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Shock and Awe.  Wake up! Be not afraid!

When a man has learned within his heart what fear and trembling mean, he is safeguarded against any terror produced by outside influences. Let the thunder roll and spread terror a hundred miles around: he remains so composed and reverent in spirit that the sacrificial rite is not interrupted. This is the spirit that must animate leaders and rulers of men – a profound inner seriousness from which all terrors glance off harmlessly.

See Tao Te Ching – Verse 40 – Return is the movement of the Tao. Yielding is the way of the Tao.

See Today: “In this world, we know that matter cannot be produced, cannot be destroyed.” – Yogi Bhajan

See the previous reading: Today: “The leader must be in touch with and immersed in the daily reality of those he leads.  Absentee leadership is fraud.” from the I Ching

See the previous previous reading:  Today: “Sharing your acquired wealth compounds the good fortune you enjoy.  It is a positive feedback cycle.” from the I Ching

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See Richard Wilhelm's translation for this reading

51 – Fifty-One.  Chên / Thunder

Thunder echoes upon Thunder, commanding reverence for its father Heaven:
In awe of Heaven’s majestic power, the Superior Person looks within and sets his life in order.
Thunder mingles with startled screams of terror for a hundred miles around.
As the people nervously laugh at their own fright, the devout presents the sacrificial chalice with nary a drop of wine spilt.
Deliverance

SITUATION ANALYSIS:

A thunderbolt of Cosmic judgement crashes to earth.
For the common person, it’s just a momentary fright soon forgotten, its warning unfathomed and unheeded.
But to one who understands its significance, this thunder is a signal to awaken.
Centering the Self, seeking balance, the enlightened person will respect and align himself with this Higher Power, while his fellows remain subject to the whims of every passing storm.

		above: Chên / The Arousing, Thunder
		below: Chên / The Arousing, Thunder

 

The hexagram Chên represents the eldest son, who seizes rule with energy and power. A yang line develops below two yin lines and presses upward forcibly. This movement is so violent that it arouses terror. It is symbolised by thunder, which bursts forth from the earth and by its shock causes fear and trembling. THE JUDGEMENT SHOCK brings success. Shock comes – oh, oh! Laughing words – ha, ha! The shock terrifies for a hundred miles, And he does not let fall the sacrificial spoon and chalice.1 Last Supper

The shock that comes from the manifestation of God within the depths of the earth makes man afraid, but this fear of God is good, for joy and merriment can follow upon it. When a man has learned within his heart what fear and trembling mean, he is safeguarded against any terror produced by outside influences. Let the thunder roll and spread terror a hundred miles around: he remains so composed and reverent in spirit that the sacrificial rite is not interrupted. This is the spirit that must animate leaders and rulers of men – a profound inner seriousness from which all terrors glance off harmlessly.

THE IMAGE Thunder repeated: the image of SHOCK. Thus in fear and trembling The superior man sets his life in order And examines himself. The shock of continuing thunder brings fear and trembling. The superior man is always filled with reverence at the manifestation of God; he sets his life in order and searches his heart, lest it harbour any secret opposition to the will of God. Thus reverence is the foundation of true culture. 1. The priest and the people together recall the mystery of the death and resurrection of Christ, which is made present in all its saving power, while they look forward to the second coming of Christ, for which this mystery prepares them. The spoon and chalice are lifted up and placed on the left side of the Thronos (Altar). The priest lifts them over head in his right hand quickly, signifying the second coming of the Lord on the last day, which will be like a flash of lightning. “For just as lightning comes from the east and flashes even to the west, so shall the coming of the Son of Man be” (Matthew 24:27).

Keep a low profile.  In this dark time it is better to remain anonymous.  Subtly convey your message.

See Tao Te Ching – Verse 39 – In harmony with the Tao, the sky is clear and spacious

See Today: “There are two ways of living in this world, the way of worry and the way of relaxation.” – Yogi Bhajan

See the previous reading:  Today: “Sharing your acquired wealth compounds the good fortune you enjoy.  It is a positive feedback cycle.” from the I Ching

See the previous previous reading: Today: “The leader must be in touch with and immersed in the daily reality of those he leads.  Absentee leadership is fraud.” from the I Ching

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See Richard Wilhelm's translation for this reading

36 – Thirty-Six.  Ming I / Eclipsing the Light

Warmth and Light are swallowed by Deep Darkness:
The Superior Person shows his brilliance by keeping it veiled among the masses.

Stay true to your course, despite the visible obstacles ahead.

SITUATION ANALYSIS:

This time calls for a saintly effort to turn the other cheek.
You have been deliberately injured.
Going blow-for-blow will only escalate this war.
Abstain from vengeance.
Show all watching that you are above it.
Sidestep your aggressor’s headlong charge, giving him the opportunity to fall on his face.

		above: K’un / The Receptive, Earth
		below: Li / The Clinging, Fire

 

Here the sun has sunk under the earth and is therefore darkened. The name of the hexagram means literally “wounding of the bright”; hence the individual lines contain frequent references to wounding. The situation is the exact opposite of that in the foregoing hexagram (35). In the latter a wise man at the head of affairs has able helpers, and in company with them makes progress; here a man of dark nature is in a position of authority and brings harm to the wise and able man. THE JUDGEMENT DARKENING OF THE LIGHT. In adversity It furthers one to be persevering. One must not unresistingly let himself be swept along by unfavorable circumstances, nor permit his steadfastness to be shaken. He can avoid this by maintaining his inner light, while remaining outwardly yielding and tractable. With this attitude he can overcome even the greatest adversities. In some situations indeed a man must hide his light, in order to make his will prevail in spite of difficulties in his immediate environment. Perseverance must dwell in inmost consciousness and should not be discernible from without. Only thus is a man able to maintain his will in the face of difficulties. Solar eclips 1999

THE IMAGE The light has sunk into the earth: The image of DARKENING OF THE LIGHT. Thus does the superior man live with the great mass: He veils his light, yet still shines. In a time of darkness it is essential to be cautious and reserved. One should not needlessly awaken overwhelming enmity by inconsiderate behavior. In such times one ought not to fall in with the practices of others; neither should one drag them censoriously into the light. In social intercourse one should not try to be all-knowing. One should let many things pass, without being duped.

Sharing your acquired wealth compounds the good fortune you enjoy.  It is a positive feedback cycle.

See Tao Te Ching – Verse 38 – The Master doesn’t try to be powerful; thus he is truly powerful.

See Today: “I do not know how I exist, but still I am existing, and this is the wonder of reality.” – Yogi Bhajan

See the previous reading: Today: “The leader must be in touch with and immersed in the daily reality of those he leads.  Absentee leadership is fraud.” from the I Ching

See the previous previous reading:  Today: “Common ground between warring factions is shrinking. Institutions are at a breaking point.  Chaos increasing.  Leaders must summon  compassion while tempering tribal rage.” from the I Ching

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The leader must be in touch with and immersed in the daily reality of those he leads.  Absentee leadership is fraud.

See Tao Te Ching – Verse 37 – The Tao never does anything, yet through it all things are done

See Today: “You have a consciousness in you, and if you do not know that you are a balance of two polarities and if you do not relate to both your polarities, you are not relating to a reality.” Yogi Bhajan

See the previous reading:  Today: “Common ground between warring factions is shrinking. Institutions are at a breaking point.  Chaos increasing.  Leaders must summon  compassion while tempering tribal rage.” from the I Ching

See the previous previous reading: Today: “Authority is being usurped by bad actors.” from the I Ching

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Common ground between warring factions is shrinking. Institutions are at a breaking point.  Chaos increasing.  Leaders must summon  compassion while tempering tribal rage.

See Tao Te Ching – Verse 36 – If you want to shrink something, you must first allow it to expand

See Today: “You have a consciousness in you, and if you do not know that you are a balance of two polarities and if you do not relate to both your polarities, you are not relating to a reality.” Yogi Bhajan

See the previous reading: Today: “Authority is being usurped by bad actors.” from the I Ching

See the previous previous reading:  Today: “Desist in your pursuit until or unless you have sufficient guidance to see it through or sufficient experience to bring it to completion.” from the I Ching

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8 – Thirty-Eight.  K’uei / Estrangement

Fire distances itself from its nemesis, the Lake:
No matter how large or diverse the group, the Superior Person remains uniquely himself.

Small accomplishments are possible.

SITUATION ANALYSIS:

You are working at cross-purposes with another.
The distance between you is very wide.
The gap can be closed, however, with no compromise of your integrity.
You are not adversaries in this case — just two persons addressing individual needs.
Ask yourself: are these needs mutually exclusive?
Is there common ground here?
Must there be one winner and one loser?
Could you become partners in seeking a solution that would allow for two winners?

		above: Li / The Clinging, Flame
		below: Tui / The Joyous, Lake

 

This hexagram is composed of the trigram Li above, i.e., flame, which burns upward, and Tui below, i.e., the lake, which seeps downward. These two movements are in direct contrast. Furthermore, Li is the second daughter and Tui the youngest daughter, and although they live in the same house they belong to different men; hence their wills are not the same but are divergently directed.THE JUDGEMENT OPPOSITION. In small matters, good fortune. When people live in opposition and estrangement they cannot carry out a great undertaking in common; their points of view diverge too widely. In such circumstances one should above all not proceed brusquely, for that would only increase the existing opposition; instead, one should limit oneself to producing gradual effects in small matters. Here success can still be expected, because the situation is such that the opposition does not preclude all agreement. In general, opposition appears as an obstruction, but when it represents polarity within a comprehensive whole, it has also its useful and important functions. The oppositions of heaven and earth, spirit and nature, man and woman, when reconciled, bring about the creation and reproduction of life. In the world of visible things, the principle of opposites makes possible the differentiation by categories through which order is brought into the world. THE IMAGE Above, fire; below, the lake. The image of OPPOSITION. Thus amid all fellowship The superior man retains his individuality.

/su_spoiler]

Authority is being usurped by bad actors.

See Tao Te Ching – Verse 35 – She who is centered in the Tao can go where she wishes, without danger.

See Today: “Words do not mean anything.” – Yogi Bhajan

See the previous reading:  Today: “Desist in your pursuit until or unless you have sufficient guidance to see it through or sufficient experience to bring it to completion.” from the I Ching

See the previous previous reading: Today: “Taking action prematurely with important matters will cause problems and mire you in indecision as to how to proceed.  Develop discipline.” from the I Ching

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7 – Seven.  Shih / Recruiting Allies

Deep Water beneath the Earth’s surface:
Untapped resources are available.
The Superior Person nourishes and instructs the people, building a loyal, disciplined following.
Good fortune.
No mistakes if you follow a course led by experience.

SITUATION ANALYSIS:

You must gain support from others.
Find a way to make others want to see your objectives met as badly as you want it.
How can they profit from the attainment of this goal?
Can you command confidence that you are just the person that can bring this plan to fruition?

Six in the third place means:
Perchance the army carries corpses in the wagon.
Misfortune.

US Army Wagon Train near Rurdosa, Texas 1916

Here we have a choice of two explanations. One points to defeat because someone other than the chosen leader interferes with the command; the other is similar in its general meaning, but the expression, “carries corpses in the wagon,” is interpreted differently. At burials and at sacrifices to the dead it was customary in China for the deceased to whom the sacrifice was made to be represented by a boy of the family, who sat in the dead man’s place and was honored as his representative. On the basis of this custom the text is interpreted as meaning that a “corpse boy” is sitting in the wagon, or, in other words, that authority is not being exercised by the proper leaders but has been usurped by others. Perhaps the whole difficulty clears up if it is inferred that there has been an error in copying. The character fan, meaning “all,” may have been misread as shih, which means “corpse.” Allowing for this error, the meaning would be that if the multitude assumes leadership of the army (rides in the wagon), misfortune will ensue.

10 – Ten.  Lü / Worrying the Tiger

Heaven shines down on the Marsh which reflects it back imperfectly:
Though the Superior Man carefully discriminates between high and low, and acts in accord with the flow of the Tao, there are still situations where a risk must be taken.

You tread upon the tail of the tiger.
Not perceiving you as a threat, the startled tiger does not bite.
Success.

SITUATION ANALYSIS:

You have reached a perilous point in your journey.
This is a real gamble — not a maneuver, not a calculated risk.
The outcome is uncertain.
If it goes as you hope, you will gain — but if it turns against you it will cause serious injury, at least to your plans.
The best tack is extreme caution and a healthy respect for the danger involved.

/su_spoiler]

Desist in your pursuit until or unless you have sufficient guidance to see it through or sufficient experience to bring it to completion.

See Tao Te Ching – Verse 34 – The great Tao flows everywhere

See Today: “What is a habit? When the mind is tuned after an activity, it is known as a habit.” – Yogi Bhajan

See the previous reading: Today: “Taking action prematurely with important matters will cause problems and mire you in indecision as to how to proceed.  Develop discipline.” from the I Ching

See the previous previous reading:  Today: “Remain peaceful.  Do not respond in kind to aggression.  Allow the bad actors to fall on their face.” from the I Ching

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3 – Three.  Chun / Difficulty at the Beginning

Thunder from the Deep:
The Superior Person carefully weaves order out of confusion.

Supreme Success if you keep to your course.
Carefully consider the first move.
Seek help.

SITUATION ANALYSIS:

New ventures always pack along their inherent chaos.
Though this is an annoyance at best, and can even imperil or downright doom an endeavor, it is also the friction needed to polish your project to jewel brilliance.
Learn from these early obstacles.

31 – Thirty-One. Hsien / Attraction

The joyous Lake is cradled by the tranquil Mountain:
The Superior Person takes great satisfaction in encouraging others along their journey.
He draws them to him with his welcoming nature and genuine interest.

Supreme success.
This course leads to marriage.

SITUATION ANALYSIS:

There is no greater natural law in the Cosmos than Attraction.
From the magnetic pull of an atom’s nucleus to the centripetal force that spirals a galaxy, the face of the universe is shaped by Attraction.
On a human scale, it is Attraction that fuels procreation and furthers our species.
Yet it is also Attraction that spawns greed and covetousness, threatening our extinction.
Attraction is the underlying force of the situation in question.
You are refined or debased by the objects of your desire.
What gravitational pull are you now under?
Around what sphere of influence do you circle?
Can you use your own ability to attract?

/su_spoiler]

Taking action prematurely with important matters will cause problems and mire you in indecision as to how to proceed.  Develop discipline.

See Tao Te Ching – Verse 33 – Knowing others is intelligence; knowing yourself is true wisdom.

See Today: “You belong to only one thing, and that is Truth; and you have got to be delivered to only one thing, and that is Truth.” Yogi Bhajan

See the previous reading:  Today: “Remain peaceful.  Do not respond in kind to aggression.  Allow the bad actors to fall on their face.” from the I Ching

See the previous previous reading: Today: “Keep your attention focused on your tasks at hand rather than your expectations for an outcome.  If you remain rooted in the flow of events, all will go well.” from the I Ching

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5 – Five.  Hsü / Calculated Waiting

Deep Waters in the Heavens:
Thunderclouds approaching from the West, but no rain yet.
The Superior Person nourishes himself and remains of good cheer to condition himself for the moment of truth.

Great Success if you sincerely keep to your course.
You may cross to the far shore.

SITUATION ANALYSIS:

You must now endure this Dangling — either a carrot before your nose, or a sword above your head.
This strange mix of apprehension and anticipation is a Purgatory.
There is nothing more you can do to affect the outcome.
You must now submit to the Fates.

Nine in the third place means:

Anxiety prods you to premature action.
Wading into the river, you become mired in the bed of mud.
Not only does the enemy realize you detect them, but they see your vulnerability as an opportunity to strike.

Waiting in the mud
Brings about the arrival of the enemy.

Mekong delta bank

Mud is no place for waiting, since it is already being washed by the water of the stream. Instead of having gathered strength to cross the stream at one try, one has made a premature start that has got him no farther than the muddy bank. Such an unfavorable position invites enemies from without, who naturally take advantage of it. Caution and a sense of the seriousness of the situation are all that can keep one from injury.

60 – Sixty.  Chieh / Limitations

Waters difficult to keep within the Lake’s banks:
The Superior Person examines the nature of virtue and makes himself a standard that can be followed.

Self-discipline brings success; but restraints too binding bring self-defeat.

SITUATION ANALYSIS:

Cultivating the proper disciplines and the proper degree of discipline are the concerns of this hexagram.
By limiting options, you may give more attention to priorities.
One who is all over the map is no less lost than one without a map.
Avoid asceticism, however.
Deprivation is not wise discipline.
The key here is regulation, not restriction.

/su_spoiler]

Remain peaceful.  Do not respond in kind to aggression.  Allow the bad actors to fall on their face.

See Tao Te Ching – Verse 31 – Weapons are the tools of violence; all decent men detest them.

See Today: “If you are going to be mind alone, then you are doing an injustice to both your mind and your soul. ” Yogi Bhajan

See the previous reading: Today: “Keep your attention focused on your tasks at hand rather than your expectations for an outcome.  If you remain rooted in the flow of events, all will go well.” from the I Ching

See the previous previous reading:  Today: “Discontent arises from wanting more.  Trying to change others to satisfy your own desires always brings conflict.  Be grateful instead.” from the I Ching

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36 – Thirty-Six.  Ming I / Eclipsing the Light

Warmth and Light are swallowed by Deep Darkness:
The Superior Person shows his brilliance by keeping it veiled among the masses.

Stay true to your course, despite the visible obstacles ahead.

SITUATION ANALYSIS:

This time calls for a saintly effort to turn the other cheek.
You have been deliberately injured.
Going blow-for-blow will only escalate this war.
Abstain from vengeance.
Show all watching that you are above it.
Sidestep your aggressor’s headlong charge, giving him the opportunity to fall on his face.

		above: K’un / The Receptive, Earth
		below: Li / The Clinging, Fire

 

Here the sun has sunk under the earth and is therefore darkened. The name of the hexagram means literally “wounding of the bright”; hence the individual lines contain frequent references to wounding. The situation is the exact opposite of that in the foregoing hexagram (35). In the latter a wise man at the head of affairs has able helpers, and in company with them makes progress; here a man of dark nature is in a position of authority and brings harm to the wise and able man. THE JUDGEMENT DARKENING OF THE LIGHT. In adversity It furthers one to be persevering. One must not unresistingly let himself be swept along by unfavorable circumstances, nor permit his steadfastness to be shaken. He can avoid this by maintaining his inner light, while remaining outwardly yielding and tractable. With this attitude he can overcome even the greatest adversities. In some situations indeed a man must hide his light, in order to make his will prevail in spite of difficulties in his immediate environment. Perseverance must dwell in inmost consciousness and should not be discernible from without. Only thus is a man able to maintain his will in the face of difficulties. Solar eclips 1999

The extent of the risks you are taking is showing, though no real harm is done.  Employing creative helpers who are allowed broad discretion in their work minimizes missteps and  ensure quality outcomes.

See Tao Te Ching – Verse 31 – Weapons are the tools of violence; all decent men detest them.

See Today: “If you are going to be mind alone, then you are doing an injustice to both your mind and your soul. ” Yogi Bhajan

See the previous reading: Today: “Keep your attention focused on your tasks at hand rather than your expectations for an outcome.  If you remain rooted in the flow of events, all will go well.” from the I Ching

See the previous previous reading:  Today: “Discontent arises from wanting more.  Trying to change others to satisfy your own desires always brings conflict.  Be grateful instead.” from the I Ching

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19 – Nineteen.  Lin / Noble Calling

The rich, loamy Earth on the banks of the Marsh provides fertile soil for exceptional progress.
The Superior Person is inexhaustible in his willingness to teach, and without limit in his tolerance and support of others.

Supreme Success if you keep to your course.
But be aware that your time is limited; your power will wane, as Summer changes to Fall.

SITUATION ANALYSIS:

You are in a position to help another.
This is a temporary situation, because your power is cyclical, seasonal.
Knowing this, you must perform your good deed without hope of reward.
You are not furthering your own process, but another’s.
Though you may cherish this other, you will never possess.
Touch without grasping.
Take comfort in becoming a fond memory.
Nurture, then let go.

10 – Ten.  Lü / Worrying the Tiger

Heaven shines down on the Marsh which reflects it back imperfectly:
Though the Superior Man carefully discriminates between high and low, and acts in accord with the flow of the Tao, there are still situations where a risk must be taken.

You tread upon the tail of the tiger.
Not perceiving you as a threat, the startled tiger does not bite.
Success.

SITUATION ANALYSIS:

You have reached a perilous point in your journey.
This is a real gamble — not a maneuver, not a calculated risk.
The outcome is uncertain.
If it goes as you hope, you will gain — but if it turns against you it will cause serious injury, at least to your plans.
The best tack is extreme caution and a healthy respect for the danger involved.