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 46 · · Shēng

Pushing Upward

Element:
Wind over Earth
Key themes:
growth, progress, ascent, perseverance, opportunity

Image

A tree growing steadily upward, symbolizing gradual progress and upward movement.

Overall message

Hexagram 46 symbolizes steady growth and upward progress. It encourages patience, perseverance, and humility. Success comes from consistent effort and trusting the process of gradual ascent.

Progress is steady but requires patience and perseverance. Focus on small, consistent steps rather than rushing. Trust in the natural process of growth.

The six lines

  1. Line 6 · Peak of Ascent

    The upward movement reaches its peak. Reflect on your journey and prepare for the next phase.

    Take time to reflect and plan for the future.

  2. Line 5 · Reaching Higher

    Significant progress is made. Success is within reach.

    Celebrate your achievements but remain focused on your goals.

  3. Line 4 · Steady Progress

    Progress continues steadily. Maintain focus and avoid distractions.

    Keep moving forward with discipline and clarity.

  4. Line 3 · Overcoming Obstacles

    Challenges arise, but they can be overcome with persistence.

    Stay resilient and adapt to difficulties.

  5. Line 2 · Gaining Momentum

    Progress becomes more noticeable. Stay grounded and avoid overconfidence.

    Build on your successes while remaining cautious.

  6. Line 1 · Beginning of Ascent

    The upward movement begins. Stay humble and focused on small, achievable goals.

    Take the first step with determination and humility.