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KararKhien indicates progress and success. The superior man, (being humble as it implies), will have a (good) issue (to his undertakings).
1. çizgiThe first SIX, divided, shows us the superior man who adds humility to humility. (Even) the great stream may be crossed with this, and there will be good fortune.
2. çizgiThe second SIX, divided, shows us humility that has made itself recognised. With firm correctness there will be good fortune.
3. çizgiThe third NINE, undivided, shows the superior man of (acknowledged) merit. He will maintain his success to the end, and have good fortune.
4. çizgiThe fourth SIX, divided, shows one, whose action would be in every way advantageous, stirring up (the more) his humility.
5. çizgiThe fifth SIX, divided, shows one who, without being rich, is able to employ his neighbours. He may advantageously use the force of arms. All his movements will be advantageous.
6. çizgiThe sixth SIX, divided, shows us humility that has made itself recognised. The subject of it will with advantage put his hosts in motion; but (he will only) punish his own towns and state.
— James Legge, 1882
Metin: James Legge'in 1882 çevirisi (kamu malı), hafifçe düzenlenmiş. Her heksagramın kendi okumamız yazılıyor.