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The Cauldron

鼎 (Dǐng)

Hexagram #50

Hexagram Structure

6
Yin Line
5
Yang Line
4
Yang Line
3
Yang Line
2
Yin Line
1
Yang Line

Upper Trigram

Fire

Lower Trigram

Wind

Core Essence

Keywords

transformationnourishmentculturerefinement

Meaning

Represents the transformation of raw materials into refined nourishment, both physical and spiritual.

Guidance

Transform and refine your experiences. Create nourishment and culture for yourself and others.

Classical Texts

Judgment

The Cauldron. Supreme good fortune. Success.

鼎：元吉，亨。

Image

Fire over wood: the image of the Cauldron. Thus the superior man consolidates his fate by making his position correct.

木上有火，鼎；君子以正位凝命。

Hexagram Story & Origin

The Cauldron hexagram symbolizes the establishment of stability and authority. 'Ding' means cauldron vessel, symbolizing power and status. The Zhou dynasty casting nine cauldrons after establishment embodies the spirit of the Ding hexagram - establishing new order. The Ding hexagram teaches us: we should establish solid foundations and build authority, but authority should be based on virtue.

Detailed Analysis

**Hexagram Composition:** Upper Trigram: Fire Lower Trigram: Wind **Judgment Analysis:** The Cauldron. Supreme good fortune. Success. 鼎：元吉，亨。 **Image Wisdom:** Fire over wood: the image of the Cauldron. Thus the superior man consolidates his fate by making his position correct. 木上有火，鼎；君子以正位凝命。 **Modern Application:** In today's society, the wisdom of The Cauldron can guide us: • Transform and refine your experiences. Create nourishment and culture for yourself and others. • Keywords: transformation, nourishment, culture, refinement • Core Concept: Represents the transformation of raw materials into refined nourishment, both physical and spiritual.

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