Limitation

Limitation. Success. Galling limitation must not be persevered in.

Water over lake — the lake contained by its banks, water given form by its vessel. The superior person creates number and measure, examining the nature of virtue and correct conduct. Limitation brings success, but galling limitation must not be persevered in. Limits give shape to freedom.

Hexagram 60, Limitation, depicts 亨。苦節不可貞。. The judgment states: Limitation. Success. Galling limitation must not be persevered in. This hexagram belongs to the Completion group and addresses a specific configuration of forces. The I Ching describes the present moment with precision so the next natural movement becomes visible. Understanding this particular pattern of change is the first step toward responding with wisdom rather than reaction. The I Ching describes the present moment with such precision that the next natural movement becomes visible. Understanding the pattern you are in is the first step toward wise action.