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Hexagram 58

The Joyous Lake

兑为泽 · 兑 · Duì  |  Lake over Lake

Lake joined to lake; shared joy and open exchange.

JoyOpennessCommunicationEncouragement
Upper trigram
兑 · Lake
Lower trigram
兑 · Lake

The Judgment

“Success. Perseverance furthers.”

The Lines

Nine at the beginningContented joy. Good fortune.
Nine in the second placeSincere joy. Good fortune. Regret vanishes.
Six in the third placeComing to seek joy from without. Misfortune.
Nine in the fourth placeWeighing where to find joy, not yet at peace. Keeping away from the sickness of base pleasure brings gladness.
Nine in the fifth placeTrusting in what would undermine you. There is danger.
Six at the topEnticing, seductive joy.

Line texts are an original modern translation of the classical Zhou Yi (public domain).

Meaning

Lake rests upon lake—the image of joy and open communication. Genuine gladness shared among people encourages and renews.

Guidance

Cultivate sincere joy and open exchange; honest, encouraging communication lifts everyone.

When This Hexagram Appears

Times of friendship, collaboration, and open dialogue, where shared gladness strengthens bonds.

FAQ about Hexagram 58

What does Hexagram 58, The Joyous Lake, mean?

The Joyous Lake (兑为泽, hexagram 58 of the I Ching). Lake rests upon lake—the image of joy and open communication. Genuine gladness shared among people encourages and renews.

What is the Judgment of the The Joyous Lake hexagram?

The Judgment reads: “Success. Perseverance furthers.” Lake joined to lake; shared joy and open exchange.

What guidance does Hexagram 58 offer?

Cultivate sincere joy and open exchange; honest, encouraging communication lifts everyone.

When does the The Joyous Lake hexagram apply?

Times of friendship, collaboration, and open dialogue, where shared gladness strengthens bonds.

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