55. Abundance (Feng)

Thunder over fire. Represents a time of abundance and prosperity.

Line 1: When a man meets his destined ruler, they can be together ten days, and it is not a mistake. Going meets with recognition.
Line 2: The curtain is so thick that the polestars can be seen at noon. By going one meets with mistrust and hate. If one rouses him through truth, good fortune comes.
Line 3: The underbrush is so thick that the small stars can be seen at noon. He breaks his right arm. No blame.
Line 4: The curtain is so thick that the polestars can be seen at noon. He meets his ruler, who is of like kind. Good fortune.
Line 5: Lines are coming, blessing and fame draw near. Good fortune.
Line 6: His house is in a state of abundance. He screens off his family. He peers through the gate and no longer sees anyone. For three years he sees nothing. Misfortune.