Hexagram 38 · Kui (Opposition)
Huo Ze Kui (Fire over Lake)
Upper: Li / Lower: Dui
Fire
Divergence and Estrangement
Judgment
Small matters bring good fortune.
Image
Fire above, the lake below: Kui; the noble person thus seeks unity in diversity. — Fire rises upward while the lake sinks downward, symbolizing divergence and estrangement; the noble person should seek harmony while preserving differences, achieving unity in diversity.
Interpretation
The Kui hexagram symbolizes divergence and disagreement. In career matters, opinions differ from others; small matters can succeed but great matters are hard to coordinate; in relationships, there may be misunderstandings and estrangement; in decision-making, seek common ground while reserving differences; small matters bring good fortune, but do not force complete agreement.