Sign 45: Sun Bin Feigned Madness
Inferior Fortune
Story
Sun Bin and Pang Juan studied together under Guiguzi. Pang Juan, jealous of Sun's talent, tricked him into coming to Wei and had his feet cut off. To escape, Sun pretended to be mad, lying in a pigsty and eating filth. Pang Juan believed him, and Sun returned to Qi. Later, as a military strategist for Qi, he besieged Wei to save Zhao, laid an ambush at Maling, and shot Pang Juan to death.
Oracle Poem
Interpretation
This lower sign indicates enduring humiliation and seeking revenge. In career, beware of scheming villains; protect yourself with wisdom. In love, if deceived, act decisively. Financially, losses may occur, but you can strike back later. Sun Bin's patience was for revenge; advise you not to imitate his ruthlessness, but learn from his wisdom.
Source:《史记·孙子吴起列传》《孙膑兵法》