Career
In career: this line's teaching of "clinging to the strong man, losing the small boy" applies directly to professional situations. Act in accordance with this principle for the best career outcome.
Hexagram 17 Following — Six in the Third Line Explained
Six in the Third: If one clings to the strong man, one loses the small boy. Through following one finds what one seeks. It furthers one to remain perseveri...
Yao Position Overview
Yao Text
Six in the Third: If one clings to the strong man, one loses the small boy. Through following one finds what one seeks. It furthers one to remain persevering.
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 Six in the Third is line 3 of the Following hexagram. The reverse of the Second line: by following what is great and worthy, you necessarily leave behind what is small and limiting. Following a worthy path requires letting go of lesser attachments. Perseverance and clarity of purpose further.
As the Yilore card "The Eagle Chooses Its Perch" depicts, this line embodies the principle of clinging to the strong man, losing the small boy — a teaching that applies to every area of life.
Yilore Reading
The Eagle Chooses Its Perch
Yilore interprets the Six in the Third of Following as "The Eagle Chooses Its Perch." This card captures the essence of clinging to the strong man, losing the small boy.
The reverse of the Second line: by following what is great and worthy, you necessarily leave behind what is small and limiting. Following a worthy path requires letting go of lesser attachments. Perseverance and clarity of purpose further.
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 "Clinging to the Strong Man, Losing the Small Boy." The reverse of the Second line: by following what is great and worthy, you necessarily leave behind what is small and limiting. Following a worthy path requires letting go of lesser attachments. Perse
Relationships
In relationships: clinging to the strong man, losing the small boy — apply this wisdom to your love life for deeper connection and better outcomes.
Wealth
Financially: the principle of "clinging to the strong man, losing the small boy" guides sound financial decisions aligned with this line's energy.
Health
Health-wise: embody the spirit of "clinging to the strong man, losing the small boy" in your approach to physical and mental wellbeing.
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FAQ
What does the Six in the Third of Following mean?
The reverse of the Second line: by following what is great and worthy, you necessarily leave behind what is small and limiting. Following a worthy path requires letting go of lesser attachments. Perseverance and clarity of purpose further.
What does "Six in the Third: If one clings to the strong man, one loses..." teach us?
This line teaches the principle of clinging to the strong man, losing the small boy. The reverse of the Second line: by following what is great and worthy, you necessarily leave behind what is small and limiting. Following a worthy path requires letting go of lesser attachments. Perse
How should I apply the Six in the Third line's guidance?
Apply the principle of "clinging to the strong man, losing the small boy" to your current situation. The reverse of the Second line: by following what is great and worthy, you necessarily leave behind what is small and limiting. Following a worthy pat Trust this guidance and act in alignment with it.