I Ching Oracle Result: Transformation from Hexagram 25 with Changing Lines 1, 2, 3, 4 to Hexagram 57
Yì Jīng’s Response: Hexagram 25.1.2.3.4 -> 57
25. Innocence (無妄 Wú Wàng)
Trigrams
- Above
- ☰ Qián (Heaven)
- Below
- ☳ Zhèn (Thunder)
The Symbolism of Hexagram 25
Hexagram 無妄 (Wú Wàng) symbolizes innocence or the absence of falsehood. This hexagram speaks of acting with sincerity, without ulterior motives, and maintaining a state of natural purity. Success comes from being genuine and spontaneous.
Hexagram 25 Judgment
"無妄，元亨，利貞。其匪正有眚，不利有攸往。"
(Wú wàng, yuán hēng, lì zhēn. Qí fěi zhèng yǒu shěng, bù lì yǒu yōu wǎng.)
“Innocence. Supreme success. Perseverance furthers. If one is not as they should be, they have misfortune, and it is not favorable to undertake anything.”
This hexagram advises maintaining innocence and sincerity. Success comes from acting with integrity and without ulterior motives. However, if one strays from the right path, misfortune follows. It is important to be true to oneself.
Hexagram 25 Image
"天下雷行，物與无妄。先王以茂對時育萬物。"
(Tiān xià léi xíng, wù yǔ wú wàng. Xiān wáng yǐ mào duì shí yù wàn wù.)
“Thunder beneath heaven: The image of Innocence. The ancient kings nurtured and cared for all beings, responding to the seasons and bringing prosperity to all things.”
The image of thunder moving beneath heaven represents the power of natural forces. The superior person uses this time to nurture and care for others, aligning their actions with the natural rhythms of life. This brings prosperity and success.
Line 1 Changing
"無妄，往吉。"
(Wú wàng, wǎng jí.)
“Innocence. Going forward brings good fortune.”
This line advises proceeding with innocence and sincerity. By acting without ulterior motives, one finds success and good fortune.
Line 2 Changing
"不耕获，不菑畬，则利有攸往。"
(Bù gēng huò, bù zī yú, zé lì yǒu yōu wǎng.)
“Not plowing, but harvesting. Not planting, but reaping. It is favorable to undertake something.”
This line suggests that natural rewards come without forced effort. By acting in alignment with the natural flow of life, success comes easily. It is a favorable time to act.
Line 3 Changing
"无妄之災，或系之牛，行人之得，邑人之災。"
(Wú wàng zhī zāi, huò xì zhī niú, xíng rén zhī dé, yì rén zhī zāi.)
“Innocent misfortune. A tied-up cow is taken by a passerby. The passerby gains, while the town suffers misfortune.”
This line describes a situation where innocent actions lead to unintended consequences. The passerby benefits from something that was not theirs to take, while the community suffers. It warns of misfortune even when acting innocently.
Line 4 Changing
"可貞，无咎。"
(Kě zhēn, wú jiù.)
“Perseverance brings no blame.”
This line advises staying true to one's path with perseverance. By maintaining innocence and sincerity, one avoids blame and misfortune. It is a time to stay committed.
Changing to:
57. The Gentle (巽 Xùn)
Trigrams
- Above
- ☴ Xùn (Wind)
- Below
- ☴ Xùn (Wind)
The Symbolism of Hexagram 57
Hexagram 巽 (Xùn) represents the gentle, penetrating influence of wind. This hexagram speaks of subtlety and gradual progress. Success comes from gentle persistence, allowing time for small influences to create great changes.
Hexagram 57 Judgment
"巽，小亨，利有攸往，利見大人。"
(Xùn, xiǎo hēng, lì yǒu yōu wǎng, lì jiàn dàrén.)
“The Gentle. Small success. It is favorable to have somewhere to go. It is favorable to see the great person.”
This hexagram advises taking small, gradual steps toward progress. Like the wind, influence is subtle but consistent. Success comes from moving forward carefully and seeking wise counsel when needed.
Hexagram 57 Image
"隨風，巽。君子以申命行事。"
(Suí fēng, xùn. Jūn zǐ yǐ shēn mìng xíng shì.)
“Wind following wind: The image of The Gentle. The superior person uses clear orders and acts with authority.”
The image of wind following wind represents a situation where influence builds gradually, reinforcing itself over time. The superior person, like the wind, acts with gentle authority and clear guidance, ensuring progress through consistency.
Peace and wisdom on your journey!
With gratitude,
The I Ching Team