Hexagram 36 Line 5: 六五
Ming Yi —明夷 —Darkening of the Light
Classical Chinese Text
六五 箕子之明夷。利貞。
箕子之明夷
Line Commentary
Darkening of the light as with Prince Chi, who feigned insanity at the tyrant's court. He could not withdraw, so he concealed his true sentiments. Held as a slave but not deflected from convictions. For those who cannot leave their posts: invincible perseverance of spirit, redoubled caution.
Commentary
Darkening of the light as with Prince Jizi, who feigned insanity at the tyrant's court. He could not withdraw, so he concealed his true sentiments. For those who cannot leave their posts: invincible perseverance of spirit, redoubled caution.
When This Line Changes
If Line 5 changes, Hexagram 36 Ming Yi (Darkening of the Light) transforms into Hexagram 63 Ji Ji (After Completion).
Parent Hexagram
Earth (坤) over Fire (離)
Upper Trigram: ☷ Earth | Lower Trigram: ☲ Fire