I Ching hexagram
38. Disunion
睽Kuí
Fire over Lake
Also called Opposition, The Symbol of Strangeness and Disunion, The Estranged, Opposites, Polarizing, Alienation, Distant From, Perversion, Disharmony, Separated, Contradiction, Estrangement, Incongruity
Hexagram 38, Disunion (睽 Kuí) is formed by Fire over Lake. It is also known as Opposition, The Symbol of Strangeness and Disunion, The Estranged, Opposites, Polarizing, Alienation, Distant From, Perversion.
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The judgment
Legge
小事吉。
Despite Mutual Alienation there will be success in small matters.
The six lines
line 1 is at the bottom
- Line 1Yang
悔亡，喪馬勿逐，自復；見惡人无咎。
There is a disconnect between elements that should naturally coexist. Avoid trying to force a reunion. Allow things to return to harmony on their own; there's no need for concern. Everything will resolve itself. If something undesired is imposed on you, a little distance can be very effective.
- Line 2Yang
遇主于巷，无咎。
An unexpected encounter with a key idea or person will bring you benefits. There’s a natural connection here, even though a straightforward approach might have seemed impossible.
- Line 3Yin
見輿曳，其牛掣，其人天且劓，无初有終。
Challenges will accumulate, and you'll face opposition at every turn. Although this is a difficult start, it holds the potential for a positive conclusion. Stick to your values or align with a strong ally, and things will work out well.
- Line 4Yang
睽孤，遇元夫，交孚，厲无咎。
Amidst opposition and feelings of isolation, you will find someone with whom you share a deeper connection. Together, you can build trust and overcome challenges, leading to significant achievements.
- Line 5Yin
悔亡，厥宗噬膚，往何咎。
Due to a general atmosphere of conflict, you might overlook someone who can genuinely assist you. This person may reveal themselves despite the mistrust clouding your judgment. Collaborating on current projects will bring good fortune.
- Line 6Yang
睽孤，見豕負塗，載鬼一車，先張之弧，後說之弧，匪寇婚媾，往遇雨則吉。
Misunderstandings and lack of trust have clouded your judgment. You might view your true friends as foes and become defensive. However, you will recognize your errors, and the resulting tensions will ease. Just when contradictions peak, they will start to diminish, bringing favorable outcomes.
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