27. I ; The Corners of the Mouth Above; Ken Keeping Still mountain Below; Chen the Arousing thunder |
21st Century | Comparisons |
| Signifying an essence which can be found in the repose
of the corners of the mouth. The mouth signifies appetite.
Nourishment is what appetite is about. To consume beyond the requirements
of nourishment is greed.
What good does it do to want something others have? What good is it to compare yourself to others. Too much reliance on credit will eventually break the bank, yet credit underpins assisted growth. Sometimes it takes credit from you to make an enterprise happen and that underwriting of ideas makes it possible for growth for all to occur. Addiction and nourishment is divided by a very thin line. Sensual gratification is of itself non productive, however when gratifying the senses of another very productive. If nourishment is dispensed the dividend is life and growth. If it is hoarded there is no dividend. The capital is consumed. Self reliance furthers.
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Below are the comparative interpretations of a) Legge, b) Willhelm, c) Riefler, d) Crowley
a) (seems to be thus addressed) "You leave you efficacious tortoise and look at me till your lower jaw hangs down." There will be evil.
b) You let your magic tortoise go, And look at me with the corners of your mouth drooping. Misfortune.
c) "You ignore the example of the tortoise and look at me with a long face." Ominous.
d) Suffice thyself; else how thy jaw shall quiver!
a) one looking downwards for nourishment, which is contrary to what is proper; or seeking it from the height (above), advance towards which will lead to evil.
b) Turning to the summit for nourishment, Deviating from the path To seek nourishment from the hill. Continuing to do this brings misfortune.
c) The man seeking nourishment from below; unworthy. If the man seeks nourishment from above he will be involved in trouble.
d) Look neither down nor up, the sages say.
a) one acting contrary to the method of nourishing. However firm he may be, there will be evil. For ten years let him not take any action, (for) it will not be in any way advantageous
b) Turning away from nourishment. Perseverance brings misfortune. Do not act thus for ten years. Nothing serves to further.
c) The man's actions inhibit proper nourishment. Ominous even if you keep to your course. Do not take any action for ten years.
d) Malnourished, action merely means affray.
a) one looking downwards for (the power to) nourish. There will be good fortune. Looking with a tiger's downward unwavering glare, and with his desire that impels him to spring, he will fall into no error.
b) Turning to the summit For provision of nourishment Brings good fortune. Spying about with sharp eyes Like a tiger with insatiable craving. No blame.
c) The man seeks to provide for those below. Like a tiger glaring down from a tree he is ready to spring. Auspicious. No mistakes.
d) But lo! below thee bleats the tiger's prey.
a) one contrary to what is regular and proper; but if he abide in firmness, there will be good fortune. He should not, (however, try to) cross the great stream.
b) Turning away from the path. To remain persevering brings good fortune. One should not cross the great water.
c) The man acts unconventionally. Auspicious if you keep to your course. Do not cross the great water.
d) Improper method? Firm and cautious stay!
a) him from whom comes the nourishing. His position is perilous, but there will be good fortune. It will be advantageous to cross the great stream.
b) The source of nourishment. Awareness of danger brings good fortune. It furthers one to cross the great water.
c) The man is the source of nourishment. Auspicious but perilous. You may cross the great water.
d) But thou, who nurtures all, mayst cross the river.