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Hexagram:

06. Contention

Line #

Drawn as

Energy

Duality

Trigram

Dynamic

Polarity

Upper Trigram

Heaven

Father

Mature Yang

Lower Trigram

Water

Middle Son

Immature Yang

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5

4

3

2

1

Yang

Yang

Yang

Yin

Yang

Yin

Masculine

Masculine

Masculine

Feminine

Masculine

Feminine

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English Name

Chinese Name

Hanzi

Pinyin

Action

Hexagram:

卦 Guà

06. Contention

sòng

Let Go

Hidden Influence:

互卦 Hu Guà (nuclear)

Underlying Cause:

綜卦 Zong Guà (reverse)

37. The Family

36. Brightness Hiding

家人

chia jên / jiā rén

明夷

ming yi / míng yí

Support

Reignite

Expression:

Also known as:

I navigate tension

Conflict, Tension and Resolution, Struggle for Understanding, Challenge of Differences, The Path of Negotiation, Balancing Forces, Seeking Common Ground, Awareness of Opposition, Clarity Through Dialogue, Learning from Disagreement

Affirmation:

I face conflict with clarity and calm, seeking resolution through understanding and open communication. I trust in my ability to navigate challenges wisely and to find harmony in every situation.

Image (Legge):

Heaven and water go their opposite ways: the image of Conflict. Thus in all his transactions the superior man carefully considers the beginning.

Judgement (Legge):

Conflict. You are sincere and are being obstructed. A cautious halt halfway brings good fortune. Going through to the end brings misfortune. It furthers one to see the great man. It does not further one to cross the great water.

Overall meaning:

Conflict, represents a time when differing opinions, misunderstandings, or opposing forces create tension or discord. It suggests that conflict is a natural part of life, but it must be approached with caution, patience, and clarity. This hexagram advises against escalating disputes or reacting impulsively; instead, it encourages finding ways to resolve differences through dialogue, understanding, and careful consideration of all perspectives.

Recognize that while conflict can be challenging, it also presents an opportunity for growth and deeper understanding. It reminds you to maintain composure and act with integrity, focusing on achieving a fair resolution rather than "winning" the argument. By navigating conflict wisely, you can foster greater harmony and ultimately transform the experience into a stepping stone for personal and relational development.

Quotes:

Upright Hexagram

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counter clockwise

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Binary Number Created:

111010

Line 1:

Suggests that the person involved wisely chooses not to escalate or continue the conflict. While they may face minor criticism or negative remarks for stepping back, this approach will ultimately lead to a fortunate outcome.

Line 2:

Indicates that the person is not strong enough to win the conflict. By withdrawing to a small, quiet place or situation, represented by a small city of three hundred families, they can avoid mistakes and potential harm.

Line 3:

Portrays someone maintaining their rightful position with steadfastness and integrity, despite the dangers of the situation. By staying committed and humble, they will ultimately find good fortune, and even if they contribute to a significant cause, they will not seek personal recognition for their accomplishments.

Line 4:

Shows a person recognizing their inability to win the conflict and choosing to withdraw. By aligning themselves with higher principles, maintaining integrity, and abandoning the desire to fight, they find peace and ultimately achieve good fortune.

Line 5:

Indicates that the person is involved in a conflict, but their actions are aligned with justice and integrity. As a result, their approach to the contention brings great good fortune and positive outcomes.

Line 6:

Illustrates someone who may receive honor or recognition, represented by a leather belt from a ruler, but loses it repeatedly. This suggests that success achieved through contention is unstable and can be quickly reversed, highlighting the impermanence of gains won through conflict.

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Binary:

Structure:

Unicode decimal:

Unicode point:

Sector:

111010

Non-Core Gua

19909

U+4DC5

225 to 230.625

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