I Ching hexagram
17. Following
隨Suí
Lake over Thunder
Also called According With, Acquiring Followers, Adapting, Adjusting, To Accord With, To Accompany, Concordance, Conformance to The Work, "Learn to serve in order to rule. Quit the old ways." -- D.F. Hook
Hexagram 17, Following (隨 Suí) is formed by Lake over Thunder. It is also known as According With, Acquiring Followers, Adapting, Adjusting, To Accord With, To Accompany, Concordance, Conformance to The Work. The judgment is James Legge. The six lines are R.L. Wing — the same texts used in a reading on this site.
The judgment
James Legge
Following indicates successful progress and no error through firm correctness.
The six lines
R.L. Wing · line 1 is at the bottom
- Line 1Yang
A change is occurring, whether in your own objectives or in the situation around you. In order to accomplish something you should now communicate with persons of all persuasions and opinions. Yet remain internally principled and discerning.
- Line 2Yin
Examine your goals and the standards you have set for yourself. If they are unworthy, inferior, weak, or nonexistent, you will remain low, and you will lose contact with productive, competent, worthwhile influences. You are forced to make a choice.
- Line 3Yin
You will find yourself parting ways with former inferior elements in your life as you make contact with worthwhile persons or ideals. By firmly following the superior path you will find what you are looking for, while your strength of character will greatly benefit.
- Line 4Yang
Those whom you appear to influence actually have ulterior motives in their allegiance to you. Look beyond the current flattering situation into your original principled aim. Strive to act independently.
- Line 5Yang
If you sincerely insist upon the very best, the chances are that you will get it. Set your sights high. Good fortune.
- Line 6Yin
You are called upon, by virtue of your wisdom and expertise, to lead another. You will unquestionably become involved, but you will be rewarded for your unselfish commitment.
Use this hexagram in a reading
These are the same judgment and lines that appear when hexagram 17 comes up in a cast. Ask a question to see which lines change, or keep a journal of your readings.