I Ching Path

Hexagram 31 · Line 2

Influence二九

Xian · Er Jiu

二九 · Er Jiu

The Line

The influence expresses itself in the calves. Misfortune! Tarrying brings good fortune!

Interpretation

The calf follows the foot in movement. It cannot go forward of itself and cannot stand alone. It is a motion that is dependent and therefore, because it is not master of itself, brings misfortune. One should calmly wait until one is moved to action by real influence. Then one remains free of harm.

Hexagram 31 Line 2: 二九 — Influence I Ching Line Meaning | I Ching Path