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Hexagram:

18. Repairing the Damage

Line

Drawn as

Energy

Duality

Trigram

Dynamic

Polarity

Upper

Mountain

Youngest Son

Immature Yang

Lower

Wind

Eldest Daugther

Immature Yin

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6

5

4

3

2

1

Yang

Yin

Yin

Yang

Yang

Yin

Masculine

Feminine

Feminine

Masculine

Masculine

Feminine

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English Name

Chinese Name

Hanzi

Pinyin

Action

Hexagram:

卦 Guà

18. Repairing the Damage

Remedy

Hidden Influence:

互卦 Hu Guà (nuclear)

54. Careful Affection

歸妹

guī mèi

Aide

Underlying Cause:

綜卦 Zong Guà (reverse)

17. Following

sui / suí

Show by Example

Expression:

Also known as:

I restore balance

Healing the Past, Correcting Mistakes, Restoring Harmony, Cleansing Corruption, Mending Broken Bonds, Rebuilding Foundations, Rectifying the Wrong, Setting Things Right, Addressing Neglect, Renewal through Effort

Affirmation:

I embrace the courage to heal and transform, restoring balance and strength to all that is in need of renewal and growth.

Image (Legge):

The wind blows low on the mountain: the image of Decay. Thus the superior man stirs up the people and strengthens their spirit.

Judgement (Legge):

Work On What Has Been Spoiled has supreme success. It furthers one to cross the great water. Before the starting point, three days. After the starting point, three days.

Overall meaning:

Repairing the Damage, represents a time for addressing past mistakes, correcting what has been corrupted, and healing what is broken. It signifies the need to confront challenges or harmful patterns that have caused stagnation or decay, whether in relationships, projects, or personal habits. This hexagram emphasizes the importance of taking proactive steps to restore balance and harmony, embracing the hard work of making amends, and rebuilding foundations with clarity and determination.

A call to courageously face what needs to be fixed and to commit to the process of renewal and transformation. It encourages you to look honestly at what is no longer serving you, to clear away negativity, and to create a new path forward with integrity and purpose. By repairing the damage and nurturing what is valuable, you set the stage for future growth, prosperity, and a stronger, healthier foundation for the future.

Quotes:

Upright Hexagram

Rotated 90°
counter clockwise

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Change — to 1

Binary Number Created:

100110

Line 1:

Shows a son stepping up to address the consequences of his father's mistakes, taking responsibility to set things right. Though the situation is challenging and fraught with risk, his ability and dedication will ultimately lead to good fortune, lifting the burden of blame from the past.

Line 2:

Depicts a son dealing with issues arising from his mother's actions. While firmness is needed, he should temper his approach and avoid being too rigid or extreme, as gentleness will bring better results in mending the situation.

Line 3:

Portrays a son once again addressing the troubles left by his father. Though there may be minor regrets or moments of doubt along the way, his efforts will not lead to any significant errors, suggesting that even small missteps will not derail his progress.

Line 4:

Shows a son who views his father's mistakes with leniency, allowing the problems to persist without taking decisive action. If he continues this passive approach, it will only lead to regret, as unresolved issues can grow into bigger challenges.

Line 5:

Depicts a son who, faced with his father’s errors, chooses the right tools and methods to address and resolve the issues. His wise and effective approach earns him praise and recognition, as he successfully navigates the difficulties and restores harmony.

Line 6:

Reveals someone who chooses not to serve any ruler or authority, instead dedicating themselves to their own principles and personal path. This independent spirit reflects a desire to focus on self-cultivation and personal integrity, free from external obligations or constraints.

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Binary:

100110

Structure:

Unicode decimal:

Unicode point:

Non-Core Gua

19921

U+4DD1

Sector:

213.75 to 219.375

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