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______ Hexagram Forty-One: 
       Sun / Decrease

The stoic Mountain
drains its excess waters
to the Lake below:
The Superior Person
curbs his anger
and sheds his desires.

To be frugal and content
is to possess
immeasurable wealth within.
Nothing of value
could be refused
such a person.
Make a portion of each meal
a share of your offering.


Hexagram Forty-One/Line One:
Once your good work
is accomplished,
it is noble
to move quietly on.
But your charges 
have grown 
attached to you,
and will feel
a deep loss
if you go.


Hexagram Forty-One/Line Two:
You are able to provide
what others need
without depriving yourself.
Keep to this humble
course of aid,
but do not attempt
a heroic rescue,
or unforeseen calamities
will fall.


Hexagram Forty-One/Line Three:
When three travel together,
two will bond more closely,
slighting the third.
If one journeys alone,
he will meet
a fellow seeker.


Hexagram Forty-One/Line Four:
Once he recognizes
and admits his wound,
walls tumble down
and others can get through
to offer the balm
he needs for healing.


Hexagram Forty-One/Line Five:
He is showered 
with precious gifts,
and those giving
will hear no refusals.
Supreme good fortune.


Hexagram Forty-One/Line Six:
He finds gain in that
which others see no value.
His example generates
widespread support.
This course brings success.

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