Hexagram 32

恆

Hexagram 32 · Héng, Duration

Above 震 Thunder (movement, arousal) · Below 巽 Wind (penetration, gentleness)

Hexagram 32 · Héng, Duration

The judgment

What endures brings success, without blame. It furthers one to persevere and to have a goal.

The image

Thunder and wind. So the wise person stands firm and does not change direction.

The six lines

  • Six at the beginningWanting permanence too quickly: perseverance brings misfortune.
  • Nine in the second placeRemorse disappears.
  • Nine in the third placeWhoever does not give duration to their character receives disgrace.
  • Nine in the fourth placeThere is no game in the field: you are looking in the wrong place.
  • Six in the fifth placeGiving duration to one's character steadily: right for one who follows, not for one who leads.
  • Six at the topRestlessness as a permanent state brings misfortune.

Commentary

The answer is constancy. Don't change direction at every obstacle: what lasts is built over time. But duration doesn't mean rigidity: your commitment must also renew itself. Look for your strength in stability.

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