Career
In career: this line's teaching of "undeserved misfortune — the tethered cow" applies directly to professional situations. Act in accordance with this principle for the best career outcome.
Hexagram 25 Innocence (The Unexpected) — Six in the Third Line Explained
Six in the Third: Undeserved misfortune. The cow that was tethered by someone is the wanderer's gain and the citizen's loss.
Yao Position Overview
Yao Text
Six in the Third: Undeserved misfortune. The cow that was tethered by someone is the wanderer's gain and the citizen's loss.
Tuan Commentary
The Tuan says: In Innocence, the strong comes from without and becomes the master within. Movement and strength: Innocence. The strong is in the center and responds: great success through correctness.
The Six in the Third is line 3 of the Innocence (The Unexpected) hexagram. Sometimes innocent people suffer undeserved misfortune — the tethered cow is taken by a passerby, and the townspeople are blamed for the theft. Bad things happen to good people. The lesson: even when you are innocent, external misfortune can strike. Don't add to the misfortune by blaming yourself.
As the Yilore card "Misfortune Through No Fault" depicts, this line embodies the principle of undeserved misfortune — the tethered cow — a teaching that applies to every area of life.
Yilore Reading
Misfortune Through No Fault
Yilore interprets the Six in the Third of Innocence (The Unexpected) as "Misfortune Through No Fault." This card captures the essence of undeserved misfortune — the tethered cow.
Sometimes innocent people suffer undeserved misfortune — the tethered cow is taken by a passerby, and the townspeople are blamed for the theft. Bad things happen to good people. The lesson: even when you are innocent, external misfortune can strike. Don't add to the misfortune by blaming yourself.
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 Six in the Third in divination carries the theme of "Undeserved Misfortune — The Tethered Cow." Sometimes innocent people suffer undeserved misfortune — the tethered cow is taken by a passerby, and the townspeople are blamed for the theft. Bad things happen to good people. The lesson: even when
Relationships
In relationships: undeserved misfortune — the tethered cow — apply this wisdom to your love life for deeper connection and better outcomes.
Wealth
Financially: the principle of "undeserved misfortune — the tethered cow" guides sound financial decisions aligned with this line's energy.
Health
Health-wise: embody the spirit of "undeserved misfortune — the tethered cow" in your approach to physical and mental wellbeing.
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FAQ
What does the Six in the Third of Innocence (The Unexpected) mean?
Sometimes innocent people suffer undeserved misfortune — the tethered cow is taken by a passerby, and the townspeople are blamed for the theft. Bad things happen to good people. The lesson: even when you are innocent, external misfortune can strike. Don't add to the misfortune by blaming yourself.
What does "Six in the Third: Undeserved misfortune. The cow that was te..." teach us?
This line teaches the principle of undeserved misfortune — the tethered cow. Sometimes innocent people suffer undeserved misfortune — the tethered cow is taken by a passerby, and the townspeople are blamed for the theft. Bad things happen to good people. The lesson: even when
How should I apply the Six in the Third line's guidance?
Apply the principle of "undeserved misfortune — the tethered cow" to your current situation. Sometimes innocent people suffer undeserved misfortune — the tethered cow is taken by a passerby, and the townspeople are blamed for the theft. Bad th Trust this guidance and act in alignment with it.