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Hexagram:

Also known as:

11. Inner Peace

Peace, Harmony and Balance, Abundance and Prosperity, Flow of Energy, Unity with Nature, Cooperation and Collaboration, Fertile Ground, Mutual Benefit, Creating Stability, The Joy of Togetherness

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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Yang

Masculine

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Yang

Masculine

Trigram

3

Lower

2

1

6

Upper

5

4

Heaven

Father

Mature Yang

Authority

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)

11. Inner Peace

tài

Relax

54. Careful Affection

歸妹

bi / pǐ

Aide

12. Obstruction

guī mèi

Hinder

Expression:

I cultivate calmness

Affirmation:

I create harmony within myself and with others, fostering peace and balance in all areas of my life.

Image (Legge):

Heaven and earth unite: the image of Peace. Thus the ruler divides and completes the course of heaven and earth; he furthers and regulates the gifts of heaven and earth, and so aids the people

Judgement (Legge):

Peace. The small departs, the great approaches. Good fortune. Success.

Overall meaning:

Peace, signifies a time of harmony, balance, and positive alignment between opposing forces. It represents a period when energies flow smoothly, obstacles are removed, and growth and prosperity are possible. This hexagram symbolizes the merging of heaven and earth, indicating that conditions are favorable for new beginnings, fruitful endeavors, and mutually beneficial relationships. It encourages maintaining a spirit of openness, receptivity, and cooperation to nurture this peaceful state and ensure lasting success.

An invitation to cultivate inner and outer harmony by aligning with the natural flow of life. It suggests that peace comes not from force or resistance, but from finding balance, embracing unity, and fostering goodwill. This is a time to build bridges, strengthen connections, and focus on what brings people and situations together rather than what divides them. By remaining centered and calm, you can create an environment where growth, progress, and fulfillment naturally flourish.

Quotes:

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Binary Number Created:

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Line 1:

Embarking / Initiating

Illustrates the concept that individual actions can influence and uplift others, like grass pulled up with interconnected roots. Moving forward with this awareness and interconnectedness will lead to favorable outcomes and success.

Line 2:

Discovery / Inner Harmony

Depicts a person who can embrace the untamed, navigate challenges with resourcefulness, and maintain a broad, impartial perspective without forming self-serving alliances. This behavior reflects acting in harmony with balance and fairness, leading to positive and just outcomes.

Line 3:

Gateway / 
Portal

Acknowledges that even periods of peace can be disrupted and that challenges or difficulties may return. However, by remaining firm, correct, and aware of life's changing nature, one can avoid mistakes and continue to enjoy the present happiness without fear of future uncertainties.

Line 4:

Showing up / Approach

Depicts a person humbly seeking support from others rather than depending solely on their own resources. This attracts genuine help from those around them, who come willingly and sincerely to offer assistance.

Line 5:

External Focus / 
Periphery

Alludes to the wise and careful decision of King Ti-yi regarding his sister’s marriage, symbolizing thoughtful and appropriate actions. Following such a path brings joy and leads to great good fortune, reflecting the benefits of prudent and balanced choices.

Line 6:

Pinnacle / Breakthrough Awaits

Illustrates a situation where the protective wall of a city has collapsed back into the moat, suggesting vulnerability and instability. Despite the leader’s efforts to maintain order and issue commands, it is not a time for forceful action, and even with firmness and correctness, there will be reasons for regret.

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Binary:

000111

Structure:

Unicode decimal:

Unicode point:

Non-Core Gua

19914

U+4DCA

Sector:

22° 37' 30" - 28° 15' 00"

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