12 Pi 否 (Standstill) Represents stagnation, obstacles, and difficult conditions. Advises patience, reflection, and careful planning to avoid failure. Yao Lines Explanation 第六爻 (Top Yao): Danger of collapse. Exercise caution and restraint. 第五爻 (Fifth Yao): Stability is possible if virtue…
11 Tai 泰 (Peace) Symbolizes harmony, smooth progress, and balance between heaven and earth. Advises seizing favorable conditions and fostering prosperity. Yao Lines Explanation 第六爻 (Top Yao): Maintain balance; avoid arrogance in prosperous times. 第五爻 (Fifth Yao): Leading with virtue…
10 Lü 履 (Treading) Represents careful conduct, mindful progress, and acting with propriety. Advises awareness of the environment and respectful behavior. Yao Lines Explanation 第六爻 (Top Yao): Overcaution may hinder progress. Balance caution with action. 第五爻 (Fifth Yao): Proper conduct…
09 Xiao Chu 小畜 (The Taming Power of the Small) Represents gentle restraint, small accumulations of strength, and careful development. Advises patience, attention to details, and cautious progress. Yao Lines Explanation 第六爻 (Top Yao): Over-restraint may cause obstacles. Maintain balance…
08 Bi 比 (Holding Together) Hexagram Bi represents unity, cooperation, and mutual support. Success comes from forming strong bonds, fostering loyalty, and collaborating with integrity. Advises careful selection of allies and commitment to shared goals. Yao Lines Explanation 第六爻 (Top…
07 Shi 师 (The Army) Hexagram Shi represents discipline, organization, and strategic action. Success comes from proper leadership, unity, and preparation. Advises careful planning and patience in execution. Yao Lines Explanation 第六爻 (Top Yao): Overextending forces. Danger of disorder. Lead…
06 Song 讼 (Conflict) Hexagram Song signifies conflict, disputes, or legal matters. It warns to act cautiously and with clarity. Resolution requires careful consideration, fairness, and patience. Yao Lines Explanation 第六爻 (Top Yao): Resolving conflict improperly. Danger of regret. Avoid…
05 Xu 需 (Waiting) Hexagram Xu represents waiting with preparedness. It teaches patience, inner confidence, and trusting proper timing. True progress comes not from forced action, but from readiness and alignment with circumstances. Yao Lines Explanation 第六爻 (Top Yao): Waiting…
04 Meng 蒙 (Youthful Folly) Meng represents inexperience, confusion, and the early stage of learning. It highlights the importance of humility, guidance, and disciplined inquiry. Wisdom cannot be forced; it must be cultivated through proper instruction and patience. Yao Lines…
03 Zhun 屯 (Difficulty at the Beginning) Zhun represents the challenges and confusion that arise at the very beginning of a new situation. Progress is possible, but only through patience, structure, and proper guidance. This hexagram advises steady preparation rather…