Interview with James Byrd: The Significance of Hexagram 46 in the I Ching
-------------------------------------------------- Foretell the Future with the I Ching and My Calendar of Days By James Byrd Interview with James Byrd: The Significance of Hexagram 46 in the I Ching Introduction: Hexagram 46, also known as Sheng or Pushing Upward , is one of the 64 hexagrams in the I Ching , an ancient Chinese text and divination system. It symbolizes the themes of steady progress, growth, and persistence. To gain deeper insights into the philosophical and practical applications of this hexagram, we sat down with James Byrd , an expert in Eastern philosophy and the I Ching . Q: Could you explain the central message of Hexagram 46 and why it remains relevant today? James Byrd: Certainly! Hexagram 46 is all about gradual advancement. It teaches us that progress, though slow and sometimes challenging, is achievable through persistence, humility, and alignment with natural rhythms. In today's fast-paced world, this hexagram is a reminder to embrace steady, susta...