I Ching Oracle Result: Transformation from Hexagram 13 with Changing Lines 2, 3, 5 to Hexagram 38

Yin Yang symbol, representing balance

Yì Jīng’s Response: Hexagram 13.2.3.5 -> 38

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

13. Fellowship with Men

Yang Yin Yang Yin Yang Yang

38. Opposition

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 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 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 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:

38. Opposition (睽 Kuí)

Trigrams

Above
☲ Lí (Fire)
Below
☱ Dùi (Lake)

The Symbolism of Hexagram 38

Hexagram 睽 (Kuí) represents opposition or divergence. This hexagram speaks of differences between people or situations, where opposing forces or viewpoints lead to tension. Success comes from recognizing and managing these differences.

Hexagram 38 Judgment

The Judgment reads:
Original Chinese:
"睽，小事吉。"
(Kuí, xiǎo shì jí.)
English Translation:
“Opposition. Small matters bring good fortune.”

This hexagram advises focusing on small matters and resolving them carefully during times of opposition. Success comes from managing differences and not letting minor conflicts escalate into major problems.

Hexagram 38 Image

The Image reads:
Original Chinese:
"上火下澤，睽。君子以同而異。"
(Shàng huǒ xià zé, kuí. Jūn zǐ yǐ tóng ér yì.)
English Translation:
“Fire above, the lake below: The image of Opposition. The superior person seeks unity in diversity.”

The image of fire above and the lake below represents two opposing forces. The superior person seeks to find harmony within these differences, recognizing that unity can be found even in diversity.

Peace and wisdom on your journey!

With gratitude,
The I Ching Team