Hexagram 17 · Sui (Following)
Ze Lei Sui (Lake over Thunder)
Trigrams
Upper: Dui / Lower: Zhen
Element
Metal
Nature
Following
Judgment
Primordial success, beneficial and correct; no blame.
Image
Thunder within the lake: Sui; the noble person thus retires at dusk and rests. — Thunder rumbles within the lake, symbolizing following; the noble person should retire at dusk to rest, following the laws of nature.
Interpretation
The Sui hexagram symbolizes following and adapting to the times. In career matters, it is fitting to be amiable with others and follow the trend; in relationships, let nature take its course and do not force things; in decision-making, seize the right moment: act when it is time to act, and rest when it is time to rest; following the trend brings no blame.