Possession in Great Measure
"Supreme success. The sun shines in the heavens. Curb evil and further good."
The Judgment
Possession in Great Measure. Supreme success.
Original Text
元亨。
The Image
Fire in heaven above: The image of Possession in Great Measure. Thus the superior man curbs evil and furthers good, and thereby obeys the benevolent will of heaven.
Original Text
火在天上，大有；君子以遏恶扬善，顺天休命。
The Lines
Nine at the Beginning初九
"No relationship with what is harmful; there is no blame. If one remains conscious of difficulty, one remains without blame."
Avoid bad influences from the start. Caution preserves your success.
Original: 无交害，匪咎，艰则无咎。
Nine at the Place 2九二
"A big wagon for loading. One may undertake something. No blame."
You have the capacity and resources to take on great tasks.
Original: 大车以载，有攸往，无咎。
Nine at the Place 3九三
"A prince offers it to the Son of Heaven. A small man cannot do this."
Share your wealth and success for the greater good. Small-minded people hoard it.
Original: 公用亨于天子，小人弗克。
Nine at the Place 4九四
"He makes a difference between himself and his neighbor. No blame."
Do not be envious or competitive. Maintain your dignity.
Original: 匪其彭，无咎。
Six at the Place 5六五
"He whose truth is accessible, yet dignified, has good fortune."
Sincerity backed by dignity wins respect and success.
Original: 厥孚交如，威如，吉。
Nine at the Top上九
"He is blessed by heaven. Good fortune. Nothing that does not further."
By following the right path, you receive help from above and below.
Original: 自天佑之，吉无不利。