Into a love situation

[jte]

Hi, Anonymous -

I'm not an expert on either topic, love or Hex. 26. (In fact, I wonder if there are any true living "experts" in regards to that particular hexagram.) It's also a little difficult to help interpret without knowing what question you asked. I have, however, received this hexagram in regards to a relationship, so I'll give my input in hopes that it's helpful to you.

As you might deduce from the description of the topmost line, 26 is very significant: it suggests that this relationship has the potential to have a major impact on your life.

Lines #3 and 6 are correlates - they work (grow, improve) together. Their correlation is extremely promising - assuming that this represents you and your love interest, it sounds like there is a great deal of potential, if the relationship goes well. Some of that growth will most likely be spiritual (in addition to whatever other kinds of growth may occur). It is possible (but unlikely, I think) that line 6 represents someone else, such as someone you respect or look to for advice (possibly even the I Ching itself) that you could or will grow with.

Line 1 is quite contrary - it suggests that there are either obstacles to the relationship or reasons why it wouldn't be a good idea. It might represent factors such as: a 3rd party - an ex, rival, or perhaps parents who would oppose the relationship? Or, maybe it is inappropriate for the environment (for example, an office romance)? Maybe it is an (ultimately unhealthy) emotional infatuation? or maybe a good relationship, but something that just can't last?

In sum, some intervening factor must be overcome. It may be a matter of doing, or it may be a matter of NOT doing (perhaps just waiting a while for intervening conditions to change). Possibly, it is ultimately for the best that the obstacle not be overcome despite the relationship's potential - consider that possibility: are you *looking for* something that could have a big impact on your life? Would this relationship possibly hurt someone else?

26 changes to 7 (group action). To me, this suggests that finding assistance or helpers is the best way to overcome the obstacle. It also suggests that you and your love interest will become very important to each other (which is only natural, I suppose ).

Hope this helped and sorry to be vague - I'm betting others will chime with additional insights.

By the way, are you experiencing a lot of Jungian synchronicities that tie into this relationship (if you're not familiar with what these are, just do a Web search on them, you'll get the idea)? If so, I'd say it's a further indication that it could be a very significant relationship for you.

Best of luck...

- Jeff

 

[jte]

A more succinct way of putting this might be:

Resolving the difficulties inherent in the situation will help you grow/develop, possibly in ways that you don't anticipate and possibly irrespective of the relationship's outcome. Line 6 might be you once the situation plays itself out... just remember to do what's right.


Anyone smarter than me 'round here going to step up to the plate and help out out yon anonymous querent?

- Jeff

 

[dobro p]

26.1 - There's a danger in this situation somewhere. End it.

26.3 - You're chasing this relationship, the other person, or something valuable to you in this relationship. It's tough to do what you think is right, but that's exactly what you should do. Protect what you've got, and move things forward according to a conscious plan.

26.6 - Trying to get beyond the merely earthly, you attain, you grow.

Sounds like a lot of interesting relationships with potential that I've known LOL.

 

[madversity]

hi. i agree with jeff. the image tradition speaks of"staunch substance", implying your relationshape has true potential and value.

looking at the inner and outer aspects we see u symbolized by force, ending the metallic moment. your love interest is bound, which completes a complete yin/yang cycle. karcher and ritsema interpret: " the outer limit retains and accumulates heaven's great inner force bringing it to completion."

i would also pay attention to the sequence of your answer, which follows 'returning' and 'without embroiling', which r essentially positive in your context.

the advice the Yi gives u is to..."use the numerous recorded preceding words going to move.
this may come to remind u that although u r in a very active and creative stage, u r at risk of consuming yourself and the potential of your relationship.

i always remember k & r's advice when speaking of the first two hex's. pure yin or yang would lead either to "parching exhaustion" or "complete stagnation". it seems the Yi is warning u of such one-sidedness and perhaps rely on previous accomplishments for the moment.

as for the lines, i view them as belonging either to the inner or outer trigram and to their past, present and future time zones.

line one, still b4 u, im not sure that climax means end it, cuz that doesnt work in with what the text of 26 as a whole. dunno. it speaks of adversity, but that isnt a sure bad thing and...it goes on to say "not opposing calamity. so i dunno if its a if/then clause...if u dont end it (do not oppose calamity), or just preparing u for bumpy times.

in line 3, which was, u r pursuing a fine horse and harvesting was a time of drudgery in whih an enclosed cart lead by u is escorting u in your pursuit (accompany, protect, guard, defend/honor/restrain/military outpost). mayb u rwere escorting your mare in her flight...?

well im pooped and cant continue reading, oh the shame, sorry. i hope i sayd something u find relevant. pause, and then go on to lead her home. good luck.
good luck.