Bagua Formation, originating from the ancient Chinese doctrine of Bagua, is a formation based on the eight trigrams of the I Ching. It not only has a wide range of military applications, but also has left many mysterious and fascinating stories in folklore and literature. Here are some wonderful stories about gossip array:
First, Zhu Geliang and Bagua Formation
During the Three Kingdoms period, Shu Han Prime Minister Zhuge Liang was known as “Rui Cai Xingjun”, he is not only proficient in military strategy, but also has a deep understanding of the Bagua Formation. Legend has it that when Zhuge Liang confronted Sima Yi at Wuzhangyuan, he set up the Bagua Formation. This formation was unpredictable, attackable and defensible, making it impossible for Sima Yi’s army to break through. It is said that the gossip array hidden eight doors, respectively, Hugh, raw, wounded, Du, Jing, dead, shocked, open, each has a wonderful use, only proficient gossip people can crack.
Second, gossip village mystery
Lanxi City, Zhejiang Province, there is a name “gossip village” of the old village, its layout in accordance with the style of gossip array design. Legend has it that this is the Ming Dynasty founding minister Liu Bowen designed in order to protect the villagers from the pain of war. The roads in the village are intricate and complex, like a labyrinth, and once strangers enter, it is difficult for them to find their way out. This layout not only reflects the defense function of the Bagua Formation, but also reflects the ancient people’s pursuit of a harmonious living environment.
Third, Yue Buqun and gossip array
In Jin Yong’s martial arts novel “The Smiling Proud Wanderer”, the Huashan school master Yue Buqun had used the bagua array to train his disciples. He will gossip formation into the sword, created “gossip sword”. In the story, Yue Buqun use the principles of the gossip array, making the Huashan School of swordsmanship more subtle, and become a masterpiece in the martial arts.
Fourth, the gossip array and Taoist legend
In the Taoist legend, gossip array also has an important position. According to legend, the Taoist master Zhang Daoling had used the gossip array to drive away evil spirits. Based on the directions of the eight trigrams, he laid down the formation so that the demons and devils could not escape and were eventually subdued. These stories are widely circulated in Taoist texts and folklore, gossip array is therefore also given a mysterious religious color.
Five, gossip in the modern application
Although modern society no longer has the ancient wars and conflicts, the principles of Bagua Formation are still applied in various fields. For example, the Bagua Formation can be seen in martial arts, Tai Chi, dance and other art forms. It has been passed on and developed as a cultural heritage.
Conclusion:
The stories of Bagua Formation are colorful and it is not only the embodiment of ancient Chinese military wisdom, but also an important part of Chinese culture. These stories convey the Chinese people’s pursuit of harmony and balance, as well as their deep understanding of the laws of nature and the universe. The mysterious color and practical value of the Bagua Formation have made it an eternal topic, attracting generation after generation to explore and study it.