16. Yù 豫
ENTHUSIASM, JOY, READINESS
Key Concepts:
energetic action, admiration, expression, ordering chaos, enthusiasm
The time has come to begin great endeavors! Strengthen connections with others, moving towards a shared goal.
Above is the trigram Zhen (Thunder), below is the trigram Kun (Earth). The metaphorical image of this hexagram is the peal of spring thunder in the boundless sky, signaling it's time for active actions, move forward. The impulse given by the thunderclap stimulates the movement of energy in Nature, all processes on earth are set in motion. The first spring storm as if shakes nature and discharges long-accumulated tension. Thunder brings joy and relief after a period of stagnation and calm.
The energy of Thunder is free and unpredictable, the energy of Earth is stable and provides the necessary support, helps in the realization of those life aspirations that were activated under the influence of Thunder.
This hexagram speaks of the beginning of a large and significant event, competition, major project. Preparation has been successfully completed and it is time to achieve results. However, it is difficult to achieve success alone, so the I Ching says: 'benefit in establishing fiefs (enthroning feudal lords)'. The second idea – benefit in actions by troops – also emphasizes the need to act together, establishing and strengthening connections with other people, moving towards a shared goal.
Yu predicts success in case of active actions and moving forward, but cautions – any new volume or new situation means more responsibility not only towards oneself but also towards your like-minded people. Do not get too carried away by your role, remember that the conductor and his orchestra are a single and indivisible whole, which can only create music together and in harmony.
The energy of Thunder is free and unpredictable, the energy of Earth is stable and provides the necessary support, helps in the realization of those life aspirations that were activated under the influence of Thunder.
This hexagram speaks of the beginning of a large and significant event, competition, major project. Preparation has been successfully completed and it is time to achieve results. However, it is difficult to achieve success alone, so the I Ching says: 'benefit in establishing fiefs (enthroning feudal lords)'. The second idea – benefit in actions by troops – also emphasizes the need to act together, establishing and strengthening connections with other people, moving towards a shared goal.
Yu predicts success in case of active actions and moving forward, but cautions – any new volume or new situation means more responsibility not only towards oneself but also towards your like-minded people. Do not get too carried away by your role, remember that the conductor and his orchestra are a single and indivisible whole, which can only create music together and in harmony.
I Ching Talking
Possession of greatness is accessible. Do not doubt.
Hexagram Line Descriptions
Harmony in freedom.
Misfortune.
Opposing your whims becomes a primary task.
Stronger than stone...
Not till the end of the day.
Perseverance leads to happiness.
The objects of your ambitions are questioned, which strengthens your determination.
Enchanted by freedom - you will regret.
[Because] you delay, and there will be regret.
You refused to listen to your inner advisor and might regret it.
Emerge from freedom.
Possession of greatness is accessible.
Do not doubt.
Friends [will gather around you, like hair] covering a hairpin.
If you have earned your triumph honestly, your friends will rejoice with you.
Perseverance leads to illness. The constant does not die.
Past events continue to unduly disturb you.
Clouded freedom.
In development, there will be excess.
[But] there will be no trouble.
Attention should be paid to the tendency to indulge one's desires.