Hexagram #10
Lü · 履
乾 above · 巽 below
Hexagram 10, Lü (履), combines the Qian (upper) and Xun (lower) trigrams. Treading upon the tail of the tiger.
Judgment (卦辞)
Treading upon the tail of the tiger. It does not bite the man. Success. One walks carefully upon a dangerous path; by conducting oneself with propriety and respect, even the most perilous situations can be navigated without harm.
履：履虎尾，不咥人，亨。
Image (象辞)
Heaven above, the lake below — the image of Treading. The superior man discriminates between high and low, and thus stabilizes the people's thinking. Heaven and the lake stand in proper relation; there is a natural order that must be respected.
上天下泽，履；君子以辩上下，定民志。
Trigram Composition
Upper: ☰ Qian (乾)
Heaven · Creative, Strong
Lower: ☴ Xun (巽)
Wind · Gentle, Penetrating
Modern Application
Lü teaches navigating dangerous situations through careful conduct and respect for boundaries — vital for risk management, diplomatic engagement, and professional etiquette.
履教导通过谨慎行事和尊重边界来驾驭危险局面——对风险管理、外交接触和职业礼仪至关重要。
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Frequently Asked Questions常见问题
What does Hexagram 10 (Lü) mean?第 10 卦 履 是什么意思？+
Hexagram 10, Lü (履), represents the interaction of Qian (above) and Xun (below). Treading upon the tail of the tiger. It does not bite the man. Success. One walks carefully upon a dangerous path; by conducting oneself with propriety and respect, even the most perilous situations c
What are the trigrams of Hexagram 10?第 10 卦的上下卦是什么？+
Hexagram 10 has Qian as the upper trigram and Xun as the lower trigram.
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