Career
In career: this line's teaching of "not serving kings and princes — setting higher goals" applies directly to professional situations. Act in accordance with this principle for the best career outcome.
Hexagram 18 Work on What Has Been Spoiled — Nine at the Top Line Explained
Nine at the Top: He does not serve kings and princes, but sets his goals higher.
Yao Position Overview
Yao Text
Nine at the Top: He does not serve kings and princes, but sets his goals higher.
Tuan Commentary
The Tuan says: Work on What Has Been Spoiled — the strong above, the yielding below. Gentle and keeping still: Decay. Work on What Has Been Spoiled has sublime success, and the world is set in order.
The Nine at the Top is line 6 of the Work on What Has Been Spoiled hexagram. Having completed the work of repair, this person rises above worldly service to pursue higher spiritual goals. Not everyone's purpose is to serve in government — some serve best by cultivating wisdom and setting an example of noble independence.
As the Yilore card "Retiring After Achievement" depicts, this line embodies the principle of not serving kings and princes — setting higher goals — a teaching that applies to every area of life.
Yilore Reading
Retiring After Achievement
Yilore interprets the Nine at the Top of Work on What Has Been Spoiled as "Retiring After Achievement." This card captures the essence of not serving kings and princes — setting higher goals.
Having completed the work of repair, this person rises above worldly service to pursue higher spiritual goals. Not everyone's purpose is to serve in government — some serve best by cultivating wisdom and setting an example of noble independence.
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 Nine at the Top in divination carries the theme of "Not Serving Kings and Princes — Setting Higher Goals." Having completed the work of repair, this person rises above worldly service to pursue higher spiritual goals. Not everyone's purpose is to serve in government — some serve best by cultivating wisdom
Relationships
In relationships: not serving kings and princes — setting higher goals — apply this wisdom to your love life for deeper connection and better outcomes.
Wealth
Financially: the principle of "not serving kings and princes — setting higher goals" guides sound financial decisions aligned with this line's energy.
Health
Health-wise: embody the spirit of "not serving kings and princes — setting higher goals" in your approach to physical and mental wellbeing.
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FAQ
What does the Nine at the Top of Work on What Has Been Spoiled mean?
Having completed the work of repair, this person rises above worldly service to pursue higher spiritual goals. Not everyone's purpose is to serve in government — some serve best by cultivating wisdom and setting an example of noble independence.
What does "Nine at the Top: He does not serve kings and princes, but se..." teach us?
This line teaches the principle of not serving kings and princes — setting higher goals. Having completed the work of repair, this person rises above worldly service to pursue higher spiritual goals. Not everyone's purpose is to serve in government — some serve best by cultivating wisdom
How should I apply the Nine at the Top line's guidance?
Apply the principle of "not serving kings and princes — setting higher goals" to your current situation. Having completed the work of repair, this person rises above worldly service to pursue higher spiritual goals. Not everyone's purpose is to serve in g Trust this guidance and act in alignment with it.