初
初九。素履、往无咎。
Plain footsteps—going brings no blame. Simple conduct is safe.
䷉
Hexagram 10
Treading (Conduct) (天沢履)
Ten-taku-ri / Lǚ
Walking on thin ice or a tiger’s tail—success depends on correct attitude and careful steps.
Judgment
履虎尾，不咥人，亨。
Treading on a tiger’s tail; it does not bite. Success.
Proper conduct and respect allow you to pass through risky situations unharmed.
Line-by-Line (Yao)
Interpretations if the line changes.
二
六二。履道坦坦、幽人貞吉。
Treading a level path; the recluse stays correct and finds good fortune. Quiet correctness.
三
九三。眇能視、跛能履。履虎尾、咥人、凶。武人為于大君。
Half-blind yet seeing, lame yet walking. Treading the tiger’s tail, it bites—misfortune. A warrior serves a great lord—dangerous duty.
四
九四。履虎尾、愬愬、終吉。
Treading the tiger’s tail, fearful—ends good. Cautious respect averts harm.
五
九五。夬履、貞厲。
Resolute tread—upright but perilous. Bold steps need care.
上
上九。視履考祥、其旋元吉。
Watching the treading, examining the omens—the turning returns great fortune. Reflect and adjust course.
Practical Reading
Love & Marriage
Be courteous and mindful; avoid provocative moves.
Work & Career
Handle hierarchies carefully; respect processes to avoid backlash.
Health
Watch your footing—prevent accidents and overstrain.
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