Lü · 履

Judgment (卦辞)

Treading upon the tail of the tiger. It does not bite the man. Success. One walks carefully upon a dangerous path; by conducting oneself with propriety and respect, even the most perilous situations can be navigated without harm.

履：履虎尾，不咥人，亨。

Image (象辞)

Heaven above, the lake below — the image of Treading. The superior man discriminates between high and low, and thus stabilizes the people's thinking. Heaven and the lake stand in proper relation; there is a natural order that must be respected.

上天下泽，履；君子以辩上下，定民志。

Modern Application

Lü teaches navigating dangerous situations through careful conduct and respect for boundaries — vital for risk management, diplomatic engagement, and professional etiquette.

履教导通过谨慎行事和尊重边界来驾驭危险局面——对风险管理、外交接触和职业礼仪至关重要。