Waiting (Nourishment)

Overall meaning

Judgment text (Thoán từ)

Line texts (6 lines)

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   First Nine: Waiting in the meadow — it furthers one to abide in what endures, no blame. Still far from danger; keep to your daily routine and wait.
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   Second Nine: Waiting on the sand — small gossip, in the end good fortune. Closer to danger but still safe; minor criticism, yet good outcome.
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   Third Nine: Waiting in the mud — invites the arrival of the enemy. Already in danger; only caution averts disaster.
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   Fourth Six: Waiting in blood — get out of the pit. In extreme danger but escape is still possible.
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   Fifth Nine: Waiting at meat and drink — perseverance brings good fortune. In a good position, calmly enjoy and wait — uprightness is best.
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   Top Six: One falls into a pit; three uninvited guests arrive — honor them, in the end good fortune. Even in extreme difficulty, benefactors arrive to help.

Applications by topic

Marriage

Romance has not yet ripened — wait patiently. Do not rush; prepare yourself, and the right one will come at the right time.

Career

Not yet a time for big action. Build capacity, develop relationships, and wait for the right moment. Haste invites failure.

Wealth

Do not invest large sums yet. Preserve capital and wait for clearer opportunities. Stable finance matters more than immediate profit.

Health

Health needs rest and nourishment. Do not push too hard. Eat well and sleep enough — health will recover.

Lawsuit

Not a good time to file suit or confront. Gather more evidence and wait for favorable timing.