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Hexagram:

26. Controlled Power

Also known as:

Harnessing Strength, Disciplined Power, Inner Mastery, Focused Energy, Strategic Action, Power in Restraint, Patience in Power, Cultivated Strength, Wise Use of Force, Inner Fortitude

Line

Drawn as

Energy

Duality

Trigram

Dynamic

Polarity

Meaning

Upper

6

5

4

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Yang

Yin

Yin

Masculine

Feminine

Mountain

Feminine

Youngest Son

Immature Yang

Meaning

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3

Lower

2

1

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Yang

Yang

Yang

Masculine

Masculine

Heaven

Masculine

Father

Mature Yang

Authority

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English Name

Chinese Name

Hanzi

Pinyin

Action

Hexagram:

卦 Guà

Hidden Influence:

互卦 Hu Guà (nuclear)

Underlying Cause:

綜卦 Zong Guà (reverse)

26. Controlled Power

大畜

dà chù / ta ch'u

Amplify

54. Careful Affection

歸妹

ts'ui / cuì

Aide

45. Gathering Together

guī mèi

Network

Expression:

Affirmation:

I exercise authority

I master my inner strength with patience and wisdom, using my power to create positive and purposeful change.

Image (Legge):

Heaven within the mountain: the image of the Taming Power of the Great. Thus the superior man acquaints himself with many sayings of antiquity and many deeds of the past, in order to strengthen his character thereby.

Judgement (Legge):

Perseverance furthers. Not eating at home brings good fortune. It furthers one to cross the great water.

Overall meaning:

Represents the balance between strength and restraint, teaching us that true power is not about force but about disciplined mastery. It suggests a time when it is essential to channel your energy wisely, using your inner resources with focus and intention rather than acting impulsively. This hexagram speaks to the power of self-control, perseverance, and the ability to hold back until the right moment to act. It encourages you to cultivate inner strength, patience, and clarity, allowing you to build a solid foundation for future success.

Recognizing the potential within you and managing it with wisdom and prudence. It reminds you that great achievements are often the result of sustained effort and thoughtful planning, rather than sudden, uncontrolled bursts of energy. By mastering your impulses and honing your skills, you can achieve your goals and overcome obstacles with grace and determination. This is a time to gather your strength, refine your strategies, and prepare for the opportunities that lie ahead, knowing that true power comes from within.

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Line 1:

Embarking / Initiating

The first line suggests that advancing now could lead to danger. It is wise to exercise restraint and wait for a more opportune moment to act.

Line 2:

Discovery / Inner Harmony

In this line, the cart’s axle has been removed, making movement impossible. By deliberately holding back and preventing progress, the subject avoids potential mistakes and ensures stability.

Line 3:

Gateway / 
Portal

A good horse follows others, showing that strength can be wisely channeled by aligning with others rather than taking the lead. Realizing the challenge, remaining firm, and acting with integrity bring good fortune and pave the way for purposeful success.

Line 4:

Showing up / Approach

The image of a headboard for a young bull represents control over raw, developing power. By carefully managing strength at this stage, one can cultivate it for the future, leading to great good fortune.

Line 5:

External Focus / 
Periphery

The tusk of a castrated boar symbolizes controlled aggression, where power is kept in check and does not cause harm. Through moderation and self-control, one secures good fortune and harmony.

Line 6:

Pinnacle / Breakthrough Awaits

This line speaks to the deep understanding of a hidden source of power, much like a concealed spring. With this awareness, the superior person can draw on inner strength at the right time, ensuring success and avoiding mistakes.

All Changing Lines
(Additional Message):

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Upright Hexagram

Rotated 90° counter clockwise

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Binary Number Created:

100111

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26

Binary:

100111

Structure:

Unicode decimal:

Non-Core Gua

19929

Unicode point:

U+4DD9

Sector:

140.625 to 146.25

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