The Forest of Xian (the 64th hexagram Xian)

損：逢時積德，身受福慶。

Encountering favorable auspicious timing and continuously accumulating virtue, one thus receives blessings and joy. This signifies a situation where virtue and favorable timing complement each other, indicating good fortune: when auspicious timing arrives, it is even more appropriate to cultivate great virtue, and blessings will naturally follow.

益：鵠思其雄，欲隨鳳東。順理羽翼，出次日中。須留北邑，復反其室。

A female crane misses its mate and wishes to follow the phoenix eastward; thus it arranges its wings and departs at noon. Along the way, it stays for a while in a northern town, but eventually returns to its nest. This indicates an obstruction in travel but ultimately a return home: although there may be delays, human affairs will ultimately be completed and united.

夬：環緒倚鉏，斗升屬口。貧賤所處，心寒悲苦。

The clothes are tied in knots, the person leans against the hoe resting, and the entire amount of grain for a day's sustenance depends entirely on this harvest for survival. Being in a state of poverty, the heart feels cold, full of sorrow and bitterness. This indicates a situation of hardship and poverty, which is ominous: one should be content with poverty and abide by one's proper place, and must not seekby chance (侥幸 means侥幸, which is a term for侥幸, meaning to take chances or rely on luck).

姤：孤獨特處，莫依為輔，心勞志苦。

Being alone and without support, unable to find someone to rely on or assist, leading to exhaustion of heart and mind, and a troubled spirit. This indicates a situation of being isolated without support, which is ominous. It is advisable to widely cultivate good relationships and avoid taking on tasks alone.

萃：稷為堯使，西見王母。拜請百福，賜我喜子，長樂富有。

After Ji (the ancestor of the Zhou people, and尧's agricultural official) was entrusted by Yao to travel westward to pay homage to the Western Queen Mother, he knelt and prayed for various blessings. The Western Queen Mother bestowed upon him a joyful offspring, thus ensuring lasting happiness and family prosperity. Ji is the progenitor of the Zhou people and is mentioned in the Records of the Grand Historian: Chronicles of the Zhou Dynasty. This represents an omen of receiving great blessings through being sent on a distant mission, indicating a great auspiciousness: seeking offspring and wealth will both be fulfilled.

升：鳴條之災，北奔於胡。左衽為長，國號匈奴。主君旄頭，立為單于。

King Jie of Xia suffered a great defeat at the Battle of Mingtiao, and his descendants fled north to the Hu region. The people there wore their clothes with the left side open, elected a leader, and established their country as the Xiongnu. Their ruler held the position of leader of the旄 head, and was called the Xuantu. The account of the Battle of Mingtiao is found in the "Records of the Grand Historian: Annals of Xia," and the idea that the Xiongnu descended from the descendants of the Xia dynasty is found in the "Records of the Grand Historian: Biographies of the Xiongnu." This represents an image of a new situation formed after a defeat: although the former state was destroyed, they could still establish themselves anew in a different land.

困：絕而復通，雖危不窮。終得其願，姬姜相從。

The road was broken but later reconnected; although temporarily dangerous, it did not lead to a dead end. In the end, the desired outcome was achieved, with the two major clans, the Ji and Jiang, marrying into each other and following one another. The Ji clan of Zhou and the Jiang clan of Qi have been allied through marriage since ancient times, so "Ji Jiang" is used to refer to a good match. This signifies a situation where extreme difficulties turn into smooth progress and a harmonious marriage, which is auspicious.

井：陽並悖狂，拔劍自傷，為身生殃。

Yang energy is blocked and accumulated, causing people to become confused and lose control, leading them to draw a sword and injure themselves, bringing unnecessary misfortune upon themselves. This indicates a loss of emotional control and self-harm, which is extremely凶 (fateful misfortune). One should remain calm and avoid impulsive actions.

革：方圓不同，剛柔異鄉。掘井得石，勞而無功。

The square and the circle do not fit together; the hard and the soft are apart, naturally unable to meet. It is like digging a well and hitting a hard rock, exerting great effort yet failing to get water. This indicates a situation of mutual incompatibility and futile effort, which is ominous: the plan is unsuitable for the current situation, and one should change the approach.

鼎：乘風駕雨，與鳴鳥俱。動舉千里，見我愛母。

Riding on the long wind and driving the rain, traveling together with the calling birds; each movement covers a thousand miles, finally meeting my beloved mother. This indicates swift travel over a great distance and the fulfillment of longing. Auspicious: going out will be assisted, and a long separation may result in reunion.

震：三塗五嶽，陽城太室。神明所扶，獨無兵革。

San Tu Mountain and the Five Great Mountains, Yangcheng's ancient capital and Song Mountain's Tai Shi, are all places where deities reside. San Tu and Tai Shi are both mentioned in the "Zuo Zhuan · Zhao Gong Four Years" as important strategic locations in the world. With divine assistance, this area alone is free from warfare and military conflict. This indicates a favorable omen of divine protection, which is highly auspicious: residing here can avoid military calamities and ensure peace and safety.

艮：鴟鴞娶婦，深目窌身。折腰不媚，與伯相悖。

An owl goes to marry, but marries a woman with deep-set eyes and hunched body, ugly and unappealing. Even if it bows low and flatters, it cannot win her favor, and ends up quarreling with the husband's brother. The Book of Songs, Feng Feng, Chi Xiao, takes the owl as an omen of ill fortune. It signifies an unsuitable spouse and domestic discord, which is ominous: marriage should not be entered into lightly.

漸：轉行軌軌，行近不遠。旦夕入門，與君笑言。

The chariot wheels roll forward on a short journey, not far away; arriving at the destination is soon, in the morning or evening, to meet and laugh together. This indicates a matter of nearness and quick completion, a sign that a meeting is imminent. Auspicious: the person you are expecting will return soon.

歸妹：求利難國，迯去我北。復歸其城，不為吾賊。（難一作離）

Going to a dangerous country to seek wealth, one can only escape, heading north; later returning to that city, fortunately the other party did not become an enemy. This indicates a situation where one goes out to seek wealth and faces setbacks but ultimately remains unharmed: although there is disturbance and travel, the person does not suffer harm. The marginal note says 'difficult' which in another edition is 'fire'.

豐：日月之塗，所行必到。無凶無咎，安寧不殆。

Proceeding along the constant path of the sun and moon, one will surely reach the destination; there will be no danger along the way, nor any mistakes, ensuring peace and security without peril. This indicates a favorable omen of following established norms and maintaining righteousness, with all matters proceeding smoothly, which is highly auspicious.

旅：管叔遇桓，得其願歡。膠日殺糾，振冠無憂。笑喜不莊，空言妄行。（豐之困）

Guan Zhong met Duke Huan of Qi and achieved his aspirations, feeling joyful in heart. During the days when the Lu state's man Sheng Dou killed the prince Jiu, Guan Zhong shed his former worries and took office, becoming carefree. This is recorded in the Zuo Zhuan, Volume 9, and the Shiji, Volume 55, "Guan Yan Liezhuan." However, if one indulges solely in laughter without seriousness, it becomes empty talk and reckless actions. This hexagram indicates that encountering a wise sovereign brings good fortune, but one must remain cautious and self-restrained; otherwise, frivolity will lead to failure. A note indicates that this hexagram is repeated with the hexagram Feng and the hexagram Kun.

巽：出入蹈踐，動順天時。俯仰有節，禍災不來。

Every movement and action follows the right path, aligning with the natural order; all actions are in harmony with the timing of heaven. In every movement forward or backward, there is proper measure and restraint, so misfortune will not come knocking. This indicates appropriate action and a distant calamity, which is auspicious.

兌：內崩中傷，上亂無常。雖有米粟，我不得食。

Internal collapse, damage in the center, confusion and inconsistency in the upper policies; although there is grain stored at home, I cannot eat a single mouthful. This indicates the state of internal governance being ruined and things being unable to be enjoyed, which is ominous: although wealth is present, it will ultimately not be usable by oneself.

渙：逐禍除患，道德神仙。過惡萬里，福常在前。身樂以安。

Drive away calamities and remove worries; cultivating virtue is like a celestial being. All faults and evils are cast away ten thousand miles away, blessings are always before one's eyes, and one's own peace and comfort are constant. This signifies the image of cultivating virtue to avoid misfortune, which is a great blessing: when the heart is upright, evil cannot invade.

節：牛驚馬走，上下渾擾。鼓音不絕，項公奔敗。

Cows are startled, horses gallop wildly, and confusion reigns everywhere; the war drums sound continuously, and Xiang Yu finally retreats in defeat. This refers to Xiang Yu's defeat at Gaixia, recorded in the "Records of the Grand Historian: Biography of Xiang Yu." It signifies a situation where the army's morale is disordered and the overall situation is collapsing, indicating a great misfortune. It is not advisable to engage in military conflicts or disputes, and one should also be cautious when traveling to avoid disturbances.

中孚：西上九陂，往來留連。心須時日，靈與有德。

Proceeding westward, climbing up tier after tier of embankments, coming and going yet remaining stagnant and unable to move forward; one can only endure patiently and wait for the right time, for the deities will eventually favor those of virtue. This signifies an omen of delay and waiting for the right moment: what is sought is not in speed, but in cultivating virtue and waiting patiently, and eventually it will come to fruition.

小過：虎怒捕羊，蝟不能攘。

A fierce tiger attacks a flock of sheep, and even though hedgehogs are covered with spines, they cannot stop the tiger's fierce advance. This represents a situation where there is a great disparity between strength and weakness. It is ominous: one cannot overcome the opponent, and it is advisable to retreat rather than resist forcefully.

既濟：湧泉涓涓，南流不絕。卒為江海，將帥襲戰，獲其丑虜。

A spring gushes forth, flowing gently and continuously southward, eventually forming a river and sea. The general seizes the opportunity to launch a surprise attack, capturing many enemies. This indicates the accumulation of small efforts leading to great achievements and a victorious military campaign. It is auspicious: the gradual accumulation of effort will ultimately lead to great success.

未濟：桃弓葦戟，除殘去惡，敵人執服。

Using peach wood as a bow and reed as arrows, performing rituals to drive away plague and expel evil spirits, eliminating cruelty and removing wickedness, enemies thus being captured and subdued. Peach bows and reed arrows were ancient tools used for warding off misfortune, as mentioned in the "Zuo Zhuan · Zhao Gong Four Year" and the "Rites of Zhou." They symbolize the image of using righteousness to repel evil and subdue powerful enemies, which is auspicious.

家人：王命赤烏，與君徼期。征伐無道，誅其君傲。居止何憂。

Heaven sent a red bird as a sign of divine mandate, establishing an agreement with the ruler to set a time for action; thus, the army was dispatched to attack the unjust state and eliminate the arrogant king. The omen of the red bird carrying a message signified the Zhou dynasty's receiving the heavenly mandate, as recorded in the "Records of the Grand Historian: The Annals of the Zhou Dynasty." After the mission was successfully accomplished, there was peace and no further worries. This omen signifies an auspicious sign of acting under heaven's mandate to punish wrongdoing, with a just cause, indicating great good fortune.

乾：千歲槐根，身多斧痕。傷夷倒掘，枝葉不存。

A thousand-year-old old locust tree, its roots deeply entrenched, had been repeatedly wounded by axes; later it was cut down and uprooted, leaving not even a single leaf or branch. This signifies an omen of a strong foundation ultimately destroyed by force, which is extremely ominous. Those burdened with deep past karma should especially beware of man-made harm.

坤：喭喭諤諤，虎豹相齰。畏懼悚息，終無難惡。

People were shouting and arguing loudly, fighting like tigers and leopards; the onlookers were frightened and held their breath, but in the end, no serious trouble or evil incident occurred. This indicates an appearance of exaggerated alarm: although the argument was intense, there was no real danger.

屯：娶於姜呂，駕迎新婦。少齊在門，夫子歡喜。

Going to the Jiang surname Lu clan to marry, driving a carriage to bring back the bride; a young woman from the state of Qi has arrived at the gate, and the husband is very happy. Qi was the state of the Jiang surname Lu clan, so "Jiang Lu" refers to a good match. This indicates a favorable omen for finding a suitable spouse, great auspiciousness: marriage and seeking a spouse will all be successful.

蒙：高壤肥澤，民人孔樂。宜利居止，長安有福。

High land is fertile and the water sources are abundant, with the people living a very peaceful and happy life. Such a place is most suitable for settling down, ensuring long-term safety and blessings. This indicates that the land has been chosen appropriately, which is a great auspicious sign. It is suitable for moving house and buying property.

需：主有聖德，上配太極。皇靈建中，授我以福。

The sovereign possesses sage virtue, whose virtue matches the Taiji; the heavenly spirits establish the principle of upright justice and bestow blessings upon me. "Establishing the Middle" refers to the establishment of the Middle Way as mentioned in the "Book of Documents · Zhonghui's Mandate." This signifies the harmonious union of virtue above and below, receiving heavenly blessings, which is a great auspicious omen.

訟：耄老懞鈍，不見東西。少者弗慕，君不與謀。懸輿致仕，退歸里居。

An old man becomes confused, his senses dull and his ability to discern directions weak; young people no longer admire him, and the sovereign no longer consults him on state affairs. He then hangs up his carriage and resigns from office, returning to his hometown to live. "Suspension of the carriage and retirement" was the ancient custom for officials to retire at the age of seventy. This symbolizes a situation where circumstances have changed, and it is appropriate to step down rather than advance further. One should know when to stop and retire; to force oneself to stay would bring disgrace.

師：三狂北行，道逢大狼。暮宿患宅，為禍所傷。

Three arrogant people went north, and on the way they encountered a big wolf. In the evening, they took shelter in a dangerous house and were finally injured by misfortune. This indicates an omen of reckless travel encountering danger, which is extremely ominous: when traveling, one must choose companions and places carefully and must not rashly head north.

比：更旦初歲，振除禍敗。新衣元服，拜受利福。

A new day and a new year have just begun; the old misfortunes and bad luck are swept away all at once. New clothes are worn, and the ceremony of the first adult haircut, known as the "original garment" ritual, is performed. This ritual is mentioned in the "Rites of the Gentleman" (Yili) as the ceremony for an adult to wear a cap. It signifies the image of removing the old and bringing in the new, starting anew and gaining blessings, which is very auspicious.

小畜：杲杲白日，為月所食。損上（一作下）毀上，鄭昭出走。

A bright sun is obscured by the moon, causing an eclipse, with the upper part being damaged and destroyed; Zheng Zhao Gong Hu fled abroad because of this. Zheng Zhao Gong lost his country twice and had to flee, as recorded in "Zuo Zhuan · Huangong Eleventh Year" and "Zuo Zhuan · Huangong Seventeenth Year." This signifies an omen of the monarch's position being eclipsed and the upper authority losing power, which is ominous: those in high positions should beware of being undermined from below. The marginal note states that the term "upper" in "loss of the upper" is sometimes written as "lower" in the text.

履：君子失意，小人得志。亂憂並作，奸邪充塞。雖有百堯，顛不可救。

A virtuous person loses power and is not favored, while a petty person instead enjoys good fortune and success. Chaos and troubles arise together, and wicked and corrupt officials fill the court. At this time, even a hundred sages like Yao would be unable to reverse the collapse. This indicates a situation where the virtuous are removed and the wicked rise, with a great structure about to collapse. It is a major misfortune: one should avoid calamity and preserve oneself, and should not attempt to hold on forcefully.

泰：仁德優洽，恩及異域。澤被殊方，福慶隱伏。作蠶不織，寒無所得。

The virtue of benevolence and generosity is broad and far-reaching, its kindness extending to distant lands. Its blessings cover all directions, yet the prosperity lies hidden within. One may raise silkworms but not spin the silk; in the end, when winter comes, there is still no clothing to wear. This represents a situation where there is virtue and resources, but one is lazy and neglectful. Though external kindness is abundant, if one is idle and does not act, in the end nothing is gained.

否：東求金玉，反得敝石。名曰無宜，字曰醜惡。眾所賤薄。

Going east to seek gold and jade treasures, one ends up picking up only a broken stone; this stone is named "Wu Yi" and has the nickname "Chou E," and everyone looks down upon it. This indicates a situation where one seeks beauty but gets evil, and both name and reality are damaged, which is凶 (auspicious). The endeavors will not yield any gain, but instead invite ridicule and criticism.

同人：擊鼓合戰，士怯叛亡。威令不行，敗我成功。

Drums are beaten and battle is joined, yet the soldiers are timid and scatter in disorder, some even deserting; commands and signals fail to be carried out, and the eye-witnessed success is thus ruined. This indicates a situation where orders are not strictly enforced, leading to failure at the very last moment, which is a great misfortune. It is not advisable to launch military campaigns or engage in competition; one should first整顿 the internal affairs.

大有：仲春孟夏，和氣所舍。生我嘉福，國無殘賊。

In the middle of spring and the beginning of summer, it is the time when harmonious energy resides; thus, beautiful blessings arise, and there are no cruel or harmful people in the country. This signifies a time of harmonious climate and favorable fortune, which is very auspicious: it is the right time, and all matters can be undertaken.

謙：尹氏伯奇，父子相離。無罪被辜，長舌為災。

Yin Jifu's son Bo Qi was slandered by his stepmother, leading to the separation between father and son. He had no wrongdoing yet suffered punishment, all due to the calamity brought by malicious tongues. Bo Qi's injustice is a well-known story among Han people about a filial son slandered by others. The poem "Xiang Bo" from the "Book of Songs," "Xiao Ya" also criticizes slanderers. This is an omen of being slandered and falsely accused, a great凶 (misfortune): one should beware of gossip from petty people and be cautious in dealings with close relatives.

豫：五穀不熟，困民惡極。駕之新邑，嘉禾有得。

The five grains are insufficient and not ripe, and the people are in extreme hardship; thus, they drove their chariots to move to a new city, where the excellent crops eventually yielded a harvest. This signifies the situation of hardship in the old place and benefit from migration: staying in the old place leads to hardship, while changing plans leads to success.

隨：登虛望貧，暮食無飧。長子南戍，與我生分。

Climbing up a high hill to look afar, one sees only a scene of poverty; by evening, there is not even a hot meal to eat. The eldest son has been conscripted to the south for border defense, separating him from me, living in different places. This indicates a situation of family poverty and people scattered, which is ominous: lack of wealth, relatives separated, it is advisable to keep one's proper role and wait for the right time.

蠱：東市齊魯，南賈荊楚。羽毛齒革，為吾利寶。

Going east to the area of Qi and Lu to trade, and going south to the region of Jing and Chu to do business; transporting items such as feathers, ivory, and leather, all became my sources of profit. "Feathers and ivory" are the tribute goods mentioned in the "Book of Documents: Yu Gong" regarding the regions of Jing and Yang. This indicates a favorable omen for successful long-distance trade, leading to great profit, which is a major auspicious sign.

臨：節情省欲，賦斂有度。家給人足，公劉以富。

Practice self-restraint, reduce desires, and impose taxes within limits; thus every household will be prosperous and every person will be warm and well-fed, just like Gong Liu who moved the people to Bin and made the Zhou people wealthy. The story of Gong Liu is recorded in the "Shijing · Daying · Gong Liu." This represents the image of frugality and loving the people, leading to prosperity for both family and state, which is a great auspicious omen.

觀：恭寬信敏，功加四海。闢去不祥，喜來從母。

Reverence, generosity, sincerity, diligence, and benevolence; the effectiveness of virtue extends throughout the four seas. Unfavorable omens are completely dispelled, and joy accompanies the maternal family. "Reverence, generosity, sincerity, diligence, and benevolence" are the five aspects of ren (benevolence) mentioned in the "Analects of Confucius," Chapter Yanghuo. These represent an auspicious image for self-cultivation and attaining blessings, indicating great good fortune: when virtue is established, auspiciousness follows.

噬嗑：張狂妄行，與惡相逢。不得所欲，生我獨凶。

He who acts recklessly and engages in improper behavior meets only wicked people along the way; he fails to obtain anything he desires and instead invites calamity upon himself. This indicates a sign of inviting misfortune through reckless actions, which is extremely ominous. It is advisable to restrain one's mind, behave properly, and refrain from overstepping one's bounds.

賁：畫龍頭頸，文章不成。甘言美語，詭辭無名。

A dragon is drawn only with its head and neck, and its entire body and patterns remain unfinished; the words spoken are all sweet talk and deceit, with no real name attached. This signifies an affair that begins but does not end, something showy yet empty. It is ominous: clever words are not reliable, and success depends on genuine effort.

剝：騎龍乘鳳，上見神公。彭祖受制，王高贊通。巫咸就位，拜壽無窮。

Riding on a divine dragon and mounting a colorful phoenix, they ascend straight to the heavens to pay homage to the heavenly sovereign. The long-lived Peng Zu listens nearby, while Prince Qiao and the high sage Chisheng serve as attendants and guides. The shaman Wu Xian takes his place as the chief priest, and all kneel in worship, offering endless blessings for eternal longevity. Peng Zu and Wu Xian were both ancient sages and divine shamans mentioned in the "Zhuangzi" and "Shi Ben." This signifies receiving divine protection and enduring blessings, which is a great auspicious omen.

復：溫仁君子，忠孝所在。八國為鄰，禍災不起。

A kind and benevolent gentleman, fully devoted to loyalty and filial piety, has neighbors from all directions willing to be close and friendly. Thus, calamities and troubles naturally do not arise. This signifies a favorable omen of harmonious relations through virtue, indicating great good fortune: cultivating personal virtue and moral character will naturally eliminate external troubles.

旡妄：威權分離，烏夜徘徊。群蔽月光，大人誅傷。

The authority and power are dispersed and fall into the hands of others; crows circle around at night and do not depart. A crowd of crows block the clear light of the moon, and thus the high-ranking person is harmed and executed. Crows calling at night were considered an ill omen in ancient times. This portends the loss of authority, with a crowd of villains obscuring the ruler, indicating a great misfortune. Those in high positions should especially beware and protect themselves.

大畜：學靈三年，聖且神明。先知吉祥，言喜福慶。神鳥來見，告我無窮。

After three years of studying the ways of the divine, I have attained a state of sage-like wisdom and communion with the spirits. I can foresee auspicious signs and speak only words of joy and blessings. A divine bird appeared to me, foretelling boundless blessings. This indicates one who has achieved profound spiritual cultivation and attracted auspicious omens, which is a great blessing.

頤：東山辭家，處婦思夫。伊威盈室，長股羸戶。嘆我君子，役日未已。

A husband has been sent far away to the East Mountain to serve in the military and has bid farewell to his family. His wife, left alone at home, thinks of him day and night. The room is infested with earwigs and the door is covered with webs from long-legged spiders. This fully captures the scene from the "Poetry · Bin Feng · East Mountain" of a conscripted soldier longing to return home and his family's home falling into disrepair. Lamenting my husband, his service has no end. This indicates a situation of prolonged service and separation, which is ominous: those who are far away have uncertain return dates, and at home one should be patient and endure.

大過：張頷開口，舌直絕齒。然諾不行，政亂無緒。

He who opens his jaw wide and speaks loudly, with a stiff tongue and unable to close his teeth, is one who cannot fulfill his promises. As a result, affairs become chaotic and disordered. This indicates a situation of broken trust and disorder in governance, which is ominous. One should not make promises lightly, for if they are made, they must be fulfilled.

坎：吹角高邦，有失牛羊。眾民驚惶，敬慎避咎。敕行不殃。

A horn is blown from a high city, and many cattle and sheep have gone missing, causing panic among the people. At this time, if one remains respectful and cautious, avoiding danger and regulating one's conduct, calamity will not be incurred. This indicates a situation of alarm that can be avoided: although unexpected events may arise, remaining cautious and self-controlled will prevent disaster.

離：南行出城，世德福祉。三姬嫁齊，賴其所欲。

Going south out of the city and traveling, one gains blessings through accumulated virtue over generations; three women of the Ji clan married into the state of Qi, each fulfilling their wishes through this marriage. The Ji clan of Zhou and the Jiang clan of Qi have been intermarrying across generations, hence this is a favorable omen. It signifies auspiciousness for both travel and marriage, indicating great good fortune.

咸：心狂志悖，耳聽從類。政令無常，下民多孽。

The mind is chaotic and the will perverse, listening only to those of the same faction; thus, the government issues orders that change from morning to night with no consistency, and the people suffer continuous misfortunes. This indicates a situation where the superior is misled and the inferior is trapped, which is ominous: listening only to one's own faction will surely lead to disorder, and it is advisable to widely accept differing opinions.

恆：安上宜官，一日九遷。踰群越等，牧養常山。

This situation can bring comfort to the sovereign, is most suitable for holding an official post, and allows for nine consecutive promotions within a single day. It surpasses peers and exceeds ranks, being assigned to govern the area of Changshan and care for the people. This indicates a sudden rise in official status and swift promotion, which is highly auspicious. Seeking an official position or inquiring about one's career will be favorable in all directions.

遯：東鄰嫁女，為王妃后。莊公築館，以事主母。歸於京師，季姜悅喜。

To the east, a neighboring state sent their daughter to marry the Son of Heaven, becoming a queen consort. Duke Ji of Ji built a residence for her and respectfully served her as the main wife. The woman married into the capital, and Ji Jiang was very happy. This refers to the event recorded in the "Book of Songs, Great Odes, Han Yi" and the "Spring and Autumn Annals" regarding Ji Jiang's marriage to the capital. It signifies an omen of attaching to a noble family and a marriage to a high-ranking husband, which is highly auspicious.

大壯：六甲無子，以喪其戊。五丁不親，庚失曾孫。癸走出門。

On the days of the Heavenly Stems Jia and Wu, the absence of offspring leads to the loss of the foundation of Wu Earth; the spirit of the Five Dings refuses to draw near, and the position of Geng is deprived of the great-grandson. By the day of Gui, even people leave the door. This associates the calendar of Heavenly Stems and Earthly Branches with the decline of human affairs. It indicates a sign of severed offspring and dispersion of the family, which is extremely ominous. It is unfavorable for seeking offspring or seeking help from others.

晉：陰霧不清，濁政亂民。孟春季夏，水壞我居。

Dark clouds and thick fog persist for a long time, corrupt government orders disturb the people; from early spring until late summer, great floods damage my dwelling. This indicates a sign of political darkness and calamity, a major misfortune: if the ruler loses the right path, then the natural order also reverses, so it is advisable to guard against flood dangers and consider relocation.