What this change means
Five lines move, leaving only the top one still, and Thunder under the lake replaces the tree under the earth. That one unmoving line of the resulting hexagram, 17 Adapting, carries the reading: you can win followers and support, and even the most powerful people back and recognize you. The resulting hexagram adds that this is a time both to lead and to follow, and that acting genuinely from your rightful place brings more leadership and more support. Coming from Going Up, the climb has earned you standing. People are willing to follow, and those above you are willing to vouch for you. Use that well. Lead where you're asked to, follow where that's wiser, and stay sincere in both. Don't let the attention make you forget who helped you rise. Recognition grows when it isn't grasped for.
What to read, in order
Marked ● is what Zhu Xi's tradition puts at the center for this number of moving lines.
- Line 6 of 17 Adapting, which stays still
You can win followers and support; even the most powerful people back you and recognize you.
Seized and bound, then tied fast still more. The king makes his offering on the western mountain.
- The judgment of 46 Going Up
You're in a time of rising, and this rise is the fruit of work you've done with dedication. Seeking the help of an important person will bring great success; don't be afraid of that meeting, because everything is favorable now.
Great success. Seeing the great person is of use. Do not worry. Setting out southward brings good fortune.
- Line 1 of 46 Going Up
You're only beginning to rise, but if you do it with confidence you'll get what you want.
An ascent that is welcomed. Great good fortune.
- Line 2 of 46 Going Up
If your words are sincere and you keep good manners in your dealings with others, you'll succeed.
If there is sincere trust, it is favorable to make the simple offering. No fault.
- Line 3 of 46 Going Up
It's important to make the most of this time of rising while it lasts and to work toward your goals.
Ascends into an empty city.
- Line 4 of 46 Going Up
This is a time when you'll reach your goals and gain fame and recognition.
The king makes an offering on Mount Qi. Good fortune. No fault.
- Line 5 of 46 Going Up
Don't let success cloud your judgment. Go step by step, enjoying each moment, without rushing or being dazzled by power.
Constancy brings good fortune. Ascends by the steps.
- The judgment of 17 Adapting
It's a time both to lead and to follow. If you can see the place life is asking you to take right now, and act genuinely from wherever you belong, you'll gain more leadership and more support for what you do.
Great success. Constancy is favorable. No fault.
The trigrams
The way back
17 Adapting → 46 Going Uplines 1, 2, 3, 4, and 5
Other transformations of Going Up
Make your own cast
The answer changes with the question. Toss the coins and see which lines move for you.