I Ching

Hexagram 22 — Grace Bi

Hexagram 22, Grace — the six lines

Classical meaning

Success. It is slightly favorable to have a destination.

賁。亨。小利有所往。

Image: Fire at the foot of the mountain: the image of grace. The noble one clarifies matters but does not decide with embellishments.

It speaks of beauty, refined form, and elegance in gestures and spirit.

The six lines

Line 1. Adorns the feet. Leaves the carriage and walks on foot. Value the essential. Let go of the superfluous and proceed with simplicity, for true beauty lies in naturalness.
Line 2. Adorns the beard. Do not get lost in empty embellishments. Appearance should reflect content, not replace it.
Line 3. It is adorned with gentleness. Enduring perseverance brings good fortune. Be constant and simple. True grace lies in moderation and balance over time.
Line 4. It is adorned in a clear and pure manner. The white horse approaches swiftly. It is not an enemy, but a marital union. Trust the signs of purity and sincerity. Not every approach is a threat; some bring unity.
Line 5. It adorns the garden and the hill. It offers modest bundles of silk. It is a cause for lament, but in the end brings fortune. Accept that what is offered does not always impress by its form, but by the heart. Modesty yields good fruits.
Line 6. White ornament. No fault. Absolute simplicity is the greatest ornament. When nothing is excessive, there is no error.
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