I Ching Quotes (62 Quotes)

Great undertakings cannot succeed during periods of division and mutual alienation. The superior man recognizes the circumstances, does not become impatient, and sets about Achieving gradual improvements in small matters.

Bit by bit the man achieves success. This should be valued but not pushed too far. When the moon is full, waning is inevitable. Quiescence is in order.

The man does not expose himself needlessly to rebuff By pushing forward when the time is not propitious. He retreats with kindred souls.

Action must be taken at the first signs of disruption or decay, otherwise disaster will follow as ice-bound water follows brief autumn frosts.

The Laws of Nature are such that things at their peak must decline and those at their lowest point must rise up, just as the sun and moon follow one another ceaselessly through the skies. Man also follows these laws.

In adversity It furthers one to be persevering.

The responses of human beings vary greatly under dangerous circumstances. The strong man advances boldly to meet them head on. The weak man grows agitated. But the superior man stands up to fate, endures resolutely in his inner certainty If ignorant both

When clouds form in the skies we know that rain will follow but we must not wait for it. Nothing will be achieved by Attempting to interfere with the future before the time is ripe. Patience is needed.

The way of heaven is to diminish the prosperous and Augment the needy. The superior man gains without boasting.

A person must learn to be adaptable and serve others in order to rule. Willing followers are not acquired by force or cunning but through consistency in doing what is human and proper.

A close bond is possible only between two persons. A group of three engenders jealousy.

Man becomes the master of difficult situations by refusing the assistance of weak men. He relies on his own strength of character.