Hexagram 42 — I, Increase

42. I - Increase
Above (in front): Sun - The Gentle (Wind)
Below (behind): Chên - The Arousing (Thunder)




The Judgement for the Current Situation

Increase. It furthers one
To undertake something.
It furthers one to cross the great water.


The Image for the Current Situation

Wind and thunder: the image of Increase.
Thus the superior man:
If he sees good, he imitates it;
If he has faults, he rids himself of them.

The Lines

Please remember: I Ching lines are counted upwards (starting at the bottom line)!

Top line:

He brings increase to no one.
Indeed, someone even strikes him.
He does not keep his heart constantly steady.
Misfortune.

Fifth line:
If in truth you have a kind heart, ask not.
Supreme good fortune.
Truly, kindness will be recognized as your virtue.

Fourth line:
If you walk in the middle
And report to the prince,
He will follow.
It furthers one to be used
In the removal of the capital.

Third line:
One is enriched through unfortunate events.
No blame, if you are sincere
And walk in the middle,
And report with a seal to the prince.

Second line:
Someone does indeed increase him;
Ten pairs of tortoises cannot oppose it.
Constant perseverance brings good fortune.
The king presents him before God.
Good fortune.

Bottom line:
It furthers one to accomplish great deeds.
Supreme good fortune. No blame.