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Hexagram 24
Return
复 · Fù
Trigram Composition
Upper Trigram
Earth
Lower Trigram
Thunder
The Judgment (彖)
Return. Success. Going out and coming in without error. Friends come without blame. The way returns; in seven days comes return.
The Image (象)
Thunder within the earth. The ancient kings closed the passes at the time of solstice.
Meaning
The turning point. After the darkest moment, light returns. A single yang line emerges at the bottom — new growth begins. The cycle turns.
Advice
The worst is over. New energy is stirring. Don't rush it — let the recovery happen naturally. This is a tender new beginning that needs gentle nurturing.
Keywords
RenewalTurning pointNew beginningRecoveryReturn