7. Shih / The Army
above K'un The Receptive, Earth
below K'an The Abysmal, Water
The Judgement
The Army. The army needs perseverance
And a strong man.
Good fortune without blame.
The Image
In the middle of the earth is water:
The image of The Army.
Thus the superior man increases his masses
By generosity toward the people.
The Lines
Nine in the second place means:
In the midst of the army.
Good fortune. No blame.
The king bestows a triple decoration.
2. K'un / The Receptive
above K'un The Receptive, Earth
below K'un The Receptive, Earth
The Judgement
The Receptive brings about sublime success,
Furthering through the perseverance of a mare.
If the superior man undertakes something and tries to lead,
He goes astray;
But if he follows, he finds guidance.
It is favorable to find friends in the west and south,
To forego friends in the east and north.
Quiet perseverance brings good fortune.
The Image
The earth's condition is receptive devotion.
Thus the superior man who has breadth of character
Carries the outer world.