The worst is behind us, but some difficult problems still remain. Participate in common affairs, success awaits you in cooperation with others.
Be faithful, do not neglect your duties. Those who love each other need mutual respect and understanding just as much as a teacher and a student.
Fulfillment of desires largely depends on how you use the advice of superiors and friends. It's not the right time for gambling.
Achieving victory - conquest - is only a moment, the result of which must be consolidated. Action aimed at consolidating victory characterizes this situation.
It consists in the mutual rapprochement of the victor and the area he conquered, which is possible because victory means the destruction and subjugation of everything that is alien, that is not capable of rapprochement. For the latter, it is necessary here to make a correct forecast of future development, and so far it is not so much about achieving the well-being of the conquered area, but about preventing external forces that act destructively.
If for the previous situation the moment of victory is the last moment, then for the given situation it acts as its beginning. It contains those initial ratios that are subject to stable preservation for the whole future. This is how things stand from the point of view of the one to whom [it] approaches. For those who approach it, it must be borne in mind that in a given situation the most beneficial approach is possible, which should immediately be used by all those capable of approaching.
Being late under such conditions is tantamount to a refusal, tantamount to turning from an accomplice of victory into a defeated and defeated one. - In the process of cognition, while new knowledge has not yet been achieved, one has to perform various actions to achieve it. Here is the opposition of knowledge to ignorance, and the bringing into harmony of the chaos of experiences, and the penetration into the yet inaccessible element of the not yet known, and the delimitation from random, interfering with the idea.
But knowledge has been won. This means that all these actions have been brought to a positive result. Then in the realm of cognition everything related to it is achievable, nothing alien to it hinders it. It is possible and necessary to bring the new, higher knowledge closer to the previously known.
That which retains in the latter the power of persuasiveness, in spite of the attainment of a new cognition, standing on a higher level, is immediately united with it in single system knowledge. The same knowledge of the previous stages, which in this moment are latecomers, i.e., no longer fit, are doomed to death. Such is the intermediate situation between the conquest of victory and its future educational action. The text expresses it this way:
Approximation. Happiness. Penetrate into the oracle, and there will be no blasphemy from the original eternal steadfastness. Wouldn't it be better to come right away? Whoever is late, that - misfortune.
The furthest from the winner and at the same time the most pliable circle of subordinates is deprived of the opportunity to act independently. He strives in the most intense way to approach the conqueror, for he especially feels the distance from the conqueror, who (taking into account the previous comment) appears here as the bearer of new, true knowledge: as "the owner of the truth."
Relations here, at the beginning of rapprochement, are still extremely simple, devoid of pretentiousness and artificiality. Therefore, the "possessor of the truth" is full of it, like a simple unsophisticated earthen jar is full of water. Its appearance is not the point, but its content. Everyone approaching him, even acting for his own sake, still does what the situation requires. Therefore, coming to him unconditionally, to the end, he creates happiness not only for himself, but also for others. Passively keeping his knowledge, he joins with it in the whole system of the newly won level of understanding of the world and forms for the latter, as it were, a boundary that shapes it. This is the useful action of simple human reason, common sense, which is replaced by other types of cognition at later stages. The text expresses this in the following words:
Weakness in the beginning. Draw close to the one who has the truth. There will be no bullshit. He is full of truth, like a filled jug. You will fully come to him, and there will be happiness for others.
The approximation that is conceived here is not an external, not purely spatial closeness, but a closeness in essence, for which only internal consonance is decisive. Therefore, in the process of this situation, first of all, its rhythm and consonance of this rhythm are taken into account. We have repeatedly seen that the process expressed in one or another hexagram represents the rhythm of two waves, in which the second and fifth positions express the highest points of development of each wave. Therefore, there is such an inner affinity between them. Here it is still supported by the opposition of the forces of Light (5) and Darkness (2), and, consequently, by their mutual attraction. With all this, here both of these forces occupy their positions normally. Therefore, it is between them, perhaps, the most correct, most fruitful rapprochement. If it contains the whole essence of this hexagram, then in this line it is expressed most of all in essence only in concepts, while its figurative development in representations will be shown in the text of the fifth line.
It also marks that moment in knowledge, which is characterized by passion, the attraction to knowledge, but also the full opportunity to realize this attraction. It is, and nothing prevents it. The latter is even expressed purely graphically: after all, between the second trait (the subject of desire) and the fifth (the object of desire) there are no strong traits that can resist. However, on this stage it means only an approximation, but not yet the achievement of the object of desire. And if, as we shall see, the fifth position is characterized by complete and perfect knowledge, then for the given position only the striving for it and the possession of it is not real, but only in the ideal. The latter, nevertheless, is possible, because the line between the inner and the outer is destroyed here by the force of their consonance and mutual gravity. These thoughts are given here only in a hint of a very sparse text, but they undoubtedly follow from the entire system of the monument and are necessary for a worthy saturation of an overly concise text:
Weak trait in second place. Approach him from within. Resilience is a blessing.
The striving for the object - the highest ideal - remains here too, but more favorable conditions have already passed. Here we are talking about latecomers, which are mentioned in the text of the hexagram itself. The striving itself is strength, and the presence of strength necessarily causes confrontation. Thus, the subject here confronts face to face all the negative forces that are sometimes considered in the commentary literature as infernal.
This is also expressed in the fact that here there is only a striving for the ideal, with the complete impossibility of realizing it, because the qualities that had such a beneficial effect on the previous stage: consonance, normality, concentration, are completely absent here. The latter is possible only on the second and fifth (central in the trigram) steps, while the first and second are absent in this position: both the third and sixth positions are occupied by homogeneous and therefore dissonant forces, and the third, odd position is occupied by an abnormally weak feature. This is nested in the words of a concise text:
Weak trait in third place. You approach him, but he is not the same.
After the crisis experienced, the approach is again possible, but the inner affinity is no longer recoverable. For him, time has already passed. And the only thing that is possible here is external, spatial proximity, which is also significant under the given conditions. - If we were talking about the internal affinity of concepts, then now it is about the closeness of their comparison. At the same time, of course, the facets of the compared concepts separate them, just as they connect them, i.e. "bring together". All that is needed for success here is the perseverance of maintaining such a status quo. The most ancient commentary tradition considers this closeness to be close to the ruler of his advisers, between whom it can be maintained not due to internal consonance, but only due to the subordination of advisers to the supreme authority. We only read in the text:
Weak trait in fourth place. External approach to it. Resilience is a blessing.
If in the previous approximation, the approach was considered from the side of those who are approaching, now it is considered from the side of the one to whom they are approaching. This object of approach is expressed by a single line of light, to which, due to polarity, all the others gravitate. Here, one quality of this object, its clarity, is enough, which imparts a shade of clarity to the entire process of approximation. However, this is not a passive assumption of a formless and free approach, but a completely definite shaping of the freedom of those approaching.
It is expressed in images borrowed from the rituals of ancient China. As one of the significant commentators, the Sung Cheng Yi-chuano, points out, already in the Chou dynasty there was a cult rite of royal hunting, in which beaters were placed only on three sides of the field. The fourth side was open, and the game that fled from the hunting king could freely escape death. Thus, only those animals were killed that went straight to the hunter, who "did not need life" and they "themselves gave it to him." It was believed that such an action of the king is a powerful prototype for the entire population, that any prohibitions turn out to be superfluous. This is how this freedom is expressed, yet framed by the framework of necessity. A relatively common text expresses this in the following words:
Strong trait in fifth place. Apparent approximation. The king should place beaters only on three sides and let the game ahead. Then there will be no restrictions for the citizens. Happiness.
The last step indicates some overdevelopment. Such is the overdevelopment of approximation. The feeling of the object of approach is lost in it, and only the approach itself remains unknown to what. One aimless desire. The hopelessness of this state in a laconic phrase of the text is expressed as follows:
Above is a weak feature. Approaching him is devoid of the main thing. Misfortune.
Hexagram B is an auspicious sign that portends success that may come in the very near future. You just have to adjust your behavior in such a way as not to interfere with the emergence of those positive moments that can make life better.
The situation symbolized by this hexagram usually unfolds in a natural way, therefore, in this case, a person is not required to make efforts to “adjust” it, but, on the contrary, maximum freedom and trust in what is happening. The rougher the intervention now, the worse the result will be.
Of course, this in no way implies that you should sit back and wait for the weather from the sea. Your actions should be based on understanding the current process and carefully editing it.
Hexagram B is a sign that something good will happen soon. Even the semantic name of the symbol itself indicates this - “Rapprochement”, and as with any joyful meeting, it is necessary to prepare for it. In this case, it means that you should keep your composure, do not fuss ahead of time, do not celebrate the victory before it happens, and do not plan anything based only on assumptions, not facts.
The calmer you expect the approach of success, the sooner it will come and go as positively as possible. Here you can draw an analogy with a holiday: often people are so worried in anticipation of a holiday that they have time to quarrel with each other before an important event, and only at the very last moment begin to reconcile frantically. This should not be, otherwise you will negate all the good that could happen.
Another very important point regarding a full and positive solution to the situation is cooperation. Now it is desirable to attract to the partnership those people whom you trust. And we are talking not just about helping you. No, on the contrary, this cooperation should be minimal and adhere to the practice of non-interference, which was discussed above. In this case, cooperation should proceed from the possibility of rapid “assimilation” of success. That is, something positive that happens to you should immediately form the basis for further cooperation. It doesn't matter if it's a family or labor collective, the main thing is that while you are at the peak of success, you have time to “invest” your resources correctly, and then this success will be repeated more than once.
Despite the fact that this hexagram Bi is a symbol of an auspicious period, there are still a number of things that need to be avoided. This applies to gambling, thoughtless risk and neglect of direct duties as in personal plan, as well as social.
The symbol is not unfavorable. It symbolizes the end of a difficult period and prepares you for the best.
The worst is behind you, but there are still unresolved problems. Take part in joint activities. Success will bring you cooperation with other people. Listen to the advice of friends and superiors, the fulfillment of your desires now largely depends on this.
Be faithful and see to the fulfillment of your duties. Pay attention to people who love you, they need understanding and respect, like students from their mentor.
Not the right time for gambling.
For the interpretation of the next hexagram, go to the page.
Explanation to the interpretation of hexagram 8. Rapprochement
If the answer of the ancient Chinese oracle is not fully understood and seems vague to you, read the explanation for the hexagram, which contains the main idea of the message, this will help you better understand the oracle of ancient China.
The answer to the question posed is Bi - Rapprochement.
The hieroglyph depicts standing man, which examines the sides.
unite, make an alliance; spiritual connection between people; categorize, select and compare; find an occupation to your liking; harmonize, combine. Neighbours; work together, equal, identical.
Semantic connections of hexagram 8.Bi
Read associative interpretation, and your intuition and imaginative thinking will help you understand the situation in more detail.
Figuratively, this hexagram can be represented as symbolizing the time to streamline the existing connections with people and events. Look for the original properties of things and create categories. Don't be afraid to ask questions, compare and sort what exists according to its nature. Now is not the time to calm down, you need to quickly change your old ideas. The situation changes in a moment, connections quickly break up and are restored. You can not hesitate, it will close the way for you.
Find new relationships between things that are happening. Don't be afraid, change doesn't have to be painful for you. Ordering should be managed not so much by the mind, but also by the heart. Let joy, harmony and pleasure serve as guidelines for you. Each event should have its own place, where it will look quite natural next to others. Take advantage of this opportunity quickly and change things now. Do not be late, otherwise the path that has arisen will be closed.
Interpretation of the hexagram in the translation of the canonical text of the Book of Changes
Read the translation canonical text, perhaps you will have your own associations in the interpretation of the eighth hexagram.
[Happiness! Get into the divination. With the original eternal steadfastness, there will be no blasphemy.
Wouldn't it be better to come right away? Latecomer - bad luck!]
I. At the beginning of the six.
Draw close to the one who has the truth.
- There will be no bullshit!
He is full of truth, like a filled jug. Go completely to it.
- There will be happiness for others.
II. Six second.
Approach him from within.
— Fortitude — fortunately.
III. Six third.
If you are late when approaching, it may turn out that the goal is not the same.
IV. Six fourth.
Approach him externally!
— Fortitude — fortunately.
V. Nine fifth.
clear approximation.
The leader [on the hunt] should put the beaters only on three sides and let the game go,
which goes ahead.
- If it does not put restrictions on the townspeople, then there will be happiness
(Only those who want to stay should stay).
VI. Top six.
(If) Approaching him is devoid of the main
(If you have not realized why you need this goal, but act according to the will of circumstances).
Union, mutual support, spiritual kinship; grouping things and people; convergence of positions.
Name
Bee (Approach): unite, make an alliance; spiritual connection between people; organize things into categories, choose and compare; find an occupation to your liking; harmonize, combine; neighbours; equal, identical; to work together. The hieroglyph depicts a person who has stopped and looks around, studying.
figurative row
Happiness.
Wouldn't it be better to come right away?
Whoever is late, that - misfortune.
This is the time to organize the existing and create categories. The ordering process must be guided not only by the mind, but also by the heart. Look for the original properties of things. Compare and sort things according to their nature. Don't be afraid to ask questions to clarify your connection to people and events. This is not the time to calm down. The situation is changing rapidly, ties are broken and restored. If someone hesitates, the path for him may be closed. Get rid of old ideas. You have to find new ways of relating things. Change doesn't have to be painful. Let joy, harmony and pleasure serve as guidelines for you. Give each event its own place, where it will look natural next to others. Take advantage of this opportunity and make a difference now. If you are late, the path will be closed.
Outer and Inner Worlds: Water and Earth
Communication with outside world disintegrates, while new ways of grouping things appear in the inner world.
Hidden Feature:
The classification of beings according to their qualities contains hidden opportunity getting rid of obsolete forms.
Sequence
There must be room for a group in the set. Realizing this allows you to use the approximation.
Definition
Approach means joy.
Symbol
Water flows over the earth. Approximation.
The rulers of antiquity appointed vassals to rule over the entire host of cities.
Hexagram lines
First six
Draw close to the one who owns the truth.
There will be no bullshit.
He is full of truth, like a filled jug.
If you come to him, there will be happiness for others.
The situation is conducive to establishing a connection with the spirits. Approaching disinterestedly, you will gain benefit for yourself. Still just getting started.
Six second
Approach your goal from within.
way out inner world to the outside is open. Do not lose the feeling of inner connection with your goal.
Six third
Approaching the goal, but it is not the same.
The approach is not over yet. If this is a person, leave him alone, if this is an ideal, then not the one you need.
Six fourth
External approach to the goal.
Resilience is a blessing. The path is open.
Your target is now visible. You have done your best and the path is open. Keep going in the same direction.
Nine fifth
clear approximation.
The king should place beaters only on three sides.
And release the game that goes ahead.
Then there will be no prohibitions for the townspeople, and there will be Happiness.
In reaching your goal, be like a king who goes hunting. Do not block all escape routes. Then the prey will be that which comes to you. You do not need to bind people with prohibitions in order for them to obey you. The way is open (happiness).
The action of the 23rd hexagram “Ruin” ends. It has a rather harsh name, but basically only our false, dark, dishonestly acquired ones are afraid of it.
Interpretation of 23 hexagram (Ruin):
In general, this is not the time for beginnings. Focus on the right end of everything that is superfluous in life.
In the near future, big changes await you.
Now do not take on any new business, you must not fall into a stupid position.
Your wishes will come true a little later.
This is the time to get rid of the unusable and unnecessary, of outdated ideas and habits. Remove the outer shell to understand the essence of things. Break down the problem and discard the irrelevant. You must have a clear plan and direction. Take care of current affairs. It is the end of the old cycle and the preparation for the new. Restore creative balance by getting rid of outdated jewelry. Show generosity to inferiors and subordinates in order to strengthen your own position. Adapt to change. Do not impose your will. Focus on the symbolic value of objects and their phenomena, on their connection with the spiritual world. Old structures dissolve, giving way to new action. That is the order of things.
The terms characterizing the essence of the 23rd hexagram are as follows:
Clean, separate, cut, peel, dissect.
Remove, reveal, leave uncovered, belittle; get to the point.
Cut trees, kill animals.
The hieroglyph depicts a knife and the sign "carving", indicating a decisive action in order to get rid of the superfluous.
Lesson 23 hexagram (Ruin):
Find what hinders in life and asks to leave. Let it go in peace. Stop holding. Don't initiate anything new and focus on what is. Clean up in thoughts, deeds and things.
A comment:
Transit felt pretty good. I didn't want to start at all. I felt introversion, a desire to delve into myself, an unwillingness to communicate. Books were well read. Experience was considered. And I also felt mental excitement that I would not be able to express my inner truth, that no one would hear it, that no one would listen to me. More about this.
Human Design: 23 gate
Gate 23 carries a certain immorality: a discrepancy with generally accepted norms and foundations. This can be expressed in complexes and hushing up one's inner truth or shocking an unprepared public with one's revelations at the wrong time. The channel is projector! Without being asked, you should not pour out your individual knowledge to anyone and everyone indiscriminately. Rejection will entail the bitterness of non-recognition.
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