I Ching hexagram
25. Innocence
無妄Wú Wàng
Thunder over Heaven
Also called The Unexpected, The Unintentional, The Symbol of Freedom from Error, Integrity, Without Embroiling, Pestilence, Fidelity, No Error, Freedom from Vainness, Instinctive Goodness, The Simple, Correctness, Subconscious, "Whatever happens, keep calm and do what is right." -- D.F. Hook
Hexagram 25, Innocence (無妄 Wú Wàng) is formed by Thunder over Heaven. It is also known as The Unexpected, The Unintentional, The Symbol of Freedom from Error, Integrity, Without Embroiling, Pestilence, Fidelity, No Error.
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The judgment
Legge
元亨利貞。其匪正有眚，不利有攸往。
Innocence indicates progress and success through firm correctness. If the action of its subject is incorrect, he will fall into error. In such a case it will not be advantageous to move in any direction.
The six lines
line 1 is at the bottom
- Line 1Yang
无妄，往吉。
Acting with sincerity and spontaneity will lead to your success. Trust your instincts, as there is goodness within you. Fortune is on your side.
- Line 2Yin
不耕獲，不菑畬，則利有攸往。
Avoid fantasizing about the outcomes of your efforts or the achievement of your goals. Focus on taking action for its own sake and immerse yourself fully in what you're doing right now. This is the way to reach your objectives.
- Line 3Yin
无妄之災，或繫之牛，行人之得，邑人之災。
Unexpected misfortune may come your way, but it will eventually pass. Innocence doesn't shield you from bad luck, as such changes in fortune are part of life. However, maintaining an innocent attitude can help you discover new ways to tackle challenges.
- Line 4Yang
可貞，无咎。
Do not let the ambitions of those around you sway your decisions. It's crucial at this moment to trust your inner vision. Follow your instincts.
- Line 5Yang
无妄之疾，勿藥有喜。
What may seem like an unfortunate situation has deeper internal causes. Solutions from the outside won't address the issue. What you're experiencing is part of an inner process. Allow things to unfold naturally, and the answer will emerge on its own.
- Line 6Yang
无妄，行有眚，无攸利。
Making progress is not feasible right now. Even innocent actions could lead to disorder. Avoid initiating anything new or trying to enhance your environment. It's best to refrain from taking any action at all.
When this hexagram changes
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