䷹ 58. Das Heitere

Judgment

The Joyous. Success. Perseverance is favorable.

Image

Lakes resting one on the other: the image of the Joyous. The superior person joins with his friends for discussion and practice.

Interpretation

Hexagram 58 celebrates the power of genuine joy and the pleasure of shared learning. Like two lakes connected, joy multiplies when shared. True happiness comes from inner strength expressed through warmth, openness, and mutual encouragement.