澤天夬
Core Insight
澤天夬 — Hexagram 43
Breakthrough. The matter must be announced in the king's court — truthfully, without arms. Strength resolves the situation, but only if joined with caution.
The Image
澤上於天，夬；君子以施祿及下，居德則忌。
The Image of Breakthrough: share resources downward and avoid clinging to virtue as private possession. Treat the image as practical discipline, not decoration: let it shape the next concrete choice.
Shifting lines
初爻
At the beginning of Breakthrough, keep the move small. Clarify the real question before seeking momentum.
二爻
A steadier position appears. Accept help, test the facts, and choose the next step that can be repeated.
三爻
Pressure rises in Breakthrough. Do not make the tension theatrical; name the risk and reduce the unnecessary load.
四爻
The situation nears a threshold. Recheck motives, adjust the method, and avoid forcing a premature outcome.
五爻
This is the governing line of Breakthrough. Act from the clearest principle and make the decision useful to others.
上爻
The pattern is reaching its limit. Complete what can be completed, release excess, and prepare for the next change.