卦辞 (Guàcí – Hexagram Judgment)
元亨利贞。
Great beginning, favorable outcome, benefiting all under heaven—perfection lies in harmony.
(Note: Primal vitality flows; success follows naturally when actions align with cosmic order.
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彖传 (Tuànzhuàn – Commentary on the Image)
大哉乾元！万物资始，乃顺承天。云行雨施，品物流形。大明终始，六位时成。时乘六龙以御天。乾道变化，各正性命。保合太和，乃利贞。首出庶物，万国咸宁。
How magnificent is the primal energy of Qian! All things draw their origin from it and unfold in accordance with Heaven’s will. Like clouds drifting and rain descending, myriad forms take shape across the realm. Radiant light governs cycles of birth and completion; six dynamic stages embody temporal power. Riding these ‘Six Dragons,’ one harmonizes with cosmic rhythms. The Way of Heaven transforms existence—each entity finds its rightful place. Preserving grand harmony brings enduring stability. Thus does creativity crown creation itself, bringing peace to ten thousand realms.
(Note: Six Dragons
symbolize shifting phases of influence tied to hexagram lines; ten thousand realms
evokes universal scope.)
Notes for Readers:
What is a
Guàcí
(Hexagram Judgment)?
A short verse summarizing the core principle or outcome predicted by the trigram combination. Think of it as a cosmic weather forecast—guiding decisions based on universal patterns observed since ancient times. For example, Qian’s judgment promises auspicious results when initiative aligns with natural laws.What is a
Tuànzhuàn
(Image Commentary)?
Expanded poetic analysis linking symbolism to real-world dynamics. Unlike prophecies, these commentaries interpret how shapes/lines reflect states of being (e.g., dragons rising = seizing opportunities). They bridge philosophy and practicality by showing why certain energies manifest as they do.More Interpretations Coming Soon™
Deep dives into individual line meanings (爻辞 / Yáocí), situational context (大象传 / Great Image Transmission), and subtle nuances await future exploration! Stay tuned for layered insights into each of the I Ching’s 64 gateways.