Li / The Clinging, Fire

above:Li The Clinging, Flame
below:Li The Clinging, Flame

The fifth [six], divided, shows its subject as one with tears flowing in torrents, and groaning in sorrow. There will be good fortune.

Line 5 is in the place of honor, and central. But it is weak, as is its correlate. Its position between the strong 4 and 6 fills its subject with anxiety and apprehension, that express themselves as is described. But such demonstrations are a proof of his inward adherence to right and his humility. There will be good fortune.