Hexagram 21 of 64
Biting Through
火雷噬嗑
The Judgment
Biting through has success. It is favorable to let justice be administered.
噬嗑：亨，利用狱。
The Image
Thunder and lightning: the kings of former times made firm the laws through clearly defined penalties.
雷电，噬嗑。先王以明罚敕法。
Reflection
Hexagram 21, Biting Through, speaks to the energy present in your question. The judgment offers the classical guidance, while the image shows how the superior person aligns with this pattern. Consider how this hexagram's theme — biting through — relates to your current situation. What would it mean to embody this energy wisely?
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