# Ding Hexagram (Ding) Upper Trigram: Li · Lower Trigram: Xun · Hexagram 50 ## Hexagram Judgment Great good fortune. Success. ## Line Statements **First Line:** The cauldron's legs are overturned. This is beneficial for removing stale things. Taking a concubine for the sake of her son brings no blame. **Second Line:** The cauldron contains food. My adversary has an illness and cannot approach me. Good fortune. **Third Line:** The cauldron's ears are altered, blocking its movement. The pheasant fat is not eaten. When rain comes, regret dissolves. Ultimately good fortune. **Fourth Line:** The cauldron's legs break, spilling the ruler's meal. The person is disgraced. Misfortune. **Fifth Line:** The cauldron has yellow ears and golden carrying rings. Favorable to remain steadfast. **Top Line:** The cauldron has jade carrying rings. Great good fortune. Nothing unfavorable.