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50: The Cauldron
49: Revolution
The elements of this hexagram are fire under water. Fire evaporates water, and water puts out fire. Similarly, change often causes conflict, and conflict brings about change. This hexagram refers to a time in the cycle of human affairs when things are stirring up and the hint of dramatic change is in the air.
In order to succeed, a revolution must be in alignment with the laws of nature and good timing. It must begin at the right moment, gather support from a broad base of people, be guided by sincere and capable leaders, and—most important of all—address a real need. The strength of the forces of change will always be in proportion to the urgency of the need being championed. This is true whether the revolution is in government, business, education, or your own personal affairs.
Revolutionary change ushers in a period when chaos arises from order. Let’s remember that not all order is good and not all chaos bad. Chaos is often an integral part of the way things evolve—as any parent and evolutionary science will confirm. This hexagram reminds us to have the courage to radically change and renew the way we bring ourselves to life. In this way, you can channel chaos to your cause and unleash a new power on behalf of the good. If engaging in a negotiation, change the rules; if composing a piece of music, add the unexpected; if courting a lover, dare to be unconventional.
Combat between forces of dark and light are cyclical; as such, one can become aware of these cycles and master them through preparation. In periods of drought, even wild storms are preferable to just another sunny day. A new season awaits.
Explore Any I Ching Hexagram
Click on an I Ching hexagram below to learn more about its individual message and the profound insight it provides for your life, decisions, relationships, or whatever is on your mind!
![Creative Power](https://gfx.tarot.com/images/email/dhe/060916/hexagrams/1.jpg)
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![Receptive Power](https://gfx.tarot.com/images/email/dhe/060916/hexagrams/2.jpg)
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![Difficulty at the Beginning](https://gfx.tarot.com/images/email/dhe/060916/hexagrams/3.jpg)
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![Youthful Folly](https://gfx.tarot.com/images/email/dhe/060916/hexagrams/4.jpg)
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![Patience](https://gfx.tarot.com/images/email/dhe/060916/hexagrams/5.jpg)
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![Conflict](https://gfx.tarot.com/images/email/dhe/060916/hexagrams/6.jpg)
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![Organized Discipline](https://gfx.tarot.com/images/email/dhe/060916/hexagrams/7.jpg)
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![Holding Together](https://gfx.tarot.com/images/email/dhe/060916/hexagrams/8.jpg)
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![Small Influences](https://gfx.tarot.com/images/email/dhe/060916/hexagrams/9.jpg)
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![Treading Carefully](https://gfx.tarot.com/images/email/dhe/060916/hexagrams/10.jpg)
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![Harmony](https://gfx.tarot.com/images/email/dhe/060916/hexagrams/11.jpg)
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![Standstill](https://gfx.tarot.com/images/email/dhe/060916/hexagrams/12.jpg)
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![Fellowship](https://gfx.tarot.com/images/email/dhe/060916/hexagrams/13.jpg)
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![Affluence](https://gfx.tarot.com/images/email/dhe/060916/hexagrams/14.jpg)
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![Humility](https://gfx.tarot.com/images/email/dhe/060916/hexagrams/15.jpg)
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![Enthusiasm](https://gfx.tarot.com/images/email/dhe/060916/hexagrams/16.jpg)
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![Following](https://gfx.tarot.com/images/email/dhe/060916/hexagrams/17.jpg)
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![Repairing Some Damage](https://gfx.tarot.com/images/email/dhe/060916/hexagrams/18.jpg)
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![The Approach of Spring](https://gfx.tarot.com/images/email/dhe/060916/hexagrams/19.jpg)
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![Overview](https://gfx.tarot.com/images/email/dhe/060916/hexagrams/20.jpg)
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![Cutting Through](https://gfx.tarot.com/images/email/dhe/060916/hexagrams/21.jpg)
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![Grace and Beauty](https://gfx.tarot.com/images/email/dhe/060916/hexagrams/22.jpg)
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![Splitting Apart](https://gfx.tarot.com/images/email/dhe/060916/hexagrams/23.jpg)
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![Returning](https://gfx.tarot.com/images/email/dhe/060916/hexagrams/24.jpg)
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![Innocence](https://gfx.tarot.com/images/email/dhe/060916/hexagrams/25.jpg)
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![Containment of Potential](https://gfx.tarot.com/images/email/dhe/060916/hexagrams/26.jpg)
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![Nourishment](https://gfx.tarot.com/images/email/dhe/060916/hexagrams/27.jpg)
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![Excessive Pressure](https://gfx.tarot.com/images/email/dhe/060916/hexagrams/28.jpg)
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![Dangerous Depths](https://gfx.tarot.com/images/email/dhe/060916/hexagrams/29.jpg)
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![Clinging Like Fire](https://gfx.tarot.com/images/email/dhe/060916/hexagrams/30.jpg)
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![Mutual Attraction](https://gfx.tarot.com/images/email/dhe/060916/hexagrams/31.jpg)
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![Endurance](https://gfx.tarot.com/images/email/dhe/060916/hexagrams/32.jpg)
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![Retreat](https://gfx.tarot.com/images/email/dhe/060916/hexagrams/33.jpg)
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![Great Vigor](https://gfx.tarot.com/images/email/dhe/060916/hexagrams/34.jpg)
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![Easy Progress](https://gfx.tarot.com/images/email/dhe/060916/hexagrams/35.jpg)
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![Darkening of the Light](https://gfx.tarot.com/images/email/dhe/060916/hexagrams/36.jpg)
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![Extended Family](https://gfx.tarot.com/images/email/dhe/060916/hexagrams/37.jpg)
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![Diverging Interests](https://gfx.tarot.com/images/email/dhe/060916/hexagrams/38.jpg)
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![Temporary Obstacles](https://gfx.tarot.com/images/email/dhe/060916/hexagrams/39.jpg)
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![Deliverance](https://gfx.tarot.com/images/email/dhe/060916/hexagrams/40.jpg)
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![Decrease](https://gfx.tarot.com/images/email/dhe/060916/hexagrams/41.jpg)
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![Increase](https://gfx.tarot.com/images/email/dhe/060916/hexagrams/42.jpg)
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![Determination](https://gfx.tarot.com/images/email/dhe/060916/hexagrams/43.jpg)
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![Liaison](https://gfx.tarot.com/images/email/dhe/060916/hexagrams/44.jpg)
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![Gathering Together](https://gfx.tarot.com/images/email/dhe/060916/hexagrams/45.jpg)
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![Pushing Upward](https://gfx.tarot.com/images/email/dhe/060916/hexagrams/46.jpg)
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![Oppression](https://gfx.tarot.com/images/email/dhe/060916/hexagrams/47.jpg)
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![The Well](https://gfx.tarot.com/images/email/dhe/060916/hexagrams/48.jpg)
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![Revolution](https://gfx.tarot.com/images/email/dhe/060916/hexagrams/49.jpg)
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![The Cauldron](https://gfx.tarot.com/images/email/dhe/060916/hexagrams/50.jpg)
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![Shock](https://gfx.tarot.com/images/email/dhe/060916/hexagrams/51.jpg)
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![Keeping Still](https://gfx.tarot.com/images/email/dhe/060916/hexagrams/52.jpg)
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![A Steady Pace](https://gfx.tarot.com/images/email/dhe/060916/hexagrams/53.jpg)
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![Careful Affection](https://gfx.tarot.com/images/email/dhe/060916/hexagrams/54.jpg)
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![Great Abundance](https://gfx.tarot.com/images/email/dhe/060916/hexagrams/55.jpg)
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![The Wanderer](https://gfx.tarot.com/images/email/dhe/060916/hexagrams/56.jpg)
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![Gentle Penetration](https://gfx.tarot.com/images/email/dhe/060916/hexagrams/57.jpg)
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![Joy](https://gfx.tarot.com/images/email/dhe/060916/hexagrams/58.jpg)
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![Dispersing](https://gfx.tarot.com/images/email/dhe/060916/hexagrams/59.jpg)
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![Limits and Connections](https://gfx.tarot.com/images/email/dhe/060916/hexagrams/60.jpg)
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![Centering in Truth](https://gfx.tarot.com/images/email/dhe/060916/hexagrams/61.jpg)
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![Attention to Detail](https://gfx.tarot.com/images/email/dhe/060916/hexagrams/62.jpg)
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![After Completion](https://gfx.tarot.com/images/email/dhe/060916/hexagrams/63.jpg)
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![Nearing Completion](https://gfx.tarot.com/images/email/dhe/060916/hexagrams/64.jpg)
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