Hexagram 37 - Community & Social Circle
Hexagram 37 shows that you must unite with some people to become stronger. It may not seem like it, but the truth is that there are certain things in your life that you will not be able to achieve alone.
Hexagram 37 also shows that if you ally yourself with the wrong people you will have a lot of chaos in your life. Alliances are good, but they need to be chosen well.
Hexagram 37 Symbol
Hexagram 37 is composed of 4 unbroken and 2 broken horizontal lines. This symbol is associated with strength in unity
Hexagram 37 Strength in Unity Inclusivity and Empowerment Conflict and Disunity |
In today’s world, community is a word often looked down upon because of its association with negativity and toxicity. However, things were never meant to be this way. Human beings thrive in togetherness and community because it gives them the heroic feeling that they’re part of something much bigger.
When your community happens to be on the verge of falling apart, Hexagram 37 from the I Ching can be your guide on how you can reconnect all the pieces and maintain harmony during unsettling times.
Guidance:
- The make-up of acommunity matters in every way possible! When chaos is faced on a large scale, one person cannot undo the damage but good and strong people collectively can.
- Even on a personal level, community has the power to make one feel alive and seen. In a good community, even a person who believes he means nothing gets a say in big decisions and changes.
- In a professional/work setting, a well-motivated and disciplined community can elevate you towards new levels of success in your field.
Warnings:
- Despite there being numerous benefits to community and joining hands with a larger body, there still will be a few exceptions that only thrive in solitude.
- No community/homeland is better than a toxic one. When a union you put faith in begins to exploit its people or wrong them repeatedly, one is better off living in no man’s land.
- A large number of people being part of something can be an open invitation for conflict and disagreements.
Hexagram 37 Message
A community begins with its people and ends with its people. When the people who make up a communal body have good intentions, strong morals, and integrity, it survives harsh circumstances and trouble like none other. One must take pride in being part of such a community and even invite wanderers who may be looking to associate with something bigger to join in.
A community holds infinite power and the spirit of togetherness can make people do so much more than they can ever imagine; this is the kind of energy that brings real meaningful change in this world!
Hexagram 37 Message For Love & Relationships
If ending a relationship on good terms, try to keep things that way and let the details remain private. A lot of people make the mistake of mutually putting an end to a relationship and going on to defame their ex-partner in front of everyone. This is wrong and certainly not the most ethical move to play if the end was on a good note.
The Lord has promised to hide every one of our wrongdoings if we stay quiet about the wrongdoings of others.
Messages From The Lines Of Hexagram 37
Line 1:
Even smaller communities can bring big change into this world and it all starts from one person. Intention must be right; if anybody was able to do it before you or not doesn’t matter.
If things seem to be heading in the wrong direction right in front of your eyes, don’t just stand there and wait for downfall. Make a move and, if necessary, even spark a revolution. Those who have the wisdom and understanding of the situation will hop on board with you; the rest are free to witness the destructive climax.
Line 2:
Every one of us has a place in our hearts where only the love for others is stored. Tap into that positive loving energy inside and do something that’s beyond you for a change.
Help a stranger out, donate some money to a good cause, or at least try to be a part of a community that aims to do good in this world. When people start looking beyond themselves, flaws in human interconnection can truly be acknowledged and eventually fixed.
Line 3:
Just being a part of a community is not enough. Sometimes, you need to alter your entire thought pattern to go from thinking “me” to “them”. In an upright and prosperous community, each and everyone has a say in things no matter how big or small. Thinking on a grander scale and judging your actions based on how they might affect the whole community is important.
Line 4:
Conflict can sometimes overshadow the spirit of togetherness. When conflict arises in a community, things can go from zero to a hundred very quickly because of the diverse opinions and perspectives involved. In such an instance, it would be best to trust a consensually chosen community leader and let him/her settle matters with appropriate thought and wisdom.
Line 5:
One spoiled mango can ruin the entire box of fruit. In a community, there will always be people who radiate negative energy and hatred to a point where it distresses and disturbs others living in tranquility. Strong action must be taken against them as simply continuing to tolerate their mayhem might cause trouble in the bigger picture.
Line 6:
It’s fine to walk away from a community that doesn’t respect and value you; just because there are a bunch of people together doesn’t mean they’ll all approve of you. Maintain integrity and demand respect not out of ego but because you’re a part of the circle too. If basic respect and regard is not given even after you’ve made your warnings clear, it’s better to just walk away and seek shelter in solitude.
A simple piece of advice regarding Hexagram 37: community matters! Yes, I know, the interpretations have made that very clear but I’m saying this because a good community will take you farther than pretty much any other shortcut in life. More often than not, you don’t get to choose your community as they’re the people you are surrounded with from the beginning. However, if you do happen to have that choice, it’s better to choose to be a part of something bigger than try to thrive in solitude.