I Ching Coin Prediction - Da, Liu

A1% TCHING COIN PREDICTION DA LIU iW* I ching coin prediction / Ref. PL2478 .D8 1975 14524 lillllillllllii Liu, Da. NEW COLLEGE OF CALIFORNIA (SF) Perm. Liu, Da. Res. I Ching coin prediction. PL 2478 D8 1975 #3630 DATE BORROWER'S NAME ROOM DUE NUMBER f': r ; Perm. "30 Res. r ^ LI. 2478 Da D8 LJ- ] [an 1975 P« >n ojP tf. luctiont tf Hinder HIGHSMITH «^13 PWMT ED IUAA. !• Divination* 2. I chins* I* Tltl< 03 FEB 83 c 1866228 NEWRxc I CHING COIN PREDICTION jf5 w ••• rr^ n -' •• ?T tJSinAKY s,lW COLLEGE OF CALIFORM4 777 VALENCLX STREET SAN FR/VNOSCO, CA 9411* MIS) 62a-l684 By Da Liu T'ai Chi Ch'uan and I Ching The Book Taoist Health Exercise I Ching Coin Prediction . I CHING COIN Hi PREDICTION 3 cV Da Liu 3 k ail Routledge & Kegan Paul London . London EC4V 5EL Printed in Great Britain by Redwood Burn Limited Trowbridge & Esher Copyright Da Liu rgyj No part of this book may be reproduced in any form without permission from the publisher. 68-74 Carter Lane. except for the quotation of bruf passages in criticism ISBN o 7100 8188 X (c) ISBN o 7100 8193 6 (p) . Firj/ published in Great Britain in igy^ V by Routledge & Kegan Paul Ltd Broadway House. Trigrams s Coins and Prediction 6 How to Use the Coins 8 Sample Questions ii Interpreting the Results i« 1.Contents Preface ioc Introduction i Background of the / Ching i Hexagrams. Ch'ien »4 16 19 SI «4 s6 «9 81 3S 36 88 4» 43 46 48 . Lines. vi Contents . Ko Revolution 126 50. Ken Stillness »33 53. Lu The Exile »43 57. Hsiao Kuo Slight Excess 157 63. ^«"g Greatness 140 56. Contents vii 49. Chung Fu Inner Truthfulness »54 62. /iTutfi M^» The Marrying Girl »38 55. Chien Gradual Development 155 54. Wei Chi Before Completion 162 Yarrow Stalks for Prediction 165 Symbol and Number 165 How to Use Yarrow Stalks 166 Numerology 167 The Trigrams and Their Attributes 168 Chart for Identifying the Hexagrams 170 . Sun Penetration (Wind) »45 58. Chen Thunder (Shock) »Si 52. Tut Joyousness 148 59. Ting The Caldron 128 51. Chieh Limitation 152 61. ifuan Dispersion 150 60. CAt CAt Completion 159 64. . made their living by telling people how good fortune and avoid misfortune in the to get future. even the names emperors chose for themselves were related to the Five Elements. and this list. placed their ultimate trust in prophecy above the judgment of even the emperor. those called National Teachers were consulted by kings and governments (especially after astrological changes had occurred) on how to avoid war. philosophers. a list of predictions using the / Ching was compiled at the request of the emperor. called T'uei Pei T'u. I began to study the / Ching and to learn the arts of prediction from elders. and sages who predicted the future. . Those specializing in military strategy." has great influence among Chinese people all over the world. and Nanking so did my fascination. when considering an important undertaking. and other disasters. As I grew in — — Peking. or "Spring and Autumn. From reading tales of the past as a boy. still This aspect of Chinese history has always enthralled me. — Preface As long as there has been a China. China's oldest history book. 618-935). records that ancient governments. and philosophers. in his work Ch'un Ch'iu.d. the Shu Ching. though not in official positions. I became fascinated by the great statesmen. Many stories exist both in historical record and in oral tradition about the strategists.). and the future of newborn princes. and what they knew best were the / Ching methods of prediction." de- scribeshow dukes consulted oracles for advice on wars. called Teachers of the Army. or "Great Prophecy. In the Shang-Yin Dynasty (1766- 1154 B. prophets. famine. detected the situation and strategy of the enemy while devising tactics of their own.C. There were also those who. Every generation had these seers. the / Ching has helped to guide it. Shanghai. In the T'ang Dynasty (a.through prophecy and philosophy. The great Chinese sage Confucius. which were then and are now important in Chinese prophecy. marriages. and of their amazing accuracy. I began to make pre- dictions for myself and others. he contemplates the changes and ponders " on the oracles. he would give fifty to the study of the / Ching. changes according to the conditions around it: if it is sunny and also cold and dry. The / Ching says: "Therefore the superior man contemplates these images in times of restand meditates on the judgments. but if you know it is going to rain. Therefore he is blessed by heaven. In recent years. It is much like hearing a weather forecast: you cannot change the weather. and if it is raining but windy. My study of / Ching prediction continued following my emigration to the United States. I continued to study the / Ching and related books and to consult people concerned with prediction.X Preface even fortunetellers. pre- dictions can also be positive: if you know when it will rain. If good fortune is yours. otherwise the situation may slip into misfortune. there has been a surging discovery . so that he might be without great faults. Even now I write down in the first page of my diary the future of the coming year: the events for every month. 'Good fortune. (Many times my parents reproached me: "Do you want to be a fortuneteller?") During the Sino-Japanese War. Thus fortune. Even after the arrival of good fortune or misfortune. And if you find that a storm is coming. the philosophy of life contained in the / Ching may be consulted for guidance. like the weather. including monks. They have been strikingly accurate. you can plant your seed at the proper time. you can avoid much discomfort. in the West it is not nearly so well known. I made a series of predictions about the outcome of the Japanese war. it will remain sunny.' And Confucius wrote that if he could add more years to his life. hermits. and fortunetellers. Then at the end of each month and year I my predictions. check For the average person. Then one may act or not act accordingly. you can anchor your boat in the harbor. however. When he undertakes something. even every week. Of course. you should keep your present manner and avoid lapsing into arrogance or carelessness. all of which have proven to be remarkably correct. the winds will disperse the clouds and it will become sunny once more. If misfortune is your fate. and then about the future of National- ist and Communist China. repentance and humility may gain you good fortune. Although the / Ching has been revered in the East for over three thousand years as a holy book. the idea behind consulting the / Ching is to receive an indication of coming good fortune or misfortune. . using this book as a guide to interpret the answers he receives to his questions. I am deeply grateful to the many people who helped me in the preparation of this book. and to explain the coin method. The Ching contains every reality in the world.* including a lengthy foreword by the eminent Swiss psychiatrist C. sit He was so impressed by the book that he once advised a friend always to obey it. Ann Himler. Janice Kovar. For those readers who are interested in using yarrow stalks for prediction. there are two scenes in which his characters consult the / Ching for prediction. One need only ask the truth of it. including Robert A. Anderson. Baynes's English translation of the or Book of Changes (London: Routledge & Kegan Paul 1950 and 1967). and hexagrams for prediction purposes." Da Liu New York City • In this Preface and quote the 7 Ching from in the Introduction I Gary Wilhelm version: The I Ching: F. and it will resound with wisdom. in fact. there has yet to be a book specifically on this subject. The Glass Bead Game. I have also included an explanation of that method. Maureen Owen. Thus the reader can save time and avoid ambiguity. it knows no limits / of time or place. In spite of the increased interest in / Ching prediction. asking it questions. "The Changes are what has enabled the holy sages to reach all depths and to grasp the seeds of all things. This version primarily hopes to satisfy the reader who is interested in the coin method of prediction. Jung wrote further of his experiences with the / Ching — how he would under an old pear tree for hours. G. In his last novel. Indeed. The German author Herman Hesse also plunged deeply into the wisdom of the / Ching. Jung. trigrams. In the remainder of the book the translation of the I Ching is my own. and Olive Wong. Susan Delone. Jung wrote not only of the book's philosophy but also of its use in predicting the future. which does not require the numerical calculations of other techniques. much of his essay relates how he consulted the / Ching about whether or not to write that foreword! In his auto- biography. In 1950 Richard Wilhelm's classic German version appeared in an English translation. I have two main goals: to give a more detailed explanation of lines. Preface xi of this remarkable book. Hesse once said that the / Ching can transform a life. for it never made mistakes. . I CHING COIN PREDICTION . . First he invented the unbroken and broken lines to represent the polar forces of the universe: positive (yang) and negative (yin). In 1150 B. — Introduction Background of the / Ching The / Ching. society. a legendary Chinese sage who lived during the age of hunting and fishing over 4. King Wen arranged — and named the sixty-four hexagrams each consisting of six lines and wrote a commentary for each known as "The Judgment. assembled the original version of what we know today as the / Ching. So impressed was he that he three times wore out the leather thongs which bound his copy! Not only did he study it ex- tensively. the Duke of Chou.C. in . — birds and animals." is the root of Chinese civiliza- tion. completed his work by adding commentaries on the individual lines of the hexagrams as well as a commentary on each Judgment. the progenitor of the Chou Dynasty (1150- 849 B. from his direct observation of the world the earth and sky..). and himself he constructed the eight trigrams." which came to be considered part of the / Ching itself. each of which consists of three lines and stands for some asp>ect of nature. While he was being held captive for seven years by the emperor Shin Chou (who feared his popularity).500 years ago." After King Wen's death his son. not in abstruse meta- physics. Thus the / Ching is grounded in nature and the everyday world. Five hundred years later Confucius came in contact with the Book of Changes. These commentaries pro- vided the philosophical framework for / Ching prediction. but he and his disciples also wrote a series of essays known as the "Ten Wings. The Ten Wings may be compared to a lengthy book review. King Wen. Its originalform was devised by Fu Shi.C. — Then. or "Book of Changes. and the individual person. The / Ching itself says: "Therefore the superior man. as its name implies. They must . For the person who consults them. — 2 Introduction which Confucius explains and analyzes the philosophical and spiritual bases of the work. The / Ching was one of the few books spared in the great book burning of 213 B. It takes up his communications like an echo. rulers. consults the Changes.C. that everything is difficult at its inception. many scholars and philosophers studied the / Ching and contributed commentaries. They include a discussion of the attributes of the eight trigrams. and he does so in words. neither far nor near. Lines." The / Ching is an investigation of the unconscious not of superstition. The / Ching has always been considered a sacred book in China. when much was written on prediction. for it has seemed to me of uncommon significance. In nature this is the interval between spring and winter. Jung wrote. Each hex- agram is made up of six broken or unbroken lines. a commentary on the Symbols. Hexagrams. agriculture.c. society. wisdom. and thus he learns of the things of the future. Trigrams In his foreword to Richard Wilhelm's version of the / Ching. Accompanying and commenting upon the hexagrams are the Judgment and the Symbol. and caution. and the individual. "For more than thirty years I have interested myself in this oracle technique.D. Difficulty in the Beginning. therefore one should prepare and have patience." This exploration is highly systematized.. The / Ching is like a catalogue containing sixty-four categories: the hexagrams. advice. and also warning. After Confucius.-A. C. neither dark nor deep exist for it. which apply to and contain ideas from nature. For example. in which the emperor Chin Shih Hwang Ti destroyed all books not relating to medicine. or method of exploring the unconscious. and military strategists have consulted it before making decisions. the hexagrams provide knowledge. Chun. especially in the Han Dy- nasty (206 B. and generations of scholars. in- dicates. 205). and miscellaneous notes on the hexagrams. virtue. G. when the weather is still cold but plants are preparing under the ground to sprout. or divination. whenever he has to make or do something. Hexagram 3. Num- ber 13 is T'ung Jen. Hexagram 11. In the Symbol for this hexagram. to suffer the unfavorable weather. Lines. Fellowship of Men. he should be well prepared and have the patience to deal with the initial difficulties which society will oflfer. shows the attitude which a person must have to maintain his good fortune. which indicates good fortune again. but the next hexa- gram is Fu. or Youth. and the one after that is the result of conflict: the Army. in terms of the individual. nations and people struggle for natural resources. The sequence of later hexagrams indicates misfortune hiding in good fortune. With •'vod- esty. and a Judg- ment. Modesty. Yu is Happiness. Thus when a person has a new commitment or undertaking. most of the six lines can be inter- preted as having three elements: a Symbol. businessmen compete for jobs. Unlike other hexagrams that depict favorable situations. Hexagram 23. Other hexagrams show a succession of favorable conditions. so Hexagram 5 is Nourishment." The next hexagram. Peace. weeds compete with crops for nourishment. Great Possessions. to work or to fight. Meng. Even children sometimes fight. Trigrams 5 have enough energy to break through the frozen ground and. For the fifth line of Hexagram 11. "Six in the fifth place" is the . Peace. Hexagrams. Po. he attains favor everywhere. it in- dicates a persongrowing up. T'ai. Shih." The second sentence shows the relation of this situation to the individual person and society: "The superior man makes order out of disorder. Lines in hexagrams are numbered from the bottom up. Peace. Like the hexagrams they make up. In nature. in its reference to nature depicts the growth of plants and trees. misfortune will be the result. in 15 every line is fortunate. the first sentence indicates the natural difficulties referred to by the hexagram: "Clouds and thunder symbolize Difficulty in the Beginning. the following hexagram. So the next hexa- gram. Stagnation. is Conflict. is also a bad situation. or Waiting. So the next hexagram. 6. means that through their struggle the people have become prosperous again. has a top line of misfortune). The next hexagram. a condition in which persons facing danger or difficulty join together to coordinate their efforts. number 4. as shown by its name. or vice versa. once they come out. in the world. But plants and youth should both get good nourishment (or good education). Return. signifies good fortune or favorable conditions. T'ai. Decay. but following it is Pi. Ta Yu. But if they now become arrogant or lazy. an Event. and in society. 15. (Even T'ai. The third line refers to that period of transition from attending school to living in society: "The superior man works creatively the whole day." meaning that it is time for the child to have a teacher. In number 13. Lu. indicating that the line is a broken line and fifth from the bottom of the hexagram. the sixth line reads. or a child still incapable of contributing to society. The Event of this line refers to a particular emperor." "This will bring blessings and great good fortune" is the Judgment. which points to a bright future for the predictor in his present situation. One of the lessons to be learned from the sequence of conditions in both the lines and the hexagrams is that one should not be discouraged by misfortune. In the first hexagram. the fifth line reads. but he is about to graduate and thinking hard about what to do with his life. this is the great jump from home and school into society. By the fifth line the person has matured and holds a high and power- ful position: "The dragon flies in the heavens. The growth or the sequence of events six lines reflect the stages of within an individual hexagram. Ming I. the bottom line reads. The same line may contain both good fortune and misfortune. "They cry and lament. Ch'ien. and is cautious in the evening. nor become haughty or careless after meeting good fortune. and in wintertime there are days that are warm. The Event is "The Emperor I gives his daughter in marriage. any of the six individual Unes may indicate a — departure from the general conditions ^just as in the warmest of summers some days are cool and pleasant. the Great Treatise of the / Ching." The beginning of this hexagram thus signifies something in an — immature state an idea in the mind that has not yet led to action or commitment. is not infrequent: in Hexa- gram 36. although the overall situation may be favor- able or unfavorable. the Creative." One is still studying. Later they laugh. "There is benefit in meeting a great man." But the last line indicates that after a time.4 Introduction Symbol." The scene or event is now beginning. which. In the fourth line the dragon "leaps from the abyss"." And in Hexagram 56. "The dragon is seen on the field. "The exile laughs in the beginning. incidentally. he will be retired or his business closed: "The dragon is arrogant and will have cause to repent. "The hibernating dragon does not act. the Exile. This teaching can be found in Confucius's Ta Chuan. T'ung Jen." In other hexagrams. . the child is growing up and starting to interact with society. The second line continues. every line refers to a specific person. Fellowship of Men. The second line says. water. 1). At some point in the history of prediction the trigrams also became associated with the astrological symbols the — twelve signs of the zodiac." In many places in the / Ching it is of benefit to con- tinue or persist in what one is doing.lower (Fig. and the third. the lower (lines one. The hexagram is composed of two primary trigrams. one of the Five Elements. Lines. a person consulting the / Ching should consider the eight three-lined trigrams. while the second line predicts misfortune for the same action. The upper (lines four. where. Since ancient times the nuclear trigrams have been used in prediction. They provide us with more detail and enable us to be more precise in judging good fortune and misfortune in the future. which. let us look at Hexagram 42. Also in the hexagram are the two nuclear trigrams (Fig. 1). In Hexagram 60. Four trigrams are found in each hexagram. The trigram has an Attribute. Limitation. and how much. . Increase. the upper and the lower (Fig. /. signifies the history of civilization. and six) is considered The Four Trigrams of a Hexagram Primary Trigrams: Nuclear Trigrams: upper— upper -j^ •__ — ^iMaa -|— "] upper lower — w^^—iMi I . fire. according to the Ta Chuan. To illustrate how to interpret a hexagram by using the trigrams. and fifth lines the upf>er. why. earth. The second. Hexagrams. Chieh. and is related to the Five Elements (also called the Five States of Change): wood. third. fourth. in other places to persist is imprudent. and fourth lines constitute the lower nuclear trigram. metal. The upper and lower primary trigrams are both related to wood. the first line advises that one "does not go out of the door and courtyard" (if he main- if tains his present position). Symbol. when.1) to be outside and above. and three) to be inside and below. Trigrams 5 laments later. who. there willbe no blame. answering the questions how. two. five. and Characteristic. In addition to the individual lines and the hexagrams as a whole. 6 Introduction The upper is soft wood, the lower is hard wood. The upper trigram, Sun, also means penetration; the lower, Chen, means movement. The lower nuclear trigram, K'un, means soil or land, and the upper nuclear trigram. Ken, means mountain or highland. Both nuclear trigrams relate to the earth, another of the Five Elements. So the hexagram as a whole indicates a wooden instrument penetrating the soil and being moved; tilling the soil. Thus civilization began. Coins and Prediction In the Ta Chuan, Confucius writes "The Changes have no con- sciousness, no action; they are quiescent and do not move. But if they are stimulated, they penetrate all situations under heaven." "Stimu- lating" theChanges means using instruments of prediction to deter- mine the hexagram that contains the answer to your question. In Chinese prediction there are two main systems: symbolic and numerical. This differentiation began in ancient times when tortoise shells and their markings were associated with symbob, and yarrow stalks with their accompanying calculations with numbers. Among the various instruments used to consult the oracles, these two were the most important and the most popular. It is believed that in the Shang-Yin Dynasty animal bones and tortoise- shells were used because the people were not far removed from a hunting and fishing culture. As the culture developed into an agricultural one during the Chou Dynasty, bones and shells were replaced by plants. In the / Ching, yarrow stalks are frequently mentioned and designated as an integral part of its use: "In ancient times the holy sages made the Book of Changes thus: They invented the yarrow-stalk oracle to lend aid in a mysterious way to the light of the gods." The use of yarrow stalks, however, was time-consuming and re- quired eighteen separate hand manipulations, making it too com- plicated for general use and acceptance. During the time of the Warring States (403-221 B.C.), therefore, coins were introduced as an instrument of prediction. The Warring-States p>eriod began almost eighty years after the death of Confucius. This was the last part of the Chou Dynasty, and, as its name implies, a period of incessant fighting. Large states were constantly annexing smaller ones, and dukes were usurping both kings and each other. But "war is both a poison and a medicine." Coins and Prediction 7 Just as there was great competition between the states, so there was rivalry within them as scholars and experts vied for official positions. This led to a great many advancements in society, especially in the field of military strategy. In the field of prediction as well there w^as an impetus for new development: with so much strife and uncertainty people had a greater need to predict events, and to predict them faster. It was in this period that the great philosopher and military Kuei strategist Kuo Tse lived. A Taoist who led a hermit's life in themountains and was regarded as a mysterious sage, he studied the / Ching deeply and contemplated how the yin-and-yang principle applied to every- thing in the world, both physical and spiritual. Hundreds of states- men, military strategists, magicians, and astrologers studied under him and left to serve in various states as high officials and officers. From his study of military strategy and then prediction, Kuei Kuo Tse came to feel that using the yarrow stalks was too time-consuming and not suitable for the turbulent society of his day. So he devised the use of coins for prediction to replace both yarrow stalks and tortoise shells. The coin method became widely used in Chinese society, but the number of coins used varied. Sometimes only one coin was used to obtain a simple yes/no or good/bad answer, sometimes five, six, or even ten coins were employed. In the later Han Dynasty, the premier of Shou Kingdom was Chu Go Liang, another famous philosopher and who used six coins to predict military events military strategist, and hundreds of years in the future. This six coin to forecast events divination was called "Predictions on the Horse" because of the prominence of the horse in combat. The ten coin method of predic- tion originated with Chu Yan Chang, the first emperor of the Ming Dynasty. When he was a monk, during the later Yuan Dynasty (1348- 1355), he used ten coins to help decide whether to escape or to join the bandits who were approaching him. He forsook both alternatives and became the leader of the revolution which toppled the Yuan Dynasty. The use of only three coins, however, wasmore scholarly, more refined, and more popular. In the Ch'ing Dynasty (1644-1911), Wang Hung Shu wrote a detailed book called the Pu Shi Ch'ing Tsung (literally, "Orthodoxy of Prediction") to interpret results obtained with three coins. This book is still widely used by Chinese fortune- — 8 Introduction tellers. It is extremely difficult, however, for Westerners to under- stand. The same hexagrams Ching can be found that ap|>ear in the / here, but only the names and without any text. The Five Elements — wood, fire, earth, metal, water and their productive and destructive interrelationships are explained; the titles and relationships of father and son, brother and sister, husband and wife are used, as are the five symbolic animals: blue dragon, red bird, white tiger, black turtle, yellow snake. Each generation improves on the achievements of the last. This is true even in the realm of prophecy. Coins are a development of the symbolic system. The numerical system has also advanced beyond yarrow stalks. Numerology arose, and recently I have used a new instrument, the computer, to calculate a person's destiny based on numbers which affect his life. How to Use the Coins Today there are people who believe the use of coins to be less formal or spiritual than the use of yarrow stalks. This is not the case; there is a spirituality connected with both the coins themselves and the method of their use. The spiritual associations of the ancient Chinese coins used for prediction are derived from the / Ching itself. The Chinese coins are round with a square hole in the center; the round outer shape stands for Ch'ien, heaven, while the square hole represents K'un, earth. One side has four characters; this is the yang, or positive side. The other side originally had no characters; in theMan Ch'ing Dy- nasty, however, — two were added the Man Chou characters. This is the even-numbered side, representing yin, the negative. Altogether, the four added to the two stand for the six lines of the hexagrams; the total of three coins stands for heaven, earth, and man, as well as for the three lines of the trigrams. It is true that other coins are often used; I have seen coins made in Switzerland especially for prediction, with numbers and yin and yang symbols. It is quite permissible to use ordinary American coins; the "heads" side is yang, the "tails" side is yin. No matter what coins are to be used, the same procedure should be followed. The {>erson consulting the / Ching for prediction should first burn incense. One may consult either alone or with someone else who is the predictor, but in either case the person who wants to obtain the relevant hexagram. Thus. Then he shakes the three coins in the smoke of the incense these — should be held in clasped palms or in a special container and — throws them on a table or some other flat surface. the coins are thrown six times. (b) one yin (tails) and two yang (heads) sides. Only when a person has clearly and definitely in his mind what he wants to know can the / Ching give a clear and definite answer. "A tall tower nine stories high is built upon basketfuls of earth. and an Old Yang changes to a broken line. the results of each toss were noted by one dot for a Young Yang line. including his name. It is much like correctly filling out an important application form. and for what purpose. too. a circle for an Old Yang line. it is possible to receive two hexagrams of the / Ching in response to a single question. as though it were a person.) A is one which changes to its opposite changing." For each toss of the coins there are four pKJSsible combinations: (a)one yang (heads) and two yin (tails) sides. Inorganic things. Lao-tze wrote. The reader can make the dots or draw the lines directly from the coin tosses. If there is no changing line. The hexagram is constructed from bottom to top: one line is de- termined by each throw of the coins. How to Use the Coins p an answer from the / Ching should pray. After you have completed tossing the coins. which equal Old Yin. Starting at the bottom rather than the top is quite natural: organic things such as plants and trees are nourished through their roots. but he should use the circles and Xs to indicate chang- ing lines. a changing un- broken line. an Old Yin changes to an unbroken line. which equal Young Yang. together with the commentary I have . it has a specific purpose: to concentrate our thoughts and quiet the mind. an unchanging unbroken line. which equalOld Yang. refer to the Judgment and Symbol of the hexagram you have obtained. He should address the / Ching directly. a changing broken line. Thus. an unchangfing broken line. two dots for a Young Yin line. asking it for instructions. (In ancient times. and an X for an Old Yin line. with the first throw deter- mining the bottom line and the sixth throw the top line. (c) three yang (heads) sides. or moving. what he wants. line after the initial hexagram is obtained. This ritual is no mere superstition. you may then refer to the body of this book to receive the answer to your question. where he hves. and (d) three yin (tails) sides. which equal Young Yin. follow this principle. (The four Chinese characters on the yang side. when the moon is full." Chen. when something reaches its high jxjint. you will find that they are designated as "Nine at the bottom. Ag^in this practice is derived directly from the / Ching." "Six in the second place. Then. The reason can be found in the / Ching itself: "When the sun stands at midday. line. or broken." In other words. You may wonder why three yin sides together and three yang sides together constitutechanging lines. lines that turn into their opposites. six is the total of the characters on the yin sides of the coins. Study the Judgment and Symbol of the new hexagram. it begins to set. refer to all of them. If there ha changing line. each has two yang and one yin line. It may be that there is more than one changing line. It is not necessary to refer to any of the lines of the hexagram. it changes into its opposite. K'an. in the Ta Chuan it is written: "The light trigrams have more dark lines. the three negative trigrams. nine is the sum of the three yang sides of the coins." "at the top. When you look up particular lines. What follows the number —"at the bottom." refers to the order of the lines in the hexagram. "Nine in the second place" means an unbroken line in the place second from the bottom." "in the third place. as a second step. Sun. which also represent the three sons but they all consist of two Yin lines and one Yang Une. The number is always either six or nine. The nine indicates a yang line. You may also wonder why two yang sides and one yin make a yin. are considered one unit. which then becomes yin. for they may give you additional insight as you look for an answer to your question. but since they all change simultaneously. the dark trigrams have more light lines. the three daughters. repre- senting the four seasons in one year. . refer directly to it in the section headed "The Lines" under the original hexagram obtained. Li. — lo Introduction written for it. and Tui. and assigned the number three. refer to the new hexagram obtained when the moving line changes. it begins to wane. and Ken are the three positive trigrams." or the like. Three positive coins represent the highest point of yang." "Six at the top. In that case.) The six indicates a yin line. The fullness and emptiness of heaven and earth wane and wax in the course of time. only one new hexagram is obtained. the same is true for the reverse. For example. Here are some typical questions: If I go to Europe as I plan. travel. marriage. India. The text accompanying the first line says. Slight Excess. but she was not sure whether or not it was advisable for her to go. or sickness. school. 2). Will I succeed or not? In starting a new enterprise. should I go to the South or to the Midwest? When will I find love? Willmy present boyfriend/girlfriend be a good marriage part- ner or not? Will I complete my studies and get my degree this summer? Will my health improve soon? Once a girl interested in prediction was introduced to me by one of my students in / Ching She was planning to take a trip to class. 2 . will good fortune or misfortune result? I want to start a new business because the situation in my city seems good to me now. both for a vacation and to buy goods for the gift shop she owned. I had her throw the coins. last toss is moving line at top line bottom ©0© ©©© ©©© ©®® X 1 : yang side of coin/ positive/ heads 2: yin side of coin/ negative/ tails Fig. "A The six coin tosses: First Hexagram: Second Hexagram: First toss is bottom 62. 55. and as she did she asked the / Ching. Greatness line. Sample Questions ii Sample Questions My experience has been that the most frequent kinds of questions people ask the / Ching have to do with business. with the moving line at the bottom (Fig. "Will good fortune or misfortune result from my trip?" After six tosses she obtained Hexagram 62. Slight Excess. while "misfortune" indicates loss or failure. both in the translations of the texts and in my commentaries. Included in these interpretations are examples drawn both from my own experience with prediction and from Confucius's work Ch'un Ch'iu. In addition. And second. "The superior man" who is China a person referred to so often in the texts indicated in ancient of wisdom. "Good fortune" indicates gain or success. The reader will discover that certain words recur many times. pointing out to her thenew hexagram that results when the moving line changes. "Humiliation" refers to . and I told her that it indicated she should not take an airplane —she should go by ship instead. and high standing. a marriage. Feng. but she changed girl her plans and went by ship. accompanying each line are specific indications of what to expect in the future. This is Number 55. what is gained or lost may be money. Greatness. which indicates — abundance in business matters a good time to make money. In our own age one might think of a professional person of good standing. and wisdom as "the superior man. time. the girl made a handsome profit. good nature.13 Introduction bird encounters misfortune when it soars. First. even though there was no serious damage. these are derived from my long contact with the wisdom of Chinese pre- diction." She asked how this re- lated to her question. Two things happened. Interpreting the Results In book the reader is provided with my own translations from this the / Ching of the Judgment and Symbol of each hexagram and the text of each line. When she then told me she wanted to cancel the trip completely. I have added my interpretations of each hexagram making use of the attributes of the trigrams and the Five Elements. as a result of her piu^chases in India." The other words refer to the outcome of events. virtue. These words have come down to us from ancient times and the reader should be acquainted with their meanings. the passengers were detained there for several days. a job — anything important to an individual. I advised against that. The had already bought her airplane ticket. the airplane she would have flown on was hijacked to Cuba. These interpretations and examples will help the reader apply the hexagrams to his own situation. friends. "Priests" and "monks" referred to Buddhist monks and Taoist priests. The predictions accompanying the lines sometimes mention the birth timeand zodiac symbols of the person bringing the question. Ihave tried to bring the traditional Chinese categories of prediction up to date. The reader consulting the lines will find indications con- cerning the future situation in his job or at his school as well as in his private life. These references are based on Chinese astrology. were those who worked the land. or other possible disasters. In this book the categories have been extended in accordance with the times. "students" or "scholars" were those people. "Individuals" included all other people." of course. / Ching prediction can be very detailed. he does not bear the guilt —the situation is beyond his control. Interpreting the Results i^ strong embarrassment or shame which one suffers as a result of the situation. "Business- men" were shopkeepers and merchants. "Employees" were those clerks who worked for the govern- ment as civil servants. "No blame" means that even if a person experiences loss or suffers humiliation. Sometimes there are specific predictions for women. or were simply waiting to get a job somewhere else. "Danger" signifies a time to be cautious of theft. In Confucius's work Ch'un Ch'iu. What he got was the future of the next eight generations —from one hexagraml . not necessarily in school. accident. who were studying for the official civil service examinations. The category "priests" and "monks" should be considered to include all those who work in religious organizations or institutions. In my commentaries. especially those which accompany the lines. the Chinese system. and "farmers. or does not have access to. he describes a father who asked an oracle to predict his son's future at birth. but otherwise the commentaries apply to women the same as to men. "Remorse" is the result of an individual's action for which he later feels guilt and wishes he did not do. but Western astrology may be used if the reader is not familiar with. those who had special professions within religion. In China. 1. The superior man strengthens himself unceasingly. which live and die. The Creative is the strongest of the hexagrams. the Creative. however. resulting in movement: the unceasing movement of the heavens. Ch'ien / The Creative The first hexagram stands for heaven. Through its energy heaven creates all beings. Applying too much strength. and strength. blossom and decay. both day and night. and if it comes to those who seek direction. The superior man contemplates this idea of heaven. indicating heaven. the leader. In so doing he contributes to society. THE JUDGMENT The Creative brings great success. and constantly tries to perfect his mental and physical powers. the king. THE SYMBOL Heaven moves powerfully. Benefiting all through perseverance. THE LINES Nine at the bottom: The hibernating dragon does not act. movement. '4 . they should observe caution in using their strength. because it is composed of six unbroken lines. Thus the universe continues perpetually. imitates it. produces arrogance and failure. The upper and lower primary trigrams and the two nuclear trigrams are all Ch'ien. the father. The Creative is the root of all the other hexagrams. Keep in mind the principles of rest and yielding. This structure imparts to the hexagram great energy. Ch'ien indicates a leader or a wise and experienced man who has vitality with which to create and construct. monks. No blame. while the latter will enjoy good family relations. For the businessman. and is cautious in the evening. farmers* lands and fortunes will increase. rather. A woman can expect to marry a prosperous man or get rich independently. Nine in the second place: The dragon is seen on the field. There is much movement without rest. Women will experience difficulties in their relationships with men. No blame. merchants will prosper. Women and religious p>ersons. Nine in the fourth place: The dragon leaps from the abyss. a time to rest and prepare. People in general will be aided by those above them. it is. There is benefit in meeting a great man. Ch'ien / The Creative jj It is not a good time to be active or to commit oneself. Nine in the third place: The superior man works creatively the whole day. This is a period of disadvantage. and may come into some money. Danger. . If a person loses his job he should wait for another. One try. Working people can expect to be very busy with two jobs. those who are working will re- ceive important jobs and get along well with intelligent superiors. During this time students and scholars will pass their exams with high grades and gain recognition. students and the unemployed should also wait for an opportunity. however. Nine in the fifth place: The dragon flies in the heavens. His doubts will cause hesitation. and people working in religious organizations will gain high jxjsitions. The second line denotes a time of development. There is benefit in meeting a great man. activity will be slow. can anticipate a calm and comfortable period. but the unemployed will find it hard to get work. however. Only for priests. On the whole one can expect to encounter hard times. and women is this line favorable: for the former there will be peace of mind. to should be cautious and not hurry. a time of work and thinking. A person can expect to retire or receive a minor position. K'un / The Receptive K'un means earth. If you can learn to adjust to society. Electric current will not flow if there are only positive or negative charges. that yielding can overcome strength. and they cannot be separated: they are indispensable to each other and symbolize one unit. however. mother. yielding. and even with good recommendations. mother. but their incomes will increase. Nine at the top: The dragon is arrogant and will have cause to repent. t 2. indicate weakness. This means that those in power are in danger of losing their friends and fol- lowers. . things characterized by receptivity. A woman will gain the power and im- {x>rtance of a man in her work. a person who has lost his job will have no success finding a new one. Arrogance leads to trouble and thus to repentance. the yin principle. Lao-tze recognized in it the principle for his philosophy of life. Ch'ien is yang. the first hexagram. Women will either get married or have troubles with male relationships. Al- though K'un is opposite in structure to Ch'ien.i6 ICun I The Receptive One will be helped by an important or influential person to achieve his or her goal. K'un is yin. Misfortune for old men is indicated by this line. For the unemployed this means both work and opportunity. expect to go to court. many people will help you. it is not opposed to it. The upper and lower primary and nuclear trigrams are all K'un: earth. If misfortune should occur. those already employed will not be promoted. The hexagram does not. but this will result in her being isolated. It supports the mountains and cradles the oceans and never feels that it can no longer endure. Be wary of a vindictive attack: people with jobs should guard against gossip and slander. THE LINES Six at the bottom: When hoarfrost is underfoot. She accepted all the responsibilities of the family. solid ice will soon come. however. In the beginning he will go astray. a woman will be able to make her family prosperous. She was like the earth. and raising chil- dren. nor display its glory. THE SYMBOL The earth's condition is that of the Receptive. in spite of hard work or unpleasantness. K'un represented the ideal mother. The superior man has the greatness of character To bear with everything in the world. THE JUDGMENT The Receptive: great success. Good fortune. She would always dispense love and kindness. Ch'ien stood for the king and K'un for the queen. K'un I The Receptive jj In ancient China. which grows every- thing and receives everything back. j)er- forming imp>ortant jobs in the home. and students should guard against jealousy. . But later will receive guidance. Dur- ing this time. In the traditional Chinese family. neither does it complain. giving birth. Misfortune can be expected if one does not change his demeanor. He can find a friend in the southwest And lose friends in the northeast. Peacefulness and continuance. Benefiting from the quality of a mare —perseverance. The superior man has an undertaking. even that which we consider dirty and ugly. no blame. wives will live harmoniously and their families will prosper. this is a time to develop good character and gain higher status: they will benefit their families and help their husbands' careers. If your plans are interrupted. If in public office. One will receive money or other benefits —p>erhaps a position at headquarters. For women. you can avoid disaster by acting cautiously. But women will do well in their careers and family lives owing to their good character and abilities. The blood is black and yellow. This line indicates a time of benefit. square. Even if he passes his exam. . while the student will not easily find work. it is a time of great success. Six in the fifth place: A yellow lower garment means sub- lime good fortune. the scholar writes well and soon achieves success. Expect danger. A p)erson may be demoted or even lose his job. Six at the top: Dragons fight in the wilderness. great —without study.i8 K'un I The Receptive Six in the second place: Straight. No recognition. Keep quiet and inactive and you will not get into trouble. During this time beware of quarrels and lawsuits. People with jobs should be watchful. The character and ability of a woman will grow. Working people do a good job and become eligible for promotion. One may profitably acquire property. Six in the third place: Hide your and you can con- ability tinue in your position. the academic will gain recognition and become prosperous. for promotions will be dif- ficult to get. For students and scholars. the student will not win favor. businessmen plan wisely and their enterprises pros- per. do not show yourself. Employed people will receive high promotions. Six in the fourth place: The sack is tied up. but complete the work. A time of quiet achievement. Everything runs smoothly and without trouble. Everything benefits. Thus we have the image of sprouts coming up through the frozen ground. movement. K'an can also mean water. the time is favorable for new sprouts. Chen spring. Difficulty in the beginning indicates later improvement: if a southeast wind or sunshine comes. however. the clouds disperse. the weather will eventually become warmer. of course. and. To those who seek guidance. danger or difficulty. One should find helpers. Chun I Difficulty in the Beginning ip *. With regard to the seasons. The superior man makes order out of disorder. Chen. . a very hard time: difficulty in the beginning. You must also prepare. but even if the spring is harsh. ice and snow. the day is fair. K'an. Chun / Difficulty in the Beginning The third hexagram signifies difficulty or confusion in the begin- ning but the restoration of order later on. It is of benefit to continue Without planning to go someplace. the lower primary trigram. and rain. THE JUDGMENT Difficulty in the Beginning: great success. and the sky becomes clear. this hexagram means that the present time is not favorable for action. The upper primary trigram. They should be patient and await the right time. means water. 3. To- gether they present the image of clouds and thunder in the heavens: a condition of disorder. thunder ceases. Chen can mean wood or grass. You should not simply wait. A good opportunity for undertaking will eventually pre- sent itself. means eldest son. thunder. clouds. THE SYMBOL Clouds and thunder symbolize Difficulty in the Beginning. But after the rain stops. K'an means winter. One should also be wary of being detained by someone in trouble.20 Chun I Difficulty in the Beginning THE LINES Nine at the bottom: Considering and considering. Six in the fourth place: He goes back and forth on horse- back. Everything benefits. It is of benefit to continue in the right way. knowing this. He seeks marriage but the girl does not want an engagement. If he seeks marriage. Six in the second place: Many difficulties. however. Students and scholars. For women. Working people can will live . It is also the time for a person to get married or gain a friend. Six in the third place: He hunts deer with a forester. People in school will receive help from a superior and succeed. Act only with caution. A student may expect difficulty which will hinder his progress. Now is a good time for people to change their careers to highly competitive ones — — perhaps in the military and thus become power- ful. One should find helpers.one can remain stable without haste or failure. will not easily find jobs. Working people will do their jobs well and receive important positions. rather it is a time to be quiet and refrain from action. but remember that hesitation now can lead to trouble later. After ten years she does. but he is not a robber. or demotion. one will meet obstacles —perhaps a lawsuit—and it will be hard to achieve one's goal. To act now may lead to dishonor. and families are indicated. he will have good fortune. The superior man. To go on would bring regret. This line indicates good fortune and advantage in every way: one harmoniously and achieve one's goals. prefers to give up the hunt. dismissal. He goes back and forth on horseback. good character. If birth time and zodiac symbols are not favorable. successful careers. He gets lost in the forest. " . no answer. "The first time he asks. Keep a check on the health of your parents. Good fortune for small things. perhaps extreme misfortune. Ken means mountain or the youngest: the stream of water.. recognition. Meng / Youth Youthful folly. which are blank. while the student will easily get a job to his liking. I answer. He sheds tears with blood! Arrogance leads to misfortune. At work you should guard against jealousy and slander. Ken. Six at the top: He goes back and forth on horseback. an immature condition. thus the task of educating youth is a holy one. Misfortune for great things. K'an. and the chance for promotion. Women who want to marry will find good husbands and have fine children. but caution can avoid it. Misconduct leads to trouble. Here K'an means water is or danger. at school you should be wary of receiving insult. is signified by the fourth hexagram. one should teach children to act in the correct way. but if he asks again and again .. The upper trigram Ken. Accordingly. One can direct them to do both good and evil. the lower trigam K'an. Meng I Youth 21 expect high salaries. This image indicates a purity like the minds of children. is just coming out from the foot of the mountain. The Judgment says. Meng also refers to the education of the young. no matter how high your position or connections. 4. Nine in the fifth place: Difficulties in prosperity. Now is the time to plan carefully. In this way will you meet with great success. . Obstacles in the mind should be removed. humiliation. this hexagram indicates that they should be more thoughtful. The superior man will cultivate his character Through decisive action. or you will not receive the correct answer. The student can expect to pass his exams and start a new career. Otherwise. But if he asks again and again. The youth seeks me. I answer. This symbolizes Youth. Benefit for continuance. Arranging a marriage brings good fortune. THE SYMBOL A spring comes out at the foot of the mountain.22 Meng I Youth Applied to using the / Ching. disputes. Treat people generously. It is annoyance: no answer. it is better to use discipline. Onewill encounter gossip. To those who seek direction. The first time he asks. Nine in the second place: To treat youth generously brings good fortune. you should explain clearly and patiently what you mean. If someone misunderstands you. THE JUDGMENT It is not I who seek him. and willbe liable to fall out of harmony with one's friends or family. perhaps even lawsuits. This a good time for people to find opportunities in education is or law. THE LINES Six at the bottom: To enlighten youth. The son can take over the household. but in the end will be free of entanglements. this means that there is only one hexa- gram for one question —you should ask your question only once. and students should guard against wasting study time. No benefit. People should avoid bribery at work. however. easily achieve his undertakings. Humiliation. lawsuits. If employed. it does no good to commit a violation. in addition he can expect to associate with a great or important personality. Students should look to teaching careers for fulfillment. when she sees a rich man. Nine at the top: To punish youth. The idea is to prevent a violation. can expect to achieve their goals and gain rewards. Perhaps marriage and children are indicated. if a student. your chances are not good for promotion. Be quiet and cautious. or slander from those below. Six in the fourth place: The youth beset by confusion. Meng I Youth 2^ Conditions will be peaceful. and keep his job. You may have trouble getting along with other people at this time. thefts. Students. do not get lost by taking action thought- lessly. Caution is advised. and one may be either active or at rest. you can expect to achieve your goals easily. If you receive this line. Now it is best to be quiet and cautious. Good fortune. . A man should beware of failure due to trouble with women or with drinking. At this time there may be disputes. loses her control. and your enterprises may not go smoothly. and working people may obtain jobs related to the government. otherwise one will be caught up in gossip. lack of recom- mendations will make it hard to get a job. Six in the fifth place: The youth submits. Six in the third place: Do not choose a girl who. A pjerson will be in harmony with society. . Nourishment here also means good opp>ortunity. . Continuing leads to good fortune. If you are sincere You will have glory (light) and success. his hands and legs crossed. Thus the hexagram indicates waiting. sky. The Chinese character for Hsu pictures a man sitting with his spine erect. you will see your glory. Those who get this hexagram should be ambitious. Proceed step by step. not rapidly. but not idly: one should use this time to prepare for the future. Nourishment in this case is the reserve of inner energy in the meditator's abdomen. Competition at this time can be a bene- ficial thing. Hsu / Waiting (Nourishment) Hsu means necessity. The image is that of water in the heavens: it is cloudy and it will rain." If you persevere with meditation and await the rising of energy. This hexagram also refers to meditation. there will be good fortune in seeking transfer and advancement. but not afraid. you must wait. The sixth line indicates that you should treat friends. or strength. be careful. even enemies. you will be successful through effort with caution. . the lower is Ch'ien —heaven. It is of benefit to cross the great water (to travel to remote places). The Decision says. or waiting. generously. colleagues. . "If you are sincere.24 Hsu I Waiting (Nourishment) 5. Crossing the great water means the passing of the essence from the |)elvic flower up the spinal cord to the top of the head. you will have glory (light) and success. According to the fifth line. The upper trigram is K'an —water or danger. THE JUDGMENT Waiting. but you cannot make it rain. nourishment. on a four-legged bench. A time of agitation: one will be involved in disputes or lawsuits and disturbed by gossip. Both teachers and students are liable to become the objects of blame because of either their work or their exams. It is of benefit to continue. This symbolizes Waiting. A student should guard against slander. If a person should lose his job. THE LINES Nine at the bottom: Waiting in the countryside. Even ifone has some success.it will be his own fault. he will not be satisfied with his situation. Come out from the pit. Nine in the third place: Waiting in the mud brings on the enemy. But now is the time to avoid adventuresome undertakings and to work instead at maintaining one's {>osition. Nine in the second place: Waiting in the sand (seashore. This is the time to consider a job involving speaking. Caution in traveling is advised. But if one treats others generously. Good fortune in the end. The superior man enjoys his food and drink. He remains relaxed and happy. bank of the river) arouses gossip. everything will resolve itself. Hsu I Waiting (Nourishment) 2$ It is of benefit to cross the great water (to travel to remote places). THE SYMBOL Clouds rise up in the sky. . Six in the fourth place: Waiting in blood. No regret. Everyone should be wary of theft or loss of p>ossessions. Treat them courteously. Proceed slowly and be extremely cautious. and students can get their degrees. At this time you can expect to gain property or money. Heaven implies an upward movement. Sung / Conflict A conflict. or you may get married. If you are a student. Ch'ien also stands for an old man or leader. Six at the top: Entering the pit. or dispute is indicated by Sung. otherwise you are des- tined for misery and sickness.26 Sung I Conflict The situation is troublesome. you might do advanced study. This means that when there is conflict. but others are likely to suspect your motives. which signifies both strength and move- ment. beware of slander. water. When you enter headquarters. This is also a time of eating good food. A person can now better his p>osition at work while avoiding danger. freedom follows entrapment. but it will gradually become peaceful. The upper primary trigram is Ch'ien. the lower primary trigram is K'an. l5^ 6. K'an stands for a young man. the young man . Nine in the fifth place: Waiting at the feast. but the natural move- ment of water is downward: the opp>osite nature of these forces is the basis for conflict. three unexpected guests arrive. which indicates danger. argument. Good fortune in the end. If you work you will get a job at headquarters or become the head of a branch. Continuing brings good fortune. but great success remains beyond reach. The sick will recover without medication. he goes home. he can expect good fortune. Follow to the end misfortune. Retreating.you have sincerity Even though obstructed. students are talked about. and disaster.— It is of benefit to see the great man. one will suffer from poor health. THE SYMBOL Heaven and water go in different directions. Three hundred families in his town will avoid disaster. Prospects for an intended marriage or love affair are not favorable. But not to cross the great water. Symbolizing Conflict.People will meet with slander in their jobs. — Stop halfway good fortune. THE LINES Six at the bottom: One does not continue the affair (con- flict). Even if there is some gossip. THE JUDGMENT Conflict. good fortune in the end. should consult the older The man is like a wise leader who can instruct his followers. . but that comes to nothing. Nine in the second place: One cannot continue the conflict. lawsuits. however. Sung I Conflict 27 man who has more experience than he does. The superior man contemplates the beginning Before undertaking an enterprise. older Those who get this hexagram should not attempt any great under- takings in business or anything else. Although the first line indicates a time of gossip. it also suggests that all will end well. but it will disappear without their answering. If one maintains the present conditions. If birth time and zodiac symbols are unfavorable. but no failure or difficulty either. This means no advancement. In the end. A time of conflict or mourning. But if birth time and zodiac symbols are unfavorable. Nine at the top: Even if he receives an ornamental belt. some failure: they may advance. a good time to improve your conduct. Nine in the fourth place: One cannot continue the con- Returning and changing one's attitude brings flict. Nine in the fifth place: Conflict. good fortune. those in school will have stability. Depending upon ancient virtues. and comfort. . one will have to go to a faraway place or take part in a lawsuit or divorce proceeding. it will be snatched away three times in one morning. But if misfortune should occur. Six in the third place: Continuing in this way leads to danger. To submit the conflict to a great man brings great good fortune. if now in school. good fortune. While working in public affairs. you will find an opportunity to obtain a new posi- tion. If you lose your job you will find another.28 Sung I Conflict People who remain with their families will live in peace without danger. Nowis a time of peace. and the student will pass an exam and gain recognition. then decline. During this time people can expect to maintain their normal daily lives. Those employed can expect higher salaries. The em- ployed person can look forward to an important position. one should not seek achievement. you should beware of others bothering you. But students will pass their exams with very high grades. For working people this line indi- cates some success. peace and good fortune. One can expect to make money from his undertaking. The army demands perseverance And a strong person (leader). he should strive to win the respect of the army and the people. The unbroken line in the second place indicates the general. ^ Shih / The Army Shih signifies an army. . THE SYMBOL Water in the earth Symbolizes the Army. The same is true for business. No blame. By his conduct and morals. causing damage. The mana- ger must strive to win the confidence of employee and owner alike. The upper primary trigram is K'un. must the army be carefully trained. it becomes a powerful force. or masses of people. or disorder and rebellion will erupt. THE JUDGMENT The Army. Shih I The Army 25) 7. The success of an army in battle depends on both the degree of trust the soldiers place in their general. soil. the lower primary trigram is K'an. as people assembled in an army are powerful. representing earth. or business rivalry. he should demonstrate his wisdom through generosity. The superior man increases his followers By benevolence toward the people. Good fortune. When water collects in the earth. But if there is too much water. representing water or danger. too. competition. It should be loyal and work for the benefit of the country. it and overflow. and the general's confidence in the ability and loyalty of his troops. All the other lines are broken. will erode the earth So. or yielding: they give to the general the p>ower necessary to do his job. a battle. Mis- fortune. there will be disaster. however. Nine in the second place: A general works within his army. The time is favorable for one to make money through smart under- takings. The army is led by the eldest son. Six in the fourth place: The army retreats at the proper time. no blame. No blame. priests. you can expect to be put on a waiting list. students and scholars will pursue the correct course of study and achieve their goals. . Those employed will see their work go smoothly and will gain the favor of their superiors. If you are looking for a job. Six in the third place: The army carries corpses. No blame. Six in the fifth place: Much game in the field. will have good fortune. The king confers a triple honor. a person will have a comfortable life and enjoy his career. By avoiding reckless action. Continuing brings misfortune. Women. This is a time of sudden mourning. Good fortune. and monks will all be honored. People can expect to be helped by influential persons to achieve their goals. This is a good time to repair one's home or to travel. or they will change their careers.^o Shih I The Army THE LINES Six at the bottom: An army should be put in correct order. It may be better to decline a job ofiEer now. but the job will provide little money or benefits. Watch out for danger or disease. Students will earn high grades on their examinations. The younger son carries corpses. But if a person is rude and thoughtless. But a student can expect an award. Those employed will be honored and receive important positions. People born in the twelfth month (January). If not. It benefits to capture it. he will fail more often than not. At this time people can expect to attain prosperity for their families. the person indicated possesses generosity and a strong character. But one should beware of gossip and one's own arrogance. The preceding hexagram. Pi I Union _j/ People will add to their property. however. establishes states. represented a time of war when the leader was in the second position. Pi / Union IZ IZ Pi means harmony. or merging of separate parts. The upper trigram is K'an. Those employed can look forward to more power and and students can expect to pass their exams and a better position. a high position. This hexagram is good fortune for those who can cooperate and act with sincerity. Inferiors should not be given power. The earth receives the water and the water moistens the earth. in Pi the leader is in the fifth place. For business. One should be wary. while those who are self-employed will gain recognition through their skills. it means prosperity and good fortune. Those employed will gain the power to achieve their career goals. and awards fiefs to certain families. 8. like the relationship between mother and child. for trouble to one's youngest son. if the manager is honest and . and the lower is K'un. earth: water on the earth. coop>eration. Shih. for these can bring misfortune. far from the ruler. It is favorable for love and marriage. All the other lines are broken and subordinate to the unbroken one. Six at the top: The king issues directives. be successful. and find good helpers. achieve their goab. There is a close bond between them. water. No blame. People will get help from friends to achieve their goals easily. THE LINES Six at the bottom: Union with confidence. and women are likely to find good husbands. There will be sad results. The ancient kings established many states And were friendly with feudal lords. or exile to a remote place. With help from important persons. Good fortune in the end.32 Pi I Union forthright. If one hesitates. mourning. Six in the second place: Union from within. Students and scholars can expect recognition and a position. THE JUDGMENT Union: good fortune. thus damaging herself and her family. A student may be sus- . then joins late: misfortune. continuation. The prediction for one attempting union Should be greatness. No blame. lost money. like a bowl full of water. This is a time of conflict. A woman is in danger of marrying an unworthy hus- band. people will achieve their goals. Those who are working will receive an unexpected promotion. Six in the third place: Union with the wrong people. undertakings will be suc- cessful. but trust develops only when people act guilelessly. Where there is mutual trust. the student will find a job through a recommendation. and constancy. Continuing brings good fortune. Full of confidence. one may be on a trial period. however. At work. THE SYMBOL Water over the earth Symbolizes Union. The king hunts on three sides only. At work one is liable to meet a dangerous situation with no support from his friends. and preparation. suspicious friends Six in the fourth place: Union outside. It is going to . wind. Everyone should watch out for jealous or and beware of declining health. and Tui. Nine in the fifth place: Union with honor. heaven or sky. The people are not afraid. People succeed with the help of friends and easily achieve their goals. Hsiao Ch'u / Taming the Small Powers Taming the Small Powers implies rest. clouds: the wind blows and clouds accumulate in the sky. storage. Continuing brings good fortune. Obstruction in the beginning. the lower is Ch'ien. smoothness later: people can expect success in their enterprises and comfort in their personal lives. 9. the sun. The upper trigram is Sun. Hsiao Ch'u / Taming the Small Powers 5^ pended or expelled. Good fortune.Those with jobs can expect to be promoted. Misfortune. the student will find it difficult to gain recognition. and they may suffer from poor health as well. The employee can look forward to promotion. losing game through the front. while the nuclear trigrams are Li. Six at the top: Union without a leader. and the student can expect to receive a fellowship or an academic degree. covering up the sun. This is a time of trouble and difficulties: people cannot get along with their friends. Without help from the school administration. one may become entangled in one's mistakes and fail. THE SYMBOL The wind blows across the sky. and those in the academic world will give distin- guished performances and advance before their peers. come For love and marriage. Now is the time for people to unite and achieve their goals. But if birth time and zodiac symbols are not favorable. Hsiao Ch'u is favorable for new undertakings. Nine in the second place: One is influenced to return to the correct way. one will hesitate and find it difficult to make decisions. But if birth time and zodiac symbols are unfavorable.5^ Hsiao Ch'u / Taming the Small Powers rain. after battle Hexagram 7 comes uni. A person should avoid suspicion and jealousy in any new under- taking. for success will difficulty. the wanderer home. Thick clouds come from the west. Those employed can expect to become supervisors and be recommended for new positions. — fication — — Hexagram 8 and then rest and preparation. Then how can one be blamed? It is good fortune. The person without a job will find one. . THE LINES Nine at the bottom: Return to the correct way. this hexagram indicates in the end. No rain. Good fortune. temporary trouble and suspicion which' will eventually be resolved. but not yet. The suf>erior man improves his ability and virtue. This situation symbolizes the preparation which precedes a — new development. Symbolizing Taming the Small Powers. and the student will will return to his go back to his studies. THE JUDGMENT Taming the Small Powers: Success. This line signifies a time of peace. Although there may be confusion and one should be patient. Husband and wife are in disharmony. there is danger of bloodshed. the moon is almost full. But if birth time and zodiac symbols are unfavorable. You can expect help from others and you will slowly achieve success. Relied on by his employer and appreciated by his friends. respected for one's virtues. bloodshed and fear vanish. At this time a person should watch out for disease in the feet or eyes. Even if conditions seem favorable. If the superior man sets forth. Hsiao Ch'u / Taming the Small Powers 55 Nine in the third place: The wheels separate from the wagon. one can rest. For the working person this means a promotion with the recommendation of his friends and colleagues. There may be a separation from one's family. Scholars will achieve cooperation in working toward a common goal. Do not expect a promotion. misfortune. prepare for set- backs. This line indicates that a person will be in harmony with his circle of friends because of his honesty and that he will succeed in his enterprises. The student will have the favor of those above him and the means to achieve his goal. the employee will find his position increasing in importance. Rivals will try to trap you or get you fired. but rather. Continuing to hesitate like a woman brings danger. watch out for gossip. Nine in the fifth place: If you are sincere you will be en- riched by your neighbor. If you withdraw you can avoid the troubles indicated by this line. Six in the fourth place: If you are forthright. If you are a student you are in danger of being slandered because of your beliefs. no blame. . you are now in danger of being slandered. Nine at the top: It is raining. however. fourth. Generalissimo Chiang Kai-shek was taken prisoner by his own rebelling generals in Shi-an. People consulted the / Ching to find out what would happen. is still dangerous. the third is bad fortune. you should fint contemplate the meaning of those ideas in the context of your own life. follows in the footsteps of Ch'ien. the youngest daughter. that General Chiang would be released. In addition. In a dangerous situation you should act very cautiously. Gentleness in this situation is indicated. You should act only after you have planned carefully. the upper nuclear trigram. by Sun. this hexagram advises quietness and inactivity. the lower nuclear trigram is Li. with the moving line in the fourth p>osition.") Two weeks later." Ch'eng means "city". In seclusion you will receive good fortune or at least avoid disaster. The second. Lu / Treading The tenth hexagram gives advice on how one should act. which is the gentle. I advised that there was no need to worry. (The fourth line says. "He steps on the tail of the tiger. the father. Hu means "tiger. and then with resolution. The country was shocked. the upper trigram." . China. even though in a central p>osition. and sixth lines are favorable because they are in yielding positions. Caution and fearfulness. and we have here another image: someone stepping on the tiger's tail. the name of one of the rebelling generals was Yang Hu Ch'eng. 1936. But Tui also means tiger. literally. on Christmas day. General Chiang was set free and he returned to Nanking. Curiously enough. which can denote the eyes: one looks very carefully when stepping on the tiger's tail. and this hexagram appeared. Tui. thus she avoids mistakes. Good fortune in the end. On December 12. To those who seek prediction. the name means "tiger city.j6 Lu I Treading lo. thus escaping harm. If you decide to follow the ideas or advice of a wise man. the fifth line. you are in danger of losing your job. a lame man can walk. The superior man differentiates between high and low. Success. lawsuits. the tiger will bite. But when they step on the tail of a tiger. if you are in school. Caution will bring good fortune. Misfortune. he will be successful. The man in seclusion carries on. Caution and fearfulness. Continue. they should be content. No blame. . But it does not bite one. he will have a good chance for promotion. This is a good time for a working person to retire. If you work. The warrior conducts himself like a great prince. If the student receives good training. People can expect to achieve their goals and in the process make money. Although students and scholars have little chance for gaining a new position. im- prisonment. you should be wary of slanderous attacks. And thus fixes the minds of the people. Good fortune in the end. Lu I Treading 57 THE JUDGMENT Treading: Stepping on the tail of a tiger. Good fortune. If the employed person is conscientious and generous. Nine in the second place: Treading in a safe and peaceful way. THE LINES Nine at the bottom: Simplicity of conduct. This is a dangerous time: watch out for conflicts. Six in the third place: A one-eyed man can see. THE SYMBOL The heaven above and the lake below Symbolize Treading. bankruptcy. Nine in the fourth place: He steps on the tail of the tiger. Their position in this hexagram indicates a leader who is humble before the people. is earth. stands for wood. Together they present the image of trees growing beside a lake: nourished by the water. Working people will achieve a great deal but will gain neither recognition nor reward. Chen. for lake. By all means stop this. If a student. K'un. Do not listen to the advice of others. king. you will find peace and comfort. you will improve yourself and achieve success. or troubles will mount and disaster will come. is strength. working people will have little influence. If you have retired from a high position. the lower trigram. Nine at the top: Observe your conduct and examine the signs carefully. Women will not get along with their husbands and families. Tut. and mother. You can expect to receive money or property.)8 T'ai I Peace Trouble or disaster threaten and one must be very careful. and the lower nuclear trigram. will pass his exams with high grades. 1 1 . it indicates a time of peace. and harmony. flowering. the trees grow . T'ai / Peace T'ai hexagram of good fortune. The upper nuclear trigram. or leader. is a prosperity. There will be great good fortune. flexible and yielding on the outside but internally strong and with great energy. masses. father. The student. The upper trigram. There is now a tendency to rush and be careless. flexibility. Nine in the fifth place: Continue in a decisive manner. however. Danger. Ch'ien. and Tui autumn. one will make more money. is female. If students perform with honesty and ability. Success. for then arrogance and downfall will be the final results. Ch'ien. they will have great opportunities for success. however. Chen also means spring. The great is arriving. He observes the appropriate methods of heaven and earth To direct the people. Swim across the river decisively. The ruler reforms and completes The way of heaven and earth. Undertakings lead to good fortune. T'ai I Peace jp well. don't become intoxicated by success. Good fortune. its roots come with it: they are of the same kind. the lower. or strong. The small is departing. or yielding. THE SYMBOL Heaven and earth are unified. T'ai forecasts success. THE JUDGMENT Peace. By cooperating with friends. For the workingman this means harmony at work and a good chance for promotion. This is the warning of the sixth line. the upper trigram. Those who get thishexagram have the ability to live harmoniously with their friends and colleagues on all levels of society: everything they do will go smoothly. day by day. THE LINES Nine at the bottom: When ribbon grass is pulled out. is male. In the family there will be harmony between husband and wife. not forgetting what is . good times for growth and harvest. but who acts externally with moderation. symbolizing Peace. K'un. Nine in the second place: Bear with the undeveloped. Thus the male obeys the female: the strong yields to the weak. This indicates a person whose inner purpose is very definite. If you do something well. One should not expect to achieve one's undertakings: if an enter- prise is begun.40 T'ai I Peace remote. face the truth. If you retire. and money from their undertakings. Some can expect to become famous and win the favor of society. your troubles will end. Continuing in difficult situation. No departure without a return. At work you should fulfill your duties carefully. Do . Thus one can gain the middle way. Perhaps others will marry and have a child. thus preventing jealousy and slander. this is a time of "great good fortune. As the text says. not boasting of riches to a neighbor. one will have the support of an important Tliis line indicates that person. gaining recognition. One has full confidence without fear. nor disregarding one's friends. One receives blessings. But if birth time and zodiac symbols are not favorable. Six at the top: The wall collapses into the moat. a person will lose the advantages he has accrued or get into trouble through a dispute. People in the academic world will be successful. Six in the fourth place: One strives with a cheerful manner. If in school. People will gossip about you. Do not expect good fortune. This will bring blessings and great good fortune. No blame. otherwise you will be entrapped amid obstacles and insults. Six in the fifth place: The Emperor I gives his daughter in marriage. Do not fear." Employed people will have favorable opportunities for promotion and success. This is a time to be cautious and to maintain the present position of you and your family. itmeans success in a remote place or a period of self- also employment for someone who works. Avoid difRcult situations. it will fail. students will pass important exams and get their degrees. benefits. you should keep your present course. Nine in the third place: No plain without a slope. When you decide to act. a tyrant who provoked the French Revolution. you can improve your condition. like a person who hides his emptiness behind cleverness or arrogance. or hard times. He is also like the leader who appears proud and powerful in public but who is actually a weak ruler whom the masses will overthrow. He does not get along with people anywhere. thus the situation can be turned to the good. either at home or in society. he will avoid disaster. If you get this hexagram do not be discouraged. If you change your attitude and manner. People who are p>oor but who work and study diligently can become rich and prosperous. misfortune sometimes lies in good fortune. the lower trigram is K'un. Make announcements to the people in your own town. leader. Together they indicate something strong on top but weak below which will easily collapse. This was the fate of Louis XVI of France. it means stagnation. and people in general of suffering loss and sickness. Fi I Stagnation 41 not use force. 12. students of being slandered. unlike the yielding ruler of Hexagram 11. The writings of Lao-tze express this idea: good fortune is often hidden in misfortune. This is not a good time: working people are in danger of being demoted or dismissed. poverty.) . Referring to persons. But if one is kind and generous. or king. The upper trigram is Ch'ien —strength. Continuing will bring humiliation. meaning yielding or masses. the trigram Ch'ien indicates someone strong or proud on the outside. and thus falls upon hard times. 5 Fi / Stagnation This hexagram is the opp>osite of the preceding one. Peace. while K'un means weakness within. (See fifth and sixth lines below. make sure you have planned well and that you act with moderation. The superior man restrains himself to avoid danger. if already working. The superior man carries on (according to his principles). Six in the third place: They bear with humiliation. Now is the time to avoid gossip. He seeks neither honor nor wealth. They are of the same kind. The great is departing. insult. one should await a vacancy.^3 P*! / Stagnation THE JUDGMENT Stagnation. Continuing leads to success and good fortune. THE SYMBOL Heaven and earth are not united. A person who gets this line should be circumspect and avoid in- volvement with people of evil intention. If working. If you remain humble you will be safe. The superior man is stagnant. Six in the second place: Forbearance and obedience bring good fortune for the inferior. An employed person is likely to resig^n his position. Although not of man's doing. . its roots come with it. for in its confusion and disorder society will condemn all prominent persons. especially if you are a student. bide your time. The scholar will have difficulty getting a position at this time. avoid gossip. If looking for work. THE LINES Six at the bottom: When ribbon grass is pulled out. Stagnation is of no benefit. His fellows share in his blessing. Symbolizing Stagnation. and humiliation. But his purpose will succeed. The small is arriving. be cautious. Nine in the fourth place: He whose actions are in accord with the orders of the highest receives no blame. if in school. The sun (Li. later good fortune. lighting and benefiting the whole world. in school. ^ T'ung Jen / Fellowship of Men T'ung Jen signifies union. while those in school will gain recognition by someone's recommendation. The great man has good fortune. Nine in the fifth place: Stagnation is coming to an end. and clarity. political parties.and Ch'ien strength and decisiveness: together they indicate a person decisive on the outside. or other groups. Sadness becomes happiness. misfortune turns to good fortune. Li also denotes fire. Those who get this hexagram have a capacity for leadership: the ability to organize businesses. cooperation. the upper trigram). "Will it fail. Later. a jealous rival will be silenced. First there is stagnation. warmth. Nine at the top: Stagnation ends. For a long time one should expect difficulty: he may lose his job or be set back. will it fail?" He ties it to the mulberry shoots. and a windfall will come in the form of property. or a group of people work- ing together for the same end. But if birth time and zodiac symbols are unfavorable there may be sadness and illness. People will be troublefree. Those employed will receive a raise and a promotion through a friend's help. A drawn-out legal will find suit willbe won eventually. the situation will improve: one another job or advance in school. the lower trigram) is shining brightly in the heavens {Ch'ien. warm and clear-minded on the inside. Those employed will have important positions. 3. however. and both they and their descendants will have good fortune. T'ung Jen / Fellowship of Men 4^ People can expect to receive property. . but if birth time and zodiac symbols are not favorable they will lose them. 44 T'ung Jen / Fellowship of Men In such undertakings there will be many competitors and even danger. It benefits one to cross the great water. Shih. And sorts them out. THE LINES Nine at the bottom: Fellowship of men outside the gate. become angry and excited because of the raging fire within. When T'ung Jen changes from positive to negative it becomes Hexagram 7. The next year her stocks rose. you get this hexagram you should avoid conflict: yield and have If patience. Either a long trip or repairs in the home are in store. No blame. Good friends will cooperate in undertakings for your benefit. The wind blows causing it to burn higher: you easily the fire. The lower nuclear trigram. rather. which indicates great strength and an exces^ of energy. is wind. Success. The employee will have a better chance for promotion. almost hysterical. or battle. She became very upset. success. THE JUDGMENT Fellowship of men in the open (countryside). would receive benefits. and she not only regained the loss but made a profit as well. I told her not to worry. It benefits the superior man to continue his task. with the fifth line as the moving line. One of my students owned shares of stock that declined sharply in 1971. is fire. and lower primary trigram. Symbolizing Fellowship of Men. . Both the upper primary and upper nuclear trigrams are Ch'ien. THE SYMBOL Fire goesup to heaven. but in the end. that she would not lose her money but. the student will get a degree and easily obtain a position. When she turned to the / Ching for prediction she got this hexagram. the Army. Sun. Li. The superior man organizes his kinship group (party). or he may be involved in constructing a buildipg. the line indicates that a high position is forthcoming. They climb to the summit of a hill. . will not be able to find employmenL If you are successful at this time. Later they laugh. Nine in the fourth place: They climb on the wall. The correct course is to keep your old position and lead a settled life. you may also encounter suspicion. A person can expect greater resp>onsibility in his job. Nine at the top indicates that work in a remote place is likely. He will be rewarded for his good work. it will be difficult to find one. jealousy. insults. with jealousy and gossip the result. Nine at the top: Fellowship of men in the open (country- side). T'ung Jen / Fellowship of Men ^5 Six in the second place: Fellowship of men in the kinship group (party). The employee will be locked into his present job and cannot expect a salary increase. Happiness and work come and go. Humiliation. Nine in the third place: They hide arms in the bushes. For most people this is a time of disputes and mourning. however. No remorse. Good fortune. For three years they do not act. Differing tastes will lead to trouble with relatives and friends. people will have difficulty in the beginning but easy going later on —including a promotion. At this time one has good prospects for a career involving speak- ing. Take precautions. But ifyou don't have a job already. One can expect unsettled affairs. however. A student. Nine in the fifth place: Fellowship of men. Only with caution can one avoid losing his job. but he will not find success at his job. The student will graduate. They are unable to attack. After great battles they have success. They cry and lament. For students and scholars. and conflict. — 46 Ta Yu I Great Possessions 14. * Ta Yu / Great Possessions Riches, wealth, and success are all indicated by Ta Yu, whose upj>er trigram is Li (sun, glory, and lower trigram is Ch'ien (heaven clarity) and strength). The great man's honor and glory can enlighten society as the noonday sun shines on the earth. The upper and lower nu- clear trigrams signify gold. Ta Yu indicates an initial setback to one's plans, such as jealousy or losing a small sum of money, but in the end success. This hexagram also applies as a warning to the person who has already achieved great success. Almost all the six lines are favorable, but one must remember that misfortune often hides in good fortune. Even as the sun reaches its zenith at noon, it is beginning to set; when the moon is full it begins to wane. Sp too if a man is rich and pursues indulgent luxury, he will gradually become poor, and when a man is he may easily become arrogant, lose his friends, successful, and develop enemies and rivals. With a correct attitude, however, he can retain his prosperity. The next hexagram is Ch'ien, or Modesty if a man is modest, then he will g^in Happiness, the sixteenth hexa- gram, Yu. THE JUDGMENT Great Possessions. Great Success. THE SYMBOL Fire over heaven symbolizes Great Possessions. The superior man suppresses evil and honors virtue, And thus follows the will of heaven and waits upon destiny. Ta Yu I Great Possessions 4y THE LINES Nine at the bottom: Avoidance of the harmful brings no blame. Awareness of difficulty — also no blame. This line indicates sadness and confusion but also that one can avoid them by being cautious. Perhaps a person should resign his job before misfortune strikes, even though he is now satisfied. For the academic, no new accomplishments are likely now. Leaders should beware of insults from inferiors. Nine in the second place: Loading the big wagon. Under- taking without blame. One can expect to achieve his undertaking and acquire property. This means that working people will receive important positions, students will advance, and the military will achieve victory. For older people, however, the line means poor health. Nine in the third place: A duke makes an oflFering to the emperor. The inferior man is unable to do this. Working people can expect important positions, but the academic will findit hard to advance and may be insulted by those below him. If birth time and zodiac symbols are unfavorable, one will not get along with his colleagues and maybe punished or injured. Nine in the fourth place: He distinguishes between himself and his friends. This brings no blame. Durig^ this time you will maintain your present position without great difficulty. Trouble may develop, however, in the eyes. Six in the fifth place: One is confident, sociable, and dignified. Good fortune. Proud or agg^ressive actions will cause trouble. One should not be hasty but wait for the proper opportunity to act. The employed person should consider resigning before unfavorable events occur. But for the academic, if the time is favorable, an enterprise should be undertaken. ^8 Ch'ien / Modesty Nine at the top: One is blessed by heaven. Good fortune. Benefit in everything. This line signifies a period when everyone advances, favored by important persons in high p>ositions. The farmer will be prosperous. 15. Ch'ien / Modesty The image presented by Ch'ien is that of the mountain {Ken) below the earth (A"un). It also represents the period between winter and when nature stores its energy within while the outside spring, is and barren. Thus this hexagram indicates a person who is cold wealthy and recognized but who is humble and polite, not only to superiors, but also to subordinates. In this attitude he gets along well with people everywhere. Ch'ien is made up of one positive (yang) line and five negfative (yin) lines. For a man this means he will get along well with women; for a woman it indicates ability to manage a household. Her hus- band would do well to listen to her ideas. — In the / Ching the fKMitive and negative forces the forceful and the yielding — are constantly interchanging. Applied to Ch'ien the interchange means that a humble person should sometimes change his manner by gathering strength and taking the offensive. Perhaps it is necessary that he defend himself against those who would take advantage of his humility. THE JUDGMENT Modesty: success. The superior man can continue his work to the end. THE SYMBOL The mountain within the earth symbolizes Modesty. Ch'ien /Modesty 49 The superior man reduces the excess and increases the lacking. If you are in school you will demonstrate knowledge and ability. It is favorable for everything. But students. Nine in the third place: The superior man works in a modest way to conclusion. Be humble and avoid harm. People will profit by their undertakings and lead active lives. merchants. those without jobs will achieve their undertakings. One should keep his position and not act abruptly. farmers. This line indicates that p>eople will gain great benefits and be successful through the help of important persons. Six in the fifth place: Do not show off your riches to your neighbor. They should. Good fortune. Six in the second place: Modesty is expressed. It is beneficial to attack with force. Good fortune. If you work you can expect added responsibilities. It is favorable to cross the great water. you may sufiEer injury. Those employed will have favorable opportunities for advancemenL Six in the fourth place: To act with modesty is beneficial toward everything. Working j>eople will have a chance for promotion. Employed people can ex|>ect good fortune inall things. He weighs and then equalizes all things. But if birth time and zodiac symbols are not favorable. Six at the bottom suggests travel to a remote place. and self- employed businessmen should remain as they are and not under- take new enterprises. how- . and you should wait for the right career opportunity. THE LINES Six at the bottom: The superior man is modest in his modesty. Continuing brings good fortune. a time of new Receivers of this hexagram should be wary of exhibiting excessive enthusiasm when beginning a new undertaking. spring is represented. tion. The third line indicates disappointment if this is not done. Chen. Yu / Happiness Yu.$o Yu I Happiness ever. Conflict will upset you. It is favorable to use the army to chastise the city and country. If they are not. otherwise it can produce misfortune. It also implies that a person might find himself especially suited for a p>osition in the military or in law. You can avoid remorse and failure by using your intelligence. who here is giving birth to her first son. The fourth line suggests great success and wealth. it hesitation. People who are prosperous live with the delusion that prosperity is perpetual: wealth clouds their minds and they cannot see clearly. K'un also signifies the mother. the upper trigram) awakens all creatures and plants on the earth (K'un). even though he completes his course with few honors. A student can expect to gain recognition within his circle. when the first thunder (Chen. the name means both happiness and prepara- of this hexagram. there will be misfortune. but resolution will follow. Students can expect to pass their exams and receive their degrees. 16. but your mind must be tranquil. without itself. beware of conflict. Everything should have limitations. even happiness. Six at the top: Modesty is expressed. You can also expect to get a job with greater inde- pendence. The hexagram also advises that everything necessary for advancement should be made ready. But beware: — indulgence can ruin health the fifth line says that there will be persistent illness. But if their attitudes and . and it The period between winter and implies enthusiasm. Thus it is undertakings and great happiness. Then if an op- portunity presents should be seized immediately. At work. A time of sudden progress and sudden setbacks. THE JUDGMENT Happiness. Six in the third place: Looking upward leads to remorse. Nine in the fourth place: The source of happiness. Offering it to God and the spirits of their ancestors. And send the army forth. meeting obstacles and gossip. THE SYMBOL Thunder from the earth symbolizes Happiness. Six in the second place: Firm and stable like a rock. or remain aloof should be made rapidly. The student is in danger of failing to make a decision. what seems a good opportunity may lead to failure. Delay brings regret. Yu I Happiness 5/ ways of living are correct. It is of benefit to build up the country (or business). Continuing brings good fortune. The Symbol indicates that those who get this hexagram can be successful as musicians or in the theater or entertainment business. Do not wait a whole day. then their good fortune can continue. arising The ancient kings composed music to honor virtue. One . This line indicates that one will gain great benefit: students in A decision whether to plunge in particular will achieve recognition. But students and scholars will gain sudden recognition. One will be fearful. People will not lead peaceful lives. They will encounter gossip and find that they cannot realize their plans. Stability cannot be found in one's work: a person may be suddenly promoted or set back. Religious undertakings will also be advantageous during this time. THE LINES Six at the bottom: Happiness that shows itself off brings misfortune. the upper trigram. or an adult young man. Tui. You can exj>ect profitfrom your undertakings. Sui / Following Chen. Change after completion. Tui. 17. stands for thunder. Arrogance causes and lawsuits. but still living. while students and the unemployed are likely to find jobs.52 Sui I Following receives great gain without hesitation. If you get this line. represents the dusk of the day. watch out for sickness in the stomach. the eldest son. the lower trigram. a beautiful . the youngest daughter. But an employed person may become successful by relying on some- one important. This is not the time for students and the unemployed to find opportunity. and they are happy together. No blame. Six at the top: Deluded happiness. bribery in one's job leads conflicts to demotion. He impresses her. You have many ideas and plans but cannot fulfill them. autumn. Your friends are already successful. is beauty. The hexagram Sui portrays a strong young man running after a pretty girl. errors and ignorance in one's studies lead to slander. But if people correct their mistakes.This contains the possibility. however. of an imminent decline. Those who get this hexagram are likely to be in a beneficial situa- tion. Those employed will gain success and recognition. The upper trigram. they can avoid further mis- fortune. Six in the fifth place: Long illness. Sui I Following 5^ time aglow with the bright colors of the sunset, but when night thunder (Chen) that grows steadily approaches. Sui also depicts the weaker in autumn (Tut), or the autumn leaves whose beauty will soon wither, die, and be trampled in the earth. A person should conserve his energy: too much excitement brings bad fortune. Perhaps he should retire or return home. A marriage will be transformed. Friends will be gained and lost easily. Avoid new entanglements. The Symbol is sometimes important in prediction. In 1970, the hexagram for the month of August on my horoscope chart was Sui. Just as it says in the Symbol, at the end of August I retired from my position at the United Nations. THE JUDGMENT Following. Great Success. It is of benefit to continue. No blame. THE SYMBOL Thunder in the lake symbolizes Following. In the evening, the superior man rests And relaxes in his home. THE LINES Nine at the bottom: One's position is changing. To continue brings good fortune. Both friends and business are gained by going out. Success. This line indicates benefit; those with jobs will receive promo- tions,while students will have opportunities for advancement. Six in the second place: By staying with the boy, you lose the strong man. If you get this line, you are liable to find yourself restless, detained, or entangled in gossip. If you are employed, you should consider resigning and awaiting an opportunity for a new undertaking. Six in the third place: By staying with <he strong man, you lose the boy. Through following, one will gain what one seeks. To continue benefits. $4 Ku I Work after Spoiling Youwill gain from your undertakings if you act correctly. For those with jobs, a high position through another's recommendation is in store. The academic will receive recognition through a recom- mendation. Nine in the fourth place: Success is gained by following. But to continue brings misfortune. Going the correct way leads to glory (brightness). How can there be blame? Expect the aid of an influential person, which will change mis- fortune to good fortune. If you work, this means you will hold an important position and succeed in what you set out to do. Nine in the fifth place: There is confidence in goodness. Good fortune. One will have the good fortune of plans that meet with success. The employee can expect to be promoted and the student can expect a position through a recommendation. Six at the top: Deeply involved with one's fellows, one tries to continue. The King offers the Western Mountain. People should be on guard against entanglements and loss, other- wise they will be subject to worry, illness, and general poor health. The employed person should guard against being slandered, and the student or scholar should avoid being insulted. jBi 1 8. Ku / Work after Spoiling This hexagram implies that, although conditions are bad now, im- provement can be expected. The wind. Sun, the lower trigram, blows at the foot of the mountain, Ken, the upper trigram, destroying the Ku I Work after Spoiling $$ trees, bushes, and grass. Later, however, the trees will bud and the grass will sprout: the land will again be cultivated. Thus the superior man, who provides moral leadership, chastises a corrupt society, tell- ing the people to change and control themselves: society is once again put in order. Work after Spoiling represents a time of renewal and repair, new and prosperity. situations If you get this hexagram and the situation is bad, do not worry. Try to change your attitude and rid yourself of bad habits; you can change your condition from bad to good. But after achieving success, you should withdraw. This prolongs good fortune. For business Ku indicates a bad situation: organization or manage- ment is in poor condition, and financial circumstances are not good. One can do nothing about the financial situation, but he should try to reorganize the business. Then when more favorable conditions arrive, he will be prosperous again. For government or politics Work after Spoiling means that the political party should reorganize itself and allow new elements to assume leadership. A new leader can change policies and bring im- provement for all. In romance and marital a£Eairs a complicated situation is indicated. Ken, the upper primary trigram, is the youngest son, while Sun, the lower, is the oldest daughter: a young man will love an older woman. The upper nuclear trigram is Chen, the eldest son, while the lower is Tui, the youngest daughter: an older man involved with a young girl.In both cases marriage will be difficult because of differing tem- peraments and life-styles; even though they love each other deeply, they will always conflict. There can be no happiness in their union. THE JUDGMENT Work after spoiling. Great success. It is of benefit to cross the great water. Before starting, three days. After starting, three days. THE SYMBOL Wind blowing around the foot of the mountain Symbolizes Work after Spoiling The superior man encourages people To cultivate virtue. If you are a woman. At work one may be criticized for incompetence. move to new homes. People will marry. have children. Six in the fifth place: Correcting the mistakes of the father leads to recognition. there is slight remorse. This line indicates but you should not think of following success. one gains higher recognition. and hasty actions in school lead to trouble. . Six in the fourth place: Continuing to tolerate the mis- takes of the father brings humiliation. Nine in the second place: In correcting the mistakes of the mother. good fortune. Nine at the top: By not serving kings and princes. Ifyou are already working. Then there will be sadness in everything. But correct action will avoid disaster. Nine in the third place: In correcting the mistakes of the father. people will achieve their goals. you need not worry about losing your job. With the help of their famiHes' influence. Those who work will obtain important positions and introduce new policies. No great blame. he will suffer a loss because of pride. no blame. This is a time of good fortune. Workers and students will advance and gain recognition. one must not be too persistent. Watch out for trouble in the feet. or start new careers. the academic may ruin his career through laziness. but in the end. your diligence and thrift will help you become rich and have a rewarding career. Although a person now enjoys good fortune. in your parents' careers. There is danger. Overambition at work causes error.$6 Ku I Work after Spoiling THE LINES Six at the bottom: If the mistakes of the father are corrected by the son. the girl should listen carefully and obey her mother's words. Lin I Approach 57 People will remain in their original careers. which result from her wisdom and experience. however. when everything will decline: a time of misfortune. chances are good that one will be helped by an important p>erson to achieve success. the Chinese eighth month was August. growth. THE JUDGMENT Approach. . The upper trigram is dealing with someone. hope for achievement: spring approaches and things are beginning to grow. In June 1937 prediction concerning the Sino-Japanese situation referred to this hexagram. we can expect the approach of autumn. Great Success. The mother guides and advises the daughter in a kindly but firm manner. with no moving line. the mother. In ancient times this hexagram indicated the manner in which the king or officials ap- proached their subjects: they were kind and generous and guided with wisdom and experience. students should await an opportunity for advancement. (When the / Ching was written. and the lower trigram is Tut. 19. The Judgment says that there will be disaster in the eighth month. 1937. or handling some K'un.) The Sino-Japanese War began on August 13. affair. Lin / Approach The Chinese word Lin means approaching someone or something. If birth time and zodiac symbols are favorable. I concluded that in August war would break out. It is of benefit to continue. When the eighth month comes. the youngest daugh- ter. The two yang (unbroken) lines at the bottom of the hexagram indicate vitality. although for some now is a good time to retire. This is a time of good fortune. worry. Six in the fifth place: To approach with wisdom Is appropriate for a great duke. tion. . the student will have a chance for glory. To continue brings good fortune. This is a time of sadness. you should approach a worthy person to help you achieve your goal. THE SYMBOL The earth above the lake symbolizes Approach. Six in the third place: Cheerful approach does not benefit further. but you should refrain from flightiness and flattery. In your work you are apt to help a good man avoid an evil one and thus may gain a high position. you can expect to pass an exam and gain recogni- If still in school. A student can expect to advance without any trouble. Cheerfulness will bring benefits in your career. Six in the fourth place: Complete approach brings no blame. Nine in the second place: To approach with sincerity brings good fortune.$8 Lin I Approach When the eighth month arrives. but be careful in the beginning. If one fears regret. Working people will get help from their friends. Cooperation and intelligence at work will lead to a high promotion. Good fortune. In school you are likely to be busy. THE LINES Nine at the bottom: Approach with sincerity. Whatever you do. Do not engage in gossip where you work. no blame. He is boundless in his support and protection of the people. and bitterness. One be in harmony with society and achieve one's under- will taking. The superior man's will for instruction has no limit. Then there will be misfortune. It is beneficial for everything. It also includes self-examination. This line implies success and a tranquil life for the individual. If you get this hexagram you should strive to be a more careful observer and planner. eventu- ally you will be successful. After several generations his descendants became the rulers of Ch'i. trigram earth or dust: wind blows the dust everywhere. After the son grew up he went to Ch'i state in the northeast. where he became a minister of the court. Be patient and wait for your business to grow. which also means mountain and standstill: the dust is blown to the mountain. Six at the top: Benevolent approach brings good fortune. wind. . "%« 20. Kxian indicates a suitable time for work. study. he tells of the duke of the state of Chen in southwest China who called in a predictor at the birth of his son. the student can expect a good job. The northeast is indicated by the upper nuclear trigram. This hexagram appeared. and the lower trigram is K'un. Kuan / Observation The upper is Sun. The prediction was that the young prince would go off to another place and be prosperous. Business or the achievement must be found elsewhere. Ken. if in school. one will get a degree. Kuan I Observation $p People will achieve smoothly what they desire. one can expect to be asked to take an important job as an aide. or religious activities. In Confucius's work Ch'un Ch'iu. If employed. where it settles at a high attitude. with the moving line in the fourth p)osition. It is also favorable for learning the art of meditation. No blame. This includes studying your surroundings and the conduct of the people around you. Those employed will get high positions. Difficult conditions are in store for the employed person. Six in the third place: Observation of the circumstances of our lives determines whether to advance or retreat. and the student or scholar may have trouble writing. Observed the people. humiliation. no blame. A person may feel incapable in his job. the academic will find limited opportunity for advancement Six in the second place: Observation through the cracks of doors. The employee will be promoted suddenly. All done and looked upon with sincerity. The student will be involved in disputes. For inferior people. But the sacrifice is still to come. THE LINES Six at the bottom: Childish observation. . avoid difficulty. The hand. THE SYMBOL The wind blowing over the earth symbolizes Observation. Good fortune for a woman. in spite of skillful planning. Now is a better time for action than for quiet.6o Kuan / Observation THE JUDGMENT Observation. Women benefit by perseverance. One feels suddenly happy. then demoted. It is beneficial to exert influence as the guest of the leader. For suf>erior people. results are slow in coming. there is still no success. bad for a man. The ancient kings visited their territories. and gave instruction. Although activity is accelerated. One will both gain and lose. then suddenly sad. Everything should be done with caution. Six in the fourth place: Observation of the glory of the country.washing ritual is completed. Beware of betrayal by someone whom you trusted. People can expect to achieve their business goals and receive bene- fits. The employed person will get an important job working as a chief assistant. ob- Li (the upper trigram) means lightning and clarity. this means high p>ositions and generous working for the good of society.For those employed. No blame for the superior man. The student will pass his exams and gain recognition. But this is also a time for the sick to recover and women to give birth. (the lower trigram) means thunder and movement. Nine at the top: Observation of the lives of others. Students and the unemployed will find it difficult to improve their situations. justice. This is a time of discontent: obstacles will stand in the way of your plans. Shih Ho / Chewing Shih Ho refers to many things: chewing. Nine in the fifth place: Observation of ourselves. No blame for the superior man. to gaining valuableknowledge and winning their degrees. Employed people should consider resigning and working for themselves. Li also means fire . Thus a person with a clear mind and much energy is indicated. oA»^ 21 . Shih Ho I Chewing 6i One by traveling on business. perhaps abroad. and Chen stacles. one might be an honored will benefit guest in another city or country. Students can look forward salaries. he may get a fellowship for study or research. quarreling. Women will have children and the sick will recover. . and in school one should guard against being slandered and one can expect difficulty in passing exams. Or a piece of food may be the obstacle: one must chew forcefully in order to get nourishment. Hexagram 27 is shaped like an open mouth. Shih Ho resembles a — mouth with something in it the unbroken line in the fourth place. This may be words inside the mouth which must be sp>oken. No blame. or injury for him or his family. The ancient kings made the laws and clarified the penalties. his nose is cut. It benefits to administer justice. Whenyou have reached a certain point in your success. THE SYMBOL Thunder and lightning symbolize Chewing. illness (perhaps rheumatism).62 Shih Ho I Chewing and Chen wood. however. you should stop or change your activity: the sixth line is misfortune. losing one's job. this hexagram points to a third person who In marriage comes between husband and wife. indicating how quarrels begin. The first three lines indicate hard times. It will injure his toes. THE LINES Nine at the bottom: His feet are put in the stocks. At work the arrogance of others will be frustrating. At this time one will have trouble trying either to advance or move back. or failing an exam. In this way Shih Ho indicates success through hard work. No blame. THE JUDGMENT Chewing: Success. But patience will result in a happy ending. Those who get this hexagram will have trouble in the beginning. Caution now can prevent such personal disaster as punishment. but then there is a breakthrough: the fourth and fifth lines are good fortune. Six in the second place: Biting the skin. and here they present the other meaning of fuel on the fire: people who quarrel because they are easily angered. affairs. A person may meet with and there may also be sickness gossip. A time of benefits: recognition for the student. If sick. Misfortune. Nine at the top. His ear is injured. is brightness. Beware of gossip. decoration. and beauty. You may be in danger of losing your job. promotion for the employee. Pi t / Gracefulness (Decoration) This hexagram means gracefulness. Business will be profitable. denotes a mountain and the youngest son. 22. Pi I Gracefulness (Decoration) 6) Six in the third place: By chewing dried salt meat one gets poisoned. and profit for the businessman. lawsuits. No blame. and the second daughter. Firmness and hard work benefit. fire. the lower trigram. sun. Li. but no blame. conflicts. In school you can expect recognition. His neck is put in the wooden collar. the upper trigram. Be concerned also about trouble in the eyes and ears and poor circulation. To continue is dangerous. Ken. Good fortune. you will recover. A person should look for trouble or danger within his own group. At work you will rid yourself of some- one worthless. Nine in the fourth place: By chewing on dried gristle one gains golden arrows. Now it is difficult to succeed even in small things. Because of limited ability and knowledge. . Six in the fifth place: By chewing the dried meat one gains gold. one is in danger of failing at work or being criticized in school. Small humiliation. insults. Li. rendering them all even more beautiful than usual. . THE JUDGMENT Gracefulness. THE LINES Nine at the bottom: He decorates his toes and leaves the carriage. precious stones and metals. The next hexagram indicates what it may lead to: Decay. Thus the superior man clarifies ordinary affairs. Nine in the third place: Decoration with moisture. you will have good fortune. Those who hexagram should beware. Ornamentation is pleasing but is neither essential nor real. Affairs should be attended to now. with someone's help. Wait for a good opportunity and. it lights up the sun shines vividly the flowersand trees. Ken. Activity benefits. Although the sun receive this is illuminating the mountain in all its splendor.64 Pi I Gracefulness (Decoration) When on the mountain in the evening. separated from his family. He would rather walk. but stagnation does not. Small undertakings benefit. who together make a comely pair: vivacious. elegantly dressed. Success. before darkness descends. One may have to travel a great deal to make a meeting many difficulties and being living. merely expensive. But does not judge lawsuits. This idea of resplendent beauty is also indicated by the young man. you will achieve success easily. In school your success in writing will lead to recognition by an influential person. valleys and cliffs. full of energy. In work this means a promotion. and the young woman. it is evening and nightfall is near. Six in the second place: He decorates his beard. If you continue. Be wary lest you lose your job or be ex- pelled from school. THE SYMBOL Fire illuminates the base of the mountain Symbolizing Gracefulness. The upper refers to is trigram. is earth: one mountain standing alone on the earth is exposed to wind and rain . A small roll of silk. Do not expect to be greatly successful. One meets with loss or opposition at first. Po / Decay Decay. But if birth time and zodiac symbol are unfavorable. disintegration. and misfortune areall indicated by Po. but a suitor. No blame. Not a robber. ^4 23. the employed person will get a good p>osi- tion. a student to achieve his goal. People with jobs can expect a raise and better working conditions. K'un. During this time there will be happiness in the midst of sadness. Humiliation. One will be successful in a simple undertaking. the scholar will gain recognition. and people in general will achieve success. Po I Decay 6^ With the help of others. when vegetation is decaying. Nine at the top: Simple decoration. the lower trigram. But if birth time and zodiac symbol are not favorable. is mountain. a working man can expect to be promoted. It is a time for single people to get married. A white horse comes as though flying. but will finally achieve harmony or gain. The season it autumn. one will mourn. Six in the fourth place: Simple decoration. then good fortune. Gossip about you will not hurt. one can expect a time of mourning. Six in the fifth place: Decoration in hills and gardens. and safety even in danger. those without jobs will get them. but to have good fortune in a small way. Ken. If birth time and zodiac symbols are unfavorable. a time when people are resting. Symbolizing Decay. THE SYMBOL The mountain stands on the earth. Revival. and not being able to achieve anything. one is in danger of having poor health. this is a good time for constructing a building. work hard. THE LINES Six at the bottom: The legs of the bed are rotting. and finally will collapse. Then there will be peace and security. This is a time of discord with relatives. Romantically. It is unfavorable To undertake anything. For a woman this is a time of trouble and gossip. It refers to the late evening. but you must be patient and wait. losing prof>erty. One should also beware of trouble in the hands or feet. Po is unfavorable in many respects. It will easily collapse. However. and wait for a more active period. at this time one should be careful.66 Po I Decay and can be worn down by erosion and earthquakes. But if he is not careful he will soon lose his money. and nighttime by the dawn: the next hexagram is Fu. The shap>e of the hexagram resembles a building which has only its outside walls and roof. There is little to support it and nothing within. If one continues despite this. misfortune. and girlfriends. . from seven to nine. For business a period of no activity is indicated. But remember that winter is always followed by spring. THE JUDGMENT Decay. A person should wait for the proper time and opportunity for an undertaking in his work. energy. the hexagram portrays a man who has many girlfriends five yin lines — and one yang line. Those above should act with benevolence Toward those below. If in school. Six in the fifth place: A string of fish. People find hard to carry out their plans because subordinates it insult them and superiors arejealous. and thus protect oneself from potential trouble. The inferior man's house falls apart. Everything is good fortune. recommendations. conflict. but he should be wary of insult from subordinates. Beware of harm or slander in your job. misfortune. They should beware of demo- tion or dismissal. Students can expect difiBculty in their projects. Women especially will receive money and good fortune. and good friends. No blame. if employed. Favor comes through women of the palace. If one continues despite this. trouble. Po I Decay 6j Six in the second place: The frame of the bed is rotting. But one has a chance to gain recognition because of a special skill. . recognition. A businessman will achieve his undertaking (perhaps completing a new installation). A time of success in one's undertakings and harmony with others. and there may be sadness caused by parents or spouse. The academic will achieve high recognition. This is the time to observe laws and regulations carefully. Six in the third place: Falling apart. you will find it hard to win leniency. The superior man acquires a carriage. The workingman can now gain more power. reaching the body. For the student. Six in the fourth place: The entire bed rots. One may meet danger. working people can expect a promotion to an important position. Misfortune. lawsuit. Six at the top: A large fruit not eaten. or other difficulty. he may meet a great man. Life tends now to be stagnant: it is hard to find a good friend. or Revival. It too is like the winter. Anyone receiving this hexagram should prepare for a great op- portunity. If money is owed to you. THE SYMBOL Thunder in the earth symbolizes Return. Success. What seems cold. it will soon improve. The lower trigram (Chen). to Returning on the seventh day. watch carefully: even if business is slow now. which slowly but steadily flows into spring.6fi Fu/ Return (Revival) ^t 24. how- ever. but deep under- ground. and strength. warmth is beginning to grow and spread. the upper trigram. It benefits one to go anywhere. Thus in ancient times . One goes out and comes back in without harm. but it is for second marriages or reunions after separation. when trees and grass sprout anew. signifies a bad time becoming better. THE JUDGMENT Return: success. If you are in business. for the present it is low and inside. you must prepare for it and not merely wait with empty hopes. For first marriages this hexagram is not favorable. lonely. Friends arrive without blame. bringing prosperity. here represents the roots within the earth (K'un). and blossoms and flowers appear. it will be repaid. wood. and desolate on the outside may be full of light and energy within. Such is the winter solstice: the weather is ex- tremely cold and ice and snow are everywhere. but gradually it will rise to the top. The bottom yang line indicates energy. will not come immediately. warmth. Fu / Return (Revival) Return. Going and fro is the way. however. You have the chance to recover your job. there will be a great defeat. Now is the time to be involved in cuhural activities. he will be cured. No remorse. A person can expect to receive property. No remorse. If there is a battle. and his job may often change. Fa / Return (Revival) 6p The kings closed the roads during the winter solstice. get a promotion at work. Six in the fourth place: One walks among others but returns by oneself. THE LINES Nine at the bottom: Return from not far away. Misfortune. Although one tries for quick results. At work you can expect to hold a high position. This line indicates a time of profit from your undertakings. It benefits one to rely on an influential person. Six in the fifth place: Benevolent return. to gain recognition. you will pass your exams and gain recognition. if in school. if fired or suspended. Even if one is in a dangerous p>osition. Great good fortune. Danger. Six in the second place: Quiet return. This is a period of changeable conditions. The ruler of . No blame. will receive honors. the way is slow. Merchants and travelers ceased traveling. And rulers would not visit their territories. Now is the time to better yourself. disaster. Six at the top: Confusing return. Good fortune. The student. or win honors in school. If in school. But if birth time and zodiac symbols are unfavorable. or. if diseased. he will get his position back. One has many doubts and mistakes. But he may still mourn: he should watch the health of his father. he will be safe. a person may find that he has to resigfn. Six in the third place: Frequent returns. The season referred to is spring and the image is that of thunder under heaven: it is going to rain and you can neither help nor prevent it. be prepared for insultt and fnutration. the lower trigram. 25.JO Wu Wang / Tht UniMpecled (tntuKsnu) the nation will meet ditsMtr. strength. . droughts. not itruggle against them. this will result in good fortune. or leader. is father. wrong. Even if you are criticized at work and ordered to leave. bat action lead* to By being too Hubborn. which means heaven. The hexagram also indicates that the young man {Chen) should obey his father {Ch'ien) or follow the direction of a leader. At this time quietncu enfuret good fortune. If in fchool. It the spring even though he cannot predict how great the harvest will be in the autumn: storms. Those who get this hexagram may face a great undertaking in the future. (See the fifth line. you will remain. Benefit. he must adapt to the conditions. or floods may come. you are in danger of appearing ffliffortune. Wu Wang / The Unexpected (Innocence) Wu Wang indicates that everything should occur naturally. «. When he encounters trouble or difficulty. One simply does what he should and does not calculate the is much like plowing. means thunder. with- out ambition or design. or eldest son.Chen. THE JUDGMENT The Unexpected: sublime success. Perseverance.) The upper trigram of Wu WangCh'ien. The farmer plows in result. and it will be unable to attadi for ten yean. a merchant will gain profit. Those with jobs will be promoted. and a farmer will increase his property and stock. Nine in the fourth place: If one carries on. People will retain their property without loss. . Those with jobs willmanage their careers well. THE SYMBOL Thunder rolls under heaven. Everything is innocent. There is advantage in undertaking something. Profit for all. and property. The ancient kings cultivated virtue And used the appropriate time To nourish all beings. Six in the second place: Do not count the harvest while planting. But others may suffer illness. or entanglement in gossip. and a passerby takes it. People will gain fame. This is a time of good fortune for some: an employed person will be given an independent position as manager or foreman. Wu Wwg/ The Unexpected 7/ Someone acts incorrciily: inisfortune. The passerby gains. Six in the third place: An unexpected misfortune: the cow is tied up. nor plow the field that lies in fallow. Recognition for the student or scholar. money. Harmony for the employee with those both above and below him. No benefit for undertakings. the villagers are in trouble. and students will pass their exams without difficulty. Profit for merchants. A student will find it hard to gain recognition. no blame. THE LINES Nine at the bottom: Innocent actions bring good fortune. and students and scholars will be happy with their positions. loss of money. The sick will recover quickly. try to cultivate their friendship. t Ta Ch'u / Taming the Great Powers Taming Great Powers means the storing of great internal the strength. 26. while Ken. the upper trigram. Good fortune will follow. knowledge. and it implies a bright. use no medicine. and precious metals. indicating that the strength and energy are in storage for later use. Chen. standing for storage of material wealth. and the upper nuclear trigram. . This line indicates success in your plans. Ken means mountain. but you should endure to the end and not despair. trees. At the same time the mountain. Nine at the top: Innocent action brings disaster. The lower trigram. You will encounter difficulties. and if a student does not know how to deal with society. plants. the problem will resolve itself. If you get this hexagram it indicates that you have a great deal of work to do. It is a time to conceive children. If you avoid difficulty. If you meet troublesome or bad-temf>ered people. No advantage. has its own inner strength. you will have a good chance to advance. Ch'ien. But even if you are entangled. If one can adapt to the changing situation. being solid. together suggest strength and energy within. has the attribute of stillness. he can avoid disaster. and energy for a vast undertaking. later on they can help you. For upon and within a mountain one finds wild animals. But in addi- tion to these spiritual qualities. But if a person cannot handle his job he may lose it. he can expect to face humilia- tion. successful future.72 Ta Ch'u I Taming the Great Powers Nine in the fifth place: For an unexpected illness. If you want to get married but parents are opposing you. for disaster may fol- low action. THE SYMBOL Heaven within the mountain Symbolizes Taming the Great Powers. at worst there may be disaster or gossip. THE LINES Nine at the bottom: When one meets danger. it is better to stop. Those employed will get good jobs. It is of benefit to continue working hard and to keep the chariot safe. A time of retreat. if in school. The wise man studies ancient knowledge To improve his character. Persistence benefits. It is of benefit to cross the great water. Ta Ch'u I Taming the Great Powers jj Keep in mind that a fanner tames an unruly bull so that later it will pull a plow. but be careful of your health and beware of losing something. Nine in the second place: The axletree separates from the wagon. It is of benefit to go somewhere. Not to eat at home is good fortune. many people will help you and you will be successful in the end. while students will advance. People will find favor with a superior or get help from their friends. Through hard work they will achieve success. Nine in the third place: Good horses compete with each other. wait for an opportunity. You may succeed with the help of another. If employed you should consider resigfning. THE JUDGMENT Taming the Great Powers. continue to try to win their approval. . Now it is best to remain quiet and inactive. The hexagram itself portrays an open mouth. Success. One can expect success in everything he does. / / Nourishment In several ways Hexagram 27 suggests nourishment. The upper trigram. and will achieve their goals. Great good fortune. you can expect to be promoted. means mountain. Good fortune. the lower moves. or receive property and animals. watering the earth. People will have happiness. good fortune. For a student it means recognition. The attributes of the two primary trigrams — ^stillness for Ken and movement for C/i^n—correspond to the workings of the upper and lower jaws: the upper is still. The lower trigram. then a person can chew even very tough food and thus . on which nourishing things grow. If you receive this line. means wood and therefore trees. the broken lines representing the teeth. plants. Six in the fifth place: The boar has a tusk but is gelded. pass your exams. Nine at the top: One follows the way of heaven. while students and scholars will gain high positions. For an employee this means a high promotion through others' recommendation. Chen. herbs. and the thunder rolling around the foot of the mountain suggests that soon rain will fall. Employed people will be promoted. If both jaws work well together. Ken. 27.J4 ^ I Nourishment Six in the fourth place: The headboard restrains the young bull. Chen is also thunder. and all the food and medicines derived from them. Observe the providing of nourishment And the food someone seeks for himself. There may be . The jaws functioning together also present an image of harmony in society. and even though the fourth and fifth lines are good. For a young man this hexagram means that he has the energy to strive to advance in society. A student. his energy has run out. One may encounter slander at work traceable to bribery. will still have a chance for a fellowship or scholarship. The superior man is cautious in his speech. THE JUDGMENT Nourishment. / indicates the other function of the mouth. // Nourishment 75 get more nourishment. The first. moderation in eating. However. or one may be criticized in school for brazen behavior. People will encounter both good and bad fortune. however. Six in the second place: Seeking nourishment from the top. THE SYMBOL Thunder rolling around the foot of the mountain Is the symbol of Nourishment. For an old man it means rest and retire- ment. there will be misfortune. Continuing leads to good fortune. you should watch what you say and be careful of danger. In addition. and third lines of the hexagram all point to misfortune. This line indicates possible disaster due to arrogance or conflict. just as one can achieve success and benefits through hard work. second. is necessary. speech. To set forth leads to misfortune. THE LINES Nine at the bottom: you leave your divine tortoise and If look at me with mouth drooling. He restrains and regulates his eating and drinking. Gossip and trouble can result from careless speech. one strays from the path to the hill. as in other things. With another's help. But if the time is unfavorable. however. One stares like a starving tiger stalking its prey. Six in the fifth place: One strays from the path. It is of benefit to cross the great water.7^ / / Nourishment gossip and poor health. no benefit or advantage. Owing to misconduct there is a danger of encountering disaster. A trip by airplane or ship is not recommended at this time.Those employed will have independent positions and be honored by their superiors. Remaining in the correct way brings good fortune. will be able to find only menial positions. or dismissal. one will be liable to criticism. . Everything bodes good fortune. Continuing in this way brings misfortune: no action for ten years. or poor health. The employed person may face criticism and slander. a high position and good income. great recognition. Students. Those employed must be cautious of being demoted. leading to success in their goals. for the academic. Nine at the top. No blame. Six in the fourth place: Seeking nourishment from the top of the mountain brings good fortune. misfortune. one will succeed in his career and will achieve his goals. Seeking the source of nourishment. students and scholars will gain recogni- tion. Danger. Six in the third place: One turns away from nourishment. For those employed. The student should be wary of being slandered. Don't cross the great water. People will have continued success and glory. gossip. good fortune. The student risks the loss of his good reputation because of notoriety. People will be helped by someone. This situation indi- cates that one's ambitions are greater than his abilities. It benefits one to go anywhere. He feels no regret. are weak (the yin lines in the first and sixth positions). however. The ridgepole is crooked. but there is also a tendency to be arrogant and aggressive. They have ability and are capable of great undertakings. he is likely to be overexpand- ing his business and about to run short of money. If a businessman gets this hexagram. this hexagram is unfavorable: it refers to an old man with a young girl. means wood. and a young man with an older woman. He will also have disputes with his employees. Both the lower and upper nuclear trigrams are Ch'ien. lake. The lines of the hexagram portray a ridgepole. Success. it means very great strength. the upper trigram. 28. . Owing to their inner fortitude. bent because they are unable to bear the weight. tree. When isolated.) Although they love each other deeply. strength. THE JUDGMENT Great Excess. is undisturbed. (See lines two and six. The superior man. means water. the lower trigram. Ta Kuo / Great Excess Ta Kuo indicates something extraordinary or excessive. they will not find happiness. For marriage affairs. THE SYMBOL The lake rising over the trees Symbolizes Great Excess. Tui. Together they present the image of trees under water: a flood. the highest beam supporting a roof. If he has to retreat from society. and soft. those who get this hexagram can face danger without fear. Ta Kuo /Great Excess yy it. and also broken. The two ends. repeated twice. Sun. An old woman gains a young husband: No blame. At work you can expect an important position. Nine in the second place: The withered poplar tree sprouts new shoots. A yielding manner will avoid trouble. some may not be able to continue on their jobs. there will be movurning. Although one loses his job. But if birth time and zodiac symbols are not favorable. misfortune. no praise. Nine in the fifth place: A withered poplar blossoms. Everything is favorable. you can expect a good career. One will marry. will have or adopt children. he can regain it. un- happy for a long time. At this time people may experience difficulty in their undertakings. good fortune. At this time you have a chance to accumulate money through caution and economy. But something else may cause humiliation. The oldman marries a young wife. I£ you are employed.j8 Ta Kuo I Great Excess THE LINES Six at the bottom: To spread white rushes below leads to no blame. Organizations will increase their membership. and a student. or if married. There is a danger of being set back. be assured that your position is secure. If a student. During this time be cautious at work or in school. perhaps an older man and a young woman will be wed. . One should expect trouble from an old woman. Sadness grows from excessive happiness. will have a new opportunity for advancement. Nine in the fourth place: The ridgepole is strengthened. Nine in the third place: The ridgepole bends under pressure. Expect to be involved in some form of construction. by diligently pursuing your studies. and students will find it hard to gain recognition. in school you will gain recognition. especially for religious studies and writings. The hexagram is favorable. Misfortune. one yang line in difficult situation. dan- ger. For women the hexagram indicates a time of menstrual problems. however. six at the top means high recognition.) . misfortune. If a person is employed. 29. such as remarriage or marriage later in life. Those who receive this hexagram should beware of trickery or deceitand be on guard against burglary and robbery. however. For the student. Kan I Water y^ Six at the top: One walks through the water and it goes over his head. in exceptional cases. (Danger. which means there are many dangers in your environment. ^ K'an / Water This hexagram means danger. no blame. Here K'an is both the upper and the lower trigram. or financial problems will prevent their marriage. A young man who wishes to marry for the first time will have difficulties. or entanglement in a The trigram K'an means water. do not struggle with all the difficulties around you. During this time they may be injured or become involved in a serious dispute. You should be both careful and patient. the middle surrounded by two yin lines indicates its attribute. THE JUDGMENT Water doubled. They may have a problem with alcohol.A young couple willencounter trouble: both partners will take other lovers. This line implies sadness and depression. For study or research it bodes well. he should be careful not to arouse his employer's jealousy. For a working . At work you are in danger of being reproved or demoted. One should work for small gains only. Six in the third place: Water flows on and on. If you are working. The superior man constantly preserves his virtue And practices his task of education. This is a time of achieving small tasks and gaining small successes. Do not act. you should consider resigning. One is in the pit of the abyss. you may avoid danger. Misfortune. you can expect to pass your exam and perhaps even get a job. This line indicates difficulties and conflicts. If you hold a high position.8o K'an / Water Sincerity leads to success (peacefulness) In your heart (and mind). A time for meeting a friend or getting married. Danger. One falls into the pit of water. There is no blame in the end. you should avoid excessive drinking. you may be slandered or suspended. You will succeed in your actions. how- ever. If you are a student. THE SYMBOL Water flows unceasingly into the depths Symbolizing Water doubled. But if birth time and zodiac symbols are not favor- able. If you get this line. Two bowls of food should be put into an earthen container and passed through the window. you may experience personal difficulties or contract a stomach disease. keep studying and wait for an opportunity to show your proficiency. THE LINES Six at the bottom: Water flows repeatedly. Nine in the second place: There is danger in the abyss. if in school. Six in the fourth place: A jug of wine. if you are in school. glory. A student can expect to get a minor job. or you will be detained. it can cause disaster. Six at the top: Tied with thick ropes. No blame. but even in a lesser job he will have success. both physical and mental. This is also a time. Li I Fire 8i f>erson. Those who get this hexagram should remember that if fire is misused or uncontrolled. Our bodies convert food into calories. when one may be in mourning. # = Li / Fire Both the upper and lower trigrams are Li: fire. however. Misfortune. and if we do not have enough of them we weaken. it The hexagram is always in motion. bright- ness. People will achieve their goals smoothly and without endangering themselves. Nine in the fifth place: The water does not overflow its bounds. sun. If you receive this line. 30. and although a student will en- counter obstacles. A flame is not stable. and full of fire. a sales position is likely. They . The waves are calm. he has a chance to become an assistant. Fire is an imp>ortant element in many ways. Be cautious. signifies external which are constantly changing. one is put in prison among thorn bushes. explosive. Students can expect to pass their exams. One cannot find the way for three years. One now has a good chance to win a glamorous position in public relations. or units of heat. and conditions internally it means a mind that is never fixed on anything or a per- son who is short-tempered. avoid all entanglements. from happiness comes sadness. To take care of the cow leads to good fortune. THE SYMBOL Doubled brightness symbolizes Fire. In summer the hexagram is favorable. The student should avoid error which can exf>ose him to insult. Success. If one is cautious. no blame. THE JUDGMENT Fire. but if they misuse them there will be trouble. Nine in the third place: Under the light of the setting sun. Those employed will gain imf>ortant f>ositions. one sings without beating the pot. and if she uses her ability she will achieve success. Everyone should watch his steps so that he doesn't injure his feet.82 Li I Fire have plenty of energy and sharp. a young woman who is beautiful outside (the two yang lines) and devoted inside (the yin line). but in autumn it means misfortune and decline. She is welcome in society. . By being cautious the employed person can do his work smoothly. The trigram Li also means the second or middle daughter. bemoaning one's old age. A great man perpetuates the light And illuminates the four comers of the universe. not crudely. Avoid breaking the law. This is a time of profit. THE LINES Nine at the bottom: The footsteps are confused. Danger and difficulty will come again and again: misfortune. In romantic Li indicates that both the man and the woman affairs if they hesitate and contemplate for too long are very passionate. penetrating minds: if they apply their abilities carefully they will be successful. It is of benefit to continue. if in school you should avoid insult. Misfortune. Trouble arises from waning good fortune. those in school will pass their exams and gain recognition. Six in the second place: The yellow light of the sun indicates great good fortune. but they cannot marry. If employed you might retire. Good fortune. affection. ^ Hsien / Attraction (Stimulation) Hsien. No blame. sighing. Ken. Insolence in the student will lead to error. one will be isolated. and the lower trigram. Undertakings now are favored. People will make profits. Do not expect recognition at this time." . strength or young man. he can expect conflict with those both above and below him. This hexagram is quite favorable for marriage. but good fortune hides in misfortune. the man pleasing the woman with his courteous. means joyous or young woman. Six in the fifth place: A flood of tears. and sensitivity. it bums up. Nine at the top: The king goes to fight. This line indicates that if one is arrogant. you are likely to resign. If you are a student or unemployed. you can expect difficulty in your undertakings. Victory. Attraction. Tut. The energetic young man and the beautiful young woman are strongly attracted to each other. Hsien / Attraction (Stimulation) 8j Nine in the fourth place: It comes abruptly. even if you have a high position. and sadness. Beware of trouble arising from fighting or fire. But if birth time and zodiac symbols are not favorable. If you are employed. This is a lucky time. deferring manner. If two young people are well matched they should get married. for the Judgment advises: "To marry a girl is good fortune. There may be suflEering or mourning. and is cast aside. also means stimulation. succeed in their careers. or do well in their exams. 31. dies. The upper trigram. He kills the leader and captures the followers. She got this hexagram. If you are working. Ken (young man). Success. After the next class she told me that their relationship had worsened and they planned to separate. They had been living together for several years." Both the text of the moving line and the shajie of the hexagram are unfavorable. it also means standstill. just as after marriage the couple will have children. To continue is of benefit. With a humble manner The superior man receives people. it will be difficult to carry out. To marry a girl is good fortune. The lower trigram. If he insists on following. and she wanted to know whether or not he would marry her.84 Hsien / Attraction (Stimulation) In business Hsien indicates harmony between employer and em- ployee and that there is enough capital and energy to keep the busi- ness running smoothly. The third line reads: "Stimulation in the thighs. If you get this line. It is a good time to expand and open new branches. changing from a slow- paced position to a more exciting one. Not only the name moving line gives of a hexagram but also the a specific answer to a question. THE LINES Six at the bottom: Stimulation in the big toe. I told her that he would not marry her. THE JUDGMENT Attraction. you may get a new job in your department. When the moving from unbroken to line changes broken the whole trigram becomes negative. Priests and monks can expect to travel far to preach. you will plan an undertaking. indicating no sincerity on his part. The correct course is to wait patiently for the proper time for an undertaking. but if it is planned hastily. with the moving line in the third position. he will be humiliated. THE SYMBOL The lake on top of the mountain Symbolizes Attraction. . represented her boyfriend. A student in one of my / Ching classes asked for a prediction about her boyfriend. In school one can expect difficulty in carrying out his plans. he should not expect high grades. and although a student will pass his exams. however. Nine in the fifth place: Stimulation in the middle of the back. Employed people will find good fortune in their present jobs. This is the time to demonstrate intelligence. But at work one should still be wary of losing his present p>osition. This line indiactes that a person's mind is constantly troubled and his ideas differ from those of his friends. Six at the top: Stimulation in the jaws and tongue. only his friends will follow his ideas. If you work. will find no recognition now and only small benefits. Stillness invites good fortune. but good fortune lies in quietude rather than activity. if they are sent to work in another place. One tends to be hurried and busy. thus only minor success is indicated. If you are a student. you should be on guard against gossip and accusations. such as the theater or journalism. Nine in the fourth place: To carry on reaps good fortune. he will be humiliated. If one performs his duties competently. If his mind is not quiet and his thoughts go back and forth. Perhaps one's strong opinions at work will create discord. misfortune will result. remorse disappears. Students and scholars will not advance. . Hsien / Attraction (Stimulation) 8$ Six in the second place: Stimulation in the calves of the legs. A student. No remorse. the time is advantageous to enter a profession involving speech or commentary. there will be a chance for promotion. Conflict. Only small ventures will succeed. Nine in the third place: Stimulation in the thighs. Misfortune. If he insists on following. The superior man stands firm Without changing direction. Going anywhere is advantageous. continues the meaning of the preceding hexagram. At work one will be out of . The married couple follows the example of the universe. Success. never peaceful. or soft wood. The fourth line says: "No birds in the field. Heng / Duration Heng. Here they represent husband and wife in an enduring marriage. No blame. means gentle. Nothing is of benefit. For a long time one is out of place. In business this hexagram teaches perseverance. If a person fails to be reconciled to his position in society. THE JUDGMENT Duration. Duration. eldest daughter. he will be troubled by anxiety. It benefits to continue.86 Heng / Duration 32. thun- der. in which the heavenly bodies p>ossess duration: like the sun and moon they do not change their course. to continue this brings misfortune. the lower trigram. Attraction. or hard wood. THE SYMBOL Thunder and wind symbolize Duration. The upper trigram. If you are a student. Chen. Sun. you must continue to strive for knowledge and an academic degree. Hsien. means eldest son. THE LINES Six at the bottom: One seeks duration too insistently. How can one get birds?" Perseverance brings benefits and profits. A stable situation is now possible. avoid failure. Inflexibility at work and misconduct in school will bring misfortune. For a long time one is out of place. For students. and refrain from trickery in school. and lawsuits. Continuing (not to improve) brings humiliation. This is the time to be wary of insults. It isa busy period for those who work: they should not expect peace but. Rather. How can one get birds? If you receive this line. Heng I Duration 8j favor with his superior. rather. anxiety. but not large undertakings. be wary of losing your present position. there may be scant recognition. he will be disgraced. but not for a man. with caution. conflicts. Six at the top: Continuous agitation means misfortune. you should not expect success. however. A slower pace of living and more time given to reflection. Nine in the second place: Remorse vanishes. at school one will lack good friends who can help him. At work one can maintain liis position and. Your misconduct is liable to lead to criticism or insult. During this time small successes are within reach. . even with heightened efforts. Don't flatter influential people at work. Nine in the fourth place: No birds in the field. in school one has a chance for recognition. Nine he does not continue to im- in the third place: If prove his character. Six in the fifth place: Firmly instilling duration in one's character is good fortune for a woman. can prevent a breakdown. It is also a time when wives will be of little consolation to their husbands. and resig- nation. those who get this hexagram are liable to suffer losses. who lived during the Sung one time wished to impeach the powerful and dynasty. they should consider closing down now before too much money is lost. certain businesses will. Ken. together they portray an old man in seclusion in the mountains. THE JUDGMENT Retreat. mountain or stillness. in military strategy means the withdrawal of forces. resigned from his official post. Tun / Retreat (Withdrawal) The essential connotations of Tun are retreat. after Confucius himself and Mencius. Before submitting his impeach- ment demand to the emperor. retreat or go into seclusion. however. if conditions are adverse. and devoted his life to teaching and writing. retirement. Chu Hsi withdrew his demand. Success. or for a leader to withdraw. compromise.88 Tun I Retreat (Withdrawal) • St 33. The eminent scholar Chu Hsi (1130-1200). Thus Tun signifies a favorable time for an older person to retire from work. The nickname he took for himself was Tun Wong. During this This is period. The hexa- gram is not favorable for marriage. . To persist in small matters is of benefit. hotels. at notorious premier. As a result. Its it lesson is that you should not try to contest an opponent directly." Chu Hsi later became known as the third sage of the Confucian school. however he consulted the / Ching and got this hexagram. The upper trigram. and the lower trigram. Ch'ien. means old man or leader. including theaters. which means literally "Old Master of Retreat. Han Tuo Chou. not a good time to begin a new enterprise. or. restaurants. In business. bu rather. and entertainmeot businesses.be successful. Not with anger. Now is the time to seek a position involving writing. rather. or threats. One can exp>ect conflict with friends or relatives and insults from subordinates. THE LINES Six at the bottom: The tail in retreat. Good fortune. they should. waiting for the correct time for undertakings. and criticism. People will encounter difficulties in action. Nine in the fourth place: Voluntary retreat is good fortune for the superior man. like yellow oxhide. Tun / Retreat (Withdrawal) 89 THE SYMBOL The mountain beneath the sky Symbolizes Retreat. danger. Farmers will add to their livestock. . In school large projects cannot be achieved. Those employed should consider retiring if they feel something harmful happening to them. he will encounter trouble instead. The superior man keeps his distance From the inferior. maintain a peaceful demeanor and avoid disaster.) Danger. but one's own calm demeanor can prevent disaster. (Someone closely following. but with dignity. Take care of women and subordinates. Although one desires successand achievement or favors from his superior. no one can dissuade him. Six in the second place: If his will is strong. but not for the inferior man. such as that of news commentator. Nine in the third place: Retreat with entanglement is dangerous and leads to illness. The student will pass his exams and receive a degree. speaking. A person may meet with sickness. No undertakings. but he will receive help from his wife or a new member of his family. Students and scholars should continue their research. Nine in the fifth place: Appropriate retreat. how- ever. Those in school will receive help from in- fluential people. If you are in school. Favora- ble conditions are likely to contribute to the young man's success. but if his efforts are too forceful or he overexerts himself. Those who work can expect promo- tions to better positions. This line bodes good fortune. while students should wait for a favorable time for an undertaking. the upper trigram. Retreat after success. he will be the cause of disputes. People can expect benefits from their enterprises. also stands for a horse or a young man. You should consider resigning to avoid danger. The hexagram. Chen.po Ta Chang / Great Power Though you are helped by a woman or subordinate. Nine at the top. To continue brings good fortune. signifies strength and movement. but when they are in I . do not expect a great opportunity now. however. 34. Ta Chuang / Great Power Thunder (Chen) is in the sky (Ch'ien). thus the hexagram also portrays a strong horse galloping with great force and speed or a young man with much energy and eager for action. suggests a way to ensure good fortune: when the strong lines are in yielding positions (second and fourth) there is good fortune. may resign. the lower. they will gain property and have good fortune in every way. Everything is favorable. representing great power. Those with jobs. while Ch'ien. trouble is coming. The superior man's conduct Does not oppose the rules. while the superior man does not. Referring to marriage. lawsuits. the hexagram means that you should be patient and treat the opposite sex kindly. THE SYMBOL Thunder in the sky above Symbolizes Great Power. conflicts. It is of benefit to continue. Ta Chung/ Great Power pi strong positions (first and third) there is misfortune. To continue is dangerous. . Nine in the second place: Persistence brings good fortune. and if the student tries to advance by taking advantage of a situation. Watch out for troubles. This is true. Work- ing people can expect high promotions. Yielding and compromise are the answer. but if you rush into marriage. this may also be a time of punishment or mourning. THE JUDGMENT Great Power. humili- ation and remorse. This line implies that you will be able to achieve your goal. It (the second line) is in the center (the middle way). you will experience failure. The essence of the third line is disaster from which escape will be difficult. The goat butts against a hedge. he will be humiliated. obstacles. while students will gain recognition. Gossiping or evil actions will bring insult for the employee. One should be on guard against foot trouble. entangling its horns. Actions lead to misfortune. Decisive action now is liable to bring conflicts and lawsuits. Nine in the third place: The inferior man uses his power. This brings success and harmony. THE LINES Nine at the bottom: Power in the toes. a time of beginnings. perhaps to manager of a new branch. The hedge opens and entangle- ments vanish. If one continues to work through the difficulty. No remorse. For business this hexagram means increase and growth: your enterprise can reach a high level of success. Unemployed people will get jobs. If you get this line. Six at the top: A goat butts against the hedge. One not able to achieve one's plans. You may lose your position at work or encounter difficulties in school.p2 Chin I Progress Nine in the fourth place: Persistence brings good fortune and remorse vanishes. you will be promoted. no benefit. . nothing furthers. and students will succeed in their projects and pass their exams with high grades. cease all arrogant behavior. to avoid failure. as the sun ascends brightly at noon. A serious time is for the sick. In school the student should not expect recognition now. Six in the fifth place: He carelessly loses the goat. Powerful as the axle of the big cart. You may be entangled in conflicts and lawsuits. If already employed. It is also favorable for anyone seeking a job. 35. otherwise it will cause you trouble. It cannot advance or retreat. such as a new business or a young man. The bright sun stands for all that holds promise or hope for the future. Chin / Progress The two trigrams of Chin depict the sun {Li) rising above the earth {K'un) at dawn. One should overcome his cowardice at work. bringing good fortune for the individual. there is good fortune. Activity will follow a long quiet period. powerful. perhaps even leaving your homeland. persistence brings He receives good fortune from the Queen Mother." indicates a dispute within a company. In certain cases the hexagram is not favorable. however. that dealing with these problems carefully and patiently will bring good fortune. he will not achieve his goals. It also indi- . Chin I Progress 95 Chin also indicates a separation from relatives and friends. one should remain benevolent. THE LINES Six at the bottom: When progress meets obstruction. Thus the superior man brightens his character. This is a time of both happiness and sadness. healthy) Is bestowed with many horses by the king. Chin is favorable for marriage and establishing a new home and family. The second line suggests that a man can expect help from his mother and benefit from his wife in achieving his goals. you will be rushed and trouble will develop. or social group: the leader will argue with members or employees. Six in the second place: When progress comes with sadness. for misfortune will follow an undertaking. At this time a person should not expect the trust of his neighbor. THE JUDGMENT The Marquis K'ang (rich. The line also indicates. When your business expands rapidly. how- ever. good fortune. If one lacks the trust of others. if one fails to win the confidence of his mentor. "to chastise his own city. you will be reunited with those you left. The phrase in the sixth line. At work one should look out for slander. THE SYMBOL The sun rising above the earth Is the symbol of Progress. In school. After this period of separation. political party. No blame. Who receives him three times in a single day. Lead a quiet life. persistence brings good fortune. . but no recognition. This is not the time for a student to seek a job. remorse vanishes. A person who receives this line will profit from his undertakings. At work take care to avoid diffi- culties due to slander. At this time you can expect your income to increase. to continue brings danger. cates that people will though frustrated in the beginning. People can expect help from their friends to achieve their goals. Those employed will be promoted. fortune and no blame. One should not mind gain or loss. and that students. one should expect loss and mourning. there will be conflict or fighting. To act brings good fortune and benefit in everything. To continue brings humiliation. Six in the fourth place: When progress is like a hamster.94 Chin I Progress work under wise supervisors. If he has a job he can expect a promotion. Six in the third place: When the majority assents. will find harmony later. if he is in school he will win recognition. It is only in order to chastise his own Awareness of danger brings city. You may become involved in building or repairing a house. Students will find jobs. But if birth time and zodiac symbols are unfavorable. A time of conflicts and lawsuits. Six at the top: Progressing to the horns. If birth time and zodiac symbols are not favorable. and students will gain recognition and find jobs. Nine in the fifth place: Remorse vanishes. is above the sun. Ming I is the ruler of my life from age forty to eight-one. Ming I / Darkening of the Light (The Darkened Light) In this hexagram the earth. nobody will recognize it. meaning that it is night and darkness is everywhere. THE SYMBOL The sun sinking under the earth . and when the right time (dawn) comes you will be successful. K'un. I can personally testify to the timeliness of this hexagram's advice. It is and you should hide your wisdom. while I was working in the United Nations headquarters and teaching and lecturing. In 1972 I completed a project never before at- tempted by anyone: computerizing the / Ching for horoscopes. even a dark time if you have ability or knowledge. ^6. Activity now will cause you difficulty or make others jealous. But after I retired and devoted most of my time to writing and study. Li. I became success- ful asan author. If you get hexagram. Ming 1 1 Darkening of the Light (The Darkened Light) 95 n. It benefits one to carry on Through hard times. many of my colleagues were envious of my knowledge. Ming I bodes ill for legal marriages. but it is favorable for love afiEairs and common-law unions. THE JUDGMENT Darkening of the Light. According to my astrological chart. You should expand your knowledge through study and research. you should be patient even in the midst this of danger. Just as it indicates. It is also a period of evil conditions. This is a time to restore your energy and wait patiently for the dawn. Then he gets the chance to fly away from the courtyard. Continue. Act without rushing. but one can also expect honor or a promotion at work perhaps to the — position of an important assistant —and recognition. Conflict indicated by nine in the third place. one may receive a car or a horse. His host speaks of him with derision. of being injured in the foot or hand. This is a mixed time: one should beware of disaster. Good fortune. Those who are working may be transferred to another place. but he is saved by a strong horse. THE LINES Nine at the bottom: The darkened light flies and droops its wings. One should beware of trouble in the hands. If birth time and zodiac symbols are favor- able. Yet still has glory. Six in the second place: The darkened light injures his left thigh. those who are . If you get this line. A person may is travel to a remote place in his work. Six in the fourth place: He f)enetrates the left belly (an inner place) and wins the heart (confidence) of the darkened light. He leaves to go someplace. In approaching the people the superior man veils his brightness. Nine in the third place: The southern expedition of the darkened light captures the leader. you are likely to move up to a p>owerful posi- tion at work. The superior man fasts for three days during his wanderings. or of being harmed by a bad leader. you can gain great recognition by passing your exams. if still in school. while a student can expect sadness and anger. People can expect to succeed with the help of others. A student will pass his exams in school.^ Ming 11 Darkening of the Light (The Darkened Light) Symbolizes the Darkening of the Light. In ancient China the family was highly organized. At work one should beware of being reproached and losing his job. self-contained society in which each member had special duties. The wife. But if birth time and zodiac symbols are unfavorable. but success will not be found in another place or country. After initial success. however. This is a time of difficulty both for oneself and for one's family. for her charge was running the house- hold. The husband took care of external matters. Both students and the unemployed should not expect to meet a good friend now. Chia Jen / The Family Chia Jen represents the family. in school one must beware of failure. -^ 37. and it indicates a time for the members to be mindful of their responsibilities to each other. one should expect obstacles. Six in the fifth place: The darkened light of Prince Chi. Aged persons should take care of their health. the eldest and middle daughters. Chia Jen / The Family py isolated will gain success and recognition. working in the community. will help working people avoid difficult conditions. Being thrifty. a small. Continuance benefits. how- ever. to the sky. and later plunged into the earth. Women are likely to bear sons. Six at the top: Not but shadows. The two primary trigrams are Sun and Li. the internal affairs. Li is also . demonstrating the importance of women in the family. First he ascended light. one should look out for trouble in the stomach. was even more important. This family is indicated by the hexagram in several ways. In addition you should coordinate with others in the social organizations you belong to. This is a time of harmonious. The hexagram advises you to cooperate with the other members of your family. THE JUDGMENT The Family. At work one can expect to be honored and receive an im- portant post. she should not pursue her fancies. the yin lines female members. THE SYMBOL The wind coming out of the fire Symbolizes the Family. Re- morse disappears. People can expect success in their plans. and in your work apply your- self conscientiously with your colleagues to achieve a common goal. In addition. A woman's perseverance benefits. For marriage Chia Jen indicates success. and the woman (Sun) kept watch over the household fire so that itwould not go out. Those employed will receivegood promotions or get important jobs. The speech of the superior man Should have substance. students and scholars will do well in their work or examinations. During this time people will enjoy success and an increase in their property. The single person is likely to get married. Persistence leads to good fortune. The husbands (lines three and five) are strong lines in strong positions. and the wives (lines two and four) are yielding lines in yielding positions. In school one is likely to win a scholarship. And his conduct be enduring. each line represents a member of the family: the yang lines are male members. child-producing marriages. . Six in the second place: Her duties are to keep the house- hold and prepare the food.p8 Chia Jen / The Family fire. THE LINES Nine at the bottom: He sets up a rule for his family. If you work. fire bums up- ward. An employee is apt to get a powerful and important post. When women and children are silly. is a time to expect an increase in income and a promotion. The up- per primary trigram is Li (fire). or contradiction. be conscientious and generous. This If you are still in school. do not become involved in a mediocre project. there will be regret in the end. Six in the fourth place: One makes the family prosperous. for it will not succeed. you will gain recognition. however. fighting. water flows downward. Avoid moodiness and bad habits. Great good fortune. Nine at the top: Sincerity and dignity bring good fortune. while the lower primary trigram is Tui (lake. ICuei /Opposition ^p Nine in the third place: If the members of the family are severe toward each other. and a student will gain recognition. water. Good fortune. Many people will receive help from influential benefactors. There may be an occasion for mourning. water puts out . fire evaporates water. Nine in the fifth place: The king extends his love to the family (country) without worry. At work one can expect to be promoted and recognized. there will be seriousness but good fortune. metal). if in school. You can expect to achieve your goals. K'uei / Opposition Hexagram 38 means opj>osition. At this time women are likely to rise in stature in society. According to their natures. Even if you are lonely now. you will become p>opular. ^ 38. No har- mony is found in K'uei. A student will achieve his goals slowly. the time is not good for you. can expect to find a job now. After first losing. if you have a new plan. Li and Tui. One may be set back at work but a promotion will come later. with little help from friends. no blame.loo K'uei I Opposition fire. Your change will turn misfor- tune into good fortune. An unemployed person. The nuclear trigrams present this same situation: K'an (water) and Li. above and below him. In love affairs a triangle relationship of two women and one man is indicated by the upper nuclear trigram. it will return by itself. If one loses a at the bottom: horse. THE JUDGMENT Opposition. people will regain.) The hexagram is not favorable for business. (See the top line. They oppose each other and cannot exist together. you should change your attitude and treat others generously. wait for a more favorable time before attempting it. Maintain the present state of your business and do not expand. a man. In small things.one should not look for it. Even if one sees evil men. For marital affairs K'uei means that it is better to proceed cautiously and not rush into anything. however. or encountering the wrong things in life (first and top lines). THE LINES Nine Remorse vanishes. to be Those receiving this hexagram will not get along with friends or family. The superior man distinguishes among them. their suspicions lead them to oppose and contradict others. . and the two women. Liv'-ng with the people. K'an. Even if conditions seem favorable. This line indicates discord in the begfinning but harmony later. THE SYMBOL Fire above the Take Symbolizes Opposition. good fortune. They are always meeting the wrong people in society (see the first and third lines). If these things happen to you. under the present conditions you will have many disputes. Confusion in the beginning but order later. The member of the clan bites the skin. and the student will pass his exams. But if birth time and zodiac symbols are not favorable. in come after difl&culty. Nine at the top: Isolated due to opposition. Those employed will get promoted. But if birth time school. At work one should be cautious of gossip. ^itei /Opposition loz If birth time and zodiac symbols are not favorable. The employed person. great recognition will and zodiac symbols are not favorable. Nine in the fourth place: Isolated owing to opposition. you will find safety even in a dangerous situation. but they will find safety in spite of dangerous conditions. a city dweller's pet or a farmer's livestock will meet with disaster. Nine in the second place: One meets his superior in an alley. Six in the third place: When the ox stopped. will receive a promotion. He sees a mzm whose hair and nose have been cut oft. Going. Misfortune in the beginning. Unmarried people can expect to get married. Six in the fifth place: Remorse vanishes. Obstacles in the beginning. no blame. Recommendations from friends will help the unemployed get jobs. You are likely to benefitfrom your undertakings and from help received from friends. the student will receive help from his professor. Even though there is danger. you may not get along with friends and relatives. one sees a . good fortune later. smoothness in the end. No blame. No blame. With the help of friends you can expect to carry out your under- takings successfully. the cart moved back. one may be injured or have trouble with relatives. under a wise superior. people will meet obstacles in their undertakings. and there may even be injury and lawsuits. and stu- dents will pass their exams and gain recognition. The unmarried person is likely to get married. he meets a strong man and they associate sincerely. the southeast is the favorable direction. It is a very cold period. icy water. In ancient China the upper part of the Yangtze River. Here the river is less dangerous and of benefit to the people through its irrigation of the land and useful- ness in navigation. In school things will be confusing at first. but all will go smoothly later. One should watch out for gossip. he will propose marriage. It is not a good time for movement but a time of waiting for the season to change. but profits and benefits later. represented great danger.102 Chien / Obstruction dirty pig by the roadside. He is not a robber. If he meets the rainfall. especially at work. and the danger of frostbite is indicated by the combination of Ken. Chien / Obstruction Chien implies difficulty or danger. Ken early spring. A loss in the beginning. then he puts it down. According to The Judgment. Firsthe draws the bow against him. there will be good fortune. The hexagram also represents a rapid. or the plain. and many devils in a cart. which can also mean leg. if you must travel. If you get this hexagram you should not undertake anything. is the northeast referred to in the Judgment. and K'an. even in modern times boats have been wrecked on the rocks. This refers to K'un. Water (K'an. the upp>er trigram) is on the mountain (Ken. rocky stream which is difficult to cross. 39. that which does not benefit. flowing from the moun- tainous region of Szechuan Province. the mountain. The period between winter and spring is also represented by the hexagram: K'an means winter. the earth. representing a waterfall which carries great force and can easily cause damage. and hate. . slander. the lower). Ken. the southwest is a favorable place. THE LINES Six at the bottom: Going leads to obstruction. It benefits one to visit a great man. and obstacles and may also be troubled with poor health. This is a good time to get married. . Therefore he returns. One is liable to encounter difficulty. Six in the second place: The kings' officer meets many obstructions. Those with jobs will receiverewards and honor. THE JUDGMENT Obstruction. The northeast —no benefit. It is not his fault. but promotion will come later. A student should not expect to find an opportunity to carry out his project. Employed people should devote their time and abilities to their work. — Chien / Obstruction lo^ This is not a good time for marriage. He will be happy. THE SYMBOL Water on the mountain Symbolizes Obstruction. Coming brings praise. People should remain in their present positions. danger. If you work you can expect to be offered an important job. The southwest is of benefit. Nine in the third place: Going leads to obstruction. The superior man reexamines himself And improves his character. if in school you will pass your exam. A student should wait for a more favorable time before undertaking a project. Caution will prevent loss or injury. A woman will be pursued by two men Ken and K'an —and a man will have rivals. To continue brings good fortune. Chen. You are likely to progress with the help of a prominent person. Com- ing brings about unity.J04 Hsieh / Liberation Six in the fourth place: Going leads to obstruction. and the ice melts and water is free to flow again. You can expect to be released from difficult conditions now or . If you are in school. Together they present the image of springtime. Coming brings great events. Six at the top: Going leads to obstruction. water or ice and winter. either pass their exams or do advanced study. K'an. Recognition is in store for the academic 40. you can expect to receive recognition and then a good job. Be wary of becoming entangled in conflicts and lawsuits. while students will everything. Good fortune. Hsieh / Liberation Hsieh from the obstruction repre- signifies deliverance or liberation sented by the preceding hexagram. If you are likely to be promoted. An employed person will be of important assistance to a leader. trouble. Nine in the fifth place: One meets great obstruction. It is beneficial to see a great man. You can expect help in your undertakings and good fortune in Those who work will get better jobs. the lower trigram. Chien. when the first thunder wakes creatures from hibernation. means thunder and spring. for they could create much you continue to be dihgent at work. The upper trigram. Friends come. THE JUDGMENT Liberation. If you are single. When you return. All of the lines of the hexagram are good fortune. marriage is likely now. Symbolizing Liberation. To continue brings good fortune. Hsieh is good for those about to be married but unfavorable for those already married. . it is best to leave the situ- ation and take a trip. just as the trees and grass flourish in the spring. Hsieh I Liberation lo^ have complicated problems resolved. THE SYMBOL Thunder and rain come. According to the Judgment. The southwest benefits. which says. the trouble is likely to be resolved. THE LINES Six at the bottom: No blame. you will find one easily. If you receive you can expect success in your undertakings. "To continue brings humiliation. the southwest is the favorable direction. The superior man forgives errors And pardons criminals. this line Your abilities suit your present job and you have a good chance for promotion. except the third. For business it is a time of expansion and growth. Then returning brings good fortune. If there is nothing for one where one has to go. Nine in the second place: One catches three foxes in the field and gains a yellow (golden) arrow. when work is beginning: if you are looking for a job. you will pass an important test. to continue in difficulty only worsens it. if in school." This means that if you encounter difficulties or obstructions. Chen is also the period from five to seven in the morning. there you will get along well with people. If there is something in a place where one can go* Then going quickly leads to good fortune. At this time a patient will recover. to gfain recog- nition. They could harm the character of a student. Thus the inferior man trusts him. he may be involved in exposing dishonest people. if a student. At work one should watch out for criticism and loss of his job. he may go on a hunting expedition in a distant place. Everyone should be on guard against personal loss. Six at the top: A duke shoots a hawk on the high wall and catches it. . in addition. Six in the fifth place: Only the superior man can liberate himself from entanglement. When your friend comes. One should be cautious and protect himself from theft or lawsuits. What the working person does will have important conse- quences. you can trust each other. To continue brings humiliation. At this time one should be cautious about associating with criminals or evil people. One can expect to make a profit. Six in the third place: A man carries goods on his back and rides in a carriage — this invites robbers to come. Suc- cess is in store for those in the military and distinguished recognition for those in theacademic world. and a lawsuit will be won. Perhaps you will soon be involved in the repair of a building. or. Good fortune. Everything is beneficial. A person who owns property or a farm can now expect to increase it. Nine in the fourth place: Loosen your big toe. For the employee these associations might lead to disaster. Many will benefit from their careers and receive promotions.io6 Hsieh / Liberation At this time working people are apt to get important positions. and students will continue to pass their exams. Students should not be lulled into carelessness by high recognition: disaster may follow. Sun I Decrease loj This hexagram means decrease, reduction, or loss. The upper tri- gram is Ken, the mountain, at the foot of which is the lake, Tui, the lower trigram. The mountain slowly crumbles into the water. This means a decrease in income or loss of money or property. Perhaps a gift you give someone will reduce your possessions. There is an- to other side, however: if you give something away, very likely you will be rewarded. The third line implies that if you possess too much you will lose some of it, but if you are lacking, someone will give you what you need. Applied to love affairs, it means that a triangle relationship will be broken up and someone will be left alone. During this period, business investments will yield little profit, but a recession or decline now means prosperity and increase later. For the present, reduce your expenses. It is a good time for academic study or research. It is also a favorable time for marriage, and those already married will live harmoniously. THE JUDGMENT Decrease with sincerity: Great good fortune, no blame. One may continue. It is beneficial to go somewhere. How can this (Decrease with sincerity) be done? One may use two bamboo containers of grain for a sacrifice. THE SYMBOL The lake beside the mountain Symbolizes Decrease. The superior man curbs his indignation And restricts his desires. io8 Sun I Decrease THE LINES Nine at the bottom: To go quickly after the work is done brings no blame. One should consider how much the decrease will be. If a person budgets skillfully now, he will gain a profit. One should expect to work for society rather than for himself. Students will pass their exams. Many will gain the approval of those over them. If birth time and zodiac symbols are not favorable, however, one should be cautious of failure due to excessive drinking. Nine in the second place: To continue is beneficial. Undertakings bring misfortune. Without decrease, without increase. At this time any improvement or planning for the future is likely to be difficult. If a person is careful and keeps his normal attitude, he can expect to maintain his present position at work or in school, but not to advance. Six in the third place: Three people walking together will lose one. When one walks alone, he will meet a friend. This line indicates help from others. At work you can expect help from your colleagues; if in school, friends who share the same goal will help you achieve brilliant success. Six in the third place also means that leaders of social and religious groups will gain more followers. Single people are likely to get married. Six in the fourth place: If he decreases his sickness (or faults) quickly, he will be happy. No blame. now will develop into happiness, and you can expect to Sadness The unemployed will find work, patients will get better, and profit. a person who meets disaster will escape it. Good fortune for the student or scholar. Six in the fifth place: He is enriched by twenty tortoises and he cannot refuse. Great good fortune. / / Increase jop A time of great benefit. Those employed will obtain better assign- ments and gain the favor of their superiors; after passing their exams students will gain high recognition. But if birth time and zodiac symbols are not favorable, one will mourn. Nine at the top: If one increases (gains) without anyone decreasing (losing), no blame. To continue brings good fortune. It is beneficial to go somewhere else; one will find a helper after leaving home. This line signifies a fortunate situation in which help comes from an important person; undertakings will benefit. At work a person will gain his superior's favor and others' respect. Students and schol- ars can expect to fulfill their desires. & 42. I / Increase I is the opposite of the preceding hexagram. Decrease, and it sig- nifies an increase in benefits or advantages. The upper trigram, Sun, is the wind and eldest daughter and also means grass, flowers, small shrubs, and woody plants; the lower trigram, Chen, in addition to thunder and eldest sun, means trees. Together Sun and Chen portray a richly foliated forest, or a vine curling around a tree, covering it with leaves and flowers. The vine is the wife who adorns her hus- band, the tree, and needs his height and support: together they pro- duce children, increasing their family. Chen is also spring and Sun the f>eriod between spring and summer, times when flowers and trees bloom and crops grow for the benefit of humanity. An active period in business can now be expected: most of the lines signify good fortune and prosperity. When your income in- creases, however, you should be generous (see the fifth line) and never try to take advantage of other people. According to the sixth Six in the second place: Someone enriches him with twenty He cannot refuse. recognition. Perpetual continuance tortoises. he will be attacked. Good fortune. He follows it. if a rich man is miserly and refuses to share his wealth. The king makes a presentation to God. No blame. It is of benefit to cross the great water. after winning recognition. . For employed people there will be promotions. Students. he corrects them. THE LINES Nine at the bottom: It is beneficial to undertake a great enterprise. if in school. Even if others advise against it. if you are sincere and moderate in your conduct. success in exams and the chance to become masters in their fields. Sublime good fortune.no 1 1 Increase line. and for students. When he has errors. If employed. receiving acclaim. A time of benefit. This is a time of making great plans and succeeding magnificently. get married right away: don't hesitatel THE JUDGMENT Increase. and report to the officials for the record. It is of benefit to set forth. are likely to launch new careers. Six in the third place: He is enriched by unfortunate aflFairs. When the superior man discovers good. brings good fortune. A person who receives this line can exp>ect to benefit from his enterprises and gain good fortune. No blame. It is a good time for marriage. he will receive a promotion. THE SYMBOL Wind and thunder symbolize Increase. Working people can expect added responsibili- ties and great success. without consulting. Kuai I Determination zii Six in the fourth place: If you are moderate in your conduct. there will be great good fortune. Kuai means determination. A person in- volved in a lawsuit will win it. or resolution. Caution now can prevent punishment. but channeling it will make it useful. Someone will attack him. Misfortune. Struggling against the flow of water will not prevent disaster. So it is in life: you must decide . Tui. His mind is not consistent. Nine at the top: He benefits no one. he will gain the favor of his superior. An employed person can expect added responsi- and a wise superior. You will have many good opportunities and will benefit through your own eflEorts. AKuai / Determination 43. the lake. beware of jealousy and hatred. If you receive this line. people will follow you. At work watch out for bribery. represents water which has risen to a high point and which can easily overflow or break through its barriers. People will trust your benevolent character. In school take care that competition does not lead to your being insulted. Nine in the fifth place: If you are sincere and benevolent in your heart. above Ch'ien. loss. It is beneficial to be dependent or move to a new place. decision. bility Priests and monks will move into roles of leadership. he succeeds. The time is now favorable for making repairs on property or for moving to a new location. and injury. a student will gain recognition. A student if can expect recommendations from influential people. A p>erson who receives this line can exp>ect an important task at work. heaven. Arrc^nce can cause trouble. Someone is proud In the king's court. also stands for the mouth. It is true that the three Ch'ien trigrams represent a great amount of energy. THE LINES Nine at the bottom: Power in toes moving forward. If one exposes the truth. the upper trigram. Without displaying his favors. Five yang lines and only one yin line mean that those married will argue constantly. and the king trusts him. they will oust him. The imbalance contained in the hexagram does not favor love affairs or marriage. If he uses his ability in a good way.112 Kuai I Determination how to deal with a situation before it reaches a dangerous point. Using force does not benefit. but if he is not. if in an evil way. or things will take their own course and overwhelm you. But along with success will come troubles and disputes. It does benefit to do something else. It must be told to one's own people. THE SYMBOL The lake ascends to heaven. Explain and compromise. The five yang lines mean that if he is a good man. he can help society. The superior man distributes wealth below him. In business Kuai means that you will be successful: Tui and Ch'ien both mean gold. he makes a mistake. people will support him. This hexagram indicates a person who has an important position and ability but who tends to be arrogant. but still one should avoid force: Tui. meaning that you should speak moderately. and those not married will have many lovers but no harmony. Symbolizing Determination. THE JUDGMENT Determination. and thus is left alone. If one goes and lacks ability. At work rudeness could lead to con- . he can do a great deal of harm. and the two nuclear trigrams are also Ch'ien. danger. though not without difficulty. Nine in the fourth place: He injures his thighs. Good fortune for those who follow the correct way. This line indicates that people will achieve their undertakings. Knowing the situation and dealing with it carefully bring peace. Beware of or punishments and of skin. if in school. He is unhappy. No blame. lawsuits. Nine in the fifth place: Clinging weeds. otherwise you will have cause to regret. At work one may meet with difficulty and even harm dealing with f)eople of evil intentions. Determination is necessary. a lawsuit will be won. During this period you may encounter fear. Nine in the second place: A cry of warning. you foot diseases. you work. you will receive recog- nition. or danger. One arms at night against the unexpected without fear. keep abreast of your job. If should expect your project to fail. If you are a student. People will not believe his words when they hear them. No blame. do not try to take advantage of others or to rely on luck instead of hard work. he should be cautious of evil people attempting to do him harm. In school a student should cease complain- ing. If would vanish. for this creates disharmony. The patient will recover. otherwise there will be conflicts and lawsuits. But you will be successful in your career. ear. A student who is capable of only small undertakings will find it hard to get a job. He gets wet. Kuai I Determination zi) demnation. He walks with he were to follow like a sheep. or conflicts. He walks alone through the rain. sadness. if in school or in the military. Taking the middle path. The superior man is determined. Nine in the third place: To display too much strength in the face —misfortune. remorse difficulty. Watch out for thievery and robbery. If a person has a job. but you may still gain recognition by passing your exams. . conflict with relatives. and penetration. there will be punishment. it is best to keep your original job. Misfortune in the end. Ch'ien. THE JUDGMENT Encountering. it is best to separate before discord sets in. handle is not favored by hexagram. Five yang lines and one yin indicate this a woman with many boyfriends: the wind blowing under heaven is fickle and whistles everywhere. stands for heaven and also an old or strong man. If birth time and zodiac symbols are unfavorable. One should not marry her. Kou / Encountering Kou signifies occasional or accidental meetings that lead to friend- ships. The hexagram also means that new situations will arise sud- denly and unexpectedly. however. The man meets a mature woman whose powers of I>enetration enable her to understand the needs of others. The hexagram is good for short-term and seasonal business. i& 44. means wind. the relationship will embarrassment and humiliation. Sun. If you get this line you will have difficulty in a new undertaking.114 ^^" / Encountering Six at the top: Without a cry. The upper trigram. . If in school. According to the sixth reach a certain p>oint and then devolve into line. you should continue to study. eldest daughter. or entanglements through gossip. The female is forceful. Marriage. enter- tainment enterprises will also be profitable. thus she knows how to men and deal with society. the lower trigram. But Kou is favorable for second mar- riages or for people who wish to live together. To continue (this) is good fortune. however. No blame. Danger. Announcing them to the four comers (throughout his country). you may your present position in any case. or sorrow. Nine in the second place: There is a fish in the kitchen. At work you may face demotion. For students. but there is no benefit to the guest. You may receive assistance. If you work. If one goes somewhere. however. you should con- sider resigning. it is not a good period: they are liable to have few friends and no opportunity to advance. A time of disaster and punishment. you can expect to pass your exams and receive lecognition. THE LINES Six at the bottom: The cart is held in check by a metal brake. one meets misfortune. however. if in school. The ruler issues his directives. People who work may receive awards or promotions. do not expect a chance to advance. sickness. . This is a propitious time for a woman to give birth. Nine in the third place: He loses skin on his thighs and walks with difficulty. If lose you are a student. Be on guard against a lawsuit. from an influential friend or acquaintance. For many this is a time to expect benefits and assistance. Kou / Encountering //j THE SYMBOL The wind under the sky Symbolizes Encountering. The lean pig that wriggles does not go any farther. No great mistake. and for women it is a time of conceiving children. The Symbol . 4- 45. Union. conflicts. but no mistake. Undertakings now will be difficult: one will be more independent but will lack support. it is a time of success. which also represents water on the earth. Pi. Humiliation. Ts'ui is related to Hexagram 8. Nine at the top: Encountering on the horns. such as at a party. the earth. disaster may result. with surprising resultsi Women will conceive children. showing g^eat ability. One will be helped by an important person. while in Ts'ui water has limits: if the lake becomes too full and overflows. showing much improvement. will gain recognition. Ts'ui / Gathering This hexagram depicts a large number of people gathering together joyously in celebration. For students. An old man's health may dechne. At work. is free to go anywhere. or a place of worship. But the old man's health will be poor. The glory is hidden. the lake is where streams collect. the lake. working people. lawsuits. That water. in school beware of insults. one can expect to have a position such as chief assistant. is over K'un. This line indicates gossip. Something (blessing) comes down down from heaven. how- ever.ii6 Ts'ui I Gathering Nine in the fourth place: No fish in the kitchen —that brings misfortune. Nine in the fifth place: The melon under the medlar lies tree. will be given additional responsibilities. a convention. and students. The upper trigram. Tui. At work one should watch out for blame or loss of his job. "You will meet him again. Disorder and gathering alternate. No fear. But people who are living together only temporarily should beware. It benefits one to go somewhere. Offering a great sacrifice leads to good fortune. THE SYMBOL The lake on the earth symbolizes Gathering. the upper becomes Ch'ien." She told me that her boyfriend had married a Danish girl and gone to Denmark. . Then she asked what the future of her relationship with this man would be. One of my students in / Ching class got this hexagram and asked me to interpret it for her. Continuance benefits. This leads to success. then you will laugh. THE LINES Six at the bottom: In the beginning sincerity. "Both of these trigrams possess strength and movement. First you will cry. But be prepared for the dis- order and overexcitement that can result from a crowd as from the overflowing of the lake." THE JUDGMENT Gathering. later change. Success. The moving were the first and sixth. The superior man keeps his weapons prepared To meet the unexpected. lines "The lower trigram became Chen." I said. Go with no blame. and I replied. If you cry out. Ts'ui I Gathering iiy relates how the superior man deals with this kind of unexpected situation: he keeps his forces prepared. It is of benefit to see the great man. Marriage is favored now. after grasping someone's hands you will smile again. The king attends the temple. Ts'ui is a good hexagram for business: a large gathering of people means a good market for your product. joy and happiness now mean sadness and regret later. Something in your life has already changed. Calmness will ensure your good fortune. The worker may lose his job. but working people have a chance to get a position in another section or branch of the business. No benefit for an undertaking. No blame. Six in the third place: Gathering with deep sighs. A time of disharmony with others and obstacles in one's under- takings. In school unethical behavior could prevent the 'Com- pletion of one's studies.ii8 Ts'ui I Gathering Caution is indicated. If you are a student. . Six in the second place: If you are introduced to some- thing —good fortune. If he does not have the trust of all. avoid gossip and jealousy. No blame. If you are sincere. There will be misfortune in the beginning. harm to relatives. You can expect to profit from your undertakings. for the employed person while the scholar will obtain a job through the aid of his superior. and poor health for old men. and with the help of a good person your goals will come within reach. perhaps you should g^ve up some of your responsibilities or even resign. For students it is a stagnant period. even a simple offering will be blessed. This means difficult conditions for the student. No blame. This is a time of discord in the family. he should perpetuate his magnanimity. At work a lack of trust from others could lead to failure to achieve a goal. At work. Remorse will vanish. One may be falsely accused.) Incorrect behavior breeds trouble. people will gather. Nine in the fourth place: Great good fortune. Slight humiliation. (But the position is not correct. Nine in the fifth place: If one has position. Go with no blame. A recom- mendation will gain a promotion. do not expect your project to succeed now. good fortune later. THE JUDGMENT Ascending. misfortune can easily arise from good fortune. or expansion. Sun. laziness. No blame. is above. a time of rapid growth. ^ Sheng / Ascending The hexagram Sheng means ascending. you can expect a promotion soon. growing higher and higher. According to this hexagram. businesses will prosper like the growing blossom and then bear fruit. 46. . An older person should care for his health. one should not become arrogant or proud as business improves and expands. wood. nor should one let these favorable conditions lead to carelessness. One's efforts should continue. you will have children. the south is a favorable direction and the help of an influential person will ensure your success. and growth should occur gradually. Sun also refers to late spring. promotion. trees that however. If embark on a new undertaking. At work it is a time of disturbances and little stability. Sheng /Ascending up Six at the top: Lamentation and deep sighing. rooted in the earth. Sun here represents the trees and grass. Be careful now of your health. despite success. Unless one is cautious. with tears from the eyes and dribbling from the nose. If already married. is below. Also. Sheng is favorable for marriage. moderate ex- ercise is you are seeking more business or want to beneficial. recognition. K'un. or benefit now. not suddenly (see the fifth line). Great Success. Do not expect profit. the earth. If you are an employee. or overaggressive- ness. in school a time of sadness and remorse. Without fear. one is likely to mourn. there will be mourning. THE LINES Six at the bottom: Confident ascending. Nine in the second place: If you are sincere. Many will succeed in their careers: the employed person will be promoted or be asked to manage a large business. If you work in the field of religion. you will find benefit in the ceremonies of worship. Those employed will win promotions.I20 Sheng / Ascending One should see a great man. and forests. This line indicates a favorable period. At this time one may enter religious work". The superior man devotes his virtue to building things up From the small to the high and great. you may be the honored guest of an im- portant person. Great good fortune. This line indicates good luck: the sick person will recover. Now is the time to benefit from the mountains. and the student will win honors. . Six in the fourth place: The king makes an offering on Mount Ch'i. and the student will gfain recognition. An expedition to the south leads to good fortune. Good fortune. the employee will get promoted. No blame. if in school. symbolizing Ascending. a summer offering is beneficial. But if birth time and zodiac symbols are unfavorable. and students will receive recommendations and gain the positions they seek. No regret. But if birth time and zodiac symbols are unfavorable. Indications are that you will be able to achieve the goal of your undertaking. perhaps you should take a trip. rivers. THE SYMBOL The wood grows in the earth. Nine in the third place: Ascending to a deserted city. At work you can expect a promotion. it is likely that you will have poor health. Thus the hexagram signifies difficulty. The academic is ensured of a fine career. K'an. Beware of uncontrolled desires. plants. K*un / Oppression The Chinese K'un depicts wood enclosed on all four character for sides. ob- struction. danger. SI 47. the prospects are good that you will enter research. K'un is one of the four danger hexagrams of the / Ching. or something broken. If you are in school. Six at the top: Ascending in ignorance. Ascend step by step. The upper trigram. means lake. it is still beneficial to continue unceasingly. If you work. This indicates growth or movement and obstruc- difficulty in tions everywhere. the lower. and the fish. keep your head and deal cautiously with all situations. or you will su£Eer. All six lines indicate misfortune. or sad- ness. The water is at the bottom of the lake. which is drying up. K'un I Oppression 121 But if birth time and zodiac symbols are not favorable. If birth time and zodiac symbols are not favorable. Chinese philosophy advises that when you encounter extreme difficulty. poverty. People can expect to achieve their goals. Tut. or oppression. you may attend a funeral. The employed person will get a promotion. you are likely to resign. and other animals are dying for lack of water. means water. Six in the fifth place: Continuing brings good fortune. But you need not lose heart. you should make . quarrel. If birth time and zodiac symbols are not . Good fortune for the great man. This line indicates fear. The man in the red ceremonial robe comes. It is beneficial to sacrifice. Persistence. It leads to misfortune to set forth. If one indicates with words only. For three years. then sets forth —^good fortune. you will get a job. THE JUDGMENT Oppression. form a relationship with a married man. Then things will improve: the sixth line says. and this is an especially good time for religious activities and study. The superior man would give up his life To achieve his purpose. Nine in the second place: Oppressed by food and drink. One should con- sider resigning or retiring. No blame. If working. he should retire and live in seclusion. no one will believe. Success. There will be good fortune for those who study or do research. he sees no one. If not working or a student. No blame. A student should wait for a better chance for his undertaking.122 K'un I Oppression a change. sadness. But it is unfavorable for an old man. perhaps this means moving to another place or changing your career or business. you will receive the help of be promoted. THE SYMBOL The lake with no water Symbolizes Oppression. The hexagram also warns that excessive use of liquor will cause sickness in the stomach. and from this nothing good can come. and an influential person. "If he feels regret. If you get you can expect to profit from your activities this line. or mourning. He enters a dark valley. THE LINES Six at the bottom: His bottom is oppressed by the bare tree." The hexagram is A young girl may not favorable for marriage. {lerhaps in the field of religion. "When he enters his home. If in school. or mourning. however. but if it is a car. Six at the top: Oppressed by vines. one will passan exam. for the academic. K'un J Oppression 12} favorable. "Movement brings regret. he may find a job in a big or- ganization. You can expect to meet difficulties and obstructions in the be- ginning. then sets forth —good fortune. . Misfortune. Students will pass their exams. If birth time and zodiac symbols are not favorable. You will meet obstacles in your activities but will also escape a dangerous situation. The businessman will profit by a business trip. oppressed in a golden carriage." If he feels regret. his cannot find his wife. Six in the third place: The man is oppressed by stone. con- flict. insult or demo- tion. you will probably find an- other with more power but also more frustration. it averts entanglements and punishment. but inactivity to good fortune. It is beneficial to sacrifice. For the employee. he will have trouble with it. oppressed by the man in the red ceremonial robe. Nine in the fifth place: His nose and feet suffer punishment. activity will lead to misfortune. If a p>erson is now working. but success and benefits later on. but good results in the end. Nine in the fourth place: He comes slowly. Caution prevents threats and sadness. One should be prepared to meet with insult or difficulty. but there may be trouble with one's spouse. Embarrassment. A businessman can expect to receive money or a car. Joy comes gradually. he moves uneasily and says. He sits on thorns and thistles. If you lose your job. there will be punishment. people will like to drink it. But repairing the well makes the water clear again. and wooden buckets were used to draw out the water."). The city might be moved. But not the well. It is the same with a declining business or a man who is not trustworthy: people will avoid them. wood. The superior man inspires people to work diligently. It neither overflows nor runs dry. Water can be either tied to the bucket to raise beneficial or harmful to society. And advises them to help each other. drawing from the well. the water will be dirty and no one will draw from it. wells were lined with wood to prevent mud from mixing with the water. THE JUDGMENT The Well. The rope nearly reaches the water. Sun also means long cord. The jug breaks —misfortune. . The lines of this hexagram speak of an old muddy well that the people no longer use ("Even animals do not come to an old well. which means water. Thus if others avoid you or your business. and the lower trigram is Sun. this was and lower it. THE SYMBOL Water on wood symbolizes the Well. #Ching / The Well The upper trigram of Ching is K'an. and the people return to use it. People come and go. Improvements will attract people and bring prosperity.124 Ching/ The Well 48. but not quite. work to improve yourself or to rebuild the company. If the water is clear and cold. the lines turn to good fortune. In ancient times. but if the well is old and dilapidated. students should study and await the proper time for an enterprise. People drink from it. you should consider changing time of obstacles. Nine in the second place: The well is like a valley (it is collapsed). One should be cautious now to avoid disaster. for others might draw from it. you will not find an opening out of school but should take the time to cultivate yourself. the line warns of sadness and even disaster. but stillno one drinks from it. Those employed will have the ability and position to gain respect . If birth time and zodiac symbols are unfavorable. If a student. Nine in the third place: The well has been cleared. he will use it for the benefit of all. repair his or prepare himself to make a living. Ifyou are in school. you may have poor health. as a farmer. Now is the best to keep your customary life-style and not attempt any new enterprise. Working people should consider a vacation in order to get away from a tense situation. At work the employee should voice to his superior his ideas for improving the business. If birth time and zodiac symbols are unfavor- able. but for now you should accept this. do not expect recognition now. People will succeed in their undertakings and profit from them. No blame. The fish can be seen. jobs. Ching/ The Well 12^ THE LINES Six at the bottom: No one drinks from a muddy well. Nine in the fifth place: The water of the well is clear and cool. In school one should study the classics while awaiting a job opportunity. This is sorrowful for me (the well). Even animals do not come to an old well. You are not likely to have good working con- ditions on your job. The jug is old and it leaks. If the king is enlightened. This line suggests that one may work home. Six in the fourth place: The well is being rebuilt. A If you work. Thus on both the inside and outside of Ko a change must be made. he will receive a high position. An employed person is blessed with ability and a good record. the upper nu- clear trigram. There is a fire in the lake. and also the youngest daughter. upheaval. In politics it refers to the form of government. Great good fortune.126 Ko I Revolution in society. There is confidence that water can be drawn. Six at the top: The well is clean. or simply change. The upper primary trigram is Tui. The hexagram indicates change in all sections of society. without a cover. An individual who receives the hexagram can expect a change in career or location. ^ Ko / Revolution Revolution is meant in the sense of reform. while the lower primary is Li. and in marriage it may mean divorce or remarriage. It is a time of revolution. fire and the middle daughter. Sufficient money will be available for your expenses and what you plan will be achieved. here represents metal. According to the relationships among the Five Elements. Both the primary and the nuclear trigrams present situations of conflict. metal destroys wood. and he will be recognized. cannot get along and are always quarreling. renewal. wood. while students will achieve success and recognition and have the chance to get a job. in business to the organization of personnel at all levels. 49. Ch'ien. the lower nuclear trigram is Sun. the lake or water. . A scholar possesses ability and knowledge. an imp>ossible situation: either the fire will dry up the lake or the lake will put out the Tui and Li also represent two girls living together who fire. No blame. To continue leads to danger. Six in the second place: When the right day for revolution arrives. it should be undertaken carefully and with the utmost sincerity. fire This symbolizes Revolution. Nine in the third place: To advance leads to misfortune. Failure in school means that one must try again. but you should not seek promotion. you should maintain your usual manner and not be overly ambitious or chase progress. THE JUDGMENT Revolution. When the idea of revolution has been spoken publicly three times. . It is beneficial to continue. the people will believe it. At work you will be able to keep your position. If you are in school. THE SYMBOL Within the lake. When the appropriate day comes. Carelessness at work may lead to disappointment and demotion. If you receive this line. Clearly arranging the seasons. use yellow oxhide. The superior man makes a calendar. Great success. prepare your studies carefully and do not depend on luck alone. start. then there will be a good chance of success. A person can expect many disturbances. This line presages much good luck. Good fortune. The people will believe in it. Remorse vanishes. THE LINES Nine at the bottom: To strengthen it. with promotion for employed persons and recognition for students. — Ko I Revolution i2y When change of this kind is necessary. 128 Ting I The Caldron Nine in the fourth place: Remorse vanishes. To advance leads to misfortune. Changing the government brings good fortune. Many job opportunities will arise for the academic. Ch'ien. ^ 50. people will believe him. Those without jobs can expect to get them. People believe him. the broken line in the middle of the upper trigram. Ting / The Caldron The broken line at the bottom of Ting represents the legs of the caldron. Students who write beautifully will be recognized for their e£Eorts. The inferior man changes his attitude. symbolizes the contents of the caldron. is the metal out of which the caldron is made. and the vm- broken line at the top is the cover. Six at the top: The superior man transforms himself like a leopard. Even before prediction by the oracle. means the removal of old material. To remain and persist leads to good fortune. but those with jobs are likely to resign. The employed person will receive a promotion immediately. or a new enter- prise. Nine in the fifth place: The great man transforms himself like a tiger. Ko. the lower nuclear trigram. A man can expect a job. If people obey the law and preserve order. a scholarship. a promotion. they can avoid trouble. Nine in the fourth place indicates great good luck. Li. . But a woman will have no good fortune. the preceding hexagram. but they cannot harm me. For working people this means promotion. changing its form from liquid to steam and changing raw food into a well<ook. The symbol of Ting is fire above and wood below. also means wind. after a failure for students it means an initial setback followed by recog- nition. One takes a concubine to get a son. The superior man makes his destiny firm With a correct position. the lower trigram. Those who receive this hexagram are destined to plan well in establishing a business. Ting also indicates a situation in which three people will be able to work in harmony. and legislative branches of government. My associates are jealous. judicial. THE LINES Six at the bottom: A caldron overturned by its legs — it is beneficial to clean out the stagnating matter. Nine in the second place: The caldron is filled with food. Sun. he should still beware lest others harm or . At this time a man may have a child by his mistress. Great good fortune. Ting I The Caldron 129 Ting is involved in its transformation. The top line indicates great success and good fortune. this hexagram also has the meaning of nourishment. and with the help of another.ed. The burning wood is transformed into ashes. Since a caldron is used to prepare food. Even though a person profits from his business or performs his work carefully and well. THE JUDGMENT The Caldron. No blame. THE SYMBOL Fire above wood symbolizes the Caldron. Good fortune. it blows the fire and makes it hotter. Success. The three legs of the caldron symbolize the executive. Happiness from sadness. edible meal. so the hexagram represents the governing power as well. the upper nuclear trigram). one arises will succeed. The fire boils the water (Tui. . Slander against you may deprive you of your job. one is liable to have poor health. At Ifhe does not already have a job. Nine at the top: The caldron has carrying rings of jade. Those without jobs will find them. though he has a good education. Its activity will be obstructed. This line indicates difficulty in the beginning. and students. A working person should now consider retiringif he has advanced to that time of life. this time a person is in danger of losing property or his job. Nine in the third place: The handles of the caldron are changed. but you will find another. At this time. helped by recom- mendations. however. you should expect obstacles now whatever you do. Six in the fifth place: The caldron has yellow handles and golden carrying rings. . will find good opportunities. and positions of leadership will be bestowed on the religious. you should guard against poor health. regret vanishes. The duke's meal is spilled and his face turns red. If birth time and zodiac symbols are not favorable. The fat of the pheasant is not eaten. But for old people this is a time of good fortune. Great good fortune. One should also beware of physical injury. A time of benefit: working people will be successful and move up to important jobs. Misfortune. and for young people success is predicted. Nine in the fourth place: The legs of the caldron are split. he will find it hard to get one.i^o Ting I The Caldron disturb him. Good fortune in the end. If in school. If birth time and zodiac symbols are unfavorable. farmers and other rural people will gain more land. Continuing brings advantage. You can expect to achieve your goalsand find profit and security. a student will find it hard to get a position. especially in the feet. Once the rain comes. but later success. students will pass their exams and win recognition. Benefit in everything. the eldest son. One should learn to pause or there may be trouble or injury. shock. or military career. and one will be able to laugh once more. Chen / Thunder (Shock) Both the upper and lower trigrams of Hexagram 51 are Chen — thunder. arousing. the weather clears up again. But after the thunder and the following rain have gone. waking creatures from their hibernation and causing fear and trembling. Have no fear of a crowd or riot. But one does not drop the spoon or chalice. you will regain it. . or shaking. It is the same in human afiFairs: Even after a great fright. Most of the lines of the hexagram point to danger. Thunder comes —ho ho! Speaking and laughing —ha ha! It shocks and terrifies for a hundred miles. If you lose something. Too much strength and movement. Great claps of thunder burst in the spring sky. broadcasting. indicate a need for restraint and moderation. It is a good time to begin an enterprise in a new place. don't fret. or misfortune. Success. It is not favorable for a first marriage: either people will gossip about you or you will quarrel with your betrothed. fear. spring — thus the hexagram means thunder. so he is able to stir people to gfreat undertakings. but be very cautious. Chen I Thunder (Shock) iji 51. sports. The two Chen trigrams also represent a young man who has twice the normal amount of strength and energy. however. THE JUDGMENT Thunder. The hexagram Chen indicates benefit in a theater. or there may be in- jury. Just as the thunder arouses creatures in the spring. however. threat. The two arousings. mean that the hexagram is good for a second marriage. fear will pass. . After seven days you will regain it. If in school. But if one is cautious. however. Nine in the fourth place: Thunder causes mire. can be exf>ected to show their customary bravado. you can exp)ect to be criticized at work for laziness and inability. As the line says. in school the problem will be neglect of your studies. you can expect sudden recognition. In school there will be confusion at the beginning of a project but success later.j)2 Chen I Thunder (Shock) THE SYMBOL Thunder doubled symbolizes shock. The superior man contemplates himself With fear and caution. if you are cautious you can avoid disaster. No great loss. Something remains to be achieved. If birth time this time. but you will find happiness and good luck later. THE LINES Nine at the bottom: Thunder comes —ho ho! Later there are smiles and happy words —ha ha! Good fortune. per- haps leading to a job as a leader or manager. at and zodiac symbols are not favorable. Youths. a f>erson can achieve nothing during work or in school one can expect a setback. Six in the fifth place: Thunder going back and forth brings danger. Even with a humble manner. One should watch out for his health. one remains free of disaster. Six in the second place: Thunder comes. You will lose a great deal of your wealth. Six in the third place: Thunder comes. then climb nine hills without searching for it. causing a terrified manner. causing danger. You may be threatened at first. one will be involved in trouble. If not. At this time a person faces danger at work from gossip or intrigue. however.you will continue your studies. but it might your neighbor. and control. No blame. By being careful and cautious. Six at the top: Thunder causes trembling and frightened looks. But still you have cause to worry: you may injure a foot or hand. 52. The trigram Ken means mountain and its characteristic is stillness. if in school. or sad situa- tions. fearful. stillness grows out of movement (the preceding hexagram) and movement follows stillness (the next hexagram). In business it is a time to work on your own and not depend on others for help: you will build . one will have good fortune. Besides stillness the hexagram means stopping. restriction. one Buddhist school derives its basic principles of meditation from two / Ching hexagrams: Observation (Hexagram 20) and Ken. for according to the philos- ophy of the / Ching. This hexagram is related to both Taoist and Buddhist meditation. If birthtime and zodiac symbols are not favorable. — Undertaking misfortune. Two mountains together strongly suggest inunobility. During this period a student should avoid dangerous. It will not threaten your own body. one's spouse and neighbors are liable to have trouble.an employed j>erson should beware of losing his job. Ken / Stillness Ken is another hexagrammade up of the same two trigrams. n. In fact. Ken means stillness not only of the body but also of the mind. If you receive this hexagram you should observe the situation care- fully and quietly devise a plan of action. Ken I Stillness ijj If you are working now. you are secitte in your present job. There will be gossip about marriage. Stillness is not jjermanent. One body no longer exists. If working. If you are already married or living with someone. his mind is troubled constantly. No error. and in school one does not have any good opportunities now. the time is not good for under- taking anything. if in school. For the student. you will gain . Arrogance leads to trouble and danger. One sees no people. Six in the second place: Keeping the calves still. THE JUDGMENT Keeping the back still Stillness. but if you do not have a partner it will not be easy to get along with the opposite sex. or has difficulty with his feet. Nine in the third place: Keeping the loins and the middle of the spine still. But he cannot restrain the movements that follow. Continued persistence is advantageous. Danger. feels that the Even when one walks in the courtyard. He suffers from fatigue. and he is uneasy in his mind. The superior man's thoughts Do not go beyond his position. you will have harmony and peace for a long time. His heart is like an anxious flame. THE SYMBOL Mountain next to mountain Symbolizes Stillness. or has trouble with his family. You can expect to keep your present job or position without loss or trouble. No blame. — 1^4 ^^^ I Stillness success gradually. you can expect an important position in a remote place. THE LINES Six at the bottom: Keeping the toes still. however. At work a person lacks the ability to pull out of a bad period or depression. A person cannot achieve his goal now. the lower Ken. It good time for one is a to seek an important position in society or government. Gradual Development. No error. His speech has order. mountain and youngest son. 53. working as a writer or com- mentator. implies improvement and gradual increase. You may also change jobs for the better. You may meet obstacles in your career or have family trouble.The upper trigram is Sun. Old and young jjeople. Many will achieve their undertakings. but do not expect promotion or advancement.But if birth time and zodiac symbols are not favorable. are liable to be troubled by indigestion during this time. This is a bad time to be aggressive. receive a promotion. however. Nine at the top: Keeping still with benevolence. You can keep your present position and life-style. you or your famly should beware of sickness of the heart. eyes. Six in the fifth place: Keeping the jaws still. gain recognition. You can exjiect to gain property. This idea is also . or be recognized in school. Good fortune. the son and daughter grow up gradually. Trees grow slowly on the is mountain. wood and eldest daughter. A time of much good luck. Remorse vanishes. or back. Chien / Gradual Development 735 recognition. and be in harmony with others. profit from a business. ^ Chien / Gradual Development Chien. Six in the fourth place: Keeping the body still. the upper. Li. means a bird. and the goose which Li stands for is a traditional engagement present in China. however. The lines demonstrate the correct course. it is the moving line that determines the prediction.1^6 Chien / Gradual Development expressed by the nuclear trigrams." She confirmed that her boyfriend had been away for three years and that she had not heard from him. The marriage of a girl- Good fortune. She received this hexagram with a moving line in the third place "The man sets — out and does not return. in maintaining his virtue. a woman. A student in my / Ching class wanted to know her situation regarding marriage. you should be wary of the involvement of another person in your marriage: the nuclear trigrams are Li. in this case it is a goose that leaves the water (K'an. THE SYMBOL A tree on the mountain Symbolizes Gradual Development. a man. of the river. Sun and represent a young man and woman reaching Ken marriageable age. Improve society's customs. Even though there may be trouble along the way (as in the third line) success will come in the end (as in the sixth line). then to the mountain. If you are already married and receive this hexagram. the lower nuclear trigram) and flies to the bank. thus gradually flying higher and higher. and K'an. No blame. The boy is in danger. THE LINES Six at the bottom: The wild goose gradually approaches the shore. It benefits to continue. The hexagram on the whole favorable for love and upcoming is marriage. The superior man. THE JUDGMENT Gradual Development. A person who gets thishave good fortune if he hexagram will proceeds with his plans step by step. . Sometimes. There is gossip. There be confusion in the beginning. things will go smoothly in your life. It is beneficial to protect oneself from robbers. will suflFer from poor health. "protect oneself from robbers. As the line says. Chien / Gradual Development 737 This line indicates difficulty. This is a time of contentment in your personal life. will find positions eventually. Old men and chil- dren. A student will pass his exams and begin a career. Good fortune. You will benefit now by participating in the construction of a building. Good fortune in everything and comfort everywhere. and students will pass their exams with honor." Six in the fourth place: The wild goose gradually approaches the tree. Six in the second place: The wild goose gradually approaches a big rock. but you will ultimately be able to achieve your undertaking. Misfortune. Nine in the fifth place: The wild goose gradually approaches the top of the hill. It eats and drinks joyfully. In the end. including students. Those employed will find better jobs. Working people will encounter gossip. . Good fortune. The man sets out and does not return. The woman is not pregnant for three years. but does not give birth. seeking a safe branch. nothing can overcome her. Fearfulness and disharmony are indicated by this line. however. without fear or sadness. but at work you should exp>ect an unstable situation and difficulty in dealing with arrogant people. writer. People will come into money and will eat well. at work one is in danger of losing his job. The woman is pregnant. lawyer. afterovercoming obstacles. and in school progress will be slow. No blame. or consultant. A student should not expect help in overcoming his obstacles. Those not working. but understanding will later. The prosp>ects are now good for finding work as a commentator. Nine in the third place: The wild goose gradually approaches the highland. which rises up to form clouds. In the same way. lake. The sun evaporates the water. You will carry out a significant undertaking with someone's help. the lower. He interpreted that the marriage would be unfavorable because fighting would break out between . or a final resolution. quarreling.. the story is told of the duke of the state of Chin. Its feathers can be used in ritual decoration. who. the strong attraction between the older man and the young girl soon gives way to unfaithfulness. They love each other deeply. which holds that when events lead to an ex- treme state. youngest daughter. Those employed will receive imp>ortant responsibilities and be re- si>ected by society. received this hexagram. This is in accordance with Chinese philosophy. the sun. fruition. Chen. Kuei Mei / The Marrying Girl Kuei Mei indicates marriage. 54. Good fortune. is the upper trigram. — and eventually misfortune the top line. water. which floods the lake below (Tui) to overflowing: the water rises quickly and falls as swiftly. they begin to evolve to the opposite. Then thunder (Chen) heralds the rain. In Confucius's book Ch'un Ch'iu.1^8 Kuei Mei / The Marrying Girl Nine at the top: The wild goose gradually approaches the cloudy heights. thunder and the eldest son. Good fortune. when making a prediction about his daugh- ter's marriage to the Marquis of Ch'in. with the moving line in the sixth place. but they get married quickly without the appropriate procedures. it indicates little per- manence. The upper nuclear trigram is K'an. while a student will gain unexpected success and recognition. and Tui. Although Kuei Mei represents marriage. and beauty. Tui here is a beautiful young girl with little experience who is swept off her feet by an older man. and the lower is Li. A crippled man can walk. And persists in his virtue to the end. sudden retreat. If birth time and zodiac symbols are not favorable. sadness and bitterness. THE SYMBOL Thunder above the lake Symbolizes the Marrying Girl. It benefits the solitary man to keep quiet. At work one should expect a setback. If you get this line you can expect to maintain your present jjosi- tion without any trouble. Undertaking leads to misfortune. Six in the third place: The marrying girl is to be a maidservant. j>erhaps divorce or the breakup of friendships. nor will students and unemployed persons have opportunities for advancement. One faces hard work. THE LINES Nine at the bottom: The marrying girl is to be a concubine. She marries as a concubine. Common-law marriages are favored. and students and the unemployed should wait for the right opportunity. A person who receives this hexagram should be cautious in busi- ness matters and frugal in his personal life. There was. prolonged warfare between them. This also means that you are not likely to be promoted. THE JUDGMENT The Marrying Girl. Undertaking is good fortune. Nine in the second place: A one-eyed man can see. in fact. Even with limited ability a p>erson will achieve his undertakings by depending on someone influential. One will also meet a boyfriend or girlfriend. Kuei Mei / The Marrying Girl /_jp their two states. One will perhaps gain recognition at work in a chief assistant's |X)sition. The superior man knows the cause of error. Sudden advance. you should be on guard against poor health. Nothing benefits. in school one can expect to pass his exams. . and the making of new friends. The man stabs the sheep. but no blood comes. forest. and thunder. Six at the top: The woman's basket is empty. . Good fortune. the upper trigram. You may have a job but no salary. and prosperity are sug- gested in several ways by this hexagram. If you are a merchant. You are also likely to get married now. Nothing beneficial. 55. you will find it advantageous to take a business trip. At this time you can expect to change jobs or to wait for one. This is not a good season for marriage: single people should wait for a more appropriate time.j^o Feng I Greatness Nine in the fourth place: The marrying girl postpones marriage. brilliance. Six in the fifth place: Emperor I gives his daughter in marriage. here means wood. Do not expect to succeed in your enterprise. waiting for the right time. The embroidered dress of the princess is not as splendid as that of the concubine. Retired persons should watch out for declining health. You can expect a promotion at work will achieve or recognition in school. Li. or receive property. Feng / Greatness The attributes of greatness. or be an honored guest. She will marry later. You your goals. Chen. or recognition in school but no knowledge. while the lower trigram. The moon is nearly full. he should be like The sun at midday. just as fire diminishes and the sun at midday begins its descent. and his customers blamed him. The superior man judges lawsuits And imposes punishments. Setting forth will lead to progress. But of course this state cannot last: age relentlessly advances and their energy declines. the eldest son. 1 warned him to hold onto his assets and to handle his affairs judiciously. THE LINES Nine at the bottom: When a man meets a deputy ruler. the middle daughter. this is a law of nature which cannot be avoided. When the stock market fell in 1971 his investments lost money. A stockbroker whose business had been very suc- cessful received this hexagram. Finally. ako represent a couple in the prime of their marriage. With the help of others you will achieve your goal. At work this may mean being promoted with the supptort of your supervisor. Without sadness. The king attains greatness. No blame. or a forest ablaze. THE SYMBOL Thunder and lightning coming together Symbolize Greatness. he moved out of the city to avoid embarrassing contacts. lightning. happy lives. for . prosperous in business and active in society. rich. Success. a forest in summer. and Li. and midday. in 1970. Feng I Greatness i^i is fire. all scenes of great brilliance or power. This he failed to do. with a moving line in the sixth place. A person who receives this hexagram should be cautious of success and overabundance. THE JUDGMENT Greatness. summer. All greatness changes into its opposite. Together they depict thunder and lightning. there will be harmony between them for ten days. They lead full. the sun. Chen. No blame. or lawsuits. and a student . A lawsuit will be cleared up without and patients will recover. A person can expect to profit even under adverse conditions. Undertakings will lead to suspicion and harm. do not go by ship. A person without a job will nevertheless find a chance to succeed. Go to someone for advice. dispute. you are liable to meet trouble. Good fortune. and in school one will find it hard to improve. At work one is apt to resign. Good fortune. At work a person is liable to cause envy and slander. one may mourn for his elders. An employed person will be respected in society. causing prosperity and recognition. But if birth timeand zodiac symbols are not favorable. though his ideas are good. Six in the second place: The shield is so great that you can see the polestar at noon. If you are in business. in school you will probably have a misunderstanding. you should expect disharmony and instability at work. Only truth can win the confidence of the ruler. or have trouble in the hands and feet. He may meet with slander. Nine in the fourth place: The shield is so great that you can see the polestar at noon.142 Feng I Greatness school it indicates finishing a project and gaining recognition with the help of your friends. Good fortune. Six in the fifth place: Glory will come. You can expect help from an influential p>erson and success in your goal. If birth time and zodiac symbols are not favorable. Nine in the third place: Heavy clouds —a fine drizzle can be seen. conflicts. This line indicates that a person cannot achieve his goals. He hurts his right arm. you can expect to travel and meet a new opportunity. but you should be cautious of accidents. If you get this line. One meets an ignorant ruler. he will lose in the beginning but emerge vindicated. Li. leave home. Sometimes they would find shelter and friends (the second and fourth lines) but often there were troubles and misfortune (the third and sixth lines). For three years he sees nothing. however. The fire is fed by Sun. j Lu I The Exile 14 will pass his exams and thus gain high recognition. The wind- blown fire and the fixed mountain symbolize the aimless wanderer and his place of exile. the lake. or if they are already married. Honor is in store for an older person. Lu is favorable for anyone who has to travel as part of his profes- sion. they will be separated tempo- rarily by their careers. which stands for the trees and grasses that grow on the mountain. Someone looks in at the gate and does not see anyone. This hexagram represents the situation in ancient times when traveling was difficult and arduous and those who traveled were usually friendless and lonely. or traveling and wandering. It is unfavorable for marriage: both parties will change their minds. can expect to advance greatly. The upper nuclear trigram is Tui. . gossip. later it will be overgrown. and the waves blown by the wind on the lake also depict the state of transience. and lawsuits. It is a time of conflict. Six at the top: One's house is big and luxurious. jliK 56. the lower fire. Lu / The Exile Lu indicates an exile or stranger. nuclear trigram. and start a career in another place. A person is likely to struggle with relatives. Even an imp>ortant person is liable to encounter difficulty. The student. burns on the mountain. Misfortune. Sun is also the wind which spreads the fire. Ken. THE LINES Six at the bottom: If the exile dallies with petty matters. Perhaps one will receive a promotion to a branch of the company in . Small success. and in school. This is a good time to repair one's home or get assistance in work. At work one can expect an important job or an assign- ment involving some aspect of the military. he will draw disaster on himself./^ Lu I The Exile THE JUDGMENT The Exile. in the fourth place: He regains his valuables. He wins the loyalty of a young servant. Nine The exile finds rest in a sanctuary. He carries valuables. THE SYMBOL Fire over the mountain Symbolizes the Exile. your reputation. If Six in the second place: The exile arrives at an inn. you should be prepared for trouble in family a&urs. Be especially vigilant against fires in your home. Nine in the third place: The inn where the exile stays bums down. his job. and does not delay The cases brought. A person is likely to succeed somewhere away from his home. If you get this line. He is not happy in his heart. a student will achieve recognition and a job ofiEer. One lacks ability in one is meek in school. This line indicates that a person will be successful in a remote location. He loses the loyalty of his young servant. To continue leads to good fortune. At work you are in danger of losing your job. he will be insulted. NsnTow-mindedness will cause misfortune. To continue is dangerous. The suf)erior man is careful and clever In imposing punishments. Sun I Penetration (Wind) 14^ another dty or join the military. Trees and grasses bend before the wind. Misfortune. and gain recognition. He loses his cow by being careless. 57. and penetration. and injury. wood. The wind.for good ffxtune. scatters the seeds of plants to the ends of the earth. But if birth time and zodiac sym- bols are not favorable. prestige. Nine at the top: A bird's nest bums. Sun. but he is liable to lose his high position later. and women will find satisfying careen. Eventually they fall to the ground. This is also a time when one can expect to move or repair his hcnne. get jobs. Expect great Those employed wiU have responsibility and success. A person will be honored in the b^inning. there may be sadness. Sun / Penetration (Wind) Both the upper and lower trigrams are Sun: wind. losing cme arrow. penetrate the soil. One should live cautiously to avoid the misfortune which arises from good fortune. He should watdi out Ux trouble in his eyes and be careful with electrical appliances amd fire. and begin to . Even if one lacks money or skill. Those who re- ceive this hexagram should be flexible and work harmoniously with others. students and scholars will pass their exams. he can still achieve success by following someone great. Six in the fifth place: He shoots a pheasant. just as the people yield to the directives of their governments. In the end he gains honor and position. But do not follow another blindly: a definite goal is necessar). mourning. The exile laughs in the beginnings laments later. THE SYMBOL Wind following wind Symbolizes Penetration. seeds are once again produced and the process is repeated.146 Sun I Penetration (Wind) grow. generation after generation. After the new plants bloom. The superior man proclaims his directives And executes his affairs. Years ago. A student will be wise to seek a civil service job. but each year the restaurant prospered more and more. after six years he would achieve success. THE LINES Six at the bottom: Advance and retreat. who couldn't make up his mind whether or not to go to America. It benefits the military person to be firm. I told him that although his going to America would turn out favorably. he would experience difficulty at first. He did go and opened a Chinese restaurant. Small success. It is beneficial to go somewhere. People will both gain and lose in their enterprises. But after a difficult situation they will gain success. After six years he not only became successful but he also married a cashier who worked in the restaurant. Those em- ployed will have to cope with instability in their jobs: they may be either promoted or demoted. It is favorable for those in the travel business and those who travel for a living. received this hexagram with a chang- ing line in the fifth place. THE JUDGMENT Penetration. and they have subsequently raised children. The time is not favorable for a military position. Thus this hexa- gram indicates that people can become prosperous in another land. one of my countrymen. It is beneficial to see a great man. . The first three years were difficult owing to lack of money. or perhaps they will hold two jobs. Nine at the top: Wind under the bed. One catches three kinds of game while hunting. Three days before change. At work you should be wary of losing your job. It is a time of embarrassment and humiliation. Students can look forward to recognition. Working people will be demoted or dis- missed. student you can expect recognition. If employed you be pro. You will succeed through honesty. Loss in the beginning. Nine in the fifth place: Firmness —good fortune. will moted (you may find a job involving if a either speech or writing). He loses his wealth. You may also take part in a religious ceremony. A person may get a job in a remote place or receive an important assignment having to do with the military. Everything is of benefit. Good fortune. Humiliation. Even with a promotion the employed person faces obstacles in the be- ginning. But if birth time and zodiac symbols are favorable. Nine in the third place: Orders repeated many times. good fortune will arise from bad. Sun I Penetration (Wind) 147 Nine in the second place: Wind under the bed. gain in the end. and in school you should avoid showing arrogance. there will be success. Recognition is in store for the academic. sudden loss. Remorse disappears. Good fortune. Continuing leads to misfortune. but success will come later. Three days after change. This line indicates possible loss or sickness. . Sudden gain. Benefits and good fortune are in store for many. he may have two jobs or a power- ful position. Six in the fourth place: Remorse disappears. or they may travel on business. No blame. A person will benefit from his situation and have good fortune. Many fortunetellers and witches are used. teacher. In love affairs. it im- plies success. actor or actress. commentator. The superior man joins his fellows For teaching and study. the hexagram indicates that two women will love one man. For business this hexagram means success. happiness. You should be- ware.Both primary trigrams are Tui: the youngest daughter.148 Tui I Joyoiuness X. Tui is gold. Good fortune. and for married couples the two mouths mean constant disputes. Success. Two lakes in the same hexagram emphasize the beneficial aspects of a lake. The hexagram therefore indicates a career involving sp>eaking. for navigation and irrigation. and beauty. The p>erson who receives this hexagram will achieve success or receive benefits. or diplomat. Tui / Joyousness The essence of Tui is joyousness. and the lake. THE SYMBOL The beautiful lakes Symbolize Joyousness. when fruits and vegetables ri{)en"and nature is ready for the harvest. however. joyous. Tui refers to autumn. . for human beings and plant and animal life. for excessive talking can lead to trouble. THE LINES Nine at the bottom: Harmonious joyousness. THE JUDGMENT Joyousness. and for the enhancement of the scenery. in addition. 58. Continuance is favorable. and the double trigram means a great deal of it. You may become a singer. The trig^am Tui represents the mouth. A person who gets this line will increase his proficiency and be in harmony with others. Nine in the second place: Truthful joyousness. Good fortune. you may be held back. Remorse vanishes. Nine in the fifth place: Confidence in what is decaying is dangerous. patients will improve. — One should expect trouble perhaps in the eyes —and gossip. success. along well. a good opportunity. But peace of mind will be elu- sive now. . he can expect a promotion. If in school. Flattery at work will be viewed as misconduct. If you get this line. and students will have the chance to advance. But he should be careful to avoid evildoers. Although people can count on the help or recommendations of others. But if birth time and zodiac symbols are not favorable. At work one can exp)ect added responsibility and the chance for promotion. one has joyousness. In school you can expect to be involved in a competitive situation. Do not follow another blindly. Nine in the fourth place: Considering joyousness does not bring serenity. they will still not be able to achieve their goals or gain the recognition they seek. recog- and an important job. Even if his affairs are now tangled. Six in the third place: Coming joyousness. A person can expect benefit. Misfortune. Six at the top: Enticing joyousness. he will free himself. Husbands and wives will get nition. At work beware of slander. This is a time when merchants will benefit. Many will enlarge their families through marriage or having children. one may suffer conflicts and lawsuits. or mistakes and danger will result. you should expect trouble caused by an un- worthy person. Once one corrects his conduct. if still in school. Tui I Joyousness i^p This is a time of harmony. or. spray. begin a new venture. Boats on the water imply traveling. With the changed conditions. m Huan / Dispersion This hexagram means dispersion. or open a new branch of your business. The king approaches the temple. Some- thing may be broken up: a separation in the family or a dispersion of property. It benefits to continue. and separation. change your career. For people interested in marriage. It is also a good time for religious and political ac- tivities. "It is of benefit to cross the great water. and the Judgment says. Move your home. causing waves.i^o Huan / Dispersion 59. Sick people will recover. Dis- I>ersion is symbolized by the wind (Sun. dissolution. alter your attitude or ideas. As with sailing a boat at sea. Success. Although hexagram augurs good conditions none of the this — lines is misfortune — it advises care. the lower). you must be on the watch constantly for dangerous conditions. THE JUDGMENT Dispersion. this hexagram implies that both parties will be busy with their work. misfortune will dissolve into good fortune. thus the trigrams represent boats on the water as well." would be good for you to It travel to another place for an undertaking. but in a more general sense the hexagram advises that it is time for a change or movement of some kind. THE SYMBOL Wind blowing over water . It is of benefit to cross the great water. and mist. they will not have the time or opportunity to get married. the upper trigram) blow- ing the water (K'an. Sun also means wood. Nine in the fifth place: Dispersion is like sweat pouring . Great and fortune. But if birth time and zodiac symbols are not favorable. one may losesomething or be forced to move. a time of mourning may be in store. But if birth time and zodiac symbols are not favor- able. The first line indicates the approval of your superiors. No remorse. Nine in the second place: At the dispersion he hastens to the opportunity. Huan I Dispersion i^i Symbolizes Dispersion. A student can complete his studies somewhere else. One can expect to achieve his goals and make a profit. A student willadvance because of his projects. Danger in the beginning but safety later. During this time a person is likely to be transferred in his job to another location. Good fortune. and a workingman can expect promotion. Six in the third place: He dissolves his egotism. He disperses his hills (property). At work one is likely to become the leader of many. Perhaps married and have a family. he may not be able to escaf>e its results. At work one will get a person can expect to gain jxjwer. This is a time when people achieve their goals and fulfill their wishes. in school one will pass his exams and gain recogni- tion. perhaps even rising to the top of his company. The ancient kings offered sacrifices To the Deity. Ordinary people do not think of this. THE LINES Six at the bottom: To rescue one with a strong horse. A j>erson should be wary of disaster: if it occurs. Six in the fourth place: He disperses his group. then built temples. Remorse vanishes. In any case it is not a good time for him to begin a new undertaking. but he still will not get a job. No blame. If birth time and zodiac symbols are not favorable. you will complete your courses and be recog- nized.t$2 Chieh I Limitation from the body. Unless there are boundaries to limit the water in the lake and ways to measure it. still Limitation also means coming to a stop. K'an. the lake and joyousness. Now is the time to retreat from dangerous situations. If in school. one should expect trouble with blood circulation. Nine at the top: Dissolving his (coagulated) blood. Departing to a remote place. you can expect benefit and protection from danger. one should check his actions in order to avoid danger. If a person is working. n 60. a promotion is likely. Chieh / Limitation Limitation implies both control and thrift. if you already have one. means water and danger. and a lawsuit will be decided favorably. with loud cries. he means that should beware of danger and thus not lose control. Applied to personal affairs this when one is happy and joyous. No blame. If you get this line. movement and strength. Students will have the chance to work for the good of society. The lower trigram is Tui. K'an. keeping still. Sick people can expect relief. is the lower nuclear trigram. Even though strong. while the upper nuclear tri- gram is Ken. the upper trigram. Chen. or. Separation from the king's palace. he is apt to be transferred to another place. there will be flooding. . You will find a job. or he may find a job with the military. . And measures conduct and virtue. but neither should he overeat. THE LINES Nine at the bottom: One does not go out of the door and courtyard. One should not go hungry. he should wait for a proper chance. THE JUDGMENT Limitation. THE SYMBOL Water above the lake Symbolizes Limitation. In business. this line bodes good fortune for action and misfortune for inaction. The fourth and fifth lines suggest that limita- tion at the proper level can be sweet. Misfortune. one is likely to meet danger. At thistime recommendations will provide no help for the student. The first line advocates not leaving one's resting place. the second line cau- tions against staying. If a person is in school. he will not find the opportunity he is seeking now. while the top line means that overdoing it produces bitterness. Success. limitation means avoiding large expenses while at the same time not being overly hesitant when faced with opportunities for growth. If birth time and zodiac symbols are not favorable. Chieh /Limitation i^j The person who receives this hexagram should follow the middle way between extremes and keep agood sense of proportion. Ignorance of the current situation will lead to the loss of an opportunity because one did not undertake anything or did not leave home. The superior man devises number and measure. The firstline suggests that one should keep his present career and live in the same place without loss. No blame. Generally. Nine in the second place: One does not go out the gate and courtyard. at work one may lose a chance for promotion. Bitter limitation should not be continued. you will gain neither money nor recognition. Six in the fourth place: Peaceful limitation. Chung Fu / Inner Truthfulness Chung Fu indicates sincerity. No blame. Nine in the fifth place: Sweet limitation.1^4 Chung Fu / Inner Truthfulness Six in the third place: One does not limit oneself and has cause for lamenting. Success. signifies The upper trigram is Sun. Continuing brings misfortune. if you lack self-confidence in school you will suffer remorse. it also someone who possesses these qualities and is trusted by others. Good fortune. At work you are likely to achieve your career goals through the favor of a superior. Remorse vanishes. the . you may be unable to maintain your position because of harsh attacks against you. + 61. If lose control you will be blamed for it. A person who gets this line can expect to have his way. the eldest daughter and gentleness. And if birth time and zodiac symbols are not favorable. At work he will be promoted. And old man should be careful of his health. if out of work or in school. and confidence. truthfulness. Six at the top: Bitter limitation. This line implies that you have heavy expenses and cannot handle money well: you are probably living too luxuriously. Undertakings bring honor. if you insist on your you ideas at work you will be humiliated. he will find a job. If you are in school. If you follow regulations you can expect good fortune and recog- nition. Ken and Chen. "It is of benefit to cross the great water. A working person can expect a promotion through a recommenda- tion. THE JUDGMENT Inner Truthfulness. and the younger girl follows happily. THE LINES Nine at the bottom: Ponder carefully. THE SYMBOL The wind over the lake Symbolizes Inner Truthfulness. The older girl treats her little sister gently and with kindliness. You should work hard to succeed. In the top line. are the youngest and the eldest son. It is of benefit to cross the great water. Too much confidence and celebration can be harmful. Sea lions —good fortune. the nuclear trigrams. cooperation with family and friends. the youngest daughter and joyousness. Other thoughts lead to anxiety. for sadness will hide in happiness and there may be loss: laziness will lead ultimately to failure. Aided by an influential person. In shape the hexagram resembles a kiss between lovers. and for a student this is a good time for an undertaking. The eldest daughter and youngest son. respectively. in business this kind of relationship results in harmony between employer and employee. But one should show caution: good fortune does not last forever. To continue brings benefit. Chung Fu presages good fortune: harmony in society. It also augurs a change in one's location: the Judgment says. to continue means misfortune. Thus the entire hexagram consists of brothers and sisters who are able to help and rely on each other. . youngest daughter and eldest son are balanced in their relationship. and success in undertakings. Chung Fu I Inner Truthfulness i^^ lower is Tui. * The superior man judges criminals And postpones capital punishment. however. you will be able to achieve your goal. Good fortune." The time is also good for marriages or love affairs. then he weeps. while students will have a chance for advancement and recognition. No blame. receive benefits. Six in the third place: One meets a person. Nine in the fifth place: His truthfulness is steadfast. Good fortune in everything. If birth time and zodiac symbols are unfavorable. I have a good goblet (wine. in happiness hides sadness. At work the employee will have the chance to associate with a high official. But old people may become ill. People will have children.j$6 Chung Fu / Inner Truthfulness Nine in the second place: A crane calls in the shade. To continue —misfortune. you will complete your courses and gain recognition. Six in the fourth place: The moon will be full. If you are in school. . and suddenly he stops. Working people may be promoted now. If you get this line. one will have f>oor health. and the unem- ployed will find jobs. Suddenly he beats a drum. People will be in harmony with society and achieve their goals. Those employed will be promoted. Benefit everywhere. you can expect a recommendation from your supervisor at work. followed by a promotion. If birth time and zodiac symbols are unfavorable. or livelong lives. but from sadness will spring joy. virtue) to share with you. a married person may lose his spouse. Nine at the top foretells that a person will compete with a stranger and become involved in entanglements that are difficult to escape. in school the student can expect a great advance. but also to lose sometimes. He loses a team of horses. Nine at the top: The crow of a cock piercing the heavens. however. its young ones respond. No blame. You can expect to gain sometimes. Those employed will get along with their associates and receive added responsibility. then he sings. but demoted later. It is not good to go up. The Chung Fu. The song of the flying bird. portrays two people mouth- preceding hexagram. Hsiao Kuo / Slight Excess i^j iig. . Continuing is of benefit. in Hsiao Kuo they are back-to-back. stinginess. the hexagram indicates excessive hum- bleness. is characterized by strength and movement. Thus he loses opportunities and finds it dif- advance in society. This ficult to kind of person must either change his attitude and become both more generous and more purposeful or settle for only small achieve- ments. 62. meaning that there is no harmony. Applied to human affairs. the lower trigram. It is good to stay below. the youngest son and mountain. THE JUDGMENT Slight Excess. the upper trigram. Chen. he may even bring harm on himself. is characterized by strength and stillness. Success. Ken. A person with these qualities cannot carry out schemes on a grand scale because he is not willing to chance great success. Hsiao Kuo / Slight Excess Hsiao Kuo signifies the slight excess or small mistake that can prevent the achievement of great things. not great things. There is an excess of strength in this situa- tion. and lack of purpose. Undertaking small things. One should be cautious constantly: the third line says that someone will strike from behind. Great good fortune. but it cannot be exerted because of the opposing tendencies of movement and stillness. the eldest son and thunder. to-mouth. Six in the second place: He passes over his deceased grandfather and meets his deceased grandmother. For a student.1^8 Hsiao Kuo / Slight Excess THE SYMBOL Thunder over the mountain Symbolizes Slight Excess. No blame.you can expect good fortune at first. Nine in the fourth place: He meets things without excessive reactions. The superior man's conduct is overly humble. If you are in school. Misfortune. this is a time of fine opportunity: he will pass his exams easily. He does not reach the king but meets an official. Perhaps you will be rapidly promoted at work. . THE LINES Six at the bottom: A bird encounters misfortune when it soars. You can exp>ect to maintain your present job or position without harm or setback. get a promotion. one's mother is liable to suffer ill health. There must be caution. Do not continue. No blame. and make profits. And he is stingy in his spending. someone will stab him in the back. you can expect to pass your exams and receive high recognition. but mis- fortune may strike later. This line indicates help from both a woman and an influential person. He will meet danger if he advances. A student will now be successful in an undertaking and have a good teacher. Be very cautious at this time: beware of harm caused by a woman or by people whose evil is hidden. one can expect to achieve his goals. Nine in the third place: If he does not protect himself carefully. But if birth time and zodiac symbols are not favorable. If you get this line. In mourning he laments exceedingly. but this will cause trouble. But the full moon must wane and the flower fade: people who are successful may easily decline. completed. but he will be aided by an influential person. If you are a student. not meeting him. although the employed person should perhaps consider a vacation. This line indicates a favorable time to keep your present position without undertaking anything new or great. In nature this state of {perfection is demon- strated by the full moon or by a flower in bloom. The aged and sick should beware of misfortune. there is likely to be mourning. at work your arrogance will cause frustration. If birth time and zodiac symbols are not favorable. Misfortune. The primary trigrams. The birds fly away. There is an equal and proper distribu- — tion of yin and yang lines unbroken lines in strong positions. Chi Chi I Completion i^p Six in the fifth place: Heavy clouds come from the west. What the duke shoots he takes from its cave. A student should expect I>oor conditions. however. There will be disaster. in life by a young man and young woman living together harmoniously. According to this line youwill tend to be ambitious beyond youi position and capacity. . producing steam. or ac- complished. however. like studies for a degree. Chi Chi / Completion Chi Chi means something achieved successfully. 63. but no rain. Li below and K'an above. — broken lines in yielding j)ositions which indicates balance and harmony in all things. you can expect to finish a research project successfully. Six at the top: He passes over someone. depict useful technology in action: the fire boils the water. Six in the second place: A lady loses her carriage curtain. Here is an example: in 1945. Good fortune at first. No blame. The Nationalists did become victorious over the Japanese. In business affairs expand but maintain the present state of your business. The superior man ponders danger And takes precautions against it. THE JUDGMENT Completion. For your undertaking the Judgment also indicates good fortune in the beginning. I received Hexagram 36. disorder broke out in the form of civil war. the hexagram therefore changed to Chi Chi. Ming I. and loss in the beginning. It benefits to continue. THE LINES Nine at the bottom: The brake to the wheel. without delay. The tail gets wet. If one has a job. You will experience difficulty. THE SYMBOL Water above fire symbolizes Completion. he will begin something else but not complete it for a time. but disorder in the end. A student will not be able to find a job. he will receive no salary in the begin- ning. when I made a prediction for the Nationalist Chinese forces. Two years later. Without seeking it. it will be regained within seven days. disorder in the end. trouble. Caution prevents trouble. however. the hexagram predicts success for it means that you should not small undertakings. during the Sino-Japanese War. . with the moving line in the fifth position.i6o Chi Chi / Completion According to the Judgment. and eventually the Nationalists were defeated by the Communists and lost control of mainland China. A person has the wish to begin an enter- prise but he will not. For mar- riages it denotes peace and harmony. lovers should get married quickly. Success in the small. Caution in traveling is advised now. If you are now working. The inferior man should no longer be employed. Danger. but others will be jealous of them. the western neighbor made a simple offering. Avoid evil persons lest you yourself become tainted. If you are without a job or are a student. An undertaking in the west will bring good fortune. If birth time and zodiac symbols are not favorable. your knowledge and ability will lead to success in an undertaking. you should beware of poor health. in the east misfortune. A person already work- ing is likely to take a business trip or be called to work outside the city where he now lives. lawsuits. Nine in the fifth place: The eastern neighbor sacrificed an ox. But with patience and perseverance. Six at the top: His head gets wet. This line indicates that you can expect to have enough money to live comfortably. Those employed will hold high positions either in society or in religion. Many will succeed in small undertakings but fail in grand schemes. At this time travel cautiously. and jeal- ousies will all costthem money. Students and the unemployed should not neglect their opportunities. students and the unemployed will find jobs. there could be trouble with trans- portation. At work a person with responsibilities may be subject to jealousy and danger. Students and the un- employed are liable to see their opportunities vanish. Be cautious all day. People should expect many troubles: conflicts. . you can safely keep your position by taking pre- cautions. however. but he received the blessing. Chi Chi I Completion i6i but you will be successful later. Nine in the third place: The emperor Kao Tsung chastised the barbarian country and conquered it in three years. Six in the fourth place: One has silk clothes but wears rags. K'an. of the sun rising from the sea at dawn. I lectured in New Hampshire. These were the events before completion. Li. the male. In Wei Chi the unbroken (yang) lines are in yielding positions. water. rewards from the Great Country. it signifies a time of great effort or concentration just before something is com- pleted. If you are a student or scholar. In structure and meaning it is the opposite of the preceding hexagram. Or perhaps there is an unfinished project or some business that you should work on diligently. and a favorable article about my presentation appeared in a Boston Sunday newspaper. Li. otherwise you will waste ^our time. Chi Chi. below. A young fox almost across . with the moving line in the fourth position. choose your subject or field of re- search carefully. Even though completion or success is not yet at hand. The trigrams also show this: the female. Soon afterward. fire or sun. Everything and you should be prepared. new investments will yield profits. In marriage. In 1970 Wei Chi appeared on my astrological chart. In 1972 my book T'ai Chi Ch'uan and I Ching was published and I was invited to appear on television in Boston. Success. Wei Chi / Before Completion Although Wei Chi is the last hexagram of the / Ching.i62 Wei Chi / Before Completion 64. is above. In business this is the time for a fresh undertaking. Thus the prophecy of the fourth line was ful- filled: "Within three years. in February of that same year. the image they present is that is is about to begin. this hexa- gram contains great hope for the future. above K'an. the fMjsition of the lines indicates that the husband should yield to the wife." THE JUDGMENT Before Completion. while the broken (yin) lines are in strong positions. you can complete your plans. continuing —misfortune. Great power is used to attack the land of the barbarians. This line indicates frustration. rewards from the Great Country. — Remorse vanishes. however. Nothing benefits. THE LINES Six at the bottom: He wets his tail. . Students and the unemployed. Wei Chi / Before Completion i6) Wets his tail in the water. but acting roughly will lead to trouble. THE SYMBOL Fire above water Symbolizes Before Completion. The traveler should be cautious. but their standing will still be low and they will achieve only small success. Within three years. Nine in the second place: He brakes the wheel. but at work the employee's adequate ability will make it easy for him to cooperate with others. Six in the third place: Before completion (achieving success). It is beneficial to cross the great water. Employed people will meet with obstacles and find the situation difficult to improve. Nine in the fourth place: Continuing good fortune. Humiliation. The time is not favorable for climbing or crossing high mountains. At your job you should work hard and win the confidence of others. Students will pass their exams. In school the student will show no progress. The superior man carefully distinguishes things. And puts them in their appropriate place. should not expect to find jobs now. By keeping your original attitude. Merchants may profit now from business trips. One cannot achieve his goal. Continuing — good fortune. Six in the fifth place: Continuing —good fortune. . but he should beware of misfortune in the form of drunkenness or drowning. Nine at the top: He drinks wine with confidence. Many will be successful in their activitiesand become wealthy. he loses confidence. A person who receives this line will be able to escape danger. When his head gets wet. The academic's examinations lead to honors. or perhaps he will accept a military position. Those employed will get high promotions. and a student will gain recognition through his writings.164 Wei Chi / Before Completion You are likely to profit with the help of others. An older person will enjoy his life. The glory of the superior man wins the confidence of the people. At work one can expect to advance to an important job. Good fortune. Responsibility and success are in store for an employed person. No remorse. No blame. Some years ago a national magazine showed a man predicting with a bunch of grass stems which he threw to the gpround. symboHc and numeri- cal. has three parts: the top part means "grass. In the Ta Chuan it is written: "Therefore: Heaven creates i6^ . probably in the great book burning of the third century b. older. Yarrow is a perennial herb that grows in north-temperate regions. But the method they used is not mentioned in the / Ching and is now lost to us. Ch'i. just as people must live many years to acquire knowledge and experi- ence.Yarrow Stalks for Prediction Symbol and Number Of the two systems of Chinese prediction." Without the grass part. and the third resembled the cracks in dry land. another like roof tiles. they were allowed to grow for a period of years to gain their spiritual nourishment. rather. the character means "old man.c." the middle means "old. All this indicates that the yarrow stalks were not considered common grass. Many Chinese people use chopsticks as a substitute. In this chapter the proper yarrow stalk method is explained. obviously unaware of the proper method. dating People in ancient times exposed the shells to fire until one of three different patterns of cracks appeared: one looked like broken jade. From these the predictors learned of good fortune and mis- fortune in the future." and the bottom means "the sun. — The / Ching does mention yarrow stalks the ancient numerical — method of prediction and people who consult the Book of Changes still use this method to determine the correct hexagram. the symbolic is back to the use of tortoise shells." a respected figure in China. An article in a major metropolitan newspaper told of a person who used spaghetti sticks instead of yarrow stalks. The Chinese character for yarrow stalks. put these stalks aside." To gain this divine nature a long growth was needed. although only forty-nine are actually used. so the stalks could provide good service between the people and the / Ching. take one from the right. putting the remainders in the left hand. two. separate the forty-nine stalks at random into two groups. first left and then right. This time you will have a total of four or eight stalks. in your prayer say way who you where you live. Now repeat the process: separate the stalks at random. three. which indicates that already in ancient times bamboo was used as a subsitute for yarrow stalks. put these stalks aside. Put this remainder between the ring and middle fingers of your left hand. (Throughout the process the right hand does the counting. It will be either five or nine. while well-aged yarrow stalks were hard to find. From the fifty take one and put it aside. and then put the two groups of remaining stalks together again. while the left hand does the holding. the holy sage takes them as models. Again the total of stalks in your left . Write this number down. You must start with a bunch of fifty yarrow stalks. or four stalks. and proceed to count through the two bunches by fours as before. On a flat surface in front of you. From the pile on the right take out one stalk with your right hand and put between the it ring finger and little finger of your left hand. Count the total number of stalks you are now holding in your left hand. Yarrow stalks that were employed especially for prediction had another name.i66 Yarrow Stalks for Prediction divine things. the same as when using the coin method. Then count through the bunch on the right in the same way and put that remainder of stalks between the middle and index fingers of the left hand. In this character the top part is bamboo and the bottom is a witch. and picking up. incense and pass the yarrow stalks through the smoke. Shih. you should begin by praying. separating. all the time concentrating on your question. put it between the little and ring fingers. and what your question is. How to Use Yarrow Stalks In your approach to the / Ching.) Now with your right hand count through the left bunch of stalks by fours until there is a remainder of just one. Bamboo was readily available. Then light are. and repeat the process one more time with the stalks that remain. Write this number down. it is not used again. eight is Young Yin — an unchanging broken line. Unlike the coin and yarrow-stalk methods. — Numerology i6^ hand will be either four or eight. Numerology The numerical system of prediction later developed into a system of numerology. nine is Old Yang a changing unbroken line. and there is only one moving line for each hexagram obtained.d. You can now compute what the bottom line is. nine and eight are considered to have the same significance and both are assigned the number two. I myself have used the formulas from the Plum Blossom Numerology and am always amazed at their accuracy. Of the totals ob- tained. a prediction can be made in less than a minute. The formulas involve not only the text of the / Ching. after changing the three separate totals to their assigned numbers and adding them. eight. . Repeat this series of manipulations five times to obtain the other five lines of the hexagram. five and four are also con- sidered of equal significance and are assigned the number three. Six is Old Yin — a changing broken line. Over two thousand years after the / Ching was written. Once the formulas and symbolism have been memorized. a new total of six. and the date. or nine. but also the interaction of the Five Elements. 1011-1078) devised the Plum Blossom Numerology. Shao Yung's num- erology requires no instrument of prediction. seven. Therefore you will have. These three processes complete the manipulations necessary to arrive at the bottom line of the hexa- gram. seven is — Young Yang as unchanging unbroken line. the conditions at the moment of prediction. the great Chinese mathematician-philosopher Shao Yung (a. which con- tains various formulas for prediction based on number. i68 . i6p G a B s CO § . I lyo *s . G. G. this book must not be sold. Baynes Forthcoming THE ASTROLOGY OF I CHING Translated from Ho Map Lo Map Rational Number Manuscript by Dr Wen Kuan Chu Edited and Commentaries added by W.'— C G. . Baynes Available only in paperback *THE SECRET OF THE GOLDEN FLOWER A Chinese Book of Life TRANSLATED AND EXPLAINED BY RICHARD WILHELM With a European Commentary by C. Jung In one volume 'A great and singular book. Baynes With a Foreword by C. or otherwise disposed of. For copyright reasons. Jung *THEI CHING AND YOU DIANA FFARINGTON HOOK *THE I AND MANKIND CfflNG DIANA FFARINGTON HOOK *T'AICHI CH'UAN AND I CHING A Choreography of Body and Mmd DA LIU CHANGE Eight Lectures on the I Ching HELLMUT WILHELM Translated from the German by Cary F. issued on loan. Jung Translated into English by Cary F. A. except in its original paper cover. Sherrill *Also available in paperback ISBN 7100 8193 6. Printed in Great Britain. I CHING or Book of Changes THE RICHARD WILHELM TRANSLATION Rendered into English by Cary F. It is a step-by-step introduction to the ancient Chinese practice of tossing coins to raise questions that can he answered in one of the 64 hexagrams of the / Ching.' New translations and commentaries are provided for each hexagram and indicate precisely what will happen in the future. Routledge & Kegan Paul . 'to give a more detailed explanation of lines.I CHING COIN PREDICTION A dictionary of every reader's future. trigrams. Da Liu. a quick and un- ambiguous answer to any question can be obtained from the / Ching. Da Liu has also included a special section on how to prophesy using yarrow stalks. and hexagrams for prediction purposes. a noted authority on / Ching. which does not require the numerical calculations of other techniques. describes clearly and srmpj[y both the method and history of coin prediction. . this book is designed for use prediction from the / Ching. Although primarily for anyone interested in the coin method nt prediction.* he writes. using this book as a guide. and to explain the coin method. He is the author of T'ai Chi Ch'uan and I Ching (Routledge & Kegan Paul. 1974). In either method. 'I have two main goals. The Author Da Liu is president of the T'ai Chi Ch'uan Society of New York and is a master instructor of T'ai Chi Ch'uan. 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