Hexagram 15
Modesty
Qian Humility · Quiet strength
Overview
This phase invites reflection and asks you to notice what is ready to mature without forcing the outcome.
Relationship
In relationships, Modesty points toward honest attention, softer assumptions, and communication that leaves space for another person's reality.
Career
For career questions, this pattern favors boundaries paired with practical next steps, especially where the path has felt emotionally crowded.
Finance
This is a time for stewardship, not speculation. Conserve what you have.
Health
Rest is not a reward; it is the foundation of sustained effort.
Advice
Move with growth and choose the next step that keeps your values visible.
Avoid
Avoid clinging to what has already passed or resisting what is emerging.
Reflection
Where are you giving more weight to worry than to evidence?
The Six Lines
Explore each line's meaning and interpretation.
初六
Chu Liu
A modestly modest noble one may cross the great water. Good fortune!
二六
Er Liu
Modesty that comes to expression. Perseverance brings good fortune.
三六
San Liu
A meritorious and modest noble one brings to completion. Good fortune!
四九
Si Jiu
Nothing that would not further modesty in movement.
五六
Wu Liu
Do not rely on wealth before one's neighbor. It is favorable to attack with force. Nothing that would not further.
上六
Shang Liu
Modesty that comes to expression. It is favorable to set armies marching to chastise one's own city and one's own country.