The Hexagrams
10 Lu Treading [Conduct]
The Judgment
Treading. Treading upon the tail of the tiger.
It does not bite the man. Success.
The Image
Heaven above, the lake below:
The image of Treading.
Thus the superior man discriminates between high and low,
And thereby fortifies the thinking of the people.
Nine at the beginning means:
Simple conduct. Progress without blame.
Nine in second place means:
Treading a smooth, level course.
The perseverance of a dark man
Brings good fortune.
Six in third place means:
A one-eyed man is able to see,
A lame man is able to tread.
He treads on the tail of the tiger.
The tiger bites the man.
Misfortune.
Thus does a warrior act on behalf of his great prince.
Nine in fourth place means:
He treads on the tail of the tiger.
Caution and circumspection
Lead ultimately to good fortune.
Nine in fifth place means:
* Resolute conduct.
Perseverance with awareness of danger.
Nine at the top means:
Look to your conduct and weigh the favorable signs.
When everything is fulfilled, supreme good fortune comes.
Last modified: September 19, 1994
Rick Le Mon, web@littlestcat.com