Career
In career: this line's teaching of "looking up in enthusiasm — hesitation brings regret" applies directly to professional situations. Act in accordance with this principle for the best career outcome.
Hexagram 16 Enthusiasm — Six in the Third Line Explained
Six in the Third: Enthusiasm that looks upward creates remorse. Hesitation brings regret.
Yao Position Overview
Yao Text
Six in the Third: Enthusiasm that looks upward creates remorse. Hesitation brings regret.
Tuan Commentary
The Tuan says: In Enthusiasm, the strong line is responded to and the will is carried out. Obedient movement: Enthusiasm. Since there is obedient movement, heaven and earth act accordingly — how much more the installing of helpers and the marching of armies!
The Six in the Third is line 3 of the Enthusiasm hexagram. Looking upward with eager, fawning enthusiasm — seeking approval or trying to gain favor from those above. This dependent, grasping attitude brings regret. If you recognize this tendency quickly and change, you can avoid blame.
As the Yilore card "Kneeling in Supplication" depicts, this line embodies the principle of looking up in enthusiasm — hesitation brings regret — a teaching that applies to every area of life.
Yilore Reading
Kneeling in Supplication
Yilore interprets the Six in the Third of Enthusiasm as "Kneeling in Supplication." This card captures the essence of looking up in enthusiasm — hesitation brings regret.
Looking upward with eager, fawning enthusiasm — seeking approval or trying to gain favor from those above. This dependent, grasping attitude brings regret. If you recognize this tendency quickly and change, you can avoid blame.
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 "Looking Up in Enthusiasm — Hesitation Brings Regret." Looking upward with eager, fawning enthusiasm — seeking approval or trying to gain favor from those above. This dependent, grasping attitude brings regret. If you recognize this tendency quickly and c
Relationships
In relationships: looking up in enthusiasm — hesitation brings regret — apply this wisdom to your love life for deeper connection and better outcomes.
Wealth
Financially: the principle of "looking up in enthusiasm — hesitation brings regret" guides sound financial decisions aligned with this line's energy.
Health
Health-wise: embody the spirit of "looking up in enthusiasm — hesitation brings regret" in your approach to physical and mental wellbeing.
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FAQ
What does the Six in the Third of Enthusiasm mean?
Looking upward with eager, fawning enthusiasm — seeking approval or trying to gain favor from those above. This dependent, grasping attitude brings regret. If you recognize this tendency quickly and change, you can avoid blame.
What does "Six in the Third: Enthusiasm that looks upward creates remor..." teach us?
This line teaches the principle of looking up in enthusiasm — hesitation brings regret. Looking upward with eager, fawning enthusiasm — seeking approval or trying to gain favor from those above. This dependent, grasping attitude brings regret. If you recognize this tendency quickly and c
How should I apply the Six in the Third line's guidance?
Apply the principle of "looking up in enthusiasm — hesitation brings regret" to your current situation. Looking upward with eager, fawning enthusiasm — seeking approval or trying to gain favor from those above. This dependent, grasping attitude brings re Trust this guidance and act in alignment with it.