初
初九。歸妹以娣、跛能履、征吉。
Marrying as a younger sister; lame but can walk—going is lucky. Minor handicap but acceptable start.
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Hexagram 54
The Marrying Maiden (雷沢帰妹)
Raitaku-kimai / Guī Mèi
The younger sister marries as secondary wife—awkwardness and constraint. Observe proper steps.
Judgment
歸妹。征凶、无攸利。
Marrying maiden. Going forth is misfortune; nothing is favorable.
Haste or improper order brings trouble; wait for the right timing and formality.
Line-by-Line (Yao)
Interpretations if the line changes.
二
六二。眇能視、利幽人之貞。
One-eyed but able to see—beneficial for a secluded person’s correctness. Limited view suits a modest role.
三
六三。歸妹以須、反歸以娣。
Waiting to marry; returning as a secondary wife. Delays and lowered position.
四
九四。歸妹愆期、遲歸有時。
Marriage misses its time; late return has its own timing. Delay may be necessary.
五
六五。帝乙歸妹、其君之袂不如其娣之袂良。月幾望、吉。
Emperor Yi marries off the maiden; the ruler’s sleeves not as fine as the younger’s. Moon nearly full—good fortune. Formal but modest ceremony works.
上
上六。女承筐无實、士刲羊无血。无攸利。
Woman holds an empty basket; man slaughters a sheep with no blood. Nothing is favorable. Ritual without substance fails.
Practical Reading
Love & Marriage
Rushed or irregular unions risk problems; proceed carefully.
Work & Career
Follow formal processes; shortcuts backfire.
Health
Stick to basics; avoid rash changes.
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