Hexagram 27
Nourishment
Yi · What sustains
Overview
This phase invites reflection and asks you to notice what is ready to mature without forcing the outcome.
Relationship
In relationships, Nourishment points toward honest attention, softer assumptions, and communication that leaves space for another person's reality.
Career
For career questions, this pattern favors boundaries paired with practical next steps, especially where the path has felt emotionally crowded.
Finance
This is a time for stewardship, not speculation. Conserve what you have.
Health
Rest is not a reward; it is the foundation of sustained effort.
Advice
Move with growth and choose the next step that keeps your values visible.
Avoid
Avoid clinging to what has already passed or resisting what is emerging.
Reflection
Where are you giving more weight to worry than to evidence?
The Six Lines
Explore each line's meaning and interpretation.
初九
Chu Jiu
You let your magic tortoise go and look at me with drooping corners of the mouth. Misfortune!
二六
Er Liu
Turning to the summit for nourishment, deviating from the path to seek nourishment from the hill: if one continues thus, it brings misfortune.
三六
San Liu
Turning away from nourishment. Perseverance brings misfortune. For ten years do not act thus. Nothing is furthering.
四六
Si Liu
Turning to the summit for nourishment brings good fortune. Looking about with sharp eyes like a tiger, with insatiable desire. No blame.
五六
Wu Liu
Turning away from the path. Staying in perseverance brings good fortune. One should not cross the great water.
上九
Shang Jiu
The source of nourishment. Awareness of danger brings good fortune. It is favorable to cross the great water.