中孚
Inner Truth
La Vérité Intérieure
Zhōng Fú
Upper trigram
Wind
Lower trigram
Lake
The Judgment
Inner Truth. Pigs and fishes. Good fortune. It furthers one to cross the great water. Perseverance is advantageous.
The Image
The wind blows over the lake: the image of Inner Truth. Thus the superior man discusses criminal cases in order to delay executions.
Meaning
Profound sincerity, trust, authenticity. Inner truth touches even the most insensitive beings. The moment demands absolute sincerity.
The six lines
Line 1 (bottom)
Being prepared brings good fortune. If there are secret ulterior motives, it is disquieting.
Line 2
A crane calling in the shade. Its young answers it. I have a good goblet. I wish to share it with you.
Line 3
He finds a companion. At times he beats the drum, at times he stops. At times he sobs, at times he sings.
Line 4
The moon almost full. The harness horse goes astray. No blame.
Line 5
He possesses the truth, which binds together. No blame.
Line 6 (top)
The cock's crow penetrates to heaven. Perseverance brings misfortune.