Hexagram:

02. Receptive Power

Line #

Drawn as

Energy

Duality

Trigram

Dynamic

Polarity

Upper Trigram

Earth

Mother

Mature Yin

Lower Trigram

Earth

Mother

Mature Yin

Yin

Feminine

English Name

Chinese Name

Hanzi

Pinyin

Action

Hexagram:

卦 Guà

02. Receptive Power

坤

kūn

Reflect

Hidden Influence:

互卦 Hu Guà (nuclear)

02. Receptive Power

坤

kūn

Reflect

Underlying Cause:

綜卦 Zong Guà (reverse)

01. The Creative

乾

qián

Initiate

Also known as:

The Receptive Earth

Expression:

Affirmation:

"I devote myself."

"I am open to the boundless wisdom and strength within me; I embrace each challenge as an opportunity for growth and transformation, knowing that I am grounded, receptive, and powerful in my journey."

Image (Legge):

The earth's condition is receptive devotion. Thus the superior man who has breadth of character carries the outer world.

Judgement (Legge):

The Receptive brings about sublime success, furthering through the perseverance of a mare. If the superior man undertakes something and tries to lead, he goes astray; but if he follows, he finds guidance. It is favorable to find friends in the west and south, to forgo friends in the east and north. Quiet perseverance brings good fortune.

Overall meaning:

Receptive Power, embodies the essence of yielding, nurturing, and embracing the natural flow of life. It represents the profound strength that comes from being open, adaptable, and aligned with the rhythms of the universe. Like the fertile earth that patiently receives the seed, this hexagram encourages us to cultivate patience, acceptance, and trust in the unfolding of events. It is a time to listen deeply, to be guided by intuition, and to allow things to develop organically without force or resistance. Receptive Power teaches us that true strength lies not in control but in the ability to remain grounded and resilient while welcoming whatever life brings.

Embrace the beauty of stillness and to find power in surrender. It invites us to let go of the need to push or strive and instead to focus on being fully present and aware. By embodying a spirit of openness and humility, we create the space for growth, transformation, and new possibilities to emerge. This hexagram reminds us that sometimes the most profound progress is made not through action, but through stillness, receptivity, and a willingness to be guided by forces greater than ourselves.

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Line 1:

Suggests situation where initial signs of change or challenge are present, like treading on thin frost that will soon become solid ice. It warns to be aware of early indications and prepare for potentially tougher conditions ahead.

Line 2:

Represents qualities of integrity, stability, and greatness, suggesting a natural alignment with the right path. It indicates that when one acts with straightforwardness and strength of character, success will come effortlessly and bring comprehensive benefits.

Line 3:

Depicts a person who, while holding back their abilities, remains steadfast in their inner strength and excellence. If called upon to serve in a higher capacity, they will humbly contribute to success without seeking personal recognition, ensuring a positive outcome.

Line 4:

Suggests a state of neutrality and containment, like a sack that is securely tied up. This indicates a time of neither great achievement nor fault; actions taken are balanced and restrained, leading to a situation where there is neither cause for blame nor for praise.

Line 5:

Symbolizes humility and sincerity, represented by the yellow lower garment, a modest and noble color in Chinese culture. This line indicates that maintaining a humble and honest approach will lead to great good fortune and positive outcomes.

Line 6:

Depicts a conflict arising from excessive force or ambition, symbolized by dragons fighting in the wild with their blood stained purple and yellow. This line warns that when opposing energies clash without harmony, the result is destructive, leading to regret and loss.

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Binary:

Structure:

Unicode decimal:

Unicode point:

Sector:

000000

Core of the Core Gua

19905

U+2637

354.375 to 360

Trigrams

Hexagram Lookup

Bigrams

Earth

Mother

Mature Yin

Earth

Mother

Mature Yin

Also known as:

The Receptive Earth

Expression:

Affirmation:

"I devote myself."

"I am open to the boundless wisdom and strength within me; I embrace each challenge as an opportunity for growth and transformation, knowing that I am grounded, receptive, and powerful in my journey."

Image (Legge):

The earth's condition is receptive devotion. Thus the superior man who has breadth of character carries the outer world.

Judgement (Legge):

Overall meaning:

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Line 1:

Suggests situation where initial signs of change or challenge are present, like treading on thin frost that will soon become solid ice. It warns to be aware of early indications and prepare for potentially tougher conditions ahead.

Line 2:

Represents qualities of integrity, stability, and greatness, suggesting a natural alignment with the right path. It indicates that when one acts with straightforwardness and strength of character, success will come effortlessly and bring comprehensive benefits.

Line 3:

Depicts a person who, while holding back their abilities, remains steadfast in their inner strength and excellence. If called upon to serve in a higher capacity, they will humbly contribute to success without seeking personal recognition, ensuring a positive outcome.

Line 4:

Suggests a state of neutrality and containment, like a sack that is securely tied up. This indicates a time of neither great achievement nor fault; actions taken are balanced and restrained, leading to a situation where there is neither cause for blame nor for praise.

Line 5:

Symbolizes humility and sincerity, represented by the yellow lower garment, a modest and noble color in Chinese culture. This line indicates that maintaining a humble and honest approach will lead to great good fortune and positive outcomes.

Line 6:

Depicts a conflict arising from excessive force or ambition, symbolized by dragons fighting in the wild with their blood stained purple and yellow. This line warns that when opposing energies clash without harmony, the result is destructive, leading to regret and loss.

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Binary:

Structure:

Unicode decimal:

Unicode point:

Sector:

000000

Core of the Core Gua

19905

U+2637

354.375 to 360

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