20. Contemplation to 56. Stranger

Changing lines

1. Line 3

   The third line, magnetic, shows one looking at the course of her own life, to advance or recede accordingly. The magnetic third line at the top of the lower trigram of Receptivity belongs to one of utmost docility. She wishes to act only according to the exigency of the time and circumstances, and will advance or recede accordingly.

2. Line 4

   The fourth line, magnetic, shows one contemplating the glory of the kingdom. It will be advantageous for her, being such as she is, to seek to be a guest of the king. Line four, in a properly magnetic place is just below the properly dynamic fifth-line sovereign. She is moved accordingly, and stirred to ambition. The "glory of the kingdom" is the virtue of the sovereign and the noble character of his administration.

3. Line 5

   The fifth line, dynamic, shows its subject contemplating his own life course. A superior man, he will thus fall into no error. Line five is dynamic, and in the place of the ruler. He is a superior man, but this does not relieve him from the duty of self-contemplation or examination.

The present judgment

Contemplation shows us a worshipper who has purified himself, but must still present his sacrifice with that dignified sincerity which inspires reverence.

The later judgment

Transition means that small attainments are possible. If the traveling stranger is firm and correct, there will be good fortune.

What the move asks

Maintain a clear, observant perspective to navigate transitions with grace and detachment.

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