The ridgepole sags.  Cracks begin to show.
It furthers someone to have a place to go.

The weight upon the great is too excessive.
That which is under cannot be supportive.

This is an exceptional time and situation.
It is necessary to find a way of transition.

Here, extraordinary measures are demanded.
"Action as quick as possible," is commanded.

Although the load of the strong is in excess
it is centered and resolution bodes success.

Forcible measures will not achieve anything.
The problem is solved by gentle penetration.

These are times demanding real superiority.
Here preponderation must be given priority.

As the swollen lake rises above the tree
the superior one stands alone and free.

The superior stands alone above the flood
Renouncing the world, embracing solitude.

SIX AT THE BOTTOM:
During efforts, in times extraordinaire,
one must be cautious... Taking care.
Like putting a planter on the floor.
You carefully put something under
to prevent wetness, soil, or rupture.
Great success can never takeover
unless great caution is the order
at the start of any great endeavor.

NINE IN FOURTH PLACE:
The ridgepole is braced...  Good fortune. 
(If there's ulterior motives... Humiliation.)