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Khwan
In (the
condition denoted by) Khwan there may (yet be) progress and success.
For the firm and
correct,
the (really) great man, there will be good fortune. He will fall into
no error. If he make speeches, his words cannot be made good.
1. The
first six, divided, shows its subject with bare buttocks straitened
under the stump of a tree. He enters a dark valley, and for three years
has no prospect (of deliverance).
2. The
second NINE, undivided, shows its subject straitened amidst his wine
and viands. There come to him anon the red knee-covers (of the ruler).
It will be well for him (to maintain his sincerity as) in sacrificing.
Active operations (on his part) will lead to evil, but he will be free
from blame.
3. The
third six, divided, shows its subject straitened before a (frowning)
rock. He lays hold of thorns. He enters his palace, and does not see
his wife. There will be evil.
4. The
fourth NINE, undivided, shows its subject proceeding very slowly (to
help the subject of the first line), who is straitened by the carriage
adorned with metal in front of him. There will be occasion for regret,
but the end will be good.
5. The
fifth NINE, undivided, shows its subject with his nose and feet cut
off. He is straitened by (his ministers in their) scarlet aprons. He
is leisurely in his movements, however, and is satisfied. It will be
well for him to be (as sincere) as in sacrificing (to spiritual beings).
6. The
sixth six, divided, shows its subject straitened, as if bound with creepers;
or in a high and dangerous position, and saying (to himself), 'If I
move, I shall repent it.' If he do repent of former errors, there will
be good fortune in his going forward. |
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