I Ching hexagram
30. Clarity
離Lí
Fire over Fire
Also called The Clinging, The Symbol of Brightness and of Separateness, Flaming Beauty, Radiance, Fire, The Net, Allegiance, The Cosmic Mean, Synergy, Sunlight, Perception, Pertaining to Comprehension, The Light, Consciousness, Lucidity
Hexagram 30, Clarity (離 Lí) is formed by Fire over Fire. It is also known as The Clinging, The Symbol of Brightness and of Separateness, Flaming Beauty, Radiance, Fire, The Net, Allegiance, The Cosmic Mean.
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The judgment
Legge
利貞，亨。畜牝牛，吉。
The free course and success of Clarity comes from firm correctness. The nourishment of bovine docility creates good fortune.
The six lines
line 1 is at the bottom
- Line 1Yang
履錯然，敬之无咎。
As you embark on your new journey, you may be overwhelmed by many influences. Keep your objective in sight to avoid confusion, and remember your status as a novice, somewhat distanced from the situation.
- Line 2Yin
黃離，元吉。
A balanced and moderate outlook will bring you the best fortune. Avoid extremes in thought or behavior.
- Line 3Yang
日昃之離，不鼓缶而歌，則大耋之嗟，凶。
Cultivate an attitude of acceptance toward your fate at this time. Getting lost in joy is just as detrimental as lamenting time's passage. Such emotional extremes can lead to a loss of inner freedom and misfortune.
- Line 4Yang
突如其來如，焚如，死如，棄如。
Your excessive enthusiasm and energy will wear you out without yielding results.
- Line 5Yin
出涕沱若，戚嗟若，吉。
A genuine transformation is taking place, which may come with feelings of deep sadness. Yet this grief can lead to good fortune, as the change will usher in better times for everyone involved.
- Line 6Yang
王用出征，有嘉折首，獲匪其醜，无咎。
It's your responsibility to identify and eliminate the root cause of the trouble. Be moderate in your dealings with others who may have been misled. Once the main issue is addressed, harmony will be restored.
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