The Force of Heaven
qián · Heaven over HeavenKeep your strength moving, and keep it honest.
元亨。利貞。
Great creative power is moving, and the way is open. It rewards you for staying true. Like the sky that never stops turning, this strength works best when sustained with purpose, not spent in bursts.
The six lines
初九：潛龍勿用。
The dragon is still hidden under the water. Your ability is real, but its moment has not come. Stay out of action and keep growing.
九二：見龍在田，利見大人。
The dragon comes up into the open field. You can begin to be seen now, and it is a good time to seek out someone wise.
九三：君子終日乾乾，夕惕若；厲，无咎。
You labor all day and stay watchful into the evening. The position carries risk, but that careful attention keeps you clear of fault.
九四：或躍在淵，无咎。
The dragon may leap, or may stay in the deep. You are testing whether to rise. Either choice is sound if it fits the moment.
九五：飛龍在天，利見大人。
The dragon is airborne, high in the sky. You stand where your gifts reach furthest. Now seek the company of people of real worth.
上九：亢龍，有悔。
The dragon has climbed too high. Pushing past the peak leaves you with regret, so learn to recognize when enough is enough.
用九：見羣龍无首，吉。
A whole company of dragons appears, and none insists on leading. When strong people share the lead and nobody dominates, the signs are good.
The I Ching is a tool for reflection. Do not use it as the basis for medical, legal or money decisions.