Basic Information
| Attribute | Details |
|---|---|
| Chinese Name | 兑 (Duì) |
| English Name | The Joyous / Lake / Delight |
| Trigrams | Lake over Lake (兑上兑下) |
| Number | 58 of 64 |
The Text (Yijing Classic)
Judgment (卦辞 Guàcí)
The Joyous. Success. Perseverance is favorable.
The Image (象辞 Xiàngcí)
Lakes resting one on the other: the image of the Joyous. Thus the superior man joins with his friends for discussion and practice.
The Six Lines (爻辞 Yáocí)
| Line | Position | Text | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|
| 初九 | Bottom | Contented joyousness. Good fortune. | Favorable outcome; stay the course |
| 九二 | 2nd | Sincere joyousness. Good fortune. Remorse disappears. | Favorable outcome; stay the course |
| 六三 | 3rd | Coming joyousness. Misfortune. | Unfavorable; exercise caution and restraint |
| 九四 | 4th | Joyousness that is weighed is not at peace. After ridding himself of mistakes a man has joy. | Reflect carefully on the situation before acting |
| 九五 | 5th | Dangerous alliance with that which is being disintegrated. | Awareness of risk is itself protective |
| 上六 | Top | Seductive joyousness. | Reflect carefully on the situation before acting |
Core Meanings
Essence (本质)
- Lakes joined together; joy through sharing and open communication
- Upper trigram Lake (joyous and open) over lower trigram Lake (joyous and open)
- Embodies the qualities of joy, communication, sharing and friendship, openness, delight
Keywords
JoyCommunicationSharingFriendshipOpennessDelight
Divination & Prediction
★★★★☆Auspicious
| Aspect | Prediction |
|---|---|
| Overall | Favorable conditions ahead. Lakes joined together; joy through sharing and open communication Channel the energy of joy and communication for maximum benefit. |
| Timing | Conditions favor action now. Move forward with confidence. |
| Challenge | Maintain focus on sharing to avoid complacency in favorable times. |
Applications in Life
Business & Career
In business, this hexagram counsels joy and communication. The Lake trigram above suggests joyous and open energy in your outer dealings, while the Lake trigram below points to joyous and open foundations. Conditions favor bold moves and expansion.
Health & Wellness
Focus on mouth and respiratory and mouth and respiratory. Your vitality is strong — channel it through regular exercise and disciplined routines.
Relationships
In relationships, embody joy and communication. Openness and confidence strengthen bonds. Take initiative in resolving issues.
Education & Growth
For learning, this hexagram emphasizes sharing and friendship. Excellent conditions for mastery. Pursue ambitious studies.
Practical Wisdom
Do
- Cultivate joy in all your actions
- Practice communication consistently
- Embrace sharing as your guiding principle
- Develop friendship through daily practice
Don’t
- Neglect the importance of openness
- Abandon delight under pressure
- Act impulsively without considering consequences
Comparative Hexagrams
| Hexagram | Relationship |
|---|---|
| 57. Xùn (巽) | The Gentle — complementary inner strength |
| 31. Xián (咸) | Influence — attraction through openness |
| 10. Lǚ (履) | Treading — joy that lightens the path |
Sample Reading Dialogue
Querent: “Is now a good time to host a gathering of friends and colleagues?”
You received Hexagram 58, The Joyous. The judgment says: 'The Joyous. Success. Perseverance is favorable....' Lakes joined together; joy through sharing and open communication This is a favorable sign. The energy of joy supports your intention. Move forward with sharing, but remain mindful of proper timing.