Tactical Dispositions (Jun Xing)
Original Content
The good fighters of old first put themselves beyond the possibility of defeat, and then waited for an opportunity of defeating the enemy. To secure ourselves against defeat lies in our own hands.
Description
Discusses defensive and offensive postures. 'Xing' (Form) is visible strength. Emphasizes establishing an invincible position first.
Related Hexagrams
Hexagram Gen (Keeping Still): 'Keeping his back still.' Being invincible by remaining as steady and immovable as a mountain.
Hexagram Kun (The Receptive): 'When there is hoarfrost, solid ice is near.' Solidifying defense and accumulating an invincible momentum.
Hexagram Qian (The Creative): 'The arrogant dragon has cause to repent.' Warning against over-exposing strength; one must maintain 'hidden dragon' potential.
Hexagram Da You (Great Possession): 'Fire in the heavens.' Accumulating strength to the peak to create an overwhelming advantage.
Hexagram Da Zhuang (Great Power): 'The ram butts against a hedge.' Be wary of blindly using 'Form'; one must maintain gravity.