Zhun - Difficulty at Beginning

One of the 64 hexagrams. Supreme success. Initial difficulties, guard rather than advance.

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Detailed Analysis of Zhun Hexagram

Judgment: Zhun indicates that in the beginning there is difficulty. Supreme success, furthering through perseverance. Nothing should be undertaken. It is favorable to appoint helpers. Image: Clouds and thunder: The image of Difficulty at the Beginning. Thus the superior man brings order out of confusion.

Zhun has Kan (Water) above and Zhen (Thunder) below. All things begin to grow, full of difficulties and obstacles.

Core Meanings

  • Initial Difficulty: Everything is hard at the beginning, like a seed breaking through the soil.
  • Accumulating Strength: Although difficult, there is vitality; one needs to accumulate strength.
  • Patience: Do not act rashly; move forward steadily.

Application

  • Career: Early stage of entrepreneurship, full of difficulties. Better to defend than advance; lay a solid foundation.
  • Wealth: Hard to seek wealth; requires long-term accumulation.
  • Relationships: Relationships are full of twists and turns; good things take time.
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