Career
In career matters, Nine at the Top 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) — Nine at the Top Line Explained
Nine at the Top: The source of nourishment. Awareness of danger brings good fortune. It furthers one to cross the great water.
Yao Position Overview
Yao Text
Nine at the Top: The source of nourishment. Awareness of danger brings good fortune. It furthers one to cross the great water.
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.
Nine at the Top is the culmination of the hexagram — the ultimate source from which all nourishment flows. A yang line at the summit, it represents one who has accumulated sufficient virtue and wisdom to nourish all below. "Awareness of danger brings good fortune" — such great responsibility requires constant vigilance. "It furthers one to cross the great water" — with this depth of accumulated nourishment, even the greatest challenges can be undertaken.
This line mirrors First Nine but at a higher level: where First Nine had the magic tortoise but abandoned it, Nine at the Top embodies the tortoise's wisdom fully and uses it to nourish all.
Modern Insight: You have reached a point where your accumulated wisdom, resources, and virtue can truly benefit others. Accept this responsibility with humility and awareness. Great undertakings are now possible because you have the depth to sustain them.
Yilore Reading
The Source of All Nourishment
Yilore interprets Nine at the Top of The Corners of the Mouth (Nourishment) as "The Source of All Nourishment." Nine at the Top is the culmination of the hexagram — the ultimate source from which all nourishment flows. A yang line at the summit, it represents one who has accumulated sufficient virtue and wisdom to nourish all below. "Awareness of danger brings good fortune" — such great responsibility require
Divination Insights
Nine at the Top of The Corners of the Mouth (Nourishment) speaks to this moment in your journey.
Relationships
In relationships, Nine at the Top of The Corners of the Mouth (Nourishment) speaks to the quality of emotional nourishment exchanged between partners.
Wealth
Financially, Nine at the Top of The Corners of the Mouth (Nourishment) counsels mindfulness about what you invest in and the sustainability of your approach.
Health
For health, Nine at the Top 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 Nine at the Top of Hexagram 27 mean?
Nine at the Top is the culmination of the hexagram — the ultimate source from which all nourishment flows. A yang line at the summit, it represents one who has accumulated sufficient virtue and wisdom to nourish all below. "Awareness of danger brings good fortune" — such great responsibility require
Is Nine at the Top of The Corners of the Mouth (Nourishment) favorable?
The line text 'Nine at the Top: The source of nourishment. Awareness of danger brings good fortune. It furthers one to cross the great water.' indicates the nature of this position. Consider the context of your question.
How should I apply Nine at the Top guidance?
The core teaching of Nine at the Top in The Corners of the Mouth (Nourishment) is reflected in its name: The Source of All Nourishment. Apply this principle to your situation with mindfulness.