Yi Jing Hexagram 8
The hexagram: 8
An hexagram is a combination of six yin and yang lines.
8 - Selecting recruits
Sharing a common vision. Hesitations can lead to regrets.
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The trigrams are combinations of three yin and yang lines. The three bottom lines of the hexagram form the lower trigram and represent the inner situation. The three top lines form the upper trigram and represent the outer situation.
Upper trigram: The water
Lower trigram: The earth
Line Comments
The lines represent the evolution of the hexagram, from the bottom (young) to the top (old).
8.1 (8 > 3) - Coming from the other side
One is tired of the delays caused by checks, so one modestly asks the other to come back to finish what they have started, when they are done showing their results to others.
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8.2 (8 > 29) - Make one's attachment credible
One commits oneself to help one's friends repairing their damage before others notice.
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8.3 (8 > 39) - Questioning the integrity of one's opponents
There are people whose reputation has been put to the test among those one knows.
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8.4 (8 > 45) - Take the time to nurture relationships
When one has established a relationship of trust, it is in their interest to make it grow.
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8.5 (8 > 2) - Selecting the most dedicated ones
Show what selection is: only take those who want to come, others can leave.
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The mirror hexagram: 7
The mirror hexagram shows a movement in the reverse direction. When an hexagram is its own mirror, it either means that the hexagram goes in both directions or does not move at all.
7 - The will to power
To solve their problems, one will need discipline and continuity.
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8.1 (8 > 3) - Coming from the other side
One is tired of the delays caused by checks, so one modestly asks the other to come back to finish what they have started, when they are done showing their results to others.
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8.2 (8 > 29) - Make one's attachment credible
One commits oneself to help one's friends repairing their damage before others notice.
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8.1.2 (8 > 60) - Standing for intervention
One is there to help those in need.
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8.3 (8 > 39) - Questioning the integrity of one's opponents
There are people whose reputation has been put to the test among those one knows.
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8.2.3 (8 > 48) - Preventing inconveniences
One has come to tell others to not make any further trouble.
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8.1.2.3 (8 > 5) - Moving the undecided away
One wants to separate from those who do not feel concerned by the turn of events.
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8.4 (8 > 45) - Take the time to nurture relationships
When one has established a relationship of trust, it is in their interest to make it grow.
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8.1.4 (8 > 17) - Seeking support
Others would like one to be on their side.
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8.2.4 (8 > 47) - Removing oneself from one's shortcomings
One does like they did before so that others don't notice the change.
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8.1.2.4 (8 > 58) - Selecting recruits
One gives one's friends a tangible proof of their affection.
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8.3.4 (8 > 31) - Focusing on the details
One is interested in secondary issues.
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8.1.3.4 (8 > 49) - Showing one's innovations
One introduces one's new methods to those who want more results.
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8.2.3.4 (8 > 28) - Giving up the fight
One is reluctant to tell others that they are wrong.
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8.1.2.3.4 (8 > 43) - Preparing for disaster
One is warned beforehand of the arrival of a disaster.
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8.5 (8 > 2) - Selecting the most dedicated ones
Show what selection is: only take those who want to come, others can leave.
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8.1.5 (8 > 24) - Moving the lines
One has succeeded to turn the situation around in their favor.
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8.2.5 (8 > 7) - Establishing a hierarchy
Tasks are divided according to each person's abilities.
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8.1.2.5 (8 > 19) - Stepping forward to reconcile
One is determined to build a bridge to connect those that everything opposes.
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8.3.5 (8 > 15) - Regretting the lack of mobilization
One is surprised by the lack of support to defend a cause they deem just.
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8.1.3.5 (8 > 36) - Selecting recruits
One appeals to the good memories of those who have wasted all the chances they were given.
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8.2.3.5 (8 > 46) - Opposing prejudices
One does their best to make others believe that they are right.
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8.1.2.3.5 (8 > 11) - Selecting recruits
One presents their works to regain their rank among their peers.
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8.4.5 (8 > 16) - Searching for the cause of the failure
One knows that they will have tasks to perform before being able to understand what could prevent the proper functioning of the system.
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8.1.4.5 (8 > 51) - Being put in an awkward situation
One is called to make difficult choices.
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8.2.4.5 (8 > 40) - Polarizing oneself
One is assiduous in the pursuit of their objective.
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8.1.2.4.5 (8 > 54) - Selecting recruits
One establishes a relationship of trust to encourage others to lower their weapons.
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8.3.4.5 (8 > 62) - Expanding one's circle of friends
One introduces their best friends to someone who has been loyal.
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8.1.3.4.5 (8 > 55) - Selecting recruits
One goes by to see if the others have been able to accomplish the task they were given.
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8.2.3.4.5 (8 > 32) - Assessing the situation
One studies the elements one has received before taking a decision.
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8.1.2.3.4.5 (8 > 34) - Admitting one's lies
When others make promises they cannot fulfill, one asks them to justify themselves.
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8.6 (8 > 20) - Letting the most efficient repair the deficiencies
If one misses the beginning, the end will be shaky.
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8.1.6 (8 > 42) - Paying the price for lack of backup
One has relied on supports that are reluctant to be held accountable.
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8.2.6 (8 > 59) - Avoiding panic
One goes to their loved ones to reassure them.
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8.1.2.6 (8 > 61) - Selecting recruits
One receives one's guests to show them what one has prepared.
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8.3.6 (8 > 53) - Making common cause with the strongest
One continues with those who can win.
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8.1.3.6 (8 > 37) - Reuniting with one's family
One is about to join their loved ones.
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8.2.3.6 (8 > 57) - On-site investigation
One entrusts one's relatives with the mission of going to the field to assess the situation.
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8.1.2.3.6 (8 > 9) - Distinguishing oneself by their finesse
One has made comments that others have found excellent.
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8.4.6 (8 > 12) - Selecting recruits
One manages to convince some of the opponents.
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8.1.4.6 (8 > 25) - Shifting the center of gravity
One evaluates the opportunities that they have to overcome the resistances.
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8.2.4.6 (8 > 6) - Playing the game of suspicion
The others have planned maneuvers to be carried out in the event of suspicious behavior.
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8.1.2.4.6 (8 > 10) - Rejoicing in the ambient peace
One appreciates that the others did not get angry.
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8.3.4.6 (8 > 33) - Evacuating the room
One asks their friends to leave the premises.
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8.1.3.4.6 (8 > 13) - Relying on a closer collaboration
One hopes that the others will agree to cooperate.
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8.2.3.4.6 (8 > 44) - Putting on a good face to avoid being tossed aside
One uses the method which consists of saying things before understanding them.
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8.1.2.3.4.6 (8 > 1) - Selecting recruits
One passes the baton to the most able.
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8.5.6 (8 > 23) - Comforting oneself with one's passions
The others may refuse to betray their ideals.
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8.1.5.6 (8 > 27) - Selecting recruits
One has managed to do what the others wanted without having to make considerable efforts.
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8.2.5.6 (8 > 4) - Getting help
Difficulties are smoothed out by seeking the advice of competent people.
8.1.2.5.6 (8 > 41) - Understanding one's commitment
One replaces those who are not in a position to do what they have been asked.
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8.3.5.6 (8 > 52) - Serving as a nominee
One agrees to solve a problem on behalf of a stranger.
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8.1.3.5.6 (8 > 22) - Reaching one's goals
One is granted the permission to run for a position they were hoping to get for a long time.
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8.2.3.5.6 (8 > 18) - Keeping a rational point of view
One is appreciated by those who think in terms of constraints.
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8.1.2.3.5.6 (8 > 26) - Justify oneself for one's actions
One prepares to be able to explain their conduct.
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8.4.5.6 (8 > 35) - Putting out the welcome mat
One makes room for those they have invited.
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8.1.4.5.6 (8 > 21) - Seeing the wheel turn
One has understood what the others are capable of.
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8.2.4.5.6 (8 > 64) - Mobilizing the troops
One asks their comrades-in-arms to resume the fight.
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8.1.2.4.5.6 (8 > 38) - Starting over from scratch
One tries to regain the esteem of their former allies by giving them proofs of loyalty.
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8.3.4.5.6 (8 > 56) - Being mute so as not to excite jealousies
One fears creating a conflict by revealing embarrassing secrets.
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8.1.3.4.5.6 (8 > 30) - Considering alternatives
One is facing a choice that requires more thought.
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8.2.3.4.5.6 (8 > 50) - Knowing how to step back
Friends are advised to follow the most experienced.
8.1.2.3.4.5.6 (8 > 14) - Expecting a smooth success
One hopes to see the results they had expected.
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