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  Hexagram 13: Fellowship with Men By James Byrd I. The Oracle A. Hexagram Structure Tong Ren (Concording People) is also interpreted as Fellowship with Men or Gathering Men. Lower trigram : Li (Fire/Radiance). Upper trigram : Qian (Heaven/Force). B. The Judgment Fellowship with Men in the open. Success. It furthers one to cross the great water. The perseverance of the superior man furthers. C. The Image Heaven together with fire: The image of Fellowship with Men. The superior man organizes the clans and makes distinctions between things. II. My Interpretation A. Universal Fellowship Hexagram 13 encourages openness and the pursuit of fellowship beyond familial or cultural boundaries. It reminds us that limiting ourselves to familiar groups can hinder personal growth, much like the prisoners in Plato's Allegory of the Cave , who perceive only shadows of reality. This hexagram invites the superior man to expand his knowledge and understanding, fostering connec...

The Future: 2027 . Hexagram 13: Fellowship with Men (Tong Ren) The Oracle Structure Lower Trigram : Li (Fire, Radiance). Upper Trigram : Qian (Heaven, Force). Judgment Fellowship with men in the open brings success. It is beneficial to cross the great water. Perseverance of the superior man furthers growth and unity. The Image Heaven together with fire symbolizes fellowship. The superior man organizes the clans and makes clear distinctions between things. Interpretation: Fellowship Beyond Boundaries Hexagram 13 calls for the cultivation of fellowship that transcends familial and cultural boundaries, highlighting the importance of universal connection. It encourages forming alliances based on shared values and mutual respect, fostering harmony in a diverse world. This can be compared to Plato's Allegory of the Cave , where individuals must step beyond the shadows of their limited experiences to discover the broader truths of...