Basic Information
| Attribute | Details |
|---|---|
| Chinese Name | 同人 (Tóng Rén) |
| English Name | Fellowship with Men / Community |
| Trigrams | Heaven over Fire (乾上离下) |
| Number | 13 of 64 |
The Text (Yijing Classic)
Judgment (卦辞 Guàcí)
Fellowship with men in the open. Success. It furthers one to cross the great water. The perseverance of the superior man furthers.
The Image (象辞 Xiàngcí)
Heaven together with fire: the image of Fellowship with Men. Thus the superior man organizes the clans and makes distinctions between things.
The Six Lines (爻辞 Yáocí)
| Line | Position | Text | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|
| 初九 | Bottom | Fellowship with men at the gate. No blame. | Acceptable situation; no error in this approach |
| 六二 | 2nd | Fellowship with men in the clan. Humiliation. | Overstepping brings shame; know your place |
| 九三 | 3rd | He hides weapons in the thicket; he climbs the high hill. For three years he does not rise. | Reflect carefully on the situation before acting |
| 九四 | 4th | He climbs up on his wall; he cannot attack. Good fortune. | Favorable outcome; stay the course |
| 九五 | 5th | Men bound in fellowship first weep and lament, but afterward they laugh. After great struggles they succeed in meeting. | Reflect carefully on the situation before acting |
| 上九 | Top | Fellowship with men in the meadow. No remorse. | Reflect carefully on the situation before acting |
Core Meanings
Essence (本质)
- True community based on shared principles, not exclusivity
- Upper trigram Heaven (creative and strong) over lower trigram Fire (bright and clinging)
- Embodies the qualities of community, fellowship, openness and cooperation, unity, shared vision
Keywords
CommunityFellowshipOpennessCooperationUnityShared vision
Divination & Prediction
★★★★☆Auspicious
| Aspect | Prediction |
|---|---|
| Overall | Favorable conditions ahead. True community based on shared principles, not exclusivity Channel the energy of community and fellowship for maximum benefit. |
| Timing | Conditions favor action now. Move forward with confidence. |
| Challenge | Maintain focus on openness to avoid complacency in favorable times. |
Applications in Life
Business & Career
In business, this hexagram counsels community and fellowship. The Heaven trigram above suggests creative and strong energy in your outer dealings, while the Fire trigram below points to bright and clinging foundations. Conditions favor bold moves and expansion.
Health & Wellness
Focus on lungs and head and heart and eyes. Your vitality is strong — channel it through regular exercise and disciplined routines.
Relationships
In relationships, embody community and fellowship. Openness and confidence strengthen bonds. Take initiative in resolving issues.
Education & Growth
For learning, this hexagram emphasizes openness and cooperation. Excellent conditions for mastery. Pursue ambitious studies.
Practical Wisdom
Do
- Cultivate community in all your actions
- Practice fellowship consistently
- Embrace openness as your guiding principle
- Develop cooperation through daily practice
Don’t
- Neglect the importance of unity
- Abandon shared vision under pressure
- Act impulsively without considering consequences
Comparative Hexagrams
| Hexagram | Relationship |
|---|---|
| 7. Shī (师) | The Army — organized group under hierarchy |
| 37. Jiā Rén (家人) | The Family — fellowship in domestic sphere |
| 14. Dà Yǒu (大有) | Great Possession — fruit of true fellowship |
Sample Reading Dialogue
Querent: “Should I form an exclusive mastermind group or an open community?”
You received Hexagram 13, Fellowship with Men. The judgment says: 'Fellowship with men in the open. Success. It furthers one to cross the great wat...' True community based on shared principles, not exclusivity This is a favorable sign. The energy of community supports your intention. Move forward with openness, but remain mindful of proper timing.