The Wanderer

Overall meaning

Judgment text (Thoán từ)

Line texts (6 lines)

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   First Six: If the wanderer busies himself with trivial things, he draws down misfortune upon himself. Demeaning himself or being treated badly — misfortune.
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   Second Six: The wanderer comes to an inn — has his property with him — wins the steadfastness of a young servant. Temporary stability in a strange land with property and faithful help — good fortune.
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   Third Nine: The wanderer's inn burns down — he loses the steadfastness of his young servant — danger. Loses shelter and helper in a strange place — danger.
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   Fourth Nine: The wanderer rests in a shelter — he obtains his property and an axe — my heart is not glad. Temporary safety and means — but heart restless because far from home.
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   Fifth Six: He shoots a pheasant — it drops with the first arrow — in the end this brings both praise and office. Right action in a strange place is recognized — good name.
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   Top Nine: The bird's nest burns up — the wanderer laughs at first, then must needs lament and weep — through carelessness he loses his cow — misfortune. Arrogance in a strange land brings disaster.

Applications by topic

Marriage

Relationship in a long-distance or foreign context. Adapt and stay humble. Maintain contact and show care even from afar.

Career

Work in a strange place or new environment. Be humble and adapt fast. Build new networks carefully.

Wealth

Be cautious with finances when far from home. Don't flaunt wealth. Keep assets safe in unfamiliar context.

Health

Watch health when traveling and changing environment. Beware weather and unfamiliar food. Heart and eyes need special care.

Lawsuit

Disadvantageous to litigate on unfamiliar ground. Need someone who knows local law. Seek quick reconciliation.