Possession in Great Measure, The Great Possession
Possession in great measure combines strength and clarity. Power must express itself in a graceful, controlled way through unselfish modesty.
Sun in heaven sheds light over all. Man must curb the evil and promote the good to fulfill heaven's benevolent will.
Changing Lines🔗
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Early, unchallenged wealth brings no blame, but you must remain fully conscious of difficulties to keep free of arrogance.
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A big wagon for loading. Mobilize able, useful helpers to bear heavy responsibility and carry out large public undertakings.
Line 3🔗
A magnanimous man places his possessions at the disposal of the public good; a petty man keeps them and is harmed.
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Placed among rich neighbors, look neither right nor left; shunning envy and the temptation to vie with others avoids error.
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Ruling line. People are won by Affected sincerity, but benevolence must be kept in check by aristocratic dignity to prevent insolence.
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Blessed by heaven. Remaining modest at the height of power ensures cosmic and human help; nothing that does not further.