25. Innocence (The Unexpected)
Judgment of Hexagram 25 – Innocence – Wu Wang
This implies that every human being was created with an innately good and selfless nature, which instinctively guides him/her to do the right thing and follow the right path in life.
This is also the key factor, which prevents a person from personal misfortune and any other obstacles in his/her path to success.
Image of Hexagram 25 – Innocence – Wu Wang
The image displayed here is that of thunder flashing under the clouds in the sky. This signifies that when it starts to rain, everything returns to the original state of their firstborn innocence. Therefore, you should utilize this gift and intuitivism to proceed further in life.
26. The Taming Power of the Great
Judgment of Hexagram 26 – Great Accumulating – Ta Ch’u
This means that as an individual, you have been naturally infused with great creative powers; however, the important thing is to know how to harness these powers for your welfare. This can only be achieved if you are strong, level-headed, and possess a strong and stable personality.
Image of Hexagram 26 – Great Accumulating – Ta Ch’u
The image here is of the heaven within the core of the mountain. This means that your past teaches you certain great ideas, which will help you to be successful. However, only a thorough application of this knowledge will help you in this quest. The past should thus be freed from a mere historical study, and applied instead in real life.
27. Corners of the Mouth (Providing Nourishment)
Judgment of Hexagram 27 – Nourishment – I
We should be very careful about the kind of people we nurture under us, and confidence should only be bestowed on the right kind of people. Nourishment and care lead to a fine human being, but one should be careful which part of the body is being given due attention. Accordingly, one is a superior or an inferior being.
Image of Hexagram 27 – Nourishment – I
The image displayed here is that of thunder flashing under the foot of the mountain. This means that a new arising has taken place, which brings with it peace and tranquility. Stability is displayed here by the image of the mountain. And thunder brings with it rain, which nourishes the parched earth.
28. Preponderance of the Great
Judgment of Hexagram 28 – Preponderance of the Great – Ta Kuo
When greatness and success arrive too fast and too soon, their combined weight often becomes too much to bear for the common man. At this time, it needs to be ensured that the transition takes place as quickly and as smoothly as possible. This again demands a dominant and efficient personality who properly affects this change.
Image of Hexagram 28 – Preponderance of the Great – Ta Kuo
The wind blowing over the lake symbolizes this oracle. In such situations, the wind may be so strong that the lake’s water will rise above the danger level. However, one should remember that this is just a temporary phase, and proper stability will automatically be restored in the long run.
29. The Abysmal (Water)
Judgment of Hexagram 29 – The Abysmal – K’an
The symbolization used in this case is of water, which is all-pervading and even fills up dangerous places on Earth. Similarly, you should realize that your best faculties only come to the forefront when you face danger. You can also use this as an internal protective measure, to secure yourself against mental tension when confronted with a crisis.
Image of Hexagram 29 – The Abysmal – K’an
The image is that of ever-flowing water, which reaches its ultimate goal just by its flow and persistence. Similarly, only practice makes things perfect, and your consistency will ultimately win the day.
30. The Clinging Fire
Judgment of Hexagram 30 – Radiance – Li
This oracle makes you aware of the fact that we as human beings on this planet are subjected to the rules of nature, and just cannot do anything according to our own free will. Therefore, if you have this required clarity of vision, and harmoniously work with the forces of nature, you will achieve the desired success.
Image of Hexagram 30 – Radiance – Li
The Sun and the Fire come together to form the dominant image here. The two of them represent the actual power of nature and its benefit to mankind. In the same way, you should acknowledge the influence of the Cosmos and benefit from it to achieve success.
See Also:
- 64 I Ching Hexagrams
- Hexagram 1
- Hexagram 2
- IChing Hexagram 3
- Hexagram 4
- Hexagram 5
- I Ching Hexagram 6
- Hexagram 7
- Hexagram 8
- I-Ching Hexagram 9
- Hexagram 10
- Hexagram 11
- Yijing Hexagram 12
- Hexagram 13
- Hexagram 14
- Yi Jing Hexagram 15
- Hexagram 16
- Hexagram 17
- I Ching Hexagram 18
- Hexagram 19
- Hexagram 20
- Hexagram 21
- IChing Hexagram 22
- Hexagram 23
- Hexagram 24
- I-Ching Hexagram 25
- Hexagram 26
- Hexagram 27
- Yijing Hexagram 28
- Hexagram 29
- Hexagram 30
- Yi Jing Hexagram 31
- Hexagram 32
- Hexagram 33
- I Ching Hexagram 34
- Hexagram 35
- Hexagram 36
- IChing Hexagram 37
- Hexagram 38
- Hexagram 39
- I-Ching Hexagram 40
- Hexagram 41
- Hexagram 42
- Yi Jing Hexagram 43
- Hexagram 44
- Hexagram 45
- Yijing Hexagram 46
- Chinese Hexagram 47
- Hexagram 48
- Hexagram 49
- Yi-Jing Hexagram 50
- Hexagram 51
- Hexagram 52
- I Ching Hexagram 53
- Hexagram 54
- Hexagram 55
- IChing Hexagram 56
- Hexagram 57
- Hexagram 58
- I-Ching Hexagram 59
- Hexagram 60
- Hexagram 61
- Yi Jing Hexagram 62
- Hexagram 63
- Hexagram 64
- I Ching and the 64 Hexagrams – Judgment and Image
- I Ching – Book Of Fortune