34. Great Power to 31. Influence

Changing lines

1. Line 1

   The first line, dynamic, shows its subject manifesting his strength in his toes. But advance will lead to evil -- most certainly. This line is dynamic, in its correct place, and is the first line of the lower trigram of Strength in the hexagram of Great Power . The essence of the hexagram might seem to be concentrated in it and hence we see it symbolized by "strength in the toes," or "advancing." But such action is

2. Line 2

   The second line, dynamic, shows that with firm correctness there will be good fortune. The strength of line two is tempered by his being in a magnetic place which is also in the center. With firm correctness there will be good fortune. The central position and the due moral mean in line two are illustrative of the maxim: "The strong man is he who overcomes himself."

3. Line 5

   The fifth line, magnetic, shows one who loses her ram-like strength Line five is magnetic in a central place and will therefore refrain from exerting her strength. Although the hexagram does not forbid the use of strength, it does concern itself with how strength should be properly controlled and directed. All that is said about her is that she will give no occasion for repentance. Being "out of place" only means that the position properly requires a dynamic line.

The present judgment

Great Power necessitates firm correctness.

The later 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.

What the move asks

Align your abundant energy with sensitivity and receptivity to influence others through genuine connection rather than force.

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