Contemporary Interpretation
Introspection gives room
to breathe.
We all are rooted
In abysses
And grow
Into the world.
Introspection
Gives
Room to
Breathe.
Follow the Path of the Dao: A Western Approximation
The Hexagram's Inner Trigrams
Upper Trigram: Dui, Lake
2nd Core Character: Sun, Wind (Tree)
1st Core Character: Li, Fire
Lower Trigram: Kan, Water
The Hexagram's Inner Trigrams in the Context of Yin and Yang
Changes and Impulses
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Oppression (47) signifies encounter.
The image
There is no water in the lake: the image of oppression. Thus the superior man dedicates his life to follow his will.
The judgement
Oppression. Success. Perseverance. The great man brings about good fortune. No blame. When one has something to say, it is not believed.Full text of Richard Wilhelm's 1924 translation by Cary F. Baynes
- Hexagram 46 → hexagram 47 → hexagram 48
- KI7 (A Returning and Repeating Current)
- Autumn
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