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• The earth above the lake: The image of Approach. Thus the superior man is inexhaustible In his will to teach, And without limits In his tolerance and protection of the people.
• At the foot of the mountain, the lake: The image of Decrease.
  Thus the superior man controls his anger And restrains his instincts....
• Water over wood: the image of The Well. Thus the superior man encourages the people at their work, And exhorts them to help one another.
• There is no water in the lake: The image of Exhaustion.
  Thus the superior man stakes his life On following his will....
• Above fire; below, the lake: The image of Opposition.
  Thus amid all fellowship The superior man retains his individuality....
• Over the earth, the lake: The image of Gathering Together.
  Thus the superior man renews his weapons In order to meet the unforeseen....
• Water on the mountain: The image of Obstruction. Thus the superior man turns his attention to himself And molds his character.
• The wind blows low on the mountain: The image of Decay.
  Thus the superior man stirs up the people And strengthens their spirit....
• At the foot of the mountain, thunder: The image of Providing Nourishment.
  Thus the superior man is careful of his words And temperate in eating and drinking....