In February of the year 292 AD, a huge rift suddenly opened up in the northwest sky! Liu Xiang once said, "When the sky cracks, there is a deficiency of yang energy; when the earth moves, there is an excess of yin energy," which indicates a deficiency of yang energy and an excess of yin energy. At that time, the emperor was indifferent to everything, and Empress Jia Nanfeng held all the power.
In April of the year 293 AD, Mars stayed in the Taiwei Palace for 60 days. Astrologers claimed, "This portends that the feudal lords and high-ranking officials will rebel, and some officials will definitely be executed." Another interpretation was even more serious: "The emperor is destined to lose his kingdom!" In the spring, Venus stayed in the Bi Xiu constellation for over a hundred days. Astrologers warned, "This indicates that urgent orders will be issued, and the country is in danger." Others warned, "The prime minister is doomed, and the border will be restless." That year, the three stars Zhenxing, Suixing (Jupiter), and Taibai (Venus) aligned in the Bi Xiu and Mao Xiu constellations. Astrologers said, "This indicates war and death, with Bi Xiu and Mao Xiu corresponding to the territory of Zhao." Eventually, Empress Jia schemed against the crown prince, deposed and executed the King of Zhao, as well as Zhang Hua and Pei Wei, eventually usurping the throne and reducing Emperor Hui to a retired emperor. From then on, chaos reigned in the world, and disasters continued.
In April of the year 295 AD, a star traveled from Kui Xiu to Xuanyuan and Taiwei, passing through San Tai and Daling. Astrologers said, "Kui Xiu represents the state of Lu and the arsenal, Xuanyuan represents the harem, Taiwei represents the imperial palace, San Tai represents the three high-ranking officials, and Daling represents the accumulation of corpses, foretelling widespread death." The following year, the armory was engulfed in flames, and the Western Qiang revolted. Five years later, Sikong Zhang Hua was assassinated, Empress Jia was deposed and killed, and Lu Gong Jia Mi was also executed. Another year later, Prince Zhao Sima Lun usurped the throne. Thus, three princes rallied their forces to confront Sima Lun, and over 100,000 people died among the common people and soldiers.
In June of the year 296 AD, at midnight, a star like a bent arrow flew from the Big Dipper's Dubhe (the Pivot of Heaven) towards the southeast. The diviners said, "This is chaos upon chaos! The Big Dipper governs military affairs, and this star flying out from Dubhe indicates that the one in charge of military affairs is not rightful." In October, Venus could be seen during the day as well. Later, King Zhao killed Zhang Hua and Pei Wei, deposed Empress Jia, avenged the Crown Prince, then usurped the throne, ultimately leading to a massacre. This was indeed "using chaos to confront chaos," fulfilling the prophecy of war and the rise of powerful ministers.
In February of the year 299 AD, Mars halted in Antares. The diviners said, "This is an ominous sign for those in power." In August, Mars entered the Feather Forest, the Imperial Guards. The diviners said, "The Imperial Guards are about to launch a large-scale operation." Two years later, Emperor Hui was deposed as the Retired Emperor, followed by three princes rising up to attack Sima Lun. Sima Lun sent out all the Imperial Guards, and the two sides remained at a standstill for several months.
In March of the year 300 AD, oh no, something serious is brewing in the south; the Middle Terrace star has even cracked, and Venus can be seen during the day! The fortune-tellers said, "This is a sign of major events to come! 'When the demon star appears, a great army will rise in the world. When the Middle Terrace star is abnormal, the three highest officials in the court will face misfortune. When Venus is seen during the day, it means there are traitors conspiring to rebel.'"
This month, Empress Jia had the Crown Prince killed, and then Prince Zhao Lun had Empress Jia and Grand Preceptor Zhang Hua killed and usurped the throne, becoming the Emperor! Several princes then emerged, vying for power and profit, each taking turns to wield authority. By May, Mars moved into the Southern Dipper constellation. "When the Prime Minister dies, the army rises. The Dipper also represents Wu." The diviners foretold the Prime Minister's death and a significant battle, with the Southern Dipper constellation symbolizing Wu, indicating impending chaos in that state. At that time, Prince Zhao Lun served as the Prime Minister; the following year, he usurped the throne but was soon defeated by other princes who rose against him. In the year 302 AD, Shi Bing captured Yangzhou.
In August 300 AD, Mars moved into the constellation of the Winnowing Basket. "When the ruler loses his position, the army rises." This signifies that the Emperor will lose his position and that war is imminent. By December, a comet appeared to the west of the Cowherd constellation, pointing to the Heavenly Market. "The Cowherd is the beginning of the Seven Luminaries. The appearance of a comet indicates a change in era!" The Cowherd is the first of the Seven Luminaries, and the appearance of a comet here indicates a change in dynasty! The Heavenly Market is also known as the Heavenly Court, or the Emperor's seat. Sure enough, the following year, Prince Zhao usurped the throne, changed the era name, and was quickly defeated.
In February 301 AD, Venus appeared from the west and retrograded into the Eastern Well constellation. "When the country loses its governance, the ministers rebel." This indicates that the country's governance is failing and that the ministers are plotting rebellion. In April, a comet appeared in the Qi constellation. "Qi will suffer a loss of troops." This means that Qi will go to war, and many will die. At that time, King Qi Jiong raised an army to confront Prince Zhao Lun. After Prince Zhao Lun's defeat, King Qi Jiong commanded a large army but disregarded the court's orders, ruling with absolute power and acting recklessly, which ultimately led to his death the following year.
In the year 301 AD, from the first month to the leap month, five stars appeared in the daytime sky for several months in a row. The "Book of Stars" says: "The sun represents the ruler, and the stars represent the subjects. When the sun comes out, the stars cannot be seen, and the subjects cannot hold power. Seeing stars in the daytime sky at noon is called 'crossing the sky,' indicating that the subjects will rebel and change the dynasty. Now, all five stars are appearing during the day; this is a celestial phenomenon like never before!" Shi's explanation is: "If the morning star appears during the day, the country will either be doomed or thrown into chaos." At that time, various feudal lords were fighting for power and gain, two emperors fled, and six minority forces were powerful, taking turns occupying the Central Plains, which was unprecedented in history.
In the first year of Yongning, in May, Venus appeared during the day. The divination results were consistent with previous findings. In July, Jupiter stayed in the constellations of Xu and Wei. The divination indicated: "Jupiter's presence in Xu and Wei signals the threat of war." Another interpretation is: "Staying in Xu indicates famine; staying in Wei means heavy corvée labor, inflicting severe suffering on the populace." The morning star entered the Taiwei Constellation. The divination said: "This is a sign of internal strife." Another interpretation is: "The ministers will kill each other." Venus stayed at the Right Gate. The divination warned: "War, rebellion, and banditry are imminent." On the day of Wuyou in the eighth month, the town star invaded the Left Law and Upper Minister stars. The divination said: "The Upper Minister is at risk." Mars stayed in the Pleiades. The divination said: "The states of Zhao and Wei are destined for disaster." The morning star stayed in the Carriage Ghost Constellation. The divination said: "The state of Qin is fated for disaster." On the day of Dingwei in the ninth month, the moon invaded the Left Corner star. The divination said: "The ruler is in danger." Another interpretation is: "The Left General will die, and rebellion will break out across the realm."
In the year 302 AD, on the Guǐyǒu day of the fourth month, Jupiter appeared during the day. The divination stated: "This is a sign of the minister's strong power." In October, Mars and Venus clashed in the Xūxiù and Wēixiù constellations. The divination warned: "There will be a large-scale war; the army will suffer defeat, and generals will fall. Xūxiù and Wēixiù mark the borders of the state of Qi." In December, Mars attacked Venus in the Yíngshì constellation. The divination indicated: "A rebellion will arise, signaling the downfall of a nation." Another interpretation suggests: "A change of prime minister is imminent." Initially, King Jiǒng of Qi pacified the capital, leaving behind a regent, but he ended up abusing his power and disregarding the emperor. In that month, Prince Sima Yǐng of Chengdu and Prince Sima Yē of Hejian sent troops to aid Prince Sima Yì of Changsha in his campaign against King Jiǒng of Qi. Jiǒng and Yì fought, both sides attacked and burned the palaces. Jiǒng was defeated and killed, and his older brother, General Sima Shí, along with over twenty others, were also killed. By the second year of Tai'an, Prince Sima of Chengdu attacked Prince Sima of Changsha, leading to hunger and suffering for both the court and the populace, leaving them exhausted.
In the year 303 AD, in February, a phenomenon of "Tai Bai entering the Mǎo constellation" appeared in the sky. The divination warned: "Chaos will engulf the world, and a large-scale war is imminent." In March, a comet appeared in the east, pointing to the Sāntái constellation. The divination indicated: "This signals defeat in battle; Sāntái represents the three highest-ranking officials of antiquity." In July, Mars entered the Dōngjǐng constellation in the east. The divination said: "There will be an outbreak of war, and the nation will descend into chaos." In autumn, Venus hovered near the Tàiwēi Shàngjiàng constellation. The divination foretold: "The general will meet his end in battle." That winter, Prince Sima of Chengdu and Prince Sima of Hejian launched an attack on Luoyang.
In January of the year 304 AD, King Sima Yue of Donghai captured King Sima Yi of Changsha, and Zhang Fang executed Sima Yi. In August of the year 303 AD, King Sima Yi of Changsha left with the Emperor to escape from the Kings of Chengdu and Hejian, and temporarily stayed at Xuanwu Hall. On that day, a strange phenomenon occurred in the sky, where it appeared to split in two, accompanied by thunderous sounds. "The sky split like thunder"; these three celestial phenomena mirrored those from the Yuankang era (299-300 AD), foretelling that ministers would usurp power. At that time, Sima Yi held absolute power in Changsha; later, the Kings of Chengdu, Hejian, and Donghai took turns in power, all fulfilling the previous omens. On November 11th, 303 AD, a star fell from the sky during the day, falling northward and emitting thunderous sounds. Divination said: "This is called Ying Shou; it is where military generals are located, signifying impending large-scale warfare and bloodshed." The following year, Liu Yuan and Shi Le attacked Bingzhou, resulting in widespread devastation. Wang Jun raised troops in the Yan and Dai regions, leading the Xianbei forces to besiege Ye city, leading to countless casualties. This thunderous sound symbolizes rage.
In the 11th month of the year 303 AD, the Planet of Destiny entered the moon. The divination said, "The country will have a situation where ministers will clash with each other." On the day of the 12th month in the year 304 AD, the Tai Bai star was eclipsed by the moon. The divination said, "There will be war in the world." On the day of the 1st month in the year 304 AD, the moon eclipsed the Tai Bai star, which is the same as the divination results from the Qinglong period. Mars entered the Southern Dipper, which is the same as the divination results from the Yongkang era. In this month, Mars was also eclipsed by the Planet of Destiny. The divination said, "There will be a large-scale war." In July, General Chen Zhen of the Left Guard led an army to attack the King of Chengdu as ordered, resulting in the defeat of the six armies and the enemy forces closing in on the emperor's chariot. In September, Wang Jun attacked the King of Chengdu in Ye City, which fell, and the King of Chengdu died in battle. The emperor returned to Luoyang, but Zhang Fang seized the emperor and took him to Chang'an. At that time, banditry was rampant, especially under the influence of Zhang Chang. Two years later, Emperor Hui died. In May of the year 304 AD, a guest star appeared in the sky and stayed in the Pi constellation. Astrologers said this foreshadowed the emperor's line would be cut off, or that ministers would face execution. "The guest star guards the Pi. The divination says, 'The emperor will have no heirs,' or 'ministers will face execution.'" This is an ominous sign!
On the Gengshen day of July 7th, the Bright Star afflicted the Jiao and Kang constellations, passed through Fang and Xin, then swept through Wei and Ji, and in September entered the Southern Dipper. Astrologers offered various interpretations, but all agreed it was an ill omen. "In July Gengshen, the Bright Star afflicts Jiao and Kang, passes through Fang and Xin, sweeps through Wei and Ji. In September, it enters the Southern Dipper. The prediction is: Afflicting Jiao indicates a major war in the world; afflicting Kang suggests a large army and worries for the ruler; entering Fang and Xin foretells military calamity; afflicting Wei suggests rebellion by generals and the people; afflicting Ji indicates worries for the empress." Some say, "Chaos in the world. Entering the Southern Dipper signifies military disaster." Some say, "Generals will cause chaos." They say that the Bright Star afflicting the Jiao constellation predicts a major war in the world, while afflicting the Kang constellation suggests a large-scale war and worries for the emperor; entering the Fang and Xin constellations means there will be military disasters; afflicting the Wei constellation suggests rebellion by generals and the people; afflicting the Ji constellation suggests worries for the empress. Some also say that this predicts great chaos in the world, entering the Southern Dipper signifies military disaster, and even generals rebelling. The regions affected by these calamitous stars include Yanzhou, Yuzhou, Youzhou, Jizhou, and Yangzhou. As predicted, the Battle of Dangyin took place in July, and in September Wang Jun killed the Inspector of Youzhou and Yan, attacked Ye City, which was soon captured. Yanzhou and Yuzhou became battlegrounds, and chaos erupted across the realm. Chen Min rebelled in Yangzhou, while Liu Yuan, Shi Le, Li Xiong, and other previously obscure figures rose up, seizing control of provinces and commanderies. Empress Yang faced imprisonment on several occasions. In the first year of the Guangxi era, Emperor Hui died without leaving an heir. "The invasions also correspond to the divisions of Yanzhou, Yuzhou, Youzhou, Jizhou, and Yangzhou. In July of that year, the Battle of Dangyin took place. In September, Wang Jun killed the Inspector of Youzhou and Yan, attacked Ye, which fell. Thus, Yanzhou and Yuzhou became battlegrounds. Chen Min caused chaos in Yang, while Liu Yuan, Shi Le, Li Xiong, and others rose up from obscurity, seizing control of provinces and commanderies. Empress Yang was frequently deposed. In the first year of the Guangxi era, Emperor Hui died, leaving no heir.
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In the year 304 AD, on the Yichou day of the seventh month, a meteor fell from the sky with a huge sound; in the second year of October, the meteor appeared again, once more accompanied by a loud noise. Liu Xiang interpreted this as a sign of the people abandoning their land. "In the first year of Yongxing, on the Yichou day of the seventh month, a star fell with a sound. In the second year of October, the star fell again with a sound. According to Liu Xiang, this is a sign of the people leaving their land." This foretells the impending fall of the Central Plains! In the same year, on the night of Renyin in December, a red light appeared in the sky, piercing the heavens, accompanied by a rumbling sound. In the second year, on the day of Dingchou in October, a red light appeared in the north again, crossing the sky from east to west. Astrologers claimed that this foreshadowed a large-scale war, and the rumbling sound signified anger. "In the first year of Yongxing, on the night of Renyin in December, a red mist spread across the sky, with a muffled sound. In the second year of October, on the day of Dingchou, red gas appeared in the north, crossing the sky from east to west. The divination said: 'This indicates a great army. The muffled sound signifies anger.'" Afterwards, chaos erupted throughout the land, with battles raging across all regions, "Subsequently, the four seas were thrown into turmoil, and the nine regions were embroiled in conflict."
In the year 305 AD, on the day of Bing Zi in the fourth month, Venus was in conjunction with the Wolf Star, astrologers said that this heralded a large-scale war. "In the second year of Yongxing, in the fourth month of Bing Zi, Venus was in conjunction with the Wolf Star. The divination said: 'The troops are rising.'" In September, the Year Star was positioned in the Eastern Well, which also indicated war, and the Eastern Well corresponded to the region of Qin. "In September, the Year Star guards the Eastern Well. The divination said: 'There are troops. The Well also corresponds to the region of Qin.'" That year, Gou Xi defeated Gong Shi Fan, Zhang Fang defeated Wang Xiao of Fanyang, and generals from the western regions attacked Wang Yu of Hejian. Wang Yu fled in panic and was ultimately killed by Wang Donghai. In August of the year 305 AD, a comet appeared in the Pleiades and the Net; astrologers said that this heralded a disaster of war. "In the second year of Yongxing, in August, a comet appeared in the Pleiades and the Net. The divination said: 'Loss due to war.' The Pleiades and the Net correspond to the regions of Zhao and Wei." On the day of Ding Chou in October, a star appeared in the Big Dipper. Some said that this was a sign that the Xuanji Star was changing position, indicating that the emperor would be fleeing; others said that this was a sign of a powerful country sending troops and the princes vying for power. "In October of Ding Chou, a star appeared in the Big Dipper. The divination said: 'The Xuanji has changed hands, the emperor would be fleeing.' It also said: 'A powerful country is sending troops, and the princes are vying for power.'" All of these predictions came true later. In the following year, Emperor Hui died. "In the next year, Emperor Hui passed away." In April of the year 306 AD, oh no, trouble is brewing! That Tai Bai star in the sky, it moved north from Yi to Wei and Ji! The fortune teller said: "If the Tai Bai star moves north like this, it indicates a new beginning, but if there is no large-scale war, there will definitely be a massacre in the city!" Sure enough, in May, this troublemaker, Ji Sang, attacked Ye City. The Wei County Governor, Feng Song, led his troops into battle but suffered a disastrous defeat! Ji Sang then killed Dong Yan Wang Teng, slaughtered over 10,000 people, and set fire to the palaces of the Wei Kingdom!
In May, trouble happened again! The Wandering Star moved southwest! The fortune teller said, "This is a sign of more chaos to come!" At that time, Sīmǎ Yuè defeated the King of Héjiān in the west and then welcomed the emperor back to the palace. Then, he arrested Miǔ Yìn, Hé Suí, and others, claiming they had ulterior motives and were plotting rebellion, which made him universally despised. Later, Shí Lè burned his corpse, fulfilling the earlier prophecy. In the ninth month of the Dīngwèi year, Mars was in the Heart constellation! The fortune teller said, "This is a great omen of disaster for the king!" On the day of Jǐhài, the Tíngxīng star moved into the Fángxiù and Xīnxiù constellations and aligned with the Suìxīng! The fortune teller said, "With Saturn in Fángxiù, there will be many disasters and deaths; in Xīnxiù, there will be great chaos in the country, and a general amnesty is needed!" He also said, "When the Tíngxīng and Suìxīng appear together, it is a sign of internal turmoil!" At that time, Sīmǎ Yuè wielded great power, but ultimately fell due to his tyranny and irrationality—doesn't that indicate internal turmoil? In November, Huìdì died, Huáidì ascended the throne, and then a general amnesty was declared. In the twelfth month of Guǐwèi, Venus aligned with the Tíngxīng! The fortune teller said, "This is a sign of civil war, a big battle is coming!" Afterwards, the King of Héjiān was killed by Sīmǎ Yuè, the Donghai King. In the first month of the second year, Sīmǎ Yuè killed Zhūgě Méi and others. In May, Jísāng defeated Féng Sōng and killed the King of Dōngyān. In August, Gǒu Xī defeated Jísāng. In the twelfth month of Jiǎshēn, a white gas resembling a rainbow appeared in the sky, descending from the center of the sky to the ground, visible for five consecutive nights before disappearing. The fortune teller said, "This is a sign of a big battle coming!" Sure enough, the following year, Wáng Mí rebelled in Qīngzhōu and Xúzhōu, Jísāng caused trouble in Héběi, chaos engulfed the country, with disasters everywhere! In the first month of the first year of Yǒngjiā, one night, a massive meteor suddenly streaked across the sky from the southwest to the northeast, followed by a multitude of smaller meteors, painting the sky red and rumbling like thunder. Some diviners interpreted this meteor as a sign that high-ranking officials were about to embark on a mission.
In May of the same year, Ji Sang assassinated Teng, the King of Dong Yan, and took control of the Hebei region. In November, the court sent He Yu to defend Ye City, resulting in Tian Zhen and his allies defeating Ji Sang and killing him at Le Ling. Later, the court appointed Tian Zhen as the Governor of Ji County, and his brother Tian Lan as the Governor of Julu. The smaller meteors trailing the larger one symbolized the ambitions of the young generals commanding their forces. At that time, Sima Yue was very angry because the areas east of Wei County and south of Pingyuan were all in league with Ji Sang. He granted these territories to Tian Zhen and his allies, like a blazing fire in the sky, reflecting Sima Yue's fury. In December of the first year of Yongjia, those meteors scattered. According to ancient books, the stars in the sky symbolize court officials, while the smaller stars symbolize the common folk. When the meteors scattered, it meant that court officials and the common people would flee in all directions, leading to countless casualties. In January of the second year of Yongjia, Venus vanished from sight. It was only seen in the east in February. This signified that something expected to appear was absent, foreshadowing ominous events ahead. After that, the wars continued, with countless deaths, and ultimately, the emperor perished in the Xiongnu's camp, and the Central Plains fell.
In the third year of Yongjia, in the first month, Mars invaded the Purple Star Enclosure (the place where the Celestial Emperor resides). The diviners said that this heralded a king's death in the wild and a fire in the imperial palace. At that time, the Grand Astrologer Gao Tangchong advised the emperor to move quickly; otherwise, Luoyang would surely fall. Sure enough, in the sixth month of the fifth year, Liu Yao and Wang Mi attacked Luoyang, burning down the palaces and temples, and the emperor ultimately died in Pingyang. In the third year of Yongjia, Saturn lingered near the Southern Dipper for a long time. The diviners said that wherever Saturn was located, that country would be blessed. At that time, the Prince of Langye began to build his power in Yangzhou. In the eleventh month of the same year, an earthquake occurred, which Chen Zhuo interpreted as a response to celestial events. In the twelfth month of the third year of Yongjia, two white gases appeared in the southeast and north, like ribbons shooting up into the sky, passing through the constellations of Canopus and Altair. The diviners said that this signaled that a large-scale war was about to break out. In the third month of the fourth year, Sima Yue captured Miu Yin, Miu Bo, and others; at the same time, unrest and warfare raged across the land. In the third month of the fifth year, Sima Yue died in Ningping City, and Shi Le defeated his army, leading to the deaths of over 100,000. In June, Luoyang was burned down, and the emperor was captured.
In October of the fifth year of Yongjia, Mars lingered near Antares. Two years later, the emperor died in the Xiongnu camp.
In the seventh month of the sixth year of Yongjia, back then, Mars, Jupiter, Saturn, and Venus were all squeezed between the Cowherd and the Weaver Girl stars, swaying in and out. According to the diviners, "The Cowherd, Yangzhou is divided," indicating that trouble was brewing in Yangzhou. Later, both capitals of Eastern Jin were destroyed, but Emperor Yuan revived Eastern Jin in the Yangzhou area, and that came to pass, didn't it?
In the first year of the Jianwu reign of Emperor Min, on the 7th day of the 5th month, Venus and Mars aligned in the Eastern Well constellation. The oracle declared, "When Venus and Mars meet, it foretells death." Although Emperor Min was trapped in Pingyang at the time, no one dared to leave the throne unoccupied, so this calamity was aimed at Emperor Min. In the sixth month, Venus moved to the Taiwei Palace, the emperor's residence. The oracle revealed, "When soldiers invade the emperor's court, it spells trouble for the king." In July, Emperor Min met his end in the enemy's camp, and people across the land donned mourning attire, mourning his death.
In July of the year 318 AD, the sight of Jupiter crossing the Southern Dipper appeared in the sky. The soothsayer predicted, "The regions of Wu and Yue are going to war, and the powerful will be troubled."
The following year, in February of 319 AD, Mars crossed the Eastern Well. The oracle revealed, "There will be war, and high officials will kill each other." In August of the same year, Jupiter crossed paths with the Xuan Yuan star. "There will be strife in the harem." Shortly thereafter, Jupiter crossed paths with Saturn in the Yi constellation. "A military mutiny is imminent!"
In April of the year 320 AD, a celestial phenomenon of "wayward arrow pointing at emptiness, danger, missing wings, and the shaft" appeared in the sky. The diviners said, "The place pointed by the wayward arrow will face the wrath of the world. The wings and shaft constellations, that is the boundary of Jingzhou!" In May, the planet Venus entered the constellation of Taiwei, affecting the General Star. "The emperor will personally lead the army into battle, and the general will be executed!" In June, Venus and Saturn met in the Fang constellation. "War and famine are about to occur!" In September, Venus once again triggered the Southern Dipper, just like in the year 318 AD. In October, the planet Mars was in the Eastern Well, in the south of five feudal lords, stagnant for a full thirty days. "If Mars stays in the Eastern Well for more than twenty days, the powerful will be troubled; staying in the realms of the five feudal lords, some lords will be killed." In December, Venus entered the Moon, in the Dou constellation. Guo Jingchun said, "The Moon belongs to water and is a symbol of the underworld. Venus is the planet of gold, invading the Moon; this is heaven saying that the balance of justice is disrupted, destroying its own laws."
In December of the year 321 AD, the Moon triggered Saturn in the Fang constellation. The divination result was, "That country will experience war and famine, and the people will be displaced." In March of the year 322 AD, Wang Dun led the armies of Jiangzhou and Jingzhou to attack the capital, engaging in fierce battle, resulting in the defeat of the imperial army. The generals Zhou Yi and Diao Xie were killed, and General Liu Wei fled. In April, the imperial court also killed the Inspector of Xiangzhou, Prince Qiao Cheng, and the General of Zhen Nan, Gan Zhuo. In the same year, in the intercalary month of December, Emperor Yuan passed away. A year later, Wang Dun was also executed, fulfilling the prophecy indicated by the celestial phenomenon of "the wayward arrow touching the wings."
In October of the same year, Shi Le invaded Yuzhou, plundering the inhabitants of Chengfu and Bi counties and heading north. The Inspector of Yuzhou, Zu Yue, sent troops to pursue, but was defeated by Shi Le and was forced to retreat to Shou Chun.
In January of the year 327 AD, Mars entered the Taiwei Palace. The astrologers predicted, "This is a sign of military disaster; the emperor will face misfortune as a result." Indeed, in the same year, in the eighth lunar month, the emperor died. By the year 329 AD, Su Jun rebelled, attacking the imperial palace, which led to the Empress Dowager's excessive worry, ultimately causing her death. The emperor was trapped in Shicheng, battles broke out throughout the country, and it was not until the year 331 AD that the chaos was finally brought under control.
In July of the year 331 AD, a comet appeared in the northwest direction, disappearing twenty-three days later. The astrologers predicted, "This is a sign of military chaos." In the same year, in December, Guo Mo killed the Governor of Jiangzhou, Liu Yin. The Governor of Jingzhou, Tao Kan, marched against Guo Mo and killed him the following year. At this time, Shi Le also declared himself emperor.
On the bingchen day of January in the year 333 AD, the moon entered the Southern Dipper constellation. The astrologers predicted, "There will be war." Some also said, "There will be a nationwide amnesty." In that month, the Hu people invaded Lou County and Wujin County, killing many civilians, and the court sent troops to guard Zhongzhou. The following year, the Hu people attacked the people of Nansha County and Haiyu County. In January of that year, the court issued a nationwide amnesty while simultaneously suppressing uprisings in Huainan and Xiangyang, eventually pacifying the rebellions. In November of the year 333 AD, Mars stayed in the constellations of the Stomach and the Pleiades. The astrologers predicted, "The states of Zhao and Wei will go to war." In July of the year 335 AD, Shi Le died, and Shi Hu declared himself emperor, committing widespread slaughter. Although Shi Le and Shi Hu both declared themselves emperors, their fortunes—strong and weak—were reflected in the Pleiades constellation, which had little connection to the Taiwei Palace.
In the third month of the year 335 AD, on the day of Jihai, the moon entered the Southern Dipper, just as it had six years earlier. In the same year in July, Shi Le died, Peng Biao defended Qiao County, Shi Sheng defended Chang'an, and Guo Quan defended Qinzhou, all surrendering to the court. The court then sent Protector Gao Qiu to lead troops to rescue Peng Biao, but Peng Biao was defeated and Gao Qiu retreated. Later, Shi Hu and Shi Bin attacked and eliminated Shi Sheng and Guo Quan. In January of the year 332 AD, the court ordered a general amnesty throughout the country. In July of the year 335 AD, Mars entered the Pleiades. The soothsayers foretold, "The Hu king is about to die." Shi Hu launched attacks everywhere, causing widespread slaughter. In August, the moon violated the Pleiades. The soothsayers foretold, "The Hu people are not at peace." In June of the year 336 AD, the moon once again violated the Pleiades. At this time, although Shi Hong inherited Shi Le's imperial throne, Shi Hu was domineering and extremely cruel. In October, Shi Hu deposed Shi Hong and proclaimed himself emperor, imprisoning and killing Shi Hong.
On the day of Jihai in the third month of the year 336 AD, Mars entered the constellation of Yugu, violating the Accumulated Corpse star. The soothsayers foretold, "There will be war in the northwest, and the army will suffer casualties." In April, General of the Western Regions and Governor of Yongzhou, Guo Quan began to surrender to the court, but was soon defeated by Shi Bin, and his followers were relocated to Qingzhou and Xuzhou.
On a day in February of the year 335 AD, the planet Venus appeared in the Pleiades constellation. The soothsayers foretold, "This indicates that there will be a war outbreak, and there will also be a severe drought." In April, Shi Hu's cavalry reached Liyang. The court grew increasingly worried about Shi Hu's military strength, so Wang Dao was promoted to Grand Marshal and put in charge of deploying troops and preparing for battle. The court also set up military camps in Cihu, Niuzhu, and Wuhu to strengthen defenses. However, by May, these military camps were disbanded. At this time, the Hu forces besieged Xiangyang once more, and General of the Expeditionary Forces, Yu Liang, sent Ning Ju to lift the siege. In June, a drought indeed occurred.
In August 335 AD, one day, Mars was in the heart (Mars entered the constellation Jing). The diviners said, "If there is no war, war will break out; if there is war, the war will end." That summer, the court mobilized troops, established military camps across the country, and reinforced defenses. At the same time, Wang Dao was promoted again to Grand Marshal to guard against the invasion of the Hu people. On a day in March 335 AD, the moon passed into the Pleiades. The diviners said, "The Hu king is going to die." In November of the same year, the moon entered the Pleiades again; by August 336 AD, it did so once more. The divination results were consistent. In 338 AD, Shi Hu led an army of seventy thousand to the battlefield, and in February 339 AD, he attacked Duan Liao, who was defeated and forced to flee. Then, Shi Hu attacked Murong Huang, but was unsuccessful and had to pull back. Murong Huang pursued Shi Hu, killing hundreds of people. Shi Hu left General Ma Qiu to defend Lingzhi, and later, Murong Huang defeated Ma Qiu, capturing and killing Duan Liao.
In the year 336 AD, on a certain day in January, a comet appeared in the western sky, located in the constellation of Kǔi Xù. The soothsayers said, "This foretells war and death. Kǔi Xù also represents border military affairs." In the year 339 AD, Shi Hu once again attacked Murong Huang, but was defeated again, with Murong Huang pursuing Shi Hu and defeating Ma Qiu once more. At that time, Murong Huang claimed to be a vassal state, in line with the divination results of border military affairs. In the year 336 AD, on a certain day in January, the moon approached the second star of the constellation of Fáng Xù. The soothsayers said, "This foretells troubles for the generals." In July of the year 340 AD, Prime Minister Wang Dao passed away; in August, Grand Commandant Chi Jian passed away; in January of the year 341 AD, General Yu Liang, the Conqueror of the West, passed away. In September of the year 336 AD, Venus passed through the Southern Dipper, visible during the daytime. The soothsayers said, "The Southern Dipper represents the Prime Minister and also represents Yangzhou. Venus trespassing foretells death and mourning. Its appearance during the day signifies the existence of treacherous individuals, as well as war and casualties." In 337 AD, Shi Hu declared himself the Heavenly King; in 339 AD, Shi Hu defeated Duan Liao but was vanquished by Murong Huang. Murong Huang was the monarch of a vassal state. In the year 340 AD, Wang Dao passed away.
In June of the year 337 AD, a huge meteor appeared in the sky, twice the size of the Big Dipper, that was greenish-blue and emitted a red glow. Originating from the Kui constellation, it vanished north of the Lou constellation. The divination indicated that there would be famine and a poor harvest. Sure enough, that month saw a severe drought. In August of the same year, Mars entered the Yu Gui constellation, intruding upon the Constellation of Accumulated Corpses. The divination foretold: "Notable figures will encounter difficulties." On the Jia Xu day of that month, the moon obscured the distance star in the Dong Jing constellation. The divination foretold: "The nation will face troubles, and a high-ranking minister will die." On the Wu Zi day in September, the moon obscured the Jian star. The divination said: "A change in prime minister will be likely," another interpretation suggested: "A general will die." Five years later, Prime Minister Wang Dao died, and Yu Bing took over his role in assisting the court. Grand Commandant Xi Jian and Grand General of the West, Yu Liang, also died. On the Yi Chou day in November of that year, Venus was in conjunction with Jupiter. The divination warned: "War and famine are imminent."
In the second year, in the second month, Shi Hu breached Youzhou and moved over ten thousand households. Li Shou killed Li Qi. Five years later, fifty thousand Hu people launched another large-scale invasion of the Mian Nan area, looted more than seven thousand households, and then left. They also sent twenty thousand troops to surround and capture Zhu City, killing over five thousand people. On the Jisi day in April 338 AD, Venus was seen in the daytime in Liu constellation. The divination indicated: "War is imminent, or there will be insurrection." On the Yisi day in July, the moon eclipsed Venus. The divination said: "The emperor will lose land, and there will be a large-scale war." The following year, the Hu people launched another large-scale invasion of the Mian Nan area, captured Zhu City, and the Yu Province Governor Mao Bao and Xi Yang Prefect Fan Jun abandoned the city and drowned themselves in the river. The court declared urgent martial law across the realm, and the Left Guard, led by Huan Jian and Kuang Shu, rushed to Wuchang, and the Hu people retreated. Seven years later, Murong Huang declared himself the King of Yan. On the Wuwu day in May 338 AD, Mars invaded the Right Execution Star. The divination foretold: "A great minister will perish, and the ruler will be troubled." In September, Venus invaded the Right Execution Star. The divination said: "When five stars exhibit anomalies, the disasters of Venus and Mars will be the most severe." On the Wuzi day in November, Venus invaded the upper star of Fang constellation. The divination said: "The Prime Minister will face troubles." On the Jiyu day in the fifth year of July, the moon eclipsed the upper star of Fang constellation, yielding the same divination result. On the Gengshen day in the same month, Prime Minister Wang Dao passed away. In April 340 AD, the moon eclipsed Jupiter in the Wei constellation. The divination said: "The country will experience famine, and the people will be left homeless." On the Yiwu day, the moon eclipsed the distance star of the Pi constellation. The divination said: "There will be an outbreak of war." That night, the moon again eclipsed Jupiter in the Mao constellation. By winter, news of the defeats in Mian Nan and Zhu City had spread, resulting in over ten thousand households displaced.
In the first month of 340 AD, on the first day of the second month, a meteor appeared in the sky, large and bright like the Big Dipper, emerging from the Tian Shiyuan constellation and flying west into the Tai Weiyuan constellation. The diviners said, "A great person is going to be in trouble!" Then, on the fifteenth day of the second month, Venus entered the range of the moon. The diviners said, "The emperor is going to die!" On the fifth day of the fourth month, the moon was again influenced by Venus. The diviners said, "The emperor is going to have bad luck!" As a result, in June of 342 AD, Emperor Cheng indeed passed away.
On the sixth day of the third month of 340 AD, Mars moved to the position of the leading star in the Tai Weiyuan. The diviners said, "The general is going to be in trouble!" On the fourth day of the fourth month, Mars again invaded the star of the Right Law Enforcement. The diviners said, "Law enforcement officials are going to have bad luck!" On the ninth day of the sixth month, the moon was again influenced by the central star of the Cowherd. The diviners said, "The general is going to have bad luck!" At that time, He Chong served as the Minister of Personnel and concurrently as the Law Enforcement Officer. He was scared and wanted to find a way out. The following year, he requested to be transferred to the Minister of the Central Secretariat. In 343 AD, Yu Bing passed away, and the prophecies about the general and the officials facing misfortune came true. In the first month of that year, General Yuliang of the West also died. In March, Mars again affected the leading star. In September, Shi Hu's great general, Kuian, also passed away. Yu Bing passed away relatively late. Could it be that Yu Bing had enough virtue to shift the disaster onto Kuian? On the fourteenth day of the fourth month of 340 AD, Venus crossed the Bi Xiu Ju star. The diviners said, "There will be war!" Others said, "The empress is going to be in trouble!" On the second day of the sixth month, Venus again crossed the Xuan Yuan star. The diviners said, "The empress is going to be in trouble!" In March of 341 AD, Empress Du indeed passed away.
In the year 341 AD, on March 27th, the moon obscured Fang Xiu. The diviners said, "The general will be unlucky!" In the year 342 AD, in June, Mars again obscured the second star in Fang Xiu. The diviners said, "The second-in-command will be unlucky!" In the year 343 AD, Yu Bing, the General and Governor of Jiangzhou, passed away. At that time, He Chong, the General of the Cavalry, was in power, and Yu Bing was the second-in-command, which fulfilled the prophecy. On April 6th, 341 AD, Venus obscured Yu Gui. The diviners warned, "War is coming!" In May, Venus could be seen during the day. Based on the shadow calculations, it pointed to either the states of Qin, Wei, or Chu. The diviners warned, "The ministers are powerful and hold military authority." On August 8th, the moon obscured Yu Gui. The diviners said, "The emperor will be unlucky!" In June of 342 AD, Emperor Cheng indeed passed away. In August of 342 AD, the moon covered Pi Xiu and Chi Xing. The divination revealed: "The lower will rebel against the upper, and war will break out." In October, the moon covered Pi Xiu and Chi Xing again, with the same warning. Later, Venus obscured Ying Huo, and the divination foretold, "A great army will rise," indicating a major battle was imminent. Consequently, Yu Yi led a massive army against the Hu people, gaining more power and instilling fear in the court.
In 343 AD, on a certain day in the first month, the star Venus entered the Pleiades constellation. The divination stated: "There are troops in Zhao," or "Armies will rise across the land." In the fourth month, Venus was even visible during the day! In August, Venus clashed again with the Star of Destiny, and the divination said: "There will be a great army." That year, Shi Hu executed his son Shi Sui, along with his daughter-in-law and over two hundred loyal followers. He also sent General Liu Ning to plunder Di Dao and sent General Zhang Ju with over ten thousand troops to station themselves east of Ji Cheng, preparing to deal with Murong Huang. On November 6th, 343 AD, a comet appeared in the Kang constellation, measuring seven feet long with a white tail. The divination said: "The Kang constellation represents the court, indicating that the court will face military calamities or funerals." In September of the following year, Emperor Kang died. Furthermore, in 343 AD, Saturn clashed with the Tian Guan star. General Yu Yi from Anxi wrote to his brother Yu Bing, stating: "Saturn clashing with Tian Guan, the divination indicated that 'Guan Liang would be obstructed.' Recently, there haven't been major events in Jiangdong, and the roads are quite clear, but Shi Hu has closed the passes for several years, not sending envoys back and forth. Isn't this a sign that heaven is intentionally causing chaos?" In 344 AD, on a certain day in the leap month, Venus clashed with the Dipper constellation. The divination foretold: "There will be a funeral, and people across the realm will receive titles and lands." In September, Emperor Kang indeed died, the crown prince took the throne, and the court granted amnesty to everyone, with many people receiving titles and lands.
In the year 345 AD, in the first month, the moon moved to the Bixiu constellation. The fortune tellers said, "There will be a large-scale war outbreak." A few days later, the moon approached the Tian Guan constellation. The fortune tellers said, "There will be traitors trying to seize power." In May, during the day, Venus appeared near the Dong Jing star. The fortune tellers said, "The court officials are gaining power; there will be war in the Qin territory, meaning the Shu region." In June, the moon entered the Tai Wei enclosure and encroached on the southwest of the Ping star. The fortune tellers said, "Ministers who support the emperor will be dismissed." In July and August, the moon moved to the Bixiu constellation, with the same predictions as in the first month. Later, the moon approached the Yu Gui constellation, and the fortune tellers said, "A prominent minister will be killed." In September, the moon once again moved to the Bixiu constellation. At the beginning of that year, Yu Yi was in Xiangyang, and in July he fell seriously ill and appointed his son Yu Yuanzhi as the Inspector of Jingzhou to succeed him; however, Yu Yuanzhi was dismissed shortly after. The following year, Huan Wen led an army to attack the Shu region, captured the Shu Han emperor Li Shi, and escorted him to the capital. The Shu region was originally part of the Qin dynasty.
In the year 346 AD, in February, the moon moved to the constellation above Fang. In April, the moon once again moved to the constellation above Fang, with the same prediction as before. In August, Venus encroached upon the Zuo Zhi Fa star. That year, Cai Mo, the Minister of Works, was dismissed.
In the year 347 AD, in the first month, the moon moved near the fifth star of the Southern Dipper constellation. The diviner said, "The general will die, and the close ministers will be removed." In May, the moon moved near the fourth star of the Southern Dipper and entered the Kui constellation. The diviner said, "There will be war." Some also said, "There will be a general amnesty." In June, the moon moved near the Eastern Well constellation. The diviner said, "The general will die, and the country will face calamities." A few days later, the moon moved near the Five Princes star. The diviner said, "The princes will be slain." In September, Venus transgressed against the fifth star of the Southern Dipper. The diviner foretold, "There will be mourning for fallen soldiers." In July of the year 348 AD, Venus transgressed against the star of Zuo Zhifa. A few days later, the moon moved to the Fang constellation, then near the second star of the Southern Dipper, and Venus transgressed against the star of Zuo Zhifa again, with the same divination results as before. In October, the moon moved near the Kang constellation. The diviner said, "There will be an outbreak of war, and military leaders will die." In November, the moon moved near the star of Shangjiang. In June of the year 347 AD, the court issued a general amnesty. That month, Chen Kui attacked Shou Chun but was defeated and forced to retreat. In July, the remnants of rebel forces in the Di Shu region caused unrest in Yizhou. In September, Shi Hu attacked Liangzhou but was unsuccessful. In the year 348 AD, in April, Venus entered the Pleiades constellation. In May, Mars entered the Lou constellation and also clashed with the Zhen star. In July, Venus again clashed with the Xuan Yuan star. The divination indicated that the Zhao state would face military calamities, and the women, referring to the queen or empress dowager, would be anxious. In August of that year, Shi Hu's son Shi Xuan killed his brother Shi Tao, and Shi Xuan met his own demise as a consequence. In January of 349 AD, Shi Hu declared himself emperor, but soon died. That year, Chu Pou's Northern Expedition suffered heavy losses, and he also died shortly after, with the empress dowager wearing plain clothes. In January of 350 AD, the court banned music during official meetings.
In the fourth month of the year 349 AD, on Dingwei day, Venus entered the Eastern Well constellation. The divination said, "There will be war in Qin." On Wuxu day in the ninth month, Venus again entered the Zuojiao constellation. The divination said, "There will be war." In October, the moon entered the Maia constellation. The divination said, "The court will face troubles, and generals will die in battle." On Yimao day in the eleventh month, a comet appeared in the Kang constellation, shining to the west, with a white light, extending up to ten feet. The divination said, "There will be a disaster for the troops." In the eighth month of that year, Chu Pou was defeated in the northern expedition. In October, more than twenty cities in Guanzhong rebelled and surrendered, and Shi Zun captured Nanyang. In November, Ran Min killed Shi Zun and also killed over ten thousand Xiongnu people, leading to chaos in the Central Plains. In December, Chu Pou passed away. By the year 352 AD, Liu Xian, Fu Jian, and Murong Jun all declared themselves emperors. Yin Hao's northern expedition failed, and he was dismissed from his position.
In the sixth year of Yonghe, on Xinyou day in the second month, the moon entered the Xinsu constellation that night. The divination result was, "A great person is in for trouble." Xinsu corresponds to Yuzhou. Then, on Dingchou day, the moon entered the Fangsu constellation. The divination said, "Generals will face worries." Oh, now the high-ranking officials are all on edge. In the third month of Wuxu, Mars entered the Suixing constellation. The divination result was, "There will be war." It looks like there will be a battle! In the sixth month of Jichou, the moon entered the Maia constellation again, with the divination result mirroring previous predictions: "There will be war." On Yiwei day, the moon entered the Wuzhuhou constellation, with the divination result being the same as three years ago. In the seventh month of Renyin, as soon as the moon rose in the west, it entered the Zuojiao constellation. The divination said, "The great general will die!" Another interpretation is, "There will be a disaster involving troops." On Dingwei day, the moon entered the Jisu constellation. The divination said, "The military leaders will perish." On Bingyin day, Mars entered the Yue constellation, with the divination saying, "The grand ministers will be executed." In the eighth month of Xinmao, the moon entered the Zuojiao constellation, Venus appeared during the day, near the Southern Dipper. The moon also entered the Youzhifa constellation, with the divination result being the same as in previous times.
In February of the seventh year of Yonghe, Venus conjuncted with the Pleiades, and the divination outcomes remained unchanged. On the day of Yi Mao, Mars passed through the constellations of Yu Gui and Ji Shi, and the divination indicated, "A nobleman will face troubles." In the fifth month of Yi Wei, Mars entered the Xuan Yuan star, and the divination said, "The lady of the house will have troubles." Venus entered the Bi constellation, affecting the Zuoxing star, and the divination stated, "There will be conflicts between the generals." In June of Yi Hai, the moon passed through the Ji constellation. On the day of Bing Zi, the moon passed through the Dou constellation. On the day of Ding Chou, Mars entered the Tai Wei Yuan and affected the Right Law Star. In the eighth month of Geng Wu, Venus entered the Xuan Yuan star. On the day of Wu Zi, Venus entered the Right Law Star. The outcomes of these divinations remained unchanged.
That year, Liu Xian killed Shi Zhi and other Hu ethnic generals, leading to chaos in the Central Plains. Both the nomadic tribes and the Jin Dynasty mobilized over 100,000 troops each, all retreating to their own territories and attacking each other. With the plague spreading, casualties were severe, and only about one-third of the population survived. In the same year, Huan Wen set out to confront Zhang Yu, but was defeated by Fu Xiong. Yin Hao’s northern campaign also ended in failure, and he was ultimately relieved of his position. In the tenth year of Yonghe, Huan Wen went to attack Fu Jian, but was unsuccessful and returned without success.
In the year 352 AD, on the fifteenth day of the third month, the moon obscured the Xuan Yuan star. On the first day of the fourth month, the moon moved into the Southern Dipper and blocked the second star. In May, the moon obscured Fang Xiu. On the twenty-eighth day of the fourth month, the moon obscured Fang Xiu. On the eighth day of June, before the sun had set, a meteor suddenly appeared, as bright as the Big Dipper, flying from the sky between the constellations of Chen and Si towards the southeast. According to astronomical calculations, this meteor was probably in the territory of the Yan Kingdom. Divination said this was the "Camp Leader" star, and its appearance foretells a large-scale bloodshed. On the tenth day of July, Jupiter approached a star near the Dong Jing constellation. The divination results indicated, "There will be rebellion and war within the country." On the fifteenth day of August, Mars entered the Yu Gui constellation. Divination said, "A loyal minister will be assassinated." On the twenty-first day of August, Venus entered the Southern Dipper and obscured the fourth star. Divination said, "A rebellion is imminent," and others suggested, "The Prime Minister may be dismissed."
In the year 353 AD, on the second day of the second month, Venus moved into the Southern Dipper again and obscured the third star. On the fifth day of the third month, the moon obscured Fang Xiu. In August, Jupiter moved to the southeast of the Yu Gui constellation. Divination said, "The constellation in the southeast governs war, and war is about to break out." In December, the moon moved to the Dong Jing constellation and obscured Jupiter. Divination said, "The Qin Kingdom will experience famine, and the people will be displaced." At that time, the young emperor was under his mother's rule, while the ministers were at odds and engaged in constant conflict. Murong Jun usurped the throne, established the Yan Kingdom, and kept attacking others; thus, these celestial phenomena frequently occurred, leading to Yin Hao's dismissal.
In the year 354 AD, on the second day of the first month, that night, the moon eclipsed the Mizar star. The divination results foretold, "There will be war between the Zhao and Wei Kingdoms." On the eighth day of the first month, the Pleiades star was eclipsed by the moon. Divination said, "Military action will be taken."
On the sixth day of the second month, the moon occulted the Heart star. The divination revealed: "The king will feel disgusted because of this." On the eighth day of the fourth month, a meteor, as big as the Dipper, appeared in a reddish-yellow color from the Weaver star and disappeared into the Zenith star, emitting a thunderous sound. The divination revealed: "The states of Yan and Qi will go to war, and the people will be displaced." On the fourteenth day of the fourth month, the moon occulted the Heart star again. On the seventh day of the seventh month, the bright Venus was visible even during the day. Based on calculations, disaster will strike the states of Qin and Zheng. On the eighth day of the ninth month, Venus invaded the Left Law star. In November, the moon eclipsed the Filling star, located near the Carriage Ghost star. The divination revealed: "There will be war in the state of Qin."
In the year 355 AD, on the eighth day of the third month, the moon eclipsed the Xuanyuan star. The divination outcome was the same as previously. On the fifth day of the fourth month, the moon invaded the Southern Ox star. The divination revealed: "The nation will encounter difficulties." On the sixth day of the eighth month, Venus invaded the Tianjiang star. The divination revealed: "The Yellow River crossing will be impassable."
In the year 356 AD, on the seventh day of the sixth month, the bright Venus was seen during the day again, positioned at the Eastern Well star, with the same divination outcome as previously. On the sixth day of the sixth month, the moon invaded the Axe star. On the fourth day of the seventh month, Venus invaded the Filling star, located in the Willow star. The divination revealed: "A large-scale war is imminent in the realm of Zhou." On the eighth day of the eighth month, the moon eclipsed the Jian star. On the second day of the ninth month, Mars entered the Taiwei Palace, where it obscured the Western General star. On the second day of the eleventh month, Mars invaded the Eastern General star of the Taiwei Palace.
In April of the year 354 AD, Huan Wen launched an attack on Fu Jian, defeating his Yao Liu forces. Fu Jian retreated to defend Chang'an while Huan Wen withdrew his troops. In December, Murong Ke attacked Qi. In August of the year 356 AD, Huan Wen defeated Yao Xiang at the Yi River, pacifying the Zhou region. In November, the cities of Qi fell, Duan Kan was captured, and over three thousand people were killed. Towards the end of the Yonghe period, the Xianbei invaded the regions of Henan and Jizhou. In the first year of the Shengping era (357 AD), Murong Jun occupied Linzhang, completely controlling Youzhou, Bingzhou, Qingzhou, and Jizhou. The generals along the Yellow River gradually dispersed, and as a result, the Yellow River crossings were also cut off.
In the year 357 AD, the King of Kuaiji requested a three-rank reduction in his title following the defeats of Chi Tan and Xie Wan. At that time, local powers were strong and wars were frequent, which led to the appearance of unusual celestial phenomena.
In the first year of the Shengping era of Emperor Mu of Jin, on the day of Renzi in April, Jupiter entered the Yu Gui constellation. On the day of Dinghai, the moon obscured the second star south of the East Well star in the Nanyuan Xitou constellation. The divination indicated, "War will break out in the Qin region." Some also predicted, "There will be deaths." In June of the Wuxu year, Jupiter could be seen during the day in Zhenxiu, and the divination result was the same as before. Zhenxiu marked the boundary of the Chu State. On the day of Renzi, the moon passed in front of the Pi constellation. The divination predicted, "Border conflicts are imminent." In the seventh month of Xinsi, Mars violated the Tianjiang constellation. The divination said, "The river crossing will become impassable." In the eleventh month, Saturn violated the Fang constellation. On the day of Renwu, the moon obscured Saturn in the Fang constellation on that day. The divination said, "The people will suffer from hunger." Others also predicted, "Disasters will strike Yuzhou."
In the second month of the second year of Shengping, on the day of Xinyue, the comet was in conjunction with the Xuanyuan major star. On the day of Jiawu, the moon was in conjunction with the Dongjing star. In the leap month of Yihai, the moon was in conjunction with the Star of the Year in the Fang constellation. The divination results were the same as before. In the fifth month of Dinghai, the comet appeared in the Tian Chuan constellation, positioned between the stars of the Wei constellation. The comet symbolizes war and death, representing the end of the old and the beginning of the new, appearing in the Tian Chuan constellation, foretelling that foreign invaders will attack Lingzhou. Others claimed, "There will be a great flood." In the sixth month of Xinyou, the moon was in conjunction with the Fang constellation. In the eighth month of Wuwu, Mars was in conjunction with the Tian Xing in the Zhang constellation. The divination said, "There will be a large-scale war. The Zhang constellation marks the boundary of the Three Rivers." In the tenth month of Jiwei, Venus was in conjunction with the Ku star. In the twelfth month, the Wanging star flowed from the southeast to the northwest, occupying half of the sky.
In the first month of the third year of Shengping, on the day of Renchen, Mars was in conjunction with the Jianbi constellation. The divination results showed, "The ruler will be troubled." In the third month of Yiyu, Mars retrograde was in conjunction with the Jinju star. The divination results showed, "The king will find this matter distasteful." The moon was in conjunction with Venus in the Ma constellation. The divination said, "The monarch will die." Some also said, "There will be military conflict in Zhao, and the court will face instability." In the sixth month, Venus was in conjunction with the Dongjing star. In the seventh month of Yiyu, Mars was in conjunction with the Tianjiang constellation. On the day of Bingxu, Venus was in conjunction with the Yu Gui constellation. The divination results were the same as before. On the day of Wuzi, the moon was in conjunction with the prominent star at the center of the Qian Niu constellation. The divination said, "The Qian Niu star is the general in the sky. Violating the prominent star at the center means the great general will perish." In the eighth month of Dingwei, Venus was in conjunction with the Xuanyuan major star. On the day of Jiazi, the moon was in conjunction with the major star in the Bi constellation. The divination said, "There will be border conflicts." Some also said, "The lower will challenge the upper." On the day of Gengwu, Venus was in conjunction with the Tian Xing in the Taiwei Palace. The divination said, "The king will find this matter troubling."
In the second year of Shengping, in May, the Di general of Guanzhong, Fu Jian, was killed, and his brother, Fu Jian, succeeded him. In December, Murong Jun arrived at Ye City. In August, Xie Yi, the General of Anxi and Governor of Yuzhou, passed away. In the third year of Shengping, in October, Zhuge You led the navy into the Yellow River but suffered defeat. Xie Wan, the Governor of Yuzhou, entered Yingchuan, but his army was defeated, leading to his dismissal and reduction to commoner status. In November, the Minister of Works and King of Kuaiji requested a three-rank demotion due to two military defeats. In the fourth year of Shengping, in January, Murong Jun passed away, and his son, Murong Wei, succeeded him. Murong Ke executed his Chancellor, Yang Wu, along with several others. In May, the region experienced severe flooding. In the fifth year of Shengping, in May, Emperor Mu passed away. On a few days in early January of the fourth year of Shengping, the moon obscured the brightest star of the Herdsman. It was foretold, "A great general will die." One day in June, the morning star blocked Xuan Yuan 14. It was foretold, "The mistress will be worried." Later on, Venus entered the right side door of the Taiwei Palace and exited through the front door. There were several interpretations of the divination: some said "the powerful will fall from grace," some said "there will be war," and another said "coming out through the front door, the ministers will not be submissive." One day in August, Venus again passed into the Di constellation. It was foretold, "The country will face troubles." One day in September, Venus entered the entrance of the Southern Dipper and clashed with the fourth star. It was foretold, "There will be funerals, but also pardons, and the entire nation will receive rewards." One day in October, Sirius appeared in the southwest. It was foretold, "There will be a large-scale war, bloodshed." One day in December, Mars entered the Fang constellation. In the same month, Venus could also be seen during the day. Later on, the moon blocked the Jianbi star. It was foretold, "The king will be displeased as a result."
In the fifth year of Shengping, on a certain day in the first month, the Tianxing star was in retrograde and collided with the Taiwei constellation. On another day of the same month, the moon blocked Weisu and approached the Tai Bai star. The divination said: "The people will become disorganized." On a certain day in the third month, the moon blocked Tianxing in Zhenxiu. The divination said: "There will be a great loss." On a certain day in May, the moon blocked the Taiwei constellation. In the same month, the moon blocked Jianxing. The divination said: "There will be infighting among the ministers." In the same month, the moon blocked Niuzhixing. The divination said: "The country will face challenges." In the first month of that year, General Xi Tan died. In May, Emperor Mu passed away, and Emperor Ai succeeded to the throne. The court issued a general amnesty, conferred titles, and Empress Dowager Chu lost power. In July, Murong Ke attacked the Inspector of Jizhou, Lv Hu, and was defeated by Wang Ba in battle, with Lv Hu fleeing to Xingyang. At that time, Huan Wen led a large army stationed in Wancheng, and upon hearing of Lv Hu's defeat, he withdrew his troops.
On a certain day in June of the fifth year of Shengping, the moon obscured the stars northeast of Di Xiu. The divination said: "A great general is in danger." On a certain day in September, the moon blocked Bi Xiu. The divination said: "There will be border wars." On a certain day in October, Mars violated the Year Star, positioned in the camp. The divination said: "There are ministers secretly plotting." Others claimed: "There will be war in Wei." In the same month, the moon blocked the brightest star in Bi Xiu. The divination said: "The lower ranks will rise against their superiors." In August, Fan Wang was removed from office. In the first year of Longhe, Murong Wei sent Fu Mobo to attack Heyin, and Chen You found himself in a precarious position.
In August of the year 361 AD, stars passed through the Dajiao and Kangxiu constellations, entering Tian Shiyuan. The divination result was: "There will be war and casualties." In January of the third year, Empress Wang died. In February, Emperor Ai also passed away. In March, Murong Ke attacked Luoyang, and Shen Jin and others died in battle. On October 10, 361 AD, the moon obscured the Tai Bai star, located near Xunü Xing. The divination revealed: "The people will scatter and flee." Another interpretation suggested: "Disaster will strike Yangzhou." Three years later, Luoyang fell. Later, Huan Wen depleted Yangzhou's military and material resources in an attack against the Xianbei, leading to a catastrophic defeat. He then attacked Yuan Zhen, and the Huainan region was also destroyed. Subsequently, the Di and Donghu tribes launched further invasions, and the war continued endlessly.
On January 1, 364 AD, the moon obscured the Suixing star, located in Canxiu. Canxiu marks the division of star fields in Yizhou. In June, General Zhou Fu, the Governor of Yizhou, passed away. In October, Liangzhou Governor Sima Xun rebelled, attacked Yizhou, and Zhu Xu led the army to help Governor Zhou Chu suppress the rebellion. On July 15, 364 AD, the moon violated the Nandou star. The divination revealed: "The female ruler will have troubles." Suixing violated the Yuguixing. The divination said: "The monarch will have troubles." In October, the Tai Bai star appeared in daylight, located in Kangxiu. The divination stated: "Kangxiu represents the court; there will be war and casualties, and the ministers will become powerful." Emperor Ai passed away in February of that year, and these calamities all took place in the Haixi region. In May of the following year, Empress Yu also died.
On February 15, 366 AD, the moon obscured the Yinghuo star, located in Canxiu. The divination revealed: "Internal strife is imminent." Another version said: "Canxiu is the star field of the Wei Kingdom." In the second year of January, the Tai Bai star moved into the Maosu constellation. Five years later, Murong Wei was eliminated by Fu Jian, and the four provinces of Sizhou, Jizhou, Youzhou, and Bingzhou came under the control of the Di tribe.
In the year 367 AD, on the 8th day of the 8th month, the planet Jupiter crossed paths with the planet Saturn, located in the Taiwei Constellation. In the year 368 AD, on the 6th day of the 6th month, Jupiter eclipsed the planet Mars, positioned at the entrance of the Taiwei Constellation. Six years later, the Duke of Haixi was removed from power.
In February of the year 370 AD, a comet appeared in the sky near the Purple Palace, and it did not disappear until July. The diviners proclaimed, "The comet hovering over the Purple Palace is an omen of a minister killing the monarch!" On an intercalary day, a halo appeared around the moon, with a white halo crossing through it, connecting to three stars in the north. The diviners warned, "This is an ominous sign for the ruler." Six years later, Huan Wen deposed the emperor.
On the 10th day of the 10th month in the year 370 AD, a huge meteor fell from the west with a thunderous sound. According to the diviners, "Meteors represent messengers of the nobility; the bigger the meteor, the more significant the messenger." The following year, the court demoted Yuan Zhen to commoner status. Huan Wen launched an attack on Shou Chun; Yuan Zhen died of illness, and Xi Jin succeeded him, seeking help from Fu Jian, but Huan Wen defeated Fu Jian's army. Six years later, Shou Chun fell, the sound of the city falling echoed like thunder, foretelling an angry scene of the soldiers.
In the intercalary month of the year 372 AD, Mars stayed at the entrance of the Taiwei Constellation. The diviners warned, "This signifies the emperor's downfall!" Some said, "The princes and high ministers are plotting rebellion!" Others warned, "Ministers will be executed." On the day of Xin Mao, the moon obscured a prominent star in the constellation. The diviners said, "This is an ominous sign for the ruler!" In November, Huan Wen deposed the emperor and requested to execute the Prince of Wuling. Emperor Jianwen disagreed, so Huan Wen relocated the Prince of Wuling to Xin'an.
