Multiplication is always a miracle. Approximately like the miracle with loaves and fishes, which is described in the gospels. Man is like the Creator and Nature - he can also multiply. But this magical process has its own laws, and we will talk about them. And now I will briefly remind the Reader of why we are working with some hexagrams of the Chinese "Book of Changes"...
As I wrote in previous materials, the image of a hexagram (or tarot card) can be used as a “stimulus material”, to tune in to a certain state and achieve the desired result.
When the authors of the film "The Secret" and the psychology of the economy class offer us to create a "dream image" by cutting out limousines, yachts, white palaces with palm trees and a stack of gold coins from the magazine "I buy" - it all looks, to put it mildly, not serious. Small and gross...
Why do we need to meditate on a yacht, when mankind has long ago come up with, let's say, mandalas for tuning (I repeat) ourselves to the desired future and correcting the present?
Correct visualization
A properly selected mandala, coupled with a mantra, read in a singsong voice, according to the religious people of the East, purifies the karma of the reader and contemplate. Does a limousine cut out of a magazine "clear karma"?
Let's think hard about this...
In the Chinese tradition, the mandala is replaced by hieroglyphs created by the skillful brush of a calligrapher.
Trigrams and hexagrams "I-Ching" are also hieroglyphs, only very ancient, primordial ones. Therefore, they consist only of alternating solid and open lines - the beauty of primitivism.
Today we will contemplate the hieroglyph (or rather, the hexagram) No. 42, which is called Multiplication
I want to match this hexagram with a tarot card Three of Wands
The meaning of these two symbolic images is as follows:
in order to take a happy step into a new bright future, it is necessary to clear, clear the place.
You need to clear the field for good deeds and pleasant troubles. The Three of Wands is a whisk of three twigs with which you will sweep away old dust and rubbish, clear your path, and then you will have a new place for new things, and this place will be clean.
Chinese hexagram Multiply requires actions from the one who chose it himself or from the one who had this hexagram formed by chance, in the process of tossing coins.
The action that is required of a person is formulated as follows: remove everything secondary! Do only what is required - for the onset of happiness and favorable changes.
Here is what modern commentators-psychologists say about the hexagram "Augmentation":
“Reducing the negatives leads to an increase in the positives”
"The hieroglyph of active creation, not waiting"
And here is what the laconic and almost always sophisticated classical commentator says:
"The Need to Do Great Things"
Hexagram "Multiplication" is a very lucky hexagram. When it falls out, it always means that Lady Luck has turned to face you, means major changes, favorable circumstances, winning a case, being appointed to a position, a journey into a new life.
Almost the same thing is meant by the tarot card - the Three of Wands.
The hero of this card is a merchant, an entrepreneur who launched his ships into the water. The ships sent to sail expand the space of his power, and the weather on the map is good, and the ships are strong.
Multiplication and the Three of Wands are very "Apollinian" symbols. They are calm themselves and promise calmness to those who "enter" their world through imagination and visualization.
If you pick up a quote from the Bible to them, then this one will do:
“And I will multiply your offspring like the sands of a river.”
Thus spoke the Almighty to the forefather Abraham...
Only first you need to pick up a "broom" to clear your way.
This is the New Year's hexagram, in my opinion.
Good luck with your meditation!
Elena Nazarenko, practicing personal and family consultant
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Multiplication. Increase
It is favorable to go somewhere, it is favorable to ford a large river.
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1. Initial nine.
Good for big things. Primal happiness. There will be no trouble.
2. Six second.
Someone presented a wonderful tortoise worth ten stringed values. Can't be accepted. In the case of divination about the eternal - happiness. Van (ruler) will make a sacrifice. Lord of happiness!
3. Six third.
If you increase it for use in unfortunate affairs, then there will be no trouble. Perseverance. Halfway through, report to the prince about the use of the scepter.
4. Six fourth.
Halfway you will report to the prince about your affairs. Favorable in order to move the family to another state.
5. Nine fifth.
A stubborn and merciful heart. You shouldn't ask. Primal happiness. Respect and mercy for my virtue.
6. Top nine.
Do not increase (stock) - someone will strike at him. If the goals are fickle, expect misfortune.
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1. Initial nine.
The line predicts good luck in all endeavors.
2. Six second.
Read about the turtle symbol in the explanation of the fifth line of the previous hexagram. If your question relates to the spiritual search for yourself, the implementation of creative ideas, then expect good luck and satisfaction. For promotion, you need to enlist the support of influential friends, spend money on gifts.
3. Six third.
This line has translations in different sources with a completely opposite meaning. But it's good to remember: if you have problems right now, don't be afraid to spend money on solving them. Contact influential officials and their associates.
4. Six fourth.
5. Nine fifth.
We are talking about your manifestation of the best qualities of human communication: kindness, mercy, forgiveness, love for your neighbor, generosity. Do not expect gratitude in return, do not praise yourself, be modest. People will believe in your sincerity and honesty of words, over time your participation will return to you with support from those whom you have now helped.
6. Top nine.
The top line is always a warning about satiety, overflow, exaggeration of the qualities and actions described in the hexagram. And here there is a danger of recklessly going into hoarding, greed, acquisitions, endless rushing about in search of satisfying and rich habitats. Expect destruction, loss, a sad awakening from the hustle and bustle.
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The time has come for the revival of the business sphere, communication. It's time to start implementing your plans, you have waited enough for the right moment, saved up funds, strength, overcame internal and external barriers. Once again, check for the presence of patrons who will really help if you need it. Make the necessary "sacrifices" and get down to business.The hexagram predicts very large scale changes. It is possible to be promoted with the corresponding new responsibilities and hardships, moving to another city or country, you can become a spiritual leader, a teacher for a certain circle of people. Such changes do not occur every day, these are turns in fate that require courage, determination, the mobilization of all the positive qualities of character, energy, passion.
If the goal of your life is not hoarding and acquiring certain earthly goods, but you strive to realize yourself as a creative, extraordinary, talented person, are engaged in spiritual searches, scientific research, you will also be successful and recognized. Feel free to take up a pen, write books, speak to the public, gather like-minded people, travel.
Having gained power, material success, you yourself will become a patron and patron of the less successful. Remembering your past difficulties and sorrows, you can help, but do not do it theatrically, expecting applause and praise. Do not teach the weak, do not be conceited. Most recently, you yourself were in this position and the last thing you needed was someone's instructions about life. If you want to do good deeds, then do them from the heart.
The hexagram warns of a sad ending to your happy activity if you are seized by a "gold rush". Such a diagnosis will lead to the loss of all that has been achieved. Heaven will once again remind you that happiness is not in money and not in their quantity, but in the maximum proximity of your personality to the general harmony of the world. For this, your character, habits, and thinking are "combed" through earthly affairs. Deviation towards greed and avarice will be punished.
You should more actively develop in yourself those qualities that made your achievements possible. Talk to your colleagues and friends about your future plans. Do not devote them to the plans completely, but be sure to listen to their advice. Try to put aside minor matters and worries and fully concentrate on one, the most important thing at the moment. You have a good opportunity to improve your financial situation.
your wish
Your wish will be fulfilled, perhaps - with the help of some higher person.
Explanation of the hexagram
full explanation of the 42nd hexagram → I: Multiplication (Increase)
Explanation of each trait
explanation of the features of the hexagram from bottom to top
What will be said in this hexagram has already been partially outlined in the previous one. Reducing the negatives leads to an increase in the positives. But of course, such an increase in positive aspects is possible only if evil is opposed to the active creation of good, and not just waiting. Therefore, in the situation of Multiplication, it is extremely important to preserve and act on that inner truthfulness that was already outlined from the previous situation. Here the situation itself suggests that, proceeding from inner truthfulness, to undertake some serious and big deed, leading to major changes. The text says in this sense: Multiplication. It's good to have somewhere to go. Favorable ford across the great river.
Much of what happens in this situation was already outlined in the previous one. The first position, which is the successor to the whole previous situation, is especially disposed to perform those great actions of which the main aphorism speaks. The performance of great actions here is already something necessary. And only in the presence of such activity, which goes along the path of increasing not only its own merits, but also the entire environment, will that favorable outcome be realized, which ideally can be conceived here. In this sense, the text says: In the beginning, a weak trait. Favors the need to do great things. Primal happiness. There will be no bullshit.
The aphorism that we considered in the fifth position of the previous hexagram is here in its proper place. Therefore, without repeating the explanation of the images of this aphorism, which was made above, we directly translate the aphorism itself. True, it is complicated here by an indication of sacrifice, but it is only a development of the main image already considered above. The text here is as follows: Weak trait in second place. You can also multiply what is lacking with a turtle-oracle at the cost of 10 bundles of coins. It is impossible to avoid his instructions. Eternal steadfastness - fortunately. The king must penetrate - victims to the gods. Happiness.
A person can benefit not only from the help that someone else provides him. But, oddly enough, the opposition exerted by a person can be directed to his benefit and to the increase of his virtues and strengths, because in the fight against obstacles a person can temper and strengthen his already inherent strengths. Here the influence of the sixth position is felt, which does not so much promote and help the third, as it opposes it, because in it the process of multiplication is already completed. But in the presence of the necessary inner truthfulness, with the ability to perform the necessary and correct actions, it is precisely this opposition that can lead a person to a favorable outcome. He should not hide his powers acquired on other paths. But in his activity, he must have before him a certain guiding model, because his own strength for his definite activity is still not enough here, since here the process of multiplication has not yet been brought to its maximum height. Therefore, the rather lengthy text says the following: Weak trait in third place. Multiply also by means of unfortunate events. There will be no bullshit. If you yourself, possessing the truth, go the right way, if you declare this to the prince and act at his behest, then there will be no blasphemy.
Those major events and actions that were spoken about in general, an aphorism for the entire hexagram, here can be brought to their realization. One of the images of major actions, significant and noted in history, in ancient China was considered the transfer of the capital. Under him, the king had, of course, to reckon with the voice of his vassals, and only having found support in them, he could decide to transfer the capital. This is how this text is deciphered, in the images of which, in essence, it refers only to the enterprise of some serious business, which affects not only the figure himself, but also his environment. In the text here we read: Weak trait in fourth place. If, following the right path, you declare this to the prince, then everyone will follow you. Favors the need, creating support for itself, to move the capital.
The upper trigram symbolizes the external as well as the activity directed outward, therefore the increase that is meant here cannot be directed exclusively to its own benefit. Here, more than anywhere else, necessity emerges. To direct the increase to the people around, especially to people who are inferior in any way. Here it is necessary, as the text says, to do good to people. But help from outside would be only a distortion of this help, if the one who showed mercy asked the people who received something from him about whether they were well. Such assistance would give the impression, after all, of selfish action. If a person can refrain from doing this and performs great deeds for others disinterestedly, then, in the end, this raises his own moral qualities. In this sense, the text says here: Strong feature in fifth place. Possessing the truth, you will benefit the hearts of people, but do not ask them about it. Primal happiness. Possession of the truth will also benefit your own virtues.
The nature of the action of this position has already been noted by us when considering the third position. This is also the provision of benefit and assistance to others, but this assistance is provided in a peculiar way, not so much by directly increasing their merits, as by obstructing their actions. However, if a person acting from this position were to seek only to put up obstacles, then he would not be on the right track. Inertia in this regard would be detrimental to oneself, for those around him would perceive not so much his peculiar educational activity as his severity, bordering on cruelty. That's why the text says here: Above is a weak feature. Nothing will increase it, and, perhaps, it will break it. When educating hearts, do not be inert. Otherwise - misfortune.
The first signs of this situation were indicated in the previous symbol, because a decrease in negative aspects leads to an increase in positive qualities.
Hexagram 42 is an interpretation of the active opposition of good and evil, as a result of which a person is taken for major changes, while maintaining truthfulness. According to the book of changes, a change begins in the inner world, leading to a refinement of the environment, but not acting as absolutely favorable.
Hexagram 42, And, Multiplication (Increase).
- XUN (WIND) FROM ABOVE. PENETRATION. ELDEST DAUGHTER. SOUTHEAST. HIP.
- ZHEN (THUNDER) FROM BOTTOM. MOBILITY. OLD SON. EAST. FOOT.
It is favorable to go somewhere, it is favorable to ford a large river.
Only an insignificant individual can consider changes as positive. This is due to the fact that the absolute begins to manifest itself in the world much more often. But the pictogram tells the noble person that his actions will be very predictable, and this is already dangerous.
The current situation should be understood in terms of the need for development and growth. Energy must be invested in various external affairs and in the implementation of one's plans. Hexagram 42, I, Multiplication compares a person with a rising luminary that illuminates the entire valley and gives itself without a trace. At such a time, it is useful to establish new enterprises and get involved in large projects.
According to the book of fate, now you can inspire other people and show them where they made a mistake. However, do not turn into a vicious critic. You should get rid of old judgments and open up to everything new.
Characteristics of Yao according to Zhou Gong
- Nine at the beginning. Supreme luck without guilt. A person's wisdom increases with age. Now you can successfully work on the manager's project and get benefits.
- Second six. Wealth grows. If there is a confusing problem, it must be urgently solved, showing the rigidity and speed of steps. The results of your work on an interesting social project exceed all expectations.
- Six third. Show sincerity and do not be afraid of unsuccessful events, because they are beneficial. Effort and determination remove even unexpected difficulties on the way to the goal. Use your savings effectively to help not only yourself but also others.
- Fourth six. It's time to change your place of work. The successful side of the world is the southeast. If you are transferred to another job, you will cope there very quickly.
- Nine fifth. A good heart is not accustomed to asking questions. Just help those in need, and then people will treat you even better. The current plan is divine in nature and promises success. Do not slow down the speed of work and soon you will become influential and wealthy.
- Top nine. Favorable conditions are coming to an end. If you show pride, you can face losses. Show more attention to people, otherwise you will suffer.
Detailed meaning of the hexagram
- The first feature refers us to a previous stage of life. Now more than ever it is necessary to perform great actions that will allow you to increase the number of your own advantages, as well as the number of advantages in others. Then a favorable outcome is possible in all endeavors.
- The multidimensional study of the hexagram again refers to the image of a turtle, which accidentally fell into the description of the previous sign. There is also a mention of sacrifice, which speaks of the need to get rid of the superfluous and increase the most important. Fate favors creative impulses and spiritual quests. It is useful to find influential comrades.
- A person in the current situation will be benefited not only by support, but also by opposition, which will help to accumulate and strengthen strength, temper character, and work out virtues. Of course, such an outcome is possible only if there is internal stamina, the ability to do the right thing. There is no need to hide your energy, even if it is a little. Use as an example a positive guiding pattern that will inspire you on the way to the goal.
- The Chinese Book of Changes reduces the meaning of this line to the realization of major events, those great actions that were mentioned at the beginning. Only support is needed, because actions will affect not only the individual, but also his environment. So the king transfers the capital with the permission of the vassals.
- Multiplication cannot concern only the personality itself, because the external trigram also requires attention. Hence the need to direct one's actions towards people below, to ennoble them. However, here external assistance may seem distorted, mercenary, so you need to behave competently and accurately. True great actions are done noblely, and this also increases the moral character of the person himself.
- The Book of Changes the interpretation of hexagram 42 in this feature reduces to a kind of help and benefit to others. We are talking about the need to erect obstacles to the actions of people, and not just increase their dignity. True, the desire to constantly cause difficulties and a certain inertia are detrimental features, because the environment perceives such a person as very harsh and cruel. Therefore, it is very important to educate hearts with sincerity and objectivity.
Extended interpretation of the sign
Now a person is expected to do great things, coupled with great luck. In the streak of success, you should not pay attention to trifles, it is better to concentrate on grandiose plans and bold ideas. Be open to the suggestions of others, because profit and prosperity are coming in almost every area. The hexagram predicts good luck in financial matters, career advancement, the emergence of influential acquaintances.
A complete study of the symbol also speaks of the revival of business communication. All the necessary forces and means have already been accumulated, barriers have been overcome. Therefore, see if there are allies and patrons around you, and then move on to doing things.
In the current situation, it is important to understand that such a time favors only truly outstanding people as much as possible. Realizing your importance, do not show arrogance, but continue to help people and accept support from the outside with a smile. This is the only way to accelerate the fulfillment of cherished desires. The coming scale of change may be too great.
Moving to other countries and cities is likely, a serious promotion, the transformation of a person into a spiritual guru and mentor. These are real twists of fate that require courage, determination and passion from a person.
Particular success and recognition will come to those who have previously tried to realize themselves as an extraordinary person, creator or scientist. According to a Chinese book, right now you can gather your audience, speak to the public, write fiction or scientific literature. But when you have real power, do not forget that you once had a hard time. Be a spiritual philanthropist and a sincere patron, not arrogant and not expecting praise for help.
Current living conditions may contribute to the development of a gold rush in a person, and then all happiness will end. The task of the individual is to get closer to world harmony, and not to accumulate material wealth. Only in earthly affairs does critical thinking develop and bad habits are eliminated.
Any manifestations of greed and greed will be punished by fate at the same moment. In addition, such a situation is also possible that a person did not begin to put things in order at the previous stage. Therefore, now he is not prepared for the difficulties and cannot decide on goals for the future.
Multiply your skills and qualities to accomplish meaningful tasks, Yijing says. The Book of Changes interprets this symbol along with specific recommendations for the accumulation of useful traits.
It is necessary to decide on the direction of activity, free up energy and time for the coming work, put aside everything secondary and find helpers. If a person is interested in interpersonal relationships, then you should talk with all colleagues and friends, outlining plans to them only in general.
Associative reading of the hexagram
- Metal money and a deer are a good sign associated with a career and physical well-being. Doubts about actions can be brushed aside.
- The official holds a small box in his palm. The decoding of this plot refers to the understanding of human unity: those who have the same principles can work together.
- A wooden carriage is pushed forward by a person. Reflection of the need to take advantage of the chance of fate.
- The central symbol is frequent drops of water filling the pond.
- The main image is a snow goose with a cry overcomes powerful gusts of a headwind in flight.
Interpretation of the sign by Wen-wang
- According to the Yijing book, the July hexagram is unfavorable in the autumn-spring period.
- There are several categories of comrades: understanding, intelligent and sincere.
- If you acted correctly, now everything helps to achieve your goals. Waste no time as long as fate favors you.
How to interpret a symbol when divining
- Love relationships are amazing. The girls are expecting pregnancy. General contacts with the outside world are successful and beneficial in various areas. There is a chance for a large overseas inheritance.
- The Yijing book is optimistic in its interpretation of social status and political affairs. Good luck and profits are coming. Any election campaigns, negotiations will be successful. There is hope for a leadership position.
- Human health is flourishing. Now all diseases and ailments fade into the background. You need to continue to lead a healthy lifestyle and try not to succumb to the temptations of bad habits.
- The sphere of business bears fruit even in relation to forgotten ideas. Any undertaking will be successful.
Hexagram 42 is the interpretation of the right actions of a person who has decided on the exact direction of work and life. Now fate brings stable happiness, and luck accompanies any plan. You need to take advantage of this situation, and not just enjoy the pleasures, but improve yourself, accumulate virtues. As a result, you can be ready for any surprise surrounded by loyal friends.
The symbol is very good and symbolizes an auspicious time for all people. Favorable for bright outstanding personalities, but also for others it is fruitful.
What is planned will come true, what has been done will be paid. You have the strength to help others. From some business entrusted by the authorities, you will receive personal benefit and will benefit.
An attractive offer awaits you. Someone intends to offer you a profitable project.
Your wish will be fulfilled with the help of a high-ranking person. Unexpectedly, in the near future there will be an opportunity to significantly improve your financial affairs.
For the interpretation of the next hexagram, go to the page.
Explanation to the interpretation of hexagram 42. Increase (Multiplication)
If the answer of the ancient Chinese oracle is not fully understood and seems vague to you, read the explanation to the hexagram, which contains the main idea of the message, this will help you better understand the oracle of ancient China.
The answer to the question - And - Increase (Multiplication).
The hieroglyph depicts a vessel filled to the brim with spiritual and material goods.
add, increase, approach; support, strengthen, benevolent. Excess, abundance, excess. Abundant, tonic, fertile; profitable, favorable, beneficial.
Semantic connections of hexagram 42. And
Read the associative interpretation, and your intuition and imaginative thinking will help you understand the situation in more detail.
Figuratively, this hexagram can be represented as symbolizing the time of development and growth. Increase your participation in external affairs, persistently invest your energy in the implementation of your plans. This is an auspicious time to start a new business or start a major project. Illuminate everything around, be like the rays of the rising sun. Give your all and inspire people. During this period, the world is saturated with new energy. Get rid of old concepts, but do not go to extremes by correcting mistakes. The Earth gives birth to all beings, covers the entire existing Sky. Together they support and increase a myriad of things. Realizing this, you will comprehend the very essence of multiplication.
Interpretation of the hexagram in the translation of the canonical text of the Book of Changes
Read the translation of the canonical text, perhaps you will have your own associations in the interpretation of the forty-second hexagram.
[It is auspicious to have a place to go; auspicious is the ford across the great river]
I. Nine at the beginning.
Favors the need to do great things.
Primal happiness.
- There will be no bullshit!
II. Six second.
It is possible to multiply that [what is the disadvantage.]
The tortoise is an oracle [worth] ten bundles of coins. [His instructions] cannot be deviated from.
Eternal stamina - fortunately.
The king must [penetrate] with sacrifices to the gods.
- Happiness!
III. Six third.
If you increase this, then you will inevitably [call] misfortune to the cause.
But if, having the truth, you go the right way, if you declare this to the prince
and act at his command, then there will be no blasphemy.
IV. Six fourth.
If, following the right path, you declare this to the prince, then they will follow [you].
Favors the need by creating yourself support to move the capital.
V. Nine fifth.
Possessing the truth, you will benefit the hearts [of people], but do not ask [them about it].
- Primal happiness!
Possession of the truth will benefit [and] your own virtues.
VI. Top nine.
Nothing will increase it, but, perhaps, it will break it!
In educating hearts, do not be inert. [Otherwise] - misfortune!