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The Joyous

兑 (Duì)

Hexagram #58

Hexagram Structure

6
Yang Line
5
Yang Line
4
Yin Line
3
Yang Line
2
Yang Line
1
Yin Line

Upper Trigram

Lake

Lower Trigram

Lake

Core Essence

Keywords

joyharmonycommunicationfriendship

Meaning

Represents joy, harmony, and the pleasure that comes from good communication and friendship.

Guidance

Cultivate joy and good relationships. Share knowledge and learn from friends.

Classical Texts

Judgment

The Joyous. Success. Perseverance is favorable.

兑：亨，利贞。

Image

Lakes resting one on the other: the image of the Joyous. Thus the superior man joins with his friends for discussion and practice.

丽泽，兑；君子以朋友讲习。

Hexagram Story & Origin

The Joyous hexagram symbolizes the happiness of joy and communication. 'Dui' means joy and exchange, like friends gathering. Confucius said 'Having friends come from afar, isn't it joyful?' embodying the spirit of the Dui hexagram. The Dui hexagram teaches us: we should maintain a joyful attitude, be good at communicating with others, share happiness in communication, and enhance friendship in joy.

Detailed Analysis

**Hexagram Composition:** Upper Trigram: Lake Lower Trigram: Lake **Judgment Analysis:** The Joyous. Success. Perseverance is favorable. 兑：亨，利贞。 **Image Wisdom:** Lakes resting one on the other: the image of the Joyous. Thus the superior man joins with his friends for discussion and practice. 丽泽，兑；君子以朋友讲习。 **Modern Application:** In today's society, the wisdom of The Joyous can guide us: • Cultivate joy and good relationships. Share knowledge and learn from friends. • Keywords: joy, harmony, communication, friendship • Core Concept: Represents joy, harmony, and the pleasure that comes from good communication and friendship.

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