At the top is the trigram Kun (Earth), at the bottom is the trigram Kun (Earth). All lines of this hexagram are yin, which symbolizes the womb that gives birth to new life, using the image of a mare, both gentle and incredibly enduring. Any creative impulse emanating from Heaven needs a nourishing and creative environment in which it can materialize. This is the Earth, whose power is expressed in its compliance and acceptance, following and support. Do not confuse this with weakness and flabbiness. The power of the Earth is boundless, all living things exist and evolve thanks to its resources and endless energy. This is the principle of maternal support and assistance in the implementation of the designs of others. By following the wisdom of a mentor, you find yourself. By supporting good initiatives, you grow and strengthen.
If you embrace the creative impulse of Heaven, abundance awaits you — in fertile soil, a single seed can grow into a dense forest. Constant changes tell us that the activity of Heaven is replaced by the obedience of Earth. If you can empty your mind to accommodate and accept the surrounding world, if with breadth and generosity you meet the many changes of this world, if your heart can contain the full rivers and mighty oceans, snowy mountains and endless forests, plains and fields – your strength will become the strength of the Earth, and nothing will prevent you.
This hexagram calls on you to listen to the surrounding world. Remember that you can yield and perceive the will of Heaven while remaining true to yourself. The world is full of wise and extraordinary people who can teach you a lot. Do not close yourself off and do not think that you have learned and understood everything – this only makes you more selfish and closed off, distancing from happiness and harmony.
Follow someone’s wise advice, then success awaits you. Remember – you are not alone on the path of life. Like the ideal image of a mother, develop in yourself unconditional love, which is above emotional attachment. This hexagram envisages a gentle, balanced, steadfast, and bold approach to your questions. Following this path, the desired result will have to be waited for, but this waiting will fully pay off. Impulsive actions will not bring you success.