Hexagram  53 by James Byrd I.The Oracle   A. Hexagram fifty-three parallels that of self-development, or just plain old developmental change.  The situation is named Jian or infiltrating. Additional variations are just as I have said, development, gradual progress, and advancement. the lower trigram is gen : bound or mountain. The upper trigram is xun : wind.        1. Development, The maiden is given in marriage.         Good fortune brings good fortune.    2. Perseverance furthers. B. The Image   1. On the mountain, a tree.       a) Now we can see the image of developmental growth.       b) Thus the superior man abides in dignity and virtue,           in order to improve the mores. II. My interpretation   A. "Development" Good day to get out there and exercise, and enjoy the ...

Hexagram 23 I. The Oracle   A. Hexagram twenty-three is related to or has reference to Peeling Off , hence, the splitting apart of something. Another variation would be the idea of peeling off something such as an onion to get to the core of the origin. The time is not correct for drastic movements in any direction; at best stay still and wait on the will of heaven. Again, there is no advantage in whatever direction one might take at this time , if you do, take it slow.    1. Now is not a good time to cross the great water. I say that because as the image depicts, that of the mountain which sits upon the earth. There is no movement with this instance. There is some headway if one recognizes that like the mountain keeping still fares well at this time and yield to the times of meditation and planning for upcoming strategic activities.    2. Splitting Apart: This is the times of Falling Apart. One must at most strengthen his or her present po...

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Hexagram 8 By James Byrd I.The Oracle   A. Hexagram eight is related directly with Grouping. Another variation is the Holding Together or that of a puddle of water, it is not part of the sea or ocean, but still, it holds together within its low spot and therefore an Alliance :    1. Holding Together brings good fortune    2. Success comes from inquiring the oracle once again. Same as in marketing the early adopters will farewell, but for all latecomers, the hors d'oeuvres are depleted. It is now common knowledge. B. The Image   1. On the earth is water       a) The image of Holding together       b) Thus, the kings of antiquity bestow the different states as fiefs and cultivated friendly relations with the feudal lords II. My interpretation   A. As it was said, earlier, that puddle of water will soon dry up, and that will be due to its positioning. If ...

Hexagram  3 B y: James Byrd I.The Oracle   A. Hexagram three is called Chun, or Sprouting. Various other interpretations include Gathering Support, Hoarding or Difficulty at the Beginning. Hexagram three's lower trigram is Zhen : shake or thunder. Its upper trigram is Kan : gorge or water.      Hexagram Three   is related to Difficulty at the Beginning. Another variation would be   the idea of a coming together of two people, and the creation of a third , or water above and thunder below, which gives rise to wet weather and thunderstorms during this lapse of the year. Let us not forget   The Three Wise Men,   and there is Mary, Joseph, and Jesus. The main idea is, I am looking at this particular hexagram on  My Calendar of Days,  a lot of  Credence  folks. I have taken the first step and, we are getting there.      1. Now is a good time to reinforce your cur...

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October Twenty-First ~ God's Daily Minute “The fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, faith. ” – Gal. 5:22 ~ Our Heavenly Father, we turn to Thee in gratitude for Thy goodness, and in loving dependence upon Thy grace. Thou art our shield, our strength, our guide. Through Jesus Christ, our Lord, Thou dost forgive our sins. We trust in Thee alone. Our feeble strength can give no security in temptations, nor firmness in trial. We humbly pray for Thy sustaining grace to-day. May Thy companionship transform our daily tasks and make our weakness strong. Grant to us hearts of compassion for the sorrowing, tempted, hopeless ones whose lives shall touch ours to-day. May we follow our Saviour in helpful ministry, and may His Spirit go out from us to lead men unto Him Who alone can bless. May Thy Holy Spirit enable us to set ourselves firmly against the evils which destroy the souls of men, and do our part of the work that is needed for the coming of Thy Kingdom. Help us to ...

Hexagram  41 By: James Byrd I.The Oracle   A. Hexagram forty- one is Sun or Diminishing. Another interpretation is Decrease. The lower trigram is Dui : open, swamp or forest. The upper trigram is Gen : bound or mountain.            B. The Judgment    1. Decrease combined with sincerity         Brings about supreme good fortune        Without blame. One may be persevering in this.     2. It furthers one to undertake something. How is this to be carried out?        One may use two small bowls for the sacrifice. C. The Image   1. At the foot of the mountain, the lake:       a) The image of Decrease.       b) Thus the superior man controls his anger            And restrains his instincts. II. My interpretation ...