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 20 · · Guān

Contemplation

Element:
Wind over Earth
Key themes:
observation, reflection, awareness, insight, patience

Image

Wind moving over the earth, symbolizing the act of observing and gaining insight from the world around you.

Overall message

Hexagram 20 represents the importance of observation and contemplation. It emphasizes the value of gaining insight through careful observation, self-reflection, and patience. Success comes from applying the wisdom gained through contemplation to guide your actions and decisions.

Take time to observe and reflect. Gain insight by carefully watching and understanding the world around you. Success comes from patience, awareness, and thoughtful contemplation.

The six lines

  1. Line 6 · Completion of Contemplation

    The period of contemplation comes to an end. It is time to act on your insights.

    Take action based on your observations and reflections. Move forward with confidence.

  2. Line 5 · Leadership through Insight

    Your insights position you as a leader. Guide others with your understanding.

    Use your insights to lead and inspire others. Your wisdom will be respected.

  3. Line 4 · Wise Observation

    Your observations are wise and insightful. Use this knowledge to guide your actions.

    Apply the insights you have gained. Act with wisdom and foresight.

  4. Line 3 · Internal Reflection

    Turn your observation inward. Reflect on your own actions and motivations.

    Use this time for self-reflection. Understand your own role in the situation.

  5. Line 2 · Gaining Insight

    Insight begins to form through careful observation.

    Focus on understanding the deeper meaning behind what you observe. Patience is key.

  6. Line 1 · Initial Observation

    The beginning of a period of observation. Be attentive and open-minded.

    Start by observing carefully. Be open to new perspectives and insights.