Hexagram 49
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革 (Gé)
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Gé
Revolution (Molting)
Revolution (Molting) (革 (Gé)): Upper Lake, Lower Fire. On its day, complete trust is established. Sublime success when shedding obsolete forms.
Upper Trigram
Lake
Lower Trigram
Fire
⚖ The Judgment
On its day, complete trust is established. Sublime success when shedding obsolete forms.
✧ The Image
Fire within the lake; the noble person clarifies chronology and regulates calendars.
Philosophical Interpretation
In the I Ching (Book of Changes), Hexagram 49 (Revolution (Molting) / 革 (Gé)) embodies the cosmic dynamic between Lake above and Fire 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 Revolution (Molting); 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.