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Obstruction

Hexagram 39 of 64 · Jiǎn

Obstruction on the path

The classic text

In EnglishObstruction on the path. Going around beats breaking through

Original text · Judgement (卦辭)利西南,不利東北;利見大人,貞吉

Original text · Image (象辭)山上有水,蹇;君子以反身修德

TrigramsUpper Water ☵ · Lower Mountain ☶

What to do

Carry out

1. Turn inward 2. Seek help 3. Change the route

Be careful

Going around beats breaking through

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