Hexagram 55
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豐 (Fēng)
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Fēng
Abundance (Fullness)
Abundance (Fullness) (豐 (Fēng)): Upper Thunder, Lower Fire. The noon sun begins to tilt. Be like the sun at zenith, shining without anxiety over shadows.
Upper Trigram
Thunder
Lower Trigram
Fire
⚖ The Judgment
The noon sun begins to tilt. Be like the sun at zenith, shining without anxiety over shadows.
✧ The Image
Thunder and lightning blaze together; the noble person decides trials and executes justice.
Philosophical Interpretation
In the I Ching (Book of Changes), Hexagram 55 (Abundance (Fullness) / 豐 (Fēng)) embodies the cosmic dynamic between Thunder 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 Abundance (Fullness); 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.