Hexagram 46

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Hexagram 46 · Shēng, Pushing Upward

Above 坤 Earth (receptivity, devotion) · Below 巽 Wind (penetration, gentleness)

Hexagram 46 · Shēng, Pushing Upward

The judgment

Rising with great success. Go and see the great person without fear; setting out towards the south brings good fortune.

The image

Within the earth grows the tree. So the wise person, with devotion, gathers small things until they become great.

The six lines

  • Six at the beginningA rise welcomed with trust: great fortune.
  • Nine in the second placeIf you are sincere, even a small offering is enough: no blame.
  • Nine in the third placeClimbing into an empty city.
  • Six in the fourth placeThe king makes an offering on Mount Qi: good fortune, no blame.
  • Six in the fifth placePerseverance brings good fortune: climbing step by step.
  • Six at the topClimbing in the dark: tireless perseverance helps.

Commentary

You are rising, step by step. No leaps are needed: steady growth takes you far. Look for people who can help you and don't be afraid to ask. Like a tree, grow slowly but without stopping.

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