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1 Chien
Chien (represents)
what is great and originating, penetrating, advantageous, correct and
firm.
1. In the
first (or lowest) NINE, undivided, (we see its subject as) the dragon
lying hid (in the deep). It is not the time for active doing.
2. In the
second NINE, undivided, (we see its subject as) the dragon appearing in
the field. It will be advantageous to meet with the great man.
3. In the
third NINE, undivided, (we see its subject as) the superior man active
and vigilant all the day, and in the evening still careful and apprehensive.
(The position is) dangerous, but there will be no mistake.
4. In the
fourth NINE, undivided, (we see its subject as the dragon looking) as
if he were leaping up, but still in the deep. There will be no mistake.
5. In the
fifth NINE, undivided, (we see its subject as) the dragon on the wing
in the sky. It will be advantageous to meet with the great man.
6. In the
sixth (or topmost) NINE, undivided, (we see its subject as) the dragon
exceeding the proper limits. There will be occasion for repentance.
7. (The lines
of this hexagram are all strong and undivided, as appears from) the use
of the number NINE. If the host of dragons (thus) appearing were to divest
themselves of their heads, there would be good fortune.
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