初
初六。往蹇、來譽。
Going meets obstruction; coming back gains praise. Retreat wisely.
䷦
Hexagram 39
Obstruction (水山蹇)
Suizan-ken / Jiǎn
Water before a mountain—blocked path. Stop, reassess, and seek support.
Judgment
蹇。利西南、不利東北。利見大人、貞吉。
Obstruction. Favorable southwest, unfavorable northeast. Meeting a great person benefits; correctness is good.
Accept the block; detour toward helpful people. Upright patience leads out.
Line-by-Line (Yao)
Interpretations if the line changes.
二
六二。王臣蹇蹇、匪躬之故。
The king’s minister struggles—not for himself. Serving despite hardship.
三
九三。往蹇、來反。
Going is obstructed; returning brings reversal. Turn back to regroup.
四
六四。往蹇、來連。
Going obstructed; returning unites. Retreat to reconnect.
五
九五。大蹇、朋来。
Great obstruction; friends arrive. Help comes in big difficulty.
上
上六。往蹇、來碩、吉。利見大人。
Going obstructed; returning brings abundance—good fortune. Meeting a great person benefits.
Practical Reading
Love & Marriage
Progress is hard; take it slow and seek advice.
Work & Career
Obstacles ahead; consider another route and mentors.
Health
Rest and adjust plans; force will worsen things.
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