Primary HexagramSecondary Hexagram
K'un, oppression (exhaustion)
Hsien, influence (wooing)

The Judgement
Oppression. Success. Perseverance.
The great man brings about good fortune.
No blame.
When one has something to say,
It is not believed.

The Image
There is no water in the lake:
The image of Exhaustion.
Thus the superior man stakes his life
On following his will.

The Judgement
Influence. Success. Perseverance furthers. To take a maiden to wife brings good fortune.

The Image
A lake on the mountain: The image of Influence. Thus the superior man encourages people to approach him By his readiness to receive them.


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