Increase

Upper trigram: Wind and wood (gentle, penetrating) · Lower trigram: Thunder (arousing, stirring)

Judgment

Wind above thunder: the one above bends to nourish the one below, and both grow. This hexagram speaks of a time of increase, generosity and a chance to grow. It is a favorable period for a great task; even crossing a great river may be possible. The gain of one who does good without expecting return lasts.

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Wind and thunder: increase. When the noble-minded see good they move toward it, and when they notice a fault they correct it.

Meaning of the six lines (bottom to top)

1. 1Line 1 (from the bottom)Favorable for a great task: great good, no error. Making use of the support that comes and venturing boldly is fitting.
2. 2Line 2 (from the bottom)Not even ten pairs of tortoise shells can oppose it: steadiness is good. Abundance from outside lasts if carried with an inner sincerity.
3. 3Line 3 (from the bottom)Increase that comes through unfortunate events: no error. If you stay sincere and honest, even hardship can turn into help.
4. 4Line 4 (from the bottom)Walking in the middle and consulting the one above: you are heard and followed. Moving together for a right aim is favorable.
5. 5Line 5 (from the bottom)Showing sincere kindness: no need to ask, great good. An honest heart finds its return by itself.
6. 6Line 6 (from the bottom)No one adds to you, and someone even strikes: a heart that does not last. Waiting without the wish to give to others can weaken the relationship.