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1. 乾 – Qián (The Creative)

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Trigrams

☰☰ – Heaven above, Heaven below

Meaning

Represents creativity, strength, and initiative. Symbolizes heaven and pure yang energy. Encourages leadership, confidence, and the beginning of great projects.

Interpretation

Six Yao (Lines) with Classical Quotes

1st Yao (初爻)

潜龙,勿用。

English: The hidden dragon. Do not act yet. Patience is required at the beginning.

Luck Level: Neutral

2nd Yao (二爻)

见龙在田,利见大人。

English: The dragon appears in the field. It is favorable to meet a great person. Progress is steady with guidance.

Luck Level: Good

3rd Yao (三爻)

君子终日乾乾,夕惕若厉,无咎。

English: The noble one works diligently all day, vigilant at night. No blame. Challenges may appear; persistence brings success.

Luck Level: Caution

4th Yao (四爻)

或跃在渊,无咎。

English: Leaping into the abyss. No blame. Leadership is tested; careful planning needed.

Luck Level: Neutral

5th Yao (五爻)

飞龙在天,利见大人。

English: The flying dragon in the heavens. It is favorable to meet a great person. Peak of strength and good fortune.

Luck Level: Good

6th Yao (上爻)

亢龙,有悔。

English: The dragon is overreaching. There is regret. Completion and culmination; be cautious of overreach.

Luck Level: Caution