46. Shêng / Upward Mobility
(Earth above Wind)
Description
Beneath the Soil, the Seedling pushes upward toward the light:
To preserve his integrity, the Superior Person contents himself with small gains that eventually lead to great accomplishment.
Supreme Success.
Have no doubts.
Seek guidance from someone you respect.
A constant move toward greater clarity will bring reward.
Analysis
You are progressing, rising inch-by-inch toward certain success.
What makes this assured is your refusal to tilt headlong toward your goal, slamming into obstacles and going mad with frustration.
You have a clear map before you of the steps necessary to reach your objective.
With faithful patience and a careful conservation of personal energy and resources, you will run this long, slow distance.
Changing Lines
Line 1
You rise to a level where you are made welcome as a peer.
Line 2
Even a small offering is appreciated, if it is sincere.
Line 3
You have risen to become ruler of an empty city.
Line 4
The king continues to faithfully climb Mount Chi and make humble offering.
Line 5
Climb these steps to good fortune.
Line 6
Climbing onward and upward through dark of night is perilous, but your tenacity is admirable.
Good fortune if you avoid the slightest misstep.