Interpreting The I Ching - Hexagram 26 Ta Ch'u

Name: Ta Ch'u .

Keyphrase: The taming power of the great.

Formed By The Trigrams: Mountain over Heaven.

General: Wisdom and resources accumulated in a disciplined manner will help you in all future endeavors.

Love: Your relationship will not be helped by being frivolous or impulsive.

Business: Be disciplined in your approach and seek wisdom from those with more experience.

Personal: Focus on building your inner resources and/or strength.

Overview: Ta Ch'u is about accumulating resources. It is not, however, about being miserly and hoarding. Your wealth should be put to work for the benefit of all. Ta Ch'u is also a reminder that there are people around you with more wisdom and experience and that you should not be afraid, or see it as a sign of weakness, to seek their advice. It is also about moderation. Use your resources but use them wisely so that you can take care of those around you.