Have you ever experienced conflict due to misunderstandings? The ancient wisdom of I Ching introduces 'Kui', hexagram 38 🎴, which stands for Diversity and Opposition. It suggests that misunderstandings commonly occur when we view things from different perspectives.' Kui' is a symbol of diversity and opposition. Still, it also represents the potential for unity and harmony. It teaches us that conflicts often arise from our unique viewpoints, but by embracing diversity and seeking common ground, we can resolve these conflicts.
Everyone has their unique viewpoint, don't they? This individual diversity, although beautiful, often leads to disagreements. So, how do we handle this?🧐 Kui teaches us to seek unity in diversity to find common ground amidst disagreement, leading to a hopeful resolution.
Remember, it's not just essential, but empowering to have open and sincere conversations to resolve conflicts. This approach brings harmony and strengthens relationships in what may seem like a disharmonious situation.
So, the next time you face opposition or disagreement, think about 'Kui,' embrace diversity, and find the common linking factor! 🌈
What is this about?
This Gua, or hexagram, describes King Wen's difficulties at the beginning of his revolution against the tyrant Shang King Zhou Wang. Of all the Gua, the line texts comprising Kui are the most visual. This historical context is important because it shows how the wisdom of 'Kui' was applied in a real-life conflict, providing a powerful example of its relevance to conflict resolution.
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38.0 小事，吉
There is worth in small matters. It is difficult to agree on essential issues when people hold opposing views. However, in minor cases, people can agree and cooperate. For example, while people suffered King Shang's terror reign, some thought a civil war was necessary. Others sought to correct the corruption threatening the government. With diverging viewpoints, a positive outcome can only be had in minor matters.
38.1 初九悔亡。喪馬勿逐。自，復。見惡人无咎
Yang on Line 1: Forget about regrettable things. When a horse is lost, do not look for it. It will return by itself. When you meet a mean-spirited man, he is harmless. People may leave out of frustration if disagreements occur within your organisation/family/relationship. Please do not waste time trying to win them back. They will return on their own accord, realising the conflict was only a misunderstanding. You will not be harmed if you encounter a mean-spirited and cruel individual. You will recognise their lousy attitude and malicious intentions.
38.2 九二遇主于巷，无咎
Yang on Line 2: Meeting the master in the lane does not give rise to embarrassment. Here, “master" refers to King Wen. His son, the Duke of Zhou, comforted people who disagreed with his father. He advised that they should not feel embarrassed if they met him unexpectedly. Likewise, if you disagree with your boss, do not feel uneasy if you meet them at a social function. It is an opportunity to remove the misunderstanding.
38.3 六三見輿曳其牛掣。其人天且劓。无初，有終
Yin on Line 3: The carriage has stopped. The ox has pulled away. The man in the carriage is angry, like a person who has suffered tattooing on the forehead and amputation of the nose. The beginning is horrible, but the ending is fortunate. In ancient China, a convicted criminal was maimed, the disfigurement insulting his dignity. The Duke of Zhou used this analogy to explain King Wen’s anger about being placed under house arrest by the Shang King. Your ideas are rejected, and your power is stripped. Despite the humiliation, the outcome will be positive.
38.4 九四睽孤。遇元夫。交孚，厲，无咎
Yang on Line 4: Betrayed, you feel isolated. You will meet an honourable man who is sincere to you. The situation is dangerous, but there will be no mistake. King Wen had sympathisers in the Shang court who joined him in opposing King Shang. Yet, despite this, no one supported him when King Wen spoke out. King Wen felt betrayed. That is until Jiang Ziya stepped forth to fill the void. Jiang Ziya was King Wen's advisor and military consultant. A wise man, he helped the king win the revolution. Although you may feel isolated, detached, and without support, you will soon meet a trustworthy person who will advise you. You will not make a mistake in this challenging period.
38.5 六五悔亡。厥宗噬膚。往何咎？
Yin on Line 5: Forget that which you regret. Being betrayed by a person you trust is like being bitten. While it is painful, move forward. When King Wen voiced his opinion against King Shang's tyrannies, he gained no open support. As a result, he felt betrayed. Yet, he chose to forgive and forget. Do the same. Do not hold a grudge. Get on with your life.
38.6 上九睽孤，見豕負塗。載鬼一車。先張之弧；後說之弧。匪寇婚媾。往遇雨則，吉
Yang on Line 6: Isolated, you see a pig covered with mud pulling a cart filled with devils. You draw your bow. When you are about to shoot, you tell yourself to relax. These devils are not robbers. They are coming for a wedding. The ''pig covered with mud" is a dirty man pulling a cart filled with foreigners. These lines refer to King Wen forming alliances with distant tribes. If you encounter a stranger, do not be alarmed. They come in peace and seek to befriend you.
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