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. 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
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
R.L. Wing · line 1 is at the bottom
- Line 1Yang
Acting with integrity and spontaneity will bring you success. You may trust your instincts, because there is goodness in your heart. Good fortune is willed.
- Line 2Yin
Do not dream about the results of your work or the attainment of your goal. Instead, take action for its own sake and devote your full attention to what you are now doing. Only in this way can you achieve your aim.
- Line 3Yin
Undeserved and unexpected misfortune may come your way. It will pass. An attitude of Innocence does not preclude bad luck, as such shifts of fortune are unavoidable. However, an innocent posture should not be abandoned for it can reveal new ways of dealing with problems.
- Line 4Yang
Do not be influenced by the designs of those around you. It is very important, at this time, that you trust your inner vision. Obey your instincts.
- Line 5Yang
What may appear as an unfortunate turn of events has internal causes. External remedies will not solve the problem. What is occurring is an inner process. Let nature take its course. The solution will come of itself.
- Line 6Yang
Progress is impossible. Even innocent actions will create chaos. Do not attempt anything new, nor try to improve upon your surroundings. Do not do anything at all.
Use this hexagram in a reading
These are the same judgment and lines that appear when hexagram 25 comes up in a cast. Ask a question to see which lines change, or keep a journal of your readings.