Why did Zhuge Liang sacrifice to Lushui? (Xialieliezhi 105) 2012.8.2, Thursday. The temperature is 13~28℃.

After Zhuge Liang pacified the south, on his way to reorganize his troops, before crossing the Lu River, he encountered a strong wind and strong waves in the Lu River, making it impossible for his troops to cross. Meng Huo told Zhuge Liang that he was acting recklessly. Forty-nine human heads, black cattle and white sheep must be sacrificed in order to achieve peace and tranquility. Zhuge Liang also personally investigated and studied, and the locals said: Every night since Chengxiang passed away, ghosts and gods howl by the waterside. No one dares to cross. Zhuge Liang seized this opportunity to resolve the doubts and make ideological preparations for the Northern Expedition to Wei. Of course, Zhuge Liang can no longer use forty-nine human heads to drain water. He made forty-nine large steamed buns with flour and beef and mutton instead of human heads. This can also be said to be an innovation! Zhuge Liang knew the principle of "the wind stops during the day and at night". Through his great sacrifice to Lushui, there will definitely be a calm situation. From the current perspective, this is a natural phenomenon, caused by strong convective weather, and it will subside if we don't stop it. Zhuge Liang took this opportunity to make a big fuss. He also wrote a special memorial poem, which he recited with sincerity and sincerity, and educated both the troops and Meng Huo. Especially the fallen soldiers are mentioned. He also promised, “Don’t be a ghost in a foreign land, just a soul in a foreign land.” It is necessary to report to the emperor, "Let each of your families benefit from the dew of kindness. I will give you food and clothing every year, and I will give you records every month. I will repay you with this to comfort your heart." It can be seen from this that Zhuge Liang's sacrificial text not only commemorates the souls of the dead, but also pays homage to the souls of the dead. They were doing mobilization work for the Northern Expedition. After returning to the court, Zhuge Liang really fulfilled his promise. The vigorous war against Wei is about to begin. Zhuge Liang is really a genius! His work style is to look at three things at a glance, and follow each other closely! It's really watertight. Worth learning from.