Hexagram 9 · Line 4
Small Taming — 四九
Xiao Chu · Si Jiu
四九 · Si Jiu
The Line
If you are truthful, blood vanishes and anxiety gives way. No blame.
Interpretation
In a heavy, responsible position one must tame the powerful one at whose side one stands in a guiding capacity, so that what is right is done. Herein lies a great danger that might even lead one to fear bloodshed. But the power of selfless truth is greater than all these hindrances. It makes such an impression that one brings one's efforts to a successful conclusion, and all danger of bloodshed and all anxiety vanish.