This is a recap of the 2nd group of eight hexagrams
according to the King Wen sequence:
numbers 9 through 16.
9 (Xiao Xü: Little Accumulation/Restrained) represents a
situation when weak or small elements have been collected. This accumulation of the small eventually
leads to success, but for the time being, it yields no outcome due to
restraining forces.
When many gather but action is restrained, proper conduct is
required.
10 (Lü: Conduct) provides guidance for the proper conduct and etiquette of the lowly when engaging the elevated. The underlying message is one of proper conduct whilst fulfilling one’s duty. The image of a meek person treading upon the tail of a powerful yet gentle tiger symbolizes the proximity of the weak and strong and the good humor that results from proper etiquette.
When proper conduct is cultivated, peace is possible.
11 (Tai: Peace)
indicates a time when Heaven is on Earth and
prosperity follows. Society has reached a phase in the perpetual
oscillation between light and dark when social harmony, peace, and community
are at their zenith, the good in humanity is in control, and evil aspects are
changed for the better of all. However, prosperity born of peace and
unity must inevitably transition back to stagnation born of separation and
discord.
Times of peace are inevitably followed by times of discord.
12 (P’i: Discord, Standstill, and Hindrance) reflects
a time when Heaven and Earth are at polar opposites, evil elements control the
center, and the good have stepped aside into seclusion
to bide their time and hide their worth.
But nothing can be blocked forever and through fellowship it is possible
to break away from an impasse.
From the depths of discord we seek fellowship.
13 (Tóngrén: Fellowship/Community/ Harmony) advises
that when we seek common ground and work
together while not dwelling on minor differences we are able to carry out great
undertakings and achieve great gains. Through the suspension of
self-serving motives and working together with one heart, social aims can now
be achieved. In such times, people
pledge allegiance to leaders.
Through
fellowship and community, abundance and leadership follow
14 (Dàyŏu: Great Possession / Enlightened Leadership)
suggests that when we achieve great abundance, others take
notice. To sustain the success, we must keep the ego in check, focus
on the service of others, and recognize that one’s success is often due to the
collective efforts of others. Ancient
Chinese proverb says, “One loses by pride and gains by modesty.”
An enlightened leader should remain humble and modest
15 (Ch’ien: Moderation & Humbleness) represents the fair and
equitable balancing of societal extremes that produces the just and
equitable conditions that are needed to achieve productive societal order. When one achieves balance in mind and body
through moderation, delightful enthusiasm follows.
One in great
possession who is humble inspires enthusiasm
16 (Yu: Enthusiasm)
shows us that when actions are in harmony with the energies of the times and
follow the path of least resistance, others resonate with the common vibration
and share in the collective enthusiasm which is essential to great achievements.
MODESTY AND HUMBLENESS lead to ENTHUSIASM
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