Zhen's Forest (the 64th hexagram Zhen)

井　靈龜陸處，一旦失所。伊子復耕，桀亂無輔。

The spiritual turtle leaves the water and is on land, once losing its support; Yi Yin returns to the fields again, while Xia Jie is confused and lacks a helper. This indicates the ruler is a virtuous person who has left his position, the superior has no good advisors, and the government is in chaos, which is ominous.

革　仁德覆洽，恩及異域。澤及殊方，禍災隱伏。蠶不作室，寒無所得。

Kindness and virtue widely spread, blessings and favors reaching distant lands, thus calamities remain hidden and do not manifest. However, the silkworm does not spin its cocoon or build its dwelling, so when winter comes, there is no clothing to be had. This person's virtue is extensive, yet his fundamental duties are neglected; harmony exists externally but lacks internally, so there is a deficiency within the auspicious.

鼎　夏麥□，霜擊其芒。疾君敗國，使年夭傷。

In the summer, the wheat is heading, yet it is damaged by frost, harming the awns; this is like a wicked person harming the ruler and ruining the country, causing the harvest to be ruined. This indicates an abnormal season, the virtuous being harmed, and both the harvest and state affairs suffering, which is ominous. The original text has missing characters, which are represented by □.

震　火雖熾，在吾後。寇雖多，在吾右。身安吉，不危殆。（震之歸妹，大有之需）

The fire is fierce, but it burns behind me; the bandits are numerous, but they move to my right. The calamity passes by me, and the person remains safe and auspicious without danger. This forest indicates dangerous situations surrounding but not affecting oneself, there is alarm but no real danger, which is auspicious. The note at the end shows that this passage is similar to the text of the hexagram "Zhen" (Thunder) in "Guimei" (Return of the Wife) and "Dayou" (Great Possession) in "Xu" (Need).

艮　遼遠絕路，客宿多悔。頑嚚相聚，生我畏惡。（明夷之小畜）

The journey is long and the path is cut off, with the traveler lodging in various places and feeling regret everywhere; such people as mentioned in the Book of Documents, the Yao Dian, who are father stubborn and mother deceitful, gathering together, make me feel fear and aversion. This indicates that the owner of this forest is traveling far, losing his way, encountering untrustworthy people, and feeling uneasy in a foreign place, which is ominous. The final note shows that this forest is the same as the text of the Mingyi hexagram, the Xiaoxu.

漸　懸懸南海，去家萬里。飛兔褭駿，一日見母，除我憂悔。

My heart hung in anxious anticipation, far away in the southern sea, separated from home by ten thousand miles; fortunately, there were swift horses like Fei Tu and Yao Niao, allowing me to see my mother within a single day and thus remove my worries and regrets. This person, the owner of the forest, is far away but able to return quickly, reuniting with his mother, which is auspicious.

豐　因而後通，難厄不窮。終得其願，姬姜相從。

Following the trend leads to smooth progress, difficulties and hardships do not lead to a dead end; ultimately, the wish is fulfilled, with the marriage of noble families such as Ji and Jiang, accompanying each other. This indicates that the forest owner overcomes difficulties and achieves success, with a happy marriage, starting with hardship and ending in good fortune.

旅　西賈巴蜀，寒雪已沒。欲前不得，還反空室。

Going west to do business in Bashu, the road has been covered by heavy snow; wanting to move forward is impossible, so one can only return home empty-handed. This indicates that the owner of the forest is causing delays due to the season, merchants are trapped, and their round trip is in vain.

巽　作新初陵，爛焰難登。三駒推車，躓損傷頤。

A newly constructed tomb has just begun construction, the mountain is steep and fierce like a flame, difficult to climb. Three small horses are pulling the cart upward, stumble and fall, injuring their chins. This forest has weak strength but heavy responsibilities, struggling to climb high, resulting in a凶 injury.

兌　延頸望酒，不入我口。深目自苦，利得無有。幽人悅喜。

He stretches his neck, longing for wine but unable to take a single sip; he pines in vain, eventually gaining nothing. Those who live quietly and calmly, however, find their own joy. This forest's master desires but cannot obtain; only those who are content find true happiness.

渙　仲春孟夏，和氣所舍。生我喜福，國無殘賊。

In the middle of spring and the beginning of summer, it is the time when harmonious energy resides; auspiciousness and blessings arise, and there are no harmful or rebellious people in the country. This indicates that the state has harmonious conditions, internal peace, and is auspicious.

節　張網捕鳩，兔離其災。雌雄俱得，為罝所賊。

The hunter set a net to catch the sparrow-hawk, but the rabbit escaped the trap. In the end, both male and female sparrow-hawks were caught in the net and perished. The owner of the forest planned with some success but also made a mistake; the object of his pursuit ultimately could not escape. For the hunter, it is favorable; for the hunted, it is unfavorable.

中孚　三人俱行，一人言北。伯仲欲南，少叔不得。中欲分道，爭鬥相賊。

Three people are traveling together, but one wants to go north, while the older two wish to go south, and the youngest refuses to comply. Halfway through the journey, they want to separate, and a dispute arises, leading to mutual harm. This indicates that the leader has companions with differing intentions, internal conflict arises, and the plan to act together fails, resulting in misfortune.

小過　然諾不行，欺紿誤人。使我露宿，夜歸溫室。神怒不直，鬼擊其目。欲求福利，適反自賊。（恆之觀）

He made promises but did not keep them, deceiving others and causing me to sleep in the wild while he himself warmed himself in a comfortable house. The gods are angry at this dishonesty, and the ghosts blinded his eyes. He intended to seek blessings but ended up harming himself. This man is untrustworthy and deceitful, and he will ultimately suffer the consequences, which is ominous. The note indicates that this passage is the same as the text in the 'Observation' section of the 'Permanence' hexagram.

既濟　陳辭達誠，使安不傾。增祿益壽，以成功名。（明夷之晉）

Expressing words with sincerity and making the situation stable and not collapsing; thus increasing salary, prolonging life, and achieving accomplishments and reputation. This indicates that the person in the forest moves others with sincerity, has their words accepted, and gains salary, longevity, achievements, and fame, which is very auspicious. The note at the end shows that this forest is the same as the text from the hexagram Mingyi (Darkening of the Light) and Jin (Progression).

未濟　火燒公床，家破滅亡。然得安昌，先憂後喪。

A great fire burns the master's bed, leading to the destruction of the family's fortune and eventual ruin; although there was once a period of stability and prosperity, ultimately it is first plagued by worries and then by loss. This indicates a fire calamity that destroys the family, starting with prosperity but ending in decline, which is ominous.

豐　清懦行賈，徑陟山阻。與狄為市，不憂危殆。利得十倍。

A person with a gentle and harmonious nature went out to trade, directly crossing dangerous mountain paths to do business with the Di people. Because he was kind and even-tempered, he did not need to worry about danger and gained ten times the profit. This indicates that the person is gentle yet capable of gaining profit, faces danger without harm, and is very auspicious for business.

乾　鼎足承德，嘉謀生福。為王開庭，得心所欲。（晉之大壯）

Like three legs of a tripod standing firmly, it supports virtue and achievements; good planning brings good fortune. It establishes the court for the sovereign, with everything going smoothly and as desired. This forest indicates capable ministers and successful planning, fulfilling one's position and aspirations, resulting in great auspiciousness. The concluding note shows that this forest is the same as the text of the "Jin" hexagram's "Dazhuang."

坤　曳綸江海，釣魴與鯉。王孫列俎，以饗仲友。

Heavenly Stems: Jia, Yi, Bing, Ding, Wu, Ji, Geng, Xin, Ren, Gui Earthly Branches: Zi, Chou, Yin, Mao, Chen, Si, Wu, Wei, Shen, You, Xu, Hai Trigrams: Qian (Heaven), Dui (Lake), Li (Fire), Zhen (Thunder), Xun (Wind), Kan (Water), Gen (Mountain), Kun (Earth) On the river and sea, he draws a thread to fish, catching鲂fish and鲤fish; the nobleman arranges the fish on the sacrificial table to entertain his friends. This indicates the host has abundant gains, and host and guest are joyful, which is auspicious.

屯　東山皋落，叛逆不服。興師征討，恭子敗覆。

The eastern mountain's Gao Luo clan rebelled and refused to submit, so Duke Jin Xian Gong ordered his son, Prince Shen Sheng, to lead an army to attack them. Although Shen Sheng tried to comply, he eventually fell victim to slander and perished, posthumously honored as the Gentle Duke. This person is entrusted with the mission to suppress rebellion but is suspected from within, his merits go unrecognized, and thus faces misfortune.

蒙　千里騂駒，為王服車。嘉其驪榮，君子有成。

A red horse capable of traveling a thousand miles daily was chosen to pull the king's carriage; all praised its glorious color, and thus the gentleman's endeavors achieved success. This indicates that the master of the forest, possessing fine materials, is recognized and honored, resulting in success and auspiciousness.

需　三龍北行，道逢六狼。莫宿中澤，為禍所傷。

Three dragons are traveling north and meet six wolves on the way; do not stay overnight in the swamp along the way, or you will be harmed by misfortune. This forest indicates that the journey is dangerous and that staying or stopping may bring calamity. It is advisable to pass quickly and not to linger.

訟　天災所遊，凶不可居。轉徙獲福，留止危憂。

When heavenly calamities spread, the area becomes extremely dangerous and uninhabitable. Moving away brings good fortune, while staying in place leads to danger and worries. This forest is suitable for movement rather than stillness; migrating to avoid disaster is auspicious.

師　狐狸雉兔，畏人□去。分走竄匿，不知所處。（益之解，睽之大有）

Foxes, wild chickens, and rabbits are afraid of people; upon seeing humans, they run away in all directions, hiding and disappearing, unknown where they have gone. The object sought by the owner of this forest has scattered, its trail is difficult to find, and endeavors to achieve something will yield no results. The original text has missing characters, indicated by □; the end note shows that this forest is similar to the text of the "Benefit" hexagram's "Resolution" and the "Strife" hexagram's "Great Possession."

比　雨師娶婦，黃岩季子。成禮既婚，相呼南上。膏潤下土，年歲大有。（損之益，井之坤，恆之晉，本卦之大過）

The Rain God married a bride from the family of Huangyan Jizi; after the wedding ceremony, they called out together and went southward. A torrential rain nourished the land, resulting in a bountiful harvest for the year. This forest signifies the union of yin and yang, sufficient rainfall, and a good harvest. It is also auspicious for marriage and agricultural affairs. The note at the end indicates that this forest is similar to the text of the hexagram "Loss" paired with "Benefit," "Well" paired with "Earth," "Permanence" paired with "Progress," and the primary hexagram "Great Excess" in the text.

小畜　外棲野鼠，與雉為伍。瘡痍不息，即去其室。

He resides outside, living among wild rats and keeping company with pheasants; his wounds fail to heal, and he is forced to leave his dwelling. This indicates that the forest's master has lost his support, his illness persists, and he is compelled to relocate, which is ominous.

履　天命絕後，孤傷無主。彷徨兩社，獨不得酒。

Heaven's mandate has severed the lineage, leaving the master of the forest alone and sorrowful with no one to take charge; wandering between two ancestral shrines, yet unable to obtain even a single cup of sacrificial wine. This indicates that the main family's ancestral worship has no continuation and no share in the rites, a calamity of solitude.

泰　鵠思其雄，欲隨鳳東。順理羽翼，出次日中。傾流北邑，反覆其室。（明夷之益，需之離，益之觀）

A female goose misses its male companion, wanting to follow the phoenix to fly east; it arranges its wings properly and departs at noon; it travels smoothly to the northern town, and finally returns to its nest. This forest symbolizes thinking of a mate and traveling far, going away and returning, though laborious, eventually returning to its original place, which is peaceful and auspicious. The note at the end indicates that this forest is similar to the text of 'Benefit' in 'Brightening of the Sun' (Mingyi), 'Fire' in 'Need' (Xu), and 'Observation' in 'Benefit' (Yi).

否　蜲蛇九子，長尾不殆。均明光澤，燕自受福。

A long snake winding along gives birth to nine offspring, its tail long but not causing danger or instability; similarly, the bright and lustrous appearance brings blessings to the Yan region. This grove signifies many children, each properly cared for, the whole family receiving blessings, which is auspicious.

同人　日走月步，趨不同舍。夫妻反目，君主失國。（小畜之同人，謙之睽）

The sun and the moon each move along their own paths, not in the same star positions. As stated in the "Zhou Changes" (I Ching), "spouses turn against each other," leading to family discord and the loss of the state by the ruler. This situation indicates that the family is in a state of mutual unawareness, with upper and lower levels separated, causing harm to both the family and the state, which is ominous. The note at the end indicates that this section is similar to the "Xiao Xu" section of the "Zhou Changes," corresponding to the "Tong Ren" and "Qian" sections of "Kui."

大有　定房戶室，括薪除毒。文德淵府，害不能賊。（一作宜房戶室，括卿深毒。）

He has secured his dwelling and its entrance, gathered firewood, and removed harmful influences. His virtue is as deep as a reservoir, so no calamity can touch him. The master of this forest resides in a secure place, upholds moral cultivation, and remains self-restrained. External troubles cannot harm him, which is auspicious. There is an additional variant text appended at the end.

謙　東齊郭廬，嫁於洛都。駿良美好，多好讓主。利得過倍。（臨之益）

The daughter of the Eastern Guo family of Qi married into the capital Luoyang; her dowry included fine horses and carriages, and beautiful attendants who were also virtuous and respectful. She gained more than double the profit from this marriage. This case shows that a prosperous marriage can be achieved through humility and virtue, which brings good fortune. The note at the end indicates that this case is consistent with the text of the "Benefit" section under the "Approaching" hexagram.

豫　病篤難醫，和不能治。命期終訖，下既蒿里。（臨之益）

The illness is severe and beyond treatment, even the famous physician Yi He of the State of Qin is at a loss; the time of death has come, and the person has already descended to the Hāolǐ cemetery. This forest's owner is critically ill, with no response to medicine or stone remedies, a great凶 (misfortune). The final note indicates that this forest is the same as the text of the hexagram 《Lín》 paired with 《Yì》.

隨　開郭聚業，王跡所起。姬德七百，振以八子。

Establishing cities and gathering wealth are the starting points of a royal dynasty's rise; the Zhou royal family of the Ji surname enjoyed a moral influence lasting seven hundred years, and had virtuous ministers like the Eight Worthies of Zhou to support their cause. This forest's founder laid the foundation for a great enterprise, and his descendants flourished, ensuring the enduring prosperity of both family and state, which is a great auspicious omen.

蠱　豐年多儲，河海饒魚。商客善賈，大國富有。

In years of abundance, there are ample stored goods, and the rivers and seas are rich in fish. Merchants are skilled in business, leading to the prosperity of great states. This omen indicates that the forest owner has sufficient reserves, trade is flourishing, and both public and private wealth are abundant, which is auspicious.

臨　鵠求魚食，過彼食邑。繒加我頸，繳掛羽翼。欲飛不能，為羿所得。

A swan flew over a territory in search of fish to eat, but unexpectedly got caught in a silk net around its neck, and the silk used to tie the arrow also wrapped around its wings. It could not fly, and was finally captured by a skilled archer like Houyi. This indicates that the master of the forest is greedy and reckless, falling into a trap, with his movements restricted, which is a great misfortune.

觀　望城抱子，見邑不殆。公孫上堂，文君悅喜。

Looking afar at the city walls, holding a young child, seeing the city indicates no more danger; Gong Sun enters the hall to pay respects, and Wen Jun is delighted in her heart. This forest's master has reached a safe place, with mother and child both secure, host and guest in harmony, it is auspicious.

噬嗑　左指右麾，邪侈靡靡。執節無良，靈君以亡。

On the left, pointing and directing; on the right, wielding and commanding, engaging in perverse and extravagant conduct, leading to decline and decadence. Those who uphold integrity do not hold office, and rulers like Ling Gong ultimately meet their downfall. This is the omen of a superior who is arrogant and indulgent, with ministers below who are deceitful and unprincipled, the state in peril and the country doomed to destruction, which is ominous.

賁　日中為市，各持所有。交易資賄，函珠懷寶。心悅歡喜。（泰之升）

The Zhou Changes, Great Treatise says, "At noon the market opens." At midday the market is set up, and people bring their goods to trade. They exchange goods, carrying treasures in boxes and treasures in their bosoms, their hearts full of joy. This forest indicates smooth transactions, profitable trade, joy and success, which is auspicious. The final note shows that this forest is the same as the text of the hexagram Tai's hexagram Sheng.

剝　山沒丘浮，陸為水魚，燕雀無廬。

Mountains and hills submerge, hills float, and land turns into waters where fish swim. Even swallows and sparrows cannot find places to build their nests. This omen indicates a reversal of heaven and earth, great floods submerging everything, no place to take refuge, a most ominous sign.

復　馬服長股，宜行善市。蒙佑諧偈，獲利五倍。（一作終日在市，詰朝獲利。既享嘉福，得久乃幾。）

The horse has strong and enduring power, making it most suitable for long journeys to trade and buy goods; blessed by divine protection, all affairs proceed smoothly, yielding five times the profit. For this master of the horse, wherever his strength reaches, profit is obtained, trade thrives, and it is auspicious. An additional version of the text is appended at the end.

旡妄　三狸捕鼠，遮遏前後。死於國城，不得脫走。（離之遯）

Three leopard cats working together to catch a mouse, blocking it front and back; the mouse dies in the capital and cannot escape. This indicates that the master of the forest is surrounded by many forces, with no way to retreat, and has no hope of escape, which is ominous. The note at the end shows that this forest is the same as the text of the hexagram "Dun" (Retreat) in the hexagram "Li" (Fire).

大畜　鬼舞國社，歲樂民喜。臣禮於君，子孝於父。

At the community festival, people who impersonate deities dance before the national shrine. If the harvest is bountiful and the people are happy, ministers show proper respect to the sovereign, and sons fulfill filial duties to their fathers. In this case, the master of the forest conducts worship appropriately, with order between superiors and inferiors, and the customs are refined and virtuous, which is auspicious.

頤　慈母望子，遙思不已。久客外野，我心悲苦。

A kind mother longs for her son's return and pines away from a distance; the son, however, remains away in the wild for a long time, not returning, causing people deep sorrow. This indicates that the forest owner is a distant traveler who has not returned, with relatives anxiously waiting and filled with worry and sorrow.

大過　雨師娶婦，黃岩季子。成禮既婚，相呼南上。膏潤下土，年歲大有。（損之益，恆之晉，井之坤，本卦之比）

The Rain God married a woman, who was the daughter of Huangyan Jizi. After the wedding ceremony, they called out to the south and ascended. The timely rain nourished the land, resulting in a bountiful harvest in the following year. This forest signifies the harmonious union of yin and yang, timely rain, and auspiciousness for both marriage and farming. The concluding note indicates that this forest is associated with the same text as the hexagram "Loss" paired with "Benefit," "Permanence" paired with "Progress," "Well" paired with "Earth," and the primary hexagram "Following" (比).

坎　兩狗圍室，相咬爭食。枉矢西流，射我暴國。高宗伐鬼，三年乃服。

Two dogs are circling around the house fighting over food. A malevolent star and a shooting star fly westward, directly aiming at the tyrannical country. The Book of Changes, the I Ching, records that King Gao of Yin waged war against the Ghost People, fighting for three years before they submitted. This indicates that the situation involves internal strife and external warfare, with prolonged military campaigns that eventually lead to victory, starting with danger and ending in stability.

離　早霜晚雪，傷禾害黍。損功棄力，飢無可食。（離之蠱）

Early frost and late snow harm the millet and the foxtail millet; the whole year's effort is wasted, and there is hunger with nothing to eat. This indicates that the forest is affected by bad weather, agricultural work is abandoned, and there is a famine. The note indicates that this forest is similar to the hexagram "Gǔ" (Guilt) in the hexagram "Li" (Fire).

咸　腐臭何在，青蠅集聚。變白為黑，敗亂邦國。君為臣逐，失其寵光。

Where there is rot and stench, flies gather. The poem "Qingying" from the Book of Songs's Xiao Ya uses the green fly as a metaphor for slanderers, who can turn white into black and disrupt the state. The king is driven away by his ministers, losing his honor and favor. This indicates that the court is full of flatterers and deceivers, right and wrong are reversed, the king's position is in danger, which is a great misfortune.

恆　牽羊不前，與心戾旋。聞言不信，誤紿丈人。（一雲言語不富，誤詒丈人。）

Tying a sheep but unable to pull it, things go against one's wishes; hearing sincere advice yet refusing to believe it, leading to deception and delaying the elders. This indicates that the person in charge acts against the will of others, refuses good counsel, and harms both others and oneself, resulting in misfortune. There is an alternative version appended at the end.

遯　甘忍利害，還相剋敵。商子酷刑，鞅喪厥身。

Willing to endure the hardships of gains and losses, he turns against others and engages in mutual control; Shang Jun established harsh laws, and his own methods led to his downfall, ultimately resulting in his death. This man is cruel in his punishment and will eventually suffer the consequences, which is ominous.

大壯　刲羊不當，血少無羹。女執空筐，不得桑根。（隨之艮）

The Zhou Changes (I Ching), in the section titled "Gui Mei," says: "A gentleman cuts a sheep but there is no blood, a woman carries a basket but finds nothing inside." Cutting the sheep but with little blood, the soup cannot be made; the woman carries an empty basket, unable to gather even mulberry roots. This indicates that the person in charge of the forest has both the marriage and the ritual offerings failed, working hard but achieving nothing, which is ominous. The final note indicates that this situation is the same as the text of "Sui" combined with "Gen."

晉　□，貧鬼相責。無有歡怡，一日九結。（震之既濟）

The poor ghost comes one after another to demand and question, there is not a single moment of joy in the house, within a day the mind is knotted nine times. This forest's master is in extreme poverty and distress, with creditors coming to the door, the mind is full of worry and cannot be resolved, it is ominous. The first sentence of the original text is missing, indicated by □; the note shows that this forest's text is the same as the text of the hexagram Zhen (Thunder) in the hexagram Ji Ji (Completion).

明夷　兩足四翼，飛入嘉國。寧我伯姊，子母相得。（賁之同人）

Two feet, four wings, flying into a prosperous country; causing my elder sister to be at peace and mother and son to reunite. This indicates that the master of this forest has traveled far and found a suitable place, with family members reuniting happily, which is auspicious. The note at the end indicates that this forest is similar to the text of 'Tong Ren' in 'Ben'.

家人　文山紫芝，雍梁朱草。生長和氣，王以為寶。公尸侑食，福祿來處。

In the area of Wenshan, purple ginseng grows, and in the states of Yongzhou and Liangzhou, red grass grows. These are auspicious signs caused by harmonious energies, regarded by the king as national treasures. The poem "Fu Yi" from the "Great Ya" section of the "Book of Songs" describes the public official receiving encouragement and partaking in food, with blessings and good fortune following. This forest presents auspicious signs, and through proper sacrifices and offerings, the family receives blessings and joy, indicating great good fortune.

睽　絕世游魂，福祿不存。精神渙散，離其躬身。

The descendants are cut off, the soul wanders without a home, and blessings and honors vanish; the spirit is scattered and has left the body. This indicates the family line has been broken, vital energy is dispersed, and it is a great misfortune.

蹇　北辰紫宮，衣冠立中。含弘建德，常受大福。

The Purple Micro Palace, where the North Star resides, has upright and properly dressed people standing in the center. Those with broad minds and established virtue often receive great blessings. This forest represents someone who stands in the center, upholding righteousness, with virtue matching their position, enjoying long-term blessings and great good fortune.

解　伯蹇叔盲，莫為守株。失我衣裘，代爾陰鄉。（鼎之離）

The eldest brother is lame, the second brother is blind, and no one can help me guard this estate. Having lost all my clothes and fur, I can only move to a secluded village. The owner of this forest has no one to entrust, has lost his property, and his situation has turned worse, which is ominous. The note at the end indicates that this forest is associated with the hexagram 'Ding' and the text of 'Li'.

損　兩女共室，心不聊食。亂髮如蓬，憂常在中。（艮之剝）

Two women live in the same room but their aspirations do not align, feeling so depressed that they cannot even eat. Their hair is disheveled like weeds, and sorrow constantly resides in their hearts. This indicates that the household is in discord, the inner harmony is lost, and there is a deep sense of frustration and difficulty to resolve, which is ominous. The final note indicates that this interpretation is the same as that of the "Gèn" hexagram transforming into the "Bō" hexagram.

益　去辛就蓼，毒愈酷甚。避□遇坑，憂患日生。

Leaving the spicy and encountering bitter gall, the poison becomes even worse; avoiding one danger yet falling into a pit, worries grow day by day. This forest indicates improper avoidance and evasion, leading to greater suffering, hence ominous. The original text has missing characters, indicated by □.

夬　初病終凶，季為死喪，不見光明。

At first it was just an illness, but eventually it turned into a serious calamity; the youngest son died young and could no longer see the light. This omen indicates prolonged illness leading to danger, a family loss, and great misfortune.