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Second Hexagram: Kun (The Receptive)

  Yijing 2nd Hexagram: Kun (The Receptive) 1. Only hexagram that has all 6 lines as Yin (2 broken lines).  The broken lines represent the dark, yielding, receptive primal power of Yin.   2. The attribute of Kun is Devotion , its image is earth.  It complements Qian and is the other half of duality in life: man and woman, hard and solft.  3. Considered the 2nd most important hexagram of all 64 hexagrams, for it teaches us to be humble, patient and supportive.  5. Meaning of each line (read from bottom to top) Line 1 - Receptive Beginning: This line represents the very essence of receptiveness at its beginning. It's akin to fertile soil, ready to receive seeds. In human terms, it's about being open and ready to accept new ideas or guidance. Think of it as an attitude of humility and willingness to learn, like a student eager to absorb knowledge. Line 2 - Perfect Receptivity: Line 2 symbolizes optimal receptivity and supportiveness. It's at the core of Kun, representing the id