I Ching Oracle Result: Transformation from Hexagram 13 with Changing Lines 1, 3, 4, 5, 6 to Hexagram 2

Yin Yang symbol, representing balance

Yì Jīng’s Response: Hexagram 13.1.3.4.5.6 -> 2

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

13. Fellowship with Men

Yin Yin Yin Yin Yin Yin

2. The Receptive

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 3 Changing

This line reads:
Original Chinese:
"伏戎于莽，升其高陵，三岁不兴。"
(Fú róng yú mǎng, shēng qí gāo líng, sān suì bù xīng.)
English Translation:
“Hiding the army in the underbrush. Rising to the high hill. For three years, nothing is accomplished.”

This line describes a time of inactivity or hesitation. By remaining hidden and failing to act, opportunities for progress are lost. It advises against isolation and urges taking action instead of waiting passively.

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.

Line 6 Changing

This line reads:
Original Chinese:
"同人于郊，无悔。"
(Tóng rén yú jiāo, wú huǐ.)
English Translation:
“Fellowship with men in the outskirts. No regret.”

This line speaks of expanding fellowship beyond one’s immediate circle to include those in more distant or different areas. By reaching out and forming connections with others outside the usual group, success is achieved, and there is no regret.

Changing to:

2. The Receptive (坤 Kūn)

Trigrams

Above
☷ Kūn (Earth)
Below
☷ Kūn (Earth)

The Symbolism of Hexagram 2

Hexagram 坤 (Kūn) represents the primal receptive force of the universe, the yin to Qián's yang. While Qián is active and creative, Kūn is passive, yielding, and receptive. This hexagram symbolizes the Earth, which nourishes and sustains all things by following the natural order. In human terms, Kūn reflects qualities of devotion, nurturing, and acceptance. It complements Qián's strength, providing the supportive framework necessary for growth and creation.

Hexagram 2 Judgment

The Judgment reads:
Original Chinese:
"元亨，利牝马之贞。"
(Yuán hēng, lì pìn mǎ zhī zhēn.)
English Translation:
“The Receptive brings sublime success, furthering through the perseverance of a mare.”

The Receptive's power lies in its ability to yield and respond to the Creative. The metaphor of the mare signifies an animal that follows the lead of others but still possesses strength, agility, and endurance. In human terms, this hexagram advises being adaptable, knowing when to take a supportive role rather than leading. Success will come not from asserting one's own will, but from responding to the natural flow of events with wisdom and perseverance.

Hexagram 2 Image

The Image reads:
Original Chinese:
"地势坤，君子以厚德载物。"
(Dì shì kūn, jūn zǐ yǐ hòu dé zài wù.)
English Translation:
“The earth's condition is receptive devotion. Thus the superior man who has breadth of character carries the outer world.”

The earth, with its capacity to carry and nurture all things, symbolizes the virtue of receptivity. Just as the earth sustains all living things without discrimination, the superior person develops broad-mindedness and a willingness to support others. This is not a position of weakness, but one of strength that comes from humility and service. It suggests that those who embrace their role as supporters and nurturers can wield immense influence.

Peace and wisdom on your journey!

With gratitude,
The I Ching Team