01 / 63 The Creative, Heaven
Assertion (Single-Mindedness, Self-contained, totalising) (12->01->11->02)
"CH'IEN: spirit power, creative and destructive; unceasing forward motion; dynamic, enduring, untiring; firm, stable; heaven, soverign, father; also: dry-up, parched, exhausted, cleared away. The ideogram: sprouts or vapors rising from the ground and sunlight, both fecundating moisture and scortching drought." ERANOS p94
Image:
"[Perseverence doubled - single-mindedness]. Heaven moves continuously.
using this fundamental power, one never needs to stop and rest." In a context of perseverence we utilise singlemindedness.
Commentary
Hexagram 01 is both excessive but also inspirational in that filled with energy, the need for balance is achieved through continuous interaction with the outside, where each sensation is an energy release. This is an extreme state, but with controlled release of the pent-up forces it can be highly creative. Hexagram 01 is the specific form of hexagram 07
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Extended Commentary
The raw context of the situation is described by hexagram 28 - Exceeding. (too much yang). Through refinement we pass through hexagram 34 - inspiring, before reaching this one. Transformative methods
By introducing the characteristics of this hexagram as context, you can change a state described by any other hexagram into a state described by hexagram 43. To make a state associated with another hexagram transform into this state, introduce hexagram 43 as context.
02 / 00 The Receptive, Earth
Devoting, Trusting (Dual-mindedness) (11->02->12->01)
"K'UN: Surface of the world; concrete extension; basis of all existance, where CH'IEN..exerts it's power; all-involving service; earth; moon, wife, mother; courtiers, servants. The ideogram: terrestrial globe and stretch out, stability and
extension."ERANOS p163 Image:
"[With devotion comes trust].
The power of the earth: Global nurturing.
One supports others through generous devotion" In a context of devotion we utilise trust.
Commentary:
Hexagram 02 is devoid of substance, leading to an admiration for someone/ something outside. A sense of emptyness inside develops a need for balance which is achieved through the continuous absorption and nurturing of the outside; one is attracted to a goal of inner stillness rather than outer peace, achievable through devotion - the act of internalizing someone else's belief system. To be open to this requires the development of Absolute Trust and includes a degree of 'dual'-mindedness.
Hexagram 02 is the specific form of hexagram 13 Traditional Single Changing Line Comments:
Line 1
"The influences of pending darkness are almost unnoticable; be wary." Line 2
"One needs to always remain adaptable to the demands of the outside. this adaptability is more stimulus-response than considered action."
"In testing times one retain's one's composition. It is possible to go about one's business but do not expect to complete anything."
Line 4
"By keeping things within, one avoids being aroused by blame as well as praise." Line 5
"One acquires the robes of a devotee [a uniform]. The beginning of understanding meaning and one's identity. This is a form of security."
Line 6
"One goes to far in that one fights with one's centre of belief. Unwise." Extended Commentary
The raw context from which the situation has emerged is described by hexagram 27 Hungering (too little yang). This refines into hexagram 20 - Contemplating/Admiring
before emerging into this one. Transformative methods
By introducing this hexagram as context, you can change a state described by any other hexagram into a state described by hexagram 23. To make a state associated with another hexagram transform into this state, introduce hexagram 23 as context.
03 / 34 Difficulty at the Beginning (48->03->21->50)
"CHUN : begin or cause to grow; assemble, accumulate, bring under control; hoard
possessions; establish a military camp; difficult, arduous. The ideogram: sprout piercing hard soil"ERANOS p114
Image :
"[With enlightenment comes overcoming(control)].
From out of the mist, an arousing power: Beginning Growth. One uses the laws to establish things."
In a context of enlightenment, a new beginning, we utilise control. Commentary
Hexagram 03 is where one meets difficulties as one starts a new task or introduces a new paradigm (rooted in an initial context of admiration and an hungering for anything); usually because we have found the present foundations (if any) unacceptable but still in force. However, there are still basic social foundations that we can use to help accomplish our task. In the Fu Hsi arrangement, this hexagram is next to hexagram 42 Increase (order no. 36). 42 deals with the change from one level to the next. 03 (order no. 35) symbolizes the beginning of a level, the raw state eventually to become refined.
Traditional Single Line Comments: Line 1
"The lowly person, when faced with new conditions needs to persevere through uniting others to their cause."
Line 2
"At the beginning of things when one is faced with problems, one needs to be wary of unsolicited help; it may create obligations later. Better to persevere; success will come." Line 3
"If things become confusing one needs to get a guide. If this is not possible then perhaps one needs to desist."
"Although weak in power, if an opportunity arises take it." Line 5
"With developed levels of confidence there is a tendency for more than one individual to come forth as leader. These hindrances can only be resolved through perseverance and faith."
Line 6
"Even for the most capable, there are some tasks that are not possible at this time (things go on and on); a change is required."
Extended Commentary
The raw context from which the situation develops is described by heaxagram 20
Contemplating/Admiring. It develops through hexagram 27 Hungering before reaching here.
Transformative methods
By introducing this hexagram as context, you can change a state described by any other hexagram into a state described by hexagram 42. To make a state associated with another hexagram transform into this state, introduce hexagram 42 as context.
04 / 17 Youthful Folly Masking, Educating (22->04->47->49)
"MENG : cover, pull over, hide, conceal; lid or cover; clouded awareness, dull; ignorance, immaturity; unseen beginnings. The ideogram: plant and covered, hidden
growth"ERANOS p124 Image :
"[From containment comes retention/selectivity : Masking]. One uses maturing to nurture self development."
In a context of containment we utilise discernment. Commentary
In hexagram 04 the goal here is learning (the lines deal with both student and teacher) and thus developing a sense of security. This is the act of learning how to put on one's social 'mask' with an emphasis on rote teaching/learning.
Hexagram 04 is the general form of hexagram 43 The Traditional Single Line Change Comments: Line 1
"Education requires self-discipline. This needs to be shown at the beginning. Once understood, there is no longer any need to keep enforcing it [avoid excess] since this can lead to dangers."
Line 2
"Learning responsibility includes understanding and respecting the differences in people, both in mind and in body."
Line 3
"Although personally responsible, when faced with the task of taking on social
responsibilities one needs to be wary of imitating the apparently more experienced to the extent of losing one's dignity. Keep refining one's self; do not adopt the self of another." Line 4
"Whilst developing, it is possible for one to become too engrossed and therefore entangled in things, thus leading to humiliation and loss of direction. This lesson needs to be learnt through the humiliation not guidance."
Line 5
"The trust and confidence of a child enables one to willingly be taught." Line 6
"It is important that social balance (order) be maintained at all times. Development sometimes leads to transgressions. These need to be punished."
Extended Commentary
The raw context from which this has developed is described by hexagram 19
Approaching/Defering. We pass through hexagram 29 Containing before reaching here. Transformative methods
By introducing this hexagram as context, you can change a state described by any other hexagram into a state described by hexagram 07. To make a state associated with another hexagram transform into this state, introduce hexagram 07 as context.
05 / 58 Waiting (Nourishment) Waiting, Serving
(08->05->14->35)
"HSU : take care of, look out for, serve; turn your mind to what is necessary; wait, await, wait on; hesitate, doubt; obstinate, fixed. The ideogram: rain and stop, compelled to wait, or rain and origin, providing what is needed"ERANOS p133
Image :
"[With perseverence comes overcoming(control)].
Clouds above relate to heaven: FORCED WAITING. One finds peace of mind in eating and drinking."
I*n a context of perseverence we utilise control. Commentary
In hexagram 05 the goal is to eventually be the active leader(14). However, when danger exists (one's 'moment' has not yet come) one needs to keep one's balance by bidding one's time and let external events follow their course; serving and cultivating as we wait.
The Traditional Single Changing Line Comments: Line 1
"Waiting on the periphery. Advantageous to continue in this way. No harm. OR Waiting on the periphery. Not offering any opposition at all but sticking to one's principles.
Advantageous to continue in this way. No harm." Line 2
"Waiting on the shoreline. Although slandered by others, one will eventually gain a foothold." Line 3
"One has jumped the gun and attempted to advance too far. One has become stuck (bogged down). This helplessness attracts enemies - Did no wait long enough." Line 4
"One has stuck around too long and has lost control of the situation - Waited too long." Line 5
Line 6
"At the top waiting is over. A time of danger. But people come. Their purpose ill defined but if accepted in good spirit all will be well - No more time to wait."
Extended Commentary
The raw context from which this situation derives is described by hexagram 57
Influencing/Cultivating. It passes through hexagram 26 Holding Firm before reaching here. Transformative methods
By introducing this hexagram as context, you can change a state described by any other hexagram into a state described by hexagram 09. To make a state associated with another hexagram transform into this state, introduce hexagram 09 as context.
06 / 23 Conflict Compromising (13->06->07->36)
"SUNG : dispute, plead in court, contend before a ruler, demand justice; wrangles, quarrels, litigation. The ideogram: words and public, public disputation."ERANOS p142
Image :
"[With containment comes confidence].
Heaven associates with flowing water, opposing movements. COMPROMISE. One prepares well before one starts." In a context of containment we utilise singlemindedness
Commentary
In hexagram 06, since the people we are dealing with are definitely NOT like minded, we need to maintain balance by avoiding going beyond the half way point - meet them in the middle. Thus an emphasis on reflection and not being too rigid (relaxed structuring). The Traditional Single Changing Line Comments:
Line 1
"It is possible to avoid conflict, especially at the beginning, by passing it by; forget it." Line 2
"When faced with overwhelming odds, withdrawal is advisable otherwise one's whole community my suffer the consequences."
Line 3
"One can avoid conflict by using history and tradition as a form of nourishment (possession) rather than trying to acquire things for oneself and thus facing the dangers that go with materialism (theft etc)."
Line 4
"When one's situation is uncomfortable there is the temptation to change things (through conflict) if one perceives the external forces as being weak. This would be unwise. By changing oneself and persevering a solution will come."
"In any dispute, a suitable arbiter/judge can help resolve an apparently unresolvable situation."
Line 6
"A price is paid for continuing to fight until victory, for one now one has a reputation and there are many others who wish to do battle."
Extended Commentary
The raw context from which the situation derives is described by hexagram 58 - Self-reflection/intensity. This passes through hexagram 40 relaxed structuring before reaching here.
Transformative methods
By introducing this hexagram as context, you can change a state described by any other hexagram into a state described by hexagram 47. To make a state associated with another hexagram transform into this state, introduce hexagram 47 as context.
07 / 16 The Army Uniforming
(36->07->06->13)
"SHIH : troops; an organized unit, a metropolis; leader, general, model, master; organize, make functional; take as a model, imitate. The ideogram: heap and whole, organize confusion into functional units." ERANOS p151
Image :
"[With containment comes trust]: The Army.
One allows the common people to form a large group." In a context of containment we utilise trust.
Commentary
Hexagram 07 is the formalized manifestation of like-mindedness. The like mindedness is imposed by the structure and is therefore sociological rather than psychological (as in 13); the only way is the Army's way through the concentration of forces and the dispelling illusions/clearing things away)
Hexagram 07 is the general form of hexagram 01 The Traditional Single Changing Line Comments: Line 1
"An army emerging from the law[created by], if allowed to obstruct virtue (natural law) is dangerous."
Line 2
"A dependence on armies leads to central stability. Advantageous." Line 3
"A dangerous situation can occur within an army if it is inefficient or if the 'raw' take control over the 'refined'. (Breaking with tradition)"
Line 4
"An inferior army withdraws to rest. No blame. OR An inferior army rests. No blame. It still maintains it's form."
"One is faced with the 'untamed'. In times of invasion experienced leaders are required as inexperienced youth could lead to defeat."
Line 6
"The successful general has his fate in his hands. Entering the city he receives a warm welcome. He does not take advantage of the small people. OR The successful general issues commands. Acknowledging achievements. No advantage is taken of the small people less confusion spreads into the countryside."
Extended Commentary
The raw context from which the situation derives is described by hexagram 41 Concentrating (literally & metaphorically). It then passes through hexagram 59 Dispelling/Dispersing before reaching here.
Transformative methods
By introducing this hexagram as context, you can change a state described by any other hexagram into a state described by hexagram 04. To make a state associated with another hexagram transform into this state, introduce hexagram 04 as context.
08 / 02 Holding Together (Union) Alliencing, Uniting
(05->08->35->14)
"PI : order things and put them in classes, compare and select; find what you belong with; compare, sort, examine correspondances; select and harmonize; unite. The ideogram: person who stops walking, looking around to examine and compare."ERANOS p160
Image :
"[With devotion comes overcoming(control)]: Unity. In primitive times one created many cities
to connect the provinces.[And thus unite the state.]" Commentary
In hexagram 08 one is influencial by one's presence in that one attracts people from all
around and establishes a sense of unity. Thus the contextual emphasis on augmentation and distinguishing chaff from wheat.
Hexagram 08 is the specific form of hexagram 30 The Traditional Single Changing Line Comments: Line 1
"To be capable of unity requires sincerity. This may be all one has at the start." Line 2
"The desire for unity must come from the heart not from the mind, as may be found in an opportunist."
Line 3
"There are times when we attract the wrong people. Be sociable but not intimate." Line 4
"One's firm relationship with outside people is tested. A favourable result." Line 5
"A wise and receptive [trusting] ruler. Those who come and are suited stay. Those who wish to, can leave. These options are controlled by the people rather than the ruler."
"Without a solid centre of attraction (head), unity fails. There is no 'completion' in that things end through dispersion; Blown away in the wind."
Extended Commentary
The raw context from which this situation derives is described by hexagram 42 Augmenting. It passes through hexagram 23 - Pruning before reaching here.
Transformative methods
By introducing this hexagram as context, you can change a state described by any other hexagram into a state described by hexagram 20. To make a state associated with another hexagram transform into this state, introduce hexagram 20 as context.
09 / 59 Taming Power of the Small Small Gaining
(20->09->34->16)
"HSIAO CH'U - HSIAO : little, common, unimportant; adapting to what crosses your path; ability to move in harmonious relation to the vicissitudes of life...
CH'U : hoard, gather, retain, herd together; control, restrain; domesticate, tame, train; raise, feed, sustain, bring up. The ideogram: field and black, fertile black soil good for pastures, accumulated through retaining silt." ERANOS p168
Image :
"[With perseverence comes influence]: Small Gains. One highlights the noble to enhance one's way." In a context of perseverence we utilise influence.
Commentary
In hexagram 09 we recognize that to become influencial requires work. The process of gentle change through emphasizing one's accomplishments acts as a way of refining one's power, so we make small gains that accumulate and eventually one's time will come.
The Traditional Single Changing Line Comments: Line 1
"Although capable, one has limited strength and should not be impatient. Refrain from going on this path. Go back."
Line 2
"One is pulled back from this path." Line 3
"One should be wary of going forward too far too fast. Under current conditions things can quickly break down."
Line 4
"One experiences an awesome and sudden change. If inner and outer are in accord, no harm." Line 5
"One avoids conflict by developing a sense of shared wealth with one's peers." Line 6
"At the top one can be tempted to go beyond the current moment. Small gains have been accumulated to reach this point. Accept that."
Extended Commentary
The raw context from which the situation derives is described by hexagram 48 Founding (setting foundations). It passes through hexagram 11 Balancing before reaching here. Transformative methods
By introducing this hexagram as context, you can change a state described by any other hexagram into a state described by hexagram 05. To make a state associated with another hexagram transform into this state, introduce hexagram 05 as context.
10 / 55 Treading (Conduct) Treading (A path)
(33->10->19->15)
"LU : step, path, track; footsteps; walk a path or way; course of the stars; act, practise, conduct; salary, means of subsistance. The ideogram: body and repeating steps, follow a trail."ERANOS p177
Image :
"[With self-reflection comes confidence] [Forced reflection]: Treading.
One differentiates the highs and lows,
with the purpose of setting right the common people." In a context of self-reflection we utilise singlemindedness. Commentary
In hexagram 10 one is in a position which requires decorum and the following of the socially 'correct' path. This is not a time for deferring but more of submitting to the situation through a degree of balance (decorum/proper conduct) without moving from one's personal position nor making one's desires apparent; forced reflection whilst we walk in the confines of our environment (thus the context of 47 - the enclosure of a tree 'drives' the roots deep and so one becomes bound and difficult to move beyond one's 'place' - There is a lot of wasted energy).
(Note that the restraint is externally imposed whereas in this hexagram's complement , hexagram 15, the restraint is internally imposed (words+facts))
Hexagram 10 is the specific form of hexagram 46 The Traditional Single Changing Line Comments: Line 1
"The simplest form of decorum is to live a simple life (follow a plain path), thus avoiding any of the possible dangers inherent in making things complex."
"Righteously following the middle path (tao) in solitude(shade) enables one to avoid being led astray."
Line 3
"Plunging into things without recognizing one's limitations can cause problems. Only in time of desperate need, e.g. war, is this justified."
Line 4
"One's position requires persuasive skills to accomplish things. This can be dangerous but ultimately one succeeds."
Line 5
"An inspiring ruler; a guiding light whose presence and resoluteness enables others to progress. At the same time continually aware of the possible dangers."
Line 6
"To see what is ahead, look at what is behind, for it is one's past conduct that will influence future events."
Extended Commentary
The raw context from which the situation derives is decribed by hexagram 47
Confining/Enforced Waiting. It passes through hexagram 54 Immaturing before reaching here.
Transformative methods
By introducing this hexagram as context, you can change a state described by any other hexagram into a state described by hexagram 58. To make a state associated with another hexagram transform into this state, introduce hexagram 58 as context.
10 / 55 Treading (Conduct) Treading (A path)
(33->10->19->15)
"LU : step, path, track; footsteps; walk a path or way; course of the stars; act, practise, conduct; salary, means of subsistance. The ideogram: body and repeating steps, follow a trail."ERANOS p177
Image :
"[With self-reflection comes confidence] [Forced reflection]: Treading.
One differentiates the highs and lows,
with the purpose of setting right the common people." In a context of self-reflection we utilise singlemindedness. Commentary
In hexagram 10 one is in a position which requires decorum and the following of the socially 'correct' path. This is not a time for deferring but more of submitting to the situation through a degree of balance (decorum/proper conduct) without moving from one's personal position nor making one's desires apparent; forced reflection whilst we walk in the confines of our environment (thus the context of 47 - the enclosure of a tree 'drives' the roots deep and so one becomes bound and difficult to move beyond one's 'place' - There is a lot of wasted energy).
(Note that the restraint is externally imposed whereas in this hexagram's complement , hexagram 15, the restraint is internally imposed (words+facts))
Hexagram 10 is the specific form of hexagram 46 The Traditional Single Changing Line Comments: Line 1
"The simplest form of decorum is to live a simple life (follow a plain path), thus avoiding any of the possible dangers inherent in making things complex."
"Righteously following the middle path (tao) in solitude(shade) enables one to avoid being led astray."
Line 3
"Plunging into things without recognizing one's limitations can cause problems. Only in time of desperate need, e.g. war, is this justified."
Line 4
"One's position requires persuasive skills to accomplish things. This can be dangerous but ultimately one succeeds."
Line 5
"An inspiring ruler; a guiding light whose presence and resoluteness enables others to progress. At the same time continually aware of the possible dangers."
Line 6
"To see what is ahead, look at what is behind, for it is one's past conduct that will influence future events."
Extended Commentary
The raw context from which the situation derives is decribed by hexagram 47
Confining/Enforced Waiting. It passes through hexagram 54 Immaturing before reaching here.
Transformative methods
By introducing this hexagram as context, you can change a state described by any other hexagram into a state described by hexagram 58. To make a state associated with another hexagram transform into this state, introduce hexagram 58 as context.
11 / 56 Peace
Harmonising, Balancing (02->11->01->12)
"T'AI : spread and reach everywhere, permeate, diffuse; communicate; great, extensive, abundant, prosperous; smooth, slippery; extreme, extravagant, prodigal. Mount T'AI in eastern China was a sacred mountain connecting heaven and earth. The emperor made offerings there to establish harmony between humans and the great spirits. The ideogram: person in water, connected to the universal medium."ERANOS p186
Image :
"[With perseverence comes trust] : [Balancing].
One uses wealth to help accomplish the path of Heaven and Earth.
One uses encouragement to help harmoniously bring together Heaven and Earth. One uses the 'left' to 'right' the common people."
Commentary
In hexagram 11,through perseverence one develops trust through harmonizing/balancing. A time not for recuperation but for consideration of the things we are about to start. (From the Judgement : "The small departs, the great approaches"). From the context - by correcting the past we make small gains and thus achieve a sense of balance and harmony.
The Traditional Single Changing Line Comments: Line 1
"Removing the humble/small using one's class [ and therefore influence]. Unacceptable." Line 2
"One needs to develop a sense of fairness, taking on the responsibility for the
peasants[small] as well as distant friends[great]. Through this one tends towards honour and stability."
Line 3
"For one to succeed and experience peace, one must be forever watchful of the ebb and flow of things, by maintaining inner peace and using it to control the outer highs and lows. [keep things fair and be wary]"
Line 4
"One can manage ('P'ien' - flutter -> bustle about) the rhelm without the need to explicitly emphasize one's position and wealth. One can use neighbourliness over money; sincerity and trust over threat."
Line 5
"The ruler reinforces peace and fairness by applying rules to his own (great) besides the people (small)."
Line 6
"Between great and small the walls go back up. Peace is over, for by becoming too entrenched a degree of fate enters, and collapse reveals itself."
Extended Commentary
The raw context from which the situation derives is described by hexagram 18 Correcting. It then passes through hexagram 09 Small Gaining before reaching here.
Transformative methods
By introducing this hexagram as context, you can change a state described by any other hexagram into a state described by hexagram 26. To make a state associated with another hexagram transform into this state, introduce hexagram 26 as context.
12 / 07 Standstill (Stagnation) Neutralizing, Blocking, Firming (01->12->02->11)
"PI : closed, stopped; bar the way; obstacle; unfortunate, wicked; refuse, disapprove, deny. The ideogram: mouth and not, blocked communication" ERANOS p197
Image :
"[With devotion comes confidence] : [Stand-off]. One uses as little as possible to temperate hardship, [thus avoids wastefulness],
not permitting the use of glory for benefit." In a context of devotion we utilise singlemindedness. Commentary
In hexagram 12 we find that there are those who do not seek to change but more to keep the status quo; To those who seek change, this is stagnation; a hindrance. The context is a firming sense of belief and parrying (by forseeing) the thrusts of those against you. The Traditional Single Changing Line Comments:
Line 1
"When one's influence wanes, retire (be still)." Line 2
"To suffer in silence is better than servility" Line 3
"One endures shame; feeling sheepish." Line 4
"The realization that one's fate is in one's hands. [lines 1,2,3 imply outside control]. No harm in this for it introduces new possibilities in all directions."
Line 5
"One realizes one must give up stillness. It must be totally forgotten, to enable one to move towards dense tranquility. [This active attempt to find tranquility and it's association with the
concept of stillness is wrong. The only way to find tranquility is implicit rather than explicit. Do not try; forget it. Only then will it come.]"
Line 6
"To remove oneself from the times requires action, for things do not cease on their own despite their apparent demise."
Extended Commentary
The raw context from which the situation derives is described by hexagram 17
believing/following. It passes through hexagram 16 Forseeing/Enthusing before reaching here.
Transformative methods
By introducing this hexagram as context, you can change a state described by any other hexagram into a state described by hexagram 45. To make a state associated with another hexagram transform into this state, introduce hexagram 45 as context.
13 / 47 Fellowship with Men Associating
(06->13->36->07) "T'UNG JEN -
T'UNG : harmonize, unite, equalize, assemble; agree, share in; together, at once, same time and place. The ideogram: cover and mouth, silent understanding and perfect fit...
JEN : humans individually and collectively; an individual; humankind" ERANOS p206 Image :
"[With guidence comes confidence] Heaven combines with fire: Seekers. One groups the likeminded to distinguish the individuals.
[Make the individuals stand out - be seen.]" In a context of guidance we utilise singlemindedness. Commentary
In hexagram 13, to avoid conflict (6) we form a loose alliance with like-minded people. 7 and 13 symbolize alliances either loose (13) or structured (07).06 and 36 symbolize the individual alone, no army or like-minded to protect/help. (There is the implication of separating the goats from the sheep.) The initial context of restrained joining leads to a growing number of associates.
Hexagram 13 is the general form of hexagram 02 The Traditional Single Changing Line Comments: Line 1
"Any form of likeminded group starts with an ideology. That which attracts them in the first place."
Line 2
"As a group develops there is the possibility of factions developing within. These can cause imbalance and we start to lose track.[power struggles]"
Line 3
"A level of mistrust has arisen leading to the hiding of weapons for possible later use. Be wary."
Line 4
"Conflicts within eventually influence the parties concerned to mend fences." Line 5
"For success, leaders with common ideas unite against a common enemy. The union of two becomes the power of one."
Line 6
"Unfortunately the ideal is often not reached as there is still a tendency for a narrower interpretation by individuals. One perseveres."
Extended Commentary
The rawcontext from which the situation derives is described by hexagram 31
wooing/restrained joining. It passes through hexagram 55 fullness before reaching here. Transformative methods
By introducing this hexagram as context, you can change a state described by any other hexagram into a state described by hexagram 49. To make a state associated with another hexagram transform into this state, introduce hexagram 49 as context.
14 / 61 Possession in Great Measure Directing
(35->14->05->08) "TA YU -
TA : big, noble, important, very; orient the will toward a self-imposed goal, impose direction; ability to lead or guide your life...
YU : be in possession of, have, own; possessions; opposite of lack WU" ERANOS p215
Image :
"[With perseverence comes direction].
[Power through direction] : [Forceful & Goal Directed] Fire resides above heaven : Possessing the Great. One terminates hate to spread[/show] improvement,
[Could be a political move] and uses yielding to 'God' to let go of individual destiny (one's own fate).
[To explicitly (publicly) put one's fate in god's hands rather than to retain some control. Politically useful as it enables the denial of responsibility]".
In a context of perseverence we utilise setting directions (an ideology) Commentary
In hexagram 14 one's perseverance for recognition (35) has succeeded, in that we are in a position of power; strongly commited and actively guiding development from centre stage, although one must be wary of being too forceful.
Hexagram 14 is the general form of hexagram 29 The Traditional Single Changing Line Comments: Line 1
"Devoid of the ability to properly communicate is a hindrance but not harmful. It just makes work that much harder. No blame."
"One has the tools to help in acquiring wealth (e.g. a wagon to carry it all, people to supervise it) but what is infact needed is a goal or direction to take. No blame."
Line 3
"One takes advantage of a success by trying to move towards a higher (central) position. Unsolicited social climbing. Be wary."
Line 4
"One's nature is interpreted as being forceful and overbearing. One should be weary of outshining one's ruler [i.e. give way]."
Line 5
"One's sincerity and ability to communicate is impressive." Line 6
"At the top one gets the protection of heaven itself. Advantageous." Extended Commentary
The raw context from which the situation is derived is described by hexagram 32 commiting. It passes through hexagram 43 Spreading-out before reaching here.
Transformative methods
By introducing this hexagram as context, you can change a state described by any other hexagram into a state described by hexagram 34. To make a state associated with another hexagram transform into this state, introduce hexagram 34 as context.
15 / 08 Modesty Levelling, Even-Out (19->15->33->10)
"CH'IEN : think and speak of yourself in a modest way; respectful, unassuming, retiring, unobtrusive; yielding, compliant, reverent, lowly. The ideogram: words and unite, keeping words close to the underlaying facts."ERANOS p223
Image :
"[With self-restraint comes trust] : Modesty. In the centre of the earth, a mountain : Modesty. One reduces the many to augment the few, and assesses things for an even distribution." In as context of self-restraint we utilise trust.
Commentary
In hexagram 15 we are at a moment where the use of 'acceptable' appearance is required despite our inner desires. This is a time for avoiding excess by keeping things 'grounded'; words to facts. This functions within the context of worth and beauty. (words + facts = value. words or facts alone are 'valueless'; they only serve as 'meaningless' ideals). By maintaining this relationship (a 'level' head) it acts as a gateway into the future.
(All four hexagrams (10,15,19,33) cover the concept of deference and advancement which correlates with the overall concept of development found in their base trigrams)
Hexagram 15 is the specific form of hexagram 25 The Traditional Single Changing Line Comments: Line 1
"If one enters the flow of something in a modest manner success can come just as easily." Line 2
"Following the middle path in a modest manner and without pretense influences many." Line 3
"Distinguishing oneself and yet remaining modest attracts the respect and support of others rather than their envy. This enables one to complete many things."
Line 4
"A point of transition where things start to become profitable. To be seen as modest is advantageous."
Line 5
"When danger threatens, in any form, one must ensure that one's surroundings, including the people, are secure. This is done in a quiet way, becoming excessive serves no purpose but to show weakness."
Line 6
"The ultimate in modest behaviour is the willingness to forcefully discipline oneself and one's own."
Extended Commentary
The raw context from which the situation is derived is described by hexagram 22 Fascading (Grace). It passes through hexagram 53 Maturing before reaching here.
Transformative methods
By introducing this hexagram as context, you can change a state described by any other hexagram into a state described by hexagram 52. To make a state associated with another hexagram transform into this state, introduce hexagram 52 as context.
16 / 04 Enthusiasm Foresight, Preparing (34->16->20->09)
"YU : ready, prepared for, prearrange, take precaution, think beforehand; satisfied, contented, at ease. The ideogram: son and elephant, careful, reverent, and very strong."ERANOS p232
Image :
"[With devotion comes awareness] : Provision[Think Ahead]. In primal times one used celebrations to praise 'the Way' (tao), and to glorify God, as well as one's ancestors."
In a context of devotion with utilise awareness. Commentary
In hexagram 16 resistance can be overcome through enthusiasm and foresight, for one to be eventually accepted.
(34 and 20 symbolize the total acceptance of an individual within society such that their mere presence can influence. 16 and 9 symbolize resistance to an individual and how to overcome it - here forsight emerges from a generic context of problem-solving and firming belief)
The Traditional Single Changing Line Comments: Line 1
"A person in an inferior position is boastful about their upbringing and family status. Not wise."
Line 2
"The practical person is not blinded by enthusiasm. They can detect the seeds of tomorrow and prepare now."
Line 3
"Thinking ahead by showing enthusiasm for a superior may be interpreted as not being sincere. At the same time, moving at the wrong time also suggests bad judgement. Withdraw." Line 4
"Through one's own conduct one generates a sense of enthusiasm in others such that they are attracted."
Line 5
"A ruler under pressure(illness). The energy of enthusiasm is used for survival. Through perseverance death is avoided."
Line 6
"One must be wary of enthusiasm being, in fact, a facade; attractive but energy sapping. Changing course is advised."
Extended Commentary
The raw context from which the situation derives is described by heaxagram 21
make_rulings/problem_solving. It passes through hexagram 12 Neutralizing before reaching here.
Transformative methods
By introducing this hexagram as context, you can change a state described by any other hexagram into a state described by hexagram 35. To make a state associated with another hexagram transform into this state, introduce hexagram 35 as context.
17 / 38 Following Believing
(28->17->27->18)
"SUI : come or go after; pursue, impelled to move; come after in inevitable sequence; move in the same direction, comply with what is ahead; follow a way or religion; according to, next, subsequent. The ideogram: go and fall, unavoidable movement" ERANOS p242 Image :
"[With enlightenment comes intensity]. Thunder in the centre of a marsh : Following. One turns inside for rest and peace of mind." In a context of enlightenment we utilise intensity. Commentary
In hexagram 17 we find that the spirit of the young can help regenerate the spirit of the old. Degeneration does not have to be absolutely final; it can be suspended or replaced by a new belief.
Hexagram 17 is the general form of hexagram 52 The Traditional Single Changing Line Comments: Line 1
"If a belief seems to be fading it implies that something about it is no longer appropriate to the times. An imbalance has occurred. This is rectified by going out amongst the people to discover where the change has occurred and thus restoring its life."
Line 2
"A belief is not necessarily eternal. Times change influencing one's experiences. For the individual to develop, a belief may need to be replaced by another, richer one. To hold on to the past gets one nowhere."
Line 3
"A belief acts as a form of guide. To give an old one up is not easy and one occasionally slips back if feeling insecure. Persevere with the new. The old is a warm memory and that's all."
Line 4
"An influencial person, due to his position, can attract followers whose prime intention is self-interest. If surrounded by these people and their flattery, the individual will loose sight of his path (due to feeling secure) and eventually suffer. A false sense of security. See through this to survive."
Line 5
"When in accord with one's belief, one moves towards the ideal and away from the past." Line 6
"Having established a following, one attempts to retire but will be called back." Extended Commentary
The raw context from which the situation derives is described by hexagram 12
Neutralizing/firming. It passes through hexagram 21 Biting Through/Problem Solving
before reaching here. Transformative methods
By introducing this hexagram as context, you can change a state described by any other hexagram into a state described by hexagram 25. To make a state associated with another hexagram transform into this state, introduce hexagram 25 as context.
18 / 25 Working on what has been spoilt (Decay) Correcting
(27->18->28->17)
"KU : rotting; poisonous; intestinal worms, venomous insects; evil magic; disorder, error; pervert by seduction, flattery, unquiet ghost. The ideogram : dish and worms, putrifiction and poisonous decay." ERANOS p251
Image :
"[With cultivation comes retainment]: [ Correction.]
One stirs up the common people to support 'the Way' (tao). [fight the corruption]."
In a context of cultivation we utilise discernment. Commentary
In hexagram 18, as hexagram 17 symbolizes a natural degeneration, so hexagram 18
symbolizes degeneration caused by spiritual neglect and the corrections required to fix the problem; the price of too much cultivation.
(All four hexagrams,(17,18,27,28) deal with concepts of degeneration and methods of regeneration. These are consequences of the transition of time and are associated with their corresponding base trigrams of transition).
Hexagram 18 is the general form of hexagram 58 The Traditional Single Changing Line Comments: Line 1
"Through neglect and a blind faith in tradition an imbalance has occurred. The next generation fix it."
Line 2
"Through weakness an imbalance has occurred. It is fixed quietly." Line 3
"In righting the mistakes of the past, the heart can get too carried away. No harm done." Line 4
"To be able to talk about the problems, to know what they are (map them out) and yet do nothing brings humiliation."
Line 5
"The errors of the past are repaired. Reputations enhanced. Responsibilities taken." Line 6
"Beyond the material, there is reforming the spiritual." Extended Commentary
The raw context from which the situation derives is described by hexagram 11
balancing/pervading. It passes through hexagram 48 Founding before reaching here. Transformative methods
By introducing this hexagram as context, you can change a state described by any other hexagram into a state described by hexagram 46. To make a state associated with another hexagram transform into this state, introduce hexagram 46 as context.
19 / 48 Approach Defering, Approaching (15->19->10->33)
"LIN : approach, behold with care, look down on sympathetically, condescend; bless or curse by coming nearer; a superior visiting an inferior."ERANOS p260
Image :
"[With self-reflection comes trust] : [Deference] Above a marsh there is earth : Approach. To reflect, one uses teaching exhaustively.
To protect the common people, one uses unbounded tolerance." Commentary
In hexagram 19 we find a time of deference for the high(top trigram) and a time of easy approach for the low(bottom trigram); not a time for the high to stand one's ground even if appearing 'balanced' . The 'high' is generous and aids and teaches the low.
(There is a very obvious difference in lines 1-3 and lines 4-6 when we read the traditional line comments (see below). Lines 1-3 are bias to those approaching, whereas lines 4-6 are bias to those deferring. The traditional name of the hexagram is bias to the lower trigram.).
The Traditional Single Chnaging Line Comments: Line 1
"At the beginning protection in numbers. Join with others." Line 2
"Fate is always an influence but all opposition here is weak and even beneficial. Keep going." Line 3
"When the low approach the high it must be done with strength but not arrogance. Arrogance comes from thinking things are easy. Maintain balance. Recognize the fault." Line 4
"One has aroused the interest of the high who come down (defer) willingly." Line 5
Line 6
"The goodhearted sage returns to society to help. A form of deference but overshadowed by his presence."
Extended Commentary
The raw context from which the situation derives is described by hexagram 04 Masking/enveloping. It passes through hexagram 61 Yielding before reaching here. Transformative methods
By introducing this hexagram as context, you can change a state described by any other hexagram into a state described by hexagram 41. To make a state associated with another hexagram transform into this state, introduce hexagram 41 as context.
20 / 03 Contemplation (View) Admiring
(09->20->16->34)
"KUAN : contemplate, observe from a distance; look at carefully, gaze at; also: a monestery, an observatory; scry, divine through liquid in a cup. The ideogram: see and waterbird, observe through air and water"ERANOS p268
Image :
" [With devotion comes influence] : Contemplation (View) The wind above the earth : Viewing.
In primal times one [searched high and low], observing the common people with the intention of setting up a [school]. [Looking for the teachable?]"
In a context of devotion we utilise influence. Commentary
In hexagram 20 we are setting an example through one's presence; being admired. However we need to be weary of the possibility that the power of our presence can cause people to make decisions based on our point of view, not their own. Here it is not so much our actions to others that can cause the problem (as in this hexagram's complement - hexagram 34) but more our own spirit.
(All four hexagrams (9,20,16,34) deal with the concept of personal power and it's influence as a function of the generic concept of seeking balance as symbolised by their base trigrams). (The line interpretations have a bias of lines 1-3 dealing with those who are looking at the contemplator and lines 4-6 with the contemplative person. The traditional name of the hexagram is bias to the upper trigram.)
Hexagram 20 is the specific form of hexagram 55 The Traditional Single Changing Line Comments: Line 1
"Seeing without understanding. For a child an innocent act. For a supposedly refined person, a disgrace."
"Narrow contemplation. For some, all that is needed. Enough to understand, not too much to threaten.(Foundations)"
Line 3
"Self contemplation. To push on, one first needs to pull back and review. (Regenerate)" Line 4
"One contemplates the glories of one's kingdom and uses others, if necessary, to enhance." Line 5
"Contemplating a life's work (sprouting of seeds), and it's effects on the people." Line 6
"Contemplating one's work, we notice that which is not yet complete within our heart." Extended Commentary
The raw context from which the situation derives is described by hexagram 03 difficult beginnings/sprouting. It passes through hexagram 02 Devoting before reaching here. Transformative methods
By introducing this hexagram as context, you can change a state described by any other hexagram into a state described by hexagram 08. To make a state associated with another hexagram transform into this state, introduce hexagram 08 as context.
21 / 37 Biting Through Ruling, Problem Solving (50->21->03->48) "SHIH HO -
SHIH : bit away, chew; bite persistently and remove; snap at, nibble; reach the essential by removing the unnecessary. The ideogram: mouth and divination, revealing the essential.. HO : close the jaws, bite through, crush between teeth. The ideogram: mouth and conver, jaws fit together as a lid fits a vessel." ERANOS p276
Image :
"[With enlightement comes direction].
Thunder, lightning. Biting through (Revealing the essential).
In primal times one heightened awareness by enforcing the laws through flogging." In a context of enlightenment, a new beginning, we utilise setting a direction (an ideology).
Commentary
In hexagram 21, problems are solved through the establishment of laws as part of the process of moving from chaos, or an old established order (50), to order.
(All four hexagrams (50,21,3,48) deal with foundations as part of the concept of transition and influence symbolised in their base trigrams.)
Hexagram 21 is the general form of hexagram 39 The Traditional Single Changing Line Comments: Line 1
"A deviation occurs. It is punished. Social Balance must be maintained." Line 2
"A further deviation occurs. In punishing, one goes too far. despite this the punishment is just."
Line 3
"In developing and applying rules (guides), an unexpected error is found. It acts like poison, causing confusion and distress. Once fixed no harm is done."
Line 4
"In law there are times when it's rigidity makes achieving results difficult. One must get to the core of the matter for success, avoid the technicalities."
Line 5
"Making judgement requires good knowledge of the facts and being wary of possible bias. The middle path is followed."
Line 6
"The professional law breaker can no longer distinguish good from bad. He is deaf to the law. Irrespective of the punishment, he is dedicated to darkness."
Extended Commentary
The raw context from which the situation derives is described by hexagram 16 Forseeing. It passes through hexagram 17 Believing before reaching here.
Transformative methods
By introducing this hexagram as context, you can change a state described by any other hexagram into a state described by hexagram 51. To make a state associated with another hexagram transform into this state, introduce hexagram 51 as context.
22 / 41 Grace Adorning, Facading (04->22->49->47)
"PI : embellish, ornament, deck out, beautify; variegated (flowers); elegant, brilliant; also: energetic, passionate, eager, intrepid; capable of great effort; brave. The ideogram : cowrie shells (money) and flowers, linking ornaments and value."ERANOS p284
Image :
"[with guidance comes retainment]. Below mountain there is fire : [Facade].
One uses [the guidance/awareness] of the many regulations rather than dare to stop legal proceedings."
In a context of guidance we utilise discernment. Commentary
In hexagram 22 we find that facades can be important for social survival, but one must be weary of mistaking them for reality; There is at times a tendency to suck-out the inner light to prop up the outer. The context gives us the linking of words with facts (15) in the correct order (63) and thus establishing an attractive 'look' or attitude; linking things together generates 'value'.
The Traditional Single Changing Line Comments: Line 1
"Only enhancing one's foundations and progressing just on those is more beneficial than using a full facade."
Line 2
"To achieve any progress it is beneficial to adopt a facade such that one appears in one's superior's image. But do not confuse the image with reality."
Line 3
"Adopting a facade (look) also requires one to immerse one's self (mind) in the moment. This may be successful but it must be continuously maintained."
"In the autumn of one's life comes spiritual strength, and the understanding that intimate relationships can be built without the need of facades."
Line 5
"When invited to the palace be wary that the richness of the surroundings can amplify the condition of one's dress. Poor clothes. Forgiven.(Refined)"
Line 6
"In one's later (spiritual) years, facades have gone. Simple white is all." Extended Commentary
The raw context from which the situation derives is described by hexagram 15
modesty/levelling. It goes through hexagram 63 Sequencing/Completing before reaching here.
Transformative methods
By introducing this hexagram as context, you can change a state described by any other hexagram into a state described by hexagram 36. To make a state associated with another hexagram transform into this state, introduce hexagram 36 as context.
23 / 01 Splitting Apart Pruning, Cutting-Back (26->23->45->43)
"PO : flay, peel skin; remove, uncover, degrade, split, slice; reduce to essentials; slaughter an animal. The ideogram : knife and carve, trenchant action."ERANOS p293
Image :
"[With devotion comes retainment].
A Mountain approaching the earth : Stripping (Reduce to essentials). [Using the liberal use of thought to quiet the devotion below]."
In a context of devotion we utilise discernment. Commentary
In hexagram 23 we recognize that the establishment of history is an important part of social development. It enables the culture to have depth and firm ground to stand on and thus something to balance on. This sense of history, and therefore tradition, is fostered by studying the thoughts of old (26) as well as spiritual celebration. An imbalance can occur when the deeds of the past are interpreted as being relevant and superior to now. Spiritually, this can be a backward step and these thoughts should be discarded; only the core is
retained. The context gives the return to the 'correct' path, together with uniting others around the core principles - seperating chaff from wheat - Pruning.
(All four hexagrams (26,43,45,23) deal with the social past and it's influences on the now as part of the generic concept of balance seeking as symbolised by their base trigrams.)
Hexagram 23 is the specific form of hexagram 49 The Traditional Single Changing Line Comments: Line 1
"Traditions are like a bed, they are something a culture rests on. The first step is to strip the bed starting with it's base. those who ignore this perish."
Line 2
"To avoid any conflict, agreement is made on those parts to be removed." Line 3
"An individual feels that the situation is wrong. He withdraws without fault." Line 4
"The tie between the individual and the tradition is broken, it's heart revealed." Line 5
"Despite the changes, the ruler still retains some of the past within his home." Line 6
"Some things are allowed to remain for they will redevelop in the future. The superior go on their way. The inferior suffer as always."
Extended Commentary
The raw context from which the situation develops is described by hexagram 24 returning(to a path). It passes through hexagram 08 Uniting before reaching here.
Transformative methods
By introducing this hexagram as context, you can change a state described by any other hexagram into a state described by hexagram 02. To make a state associated with another hexagram transform into this state, introduce hexagram 02 as context.
24 / 32 Return (The Turning Point) Returning
(46->24->25->44)
"FU : go back, turn back to the starting point; recur, reappear, come again; restore, recover, retrace; an earlier time or place. The ideogram: step and retrace a path."ERANOS p301 Image :
"[With enlightenment comes trust].
Thunder in the centre of the earth : Return.
In primal times one closed the gates at noon; merchants did not move about, and one did not go anywhere. [Until the 'day' cooled down]".
In a context of enlightenment, a new beginning, we utilise trust. Commentary
In hexagram 24 we are at a point of crossing, symbolically from the dark(uncomfortable) to the light. This is a 'knowing' lateral movement in that there is no sense of innocence here; we have been somewhere and are coming back to 'the path'. Contextually we seperate chaff from wheat (23) leading to augmentation (42) by a return to the 'correct' path.
The line comments emphasize the tendancy to be easily distracted from our 'way' and thus to be wary of this.
( Structurally, [24,44] symbolize lateral movement whereas [46,25] symbolize vertical movement. Transitional forms can take different directions. Influenced by the transition symbols of their base trigrams)
The Traditional Single Changing Line Comments: Line 1
" One returns after travelling a short distance down a different path (imbalance,darkness). We learn from our mistakes."
Line 2
"A resigned return. One tries something [develop] and it does not work out.[not social accept.]"
Line 3
"On the verge of returning, danger. This needs to be exorcised before returning. No fault. OR There is danger in returning too many times."
Line 4
"If the path one is on keeps changing, first left and then right, never centered, then one must abandon it and return. OR One travels down a path under the influence of others. Realizing the error, one returns alone."
Line 5
"One returns like a warrior, noble in the recognition of one's mistake but finding no need to change one's attitude. [Attitude being an important part of what makes a warrior]"
Line 6
"A deceitful return [spiritual corruption - equivalent to no return]. Unfortunate. It possesses the seeds of disaster and ruin and attempting to complete this pretense (model/imitate - 'shih') will lead to total destruction." OR "A deceitful return. Unfortunate. Changing the ruler to the opposite position [get him to give way] is the right way ('tao') [for development]. [and thus he will lead. One's pretense/deceit is not the way]"
Extended Commentary
The raw context from which the situation derives is described by hexagram 23 Cutting Back/Pruning. It passes through hexagram 42 Augmenting before reaching here. Transformative methods
By introducing this hexagram as context, you can change a state described by any other hexagram into a state described by hexagram 27. To make a state associated with another hexagram transform into this state, introduce hexagram 27 as context.
25 / 39 The Unexpected (Innocence) Dis-entangling
(44->25->24->46) "WU WANG -
WU : devoid of; -less as suffix..
WANG : caught-up in, entangled, involved; disorder, incoherence; foolish, wild, reckless; false, brutish behaviour; vain, idle, futile." ERANOS p311
Image :
"[With enlightenment comes confidence].
Under heaven, moving thunder. People associated with [Non-Involvement].
In primal times one nurtured the many beings through vigourous correspondence to the seasons.[strong regulating, or 'spoon feeding', encourages the development of a lack of participation]"
Commentary
In hexagram 25, to express one's self strongly and openly and unexpectedly is an act of innocence since it comes from the heart and thus is not premeditated ( a moment of
enlightenment). To escape from the dark side, the side of service, requires an initial act; one needs to do something and get involved with the new and disentangled from the old. The line comments show that non-involvement/disentanglement has it's ups and downs.
Hexagram 25 is the general form of hexagram 15 The Traditional Single Changing Line Comments: Line 1
"Move on without being involved. Advantageous." Line 2
"As one is not involved in day to day events, it would be advantageous to have a goal." Line 3
"Non-involvement has it's disasters. Transients can easily take the possessions of others." Line 4
Line 5
"When non-involvement becomes a disease, laughter is the best medicine." Line 6
"An attitude of non-involvement moves one to make a mistake. To fix the problem stop the movement."
Extended Commentary
The raw context from which the situation derives is described by hexagram 45 gathering capabilities/massing. It passes through hexagram Enlightening/Awareness before reaching here.
Transformative methods
By introducing this hexagram as context, you can change a state described by any other hexagram into a state described by hexagram 17. To make a state associated with another hexagram transform into this state, introduce hexagram 17 as context.
26 / 57 The Taming Power of the Great Holding Firm
(23->26->43->45) "TA CH'U -
TA : big, noble, important, very; orient the will toward a self-imposed goal, impose direction; ability to lead or guide your life..
CH'U : hoard, gather, retain, herd together; control, restrain; domesticate, tame, train; raise, feed, sustain, bring up. The ideogram: field and black, fertile black soil good for pastures, accumulated through retaining silt."ERANOS p319
Image :
" [With perseverence comes retainment].
Heaven in the centre of a mountain : Great Accumulating. [Social Restraining],
One uses the numerous words in recorded histories to control one's path ( 'Way' (tao))." In a context of perseverence we utilise discernment.
Commentary
In hexagram 26 we recognize that by studying and accumulating things of the past, one is able to develop a sense of balance; the power of tradition. This, however, forms a restraint, but of the social kind rather than self restraint (52). Contextually, from a 'drive' to ascend (46) we wait and serve (5), thus cultivating and gaining influence - this acts as a sort 'glue', allowing us to 'hold firm' to our way.
The Traditional Single Changing Line Comments: Line 1
"Studying the past can be threatening unless one takes things a step at a time. Absorb some. Stop. Absorb some more."
Line 2
"One pushes too hard. OR One pushes too hard. One must avoid excess and remain centred."
"Despite hard work in testing times, one has the spirit to deal with things. One's words accompany one's deeds. Advantageous to have a goal."
Line 4
"One has the forethought to direct the development of strength. Do it." Line 5
"One's desires are curbed. Favourable." Line 6
"One's path of development has reached an end. The previously 'raw' has been molded and caste as a fine tool to be used."
Extended Commentary
The raw context from which the sitution derives is described by hexagram 46 pushing
upwards/ascending. It passes through hexagram 05 Waiting/Serving before reaching here. Transformative methods
By introducing this hexagram as context, you can change a state described by any other hexagram into a state described by hexagram 11. To make a state associated with another hexagram transform into this state, introduce hexagram 11 as context.
27 / 33 The Corners of the Mouth (Providing Nourishment) Hungering
(18->27->17->28)
"YI : mouth, jaws, cheeks, chin; take in, ingest; feed, nourish, sustain, rear; furnish what is necessary. The ideogram: open jaws" ERANOS p327
Image :
"[With enlightenment comes retainment] : [Knowledge]. Below the mountain is thunder. Ingesting.
One considers one's words when talking, just as one regulates one's eating and drinking."
In a context of enlightenment, a new beginning, we utilise discernment. Commentary
In hexagram 27 we recognize that nourishment is a vital part of generation, without it we die. But it does not need to have meaning, it just needs to be filling; be warned. Contextually, a degree of devotion and openness develops into a difficult beginning and one hungers for information.
The Traditional Single Changing Line Comments: Line 1
"One surpresses one's spirit to see only what is necessary. Unfortunate." Line 2
"Rejecting the standards, one tries to go straight to the top for nourishment. One is punished. Unfortunate."
Line 3
"Rejecting nourishment leads to testing times and danger. Stay off this path for it is directionless."
Line 4
"One is filled with a craving for nourishment. It is advantageous for one to intensely and carefully inspects all that there is for the best pieces. No harm in this."
"One chooses to reject the regular ways and instead live by way of divination. Advantageous, although one is blocked from the flow of things."
Line 6
"One has come across the root of all knowledge. Dangerous but favourable. Advantageous to instigate something."
Extended Commentary
The raw context from which the situation derives is described by hexagram 02
devoting/receiving. It passed through hexagram 03 Difficult Beginnings before reaching here.
Transformative methods
By introducing this hexagram as context, you can change a state described by any other hexagram into a state described by hexagram 24. To make a state associated with another hexagram transform into this state, introduce hexagram 24 as context.
28 / 30 Preponderance of the Great Exceeding
(17->28->18->27) "TA KUO -
TA : big, noble, important, very; orient the will toward a self-imposed goal, impose direction; ability to lead or guide your life...
KUO : go beyond, pass by, pass over; excessive, transgress; error,fault." ERANOS p336
Image :
"[With cultivation comes intensity] : [Excess].
Marsh submerges wood. Great Exceeding. (Passing Limits). One stands unafraid in isolation,
Withdrawing from the times without sadness.[showing lack of concern]" .
In a context of cultivation we utilise intensity. Commentary
In hexagram 28 we learn that in the process of regeneration one must be weary of going to far, for in becoming too full we lead to the path of decay. Contextually, we have gone through a state of too much yang (1) that has then been excessivly refined (50) to a degree where it is all too much. (see the line 6 comment below). This hexagram also reflects the positive aspect of excess in the form of going beyond what is required.
(The hexagram quartet 17,18,27,28 deals with the concepts of degeneration and
regeneration. Structurally 17,18 are the balances to 27,28. Procedurally the cycle goes: follow-> too much -> decay(corrupt) -> too little -> follow ...
(17) (28) (18) (27) (17)
The Traditional Single Changing Line Context: Line 1
"The first step in any form of regeneration requires modesty. One makes a simple but sincere offering. No harm in this."
Line 2
"An old willow gives birth to a new shoot and an old man marries a young woman. Great potential. By stepping back one can advance."
Line 3
"One's main support is about to collapse. Exposed to danger." Line 4
"Although one's main support appears to be strong, one is dissolutioned and obtains another. Shame. [a lack of trust]"
Line 5
"A withered willow flowers. An elderly lady marries a learned man. No harm. No praise. One attempts to augment one's appearance."
Line 6
"One has spent too much time and energy on the task at hand and are drowning. Danger. There is no error in this."
Extended Commentary
The raw context from which the situation derives is described by heaxagram 01 persevering/persisting(too full). It passes through hexagram 50 Transforming before reaching here.
Transformative methods
By introducing this hexagram as context, you can change a state described by any other hexagram into a state described by hexagram 44. To make a state associated with another hexagram transform into this state, introduce hexagram 44 as context.
