Grace
Fire lights the mountain; form and beauty adorn substance.
The Judgment
“Success. In small matters it is favorable to undertake something.”
The Lines
Line texts are an original modern translation of the classical Zhou Yi (public domain).
Meaning
Fire glows at the foot of the mountain, lending beauty and form. Grace and presentation matter, yet they adorn substance rather than replace it.
Guidance
Attend to form and presentation, but never let style outrun real content.
When This Hexagram Appears
Refining appearance, communication, or design—where good form supports, not substitutes for, substance.
FAQ about Hexagram 22
What does Hexagram 22, Grace, mean?
Grace (山火贲, hexagram 22 of the I Ching). Fire glows at the foot of the mountain, lending beauty and form. Grace and presentation matter, yet they adorn substance rather than replace it.
What is the Judgment of the Grace hexagram?
The Judgment reads: “Success. In small matters it is favorable to undertake something.” Fire lights the mountain; form and beauty adorn substance.
What guidance does Hexagram 22 offer?
Attend to form and presentation, but never let style outrun real content.
When does the Grace hexagram apply?
Refining appearance, communication, or design—where good form supports, not substitutes for, substance.