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The Oracle of the First Hexagram
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The Oracle of the Second Hexagram |
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Khun (Growing Pains)
The deep yawns above the thunder.
The man systematizes his life
with the care of a weaver at his loom.
Success
Keep to your course.
Carefully consider any advances.
Seek assistance.
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Khee-Tzhee (Completion)
Water suspended above the fire.
The superior man considers the potential evil
and guards against it.
Success
in minor matters.
Keep to your course.
An auspicious beginning
may bring a disordered end.
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The Oracle of the Changing Lines
(Lines are numbered from the bottom up.)
- 3
Whoever hunts deer without a guide
will lose his way in the depths of the forest.
The superior man is aware of the hidden dangers
and gives up the chase.
If you advance
you will regret it.
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