Approach
"The earth above the lake. Teaching without limits. Protection and acceptance."
The Judgment
Approach has supreme success. Perseverance furthers. When the eighth month comes, there will be misfortune.
Original Text
元亨利贞。至于八月有凶。
The Image
The earth above the lake: The image of Approach. Thus the superior man is inexhaustible in his will to teach, and without limits in his tolerance and protection of the people.
Original Text
泽上有地，临；君子以教思无穷，容保民无疆。
The Lines
Nine at the Beginning初九
"Joint approach. Perseverance brings good fortune."
Advance together with others. Determination leads to success.
Original: 咸临，贞吉。
Nine at the Place 2九二
"Joint approach. Good fortune. Everything furthers."
Your influence is growing. The situation is favorable.
Original: 咸临，吉，无不利。
Six at the Place 3六三
"Comfortable approach. Nothing that would further. If one is induced to grieve over it, no blame."
Complacency is dangerous. Recognizing the danger saves you from failure.
Original: 甘临，无攸利。既忧之，无咎。
Six at the Place 4六四
"Complete approach. No blame."
Approaching the situation with an open mind brings success.
Original: 至临，无咎。
Six at the Place 5六五
"Wise approach. This is right for a great prince. Good fortune."
Using wisdom and selecting capable people is the mark of a great leader.
Original: 知临，大君之宜，吉。
Six at the Top上六
"Great-hearted approach. Good fortune. No blame."
Generosity and sincerity in your approach bring good fortune.
Original: 敦临，吉，无咎。