Credit | Youtube.com The Lines Bottom. [6] A man who travels afar moves amongst people whose customs are unfamiliar to him, as his manners are unfamiliar to them. This is not the time to engage in trivial or superficial activities that might easily be misunderstood or incorrectly interpreted. A stranger in a strange place cannot…

Credit | FREE WILL MAGIK The Lines Bottom. [6] At the very beginning of relationships, the interplay of influence is hardly noticed. The parties are acquainted with one another, the possibilities of a deeper relationship are present, but whether the relationship will develop or not remains to be seen — it may, or it may…

  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.…

Credit | FREE WILL MAGIK The Lines Bottom. [6] A young man seeking the path of wisdom and truth starts out with no one to help him. He must struggle along on his own, it is difficult for him to discern the right path, and his progress is slow and hesitant. He is honest and open,…

  Hexagram 36   by James Byrd I. The Oracle  A. Hexagram thirty-six is related to Diminishing of the Light, hence, retreating and hiding one’s true intellectual position. Another variation would be just as the Sun hides its brilliance at times, so should the Superior person during times of difficulties. Hence, it furthers one to be persevering. It…

Credit | FREE WILL MAGIK The Lines Bottom. [9] At the very beginning, when the time is auspicious for the superior man finally to overcome past difficulties, it is essential that he carefully gauge his ability to advance. A set-back at this time could be devastating, and would probably abort his entire mission. Because it is…

Credit | FREE WILL MAGIK The Lines Bottom. [6] At the very beginning is the time to put an end to an inferior element that has somehow sneaked in. If, because it is small and weak, it is allowed to take root and grow, it will become enormous trouble. Small causes often give rise to big…

  Hexagram 18    by James Byrd I. The Oracle  A. Hexagram eighteen is related directly with Decay. Another variation is the idea of Fixing or working on that which is decaying or that which is spoiled, or we can say, when the sailboat is not out at sea, work on the sails because due to weather the…