Hexagram 29
The Abysmal
Kan · Deep water
Overview
This phase invites clarity and asks you to notice what is ready to mature without forcing the outcome.
Relationship
In relationships, The Abysmal points toward honest attention, softer assumptions, and communication that leaves space for another person's reality.
Career
For career questions, this pattern favors momentum paired with practical next steps, especially where the path has felt emotionally crowded.
Finance
Review your commitments with fresh eyes; some expenses no longer serve you.
Health
Small daily practices matter more than occasional intense efforts.
Advice
Move with discipline and choose the next step that keeps your values visible.
Avoid
Avoid over-explaining yourself to those who are not ready to hear.
Reflection
What would a calm version of you decide right now?
The Six Lines
Explore each line's meaning and interpretation.
初六
Chu Liu
Repetition of the Abysmal. In the abyss one falls into a pit. Misfortune.
二九
Er Jiu
The abyss has danger. One should strive to attain only small things.
三六
San Liu
Forward and backward, abyss on abyss. In such danger, pause at first; otherwise you will fall into a pit in the abyss. Do not act so.
四六
Si Liu
A jug of wine, a dish of rice as an addition, earthenware, simply handed in through the window. That is in no way a blame.
五九
Wu Jiu
The abyss is not overflowing; it is only filled up to the rim. No blame.
上六
Shang Liu
Bound with cords and ropes, shut in between thorny prison walls; for three years one does not find one's way. Misfortune!