I Ching Oracle Result: Transformation from Hexagram 13 with Changing Lines 1, 2, 4, 5 to Hexagram 18

Yin Yang symbol, representing balance

Yì Jīng’s Response: Hexagram 13.1.2.4.5 -> 18

Young Yang Old Yang Old Yang Young Yang Old Yin Old Yang

13. Fellowship with Men

Yang Yin Yin Yang Yang Yin

18. Work on What Has Been Spoiled

13. Fellowship with Men (同人 Tóng Rén)

Trigrams

Above
☰ Qián (Heaven)
Below
☲ Lí (Fire)

The Symbolism of Hexagram 13

Hexagram 同人 (Tóng Rén) represents fellowship, unity, and cooperation with others. It emphasizes the importance of joining with others to achieve common goals. This hexagram encourages open communication, mutual respect, and working together.

Hexagram 13 Judgment

The Judgment reads:
Original Chinese:
"同人于野，亨。利涉大川，利君子贞。"
(Tóng rén yú yě, hēng. Lì shè dà chuān, lì jūn zǐ zhēn.)
English Translation:
“Fellowship with men in the open. Success. It is favorable to cross the great water. The perseverance of the superior person brings success.”

This hexagram encourages open, harmonious relationships with others, especially in shared endeavors. Success comes from unity. It also suggests that it is a favorable time to undertake great challenges or cross difficult obstacles. Perseverance and collaboration bring success.

Hexagram 13 Image

The Image reads:
Original Chinese:
"天火同人。君子以类族辨物。"
(Tiān huǒ tóng rén. Jūn zǐ yǐ lèi zú biàn wù.)
English Translation:
“Heaven together with fire: The image of Fellowship with Men. The superior person organizes and clarifies the differences between people and things.”

The image of fire and heaven represents the joining of forces. The superior person understands how to bring together diverse groups and individuals, recognizing their differences while fostering unity. It advises clear communication and understanding to achieve harmony.

Line 1 Changing

This line reads:
Original Chinese:
"同人于门，无咎。"
(Tóng rén yú mén, wú jiù.)
English Translation:
“Fellowship with men at the gate. No blame.”

This line speaks of beginning to establish relationships with others. As this fellowship is still in its early stages, there is no blame. It advises being open to others and making connections.

Line 2 Changing

This line reads:
Original Chinese:
"同人于宗，吝。"
(Tóng rén yú zōng, lìn.)
English Translation:
“Fellowship with men in the clan. Some regret.”

This line warns of limiting fellowship to only one’s inner circle or family. While there is some unity within a close-knit group, it can lead to exclusivity and missed opportunities for broader collaboration. It advises being more open to others.

Line 4 Changing

This line reads:
Original Chinese:
"乘其墉，弗克攻，吉。"
(Chéng qí yōng, fú kè gōng, jí.)
English Translation:
“Climbing up the city wall but unable to attack. Good fortune.”

This line suggests a situation where force or confrontation is not the right approach. Instead, restraint and patience lead to good fortune. Sometimes not attacking is the best way to maintain harmony and avoid conflict.

Line 5 Changing

This line reads:
Original Chinese:
"同人，先号咷而后笑。大师克相遇。"
(Tóng rén, xiān háo táo ér hòu xiào. Dà shī kè xiāng yù.)
English Translation:
“Fellowship with men. First weeping and lamenting, then laughing. The great leader conquers and meets with others.”

This line describes a situation where initial difficulties or conflicts give way to joy and unity. After overcoming challenges, true fellowship is achieved, and the great leader successfully brings people together.

Changing to:

18. Work on What Has Been Spoiled (蠱 Gǔ)

Trigrams

Above
☶ Gèn (Mountain)
Below
☴ Xùn (Wind)

The Symbolism of Hexagram 18

Hexagram 蠱 (Gǔ) symbolizes decay or corruption. This hexagram indicates a time when things have gone wrong, and one must work to repair and restore order. It speaks of correcting past mistakes and addressing harmful influences.

Hexagram 18 Judgment

The Judgment reads:
Original Chinese:
"蠱，元亨，利涉大川。先甲三日，後甲三日。"
(Gǔ, yuán hēng, lì shè dà chuān. Xiān jiǎ sān rì, hòu jiǎ sān rì.)
English Translation:
“Work on what has been spoiled. Supreme success. It is favorable to cross the great water. Before the new beginning, three days; after the new beginning, three days.”

This hexagram suggests that addressing past mistakes leads to supreme success. It advises starting fresh, but careful preparation and reflection are necessary before moving forward. This process takes time but brings great reward.

Hexagram 18 Image

The Image reads:
Original Chinese:
"風行山上，蠱。君子以振民育德。"
(Fēng xíng shān shàng, gǔ. Jūn zǐ yǐ zhèn mín yù dé.)
English Translation:
“The wind blows across the mountain: The image of Decay. The superior person stirs the people and nourishes virtue.”

The wind on the mountain represents the force of decay and the need for restoration. The superior person takes action to correct the situation, helping to revive the people and nourish their virtues. This is a time for renewal.

Peace and wisdom on your journey!

With gratitude,
The I Ching Team