Inner
Zhen
Outer
Dui

Following

Following has supreme success. Perseverance furthers. No blame.

Judgment

Following has supreme success. Perseverance furthers. No blame.

Hexagram Suí embodies the profound wisdom of adaptability and the art of intelligent surrender. It signifies a state where the individual aligns their internal rhythm with the unfolding dynamics of the external world. This is not passive submission, but an active, fluid responsiveness that recognizes the futility of rigid resistance against the inevitable current of time.

The promise of "Yuan Heng" suggests that supreme success is found not in imposing one's will, but in harmonizing with the prevailing movement of existence. "Li Zhen" reminds us that while we adapt to the environment, we must maintain an unshakeable inner core of integrity; flexibility does not imply a lack of principle, but rather the strength to bend without breaking. By following the natural order and the logic of the situation, we achieve "Wu Jiu"—a state of blamelessness where action is perfectly attuned to necessity. Ultimately, Suí teaches that true power lies in the capacity to yield at the right moment, transforming the act of following into a strategic advantage. It is the philosophy of the water that shapes the stone not by force, but by persistent, yielding flow.

Structure

Nine at the beginning

The standard is changing. Perseverance brings good fortune. To go out of the door in company produces deeds.

Six in the second place

If one clings to the little boy, one loses the strong man.

Six in the third place

If one clings to the strong man, one loses the little boy. Through following one finds what one seeks. It furthers one to remain persevering.

Nine in the fourth place

Following creates success. Perseverance brings misfortune. To go one's way with sincerity brings clarity. How could there be blame?

Nine in the fifth place

Sincere in good. Good fortune.

Six at the top

He meets with firm allegiance and is still further bound. The king introduces him to the Western Mountain.