HEXAGRAM 62

Small Exceeding

小過 xiǎoguò

Preponderance of the Small

In exceptional times, focus on small things; stay humble, close to the ground, and conservative.

Thunder on the mountain; let behavior be exceptionally modest and mourning deeply sincere.

Changing Lines🔗

Line 1🔗

A bird flying prematurely crashes; do not force high roles before capability is ripe.

Line 2🔗

Meet the grandfather but pass the prince; content yourself with low, supportive rank safely.

Line 3🔗

Failing to guard your perimeter allows hidden, inferior attacks to crush you; stay alert.

Line 4🔗

Do not act forcefully; stay flexible and adapt to conditions rather than pushing ahead.

Line 5 ★🔗

Ruling line. Dense clouds yield no rain from the west; seek competent helpers in mountain caves.

Line 6🔗

Soaring too high misses the target, inviting systemic doom and environmental friction.