Hexagram 56: The Wanderer

Hexagram 56: The Wanderer By: James Byrd I. The Oracle A. Meaning and Imagery Hexagram 56 is called Lü , or The Wanderer . Alternative interpretations include The Traveling Stranger , Sojourning , or The Visitor . This hexagram is composed of two trigrams: the lower trigram Gen (Mountain) and the upper trigram Li (Fire). The imagery evokes a scene of fire on the mountain , symbolizing impermanence, movement, and a fleeting presence. B. The Judgment The Wanderer. Success through smallness. Perseverance brings good fortune—to the Wanderer. This hexagram teaches that the traveler should maintain humility and adaptability. It is not a time for grand ambitions but rather for careful navigation and learning from the journey. Success comes not from dominance but from attentiveness and restraint. C. The Image Fire on the mountain: a) This symbolizes The Wanderer —one who does not stay in one place for long but moves with purpose and awareness. b) Thus, the superior man is clear-minded ...