[{"data":1,"prerenderedAt":17},["ShallowReactive",2],{"metaeast_iching64_en-iching-29":3},{"slug":4,"archived":5,"date_created":6,"date_updated":7,"title":8,"content1":9,"content2":10,"seotitle":11,"seodescription":12,"htmlcode":13,"content0":14,"number":15,"seo_keywords":16,"og_title":8,"og_description":12},"iching-29",false,"2026-08-11T00:57:05.223Z","2026-07-04T14:35:06.000Z","Zhouyi \u002F I Ching, Hexagram 29: Kan, Water, Kan above Kan","Detailed explanation of Zhouyi Hexagram 29\n \u003Cbr>Original text of the Kan hexagram\n \u003Cbr>Kan: Repeated Kan, there is trust; the heart is free and open; action brings esteem.\n \u003Cbr>The Image says: Water arrives repeatedly; this is Repeated Kan. The noble person constantly maintains virtuous conduct and repeatedly practices the work of teaching.\n \u003Cbr>Explanation in plain language\n \u003Cbr>The Repeated Kan hexagram: Capturing prisoners, consoling and pacifying them; this brings success. Help will be received along the way.\n \u003Cbr>The Image commentary says: Kan represents water; water flows continuously without stagnating, and this is the image of the Kan hexagram. The noble person observes this image, honors virtuous conduct, follows the example of an unending stream, and learns how to educate the people.\n \u003Cbr>Explanation from The Heavenly Mechanism of Divining Changes\n \u003Cbr>The Kan hexagram has Kan below and Kan above, and is the original-position hexagram of the Kan palace. Kan means being trapped or a pit, a state of danger. At such a time, one should maintain confidence in order to break through to clarity.\n \u003Cbr>Explanation by Shao Yong, a Northern Song scholar of the Changes\n \u003Cbr>Hardship and danger, repeated danger and entrapment; many matters are obstructed, so act cautiously.\n \u003Cbr>Those who obtain this hexagram have poor luck, with many difficulties and dangers and much obstruction. They should speak cautiously, act prudently, and retreat to preserve safety.\n \u003Cbr>Interpretation by Fu Peirong, a Taiwanese master of traditional Chinese learning\n \u003Cbr>Timing and fortune: Rise gradually while guarding against trouble at all times.\n \u003Cbr>Wealth: Money flows like water; business prospers.\n \u003Cbr>Home: Neighbors are building; marriage brings closer family ties.\n \u003Cbr>Health: Diarrhea; pray devoutly.\n \u003Cbr>Traditional interpretation of the hexagram\n \u003Cbr>This is a same-type hexagram, with Kan below and Kan above. Kan is water and danger. With two Kans superimposed, danger is added to danger and obstacles are layered. One yang is trapped between two yin lines. Fortunately, yin is weak and yang is substantial, so sincerity can lead to sudden clarity. Though dangers are repeated, they reveal the brilliance of human nature.\n \u003Cbr>Great Image: Two bodies of water overlap. Kan water represents danger; advancing is dangerous and retreating is also dangerous, leaving a dilemma in both directions.\n \u003Cbr>Fortune: Crises abound. Respond calmly, keep an open and cheerful state of mind, and do not quarrel with others over anything.\n \u003Cbr>Career: You are trapped amid layers of hardship and danger, with peril arising everywhere. You must neither take reckless risks nor wait helplessly for death. Adopt a positive attitude, work hard to create conditions, change your circumstances, and turn danger into safety. Be wholly sincere and full of confidence; do not rely on luck or shy away from hardship. Observe quietly while awaiting change, use wisdom to break through the danger, and turn peril into safety.\n \u003Cbr>Business: Extremely unfavorable, possibly even reaching the brink of bankruptcy. Nevertheless, remain calm and grounded, keep a cool head, and do not let your mind become trapped even when your body is in danger. Do not act rashly; first protect yourself while observing how things change, then seize the opportunity to escape danger.\n \u003Cbr>Seeking fame: Others do not understand you; your talents are not recognized. Under no circumstances should you give up on yourself. Remain true to your original intention, stay composed, proceed step by step, and eventually people will understand and discover you.\n \u003Cbr>Marriage and love: You often encounter unfavorable circumstances. Analyze the causes calmly and actively improve your own conditions. Both parties should work together and cross the difficulties in the same boat.\n \u003Cbr>Decision-making: Unfortunate, but this is a trial before your fortune turns. As long as you do not lose your normal judgment because of hardship, do not seek luck, maintain confidence, and avoid putting yourself in danger. Remain composed, do not act rashly, discern the right moment, and you will surely turn danger into safety and achieve success in escaping the peril.\n \u003Cbr>\n \u003Cbr>The philosophical meaning of Hexagram 29\n \u003Cbr>\n \u003Cbr>The hexagram image of Kan and the symbolic meaning of Kan as Water\n \u003Cbr>Water over Water. In the I Ching, the symbol of the Kan hexagram is “☵”. This symbol arose because the ancients observed the surging rivers and saw that the powerful central current, like an arrow shot forth, struck outward on both sides, creating successive waves and streams, some gentle and some swift. They therefore used “—” to symbolize the central current and “—” to symbolize the tributaries or ripples flowing toward both sides. Combined, these formed the symbol “☵”, representing water.\n \u003Cbr>Besides symbolizing water, the Kan hexagram also represents the moon.\n \u003Cbr>The Kan hexagram represents a state of hardship and danger.\n \u003Cbr>Among the 64 hexagrams, Kan is formed by two Kan hexagrams overlapping. Kan is water and danger; with two Kans doubled,\n \u003Cbr>danger is added to danger, with obstacles layered upon obstacles. One yang is trapped between two yin lines. Fortunately, yin is weak and yang is substantial, so sincerity can lead to sudden clarity. Though dangers are repeated, they reveal the brilliance of human nature.\n \u003Cbr>Kan follows the Great Exceeding hexagram. The Sequence says: “Things cannot remain in a state of excess forever, so Kan follows it.\n \u003Cbr>Kan means entrapment.” The Great Exceeding hexagram implies excessive action; when action goes too far, one falls into danger, so the discussion next turns to Kan.\n \u003Cbr>The Image explains Kan as follows: Water arrives and arrives; Repeated Kan. The noble person constantly maintains virtuous conduct and repeatedly practices the work of teaching.\n \u003Cbr>The Image points out that the hexagram image of Kan is Kan below and Kan above, the appearance of flowing water. Water arrives one stream after another and surges like a tide; it must fill countless extremely deep pits ahead before it can continue forward, symbolizing repeated hardship and difficulty. Therefore, the noble person should persevere without pause and advance the work of education repeatedly and continuously.\n \u003Cbr>The Kan hexagram teaches the principle of entering danger and using danger, and is an inferior hexagram. The Image judges it as follows: A bright moon shines on the water; only its reflection is seen, not its trace. A foolish man dives down to retrieve wealth, but searches and searches in vain.\n \u003Cbr>This hexagram is called Kan. The Shuowen says: “Kan means entrapment.” Thus, the original meaning of Kan refers to a pit or hollow. Yet such places are where water resides—“water goes downward and occupies low ground”—so Kan also represents water. Things cannot pass smoothly forever; obstacles and rough patches always arise, so Kan follows the Great Exceeding hexagram. This is what the Sequence says: “Things cannot remain in a state of excess forever, so Kan follows it.” For this reason, Kan also contains the meaning of danger and obstruction.\n \u003Cbr>Hexagram lines: The Kan hexagram consists of four yin lines and two yang lines, with the two yang lines positioned in the centers of the upper and lower trigrams.\n \u003Cbr>Hexagram image: From the hexagram image, Kan is formed by two three-line Kan trigrams overlapping, symbolizing one trap after another, one obstacle after another, and one danger after another. Floodwaters spread, disasters abound, and hardship is encountered repeatedly. The upper Kan may represent water in the sky—rain, dew, frost, snow, clouds, and mist—and also disasters coming from outside. The lower Kan may represent water within the earth—rivers, seas, springs, lakes, and ponds—and also disasters arising internally. In short, Kan means troubles within and threats without, with danger never ending.","Detailed explanation of the first line of Zhouyi Hexagram 29\n \u003Cbr>Initial Six line statement\n \u003Cbr>Six in the first place: Repeated Kan; entering a pit within the pit. Misfortune.\n \u003Cbr>The Image says: Repeated Kan and entering Kan means losing the way; hence misfortune.\n \u003Cbr>Explanation in plain language\n \u003Cbr>Six in the first place: Within a pit of Kan there is yet another pit; falling into a series of deep pits is dangerous.\n \u003Cbr>The Image commentary says: “Within a pit of Kan there is yet another pit; falling into a series of deep pits”—rather than taking the level road, one insists on the dangerous path and inevitably brings disaster.\n \u003Cbr>Explanation by Shao Yong, a Northern Song scholar of the Changes\n \u003Cbr>Misfortune: Those who obtain this line have poor timing and should guard against falling into traps and disasters. Officials must beware of petty people.\n \u003Cbr>Interpretation by Fu Peirong, a Taiwanese master of traditional Chinese learning\n \u003Cbr>Timing and fortune: Seeking fame through luck instead causes loss.\n \u003Cbr>Wealth: Trading suffers losses; money goes out and does not return.\n \u003Cbr>Home: An unsettled house; be cautious in marriage.\n \u003Cbr>Health: Improper medical treatment; the situation is urgent.\n \u003Cbr>\n \u003Cbr>Initial Six changing hexagram\n \u003Cbr>\u003Cimg src='\"https:\u002F\u002Fmypublicforweb.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\u002Finching\u002F64_29_1.png'\" alt='\"周易第29卦的其中之一变卦卦的卦图'\" >\n \u003Cbr> \n \u003Cbr>When the line at the first place changes, it becomes Hexagram 60 of the Zhouyi: Water over the Marsh, Jie. This is a complementary hexagram, with Dui below and Kan above. Dui is a marsh and Kan is water. A marsh has a limited capacity for water; too much spills beyond it. Therefore there must be moderation, hence the name Jie. The Jie hexagram is opposite to the Huan hexagram and they are “inverted hexagrams” of each other, used in alternation. Heaven and earth remain renewed through moderation; a state remains stable through moderation; an individual becomes complete through moderation.\n \u003Cbr>\n \u003Cbr>Philosophical meaning of the First Nine line\n \u003Cbr>\n \u003Cbr>The first line of the Kan hexagram, line statement: Six in the first place—Repeated Kan, entering a pit within the pit, misfortune. Explanation of the line statement\n \u003Cbr>Repeated Kan, as we know, means two Kans below. “Pit” refers to the small or deep pit within Kan, and generally to a cave. “Entering a pit within the pit” means falling into the Kan within Kan. The first yin line occupies a firm position, which means it is improperly placed. Above it is yang; being weak with no support above or below, it loses the way, hence misfortune.\n \u003Cbr>The explanation of the line statement is: The first yin line, amid layers of danger and obstruction, falls into a trap. Disaster follows.\n \u003Cbr>The Image says: “Repeated Kan, entering Kan”—losing the way is “misfortune.” This means that encountering danger again amid double danger, while losing the correct path in one’s conduct, inevitably brings peril.\n \u003Cbr>This line first advises people not to ignore repeated dangers. If they continue stubbornly on their own course, they will lose their friends’ help and fall into even greater difficulty. It also advises people to follow the correct path: if they do not take the level road but insist on the dangerous one, disaster is inevitable.\n \u003Cbr>Those who obtain this hexagram, if they have a prior record of violating the law or committing crimes and, despite being taken to the public security bureau or detained, still show no remorse, will face an extremely serious outcome this time—likely prolonged detention or sentencing. As the saying goes, “Calamity sent by Heaven may still be avoided; calamity caused by oneself leaves no way to live.” One brings disaster upon oneself; it may inspire sighs, but cannot be forgiven.\n \u003Cbr>The first yin line occupies a yang position and lies at the deepest point of danger. It does not respond to the sixth line in the fourth place and is opposed to it, giving the image of being trapped in danger with no way to free oneself. Hence the danger.\n \u003Cbr>Detailed explanation of the second line of Zhouyi Hexagram 29\n \u003Cbr>Statement of the Second Nine line\n \u003Cbr>Nine in the second place: Within Kan there is danger; seeking small gains brings a small success.\n \u003Cbr>The Image says: Seeking a small gain brings a small success because one has not yet emerged from the center.\n \u003Cbr>Explanation in plain language\n \u003Cbr>Nine in the second place: Pits and hollows line the road; the way is dangerous. If one dares to travel the dangerous path, there may be a small gain.\n \u003Cbr>The Image commentary says: Daring to travel the dangerous path may bring a small gain because the line at the second place occupies the central position of the lower trigram, like a person who has not yet strayed from the correct path.\n \u003Cbr>Explanation by Shao Yong, a Northern Song scholar of the Changes\n \u003Cbr>Neutral: Those who obtain this line achieve a small success; for a woman, it may indicate becoming a concubine. In unfavorable cases, beware of danger or illnesses involving the abdomen and blood. Officials may achieve minor accomplishments, but major matters will not succeed.\n \u003Cbr>Interpretation by Fu Peirong, a Taiwanese master of traditional Chinese learning\n \u003Cbr>Timing and fortune: A small trial is favorable; do not aim for anything large.\n \u003Cbr>Wealth: Manage carefully and there may be a small profit.\n \u003Cbr>Home: Guard against the riverbank.\n \u003Cbr>Health: Treatment is effective, but complete recovery is difficult.\n \u003Cbr>\n \u003Cbr>Transformation of the Second Nine line\n \u003Cbr>\u003Cimg src='\"https:\u002F\u002Fmypublicforweb.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\u002Finching\u002F64_29_2.png'\" alt='\"周易第29卦的其中之一变卦卦的卦图'\" >\n \u003Cbr> \n \u003Cbr>When the line at the second place changes, it becomes Hexagram 8 of the Zhouyi: Water over Earth, Bi. This is a complementary hexagram, with Kun below and Kan above. Kun is earth and Kan is water. Water attaches to the earth, and the earth receives rivers and seas; they depend on each other and are intimate without separation. This hexagram is completely opposite to the Shi hexagram, and they are “inverted hexagrams” of each other. It explains the principles of mutual affection and support, broad-minded selflessness, and wholehearted unity.\n \u003Cbr>\n \u003Cbr>Philosophical meaning of the Second Nine line\n \u003Cbr>\n \u003Cbr>The second line of the Kan hexagram, line statement: Nine in the second place—within Kan there is danger; seeking small gains brings a small success. Explanation of the line statement\n \u003Cbr>The meaning of this line statement is: Danger appears within the pit of Kan; seeking small matters brings gain.\n \u003Cbr>The ninth line in the second place is yang in a yin position, so it is improperly placed, and it lies within the lower Kan, making obstacles unavoidable. However, the first yin line comes beneath and supports it; therefore, seeking small things brings gains. The line is in the center, but is also trapped between two yin lines and has no support above\n \u003Cbr>and therefore cannot leave the predicament, being able only to “seek small gains” rather than obtain great gains\n \u003Cbr>Those who obtain this hexagram should consider beginning with small matters. In times of repeated difficulty, if you want to invest or do business, seek only small profits and do not be overly greedy. If you encounter difficulties, also seek a way out starting from small points; this is how you can succeed. When you realize you are in danger, do not show off temporary bravery and fight, and do not meet force with force. Instead, be careful and prudent, avoid extremes, and you will not suffer major losses.\n \u003Cbr>Nine in the second place: Within Kan there is danger; seeking small gains brings a small success. The Image says: Seeking small gains, one has not yet emerged from the center.\n \u003Cbr>The classical text means: There is danger in Kan; a small request will be fulfilled.\n \u003Cbr>The Image commentary means: A small request will be fulfilled because one has not yet emerged from the danger.\n \u003Cbr>The yang line at the second place occupies an even position and is therefore improperly placed, but it is centered and supported by the two yin lines above and below, so it receives a small benefit. Why is there no great gain? Because all three lines are in danger; the first and third yin lines can barely protect themselves and naturally cannot offer the ninth in the second place much help. Moreover, the ninth in the second place does not correspond with and is opposed to the ninth in the fifth place, so it can obtain only a small benefit. Even this benefit merely means that the two yin lines are able to sacrifice themselves to save their ruler.\n \u003Cbr>Detailed explanation of the third line of Zhouyi Hexagram 29\n \u003Cbr>Six in the third place line statement\n \u003Cbr>Six in the third place: Coming and going amid repeated Kan; dangerous and deep, resting on the brink; entering a pit within the pit. Do not act.\n \u003Cbr>The Image says: Coming and going amid repeated Kan—ultimately, there is no achievement.\n \u003Cbr>Explanation in plain language\n \u003Cbr>Six in the third place: Coming toward a place of repeated pits, where the pits are dangerous and deep; falling into a pit within the pit is extremely unfavorable.\n \u003Cbr>The Image commentary says: Coming to this place of many Kans brings no benefit in the end.\n \u003Cbr>Explanation by Shao Yong, a Northern Song scholar of the Changes\n \u003Cbr>Misfortune: Those who obtain this line encounter much hardship and many disputes or lawsuits. Officials should retreat and hold their ground.\n \u003Cbr>Interpretation by Fu Peirong, a Taiwanese master of traditional Chinese learning\n \u003Cbr>Timing and fortune: Hold on through poverty and hardship while awaiting the future.\n \u003Cbr>Wealth: Travel by water is obstructed; preserve what you have for now.\n \u003Cbr>Home: Fill in the pits and depressions; a marriage proposal will not succeed.\n \u003Cbr>Health: Avoid overexertion.\n \u003Cbr>\n \u003Cbr>Six in the third place changing hexagram\n \u003Cbr>\u003Cimg src='\"https:\u002F\u002Fmypublicforweb.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\u002Finching\u002F64_29_3.png'\" alt='\"周易第29卦的其中之一变卦卦的卦图'\" >\n \u003Cbr> \n \u003Cbr>When the line at the third place changes, it becomes Hexagram 48 of the Zhouyi: Water over Wood, Jing. This is a complementary hexagram, with Xun below and Kan above. Kan is water; Xun is wood. Trees flourish when they receive water. People rely on wells for life, and wells are dug by people. They nourish each other: the well nourishes people with water, and people should take this virtue as a model, working diligently and encouraging themselves.\n \u003Cbr>\n \u003Cbr>The philosophical meaning of the line of Nine in the third place\n \u003Cbr>\n \u003Cbr>The third line of the Kan hexagram, line statement: Six in the third place—coming and going amid repeated Kan, dangerous and deep, entering a pit within the pit; do not act. Explanation of the line statement\n \u003Cbr>The meaning of this line statement is: Danger lies both ahead and behind; everywhere is filled with danger and difficulty. Falling into a trap makes achievement impossible.\n \u003Cbr>The third line of the Kan hexagram, line statement: Six in the third place—coming and going amid repeated Kan, dangerous and deep, entering a pit within the pit; do not act. Life lesson: Learn to wait\n \u003Cbr>This line says that both the upper and lower trigrams are Kan and both are dangerous; the sixth line in the third place lies between these two dangers, showing danger ahead and behind, with oneself caught between them.\n \u003Cbr>Since both coming and going are dangerous, neither advancing nor retreating is possible; it is better to rest your head on the pillow and wait for the time being, without acting rashly. For those who obtain this hexagram, the wisest action is to wait—to lie down and sleep.\n \u003Cbr>When some people encounter difficulties, they may think of fighting and taking a gamble, believing that this will bring success. But sometimes, when danger is everywhere, it is best not to act at all. Learn to wait; this is the best\n \u003Cbr>approach. For example, when stock-market conditions are poor, do not act; do not buy or sell. Wait for the right opportunity.\n \u003Cbr>Six in the third place: Coming and going amid repeated Kan, dangerous and deep, entering a pit within the pit; do not act.\n \u003Cbr>The Image says: Coming and going amid repeated Kan—ultimately, there is no achievement.\n \u003Cbr>The classical text means: Both coming and going are obstructed and dangerous; the dangerous situation is deep, so beware of falling into the abyss of danger and do not act. The Image commentary means: Both coming and going are dangerous; ultimately, there will be no success.\n \u003Cbr>The sixth line in the third place lies at the boundary between the upper and lower Kan trigrams, giving the image of danger within and without, hence the line statement “coming and going amid repeated Kan.” In a situation of internal troubles, external threats, and danger arising everywhere, it is unfavorable to act. Therefore the line statement says, “Do not act.”\n \u003Cbr>Detailed explanation of the fourth line of Zhouyi Hexagram 29\n \u003Cbr>Six in the fourth place line statement\n \u003Cbr>Six in the fourth place: A bronze goblet of wine and a pair of round food vessels; use an earthenware jar, and send the simple offering through the window. In the end, no blame.\n \u003Cbr>The Image says: A bronze goblet of wine and a pair of food vessels, then an earthenware jar—the firm and the yielding meet at their boundary.\n \u003Cbr>Explanation in plain language\n \u003Cbr>Six in the fourth place: Use a bronze goblet for wine and a round food vessel for rice. But for a prisoner confined in a pit of Kan, an earthenware basin is enough; prison food is passed in and out through the high window. Though the person suffers such misfortune, ultimately there is no danger.\n \u003Cbr>The Image commentary says: “Usually enjoying fine food and fine vessels, now eating prison food from an earthenware basin”—the line image shows the yin line in the fourth place beneath the yang line in the fifth place, like a person oppressed by the powerful and undergoing this hardship.\n \u003Cbr>Explanation by Shao Yong, a Northern Song scholar of the Changes\n \u003Cbr>Neutral: Those who obtain this line have many happy events, possibly the joy of marriage. Officials enjoy abundant food and drink.\n \u003Cbr>Interpretation by Fu Peirong, a Taiwanese master of traditional Chinese learning\n \u003Cbr>Timing and fortune: Success comes easily; entertain honored guests at a joyful banquet.\n \u003Cbr>Wealth: The liquor-making business is quite prosperous.\n \u003Cbr>Home: Run the household frugally; marriage is auspicious.\n \u003Cbr>Health: It is best to pray.\n \u003Cbr>\n \u003Cbr>Six in the fourth place changing hexagram\n \u003Cbr>\u003Cimg src='\"https:\u002F\u002Fmypublicforweb.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\u002Finching\u002F64_29_4.png'\" alt='\"周易第29卦的其中之一变卦卦的卦图'\" >\n \u003Cbr> \n \u003Cbr>When the line at the fourth place changes, it becomes Hexagram 47 of the Zhouyi: Marsh over Water, Kun. This is a complementary hexagram, with Kan below and Dui above. Dui is yin and marsh, signifying pleasure; Kan is yang and water, signifying danger. Marsh over Water means being trapped in difficulty: talent and wisdom are hard to apply. Yet if one firmly maintains the correct path and finds joy in it, one can surely accomplish matters and escape the predicament.\n \u003Cbr>Detailed explanation of the fifth line of Zhouyi Hexagram 29\n \u003Cbr>Statement of the Fifth Nine line\n \u003Cbr>Nine in the fifth place: The pit is not full; the small mound is already leveled. No blame.\n \u003Cbr>The Image says: The pit is not full; the center has not yet become great.\n \u003Cbr>Explanation in plain language\n \u003Cbr>Nine in the fifth place: Although the pit of Kan is not filled, the small mound has been leveled with a hoe. There is no disaster.\n \u003Cbr>The Image commentary says: Although the small mound has been leveled, the pit is not yet filled, showing that the road is uneven and has not become a level path.\n \u003Cbr>Explanation by Shao Yong, a Northern Song scholar of the Changes\n \u003Cbr>Neutral: Those who obtain this line experience ordinary, unchanging circumstances and should conserve their energy. Officials have no danger and need not worry about their positions.\n \u003Cbr>Interpretation by Fu Peirong, a Taiwanese master of traditional Chinese learning\n \u003Cbr>Timing and fortune: Do not become arrogant; achievement and fame are limited.\n \u003Cbr>Wealth: Do not focus on immediate profit; consider the long term.\n \u003Cbr>Home: The scenery is pleasing; the marriage is well matched.\n \u003Cbr>Health: Keep a calm and even mind.\n \u003Cbr>\n \u003Cbr>Transformation of the Fifth Nine line\n \u003Cbr>\u003Cimg src='\"https:\u002F\u002Fmypublicforweb.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\u002Finching\u002F64_29_5.png'\" alt='\"周易第29卦的其中之一变卦卦的卦图'\" >\n \u003Cbr> \n \u003Cbr>When the line at the fifth place changes, it becomes Hexagram 7 of the Zhouyi: Earth over Water, Shi. This is a complementary hexagram, with Kan below and Kun above. “Shi” means an army. Kan is water and danger; Kun is earth and compliance, symbolizing soldiers embedded among farmers. War is violent and dangerous; using troops is something a sage does only when unavoidable. Yet it can resolve contradictions smoothly because it follows the situation, has a just cause, and therefore can transform misfortune into good fortune.\n \u003Cbr>Detailed explanation of the upper line of Zhouyi Hexagram 29\n \u003Cbr>Upper Six line statement\n \u003Cbr>Six in the sixth place: Bound with cords and placed among thorn bushes; not released for three years. Misfortune.\n \u003Cbr>The Image says: The sixth line has lost the way; hence three years of misfortune.\n \u003Cbr>Explanation in plain language\n \u003Cbr>Six in the sixth place: Bind the prisoner tightly with ropes and put him in a prison surrounded by thorn bushes; he is not released for three years. This is a dangerous matter.\n \u003Cbr>The Image commentary says: The line statement of the sixth line shows precisely that officials violated the correct path, imprisoned someone unlawfully, and kept the person confined for three years.\n \u003Cbr>Explanation by Shao Yong, a Northern Song scholar of the Changes\n \u003Cbr>Misfortune: Those who obtain this line should beware of imprisonment. Officials must beware of losing control of their authority.\n \u003Cbr>Interpretation by Fu Peirong, a Taiwanese master of traditional Chinese learning\n \u003Cbr>Timing and fortune: An unexpected disaster; beware of imprisonment.\n \u003Cbr>Wealth: A textile business achieves success in three years.\n \u003Cbr>Home: Renovate the home; a good marriage must wait three years.\n \u003Cbr>Health: Movement is difficult; rest quietly and recover.\n \u003Cbr>\n \u003Cbr>Upper Six changing hexagram\n \u003Cbr>\u003Cimg src='\"https:\u002F\u002Fmypublicforweb.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\u002Finching\u002F64_29_6.png'\" alt='\"周易第29卦的其中之一变卦卦的卦图'\" >\n \u003Cbr> \n \u003Cbr>When the line at the sixth place changes, it becomes Hexagram 59 of the Zhouyi: Wind over Water, Huan. This is a complementary hexagram, with Kan below and Xun above. Wind moves over water, stirring waves and spreading in all directions. Huan means water flowing and dispersing. It symbolizes organizations and popular sentiment dispersing; positive means and methods must be used to overcome the drawbacks, rescue the dispersal, and turn danger into safety.","Zhouyi \u002F I Ching, Hexagram 29: Kan, Water, Kan above Kan — Detailed explanation of the hexagram judgment — Eastern Metaphysics Library","Detailed explanation of Zhouyi \u002F I Ching Hexagram 29, the Kan hexagram (Kan as Water, Kan above Kan): the original hexagram judgment and plain-language translation, an analysis of auspiciousness and misfortune for each line statement, and interpretations of career, relationships, and fortune.","䷜","\u003Cp>Kan: Repeated Kan, there is trust. The heart is free and open. Action brings esteem.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The Tuan Commentary says: Repeated Kan means repeated danger. Water flows without overflowing; in walking through danger, one does not lose faith. “The heart is free and open” means relying on firmness in the center. “Action brings esteem” means going forward brings achievement. Heaven’s danger cannot be climbed; earthly dangers are mountains, rivers, hills, and heights. Rulers establish defenses to protect their states. How great is the use of danger in its proper time!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The Image says: Water arrives repeatedly; this is Repeated Kan. The noble person constantly maintains virtuous conduct and repeatedly practices the work of teaching.\u003C\u002Fp>",29,"Zhouyi, I Ching, Hexagram 29, Kan hexagram, the 64 hexagrams, hexagram judgments, line statements, plain-language detailed explanation",1787044933257]