Following ䷐

“Event-driven flow — responding to signals rather than forcing outputs.”

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Trigram Composition

Upper Trigram

☱

☱ Lake (Dui)

Lower Trigram

☳

☳ Thunder (Zhen)

Binary Structure

Line 6

Yin (0)

Line 5

Yang (1)

Line 4

Yang (1)

Line 3

Yin (0)

Line 2

Yin (0)

Line 1

Yang (1)

Binary: 100110

Hexagram Meaning

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The Oracle Speaks

Thunder within the lake — the strong yields to the gentle. Supreme success through adaptation. To lead, one must first learn to follow. The event loop responds to inputs rather than forcing outputs. Rest when the time says rest. The greatest influence comes from those willing to adapt.

The Six Lines — Changing Line Oracles

When a line is “changing” (old yin or old yang), its oracle activates. These texts reveal the specific mutation occurring at that position in the hexagram.

Line 1 (Yang — solid) — Bottom

The standard is changing. Perseverance brings good fortune. Go out the door and mingle. Going forth produces achievement. The API changes; adapt or become legacy.

Line 2 (Yin — broken)

If one clings to the small boy, one loses the strong man. Choose your dependencies wisely.

Line 3 (Yin — broken)

If one clings to the strong man, one loses the little boy. Following brings what is sought. Stay with the senior path.

Line 4 (Yang — solid)

Following creates success. Perseverance brings misfortune. Be sincere and clear. There is no blame. Success through adaptation, but know when to stop following.

Line 5 (Yang — solid)

Sincere in the good. Good fortune. Following excellence with genuine devotion.

Line 6 (Yin — broken) — Top

He meets with firm allegiance and is still further bound. The king introduces him to the Western Mountain. Ultimate commitment — permanent subscription.