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I Ching Hexagram #10 Heaven / Lake

Treading

天泽履 (Lu)

Treading upon the tail of the tiger. It does not bite the man. Success.

The Judgment & Decision

[Original Judgment]
履虎尾,不咥人,亨。
Vernacular Essence: 如履虎尾有度,循礼而行之象。如履薄冰、谨守礼节,虽临危难亦能化险为夷。
Translation: Treading upon the tail of the tiger. It does not bite the man. Success.
[Commentary on the Decision]

履,柔履刚也。说而应乎乾,是以履虎尾,不咥人,亨。

The Great Symbolism & Virtue

《象》曰:上天下泽,履;君子以辩上下,定民志。

The Symbolism: Treading

The Six Lines & Dynamics

First Line
Line 1

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.

Second Line
Line 2

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.

Third Line
Line 3

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.

Fourth Line
Line 4

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.

Fifth Line
Line 5

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.

Top Line
Line 6

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.