31. Influence (Hsien)

Lake over mountain. Suggests success through gentle influence rather than direct action.

Line 1: The influence shows itself in the big toe. Proceed with caution.
Line 2: The influence shows itself in the calves of the legs. Misfortune. Tarrying brings good fortune.
Line 3: The influence shows itself in the thighs. Holds to that which follows it. To continue is humiliating.
Line 4: Perseverance brings good fortune. Remorse disappears. If a man is agitated in mind, and his thoughts go hither and thither, only those friends on whom he fixes his conscious thoughts will follow.
Line 5: The influence shows itself in the back of the neck. No remorse.
Line 6: The influence shows itself in the jaws, cheeks, and tongue.