29. The Abysmal (K'an)

Water doubled. Suggests facing danger with proper preparation and caution.

Line 1: Repetition of the Abysmal. In the abyss one falls into a pit. Misfortune.
Line 2: The abyss is dangerous. One should strive to attain small things only.
Line 3: Forward and backward, abyss on abyss. In danger like this, pause first and wait, otherwise you will fall into a pit in the abyss. Do not act this way.
Line 4: A jug of wine, a bowl of rice with it, earthen vessels simply handed in through the window. There is certainly no blame in this.
Line 5: The abyss is not filled to overflowing, it is filled only to the rim. No blame.
Line 6: Bound with cords and ropes, shut in between thorn-hedged prison walls: for three years one does not find the way. Misfortune.