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Hexagram 19
Approach
临 · Lín
Trigram Composition
Upper Trigram
Earth
Lower Trigram
Lake
The Judgment (彖)
Approach has supreme success. Perseverance furthers. When the eighth month comes, there will be misfortune.
The Image (象)
Earth above the lake. The superior person's teaching and thought are inexhaustible.
Meaning
A time of increasing power and influence. Things are growing and approaching you favorably. But remember: every approach is eventually followed by withdrawal.
Advice
Opportunity is growing. Move forward with confidence but prepare for the eventual turn. Use this favorable time wisely — it won't last forever.
Keywords
GrowthOpportunityApproachInfluencePreparation