Combination

34. Great Power to 62. Small Gains

Changing lines

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
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."

The present judgment

Great Power necessitates firm correctness.

The later judgment

Small Powers indicates that there will be progress and attainment in small affairs, but not in great affairs. It will be advantageous to be firm and correct. It is like the song of a flying bird: It is better to descend than to ascend. In this way there will be good fortune.

What the move asks

Maintain disciplined restraint to ensure that your considerable strength serves a purposeful and humble end rather than causing disruption.

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