Transformation · lines 2 and 3
Advance becomes The Vessel of Nourishment
What this change means
Earth turns to Wind beneath the fire as the second and third lines move, and the picture becomes a cauldron over flame. The third line leads with a simple, strong idea: people agree with you and walk alongside you, backing you where you struggle. The second adds patience with a person who hasn't helped yet; don't be sad about it, because steady openness can bring that same support around. The resulting hexagram, 50 The Vessel of Nourishment, describes a change that happens naturally, little by little, the way food cooks. Keep your enthusiasm lit, since it's what keeps you going, and be clear about the resources at hand, as a cook is clear about ingredients. Nothing here needs upheaval. Let the shared effort simmer, accept that some help arrives late, and avoid rushing a process that is already moving well.
What to read, in order
Marked ● is what Zhu Xi's tradition puts at the center for this number of moving lines.
- Line 3 of 35 Advance
You move forward together, with the support of others, and they'll back you in the areas where you find it hard to advance.
All agree. Regret vanishes.
- Line 2 of 35 Advance
Even if at first you don't get help from the person you asked, don't be sad. Stay open and keep at it, and that same person will give you the help you need and deserve.
Advancing, and grieving. Constancy brings good fortune. This great blessing is received from their grandmother.
- The judgment of 35 Advance
A time of growth and achievement is coming, and you should make the most of it. You'll receive help and favors from important people. If you need something, don't hesitate to ask: doors will open for you. Your talents are recognized, and just as you receive help, it's also a time to contribute to the growth and betterment of others.
The lord of Kang is granted horses in great numbers; in a single day he is received three times.
- The judgment of 50 The Vessel of Nourishment
It's a time of change and adjustment, and it will happen naturally, without great upheaval, the way food cooks. Keep the flame lit: it's the enthusiasm that gives you the strength to keep going. And be clear about the resources you have, the way a cook chooses the ingredients. The change will come about little by little.
Great good fortune. Success.
The trigrams
The way back
50 The Vessel of Nourishment → 35 Advancelines 2 and 3
Other transformations of Advance
- 38Oppositeslines 1 and 2
- 30The Flamelines 1 and 3
- 27Nourishmentlines 1 and 4
- 4Immaturitylines 2 and 4
- 52Abidinglines 3 and 4
- 25Innocencelines 1 and 5
- 6Conflictlines 2 and 5
- 33Leaving Behindlines 3 and 5
- 20Observinglines 4 and 5
- 51Shocklines 1 and 6
- 40Clearing Obstacleslines 2 and 6
- 62Success in Small Matterslines 3 and 6
- 2Passivitylines 4 and 6
- 45Meetinglines 5 and 6
Make your own cast
The answer changes with the question. Toss the coins and see which lines move for you.