The Hexagrams
2 K'un The Receptive
The Judgment
The Receptive brings about sublime success,
Furthering through the perseverance of a mare.
If the superior man undertakes something and tries to lead,
He goes astray;
But if he follows, he finds guidance.
It is favorable to find friends in the west and south,
To forego friends in the east and north.
Quiet perseverance brings good fortune.
The Image
The earth's condition is receptive devotion.
Thus the superior man who has breadth of character
Carries the outer world.
Six at the beginning means:
When there is hoarfrost underfoot,
Solid ice is not far off.
Six in second place means:
* Straight, square, great.
Without purpose,
Yet nothing remains unfurthered.
Six in third place means:
Hidden lines.
One is able to remain persevering.
If by chance you are in the service of a king,
Seek not works, but bring to completion.
Six in fourth place means:
A tied-up sack. No blame, no praise.
Six in fifth place means:
A yellow lower garment brings supreme good fortune.
Six at the top means:
Dragons fight in the meadow.
Their blood is black and yellow.
When all the lines are sixes in means:
Lasting perseverance furthers.
Last modified: September 19, 1994
Rick Le Mon, web@littlestcat.com