隨
Following
La Suite
Suí
Upper trigram
Lake
Lower trigram
Thunder
The Judgment
Following has supreme success. Perseverance is advantageous. No blame.
The Image
Thunder in the midst of the lake: The image of Following. Thus the superior man, at the time of dusk, returns to his dwelling to restore himself and rest.
Meaning
Adaptation, following the right movement. The moment demands adapting to circumstances with flexibility and sincerity.
The six lines
Line 1 (bottom)
The standard changes. Perseverance brings good fortune. Going forth from the gate for relationships produces works.
Line 2
If one attaches oneself to the small boy, one loses the strong man.
Line 3
If one attaches oneself to the strong man, one loses the small boy. By following, one finds what one seeks. It is advantageous to remain persevering.
Line 4
Following creates success. Perseverance brings misfortune. Being on the path with sincerity brings clarity. What blame could there be?
Line 5
Sincere in goodness. Good fortune.
Line 6 (top)
He obtains his attachment and is still bound to it. The king presents him to the Western Mountain.