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__  __ Hexagram Fifty-Seven:  
       Sun / The Penetrating Wind

Wind follows upon wind,
wandering the earth,
penetrating gently
but persistently:
The Superior Person
expands his influence
by reaffirming his decisions
and carrying out his promises.

Small, persistent, focused 
effort brings success.
Seek advice
from someone you respect.



Hexagram Fifty-Seven/Line One:
Advance or retreat:
the determined warrior
will use either to advantage.


Hexagram Fifty-Seven/Line Two:
A whirlwind beneath the bed.
Fortunetellers and magicians
are summoned,
but none can interpret
this omen.
All will go well.


Hexagram Fifty-Seven/Line Three:
Half-hearted attempts
to penetrate,
over and over again.
Humiliation.


Hexagram Fifty-Seven/Line Four:
Self-doubt vanishes
and determination grows.
Three forms of game
will be taken in this hunt.


Hexagram Fifty-Seven/Line Five:
Determination has settled
into a steady course
toward good fortune.
That was no way to start,
but it will lead to
a glorious ending.
Consider any crossroad
three days before pressing on.
Check your bearings
for three days following,
to ensure you haven't strayed
from your course.


Hexagram Fifty-Seven/Line Six:
The wind dies
beneath the bed.
All courage to persevere
is gone.
Resources are depleted,
defenses are down.
To move ahead
with this course
would prove disastrous.

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