Hexagram 7 · Shi · The Army

King Wen, Duke of Zhou, Confucius · Western Zhou (c.1000 BCE)

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The Army needs perseverance and a strong man. Good fortune without blame. 1. Army must set forth in proper order. If not, misfortune. 2. In the midst of the army. Good fortune. King bestows triple decoration. 3. Perchance the army carries corpses in the wagon. Misfortune. 4. The army retreats. No blame. 5. There is game in the field. Catch it. Let the eldest lead. 6. The great prince issues commands. Inferior people should not be employed.