Hexagram 42

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Hexagram 42 · Yì, Increase

Above 巽 Wind (penetration, gentleness) · Below 震 Thunder (movement, arousal)

Hexagram 42 · Yì, Increase

The judgment

A time of growth. It furthers one to undertake something and to cross the great water.

The image

Wind and thunder strengthen each other. So the wise person, seeing good, imitates it; having faults, gets rid of them.

The six lines

  • Nine at the beginningIt helps to accomplish great works: great fortune, no blame.
  • Six in the second placeSomeone increases you with ten pairs of tortoises: perseverance brings good fortune.
  • Six in the third placeYou are increased through unfavourable events: if you are sincere, no blame.
  • Six in the fourth placeIf you follow the middle way and speak to the prince, he listens. It helps to be used for moving the capital.
  • Nine in the fifth placeWith a sincere and kind heart, there is no need to ask: great fortune.
  • Nine at the topIncreasing no one, even striking them: an inconstant heart brings misfortune.

Commentary

A time of growth and opportunity. It is the moment to undertake, invest energy, dare. What you give to others comes back multiplied. Imitate the good you see and get rid of your faults: that way growth lasts.

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