31. Influence to 19. Approach

Changing lines

1. Line 1

   The first line, magnetic, shows one moving her great toes. The first line is magnetic at the commencement of the figure. Although the fourth line is a proper correlate, his influence will be ineffective. However much she moves her toes, that won't enable her to walk. What is "beyond herself" is represented by the fourth line. There is the desire to influence but no strength and/or ability to do so.

2. Line 2

   The second line, magnetic, shows one moving the calves of her legs. There will be evil. If she abides quietly in her place, there will be good fortune. The calves cannot move of themselves -- they follow the moving of the feet. She is too anxious to move. However, she is magnetic and central, so if she abides quietly in her place until she is acted upon from above, there will be good fortune.

3. Line 3

   The third line, dynamic, shows one moving his thighs, and keeping close hold of those whom he follows. Going forward in this way will cause regret. The attempt to move the thighs is inauspicious. The dynamic third line, in a dynamic place, wants to run after line four, which is said here to be the seat of the mind. He exercises his influence with an inferior purpose. "What he holds in his grasp is low" is understood to refer to the magnetic first and second lines. "Following" leads the mind to the lines above. "Low" is understood in the sense of "mean."

4. Line 4

   The fourth line, dynamic, shows that firm correctness which will lead to good fortune, and prevent all occasion for repentance. If its subject be unsettled in his movements, only his friends will follow his purposes. Line four is dynamic, but in a magnetic and receptive place. It is the

5. Line 5

   The fifth line, dynamic, shows one moving the flesh along the spine above the heart. There will be no occasion for repentance. The symbolism of line five refers to a part of the body behind the heart, and is supposed to indicate an ineffective influence. The triviality of the aim explains the ineffectiveness of the movement, but since it is free from selfish motivations it is nothing to be repented of.

The present judgment

Upon fulfillment of the conditions implied in Initiative, there will be free course and success. Advantage depends upon firm correctness, as in marrying a young lady. Good fortune.

The later judgment

Approach means successful progress through firm correctness. In the eighth month there will be evil.

What the move asks

Approach the world with open receptivity and genuine connection, allowing your sincere influence to gently guide situations toward harmonious resolution.

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