Those who are being held captive are subjected to brutal treatment. This can refer to both physical and emotional harshness inflicted upon individuals who are powerless to escape their situation. The cruelty they endure may cause deep emotional wounds and lasting trauma. It serves as a reminder of the cruelty and injustice that can exist in the world. Those who experience this must find a way to endure and overcome the challenges they face, finding strength within themselves to survive and eventually break free from their captors. It is a stark warning of the dangers of oppression and abuse.
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Captive cruelty in I Ching 58.5
