Shui Tian Xu (Water over Heaven)
Upper: Kan / Lower: Qian
Water
Waiting
With sincerity, bright success; correctness brings good fortune. It is beneficial to cross the great river.
Clouds ascend to Heaven: Xu; the noble person thus takes food and drink and enjoys himself. — Clouds rise to the sky, symbolizing waiting for the right moment; the noble person should remain composed during the wait, nurturing body and mind.
The Xu hexagram symbolizes waiting for the right timing and gathering strength. In career matters, impatience is unwise; one should patiently wait for the best opportunity; in relationships, time is needed for cultivation, and success will come naturally; in decision-making, if confidence is ample, one may proceed boldly, but thorough preparation is essential.
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