初
初六。鳴豫、凶。
Loud, showy joy—misfortune. Boasting invites trouble.
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Hexagram 16
Enthusiasm (雷地豫)
Raichi-yo / Yù
Thunder over earth—people rejoice. Enjoyment lifts morale but guard against excess.
Judgment
豫。利建侯行師。
Enthusiasm. Favorable to appoint lords and lead armies.
Joy wins hearts—use this moment to gather allies and act, without indulgence.
Line-by-Line (Yao)
Interpretations if the line changes.
二
六二。介于石、不終日、貞吉。
Firm as stone, unwavering—correctness is fortunate. Stay grounded despite excitement.
三
六三。盱豫、悔。遅有悔。
Looking up and flattering brings regret, even if delayed. Keep agency.
四
九四。由豫、大有得。勿疑、朋盍簪。
Source of joy yields great gain. Do not doubt—friends gather around you.
五
六五。貞疾、恒不死。
Illness within correctness; lasting yet not fatal. Even in strain, sincerity preserves you.
上
上六。冥豫、成有渝、无咎。
Blind indulgence—change to completion and there is no blame. Shift from pleasure to purpose.
Practical Reading
Love & Marriage
Fun dates thrive; avoid getting carried away.
Work & Career
Team spirit is high; ride the motivation forward.
Health
Mentally bright; avoid overindulgence harming habits.
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