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  Hexagram 4: Meng or Enveloping "The Future: 2020" By: James Byrd I. The Oracle A. Understanding Hexagram 4 Hexagram 4 is known as Meng or Enveloping. It carries additional interpretations such as Discovering , Young Shoot , or Youthful Folly . This hexagram is constructed with the lower trigram of Kan , symbolizing a gorge or water, and the upper trigram of Gen , representing a bound or mountain. Together, these trigrams create a complex image that conveys a deeper meaning about the journey of youth and learning. B. The Judgment Youthful Folly brings success. The narrative here suggests that it is not the oracle that seeks the young fool, but rather the young fool who seeks the oracle. This implies an eagerness or curiosity present in youth to learn and grow. At the first inquiry, the oracle provides guidance and information. However, if the young fool repeatedly asks the same questions, it becomes a matter of importunity. Persistent importunity does not yield further info...