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#16

Enthusiasm

豫 — Yù
Upper trigram: Thunder (Zhèn) · Lower trigram: Earth (Kūn)

Overall meaning

Hexagram Enthusiasm symbolizes joy, exhilaration, and readiness. Upper trigram is Thunder (movement), lower is Earth (devotion) — thunder rolls over the earth, all things rejoice, rain and wind harmonize. This is the hexagram of music, joy, and the ripe moment for action.

Judgment text (Thoán từ)

Enthusiasm: it furthers one to install helpers and to set armies marching. The time for great action has come; prepare and move forward.

Line texts (6 lines)

  1. 1
    First Six: Joy displayed by oneself — misfortune. Rejoicing alone, boasting and arrogant — disaster comes.
  2. 2
    Second Six: Firm as a rock — not waiting out the day, perseverance brings good fortune. Quick to perceive change and adjust in time.
  3. 3
    Third Six: Looking up with enthusiasm — regret. Hesitation brings regret. Looking to others instead of acting oneself.
  4. 4
    Fourth Nine: From enthusiasm much is gained — do not doubt, friends gather. As the source of common joy, the capable one attracts friends and opportunities.
  5. 5
    Fifth Six: Persevering yet ill — does not die. In a high position but constrained, not entirely free yet not in fatal danger.
  6. 6
    Top Six: Deluded in enthusiasm — but when finished, change — no blame. Knowing the limits of joy, awakening in time and adjusting.

Applications by topic

Marriage
Romance is joyful and uplifting. A good time for further progress. Yet do not let joy cloud reason; be realistic and weigh carefully.
Career
The time to act has come; do not hesitate. Channel zeal and energy. Plan clearly and execute decisively.
Wealth
A good time for investment and expansion. Don't let excitement overlook risk. Weigh carefully before big decisions.
Health
Joyful spirit benefits overall health. Watch liver and nervous system. Avoid over-excitement disturbing sleep.
Lawsuit
Favorable time to proceed. Positive attitude and good preparation bring results. Don't be overconfident and underestimate the opponent.

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