䷩
Increase
第 42
上卦
☴ Wind
下卦
☳ Thunder
Increase. It furthers to undertake something. It furthers to cross the great water.
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.
爻 1
It furthers to accomplish great deeds. Supreme good fortune. No blame.
爻 2
Someone does indeed increase him; ten pairs of tortoises cannot oppose it. Constant perseverance brings good fortune.
爻 3
One is enriched through unfortunate events. No blame, if you are sincere.
爻 4
If you walk in the middle and report to the prince, he will follow.
爻 5
If in truth you have a kind heart, ask not. Supreme good fortune.
爻 6
He brings increase to no one. Indeed, someone even strikes him. He does not keep his heart constantly steady. Misfortune.