Hexagram 8 (BI. Approximation) - interpretation and meaning of the symbol

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General interpretation of the 8th hexagram in fortune telling

Think about like-minded people, luck does not favor loners, look around, you will probably find like-minded people among them. Do not be afraid to share the victory with others, even if it costs you leadership, because it is better to be an infantryman in the winning army than a general who lost the battle.

Listen to other people's advice, be it words from your boss or a friend, try to delve into their very essence. Staying honest with yourself will help you bring your ideas and plans to life.

Troubles and adversities are already behind us, but the echoes of past troubles still remind us of themselves. Success is based on interaction with like-minded people, be conscientious and honest, fulfill your obligations to them and luck will be on your side. Listen to the people you care about, try to hear them, see their needs and remember to be respectful. Advice from your environment is the path to success. But it’s better to forget about excessive excitement for now.

Full interpretation of hexagram 8

On the earth's surface, waters merge everywhere, which reflects the approach, unity and the laws that regulate these processes. This is also hinted at by the lines in hexagram 8 Bi (Approximation), where all but the fifth (ruler) are inferior. Pliable lines are kept in an alliance, subordinate to a more powerful and stronger personality - the leader. The leader himself also forges alliances with others in order to strengthen his power.

BI. Getting closer: in work, business and finance

The time has come to show determination, this is your finest hour, go for it, and you will reach any heights in your career growth, but enlist the support of your environment, know how, if you need to give up leadership at work, then it will all pay off. In the financial sphere, everything will also be fine for you, but exclude risky financial transactions, gambling and any financial risk in general. You won’t experience money problems, but you don’t need to squander them; they may come in handy soon.

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Water spreads across the earth, filling all empty spaces, and tenaciously clings to them. Social organization in Ancient China was based on the principle of unity of dependents and rulers. Water flows to merge with water, because all its parts by nature obey the same laws.

Likewise, human society should be united through common interests that allow all individuals to feel part of the whole. It is the duty of the central authority to see that every member of the society retains an interest in being part of this union.

Meaning and interpretation of each line

• Bottom line. You perceive everything correctly. Stick to good people with pure thoughts and deeds, this will bring good luck to you and your loved ones.
• Second line. Trust your intuition. It seems that nothing prevents you from joining an alliance, especially since many people advise it, but don’t be fooled, trust only yourself.
• Third line. Evaluate what you are striving for, are you going in the right direction?
• Fourth line. Do not strive for complete reciprocity with the object of your attraction, it is useless. You are simply being led by the nose. Remember your self-esteem, know your worth and don’t chase the unattainable.
• Fifth line. This is a gift of fate, now everything depends only on you. The possible and the desirable are united, and the hexagram promises happiness.
• Top line. In your race through life, you have lost its meaning. Passion for the road led to the loss of its final destination.

Meaning

It is important that we get closer to others, that we can complement and help each other while being in a stable and strong union. But such a merger is possible only if there is a strong personality around whom the masses will gather. Becoming a center of universal unification and influence is a serious task with a huge share of responsibility.

Such a person should have greatness of spirit, strength and consistency. Therefore, for those who want to become such a center of universal attraction, it is important to understand themselves and understand whether they are ready to fulfill this role. If you do not have a calling by nature, then you cannot count on forming a union.

When such a strong person arises, even wavering individuals gradually become part of the alliance. Those who are late have to face the consequences. Relationships in a group are built according to certain internal laws, and general experiences strengthen them. If you came to the union late, you will not experience this invaluable experience of universal experience.

If you need to be inside the union, but do not feel the strength to lead and create it, then your task is to become a member of any other association and take the right place.

Lines in hexagram 8

Bottom line

Fundamental sincerity is the only correct basis for the formation of any relationship. Displayed as a full clay bowl filled with contents. Empty form is nothingness, manifested not in wise words, but in the power of what is within the speaker. Such power is so enormous that it can attract good luck from outside.

Second line

If a person responds correctly and persistently to commands from above that awaken action, then he will never lose himself. If a person seeks communication with others, ignoring his calling, then he loses himself and runs away from his own Self. He does not follow the path of a great man, but is deprived of his dignity.

Third line

We are often surrounded by people who do not belong to our circle. Therefore, it is important to be careful not to become involved in a false group through force of habit. It always ends badly. Sociability without approaching is the only correct attitude towards others, otherwise it will not be possible to connect with those people who belong to our circle.

Fourth line

In hexagram 8 Bi (Approach), the fourth line marks a wonderful connection with the person who is the center of the union. We can and should openly demonstrate our own affection. But at the same time, it is important to remain constant and not stray from the true path.

Fifth line

When hunting in Ancient China, it was customary to drive the game in on three sides, leaving the fourth open so that the animals still had a chance to escape. If they did not think of this, they found themselves in front of the king, ready to shoot. That is, only those who themselves walked into the trap died. If they found a way out, they were allowed to escape. This showed a royal attitude, where the hunt did not turn into slaughter, but only those who seemed to surrender voluntarily were killed.

The line shows us an influential ruler to whom others are drawn. He accepts those who come to him and releases all those who decide to go their own way. He did not invite anyone and did not express flattery, because everyone flocked of their own free will and desire. Therefore, people develop and strengthen their voluntary dependence on this leader, but they are able to openly express their opinions.

There is no need to use brute force, because people obey of their own free will. This principle of freedom must also be applied on a larger scale in life. If a person cultivates strength and purity in himself, then influence and submission from the crowd will come by themselves.

Multilayer mathematical symmetry

Tabular and circular form of recording Hexagrams I-Ching
64 Hexagrams are divided into two groups of trigrams. The lower trigram refers to the inner life, the advancing and the creative. The upper one is to the outside world, retreating and destroying.

Each of the three pairs of features that make up the hexagram is interpreted as follows: the top one is heaven, the middle one is man, the bottom one is earth. Ancient treatises mention that Yin and Yang are the two forces that move everything in this world.

Distribution of I-Ching Hexagrams according to cardinal directions

The first consists of three continuous lines, symbolizing Yang, and is called “Creativity”, the second - of three interrupted lines, symbolizing Yin - “Execution”.

Yang – “Creativity” – randomness and unpredictability. Yin - “Fulfillment” - predetermination and regularity.

Yang - tension, activity - masculine. Yin - relaxation, passivity - feminine.

In essence, the Hexagrams explain the duality of everything that we perceive as reality, as well as the principle of the trinity of Heaven, Man and Earth, which describes the structure of the material world and the Changes (mechanics of energy processes) that occur with them.

Numerical values ​​of the I-Ching Hexagrams in binary code

Each of the 64 hexagrams consists of a specific combination of six broken (Yin) or solid (Yang) lines. The I Ching encoding, consisting of two figures (a whole and a broken line), really resembles a binary or binary numeric code. But what does this give us? Does it mean that hexagrams reflect the existence of some ancient binary system or even complex mathematics built on a binary number system?

Other information layers of the I-Ching Hexagrams

The order of arrangement of the 64 Hexagrams relative to each other is multidimensional, and their breakdown into numerous groups contains a huge number of information layers (logical interpretations of meaning):

• The circulation of energies and cycles in the Universe
• Directions of the cardinal directions and seasons
• Interaction of energy and matter (elements)
• Harmonious combinations of musical notes and colors
• Physiology and structure of human internal organs
• Norms of human behavior and social hierarchies
• Psycho-emotional characteristics of a person, etc.

The principle of Sacred Geometry in the structure of the I-Ching Hexagrams
In fact, the information contained in the I-Ching Hexagrams is even more beautiful in its mathematical symmetry.

• They capture the universal logic of any interactions that can be performed in binary code and, if necessary, easily converted to decimal code.
• They easily read the fundamental laws of mathematics that describe the universal processes of the Universe.
• They incredibly describe the logic of interactions, structure, hierarchies and cycles of all processes that occur in the reality we perceive.

A. Sklyarov.
Mathematical riddles of the I-Ching Hexagrams I. Burdonov. Book of Changes I-Ching and Boolean Algebra K.G. Zadorozhnikov. Golden Seal of the Creator

How to guess correctly?

To correctly guess using the Book of Changes, you only need three coins of the same denomination. For example, the old “piglets”.

The fortune telling process itself is best carried out according to the following algorithm:

1. Formulate in your mind the question that worries you at the moment.
2. Toss three coins one at a time.
3. Depending on how they fell, draw a line on the paper. If there are more heads, the line should be solid. “Tails” predominated – intermittent.
4. Repeat the previous step five more times, drawing a new line above the old one.
5. Find the lower and upper parts (trigrams) of the picture separately in the table - at the intersection of the corresponding column and row there is the number of the dropped hexagram.
6. Read the description of the prophecy, which allows you to decipher the received signs in detail.

Possible layout options and order of drawing lines

Table for determining the hexagram number

Approximation

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Union, mutual support, spiritual kinship; grouping of things and people; rapprochement of positions.

Name

Bi (Approximation)

: unite, enter into an alliance; spiritual connection between people; organize things into categories, select and compare; find something you like; harmonize, combine; neighbours; equal, identical; to work together. The hieroglyph depicts a man who has stopped and looks around, studying.

Figurative row

Happiness. There will be no blasphemy. Isn't it better to come right away? Whoever is late will suffer misfortune.

This is the time to organize what is existing and create categories. The process of ordering must be controlled not only by the mind, but also by the heart. Look for the original properties of things. Compare and sort things according to their nature. Don't be afraid to ask questions to clarify your connections to people and events. This is not the time to calm down. The situation is changing quickly, connections are being broken up and restored. If someone hesitates, the path may be closed to him. Get rid of old ideas. You have to find new ways of relating things. Change doesn't have to be painful. Let joy, harmony and pleasure serve as your guides. Give each event its own place where it will look natural next to the others. Take advantage of this opportunity and change things now. If you are late, the path will be closed.

Outer and Inner Worlds: Water and Earth

The connection with the outside world disintegrates, while in the inner world new ways of grouping things appear.

Hidden Opportunity: 23 (Ruin)

The classification of beings in accordance with their qualities contains the hidden possibility of getting rid of outdated forms.

Subsequence

There should be plenty of room for a group. Awareness of this allows you to use approximation.

Definition

Approach means joy.

Symbol

Water flows on the ground. Approximation. The rulers of antiquity appointed vassals to rule over the entire host of cities.

Hexagram lines

Six first

Approach the one who holds the truth. There will be no blasphemy. He is full of truth, like a full jug. If you come to him, there will be happiness for others too.

The situation is conducive to establishing a connection with spirits. By approaching unselfishly, you will gain benefit for yourself. It's still just beginning.

Six second

Approach your goal from the inside. Fortitude is fortunate. The way is open.

The path from the inner world to the outer world is open. Don't lose your sense of inner connection to your goal.

Six third

You are approaching your goal, but it is not the same.

The approach is not yet complete. If this is a person, leave him alone, if this is an ideal, then not the one you need.

Six fourth

External approach to the goal. Fortitude is fortunate. The way is open.

Your target is now visible. You have shown yourself at your best, and the path is open. Continue in the same direction.

Nine fifth

Clearly approaching. The king should place beaters only on three sides. And let go of the game that moves ahead. Then there will be no prohibitions for the townspeople, and there will be Happiness.

In achieving your goal, be like a king who goes hunting. Don't block all escape routes. Then the prey will be whatever comes to you. You don't have to bind people with restrictions to get them to obey you. The path is open (happiness).

There's a six at the top

Approaching the goal is devoid of the main thing. Misfortune.

In the end, a situation of overdevelopment arises. The goal suddenly appears lost, all that remains is movement by inertia. The path is closed. Move on to a new stage, otherwise you will be in trouble.

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