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Eight Formation Diagram
Author: Du Fu
Poem Title: Eight Formation Diagram
Content of the Poem:
His achievements overshadowed the Three Kingdoms,
His name established through the Eight Formation Diagram.
The river flows, yet the stone remains unmoved,
Regret lingers for failing to conquer Wu.
Explanation of the Poem:
This poem was written by Du Fu, a poet of the Tang Dynasty, praising the military talents of the famous general Zhuge Liang from the Three Kingdoms period and the power of the Eight Formation Diagram.
"His achievements overshadowed the Three Kingdoms": This line praises Zhuge Liang's accomplishments, highlighting his exceptional achievements in politics and military during the Three Kingdoms (Wei, Shu, Wu) era.
"His name established through the Eight Formation Diagram": Zhuge Liang became renowned for creating the Eight Formation Diagram, a complex military formation said to confuse enemies and enhance one's own combat effectiveness.
"The river flows, yet the stone remains unmoved": This line uses the river and stone as metaphors; while the river flows continuously, the stone remains still, symbolizing that regardless of how times change, the influence and value of Zhuge Liang's Eight Formation Diagram remain unchanged.
"Regret lingers for failing to conquer Wu": The final line expresses a sense of regret that Zhuge Liang was unable to realize his ambition of conquering Eastern Wu and unifying China; "regret" refers to unfulfilled aspirations.
The entire poem expresses admiration for historical heroes and reflects on their unfinished endeavors through praise for Zhuge Liang. The language in the poem is concise yet powerful, demonstrating Du Fu's profound understanding and evaluation of historical figures.
Story Title: The Wisdom of the Eight Formation Diagram
I was born in an ancient small town.
The people of this town have held deep admiration for historical heroes since ancient times.
Many stories about ancient heroes are passed down here. Among them, the one I admire the most is Zhuge Liang from the Three Kingdoms period. Zhuge Liang was the Chancellor of Shu Han during the Three Kingdoms era and was a great politician, military strategist, writer, and inventor. He was exceptionally wise, loyal to his country, and dedicated his life to serving the nation and its people.
He invented the Wooden Ox and Gliding Horse, Kongming Lantern, and Eight Formation Diagram, all of which were widely used in society at that time. His intelligence allowed him to effectively utilize the natural environment and geographical conditions, often employing strategies to repel enemies, instilling fear in them.
He was also a remarkable writer, leaving behind timeless works such as the Chancellor's Memorial. His loyalty to the state was unwavering; he devoted himself tirelessly to the development of the Shu Kingdom until his death. His deeds deeply inspire me and have sparked my strong interest in historical figures.
In the cool autumn of October, I nestled beside my grandfather, gazing at his weathered face. I said, "Grandpa, please tell me the story of how Zhuge Liang used the Eight Formation Diagram." Grandpa smiled, stroked his gray beard, and slowly replied, "Alright, today I will tell you how Zhuge Liang used the Eight Formation Diagram to defeat Cao Cao."
I clapped my hands in delight. Grandpa told me that after Liu Bei's defeat, Zhuge Liang led the Shu army to retreat to the banks of the Yangtze River while Cao Cao pursued them with hundreds of thousands of troops. Faced with a formidable enemy, Zhuge Liang showed no fear; he cleverly utilized the scattered rocks and trees along the riverbank to set up the Eight Formation Diagram, trapping Cao's army inside.
During the climax of the story, Grandpa narrated vividly, captivating my attention. I was amazed to discover that Zhuge Liang could use a pile of rocks and trees to hinder the powerful Cao army's advance; it was truly remarkable.
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