Sign 46: Zhang Liang Picked Up the Shoe

Zhang Liang was wandering under a bridge in Xiapi. An old man deliberately dropped his shoe and ordered Zhang to pick it up. Zhang suppressed his anger, picked it up, and knelt to present it. The old man laughed and said, "This lad can be taught!" He arranged to meet at dawn five days later. Zhang went three times before finally receiving the "Tai Gong Art of War." Later he assisted Liu Bang, strategizing within a tent and winning battles a thousand miles away.

This upper sign signifies humility leads to gaining a teacher. In career, you may meet a mentor; be open-minded. In love, elders may match you with a good partner. Financially, give first to gain later. Zhang Liang's gain came from sincerity; advise you to respect teachers and value the Way.