Hexagram 8: Holding Together (Grouping)
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------------------------------------------------- Hexagram 8: Holding Together (Grouping) "The Future: 2027" I. The Oracle A. Central Theme: Grouping and Alliance Hexagram 8 symbolizes the concept of Holding Together, which is fundamentally about forming alliances and finding unity. Picture a puddle of water, separate from the vast sea or ocean yet cohesive within its boundaries. This small body of water represents the delicate balance of a group or community: Unity Brings Good Fortune Success in Holding Together stems from proactive steps, such as revisiting the oracle for guidance. Similarly, in modern contexts like marketing, early adopters reap the benefits of innovation, while latecomers often find the opportunities diminished—the hors d’oeuvres are gone, and the excitement has transitioned into established norms. B. The Image "On the earth is water" a) This illustrates Holding Together as a natural process. b) In ancient times, kings would foster unit...