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

Yin Yang symbol, representing balance

Yì Jīng’s Response: Hexagram 13.2.4.6 -> 5

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

13. Fellowship with Men

Yin Yang Yin Yang Yang Yang

5. Waiting (Nourishment)

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 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 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:

5. Waiting (Nourishment) (需 Xū)

Trigrams

Above
☵ Kǎn (Water)
Below
☰ Qián (Heaven)

The Symbolism of Hexagram 5

Hexagram 需 (Xū) represents waiting or nourishing. It reflects a time when patience and perseverance are necessary to allow circumstances to unfold naturally. The image is of rain held in the clouds, which will eventually fall, nourishing the earth. In human terms, it advises readiness without rushing, cultivating inner strength while waiting for the right moment to act.

Hexagram 5 Judgment

The Judgment reads:
Original Chinese:
"有孚，光亨，贞吉。利涉大川。"
(Yǒu fú, guāng hēng, zhēn jí. Lì shè dà chuān.)
English Translation:
“If you are sincere, you have light and success. Perseverance brings good fortune. It is favorable to cross the great water.”

This Judgment emphasizes the importance of sincerity and clarity during times of waiting. Success will come through perseverance and maintaining one's integrity. The phrase 'cross the great water' suggests a major challenge or journey that can be successfully undertaken if approached with patience and readiness.

Hexagram 5 Image

The Image reads:
Original Chinese:
"云上于天，需。君子以饮食宴乐。"
(Yún shàng yú tiān, xū. Jūn zǐ yǐ yǐn shí yàn lè.)
English Translation:
“Clouds rise up to heaven: The image of Waiting. The superior person eats and drinks, is joyful and at ease.”

The image of clouds rising up to heaven indicates that rain is not yet falling. This represents a period of waiting before action. The superior person takes this time to enjoy life's simple pleasures—food, drink, and joy—without anxiety. It is a call to cultivate patience and inner peace while waiting for the right moment.

Peace and wisdom on your journey!

With gratitude,
The I Ching Team