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The Army

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ABOVE☷坤Earth

BELOW☵坎Water

THE JUDGEMENT

The Army requires perseverance and a strong man. Good fortune, no blame.

THE IMAGE

In the middle of the earth is water: the image of the Army. Thus the noble one, generous toward the people, gathers their multitudes.

THE LINES

Six at the beginningThe army must set out in good order. If order fails: misfortune.

Nine in the second placeIn the midst of the army. Good fortune, no blame. The king bestows a triple honor.

Six in the third placeThe army carries corpses in the wagon: misfortune.

Six in the fourth placeThe army withdraws: no blame.

Six in the fifth placeThere is game in the field: it is favorable to catch it, no blame. Let the eldest lead the army; if the younger carries corpses, perseverance brings misfortune.

Six at the topThe great prince issues decrees: he founds states and grants houses. Small men are not to be employed.

KEYWORDS

disciplineorganizationleadershipstrategyunity