Career
In career matters, First Nine of The Corners of the Mouth (Nourishment) advises careful attention to how you nourish your professional growth at this stage.
Hexagram 27 The Corners of the Mouth (Nourishment) — First Nine Line Explained
First Nine: You let your magic tortoise go and look at me with the corners of your mouth drooping. Misfortune.
Yao Position Overview
Yao Text
First Nine: You let your magic tortoise go and look at me with the corners of your mouth drooping. Misfortune.
Tuan Commentary
The Tuan Commentary on The Corners of the Mouth (Nourishment): Perseverance brings good fortune. Pay heed to the providing of nourishment and to what a person seeks to fill his own mouth with.
Image Commentary
At the foot of the mountain, thunder: The image of Nourishment. Thus the superior person is careful of his words and temperate in eating and drinking.
First Nine occupies the lowest position, a yang line with inherent strength and self-sufficiency — symbolized by the "magic tortoise" that can survive on air alone. Yet instead of relying on this inner resource, First Nine abandons it to gaze enviously at the nourishment of others ("look at me with the corners of your mouth drooping"). Misfortune.
The magic tortoise represents innate wisdom and self-reliance. To abandon it for the sake of envying others' nourishment is to trade substance for emptiness, independence for dependency. The misfortune comes from looking outward for what can only be found within.
Modern Insight: Do not abandon your own talents and inner resources out of envy for what others have. The person who neglects their unique gifts to chase what looks appealing on others' plates will end up with nothing of substance.
Yilore Reading
Abandoning the Magic Tortoise
Yilore interprets First Nine of The Corners of the Mouth (Nourishment) as "Abandoning the Magic Tortoise." First Nine occupies the lowest position, a yang line with inherent strength and self-sufficiency — symbolized by the "magic tortoise" that can survive on air alone. Yet instead of relying on this inner resource, First Nine abandons it to gaze enviously at the nourishment of others ("look at me with
Divination Insights
First Nine of The Corners of the Mouth (Nourishment) speaks to this moment in your journey.
Relationships
In relationships, First Nine of The Corners of the Mouth (Nourishment) speaks to the quality of emotional nourishment exchanged between partners.
Wealth
Financially, First Nine of The Corners of the Mouth (Nourishment) counsels mindfulness about what you invest in and the sustainability of your approach.
Health
For health, First Nine of The Corners of the Mouth (Nourishment) emphasizes the direct connection between what you take in and your well-being.
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FAQ
What does First Nine of Hexagram 27 mean?
First Nine occupies the lowest position, a yang line with inherent strength and self-sufficiency — symbolized by the "magic tortoise" that can survive on air alone. Yet instead of relying on this inner resource, First Nine abandons it to gaze enviously at the nourishment of others ("look at me with
Is First Nine of The Corners of the Mouth (Nourishment) favorable?
The line text 'First Nine: You let your magic tortoise go and look at me with the corners of your mouth drooping. Misfortune.' indicates the nature of this position. Consider the context of your question.
How should I apply First Nine guidance?
The core teaching of First Nine in The Corners of the Mouth (Nourishment) is reflected in its name: Abandoning the Magic Tortoise. Apply this principle to your situation with mindfulness.