Hexagram 40
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解 (Xiè)
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Xiè
Deliverance (Release)
Deliverance (Release) (解 (Xiè)): Upper Thunder, Lower Water. Pardon faults and forgive transgressions. Act promptly once liberation arrives.
Upper Trigram
Thunder
Lower Trigram
Water
⚖ The Judgment
Pardon faults and forgive transgressions. Act promptly once liberation arrives.
✧ The Image
Thunder and rain burst forth; the noble person forgives errors and remits punishments.
Philosophical Interpretation
In the I Ching (Book of Changes), Hexagram 40 (Deliverance (Release) / 解 (Xiè)) embodies the cosmic dynamic between Thunder above and Water below. It teaches that wisdom arises from understanding seasonal transitions and adhering to moral constancy.
The Six Changing Lines
- 1 Line 1: Beginning phase of Deliverance (Release); observe quiet reserve.
- 2 Line 2: Inner equilibrium aligned with virtuous company.
- 3 Line 3: Transition point; rash action invites complication.
- 4 Line 4: Deep breakthrough; sincerity dissipates lingering doubts.
- 5 Line 5: Central sovereign seat; radiant integrity guides the collective.
- 6 Line 6: Culmination and apex; beware hubris as the cycle turns.