Career
In career: this line's teaching of "feet in the stocks — a small punishment prevents greater evil" applies directly to professional situations. Act in accordance with this principle for the best career outcome.
Hexagram 21 Biting Through — First Nine Line Explained
First Nine: His feet are fastened in the stocks, so that his toes disappear. No blame.
Yao Position Overview
Yao Text
First Nine: His feet are fastened in the stocks, so that his toes disappear. No blame.
Tuan Commentary
The Tuan says: Something between the jaws — hence Biting Through. Biting through has success. The strong and the yielding are divided; movement and clarity combine.
The First Nine is line 1 of the Biting Through hexagram. A minor punishment at the beginning prevents major wrongdoing later. Like stocks restraining the feet, early correction keeps the small offender from becoming a great criminal. Prevention through firm early action.
As the Yilore card "Shackles as Warning" depicts, this line embodies the principle of feet in the stocks — a small punishment prevents greater evil — a teaching that applies to every area of life.
Yilore Reading
Shackles as Warning
Yilore interprets the First Nine of Biting Through as "Shackles as Warning." This card captures the essence of feet in the stocks — a small punishment prevents greater evil.
A minor punishment at the beginning prevents major wrongdoing later. Like stocks restraining the feet, early correction keeps the small offender from becoming a great criminal. Prevention through firm early action.
The card's wisdom teaches us to align our actions with this principle, trusting that genuine alignment with the hexagram's energy brings the most favorable outcomes.
Divination Insights
The First Nine in divination carries the theme of "Feet in the Stocks — A Small Punishment Prevents Greater Evil." A minor punishment at the beginning prevents major wrongdoing later. Like stocks restraining the feet, early correction keeps the small offender from becoming a great criminal. Prevention through firm
Relationships
In relationships: feet in the stocks — a small punishment prevents greater evil — apply this wisdom to your love life for deeper connection and better outcomes.
Wealth
Financially: the principle of "feet in the stocks — a small punishment prevents greater evil" guides sound financial decisions aligned with this line's energy.
Health
Health-wise: embody the spirit of "feet in the stocks — a small punishment prevents greater evil" in your approach to physical and mental wellbeing.
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FAQ
What does the First Nine of Biting Through mean?
A minor punishment at the beginning prevents major wrongdoing later. Like stocks restraining the feet, early correction keeps the small offender from becoming a great criminal. Prevention through firm early action.
What does "First Nine: His feet are fastened in the stocks, so that his..." teach us?
This line teaches the principle of feet in the stocks — a small punishment prevents greater evil. A minor punishment at the beginning prevents major wrongdoing later. Like stocks restraining the feet, early correction keeps the small offender from becoming a great criminal. Prevention through firm
How should I apply the First Nine line's guidance?
Apply the principle of "feet in the stocks — a small punishment prevents greater evil" to your current situation. A minor punishment at the beginning prevents major wrongdoing later. Like stocks restraining the feet, early correction keeps the small offender from Trust this guidance and act in alignment with it.