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Hexagram:

Also known as:

19. Approach

Advancing Forward, Welcoming Opportunity, Path of Growth, Open to Progress, Positive Advancement, Embracing the Future, Engaging with Life, Approaching Success, Moving Toward Fulfillment, Growing Momentum

Line

Drawn as

Energy

Duality

Trigram

Dynamic

Polarity

Meaning

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Yin

Feminine

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Yin

Feminine

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Yin

Feminine

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Yin

Feminine

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Yang

Masculine

Trigram

3

Lower

2

1

6

Upper

5

4

Lake

Youngest Daughter

Immature Yin

Technique

Earth

Youngest Daughter

Immature Yin

Feeling

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Yang

Masculine

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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)

19. Approach

lín

Advance

24. Returning

dun / dùn

Go back

33. Retreat

fu / fù

Disengage

Expression:

I advance courageously

Affirmation:

I move forward with confidence and openness, welcoming new opportunities and trusting in the abundance that each step brings.

Image (Legge):

The earth above the lake: the image of Approach. Thus the superior man is inexhaustible in his will to teach, and without limits in his tolerance and protection of the people.

Judgement (Legge):

Approach has supreme success. Perseverance furthers. When the eighth month comes, there will be misfortune.

Overall meaning:

Approach, signifies a time of new beginnings, growth, and positive opportunities on the horizon. It represents a period when circumstances are favorable for advancement, allowing you to move forward with confidence, optimism, and an open heart. This hexagram encourages you to approach situations with a spirit of readiness and enthusiasm, welcoming new experiences and connections that will lead to success and fulfillment.

A reminder to embrace the possibilities before you with humility and mindfulness, recognizing that this period of growth and progress is a valuable opportunity. It suggests being attentive to the timing of events, acting with foresight, and remaining grounded even as you pursue your aspirations. By approaching life with openness and positivity, you invite the best outcomes and pave the way for continued success.

Quotes:

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Binary Number Created:

000011

Line 1:

Embarking / Initiating

Shows someone advancing alongside a like-minded companion from the second line, moving forward with mutual support and shared purpose. Their firm correctness ensures that this journey brings good fortune and positive outcomes.

Line 2:

Discovery / Inner Harmony

Mirrors the first, depicting two individuals advancing together with harmony and trust. Their unity and mutual commitment lead to good fortune and success, making progress in every way beneficial.

Line 3:

Gateway / 
Portal

Portrays someone eager to move forward, filled with enthusiasm, but lacking a clear direction or purpose. While this eagerness alone may not bring advantages, if she tempers her excitement with caution and awareness, she will avoid making any mistakes.

Line 4:

Showing up / Approach

Depicts a person advancing with utmost integrity and in alignment with the highest principles. Moving forward in this manner ensures that no errors will be made, reflecting a path of true wisdom and clarity.

Line 5:

External Focus / 
Periphery

The advance of wisdom and insight, befitting the actions of a great ruler. With a balanced and thoughtful approach, this progress brings good fortune and guidance that benefits all.

Line 6:

Pinnacle / Breakthrough Awaits

Illustrates the advance of honesty and generosity, qualities that shine brightly and attract good fortune. By embodying these virtues, the person moves forward without error, bringing blessings to themselves and others.

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Binary:

000011

Structure:

Unicode decimal:

Unicode point:

Non-Core Gua

19922

U+4DD2

Sector:

90 to 95.625

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