Hexagram 62
Preponderance of the Small (Xiǎo Guò)
Above: Thunder · Below: Mountain
Small things you can do; leave big things alone for now
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The judgment
Small things can be done, big things cannot. Flying low is safe — great good fortune.
The Image: Thunder on the mountain: small excess. So the noble person is a little too respectful in conduct, a little too sorrowful in mourning, a little too thrifty in spending.
From the ancient texts
Shao Yong
Yin yields and yang is hemmed in; work with a soft touch. Stay careful and self-controlled; don't rush ahead.
Jiao’s Forest of Changes
Though alarmed at first, in the end there is no worry, and one receives blessing and joy.
It may be frightening at first, but later the worries fade, and blessings come your way.
Takashima
- On fortune: your path is lofty and pure, with a spirit that refuses to sink into vulgar ways.
- On trade: prices are too high for the moment and out of step with the times; both buying and selling are hard.
Five common questions
Timing
A lofty path; stay low, don't climb
Health
Balance cold and heat; treat small ailments early
Money
Prices too high; hard to buy or sell
Home
A house on high ground; mind the small things
Love
An age gap; give way on small things
The health notes are traditional observations to reflect on. If you feel unwell, follow your doctor’s advice.
The six lines
- Six at the beginning: The bird flies up — misfortune.
- Six in the second place: Passing by the grandfather, she meets the grandmother; not reaching the ruler, she meets his minister. No blame.
- Nine in the third place: If he does not take extra precautions, someone may come from behind and strike him. Misfortune.
- Nine in the fourth place: No blame. Without going too far, he meets it. Going forward is dangerous — be on guard. Do not insist on lasting steadfastness.
- Six in the fifth place: Dense clouds but no rain, from our western fields. The prince shoots and takes the one in the cave.
- Six at the top: Not meeting it, he goes past it. The flying bird leaves him — misfortune. This is called calamity.
Reminders from the ancients, offered for reflection only.