Hexagram N°59

Dispersion

La Dissolution

Huàn

Upper trigram

Wind

Lower trigram

Water

The Judgment

Dispersion. Success. The King approaches his temple. It furthers one to cross the great water. Perseverance is advantageous.

The Image

The wind blows over the water: The image of Dispersion. Thus the ancient kings offered sacrifices to the Lord and built temples.

Meaning

Dispersion, dissolution of rigidities. That which was frozen dissolves. The moment is propitious for overcoming egoism and regaining unity.

The six lines

Line 1 (bottom)

He brings help with the strength of a horse. Good fortune.

Line 2

At the moment of dispersion, he hastens to that which supports him. Remorse vanishes.

Line 3

He dissolves his ego. No remorse.

Line 4

He disperses himself from his group. Sublime good fortune. Dispersion leads to accumulation. This is something common people do not consider.

Line 5

His loud cries disperse like sweat. Dispersion! A king remains without blame.

Line 6 (top)

He disperses his blood. To depart, to stand aloof, to go forth, is without blame.