Heavenly Stem 177

天裂（一作制）於敵上者，敵人自亂之兆也。天色如血，兵戰之兆也。天雨甘露，所雨之地兵大勝也。雨雖在敵，敵敗也；在我，當避之。天雨魚鱉，在敵，敵敗也；在我，亦當避之。天雨血，在敵，急擊之，可勝也；在我，避之；或在我彼兩界者，將大血戰，吏士俱傷。

Heaven cracks open above the enemy's army (the character "裂" is sometimes interpreted as "制"), indicating that the enemy will disorder themselves on their own. The sky turns red like blood, indicating a battle will take place. Heavenly rain falls, and the army in the area where it falls will achieve a great victory. This rain, even if it falls on the enemy's side, will cause their defeat; if it falls on our side, we should avoid it. Fish and turtles fall from the sky; if they fall on the enemy's side, the enemy will be defeated; if they fall on our side, we should also avoid it. Blood rain falls from the sky; if it falls on the enemy's side, we should attack quickly and will win; if it falls on our side, we should avoid it; if it falls in the area between our side and the enemy's, the general will face a great battle, with both sides suffering heavy casualties.

天雨絮及粟，在敵，敵凶；在我，避之。天雨海島毛，大亂之兆也。天雨毛，所雨之地大將信任邪謀也。若煙非煙，慶雲也，雲開有德。若星非星，歸邪也，歸邪有人。若霧非霧，泣軍也，泣軍多殺將。若雷非雷，天鼓也，天鼓多敗軍。不雲而雨，天泣也，天泣多覆國。凡天下之事變異於人者，急慎之。

Heavenly snowflakes and grain fall from the sky; if this occurs in the enemy's territory, it signifies the enemy's misfortune; if it occurs in our territory, we should take precautions. If feathers of birds and beasts from an island fall from the sky, it is a sign of great chaos. If down falls from the sky, it indicates that the general in the area where the cloud falls is influenced by evil strategies. If it appears like smoke but is not smoke, it is called "Qingyun" (auspicious cloud), and where the cloud clears, a virtuous person will appear. If it appears like a star but is not a star, it is called "Guixie" (returning evil), and the appearance of Guixie signifies that people will come to submit. If it appears like mist but is not mist, it is called "Qijun" (weeping army), and the appearance of Qijun indicates many generals will be killed. If it appears like thunder but is not thunder, it is called "Tiangu" (heavenly drum), and the appearance of Tiangu indicates many armies will be defeated. If the sky rains without being cloudy, it is called "Tianqi" (heaven weeping), and the appearance of Tianqi indicates the fall of a state. All phenomena in the world that show unusual changes should be taken seriously and dealt with cautiously.

地裂者，兵戈之兆也。營中地生錢者，下謀叛也，急備之。營中地上生毛者，吏士多亡敵，嚴令防之。軍在野，營地震者，有災星到也。營地生五穀者，將士有喜慶，大將有封邑。營中地色忽變黃者，大慶之兆也。營中地忽拆裂，有敗軍將死也，急移營避之。地忽陷者，主將破點之兆也。

The ground cracking indicates a premonition of military conflict. If coins grow on the ground within the camp, it signifies that subordinates may plot rebellion, so precautions should be taken immediately. If the ground within the camp becomes hairy, it suggests that many officers and soldiers will flee to the enemy, so strict measures should be enforced. If the camp trembles while the army is stationed in the wild, it indicates the arrival of a calamitous star. If five grains grow on the camp ground, it signifies that the soldiers will have good fortune and the general will receive a fiefdom. If the color of the ground in the camp suddenly turns yellow, it is a sign of great joy. If the ground in the camp suddenly cracks, it indicates the defeat of the army and the death of the general, so the camp should be moved quickly to avoid danger. If the ground suddenly sinks, it is a sign that the commander will perish.

營中地忽生血者，賊來，急速避之。城中與營內山忽有夜崩者，吏士有分散，移營避之。屯兵之城，山春崩者，敵來伐城；山夏崩者，有大水至；山秋崩者，有暴兵至；山冬崩者，軍民饑。結營之地吼如雷者，敵來，急速備之。流水無故絕者，設伏兵至。水忽赤如血者，軍士欲自亂，急備之。

In the camp, if blood suddenly seeps out of the ground, it indicates that enemy troops are approaching, and one should quickly take shelter. If mountains within the city or the camp suddenly collapse at night, it signifies that officials and soldiers will scatter, and one should move the camp to avoid danger. For a military stronghold, if a mountain collapses in spring, it indicates that enemies will attack the city; if it collapses in summer, it means a great flood is coming; if it collapses in autumn, it means rebels will arrive; if it collapses in winter, it means there will be famine among the military and civilians. If the place where the camp is set up emits a roar like thunder, it indicates enemy attack, and one should be ready to defend quickly. If a stream suddenly dries up without reason, it indicates that troops with ambushes are coming. If the water suddenly turns red like blood, it means the soldiers will be confused and fight among themselves, and one should be ready to prevent this quickly.

攻敵人之城，有虹霓屈曲從外入者，三日內城屠。五色虹霓飲軍井者，大凶，移營避之。虹霓垂營中者，亦敗兆也。五色虹霓繞城，城中將亂，急攻之。白虹見於軍上者，軍敗流血。白霓貫中，師不可出。白虹繞城而不匝者，從不匝處攻之，必拔矣。繞城而匝者，即俟從漸錯處攻之。

When attacking an enemy's city, if a rainbow curves from outside the city into it, the city will be captured and destroyed within three days. A rainbow of five colors appearing to drink the well water in the army's camp is a great凶 omen, and the camp should move to avoid it. If the rainbow falls over the camp, it is a sign of defeat. A rainbow surrounding the city indicates disorder within the city, and the attack should be urgent. A white rainbow appearing over the military camp signifies the army's defeat and bloodshed. If a white rainbow passes through the center, the army must not move out. If a white rainbow circles the city without closing, attack from the unsealed gap and it will surely be captured. If the white rainbow has already encircled the city and closed, wait until it gradually separates and then attack.

赤虹從天直垂地者，所垂之地敵兵至。十一月屈虹出，破軍敗將。天有白虹如霧者，營中防奸，將及兵將反。黑虹所見之地，大水到其處，利於高處置營。赤虹半隱雲上，有火災，亦當敗。黃虹在營上，吏士多驚撓。青虹亦如之，不為災。

A red rainbow hanging straight from the sky to the ground indicates that enemy troops will arrive at the place where it falls. A bent rainbow appearing in the eleventh month signifies the defeat of the army and the death of generals. If a white rainbow appears in the sky like mist, the main camp should be on alert for spies, and there is a risk of rebellion among the generals and soldiers. Where a black rainbow appears, there will be a great flood coming to that place, and it is advisable to camp on high ground. A red rainbow half-hidden in the clouds indicates a fire and also a military defeat. A yellow rainbow appearing over the camp indicates that officials and soldiers will be greatly disturbed. A green rainbow is similar, but it does not bring disaster.

營中雷折木者，大將凶，利修軍政：春三月內甲子、乙丑、戊寅、辛卯、戊午。有雷及霹靂下石殺人者，軍在野營，將有大戰，一月內應之。雷一聲而止者，將軍有重命行。將戰之時，雷聲自我陣後起漸漸入敵者，必勝也。隨其聲而擊之，吉。從敵震迅而來者，凶也，急抽兵避之。

Thunder in the military camp breaking trees indicates danger for the general; it is advisable to use this opportunity to reorganize military affairs. Pay attention to the days of Jiazi, Yichou, Wuyin, Xinmao, and Wuwu within the three months of spring to verify. If thunder and lightning strike, causing stones to fall and kill people, and the army is camping in the wild, the general will face a major battle, which will come to pass within a month. If thunder sounds once and then stops, it indicates the general has a significant mission to carry out. When about to engage in battle, if thunder sounds from behind our army's formation and gradually moves toward the enemy, victory is certain. Attacking in the direction of the thunder is auspicious. If thunder suddenly and violently comes from the enemy's side, it is dangerous; one should quickly retreat and avoid it.

天陰不雨，雷霆在我軍上，隨而擊之者，大勝也。合戰之時，大雷一聲而止，先動者勝。渾渾圓長者，從來處吉。聲四起東西南北不定者，軍有大血戰，兩軍傷。大雷疾速自我入敵者，勝也；自敵來，凶。霹靂當牙帳，急搜檢（一作驗）之，營中有奸人為賊應，亦慮暴兵至。或夜半無雲而雷者，吏士不從軍令也，火急施恩布惠（一作講我）以禳其禍。

Heavenly Stems: Jia, Yi, Bing, Ding, Wu, Ji, Geng, Xin, Ren, Gui Earthly Branches: Zi, Chou, Yin, Mao, Chen, Si, Wu, Wei, Shen, You, Xu, Hai Trigrams: Qian (Heaven), Dui (Lake), Li (Fire), Zhen (Thunder), Xun (Wind), Kan (Water), Gen (Mountain), Kun (Earth) Glossary: Southwest = Xibei When the sky is overcast but no rain falls, and thunder echoes above our army, we should then launch an attack and achieve a great victory. When two armies are engaged in battle, if a loud thunderclap stops the fighting, the side that strikes first will win. Thunder with a deep, round, and long sound indicates that advancing from the direction of the thunder is auspicious. If thunder sounds in all directions, unpredictable and drifting east, west, south, or north, it signifies a major battle within the army, with casualties on both sides. If a great thunderclap rapidly moves from our side to the enemy's, it indicates victory; if it moves from the enemy's side to ours, it indicates misfortune. If lightning strikes directly at the general's headquarters, we should immediately search (「檢」in some editions is 「驗」) for spies within the camp who are acting as agents for the enemy, and also be cautious of sudden attacks by unruly soldiers. Sometimes, thunder occurs in the middle of the night without clouds, indicating that officials and soldiers are disobedient to military orders. We must quickly show mercy and kindness to avert this calamity (「布惠」in some editions is 「講我」).

交戰之時，五色採旗掣拽不動者，大勝候也，敵強力戰，慎不可追之。臨戰之時，鼙鼓之音鳴於常者，勝候也。角聲清激者，勝候也。風不起而旌旗悠揚，前指敵陣者，勝候也。馬驕嘶而喜躍欲進者，勝候也。

At the time of battle, when five-colored banners are pulled by the wind but remain motionless, this is a sign of a great victory; however, the enemy will fight fiercely and stubbornly, so one must be cautious and must not rashly pursue. When about to engage in battle, if the sound of the small drums is louder than usual, this is a sign of victory. If the sound of the horns is clear and vigorous, this is also a sign of victory. If there is no wind but the banners naturally flutter and their heads point toward the enemy's forces, this is a sign of victory. If the war horses neigh proudly and eagerly desire to advance, this is also a sign of victory.

牙帳無故倒折者，敗候也。鼙鼓之音重濁不清徹者，敗候也。角聲洪濁不清潔者，敗候也。焦而四亂者，敗候也。橫而不圓者，內亂將發。旌旗撩亂不整者，敗候也。馬亦多驚嘶退縮者，敗候也。臨陣之際，勝敗之候，能詳慎者善矣。

The general's tent collapsing unexpectedly is a sign of defeat. The sound of the war drums is heavy and muffled, a sign of defeat. The sound of the horns is loud and turbid, not clear, a sign of defeat. The sound of the horns is restless and scattered, a sign of defeat. Sounds that are scattered and not full and harmonious indicate an impending internal disorder. The banners are disordered and not neat, a sign of defeat. The war horses also often show fear, neighing and retreating, a sign of defeat. Various signs of victory or defeat in battle can be carefully observed and discerned, and those who can do so are considered skilled in military affairs.

結營之地，天火焚其林野者，賊兵疾到。火無故自發，焚其帳幕者，有大水到。溪澗中水忽出，主有陰賊到，其地凶，移營避之。或出軍之時，或將戰之際，有兔及麋鹿之類走過者，勿殺之，勝兆也。營中黃龍見者，大勝也。營中山池沼溪澗忽自然自外而入者，士卒陵主將。龍鬥營中及左右者，賊大至，亦防大水。

The site for setting up camp is being burned by Heavenly Fire, indicating that thieves will come quickly. If the fire starts without cause and burns the tents, it signifies a great flood is coming. If the water in streams suddenly rises, it foretells hidden enemies approaching; this place is dangerous, and the camp should be moved to avoid danger. Sometimes, when troops are about to go out or about to fight, if rabbits or deer run by, do not kill them; this is a sign of victory. If a yellow dragon appears in the camp, it indicates a great victory. If the water in ponds, marshes, or streams within the camp suddenly flows in from outside to inside, it suggests that soldiers will defy the general. If dragons fight within the camp or on either side, it indicates a large enemy force is coming, and also beware of a great flood.

群蛇集營前道上者，有急兵至。營中竹樹忽然有血者，大將有重憂。營中不雨而樹濕者，賊兵起。營中忽得五色魚者，勿殺之，殺則大水立至，不然暴兵。或有魚上下於樹者，水亦至，急移營高處避之。雞有重距重翼飛來營內者，勝兆也，殺則大凶。兩軍相當，遙見敵上有龍者，不出一月敵當大敗。

A crowd of snakes gathering on the road before the camp indicates an imminent military threat. The bamboo and trees within the camp suddenly bleed, indicating the general will suffer a major calamity. The camp does not receive rain, yet the trees are moist, indicating the emergence of enemy troops. A sudden capture of fish with five colors should not be killed; if killed, a great flood will arrive immediately, otherwise there will be chaos among the troops. Sometimes the fish move up and down on the trees, and water will also arrive, so the camp should be moved to higher ground quickly to avoid danger. A chicken with two horns and two wings flying into the camp is a sign of victory; killing it will bring great misfortune. When two armies face each other, if a dragon is seen high above the enemy's army, the enemy will suffer a great defeat within a month.

犬尿溺營前大道者，移營避之，有災至。營中馬忽驚嘶者，即起卒兵，立具兵器備之，恐賊潛到。馬前營生角者，多殺傷。馬毛無故而赤，主將災也。將帥之馬夜無故嘶者，其主凶。城忽出水者，賊兵相侵。鼠嚙（一作囓）甲冑及兵器者，損吏士也。鼠群行，即有大水。鼠頻出軍中，防叛逆。虎狼入營者，賊兵至，傷人，大凶。

A dog urinating on the main road in front of the camp indicates the need to move the camp to avoid disaster. The horses in the camp suddenly neigh, so the soldiers should be immediately awakened and armed to be on guard, as there is a fear that enemy soldiers may have infiltrated. A horse in front of the camp growing a horn on its forehead indicates many casualties. If the horse's hair turns red without cause, it indicates the general will suffer misfortune. If the general's horse neighs at night without reason, its master is in danger. If water suddenly appears in the city, it indicates enemy soldiers are coming to attack. If mice gnaw at armor, helmets, and weapons, it indicates injury to officers and soldiers. If mice move in large groups, there will be a great flood. If mice frequently appear in the army, there is a need to guard against internal betrayal. If tigers and wolves enter the camp, it indicates enemy soldiers are coming and causing injuries, which is extremely dangerous.

凡災風之來，多有殺氣剋日，濁塵飛埃蓬勃四起也。凡詳風之來，多與佳氣並，而日色清朗，天氣涼索，令條長去地少高，不動塵而過也。

When a wind bringing calamity arrives, it is usually accompanied by a killing qi, obscuring the sunlight, with murky dust swirling up vigorously from all sides. When a harmonious wind arrives, it is often accompanied by pleasant and beautiful qi, with clear sunlight and a cool, refreshing atmosphere, allowing branches to sway freely at a height above the ground, passing through without stirring up dust.

宮風聲如雷吼空中（一作風），商風聲如驅群羊，徵風聲如奔馬，羽風聲如擊濕鼓，角風聲如千人語。子午為宮，丑未寅申為徵，卯酉為羽，辰戌為商，巳亥為角。

The wind of the Palace tone sounds like thunder roaring in the sky; the wind of the Shang tone sounds like driving a flock of sheep; the wind of the Zheng tone sounds like a galloping horse; the wind of the Yu tone sounds like striking a damp drum; the wind of the Jue tone sounds like a thousand people speaking at once. Among the Earthly Branches, Zi and Wu belong to the Palace tone, Chou, Wei, Yin, and Shen belong to the Zheng tone, Mao and You belong to the Yu tone, Chen and Xu belong to the Shang tone, and Si and Hai belong to the Jue tone.

宮風發屋折木，米貴，來年兵起。徵風發屋折木，四方有急。羽風發屋折木，米貴（一作情勇）。商風發屋折木，主兵。角風發屋折木，急鬥戰。

The wind of the Palace tone uproots houses and breaks trees, indicating high rice prices and military action the following year. The wind of the Shang tone uproots houses and breaks trees, suggesting urgent difficulties in all directions. The wind of the Yu tone uproots houses and breaks trees, indicating high rice prices (a variant text reads 'bravery'). The wind of the Shang tone uproots houses and breaks trees, foretelling military affairs. The wind of the Jue tone uproots houses and breaks trees, indicating sudden combat and fighting.

歲月日時，陽德自處，陰德在天干。歲月日時，子刑卯，卯刑子，丑刑戌，戌刑未，未刑丑，丑刑巳，巳刑寅（一作申），辰午酉亥各自相刑。子丑寅巳申為上刑，卯寅巳為下刑。大風從三刑上來，官軍克，大寒大克，小寒小克。風從刑下來禍，從刑上來福。從三刑為上，從自刑為下。

When discussing the years, months, days, and hours, the Yang Virtue occupies its proper position, while the Yin Virtue resides on the Heavenly Stems. Regarding the mutual punishments among the Earthly Branches in the year, month, day, and hour: Zi (rat) punishes Mao (rabbit), Mao punishes Zi, Chou (ox) punishes Xu (dog), Xu punishes Wei (sheep), Wei punishes Chou, Chou punishes Si (snake), Si punishes Yin (tiger) (the character 'Yin' in some editions is 'Shen' (monkey)). Chen (dragon), Wu (horse), You (goat), and Hai (pig) each punish themselves. Zi, Chou, Yin, Si, and Shen are considered upper punishments, while Mao, Yin, and Si are lower punishments. A strong wind coming from the direction of the Three Punishments indicates victory for the officials; if the wind is cold and heavy, it is a great victory, but if it is cold and light, it is a minor victory. A wind coming from below the punishment position indicates disaster, while a wind coming from above the punishment position indicates fortune. A wind coming from the direction of the Three Punishments is the best, while a wind coming from the direction of self-punishment is the worst.

申子為貪狼，主欺紿不信，強奪橫取，盜賊攻劫。巳酉為寬大，主福祿賞賜，眾宴酒食，貴人君子。亥卯為陰賊，主戰鬥殺傷，謀反大逆，殺人之事。寅午為廉宜（一作貞），主賓客禮樂，娶嫁，國議，誠信。

According to the system of pairing the twelve Earthly Branches into groups for divination purposes, the branches Shen and Zi are called "Tanlang," indicating matters of deceit, broken trust, robbery, and attacks by thieves and bandits. The branches Si and You are called "Kuanda," indicating matters of blessings, rewards, feasts, and the coming and going of noblemen and virtuous persons. The branches Hai and Mao are called "Yinzei," indicating matters of warfare, injury, rebellion, treason, and murder. The branches Yin and Wu are called "Lianzhen" (in some versions "Zhen"), indicating matters of guests and visitors, ceremonies and rituals, weddings, court deliberations, and matters of honesty and integrity.

丑戌為公正，主執仇怨兵誅。辰未為奸邪，主欺慢人。貪狼之日，風從寬大來，仍以貪狼參說吉凶。他皆仿此。有殺氣從三刑上來，或五墓上來，有伏兵，不戰必克。

Chou and Xu are "Gong Zheng", indicating pursuit of grievances and military campaigns to punish. Chen and Wei are "Jian Xie", indicating deceit and disrespect towards others. For example, on the day of Tan Lang, if the wind comes from a broad and generous direction, one should still take Tan Lang into account when determining fortune or misfortune. All other situations should be interpreted in a similar manner. If there is a killing wind coming from the direction of San Xing or Wu Mu, it indicates hidden troops, and victory is certain without the need for battle.

蓬勃四方起，或上來觸地，此逆風也，暴兵至。寅時發，主人逆；辰時發，客逆；午時發，親戚逆；申時發，左右逆；黃昏發，外賊逆。宮日風從角上來，卒急有兵圍。至月中折木者，城陷。羽日風喧喧，日無光深霧，兵圍城，客克。商日風從四季上來，關梁不通路絕。陰賊日風從陰賊上來，大寒日（一作賊）日相殺。

A strong wind rises from all directions or rushes down from above to the ground, which is called "reverse wind," indicating that there will be disorderly soldiers coming. If the wind starts at寅 (Yin) hour, the host will be in disfavor; if at辰 (Chen) hour, the guest army will be in disfavor; if at午 (Wu) hour, relatives will be in disfavor; if at申 (Shen) hour, those nearby will be in disfavor; if at dusk, outsiders will rebel. If the wind comes from the角 (Jiao) direction on a宫 (Gong) day, there will be sudden military encirclement of the city. If the wind cuts through trees by the middle of the month, the city will fall. On a羽 (Yu) day, if the wind is noisy, the sun is dim and thick fog prevails, there will be military encirclement of the city, and the guest army will win. On a商 (Shang) day, if the wind comes from the辰 (Chen), 戌 (Xu), 丑 (Chou), or 未 (Wei) directions, there will be blockage of passes and bridges, and roads will be cut off. On a阴贼 (Yin Ze) day, if the wind comes from the阴贼 (Yin Ze) direction, there will be fierce fighting on a very cold day.

攻城圍邑，經旬不雷雨者，城中有輔，疾去之。徵去之日，細雨沐，兵捷之征也。若大風雷雨不見日，辰午戌亥自刑之日，兵家大忌也。臨戎之際，忽來陰氣旁勃，牙槓折陰不見日，旌旗抑揚，此敗征也。

Attacking a city and surrounding it for ten days without thunder or rain indicates that there are divine beings protecting the city, so one should hurry to retreat. On the day of departure for a military campaign, if there is light rain that dampens the clothes, it is a sign of victory for the army. However, if there is a storm with strong winds and thunder, and the sun is not visible all day, and this coincides with the days of self-punishment (辰, 午, 戌, 亥), it is a great omen for military disaster. When in battle, if suddenly a cold mist spreads around, the flagpole of the general's banner breaks, dark clouds block the sun, and the banners suddenly rise and fall, this is a sign of defeat.

慢風與氣從敵所俱來，我勝，急擊之。反是則凶。旌旗暈暈順風搖曳，舉向賊者，即擊之，勝也。大將牙旗之日，風勢順動，旌旗前指，鼙鼓之音清亮，此勝兆也。持此，可以勝定安三軍之心。

Gentle winds and clouds move from the enemy's side to our side, indicating our army will win; we should attack immediately. If the opposite occurs, it is ominous. When banners and their shadows flutter in the wind, and the banners point toward the enemy, we should attack right away and will be victorious. On the day a general raises his banner, if the wind is favorable and the banners point forward, and the sound of the drums is clear, this is a sign of victory. By grasping these signs, we can ensure a sure victory and stabilize the hearts of the entire army.

風旋塵如穗如蛇形，屈屈來漾者，凶，急備之。風來卑而掃地者，敵兵至，速高則來緩。營中大風折木者，大將失位。風無常而無定者，賊即至。合戰之際，大風晝昏揚塵沖敵，大勝。反是凶。兵初至，所伐之城天色陰翳，又無風而細雨空濛者，軍將敗。若初臨敵而大雷雨隱而至者，大勝之兆也。有旋風入營，折絕旗幟干戈，吹壞帳幕，必有盜賊入營，將死。

A whirlwind picks up dust, appearing like a bundle of grain or a long snake, twisting and swirling towards, indicating an omen of misfortune; one should be on high alert. If the wind comes low and sweeps close to the ground, it indicates that enemy troops are approaching quickly. If the wind is high up, the enemy will arrive more slowly. A strong wind within the camp that breaks trees indicates that the general will lose his position. If the wind changes direction unpredictably and drifts uncertainly, it indicates that enemy troops will arrive soon. When two armies are fighting, if a strong wind causes the day to become dark and raises dust that attacks the enemy, it indicates a great victory; the opposite is ominous. When the army has just arrived and the city to be attacked is cloudy with no wind but has fine drizzle, it indicates that our army will suffer defeat. If there is a distant thunderstorm coming at the beginning of battle, it is a sign of a great victory. If a whirlwind enters the camp, breaking flags and spears, and damaging tents, it indicates that thieves have entered the camp and the generals are in danger of losing their lives.

候風之次（一作發），常於其節寅時候之。立春之日，位應艮宮，本宮綽綽然和風徐徐而至者，此之謂條風也。風自人門起者，軍民不利也。春分之日，位應震宮，本宮風來，抑之非低，之非高，習然得風者，此之謂明庶風也。明庶風應候，軍民寧泰之兆也。風自金門起者，軍民不利也。

Observing the sequence of winds associated with the twenty-four solar terms (the character 「次」 in some editions is 「發」), is usually conducted at the hour of Yin (3-5 AM) on the day of the term. On the day of Start of Spring, the corresponding direction is the Gen (Mountain) palace. If a gentle and warm wind blows from this direction, it is called 「Tiaofeng」 (the wind of growth). If the wind arises from the 「Renmen」 (Human Gate) direction, it is unfavorable for the military and the people. On the day of Spring Equinox, the corresponding direction is the Zhen (Thunder) palace. If the wind comes from this direction, it is neither too low nor too high, but naturally harmonious, and this is called 「Mingshu Feng」 (the clear wind). The timely arrival of Mingshu Feng indicates peace and prosperity for the military and the people. If the wind arises from the 「Jinmen」 (Metal Gate) direction, it is unfavorable for the military and the people.

立夏之日，位應巽宮，本宮風至，陶陶然圓緩而不散亂者，此之謂清明風者也。清明風應候，軍民寧泰之兆也。風自天門起者，軍不利也。夏至之日，位應離宮，本宮風薰然融和而普者，此謂景風者也。景風應候，軍民寧泰之兆也。風自水門起者，軍民不利也。

On the day of Li Xia, the direction corresponds to the Xun palace. If the wind comes from this direction, it is warm and gentle, circulating smoothly without being chaotic, which is called "Qingming Wind." The arrival of the Qingming Wind in accordance with the seasonal timing is a sign of peace and prosperity for the military and people. If the wind comes from the "Tianmen" direction, it is unfavorable for the military. On the day of Xia Zhi, the direction corresponds to the Li palace. If the wind from this direction is warm and harmonious, spreading throughout all directions, it is called "Jing Wind." The timely arrival of the Jing Wind is a sign of peace and prosperity for the military and people. If the wind comes from the "Shuimen" direction, it is unfavorable for the military and people.

立秋之日，位應坤宮，本宮風來宣暢而諭（一作渝）者，此之謂涼風者也。涼風應候，軍民寧泰之兆也。風自鬼門起（一作來）者，軍民不利也。秋分之日，位應兌宮，本宮風來肅然者，此謂閶闔風也。閶闔風應候，軍民寧泰之兆也。風自木門起者，軍民不利也。

On the day of Start of Autumn, the direction corresponds to the Kun palace. If the wind coming from this direction is smooth and unimpeded (「yù」is alternatively written as 「yú」), this is called 「Cooling Wind」. The arrival of the Cooling Wind in accordance with the seasonal timing is a sign of peace and prosperity for the military and people. If the wind arises from the 「Ghost Gate」direction, it is detrimental to the military and people. On the day of Autumn Equinox, the direction corresponds to the Dui palace. If the wind coming from this direction is sharp and clear, this is called 「Changhe Wind」. The arrival of the Changhe Wind in accordance with the seasonal timing is a sign of peace and prosperity for the military and people. If the wind arises from the 「Wood Gate」direction, it is detrimental to the military and people.

立冬之日，位應乾宮，本宮風潔清瑩爽而至者，此謂不周風者也。不周風應候，軍民寧泰之兆也。風自土門起者，軍民不利也。冬至之日，位應坎宮，本宮風來淒涼不怒者，此謂廣漠風者也。廣漠風應候，軍民寧泰之兆也。風自火門起者，軍民不利也。

On the day of Li Dong, the direction corresponds to the Qian palace. If the wind coming from this direction is pure, clear, and brisk, it is called "Bu Zhou Feng." The timely arrival of Bu Zhou Feng is a sign of peace and prosperity for the military and people. If the wind comes from the "Tu Men" direction, it is unfavorable for the military and people. On the day of Dong Zhi, the direction corresponds to the Kan palace. If the wind coming from this direction is melancholy but not fierce, it is called "Guang Mo Feng." The timely arrival of Guang Mo Feng is a sign of peace and prosperity for the military and people. If the wind comes from the "Hu Men" direction, it is unfavorable for the military and people.

風之來也，順者為祥，逆者為妖。皆人志正邪也，然後通天地鬼神之心也。是以節之首日而占之，可以知其吉凶矣。行師者能以順正之道應乎天，欲風之不祥也，其可得乎！

The arrival of wind, when it follows its proper course, signifies auspiciousness, but when it goes against its proper course, it indicates ominous signs. This ultimately depends on the righteousness or wickedness of human hearts. Only when human hearts are upright can they align with the intentions of heaven, earth, and spirits. Therefore, by observing the wind on the first day of each solar term, one can discern the portents of good or ill fortune. If those in command can respond to heaven in accordance with the right path, how could wind ever become an omen of misfortune?

巳酉為寬大之日，時加巳酉，烏鳴其上，有酒食；時加寅午，烏鳴其上，有酒食、禮讓；時加丑戌，烏鳴其上，有酒食、詞訟、口舌；時加卯亥，烏鳴其上，有酒食；時加辰未，烏鳴其上，有酒食，婦人口舌；時加申子，烏鳴其上，有酒食。

On days of巳 or酉, they are considered days of leniency. If the hour is aligned with the position of巳 or酉 and crows call out above, it indicates there will be food and drink. If the hour is aligned with the position of寅 or午 and crows call out above, it indicates there will be food and drink along with matters of courtesy and propriety. If the hour is aligned with the position of丑 or戌 and crows call out above, it indicates there will be food and drink, along with disputes and quarrels. If the hour is aligned with the position of卯 or亥 and crows call out above, it indicates there will be food and drink. If the hour is aligned with the position of辰 or未 and crows call out above, it indicates there will be food and drink, along with disputes from the wife's side. If the hour is aligned with the position of申 or子 and crows call out above, it indicates there will be food and drink.

寅午為廉貞日，時加廉貞，烏鳴其上，有王相長吏休廢，有諫諍責讓（一作釀）；時加巳酉，烏鳴其上，有賓主；時加申子，烏鳴其上，有酒食，相殺；時加丑未，烏鳴其上，有賓主；時加丑戌，烏鳴其上，與上同；時加亥卯，烏鳴其上，有酒食。

On days of寅 and午, it is considered the day of「Lianzhen」. If the hour is added to the position of Lianzhen, and crows call out above, it indicates that an official in a position of authority and power will be dismissed and left idle, and there will be matters of admonition and blame (「rang」in some editions reads「niang」). If the hour is added to the positions of巳 and酉, and crows call out above, it indicates a meeting between host and guest. If the hour is added to the positions of申 and子, and crows call out above, it indicates the presence of wine and food, as well as mutual conflict and killing. If the hour is added to the positions of丑 and未, and crows call out above, it indicates a meeting between host and guest. If the hour is added to the positions of丑 and戌, and crows call out above, it is the same as the previous case. If the hour is added to the positions of亥 and卯, and crows call out above, it indicates the presence of wine and food.

丑戌為公正日，時加公正，烏鳴其上，有王相當其吉，長吏公事休廢，囚死者有來慰問事；時加巳西，烏鳴其上，有公正，酒食相遺；時加寅午，烏鳴其上，有公正慶賀事；時加辰未，烏鳴其上，有使（一作吏）士來說陰私事；時加申子，烏鳴其上有吏（一作人）來作公正事；時加亥卯，烏鳴其上，有士來說賊相殺事。

On the days of Chou and Xu, the days of fairness and justice occur. If the hour is added to the position of fairness, and crows call out above, it indicates that the person in the position of the king and minister is experiencing good fortune, while the official's affairs are suspended, and someone who has been imprisoned or died comes to pay respects. If the hour is added to the positions of Si and You, and crows call out above, it indicates there will be fair matters, with mutual feasting and drinking. If the hour is added to the positions of Yin and Wu, and crows call out above, it indicates there will be celebrations of fairness. If the hour is added to the positions of Chen and Wei, and crows call out above, it indicates that officials or scholars will come to report private matters. If the hour is added to the positions of Shen and Zi, and crows call out above, it indicates that officials will come to handle fair matters. If the hour is added to the positions of Hai and Mao, and crows call out above, it indicates that scholars will come to report about bandits fighting each other.

辰未為奸邪日，時加辰未，烏鳴其上，有王相來，長吏奸詐，休廢囚死口舌事；時加寅午，烏鳴其上，謙讓人說奸訟事；時加巳酉，烏鳴其上，有酒食、陰賊事；時加丑戌，烏鳴其上，有吏捕奸邪私事，陰謀鬥爭劫殺盜事；時加亥卯，烏鳴其上，除賊兵劫。

On days of the Earthly Branches Chen and Wei, they are considered days of "evil and deceit." If the hour is aligned with the positions of Chen or Wei and crows cry above, it indicates the arrival of someone in a position of authority, officials acting deceitfully, and matters involving dismissal, imprisonment, death, and disputes. If the hour is aligned with the positions of Yin or Wu and crows cry above, it indicates someone modest and yielding who will report on deceitful disputes. If the hour is aligned with the positions of Si or You and crows cry above, it indicates the presence of food and drink, as well as schemes to harm others. If the hour is aligned with the positions of Chou or Xu and crows cry above, it indicates officials searching for secret wrongdoing, along with schemes, conflicts, ambushes, and theft. If the hour is aligned with the positions of Hai or Mao and crows cry above, it indicates the removal of bandits and plunderers.

申子為貪狼日，時加申子，烏鳴其上，有言群盜攻劫，休廢囚死，有盜賊事；時加巳酉，烏鳴其上，有酒食、攻戰事；時加寅午，烏鳴其上，有善人說攻劫事；時加丑戌辰未，烏鳴其上，有婦人說群賊事；時加亥卯，烏鳴其上，有群賊攻奪事。

On days of申 or子, the day is considered the day of the Star of Romance and Desire. If the hour is aligned with the position of申 or子 and crows are calling above, it indicates that people will talk about bandits attacking and robbing, and there will be cases of dismissal, imprisonment, death, and banditry. If the hour is aligned with the position of巳 or酉 and crows are calling above, it indicates there will be food and drink, as well as conflicts and warfare. If the hour is aligned with the position of寅 or午 and crows are calling above, it indicates that good people will speak about attacks and robberies. If the hour is aligned with the position of丑,戌, 辰, or 未 and crows are calling above, it indicates that women will talk about groups of bandits. If the hour is aligned with the position of亥 or 卯 and crows are calling above, it indicates that groups of bandits will attack and seize things.

亥卯為陰賊日，時加亥卯，烏鳴其上，有王相說群臣大義，休廢囚死鬥傷事；時加巳酉，烏鳴其上，有酒食相傷；時加丑戌，烏鳴其上，有使逐賊相傷；時加寅午，烏鳴其上，有婦人奸私相傷事；時加辰未，烏鳴其上，亦如之；時加申子，烏鳴其上，賊攻討事。諸陰日有烏鳴，若群飛狩飄風門從四季上，時加四季，有攻奪，皆為開閉之事。

On days of亥 and卯, which are considered days of "yin贼" (hidden malevolence), if the hour is aligned with the positions of亥 or卯 and crows cry above, it indicates that someone in a position of authority will explain great principles to ministers, and there will be events of dismissal, imprisonment, death, and conflicts causing injuries. If the hour is aligned with巳 or酉 and crows cry above, it indicates mutual harm due to drinking and eating. If the hour is aligned with丑 or戌 and crows cry above, it indicates that messengers pursue bandits, leading to mutual harm. If the hour is aligned with寅 or午 and crows cry above, it indicates incidents of women committing adultery and causing mutual harm. If the hour is aligned with辰 or未 and crows cry above, it is similar to the above. If the hour is aligned with申 or子 and crows cry above, it indicates attacks and military campaigns by bandits. On each yin day, if crows cry and a group of birds fly in alarm, with a whirlwind blowing from the directions of辰,戌,丑, or未, and the hour is aligned with the directions of the four seasons, it indicates conflicts and struggles, all belonging to the category of opening and closing, starting and ending matters.

烏從子上來，大將不可震威武，敵來勿與戰，必不利。丑上來者，不宜出戰，兵進戰，內有陰謀將發，細察備之。寅上來者，吉音至。卯上來者，利進戰，大將有祿慶之事。辰上來者，有吉信至，營中忽見牛羊大吉，見死物凶。巳上來者，不利戰陣，兩軍俱傷。午上來，不利出兵。未上來，戰鬥主吉，客凶。申上來，不利出兵。酉上來，利出兵，有喜。戌上來，吏士有異心，潛備之。亥上來，不利戰。此十二辰位占烏之情也。

A crow flying from the Zi direction indicates that the general should not display power or engage in warfare; if enemies come, do not fight, for it will be disadvantageous. A crow flying from the Chou direction is not suitable for battle; if troops advance to fight, there will be internal conspiracies about to occur, so be cautious and vigilant. A crow flying from the Yin direction indicates the arrival of good news. A crow flying from the Mao direction is favorable for advancing and fighting, and the general will have joyous promotions and rewards. A crow flying from the Chen direction indicates the arrival of good news; within the camp, if cattle or sheep are suddenly seen, it is very auspicious, but if dead things are seen, it is ominous. A crow flying from the Si direction is unfavorable for forming an array and fighting, with casualties on both sides. A crow flying from the Wu direction is unfavorable for sending out troops. A crow flying from the Wei direction indicates that fighting is favorable for the main side and unfavorable for the opposing side. A crow flying from the Shen direction is unfavorable for sending out troops. A crow flying from the You direction is favorable for sending out troops and brings good fortune. A crow flying from the Xu direction indicates that officials and soldiers may have divided loyalties, so be secretly cautious. A crow flying from the Hai direction is unfavorable for warfare. This is the method of divining the situation based on the twelve earthly branches directions according to the flight of crows.

常以怪字居甲上占之。假令甲子旬，即在子上是也。又若烏從四散並來到營上居，惡聲而止住之者，賊兵已入境矣。急飛過者，賊勇銳，疾如雷電，速為之備，但疾與戰，我可以勝。

When divining, the position where the heavenly stem Jia falls is used as the reference. For example, if it is the Jiazi decade, Jia falls on the Zi position. Additionally, if crows fly in from all directions in a scattered manner, land on the battlefield, emit ominous sounds, and then stop, it indicates that the enemy troops have already entered our territory. If the crows fly swiftly past, it suggests that the enemy soldiers are brave and strong, advancing quickly like thunder and lightning, and we must be prepared to defend ourselves urgently. However, as long as we fight quickly and decisively, our army can achieve victory.

鷙鳥飛來將軍牙帳上搏擊者，有賊，不可出戰。三足烏飛來營前後，謂之災飲烏也，賊將來至營中者凶，急備之。赤烏入營者，防奸人刺客。群鳥三三五五營上往來，無聲而四散者，吏士有逃潰之心。

A fierce bird flies over the general's tent and fights in the air, indicating there are thieves and bandits; do not go out to fight. Three-legged crows fly in front of and behind the camp, which is called 'Disaster Drinking Crow,' indicating enemy soldiers are about to enter the camp; it is凶, and one should be quick to guard against it. Red crows fly into the camp, one should be cautious of spies and assassins. A group of birds come in threes and fives, flying around the camp without making a sound and then scattering away, indicating officials and soldiers have thoughts of fleeing and dispersing.

鸛雀忽來營上作巢而鳴，速移營避之，大水至。烏至營棲於牙帳者，吏士謀，大將即有禍，速避之。烏鵲忽來炮上作巢者，吏士謀，大將潛驗之。方戰之時，有白鳥狀如鷹，飛赴敵者，並力擊之，大勝兆也；自敵來赴我者凶，急退軍勿戰。

A heron suddenly flies to the camp and builds a nest, crying out; one should quickly move the camp to avoid it, as a great flood is coming. Crows fly into the camp and rest on the general's tent; this indicates that officials and soldiers are plotting secretly, and the general will soon face misfortune; one should quickly avoid it. A magpie suddenly comes and builds a nest on the cannon cart; this indicates that officials and soldiers are plotting secretly, and the general should secretly investigate. While in the midst of battle, if white birds resembling eagles fly toward the enemy, one should unite and attack, which is a sign of a great victory; if they fly from the enemy to our side, it is ominous, and one should quickly retreat and not engage in battle.

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出師之日，烏於軍前逆飛者，征無功；在左則吉；在右則凶。逆軍而作惡聲“查查”者，大凶兆也。或從右發聲和順，自大將後而過左復聲者，大兵有慶之兆也。烏及相呼“於”（一作子）者，吉也。烏於軍前，一足卓立地者，進必（一作不）寇者。在枯卉上鳴者，凶。

On the day of the military campaign, if crows fly against the army, it indicates that the campaign will be unsuccessful. If the crows fly to the left, it is auspicious; if they fly to the right, it is ominous. If the crows emit a harsh sound of "cha cha" facing the army, it is a sign of great misfortune. If the crows call in harmony from the right and fly past the general, then again call from the left, this is a sign of good fortune for the army. If the crows call to each other with the sound "yu" (some versions read "zi"), it is auspicious. If a crow stands on one leg on the ground in front of the army, it indicates that the army will certainly encounter enemies (some versions read "will not"). If the crows call from withered grass and trees, it is ominous.

振迅疾飛，視顧周陣而不止者，前賊也。烏來牙旗上立者，急移營避之，其地不祥。烏立牙帳上作惡聲者，有吏士潛謀逆，速搜驗之，必得奸狀。烏來鼓角上鳴者，將軍、吏士心雄益奮也；器械上鳴者，即有戰陣也；繞營而飛鳴者，所來之處賊兵至也。凡烏之來，大將別令一人候之。此皆能通天地鬼神之情者也。

A crow flaps its wings and flies swiftly, circling the entire camp continuously, indicating there are thieves or enemies ahead. If a crow lands on the flagpole and comes to rest, the camp should be moved quickly as this place is inauspicious. If a crow lands on the general's tent and emits a harsh sound, there may be secret conspiracies among officials and soldiers, so it is necessary to conduct a swift search and verification, which will certainly reveal the treachery. If a crow flies to the war drums and horns and calls out, it indicates that the general and officers will become more determined and resolute; if it calls out on weapons, battle will soon follow; if it circles around the camp and calls, it indicates that enemies will come from the direction it flies. Whenever crows appear, the general should assign someone else to observe them specifically. These are all methods that can understand the conditions of heaven, earth, spirits, and ghosts.