Commentary: Peace. The lesser has disappeared, the greater approaches. Success and good fortune.
Image: Heaven and earth unite in peace. Thus the ruler regulates the ways of heaven and earth, bringing succor to the people.
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1. When grass is pulled up, other stalks come with it. Action brings good fortune.
2. Gently suffer the uncultured, cross rivers resolutely, neglect not the distant, favor not one's companions. Thus, attain to the middle way.
3. No level but it is followed by an incline, no going without returning. Perseverance in the face of danger is blameless. Inner steadfastness leads to good fortune.
4. He naturally reaches down to his neighbors, not boasting of his wealth, sincerely and honestly.
5. The emperor gives his daughter in marriage. This brings great good fortune.
6. The wall collapses into the moat. Do not summon the army. Inform your home town. persistence brings disgrace.
