The judgment
Heaven and earth do not communicate. Petty people prevail; it is not the time to assert yourself. The great departs, the small arrives.
The image
Heaven and earth do not unite. So the wise person withdraws into their own worth and cannot be bought.
The six lines
- Six at the beginningOne reed is pulled up and other roots come with it: perseverance brings good fortune and success.
- Six in the second placeEnduring and adapting suits the petty; the great person accepts the standstill and stays whole.
- Six in the third placeShame is carried. Recognizing it is the first step.
- Nine in the fourth placeWhoever acts by a higher mandate remains without blame and attracts companions.
- Nine in the fifth placeThe standstill ends. Remember: "What if it fails? What if it fails?" Tie your fate to deep roots.
- Nine at the topThe standstill overturns: first standstill, then joy.
Commentary
Things are blocked and communication doesn't get through. It is not the time for big initiatives or compromises with those who are unfair. Keep your integrity and wait for the cycle to change. Standstill does not last forever: whoever stays true to themselves is ready when things open again.
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