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Since hexagram is generated randomly, why should we trust its reading? Is there magic in Divination?

Since hexagram is generated randomly, why should we trust its reading? Is there magic in Divination? Yijing is based on the idea of synchronicity, a psychological concept, that said events are "meaningful coincidences" if they occur with no causal relationship yet seem to be meaningfully related.  This means that the randomly generated hexagram is not significant in itself, but the meaning and insight it provides at a particular moment can be seen as synchronistically linked to the situation or question at hand Thus, it's not so much about the specific hexagram that is generated, but more about the reflective process it initiates. The interpretations help you to view your circumstances from different perspectives and could uncover insights that you hadn't considered before While the hexagram is generated randomly, its value in divination comes from the interpretive process and the meaningful connections one draws between the hexagram, its texts, and their own life or ...

Seeking Good Fortune and Avoiding Disaster 趋吉避凶

Seeking Good Fortune and Avoiding Disaster 趋吉避凶 Understanding 趋吉避凶 in the Context of Yijing Divination Seeking Harmony: Yijing teaches the importance of aligning oneself with the natural flow of the universe. By understanding and adhering to this flow, one aims to attract positive outcomes (吉, jí) and avoid negative ones (凶, xiōng). Responsive Action : Yijing encourages responsiveness to changing circumstances. By interpreting the hexagrams, one seeks to understand the best course of action that will lead to auspicious results and steer clear of misfortune. Yijing Divination Example Imagine a business owner facing a critical decision about expanding their company. They turn to Yijing for guidance. After casting the yarrow sticks or coins, they derive a hexagram that suggests caution and the need for careful planning. The lines of the hexagram might imply that rapid expansion could lead to overextension and potential failure (凶), while a more measured approach, perhaps focusing on conso...