LVIII. (Two symbols representing) the waters of a marsh, one over the other, form Tui. The superior man, in accordance with this, (encourages) the conversation of friends and (the stimulus of) their (common) practice.

1 'The good fortune attached to the pleasure of (inward) harmony' arises from there being nothing in the conduct (of the subject of the line) to awaken doubt.

2 'The good fortune attached to the pleasure arising from (inward sincerity)' is due to the confidence felt in the object (of the subject of the line).

3 'The evil predicated of one's bringing around himself whatever can give pleasure' is shown by the inappropriateness of the place (of the line).

4 'The joy in connexion with (the subject of) the fourth line, undivided,' is due to the happiness (which he will produce).

5 'He trusts in one who would injure him:' his place is that which is correct and appropriate.

6 'The topmost line, divided, shows the pleasure (of its subject) in leading and attracting others:' his (virtue) is not yet brilliant.