The wisdom of I Ching

Chapter 40 No.30 Liugua Mingyi

The period of bright wounded and hidden
wisdom
Kun up and down
Ming Yi, Li Jianzhen.

Mingyi hexagrams and Jin hexagrams are "comprehensive hexagrams" of each other. Moving forward requires taking risks, and injuries are inevitable. Injuries prompt self-reflection, which is conducive to progress and are mutually beneficial. "Xu Gua Zhuan" said: "There must be injuries when entering, so accept it to understand the barbarians, and the barbarians will also be injured."

"Yi" is the same as bruise, which means injury and injury.In this hexagram, the upper hexagram "Kun" is the earth, and the lower hexagram "Li" is the sun. The sun sinks into the ground, which symbolizes the damage of the light; therefore, it is named "Mingyi".

The main line "Six Five" of this hexagram is in the middle of the upper hexagram, but the yin line is weak and surrounded by the upper and lower yin lines, which symbolizes that the sage is traumatized by Mingde, and his position is very difficult; only the awareness position It will be beneficial to face the difficulties, endure hardships, stick to the right way, and keep a low profile to protect yourself.

"Yuan" said: "Ming enters the earth, Ming Yi."Civilized on the inside but docile on the outside, in order to face great difficulties, King Wen took it as his. "Li Difficult Zhen" means obscuring its clarity, but internal difficulties can correct one's aspirations, and Jizi uses it.

In this hexagram, the upper hexagram "Kun" is the earth, and the lower hexagram "Li" is the sun. The sun enters the earth, which is the image of light being traumatized.In terms of the character of the hexagrams, the inner hexagram "Li" is civilized, and the outer hexagram "Kun" is submissive. With this kind of character that is wise in heart and soft in appearance, it can withstand great difficulties.When King Wen of Zhou suffered the catastrophe of being imprisoned in Xianli by the tyrant King Zhou, he hid his inner wisdom, appeared docile, and was able to escape safely in the end, sticking to the right way and winning in difficulties; , To be able to uphold an aboveboard will.Jizi is like this. When his nephew, King Zhou, was tyrannical and innocent, and knew that there was no cure, he pretended to be crazy to avoid disaster.King Wen and Jizi refer to the "six five", and King Zhou refers to the "upper six".

"Xiang" said: "Ming enters the earth, Ming Yi: A gentleman uses obscurity to become clear."In this hexagram, the upper hexagram "Kun" is the earth, and the lower hexagram "Li" is Ming. The light enters the earth, so the light is traumatized.The sun shines on all things, but if the light is too strong, all things will escape. When the big and small things are not covered, they will be hurt instead, which is contrary to the virtue of tolerance.A gentleman should understand this meaning. When facing the masses, he must hide his wisdom and approach with an easy-going attitude, so that he will be accepted and truly understand the needs of the masses. This is the principle of using darkness to see clearly.

"Lao Tzu" said: "Its government inspects it, and its people are deficient."The same is true of political measures. If they are meticulous and detailed, they appear to be rigorous on the surface;The crown worn by ancient emperors has a beaded curtain in front to cover the sight, and cotton balls on both sides to plug the ears, which is to guard the emperor and not be too sharp.

Ninth day: Ming Yi is flying, hanging down its wings.When a gentleman walks, he does not eat for three days, and when he has something to say, his master has something to say.

"Xiang" says: "A gentleman is good at walking", which means "not eating".

This hexagram means that Mingde is traumatized, evil destroys justice, and the "ninth day" is like a bird injured in flight, with its wings drooping.But at the beginning of this hexagram, "Ninth Day of the First Day" flies high, has a long distance, is not seriously injured, and can fly away from danger. Therefore, a gentleman abandons everything and flees. In other places, they will also be ridiculed as ignorant of current affairs and hear gossip.

"Xiang Zhuan" said: When a gentleman goes out, because the other party is not proper, he does not accept his food.

One said: This means that Boyi did not eat the grain of the Zhou Dynasty.A gentleman insists on his own ideals, cannot be accepted by the society, and has no home to return to. Even if he becomes an official, the monarch will say that your ideals are not in line with reality, and you will be criticized. In order to uphold justice, the only way is not to accept the monarch's salary.

Also in "Zuo Zhuan" records of the fifth year of Duke Zhao, when Uncle Sunbao of the State of Lu was born, Bu Mengqiu divination for him, got this hexagram, and finally when Uncle Sunbao fell ill, the evil people did not give him food for three days ,starving.

This line shows that in the period of suffering when justice is destroyed, the only way to protect yourself is to hide your strength and bide your time.

Sixty-two: Ming Yi, Yi Yu Zuo Gu, use to save horse strong, auspicious.

"Xiang" said: "June [-]" is "auspicious", and it follows that it is followed.The injury was on the left thigh, but fortunately the left leg can still move. If you get a strong horse, you can still be rescued and escape the dangerous place quickly. The result is auspicious. "June [-]" was a step further than "June [-]", and the injuries were heavier. "June [-]"

You can also learn that "June [-]" has become difficult to act.However, quick arrest and rescue will still be auspicious.

"Xiang Zhuan" said: "Six-two" is auspicious because the yin position of the yin line is in the middle position, it is soft and upright, and it can follow the law.

In other words, this refers to King Wen of Zhou saving the survivors of King Zhou of Yin.This line shows that the evil's destruction is approaching, and one should quickly flee for refuge.

Ninth Three: Ming Yi Yu Nanshou, got his head, don't be jealous.

"Xiang" said: The ambition of hunting in the south is a great achievement. "Nine Three" is just the position, the most rigid, and the highest line of the next hexagram "Ming", and the most sensible.But shrouded in complete darkness under the upper hexagram, the corresponding "upper six" was also dim, and at first he had to hide his wisdom and endure in every possible way.But it can't be like this for a long time, you can go to the south to conquer.In ancient times, it was believed that the south was up and the back was down, and the south was the direction of light.That is to say, attacking upwards and creating light can capture the culprit, which refers to "upper six".However, this is an extraordinary act of revolution, and it must be cautious and not act too hastily. This means that King Wen of Zhou was imprisoned in Xianli by the tyrant, escaped from danger with forbearance, and finally launched a revolution.

"Xiang Zhuan" said: Only by hunting in the south can you show your ambitions.This line shows that when suffering from severe trauma, extraordinary actions should be taken to arrest and rescue, but caution should be exercised.

June [-]th: Enter the left abdomen, gain the heart of enlightenment, and go out to the court.

"Xiang" says: "Enter into the left abdomen", and get the mind.The meaning of this line is not easy to understand.The right is respected and the left is humble, which means that only by entering the base of the confidant can one know the mind of the thug who hurt the light. This way of approaching the tyrant will not be dangerous, but staying at home will cause disaster; therefore, to enter the tiger's den, go to Going to avoid disaster in the court means hiding in the city.

In other words, this refers to Wei Zi, the elder brother of King Zhou of Yin. He saw King Zhou’s cruelty and injury, and refused to listen to repeated admonitions. Descendants of the Yin Dynasty.

This line illustrates the truth that the most dangerous places are also the safest.Sixth Five-Year: Jizi's Mingyi, Lizhen.

"Xiang" says: "Zhen" of "Jizi" and "Ming" cannot rest.

"Historical Records Song Family" records that King Zhou was tyrannical, and Jizi refused to listen to his advice. For the people, I can't bear to do this." So, he disheveled his hair, pretended to be crazy, became a slave, and intentionally hurt himself to avoid disaster, so he said "Jizi Zhiming", which means that he hurt his own morality in order to maintain integrity.

In this hexagram, all the Yin lines of the upper hexagram "Kun", the "sixth five" is at the very center, which is the darkest moment; moreover, it is the closest to the dim "upper six".But the "Sixth Five-Year Plan" can not lose its steadfastness, just like Jizi, in the most violent and dark moment, he can still distinguish right from wrong and uphold justice.

"Xiang Zhuan" said: Jizi's adherence to justice shows that the light cannot be extinguished.This line shows that the darker the moment, the more we should uphold justice and distinguish right from wrong.

Upper Six: Unclear and obscure, ascended to the sky for the first time, descendants descend to the earth.

"Xiang" said: "First boarded in the sky", according to the four kingdoms. "Enter the ground later", if you lose it, you will lose it.

"Shang Liu" is the last line of the upper hexagram of pure yin, that is, the darkness has reached its extreme.In this position, it is like ascending to heaven at first, but falling into hell in the end, which is the result of the inevitable darkness due to the lack of light.

"Xiang Zhuan" said: At the beginning, it ascended to a high position like the sky, shining radiantly, shining on all countries; finally fell to the ground, because it violated the principle of justice, and finally perished.

A Comprehensive Overview of Mingyi Hexagrams
[Meaning] Frustration of righteousness - adversity makes true talents.

[Gua Yi] Frustration, trauma, keeping a low profile, keeping the dark.

【Introduction】Ming Yi is a wise general, and the wise will be hurt.Contrary to the situation of "Jin", the sun (li) sinks under the earth (kun), and darkness dominates all forms.At the same time, it means that the ignorant are superior, and the talented subordinates are suppressed.At this time, if you want to display your talents and break the deadlock, you may be damaged by the surroundings.As shown in the hexagram, you should cover up your wisdom (Li) with the tolerance of ignorance (Kun), and focus on enriching your inner self, even if you are called "stupid".The strength honed through suffering will shine brightly in the future.

[Gua Xiang] The upper hexagram Kun is the earth, and the lower hexagram Li is the sun.It symbolizes that the sun sinks under the earth and gradually loses its light.When light is wounded, darkness comes.Faced with the situation, life is in a difficult and dark stage. We can only protect ourselves by sticking to the right path, keeping a low profile, and forbearance.

[Structure mode] Darkness is extremely dark, keep the right path, escape in time, act too hastily, save from danger, criticize endlessly, time barbarians (injured, hidden).

[Yin and Yang] four yin and two yang.

[Position] The [-]st and [-]rd Yaos are in the Yang position, the [-]nd, [-]th and [-]th Yaos are in the Yin position, and the [-]th Yaos are in the Yang position, which is incorrect.

[Status] Situation is difficult, hiding and waiting.

[Hexagram Image] The upper hexagram Kun symbolizes the earth, and the lower hexagram Li symbolizes the sun.The Ming Yi hexagram shows a scene where the sun falls below the horizon, the light sinks into the ground, and the darkness descends.

[Thinking mode] Taking the sun, which represents the light, sinking into the ground, and the natural phenomenon of being bright and self-obscuring as an example, it shows that when life and career are in difficulties, facing darkness, evil prevails, and a virtuous gentleman is injured.At this critical moment, you should pay attention to: (1) Understand the difficulty of the situation, restrain your edge, and avoid and forbear. (2) When darkness comes, it will harm you, so don't touch it head-on. (3) When you are traumatized, you should use softness to avoid the sharp edge. (4) Adhere to the righteous way and not collude with evil.

[Philosophical Enlightenment] The world is hard to predict, and everyone has dangers. In the face of adversity, you should restrain your light and stick to the right way.

[Decision-making thinking] In a difficult and dark period, you should try to maintain a low-key stance to avoid accidents and potential dangers.Don't pay attention to the rumors from the outside world, silently guard the light of hope with a flexible heart, and walk your own path quietly.But keep your primary goal in mind.Don't lose your way, and grope forward in darkness and difficulties with perseverance.

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