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It is also favorable to cross the water and pass over the river. This is an auspicious divination for perseverance.\n \u003Cbr>The Image Commentary says: The upper trigram is Xun, which represents wind; the lower trigram is Dui, which represents marsh. Wind over a marsh stirs waves. This is the image of Inner Truth. The noble person observes this image and, moved by the power of moral influence to transform the state, puts moral education first. Therefore, in deliberating lawsuits, the noble person does not lightly impose severe penalties.\n \u003Cbr>Explanation from The Heavenly Mechanism of Divining Changes\n \u003Cbr>The Inner Truth hexagram has Xun above and Dui below; it is a wandering-soul hexagram of the Gen Palace. Inner Truth means loyalty and trustworthiness. It governs favorable passage across the great river and the removal of hardship.\n \u003Cbr>Explanation by Shao Yong, a Northern Song scholar of the Changes\n \u003Cbr>Trust with substance: sincerity and honesty; a true friend offers assistance, and plans can be fulfilled.\n \u003Cbr>Those who receive this hexagram: the upright and trustworthy are fortunate and will receive help from friends; their plans can succeed. Those harboring ulterior motives face misfortune.\n \u003Cbr>Interpretation by Fu Peirong, a Taiwanese master of traditional Chinese learning\n \u003Cbr>Timing: Turbulence is unavoidable; be careful of litigation.\n \u003Cbr>Finances: Act cautiously to avoid disaster.\n \u003Cbr>Home: Disaster from litigation; marriage may lead to a lawsuit.\n \u003Cbr>Health: A fright, but no danger.\n \u003Cbr>Traditional interpretation of the hexagram\n \u003Cbr>This hexagram consists of two contrasting trigrams, Dui below and Xun above, repeated together. The original meaning of fu is incubation: the date when an egg hatches is extremely precise, giving it the meaning of trust. The hexagram is solid on the outside and hollow within, symbolizing sincerity in the heart; hence it is called Inner Truth. This is the foundation for conducting oneself in the world.\n \u003Cbr>Great Image: Inner Truth signifies integrity. Wind blows across marsh water, and the water responds by forming waves—an image of resonance.\n \u003Cbr>Fortune: Treat people with sincerity and handle affairs with trust; everything will be auspicious. Harboring ulterior motives brings misfortune.\n \u003Cbr>Career: Approach your work with honesty and loyalty to achieve major accomplishments and smooth development. Continue following the principles of the right path; do not be careless, nor trust people excessively. Above all, do not isolate yourself through an arrogant personality. Otherwise, your career will head toward failure.\n \u003Cbr>Business: Matters are being handled well and meet market demands. Conduct business cautiously, value trust and loyalty, and provide quality service; satisfactory results are possible, and even risky challenges will not cause trouble.\n \u003Cbr>Seeking recognition: Build on moral cultivation, study knowledge and skills diligently, and keep improving yourself. At the same time, do not fear difficulties; strive forward.\n \u003Cbr>Love and marriage: If both parties treat each other with sincerity and trust, the relationship will be happy and fulfilling.\n \u003Cbr>Decision-making: Make trust the foundation of your conduct, treat people sincerely, honor rules, uphold principles, and remain cheerful and humble. You can overcome any difficulty and even repair mistakes after problems arise. But you must strengthen your ability to observe people and improve your discernment between right and wrong.","Detailed explanation of the first nine line of Hexagram 61 of the Zhouyi\n \u003Cbr>Statement of the First Nine line\n \u003Cbr>Nine at the beginning: Auspicious through forethought; if there is an ulterior motive, there will be no peace.\n \u003Cbr>The Image says: “Auspicious through forethought” for the first nine; the intent has not changed.\n \u003Cbr>Explanation in plain language\n \u003Cbr>Nine at the beginning: Performing a rite to calm the spirit is auspicious. If such a change occurs, naturally no peace feast is held.\n \u003Cbr>The Image Commentary says: The first line statement speaks of performing a rite to calm the spirit, which is auspicious, because the wish to cherish one’s ancestors has not changed.\n \u003Cbr>Explanation by Shao Yong, a Northern Song scholar of the Changes\n \u003Cbr>Auspicious: Those who receive this line gain the promotion of a noble person and can succeed in their plans, but joy contains worry. Follow the right path, cultivate yourself, and do not indulge in pleasure. Officials will be recommended and may occupy an important post.\n \u003Cbr>Interpretation by Fu Peirong, a Taiwanese master of traditional Chinese learning\n \u003Cbr>Timing: With single-minded dedication, aspirations can be fulfilled.\n \u003Cbr>Finances: Be content with your main occupation; in time, gains will surely come.\n \u003Cbr>Home: There is no need to move; remain devoted to one path.\n \u003Cbr>Health: Guard against changes in illness; if it changes, the danger is serious.\n \u003Cbr>\n \u003Cbr>Transformation of the First Nine line\n \u003Cbr> \n \u003Cbr> \n \u003Cbr>When the first line of Inner Truth changes, it becomes Hexagram 59: Wind over Water, Dispersion. This hexagram consists of contrasting trigrams, Kan below and Xun above, repeated together. Wind moves over water, pushing and spreading waves until they flow in all directions. Dispersion means water flowing apart. It symbolizes the dispersal of organizations and popular sentiment, which must be overcome through active means and methods: defeat the defects, rescue what is scattered, and turn danger into safety.\n \u003Cbr>\n \u003Cbr>Philosophical meaning of the First Nine line\n \u003Cbr>\n \u003Cbr>The first line of Inner Truth, line statement: Nine at the beginning: Auspicious through forethought; if there is an ulterior motive, there will be no peace. Explanation of the line statement\n \u003Cbr>Forethought: anticipating or guessing. An ulterior motive: developing a different intention. Peace: tranquility and ease.\n \u003Cbr>The meaning of this line statement is: Auspiciousness can be anticipated. But if you entertain other ideas, you will lose your peace.\n \u003Cbr>From the hexagram image, the first nine is a firm line in a firm position, so it is properly placed. It is also at the beginning of the lower Dui trigram. Dui represents joy and pleasure, showing that the first nine can be content in its present position and enjoy itself, thus gaining auspiciousness. However, it has a proper correspondence with Six in the fourth place, a position held by a high minister close to the ruler. The first nine has a close relationship with it and may have a chance of promotion. Yet the first nine is in an adverse neighboring relationship with Nine in the second place. If it seeks promotion, it may be obstructed by the second nine and may even engage in a struggle because of it, thus losing peace.\n \u003Cbr>The Image Commentary analyzes this line: “Auspicious through forethought” for the first nine—the intent has not changed. This indicates that auspiciousness can be anticipated because its aspiration to seek nothing else has not changed.\n \u003Cbr>Those who receive this line should focus on their own work. Do not harbor other ambitions or think about promotion or sudden wealth; such desires will meet obstruction and make you lose peaceful days. If you are content with the present, everything will be auspicious. If you want to change the present and take action, unexpected trouble will arise.\n \u003Cbr>Nine at the beginning: Auspicious through forethought; if there is an ulterior motive, there will be no peace.\n \u003Cbr>The Image says: “Auspicious through forethought” for the first nine; the intent has not changed.\n \u003Cbr>The classical text means: It is auspicious to consider matters carefully before acting; other suspicions will lead to unease.\n \u003Cbr>The Image Commentary means: It is auspicious to consider matters carefully before acting because one has not changed one’s will.\n \u003Cbr>Detailed explanation of the second nine line of Hexagram 61 of the Zhouyi\n \u003Cbr>Statement of the Second Nine line\n \u003Cbr>Nine in the second place: A crane calls in the shade; its young answer it. I have a fine goblet; I will share it with you.\n \u003Cbr>The Image says: Its young answer it—this expresses the wish at the heart.\n \u003Cbr>Explanation in plain language\n \u003Cbr>Nine in the second place: An old crane calls beneath the tree’s shade, and a young crane answers nearby. I have fine wine; I will share it with you.\n \u003Cbr>The Image Commentary says: The young crane answers the old crane; this shows that their hearts resonate with each other.\n \u003Cbr>Explanation by Shao Yong, a Northern Song scholar of the Changes\n \u003Cbr>Auspicious: Those who receive this line will find benefit wherever they go, gain considerable wealth, or have a child. Officials will be promoted.\n \u003Cbr>Interpretation by Fu Peirong, a Taiwanese master of traditional Chinese learning\n \u003Cbr>Timing: One voice follows another, exactly as I wish.\n \u003Cbr>Finances: Host and guest share one mind and profit together.\n \u003Cbr>Home: A prosperous family with filial children; husband and wife harmonize.\n \u003Cbr>Health: An infectious illness.\n \u003Cbr>Transformation of the Second Nine line\n \u003Cbr> \n \u003Cbr> \n \u003Cbr>When the second nine changes, it becomes Hexagram 42: Wind and Thunder, Increase. This hexagram consists of contrasting trigrams, Zhen below and Xun above, repeated together. Xun is wind; Zhen is thunder. Wind and thunder surge together, growing ever stronger: thunder becomes louder, and wind and thunder mutually aid and increase one another. This hexagram is the opposite of Decrease. It means reducing the upper to benefit the lower, whereas the latter reduces the lower to benefit the upper. The two hexagrams explain the principles of decrease and increase.\n \u003Cbr>\n \u003Cbr>Philosophical meaning of the Second Nine line\n \u003Cbr>\n \u003Cbr>\n \u003Cbr>The second line of Inner Truth, line statement: Nine in the second place: A crane calls in the shade; its young answer it.\n \u003Cbr>Interpretation of the line statement\n \u003Cbr>Shade: a dark or secluded place. Answer: to respond in harmony. Goblet: an ancient wine vessel, here referring to wine. Share: to partake together.\n \u003Cbr>The meaning of this line statement is: A crane calls from a shaded place, and its young answers. I have fragrant fine wine and wish to drink it freely with you.\n \u003Cbr>From the hexagram image, the second nine is a firm line in a yielding position, located at the center of the lower trigram. Above it, Six in the third place and Six in the fourth place are both yielding lines, so it is in a shaded place. Although the second nine is out of position, it can hold to the middle way and is willing to share with others.\n \u003Cbr>This line teaches the spirit of sharing. At work, even if you are dissatisfied with your position, adjust your mindset and accept it. Maintain a harmonious relationship with colleagues rather than opposing them, and be willing to share with others. This will create a very congenial work environment.\n \u003Cbr>Nine in the second place: A crane calls in the shade; its young answers it. I have a fine goblet; I will share it with you.\n \u003Cbr>The Image says: Its young answer it—this expresses the wish at the heart.\n \u003Cbr>Detailed explanation of the third line of Hexagram 61 of the Zhouyi\n \u003Cbr>Six in the third place line statement\n \u003Cbr>Six in the third place: Encountering an enemy; some beat drums, some stop; some weep, some sing.\n \u003Cbr>The Image says: Some beat drums, some stop—the position is inappropriate.\n \u003Cbr>Explanation in plain language\n \u003Cbr>Six in the third place: The enemy has been defeated. Some beat drums in pursuit, some return in triumph to report victory. When the news arrives, some rejoice with tears in their eyes, while others sing aloud.\n \u003Cbr>The Image Commentary says: Some beat drums in pursuit, some return in triumph. Yet according to the line image, Six in the third place is a yielding line in a firm position; amid victory, an unforeseen disaster may be hidden.\n \u003Cbr>Explanation by Shao Yong, a Northern Song scholar of the Changes\n \u003Cbr>Misfortune: Those who receive this line have worry amid joy, and affairs repeatedly change. Officials may be at odds with colleagues, advancing first and retreating later.\n \u003Cbr>Interpretation by Fu Peirong, a Taiwanese master of traditional Chinese learning\n \u003Cbr>Timing: Fortune is reversed, and honor and disgrace follow it.\n \u003Cbr>Finances: Sometimes successful, sometimes defeated; lacking firm judgment.\n \u003Cbr>Home: Guard against strange developments; repeated efforts remain unfinished.\n \u003Cbr>Health: Good and bad alternate; pray for divine protection.\n \u003Cbr>\n \u003Cbr>Six in the third place changing hexagram\n \u003Cbr> \n \u003Cbr> \n \u003Cbr>When Six in the third place changes, it becomes Hexagram 9: Wind over Heaven, Small Accumulation. This hexagram consists of contrasting trigrams, Qian below and Xun above, repeated together. Qian represents Heaven and Xun wind. It suggests favorable weather and growing crops, hence the name Small Accumulation. Its power is limited; one must wait until development reaches a certain level before accomplishing great things.\n \u003Cbr>\n \u003Cbr>The philosophical meaning of the line of Nine in the third place\n \u003Cbr>\n \u003Cbr>The meaning of this line statement is: Encountering a powerful enemy, one may beat drums to attack, retreat in exhaustion, weep from fear, or sing after escaping disaster.\n \u003Cbr>From the hexagram image, Six in the third place is a yielding line in a firm position, so it is out of position. It lies at the boundary between the upper and lower trigrams and properly corresponds with the top nine, showing that its heart is drawn outward and attached to external things. It should have been content with its position, but instead seeks attachment to the top nine to gain promotion or greater development. As a result, it encounters resistance from all sides and falls into unrest.\n \u003Cbr>The Image Commentary explains this line: “Some beat drums, some stop”—the position is inappropriate. This indicates that encountering a powerful enemy, attacking with drums, or retreating in exhaustion all result from Six in the third place occupying an improper position.\n \u003Cbr>Those who receive this line may have connections or a close relationship with senior leaders and try hard to flatter them, seeking promotion or convenience for their own development. But people around you or your superiors strongly dislike this behavior and obstruct or attack you. Moreover, the person you rely on is not the highest authority, so obstacles are everywhere.\n \u003Cbr>Six in the third place: Encountering an enemy; some beat drums, some stop; some weep, some sing.\n \u003Cbr>The Image says: Some beat drums, some stop—the position is inappropriate.\n \u003Cbr>Detailed explanation of the fourth line of Hexagram 61 of the Zhouyi\n \u003Cbr>Six in the fourth place line statement\n \u003Cbr>Six in the fourth place: The moon is nearly full; the team of horses is lost. No blame.\n \u003Cbr>The Image says: The team of horses is lost—one cuts off one’s kind and ascends.\n \u003Cbr>Explanation in plain language\n \u003Cbr>Six in the fourth place: It is mid-month, and the horses are lost, but there is no major disaster.\n \u003Cbr>The Image Commentary says: The horses are lost; afterward, one must be twice as vigilant to prevent a similar event from happening again.\n \u003Cbr>Explanation by Shao Yong, a Northern Song scholar of the Changes\n \u003Cbr>Neutral: Those who receive this line may be promoted, but face worry about losing a spouse or property. Officials will be promoted and occupy important positions.\n \u003Cbr>Interpretation by Fu Peirong, a Taiwanese master of traditional Chinese learning\n \u003Cbr>Timing: Preserve prosperity and stability; put public duty before private interests.\n \u003Cbr>Finances: Plans proceed smoothly, and income is abundant.\n \u003Cbr>Home: Excessive yin energy; one may become widowed.\n \u003Cbr>Health: Recovery can gradually occur.\n \u003Cbr>Six in the fourth place changing hexagram\n \u003Cbr> \n \u003Cbr> \n \u003Cbr>When Six in the fourth place changes, it becomes Hexagram 10: Heaven over Marsh, Treading. This hexagram consists of contrasting trigrams, Dui below and Qian above. Qian represents Heaven and Dui marsh; Heaven symbolizes the ruler and marsh the people. The original text says: “Treading on a tiger’s tail, it does not bite.” Therefore the result is auspicious. Ruler above and people below, each in the proper place. The yielding Dui encounters firm Qian, so the treading is dangerous. Treading means putting principles into practice—advancing with one’s feet firmly on the ground.\n \u003Cbr>\n \u003Cbr>Philosophical meaning of the Nine in the fourth place line\n \u003Cbr>\n \u003Cbr>The fourth line of Inner Truth, line statement: Six in the fourth place: The moon is nearly full; the team of horses is lost. No blame. Explanation of the line statement\n \u003Cbr>“Full moon” refers to the fifteenth or sixteenth day of the lunar month, when the moon is full. Here it means the moon is nearly full but not yet completely full.\n \u003Cbr>The meaning of this line statement is: The moon is becoming full but is not yet full; the fine horse has lost its mate, and there is no fault.\n \u003Cbr>From the hexagram image, Six in the fourth place is a yielding line in a yielding position, so it is properly placed. It is the position of a high minister near the ruler and is in a close relationship with the ruler, Nine in the fifth place, gaining the ruler’s deep trust. However, Six in the fourth place cannot uphold the right path and corresponds with the first nine below, arousing suspicion of forming a private faction. Yet it recognizes the danger, remains loyal only to the fifth nine, and cuts off its relationship with the first nine. This is like a team of horses loyal only to its master rather than maintaining ties with its kind: “the team of horses is lost.” Since Six in the fourth place can correct itself, there is no fault.\n \u003Cbr>The Image Commentary analyzes this line: “The team of horses is lost”—one cuts off one’s kind and ascends. This means that Six in the fourth place is sincere and single-minded, cuts off dealings with its kind, and concentrates on serving the ruler.\n \u003Cbr>Those who receive this line may face two choices and may seem to be straddling two boats in work or emotions. You should make a decision. You know which choice suits you and benefits you more, so you must abandon one to avoid fault. At your workplace, you may originally be the leader’s assistant, but if colleagues below resent the leader and you echo them and associate too closely with them, sever that relationship quickly or you will bring trouble upon yourself.\n \u003Cbr>　\n \u003Cbr>Six in the fourth place: The moon is nearly full; the team of horses is lost. No blame.\n \u003Cbr>The Image says: The team of horses is lost—one cuts off one’s kind and ascends.\n \u003Cbr>The classical text means: The moon is near the fifteenth day; the horses are lost, but there is no disaster.\n \u003Cbr>The Image Commentary means: The horses are lost because Six in the fourth place cuts off its kind and supports Nine in the fifth place above.\n \u003Cbr>Detailed explanation of the fifth line of Hexagram 61 of the Zhouyi\n \u003Cbr>Statement of the Fifth Nine line\n \u003Cbr>Nine in the fifth place: With trust, one is closely bound. No blame.\n \u003Cbr>The Image says: With trust, one is closely bound—the position is correct and appropriate.\n \u003Cbr>Explanation in plain language\n \u003Cbr>Nine in the fifth place: Prisoners are gathered in groups, linked and bound together. There is no disaster.\n \u003Cbr>The Image Commentary says: To be sincere in one’s heart and consistent throughout is shown by the image of the fifth line; one’s conduct accords with one’s position.\n \u003Cbr>Explanation by Shao Yong, a Northern Song scholar of the Changes\n \u003Cbr>Auspicious: Those who receive this line enjoy harmonious relationships and can succeed in their plans; nothing they undertake is unfavorable. Officials have unity between ruler and ministers and will earn their superiors’ praise.\n \u003Cbr>Interpretation by Fu Peirong, a Taiwanese master of traditional Chinese learning\n \u003Cbr>Timing: Fortune is centered and upright; requests will be answered.\n \u003Cbr>Finances: Work together with one heart and business will succeed.\n \u003Cbr>Home: A harmonious and joyful household; a lifelong happy union.\n \u003Cbr>Health: The limbs are inconvenient or impaired; one prolongs life while carrying an illness.\n \u003Cbr>\n \u003Cbr>Transformation of the Fifth Nine line\n \u003Cbr> \n \u003Cbr> \n \u003Cbr>When the fifth line changes, it becomes Hexagram 41: Mountain over Marsh, Decrease. This hexagram consists of contrasting trigrams, Dui below and Gen above. Gen is mountain; Dui is marsh. The mountain above and marsh below means the great marsh erodes the mountain’s base. Decrease and increase alternate; benefit exists within decrease, and loss within increase. The two must be treated with great care. Reducing the lower to benefit the upper, as in governing a state, can damage the foundations if excessive. Decrease when appropriate, but measure one’s strength and keep within limits. A small decrease producing benefit is best.\n \u003Cbr>\n \u003Cbr> Philosophical meaning of the Nine in the fifth place line\n \u003Cbr>\n \u003Cbr>The fifth line of Inner Truth, line statement: Nine in the fifth place: With trust, one is closely bound. No blame. Explanation of the line statement\n \u003Cbr>“Closely bound” means being tightly connected and unable to separate.\n \u003Cbr>The meaning of this line statement is: Possessing the virtue of trust and thereby binding together the hearts of everyone under Heaven through close connection with the people, one has no calamity.\n \u003Cbr>Current location: Guo Yitang > Zhouyi > Complete Book of the Zhouyi > Zhongfu Hexagram > Detailed Explanation of the Zhongfu Hexagram >\n \u003Cbr>Share: 0\n \u003Cbr>Detailed explanation of the Inner Truth hexagram\n \u003Cbr>The fifth line of Inner Truth, line statement: Nine in the fifth place: With trust, one is closely bound. No blame.\n \u003Cbr>2013-10-02 | Source: Guoxue Hall | Section: Detailed Explanation of the Inner Truth Hexagram | Clicks: 655 times\n \u003Cbr>The fifth line of Inner Truth, line statement: Nine in the fifth place: With trust, one is closely bound. No blame. Explanation of the line statement\n \u003Cbr>“Closely bound” means being tightly connected and unable to separate.\n \u003Cbr>The meaning of this line statement is: Possessing the virtue of trust and thereby binding together the hearts of everyone under Heaven through close connection with the people, one has no calamity.\n \u003Cbr>The fifth line of Inner Truth, line statement: Nine in the fifth place: With trust, one is closely bound. No blame. Life insight\n \u003Cbr>From the hexagram image, the fifth nine is a firm line in the ruler’s position. It upholds the middle way and is close to Six in the fourth place; the two support each other, so there is no fault.\n \u003Cbr>The Image Commentary analyzes this line: “With trust, one is closely bound”—the position is correct and appropriate. This indicates that possessing the virtue of trust and binding the hearts of everyone under Heaven means occupying a centered and proper position, showing that the transformative power of trust can reach the entire state.\n \u003Cbr>Those who receive this line should understand that as a leader, if you sincerely treat your subordinates, they will sincerely treat you in return. In love and marriage, if both sides treat each other wholeheartedly, the relationship will deepen and develop.\n \u003Cbr>Nine in the fifth place: With trust, one is closely bound. No blame.\n \u003Cbr>The Image says: With trust, one is closely bound—the position is correct and appropriate.\n \u003Cbr>The classical text means: Use trust to connect everyone under Heaven; there is no disaster.\n \u003Cbr>The Image Commentary means: Using trust to connect everyone under Heaven works because the fifth nine is centered and properly placed.\n \u003Cbr>Detailed explanation of the top nine line of Hexagram 61 of the Zhouyi\n \u003Cbr>Statement of the Top Nine line\n \u003Cbr>Nine at the top: The pheasant’s cry ascends to Heaven. Perseverance brings misfortune.\n \u003Cbr>The Image says: The pheasant’s cry ascends to Heaven—how could it last long?\n \u003Cbr>Explanation in plain language\n \u003Cbr>Nine at the top: A chicken flies into the sky. Divination brings an ominous sign.\n \u003Cbr>The Image Commentary says: The chicken flies into the sky; how could it fly for long?\n \u003Cbr>Explanation by Shao Yong, a Northern Song scholar of the Changes\n \u003Cbr>Misfortune: Those who receive this line have much appearance but little substance, and the road ahead is dangerous. Merchants will suffer losses. Officials will have the joy of approaching the ruler’s presence.\n \u003Cbr>Interpretation by Fu Peirong, a Taiwanese master of traditional Chinese learning\n \u003Cbr>Timing: Empty rather than substantial; worrying.\n \u003Cbr>Finances: Strong on the outside but weak within; the future is worrying.\n \u003Cbr>Home: The family enterprise is hard to preserve; the couple may not grow old together.\n \u003Cbr>Health: The symptoms are extremely painful.\n \u003Cbr>\n \u003Cbr>Transformation of the Top Nine line\n \u003Cbr> \n \u003Cbr> \n \u003Cbr>When the top nine changes, it becomes Hexagram 60: Water over Marsh, Limitation. This hexagram consists of contrasting trigrams, Dui below and Kan above. Dui is marsh and Kan water. A marsh containing water has limited flow; if there is too much, it overflows beyond the marsh. Therefore there must be restraint, hence the name Limitation. Limitation is the opposite of Dispersion and is its nuclear reversal; the two are used together. Heaven and Earth remain ever new through restraint, a state remains stable through restraint, and a person becomes complete through restraint.\n \u003Cbr>\n \u003Cbr>Philosophical meaning of the Upper Nine line\n \u003Cbr>\n \u003Cbr>The sixth line of Inner Truth, line statement: Nine at the top: The pheasant’s cry ascends to Heaven. Perseverance brings misfortune. Explanation of the line statement\n \u003Cbr>Pheasant: a red-feathered mountain bird, also called a golden pheasant.\n \u003Cbr>The meaning of this line statement is: The golden pheasant relies on its splendid appearance and cries loudly that it will ascend to Heaven; misfortune may arise.\n \u003Cbr>From the hexagram image, the top nine is a firm line in a yielding position, unable to maintain the middle and uphold the right path, and it is in an adverse neighboring relationship with the fifth nine. Although it may have achieved success or gained a certain reputation, these are merely like a pheasant’s appearance—only outward show. It lacks the ability to ascend to Heaven yet loudly claims it will, like a fraud with a reputation but no substance, practicing deception and hypocrisy to the utmost; therefore it is extremely dangerous.\n \u003Cbr>The Image Commentary analyzes this line: “The pheasant’s cry ascends to Heaven”—how could it last long? This indicates that the cry is empty rather than substantial, louder than the feeling behind it; how could it be maintained for long?\n \u003Cbr>Those who receive this line should not do what they are incapable of doing, nor make a show of strength to win others’ admiration and following. One day your true nature will be exposed and disaster will follow. If you once succeeded and became arrogant and imperious, you will soon taste the bitterness of failure.\n \u003Cbr>Nine at the top: The pheasant’s cry ascends to Heaven. Perseverance brings misfortune.\n \u003Cbr>The Image says: The pheasant’s cry ascends to Heaven—how could it last long?\n \u003Cbr>The classical text means: A chicken flies toward the sky; upholding the right path is dangerous.\n \u003Cbr>The Image Commentary means: A chicken flies toward the sky—how could it fly for long?","Zhouyi \u002F I Ching Hexagram 61: Inner Truth, Wind over Marsh, Xun above Dui below — Detailed explanation of the judgment — Eastern Metaphysics Library","Detailed explanation of Zhouyi \u002F I Ching Hexagram 61, the Inner Truth hexagram (Wind over Marsh, Xun above Dui below): the original judgment and plain-language translation, auspicious and inauspicious analysis of each line statement, and interpretations for career, relationships, and fortune.","䷼","\u003Cp>Inner Truth: The pig and fish; good fortune. Favorable for crossing a great river; favorable to remain correct.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The Tuan Commentary says: In Inner Truth, the yielding lines are within and the firm line attains the center. Joyful and receptive, thus trust transforms the state. The pig and fish are auspicious: trust reaches even pigs and fish. It is favorable to cross the great river: one rides a hollow wooden boat. Inner Truth is favorable for perseverance because it responds to Heaven.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The Image says: Wind over the marsh forms Inner Truth. The noble person deliberates lawsuits and postpones executions.\u003C\u002Fp>",61,"Zhouyi, I Ching, Hexagram 61, Fu hexagram, 64 hexagrams, hexagram judgment, line statements, detailed plain-language explanation",1787044933371]