Zhuge Oracle Lesson 216

Oracle Text

Within the gate, the shield and spear are raised,
kin and foe alike in no accord;
but when one robed in vermilion meets the sun and moon,
you begin to laugh aloud at last.

Interpretation

Guard against discord in the family and brothers turning on each other; beware of close relations becoming enemies. Tread with the utmost care, and in the end you can succeed.