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Hexagram:

Also known as:

62. Small Powers

Attention to Detail, Small Actions Matter, Incremental Progress, Humble Efforts, Small But Steady, Cautious Movement, Strength in Subtlety, Minor Achievements, Quiet Influence, Success in Modesty

Line

Drawn as

Energy

Duality

Trigram

Dynamic

Polarity

Meaning

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Yin

Feminine

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Yang

Masculine

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Yin

Feminine

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Yang

Masculine

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Yin

Feminine

Trigram

3

Lower

2

1

6

Upper

5

4

Mountain

Youngest Son

Immature Yang

Meaning

Thunder

Youngest Daughter

Immature Yin

Theory

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Yin

Feminine

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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)

62. Small Powers

小過

hsiao kuo

Conserve

28. Critical Mass

大過

zhōng fú / chung fu

Adjust

61. Centering in Truth

中孚

dà guò

Trust

Expression:

I nurture my potential

Affirmation:

I recognize the strength in small steps, knowing that consistent effort leads to meaningful success.

Image (Legge):

Thunder on the mountain: the image of Preponderance of the Small. Thus in his conduct the superior man gives preponderance to reverence. In bereavement he gives preponderance to grief. In his expenditures he gives preponderance to thrift.

Judgement (Legge):

Success. Perseverance furthers. Small things may be done; great things should not be done. The flying bird brings the message: It is not well to strive upward, it is well to remain below. Great good fortune.

Overall meaning:

Small Powers represents the strength in modesty, careful attention to detail, and the importance of small yet meaningful actions. This hexagram signifies a time when humility, restraint, and a focus on immediate responsibilities are more effective than grand gestures or ambitious undertakings. Small Powers encourages an approach that values precision and thoughtful steps, suggesting that subtle adjustments and steady effort can achieve lasting impact. It reflects the wisdom of recognizing one’s limitations and honoring them, knowing that progress often lies in the accumulation of small, consistent actions.

The essence of Hexagram 62 lies in patience, diligence, and the quiet resilience of measured efforts. It teaches that true accomplishment doesn’t always require large movements; instead, genuine strength can be found in consistent dedication to seemingly minor tasks. This hexagram reminds us that carefulness and awareness in the present moment build a foundation for future success. In this way, Small Powers highlights the value of attentiveness and restraint, showing that by honoring the power of small actions, we pave a path of steady growth and meaningful achievement.

Quotes:

Upright Hexagram

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Binary Number Created:

001100

Line 1:

Embarking / Initiating

The first line shows someone starting with small, cautious steps to avoid overreaching. This line advises humility and restraint at the beginning, suggesting that careful actions lead to steady progress.

Line 2:

Discovery / Inner Harmony

In this line, the subject uses modesty and careful attention to detail to navigate their path. By focusing on small tasks and avoiding excessive ambition, they are able to advance successfully without creating resistance.

Line 3:

Gateway / 
Portal

The third line warns against taking on too much or trying to achieve big goals at this time. This line suggests that impatience or a desire for rapid progress could lead to setbacks; it is better to focus on manageable steps.

Line 4:

Showing up / Approach

Here, the subject remains modest and avoids drawing unnecessary attention, allowing for safe progress. This line advises staying inconspicuous and humble, as pushing too hard might invite unwanted complications.

Line 5:

External Focus / 
Periphery

The fifth line shows someone making steady, careful progress while remaining true to their integrity. By exercising patience and moving thoughtfully, they achieve good fortune and reach their goals without overstepping.

Line 6:

Pinnacle / Breakthrough Awaits

The sixth line warns against attempting anything beyond one’s current capacity, as this may lead to failure. This line advises acceptance of limitations and the wisdom to avoid overextending oneself, suggesting that contentment in the present circumstances brings peace.

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Binary:

001100

Structure:

Unicode decimal:

Unicode point:

Non-Core Gua

19965

U+4DFD

Sector:

286.875 to 292.5

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