The Image Mountain under heaven: the image of Retreat. Thus the superior man keeps the inferior man at a distance, Not angrily but with reserve.
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[] Six at the bottom means: At the tail in retreat. This is dangerous. One must not wish to undertake anything. [] Six in the second place means: He holds him fast with yellow oxhide. No one can tear him loose. Nine in the third place means: A halted retreat Is nerve-wracking and dangerous. To retain people as men- and maidservants Brings good fortune. Nine in the fourth place means: Voluntary retreat brings good fortune to the superior man And downfall to the inferior man. () Nine in the fifth place means: Friendly retreat. Perseverance brings good fortune. Nine at the top means: Cheerful retreat. Everything serves to further.
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