Classical Text 古典文獻 · Sun Tzu Art of War 孫子兵法
Chapter 5 — Energy (Shi)
兵勢 (Energy)
兵勢
Energy (Shi)
Chapter 5
Chapter Summary
本章概要
Explains the use of creativity and timing in building an army's momentum. Emphasizes the creation of "Shi" (Energy/Momentum) which is the kinetic force created through dynamic positioning.
Key Quote
重要引語
勢如彍弩，節如發機。
“Energy may be likened to the bending of a crossbow; decision, to the releasing of a trigger.”
Application in the Five Arts
五術應用
In Feng Shui Selection: Identifying "Shi" (Mountain Momentum) is critical. A site with strong incoming Dragon momentum creates kinetic energy that can be tapped, far superior to flat, stagnant land.
Study Translation
導讀譯文
Core teaching. Explains the use of creativity and timing in building an army's momentum. Emphasizes the creation of "Shi" (Energy/Momentum) which is the kinetic force created through dynamic positioning.
Canonical maxim. Energy may be likened to the bending of a crossbow; decision, to the releasing of a trigger. 勢如彍弩，節如發機。
Chapter focus. Chapter 5 (兵勢 (Energy)) centers on cultivating Shi (Momentum) through strategic positioning and timing to amplify force without direct conflict.
Source note. Source: Sunzi Bingfa (孫子兵法), public-domain classical editions; portal synthesis for bilingual study.
Liuren Fajiao Commentary
六壬法教評注
Five Arts application. In Feng Shui Selection: Identifying "Shi" (Mountain Momentum) is critical. A site with strong incoming Dragon momentum creates kinetic energy that can be tapped, far superior to flat, stagnant land.
Interpretive note. In Liuren Fajiao practice, Shi (Energy) informs the assessment of momentum in celestial configurations, where timing and spatial alignment are paramount for ritual success.
Research note. Chapter 5 serves as a study scaffold for understanding kinetic force in tactical planning, making the abstract concept of Shi accessible through structured bilingual exposition.
Source Note
來源說明
Source: Sun Tzu Art of War (孫子兵法), Chapter 5