Lü suggests to our minds the idea of small progress and success, which will be found in firm correctness. What the traveller has to seek is rest and quiet.
The first SIX, divided, shows the traveller humble in his wishes. If he be poor, he will still be able to gain some shelter.
The second SIX, divided, shows the traveller carrying his wallet, and thereby bringing on himself the resentment of those above him. He will be firm and correct, and will then have good fortune.
The third NINE, undivided, shows the traveller burning his lodging-house, and losing his young servant. The position is perilous.
The fourth NINE, undivided, shows the traveller in a place where he can rest quietly and attain to his proper means of shelter. He has also his money and other requisites. What is the reason of his being in this condition? It is because he dislikes the condition of the people above him, and takes his proper position below them.
The fifth SIX, divided, shows (the traveller) shooting a pheasant. It drops with the arrow (and rests on the ground). From this he obtains his ruler's praise and appointment.
The topmost NINE, undivided, shows the bird burning its nest. The traveller first laughs and then cries out. He has lost his oxen (that drew his carriage), and is exposed to the peril (of death). There will be misfortune. © 2026 I-Ching Divination. All rights reserved.