Hexagram:

13. Fellowship

Also known as:

Fellowship with Others, Union of Forces, Collective Strength, Harmonious Cooperation, Coming Together, Bonding for a Common Goal, Community Unity, Strength in Numbers, Mutual Trust and Support, Building Alliances

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Drawn as

Energy

Duality

Trigram

Dynamic

Polarity

Meaning

Yang

Masculine

Yang

Masculine

Yang

Masculine

Yang

Masculine

Yin

Feminine

Trigram

Lower

Upper

Fire

Middle Daughter

Immature Yin

Custom

Heaven

Father

Mature Yang

Authority

Yang

Masculine

English Name

Chinese Name

Hanzi

Pinyin

Action

Hexagram:

卦 Guà

Hidden Influence:

互卦 Hu Guà (nuclear)

Underlying Cause:

綜卦 Zong Guà (reverse)

13. Fellowship

同人

tóng rén

Socialize

44. Coming to Meet

姤

shī

Encounter

07. The Army

師

gòu

Uphold

Expression:

I nurture connections

Affirmation:

I cultivate a spirit of community and cooperation, knowing that together, we are stronger and more inspired.

Image (Legge):

Heaven together with fire: the image of Fellowship with Men. Thus the superior man organizes the clans and makes distinctions between things.

Judgement (Legge):

Fellowship with Men in the open. Success. It furthers one to cross the great water. The perseverance of the superior man furthers.

Overall meaning:

Fellowship with Men, signifies a time of unity, cooperation, and shared purpose. It highlights the importance of coming together with others, whether in friendship, community, or work, to achieve common goals and overcome challenges. This hexagram emphasizes the value of open communication, mutual respect, and collective effort, suggesting that by aligning with like-minded individuals and fostering a spirit of camaraderie, great accomplishments are possible. It encourages openness, trust, and building connections that strengthen bonds and promote harmony.

A call to nurture fellowship and unity in all relationships. It reminds us that true strength comes from working together, sharing resources, and supporting each other. By valuing diversity, listening to different perspectives, and finding common ground, you create a strong foundation for growth and success. This is a time to celebrate shared humanity and embrace the power of collaboration, knowing that together you can achieve more than alone.

Quotes:

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Line 1:

Embarking / Initiating

Shows the leader of the Union of Forces just stepping outside his gate, representing the beginning of efforts to bring people together. There will be no error in taking this initial step toward unification.

Line 2:

Discovery / Inner Harmony

Depicts the leader of the Union of Forces dealing with close relations or kindred, but the situation leads to regret. This suggests difficulties or conflicts when trying to unite with those who are too familiar or emotionally involved.

Line 3:

Gateway /
Portal

Shows someone hiding their strength or intentions, with their arms concealed in thick grass and standing on a high mound, indicating a prolonged period of inactivity or waiting. For three years, they do not act, suggesting a lack of progress or missed opportunities.

Line 4:

Showing up / Approach

Represents someone who is positioned on the city wall, prepared for action, but chooses not to proceed with the attack they are contemplating. This restraint brings good fortune, suggesting that holding back is the wiser choice.

Line 5:

External Focus /
Periphery

Shows the leader of the Union of Forces initially expressing sorrow and doubt, then experiencing joy and success. Through perseverance, the great army prevails, and he unites with a supportive ally, bringing victory and resolution.

Line 6:

Pinnacle / Breakthrough Awaits

Shows the leader of the Union of Forces in the suburbs, indicating a position on the outskirts or at a distance. There is no cause for regret, suggesting that being on the periphery or adopting a more detached approach will avoid mistakes.

13

Binary:

111101

Structure:

Unicode decimal:

Unicode point:

Non-Core Gua

19916

U+4DCC

Sector:

13° 15' 00" - 18° 52' 30"

Trigrams

Hexagram Lookup

Bigrams

Also known as:

Fellowship with Others, Union of Forces, Collective Strength, Harmonious Cooperation, Coming Together, Bonding for a Common Goal, Community Unity, Strength in Numbers, Mutual Trust and Support, Building Alliances

Fire

Middle Daughter

Immature Yin

Custom

Heaven

Father

Mature Yang

Authority

Expression:

I nurture connections

Affirmation:

I cultivate a spirit of community and cooperation, knowing that together, we are stronger and more inspired.

Image (Legge):

Heaven together with fire: the image of Fellowship with Men. Thus the superior man organizes the clans and makes distinctions between things.

Judgement (Legge):

Fellowship with Men in the open. Success. It furthers one to cross the great water. The perseverance of the superior man furthers.

Overall meaning:

Quotes:

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Binary Number Created:

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Line 1:

Embarking / Initiating

Shows the leader of the Union of Forces just stepping outside his gate, representing the beginning of efforts to bring people together. There will be no error in taking this initial step toward unification.

Line 2:

Discovery / Inner Harmony

Depicts the leader of the Union of Forces dealing with close relations or kindred, but the situation leads to regret. This suggests difficulties or conflicts when trying to unite with those who are too familiar or emotionally involved.

Line 3:

Gateway / Portal

Shows someone hiding their strength or intentions, with their arms concealed in thick grass and standing on a high mound, indicating a prolonged period of inactivity or waiting. For three years, they do not act, suggesting a lack of progress or missed opportunities.

Line 4:

Showing up / Approach

Represents someone who is positioned on the city wall, prepared for action, but chooses not to proceed with the attack they are contemplating. This restraint brings good fortune, suggesting that holding back is the wiser choice.

Line 5:

External Focus / Periphery

Shows the leader of the Union of Forces initially expressing sorrow and doubt, then experiencing joy and success. Through perseverance, the great army prevails, and he unites with a supportive ally, bringing victory and resolution.

Line 6:

Pinnacle / Breakthrough Awaits

Shows the leader of the Union of Forces in the suburbs, indicating a position on the outskirts or at a distance. There is no cause for regret, suggesting that being on the periphery or adopting a more detached approach will avoid mistakes.

13

Binary:

111101

Structure:

Unicode decimal:

Unicode point:

Non-Core Gua

19916

U+4DCC

Sector:

13° 15' 00" - 18° 52' 30"

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Gateway /
Portal

External Focus /
Periphery