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Hexagram:
24. Returning
Line #
Drawn as
Energy
Duality
Trigram
Dynamic
Polarity
Upper Trigram
Earth
Mother
Mature Yin
Lower Trigram
Thunder
Eldest Son
Immature Yang
6
5
4
3
2
1
Yin
Yin
Yin
Yin
Yin
Yang
Feminine
Feminine
Feminine
Feminine
Feminine
Masculine
#
English Name
Chinese Name
Hanzi
Pinyin
Action
Hexagram:
卦 Guà
24. Returning
復
fu / fù
Go back
Hidden Influence:
互卦 Hu Guà (nuclear)
02. Receptive Power
坤
kūn
Reflect
Underlying Cause:
綜卦 Zong Guà (reverse)
44. Coming to Meet
姤
gòu
Encounter
Also known as:
Returning, A turning point, Recovery, Repeating, Restoring, Repetition, Restore
Expression:
Affirmation:
I embrace transformation
I embrace the cycles of life and welcome each new beginning, knowing that every return brings renewal, wisdom, and a fresh start.
Image (Legge):
Thunder within the earth:
The image of The Turning Point.
Thus the kings of antiquity closed the passes
At the time of solstice.
Merchants and strangers did not go about,
And the ruler
Did not travel through the provinces
Judgement (Legge):
Return. Success.
Going out and coming in without error.
Friends come without blame.
To and Fro goes the way.
On the seventh day comes return.
It furthers one to have somewhere to go.
Overall meaning:
Returning, signifies a time of renewal, recovery, and coming back to your true path. It represents a period when things begin to turn around after a time of difficulty or setback, offering a fresh start and a chance to reconnect with your inner values and purpose. This hexagram encourages embracing the natural cycle of life, trusting that every ending brings a new beginning, and understanding that progress often involves returning to what is essential and meaningful.
A reminder that renewal is always possible, and growth often follows times of rest or retreat. It invites you to move forward with patience and confidence, knowing that you are being guided back to a path of harmony and balance. By embracing the opportunity to begin again, you align yourself with the flow of life, allowing positive changes to unfold naturally.
Upright Hexagram
Rotated 90°
counter clockwise
Change - - to 0
Change — to 1
Binary Number Created:
000001
Line 1:
Someone returning from a small misstep, recognizing their error before it grows into something more serious. This early correction brings great good fortune, as they wisely turn back to the right path before causing any harm.
Line 2:
A return that is graceful and admirable, a genuine movement back to what is true and right. This sincere return is met with good fortune, as it reflects a heart aligned with integrity and wisdom.
Line 3:
Reveals someone who has needed to return multiple times, repeatedly straying from their path. Though their position is precarious and fraught with risk, they manage to avoid significant mistakes, demonstrating resilience and the ability to learn from experience.
Line 4:
Shows someone standing firm in their principles, moving through a landscape of uncertainty and confusion but returning alone to their rightful path. Despite the influences around her, she remains true to herself, finding her way back with strength and clarity.
Line 5:
Portrays a noble and honorable return, where the person’s actions are guided by a deep sense of purpose and truth. This return leaves no cause for regret, as it is undertaken with wisdom and sincerity, ensuring a positive outcome.
Line 6:
Depicts someone lost in confusion, misunderstanding the nature of return and acting recklessly. This leads to disaster and widespread consequences, potentially bringing harm even to the ruler. Such actions cause deep regret, and it may take a long time to recover from the damage inflicted by these misguided decisions.
24
Binary:
Structure:
Unicode decimal:
Unicode point:
Sector:
000001
Core Gua
19927
U+4DD7
0 to 5.625
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