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29. The Abysmal

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Judgment

Danger repeated, like water flowing through a deep gorge — but water also always finds its way through. The hexagram teaches how to move safely through genuine risk.

The Image

Water flows on uninterrupted: the image of danger met with steady, unwavering sincerity.

Guidance

You're moving through a genuinely difficult passage. Stay honest and consistent rather than looking for shortcuts — like water, steady persistence is what carries you through danger.

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