Primary HexagramSecondary Hexagram
Ta Kuo, preponderance of the great
Hsien, influence (wooing)

The Judgement
Preponderance of the Great. The ridgepole sags to the breaking point. It furthers one to have somewhere to go. Success..

The Image
The lake rises above the trees: The image of Preponderance of the Great. Thus the superior man, when he stands alone, Is unconcerned, And if he has to renounce the world, He is undaunted

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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