The Joyous, Lake
Image
(Two symbols representing) the waters of a marsh, one over the other, form Tui. The superior man, in accordance with this, (encourages) the conversation of friends and (the stimulus of) their (common) practice.
Line 1
The first NINE, undivided, shows the pleasure of (inward) harmony. There will be good fortune.
Line 2
The second NINE, undivided, shows the pleasure arising from (inward) sincerity. There will be good fortune. Occasion for repentance will disappear.
Line 3
The third SIX, divided, shows its subject bringing round himself whatever can give pleasure. There will be evil.
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The fourth NINE, undivided, shows its subject deliberating about what to seek his pleasure in, and not at rest. He borders on what would be injurious, but there will be cause for joy.
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The fifth NINE, undivided, shows its subject trusting in one who would injure him. The situation is perilous.
Line 6
The topmost SIX, divided, shows the pleasure of its subject in leading and attracting others.
Judgment
Tui intimates that (under its conditions) there will be progress and attainment. (But) it will be advantageous to be firm and correct.
Interpretation
Shared happiness and open communication; the joy that comes from inner strength and outward gentleness.