Lei Ze Gui Mei (Thunder over Lake)
Upper: Zhen / Lower: Dui
Wood
The Marrying Maiden
Going forward brings misfortune; there is nothing beneficial.
Thunder above the lake: Gui Mei; the noble person thus knows the difficulty of a permanent end and perceives its flaws. — There is thunder above the lake, symbolizing the marriage of a young maiden; the noble person should know the difficulty of achieving a lasting good end and perceive its inherent flaws.
The Gui Mei hexagram symbolizes the marriage of a young maiden, which goes against the proper order. In career matters, it is not advisable to force progress; it may backfire; in relationships, there may be impropriety in the marriage; in decision-making, going forward brings misfortune; one should proceed with caution, seeking a lasting and fulfilling outcome while knowing its flaws.
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