Career
In career: this line's teaching of "not counting on the harvest while plowing" applies directly to professional situations. Act in accordance with this principle for the best career outcome.
Hexagram 25 Innocence (The Unexpected) — Six in the Second Line Explained
Six in the Second: If one does not count on the harvest while plowing, nor on the use of the ground while clearing it, then it furthers one to undertake so...
Yao Position Overview
Yao Text
Six in the Second: If one does not count on the harvest while plowing, nor on the use of the ground while clearing it, then it furthers one to undertake something.
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 Second is line 2 of the Innocence (The Unexpected) hexagram. Working for the sake of the work itself, not for the reward. Not plowing in order to harvest, not clearing new land in order to use it — doing what needs doing without calculating the return. This detachment from outcome is the essence of Innocence.
As the Yilore card "Planting Without Counting" depicts, this line embodies the principle of not counting on the harvest while plowing — a teaching that applies to every area of life.
Yilore Reading
Planting Without Counting
Yilore interprets the Six in the Second of Innocence (The Unexpected) as "Planting Without Counting." This card captures the essence of not counting on the harvest while plowing.
Working for the sake of the work itself, not for the reward. Not plowing in order to harvest, not clearing new land in order to use it — doing what needs doing without calculating the return. This detachment from outcome is the essence of Innocence.
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 Second in divination carries the theme of "Not Counting on the Harvest While Plowing." Working for the sake of the work itself, not for the reward. Not plowing in order to harvest, not clearing new land in order to use it — doing what needs doing without calculating the return. This det
Relationships
In relationships: not counting on the harvest while plowing — apply this wisdom to your love life for deeper connection and better outcomes.
Wealth
Financially: the principle of "not counting on the harvest while plowing" guides sound financial decisions aligned with this line's energy.
Health
Health-wise: embody the spirit of "not counting on the harvest while plowing" in your approach to physical and mental wellbeing.
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FAQ
What does the Six in the Second of Innocence (The Unexpected) mean?
Working for the sake of the work itself, not for the reward. Not plowing in order to harvest, not clearing new land in order to use it — doing what needs doing without calculating the return. This detachment from outcome is the essence of Innocence.
What does "Six in the Second: If one does not count on the harvest whil..." teach us?
This line teaches the principle of not counting on the harvest while plowing. Working for the sake of the work itself, not for the reward. Not plowing in order to harvest, not clearing new land in order to use it — doing what needs doing without calculating the return. This det
How should I apply the Six in the Second line's guidance?
Apply the principle of "not counting on the harvest while plowing" to your current situation. Working for the sake of the work itself, not for the reward. Not plowing in order to harvest, not clearing new land in order to use it — doing what ne Trust this guidance and act in alignment with it.