51. The Arousing (Shock) / Zhen
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Success. When the shock comes, there is fear and trembling, but later come laughing words and cries of joy. The shock terrifies for a hundred miles, yet he does not let fall the sacrificial spoon and chalice.
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Line 6: The shock brings ruin and terrified gazing. To advance brings misfortune. If the shock has not yet reached one's own person but has reached one's neighbor, there is no blame. Even if companions have much to say in criticism.
Line 5: The shock goes to and fro; there is danger. Yet one loses nothing, provided there is work to be done.
Line 4: The shock sinks into the mud.
Line 3: The shock leaves one distraught. If the shock spurs one to action, one remains free of misfortune.
Line 2: The shock comes bringing danger. One loses treasures by the hundreds of thousands and must climb the nine hills. Do not pursue them; after seven days they will be recovered.
Line 1: The shock comes with fear and trembling, but afterward there are laughing words and cries of joy. Good fortune.