The guan hexagram(the sybol of observation)predicates devotion, with which the king washes his hands before making offerings in the sacrificial. The people below are observing with the same devotion or piety. (1 is bottomline and 6 is topline of the picture) 1.Observing with the ignorance of a child Is blameless for the inferior man, But grievous for the gentleman. 2.Observing stealthily from behind the door Is the proper behaviour for a woman. 3.Observe your own behaviour To decide on your advance or retreat. 4.Observe the situation in the country And you may serve the king. 5.Observe his own behaviour And the gentleman will not receive any blame. 6.Observe the life of the people And the gentleman will not receive any blame.