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 34 · 大壮 · Dà Zhuàng

Great Power

Element:
Thunder over Heaven
Key themes:
strength, power, assertiveness, caution, balance

Image

Thunder above heaven, symbolizing great power and strength.

Overall message

Hexagram 34 represents the concept of great power and strength. It emphasizes the importance of using power wisely, maintaining balance, and acting with caution. Success comes from harnessing your strength responsibly and maintaining harmony.

Embrace your strength and power, but act with caution and balance. Success comes from using your power wisely and maintaining harmony.

The six lines

  1. Line 6 · Completion of Power

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

    Reflect on the experience and learn from it. Prepare for future actions.

  2. Line 5 · Leadership in Power

    Strong leadership enhances the use of power and strength.

    Lead with strength and wisdom. Ensure your actions benefit others.

  3. Line 4 · Wise Use of Power

    Use your power wisely and responsibly. Avoid excess.

    Act with wisdom and responsibility. Avoid overexertion.

  4. Line 3 · Overcoming Challenges

    Challenges may arise, but they can be overcome with strength and determination.

    Stay determined and resilient. Overcome challenges with your strength.

  5. Line 2 · Building Power

    Power is gradually built through steady efforts.

    Focus on building your strength. Stay balanced and focused.

  6. Line 1 · Initial Strength

    The beginning of a period of great strength. Be cautious and balanced.

    Start with a strong foundation. Use your power wisely and cautiously.