I Ching Oracle Result: Transformation from Hexagram 24 with Changing Lines 3, 4, 5, 6 to Hexagram 13

Yin Yang symbol, representing balance

Yì Jīng’s Response: Hexagram 24.3.4.5.6 -> 13

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

24. Return

Yang Yang Yang Yang Yin Yang

13. Fellowship with Men

24. Return (復 Fù)

Trigrams

Above
☷ Kūn (Earth)
Below
☳ Zhèn (Thunder)

The Symbolism of Hexagram 24

Hexagram 復 (Fù) symbolizes a return to balance, renewal, and the beginning of a new cycle. This hexagram represents a time of renewal after a period of decline. It is a time for returning to one's roots and starting fresh.

Hexagram 24 Judgment

The Judgment reads:
Original Chinese:
"復，亨，出入无疾，朋來无咎。反復其道，七日來復，利有攸往。"
(Fù, hēng, chū rù wú jí, péng lái wú jiù. Fǎn fù qí dào, qī rì lái fù, lì yǒu yōu wǎng.)
English Translation:
“Return. Success. Going out and coming in without harm. Friends come without blame. On the seventh day, return. It is favorable to have somewhere to go.”

This hexagram speaks of a return to normalcy after a difficult period. It advises patience, as renewal will come naturally, like the turning of a cycle. The seventh day symbolizes completion and renewal. It is a favorable time to move forward.

Hexagram 24 Image

The Image reads:
Original Chinese:
"雷在地中，復。先王以至日閉關，商旅不行，后不省方。"
(Léi zài dì zhōng, fù. Xiān wáng yǐ zhì rì bì guān, shāng lǚ bù xíng, hòu bù xǐng fāng.)
English Translation:
“Thunder within the earth: The image of Return. The ancient kings closed the passes at the solstice. Merchants and travelers did not move, and the ruler did not travel to the regions.”

The image of thunder within the earth suggests a time of quiet preparation for renewal. The superior person uses this time for reflection and planning, waiting for the right moment to act. It is a time of rest before moving forward.

Line 3 Changing

This line reads:
Original Chinese:
"頻復，厲无咎。"
(Pín fù, lì wú jiù.)
English Translation:
“Repeated return. Danger, but no blame.”

This line warns of repeated deviations and returns to the right path. Although there is some danger in continuously straying, no blame comes if one remains committed to returning each time.

Line 4 Changing

This line reads:
Original Chinese:
"中行獨復。"
(Zhōng xíng dú fù.)
English Translation:
“Walking in the center, returning alone.”

This line describes someone who stays on the correct path, even when they must do so alone. It advises independence and inner strength, as following the right course may sometimes require standing apart from others.

Line 5 Changing

This line reads:
Original Chinese:
"敦復，无悔。"
(Dūn fù, wú huǐ.)
English Translation:
“Sincere return. No regret.”

This line speaks of a sincere, heartfelt return to balance and right action. There is no regret, as the return is made with full commitment and clarity.

Line 6 Changing

This line reads:
Original Chinese:
"迷復，凶，有災眚。用行師，終有大敗，以其國君凶，至于十年不克征。"
(Mí fù, xiōng, yǒu zāi shěng. Yòng xíng shī, zhōng yǒu dà bài, yǐ qí guó jūn xiōng, zhì yú shí nián bù kè zhēng.)
English Translation:
“Lost return. Misfortune. There is disaster and calamity. Using the army leads to great defeat. The ruler faces ruin. For ten years, there is no success.”

This line warns of becoming lost and failing to return to the right path. Misfortune, disaster, and defeat follow if one continues down the wrong path. It advises taking immediate action to return before it is too late.

Changing to:

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.

Peace and wisdom on your journey!

With gratitude,
The I Ching Team