The 64 hexagrams

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No. 1QiánThe CreativeNo. 2KūnThe ReceptiveNo. 3ZhūnDifficulty at the BeginningNo. 4MéngYouthful FollyNo. 5WaitingNo. 6SòngConflictNo. 7ShīThe ArmyNo. 8Holding TogetherNo. 9小畜Xiǎo ChùSmall TamingNo. 10TreadingNo. 11TàiPeaceNo. 12StandstillNo. 13同人Tóng RénFellowshipNo. 14大有Dà YǒuGreat PossessionNo. 15QiānModestyNo. 16EnthusiasmNo. 17SuíFollowingNo. 18Work on the DecayedNo. 19LínApproachNo. 20GuānContemplationNo. 21噬嗑Shì KēBiting ThroughNo. 22GraceNo. 23Splitting ApartNo. 24ReturnNo. 25无妄Wú WàngInnocenceNo. 26大畜Dà ChùGreat TamingNo. 27NourishmentNo. 28大过Dà GuòGreat PreponderanceNo. 29KǎnThe AbysmalNo. 30The ClingingNo. 31XiánInfluenceNo. 32HéngDurationNo. 33DùnRetreatNo. 34大壮Dà ZhuàngGreat PowerNo. 35JìnProgressNo. 36明夷Míng YíDarkening of the LightNo. 37家人Jiā RénThe FamilyNo. 38KuíOppositionNo. 39JiǎnObstructionNo. 40XièDeliveranceNo. 41SǔnDecreaseNo. 42IncreaseNo. 43GuàiBreakthroughNo. 44GòuComing to MeetNo. 45CuìGathering TogetherNo. 46ShēngPushing UpwardNo. 47KùnOppressionNo. 48JǐngThe WellNo. 49RevolutionNo. 50DǐngThe CaldronNo. 51ZhènThe ArousingNo. 52GènKeeping StillNo. 53JiànDevelopmentNo. 54归妹Guī MèiThe Marrying MaidenNo. 55FēngAbundanceNo. 56The WandererNo. 57XùnThe GentleNo. 58DuìThe JoyousNo. 59HuànDispersionNo. 60JiéLimitationNo. 61中孚Zhōng FúInner TruthNo. 62小过Xiǎo GuòSmall PreponderanceNo. 63既济Jì JìAfter CompletionNo. 64未济Wèi JìBefore Completion

Hexagram 2 · · Kūn

The Receptive

Element:
Earth
Key themes:
receptivity, nurturing, patience, adaptability, support

Image

The earth, symbolizing nurturing, stability, and the capacity to receive and support.

Overall message

Hexagram 2 emphasizes the importance of receptivity, patience, and adaptability. It encourages you to nurture and support others, act with humility, and align yourself with the natural flow of life. Success comes from being open and responsive to the world around you.

Embrace receptivity and patience. Be open to receiving guidance and support. Act with humility and adaptability, and align yourself with the natural flow of life.

The six lines

  1. Line 6 · Dragons Fight in the Meadow

    The receptive energy has reached its limit. Conflict may arise if you push too hard or act with arrogance.

    Avoid confrontation and remain flexible. Seek harmony rather than dominance.

  2. Line 5 · Yellow Skirt

    The receptive energy is in harmony. This is a time of balance and success, achieved through humility and adaptability.

    Act with grace and humility. Success comes from aligning with the natural flow.

  3. Line 4 · Tied Sack

    The receptive energy is restrained. Be cautious and avoid unnecessary risks.

    Exercise restraint and avoid overextending yourself.

  4. Line 3 · Hidden Lines

    The receptive energy is hidden. This is a time for introspection and patience. Avoid taking the lead.

    Remain humble and patient. Focus on inner growth rather than outward action.

  5. Line 2 · Straight, Square, and Great

    The receptive energy is strong and balanced. You are in a position to act with integrity and achieve success.

    Act with honesty and fairness. Stay grounded and true to your principles.

  6. Line 1 · Frost on the Ground

    The receptive energy is just beginning to manifest. Be cautious and attentive to subtle signs.

    Proceed carefully and pay attention to details.