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The Cauldron

鼎 dǐng

Holding

Supreme success occurs when cultural and spiritual values nourish the worthy, aligning society with heaven.

Fire over wood; consolidate your fate by maintaining rightness and clarifying values.

Changing LinesπŸ”—

Line 1πŸ”—

Overturning the vessel clears old refuse; valid for progress to start fresh without stains.

Line 2πŸ”—

The cauldron is full of real substance; keep focused to avoid envious external attacks.

Line 3πŸ”—

Handles removed, progress blocks; wait for the rain of fate to cool down the situation.

Line 4πŸ”—

Overloading breaks the legs of the vessel, spilling the prince's food; disaster from weakness.

Line 5 β˜…πŸ”—

Ruling line. Yellow handles represent central balance and receptive wisdom; firm progress succeeds safely.

Line 6πŸ”—

Jade rings ensure the highest blend of strength and gentleness, crowning the work with beauty.