Hexagram 52: Keeping Still (艮 Gèn) – I Ching Meaning
Hexagram 52 of the 64 I Ching hexagrams is called Keeping Still (艮, Gèn). It is made of the lower trigram Gen (Mountain) and the upper trigram Gen (Mountain). Keywords: stillness, boundaries, calm focus. This is for reflection and entertainment, not a prediction.
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Judgment
Stop when it is time to stop, and move when it is time to move. Quiet the mind and the body together, and the way clears.
The Image
Mountain upon mountain. Keep your thoughts within their rightful place and do not be pulled around by every impulse.
Keeping Still hexagram meaning
General meaning
A time for stillness and focus. Calm your mind and do not rush to act.
Love
Space and quiet are valuable. Pause to feel what you truly want.
Career
Pause and set clear boundaries. Focus on one thing at a time.
Advice
Be still. Let the mind settle and the next step will show itself.
The six changing lines
- Line 1. Stop at the very first step. Early restraint prevents later trouble.
- Line 2. You are held back and cannot help someone move. Accept it and stay kind.
- Line 3. Stiffness in the middle makes everything tight. Loosen up, since forced calm backfires.
- Line 4. Keeping the whole body still is rest. Calm yourself and avoid blame.
- Line 5. Watch your words, since they lead to regret. Speak carefully and order your speech.
- Line 6. Stillness of the heart is complete. A generous, steady presence is a gift.
In short
Stop, breathe, and quiet your mind before deciding what to do next.
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