The Eleventh Strategy of the Thirty-Six: Beards

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In ancient times, adult men typically wore beards, likely due to the lack of razors. Beards symbolized adulthood and were an essential facial feature. Today, fewer men choose to have beards; it appears that primarily artists and masters grow them intentionally to set themselves apart from the ordinary. Of course, some simply enjoy having a beard as a personal style choice.

• Black beards are associated with bravery and a proactive disposition.
• Sparse beards are seen as a sign of a well-developed intellect and rational thinking.
• Brown beards are thought to indicate intelligence, exceptional talent, and deep emotions.
• Coarse beards are indicative of a straightforward, honest character, but they can also suggest impatience and a tendency to provoke resentment.
• Dense beards may imply a stubborn, domineering personality, often lacking empathy.
• Dull beards suggest an unpredictable temperament, characterized by frequent mood swings and a flawed character.
• A shiny, soft, and elastic beard is seen as a sign of noble character and the ability to gain support from others.
• Dense, coarse beards that extend to the throat are indicative of someone with grand ambitions but a chaotic mind, often described as an ambitious schemer. Beards can reflect aspects of one's character.
• People with coarse beards are often considered more anxious by nature.
• Those with sparse beards tend to have a more rational approach to life.
• Individuals with thick, coarse beards that reach the throat are often thought to possess significant aspirations.