Peace
"Harmony prevails. The small departs, the great arrives. Success."
The Judgment
Peace. The small departs, the great approaches. Good fortune. Success.
Original Text
小往大来，吉，亨。
The Image
Heaven and earth unite: The image of Peace. Thus the ruler divides and completes the course of heaven and earth; he furthers and regulates the gifts of heaven and earth, and so aids the people.
Original Text
天地交，泰；后以财成天地之道，辅相天地之宜，以左右民。
The Lines
Nine at the Beginning初九
"Pulling up reed grass with roots intertwined. To undertake an enterprise brings good fortune."
When you advance, you bring others with you. Unity brings success.
Original: 拔茅茹，以其汇。征吉。
Nine at the Place 2九二
"Bearing with the uncultured, crossing the river without a boat, not neglecting the distant, not regarding companions: thus one may manage to walk in the middle."
Be broad-minded and courageous. Maintain balance and fairness.
Original: 包荒，用冯河，不遐遗，朋亡，得尚于中行。
Nine at the Place 3九三
"No plain not followed by a slope. No going not followed by a return. He who remains persevering in danger is without blame. Do not complain about this truth; enjoy the good fortune you still possess."
Change is natural. Stay strong during hard times and enjoy the good times.
Original: 无平不陂，无往不复。艰贞无咎。勿恤其孚，于食有福。
Six at the Place 4六四
"Fluttering down, not boasting of wealth, together with his neighbor, guileless and sincere."
Come down from a high position to help others. Sincerity unites people.
Original: 翩翩不富，以其邻，不戒以孚。
Six at the Place 5六五
"The sovereign I gives his daughter in marriage. This brings blessings and supreme good fortune."
Modesty and proper conduct in relationships bring great happiness.
Original: 帝乙归妹，以祉元吉。
Six at the Top上六
"The wall falls back into the moat. Use no army now. Make your commands known within your own town. Perseverance brings humiliation."
The time of peace is ending. Retreat and protect what you have.
Original: 城复于隍，勿用师。自邑告命，贞吝。