HEXAGRAM 9

Small Accumulating

小畜 xiǎochù

The Taming Power of the Small, Domestication, Small Harvest, Minor Restraint, Small Livestock

The taming power of the small has success through friendly persuasion and adaptability. Obstacles remain; only preparatory measures can be taken.

Wind drives clouds across heaven. When unable to produce massive external impacts, refine the expression of your nature in small ways.

Changing Lines🔗

Line 1🔗

Wisely return to your natural path when encountering obstructions; it is reasonable not to try to obtain anything by force.

Line 2🔗

Seeing the way blocked, a reasonable man does not expose himself to a personal rebuff but retreats in harmony with others.

Line 3🔗

Forcing advance against a slight obstruction fails, causing domestic arguments and compromising your personal dignity.

Line 4 ★🔗

Ruling line. If you are sincere, disinterested truth carries enough weight to achieve the end, causing danger and fear to give way.

Line 5🔗

Mutual reinforcement and shared prosperity lead to deep ties where devotion and trustworthiness complement each other perfectly.

Line 6🔗

Success is achieved bit by bit, requiring caution. The winning weak element must not vaunt its victory; stay content and do not advance further.