K'AN - THE WATERY DEPTHS Commentary: The watery depths come again. Sincerity and confidence lead to success. Image: Water flowing on to its goal symbolizes the watery depths. Thus the superior man teaches through constantly applying his virtue. Changing Lines 1. The watery depths are twofold. Falling into the hole of a pit brings misfortune. 2. The watery depths are dangerous. Seek only small gains. 3. With danger on all sides, wait cautiously or you will fall into the pit. Do not do this. 4. A bottle of wine, a bowl of rice, plain clay vessels handed simply through the window. This is undoubtedly blameless. 5. The watery depths are not overflowing, only filled to the brim. This is blameless. 6. Bound with a rope, you are imprisoned by thorn-edged walls for three years. This is bad luck.