✦ HEXAGRAM 6
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Conflict.
Heaven above, Water below.
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JUDGMENT
Conflict. You are sincere and are being obstructed. A cautious halt halfway brings good fortune.
THE IMAGE
Heaven and water go their opposite ways: the image of Conflict. Thus in all affairs the superior man carefully considers the beginning.
INTERPRETATION
Heaven rises, water falls — their natures diverge. Conflict arises when two forces move in opposite directions without acknowledgment.
This hexagram warns against pushing a dispute to its conclusion. Winning may cost more than losing. Seek mediation. A cautious halt halfway — before positions harden — brings the best outcome.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
- What does Hexagram 6 mean?
- Hexagram 6 warns of conflict and advises caution. Do not escalate disputes — seek compromise or mediation before positions harden.
- Should I fight or back down with Hexagram 6?
- Neither fully. The hexagram advises a cautious halt — compromise, seek a mediator, and carefully consider whether the fight is worth its cost.