Source: The Doctrine of the Mean
Partners who are also close as siblings; a steady bond.
"Husband and wife; elder and younger brothers": two of the five constant relationships in the Doctrine of the Mean. Partners should also be like siblings, close, respectful and supportive. A stable, lasting relationship.
| Single | Love that grows from friendship tends to be steady. |
|---|---|
| Dating | Treat your partner as your closest family and friend. |
| Married | Respect each other as guests, and support each other like siblings. |
From the Doctrine of the Mean, chapter 20: "The universal ways are five: ruler and minister, father and son, husband and wife, elder and younger brother, and friends."
Text: the 100-lot Matchmaker (Yue Lao) oracle used in Taiwan. Most lots quote classical texts; sources were checked against the originals, obvious copying errors corrected, and uncertain sources marked as such.
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