有奇雲掩鬥口二日得雨。行兵則進，須防火來攻。有天蓬星至，得一文士，得術士，是賢人，否則無賢人。主將上下相合，舉動皆利，進退不難。客將有覆軍殺將之災，應在子午日。捕捉則遇丙奇可逃，無奇可擒。

The text says: If the Qilin snake meets the Death Door, the sky will be clear and bright; if there are three marvels clouds covering the mouth of the Big Dipper, it will rain within three days; when advancing with troops, one will meet fire and also encounter a scholar; the commander's every action is appropriate; the enemy's defeat is expected on the day of Zi and Wu; in matters of capture, it is fortunate that there are no three marvels, and capture can be achieved immediately. The explanation says: If the Qilin snake meets the Death Door, and there are no three marvels, the sky will be very clear; if there are three marvels and clouds cover the mouth of the Big Dipper, it will rain two days later. Advancing with troops is possible, but one must beware of the enemy using fire attacks. If the Tianpeng star arrives, one will meet a scholar and a practitioner, both being virtuous people; otherwise, there will be no virtuous people to obtain. The commander and his subordinates are in harmony, and all actions are beneficial, with no difficulty in advancing or retreating. The enemy commander will suffer a complete defeat and loss of generals, with the expected time on the days of Zi and Wu. In matters of capture, if the Bing Qi is present, the enemy can escape; but if there are no three marvels, capture can be achieved immediately.

蛇會驚，氣濛茸，丑日艮風雲霧散。行兵山格路難通，主副將兵沖可進。客貪財帛敗無蹤，捕在江湖水裡逢。騰蛇會驚門，主天有雲霧相連，欲雨不欲，丑日遇東北風方晴。行兵則左山右水阻隔，不可進兵，平洋可進。有丙子荷兵器來，可用之。主將有水災，惟利用副將，可進，遇天沖星可大進。客將多貪財帛，若賄之可破。捕捉則其人隱在江湖中，為水客，通醫獸者可擒。

The text says: The serpent dragon and the Jing Door meet, causing dense clouds and mist; on the Chou day, a wind from the Northeast direction of Gen comes up, and the clouds and mist disperse; the army is blocked by mountains, and the road is difficult to pass; the main general and deputy general can advance if they receive the Tian Chong star; the enemy commander desires wealth, and will ultimately be defeated without a trace; for the pursuit and capture, one should meet the person on the water of rivers and lakes. The explanation says: The serpent dragon meeting the Jing Door indicates continuous clouds and mist, with rain not falling, and on the Chou day, a wind from the Northeast direction of Gen comes up, and the weather clears. When marching, the left side is mountain and the right side is water, blocking the way, making it impossible to advance; only on flat and open ground can one advance. A person born in Bingzi year, carrying weapons, can be appointed. The main general faces water disaster, and only by appointing the deputy general is it beneficial, and one can advance; if encountering the Tian Chong star, one can advance greatly. The enemy commander desires wealth, and by bribing with wealth, one can defeat him. For the pursuit and capture, the person is hidden in rivers and lakes, engaged in water-related work, and someone who knows how to treat animals can capture him.

蛇合開，風雨從，神壇社廟防有伏。不利行兵遇老翁，主將出征獲匪丑。客來焚死敗無蹤，捕防格鬥有刑沖。騰蛇會開門，主天久雨無晴。行兵則神壇社廟內有伏兵，不宜進。有一老年人至，談神仙事，可用之。主將出征有嘉折首，獲非其丑。客將來則焚去則死，應三九日見。捕捉則不利，防格鬥，且有傷。

The text says: The serpent spirit meets the Open Door, with storms and winds following; there should be vigilance near the shrine and temple area as there may be ambushes; military campaigns are not favorable, and on the way there will be an old man encountered; the commander leading the expedition will be able to capture the main villain without killing the ordinary followers; if the enemy comes, they will be burned, and if they retreat, they will die, and the defeat will be complete and disappear without a trace; in the pursuit of criminals, one should be cautious of fighting, and there will be injuries and collisions. The explanation says: When the serpent spirit meets the Open Door, it indicates prolonged rain without clearing. When marching, there are hidden soldiers within the shrines and temples, so it is not advisable to enter recklessly. An old man comes forward, discussing matters of immortality, and this person can be appointed. The situation of the commander leading the expedition is similar to the "Lü" hexagram in the Book of Changes, which says "there is a good capture of the head, but not the common people" — meaning only the main villain is captured, not the ordinary followers. If the enemy comes, they will be burned, and if they retreat, they will inevitably die, and this will be evident within three or nine days. Pursuit of criminals is unfavorable, and one should be cautious of fighting, with injuries and collisions expected.

太陰值休門，天時常遇陰。蓬星有雨半月望，兵無橋渡不能行。有文士，善陰謀，主將病侵休浪戰。客軍已渡宜堅守，捕捉東南難到手。太陰會休門，天時常陰。遇蓬星有雨，二八日應。行兵則前有河水，無橋可渡，不宜進兵。有文士通家來見，善陰謀。主將有疾，不能督兵。客將雞鳴渡關城，宜守不宜戰。捕捉則或東或西，難捉摸。

The text says: When the Taiyin Star is at the Xiu Men, the weather is often overcast; if the Tianpeng Star appears, there will be rain around the fifteenth day of the lunar month. In the front line, there is no bridge to cross the river, so the army cannot advance. There will be a scholar who is good at plotting secret strategies. The commander is ill and cannot lead the troops. The enemy army has already crossed the river, so we should hold our position and not fight. Matters of capture are in the southeast direction, but it is difficult to succeed. The explanation says: When the Taiyin Star is at the Xiu Men, the weather is often overcast; if the Tianpeng Star appears, there will be rain on days like the second and eighth of the lunar month. When marching, there is a river ahead that cannot be crossed without a bridge, so it is not advisable to advance. There will be a scholar from the family of a former friend who comes to meet, skilled in secret strategies. The commander is ill and unable to lead the troops. The enemy commander crosses the pass at the time of the rooster's call, so we should hold our position and not fight. Matters of capture involve a person who moves back and forth, making it hard to track.

太陰值生門，丙丁晴乙雨。兵至鵲巢賊有伏，速宜退步勿前舉。醫巽來，知賊衷，主將天沖能破敵。客軍敗北泣如雨，捕捉本家丑日遇。太陰會生門，主天時有雨，丁奇天晴多東南風，有乙奇有雨，無奇驟雨至。出兵則前有鵲巢，乃伏兵之所，宜退不宜進。有醫士從東南方來，知敵人消息。主將得天沖星，破敵國如摧柯。客將專聽小人之計，用兵必敗。捕捉則隱伏在本人家，丑日可擒。

The text says: When the Taiyin is at the Life Gate, if it meets Bing or Ding, the weather will be clear; if it meets Yi, there will be rain; when the army moves to where there is a magpie's nest, there must be an enemy ambush there, so retreat quickly and do not advance; a physician comes from the Southeast direction, knowing the enemy's situation; if the commander gets the Tianchong star, he can defeat the enemy; the enemy's army retreats, with cries like rain; for the capture of a person, he is hiding in his own home, and on the Chou day, he can be captured. The commentary explains: When Taiyin is at the Life Gate, it indicates rain; if it meets Ding Qi, the sky will be clear with strong southeast winds; if it meets Yi Qi, there will be rain; if there is no Sanqi, there will be a sudden heavy rain. When the army moves forward and there is a magpie's nest ahead, it is an enemy ambush, so retreat rather than advance. A physician comes from the Southeast, knowing the enemy's situation. If the commander gets the Tianchong star, defeating the enemy is as easy as breaking a branch. The enemy commander listens only to the advice of small people, and will surely lose the battle. For the capture, the person is hiding in his own home, and can be captured on the Chou day.

太陰值傷門，艮風晴輔雨。異人指示賊巢窩，整兵進戰賊無旅。大將怯，士卒勇，主似焚巢無穴棲。客軍前喜後還輸，捕捉無功空此舉。太陰會傷門，主天晴明，有東北風自巳時起，至申時止，次日晴。若遇輔星，主有雨。進兵則有異人指示賊巢穴。大將有退志，士卒退而不退，終得勝。主將懦弱，如鳥焚巢無穴可棲。客將先勝後敗，先喜後悲。捕捉則是遠方人，無家，難定其所，不可捉。

The text says: When the Taiyin is at the Shang Men, if a wind from the Northeast (Gen) blows, the weather will be clear; if the Wenqu Star (Tianfu) appears, there will be rain; there will be a strange person who points out the enemy's camp location; the army will be reorganized and advance to battle, causing the enemy to break and disperse; the commander of the main force is timid but the soldiers are brave, the commander is like a bird whose nest has been burned, with nowhere to rest; the enemy's commander will first be victorious then defeated, first happy then sorrowful; the search for a person will be in vain. The commentary explains: When Taiyin is at Shang Men, the weather is clear. A wind from the Northeast blows from the hour of Snake (Si) to the hour of Monkey (Shen), and the next day the weather turns clear. If the Wenqu Star appears, rain is expected. When advancing with the army, a strange person will indicate the enemy's camp. The commander, although wanting to retreat, does not actually retreat, and in the end will still win. The commander is weak, like a bird whose nest has been burned, with nowhere to rest. The enemy's commander will first win then lose, first happy then sad. In the search, it is a stranger from another place, without a fixed dwelling, so it is difficult to determine where he is, and he cannot be captured.

太陰值杜門，丙丁都邑焚。行兵阻水前難渡，固守前津功必成。安心腹，帛與金，主防刺客來床下。客將無能當速侵，捕捉須迅急可擒。

The text says: When the Taiyin is over the Du Men, if it meets the days of Bing or Ding, the city and town will suffer a fire; when the army is blocked by water, it will be difficult to cross the front, but if they hold the crossing point, they will certainly succeed; they should pacify their inner circle, rewarding them with silk, cloth, silver and gold; the commander should be cautious of assassins hiding under the bed; the enemy commander is incapable, so they should attack quickly; matters of arrest must be handled urgently, and quick action will lead to capture. The commentary on this passage is already missing in the transmitted text.

太陰會死門，主天時本日有雨，來日晴，有西風方晴。出兵則城西南有伏兵，可守不可攻，必候奇到方可破。有高才人可合諸侯連說客，但不可使敵人。主將利西南，不利東北方。客將有三日大利，兩日不利，可於坎宮徐擊之勝。捕捉則本人在東方進飯後即行，宜速圖之可獲。

This passage only contains annotations, and the original text is missing. The annotations say: When the Taiyin is combined with the Death Door, it indicates that the weather will be rainy on the same day, and it will clear up on the next day, but only if the wind comes from the west. When sending troops, there are hidden troops in the southwest of the city, which can be occupied but not attacked forcefully; one must wait until the Three Marvels arrive to break through. At this time, there will be a highly talented person who can connect with the feudal lords and arrange diplomats, but he should not be sent to the enemy country. The main general is favorable in the southwest direction, but unfavorable in the northeast. The opposing side's main general will have three days of great advantage and two days of disadvantage; they can slowly advance in the direction of the Kan one palace and achieve victory. For capturing someone, the person is in the east, and he will leave after eating; one should act quickly to capture him.

太陰值驚門，甘霖養萬物。震險利我不利彼，進兵征伐破可必。有賊降，不誠實，主將三日可全勝。客將降人賊敗北，大將匿離擒難獲。太陰會驚門，主天霖雨時降萬物滋生。行兵則東方多險，我利彼不利，可破之。有人來降，有名無實，不可信他。主將命在沖星，有小災，或三日出師，可以全勝。客將得降人智力，賊可破，有奇不可破。捕捉則是大將避在離宮，可和不可捉。和則有大功，捉則有大禍。

The text says: The Taiyin is at the Jing Door, timely rain nourishes all things; although the Eastern Zhen position is dangerous, it benefits me but not the enemy, and advancing with military force will surely defeat the enemy; there are enemy soldiers who surrender, but they are not sincere; the main side can achieve complete victory within three days; the opposing side relies on the intelligence of surrendered soldiers to defeat the enemy; however, if the enemy obtains the Three Marvels, they cannot be defeated. The commentary explains: Taiyin at the Jing Door indicates the weather will bring timely rain, causing all things to flourish. When marching, the Eastern direction has many obstacles, but the situation is favorable to me and unfavorable to the enemy, so an attack can break through. There are people who come to surrender, but they are not genuine, so they should not be trusted. If the main general's destiny is connected to the Tianchong star, there will be minor calamities; or if they attack three days later, they can achieve a complete victory. The opposing side's general can defeat the enemy by using the intelligence of surrendered soldiers; however, if the enemy obtains the Three Marvels, they cannot be defeated. In terms of capturing, the enemy's general hides in the Li palace, so only negotiation is possible, not forced capture—negotiation brings great merit, while forced capture brings great disaster.

太陰值開門，丑日見陽光。兵行路坦宜前進，退則遭殃軍敗亡。母子來，用不藏，主兵大利東風起。客諜花言智莫與，捕捉陰人男已颺。太陰會開門，主天時雨已極，即當日晴，至丑日大晴。行兵則路空亡，可進不可退，退則我軍敗亡。有人母子同來，子弱母強，不中閉。主將有奇，東風起用火攻，無東風只可固守。客將用間諜來善言。捕捉則女人可獲，男子棄逃不可獲。

The text says: When the Taiyin is at the Open Door, sunlight will be seen only on the Chou day; the military path is smooth, suitable for advancing, but retreating will bring disaster and defeat; if two people, a mother and son, come to seek refuge, they can be used but should not be hidden; the main force has a favorable military situation, especially when the east wind rises; the opposing side will send spies to speak sweetly, do not talk much with them; in capturing, only women can be caught, the men have already fled. The explanation says: When Taiyin is at the Open Door, it indicates heavy rain, which will clear up on the same day, and on the Chou day it will be very clear. The military path falls into the empty亡, so advancing is suitable but retreating will lead to defeat. If a mother and son arrive together, the son is weak and the mother is strong, so it is not advisable to keep them hidden. If the main general has the Three Marvels, when the east wind rises, fire attack should be used; if there is no east wind, only defense is possible. The opposing side's general will send spies to speak sweetly. In capturing, women can be caught, but the men have already left home and cannot be captured.

六合休兮奇至晴，無奇申刻北風生。行兵水阻賢人至，主將謀為多不成。客軍得助渾難伐，捕問陰人卯未擒。六合會休門，主天時有乙奇即時晴，無奇則申刻起北風。行兵則水道不通，有小人接引。有賢人從震方來，無日後至。主將有謀不成，有為不遂，宜堅守吉。客將得天人力有救，不可伐。捕捉則有女人知音信，在水邊，卯日未日可擒。

The text says: When Liu He meets Xiu Men, if the Three Marvels are present, the weather will clear up; if not, a north wind will rise at Shen hour. When the army is blocked by water, a virtuous person will arrive; the main general's plans are mostly unsuccessful; the opposing army receives assistance and finds it difficult to attack; for capturing someone, one should ask a woman, and they can be captured on Mao day or Wei day. The explanation states: When Liu He meets Xiu Men, if the character Yi is present, the weather will clear immediately; if the Three Marvels are not present, a north wind will rise at Shen hour. When the army is blocked by water, a small person will come to guide the way. A virtuous person comes from the direction of Zhen trigram. If he does not arrive on that day, he will arrive later. The main general's plans are not successful, and his actions are not fulfilled; it is auspicious to hold firm. The opposing general receives help from heaven and people, and should not attack. For capturing someone, there is a woman who knows the information, and the person is by the water; they can be captured on Mao day or Wei day.

六合生兮雷無雨，得蓬星兮雷雨注。行兵宜在西南利，主將守攻咸稱意。客軍可破陰謀計，捕在僧房捉可遇。六合會生門，主天時有雷無雨，如得蓬星則午時有大雷雨。行兵則進入險難惡事消散，利西南。主將進可戰，退可守，大吉。客將其士卒不練，多陰謀詭計，可以計破之。捕捉則在唸佛人家，可獲。

The text says: Liu He meets the Life Gate, there is thunder but no rain; if the Greedy Wolf Star is present, there will be heavy thunder and rain; for military movements, the Southwest direction is favorable; the commander-in-chief will find both attack and defense smooth and satisfactory; although the opposing forces may use many devious strategies, they can still be defeated; in matters of capture, one can encounter the person in a monk's dwelling. The explanation says: Liu He meeting the Life Gate indicates weather conditions with thunder but no rain; if the Greedy Wolf Star is present, there will be heavy thunder and rain at noon. Although military operations may enter dangerous situations, dangerous events will dissipate, and the Southwest direction is favorable. The commander-in-chief can advance to attack or retreat to defend, which is very auspicious. The opposing forces' soldiers are untrained and rely mainly on devious strategies, which can be overcome by strategy. In matters of capture, the person can be found in a place where people are reciting scriptures.

六合傷兮風雨厲，有兵變兮西南起。行兵奇主乾方利，主防火發卯與戌。客貪酒色兵離異，捕在西方土木民。六合會傷門，主天時得心星風雨兼至，主西南有兵變，應往吳越。行兵則逢高峻之山，有奇至，兵從西北方可進。有一術士願投，可信之。主將防火災，應在卯戌日。客將貪酒色失士卒心，宜協心齊內，作急進兵。捕捉則屬土音姓人，在西方木音姓人家可捉。

The text says: Liu He meets Shang Men, indicating fierce winds and rain; there will be military disturbances in the Southwest; if the army has the Three Marvels, it is advantageous to move towards the Northwest; the main force should be cautious of fires occurring on the day of Mao and Xu; the opposing force's commander is indulging in wine and women, causing the soldiers to be disheartened; the person to be captured is a civilian from a surname of earth tone in the West. The explanation says: When Liu He meets Shang Men, if the sky star is Tian Xin, then winds and rain will come together; there will be military disturbances in the Southwest, which will be verified in the area of Wu and Yue. The army will encounter high and steep mountain ranges; if the Three Marvels arrive, the army can advance from the Northwest. There is a hermit who wishes to join, who can be trusted. The commander should be cautious of fires, with the time being on the days of Mao and Xu. The opposing commander is indulging in wine and women, losing the hearts of his soldiers; we should unite all ranks and advance quickly. For the capture, the person is from a surname of earth tone, hiding in a house of a surname of wood tone in the West, and can be captured.

六合杜兮久雨頻，地陰窄兮敵備輕。出兵九天伏九地，主將家難三九臨。客必損將並折兵，捕匿酒房速去尋。六合會杜門，主天時陰陽失和，四時失序，時風時雨，四十日方晴。行兵則雖有險途，無埋伏，可進兵。兵出九天方，人伏九地方，士卒可和。主將家有隱憂，三九日有信至。客將折兵，不利。捕捉則藏在酒鋪中宿，即時捕之可獲。

The text says: When Liu He meets Du Men, there will be prolonged rain that does not stop; the terrain is damp and narrow, and the enemy is unprepared. The army should attack from the direction of Jiu Tian, and the ambush should be set in the direction of Jiudi; the general's family has difficulties, which will be resolved on the third or ninth day; the opposing side will certainly suffer losses; the person being pursued is hiding in a tavern, and should be captured immediately. The explanation says: When Liu He meets Du Men, it indicates an imbalance of yin and yang, and disorder in the four seasons, with alternating wind and rain, and it will take forty days before the weather clears. Although there are dangerous paths for the army, there are no ambushes, so the army can advance. When the army attacks from the direction of Jiu Tian and the troops are hidden in the direction of Jiudi, the soldiers will be united. The general's family has hidden worries, and news will arrive on the third or ninth day. The opposing side's general will suffer losses, and the situation is unfavorable. In terms of capturing the person, he is staying overnight in a tavern, so he should be captured immediately.

六合景兮不時雷，坤兵變兮酉辰推。出兵我利賊就縛，主將遭霖車馬虧。客得天心兵不敗，捕捉*家西半隅。六合會景門，主天有不時之雷。西北方有兵變，辰酉日起。行兵則我利彼不利，其來可破，三人同心，賊人就擒。主將有車馬之厄，出陣遇雷雨。客將天時不順，人心尚固結不可破。可捕捉，則在*家飲酒，西方可捉。

The text says: Liu He meets the Jing Gate, indicating thunder that is not in season; there will be a military disturbance in the Northwest, occurring on the Chen day and You day; going to war is advantageous for us, the enemy will be captured; the commander will encounter continuous rain, causing damage to vehicles and horses; if the opposing side receives the Tianxin star, the army will not be defeated; the arrest will take place in the western half of a brothel. The explanation says: Liu He meeting the Jing Gate indicates thunder that is not in season. There will be a military disturbance in the Northwest, occurring on the Chen day and You day. The military situation is advantageous for us and disadvantageous for the enemy; if the enemy attacks, they can be defeated. As long as three people are united in heart, the thieves will be caught. The commander will suffer from damage to vehicles and horses, and will encounter thunder and rain when going out. The commander of the opposing side has an unfavorable time, but the people's hearts remain united, so they cannot be attacked for now. The arrest is feasible, for the person is drinking in a brothel, and going west can catch him.

六合死兮無奇晴，路逢陷兮龍虎爭。婦作間諜言難信，主軍進退事皆亨。客有飛符兵亦精，敵誘我軍捕難尋。六合會死門，主天時有雷電，無奇主大晴。行兵則一蛇當道，二虎爭沖，途中有傷。有婦人來行間在帳下，不可信從。主將天時順利，人事亨通，無往不利。客將有主意，有飛符至，多順少逆。捕捉則是一軍為敵所誘在西北方，不可獲。

The text says: Liu He meets the Death Door, if there are no Three Marvels, the weather will be clear; on the way there is a trap, like a dragon and tiger fighting; there is a woman acting as a spy, whose words are not to be trusted; the main force's army advances and retreats smoothly; the opposing side has a flying symbol to transmit orders and strong troops; the enemy lures our army away, making it difficult to capture them. The explanation says: Liu He meeting the Death Door indicates thunder and lightning in the weather; if there are no Three Marvels, the sky will be very clear. On the march, if there is a snake blocking the path and two tigers fighting, there will be injuries. If there is a woman acting as a spy among the tents, her words should not be trusted. The main general has favorable weather and smooth human affairs, achieving success in all endeavors. The opposing side's general has a clear plan and uses the flying symbol to report, mostly favorable with few obstacles. In terms of capture, it is a branch of our army that has been lured by the enemy to the Northwest and cannot be found.

六合驚兮天大旱，城中空兮伏兵悍。偏將奇謀可即從，主防婢害午來看。客軍將進須防探，捕有虛言終不見。六合會驚門，主天時大晴無雨，有丁奇至大旱。行兵則三里之城有伏兵，城中皆虛設。有偏將獻劫寨之策，可從。主將有一小婢謀害，午未時防之。客將有渡關河之志，宜防備。捕捉則雖有人說信，皆虛詐，軍兵為敵所誘，不可捉獲。

The text says: Liu He meets the Jing Door, indicating a great drought in the weather; the city is empty with hidden strong enemy troops; a subordinate general's unusual strategy can be immediately adopted; the main force should beware of harm from a servant girl, paying attention around noon and before dusk; the enemy army is about to advance, and they should be cautious of the enemy's spies; although there are reports of arrests, in the end no one will be captured. The explanation says: When Liu He meets the Jing Door, it indicates clear weather with no rain; if the Ding odd is present, there will be a severe drought. While marching, there is an enemy army hidden in a city with a circumference of three li, and the city is actually full of empty camps. A subordinate general's plan to attack the enemy's camp can be adopted. The main commander will be harmed by a servant girl, and vigilance is needed around noon and before dusk. The enemy commander intends to cross a river or pass through a pass, and they should be cautious. Regarding arrests, although there are reports, they are all false, and our soldiers are lured by the enemy, so no one will be captured.