45. Cuì 萃
GATHERING, COMMUNITY, ASSEMBLY, REUNION
Key Concepts:
gathering, divided intention, unity of the group, concord, organization, accumulation, cohesiveness in the collective
A gathering of a large group of people to solve a common task. It should be controlled by a sensible leader, developing firmness of character.
Above is the trigram Dui (Lake), below is the trigram Kun (Earth). The metaphorical image of this hexagram is a gathering achieved in two ways. Firstly, water from rain and streams forms a lake. Secondly, when water threatens to rise too high, society gathers to prevent flooding. Tsui signifies the unification of a large group of people to solve a common task.
Although the collective power of united communities can produce positive changes, there is always a danger of conflict, theft, and exploitation in any crowd. Tsui reminds us to be prepared for unexpected situations and strive to maintain order.
Therefore, when a crowd gathers, it must be controlled by a sensible leader. To effectively act in this role, we must develop firmness of character.
By winning the support and trust of the community, we test our mental and emotional abilities, as well as physical endurance, but when great goals are achieved through goodwill and mutual support of the community, such efforts are generously rewarded.
Although the collective power of united communities can produce positive changes, there is always a danger of conflict, theft, and exploitation in any crowd. Tsui reminds us to be prepared for unexpected situations and strive to maintain order.
Therefore, when a crowd gathers, it must be controlled by a sensible leader. To effectively act in this role, we must develop firmness of character.
By winning the support and trust of the community, we test our mental and emotional abilities, as well as physical endurance, but when great goals are achieved through goodwill and mutual support of the community, such efforts are generously rewarded.
I Ching Talking
Reunion for the one who occupies the throne. There will be no slander. If there is still no trust, be steadfast from the beginning and forever, then regret will disappear
Hexagram Line Descriptions
If you are truthful but not to the end, there may be confusion,
and reunion.
Then you will shout, but all at once will gather, and there will be laughter. Do not fear.
If you set out, there will be no slander.
Progress will be made if you join others for a common goal
Let yourself be drawn, and there will be happiness.
There will be no slander.
If you are truthful, it is favorable to even bring a small sacrifice.
When choosing companions, follow your intuition and common sense
Reunion and sighs. Nothing favorable.
If you set out, there will be no slander, only slight regret.
It seems some group is inaccessible to you, but someone will help you enter it if you let them
Great happiness. There will be no slander.
When you work for the common good, envy will not disturb you
Reunion for the one who occupies the throne.
There will be no slander.
If there is still no trust,
be steadfast from the beginning and forever, then regret will disappear.
Beware of those who feign friendship for profit
Complaints, moans, and tears - to the point of a runny nose.
There will be no slander.
It seems the offer of friendship is rejected, but later it will still be accepted