Difficulty at the Beginning
水雷屯 (Zhun)
Difficulty at the beginning works supreme success, furthering through perseverance. Do not act recklessly.
The Judgment & Decision
元，亨，利，贞。勿用有攸往，利建侯。
屯，刚柔始交而难生。动乎险中，大亨贞。
The Great Symbolism & Virtue
《象》曰：云雷，屯；君子以经纶。
The Symbolism: Difficulty at the Beginning
The Six Lines & Dynamics
初潜修德，厚积薄发。
《象》曰：行事之初，正固为本。
Insight: Early phase: cultivate virtue and build firm foundations.
得中居正，顺理成章。
《象》曰：居中守正，吉无咎也。
Insight: Progressing in balance: centered action brings auspicious support.
多凶多惧，终日惕厉。
《象》曰：处于转折，慎终如始。
Insight: Critical juncture: remain vigilant and cautious amidst uncertainty.
审时度势，顺应高明。
《象》曰：顺应高明，获其志也。
Insight: High responsibility: adapt wisely and maintain integrity without arrogance.
居尊当位，光被四表。
《象》曰：大君之位，德施普也。
Insight: Peak position of authority: lead with virtue and broad benevolence.
高亢知戒，顺应转机。
《象》曰：物极当变，持盈保泰。
Insight: Culmination: beware of extremes and prepare gracefully for renewal.