#17 : Stupidity
The Fool stands at the edge of the Abyss.
The Image
Feel what is going on. Recognize the time for action. Listen to the words of Dragons. Study the Ancient Wisdom.
The Inside
The Dragon pays attention. When the beginning is correct, what follows moves smoothly. Be sensible. Face danger only when it is necessary. Be Careful. The Dragon stays home. Do not try to force the impossible. Be sensible! The Dragonšs attitude draws people together like a magnet. Good Fortune. Fear Nothing! Rely upon your deepest instincts when everything is changing. Supreme good fortune. Consolidate your position after succeeding with leverage, then take a rest. Meditate.
The Outside
Do not accept as a favor what you cannot repay. Be honest. Be aware & flexible, in order to avoid the worst of outcomes. Pay Attention! Clear up your own affairs. No great blame, just a bit of trouble. Be careful. The Dragon acts without hesitation. Do what you must do, and prepare for the future. No blame. Use wisdome to eliminate disunity. Great good fortune! After victory wise leaders should be put into positions of authority. The camp followers should be given a bonus! Be smart.
The Lines
Top : Do not succumb to anger when putting an end to trouble. Get wise!
5 : Seek and give advice and assistance with humility. Great Good Fortune.
4 : The Dragon sees, but does not react. When a situation becomes tangled, sometimes it is best to let it run its course. Think.
3 : Avoid impulsiveness and impulsive people. No blame.
2 : No one has attained Enlightenment without developing a sense of humor. It is easier to alter the course of the Moon, than to explain a simple truth to a fool. Get it.
1 : Stupidity can be corrected by the wise use of discipline. Be careful.
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