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 43 · · Guài

Breakthrough

Element:
Lake over Heaven
Key themes:
resolution, decisiveness, clarity, confrontation, triumph

Image

Water rising to overcome obstacles, symbolizing a decisive breakthrough.

Overall message

Hexagram 43 represents a decisive breakthrough. It emphasizes clarity, determination, and bold action in overcoming obstacles. Success comes from confronting challenges directly and acting with integrity.

Face challenges with clarity and determination. Be decisive and take bold action to overcome obstacles. Success comes from confronting issues directly and with integrity.

The six lines

  1. Line 6 · Overcoming the Final Obstacle

    The final obstacle is overcome. Complete the breakthrough with integrity.

    Finish strong and ensure that your actions are just and fair.

  2. Line 5 · Triumph and Resolution

    The breakthrough is achieved. Success is within reach.

    Celebrate your success, but remain humble and mindful of the future.

  3. Line 4 · Decisive Action

    The time for decisive action has arrived. Act with confidence and clarity.

    Take bold but thoughtful action to achieve the breakthrough.

  4. Line 3 · Conflict and Tension

    Tensions rise as the breakthrough approaches. Stay calm and focused.

    Avoid unnecessary conflicts. Keep your eyes on the goal.

  5. Line 2 · Gathering Strength

    Strength and resources are building. Prepare for the decisive moment.

    Be patient and gather your resources for the right time to act.

  6. Line 1 · Initial Resistance

    The first step toward a breakthrough is met with resistance. Stay strong and focused.

    Do not be discouraged by initial obstacles. Persevere with determination.