Gua 47
Ancient Comments on the Image
Judgment
Moving Lines
1
rump limited by a tree stump, enters into a secluded valley, three years without being seen.
2
limited by wine and food; vermilion tassels are just arriving. Favorable to employ offerings and sacrifices; advancing is misfortune; no blame.
3
limited by stone, resting on thorny burrs, enters his palace, does not see his wife, ominous.
5
nose-cutting and foot-cutting; limited by red tassels; then slowly there is delight; favorable to employ sacrificial rites.
Ancient Comments on the Moving Lines
3
Resting on thorny burrs is riding firmness. Entering his palace and not seeing his wife is inauspicious.
4
Coming slowly—the intention is below. Although not occupying the fitting position, there is association.
5
Nose-cutting and foot-cutting: the intention is not yet attained. Then slowly there is delight, because of centered uprightness. Favorable to employ sacrificial rites: receiving blessing.
Ancient Comments on the Judgment
Limited is the covering of the firm. Danger combined with delight: being limited without losing one's place—this is coming through. Is this only for the exemplary person? Steadfastness and the great person [being] auspicious is because the firm is centered. Words are not believed; valuing the mouth leads to an impasse.