䷑ 18. El Trabajo sobre lo Corrompido

Judgment

Work on What Has Been Spoiled has supreme success. It furthers one to cross the great water. Before the starting point, three days. After the starting point, three days.

Image

The wind blows low on the mountain: the image of Decay. The superior person stirs up the people and strengthens their spirit.

Interpretation

Hexagram 18 addresses the need to repair what has been corrupted or neglected. Like wind eroding a mountain, decay happens gradually. Restoration requires careful preparation, deliberate action, and follow-through to ensure lasting improvement.