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______ Hexagram Seventeen:  
       Sui / Following

Thunder beneath 
the Lake's surface.
The Superior Person 
allows himself 
plenty of sheltered rest 
and recuperation 
while awaiting 
a clear sign to follow.

Supreme success.
No mistakes
if you keep to your course.


Hexagram Seventeen/Line One:
An ending opens a new beginning.
Stepping out of your sanctuary
into new company
will bring achievement.


Hexagram Seventeen/Line Two:
Indulging the child,
you lose the adult.


Hexagram Seventeen/Line Three:
To find what you seek,
you must leave the child
and follow the adult.


Hexagram Seventeen/Line Four:
Following for dishonorable reasons.
Pause for clarity
and a return to integrity.
Once actions are sincere,
you may move forward blamelessly.


Hexagram Seventeen/Line Five:
The path ahead
is strewn with blessings.


Hexagram Seventeen/Line Six:
By virtue of your wise heart,
you are followed by a leader.
Come down from your mountain,
and you will be rewarded with another.

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