䷔ 21. Biting Through

Judgment

Biting Through has success. It is favorable to let justice be administered.

Image

Thunder and lightning: the image of Biting Through. The kings of former times made firm the laws through clearly defined penalties.

Interpretation

Hexagram 21 speaks of decisive action to overcome obstacles. Like biting through something hard, it requires force and determination. Justice must be clear, fair, and swift to restore harmony and remove what blocks progress.