Heaven moves with vigor; the noble person therefore strengthens himself without cease.
The nature of Earth is receptiveness; the noble person therefore supports all things with generous virtue.
Thunder repeated: Zhen. The noble person therefore is fearful and watchful, and examines and cultivates himself.
Wind following wind: Xun. The noble person therefore reiterates his commands and carries affairs into practice.
Water flowing on without pause: repeated Kan. The noble person therefore holds constantly to virtue in conduct, and practices the work of instruction.
Brightness arising twice: Li. The great person therefore continues that brightness and sheds light on all four quarters.
Mountains standing one upon another: Gen. The noble person therefore does not let his thoughts go beyond his proper place.
Lakes adjoining each other: Dui. The noble person therefore discusses and practices with friends.