The I Ching Speaks!

     2.   K'un / The Receptive

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          ---- ----     above     K'un   The Receptive, Earth
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          ---- ----     below     K'un   The Receptive, Earth
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     The Judgement

          The Receptive brings about sublime success,
          Furthering through the perseverance of a mare.
          If the superior man undertakes something and tries to lead,
          He goes astray;
          But if he follows, he finds guidance.
          It is favorable to find friends in the west and south,
          To forego friends in the east and north.
          Quiet perseverance brings good fortune.

     The Image

          The earth's condition is receptive devotion.
          Thus the superior man who has breadth of character
          Carries the outer world.

     The Lines

          Six in the third place means:
          Hidden lines.
          One is able to remain persevering.
          If by chance you are in the service of a king,
          Seek not works, but bring to completion.

          Six in the fifth place means:
          A yellow lower garment brings supreme good fortune.


     39.  Chien / Obstruction

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          ----------     above     K'an   The Abysmal, Water
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          ---- ----     below     K^en    Keeping Still, Mountain
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     The Judgement

          Obstruction. The southwest furthers.
          The northeast does not further.
          It furthers one to see the great man.
          Perseverance brings good fortune.

     The Image

          Water on the mountain:
          The image of Obstruction.
          Thus the superior man turns his attention to himself
          And molds his character.