The
weak outer Yin lines refines
& gestates the strong
inner lines.
This bears the representation
of two trees joined at
midsection.
While leaves receive heaven's
light.
roots suckle the earth.
Holding tight.
In winter, when the leaves
are not
present, there grows unseen
root.
This growth activity is
in order
to strengthen the root
and prepare.
Hence, it's better to grow
new roots
than venture to send out
new shoots.
Without preparation new
growing
would rapidly exhaust
in striving.
So don't strive
upward in importunity
but remain content with
the lowly.
The superior is simple
and reverent.
The superior lives in
contentment.
Even if appearing a tedious
pedant:
Care and rootedness is
precedent.
Avoiding conspicuous consumption
promotes good fortune's
assumption.
An unusual situation is
indicate.
You're not so tough...
Compensate.
Be content with small things
rather than attempt great
things. |