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 27 · ·

Nourishment

Element:
Mountain over Thunder
Key themes:
nourishment, self-care, growth, sustenance, balance

Image

A mountain above thunder, symbolizing the need for nourishment and care to sustain growth.

Overall message

Hexagram 27 represents the concept of nourishment and sustenance. It emphasizes the importance of self-care, sharing nourishment with others, and maintaining balance. Success comes from fostering growth through proper nourishment and harmonious relationships.

Focus on nourishing yourself and others, both physically and spiritually. Balance self-care with caring for others. Success comes from sustaining growth through proper nourishment and maintaining harmony.

The six lines

  1. Line 6 · Completion of Nourishment

    The period of nourishment is complete. Reflect on the journey and prepare for the future.

    Reflect on the lessons learned. Use this knowledge to continue nurturing growth.

  2. Line 5 · Nourishing Others

    Nourish others with generosity and care. Your actions inspire growth.

    Be generous in nourishing others. Your care will foster growth and harmony.

  3. Line 4 · Seeking Nourishment

    Seek nourishment from reliable sources. Be discerning.

    Choose your sources of nourishment wisely. Ensure they are beneficial and sustainable.

  4. Line 3 · Overindulgence

    Beware of overindulgence. Moderation is key.

    Avoid excess. Practice moderation in all aspects of nourishment.

  5. Line 2 · Sharing Nourishment

    Nourishment is shared with others. Balance self-care with caring for others.

    Share your resources and care with others. Maintain a balance between giving and receiving.

  6. Line 1 · Initial Nourishment

    The beginning of a period of nourishment. Focus on self-care.

    Start by nourishing yourself. Build a strong foundation for growth.