Work on What Has Been Spoiled
Decay has set in; courageous repair renews what was spoiled.
The Judgment
“Supreme success. It furthers one to cross the great water. Heed the days before and after the turning point.”
The Lines
Line texts are an original modern translation of the classical Zhou Yi (public domain).
Meaning
Wind dies at the foot of the mountain, and stagnation breeds decay. The task is to face neglected problems and set them right.
Guidance
Diagnose the rot honestly, reform what was spoiled, and guard against the same neglect returning.
When This Hexagram Appears
Inheriting or confronting a deteriorated situation that demands repair and reform.
FAQ about Hexagram 18
What does Hexagram 18, Work on What Has Been Spoiled, mean?
Work on What Has Been Spoiled (山风蛊, hexagram 18 of the I Ching). Wind dies at the foot of the mountain, and stagnation breeds decay. The task is to face neglected problems and set them right.
What is the Judgment of the Work on What Has Been Spoiled hexagram?
The Judgment reads: “Supreme success. It furthers one to cross the great water. Heed the days before and after the turning point.” Decay has set in; courageous repair renews what was spoiled.
What guidance does Hexagram 18 offer?
Diagnose the rot honestly, reform what was spoiled, and guard against the same neglect returning.
When does the Work on What Has Been Spoiled hexagram apply?
Inheriting or confronting a deteriorated situation that demands repair and reform.