Skip navigation, go to main content
#1

The Creative (Heaven)

乾 — Qián
Upper trigram: Heaven (Qián) · Lower trigram: Heaven (Qián)

Overall meaning

Hexagram The Creative symbolizes the pure creative power of Heaven; all six lines are yang. It signifies strength, pioneering, leadership, and origination. Casting this hexagram indicates a period of flourishing yang energy — exert your talent and never cease your effort.

Judgment text (Thoán từ)

Sublime success, furthering through perseverance. Heaven moves with strength — the superior person ceaselessly strengthens the self.

Line texts (6 lines)

  1. 1
    First Nine: Hidden dragon, do not act. Bide your time in concealment; this is not yet the moment to act.
  2. 2
    Second Nine: Dragon appearing in the field — it furthers one to see the great person. The right time begins; seek out talented and virtuous companions.
  3. 3
    Third Nine: The superior person is creatively active all day, vigilant and alert at evening — danger but no blame. Diligence and watchfulness.
  4. 4
    Fourth Nine: Wavering flight over the depths — no blame. Standing before a great opportunity, weigh carefully.
  5. 5
    Fifth Nine: Flying dragon in the heavens — it furthers one to see the great person. Peak position; the most successful moment.
  6. 6
    Top Nine: Arrogant dragon will have cause to repent. Having reached the summit, do not be self-satisfied — know when to stop.

Applications by topic

Marriage
Yang strength is excessive — a gentle partner is needed for balance. Progress is favorable when both yield; avoid one side dominating the other.
Career
Fortune is rising — a time to fully exert talent and break through. Suited to leadership positions and work demanding creativity.
Wealth
Wealth fortune is flourishing, suited for investing and expanding. Yet do not be too greedy — know when to stop, to avoid regret.
Health
Vitality is abundant; health is good. Avoid overwork and anger, which harm the heart and blood pressure.
Lawsuit
Your position is strong; litigation is favorable. Know when to stop once the goal is reached, do not push the opponent into a corner.

✨ AI-powered deep analysis

Get a detailed reading tailored to your situation — free, daily limit applies.

← View all 64 hexagrams