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Hexagram 39

Obstruction

蹇 ䷦

☵ Water above

☶ Mountain below

Obstruction on the path. Turn inward for counsel; advance only when aligned.

Overview

Obstruction (Jiǎn) — Obstruction on the path. Turn inward for counsel; advance only when aligned. This hexagram offers timeless guidance for your current situation.

Key Themes

Oracle Advice

Reflect deeply on the message of this hexagram and let it guide your next steps.

Changing Lines

Trigrams

☵ Water

Water · 坎

Danger, depth, wisdom, hidden truth, and perseverance through adversity.

☶ Mountain

Earth · 艮

Stillness, stopping, stability, boundaries, and reflection.

Their Interaction

Water above and Mountain below — their interaction creates the unique energy of Obstruction.

Keywords

I ChingObstructionWisdomGuidance

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