Career
In career: this line's teaching of "contemplation of my life — advance or retreat" applies directly to professional situations. Act in accordance with this principle for the best career outcome.
Hexagram 20 Contemplation (View) — Six in the Third Line Explained
Six in the Third: Contemplation of my life decides the choice between advance and retreat.
Yao Position Overview
Yao Text
Six in the Third: Contemplation of my life decides the choice between advance and retreat.
Tuan Commentary
The Tuan says: The great contemplation is above. Yielding and gentle, central and correct: Contemplation of the world.
The Six in the Third is line 3 of the Contemplation (View) hexagram. Turning observation inward to examine your own life, your own patterns, your own contribution to situations. This self-contemplation determines whether you should advance or retreat. Honest self-assessment is the foundation of all wisdom.
As the Yilore card "Reviewing the Chess Board" depicts, this line embodies the principle of contemplation of my life — advance or retreat — a teaching that applies to every area of life.
Yilore Reading
Reviewing the Chess Board
Yilore interprets the Six in the Third of Contemplation (View) as "Reviewing the Chess Board." This card captures the essence of contemplation of my life — advance or retreat.
Turning observation inward to examine your own life, your own patterns, your own contribution to situations. This self-contemplation determines whether you should advance or retreat. Honest self-assessment is the foundation of all wisdom.
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 "Contemplation of My Life — Advance or Retreat." Turning observation inward to examine your own life, your own patterns, your own contribution to situations. This self-contemplation determines whether you should advance or retreat. Honest self-asses
Relationships
In relationships: contemplation of my life — advance or retreat — apply this wisdom to your love life for deeper connection and better outcomes.
Wealth
Financially: the principle of "contemplation of my life — advance or retreat" guides sound financial decisions aligned with this line's energy.
Health
Health-wise: embody the spirit of "contemplation of my life — advance or retreat" in your approach to physical and mental wellbeing.
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FAQ
What does the Six in the Third of Contemplation (View) mean?
Turning observation inward to examine your own life, your own patterns, your own contribution to situations. This self-contemplation determines whether you should advance or retreat. Honest self-assessment is the foundation of all wisdom.
What does "Six in the Third: Contemplation of my life decides the choic..." teach us?
This line teaches the principle of contemplation of my life — advance or retreat. Turning observation inward to examine your own life, your own patterns, your own contribution to situations. This self-contemplation determines whether you should advance or retreat. Honest self-asses
How should I apply the Six in the Third line's guidance?
Apply the principle of "contemplation of my life — advance or retreat" to your current situation. Turning observation inward to examine your own life, your own patterns, your own contribution to situations. This self-contemplation determines whethe Trust this guidance and act in alignment with it.