Hexagram Name:
Song Hexagram [Middling to Inauspicious Hexagram] Be Cautious in Disputes and Abstain from Litigation

Image Interpretation:
When there are things on one's mind, everything is difficult to do; it is just like two people competing for the same path. Both want to take the lead under the rain—who would be willing to let the other go first? This hexagram is an overlap of different trigrams (Kan below and Qian above). Contrary to the Xu hexagram, they are "mutual inverse hexagrams". Qian represents steadfastness and vigor, while Kan represents danger and 陷. The opposition between firmness and danger, between vigor and danger, is sure to give rise to disputes and litigation. Litigation is not a good thing, so one must be extremely cautious and vigilant.

Career:
Initially, things go smoothly with profits to be made, but then setbacks follow. One must be alert and extremely cautious, not clinging to one's own opinions, and make every effort to avoid getting involved in litigation disputes. Instead of that, it is better to step back and give way to others, seek reconciliation, and abide by justice, which can avoid unexpected disasters. If one gets involved in litigation, even if they win, they will end up losing in the end, with the losses outweighing the gains.

Business:
Harmony brings wealth, and suffering losses is a blessing. Never pursue ill-gotten gains. Adhere to the principles of fairness, justice, and mutual benefit in business negotiations, and try to avoid conflicts. In this way, there will be good results.

Pursuit of Fame:
Unfavorable. One still lacks the strength to compete. They should stick to purity, endure and encourage themselves, strive for self-improvement, and never be eager to show off their superiority. Rely on the help of people in positions of influence to get through difficulties as soon as possible.

Travel:
There will be many unexpected changes on the way; it is advisable to postpone the trip to another day.

Marriage:
Although it may not be entirely satisfactory, the match is still appropriate. If both parties understand each other, it is not impossible. They should handle life in a gentle manner.

Decision-Making:
One is aggressive and discontented with the status quo, striving to change their fate and surpass others. They are intelligent, quick-witted, and have the help of noble people. However, they lack perseverance, tend to show off their sharpness, offend others, and bring about the disaster of litigation. It is advisable to acknowledge reality, let things take their natural course, be content with what one has, and know when to stop. By learning lessons and taking warning, one can achieve success and fame.

六十四卦之天水讼卦: 讼卦【中下】慎争戒讼

卦名:

讼卦【中下卦】慎争戒讼

象曰

心中有事事难做，恰是二人争路走，雨下俱是要占先，谁肯让谁走一步。这个卦是异卦（下坎上乾）相叠。同需卦相反，互为“综卦”。乾为刚健，坎为险陷。刚与险，健与险，彼此反对，定生争讼。争讼非善事，务必慎重戒惧。

事业

起初顺利，有利可图，继而受挫，务必警惕，慎之又慎，不得固执已见，极力避免介入诉讼纠纷的争执之中。与其这样，不如退而让人，求得化解，安于正理，可免除意外之灾。陷入争讼，即使获胜，最后还得失去，得不偿失。

经商

和气生财，吃亏是福。切勿追求不义之财。商业谈判坚持公正公平、互利的原则，尽量避免发生冲突。这样，会有好结果。

求名

不利。自己尚缺乏竞争实力，应坚守纯正，隐忍自励，自强自勉，切莫逞强。依靠有地位的人的帮助，及早渡过难关。

外出

途中多有变故，宜改日出行。

婚恋

虽不尽人意，倒也般配，彼此理解，未尝不可。双方应以温和的方式处理生活。

决策

争强好胜，不安于现状，为改变命运和超越他人而奋斗。头脑聪颖，反应敏捷，有贵人相助。但缺乏持之以恒的毅力，容易露出锋芒，得罪他人，带来诉讼之灾。宜承认现实，顺其自然，知足，适可而止。接受教训，引以为戒，可功成名就。

What is the I Ching Oracle Sticks

The I Ching (Book of Changes) encompasses all things and regulates all beings, standing as an outstanding representative of the traditional culture of the Han ethnicity. It is traditionally said to have been written by King Wen. The sixty-four hexagrams of the I Ching, also referred to as "Golden Hexagram Divination" or "Coin Divination", are believed to have been created by King Wen of Zhou. It is said that divination based on these sixty-four hexagrams is highly accurate. The sixty-four hexagrams of the I Ching, through their combinations, reflect the philosophy of life and the laws governing the operation of nature under sixty-four different specific circumstances such as things, situations, and phenomena. Each of the sixty-four hexagrams consists of six lines (yao) and line statements (yaoci), corresponding to 384 states. Through the changes brought about by these state variations, one can understand the way all things in the world operate and the philosophy of life.