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䷀乾:
乾：元亨，利貞。
彖傳:
大哉乾元，萬物資始，乃統天。雲行雨施，品物流形。大明始終，六位時成，時乘六龍以御天。乾道變化，各正性命，保合大和，乃利貞。首出庶物，萬國咸寧。
Hexagram Character: ䷀
Hexagram Number: 1
Chinese Text:
乾：元亨，利貞。
English Translation:
Qian: Origin, development, and success through the virtue of sincerity.
彖傳:
大哉乾元，萬物資始，乃統天。雲行雨施，品物流形。大明始終，六位時成，時乘六龍以御天。乾道變化，各正性命，保合大和，乃利貞。首出庶物，萬國咸寧。
Commentary on the Hexagram:
The Qian hexagram is the first hexagram of the I Ching, the Chinese Book of Changes. It is associated with the Qian trigram, which is composed of six yang lines. Qian represents the primal forces of Heaven, which are the source of all things.
元 (yuan) means "origin, beginning, source." It refers to the primal power of Heaven, which is the source of all things.
亨 (heng) means "development, progress, prosperity." It refers to the process of growth and evolution that is inherent in the universe.
貞 (zhen) means "integrity, uprightness, firmness." It refers to the quality of being true to oneself and to one's principles.
**In practical terms, 乾卦 can be interpreted as a sign of new beginnings and opportunities. It suggests that it is a time to be bold, decisive, and to take action. It is also a time to be true to oneself and to one's principles.
Specifically, 乾卦 suggests that:
It is a time of new beginnings and opportunities.
It is a time to be bold and decisive.
It is a time to be true to oneself and to one's principles.
The 乾卦 also suggests that:
It is a time to be prepared for challenges and obstacles.
It is a time to be humble and to be willing to learn from others.
The 彖傳 commentary on the 乾卦 provides a more detailed interpretation of the hexagram. It begins by describing the greatness of Qian, which is the source of all things. It then goes on to describe the attributes of Qian, which are origin, development, and success through the virtue of sincerity. The commentary concludes by stating that Qian is the first hexagram of the I Ching because it represents the beginning of all things.
䷁坤:
坤：元亨，利牝馬之貞。君子有攸往，先迷後得主，利西南得朋，東北喪朋。安貞，吉。
彖傳:
至哉坤元，萬物資生，乃順承天。坤厚載物，德合无疆。含弘光大，品物咸亨。牝馬地類，行地无疆，柔順利貞。君子攸行，先迷失道，後順得常。西南得朋，乃與類行；東北喪朋，乃終有慶。安貞之吉，應地无疆。
Hexagram Character: ䷁
Hexagram Number: 2
Chinese Text:
坤：元亨，利牝馬之貞。君子有攸往，先迷後得主，利西南得朋，東北喪朋。安貞，吉。
English Translation:
Kun: Origin, development, and success through the virtue of sincerity of the gentle mare.
The gentleman who has a journey, first becomes lost and then finds the master, it is advantageous to gain friends in the southwest and lose friends in the northeast.
Peace and stability are auspicious.
彖傳:
至哉坤元，萬物資生，乃順承天。坤厚載物，德合無疆。含弘光大，品物咸亨。牝馬地類，行地無疆，柔順利貞。君子攸行，先迷失道，後順得常。西南得朋，乃與類行；東北喪朋，乃終有慶。安貞之吉，應地無疆。
Commentary on the Hexagram:
The Kun hexagram is the second hexagram of the I Ching, the Chinese Book of Changes. It is associated with the Kun trigram, which is composed of six yin lines. Kun represents the receptive forces of Earth, which are the foundation of all things.
元 (yuan) means "origin, beginning, source." It refers to the primal power of Earth, which is the source of all things.
亨 (heng) means "development, progress, prosperity." It refers to the process of growth and evolution that is inherent in the universe.
貞 (zhen) means "integrity, uprightness, firmness." It refers to the quality of being true to oneself and to one's principles.
牝馬 (bīnmǎ) is a type of mare that is gentle and docile.
君子 (jūnzǐ) is a term that refers to a man of virtue and integrity.
攸往 (yōu wǎng) means "to have a journey."
迷 (mí) means "to be lost."
得主 (dé zhǔ) means "to find the master."
朋 (péng) means "friend."
喪 (sàng) means "to lose."
安貞 (ānzhēn) means "peace and stability."
吉 (jí) means "auspicious."
**In practical terms, 坤卦 can be interpreted as a sign of receptivity, humility, and perseverance. It suggests that it is a time to be open to new ideas and experiences, and to be willing to learn from others. It is also a time to be patient and to persevere in the face of challenges.
Specifically, 坤卦 suggests that:
It is a time to be receptive to new ideas and experiences.
It is a time to be humble and to be willing to learn from others.
It is a time to be patient and to persevere in the face of challenges.
**The 彖傳 commentary on the 坤卦 provides a more detailed interpretation of the hexagram. It begins by describing the greatness of Kun, which is the foundation of all things. It then goes on to describe the attributes of Kun, which are origin, development, and success through the virtue of sincerity of the gentle mare. The commentary concludes by stating that Kun is the second hexagram of the I Ching because it represents the receptivity of Earth.
䷂屯:
屯：元亨，利貞，勿用有攸往，利建侯。
彖傳:
屯，剛柔始交而難生，動乎險中，大亨貞。雷雨之動滿盈，天造草昧，宜建侯而不寧。
Hexagram Character: ䷂
Hexagram Number: 3
Chinese Text:
屯：元亨，利貞，勿用有攸往，利建侯。
English Translation:
Tun: Origin, development, and success through the virtue of sincerity,
It is not advantageous to have a journey,
It is advantageous to establish a lord.
彖傳:
屯，剛柔始交而難生，動乎險中，大亨貞。雷雨之動滿盈，天造草昧，宜建侯而不寧。
Commentary on the Hexagram:
Tun, the beginning of the interaction of yin and yang, is difficult to produce. It is in the midst of danger, but it is advantageous to be sincere. The movement of thunder and rain is full and overflowing. Heaven creates the beginning of things, and it is advantageous to establish a lord, but it is not peaceful.
Additional Notes:
屯卦 is the third hexagram of the 易經 (I Ching), the Chinese Book of Changes. It is associated with the 震 (thunder) trigram, which is composed of one 陽 (yang) line above two 陰 (yin) lines. 屯卦 represents the beginning of something new, but also the challenges and obstacles that must be overcome in order for it to succeed.
元 (yuan) means "origin, beginning, source." It refers to the primal power of Heaven, which is the source of all things.
亨 (heng) means "development, progress, prosperity." It refers to the process of growth and evolution that is inherent in the universe.
貞 (zhen) means "integrity, uprightness, firmness." It refers to the quality of being true to oneself and to one's principles.
**In practical terms, 屯卦 can be interpreted as a sign of new beginnings, but also as a warning to be prepared for challenges and obstacles. If you are facing a new challenge, it is important to stay true to your principles and to be prepared to work hard.
Specifically, the 屯卦 suggests that:
It is a time of new beginnings and opportunities.
It is important to be prepared for challenges and obstacles.
It is important to be patient and to persevere.
The 屯卦 also suggests that:
It is a time to be decisive and to take action.
It is a time to be humble and to be willing to learn from others.
彖傳 commentary on the 屯卦 provides a more detailed interpretation of the hexagram. It begins by describing the difficulty of the beginning of something new, which is represented by the interaction of yin and yang. It then goes on to describe the importance of being sincere and steadfast in the face of challenges, which is represented by the movement of thunder and rain. The commentary concludes by stating that it is advantageous to establish a lord, but that this will not be without challenges.
䷃蒙:
蒙：亨。匪我求童蒙，童蒙求我。初筮告，再三瀆，瀆則不告。利貞。
彖傳:
蒙，山下有險，險而止，蒙。蒙亨，以亨行時中也。匪我求童蒙，童蒙求我，志應也。初噬告，以剛中也。再三瀆，瀆則不告，瀆蒙也。蒙以養正，聖功也。
Hexagram Character: ䷃
Hexagram Number: 4
Chinese Text:
蒙：亨。匪我求童蒙，童蒙求我。初筮告，再三瀆，瀆則不告。利貞。
English Translation:
Meng: Auspicious. It is not I who seek the child of Meng, the child of Meng seeks me. At first, it is advantageous to inquire, but if one inquires repeatedly without sincerity, then it is not advantageous to inquire. It is advantageous to be sincere.
彖傳:
蒙，山下有險，險而止，蒙。蒙亨，以亨行時中也。匪我求童蒙，童蒙求我，志應也。初噬告，以剛中也。再三瀆，瀆則不告，瀆蒙也。蒙以養正，聖功也。
Commentary on the Hexagram:
Meng, the mountain below has danger, danger and stop, Meng. Meng is auspicious, because it is auspicious to follow the middle of the time. It is not I who seek the child of Meng, the child of Meng seeks me, the will is the same. At first, it is advantageous to inquire, because it is firm in the middle. If one inquires repeatedly without sincerity, then it is not advantageous to inquire, it is to abuse Meng. Meng is to nourish the right, it is the great achievement of the sage.
Additional Notes:
蒙卦 is the fourth hexagram of the 易經 (I Ching), the Chinese Book of Changes. It is associated with the 艮 (mountain) trigram, which is composed of three 陽 (yang) lines at the bottom and one 陰 (yin) line at the top. 蒙卦 represents the state of being in the dark, but with the potential for enlightenment.
亨 (heng) means "auspicious," "development," "progress," or "prosperity." It refers to the potential for growth and success that is inherent in the state of Meng.
匪我求童蒙，童蒙求我 (fěi wǒ qiú tóngméng, tóngméng qiú wǒ) means "It is not I who seek the child of Meng, the child of Meng seeks me." This line suggests that the potential for enlightenment is not something that can be forced or controlled. It is something that comes to us when we are ready for it.
初筮告，再三瀆，瀆則不告 (chū shì gào, zài sān dú, dú zé bù gào) means "At first, it is advantageous to inquire, but if one inquires repeatedly without sincerity, then it is not advantageous to inquire." This line suggests that it is important to be sincere and open-minded when seeking enlightenment. If we are not sincere, we will not be able to receive the guidance that we need.
蒙以養正，聖功也 (méng yǐ yǎng zhèng, shèng gōng yě) means "Meng is to nourish the right, it is the great achievement of the sage." This line suggests that the state of Meng is a time of great potential for growth and development. If we are able to use this time wisely, we can achieve great things.
**In practical terms, 蒙卦 can be interpreted as a sign of new beginnings and opportunities. It is a time to be open to new ideas and experiences, and to be willing to learn from others. It is also a time to be patient and to persevere in the face of challenges.
Specifically, 蒙卦 suggests that:
It is a time of new beginnings and opportunities.
It is important to be open to new ideas and experiences.
It is important to be patient and to persevere in the face of challenges.
**The 彖傳 commentary on the 蒙卦 provides a more detailed interpretation of the hexagram. It begins by describing the state of being in the dark, which is represented by the mountain below. It then goes on to describe the potential for enlightenment that is inherent in this state, which is represented by the yang line at the top. The commentary concludes by stating that the state of Meng is a time of great potential for growth and development, and that it is up to us to use this time wisely.
䷄需:
需：有孚，光亨，貞吉。利涉大川。
彖傳:
需，須也；險在前也。剛健而不陷，其義不困窮矣。需有孚，光亨，貞吉。位乎天位，以正中也。利涉大川，往有功也。
Hexagram Character: ䷄
Hexagram Number: 5
Chinese Text:
需：有孚，光亨，貞吉。利涉大川。
English Translation:
Xu: With trustworthiness, brightness and success through sincerity, auspicious. It is advantageous to cross a great river.
彖傳:
需，須也；險在前也。剛健而不陷，其義不困窮矣。需有孚，光亨，貞吉。位乎天位，以正中也。利涉大川，往有功也。
Commentary on the Hexagram:
Xu, to wait, danger is ahead.
The lines are firm and do not fall into danger, so the meaning is not in poverty.
Xu has trustworthiness, brightness and success through sincerity, auspicious.
It is in the position of Heaven, which is in the middle.
It is advantageous to cross a great river, to go has merit.
Additional Notes:
需卦 is the third hexagram of the 易經 (I Ching), the Chinese Book of Changes. It is associated with the 震 (thunder) trigram, which is composed of one 陽 (yang) line above two 陰 (yin) lines. 需卦 represents the beginning of something new, but also the challenges and obstacles that must be overcome in order for it to succeed.
有孚 (yǒu fú) means "with trustworthiness." It refers to the importance of being trustworthy and reliable in the face of challenges.
光亨 (guāng hénɡ) means "brightness and success." It refers to the potential for growth and success that is inherent in the state of Xu.
貞吉 (zhēn jí) means "auspicious through sincerity." It refers to the importance of being sincere and steadfast in the face of challenges.
利涉大川 (lì shè dà chuān) means "it is advantageous to cross a great river." It refers to the potential for success in overcoming challenges.
彖傳 commentary on the 需卦 provides a more detailed interpretation of the hexagram. It begins by describing the challenges and obstacles that are inherent in the beginning of something new. It then goes on to describe the importance of being trustworthy, reliable, and sincere in the face of these challenges. The commentary concludes by stating that it is possible to overcome challenges and achieve success if one is prepared and determined.
**In practical terms, 需卦 can be interpreted as a sign of new beginnings, but also as a warning to be prepared for challenges and obstacles. If you are facing a new challenge, it is important to be trustworthy, reliable, and sincere. It is also important to be prepared to work hard and to persevere.
䷅訟:
訟：有孚，窒。惕中吉。終凶。利見大人，不利涉大川。
彖傳:
訟，上剛下險，險而健訟。訟有孚窒，惕中吉，剛來而得中也。終凶；訟不可成也。利見大人；尚中正也。不利涉大川；入于淵也。
Hexagram Character: ䷅
Hexagram Number: 6
Chinese Text:
訟：有孚，窒。惕中吉。終凶。利見大人，不利涉大川。
English Translation:
Song: With trustworthiness, obstructed. Alert in the middle is auspicious. In the end, it is inauspicious. It is advantageous to see a great man, not advantageous to cross a great river.
彖傳:
訟，上剛下險，險而健訟。訟有孚窒，惕中吉，剛來而得中也。終凶；訟不可成也。利見大人；尚中正也。不利涉大川；入于淵也。
Commentary on the Hexagram:
Song, above is firm and below is dangerous, dangerous and healthy litigation. Litigation with trustworthiness is obstructed, alert in the middle is auspicious, the firm comes and gets the middle. In the end, it is inauspicious; litigation cannot be completed. It is advantageous to see a great man; it is still the middle. It is not advantageous to cross a great river; it enters the abyss.
Additional Notes:
訟卦 is the sixth hexagram of the 易經 (I Ching), the Chinese Book of Changes. It is associated with the 坎 (water) trigram, which is composed of three 陰 (yin) lines at the top and two 陽 (yang) lines at the bottom. 訟卦 represents the state of litigation, which is a time of conflict and dispute.
有孚 (yǒu fú) means "with trustworthiness." It refers to the importance of being trustworthy and reliable in the face of conflict.
窒 (zhǐ) means "obstructed." It refers to the difficulty of resolving conflict.
惕中吉 (tǐ zhōng jí) means "alert in the middle is auspicious." It refers to the importance of being alert and cautious in the face of conflict.
終凶 (zhōng xiōng) means "in the end, it is inauspicious." It refers to the fact that litigation is often a destructive process that can lead to negative consequences.
利見大人 (lì jiàn dà rén) means "it is advantageous to see a great man." It refers to the importance of seeking the advice of someone wise and experienced in the face of conflict.
不利涉大川 (bù lì shè dà chuān) means "it is not advantageous to cross a great river." It refers to the fact that litigation can be a risky and dangerous undertaking.
彖傳 commentary on the 訟卦 provides a more detailed interpretation of the hexagram. It begins by describing the challenges and obstacles that are inherent in the state of litigation. It then goes on to describe the importance of being trustworthy, reliable, and cautious in the face of these challenges. The commentary concludes by stating that litigation is often a destructive process that can lead to negative consequences.
**In practical terms, 訟卦 can be interpreted as a sign of conflict and dispute. If you are facing a conflict, it is important to be aware of the potential risks and to seek the advice of someone wise and experienced. It is also important to be willing to compromise and to seek a peaceful resolution.
䷆師:
師：貞，丈人，吉无咎。
彖傳:
師，眾也，貞正也，能以眾正，可以王矣。剛中而應，行險而順，以此毒天下，而民從之，吉又何咎矣。
Hexagram Character: ䷆
Hexagram Number: 7
Chinese Text:
師：貞，丈人，吉无咎。
English Translation:
Shi: Auspicious, the elder, without blame.
彖傳:
師，眾也，貞正也，能以眾正，可以王矣。剛中而應，行險而順，以此毒天下，而民從之，吉又何咎矣。
Commentary on the Hexagram:
Shi, the crowd, the right, can be the king with the right crowd. Firm in the middle and responding, walking on the dangerous and smooth, with this to poison the world, and the people will follow it, auspicious, how can there be blame?
Additional Notes:
師卦 is the seventh hexagram of the 易經 (I Ching), the Chinese Book of Changes. It is associated with the 坎 (water) trigram, which is composed of three 陰 (yin) lines at the top and two 陽 (yang) lines at the bottom. 師卦 represents the state of war, which is a time of great danger and uncertainty.
貞 (zhēn) means "auspicious," "development," "progress," or "prosperity." It refers to the potential for growth and success that is inherent in the state of Shi.
丈人 (zhàng rén) is a term that refers to an elder man, usually one who is wise and experienced.
無咎 (wú jiù) means "without blame." It refers to the fact that the state of Shi is a time of great potential for success, if it is handled correctly.
彖傳 commentary on the 師卦 provides a more detailed interpretation of the hexagram. It begins by describing the challenges and obstacles that are inherent in the state of war. It then goes on to describe the importance of being firm in the middle and responding to the situation, as well as the importance of being able to walk on the dangerous and smooth. The commentary concludes by stating that the state of Shi is a time of great potential for success, if it is handled correctly.
**In practical terms, 師卦 can be interpreted as a sign of danger and uncertainty. If you are facing a situation that is dangerous or uncertain, it is important to be firm in your convictions and to be able to respond to the situation quickly and effectively. It is also important to be aware of the potential risks and to be prepared for the worst.
䷇比:
比：吉。原筮元永貞，无咎。不寧方來，後夫凶。
彖傳:
比，吉也，比，輔也，下順從也。原筮元永貞，无咎，以剛中也。不寧方來，上下應也。後夫凶，其道窮也。
Hexagram Character: ䷇
Hexagram Number: 8
Chinese Text:
比：吉。原筮元永貞，无咎。不寧方來，後夫凶。
English Translation:
Bi: Auspicious. The original divination is the original and eternal sincerity, without blame. The unsettled party comes, and the husband is later evil.
彖傳:
比，吉也，比，輔也，下順從也。原筮元永貞，无咎，以剛中也。不寧方來，上下應也。
後夫凶，其道窮也。
Commentary on the Hexagram:
Bi, auspicious, bi, auxiliary, the lower follows. The original divination is the original and eternal sincerity, without blame, because it is firm in the middle. The unsettled party comes, the upper and lower respond. The husband is later evil, his way is exhausted.
Additional Notes:
比卦 is the ninth hexagram of the 易經 (I Ching), the Chinese Book of Changes. It is associated with the 巽 (wind) trigram, which is composed of three 陰 (yin) lines at the top and two 陽 (yang) lines at the bottom. 比卦 represents the state of harmony and cooperation, which is a time of peace and prosperity.
吉 (jí) means "auspicious," "development," "progress," or "prosperity." It refers to the potential for growth and success that is inherent in the state of Bi.
原筮元永貞，無咎 (yuán shī yuán yǒng zhēn, wú jiù) means "the original divination is the original and eternal sincerity, without blame." It refers to the importance of being firm in the middle and sincere in one's interactions with others.
不寧方來，上下應也 (bù níng fāng lái, shàng xià yìng yě) means "the unsettled party comes, the upper and lower respond." It refers to the importance of being able to adapt to change and to be responsive to the needs of others.
後夫凶，其道窮也 (hòu fū xiōng, qí dào qióng yě) means "the husband is later evil, his way is exhausted." It refers to the fact that the state of Bi can be unstable if it is not handled correctly.
彖傳 commentary on the 比卦 provides a more detailed interpretation of the hexagram. It begins by describing the importance of harmony and cooperation. It then goes on to describe the importance of being firm in the middle and sincere in one's interactions with others. The commentary concludes by stating that the state of Bi can be unstable if it is not handled correctly.
**In practical terms, 比卦 can be interpreted as a sign of harmony and cooperation. If you are in a situation where harmony and cooperation are important, it is important to be firm in your convictions and to be sincere in your interactions with others. It is also important to be willing to adapt to change and to be responsive to the needs of others.
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