The Hexagram of Regulation
 

Regulation. Prosperous, but to suffer from regulation is not upright.

The Image says: Water on the marsh, regulation. The superior person establishes standards and deliberates on moral conduct.

Explanation in Simple Language:

Regulation Hexagram: Prosperous. If one suffers from regulation, then its fortune or misfortune cannot be divined.

"The Image Commentary" says: This hexagram has the trigrams of Dui (Lake) below and Kan (Water) above. A lake with water, thus requiring a high dike to prevent overflow, which represents the image of the Regulation Hexagram. The superior person observes this image and establishes political systems and ethical principles.

Shao Yong's River Luo Li Shu Interpretation:

Maintaining discipline, stopping at the right time; assessing the situation, knowing how to adapt.

Slight Misfortune: Those who obtain this hexagram should abide by their duties and avoid greed. All matters must be regulated, not excessive, and especially avoid alcohol and lust.

Fu Peirong's Hexagram Interpretation Manual:

Timing: Upright character, fame and profit will follow naturally.

Finance: Honest business, wealth can be sought.

Family: A wealthy family; marriage is auspicious.

Health: Regulate diet.
 

Chang Mingren's Interpretation (Taiwan):

Regulation: Represents the image of restraint. It is a condition hexagram, indicating uncertainty between good and bad. The image shown in the hexagram reminds the diviner that there is an overindulgence in all matters, especially in finances. Investment and financial management require restraint for safety. In relationships, pay attention to your words and actions, as there may be signs of excess or indulgence towards the other party.

• Explanation: Restraint, frugality.
• Characteristics: High ideals, but there is a big gap with reality, yet there is long-term perseverance. Those with determination will succeed. Treat others kindly, and be strict with oneself, which brings a good social reputation.
• Outlook: Although one's aspirations cannot be fulfilled, all matters must be restrained, not excessive, and especially avoid alcohol and lust.
• Family Outlook: Adhering to the norms of being a person and handling affairs will bring peace and happiness in the family.
• Disease: Pay attention to urinary and digestive system diseases, and seek medical help promptly.
• Pregnancy: One may pray to the gods for a safe delivery, otherwise there may be danger.
• Children: Children are usually gentle and filial. However, if elders behave improperly, it may lead to loss and regret.
• Cash flow: Far water cannot save near fire. No hope.
• Business: Not the right time.
• Waiting for someone: They won't come, or you need to wait a long time.
• Searching for someone: All the people said are lies. He is hiding somewhere, no need to search. He will return himself.
• Lost items: Can't be recovered.
• Travel: Bold travel is smooth.
• Examination: Must strive for progress, not neglectful.
• Lawsuit: The situation is stuck, it is better to yield to resolve the lawsuit.
• Seeking something: Wait for the right timing, the success rate is low.
• Changing profession: Not advisable.
• Starting a business: It is advisable to proceed slowly, after careful planning.

[Top Hexagram] Water over Lake (Regulation Hexagram) Everything Has Its Limits

60th Hexagram of the 64 Hexagrams of the I Ching

Image says When the right time comes, joy arises, like Jiang Tai Gong ascending the throne and being enshrined as a god. At this point, all deities retreat, even if there is a disaster, it does not become a disaster.

This hexagram consists of the trigrams of Dui (Lake) below and Kan (Water) above. Dui represents a lake, and Kan represents water. A lake has water, but it is limited, and if too much, it will overflow beyond the lake. Therefore, there must be regulation, hence the name "Regulation." The Regulation Hexagram is opposite to the Hexagram of Dispersion, and they are mutual complements, used together. Heaven and Earth have limits to maintain renewal, the country has limits to ensure stability, and individuals have limits to achieve perfection.

Career It is currently in a development phase, so one must be cautious not to rush ahead. But one should also not abandon a good opportunity. As long as one persists in following the principles of benefiting and upholding righteousness, one can boldly take action. Thus, the career can continue to flourish and develop.

Commerce The market is favorable, and it is very beneficial for oneself. One should strive to expand, and not miss the opportunity. However, one's mind must remain calm, and investments should be limited, stopping at the right time, and taking the initiative to withdraw when necessary.

Aspirations One must strictly demand oneself, know the limits of action, and avoid extremes, which allows for smooth progress without obstacles.

Travel Bold travel is smooth.

Marriage Do not fall into an uncontrollable emotional state; let things develop naturally, and there will be a good outcome.

Decision-making Seize the opportunity and do not miss the chance. Appropriately regulate one’s actions, do not force, nor take risks, but act just right. Everything should not be rigid; change when necessary. However, one must regulate when necessary. Regulation must have limits; excessive regulation becomes suffering, and will not result in a good outcome. This is called the opposite of what is intended, and one must be very careful about it.