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 28 · 大过 · Dà Guò

Great Preponderance

Element:
Lake over Wind
Key themes:
extremes, overload, crisis, adaptation, resilience

Image

A lake overwhelming the wind, symbolizing a situation of great excess or overload.

Overall message

Hexagram 28 represents a situation of great excess or overload. It emphasizes the importance of recognizing extremes, acting with caution, and finding balance. Success comes from navigating through crises with resilience, adaptability, and strong leadership.

Recognize the signs of excess or overload. Act with caution and adaptability. Success comes from navigating through crises with resilience and finding balance amidst extremes.

The six lines

  1. Line 6 · Resolution of Excess

    The period of excess comes to an end. Reflect on the lessons learned.

    Reflect on the experience and learn from it. Prepare for a more balanced future.

  2. Line 5 · Leadership in Crisis

    Strong leadership is crucial in navigating through the crisis.

    Lead with wisdom and strength. Guide others through the difficult times.

  3. Line 4 · Seeking Balance

    Efforts are made to restore balance. Seek support if needed.

    Work towards restoring balance. Seek help and collaborate with others.

  4. Line 3 · Crisis Point

    The situation reaches a crisis point. Resilience is key.

    Stay resilient and focused. Overcome the crisis with determination.

  5. Line 2 · Managing Excess

    Excess becomes more pronounced. Focus on managing the situation.

    Take steps to manage the excess. Adapt to the changing circumstances.

  6. Line 1 · Initial Overload

    The first signs of excess or overload appear. Be cautious.

    Stay vigilant and address the early signs of overload. Prevent further imbalance.