Da Guo indicates a great test a person must pass.
What is this about?
This Gua describes how the Duke of Zhou handled the rebellion led by his brothers. This was a time of crisis and turmoil for the Duke of Zhou and the empire.
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28.0 棟撓。利有攸往。亨
The ridgepole of the house sags. It is helpful to find a direction. The newly founded dynasty was on the verge of collapsing after King Wu's death. The king's brother, the Duke of Zhou, shouldered many responsibilities to support the empire. You are exposed to threats. Your company/ relationship/ project is on the verge of crumbling. However, since the sickness has been diagnosed, it will be easy to cure. If your job/ relationship does not support your well-being, it’s time to find greener fields.
28.1 初六藉用茅。无咎
Yin on Line 1: With sincerity, place the offering on a mat made of white rushes. There will be no mistake. The Duke of Zhou showed other high-ranking officials his sincerity in assisting the young emperor, Cheng Wang. From the get-go, prove your genuineness and good intentions. Earn the support and trust of others. Be humble.
28.2 九二枯楊生稊。老夫得其女妻。无不利
Yang on Line 2: New shoots sprout from a decayed willow. It is like an older man marrying a younger woman. There is nothing disadvantageous. The Duke of Zhou did not want to use military force against the uprising led by his three brothers. The crisis aroused his courage and tenacity, demonstrating that an older man could solve dilemmas. Although the situation is trying, you can overcome any obstacles.
28.3 九三棟橈，凶
Yang on Line 3: The ridgepole is crooked. It is dangerous. Shang King's son seized the opportunity of discord within the Zhou administration to rebel against them. Chaos prevails. This is a difficult time. Be careful!
28.4 九四棟隆，吉。有它吝
Yang on Line 4: The crooked ridgepole bulges upward. This is lucky, albeit inconvenient. The Duke of Zhou quickly prevented the rebellion led by his brothers. Likewise, the problem you face is not as big as initially assessed. To avoid trouble in the future, handle this dilemma with care.
28.5 九五枯楊生華。老婦得其士夫。无咎；无譽
Yang on Line 5: The decayed willow blooms again. It is like an older woman marrying a younger man. There is no blame and no fame. Using military force to achieve peace and harmony is like an older woman marrying a younger man. While not wrong, such a match is unfit and improper. Similarly, taking action against an ill-prepared and unworthy opponent may be desirable but not dignified.
28.6 上六過涉滅頂。凶，无咎
Yin on Line 6: Wading through the water until his head is submerged is dangerous. There will be no mistake. The Duke of Zhou showed his wisdom and courage by putting down the rebellion led by his three brothers. He took calculated risks, which proved successful in the end. You will pass a difficult test with perception, perseverance, and fearlessness.
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