Hexagram For Opposition Symbol
䷥ represents opposition in the I Ching, often read as tension between opposing forces.
U+4DE5
䷥ is the I Ching hexagram named “Hexagram for Opposition.” It’s used as a compact symbol for themes like contrast, resistance, and facing a counterpart. You can copy it directly or use standard Unicode escapes in your projects.
Hexagram For Opposition Symbol Meaning
In the I Ching, “Opposition” points to a situation where two forces meet directly and push against each other. Rather than treating conflict as pointless, the reading emphasizes how the clash shapes outcomes—how you respond under pressure, how boundaries are tested, and how imbalance becomes visible. The symbol is often associated with noticing what is “opposite” or “at odds,” then acting with clarity and restraint. In writing or design, it can function as a visual shorthand for productive tension: challenges that arise when competing priorities, viewpoints, or energies collide.
Common uses
- •Symbolizing conflict or a challenging standoff in writing and journaling
- •Designing posters or thumbnails about contrast, opposites, or debate
- •Tagging content about resilience, friction, or navigating tension
- •Adding thematic flair to poetry, prompts, or game quest descriptions
- •Using it as a decorative Unicode glyph in UI mockups and artwork
Examples
䷥ Hexagram for Opposition
- ䷥“Today feels like ䷥—two priorities pulling hard in opposite directions.”
- ䷥“I chose patience instead of reacting to ䷥ energy.”
- ䷥“This chapter is about opposition: what clashes, and what changes.”
- ䷥“Our discussion turned into ䷥, but we stayed respectful.”
- ䷥“The puzzle’s theme is ䷥: counterforces that must be balanced.”
Variations
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Technical codes
| Unicode | U+4DE5 | |
| HTML Entity | ䷥ | |
| HTML Code | ䷥ | |
| CSS | \4DE5 | |
| Alt Code | Alt + 19941 | |
| Decimal | 19941 |
How to type Hexagram For Opposition Symbol (䷥)
On Windows
Hold Alt and type 19941 on the numeric keypad. In Word, type 4DE5 then press Alt + X.
On Mac
Switch to the Unicode Hex Input keyboard, then hold Option and type 4DE5. Or press Control + Command + Space and search.
On Linux
Press Control + Shift + U, type 4de5, then press Enter or Space.
Anywhere
Copy ䷥ with the button above and paste it wherever you need it — this works on every device and in every app, with no keyboard shortcut to remember.
FAQ
What does ䷥ mean?
䷥ is the I Ching hexagram called “Hexagram for Opposition,” commonly associated with direct contrast between forces and how you respond to that tension.
How can I copy ䷥ in my code?
You can use the Unicode character ䷥ directly, or use escapes: CSS \\4DE5, JavaScript \\u{4DE5}, or HTML entity ䷥.
Is this symbol the same as a yin-yang sign?
No. ䷥ is specifically an I Ching hexagram for “Opposition,” not the yin-yang symbol.
Where is ䷥ commonly used?
It’s often used in writing, design, and UI mockups as a compact glyph to suggest conflict, contrast, or productive tension.