Career
In career: this line's teaching of "standards change — go out and make connections" applies directly to professional situations. Act in accordance with this principle for the best career outcome.
Hexagram 17 Following — First Nine Line Explained
First Nine: The standard is changing. Perseverance brings good fortune. Going out the gate to form connections brings achievement.
Yao Position Overview
Yao Text
First Nine: The standard is changing. Perseverance brings good fortune. Going out the gate to form connections brings achievement.
Tuan Commentary
The Tuan says: In Following, the strong comes and places itself under the weak. Movement and joy: Following. Great success, correctness, and no blame — the world follows the time.
The First Nine is line 1 of the Following hexagram. The official's standards change: what was once fixed now adapts. Going out beyond your usual circle to make new connections brings success. Flexibility and openness to new influences mark a positive beginning.
As the Yilore card "The Butterfly Emerges" depicts, this line embodies the principle of standards change — go out and make connections — a teaching that applies to every area of life.
Yilore Reading
The Butterfly Emerges
Yilore interprets the First Nine of Following as "The Butterfly Emerges." This card captures the essence of standards change — go out and make connections.
The official's standards change: what was once fixed now adapts. Going out beyond your usual circle to make new connections brings success. Flexibility and openness to new influences mark a positive beginning.
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 First Nine in divination carries the theme of "Standards Change — Go Out and Make Connections." The official's standards change: what was once fixed now adapts. Going out beyond your usual circle to make new connections brings success. Flexibility and openness to new influences mark a positive b
Relationships
In relationships: standards change — go out and make connections — apply this wisdom to your love life for deeper connection and better outcomes.
Wealth
Financially: the principle of "standards change — go out and make connections" guides sound financial decisions aligned with this line's energy.
Health
Health-wise: embody the spirit of "standards change — go out and make connections" in your approach to physical and mental wellbeing.
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FAQ
What does the First Nine of Following mean?
The official's standards change: what was once fixed now adapts. Going out beyond your usual circle to make new connections brings success. Flexibility and openness to new influences mark a positive beginning.
What does "First Nine: The standard is changing. Perseverance brings go..." teach us?
This line teaches the principle of standards change — go out and make connections. The official's standards change: what was once fixed now adapts. Going out beyond your usual circle to make new connections brings success. Flexibility and openness to new influences mark a positive b
How should I apply the First Nine line's guidance?
Apply the principle of "standards change — go out and make connections" to your current situation. The official's standards change: what was once fixed now adapts. Going out beyond your usual circle to make new connections brings success. Flexibilit Trust this guidance and act in alignment with it.