| The present is embodied in Hexagram 50 - Ting (The Caldron): There is an intimation of great progress and success. |
| The fifth line, divided, shows the cauldron with yellow ears and rings of metal in them. There will be advantage through being firm and correct. |
| The situation is evolving slowly, and Yang (the active masculine force) is gaining ground. |
| The future is embodied in Hexagram 44 - Kou (Coming to Meet): We see a female who is bold and strong. It will not be good to marry such a female. |
 | The things most apparent, those above and in front, are embodied by the upper trigram Li (Fire), which is transforming into Chi'en (Heaven). As part of this process, brightness and warmth are giving way to strength and creativity. |
 | The things least apparent, those below and behind, are embodied by the lower trigram Sun (Wind), which represents penetration and following. |
