Lin indicates great progress and success, while it will be advantageous to be firm and correct. (In the view of the ordinances of Heaven), the eighth month will give occasion for evil.
The first NINE, undivided, shows the joint approach (intended in the hexagram). With firm correctness, there will be good fortune.
The second NINE, undivided, shows the joint approach (intended in the hexagram). There will be good fortune; and the advantage will be seen in everything that may be done.
The third SIX, divided, shows (the subject of the line) luxurious in his approach (to others). There will be no advantage in any direction. If he become anxious about his position at the present, there will be no error.
The fourth SIX, divided, shows (the subject of the line) making a (great) approach (to the subject of the first line). There will be no error.
The fifth SIX, divided, shows the approach of the great ruler. There will be good fortune.
The topmost SIX, divided, shows the approach (with friendly welcome) of great-heartedness and kindness. There will be good fortune; and no error. © 2026 I-Ching Divination. All rights reserved.