The Cauldron

Overall meaning

Judgment text (Thoán từ)

Line texts (6 lines)

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   First Six: A cauldron with legs upturned — furthers removal of stagnating stuff — one takes a concubine for the sake of her son — no blame. Turn over to remove dregs — reform from the root.
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   Second Nine: There is food in the cauldron — my comrades are envious, but they cannot harm me — good fortune. Talent nourished in the right place — the envious cannot harm.
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   Third Nine: The handle of the cauldron is altered — one is impeded in his way of life — the fat of the pheasant is not eaten — once rain falls, remorse is spent — good fortune comes in the end. Briefly impeded but in the end nourished.
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   Fourth Nine: The legs of the cauldron are broken — the prince's meal is spilled and his person soiled — misfortune. Burden too heavy for capacity — disaster.
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   Fifth Six: The cauldron has yellow handles, golden carrying rings — perseverance furthers. Equipment for nourishment is perfect — perseverance brings benefit.
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   Top Nine: The cauldron has rings of jade — great good fortune — nothing that does not further. The cauldron at its perfect — great good fortune, all favorable.

Applications by topic

Marriage

Relationship needs continuous nourishment and transformation. Invest time and care. Build a civilized, warm family life.

Career

Suited to fields in education, food, culture, art. Nurture your own and others' talent. Transform experience into value.

Wealth

Investing in cultural and educational fields pays off. Assets nourished over time create lasting value.

Health

Focus on diet and nutrition. Nourish the body with healthy food. Good health is the result of continuous care.

Lawsuit

Nourish argument and evidence carefully. Build a complete file. Thorough preparation is the foundation of victory.